504Gully is definitely one to watch when it comes to the hip hop scene. Have you been looking for a song to turn your partner on? Look no further than “Celebrate Your Body.” It had this great pace to it that was sensual and clean all at the same time. One of the best to come from 504Gully is “Slick Talk.” This guy knows his way around a hot track. He takes a step away from his usual subject manner, well at least the kind from the aforementioned, when he dives into the sentimental ways of “Farewell.” The hook is what makes “Love Don’t Live Here” pop, as is the case with “Hollywood.” If you’re into artists like Drake and August Alsina, then you need to do yourself a favor and check out 504Gully. (https://www.reverbnation.com/504gully)
ATM is an emcee who with a lot under his belt who just wants you to dig in. “Macho Man” starts out with a conversation, but then drops into a song that has a beat like an old school track, but the lyrics come through with a modern likeness to it. His vocals are great and never let you down. Then you have “Last One” featuring Kallay and Rasta Kelly. It starts with this almost reggae feel but then that quickly dies down and it has a very hip hop feel that is strong. You can live out your fantasies with ATM and Dame Vegas’ “Hit the Lotto,” while adopting “Player of the Year” as your own - if you feel you deserve that title. “Lotto” sounds like a darker, less radio friendly Ludacris. ATM brings forth a force to be reckoned with his music and it’s great for those who like hip hop that’s harder than most. (https://www.yungatm.com/)
Stan Zedler does it all, he writes books, slams poetry and even busts out some rhymes. So let’s focus on his musical aspects now. “Zedler” is a beat laid over talking with some rhymes. It sounds scary at times, like something a bit intimidating from Zedler’s end. “Wanted” isn’t as harsh as the last, but it still packs a punch and doesn’t play games. Once you get to “Audition” you’ve found a steady footing with this emcees style and you can expect rapid fire lyrics coming at you with a sense of anger. After all that, the “Grey” comes through like a misfit. It’s demure and has none of the aforementioned elements. Then things pick back up and get to normal with “Derelict” featuring Tenski. It’s one of the best ones with a shout out to “American Horror Story.” Then we go back to that weird, experimental place with “Sunflowers & Roses.” It sounds like something from “American Horror Story.” It has a horror/suspense feel to it. If you’re into hip hop that can get a little obscure but still has that true blue base, check out Stan Zedler now. (https://www.stanzedler.com/)
Samtheoriginal is a young emcee from Richmond, Virginia who has a good grasp on things. “Money” is straight to the point in the hook, they got money. The choruses give audiences more to chew on. It’s quick and easy and has a youthful demeanor like something you’d hear from Tyga. Samtheoriginal brings something new to the table with “Cold Winter.” This one follows an interesting pace, but it seems to stop abruptly at a weird point. Is that to keep listeners wanting more? The best of the bunch is “DayDream.” It holds your attention from the starting line and doesn’t let up until it comes to a grand finale. If you like young emcees like Tyga and Wiz Khalifa, check out Samtheoriginal. (https://www.reverbnation.com/samtheoriginal)
J-RIGGG showcases the soft and hard side of himself. “Special” is a hardcore love song. It sounds like this aggressive piece, but listen to the lyrics and you’ll find heart underneath it all. With “Music Is My Medicine” the mood lightens just a bit in the beat but J-RIGGG still comes at you harder than ever. You feel like you’re a part of the crowd with “It’s Still My Time” as it’s got the live element going on. The ivory intro really adds a sense of class to the whole piece and what follows is on point. If you were to ask J-RIGGG what you needed, he’d probably just lay down “What You Need.” This one comes at you with a little R&B feel tossed in. If you like artists who can encompass professionalism, street smarts and beats, then you have to check out J-RIGGG. (https://www.jriggg.com/)
Shneal is a hip hop artist who is all about the revolution. Tellingbeatz helped out behind the scenes of “Howl” and was smart to incorporate the natural sounds of wolves on the track. When Shneal kicks in after the moon loving creatures it follows this slowed down beat that’s as serene as a night sky. That same idea translates over to “Don’t You Forget” as well. Drama AKA Treason hops on “Dangerous,” which starts out with a monologue by neither of the emcees. Then it busts into a track that steps it up a bit from the last two as far as the pace goes. It’s clear that Shneal has a real message behind his music as that isn’t the only track that starts with words with a higher meaning and intellect. You can find that on “Bird’s Eye View” as well. Drama AKA Treason is back for “Freedom” and they go after the man in this one. If you like hip hop that really has something to say, then you have to check out Shneal today. (https://www.reverbnation.com/shneal)
