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An Emcee embodies the heart of a rapper, but a rapper can never embody the soul of an Emcee. In a rap music world that is heavily saturated with superficiality and one dimensional rappers, one emcee is using his artistry to put the heart and soul back into Hip Hop. Harlem Rapper TruuWoo, aka Woo…

DJ Kayslay teased his new Accolades album last night with a huge listening party in NYC, and an exclusive YouTube drop at midnight with The Game on “72 Bar Assassin”. Check out the visualizer below, as well as Kayslay’s first official video from the project “Extravagant” featuring Raekwon, Sheek Louch, Ghostface Killah and Tragedy Khadafi.…

K.I.D. HELLCAT is showing off the bag in his latest visual release, “Money Up.” Previous releases found the Buffalo native and DMG (Douglas Music Group) signee more reflective; offering up glimpses of the troubled start that were the impetus for his grind. “Money Up” finds the 18 year old in a more celebratory mood, perhaps…

Setting up for a bright Summer, TEK of famed Hip Hop duo Smif-N-Wessun and former Ruff Ryders / SRC artist Flash (f.k.a. Flashy) have joined forces to create the musical powerhouse Culture Pushaz Collective. This multi-talented crew brought several emcees, vocalists and producers together earlier this year to prepare a collaborative album, and now all…

Reeno “The Mansfield Menace” just dropped his first music video “Jet Li”. The video was shot by @mvrko https://www.instagram.com/lilreeno/

Buffalo up-and-comer K.I.D. HELLCAT proves he made the very best use of his pandemic time with this follow-up to his viral introductions, “Welfare Baby” and “Bad Year”.At the outset the laid back, bluesy piano vibe of “No Games” sets the tone for reflection and that is the exact vibe the now eighteen year old was going for. “No Games” is just a…

Hakeem Romance (Al-Hakeem Aquil Thompson) spent most of his early childhood as an Army Brat traveling around the world with his parents who both were in the United States Army for well over twenty years. His father achieved the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 4 and his mother’s rank was Master Sergeant. His family had…

As anticipation for his next studio album grows, SATX’s Bankreaux releases this new mixtape #FREEKILL to keep the streets fed. #FREEKILL is defined as the art of killing without consequence, taking popular songs and production then dominating them in his own way. Bankreaux is out to prove there are few that can compete with him…

Waynehead is a determined rapper with national appeal. His music combines a unique style with witty lyrics, and a true passion for Hip-Hop. At first listen, it’s evident that this young maverick has the power and the talent to become a household name on the Urban Music circuit. Rap juggernaut Waynehead is one of the…

Captivating, dynamic and spellbinding are the words being used to describe singer/songwriter Sauvi DuVin. At times brilliant and at times unique, Sauvi DuVin is relentlessly engaging. Her incredible voice, magnetic delivery, and irresistible personality have already earned her acclaim among music aficionados globally. She is a wine connoisseur. And just how it takes time to…

California rapper 2Shun recently collabed with Calirue on his new single “Gimme Dat Bag”. If you’re a true hustler willing to get that bag by any means necessary this is your new anthem. Get familiar: Follow 2Shun: IG: https://www.instagram.com/theone2shun Twitter: https://twitter.com/theone2shun Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/eliterevos-2shun

Columbus, Ohio rapper Narvo just connected with Trippie Redd to make their new single “Trappin”. You can listen to the full Narvo EP on Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/album/narvo-ep/1496329443. In addition to Trippie Redd it features $teve Cannon. Listen to Trappin’ now: Follow Narvo: IG: https://www.instagram.com/therealnarvo Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtneJQmaeJ5bKIrJugq236A

Have you felt lower than low? Atlanta artist Bankreaux, currently residing in San Antonio, has returned with his latest visual, LOWA. The Bankshot Films visual shows Bank in his own element, showing the energy behind every word. Featuring production from Denzel Stone, the track serves as an appetizer for his next project Hate2Love, a follow…