Samhoody's Posts - Hood Illustrated2024-03-19T05:53:02ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2793707680?profile=RESIZE_48X48&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1http://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profiles/blog/feed?user=2rb6ojda0oqw5&xn_auth=noHoodTrophy Bino ft. Kalan.FRFR - "I Want Her" (Video)tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2024-03-11:3435403:BlogPost:2649452024-03-11T01:10:03.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p style="text-align: center;">LA based rapper HoodTrophy Bino releases the new single and video for "I Want Her" ft. Kalan.FrFr. Alongside powerful hip-hop force Kalan.FrFr, the two rappers get lost in a sensual daydream that ruminates over two different women.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">"I Want Her" explores diverging figments of fantasy with…</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">LA based rapper HoodTrophy Bino releases the new single and video for "I Want Her" ft. Kalan.FrFr. Alongside powerful hip-hop force Kalan.FrFr, the two rappers get lost in a sensual daydream that ruminates over two different women.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">"I Want Her" explores diverging figments of fantasy with sharp rhythms, captivating vocals, and deep, shadowy synths.The music video juxtaposes intimate vignettes of HoodTrophy Bino in a bedroom with roses at one moment and at a nightclub with Kalan.FrFr surrounded by women at the next.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">HoodTrophy Bino has opened for Soulja Boy, Tee Grizzley, Bow Wow, Snoop Dogg, Chris Brown, Omarion, Flo Malcom, Skinnyfromthe9, YN Jay, and Ohgeesy. He's received acclaim from Lyrical Lemonade, HipHopDX and more. Bino is set to perform with a special screening at SXSW on March 13th at Icenhauer's.</p>
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Richmond, Virginia native, Jay?Duhhh has announced the release of her latest single, “Mind Tricks” on Thursday, February 29, 2024 via Money By the Pound Records. “Mind Tricks,” produced by platinum music producer Mex Manny, can be described as carnivalesque whilst addressing the significant mental health issues humans may face navigating early…
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Richmond, Virginia native, Jay?Duhhh has announced the release of her latest single, “Mind Tricks” on Thursday, February 29, 2024 via Money By the Pound Records. “Mind Tricks,” produced by platinum music producer Mex Manny, can be described as carnivalesque whilst addressing the significant mental health issues humans may face navigating early adulthood. The sonic aesthetic of a crazy fun house, along with a maze and house of mirrors, is interlaced throughout the musical number creating a peculiar and unique vibe.<br />
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“I wrote my new single “Mind Tricks” to empower people to overcome daily obstacles such as their fears, doubts, the opinions of others/ the world, other people’s bad decisions, and the overall negativity that the world can sometimes bring. It’s easy to lose yourself in a world that is full of judgment and constantly moving. Sometimes you need to sit with yourself to realize what YOU need to be able to accomplish everything your heart desires. Life isn’t easy, and there will always be things that try to stop you from what you need to do, but if you stand strong, open your eyes and mind, and stay true to yourself…. You’ll always win in the end. Never be afraid to Shine your Light. Nothing outside of you has Power over you. What I want people to apprehend from this piece is that Life is anything but easy, but you are anything but weak. Don’t let it Change who you are.” – Jay?Duhhh<br />
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<p style="text-align: center;">South Central bred rapper HoodTrophy Bino releases the new single "Thang Thangin". This is a powerhouse track loaded with hyperactive beats, boisterous brass instrumentation, and brazen rap flow. HoodTrophy Bino sings, "Left cheek, right cheek / Make that sh*t jump." With rapid-fire sonics that spiral out of control,…</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">South Central bred rapper HoodTrophy Bino releases the new single "Thang Thangin". This is a powerhouse track loaded with hyperactive beats, boisterous brass instrumentation, and brazen rap flow. HoodTrophy Bino sings, "Left cheek, right cheek / Make that sh*t jump." With rapid-fire sonics that spiral out of control, "Thang Thangin" will make your whole body shake.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Recently taken off parole and now officially out of the system he was in since age 13, HoodTrophy Bino is a standout example of someone who has overcome insurmountable obstacles, escaped gang life, and created a better future for himself. Today, he is an advocate for gang members who grow up in the hood and witness death every other day with seemingly no way out.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">HoodTrophy Bino has opened for Soulja Boy, Tee Grizzley, Bow Wow, Snoop Dogg, Chris Brown, Omarion, Flo Malcom, Skinnyfromthe9, YN Jay, and Ohgeesy. He has received acclaim from Lyrical Lemonade, HipHopDX and more. With three new albums on the horizon, a viral single, "I Want Her" with a Kalan.FRFR remix, and features with Mozzy, 03Greedo, Jehki and RadioBase, HoodTrophy Bino is a prolific rapper and motivator for his generation. "I'm not here because I'm the best, I'm here because they tried to break me and they couldn't."<iframe src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/7iAv2xxZ4P0gmKcmNqsULR?utm_source=generator" width="100%" height="352" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
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</div>Rex & The Rhythm - "Highs & Grows" (Video)tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2024-01-12:3435403:BlogPost:2643072024-01-12T21:00:00.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<div style="text-align: center;">Barbados bred, Los Angeles based artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Rex & The Rhythm releases the<span> </span><b>new single and video</b><span> </span>for "Highs & Grows". Inspired by 90s hip-hop legends including <b>Outkast and A Tribe Called Quest</b>, "Highs & Grows" strikes a distinctive mark between psychedelic soul, alt-pop, and hip-hop for a cosmic journey of inner-evolution, honoring both the pitfalls and peaks of being human. </div>
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<div style="text-align: center;">"Highs & Grows" is a track that explores an array of live percussion, sun-drenched electric guitar, and transcendental lyricism that is complemented by reverberating euphoric harmonies, resulting in a kaleidoscopic and uplifting sound. The music video for "Highs & Grows", directed by DannyJFilms, pays homage to Outkast's iconic single "Hey Ya!" and reflects an atmosphere of authenticity where Rex delves into the core essence of his creative process and sincerity as an artist.</div>
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<div style="text-align: center;">Rex & The Rhythm made his entry into the music scene with Caribbean pop group Cover Drive, which gained remarkable success with <b>three UK top ten hits, multi-platinum and silver singles.</b> He's opened for <b>Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, and Lauryn Hill</b>. Most recently, Rex opened for <b>Ashanti</b> in Barbados at The Hennessy Artistry festival in December 2022 before releasing his sophomore project, <i>Secrets Behind Our Smiles</i> last February.</div>
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</div>Twin Hector - "Special" (Video)tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-12-08:3435403:BlogPost:2636532023-12-08T07:08:19.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<div><b>Platinum-selling recording artist</b><span> </span>Twin Hector releases the<span> </span><b>intoxicating and alluringly</b><span> </span>disruptive new music video for his single "Special". Striking a perfect balance between decadent R&B soundscapes and addictive pop melodies, Twin Hector will push you over the edge with his sensual sonic…</div>
