[VIDEO] SHON KASH – “LONG LIVE FREAK” | @SHONKASH

Detroit native Shon Kash drops the visual to his latest single, “Long Live Freak”

A new breed of hip-hop artist, Shon Kash has risen through the ranks of the underground to become a new titan of the industry. With a flair for raw and personal lyrics that flow against driven, distinctive beats and uniquely creative production, his style is true to the classic Detroit sound while also defiantly and perfectly his own.

A central part of the Legends Only Legion collective, as well as an independent visionary, Shon Kash has taken to Spotify as a solo rapper in recent years. Kash is boldly pushing his sound through the release of two essential singles, the captivating “Growing Pains” and the indelible “Long Live Freak.” Brash, bold, and utterly unforgettable, the two singles are undeniable proof of his power and proficiency behind the mic, ensuring that its only a matter of time before he’s crowned the true king of independent rap. Be sure to follow Shon Kash om all social media and digital music platforms.

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[NEW MUSIC] SK8WAY 10THOUSAND – “FIRST DATE”| @sk8wayblogs

Louisiana Pop Artist, Sk8way 10thousand drops his new single “First Date” 

Sk8way 10thousand, a very creative and out of the box type of character, is from a small place you’ve probably never heard of called Tallulah, Louisiana. In his hometown, he is known as “The humble Kidd,” a nickname given by everyone. He was born December 23, 1997, in Vicksburg Mississippi, and is the middle child of 4 siblings. Often, in his hometown, he is mocked, laughed at, and harshly talked about when it comes to his music and fashion choices. Despite his uncanny appearance to most, Sk8way is a very kind-hearted, funny, and cool person to be around.

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When Sk8way 10thousand was 10 years old, he begins to write music. His growth in music led him to become a more powerful writer. His musical influences include Chance the Rapper, Blink 182, and Lil Wayne(He loves to skateboard too!). His reasons for pursuing music are expressed in his unreleased single “Poetic Love.” Unlike his influences, he doesn’t do it for fame.

“Music is my passion, my way of expressing, the only thing that keeps me from worldly oppression“ ~ Sk8way 10thousand

 

Sk8way 10thousand plans to continue to grow as an artist while pursuing collaborative projects with other artists and producers. His music is unique addresses the realities of life. His other creative interests include working out, drawing, and playing basketball. When it comes to his music, he is partial to “Anymore” for its transparent longing for a better world. His new single, “First Date”- in addition to other projects can be found on most digital music platforms like Apple Music, Spotify, and Soundcloud.

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[MUSIC VIDEO] ERICA BANKS – “BUSS IT”| @REALERICABANKS

Erica Banks and 1501 Certified Entertainment release her debut Self-Titled Mixtape and the visual for “Buss It”

1501 Certified Entertainment recording artist Erica Banks announces the release of her self-titled label debut mixtape “Erica Banks.” The project features artists like Lil Migo and Beatking. It is highlighted by tracks “Toot That, Trip Out and Tony Story(Parts 1/2).” The lead single “Buss It” which samples Nelly’s “Hot In Here” can be heard on radio stations in Atlanta, Chicago, Norfolk, Shreveport, Fayetteville, Charleston, her hometown of Dallas, TX, and many more. “Erica Banks” is released and gains well over 2 million views in less than 24 hours. Additionally, it trends on Twitter, then appears in blog posts on “The Shade Room, Bossip, The Neighborhood, SayCheeseTV,” and more.

erica banks “Some of my music is rough but classy. Some days I make trap music. Some days I make love music. Some of it is flat out nasty,” she points out. “I do everything. I’m versatile. To put it plain and simple, I make turn-up music.” ~Erica Banks

Two summers ago would be the first time 21-year-old beauty Erica Banks steps inside a recording studio. Within those two summers, she craftily carved out her lane in the Dallas underground rap scene.

 

In a year, she singlehandedly dropped three jaw-dropping mixtapes, attracted thousands of online fans via her freestyle videos on social media, and inked a deal with 1501 Certified Entertainment, the fastest-growing independent label in the country. And now fresh off her viral Need It” freestyle video bubbling hotter than lava, this honey-complexioned goddess is in a perfect position to add to 1501’s regime in rap music.

1501 Certified Entertainment’s biggest success story to date is multi-platinum rapper Megan Thee Stallion, who Crawford discovered from her Instagram video posts. The 1501 camp is happy to continue fertilizing emerging Texas artists and introduce them to the world. Next up is Erica Banks. Now with the 1501 Certified Entertainment machine backing her latest single “Buss It” and self-titled mixtape, Erica Banks introduces the world to her off-the-cuff flow that knows no boundaries. 1501 Certified Entertainment’s “Erica Banks” Mixtape is available HERE on all platforms.

