AUDIO: Rahn Harper – “Butterflies”
Harper harmonizes about the fuzzy feeling you get when you meet up with your crush, with a finesse that he’s become known for.
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AUDIO: Meadowers – “Knee-jerk”
“Knee-jerk” represents Meadowers at their most confident, as they continue to put out some of the highest quality indie rock in the city.
Read moreAUDIO: Von Alexander – “September”
Von delivers top-notch bars across 10 songs, with tracks that blend razor-sharp verses with contemporary production choices.
Read moreAUDIO: Sludge Hawking – “Get Serious (Today)”
Detailing when a situation gets a little too real, “Get Serious” features Sludge telling a story while the band unleashes a manic sounding folk song.
Read moreVIDEO: Billy Blo – “Both Eyes”
The video comes from ShotByDH, with Billy coming to you straight out of the car with a stack of cash and heads to serve.
Read moreAUDIO: TSG: AP! & *aya – “from, #lola!”
The latest in TSG: AP!’s series about Lola features a new perspective when *aya joins the mix.
Read moreAUDIO: Amica Mea & Munch Lauren – “Wet Dreams”
Beyond the obvious connotation with Munch Lauren’s freak rap style, the EP carries fluid production that complements both artists’ flows.
Read moreAUDIO: Drizo – “Biscotti In The Air”
With weed smoke in the air, Drizo lets you know what time it is, and what could happen if you cross him.
Read moreAUDIO: Jesús Villa – “You Ain’t Gonna Die”
Villa’s lead single from a new blues album explores themes of survival and persistence, moving beyond a broken heart to get away from the hard times.
Read moreAUDIO: 7000apart – “Clueless”
The song builds on the dreamy soundscapes that have become the duo’s signature, pairing them with lyrics about emotional disconnect and missed signals.
Read moreAUDIO: Submuzik Boss Featuring Dubb Saq – “Pull Up”
There’s an organic feel to this record that sounds like a cypher, with the two working less on creating a mainstream-ready track, but moreso one that boosts their status collectively.
Read moreAUDIO: Shontrail – “Sonata”
The project finds the local singer/producer exploring areas of indie rock with intricate production that feels layered yet light.
Read moreAUDIO: Reggie Bonds – “Black Holocaust Museum”
Reggie Bonds dropped a new single last week, “Black Holocaust Museum.” The track confronts history while celebrating resilience. The project takes its name from the former Milwaukee institution founded by lynching survivor Dr. James Cameron, which documented Black persecution and triumph. Bonds weaves personal narratives with broader commentary on systemic racism and community strength. His production choices blend soul samples
Read moreAUDIO: Emaad – “Out The Loop”
The release finds the local rapper reflecting on his position in the city’s music scene while maintaining his authentic approach to storytelling.
Read moreAUDIO: Dak DuBois – “Garden”
Dak DuBois dropped a new track,”Garden,” that finds the singer/songwriter exploring organically funky territory both musically and thematically.
Read moreAUDIO: Micah Emrich – “I Don’t Care”
The song blends retro songwriting elements with Emrich’s harmonic vocal delivery, creating a low-key track about wanting someone out of your life.
Read moreAUDIO: H. Kain – “6 Degrees of Separation”
The sixth album from the rapper explores themes of connection and distance, both personal and professional, with plenty of features along for the ride.
Read moreAUDIO: Heezy the Artist – “26”
The album represents a checkpoint in an ongoing journey, both musical and personal.
Read moreAUDIO: TheRealQd – “Lit Bitch”
Qd doesn’t hold back, with confident lyrics over a bass-heavy instrumental that’s clearly designed for both headphones and club speakers.
Read moreAUDIO: EricWithTheGlockInHisSock – “If I Fell Off…What’s This?”
Over sparse production, he wrestles with success and setbacks, turning other people’s doubt into defiant bars.
Read moreVIDEO: KushGodTHP – “More”
KushGodTHP knows that he needs to grind to shine, and he raps with plenty of swagger to his bars.
Read moreAUDIO: Pm Dessy – “Johnny Cage”
The song builds on the classic video game character’s cocky persona, with Pm Dessy delivering bars about confidence and combat-ready attitude.
Read moreAUDIO: Von Alexander – “Denim”
The release features production that’s right in Von’s pocket, allowing him to absolutely spaz over the beat.
Read moreAUDIO: Yvonne Dollheart – “Goin’ Up.”
The release showcases Dollheart’s evolving sound, blending pop sensibilities with an undercurrent of electronic production.
Read moreAUDIO: Gold Steps – “Beautiful Mess”
The pop punk band delivers a celebration of disorder that somehow makes perfect sense.
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