CLIPPING.

Biography

CLIPPING. is an experimental hip hop group known for their innovative and boundary-pushing sound. The group was formed in 2009 in Los Angeles, California, by rapper Daveed Diggs and producers Jonathan Snipes and William Hutson.

Diggs, who is also a well-known actor and playwright, gained recognition for his role in the hit Broadway musical “Hamilton.” Snipes and Hutson, both accomplished musicians and producers in their own right, bring a unique and eclectic blend of electronic, industrial, and noise influences to the group’s production.

CLIPPING. burst onto the scene with their self-titled debut album in 2014, which was met with critical acclaim for its bold and unconventional approach to hip hop music. The album featured intricate production, aggressive beats, and Diggs’ rapid-fire delivery of socially relevant and politically charged lyrics.

Since their debut, CLIPPING. has continued to push the boundaries of hip hop with albums like “Splendor & Misery” (2016) and “There Existed an Addiction to Blood” (2019), which delve into themes of Afrofuturism, horror, and the darker corners of society.

The group’s unique sound and thought-provoking lyrics have garnered them a dedicated fanbase and critical acclaim, earning them accolades such as a Hugo Award nomination for their work on the science fiction concept album “Splendor & Misery.”

CLIPPING. is a testament to the power of artistic collaboration and experimentation, consistently challenging the conventions of hip hop music and pushing the boundaries of what is possible within the genre.