
Jay Worthy – “Bullshit” ft. Kamaiyah
Compton and Oakland join hands when Jay Worthy and Kamaiyah collide for the song “Bullshit.” It’s produced by Cardo Got…
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Kee Riche$ – “Tell Me”
Kee Riche$ comes with the melodies on his new single, “Tell Me.” Here, he’s trying to work through the problems…
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Mad North – “Still Gone Cuff”
Mad North returns with a new single titled “Still Gone Cuff,” produced by Creezonnabeat. He’s calling out anyone giving the…
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Phonk P – “Gangland” ft. Mozzy & Bonkerz
Compton rapper Phonk P enlists Mozzy and Bonkerz for his new single, “Gangland.” RadioAktive produced the track, which features fast…
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Kee Riche$ – “End of Summer”
Summer’s been over for a minute, but you know Kee Riche$ had to get his seasonal outro in. The Compton…
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Bossmann – ‘I Don’t Brag Enough’
It’s time for Bossmann to talk his shit. I Don’t Brag Enough is here, and you won’t find a single…
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Chris O’Bannon – “Automatic”
Chris O’Bannon’s “Automatic” is a good time.” The light synths will instantly boost your mood, and the veteran vocalist knows…
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Seafood Sam – ‘Dior Velour’
Seafood Sam has lyricism for days, and he’s putting it on display on his new album Dior Velour. A gravelly,…
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BR2CRAZE – “I Do” ft. TayF3rd
BR2CRAZE drops off a breezy new single titled “I Do,” featuring TayF3rd. The song got a warm reception when he…
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HeyDeon – “Alive”
If you’re in need of a jolt of energy to get you through the day, press play on HeyDeon’s “Alive.”…
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Prince Kofi ft. Rucci, Ride4Blackk & BossMan- Pint Drunk
While Pouring up some Quali and recording in the studio Prince Kofi & Mackk&Co. cook up to make track “Pint…
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FrostyDaSnowMann – “FResH ouT”
Frosty’s home. Right after the original Gurber announced he was finally free to a raucous reception, he’s respecting tradition by…
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Prince Kofi ft.Que Heffe-Same Stuff
Fresh off throwing a successful “Prince Kofi & Friends” with performances by WeezGB, 1TakeQuan, Kee Riches, AzBenzz and more. Prince…
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HeyDeon – “Layup”
After releasing his debut album Sucker 4 Love to warm reviews this summer, HeyDeon returns with “Layup.” Cassius’ production adds…
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BoogieFTS – “Midtown Love”
BoogieFTS goes old school with his new single “Midtown Love,” produced by Zoran Beats. The intro samples the unmistakable “West…
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DomFromTheWest- “With You”
DomFromTheWest isn’t here to play no games. The Self-Proclaimed “Aspiring SoundCloud Rapper” dishes out an R&B song by the name…
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03 Greedo – “She’s Foreign” & “Bring the Block Outside”
The vault of 03 Greedo has blessed us once again. The Wolf of Grape Street returns with two new singles,…
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Saviii 3rd – “Politics”
On the heels of his recent single “Outside,” Saviii 3rd is back for more with “Politics.” The Long Beach rapper…
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Yung Kazi – ‘Don’t Be Afraid of the Night’
Don’t be afraid of the night, because Yung Kazi has got you covered. His new album is an ominous listen,…
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Villain Park – ‘The Recipe’
At long last, Villain Park has returned with The Recipe. The group’s debut album is a cinematic experience, containing news…
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Jay Worthy – “Bullshit” ft. Kamaiyah
Compton and Oakland join hands when Jay Worthy and Kamaiyah collide for the song “Bullshit.” It’s produced by Cardo Got Wings, who previously collaborated with

Kee Riche$ – “Tell Me”
Kee Riche$ comes with the melodies on his new single, “Tell Me.” Here, he’s trying to work through the problems with his lady, asking to

Mad North – “Still Gone Cuff”
Mad North returns with a new single titled “Still Gone Cuff,” produced by Creezonnabeat. He’s calling out anyone giving the wrong woman a ring, shit-talking

MoThoro Embarks on a New Chapter on ‘Primetime’
The story behind MoThoro is relatively unconventional in hip-hop. This past spring, the 23 year old received his master’s degree…
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Bossmann – ‘I Don’t Brag Enough’
It’s time for Bossmann to talk his shit. I Don’t Brag Enough is here, and you won’t find a single…
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Hitta G- Unmatched
Hitta G, apart of the MoneyComeFirst collective, has dropped a solo tape, entitled Unmatched. From playing around with music since…
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Trev Deshon- Stressin’
From acting to rapping, Trev Deshon, has showcased his passion in the arts and has made a name for himself…
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HeyDeon Blends Soulful Sounds With the Arcade on ‘Sucker For Love’
If you love smooth R&B, arcade-like production, and positive lyrics, HeyDeon’s Sucker for Love is a gift for you. On…
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Holland Izz Shines on ‘Stay Sunny’
Everybody loves the sunshine, and Holland Izz does too. Of course, it’s not surprising; with the amount of enthusiasm, vibrancy,…
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Steve Lacy- Apollo XXI
Steve Lacy, has emerged from his metamorphosis. Until now, his only release was the six track EP titled Steve Lacy’s…
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Tyler J.-Outta My Element
If you don’t know who Tyler J. is by now, you’re missing out on some great and catchy content! 1Take.Ty…
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The Evolution of Tyler, the Creator
While being one of the few artists who can say they write, produce, and direct their own work, the Westchester…
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Kee Riche$- From Broke to Rich
From putting an exceptional amount of effort into bettering his community, to having a growing clothing brand, to spending countless…
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Azjah- Princess Diaries
On April 26, Compton’s Azjah debuts her album, Princess Diaries, which tells her story as well as shows the different…
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Maxo’s Pensive ‘Lil Big Man’ is Worthy of Your Attention
Pomona’s own Maxo comes in with his sophomore album: Lil Big Man. For seasoned listeners, the title harkens back to…
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Jetpack Jones Drops Off a Mellow Gem on his ‘Goats’ EP
Coming off of a four project year in 2018, Jetpack Jones is returning with another evolution in his artistry on…
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Almighty Suspect and AzChike are Hostile as Ever on ‘Almighty Chike’
Two of the pioneers of LA’s new wave in Almighty Suspect and AzChike have teamed up for an aggressive, thoroughly…
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Fih – “La Brea & Slauson”
La Brea native Fih comes with soulful sounds on her new two track “La Brea & Slauson.” Freestyling over Jay-Z’s…
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Westside $tew’s ‘Dedication’ is a Fast-Paced Exercise in Shit-talking
Westside $tew has upped the tempo on his newest mixtape Dedication, switching it up from last year’s Fidel Cashflow Vol.…
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TrapDes Wins with his Charisma on ‘The Problem’
TrapDes’s latest project The Problem opens with a verse from jail by Des’ homie Dody6, who’s been locked up for…
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Rucci and 1Take Jay Go for Gold on ‘The Winning Team’
This year, 1Take Jay and Rucci have made quite the uproar. They’ve racked up streams and taken their music across…
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REASON WILL LEAVE YOU THINKING ON “THERE YOU HAVE IT”
You can hear it in REASON’s voice when he speaks: the ravenous hunger, showing that there’s nothing else he wants…
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WESTSIDE $TEW DOES IT ALL ON ‘FIDEL CASHFLOW VOL. 2’
Westside $tew’s latest project, Fidel Cashflow Vol. 2, is his greatest work yet. The immense energy he brought into the…
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MoThoro Embarks on a New Chapter on ‘Primetime’
The story behind MoThoro is relatively unconventional in hip-hop. This past spring, the 23 year old received his master’s degree in business from Hampton University.

Bossmann – ‘I Don’t Brag Enough’
It’s time for Bossmann to talk his shit. I Don’t Brag Enough is here, and you won’t find a single ounce of humbleness within the

Hitta G- Unmatched
Hitta G, apart of the MoneyComeFirst collective, has dropped a solo tape, entitled Unmatched. From playing around with music since 2013, to taking a serious

