D-Edge started out as a DJ on the radio and now has his sights set on having his songs spinning on the FM dials. Like a cat “9th Life” comes strong for you. You can hear the confidence in that one from the start and that plays over and out through the rest; like in the piano driven beginnings of “All Day” and the very hard “Controlled Substance.” You get a bit of a more laid back version of D-Edge with “How I Feel.” The pace and his delivery aren’t as BAM! It’s more of a chill free zone. His pal Smiley hops on “RockaBye” for a more upbeat track. It serves for a track that’d get you moving. If you like hip hop that’s chalked full of great beats and attitude, check out D-Edge ASAP. (https://www.mtv.com/artists/d-edge/)
Undeniable’s music is fact based hip hop for the purists out there. “Zero To Sixty” has a great hook that really makes you stay connected from start to finish. Napoleon Da Legend hopped on “Strap Up” to help out Undeniable. Together they take this one to the next level. The remix of “Pound Cake” reminds of me of Nas just because it’s so serious and straightforward by serving up reality realness. He worked with Joski as the producer on “There You Have It” and it’s a little intimidating but gets the point across. If you’re in the market for some real hip hop, check out Undeniable today. (https://undeniablemusic.com/home)
Tikki Famouz just made the ultimate song for those who are self-professed kids of the ’80s. “80’z Babi Anthem” is a high energy track that doesn’t dive into the decade, but more rather just offers up a quick, fast paced song for those who are ’80s babies to enjoy. Tikki Famouz is a hip hop artist, but she really dives into a new style with this one a bit, but remains fresh while doing so. So if you’re an ’80s child and like to move it, check out Tikki Famouz’s “80’z Babi Anthem.” (https://www.reverbnation.com/tikkifamouz)
A-Button is an up and coming rapper looking to you get your attention. “Chop It Off” utilizes Pac Man sounds with hip hop and it’s truly the best, and it goes well with his monkier. That one will be hard to beat but others can try. Others like “Black Out.” It’s a little fierce but didn’t quite go there. “Foul Play” on the other hand plays in an okay manner with a lot of shout outs to pop culture references. Then you have “My Homies Still” remix that is nothing but high energy from the moment you hit play. It’s sure to wake even the most tired in the group. “Born Stunna” is okay, but like “Black Out,” there could’ve been more of a punch to it. A-Button has what it takes, but just needs to go a little further with things. “Chop It Off” is where I’d like to hear all of his tracks be. (https://www.youtube.com/user/pressthatAButton/videos)
Neec and Zo got a new mixtape out and they’re ready for you to take it in. So let’s dish about “BootCamp The Mixtape.” “BootCamp” comes across strong and that’s because it is. When “Oh Boy” comes around there’s a back and forth between spitting out things fast and taking it down, so it’s like this up and down. With “Never Lose It” you get one of the best off “BootCamp The Mixtape.” “Bad Guy” comes across like a mystery at first but once things get going, you can’t help but bob your head along. There was nothing comical about “I Think Its Funny,” but it was a good song nevertheless. If you like young emcees like Drake and Tyga, check out Neec and Zo’s “BootCamp The Mixtape” right now, like right now. (https://www.audiomack.com/album/zo-3/bootcamp-the-mixtape-1)
Let’s get into what Esquire The Great has going on with “The Book of Esquire.” “Get My Piece” sets things up for a hip hop filled time, but on serious side of things. He has Reeno on “They Don’t Know Me” and it’s a good one, but then you also have “D.B.D.” on two great joints - “Hands On Your Knees” and “Diamonds In My Rims.” Back to his solo stuff though. “I’m On It” showcases some of Esquire The Great’s high points and biggest strengths, as does “I’m A Warrior.” When it comes to the best of the best on this one though, it has got to be “Top Of The Globe.” It was that hook and the whole package that really made this one the crowning jewel of this record. It could be on the radio yesterday. If you’re into artists like T.I. and Drake, check out Esquire The Great’s “The Book of Esquire” today. (https://soundcloud.com/bernard-esquire-lee)
