“I almost thought I was listening to Pusha T when this track came on. Distinctive vocal timbre and tone. Techno, trap fused production. This song just sounds big. Witty bars similar to those of great arrangers like Kanye West. I could hear this song on a G.O.O.D Music compilation. This song is polished and well put together all the way down to the post production. ”
“Consciousness over a beat. The artist lay down lyrical law while not wasting a single bar on nonsense. These guys speak to your mental and of mental elevation but in a cool way to where it doesn’t feel preachy. The sample adds the extra zing the track needs to make it a track you can just turn on and vibe to. Each artist compliments the other and contributes to the overall chill flow of “Eyes Wide”.”
“The timbre of this artist vocal tone cuts right through the production and dances across the beat. Trap kicks and snares banging out while leaving enough room for the artist to do his thing. Then boom, the unexpected beat change. Although the artist doesn’t change his cadence, he still finds a way to deliver an energetic delivery in his monotone vocal style. ”
“Powerful bars with a powerful message. Motivation music. The production is big and gives movie soundtrack feels. Ashes 5thborn is the epitome of “Say it with your chest”. The Regge sample in the back adds even more depth to this mentally stimulating jam. ”
“Now this is different. When you think UK Hip-Hop, you think of drill. Jordz stepped into his lyrical bag and delivers a banger. Monotone vocal tone but with an undertone of aggression. No bars wasted. The beat is simple and melodic but leaves just enough room for the artist to dance all over it. Overall great listen.”
“Love has never been consistent. We fall in and out of it but we often wonder is it still there to come back to. Tahdig delivers a chill yet sad rap song about wondering where some heart is. The beat is steady creating a Hip-Hop vibe.”
“Life is about ups and downs. Muncy tells his story in an epic yet conscious delivery. He talks about how life has tore him down but he still found his own path. The beat is quick yet energetic. ”
“You ever jump in the car and get lost in the drive itself and before you know it you zoned all the way out and drove to Utah from Brooklyn? Well that’s what this feels like. R.D.P is hypnotic, raw and just good in the type of way you can’t quite explain. ”
“YGM delivers a menacing hype anthem that lets you into his world of mayhem. It’s fly, its mean and its raw... and sometimes that all you need. ”
“$loMoneyXL has us riding on his wave with the hypnotic Waldo. Smooth yet aggressive this is one of those records that just feels like the drive with your friends before the function. With its infectious hook $lo has the soundtrack to your next ATM withdrawl.”
“We have featured WACHO! before and this talented artist is back with, ‘In Case You Wonder.’ The lyrical groove pairs nicely with a melodic groove and rhythmic beat that instills an easy groove. This Argentinian now calls Fort Worth, Texas home and as a Texan myself I appreciate the diverse musical talent that calls North Texas home. You will too once you add this vibe to your own playlists.”
“Connecticut might not be the most common place for a Hip Hop artist to merge from, but Cruzz is certainly putting out notice that quality rappers can come from anywhere. His lyrical aptitude and smooth easy delivery combine to create ‘Going Up,’ a track that is all about vibe and confidence.
The flow allows the writing to shine, and the arrangement lets the emotions land with a deliberate force that many so-called hard-edged tracks, fail to achieve. Make no mistake this track has punch, it just happens to deliver it with unnecessary bluster or the false bravado that so many other tracks rely on to get their intent across.”
“This track from Mati is exactly what the title says it is — ‘Life Notes.’ Delivered in a smooth easy groove about the ebbs and flows of life and the emotions we all deal with on a day to day basis the track simply hits.
I’m tempted to call this easy listening Hip-Hop, but only because it is delivered in a calm, steady flow that is easy to fall in on. Some might confuse the term easy-listening for boring elevator music, but this track is anything but boring. It is real and genuine and speaks straight to the human condition. ”
“When Killa Kid comes in with his flow the passion, anger, intensity, and confidence all land with a deliberate force to fully impact the listener. The backing vocals set up those emotions well on this track about keeping it real when those who once talked shit and hated on your dream come slithering out once you find success as if they’ve been there by your side all along.
’Don’t Do That’ holds this brand of coward accountable for their BS and the intensity of the delivery will have you feeling it deep inside your chest.”
“Most of us have had to hit pause and wonder out loud ... “Maybe I’m Too High,” ourselves at some point in our life. This track is the soundtrack for all those moments. The delivery hits with solid timing and an emotive tone but this really is like a conversation with a friend when both of you are just a little bit, or maybe a lot of bit, messed up. A fun track for fun times. ”
“Brody Brown drops this up-tempo track that settles into a melodic groove right from the start. ‘Eyes On Me’ delivers a hypnotic flow and a memorable hook that holds the listener’s attention. The production and video are both clean and tight and match the smooth ride of the song itself. I was left wanting more which is always the earmark of an entertaining and engaging track.”
“TFM King P is repping the Midwest with his sound and energy. This St Louis rapper is hitting us with that ‘Ouuuu.’
Inspired by Instagram Influencers on this track, he unleashes this rapid flow with precision and a confident wit that sells the track well. Riding an infectious Trap beat and varying flow the track stays out of the steady staccato cadence that dooms so many Trap tracks to sounding exactly the same. If this track doesn’t get you moving I fear nothing will.”
“Regular readers of these reviews are no stranger to San Diego Pop star Estella Dawn, as we have featured a handful of tracks from this rising talent. ‘Just Me’ is but the latest in a strong repertoire of songs. Utilizing two different vocal flows that play off each other and help bring out the emotions this track showcases the versatility of Dawn’s talent.
The vibe is sultry defiance and the emotions range from anger to determined resolve and all of it is performed with a genuine honesty and openness that many artists struggle to find.”
“Riding a beat and groove that soars and uplifts all on tis own, Rah-C layers in a passionate energetic flow that sweeps you into the saga that is this track. This is a hype track that will motivate and push you so a perfect add to a workout playlist or any other that you need to get you up and taking on the world. The writing is nuanced enough to give you new takes through multiple listens and keep you intrigued.”
“People change and the best ones grow and learn from their past mistakes. This track is about being that new person and reflecting on a prior relationship. My only critique is that I wanted more and the song was over far too soon.
Blending a Hip-Hop vibe and a smooth R& B type groove the talent shines and pulls in the listener quickly and easily. ”