Seafood Sam’s ‘Dior Velour’ Made his Dad Want to Rap: Interview
In the midst of DTLA’s historic Jewelry District sits a relatively new venture, by the name of Jumpman LA. To…
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ihateyouALX Wants to Shine a Light on His Heritage: Interview
Everything ihateyouALX does is authentic. His animosity-infused name isn’t a gimmicky attempt at a quick click, it’s simply because an ex-girlfriend…
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Six Sev Describes the Long Road to Sevshaw: Interview
Six Sev has tied his identity to his community in a way that few artists have. He’s a regular at…
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Navin on Being an Engineer/Producer, Working with Drakeo: Behind the Boards
Navin was a young, eager college student ready to take music head on. Originally born in Ohio, the multifaceted producer…
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Saviii 3rd Has a New Energy: Interview
Saviii 3rd looks like a man after a 300 lb. barbell has been lifted off his shoulders. In his music…
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Zay Coronado Wants to be Universal: Behind the Boards Interview
Zay Coronado grew up all over Los Angeles, and his collaborations stretch as far as the city limits. The 19…
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Walt Mansa Speaks on ‘I Hope Your Happy,’ LFTFLD: Behind the Boards
Walt Mansa hails from Leimert Park, an area filled with many black creatives who work in a variety of avenues.…
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Bigg Boo is a Self-Made Staple in LA: Behind the Boards Interview
From waking up every morning to work at DirecTV to investing in his first recording studio in Downtown Los Angeles,…
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Paupa Talks about Creating the Producer Palace on Behind the Boards
“Paupa got beats making history on God” – sound familiar? If you’re tuned in with what’s happening in LA…
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Hollywood Talks Producing, Meeting Nipsey Hussle: Behind the Boards
Produced by Hollywood, but made in South Central. The HITMOB producer has made a name for himself through collaborations with…
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Mike Free is Still Leveling Up: Interview
LA sounded a little different when Mike Free first entered the game. Traffic music was still waiting to get the…
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Pee5 Sheds Light on What Went into ‘The City Mixtape 2’
Last year, a man by the name of Pee5 had a vision that he wanted to bring to life -…
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VonDon Talks His New Project ‘LA’s Finest’
On March 31, 2019, VonDon dropped his tape, entitled LA’s Finest. Later that same day, he was stunned to hear…
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Behind the Boards: Low the Great
Low the Great didn’t plan on becoming one of the hottest producers in LA when he first started making beats.…
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Behind the Boards: JR
JR was a normal teenager growing up in LA, long before he ever became a beatmaker. He was a baseball…
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Behind the Boards: JoogFTR
After growing up in the Leimert Park area and attending Crenshaw High School, JoogFTR has emerged as one of the…
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Behind the Boards: Laudiano
Lil Laudiano’s rising success has been truly impressive, as he’s already landed plenty of noteworthy accomplishments early in his career.…
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Kee Riche$ is Putting in the Work to Help his Whole Community ‘Get Rich’
From creating hits in the booth to serving those in his community, Kee Riche$ has been showing day to day…
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Behind the Boards: Ricebovvl
Ricebovvl, a rising producer from Los Angeles, has found his distinct sound with bass trembling beats that include a unique…
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How MoThoro Balances Music with his Studies at Hampton University
Roughly 3000 miles away from his hometown of Los Angeles, MoThoro sits in a Hampton University lecture hall as he…
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Seafood Sam’s ‘Dior Velour’ Made his Dad Want to Rap: Interview
In the midst of DTLA’s historic Jewelry District sits a relatively new venture, by the name of Jumpman LA. To the untrained eye, it’s a

ihateyouALX Wants to Shine a Light on His Heritage: Interview
Everything ihateyouALX does is authentic. His animosity-infused name isn’t a gimmicky attempt at a quick click, it’s simply because an ex-girlfriend said it to his face

Six Sev Describes the Long Road to Sevshaw: Interview
Six Sev has tied his identity to his community in a way that few artists have. He’s a regular at Harun Coffee, the black-owned coffee

Navin on Being an Engineer/Producer, Working with Drakeo: Behind the Boards
Navin was a young, eager college student ready to take music head on. Originally born in Ohio, the multifaceted producer moved to Los Angeles to

Saviii 3rd Has a New Energy: Interview
Saviii 3rd looks like a man after a 300 lb. barbell has been lifted off his shoulders. In his music and videos, he wields a

G Perico Announces Roc Nation Deal, New Project ‘Ten-Eight’
G Perico just got his deal. In a new interview with Complex, the South Central storyteller breaks down his new…
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A Letter to Nipsey Hussle
For the last eight years, you have been integral to my hustle, and the reason I am who I am…
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Best Projects of 2018
It’s safe to say Los Angeles had an incredible 2018. Artists in the city are hungrier than ever as the…
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Best Producers of 2018
It’s safe to say Los Angeles had an incredible 2018. Artists in the city are hungrier than ever as the…
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Artists to Watch in 2019
It’s safe to say Los Angeles had an incredible 2018. Artists in the city are hungrier than ever as the…
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Best Songs of 2018
It’s safe to say Los Angeles had an incredible 2018. Artists in the city are hungrier than ever as the…
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Why Do Sound Engineers Matter More Than Ever? We Asked a Few to Find Out
The importance of having a quality sound engineer work on your project can’t be stressed enough. For those looking to…
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LA Takes NY: Inside Shoreline Mafia’s Only The Xclusives Tour
Photo credit: Yatta From coast to coast, LA knows how to show out! Last week, 1Take Jay, AzChike, Rucci, &…
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The Faultline, Vol. 6: Ranking the Hottest Songs of the Summer
Summertime in LA is always special. We have mother nature to thank for the gorgeous (if sweltering) weather, lovers and…
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The Faultline, Vol. 5
When Silk Penny speaks, you better listen. When the man behind Silk Penny’s character a.k.a. Premo Rice speaks, you better…
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G Perico Announces Roc Nation Deal, New Project ‘Ten-Eight’
G Perico just got his deal. In a new interview with Complex, the South Central storyteller breaks down his new partnership with Roc Nation, and

A Letter to Nipsey Hussle
For the last eight years, you have been integral to my hustle, and the reason I am who I am today. You are the reason

Best Projects of 2018
It’s safe to say Los Angeles had an incredible 2018. Artists in the city are hungrier than ever as the wins are starting to roll