1060 Hip Hop Uncut

 Explore the legendary partnership between the dynamic trap duo Future and DJ Esco.  More Than a DJ: The Origin of the Freebandz Partnership Before the multi-platinum singles and global tours, the bond between Future (Nayvadius DeMun Wilburn) and DJ Esco (Jacob Dutton) was forged in the competitive, yet creatively vibrant, crucible of the Atlanta hip-hop scene. Esco’s role quickly evolved past simply spinning records. He became a curator, a confidant, an executive producer, and perhaps most crucially, a creative sounding board for Future during his prolific and often experimental recording sprees. Esco’s influence can be traced back to early tapes like True Story (2011), but it was their mid-2010s run that cemented their legendary status, coinciding with Future's transition into one of the most raw and compelling voices in trap music. This era saw Future embracing a more moody, introspective, and drug-infused style, perfectly channeled and presented by ...

. Gunna’s New York Takeover: Inside the Secret 'The Last Wun' Documentary Premiere The world of hip-hop has been on a rollercoaster ride with Gunna over the past few years, and he continues to surprise and define his narrative on his own terms. Fresh off the release of his sixth studio album, The Last Wun, the Atlanta rapper made a significant move by hosting a private, unannounced screening of a new documentary in New York City. This exclusive event, shrouded in secrecy, has sparked a new wave of conversation, hinting at a project that promises to offer an intimate look into the artist's life, career, and the high-stakes legal battles that have defined his recent past. Why a Documentary Now? The Context of The Last Wun The timing of this documentary is no coincidence. Titled after his latest album, the film arrives as Gunna marks a pivotal turning point in his career. The Last Wun album itself has been widely reported as his final project under Young Stoner Lif...