Texas rapper YTM Lilvent has continued to stay incredibly consistent and create a name for himself since his decision to take music seriously, just a short time ago. The Mexican-American act released a whopping __ videos in a years time and finds himself constantly going viral on various influential media platforms. Today, he brings us a brand new single featuring fellow Texas artists. Izzy93, Lil A, Lil M3D, and crew-mate YTM Lilvier titled “Nothing”. The Texan harmonizes his voice with dreary autotune in his signature style, rapping about his lifestyle with introspective bars such as “Ima stand up for something, my Daddy told me I wouldn’t be nothing, now I turned the tables and got to the money” over an angelic guitar beat which sounds like it could’ve been used by current rap heavyweights like Gunna or Lil’ Baby.
Fast-rising Atlanta rapper Jordan W. Carter has unveiled his new single, TORTOISE, HARE, AND SMOKEY THE BEAR, and accompanying visuals. The single is a standout track from his latest EP, Mr. Fun & Games, and sets up what will surely be another impressive year for the rapper, who is now based in Brooklyn, New York. With multiple projects and a string of live performances under his belt already, he’s been going from strength to strength since bursting on the scene a few years ago, and his latest project may be his best to date.
A classically trained musician that has been making music since Kindergarten, Jordan showcases just why he’s so special on TORTOISE, HARE, AND SMOKEY THE BEAR. Switching flows effortlessly throughout the track, it highlights Jordan’s dynamic and varied cadence as well as his impressive lyrical abilities, with his clever wordplay and punchlines standing out immediately. Enhancing the track further, the music visuals see Jordan oozing with star quality as he charismatically performs for the camera alongside friends.
“TORTOISE, HARE, AND SMOKEY THE BEAR” and the rest of Mr. Fun & Games are available to buy/stream now on all platforms via Jordan’s own independent label, Too Solid Entertainment: https://music.toosolid.biz/mrfunandgames.
A cult figure known for building bridges between the underground and mainstream, Xavier Wulf proudly charts his own path through the rap game. Today, Xavier Wulf shares a new recap video from his latest performance, where he brought out a cadre of devoted fans to a SoCal car show. The new recap video is set to the sounds of “TOP DEAD CENTER,” a highlight from Wulf’s recent GARAGE PUNKEP. Produced by Quintin Lamb, a producer and member of Wulf’s Hollow Squad, “TOP DEAD CENTER” is an ominous slapper equally suited for lowrider cruises, video game water levels, and haunted house waiting rooms. Economically annihilating the beat in a lightning quick 70 seconds, Wulf works a lockstep triplet flow as he annihilates his opposition in record time: “I remember when you didn’t wanna see me win/Now you pretend and lie to them as if we been friends.” The new “TOP DEAD CENTER”-scored recap video finds Wulf rocking a rabid crowd at a rare vehicle show, as the camera pans from close-ups of the Hollow Squad die hards to loving shots of the custom whips on display.
Rising US rapper G Peoples has returned with his new single, “High”. Starting the year off on a high, the track follows on the back of a string of well-received releases from the Dallas, Texas rapper throughout 2021, such as “Shine” and EP Mind of the Times. Building his fanbase with each release, G Peoples looks set to continue his growing momentum with “High”. The track is the first taster of his forthcoming album, Eccentric Escape, which is due for release this spring.
Proving what an exciting addition he is to the hip-hop scene, “High” stands out immediately with its infectious production and positive message. Enhanced further by G Peoples’ smooth cadence, thought-provoking storytelling and clever lyricism, “High” makes for a truly captivating listen, and it’s a track that will no doubt encourage and inspire listeners in the midst of what has been a challenging two years for everyone globally.
Speaking further on the release, G Peoples says, “‘High’ is a celebration for life and a recognition of how far I’ve come but still how much further there is to go. It’s about feeling high off life and is a feelgood song full of appreciation for everyone that helps me along this journey.”
Driving in his own lane and currently right at the top of his game, it’s clear from “High” that this rising rapper is a force to be reckoned with and is surely about to make some huge noise this year with the release of new album Eccentric Escape. With endless talent to supplement his developed sound and individual style, he’s still really only just getting started too, which is part of what makes him such an exciting prospect for 2022 and beyond. “High” is available to buy/stream now on all platforms: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/gpeoples/high.
