B-Eazy has his faith and rhymes intact. “Let’s Take It Back” sounds like a Common track because of the music, but then B-Eazy comes through with a bit of more street knowledge in his rhymes. He does have this mature overtone that offers up music to actually hear and listen to instead of just being entertained by. He mentions Jesus so you can say he leans towards being a Christian rapper, but overall the song has a secular feel. If you like to think about the world around you due to the music you listen to, check out B-Eazy now. (https://www.timenowrecords.us/home.html)
Young Mizzy is an emcee who likes to keep his boys close by in case they need to drop a hit. “Dope Smoke Vol. 1” has Young Mizzy alongside TMoney, BMurder and Sencelezz. The four of them together deliver a track that has haunting parts intertwined with a street feel, but is all around a very chilled hood track. If you like hip hop that sounds as real as the drama chaos that surrounds it, then check out Young Mizzy’s “Dope Smoke Vol. 1” now. (https://youtu.be/df0-6At17Do)
Young Loe is a talented emcee that can make you move, groove and sing. “Fo’ Real” is a good track that plays like a radio hit you’d hear from the likes of artists like Nelly. With “Small Thangs 2 A Giant” you have this sort of throwback to ’70s funk while “Playa’s Delight” sounds a bit like ’90s R&B with a hip hop mentality. Things take a street turn with “How U Know.” You get a feminine touch with “Down Wit U” and then by the time “Thuggin & Hustlin” starts you have a very chilled vibe with that cool beat. The best of the batch is “A Helluva Life.” You can’t touch that one. It’s one of those songs that you want to learn every word to and sing your heart out to. The hook is stellar. If you like hip hop that mixes other styles in well - check out Young Loe today. (https://youngloe.com)
Mr.BrownSwagger comes from the Midwest and represents the anthems out there. “Catch Me Or See Me” is a song that has this laid back beat but the lyrics come across with a lot of energy. So things balance out. “Livin Like a Star” kind of has that same feel but things are switched around. It’s definitely an anthem for those who think they are living that high life. Then you have “2 Times (For Dem Strippers)” which is an anthem for…well, exotic dancers out there. Okay, so there are a lot of songs from Mr.BrownSwagger that could serve as life anthems over here - but this one is more universal that - “Born to Win.” Then rolling into “Like Rondo Did Wade” you have a song that plays but it doesn’t really stick, that’s where “I Do it Like I Does” comes in and caps things off hard. If you like that Illinois style of hip hop then check out Mr.BrownSwagger ASAP and get your music on. (https://www.reverbnation.com/MrBrownswagger)
Indy Stones’ “Livin Life” is an honest approach to a young emcees life. It’s is a chill track that doesn’t over overdo it. It’s all about this artist’s life and that entails a lot of sex, weed and just well, living life to the fullest at his age. I think younger hip hop fans will appreciate the overall tone of the song, while older fans will respect the honesty and storytelling. This isn’t a hype track by any means so if you’re in the market for some laid back tracks - then “Livin Life” by Indy Stones is the place to shop. (https://soundcloud.com/indystones)
DiCipher is on point and sounds like a heavy hitter already. “Can You Feel Me” has this more street version of Common feel going on. The lines are clean and fresh and it’s refreshing to hear such precision coming from an indie artist. The start of “Let’s Make History” makes you agree to the task at hand right away. Then the rhymes kick in and it’s even grander. Duk hops on “So Good” and the two give a great performance that’s hype. That energy continues on with “Blue Sky.” It’s upbeat but not out of control. The best and probably most eye catching is “Attention Whores.” How can you go wrong with a title at that? You can’t and that’s proven from the press of play. If you are searching endlessly for an emcee who possesses a sense of professionalism then by all means - check out DiCipher ASAP. (https://soundcloud.com/DiCipher)
