Category: indie spotlight

MBNel tells his story on Child of the Trenches 2

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Stockton, CA rapper MBNel shares his Child Of The Trenches 2 EP, available via Muddy Boyz/EMPIRE. In the 6-track second installment of his Trenches series, MBNel gives hope to his fans while delivering raw, honest lyrics about the struggles of growing up in his hometown. While he delves into his life with gangs, drugs, family, and newfound success, the new EP traces his rollercoaster journey from poverty to fame. MBNel explains, “There are trenches all around the world no matter where you go. That reality means a lot of people are struggling, and…

UK MC Mr Jones Drops Debut Album “Long Time Coming”

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A journey of old school hip hop, from Manchester UK. Mr Jones is a rapper and songwriter from the UK who uses funny, clever bars over boom bap beats to create catchy songs and upbeat music. All written by himself based on life experiences. The album also features Bizarre from D12. Gaining a good following in the North of England, mr Jones now wants more people to hear his music. Inspired by Eminem from a young age, Mr Jones has been waiting for years to release his own music, hence…

Jim E MacLIVE Debuts Charting Single “I Love You”

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Indianapolis-based Rapper/Entrepreneur, Jim E MacLIVE released his latest single “I Love You”. The single recently charted in the top 12 on the Digital Radio Tracker Top 150 Global Independent Airplay charts. Sample the single below and click here to stream/download on your favorite platform! From a city known for its basketball and football teams, Indianapolis is one of the fastest growing cities in the midwest. As far as its music scene, it has never been given the credit for its boiling pot of talent. With the latest rise of acts…

Alt Pop Singer/Songwriter Jay-Elle Releases New End of Summer Anthem “Listening”

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Alternative pop singer/songwriter and producer, Jay-Elle, has unveiled new single “Listening,” available on all streaming platforms this Friday, September 18. Written and produced by Jay-Elle and mastered by JD Moon, “Listening” is a fun pop hit with a lo-fi dance groove that explodes with a strong synth/drum break. The single features a bridge written and performed by Cenza, marking Jay-Elle and Cenza’s second collaboration together after Jay-Elle produced on her latest single “Thriving.” “It’s my ‘end of summer’ anthem. This sound is a reflection of a year that makes no…

Jacquan King – “Green Light Go”

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Jacquan King, is a West Coast artist similar to the likes of Jack Harlow, Dom Kennedy, Casey Veggies, and others. With a chill type of vibe his love for music comes from growing up watching rap city every time it came on and loving the culture. Songs such as Been Thru The Fire � are inspired by real life hardship he’s been through And life decisions that have been for the better or worst. Follow @hussle_quantruly on Instagram

Behind the Scenes of “The Dead 2” with Black Pablo + new Single

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Born in Virginia, Black Pablo started rapping at the age of 8. He went to high school in Washington DC,  where he became a popular promoter that was inspired by his younger cousin. After he was kicked out of the house by his Aunt he went back to recording music throwing parties and performing at his own events! With a group named AMS and his older brother opening up for mainstream artist in Roanoke, VA at JB lounge. Not long after the group split up and went separate ways. Black…

LunchBreakJake Releases “Baptized”

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Some people just don’t get why you do the things you do. When you want to do what you want to do, you gotta live different. Some people don’t get it, some never will, and that’s where it balances out. So fxck it.  LunchBreakJake’s new music video “Baptized” is OUT NOW. Visit https://lunchbreakjake.com for more information.

Texas Artist Number3ok Releases The New Playlist “3:33”

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Texas artist Number3ok drops off the new project “3:33” now available on Apple Music, Spotify, & more. Playing both the role of producer and rapper, Number3ok slides over his own production packed full of 808’s and exciting melodies. With a laid back flow and quick wordplay, Number3ok gets the job done without ever going overboard on either the beats or the raps. On “No Trends” Number3ok reverses the samples and adds some tasteful 808’s before gliding over the beat with his smoke out raps. For fans of Pi’erre Bourne, Wiz Khalifa, and…