There are definitely tracks made specifically to turn up to, and there’s tracks to chill out and think about life to. Bartello’s newest, “True To The Code Of Ethics” is the latter. Produced by L.A. Chase, this is music to listen to alone, with a laid back vibe that you can’t help but get behind. Bartello showcases some natural flow
Read moreYou may have heard the name Moses in several different circles in Milwaukee. Hip hop fans know him as the head of Higher Education Records, a label that has consistently been putting out quality music for the past few years. In addition to running the label, he also supplies a lot of the production on the tracks you hear from
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In honor of Saves The Day currently writing their ninth studio album, I’ve created a small but sweet playlist of songs from In Reverie to their Self Titled. It’s truly amazing the places their sound goes while still sounding like themselves. Chris Conley is one of a kind. Hope you enjoy and end up checking out some of their latest
Read moreUp-and-coming artist Ralphael is finding ways to keep popping up on the local radar, with energetic tracks like his most recent drop, “No Question”. Produced by XYZ, the song allows Ralphael to get his own unique swagger and flow out to the masses. “No Question” is solid from start to finish, and an overall quality early track from an emerging
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Some songs are just made to drive to late at night, and the latest from 40ozDai is one of them. “I Ain’t”, produced by LeanBeatz, is pure trap, with a calm, autotuned flow over the top. With a melodic hook that carries on in the verses, 40 doesn’t just let the production do all the work. This track is definitely
Read moreToday we have a premiere from one of the many young names in Milwaukee hip hop, TrellDaGreat. “Eternal Flame” is Trell’s latest single, from an upcoming project due out in the near future. Invoking the powerful words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the track features empowering production, and reflects on hardships in Milwaukee from Trell’s perspective. Check it out
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The progression of IshDARR is crazy, and that’s showcased on the new track that he dropped today, “Alpha”. The flow is relentless, as Ish destroys some production from Millz Douglas and Lehvi. As accomplished as he is, at such a young age, it’s clear that IshDARR is still hungry for more. The beat switches up, but the fire doesn’t. In
Read moreIf you’re friends with any local hip hop artists on Facebook, last week was rough for your timeline. The debate of “Best Rapper In Milwaukee” flared up extra hot, when Reggie Bonds claimed the throne. Pizzle responded accordingly, saying that he would drop a track twenty minutes later. Then, all hell broke loose when Pizzle posted about the “Pizzle Challenge”, and
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If we had an alert for ridiculously catchy pop songs, all sorts of bells and whistles would be going off for the new single from Pharo, the side project of Mark Stewart of GGOOLLDD. The single is out via Close Up Of The Serene, and glistens from the moment you press play. Think a-ha meets The Drums meets Bleachers. Yes,
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With over ten years in the hip hop game, Mickey Factz has made his name well known with a slew of mixtapes and albums, as well as his live show. That live show comes to Milwaukee on Tuesday, when the “It Was All A Dream” Tour featuring himself and Candis, makes a stop at Mango’s. We caught up with Mickey
Read moreIt’s very hard to make a music video with a message that doesn’t feel offputting. Minnesota’s Nsikak (En-see-kah), however, does that and makes it very entertaining with his clip for “Everybody Loves Chocolate”, which was released on Valentine’s Day. Nsikak manages to discuss adaptation of black culture without acknowledgment of black struggles, but still managed to comment on it in
Read moreYoung Lion 64, or YL64, just released a new project, and he wants you all to come to the dark side. In 13 tracks, YL64 gives you an extra strong dosage of who he is, and more importantly crafts some well versed, mellow hip hop. Lyrically, YL64 has it together, with a proven flow to his verses that is undeniable.
Read moreThe self-proclaimed Lord Of Double Entendres is back with a new one. Nimbus Cool’s “After Life” describes how real it can get in the city, with some extensive details. Laid over a jazzy beat, Nimbus spits a written verse with the flow of a freestyle, absolutely massacring everything in his way. Get to know Nimbus with this track: https://soundcloud.com/nimbus-lord-of-double-entendres/after-life
Read moreThe burgeoning hip hop scene has a flurry of local names coming out of nowhere with new music. Enter Intrepidus, a young artist making his name in the city with his latest effort, “Paranoia”. Canvassed by dark production, Intrepidus gets it all out there on the track, and exhibits a fluid sound. The track is a preview of his upcoming
Read moreOne of the many names gaining momentum in Milwaukee in recent weeks has been Myles, dropping track after track in anticipation of his latest project, “Lacuna”. The seven track EP, and a slew of promo tracks before that, come after a year hiatus for Myles. His return, however, is well worth the wait. Featuring loads of laid back production, and
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Uni-Fi Records artist Vincent VanGREAT returns with his latest single, “I’m the Man”, featuring fellow Uni-Fi artist Dana Coppafeel and Milwaukee’s MC OneSelf. Sonically, this is a step in a different direction for VanGREAT, embracing a sound beyond the hard-hitting, backpack style hip-hop that Uni-Fi as a label has become known for. Produced by resident Uni-Fi artists Mammyth and The
Read moreArcani is a local artist with a very unique sound and feel to his work. The latest, a video for “Noah’s Ark”, is just as original. With a brooding, dark look to it, the relatively new Milwaukee artist has the flow to match. The track features a beat from producer 9000, and when it’s matched with Arcani’s style, it all
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I have this feeling that a lot of Von Alexander’s material never sees the light of day. When it does, however, it absolutely bangs from the moment when you press play. The newest drop from Von is “Damage”, and it’s a case in point of everything I’ve previously mentioned. Complemented by some massive production via Monte Booker, this is a
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We have a new EP from Milwaukee’s WillTheGlide, a young emcee exploring his sound and emerging onto the local scene. His latest EP, “Pink Tears”, comes from a place of humility, with the ultimate decision being to just release his music out into the world. It’s a very introspective quality to doubt yourself, but Will has nothing to worry about
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The talent roster in Milwaukee keeps expanding, and we have yet another name on our radar today. Dexter Bullion released his debut mixtape, “Hustle Or Waste Life”, this past summer. However, we caught wind of him through his latest release, “All Week”, which recently dropped. Produced by OllyDivine, this is a spacy track with some tight trap percussion bringing it
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Stretch out your necks, because you’re about to nod your head a lot to this new track from Dom’ McNeal and Rah. Produced by Rah, “South Side” is an ode to a female from the often neglected side of town when it comes to Milwaukee’s music scene. Both Dom and Rah bring their A-game, with impeccable flows on each of their
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Enter yet another fresh face to the Milwaukee hip hop scene. Donte Tidmore is a 21 year old emcee, with his first project, “Intro” coming in the very near future. The first track from that project, however, is up and ready for your introduction to Donte. Produced by TaylorMBeats, the intro to “Intro” is a strong look for someone coming
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It’s no secret that Milwaukee is two things; tough, and cold. In Cezar’s latest single, named for the latter of those qualities, he addresses both of those elements to the city. Producer LiL Medic sets the scene well, with a piano-driven beat that reflects the feeling of a chilly Milwaukee day. This is one to put in the car and
Read moreThe visual innovators that are OK Go are back again with yet another impressive music video. Their latest viral stunt, which in hindsight has become a strong model for making money in the music industry, is “Upside Down & Inside Out” in which the band is, well, just that. The video was shot on an S7 Airlines plane, with absolutely
Read moreChuck Inglish has made a career on the style, sound, and feel of 90s hip hop, and who can fault him? The 90s were very much considered a golden era, and the internet is full of 90s babies with a flare for all things now considered retro. Chuck’s latest visuals for “Freaknik ’96”, named after the now-defunct Atlanta party, carry
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