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<div><b>Platinum-selling recording artist</b><span> </span>Twin Hector releases the<span> </span><b>intoxicating and alluringly</b><span> </span>disruptive new music video for his single "Special". Striking a perfect balance between decadent R&B soundscapes and addictive pop melodies, Twin Hector will push you over the edge with his sensual sonic daydream. Written about a divine union, "Special" is an all-enthralling love song about a deeply passionate connection. </div>
<div>Directed by Ben Tyler / Left Hand Films and Tai'Yon Hector himself, the visual for "Special" was <b>inspired by R&B legend D’Angelo</b> and captures Twin Hector in an intimate, black and bronzed aesthetic.Twin Hector takes his time, drenching you in a seductive wonderland of pulsating beats and heavenly vocals as he muses over his soulmate. <i><b>"There ain't nobody I'd choose over you." </b></i></div>
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<div>Watch Twin Hector's video for "Special" for a sweltering, sultry experience that will leave your racing.<i><b><br/></b></i></div>
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</p>Casket D. - "Beautiful Struggle Dangerous Freedom" (Album)tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-12-04:3435403:BlogPost:2637462023-12-04T21:46:16.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p>Casket D's highly anticipated fourth studio album is a conceptual juggernaut packed with meaning. At it's core Beautiful Struggle Dangerous Freedom is a masterful testimony of one's soul. Chipping away at the emotional calluses that a rough environment and the tragedy it breeds causes. Casket isn't affraid to bare it all in every song. An already…</p>
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<p>Casket D's highly anticipated fourth studio album is a conceptual juggernaut packed with meaning. At it's core Beautiful Struggle Dangerous Freedom is a masterful testimony of one's soul. Chipping away at the emotional calluses that a rough environment and the tragedy it breeds causes. Casket isn't affraid to bare it all in every song. An already personal and introspective artist, Casket takes it up a notch here. On the intro track Beautiful Struggle, he states "The devil got me on trial, God's my defense attorney". Speaking to the listeners like a courtoom jury, he bares the weight of his position in his family's structure and hierarchy. A theme that is recurring throughout the remainder of the album. Alla Most Precious Rose, an ode to his daughter. Displaying vulnerability and anxiousness about fatherhood, Casket wrestles with how to be a great provider for her, while walking away from the illicit activities that once gained him revenue in order to stay present in her life. Home, a message to his passed loved ones reassuring that they will live on in his heart. Part I proclaiming his mother "is the closest thing to God on Earth" followed by Part II an oath of loyalty to his "brothers" and girl. With Beautiful Struggle Dangerous Freedom, Casket understands exactly what he's up against. The serpent / devil is his mortal or rather immortal enemy, causing destruction and deception at every given opportunity.</p>
<p>Ultimately Casket serves as a freedom fighter protagonist in a battle for not only his own deliverance, but the multitude of priceless freedoms for those whom he loves. Closing the album, The Prelude is painted as a triumpant victory of a hard fought war. "I'm talking Freedom, financially, spiritually, just revamping we, ain't shackled up in prison or early graves fore' we meet him, finally FREE". Cased closed.<iframe src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/album/5RiaUhU31HoxvxN4HcvI10?utm_source=generator" width="100%" height="352" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
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<p>Twitter: @CASKET_MGB</p>Podgy Smith - "Circus In The Sky"tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-11-10:3435403:BlogPost:2631052023-11-10T07:42:58.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p>Podgy Smith paints a perfect picture of dreams and reality in the syrupy “Circus In The Sky” featuring D.EdWordz. The Sdotfire (ASAP Rocky, Meek Mill, Kevin Gates) produced track is the perfect blend on this lucid dream journey.…</p>
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<p>Podgy Smith paints a perfect picture of dreams and reality in the syrupy “Circus In The Sky” featuring D.EdWordz. The Sdotfire (ASAP Rocky, Meek Mill, Kevin Gates) produced track is the perfect blend on this lucid dream journey.<iframe src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/0WBHS6PkbGf8hFnHLmhlVv?utm_source=generator" width="100%" height="352" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
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<p>Twitter: @Podgysmith</p>R. City - "This Is Not A Drill...This Is Really Happening!" (Mixtape)tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-10-29:3435403:BlogPost:2630712023-10-29T06:34:33.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p style="text-align: center;">The illustrious Caribbean American duo R. City, hailed for their innovative and infectious blend of hip hop, pop, and Caribbean music such as the internationally celebrated viral Billboard chart-topping hit "Locked Away" featuring Adam Levine, presents their new mixtape, "This Is Not A Drill...This Is Really…</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">The illustrious Caribbean American duo R. City, hailed for their innovative and infectious blend of hip hop, pop, and Caribbean music such as the internationally celebrated viral Billboard chart-topping hit "Locked Away" featuring Adam Levine, presents their new mixtape, "This Is Not A Drill...This Is Really Happening!".</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Brothers Theron Thomas and Timo Makaveli of R. City (short for Rock City), have kept fans ravenous for new music. The wait is finally over with their 13-track collection, This Is Not A Drill...This Is Really Happening, which ushers in a dynamic blend of Island drenched UK drill, culminating into a memorable sonic oasis. Over heavy hits of 808s, lush tropical ambiance, and mind-bending flow, R. City incorporates elements from their homeland of the Virgin Islands with the earth-shaking foundation of UK drill for a raw and transcendent journey. R. City reveals, "This Is Not A Drill...This Is Really Happening! is the title for our drill tape because we've been promising our fans music for years and we wanted them to know, we ain't bullshitting this time. We coming."</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Additionally, Theron's work as a producer continues to make waves on music's mainstage with recent explosive contributions, including Lil Durk / J.Cole #1 summer hit "All My Life", Ciara's "How We Roll" with Chris Brown, and Jung Kook and Latto's "Seven". R. City's collaborations include Drake, Rihanna, Usher, Miley Cyrus, Nicki Minaj, Justin Bieber, and two Grammy nominated albums for Rihanna and Ariana Grande.</p>
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<p>Follow R.City:<br/>INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | X</p>Acclaimed hip hop duo R. City releases the new single "WAPA".tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-10-16:3435403:BlogPost:2631152023-10-16T20:00:00.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p style="text-align: center;">Acclaimed hip hop duo R. City releases the new single "WAPA". Brothers Theron and Timo are best known for their smash hits, including Billboard Hot 100-charting "Locked Away" featuring Adam Levine and collaborations with Drake, Rihanna, Usher, Miley Cyrus, Nicki Minaj, Justin Bieber, and Ariana Grande just to name a few. Now, they're ready to deliver a fresh set of flavors to celebrate their native roots in the Virgin Islands. Serving up a Caribbean twist on UK drill, "WAPA" is from R.City's forthcoming mixtape,This Is Not A Drill...This Is Really Happening!
