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22 February 2022 at 03 : 59 AM
Serius Jones – Dig Em Up Freestyle | @SeriusJones
Jersey’s own Serius Jones has been in the battle rap scene since the early 2000s and is known for his battles against Jin, Big Ace, and Murda Mook and has been featured in the legendary SMACK DVD, World Star, VladTV, MTV2’s Fight Club and most recently, the URL Battles on Caffeine. The battle rapper […]
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2 February 2022 at 18 : 55 PM
One on One with DJ Toshi
From Bushwick by way of the Far Eastern city of Tokyo, Japan, DJ Toshi has been perfecting his craft as a DJ and producer, making a name for himself broadcasting worldwide on his internet radio show, Classic Storm Radio, garnering die-hard fans from across the globe. DJ Toshi has performed for parties & shows at […]
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15 January 2022 at 19 : 15 PM
Conan – “Follow Me” (Official Video) | @ynvsconan
Following his hit party track, “Mingalau,” YNVS artist Conan starts 2022 with visuals to his energetic new single, “Follow Me”. Shot by Ty Shots, the video focuses on a speed date event at Chelsea’s Latin hotspot, Counter & Bodega, which evolves into a huge turn up once the YaVe Tequila starts pouring and the Bronx […]
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8 October 2021 at 02 : 36 AM
VIDEO: Duss8 feat. E.Daney, JROBB & Acee – “Foxy”
Hip hop collective Duss8 consists of Harlem rappers E.Daney, A Cee, JROBB, and Money $. The crew returns with their latest project, “Foxy”. The beat takes us back to a more nostalgic time in hip hop with lyrics by the trio, E.Daney, A Cee, JROBB making it a head nod to add to your playlist. […]
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9 September 2021 at 21 : 53 PM
VIDEO: GUN40 – “Sore Loser” | @gunmusic40
Dallas rapper GUN40 surprised his fans with an 8 track EP entitled Sore Loser along with an EviJanJohn-directed music video for the title track. “Sore Loser is an EP for the loyal fans, the core following,” says GUN40. “I wanted to give them something to listen to while they wait for IDGAF2. This just the […]
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7 July 2021 at 17 : 02 PM
VIDEO: Conan – “Mingalau” | @ynvsconan
YNVS artist Conan hits us with visuals for the Speedy Baby-produced smash single, “Mingalau”, which basically is a word that can suffice for anything. Directed by R-Streetz, the video is an energetic 420 wonderland, taking place on 420, the day of the first SmokeChampsPalooza that took place in NYC at Quad this past April. Stay […]
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23 December 2020 at 19 : 18 PM
Koncreat – “On My Mind” | @koncreat
Philly musician, Koncreat, was born Jamar Jones on March 14, 1991, in North Philadelphia and raised in West Philadelphia, he formed a short-lived group with neighborhood friends Source Waveron and Murda Meen named, Critical Bars in 2009. The trio released a mixtape: Critical Condition in February 2011, which soon led to their break-up. Following the […]
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22 December 2020 at 21 : 49 PM
All About Dionni6x | @dionni6x
Dionne M Sanchez, AKA Dionni 6X was born and raised in the Dominican Republic and came to the United States when she was 17 years old. She graduated as an early student at Brentwood High School. Dionni6x always had a passion for music, which is one of her biggest inspirations. Her love came from Redimi2 […]
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18 December 2020 at 00 : 36 AM
FlowBoy Duce – “Pay For That” | @FlowBoyDuce
The Bronx’s Deyvon L. Rosa (professionally known as FlowBoy Duce) started rapping at the age of 12 and released his debut demo, “How I Tell It” at the age of 16, catching the attention of Def Jam in 2006. His 2011 debut project, The Healing Point: Vol. 1, has grasped the attention of Hot97’s DJ […]
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4 December 2020 at 03 : 26 AM
Billionaire Burke – Refuse To Fail | @BBMG_Burke
Following the success of Clear The Air, a project that dropped earlier in the Summer, East Harlem’s Billionaire Burke has dropped his new project correctly titled Refuse To Fail, which is already climbing up the Spotify ranks. The 14-track album under the EMPIRE/BBMG imprint is a classic project with various melodic and hard-hitting beats with […]
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13 November 2020 at 22 : 32 PM
Prospect Out Hrr – “Clout Chasing” (Official Video) | @Out_Hrr_Events
A mixture of illustrative bars and expressive energy, Midwest emcee Prospect Out Hrr differentiates between the real and the fake in his latest visual release “Clout Chasing.” Featuring fellow St. Louis artists Bates and IBenAGod, “Clout Chasing” calls out the haters, spectators, and naysayers from beginning to end; drawing a distinguished line between them and […]
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23 October 2020 at 17 : 09 PM
G-Pak – “No Love” | @sm_gpak
Following his 2019 joint, “This Is It” featuring YNVS first lady, Brooke Lynne, Brooklyn’s G-Pak releases his new single “No Love.” @sm_gpak Follow Shamika Sykes on Twitter & the Gram for all of her interviews and adventures.
