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From Liberia To Philly The Rise Of IAmYungReef

Born in Monrovia, Liberia, and raised in the vibrant streets of Philadelphia, PA, Sheriff Menjoy — better known by his stage name IAmYungReef — has crafted a musical journey rooted in authenticity, passion, and resilience. From the early age of twelve, he found a deep connection to…

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DownTown Mystic Delivers a Tranquil Journey with “The Wish – Sound Spa Mix”

DownTown Mystic, a name synonymous with cinematic songwriting and roots-rock authenticity, takes an unexpected—and refreshingly soothing—turn with The Wish – Sound Spa Mix. Known…

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Breezy BRG Steals Hearts With Her Latest Release “Change Your Ways”

The Beautiful Pop and Hip Hop Princess delivered a heartfelt, captivating, masterpiece with her new single, showing her fans her soft side. While…

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Hybrid Collapse Releases Captivating New Album “Biopolitics”

Hybrid Collapse is a boundary-blurring audiovisual AI project that fuses electronic music, generated visuals, and critical theory into a single…

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DaWeirdo & Freddie Gibbs Team Up on “Brothers”: A Powerful New Chapter in Hip-Hop Storytelling

Chicago’s own DaWeirdo, also known as “No Face McKinney,” is making waves in the music world once again—this time alongside Grammy-nominated rapper Freddie Gibbs. Their new single “Brothers” is more than a track—it’s a gripping narrative, wrapped in gritty production and fearless authenticity.





From Englewood’s streets to the national stage, DaWeirdo’s journey is all about turning pain into power. Inspired by legends like Kanye West and André 3000,… Continue

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LED Releases Captivating New Single “GANGSTALK”

LED is a rising artist based in Fort Worth, TX who just…

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Legacy Carved in Spirit: The Weight of Greatness on Young Sage’s Shoulders

Some artists chase success to escape their past. Young Sage creates from a place of honoring it. His family is built on musical brilliance—legends in the making and legacies already etched in memory. When his uncle, the late MO3, passed away, it didn’t just leave a void. It lit a fire in Sage’s spirit. He knew then…

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What Happens After You Drop the Song? A Look at Post-Release Strategy with CTRL Music Group

For most independent artists, dropping a new song feels like the finish line. After weeks or months of writing, recording, mixing, and creating visuals, the moment the track goes live feels like a huge accomplishment. And it is. But in reality, that release day is not the end of the process. It is the beginning.

What happens after you drop the…

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Tee Lo - 2 Cup Sipper (Music Video)

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Houston’s PA The Writer Releases ‘We The Nupes’ Remix Featuring Clay James, Dawn.Mula, Larry Jr., Ricardo P, Abu Da Don, And Outtaspace

Due to the recent success of PA The Writer’s viral single ‘We The Nupes’ which has garnered over 150,000 streams on all digital streaming platforms, PA decided to release a Remix featuring some of his fraternity brothers from all around the country. This was a genius move especially since the song is meant to be a tribute to his fraternity Kappa Alpha Psi. Atlanta rising star Clay…
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Added by Tampa Mystic on April 20, 2025 at 9:23pm — No Comments

Kee Nola Releases Anticipated Single "Next Best Friend"





​Kee Nola’s latest single, “Next Best Friend,” delves into the intricate dynamics of friendship and unspoken affection. The track narrates the internal conflict of harboring deeper feelings for a close friend while maintaining the façade of platonic camaraderie. Through introspective lyrics and emotive…

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Makola Unveils Visualiser for “Stone Roses”

Makola brings their latest single Stone Roses to life with a powerful new visualiser—capturing the raw emotion, nostalgia, and chaos that define the track.

Set in the gritty backdrop of London, Stone Roses tells the story of two working-class underdogs, bonded by survival, music, football, girls, and unruly behaviour. With no real guidance and…

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Artist Feature The Rise of Jay Q: Real Emotion, Real Music

Jay Q is a new name with a timeless voice. Born Jason Allen Quinn…

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DonBO From The Texas Streets To The Booth Keeping It Real With Every Bar

Straight out of Texas, DonBO real name Damien Hood is an artist with a deep connection to the music he makes. Influenced by the sounds he grew up around and driven by personal losses and family motivation, DonBO blends drill and player music into a…

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Flex-C Is Writing His Legacy In Real Time

From the streets of Pennsylvania to playlists across the country, Flex-C…

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Nostalgia to New: The OMG Girlz Return with Their Latest Single "Make A Scene"

The popular girl group, The OMG Girlz, is back and better than ever with their highly anticipated new single, "Make A Scene". With their new single, The OMG Girlz…
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20Xll New Single “Give It To Ya”

Pop artist 20XII is excited to release her new single, “Give It To Ya. “The track promises to captivate audiences with its powerful and fresh perspective. It is now available on…

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Added by Boss on April 15, 2025 at 10:00pm — No Comments

Ves Turns Pain Into Power on New Single “Voices”

Philadelphia artist Ves bares his soul on his latest single "Voices," released October 3, 2024, under Pull Over Style. Produced and engineered by Travis, The Producer, the track is a raw reflection of Ves’s darkest moments—dealing with personal struggles and broken family dynamics. “At the time, I was in a very dark place in my life,” Ves…

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G Swiss – “New York Connection” ft. Ty Nitty

Rapper G Swiss releases hot new single “New York Connection” featuring Ty Nitty from the iconic group Infamous Mobb Deep/Love & Loyalty. This…

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ItsHoly & Big Homiie G Releases New Track "Picture Perfect"





Following the release of his Cool & Dre-collaboration "Bamboo," Cleveland crooner itsHOLY connects with Moneybagg Yo affiliate Big Homiie G for "Picture Perfect" via Lobel Music Group / Arkik Sounds.



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