{"id":9,"date":"2023-01-17T08:38:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-17T13:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mixtapememori.es\/?p=9"},"modified":"2023-01-24T06:02:01","modified_gmt":"2023-01-24T11:02:01","slug":"future-purple-reign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mixtapememori.es\/future-purple-reign\/","title":{"rendered":"Future &#8211; Purple Reign"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Future&#8217;s mixtape &#8220;Purple Reign,&#8221; released in 2016, was a pivotal moment in the Atlanta rapper&#8217;s career. The project, which features hit singles such as &#8220;Perkys Calling&#8221; and &#8220;Inside the Mattress,&#8221; showcased Future&#8217;s unique blend of trap beats, melodic hooks, and introspective lyrics.<br><br>One of the key platforms that helped to launch &#8220;Purple Reign&#8221; into the mainstream was the website LiveMixtapes. LiveMixtapes, which was founded in 2006, is a platform that allows independent artists to upload and promote their music for free. The website has become a go-to destination for hip-hop fans looking for the latest mixtapes from both established and up-and-coming artists.<br>For Future, LiveMixtapes played a vital role in the premiere of &#8220;Purple Reign.&#8221; The mixtape was released exclusively on the platform, and its success on LiveMixtapes helped to generate buzz and anticipation for its official release. This allowed Future to build a dedicated fanbase and gain recognition in the industry, eventually leading to a record deal with Epic Records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mixtapememori.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Screenshot-2023-01-16-at-10-56-28-Future-Purple-Reign-Freebandz.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"963\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mixtapememori.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Screenshot-2023-01-16-at-10-56-28-Future-Purple-Reign-Freebandz-963x1024.png\" alt=\"Screen Shot of LiveMixtapes in January 2016\" class=\"wp-image-19\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mixtapememori.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Screenshot-2023-01-16-at-10-56-28-Future-Purple-Reign-Freebandz-963x1024.png 963w, https:\/\/mixtapememori.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Screenshot-2023-01-16-at-10-56-28-Future-Purple-Reign-Freebandz-282x300.png 282w, https:\/\/mixtapememori.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Screenshot-2023-01-16-at-10-56-28-Future-Purple-Reign-Freebandz-768x817.png 768w, https:\/\/mixtapememori.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Screenshot-2023-01-16-at-10-56-28-Future-Purple-Reign-Freebandz-1444x1536.png 1444w, https:\/\/mixtapememori.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Screenshot-2023-01-16-at-10-56-28-Future-Purple-Reign-Freebandz.png 1903w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 963px) 100vw, 963px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Screen Shot of LiveMixtapes in January of 2016. <em><a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20160120001701\/http:\/\/www.livemixtapes.com\/mixtapes\/37995\/future-purple-reign.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Source<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>LiveMixtapes also played a significant role in Future&#8217;s early career. The rapper had previously released several mixtapes on the platform, which helped him to gain exposure and connect with fans. These mixtapes, such as &#8220;Dirty sprite,&#8221; &#8220;Monster,&#8221; and &#8220;56 Nights&#8221; featured a number of popular tracks and helped to establish Future&#8217;s unique sound and style.<br><br>Another key figure in the success of &#8220;Purple Reign&#8221; was DJ Esco, who served as the mixtape&#8217;s host and executive producer. DJ Esco, who is an accomplished DJ, producer, and artist, is known for his work in the Atlanta hip-hop scene and has been credited with helping to launch the careers of many artists. He also had a close working relationship with Future, and the two had previously collaborated on several projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Future x DJ Esco - Purple Reign (Mixtape Trailer)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5KwdKMblhWQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The production of the mixtape was also handled by Metro Boomin, a renowned producer who has worked with a number of popular artists such as 21 savage, Drake, and Gucci Mane. Metro Boomin&#8217;s signature trap beats and atmospheric production style helped to enhance the mixtape&#8217;s overall sound, and his contribution was well-received by fans and critics.<br><br>It is also worth mentioning that Seth Firkins, an audio engineer, was also a contributing factor in the mixtape&#8217;s success. Firkins was responsible for mixing and mastering the songs on the mixtape, and his contributions helped to give &#8220;Purple Reign&#8221; a polished and professional sound.<br><br>Another notable collaboration on the mixtape was the cover art, which was done by Kid Graphic. Kid Graphic is a graphic designer who has worked with several notable artists in the hip-hop industry, and his design for &#8220;Purple Reign&#8221; helped to give the mixtape a distinct visual identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"qme\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/PurpleReign?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#PurpleReign<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/aJOiUQStwp\">pic.twitter.com\/aJOiUQStwp<\/a><\/p>&mdash; FUTURE\/FREEBANDZ (@1future) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/1future\/status\/688572275843543040?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">January 17, 2016<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In conclusion, LiveMixtapes played a vital role in the premiere and early career of Future. The platform&#8217;s ability to allow independent artists to promote their music for free helped Future to gain recognition, connect with fans, and eventually land a record deal. DJ Esco&#8217;s role as the host and executive producer of the mixtape added credibility and helped to attract more listeners. Metro Boomin&#8217;s production on the mixtape added an extra layer of quality and helped to enhance the overall sound of the project. Seth Firkins&#8217; mixing and mastering also added to the overall polished sound of the mixtape. Kid Graphic&#8217;s cover art also helped to give the mixtape a distinct visual identity. The debut mixtape &#8220;Purple Reign&#8221; is still considered as one of the most successful mixtape in Future&#8217;s Career and also helped him to establish his unique sound and style which is still loved by fans. It is a testament to the power of platforms like LiveMixtapes to allow independent artists to showcase their talents, collaborate with other creatives, and gain recognition in the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please stream below and visit LiveMixtapes to download <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livemixtapes.com\/mixtapes\/37995\/future-purple-reign.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Purple Reign<\/a><\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n  <iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"autoplay\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livemixtapes.com\/embed.php?album_id=37995\" width=\"100%\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Future&#8217;s mixtape &#8220;Purple Reign,&#8221; released in 2016, was a pivotal moment in the Atlanta rapper&#8217;s career. 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