The blissfully positive and focused story-telling and soulful embrace of Echo Park Lake injects a much-needed sense of humanity and heart into modern hip hop, and speaks volumes on behalf of the talent and integrity of both artists.
Hip Hop
Celebrating the power of collaboration, Ryan Mills Presents joins forces with the mighty Project Parallels, Qwill, Wordsworth, & REKS, for the trip-hop and hip hop-fusion beauty of Illuminate.
Freely bridging the gaps between hip hop and dance, between comedy and artistic identity, Mr. Riopelle crafts a floor-filler with lashings of personality, for the sexually provocative and undeniably catchy new single Top Era.
“I was giving the vibes I felt that I lived during the creation of the track. Whether I’m bragging or in pain it’s visceral, you feel it too.”
“I make music for people who feel lost or broken as well as alone and I’m here to remind you that you aren’t alone, I hope to create a positive impact on the people who listen and follow the journey.”
“Block out all the negative feedback, constructive criticism is always good, but some will try to sabotage you with harmful word play.”
“I started to understand my purpose when it came to music. I starting to perform my songs for my church and from there I fell in love with creating my music.”
DFG June brings blissfully soulful RnB vocals and fast-flowing lyrical reflections to immersive sound-design and a bass-led groove, for the intoxicating new single Sexual Privilege.
Releasing in collaboration with Fly National and Popmfs label, Up Dare brings retro synths, keys and colour to the current scene, along with a gritty yet addictively rhythmic vocal flow that naturally gifts things an earworm aspect.
There’s almost a touch of irony in the nostalgic presentation of this otherwise contemporary exploration of concept. The very thought of the GOAT is undoubtedly a modern day reference, but the yesteryear production and confident melodic stylings of this release draw focus to anything but the current sound of the scene.
“If you like gangster rap music and would like to see the underworld talent of Northern California Rappers from Sacramento, tap in to the music – you won’t regret it.”
Forever walking his own path creatively, D-BLOCH maintains a sense of going against the grain, but balances this with a clearly honed ear for what connects and what engages with listeners. LIKE THAT subtly blends genres, almost feeling like a dance floor-filler at its peak, and offers a relatable story in the process.