Conrank initially emerged on the scene as a beat boxer in London, and after touring Europe with a fellow beat-boxer, he found himself producing tracks. Conrank joins the Bassrush and Insomniac Records crew having amassed an impressive background of work with major acts like G Jones, Bleep Bloop, Yheti and DJ Shadow. After spending years as a globe-trotting musician, including an eight-year residency in Shanghai, Conrank settled in Los Angeles, CA earlier this year. His repertoire includes releases on Saturate Records, Wakaan and Circus Records, as well as a pivotal performance alongside Skrillex on the OWSLA hosted “Boiler Room-Asia” in 2016. The Big Smoke Beat Tape comes as a second release on Bassrush Records, having dropped his four-track EP, 4 Letter Future, in March 2017.
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Mista Mo Ft. Ralo & Young Greatness – Lemonade
Next up, out of Jacksonville, FL, is Blu Money Ent. founder Mista Mo. Just like many artists, there’s a crucial point over the course of their career when they transcend to the next level. For Mista Mo, this moment was after he finished a five year prison sentence and came home with a newfound sense of determination. Having already captivated listeners earlier this year with his single “Ever Ever”, Mista Mo keeps the pedal to the floor with his latest release. Featuring Ralo, who recently released his Ralo LaFlare mixtape hosted by Gucci Mane, as well as Young Greatness, who is most well known for his hit single “Moolah”, Mista Mo’s new single “Lemonade” finds the three artists coming together to create a new heater. Not only will Mo’s latest work beat the breaks off your favorite stereo, but the streets will devour the new sounds, leaving plenty anticipation of what’s to come from Mista Mo.
Juman Jorgiano – “How We Came”
Rapper Juman Jorgiano drops video for his new song “How We Came” off his mixtape Just Cuz. The video is captured with a purple tint and pictures Juman rapping and smoking with dark shades, cash and his shooters. The tape released on Spinrilla on August 23, and debuted along with the video for his song, “Fuckin With Me.” After his continued beef with Young Gleesh, Jorgiano moves past the drama with a focus on his new music. Check out this new short video to get the fans ready for more releases.
Fly Ty – No Pressure
Fly Ty has been unstoppable of late thanks to the many hates he wears. Currently tagged as the executive producer of music for Fox’s hit show Empire, Ty is also an A&R Consultant for Sony/Columbia Records. Additionally, Fly Ty recently unloaded his monstrous hit single “Large Bag” with Offset and Jadakiss (listen via Complex) and now he’s back yet again with another club banger. Produced by Murrille, Fly Ty feeds the masses with “No Pressure” — an upbeat, confident, swanky track that embodies the life of the Against Da Grain Inc. CEO. There is truly no pressure that will prevent Fly Ty from dominating in every avenue and when you press play that very sentiment is completely reinforced. Expect Ty to dominate for months to come as he continues to rack up win after win.
FDF – Flick Me Up
FDF, properly known as Forever Different Family, is a dynamic trio that consists of dynamic artists Flex Mason, Skeeno, and Bopster. Built for anything, Flex Mason is a former soldier that brings street appeal to the crew while also providing melodic hooks and a unique lyrical flare seemingly effortlessly. The other members of FDF, Skeeno and Bopster, are brothers that grew up in the South Side of Chicago, which molded them into edgy artists influenced by the unforgiving streets in Englewood. When fused together, FDF’s unique traits turn them into a powerhouse with a knack for making undeniable music. With their newest single out now via Empire, FDF has harnessed the power of social media as they introduce themselves to the world with “Flick Me Up.” Building off their reputation in the streets, FDF’s new single now comes equipped with an official music video that finds them not only flexing their luxury whips, but their indisputable chemistry and charisma as well.
Purchase/stream “Flick Me Up” here: https://empire.lnk.to/FlickMeUp
J. Long The Entertainer – ‘Promoters Talk’
Coined as the “Diddy of The South” by those that know him, promoter/entertainer J. Long is an entity unto himself. Originally starting at the age of 15, J. Long got his first gig in the music industry promoting events in high school and throwing parties as the popular kid in school. Ever since then he’s been known as the man on campus with all the info on parties, concerts and any other type of function.
“I’ve been involved with promoting and music since I was a kid. I was pretty popular in high school throwing parties at 15/16 years old, then I went to college and kept it going.” J Long explained.
From high school, J. Long pursued an economics degree at Florida A&M University where he continued to be active on the local entertainment scene throwing parties and bringing acts out for his fellow students to enjoy.
“I was always into the entertainment business, being a host and hype-man, I was always in tune with what was going on,” he said.
Now with a degree in hand and a Diddy-like energy thats seemingly unparalleled at this day and time, J. Long is taking his show on the road and promoting his newest project Promoters Talk. On the project he hopes to give listeners an alternative view on the music game from the promoter’s side.
“Promoters Talk is a project I’m very excited about, it expresses who I am and it also gives a look from another angle. We always get the game and life from rappers, so this is from the promoter’s standpoint. You gonna hear something soulful, something vibrant and in general inspirational. You can pop that project in and grab some wisdom and feel better, this is that motivation music.”
Along with the project J. Long has touched down in host of cities as part of his From the City to the Back Woods Tour. Landing in Albany, GA, Orlando, Tampa, Lawtey, Chiefland, Ocala, Jacksonville, Cross City, Lakecity and Ormond Beach in Florida for show, J Long is making plays night after night. As part of the tour, J Long has been on the road with artists like NBA Youngboy, Blac Youngsta and he hosted and coordinated the afterparty for Future’s Tampa, FL show.
“From the City to the Backwoods Tour is a tour that I orchestrated with like 15 dates and cities that are often forgotten in the backwoods. This Backwoods tour is inverted and we focus on the smaller cites. We wanted to bring the big city show to the country. These are fans that last forever and I wanted to really bring it to the people and make sure that we recognize the people that are forgotten.”
Continuing through mid-November, J. Long is adding more tour dates and has also included a major stop at the FAMU Homecoming. In addition he’s also booked for Orlando’s Classic weekend at the Orlando Fair Grounds and the Riding Big Car Show.
FREEWIFI Ft. $teven Cannon – Salsa
With infectious singles “Ego” and “Throw It” already under their belt and in rotation, the trio properly known as FREEWIFI returns to the forefront as they team up with $teven Cannon of Low Gang for their latest single “Salsa.” The new single continues to showcase FREEWIFI’s ability to impress lyrically over a range of sounds, further shaping the direction the group is going. Tailored by Los Angeles beatsmith Angelo Bombay, “Salsa” finds Tha Rift, J. Plaza, and Daddy Dinero trading verses over the undeniable production for a track that will be hard to take off repeat.
