#Swavey: Tory Lanez

Many Canadians know that the rap scene up north is not getting the credit it deserves. There are many talents that have yet to be discovered, but for one, there is another young man who's about to make an impact in the Rap game. Another Canadian rapper about to blow up on main stream is the young man Tory Lanez. This Toronto rapper was recently signed to Sean Kingston's T.I.M.E Is Money Ent. and has dropped a mixtape entitled "Mr. Peterson".

He recently blew up over the internet and had a buzz surrounding him when Justin Beiber supposedly stole his lyrics for a freestyle he did over Vado's "Speaking In Tongues". His lyrics are smooth and pack a punch with a quick flow that corresponds. Aside from rapping, Tory Lanez is planning on dropping an R&B album for the ladies in February. Now this may bring to mind another Toronto rapper who raps and sings, Drake. Maybe Lanez is trying to follow his strategy?

But from all of that, if you haven't heard the talent of Tory Lanez, be sure to check him out in the link posted below, I expect him to do it big, so be on the look out. For more, he is featured on Soulja Boy's track "Get At You" and has made an appearance in the DJ Ill Will HotNewHipHop Cypher along side with Kid Ink, Meek Mill, and Los. He has also released many videos of freestyles over tracks such as Rick Ross "Aston Martin Music" and Nicki Minaj's "Romans Revenge". Also, if you're a Twitter user, follow him @TLanez #CANADA!!


Tory Lanez - 6 Foot 7 Foot Freestyle

Tory Lanez & Harlem Mike - How We Smoke

Tory Lanez - I'm Ready

Locals Only: The Bay Area

Now this a new segment I'm starting, Locals Only and it's only going to feature local undiscovered artists that are on their way to a bright future.

Aris Jerome
I've had the pleasure of following this young local director on Tumblr and even communicated a few times and shared my thoughts on his work. He's a video director with a mean knack of creating some dope visuals for music. The reason why he's mentioned in this post is because each one of the videos that will be included with this post have been directed by Aris.

You can show your support by following him on his Twitter, Facebook, Vimeo, Official Website and Tumblr.


Ya Boy

Ya Boy - Cali from Aris Jerome on Vimeo.

This MC has been doing his thing for a while now. I remember listening to his "100 Bars" series which are executed with lyrical precision. He's currently signed to Akon's Konvict Music record label. Follow him on Twitter.

Los Rakas

Los Rakas feat. Faviola - Abrazame (Uproot Andy Hold Yuh) from Aris Jerome on Vimeo.

I don't have the slightest idea about the lyrical content of this song because it's in Spanish but musically this song is undeniably great and irresistible. These young artists will get the recognition they deserve, they are unbelievably talented. Check out their official website.

Roach Gigz

Roach Gigz - Magic Gas from Aris Jerome on Vimeo.

Roach Gigz - Pop Off from Aris Jerome on Vimeo.

I find this individual entertaining whether it's lyrics wise and sound wise. His style is something I find different. Make sure to check his official website, and Twitter