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Emerging RnB And Hip-Hop Artist Leon dc Finally Releases His Highly Anticipated Debut Single, ‘Leave’

March 27, 2024

Released on 10 March, ‘Leave’ is the debut single from emerging artist, Leon dc.

Johnny PE Follows On Somehow’ With New Country/Hip Hop Track, ‘Changes’

February 14, 2024

Johnny PEs latest collaboration with MCV is the single, ‘Changes’ which sees them pair up in the music video with director 3:00 AM.

Johnny PE Is ‘Somehow’ Pushing Everyday With His Music

February 14, 2024

Johnny PE was told by his brother he had a great voice, and should get into music. The seeds had already been planted when his father, an R&B singer in the 70s, played him Michael Jackson’s ‘Rock With You’, so he dropped his former alias, Johnny Phrank, and rebranded, with the “PE” standing for “Pushing Everyday”.

Jelani Lateef Issues A Decree To His Listeners To Keep Aiming For The Prize With ‘Can’t Stop Now’

January 25, 2024

“Nobody’s gonna block my shine”. Jelani Lateef utters this refrain in his inspirational hip hop track, ‘Can’t Stop Now’, and it serves as a mantra not just to himself but also to his listeners.

Fayro Delivers It Hot With Latest Release, ‘Hickory Dickory’

January 9, 2024

Fayro’s new single, ‘Hickory Dickory’, is set against a sinister beat produced by Cymphani, and the artist riffs and rhymes around the seduction and danger of infidelity. With witty, genuine, and downright savage one-liners, it’s a song that will echo in your head for hours after it’s finished.

Q. Ali Bey Reminds Us That It’s A ‘Wonderful Day’

January 8, 2024

Q. Ali Bey’s music fights injustice and helps to provide a space to process, heal, grow, and celebrate life. With Insightful, raw lyricism and enthralling production, his debut album, ‘Knoc-turn’al Presents the Noble Q. Ali Bey’, is packed full of new perspectives and creative choices, and his new single, ‘Wonderful Day’, is the perfect place to start on your journey with this artist.

Black Grape Live at Camden Electric Ballroom, December 2 2023. Picture by Sam Wells

COME ALL YE FAITHFUL – Black Grape Preach To The Converted At Camden’s Electric Ballroom

December 6, 2023

It’s a freezing Friday night more suited to bobble hats than bucket hats as Camden’s Electric Ballroom gradually fills in anticipation for the arrival of Black…

Shaheed and DJ Supreme Continue Their Musical Adventures With ‘Something To Ride To’

September 29, 2023

Following on from ‘Jazz Men’, Shaheed and DJ Supreme are kicking back with the tunes, and giving us ‘Something To Ride To’.

Shaheed and DJ Supreme Return With New Single And Video, ‘Jazz Men’

September 27, 2023

Regulars on our site, Shaheed & DJ Supreme bring the goods with their new single and video, ‘Jazz Men’. They’re joined by accomplished jazz guitarist Eric Essix, on their funky tribute to jazz, and its influence on hip-hop.

The Real Meladee Knows What’s Hot With New Hip Hop Single And Video, ‘Birkin’

September 27, 2023

Hermes Birkin bags have been the ultimate must have stylish accessory for forty years or so now. Not only does a Birkin look great, but it’s also bright, eye-catching, and complements any outfit. No two are truly alike, they’re all hand-crafted and reflect their own personality. Much of the same things could be said for The Real Meladee. Her new single, ‘Birkin’, shows just how confident, fresh, and on point she is – just like the bag she’s rapping about.

Visionary Hip Hop Artist Nemesis Has Got That ‘Vibe Flow’

September 20, 2023

Growing up in the sunny streets of Southern California, Nemesis is a hip hop visionary with her experimental sound. New single, ‘Vibe Flow’, is a statement of purpose for the insightful artist, who we’ve heard before in her her music with Pure Order, her project with frequent collaborator, God’s Gift.

Latest Single, ‘Don’t Wanna’, Launches Empowering Journey Of Hip Hop Artist, Mz Burn

August 1, 2023

Set for release on August 11, ‘Don’t Wanna’ is the latest single from rising Australian rapper, Mz Burn. Written for anyone who’s taken been the victim of an abusive relationship, Mz Burn takes a stand and by way of a spicy trap beat and organ-like synths, she expresses her message of defiance.