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Who Is Maxo Kream?
October 6, 2022
Meet the Houston rapper whose come-up story is just beginning.
Author:
Ruby Scott
EKKSTACY's 'misery' Is the Soundtrack to Your Nihilist Fantasy
October 6, 2022
This is an album constructed for those who see and feel, at amplified levels.
Author:
Jake Selvey
Kenny Mason’s 'RUFFS' Explores Salvation, Trauma, and Putting the Future First
October 5, 2022
The past year has been anything but ordinary for the Atlanta artist.
Author:
Carter Fife
AG Club Reintroduce Themselves Anew With ‘Impostor Syndrome’
September 19, 2022
AG Club doesn't play by the rules and they're better for it.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Who is Joey Valence & Brae?
September 15, 2022
Meet the brash, larger-than-life MCs bringing back a classic sound.
Author:
Ruby Scott
With 'DSM,' Van Buren Records Is Looking to Put Brockton and Themselves on the Map [Q&A]
September 12, 2022
"It’s the album of the year."
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
blackwave. Is Crafting a Timeless Aroma With "Perfume" and Forthcoming EP [Q&A]
August 12, 2022
blackwave. is made for easygoing summer days spent watching the sunset.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
99 Neighbors Hold Nothing Back With "Static"
August 12, 2022
It’s not easy to master the synergy that 99 Neighbors has.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Joey Valence & Brae Are Breathing New Life Into a Classic Sound
July 13, 2022
If you've ever once considered yourself a fan of the Beastie Boys, you need to listen to Joey Valence & Brae.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Doechii Wastes No Time in the Rapid-fire "Bitch I'm Nice"
July 8, 2022
Doechii has proved once again that the top is where she belongs.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
8485 and Danny Brown Deliver New It-Girl Anthem With “G.I.R.L.”
May 1, 2025
The artist’s first single of the year is a self-celebritized anthem reminiscent of a time when flip phones and iPod Nanos were all the rage.
Author:
Gia Acosta
Buppy. Rejects the Blueprint on the Ominous "TELL ME YOU'RE SORRY"
April 28, 2021
Ominous, dejected, and introspective, "TELL ME YOU'RE SORRY" recounts a toxic relationship in undeniably raw fashion.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Julius' "jerry! jerry!" Explores the Aftermath of Heartbreak [Q&A]
October 21, 2021
Julius is an artist equally inspired by the euphoric highs and seemingly cataclysmic lows that define life.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Claire Brooks Declares, "I Will Outlive You," And We Believe Her [Track-by-track]
November 18, 2024
Defying genre to create a beat-forward blend of indie pop influences, Claire Brooks intertwines humor with intimate observation.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Leikeli47 Is Finally Taking Off the Mask in 'Lei Keli ft. 47 / For Promotional Use Only'
June 13, 2025
Leikeli47 is completely certain of who she is and the power that she holds.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
The Image Ends the Year Strong With the Gospel-Inspired Single "Every Woman"
December 11, 2020
The Image is an enigmatic Hip-Hop duo best known for their forward-thinking production, wild vocal delivery, and signature masked personas.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Flyana Boss' 'This Ain't The Album' Is For the Girls and Baddies
March 30, 2024
'This Ain't The Album' is one loud exclamation of Black girl joy.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
fakemink, Ecco2k, and Mechatok Link for the Trance-Inducing "MAKKA"
May 15, 2025
“MAKKA” has the potential to be the star child in fakemink’s near-perfect catalog.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Audrey Nuna Delivers an Otherworldy Hit in "Suckin Up"
August 16, 2024
Consistently singular, Nuna can be trusted to pave her own lane of genre-defying pop and rap.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Rich Brian, TiaCorine and 1999 Write the Future "Pump It Up ε=┌(^_^)┘" in Euphoric Banger
April 1, 2024
88rising's music collective 1999 WRITE THE FUTURE continues to bring the most immaculate vibes to the party
Author:
Alessandra Rincon