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		<title>BONNI3 LAUNCHES LIMITLESS MEDIA NETWORK, PARTNERS WITH FUJI MOLLOTTI TO CREATE NEW PLATFORM FOR EMERGING ARTISTS</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The new media network expands the vision behind Limitless Magazine with original programming, artist features, live performance opportunities and Limitless Mic Drop. Artist, entrepreneur and media creator BONNI3 is taking the next step in her vision for independent music with the launch of the Limitless Media Network, a growing media platform designed to give emerging [&#038;hellip]]></description>
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<p class="p2"><i>The new media network expands the vision behind Limitless Magazine with original programming, artist features, live performance opportunities and Limitless Mic Drop.</i><i></i></p>
<p class="p3">Artist, entrepreneur and media creator BONNI3 is taking the next step in her vision for independent music with the launch of the <b>Limitless Media Network</b>, a growing media platform designed to give emerging artists more than just exposure — it aims to create opportunities for artists to be seen, heard and developed.</p>
<p class="p3">At the center of the network&#8217;s expansion is a new partnership between BONNI3 and Indianapolis-based host and creative <b>Fuji Mollotti</b>, who has joined forces with BONNI3 to bring <b>Limitless Mic Drop</b> to life.</p>
<p class="p3">The collaboration combines BONNI3&#8217;s vision for <a href="https://limitless-magazine.com/"><span class="s1">Limitless Magazine</span></a> and its growing media ecosystem with Fuji Mollotti&#8217;s presence as the host of Limitless Mic Drop, creating a platform centered around artists and their music.</p>
<p class="p4"><b>FROM MAGAZINE TO MEDIA NETWORK</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p3">What began as <a href="https://limitless-magazine.com/"><span class="s1">Limitless Magazine</span></a> is evolving into something much larger.</p>
<p class="p3">BONNI3 has been building Limitless around music discovery, artist storytelling, radio, interviews, performances and opportunities for independent talent. The launch of the Limitless Media Network represents the next phase of that vision — bringing those different elements together under one larger media brand.</p>
<p class="p3">Rather than creating another platform where artists simply upload music and hope someone notices, BONNI3&#8217;s approach is focused on building programming around the artists themselves.</p>
<p class="p3">That includes music coverage, interviews, artist features, radio programming, video content and performance opportunities. And one of the newest additions is Limitless Mic Drop.</p>
<p class="p4"><b>LIMITLESS MIC DROP: PUTTING ARTISTS IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p3">Hosted by Fuji Mollotti, Limitless Mic Drop is being developed as a performance-driven platform where emerging artists can submit their music for consideration and potentially become part of the show&#8217;s live performance programming.</p>
<p class="p3">The concept goes beyond simply reviewing a song.</p>
<p class="p3">Artists can be considered for opportunities involving music reviews, live performances, media coverage and additional exposure through the Limitless platform.</p>
<p class="p3"><i>“I wanted Limitless to become more than just a magazine. I wanted it to become a real media network where artists can actually have opportunities to participate, perform and build their story.”</i><i></i></p>
<p class="p4"><b>BONNI3 AND FUJI MOLLOTTI</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p3">The partnership with Fuji Mollotti adds another important element to the network.</p>
<p class="p3">As the host of Limitless Mic Drop, Fuji brings a personality and on-camera presence to a show designed around artist discovery and performance.</p>
<p class="p3">Together, BONNI3 and Fuji are creating a format that puts the artist at the center.</p>
<p class="p3">The goal isn&#8217;t simply to create another interview or performance series. Limitless Mic Drop is being positioned as a recurring destination where independent artists can introduce themselves to a wider audience and become part of the Limitless ecosystem.</p>
<p class="p3">For artists, that means the opportunity starts with a submission.</p>
<p class="p3"><b>Submit your music. Get considered. And potentially step onto the Mic Drop stage.</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p4"><b>BUILDING SOMETHING FOR THE NEXT WAVE</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p3">BONNI3&#8217;s expansion into a media network also reflects a larger belief in the future of independent music.</p>
<p class="p3">The modern artist has to be more than a recording artist. They have to build an identity, create content, develop an audience and find meaningful opportunities to connect with people.</p>
<p class="p3">That&#8217;s where BONNI3 sees Limitless fitting into the equation.</p>
<p class="p3">The Limitless Media Network is being built around the idea that artists shouldn&#8217;t have to wait for a traditional gatekeeper to decide whether they&#8217;re worth showcasing.</p>
<p class="p3">Through its growing collection of shows, editorial coverage, radio programming and performance opportunities, Limitless is creating its own lane.</p>
<p class="p3">And Limitless Mic Drop is becoming one of the clearest examples of that vision.</p>
<p class="p4"><b>THE LIMITLESS MEDIA NETWORK EXPANDS ITS REACH</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p3">The launch of the Limitless Media Network is also being supported by a growing digital content ecosystem, giving artists and audiences additional ways to connect with the brand beyond the magazine itself.</p>
<p class="p3">One of the network&#8217;s major milestones has been the successful launch of the Limitless Media Network YouTube channel, creating a dedicated home for original video programming, artist interviews, performances, features and new Limitless content.</p>
<p class="p5"><span class="s2"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@LimitlessMediaNetwork">Visit the Limitless Media Network YouTube channel</a></span></p>
<p class="p3">BONNI3 is also expanding the network through podcasting with No Label Needed, a podcast focused on conversations, artist development, music culture and the realities of building an independent career. The show is now available through Apple Podcasts, iHeart and other major podcast platforms, extending the Limitless conversation beyond video and editorial media.</p>
<p class="p3">The combination of YouTube, podcasting, radio, editorial coverage and live performance programming gives the Limitless Media Network multiple ways to reach artists and audiences wherever they consume media.</p>
<p class="p4"><b>THE LIMITLESS ERA IS JUST GETTING STARTED</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p3">For BONNI3, this isn&#8217;t simply the launch of another show.</p>
<p class="p3">It&#8217;s an expansion of the world she has been building.</p>
<p class="p3">Limitless Magazine. Limitless Magazine Radio. Limitless Mic Drop. Original programming. Artist media. Performance opportunities.</p>
<p class="p3">Together, they form the foundation of the Limitless Media Network.</p>
<p class="p3">With Fuji Mollotti joining BONNI3 as the host of Limitless Mic Drop, the network is entering a new chapter focused on bringing independent artists directly into the spotlight.</p>
