Open Mike Eagle
Chicago, Illinois, US
RAPPER/MC
Now Los Angeles based emcee, comedian and podcaster Open Mike Eagle coined the term 'art rap' to describe his whip-smart, literate style of hip-hop, which draws inspiration from artists such as De La Soul and Pavement. He maintained a prolific pace throughout the decade and beyond, despite starting and leaving a few groups.
GENRES
Hip Hop, Alternative Hip Hop (Alternative Rap / Bohemian Hip Hop)