K.A.A.N and Locksmith on a track together is like a dream come true. These two really embody lyricism as an art in the truest sense. These guys sound natural together and they are two of a very small number of artists who can switch cadences so effortlessly. And here they collectively express that their gifts are indeed unique and surpass the norm that is set. Love this joint, Ramp Up, through and through. Decap and Artic Beats provide the high powered production.
Recognize Ali – Soul Grit (Video)
Recognize Ali continues to mesh his talent with a relentless work ethic. As he prepares his latest offering, Underground King II, he his us with the soulfully laced single, Soul Grit. Unfortunately, I can’t tell you who produced it as it’s a bonus track from the album with no listed credits, but it goes heavy with the horns, as Ali stake his clame to being one of the best to currently do it!
The new album drops on November 5th which isn’t too far at all. Stay informed!
Rigz – Grateful (Video) (prod by Plazbo)
When they say “the song cries”…this might be case in point as to what that means. Plazbo laces a melancholy and soulful joint for Rigz to explain his story, and be Grateful to all who are able to listen to it.
Super talented emcee who is grinding relentless. Again…does it need to be said again…Da Cloth.
Krum – Halo (Video)
Did I know that Krum and Playdough are the same person? Did I realize and forget? No matter. He was dope before, and he’s just as dope now, dropping great music with great messages. I love the production, the lyrics, and the power behind the track. Really dope cut.
He’s got a new album, DART, dropping on October 26th. I would check for that.
Lateb x L.O.B. – The Heat (Video)
Lateb needs some recognition for his album, Undone, with producer, L.O.B. This is the perfect opportunity. And while this is not my favorite track from the album (that accolade goes to the track Grey Sunshine), this is certainly a hot one. Some artists, shouldn’t do their own choruses, but Lateb has the talent and skill to do that effectively, which really enhances the vibe of the song. He does that on several tracks on the album, and gives the project a rich, yet haunting dimension. Check it!
Dark Lo & Havoc – Mob Tales (Video)
Dark Lo and Havoc team up for the new project, Extreme Measures, which is in digital stores everywhere. On the track, Mob Tales, you also get Havoc spitting on the mic (in addition to producing) which is both a privilege and a rarity. The sound here is both gutter and glorious as this proves a perfect pairing.
Marlon Craft – OH LORD (Video)
Marlon Craft drops another video single for his just released project, Homecourt Advantage Vol. 1. This track is a short one, but has some serious spice to it, as Craft spits it salty on all the naysayers over a hype beat from HaqqMav. Really a dope track, as he continues to accelerate with the momentum built in 2021.
IceRocks x Rome Streetz x MadHattan – Kennedy (Video)
Crossing The Rubicon, is the really dope album from producer IceRocks, featuring a host of talented emcees. Two of those emcees, Rome Streetz and Madhattan, join him on this soulful banger, Kennedy. I love how IceRocks uses this sample to his beckoning while the emcees flip precise sixteens.
Both of these emcees really get it done, professionally. I’ve been listening to ALOT of Madhattan over the last couple of years, and very few have put in the work Rome Streetz is doing over the same time period.
Rasheed Chappell & 38 Spesh – We Outside (ft. Maf & B.A. Badd) (Video)
Rasheed Chappell and 38 Spesh got back cooking in the lab and have a new project on their hands, Checks & Balances. I just copped it yesterday and haven’t given it a full listen yet, but this track probably says it all.
We Outside is another haunting banger produced by 38 Spesh, who I will argue adamantly is one of the TOP producers in the game. Chappell and guests, Maf and B.A. Badd, drop some really impressive bars that show case how dangerous the street corners can really be.
A top choice track for 2021!
Noveliss – Sincerity and Reverence (Prod. by Dixon Hill) (Video)
Noveliss is dropping some knowledge gems over this smooth track from Dixon Hill. I am REALLY feeling this laid back vibe and the energy on the track. Some times music is just built to make you feel good, and this is the case here, while at the same time being layered lyrically in Noveliss’ life perspective, which he articulated perfectly.
He states in the description of the video:
Inspired by the 20th Hexagram in the I Ching: The Ancient Chinese Book of Changes; Observing/Contemplation.
I will have to take his word for it. What I do know is it serves as inspiration to the listener as well.
New album, Book Of Changes, entirely produced by Dixon Hill, is coming November, 19th.