<p class="p3">And for artists looking for their next opportunity, the message is clear:</p>
<p class="p6"><b>DON&#8217;T JUST RELEASE YOUR MUSIC. PUT YOURSELF IN THE ROOM.</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p3"><b>Submit your music to Limitless Mic Drop and get considered for the platform.</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p7"><b>Limitless Media Network is building the next wave — and BONNI3 is building it Limitless.</b></p>
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		<title>SAMMY CAIN: RAW LYRICISM, SOUTHERN ROOTS, AND A VOICE BUILT FOR HIP-HOP</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 06:58:17 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In a genre built on individuality, storytelling, and the ability to turn real-life experiences into music, Sammy Cain is developing a sound that refuses to blend into the background. With raw lyricism, street-smart storytelling, and a magnetic stage presence, Cain is carving out his own lane in hip-hop—one bar, one record, and one performance at [&#038;hellip]]></description>
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<p class="p5">In a genre built on individuality, storytelling, and the ability to turn real-life experiences into music, Sammy Cain is developing a sound that refuses to blend into the background.</p>
<p class="p5">With raw lyricism, street-smart storytelling, and a magnetic stage presence, Cain is carving out his own lane in hip-hop—one bar, one record, and one performance at a time.</p>
<p class="p5">His approach is rooted in authenticity.</p>
<p class="p5">Rather than chasing whatever happens to be trending, Sammy Cain draws from the sounds and artists that shaped him, combining the grit of Southern rap with the introspective storytelling that has defined some of hip-hop&#8217;s most influential voices.</p>
<p class="p5">The result is an artist who understands that great hip-hop isn&#8217;t simply about making noise.</p>
<p class="p6">It&#8217;s about having something to say.</p>
<p class="p7"><b>ROOTED IN THE SOUND OF THE SOUTH</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p5">Sammy Cain&#8217;s musical identity is heavily influenced by the gritty, uncompromising energy of Southern hip-hop.</p>
<p class="p5">That influence can be felt in his delivery, his storytelling, and his approach to writing.</p>
<p class="p5">Southern rap has always had a distinct ability to transform everyday experiences into vivid musical narratives—whether those experiences involve struggle, ambition, relationships, survival, loyalty, or the pursuit of something greater.</p>
<p class="p5">Cain carries that tradition forward while bringing his own perspective to it.</p>
<p class="p5">His influences include legendary artists such as Tupac, T.I., and J. Cole, three artists whose careers demonstrate the power of combining lyrical ability with personality, perspective, and substance.</p>
<p class="p5">From Tupac&#8217;s emotional honesty and social awareness, to T.I.&#8217;s Southern influence and commanding presence, to J. Cole&#8217;s introspective writing and ability to turn personal experiences into universal stories, those influences provide a glimpse into the type of artist Cain is becoming.</p>
<p class="p5">But influence isn&#8217;t imitation.</p>
<p class="p6">And Sammy Cain is clearly focused on building an identity of his own.</p>
<p class="p7"><b>FROM HIGH SCHOOL CYPHERS TO THE RECORDING STUDIO</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p5">Long before the streams and official releases, there were cyphers.</p>
<p class="p5">For Sammy Cain, the journey began during his high school years, freestyling alongside other aspiring MCs and developing his ability to think quickly, command attention, and put words together under pressure.</p>
<p class="p5">Those early cyphers provided something that can&#8217;t be manufactured in a studio: experience.</p>
<p class="p5">You learn how to hold your own.</p>
<p class="p5">You learn how to listen.</p>
<p class="p5">You learn how to respond.</p>
<p class="p5">You learn how to find your voice.</p>
<p class="p5">And you learn that having something to say means nothing if you can&#8217;t deliver it.</p>
<p class="p6">Those experiences helped lay the foundation for Cain&#8217;s development as an artist.</p>
<p class="p7"><b>THE POWER OF AUTHENTIC STORYTELLING</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p5">At the heart of Sammy Cain&#8217;s music is storytelling.</p>
<p class="p5">His approach reflects an understanding that hip-hop has always been one of music&#8217;s most powerful forms of personal documentation.</p>
<p class="p5">A great rapper can make you hear a beat.</p>
<p class="p5">A great storyteller can make you see a situation.</p>
<p class="p5">Cain aims for the latter.</p>
<p class="p5">His street-smart perspective gives his writing a grounded quality, while his influences encourage him to explore more than surface-level subject matter.</p>
<p class="p5">The goal isn&#8217;t simply to tell listeners what happened.</p>
<p class="p6">It&#8217;s to make them feel like they were there.</p>
<p class="p7"><b>MORE THAN A STREAM COUNT</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p5">In today&#8217;s music industry, numbers can become an easy way to measure momentum.</p>
<p class="p5">Streams matter. Views matter. Engagement matters.</p>
<p class="p5">But for an independent artist, every listener represents something more important: an opportunity to build a relationship.</p>
<p class="p5">Sammy Cain has already begun accumulating thousands of streams across his latest singles, providing evidence that his music is finding listeners and creating momentum.</p>
<p class="p5">But the larger story isn&#8217;t simply the number attached to a streaming platform.</p>
<p class="p5">It&#8217;s what happens when somebody hears a song for the first time and decides they want to hear another one.</p>
<p class="p5">That&#8217;s how audiences are built.</p>
<p class="p6">A listener becomes a fan. A fan becomes a supporter. A supporter shares the music. Gradually, an artist begins developing a community around the music.</p>
<p class="p7"><b>A STAGE PRESENCE THAT MATCHES THE MUSIC</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p5">Recording a song is one skill. Performing it is another.</p>
<p class="p5">Sammy Cain brings a magnetic stage presence that complements the intensity of his writing.</p>
<p class="p5">Hip-hop was never designed to exist solely inside headphones. It&#8217;s a live art form.</p>
<p class="p5">The best performers understand how to take the energy of a record and translate it into a room full of people.</p>
<p class="p6">Cain&#8217;s ability to command attention gives his music another dimension.</p>
<p class="p7"><b>BUILDING A LANE INSTEAD OF FOLLOWING ONE</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p5">The modern music industry gives artists more opportunities than ever to release music. But accessibility has created another challenge: how do you stand out?</p>
<p class="p5">For Sammy Cain, the answer appears to be authenticity.</p>
<p class="p5">His identity isn&#8217;t built around trying to become someone else. It&#8217;s built around sharpening who he already is.</p>
<p class="p5">Southern roots. Raw lyricism. Street-smart storytelling. Personal perspective. Strong influences. And the ambition to create something that lasts.</p>
<p class="p6">Those ingredients give Cain a foundation to build from as he continues developing his catalog.</p>
