Author: Wanja

Introducing the subtle swagger and intelligent framing of ideas combined – hip hop’s Mahogany Jones returns with a superb new single, and effectively unites nostalgia and originality throughout. Brilliantly produced by JimmyAli, Cheque showcases the very best of the sharp-witted and compelling sound of Mahogany Jones. The music and vocals stand tall in unison, creating… Continue reading Mahogany Jones – Cheque | Video @mahoganyjonez

Thee Phantom & The Illharmonic Orchestra combine Hip-Hop with orchestral accompaniment. In this video, the ensemble pays tribute to the late great Trouble T-Roy with Pete Rock & CL Smooth's timeless classic, "TROY". Watch the performance below. https://youtu.be/_b-G8kBxcGY

Philadelphia Lyricist D Prime 215 teams up with Pryme Mega to release "Cypher Complete" featuring Tragic & Stevie Franks.This is from their collaborative EP "King's Road" which is produced entirely by Pryme Mega.Paying homage to those before them & putting their spin on the classic "Nikes on my feet keep my cypher complete" bar by… Continue reading D Prime 215 & Pryme Mega – Cypher Complete | Video @dprime215 @NU_TREEZ 

Hailing from New Orleans, Koan Kenpachi drops off his latest video: "The 20's". The visuals to “The 20’s” depict the brutality of past years and touches on social ills that include police brutality, the protests of killings at the hands of police officers, racism, classism, politics and the politricks that can accompany voting in the… Continue reading Koan Kenpachi- The 20’s | Video @koan_music

The Game Changers presents Juggernaut aka Big June with the certified street banger "Cut Throat" produced by Dontaz Rythmn from the Czech Republic. Cut Throat serves as the second release off the upcoming Grind Or Die Vol 1 compilation from United Grind. The compilation is set to release early next year. Juggernaut June is a… Continue reading Game Changers – “Cut Throat” ft. Juggernaut June (prod. Donatz) | Video @unitedgrind

Pugs Atomz starts with bars, “My flow free as healthcare anywhere but here/on stage in Romania started my golden year.” With the soulful, lo-fi production of beat-smith Hexsagon, they meld together the perfect canvas for this nostalgic visual. Pugs shot this predominantly with a 1995 Sony Handicam over the course of 13 years. This is… Continue reading Pugs Atomz – Malcolm 64 | Video @pugsatomz

ADST Music returns with "New Horizon", produced by Seoul City and featuring R&B Songstress Devin Messina. "New Horizon" embodies ADST Music's current mantra of growth and maturity. Watch the video and grab your copy of the song below. https://youtu.be/2appg-MAKr8 https://open.spotify.com/track/409c4QHOoGOSpUkGTztBkf?si=ffea55403c6a42d0https://adst.bandcamp.com/album/new-horizonhttps://listen.tidal.com/album/251473491https://music.apple.com/us/album/new-horizon-feat-devin-messina/1647804864?i=1647804865

Grand Opus is back with a two-pack! The California hip hop duo consisting of Oakland, CA producer, Centric and Fresco, CA emcee Joc Scholar offer up a two-single project entitled "The 2Pack", displaying the refreshing dynamic and balance that they have displayed over the years since their 2015 debut album. Hard hitting, west coast-boom bap… Continue reading Grand Opus (Joc Scholar & Centric) – “2 Pack” (We Rise & The Cost) @GrandOpusCA @JocScholar @WhoIsCentric

RIGMAROLE is the second single from international art-rap collective Clouds in a Headlock's debut LP Breakfast in Phantasia. Production team Runway 45 provide the deeply emotive backdrop in the form of a minimal soulful tapestry anchored in 60s psychedelia with additional sound elements and skits edited by The Ghost in the Machine. The group's three… Continue reading Clouds in a Headlock – Rigmarole | Video @fatbeats @LabelCMR

RIGMAROLE is the second single from international art-rap collective Clouds in a Headlock's debut LP Breakfast in Phantasia. Production team Runway 45 provide the deeply emotive backdrop in the form of a minimal soulful tapestry anchored in 60s psychedelia with additional sound elements and skits edited by The Ghost in the Machine. The group's three… Continue reading Clouds in a Headlock – Rigmarole | Video @fatbeats @LabelCMR