Dope District is an emcee from Columbia who does it his way. “Camera On Me” has a chill beat and is really for those who crave the spotlight. Rolling into “Gold Moulf Athem” you get another track that doesn’t come too hard. “Trap Story” has a great story to it - which is not surprising thanks to the title but we still have to point out that storytelling element that comes across strong with this one. “Club Bangers” steps it up a bit in the energy department but not by much. What’s great about Dope District is that he delivers a consistent vibe with his music. If you like chilled out hip hop, check him out now. (https://soundcloud.com/jamir-keitt)
Phade is an emcee from Brockton, Massachusetts with a new joint for the taking. This New England rapper has teamed up with Olay for “Flashin.’” This track starts out strong and follows a simple flow the whole way through. It never really goes overboard at any point. It’s a song that you can definitely get into within one listen. If you like hip hop that’s got a little swag but definitely has that radio quality, check out “Flashin’” by Phade featuring Olay. (https://www.audiomack.com/artist/phadebeatz)
Pretty Blaxx starts one way but then flips the script and does it up. “Put Your Hands Up” starts out cool and then when he comes in it sounds a little manic but at the same time composed. The vocals remind me a little of Eminem in “Stan” while the music is demure. We go a completely different route with “Move to the Dance Floor.” It’s a club anthem in the making. Definitely a different side of the artist shines here. With “If You Love It” we keep up that energy and things don’t stop. “Get It Lit” sounds like a fun time and it is. So it appears that first track was just a base to hop off and the rest of Pretty Blaxx’s music is definitely geared towards those who like their hip hop hype. If that’s you, check out Pretty Blaxx now. (https://soundcloud.com/pretty-blaxx)
I am C4 comes at you with a familiar sound from St. Petersburg. “Over Here” started off like something from Lil Wayne. He’s got that same style and sound and fans of Cash Money will definitely like this one’s flow. With “I’m the Truth” things get picked up and it comes at you like a radio hit from the likes of TI. I’m not sure what “ODMFW” means but I can tell you that this chill track shouts out Martin Lawrence and does its job at making you stand up and listen. It has a more serious tone as well. In “Zone” you have a mid-tempo track that relies on a hook. Wrapping things up is a beautiful intro in “Way Too Gone” and an eerie feeling with “My City.” All in all you’ll definitely want to check out all the paces this emcee can run and you better keep up. So check out I am C4 today. (https://soundcloud.com/i-am-c4-1)
TheWorldInKaos is an emcee who has a lot of backbone. “Can’t Tell” is a song for young people because it’s really how that mentality is. It doesn’t matter what someone says, you can’t tell them anything. It’s a great theme for a young demographic. With “Too Far” he goes the distance with a sick delivery style. That continues with “Still.” Then the beat and tone changes with “Yeah2.” The intro has this R&B feel but TheWorldInKaos is still hitting you with the rhymes, only they’re a less aggressive than the previous tracks. It’s a nice break, but you can’t but love that attitude he gives and that’s why it’s good to end with “I Gaurantee” for that. If you like hip hop that comes at you as hard as the streets, check out TheWorldInKaos now. (https://www.hulkshare.com/theworldinkaos)
Quise is an emcee who doesn’t come lightly. “Oh My Goodness” featuring Bugzy is kind of an intimidating track. It’s got a lot of force behind the lyrics in the verses. You’d imagine any song that mentioned twerking would be like and airy, but this one’s comes across hard and it’s a different pace that pays off well. With “Grind Mode” you still get that aggressive delivery. You know what? He makes you pay attention. Lil Mook hops on and slays this one, that’s something to mention. If you like your hip hop with a lot of attitude and balls, check out Quise today. (https://soundcloud.com/quise_nam)
Phelo The Great is a well polished rapper who has fine lines but still brings that edge. “The Thrill of It” is what life is all about for this artist. What’s the point of doing things if there isn’t a thrill that comes with it, right? The bridge at the start is great and straddles that R&B line, but then the rhymes come in string and hard. “Back 2 Da Hood” is another one that brings it. Right away you’re tossed in the mix and it has this great bounce to its beat. Once you get to “Life Goes On” you get a softer approach at the start. It sounds very ’70s and sweet. Then you get back to the Phelo The Great you’ve come to expect with “From the Block,” and then end things with a “Night Stand” and it is great. The sample they used is very striking and you can’t help but be taken aback by it. Phelo The Great is a emcee you cannot ignore if you tried, so check him out now. (https://soundcloud.com/phillip-driskell)
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)
