Heels Have Eyes III Steel Praying-UAES Event Review

If you’re familiar with the artist Westside Gunn you know that he is one of those creatives that has a strong passion for the hip-hop culture outside of his music. His ability to curate events and create fashion pieces that carry huge value in the art and sneaker world is truly amazing to see. In the past ten years he has curated some of the most impactful albums that have influenced how the industry has been evolving. Because of his music and his collective Griselda and their contributions to the music industry the want for the boom bap sound has grown enormously because of his efforts. If you haven’t been put onto his work then we highly suggest you do you homework on him and his team..

While being into music and fashion the world is just starting to know Westside Gunn for his passion for wrestling and it’s impact on the world. He decided to create his own wrestling collective called 4thrope, the reason why it’s so important is because the world of wrestling has never been truly accepting of hip-hop. Gunn creating this space is very important for the future of how communities perceive wrestling and it’s connection to hip-hop and the arts overall. Gunn decided to have not only a listening party for his new album with DJ Drama, but he launched the wrestling collective’s event in Chicago because of his love for the city..

The event kicked off with some amazing matches and testimonies from different individuals from the 4thrope team and amazing performances from Rome Streetz and Dave East. Even more so artists from the new Chicago wave popped out to show love to Gunn and his amazing event. Artists like Panamera P, Ju Jilla, Hittz, GQ tha Teacha, Vic Spencer, and others showed up and showed collaboration and unity for what Westside Gunn is putting together. After more matches and a special steel caged match Westside Gunn came out to uplift his new album release and brought out the legendary Pete Rock and DJ Premiere for a phenomenal DJ battle..

Westside Gunn also stated there will be more events via 4thrope and he has no intention of stopping soon. These type of curated events help push more of what the hip-hop culture has always been about. Unity and collaboration with others. Take a look below for more photos..