AJDaGuru Takes Us On A Journey Of Pain With “Seen It All”.

Wimana Nov 13, 2024

Texas crooner AJDaGuru is taking over the airwaves with his new single, "Seen It All." Serving as the lead single on AJ's upcoming debut studio album, A Different Side Of Me, Seen It All is guaranteed to give you chills. On the track, AJ addresses his experiences with grief and pain - in an attempt to heal listeners who can relate. Music has always played a major role in AJDaGuru's life. It helped guide him through tumultuous situations and became something he depended on during times of need. When asked…

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Switzerland’s EM$o lays all on the table in raw new single ‘The $urvivor’

Stefano Meola Nov 12, 2024

EM$o has released the next single ‘The $urvivor’ from his July 2022 LP ‘Differences’. Focusing around his escape from his tough experiences in Bien, Switzerland, ‘The $urvivor’ is a track which is straight from the heart and born from pure emotion. The lyrics focus around introspective growth, as EM$o fought to escape the trap life which is so often glamourised in the genre. Gibbo’s understated production blends perfectly with the tone of the lyrics, ensuring a gloomy yet optimistic character to the song. By allowing EM$o’s flow to take centre…

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Aleister spreads awareness and gives comfort to mental health victims with new single “Life Line”

Wimana Nov 12, 2024

With suicide becoming an increasing trend within and outside the military, Aleister is using his new single “Life Line” to speak to those fighting their demons and help guide them out of darkness. Born Aleister Albarran of Las Vegas, NV, he is now also known as the local Alternative Rap artist, Aleister stationed in San Diego, CA. His core subject matter and inspiration for his music is Mental Health, Nihilism, Suicide, Consciousness and battling Depression. Having served at Norfolk, VA, Aleister saw the mental decline of many active-duty soldiers and…

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Yudago Mercy A.K.A. DJ FIA

Wimana Nov 11, 2024

Distinct cadence with a gritty tone that throttles, Yudago Mercy’s flow and style of delivery is complimented by eclectic beats, derivative of R&B, pop, soul, and international/dance hall. Relishing in the ability to trade sounds, his pen and intensity of lyrical heat, is never compromised; it is accentuated with a southern twang and melodic accompaniment. https://www.instagram.com/p/CC4evL5AYGy/ Using a creative process that treats recording like a discipline, Yudago pens and conceptualize his projects before stepping into a booth. “Three minutes can change someone’s life.” Once I receive the beat in preproduction,…

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Stevieknocks on the beat always comes with the heat

Wimana Nov 11, 2024

If artists are the heart of hip-hop, producers are the brains. Those, like Stevieknocks, have the creative vision to deliver the best beats to their clientele. Stevie Hammock is a Lynwood California producer that has pulled the strings behind many hits within the music industry. Being raised in Compton, California he grew up on legends like Tupac, Snoop Dogg, Quincy Jones, Diddy, Dr Dre and Nelly among others. They played an important role in influencing his direction in music production. He would spend days on end perfecting his craft when…

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Opp Goblin Crip Mac And 55 Crips Beef With Rival Crips And Bloods In LA

Chad Mauli Nov 10, 2024

What up gang. Back with the real you know what’s the deal. Before we even get into it, drop some blue hearts for the legend Nipsey Hussle one time. He paved the way for a lot of youngins in LA and was a part of the Rolling crip set affiliated with the now 55 Crips that has no care for their opps. They have been in the face of the media lately with the rising star and Opp Goblin Crip Mac waging war on anyone that disrespects the set Bodies…

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Beef? Jealousy? Hood Politics? Love Affair? What led to Bris Death (RIP Tricky Dance Moves)