You can hear New York in D.J. Ace and Much Finesse’s music, it’s that apparent they’re representing the East Coast. “Meant To Be” featuring Godchild’s Amanda Rains and Dianna Porter has that Neo-Soul vibe going on with a base in reality. They pick up the pace with “You Can’t Get Wit’ This” and have a more hip hop feel. It’s not Queen’s, but GIZA and D.J. Ace and Much Finesse to their thing with their own kind of “Pressure.” They drop the guest spots and just keep it simple with their selves on “Corner of the City” and they shine. It has a very old school hip hop aroma and you can’t argue that’s not a great way to come across. If you’re into old school hip hop that has a Neo Soul vibe at times, check out D.J. Ace and Much Finesse now. (https://www.reverbnation.com/djacemuchfinesse)
Ohio’s own Menace The Savage gives audiences something to hold onto with his bold hip hop stance. There’s something a little menacing about “One, Zero, Zero”…which makes sense given the emcees name. It’s a clever take on 100. I see what you did there. I didn’t expect to hear what I heard when “Fake 2 Me” started. It started with this Spanish guitar and that was heard throughout; different but pulled off well. Deja The Artist hopped on to help out with “No Love.” She didn’t give an R&B hook, but rather spit out her own rhymes as well. You can hear Booman bringing it with Menace The Savage on the forceful “Respect,” energized “Shake It” and hype “Til I Die.” He can do it on his own though and does with “Special D-livery.” Whether he’s playing well with others or on his own, Menace The Savage does his thing. If you’re a fan of Ludacris and Scarface, check out Menace today. (https://www.reverbnation.com/menacethesavage)
Mastermind is an emcee who knows his way around rhymes. When you got it and know it, you have to declare it and that’s probably why he was confident to create “Champion.” Musically it flows on an easy, learnable pace. Lyrically it’s simple and can easily be rapped along to. He gets a little help from his pal Pound on “No Pain.” I like the story being told and the reality behind it. The energy of “Back In The City” is hype and really caps what Mastermind has going on well. It’s really in your face but in the best way. You can’t ignore it. If you’re into hip hop artists who are mainstream, check out Mastermind before you do anything else today. (https://soundcloud.com/mastermind-16)
Bedford, Ohio is proud to present the rhymes and ways of 151Proof. “Do You Need a Baller” repeats that famous line from Jay Z’s “Can I Get A?” on a loop until 151Proof comes in and does it raw. It’s a nice throwback with a new twist. They about that party life and prove it with “Slumped And Wasted.” It’s a fast paced track that really gives you what you’d expect from the title. “Gemme Them Rackz” is probably 151Proof’s most gritty one and the best of the bunch. If you’re into artists who come from the Young Money camp then you’ll like 151Proof for sure. (https://www.reverbnation.com/151proof)
At only 19, Two Thymes is doing his thing to make sure hip hop is his life for a long time. Teaming up with Heavy-Lo, Two Thymes brings you “Fake Nigga.” Its beat but each line hits you hard. But all in all this is a song that doesn’t flow fast thanks to the music, but the rhymes alone. It’s got a lot of attitude and packs a bit of a punch thanks to the two men behind it. If you’re in the market for some new hip hop in your life, check out this young artist by the name of Two Thymes today. (https://www.reverbnation.com/musician/twothymes)
Teno Rick covers all the essential hip hop bases and wants to score a home run with listeners. “Can’t Fvck Witcha” really has a lot of attitude and is all about being the man when it comes to women, especially other men’s ladies. Other than owning when it comes to the ladies out there, Teno Rick pops when it comes to getting green and conveys that with one of his best - “Money Makin.” It seems like you can’t be in the hip hop realm today without a little something called swag, so it’s appropriate that he has a track called “Swag God” that covers that topic. He had Zoe Monroe help out on “Lyricnati” and it doesn’t really pop as much as the rest, it actually has a more demure feel compared to the others. Zoe does deliver some rapid fire rhymes though. If you’re into hip hop that can bring it but also can take it slow when need be, check out Teno Rick. (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF8T6R3lhqyV8Q28vFmqRmg/videos)
