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Marv.P Dedicates "W.I.A.W.I" Album To Fans

Ahead of the official DSP release slated for May, 757 rap authority Marv.P gives dedicated supporters an opportunity to purchase his forthcoming What Is All Worth It project early via [untitled]. Produced by Calvin Merazh, Jalik "DJLIEK" Jordan, and Isaiah22, the cohesive…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on April 20, 2026 at 11:30am — No Comments

Aklesso & Ty Brasel Release New Song "He Did It"





After releasing "Outta Time" with help from Aha Gazelle & Kaden Jordan as well recently being featured on XXL's The Break, Haitian-American Hip-Hop artist Aklesso enlists Ty Brasel for "He Did It." Produced by in-house…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on April 20, 2026 at 11:12am — No Comments

St. Louis's Sunny Rain Delivers Anticipated Single "Who Am I"





St. Louis recording artist Sunny Rain steps forward with a bold new statement. Her latest single and video, Who Am I, delivers a dark, bass-heavy anthem built for the club and the spotlight.



The rising rapper leans into identity and presence across the track’s aggressive production. Heavy drums collide with brooding synths, creating a tense atmosphere… Continue

Added by Traps N Trunks on March 29, 2026 at 4:20pm — No Comments

Blaze Gee & OT The Real Brings Frank Nino's "HellFire" To Life In New Visual





Rapper Blaze Gee taps into the darker corners of street survival on his track “Hellfire,” a gripping collaboration with OT The Real produced by Frank Nino. The record will appears on Blaze Gee’s forthcoming project, which is anticipated to make a huge impression on today's hip-hop.



On “Hellfire,”…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on March 29, 2026 at 1:58am — No Comments

JBo Produces Swae Lee & Rich The Kid Single "Don't Even Call"





Rich The Kid joins Swae Lee in the official music video for the JBo-produced banger "Don't Even Call." Serving as the second single from Lee's forthcoming debut solo album Same Difference, it follows "Flammable" and sets the stage for an inevitable Summer run.



Directed by Michael Gilbert, the small-screen interpretation of the Saint Luca &…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on March 27, 2026 at 5:25pm — No Comments

Krown Vic Drops New Track "Fresh Out"





In celebration of returning home after paying his debt to society, Commonwealth rap staple Krown Vic delivers a brand new single appropriately titled "Fresh Out." Produced by Kidd Slopes, the VA vocalist turns a humbling hiatus into a mere memory.



Speaking on the song's inspiration in a press statement, the Firm Records' head honcho reveals: “Fresh…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on March 26, 2026 at 11:44pm — No Comments

KVNG FLVCKO Represents With Trendy New Track "Break!!"





Grammy-nominated multi-hyphen, KVNG FLVCKO marks his recent signing to Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins' Alienz Alive label with "Break!!." Showcasing the Sunshine State native's unique brand of Alternative leaning Hip Hop, the self-produced track aims to remind listeners you can break free from life's struggles and features a picture taken by Sabrina Vaz-Holder as…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on March 13, 2026 at 5:31pm — No Comments

Natural Elements Announces Return With 'Alignment' Album





Veteran New York rap trio Natural Elements is stepping back into the spotlight with a new album titled Alignment, set for global release on April 17, 2026. The project signals a powerful return for one of underground hip-hop’s most respected lyric-driven groups.



For decades, Natural Elements has represented a gritty corner of New York rap…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on March 10, 2026 at 12:55pm — No Comments

Salese “How Could You” Drops: A Dark, Emotional Anthem About Betrayal and Survival

NYC rapper Salese is back with a gripping new release that cuts straight to the emotional core. His latest single, “How Could You,” is out now on all major streaming platforms, delivering a dark, cinematic soundscape built around themes of betrayal, heartbreak, and emotional survival.

From the moment the track begins, How Could You pulls listeners into a tense, atmospheric world where raw emotion meets hard-edged production. The cover art…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on February 28, 2026 at 11:28pm — No Comments

UK Rapper Komander Drops Apocalyptic, Religion-Inspired Track "Mardek" Ahead Of Christmas

Hailing from the streets of Cornwall, UK, rising rapper Komander, a former elite soldier, is making a name for himself as a rising force in the British Hip-Hop scene. His Rap pseudonym reflects a commanding presence, unwavering confidence, and relentless ambition, capturing the very spirit of his music and aspirations.

Today, this rising lyricist debuts his latest single, …

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Added by Traps N Trunks on February 28, 2026 at 11:25pm — No Comments

Youngn MH Drops 2Pack In "Rush Hour" & "Call It Even"





"Ex For A Reason" (4Fargo & Honey Bxby) producer imregii and M3ance Beats handle instrumentation on Youngn MH's latest release "Rush Hour." Slated to appear on the Brooklyn rapper's forthcoming Certified Finesser project, the bass heavy heater instantly turns up any environment and is sure to get the party started.



The track comes paired as a…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on February 19, 2026 at 5:43am — No Comments

Hollyn & Weathrman Brings The Heat With New Album, 'Theology of Beauty: Winter'





Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins' signee Hollyn fans the flames on her hot streak by releasing the sequel to Theology of Beauty: Fall, Theology of Beauty: Winter. Entirely produced by Grammy-winning collective…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on February 9, 2026 at 6:20pm — No Comments

501Bryze Rises To The Top With 'The Bridge Part 1'



501Bryze is staking his claim with The Bridge Part 1, a concise but pointed project that positions the Arkansas artist at a pivotal moment in his rise. Released in January 2026, the album reads like a progress report—one foot planted in Bryze’s rural upbringing, the other stepping deeper into today’s hip-hop and country-rap conversation.



Clocking in at…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on February 1, 2026 at 2:35pm — No Comments

Chicago's Trappa Redd Era Begins Now



Trappa Redd isn’t chasing permission, approval, or a softened narrative. With her new single “Daddy,” the Chicago rapper and radio personality steps fully into confrontation, not reclamation—because, as she puts it, she already owns who she is. Built on a commanding, Petey Pablo–inspired beat, the record thrives on raw confidence, club-ready energy, and unapologetic… Continue

Added by Traps N Trunks on January 31, 2026 at 7:02pm — No Comments

Jon Keith Shares West Indies Sequel Coming



WEST INDIES, composed of Jon Keith and Miles Minnick, was released last year via Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins' Alienz Alive. The debut project from the dynamic duo, includes an intro from DJ Hed and an interlude by Sway as well as production from Scootie Wop. Coupled with the announcement was the BET premiere of…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on January 15, 2026 at 11:56am — No Comments

Hollyn Adds Foggieraw For New "Aren't We All (Remix)"





As she prepares to hit the road with Kings Kaleidoscope for their Credo Spirit Tour this Spring alongside Grammy-winning production group Weathrman, Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins' Alienz Alive…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on January 15, 2026 at 11:00am — No Comments

Aklesso Ends 2025 With 'Still Lonely' Album





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…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on December 5, 2025 at 9:34pm — No Comments

LunchMoney Lewis Drops New Song "Please Don't Go"





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

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Added by Traps N Trunks on December 4, 2025 at 2:36pm — No Comments

Rolling Out Launches Rolling Out Music with Acquisition of MusicXchange





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…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on November 18, 2025 at 6:32pm — No Comments

Jon Keith Delivers New EP 'Butterflies'



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…

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Added by Traps N Trunks on November 14, 2025 at 4:05pm — No Comments

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