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DJ Khaled shares his 12th studio album "KHALED KHALED" that features 14 tracks with guest appearances by Jay-Z , Nas , James Fauntleroy , Drake , Meek Mill , 21 Savage , Bryson Tiller , Cardi B , Migos , H.E.R , Big Sean , Rick Ross , Lil Baby , Lil Wayne , Megan Thee Stallion , DaBaby , Justin Timberlake , Justin Bieber , and more.  Stream the album below!!!

Hampton, VA singer Shelley FKA DRAM shares his new album of the same name that features 10 tracks with guest appearances by H.E.R , WATT and the iconic Erykah Badu .  Stream the album below!!!

Worcester, MA rap artist Joyner Lucas is back with his first single of the year “Ramen & OJ.” featuring Lil Baby .  Stream the single below!!!

Fayetteville, NC artist neKa presents "Black Magik" , the new single from her three-song EP entitled, GOD SENSE . The "Black Magik" clip comes on the heels of the music video for her previous single "Eastsider Rider" ( watch on Youtube ). neKa says her new track "Specifically speaks on how I feel about myself & those like me who need to transform their mind, our thought process, and personally how I feel about myself to get what I feel I deserve" .  Click the link below to stream the GOD SENSE EP:  https://unitedmasters.com/m/godsense

A master at easygoing infectious bangers, LBS Kee’vin is the next to blow out of Florida. Continuing to bring his versatility and natural charisma to the Southern trap sound, Kee’vin shares “That’s Life” , his latest single. The song produced by DMO Beats features an appearance from on-fire Mobile, AL rapper OMB Peezy , who brings a hard-hitting Southern drawl providing a great contrast to Kee’vin’s laid-back yet insistent flow.  Listen & Download “That’s Life” out now: https://lbskeevin.lnk.to/thatslife

Baby Keem shares the official video for the single "durag activity" with Travis Scott , produced by BRICK! . The video is directed by Eliel Ford .  Listen & Download “durag activity” out now: https://BabyKeem.lnk.to/duragactivity​

One of the most talented up-and-coming rappers/singers in the business, Fayetteville, NC artist Morray drops his long awaited debut mixtape "Street Sermons" that features 13 tracks with no features. 

Toronto’s DijahSB is back with the release "Head Above Waters" that features 8 tracks with guest appearances by Ray HMND , Chris Castello , Harrsion , and Terrell Morris .  Stream the album below!!! Head Above The Waters by DijahSB

Manchester rap artist JC Stormz has released his new track, "Why We Do" featuring Sly The Kid and produced by one of Manchester’s most in-demand Grime producers, Dyno .  Stream the single below!!!

Watch and get to know the rising South African R&B star Elaine , from her time as a young girl with big dreams of making music, to her recent (and first-ever) trip to Los Angeles. Her new single "Right Now" is available for pre-save now!  Pre-Save / Pre-Add "Right Now" before it drops: https://elaine.lnk.to/rightnow

DMV (Suitland, MD) rap artist Cordae drops the video for the single "Dream In Color" , produced by Raphael Saadiq and Terrace Martin , from the EP "Just Until..." . The video is directed by APLUS .   Stream/Download 'Just Until....' : https://cordae.lnk.to/JustUntil​

Multi-instrumentalist known primarily for his stylistically diverse work on guitar, Marcus Machado releases his second single "BLACK PSYCHEDELIC FUNK" , from the album "AQUARIUS PURPLE" .

Long Beach, CA rap artist  Huey Briss teams up with NikoBeats for the album "Grace Park Legend" that features 12 tracks with guest appearances by Reuben Vincent , Seafood Sam , and A. Lynn .  Stream the album below!!!

Providence, RI rap artist Jon Hope sends his unreleased track he wrote dedicated to his mother titled "3rd Shift" feat. RagzDaAartist . 3rd Shift feat. RagzDaAartist [Unreleased] by Jon Hope

The second single off the new album, "Devil At The Pulpit" , from JFliz & Tali Rodriguez .  "Grind"  ft Mayhem (of EMS) & DJ Decepta is exactly what the title implies.   JFliz and Mayhem go all-in on this joint, focusing on their craft and continuing to GRIND. Staying focused, ducking bad vibes, and proving they’re meant to be making music. The musical landscape provided by Tali Rodriguez catches wreck not only from JFliz & Mayhem but DJ Decepta who cuts up the track with precision.  "Devil At The Pulpit" drops 5/4/21 on all streaming platforms.  Stream the single below!!! Grind (ft Mayhem (of EMS) & DJ Decepta) by JFliz

Philadelphia Lyricist D Prime 215 presents the music video for his newest single "Live Greater" feat. Mike Voss , produced by J. DePina , with cuts by DJ Soulbuck , from the EP "Forever In A Day" .  "Forever In A Day" (EP) Here: https://bit.ly/ForeverInADayEP​

The Alchemist drops the video for the single "Nobles" featuring Earl Sweatshirt & Navy Blue , from the upcoming EP "This Thing Of Ours" .  The video is directed by Ryosuke Tanzawa , produced by Sean Gordon-Loebl with additional footage provided by Julian Huckleby .