Chad Mauli Nov 9, 2024

Beef? Jealousy? Hood Politics? Love Affair? What led to Bris Death (RIP Tricky Dance Moves) https://youtu.be/VlKiKqmRH4g (4:38-5:10) https://youtu.be/wW9pAwPosDc (0:11-0:21) https://youtu.be/6GCGFnmLQCI (3:11-3:30) https://youtu.be/JQgqJBpZ-Qc (4:04-4:30) https://youtu.be/8KjLLSoRHf4 (2:56-3:06) https://youtu.be/9cOHoVNs5PE (0:04-0:13) https://youtu.be/ltZ8GlRmqt0 (0:12-0:37) What up gang. Back with the real you know what’s the deal. The streets of Sacramento have been having some promising talent coming up, rappers that can really put Sac on the hip hop charts. But sadly, instead of this video being one of celebration, it’s one of sorrow. We’ve lost what many say was Sacramento’s next up, Mr. Tricky Dance…

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Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Ye, and More Lead 2025 Grammy Nominations

Chad Mauli Nov 9, 2024

Nominations for the 67th Annual Grammy Awards were announced on Friday, November 8, 2024, with Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, and Post Malone leading the pack. Beyoncé garnered an impressive 11 nominations, primarily for her country album Cowboy Carter and its lead single “Texas Hold ‘Em.” She is competing in major categories such as Album of the Year and Song of the Year, along with additional nominations for tracks like “II Most Wanted” featuring Miley Cyrus, “Ya Ya,” and “16 Carriages”. This achievement ties her with the record for the most nominations…

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Nicki Minaj Unveils ‘Pink Friday 2 (The Hiatus)’ to Commemorate Album Anniversary

Chad Mauli Nov 9, 2024

Nicki Minaj has announced the release of a new deluxe edition of her album Pink Friday 2, titled Pink Friday 2 – The Hiatus, set to drop on December 13, 2024. This release will coincide with the first anniversary of the original album, which debuted on December 8, 2023. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Minaj described this as the “final deluxe installment” following previous versions like Gag City Deluxe and Gag City PLUTO Edition. The earlier deluxe editions included tracks such as “Beep Beep (Remix)” featuring 50 Cent…

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051 Melly

Chad Mauli Nov 9, 2024

What up guys. Welcome to another episode of the series where we detail the deadliest of the deadliest in each gang. For the last one we covered Gakirah Barnes: The deadliest member out of STL/EBT, you can find a link to it in the description if you haven’t watched it already. Today, we’re going to speak on the Grave Digger of Chiraq. You know to get a name like that out of all the savages there are, you’ve got to be knee deep in some things. I’m talking about none…

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Troy Laz: Livin the Life

Wimana Nov 8, 2024

The genre of R&B represents a rich culture and tradition through its distinctive rhythmic cadence and lyrical arrangements that separate it from the other musical forms. Seasoned R&B and soul artist Troy ‘Lazerus’ Powell, better known by his stage name Troy Laz, has taken the mainstream music industry by storm with his track Livin the Life featuring talented rapper Allegra White. Though the song was released back in 2016, it has been re-launched as a part of the official soundtrack of the original motion picture Flint Tale. Armed with his…

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Avalanche The Architect: Bare Knuckle Fight Music

Marty McFly Nov 8, 2024

Avalanche The Architect is a Hip-hop recording artist from Toronto, Canada (originally from NYC), committed to leaving his mark on the independent circuit. His mixture of boom-bap rap and new school fight music is just as aggressive as it sounds. With his “in your face” approach to music and energetic vocal presence, every track will leave listeners gripping the edge of their seats in anticipation. Inspired by some of the most versatile rappers Hip-Hop has ever known (Canibus, Big Pun, Redman, and Das Efx), Avalanche The Architect is a firm…

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The Evergreen Appeal: Recurring Fashion Trends in Hip Hop

Natalia Privalova Nov 7, 2024

Hip hop has long been a cultural force that extends beyond music, influencing fashion in profound ways. Over the years, hip hop fashion has experienced a dynamic evolution, yet certain trends have stood the test of time, resurfacing to make bold statements in contemporary fashion landscapes. In that sense, some of the most famous hip hop artists have used a Delta 8 Disposable Vape as a fashion accessory. This article delves into the recurring fashion trends of this genre, highlighting their historical roots and enduring relevance. Streetwear Aesthetics Aside from…

