Battling Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, Houston-based music artist Trevor Lee hasn't let that hold him back. This buzz track conveys Trevor's outlook while in the face of adversity, setting the stage for his upcoming album "Struggle Ain't New" releasing May 29, 2017.
Music Video: youtu.be/I-FBIkTTCaM
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Darrell Simms is a troubadour, the Florida-born rapper moved to Europe at the age of 8 with his mother and sister; spending the majority of his childhood in Sweden. He acknowledges that this international upbringing was musically beneficial, opening him up to new cultures and ideals from early childhood.
In his senior year, Darrell started to take music seriously and returned to the United States in order to pursue his artistry more fully. Currently based in Los Angeles, he is working with a number of emerging producers in order to broaden his aural scope - dancing between hip-hop, r&b and electronic soundscapes.
On his new single 'Elements' Darrell notes: "It's about drawing on negative and positive elements in your life such as, friends, family, fear, failure and success. I wrote it when I was angry, mostly for being taken for granted as a rapper / artist - not having my lyrical contributions taken seriously."
Spring is here, get in the car, but don't drive too fast, enjoy the ride, we've been waiting all winter long to ride with the windows down. Our soundtrack is the newest single, "Ridin' Slow," by Lafa Taylor from his upcoming release Ridin' Slow: A Collection of Songs to Ride to set to drop this summer on Mixto Music.
The title track and lead single comes out today, produced by the 15 year old ORDNRY YNGSTR, whom Taylor discovered on Soundcloud. The track showcases Lafa's soulful vocals alongside his established flow and comparisons sonically to Anderson Paak, Miguel and Drake are inevitble Lafa remains in his own lane and continues to not be easily pinned down by genre.
Lafa Taylor’s 2017 has already seen the vocalist and MC featured on the record breaking trailer for The Fast and the Furious with his collaboration with Bassnectar, his recent single Run to Me with Aabo was remixed by 2017 Grammy nominee starRo and with his first solo EP of 2017 on deck alongside a summer of festival appearances this song maybe the only thing slow with Lafa's career and year.
Brand new heavy hitting R&B single from Ammar Sharif just in time for Summer featuring Compton native AD. Beat produced by Steve Keys & the song written by Brian Bellow & Ammar himself.
For all the ladies who think the guys can't tell when they're ready to take things to the next level, take a listen to this.
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Toronto-based rapper ROCHESTER continues his wave of new releases for 2017 with the launch of his new single, ‘Black Don’t Crack.’
The single delivers an empowering and motivational message and captures ROCHESTER’s personal signal of support to his generation dealing with challenges of race, injustice, inequity, and identity.
His message is simple: "don't crack under pressure." ROCHESTER kicked-off his wave of new music launches last December with his EP Cowabunga and has several new singles planned for the rest of 2017 – keep up-to-date by following him at:
facebook.com/rochesterakajuice | instagram.com/rochesterjuice | twitter.com/ROCHESTERJUICE
The new single can be purchased, streamed, and downloaded at: Spotify: goo.gl/oFExFM Apple Music: itun.es/ca/JVjfjb
O.J.Hodding is a London based artist blending elements of Golden-Age Hip-Hop with modern influences. Producing all his own material, he frequently collaborates with other artists, as well as being one half of Hip-Hop duo Soul Purpose.
'Naturally Pt. II' is a collaboration with Soul/Gospel singer Shaé.
Consisting of producer Jacuzzi Jefferson, violinist Kevin Kuh, and drummer Otto Botté, Sample-based electronic band Pool Cosby first demonstrated their versatility and strength as a trio through singles like “Little Do They Know” and “Lookin’ Up,” tastefully merging the worlds of hip-hop and electronic through dreamy builds, luscious synths, and soulful choruses. Staying true to their roots, their journey led them to a collaboration with legendary rapper Raekwon of Wu-Tang Clan on “A Poem Is A Hustle,” at the end of the 2016 and to their biggest achievement yet, their debut album ‘Blind Gold,’ out today.
Prefacing the rest of the album is an introduction from Brian Jackson, whose music has been sampled by many artists including 2Pac, Kanye West, and Kendrick Lamar. Many musical treats await listeners throughout the 13-track album, including the luscious single “Touch” from South Korean singer/song-writer DUVV, which showcases a delightful piano-led melody and glittering synths, and collaborations with Mr. Muthafuckin' eXquire, who Rolling Stone praised single “The Last Huzzah” featured El-P, Kool A.D., Heems, Danny Brown, and Despot.
“A Poem Is A Hustle” is the 6th single on the album, which in addition to Raekwon’s edgy, lyrical style features siblings Elena and Samora Pinderhughes, who has made a real name for himself in the jazz world, recently having performed with Common, Bilal and Robert Glasper for NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Concert at the White House. Further delving into their verse driven beats is a collaboration with Das Racist’s Kool A.D. on “Where Do We Go From Here” and on “Please.” Ending the album on a soulful note, “Lanikai” will leave you floating on a cloud with charming vocal chops and softly plucking instrumentals.
