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Pr0xy drops on his knees and asks for that love to return on new single, ‘Picture On My Phone’

Posted on 30 January 2022

As he flips to the image he knows shouldn’t trigger those feelings but still does nonetheless, Pr0xy gazes in a daydream and wishes that this sweet love would come back and be more simple this time on ‘Picture On My Phone‘.

Pr0xy is a 19-year old West Tennessee, USA-based indie multi-genre artist who intertwines alt-rap, trap-metal, pop-punk and grunge into one original piece of art.

”His music comes deep from his emotions, feelings, and past experiences. From heartbreak to abuse, first love to great memories, the inspiration is everywhere.” ~ Pr0xy

Singing with a really contemplative look into a former romance that was loaded with laughs but ultimately more pain than was needed, Pr0xy is so honest and leads us into this fiery time – that he misses so much – but know that the memory should be fading away quicker than it is. This is a real anthem for anyone who has dealt with trauma in love before and needs that reassurance, that they are not alone in haggling with these conflicting emotions.

‘Picture On My Phone‘ from West Tennessee, USA-based indie alt-rap/trap-metal solo musician Pr0xy, is a dynamic single that has you recalling back to the time when you were in a relationship that was strained but the good times were amazing. The overriding feeling is that you wish that you could kiss again and make everything better, but know that ultimately you aren’t good for each other as the mental strain was too much. If only love was just tranquil, without any of the pain attached that hurts your broken heart to its core.

Listen to this stirring new single on Spotify and see more via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

themoonmustset made new wave rap wavier in his latest release, Make It Home

Posted on 25 January 2022

From 80s goth to new wave rap, few sounds evade the fusionist style of the up and coming Dallas, TX-native, themoonmustset. His latest single, Make It Home, is a trippy-to-the-point-of-being-ethereal release that uses glitchy distorted beats under his urgent and visceral rap bars.

I’m fairly sure you would have heard the phrase “it’s a vibe” before; this track becomes the epitome of it with its spacey, wavey progressions and the full-frontal human element pouring into the mix through the tuned and effect-laden vocals.

The 22-year-old artist produces, records, mixes and masters every release put out under his name. We can only hope that there are more locked, loaded and ready to drop releases from themoonmustset.

Make It Home is now available to stream on Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

NBH Rucci searches for gravity in his latest single, Hold Me Down

Posted on 15 January 2022

In his latest single, “Hold Me Down”, the up and coming alt hip hop artist NBH Rucci explores the disparities between fears of being held down and lonely realities where connections feel transitional and leave us feeling short-changed.

The atmospheric dark indie hip hop single is an extension of the Michigan-hailing hip hop artist’s mission to share his triggering life events as a means of connecting with his fans and shining a light on the commonality of our pain. With trap and RnB nuances weaved into the short and sweet track that runs through in under 2-minutes, there is no denying that it hits the evocative spot and does it in a spectacularly succinct fashion.

Hold Me Down dropped on January 14th; you can check it out for yourselves via SoundCloud.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

West Philly rap artist Jus NBL hits all the right notes in his album ‘Fine Wine’

Posted on 2 January 2022

West Philly rap artist, Jus NBL, dropped one of the freshest hip hop albums of 2021 with the release of his lyrically driven LP, Fine Wine. In the title track, the minimalist beats create the perfect platform for his high-energy rap bars as they grind through the gritty lyrics and the resilience that allowed him to find the light regardless.

Right from the first verse, Jus NBL proves how grounded he is in his lyricism. There’s none of the usual ego-fuelled grandeur, just an honest and direct lyrical delivery that is more than easy to connect with. The Jay Z reminiscences are strong, but they do little to dampen the intoxicating hit of Jus NBL’s authenticity in Fine Wine. Every rap fan should have room for him on his radar.

Jus NBL’s 2021 album, Fine Wine, is now available to purchase on apple music.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

C.h.a.m.p brought the high vibes in his dynamic rap bars with ‘Baby Dedo’, featuring Eta Phi Nupes.

Posted on 25 December 2021

This summer, the up and coming American rap artist, C.h.a.m.p, went viral shortly after the release of his single, Baby Dedo, featuring Eta Phi Nupes. The jazzy, trappy, high-vibe track melds the old school with the new wave of hip hop and comes alive through the passion that the dynamically talented artist poured into the mix.

After a near-death experience when a bullet pierced his skull in 2019, C.h.a.m.p (Change Happens at My Pace) found purpose in music. It might sound corny to call it his calling but given his ability to mould clever wordplay into unique rhyme schemes and that he’s only just getting started, his rap career holds plenty of promise and commercial potential. If you could imagine what it would sound like if Busta Rhymes took on Snoop Dogg’s attitude, you’ll get an idea of the magnetism in Baby Dedo.

The official music video for Baby Dedo is available to stream on YouTube. Or the high fire single can find its way onto your playlists via Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Look In My Eyes: South East rapper Fourstars feels like it was a total waste of time on ‘Hell On Earth’

Posted on 11 December 2021

Invigorated by the likes of Yung Lean, 6 Dogs and Lil Peep, Fourstars points us into the fires of rage as he wonders why he even showed interest in someone heartless who clearly didn’t possess the same romantic feelings on ‘Hell On Earth‘.

Fourstars is a South East, UK-based indie emo trap solo artist who makes a new school blend of story-filled music about life, love, and making it in this competition-riddled world.

With an introspective picture that pains the walls red after being let down by someone who he thought was different to the rest, we find Fourstars raging about something that he wanted to avoid but got into anyway. With sharp-edged lyrics that bite hard at the mic as he vents his utter frustration, this is a single filled with soul-scarring stories that will have you thinking about those previous relationships you shake your head at.

