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BigXthaPlug and his 600 Entertainment label have dropped a new mixtape, 6WA . The 14-track project features music from BigXthaPlug and several rappers from the the 600 Entertainment roster— Ro$ama , Yung Hood , Murdagang PB , KevanGotBandz and KaineMusic —as well as West Coast gangsta-rap legends Snoop Dogg and The D.O.C. .

Soul Assassins Records shares the single "CLAP" by the legendary DJ Muggs and Los Angeles rap artist T.F featuring Wu-Tang 's Ghostface Killah . The single is from the upcoming album and film "DON'T CALL ME LUCKY" dropping on 4/10.

Mickey Blue is Back with a fresh new single featuring Hip-Hop giant Apathy and Underground force Ferris Blusa . This is the First single off his upcoming EP dropping in May 2026.

Underground heavyweights Co-Defendants ( Profit & Benefit ) and esteemed emcee M-Dot join forces for their hard-hitting new single “Sky Reign” , produced by acclaimed producer and emcee 38 Spesh . The single is taken from the Special Edition "Sky Reign" EP by M-Dot , Co-Defendants & 38 Spesh .

Hailing from Pittsburgh, PA, producer C. Scott and emcee Moemaw Naedon join forces once again to bring you their latest offering “Phase 2" which also serves as the title track and lead single to C.Scott’ s upcoming full length project, Phase 2.   Phase 2 (the single) is out now - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/cscott/phase-2-feat-moemaw-naedon

EMPIRE shares the single 'Trauma Bond' by 'The King' himself T.I. and produced by Mr. Hanky . The song samples the late Houston legends Big Pokey & Big Moe ’s classic 'Ball N’ Parlay’ .  T.I. even gave listed them as a composer (Writer’s credit) which means their families can get publishing royalties. website development

Rap veteran Maino shares his unapologetic single “The Algorithm” , that calls out social media figures like Adam22 , Wack100 , DJ Akademiks , and 1090 Jake , website development

Bernadette Price 's new album ‘Kissing The Ground For Sinners’ , Out today to coincide with Sean Price 's birthday. Produced entirely by Stu Bangas , and mixed by Vinny Idol ! The album features songs with Terror Van Poo & Leanah Cane .

Dios Negasi is up to no good under those “Street Lights” .   With a new animated video (by Matt Nye ) for his verse on the new single, The Reagan Era Records honcho does dirt on a Grand Theft Auto level. The full single appears on the newly released Black Violin 2 album (available on all digital platforms now) and also features guest verses from Dyverse and Skrillz Dior .

Mass Appeal shares the official video for the single 'GiT Ready' by the Rap legends  Nas & DJ Premier , from their release 'Light Years '.  The album is the seventh release of Mass Appeal’s Legend Has It campaign, celebrating 7 iconic artists all releasing new music, including: Slick Rick , Raekwon , Ghostface Killah , Mobb Deep , Big L , De La Soul and Nas/DJ Premier .  Listen to 'Light-Years' Now: https://nxp.lnk.to/lig...​

New Mathis Akengin single ‘Mute Love’ is about someone speaking without quite knowing how to do it. As Mathis prepares to release his debut album, ‘Mute Love’ serves as a new tantalising taster of what to expect as other tracks from the record like ‘First Floor’ continue to steadily build at over 700,000 organic streams, proving the ability of Mathis’ moreish music to spread through avid listeners on its own volition and proving that Mathis is an artist to take note of in 2026.

"I Guess U Had To Be There" , the new album from NYC rapper ELUCID and veteran producer Sebb Bash , is one of those ones. So fresh it sounds like it was made tomorrow, but bet money you could put this on in ’89 and get heads bopping. The album.features 12 tracks with guest appearances by Mattie , Estee Nack , Shabaka Hutchings , billy woods , and Breeze Brewin .

One of Upstate NY’s most lethal lyrical assets, SHYSTE , is setting off 2026 with a banger of an EP called “In the Meantime” . 8 tracks with a variety of production from Jack Of All Trades , Reef-Roc , Flux , Alien Inglish and Shyste himself. The first single, produced by Shyste , is “LEGENDARY” ft DJ TMB .

Black Soprano Family (BSF) artist and VIP Life CEO, Joey Majors , teams up with emcee/producer Big Yount to bring fans "WOLF TALK" . The album features 13 tracks with guest appearances by Eto , Tek (Smif-N-Wessun) , Kaine Sosa , and Coleone .