<p class="p7"><b>THE NEXT CHAPTER</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p5">Every artist has a beginning.</p>
<p class="p5">For Sammy Cain, that beginning includes high school cyphers, freestyles, influences from some of hip-hop&#8217;s most respected voices, and the gradual development of a sound that reflects his own experiences.</p>
<p class="p5">Now, the next chapter is about expansion.</p>
<p class="p5">More music. More performances. More listeners. More stories. More opportunities.</p>
<p class="p5">The foundation has already been laid.</p>
<p class="p5">The music is moving.</p>
<p class="p5">The audience is growing.</p>
<p class="p6">And the ambition is clear.</p>
<p class="p7"><b>SAMMY CAIN IS JUST GETTING STARTED</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p5">Hip-hop has always made room for artists willing to tell their truth.</p>
<p class="p5">Sammy Cain is stepping into that tradition with a sound shaped by Southern rap, inspired by legends, and driven by his own experiences.</p>
<p class="p5">From high school cyphers to thousands of streams, the journey has already moved beyond the starting line.</p>
<p class="p5">But the most interesting part of an artist&#8217;s story is often what comes next.</p>
<p class="p6">And for Sammy Cain, there is still plenty of story left to tell.</p>
<p class="p7"><b>THE VOICE IS DEVELOPING. THE AUDIENCE IS LISTENING. THE LANE IS BEING BUILT.</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p5">And Sammy Cain intends to make sure his name is attached to it.</p>
<p class="p8"><span class="s1"><b>Read the full Limitless Magazine feature: </b><a href="https://limitless-magazine.com/2026/06/14/sammy-cain-the-voice-of-a-new-generation-making-noise-beyond-the-booth/"><span class="s2">Sammy Cain: The Voice of a New Generation — Making Noise Beyond the Booth</span></a></span></p>
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		<title>LIMITLESS MIC DROP LAUNCHES WITH A MISSION: BUILD ARTISTS, NOT JUST MOMENTS</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 06:33:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The stage is set, the cameras are rolling, and a new chapter for independent artists has officially begun. Limitless Mic Drop has successfully launched, introducing a performance platform built around something much bigger than simply putting artists in front of a microphone. The vision is simple but powerful: give artists a place to perform, a [&#038;hellip]]></description>
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<p class="p4">The stage is set, the cameras are rolling, and a new chapter for independent artists has officially begun.</p>
<p class="p4">Limitless Mic Drop has successfully launched, introducing a performance platform built around something much bigger than simply putting artists in front of a microphone.</p>
<p class="p4">The vision is simple but powerful: give artists a place to perform, a place to be heard, a place to create professional content, and—most importantly—a place to grow.</p>
<p class="p4">At the center of that vision is Fuji Mollotti, the official host and one of the driving personalities behind the platform, alongside Bonni3, founder of Limitless Magazine and The Music Matrixx.</p>
<p class="p4">Together, they are building something that sits at the intersection of live performance, media, marketing, artist development, and community.</p>
<p class="p4">And that combination is exactly what makes Limitless Mic Drop different.</p>
<p class="p5"><b>FUJI MOLLOTTI: MORE THAN A HOST</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p4">Every successful platform needs a face that understands its culture.</p>
<p class="p4">For Limitless Mic Drop, that face is Fuji Mollotti.</p>
<p class="p4">Fuji&#8217;s relationship with music goes far beyond standing on a stage and introducing performers. He comes from the artist side of the industry, with a career rooted in hip-hop and experience navigating the realities that independent artists face while trying to build something of their own. His industry work has also included talent scouting, artist development, interviews, networking, and building relationships within the music business.</p>
<p class="p4">That experience matters.</p>
<p class="p4">Fuji understands what it feels like to be the person hoping somebody notices the music.</p>
<p class="p4">He understands the pressure of performing.</p>
<p class="p4">He understands the importance of presentation.</p>
<p class="p4">He understands that having talent is only one part of building a career.</p>
<p class="p4">And perhaps most importantly, he understands that artists need people around them who are willing to see the bigger picture.</p>
<p class="p4">That perspective has become central to his role at Limitless Mic Drop.</p>
<p class="p4">Fuji isn&#8217;t simply there to announce the next performer.</p>
<p class="p4">He&#8217;s there to connect with the artist.</p>
<p class="p4">To understand their story.</p>
<p class="p4">To bring out their personality.</p>
<p class="p4">To create an environment where they can be themselves while still challenging them to become better.</p>
<p class="p4">That is the difference between a host and someone who becomes part of an artist-development experience.</p>
<p class="p5"><b>FROM THE ARTIST&#8217;S PERSPECTIVE TO THE INDUSTRY PERSPECTIVE</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p4">Fuji&#8217;s career represents an important evolution.</p>
<p class="p4">He has experienced the music business from the perspective of an artist, while also expanding into interviews, media, talent development, networking, and industry relationships.</p>
<p class="p4">That combination gives him a unique perspective when working with emerging talent.</p>
<p class="p4">He knows what artists need to hear.</p>
<p class="p4">He knows what artists want to hear.</p>
<p class="p4">And those aren&#8217;t always the same thing.</p>
<p class="p4">Real development sometimes means encouragement.</p>
<p class="p4">Sometimes it means constructive criticism.</p>
<p class="p4">Sometimes it means helping an artist recognize something about themselves that they haven&#8217;t yet recognized.</p>
<p class="p4">And sometimes it simply means giving someone a legitimate opportunity before the rest of the industry knows their name.</p>
<p class="p4">That&#8217;s the energy Fuji brings to Mic Drop.</p>
<p class="p5"><b>ENTER BONNI3: BUILDING THE INFRASTRUCTURE BEHIND THE VISION</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p4">On the other side of the partnership is Bonni3, founder of Limitless Magazine and The Music Matrixx.</p>
<p class="p4">Bonni3 has built an expanding music-media ecosystem focused on artist exposure, marketing, radio, editorial coverage, digital promotion, and opportunities for independent artists.</p>
<p class="p4">Limitless Magazine has continued developing multiple avenues for artists to get their music and stories in front of audiences—from editorial features and interviews to radio, podcasts and performance programming.</p>
<p class="p4">Limitless Mic Drop is the live-performance extension of that larger philosophy.</p>
<p class="p4">Bonni3 understands that today&#8217;s independent artist doesn&#8217;t simply need another post on social media.</p>
<p class="p4">Artists need assets.</p>
<p class="p4">They need visibility.</p>
<p class="p4">They need professional content.</p>
<p class="p4">They need branding.</p>
<p class="p4">They need strategy.</p>
<p class="p4">They need opportunities to tell their story.</p>
