E-LUX’s “Discussion” is an honest tale as he recounts everything from baby mama drama to time spent in jail. The beat isn’t overwhelming as it’s a easygoing walk down memory lane. The rhymes are on point and the delivery is both masculine and smooth. E-LUX’s voice carries a weight brought on by the things he’s gone through and is sharing through song. If you like hip hop that’s all about the reality of the cards dealt, check out “Discussion” by E-LUX now. (https://quietmob.com/listen/s/discussion)
Aicid Record Squad has a cascade of great hip hop acts that bring you varying styles of the genre. Vendetta gets a little nasty with “R Sucking R What?” But you can’t deny the beat is solid. “Changes” by Young Knowledge makes you think and samples a classic Tupac track. ShortDogg, Goldie and Breeze’s “My Gunn” is one of the coolest thanks to the intro, and it blasts into your mind with the gunshot element. ShortDogg and Vendetta team up for a sure fire club anthem, “Make It Clap.” No one will be able to deny moving to that one. If you’re in the market for a new hip hop crew that brings it, look no further than Aicid Record Squad. (https://www.aicidrecords.com/)
ya boy BEEZY (Mr. Motivation) is a rapper who puts value in his lyrics to help out others. “My Life” is basically about controlling what is yours. It’s a good message and one that needs to spread. The way “I Love You (Music)” starts with that feminine R&B upbeat flare captures your attention in an instant. Then ya boy BEEZY (Mr. Motivation) comes in and turns the track on its side, in a good way. Then we’re back to the idea of owning your own life with “Just Livin My Life.” This one’s chorus is killer and is cause for dancing. This emcee isn’t shy about feeling his feelings about faith either. Tracks like “All God” and “Glory to God” are testaments to that. Now to shine a light on the guest artists like Leon Marin on “Don’t Nobody,” another song of the Lord, and Daze on “For A Reason,” which is a slow jam for sure. If you like hip hop that’s more motivational than anything else, check out ya boy BEEZY (Mr. Motivation) today! (www.reverbnation.com/yaboyBEEZYMrM/songs)
The Weathaman is a rapper who can’t be tamed. “All I Know” isn’t that simple. There’s a lot that this emcee knows. He’s being coy about it with the title, but there’s a lot this guy knows - like delivering a jam packed ht. With “Money” you get a more demure intro and continue to be that way until the speedy delivery comes through like a whirlwind. Those who can keep up, kudos to you. If you like your hip hop fast and furious or are into artists like Webbie and Lil Wayne, check out The Weathaman. (https://www.jango.com/music/tha+weathaman?l=0)
Success is rightfully named. “Driving Mr Daisy” instantly reminded me of something you’d hear on a current Kanye West record. It had that robotic delivery yet was still cool and calm. You get a real sense of what Success can do with tracks like “Virgin Mary Pt 1,” “Empire Fall,” and “Mission Impossible.” One of the best from the bunch though has to be the storytelling that comes with “Virginia Girls.” Another great one that is bound to be a crowd favorite is the twist on a fairy tale classic, “Glass Slippers.” It might have the simplest name, but “On” is right on the money. There is something about the hook that well, hooks you. All in all what Success has going on will take him far. The rhymes are clean, the songs are crystal clear and it’s an array of vibes going on. So check Success out today, not tomorrow…today. (https://alleyesonsuccess.com/music/)
John Blake puts an optimistic spin on hip hop. “Be Me” featuring Kristin Nicole and Kiarrah Guerra is a really positive track that has a great trio of vocals on it. It’s definitely a spirit lifter. The Leerix helps out on “Pour It” and this one takes a different path to your brain. It’s not like the last; it’s more traditional club hip hop. Then we’re back to the wholesome sounds with “Your Light (Let It Shine)” featuring Elisa Polanco. This one, like “Be Me,” is sends out a powerful message - don’t give up on your life. That light keeps shining on with John Blake and Michael Pashalian’s “Two Steps.” It seems like for the most part John Blake is an artist who took his love of hip hop and added a great twist to it. It’s not uncommon to hear these positive life lessons in this genre, but it’s always refreshing to. If you like your rap with a dose of happiness, check out John Blake now. (https://soundcloud.com/johnblakenation)
