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The Hated Crew to Release Highly Anticipated Album “DNA” June 5th

More than just another project, DNA represents the core identity of The Hated Crew—its influences, struggles, sound, and artistic vision woven together into one cohesive body of work. The title itself reflects the idea that music is embedded in the group’s very makeup. Every track explores the elements that form their musical “genetic code”:…

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Cole Lumpkin Moves With the Music, Letting Life Shape Every Note

Cole Lumpkin doesn’t create from a distance. He creates from inside the moment. As a New York City native, his artistry reflects motion, curiosity, and constant self-interrogation. Music for Lumpkin isn’t something you step into once everything is figured out. It’s something you carry with you, refine on the move, and allow to grow alongside…

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Added by Boss on March 2, 2026 at 10:15pm — No Comments

“They Tried to Bury Me” — Wadena Drops ‘Bum Busta’ With Grammy Winner Zaytoven After Decade-Long Industry Feud, Brain Injury Recovery & Father’s Death

As Black History Month closes and Women’s History Month begins, a comeback story rooted in resilience, loss, and legacy is unfolding.

The industry might want to pay…

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Added by Boss on February 26, 2026 at 8:06pm — No Comments

HoodTrophy Bino Drops Highly Anticipated Video “The Real”

Hip hop force HoodTrophy Bino is blurring the lines between viral internet moments and cinematic art with his new music video for “The Real.” The video, produced by Ordinary Visions, features a shocking…

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Added by Boss on February 20, 2026 at 4:29pm — No Comments

The Daughters of Dolemite Premiere Marks Rudy Ray Moore’s 99th Birthday and the Dolemite Film Franchise Relaunch

In celebration of what would have been his 99th birthday, the independent feature "The Daughters of Dolemite" will debut with a special advance preview screening March 17 and 18…

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Added by Boss on February 17, 2026 at 8:44pm — No Comments

King Chad Delivers Love and Legacy with New Valentine’s Day Album “Time Never Falters”

In a move that’s already got fans buzzing, King Chad has announced the release of his newest studio album, …

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Added by Boss on February 14, 2026 at 5:09pm — No Comments

Sentury Release Highly Anticipated Single “Forever (Acoustic)”

Houston-based chart-topping R&B group Sentury return with “Forever (Acoustic),” a new …

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Added by Boss on February 1, 2026 at 8:04pm — No Comments

T-Jxint Channels That West Coast Energy on New Single “BUSS IT”

Rising independent artist T-Jxint (pronounced “T Joint”) is carving out his own lane with a sound built on raw confidence, infectious melodies, and viral-ready energy. First…

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Added by Boss on January 27, 2026 at 10:44pm — No Comments

Hoodtrophy Bino Joins Cast of Now That’s TV’s ‘Deja Vu’ Alongside Gucci Mane

Rising Los Angeles bred, Miami based rapper Hoodtrophy Bino continues his rapid ascent with a major expansion into television, joining the cast of Now That’s TV’s new reality series ‘Deja Vu’, alongside cultural…

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Added by Boss on January 14, 2026 at 7:25pm — No Comments

Reformed Gangster Disciple Leader Harold “Noonie G” Ward Returns to Chicago’s Most Notorious Neighborhood in Fourth Book, Altgeld

In a new South Side Chicago–based novel, former gang boss Harold “Noonie G” Ward explores the hard truth that leaving the block doesn’t mean the block leaves…

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Added by Boss on January 13, 2026 at 7:47pm — No Comments

OmaYe Releases Captivating New EP “17EEN”

Starting crisp, his freshman year in 2026. Dropping his first EP, “17EEN” to hit the airways and distributed on all platforms. However, OmaYe is far from a…

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Added by Boss on January 12, 2026 at 1:47pm — No Comments

D’Vo The Codex Turns Hip-Hop Into an Anime Battleground for Faith, Truth, and Spiritual War​

Hip-hop has always carried tension, but D’Vo The Codex turns that tension into an anime-driven battleground. His latest release, THE CODEX: KINGDOM COME, fuses…

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Added by Boss on January 4, 2026 at 9:16pm — No Comments

Breezy BRG Drops Highly Anticipated EP “F ‘Em Up”

Billboard-charting hip-hop/pop artist and songwriter Breezy BRG is back with her banging rap…

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Added by Boss on January 3, 2026 at 10:31pm — No Comments

From Concept to Screen: Macdonthefifth’s Video “Praise” Delivers Powerful Message

Macdonthefifth aka Mac Don recently released his highly anticipated single titled “Praise”. Mac Don is a popular MC from Queens, New York who has definitely had his day in the sun throughout his music…

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Added by Boss on January 3, 2026 at 8:44pm — No Comments

Dalt’n Clark Drops Captivating New Single “Say U Will”

Dalt’n Clark is an artist out of West Georgia, raised between Paulding and Carroll County. With roots in church choirs and school chorus, music has always been a part of his…

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Mosberg Banga Drops New Hit Single “Wanted it All” ft. Bezel

Mosberg Banga is back with his most impactful release yet, The Theory—a project that’s as raw and unfiltered as the streets that…

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Added by Boss on December 25, 2025 at 9:20pm — No Comments

HariRoc Drops The Curtain: Debut Artist Album ‘Nvr Dropping’ Hits December 26, 2025

Atlanta-based producer HariRoc steps forward as a solo artist with debut album Nvr Dropping.

ATLANTA, GA – HariRoc, a name Atlanta’s music scene knows well, is finally stepping out from behind the boards and into the spotlight with his debut artist album, ‘NVR Dropping.’ For years, HariRoc’s been…

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Added by Boss on December 24, 2025 at 7:49pm — No Comments

Sentury’s “Forever” Lands on Billboard’s Top R&B Songs of 2025

R&B chart topping group Sentury continue their Billboard run as “Forever” climbs to #13 on the R&B Airplay chart and lands on Billboard’s Top R&B Songs of 2025! The track’s…

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Added by Boss on December 17, 2025 at 10:04pm — No Comments

Introducing El 9iño: A Unique Voice in Music

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Added by Boss on December 8, 2025 at 12:04am — No Comments

From NYC to MIA

Steven Hall, the creative force behind Remix Kingz, is stepping into a bold new chapter with his groundbreaking community-focused movement, Traffik N Sex. Known for shaping dynamic sounds and elevating rising talent, Steven continues to make waves through impactful music and innovative outreach. With the movement gaining momentum,…

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Added by Boss on December 3, 2025 at 11:34pm — No Comments

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