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[NEW MUSIC] IGNORAMUSS – “STATE OF FLOW” | @Ignoramuss

International artist, Ignoramuss releases his album “State of Flow”

 

International artist, Ignoramuss is a solo emcee/producer from Birmingham, the U.K. His style is born out of feeling encapsulated in a society of people settling for the simple. At the age of five, he has been a musician and a writer since the age of 14. Over the years, Ignoramuss has performed with a plethora of bands playing anything from Jazz to Metal before settling into writing his first love of rap.

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“You come dry, you go dry.”~ Ignoramuss

A lover of all things rap, from boom-bap hip-hop to UK Drill, Ignoramuss blends the U.K sounds with all of the broadest sounds available from the world of Rap. His music is a sub-underground soundscape with lyrics that can only be described as gripes concerning everything that he dislikes around him.

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[NEW MUSIC] Whatsyourvib3 – “FUN”| @Whatsyourvib3

Whatsyourvib3 fans await the release of his forthcoming album titled “No Mistakes Only Lessons”

New Jersey native and Emcee -Whatsyourvib3 is an independent artist and the Founder of Elevated Entertainment. In 2017, Whatsyourvib3 began creating music and develops an endless passion for it. After attending various concerts – venues and colleges-Whatsyourvib3 was introduced and given the opportunity of a lifetime- to meet Wiz Khalifa. This is just what he needed to build his confidence.

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On July 21, 2019, Whatsyourvib3 released his debut song titled “Beautiful” which is a combination of R&B, Hip-Hop, and Trap. That date will always be a neverending reminder of how it all began. Shortly after, the EP “Lov3 Is A Marathon” was released shortly after and can be found on most digital music platforms. Be on the lookout for the forthcoming album “No Mistakes Only Lesson” that drops on June 21, 2020.

 

“Fun” is the current single from the album and is streaming everywhere. If you’re interested in following his journey, be sure to connect on all social media and digital music platforms.

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[NEW MUSIC] NATE SITAWI – “SITAWI TRAPPED” | @dtown01

Multi-talented Musician, Nate Sitawi releases his latest single “Sitawi Trapped” featuring Shawn (Micheals) George and Macahl Jett

 

For Nate Sitawi, there are no limitations when it comes to breaking new ground. Known as a Contemporary Guitarist, Songwriter, Producer, and Record Executive, Sitawi recently drops “SITAWI TRAPPED” featuring vocalists- Shawn (Micheals) George and Macahl Jett. This is the third single from his forthcoming EP “nSituations” slated for release in the Spring of 2021. This project is an extra special milestone for ‘SITAWI’ and his independent label, D-Town Music Group.

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“SITAWI TRAPPED”-the title track and single for “nSituations” has been a staple at ‘Smooth Jazz Radio’ since its release in the Fall of 2019. Additionally, it allows fans to salivate on an exciting up-tempo instrumental while he finalizes-what promises to be-his “most adventurous” project to date.

“Music is not a genre- it’s a feeling of your soul expressed through sound!”~ Nate Sitawi

 

The break-thru EP “nSituations” will feature an estimate of 6 original songs plus some interludes and urban remixes with co-production by Sitawi and Shawn (Micheals) George. Shawn (Micheals) George is an American music producer, singer, songwriter, and he has worked with major artists such as Kim Burrell, James Fortune, Chris Walker, and Carl Thomas- just to name a few. Be sure to connect with Nate Sitawi on all social media and digital music platforms.

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[MUSIC] Genesis Z and The Black Mambas- “Karnivor”| @genesiszmusic

Genesis Z and The Black Mambas team up with Hip-Hop Artist, Redman on their latest single, “Karnivor”

From opening for Stevie Wonder, rockin’ the stage and house parties with Medusa, Anderson Paak, and Bruno Mars…before their stardom…to song pitching for Seal, Lauren Hill, and Beyonce, Genesis Z has gone back to his roots full circle. Genesis has worked with names like Dr. Dre, Busta Rhymes, Spliff Star, Rah Digga, Nate Dogg, Korn, (to name a few).

                                          Who is Genesis Z?

Genesis Z, aka Genesis Ian, is a Singer-songwriter, musician, producer, and videographer from Subic Bay, Philippines. As a child, Genesis moved to Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, France, and San Francisco, California. His world travels eventually led him to Wilmington, Delaware, where he studied music during the renaissance golden years of Neo-Soul.

