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It is utterly insane how electric Jetcity Records can make a twenty-two track project sound. With their long-awaited debut, “Welcome To Jet City”, this high-flying Hip-Hop collective takes compilation albums to new, modern-trap heights.
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Almost every track on “Welcome To Jet City” is a profound posse cut. Loco 2k, Nucky JMC, Rup Monsta, Skyler, Big Ox, Aye Michelle, and Ag Souljah are the prominent pyromaniacs of the album; blazing through hooks and verses with lyricism and inflections that keep the energy at an all time high. What is likewise captivating about “Welcome To Jet City” is that it is not a constant stream of original content. Rocking the ride, every now and then, is the turbulence of mainstream remixes. “Thotiana” by Blueface; “Lil Bebe” by Danileigh; “Middle Child” by J Cole; “Going Bad” by Meek Mill and Drake; each one of these records are terrifically remixed by the talents on this album, steering it into clouds of spontaneous exhilaration. Certainly, “Welcome To Jet City” may intimidate you with the length of its tracklist. However, once play is pressed, and the debut opus truly takes off, you will not regret a single song. With such an invigorating list of bangers, this soaring collective simply cannot be shot down.
Catch a vibe! Fall into the infectious groove of Luclover's new hit song "Her Loss ft. Dmxn". This modern trap banger features a trippy dream-like feel, a deep boomin' baseline, and melodic hiphop harmonies crafted by Luclover and Dmxn. Read more about the artist and enjoy the new single "Her Loss" today.
Luclover is a 14-year-old rapper and musician based in Houston, TX, his family is originally from Morocco. Music wasn’t Luclover’s first passion, basketball was. He first picked up a ball at the age of 4, and his parents helped him to develop his skills and excel to an advanced level by taking him to practice, personal training and playing with him in the backyard. In January of 2019, Luclover found that his drive to play basketball was gone and that he wanted to take a different path and create music. His parents fully supported this switch and helped him set up a home studio, where Luclover still records. His first single "999" has almost 70,000 views on Soundcloud. His current single "Her Loss ft. Dmxn" just dropped at the end of August. You can listen to his work on Soundcloud, or follow him on Instagram for updates on new releases.
Straight from Ugly Faces Entertainment is the most explosive World record you will hear all year. Defying the patriarchy of her continent’s music circuit, Elly The 22 has released “Candy”; and established the prowess of female energy by doing so. As fun and commercial as this Afrobeat single is, it is likewise evidence of tremendous talent on Elly’s part. Singlehandedly, this Ghanan artist brings both singing and rapping to the table; and annihilates both with flawless precision. After clever, bar-heavy verses, she lunges into an impeccably melodious chorus. One that eternalizes the spirit of summer, with its vibrance and torrid captivation. “I want that candy, yeah!” This song is a catchy celebration of love and attraction, totally embodying the dint of emotions you feel when that special someone crosses your path. Currently, “Candy” is the sweetest thing on international airwaves. Once you get a taste of Elly The 22, and her latest creation, you’ll swiftly return for more.
The death of Maddie Finch, in the first hours of the new year 2018, shook the quaint suburb of La Harpe, Illinois in ways we can not adequately convey. When she was fatally shot inside of her home, the entire, Hancock County mourned. So strongly, in fact, that their grief stretched to the metropolis of Chicago, where an extraordinary emcee was moved to pay homage. That extraordinary emcee is Zip Dot; and that payment of honor is the video to his poignant, new opus— “Used To”.
This record braves such a command over introspection and heartbreaking emotion that few will be able to contest its overwhelmingness. A melancholic ripple of rhodes chords is peppered by the tap of kicks and rimshots; over which, this Baltimore-born, Naperville-repping rapper, floats with lyrical supremacy. With subjects ranging from thoughts of self-harm, to broken romances, and Zip’s untouchable faith in rap, “Used To” is a fantastically vulnerable record. It is the epitome of openheartedness, with a video whose tribute does it even more justice. For Zip Dot, Maddie Finch, and the Stop The Violence movement as a whole, give “Used To” a spin; and stay alert for the next drop this amazing emcee has in store.
“All in my face, ‘cuz they wanna ride my wave!” When first starting up, Zero The Kidd’s “Wave” will mislead you. By its watery, ambient synth and tame, auto-tuned intro, you will be convinced that this single is yet another calm pool of modern-trap majesty. That is until the 808 punches the mix, and you are dragged into the current of a high-energy anthem. It is fitting that Zero’s home is Boynton Beach, Florida; for this track is an inescapable tsunami of sound. Washing freshly across your speakers, from the shores of the Sunshine State, “Wave” commands a radio-ready swagger not easily accomplished. Swimming through kicks, snares and hats, Zero The Kidd makes an impressive splash on the record; unleashing a stream of bars and melodies that will enliven anyone who hears them. So much so, that it is certain “Wave” will add another million plays to the ten million Zero has already acquired. If you are in need of a tidal banger for your upcoming, September playlist, look no further than Zero The Kidd’s amazing latest— “Wave”.
