J Ware is a proud Texan and shows it. “Live In The South” showcases that home town, well home state pride as he goes hard for Texas. Other than that the song really plays on the title as the hook and had this kind of baritone voice that delivers it and balances out J Ware’s normal vocal delivery. If the Lone Star state was looking for hip hop anthem, they might want to put J Ware’s ode on the ballot. (https://www.jango.com/music/J+Ware?l=0)

Gladiator Muzick is a music man from Wichita, Kansas who blends the worlds of hip hop and RB flawlessly. “Never Judge” preaches the one of the biggest lessons we’ve all heard growing up. It’s a positive message set to a sick track. Speaking of sick, “Mr. DJ” offers up something that’s got a cool flow and the hook doesn’t quit. That’s really what makes this song stand up tall. The feel of that song plays well into “Loose Leaf” as that soulful; old school R&B guides this track as well. You better make sure not to forget “I Remember” because it shows the softer side of Gladiator Muzick and what he can do. You don’t get much in the lyric department but it plays like a chill time; like you’re in the club moving to it but not too much or too little, just right. If you’re into rappers who can go toe to toe with the best out there and put up a fight, you’ll want to be on Gladiator Muzick’s side. (https://www.reverbnation.com/gladiatormuzick)

Out in Ohio sits Mekho, an emcee who does what can to stand out in the Midwest. “Triple HHH (Plexxin’)” references exactly what you think it does - wrestling. Anyone who grew up on ’90s wrestling when it was still the WWF knows that Triple HHH is one of the best and to refer to him in song means you view yourself as something worth something. With “I Know” you have this intro that almost sounds like it’d get into an ’80s song but then the beats come through and transform it into a hip hop song. There are never any lyrics that bust through, but the beat’s killer. “Seen All That” is actually about the opposite while “Wayfarers & Firearms Vol. 1” is one of Mekho’s best. It just has all its stars aligned and delivers a well-rounded track for listeners to enjoy. If you’re into hip hop that has all the elements in place, check out Mekho now. (https://soundcloud.com/itsmekho)

Domi Dow Jones is a rapper who keeps it cool. “Southerplayalistic” sounds like something out of the hood version of “Mary Poppins” on the surface, but inside you won’t find anything that’s as much of a tongue twister as one would’ve assumed. Ironically it’s pretty easy to keep all your attention turned to “ADHD.” It starts out slow and continues on that swag path. Dark-Keys joins Domi on “Thank God” and those two together create a great song that has this cutesy start that’s like a chipmunk, and all in all it’s one of those songs you can put on repeat for a week straight and never get bored with. Up until now it’s been pretty calm, but then “Merry Go Round” turns things up and proves Domi can get hype. If you’re into hip hop that’s radio ready and into artists like T.I., check out Domi Dow Jones roday! (https://www.domiglobalmusic.com/index.html)

Chocolate Boy Entertainment is a group of emcees who embody that old school hip hop feel while still keeping it modern thanks to producer SL 500. He works hard to bring the best out of artists and it shows. “Flyin High” is definitely a party song. It has all the pieces that make up the perfect get-together, it’s just put to a hefty beat. With “Stage Fright” you get an almost video game like sounds throughout as the lyricists lay their game over. When in doubt these guys remind you to keep on going with “Never Give Up.” It’s a little intimidating, but then you can see it like the drill sergeant of music - it’s scary, but it’s making you go, go, go. Like with most things in life, “It Ain’t Fair.” This one has some R&B undertones and is one of the best from Chocolate Boy Entertainment. If you’re looking for an assortment of rappers to enjoy, look no further than Chocolate Boy Entertainment. (https://www.jango.com/music/chocolateboyent?l=0)

Broskie is a rapper from the Sunshine state that takes the reality and puts it to song, be it his own life or that of others. The events in Florida in 2012 that left Trayvon Martin dead affected many around the world, including Broskie. So he took it upon himself to write this ode to the young boy who not only lost his life, but whose killer was let go scott free in “#TrayvonLives.” It’s actually a really great song with a powerful message about forgiveness and it sounds superb as well. It’s probably because the rapper also calls Florida home as well, that he was even more touched by Martin’s death. With “HighPILOT” Broskie turns it up just a little but still handles his business in a cool and calm demeanor. It’s definitely more street than the other, and likely more of what we can expect from Broskie. If you want to hear homage to a young man or just want to get a little hype, Broskie has you covered on both counts so check him out now. (https://www.jango.com/music/Broskie?l=0)

