Skipp Coon

Mississippi MC Skipp Coon approaches rap with a vintage mindset that calls to mind the lyrically-rich style of some of his heroes, especially Gil Scott-Heron. He manages to remain sharp and socially conscious even in his freestyle raps, which trade gangsta rap posturing for clever wordplay and thought-provoking riffs on topical subjects. Besides performing as a solo artist, Skipp Coon regularly collaborates with fellow Southern hip-hop MC, Mr. Nick.