Tag Archives: Rap

ASTARRBOY has just dropped “WHY?” featuring Guap Tarantino and this track is a pure ace. That feeling you get when you hear a perfect song that just has it all there, that’s what comes through when hearing this absolute heat. When hearing this tune, you know these guys are the new MVPs. What makes this collaboration so special is how new both of these artists are. The beat is A tier with that deep plug beat feel, but ASTARRBOY and Guap cover it in a way almost reminiscent of 88Glam and Gunna, all their own at the same time, not more »

Orange County rapper, WRRY, returns to the center of Soundcloud’s trap scene with the much-anticipated single titled “HOME.” Delivering trendy production that pockets cheerful melodies and snappy drums, WRRY brands popular trap sounds that feel familiar but sonic-ally push it with charisma and bravado that pulls listeners in. Different from his previous two singles, HOME is a straight-up banger that taps into WRRY’s inner MC. The 2-minute track champions the innocence and playfulness of a rated-E video game mixed with flavorful trap sauce. With bars and cadence that will remind one of Comethazine and Duwap Kaine, listeners don’t have to worry for WRRY to more »

It isn’t every day that we come across tracks that give us cinematic experiences, but LIFETAP is here to bring a whole new sound to the table. In this growing era of hip hop being combined with elements from so many other styles, this is one of those tracks that reminds you how endless music can be. “ᴛᴇʟʟ ᴍᴇ ᴡʜʏ ʏᴏᴜ ɴᴇᴠᴇʀ ᴡᴀɴɴᴀ ʙᴇ ᴀʟᴏɴᴇ ʟɪᴠᴇ ɪɴꜱɪᴅᴇ ʏᴏᴜʀ ʜᴇᴀᴅ ᴀɴᴅ ʏᴏᴜ ᴡɪʟʟ ꜱᴇᴇ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴛʀᴜᴛʜ” – NEW AGE RAGE by LIFETAP The lyrics bring a doom metal atmosphere, for many people something that they could latch onto and relate to, more »

It wasn’t the most fruitful of summers for hip-hop; the last couple of months have had its ups and downs for the culture: the death of X anguished fans, Mac Miller’s passing rocked fans to their adolescent core, and the inflow of creatively lukewarm projects left avid listeners unfulfilled. The maelstrom of tragic headlines and stories left the hip hop community emotionally exhausted but there were exciting artists that were silver linings during this storm. Maryland rapper, Lil’ Xelly, is a name that has caught our attention so far in 2018. The Rockville product has dropped several projects this year more »

With the vast styles of music out there, it is always refreshing to hear something smooth and full of dynamic attention, done fresh. Emerging from Los Angeles is a new duo named Tonoso, and they have just dropped an incredible track for their first single, featuring vocalist Johnny Gr4ves. “The Wolf”, their debut release, is something very different from the masses, and here’s why you need to check them out. Taking a first listen, you’ll be met with glittery keys and a watery atmosphere, which when put together with the vocals, turn into something else. Something to note about this more »

Throughout both music history, countless artists have written and expressed messages about their wallets, habits, or any of the norm. Time and time again, we see artists coming up and making names for themselves, but few artists actually go and take their careers into influencing the lives of others positively. Separating himself from the pack, Travis Karter uses his art to help benefit a much larger cause, which is the constant problem of finding clean water in many places across the world. In 2015, Travis founded a non-profit organization called “Water Is The Answer” purposed to provide access to clean more »

For those who don’t already know, Yungeen Ace is one of the hottest upcoming recording artists in hip hop this year. With some of the rawest music, speaking on real life, and bringing that to the new age, he has garnered heavy support from Worldstar, VladTV, My Mixtapez, and many more major outlets. To the shock of everyone, Yungeen’s latest news is not related to his music or promising career as an artist. Recent posts on his personal and friend’s Instagram accounts have shown the dark reality of why his music is so real.   According to Action Jax News more »

For those familiar with artists along the lines of Scarlxrd to Lil Gnar and Sybyr, many are taking their own flair to the rise in hip hop’s latest grunge movements. Though it seems one of those styles that a very low percent of tracks come up with outstanding mix quality and writing so far; artists such as these, and Beamon alike, are taking their fans to new dimensions. From Minneapolis, Minnesota, he is no rookie when it comes to hitting the studio with absolute grunge. With tracks such as “Man on the Slopes”, “Lonzo Ball”, and “Spirited Away” with Bones, more »

Low Hanging Fruit released their first full length album, The Fruit Tape, in mid 2017, around the beginning of CU Boulder’s fall semester. With summer break over and students eager to return back to the land of day drinking under the Colorado sun, wild night-time ragers, and beautiful adventures in the mountains. The Fruit released an album that aimed to encompass the identity of Boulder’s party scene.  full of bumpin’ beats and witty rhymes, the 23 track album is comprised of songs that for the most part are meant to be party bangers. However, meaningful and elaborate lyrics are thrown more »

