I’m usually not a fan of indie artists remixing established artists’ songs, even though I myself did it years ago (probably why I’m against it, but that’s neither here nor there). I love indie artists to shine on their own, even if they can eat an “industry beat” alive. However, Kuntry Kali’s laid-back but still […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @TheNickWeaver Doesn’t Just "Roll" Over for Anyone in New Track
I got this one in my email from Seattle artist Nick Weaver. The pro-honesty anthem, produced by NYC duo MEMBA, is a slow burner that showcases both Nick’s lyrical ability and singing (on the hook). This one is slated to be on his upcoming Photographs Of Other People EP, so definitely be on the lookout for […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @JDVBBS Remixes @RDGLDGRN’s Karnival With Sexy Results
DMV artist JDVBBS pulled out the work on this slinky, but booming remix to RDGLDGRN’s “Karnival.” All I can say is that it had… …and it made me want to start dancing while listening to the lyrics presented. It’s a nice summertime track, combining elements of RDGLDGRN’s “Tiny Desk” rendition and a “coastal atmosphere,” per […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @TrueGodImmortal Takes a Trip to Solitary in New Album
If Jay-Z’s 4:44 was (possibly) his fourth iteration in the Blueprint series, then True God’s Solitary serves as the de facto “Soul Revival 4.” Spitting some of the most-personal bars of his career, True takes listeners on a journey through the eyes of a man who wants to be left alone–but still wants to be among people […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @phillmysoul Asks If You Can Ride2die in New Visuals
Just got this one in my inbox from phillmysoul, a Virginia-based artist who’s about self-discovery as much as he is about putting together tasty jams. His submission, “Ride2die,” is a dream-like ride (pun not intended) through the thought processes of a man who needs someone to be by his side–and needs to, again, find himself. […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @MIKEMELINOE Has Universal Aspirations in New Visuals
Mike Melinoe brings us some visuals from last year’s Caveman project. The trippy visuals flash lyrics and imagery throughout, showcasing some of the reasons why Mike’s got universal aspirations. On top of that, it’s something that definitely gets my attention for its blending of hip-hop sounds. There’s a great mix between chant-heavy bars and lyricism, […]
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