Could Mista Kleen’s “Jake Paul Anthem” Lead to a Real Deal With Jake Paul? HIP HOP Could Mista Kleen’s “Jake Paul Anthem” Lead to a Real Deal With Jake Paul? Atlanta-based artist Mista Kleen is on the brink of something big. His high-energy track, “Jake Paul Anthem,” has racked up over 1 million views on YouTube — a major milestone for the rising talent who blends hip-hop with motivation, sports culture, and hustle-driven lyrics. But the question now buzzing across fans By Victor Flavius • 2 min read
HIP HOP S.J. Dub: The Resilient Rise of a Jersey-Born Hip-Hop Voice Stephon Jacquel Watt — known to fans as S.J. Dub — is a rapper and R&B artist whose roots run deep in New Jersey soil. Born in 1990 in Neptune and raised in nearby Asbury Park, his musical path began at just 9 years old. He first found his By Victor Flavius • 2 min read
unnamed HIP HOP Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins Drops New EP, 'Darkchild Sessions,' With Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction Following his long overdue Breakfast Club interview alongside protege Jon Keith, legendary producer Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins celebrates his recent induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame by Teddy Riley with the release of a powerful new project appropriately titled Darkchild Sessions. The 3-pack EP was crafted in Nashville and exclusively By Jake Crates • 1 min read
HIP HOP Shunda K: A Genre-Bending Force Redefining Hip-Hop and Beyond In a music industry that often rewards formula and familiarity, Shunda K stands as a creative outlier—fearless, fluid, and fiercely original. As the magnetic voice behind the groundbreaking group Yo! Majesty, and now forging new paths as a dynamic solo artist and DJ, Shunda K is a living testament By Victor Flavius • 2 min read
Khao$ & Voodoo Child Redefine the Ride-Or-Die Anthem with “Me & My Girlfriend” Khao$ and Voodoo Child are cutting through the noise with their latest release, "Me & My Girlfriend"—a gripping, cinematic boom bap tale that rejects mainstream formulas in favor of something bolder, more evocative, and unmistakably raw. This isn’t just another love song. It’s a Bonnie-and-Clyde-style By Victor Flavius • 2 min read
1_zLZnprBpzjbGsreFpxJIkA@2x HIP HOP KeePushinKP Releases New EP, 'Southern Belle' Rising from the depths of the American South, KeePushinKP emerges as a compelling voice in contemporary hip-hop. Her latest EP, Southern Belle, doesn’t just mark a milestone in her career—it declares her arrival. Rooted in grit and grace, the project offers a raw, soulful glimpse into the life By Jake Crates • 2 min read
unnamed (4) HIP HOP ItsHoly Nabs Dave East For New Track "ALYK" Ahead of the From The Dirt tour stop at Grog Shop in his hometown of Cleveland, itsHOLY enlists Dave East for the STREETRUNNER-produced single "ALYK." Serving as an acronym for "Act Like You Know," the laidback Hip-Hop track follows Big Homiie G assisted cut "Picture By Jake Crates • 1 min read
HIP HOP Rapper EszJay: Raw Rapping Ability & Talent That Can Shake Up Hip Hop Rooms EszJay is making waves in hip hop with her bold style and honest lyrics. From Peoria, Illinois and now based in Oklahoma City, she blends hard-hitting beats with powerful messages that connect deeply with fans. Her music moves smoothly between thoughtful storytelling and energetic anthems. What makes EszJay stand out By Victor Flavius • 1 min read
unnamed (1) HIP HOP IOTheSinger Drops "I Got A Ticket" After being "Beautifully Broken" earlier this year, IOTheSinger pays the price on her latest release "I Got A Ticket." Joined by the in-house ensemble of Chris Fisher (keys), Austin Stahle (guitar), Jon Laine (drums), Jean-Francis Varre controlled the (bass) and Frank Marchand (mixing/recording engineer) alongside By Jake Crates • 1 min read
artworks-07c79721-81bd-49b5-a723-6ab20ab817d9-0-t500x500 HIP HOP I-Octane Releases Anticipated New Album 'God & I' Reggae and dancehall powerhouse I-Octane returns with God & I, a deeply personal album already resonating across the globe. Its breakout single, “Opportunist,” has racked up over 3 million YouTube views and topped Apple Music’s reggae chart for two months straight—proof of I-Octane’s lasting influence and magnetic By Jake Crates • 1 min read
Redd40 pic 2 HIP HOP Redd40 Releases New EP 'Walmart Resource War 2037' Walmart Resource War 2037 is a dystopian anthem that fuses hard-hitting rap with sci-fi storytelling. Redd40 envisions a near-future America where corporate empires have replaced governments, and everyday survival hinges on access to basic necessities — all controlled by giant retailers like Walmart. Set in the chaotic year 2037, the song By Jake Crates • 1 min read
Bryso Splash HIP HOP Emerging Houston Rapper Bryso Splash Heats Up The Streets With His Banging "Kriteria" Music Video Rising rapper Bryso Splash is shining a spotlight on the cinematic music video for "Kriteria," on which he demonstrates his dynamic lyrical prowess and explosive delivery, released via indie label Bank’d Up Ent. On the sizzling banger, Bryso Splash illustrates his deft balance of catchy hooks, powerful By Jake Crates • 2 min read
