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ILLECT Recordings shares the single "Talk That Talk" by Newselph featuring KINETIK and James Gardin , the 2nd single from Newselph 's forthcoming EP.

Ras Beats & Maddog McGraw shares the single "Disorderly Conduct" , from the collaborative album "Michigan & The Mecca" . Stream the single below and enjoy!!!

Lansing, MI rap artist Maddog McGraw links up with NYC producer Ras Beats for the release "Michigan & The Mecca" , that features 9 tracks wth no guest appearances.

Producer Ras Beats is proud to bring you the first single "Neanderthal" , from his and Maddog McGraw 's upcoming collaboration album called "Michigan & The Mecca" , it's drops October 11th on all services & platforms.

ILLECT Recordings shares the album "Hopefully" by Sareem Poems & Madi .  The EP is a sharp and seductive six-track jolt of upliftment for the weak and weary among us. Stream / Purchase the EP below!!! Hopefully by Sareem Poems & Madi

Sareem Poems (Lansing, MI) and beat-maker Madi (Seattle, WA) share their new single "Keep Going" , that talks about sacrificing for the sake of your family. The single is from the upcoming project "Hopefully" , releasing on December 2 (digital/vinyl).  Stream the single below!!! Keep Going by Sareem Poems & Madi

Illect Recordings shares the "What's Wrong (Remix)" by Sareem Poems , Dre Murray , Adan Bean and Newselph .  Stream the single below!!! What's Wrong (Remix) by Sareem Poems, Dre Murray, Adan Bean, Newselph

ILLECT Recordings shares the new single "Piece of the Pie" , from emcee Sareem Poems ( Lansing, MI ) and beat-maker Madi ( Seattle, WA ). The full project, Hopefully, releases in a few months ( digital/vinyl ). Piece of the Pie by Sareem Poems & Madi

Sometimes you gotta just bar out – rap for rappings sake. Ozay Moore flexes his lyrical prowess on this re-imagined version of "Backaddit" by Newselph . Backaddit (Remix) by Ozay Moore & Newselph

ILLECT Recordings shares the single "Fallen Stars" by Sareem Poem s and Madi with design and art direction by ARTISFRESH / artisfresh.com .  Fallen Stars by Sareem Poems & Madi

Madi delivers a punchy swinging rhythm for Sareem Poems to observe past, present, & future to. "Aint No Time" is a song about the now. Past and future will have their moment. What you choose to do with the time you have now is most important. Don’t forget to live in the moment. Stream the single below!!! Aint No Time by Sareem Poems & Madi

ILLECT Recordings shares the "Matters of Man (Remix)" by Sareem Poems , Chris Orrick , and Newselph .  Stream the remix below and enjoy!!! Matters of Man (Remix) by Sareem Poems, Chris Orrick, & Newselph

"Skyline" takes the listener on an upbeat journey about defying the odds. Madi provides an eclectic soundscape for Sareem Poems to maneuver through the twist & turns of life. Sareem Poem s keeps a singular focus, all needs being met, no matter how the cards are stacked against him. Stream the single below!!! Skyline by Sareem Poems & Madi

If you are looking for raw, unapologetic, gritty, yet authentic emcees and you have not checked out any of the Maddog Mcgraw albums we’ve featured, you have homework to do! Teamed up once again with producer Sam Da Grouch , Grumpy Old Man 2 follows the energy of it’s first installment and doesn’t disappoint as a themed sequel! Hard drums, classic sample flips, funky vibes and plenty of punches and shots given. Essentially, this is a great recipe to start off your day with an IDGAF attitude!

Following up the successful "Eyes Across the Room" release, DIE-REK closes out the year on the strength of "Get Nervous" —a new single including peer emcees Sareem Poems ( LA Symphony ), Sojourn , and Griffin . The golden-era beats on the track are so hype, the classic hi-top Reeboks will instantly seem to appear on your feet as you suddenly find yourself magically at center court. The rap-tandem's boasting on the track is an energetic boost, giving way to a truly great listening experience. Get Nervous by DIE-REK

Of Process and Progression is a perfectly balanced combination of hip-hop, jazz, and soul from longtime collaborators Tall Black Guy & Ozay Moore , who continue to push themselves creatively after a collective of more than 30 years in the game. On each and every track on this LP, the duo beautifully blend Golden Era boom-bap with modern sounds to deliver something altogether timeless and inspiring. Of Process and Progression is available now through all major DSPs , as well as CD and vinyl, in both classic black and an exclusive Coke bottle clear edition in limited quantities. Various merch and bundle options which include slipmats , t-shirts and hoodies can be purchased now via Bandcamp and Coalmine Records online store . Of Process and Progression by Tall Black Guy & Ozay Moore

Tall Black Guy & Ozay Moore reveal the slick and colorful new animated video for “Viberite” , the duo’s jazzy single featuring the Queens, NYC-based emcee, poet and drummer, KUMBAYA . The track stems from the duo’s soon-coming collaborative album, Of Process and Progression .  The video is directed by animator/illustrator Cody Banks , who deftly animates each artist who appears on the track with their own unique flavor.  Check out the visuals and head over to your preferred digital retailer or streaming platform to support the track, which can also be purchased for instant-grat off the album pre-order for the duo’s debut collab LP, Of Process and Progression due out next Friday, Oct 22 .

Coalmine Records shares the Tall Black Guy & Ozay Moore single "Viberite" featuring Queens-based poet, drummer and emcee, KUMBAYA . The single is from the upcoming album "Of Process and Progression" . Of Process and Progression by Tall Black Guy & Ozay Moore

Tall Black Guy & Ozay Moore blend hip-hop, funk, and soul on their undeniably catchy and inspiring new single, “MUD” , featuring contemporary gospel artist Sean C. Johnson , from the duo's much anticipated collaborative album, Of Process and Progression , due out this summer via Coalmine Records . MUD (feat. Sean C. Johnson) by Tall Black Guy & Ozay Moore

"Let's Go" is @sareempoems & @essbe17 3rd single as @dreamsequencemuisc . "Let's Go" is a hard hitting, enegetic force of beats & rhymes. With a message of strength, self pride & perserverance. To all who are pushing life forward independently.  Stream the single below!!!