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ATL Rapper Shinin’ Returns With New Music And Has Mainstream Success In His Sights

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It’s comeback season! After a hiatus of one and a half years since his last release to focus on obtaining a degree in civil engineering,

NEWS RELEASES

Jim Jones Drops New Single From Upcoming “Byrdgang 2.0” Album

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Jim Jones and Entertainment One announced the Harlem rap star is relaunching the ByrdGang collective with a new record label and compilation album. For Jones,

NEWS RELEASES

Krujay Is Back With The Tuneful New Track “You + Me”

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Krujay’s brilliance is in his intriguing ways of making and incorporating catchy tunes with words. He is a true emcee. The aspiring and charismatic newcomer,

GOSSIP NEWS

DJ Khaled Teases Upcoming Drake Collaboration Ahead Of His New Album

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DJ Khaled and Drake have a history of cooking up some banging collaborations over the years. Now, Khaled aims to make another one with Drizzy

NEWS VIDEOS

Toronto’s Azeem Haq Teams Up With The Game, Lazarus, Fredro Starr On “My City”

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Great achievers have a sense of destiny, and a burning passion to leave a legacy. For artists, their music is their legacy. It’s a piece

INTERVIEWS

Onyx – Just Versus Everybody

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Nearly thirty years removed since the, then, quartet, now known globally as Onyx, and originally comprised of Fredro Starr, Suavé (or Sonny Seeza), Big DS [RIP]

NEWS VIDEOS

Tae Wall Soars Above The Competition With “Scholarship“ Ft. Jadakiss

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Rising Rap star Tae Wall is a stand-up guy. He’s a good fella. He represents Cleveland, Ohio. He’s one of Cleveland’s “Made Men.” Confident and

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Bezo Races Up The Charts With “RARI”

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Finesse involves the unique ability to maneuver seamlessly around people or objects in a smooth manner. It’s the refinement of performance, execution, and artisanship. Breakout

NEWS VIDEOS

Compton Rapper Jehkai Shares Music Video “Sunny Days”

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Rising Compton, CA rapper Jehkai has announced the premiere of “Sunny Days.” The deeply personal track is joined by an official music video streaming now

NEWS

Avianne & Co Is Your Favorite Rapper’s Jeweler

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Avianne & Co is a premier jeweler in the entertainment business. Working with your favorite artist, athletes and more, they are the go to when

NEWS VIDEOS

T.E.C. And Maine Musik Release Music Video For New Single “Whole Lotta Money”

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Rappers T.E.C. and Maine Musik release the single “Whole Lotta Money” via MRNK Music Group.  “Whole Lotta Money” finds T.E.C. & Maine Musik reconnected to

NEWS RELEASES

Lil Eazzyy Drops “Too Eazzyy” Mixtape With Chop Squad DJ

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Lil Eazzyy reclaims his name through his effortless flow on new mixtape, “Too Eazzyy,” produced by Grammy-nominated and multi-platinum producer, Chop Squad DJ. Eazzyy keeps

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UK Duo Loxy & Ink Unveil Music Video For “Spray Train Of Thought”

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Stalwarts of the drum & bass scene for nearly three decades, London duo Loxy & Ink open up their 2022 account with a new single

NEWS VIDEOS

Krujay Releases Anticipated Music Video For “Recipe”

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Buzzing newcomer Krujay has released his blazing music video for his standout single “Recipe,” released via indie label Duly Noted Entertainment. The stunning visual was

NEWS VIDEOS

Georgia Rapper DuRanDLife Unveils Emotional Music Video “Alone”

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Rising rapper Durand aka DuRanDLife is originally from Fayetteville, North Carolina, the same hometown Hip-Hop superstar J. Cole was raised in, and currently resides in

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Michigan Rapper Romney Lewis Strikes With Music Video “Sometimes“

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Romney Lewis is an aspiring newcomer who was born and raised in Lansing, Michigan and currently resides in Brooklyn, New York. The talented rapper hopes

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Mississippi Rapper CruNk N buCk Drops Music Video For New Single “Purple”

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Senatobia, MS brought us many talented artists over the years. Now, independent Mississippi rapper CruNk N buCk is next in line, who has been writing

NEWS VIDEOS

Maliibu Miitch Drops Personal Music Video “Letter To My Ex”

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Newcomer Maliibu Miitch releases her first track of 2022 titled “Letter To My Ex,” which is a highly personal song for the Bronx raptress. It

NEWS RELEASES

Jack Harlow’s “First Class” Debuts At #1 On Billboard Hot 100

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Grammy-nominated rapper Jack Harlow is celebrating his new single, “First Class,” debuting at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This marks Harlow’s first solo

INTERVIEWS

Danny Aranbayev – Jewelz For The Face

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Meet Danny Araybayev, known to many as The Cartier Doctor. Danny is the man your favorite athletes and rap stars call when it’s time for

NEWS VIDEOS

Bronx Rapper Yung H Declares There Is A “War Outside”

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Up-n-coming New York rapper Yung H presents his new music video titled “War Outside,” directed by Raw Rob Films. The aspiring artist has made a

NEWS RELEASES

Philly Rapper Krujay Is Back With A New “Recipe”

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Up-n-coming independent rapper Krujay is back with a groovy record titled “Recipe.” The new single gives you those summer vibes that will rock a whole

NEWS VIDEOS

Big Omeezy Unveils Music Video For Single “Level 2022“

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OLH Entertainment/Sick Wid’ It Records rap artist Big Omeezy is excited to present his latest music video titled “Level 2022,” produced by DJ 151. The

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Jack Harlow Wants To Put You In “First Class”

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Multiple Grammy-nominated rapper Jack Harlow is back with his infectious new single, “First Class,” out everywhere via Generation Now/Atlantic Records. “First Class” brilliantly samples Fergie’s

NEWS VIDEOS

Lil Eazzyy Drops “Nothing Left“ Music Video

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Chicago’s own Lil Eazzyy is back with second single, “Nothing Left,” off upcoming mixtape “Too Eazzyy.” Illustrated through the lens of the Los Angeles’ Grand

NEWS VIDEOS

K. Michelle Releases New Music Video For “Scooch”

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R&B superstar K. Michelle is excited to release the video to her new single “Scooch.” Produced by Lil Ronnie, the video is directed by Derek

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Quando Rondo Drops Off New Single And Music Video “10.27”

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Multi-platinum rapper Quando Rondo has shared his newest single titled “10.27.” The official music video premiered on his 23rd birthday on March 23 via YouTube,

NEWS VIDEOS

PnB Rock Releases New Music Video For “I’m Chosen”

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Platinum certified rapper PnB Rock releases the official music video for “I’m Chosen (ft. Yung Fazo),” shot and edited by acclaimed digital creator forgetter. “I’m

NEWS RELEASES

Jack Harlow Announces New Album ”Come Home The Kids Miss You”

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Rap superstar Jack Harlow has announced that his highly-anticipated sophomore album, “Come Home The Kids Miss You,” will be released everywhere May 6 via Generation

NEWS VIDEOS

Lil Eazzyy Is Back With New Music Video “Forever Been Steppin”

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Chicago rap phenomenon Lil Eazzyy is back with new single titled “Forever Been Steppin” in anticipation of his forthcoming mixtape “Too Eazzyy.” The track is