Espee is an MC who combines the street of hip hop with the realness of life. “White Boys” starts with this almost industrial sound and then kicks in hard. Once it starts, it doesn’t stop and Espee continues the whole time with a lot of energy. That energy goes on to songs like “Where Is Espee???” that follows a “do re mi” beat. It’s like a hip hop nursery jingle. “Grave Shift” takes you on a different path, but it’s a good one. Whether he’s getting the crowd going or taking it slow, Espee knows what he’s doing. If you’re in the need for a new artist who’s a master at his craft, check out Espee. (https://www.reverbnation.com/officialespee)
DJ Burn isn’t your every day rapper. He was born in West Africa and hasn’t been far from music since the age of 9. Five years later after taking in LL Cool J and R. Kelly, DJ Burn started to write his own lyrics and hasn’t stopped since. “Going Down” is one of those songs that just get a crowd going. It’s got a sing-along factor that’ll make for a good time. “Party Started” is like the last in that it’ll get people going. It’s a dance song that allows it to be treated as such. “Champion” goes away from the party and into the seriousness of DJ Burn’s sound. “Thanksgiving” is another one that stays away from the club and showcases the serious side of DJ Burn. If you’re into hip hop that can be both the life of the party and a conversation starter, check out DJ Burn. (https://www.reverbnation.com/floppy77)
Bigga Man is a MC who comes straight from Albany…Georgia who has been playing in the rap game since he was 16-years-old. Now he’s older, wiser and ready to take on the world. “Straight Drop Cash” runs out of the gate without any wait time. He gets right to thinks and doesn’t mess around. “All By My Lonely” takes it down one notch but it’s still a fierce song that plays on Bigga Man’s strengths. “Divorce Party” could be the next anthem of a lot of people out there. With many marriages ending with divorce, this could be the song that comforts those going through that. “Before I Go” helps you see that Bigga Man isn’t all about the speed in his pace, but can slow it down so much so that you can just ease on down the road with this one. If you’re into hip hop check out Bigga Man. (https://www.reverbnation.com/biggaman2013)
TimC is an MC from sunny California who incorporates his surroundings and pop culture into his experiences that result in his music that ranges from chill to hyper. “Coasting” is true to its title in that you can just coast while listening to it. It’s one of those songs that fit well with a cruise with the top down on a nice day. “Contemplate” is a little more upbeat than the last and while the other shouted out Puffy, this one has a lot of name drops from Rev Run to Malcolm X to Winnie the Pooh. Wonder if that’s that first time Pooh’s been mentioned in a hip hop track? “Cutn_N” is a confusing one because I’m not sure what the title means, but within the song you’ll find fast delivery matched with an intimidating pace. If you’re into artists like Drake, check out TimC. (https://www.jango.com/music/TimC?l=0)
Real is a MC who raps about his beliefs in music that’d land him in the Christian section. One might think you can’t have real rap with Christian undertones, but you can and Real proves it. He’s audacious and keeps it as honest and skilled. “Pursuit” tells you right away that this is a hip hop song with the Lord in its roots. There’s no hiding it, Real is real about his faith and brings it to you in a way that’s still sounds street. Songs like “Ready” and “Life” sounds like rap that’s on the mainstream radio, only this rap has a deeper message in the lyrics. If you’re the kind of person who likes rap, but also like to fill your time with the Lord, check out Real’s album “Pursuit” out now. (https://itunes.apple.com/album/in-pursuit/id384908842)
Juice 5.D.0.B. is a MC from Tucson who does it nice and slow. “Dope” is the opposite of what was expected. Instead of this hip hop infused track that relies on beats, it was this soulful insight into what Juice 5.D.0.B. can really do with a feminine touch; sing with heart. “Million Dollar Rush” picks it up and showcases the rap aspects of life. It’s different than “Dope,” but one can assume this is what Juice 5.D.0.B. is all about. “Happy New Year” is a little late, but at least you can have a song that’s relevant at the start of each year, right? Hell, you could listen to it all year round because it’s a good song. “For The People” is also a good song that plays like a Drake song; slow but full of swag. If you’re into hip hop that’s got a chill feel to it, check out Juice 5.D.0.B. (https://soundcloud.com/juice4232)