“Black Woman” is the powerful, lyrically-rich focus track off Nottz ’s upcoming project,  “The Future is Female” , that pairs producers with an all-star cast of female emcees and vocalists. The song truly celebrates its namesake, as it features uplifting vocals from Nikki Grier , with standout verses from none other than Rapsody , Ke Turner , and Rah Digga . The beat absolutely slaps thanks to Nottz ’s signature drums. “Black Woman” is available now through all major digital retailers and streaming platforms through Nottz ’s own Raw Koncept label. Raw Koncept · Nottz - Black Woman (feat. Rapsody, Ke Turner, Rah Digga, Nikki Grier)

MadGic ( Madlib & Logic ) drop “Mars Only Pt. 3” , which is Logic ’s take on “Rappcats” , from Madlib ’s 2005 Quasimoto side project and is also from the duo's upcoming collaborative project.

Bronx, NY rap artist Ricky Mapes drops his release "Crash & Burn" that features guest appearances by Priddy the Opp and Dirty Ike .

"Gunz N Butter" Big Flip Papi 's new single produced by upcoming producer Sypooda off the upcoming album "The Indictment" dropping late May 2021. Big Flip Papi "Gunz N Butter" by HARDTIMES RECORDS

After the success of their previous two singles "Wu Wednesday" and "Dreamchaser" , Revalation and long time collaborator GoD iLLa join forces with acclaimed Boston rhyme titan M-Dot to bring you their new music video "I Been" .  This "Big Lebowski'' meets "Kingpin" inspired video (shot by director Lil Rayy ) is a throwback to the fun hip-hop videos of yesteryear but still sees each emcee spitting braggadocio venom over a menacing back drop by Serbian producer L.O.B. .  The song (mixed by German engineer Sensus ) serves as the third single off their upcoming album "RevILLutionAries" dropping 4/30/21.   #RevILLutionAries​ available to Pre-Order - https://revofems.bandcamp.com/album/r...

After dropping two serious bangers with Keith Murray ( "Illest Mic Pros" ) and Masta Ace & Phantasm ( "My Way" ), "Jerz To The Jugular" featuring El Da Sensei & DJ Kaos (of The Artifacts ) is the third single/video by Beneficence & Confidence off their highly anticipated "Stellar Mind" album.  Beneficence & Confidence "Stellar Mind" :  https://foundation-media.ffm.to/stell...

EMPIRE sends the album "The Hour of Khrysis" by Jamla Records producer Khrysis . The album features 14 tracks with guest appearances by De La Soul , Pharoahe Monch , Busta Rhymes , Rapsody , Evidence , Geechi Suede (of Camp Lo ), Sa-Roc , Chi Ali , Sean Boog , and more.

GODCITYMusic sends the video for the single "Street Jesus" by WRD Life , produced by Wavy tha Ghawd , from the upcoming album "Spanish Niggaz" .  The video is directed by Dtaled Films / Guttah Wear .

Raleigh, NC rap group Kooley High drop their new EP "Lazy Sunday" guest appearances by GQ , Melanie Charles and producer Statik Selektah .

Meeco and DJ Access are a German producer team that has worked with the who-is-who of the Hip Hop genre, including Talib Kweli , Onyx , Smif N Wessun , just to name a few.  The single  “ME” features New York’s highly respected rapper Skyzoo as well as well-known Cuban singer Olvido Ruiz .

Artist & Record Producer Watu sends his two-track single "Butterfly" featuring R&B single Jordana of Earth .  Stream the singles below!!!

DMV rap artist iamHD100 sends his single "Trix4Kids" .  Stream below!!!

Los Angeles, CA rap artist Evidence shares the video for the single "Better You" , produced by Alchemist , from the upcoming album "Unlearning Vol. 1" . The video was shot and directed by Stephen Vanasco .  LISTEN / BUY HERE: https://rse.lnk.to/UV1

Benny The Butcher & Harry Fraud drop the music video for the single "When Tony Met Sosa" , from the album "The Plugs I Met 2" .  BUY/ STREAM "The Plugs I Met 2" : http://orcd.co/plugs2

aroomfullofmirrors ( Punch , Daylyt , Nick Grant , Ichiban Don  aka Willie B , Lyric Michelle , Earlee Riser , Jrias Law , Billy Maree , and Hari ) are back with their new single "RAWAR" .  

