Battle rap continues to expand. First it was established artists Cassidy, Keith Murray, and Fredro Starr taking on the platform at upcoming events, and now two more artists that have experienced Billboard chart success are adding their names to the list.
Atlanta’s Bone Crusher will face Houston’s Mike Jones at MC War’s NWO this month. Crusher made noise in 2003 with his single “Never Scared” featuring T.I. and Killer Mike. Jones’ 2005 debut album Who Is Mike Jones? went on to be certified platinum.
MC War’s NWO will take place September 28 at The Atrium in Stone Mountain, Georgia. The main event on the card is Keith Murray vs. Fredro Starr. Other emcees scheduled to battle at the event include E Ness, Sy Ari Da Kid, Ness Lee, Reign Man, Lotta Zay, Reggie P, Syd Vicious, and So Severe.
Watch the Mike Jones vs. Bone Crusher official trailer below.