New York Drill

New York drill is a gritty, high-energy offshoot of drill music, which originated in Chicago before it was adopted and adapted by artists in Brooklyn and the greater New York City area. Characterized by aggressive, dark, and often menacing beats, the genre fuses repetitive, haunting samples with heavy bass, sharp snares, and rapid hi-hats. New York drill is distinguished by its hard-hitting lyrical delivery, often reflecting the raw reality of urban street life, with rappers showcasing a distinctive blend of bravado, storytelling, and local slang. This intense sound provides a sonic backdrop for tales of survival, loyalty, and territorial pride. Its rhythm structure often supports a dance called "The Woo," contributing to its cultural impact on both music and movement.

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Don't Sleep While It's Lit - Part 2
Single - Released November 15, 2024

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B-Lovee
BBG Steppaa
Bigg Kiaa
Bizzy Banks
C Blu
Canaanforyah
Ciggy Blacc
DD Osama
DUSTY LOCANE
Dee Billz
Dee Play4Keeps
Dthang
Edot Babyy
Fetty Luciano
Five Foreign
Fivio Foreign
G4 Boyz
Jenn Carter
Kay Flock
Kenzo Balla
Kyle Richh
Mav3rick
Rah Swish
Ron Suno
Sdot Go
Sha EK
Sheff G
Smoove'L
StickGonBang
SugarHill Keem
Sugarhill Ddot
SweepersENT
TaTa
Trap Manny
Upstrz
Kyle Richh
Sheff G
Fivio Foreign
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Kay Flock
DD Osama
Dee Billz
Jenn Carter
TaTa
Sugarhill Ddot
DUSTY LOCANE
Sha EK
SugarHill Keem
SweepersENT
Sdot Go
Dthang
B-Lovee
Edot Babyy
Bizzy Banks
Rah Swish
C Blu
Ron Suno
Dee Play4Keeps
Kenzo Balla
BBG Steppaa
Ciggy Blacc
Trap Manny
G4 Boyz
Smoove'L
Fetty Luciano
StickGonBang
Canaanforyah
Upstrz
Five Foreign
Bigg Kiaa
Mav3rick