James Schiff

Travel back to the 00s with Smino and T-Pain's latest video for "Anita"

Without a doubt, we are officially in Smeezy Season. Just under a month ago, the St. Lous born and Chicago residing rapper Smino dropped a remix to blkswn standout “Anita.” Featuring…

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Agallah Faro and Edo G collide to drop some knowledge on "Synthetic Thugs"

Without a doubt, drugs are a big thing in Hip Hop. Listen to any song, from any period, and there’s a good chance someone is making a drug reference. However,…

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Artist to Watch: Nilüfer Yanya [Interview]

It's a warm afternoon in Los Angeles. White clouds nearly completely cover the normally blue sky, and Nilüfer Yanya and I meet sitting next to a funeral chapel, unusually surrounded by peacocks. A…

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Curci demonstrates his silky flow in James Bond-esque video "Spend Time"

In his latest video, Fort Collins, Colorado rapper Curci suits up to give his best James Bond impression. Peep “Spending Time” above. “Spending Time” is a solid effort on a…

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Watch SceinZe get cinematic in "I Would Rob A Whole Bank For You"

It’s not often artists give their music videos a real cinematic feel. In fact, how many times have you seen a video where it’s really just the artist using concert…

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Bust a move to The Ramona Flower's latest video "Strangers"

Oh, modern love. Such a strange, frustrating and mysterious thing. Sometimes, it can get so unnerving that the only answer is to dance. Well, okay, maybe not for most of…

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Travel back to the Golden Era with Grand Analog and Plug Won's "Mutations"

Hip Hop is changing. Not only is it the most popular genre in American, but it is also growing and branching off into tons of different subgenres like “Emo Rap,”…

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Hi-Lo Jack return with their bright and playful second single, "Wasted Time"

Another week, another stellar drop from our pals, Hi-Lo Jack. This time around, the totally tremendous trio of Clyde, Cody and Dolapo craft a song that is a sweet as…

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Husser takes a victory lap in video for "Paintings For The Blind (Millions)"

With his first solo project due to drop November 15th, Montreal MC, Husser is back with a video for “Paintings For The Blind (Millions).” “Paintings For The Blind” acts as…

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Get lost in the haunting world of Nova Moura and his latest "Good Plan, Sweetheart"

Coming directly to your eardrums from the city of Cincinnati, allow us to introduce you to your new R&B/Neo-Soul obsession, Nova Moura, and his latest track, “Good Plan, Sweetheart.” 5…

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Cool, like a Blizzard: A Conversation with Rob Hicks

When Racine, Wisconsin rapper, Rob Hicks explained he was shy in high school, my jaw hit the floor. Interviewing an artist is an awesome experience and the prep alone gives…

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Watch Jords pull off lyrical gymnastics in video for "Before We Begin

South London born rapper, Jords, is back with the visual treatment for his standout track, “Before We Begin.” Acting as the opener and title track for his stellar project Before…

Travel back to the 00s with Smino and T-Pain's latest video for "Anita"

Agallah Faro and Edo G collide to drop some knowledge on "Synthetic Thugs"

Artist to Watch: Nilüfer Yanya [Interview]

Curci demonstrates his silky flow in James Bond-esque video "Spend Time"

Watch SceinZe get cinematic in "I Would Rob A Whole Bank For You"

Bust a move to The Ramona Flower's latest video "Strangers"

Travel back to the Golden Era with Grand Analog and Plug Won's "Mutations"

Hi-Lo Jack return with their bright and playful second single, "Wasted Time"

Husser takes a victory lap in video for "Paintings For The Blind (Millions)"

Get lost in the haunting world of Nova Moura and his latest "Good Plan, Sweetheart"

Cool, like a Blizzard: A Conversation with Rob Hicks

Watch Jords pull off lyrical gymnastics in video for "Before We Begin

Telebox taps into a frantic yet atmospheric feel on "Shadow Of A Heart"

Honey Motel unveils striking genre-bending anthem offering "If You Didn’t Exist"

Captain Crocodile lures you in with “Your Slithery Fum”

Chloe Florence inspires listeners to disconnect and reconnect with "Log Off"

Montazona brings in the patience with psychedelic masterpiece "Slow Your Roll"

Matt Oakley is redefining country music with heart, soul and modernity

Texas’ Blacktop Mojo does rock music the way it should be done

Tha Rapper Haiti blends authentic style with musical passion

Glorybots redefines rock with latest album 'mad.end'

From Machismo To Mujeres: Women As The Face Of Reggaeton

4 things I learned on the 'Call Me If You Get Lost' tour

4 things every artist needs to think about in 2022