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A tapestry of elusive raw energy, R. City skillfully melds music cultures together in this hypnotic track. "WAPA" embraces island rizz and the unique facets of identity that make Caribbeans the smoothest in the game. With witty banter that takes a stab at pop culture, "WAPA" builds a rolling wave of momentum for their upcoming project. <br />
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R. City's recent collaborations include Jung Kook, Latto, Ciara, Lil Durk, J. Cole, David Guetta, Arya Starr, and Justin Timberlake. They have contributed to numerous Grammy-nominated albums, including Rihanna's Unapologetic, Jennifer Hudson's self-titled album, and Ariana Grande's My Everything .The ceiling is limitless for R. City, and they can't wait to honor their heritage as proud Virgin Islanders with the release of their new single "WAPA".<iframe src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/7ahAEKrmTyb6uWI8UhZMB2?utm_source=generator" width="100%" height="352" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
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<p>Compton-born artist Soupmakesitbetter takes the listener on a West Coast adventure collaborating with producer, K.FISHA (who has worked with the likes of Larry June, Curren$y, Blxst, Dom Kennedy and more) on the 3-piece project “Levels to the Link Up” featuring C Plus.</p>
<p>Soupmakesitbetter just opened up for Stone Throw Records’ Grammy award…</p>
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<p>Compton-born artist Soupmakesitbetter takes the listener on a West Coast adventure collaborating with producer, K.FISHA (who has worked with the likes of Larry June, Curren$y, Blxst, Dom Kennedy and more) on the 3-piece project “Levels to the Link Up” featuring C Plus.</p>
<p>Soupmakesitbetter just opened up for Stone Throw Records’ Grammy award winning pianist, Kiefer but you can experience the sounds of Soup as the headliner for The Tipping Point tour starting October 18th through October 22nd in the Texas & Louisiana area.</p>
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<p>Twitter: @Soupmakesbetter | @_Kfisha | @plusmoney</p>Calboy feat. Skilla Baby - "Gang Time" (Video)tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-09-24:3435403:BlogPost:2629422023-09-24T20:22:25.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p style="text-align: center;">Chicago rapper Calboy has returned with the song and accompanying video for “Gang Time,” featuring Skilla Baby via his new independent imprint Loyalty & Co. “Gang Time” is available everywhere now, watch the video HERE.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">In the visual, we see Calboy and Skilla Baby iced out, flaunting…</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Chicago rapper Calboy has returned with the song and accompanying video for “Gang Time,” featuring Skilla Baby via his new independent imprint Loyalty & Co. “Gang Time” is available everywhere now, watch the video HERE.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">In the visual, we see Calboy and Skilla Baby iced out, flaunting stacks of cash, as they rap back-to-back. “Gang time, I’m on the e-way with this bitch, she throwing up gang signs / Oh this your bitch, she gave me brain, she got a great mind / I’m drippy, drippy, fly as fuck, bitch I got hang time,” Calboy raps.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">The Chevy Music-produced “Gang Time” follows Calboy’s last single “On My Own.” His recent music marks his exit from RCA Records and the launch of his independent music career, where he’s carving out his own path with imprint Loyalty N Co.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">And he shows no signs of slowing down: in addition to his new album, he’s also working on a TV series. Along the way, he’s collaborated with some of the biggest names in the game, including Lil Wayne and T-Pain, and continues to deliver hit records that resonate with fans around the world.<iframe width="665" height="499" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wV41OyGn8R0?wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Twitter: @147Calboy</p>Kevin Ross - "Midnight Microdose Vol. 2" (EP) and "Ready for It" (Video)tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-09-17:3435403:BlogPost:2627322023-09-17T20:54:25.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p style="text-align: center;">The anticipation is finally over for the next chapter of chart-topping R&B icon Kevin Ross' Midnight Microdose project. Following the explosive release of Ross' first single from the project "Ready for It" featuring Eric Bellinger, Kevin Ross unveils his new EP Midnight Microdose Vol. 2.…</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">The anticipation is finally over for the next chapter of chart-topping R&B icon Kevin Ross' Midnight Microdose project. Following the explosive release of Ross' first single from the project "Ready for It" featuring Eric Bellinger, Kevin Ross unveils his new EP Midnight Microdose Vol. 2.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">From start to finish, you'll be immersed in Ross' atmosphere of relentless riffs and thunderclap percussion, woven with lush beats and intoxicating vocals tormented with emotion. Midnight Microdose Vol. 2 chronicles new territory for Kevin Ross as he ventures into themes of toxic relationships, darkness, and braving the wild. Midnight Microdose Vol. 2 will send your senses into overdrive, with all-encompassing sonics that propel you on a subliminal journey through Kevin Ross' innermost thoughts. “If I had to sum up Midnight Microdose Vol. 2 in one word it would be, DRAMATIC. I love sequencing my projects whether to create a flow, set a vibe, tell a story or all three at once. Excited for people to uncover another layer of my artistry with this project," confides Kevin Ross.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">At the same time, Kevin Ross presents his new music video for “Ready For It” featuring the iconic Eric Bellinger and exclusively premiered on BET Soul. A sublime and flirtatious track crafted by the R&B powerhouse Kevin Ross, "Ready For It" sets the stage with a bedroom vignette. Here, Kevin Ross is seen crafting a string of text messages to an enigmatic romantic interest, setting off a narrative that escalates into a rollercoaster of imagination, excitement, and allure.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Kevin Ross is a name that will go down in history as the first ever independent artist with two charting singles in the top 20 on Billboard's Adult R&B Airplay at once. In addition to his musical prowess, he founded music label Art Society Music Group (AMG), a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit and creative drive. After the success of his Billboard charting single "Look My Way" and his latest team-up with Eric Bellinger on "Ready For It", Midnight Microdose Vol. 2 is his eagerly awaited release.</p>
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<p>R&B meets pop sensation Darius Martin releases the new single "Sparks Don't Fly" featuring Latin singer-songwriter Shantal Vella. The single is a powerful profile on the damaging effects of abusive relationships, offering an intimate window inside the emotional toll it takes on two hearts.</p>
<p>Teaming up with the esteemed non-profit, Doorways,…</p>
