HANZ is a talented and unapologetically independent artist from New Jersey with a unique sound and a powerful movement around him. Earlier this month, HANZ dropped his debut project, "Praylude" - an eight-track audio experience complete with huge, dynamic production, hard-hitting bars, thought-provoking lyrics, and enough personality for a whole rap group. A literal prelude to his upcoming debut album "Vagabond" - set to drop this coming September - Praylude highlights the versatility of HANZ, expertly shifting between flows and dancing over complex production throughout the project. It serves as a refreshing departure from many of the current trends in hip hop, instead bringing a brand new rap-punk style that feels like it was born in the coffee shop and perfected in a smoky basement surrounded by like-minded creatives.

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