It seems like every time I turn around music lovers everywhere are questioning the state of R&B. Claiming that new school R&B acts, not only lack the talent vocally but the content to keep us engaged like ones of the 90s and early 2000s. Although, I can agree in certain aspects I do believe we have some hidden gems that we sometimes forget to shed light on. Singer, Songwriter and Emerging star Noelle Kay being one of them. Hailing from the The Bronx section of New York City, Noelle began her musically journey at the young age of 7. Performing in many school plays and talent competitio ..read more

About two years ago, I got put on to an artist by the name of Billy Bands. Unlike many other artist, he is one artist that actually made me a fan since day 1. Coming through with a calm flow but illustrating a heavy hitter lifestyle. In an era of nothing but drilling, Billy Bands offers a refreshment for real rap lovers. If you scroll down his Instagram, you'll see nothing but fire emojis under all of his rap videos because I don't think anyone can deny that he really does talk that talk. A few days ago, he released a video entitled "Chanel&Celine"; a track off of surprise project Everyth ..read more

To most, Asian Doll is one of the more problematic female rappers. To me, Asian Doll is the creator of a movement of Gangsta Doll rappers that came following Nicki Minaj. Originally appearing on my radar about 5,6 years ago in colored hair, platform shoes alongside a choppa and Cuban Doll. Unlike many female rappers that were popular around that time, Asian Doll remained consistent and kept herself relevant over the years. Thus, when talk came about the "Queen Of Drill" in 2021; I could only agree that Asian was truly one of the originators of female drill music. Last week, Asian dropped high ..read more

Louisiana’s 504IcyGrl appeared on my radar last July when she released Missy Elliot sampled single “Work”. I remember being extremely impressed with her story. 504IcyGrl was just 23 but had launched New Orleans very first Cannabis company. Not only was she a super dope artist but a great example of a young women entrepreneur. Since then, I have seen 504IcyGrl continue to display just that. Putting on for girls everywhere and illustrating nonetheless of girl power. Collaborating with other popular female rappers like CeeFineAss and Detroit’s Vae Vanilla. Being a super big advocator for women e ..read more

Lee Bands appeared on my radar back in October 2021 when she dropped "I'm Back". I Immediately hit the follow button because I love girls who bring BIG ENERGY. And Lee Bands just gives me "Go Hard or Go Home" vibes. Now, although Lee Bands is new to me it seems like she's been making a name for herself in her hometown of Brooklyn for the past two years now. Garnering 14k views in less than 24 hours on her very first video "They On My Body". Since then she has also released duets with popular Brooklyn Drill rappers Mori Briscoe and Kush BinFlockin. Proving that she can definitely keep up with ..read more

Canarsie Brooklyn is home to rappers like the late Pop Smoke, Rah Swish, Curly Sav, Flipp Dinero, Dusty Locane and more. Emerging artist Rich Mav is yet another star coming out of Flatbush. I had the pleasure of chopping it up with him on Instagram Live yesterday. We talked growing up in Canarsie, attending Christ The King high school, his first encounter in the studio where he attempted to diss an ex and more. His latest single "Gold Digger" has definitely been added to my playlist. Listen below: https://youtu.be/J9x2Yz8_16A ..read more

Coi Leray recently released her very first album "Trendsetter". The project featured her single "Blick Blick" with Nicki Minaj, songs with Fivio Foreign, Yung Bleu, Young M.A, NAV, HER & G Herbo. Great picks if you ask me. Check out her video "Thief In The Night" with G Herbo below: https://youtu.be/TXvqWRCAcfk ..read more

River Park Towers is home to some very talented individuals. From D Thang to T Dot to Face Mob To Nay The Dancer To Bando and his sister Kenzo B. Back in December, I released a list of New York City's "Top Female Rappers". If you're not familiar, this list caused alot of commotion in the city. Many people claiming I missed out on some of the girls including Kenzo B. Now, if you know me I do my research. Unfortunately, at the time I couldn't find any songs on major streaming platforms or videos on YouTube. I did find some fire Trillers previewing music. Fortunately, she started off the year st ..read more

Leeky G Bando is quickly becoming one of my favorite drill artist. Apparently, I'm not the only one that thinks he does his thing. Lately I've been hearing talk about him being one of New York City's top 5 drill artist. Two years ago, Leeky released a video entitled "Two Three Shots" which was a hood fav and had already surpassed 1million views. Leeky G Bando is now back with a Part 2, watch below: https://youtu.be/DhhFE8O-Z7Y ..read more

A couple of months ago, I released an article stating that Ciggy Blacc was becoming one of my favorite drill artist. Fortunately, he has yet to disappoint me. Every hook is always super strong for me. In new video "My Heart" he raps "If you get on, put your mans on; if you don't then you know that you dead wrong". Alot of times I think new artist forget the power they have to put messages in music. Alot of drill rappers get millions of views for speaking negativitely on others but what if those same videos had an important message thrown into the verse. I personally think the world would be be ..read more