hip hop

Rising New York supergroup WHATMORE sit down to discuss formation, influences, process, and the future [INTERVIEW]

New York-based supergroup WHATMORE burst onto the scene early this summer with the punchy and extremely energetic single “eastside w my dogs” and have since drawn comparisons to iconic hip-hop…

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Danny Brown's "Starburst" is an audio-visual pre-workout drink [Music Video]

Describing Danny Brown is an impossible task, but "wildly creative" is a place to start. In his newest single, you'll feel the electric shock before the track hits the one-second…

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Ata Kak returns with new single "Batakari" after thirty-one years

Fans of Ata Kak have fallen in love with a single album—one glorious album, the only solo work we’ve had for the past thirty-one years. We were perfectly content with…

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Dr Zeus is living proof that Punjabi hip-hop is thriving in the music industry

Born in Birmingham, Dr. Zeus has been shaping the Punjabi and South Asian music landscape for over two decades. He first made his mark with the 2000 album Highlife, featuring…

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The Love Experiment Spark Urgent Reflection with “Who’s Gonna Save the World”

New York City’s future-soul collective The Love Experiment returns with "Who’s Gonna Save the World", a striking new single that anchors their forthcoming album "Velvet". Expansive yet personal, the track…

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Dear Summer Festival Co-Founders on Building a Cultural Pillar, One City at a Time [Interview]

As the sun sets in Southeast D.C., it’s almost impossible to ignore the electricity in the air as attendees pour into the Gateway Pavilion for the Dear Summer Festival. Still…

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Jimmy Poindexter raps across “Yonkers” to “Bed Chem” on 9-Minute “A CRUEL Freestyle” [Music Video]

Jimmy Poindexter, the 27-year old California rapper and producer shines a spotlight on his lyrical prowess, rhyming over rap classics like Nas’ “Still Dreamin’” or Tha Dogg House’s “Cali iz…

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Austin Fortson delivers the perfect late-night soundtrack with ‘Step Out Nights’

Austin Fortson’s new album, Step Out Nights, captures everything that makes the nighttime feel alive. Across 17 tracks, the Charlotte rapper seamlessly transitions between bass-heavy club bangers and smooth, reflective…

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Redemption in Rhythm: Chris Emmanuel’s Debut EP "The Fallout"

Chris Emmanuel’s debut EP, "The Fallout", arrives as a striking fusion of personal storytelling and refined production. Born in Guyana and raised in Ontario, Emmanuel draws on the reggae, dancehall,…

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Humble Francis heat up your playlist with genre-bending track “Pyro”

Here’s a track that doesn’t fit neatly into any one category—it’s genre-bending, cool, and guaranteed to be your next party starter when people ask, “What’s this song?” You’re welcome in…

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Henny Knightz channels Pearl on new single "GOTH MIA"

Hackney, East London artist, rapper, and producer Henny Knightz just dropped his new single, “GOTH MIA.” On the inspiration behind the track, Knightz shares: “It was inspired by the psychological…

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Doc Backer and MyaaP explore digital dystopia in surreal "Rent" music video

Seattle's boundary-pushing artist Doc Backer has teamed with Milwaukee's viral sensation MyaaP for their explosive new collaboration "Rent," accompanied by a mind-bending music video that feels like "an episode of…

Rising New York supergroup WHATMORE sit down to discuss formation, influences, process, and the future [INTERVIEW]

Danny Brown's "Starburst" is an audio-visual pre-workout drink [Music Video]

Ata Kak returns with new single "Batakari" after thirty-one years

Dr Zeus is living proof that Punjabi hip-hop is thriving in the music industry

The Love Experiment Spark Urgent Reflection with “Who’s Gonna Save the World”

Dear Summer Festival Co-Founders on Building a Cultural Pillar, One City at a Time [Interview]

Jimmy Poindexter raps across “Yonkers” to “Bed Chem” on 9-Minute “A CRUEL Freestyle” [Music Video]

Austin Fortson delivers the perfect late-night soundtrack with ‘Step Out Nights’

Redemption in Rhythm: Chris Emmanuel’s Debut EP "The Fallout"

Humble Francis heat up your playlist with genre-bending track “Pyro”

Henny Knightz channels Pearl on new single "GOTH MIA"

Doc Backer and MyaaP explore digital dystopia in surreal "Rent" music video

Ilianna Viramontes unveils confessional yet vibrant debut EP 'For A Reason'

VAAGUE unveils groovy and fierce offering "Talk It Up"

Shadeh Rose shares a stunning, raw and unique vision into her creative psyche on "Dream Cycle: Conspiracies"

Finding her voice: Wé Ani on authenticity, artistry, and the Sony Audio Ambassador program

Daphne Blue drops bold and unapologetic anthem “See-Through”

UK Festivals Wrapped Up: A diverse weekend of music, food and culture

DNORRI is a breakout voice built for musical resonance and connection

Jay Tone is carving out his space with "Puzzles"

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

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