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21 October 2020 at 12 : 36 PM
TrapDaddy – “Sunday Service” | @trapdaddy
TrapDaddy is the embodiment of an Atlien. Born and raised in Perry GA., things took a turn causing Trap to take a different direction with education. Trap saw a bigger picture for himself, and He knew that in order to become what he wanted to be he had to take his move to the city […]
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2 October 2020 at 17 : 52 PM
VIDEO: Kocky Ka – “Respectfully” | @Kocky_Ka @Kaydotti
Brooklyn welcomes its newest member to the rap world, Kocky Ka, a young and multi-talented artist from BAMAZ East New York who is making some immediate impact to this hip hop game. Kocky Ka not only raps, but he also sings and harmonizes. He has been rapping for just two years now and has already […]
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14 August 2020 at 15 : 09 PM
K.Belle – “Put Me On” | @therealk.belle
K.Belle is a 19-year-old singer/songwriter with a passion for soul. Hailing from the Highbridge section of the Bronx, this charismatic singer /songwriter is classically and vocally trained since the age of 8 years old. K.Belle managed to combine stunning melodies with infectious grooves and edgy beats. K.Belle has an eclectic twist. His music blurs the […]
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13 August 2020 at 12 : 19 PM
Fame Johnson feat Lil Keke & Justin Case – “Give It A Chance” | @fameabebk @DonKe713 @themadmisfit
Anybody from Texas and a fan of hip hop music knows that if you can get Lil Keke from the legendary Screwed Up Click then you’re going to have a classic Texas record. His body of work along with the likes of Z-Ro, Trae The Truth, Lil Flip, Big Moe, and others shifted the culture […]
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27 July 2020 at 23 : 50 PM
Sara Molina Plays Maino’s New “Rat Theme” Track
Sara Molina, the mother of 6ix9ine’s child, plays Maino’s new track, “Rat Theme” on an IG post yesterday evening, where she captions, “This song is so real. This my shit!” Now, the song isn’t a direct diss to the rainbow-tressed rapper but some may get the drift because of the subliminal, but you be the […]
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22 July 2020 at 15 : 40 PM
Floyd In The Sky – “Say That” | @FloydInTheSky
With protests, marches, boycotts, and brutality dominating the airwaves and news cycle, the entire world is in turmoil. Oddly enough, today’s societal struggles only mirror the history of Augusta Georgia, home to some of the original civil rights movements. The racial tension, the violence, the marches, all in the name of freedom, the city of […]
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14 July 2020 at 23 : 55 PM
Conan – “Turn Up” (Official Video) | @ynvsconan
Conan releases visuals to his new single “Turn Up” from off his new album, Mingalau. Directed by Point Blank BX, the video took place during the 4th of July pool party which was sponsored by Revanche Cognac and Stoned Pizza. If you’re gonna do a song called “Turn Up,” you might as well do it […]
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13 July 2020 at 15 : 17 PM
W.A.D.E. – “Loyalty Over Royalty” Video + Interview | @wadetherapper
W.A.D.E. is a rapper straight out of Harlem who is starting to blaze his own trail in the indie rap scene. His visuals to his new single “Loyalty Over Royalty” dropped last Friday with 3.5K views and climbing. I speak with the rapper about himself and his views on artistry during the pandemic. Tell us […]
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2 July 2020 at 21 : 41 PM
JFrost – Kaleidoscope Vision EP | @jfrostbeatz
MadMisfit and Upsidedown Productions have partnered up to bring you Kaleidoscope Vision, a new 6-track Lo-Fi Beat EP called from producer and beat craftsman JFrost out of Colorado. JFrost has been working with a lot of indie artists including YKDirty out of Rochester, NY. The project leaves you wanting more as it is short, but […]
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2 July 2020 at 20 : 56 PM
R.E.D. – “Hide In Smiling Faces” (Official Video) | @R.e.DMusic
