Seven DFW Rappers to Watch in 2017

For the last few years, we have put out a list of up-and-coming rap/hip-hop artists who we think warrant your attention. This year we’ve returned with seven more artists from DFW who bring the fire. Give them a listen and keep your eyes on them, too. Trust us, these folks are doing big things and you do not want to be caught sleeping.

DFW’s resident international man of mystery, Lou Charle$ doesn’t know the meaning of “taking a break.” Since we spoke to him last year, he — like list-mate Alsace Carcione — joined Joe Budden and Jarren Benton on tours, and also opened for Joyner Lucas...

Fort Worth Rapper Lou CharLe$ is an International Man of Mystery

Who is Lou CharLe$? It's a more legitimate question than with most musicians, given that there's next to no concrete information about the 20-something Fort Worth resident.  Hell, it's even the name of his website. But when a young artist is opening up for Chamillionaire and Immortal Technique, getting features from Dizzy Wright, and an award-winning producer like J. Rhodes takes notice and collaborates on a new EP, it might be time for the rest of us to pay attention.