Street ActivistsStreet Activists offers a great selection great philosophy lead by the late great Tupac Shakur and high-powered blend of lyrics over a hip-hop production with a harmonic overlay
Energetic lyricist with diverse music curator, B.T. (The Artist) strives to build a memorable musical career one listener at a time. With his educational achievements and dedication to community activism, his new single comes to no surprise to his fans worldwide. Hip Hop at its finest, he delivers nothing short of pure off the dome musical amazement. Born and raised in Dorchester, MA, his music motivates a variety of topics but highlights community activism as his musical purpose. B.T. (The Artist) continues to climb the charts with his latest release titled, “Street Activists”. With many releases in his chambers, his flame is highly flamed.
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Celebrate is a high energy rendition of chants and motivation to celebrate. High powered voice and his pitchy delivery, this song is surely a classical form of creativity and very catchy for all musical lovers internationally.
No matter what production she’s singing over, Faith Walker’s vocals stick out like a diamond in the ruff. Sharp and effulgent, these harmonies will spin celestially between your headphones, with the final effect being your “Head In The Clouds”. With that being said, these Los Angeles-born/Toronto-raised songstress couldn’t have titled her EP better.
Embarking on this album destines you for an cottony, R&B joyride. Not only does Faith prove magical with her singing; but her command of the early-2000 aesthetic of R&B is equally top notch. She glides soulfully, wafting through production that forwards heavy-hitting drums, and guitar-tinged, chord-waving instrumentation. These elements give “Head In The Clouds” a musical purity and authenticity that is impossible to ignore. Soar into songs such as the title track, as well as “Love By Now”, “Catch My Heart” (feat. Orion Tukal), and “Enough Of Your Love” and the beauty of this album will illuminate; deeming Faith Walker a beacon for the indie R&B circuit. For, if one thing can be concluded from listening to “Head In The Clouds”, it is that this amorous woman is destined for astronomical stardom.
“You see the haters coming?! You hear the hate?!” They have made a legacy out of championing success. Albeit before, they leaned in a financial direction, with their latest single, Koinda Records is spotlighting a different avenue of accomplishment. Charged by the energetically phenomenal emcee, Ace Burns (who heads the label), Koinda presents “Boss Fit”— an anthemic banger aimed to push the ladies through their fall flexes and winter workouts, closing 2019.
Yes, essentially, “Boss Fit” is a gym smash; dedicated particularly to health/fitness and physical achievement. It sports a spirited, almost electronic melody that is boomed by 808s and trap percussions. Ace Burns blends seamlessly into this See See Beats-produced world of sounds with an even greater blitz of power; delivering a torrent of well-timed, motivating rhymes. Perhaps the biggest gym anthem since Kanye West’s “Workout Plan”, “Boss Fit” is a titanic tribute to female trainers and trainees worldwide. Likewise, it is another push for Ace Burns, and his Koinda imprint, towards spreading inspiration, with zero hesitation, across the globe.
The death of Maddie Finch, in the first hours of the new year 2018, shook the quaint suburb of La Harpe, Illinois in ways we can not adequately convey. When she was fatally shot inside of her home, the entire, Hancock County mourned. So strongly, in fact, that their grief stretched to the metropolis of Chicago, where an extraordinary emcee was moved to pay homage. That extraordinary emcee is Zip Dot; and that payment of honor is the video to his poignant, new opus— “Used To”.
This record braves such a command over introspection and heartbreaking emotion that few will be able to contest its overwhelmingness. A melancholic ripple of rhodes chords is peppered by the tap of kicks and rimshots; over which, this Baltimore-born, Naperville-repping rapper, floats with lyrical supremacy. With subjects ranging from thoughts of self-harm, to broken romances, and Zip’s untouchable faith in rap, “Used To” is a fantastically vulnerable record. It is the epitome of openheartedness, with a video whose tribute does it even more justice. For Zip Dot, Maddie Finch, and the Stop The Violence movement as a whole, give “Used To” a spin; and stay alert for the next drop this amazing emcee has in store.
Epic is an understatement. New Jersey - LA rap artist, Napoleon Born Apart presents the visuals to his latest single entitled “Rich Soul Not Regular” artfully directed by EBB Friday. This serves as a standout banger from his new 14-track masterpiece titled "Born A Trap". NBA floats over the uptempo and energetic trap production while explaining to listeners the importance of leveling up and putting the proper work and effort into your dreams. Spitting with the confidence of a young boss within a room full of beautiful women in mist smoke filled rooms with symbolic champagne toasts to the sky. Living out his dreams to the fullest! An interpretation of “Rich Soul Not Regular” is flexing your muscles and showing the world that you are close to reaching your potential.
Da Real EKG is definitely going up. If not by the zeal of his Dothan, Alabama delivery; then certainly by the pull of his recent release, “Elevator”. Nearly three minutes of high-class, top floor music— “Elevator” features two, slick verses from the Southern spitter and a succulent chorus from Breana Marin. Within the first few seconds of this record, golden chords will attract you; enveloped by a faint, yet heavenly vocal that fades in and out of the mix. Effortlessly, Breanna slips into this bath of harmonies, crooning phenomenally through lyrics that celebrate this song’s central subject: rising unstoppably to the top. For such, Da Real EKG’s verses are marvelous compliments. The Yellowhammer rapper, rhyming with a charm that only the South can conjure, adds a fitting spin to the record— detailing his myriad encounters with women, in the midst of his luxurious lifestyle. “Elevator”, by these two elements, becomes a sensual joyride. One where nothing matters but the rise, and whomever you’re enjoying it with. Looking for a smooth, playa’ love-song? Look no further than the latest from Da Real EKG.
