Dubbed the “godfather of Memphis Rap,” pioneering producer and rapper @djspanishflymemphis created the city’s unique sound over 40 years ago. This laid the foundation for Southern rap and eventually, the rise of Atlanta trap – a sound that dominated worldwide for nearly a decade and transformed the mainstream music landscape. Today, this influence continues to resonate in contemporary phonk, Baile Funk, and rap music across the globe.⁠ ⁠ After a rare live set at London’s @ormsideprojects this May, hosted by @youarethestream, DJ Spanish Fly explained how he created a sound that was a reflection of Memphis’ gritty reality, but also an escape from it.⁠ ⁠ #CarharttWIP