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<p>R&B meets pop sensation Darius Martin releases the new single "Sparks Don't Fly" featuring Latin singer-songwriter Shantal Vella. The single is a powerful profile on the damaging effects of abusive relationships, offering an intimate window inside the emotional toll it takes on two hearts.</p>
<p>Teaming up with the esteemed non-profit, Doorways, and ahead of October Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Darius Martin is thrilled to amplify awareness and generate funds with his new single, “Sparks Don’t Fly”. Serving the Arlington, Virginia, community, Doorways extends comprehensive support to survivors, providing housing, counseling, court advocacy, and more. With a 24/7 hotline and a robust community outreach program, Doorways stands firmly with survivors. Darius Martin is proud to drive impactful change with this new release.</p>
<p>"Sparks Don't Fly" blends melodic cascades of percussion with an emotive vocal symphony shared between Darius Martin and Shantal Vella. Over subtle, refined beats, "Sparks Don't Fly" will immerse you in a lyrically tender narrative, bringing awareness towards domestic violence. Darius Martin admits, "I wanted people who have been in abusive relationships to know they're not alone." "Sparks Don't Fly" is a courageous story of experiencing a heartbreaking connection and losing sight of love.</p>
<p>Darius Martin made the jump to LA from his childhood roots in El Paso, Texas and Alamogordo, New Mexico. He is a multi-faceted creative with a degree from the acclaimed Los Angeles Film Institute. His music tows the line between R&B and pop with decadently abstract sonics reigned in by anthemic hooks. Darius Martin has received acclaim from Earmilk, Lyrical Lemonade, Allhiphop, ThisisRNB and more.<iframe src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/7oFzHRjc7flCxW4XdBZ5HC?utm_source=generator" width="100%" height="352" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
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<div>Genre-defying artist viisi releases the new single "hate u". The single is about emerging from heartbreak and stepping back into your confidence. With <b>witty jabs and mischievous notes of sarcasm</b>, viisi finds the silver lining of a breakup in "hate u".</div>
<div>"hate u" will leave you wanting more with rising tension built around sharp…</div>
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<div>Genre-defying artist viisi releases the new single "hate u". The single is about emerging from heartbreak and stepping back into your confidence. With <b>witty jabs and mischievous notes of sarcasm</b>, viisi finds the silver lining of a breakup in "hate u".</div>
<div>"hate u" will leave you wanting more with rising tension built around sharp energetic rushes and dark melodic slow burns. viisi's defining vocals refuse to fit in a box with <b>saccharine pop tendencies at the chorus and infectious hip-hop flow in his verses.</b> viisi admits, "This single is my breakup anthem. It's a song riddled with resentment towards a past relationship. Starting as a broken man and working my way into finding my self confidence, but keeping my light heartedness throughout by knowing that no matter how much you hate me, I love how you can always f-ck me like I’m somebody else." </div>
<div>viisi has collaborated with artists including Chelsea Collins and Kayla DiVenere. He has received high acclaim from <b><i>Fashionably Early, Earmilk,</i></b> and <b><i>Grimy Goods</i></b> to name a few.</div>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Sion Vesill, the dynamic artist and MC hailing from Liverpool, is back with an electrifying new track titled "Old Skool New Skool," featuring the viral rapper and streamer, Crypt. The track is produced by the talented Manchester-based G Lox. Boasting rapid-fire spitting over hip-hop beats, this collaboration creates a…</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Sion Vesill, the dynamic artist and MC hailing from Liverpool, is back with an electrifying new track titled "Old Skool New Skool," featuring the viral rapper and streamer, Crypt. The track is produced by the talented Manchester-based G Lox. Boasting rapid-fire spitting over hip-hop beats, this collaboration creates a lethal combination that delivers a fresh sound for the ages while paying homage to the golden era of hip-hop.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">With "Old Skool New Skool," Sion Vesill demonstrates a profound inspiration that fueled the creation of this compelling track. He states, "I was and still am inspired by the nostalgia and feeling I get when listening to old skool music. I love that feeling that takes you back to a time and place. I guess I naively try to create music that is conceived in the old skool period but born in the new age. I do like trying to always express myself and add my own technique and flavour to move music in the right direction without displacing it to a point of no return to its golden era."</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Sion Vesill's dedication to his craft and love for the authenticity of old-school hip-hop shine through in "Old Skool New Skool." Teaming up with Crypt, a rising star in the viral rap scene, the duo brings an unparalleled energy and skillset to the track. G Lox's production elevates the song to new heights, infusing it with contemporary elements while still honouring the classic hip-hop sound.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">The release of "Old Skool New Skool'' marks yet another milestone in Sion Vesill's illustrious career. Known for his impeccable flow, thought-provoking lyricism, and distinct style, Sion Vesill has garnered a dedicated following and critical acclaim within the hip-hop community.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">"Old Skool New Skool'' is a testament to Sion Vesill's passion for creating music that resonates with listeners across generations. The track's infectious beats and potent verses are sure to captivate fans of both old-school and new-school hip-hop alike.</p>
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</p>Elizmi Haze (@ElizmiOfficial) f/ Clarky (@Clarkyofficial_) - "Sunshine"tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-08-25:3435403:BlogPost:2625562023-08-25T20:22:52.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p style="text-align: center;">Introducing "Sunshine," Elizmi's latest single<br></br>"Sunshine" radiates the essence of summer love, an ode to a season filled with unforgettable moments of…</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Introducing "Sunshine," Elizmi's latest single<br/>"Sunshine" radiates the essence of summer love, an ode to a season filled with unforgettable moments of affection and revelry. Departing from Elizmi's customary lyrical depth, this track embodies carefree joy, encapsulating a summer romance that teeters between fleeting fun and the potential for something more profound. In its current form, it encapsulates the spontaneity of two souls serendipitously intertwining, creating memorable experiences with no immediate certainty of their trajectory.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Enter Clarky, whose feature rap artistry adds a layer of dynamism, enriching the atmosphere of this sun-soaked anthem. The synergy between Elizmi's melodies and Clarky's verses elevates "Sunshine" into a captivating summer tune that encapsulates the exhilaration of the season.