As we all know, the XXL Freshman class is one of the most debatable topics in the music industry once a year. The 2016 XXL Freshman list consist of Desiigner, Denzel Curry, Lil Yatchy, G Herbo, Kodak Black, Anderson .Paak, Lil Dicky, Lil Uzi Vert, 21 Savage and Dave East, known as “The New Wave”.… Continue reading N.J. Artists Fall Short of XXL Freshman List
Category: Features
(Audio) Madison Jay – My Day 2 Come – Produced by Loso Corelone @themadisonjay
"This for the ones who said that we woooon't yeah!" From the lungs of the underdogs, Raleigh, NC native native and artists Madison Jay delivers his triumphant and inspiring new single "My Day 2 Come" from his recently released heralded debut album "Return Of The Gap". Releasing on the "919" area code adopted holiday "9/19"… Continue reading (Audio) Madison Jay – My Day 2 Come – Produced by Loso Corelone @themadisonjay
D. Horton captures the essence of his live performance on “Connected” documentary
I think everyone would agree that there is a vast difference from listening to an artist and going to see them in concert. The concert atmosphere brings a one-dimensional listening pattern and transforms it into a full-ranged experience where one can feel, see, and react to the music with people who obviously share similar feelings… Continue reading D. Horton captures the essence of his live performance on “Connected” documentary
Enter the “One16Away” contest from Prince Ali for a chance to win $200
One common thing that independent rappers tend to have in common is a need for money. I mean studio time, production and all of the other things needed to be successful are not free. Well, upcoming producer Prince Ali is looking to help the cause by joining forces with 1stDayFresh for his "One16Away" competition. For… Continue reading Enter the “One16Away” contest from Prince Ali for a chance to win $200
Young Heights – Late Night ( Audio ) @YoungHeights
BigKake's own, Young Heights follows up his #UberChase music video with a new single called "Late Night". Produced by iTrez Beats, "Late Night" is found on Young Heights latest #GetRichOrDieYoung mixtape, available now! Visuals by @JMichaelsProd Young Heights Giving NY Something to Keep Consistent Check out his Video Below and Follow Him. Song Below: Embed:… Continue reading Young Heights – Late Night ( Audio ) @YoungHeights
(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
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”
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
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”
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
