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Ivysound – I Need You (Single)


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Earlier this year, South Florida’s Ivysound delivered us a poetic tale of a struggling relationship titled “Insecure” that was captivating to say the least. Now he’s returned with his new record “I Need You” that’s exuberant and heartfelt. It’s a song that breathes wonders of being in love and how beautiful it can be. The South Florida artist puts together a record that’s feels like a warm hug that you’d never want to let go of. A record that truly expresses deep emotions for his newly wedded wife. 

When it comes to his lyricism, he’s at his best here. From having witty bars and acrobatic flows, Ivysound doesn’t fall out of pocket. While he delivers stellar verses that are nonetheless potent, it will be a disservice to not mention his production. Coming in with a looped sample that’s impossible to resist its sensation, the production on “I Need You” embodies the beauty of simplicity. 

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“I Need You” is a pure sense of romanticism that’s without joyous. After your first listen it’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face and wanting more. Truly Remarkable.

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seeyousoon – VIDÉ (Album)

Central Florida’s Seeyousoon have been building great momentum with their latest releases. Although, 2020 has been a strange year for most of us, seeyousoon’s music has kept us afloat and have delivered some of the best music that’s came out this year. Now with great anticipation, they have at last released their full-length debut project, VIDÉ. Their debut album is cohesive where it resembles a great playlist introducing new worlds and sounds. Featuring 14 monstrous tracks where each member is acrobatic with their flows and voices. Each song is different from the next giving each member a moment to shine. It’s also important to notice how each member compliments one another showing no sense of incompatibility. 

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VIDÉ gives a variety of grooves that are irresistible. Blending genres of music from Hip-Hop, House, R&B & POP, they create a new sound that’s refreshing and intoxicating. It’s without a doubt seamless and nothing but a joy ride. Seeyousoon maybe truly limitless, proving to be a mega-house of artists who deliver prestigious rhymes and vocality.

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Kaelin Ellis & Lupe Fiasco – HOUSE (EP)

It was just a matter of time until legendary Chicago artist, Lupe Fiasco decided to collaborate with Orlando producer Kaelin Ellis to make a 5 song EP. The EP came to be by chance. On May 5th, Lupe was tagged on Twitter in the replies of a Tweet from Kaelin Ellis, a rising producer who had been posting clips of himself creating beats in Quaratine. Catching Lupe’s attention, he recorded himself free-styling over Kaelin’s “Swim” beat that was also featured on his latest project MOMENTS. After that surprise freestyle, they’re collaborative EP, HOUSE was born.

HOUSE is truly a breath of fresh air where new worlds are created. Ambitious and abstract as the project is, this was a collaboration that we didn’t know we needed. Kaelin Ellis crafts together lush atmospheres and rich soundscapes where Lupe can freely speak his mind. On “Sledom”, Lupe relates the applications of modeling to fast food and trafficking. He attempts to show how we rarely think about how we model our bodies to sell product or even ourselves. Fiasco free flows throughout this whole project. There’s moments where it feels like he’s speaking from his diary but his sharp lyricism makes it so potent.

Lupe Fiasco & Kaelin Ellis are a perfect collaboration that I hope to see more of in the future. The HOUSE EP is a mere glimpse of what these two great artists can do.

Kaelin Ellis & Lupe Fiasco – HOUSE (EP)

seeyousoon – Shut Up (Music Video)

Seeyousoon continue to push the threshold with their versatility, creating new spaces and atmospheres with their unorthodox and out-of-the box style of music. So far they’ve showcase their skillsets of stepping into different worlds of sound. “ICFWT” was more of downtempo record that felt cerebral while “Blue Chord” was vibrant and exciting. This group comprised of singers, rappers, and producers have easily crept into one of my favorite up and coming artists of the year.

Their new song, “Shut Up” is aggressive with a right in your face attitude. It’s unapologetic, confident and exhilarating. Luke Summers, Mitch, and Dre drop ruthless verses that are cut-throat and slick while saving Drex to deliver a few bars that come off monstrous and cutting edge. “Shut Up” shows fearsome side of seeyousoon that we haven’t seen before. Every time seeyousoon comes with a different sound and different style that make them distinctive.

Their upcoming album VIDÉ drops July 31st, be sure to be on the lookout for that.

