Stream "Everlasting in Atlanta Funk", the Debut Project by Shaheed404
Fresh to DCWS is Shaheed404, a hip-hop and spoken word artist from East Point, Georgia. Born in ’89, he finds himself in an interesting space. No longer one of the young boys, but not quite one of the old-heads, his music reflects that juxtaposition. With influences that range from The Dungeon Family and Organized Noize to 8-Ball and MJG, Shaheed404 is the modern embodiment of a time when the south was overlooked both musically and culturally.
Today, Atlanta is the pulse of popularity, and the origin or inspiration behind every new trend. The music that comes from the city exemplifies its state of supremacy through trance inducing melodies drenched in cocky bravado. Shaheed404, however, is a stark contrast to the status quo. His delivery is passionate, unrelenting, and unorthodox; his energy is urgent, yet poised. He has made his name on the open-mic circuit all over the city, exhibiting his style of rhyme from the perspective of a Southern born, Atlanta bred man on the endless journey of self-actualization.
Shaheed404’s debut project, “Everlasting in Atlanta Funk” has been years in the making. He’s been building a grassroots following using music exclusively from the 9-track collection, and its release is a major milestone for the lyricist. 25 years ago, Andre 3000 famously proclaimed “The South got somethin’ to say!” Shaheed404 is proof that those words still ring true today.
As a longtime fan of The Dungeon Family myself, I hear echos of that legendary collective in Shaheed404’s music, yet he’s an emcee who stands on his own two feet and his debut project is a reflection of who he is as an artist and what he’s capable of creating. Our in-depth review of “Everlasting in Atlanta Funk” is coming soon, as well as our exclusive interview with Shaheed404, but in the meantime, listen to the project now, stream it on your preferred music service and connect with him on his website and IG. You’re in for a auditory treat with this DOPE project.