Whenever a song starts out with a songbird, you can expect something exquisite and Dre5K’s “Real” is no different. The singer he has in the intro aids his rhymes wonderfully and makes the delivery come across with in a heartfelt manner. That’s not all this emcee has up his sleeve though. He tells his story in “Came From Nothing” while he goes at it from a whole new direction with “Shoutout.” We’ve heard the heart, the struggle and in this one he’s more raw with it. He comes from that way again in “Shittin’ On,” while starting off with drama in “Kurt Cobain.” We’re back to reality and telling tales in this one and it’s a nice dose too. If you’re a fan of hip hop that’s real and not put through the pop-matic machine, check out Dre5K now. (https://soundcloud.com/dre5k)
With Darryl Sir’rah by his side, we’re starting this off with “The Life.” It’s clear with the hook that this is a California artist but Zay P himself and his way with words, he could be an east coast rapper from The Bronx. Again with Sir’rah, we hear a more Lupe Fiasco like style from this young emcee in “Made For This.” He’s more composed here than in the last and listeners can hear the man behind the words loud and clear, even though this is a chilled take on hip hop. From laid back to the club, “Keep It True” isn’t a song that would get things turnt up but it would get girls and guys moving to the back beat. In “With Me” it doesn’t flow as well in the vocal department as the rest when it starts, but it seemed like a hiccup as the rest of the track is solid. If you’re a fan of artists like Lupe, check out California’s own Zay P today. (https://soundcloud.com/zaytrigga)
Tha Tonic does his own thing, his way. “FHFM” is not the song I’d start out with if I was throwing a party, it’s more laid back and doesn’t ever really do enough to stand out. In “Cry” there is more to the music that it does a great job of pushing the song out in the center square more. Plus, Tha Tonic has more pep in his step this time around and doesn’t sound bored with his rhymes, but more content. Speaking of pep, it’s fully found in all places, “#Selfie.” It’s not the most popping track, but it has more personality than we’ve heard. With “Frequency” I think he’s finally found his stride for the style he’s going for. He’s laid back but this one keeps it interesting and intriguing from start to finish because of little bursts here and there. In the end, Tha Tonic doesn’t make that hip hop that could be mistaken for pop, nor does he come from a gangster rap background. Instead he creates music that’s his unique take with a laid back approach. If that sounds like something you’d be down to listen to, check out Tha Tonic now. (https://soundcloud.com/thatonic)
West Palm Beach Florida is known for their beaches and their party scene and with that, we’d like to introduce you to an emcee who is about to be added to the list; K Reezy. He starts things with “Jeep Song (Top Off).” It’s rap intertwined with a rock base and because of that you want to bust a move while headbanging. He’s got a light Machine Gun Kelly feel, but not as rapid paced as the boy from Ohio. In “Been Doin’ It” we get more of a party vibe. The last song came across as an attitude stricken track, while this one is more fun. With that, he takes an inspirational turn as we head into “Never Stop.” There are a million and one songs out there and it’s never not nice to hear one giving hope to listeners. Then in rolls “Bank” and we’re back to the mixtape feel, all about them Benjamins. It’s clear that when it comes to style, K Reezy doesn’t like to stick with one sound and plays around with it. If you like your emcees with a defined musical pallette, check him out now! (https://www.reverbnation.com/kreezy669)
Come next week Sylvester Stallone may very well will for his role in “Creed” as his most famous character Rocky. That comes to mind as Joe Sauseda spits out rhymes on his “Adrian.” He uses the infamous image of Rocky as he finishes the steps and it’s fitting. He says his “music is his Adrian.” And that’s a beautiful line in many ways. Creative people aren’t catered to often and often told to give up and do something more stable. Hearing only one song from this Austin emcee, it’s clear he’s making the right choice. His words come through with precision and there is skill in him. In “Forgotten” we hear that same level of goodness. He comes through laid back but he doesn’t do anything but entertain. With “This Is” he picks up the pace just a bit but he doesn’t stray from the skill set we’ve become familiar with. If you’re a fan of emcees that come at you with a realistic take on beats and rhymes, check out Joe Sauseda now. (https://soundcloud.com/sausedamusic)
Jaiz says he has hip hop in his heart. With that in mind, we start off with “My Victory” featuring Anna. She should be recognized for her great attribution to the song first and foremost. Now onto what he had to bring. He comes through with a good level of energy and both complement one another. It’s like when B.o.B and Hayley Williams teamed up some years ago. In “Angel” he’s flying solo and you can hear the passion in every line. Usually songs like this come through with ease, but this one is like a shark attack and fierce. An interesting move on his part. We jump to a completely different boat as we head into “Say No to Drugs.” This sounds like a completely different artist as he is more like a LMFAO without the dance beat in terms of overall packaging. As soon as you think you’ve got this rapper figured out, we get into “Rise” and are welcomed by a vocal performance. All in all, if Jaiz could only travel one route with little stops here and there, he’d be great somewhere between “My Victory” and “Angel.” Those two were great examples of what this emcee can do, so check those out today and hear for yourself. (https://jaizmusic.com/)
