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25 May 2018 at 21 : 23 PM
LI Artist Ruff Kicks A Dope Freesyle on DJ Magic’s “Ridin Out”
Straight from Amityville, Long Island Ruff is the latest artist to be able to highlight his talents with DJ Magic on Episode 8 of his show Ridin’ Out web series. As we gear up for his upcoming project the expectations are high. Make sure you follow him on Instagram to watch his social media journey […]
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24 May 2018 at 22 : 54 PM
Mack Mulla feat. Albee Al – “Level Up” | @MackMulla @albeeal201
Rapper Mack Mulla releases the Ninja Monkey-directed visual to his new single, “Level Up” featuring Priority artist & Jersey’s own Albee Al. @MackMulla | @albeeal201 Follow Shamika Sykes on Twitter!
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23 May 2018 at 18 : 43 PM
Young Prophit Releases Visual For “Letter 2 Trump” | @iamyoungprophit @iAmErickSermon @TyFyffe @TherealshockB @DaYoungFellaz
For the past several months, the kids of America has created a National School Walkout in protest of the nonsensical gun violence that has been happening in schools recently. The latest school shooting happened on last week in Santa Fe, Texas, where a 17-year old boy killed 10 people at a school. Before then, it […]
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11 May 2018 at 22 : 37 PM
The Vintage Babies | @thevintagebabie
The Vintage Babies is a dynamic blend of two talents, Maimouna Youssef and DJ Dummy The Genius, who are bringing forth a refreshing mix consisting of Soul, R&B, Rap/Hip-Hop, Funk, Jazz, and Latin Soul. Maimouna Youssef aka “Mumu Fresh” is a Grammy nominated seasoned singer, emcee, songwriter and producer. She received a Grammy nomination for […]
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11 May 2018 at 20 : 11 PM
Tribeca-Grand – The Sport of The Gods | @sportofthegods
The hip hop group Tribeca Grand consists of two MCs: Bronx native Tribeca is an accomplished MC, Producer, Songwriter, and Author. His credits and affiliations include Camp Lo, KRS ONE, Guru of Gangstarr, Beat Brokerz and Pharoahe Monch with whom he recorded the ESPN anthem “My Life.” Philly-bred Grand Agent is a visionary Hip-Hop artist. […]
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11 May 2018 at 01 : 18 AM
Elijah The Young Prophit – “Letter 2 Trump” | @iamyoungprophit
Out the mouth of babes. For the past couple of months, the kids of America has created a National School Walkout in protest of the nonsensical gun violence that has been happening in schools recently. The latest school shooting happened on April 20th in Ocala, Florida, northwest of Orlando. Police reported a student being shot […]
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9 May 2018 at 17 : 33 PM
VIDEO: A.G. – “Magical World” | @agofditc
Bronx’s hip hop veteran A.G. of the legendary DITC crew releases visuals to his new single, “Magical World” from his upcoming Taste of AMBrosia album. Directed by Olise Forel of Moving Silence, A.G. tells a tale of a typical day in the hood while Giovanni “Boogie” Evans leads the star role as the kid who […]
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9 May 2018 at 16 : 22 PM
VIDEO: Conan – “Energy God” | @conan42fly
After hitting the opening stage for Gucci Mane at the Wellmont Theater, YNVS’ Conan releases the golden and medieval visuals for his “Energy God” single. Be sure to check out Conan’s new album, Energized, out now on all digital music sites everywhere. @conan42fly Follow Shamika Sykes on Twitter!
