Though it may not seem like it as much now as it may have in the past, Mississippi is STILL the birthplace of America’s music as we know it. Nearly every style of music is done well by someone in Mississippi. Furthermore plenty of widespread trends throughout the history of music can be traced right…
Category: Features
Premiere: @macccdev is ready to bounce back with new “Rebound” visual
Its been quite some time since we have gotten new music from Dev Maccc with him taking some time out to regroup after aligning with OurGlass Media Group. The lengthy hiatus is now over as we receive the first new original track from Dev in over a year. To say he comes back with a…
1st Day Fresh Feature: Vocab Slick
Releasing his debut solo album Lyrically Conscious in 2003 following several stints in jail, Bay Area, California rapper and Distant Relatives member Vocab Slick formed the group Distant Relatives with his childhood friend Emotionall and rapper Maynee (stream “Celebrate” featuring The Grouch and Eligh). Emotionall was subsequently deported to Mexico, and Maynee passed away in…
Review: J. Tallie keeps it cool on “Suavae” LP
No matter whether we all want to admit or not we all have a desire to be considered cool. The understated “it factor” that can propel or hault a person’s popularity dates back to elementary school and can still be found in our adulthood through social media outlets. Even in rap this same desire exists…
Review: 396 Hooligans aim to be a staple of your party playlist with new “American Hooligan” LP
The duo has always held a special place of lore as it pertains to hip-hop. From rap’s beginnings we’ve seen how the two-man tandem can bring a flavor to the genre that can garner them much attention as they grow. From the EPMD’s to the Rae Sremmurd’s there are plenty of examples where a balance…
First Day Feature: Driscoe talks his unique style of music, mental health and more
Baltimore native Driscoe is a breath of fresh air. Using upbeat lyrics to cope with bipolar disorder, he’s been writing music since the age of 15. The 22-year-old musician credits hip hop music with saving his life, and even named his record label (Racing Thought Records) after symptoms of his diagnosis. In a mental hospital…
First Day Feature: Laytrel discusses “Talk About” visual, DMV rap scene and more
Laytrel is a rapper/producer/instrumentalist, who is originally from DC but currently from Baltimore. Fresh off his release of “Talk About“, 1DF caught up with “DMV wonder-kid” Laytrel to talk about his roots in music, the local scene, aspirations, creative processes, and much more. I know your Dad was involved in your origins as a musician….
Review: Izzy Strange plays it cool on “Izzy Duz It” mixtape
When you reach a certain level of success what’s the best way to maintain it? The answer is simple: work harder. Often times people can get their pat on the back and forget about maintaining their hunger for more. That can be a damning habit to have. Fortunately for our old friend Izzy Strange that’s…
First Day Feature: Tonii Boii talks new single “Right Or Wrong”, his process of creation and more
There is something notable about an artist who can make you feel as though you are in the struggle with them. The gritty rappers who represent their hood to the fullest and draw you into it with their music. Not every rapper has this appeal but when they do and know how to use it…
Jenny March Releases Emotional New Single “Normal In Love”
Jenny March, one of pop’s realest newcomers, has released her new single “Normal in Love,” a mesmerizing electric synth track about a toxic ex lover. Pairing luminous vocals with a tantalizing beat, the track’s captivating lyrics evoke emotions that we’ve all felt: “Can we be normal and in love? Can we be normal just for once?” and “You’re never sorry till…
D. Horton takes inspiration from the legendary Dungeon Family on new 5-track mixtape “Dungeon Baby”
Two things I can tell you without hesitating when it comes to music is that I love D. Horton’s tunes and I love the Dungeon Family’s tunes as well. Today both sides of that spectrum meet as Horton debuts his “Dungeon Baby” mixtape, the first release of its kind for the rapper in about 5…
SilaS ends the wait with the release of highly anticipated LP “The Last Cherry Blossom”
If you’re truly in touch with the landscape of Mississippi’s indie music scene, chances are you’ve heard of SilaS before. The Jackson-based MC has long held a position as one of the more promising and accomplished talents in the area and it only continues. His last LP, “The Day I Died” was renowned and honored…
