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Kueen releases a revitalizing summer project with ‘Got Juice?’

North Carolina born, New York based artist Kueen has returned with a new mixtape called Got Juice?. A multi-talented musician, entrepreneur and all-around hustler, Kueen has been pursuing music full-time for the better part of the decade, while she is also the CFO of innovative wellness company RAYFM. Receiving attention from some of hip-hop’s biggest names such as Pharaohe Monch, Rapsody, DJ Eclipse, as well as wide-ranging praise for eclectic projects such as Tales of Gotham, and more, Kueen has been steadily carving out a lane as an impactful, versatile voice in independent music.

Kueen’s latest project Got Juice? feels like the perfect soundtrack for a summer in New York, while maintaining a vibrant universality. Blending both influences from her North Carolina roots as well as NYC, is like a refreshing, organic dose of pure hip-hop, R&B, and soul that resonates for its sonic catchiness, spiritual depth, and dynamic versatility.

“Kleopatra’s Return” kicks off the project with a refined charisma interlaced into warm, jazz-laced instrumentation, sturdy grooves and sharply-crafted, intricate rhymes. “Give Thanks”, featuring Vibe Jonez, is a track that brings a feeling of clarity, with a spiritual, self-aware feel that transports the listener to another dimension. “D.H.A.D.” is breezy and heartfelt, featuring atmospheric guitars, rich backing vocals, and lively rhythms that complement Kueen’s smooth vocals cohesively. Tracks like “Pineapple Ginjah” and “Light my Spliff” contain a transcendent sort of beauty in their sound, adding to the overall uplifting feel of the project.

For nearly a decade, Kueen has been carving out a name for herself as a standout artist and songwriter, known for a rich, genre-blending sound that fuses hip-hop, jazz, soul, R&B, and beyond. Her work is marked by a raw authenticity- gritty and powerful, yet emotionally resonant- which has helped her build a strong and diverse following. Kueen proudly represents her Southern roots while channeling the dynamic spirit of NYC into her artistry. Beyond music, she also serves as the CFO of RAYFM Essentials, a lifestyle brand offering daily wellness products, including health juices, skincare, apparel, and more.

Listen to Kueen’s new project Got Juice? HERE on Bandcamp and support the artist directly.

Get the project on even.biz HERE.

Connect with Kueen: Website | Instagram

Visit the RAYFM store HERE.

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Lord Sko and Statik Selektah join forces for engaging single “Lesson Learned”

Lord Sko and Statik Selektah have joined forces for a new single called “Lesson Learned”. This new single finds the prolific NYC emcee weaving together imagery-rich, charismatic flows atop mainstay Statik Selektah’s refreshing loops and raw drums. The track’s nonchalant atmosphere, potent, observant lyricism, and lush production lend to a track that is effortlessly enjoyable. Sko and Statik Selektah share a natural chemistry that translates to “Lesson Learned”‘s butter smooth sound. Accompanied by a new video shot in front of some classic scenery in New York adds to the track’s unpretentious, relaxed feel, “Lesson Learned” makes for an engaging new release from Lord Sko and Statik Selektah. Give “Lesson Learned” a listen here now and check the new video out as well while you’re at it.

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Gio Genesis’ EP ‘Second Nature’ makes for a refreshing listen

New York artist Gio Genesis‘ EP Second Nature is a refreshing project that blends vital, atmospheric soundscapes with heartfelt, expansive vocals for a poignant listen. Emanating focus with its vivid instrumentation, powerful vocals, and sharp songwriting, Second Nature finds Genesis delivering dynamic tracks that cannot be placed into one box. With elements of alternative R&B, hip-hop, DnB, and more- Second Nature finds Genesis unwilling to limit himself sonically, to admirable effect.

Title track “Second Nature” is a hypnotic opener that vibrantly blends flourishes of R&B with DnB and garage influences for a versatile listen. “Easy”, featuring Donte Thomas and Tyjhier, is a cathartic, freeing track that includes layers of breezy instrumentation building atop a crisp drum line, highlighted by the track’s energizing vocals. “Deposit” is a soulful, inspiring finisher that closes out Second Nature at a high point, putting Genesis’ diverse vocals on full display with introspective lyricism. Give Second Nature a listen here now.

