10 Independent Artists You Need to Show Love

These independent artist having been paving their own way!

Russ - Atlanta has another one their hands, but this time the flow is unlike most of the trap stars on the scene. Musically speaking, Russ has a laid-back flow all his own and he isn't slowing down pushing out tons of great music.(Photo: Russ via Instagram)

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Russ - Atlanta has another one their hands, but this time the flow is unlike most of the trap stars on the scene. Musically speaking, Russ has a laid-back flow all his own and he isn't slowing down pushing out tons of great music.(Photo: Russ via Instagram)

Photo by @russ via Instagram

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Chance the Rapper - Chance is one of a kind — from his delivery to his ability to build out a relatable story for his fans. He had the hottest verse on Kanye's latest single "Ultralight Beam" as well as a dope new project entitled Coloring Book.(Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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Ezzy - Ezzy makes everything Ezzy! He's gotten comparisons to Drake, Kendrick and Future, and in so many ways he's showcased that he's got the ability to have the same star power. After presenting his five-minute freestyle on Sway in the Morning. He's received an unimaginable amount of accolades and views for his outstanding off-the-dome skills.(Photo: Ezzy via Twitter)

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Ezzy - Ezzy makes everything Ezzy! He's gotten comparisons to Drake, Kendrick and Future, and in so many ways he's showcased that he's got the ability to have the same star power. After presenting his five-minute freestyle on Sway in the Morning. He's received an unimaginable amount of accolades and views for his outstanding off-the-dome skills.(Photo: Ezzy via Twitter)

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DonMonique - The people can't get enough of Brooklyn's own DonMonique. This female rapper has a electric way of sweetening her rugged trap lyrics and keeping the fans wanting more!(Photo: Michael Loccisano/Getty Images for SXSW) 

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Lady Leshurr - The rap queen of England, Lady Leshurr came through with confidence and that swag made her go viral instantly. No pressure, U.K.'s Queen of Banter Rap took over on a global level.(Photo: Mike Pont/Getty Images) 

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Curren$y - Curren$y?s sixth studio album, Canal Street Confidential is out and we wouldn't want to blow it down to anything else. Between his marijuana advocacy and chill personality, his music couldn't be any more perfect for taking a nice long drive with your tunes blasting or a relaxing day at the crib. (Photo: Curren$y via Instagram)

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Curren$y - Curren$y’s sixth studio album, Canal Street Confidential is out and we wouldn't want to blow it down to anything else. Between his marijuana advocacy and chill personality, his music couldn't be any more perfect for taking a nice long drive with your tunes blasting or a relaxing day at the crib. (Photo: Curren$y via Instagram)

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Tech N9ne - Put this chrome to your dome! Don't mess with this underground gangsta, he will murder you in a freestyle and leave you surrendering after he cuts through a track.(Photo: Tech N9ne via Instagram)

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Tech N9ne - Put this chrome to your dome! Don't mess with this underground gangsta, he will murder you in a freestyle and leave you surrendering after he cuts through a track.(Photo: Tech N9ne via Instagram)

Photo by @therealtechn9ne via Instagram

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Joey Bada$ - Pro Era's main man Joey Bada$ takes his Brooklyn steez to the hip-hop streets. He's dabbled in fashion and music quite a bit, touring and headlining festivals and showing off his New York style on- and offstage. He's a star on the rise for sure!(Photo: Theo Wargo/Getty Images) 

Dom Kennedy - Dom Kennedy reps the West Coast with love, glorifying all things palm trees, kickbacks and Mary Jane. His independent streak has come a long way. From mixtapes to albums, he's fiercely pushed his way through and made our list!(Photo: Dom Kennedy via Instagram)

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Dom Kennedy - Dom Kennedy reps the West Coast with love, glorifying all things palm trees, kickbacks and Mary Jane. His independent streak has come a long way. From mixtapes to albums, he's fiercely pushed his way through and made our list!(Photo: Dom Kennedy via Instagram)

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Dave East - It seems all anyone can talk about these days is Dave East. His 2014 mixtape Black Rose put him on the map! From his fire freestyles to his singles, he's been spittin' nothing but greatness across the board.(Photo: Noel Vasquez/Getty Images for Hennessy )