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YGG Tay – YGG 3 (EP)

Baltimore native YGG Tay returns today with his latest project YGG 3 — a concise, straightforward EP that has him flexing his talents once again as he continues to unload top-notch products. Along with the release of his new EP, YGG Tay also accompanies the project with an official video for the Trauma Tone-produced single “War.” The grim, unabashed single is just one of the standouts that Tay delivers throughout the EP, setting the tone for the entire effort. If one thing is absolutely clear, it’s that Tay is able to create a soundtrack for all the Young Go Getters hustling in the streets.

Stream/purchase the YGG 3 EP here: http://smarturl.it/YGG3

Will Wes – Call It All (Video)

Louisiana rapper Will Wes cleverly and fittingly cultivated his own brand moniker of hip-hop known as trap/pop. While he wears ear gauges and has visible tattoos scribbled across his face and neck, it’s his extreme musical dexterity to switch between tones and genres with seamless precision that makes him a star stand out.

This phenom of a talent is signed to WAE Entertainment, Will perfectly marries sound and substance, which has often drawn comparisons to Kendrick Lamar, Tory Lanez and Travis Scott however, by creating such imaginative genre blends, he subsequently carved out his own lane. There’s a finesse in his wordplay, a vibrant bounce in the beats he chooses, a rich character in each composition. Will has been blowing minds on the underground music scene for years with nothing more than a youthful dream and a relentless passion for pushing the culture forward. One of the few artists that isn’t afraid to take chances by delivering traditional rap in an authentic way while also incorporating a contemporary vision, the prolific wordsmith is ready for the mainstream to catch up.

On the chill yet upbeat single “Call It All,” which has the power to resonate with diverse audiences, Will sets the bar high for the rest of the emerging rap set. The record is bouncy with snappy rhythms that create a mood through the lyrics and production making it a certified classic. The accompanying video for the track further displays what a truly unique talent Will is being that he is both artistic and entertaining. It shows off his chameleonic versatility, raw energy and punk swagger. “Call It All,” reveals an artist on the verge of career greatness who’s swiftly transitioning from underdog to unstoppable.

D. Cross – “Watch Out” Ft Boosie Bad Azz

Using his wit and word play, up and coming rapper D. Cross is breaking onto the Vegas rap scene with his new project Both Sides of the Fence. Pulling out a few big features from Boosie, Sauce Walka Rugar Rico and others, D. Cross combines it all with dope production for a big project Vegas can get behind.

Despite a somewhat limited underground scene, D. Cross has quickly made a name for himself in the city of bright lights by offering Hip-Hop fans real knowledge in the game of life and the streets.

Starting from humble beginnings, D. Cross hustled his way to a small fortune on the Hip-Hip scene in Vegas where support for local rappers and Hip-Hop in general is limited due to the politics of the big venues and Las Vegas’ superstar nightlife. .

“Indie artists have to find their own way and direction. I got started just being surrounded by rappers and I was into dance when I was young. As I got older I picked up on music, I started playing with it and I eventually got better,” D Cross explained.

But while his career was just taking off D. Cross learned the hard way that when you are successful jealousy and envy follow.

“There were people that I thought were solid and they ended up betraying me. I helped people out ten-fold and I noticed if you become somebody’s crutch, they will still use you even when the doctor says they can walk. I put those kinds of stories in my music and I think people will relate to that,” he explained.

While there have been a few rappers to break out on the Vegas scene over the past few years, their market is still wide open.

“There’s a bunch of rap in Vegas that was basically story telling and we didn’t really have anyone that was popular. There’s really no Hip-Hop scene out here due to the politics, so I had no direction. Then I started working with some rappers that are bigger outside of my city and it all started to make sense.”

That was just the case when D. Cross linked up with Boosie Bad Azz after he brought the legendary Baton Rouge, Louisiana rapper out to Las Vegas for a big time show.

“I was dealing with a promoter after I did an album release party there that ended up bringing about 700 people out. From there he connected me with Boosie and we booked him for a show,” D. Cross explained. “Once we did that show, we left the club and went to my studio and recorded a song. He was a real dude and I’ve met a lot of stars being in Vegas, but he was honestly the realest dude, he was just cool. He did a verse and the video and then after that he took me on tour in Texas, then to Miami and a few other places.”

D. Cross looks to continue that positive motion with the release of his project and the single featuring Boosie Bad Azz called, “Watch Out.”

VL Deck Ft. 21 Savage – Stash It

Duct Tape Entertainment artist VL Deck returns with a new single titled “Stash It” featuring 21 Savage. The Section 8 rapper has been on a tear as of late, collaborating with the likes of Ralo, Young Scooter, and NBA Youngboy, but today we receive his 21 Savage collaboration. “Stash It” finds VL Deck turning things up from the start with his raspy flow, while 21 Savage jumps in for the second verse to slaughter the knocking production like he only knows how.

Stream/purchase “Stash It” here: http://smarturl.it/StashIt

RockHouse Loyalty – Hands Dirty (Video)

Representing RockHouse Loyalty, Nev is back with a new hard-hitting single titled “Hands Dirty.” Equipped with an official visual, Nev comes with a flow hard as concrete over production that you’ll be able to hear from a block away. “Hands Dirty” showcases Nev’s tenacious demeanor and provides motivation for anyone trying to make a come up. Hit play and enjoy.

DJ QuinnRaynor Ft. Kia Shine & Ali Da G – My City

Coming straight outta Memphis, TN, the home of the blues, DJ/producer DJ QuinnRaynor has stamped himself as a premiere DJ in the Mid-South music scene. Known for his knack to find the hottest content out of Memphis, DJ QuinnRaynor has consistently introduced the world to talent bred in his hometown and surrounding areas. As a tour DJ, Raynor has worked with Snootie Wild, Money Man, and Finese 2Tymes.

“My City” is DJ QuinnRaynor’s first release. Featuring Grammy nominated Memphian Kia Shine and the soulful Ali Da G, “My City” is DJ QuinnRaynor’s attempt to show the world what’s truly going on in cities like Memphis.

“Snap initially made the beat for Finese 2Tymes” says DJ QuinnRaynor. “Just to be real, it was a situation that went down in Jackson, MS with this club owner down there…” Raynor continues. “Long story short, Finese didn’t show up for a show and the club owner tried to kidnap me. The whole situation was crazy!” explains Raynor.

After learning of the attempted kidnapping incident, Ali Da G, a close business partner of DJ QuinnRaynor, felt compelled to get DJ QuinnRaynor to shift his career in a different direction. “I felt that Quinn should tell his story and create change by releasing a song based on the reality of Memphis” says Ali Da G. Ali Da G then penned “My City” and producer Snap Da Truph reached out to Memphis rap legend Kia Shine.