When you drop a classic (or a work of art), fans and detractors alike await your next moves like a hawk. For Big K.R.I.T., after 4Eva is a Mighty Long Time, we saw a quiet period then spurts of work. It almost felt like he was reminding us that he was around because, well, forever is […]
Read moreSOTBMusic: Huey Briss is "Expected" in the Game
Maybe I’m showing my old age or potential musical ignorance with this statement. I don’t really know much about who Huey Briss is. Google is your friend, though, so I discovered that the Long Beach native has been busy for a minute with tracks and projects. He even has a boombap-esque project out called Black […]
Read moreSOTBMusic: Shaman King and Alan Z Talk Emotional Abuse in "How Many Times"
Alan Z is an awesome artist who always draws from his personal experiences to create great music. From dealing with racial discrimination to going through a toxic relationship, he always brings the reality in his music. It’s greatly appreciated. He’s not always doom and gloom, but he does bring realism into his music. Today’s track […]
Read moreSOTBMusic: Libretto and BusCrates are Eternal Ridin’ on New Project
Libretto and Pittsburgh’s BusCrates recently collaborated for Eternal Ridin’, a project that’s distinct in its approach to discussing the struggle and oppression. It’s not doom and gloom, but it’s not celebratory of the predicaments, either. Instead, Libretto lays out his philosophies over Buscrates production about life, the game, and the new wave of so-called rappers. […]
Read moreSOTBMusic: Eso.XO.Supreme Cranks the Sexy to 11 on "Salt Water"
Eso.XO.Supreme has been one of my favorite indie artists for a while. His Weeknd-like vocals, when paired with his diverse songwriting, makes for a combination that allows for some good music. With his latest track, “Salt Water,” the Portland artist turns up the sexy to the point the beat has a sax solo from Eso’s […]
Read moreSOTBMusic: Let’s Talk "The London"
Young Thug, musically, aged like a decent-to-halfway fine wine. Controversial yet brave words, like I’m Eric Andre, especially considering I originally thought that the dude wasn’t all that good as an artist. In fact, I called him an appropriation of Heavy Auto-Tune-era Lil’ Wayne. But when I thought that, I was on some close-minded “I […]
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