The visual to R.e.D.’s new single “Hide In Smiling Faces” is about hiding in smiling faces, going through the toughest moments in life, but finding that strength and spirit to move forward. The concept of the video came from seeing how people going through pain, depression, or barely getting by, not knowing what the future […]
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30 June 2020 at 19 : 48 PM
MaddMarcc – “Ducati” | @maddmarcc
Since the introduction of the Dungeon Family, Atlanta, Georgia has earned a reputation for diverse levels of excellence in Hip-Hop music. With everything from Trap & Snap to Soul & Gangsta being birthed and bred in the peach state, aspiring artists have big shoes to fill. But if 19yr old TraMarcus “MadMarcc” Johnson’s music is […]
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30 June 2020 at 18 : 57 PM
Billionaire Burke Drops 2nd Project “Clear the Air” & Visual for “Dead Game” | @billionaireburke
Empire Records rapper Billionaire Burke released his second EP Clear the Air together with a dope visual for “Dead Game” garnering placement on two Apple Music playlists & debuting at #2 on Audiomack Hip Hop & Rap Trending list. The EP features a mix of drill and hip hop records and was executive produced by […]
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8 June 2020 at 20 : 56 PM
New York’s YKDIRTY Discusses the Tracks to His New Project, Camp Fire | @ykdirty.trxproc @TheMadMisift
Rochester rapper YKDIRTY releases his second project under Mad Misfit, Camp Fire, which is out now on all digital music platforms. He discusses the concepts of the tracks individually. Real Dirt “Real Dirt” was influenced by the pain of my brother and his family as far as his wife (LaTonya) & kids… My brother is […]
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5 June 2020 at 17 : 05 PM
Maino – “I Can’t Breathe” | @mainohustlehard
“A man who stands for nothing will fall for anything.” — Malcolm X Tired of being silent. In the wake of the tragic killing of George Floyd, Brooklyn vet Maino sounds off with his politically charged record, “I Can’t Breathe”. George Floyd was murdered on Monday, May 25th by Minneapolis police while handcuffed and pinned […]
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23 May 2020 at 17 : 39 PM
Conan – Mingalau | @ynvsconan
YNVS’ Energy God Conan releases Mingalau, his first album in two years since his Energized project in 2018. Fully produced by Cover, the 13-track album includes a whole turn up along with his smash singles “Meds” and the party track “Pour It Up” and featured appearances by Dex Lauper, Javi, Jaquae, Grafh, YNVS starlet rapper […]
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8 May 2020 at 19 : 06 PM
DLP x Denzil Porter – Bodega Rap EP | @dlprtp @DenzilPorter
Producer DLP and Bronx lyricist Denzil Porter collaborate in their most recent project, Bodega Rap, which is an ode to the neighborhood bodega that people would all assemble in front of during the day. “Bodega Rap is an ode to the corner stores that watched some of us grow up,” Denzil states on an Instagram […]
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23 April 2020 at 13 : 38 PM
Haley Smalls – “Body High” | @haleysmallsmusic
Haley Smalls is an artist, songwriter, and a 9-year sound engineer from Toronto, Canada with a deceptively sweet classically trained voice, distinctive mainstream sound, and noticeable R&B/Hip Hop influence. Cohesively diverse, nostalgic yet modern, Haley’s sound comes from the careful and strategic sound development that came from teaming up with her producer, Megaman, who has […]
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17 April 2020 at 19 : 17 PM
Vina Love feat. Snoop Dogg – “Air” | @VinaLove__
Growing Up Hip Hop NYC’s Vina Love is a talented singer, songwriter and performer Vina is equipped to command a stage all while creating consistent bops for her fans to listen to. She opened up for acts such as Megan Thee Stallion, Ashanti, Fat Joe, JaRule, RBRM and has been featured on Fox 5 NY, […]
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17 April 2020 at 18 : 25 PM
Cashburner5000 – 5 Days | @cashburner5000
