Meet Ekou Sanchez – The Genius Behind Viral Hit “Blue Moon”

Natalia Privalova Mar 1, 2024

If you don’t already know Ekou Sanchez, you will soon. He is becoming publicly recognized in the music industry as an influencer and hip hop artist who consistently reaches for the skies by pushing the bar higher every single time. The 17-year old acquired popularity with his hit single “Blue Moon”. Additionally, Ekou Sanchez produces top of the line, attention grabbing audio-visuals so tempting you end up bopping to the soundtrack days after the fact. That is his God-given talent: an inborn capacity to anticipate what will catch your eye,…

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Genesix vs The Devil

Natalia Privalova Feb 27, 2024

Genesix releases a new single the day before Halloween “Devil Went Down To LA” fitting perfectly for the month of October having spooky track theme, this is one of Genesix most lyrical tracks yet, after you hear each bar with a melodic and spacey vibe it reaches the chorus with almost an gospel type of vocals. This is definitely a sound we haven’t heard from him before and it wouldn’t be a surprise if his next single is something completely different. Spotify song Link:https://open.spotify.com/track/1r3XTTA4V4mkk0okz2t9vj?si=hiR35BgbTGmS_wOZok7HHw IG - https://www.instagram.com/itsgenesix/

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Yung Goony is “Truly Committed” and it shows

Natalia Privalova Feb 25, 2024

Yung Goony is a young up and coming rapper hailing from Detroit and now calling Los Angeles his home. Goony is on the heels of his first release “Truly Committed” featuring close friend and collaborator J. Mouse off of his upcoming EP “Welcome Tha Goony”. Today we discuss with him about his inspiration behind his newest single, role models, his stage name and his work ethic in the rap game and where it comes from. Raptology: Your new single "Truly Committed" is a new vibe compared to what we've heard…

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Using Technology to Enhance Your Musical Creativity

Natalia Privalova Feb 24, 2024

Music has always been a powerful outlet of creativity and expression, but now with the advancements in technology, it’s easier than ever to create amazing pieces of music. Whether you’re a producer, composer or performer, there are many ways to use technology to enhance your musical creativity.From websites where you can get instant chords, to apps that help you create loops, there is no shortage of tools available to help you create the perfect musical masterpiece.This article will take a look at the best tools for music production, give you…

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Rapper B.T. will donate 50% of all his upcoming EP’s proceeds to ‘THE BASE’ non-profit

Natalia Privalova Feb 23, 2024

The street activist, B.T., continues to be an advocate for the youth, joining with The Base to better the lives of those living under the weight of their hardships. Bryanne Toney, known to the music industry as the artist B.T., is a Boston Massachusetts rapper that has built his following on his ability to weave words upon a track to speak to people’s souls. His lyrical content has struck a chord with fans worldwide that are enduring through dark moments in their life. He has become a beacon of hope…

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THE WEST COAST LIVES ON IN DA PROBLEM CHILDREN

Natalia Privalova Feb 22, 2024

Hip hop has long been a staple in the west coast, and rap duo Da Problem Children continues to upload its legacy. Representing the Bay to LA, west coast legends Da Problem Children are continuing to put their city on the map with the consistent release of music to hip hop purists’ delight. The group comprises of super producer Mark V, who has handled the task of mix Engineer for artists like Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, Run-DMC, and Andre Nickatina among others, and Stylie Ray, who is known for his genius behind…

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Spiritual Rap: 10 Hip Hop Songs that Explore Religion, God, and Spirituality

Natalia Privalova Feb 20, 2024

When someone mentions rap music, there’s several types of song styles that might come to mind. Many rappers like to create songs that get the party moving. Others like to share their personal story and experiences. Many rap songs highlight social issues that the artist feels strongly about. In this blog post, we highlight rap songs that focus on a very important theme: the sacred, the divine. To show the power of hip hop in exploring one of the deepest topics each human being faces in their life, we share…

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The Man Of Many Faces

Natalia Privalova Feb 15, 2024

Iam_prophecy a.k.a The Man of Many Faces should really be known as The Man of Many Talents. Punch line after punch line, he never disappoints his fans. Media Influencer turned rapper, Iam_prophecy uses his platform to give hope to upcoming artists who are struggling and even named his first studio project ‘Too Broke 4 Studio Time’. This Sri Lankan rapper from London is a force to be reckoned with as he’s not afraid to speak up on issues such as mental health. He prides himself on starting from scratch and…

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Titus Pharoah: spitting quotable lines

Natalia Privalova Feb 14, 2024

Titus Pharoah was born in Norfolk, VA but spent a good portion of his childhood in Laurel, MD and Fayetteville, NC. He started writing lyrics at age 12 which quickly turn into a passion for making music. Titus loves spitting quotable lines over Boom Bap beats but is always looking to evolve and try something new. His love for God and Family show in his music. Music is not the only talent Titus has, he also is an Actor, Graphic Designer, Videographer, and Video Editor. Titus is a Husband and…

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Interview with Capo Corleone

Natalia Privalova Feb 12, 2024

Raptology: How did you come up with a stage name?CC: It’s actually a name that evolved over time and throughout my life. A lot of people think the name “Capo Corleone” means I’m in the mafia but really it’s the complete opposite. I have Italian & Sicilian ancestry through my grandmother. She played a major role in my upbringing because she helped raise me while my parents worked to put food on the table. A lot of my family including her died very young throughout my childhood. When she passed,…

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The 10 Best Music Videos of 2021-2022

