Marja’e – “Under the Influence of Interludes” – a very distinct personality and a special talent!
There’s no denying that there is a swarm of new artists rising every day, but the most interesting part is that a lot of them are very young, many still in their teens. Amazingly, these young artists are already proving just how much talent they can share with the world.Continue Reading
Shawty Boy – “I Really Rap 2” delivers the dynamics of his life in voice-shifting melodies
Atlanta, Georgia rapper, Shawty Boy knows how to bend hard-edged raps into supple, sugary melodic verses; he can flip from slow-burn lines and smooth grooves to energetic triumphs in just a few syllables, as he enlivens his latest EP, “I Really Rap 2” with his pivots between abrasive spits andContinue Reading
Ember Mikayla – “Dissociative Anarchist” – a reminder of the rebellious spirit rock and roll!
Punk rock artist, Ember Mikayla is a transgender woman who suffered a rough life growing up, due to which she also developed mental health issues. Like many other afflicted and mistreated souls, Ember turned towards her art for an outlet to her frustrations with the world that surrounds her. “IContinue Reading
The Flo’s best tunes arrive loaded, and shine to the highest degree!
“I’m Me” is the latest single from artist The Flo. With each passing project, the rapper has proven himself to be arguably one of the smartest storytellers out there at the moment. Not an easy title to claim considering some of his storytelling peers. There’s a lot of expectations thatContinue Reading
I.K.M.B.T – “As of Lately” clearly has substance!
An interesting artist weaves an interesting story. Truly an impressive artist, I.K.M.B.T’s style blends R&B with soul, and hip-hop and the odd influence here and there. He has managed to unite his influences with a conscious, relevant melodic flow, which is poised, confident, and evident in his single “As ofContinue Reading
J.Mapes – “Good Intentions” takes listeners deep into his world of transience
J.Mapes is an RnB singer/rapper from South Texas. He is currently promoting his single “Good Intentions”. Honestly, as a musician, I really like J.Mapes. He has a great voice and he transforms his experiences into quite compelling soundtracks. He doesn’t try to mask or refine things, delivering emotional and poeticContinue Reading
ANDRUM that delivers a blend of influences which include metal, rock, jazz, rap, funk and others
Andrew J. Stewart is a self-taught guitarist, drummer, pianist from South Jersey. The singer-songwriter has a solo project called ANDRUM that delivers a blend of influences which include metal, rock, jazz, rap, funk and others. A quick run through the project’s ever-growing catalog shows that ANDRUM opens on a hardContinue Reading
D.Tech is in the midst of developing his debut album
Some people have hesitation about going into the music industry, but this was never the case for D.Tech. The twenty-eight-year-old Miami native would begin with music production at the age of ten before learning music theory and the basics of composition while playing the clarinet and violin. By his freshmanContinue Reading
Heavy AmericA – “Generation Lame” puts a fresh stamp on hard-edged classic rock
Formed in 2014 during a friends recording session, the power rock trio of Heavy AmericA, is made up of Michael T. Seguin (lead vocals, guitar), Budd Lapham (bass, vocals) and Dan Fried (drums, vocals). They released their self-titled debut EP in 2015, followed by two singles in 2016, “Up ForContinue Reading
Atlanta-based Hip Hop and Rap artist Taz Forte releases “Home Team” EP
Atlanta-based Hip Hop and Rap artist Taz Forte is expecting his EP, “Home Team” to be a chartbuster. On cloud nine after enjoying a series of big hits, Taz Forte is continuing the momentum with one victorious run after another, and “Home Team” isn’t the end. “Home Team” consists ofContinue Reading
CELLUS.PAPI – “Figuring Less” – a natural knack for a shuffling flow!
Marcellus Major, artistically known as CELLUS.PAPI is an indie artist and CEO of his own label known as Strictly Business Entertainment, where he manages artists worldwide. Out of North Carolina CELLUS.PAPI is creating a buzz with his latest single, “Figuring Less”. As addictive as the substances that he rhymes about,Continue Reading
Alternative Rock Newcomers Tomorrow’s Fate Present their Debut Single ‘Son Come Home’
The question for the meaning of life has fascinated almost everyone at one point or the other. Many people think about it daily and still no one seems to have found a satisfactory answer. This exact phenomenon is the topic of ‘Son Come Home’, the debut single of the AustrianContinue Reading
“Crash and Burn” – Gear is back to pick up where they left off!
The modern musical world is a fast-moving place. A place of exploration, of innovation, of invention. It’s a place where genres are fused into new forms, new sonic territories sought, zeitgeists are surfed and the ever-changing fads and fashions adhered to. But sometimes it all gets a bit exhausting. SometimesContinue Reading
Ronaldo Ca$h – “Freestyle” is awash with intricate wordplay
New York-born Ronaldo Ca$h is a rapper, singer, and songwriter. Owner of the Ca$h Crew MGT brand and label, the Newburgh underground artist has been gaining a significant following, as well as stirring up interest from mainstream players. Ca$h, who grew up on Tupac and 50 cent, as well asContinue Reading
OHENE – “456” taps into his prowess as both a rapper and a singer
We are currently living in an era of uncertainty, and the future is in question. Some of the trivial things in life don’t seem as important as they did not so long ago, and we continue to place further space between each other in an already socially distant culture. ForContinue Reading
$kirmish, Alixn & Zxkker – “Waifu” refines the subtleties of a style that pulls from so many different sources
Rap and Hip-hop has become pop music’s alchemy. Any style is fair game to be blended, morphed, mixed, and rolled back out with newfound urgency and impact. One style that has been steadily undergoing this process is punk music, and one of its up and coming protagonists, $kirmish has putContinue Reading
Sayii January – “Cries, Under The Summertime Sun” will surely break him out of a crowded Atlanta rap scene
Sayii January is an upcoming rapper from Atlanta, signed to Miscellaneous Muzik out of Chicago. Sayii releases his 3rd studio album, entitled “Cries, Under The Summertime Sun” which contains 22 tracks. We got a sneak preview to a handful of tracks, and came to the conclusion that Sayii January isContinue Reading
DICE The Gospel Souljer – “World State Address” paints pictures with his words
DICE The Gospel Souljer is a Canadian hip hop artist whose birth given name is Kenton Hoyte. Born in Toronto, Canada from parents of Caribbean descent, DICE has progressed his career from rejection to label owner. Uprizen Records was formed because DICE didn’t remain idle. He took personal action toContinue Reading
August – “Armed & Dangerous” is comfortable and focused, openly brandishing his lyrical weaponry
August is an independent artist from Ontario, Canada. He has just dropped the single “Armed & Dangerous”, taken from his upcoming album “Winter Soldier”. With a record full of conscious lyricism, smooth production, and unabashed swagger, August is staking a legitimate claim for himself in hip hop’s lyrical class. TheContinue Reading
StereoBird – “Illuminated” is expertly balanced to create bold, arresting music
StereoBird is a Brooklyn-based art-rock instrumental band who released their latest single “Illuminated” on the 31st of December. Their last two singles have both been compelling entries into their genre. The music here on their latest single is both more aggressive and more subtle than on previous records. Don’t thinkContinue Reading
EH – “Living After Midnight” ft. Tim “Ripper” Owens boasts the quintessential Priest qualities!
During 1980 British heavy metal band Judas Priest released their 6th album, “British Steel”, which was their first gold album in the USA. The project produced 3 hit singles, “Breaking The Law”, “United” and “Living After Midnight”. This latter track which speaks to the hedonistic, rebellious spirit of the lateContinue Reading