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Young Chris and MadeinTYO have teamed up for their joint project, "Made In Philly" . The release features 9 tracks with guest appearances by Ransom , Lloyd Banks , and Philly great Freeway .

From the middle of Times Square to the crosswalks of Tokyo, Watermelon Funk is back again with their new single "Shibuya" featuring Wais P , Philly G and DAG Force ( Japan ). The single mixes the sound of East Coast Hip-Hop with the virtuosic drumming bridges and additional chorus vocals of Benzel Baltimore (of George Clinton's P-Funk ). The track cohesively fuses the similarities between US and Japanese music and the single can be found on their upcoming album "Hydrate Your Soul" coming soon...

Omen44 releases the official video for his single “Da Games People Play” , which is already ruffling feathers and stirring commotion inside the political ring. Audiences see Omen44 in a new fashion from long hair, dark shades, bandana, to fringed attire. Bold imagery on a projector behind Omen44 puts the message front and center. A gritty, thought-provoking performance reinforces the track’s political stance and raw honesty. Each bar and visual transitions into a statement: direct, unapologetic, and meant to be felt as much as heard.  Watch the official video for “Da Games People Play” and stay tuned for more releases form the forthcoming ‘u.s.’ album.

Back from a slight hiatus, national/international Hip Hop vet Omen44 returns with new music. 2026 marks a new era and direction for Omen44 ; the Timbs are still laced but instead of hitting the concrete jungle, he's hitting the political grounds. "Da Games People Play" serves as the first single release from his forthcoming album ‘u.s.' .

Introducing the long-awaited sequel to the return of Mickey Diamond on the critically acclaimed Wolf Tickets . Once again...this unrivalled collaboration of excellence has manifested yet another masterpiece. Fully produced and co-produced and additionally produced by the gawds. For this go round Mickey gets even deeper in his spiritual and personal bag. This is the second chapter in the saga entitled " The Wolf, The Sheep, & The Goat" . Only the real gon respect the vision. The fake can kick rocks.

Naha, Okinawa, Japan rap artist Awich shares her release "Okinawan Wuman" , that features 13 tracks with guest appearances by RZA , FERG , Joey Bada$$ , Mike , 454 , Lupe Fiasco , and Westside Gunn .

Mieko Shimizu has returned with a powerful new EP, ‘Breathe Out’ , out now! A boldly nonconformist Japanese singer, songwriter, composer, and producer, Shimizu uses the EP to build on the success of her acclaimed album ‘My Tentacles’ , which drew praise from Electronic Sound magazine and airplay on BBC 6 Music . The new EP features two immersive tracks that showcase her signature blend of emotional depth and sonic experimentation. Dropped alongside a visually arresting music video by diz_qo , this project invites listeners on an immersive journey of texture, movement, and atmosphere, reaffirming Mieko Shimizu ’s place as a pioneering force in avant-garde music.

Wyandanch, Long Island, NY GOAT emcee Rakim links up with producer Big Ghost Ltd for the release "G.O.Ds NETWORK - The RE-UP" , that features 9 tracks with guest appearances by 38 Spesh , Big Twins , Canibus , Chino XL , Eddie Kaine , Joell Ortiz , Kool G Rap , KXNG Crooked , La The Darkman , Method Man , Planet Asia , Prodigy , Ras Kass , Rim , Sally Green , Skyzoo , and Tristate .

Harlem, NY rap artist UFO Fev links up with producer Big Ghost Ltd. for the release "Albizu's Revenge" , that features 10 tracks with guest appearances by Jose Santiago, Red Inf, DJ Perly, and Lil Dee. Albizu's Revenge by UFO Fev

Japanese rap artist Awich shares the official video for the single "Butcher Shop" featuring Harlem, NY rap veteran FERG . The single is produced by the legendary RZA of the Wu-Tang Clan and the video is directed by Sage English ‬‭.  Stream & Download: https://lnk.to/Awich_ButcherShop

Mickey Diamond & Big Ghost Ltd drop new video titled "Word Bond" , shot by Christopher Hoffman and directed by Mickey Diamond & Big Trip , from the album "Gucci Gambinos" .  STREAM / DOWNLOAD Mickey Diamond & Big Ghost Ltd - Gucci Gambinos https://bigghostlimited.bandcamp.com/album/gucci-gambinos

Detroit, MI lyricist Mickey Diamond link up with producer Big Ghost Ltd. for the collaborative release "Gucci Gambinos" , that features 14 tracks with guest appearances by Pro Dillnger and the legendary Method Man . Gucci Gambinos by Mickey Diamond

Compton, California raised emcee Jay Worthy links up with rapper, singer & producer MadeinTYO for their collaborative release "Time After Time" , that features 10 tracks with no guest appearnces.

Jersey City, NJ rap artist Ransom links up with rapper, singer, and producer MadeinTYO for the EP "Smoke & Mirrors" , that features guest appearances by Che Noir and J.Arrr .

  Omen44 , international (Japan) and east coast (NY/NJ) Hip Hop vet returns with new visuals taken from his forthcoming album. “Catch A Fire” features Chelsea Reject and T’nah with production by GRADIS NICE . Audiences will vibe out to images of Omen44 shot in the city and the studio with vivid, flashing graffiti. GRADIS NICE offers a kaleidoscope of soundscapes that mesh together for a captivating 70’s soul and boom bap nuptial.  Digital Link: https://linkco.re/gxpeuU52?lang=en

My Tentacles is the capricious album re-release by radical, nonconformist Japanese composer, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and singer Mieko Shimizu . The album features the offbeat, unworldliness of the single, My Tentacles , which picked up some BBC 6 Music airplay recently, and the mesmeric standout track, Think Like a Swarm , reminiscent of Laurie Anderson ’s art meets pop music sensibilities. The album bristles with quirky, dysfunctional beats and chimeric fusions. Her Tentacles are truly her own, for this free-spirited champion of outsider art pop.

  Radical, nonconformist, Japanese singer and multi-instrumentalist Mieko Shimizu has just dropped the video for her latest single “My Tentacles” , which has picked up BBC 6 Music airplay recently from Deb Grant & Tom Ravenscroft , is the title track of the soon to be re-released album of the same name. It is be-thronged by chimeric fusions, dysfunctional beats and startling mutations. The radical video for “My Tentacles” was created by by diz_qo .

  Following the heels of “Plug” featuring Tragedy Khadafi and Big Twins , Omen44 is back with a new collaboration featuring Japan’s very own BudaMunk along with Canada’s Raz Fresco and Shadow The Great ( Loaf Muzik ) representing Brooklyn, NY. Newer generation to golden generation, East to West, and internationally…smuggling cultures from all corners to embrace Hip Hop’s reign during its 50th Anniversary.

The long-awaited 4th chapter in the ongoing Gucci Ghost saga by Detroit, MI rap artist Mickey Diamond and producer Big Ghost Ltd . The release features 10 tracks with guest appearances by Ty Farris , Bori Rock , Big Trip , Shaykh Hanif , and Snotty . Stream the release and enjoy!!! Gucci Ghost 4 by Mickey Diamond

Detroit, MI rap artist Mickey Diamond and producer Big Ghost Ltd shares the 3rd chapter in the ongoing Gucci Ghost saga...All instrumentation by the infamous Hector Puente Colon Jr & The Santiago Men's Basketball Philharmonic Orchestra with additional production by Mickey Diamond . All cuts performed by DJ Swab . Gucci Ghost 3 by Mickey Diamond