‘Death To HypeBeast pt. 1’ Is The Third Single From Norfolk, VA rapper Amir Driver’s mini-series
‘Sneaks Is Watching’.
An 8 episode visual depiction of his concept EP, The Sneak Tape, the latest project from A.Driver gives viewers and listeners a detailed insight into 24 hours as a dedicated sneaker enthusiast. Shot by Barry "Bphresh" Bryant of Phresh Films, the episodes follow Driver as he pursues a brand new coveted release. Each song plays as a score for a single episode, documenting the events taking place throughout Driver’s day, as he narrates us through the series.
In the third instalment, Driver comes into contact with a dreaded hypebeast as he continues his pursuit of his the coveted sneaker. Things take a turn for the worst and tempers flair as the hypebeast attempts to overcharge Driver for his Holy Grail.
Having been rapping since the age of 4, Driver boasts a well balanced combination of lyrical skill and delivery, as well as plenty of charisma, lending itself perfectly to a storytelling project like ‘Sneaks Is Watching’.
Having released a number of mixtapes since high school, the now 25-year-old has honed his skills and 2014 sees him as president of his own record label, (Strike Force Records). ‘Sneaks Is Watching’ is set to get listeners familiar before the release of his debut album proper, which he is currently working on for release late this year.
"With the ever growing sneaker community eagerly anticipating the latest releases, it's only right that someone should create an anthem for them; step forward Amir Driver" - EARMILK
