Everyone has a story to tell, so sit back while DCP spits one out. “Visions” tells a great story of where DCP came from and it’s got a sense of reality to it that will be easy for those who had to rise up out of bad times will be able to relate to. In “Never Quit” the beat has a bit more energy than the last. It still has that inspirational tone though. Things continue to get more energized as the music plays. That’s the case as we roll into “D.W.I.” It’s not the most responsible track, but it does have a great hook. He drops a line about the Marriott and then we head to “Hotel Party.” We see what he did there, and we like the connection he can make throughout his tracks. What I expected from this one though was a bit more excitement. This is more a kick back than a party. What stands out as DCP’s strength is the realness of the lyrics. Like where we started and on “Only Human.” Those stand way taller than the more niche ones like” D.W.I.” and “Hotel Party.” Plus, the chorus of “Only Human” is stellar. If you’re a fan of Mac Miller and Wiz Khalifa, check out DCP today. (https://soundcloud.com/dcp_assocated007)
When it comes to making people listen, Flo Frazier is king. His style commands attention like no other, so let’s not waste time and get to “I Am Different Vol. 1.” The “Intro” sets us up for a record that smells of intimidation and that arome continues fast with “I’m Back.” Flo has this very masculine delivery and it makes your back straighten and you take notice in an instant - partly out of fear. With “Shoutout to the Haters” he’s joined by Black Collar Biz and Gates Montana. It starts with a little Kat Williams and then goes into a track that’s surrounded by a bit of darkness. Continuing on, “Don’t Let Em” calms things down a bit, but Flo can’t be tamed. That’s a lesson to walk away with when it comes to his music. If you find yourself checking out Rick Ross and Meek Mill, then it’s time for you to add “I Am Different Vol. 1” to your collection. So get on Flo Frazier now. (https://www.datpiff.com/Flo-Frazier-I-Am-Different-Vol1-mixtape.181710.html)
When a lot of the guys and gals are spitting it out fast, emcees like Alex Koncrete are blending rhymes with soul and bringing something else to the table. “Up In My Window” featuring Drummer has this swag about it that will resonate with fans of Drake. It intertwines hip hop with a classic R&B. So it has a balance of street and smooth. In “Dreams and Nightmares” continues listeners down that path with a very slow tempo run in the rhymes. Then comes “Stay.” It’s a cover of the Rihanna hit. It doesn’t sound too different than the original, only with a masculine vocal performance this time around. If you’re a fan of Drake, then Alex Koncrete is the direction you want to take your musical journey today. So make some time and check him out today. (https://soundcloud.com/alex-koncrete)
Dreadrock covers all the basics to give off some fresh hip hop rhymes. “Thotiana” is great because you don’t know what it is. It could be a slang term, or a name. It has a mystery about it that makes you not only want to listen, but have to to get the whole picture. It’s a bit more out in the open with “I Got Cash.” A simple concept everyone is familiar with a hook that won’t quit when it comes to the chorus. It’s more catchy because you want to learn it and master it. In “Just Swerv” Dreadrock brings this sense of anticipation to the table with a drawn out intro. We’ve had girls, money and now some herbal refreshments with “Get High.” This one comes across like a song you listen and get down to at a kick back. It’s not over the top, or too mellow - but just right. “We Made It” slows the party down with it’s laid back feel, while “The Same” works to bring the energy back up. Dreadrock is an artist who knows his way around rhymes, but will only get better with time. So check him out because he’s here to stay. (https://www.youtube.com/user/2tudrock/videos)
