Mark Steele “It’s Been A Minute” Album Is Almost Here
Preparing for his It’s Been a Minute album, Mark Steele, in great spirits, opened up in our interview about change leading to new beginnings in his life. “I’m at a crossroad right now. I feel this energy of...
Diplomats Announce “Diplomatic Ties” Album Dropping Thanksgiving Day
[dropcap]F[/dropcap]ans of the Diplomats have had dreams both built up and destroyed over the years as squabbles and disagreements (most notably between Jim Jones and Cam’ron) have prevented a proper reunion (outside of a few showsand follow up...
#IndieSpotlight: MusicbyKO “Life In Element” Is The Soundtrack For Pre-Fall Blues
[dropcap]A[/dropcap] new LP floated across my desk by an Oakland, California, singer/rapper named MusicbyKO. A warm blend of jazzy 90s Hip Hop and a cadence reminiscent of acts like Isaiah Rashad. Having shared stages with names like J.I.D....
#Interview: RoQy TyRaiD in ‘PLYNwcha’
[dropcap]R[/dropcap]oQy TyRaiD drops a brand-new single “PLYNwcha” produced by NYC’s Motif Alumni with a psychedelic backbeat over hypnotic chants that groove. With an edgy prose, RoQy TyRaiD takes Hip Hop to the next level and Above Average Hip...
Video Spotlight: Mean Joe Scheme & Optiks
In this video spotlight, Joe and Optiks discuss the new project, the state of east coast hip-hop, and what to expect from BEAMS. Be sure to check out both singles below, and follow @meanjoescheme and @thisisoptiks on your...
Eminem: Kamikaze- A Relapse of Epic Proportion
[dropcap]P[/dropcap]oor Eminem. He’s damned if he do and damned if he don’t. His last album, 2017’s pop-heavy Revival, flopped by way of social media yet wasn’t a total disaster. It moved units and afforded him headlining spots on...