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The music world is characterized by a blend of constants and continuous change; Beat examines the inside of the industry from recording studios to record labels, live performances, music streaming technology and beyond.

4 Foot 9, But I Hit Like a Heavyweight: The Real Mecca Drops Her Most Personal Track Yet
Don’t let the height fool you when The Real Mecca steps on the mic, she’s bringing more heat than half the industry combined. With her latest track, “4 Foot 9,” the Charlotte-born rapper proves that size doesn’t define power, and silence from haters doesn't equal peace.
By Nichi 8 months ago in Beat
The Legacy of “The Boy is Mine”
The Boy Is Mine is one of Brandy and Monica’s best duet R&B songs from the 90s era, which involved two girls fighting over a boy. This song has earned accolades, including a Grammy win. It sparked an alleged "feud" between Brandy and Monica, even though it was proven untrue. The song continues with more covers and remixes, making the song a hit by popular demand.
By Gladys W. Muturi8 months ago in Beat
I Fell in Love with a Voice Note
d It started, innocently enough, during the most mundane part of my day: answering work emails. I was in the middle of a week-long online collaboration with a few freelancers from different parts of the country, helping to organize content for a community podcast project. There were five of us. Our group was assembled overnight, dropped into a shared chat, and thrown into digital chaos with clashing time zones, Google Docs, and laggy Zoom calls.
By Noor Hussain9 months ago in Beat
"The Come Up" (Ten K song)
In the world of independent hip-hop, few tracks announce an artist’s arrival quite like “The Come Up” does for Ten K. Released in 2024, the song quickly became his breakout hit, surpassing 2,000 streams on Spotify and earning attention for its unfiltered aggression and unapologetic tone. But The Come Up is more than just a street anthem — it’s a lyrical mission statement rooted in ambition, pain, and the realities of survival.
By Ten K9 months ago in Beat
Ten K
Bradley Lavoie (born November 4, 2003), known professionally as Ten K, is a Canadian rapper, songwriter, and rising figure in independent hip-hop. Hailing from the small town of Sturgeon Falls, part of West Nipissing, Ontario, Ten K has gained attention for his emotionally honest lyrics, melodic flows, and driven delivery. His music speaks from experience—reflecting themes of loyalty, ambition, heartbreak, and perseverance, all grounded in his small-town upbringing and hunger to rise.
By Ten K9 months ago in Beat
What Happened to the R&B group City High???
They were considered the 2000s era of “the Fugees”. Ryan Toby, Claudette Ortiz, and Robbie Pardlo all three from New Jersey were formed by former Fugees member Wyclef Jean into a hip-hop and R&B trio called City High. During the 2000s, City High debut their singles “What Would You Do?” which became the number one song in the Billboard charts. Their song was nominated for a Grammy and their debut album was released in 2001. After their debut album, they were about to work on their second album but we haven’t heard from them since but why.......
By Gladys W. Muturi9 months ago in Beat
Pop and Real: The Art of Staying Authentic in a Manufactured Industry. AI-Generated.
Pop music is a world of smoke and mirrors—or so we're told. It's the realm of auto-tuned vocals, label-controlled personas, and songs built in boardrooms instead of bedrooms. But beneath the glossy sheen and high-budget videos, pop has always had the power to reveal something real.
By Travis Johnson9 months ago in Beat
Music Streaming Fraud: Why It’s Never a Good Idea
Just like piracy, low royalty payments, and AI-generated content that borrows from artists without consent, fraud continues to plague the music industry. Estimates suggest that at least 10% of all streaming activity is fake, amounting to billions of dollars in misdirected revenue each year. That money should be going to real artists, but instead, it’s being siphoned off by bad actors gaming the system.
By LALAL.AI9 months ago in Beat
Ja Rule’s Emotional Tribute, Monique The Star’s Breakout Moment & More: Summer Jam’s Biggest Highlights
Summer Jam 2025 Was a Heatwave of Nostalgia & New Vibes—And I Was There Let me tell you something—Summer Jam 2025 came back different. The energy, the lineup, the return of the festival stage—this wasn’t just a concert, it was a moment for hip-hop and R&B. And I was right there in the mix, sweating in the 90-degree heat but too damn hype to care.
By NWO SPARROW9 months ago in Beat
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge: Redefining Slim Smartphones in 2025.
In an industry where smartphones seem to be growing bulkier with every iteration, Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge makes a bold statement: thinner, lighter, and smarter can still mean powerful. Unveiled to much anticipation, the S25 Edge blends premium design, cutting-edge AI features, and Samsung’s hardware legacy into one of the sleekest devices ever released by the brand. But does its slim profile come at a cost? And how does it compare to other flagships in 2025? Let’s break down everything you need to know.
By Dipayan Biswas9 months ago in Beat
Ten K: Built in the North, Headed for More. Rising prodigy from West Nipissing!
Ten K – From West Nipissing With Ambition West Nipissing, tucked away in Northern Ontario, might not be the first place people look for hip-hop’s next rising star—but Ten K is changing that narrative with every verse. With a raw delivery, sharp lyricism, and an unshakable hustle, Ten K is carving out his lane as one of the most promising new voices in Canadian rap.
By Ten K9 months ago in Beat
From Lil Passion to Pasion: A New Chapter Begins July 4th with “Dichos”
Every artist reaches a point where evolution becomes necessary. For Lil Passion, that moment is now. After more than a decade building a name in both English and Spanish rap scenes, the independent artist born Jonathan Rojas is officially dropping the “Lil.” Going forward, he will simply go by Pasion—a bold, symbolic move that marks a new era of artistic growth, creative clarity, and personal evolution.
By Pasion9 months ago in Beat