The definition of an underdog expected to lose. Where the F.O.M.G Entertainment (Forever On My Grind) artist, NBJay is from, young black men are expected to be either dead or in jail by 19. However, instead of being a statistic this under dog is thinking beyond the trap, and uses his talent to propel him into rap stardom! On-the-verge artist, NBJay's new EP "Under Dog" is 5-tracks packed with money motivated hustlers anthems and trap gems! Stream the full project today on Apple Music.
Growing up in Miami, Florida, Mr. Walkinlick has nurtured an unbreakable relationship with water. As tides of both setback and success washed into the Floridian’s life he kept his eyes on the tides of the Atlantic; knowing his wave would rush upon the city soon. If his latest single is any account, that wave is finally among us, and Mr.Walkinlick is “Splashing On Purpose” in triumph. The product of over a decade spent honing his craft, since days enrolled in North Miami High School, “Splashing On Purpose” is overflowing with mainstream potential. The seraphic vocal of a female sample, winged by the melody of pristine guitars, leads the four-minute, summertime banger. Eventually, the Stack House Entertainment signee himself is baptized within the ocean-like production; delivering a relaxed, Miami-accented chorus over titanic percussion. Mr. Walkinlick uses “Splashing On Purpose” to celebrate his current success, and prophesize even more prosperity. Over hats, snares and 808s, the Southern rapper delivers the ideal anthem for each and every one of us who are out here, and undeniably on our grind. This single is as motivating as it is luxurious; and if Mr. Walkinlick’s determination is anything akin to what his lyrics present, it is destined to chart. Press play, dive in, and try not to drown to your new, summer banger— “Splashing On Purpose”.
California alternative rap artist and producer Does Matter delivers his latest album, West Toast, that features 25 exclusive tracks. Reminiscent of early Odd Future and Lil B, his sound ranges from experimental to dark to strange as he pretty much does whatever he likes on each song. What stands out throughout the album Does Matter’s shocking lyrical content that can either get a little scary, a little kinky or a little out there, hence the outer space theme on the album’s artwork. Although his voice mainly stays in a 21 Savage-like monotone throughout West Toast, Does’ energy level picks up a bit on tracks like “Here to Freestyle the Freestyle” where he shows up to drop some hot ones over hard-hitting, bass-heavy production. A highlight on the album is the closing track “Rich with No Money, Famous with No Fame” that has a mean bassline and displays a more energetic Does with one of the waviest flow on the project. If you’re looking for something totally out of the ordinary and strangely cool, check out Does Matter’s West Toast today.
Man-E Man knows exactly what he is doing. Not only is he authentically conferring himself through the music he’s presenting, but he is likewise bringing a new sound to Oakland, California; and “Maintain” is three minutes of absolute proof. Coupled with a vivid music video, featuring the510man cooling in his Bay Area abode, “Maintain” is a colossal, West Coast offering. It barters the Hyphy bounce that The Town immortalized, for the rumbling and rhythmic sensibilities of modern-trap; morphing “Maintain” from the danceable single it would have been, into a street-hardened anthem. Yet, you should not mistaken this appeal to our modern climate of Hip-Hop, for an abandonment of Oakland rap. No, Man-E Man makes certain that his home turf is equivocally represented, proffering lyric after lyric dedicated to the 510. The attitude and energy of O-Town is undeniable on this record; delivered over rolling 808s and an ominous melody, through the placid inflection that the lot of our West Coast greats are known for. As vehemently as the likes of Too Short, Philthy Rich, and Mistah F.A.B, Man-E Man also lyrically crusades for Oakland’s recognition. And he’ll be damned if, after this titanic single, Hip-Hop’s new school does not acknowledge what the Bright Side of the Bay has to offer.
His latest mixtape is on the way, and in that vein, Jody Moet could not resist giving us a taste. That taste is “Hold Up”: a bubbly, yet torrid showcase of this Northwestern emcee’s lyrical and emotional capacity. Being one of the most recent drops from his projected full-length, LIONHEARTED, it should come as no surprise that this three-minute banger completely embodies the spirit of his mixtape’s title. Sidestep the tropical essence of “Hold Up”’s melodies and instrumentation, and you are left with growling 808’s, prancing percussions, and a roar of relative rhymes. For, within these well-rapped verses, Jody Moet bears the dint of his lion-esque soul. He has been betrayed and abandoned more times than he can count; yet, just as the trap drums continue to beat throughout the mix, so has his heart, throughout every turmoil he’s encountered. This determination to survive and overcome, that he reminds us of with every bar he delivers, is no different from the king of the jungle’s; proving that Joey Moet is the LIONHEARTED himself. “Hold Up” is a motivating anthem in that regard. A three-minute reminder that you too can overcome life’s catastrophes, no matter their capacities. In need of a banger whose message is just as great as its groove? Look no further than “Hold Up”; and keep your ears open for LIONHEARTED, dropping June 28th.
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