Oklahoma has always been known for its lucrativity and potential. Since the early days of American settlement, open land and natural resources have magnetized many to The Sooner State; causing an unprecedented rush of habitants. Now, in 2019, a similar hysteria is transpiring. Where once it was settlers racing into OKC, now it is thousands of listeners; and instead of land and resources, they have their sights set on a new, particular treasure: NOHEZZO. Repping Oklahoma City, this Hip-Hop upstart is making a grandiose impact on the Southern rap circuit; and his slow-burning “My Soul” single is definite proof. Already, the GUAPKIDQ-produced banger has netted over one-hundred thousand views on its Youtube music video. Every last count can be attributed to NOHEZZO’s impeccable performance on both the visual and song itself. Yes, the rapper delivers an enthralling, action-packed video for the record; however, it would be nothing without the music that backs it. Embraced by a patient, almost R&B-esque instrumental, NOHEZZO lyrically shows out. He swags the beat with a flow and inflection reminiscent of 6LACK, chronicling his myriad experiences in those OKC streets. With every turn of a verse, and every flutter of the beat’s kick, hat and snap, NOHEZZO gives more and more of himself to the record; fitting “My Soul” with an introspective flair few can match. To say the least, this two minute banger is a deep and relatable addition to NOHEZZO’s catalogue. In time, it will have more light shed on Oklahoma than ever before; and this young artist will be at the forefront of that stardom.
Epic is an understatement. New Jersey - LA rap artist, Napoleon Born Apart presents the visuals to his latest single entitled “Rich Soul Not Regular” artfully directed by EBB Friday. This serves as a standout banger from his new 14-track masterpiece titled "Born A Trap". NBA floats over the uptempo and energetic trap production while explaining to listeners the importance of leveling up and putting the proper work and effort into your dreams. Spitting with the confidence of a young boss within a room full of beautiful women in mist smoke filled rooms with symbolic champagne toasts to the sky. Living out his dreams to the fullest! An interpretation of “Rich Soul Not Regular” is flexing your muscles and showing the world that you are close to reaching your potential.
The definition of an underdog expected to lose. Where the F.O.M.G Entertainment (Forever On My Grind) artist, NBJay is from, young black men are expected to be either dead or in jail by 19. However, instead of being a statistic this under dog is thinking beyond the trap, and uses his talent to propel him into rap stardom! On-the-verge artist, NBJay's new EP "Under Dog" is 5-tracks packed with money motivated hustlers anthems and trap gems! Stream the full project today on Apple Music.
“It’s been a while since I first saw you, something about that kiss...” For those of us who have had tremendous romantic encounters, these words from Chris Knite are a blast down memory lane. “Your pretty smile, girl, I can’t front it; Girl, I reminisce...” By the beam of his star-striking chorus, we are warped into complete recollection of that special someone; and reminded of the very moment each and everyone of us knew we were “Ready For Love”.
Native and nigh-tropical percussions keep this enamored power at a constant throughout the record. Surely, the beat is flavored by an array of synths, rises, and basslines that assign it Pop perfection; however, these drums are powerful enough by their lonesome to lift your spirit. Lift it high into the atmosphere of this singer’s superb vocals. Through clouds of reverb and autotune, Chris Knite sings with the resplendence of his Sunshine State. As he serenades his unnamed love interest (in a fantastic mixture of English and Spanish), his voice flourishes with a lushness only Jacksonville, Florida could provide; making for an earth-shaking R&B hit. Love is in the air this summer and, thanks to Chris Knite’s latest, it’ll remain that way for the rest of 2019. Singlehandedly, he’ll have us all “Ready For Love”.
Just when you’d thought every nugget of gold and every rock of diamond had been robbed from the gorgeous continent of Africa, a gem juts from the earth. It glows with the colorful hues of Afro-beat, and glistens with melodies that those native to the motherland will irresistibly feel in their souls. That jewel is Thandiwe Love’s “Good Life”; and through its lustrous prism of sounds, you’ll come to know that the wealth in Africa is far from low. For, there are still mountains of riches in their arts and culture. Thandiwe shows this with twenty-four tracks of enchanting dance music. Albeit, a handful of these records sport modern-trap sensibilities; most of them pump with the Worldly, four-to-the-floor rhythm that the motherland is known for. Raw, stomping kicks and energetic percussions keep this project pumping with the lifeblood of African music; a lifeblood that is further vivified by the melodious vocals Thandiwe splices into it. The lead single, “Loving You” is a quintessential example of such performance; manifested by a club-rocking trap beat and astounding, autotune harmonies. An inflection, with which Thandiwe uniquely excels. All in all, “Good Life” is a powerful embrace of international pop music— mixing World and Afro-beat brilliance with auto-tune and trap magnificence. Out of twenty-four tracks, you won’t skip a single one. In fact, you’ll be pining for the next song from Africa’s rising star.
