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Washington, D.C. rap artist Mic Mountain shares his release "Recetas" , a Latin Hip-Hop concept album that celebrates Puerto Rican culture through food, tradition, and storytelling. Each song is named after a popular dish or drink and transforms it into a unique creative concept, blending humor, life experiences, cultural pride, and lyrical craftsmanship. Produced by Mr. Scratch Hook , Goliath Kong , and DNA Beatz , and mixed, mastered, and enhanced with scratch cuts by Mr. Scratch Hook Studios , Recetas serves up a flavorful blend of Latin Hip-Hop, culture, and creativity. Recetas by Mic Mountain

Def Jam Recordings shares the official video for "Blanco (Live From The District)" by DMV (Washington, DC) rap artist Wale .  The single "Blanco" appears on Wale 's album "everything is a lot." .

Solidified is modern boom bap soul—grounded, intentional, and fully realized. A heavy, ominous low end runs throughout, creating a cloud-like landing for Awon ’s smooth yet razor-sharp delivery. The album is rich with authentic, thoughtful storytelling, balanced by the wit and charisma expected from a seasoned emcee. Awon & The Other Guys draw from years of experience crafting hip-hop records, delivering a sound that feels both familiar and refreshingly focused. This isn’t an album chasing placement—it’s a presence. Solidified feels like something that’s always been there, like a painting on the wall you’ve lived with long enough to understand. Not reinvented, not rebranded—just refined. In many ways, it’s a reminder: this is what hip-hop is supposed to sound like.

EMPIRE Distribution shares the single "Ice Rink" by Newport News, VA emcee Awon and Washington, DC producer duo The Other Guys .

Washington, D.C. emcee/producer Ankhlejohn links up with Harlem. NY producer V Don for the release "Everything Beautiful Died Early" , that features 12 tracks with guest appearances by Baby Maine, CRIMEAPPLE , and Sha Hef .

DMV (Washington, DC) producer duo The Other Guys link up with Newport News, VA based artist Awon for the single "Embrace" , from their upcoming collaborative release "Soldified" dropping 06.12.26.

Live From The Front Porch: Ari Lennox It’s only right that their Good sister @AriLennox came home and pulled up on the Front Porch to Mobb in DC. Celebrating the release of her new Album! “Vacancy” Out Now!

Mass Appeal shares the single "So High" by Brooklyn, NY rap vet AZ and DMV based R&B and rap artist Mumu Fresh .

Northeast, DC rap artist Fat Trel shares his release "City of God: The Prequel" , that features 9 tracks with guest appearances by Goonew , Kerch Dolla , and Skilla Baby .

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.

Backwoodz Studioz share the official video for the single "Funny Games" by billy woods & August Fanon featuring Fatboi Sharif , from the album "gowillog" , released October 31, 2025.  The video is directed by Henry Nelson of ‪ @probablevoltage s, produced by Orlando Orbina , and shot by Will Curry and Henry Nelson .

Here's the latest mixtape in my "DEM REGGAE RIDDIM" series, Volume 3 features the "Rastaman Walk Riddim" and the "Rental Dread Riddim" ....Enjoy!!!

Interscope Records shares the release "Vacancy" by Washington, DC R&B artist Ari Lennox . The album features 15 tracks with a lone guest appearance by the legendary Buju Banton and the album is executive produced by Elite .

J. Rizzle Presents...The Conway The Machine Mixtape was inpsired by listening to Conway The Machine 's album "You Can’t Kill God With Bullets" ....STREAM / DOWNLOAD the mixtape and enjoy!!!

This tribute mixtape is in celebration of the legendary Pimp C 's birthday...Enjoy!!!

Reuben Vincent & 9th Wonder share their official video for "GET IT GIRL (House Party Remix)" featuring DMV (Washington, DC) rap artist Wale , off the collaboration album from Reuben Vincent & 9th Wonder called "WELCOME HOME" . The video directed by Keilan Armon, Pierre   & Reuben Vincent .

Acclaimed DMV lyricist Mic Mountain joins forces with Hartford, CT’s sonic architect Tronbeatz for a heavyweight collaboration that bridges golden era hip-hop with the raw hunger of 2025. Their new album, “MicTronics” , is a masterclass in boom bap: gritty drums, dusty samples, razor-sharp cuts, and rhymes that crackle with authenticity. The 10-track project featuring Thirstin Howl The 3rd and The Bad Seed , captures the spirit of 90’s East Coast Hip Hop laced with the innovative sounds and energy of today. MicTronics by Mic Mountain x Tronbeatz

Brooklyn, NY rap veteran Von Pea links up with DMV (Washington, DC) producer duo The Other Guys for the release "Putcha Weight On It" , that features 11 tracks with guest appearances by Che Noir , Donwill , Skyzoo , and Oddisee . Putcha Weight On It by Von Pea & The Other Guys

Live From The Front Porch Presents: Patti Labelle   Patti LaBelle on the Front Porch is not regular. This is one of those moments we’ll be talking about forever iconic voice, real stories, and a level of class you can feel through the screen. Grateful she trusted our porch with her legacy.  DIRECTED & PRODUCED BY: @noochiemusic

Live From The Front Porch Presents: Wale   Everything is A lot. @Wale came home and pulled up on us at the Front Porch to celebrate the DMV and his 8th Studio!  DIRECTED & PRODUCED BY: @noochiemusic