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Paris Texas scrap boundaries with the video for debut single “HEAVY METAL”

Seemingly conjured from nothing by willpower alone, Compton newcomers Paris Texas have crashed onto the scene with a hell of an opening statement with their debut single and video for…

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Luthorist isn't waiting for no one on "If you know, you know"

Luthorist has returned with his first single since his debut album Hueco Mundo last year. The NUXSENSE member has been blazing a path in Ireland in both his collective and on his solo material,…

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Citizen Black proclaims that "Everybody Hates Black Lad"

After releasing two tracks earlier this year, Citizen Black completes the trilogy with an introspective new track "Everyone Hates Black Lad." The Off Key Collective member has been scarily consilient this year…

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Flynn Johnson unveils new single "Pray"

After his work on the successful Bitter Roc single "Man Cub," Flynn Johnson returns with his own new solo single "Pray" – his first solo single in over 2 years. Johnson…

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Producer-rapper duo Citizen Black & Odd Numbers "Keep Cool" on new track

Off-Key Collective have been bubbling up in Ireland with a packed roster featuring the likes of Sea High, F.O.B and KeyLow. One of the group's most recent additions, Citizen Black has teamed up with in-house…

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Irish rap stars C.O.B & Nealo join forces to ask "What On Earth?"

Irish lyricists C.O.B and Nealo team up in a bar-heavy hip-hop collaboration "What On Earth?". C.O.B has been on the rise with his machine gun flows and potent lyrics for a minute now…

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Gaptoof and Kojaque link up to showcase the Soft Boy sound on "Dreamcatcher"

The bubbling Irish production scene continues to grow and fluctuate to new exciting places. One of the leading artists in this field, Gaptoof has returned with his new track "Dreamcatcher". This…

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Serine Karthage makes her fierce introduction on “Ruler” [Video]

There’s a grimy new voice that’s shaking the UK’s R&B scene with unapologetic ferocity. Meet Serine Karthage. Hailing from London, the singer, rapper and producer possesses an infectious energy that could…

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Damn, Para Fiction does it again with "Wavey Days"

The PF boys are back and raised the fucking gnar bar with their latest track and video, “Wavey Days.” Okay, so, quick recap. Para Fiction is a Brighton based duo…

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Party Thieves recruit IDK for a two-minute verbal barrage in "No Time"

NY beat maker Party Thieves teams up with emcee IDK on the genre-bending bombastic jam titled "No Time." Powered by the good folks at Lowly Palace, the producer-rapper duo deliver a scorcher of a…

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Michel Bellens & Theresa Kis team up to bring "Only Love"

Belgian composer and producer Michel Bellens recruits gospel singer Theresa Kis for this lovely collaboration they call "Only Love". Michel pulls out the big guns as he crafts a very cinematic piano-driven backdrop that…

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Deca brings back boom-bap in new album 'My Way Through'

Reminiscent of the classic 90’s hip-hop sound, with a gritty, boom-bap crunch, intricate sampling strategy and impressive, insightful lyricism, Deca’s new album The Way Through is a calm, free-flowing exhibition…

Paris Texas scrap boundaries with the video for debut single “HEAVY METAL”

Luthorist isn't waiting for no one on "If you know, you know"

Citizen Black proclaims that "Everybody Hates Black Lad"

Flynn Johnson unveils new single "Pray"

Producer-rapper duo Citizen Black & Odd Numbers "Keep Cool" on new track

Irish rap stars C.O.B & Nealo join forces to ask "What On Earth?"

Gaptoof and Kojaque link up to showcase the Soft Boy sound on "Dreamcatcher"

Serine Karthage makes her fierce introduction on “Ruler” [Video]

Damn, Para Fiction does it again with "Wavey Days"

Party Thieves recruit IDK for a two-minute verbal barrage in "No Time"

Michel Bellens & Theresa Kis team up to bring "Only Love"

Deca brings back boom-bap in new album 'My Way Through'

The New Colossus Festival Lineup | March 4-9, 2025

Bestfriend’s "HEADSTART" Hits the Ground Running

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Mya Faye explores the emotional turmoil of a fading relationship on "Vivienne Rings"

Craigology push the boundaries of instrumental music with his latest EP, "Secrets from a Gemstone"

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