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Boom Bap never really died—it just went underground and kept working on its craft. On The Art of Knock Vol. 1: Tape Hiss Theory, veteran producer DJ Iceman (aka Big Boss Beatz) surfaces with a statement piece that celebrates the raw textures, head-nod rhythms, and soulful imperfections that define true-school hip-hop production. This first volume… Continue reading DJ Iceman – The Art of Knock Vol. 1: Tape Hiss Theory
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 records on this body of work were written in the same stretch of life, but they move with… Continue reading Jon Keith Closes 2025 With New EP, ‘Butterflies’
IcyReece, known to many as Icy, is quickly becoming one of the most original and forward thinking artists in hip hop. His music fuses the sleek energy of luxury trap with thought provoking spiritual lyricism and visionary concepts, creating songs that hit hard in the club while offering substance that lingers in the mind. His… Continue reading IcyReece Presents Quantum Solace, A Groundbreaking Fusion of Hip Hop, Vision, and Fan Empowerment
West Coast rapper Markas continues his upward momentum with the release of Not Enough Years, a 12-track album that dives deep into personal trauma, growth, and self-awareness. The project marks a defining moment in his catalog, capturing the evolution of both his voice and his vision. With emotionally raw tracks like the title cut Not… Continue reading Markas Releases Anticipated New Album, ‘Not Enough Years’
Rising from the ashes with powerful vulnerability and unshakable strength, Lazie Locz returns with his most personal project to date: Resilient. Set to release on June 6th, 2025, the album blends Rap, Hip-Hop, and R&B into an emotional journey of redemption, fatherhood, mental health, and inner healing. Produced entirely by Lazie Locz himself, Resilient… Continue reading Lazie Locz Announces New Album “Resilient” – Out June 6th, 2025
At just 19 years old, Yoon is stepping boldly into the spotlight with his debut album wounds, released under KA$HDAMI’s indie imprint INFINITI Records—and he's doing it on his own terms. Hailing from Broward County, Florida, Yoon embodies a rare blend of raw emotion, technical skill, and underground grit that's quickly separating him from the crowd. More than just… Continue reading KA$HDAMI Launches New Label & Introduces yoon New Project “wounds”
GMOB HAMO and YEO Cig are set to shake up the game with their highly anticipated joint album, Surf & Turf, dropping April 25th under GMOB Music Group/Swishgang. This project, years in the making, stems from a natural musical chemistry between the two artists, who have long envisioned working together on a full-length tape. Despite the idea… Continue reading GMOB HAMO & YEO Cig Unite for ‘Surf & Turf’: A Collaboration Years in the Making
"SOULFUL PAIN Project: Rio Grinday's Raw and Relatable Journey Through the Labyrinth of Emotion" Harlem’s rich cultural legacy has birthed countless artists who have redefined the sound and soul of hip-hop. Enter Rio Grinday, a 23-year-old rap/hip-hop sensation hailing from the storied streets of Harlem, NY. Following in the footsteps of legends like Big L… Continue reading [Music] Rio Grinday – “SOULFUL PAIN Project” | @RioGrindayMusic
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Grammy Award Producer, Recording Artist, Audio Engineer, and Songwriter James Worthy returns with his newest EP, "Cups Of Koffee," releasing Sept 13th, 2024. Offering listeners a glimpse into the complexities of life, love, and, relatable topics. Produced in collaboration with Ronell Sessoms, this project shows an eclectic style alongside Hip-Hop, and R&B influence that compliments the James… Continue reading James Worthy’s newest EP, “Cups Of Koffee,” releasing Sept 13th, 2024
Los Angeles based MOTHICA is known for her expressive honesty and hauntingly beautiful sonic musical releases. Her latest, which is her third album, is called KISSING DEATH and it goes deeper into the artist's origin story. KISSING DEATH is composed of 12 tracks with each song being unique in its own right. There is the mood-rich "Doomed" about childhood hopelessness… Continue reading MOTHICA’s new album KISSING DEATH is a must hear
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