LockSmith (The Rapper)

Locksmith is a rapper who was born in Richmond, California. He is one half of the underground duo The Frontline.

Locksmith began his professional career as an mc under the tutelage of Bay Area producer EA-Ski and with Frontline partner Left. His first gained mainstream notice in 2003 when he made it to the final round in the MTV’s Freestyle Battle Championship. After qualifying locally at an event hosted by Bay Area radio station KMEL, Lock flew mostly under the radar until he made it to the final round to battle Reignman. Controversy erupted following the announcement that Locksmith had finished second to Reignman in internet and phone votes, though the official voting figures were never revealed by MTV.

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Locksmith’s Current State In Hip Hop

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Locksmith has continued to battle rap on Grind Time Now which is a company famously know to produce and showcase rap battles. To date, he has battled the likes of Dizaster, Passwurdz, Daylyt, and Jonny Storm. However, Locksmith has recently been on hiatus from battle rapping to work on his upcoming album and making music, produced by EA-Ski.

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Social Media Links

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www.youtube.com/iamlocksmith
www.facebook.com/iamlocksmith
@DALOCKSMITH

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Locksmith – Devil’s Losso

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Real Rap Freestyle – (For this is 50.com)

Locksmith Feat. GLC – My Character