James Knight - Abandoned

Damn... This song really hits home. For anyone who has loved and lost love, the words and emotions in James Knight's new song "Abandoned" are very powerful! You could be in a large party full of women and still fill alone. It takes so long to get over something like this and once you get over the pain in you stomach feeling lol, then you are left with nothing, but the memory. 

Whoever directed the video really pushed the envelope. It is straight out of a movie.. literally!!! On the mini-movie/music video, James uses the metaphor of surviving a zombie apocolyse to that of being "Abandoned" by his girl. The scenes, special effects, and performances are like no other!!!


MORE INFO:  James Knight is a hot up and coming star out if Philadelphia. Soon to take the whole world by storm. His video abandoned is a breath of fresh air in a urban market where these half rapping and singing guys are dominating the radio. James Knight brings forth good Ole fashion R&B Reminiscent to the greats of yester year. #JamesKnight

Damond Young - Keep Rollin

"The hustle don't stop. ima KEEP ROLLIN"

Rising hiphop artist, Damond Young, drops a dope video to his new banger "Keep Rollin"! "Keep Rollin" truly displays Damond Young's talent. His flow is perfect over the uptempo beat as he explains his hunger for hiphop and why he will never stop! The visuals by 2K Films captures the essence of the song and has a very universal feel to it! "Keep Rollin" is the 2nd single from his album "Ahead of Time". Get it now on Apple Music, Tidal, and Spotify. Also get more familiar with this dope up&coming artist on the in-depth interview below! 

MORE INFO: "Damond Young is a recording artist, lyricist, producer, and entrepreneur based out of New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. Known for his uniqe brand of youthful, explosive energy lyrical versatility, creative wit, and spirituality, Damond has quickly gone from surprise prodigy to industry prospect, to now becoming one of the most exciting independent acts to emerge in New Orleans and add to the historic legacy of innovators that have made New Orleans' musical tradition a thing of legend in hip hop and beyond." http://www.DamondYoung.com 

MIXTAPE REVIEW: Montey Kaloh - Differnaire 2

Montey Kaloh is right back with another 11 track mixtape "Differnaire 2" to get your float on. This is a quick followup to "Differnaire" part 1. Part 2 continues that familiar mellow vibe as the initial mixtape. In true Differnaire form Montey exudes groovy rythmes and concepts over laid back tracks. "Godly" and "That One" are my favs!

"Montey Kaloh follows up his last mixtape Differnaire with the sequel Differnaire 2. Kaloh didn't disappoint unless you point out the fact that its only 11 tracks. Differnaire 2 is available now."

Stori Brooks - Air / Water

"There is something in the air & I wanna go there"

In true Stori Brooks fashion, her new song "Air" is deep, organic, and open to interpretation. The birds and bees and elements of nature and chemistry between two people. Then she orchestrates a switch-up mid-song to the ryhthmic interlude called "Water". Stori says "Air / Water" a 2-part song inspired by the elements! The beat has some instrument-work by Stori Brooks and is produced by Patrick Daniels ( @aironautikz ). Just go with it and enjoy the free-ness of the song!

Stori Brooks is a breathe of fresh air! Check out her recent interview with #TheDopeness interview series!

BLOW FLYY - ALL THAT SHE WANTS

We 1st heard of Blow Flyy's new hit "ALL THAT SHE WANTS" from our Midwest blog connection, but was pleasantly surprised at 1st listen! With nothing but rave reviews globally "ALL THAT SHE WANTS" is picking up mad steam all throughout the world!! This is a club bangerz from his new album "Born To Dream". I had a chance to listen to the project and fell in love with tracks like "Paparazzi" and "We Both Dreamers". Look out for greatness from Blow Flyy!!!

Peep the "ALL THAT SHE WANTS" review below!

Hard Head - Sweet

Ambitions of a Rider!

We 1st heard of WestCoast representative, Hard Head's music from our Midwest blog connection, but was pleasantly surprised at 1st listen! Now we are proud to present more dope g music from Hard Head!! This time he releases a banger called "Sweet". He has the great gift to pull you into his story and feel the hunger, "Sweet" is no different. 

Check his bio and last music review below:

BIO:

"Hard Head... That’s Gangsta, right?

That’s what the street’s SAY!

Not when it’s the studio GANGSTA music. Yeah…REAL GANGSTA MUSIC. Some fresh-laced new hip hop food from the infamous Los Angeles, and he’s attracting attention!

Just like the known trade marks of Los Angeles, HARD HEAD satisfies the urge for truthful down- to- earth soul-reaching street music. What else would you expect from a California boy coming from the heart?

He’s been broadly categorized as a sort of “gangsta mix of r&b/funk/pop/”strait from the West Coast right from the heart. Yeah, ALRIGHT…but it’s more than that.

It’s Hard Head making track’s,

Hard Head’s songwriting draws from his experience…in life and in musical influences…but it’s how he put’s it together that’s the key

Yes he draws from it all: Ice Cube, Dr. Dre , and Kid Rock. Black Eye Pea’s, Marvin Gaye, Steve Wonder, and 50 cent. But it really WORK’S!"

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MIDWEST MINUTE SHOW: YUKMOUTH, SUNDY CARTER, A-WAY 03/22

"MIDWEST MINUTE" radio show has the pleasure of speaking for the 2nd time with grammy nominated/multi-platinum artist, YUKMOUTH. Also we will speak with the lovely Basketball Wives reality star, SUNDY CARTER! Chicago's rising hiphop artist, A-Way, will join us to have a live album listening session of his latest project, "Home Coming".