<p class="p4">And they need platforms that can continue working for them after the initial opportunity is over.</p>
<p class="p4">That is where Mic Drop comes in.</p>
<p class="p5"><b>THE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN FUJI MOLLOTTI AND BONNI3</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p4">The partnership works because Fuji and Bonni3 bring different strengths to the same mission.</p>
<p class="p4">Fuji understands the artist.</p>
<p class="p4">Bonni3 understands the platform.</p>
<p class="p4">One brings firsthand experience from the creative and performance side of music. The other brings experience in marketing, media, publishing, promotion, and building an ecosystem around independent talent.</p>
<p class="p4">Together, they&#8217;re approaching artist development from both directions.</p>
<p class="p4">The result isn&#8217;t simply another showcase.</p>
<p class="p4">It&#8217;s an infrastructure.</p>
<p class="p4">A performance can become a video.</p>
<p class="p4">A video can become promotional material.</p>
<p class="p4">An interview can become part of an artist&#8217;s press strategy.</p>
<p class="p4">A live appearance can introduce an artist to an entirely new audience.</p>
<p class="p4">A connection made through the platform can lead to another opportunity.</p>
<p class="p4">And suddenly, one performance becomes much more than one performance.</p>
<p class="p5"><b>LIMITLESS MIC DROP IS ABOUT WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE STAGE</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p4">There are countless places where artists can perform.</p>
<p class="p4">The bigger question is:</p>
<p class="p4">What happens after they perform?</p>
<p class="p4">That&#8217;s where Limitless Mic Drop wants to make its mark.</p>
<p class="p4">The platform was designed around the idea that an artist&#8217;s appearance shouldn&#8217;t simply disappear when the lights go down.</p>
<p class="p4">The performance becomes content.</p>
<p class="p4">The interview becomes storytelling.</p>
<p class="p4">The footage becomes an asset.</p>
<p class="p4">The exposure becomes another piece of the artist&#8217;s growing brand.</p>
<p class="p4">The relationships become opportunities.</p>
<p class="p4">And the experience becomes part of the artist&#8217;s development.</p>
<p class="p4">That philosophy is at the heart of Mic Drop: a platform intended to combine performance, professional production, digital distribution, storytelling, and artist development rather than treating a performance as an isolated event.</p>
<p class="p5"><b>ARTISTS ARE MORE THAN THEIR SONGS</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p4">One of the most important ideas behind Limitless Mic Drop is that an artist is not simply a song.</p>
<p class="p4">An artist is a story.</p>
<p class="p4">An identity.</p>
<p class="p4">A personality.</p>
<p class="p4">A vision.</p>
<p class="p4">A brand.</p>
<p class="p4">A performer.</p>
<p class="p4">A business.</p>
<p class="p4">And ultimately, a person trying to build something meaningful.</p>
<p class="p4">That means development can&#8217;t stop at the music.</p>
<p class="p4">Artists need to learn how to communicate.</p>
<p class="p4">They need to become comfortable in front of cameras.</p>
<p class="p4">They need to understand their image.</p>
<p class="p4">They need to develop stage presence.</p>
<p class="p4">They need to learn how to tell their story.</p>
<p class="p4">They need to learn how to network.</p>
<p class="p4">They need to understand the business side of their careers.</p>
<p class="p4">And they need opportunities to practice all of those things.</p>
<p class="p4">That&#8217;s the environment Limitless Mic Drop is designed to create.</p>
<p class="p5"><b>INDIANAPOLIS GETS ANOTHER PLATFORM FOR INDEPENDENT TALENT</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p4">The launch also represents an important addition to Indianapolis&#8217; independent music landscape.</p>
<p class="p4">The city is home to artists across hip-hop, R&amp;B, pop, alternative, soul and countless other genres.</p>
<p class="p4">But talent and opportunity don&#8217;t always exist in the same place.</p>
<p class="p4">Mic Drop aims to help bridge that gap.</p>
<p class="p4">Rather than waiting for artists to already have industry recognition before treating them professionally, the platform is designed to give emerging artists an environment where they can begin building that recognition.</p>
<p class="p4">And with Limitless Magazine&#8217;s broader media ecosystem behind the project, the potential reach extends beyond a single room or a single city.</p>
<p class="p4">Indianapolis is the starting point.</p>
<p class="p4">The vision is much larger.</p>
<p class="p5"><b>THIS IS WHAT ARTIST DEVELOPMENT SHOULD LOOK LIKE</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p4">The music industry often talks about &#8220;artist development.&#8221;</p>
<p class="p4">But development requires more than telling an artist to make another song.</p>
<p class="p4">It requires experience.</p>
<p class="p4">Exposure.</p>
<p class="p4">Feedback.</p>
<p class="p4">Content.</p>
<p class="p4">Connections.</p>
<p class="p4">Consistency.</p>
<p class="p4">Confidence.</p>
<p class="p4">And people who are willing to invest time into helping an artist understand their potential.</p>
<p class="p4">That&#8217;s what makes Fuji&#8217;s role so important.</p>
<p class="p4">He isn&#8217;t approaching Mic Drop as someone standing outside of the artist experience.</p>
<p class="p4">He&#8217;s approaching it as someone who has lived parts of it.</p>
<p class="p4">And Bonni3 isn&#8217;t approaching the project simply as an event.</p>
<p class="p4">She&#8217;s building it into the larger Limitless ecosystem.</p>
<p class="p4">Together, they&#8217;re creating a platform where the performance is only the beginning.</p>
<p class="p5"><b>THE LAUNCH IS THE BEGINNING, NOT THE FINISH LINE</b><b></b></p>
<p class="p4">The successful launch of Limitless Mic Drop marks an important milestone—but the real story is what comes next.</p>
<p class="p4">The goal isn&#8217;t to create one memorable night.</p>
<p class="p4">It&#8217;s to create a platform that can continue discovering artists, developing artists, documenting artists, and giving them opportunities to move forward.</p>
<p class="p4">Fuji Mollotti gives the platform its voice.</p>
<p class="p4">Bonni3 gives it infrastructure.</p>
<p class="p4">Limitless Magazine gives it an ecosystem.</p>
<p class="p4">And the artists give it its purpose.</p>
<p class="p4">That combination creates something bigger than a showcase.</p>
<p class="p4">It creates a community.</p>
<p class="p4">A place where an artist can walk through the door without already being a superstar and still receive the opportunity to be treated like their career matters.</p>
<p class="p4">Because at the end of the day, that&#8217;s what Limitless Mic Drop is really about.</p>
<p class="p4">Not simply asking:</p>
<p class="p4">&#8220;Can you perform?&#8221;</p>
<p class="p4">But asking:</p>
<p class="p4">&#8220;Where can you go from here?&#8221;</p>
<p class="p4">And with Fuji Mollotti and Bonni3 working together to build the answer, Limitless Mic Drop has officially begun its journey toward becoming more than a stage.</p>
<p class="p4">It&#8217;s becoming a platform for the next generation of artists.</p>
<p class="p4">And this is only the beginning.</p>