Will Boy isn’t going anywhere soon and that’s because he has a pure grasp on the world OG hip hop thanks to his words. “Soul Giving” has a cool beat that adds to the flow and the lyrics sound like realism. With “Breathing Room” you don’t get an expected hip hop start in the music department. One would think this was an indie record until Will Boy comes through with his rhymes. That seems to be a runnning theme with his music because it happens again with “False Alarm (Bomb Threat Response).” This one really stands on the lyrical content though. The words come through fast and clear. Speaking of lyrics…the ones found in “The Control Factor” are ear shocking and really make you turn your head and say, what did he just say? It’s clear that above all else, Will Boy is a lyricist who is here to stay, so check out all his has to offer today. (https://www.audiomack.com/artist/will-boy)

Kentucky Dope is a hip hop artist from Bowling Green, Kentucky who sounds like he’s from further south. “Go Hard” featuring Westside Gotti has a pretty apparent goal and that’s to make the audience go hard, which it achieves. “Cheeks Money” starts out great with an island, kettle drum sound that plays throughout and really lightens the song. Then things get kind of sensual with “Lemme Show” as it has this great mid-tempo beat. With “Mind Ya Business” you get a message that we all want to make clear to those snooping in our personal affairs It’s a theme for the masses to attach their selves to. If you’re into hip hop that’s more Atlanta based, then check out this emcee who may not call that area home, but sounds like it. (https://www.reverbnation.com/kd2423)

Skyla Mac is a Jersey boy telling tales and making beats. “Da Hunger n Da Hustle” is more like a monologue at first than a song. Then not too long after it starts, Skyla Mac gets to it and gives listeners a biographical account of what he’s been in. This song serves as his base and from there he stands tall. Then with “Take Me Away…” you have a feminine touch with the intro that sounds like some SWV. Like the last, Mac comes in sooner than later and goes hard. It’s hard to pick one of the other, so just fall in love with both. If you like artists like Joe Budden and The Game, check out Skyla Mac now. (https://www.reverbnation.com/skylamac4)

Racetocash hails from Illinois and is ready to take control of the hip hop game. We’ve all asked this question Racetocash asks, “What If.” The other possible outcomes can’t escape our minds and this emcee puts those thoughts to song. After some shots, “Possibly” kicks things into gear. This one plays like an expected hip hop track - rhymes on top of rhymes. Club goers who like to shake it, “Rising” is for you. Not at first though, but after that the beat more so than the lyrics offer up a case to move to. Like Martin Luther King Jr., Racetocash has a dream and showcases it in “I Have a Dream.” It starts with MLK’s most famous speech and then it gets remixed into a hip hop flow. If you’re into DJ Khaled and Schoolboy Q, then check out Racetocash this second. (https://www.jango.com/music/Racetocash?l=0)

Jon Quest aka Quest Vision has brought together Philadelphia’s best for “Philly’s Next.” It’s a mixtape chalked full of rappers from the city of brotherly love. “Your Boy Is Back” doesn’t hit you strong, but rather lets things marinate. Then you have “Spectacular” that picks things up and showcases what this mixtape is capable of. Get a little weird with “Pop It Baby,” realize the obvious with “You Ain’t Beyonce” and get down to “So Fly.” With over 20 tracks, it’d be a crime not to find something you liked. Hip hop fans are urged to check this out. Artists like Kraft Sheezy, Philly Phil, and Kush can all be heard, so check it and find out who Jon Quest feels is “Philly’s Next.” (https://www.phillysnext.com/index.php)

When you think of Wisconsin, you don’t really think of hip hop. That was of course until you came across JCity. “She Don’t Know” featuring Dooda has this great ting to the beat that adds a lightness to the delivery that comes through strong. So they don’t know and now “They Don’t Really Like Us.” It’s a more upbeat track, which was unexpected if you went by the title alone. JCity brings his a-game with this one and keeps the train moving on time the whole way through. OE helps out on “Til I’m Rich.” Those two together created a track that’s got this nice slow start and an overall hip hop vibe that intertwines with the softer ways of R&B ways; based on the music. As for the lyrics, they come fast and hard. If you like music that’s on point, check out JCity. (https://www.jango.com/music/Jcity?l=0)