Back in 2017, Texas-based DRussell America gained buzz on SoundCloud for his single, “We Up,” done in collaboration with acclaimed and fellow Dallasite rapper Trai’D. Russell’s distinct image concept would be handled by Jose Fernandez of Marvel-affiliated Iron Horse Studios, who designed a complementary red white and blue mask for …
Read More »Math College Professor Turned Rapper Chad Rico Travels to a “New Level” with Music Video Release
When college math professor Chad Rico ventured off into the rap game, he knew he was taking a calculated risk. As an entrepreneur, financial analyst, clothing manufacturer/designer, filmmaker and world traveler, many wondered if the teacher turned artist could really pull it off. When Chad dropped his own brand of …
Read More »Nick Andre Releases New “Turn Back” Single
Accented with a lush bassline and evocative lyricism dexterously dispensed by Nick Andre and his featured guests Gift Of Gab, Lateef The Truth Speaker and Eric Boss, Andre’s single “Turn Back” is a contemporary rap thrill ride that takes us into the depths of G-funk rhythm before catapulting us into …
Read More »Single Review: Katiah One – “Tail Spin”
Katiah Lunn is a New York City rapper hailing from the Upper West Side. Debuting back in 2016 under the name Katia One with Mixkatape…The Hype, Lunn utilizes a uniquely classic sonic foundation of rock and soul, inspired by everyone from Freddie Mercury, to Isaac Brock, to Sam Cooke. Those …
Read More »Single Review: MusicbyKO – “Gotta Go”
Khari Owens is a rapper based in Oakland, California. Under the moniker MusicbyKO, he wields a barebones, but thoughtfully poignant artistic identity that encompasses a debut EP, a follow-up full-length, and over 170 thousand Soundcloud streams to boot. In a two-year span, such drive has catalyzed his consistent festival run …
Read More »Indie Artist Miranda Writes Becomes The Chill Foundation’s NYC Ambassador
Both uniquely entertaining, snowboarding and hip hop go hand in hand. And for many snowboarders, music is what amps them up when they ride. Being both an avid snowboarder and rising artist, enjoying a top ten spot on Digital DJ Pool with her latest remix single for over four weeks, …
Read More »EP Review: Jupiter Gray – Flowasis
Jupiter Gray is an up-and-coming force in the LGBT community. Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, Gray earns distinction as one of few notable transgender hip-hop artists, giving merit to an unfairly overshadowed scene within the genre. Her wealth of musical aptitude since teenhood has allowed her to persevere the …
Read More »Exclusive Interview with Hip Hop/Pop Artist G-Money
G-money is a Hip-hop/Pop artist with over 100,000 cumulative streams and youtube views. Opening for major artists, such as Lil’ Wayne, Kirko Bangz, and OT Genasis, G-Money is rising in popularity on social media and other major streaming platforms. The “#NoCommitmentZone” singer has generated a respectable online following, including over …
Read More »Single Review: Gage Tielr – “Emblem”
Just two years on the hip hop scene, Gage Tielr is steadily earning recognition as an up-and-coming talent. The Worcester, Massachusetts rapper’s two recent self-released singles, “Flight” and “Emblem,” have generated modest positive response, with the latter garnering the most prominence thus far. Both singles are to be included in …
Read More »Gallery: G-Eazy at Walmart Amp in Rogers, AR 8/11/18
G-Eazy performed to a sold out crowd in Rogers, AR last night for his ‘The Endless Summer’ Tour with special guests Lil Uzi Vert, Murda Beatz, Ty Dolla $ign, YBN Nahmir, and P-LO. The Walmart Amp was the liveliest bunch I’ve seen at a show to date, which made for …
Read More »Independent Artist’s New Single a Call for Love and Positivity
There is no denying that the world is in dire need of greater togetherness, love, and a lot more fun. For Hip Hop artist Miranda Writes, being able to inspire her listeners through her upbeat, playful tracks is what making music is all about. “Time to Time is about …
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