Multi-faceted artist Crankdat returns to Monstercat Uncaged today alongside Three 6 Mafia member Juicy J for their debut collaboration, ‘Open The Pit.’ This high-energy track marks an exciting intersection of EDM and hip-hop.
‘Open The Pit’ has been making waves in the live circuit, with Juicy J joining Crankdat onstage at the Hollywood Palladium to preview the track. The collaboration highlights a trend in the music industry where electronic producers and hip-hop artists are increasingly merging their styles to create fresh and innovative sounds. Juicy J’s distinctive flow and lyrical intensity complement Crankdat’s signature hard hitting production, resulting in a track that is both catchy and powerful.
Crankdat has been on an explosive run, selling out his four-stop Absolute Annihilation California tour and moving over 11,000 tickets. His headline Hollywood Palladium stop featured surprise performances from Juicy J and a viral Bruce Buffer intro, adding to the excitement and energy of the show. Beyond his music, Crankdat has also demonstrated his creativity through his graphic teaser shorts and stage visuals. His latest project, the animated music video for ‘Open The Pit,’ is a collaborative effort with artists Lee Griffin and JasePlanet, brought to life using Blender 4.1 and 4.2. The video immerses viewers in an animated world featuring Crankdat and Juicy J on a wild, GTA-styled night, following them through a thrilling heist, parties, and a cop chase.