Detroit-born, D.C.-based Nigerian-American artist, Chisom, is set to release his genre-defying new album, ‘Bracelets,’ an exploration of breaking free from societal and genre constraints. The twelve-song album showcases Chisom’s unique blend of hip-hop, alternative hip-hop, soul, afro-pop, and afro-fusion, infused with his soulful lyricism and rich African heritage. Inspired by his month-long trip to Houston, Texas, Chisom realized a recurring theme of breaking free from materialism in his lyrics. The writing of the fifth track, “Within,” solidified the powerful message he felt compelled to s ..read more

  Whitney Houston’s Gospel Legacy Lives On with New Album and Documentary ‘I Go to the Rock: The Gospel Music of Whitney Houston’ Documentary Premieres Friday, March 24, at 8 p.m. ET on UPtv and AspireTV   Today, Gaither Music Group, Arista/Legacy Recordings and The Estate of Whitney E. Houston release the long-awaited project I Go to the Rock: The Gospel Music of Whitney Houston. The album features 15 tracks, including six never-before-released songs, showcasing Whitney’s deep love for gospel music, which profoundly influenced her life and career. The album is available on CD throu ..read more

The highly anticipated third season of ‘The Cold Room’ premiered yesterday on Mixtape Madness’ YouTube channel at 7 pm GMT and was hosted by founder, Tweeko. Performing the first episode for this season would be Iranian/British Hip-Hop artist 021kid. In his freestyle episode, 021kid ferociously attacks the beat and delivers gritty and hard-hitting bars as he gives a strong impression of why he is the “father of Persian Drill music”. The flow of the Tweeko-produced beat is complemented by the artist’s distinctive pen game on the 3-minute-long song.  As the first Iranian rapper to have ta ..read more

Ahead of the launch of season 3, Tweeko and his manager, Jack Caddick PKA Frosty have announced that they would be partnering with premier UK publication, Mixtape Madness, and apparel line, Fully Paid Clothing for the upcoming season of ‘The Cold Room’. The highly anticipated third season of ‘The Cold Room’ premiered on March 23 at 7:00 PM GMT on YouTube via the Mixtape Madness channel and was hosted by founder, Tweeko. This season would include 20 episodes and would feature amazing acts like 021KID, D38, RAKZ, DELAURA, SDOG, and others.  The Cold Room, an original idea formed by Tweeko ..read more

On Friday, June 2nd, 5x GRAMMY Award-winning artist Naomi Raine will release her stunning debut live record Cover The Earth (TRIBL Records), which features a series of choir-filled performances recorded live from New York City and collaborations with 9x GRAMMY-nominee Natalie Grant, Chandler Moore (Justin Bieber, Maverick City Music), Todd Dulaney and Lizzie Morgan (Maverick City Music). Here we share the first song from the new album, “One Name (Jesus),” accompanied by a video from the performance taping. “‘One Name’ is about Jesus and my total reliance on him,” says Naomi. “O ..read more

K. Michelle, the critically acclaimed R&B artist known for her powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics, has released her latest single YOU, via MNRK Music Group. Produced by Hero, “YOU” showcases her signature soulful sound, coupled with her ability to craft honest and introspective lyrics that speak to her fans’ true emotions. This emotionally charged track delves into the complexities of relationships and the ups and downs that come with them. K. Michelle’s captivating voice sings over a smooth and melodic instrumental, making for a&nbs ..read more

  First things first, please introduce for me the members of The Hoodies… Class and Young Pop. Now let’s hop right into this brand new EP, What Pressure Makes – Conceptually, what does that title represent both to and for you all? Class: What Pressure Makes is the prequel to our album Hidden Gems, so conceptually it’s like us preparing the world for our glow up. This is the process of us becoming superstars in this culture; this EP is the first step of that process to becoming GEMS. How then does What Pressure Makes either differ and / or compare to previous The Hoodies’ entries? Pop: T ..read more

Up-and-coming pop artist Brii Elliss has just released her highly anticipated seven-song pop album, “Solitaire.” Drawing inspiration from her own experiences with singlehood and dating, Elliss crafted an album that embodies empowerment, love, forgiveness, and the complex emotions accompanying falling in and out of love. “Solitaire” takes listeners on a rollercoaster of emotions, beginning with the album’s opening track, “Bad Idea,” and continuing through the album with songs like “Hold,” “Spades,” and “Drunk on Me.” The powerful track “What You Do to Me” explores the challenging feelings asso ..read more

Bolivian-American actress and singer-songwriter Emilia Suárez reveal her captivating new music video for “Timing,” an enchanting visual journey that complements the song’s emotive and atmospheric essence. “Timing” showcases Emilia Suárez’s ability to weave a bewitching tale through her delicate piano ballad, which is layered with symphonic and atmospheric sounds. The indie-alternative single is a vulnerable and dreamy exploration of love, loss, and the passage of time. Since her debut in 2021 with the single “lil ghost,” Emilia Suárez has been making waves in the independent music scene. With ..read more

Fresh talent is breathing life into the music scene as MiLES., Atlanta’s rising star, unveils the captivating new visuals for his debut single, “Oxygen.” The gripping video captures the song’s essence and perfectly introduces this talented artist’s unique sound and style. In “Oxygen,” MiLES. invites his audience to embark on a journey of self-discovery and liberation, encouraging them to break free from the suffocating grip of toxic patterns and habits. The song delves into the importance of letting go of pride, acknowledging mistakes, and finding strength in vulnerability. The result is a po ..read more