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Dre Carter is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after rappers on the independent music scene. Some industry insiders are labeling him as an “East Coast Nipsey Hussle.” His constant goal is to continually raise the bar and not limiting himself when it comes to style and diversity. His lyrical prowess and relentless work ethic…

Industry wars over money, publishing and royalties are common. And here you go once again with more industry issues. Chinga Chang Records better known as CCR Entertainment is currently frustrated with a recent label deal gone wrong. It all started with a potential deal with Dave East that Chris Schwartz wanted to do. With many contract…

Paul Rello is definitely closing 2023 strong. Hitting you with another visual before the year ends, he drops the video to “Glory”. Recently releasing the track online, Glory is that record that shows Paul’s journey of the ups and downs in life. Staying positive though, he’s glad to be in a good space and appreciate all that…

With the new visual coming soon, this is a hot record from new comer Paul Rello. We get sent tons of music daily, and only but so few actually stand out. It feels good to post something unique and different that sounds refreshing. Paul Rello from what we saw has been putting in some record all…

Albuquerque, New Mexico is the land of enchantment! It’s a notorious place for many reasons. It’s a long-standing isolated desert city that boasts the most murders in the state, car thefts in the country and the backdrop for infamous tv show depicting drugs and violence in the city called Breaking Bad. This cultural influence of…

Many fans have taken heed to the rise of Chico Smoke in recent months. Already co-signed by established music industry stars such as Swae Lee, Richfam Nate, Sauce Walka, Zaytoven and many others, it’s safe to say Chico Smoke has imprinted his name in the latest group of talented artists out of South Florida. “I’ve worked…

Incarcerated Baton Rouge rapper Lit Yoshi returns with the video to the smash hit first single, Head Youngin Ft, Hotboydue, off his brand new project LIfe of an Ape. Signed to Fredo Bang’s label, Bang Biz Ent, 21-year-old Yoshi is not letting his legal issues hold back his rap career! In fact, Yoshi spent his entire time on house arrest in the studio making sure he could…

Fredo Bang’s artist, Lit Yoshi, drops a brand new mixtape, LIfe of an Ape today. The incarcerated Baton Rouge rapper kept himself busy in the studio while on house arrest awaiting trial and today is unleashing 21 tracks of pure street fire. Life of an Ape is light on features – Fredo Bang, Lil Loaded, Sevenhardawy, Big 30, Pooh Shiesty and…

True Lyricist Formally Known As Young D Who Now Goes By D-Allen Has Just Released One Of His Most Impressive Projects In The Last Year,His Last Album Poetic Reflections Was Aggressive But Laid Back,But New Project “Ambitious Thoughts” Is Everything And More! From The First Song The Vocals From Featured Artist Cameron Foster Sets The…

AnChelo’s new single “A Night To Remember” is set to entice listeners in, bringing a refreshing R&B vibe to the table -A Night To Remember” Out Now❗️ When dying flames get rekindled And pieces that were once broken are put back together, creating endless memories and “A Night to remember” Link BELOW! 👇🏾👇🏾https://t.co/rxzA80Cp2gpic.twitter.com/q7oKJIBmPw — AnChelo…

Fall River, MA lyricist, Sinical, is back with a vengeance in this new visual for his single, Moment of Silence. End to end, Moment of Silence is a tribute to the era of hip-hop Sinical came up in from the Mitchell & Ness 1997-1998 patch on his Jordan jersey to the turntable scratching courtesy of DJ Slipwax. Throughout, Sinical…

Legendary lyricist Cormega delivers a heartfelt visual for “Essential” from his album The Realness II, which he co-directed with Kenneth Sousie. Havoc of Mobb Deep laces the production on the song with crisp piano, passionate strings, and a booming bassline, creating a memorable foundation for Cormega’s poetic wisdom. Get The Realness II now on your…

“The Grown Man Shhh video was very intentional in regards to depicting how the residue from being victims of poverty, mental health, cradle to prison pipeline thinking, systematic & educational injustices, domestic violence, etc can be overbearing on young minds but especially black & brown boys.  These untreated traumas become culture and have wreaked havoc on communities of color and…