Kid Cudi, 070 Shake, Strick

Scott Mescudi’s generational humming could resurrect a charred garden from the ashes. Scott Mescudi’s soothing hum can launch a wretched soul into clouds of serenity. That “hmmmm” and influential 2009 debut album, Man on the Moon: The End of Day, bought the Cleveland rapper eternal goodwill among a passionate collective of twentysomethings who probably strolled through school hallways puffing out lyrics to “Day ‘n’ Nite.” Though Don Toliver pulled out of Cudi’s tour citing production/logistical challenges, GOOD Music signee 070 Shake will still provide support in the form of synth-heavy, croon-filled enchantment. – Derek Udensi