Alabama rapper Rylo Rodriguez has just dropped his single “Benz Truck” under the Lil Baby’s 4PF imprint, and it’s not about the lifestyles of the rich and the famous. Over a slow burn instrumental of yearning guitar riffs and ethereal echoing vocables, produced by Quay Global, Rylo reflects on real ones lost and fake love gained and how both have served as constants in his rollercoaster rise to prominence, while displaying the clever wordplay that makes the Mobile, AL native a standout.
Greenville, South Carolina recording artist Dt$kii latest release is called ‘Elevator’ and the elevator symbolizes his feelings of stuck in his city with people that don’t want to see him level up. At this very moment, Dt$kii is planning the music video for Elevator and some other songs as well. He is looking forward to building his fan base and inspiring others with his career.
Xedgrick is a local artist out of Vero Beach, FL who changed the game with his flow and lyrics. Xedgrick grew up in Vero Beach, surrounded by an uproar of talented artists. As a young adult, he started learning how to play drums and piano on his own, which got him involved in playing for his church. Later he realized that he wanted to start producing music. Throughout his new found passion of music, he decided to learn how to produce and engineer on his phone. During this time, he taught himself how to create beats, and how to articulate instruments. Fast forwarding to the present, Xedgrick has created his own studio with his brother YNG Blikky which they use to write songs and create beats for themselves as well as some of the local artists in Vero.
Xedgrick’s latest song “Richard Mille” featuring J Papers and LoudPack Gladdy, incorporates a fast beat chord with a smooth and clean melody of piano. While in the midst of freestyle one night, Xedgrick thought about free-styling about his first ever big purchase he would make whenever he hit fame. Thereupon, he knew this was his next single to produce to the public. Including local Vero Beach artists, J Paper and LoudPack Glady, he reached out to them to collaborate on his new single.
23 year old rapper Yung Ro rom New Orleans, Louisiana drops a new track and video entitled “Bullet Proof” feat. Stunna 4 Vegas. He’s bringing a new flow from Da Boot with his catchy rhythms and . The Dreamchaser rapper was signed to Meek Mill in 2019. The rapper letting these artists he’s gone put them on “Life Support.”
Paper Route Empire artist Big Moochie Grape has boatload of charisma and money on his mind for his new project. The East Memphis rising star reps his hometown proudly with his new mixtape, East Haiti Baby, available everywhere now via Paper Route Empire.
Atlanta based emcee AjTheFlannelGOD is kicking his career into full gear. Coming fresh off the release of his “BeautifulLady” music video, he is proving that the art of chivalry is not dead. Since signing with the independent label 93 Supreme out of ATL, FlannelGOD visibility in the music industry has grown along with his budding fanbase.
To ensure the success of this release he tapped label owner and fellow rapper Tron Sagas as the featured guest artist in the “BeautifulLady” music video and single. The two came together to showcase not only the unity among the label, but also the importance of supporting each other’s music endeavors on the way to the top.
I had the pleasure of interviewing AjTheFlannelGOD to talk about his new music video, signing to 93 Supreme and what he has in the works next. See the full interview below and get to know this rising rap star a little bit better.
AjTheFlannelGOD Interview
Who is AjTheFlannelGOD?
AjTheFlannelGOD is a mode that I step into . Pretty much an alter ego. He is a more confident and outgoing version of myself.
How did you come up with that name and why did you decide to use it as your rap name?
I came up with the name back in high school when I was in Detroit. I was wearing a lot of flannels and button ups at the time and one of my homies was trying to roast me about it. For some reason I replied “I’m the FlannelGod” and have no idea where it came from. It has stuck with me ever since.
How did growing up in Detroit impact your decision to pursue a career in music?
I only stayed in Detroit until I was about 6 or 7 before I moved to Atlanta. However, I listen to alot of artists based out in Detroit as well as an artist in Atlanta, and kind of blended both styles together for certain songs of mine.
Who are some of your music influences that you look up to?
Some of music influences include Kanye West, Childish Gambino , Tobi Lou and XXXtentacion.
