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90s Hip Hop

DonnieCoupe has put their own spin on Old School Hip Hop with their single “Tomorrow”

Posted on 21 April 2020

DonnieCoupe’s playfully experimental approach to Old School Hip Hop in their recently released single “Tomorrow” is as refreshing as it is unforgettable.

Tomorrow kicks off with a unique take on Alicia Morton’s iconic track Tomorrow before progressing into a solid downtempo Jam with steady beats and an infusion of Jazz to amplify warmth of the mix.

While none of our tomorrow’s are going to be quite as lit or exciting as the hedonism which is contained in DonnieCoupe’s track for quite a while, it’s still a resolving track to sink into and soak up the soul.

Yet, DonnieCoupe does use his lyrical wit to serve a stark reminder that we’re never guaranteed today or tomorrow. Even in the midst of a pandemic that’s easy to forget. So, mortality reaffirming tracks which celebrate life such as this one will always be necessary on the airwaves and our playlists.

You can check out Tomorrow for yourselves by heading over to SoundCloud now.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Don C – Living Alright featuring $togie Bryant

Posted on 8 April 2020

Living Alright is the oceanically hazy second single to be released from up and coming Hip Hop artist Don C which follows on from his debut single Life. He may have dropped the tempo in his second single, but the amount of soul and energy remains as a constant between the two releases.

Only after hearing the fresh new take on old school Hip Hop, did I realise how few humbly reflective Rap tracks are on the airwaves. The gratified introspective which is laid down in Living Alright is essential on the airwaves right now.

As the Rap bars run through the resonant lyrics, the Jazz-soaked warm, smooth beats create an ambient flow to give Living Alright a sunny cathartic feel. By bringing $togie Bryant in on the mix, Don C created a well-rounded mix which fans of contemporary Hip Hop and Old School alike will appreciate.

You can check out Living Alright for yourselves by heading over to Spotify now.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Sed’Trieaun’s Latest Track “L.S” is a Refreshing Break Away from the Monotony of Monocultural Hip Hop  

Posted on 1 April 2020
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Up and coming Hip Hop artists who offer accessibility and experimentalism in the same infectiously fresh mix aren’t discovered every day. Which is why we should be boundlessly grateful for the latest single “L.S.” from Sed’Trieaun.

Sed’Trieaun teamed up with J-Link to create a high-energy Jazz-infused track which will undoubtedly appeal to artists such as Jay Z, Drake, Dre, Snoop Dogg, and Kendrick Lamar.

Similarities aside, the multicultural drop breaks away from the monotony of Western Hip Hop and allows Sed’Trieaun to offer a distinctive hook-filled viscerally vibrant track. The sound of Sed’Trieaun stamping down their signature style is perceptible in every progression in L.S. It’s a rare release which will unite fans of Old School and Contemporary Hip Hop alike.

You can check out Sed’Trieaun’s single L.S. for yourselves by heading over to Spotify now.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Kaedo – Survival of the Fittest: Candid, Hook-Filled Old School Hip Hop

Posted on 30 March 2020

Fans of smooth Old School Hip Hop will undoubtedly want to pay attention to the latest release “Survival of the Fittest” from up and coming artist Kaedo.

With a new studio album due to drop, there has never been a better time to jump on the hype around this trailblazer of an artist who perceptibly excelled in reviving old school sounds with brand-new contemporary appeal.

The atmospheric groove alone is enough to make you want to want to give Survival of the Fittest repeat attention. There are also the incredibly immersive melodic progressions which give the track an Indie vibe and the candid lyrics don’t just sting, they burn with sincerity.

You can check out Kaedo’s single for yourselves by heading over to YouTube.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

MC King Khan – Drama: High Vibe Hip Hop

Posted on 8 January 2020

MC King Khan went right back to old school with their latest drop “Drama”. We all know those people who thrive on drama and centre their lives around it. This track is the antidote to the frustration felt by people infatuated with drama.

The EDM Hip Hop beats pack a punch at the same time as allowing you to appreciate the chilled vibe of the mix. With lashings of bass within the light shimmering experimental mix, the track resonates as playful whilst losing none of the conviction or passion which Drama was born from.

And MC King Khan perceptibly didn’t hold back when it came to penning the wit-soaked Rap bars. You can practically feel the catharsis which they felt while writing Drama.