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Twitter: @ElizmiOfficial (<a href="https://twitter.com/ElizmiOfficial">https://twitter.com/ElizmiOfficial</a>) @Clarkyofficial_ (<a href="https://twitter.com/Clarkyofficial_">https://twitter.com/Clarkyofficial_</a>)<br/>IG: @elizmiofficial (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/elizmiofficial/">https://www.instagram.com/elizmiofficial/</a>)</p>Producer Kasey Phillips collaborates with Ciara on New EP Ci Ci Signaling the Next Wave of Precision Productionstag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-08-22:3435403:BlogPost:2624492023-08-22T19:48:01.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span>Kasey Phillips is the entrepreneurial and creative force behind Precision Productions, the number one production company in Trinidad. He's the son of esteemed producer Kenny Phillips and got his start producing music when he was only ten years old. Phillips has used these decades…</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span>Kasey Phillips is the entrepreneurial and creative force behind Precision Productions, the number one production company in Trinidad. He's the son of esteemed producer Kenny Phillips and got his start producing music when he was only ten years old. Phillips has used these decades of experience to transform the Caribbean and Soca landscapes with his vision and he's excited to share his expertise with the urban market. </span></p>
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<div style="text-align: center;">Since moving to Los Angeles, Kasey Phillips has worked with renowned artists including <span>Chris Brown, Lil Baby, and Big Freedia to bring their dreams to fruition. He produced the newly released EP from the one and only Ciara entitled <i>Ci Ci. </i>"How We Roll" ft. Chris Brown was produced by Phillips and debuted at #9 on </span><span>Billboard's Hot R&B Songs chart. Making an impressive entrance into the mainstream with his latest project alongside Ciara, Kasey Phillips is more than ready to take Precision Productions to the next level. </span></div>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><font color="#000000">Phillips has been recognized for his work in business and music with multiple awards. He's been named the </font><span>EY Entrepreneur of the Year</span><span> and honored with </span><span>a Soul Train Music Award for Best International Performance. Now located in Los Angeles, Kasey Phillips is at the epicenter of the mainstream market. His work on <i>Ci Ci </i>is just the beginning for Phillips. </span></div>
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<div><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><span>Keep up with Kasey Phillips (Precision Productions):</span></p>
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</div>Kevin Ross feat. Eric Bellinger - "Ready For It"tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-08-06:3435403:BlogPost:2621982023-08-06T21:03:06.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p>R&B artist Kevin Ross releases the new single "Ready For It" featuring Eric Bellinger. "Ready For It" is the first single from Kevin Ross' highly-anticipated Midnight Microdose Vol. 2 EP.</p>
<p>“I just wanted to make a bop that wasn’t completely toxic. Men can still be clear in their intentions for love without it being perceived as soft or…</p>
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<p>R&B artist Kevin Ross releases the new single "Ready For It" featuring Eric Bellinger. "Ready For It" is the first single from Kevin Ross' highly-anticipated Midnight Microdose Vol. 2 EP.</p>
<p>“I just wanted to make a bop that wasn’t completely toxic. Men can still be clear in their intentions for love without it being perceived as soft or corny,” adds Kevin Ross. "Ready For It" interlaces a wanderlust, romantic guitar riff that swims beneath a sea of pulsating beats. Kevin Ross lights up the track with his magnetic charm, adding to the track's reverberant warmth. Eric Bellinger and Kevin Ross contribute layers of vocal depth with crystal clarity and ethereal harmonies that serendipitously bounce off one another for a daring, love struck R&B hit.</p>
<p>"Ready For It" ft. Eric Bellinger follows Kevin Ross' Billboard Top 10 R&B Airplay charting songs "Look My Way" and "Sweet Release", both of which broke multiple records in the R&B genre. Kevin Ross continues to champion R&B - as the first ever independent artist to break two singles in the Top 20 on Billboard's Adult R&B Airplay at the same time, and with singles consistently charting in Top 20 R&B radio for over a year long streak, all eyes are on Kevin Ross as he prepares for the release of his forthcoming EP Midnight Microdose Vol. 2.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">LA-based R&B meets pop powerhouse Darius Martin releases the new single "Secrets". "Secrets" is an intoxicating fusion of island vibes and sultry R&B, creating a track that's as tropical as it is tantalizing. The song instantly captures the listener's attention, exuding a pulsating rhythm that irresistibly begs you…</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">LA-based R&B meets pop powerhouse Darius Martin releases the new single "Secrets". "Secrets" is an intoxicating fusion of island vibes and sultry R&B, creating a track that's as tropical as it is tantalizing. The song instantly captures the listener's attention, exuding a pulsating rhythm that irresistibly begs you to the dancefloor.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Darius Martin blends his experience growing up in vast desert landscapes from El Paso, Texas to Alamogordo, New Mexico into his music. Now based in Los Angeles, he blends this wild and desolate search for meaning from his roots with a newfound sense of wonder and stimulation. Darius Martin has received acclaim from the likes of Earmilk, Allhiphop, ThisisRNB and more.<iframe src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/0osAZcmlMT8PqH30keWM0q?utm_source=generator" width="100%" height="352" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
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<p dir="ltr"></p>Darius Martin - "Bottles"tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-07-27:3435403:BlogPost:2619972023-07-27T10:03:09.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p>LA-based R&B meets pop artist Darius Martin releases the new single "Bottles". Known for his sublime beats and rich melodic vocals, Martin encompasses the ear in a lush fantasy from the moment you press play. The single was born in a studio session from a freestyle and has since evolved into a crystal-cut club anthem that ignites imagination with…</p>
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<p>LA-based R&B meets pop artist Darius Martin releases the new single "Bottles". Known for his sublime beats and rich melodic vocals, Martin encompasses the ear in a lush fantasy from the moment you press play. The single was born in a studio session from a freestyle and has since evolved into a crystal-cut club anthem that ignites imagination with lavish tales of breathtaking blowouts over pristine beats.</p>
<p>Darius Martin blends his experience growing up in vast desert landscapes from El Paso, Texas to Alamogordo, New Mexico into his music. Now based in Los Angeles, he blends this wild and desolate search for meaning from his roots with a newfound sense of wonder and stimulation. Darius Martin has received acclaim from the likes of Earmilk, Allhiphop, ThisisRNB and more.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Platinum award-winning artist Twin Hector has released a new single, "Genie," alongside full-length album, What A Time To Be Alive II. Undulating between the soft waves of hip-hop, R&B, soul and pop, Twin Hector has delivered a collection of scintillating and exquisite songs that really connect with the innermost…</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Platinum award-winning artist Twin Hector has released a new single, "Genie," alongside full-length album, What A Time To Be Alive II. Undulating between the soft waves of hip-hop, R&B, soul and pop, Twin Hector has delivered a collection of scintillating and exquisite songs that really connect with the innermost emotions.The album showcases Twin's multi-dimensional approach to music under hyper-imaginative settings, glamorous vignettes of a party lifestyle, and ethereal interludes of intense romance.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">"Genie" is a kickback anthem laced with notes of budding flirtation over subliminal, dream-like beats. Twin Hector confides, "The song 'Genie' came together from a lifestyle of grown up fun. Being aware; a student of my environment and real life scenarios I find myself in." Over a decadent storm of rhythms, deep plunges of percussion, and fantasy-filled sonics, Twin Hector will lure you inside his world with a pristine vocal cut from raw experience.<iframe src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/album/0OZWtjb6FJ08F39z1VaUUg?utm_source=generator" width="100%" height="352" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Keep Up With Twin Hector:<br/><a href="https://www.instagram.com/twinhectorofficial/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">INSTAGRAM</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@twinhectorofficial" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TIKTOK</a></p>Kevin Ross - "Don’t Pretend" (Acoustic Version)tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-06-18:3435403:BlogPost:2617742023-06-18T10:38:04.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p>Kevin Ross is sweeping the Billboard Radio charts on a record-breaking streak as R&B’s most esteemed artist to watch this year. His latest EP Midnight Microdose Vol. 1 is a sensuous paradise that fully immerses the listener in a kaleidoscope of wonder. Ross' new acoustic version of the EP’s closing track “Don’t Pretend”, premiered exclusively on…</p>
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<p>Kevin Ross is sweeping the Billboard Radio charts on a record-breaking streak as R&B’s most esteemed artist to watch this year. His latest EP Midnight Microdose Vol. 1 is a sensuous paradise that fully immerses the listener in a kaleidoscope of wonder. Ross' new acoustic version of the EP’s closing track “Don’t Pretend”, premiered exclusively on BET Soul, will leave you reeling with heart-racing emotion.</p>
<p>Kevin Ross’ acoustic take on “Don’t Pretend” was filmed in a dreamy, soft-hued bedroom under the sparkle of a big city skyline. Lit in a violet glow of muted elegance, Kevin Ross stuns his audience with a stripped-down version of his earth-shaking closing track. The acoustic version of “Don’t Pretend” features a saccharine guitar riff that mingles with Kevin Ross’ uncut vocal, creating an ambiance of warmth and an intrinsic feel of acceptance; it’s like you're right there in the room with him. “Don’t Pretend” recalls memories Ross holds sacred and the acoustic version allows Kevin Ross to dive in even deeper.</p>
<p>Midnight Microdose Vol. 1 is his latest release under his artist owned label Art Society Music Group (AMG) / EMPIRE, preceding his upcoming Vol. 2 and full-length. The EP includes singles "Show & Prove" and record-breaking song "Look My Way", which is currently climbing at #10 on Billboard's Adult R&B Airplay Chart, #1 on Sirius XM's Heart & Soul and has received acclaim from Vibe, Rated R&B, Lyrical Lemonade, Spotify's NMF, R&B Weekly, Apple's Brown Sugar amongst many others.</p>
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<p>Listen to Midnight Microdose Vol. 1<br/><a href="https://music.empi.re/midnightmicrodose">https://music.empi.re/midnightmicrodose</a></p>
<p>Twitter: @kevinrossmusic</p>Coline Creuzot - "Hearts Don't Break Even" (EP)tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-06-16:3435403:BlogPost:2619002023-06-16T19:33:50.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p>Houston born and bred 3X Billboard charting R&B artist Coline Creuzot has released the new EP. Entitled Hearts Don't Break Even, the project is a sensually imaginative and vividly retrospective sunset drive through the highs and lows of romantic relationships.</p>
<p>A whirlwind of ethereal harmonies that fill you with butterflies collide over an…</p>
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<p>Houston born and bred 3X Billboard charting R&B artist Coline Creuzot has released the new EP. Entitled Hearts Don't Break Even, the project is a sensually imaginative and vividly retrospective sunset drive through the highs and lows of romantic relationships.</p>
<p>A whirlwind of ethereal harmonies that fill you with butterflies collide over an array of soul-striking beats and serendipitous sonics. Creuzot's vocal is a beacon of grace as she expresses acceptance for her lost love while finding strength and independence within herself. Hearts Don't Break Even will move you toward a state of reflection with language that strikes the chord of being human and instrumentals that transcend the surface of reality.</p>
<p>Ebony Magazine was right to call Creuzot an “artist at the forefront”. Creuzot is a 3X Billboard charting artist and has received high acclaim from Rolling Stone, BET, Ladygunn, Essence, Earmilk, and VIBE to name a few.<iframe src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/album/73WlCzGgx0pKJaSybO004k?utm_source=generator" width="100%" height="352" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
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<p>Twitter: @ColineCreuzot</p>Flyana Boss - "Make It A Double" (EP)tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-06-16:3435403:BlogPost:2617672023-06-16T19:13:00.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p style="text-align: center;">Flyana Boss is back again on a recurring streak with their hip-hop girlboss bangers. Get a taste of their new EP Make It A Double featuring baddie bounce anthem “You Wish” and their candy-dipped female empowerment track “Trashboi”. This best friend duo keeps raising the stakes with every release, and with recent viral…</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Flyana Boss is back again on a recurring streak with their hip-hop girlboss bangers. Get a taste of their new EP Make It A Double featuring baddie bounce anthem “You Wish” and their candy-dipped female empowerment track “Trashboi”. This best friend duo keeps raising the stakes with every release, and with recent viral traction on TikTok, there’s no better time to join the Flyana Boss movement.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Make It A Double is an unabashed slap in the face of unfiltered lyricism laced tight over brain-tickling beats. The EP celebrates Juneteenth and the powerful lineage behind Bobbi Lanea and Folayan Kunerede. Drawing inspiration and finding identity in female leaders including Cleopatra, Harriet Tubman, Michelle Obama, and Beyoncé, Flyana Boss is here to remind black women of their intrinsic greatness.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Flyana Boss has received high acclaim from the likes of Live Nation's Ones To Watch and Earmilk to name a few. The multi-instrumentalist besties met in college over a sacred bond of exchanging verses over Youtube beats, now evolving into their final form as Flyana Boss. With a hilariously infectious presence on TikTok (reaching a collective of over 2.5M likes), this duo is building momentum with a historic release.<iframe src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/album/04xgq5VLo2p35E09kdKCWv?utm_source=generator" width="100%" height="352" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