Brooklyn legends They Might Be Giants have unleashed their new single  “Outside Brain” . The track comes off the highly anticipated new They Might Be Giants LP, “The World Is to Dig” , arriving April 14 in all formats at TMBGshop.com and on streaming services, plus an exclusive 180-gram vinyl color variant will be available at indie retail shops on April 17.

Songwriter and choral director/arranger Gitika Partington drops the new lyric video for ‘Call Your Name’ from her record breaking ‘Twelvefold’ project.

Detroit’s Bruiser Wolf shares his release "Push & Paint" , a new collaborative album with producer Sheefy McFly . The release features 9 tracks with guest appearances by Payroll Giovanni , Akeem Ali , P-Lo , Sada Baby , G.T. , and BabyTron .

Boston lyricist M-Dot and producer/ DJ Confidence return with their powerful new single, “Rollercoaster Pt. 2” , featuring legendary hip-hop icon Masta Ace . Produced by Confidence , who also provides the cuts, the track delivers a soulful boom-bap backdrop for sharp lyricism and introspective storytelling. “Rollercoaster Pt. 2” is the sequel to the single "Rollercoaster" off M-Dot & Confidence 's critically acclaimed album "Library Of Sound" .

The brand-new video for “Sid x Bill” by Travisty the Lazy Emcee and Len-Dor , produced by DJ Kawon , has officially made its world premiere. The track is featured on the duo’s new collaborative album, “Chain Reaction” , available now via Mad Good Records . Blending sharp lyricism, gritty beats, and a raw underground hip-hop aesthetic, “Sid x Bill” captures the creative chemistry between Travisty the Lazy Emcee and Len-Dor . DJ Kawon ’s production provides a hard-hitting backdrop that complements the track’s cinematic tone and uncompromising delivery.  The video brings the song’s energy to life with striking visuals that amplify the mood and narrative behind the record, giving fans a vivid look into the sound and vision driving the Chain Reaction project. “Chain Reaction” , the full-length collaboration between Travisty the Lazy Emcee and Len-Dor , is out now on Mad Good Records !

The Center shares the official video for the single "New Leaders" by Marlon Craft , produced by Moo Latte , recorded and mixed by Tom Beuchel . The video is directed, edited, colored, and VFX by Jacob Carlson .  Pre-save the album: https://soulspazm.ffm.to/theinternetk...   Stream all Marlon Craft 's music: http://lnk.to/MarlonCraftMusic

Since the Deluxe release of his studio "Echoes of the Cosmos" , Montao felt there was one track which still needed an extra light shone upon it, and that was "2223” , also featuring an epic verse from Wu Tang Clan ’s very own Masta Killa .  The track itself is a combination of Hip-Hop, EDM, and everything else in between.

Soul Assassins Records shares the official video for the single "STAR STUDDED" by T.F & DJ MUGGS . The single is produced by DJ MUGGS , mastered by BRIAN "BIG BASS" GARDNER , and mixed by SAM KINGSTON & DJ MUGGS .

Nas has unveiled a new project titled Legend Has It.. Nas Feature Presentation , a curated collection highlighting his guest appearances across the Legend Has It… album series.

New York emcees The Musalini & Smoke DZA share their collaborative release "Uptown Saturday Night" , that features 8 tracks with guest appearances by Fuego Base and Lord Cartel .

Aesop Rock & Homeboy Sandman return with the latest installment in their ongoing Lice series with Miami Lice: Season Four . The project features 8 songs and continues to prove Aesop and Sandman sound evermore natural together and make a great pairing. Tune in for Season 4, Lice is back!

New Orleans rap artist Cavalier links up with record producer, rapper and songwriter Quelle Chris for the official video for the single "Holding On" featuring Navy Blue & Denmark Vessey . The video is directed by Joseph Mault .  Stream “Holding On” everywhere: https://open.spotify.com/album/6CHOX9...

Harlem, Ny rapper, singer, and record producer Ron Browz brings us the official visual for "Gorgeous Tech" .

Compton, CA rap artist YG shares the official video for the single "State of Emergency", produced by Fankfurt, Germany producer DTP.  YG - STATE OF EMERGENCY https://YG.lnk.to/stateofemergency

Washington DC based psych-rock band Argo & The Violet Queens took inspiration from Peter Jackson’s Beatles documentary ‘Get Back’ when writing and recording their new single ‘Casablanca’ . The single comes following a busy 2025 for Argo & The Violet Queens , with three tours and over 65 live shows. Written as an outlet for expressing personal grievances with mass consumerism of art and media, and the resulting alienation from one’s peers that it may cause, ‘Casablanca’ seeks to blend elements of bossa nova with classic indie structures to create a compelling sonic context in which these themes are explored.

