Song of the Day: Be Alright – Tops Mafioso

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Coming on the back of support from the likes of BBC 1Xtra, GRM Daily and Link Up TV for his previous releases, Neva Switch Sides and RckPprSxxrs/Love, TOPS MAFIOSO returns with his first single of 2016 titled Be Alright.

Produced by Gravez, Be Alright  gives an insight to the South London rapper’s life in the inner city and his journey for artistic freedom. The soulful and vibrant production is topped off by the 21-year-old’s lyrical dexterity.

With a collaborative EP with producer Code-E, a solo debut project, and visuals in the pipeline, this upriser won’t be off on holiday anytime soon as he determined to make 2016 his year.

Check out the video to Be Alright below.

 

EXCLUSIVE Interview with: King Dice O

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From the start, KING DICE O was featured on NEW LEASE MUSIC. After a lengthy hiatus, The Owl Life entertainment recruit returns bolder than ever with a string of hot tracks…and his hard work paid off because one of his latest singles, Pain Of Fortune, went down well with you guys, receiving the most listens last month. I think it’s about time we know a little more about this master of wordplay.

 

NLM: First off, I wanna know how did you come up with the stage name KING DICE O? I’m so intrigued!

KDO: Dice’O that’s my street name, known for gambling with my life. I add the king to acknowledge my worth….

NLM: Since releasing Pain Of Fortune (named Song of the Month in January by NEW LEASE MUSIC), you knocked out two more tracks, Working and Street Poet. What’s the response been like on the tracks since its release?

 

KDO: First off, I would Like to thank you for giving me an opportunity to be featured on your site. Pain Of Fortune is so real, that’s my life in motion. I knew the fans was going to respects it but they really loved it.Working was just excuses for my lyrical wordplay. Street Poet I gave u the chance to see how it all started and why I’m known as the street poet…

 

NLM: You release your mixtape, The Life Vol.2 (The Quiet Storm) today. What can potential fans expect from your latest project?

KDO: I’m not going to front, comparing this to my 1st mixtape, this is a big step up, got my team on the mixtape. We’re working, perfecting our craft every chance we get, I feel I’m definitely going to change the game with this new sound. I want you to judge it for yourself but your going to hear the growth.

NLM: What’s your proudest on the mixtape work and why?
KDO: I got a few but hands down Dear Dom that’s a letter, I wrote to my son it took a lot out of me, mentally as a father I’m going threw it and this is my therapy.

 

NLM: So what artists you’re digging at the moment?

KDO: J Cole

NLM: If you were to collaborate with just ONE chart-topping artist of today, who would it be and why? 
KDO: Common sense of course. He’s the reason why I respected the flow . I remember when I was a young knuckling head, I heard this track called Book Of Life of his album Resurrection poetically he was spitting knowledge… Had my eyes open from then…
 

 

NLM: So what other plans you have for 2016? Do you have any upcoming gigs/projects?

KDO: Wow It amazing you say that! Got a few gigs coming up and a lot show cases coming up. Me and my team are working, my clothing line is out “Owl Life Branded for life”, photo shoot coming out soon, also we’re dropping the music video for 4am in the Bush… It’s going to be a busy year!! Owl Year !!!

NLM: How can potential fans reach you?

 

Instagram: OwlLifeBrandedForLife  and King DiceO
FaceBook: KingDiceO
Twitter: KingDiceO,
Gmail: OwlLifeBrandedForLife@gmail.com
 

NLM: If music didn’t exist, what other profession would you do?

KDO: Design clothes, starting a business or a chief.

NLM: If music didn’t exist, what other profession would you do? 

KDO: Design clothes, starting a business or a chief.

 NLM: Finally, any shout outs?

KDO: My Son Dom he the reason why I’m working so hard. That’s my life right there… Big shout out to you, been rocking with me from the start that’s real, my team owl life/ cannon gang they grew with the life, to all my fans and my supporters, I’m here for ya’ll, I’m nothing with without y’all, thanks for listening. peace family much love…

Album Review: When the Crows Come Around – Paleface Junkies

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It’s been a long time coming for PALEFACE JUNKIES fans out there. In response to popular demand,  the brainchild behind the act, Kid Vibe got himself together and dropped his 20 track-album, When The Crowds Come Around last month.

Collaborating with a string maestros, including fellow St Louis hip-hop outfits, 3KNGZ and Liquor Store Bandits, he takes golden hip-hop to another level, injecting a real smooth vintage vibe that hits the soul.

If you haven’t sampled this emcee’s work and you like vintage hip-hop filled with seriously politically charged lyrics, well this mammoth collection may be your bag. Check it out right here.

Must Listens: When The Crowds Comes Around, Clap At Us (Kid Vibe Chilled Out Remix), Thoughtless, Mass Hysteria

New Music Video: Refreshment – Savvy

Following the success of a string of projects and receiving support from DJs including  DJ MK (KISS 100), Adele Roberts (Radio One), Huw Stephens and Giles Peterson, SAVVY now resides at the forefront of the hip-hop scene. The owner of Saving Grace Music label comes back harder with a brand new video to his knock-out track, Refreshment.  download FREE via SoundCloud.

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JORDAN SEFTON resurfaced just in time for Valentine’s Day with latest single Love Me, the first release from his upcoming album, Animal’s Kingdom.

Featuring a wavey beat coupled with a rich old school vibe that reverberates throughout the three-and-a-half minute record, the Londoner topped it off by delivering infectious, ear cracking bars. His best work to date has all the right ingredients of receiving heavy airplay on urban radio stations, further cementing his place in the London’s underground hip-hop scene.

Pre-order Animal’s Kingdom from 12th February on iTunes. In the meantime, check out the seriously loved-up single.