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Mark Saunders releases potent “BRUDDAHOOD” short film

Mark Saunders has released a new “BRUDDAHOOD” short film, which has come after the release of the well-received single of the same name. A multi-layered, expressive visual from Saunders that captures the song’s potency, Saunders directed the film himself alongside Luis Vazquez, and he provides the vocals on the lucid fifth verse alongside a talented cast of collaborators that includes TeeDotOhh, Ducksauce, Flii BooGiie, and SNS. The “BRUDDAHOOD” short film is a focused, engaging look into Saunders’ artistic realm with its cohesive synergy of sound and imagery that feels raw and authentic throughout. The visual’s stark, nocturnal shots and fast-paced editing give it a bracing energy while at the same time, it feels down to earth and intimate- giving it an intriguing contrast that adds much character. The short film captures the track’s themes of “BRUDDAHOOD” as it follows Saunders, TeeDotOhh, Ducksauce, Flii BooGiie, and SNS through captivating performances, as the song’s gritty instrumentation and heavy drums suitably soundtrack the dark, energizing feel.

The “BRUDDAHOOD” film further showcases Saunders ability to merge different mediums and release multi-layered offerings that fulfill a larger vision. With the film’s poignant narratives, dynamic shots, and memorable performances capturing themes of camaraderie and brotherhood- paired with the song’s textural, intense feel- “BRUDDAHOOD” makes for a cohesive, thoughtful new offering directed by Saunders and Luis Vazquez.

Mark Saunders is a multi-talented artist from The Bronx, New York who pushes boundaries with his releases by combining various artistic disciplines in ways that challenge convention. Driven by a desire to inspire, motivate, and tell a story of many, Saunders seeks to find something universal and bring it out in his work, giving his output an authentic, engaging feel throughout. His latest offering, the “BRUDDAHOOD” short film, marks another entry in his growing catalogue of multi-layered, thought-provoking releases. Watch the “BRUDDAHOOD” short film here now:

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Seth Narley drops off soulful EP ‘S.A.L.Y.’

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South Bronx, NY artist Seth Narley has dropped off a new EP, titled S.A.L.Y. Born Raymon Calleja, S.A.L.Y. is the latest offering in a series of potent releases that have included A MILLBROOK STORY, NIGHT AT THE ROXY, and more. Here, Narley tackles a set of soulful, stripped back beats that bring his present, clear delivery and penchant for introspective, cathartic lyrics to the forefront for a vivid listen.

Energizing soul samples, airy percussion, and rich bass-lines accentuate the warm, emotive feel of the set of four tracks, paired with an engagingly raw sound and approach. Tracks like “Chanel Rap 24” and “Harlem Nights” are vividly written with back-drops of lush sampling, while “Minnesota Fats” is a potent track alongside Really Jaewon that puts their technical skills on display atop layered instrumentation. S.A.L.Y. is a project that just grabs the listener and draws them in, with each line painting sharp pictures in the process. Give S.A.L.Y. a listen here now.

Connect with Seth Narley: Spotify | Instagram | Twitter

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Osiris. shares infectious single “Malibu”

Osiris. has dropped off a new song, called “Malibu”. Osiris. has a powerful voice and is an artist unafraid to speak their mind. Growing up he moved all around New York City, and first found his love for music listening to his iPod nano on long train rides home. Carving out his own lane with potent offerings including “Side With Me”, “Feels Like Home”, and more, Osiris. has been blazing forth with a series of versatile offerings. His latest track, “Malibu”, is a vibrant, soulful release that puts his refreshing sound on display. Showcasing a sharp focus that emanates through the track’s crisp vocals and engaging, energetic production, “Malibu” blends hip-hop rhythms and flows with pulsating house grooves for a diverse new song. Give Osiris.’s latest, “Malibu”, a listen here now.

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Johnny Storm shares expansive ‘Hov Taught Us’ album

By Jacob Ezra

Long Island, NY artist Johnny Storm has dropped off a new album called Hov Taught Us. The highly skilled lyricist is back with a fresh project that entertains the listener with each line- emanating a mood of vitality and focused with raw, sharp-to-the-point lines atop rich, soulful production. Storm’s charismatic style merges smoothly with a collection of stylish beats from the likes of Kash Flow, cantstopdizzy, JUNE!, and more that present a potent energy.