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7 May 2018 at 13 : 21 PM
D.V. Alias Khryst – “Sacrifice” | @dvaliaskhryst @generaldv
D.V. Alias Khryst is back at it again with another banger, entitled “Sacrifice” Produced by West Coast’s own Donel Smokes. “The song symbolizes how one can’t can deal with absurdities threw overstanding that your blessings come from your sacrifices.” D.V. explains about the single. Check out The Father of Hip-Hop Soul’s other hit singles such […]
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6 May 2018 at 15 : 24 PM
Lia Givenchy – “Draggin It” | @LiaGivenchy
Following her provocative single, “Headstands”, rapstress Lia Givenchy continues crown snatching season with visuals to her new single, “Draggin It”. Directed by Live Boi City, the Caribbean-born bombshell shows off her Flatbush flair and fierceness, letting the competition know that she is an incomparable force to be reckoned with. She also gives the fellas something […]
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4 May 2018 at 12 : 22 PM
Fo Dred – “This Time” | @fo_dred
Baltimore, Maryland artist FO Dred debut mixtape (4&NE) dropped a few months ago. Working his project from campus to campus has made it possible to really garner the attention of a few industry executives and a slew of college fans. He is currently making a real impact with his latest single “This Time”. This summer […]
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28 April 2018 at 15 : 20 PM
Mic Handz – The Evidence: Vol. 1 | @therealMICHANDZ
Following last year’s double album release, Hell On My Back, Heaven In My Wake, Brooklyn’s Councilman of Hip Hop, Mic Handz, returns to give hip-hop even more justice with his new mixtape, The Evidence. The 13-track mixtape includes of some of Handz’ best hits, lost gems and remixed joints with production from beatmakers all over the […]
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20 April 2018 at 13 : 47 PM
Young Night – “2018” | @YoungnightNYC
Young Night is a diverse and talented New York rapper/songwriter who took up after his mother, a songwriter and singer that worked with a lot of artists such as SWV and also sung background vocals for Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, Enrique Iglesias and more. Young Night is a independent artist with his own label call […]
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13 April 2018 at 19 : 04 PM
Rampage Pushes His #NoMumbleRap Movement with His New EP | @therealrampage
Following his Remington Steele mixtape, Flipmode Squad’s Rampage is back and he is not here for the trap nonsense with his new self titled EP. A full trinity of real hip hop, the 3 track EP features production from Phoenix beatmaker 1Tekneek on “Bars & Thoughts”, award winning producer Felony Muzic on “Rampage (What’s My […]
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9 April 2018 at 15 : 48 PM
Booka Gets “Saucy” In Visual For His New Single | @Bookabanks
After a successful SXSW performance with hip hop legend, Talib Kweli, New York’s own Booka is back and ready to blaze the industry with visuals to his new single, “Saucy”. Booka blesses the Blickie Blaze-produced track with smooth lyrics and a decked out swagger to make “Saucy” a definite club banger. Booka is the protegé […]
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3 April 2018 at 09 : 51 AM
Khryst Is Coming on DV Alias Khryst’s New Single | @generalDV @dvaliaskhryst
It’s been months in the making of the D.V. Alias KHRYST LP. But with two decades under his belt of commercial music production, scraping together hard hitting beats and identifying lyrics for the people is a no-brainer to this Brooklyn native, who heavily weighs in on the Facts. Khryst released his first single, “Lights Out” […]
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29 March 2018 at 13 : 48 PM
#LFLW: Houston’s Yung Martez In New Akoo Campaign | @yungmartez_ @akooclothing
Houston’s Yung Martez’s notoriety in the south has positioned him for success. Martez was named as brand ambassador for celebrity jeweler King Johnny. His jewelry has been seen on many celebrities from Bun B, Boosie, Trinidad James and Plies just to name a few. Now, the 5th Ward rapper takes part in the campaign for […]
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29 March 2018 at 03 : 43 AM
#LFLW: Houston’s Yung Martez In Akoo Campaign | @yungmartez_ @akooclothing
Houston’s Yung Martez’s notoriety in the south has positioned him for success. Martez was named as brand ambassador for celebrity jeweler King Johnny. His jewelry has been seen on many celebrities from Bun B, Boosie, Trinidad James and Plies just to name a few. Now, the Houston rapper takes part in the campaign for the […]
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24 March 2018 at 17 : 51 PM
Conan – Energized | @conan42fly
Following the success of his Energy God Trilogy mixtape, Bronx rapper and YNVS artist Conan presents to us his new album, Energized, 18 blazing tracks of full of different flavors for your musical palate. Energized features production from Cover C.O.D, Ali Ismail and Ideabeatz with appearances from David James, D. Chamberz and more. Also expect […]
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21 March 2018 at 23 : 26 PM
Presice – “No Immunity” | @talentoverhype
