Smooth, soulful male vocals are currently rare and in short supply in the music industry but D.NICKS makes sure he is going to give a dose of seductive and harmonious lyrics.
The Londoner releases his first video to single Bad Ting from his upcoming EP, giving a glimpse of what is to come and the huge potential he has as an artist.
This is the first of his releases before his EP so make sure you keep your eyes locked on NEW LEASE MUSIC.
Continuing with his daily freestyle series, AMIR DRIVER enlists the help of fellow Virginia artist Flee Ka$h, for Peace Be With You. Covering The Clipse “Virginia”, Driver & Flee give their take on what Norfolk Virginia’s current state – is to them.
Driver’s next project, Over Everything, is slated for a late May release, but until then, enjoy the freestyles as Driver continues to show diversity & lyrical prowess with each cover.
It’s been awhile but AMIR DRIVER finally makes his way back to NEW LEASE MUSIC and takes on the smooth title of The Ruler in his latest visual. As always, he spits undeniable bars, allowing listeners in on his impeccable rhyme scheme. The braggadocio content of this record, layered over heavy horns and bass, demands attention as Amir and his squad, “SET,” cut through scenes with dirt bikes, 4-wheelers and Jeeps.
His previous efforts – the critically acclaimed EP & short film, The SNEAK Tape and SNEAKS Is Watching respectively – the Virginia hip-hop upriser partnered with Sports Zone Elite to embark on a promotional tour through the DMV area promoting both projects. The SNEAK Tape and short film SNEAKS Is Watching were both featured on numerous sneaker blogs and music outlets, with digital and physical sales totaling upward of 7,000 units sold.
Following the release of The SNEAK Tape, Driver released his ode to Summer with, Til Next Summer. Gaining major notoriety for the projects with strong lyrical content and summer feel, Driver was booked to perform at New York’s legendary S.O.B’s (Sounds of Brazil) for their Generation Next Concert Series. He’s currently preparing for the spring release of his latest project, Over Everything with lead singles, Slick Rick and CTC gaining attention for their both hard-hitting sound and strong lyrical content.
Watch the video to Driver’s The Ruler.
LAZY HABITS unveiled a new music video for single Answers with Questions, starring actor and musician Joshua Whitehouse aka Mr Burberry.
The UK hip-hop/soul/jazz group are fast becoming a renowned international live act as year sees them returning to the stage to tour their highly awaited second album. Later this month, the London-based six-piece will perform at East London venue XOYO, where they’ll headline as part of their UK, Europe and Asia tour, on 25 May.
After releasing their self-titled debut album, of which Mixmag described as ‘swish, perfectly produced’, and fans included Ghostpoet, LAZY HABITS are ready to release their follow-up album, The Atrocity Exhibition on 27 May.
Look out for that…but for now, check out this crazy-a** video.
One of UK’s most promising hip-hop artist FONZSE has dropped a visual to his compelling single, Mending a Broken Spirit.
Set up in a AA-style meeting, the three-minute production shows the Nottingham-based newcomer baring his whole soul to a therapist with hard-hitting clips revealing the hidden woes of fellow patients.
This is one tuned up emcee…you need to check out the video.
Mending A Broken Spirit is taken from his debut album, Conscious Decisions, available now on Bandcamp.
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