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Unfiltered and Unforgettable: me2dumb4college Drops back to back albums
Emerging from the heart of Richmond, Virginia, me2dumb4college is proving that genre lines are meant to be blurred—and sometimes obliterated. As a fully independent artist, me2dumb4college is a true one-person powerhouse: writing, producing, mixing, and mastering every track with a fierce DIY ethos and an even fiercer emotional core.
By mysoundMusic8 months ago in Beat
Isabel (You Are My Mother)
In 2024 I wrote about 30+ lyrics for songs I would create using AI and digital tools. Somewhere within those 30+ the thought came to me that my mom deserves to be memorialized in song. She is an amazing person. Yes, I am biased but the lady truly is wonderful. She has done a lot of things to help others but first and foremost she has been one great mom. She and I have always had a very close relationship.
By Rick Henry Christopher 8 months ago in Beat
Hot 97 Summer Jam’s Festival Stage Is Back
Every rapper dreams of headlining Hot 97’s Summer Jam, especially NYC up and coming artist , but before you rock the main stage, you’ve got to survive the Festival Stage—the most pivotal 15 minutes in New York hip-hop. This isn’t just an opening act; it’s a make-or-break moment that has launched careers, swayed label decisions, and turned local buzz into national fame. In an era where TikTok algorithms and playlist placements dominate artist discovery, the Festival Stage remains one of the last pure meritocracies in rap. Either you connect with the crowd through sheer skill and charisma, or you get swallowed by the roar of 50,000 impatient hip-hop heads waiting for the headliners.
By NWO SPARROW8 months ago in Beat
Experience Real Curses
The Skeleton Years' highly anticipated fourth album, Real Curses, is shaping up to be their most accomplished work yet. Set to resonate with fans of dark, introspective music like Joy Division, The Editors, and She Wants Revenge, the album masterfully blends post-punk with elements leading towards darkwave to create a haunting soundscape. Produced by the band and recorded, mixed, and mastered by Ced Concepcion of Studio222, the album's pristine production ensures that every shimmering guitar riff, synth texture, and driving bassline is captured with precision, resulting in a rich, immersive listening experience.
By The Crash Test Facility8 months ago in Beat
Samsung launches slimmest smartphone in race against rival Apple. AI-Generated.
In a bold move to redefine smartphone design and stay ahead in the ever-intensifying competition with Apple, Samsung has launched its slimmest smartphone to date — the Samsung Galaxy Z Slim. This latest innovation signals a strategic shift in Samsung’s approach to the premium smartphone market, where aesthetics, portability, and advanced technology are becoming more crucial than ever.
By IM__PERSONAL8 months ago in Beat
New Music Alert: Louwey Slugga Drops Keep it Pimpin’
If you’re looking for something fresh, authentic, and sonically bold, Keep it Pimpin’, the latest album from Louwey Slugga, is a must-listen. Officially released on May 5, 2025, the 13-track project runs for just over 42 minutes—and in that time, Slugga delivers a full musical experience that blends gritty street stories, introspective lyrics, and high-energy production.
By mysoundMusic8 months ago in Beat
Album Review: Bryce Vine Delivers Summer Vibes on "Motel California"
Bryce Vine has always existed somewhere between genres, and now, between labels too. On Motel California, out via his own imprint, the 6x platinum-selling artist ditches the major-label polish for something looser, freer, and far more personal. It’s a bold, breezy 11-track ride down the Pacific Coast Highway of Vine’s mind—equal parts party playlist and internal monologue.
By Khushboo Malhotra8 months ago in Beat