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		<title>Exclusive Interview: Rising Artist Lijah Locc</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[StanleyGatero]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:19:46 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[What is your name and what city do you rep? My name is Lijah Locc but my Hood Call me WildCard! I’m from the North of Minneapolis!  We hear you were just released from federal prison this month, is this true?   Yea I just got out the Feds! FREE ALL MY FEDS BABIES!  What did [&#038;hellip]]></description>
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<p><b>What is your name and what city do you rep?</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">My name is Lijah Locc but my Hood Call me WildCard! I’m from the North of Minneapolis! </span></p>
<p><b>We hear you were just released from federal prison this month, is this true?  </b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Yea I just got out the Feds! FREE ALL MY FEDS BABIES! </span></p>
<p><b>What did you go for and how long were you there? </b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">I went for a GunCharge! I did 4 years! </span></p>
<p><b>How did you link up with WYLDLYFEMUSICGROUP for your new partnership / business deal? </b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">That&#8217;s Family! We BEEN locced in I jus kept Catching bids n missing my beat but frfr not really cuz Allah don’t start yu till he Ready! I’m here now! Humduallah! </span></p>
<p><b>Tell us about your latest releases, what inspired you to create them?</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">All my new music came from pain and experience throughout my life with Jail females n the Life I live frfr! Everything I make is Authentic! </span></p>
<p><b>What is unique about you and your music?</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">I’m really Unique cuz I don’t do remixes frfr n I don’t do samples n I really live ts but I change the vibes so many times ppl don&#8217;t even kno it’s me sometimes! I’m overly tryna be like NOBODY!! </span></p>
<p><b>What shaped your music? </b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">My life n hardship shaped my music! The thing I go thru n been thru! </span></p>
<p><b>When did you realize you were going to make music professionally? </b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">I knew I wanted to make music frfr when everybody around me was pushing me n tellin me I was RawAsf frfr </span></p>
<p><b>What type of music do you listen to? </b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">I listen to ALL MUSIC! Rap/pop/country/everything ihave no type as long as it sound good n I can hear n relate to yo words frfr yo life story means a lot </span></p>
<p><b>What inspires you to write music? </b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">I have to say 50cent/ lil Wayne/n Flocka really inspired my music frfr </span></p>
<p><b>What do you do when you don’t do music (creative or otherwise) and that you are passionate about? </b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When I ain’t doin music im makin money being a Dad! Workin on solidifying my business! </span></p>
<p><b>Happiness to you is… </b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Happiness to me is my Son and my Family! N my Team! N all the ppl that support me! </span></p>
<p><b>What do you wish you were told when you first started making music that you think would help artists just starting out? </b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">REGISTER ALL YO MUSIC YOURSELF!! N DONT LET NOBODY PLAY WITH YO SHIT! </span></p>
<p><b>Tell us about your upcoming projects&#8230;</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">All my new music is hitting in EVERY direction!! Streets/Females/ FEDS/Pain I’m just everywhere with ts!! </span></p>
<p><b>Where do we find you music / music projects?  </b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">All the music I have on YouTube are Old but Still #Lit But all my NEW music will be placed on All Platforms!! </span></p>
<p><b>Any last words for the readers?</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">TUNE IN AND PAY ATTENTION TO ALL NEW PROJECTS! Get some money n stay out the way cuz I’m running over shit With 18Wheelers</span></p>
<p><b>Connect:</b></p>
<p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/14vcLU521BS/?mibextid=wwXIfr"><span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.facebook.com/share/14vcLU521BS/?mibextid=wwXIfr</span></a></p>
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		<title>Jujufrmdabando Begins a New Chapter with “Slapper”</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Logan]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 07:28:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Born and raised in The Gambia and now based in North Carolina, Jujufrmdabando is carving out her own space in hip-hop and pop with a sound shaped by bold femininity, sharp delivery and infectious energy. Drawing from both her West African roots and American upbringing, the artist brings a distinctive perspective to her music while [&#038;hellip]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img title="1C52A232-217B-4A25-8F62-0709833B25E0-400x500  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1992313" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/1C52A232-217B-4A25-8F62-0709833B25E0-400x500.jpeg" alt="1C52A232-217B-4A25-8F62-0709833B25E0-400x500 Jujufrmdabando Begins a New Chapter with “Slapper”  " width="400" height="500" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/1C52A232-217B-4A25-8F62-0709833B25E0-400x500.jpeg 400w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/1C52A232-217B-4A25-8F62-0709833B25E0.jpeg 560w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" /></p>
<p>Born and raised in The Gambia and now based in North Carolina, Jujufrmdabando is carving out her own space in hip-hop and pop with a sound shaped by bold femininity, sharp delivery and infectious energy. Drawing from both her West African roots and American upbringing, the artist brings a distinctive perspective to her music while continuing to develop her identity as an independent artist.</p>
<p>Jujufrmdabando has already demonstrated her ability to connect with audiences beyond the United States. Her single “Bubble Butt” reached No. 11 on Apple Music’s Hip-Hop/Rap chart in Austria, marking an early international milestone in her career. The achievement highlighted the ability of her music to travel across borders and connect with listeners in different markets.</p>
<p>After taking a break from releasing music, Jujufrmdabando is returning with a refined sound and a stronger creative direction. The time away has given the artist an opportunity to reassess her approach and return with a renewed sense of purpose.</p>
<p><img title="207DC70C-59F2-4023-9922-6618986BC19F-400x500  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1992314" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/207DC70C-59F2-4023-9922-6618986BC19F-400x500.jpeg" alt="207DC70C-59F2-4023-9922-6618986BC19F-400x500 Jujufrmdabando Begins a New Chapter with “Slapper”  " width="400" height="500" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/207DC70C-59F2-4023-9922-6618986BC19F-400x500.jpeg 400w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/207DC70C-59F2-4023-9922-6618986BC19F.jpeg 560w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" /></p>
