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It’s one of the most distinctive sonic signatures in popular music: the irrepressible, excitable, otherworldly, laser-precise quality of Young Thug’s vocals. It’s been the motor of a long sequence of acclaimed

Los Musick and P.A.T. came up in Port Arthur, Texas and Opelousas, Louisiana respectively, but “My Friend Hip Hop” sounds like they grew up down the block from each other. Their almost-too-easy back-and-forth

“Real Music comes from the soul, and it comes from the South.” So says Snypa, a man who can’t seem to drop a single that doesn’t hit. That southern hip-hop sound and mentality runs in his blood, just as

Royalty is never bestowed through the accident of birth. Jameel Mason knows: real royalty is earned. It’s a matter of dignity, bearing, temperance, and wisdom. Queens walk among us every day, and it’s

Artistry is not only defined by the work one creates or the vision an artist has; it also encompasses the temperament and disposition they reveal. A person’s nature is often a disclosure to their deeper

The definition of success is subjective. Some people find it to be a lot of money and materialistic goods. And while having expensive items is a great sign of accomplishment, rapper Terry Milla holds a

Just like phases in life, musicians undergo different periods of their careers. This can be caused by life events, changes in creative sources, and general maturing. Formerly known as Kamilah Sumner, Hi

Royalty is a double-edged sword, especially in hip-hop. To the royals go the dollars, the accolades, the awards, and the instruments of power. But kings also shoulder great responsibility. A king needs

Money can’t buy happiness, but it can motivate you to live a better life! Metro-Atlanta rapper Frank Hugo knows what it’s like to have started from having nothing. Growing up poor, he remembers being four

Maribased1’s music is second to none, and that’s because he is on a mission to demonstrate that “Seattle music is real”- not hard to do, since the rapper’s universal sound sustains the weight of his city.

Twenty years of collaboration could cause separation and differences – or everlasting bonds. Dynamic duo Shaheed and Dj Supreme are the latter. They’re one of hip-hop’s most consistent groups by revitalizing

What would it mean to feel like a bank? Well, banks are landmark institutions; they’re often cornerstones of the cities they’re in. Banks are reliable – when we say we can bank on something, that means

When you have an entertainment portfolio that consists of numerous successful ventures, you have every right to flex (and we’re not talking about a subtle flex, you’re entitled to a shameless, bold flex).

Screen chemistry is a rare and valuable commodity, especially in music videos. Directors rarely have more than three minutes to establish a believable bond between the subjects they’re shooting. It helps

Criminal defendants are treated inadequately in the United States, defendants utilize everything within their power to hold their lives together while it’s constantly being pulled and torn apart by the

Right there, in the scalding second verse of “Live Forever,” his latest single, James Cole tells us that he raps like his life depends on it. He’s not exaggerating. The young vocalist delivers every word

When it comes to writing music, a lot of artists tend to pull from personal experiences. Often, it’s easier to draw from negative memories like a breakup or losing a loved one. Ty Breezzyy takes that approach

This August, she declared her independence with the uproarious, soulful, buoyant “In My Bag,” a duet with the like-minded R&B singer Dasia Gray. Today, the singer formerly known as Maxxy From The Trap

As an artist in today’s music industry, it’s easy to get sidetracked with superficial impulses. There’s so much bait along the way that staying focused can be minimized easily. ThaKayder knows this all

Folks love waving those racks: money, status, zero fucks given. All that’s been missing is a soundtrack for the act. Good news: Cincinnati’s GoodLook is looking out for all of us who are fanning out those