Rising Brooklyn MC Presice returns with a vengeance on his new track, “No Immunity”. The Bushwick spitter has been featured in Hip Hop Weekly, as well as both Vibe and XXL’s online publications. He was also interviewed on SiriusXM’s Shady 45 and appeared twice on Hot 97. Presice also opened up for Future at Uproxx […]
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20 March 2018 at 20 : 19 PM
Lia Givenchy – “Handstands” | @LiaGivenchy
Every bad chick knows that when the weather gets warm, brothers in-and-out of the NBA get to shooting more shots than an NRA convention. Brooklyn’s Baethoven, also known as Lia Givenchy, has decided to drop some theme music for the real March Madness. Check the real talk from the melanin mistress with “Handstands”, out now on […]
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20 March 2018 at 19 : 34 PM
Twin$ ft. LouGotCash – “Volcano”
Two brothers hailing from Connecticut who are so close in age and looks that they go by Twin$ have teamed up with the Gwinin artist LouGotCash. They have made an instant splash to the hip-hop industry with their new single titled “Volcano“. The fun-loving video which features the social media kings Fatboy SSE and The Shiggy Show is […]
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17 March 2018 at 23 : 08 PM
PaceWon feat. Tony Gore & QB Rap P – “Humanism” | @BigBobPattison @Pacewon @qbrapp @tonygore20 @dcypha
“This is no simple reform, it really is a revolution” Social activist, Gloria Steinem presents the introduction to the new track “Humanism.” Following the traditional style of storytelling that is ubiquitous to hip hop music, legendary underground outlier, Pacewon opens up the track. Retrospective stories about his experience in the cut-throat music industry, using his […]
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17 March 2018 at 21 : 03 PM
Philippe Prosper – “humanKIND” | @PhiLiPPEprosper
Hip hop and martial arts have been dating for a while. It looks like a while back- they made it official with their ultimate love child, Philippe Prosper, who always believed that rap is a martial art. Prosper is not only a lyricist, but also a former Southern Shaolin disciple under Grandmaster Yim and international […]
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13 March 2018 at 23 : 01 PM
LR Blitzkrieg feat. Mr. Live & U.G. – “In These Streets” | @LR_Blitzkrieg @therealug
LR Blitzkrieg is back with visuals for his second single, “In These Streets,” featuring underground hip hop vets Mr.Live and U.G. (Cella Dwellas), who also produced the track. The hard hitting track takes aim at today’s hip hop climate with the intent to kill. The video is a mad dash through the streets of Brooklyn […]
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8 March 2018 at 17 : 27 PM
Kingdom Kome feat. DV Alias Khryst & UG – “Truth” | @KingdomKome @dvaliaskhryst @therealug
Maximiliano Kuper, AKA Kingdom Kome, was born in Mar Del Plata, Argentina on Sept. 27th 1978 under a tumultuous military dictatorship era. Over 30,000 men, women and children were abducted, tortured, and murdered in a time when tyranny was law, where no one could speak the truth or go against the words of those that […]
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6 March 2018 at 03 : 37 AM
Craig G. feat. Grand Surgeon & Ji Sharp – “Global Crisis” | @BigBobPattison @MC_Craig_G @Dj_FastCut @ji_yehia
When you think of the word crisis, what do you think of? Do you think about a time of intense calamity or catastrophe? Turning points? Pain? Distress? Circumstantial upheaval? Or, the change itself? Respected MC, Craig G of the legendary Juice Crew examines the dystopian vision that is the contemporary world we live in, on […]
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5 March 2018 at 19 : 46 PM
G.Fisher & Kidd Called Quest feat. D_Dave – “They Need Security” | @KiddCalledQuest @gfishermusik @D_DaveMuzik
“They Need Security” is the second release off of G.Fisher and up and coming producer Kidd Called Quest’s Bx-Roc EP. This time, Kidd Called Quest flips a sample popularized by LL Cool J’s “I Shot Ya” and revamps it with hard hitting drums and killer 808’s to match while G.Fisher and D_Dave show why the […]
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5 March 2018 at 18 : 16 PM
Lia Givenchy – “Draggin It” | @LiaGivenchy
Kings wear crowns. An extremely popular phrase that’s been around for a long time and everyone knows it. What they may not remember is that Queens wear AND snatch crowns. And according to Brooklyn based, Caribbean born bombshell known as Lia Givenchy, any day of the week is officially snatching season. From performing shows to […]
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21 February 2018 at 04 : 16 AM
Skyla Mac feat. Uncle Murda, Maino & Reck442 – “Bad Dreams” | @SkylaMAC2 @mainohustlehard @unclemurda @Reck442
From North Carolina by way of Newark, Skyla Mac has been innovating the streets with his music. His “street reality” lyrics and smooth, poetic flow create a vision of what true hip-hop should be. The Newark raised spitter is stepping on the scene for 2018 with his new single “Bad Dreams.” Produced by ChopHouse Spoon, […]
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15 February 2018 at 18 : 15 PM
Keyzz feat. Matty Tosca – “Means Nothing”
Staten Island’s Take Money Entertainment presents two of their artists on the TME roster, Keyzz and Matty Tosca as they give their newest visual “Means Nothing”, shot by the Benji Films Team. “Means Nothing” is out now on all digital music sites. Follow Shamika Sykes on Twitter!
