We showcased the single a couple of weeks back. The song is supreme. The video is dope and the wordplay is tremendous. I can’t wait to hear a full length project from Freestyle Fam. It’s going to be that kind of nice. I can feel it.
Lyriciss – Vent (prod. by Numonics) (Video)
This is the lead single from J57 & Numonics’s upcoming collaboration project, LI FTW, featuring Maryland hip-hop artist Lyriciss. If you are a fan of the art, pay attention to how Lyriciss rides this beat. His timing is impressive. He slows it down, speeds it back up, but always remains on time. That’s an emcee right there…
Swolf – Live!!! (Video)
Ok. There are components of this song that would make me normally cringe but there is something about Swolf’s flow and lyricism that are captivating. At times he exhibits really superior wordplay, at some points the track (not him) digresses. He’s at his best spitting on the ills of the game and keeping it on that higher level. I think this cut is good enough to share with you so you can make your own decision, plus the homie reps the home state.
Emilio Rojas – Tomorrow Never Comes (Video)
When Emilio Rojas spits about that real life shit you just have to pay attention. Here he speaks on the hypocritical thoughts he is faced with as he contemplates the day when tomorrow never comes. This is just something we can all relate to, or maybe it’s just me. Also, the visuals especially towards the end seal the deal. His album, No Shame, No Regrets, drops on June 11th.
J’You – So Apparent (Video)
I the single for this song almost a month ago and I neglected to post it. I had it ready to go but just didn’t hit the “publish” button. So J’You gives me a chance at redemption by releasing the visuals for this track. He’s got an up front and in your face flow and delivery that screams IDGAF. I can get down with that. With that, the wordplay and the beat are all on par with our other postings on HHD. His album, June 16th, I am guessing drops…
Gensu Dean & Planet Asia – Faces On The Dollar (Video)
Another video dropping from Gensu Dean and Planet Asia’s collaborative album, Abrasions. Planet Asia is an artist that can really do no wrong in my mind. His flow, demeanor, and cadence make him a tough act to follow in any cipher. On this track he discusses the power of the almighty dollar.
Fortunato – I’m That One (produced by Fresh Kils) (Video)
Fortunato is an artist that I hadn’t featured here before but after watching this video I feel he is a natural fit for our line up. He’s got a nice delivery and the beat is on point. This video single is lifted from his forthcoming album (can’t find it online so I am guessing it’s not out yet), Unseen Armada. Be on the lookout for that.
Lafayette Stokely – Scared of Death (Video)
As he is prone to do, Dharmic X (follow him), sent me over some new “good” music to listen to. It’s an interesting concept in how death is interpreted here. This is artistically on point. If you want to delve further into Lafayette Stokely’s catalog, you can do so by checking out his album, Life’s Journey.
Locksmith – Fleming Street (Video)
The truth is that no one can strike a chord with his or her music like Locksmith can. He makes you feel his angst, anger, pride, and disappointments with every bar. This is my favorite cut from his latest album, The Green Box. It expresses raw emotion and it’s hard to beat that on any given day.
Nutso & DJ Low Cut – Shut’Em Down (Video)
You support who you want to support, but as for me, I back individuals like Nutso and DJ Low Cut. They have a new project dropping on June 3rd entitled, In The Cut. They’ve individually have brought you nothing but the best in boom bap hip hop, so would you expect any different when they team up?
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