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Rooted in Tribe, Elevated Worldwide: Monaco Lauren’s “Amapiano Piano Essence” Awakens the Spiritual Heart of Amapiano
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[FRESH MUSIC]: James Artissen - Intimate Privacy (feat. Big Gipp)
Artist: James Artissen
Song: Intimate Privacy (feat. Big Gipp)
Genre: R&B/Soul, Hip-Hop
Label: Humble Sound Records
Listen:…
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[FRESH MUSIC]: James Artissen - Galaxy
Artist: James Artissen
Song: Galaxy
Genre: R&B/Soul, Pop, Electronic
Label: Humble Sound Records
Listen: https://song.link/cupsofkoffee
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[FRESH MUSIC]: James Artissen - Your Heart
Artist: James Artissen
Song: Your Heart
Genre: R&B/Soul, Hip-Hop
Label: Humble Sound Records
Listen: https://song.link/cupsofkoffee
#JamesArtissen…
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[FRESH MUSIC]: James Artissen - Wishful
Artist: James Artissen
Song: Wishful
Genre: R&B/Soul, Hip-Hop
Label: Humble Sound Records
Listen:…
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[FRESH MUSIC]: James Artissen - Blu Leisure [EP]
Artist: James Artissen
EP: Blu Leisure
Label: Humble Sound Records
Genre: R&B/Soul, Hip-Hop
Link:…
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[FRESH MUSIC]: James Artissen - Kaleidoscopes [EP]
Artist: James Artissen
EP: Kaleidoscopes
Label: Humble Sound Records
Genre: R&B/Soul, Hip-Hop
Link:…
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[FRESH MUSIC]: James Artissen - City Love (feat. Brian McKnight Jr)
Singers James Artissen, and Brian McKnight Jr release their new single entitled "City Love".
Artist: James Artissen
Song: City Love (feat. Brian McKnight Jr)
Genre: R&B/Soul, Hip-Hop
Label: Humble Sound Records
Listen:…
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New Hip-Hop Duo Proves Conscious Rap is Alive and Thriving
Canadian music fans are embracing conscious hip-hop, and “Don’t Be Afraid” by Caddy Pack & Pavy represents exactly the kind of authentic, empowering…
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Butta The Preacher’s New Album Chapter 1 is Making Waves
Added by Boss on September 6, 2025 at 8:09pm — No Comments
Darkchild Signs Aklesso To Alienz Alive
Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins, the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, continues expanding his influence beyond the producer’s chair.
The Grammy-winning architect of countless pop and R&B classics…
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Wizherd Music presents - Seajay: "In The A" feat DJ Luke Nasty
SeaJay is set to release his highly anticipated new single, "In the A," featuring the renowned DJ Luke Nasty. The track, produced by Wizherd Productions, promises a smooth R&B flavor with a distinctive Southern twist, embodying the spirit of Atlanta. "In the A" has garnered considerable attention on social media, with fans eagerly awaiting its…
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The Blueprint: Why Gang Related Sets a New Standard for Debut Albums
Ten days after the release of Gang Related, one thing is clear Weirdo Gang didn’t just drop an album. They created a blueprint for how to launch a legacy.
Where most debuts chase trends, Gang Related focuses on intention. It doesn’t skip over substance for streams. It leans into feeling. And…
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They Knew Before She Did: How Mississippi Targeted Shannon Leeann Dill, As A Black And Gay Child, And Betrayed Her As An Adult
Mississippi has always had a reputation for destroying its Black children before they can even grow into their full voice. From Emmett Till at fourteen, lynched over a lie, to the countless false arrests, false imprisonments, and false narratives forced onto…
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From adversity to artistry, JUDO-GT rises as Atlanta's voice, inspiring listeners to chase their dreams.
Atlanta's hip-hop scene is about to get a powerful dose of reality and inspiration as JUDO-GT unveils his latest single. Emerging from the heart of the city, JUDO-GT isn't just another rapper; he's a testament to resilience, a…
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Froshdada: The New Voice of Lagos Set to Captivate the World with Afrobeat Fusion
Emerging Afrobeat sensation Froshdada introduces his unique sound and vibrant energy to a global audience.
Froshdada, the moniker of Nigerian singer-songwriter Yusuf Olanihun Ogunlade, is poised to make a significant impact on the global…
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Denny Strickland - Cowboy Sinatra ft. Juicy J, Project Pat, Danny Trejo
Added by Tampa Mystic on August 31, 2025 at 8:21pm — No Comments
Rari Duche Releases Highly Anticipated Single “Love With The Money”
Added by Boss on August 31, 2025 at 6:56pm — No Comments
HoodTrophy Bino Releases Captivating New Single “She Mine”
Fast rising Los Angeles rapper HoodTrophy Bino reveals a more vulnerable side of himself with the release of…
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GMOB HAMO Ignites the Strip Club Scene with “BUSS IT LIKE A SWITCH”
NY and Atlanta’s own GMOB HAMO is back with a brand-new anthem for the clubs, dropping his latest single “BUSS IT LIKE A SWITCH” on August 29. Produced by Blanq Beatz and engineered by GMOB HAMO alongside GMOB BIG THAD, the track is pure energy tailored for the strip club wave. With a catchy…
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