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Shawn Archer Shares New Album “The Time Is Always Right”

Indie label SKE Records’ own Shawn Archer has a new project out. Titled “The Time Is Always Right,” the album boasts guest features from Big Six, Jada Ali, and Nir

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Delaware Rapper Trigga T.R.I.G Makes An Impact With His Album “Psalms 57:7”

Captivating Delaware rapper and songwriter Trigga T.R.I.G strikes with his infectious album “Psalms 57:7…..Timing Is Everything,” released via indie label Free Agent Music Group. On the riveting project, the enthralling

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Afro-Fusion Artist Otis Maho Spreads Love And Motivation On “Vibe With Me”

Benin-born artist Otis Maho is excited to release his anticipated EP entitled “Vibe With Me”, released via indie label MEG Entertaiment. “Vibe With Me” is Otis Maho’s first full length

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Ambition The Kid Unveils Soulful “Imagine” Music Video

Former Pretty Ricky member, Ambition The Kid, drops a new video for his song “Imagine”, the follow up record for his lead single “Saddle Me Up.” “Imagine” highlights a previous

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Nick LaVelle And Jacquees Share “WiFi” Music Video

Detroit artist Nick LaVelle connects with Cash Money Records crooner Jacquees for an electric collaboration on “WiFi.” The two vocalists share their inner monologues about a specific love interest they

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Memphis Rapper K.Le DaVincci Unleashes His Powerful Single “I A F W U (Remix)”

From the vibrant city of Memphis, Tennessee emerged a musical virtuoso named K. Le DaVincci. The trailblazing and versatile rapper and producer makes an impact from coast to coast with

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New Jersey Raptress NisaF Unleashes New Single “A-Dub”

NisaF has been showing consistency to her fans and that is a must in today’s music industry. Representing Rahway, New Jersey, NisaF releases more content for her fans as she

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Johnny Yukon Drops Visual For “Right Now!”

Johnny Yukon is on a roll right now and today is further proof of that with the release of “Right Now!”. Known for pairing his projects with grainy visuals captured

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Buddah Baby Teams Up With Sean Kingston For New Single “Can Do”  

Aspiring Washington D.C. rapper Buddah Baby aka The DMV Reppa is thrilled to present his brand new single entitled “Can Do.” This notably marks his first collaboration with the multi-platinum

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Ambition The Kid Drops New Single “Saddle Me Up”

Independence is highly praised in today’s era of the music business. While the major label system has its ups and downs, the countless stories from numerous acts, just chalking it

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Rising R&B Artist Alana Monteiro Releases Her New Single “Miss No More”

Multi-talented R&B artist Alana Monteiro is thrilled to present her new self-written single, “Miss No More.” The prolific and charismatic singer, songwriter, model and actress has earned attention for a

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California Rapper AJ From The 9 Unleashes Rousing Sophomore Album “9AM”

Multi-talented Westcoast rapper and producer AJ From The 9 unveils his acclaimed new album entitled “9AM.” The emerging Rialto, CA born artist illustrates his deft balance of catchy hooks, smooth

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Boom Blake And JP Da illist Drop Braggadocious New Single “Steve Harvey”

New Jersey rappers Boom Blake and JP Da illist unleash their new single entitled “Steve Harvey” via indie label Money First Music LLC. If you are a true Hip-Hop enthusiast,

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Philly Rapper Azrael DiCaprio Shares “The White Rose Project” Album

Philadelphia’s own Azrael DiCaprio aims to break barriers with his latest album, “The White Rose Project: Episode II, Kernel Panic,” which was released on February 13. Serving as the sequel

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Buddah Baby – The DMV Reppa

Captivating Washington, DC rapper Buddah Baby aka The DMV Reppa is making waves with his electrifying music that marries stellar beats with impressive wordplay. Buddah Baby is undoubtedly carving out

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Emerging Brooklyn Rapper Lotus Bomb Is ‘Getting Money’