Ej the Witchdoctor’s “The United Race Ov America” is an album for hip hop fans who like their music a little different. “The Real Hood” has a beat that lingers in the nu-soul side of the spectrum, but the delivery is based in hip hop. So you kind of get this wonderful, eclectic sound that may remind you of Outkast. “LoudPack” follows that same page, but has a little bit more attitude, as does “Imma F**k Wit You” and “Run S**t.” Then we go back to the soulful sound with “Gotta Be in Your Heart.” Ej the Witchdoctor is all over the place, but in a manner that’s structured out well enough to follow. If you’re into hip hop that’s packs some soul into it, check out Ej the Witchdoctor’s album “The United Race Ov America.” (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-united-race-ov-america/id632822235)
DJ Ross tha Boss is a DJ who has her eyes set on taking over the scene one club at a time. “Deorro-Yee” remix is where DJ Ross tha Boss put her spin on something to give it a hyper club feel. But it’s her originals that really stand out. Songs like “Machine Original” blend together traditional instrumentation with beats to make for an interesting time, while “Hype” has a Miami nightlife feel. Going back to the remixes, DJ Ross tha Boss isn’t afraid to put her spin on the big names like Rihanna and Katy Perry. With Riri’s “Pour It Up,” she made it unrecognizable and as for Perry’s “ET,” she slowed it down and made it a bit menacing – nice change. If you’re looking for a female master of the 1s and 2s, check out DJ Ross tha Boss. (https://soundcloud.com/djrossthaboss).
Carolina Bla2k AKA C-Bla2k is an MC for those who like the sounds of Andre 3000 and U-Kiss. “3am” featuring SL and J BwoiBwoi is the clear cut anthem for the night owls and it’s a good one. “Tell My City” is just C-Bla2k and starts off slow, with this metropolitan sounding music and then it kicks in and it is a clear song about telling what you’re about. “Bet He Don’t” has this intergalactic music that you can might miss out on because of the rapid fire delivery by C-Bla2k, but listen closely to hear what sounds like an old school alien flick. “Streets Ain’t Da Same” takes it down just a bit but isn’t a song that treads lightly. If you’re into hip hop that’s fierce and provides something a little different in the beat department, check out C-Bla2k. (https://www.reverbnation.com/Carolinabla2k)
Bing is a rapper from Houston who works hard and plays even harder with his rhymes. “Stop Lying” is a PSA for those out there who spread anything but the T. “Heat” isn’t just what the west coast experiences during the winter months, but a song by Bing that goes hard. It starts with this repetition of a declaration and then gets to business. “Glue” really holds things together as it does things a little slow, but at least gets them done. The music sounds like it has a Middle Eastern influence, so that’s something new and unexpected paired with a hip hop flow. “Super Hyper Space Mode” isn’t as hyper as I expected it to be, it was a chill song overall. Bing is a MC who does things his way; he never rushes but always leaves you gushing for more. Check him out now if that’s what you’re into. (https://www.reverbnation.com/bingjoseph)
Young Chizz is a young MC who spits rhymes like a guy who’s been at it awhile. His song “Game Time” is infectious hip hop that stands tall. The beat is on point and you can learn it after just a few listens. It’s never too fast or too slow, it’s just right. If you’re into checking out new MCs then you have to make time for “Game Time” and Young Chizz. (https://plus.google.com/115929287893424275596/posts)
Marco Fultz is a dimensional hip hop MC who can take you anywhere with his rhymes. “They Hatin” asks why hate, and that’s a relevant question. Why hate on people, but Marco Fultz seems to accept it, but not before questioning it. “Packin Purple” shouts out Heath Ledger and the way the title is repeated sounds like it’s a take on “Black and Yellow.” “What My Name iz” has a cool beat and goes at a really awesome pace. It’s slow but keeps your attention with in your face lyrics and a lot of references to things you’ve heard of like Kurt Cobain. “Make It Rain” is a stripper theme song since it’s about making it rain to get that money. “Party Party Party” is about what else, partying. It’s actually a really catchy song you’d likely hear in a really upbeat club. If you’re into hip hop that can go from the streets to the club, check out Marco Fultz. (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Marco-Fultz/203440376369089)
