Boulder, Colorado-The new ATL

A few years ago a show on MTV (boo!) claimed Houston was the new ATL. Boogus I say! Houston has nothing on the ATL. Some of the greatest rappers, who are respectively appreciated by both hardcore rap fans and new school hipsters turned this city into the most recognizable rap-loaded place in America. I only need mention Outkast to make my point. They encompass rap, hip-hop, electronic, pop and a variation of other genres to create some of the most dynamic and lasting music available. There is hardly a person who can say that at one time or another they did not love this duo.

And while I am on the topic of duos, one place may have something on Houston and Atlanta. I’m likely to be biased due to my musical taste, but the next city that should honorably stake claim on a comparable ATL title is Boulder, Colorado. There is one group alone that has enough grit, flow and pop to encompass all that music represents – 3OH!3.

If  you haven’t heard of the Boulder white boys with mad style, run to the store now. Having released their second album on July 8, their fluid electronic sound, hilarious lyrics, ass-shaking beats and vocal range are enough to make you say, Uggghh. (Yes, I did just say that) They have been grouped more with pop alternative bands than rap and hip-hop artists, but do not be deceived, the twosome are laconic and witty as hell with lyrics like, “T-tell your boyfriend if he says he’s got beef, That I’m a vegetarian and I ain’t fucking scared of him.”

There are songs for all kinds. The rap lover. The slow jam fan. The sappy emo kid. And even the electronic rockers.

Listen to the songs below, but be careful, these tracks are more contagious than chicken pox in a Kindergarten classroom.