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RYGOD is an unwavering visionary from New Jersey leaping into stardom

Natalia Privalova Nov 7, 2024

In the vibrant music scene of New Jersey, a fresh voice is emerging—RYGOD. At just 20 years old, he captures listeners' attention with his unique blend of rap and personal storytelling. Born in 2004 in Trenton, New Jersey, and raised in Lawrence, New Jersey, from the age of four, RYGOD has been in the music industry since the age of 14, recording and releasing music that reflects his evolving artistry. At age 13, Ryan Ben, whose stage name is RYGOD, joined his middle school band as a trumpeter. This experience…

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Exclusive interview with Meech Mercury

Natalia Privalova Nov 7, 2024

Today we had an exclusive chance to interview Meech Mercury: Raptology: What is your legal name and age?Meech Mercury: My real name is Demetrious Dabadee and I’m 24 at the moment. No I don’t know what my name means or where it’s from blame slavery. Raptology: How did you come up with a stage name?Meech Mercury: It started with something as cliché as checking into astrology. My sun sign is gemini and the assigned planet for gemini is the first one in our solar system Mercury. From the jump I…

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The Murder That Nearly Got Boosie Put To Death

Chad Mauli Nov 6, 2024

What up gang. Back with the real you know what’s the deal. You know I got ya’ll on everything. You asked and imma deliver. Today we’re going to spit the real on the Louisiana OG and legend, Boosie Badazz. A lot of people see him smiling and living large now, owning his own record label, sports agency, doing movies, but before all this he was a youngin thugin with heavy power in the streets. Boosie dang near survived everything but it nearly cost him his life. In this vid we’re…

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GloRilla and Kai Cenat Cook Spaghetti and Fried Fish on “Mafiathon 2”

Chad Mauli Nov 6, 2024

On the evening of November 5, GloRilla showcased her cooking skills during a guest appearance on Kai Cenat's “Mafiathon 2.” While preparing spaghetti and fried fish, the “TGIF” rapper discussed mending their past disagreements and reacted to AMP's 2024 cypher. With “LET HER COOK” playing in the background, GloRilla shared her spaghetti recipe, which included ground beef, green bell peppers, diced onions, garlic, and a unique touch: sugar. Kai Cenat enthusiastically rated the dish a nine out of ten, declaring, “On my mother’s life, it’s good, chat.” He was equally…

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SZA Urges Fans to Vote or Face Consequences in Presidential Election

Chad Mauli Nov 6, 2024

On November 5, the final day of voting in the U.S. presidential election, SZA urged her fans to participate in the electoral process. She emphasized the importance of voting through her Instagram Story, stating, “Make sure vote today or can’t complain.” The singer revealed that she had cast her ballot two weeks prior in New Jersey, which was one of 47 states that provided early or mail-in voting options. While SZA did not endorse a specific candidate this election cycle, her past comments about Donald Trump have been pointed. In…

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Interview with rapper Blizz Vito

Natalia Privalova Nov 6, 2024

Raptology got a unique opportunity to interview a new rising star on the rap horizon, Blizz Vito: Why did you first start making music? I grew up listening to Biggie Smalls and Jay-Z since I am from Brooklyn. I really always loved lyrical rap music and I discovered that I could freestyle around the age of 19. I am thinking to myself if I am in college but still playing the streets and the trap life is not a long term career option that I need to pursue my passion.…

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PRINCE ONI TRUTH IS THE NEXT HEIR TO RAP’S THRONE

Hulda Hicks Nov 5, 2024

Within the pool of prospects coming up in the rap game, Prince Oni Truth’s talent outshines all candidates lined up for the throne. Coming out of the streets of Panama City, FL, Dallas Rahkemm Ming, has made a name for himself in the music industry under the moniker Prince Oni Truth. Its origin came to be from the idea of a female friend, and it has become a name synonymous with quality music. Prince Oni Truth came up under influences of some of hip-hop’s most polarizing artists. Lil Wayne and…