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HYPE FILES - The Peter $un Interview
Fresh off the release of his new EP, "Phone Calls Gimme Anxiety", we got a chance to chop it up with Peter $un about art as an escape, the healing power of music & much more
Adonis Faison Takes His Talents to LA on “The Red Eye”
As a recent Los Angeles transplant, Adonis Faison is a rapper/singer, songwriter and producer who blends catchy melodies with a metaphorical rap style
The Next Generation of Artists are Here & Tr3 Taylor Is Making Sure They Receive Their Respect
Maryland-based musician Tr3 Taylor is back with a brand new album and mission of proving that he and a the next generation of music artists are taking over
"It is a higher power working through me" - The B. Thompson Interview
We recently caught up with 25-year-old Pop/R&B multi-instrumentalist, B. Thompson for an exclusive interview, where we got into his early influences, God-given gifts, and just why his music hits different
The South Bronx Has A New Hero: Sha EK (Interview)
Standing the forefront of a new wave of urgent, militant and captivating street rap is Sha EK: South Bronx’s up next
The Rise of Mobbin101: Hear His Music and Discover His Story
Rapper/CEO Mobbin101 sound is are resonating with fans all over the world with his unique blend of raw lyricism and storytelling
Capella Grey & Ty Dolla $ign Drop Off 2022 Summer Anthem - “OT” (Video)
“OT” continues a lengthy winning streak for Capella, who’s become one of New York’s fastest-rising stars over the last year
J. Brown Is On A Mission of Returning R&B Back To It's Roots: LOVE (Interview)
Detroit native, J. Brown has cultivated a new sound that continues to captivate R&B lovers. Tap in to learn more about his mission of love, working with Tank, and the excitement leading up to his debut album, "CHAPTER & VERSE"
Ahead of “The 11th Hour” IMVNI Returns with a Potent Slow Groove - “HELLO”
A vibey slow groove, “HELLO” finds IMVNI taking it back in the day Word Up! magazine posters and handwritten love notes ruled the world.
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
Nia Sultana Manifests"Bigger Dreams" with Debut EP ft. Rick Ross & Che Ecru
Summer Soundtrack to L.A. Innovator 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
Lola Brooke Switches Up The Flow Over a Classic SWV Sample with "On My Mind" (Video)
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
DaeShawn Forrest Unpacks Newfound Appreciation For Life On "Once More"
A perfect blend of Hip-Hop and R&B vibes for the summer, "Once More" showcases DaeShawn Forrest as an artist who is finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel after being in a dark space for so long
Muni Long Continues To Heat the Charts Up with New EP: "Public Displays Of Affection Too"
Breakthrough R&B star of the year, Muni Long just released the highly-anticipated follow-up EP to her 2021 debut, “Public Displays of Affection Too”
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