Coming from Mississippi I am well aware of all the talent that resides in this state. More recently names like Rae Sremmurd, David Banner or Big K.R.I.T. ring bells but a look into the history book clearly displays the array of impactful musicians. Everyone from B.B. King, Brittany Spears, David Ruffin, Brandy, and Elvis Presley trace… Continue reading Interview: D. Horton shows growth as an artist and man on “The Sessions 2”
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Interview: Chisom uses his influence, beliefs and confidence to propel to new heights
If you've been following the blog for a while you know I have an admiration for artists who are able to stay true to themselves and push boundaries. If you have a quality that sets you apart, instantly I will be that much more likely to gravitate to your artistry. After all, in a world… Continue reading Interview: Chisom uses his influence, beliefs and confidence to propel to new heights
Feature: Brenton talks #9TeaseTuesdays, Miami Rap Scene & Huffington Post Performance
Throughout time the city of Miami has been a notable hotbed for talent in the hip-hop culture. From way back in the 90's with Uncle Luke's raunchy raps to DJ Khaled and his major keys the city has always had a prominent figure to call it's own. Lately it does seem that there is a… Continue reading Feature: Brenton talks #9TeaseTuesdays, Miami Rap Scene & Huffington Post Performance
Feature: S.O.U.L. D33P Iooks to uplift through their music
The great city of Chicago is many times associated only with the harsh realities of violence, poverty and other negative things. It is this reason that the beauty of what lives in the heavily-segregated city is overshadowed. Though the issues that plague that community are very real there is also much to be excited about… Continue reading Feature: S.O.U.L. D33P Iooks to uplift through their music
Kyle Denmead’s “Therapy” EP is a walk through the mind and heart
Looking at Kyle Denmead from the outside in it may seem as though he has it pretty good. A simple Google search will show you that his recent rise as a solo singer is only a piece of the success that he can currently claim. The list of achievements also include but aren't limited to… Continue reading Kyle Denmead’s “Therapy” EP is a walk through the mind and heart
Interview: Lyric Jones on “Gems from the Cubicle”, Phife Dawg, inspirations and more
If you're looking for a lady with musical talent, intelligence, and charisma look no further than the one and only Lyric Jones. Getting her start musically through church and local talent shows, Lyric discovered a passion that would follow her throughout her life. Now we find the Boston-bred talent as a well rounded entertainer on… Continue reading Interview: Lyric Jones on “Gems from the Cubicle”, Phife Dawg, inspirations and more
Exclusive Interview: Kyle Denmead discusses his upcoming “Therapy” EP, path from producer to singer and more
Kyle Denmead comes to the scene from an interesting reference point. His initial taste of musical success came as a part of The Avengerz production team in the late 2000's. Through his work with Caskey, brokered a deal with Cash Money Records to which he has been signed with since 2012. Now we find the Orlando,… Continue reading Exclusive Interview: Kyle Denmead discusses his upcoming “Therapy” EP, path from producer to singer and more
Who’s to blame?: A conversation about the state of R&B
Kel (@RunKelDat): Can we credit The Dream for this new wave of R&B? Beamon (@BeamonDidIt): ...And T-Pain Kel: To me, not sonically. T-Pain was a big deal but it didn't lean on pure R&B. A lot of those hits were Pop. Dream had that whole "I'm a piece of shit but love me anyway" wave… Continue reading Who’s to blame?: A conversation about the state of R&B
Exclusive Interview: SilaS talks “Gullah Gullah Island” inspiration, “The Day I Died” and more
There is something to be admired when it comes to an artist comfortable in their own skin. Fearless storytelling is something you do not get a chance to experience regularly. By fusing elements of Jazz, Gospel, R&B, Funk, and Hip-Hop, Silas Stapleton III is a young man content with doing anything outside of the… Continue reading Exclusive Interview: SilaS talks “Gullah Gullah Island” inspiration, “The Day I Died” and more
First Day Feature: Goody breaks down his album “21 (To Anyone)”
Since hip-hop's start the culture has been closely associated with the art of storytelling. When it comes to getting a view of Chicago from the perspective of someone still dealing with the harsh realities of the city look no further than Goody. The MC manages to balance the line between the rough city and… Continue reading First Day Feature: Goody breaks down his album “21 (To Anyone)”
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