Following last year’s Roselle 07203 EP, Jersey rapper CashBurner5000 drops his newest project, 5 Days. The 5-track EP features production from Makiah Beats (Jadakiss, Famous Dex, Adidas), Scott Styles (Young Thug, Kodak Black) and double platinum producer Dreamlife (Wiz Khalifa, Kevin Gates). Along with CashBurner’s lyrics on party, pain, and politics, it makes for a […]
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7 April 2020 at 18 : 25 PM
3oh Black – “Drive The Boat” | @3ohBlack
Not enough can be said about DC’s burgeoning DMV scene and its complicated GoGo history. Tell this to DC’s 3ohBlack who is riding a wild wave from his 5million view viral hit “All Talk.” Considered to be the rap line of 2019 by Rolling Stone the gritty “All Talk” activated the rabid Tik-Tok meme community, […]
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3 April 2020 at 17 : 37 PM
Lady Luck – “Bad” | @iamladyluck @shegotnext
Producer Eleven releases “Bad”, the second single off of the proclaimed first female hip hop mixtape compilation, She Got Next. This single features raw lyrics by hip hop vet Lady Luck as she warms up for the start of the mixtape. The She Got Next compilation is out now on all digital platforms. Check out […]
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1 April 2020 at 18 : 27 PM
Brooke Lynne – “Who I Am” | @ynvsbrookelynne
Repping YNVS to the fullest, their first lady, Brooke Lynne has been lighting up airwaves and the internet with her hit singles, “Wa Gwan” and her cover of Nicki Minaj’s “Yikes”. Now, she hits her fans with visuals to her the Cover-produced single, “Who I Am”. Directed by R-Streets, Brooke Lynne speaks loud and clear […]
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30 March 2020 at 15 : 26 PM
Ant Bailey – “Swag Walk” | @ynvsantbailey
AntBailey has performed in both New York and Atlanta as well as Coast 2 Coast Live and SXSW. His goal is to be one of the greatest performers of all time, bringing back the feeling of performing and the lost art of dancing in hip hop. He hopes to open doors to more than just […]
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17 March 2020 at 21 : 07 PM
Billionaire Burke – “WhG5pty” (Official Video) | @billioniareburke
“Billionaire Burke is an ascending artist who hails from East Harlem and he recently unveiled a lively heater, titled “Whg5pty”. The highly rhythmic instrumental is self-produced alongside Enrique Colon and Andre Williams in order to construct this pristine drill beat for Burke to perfectly elevate his verses over.” – Elevator Mag, December 2019 Following […]
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24 February 2020 at 18 : 07 PM
NWD Reese – “Problem Child” | @NWDREESE
Following his “Can’t Wait” single, young Brooklyn rapper NWD Reese releases visuals to his new single “Problem Child”. Directed by Hondo, Reese discusses his past as well as his future in great detail. From the loss of childhood friends and struggles of life to his wishes for future success. He ties it all together with […]
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21 February 2020 at 13 : 14 PM
King YK – “Slidin'” | @kingykofficial
On Valentine’s Day New York native rising artist, King YK dropped his highly anticipated single “Slidin” from his forthcoming EP, L.O.V.E. Project releasing early April. Creating an authentic sound that cannot be duplicated, “Slidin” produced by Stunnah Beatz, is a catchy timeless melodic record that blazes a very unique listening experience for music lovers worldwide. […]
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20 February 2020 at 18 : 37 PM
Billionaire Burke feat. Gunna – “My Slime” | @billionaireburke
Hailing from the streets of East Harlem, Billionaire Burke is a rap artist and a respected creative that conveys relentless determination in pursuing his passions. His aspirations are reflected in his daily hustle, rapid growth, and can be found throughout the lyrics of his debut project entitled Rise To Greatness, which was released under a […]
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15 February 2020 at 20 : 20 PM
T.U. Savant – “Supercalifragilisticexpialido”
It’s been long thought that creativity was both the expression AND the soother of the artist’s soul. T.U. Savant is an artist that embodies that. The kids faced with Attention Deficit Disorder, Anxiety and Tourettes Syndrome. Yeah, that thing that makes people blurt out “Fuck, Shit, Bitch” during dinner at Grandma’s house for what seems […]
