Maine showcases that east coast sound with this cascade of tracks. “The Chase” has a really New York in the 90’s, listening to Nas on a mixtape vibe. It’s very chill and straightforward while “2 On” with Ray Reid and Zik has more of a club feel thanks to the beat it encompasses. In “Forbidden Fruit” we head back to where we started and you get that this is an artist with a style that’s really unlike what we’re hearing in today’s music. He’s more throwback. If you’re a fan of rap that is more laid back and chill, check out Maine today. (https://soundcloud.com/maineboo08)
TTwyce is a pair of friends who fell for one another and now they’re taking their great teamwork and putting it to good use with a dynamic you don’t see every day. We’re so used to hearing a rap song with a female singing the hook. Ja Rule and Ashanti scored numerous number one hits with that format. That’s where TTwyce differs. Tameeka Wells actually takes on the rhymes while Terry Haskins gives us a pile of soul. Listeners can hear their unique take on the game with songs like “Equal Justice” as well as “When I’m With You.” They also shine with hits like “What’s The Next Move” and a shout out to the place they call home, “Brooklyn.” Those who love when hip hop meets R&B effortlessly, check out TTwyce today! (https://www.ttwyce.com)
Moneys World’s “Letter to My Savior” is a heartfelt song that combines the artist’s love of rap with his admiration for the man upstairs. It’s a great song that is well produced and really showcases his skill set when it comes to lyrical content. Those who find themselves loving the lord as well as rhymes will love what Moneys World’s is working with when it comes to “Letter to My Savior.” Check it out now and keep up with what’s what when it comes to this rising emcee. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-dGQNbGNqw&feature=youtu.be)
Many like to pretend they know about hardship to seem like they have an edge, and those people are quite annoying. You know the type, they almost always have a sob story about a divorce when you’re standing there never knowing your dad. Well A.G is an emcee who made me think about that when his “What The Know Bout” blasted through my speakers. It sang that notion loud and proud and it was picture perfect. In reality, that would be all he needed to make his presence known - but lucky for you he has more than that on his plate. The apparent thing about A.G is that his rhymes come out fierce. That was apparent in the first track and even more so in “Pouring The Syrup.” He does however have a soft side and that can be heard in the more romantic, “Can’t Leave You Alone.” If you’re a fan of rappers who keep it real, check out A.G now. (https://soundcloud.com/slum_boy_ag)
We start out strong with Devin Roman and his “Bout Dat Action.” It’s a laid back track but it’s the track that keeps on giving in that the quick parts that come in spurts give it some pep and life. In “Da Money” we continue on the same path. It’s clear that this emcee likes to take it slow and doesn’t overdo it. He’s not about the flashy hip hop that’s more so for the jokes in sororities, but more so for the purists that like that true hip hop sound. That’s apparent in everything from “Bossed Up” to “Bandz Shawty” to “Trap House.” If you’re the kind of person who likes your rap served up raw, check out Devin Roman now. (https://www.devinromanmusic.net/)
Coming out with “Fuc Da Patron” with Bigg Tiny and his confidant, Gwapdondollasign J Bonafied. This track has club written all over it. It’s not a hype track but it has a love of movement in a chilled way. In “Goin Ham” is the opposite in that it has more energy and the hook could make it perfect for getting turnt. Being from southern California, it’s no surprise Tiny has a joint about it. “California What It Do” has this beat to it that has a wild west feel. It’s subtle but catches your attention as Bigg Tiny lays it down. California natives are all about the state pride and may have a new anthem to stand behind. This is the best we’ve heard him sound and this is the track he could ride to the top. If you’re a fan of hip hop that doesn’t play but is all about a good time, check out Bigg Tiny today. (https://soundcloud.com/bigg-tiny)
Darkimdadon’s “Ghetto Livin” isn’t what you’d expect. The hip hop of it is much lighter than one would think when it comes to how it starts out. While it starts out light, the imagery and the rhymes that follow are anything but. It really showcases the modern day life for people in America from the #BlackLivesMatter movement to sex workers in the inner city. It’s quite an interesting track with a great message going on. If you like social conscious rap, check out Darkimdadon’s “Ghetto Livin,” out now. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCKGIKNn9yA)
J-Madic is coming at you with a couple of mixtapes and a whole lot of talent. “Guap” is a simple song. It’s not hard to learn and the simplicity of it makes it get stuck at the core of your thoughts but it’s not all about the hook. It actually has some pretty interesting choruses that have meaning. That’s just the tip of the iceberg with this emcee though as he has a couple of mixtapes under his belt like 2014’s “Madication” that features the likes of the very energetic “No More Hold Ups,” the chill ways of “Encore” as well as the hype of “That Guy.” He also has last year’s “Sick” which has an appearance from Star Money on “Oh Me” as well as the freestylings of “Seen It All” and “Real is Back.” If you’re a fan of artists like Juvenile, check out J-Madic and get some. (https://jmadic2012.wix.com/sbentertainment)
Screw City Hue is coming straight out of Texas today and bringing the realness. “Audio Dope” is a chill song. It doesn’t ever pop off in any way that’d make you get turnt. It’s just about kicking back and taking it in. The same can be said of “You Know” as well. We heighten things with “Nuclear Bomb” and the energy goes from relaxed to more dramatic as Screw City Hue delivers things in a whole new manner. We takes things back down and have a very serious tone as we head into “John Wick Flow.” What I like about emcees like this is that they don’t play with the trends and do things in a way that showcases who they really are as an artist, and are not just playing a part. If you’re a fan of artists who bring their true self to the table, check out Screw City Hue now. (https://soundcloud.com/dreadedhoustonian)
Phenom puts his heart and soul into everything he does, music included - and it shows. “A Little” opens with clean lines and a slick feel that makes you think, “Why isn’t this on the radio already?” It’s got this hip hop meets pop feel that makes it fit for the mainstream. In “Feels So Nice,” the intro has a throwback to a saloon in the west, but then it comes into modern times with the rhymes. Being a ’90s kid, I really thought this was going to be a cover of Usher’s “U Make Me Wanna.” Instead it was a song all his own. We started off on a high note and that’s where we’re ending with “Beautiful Symphony.” It’s fresh and has this great, light feel to it. It’s the perfect song to get into as the weather starts to warm up. If you’re a fan of hip hop with a mainstream twist, check out Phenom today! (https://www.phenomspe.com/)
Mr. Mobley can both sing and compose instrumentals. With all that talent - we’re on board. “Get Up Again” is an instrumental that keeps things pretty steady the whole way through, but then we get into “No More Slaves” and it’s here we find the energy and really get going. He’s really passionate in this one but then we get into “Sunny Days” and the mood completely changing. You hear a song that would likely be heard at an arts and crafts festival. With Lil he gets back to the rhymes with “War With Love.” It’s a street wise song with heart that could be this artist’s breakout if he played his cards right. If you’re into artists that put their passion where their mouth is, check out Mr. Mobley today. (https://mrmobleyofficial.com/)
Coming at you from Brooklyn, New York today is ATraxz. Right now he’s sitting on his latest “Young World” and it’s a good one. He comes at you with a slick beat that has you hooked from the start. It’s not one of those rap songs that come at you too hard, but eases into your life in just the right way. The hook is light and fun and you could hear it on the radio from time to time alongside Big Daddy Kane or on a mixtape featuring your favorites from today. Check out the hot joint, “Young World,” out now. (https://noisetrade.com/atraxz)
