'Everybody Hates Chris' Star, Tequan Richmond Is the Newest Face In Hip Hop /
6/3/11
6/1/11
Review: Rahiem Supreme's Genesis Is The Real Deal-- Enough Said! /
When we first reported on Rahiem Supreme, we told you that there was nothing “groundbreaking” about him. Today, we humbly walk back that statement after listening to his most recent effort, Genesis. Not only has Supreme become a favorite among our editors, but he now serves as the gage in which authentic, indie hip hop is measured. His latest mixtape is a mixture of addictive hooks and jolt-your-mind, thought-provoking lyricism. To say that there is something special about Rahiem Supreme is an understatement.
From the beginning, Genesis manages to put the listener in a certain zone—not just any zone, but the kind of zone you’re in just after a glass of red wine and a “white boy.” We’re not advocating illegal drug use here, but it seems like the most appropriate way to describe exactly where Rahiem Supreme is able to take us, both mentally and emotionally. In the song “Places To Go” Supreme rides the beat like a pro and just when you think you’ve caught on to his flow, he switches it up with a ridiculously complex bar. It’s almost like he’s reminding the listener that although you think you know—you have no idea! By the time we get to the third track, we're all wondering why this kid isn’t signed to a major deal, but then we listen to the bombastic, basement feel of the record and discover that he may be better off unsigned. We’re afraid that with the heavy beats, and radio-friendly hooks that record labels tend to thrust on new rap artists, Rahiem Supreme may lose the very thing that makes him special—his dedication to raw and honest hip hop. When we listen to songs like “Random Thoughts” and “1 Shot 2Shot,” we are reminded of vintage Jay-Z, mixtape Biggie (Yea I said it!), Eric B. and Rakim—all the rap greats that are literally backhanded every time Souljah Boy gets a no. 1 hit! No shade here, but let’s call it like it is. “Genesis” is a return to the old way of doing things—spilling your thoughts, opinions and experiences on wax and conveying it with enough emotion to make a die-hard GaGa fan believe it and love it. Hats off, Mr. Supreme, you’re the real deal!
Click here to download Rahiem Supreme's mixtape, Genesis
5/31/11
Bubbling Under: Flatbush Rapper Ralphy Boy /
Ralphy Boy is the newest independent sensation to come out of Brooklyn. We decided to feature Ralphy because, even though we’ve heard better rhymes, we like to keep our readers abreast of all the underground activity. We know that there are many talented and gifted artists out there, so we’ve made it our duty to deliver them straight to your PC. You can get in contact with Ralphy Boy by e-mailing him at itsralphybaby@yahoo.com. For media inquiries, e-mail iampragency@gmail.com. Check out the video following the jump. What do you think of this kid? Leave us a comment.
5/3/11
Taste of Philly: Indie Hip-Hop Artist Tone Trump /
Download my man Tone Trump's mixtape by clicking here
4/26/11
Check Out This Dope Video From @FatsoSkinny /
This song was on my mind all night so, I thought I'd share it with ya'll. If you don't know about this kid, you should, 'cause he's really something special!4/22/11
Bubbling Under: Woodbridge Rapper, Badio to Change the Game /
Badio, a lyrical prodigy, was born to the third-world streets of Liberia in 1989. After spending the first ten years of his life in the poverty-stricken nation, Badio and his family relocated to the United States--eventually settling down in Woodbridge, Va.
Keeping things as objective as possible, I have to say--my man Badio is doing his thing! Lyrically, he's border line genius, and his delivery-- single-handedly demolishes most of the competition in the DMV. Signed or unsigned, Badio is the future of hip hop, in its purest of forms.
Expect Badio's mixtape, #WHATSBADIO, to hit the streets next month, and follow the kid on Twitter @WhatsBadio
**Check out Badio's freestyle at 2:20**
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