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TiDUS – My Energy Visual
Late last year, TiDUS began teasing his fans with short previews of new music. He then released two songs, Honestly and FYTB. Both singles sparked more anticipation for his upcoming project titled Once Your Believe In Yourself. A couple of months later comes the incredible official video for his latest single, My Energy. Although the artist has yet to share an official date of his new album, it’s common for him to spring his releases on us, surprisingly. We can expect definitely more new sounds soon. This simplistic video features a lone TiDUS, dancing and delivering inspiring words over a self-produced beat. The music true to his style and showcases…
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Etta Bond – #bad4me, 4U, & Met Him Visuals
There has not been a single Etta Bond that I have not felt to my core, in the smoothest way. Since baring her truths and shedding light to the ongoing discussion about gender roles and the liberation of women through her jam Seen & Never Heard, Etta has been on a wave. Really, she has been dropping gems on us at random since last year, but we now have a few of them, back to back. The soothing #bad4me is the third of the slew of new songs she’s unveiled over the past two months, with stimulating imagery to match. Each is a collaboration with random producers she called for…
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Anna Wise – BitchSlut Visual
My ears first heard the wonderful jam that is BitchSlut, back at Anna Wise’s first solo performance at Low End Theory club, late last year. I brought a friend along who had not heard her group Sonnymoon‘s music before, and this friend easily fell in love with the vibes that were provided that night. I also anticipated the moment that would allow me access to this particular song, whenever, especially before a night out with my crew. It is fun way to present such a perspective. The second single from the songstress’ upcoming project now has an official music video, which was shot on an iPhone 6. The pool scenes…
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Clayt – Third Eye Visual
Clayt is a Virginia native who was inclined to sports growing up, then fell in love with the art of words and rhyme. As he discovered his ability to write his own lyrics telling his perspective, he realized and made his mission to spread positive messages through his lyrical gift. He hopes to “inspire others to believe in themselves, and focus on the highs rather than the lows.” Making it clear that he’s more than a rapper, he want to help establish art culture in Virginia that he felt was missing in his youth. You can feel the strength of his passion with one listen to his single Third Eye,…
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The Underachievers – Chasing Faith x Rain Dance x Allusions Visual
In preparation for their new album, Evermore: The Art of Duality, The Underachievers released a desert/Vegas themed visual. The cinematic trip of a music video features three songs from the album, including Chasing Faith, Rain Dance, and Allusions. It might remind of a certain Johnny Depp film, Fear And Loathing. Issa Gold regularly reiterates that his intention with music is to speak to those who break the mold and might feel like outsiders and/or depressed and unite the generation. He’s stated, via twitter, that he only raps because it’s the greatest platform to spread his message. Chasing Faith, in particular, grabs attention with those themes and happens to be my…
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Junglepussy – Now Or Later Visual
Junglepussy has some of the greatest videos. From the concepts as a whole to little signs you notice throughout the visuals, if you are paying attention, she always brings her own creativity to each one. Check out her latest below, Now Or Later. This one of two newer songs we’re hearing from Junglepussy since her debut EP Satisfaction Guaranteed was premiered. The other is a song you can find streaming on here soundcloud, here. This single is from her upcoming album, Pregnant with success. Enjoy! Now Or Later
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Plewto Smith – Night On Edgewood & Freckled Girl Visual
I challenge you to play this song, without dancing within the first minute or singing along by the end. Plewto Smith’s Night On Edgewood is made for getting us up and moving, or at least bobbing our heads enthusiastically as we watch everyone else from the sidelines. I recommend having this on your end of the summer playlists! The rapper-turned-singer also released a video for Freckled Girl, from his EP #PUSSY. He is doing episodes of promo in order to assist him with expenses of a Chance The Rapper feature. The video for that might make you laugh, a lot. Show some support for local artists! I think Plewto Smith…
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Val DaGrain – Major Criimes & Unicorns Visual
Since the artfully conscious play that is 2 Cents was released last year, we have heard a powerfully reflective song by Val DaGrain called Truth Hurts. Val DaGrain is presently preparing to release a new EP entitled Raconteur, and he recently dropped a new video for the single Major Criimes & Unicorns. This one was directed by OTBLyfe and fits in well with all of the other thought-provoking and enjoyable visuals Val DaGrain releases. Enjoy! More Val DaGrain Videos Major Criimes & Unicorns
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BLKSUNCHILD – Low Off The Hii EP (+Download)
The Low Off The Hii EP is a must-listen which was released by the artist who goes by the name Blksunchild. This album features some superb lyricism. I was immediately impressed when I came across it. Blksunchild is a multi-faceted artist who also creates beautiful original sketches and paintings. I have found myself attentive when listening to each song on this gem. I played it several times after my first listen, only to catch more of his lines. Take in the sounds for yourself and also support Blksunchild’s art and his other music through the links I’ve gathered. Included is the mini-story for a new favorite of mine, Vice City…
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Tiron & Ayomari – The Great New Wonderful LP (+Visual)
Tiron & Ayomari are doing something really cool with their new album, The Great New Wonderful, one I’ve anticipated since following The Wonderful Prelude parts 1 & 2. I believe these are necessary artists that have come about time because of the enlightening messages they so thoughtfully incorporate into each their projects. I deeply appreciate many of the ideas being explored and questioned throughout this one, including self identity, love, comfort zones, and change -to name a few. It is refreshing to have music to go to which reminds of the good things you are, and of your potential when you feel hopeless and paralyzed by events of life, while…