The Orange County music scene is thin. Aside from its crowded surf/ punk/ garage rock community that populates its underground music scene, Orange County is barren of accessible hip-hop talent making an impact on the culture. Now before I have the entire DIY community hate me for this assertion, let me be clear that beat showcases and collectives such as Beat Cinema and SXN have allowed an avenue for hip-hop and lo-fi producers to perform locally in cities such as Anaheim and Fullerton. Their efforts to colorize the hip-hop music scene in Orange County should not be overlooked. However, Orange more »

XXXTENTACION is hands down one of the most controversial artists in music this era. Regardless of the many mysteries surrounding the artist, his new album “?” is something important to hear.  The features as you will see are interesting including a unique range from Travis Barker to PnB Rock, but there are only four. Starting off with instructions by his words, the first track on this album is a brief clip of Onfroy explaining his intents with the album, as well as an insight to his mind as a whole. “To say less but to say more,” he describes in more »

SOB x RBE are making noise with their brand-new album, Gangin. The group is blowing up with their laidback rhythm and smooth lyrics.  SOB X RBE caught the attention of super stars such as Post Malone and 21 Savage and will be going on tour together this year. Check out the hit song of the album, “List.” The song projects a poppy bass line under the artists’ head bobbing lyrics. This care free, feel good song is exactly what SOB X RBE are all about. “List” gives Hip Hop a fresh new twist and is one of the best tracks more »

Released on the 16th of February, 2018, Ded Stark’s debut single “Ded” brings a whole new atmosphere to hip hop. Produced/Written/Recorded by himself, Stark combines new production elements and smooth drums with luscious harmonies and melodies to top. “I don’t wanna be dead, but it’s so hard to live in this fucking world” echoes in your head after listening to this track. The verses and chorus alike are heart-warming as many people can relate to the messages it brings across. For anyone feeling down or going through rough times, or just people who want to chill out and smoke up, more »

While Lil Peep is no longer with us, his music lives on. Teddy unveiled the collaboration track with Lil Peep entitled “Dreams & Nightmares.” This unexpected release is the perfect way to pay homage to Lil Peep. Teddy has been climbing the ranks after dropping big tracks with ILOVEMAKONNEN and Rich The Kid. His vocals are tasteful and embrace a mixture of singing and rapping. “Dreams & Nightmares” strikes an emotional chord. The wavy pads and choir in the intro give the track its emotional undertone. Lil Peep and Teddy rap from the heart making the track an irresistible ballet. more »

If you haven’t heard of Cuban Doll, you better start listening to her music because she’s next up. Hip-hop is changing right in front of us. The rise of Cardi B has given female rappers a legitimate platform in Hip-hop and Cuban Doll is taking the stage. At only 19 years old, Cuban Doll has amassed a huge social media following and fans are going crazy over her new song “Bankrupt.” The rap banger is trending on Soundcloud with over 1 million views. It’s no surprise this song went viral. Cuban Doll’s incredible flow has a cadence similar to Tee more »

G-Eazy is taking his new The Beautiful & Damned album out on the road very soon, as he announced his 2018 North American tour today.

Veteran Producer Dirty Audio teams up with sound bending artist Carbin as well as up-and-coming rapper iE-z to produce club banger "Mob".

SNOE, a bedroom hip-hop artist from France, has just released a music video for his new single ‘New Generation.’ But who really is SNOE? According to his general manager, he’s a young rapper who tries to create a universe you don’t see all the time in hip-hop. He released his first project when he was fourteen years old, and much of his inspiration and motivation comes from spending time living in New York City. Stylistically, his music is part of a growing niche in France where many of the rappers are increasingly influenced by the conventions of hip-hop/trap artists from more »

LA’s Ahee is turning up the heat as he follows his Dank Sauce EP with an all new pop banger featuring the talented Apaulo8. The tracks vocals fall into the hip-hop category which gives this record a perfect twist to match the tunes underlying grit. Chris Adams, the name behind Ahee, is a solo producer who has been turning heads as he builds brand awareness and gains steady momentum in the industry. With his foot in the door having released his last EP with Play Me Records it seems as though he has a bright future ahead of him the electronic more »

If you have not yet got any Flu in your life, it’s time to get exposed.. For years now, as an emcee and producer, Melbourne’s Flu (AKA Fluent Form) has put out a barrage of sonic treasures. His workload is stacked, diverse and both of it’s time yet timeless all at once. All mediocre influenza puns from above cast aside, it’s more timely than ever to get all up on Flu, the well rounded and well seasoned artist. It all started in April this year when Fuck This I’m Buying A Gun (FTIBAG) was released to coincide with World Record more »