Dharealbaybay is a rising artist coming from the small city of Monroe, Louisiana. The rapper has a new project dropping next month and it’s titled Mama’s 3rd Child. Since the age 11 bay has been making music and he’s been in love with it ever since. He started off playing different instruments and then he eventually found himself in the recording booth. Coming from a household where his parents are separated and he lost a brother in his hometown, he’s been using music to cope with his reality. When it comes to his music career, he’s been making all the right moves. He performed in 7 states and he did a music video with popular rap artist Fredo Bang. His project is set to drop the second of February so check out his latest music in the meantime!
Starsky releases his official music video for his record entitled “Out My Feelings” featuring Mississippi artist Master Jugg.
“The Magical Vibe From (OMF) Out My Feelings Came To Me (MASTER JUGG )on A Diverse Vibe. I Told Myself It Was Time To Switch It Up Starsky Walked In And Was Like That’s it There ! That’s how I knew we had one from the melonies that blame Swagg / Ys Trakkz Put In The Instrumental It Was Crazy. I Went In And Recorded The Song In 5 Min With Thank Aaron My Personal Engineer, He Stated That It Has This Vibe That Makes You Motivated & I Voluntarily Agreed.” – Master Jugg
Konfessions of an Uprising Female artist, Laniyah Westt: iTunes charting, gifting fans with NFT, latest single “Money Conversation” &the first breakout female artist to headline a show at KOD Miami.
Success is not given, it is earned. Laniyah Westt is earning every success that is coming her way. After taking a few months off, the new breakout artist out of West Orlando is steadily perfecting her craft. Florida is known for mainstreaming a new class of rappers. Laniyah has set a path of her own. Laniyah is the first breakout artist to headline a live performance at the world famous strip club KOD Miami. Laniyah Westt single “Money Conversation” made it to the top 30 on the iTunes Apple Music chart. On this single, you can hear Laniyah delivering ominous bars about her life that resonate to her listeners. Knowing her fans are the main driving force within her success, Laniyah gifted NFTs to the first 25 fans that pre-saved her new single “Money Conversations.” It is clear that Laniyah Westt is only getting started and 2022 has a lot in store for the music industry.
After previously releasing a 3-track effort titled DISCONNECTED Atlanta based singer and songwriter Lule has officially delivered his latest FRENZY EP.
FRENZY serves as Lule’s first full-length project of the year boasting a guest appearance from Generation Now label mate Seddy Hendrinx + production from heavy hitters Don Cannon, Lyle LeDuff, Hollywood Cole and Ye Ali to name a few. FRENZY arrives with six tracks in total.
Lule’s melodic delivery is smooth and connected from start to finish. This project shows the versatility of his pen game and the beat selection is immaculate.
Dubbed “The New Face of Atlanta’s Music Scene” by Out Magazine in their 2020 PRIDE cover story, ATL Rapper, and Singer/Songwriter Damez kicks off 2022 with the release of “UP DOWN”– his ThePlayers Club-inspired and Magic City approved music video, premiering Friday, January 14th, 2022.
“I think this video shows me like you’ve probably never seen me before,” says Damez on the colorful, upbeat music video that he edited himself. “I’m back with choreography – there are some dope looks of course, but there are also some unexpected surprises! There’s really something for everyone to enjoy.”
“UP DOWN” is the latest visual release from Damez’s ‘COVERBOY’ EP, released last June for Pride and Black Music Month. The visual is a nod to Atlanta’s strip club culture, opening with Damez pulling up to Magic City while Damez’s take on one of Dollar Bill’s infamous quotes from The Players Club sets the scene: “Stripping business started in Africa / Long time ago / Long, long time ago…/ and he saw all these ‘bootiful’ black women [men too] / Walking around / Singing / Dancing / Twerking / in the nude / ‘Bucked Nakeds!’ / You could see their ‘public’ hairs / I too went from club to club / to seek out these creatures / watching them perform in the nude…”
With the ongoing violence in the streets of Memphis, Lieutenant $hyne pays homage to his beloved brothers in the heartfelt tribute video for his new single, “Trials & Tribulations” which will appear on his debut album, “Destined 2 $hyne.”
“Trials & Tribulations” was directed by Chindeu “Mr. Chin” Ernesto. With delicate crafted lyrics derived from his heart, $hyne gives the listening audience a glimpse into the pain he feels on the inside from losing countless loved ones over the past few years. “Trials & Tribulations” was produced by Blackout and follows the release of $hyne’s blazing “8 Legged Freak” EP. Both are available on all streaming platforms.
