Hip-Hop · US · Active since 1996

Taylor Bennett

Bright, melodic Chicago rap with a rapid-fire flow and soulful, brass-heavy production. It is the sound of a city waking up and a young artist finding his own light.

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Taylor Bennett delivers a sound that is fundamentally optimistic, even when it is introspective. It is characterized by the 'Chicago Bounce' - a rhythmic sensibility that blends the soulful warmth of gospel and jazz with the sharp, technical precision of modern hip-hop. His music feels like a neighborhood block party in mid-July, full of communal energy and bright, soaring horn sections.

What truly sets him apart is his vocal agility. He employs a distinctive, slightly nasal tone that allows him to cut through dense, melodic production with double-time flows that never sacrifice clarity. While he shares a sonic DNA with the Savemoney collective, his perspective is uniquely his own, often focusing on themes of self-actualization, queer identity, and the complexities of family dynamics.

Start with 'Broad Shoulders' to hear him at his most collaborative and city-centric, then move to 'Be Yourself' for a more personal, stripped-back exploration of his identity. It is essential listening for anyone who loves hip-hop that prioritizes musicality and emotional honesty over posturing.

Taylor Matthew Bennett (born January 19, 1996) is an American rapper. The younger brother of fellow rapper Chance the Rapper, he is from the West Chatham neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois.
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Our Catalog6 Albums · 2013 · 2022
Coming of Age
Coming of Age
2022
The American Reject
The American Reject
2019
Restoration of an American Idol
Restoration of an American Idol
2017
Broad Shoulders
Broad Shoulders
2015
Mainstream Music
Mainstream Music
2014
The Taylor Bennett Show
The Taylor Bennett Show
2013
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