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7.8
New Music Critique: Giggie Surge
Rapper Giggie Surge really impresses us with multiple facets of his music, from the naturally effortless tone of his voice and flow to the continuously ... -
8
New Music Critique: Vincent
With a silky smooth toned-up delivery and unpredictable beat structure, Vincent is an exciting new rapper to watch. Although his flows are certainly influenced by ... -
7.4
New Music Critique: Whozini
Hailing from England, rapper Whozini is at his best when he’s creating a hook for a heavily melodic beat. This was evident on multiple tracks ... -
7.2
New Music Critique: Yd
Colorado-based Yd (Yung DeNiro) brings an altogether daring and distinctive rap attack that mostly avoids the tried and true. Take “Make Room,” for example. Set ... -
7
New Music Critique: Jazlyn Gold
Detroit-based artist Jazlyn Gold puts forth a strong, resourceful persona on her recordings, showing herself to likely be a captivating live performer at this point ... -
7.6
New Music Critique: Corey Morris
Corey Morris is a charismatic artist who shows he can be an emcee with deep, compelling lyrical content. We hear a Kendrick Lamar vibe on ... -
Album Review: Born 2 Rap by The Game (8/10)
"Game gets more personal on B2R than on any of his other official releases..." Born 2 Rap is The Game’s 9th and final studio album. Game gets ... -
Covers of "Happy Birthday" Needed by Music Licensing Company
Original renditions of “HAPPY BIRTHDAY” are needed by a Music Licensing company that specializes in music for content creators as well as TV shows and ... -
Album Review: Jesus Is King by Kanye West (9/10)
"Instantaneously the listener is brought into Church, as Sunday service is in session." Nine studio albums deep, and Kanye West significantly decides to release a ... -
7
New Music Critique: OB Swank
NC-based OB Swank brings his southern sensibilities to intimate, relatable songs like “A Foreva Thang,” a sombre, soulful swirl (with Kanye-style “chipmunk” backup vocals) where ... -
7.2
New Music Critique: Hippy LaFlame
Texas trap rapper Hippy LaFlame brings a murky, moody, lo-fi touch to a trio of recordings that each has a certain level of trippy trap-adelics. ... -
Live Review: Gangstagrass at The Mint in Los Angeles
Material: As pioneers of bluegrass hip-hop, Gangstagrass pairs a tight, comfortable sound with poignant and timely lyrics. Songs included “Long Hard Times To Come,” from ... -
7.2
New Music Critique: Esoteric Creations
The four artists who compromise Esoteric Creations still have a ways to go, particularly in the area of production, but they're clearly onto something. "To ... -
8
New Music Critique: Better In Black
Detroit brother/sister duo Junii & Natrol Black caught our attention with their brand of hip-hop, which delights in taking chances by contrasting competing elements for ... -
7.6
New Music Critique: Chevy Quis
LA via Minneapolis artist Chevy Quis has an ambitious vision for his music, which melds a bunch of elements, both musically and vocally, perhaps too ... -
Music Library Seeks Sports Instrument Cues with Hip-Hop Flavor
Epic orchestral-based instrumental cues with some hip-hop flavor are needed by a music library that’s currently building a new catalog, specifically for sports TV programming. ... -
8.2
New Music Critique: Kartel SCO
Kartel SCO has intriguing, atmospheric songs that sometimes meander but skillfully utilize catchy hooks and phrases. On “SCO” the artist uses a counterpoint setup—slow, moody ... -
Vince Staples Signs to Motown Records
Recording artist Vince Staples has signed to Motown Records via the Blacksmith Recordings label. The news was announced earlier today at Capitol Congress 2019, the ... -
Brandy to be Honored at the 2019 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards
BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) will honor singer-songwriter and actress Brandy with the BMI President’s Award at its 2019 R&B/Hip-Hop Awards on Thursday, Aug. 29. The ... -
7.6
New Music Critique: Zaydo
Artist Zaydo impresses us with his unique approach to hip-hop, forging his own sonic path with music that is not typical of the genre but ...
