VINYM pronounced “venom” hails from the land of palm trees and beautiful coasts and he brings that chilled vibe to his music. “Loyal 2 My Crew” is a low key great track that doesn’t do much to make you stand up and pay attention to it. It plays it cool and does the trick. With “Satisfied” is a love song that doesn’t get dirty. It is actually a romantic hip hop track - rare. In “Bounce” you do not actually make you bounce like one would expect. That was an ironic twist. Then VINYM caps things off with “A.N.T.I.” and shouts out Jimmy Fallon. That was unexpected but a delight, pop culture references always are. It’s not like the whole track relies on that though. It moves past that and plays like a chilled hit. If you like the laid back ways of the west coast hip hop scene, check out VINYM. (https://www.jango.com/music/VINYM?l=0)
West coast rap isn’t just about the LA area, Oakland represents well with ST. “U Sparkle To Me like Fire” starts like a classic R&B track and then bursts out into a hip hop track that makes you smile. Its clean and fine lines are great representatives of what ST can do. Something we are all guilty of comes in the track “Shop like I’m Rich.” Who can’t identify with this song? We all have a tendency to spend like we’re Beyonce. It’s a great anthem for all of us who are guilty of this to have. Prudes may want to move along and those who are into fun tracks, stay right here because “Pop That Pussy” is a real good time. It doesn’t matter what it’s saying, the emcees are slaying and the beat is on point. The same can definitely be said of “Molly” as well. This is where things get turnt up. If you’re in the market for hype hip hop, look no further than ST. (https://soundcloud.com/st-baby-1)
Mahk3ree isn’t afraid to tell you what’s on his mind and it shows crystal clear in his music. “Famous” lays down what Mahk3ree is all about. It notes what he is about, calls out the haters, and notes that he is aware he is a white rapper - and how it does not matter. It is a strong song to get introduced to someone with. “Something I Always Wanted” is on the early Eminem page; those songs that call out other artists. If you are a Pitbull then this one may not be for you. Kayleigh Damon hops on “Underground” and brings a Christina Aguilera vibe to the mix. Mahk3ree spits out the truth in “The Real Hip Hop” and then brings it home with “Role Model.” If you’re a fan of hip hop that doesn’t hold back and gives it to you like it is, check out Mahk3ree right now. Don’t wait on this. (https://www.numberonemusic.com/mahk3ree/)
29Diamonds is an emcee from Michigan that was taught about sharing, hardcore. “Us” featuring Pronto starts out a little eerie; like you are not sure what is about to happen. Then it comes through and that feeling is stripped away and there is just a good hip hop track to enjoy. Skyler B jumps on “I’m The Man” and they both deliver, as they do on “Congratulations” and “Everything You Need.” It seems like Skyler B is 29Diamonds number one road dog. That is not to say that 29Diamonds cannot do things on his own. He shines with “Steve Jobs” and “5 am” but does great with his friends by his side. Like with the hype of “Bitches Know My Name” with DeKook. It’s a nonstop party with 29Diamonds as he does his thing but makes room for his friends to hop on board and help entertain. If you’re all about that collaborative hip hop, check out 29Diamonds today. (https://soundcloud.com/29diamonds)
Out in the Midwest is Spit Tacular and he’s ready for you to shine a light on his ways. The way that he spits out “TalkiN That” is middle of the road. It’s not this slow track, but it’s not overhyped either. If it were in the Goldilocks story - it’d be just right. Then you have “Young Kid” that really showcases what this emcee can do and what he’s all about. It is like his anthem and the one to check out first and foremost from this artist. Wrapping it all up is “80 Washingtons.” This one has a dark undertone when it starts that plays throughout and comes across a little scary. If you like hip hop that has a dark side, check out Spit Tacular before the sun rises today. (https://www.reverbnation.com/spittacular)
Ken Swagg takes his underground style and tosses in some familiar ways of the past. “Killin Shyt” is a command and he really wants people to know that he does what the title details. As for the song as a whole, it’s a good one that I can see younger hip hop fans getting behind. It sounds like something you would hear on MTVu. K. Morgan hops on “I’m Yours” and they deliver a sensual R&B joint. One would think that “Wife” would have been another R&B hit - romantic. Instead it is about taking someone’s girl, well their wife. It’s not the soundtrack from that Queen Latifah movie, but Ken Swagg’s “Set It Off” is just as entertaining. You get a little modern take on ’90s R&B with the freaky ways of “Ya Panties Off.” The same can be said of “Ya Body Callin” as well. So with Ken Swagg you get a good mix of underground hip hop and chill R&B. So if that’s what you need in your music library, check out Ken Swagg right now. (https://soundcloud.com/kenswagg-music)
