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After a three-city string of private listening events and insightful new interview with Sway In The Morning, Miami’s own Aklesso unveils his deeply personal album Still Lonely, released via Rodney Jerkins’ Alienz Alive. A follow-up to his praised 2024 album Lonely, the project solidifies…

After landing on the pages of Sway's Universe, Def Pen, and Billboard, LunchMoney Lewis closes out…

Rolling Out is expanding its footprint in the music business with the launch of Rolling Out Music, a new label and multimedia arm designed to widen artist access and modernize creative ownership. The venture is led by Rolling Out founder Munson Steed, MusicXchange creator Dennis McKinley, and longtime…

Fresh off tour with Madison Ryann Ward, and following the REVOLT TV premiere for "Start Again," West-coast vocalist Jon Keith delivers the BUTTERFLIES EP. Serving as an extension of the world formed on GROW WINGS, the four…

Roxie Heart is making her move.

The New England pop artist just surprise-released her new single and video, "NOT REGULAR," and it's the kind of effortless statement that shifts the culture. Consider it the definitive new "It Girl" anthem—a track that doesn't ask for permission, it just is. As Roxie reminds the world, she's never been regular; this track is just the official announcement.

The visuals, directed by visionary Jakob Hit Hitchcock, are predictably massive. Hitchcock's…

Rising Southern rapper 501Bryze has teamed up with Atlanta veteran Yung Joc for “Box Chevy (Remix),” a booming ode to car culture and country swagger that turns a classic truck into a symbol of status, pride, and independence.

The track spotlights the legendary square-body Chevy as more than just a…

Before joining Kendrick Lamar collaborator Kalan.FrFr, Shoreline Mafia founding member OhGeesy, Mozzy, and 03 Greedo this weekend for Who Want The Smoke in California, Bhad Bhabie releases the Be EL Be-directed music video to her latest single "Honest."

The Aukoustics,…

Orange, New Jersey native Manny is making his presence felt in the rap game with his new single, “Like That,” produced by Roc. The rising MC, known for his vivid storytelling and sharp delivery, has built a name on authenticity and hustle—traits that shine throughout his latest release.

Manny, born Mannuel, has spent the past few years shaping a…

Following a thought provoking freestyle on Sway In The Morning over Redman's classic cut "Tonights Da Night," Darkchild's newest rap signee Aklesso enlists Zaytoven collaborator 1K Phew and We The Revolt's Reconcile for "Range!." The Darrel Jones' directed music video for the Enzo Gran &…

Multi-platinum producer Major Seven handles the instrumentation for itsHOLY's brand new single "Starr." Fresh off the road from spot dates with Giggs (Toronto) and Timbaland (Vancouver), after serving as…

Before he hits the stage to perform at Songbyrd Music House in DC this weekend, hYYdn taps producer FelMax for "Enemies" via BigTyme Music Group / EMPIRE. Serving as the latest single off his soon-to-be-released Soul Work EP, the track looks back at the early years growing up…

Once again enlisting the in-house ensemble of Chris Fisher (keys), Austin Stahle (guitar), Jon Laine (drums), Jean-Francis Varre controlled the (bass) and Frank Marchand (mixing/recording engineer) alongside Jose Bejaraño Arca, IOTheSinger delivers her latest song titled "Life Is A Journey."

Following "…

Rising rapper $limey Mojo is setting his sights higher with the release of “Upgrade,” a collaboration with legendary DJ and tastemaker Bigga Rankin. The single arrives as part of Mojo’s deluxe project Made A Difference De$luxe (M.A.D.D) and serves as a clear statement of intent from the up-and-coming artist.

“Upgrade” is more than a flex track—it’s…

Brodie Fresh is stepping into a new chapter with the release of his latest single “Glory,” a collaboration with veteran DJ and producer DJ Drama. The track serves as the lead single for Fresh’s forthcoming album The Preacher’s…

Louisiana has given hip-hop some of its most dynamic voices, from Lil Wayne to Boosie to NBA YoungBoy. Now, Baton Rouge rapper Drop—born Davion Andrews—is carrying that legacy forward with…

Alongside Grammy-winning production group Weathrman, veteran vocalist Hollyn shares her new album titled Theology of Beauty: Fall. The quick-strike release includes 12-cohesive cuts and comes coupled with the announcement of both parties signing to Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins' Alienz…

Riverdale (PG County) rap-authority Olumide taps "All Talk" lyricist 3ohBlack for the Remix to his Dizzee Beats & Kiano-produced single "New Keys" via PGN Records / United Masters. Ahead of its official DSP release on September 30th, the accompanying music video was filmed by Machina…

After earning the title of #1 Most Added R&B Radio Record last week, Shaun Milli continues to campaign future hit single "Love Me." Produced by Roy Made It, the song has taken new life after gaining viral momentum on social media since being re-released on August 8th.

“I put this song out in 2021. The fact that it can be re-released in 2025 to…