Natalia Privalova Feb 7, 2024

We've been hooked on music videos for as long as we can remember. This year saw some of the year's finest music and best graphics. Just in case you missed them, we've compiled a list of the year's best music videos. There are less expectations for the finest videos of the year to endure the test of time, but these 10 stand out for their creativity, comedy, and expertise in handling 2021-22's most pressing issues. Male Fantasy by Billie Eilish Toward the end of her new album, Happier Than Ever,…

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Charm3r releases a new club banger “Another Flip”

Natalia Privalova Feb 5, 2024

“I just got another bag off another flip!”, is now heard from the crowd in almost every club in South Florida. Why? Because Charm3r (@imcharm3r) and OG Kurb have a true hit record on their hands. ‘Another Flip’ is Charm3r’s first release this year and it’s featuring Broward County’s Og Kurb (who has notably impacted the music industry) . According to Charm3r ``We started performing the record at our events and parties in Miami and Fort Lauderdale and people would go crazy!”. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujpYPclCt6o Little did Charmer and OG Kurb know,…

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Exclusive interview with A1

Natalia Privalova Feb 4, 2024

Born and raised in Ontario, A1 are an exciting Canadian rap duo that show raw emotions through every line in their lyrics – they burst onto the scene earlier this year and have been causing quite the stir since then, with their infectious melodic rap styling and cinematic visuals on fan-favorite tracks like ‘Margeila’ and ‘Safezone’. Made up of childhood friends Milly and Sincere, who’ve virtually become family, A1 began their journey into music at the age of eighteen, when they went into the studio for the first time –…

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Noir Coeur drops track ‘Bad Girl’

Natalia Privalova Feb 3, 2024

Noir Coeur {translation} - from French is “BLACK HEART’’ He is a Songwriter & Sound Designer who effortlessly freestyles through verses with autobiographical lyrics that anyone can relate to. He writes songs with a sophisticated sense of melody he can easily apply to a particular musical instrument or any music genre. https://soundcloud.com/thenoircoeur/bad-girl https://twitter.com/thenoircoeur

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Exclusive Interview with Amari Mar

Natalia Privalova Feb 1, 2024

The Brooklyn native, Amari Mar has been paying homage to legends like Marley Marl and Melle Mel with more than just his stage name. In fact, his lyrical abilities are deeply influenced by artists such as them, along with lyrical geniuses like Nas, Rakim, Wu Tang Clan, Public Enemy, Big Daddy Kane, Kool G Rap, and The Notorious Big. His entrance into the music world rests upon studying their flow and top-notch bars. With his natural love for music, it only sparked a bigger fire for the genre and soon…

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Photographer Deion Campbell creates Podcast for the Culture after surviving COVID-19

Natalia Privalova Jan 31, 2024

Deion Campbell is a published author, best known for his profession in photography/videography as King Legend 757. He is also the host of a podcast titled, “King Legend Talks” where he interviews celebrities and influencers about their road to success. Campbell is also a recent Covid-19 survivor after spending 12 days on a ventilator and over 40 days in the hospital recovering. Deion Campbell found his love for photography after taking a photography class at Phoebus High School where he graduated. He was inspired by the smiles he saw while…

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IS YUNG GOONY THE NEXT RAP KING OF LA?

Natalia Privalova Jan 28, 2024

Loyalty. Hustle. Respect. Three core traits unbroken by up and coming rapper, Yung Goony. Known for being the son of legendary basketballer, Rasheed Wallace, Yung Goony is now taking the family stardom into the world of music. Born in Detroit, and residing in Los Angeles, Yung Goony has been growing his fanbase and becoming a hot topic in hip-hop’s community. Feeling misunderstood his whole life, he created his rap moniker to reflect his character and rise as an exciting, happy, silly and overall electric person. Even with the fame his…

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R.I.E Is Re-Inventing Hip-Hop on New Rock-Influenced EP “444 Hurts”

Natalia Privalova Jan 26, 2024

Every artist has a sound, but R.I.E’s rare style gives way to emotionally lyrical masterpieces like his latest EP, “444 Hurts.” Born in South Africa, the artist Riaz Carter aka R.I.E is now the rapper with a growing fanbase who is building his legacy. Known for his mastery of rhyme schemes and versatility, he reflects the influence of goats Lil Wayne, Eminem, 50 Cent, and Tech N9ne. On December 15th, 2023, he added another solid project to his catalog – the EP titled, "444 Hurts." R.I.E is an artist with…

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How Rap Became the Sound of the Mainstream

Natalia Privalova Jan 23, 2024

When Philadelphia rapper Lil Uzi Vert was 20 years old, he uploaded a few songs to SoundCloud, a free music-sharing platform. The tracks got a couple hundred plays, then a few thousand. Three years later, on the strength of a moody song called “XO Tour Llif3” and a series of streaming-only mixtapes, the rapper, now 23, has racked up over a billion Spotify streams and nabbed a Best New Artist Grammy nomination. Lil Uzi Vert’s rise is impressive. But this year, he’s just one in a crowd of hip-hop stars…

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The Bow Wow challenge: everyone lies on social media

Natalia Privalova Jan 22, 2024

To participate in the Bow Wow Challenge, you need only to understand the unspoken rules of Instagram. Take a photo that, whether by a clever trick of framing, perspective, or just a nice filter, gives your followers the impression that the life you live is far more glamorous than it is. Post the final image vs. the full view, and you’re done. The joke, which is rapidly spreading around Twitter, is named for rapper Shad Moss, aka Bow Wow, formerly Lil’ Bow Wow. On May 8th, Bow Wow posted a…