Sparx “Ignition” is a record chalked full of power house beats, but also has a couple surprises up its sleeves. “These Days” featuring Socrateez sounds like something off a Linkin Park record. It’s got a hip hop feel mixed with a beat and rock vibe - great feel. Socrateez hops on a couple other tracks and lights it up with “Ignition” which starts slow and quickly explodes. Then you have “Ear Candy,” rightfully titled. Outside of the LP Sparx does his thing remixing hits like Tegan & Sara’s “Closer.” He gives it a definite club makeover. If you’re into beats that truly come alive and take shape, then you have to see the magic Sparx is working on and coming out with on his LP “Ignition” and beyond. (https://soundcloud.com/djsparx801)
Yung Dubey’s “Bring Me Down” is a track that gets things going from the push of “play.” It has a T Pain feel right when it starts that plays the whole way through. It is definitely a song that is supposed to be in a club atmosphere, even a Spring Break destination - because of the lyrics. It is all about no one bringing you down and when you are out and having a good time, which is the last thing you want someone to do. It plays it cool in delivering that message and doesn’t overdo it. If you need a new life anthem, check out “Bring Me Down” by Yung Dubey. (https://www.livemixtapes.com/download/mp3/427457/yung-dubey-bring-me-down.html)
Tony Valentine takes things at his own pace and delivers. “Get Down with Big Daddy” featuring Sir Bishop has a mid-tempo beat and is an okay party starter. Then you get to “Water Boy” and you think that Tony Valentine has something for Adam Sandler. This track, a little more hype than the last, clearly shouts out the Sandler classic while the other one just had a movie title in its own. We get away from the comedy inspired tracks and roll up on “She Say” and we take it back down and move it slow, but this time it’s a sensual slow. Then we’re back up a bit for what’s one of the best from Valentine, “Mr. U Can Do It.” Things take a sensitive turn with “Fairy Tale” and then we wrap up the party kind of on the same page we started as far as pace is concerned with “Heart of Thangs.” If you like hip hop that is a chill time, check out Tony Valentine. (https://soundcloud.com/tony1-valentine)
PG aka Pretty Geeky is a female emcee who brings it as she provokes thought. “Talent Major x You Can Do It Too” is an honest look at overcoming and just doing what you have to do to make it. If one person can make it through what seems like the worst rough spot, you can do. Tony Clef hops on “The Cloud Movement” and movement is a good name. The little beat in it makes hips swivel back and forth, but it’s not necessarily a dance track. It’s more a thinker. That’s what a lot of PG’s music evokes - thinking. “Yonkers” is another one that follows a good beat but doesn’t overdo it. With “I Really Mean It” she really ups the ante and shouts out McDonalds as she brings to life her most energetic track yet. If you’re in the market for hip hop that’s kicking old school and actually taking its time to be worthy, check out PG ASAP. (https://www.youtube.com/user/PrettyGeekyTV/videos)
Mist2'9 is an emcee from Bakersfield, California who puts effort into everything he does. “Ride of Die” featuring Yung Mav is more like a command than anything. The delivery is very aggressive. Juliano hops on to help out with “Just Trust” and brings it. Then Mist2'9 gets inspirational with “Martin Luther King,” and then shouts out another public figure…Scotty Pippen in a song of the same moniker. It’s not as grabbing as the latter though. The tone gets serious, very serious, with “Facts of Life.” This one may stand out just because it seems like the realest and honest. Things are still going soft and slow but not as honest as the last with “Stuck In MY Ways” featuring Hex. It’s less worldly and more about other issues, but it sounds killer. Speaking of killer, the beat of “Fam Is for Life” is on point and really sticks out among the lot when it comes to Mist2'9’s music. Wrapping this up is “Put It Down.” It’s not the most hype track to end on, but it drives things home. If you want hip hop that’s well thought out, check out Mist2'9. (https://soundcloud.com/mist29)
Isaiah Thomas calls Motor City home, but is about to take make his name world renowned. “ALTR” is for the hip hop lovers out there and is all about being alright. Then you get to “Certified Chick” is kind of a funny track with the line that mentions “her face is a dime.” His boy Pilberry hops on and helps out with “Ride Out.” Then he is back to riding solo when it comes time for “Smoke Music.” This one really feels like a west coast track thanks to the street appeal it has. Weird since Thomas hails from Detroit. I could not tell if “Bed Time Story” was about taking someone out or being romantic…it took a second to realize it was a sexual thing. Capping Isaiah Thomas’ beats out is “Let The Beat Bang.” All in all this rapper knows what he’s doing in all departments - from lyrics to beats, Isaiah Thomas has you covered so cover him and check out his mixtape today. (https://www.datpiff.com/BIG-I-Isaiah-Thomas-mixtape.557530.html)
