Vino hustle is perfectly named because he hustles them rhymes for days. “Rap Fanatic” has a good beat while the lyrics sort of ramble out and you have a wide range of thoughts on one plain. With “Pull My Card” the start sounds like it’s working its way up to something but the song plays in chill mode, which was cool to hear. Loung helps out on “Loud Grind.” Again, great beat and the lyrics come at you in a chill pace but you can hear the intimidation in what they’re saying. When I was younger it didn’t matter what you had wrong with you, our town’s pediatrician would give you Robitussin. I’m not sure if that’s the case for Vino hustle, but his “Robitussin Bussin’” definitely struck a personal chord with me. If you like rap that has street cred but can play it cool, check out Vino hustle today. (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3BNKajZjqgeD4w2XgzO9bg/videos)
JT aka Face comes to you from Houston and does it up. “Roll Up” featuring K Dog is on point and doesn’t miss a beat from the start. This guy has kind of a harder sounding Ludacris vibe to him overall and that came to be realized with “Mind Yo Business.” It’s not as theatrical as a Luda song but it’s got more of a realness to it. For those who like to shake it, please turn your attention to “Drop.” It’s one of those songs that come on and the whole room turns it up. He goes from party mode to attitude driven in “Lookin For Me.” All in all JT aka Face is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to underground hip hop because he won’t be there for long. He’s destined to make it out there. So check him out sooner than later. (https://www.reverbnation.com/jtakaface)
Mr. Adams is an emcee with some major tricks up his sleeve. “Inspiration” starts like a nightmare in a house of horrors with Gollum coming through. Then Mr. Adams comes in and keeps things pretty serious. With a song that mentions the King of Pop you have to expect something a little upbeat. That’s what you kind of get with “Dance Like MJ.” He lets his hair down a bit for this one, but not too much. “Sunsets” is completely out of left field. Mr. Adams sings on it, like really sings - like singer/songwriter. Then it’s less surprising when you hear other tracks like it like “Tip of My Tongue.” Then he gets back into the swag of things with “Dance Floor Illusions.” We end kind of where we started with the serious tone of “Plight of Thomas.” If you like hop hop, but are also a fan of singing and being a little surprised, check out Mr. Adams. (https://www.youtube.com/user/adams3722/videos)
Beeisthefuture is a hip hop artist that’s making some bold moves and looking forward. “Personal Theories” makes you think you’re getting into an EDM track, but then the flow comes and it’s a true blue hip hop track. That start tricks you but it’s all good in the end. HueyJay hops on to help out with “Life In The Sky.” Together they create a dark world with sound. It sounds like a future ghetto realm. “Late Recognition” picks it up but still sounds like Beeisthefuture as it’s got that sci-fi beat feel. Then you have “Twisted Infatuation.” It plays slow but it keeps you into it. There’s something about him and his style that is different, yet satisfying. If you like to take chances when it comes to rap, check out Beeisthefuture today. (https://www.jango.com/music/Beeisthefuture?l=0)
Merk Da Artist is an emcee doing it up down south. “Space Barz” comes out the gate strong. It has this Lil Wayne feel in that it really has a party vibe but remains street. With “Under Fxckin Rated” you get a faster delivery than the last. It is actually a really relatable song because who doesn’t feel underrated from day to day for all they do? I know I do. Merk Da Artist sounds a little distant and futuristic with “Ya I Kno” while “Done W/ Yesterday” featuring Diz’e was a real treat. The delivery is on point and showcases a big boom of confidence. “Them Hoes Out There” is a freestyle that’s quick and to the point, also it shouts out DMX - you don’t hear that guy’s name enough today. KingKobra teams up with Merk to bring “Make It” to the masses and their effort pays off. It’s one of the best coming from this New Orleans emcee. If you like artists like Lil Wayne and ASAP Rocky, check out Merk Da Artist now. (https://soundcloud.com/derick-remains-merkadel)
Astro Jones is just one facet of Krew Muzak but on his own he’s doing his thing just fine. “Referal” sounds like something you’d hear on the radio right now. It has a calm beat and the flow is great. It’s a little more street than Drake but still has that feel. That professionalism comes through again in “Ambition!” Then with “Moolah!” is has this music at the start that is a little old school detective show. You feel as if things are in black and white but then when he comes in it fast forwards to 2014. “Plasma” plays well with others, while “Swag” sounds very neo-soul hip hop thanks to the music guiding it along. If you’re looking for one of hip hop’s next big things, check out Astro Jones right away. (www.krewmuzak.com)
