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So if you were diggin me on my previous post on this topic (Is 30 really the new 20?), check out my list of artists that are ready to take to the next level in hip hop. Did I forget anyone? Hit me and let me know...

THE NEW BREED

T.I. – Leading the pack of the next generation is the King of the South, who has been giving us that fire for several years now. He is one of the few artists that can lay claim to consistently strong ALBUMS, as each one has produced several top ten singles. Look out for T.I. vs TIP coming soon.

Lil Wayne – Like T.I., Weezy has been laying his claim to lead the new blood as well. He is on everybody’s remix spitting hard. Look for The Carter III and the major label release of his album with Juelz Santana I Can’t Feel My Face this year.

Papoose – Holdin down the NY, Papoose seems to be destined for greatness. We appreciated him taking a stand in the Sean Bell shooting, releasing 50 Shots Just signed to a 1.5 mil contract with Jive, Paps is set to release his debut major label release, The Nacirema Dream before spring.

Juelz Santana – If you need him, just whistle! The Dipset’s Def Jam representative gets the best of both worlds. We have watched him grow before our eyes into a contender. Look for a new release Back to Business in 07!

***Stay tuned for PART 3, where we finish up our list of artists ready to take us to that next level***