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Christie Leigh blends pop hooks and country rap in bid for crossover breakthrough

The Florida singer-songwriter builds a sound that blends infectious pop hooks with Southern-tinged beats and unapologetic ...
NPR

The birth of trap music and the rise of southern hip-hop

In 2003, T.I. and other Atlanta rappers created new subgenre of rap: trap music. Twenty years later, its influence is everywhere. JUANA SUMMERS, HOST: About two minutes into the song, "Y'all Scared," ...
Essence

Sonic Alchemy In ATL: 'Trap Jazz' And The Friendship That Birthed A Musical Revolution

Atlanta, Georgia – the vibrant birthplace of trap music, a genre known for its gritty beats and streetwise lyrics is now home to a groundbreaking musical fusion that’s taking the world by storm. “Trap ...
The Rice Thresher

‘PLAY ME’ is a front-loaded trap venture from Kim Gordon

Yes, Kim Gordon of legendary alt-rock band Sonic Youth makes trap music now. And it’s actually good, for the most part.