So if you’re a true fan of this here Hip Hop Culture, you’ll be more than aware of a ‘new’ rapper on the scene.
Your Old Droog announced his presence to the world only about 3 months ago, his debut body of work entitled ‘Your Old Droog EP’ was shrouded in secrecy with just album artwork and no photo.
His rhyme flow reminiscent to a hungry and lyrically probing Queensbridge MC Nasir Jones, aka Nas Escobar, There were a few moments on Droog’s EP where even a learned rap scholar could have mistaken him for Compton’s The Game. Tastemakers and fans alike waxed lyrical and engaged in forum chats, conspiracy theories, debates etc.. as to WHO IS YOUR OLD DROOG ?
Worldwide DJ’s en mass embraced tracks from Droog’s EP, Gunsmoke Cologne (produced by DJ Skizz) and Nutty Bars seem to be of the most popular.
He has learnt from one of the best, honed his craft, has good diction, and humour in his verses.
In Rhythm & Blues (R&B) it is seen as a compliment when vocalists are compared to the greats; Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston etc.
Not such a similar ethos in the world of rap, understandably influenced by rappers growing up, Action Bronson sounds like Ghostface Killah, and YES ‘Your Old Droog’ does sounds like Nas.
Droog, slang term used for “friend.” is a young, 19 year old white kid from New York City who had his debut show at Webster Hall a few weeks ago, packed to the rafters with fans, media and tastemakers alike.
He was unveiled to the world and the story continues..
Listen to Your Old Droog EP
Listen Your Old Droog’s new track Secondhand Gunsmoke (Gunsmoke Cologne – Superblack RMX)
Watch Your Old Droog spit