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<p>Twitter: @flyanaboss</p>Nando STL - "Y.O.T.A." (Album)tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-05-22:3435403:BlogPost:2617162023-05-22T18:56:33.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p style="text-align: center;">St. Louis rapper Nando STL released his debut project Y.O.T.A or ‘Year of the Ape’ today via Nappy Boy Entertainment. The 10-track body of work, almost entirely produced by PDUB (Da Baby, Tory Lanez, John Legend, Kirk Franklin), features guest appearances by Nappy Boy label-head T-Pain, STL legend Nelly + more, and was…</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">St. Louis rapper Nando STL released his debut project Y.O.T.A or ‘Year of the Ape’ today via Nappy Boy Entertainment. The 10-track body of work, almost entirely produced by PDUB (Da Baby, Tory Lanez, John Legend, Kirk Franklin), features guest appearances by Nappy Boy label-head T-Pain, STL legend Nelly + more, and was mastered by Darwin at Chicago’s Classik Studios. Recently released singles “Weakdays”, “Loud” and the title track “Y.O.T.A” featuring T-Pain and Young Cash, are all found on the release. ‘Y.O.T.A’ is available everywhere now.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">In time for mental health awareness month, the soul-felt project highlights themes of mental health. With lyrics like “Imma throw a smile on and crack jokes all the way home, and then I’ll tuck my kids in and go and cry alone…,” on tracks like “Weakdays,” Nando shares thought-filled, internal commentary on his struggle with depression while faking happiness as he navigates life’s challenges.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Alongside his new music, Nando has been on tour with T-Pain, supporting select dates across his nationwide run, with additional ongoing (unannounced) dates through mid-July.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">With Y.O.T.A., Nando is cementing his spot among hip-hop’s new regime of newcomers.“This year I wanted to do something totally different than what I've ever done as an artist,” said NandoSTL. With his new label home and forthcoming body of work, Nando STL is poised to be a 2023 ‘Artist To Watch’.<iframe src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/album/2oHecO7fOIxGcNRsYUWMuY?utm_source=generator" width="100%" height="352" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
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<p>Twitter: @NandoSTL</p>Kevin Ross - "First Dose"tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-05-01:3435403:BlogPost:2614062023-05-01T19:48:28.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p>Chart-topping R&B artist Kevin Ross is thrilled to announce the release of his new single, "First Dose," from his eagerly awaited EP Midnight Microdose Vol 1.</p>
<p>Set to launch on May 26, 2023, through Art Society Music Group (AMG) / EMPIRE, Midnight Microdose Vol 1 promises to captivate fans with its soulful sound and thought-provoking…</p>
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<p>Chart-topping R&B artist Kevin Ross is thrilled to announce the release of his new single, "First Dose," from his eagerly awaited EP Midnight Microdose Vol 1.</p>
<p>Set to launch on May 26, 2023, through Art Society Music Group (AMG) / EMPIRE, Midnight Microdose Vol 1 promises to captivate fans with its soulful sound and thought-provoking lyrics. Midnight Microdose Vol 1 serves as a prelude to the subsequent Vol 2, both of which will culminate in the full-length album Midnight Microdose, slated for release this year.</p>
<p>With "First Dose," listeners can expect a taste of the enchanting melodies and powerful storytelling that have propelled Kevin Ross to the forefront of the R&B scene.”First Dose" serves as a tantalizing taste of Ross’ fully immersive, comprehensive five-course sound. As listeners are drawn into a mesmerizing daydream, Ross’ hypnotic voiceover kicks off the journey and lures the listener through the stratosphere and into the uncharted. Over fleeting, high-flying beats, dreamy decadent piano, and a resonance of serene vocals haunted by electric reverb, Kevin Ross enchants and entices us with an alluring invitation.</p>
<p>The lyrics linger as Kevin Ross sings, "Take what you need from me."</p>
<p>Through sheer creative marvel, Kevin Ross embodies the elation of fresh starts and the excitement of the initial taste through a savory sonic listening experience that envelops the listener in a silky cocoon of pure imaginative wonder and an intoxicating haven of transformative bliss.</p>
<p>The debut of "First Dose" comes on the heels of the singles "Show & Prove" and Billboard Charting "Look My Way." The forthcoming fresh EP ushers in an innovative phase, featuring a well-crafted sequence of musical snippets. Ross shares,“‘First Dose’ sets the tone for the whole project. I am always told how short my songs are, so I decided to play into that by creating a project with this theme.”</p>
<p>Moreover, Kevin Ross has created his "Introludes" playlist to commemorate the launch of his latest single, "First Dose." The intros from Kevin Ross have consistently been captivating icebreakers, garnering millions of listens. “Introludes” represents Ross' approach to consolidating the enchanting charm of introductory audio sequences into a single collection for his listeners to enjoy.<iframe src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/album/5rRIVm5yYIElr8oHXtdCeU?utm_source=generator" width="100%" height="352" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
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<p>Pre-Save Midnight Microdose Vol 1 <a href="https://music.empi.re/midnightmicrodose" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Here</a></p>
<p>Watch the Midnight Microdose Teaser Trailer <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_OEKzB87FM&feature=youtu.be" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Here</a></p>Flyana Boss - "Vitamin FB" (EP)tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-04-30:3435403:BlogPost:2612172023-04-30T09:15:58.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p style="text-align: center;">Get ready to crank the AC after listening to Flyana Boss' sizzling new project Vitamin FB. This truly one of a kind best friend hip-hop duo knows how to create friction like no other with impromptu humor artfully coiled with dynamic, hard-hitting beats. The two-track EP features "Hot Tea" and "Fondue", which will have you…</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Get ready to crank the AC after listening to Flyana Boss' sizzling new project Vitamin FB. This truly one of a kind best friend hip-hop duo knows how to create friction like no other with impromptu humor artfully coiled with dynamic, hard-hitting beats. The two-track EP features "Hot Tea" and "Fondue", which will have you burning up from start to finish. Vitamin FB will have your whole body shaking with bounce house percussion, slithering beats, and vocals that are addictively playful and cleverly orchestrated.