The Alchemist drops off his new single "Nobles" featuring Earl Sweatshirt and Navy Blue , from the upcoming EP "This Thing Of Ours" ( April 30th ).

Brooklyn, NY rap artist Kota The Friend drops his new single "Outside" , from the upcoming release "Foto 2" , the sequel to his 2019 project.

One of underground Hip-Hop’s most enduring artists, Evidence , announced his new album, Unlearning Vol. 1 , is set for release on June 25 via Rhymesayers Entertainment . The announcement comes alongside the release of lead single “Better You” , produced by The Alchemist . Unlearning Vol. 1 by Evidence

With a booming voice and an uncompromising attitude, Cochise continues to elevate his visual artistry. The Florida native rears his head once again with “Sanji” , his new song produced by Lousho3000 . The video is directed by Chivalry .  Proving himself as a multi-faceted artist, Cochise prepares to drop a deluge of new music, including a forthcoming project set to arrive in May. Keep an eye out as Cochise ascends to stardom of his own terms.  Listen & Download “Sanji” out now: https://Cochise.lnk.to/Sanji

Fayetteville, NC artist Morray drops the visual for the single "Trenches" , from his debut project "Street Sermons" dropping on April 28th .  “Trenches” Out Now:   Listen : https://Morray.lnk.to/Trenches​  Apple Music : https://Morray.lnk.to/Trenches/applem... ​ Spotify : https://Morray.lnk.to/Trenches/spotify​  iTunes : https://Morray.lnk.to/Trenches/iTunes

DMV (Suitland, MD) native Cordae drops the video dor the single "More Life" featurng the legendary Q Tip , from the EP "Just Until...." .  Stream/Download 'Just Until....' : https://cordae.lnk.to/JustUntil​

RZA returns as his alter-ego Bobby Digital for the single “Pugilism” , from his upcoming album called “Bobby Digital: Digital Potions“ .

Montréal,Québec rap artist Nate Husser taps the honorary MTL-representative Mick Jenkins for the new single "Teriyaki" .  Stream the single below!!!

DMV (Suitland, MD) rap artist Cordae drops his new EP "Just Until...." that features 4 tracks with guest appearances by Q-Tip and Young Thug .

Edo. G & Insight Innovates embrace the thoughtful and meditative message of their latest single, “It Takes Progress” , in their cinematic new video directed by Myster DL for ILL Mannered Films . “It Takes Progress” is taken from the duo’s self-titled collaborative LP, which is available now for pre-order and due out May 28 , via Brick Records . Album Pre-Order☛ https://smarturl.it/EdoGxInsight

DC independent rap artist Vinny Lane sends the video for the single "Mind Made Up" featuring Kanvas and Milk , from the release "King of The District" . The video is shot and edited by Dennis "Milk" Moore .

Mello Music Group sends the video for the single "God Aura" , from the "Season of the Se7en" . The video is directed by Brandon Damon of Aux Cinema .  Bronze Nazareth & Recognize Ali "Season of the Se7en" :  https://smarturl.it/SeasonOfTheSeven

Smoke DZA and Dom Kennedy link up for "No Regrets" , the new single off  the upcoming album "The Hustler's Catalog 2" . 

Chicago duo Mother Nature drop their new project "SZNZ" that features 15 tracks, with guest appearances by Valee , Sir Michael Rocks , Brittney Carter , Dave Coresh , Murph Watkins , Freddie Old Soul , and many more. The project was entirely produced by Boathouse .  Stream below!!! Mother Nature · SZNZ

Mumu Fresh and DJ Dummy team back up to release the first single "WORK" , off their 2nd collaborative album entitled "Vintage Babies II: Queen of Culture" . "WORK" (explicit) by Mumu Fresh

G Stats , Raf Almighty ( Dirt Platoon ) & Rawmatik , the trio of two American linguists and the Hungarian beatsmith, add motion visuals to one of the stand out cuts on their latest effort "The Ruler Gods" , that has that killer 80's, Rakim kind of vibe to it courtesy of the crushing bassline, and all emcees spit sharp bars. "Chase The Dragon" features DJ Kool Kasko on the cuts, and this time M-Dot brings his Bostonian bars to the table in one of the best tracks on the album.  Stream the visualizer below!!!