Mog Musick is an emcee from Georgia who sounds like he has a secret to tell. “Eddie Kane” starts off with a whisper and an inticing beat. It has this element of surprise that keeps you waiting for something big to explode. It might remind people of theYing Yang Twins’ “Wait (Whisper Song).” It follows the same pattern the whole way but gets a little different towards the end. The beat though definitely allows for it to be what some may call a “booty clapping” song, so those looking for that, will want to check out Mog Musick’s “Eddie Kane” today. (https://www.reverbnation.com/mogmusick)
Mista Mutt plays it cool in his music. “I’m The One” gets you moving from the start and then allows you to groove as he lays down what he has to say like a newlywed couple; nice and slow. Starting with a giggle and a laugh, “Come On Wit It” takes a second or two to get started but once it does it sounds like an old school Snoop song. That’s the feel you’ll get with that one, and with “I Do My Dance” you’ll get served up a case of swag realness. Rounding things out is “It’s Pimpin Over Here” and its the best Mista Mutt has to offer. All the elements are in place and it’s definitely the one with the hook to keep you attached for days. If you like hip hop that has a little cool cat flavor, check out Mista Mutt now. (https://www.reverbnation.com/mistamutt)
Mista McFly’s “Fat Fly & Fresh Vol. 2” is a record chalked full of hits ready to fill a hip hop void in your life. This guy has seen and done some things and he reflects on the hype “Crazy Life.” When it comes to “Pretty Girl” it doesn’t have a pretty base, but it does get the point across as a sort of love song. Then you get the polar opposite with “Pole Patrol” featuring Breeze. It’s actually one of the most fun tracks on the record. The energy never quits and it’s got this exciting factor to it. There are a lot of elements involved that it causes you to always hear something new. While that one’s possibly the go-to, “Hustle All Day” comes close as the anthem of the record. If you’re into hip hop that doesn’t stop, then you have to check out Mista McFly’s “Fat Fly & Fresh Vol. 2.” (https://www.mistamcfly.com/#!home/c1wp0)
Know1edge Muzik brings the heat with his Arizona self. “Look At Me” has “got it right” written all over it. From start to finish, it’s all good in Know1edge Muzik’s hood. The beat to “Black Ice” has this kind of eerie feel to it. It almost sounds like a horror movie about to explode with intensity. That tension builds as Muzik just rhymes over it without a care of what’s creeping below the lyrics. “Pledge Allegiance” just plays it safe, while “I Stack Books” steps it up and makes you pay close attention with its raw energy. If you’re into hip hop that’s all about creating a mood, check out Know1edge Muzik. (https://www.reverbnation.com/know1edgemuzik)
Flaco Fair brings that southern hip hop to life. “No Whips No Chain” produced by Romearound showcases what Fair can do and it’s on point. He stands firm and delivers a steady performance the whole way through. With “Wristband” you get a song that sounds straight from the streets. It had a raw energy about it that causes listeners to really gravitate towards it. With #GringGang by his side Fair goes harder than he ever had with the dutifully titled, “Go Hard.” The feel of the whole thing really serves up a good time for those tuning in because you can hear how much the guys are really doing it up for audiences. So if you’re into artists like Wiz Khalifa and Lil Wayne, make sure to check out hip hop’s next dominator, Flaco Fair. (https://www.youtube.com/user/flacofair/videos)
Sir Plus called New York home but then headed to North Carolina to make way for himself in the rap game. “Be With Me” featuring Deja Bluu sounds like a song that’s already on the airwaves. It’s well crafted and takes the best from an R&B standpoint and adds in a little flow to make for a track that just feels right. Sampling the Eddie Murphy classic, no really it’s a shame he didn’t do more in music, Sir Plus puts his spin on “Party All the Time” with his own “All She Wanna Do Is (Party All the Time).” Things take a turn for the serene with “Calm Down” as the feminine touch offers up a chill feel the whole way through even with Sir Plus bringing it in the rhyme department. He then takes on a more recent hit, Gotye’s “Somebody That I Used to Know.” It’s crazy that we haven’t heard a peep from that artist in years, but that’s okay because Sir Plus is doing his thing with the onetime chart topper and giving it another life. Whether he’s taking on others’ or doing his own thing, one thing’s for sure - Sir Plus brings his a-game every time. He’s an indie emcee to keep an eye one for sure so make sure to check him out if you’re into artists like Lupe Fiasco. (https://www.reverbnation.com/sirplus)
