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Sacramento artist Reaz has come through with a refreshing new track called “Heir to the Throne”, accompanied by an engaging new video. The minimalistic, futuristic instrumental is immediately impressive, containing deep, powerful bass that swirls beneath crisp, catchy percussion. Moreover, Reaz’s impressive flow and clever, candid lyrics add another dimension to this rugged track, keeping the listener on their toes with every bar. Accompanied by a fresh music video that depicts Reaz giving a confident, smooth performance of his track, this is a release worthy of attention.

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LA up-and-comer Jay Ward‘s “Want From Me” is a track you should be tuning in to. Featuring airy keys and a bass groove that is pure ear candy, this sunny, catchy track is listenable and engaging. Crisp percussion frames Ward’s charismatic flow nicely, as he delivers some confident verses and a well-crafted hook. His cadence is smooth and his voice reflects a strong command of the microphone. If you enjoyed “Want From Me”, be sure to check out the rest of Ward’s recent album TRINITI for a refreshing dose of quality West Coast hip-hop.

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Written by Damilola Grey

Terrence Léon is back with another single titled “Rain”. The 3 minute track finds Terrence showing off his amazing vocals while talking about his feelings towards a woman. This feeling he gets from her is so amazing and indescribable. Here, Terrence tapped into his inner The Weeknd for the making of this track. When I asked him what the song meant to him, he said “More or less, Rain is about phone sex. I think healthy sexual relationships are essential to one’s overall health”. A catchy hook, amazing vocals and flawless production makes this song so perfect. Rain is a track for the lovebirds, those still looking for love and also for those occasional late night drives. There is no doubt that Rain is a contender for song of the year.

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Canadian hip-hop producer Imperetiv has tapped Benny the Butcher and Rick Hyde for a new single called “Under the Scope”. This hard-hitting track contains an intoxicatingly dark beat made up of imposing, nocturnal samples that ring out over dusty, raw drums. The beat’s layered, textured feel makes it highly immersive, drawing the listener into its eerie atmosphere. Furthermore, Benny the Butcher and Rick Hyde come through with characteristically strong verses, full of sharply crafted lyrics delivered with power and raw energy. This chilling, wintery track is highly listenable, containing an enthralling, exciting mood that keeps one coming back again and again to revisit it.

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Massachusetts artists Big Drip and Kudo have come through with “Faint of Heart”, a raw, energizing single that beckons many replays. Over an imposing beat containing, swirling samples that ricochet over heavy drums, the instrumental is both catchy and challenging. Moreover, the two artists present confident, intense vocal performances that match with the beat’s ominous energy. Capped off by a truly memorable chorus, “Faint of Heart” is an engaging cut from these two artists that brings an enticingly nocturnal mood.

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Ohio’s Snoozegod has shared a new single entitled “pretty as snow”, providing much-welcomed relaxing, atmospheric vibes. The track is centred around gorgeous, airy guitars and ambient, warm synths. Beneath, organic percussion and rich bass create a hypnotizing groove that lulls the listener into a calmed state. Adding mystical-sounding flutes partway through, Snoozegod works with the song’s dynamics to draw the listener in throughout. Overall, this song’s textured, layered production gives it much replay value, making it an engaging, freeing listen.

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Massachusetts artist Ish Akanour‘s “Live Forever” is a banger worthy of much attention. Over top of sublime production from Subb Beats, the vocalist delivers intoxicating melodic rap flows with confidence and style. The emotion embedded in his verses is immediately evident, and his hooks are equally impactful.

The beat from Subb Beats on “Live Forever” is grand and powerful, centred around epic strings and textured keys. Beneath, driving 808s and crisp drums create a catchy groove that gives this track much replay value. Melding smoothly with Akanour’s vocal style, the instrumental is warm yet also raw and intense.

If you enjoyed “Live Forever”, check out the rest of Akanour’s recent EP Golden Boy, a well-crafted set of charismatic, elegant tracks.

Written by Jacob Ezra

New York-based musician Deca‘s “Summer Song” is a refreshing offering that is delightfully free-spirited in mood. A cut off his recent project Source Material, this track is laid-back and breezy, containing nostalgic vocal samples and warm guitars that meld together in a truly mesmerizing blend. The percussion is smooth and organic, pairing with rich bass to create a groove that is undeniably infectious. If you enjoy this track, please check out the remainder of Deca’s Source Material, a psychedelic, calming release that further showcases his keen ear for crafting immaculate beats.

Utah’s Buppy. has shared a new single called “i retract all the love i let you keep.”, which is centred around crisp keys and organic sounding percussion. The bittersweet, melancholic mood present in the song is immersive, giving you a window into the artist’s headspace. Furthermore, his vocals are enticingly reminiscent, adding another layer to the song’s layered, warm sonics. With this offering, Buppy. further cements himself as an up-and-coming voice to keep an eye on.

Sacramento-born rapper Camden Malik‘s “Back of da Back” is a certified banger, providing a bouncy, energizing beat that hooks the listener in right away. Featuring swirling soul samples that drift over top of deep, bassy percussion, the production on “Back of da Back” is truly infectious. Moreover, Camden Malik’s flow and delivery are as potent as ever here, showing his sharp lyrical ability and poise on the mic. If you enjoyed this track, be sure to check out Love of My Life 3, the latest release from this prolific up-and-coming artist.

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