Hip-Hop

KWN’s EP 'with all due respect' is a sultry R&B standout

Ever press play on an EP and instantly think, this artist just gets music? Not just in how it’s made, but in how it feels—layered textures, raw instrumentation, and subtle…

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Josh Jacobs drops thought provoking single "LANDFill" from new album, 'Mis Ancetros Dijeron…'

Rap is a genre that stands the test of time and becomes a calling card against government overreach. In such a uncertain time for immigration, rapper Josh Jacobs is ready for…

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Shoka Sunflower unpacks emotional avoidance on "Two Step"

Johannesburg-based artist Shoka Sunflower marks the beginning of a new refined and deliberate chapter with his new single “Two Step,” in collaboration with genre-blurring producer Moo Latte. Built on breezy…

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Australia's Sexton teams up with Fat Trel for energizing single "Ftt"

Sexton has teamed up with Fat Trel for a fresh release, "Ftt". Sexton was born in Perth, Australia, and raised on playing instruments, singing in bands, and writing songs. But it was…

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Briannagh D connects with hip-hop legend MC Lyte for fresh song "Realest Whine"

Briannagh D has connected with MC Lyte for a fresh song, "Releast Whine". Briannagh D is a 23 year-old singer and songwriter hailing from New Jersey, who first broke out…

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Me Less taps into faith and identity on “Transcended”

Me Less is back with his most spiritually charged release yet. “Transcended” is a bold and honest reflection of the Virginia Beach artist’s personal and creative transformation. Over a smooth,…

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Olie Beckett wears his heart on his sleeve with new single "Hawkeye."

Olie Beckett's charisma and star power are on full display in his latest track, "Hawkeye". Beckett, now fifteen, is gaining perspective as he moves through his teenage years. Growing up…

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Alex Forte bridges cultures and identity on bold new project “Morena”

Alex Forte’s new EP, "Morena," is a powerful tribute to identity and cross-cultural pride. The release may be short, under 14 minutes and across five tracks, but it’s radiant with…

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Star2's "4:00 AM in LA” is a midnight meditation on heartbreak [Video]

Asian refugee artists Star2 and Ler Mu Dex deliver a deeply emotional ballad in “4:00 AM in LA”. The song captures the aching moments of reflection that hit hardest in…

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DPB unites a divided nation with purpose and power in “American Strong”

DPB extends a flowing olive branch with his bold new single, “American Strong,” featuring Ouiwey Collins. Yet again, as the author of high-energy, purpose-driven anthems, DPB assumes his role as…

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Victoria Elizabeth turns heartbreak into power on ‘I Love Myself’

Victoria Elizabeth releases something that seems like a war cry. In her latest single, “I Love Myself,” she makes clear that the love that comes with standing up for yourself…

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FORWARDS Festival completes line up with Jamz Supernova, Pa Salieu, LTJ Bukem and more

Closing out summer on August 23–24 at Clifton Downs, Bristol, FORWARDS Festival has unveiled its final phase of lineup additions, spotlighting an eclectic mix of boundary-pushing talent across three unique…

KWN’s EP 'with all due respect' is a sultry R&B standout

Josh Jacobs drops thought provoking single "LANDFill" from new album, 'Mis Ancetros Dijeron…'

Shoka Sunflower unpacks emotional avoidance on "Two Step"

Australia's Sexton teams up with Fat Trel for energizing single "Ftt"

Briannagh D connects with hip-hop legend MC Lyte for fresh song "Realest Whine"

Me Less taps into faith and identity on “Transcended”

Olie Beckett wears his heart on his sleeve with new single "Hawkeye."

Alex Forte bridges cultures and identity on bold new project “Morena”

Star2's "4:00 AM in LA” is a midnight meditation on heartbreak [Video]

DPB unites a divided nation with purpose and power in “American Strong”

Victoria Elizabeth turns heartbreak into power on ‘I Love Myself’

FORWARDS Festival completes line up with Jamz Supernova, Pa Salieu, LTJ Bukem and more

ALTRBOY releases “Lost Angels,” exploring ambition, identity, & the cost of dreams

2ŁØT dives into self-discovery on feel-good track "Iris"

Bo Johnson and Stefano Vecchia team up for the song of the summer on “Bacio Quel Body"

Leon Hesby creates a magical pop moment with "Rooftop Of Your House"

GinaDeBoss creates a dance pop banger with "AMNESIA"

Amanati blends sound and style with immersive ease

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

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