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Song of the Day: My Why – Mumu Fresh

MUMU FRESH sings directly from the heart with ‘My Why’, which she describes as “a tribute to that person(s), place, or thing in your life that is your ‘WHY’”. The impassioned single is from her forthcoming LP The Healing, which will feature DJ Jazzy Jeff, 14KT, DJ Dummy, & more, & comes out on 19th April.

Mumu Fresh, aka Maimouna Youssef, is a Grammy Nominated singer, songwriter and emcee, and recipient of the Indigenous Music, Washington Area Music (WAMMIE) & Urban World Music Video awards. She’s worked with Busta Rhymes, Common, Black Thought of The Roots, Tobi Nwigwe & more, & has two NPR Tiny Desk performances under her belt.

Mumu also co-created the Recording Academy’s “Best Song For Social Change” trustee award, which went live in 2023 at the 66th Grammy Awards & was presented by The First Lady, Jill Biden.

Why not check out the lyric video to ‘My Why’ below…

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Song of the Day: Nude Pumps – Carmichael.

Introducing CARMICHAEL. – an artist originally from the UK but has firmly planted his roots in the DC and Maryland area for over 20 years. Carmichael., a past mainstay in the Emo/Post-hardcore scene in the 2000’s, was the frontman of numerous groups and touring alongside bands like (Downtown Singapore, Cutlery, The Receiving Ends of Sirens, All Time Low, etc.).

Carmichael. then took a lengthy hiatus and ended up in the corporate world but with the birth of his son back in 2018 he was inspired to pursue music again as mostly a solo artist yet he has been able to carve out a live band for shows and is looking forward to the his first EP and album to come out in 2024.

The diverse musician and songwriter delivers a silky, honest and gospel-touched conscious hip hop/ Nu-R&B offering on “Nude Pumps” ft Jonny Craig. Check out the video below…

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Rapper Jel’low pushes the boundaries with new single, ‘AYE’.

Hip-hop artist and director JEL’LOW new single, ‘Aye’, showcases his unique lyrical prowess, infectious beats, and innovative production. The single also proves why he is in high demand in an industry needing new and exciting talent. The accompanying self-directed video is a step in the right direction.

Emerging from Washington’s vibrant hip-hop scene, Jel’low has benefited from his time spent in the epicenter of the modern music scene in Atlanta. This has given him the chops and confidence to build an impressive catalog of work, including his new single.

Influenced by a range of artists, including Michael Jackson, Goo Goo Dolls, Stevie Nicks, Adam Lambert, and many more, Jel’low fuses these competing textures to create a sound that is his own.

“Aye” is a permanent marker and beacon that talent will always shine. The single is a glimpse into the future of hip-hop, reclaiming the birthright that has stepped away from the scene…check out the video to the banging joint below…

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Song of the Day: Pretty Girl – T.Boogie (ft. Bucky Malone)

After the release of his previous two singles ‘Heat’ and ‘Magic Trick, T. BOOGIE is back with some more new music produced by Kilobumpin. The song, titled ‘Pretty Girl’, features Bucky Malone, out of Virginia and is an ode to all the pretty girls of the DC, Maryland and Virginia metropolitan area. Definitely a soundtrack for the summer…why not check it out below…

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Fly Von Drops Track, Red-Eye Interlude (ft. BlixxxMel)

When I hit the play button on FLY VON‘s latest joint, ‘Red-Eye Interlude’, featuring BlixxxMel, I was pleasantly taken back.

Known for his braggadocious beats, the DMV rapper slams down some sweet, melodic chants, which is lit up by his by peppery flow.

Why not check it out before you go…

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