Deniro Farrar has been steady grinding since his 2011 release, Destiny Altered. Dropping mixtape after mixtape, he has managed to build a serious internet cult following. In the last year alone, Farrar has managed to put out three mixtapes, while finding time to work with other indie artists on the side. Thanks to his tireless work ethic and consistent quality of music, his fan base has been considerably strengthened. Being the leader of “cult-rap” has allowed Farrar to open for big named artists such as Wiz Khalifa and Kendrick Lamar, and to be a performer at this years A3C Festival.
Fans weren’t the only ones keeping a steady eye on the young emcee, people behind the industry scenes have also taking note. Today, it was announced that Vice Records/ Warner Bros Records have signed Deniro Farrar. It was also revealed that he is working on a new EP, set to be released in 2014.
For those who have never heard of him or his music, do not fret. In celebration of his new contract, and in to appease the score of new fans that should result from it, Farrar has released a compilation mixtape. Get To Know Deniro Farrar contains all of his past hits and fan favorites. 15 songs long, this project smoothly navigates through all of his musical experimentation. With one listen, you will get a clear sense of how he became a major internet hip hop player, as he seems to have mastered the art of cloud rap.
If you want to know more about Farrar, you can check out his soundcloud, which contains all five of his mixtapes. It seems like his fan base might soon transition from being a cult following to the mainstream, especially if he continues his current rate of production.