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Rhythm and Poetry; rap music is a genre centered around speaking truth to power with style.
MC NIKHIL and SSGKobe Drops New Single “FOLD”
Rising artist MC NIKHIL has just dropped his latest single, “FOLD,” featuring the dynamic rapper SSGKobe. This collaboration is more than just a new track—it’s a powerful statement about resilience and overcoming adversity in the music industry.
By VocalMedia Editor'sabout a year ago in Beat
‘The Infamous’: How Mobb Deep Built A New York Legacy
In 1994, Queens, New York, hip hop duo Mobb Deep was frustrated and ambitious. In April 1993, the two teenagers that the group consisted of, Prodigy and Havoc, released their first album, Juvenile Hell, with high expectations, but their friends did not like listening. They started making a name for themselves in the rap scene, working with Def Jam and fellow rapper Q-tip from A Tribe Called Quest. The album barely made 20,000 sales and earned a 3.5/5 mic rating in The Source. The reaction was not awful, but the group could not distinguish themselves as classics. They were eighteen and nineteen years old at the time.
By Total Apex Entertainment & Sportsabout a year ago in Beat
Phiik and Lungs’ Album “Carrot Season”: New York At Its Finest
Up-and-coming Brooklyn, New York underground rap duo Phiik and Lungs have dropped three new singles so far in 2024: “Gazpacho,” “Uber Dents,” and “From The Dirt.” Ever since 2020’s “The Standard,” the duo has been dropping tracks on Spotify. POW Recordings will release their new album, Carrot Season, on September 10; the album will feature all three of the 2024 singles. In Carrot Season, the duo will build on their lyrical abstract hip-hop momentum from 2023’s Another Planet 4. This article approaches what to expect from their new album based on what little is known.
By Total Apex Entertainment & Sports2 years ago in Beat
The Death Of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce): Eminem's Dance With His Shadow
"You're not f---ing Taylor Swift. You had one era that mattered, mine. Everything that people think of when they think of Eminem is f---ing yours truly. From the blond hair, to the middle finger, to the f---ing jokes, all of it — me."
By Art-Peeter Roosve2 years ago in Beat
KK Upcoming Mixtape "Happy 22": A Bold Fusion of Cultures and Emotions
In a musical landscape often defined by genre constraints and cultural boundaries, Karthik emerges as a refreshing anomaly. An Indian rapper based in the UK, Karthik has carved a niche by blending the rhythmic intensity of Indian rap with the raw, unfiltered energy of UK drill. His upcoming mixtape, Happy 22, is poised to be a testament to his unique artistry, promising a vibrant exploration of emotional depth and cultural synergy that could redefine his position in the rap scene.
By VocalMedia Editor's2 years ago in Beat
The Death of Slim Shady: An Exploration of Eminem's Artistic Evolution
Eminem, the iconic figure of hip-hop, has long been known for his provocative lyrics and multifaceted persona. One of the most notable aspects of his career is the character of Slim Shady, which allowed him to express his darker thoughts and emotions. However, the concept of "The Death of Slim Shady" represents a significant turning point in Eminem's artistic journey, marking a shift in his music and personal life that would ultimately redefine his identity as an artist.
By Laith Mayasa2 years ago in Beat
We Say Goodbye Once Again to Childish Gambino
Alright back in 2020, I wrote a review about Childish Gambino's album 3.15.20 but over the years, I ended up learning that the album felt like it wasn't finished so I ended up listening to it again while it was still on Spotify. They were right, 3.15.20 felt like it wasn't done even though there were some great songs on it, he did end up coming out with the finished album that is known as Atavista now. Just like Because the Internet, Gambino builds a world with Bando Stone with not just an album but a movie as well. As far as I'm aware, there's no release date for it but there is a trailer for it.
By Don Anderson II2 years ago in Beat
Is There a Secret Message in The Death of Slim Shady?. Top Story - July 2024.
Eminem's Death of Slim Shady album dropped and had the biggest streaming day of any rap album this year. On the surface, it seems like the thrilling last ride of Eminem's alter ego, Slim Shady, but is it? Is there a secret message in the Death of Slim Shady?
By Niko Banks2 years ago in Beat
Philadelphia's Rising Star MTL Drops New Single "designer tees"
Philadelphia's music scene, renowned for its eclectic mix of sounds and styles, is now home to a groundbreaking artist on the verge of major stardom: MTL. As an ambient cloud rap artist with a distinct passion for alternative R&B and pluggnb type beats, MTL is carving out a unique niche, blending genres and creating innovative soundscapes that set them apart from the crowd.
By VocalMedia Editor's2 years ago in Beat