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Vitamin FB will get you out of your funk and into the frying pan with heat-inducing sonics. Flyana Boss admits, “This month we’re releasing Vitamin FB! Listening to this project is a sure-fire way to increase your fly and reduce your stress. (Side effects may include, an inflated ego, a strong sense of self, and a lack of fucks to give)”</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Flyana Boss is a best friend duo based out of LA that has gone viral on Tik Tok, receiving acclaim from the likes of Ones to Watch, Earmilk, New Music Buzz, The Honey Pop amongst many others.<iframe src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/album/4FVSKPqgf9Qq6CkxJWUza4?utm_source=generator" width="100%" height="352" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Twitter: @flyanaboss</p>Darius Martin feat. Story. - "Options"tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-04-28:3435403:BlogPost:2611252023-04-28T20:42:35.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Los Angeles based R&B meets pop artist Darius Martin releases the new single and video for "Options"</span><span>.</span> <span>“Options” features enigmatic R&B artist Story., and instantly pulls the listener in with a smooth hook and enticing lyrics. Poking holes in the overstimulation of modern romance, Darius confides, "…</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Los Angeles based R&B meets pop artist Darius Martin releases the new single and video for "Options"</span><span>.</span> <span>“Options” features enigmatic R&B artist Story., and instantly pulls the listener in with a smooth hook and enticing lyrics. Poking holes in the overstimulation of modern romance, Darius confides, " it's a</span> record that speaks to dating in a social media driven world. Both men and women are <b>constantly bombarded with dating options on the gram."</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Over dreamy beats and lavish cascades of piano,</span> <span>Darius</span> <span>Martin</span> <span>captains the track with rich textural vocals.</span> <span>The track is brimming with energy, hitting all the dopamine centers with iridescent sonics and decadent lyrics. T</span><span>he accompanying music video is sublimely sensual, with shots of</span> <span>Darius</span> <span>Martin serenading his love interest over a massage table, riding side by side in a sports car, and dancing through the hallways of a luxurious mansion.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><font face="arial, sans-serif"><span>Writing about the <b>beauty and struggles found in life</b>, Darius Martin aims to connect with his listeners on a deep level and takes</span> <span>from real life experiences and contrasting perspectives to highlight “the good, bad, and in between."</span></font> <span>After getting his degree from the Los Angeles Film Institute,</span> <span>Darius</span> <span>Martin took to the recording studio to begin creating his sonic world. An abstract thinker, Martin toes the line of genre between hip-hop, alt R&B, and undertones of pop. “Options Ft. Story.” is his latest release, further immersing his audience in his imaginative universe.</span></p>
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</p>Nappy Boy Ent.'s Nando STL Releases "Weakdays" Single + Videotag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-04-24:3435403:BlogPost:2608002023-04-24T20:00:40.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p style="text-align: center;">St. Louis rapper Nando STL released his new single “Weakdays” today via Nappy Boy Entertainment. The Pdub-produced track is found on Y.O.T.A, Nando’s first project with Nappy Boy set for release in May. “Weakdays” is available everywhere now, watch the video HERE.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">With lyrics like “Imma…</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">St. Louis rapper Nando STL released his new single “Weakdays” today via Nappy Boy Entertainment. The Pdub-produced track is found on Y.O.T.A, Nando’s first project with Nappy Boy set for release in May. “Weakdays” is available everywhere now, watch the video HERE.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">With lyrics like “Imma throw a smile on and crack jokes all the way home, and then I’ll tuck my kids in and go and cry alone…” Nando shares thought-filled, internal commentary on his struggle with depression while faking happiness as he navigates life’s challenges. He’s joined by his kids in the introspective visual, also released today. “Weakdays” is the follow-up to lead single “Loud”, and the titular track “Y.O.T.A” featuring T-Pain and Young Cash, all found on the forthcoming project.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Alongside his new music, Nando has been on tour with Nappy Boy Entertainment label-head, Tpain, supporting select dates across his nationwide run including Salisbury, MD on April 28th, Oneonta, NY on the 29th, with additional ongoing (unannounced) dates through mid-July.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">With Y.O.TA (meaning Year of The Ape), Nando is cementing his spot among hip-hop’s new regime of newcomers. “This year I wanted to do something totally different than what I've ever done as an artist,” said NandoSTL. With his new label home and forthcoming body of work, Nando STL is poised to be a 2023 ‘Artist <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/YpYl_s8UWFk?wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Twitter: @NandoSTL</p>Cookiee Kawaii - "Club Soda Vol. 3." (Mixtape)tag:hoodillustrated.ning.com,2023-04-09:3435403:BlogPost:2609742023-04-09T20:26:21.000ZSamhoodyhttp://hoodillustrated.ning.com/profile/Samhoody34
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<p style="text-align: center;">Cookiee Kawaii - "Club Soda Vol. 3." (Mixtape)</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Get ready to be blown away by the electrifying Queer Jersey Club music phenomenon, Cookiee Kawaii, and her new mixtape album Club Soda Vol. 3.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">With Cookiee having the biggest sweet tooth in the game, Club…</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Cookiee Kawaii - "Club Soda Vol. 3." (Mixtape)</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Get ready to be blown away by the electrifying Queer Jersey Club music phenomenon, Cookiee Kawaii, and her new mixtape album Club Soda Vol. 3.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">With Cookiee having the biggest sweet tooth in the game, Club Soda Vol. 3 is giving exactly what it’s supposed to! This Jersey Club Music masterpiece keeps the party goin’. From "Pretty Girl" to "Zaza", Cookiee overlays banging tracks with lyrical tales of ladies loving ladies and living life to the fullest. Once again, she continues to be who she’s always been: artistically and authentically free.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">The focus track "Candy" reels us into an entanglement of high-key seduction. From sugary-sweet lyrics to the playful melody with a hip hop edge, trust, you will yearn for more! Perhaps it is the seamless transition from serenely suggestive to intoxicatingly salacious that arouses even the most reserved. Or could it be that every "gimme that" hits the spot just right? Like yeah, right there, in a way that we can’t help but run the track back again and again. Gimme that. All of that Candy....</p>
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<p>Twitter: @cookieekawaii</p>