Storm delivers a flurry of imagery-rich bars in a present delivery that captures the listener’s attention from the get-go, as he makes every line count on Hov Taught Us. His sharp lyrical game shines through across the tracklisting, but some particular highlights include the hypnotic, raw “99 Raekwon”, or the sleek, charismatic “Live From the Island”. A potent display of energizing bars, rich production, and witty, poetic lyricism- Hov Taught Us is an engaging project front-to-back that pays homage to Jay-Z’s classic In My Lifetime, vol. 1 with the cover art and theme.

Listen to Hov Taught Us HERE on BandCamp and support the artist directly.

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nikmoody shares powerful single “Babylonia” (prod. Producer Blvff)

nikmoody has shared a new single, titled “Babylonia”. nikmoody is a versatile Italian-American rapper from Long Island, NY. Hopeful yet brooding, his lyrical style reflects his love for old school hip-hop and grungy rock-and-roll. He’s known for his powerful songwriting and contagious performance. His latest offering, “Babylonia”, produced by Producer Blvff, is a hard-hitting, raw song that further exemplifies his versatile sound. Demonstrating an ability to poignantly blend emotional undertones with captivating aggression, “Babylonia” a track that finds nikmoody bringing forth powerful, dynamic rap vocals atop rumbling, rock and punk infused instrumentation. Both exciting and thought-provoking, “Babylonia” presents an attention-grabbing new offering from Long Island’s nikmoody. Give “Babylonia” a listen here now.

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Nate the Great lets us know that there’s ‘Still Pressure’ on fresh album

Nate the Great has shared a new album called Still Pressure. Naquan Brown, better known by his stage name Nate the Great, is an artist hailing from Far Rockaway, Queens, New York. With a passionate feel to his art and content, Nate is a versatile lyricist and producer who blends his love for anime, video games, and other avenues of pop culture into his sharp lyricism. His latest album Still Pressure, follows up a prolific string of releases with a heartfelt, inspiring release featuring appearances from the likes of A.D.V.I.S.S., Subjxct 5, and more.

Nate the Great demonstrates a natural skill for relatable, down-to-earth introspection, as he weaves together poignantly personal narratives throughout Still Pressure. The hypnotic, airy soundscape of “Retreat” brings in influences from both boom-bap and cloud rap while it paints the perfect canvas for Nate’s cathartic, vividly poetic lyricism. Glitchy, memorable grooves on “Overnight” make for an infectious listen as Nate touching on overcoming obstacles and maintaining a strong work ethic- while the latter is somewhat apparent intrinsically across the album. Nate comes off as a hard-working artist with focus on Still Pressure, as he goes the extra mile to create worlds for the listener sonically and lyrically. The potent “The Force Awakens”, produced by Subjxct 5, provides a highlight on Still Pressure with its weaving, lush samples and powerful lyricism.

Listen to Queens artist Nate the Great’s latest, the thoughtful, yet raw, Still Pressure here now:

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OJ Mountain delivers a layered listen with “don’t praise me, i won’t take it too well”

By Jacob Ezra

New York-based artist OJ Mountain has shared a new song called “don’t praise me, i won’t take it too well”. A tapestry of jazz-laced samples on “don’t praise me, i won’t take it too well” conjures an atmosphere that’s both relaxed and eery, while OJ matches the track’s otherworldliness with detailed, abstract lyricism.

Weaving, darkly hypnotic guitars and saxophones drift atop a fast-paced, frenetic rhythm section, accentuated by OJ’s surreal lines and deft flows. With rhyme patterns as unpredictable as the instrumentation, he keeps the listener on their toes and drops off an offering with “don’t praise me, i won’t take it too well” that is thought-provoking- as well as somehow soothing and ominous simultaneously.

Continuing his prolific run after a series of poignant singles and collaborations with T H R O N E, DAMAG3, and more, the intriguing single “don’t praise me, i won’t take it too well” appears ahead of OJ Mountain’s forthcoming album WRONG NOTES PLAYED WITH GUSTO.