Compton Raised, Long Beach Baby: The Story of Guy Lewis
Born in Long Beach, California but raised in Compton, Guy Lewis carries the spirit of both cities in his music. Growing up in a single-parent household…
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HeartbreakNixon: Real Stories, Real Feelings, Real Music
Los Angeles has long been a place where music, culture, and personal stories collide. For HeartbreakNixon, also known simply as Nixon, that environment helped shape…
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From “S TO THE A” to “Yung World”: Yung Mondo Keeps Building
Seattle, Washington artist Yung Mondo link’s up with “Yung Santos” and continues to build momentum with the release of their latest album, “Yung World.” The project arrives as…
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Consistency and Versatility: How $LUMPTDREW Is Making His Mark
Introducing $LUMPTDREW, a rising artist hailing from East Los Angeles, California, who is quickly making a name for himself as one of the most…
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A Melodic Story From Los Angeles: The Making of Balencii
Balencii’s story begins in Los Angeles, where he was raised by his grandparents and uncle while his parents lived in Mexico. His childhood wasn’t marked…
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ThaRentsDue Launches “The Notice,” Putting Artists on High Alert
Before the stages, before the labels, before the industry—there was the cypher. A circle. No lights. No safety net. Just raw energy, real MC’s,…
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San Bernardino’s Own: The Rise of Geno Benz
San Bernardino artist Geno Benz is one of the most talented up and coming artist out the Inland Empire. Raised in a tight, family-oriented household but…
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CTBuddha: A Story of Trials, Talent, and True Originality
Los Angeles artist CTBuddha (CTB) carries a story shaped by survival, self-discovery, and a voice unlike anyone else. Born and raised in South Central, he grew…
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Casey Veggies: Growth, Independence, and Longevity
Casey Veggies’ story starts in Inglewood, California, where he was raised in the middle of a culture that would later shape his sound and…
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From Hip-Hop Roots to Country Roads: Elijah Scott’s Evolution
Elijah Scott comes out of Banning, California—a small town sitting right off the freeway, where quiet suburban streets exist side by side with areas…
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