Dre Itami, a 23-year-old artist from Dayton, Ohio, is making waves with his latest project, “NoSleep 2”. This EP isn’t just another release; it’s a taste of Dre’s mission to make his name mean something real.
Dre’s story into music isn’t exactly typical. Back in high school, he used to tag along with his cousin after school. They’d smoke, hit up the library, and then head to the studio tucked inside to lay down tracks. One day, Dre stuck around to record something himself, and it was game over after that—he was hooked. From that first track, he just kept making music, and it’s been his thing ever since.
The sound on “NoSleep 2” has hints of Dre’s biggest influences, but it’s fully his own. You can tell he’s been inspired by artists like Pierre Bourne and Trippie Redd, who bring out that raw energy and unique production style. Then there’s the deeper influence from legends like MF Doom and Kanye West, whose storytelling and boundary-pushing vibes run through his lyrics. Throw in some of Lil Yachty’s confidence and a bit of ASAP Rocky’s style, and you get Dre’s take on it all.
This EP is just the latest in Dre’s journey. Before “NoSleep 2”, he was putting out other projects like “JournalEntries Vol. 3: Autoitami” “AudioRecord” and hit single “TheBone” with imlilnelly, each one building up his sound. And for “NoSleep 2”, he’s collaborated with Snxxty, a team-up that brings a new vibe to the project and keeps things fresh.
For Dre, it’s all about building a legacy. He’s out here trying to make his name mean something, to be one of the greats. And with “NoSleep 2”, he’s showing he’s not just about talk; he’s putting in the work to get there. You can find the EP on Spotify, and if this project’s anything to go by, Dre Itami’s just getting started.