Polls are now open for you to vote for your favorite artist to win Artist of The Year 2023! Another great year has passed here on New Houston Music Outlet and first we’d like to give a great, big shout out to all of amazing acts who’ve graced our pages. We’ve compiled every artist featured on our site this year into this poll for you to choose who you think should take home the gold in 2023. We’ve seen some formidable acts win big in recent years. With Jamie Hancock, the rapper known formerly as SVN winning in 2015, to Alamo Records signed artist Trevor Daniel winning it in 2016, and cloud rap ..read more

Oklahoma native artist Exxo KB recently dropped a heartfelt tribute album dedicated to his mother. ‘Forever My First Love’ submerses you in a deep ocean of feels right at the intro where you hear the young artist stewing in the booth, a harbinger for the ride the next 30 minutes will be. ‘Forever My First Love’ is a journey of growth, sacrifice, and unwavering love. It’s filled with a range of emotions, from chill vibes to high-energy moments. Exxo KB previously released 3 other projects, one being his debut album. After losing his mother in November 2022, his latest project was crafted ..read more

Kevin Samuels is a name that stirs up a mix of different opinions. He lived a life on YouTube and other social media sites that drew a lot of debate, criticism, and at times controversy. His opinions on life, dating, money, and relationships are chronicled through his extensive library of videos and livestreams. To some, he was a father figure who gave practical advice to men and women on how to get along in a modern, Western society; someone who taught people how to be the best version of themselves. To others, he was a harsh critic who spread vitriol towards women. One thing is for certain ..read more

Producer Ramxes Releases New Album ‘Testuo’ Houston, Texas:  Producer, Ramxes (Ramses) has released yet another beat tape and it’s a canvas splash of musical sound. Your mind is the canvas as the funky baselines, addictive guitar/ piano riffs, and atmospheric sounds are the paint Ramxes uses to create a new Pollock-esque mural. The opening monologue of the album sets the tone of the project immediately as it details the journey you are about to partake on. A centerpiece track of the album, ‘Paradigm Pristine’ is a real treat featuring some dope vocal work by featuring artist, CAAB ..read more

Animal Collective returned to White Oak in Houston on July 16th, riding the success of their comeback album, Time Skiffs. Photo Credit: P. Alcala The post Animal Collective- LIVE @ White Oak Music appeared first on New Houston Music Outlet ..read more

Comedian Dave Chappelle is doing relatively well after a man rushed the stage during his Los Angeles show, and tackled him. The video, posted by On Demand News shows the man making impact with Chappelle. Police and security are seen chasing the man and eventually hauling him away in an ambulance as onlookers booed. In typical comedic fashion, the 48-year-old comedian made light of the event, still making jokes as security was gaining control of the situation. Apparently, Jamie Foxx had rushed the stage to aid the Netflix is A Joke comedian. Chris Rock, who suffered a notoriously, dirty slap f ..read more

His name is Temiloluwa Michael Afolabi. Known as Luwa Xl, he holds the credits of rapper, singer, songwriter, lyricist and producer. Hailing from Nigeria and based in Houston TX, this 20-year-old musician has been composing music since he was just in high school. He released his first album ‘The Dream’ in May 2020 and also released a single ‘MIND CONVERSATION 2’ on November 5th, 2021. STREAM NEW SINGLE BY LUWA XI ‘BREAD’ ON SPOTIFY- OUT NOW Listening to Luwa XI is like taking an adventure. You don’t know what to expect and will be delighted at what you find. His relentless, bar for bar style ..read more