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YB returns with deluxe version of engaging album ‘Wings Of An Angel’

A short and punctual reflection on YB’s relationship with God up till now, Wings Of An Angel [Deluxe Version] is a beautiful 13 track record which highlights the life of YB and the success he’s been granted by his strength in faith.

Combining hyper focused storytelling with raw and catchy raps, YB deep dives into his drive to build a career while maintaining a deep and significant relationship with god. He expresses his graciousness across the whole album, yet never strays far from more relatable themes such as anxiety, family, and confidence. Rounding all of these ideas back to his faith, YB creates a complicated and heartfelt experience for the listener.

Hard, bouncy trap anthems like butterfly vibes 2 and hand of God freestyle are laced with cocky lines interchanged with phrases such as “whole wide world in his hands, lean on him like kickstands” and “just know I’m gonna die happy if I die out with the king proud.” The interesting juxtapositions in Wings of An Angel mold the atmosphere of the tape, surrounding the listener with YB’s ideals about how he wants to live life as a go getter who relies on religion as an outlet for motivation. Though, at its best moments the tape is entirely focused on YB’s past, and his ability to jump into prior perspectives.

On “Age 8 Freestyle” YB flashes back to childhood memories, contemplating on his early love for god and the dream he’s had since 8 years old. Exploring different insecurities like what other people think of him, his lack of a romantic relationship till after college, and complicated friendships, YB comes to terms with these weaknesses and regrets by finding strength in recovering from the past, moving forward, and making different choices that make him stand apart from the rest of the crowd.

Unforgettably, the production on this tape is refined and lends an attitude to each track. Heavy 808’s and drippy electronic synths can found throughout the entire tape, creating an ethereal setting for each of YB’s flows. While eclectic, the production is just as consistent. It never takes over the track, but never stands in the back letting itself be overwhelmed by YB’s voice. From front to back, Wings Of An Angel is a beautiful experience intertwined with catchy pop laced choruses which never overstay their due.

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Heem Da Dream drops infectious new track “FEELS”

By Damilola Grey

Heem Da Dream has shared a new single called “FEELS”, after the release of his highly anticipated mixtape “Cosmic Hotel”, which showed off his versatility. From the drill tracks like “Sunkiss”, to hard-hitting songs like “The Wait”, which featured fellow Rap Villains Nick Straight and Alley Rocket, to the more melodic tracks like “Moneyz”– he showed he could do it all on the tape. He has now blessed us with another single, titled “FEELS.”


The 2-minute drill track sees the New Jersey native maintain his hard-hitting delivery while adding a melodic vibe to it. “FEELS” sees Heem Da Dream talk about his love for beautiful women. He doesn’t address a particular woman but just uses the track to appreciate all of the beautiful shawties. Heem also drops a couple punchlines towards the
ending. The amazing high up-tempo production was handled by Burcci.


“FEELS” is a geechie, vibey, feel-good song which can be played everywhere- with gang or fam, with a lady or even by yourself. Just an amazing track which shows us more of Heem’s growth as an artist as
well as his versatility.


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Butta The Preacher returns with new single “CRAZY ABOUT GOD”

By Todd Anderson

Butta The Preacher has shared a new single called “Crazy About God.” Just within 2 days of the new release, he ranked at the top of the global music charts with the single featuring Shallon Tore’ and multi award winning recording artist Emcee N.I.C.E. Butta The Preacher is a native from Gary, Indiana whose engaging, powerful sound has been capturing the ears of many listeners of late.

“Crazy About God” contains uplifting production and commanding, absorbing vocals that find the emcees as sharp as ever on the mic. An inspiring, vibrant track that finds the artists expressing their love for God, “Crazy About God” makes for an engaging, infectious new offering.

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MiG Arogan brings fiery energy on “I Got it Girl”

By Todd Anderson

Born in the capital city of Port Au Prince, Haiti, MiG Arogan grew up in a very Hip-Hop-influenced household. He started showing interest in the music industry at a very young age. As he grew older, this interest developed into a passion and he pursued it further and started writing his verses.

MiG released his first ever mixtape “Bo Kotem Pa Paradi” in 2012. The mixtape was well received by the public and put MiG is one of the top 3 Haitian American artists.

