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Shawn Smith - "RAFS"

Shawn Smith released “RAFS” today via Sink or Swim Productions. Formerly known as Young Savage, the Southwest Philadelphia rapper returns on “RAFS” with an unbridled lyrical ferocity. The release of “RAFS” is accompanied by a lyric video showcasing and further cementing the Southwest Philly creative’s sharp and unwavering pen, as well as an in-studio…

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Added by Samhoody on June 20, 2020 at 3:12pm — No Comments

Soupmakesitbetter & North$ide CJ - "My Skin"

The boys are back with something the world needed to hear as we approach Juneteenth 2020. Paid Better presents “My Skin”, a written account by Soupmakesitbetter & North$ide CJ. With the record “My Skin”, they show that God made no mistakes when he made Black Kings & how once we see the beauty in ourselves, the world can never hold us back.…

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Monte - "I Declare"

Monte is a rising artist from Detroit currently based out of New York. He is a lyricist for the new generation with…
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[Exclusive] Up Coming New Orleans Rap Group B.A.L.L. Team A.K,A, Born A Living Legend Is A Force To Be Reckoned With!





B.A.L.L. Team, A.K.A. “Born a Living Legend.” is a group of

three artist (Kiyah Kiyah, Jeff, & Yvng 2oon) and one producer

(Beatz by Nel). All growing up in a small city and neighborhood,

New Orleans, shared a passion with music.…



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[Exclusive] Arizona Rising Talented Star Dre Births The New Genre "Vibing" With His New Single "Nitro"





Arizona rising talented star Dre is from hot Arizona settling in cold Humboldt county California. He likes smoking and staying high. He grew up with all his family being into music. Dre's cousin is a rapper, his aunts & grandmas all sing, his uncles all play guitar,and his great grandmother was a yodeler back in the day in Canada. …

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Added by Support Those That Support You on June 20, 2020 at 12:35pm — No Comments

[New Video] TOMG Rique - Safe Get'n Lower @tomg.rique

TOMG Rique drops off new visual for his second single "Safe Get'n Lower", off of his new EP "Tha 8ight", released June 18th, out now. Go follow his socials for live up to date content

IG: @tomg.rique

Twiiter: @tomg_rique

Snap Chat: @tomg.rique

Facebook: @tomg.rique

www.soundcloud.com/tomg.rique…

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ARTIST JAY VOSS FEATURED ON CNN FOR PROTESTS AMIDST THE DROP OF HIS LATEST SINGLE "HEAR ME OUT"

Jay Voss "Jay Voss" is a 17-year-old recording artist and songwriter who sprang onto the Miami music scene in 2019. Since then, he’s gained the attention of many major artists and producers on his rise to popularity. He’s collaborated with well-known heavy hitters like Jovan Dawkins, and production duo Shampoo Press & Curl, credited for their contribution to Bruno Mars’s world-renown smash “24k Magic.” Voss’s catchy melodies and clever vocal transitions…
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Ynx 716 - "97 Nas"

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Added by Boss on June 19, 2020 at 11:28pm — No Comments

Introducing music artist Nasti Musiq

Nasti Musiq was a star performer in his 5th grade talent show performing Michael Jackson "thriller and Nsyncs "Tearin up my heart" and received a standing ovation. At the age of 12 he began singing lead in his church choir and that gave him a deep gospel music background because of the experiences. His first performance was opening up for r&b singer "Pretty Willie" at the age of 17! Over the next few years he took…

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Added by Tampa Mystic on June 19, 2020 at 6:43pm — No Comments

Cuban Doll - "1st Off"

Cuban is standing strong and persevering as usual. She just released her new single "1st Off" produced by Appollo Jetson @apollojetsonknd.



First off is fun and sassy and will definitely be a summer banger! "Just a little girl chat about these dudes who…

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Added by Boss on June 19, 2020 at 5:22pm — No Comments

Ramel Shakur - "OK"

Recently Ramel Shakur releasds his new video for the single, "OK." Based on a true events, this single takes you through the eyes of one of North Carolina's most promising up-and-coming talents.

With an uncanny ability to flip his words, Ramel Shakur continues with North Carolina's onslaught of the game after artists like Da…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on June 19, 2020 at 5:00pm — No Comments

MaxxReallyReal Drops "Top 5"

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Added by Boss on June 19, 2020 at 4:30pm — No Comments

Stephanie Word Drops Almost Two Dozen New Tracks In 2020 So Far

New Hip Hop Music Available Now

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Brighton, Ontario - June 19, 2020 - While some artists struggle to put out one or two songs a year, Stephanie Word stands far from that crowd. With almost two dozen tracks released this year and counting, she’s proving to be a rising force in the hip hop realm. …

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Added by ArtistPR on June 19, 2020 at 2:42pm — No Comments

D. Denzel - "Off the Top Vol. 1-3"

D. Denzel is an entrepreneur and multi-talented recording artist who makes pop, reggae, dancehall and hip hop music. He is known for his freestyle work but also does writing as well. D. Denzel has been pursuing a music career for 5 years now and just dropped 3 new albums on all…

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Added by Boss on June 19, 2020 at 1:00pm — No Comments

Dee Collins - "Black In Amerikkka"

Dee Collins just dropped a hot new single titled "Black In Amerikkka". Check out his latest work below!


Connect:
Instagram: @avantgardeprinxe
Facebook: @deecollinsmusic
Twitter: @avantgardedee

Added by Boss on June 19, 2020 at 12:48pm — No Comments

[Exclusive] Detroit's Own Talented Tommy M Is Seen As The New Generation Dr. Dre





Tommy M who is usually known as Thomasmbeats, is seen as

the new generation Dr. Dre. He is an artist/ producer from Detroit

and recently decided to fulfill his career more as an artist while

making beats for himself and others. His rapping and singing style

is very dynamic and diverse.…



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Trendsetta (@DRtheSETTA) F/ MCM Raymond - "Gucci Flip Flops" (Audio)

Short Description: Las Vegas based artist Trendsetta drops off his single entitled "Gucci Flip Flops" featuring MCM Raymond. Be on the look out for more music and visuals from Trendsetta in the…

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Added by Samhoody on June 18, 2020 at 9:22pm — No Comments

Ohone - "Purpose"

Rising artist Ohone is back with a hot new single titled "Purpose". Check it out below!

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https://www.instagram.com/itsohone…

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Added by Boss on June 18, 2020 at 8:13pm — No Comments

DJ Nu-Mark - "Crate Expectations Vol. 5"

I've dedicated the last 3 months of my production schedule strictly on crafting drum sounds with character, texture and a proper knock for my producer friends. Files are all .wav format and there's an extensive library of one shots consisting of Kicks, Snares, Hats, Claps, Snaps, Percussion…

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Added by Boss on June 18, 2020 at 7:04pm — No Comments

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