Isaiah Rashad Concerts Setlist

Isaiah Rashad, born Joel McClain on May 16, 1991, is an American rapper from Chattanooga, Tennessee, who gained widespread recognition through his involvement in the 2012 Smoker's Club Tour, where he shared the stage with notable artists such as Juicy J, Joey Bada$$, and Smoke DZA. Notably, he is a key figure in the hip-hop scene as a founding member of The House, a music collective. Alongside fellow Chattanooga rappers YGTUT, Michael Da Vinci (MikeyD), Chris P, and Brian Brown, Rashad has contributed to the diverse musical landscape of the region.

Growing up, he was primarily raised by his mother, who worked as a hairdresser. During his formative years, Rashad developed a musical connection with his father, who would allow him to stay up late, bonding over the sounds of influential artists like Too $hort and Scarface. This early exposure to hip-hop laid the foundation for Rashad's future endeavors in the music industry.

Isaiah Rashad initiated crucial industry connections by establishing relationships with key figures such as DJ Z from DJBooth.net and Jeff Weiss, a writer for Rolling Stone. As a result, his music gained traction and started circulating among various A&R professionals. One notable milestone in his early career was the 2012 Smoker's Club Tour, where from July 13 to August 23.

In an interview with The Fader, Isaiah Rashad disclosed that "The House Is Burning" was scheduled for release in June 2021. The anticipation grew when, on May 7, 2021, he dropped the album's inaugural single, "Lay wit Ya," featuring Duke Deuce. Accompanying the single was a visually striking music video directed by Omar Jones. Notably, the release marked a significant milestone for Rashad, as the digital platform credits for the song revealed his joint venture with Warner Records.

Building on the momentum, on June 17, 2021, Rashad unveiled the album's second single, "Headshots (4r da Locals)," accompanied by a visually compelling music video directed by Jack Begert and Mez Heirs. As the release date approached, Rashad heightened the excitement on July 7, 2021, by unveiling the album's cover art and announcing a July 30 release date across his social media platforms. The album received acclaim, with Pitchfork giving it a rating of 7.6 out of 10.