‘Hell On Earth‘ from South East, UK-based indie emo rapper Fourstars, is a harrowing tale about a man who feels like his ex didn’t really care about him in the first place. With a disgruntled tone and a blustery beat that attempts to blow away all of the self-doubts really quick, this is a reminder to be so careful about the people you bring into your life. Featuring quick-fire raps from an upset man who is feeling cold after all that transpired, this is a track to play loud when you are feeling the burn after an unexpected breakup.

Hear this fiery new single on Spotify and see more on the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

No Clue: Ajarr wonders where he is actually headed on his over-thinking journey with ‘Psycho’

Posted on 8 December 2021
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As he senses that his subconscious is proceeding to places he is actually scared of, Ajarr wishes that his memories weren’t so fuzzy with this new fast-paced single all about obtaining your coveted path again on ‘Psycho‘.

Raja Naveed aka Ajarr is a 17-year old Pennsylvania-based alt-trap/hyperdrill bedroom solo artist and music producer who has been inspired lately to really find a new outlet of creativity during these harrowing times of doom.

”I started making music in May of 2021 with no prior experience in music at all, and do my own songwriting, mixing and recording (in my bedroom). Other than producing beats, I do all of my own music production, and hope to learn beat-making eventually (so I can make fully independent songs).” ~ Ajarr

Ajarr bestows us his promising talents with a super track that takes you to a place you have thought about too many times, as your consciousness starts to tip over and you feel like you are in a different atmosphere.

‘Psycho‘ from the youthful alt-trap/hyperdrill bedroom solo artist Pennsylvania-based artist Ajarr, is a tight-roped track all about questioning where you are actually going to end up next in your over-stimulated mind that needs some yoga to get back to your much-needed zen. On a sizzling beat that keeps us all thoroughly entertained the whole way through, this is a warning to all those out there – that have been feeling like they are the only ones going a bit dizzy – from all the strangeness that has been going on in the world over the past two years. Keeping that valuable mind sane, is the only way to survive the apocalypse.

Hear this superb new single on Soundcloud.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Telling Me How To Live: Interior Alaska-born trap artist Owen MacDonald knows that its time to leave on ‘Who Do You Think You Are’

Posted on 4 December 2021

With an almost crystalized beat that has your engaged speakers feeling so carefree and in the zone to succeed, Owen MacDonald brushes off the dust from a selfish ex that was too bossy and ultimately chased him away forever on ‘Who Do You Think You Are‘.

Owen MacDonald is a 19-year-old indie trap solo artist who is based in Chicago currently and was born in the beautifully peaceful wilderness of Interior Alaska.

Owen MacDonald might be one of the most underrated underground trap musicians in the world right now. He sings with an impressively high standard of intent and everything is classy crisp from this young artist who has the world at his feet. If he can smartly navigate the steep pitfalls and evil temptations which can hold you back from that top echelon level that so many crave, you feel like he can fly high like a mighty Alaskan Bald Eagle searching for a new nest to conquer.

‘Who Do You Think You Are‘ from the youthful Chicago-based indie trap solo artist Owen MacDonald, is that encouraging song for us to hear if we feel confined in living a life that isn’t ours. Sometimes we get sucked into moments or people that aren’t really what we are all about – and the mission to escape from that empty space feeling – is so vital to truly live in reality again. Sung with a genuine application from an inventive man who loves to evolve, this is a truly remarkable release that shall help you find your true purpose away from the fake chains that can grab hold of you in this quick-swipe world.

Hear this fresh new track on Spotify and see more of his rising story via IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Rayquonthedon remixes hip hop history in ‘TRAP LULLABIES’

Posted on 4 December 2021

Independent Rhode Island alt hip hop artist, Rayquonthedon has followed on from his debut EP with his enigmatic debut album, TRAP LULLABIES. Usually, it is all too easy to draw parallels between hip hop artists, but Rayquonthedon’s sonic boldness leaves few reminiscences in his sound that draws inspiration from dance hits, old school hip hop and new wave trap.

None of the accessibility was lost in his fiery Avant standout single, VELVETTA (I KNOW FREESTYLE). With the doomy and gritty basslines, the slick rolling rhythm of his rap bars and his strong vibes within the Eastern instrumentals, you can sink right into the experimentalism. If you appreciate distinctive talent, he is definitely one for the radar.

TRAP LULLABIES is now available to stream on Spotify and apple music via this link.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Ride Together: Houston RnB singer-songwriter folxzb wonders why their true love is with someone else on ‘YDLR 2.0’

Posted on 24 November 2021

With a silent X vibe that has your lively ears feeling tranquillized and somehow aroused at the same time, folxzb feels that his ultimate soulmate is with the wrong person right now on his new cuddle-close release ‘YDLR 2.0‘.

folxzb is a Houston, Texas-based indie RnB/soul artist, who mixes in some Trap with his sound that is massively shaped by his home surroundings and personal relationships.

Released from his distinguished new 8-track ‘Moments After‘ album, folxzb is in a highly studious mood with a track that will have you reminiscing about your true love who is for some reason with someone who doesn’t harmonise with them at all. Sung with a thriving emotion from a loved-up man who knows what he wants, this is a rousing experience that might give you shivers all over your spine.

‘YDLR 2.0‘ from the Houston, Texas-based indie RnB/soul solo musician folxzb, is a colossal effort that is sung with a real class and desire to be with his special lover. He feels their magnetism stream through his body each time they are together, as he wonders when the time will come when they will be holding hands real tight.

Sometimes the best love is the one that keeps you waiting, for the right moment when your hearts connect as one.

Hear this new single on Spotify and find out more about this engaging man on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen