MRG Taps Chow Lee For 'Chanclas 2'
Though fall is officially upon us, MRG taps Chow Lee to breathe new life into "Chanclas", a standout summer record from his latest album It's MRG Not Mr. G. Released today (10/3/2025) on all digital streaming platforms via EMPIRE, "Chanclas 2" adds a verse from the Long Island native and sexy drill pioneer, fresh off tour with Cash Cobain. Produced by one of the sexy drill movement's co-pioneers, WhoJiggi (known for his work on Cobain and Bay Swag's hit “FIsherr”), "Chanclas
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Kaleb Blackwolf: A Rising Star on the Field
When you watch Kaleb Blackwolf play, you’re not just seeing a young athlete—you’re witnessing a story in the making. As a running back and f
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Eyal Erlich: Four Songs (Indie, 2025)
All in All – Jenny – Already In – I Wish I Knew. Four tracks, four little case studies in how a singer-songwriter balances wounded poetics w
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Theithei Luithui: A Voice of Tradition and Change
Meet Theithei Luithui, a contemporary Tangkhul singer, songwriter, and composer whose music is a soulful journey through the landscapes, history, and folklore of her people. With deeply poetic lyrics that range from themes of love, solitude, and resilience, to environmental consciousness and the beauty of ordinary life, Theithei's work speaks to the heart and mind
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Double G's Journey from Baltimore Underdog to Hip-Hop Heavyweight
If you're not already bumpin’ Double G, it’s time to fix that. Straight outta Baltimore, this rising hip-hop artist isn’t just making music—he’s crafting movements. With a sound that mixes raw emotion, gritty storytelling, and a laser-sharp focus on inspiring others, Double G is the kind of artist you don’t just listen to—you feel.
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Blueberry Cupcakes: A Delicious Twist with a Meaningful Mission
Born from the ashes of auto-tuned apathy, The Blueberry Cupcakes are a five-piece sonic rebellion on a mission to bring rock and roll back to its rebellious roots. Formed in 2021, this Kolkata-based band is all about making music that’s loud, meaningful, and unapologetically bold. Their songs aren’t just for listening—they’re battle cries against the world’s injustices, from love and loss to the fight for social change.
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Breaking Barriers in Music: The Visionary Soundscapes of Veer Mulraj
In a world where talent meets tenacity, Veer Mulraj is the perfect example of what happens when resilience and creativity collide. This Mumbai-based music composer, producer, and mix engineer isn’t just known for his innovative soundscapes—he’s also a fighter. Despite facing the challenges of partial blindness and sensorineural hearing loss, Veer continues to craft music that speaks volumes. Founder of VM Studios, he’s worked with major brands like MG Motors and Fab India, sc
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Reviving the Golden Era of Hip-Hop: Devine Carama and Amadeus360's Guardians of the Boom Bap
Emmy-winning Hip-Hop wordsmith Devine Carama has teamed up with heavyweight producer Amadeus360 to deliver a no-frills, all-flavor homage to the golden days of Hip-Hop. Their new collaborative album, Guardians of the Boom Bap, is a tightly packed punch of pure Boom Bap energy—an ode to the era when it was all about beats, bars, and authenticity.
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Cliff & Susan’s “West Virginia” Is a Cinematic Breakup Ballad with Classic Country Roots and Modern Heart
Country music has always thrived on departures. A car pulling out of a gravel driveway, a suitcase by the door, a love too fragile to last. On their new single “West Virginia,” Arkansas duo Cliff & Susan take that well-worn theme and inject it with a quiet, reflective power that hits harder than most arena-sized heartbreak anthems.
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Robert Ross Raises a Red Solo Cup and a Salute to the Working Class on “People Like Me”
In an era where the lines between pop-country and roots music continue to blur, Robert Ross arrives with a message rooted in grit and unshakable pride. His new single, “People Like Me,” released May 16 via MTS Records, is more than just a blue-collar drinking song. It’s a mission statement, a character sketch, and a celebration of the American everyman, all wrapped up in a boot-stomping, barroom-ready anthem.
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GSimone to Release “Celebrate Our Lives – DJ Edition” on June 12, 2025
New York, NY — Music industry legend and Hip Hop culture pioneer GSimone is set to release her new album, “Celebrate Our Lives – DJ Edition,
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Bernadett Nyari’s “Radiance” Is a Luminous Violin Reverie That Refuses to Rush
On “Radiance,” Bernadett Nyari doesn’t just play her violin—she speaks with it. And what she says is quiet, powerful, and hauntingly beautiful.
Drawn from her new album Heart of Diamonds, the Miami-based, Budapest-born virtuoso delivers a track that feels more like a sonic meditation than a performance. The four-minute instrumental swells slowly, built not on fireworks or bravado but on something far rarer in today’s sound-saturated world—patience.
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DPB Drops “American Strong”: A Holy Anthem for the People, by the People
Christian hip-hop vet DPB (David Paul Brooks) steps back in the booth and steps up for the culture with “American Strong,” a bold, unapologetic anthem that preaches unity, power, and faith over a banging beat. But make no mistake—this ain't just Sunday service. This is soul food for the streets, scripture for the speakers, and motivation for a nation on edge.
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Delano: Houston’s R&B Powerhouse Poised for the Global Stage
There’s something special brewing in Houston—and his name is Delano. If you haven’t already tapped in, now’s the time. A true triple threat—singer, songwriter, and producer—Delano is redefining what it means to be an independent artist in the R&B space. With his unique blend of vulnerability, vibe, and vision, he’s emerging as one of the most compelling voices in the genre today.
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Martone and Intelligent Diva Dance Through the Wreckage in “Too Bad, So Sad”
There is a moment in every unraveling love story when the mirror stares back, unapologetic, and all the noise—the excuses, the apologies, the promises—collapses into one unshakable truth: it is over. That is the moment Martone captures in “Too Bad, So Sad,” his latest sonic confessional featuring the ever-fierce Intelligent Diva. But this is not a torch song lit with sorrow. It is a neon flare shot from the wreckage, with a beat that will not let you sit still and a message t
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Artist Spotlight: Tyler Herwig — Healing Through Honesty, One Song at a Time
For Tyler Herwig, music isn’t just an outlet—it’s a lifeline. A seasoned songwriter with over 15 years of experience, Tyler's true emergence as an independent artist began five years ago, during a pivotal moment in his life: getting sober. “After hitting rock bottom in my battle with addiction, I started truly writing for myself—for healing,” he shares. What began as personal therapy evolved into a powerful career rooted in truth, vulnerability, and redemption.
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Embracing Positivity: Lessons from J French's "I Don't Believe in Bad Days" album
J French's "I Don't Believe in Bad Days": A Shoutout to Staying Strong and Positive
Oklahoma City rapper and multi-talented musician J French is known for bringing soul into hip-hop. After dropping his 2023 album All Love, he's back with his new project, I Don't Believe in Bad Days, released in 2025. This album keeps up his style of mixing deep lyrics with feel-good tunes, taking listeners on a journey from tough times to hope.
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Jeremy Parsons Digs Deep in “The Garden” — A Song for the Soul Survivors
Jeremy Parsons isn’t chasing trends. He’s not dialing into pop algorithms or sonic gimmicks.
What he is doing — with unapologetic heart and haunting honesty — is writing the kind of song that pulls your spine straight and your heart wide open. “The Garden” is Parsons at his most unfiltered, a rootsy meditation on memory, mental health, and the sacred dirt we all come from.
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