Delightful to the ears and calming for the soul, ‘Blind Gold’ showcases the chill and alternative Pool Cosby sound that leaves you with a yearning sense of nostalgia and happy memories.
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Los Angles Rapper Nelly Bando is dropping the first record of his upcoming EP titled 'UPGRADE SEASON' on April 18th. Shot in London UK, The song is inspired by recently 'upgrading' and moving into a new condo in LA & the purchase of a new car. This is the song you turn up when you just copped the shoes you wanted, that new watch, bag etc when you are just feeling yourself.
👇🏼See video link below👇🏼
youtube.com/watch?v=rD4R477jIcs
To push the inspiration forward he has launched a $5000 contest and has encouraged fans to make there own 'upgrade season' video clip boasting any new purchases they are proud of or how they have levelled up for a chance to win $5000!
CONTEST VIDEO - youtu.be/7UEMuCpwaJ0
THE $5,000 UPGRADE SEASON CHALLENGE (Apr 18th - May 7th)
Rules are as follows (Also explained in contest video below);
1️⃣Post a video with Nelly Bando's new single "Upgrade Season" on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook doing anything that gives off the impression that you've upgraded/are upgrading with the song playing in the background, for example walking out the Apple Store with the new iPhone, opening a new box of Jordan's, etc
2️⃣Tag @nellybandoofficial & 3 friends of yours
3️⃣#UPGRADESEASONCHALLENGE and you stand a chance of winning $5000 based on posting the dopest upgrade video.
Instagram: NellyBandoOfficial
Twitter: NellyBando
Facebook: NellyBandoOfficial
Youtube: NellyBando
NIMAR, meaning "Tiger" in Arabic, is a Lebanese Mexican hip-hop and R&B artist from the Inland Empire (IE) of southern California. As a singer and a rapper he grew up in both countries and then Cali, NIMAR is making waves on the west coast with his upbeat outlook on where music and the culture are going.
New Orleans artist Malik Ninety Five has been on fire since he began prepping the release of his highly anticipated new album, The Paradise Project. And the excitement for that project only intensifies with “Need to Know,” his moody and melodic new single that’s sure to become an anthem for anyone who prefers working alone.
Despite the hook’s lonesome (and addictive) message of “Smokin’, plottin’, just doin’ things on my own,” the track is very much a collaboration with fellow NO artists CLBTS and Westline. Both artists co-produced the track alongside Malik, who again proves that his talents extend beyond the booth.
Clearly, the kid can spit and sings better than some cats who focus on one or the other, something we’ve already heard in preceding joints “Link Up” and “Right Now.” But there’s a darker, more thoughtful quality to “Need to Know” that makes it all the more unique and refreshing. Malik’s message of doing things on his own doesn’t come across as contrived or false, either. You instead get the sense that he’s been let down by those close to him—perhaps a relationship that went south—and wants to focus on getting his while he can.
“Need to Know” is now available through all major digital retailers and streaming outlets. Keep an eye out for more content in promotion of The Paradise Project, which is set to drop this summer!
Spotify: https://play.spotify.com/album/1buzvXEkXT0HzbF8aQnbOw
Stream/Buy-Links (Smart URL): http://smarturl.it/MalikNinetyFiveN2K
Online:
• Website: http://malikninetyfive.com
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/MalikNinetyFive
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MalikNinetyFive
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/malikninetyfive
• SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/malikninetyfive
This track was released tonight. 4/2/2017. Socials: facebook.com/OfficialFeeki
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Brand new single from Young Ceno entitled "Bling Blaow". Produced by KJSBeats & Mixed/Mastered by N3. This is an LAOnLock.com Exclusive.
Soon as you hit play, you’ll start to mean mug. O Romeo is his name and he’s focused on coming up. His new record “Told U” features Lotto Pacino. This one will have you speeding down the highway. O Romeo saying they fake as puppets. Stop being fake because for O Romeo and his team it’s not going. Get motivated today and get on your grind.
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The opening lines from DC rapper Stealf Soulja, claiming what he's chasing after in an industry full of like-minded individuals fueled by money and hoes. Soulja aims to show his audience that he's all about making timeless music and leaving an everlasting mark as he teams up with fellow DMV rappers, Beau Young Prince and Brain Rapp to bring you "Paradise". With Spring weather right around the corner, they deliver a smooth cut about wanting more than the norm and leaving a legacy. With the laid back/tropical instrumental put together by DMV native Ceezy, the trio links up and gives an early summer time hit! "Paradise"(which premiered on Earmilk) is the first single from Soulja's mixtape, "The Stoned Introvert". Slated to release early May 3, 2017. Enjoy!
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