A few years ago Aubrey Graham’s claim to fame was portraying the wheelchair bound ex basketball star Jimmy Brooks on the television series: Degrassi: The Next Generation. Now he is one of the biggest names in mainstream rap music. Using his middle name as his stage moniker (let’s face it, an androgynous name like Aubrey will ruin any and all street-cred), he has skyrocketed into a worldwide household name with hits such as “Best I Ever Had” and “Over”. He will be performing at Austin’s Waller Creek Amphitheatre on Friday May 21st.
Not unlike Asher Roth, Drake’s rise to fame seems to have happened overnight, however Drake’s multiple charting singles prove that he is not a one-hit-wonder but is here to stay. Add that to the fact that he is a major rapper in rap legend Lil Wayne’s Young Money label, and his success is insured for the long run. Drake utilizes complex metaphors and allusions to pop culture to entertain listeners and convey his skills as a wordsmith.
Tickets can be purchased for $40 at http://stubbs.frontgatetickets.com/choose.php?&lid=41909&eid=48580&a=1. The show is sure to be a sell out so purchase your ticket now!