You can check out MC King Khan’s latest single via Spotify

Review by Amelia Vandergast

DomiDELLA Has Dropped Their Latest Feat of Hard-Hitting Hip Hop “Breadwinner”

Posted on 31 December 2019

Up and coming Hip Hop artist DomiDELLA dropped their latest single “Breadwinner” on November 19th. Fans of lyrically fierce, instrumentally monstrous West Coast-style Rap won’t want to wait around in getting DomiDELLA on their radars for 2020.

Thanks to their artistic ingenuity and lyrical wit, Breadwinner is a track which pulls you in deeper with each hyped high-octane verse. It may incorporate some old school OG Hip Hop elements. But it doesn’t come much fresher than this.

Rappers who put that much energy into their bars aren’t found every day. DomiDELLA is definitely one to watch. With their fiery stylistic beats, ability to wax lyrical, and make each and every word resonate, he’s a triple threat.

You can check out Breadwinner for yourselves by heading over to YouTube now.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Cloudistrict – Feel Alright: The Pinnacle of Indie Hip Hop

Posted on 27 December 2019
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After making their debut in 2016, Cloudistrict has become a Hip Hop trio renowned for their gritty introspection, jarringly fresh beats, and ability to leave you arrested by their effortlessly fluid melodies.

Their latest single “Feel Alright” is definitely no exception. There’s plenty of lyrical conviction and a midtempo beat which makes the soundscape all too easy to slip into and appreciate the smooth grind of the Rap bars and harmonic vocals. Even though there’s plenty of modern stylistic touches in Feel Alright, there’s still a perceptible heavy influence from the 90s Hip Hop.

Feel Alright is the Pinnacle of contemporary Indie Hip Hop. So, it comes as no surprise that the Toronto-based artist has made plenty of waves in Canada and Internationally.

You can check out Cloudistrict’s latest single Feel Alright via Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast.

Spacific Brown has made their debut with the Lo-Fi Hip Hop hit “The Hustle Code”

Posted on 14 December 2019

Up and coming Hip Hop artist Spacific Brown has made their debut with the soulful, jazzy Rap hit “The Hustle Code”.

Rather than hindering the flow of the track, the Lo-Fi production gives The Hustle Code a raw gritty feel which complements the disparity which has been weaved into the Rap bars. And for anyone who appreciates 90s Hip Hop, there’s plenty of old school hype which has been infused into the mix. Yet, Spacific Brown has undoubtedly made the Old School sound their own with the subtle nuanced intricacies offered by the beats which continue to evolve throughout the track. From spacey Trap to shimmering Jazz, the Hustle Code offers it all and more.

You can check out The Hustle Code for yourselves by heading over to Spotify now.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Mic Strong – In Due Time ft. Dizzy Wright: Inspiringly Convictive Hip Hop

Posted on 3 December 2019

If you haven’t checked out Mic Strong’s stylistically fluid approach to Hip Hop yet, now’s the perfect time after the release of their latest single “In Due Time” featuring Rap artist Dizzy Wright.

The American artist may be strongly influenced by 90s Hip Hop, yet there’s plenty of smooth flowing distinction in the production. With electronic effects which are more commonly heard in EDM, In Due Time is a versatile track full of instrumental hooks, but it is the intellectual inspiring lyrical hooks which have the strongest grip. If anyone’s taking notes on how to create a flawless feat of contemporary Hip Hop, hit play on In Due Time and grab a pen.

You can check out Mic Strong’s latest single In Due Time for yourselves by heading over to Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Hip Hop Rap Artist DopeAMean Has Made Their Debut with their Fiery Album “Blue Faces”

Posted on 25 November 2019

Hip Hop Rap artist DopeAMean has made their debut with one of the most energetic Hip Hop albums which we’ve heard this year. “Blue Faces” is a fiery feat consisting of 14 tracks which any fans of Jay Z, Kanye West, 50 Cent, and Dre will want to check out sooner rather than later as DopeAMean is perceptibly an artist on their way to the top of the genre.

With their insanely high-fire charisma, catchy hedonistic mantra-style lyrics, and the slight infusion of 90s Hip Hop into their contemporary anthemic sound, you’d be hard-pressed to find Hip Hop which packs the same punch as DopeAMean’s tracks.

From the first track to the last, Blue Faces is flawless, but the standout track has to be Gucci Bag Shawty.

To check out DopeAMean’s debut album Blue Faces for yourselves head on over to Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast