Hip-Hop

Ferdinand’s “Time’s Up” feels like a lost ’80s love song

Inspired by the music of Prince, Michael Gordon, Arthur Russell, Joni Mitchell, Sting, Byrne, Bush, and Stevie Wonder, alt-R&B artist Ferdinand, hailing from Kosovo, draws from these influences to craft…

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drtyndn and Sunshine Sam’s “DUMB” makes for a raw listen

drtyndn and Sunshine Sam’s “DUMB” is an energizing release that makes for a raw listen. drtyndn’s music is loud, restless, and intentionally unrefined, driven more by instinct than by industry…

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FORDO gives listeners one more gift before the end of the year with "WHO ARE YOU"

After releasing his debut album 2001 in the summer, Fordo, the Milwaukee-born singer, songwriter, and producer, continues releasing music before the end of the year with his latest song "WHO…

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Teedra Moses Is Reimagining Complex Simplicity and Entering Her Grown Woman Realness Era [Interview]

With over two decades in the industry and amidst her second wind within her career, Teedra Moses' explanation for her evolution is simple as this: "I'm grown… When I say…

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Estelle on Stay Alta, Embracing Transformation, and entering a new, purposeful Era [Interview]

At this point in her career, Estelle is focusing on embracing the transformation in an era where most chase reinvention. Artist-wise, the British singer has always done a good job…

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The Venice Kid ushers in a bold new era with “Say Less”

"Say Less," an alternative hip-hop single by The Venice Kid, marks the start of a new chapter for the artist. It feels less like a casual drop and more like…

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Zeek Wonderlen’s “Seasons” is a smooth R&B reflection on love, loss, and becoming

"Seasons," a nine-track R&B EP by Zeek Wonderlen, feels both personal and planned. The project lasts a little over 21 minutes and is like a personal journal, with each song…

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Ady Suleiman’s soulful journey in “What If” will leave you hooked

Meet rising R&B artist Ady Suleiman from the United Kingdom, delivering a lush, immersive soundscape with his newest single, “What If”—a soulful, old-school track that feels effortless from start to…

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Khi Infinite closes 2025 strong with "HOUSE"

Known for blending hip-hop, R&B, and alternative sounds, Virginia’s rising talent Khi Infinite is a true “chameleon,” navigating a diverse musical landscape with ease. Khi Infinite’s latest single, “HOUSE,” sitting…

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suzifromtheblock celebrates arrival and growth on new single “Timeline”

What better way to step into a new year than by celebrating how far you’ve come? Kurdish and Kosovo-Albanian singer-songwriter suzifromtheblock, born in Sweden and now based in Toronto, reflects…

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RNBHunter sweetens contemporary R&B with “Honey”

Hailing from Newark, New Jersey, RNBHunter is a charismatic R&B artist who, in his own words, “puts R&B on everything.” His single “Honey,” taken from his debut EP For Our…

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Tommy Mantra’s "Wake Up" ia a story-driven push forward

Meet alt hip-hop artist Tommy Mantra, who first developed a passion for music after picking up the guitar at age 10. Inspired by genres ranging from East Coast hip-hop to…

Ferdinand’s “Time’s Up” feels like a lost ’80s love song

drtyndn and Sunshine Sam’s “DUMB” makes for a raw listen

FORDO gives listeners one more gift before the end of the year with "WHO ARE YOU"

Teedra Moses Is Reimagining Complex Simplicity and Entering Her Grown Woman Realness Era [Interview]

Estelle on Stay Alta, Embracing Transformation, and entering a new, purposeful Era [Interview]

The Venice Kid ushers in a bold new era with “Say Less”

Zeek Wonderlen’s “Seasons” is a smooth R&B reflection on love, loss, and becoming

Ady Suleiman’s soulful journey in “What If” will leave you hooked

Khi Infinite closes 2025 strong with "HOUSE"

suzifromtheblock celebrates arrival and growth on new single “Timeline”

RNBHunter sweetens contemporary R&B with “Honey”

Tommy Mantra’s "Wake Up" ia a story-driven push forward

Cursing redefines their sound through growth on bold EP, "Chiral"

Weight Belly .3-9 bends the rules with the electrifying single "White Rabbit – Weight Belly .3-9"

"Pray" by Stephen Royal is a moment of reflection and a gentle reminder of faith and resilience

starletste_official reflects on ambition and conflict in new release, "Devil's Dance"

Ivelisse del Carmen channels memories, rhythm and sound in "Mi Sangre Baila"

Antania signs with Soundworks Direct Japan as futurist death metal takes hold

Moises "MO" Santizo introduces fresh concept of experiencing interviews through vinyl

Origins Inconclusive partner with DiscoverNü (DNÜ) marking new chapter for UK emerging artist culture

The Architect of Independent Empire: Rob Terell named among the world’s Top 10 Global A&R Executives

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