Loco Blax, also known as Danuals Latrell Newby, is a hip-hop music artist hailing from Northampton. Growing up in Northampton, Loco Blax developed a deep interest in hip-hop music, starting with grime but always having a love for American hip-hop and rap. Influenced by artists like DMX, Styles P, Jadakiss, and 50 Cent, Loco Black began writing rap at the age of 15.

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Self-taught in his craft, Loco Blax learned to write rap by simply asking his older cousin for advice. His primary focus in hip-hop is reality rap, as he believes in sharing his authentic experiences and life stories through his music. However, he also experiments with other genres like reggae and drum and bass. Loco Blax draws inspiration for his lyrical content from his own past experiences and realities.

 

In terms of musical influences, he is inspired by reggae, dancehall culture, and American rap, with artists like Dave East, Mo3, and Lil Baby being some of his favorites. Dancehall artists such as Bounty Killer, Masicka, Popcaan, and Capleton have also significantly impacted his style. Notable collaborations for Loco Blax include working with a producer named Leo Robinson and artists like Butch, Ceepz, Menice, and Nincey.

 

In addition to his music, Loco Blax is also involved in entrepreneurship and encourages young people to focus on their education and grades and to develop their ambitions and passions. While Loco Blax currently connects with his fanbase through social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram, he plans to release a mixtape and free body of work in the near future to showcase his talent and connect with more listeners.

 

Additionally, he intends to release high-quality visuals for his tracks to be featured on platforms like GRM Daily. Loco Blax's journey as a hip-hop artist is driven by his desire to turn his negative experiences into something positive. Through his music, he aims to share his story and bring positive vibes to the world.