When talented individuals concentrate their forces for the greater good of creativity, the results can be historic. Just ask J. Cole, who has spent the better part of the decade recruiting prospects while building his Dreamville Records roster into one of the most formidable units in hip-hop. Founded by Cole and Ibrahim Hamad in 2007, Dreamville elevated its profile with Cole’s own ascension up the ranks, allowing early signees like Omen and Bas to gain a sizable following through guest appearances and solo projects.
Since then, the label’s stable of talent has expanded, with Cozz, Ari Lennox, J.I.D, EarthGang and Lute joining the team, making Dreamville one of the more acclaimed rap collectives of the modern era. Releasing their first compilation, Revenge of the Dreamers, in 2014, Dreamville has slowly but surely become a bonafide powerhouse. Producing and developing talent with star potential, the label has become a breeding ground for quality content, the latest of which is Revenge of the Dreamers III, the crew’s most anticipated release to date.
Running 18 tracks in length, Revenge of the Dreamers III is loaded with guest appearances, with DaBaby, T.I., Young Nudy, Reason, Maxo Kream, Mez, Vince Staples, Ty Dolla Sign, Dreezy, Buddy, Childish Major, Smino and Saba all popping up on the album. However, the central focus is J. Cole and company, all of whom turn in stellar performances that give reason to believe that Dreamville and its stable of prospects will be a force in the music scene for years to come.
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