Marc Hearn is an artist from Texas who knows the importance of intertwining the best of both worlds. “Ca$h Jackson” featuring R.O.T.M. is a nice mix of R&B and hip hop. The hook being smooth like chocolate and the rhymes coming through fast and solid. “Better Stop” Keeps the soul flowing. It sounds like something you’d hear alongside Usher and Ne-Yo on a mixtape. CMG hops on to help out on “Coming Dine.” The hip hop comes back in action and really carries this one from start to finish. If you like artists, who can soothe you with R&B and get you going by incorporating that hip hop feel, check out Marc Hearn now. (https://www.jango.com/music/Marc+Hearn?l=0)
JHall comes from the streets of Michigan and has put all his time and energy into his craft and it shows. “Light It Up” is a track that’s not only well performed - but well produced. It’s crisp and has fine lines. The hook really solidifies this one, but JHall definitely brings it in the lyrics department. Kudos to him on this one. If the rest of what he has in his arsenal is like this song - there’s no doubt that JHall can be the next big thing in hip hop. So if you want to be ahead of the crowd, check out JHall’s “Light It Up” ASAP. (https://www.jango.com/music/JHall+Hip+Hop+Rap+?l=0)
Goofyy has the pipes and rhymes to get things done. “Lets Make a Movie” is a really cute love song. It’s a new way to say you want to be with someone and it’s precious. “Stay Wit Yo Man” showcases good vocals, while “Motivation” has a very chilled vibe to it. Things really get good with “Behind Close Doors.” After “Movie,” this one ranks high on tracks you can check out from Goofyy. Rounding things out is “My Life.” It’s an honest look to end on. If you want an artist that blends R&B and hip hop seamlessly, check out Goofyy coming at you straight from the Midwest. (https://www.reverbnation.com/goofyy)
Dat Bul is a force to be reckoned with on the mic. His buddy Jai comes through on “Falling Down.” This one is a slow paced track that picks up soon after it starts in a bit of an aggressive manner. Things smooth out when “Sometimes I Talk” comes around. This one really showcases the person behind the lyrics well. “Since I Started” has a great bounce to it that makes you just bob your head to every lyric escaping his lips. With “I Like Dis” things get a bit more in your face, but just a bit. Dat Bul comes across a little more aggressive but not in a Busta Rhymes way, just takes more charge than the other tracks we’ve heard thus far. We’re ending this with a really high note with the Rasta feel of “Streets Is Hot.” The hook has that island feel, but the rhymes are true blue Dat Bul style. If you like hip hop that’s got energy but can also keep it cool, check out Dat Bul now. (https://soundcloud.com/dat-bul)
Cesar The Mann is a rapper who doesn’t speed through things. “On The Run” is a problem I wish I had - getting money and not looking back. The song on the other hand could’ve used some more energy. It could’ve been like the Zone Beats produced “No Wonder.” It starts out with a good pace but slows it down a bit. It seems like Cesar The Mann is always on the move. First he ran with that green and now he has “Runaway.” At this point I’ve come to realize that this emcee isn’t about getting super hype. He takes this laid back, cool approach to his rhymes. You can hear that in all of the above as well as the sensitive “Wondering” another one about heading out, “Go.” If you like your hip hop that’s more easygoing, check out Minneapolis’ Cesar The Mann before you start your day. (https://soundcloud.com/callmeceeez)
Da Hired Gunz is a west coast hip hop duo who turn it out. “She Wanna” is all about what a girl wants, and it is quite different than what Christina Augilera sang about back in the day. Right off the bat “Fuck The Game” comes at you like a shark attack with the f-bombs. It’s definitely not one that’s ready for the radio world. It’d lose its essence having to be edited down. You get this sense of empowerment with “R U Ready.” It sounds like something you’d hear on a EA sports game geared towards the NBA or something. One of the best from Da Hired Gunz has to be “Death Before Dishonor.” It was just basic hip hop that wasn’t the least bit overbearing. Then we round things out shaking it with “Shakin They Tail.” It’s one of those songs that dominates a club floor. If you’re into west coast hip hop that’s about doing it up, check out Da Hired Gunz today. (https://www.dahiredgunz.com/#!__home)
