Producers Jantsen and Mersiv have linked up for a new track, “Get Crazy,” an energetic slapper released on Liquid Stranger’s powerhouse record label WAKAAN. Drawing influence from a variety of genres as well each producers unique style, “Get Crazy” is a wild ride with twisted synths, trapped out drums, and heavy dubbed out drops that might just break your neck. With a slightly spooky and futuristic vibe this psychedelic banger is everything you’d hope for from this highly anticipated collaboration. Ejnoy!
New York City’s famed producer/DJ Baauer has recently resurfaced in anticipation of his timely and aptly titled new album, Planet’s Mad. He’s released the first single, AETHER, along with an out of this world visual accompaniment. As unpredictable as ever, Baauer has once again evolved his sound on this highly energetic banger that fuses elements of trap, dubstep, and other bass music into a spaced out tune thats unlike anything else we’ve heard from the Harlem Shake producer. The digitally animated video is an interplanetary journey that features humans and array of alien characters escaping destruction and finding their way to the ultimate space refugee rager, DJ’d by none other than Baauer himself. This one definitely has us excited for the full album, and hopefully a national tour, whenevter our own planet reopens.
Up and coming rapper AoDbabyface continues to gain traction with “Rooftop,” his biggest song to date, which has garnered critical acclaim and tens of thousands of streams. The ambient track features lo-fi filtered samples that create the somber mood for the lyrics. AO gets introspective as he examines his darker emotions from the lonely birds eye view of a rooftop jumper. The dark subject matter of the song is both honest and vulnerable, so it’s no surprise people are relating to it in 2020. Be on the look out for more from Kansas City, MO’s own Aodababyface.
Earlier this year in our interview with Hannibal Buress, the comedian mentioned he had some music more projects in the works. He’s finally surfaced with his third release, “Judge Judy,” featuring Ron Lamont. The track features an absolutely scorching hot beat from acclaimed producer Chrome Sparks, and while it’s obvious Hannibal isn’t taking himself too seriously, he low key kind of kills it with some auto-tuned melodies making for a highly listenable song.
Detroit’s EDM producer and singer Los Rell is back with a seductive new single, “Spell on Me.” Los walks a fine line between dance music, pop, and modern R&B on this enchanted record that features hypnotizing rhythms and bouncy instrumentation topped by Los’s smooth autotuned vocals. This track has all the fix ins for a fun cruise around the city, or late night at the club. Check it out and look out for more from Los Rell coming soon!
Multitalented rapper, producer, and prolific weed smoker ShoTunez returns with another full length LP, “The Pif Trap.” The 10 track LP is another ode to our favorite plant. As Sho states on the opening banger “UPPP,” he’s “never coming down.” With hard hitting drums and heavy bass, this EDM/hip hop fusion album is built to be played in a proper sound system. Too bad festival season is cancelled this year, regardless, the Boston MC has a summer heater on his hands. With only a few features, ShoTunez displays his diverse talents throughout the album. Check it out here first!
Electronic producer Megan Hamilton has joined lyrical forces with rapper Will Robinson on this year’s 420 electronic anthem, “G.R.E.A.M.” A play on WuTang’s classic, Green Rules Everything Around Me is a mantra for the weed smokers, the veggie eaters and enthusiasts of that color we like to call “green.” The track was released on the highest of holidays, 4/20, and it’s making the rounds now. Check it out!
Tennessee hip hop artist Noway has been making music for years under a previous moniker, and last year he reemerged with a newly honed sound and debut album, 13. The Chattanooga rapper is back with nine more original tracks on his new EP, P.O.P. Muzik. An acronym for “Prosperity Over Pain,” The EP showcases a multitude of styles flawlessly pieced together as Noway tackles an array of real topics.
Multinational artist Kareem John, better known as 30.2Much has resurfaced with a hot new single, “Antigua,” a hypnotizing record about that gets its namesake from a single line on the track referencing the gorgeous island he once called home. 30.2Much paints an image of his lifestyle and background with sharp lyrics on the verses followed by smooth vocals on the hook to keep things interesting. Blending subtle influence from the islands mixed with modern trap sounds, “Antigua” packs plenty of heat just in time for summer. Check out the single out on all major streaming platforms, and look out for an EP and his debut album “Kareem” coming soon.
Rising rapper J.Drive hailing form Youngstown, Ohio, is back with another new single, “Quarantine Vibes.” With a pitched up sample at the foundation of scorching hot beat courtesy of producer Dillygotitbumpin, J.Drive lays a confident, stream-of-conscious, type flow with clever bars and authentic content. J.Drive is sticking to his guns and living life his way, without regrets, and he’s letting everyone know. Check out “Quarintine Vibes” and look out for more from the promising young artist, J.Drive, coming soon.