Mello Music Group sends the video for  "Monument" by Homeboy Sandman , produced by Quelle Chris , from the album "Don't Feed The Monster" .  Homeboy Sandman - "Don't Feed The Monster" : https://smarturl.it/DFTM

Coming off the VERZUZ battle with the legendary Method Man , fellow rap legend Redman drops the visual for his new single "80 Barz" .  REDMAN "80 BARZ" Available Now!  Stream/Download: https://rivmusic.ffm.to/80barz

To celebrate the weed holiday 420 the legendary Snoop Dogg drops his new album "From Tha Streets 2 Tha Suites" that features 10 tracks with guest appearances by ProHoeZak ,  Kokane , Mozzy , Goldie Loc , Larry June , Big Tray Deee , J Black , and Devin The Dude . 

Learn More & RSVP: www.abrafest.com   Watch Festival: www.twitch.tv/abracadabra 60+ hours of Music, Magic, Self Love & Eco-Activism In collaboration with Bye Bye Plastic Foundation, ABRACADABRA Earth Day Weekender will feature global live music & wellness programming intertwined with environmental discussion panels and engaging workshops focused on restoring, sustaining, and protecting our planet. Bye Bye Plastic , a Foundation dedicated to eliminating single-use plastics from the music industry, will once again be curating the Eco-Activism segments of the festival. From daily panels to improv’ take-overs and roundtable discussions, including one with no other than the Seaspiracy team, viewers can look forward to an inspiring rhapsody of conversations around the planet curated especially with the music community in mind. Also, lookout for a special showcase from Bali. Together with Mixmag Asia & Sungai Watch, we’ll be working to help stop hundreds of tons of ...

Flashy B ( Escondido, San Diego ) and Trizz (Inland Empire, Los Angles ) dropped their new album "PaperCutz" . The 11-track album includes guest features by Chuuwee and Kiing Drew .  Stream the album below!!! PaperCutz by Flashy B & Trizz

DMV (DC)/Germany based rap artist Trapsouljah sends his single "Know Wuzup" , produced by Tilly & VOSS .  Stream the single below!!! Also WATCH the video for "Know Wuzup" here:  https://youtu.be/JIH-9outDRE

Broward County rapper Mellowrackz (despite the headlines about her new engagement to beau Kodak Black ) is making is known very early that she’s a boss within her own. Recently, she released her latest video single “Diamonds” , a new haunting trap banger which features Mellow’s unforgettable cadence alongside a luxurious lifestyle visual.  SPOTIFY : https://open.spotify.com/track/06g6jq...​

Boosie Badazz releases the official video for the single "Period" ft. DaBaby , produced by 14 Shooters . The video is directed by the Motion Family .  Stream/Purchase "Period" by Boosie Badazz ft. DaBaby : https://ffm.to/boosiedababy

Busta Rhymes drops the Deluxe Edition of his classic debut album "The Coming" , which recently celebrated its 25 year anniversary.  

Talib Kweli and Diamond D  release their full-length album "Gotham" that features collaborations with Busta Rhymes , Skyzoo , John Forte , NIKO IS and Nire’ Alldai .  Stream the album below!!!

Bronze Nazareth & Recognize Ali have a new album out titled “Season of the Se7en” . The Wu-Tang affiliate, Bronze Nazareth , produces the entire album in classic boom bap fashion while West African Ghana MC Recognize Ali spits street stories along with guest appearances by King Magnetic , Verbal Kent , Willie the Kid , TriState , Napoleon Da Legend , Lord Jessiah , Dom Pachino , Salute Da Kidd , and cuts by Tone Spliff and DJ TMB . Season of the Se7en by Bronze Nazareth & Recognize Ali

Cee and Notion teamed up for "Kings of Rock" alongside LA's Gravity Christ (who has worked extensively with Ryu of Fort Minor and Bishop Lamont ) and their very own tour DJ Digital Junkie . "Kings of Rock" was produced, mixed and mastered by Notion for Illnote Studios .  Stream below!!!

Hot on the heels of the highly rated single “High Noon” Certain Sound Records and Montener the Menace keep the pressure on by presenting the video for "The Struggle" featuring Guilty Simpson , Micall Parknsun & El Da Sensei , the 2nd single taken from his highly anticipated album "Anyone Home?" .  Pre Order "The Struggle" now @ https://certainsoundrecords.bandcamp....

DJ Premier continues to celebrated the legacy of Gang Starr and the late Guru , with the release the video for a Founders Remix of “Glowing Mics” that features a new verse from Gang Starr Foundation ’s Big Shug .