Charlie Chizzles And Pone is a hip hop duo doing it up in the Big Apple. “Heard They With Them Ops” sounds like it’s a hood version of something that’d be Call of Duty. That one is a bit dark but things lighten up with “Call at Far Rockamerica.” It can be a little robotic but it adds something different to the mix. Things get hardcore when it comes to “Rampage” and it’s a hard hitting one that comes at you with a whole lot of aggression and passion. “Power Respect” chills things out and really puts their voice in perspective. I think the best might be “Baddest” just because it’s different from the rest and sounds more sing-song at times. However the same can be said about the fun of “Wave It.” I think we’re ending this on a good note with “To The Top” because it’s a reminder of where Charlie Chizzles And Pone is going if they keep it up. (https://soundcloud.com/charlie-chizzles-pone)
With Benji Montana, you’re bound to get one of his songs - or two - stuck in your head. “Baby Don’t Cry” featuring Mal Wood is a flows nicely and the hook sounds a little like MC Chris but a little mature - not his style but that high voice. Everyone has hard times so it’s not a surprise that “Hard Times” would be a crowd favorite when going through Montana’s tracks. Things get serious with “Mistakes” and then even more so with “R N S.” Then in an ironic twist we’re going to talk about the laid back “Intro” first. It’s got what the kids call swag and doesn’t let up. If you like your hip hop served with a dash of grace then check out Benji Montana now. (https://www.unsigned.com/benjimontana)
The Real Busta Free might sound familiar but he’s doing his own thing just fine. “One Nite” starts and it sounds vocally similar to T.I. I take that as a sign of great things to come and they did. It really kicks off things in a good way. The party don’t stop there as “Homeboy” comes through to take things to the next level. You get a different tone with “Collect Block.” It sounds more like a thoughtful rhyme than a good time anthem. I like his vocal performance in “Soul On It.” That’s not something you’d likely hear in a hip hop review and it’s not like he’s singing, but he sounds a little like Pac and it’s greatly appreciated. If you like hip hop that makes you feel like you’re listening to the best of the best, then check out The Real Busta Free’s beats and rhymes ASAP. (https://soundcloud.com/the-real-bustafree)
Orthodox Prime comes at you intertwining the world of the Lord and traditional hip hop with “Gen 50: 20” featuring Pastor Michael D. Green. You aren’t sure what you’re getting yourself into when you hit play and the sermon from Green comes out strong and powerful. Then that is quickly followed by Prime’s rhymes that are just as telling as the words that came at the start. It’s a truly powerful musical experience and for those who like their hip hop with a since of higher power, but still with that true blue hip hop feel. If that sounds like what you’re into, check out Orthodox Prime’s “Gen 50: 20.” now. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kldSUj1lqf8&list=UUDjGqsta_yVB4BRd8jFJaHg)
Some rappers like to be smooth with it and some like Mentol like to attack you with their sound. “Lifes Changed” is a little intimidating. So that’s a warning to anyone who likes their hip hop soft and light. This may not be for you. He has some help from STeelToe on “Sacrifice.” This one is as hard as the last and really has a great beat. With “Dat’s Right” it sounds like a freestyle battle put on a record. It has disses galore. Another friend with Mentol is IP and together they do their thing hard on “Slam It Down.” Things get a little weird with “Distance Between Us.” It sounds like something you’d hear in a hip hop driven nightmare at times. With a title like “Blue Waffle,” expectations are high and they are met with this one. If you like hip hop that’s extremely hardcore and not for the weak - then Mentol from New Hampshire is your boy for sure. So check him and his rhymes out now. (https://www.reverbnation.com/Mentol84)
Marcus Taylor is an emcee from Texas who doesn’t do it big, but takes his time to get his point across crystal clear. “Barry White” was unexpected. It was more a mid-tempo, smooth delivery than a straight up street track. Then with “She’s On Fire” you have speeds it up and goes out to the girl on fire - is this one for Katniss Everdeen? Once “Today” comes through you can do nothing but sway to it and its R&B flare. It’s an easy going track but it packs a punch - that’s for sure. “Time Bomb” is a timely song with all the gunfire heading out around the US. It’s more a tale about the person from the other side of the bullets point of the view though and their regrets. Another one that packs a punch is “Abduction.” You’d think it’d be attacking you but instead it slowly guides you. We pick things up a bit with “I Ain’t Lyin” but it still plays it cool. So if you like your hip hop chilled like a cold brew, check out Marcus Taylor today. (https://soundcloud.com/m-taylor-5)
