STORY: From Professional Hoops to a Sound Built on Experience
Story is a product of the Bronx — shaped by independence, adversity, and self-reflection. Raised as an only child without his father present, he learned early how…
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East Atlanta Raised, From Zone 6 to the Spotlight: Real Recognize Rio
Real Recognize Rio comes from a side of Atlanta where credibility isn’t claimed — it’s earned. Raised in East Atlanta’s Zone 6, his music reflects a…
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Built Out Of Fillmore: Foggygodsala’s Independent Rise Continues
San Francisco has always bred artists who rap with intention, and Foggygodsala is cut from that cloth. Coming straight out of the legendary Fillmore…
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From Church Choir to Self-Made Studio: The Rise of Sireno
Sireno’s music doesn’t come from a place of comfort—it comes from survival, intuition, and transformation. Raised in New York City, his childhood carried a…
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SQUAL’s World Is Loud, Playful, and Unapologetically His Own
There’s no rulebook guiding SQUAL’s rise out of Seattle, and that’s exactly the point. With the release of FUN!, a four-track EP that leans fully…
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Swayyvo: Chattanooga Roots and a Sound Built Over Time
The first thing you hear in Swayyvo’s music isn’t a trend—it’s time. Time spent learning instruments, time spent studying records older than him, time spent watching…
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Vallejo’s Own “LaRussell” An Independent Rapper’s Quest to Sell 100K Albums From Home
Vallejo has always produced artists who move a little differently, but LaRussell is operating on an entirely separate frequency. No rollout templates. No label…
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Brooklyn-Bred and Built to Last: Mo Dubb’s Independent Story
New York City has always been a proving ground for hip-hop artists, and Brooklyn rapper Mo Dubb is a product of that pressure and passion. Hailing…
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St. Thomas Native Dizzle Ja Nears 50K Views With “LA Fire” Official Video Out Now
Dizzle Ja, a rising dancehall and reggae artist from St. Thomas, Jamaica, is continuing to make waves with his latest single and official music video, “LA…
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Gmdcash Is Back and Focused: New Single “I’m The Product” Out Now
Seattle, Washington native Gmdcash returns with his first single following his release from jail. His new track, “I’m The Product,” marks the beginning of a new chapter and…
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