Conway the Machine drops his new album "La Maquina" that features 11 tracks with guest appearances by his Griselda brothers Westside Gunn and Benny the Butcher , Drumwork signees Jae Skeese and 7xvethegenius , 2 Chainz , Alchemist , ElCamino , Murda Beatz , Bangladesh , Daringer , and more.

Teaming up with MLB: The Show , a video game that is releasing on April 20th , Big K.R.I.T. has provided the inspirational track, “Pick Up The Pace” .

60 East & J57 link up for a 2 song pack as 6057 !  60 on the mic and J57 on the beats.

Bay Area emcee Vocab Slick delivers his new single "Atonement" , a bluesy and soulful anthem, produced by the Chef Boyz . The single is available now through your preferred digital retailer or streaming platform via Slick’s own DR Music imprint.  Stream the single below!!!

The Inglorious Poet is ready to share this UK/US collaborative album ‘Fine Art - The American Project’ featuring some of the finest Underground Hip-Hop legends and soulful vocalists from the USA. With features from Reef The Lost Cauze , Guilty Simpson , Recognize Ali , Ruste Juxx , K-Prez and the highly regarded RJ Payne .  Stream the album below!!! FINE ART (The American Project) by The Inglorious Poet

UK artist Jessica Wilde drops the video for the single "BODY" , produced by Si Hulbert . The "BODY" visual shows Wilde diverting all the attention she gave to disrespecting boys back too herself in a sumptuous, self-love ceremony.  Jessica Wilde - Body:  Stream on Spotify / Apple / Deezer and more - https://slinky.to/JessicaWildeBody​

Gotham ( Talib Kweli & Diamond D. ) ft Skyzoo drop the video for signle "Attention Span" (Official Music Video). The video is directed by Tommy Nova , from the new release "GOTHAM" by Gotham ( Talib Kweli & Diamond D. ).

Conway the Machine drops the new single "Scatter Brain" featuring J.I.D. and Luudacris , produced by Don Cannon . From the upcoming album "La Maquina" , arriving April 16th .  Stream the single below!!!

DMV artist Erik Jerrod ( @Erik_Jerrod ) just dropped one of the most anticipated projects of the year, "Dangerous Heights" . Checkout the new project, now available on Apple Music , Spotify , Tidal , Deezer , and more.

"TRAINING." began in January this year with Brooklyn emcee DyMe-A-DuZiN challenging himself to release a song a week until his album "Ghetto Olympics 2" drops. Frequent collaborator and platinum producer Money Montage stepped in during the training sessions to help facilitate the weekly releases. However, with the two creative forces locking in and the great reception of singles ''Covid Winter'' and ''When I Rule The World'' , it was inevitable a project was in the works. The 8-track "TRAINING." EP serves as lyrical and musical exercise for the duo to showcase and preview what’s about to come during the next Ghetto Olympics .  Stream the EP below!!!

Oakland artist Lucky of Shankle Mob releases the Official Music Video for his single "Grateful" appearing on his debut project "BLACKSHEEP" . Produced by Portland/Oakland artist TOPE .   Be sure to press play on "Grateful" and dig into the 15-minute EP "BLACKSHEEP" available now on Spotify , Apple Music , and more!

"Supa Rhyme Makers" is the lead single to the self titled album CUBAONDABEAT which is dropping in September . Here is the official video shot by Zim Productions .  Stream: https://audiomack.com/nutso/song/supa-rhyme-makers  Download: https://nutsoppm.bandcamp.com/track/supa-rhyme-makers

"Illest Mic Pros" feat. Keith Murray is the second video single taken off the upcoming Beneficence & Confidence "Stellar Mind" album, out 04/23/21 on CD, 2LP, and digital formats. Directed, filmed, and edited by Jimmy Giambrone .  Digital single: https://foundation-media.ffm.to/illes...

"The Things I Can’t Take With Me" is the newest release from multidisciplinary artist and singer-songwriter Yaya Bey . The self-produced, six-track EP follows her last album, 2020’s intimate and political "Madison Tapes" , which received critical praise from Pitchfork (7.7), FADER , Afropunk , Noisey , and more. Following the same spirit of her previous projects, "The Things I Can’t Take With Me" searches the deeply personal and refreshingly honest truths of Black womanhood and love.  Stream the EP below!!! The Things I Can't Take With Me by yaya bey

Mello Music Group sends the Bronze Nazareth and Recognize Ali single "Hand Count The Cake" . Taken from their upcoming album "Season of the Se7en" . Which is set be released in April 16, 2021 . Season of the Se7en by Bronze Nazareth & Recognize Ali