Hip-Hop

Smoko Ono and Corinne Bailey Rae dish on new single "You Are"

If you’ve never listened to a Smoko Ono track, you may want to reconsider. The Chicago native is responsible for music from some of the Windy City’s notable artists including…

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Emy Perez teams up with Amerildo de Krijger for "Because Of You"

"Because Of You" is a powerful ode to love crafted by Venezuelan singer-songwriter Emy Perez and rapper/songwriter Amerildo de Krijger of Dutch origin. The Toby Jacob-produced record marries the smooth…

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Bobby Sessions turns dreams to realities on debut album "Manifest"

For Bobby Sessions, Manifest is more than just an album. Released on June 11th via High Standardz/Def Jam Recordings, his debut album plays like a self-help guide to life. Moving…

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Lex Leosis embodies the outlaw spirit on "Wanted" [Video]

As Lex Leosis prepares to drop her new EP in the summer, she thrills us with a fun-filled, fast-paced visual for her single "Wanted." The record sees her working with…

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John Jay ushers in the summer on "Show Face"

Emerging singer/producer John Jay is already in full summer mode as he drops this sunlit party jam titled "Show Face." The self-produced track is brimming with lush tropical synths, choppy…

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Peyton continues to ascend with new single & visual "Don't U Wanna Fly"

Houston-born songstress Peyton has been an active staple in the Texas music scene since around 2017, when she released her excellent Peace In The Midst of a Storm EP and standout…

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Emperose shares maxi singles, "Anemone"/"Gratitude"

Emerging Dutch pianist/producer Emperose takes us through his unique ambient production style as he releases a Maxi single containing "Anemone" and its b-side titled, "Gratitude." The release is the product…

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Raelle revels in the "Sunrise"

It's been a few months since UK singer/songwriter Raelle graced us with her sonorous vocals and on her new release "Sunrise," she once again delivers the goods. Armed with her…

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Blacksmith reflects on a year of isolation on "Everything Is Blue"

Bristol-based rapper Blacksmith explores ever-changing emotions on new track “Everything Is Blue,” taken from his upcoming project Less Ego More Soul. With breezy beats and buoyant guitar backdrops an important message…

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Haviah Mighty and Yizzy remind us of the battle that remains on "Protest" [Video]

When saluting artists who are courageously using their platforms to call for social change, Haviah Mighty has to be recognized. Using her mic as a megaphone, the Toronto-based rapper (by…

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Trillmulaa and MAKETHEMONEY find a "Higher Realm" with new collaborative single

Brooklyn rapper, Trillmulaa has teamed up with fellow gemini, CHASETHEMONEY for the expansive manifest destiny of "Higher Realm." A self described "weirdo," Trill has been establishing his chameleon like vocal…

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Dialect and K Dot cheerfully kick in the door with new track and video "Ey Up"

While many of the grime scene’s pioneers have gravitated outwards towards treacherous climes, there is thankfully a core group holding down the homestead and resolutely pumping out grime and bassline…

Smoko Ono and Corinne Bailey Rae dish on new single "You Are"

Emy Perez teams up with Amerildo de Krijger for "Because Of You"

Bobby Sessions turns dreams to realities on debut album "Manifest"

Lex Leosis embodies the outlaw spirit on "Wanted" [Video]

John Jay ushers in the summer on "Show Face"

Peyton continues to ascend with new single & visual "Don't U Wanna Fly"

Emperose shares maxi singles, "Anemone"/"Gratitude"

Raelle revels in the "Sunrise"

Blacksmith reflects on a year of isolation on "Everything Is Blue"

Haviah Mighty and Yizzy remind us of the battle that remains on "Protest" [Video]

Trillmulaa and MAKETHEMONEY find a "Higher Realm" with new collaborative single

Dialect and K Dot cheerfully kick in the door with new track and video "Ey Up"

FREZYA let's it burn on the dancefloor with new release “FEVERLOCK”

KHROTO breaks through emotional barriers on “AGAKI” feat. Kiyo a.k.a. Nakid

KHROTO captures a quiet chaos of adulthood on latest release “Betsuni Heiki”

Least We Got Shoes release a melodic breakthrough with new album "Chapter Two"

[Interview] KINO dives into new EP 'Lost and Found' and how uncertainty drives his creativity

YVNGBRYYY channels honesty, faith and spirituality into his genre-fluid soundscapes

Rising YouTube talent bigboyz is turning viral streams into hit records

Winter Music Conference expands 2026 programming with Sara Landry, Radio Slave, DJ Minx, Danny Tenaglia

Georgina Willis delivers compelling environmental documentary 'INSECT_O_CIDE'

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