It may be fast approaching winter but SOHO KINGS set the temperature rising with their latest release, boldly addressing the lack of equality in today’s world…there’s some hard-hitting messages in there; better check it out!
Tag: politically fuelled songs
Song of the day: I’m Not a Freshman? 2 – Wish GRANT’ed
WISH GRANTed’s I’m Not a Freshman? provides some much-needed substance to the XXL Freshman list hype. With heartfelt lines and a self-produced beat featuring himself on the piano, Wish shows his lyrical prowess and viewpoint on the hip hop game.
This stuttering, saxophone playing, dancing hip hopper is making waves in the DMV area. With his stylish dance moves and saxophone in hand, the Baltimorean brings about an amplified experience during his live performances fusing custom instrumental hip hop melodies with catchy lyrics. The hip hop artist has performed with the likes of Lil Durk, Curren$y, Audio Push, Snow tha Product, and Chedda Da Connect.
To add to his ever-growing CV, WISH GRANTed is set to release an EP Second Wish late this summer.
For now, watch the simple visual to the powerful single.
Continuing with his daily freestyle series, AMIR DRIVER enlists the help of fellow Virginia artist Flee Ka$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.
New Track: More Time – Coops
London rapper COOPS is gearing up to release new project God Complex on 6 June. He marks his return with a teaser, More Time.
Having released his Lost Soul mixtape in 2014, including tracks Chillin’ and Blessings, this new release touches on themes including self belief, spirituality and habits and vices.
Coops says of the album: “God Complex was a musical experiment. Some songs I wrote, and some I just went into the booth and started recording. My intention for this approach was to discover something new musically and within myself.”
Album Review: When the Crows Come Around – Paleface Junkies
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
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