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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

Got a second to check out your favorite new emcee? Alright, let me introduce you to DJ Crisis. No matter if it’s legal or not, pot is a relevant topic in hip hop forever and always and that’s the case with “Marijuana Time.” It’s a good song to get the herbal party started, if that’s what you’re into. “Birthday Song” starts off alluding to smoking one up, but then gets into this aggressive song about it being your day of birth. Hey, when the simple “Happy Birthday” won’t do…this one could. The start of “Biggest Fan” that serves as the hook pushes this one to the forefront as the best. It’s a love song done in a really cool manner. The rhymes in “Conscious Thought” are on point and this one has a more serious tone than the others. The truth about DJ Crisis is that he raps about every topic under the sun and does it in a manner that’s serious, but he can let loose when it comes to pot culture and love. Make sure to check DJ Crisis out now. (https://soundcloud.com/djcrisisz)

Enough SaiD tells it like it is and gives nothing but 110% in his rhymes. Every rapper seems to have a song that really conveys what they are about and who they are and for SaiD, it’s “Going In.” Then you get into the tracks from “The Love Of Music” and hear his range. “AYE LA” is a fast and fun track, while “Polo Down” has a darker feel. In just those two songs you can see how Enough SaiD really spans the spectrum of what he’s capable of doing. I think “Incredible,” although simple with the hook, is one of the better to come from this guy. It really tells a clear tale and sounds good the whole way through. I say that and then stumble upon “Wake Up,” and that too is a great one with a good lesson at the forefront. If you like hip hop that can give you a well thought out idea and also is entertaining - has that balance - check out Enough SaiD today. (https://www.reverbnation.com/enoughsaiddp)

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)

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)

There’s just something about Dominique Larue that can’t be contained. She releases this energy you can’t help but take in when you hear her rhymes. “Attucks” is the first song you’ll stumble upon from this emcee and it’s a good one. It starts off kind of slow, leading you to believe it might just be a beat but then Larue comes through and kills it. She does the same with “So Vivid” and “Seems Like Heaven.” All three were produced by Maja7th and have this ’70s feel in the in all the intros. As for songs that featuring musical pals…“Freedom” with Micah Robinson on board plays like Neo Soul, and M-Dot and BoyCott Blues give a little more laid back street vibe with the “Circulate” remix. Dominique can shine on her own though in tracks like “The Boulevard,” “Dream” and “Grammy Family.” If you’re into artists like Gavlyn and Oh Blimey, check out Dominique Larue today. (https://www.reverbnation.com/dlaruemusic)

Still a young guy, Dabron Kain sounds like a vet in the hip hop scene and it’s only a matter of time before the world knows his name. Remember Lupe Fiasco? Well I’m not sure where he’s been but at least we have Kain around with “Feel Me” to feel that void. K.E.N. The Rapper hops on “Cypher of a Don (Real Hip Hop)” to bring a force field of fast paced rhymes that don’t quit. Capping things off with “The Message (Wakeup Call), it’s clear that Dabron Kain isn’t messing around with what he’s ready to do with his life. He’s not some kid with a delusional dream, but an artist with killer lines and the oomph to back them up. If you’re into passionate hip hop that has that mainstream feel, check out Dabron Kain today. (https://www.reverbnation.com/dabronkain)

Over in New Jersey sits O.V The Caribbean King, a man who takes what he sees and puts it on a hip hop plain. “Run Away” is a song you have to play a few times to really take in everything he is tossing out, in a good way. You want to be engulfed in the tale he’s telling. With “Judge Me” there’s this good hook in that really allows for this one to get stuck in your head after one listen. The rhymes are good from O.V The Caribbean King, but he was smart to add that R&B flavor. Then things round out with “The Prophet.” If these three were competing in the Olympics, it’d be a close race but this one would go home with the bronze. If you’re looking for some East coast rap, check out O.V The Caribbean King sooner than later. (https://www.jango.com/music/O+V+The+Caribbean+King?l=0)