International alternative pop duo N2BLU return with another new single, “Kiss Me Like The Devil.” Drawing from past romantic experiences Singer/Songwriter Jonathan Arceneaux croons over a stimulating, retro feeling sonic landscape from producer Konstantin Smorodnikov. With impressive chemistry the two create a unique vibe you won’t find anywhere else. Check out the song on Spotify and other major streaming platfothe lyric video below and look out for more from N2BLU.
House music sensation jackLNDN has returned with a brand new track, “Deeper,” the lead single off his forthcoming EP by the same name. The song is a dreamy exploration of our generation’s surface level experiences, and a longing for something more real. The warm vibes and natural instrumentation topped with Jack’s smooth vocals on this one will have you ready for some late night summer fun. We’re looking forward to the rest of the Deeper EP coming April 24th, until then, enjoy the single out now on all major streaming platforms.
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Up and coming recording artist clide is bursting onto the music scene with international appeal and infinite charisma on his debut single, “Broken Parts”. This accessible pop record displays clide’s unique voice and creative songwriting over powerful piano chords as a backdrop. The heartfelt ballad explores the emotional landscape of lost love, heartbreak, and thoughts of things that could have been. clide shows dynamic vocal range with warm deep verses that leap to beautiful falsetto melodies on the chorus. Garnering attention from around the globe, the young artist is ready to takeover Hollywood with two upcoming and very prestigious Los Angeles performances this month.
THE DEVIL is not the BAD GUY. THE DEVIL is really the GOOD GUY. This is a DARK COMEDY MUSIC VIDEO about opening your mind and having fun with fictional characters. “Religion is a tool that is used to control people. Some characters such as The Devil get a bad RAP because they didn’t conform. That’s what makes The Devil a HERO! HAIL SATAN! ;)” – Ateo Feo
Way before Drake shouted out Griselda Records in his now infamous Rap Radar interview, the Buffalo NY collective of Westside Gunn, Conway the Machine, and Benny the Butcher has been putting in work and garnering the respect of fans, critics, and artists alike. With a carefully curated aesthetic of super grimey beats, high fashion, raw content, and razor sharp bars, the crew has quickly gone from a boutique underground rap phenomenon to one of the most talked about movements in hip hop, hailed by many as the antithesis of the mumble rap sound that’s dominated the airwaves for the last several years. Now backed by Shady Records, and Roc Nation, Griselda is on their first major headlining national tour, and we were lucky enough to catch their performance at Summit Denver this week, where they performed slew of records from their various solo projects and crew compilations. We teamed up with the homies at TheyShootn to capture the unruly night. Check out the recap and look out for more from the mighty Griselda Records coming soon!
Birdd Luciano is a new voice emerging out of Chicago that is changing the energy within the city. After releasing his latest visual “Thoughts In My Head,” Birdd categorizes himself in an honorable class of rappers with his visuals totaling over 1 million combined views. Ghetto Blessings, sums up Birdd’s unique sound and diverse content, ranging from his hit single “Toxic Love,” Produced by Xcel, Thoughts In My Head to Top Shottas (Remix ft. HoodBrat) and more. Toxic Love is a catalyst track addressing relationship issues from the male perspective while Top Shottas shows a diverse flavor of Birdd’s versatility. Ghetto Blessings is an eclectic combination of producers Nate, Nefti, Xcel and Baron Galindo of story-telling fused with street music. Check out the album on Spotify, and look out for Birdd’s performance alongside LAHH HoodBrat on at Hip Hop massive Rolling Loud Festival on May 8th.
When we first saw that Roc Nations’s Rapsody and Rhymesayers Entertainment’s much talked about signee Sa-Roc were going on a US run together for Rap’s A Black Woman Created This tour, we were hype. Both artists have earned critical acclaim and respect from fans and piers alike, and it’s dope to see them join forces. We caught the Portland stop of the northwest leg of the tour at the charming Star Theater in the heart of the city.
Hannibal Buress is one of the funniest people on the planet. His effortless, nonchalant approach to comedy has made him one of the most celebrated comics of our time. With several hilarious on-demand specials on Netflix (and others), dozens of television and film appearances and writing credits, as well as few massive tours under his belt, the 37 year old comedian shows no signs of slowing down. Fresh off his NBA Celebrity all star game appearance, he just announced an intimate pop up event at Denver’s famous Comedy Works, and we got a chance to ask him some questions in anticipation of the show. Check out the interview below, and make sure to RSVP for a chance to get FREE entry to the exclusive performance.
