Cleveland Hip-Hop Archives - Folded Waffle https://foldedwaffle.com/tag/cleveland-hip-hop/ Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:45:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://foldedwaffle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/image-100x100.jpg Cleveland Hip-Hop Archives - Folded Waffle https://foldedwaffle.com/tag/cleveland-hip-hop/ 32 32 218296617 The Gritty Blueprint: OCRBeats and the Discipline of the Independent Grind https://foldedwaffle.com/the-gritty-blueprint-ocrbeats-and-the-discipline-of-the-independent-grind/ https://foldedwaffle.com/the-gritty-blueprint-ocrbeats-and-the-discipline-of-the-independent-grind/#respond Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:40:45 +0000 https://foldedwaffle.com/?p=97065 Passion For The Sport by OCRBeats   Hailing from the rugged creative landscape of Cleveland, Ohio, OCRBeats has carved out a distinct lane as a dual-threat Producer and Emcee. Known for a signature style that places hardcore Hip-Hop at the forefront, he has consistently balanced the technical demands of hard-hitting production with a relentless lyrical […]

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]]> https://foldedwaffle.com/the-gritty-blueprint-ocrbeats-and-the-discipline-of-the-independent-grind/feed/ 0 97065 “I Regret It” – Bobby JaGGerJacK https://foldedwaffle.com/i-regret-it-bobby-jaggerjack/ https://foldedwaffle.com/i-regret-it-bobby-jaggerjack/#respond Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:34:38 +0000 https://foldedwaffle.com/?p=95676 In our editorial vision, we draw focus to this release—an offering that carries the weight of craft, intention, and presence. Whether this is your first encounter with Bobby JaGGerJacK or a continued step along their path, the music calls for your full attention.   Bobby JaGGerJacK (born Robert Earl Austin) is a multifaceted creator from […]

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]]> https://foldedwaffle.com/i-regret-it-bobby-jaggerjack/feed/ 0 95676 “Pack Of Smokes” – Werdperfect https://foldedwaffle.com/pack-of-smokes-werdperfect/ https://foldedwaffle.com/pack-of-smokes-werdperfect/#respond Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:05:37 +0000 https://foldedwaffle.com/?p=95174 In our editorial vision, we draw focus to this release—an offering that carries the weight of craft, intention, and presence. Whether this is your first encounter with Werdperfect or a continued step along their path, the music calls for your full attention.   Werdperfect, is a Cleveland-born, Los Angeles-based producer and emcee whose roots run […]

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]]> https://foldedwaffle.com/pack-of-smokes-werdperfect/feed/ 0 95174 The Precision of the Cut: OCRBeats and the Steady Hand of “Surgery With The Beats” https://foldedwaffle.com/the-precision-of-the-cut-ocrbeats-and-the-steady-hand-of-surgery-with-the-beats/ https://foldedwaffle.com/the-precision-of-the-cut-ocrbeats-and-the-steady-hand-of-surgery-with-the-beats/#respond Fri, 02 Jan 2026 10:28:47 +0000 https://foldedwaffle.com/?p=94874 Hailing from Cleveland, Ohio, the producer known as OCRBeats is making a surgical strike on the instrumental hip-hop scene. His latest offering, Surgery With The Beats, is a concentrated 10-track exhibition of sample-based Boombap. Every track on the project is fully produced by OCRBeats, marking it as a singular vision from a creator dedicated to […]

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]]> https://foldedwaffle.com/the-precision-of-the-cut-ocrbeats-and-the-steady-hand-of-surgery-with-the-beats/feed/ 0 94874 werdperfect – Debonair Renegade https://foldedwaffle.com/werdperfect-debonair-renegade/ https://foldedwaffle.com/werdperfect-debonair-renegade/#respond Fri, 21 Jun 2024 02:23:45 +0000 https://foldedwaffle.com/werdperfect-debonair-renegade/ “Debonair Renegade” transports you back to the golden era of hip-hop. With its raw lyrical rap layered over beautifully arranged samples and punchy drums, the track is a masterclass in the boom-bap style that defined the 90s. Utilizing the MPC 2000xl, Werdperfect creates beats that resonate with the authenticity of his predecessors, echoing the sounds […]

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]]> https://foldedwaffle.com/werdperfect-debonair-renegade/feed/ 0 42777 werdperfect – Dummy Check https://foldedwaffle.com/werdperfect-dummy-check/ https://foldedwaffle.com/werdperfect-dummy-check/#respond Tue, 18 Jun 2024 01:51:37 +0000 https://foldedwaffle.com/werdperfect-dummy-check/ Hailing from Cleveland, Ohio, Werdperfect, also known as Matthew Leeb, has a deep-rooted history in the hip-hop scene. From his teenage years with the Anti Biter Coalition, opening for underground legends like Aesop Rock and MF DOOM, to his current solo career, Leeb’s journey is a testament to his dedication to the craft. Now based […]

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]]> https://foldedwaffle.com/werdperfect-dummy-check/feed/ 0 42566 “Crescent Moon” – Werdperfect https://foldedwaffle.com/crescent-moon-werdperfect/ https://foldedwaffle.com/crescent-moon-werdperfect/#respond Sat, 09 Mar 2024 18:08:32 +0000 https://foldedwaffle.com/?p=29358 Hailing from Cleveland, Ohio, Werdperfect, also known as Matthew Leeb, brings forth his unique blend of raw lyrical rap in his latest track, “Crescent Moon.” With influences from the golden era of hip-hop, Werdperfect stays true to the nostalgic sound of classic rap, layering his lyrics atop beautifully arranged samples and drums, reminiscent of his […]

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