10 Most Exciting Sounds of 2013

By Al Mannarino /

7. Big Sean €“ Hall of Fame

After four impressive mix tapes, and a very successful solo album, Big Sean has transitioned from one of raps best new artists, to one of the most popular names in music today. The breakthrough artist started out as Kanye West€™s protégé, but has now established himself as a game-changing artist. His last mix tape, Detroit, was released last year with great reviews and over five hundred thousand downloads. He was also featured on G.O.O.D. Music€™s Cruel Summer. Fans eagerly await Big Sean€™s sophomore album, Hall of Fame, which is scheduled to be released next month. Listen to: €œMercy€, €œClique€, and €œMy Last€