Houston, TX rap veteran Paul Wall shares the official video for the single "Limitless" featuring Houston legends Slim Thug and Lil Keke . STREAM / DOWNLOAD "LIMITLESS" HERE - https://onerpm.link/limitless

The Soul Assassins share the official video for the single "Lay It Down" by Memphis, TN rap artist Heartbreak JC and legendary producer DJ Muggs . The single is produced by DJ Muggs , mixed by Sam Kingston & DJ Muggs , and mastered by Brian " Big Bas" Garner .   The video is directed by NewHigh Filmz .

Brooklyn, NY rap veteran Papoose shares the official video for the 50 Cent diss "Agent Provocateur" , produced by Ron Browz and the video is directed by Street Heat .

Purpose is the third movement, centered on rhythm, intention, and collaboration. Created as a focused duo project featuring Terrace Martin and drummer Marcus Gilmore . The project features 11 tracks with guest appearances by Taylor McFerrin and Keyon Harold .

Kingdom Kome is giving out life lessons on new single “Letter To My Seed” . Produced by long-time collaborator RUEN , the track acts as a letter to Kingdom Kome ’s son divulging a lot of life-learned gems for his benefit. “Letter To My Seed” is the 3rd leak from the forthcoming Kingdom Kome x RUEN album Mint Misprints ( Walking With Enoch Music ) .

With the release of their latest track “We Rock” feat. Wildelux , who has previously worked with renowned producers such as Propo'88 , Suff Daddy and Kyo Itachi , the SoulRocca Boom-Bap master plan moves into its next round. Known for their uncompromising dedication to Golden Era hip-hop, Boogiedown Base and 12 Finger Dan, operating as SOULBROTHA , have earned a solid place in the scene through collaborations with artists including DJ Premier , Large Professor , QNC and Blaq Poet .

Redman teams with Sheek Louch of The Lox for the official "Dynomite" visual, co-directed by Redman and Rock Davis . This song was produced by Redman and Vinyl Frontiers for the Muddy Waters Too album, which you can listen to here: http://linktree.com/Redman

The Freeminded Records / EMPIRE share the official video for the single "Empty Pages" by Larry June , Curren$y & The Alchemist .  The single appears on their collaborative album “Spiral Staircases" .  Listen to the album “Spiral Staircases" . Out Now! Stream: https://music.empi.re/spiralstaircases

Gnarls Barkley is officially back, and the duo of CeeLo Green and Danger Mouse have dropped off their 13-track project, "Atlanta" .

Buffalo, NY Jae Skeese and producer Ill Tone Beats share their EP "The Good Part Vol. 1" , that features 8 tracks with guest appearances by Conway The Machine , Stove God Cooks , Talib Kweli , Consequence , T.F , Brother Tom SOS , Fuego Base , Cory Gunz , and Sule .

Bordeaux, France beatmaker KHEYZINE shares his release "PRODUCT OF MY ENVIRONMENT/ ACT IV" , that features 12 tracks. All beats by KHEYZINE , mixed & mastered by DAN.AKILL and the cover art by LOIZO .

Bordeaux, France beatmaker KHEYZINE shares his release "PRODUCT OF MY ENVIRONMENT/ ACT III" , that features 12 tracks. All beats by KHEYZINE , mixed & mastered by DAN.AKILL and the cover art by LOIZO .

Rochester, NY duo Young Black And Gifted drop visuals for their newest single “Prime Time.” Directed by HipHopIzLyfe Beat-Smith Kidd Called Quest and lyricist Azariah get busy with more of that motivation music that they do so well. The duo said of the track “in these days of oversaturation and negativity you have to be your own motivator to keep grinding. Don’t get caught up in a fantasy thinking everything supposed to be easy” .  Stream / Purchase “Prime Time” : https://kiddcalledquest.bandcamp.com/album/prime-time

Lyrical madman Young Zee ( The Outsidaz ) returns from the deep with “Get Down” . The track was produced by Psych Major (who also adds a guest verse). The duo also shot a video for Young Zee ’s verse (link below) and have announced the track is the first of an EP’s worth of collaborative music forthcoming.  Stream “Get Down” in full: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/youngzee7/get-down-feat-psych-major-keylow-mix

Memphis, TN rap veteran Don Trip shares the Live Perfoemance for the "Extra Cheese Freestyle" , from the release "Forgiveness Is God's Job... Part 1 (Deluxe)" .

