As FTWWL soared into the hundreds of thousands of downloads, Dom took his act on the road, performing everywhere from the legendary SOBs in New York City to Georgetown University to North Africa. This was something new to vibe along with. No longer was the region forced to cling onto memories of past rap greats or cheesy dance crazes. But it wasn’t until Dom released his critically acclaimed – and fan adored – From The Westside, With Love project that the national independent media changed their scope of focus westward. Soon after – with the releases of FutureStreet/DrugSounds and Best After Bobby in 2009 – he found himself at the forefront of what’s become known as the New West. He didn’t get to where he is overnight though it took just one release, The 25th Hour, for people to pick up on Dom’s signature casual-California flow. With the streets and labels buzzing over his latest project The Yellow Album, Dom is exactly where he wants to be – for now. His progression is the result of sleepless studio nights, early video shoots and everyday meetings with his family and firm, the OPM Company. It’s no wonder he’s regularly seen in magazines, on television screens and in your lady’s iTunes.
Peers seek record deals in a cramped industry while he grinds independently. Though partly true, it’d be more accurate to credit Dom’s success to a relentless work ethic and a coolest-guy-in-the-room demeanor. Some say Dom Kennedy is a product of his environment.
Who would have thought an ordinary kid from Leimert Park could capture the ears and collective attention of people all over the globe? Not many.
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