OUT TODAY: check out Kalada’s track Feasting ft. UK rap royalty Ashley Walters

Taken from his debut project ‘Thinking Out Loud’, KALADA joins forces with UK rap, TV and film royalty ASHLEY WALTERS on new single, ‘Feasting’. With its catchy instrumental and contagious energy, ‘Feasting’ is guaranteed to get you popping bottles with your friends. This track combines elements of UK rap/hip-hop to create a unique sound that will have you hooked from the chorus.

Released alongside the single, ‘Thinking Out Loud’ is Kalada’s first full body of work, and boasts productions from Fumez the Engineer, Victizzle and Ro, as well as collaborations with Namesbliss, Bookez and a second record with Ashley Walters.

Kalada is a British rapper, songwriter, lyricist & performer from North West London born to Nigerian parents. With music from rap legends such as 2Pac ,DMX, The Notorious B.I.G., JAY-Z & Nas shaping his early years, Kalada officially kicked off his career in 2014 with a song titled ‘Somebody That I Used to Know’. Since then, he has remained active in the UK rap scene with singles such as ‘Summertime Fine’, ‘Jasmine’ (which got added to Rap UK official playlist). Kalada has shown his versatility by exploring genres such as Rap, Trap, Afroswing and Rndrill, and has collaborated with artists and producers such as G Maffiah, namesbliss, Lexi Banks, Beats By Mantra, JRD’N. and more. Some major highlights of his career include performing at ILUVELIVE; getting featured on radio stations such as KISS FM & BBC 1Xtra; an article feature in the Voice Newspaper, and getting verified on Instagram. Despite all his achievements, Kalada intends to continue challenging himself and showing off his intentionality and talent. It is evident he will remain prominent in the scene for a long time.   Have a listen to ‘Feasting’ below…

Daemon tackles sobriety in single, ‘Three Years Sober’ + video

DAEMON‘s new single, ‘3 Years Sober’ details his bouts with addiction from more than just one perspective, with his video acting out the stages of his emotional odyssey. The result is a powerful piece of art, dynamically representing a deep life experience.

The conscious wordsmith represents St. Louis with tremendous life bars & world class lyricism and has rocked stages along with the likes of Killer Mike, DJ Shadow, & Trackstar The DJ (Run The Jewels). His music has been featured in an array of shows on Netflix, FOX, TBS, & Starz, including Power, The Last O.G., Inventing Anna, & Ghosted, and in XBox’s racing game Forza Horizon 5. Check out the video for ‘Three Years Sober below…

Song of the Day: NDA – Persius

Rapper PERSIUS shares his single hip hop/rap track ‘NDA’. Please check it out below and drop a like or comment to let us know what you think about it.

Persius, formerly known as Jay Smoove, is a talented rapper hailing from the vibrant city of Chicago. Born and raised in the Windy City, Persius has carved out a distinctive place for himself in the music industry.

His journey in the world of music has been marked by dedication and a relentless pursuit of his artistic vision. With a unique blend of lyrical prowess and a captivating stage presence, Persius quickly gained recognition in the music scene.

One of his significant accomplishments lies in the digital realm, where he has achieved remarkable success. Persius boasts an impressive track record, having garnered over 500,000 streams on Spotify and a strong presence on various other top streaming platforms. This achievement is a testament to his ability to connect with a diverse and widespread audience.

Persius‘s music is a reflection of his experiences growing up in Chicago, a city known for its rich musical history and vibrant culture. He uses his lyrics to tell stories, share insights, and provide a glimpse into the complexities of urban life, making him a relatable and resonant artist for many.

As he continues to evolve as an artist, Persius remains committed to pushing the boundaries of his craft. His dedication to his artistry and his connection with his listeners promise a bright future for this Chicago-born rapper, as he continues to make his mark on the world of music. Have a listen to ‘NDA’ below…

Rapper MeRCY pays homage to his late father in video for track, ‘Dad’s Drawing Pad’

For his final release of 2023, MeRCY delivers a powerful video/song with ‘Dad’s Drawing Pad’, dedicated to his father who passed away a few years back. Jimmy Nguyen puts together a scrapbook like visual filled with nothing but good memories as its simple ness really pays homage to the late Anthony Hall.

MeRCY says, “This is probably the most important and most personal record I ever wrote” as he crafts the song together perfectly choosing some beautiful production from Lebanon Don to be the backbone of the track, while P. Hall is featured on the chorus. The artist takes you on a journey of emotions as he describes the type of man his father was and the relationship they both had with one another. He credits his father for introducing him to many things saying “My dad was a huge influence in my life and my relationship with the higher power. He possessed so much knowledge with his views and perspectives in life, art and music. It’s almost as if he was a prophet to me”.

In the words of the late Mac Miller, “music is a beautiful thing”, and what MeRCY chose to do with this record was beautiful and powerful as he uses his talent to show off the wonderful human being his father was. ‘Dad’s Drawing Pad’ will be featured on the album ‘Michaelangelo’ set to release in 2024.

Check out the video below…

Song of the Day: Tranquil Skies – Kramer

Grammy Award winning composer and multi-talent KRAMER takes his skills airborne with single, ‘Tranquil Skies’. The celestial track features him on vocals and production, inviting listeners to take an audio ride across the clouds, while doing a two-step. He says the song shares his solution to problems of the world today, which is to “go outside and play”.

Kramer has a history of earning a Grammy for composing on poet J. Ivy’s The Poet Who Sat By The Door, and working with Bilal, Anderson .Paak, & Georgia Anne Muldrow as half of Tensei. The South Side Chicago native is a four octave blues singer, keyboardist, & producer, and his multi-genre style shines through bright & loud on his current single…have a listen below…