Genesis ZIn 2001, Genesis moved back to California in pursuit of his music producer career. In 2004, Kairie Cushnie, Justin Ranes, and Genesis Ian founded the music production company Labratz, where he created content for musicians, primary artist, and small businesses. He is also known for his work with his Electro band De5tro who produced alongside Hip-Hop legend, Redman.

“Every song is a page, and every album is a chapter.” ~Genesis Z

While part of Labratz, Genesis produced and released three mixtapes with Busta Rhymes, Spliff Star, and Rah Digga. The team also produced music for Nate Dogg, Dr. Dre’s artist Slim Da Mobster, Kat Williams, Ty James, and many more iconic names. Genesis scored and demoed songs for Lauren Hill, Seal, Christina Milian, placements Film/TV shows under Edmonds publishing company. During his 8-year production career, he has performed alongside Talwilk Enfield, Flipmode Squad’s Spliff Star, Ivis from the Wailers, XOL, Ben Kenny of Incubus, and The Roots.

Genesis ZIn 2008, Genesis Z debuted his RnB/Soul album under moniker aliases, Genesis Ian. This led to meeting Wutangs and Lauren Hills drummer Dion Nueble. Two years later, he and Nueble founded De5tro. They have performed at over 200 venues in Southern California, opened for acts such as Stanley Clarke and Stevie Wonder.

His new band, The Black Mambas, is currently in production for his artist debut album “Karnivor” under White Lion Audio – InGrooves – Artillery Records. Together with manager Kenneth Hawkes, Genesis Z is releasing his single, “Karnivor” (featuring Redman), Summer 2020, and preparing for the next great chapter in his musical journey. Genesis describes his solo music as a biography of his life. Be sure to connect with Genesis Z and The Black Mambas on social media and digital music platforms.

 

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[NEW MUSIC] CAPO VERCETTI – “TRUST IN ME”

East Coast Artist Capo Vercetti releases his latest single, “Trust in Me”

New York native, Capo Vercetti is an artist making an extreme buzz within the Soundcloud community and slowly dominating playlists. Capo delivers a nice rhyme scheme on his songs, along with catchy and unique melodies. The lyrics are geared toward more of relationship problems with his certain records that involve him portraying the typical lifestyle of what it is to be a young and noticeable artist.

“2 things I’ve learned- keep a tight circle and whatever you wanna do in life, make sure you have fun.”~ Capo

Capo Vercetti has been around for some time now. He’s seen and heard on other artists’ projects like Jay Prada and blogs like Fresh Hip-Hop and RnB. Additionally, Capo’s music library consists of songs like “Getting Money, Wildin on Me and Trust in Me.” Be sure to connect with Capo on all social media and digital music platforms listed below.

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[FEATURED ARTIST] 3YRD

3YRD Releases Their Brand New Single “Detonate”

If you asked who 3YRD is and what kind of music they create, you may get some different answers. Although the majority of their songs stay within the hip hop realm, Louvis, Tone, and Bmo each bring their unique voices to the table. They try to stretch the boundaries of genres by using uncommon, cultural instruments to help bring their projects into a new-age life. Each project gives different feelings or emotions as they try to reflect the randomness of day to day life.

3YRD3YRD is a group of dedicated best friends that are fully committed to evolving, growing, and nurturing their music to help provide their fans something they can either sing, jump, dance, or even mosh to. The majority of their songs stay within the hip hop realm. 3YRD’s latest single “Detonate” blends fresh hip hop vibes with smooth beats that result in one of the slickest tracks of 2020.

 

Stretching the genre of hip-hop in ways that allow it to be more than just the expected, 3YRD’s latest adds to their ever-growing discography that showcases their modern take on beats, rhythm, and rhymes. For fans of everyone from Post Malone to Suicide Boys, “Detonate” hits all the marks of a great mainstream hip-hop track destined to take over the airwaves.

“Work hard in silence, let the music and success make the noise”

When it comes to 3YRD’s approach, diversity is key. Never the kind to stay stagnant and deliver the same dish-everything they drop is a new meal to consume. 2020 has already seen the release of their 11-track LP ‘I Do,” which features a myriad of audible addictions from “Wine and Dine” to “Way Back Home” to “Flip the Script.” Be sure to connect and add “Detonate” to your playlists.

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[VIDEO] Timi Tamminen – “Generation Zero” ft. HUMBLE | @TimiTamminen

Timi Tamminen – “Generation Zero” ft. HUMBLE

 

The 24-year old artist and producer, Timi Tamminen, is based in London; a Finnish one-man audio army. His latest single, “Generation Zero” featuring Humble has a catchy hook and is doing numbers on the world wide web. The video is directed by MTN Films & Timi Tamminen.

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