What was the inspiration behind your new “BeautifulLady”music video?
The inspiration behind the video came to me while I was watching the Five Heartbeats. I have always wanted to do a video that kind of put people in the mind of the Temptations/New Edition type of vibe. I had this hidden desire of being in a group so this video gave me a chance to live that out in the most creative way possible.
Talk a little bit about your most recent project Love Is War.
Love Is War is a very special album to me. I had a lot of personal things happening while putting the album together and all of that really helped me make this amazing body of work. I feel like this album is really me stepping into that mode of an artist and marks the beginning of all the other amazing things that I set out to do.
How has life been for you since signing to 93 Supreme?
Life is good . I really feel like I found a tribe with 93. Everyone feels like family to me. Not just the artists but everyone involved with the label to be honest.
What has it been like working with Tron Sagas?
Tron is my guy ! He plays a big role in everything that is currently happening and I will always appreciate him for that . He’s a great mentor to me. Not just music stuff but life in general. He is family to me.
What can we expect next from you?
Plenty of videos are in the works, along with the deluxe version for Love Is War which will feature about 10 new songs . A lot of exciting things are in motion right now that I cannot really speak on at this moment but I am also working another album titled HAPPYSADAF. I said Love Is War the album of the year but “HAPPYSADAF “ will be album of the decade.
How can readers stay in contact with you?
Readers can stay in contact with me on all my socials @ajtheflannelgod on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube & Tik Tok . Stream “ Love Is War” on all streaming platforms as well.
Press play below to stream AjTheFlannelGOD’s ”BeautifulLady” visual.
Beaumont, TX MC Big Jade bodies just about every beat she comes across with lyrical flair and raw bars, and her new single “Pesos” is no different. Over a triumphant, brass horn-led, mariachi-style beat, Jade cautions any opps that assume her pretty face comes with an ounce of grace when it comes to her paper.East Texas’ own Peso Peso aptly provides support on this track, coming straight at your neck with a hard hitting flow.
Directed by Dang Films , the video pays homage to the stoner classic, Next Friday, with Jade adopting the role of fan-favorite Baby Joker.
Madison Jay drops his fourth video in 6 months! The Slim Poppa gives us a 70’s inspired visual in “7 Heads, 10 Horns”.
The Carolina MC gives us his hardest flows yet over a silky Q100 Beatz loop. Visual provided by 919 Kane. Stream ‘Wake County’s Finest’ on all platforms and Bandcamp.
“7 Heads, 10 Horns” is the third visual from Madison’s ‘Wake County’s Finest’ project. Los Angeles producer Q100 drops the smooth sample and 919 Kane gives the video a 70’s retro inspired feel.
Watch the groovy new visual from 2022 Carolina Music Award Nominee Madison Jay!
R&B’s newest viral star Darius James will release ‘Life As We Know It’, an 8-track EP full of classic rhythm & blues vibes. The EP is available now for pre-order/pre-save and includes instant gratification with tracks Empty and By My Side.
This year is poised to be the biggest yet for the young pioneer. Darius has been performing across major cities in the south, spreading his mixed sound of classic 90’s R&B, and a new sound that’s exclusive to him as an artist. James recently grasped the attention of hit-maker and Grammy Award-Winning producer, Timbaland, with his viral remixes of today’s most popular hits. The producer tweeted “Beat Club! Let’s go!” to his 1.6 million followers in support of Darius’ music. ‘Life As We Know It’ is an authentic view of Darius’ depiction of the crazy world we live in. “I been going through it since a young dude… and lately, things have been getting crazy, I find my self fixating on everything they think,” he sings honestly about his personal struggles on one of his EP’s opening tracks.
PRE’s Kenny Muney releases his new video for “Cross Country,” he’s tapping into his vlogger talents as he shares scenes from his recent nationwide stint of opening for Key Glock on the Yellow Tape Tour. Catch the rising rapper flashing special tour footage as he floats through various flows over the thumping percussion and horn-led Bandplay instrumental.
