Hip-Hop | Melodic Hip Hop Experience Brought Forth as glvsshouse Debuts “Games”
Posted by VMan on April 5, 2020
“Games” catches a unique wavelength as unique sonic elements collide to form some chill, uplifting, hip-hop feeling, but a splash of emo included.
Julian Skiboat’s work on the instrumental front, in particular the guitar, added that bit of sauce needed to make this one infectious.
glvsshouse aka Mike D’Andrea had a successful, Grammy winning best friend in his life who pushed him toward music, eventually becoming a frontman in a band touring the upper east region of the USA.
glvsshouse is clearly just getting started but delivers quality to say the least, click through to his profile above if you dig what you see.
Hip-Hop | Rising Artist Mars IX “My Crew” Melds The Worlds Of Two Big Genres
Posted by VMan on March 13, 2020
Mars IX is getting serious attention with “My Crew” being another notch under the belt. His rise has been nothing but eye-catching, a movement that even Sony Music Canada has been up to support. Signed by the major, “My Crew” takes the technical aspects of dance and hip-hop and merges them, featuring moods and vibes that is ahead of it’s time. The single is a keeper to say the least.
Marshmello, Jauz, Tiesto, and Brooks are only a fraction of the artists Mars IX has been supported by, with this work sure to join the A-list support ring.
The solo act share more behind the story of the single.
“This song describes the insatiable bond between a, “Crew.” It relates the bond between friends as being a beautiful connection and that bond transcends even the worst of situations. As Mars IX continues to release their story driven pop-house records, each addition adds more to the message of global acceptance through love and understanding. Mars IX stands for more than just a music career, each song relates real world issues to the listeners while also conveying a sense of responsibility.”
– Mars IX
Hip-Hop, Rap | Read Up: Trizz – Book of Life
Posted by VMan on January 10, 2020
Kicking off 2020, West Coast Hip Hop favorite Trizz is back on Tommy Boy with his latest track, “Book of Life“. Never one to pump the brakes, Trizz has built a die hard fan base while racking up millions of streams since officially launching his solo career in 2016.
Championed by legends like Brother Lynch Hung and Tech N9ne, Trizz has been cranking out projects, churning out videos and dropping quality verses on features non-stop over the last several years. Recognized by tastemakers around the country for his flawless flow and hard-hitting lyricism, he has continued to impress fans with both his catalog and high-energy live performances around the country. With a stash of singles primed and ready to go in 2020, it’s shaping up to be a major year for the already prolific MC.
Hip-Hop | Young Franco Links With Abhi The Nomad on “Angel”
Posted by VMan on November 19, 2019
Australian talent Young Franco has certainly made waves this year. After receiving his US visa, he’s already gone on 2 tours and played festivals like HARD Summer. Now he’s released a new single with Abhi The Nomad that I just can’t get enough of. The smooth indie electronic jam is as enjoyable as apple pie. Check it out below and keep your eye on this burgeoning star.
Abstract Hip-Hop, Chill, Hip-Hop | Drex Carter and Kkami Connect on THAW
Posted by VMan on November 15, 2019
With stellar beats from Kkami and dope flows from Drex Carter, THAW is well worth listening to. The EP is a great introduction to both artists if you are unfamiliar with their prior music, while also showing a different side of each artist’s normal style. Drex’ approach is more laid back and less lyrical than his older music and Kkami’s hybrid instrumentals on this one lean a bit more in the indie scene compared to his older drops. Tune in above now. Also, be sure to check out a new video off the EP by clicking here.
Hip-Hop, RnB | Vic August Hits With New ‘xx’ EP
Posted by VMan on November 11, 2019
Australian rapper, Vic August, arrives with his new EP, “xx“. With previous singles in the project already making noise on a number of official Spotify Playlists, the early casting is that of an artist ready to make the crossover into the states.
With tracks such as the guitar driven “Approach” and the melodic “Bring Em Out”, the package is rounded on vibes and super cohesive from tune to tune. With his already growing presence in Australia and abroad, he’s definitely and emerging artist that should for sure make it onto some ‘artist to watch’ lists this year.
Hip-Hop | Trizz Teams up with Cal-E-Clipz and Jaeo Draftpick for ‘Hell’s Kitchen’
Posted by VMan on October 18, 2019
LA based MC Trizz is back on Tommy Boy with his latest single, “Hell’s Kitchen”, featuring Cal-E-Clipz and fellow label mate Jaeo Draftpick. Since first being discovered by Sacramento veteran Brotha Lynch Hung, Trizz has gone on to develop a remarkable independent catalog, racking up tens of millions of streams and building a devoted fanbase.
With over 12 albums under his belt and having toured the US and UK with artists like Tech N9ne, Cunninlynguists, Brotha Lynch Hung, Rittz and Audio Push, Trizz continues to be one of the most consistent MC’s in the game. His latest offering is further proof of his undeniable talent, knack for lyricism and never-duplicated swag. This, mixed with the smooth production make for a great track.