Pittsburgh’s Mikebradio keeps things creatively freestyle throughout a series of releases that blend the rhythm of hip hop with the colours of pop and the absolute character of indie artistry.
Hip Hop
‘Classic vibes in the making’ pours through as a perfectly self-aware opening bar for this quickly energising, beautifully crafted and inspiring hip hop anthem from MALIK ALI.
A welcomed change in direction for the modern rap scene. An uplifting, motivational and consistently smart listen.
Intense and unsettling, heavy production that builds up from gritty to even grittier – Wrist proves an alternative yet surprisingly rhythmic, catchy new hip hop go-to for the late-night listeners.
Heavily conceptual, fearlessly honest in its depiction of the self and the inescapable sense of lostness imparted by paranoia – London duo Kings Cvstle take things back to the bare essentials, with a poetic and unnerving Rabbit Hole. Nostalgically offering a nod to the likes of The Four Owls but injecting that unmistakable Kings Cvstle … Continued
As always, there’s no mistaking the voice and rap stylings of Comatose Red Ivy. The music forever evolves, but vocal integrity rings true regardless.
An indie anthem of dark and addictive tones – Sonny Denja blends Latin flavours with heavy electronic sound-play throughout a minimal yet recognisable Duro.
13 Summers unites the embrace of storytelling with ambient sound-design and passionate delivery. The inevitable climb of King Moosa continues.
Lion Tribe manages to be both the catchy, self-empowering anthem that contemporary pop needs, and a notably alternative, artistically crafted indie hit.
Introducing a rapper and artist with lashings of confidence and creativity to gift the scene – Zadquiel marches to the beat of his own drum throughout a chaotic and captivating London Style.
Doug St. Amand leads with absolute purpose and story throughout a deeply moving, poignant and powerful Addicted.
Negus Deante goes hard and heavy throughout a fast-paced, mighty and memorable Van Exel.