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13 February 2018 at 19 : 33 PM
Tragic Hero – “Look Who I’m With” | @IAmTragicHero
From the desk of rapper Tragic Hero: “When life brings you to your knees we turn to those we trust for love and support. Unfortunately, at times it’s the closest ones that cause the most pain. This past year has been just that. I had to move out of my home and end a 10 […]
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13 February 2018 at 18 : 38 PM
Ruste Juxx feat. Daddie Notch, Milano Constantine & Fatty Jones – “Something Worth Dying For” | @BigBobPattison @rustejuxx357 @therealmilano76 @DaddieNotch
The new track “Something Worth Dying For” follows a familiar tradition in hip hop, the posse cut, a coordinated coalition of MC’s passing the mic and expressing their poetic artistry. The lyrical showcase of talent is given a platform over a dark, daunting melodic beat ardently produced by visionary producer BigBob. Underground legend Ruste Juxx, […]
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31 January 2018 at 17 : 33 PM
Esnavi – “The Way” | @esnavi
Trailblazing songstress Esnavi has received critical acclaim for her 2011 debut album, Exit E. The blazing debut single, “Unexpected Love,” has reached Top 40 on the Urban Adult Contemporary Charts shortly after its release and stayed on the charts for over 3 months. Her music has been heard on Love & Hip Hop, SiriusXM, Music […]
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29 January 2018 at 21 : 29 PM
DV Alias Khryst – “G.D.M.M. (God Don’t Make Mistakes)” | @generaldv @dvaliaskhryst
Khryst releases the trailer for his upcoming video for the Kelz With Tha Heat-produced “G.D.M.M” featuring Danjah directed by Mo Stafford. The single is out now on all digital music sites. @generaldv | @dvaliaskhryst Follow Shamika Sykes on Twitter!
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26 January 2018 at 18 : 16 PM
Presice – “Escape” | @TalentOverHype
To date, Presice has released dozens of music videos, six mixtapes, two original projects and after taking a two year hiatus to work on more meaningful music, is currently gearing up to release his much anticipated Poor Black Boy From Bushwick, due this spring. He believes his lead single titled “Escape” fits the bill, combining […]
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25 January 2018 at 08 : 05 AM
Jamo Gang – “All Eyes On Us” | @RasKass @ElGant @j57
Jamo Gang started out as Ras Kass & El Gant writing and recording songs on the spot to new J57 beats at his Brooklyn studio in October of 2015. Their incredible chemistry quickly turned into a side-group for fun, which then turned into a serious group that lead to the three teaming up to create […]
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25 January 2018 at 08 : 57 AM
Brittney Taylor – “Issues” (Brimix) | @BrittneyFTaylor
It’s hard to forget that time Snoop Dogg posted an undeniable freestyle on his page showing the newest Love and Hip Hop star Brittney Taylor going in on Meek Mill’s “Issues” single. Brittney has been getting support from celebrities including Teyana Taylor, Rihanna, and Trina. Brittney will be releasing her new single “Water Whippin” during […]
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25 January 2018 at 06 : 17 AM
Dr. Shango A. Blake: The Hip Hop Principal | @truskconsults
Nationally known as the Hip Hop Principal, Dr. Shango A. Blake-CEO of TRU SK Consultants, LLC is a much sought-after speaker about issues in urban education; from pioneering unique collaborations between students, teachers, parents, and the community towards creating and sustaining a vibrant academic atmosphere, to his successful tenure as a New York City Principal, […]
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24 January 2018 at 04 : 38 AM
The Combine – “Forever” | @iTriune @iamEdotQ
If you’re still unfamiliar with the Los Angeles duo, The Combine, they consist of members Triune & E.Q, who is the son of legendary vocalist Denise Williams. Their self-titled debut is available now in all digital stores. With multiple videos with over 1 million views and nationwide tours, the industry’s best kept secret quickly becoming […]
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23 January 2018 at 07 : 47 AM
