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OMB Peezy & Morray Are Bringing That "Real Sh*t" Back
Two of Hip Hop's most interesting people speak on the hustle, the ups and downs, plus everything that comes along with success on "Real Sh*t"
Smatt Sertified Continues Heating Up The Game As A Sought-After Producer
2021 found Smatt Sertified joining 808 Mafia and coming under the wing of legendary producer, Southside. Catch up with Smatt here to see what's next
HYPE FILES - The Lil Blood Interview
With the release of his new album, "The Book Of Dawa", we got a chance to speak with Lil Blood about his come up, takeaways from his decade long career, Hip Hop culture in Oakland & more
#1 Financial Literacy Podcast, Earn Your Leisure Shut Down Atlanta for Invest Fest 2022
This year’s festival brought 12,000+ people for the weekend-long assortment of activities & expert-led discussions focused on investing, entrepreneurship, real estate, and financial literacy
HYPE FILES - The Peter $un Interview
Fresh off the release of his new EP, "Phone Calls Gimme Anxiety", we got a chance to chop it up with Peter $un about art as an escape, the healing power of music & much more
Adonis Faison Takes His Talents to LA on “The Red Eye”
As a recent Los Angeles transplant, Adonis Faison is a rapper/singer, songwriter and producer who blends catchy melodies with a metaphorical rap style
The Next Generation of Artists are Here & Tr3 Taylor Is Making Sure They Receive Their Respect
Maryland-based musician Tr3 Taylor is back with a brand new album and mission of proving that he and a the next generation of music artists are taking over
The South Bronx Has A New Hero: Sha EK (Interview)
Standing the forefront of a new wave of urgent, militant and captivating street rap is Sha EK: South Bronx’s up next
The Rise of Mobbin101: Hear His Music and Discover His Story
Rapper/CEO Mobbin101 sound is are resonating with fans all over the world with his unique blend of raw lyricism and storytelling
Capella Grey & Ty Dolla $ign Drop Off 2022 Summer Anthem - “OT” (Video)
“OT” continues a lengthy winning streak for Capella, who’s become one of New York’s fastest-rising stars over the last year
Nalij Bone Transforms Pain into Wisdom with The Ancient Art of “Alchemy” (EP Review)
iving by the mantra “Listen Twice, Speak Once”, Nalij Bone bets on leaving his imprint on Hip Hop culture with motivational music that sets fire in the chest of listeners
Summer Soundtrack to L.A. Innovator Bino Rideaux's "SORRY 4 THA WAIT II"
An essential voice from L.A., Bino Rideaux has not-so-quietly shaped the next era of West Coast Hip Hop. "Sorry 4 Tha Wait II" comes as a solid Summer '22 soundtrack
Lola Brooke Switches Up The Flow Over a Classic SWV Sample with "On My Mind" (Video)
Sensual and a major vibe, "On My Mind" is brought to life with a cinematic visual that cements Lola Brooke's knack for grabbing attention with her irresistible demeanor and lethal lyrical cadence
DaeShawn Forrest Unpacks Newfound Appreciation For Life On "Once More"
A perfect blend of Hip-Hop and R&B vibes for the summer, "Once More" showcases DaeShawn Forrest as an artist who is finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel after being in a dark space for so long
Jersey Club x Drill Pioneer Bandmanrill Taps Sha Ek for “Jiggy in Jersey”
Laced with high-wire flows, plus a pulsing Jersey Club soundscape, "Jiggy In Jersey" reinforces Bandmanrill’s status as the frontrunner in fusing drill with intoxicating club beats
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