By Richard Zeller | LivenRich PR | May 17, 2025
Fridays are for finding something new to plug into, and this week brings no shortage of fresh energy. From Jersey club flips to vulnerable confessionals and quietly confident tracks, these are the songs that caught our ear. No gimmicks, just real music worth a listen.
ren.y.c – “mumblin (locked in)”
📍 New York, NY |
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ren.y.c isn’t trying to prove anything — she’s just saying what needs to be said. Her latest single, “mumblin (locked in),” feels like letting a voice note play out in your head: scattered thoughts, quiet strength, and moments of sharp clarity.
Lines like “You do me wrong, I’m moving on ’cause I’m not toxic” and “Dignity is on the floor because you dropped it” hit with a matter-of-fact calm that lingers. She isn’t spiraling; she’s sorting. Focused. Locked in. And not here to perform emotional labor for anyone else.
Mel Drugz – “MIA”
📍 Newark, NJ | Genre: Hip Hop
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At just 18, Newark’s Mel Drugz is proving again why his name needs to be in your rotation. His new track “MIA” pulls no punches — it’s raw, emotionally charged, and deeply personal. Blending elements of hip hop and, trap the record is a high-tempo release valve for everything he’s been holding in.
“MIA” dives into street experience, heartbreak, and unresolved family issues — not through metaphor, but through direct, literal venting. It’s more than just a song; it’s a journal entry set to 808s. With his signature unfiltered style, Mel turns trauma into art and therapy into performance.
If you’re new to his name, this is the track to start with. If you’ve been watching his rise, consider this a warning shot: Mel Drugz is stepping all the way into his story.
Wocky – “To Whom It May Concern”
📍 Brooklyn, NY (East New York) | Genre: Hip Hop
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Brooklyn’s own Wocky returns with purpose and presence on his latest drop, “To Whom It May Concern.” After a few breaks in his musical journey, this track marks his clear message: he’s back, focused, and more confident than ever.
The beat — discovered on a live stream — instantly clicked, sparking a freestyle moment that turned into a full-fledged anthem. With razor-edged bars and a laid-back delivery, Wocky uses the track to speak generally, but with impact. The title suggests an open letter, and that’s exactly what the record feels like: a statement to anyone watching, doubting, or waiting.
Coming from East New York and rapping with experience earned on and off the mic, Wocky doesn’t chase clout — he speaks his truth. “To Whom It May Concern” might just be your introduction to him, but it won’t be the last time you hear the name.
Lill Twinn x Mizzy Coke – “Bad Boys” (On The Radar Radio Performance)
📍 New Jersey | Genre: Hip Hop
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Lill Twinn and Mizzy Coke brought real chemistry and charisma to their On The Radar Radio performance with “Bad Boys.” From the moment the beat drops, it’s clear they’re having fun — bouncing off each other with infectious energy and clever punchlines that make you want to run it back.
Repping Jersey with pride, the duo leans into a playful, upbeat vibe that still hits hard without ever feeling forced. Their flow feels effortless, like two friends trading bars in the studio with a camera rolling. There’s swagger here, but it’s the kind that comes from comfort and confidence, not ego.
“Bad Boys” isn’t just about making noise — it’s about showing personality, and Lill Twinn and Mizzy Coke have plenty of it. This one’s a good time from start to finish.
RUYI – “Just Dreamz”
📍 Born in the Netherlands, raised in Nigeria | Genre: R&B
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RUYI makes music that feels like dreaming with your eyes wide open — and on “Just Dreamz,” he floats through sound with purpose and peace. The track plays like a late-night wind-down, a soft and soulful reflection layered with afro-tinged rhythm and Cudi-esque atmosphere.
The single serves as a closing moment to his project The Fall — a sonic journey that explores love, loss, and emotional growth. With roots in Nigeria and the Netherlands, RUYI pulls from every corner of his experience to blend Afrobeat, R&B, hip-hop, and electronic textures into something that feels deeply personal yet universally relatable.
Recently performing at both WTH Music & Film Festival in Newark and Stormin’ Loud at St. John’s University in Queens, RUYI is proving that his sound isn’t just experimental — it’s connecting. “Just Dreamz” isn’t just a song you hear. It’s one you feel, all the way through.
ItsRichZ & DJ Get Bizzy – “Bout Me” (Dom Innarella Jersey Club Remix)
📍 New Jersey | Genre: Jersey Club / Remix
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This one started as a simple idea between creatives— flip Dom Innarella’s “Bout Me” into something that moves. ItsRichZ had the vision, and DJ Get Bizzy brought it to life in true Jersey Club fashion.
The remix doesn’t try to do too much. It keeps the emotion of the original but gives it that familiar bounce — the kind that makes you nod without thinking about it. It’s fun, clean, and made for moments where you want the energy to shift without losing the feeling.
Whether you’re deep into the Jersey Club scene or just catching on, this remix is an easy entry point. It’s not trying to go viral — it’s just solid, and sometimes that’s enough.
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