The legendary Raekwon of the iconic Wu-Tang Clan  links up with Raleigh, NC rap artist Shyst Vader for the official video for the single "Reshaping The Culture" , produced by DJ Profluent .

Denzel Curry links with his newly formed collective The Scythe for Strictly 4 The Scythe. The collective consist of A$AP Ferg , Bktherula , TiaCorine , and Key Nyata . The project features the previously released the singles, “Lit Effect” , “The Scythe” , and “Mutt That Bih” .

The third single off my Marlon Craft 's album, "The Internet Killed The Neighborhood" , dropping 4/2/26.  The video is directed & edited by Nathan Smith and co-directed by Marlon Craft . Stream "Unapologetic" : https://soulspazm.ffm.to/unapologetic

GDF Records / EMPIRE share the official video for the single "Visions" by Jay Worthy and the legendary Method Man .  Listen “Visions" .  Out Now!  Stream: https://music.empi.re/visions

GRAMMY-Award winning recording artist Baby Keem dropped the music video for “Good Flirts” featuring Kenrick Lamar and Momo Boyd off his second studio album Ca$ino . The video is directed by Renell Medrano .

Acclaimed Danish trio Smag På Dig Selv , comprised of two saxophonists and one drummer, release their second album, ‘This Is Why We Lost’ . The core ambition behind the record was to create music that can exist within a trance or club-oriented setting, while still carrying a strong melodic and narrative arc.

The long anticipated "Face Value" LP is finally complete. J-Live has revisited songs from previous EPs "At The Date of This Writing" and "Lose No Time" and comboned them into the "Face Value" LP as originally intended. While strongly considered, J opted against retconning the original versions and scrubbing them from the discography. He instead enlisted long time collaborator and amazing producer Illastrate to remix and reimagine the entire project, Including the two teaser tracks released in 2024 and the all new title track.

Atlanta, GA rap artist Tha God Fahim links up with Paris, France producer Drega33 for "Slam Dump 2" , that features 8 tracks.

Brooklyn legends They Might Be Giants have announced the arrival of their highly anticipated new LP, “The World Is to Dig” , due for release on April 14th.  This is the band’s first full-length album since 2021’s Grammy-nominated “BOOK” , and the project blends sharp songwriting and bold experimentation into a refreshingly original collection.  Following the release of the album’s lead single “Wu-Tang” , They Might Be Giants have now dropped “Sleep’s Older Sister” from the new record exclusively as a download via their webstore: TMBGshop.com .

Three time GRAMMY® Award winner Jill Scott releases new visuals for “Pressha” off her newly released album To Whom This May Concern , featuring cameos from Niecy Nash and Tasha Smith .

Marlon Craft shares the single "UNAPOLOGETIC" , out now everywhere. This is the third single off the upcoming album The "Internet Killed The Neighborhood" , which releases on 4/2.

Newselph was listening to a lot of jazz and jazz-infused hiphop, and felt really inspired by some of the usual suspects (plus some "newer" guys) like Madlib , Dilla , Kiefer , Terrace Martin , and more. This song has a lot of movement, and might feel a little stressful at times, but it also manages to feel nice and smooth. Newselph tagged his guy Matthew Thomas , a talented pianist, to play throughout the song, and he RIPPED on it! Newselph pretty excited for you guys to hear it.

Coming off the momentum of his previous single "Standing On Ceilings"   NY aritst Hunna Band$ returns with unapologetic confidence and street-certified flair on his album of the same name. "Standing On Ceilings" features 13 tracks with guest appearances by Panchino MG and Dirty Sanchez 47 .

Fuego Base delivers a powerful visual for "Wish 'Em Well", reflecting on growth, loyalty, and leveling up while leaving the past where it belongs.  Produced by: @ Patemdown_  and Shot by: LavishLifeLoot

Memphis, TN rap artist Don Trip shares the Live Perfomance of his singl "Anger Management" , ftom his release "Forgiveness Is God's Job... Part 1 (Deluxe)" .

De La Soul went to NPR to celebrate a few milestones: its latest album, Cabin in the Sky , and year three of the De La Soul catalog back under the members' control. This Tiny Desk releases, which is known as De La Soul Day . It's all a bit bittersweet as David Jolicoeur (aka Trugoy the Dove , aka Plug Two ) isn't here with Pos and Maseo .  Dave passed away in 2023, just weeks before the group's music was finally made available on streaming platforms after a decades-long legal battle. Throughout the planning process for this show, both remaining members were candid about what Dave would and wouldn't approve of creatively, but remained open to ideas to honor him. The result was a thoughtful balance of classics like "Stakes is High" and "Breakadawn" with highlights from Cabin in the Sky .

