Features, Videos

(Video) Young Heights – Uber Chase @YoungHeights

New Video from Northside Jamaica, Queens, NY artist Young Heights - Uber Chase. Visuals by @JMichaelsProd Young Heights Giving NY Something to Keep Consistent Check out his Video Below and Follow Him. Video Below: Embed: For More From Young Heights Follow His Social Networks - https://twitter.com/youngheights https://www.instagram.com/youngheights/ https://play.spotify.com/artist/3qLB3BZhfTYQDb6VOrYfvi http://www.youngheights.com/music

Features, Reviews

Review: Ray Kincaid walks the line of creativity and emotion on “Artistic Depression”

Depression is real people. Let's start with that, because in hip-hop and many other forms of life the condition of depression is an issue that is dismissed without proper attention far too often. To the reported 9% of the American population dealing with depression and its adverse affects that is unfair. It's important for people… Continue reading Review: Ray Kincaid walks the line of creativity and emotion on “Artistic Depression”

Albums/Mixtapes, Features

Quez CoDean officially returns with “5 Years Later” mixtape

Starkville, MS native Quez CoDean is back with a new mixtape "5 Years Later". Indicative by the title, this is the first appearance from Quez officially in a half decade. He comes back a more knowledgeable artist, having grown as a man, and it shows in his music. Having already released singles like Body, Pain In My… Continue reading Quez CoDean officially returns with “5 Years Later” mixtape

Features, Interviews

First Day Feature: Quez CODEAN reflects on life “5 Years Later”

Take yourself back with me if you will to 2011. 5 years ago the world was different in several facets than it is in the present. Some of the more obvious differences have come in technology, politics and the media but there are also plenty of changes within each one of us personally. This is… Continue reading First Day Feature: Quez CODEAN reflects on life “5 Years Later”

Features, Interviews

First Day Feature: Varus Bell uses his past mistakes to prepare for future glory

Hailing from Starkville's notorious "Blackjack" area, Varus Bell has seen an interesting path to get to where he is today. The son of a single mother, Varus turned to the streets at an early age to help support his needs. Although he was heavily involved in the streets the multi-talented individual still managed to exceed… Continue reading First Day Feature: Varus Bell uses his past mistakes to prepare for future glory

Features, Interviews

Interview: Brain Rapp & Nature Boi look for national notoriety with Dope Music Village album

There's a thin line between being a regional artist and placing yourself on the national map. In many ways the challenge differs as you move outside of your own region. With less people who are family and friends becoming the consumer, a rapper must truly separate themselves from the pack and establish who he or… Continue reading Interview: Brain Rapp & Nature Boi look for national notoriety with Dope Music Village album

Features, Videos

The God Particle: A look at Mississippi’s close-knit group of D. Horton, Dev Maccc, Quavius Black & Josh Waters

On August 9th I was lucky enough to cover "The God Particle" show at Offbeat in Jackson, MS. It was headlined by the quartet of DevMaccc, Quavius Black, Josh Waters, and D. Horton. The group of young men stretches across the Magnolia state from Columbus to Hattiesburg MS. The aura they embody could make for… Continue reading The God Particle: A look at Mississippi’s close-knit group of D. Horton, Dev Maccc, Quavius Black & Josh Waters

Features, Interviews

Interview: Jayy Starr discusses Fresh Empire initiative, new music & more

"What a difference a year makes" is an age old statement, but one that is also truer than most realize. Every year the world is changed in some form, and the people in it are too. Just think back to last August and remember what was your main concern at the time compared to now… Continue reading Interview: Jayy Starr discusses Fresh Empire initiative, new music & more

Features, Interviews

First Day Feature: Adam Reverie speaks on his passion for music, social equality, and Soul Ties EP

As head of 1stDayFresh.com and a writer at several other notable sites it is certainly safe to say I listen to my fair share of music. Throughout all of the music I sift through, there is plenty that I like, but every now and then there is something I absolutely love. The latest artist to… Continue reading First Day Feature: Adam Reverie speaks on his passion for music, social equality, and Soul Ties EP

Features, Interviews

Interview: MSPHiT Chevy looks to move Mississippi’s sound to the forefront

There are several different paths to success. For everyone who has made it to the top of their respective field, there is also a unique way in which they made it there. One of the simplest is to inherit the wealth and business left to you from a family member, but of course not many… Continue reading Interview: MSPHiT Chevy looks to move Mississippi’s sound to the forefront