What's the buzzing sound you're hearing? It's probably Hoodie Allen who has managed to take his relatively low-profile Internet presence last year -- which got a boost from a late-year giveaway of his first album, Leap Year on his website -- and turn the chatter into a bonefide blog success.
Part of what's refreshing about this guy is that he doesn't seem like a rapper. In fact, if I hadn't heard his music I would've presumed he was just another poser. But from what I've heard so far he has a style that's familiar enough to be mainstream, but distinct enough to be his own.
Another interesting thing about this guy is that his lyrics are clever and flow well, but he never sounds like he's trying to be clever -- it feels natural, which means it isn't obnoxious. As my friend said, "It leaves you wanting more."
Hoodie Allen's first official single is a mellow rap track with a smooth hook sung by Jhameel. I smell a hit...
The same day the video was released Hoodie posted a candid YouTube video thanking his fans...
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