Finding one’s place in hip-hop is a journey of self-discovery mixed with, at times, a bit of self-doubt. C.Shreve’s latest track, a jazzy rap track titled “Gone,” delves into this journey and the tunnel vision that sometimes results because of it. We get so focused on getting people to rock with us that we block […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: Newman Delivers From: Elminá
Elminá is a slave castle in Ghana, where North Carolina artist Newman’s family is originally from. This framework, specifically what it means to be free and what it means to be captive (and longing for freedom), help shape Newman’s newest project. The project was originally framed as letters from Elminá, with each track having a different […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @seeSHREVE Delivers an Elevation on Lost Love Found
I got to this one yesterday on my sick day (don’t ask), and I’m like “yes! New C.Shreve the Professor.” So, I do what I must. I vibe with it and take it all in like a big toke of musical marijuana. This high, however, it’s different that what we typically hear from the Asheville, […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @newmantsa Delivers Some Postcards
North Carolina’s Newman dropped two loosies recently and wrapped them up into a nice bow called Postcards 002, as part of his Postcards series of tracks. Check out the first collection here. The duo of tracks in 002 are different from the first iteration, as they have a J. Cole meets KIDS SEE GHOSTS feel to them. […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @LJackPower Discusses Darkness and the Aftermath in Debut EP
Lena Jackson returns to SOTBMusic with her debut project, Darkness Brim. The ten-track “EP” definitely lives up to its name, as there are a lot of dark topics and feelings spoke upon and dealt with throughout each song. I love that there is an arc of sorts within this project. Things start out dark and […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @IgniteMindz Works with Wife Kayla Marie & Mike L!ve of FTO for "Smooth" Jam
I got this one in my inbox from NC-based artist Ignite Mindz, who hit me after seeing some of the positive vibes I’ve sent regarding stuff from C.Shreve the Professor. Great minds think alike, eh? Anywho, I got into this one because of the story behind the cover art; the deejay in the cover art […]
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