<p>Her upcoming single, “Slapper,” is scheduled for release on October 23, 2026, and will introduce the next phase of her musical journey. The track is positioned as a confident, playful and provocative release that reflects the unapologetic personality at the center of Jujufrmdabando’s artistry.</p>
<p>The release also signals the beginning of a broader period of activity for the artist. With new music, visuals and performances planned, Jujufrmdabando is preparing to reconnect with audiences while introducing listeners to the evolution of her sound.</p>
<p>Rather than simply returning to where she left off, the artist is approaching this chapter with a clearer creative vision. Her previous international chart performance provides an important part of her story, while the upcoming material represents where she wants to take that story next.</p>
<p><img title="BF303783-C8FC-480F-A06C-8646C312B17C-375x500  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1992311" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/BF303783-C8FC-480F-A06C-8646C312B17C-375x500.jpeg" alt="BF303783-C8FC-480F-A06C-8646C312B17C-375x500 Jujufrmdabando Begins a New Chapter with “Slapper”  " width="375" height="500" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/BF303783-C8FC-480F-A06C-8646C312B17C-375x500.jpeg 375w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/BF303783-C8FC-480F-A06C-8646C312B17C.jpeg 525w" sizes="(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px" /></p>
<p>For Jujufrmdabando, “Slapper” is more than a new single. It marks the beginning of a renewed artistic chapter and an opportunity to introduce both existing listeners and new audiences to the artist on her own terms.</p>
<p>With her international experience, West African roots, American influences and developing creative direction, Jujufrmdabando is stepping back into the spotlight with new music and a clear message: she is only getting started.</p>
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		<title>PlayboyJay Continues To Make His Mark With Music Built For A Growing Audience</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Logan]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 07:15:48 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rising artist PlayboyJay is continuing to build his name and establish his presence in the independent music scene. With his music currently available across Spotify, PlayboyJay is putting his focus on consistency, developing his sound, and reaching listeners who are looking for new talent to add to their rotation. As the music industry continues to [&#038;hellip]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img title="7DCC4295-E7AC-4E78-A38F-1BE5C04B2869-375x500  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1992304" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/7DCC4295-E7AC-4E78-A38F-1BE5C04B2869-375x500.jpeg" alt="7DCC4295-E7AC-4E78-A38F-1BE5C04B2869-375x500 PlayboyJay Continues To Make His Mark With Music Built For A Growing Audience  " width="375" height="500" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/7DCC4295-E7AC-4E78-A38F-1BE5C04B2869-375x500.jpeg 375w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/7DCC4295-E7AC-4E78-A38F-1BE5C04B2869.jpeg 525w" sizes="(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px" /></p>
<p>Rising artist PlayboyJay is continuing to build his name and establish his presence in the independent music scene.</p>
<p>With his music currently available across Spotify, PlayboyJay is putting his focus on consistency, developing his sound, and reaching listeners who are looking for new talent to add to their rotation. As the music industry continues to give independent artists more opportunities to connect directly with fans, PlayboyJay is positioning himself to take advantage of that momentum.</p>
<p>Rather than slowing down, PlayboyJay continues to add to his catalog and push his music toward new audiences. Every release gives listeners another opportunity to become familiar with his style while helping him build a stronger foundation around his name.</p>
<p><img title="8D86A191-59E3-4E78-9E32-6637066E4B31-375x500  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1992305" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/8D86A191-59E3-4E78-9E32-6637066E4B31-375x500.jpeg" alt="8D86A191-59E3-4E78-9E32-6637066E4B31-375x500 PlayboyJay Continues To Make His Mark With Music Built For A Growing Audience  " width="375" height="500" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/8D86A191-59E3-4E78-9E32-6637066E4B31-375x500.jpeg 375w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/8D86A191-59E3-4E78-9E32-6637066E4B31.jpeg 525w" sizes="(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px" /></p>
<p>For artists on the rise, consistency and visibility can make all the difference, and PlayboyJay is continuing to put the pieces together as his journey develops.</p>
<p><strong>Stream PlayboyJay now on Spotify and stay tuned for what he has coming next.</strong></p>
<p><iframe title="Spotify Embed: PlayboyJay" style="border-radius: 12px" width="100%" height="352" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture" loading="lazy" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/artist/5X5a9J92o7cxTjWUtNO3zY?si=pGs5LknsRkaO2J8azhChfg&amp;utm_source=oembed"></iframe></p>
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		<title>New Music Pick: Dylan Hopson&#8217;s &#8216;Ballad of a Broken Heart&#8217; Is a Song for the Lonely Hours</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 21:34:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you have ever lain awake replaying an old relationship in your head, &#8216;Ballad of a Broken Heart&#8217; may feel uncomfortably familiar. The new single from independent singer-songwriter Dylan Hopson captures the ache of uncertainty that heartbreak so often leaves behind. The song circles one question that refuses to go away: was I loved for [&#038;hellip]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you have ever lain awake replaying an old relationship in your head, <strong><em>&#8216;Ballad of a Broken Heart&#8217;</em></strong> may feel uncomfortably familiar. The new single from independent singer-songwriter <strong>Dylan Hopson</strong> captures the ache of uncertainty that heartbreak so often leaves behind.</p>
<p>The song circles one question that refuses to go away: <em>was I loved for who I am, or only wanted for my body?</em> Dylan does not offer easy answers. Instead, he sits with the doubt and gives it a voice, which is exactly what makes the track so relatable.</p>
<p>Dylan is a true independent creator. He <strong>writes, records, mixes and masters all of his own music</strong>, giving him full control over how every song sounds and feels. That independence shows in the intimacy of this release.</p>
<p>He also has a clear artistic philosophy: <strong>imperfection is part of the message</strong>. Dylan purposely leaves certain flaws in his vocals and production because he believes genuine emotion is more important than a perfect finish. The result is a track that feels close, personal and honest.</p>
<p><img title="IMG_3588-1  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-1992301 size-full" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_3588-1.jpeg" alt="IMG_3588-1 New Music Pick: Dylan Hopson&#039;s &#039;Ballad of a Broken Heart&#039; Is a Song for the Lonely Hours  " width="525" height="700" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_3588-1.jpeg 525w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_3588-1-375x500.jpeg 375w" sizes="(max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px" /></p>