The success of “Bo Kotem Pa Paradi” showed MiG that he had a lot of potential. So, he decided to move to the USA to pursue his passion. After shifting to New York in 2013, he worked on becoming a well known artist in the States. Over the past decade, Mig has released many hit singles like “Addicted To Money”, “I Got It Girl” and “Ice Cream”. “I Got It Girl” MiG’s previous release this year has accumulated over 1M views on YouTube . The single is infectious and powerful, containing hard-hitting production and commanding, versatile vocals from Arogan. The music video enhances the song’s driving, electrifying energy and makes for a cohesive accompaniment, giving the song added replay value.

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Morgan Pirtle delivers refreshing single “TS4L”

Chicago-based artist Morgan Pirtle has shared a refreshing new single called “TS4L.” She grew up surrounded by the sounds of Ella Fitzgerald and Carole King, which inspired her to eventually pursue a degree in Vocal Jazz. Her in-depth studies of the genre inspired her to naturally blend jazz with other contemporary influences, painting ethereal and impactful soundscapes with her music. Pirtle’s latest single captures her poignant, sharp songwriting and vivid sound through its engaging mixture of jazz, alt-pop, R&B, and more.

“TS4L” contains vibrant instrumentation from accomplished producer Aaron Day centred around immersive, warm synths, crisp, grooving percussion, and rich bass. Vocally, Pirtle steals the show with silky melodies that draw the listener deeply into the song’s immersive atmosphere. Topically, “TS4L” dives into a world of quickly fleeting lust and the search to define oneself, making it a relatable listen for many.

The latest from Chicago’s Morgan Pirtle, “TS4L” provides a relatable, focused offering and has us excited for what may be coming next from the rising artist.

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Toronto-based artist Sofia Camara shines on new single “Never Be Yours”

Toronto-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Sofia Camara has released a new song called “Never Be Yours”, her first single since signing to 21 Entertainment/ Universal Music Canada. Produced by accomplished Montreal duo Banx & Ranx, the song is mesmerizing, with glowing, wistful sonics that make for a perfect soundtrack for the waning days of summer.

“Never Be Yours” blends influences from an array of genres- displaying Camara’s signature knack for versatile, engaging songwriting. Shimmering alt-rock pairs with hints of electrifying pop stylings, and even and undertone of dance music to make for a track that is both emotive and highly replayable. Furthermore, the song is dynamic, building through sweeping layers of guitars, rich bass, and vital, memorable percussion, drawing the listener into “Never Be Yours”‘s warm soundscape. Camara matches the poignancy and energy of the instrumental with expansive vocals laced with sharply-crafted focused melodies, as she tops off her captivating performance with an explosive, earworm chorus.

Topically, “Never Be Yours” discusses heartbreak, as well as the act of moving on and rebuilding, making for a relatable listen for many.

“I had this perfect image of someone who I actually didn’t know as well as I thought I did,” says Sofia about the new single. “When writing ‘Never Be Yours’. I remember saying I wanted to send one last text or leave one voicemail, but instead I wrote this song. Because I was able to be super transparent and open during the writing process, I feel extremely connected to it.”

The latest from Toronto-based artist Sofia Camara, “Never Be Yours” makes for a potent, heartfelt release that displays focused, memorable songwriting, and it has us excited for what may be coming next from her.

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New York’s Jeweliet shares new single “Prescription”

By Todd Anderson

Jeweliet is a New York City-based R&B and pop artist. She was born in Brooklyn on September 30, 2003, and currently resides in Staten Island. Jeweliet comes from an Italian-Chinese descent, and her love and appreciation for music started at only three years old.

Her latest song “Prescription” is about addictive energy and good vibes- it discusses how sometimes you have bad days and need someone to make everything okay. The cure is about letting go of what’s weighing you down and letting somebody be your healing, be your Rx. The song’s infectious, upbeat sound is memorable and vibrant, and her vocals are focused and engrossing. Produced by the legendary The Heatmakerz, this track makes for a balmy summer heater.

Jeweliet says, “My eccentric and positive outlook on music has influenced my style while creating. Some of my biggest inspirations are Lauryn Hill, Rihanna, Travis Scott, and Kanye West. With these ideas, I have developed my style, sound, and flow, which will change the music industry entirely.”

She continues, “In this world, we all have problems from all walks of life, no matter what race or gender you are. I believe everyone carries the prescription to subscribe to friends or your significant other. Just remember light doses! This incredible energy is addicting.”

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Memoir.’s “Why Don’t We?” provides a vulnerable take on NY drill

New York artist Memoir. has shared a new single called “Why Don’t We?” The song’s release follows up his well-received offering “Poised II./ Hold Grudges.”, and continues his run of engaging NY drill releases. “Why Don’t We?” separates itself from the crowd with its boldly vulnerable content, as the Memoir. delivers heartfelt verses covering topics such as heartbreak and trauma. His willingness to be open with listeners is admirable, and makes “Why Don’t We?” a truly relatable listen.

The production on the single is focused and emotive as well, using sparkling vocal samples to conjure a wistful feeling atop bouncy, crisp percussion. Atop the ethereal instrumentation, Memoir. flows with ease as he weaves together memorable lines packed densely with emotion.

The latest from Memoir., “Why Don’t We?” makes for a potent, sharply-crafted release and has us excited for what may be coming next from him.

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Francesca Wexler Drops Commanding Debut EP, ‘I Promise’

By Trey Fox

Francesca Wexler is an emerging artist based in Toronto, Ontario. She’s had a consistent output of show-stopping singles over the last two years, dazzling fans with her charisma, nimble rhymes, and captivating melodies. Wexler also engages her audience with freestyles, behind the scenes content, and stunning visuals on platforms like Twitter, Youtube and TikTok. Serving as a compilation, her debut EP is a culmination of all of her singles dating back to 2021. It’s an adventurous ride full of twists and turns that shows Wexler’s range as a multidimensional artist and human.

The first song, “Oyster,” begins with the comforting sounds of road noise before quickly hitting listeners with a boisterous sonic canvas. Wexler moves in the fast lane, quickly weaving through past memories and experiences going back to childhood. Next is “Cherry Fields Forever,” her most streamed song to date. It’s a hypnotic, club-worthy record full of steamy wordplay and an earworm of a chorus. “I like to get down, down, down, down!” she refrains over the uptempo production. Wexler’s smooth delivery and slick punchlines make for a memorable track. “I’ll wear you out like you’re in fashion,” she raps confidently. “Bronzefish” remains just as unflinching. Wexler makes her presence felt with powerful boasts in rapid succession, staking her claim while having fun in the moment.

Wexler moves at the same pace with “Bouillon” before taking a quick detour with “Sweetheart,” a stripped back ballad about fading love. She walks listeners through a fracturing relationship, reflecting on everything from burdensome family dynamics to troubling facades and hurtful exchanges. There are moments where Wexler desires what her and her partner once had. “You used to give me fever,” she sings endearingly. “You still give me fever.”

The next song, “Pink Noise,” feels like a fever dream with its ominous horns and pitched down vocal samples. Wexler explores feelings of disillusionment and paranoia that come from existing in a crumbling society that chugs along as if nothing is wrong. “History repeats, it’s like a broken 8-track/Every time we try, we fail to wind the tape back,” she raps pointedly. 

The penultimate track, “Beatitudes,” is a woozy, contemplative banger that sees Wexler reflecting on the ways she’s had to evolve over time. While they were “wishing on stars and wishing wells,” she needed to “learn how to get it for myself.” She later recalls that, “The gleam of pipe dreams kept me warm when I was lonely.” She ends on “Princess Diana,” a dreary soundscape with pulsing guitar riffs and glittering pops that keep light at the end of the tunnel. Wexler touches on traumatic experiences that made her stronger but also left a damaging mark on her psyche. “The kind of bruises you hide from the mirror/ Those kinds of bruises make chaos feel tender,” she says soberly. Tender moments abound on her debut EP.

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Rich Ash gives us an “Update”

By Todd Anderson

Rich Ash is an upcoming artist and producer from Detroit, MI who has the full package. Lyricical, witty, luxurious, creative, optimistic are a few ways one might describe him. The music depicts life lessons, struggles, blessings, success, and plethora of other things. Rich has pioneered his path in the music world with catchy street music that proudly illuminates his hometown and hood. Rich Ash has an entertainment studio in his hometown where he has built strong connections and created multiple outlets to help rising artists.

When asked where does he see himself in 5 years this was his response:

“I want to be a CEO with a full entertainment and media company that specializes in breaking down barriers for people in music.” I also want to start an academy for creatives in need.

His most recent release is called “Update” and was recently added on genius, the track is a blazing, infectious cut that harnesses the sleek sound of current Detroit hip-hop. Atop the buoyant, stylish production, Ash delivers a series of flexible bars that draw the listener in to the song’s atmosphere. The accompanying visual is engaging as well, depicting a charismatic performance from Ash.

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