Travis Shelton, better known by his stage name Visto or Head Hippie is an American rapper and singer-songwriter from Washington, DC.[1]
Visto | |
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| Birth name | Travis Shelton |
| Also known as | Head Hippie |
| Born | 23 February 1993 |
| Origin | Washington, DC, United States |
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| Years active | 2014–present |
| Website | vistohlk.com |
Career
editOn August 20, 2013, Visto released his first Album, "Before Euphoria" which included two popular singles, "How That Pxssy Taste" with rapper Phil Da Phuture and "Fxcking Around". He continued to gain recognition for his science fictional visuals with his 2014 singles "Shinobi" and "On Fleek Tonight."[2] On August 4, 2015, singles "Smoke it Down", produced by The Democratz, and "Namaste", featuring Domani Harris and Australian sonstress Emmaline, were released.[3] "Namaste" was coproduced by DJ Money and Mister Neek in the Minsta Cinema visuals.[4] In 2016, Visto collaborated with Dew Baby to produce his hit single, Bu$$in Sudz, while working on his own single "I’m Good."[5] "I’m Good" was inspired by the results of the United States presidential election of 2016 and produced by The Democratz.[6] In July 2016, Visto performed alongside other renowned artists Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa at DOPE Fest. In April 2016, Visto shared the stage with fellow Hippie Life Krew member Pinky KillaCorn at Broccoli City Festival, featuring artists including Future and Jhene Aiko. In March 2016, Visto co-headlined WEDC's SXSW stage with Wale.[7]
On March 21, 2017, Visto changed the life of a homeless artist, Carton Joyner by organizing an exhibition for Carton and bringing him off the streets. In addition, Visto helped Carton raise thousands of dollars for his artwork by setting up Carton's social media accounts and GoFundMe.[8]
On April 20, 2018, Visto released his long-awaited EP "Dopacabana".
Hippie Life Krew
editIn 2011, Visto, founded Hippie Life Krew, a DMV-based music and lifestyle collective. Since 2011, Hippie Life Krew has performed with other notable artists including Snoop Dogg, Currency,Raheem DeVaughn, Wale & many more .[9] In 2015, Hippie Life Krew began GiveBag, an ongoing community initiative that aims to provide winter clothing and hygiene items for the homeless. Hippie Life Krew also produces party and performance platforms such as Hippie Kabal, Free Spirits Sessions, and The Slow Burner.[10]
Discography
editMusic
edit| Title | Details |
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| Before Euphoria |
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| Witcha |
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| Shinobi |
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| On Fleek Tonight |
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| Smoke It Down[11] |
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| Dopacabana |
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References
edit- ^ Renae, Shawn (12 August 2013). "Fresh spins on D.C. R&B: Visto, Alison Carney, others continue area's rich soul tradition". The Washington Post. Retrieved 14 June 2017.
- ^ Lilah, Rose (23 February 2015). "Visto "Shinobi" Video". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 14 June 2017.
- ^ Golden, Zara. "Catch Good Vibes From Visto, Domani, and Emmaline's "Namaste" Video". TheFader. Retrieved 13 June 2017.
- ^ Pommells, Ayara. "WATCH VISTO'S "NAMASTE" VISUAL FEATURING T.I.'S SON DOMANI X VOCALIST EMMALINE". TheSource. Retrieved 13 June 2017.
- ^ Drake, David. "Bout to Blow: 10 Dope New Songs You Should Be Hearing Everywhere Soon". Complex.
- ^ Thomas, Sidney. "Listen: DMV Rapper Visto Drops Apolitical Anthem 'I'm Good'". Washington City Paper. Washington City Paper.
- ^ "SXSW Schedule: Visto". SXSW.
- ^ fox5dc.com staff. "Once homeless street artist, 'Painterman,' scores show in DC". Fox5. Fox5. Retrieved 13 June 2017.
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- ^ Richards, Chris. "Visto's feel-good R&B feels different". The Washington Post. Retrieved 13 June 2017.
- ^ Smith, Trevor. "Visto – Smoke It Down [New Song]". HotNewHipHop.