<p>Much of Dylan&#8217;s songwriting begins as letters to people from his past, filled with <em>things he wanted to say but never did</em>. &#8216;Ballad of a Broken Heart&#8217; comes from that same place, turning unspoken thoughts into a song others can connect with.</p>
<p>His wider catalogue focuses on <strong>heartbreak, self-discovery and hard-to-express emotions</strong>, and his guiding hope is to make listeners feel less alone. For anyone going through a breakup or struggling with self-worth, this is a song that understands.</p>
<p>Add <strong><em>&#8216;Ballad of a Broken Heart&#8217;</em></strong> to your late-night playlist and keep an eye on Dylan Hopson as he continues to grow his independent career.</p>
<p><strong>Listen now:</strong></p>
<p>Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HoWOZ7puEu4SLNktSOFkY">https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HoWOZ7puEu4SLNktSOFkY</a></p>
<p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@dylan.hopson">https://www.youtube.com/@dylan.hopson</a></p>
<p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dylan_hops2024">https://www.instagram.com/dylan_hops2024</a></p>
<p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@dylan_hopson2024">https://www.tiktok.com/@dylan_hopson2024</a></p>
<p>Linktree: <a href="https://linktr.ee/Dylan_hops2024">https://linktr.ee/Dylan_hops2024</a></p>
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		<title>TH3YKILLEDKENNY Makes His Presence Felt With New Single “Relocate”</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Logan]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:53:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Emerging artist TH3YKILLEDKENNY continues building his musical catalog with the release of his single, “Relocate,” now available on Spotify. With independent artists constantly looking for ways to separate themselves from the competition, TH3YKILLEDKENNY is adding another release to his growing movement. “Relocate” marks another step in the artist’s journey as he continues introducing his name [&#038;hellip]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img title="DCEE7B69-B425-43EF-A9A0-F4B2D7F52759-500x497  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1992297" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/DCEE7B69-B425-43EF-A9A0-F4B2D7F52759-500x497.jpeg" alt="DCEE7B69-B425-43EF-A9A0-F4B2D7F52759-500x497 TH3YKILLEDKENNY Makes His Presence Felt With New Single “Relocate”  " width="500" height="497" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/DCEE7B69-B425-43EF-A9A0-F4B2D7F52759-500x497.jpeg 500w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/DCEE7B69-B425-43EF-A9A0-F4B2D7F52759.jpeg 700w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></p>
<p>Emerging artist TH3YKILLEDKENNY continues building his musical catalog with the release of his single, “Relocate,” now available on Spotify.</p>
<p>With independent artists constantly looking for ways to separate themselves from the competition, TH3YKILLEDKENNY is adding another release to his growing movement.</p>
<p>“Relocate” marks another step in the artist’s journey as he continues introducing his name to new audiences and expanding his reach across digital streaming platforms.</p>
<p>As the independent hip-hop scene continues evolving, consistency, branding, and visibility remain essential for emerging talent. TH3YKILLEDKENNY is putting his music into circulation and giving listeners another opportunity to become familiar with his artistry.</p>
<p>Whether you’re already tapped into his movement or discovering him for the first time, “Relocate” is another addition to his catalog worth checking out.</p>
<p>Stream “Relocate” by TH3YKILLEDKENNY on Spotify today.</p>
<p><strong><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f3a7.png" alt="🎧" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> LISTEN HERE</strong></p>
<p>Stay tuned to HipHopSince1987 for more independent music releases and emerging artist coverage.</p>
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		<title>KM Popout Is Building His Name Through Music and Consistency</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Logan]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:00:40 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Independent hip-hop artist KM Popout is looking to make his mark on the music scene, using YouTube as a platform to introduce listeners to his artistry and expand his audience. With the independent music landscape continuing to grow, KM Popout represents another artist putting his name into the conversation and working toward greater recognition. As [&#038;hellip]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Independent hip-hop artist KM Popout is looking to make his mark on the music scene, using YouTube as a platform to introduce listeners to his artistry and expand his audience.</p>
<p>With the independent music landscape continuing to grow, KM Popout represents another artist putting his name into the conversation and working toward greater recognition.</p>
<p>As he continues developing his catalog and connecting with new listeners, KM Popout is focused on establishing an identity that audiences can recognize and follow. His YouTube channel serves as a destination for those interested in discovering his music and keeping up with upcoming releases.</p>
<p>For independent artists, building momentum is about more than releasing records. It&#8217;s about consistency, visibility, and creating opportunities for listeners to connect with the music. KM Popout is putting his name out there as he continues that journey.</p>
<p>Stay tapped in with KM Popout and check out his music below.</p>
<p>YouTube: KM Popout – Official Channel</p>
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		<title>TLR KING revient avec « PARANO » aux côtés de DODZ</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:59:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Après le succès de « You », qui avait créé un véritable buzz, TLR KING revient avec « PARANO », un nouveau single en collaboration avec DODZ. réalisé par son emblématique label TLR PRODUCTION, le clip plonge les deux artistes dans une ambiance cinématographique. Le morceau est déjà relayé dans le milieu du rap. PISPA [&#038;hellip]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img title="aa-500x281  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1992291" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/aa-500x281.jpg" alt="aa-500x281 TLR KING revient avec « PARANO » aux côtés de DODZ  " width="500" height="281" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/aa-500x281.jpg 500w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/aa.jpg 700w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></p>
<p>Après le succès de « You », qui avait créé un véritable buzz, TLR KING revient avec « PARANO », un nouveau single en collaboration avec DODZ.</p>
<p>réalisé par son emblématique label TLR PRODUCTION, le clip plonge les deux artistes dans une ambiance cinématographique.</p>
<p><img title="22-png-tony-fx-500x500  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1992290" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/22-png-tony-fx-500x500.jpg" alt="22-png-tony-fx-500x500 TLR KING revient avec « PARANO » aux côtés de DODZ  " width="500" height="500" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/22-png-tony-fx-500x500.jpg 500w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/22-png-tony-fx.jpg 700w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></p>
