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DaeShawn Forrest Learns Life’s Never Too Tough To Give Up On "Transparent 2" (Album Review)

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The VON TAE Interview & "On God" Premiere

It was our pleasure to catch up with the budding singer/songwriter and rapper for another dope interview

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The Marqus Clae Interview

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White Dave Releases New Single “No Tip Toe”

A fire, bold, and lyrical extended play, Dave has effortlessly put out timeless music

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The DaeShawn Forrest Interview

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The Peter $un Interview

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Nalij Bone Transforms Pain into Wisdom with The Ancient Art of “Alchemy” (EP Review)

iving by the mantra “Listen Twice, Speak Once”, Nalij Bone bets on leaving his imprint on Hip Hop culture with motivational music that sets fire in the chest of listeners

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Summer Soundtrack to Bino Rideaux's "SORRY 4 THA WAIT II"

An essential voice from L.A., Bino Rideaux has not-so-quietly shaped the next era of West Coast Hip Hop. "Sorry 4 Tha Wait II" comes as a solid Summer '22 soundtrack

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Lola Brooke Samples SWV with "On My Mind"

Sensual and a major vibe, "On My Mind" is brought to life with a cinematic visual that cements Lola Brooke's knack for grabbing attention with her irresistible demeanor and lethal lyrical cadence

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