FINDER’S KEEPERS ATL: Live @ AISLE 5
Artist discovery is one of music’s purest spots. In the age of social media, it’s become standard practice to search for emerging names on various sites we claim are “next to blow” but the difficulty in that is the volume of consumption from the digital era. Attention spans are lost in the matter of minutes […]
ChuckXL: Analyzing Nights Like This
Locating gems in a digital era where thousands of artists are releasing music seemingly every day is a thorough process. You have to be patient and understand the emphasis is on emerging artists. The quality of music being released by the artists emerging from the scene rivals that of any major drop. ChuckXL is one […]
Kiree3600: On The Heels of Munna World 2
The last time NP spoke to the prodigious talent, Kiree 3600, was before the release of a notable collaborative project, E And Three. Now we are days from his highly anticipated first release for 2023 titled, Munna World 2. The heart & soul of Suffolk, VA is on a mission to continue his rise as […]
Novice Talk: Deangelo Xavier
The resurgence of Norfolk, VA as a figurehead for musicians has been astonishing to witness. There’s a plethora of talented artists equipped with a variety of flows, wordplay and techniques to separate themselves amongst the masses; A new generation to carry the torch for legends whose influence is undeniable. A lyricist to who has all […]
Bahja Rodriguez – Live @ The Masquerade ATL
R&B has a compelling aura at the moment. Decades worth’s of legendary names have left irreplaceable marks; Crafting seemingly an impossible path to recreate those type of moments. This has created a contentious conversation around the current state of R&B. Even so, there’s a plethora of talented, emerging artists who possess stunning voices, are impacting […]
REVIEWED: Young Nudy – GUMBO
Although hoisting a menacing presence, Young Nudy is Rap’s underground hero. Years of consistency, defined by a colorful choice of song titles, a plethora of projects with unforgettable moments, defiant lyricism and an evolving producer class has allowed Nudy to state his case as one of music’s faces for the new generation. We’re now privy […]
ARI LENNOX – age/sex/location Tour
Atlanta has notoriously been known as the “Rap Capital” for over two (2) decades due to the southern influences of many names whose impact is still felt in the current era. Whether talked about or not however, the R&B influence of Atlanta has also spanned decades with names such as Jermaine Dupri, Usher, Monica and […]
REVIEWED: Don Toliver – LOVE SICK
The mystique Don Toliver has carried for some time now continues to shine a light on a bubbling talent; Ready to leap into the conversation of music’s best names. LOVE SICK is a brilliant showcase of the Houston native’s artistry. The early mixtape, Donny Womack was storied by an adolescent lust while the maturity of […]
REVIEWED: Lil Yachty – Let’s Start Here
As polarizing as can be, Lil Yachty has never been one to conform to the rules of Hip-Hop “traditionalists.” His frequent ability to take creative risks as a musician have kept him at the forefront since 2016 when many first heard him on DRAM’s smash hit, Broccoli; An unforgettable record that hoists fond memories of […]
Novice Talk: Y5 Mad & Y5 DP
Music has been fortunate enough to experience many amazing recording artists throughout our time. Providing us with memorable verses, complete features & unforgettable beats; This formula comes together in part because of the producers they collaborate with. The conversation about an artist’s ability to create “harmonious” music with specific producers has become a growing conv