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again&again Delivers an Irresistible Vibe on "baby"
June 1, 2021
The breakneck pacing at which again&again embraces their rotating spotlight.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
kxvg Breaks Free and Soars to New Heights on 'cloudburst*' EP
May 24, 2021
Inspired by themes of youth, discovery, love, and loss, kxvg delivers a collection of futuristic bangers.
Author:
Carter Fife
New Zealand's PollyHill Is Taking Back Space For Female Rappers [Q&A]
May 13, 2021
It's only been about a year or so since PollyHill has really taken her shot at music and she's hit the bullseye dead-on.
Author:
Max Tetlow
Marcellus Juvann Delivers Introspective and Incendiary Flows on "HARDHEADED"
May 7, 2021
Projects like <i>HARDHEADED</i> are an important reminder that up-and-coming artists like Juvann are the true backbone of the hip-hop sphere.
Author:
Carter Fife
Brevin Kim Delivers a Raw Intensity to New Single "Naples"
May 7, 2021
"Naples" sees Brevin Kim synthesizing brooding pop music with hard-hitting hip-hop percussion.
Author:
Carter Fife
Kyle Dion and Kari Faux Are Effortlessly Charismatic on "PURR"
April 30, 2021
Over a bouncy and experimental R&B cut, Dion and Faux truly embody the subtle art of the perfect collaboration.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Adam Pastel Returns on the Dreamlike "WISH FOR"
April 28, 2021
"WISH FOR" is a song made for white boy summer.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Buppy. Rejects the Blueprint on the Ominous "TELL ME YOU'RE SORRY"
April 28, 2021
Ominous, dejected, and introspective, "TELL ME YOU'RE SORRY" recounts a toxic relationship in undeniably raw fashion.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Kenny Mason Is Aiming to Become the Biggest Artist in the World [Q&A]
April 16, 2021
"I'm going to be me and like what I like regardless of who is and isn't surprised, it's not going to change my life."
Author:
Carter Fife
Johan Lenox's 'chamber johan' Turns His Hits Into Striking Symphonies
June 21, 2021
<i>chamber johan</i> almost feels like a victory lap, one where the horns are replaced by lush string orchestration.
Author:
Carter Fife
Florida Collective seeyousoon Is Breaking New Ground in 2021
April 6, 2021
If you're a fan of hip-hop collectives or internet rap, seeyousoon should be an immediate addition to your weekly rotation.
Author:
Carter Fife
The Image Ends the Year Strong With the Gospel-Inspired Single "Every Woman"
December 11, 2020
The Image is an enigmatic Hip-Hop duo best known for their forward-thinking production, wild vocal delivery, and signature masked personas.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Jazz Cartier Blossoms Anew on the Explosive 'The Fleur Print'
September 13, 2021
Cartier pulls no punches on <i>The Fleur Print</i>, returning with a seasoned combination of styles old and new.
Author:
Carter Fife
Nana's "Save Yourself Sessions" Are Inspirational Moments of Fine-Tuned Storytelling [Q&A]
June 17, 2021
"Poetry is poetry, but rap is another level. That's why I chose that form of therapy."
Author:
Carter Fife
Saint Bodhi Stays True to Herself on the Fearless 'Antisocial'
September 10, 2021
<i>Antisocial</i> feels like a reckless measurement of societal bullshit, a purge of nonsense for genuine feelings.
Author:
DJ Connor
CLOUDxCITY Leave Their Mark With Debut Single "Find a Way To You"
January 21, 2022
On their debut single, the duo presents a woozy vision for hip-hop.
Author:
DJ Connor
Marcaux Ascends With the Release of "Down"
August 24, 2020
On "Down," Marcaux unpacks the wrestle with success tropes that are both real and perceived.
Author:
DJ Connor
BK Rockstar's Delivers a Wild, High Energy Performance on "Smoke"
March 25, 2021
Brooklyn native, BK Rockstar, is relatively new to the hip hop scene, but he raps as if he's an established veteran.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Myles Lloyd Means Business in Commanding New Single "Down Under"
September 24, 2021
"I had enough of being patient and had to start coming for what is mine."
Author:
Joe Beer