Last month, we premiered Rich Kidd's "Syke", the first release off the 25-year-old's upcoming In My Opinion mixtape. Today, get familiar with the Toronto native who knocks out the occasional screenplay in addition to rapping and producing.

Standout: "Syke"

Also check out: "Boiling Point"

And: "Beautiful Day"

Name: Ritchie Acheampong aka Rich Kidd

Age: 25

Hometown: Toronto

I grew up listening to: Everything under the sun.

Most people don't know I: Write screenplays and directed a short film.

My style has been compared to: Saukrates & Kool G Rap

My standout records to date have been: As far as my own joints, "Syke". I produced on Drake's Comeback Season mixtape and "On The Run(I Wish I Knew Natalie Portman)" for K-os.

My goal in hip hop is: To introduce my sound and create a lane for others who have similar styles.

I'm gonna be the next: Rich Kidd

To check out more of my music: Follow me on Twitter @RichKiddBeats

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