"MIDWEST MINUTE" is brought to you by BPeM Radio Network and is hosted by Babyface Monster @babyfacemonster

DOWNLOAD "HOMECOMING" LP

MIDWEST MINUTE SHOW: YUKMOUTH, SUNDY CARTER, A-WAY 03/22

"MIDWEST MINUTE" radio show has the pleasure of speaking for the 2nd time with grammy nominated/multi-platinum artist, YUKMOUTH. Also we will speak with the lovely Basketball Wives reality star, SUNDY CARTER! Chicago's rising hiphop artist, A-Way, will join us to have a live album listening session of his latest project, "Home Coming".

"MIDWEST MINUTE" is brought to you by BPeM Radio Network and is hosted by Babyface Monster @babyfacemonster

DOWNLOAD "HOMECOMING" LP

VIDEO REVIEW: Peake - Ordinary

"Ordinary" is an extra smooth hustler's anthem by ya boy, Peake! On "Ordinary" Peake re-assures his young lady that they will be well taken care of no matter what play he gotta make. The beat is soulful and fits Peake's conscience flow very well. The video shows them getting money together on some real life Bonnie & Clyde shit!


Work can be fun. Especially doing things you love to do. New Music from Peake as he gears up for a new mixtape which we can expect. In the mean time, check out his new visuals for "Ordinary."

The Union County EP is out NOW! https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-union-county-ep/id1059733189

VIDEO REVIEW: Yizzle Gang (Feat. Lil Flash) - Heavy Hitterz | Dir: @WeVideoVisions

  

Check out the new visual from Yizzle Gang Featuring Glo Gang affiliate Lil Flash titled 

"Heavy Hitterz"

Dir. @WeVideoVisions 

Follow @YizzleGang400 On All Social Media 

New website coming soon!

VIDEO REVIEW: Max Mason - Billie Jean | @THEREALMAXMASON

Lancaster, PA 's very own Max Mason's New Single "Billie 

Jean" takes Social Media by Storm

Lyrical artist, Max Mason has outdone himself on the track "Billie Jean". The song has a direct message and it depicts keeping your eyes open out there in the streets.

"Run and tell them bitches we a lot richer,  we'll turn this sh^t to CSI n*gga. 

The visual was directed by Guru Media Group with scenes in the hood including the dope overhead shot of the basketball court. Watch the visual and take a moment to provide feedback.Don't forget to follow Max Mason on most social media sites.

Follow Max Mason on: 

Twitter: @_Hillmatic

Instagram: @pushaman_max

Soundcloud: https://m.soundcloud.com/darealmaxmason

MIXTAPE REVIEW: That Man Santiago - Nightlife Fifty-Five

"Nightlife Fifty-Five" is an amazing array of dream-like symphonies for the soul! "Nightlife Fifty-Five" by That Man Santiago is a collection of 11 dark synthesized tracks that tell various stories over superior production. Standout tracks are the laidback and conscious, "Nightlife" & the banger "Tell Somebody" featuring my homeboy Byro!

"The project was recorded and mixed at Soundscape Studios in Chicago. The concept behind the project was to create an honest soundtrack of a person's thoughts before and after a night out in the city. During the length of the tape I travel between thoughts of "turning up" and not worrying about the consequences, to thinking about the repercussions of my actions. The tape touches upon the idea that we are all filled with contradictions; however those contradictions are what help us learn and grow as people."


Listen to his interview with The Dopeness interview series below!

BEAT TAPE: Magnificent - Visions. from the other side

Revolutionary beatmaker, Magnificent, brings you a innovative collection of musical landscapes for the soul! "Visions. from the other side" are 10 new beats that show his depth and creativity as a producer. Stand out beats for me include: the deep and dark story telling mood on "Venezuela"; the playful yet crafty "Animals"; the bangin' bassline and piano work on "Intensity"; and the supreme smoothness of "Royal"!!! 


Download it today on bandcamp>> https://prodbymagnificent.bandcamp.com/album/visions-from-the-other-side-prod-by-magnificent


'In his latest body of work producer JaRon Marshall, who goes by the moniker "Magnificent", captures the essence of many styles, ranging from meditative soundscapes to abrasive trap beats.' - @ jro_marshall

SONG REVIEW: T 20 - Kanye & Kim K

T 20 kills a crazy Platinum Avngerz track! The new banger is "Kanye & Kim K". This is a bonnie & clyde story of defying the odds with that special someone always by your side. Mona C slays the hooks and brings the story together! "Kanye & Kim K" is extra grown and sexy music. I can see this in heavy rotation very soon in a city near you!!!


“Kanye & Kim K” is an homage to elite Chicago artist/producer/designer Kanye West and wife Kim K. Although they get on folks’ nerves more times than not,these days, you can’t say their relationship isn’t solid. With assistance from femcee Mona C, T-20 has depicted a trapper’s version of their relationship. The rappers’ fluent, sometimes melodic." @_its20

SONG REVIEW: Nino Graye – Got It For Cheap

LISTEN>> Nino Graye – Got It For Cheap

This is what I call REAL hiphop music. I gotta applaud Nino Graye for provided a flash back of when music was really music and not garbage. His latest single "Got It For Cheap" is a head banger! Nino seals the deal with a dope flow over TheNewBlvck's soulful instruments and crisp drum work!

This is a cut from Nino Graye's upcoming album "No Peace For Kings". Stay updated with his movement here @NinoGrayeF4E

SONG REVIEW: Rey Jama - Bailando Con El Rey(Dancing With the King)

The homie, Rey Jama, is called King Jama. He is currently Reverbnation's #1 latin hiphop rapper! He recently released a dope reggaeton banger called "Bailando Con El Rey" or "Dancing With the King". This is a total banger for the dance club. Turnup!!!


MORE INFO:  Grew up all over San Diego, Calexico, Temecula, Mexicali, Mexico and Columbus, Ohio. Started his music career by his friends to take an interest in music after rap battling throughout middle school and high school.