Lady Panth3r has a double dose for you as she just wants to “Satisfy You” with her first. It comes at you in the same vein that Ciara and Rihanna’s music do, through the airwaves and to the club. It has this hip hop element to it, but at the same time the music and beat allows it to pop. In “So Thick” Lady Panth3r slows things down and gets a little sensual with her delivery. You could hear both songs on the same record and there’s no denying they’re by the same artist, but they do showcase two different sides of the same die that is Lady Panth3r. If you like your hip hop with a side of club pop, check her out now. (https://soundcloud.com/lady-panth3r)
Michigan’s Ceo Carter is dishing out something quite different on his latest, “iCeo.” Starting out with the title track, he doesn’t miss a beat as he approaches the mic with an intensity and a fervor. Right after that “F**k Ya Mean” comes through with a drama building intro that finally comes through with a lot of attitude and a fine line paying homage to Gary Coleman’s best. Flint Po hops on “My Mind” and together they give that same attitude as the last but are more raw with it. Towards the end if “iCeo” we hear that familiar drama as “Come Up” starts, as things come to a close with a piano driven “Confessions.” This record is solid if you’re a fan of hip hop that takes an alternative route, check out Ceo Carter’s “iCeo,” now. It just dropped, so it’s hot off the presses and ready to go. (https://ceocarter.bandcamp.com/)
Burna Gramz is burning the competition. “Get It How You Live” comes at you with a solid piece. It doesn’t play games and right to the point. It has this very stern feel all around and is on point. In “Get By” we stick with that stern feel but he loosens up a bit thanks to the back beat. It’s not a song for the lighthearted though. Burna Gramz showcases the reality the streets serve up in his verses and rhymes through and through. We get scholarly and a little philosophical with “Dreams” as it opens with this monologue or sorts borrowed from elsewhere. When that raps, in comes the man of the hour to deliver a very easygoing joint. From the start, Gramz has been real with what he has to stay and I feel like that essence never drops off, especially with “My Time.” If you’re into rap that comes with a stern southern twist and a heavy dose of reality, check out Burna Gramz and find his latest on iTunes now. (https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/burna-gramz/id958770131)
Big Pure’s “Respect The Plug” comes at you like a delicious, balanced meal. Opening up with “Sandlot Gang,” Big comes out swinging and it’s a homerun. The hook is sick and continues to live on long after the song is done. It’s one of those songs you could hear as a theme or on a commercial for a brand. It’s got staying power. In “We Waxx” we slow it down and it’s a whole different story coming through. It’s more a story than a catchy mixtape creation. Moving onto “FMJ!” the energy level is brought back up and Big gets a little fierce with the delivery, but what remains is what we heard from the start, that hook. It’s a back and forth dance as we then lighten up with “Diamond Girl” and here I want to shout out the sweet music in the background. Over everything, that’s the star of this track. Closing out this record is “Maybe(M)” and it does so with some R&B notes and a lot of heart as things smooth over. For an album that has good variety of styles, look no further than Big Pure’s “Respect The Plug,” out now. (https://www.datpiff.com/BIG-PURE-Respect-The-Plug-mixtape.706145.html)
Atlanta has a lot of talent running through it and Mumbz is making sure it stays that way. He’s proving “Anythings Possible” with his track that professes it. You can hear that southern influence on the delivery as as well the beat. In “Knock Knock” he comes across softer than the last track, while “Hate Me” plays on some fears. It has this eerie feel to it. Almost horror movie like. We hear him step away from that in “Da Bang Bang Boogie.” This one definitely takes us away from “Friday the 13th” and takes us right into a club for a great time. While his vocals still have that grit, the beat really lightens the whole overall feel up. There is always a back and forth between the light and dark side of Mumbz, but overall he’s doing his thing and representing well. If you like your hip hop with some grit, check out Mumbz today. (https://soundcloud.com/mumbz-tonedmusic)
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Music is a way of expression. Preference of music depends on each person and mood one have. A good music should be a combination of good tempo and lyrics. But today, good music is not enough. Singer’s should come with a good packaging, and performance stunts. This adds up to their character which is in lined with the songs they write and song. With the song “this is my war” by Voice of Men, here are some points that needs to be taken:
