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
Category: Features
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
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
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
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
First Day Feature: Linette King takes her dreams of becoming an author and make them reality
I think it's safe to say just about everyone has a dream. Whether it's been shared with family, friends, or just kept to yourself, there is always that thought in the back of your mind of what you wish you were doing with yourself. Some never take the journey to accomplish those goals, some do… Continue reading First Day Feature: Linette King takes her dreams of becoming an author and make them reality
Interview: Eyezic Haze speaks on the effect of #BlackLivesMatters in Canada, debut album “InAHaze” and more
The concept of youth goes hand and hand with Hip-hop as a whole. From the beginning the culture has largely been defined by what's going on from those 25 and under. For better or worse they've always been the spark for what trends will soon come. In the case of 19-year old Eyezhic Haze, he… Continue reading Interview: Eyezic Haze speaks on the effect of #BlackLivesMatters in Canada, debut album “InAHaze” and more
The Gold Zone presents “My Crooked Letter: The New Mississippi”
In an effort to promote unity across the state of Mississippi, two home-grown outlets combine skills to highlight some of the most promising talent coming from the state as a whole. The following post comes courtesy of Marcus Page representing The Gold Zone (Follow them on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram). Enjoy the post and the music from talent… Continue reading The Gold Zone presents “My Crooked Letter: The New Mississippi”
First Day Feature: 6ixlayne discusses his debut “Clean Up In Aisle 6” and more
If you would like to find an artist in their most honest form, often times you should look no further than their debut project. From Nas and Illmatic, to Snoop Dogg and Doggystyle, it seems as though the music acts as a culmination of their complete life up until that moment. The passion exuded by… Continue reading First Day Feature: 6ixlayne discusses his debut “Clean Up In Aisle 6” and more
Interview: Al Koleon on his XM Radio single “Still Blazing”, Cloud Surfing Documentary and more.
One thing I've truly enjoyed through my time running 1DF is watching the progression of an artist. It influences me more than most would think to personally watch a musician attain heights they've long aspired to reach. One such artist that has made great progress since my time initially covering him is Al Koleon. Our… Continue reading Interview: Al Koleon on his XM Radio single “Still Blazing”, Cloud Surfing Documentary and more.
