It's a Texas thing. Highly-regarded Dallas recording artist Rakim Al-Jabbaar taps the Houston gatekeeper, Bun B, 1/2 of the legendary duo UGK, for a mainstream breakthrough. Their collaboration, "Picture Me Rollin," using slick-tongued, antagonistic and assertive verses, the well-respected lyricists represent the adored unique hustler's mentality that's made Texas hip-hop the polarizing entity it is today. For the Huey Rawls-directed visual, Bun and Rakim take a ride through the Triple D to…
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3rd time's the charm ! Rising Harlem Star Vino World has released a new EP titled “Vinotine's Day 3” This has been a yearly drop for Vino since February 2019. This time around, the project is picking up major steam and traction because of his notable lyrics, storytelling, and New York swag on amazing beat selection. His honesty and openness has allowed him to create one of his best work to date. Two things…
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Accomplished recording artists Brodie Fresh and Chrishan release a red-hot collaboration single, titled, "Forgive & Forget." Helping blend the two's unique sound is platinum producer, Yoni, who lays down a concrete deep foundation for the two to create magic off of. Fresh and Chrishan's chemistry is magnetic, as it blends the fanbases and delivers a hit that…
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After drawing attention with his debut single "Who You Wit," well-known Switzerland songwriter-to-the-stars Mardo returns with anticipated follow-up single, titled, "Love Cloud." Enlisting Future/Lil Keed producer Jimmy Torrio and Vince Dreams and Nisi On The Track, Mardo, 22, shows us his diversity on the new song about being passionate to your love…
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Rising Houston recording artist Malcolm just dropped his new project Backtracker, his direct follow-up to his 2020 breakout single "Best Me."
Featuring guest appearances from Jamie Hancock, Taylor J and AMR, the 10 track 1992 The Label release shows Malcolm at his best. "It was an album I was working on for a year or two," Malcolm on making Backtracker. "It’s…
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Today, Marion, South Carolina recording artist ConSCious is ready to be heard by the world with the release of the new visual to his 2020 protest single "Stop Killing Us." In honor of Black History Month, the Naomi production draws a visual comparison of how African Americans have been marginalized to live in communities forgotten by the mainstream. This video shows…
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Brandon Lorenzo Smith better known as ( Champ Joint ) is an music producer and Music Video director out of Brooklyn N.Y.. formed in 2009 Champ got his inspiration in music from his parents Deidre Robinson and Reginald smith. In 1990 Deidre was singed to ( Def Jam Records).which led…
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Philadelphias Rising artist J Spaz just dropped a hot new single titled "The Goat". From his upcoming project titled Laneless 2. Check it out below and…
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Arriving on the scene in 2011, by 2015 popular recording artist, Derek Minor, has maintained a high volume streaming numbers the more music he released annually. In the new year, he prepares for his anticipated next project with the lead single and video, titled, "Clean."
The Will Thomas-directed visual shows fans a high-octane Minor tearing through the…
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New Rapper Thug Releases New Music!
Winona, Mississippi - Hip Hop and Rap have never faded from the spotlight. For a good few years, the music created by rappers and artists from the genres was groundbreaking. From social justice cries to heart-wrenching tales of heartbreak, the genres had it all. Now, there’s a new artist, Thug, who is joining the ranks of these legends.
Thug is a new emerging rapper and hip hop artist who has big…
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Phaeva Phawty has today revealed “Crown”, a new single following the success of his recent single “Next Thang You Know” featuring Fatboi Yo and the late rapper MO3.
Ambitious, divine, and distinctive, Phaeva Phawty is an unapologetically diverse street rap entertainer and an…
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Rising artist Jawja Boi Roy just dropped a hot new album titled "All You Can Eat Buffet". Jawja Boi Roy is coming heavy with heat and taking over the rap game in 2021! Check out his new album below and follow him on social media for his latest releases. …
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Female Rapper Fantasi Is The Truth
Loud bass lines, controversial hairstyles, wild dance moves, and lyrics to make imaginations run amok. Those are the words used to describe Fantasi Labz. Remember, that’s Fantasi with an “I” not a “Y”. She quotes “Fantasy with a Y is a stripper. Fantasi with an “I” is the ARTIST”.
Born in…
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Griffin, Georgia representer “King Elway” and Kream Team front runner is fresh off an interview with Industries Most Wanted and is showing no signs of slowing down in 2021. He’s partnered with Playas Club Music Group and is gearing up to drop a slew of music this year. Be on the look out for his next single “Different Places” coming soon to all digital streaming platforms. Until then, watch his video “So Soulful”…
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There's no excuse, Dallas recording artist Devante Fields is an artist-to-watch of 2021. After catching our attention last year with his intriguing backstory and trailblazing new song "No Excuses," now, he releases the official visual to the song and shows us why, if we didn't already know it or not, he's kind of a big deal.
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After the success of the fourth album 'GLARE LA MUSICA' (2017), CHOSAN is back with a new EP.
'BUSI' is the first single…
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Hot new single coming out so make sure you stay on the look out mark you calendars for the date. Check out Flossin' [feat. BiG…
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Lil Hypno formerly known as Mad Max is an American music artist. In a very short period of time he’s not only established himself as a national touring recording artist but someone with an eye for spotting great talent as well.
Creating a major buzz while still in school, it attracted the attention of Bentley Records. While most would simply be…
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