Aspiring Brooklyn raptress Lotus Bomb strikes with her latest single, “Get Money.” The New York-born rapper is currently heating up the streets of the Big Apple and beyond with her

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Ming Leone Shares “Everybody Freestyle” Video

Ming Leone wants the world to know that when it comes to other females, she refuses to be compared to “Everybody.” Borrowing inspiration from Nicki Minaj’s Jersey Club track “Everybody

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DMV Rapper Buddah Baby Unveils His Gripping Debut Album “Frequency”

Captivating Washington, DC rapper Buddah Baby aka The DMV Reppa is excited to unveil his anticipated debut album entitled “Buddah Baby Frequency: The Album.” On the riveting project, the aspiring

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New York Rapper 5ive Mics Drops “Pump Up The Volume” Music Video

With his recent signing to All Entertainment Media Group, New York rapper 5ive Mics drops the music video to “Pump Up The Volume.” This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone

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Scintillating Artist KÍY Shares Her Passion-Fueled Single “Vibe”

Multi-talented Minneapolis artist Kíy closes out her career-defining year with the release of her brand new single, “Vibe.” True to the single’s title, “Vibe” is an emotional and deep-hearted song

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Vibrant Female Artist Destiny Rydas Announces Blockbuster Single Featuring Offset

Combining beauty, the ability to rap as good as any of her male counterparts, singing vocals, which serves the perfect blend, and fuels rapper, singer, and actor Destiny Rydas‘ cutting-edge

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South Carolina Rapper Skazz Shabazz Shares New Single “Pipe Down”

Skazz Shabazz, born Travis Bernard Jackson Jr., is an emerging rapper hailing from South Carolina’s Lowcountry, born in Fairfax-Allendale. The 26 year old up-n-coming artist and founder of Finesse Circle

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Is Jay-Z Signing Up-N-Coming Rapper Etoc?

Yo! Raps has learned that there are rumors circlulating on the internet that legendary Hip-Hop powerhouse Jay-Z is looking to sign mystic Orlando-based newcomer Etoc. This wouldn’t be a big

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New Jersey Rap Renegade JP Da illist Drops New Single “Lose My Temper”

New Jersey’s bright light, JP Da illist, has made a name for himself as an unapologetic, unrelenting rhymer, reverent of contemporary rap’s rules of engagement yet incendiary enough to set

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NY Singer Jo.jayno Releases New Single “Stir It Up”

Today, emerging New York singer and songwriter Jo.jayno releases his brand new single entitled “Stir It Up.” The skillful Eastcoast artist leans into the pulsating production with impressive verses punctuated

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Memphis Rappers T.R.U.B. And Don Trip Drop New Single “Rip & Run”

Buzzing Memphis rap sensation T.R.U.B. teamed up with fellow Tennessee rapper Don Trip for his blazing new single, “Rip & Run.” The anticipated release is available now on all streaming

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Baby Jungle – Next In Line

Rising rapper, Baby Jungle, who hails from the heart of Georgia, is definitely the one to watch throughout the remainder of 2023 and beyond. The 21 year old Epic Records

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Intriguing St. Louisan Rapper 3Fifs Shares Catchy New Single “Big Drip”

Exploding out of “The Lou” as the city’s next artist to break, buzzing St. Louisan rapper 3Fifs serves up a scorching new single entitled “Big Drip.” The gifted MTV-featured rhymespitter

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Reyna Roberts Releases New Single “One Way Street”

Breakout Country artist and showstopping performer Reyna Roberts releases her newest single, “One Way Street,” from her upcoming debut album, “Bad Girl Bible: Vol.1.” Written by Roberts, Natalie Stovall, and

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Memphis Rapper T.R.U.B. Shares Anticipated New Single And Music Video “Sting”

Today, spellbinding and charismatic Memphis, TN rapper T.R.U.B. – who has already garnered praise from tastemakers like The Source, Yo! Raps, ThisIs50, and Respect Mag – unleashes his brand new