Alt R&B artist Deb Fan unveils her highly-anticipated debut EP ‘Gemini Moon’.

Hong Kong raised, Los Angeles-based artist/producer DEB FAN releases her highly anticipated debut EP ‘Gemini Moon’.

The haunting six-track offering is centralized around duality in two parts; first being the search for control both internally and externally while grieving a heart-wrenching breakup, and second being the duality of Fan from a cultural perspective, as she continues to embrace expressivity while unlearning the social standards that were ingrained deep in her mind as a young girl in Hong Kong.

Written in the solace of her Los Angeles bedroom, the 24-year-old’s lush, ethereal vocals juxtaposed against brash, grungy production intentionally paint the polarity of her natural being, furthering the narrative of the vulnerable experience of searching for oneself post-breakup. In Asian culture, the moon serves as a symbol of feminine power, and Fan’s striking debut EP is a nod to this new chapter.

“Growing up in a traditional Chinese household, I didn’t know what expressivity meant because of how my culture views my gender,” Fan explains. “Moving to America was a huge step in understanding the essence of being a woman. I’ve learned to embrace the power of being hard and soft at the same time. This is captured in Gemini Moon. Because of my innate duality, this project was written from a place that is half realistic, and half delusion, Gemini Moon taking into account all perspectives.”

‘Gemini Moon’ is constructed around cinematic themes, each track detailing a specific feeling throughout her mourning process while listeners immerse themselves deeper into Fan’s world. From numbness (‘Run My Mind’), to lust and love (‘Rules’), depression (‘Pull My Hair’), delusion (‘Thru & Thru’), anger (‘Three Nights’), and passion (‘Rules – Acoustic Version’), ‘Gemini Moon’ tries to answer the unanswerable questions such as ‘why am I here,’ ‘why do I do this,’ and ‘what is my purpose here.’

In the early stages of her artist career, Fan has been championed by an impressive list of music tastemakers, including Billboard, Lyrical Lemonade, MTV, Earmilk and Early Rising to name a few. She has landed placements on Spotify Editorial Playlists including All New Indie, Ethereal, .ORG, Poses, Fresh Finds, Fresh Finds: R&B, Fresh Finds: Indie, Mood., Radar: Hong Kong, Simmering, +852 Rising as well as over 20 New Music Friday playlists.

Deb Fan’s debut EP Gemini Moon solidifies her position as the must-watch artist of 2023. Have a listen below…

Must Listens: Thru & Thru, Rules, Run My Mind, Three Nights

Oloye Coldman offers encouragement in new single, ‘Anything’.

After claiming the #4 spot on NEW LEASE MUSIC’s Top Ten Albums 2022 list, multi-award winning artist, song writer, record producer and an entrepreneur Oloye Peter Oluwamayowa – better known as OLOYE COLDMAN returns , offering pure empowerment for listeners to pursue their dreams with his first release of 2023 titled ‘Anything’.

With a catchy melody and uplifting lyrics, the gentle guitar licks introduces the inspirational piece which builds up to an energetic chorus, featuring dynamic vocals and lively instrumentation.

Oloye Coldman say “I wrote this song to remind people that they have the power to achieve anything they want in life,”. “We often limit ourselves with negative self-talk and self-doubt, but this song encourages listeners to break free from those limitations and pursue their passions with all their heart.”

‘Anything’ is now available on all major streaming platforms. Get inspired and have a listen below…

Watch DJ Drama, Boosie Badazz, & OMB Peezy video for Track ‘Iron Right’ ft. Trouble 

Grammy Award-winning DJ and producer DJ DRAMA has paid tribute to the iconic Atlanta rapper Trouble with the release of the highly anticipated visual for ‘Iron Right’ featured on his new album, ‘I’m Really Like That’ released via Generation Now/MNRK Urban. The track features collaborations with Boosie Badazz and rising star OMB Peezy, with Trouble’s powerful presence resonating throughout the entire release.

The video for ‘Iron Right’ serves as an ode to Trouble’s distinctive style and unparalleled impact on the hip-hop scene. Known for his gritty lyricism and captivating storytelling, Trouble’s contributions to the rap game have left an indelible mark. DJ Drama, in collaboration with Boosie Badazz and OMB Peezy, delivers a track that encapsulates Trouble’s essence, paying homage to his influential presence in the industry. Check out the video below…

Listen to VerseBorn x JAE 1’s EP, ‘Freedom Is Expensive.’

From the moment you hit play on VERSEBORN x JAE 1‘s latest collaborative EP ‘Freedom Is Very Expensive,’ you’ll be transported into a world of introspection and raw emotion. Single ‘Authentic’ sets the tone with its smooth beats and powerful lyrics, while second effort ‘Veritas’ showcases VerseBorn’s impeccable flow and lyrical prowess. Each track on the EP brings something new to the table, with JAE 1’s soulful production adding an extra layer of depth and emotion to the mix.

As the EP progresses, you’ll find yourself becoming more and more immersed in the world that VerseBorn x JAE 1 have created. ‘Family Tides’ and ‘Rules To Live By’ are standout tracks that showcase the chemistry between these artists, while ‘Penthouse’ brings in heavy hitters Mickey Factz and Smooth Da Truth for an explosive finale that will leave you wanting more.

But it’s not just the music that makes ‘Freedom Is Very Expensive’ such an incredible project. It’s the way that VerseBorn x JAE 1 have seamlessly blended their styles together to create something truly unique and unforgettable. KonQuest Now has once again proven themselves to be at the forefront of the hip hop game, pushing boundaries and breaking down barriers with each and every release.

Don’t sleep on this EP – it’s destined to be a classic. Head over to Bandcamp now to stream and purchase ‘Freedom Is Very Expensive’ is now available exclusively via Bandcamp. Check it out below…

Must Listens: Family Tides, Rules To Live By, Penthouse

Bullet Brak returns with ‘Bullet Man’ Video

Veteran rapper BULLET BRAK has been turning heads for over a decade with his dynamic delivery and witty wordplay. The spellbinding Maryland-born entertainer is now living in SouthWest, Florida and has worked with heavyweights such as Papoose, Grafh, OT The Real, The Beatnuts, Noreaga, Curren$y, The LOX, Gunplay, Torch, Ty Dolla $ign, Torae, Chevy Woods, Termanology, Chris Rivers and more.

In 2014 he was honored with a nomination for a prestigious Underground Music Award in the category #1 Contender. His clever lyricism, magnetic delivery, efficient rhymespitting, and irresistible personality has led to major features in Sway In The Morning, Hip Hop Weekly, XXL, The Source, 2DopeBoyz.com, AllHipHop.com, DJEnuff.com, YoRaps.com, ThisIs50.com, VladTV.com, SwaysUniverse.com, MrPeterParker.com, and various other high profile media publications.

Now he’s back in the spirit of Gus Alex in his newest video, ‘Bullet Man’. As the newest addition to the Bullet Brak catalog, Bullet represents for his Greek heritage on this record, which is produced by Gus, an Athens, Greece native. Gus Alex is known for his underworld hits, so is Bullet … Check it out below…