The Underachievers

The mixtape culture in hip-hop continues to flourish thanks to the Internet. The web allows hopeful rappers and producers to connect with the goal of catching a label's attention or, in special cases, making it on their own. It's a breeding ground of sorts for some while others use free releases to test the waters and holdover fans waiting on a proper release...

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It’s two against one here but that doesn’t mean it’s not a fair match. The ever-charismatic Chance the Rapper is headed for superstardom on the heels of his well-received ‘Acid Rap’ mixtape. Magazine covers, co-signs from established artists like Twista and a major label bidding war are proof that this rapping, singing sensation is hip-hop's next big thing and Chicago’s next hometown hero... Read

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The Underachievers deliver some fittingly laid-back new visuals for their 'Lords of Flatbush' track 'N.A.S.A.' In case you were wondering, it stands for 'New Age Stoners Anthem.'

Brooklyn’s the Underachievers capitalized on their YouTube-driven buzz this past February with the release of their debut mixtape, the sprawling-but-cohesive ‘Indigoism.’ Its 17 tracks are filled with gruff, third eye-wielding introspection and braggadocio -- the kind of mindset brought about by battle raps mixed with plenty of psychedelic drugs.

Rising Brooklyn duo the Underachievers keep their momentum going strong with 'The Lords of Flatbush,' a free mixtape that puts their third-eye introspection to the side for a pack of bangers.

Having revealed the tracklisting and artwork to their upcoming 'Lords of Flatbush' EP which, like their debut mixtape, 'Indigoism,' will feature no vocal guests, Brooklyn duo The Underachievers form an unexpected partnership with producer Lex Luger for the first single, 'Leaving Scraps.'

The Underachievers just unveiled the artwork and tracklisting for their upcoming project 'The Lords of Flatbush.'

Brooklyn rap duo the Underachievers keep their momentum going with their fly new 'Land of the Lords' video that also serves as a lookbook for KidSuper's new line.