Fort Worth, TX native, DeNard Kendricks, was born into an eclectic world of music. Jazz, funk, soul, and RnB would be the milk for his formative years. Ultimately hip-hop would be the driving force in his adolescent and teenage years. His southern drawl, colorful imagery, and translucent honesty has put him amongst hip-hop’s premier emcees. Acts such as OutKast, Lil Wayne, Lupe Fiasco, JAY-Z, T.I., and Rick Ross have helped shape DeNard Kendricks into a top tier artist and future pillar of hip-hop. Although DeNard stays true to his hip-hop roots, he does take it upon himself to experiment with different sounds and genres. He shines like the brightest nova when he captivates the listener with vivid imagery and heartfelt stories. He is working mixtapes, EPs, and a debut album. When I asked what does he hope to accomplish with his work he simply responds, “I want to create forever...”