CheckTeam

Two of Seattle's most talented duos just got together for an energy-filled new video. Each member of CheckTeam, consisting of Keylo and Louii V, and Souf Souf, consisting of G Baby and Shotta Pistol, brings a rap style that complements each other's to "On The Road."

The track is filled with a blend of street raps and the playful piano melody delivers an energy that isn't overly aggressive; it's an easy and exciting listen to bop to. The way each members individual style, hard fast paced rapping to high singing vocals, seamlessly transition from one verse to another and allows each of the rappers to bring out the best in each member.

Their youthfulness could bring up comparisons of rap groups like Shoreline Mafia, but CheckTeam and Souf Souf bring a distinct sound to music. It's flex-filled and the artists seem to feed off one another on this track that doubles down on the confident lyricism.

The video, directed by Seattle-based videographers TownEnt, visually portrays the youthfulness of the song as the two duos are seen playing arcade games and with a group of people outside. Check out the new music video for "On The Road" up above. - Earmilk

This rap group from Seattle, WA is young, hungry, and ready to be the next big thing. One of the most promising signs for the team is that there is an elite group of PNW hip-hop veterans throwing their full support behind them.

Their sound is current and on trend, they have a bright future ahead of them. - HipHop DX

CheckTeam has arrived. In a music scene known mostly for producing the likes of Macklemore, Raz Simone, and Travis Thompson, the underground movement is growing with a ferocity that can’t be ignored any longer.

Leading the charge is South Seattle’s own CheckTeam. The group is made up of 5 young and talented artist who look to make a name for themselves in this budding market. Founded in 2013 by members Keylo, Louii V, Peezy, and AP. CheckTeam didn’t start making music seriously until 2017. Off to a fast start and staying true to their grind, the group has released a handful of singles on SoundCloud. Accumulating over 100,000 plays!

CheckTeam is ready is ready to take the next step with their mixtape due to release by the end of 2019. For now, check out the groups hottest new single “Amazing” - Respect My Region

One of the most prominent areas in the modern music scene is coming from the West Coast. As California remains the huge heavyweight in the scene on that side of the coast, but it’s other cities in the region that are emerging with their own stars as well. Where people are looking at places such as Portland as being one of the new hot spots breeding new artists, Seattle is certainly on the rise of well with their level of differentiation.

Seeing the likes of Ghoulavelii and Lil Mosey reach national success with their impressive music and visuals, it’s opening a new floodgate of different acts in the area that are looking to be the next coming out of the city. In the mix of the different artists in the scene, CheckTeam looks to be one of the city’s most promising collectives. Making noise with some of their past hits, they continue to apply more pressure with their new visual, “Up Now”. The Dawson Knight and Nate JR film features the young crew kicking in the city, flossing with effortless fashion. - The Modern Life Mag

Two Seattle hip-hop teams The CheckTeam and Souf Souf have teamed up for a crazy track with "On The Road." To top it off, rising Seattle based videographers TownEnt is on director duties to make it a true PNW family affair.

Souf Souf is made up of G Baby and Shotta Pistol who bring the melodies while the CheckTeam's Keylo and Louii V come through with the smooth bars they are known for. It's a perfect combination showing exactly what Seattle rising class has to offer.

Souf Souf is the sound of the youth living in South Seattle with contrasting styles from the duo; G Baby providing an unforgettable melodic flow paired with Shotta Pistola's rhymes that showcase a life unlike most. These two have been providing neighborhood hit after hit with consistency gaining over 100k Views on "Big Flip" and over 50k on "Sinner". These unsung heroes have quickly established them as Seattle's next mainstream artists. (IG: therealsoufsouf)

South Seattle's CheckTeam takes influence from hip-hop's great collectives and delivers a distinctly West Coast take on a rap game that they rightfully see as ripe for the taking. The CheckTeam was founded in 2013 by Keylo, Louii V, Peezy, and AP originally as just a group of friends before deciding to take music seriously in 2017. Musically they are influenced by artists like Mac Dre and Chief Keef. The group has released a handful of singles on Soundcloud accumulating over 500,000 plays and has a mixtape due out in 2019.

IG: thecheckteam

Twitter: @checkteam206 - The Urban Influencer