XXL Freshman Class 2026

Performers

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  Currency

  Australian/Celtic/Folk/Punk

• Royce 5'9"
• slayr
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  Babyfxce E
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  sosocamo

  Sosocamo is a North Carolina–born rapper whose blend of Southern rap and self-engineered production first gained traction in underground circles through a series of early SoundCloud uploads created throughout his teenage years. After introducing himself with his debut EP SCREENS in 2023, sosocamo released his debut album No Service in 2024, a 13-track hyper-regional exploration of North Carolina rap, released off the back of back-to-back hit singles in "keep steady" (82M+ streams) and "soulless" (43M+ streams). Recording primarily in his parents' basement shortly after signing his first distribution deal with Broke Records, sosocamo began expanding his audience through consistent single releases, one-night-only performances, and viral moments that led to connections with 76ers guard Jared McCain and streamers Rakai, Jynxzi, and Ray. No Service established the foundation of a world built around rural isolation, emotional range, and understated vocal experimentation, leading to his first 7-stop nationwide headlining tour and back-to-back one-night-only shows in New York City and Los Angeles.

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  Chris Patrick

  Chris Patrick is a rising star coming out of New Jersey. Born and raised in East Orange, the rising star prides himself in his diverse catalog, with the ability to sing and rap on par with the greats. With a diverse catalog blending descriptive rap bars and melodic hooks, his lyrics are inspired by real-life experiences, as he wears his heart on his sleeve with each release. His career started with a surge that matches the rappers own
  determination and will only continue to rise.

• Belly Gang Kushington
• La Reezy
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  Trap Dickey
• YK Niece
• Skrilla
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  Miles Minnick