You’d think Bottles Belafonte was from the ATL or even NYC but he actually called the Sunshine state home. “King of My World” is like a declaration song. It showcases that Bottles Belafonte isn’t messing around and that he is here to stay. The words ooze confidence and that really makes you want to stay attentive. With “For Mankind” he comes across a little softer than that first one and notes the King of Pop and has a great girl on the hook. That hook makes it likely to be a crossover hit. “Show Love” has a very raw sound to it that makes you think you’re listening to it from years ago. Remember a second ago when I mentioned that crossover thing, well “No Worries” is another example. Bottles Belafonte sounds a bit like Pac and the feminine touch has an Ashanti feel. If you like hip hop that comes across like mainstream but keeps the integreity, check out Bottles Belafonte ASAP. (https://www.reverbnation.com/bottlesbelafonte)
Yung Chido has as many sides as a pair of dice. “Get the F**k Out Of My Way” is a great track to kick things into gear with when being introduced to a new artist. It has a great hook and makes you want more. Then you roll into “No Worries” and right when it starts it has this polar opposite feel than the last. It has a more joyous feel while the last was more attitude driven. This one is definitely a good time track. “Mrs. Life” takes on a different side of Yung Chido as well. It’s sounds more mainstream hip hop like Drake. Last up you get “Definition” and he stays on the mainstream path but adds a beat that allows for fluid movement. It’s something you might hear featured on a Chris Brown track. If you like hip hop that can go from hardcore to feel good to mainstream, check out Yung Chido now. (https://soundcloud.com/yung-chido)
BEATSLANGERZ is a guy who has all the bases covered from Stone Mountain, Georgia. “Bout Your Flow” is mostly just a track you’d hear before BEATSLANGERZ took the stage. It’s like an introduction of sorts. All it does is have an interesting beat and says the artist’s name. With “Miss Lady Real” is more a R&B/hip hop fusion. It has this smooth delivery attached to a mid-tempo beat so that you can groove to it. Things get stepped up with “How We Live” and so far if you’re just going down the list, this one is the one to hit up over and over again. It sounds like a professionally done mix. “Don’t They Know?” is a great track, no lyrics but the beat is sick. The same can be said of “Rock To It.” All in all, BEATSLANGERZ can do it all. He raps, sings and creates great beats that span the spectrum. So check out this triple threat today. (https://www.reverbnation.com/BEATSLANGERZ)
Presidential Gang is a group of talented rappers who ask the tough questions. “What You Here For” is a answer this group of emcees is looking for. This has a very slow beat and each guy brings his own voice to the track, but all in all the song has a cohesive sound. Then they come back together for a more upbeat one with “Ready 2 Go.” Well it’s not that much more hype than the last. Presidential Gang definitely has an overall chill demeanor. With “I Can’t Leave Da Streetz” the guys come with enticing lyrics that make you listen deep. If you’re a fan of chill, street hip hop then you have to check out Presidential Gang today. (https://www.youtube.com/user/VigilanteVisionz/videos)
BigBomb is a Californian doing his thing in Texas. “Actionz Speak Loudr than Wordz” sounds more like a skit than a song. It’s a bit confusing…Then you have “Honey Bluntz n a Pillz.” This one is about partying but again, sounds more like a conversation than anything else. Then after a minute the track kicks in and you finally get to hear what BigBomb is all about and it’s a good time. His fast delivery can’t be touched in this one. Then he slows it down with “DrunkDankoholic.” He definitely has coined his own term, and then with “U Blew It” he has this great piano intro that is unexpected but cool. Then that conversational style comes in. Last up is “Want 2.” This one probably fights “Honey” as the best of the bunch. If you like hip hop that’s a little quirky, check out BigBomb now. (https://www.jango.com/music/BigBomb?l=0)
Buhd is an emcee who comes at you hard and delivers. “Off Da Corner” comes out the gates like a whirlwind force. Buhd really takes control of the situation as soon as he can. “Come Up Off It” starts and ends before you get a chance to notice, but “Grind Hard” is definitely a show stopper. Its pace is great and will allow for even the noobs of hip hop to follow along. The hype comes with “Wat’s Happening” and then things get cool with “Just Landed.” I like the hint of island intertwined with Spanish in “Ya Yo” in the hook and chorus. Simplicity is what you get with “Made It.” It’s very easy to learn since the hook is quick and to the point. So if you like your hip hop really abrasive and raw, check out Buhd. (https://indy.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/29477/buhd-trap-season.html)
