Corey Gipson‘s first fully self-produced project titled States, as in ‘States of Being’, is a sample flip filled journey through one young mans observable reality. Diving heavily into sounds from the mid-to late 1960s with influences from American/European Jazz, Rock, Funk & Soul; States is a true hiphop goulash. With his third project in two years the South Carolina Native steps into his own after eight months flipping vinyl and searching self.
Yearly Archives: 2016
GStyle – Planet X [Mixtape]
Orlando’s GStyle recently liberated his latest 11-track body of work entitled Planet X. With production work from a wide range of contributors, it’s clear that GStyle can hold his own with his vicious flow especially since there’s no features on the tape. Keep an eye out for the upcoming rapper who looks to continue making some big waves this year. Stream above.
New Music: YFP – On God
757 Hip-Hop artist YFP (fka Young FP) has been quiet on the scene lately as he relocated from Va Beach, Virginia to Orlando, Florida to create new music. Today he breaks silence with a new upbeat vibe staying true to his sound, but up a notch.
While in Florida, YFP spent a vast majority of his time recording in YMCMB’s studio on his forthcoming effort, Freshest of the Year, slated for release this Summer.
FP is currently still in FL working on new material, but in the meantime, listen below to his latest drop, On God.
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Benny Wave – Long Time
The Bronx native is working on his Debut EP, titled “Benny from tHe BRONX” No release date yet, but it’s coming out very dope. trust me, I heard it. Before it releases, You want to get familiar with this Artist and all of his masterful offerings. Make sure you check out the new flames “LONG TIME” presented by @worldseriesmg The Bronx Rapper has an ear for production and a flow that causes envy. he has been in conversations with indie label world series music group, for a few months now. Cosigned by the streets, they finally reached an agreement. Make sure you pay attention to his Growth!
Turtle No Joke – Long Story Short [Mixtape]
Long Story Short gives you first hand insight into Turtle No Joke’s childhood and daily life on the Inland Empire (I.E.) streets of Rialto California. You will be taken on a journey where those that have made it to age 18 and beyond without being shot, killed, and/or incarcerated are deemed lucky. Much like it’s Compton and South Central Los Angeles neighbors, the I.E. is riddled with prostitution, drugs, and gang violence that make every day life a small victory. Turtle takes you on a very personal journey of his youth years growing up as the ‘Man of the House’ to the murder of his Best friend and Cousin. This street album will mark the official introduction of Turtle No Joke as a new upcoming force in indie Rap music.
Turtle No Joke is an American Rap artist from Rialto California. Turtle is currently signed to B.O.W. Entertainment, an independent record label co-founded by Hip-Hop duo Audio Push. In 2012, Turtle No Joke released his debut mix-tape “Once Upon A Swisher.” Since Turtle No Joke has been featured on songs like “BOW Boyz,” Audio Push’s hit mix-tape “The Good Vibe Tribe,” to songs like Hit-Boy’s “Christmas ‘n Cali” all while refining his craft and preparing to re-introduce himself. Over the past year Turtle has been in the studio recording his autobiographical street album Long Story Short, which features producers and artist like Hit-Boy, RJ, S-Dot, Audio Push, Pomona Pimpin’ Young, Bandz, and Preston Harris.
Keysha Freshh – Boogie Flats
Canadian born femcee Keysha Freshh shares an old school hip-hop vibe in the form of “Boogie Flats.” The melodic song takes you back to the 90’s era while still remaining fresh and current. “Boogie Flats” is a hip-hop vet’s dream as it delivers a sense of nostalgia and paints a vivid picture of the hip-hop culture to a younger audience.
“Boogie Flats” is a preview off her forthcoming project In Samadhi, the rapper’s sixth studio album. The project will be produced by BriskInTheHouse in its entirety. Although no official release date for In Samadhi has been announced, it is projected for release within the next few months, so stay tuned!
Micah Wise II – Willpower (Video)
The up and coming artist/producer MWII (Micah Wise II) originally from Cincinnati, OH now based in Chicago, IL exposes his inner struggles in his self-directed film “Willpower”. The film captivates the emotional trials and tribulations of Wise’s journey to gain riches. The self-produced record is off Wise’s solo-debut “In The Midst Of It All” available for stream on Soundcloud. Stay tuned for the “Everything Wise” EP series Wise is prepping in Los Angeles, CA.
