DMV native, Locke Kaushal, a fresh face to the Hip Hop game. At just 22 years of age, Locke Kaushal has had the opportunity to open for numerous prominent entertainers, which include the likes of artists such as Grammy nominated Dru Hill, as well as rising star Melanie Fiona. Since his brief entrance into the rap game, Locke has already released his first project, a mixtape entitled “The Prologue: The Story Before The Story,” which dropped February 1st, 2010; and is currently working on his next mixtape; scheduled to be released later this year. On “The Prologue,” Locke Kaushal showcases his lyrical diversity over some of the industry’s hottest beats. This mixtape is a solid body of work with standout tracks such as “Daykeeper,” however this is just the start of much better music to come as Locke continues to grow an an artist. With a diverse range of lyrics, Locke Kaushal has shown that he can grab the audience’s attention with witty punch lines and clever phrases, while also embedding a thought provoking undertone that digs deeper than the stereotypical topics discussed by the average rapper. Hip Hop lovers take heed as Locke Kaushal continues to establish himself as a legitimate Hip Hop artist.

Download: Locke Kaushal The Prologue