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LrkChronicle – You’re Safe Here (EP)

Jacksonville’s LrkChronicle at last releases his latest EP, You’re Safe Here. A project comprised of many layers and depth that reveal vulnerability. The Jacksonville artist laced together 7 songs that takes you into a journey of understanding what love is.

On his new EP, You’re Safe Here, LrkChronicle talks creating a safe haven for your partner. He says so himself in a statement about his EP:

“The journey through love is not a easy one but the pay off is worth it. You go through times of pure bliss and euphoria while often running into times of confusion . No road is clear and there are not any easy decisions. As long as you keep open dialogue with your significant other to assure them that this space you two have created is a safe haven anything is possible. You’re safe here.”

The Jacksonville artist creates a stunning piece of work that really sets him apart from his peers. The EP is comprised of so many genres that makes its hard to pinpoint him to just one or two. Each song is crafted with deep emotion where you feel traces of pain, happiness and hope. It’s driven with soul that’s undeniably a blissful listen. Lrk’s songwriting ability has grown and shows he’s artist with a purpose and who takes his art seriously. You can easily hear his influences as well. There’s a hint of J.Cole, Andre 3000, Kendrick Lamar and Childish Gambino.

Songs such as Bruce Wayne and “Back & Forth” shows struggles within a troubling a relationship. On “Vibez” he shows moments of building intimacy by bonding with one another, cherishing time with your partner.

You’re Safe Here is an example to have hope in finding love and not being afraid to go through hardships in the process. Be sure to listen this exceptional project that shows Lrk’s versatility as an artist and maturity. ‘

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Kaelin Ellis – MOMENTS (Instrumental Album)

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It has come to a time where producers are finally getting the recognition they deserve. Slowly but surely producers, musicians, and beatmakers are becoming stars, gaining almost the same amount of attention as rappers and singers. Kaelin Ellis from central Florida, is a musician who easily paints cavases with sound. Ellis is a multi-platinum producer with over 10+ years of experience and performance. He’s collaborated with some notable producers such as Kaytranada, Sango and many more.

Kaelin Ellis’s latest project, Moments features 12 tracks that feel like an escape from reality. Each song takes you into different worlds that welcome you with a warm embrace. “Joy” for example feels like summer that is complimented with a mother’s unconditional love. “Justice” has the perfect amount of swing and bounce that resembles the likes of the legendary, J-Dilla. Each song is different from the other giving you different combination of flavors for you to enjoy. He blends mixtures of lo-fi, electronic, hip hop and Afro-beats to create a sound that’s unique to him.

With 6-months in the making, Moments was created via his Twitter feed. Since then, the project has been polished together into this body of work. One particular track, “SWIM” caught the eye of Lupe Fiasco, who recorded a verse over the instrumental and shared it on his Twitter account.

Consequently, Moments pushes boundaries of sound that feels ahead of our time. Ellis puts together a musical composition that’s full of color and charm for everyone to enjoy. It’s safe to say these funky grooves are good for the soul. To listen to Moments, click here.

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lrkChronicle – Back & Forth (Feat. D-Mec)


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One of the key ways to becoming a great artist is to be consistent. Most upcoming artists start with a burning fire then become complacent, letting their fire dimmer over time. In some cases these artists become stagnant because they’re facing a creative block. However, as an artist you have to find ways to get through that. Jacksonville’s LrkChronicle does just that. Although he took a slight break, his latest single “Bruce Wayne” showed an immense amount of growth within his artistry and music. His new single, “Back & Forth” shows that consistency matters.

“Back & Forth” serves as second single for his upcoming EP. Lrk again, shows that he is an artist who is promising and growing. Produced by CYGN, “Back & Forth” is full of different textures that feel otherworldly. With that said, production is top notch. Over this well produced record, LrkChronicle opens up about a troubling relationship. As he laments about going back and forth with another, he loses his patience. Constantly facing verbal abuse & pain, the Jacksonville artist sees a relationship that needs to end. “If I’m your superman why you turned into doomsday”.

In addition to this eloquent and deep record, it features vocalist D-Mec. D-Mec sets the tone with his neo-soul vocals. He’s nonetheless emotional and moving, it goes without saying that he really makes this record shine. Both Lrk and D-Mec create a song that’s musical and full of depth.

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