One artist that had a considerable amount of buzz before and definitely since SXSW has been the New Orleans MC Dee-1. Thanks to the strength of “Jay, 50 and Weezy” and his stellar project, I Hope They Hear Me Vol. 2, Dee landed himself on one of the hottest bills in Austin, the Vibe House.

Not only did he perform his viral hit, he also rocked to my favorite track from IHTHM, “Blue”. Dee performed in front of a crowd that was largely unfamiliar with him, but he held his own, engaging the audience and showing his dynamic personality. By the time he hits SXSW next year, the crowd will most likely be rapping along to every word.