Hick Hop Is Shaking Up The Music Scene In The Basin

The Permian Basin is a region that brings together people from various backgrounds. This is primarily due to the large number of oilfield workers who come to the area in search of opportunities in the gas and oil industry. As a result, individuals from different walks of life interact and engage with one another. Although this is not the only situation where such diversity occurs, it serves as a strong example of how these interactions can influence a general populace.

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Introducing Hick Hop

The concept of country music artists collaborating with hip-hop musicians dates back to the 1980s; however, it didn't gain popularity in the mainstream until the 2000s.  The notion of combining Hip Hop's swagger with country music's grit works exceedingly well together.  What may have started as a novelty has transformed into a cultural crossover.  This is where the term "Hick Hop" was coined and is rapidly becoming an undeniable force in the music industry.

Examples of Hick Hop

Artists such as Morgan Wallen, BigXthaplug, Nelly, and Brantley Gilbert, among others, have fully embraced this music subgenre. When it comes to radio airplay, Hip Hop stations have enthusiastically adopted the trend of blending rappers with country music stars, frequently playing these collaborations. In contrast, country music radio tends to be more hesitant, offering less airplay to these mixed genres. While some country stations do play this type of music, it is far more prevalent on Hip Hop radio.

Country Music Stars Lean Into Hick Hop

Hick Hop includes both rappers and country music singers; however, notable country artists are also rapping in their songs. Don't believe me? Check out the 2011 smash hit "Dirt Road Anthem" by Jason Aldean, where he is literally rapping.  This is just one example out of many, thus proving that Hick Hop is changing the landscape of music.

Up-and-Coming Hick Hop Stars

The great thing about social media is that it gives artists a platform.  Recording artists from all genres are finding new fans and spreading their art.  Here are some notable artists who are on the rise.

Richie Allen

Mr. Allen has made quite a name for himself on TikTok.  Amassing hundreds of thousands of followers, he blends hip-hop and R&B music with his own style!

@richieallencountry When country meets r&b #ugotitbad #remix #country #rnb #countrymusic #rnbmusic #rnbvibes #soul #fall #richieallen #morganwallen #usher ♬ original sound - Richie Allen

501bryze Here is another artist who has gained a massive following on TikTok. Is he a rapper with a country music style?  Or a country artist who also raps?  You decide!

@501bryze Box Chevy drops Oct 23rd #501bryze #boxchevy #yungjoc ♬ Box Chevy 501Bryze - 501Bryze

Pynk Beard

Pynk Beard is another musician doing his thing on social media. His creative lyrics mixed in with his country roots make for a great blend of Hip Hop and Country.

@hi_im_pynkbeardAre yall ready for this summer?!? It starts 6/13 are you following PYNK BEARD on Spotify and Apple Music???♬ original sound - Pynk Beard