Some of the most influential artists come from a history of battle rapping, from Big Pun to Eminem to Mos Def. Although battle rap helped bring upon the game that we know and love today, what can be considered as the beginning of the craft can also be considered as a dying art.
King of the Dot, or KOTD, is a rap battle league based in Canada that is sure to make you wonder why the popularity of the craft has been plummeting, with talented artists displaying a raw no-holds-barred hunger and passion.
Pat Stay is currently the KOTD world champion, however little activity has come from his direction since he has threatened to resign as the title holder. It is said that he is dodging battles in order to refrain from losing, some say he is mapping a strategic line up of potential victims.