Hip-Hop, Rap | Flash Giordani – She Gone
Posted by admin on July 10, 2015
Flash Giordani has been turning heads with his music for a while. Capturing the SoundCloud audience was a first step for the Baltimore rapper. Since then though, he has showed his sound can’t be pigeonholed. “She Gone” is a warbling, beautiful breakup song with just the right amount of cleverly placed wit to balance out the actual emotional turmoil.
Flash is funny, energetic, and most importantly of all and talented-ass rapper. Be sure to check out “She Gone” and stay posted for more of his music.
Hip-Hop, Rap | The (W)rap Up Vol. 3
Posted by admin on April 9, 2015
Masego – Girls That Dance
Does this count as rap? Perhaps. Perhaps not. Am I going to post it anyway? Yes.
Masego hails from Virginia and adds another name to the extensive list of talent in the region. His newest single is a reggae, soulful, futuristic ballad to all of the lovely girls in this world who dance. With the production assist from Medasin, and live saxophone from himself, Masego flaunts a sound unknown to many that could easily catch on.
Job Jetson – Shameless
Job Jetson hails from Milwaukee and continues with his streak of smooth, melodic rap that sounds perfectly suited for late night in a club. With only four songs on his SoundCloud to date, it will be interesting to see what Jetson has in store for us next.
Flash Giordani – Xaniel Webster (Video)
I posted Flash Giordani’s song “Xaniel Webster” a few weeks back and now the self-proclaimed Asian Savior has returned with an equally trippy and intoxicating video to accompany it. Flash is the perfect balance of talented rapper-meets-artist who doesn’t take themselves too seriously. It’s a deadly combination.
Jay IDK – The Plug
Jay IDK has been sending me his music for a while now, and although I thought he was a talented rapper, I told him that it just wasn’t all the way there yet. With his newest release “The Plug” and the unveiling of his alter-ego, King Trappy III, I was thoroughly impressed. I saw his music breaking out of the shell it was previously in and really hitting a sound that I saw as much more exciting and accessible in the current music soundscape.
Ciscero – Who I Am (ft. King Rosé)
Ciscero and King Rosé premiered their song “Who I Am” via DJ Booth the other day and showcased a real talent to be watched. The energy and near-anger showcased in the chorus is reason enough to take a listen to this song, but if you need more convincing Ciscero and Rosé both deliver equally lyrical verses.
Hip-Hop, Rap | The (W)rap Up Vol. 2
Posted by admin on March 6, 2015
Demo Taped – I Luv U
17 year-old Demo Taped is the newest DIY excitement in the music world. His Heart EP is a collection of three self-produced songs where the Atlanta native sings, raps, and bounces all over the infectious instrumentals. Listen to the stand out “I Luv U” above, and expect to hear plenty more from rising talent.
IshDARR – Old Soul, Young Spirit
After his J-Gramm produced single “Too Bad” exploded on Hype Machine and across the internet, IshDARR has unveiled his first full length project. It’s cohesive, and a true statement to the ability of the 18 year old. He discusses turning down a deal from Atlantic, and with the work displayed across this body of work, Atlantic won’t be the last major label knocking on his door.
Daye Jack – Mona Lisa
Writing about yet another teenager in this week’s Wrap Up feels surprising, but all too familiar in the current landscape of up and coming artists. Daye Jack is back with his crossover rap sound in “Mona Lisa”. He questions himself and his future all while sounding appealing to a wide range of listeners.
Flash Giordani – Xaniel Webster
One of the most important parts in a young artist’s career is his or her ability to not take themselves too seriously. Drake embraces his memes, and Lil B and Riff Raff have created full blown careers off their eccentric personalities. Next up is Baltimore’s own “Asian Savior,” Flash Giordani. Listen to his xanax-ed out music and be ready for plenty more where it came from.
Billy Chambers – Got Me
Billy Chambers is not one for labels. He uses his rapping as a tool to compliment his singing voice while experimenting with the futuristic production that has become so popular in today’s SoundCloud world. While still raw, Chambers show far more potential for a widespread audience that many up and comers.