Los Angeles based r&b singer Zak debuts a new funky jam Motown. The rising soul-driven sound artist is making noise across the West Coast with his Summer Jam Tour performing in Los Angeles, San Diego and Zak’s hometown San Francisco. He intrigued listeners in 2018 with his debut single, "The Wave", and returned again in 2019 with a charming spring time record, “Comin' Around", which was picked up on Spotify's Discover Weekly.…
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South Carolina-own Joey Bandz is an emerging singer/songwriter with the potential to become one of music's biggest new stars. He's equipped with creative lyrics, catchy vocals, and radio-friendly appeal. Today, we get the newest single by the fast-rising star called "DUI".
Intoxicating, "DUI" is a slick-talking melody by the new act. Receiving a lot of praise…
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Today, Vevo released Rick Ross live performances for Act A Fool and BIG TYME as the next artist in their new Ctrl series. Vevo’s Ctrl series highlights the work of hard-hitting, cutting-edge musicians making an impact in today’s music scene – both emerging and established. These artists demand attention, and Vevo’s Ctrl shines a deserving spotlight. Shot in Vevo’s Brooklyn studio, Ross’s performances will be followed by Ctrl sessions from Rapsody and more in the coming…
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Chicago rapper Loko Wit Tha Mask makes his music debut with the aggressive rap anthem TILT. The ferocious and fierce Katai directed visual features scenes with a pit bull, creepy clown masks, chainsaws and lots of rowdy behavior. This hard-hitting track was produced by Nez from Nez&Rio, who produced Schoolboy Q's hit 'Man of the Year.'
Look out for Loko's debut mixtape Loko Dillinger via Still Alive Entertainment this Fall.
Watch TILT below:…
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Ju$$ Wave has released his first project titled “Stayin Down” hosted by DJ Bandz. The project comes after releasing his singles “Pour A Pint” and “No Lease”. Born and raised in the Carolinas, rapper Ju$$ Wave says he is…
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Gangsta L keeps the new visuals coming as he drops off the latest for "Famous and Stainless" from his Drug War Veteran album. Directed by L.A Eyekon. Produced by…
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Atlanta businessman, Jain The Jeweler is back with a new freestyle called "My Ways," available on all streaming platforms. The beat was created by The UCMG producers, AYO n Keyz. Jain flexes witty punchlines and real life commentary on this track, that leaves you wanting to know more about the glamour and lifestyle of a jeweler. This is the 2nd release from Jain…
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ATAK teams up with Duct Tape Ent's Veli Sosa for their new music video called "Strange Shit." This is what it sounds like when you link West Denver's own Chico with East Atlanta Zone 6 OG. Produced by DJ Plugg.
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Today, Jae Mansa debuts a hypnotic trapped out jam called “Blessings” featuring “First Day Out” rapper Tee Grizzley and UK rapper SL on the hook. The song finds the group perfectly riding a celestial beat while they stay on their rap game hustle.
“We’re blessed to be in…
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Today South Central bred rapper Payso B releases his new single “Hot Boy.” With the release of the song he originally wrote last year, Payso B enters the “hot boy/hot girl” conversation in Los Angeles with a big feature from Lil Shacc, who was recently sentenced to 100 years in prison.
Combined with a vibrant merchandise line in which half of all…
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A passionate followup to his joint project, Can’t Speak On It, which Jacksonville rapper Yungeen Ace delivered earlier this Summer alongside JayDaYoungan, Chloe is a curated collection of songs Ace wrote and recorded for his girlfriend. In contrast to the wave of new age trap coming out of tucked-away hubs for music across the South, this project delves into a more intimate side of life for the young…
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Today, Jae Mansa debuts a hypnotic trapped out jam called “Blessings” featuring “First Day Out” rapper Tee Grizzley and UK rapper SL. The song finds the group perfectly riding a celestial beat while they stay on their rap game hustle. “Blessings” will be the first single from their upcoming…
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After the success of his latest single, "Nothing Gonna Stop Me", Florida recording artist Micky Mouth seizes the moment with a breakout follow-up, properly-titled, "V!be". Building anticipation for the highly-anticipated debut album, Micky Mouth gets creative on new effort.
On "V!be" Micky Mouth creates a unique mood that fans will gravitate to instantly with…
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Today rising singer/rapper Random Cochella delivers her new single, “George Jefferson” Ft. Big2daboy.…
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St. Louis native Major teams up with Jizzle Buckz for his new music video "The South." Produced by Ace Bankz. Directed by Vickmont Films.
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Today rapper Cam James releases his new single "Shoot" which is an infectious Summer anthem pushing women to make the first move and shoot their shot.
Rising from dorm rooms to major stages, culminating in selections for some of the largest national music festivals in the late 2010s (A3C '16, SXSW '17), Cam James has made great strides in a short period of time.
"It's a story from beginning to end," Cam James said. "We're capturing listeners from the jump and giving them a ride…
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