DEFINITION OF FRESH

The lead single from "Monu-mEnTaL" , titled "Return 2 The Classics" , features none other than underground legend Shabaam Sahdeeq and long-time friend and collaborator DJ Philogic , who adds his signature blend of cuts over B.B.Z Darney 's earie, head-nodding beat. uMaNg and Shabaam Sahdeeq both shine on the mic with their visions of making a classic, whether on record or life in general.

"Not For The Faint of Art" is a hard-hitting collaboration between two titans of Underground Boom Bap Hip Hop: lyricist uMaNg and producer Melvin Junko . This album is a testament to raw artistry, built on gritty beats and razor-sharp lyricism that pay homage to the roots of Hip Hop while carving out a space in the modern era. Not For The Faint Of Art by uMaNg & Melvin Junko

Lasting Impressions II: The Impressionable is the 4th full-length release from the emcee/producer duo uMaNg & B.B.Z Darney . This marks their 1st release in over 9 years. The album is a follow-up sequel to their 2012 debut, Lasting Impressions . The LP serves as a spiritual successor, & re-introduction after such a hiatus from the independent scene. The album's sound is self-described as "Lightening-in-a-bottle" , as it's intricately crafted 10 tracks were recorded in just under 90 days from March-June of 2023 . Lyrically complex, & sonically bombastic, uMaNg & B.B.Z Darney delve into more abstract themes & dense subject matter. The three features on the record come from Halfcut , Hex One of the duo Epidemic and fellow long-time collaborator, D REV . Lasting Impressions II: The Impressionable by uMaNg

Salt Lake City, UT rap artist Zac Ivie shares his EP titled "All Together Now" , which is produced entirely by Seth Steelo and features a guest appearance by rap legend Masta Ace .

Shanin Blake ( @shaninblake ) & Tamara Bubble ( @tamarabubble ) team up to bring you "Lyk Dis" ! The official music video was filmed in Atlanta, GA (directed by Aston | Grey ) and guaranteed to put you in the mood for love, marriage or both. Press play … lyk dis and enjoy!!!  Stream + add to playlist via http://smarturl.it/lykdis

The Emcee and Production team of Forever M.C. & It's Different have joined forces with some of Hip-Hop's most elite artists in the game to bring the world the unprecedented soundscape for the Forever M.C. compilation on RBC Records . Today, Forever M.C. and It’s Different offer a remix to one on of the projects stand-out tracks “Assassins Creed” featuring Tech N9ne , Royce 5'9" , Planet Asia , Chino XL , Bronze Nazareth , Token and Passionate MC . Source: MAC Media

Salt Lake City, UT emcee Atheist sends his project entitled Topanga . This talented emcee has done shows with artists like The Pharcyde , Talib Kweli , Mobb Deep , K.Flay , Blueprint , Mega Ran , Fresh Kils , Turquoise Jeep , Z-Man , Binary Star , Medusa , Myka 9 , Mickey Avalon and more.  Stream & Purchase below!!!  Enjoy the #FRESHNESS!!! Topanga by Atheist