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23 January 2020 at 23 : 08 PM
G. Raymon – “Marina” | @_graymon
Adversity builds character and serves as a reminder to continuously put your best foot forward despite what curve-ball life may throw your way. After the unforeseen transpired, resulting in an abrupt ending in G-Raymon’s baseball career, one moment in the course of his life would forever transcend his future moving forward. He picked up a […]
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23 January 2020 at 22 : 46 PM
VIDEO: Terrell Mackey – “My Way” | @terrellmackey
In 2019, Philly artist Terrell Mackey released 3 songs independently which has organically grown his listenership from 5,000 monthly listeners to 85,000 monthly listeners. Through thoughtful innovative marketing campaigns, Terrell’s recent single Annie is winning the hearts of music lovers of a wide demographic. The visual to his latest single, “My Way” currently is getting […]
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6 January 2020 at 18 : 18 PM
Brooklyn’s Izzy Ice Taps Cool & Dre For “Cake Up” Party Remix | @iamizzyice @itsa10records
What better way to celebrate your new single hitting over 100K streams and being honored with addition on some of Spotify’s top playlists than with a hot remix? Brooklyn rapper, Izzy Ice’s new single, “Cake Up” is doing the rounds of celebrity playlists currently, including Da Baby’s and Fat Joe’s. Even Jersey Shore’s DJ Pauly […]
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20 December 2019 at 21 : 22 PM
D. God – “Rollin”
Hempstead artist D. God looks saw rap as a hobby until encouraged by his peers to take it up professionally. He sees all of the hip hop greats like Biggie, 2Pac, Nas, Jay-Z, Big L and Master P as his solid inspirations. His life struggle is his origin story to what makes him into the […]
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17 December 2019 at 14 : 30 PM
The Mob Mentality Red Carpet Premiere at SVA Theatre | @mobmentalitytheseries
On Wednesday, December 18, 2019, Mob Mentality, the gripping new episodic TV crime series will screen its pilot episode “All In” before a packed theatre of over 300 ticket holders ant New York’s SVA Theater. The pilot episode follows Carmine “Car” Ponte Jr., played by actor Jack Spiegs, who is the son of a reputed […]
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13 December 2019 at 20 : 52 PM
NWD Reese Releases His 4th Single “Can’t Wait” | @NwdReese
Straight outta Farragut Housing Projects, NWD Reese brings nothing but talent and a stellar work ethic, having his name in the lights soon enough. His music touches on many growing pains from his upbringing and tells the story of a young man wiser beyond his years. Just a teenager, NWD Reese has been consistently releasing […]
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6 December 2019 at 21 : 19 PM
Pretty Dij – “Real Bitches” |@iamprettydij
“Give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world.” – Pretty Dij Bed Stuy lyrical bombshell Pretty Dij is a driven and motivated young woman who is a beast on the mic as well as the life of the party. Dij started doing music after the tragic passing of her daughter’s father […]
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31 October 2019 at 17 : 55 PM
Mauley G. – “OMG” | @_mauleyg
“A man that sleeps on the floor, cannot fall out of the bed.” – Martin Lawrence Straight out of Brooklyn comes rap artist Mauley G, who has become a viral sensation last year when he posted his single, “For The Gang” on social media. The response was instantaneous, with over 1M views. Right then and […]
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25 October 2019 at 17 : 11 PM
Cashburner5000 – Roselle 07203 | @cashburner5000
Following his 2017 5000 project, Jersey artist Cashburner5000 returns with his new project which he names after his stomping grounds, Roselle 07203. Produced in its entirety by Jersey beatmaker Addixs, Roselle 07203 shows some different sides of Cash, whether he is on a political note with his “Black Kids” or on his mellowed out “Saying […]
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