David Pablo feat. Trap Frost & Young Scooter – “Trap House” | @ItsDavidPablo @youngscooter @Whitehairedthot
Flint Michigan native, David Pablo, is more than just a rapper. In fact, his purpose is far bigger than the music itself. A visionary that is creatively ambitious by nature can only be headed in the direction of success. Thriving in the face of adversity in earlier years, David had difficulty with school, misfortune and […]
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22 January 2018 at 21 : 49 PM
Reck442 – “Big Racks” | @reck442
Ramesh Mungur, professionally known as Reck442, currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia. Reck442 lived the start of his life in Harare, Zimbabwe. He relocated to the Bronx, New York when he was 10. His Mother sent him and his three siblings after making the means to do so. Growing up in America was not an easy […]
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15 January 2018 at 16 : 06 PM
Young Night – “2018” | @YoungNightNYC
Young Night is a diverse and talented New York rapper/songwriter who took up after his mother, a songwriter and singer that worked with a lot of artists such as SWV and also sung background vocals for Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, Enrique Iglesias and more. Young Night is a independent artist with his own label call […]
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3 January 2018 at 00 : 36 AM
Bates – “Hold Up, Wait A Minute” | @Bates_STL
After being highlighted as the creator of one of the top 10 songs released by a St. Louis artist in 2017, Midwest lyrical monster Bates sets new standards and reaches new heights as the video for her single “Hold Up, Wait A Minute”, and it soars up to 10k views! A roaring, artist-directed visual with […]
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29 December 2017 at 21 : 28 PM
Cosmo – “Today’s Math” | @yaboycosmo
Queens native, Allah Kaseem, also known as Cosmo, as accomplished a host of noteworthy successes in the music industry to date – including partnering with Rich Knight for record label The Bilderberg Group. He also started non profit organization Neighborhood Heroes, which teaches audio engineering to adolescents. He remains lyrically loyal to the game in […]
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21 December 2017 at 11 : 57 AM
El Dollar feat. BullyZone – “Drive By” | @BigBobPattison @ElDollarMusic @BullyZoneOtt
“Drive By” isn’t your typical BigBob produced track. This track is different. Why? Because this track exclusively showcases Canadian hip hop artists, El Dollar and BullyZone respectively both from the nations capital, Ottawa. This track demonstrates producer BigBob ‘s innovative form and function is capable of head grooving, arms in the air and hips rocking. El Dollar’s […]
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21 December 2017 at 10 : 29 AM
Ran Reed – “Doo Doo” Remix | @RANREED
A true ’86 witness, the New Jersey-based Ran Reed first pursued his affinity for Hip-Hop at the age of 12, at the onset of Hip-Hop’s Golden Age. It was during this time when he realized a natural talent that drew everyone in listening range to pay attention, and where his mission to claim respect would […]
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18 December 2017 at 04 : 14 AM
Mic Handz – “Gotta Know (Handz Is Like)” | @therealMICHANDZ
After a year off filming for Project Heat and upcoming Rap Star series, THEM Recordings’ Mic Handz returns full force with a brand new freestyle based off Nas’ hit single. Catch Mic Handz in action as rap OG Millie Bucks on Rap Star: The Series, debuting December 19th on industrymuscle.com. @therealMICHANDZ Follow Shamika Sykes on Twitter!
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15 December 2017 at 00 : 49 AM
Hazel Lux – “Cold Winta” | @hazelux416
Just recently, rapper and model Hazel Lux made a response track to Uncle Murda’s “Thot Song” called “Man Whore”, which gave me life and killed me dead at the same time. This time, Hazel releases the first single off her upcoming Borderline Famous project, the Skywalker Dutch-produced “Cold Winta”. Borderline Famous drops January 2018. @hazelux416 Follow […]
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