It’s been a while since TOPE graced the site with his musical presence. Yes, I’ve covered artists he promotes and works with. However, it’s been a while since he was on the site solo dolo. He’s been incredibly busy between his new creative group and working with other artists, and this new cut, “No Lie,” […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: Scooty Shows Her Difference on New Track
I’ll go ahead and get it out the way now. Scooty reminds me of a mix between Jhene Aiko and Noname, in how she blends her lyricism and her voice together, using them as an entire instrument. Produced by TOPE, another SOTBMusic mainstay, “The Difference” is a great introduction to the Houston-born artist. The track displays […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: TOPE Drops "Never Told You" Visuals
I’ve got some new visuals on deck from TOPE. If you missed my review of the track proper, here you go. The visuals for “Never Told You” find TOPE on surrounded by the glitz and glamour of casinos while keeping a bit of melancholy about him. It’s an interesting juxtaposition, one that lends well to […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: TOPE’s Never Told You Delves into His Life over the Past Year
TOPE has been one of my favorite Bay Area-based artists for a while. And that was before he dropped his most-recent collaboration with Blu, “Faithful.” Today, I’m blessing the site with his new track “Never Told You.” The best way to describe this one is sample-free vibes that discuss the transitions TOPE has made over the […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @Amsterdamallday and @itsTOPE Drop Danny Ainge
Danny Ainge is a legend. Portland artist Amsterdam makes catchy tunes. Tope makes great alternative rap beats. These are things that are givens, if you’re willing to actually accept them as they are. So what happens when you put all of those elements together? You get Amsterdam’s new track “Danny Ainge,” which compares his love […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @ItsTOPE Writes About His New Project, STGC
Normally, I’d say that this project is amazing and it should be listened to by all. I’d talk about how songs like “How I Know” are certified bangers that still offer up some real advice to listeners. I’d say that tracks like “The Man” are funky and clean, but still manage to shed preconceived notions […]
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