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Joe Jonas: ‘It’s easier to work with friends over family’

Singer Joe Jonas prefers to record music with his friends over his family members. The 27-year-old rose to fame as part of the Jonas Brothers with his siblings Nick and Kevin, but the band split in 2013 and he went on to form the group DNCE, with his pals Cole Whittle, Jack Lawless and JinJoo… Continue reading Joe Jonas: ‘It’s easier to work with friends over family’

Interviews

Alfred Banks speaks with BBC Russia in highly personal interview

Alfred Banks has been on quite the ascent as of late and that continues today. BBC (Russia) travelled to New Orleans to learn more about the rising star. In the insightful interview topics such as homelessness, the death of his older brother Orlando and of course the music. Its a great way to get familiar… Continue reading Alfred Banks speaks with BBC Russia in highly personal interview

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First Day Feature: Pressure Dommer looks to improve Orlando’s rap scene and get to the “Mula”

Florida's presence in rap is without a doubt felt throughout history. With artists like Trick Daddy, Uncle Luke and others paving the way the movement still exists with those like Rick Ross and even DJ Khaled carrying the torch. One thing that does lack is the scene in Orlando, as they have largely been overlooked… Continue reading First Day Feature: Pressure Dommer looks to improve Orlando’s rap scene and get to the “Mula”

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Interview: T. Woods discusses “The Leak” EP, performance in London and more

When it comes to the state of Texas you'd be hard-pressed to find a rapper who is rising as quickly as one Seguin native in particular. Followers of the blog may already recognize T. Woods for our prior interview back in February. That was around the time I was being introduced to T. Woods' art… Continue reading Interview: T. Woods discusses “The Leak” EP, performance in London and more

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First Day Feature: Jay Dee breaks down the “Mud Drip” movement, talks new music and more

When you think of mud your thoughts may instantly go to the substances made by rain and dirt. Believe you me, while there is plenty of mud in the state of Mississippi this particular mud holds a fair amount of clout that is steadily building. Jay Dee and his Mud Drip Productions imprint has become… Continue reading First Day Feature: Jay Dee breaks down the “Mud Drip” movement, talks new music and more

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First Day Feature: SinClare discusses Little Rock rap scene, new music and more

Little Rock, Arkansas may not be the most noted name in rap history. Placed firmly between the Midwest and South, the state has a unique blend of culture but to say hip-hop has been represented in the fullest wouldn't be the truest statement. As we all know though all things must change sometimes and rising… Continue reading First Day Feature: SinClare discusses Little Rock rap scene, new music and more

Interviews, Singles

Big K.R.I.T. visits Sway In The Morning, debuts “Free Agent”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YpJjATrQPHA Coming off of a resounding performance at the BET Awards, Big K.R.I.T. stops by the house that Sway built for an interview. Among the things discussed include the aforementioned performance, K.R.I.T.'s re-introduction to being an independent artists and a lot more. At about the 35-minute mark Krizzle surprises us with the release of a… Continue reading Big K.R.I.T. visits Sway In The Morning, debuts “Free Agent”

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First Day Feature: Byron Ford discusses the “Singer Bars” project and more

Versatility is a quality that is very important to the soundscape of music in 2016. When you look at the vast majority of new artists coming on the scene they have showcased a certain factor of being multi-dimensional with their skills. From PartyNextDoor, to Frank Ocean, to Bryson Tiller, there are countless musicians blurring the… Continue reading First Day Feature: Byron Ford discusses the “Singer Bars” project and more