Detroit, MI rapper/producer Quelle Chris shares his surprise EP "Happy Place" , that features 6 tracks.

Blu & Exile have unveiled their gripping single titled "Soul Unusual" . Blu 's subject matter throughout his thoughtful songwriting is heightened by Exile 's scratching, giving the track a classic boom-bap edge that reinforces the emotion behind every bar.

Baltimore hip-hop collective GAWDS have dropped visuals for their newest single “Oh No” . Though a braggadocious, lyrical attack replete with cuts, the track and visual has an introspective element. Emcees Pinpoint , L3 and Regulus are literally split in two with their artist persona attacking their civilian identities. As Regulus explains “it reflects our normal life/work life selves and our rapper selves frustrated at how both interfere with our daily routines. A metaphor for the balance we struggle with daily” . “Oh No” is featured on GAWD ’s new LP, The Care Package (album available via all streaming services now).

Upstate NY’s secret weapon, Toneyboi has dropped visuals for new single “Momma Said Move Weight” . Filmed by BrettMikeMedia the track features Rochester NY’s 448 Brad the track remakes an LL Cool J classic into a street dealer anthem.  “Momma Said Move Weight” appears on Toneyboi ’s new Producer album Leave Your Ego At The Door .

Melbourne based viral guitar duo Opal Ocean , comprised of Alex Champ and Nadav Tabak , are bringing their unique blend of high-octane Spanish guitar techniques and dynamic instrumental performances to the UK for the first time this March!  Alongside the UK tour, the duo’s new album ‘Temple of the Stars’ just dropped on Friday.   Here’s a live-style performance video of “METEOR” , the second single from our third studio album Temple Of The Stars .

DMV (PG County, MD) rap artist Foogieraw shares his album "No Due Respect" , that features 17 tracks with guest appearances by KARRAHBOOO , Larry June , John Legend , Dave James , Gwen Bunn , and Ari Lennox .

Houston, TX rap artist Le$ shares his release "Business As Usual", that features 9 tracks.

Australian Producer Kut One teams up with New Jersey MC Hank Dope to drop a 5 track EP cementing Hank Dope as one of Hip Hop’s leading Upcoming MC’s. Slicing through Eerie Sonics and Neck Snapping drums courtesy of Kut One .

Rising rap artist Hunna Band$ makes a powerful statement with the title track "Standing on Ceilings" , produced by Quiz , from the upcoming album of the same name, available everywhere on 3/3/26.

Papoose delivers a powerful and thought-provoking anthem with “No Justice No Peace” , featured on the official soundtrack for Aftershock: The Nicole Bell Story . This moving record captures the pain, resilience, and demand for accountability that continues to echo through communities nationwide. Directed by: Benny Boom   🎬 Aftershock: The Nicole Bell Story tells the real-life story of Nicole Paultre-Bell , who turned unimaginable tragedy into activism after her fiancé, Sean Bell , was killed by NYPD officers in 2006. Her fight for justice became a movement.

Charlotte, NC rap artist Fetty P Franklin links up with Memphis, TN rap artist Big Moochie Grape for the official video for their collaborative single "Bows and Bricks" .  Stream "Bows and Bricks" : http://broke.ffm.to/fetty-p-franklin-...

The Dallas rapper and his crew represent their home state and salute the West Coast on the first single from their upcoming mixtape of the same name. The song is produced by Tony Coles and the video is directed by Jerry Morka .  Listen to 6WA | Out Now: https://symphony.to/bigxthaplug/6wa

Danish indie artist Hannah Schneider ’s new album ‘In This Room’ have been getting Radio X and 6 Music airplay, plus press love from the likes of Earmilk and Notion Magazine to name a few. The album was written and recorded during a two-month residency at Thorvaldsens Museum in Copenhagen. The museum’s historic rooms became the setting for a musical experiment in which both composition and recording were turned upside down: what happens when acoustic instruments become the starting point for modern electronic music? The result is a sensuous encounter between organic soundscapes, electronic beats, and strong melodies, a living dialogue between human and machine, sounding more akin to her recent acclaimed AyOwA electronic project than her previous solo works.

With their 2024 debut album, ‘Serenades & Damnation’ , DEAD CHIC delivered a record that was dense, visceral, and instantly distinctive. From the very first notes, the atmosphere was unmistakable: cinematic crescendos, vast open landscapes, sultry tension, grit, and refined elegance. Unmistakably dark and chic. The Deluxe Edition of the album now extends this immersive and intense journey, offering a compelling second chapter to the album.