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From Marine to Musician: JABEL’s Rise from the 805

In the sun-soaked streets of Oxnard, California, a new voice is emerging from the 805. JABEL, a Marine Corps veteran turned musician, is crafting…

By Eliora C. MAY 20, 2025

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PBE Pluto & PBE Krimson King Bring Down the House at Sold-Out Myrtle Beach Stop on The Swag Tour

Alabama hip hop heat reached full blast as Mobile’s own PBE Pluto and PBE Krimson King electrified a sold-out crowd at the legendary House…

By Isabella W. MAY 20, 2025

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From Pop Star to Powerhouse: Zoey Clarke Builds a New Standard with “Solid”

Zoey Clarke is no stranger to redefining the rules. As an artist, DJ, event curator, and founder of community-driven spaces, she’s long been creating…

By Urban Soundva MAY 20, 2025

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Ashanti, Fabolous, Lloyd, and More: My Platinum Playlist at The Greek Theatre

On a balmy evening under the starlit skies of Los Angeles, music enthusiasts gathered at The Greek Theatre for a nostalgic journey through the…

By Haze MAY 19, 2025

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AIB SHOTTA: From the 19 to the World — How a Shreveport Survivor is Turning His Pain into Power

Out of Cedar Grove, Louisiana — specifically the notorious “19” — rises a voice of resilience, redemption, and relentless ambition. That voice belongs to…

By Eliora C. MAY 18, 2025

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Sway Calloway Emcees Education Through Music Gala, Raising Funds and Amplifying Voices for NYC Students

Sway Calloway, the voice behind decades of Hip-Hop journalism, MTV, and SiriusXM’s Sway in the Morning, returned to the stage Thursday night as the…

By Denis O. MAY 17, 2025

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CAL 301: From the Pitch to the Pen—How a Near-Death Experience in Spain Sparked a Musical Journey

In the quiet suburbs of Bowie, Maryland, Cameron Lacey—known to fans as CAL 301—is steadily crafting a legacy that extends far beyond the DMV.…

By AetherX Marketing MAY 16, 2025

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Kota the Friend Drops “Cozy Girls” — Hands Down One of the Top Songs This New Music Friday

Independent hip hop artist and producer Kota the Friend has released his latest single, “Cozy Girls,” along with an Official Video,  featuring acclaimed songwriter…

By Tee Mack MAY 16, 2025

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Hakeem Prime & Joey Bada$$ Are the Only Ones Bold Enough to Take On TDE Head-On — Even With TDE Insiders in the Mix

In 2025, while most artists avoided lyrical warfare with Top Dawg Entertainment, two bold emcees stepped forward: Joey Bada$$ and rising underground firebrand Hakeem…

By Jonathan P-Wright MAY 16, 2025

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Kick down doors, tear down the walls of expectation

From Saturday morning soul classics floating through open windows to becoming one of Detroit’s most promising hip-hop artists, Fly Guy Vive’s journey is one…

By Eliora C. MAY 16, 2025