How Thirteendegrees boldly went from basement beats to Summer Smash

How Thirteendegrees boldly went from basement beats to Summer Smash centers on the Chicago rapper’s leap from watching crowds outside to performing onstage at Summer Smash. He describes letting “demons” and emotions out during his set, saying he wanted to show fans his vulnerability. Now in his second consecutive year at the festival, he contrasts earlier sweltering days waiting in line with backstage access and audience attention to his music. The artist also credits a recent 12-city tour with Sosocamo, whom he calls a “brother,” and denies that he is from Alsip despite internet claims. He says his sound aims to be refreshing and relatable, highlighting multiple sides of his identity rather than portraying wealth or toughness.