<p>Le morceau est déjà relayé dans le milieu du rap. PISPA de XV BARBAR, FAHAR de PUISSANCE NORD et plusieurs autres artiste connus ont partagé « PARANO ».</p>
<p>Avec ce nouveau titre, TLR KING poursuit son évolution et affirme son univers artistique.<br />
<img title="745-png-500x500  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1992289" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/745-png-500x500.jpg" alt="745-png-500x500 TLR KING revient avec « PARANO » aux côtés de DODZ  " width="500" height="500" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/745-png-500x500.jpg 500w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/745-png.jpg 700w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></p>
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		<title>Reel Luka Explores the Bittersweet Transience of Love in Emotive New Single “Fading Ink”</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:44:39 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The international hip-hop landscape is shifting as rising star Reel Luka unveils his latest emotive offering, &#8220;Fading Ink.&#8221; Now available on all major streaming platforms worldwide, the deeply personal single marks a defining moment for the Connecticut-bred rapper. Known for seamlessly blending infectious beats with dynamic lyricism, Luka pivots inward on his latest track, delivering [&#038;hellip]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img title="unnamed-1-500x500  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone  wp-image-1992286" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/unnamed-1-500x500.jpg" alt="unnamed-1-500x500 Reel Luka Explores the Bittersweet Transience of Love in Emotive New Single “Fading Ink”  " width="451" height="451" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/unnamed-1-500x500.jpg 500w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/unnamed-1.jpg 700w" sizes="(max-width: 451px) 100vw, 451px" /></p>
<p>The international hip-hop landscape is shifting as rising star Reel Luka unveils his latest emotive offering, &#8220;Fading Ink.&#8221; Now available on all major streaming platforms worldwide, the deeply personal single marks a defining moment for the Connecticut-bred rapper. Known for seamlessly blending infectious beats with dynamic lyricism, Luka pivots inward on his latest track, delivering a poignant meditation on personal struggles and the overwhelming, all-encompassing theme of love. Listen here</p>
<p>&#8220;Fading Ink&#8221; departs from traditional hip-hop bravado to explore the delicate nuances of relationships that, while they may not last forever, leave a permanent mark on our hearts. The track pairs a captivating melodic arrangement with heartfelt, unvarnished lyrics that liken transient affectionate connections to ink vanishing from a page. It is a bittersweet acknowledgment of love’s dual nature. Its ability to profoundly inspire and uplift is paired with the painful inevitability of its fading.</p>
<p>Whether listeners are currently in the throes of a romance, healing from heartbreak, or simply reminiscing about past connections, the single creates an atmospheric resonance that connects on a deeply universal level. The metaphor of vanishing ink serves as a powerful anchor for the song, challenging audiences to reflect on the indelible impressions left behind by temporary love.</p>
<p>This emotional depth and versatility are exactly what have propelled Reel Luka to the forefront of the modern hip-hop scene. Hailing from Connecticut, the artist has rapidly cultivated a global footprint, proving that his sound translates far beyond local borders. His undeniable knack for crafting chart-topping records is reflected in a formidable string of commercial successes. Luka previously secured the number one spot on the iTunes Hip Hop and Rap Chart in South Africa, while simultaneously charting at number 10 on the United States iTunes Alternative Genre Chart.</p>
<p>His collaborative momentum has been equally impressive. &#8220;My Queen,&#8221; a high-profile joint effort with renowned artist SmokePurpp, climbed to number 7 on the UK iTunes Hip Hop and Rap Chart and dominated at number one in South Africa. The consistency of Luka&#8217;s ascent is backed by a massive catalog of viral hits:</p>
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<li><strong>&#8220;Coming Next&#8221;</strong> peaked at number 2 on the US iTunes Top 100 Worldwide chart on three separate occasions.</li>
<li><strong>&#8220;Whatchu Need&#8221;</strong> sparked a massive social media wave, amassing over 4,000 TikTok videos while charting at number 17 in the UK and number 24 in the US.</li>
<li><strong>&#8220;Don&#8217;t Settle&#8221;</strong> secured the number 7 spot on the UK iTunes Hip Hop and Rap Chart.</li>
<li><strong>&#8220;ICE&#8221; (Album)</strong> achieved significant acclaim, reaching number 10 on the iTunes Worldwide Top 100 Genre Chart.</li>
</ul>
<p>With an impressive milestone of over 10 million streams across all digital platforms, Luka&#8217;s commercial viability and artistic authenticity have caught the attention of industry heavyweights.</p>
<p>With &#8220;Fading Ink,&#8221; Reel Luka doesn&#8217;t just offer another track; he delivers a haunting, replay-worthy anthem for the emotionally complex.</p>
<p>Follow Reel Luka:</p>
<p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel_luka/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://soundcloud.com/luca1018?utm_source=clipboard&amp;utm_medium=text&amp;utm_campaign=social_sharing">Soundcloud</a> | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/6EWBC4CKE6Te4sr4v9nkeg?si=Log9x2rHQB-SfaiXAk_Z-Q">Spotify</a></p>
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		<title>V.I The Boss Taps Feather for &#8220;Hold Me Close,&#8221; a Chicago Record Ten Years in the Making</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:39:49 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[V.I The Boss spent a decade making other people&#8217;s careers happen. He worked behind the scenes helping artists sharpen their vision, logged serious miles on tour, and learned how the business actually moves before he ever stepped in front of it himself. Now the Chicago rapper is putting all of that experience into his own [&#038;hellip]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img title="DSC04852-3-500x334  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1992283" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/DSC04852-3-500x334.jpeg" alt="DSC04852-3-500x334 V.I The Boss Taps Feather for &quot;Hold Me Close,&quot; a Chicago Record Ten Years in the Making  " width="500" height="334" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/DSC04852-3-500x334.jpeg 500w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/DSC04852-3.jpeg 700w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></p>
<p>V.I The Boss spent a decade making other people&#8217;s careers happen. He worked behind the scenes helping artists sharpen their vision, logged serious miles on tour, and learned how the business actually moves before he ever stepped in front of it himself. Now the Chicago rapper is putting all of that experience into his own name, and &#8220;Hold Me Close&#8221; is the clearest picture yet of what he&#8217;s been building toward.</p>
<p>The new single, featuring Feather on the hook, doesn&#8217;t come in loud. It creeps in like a 3 a.m. confession and then opens up, pulling R&amp;B melody and Chicago rap grit into the same lane. Feather&#8217;s vocal is the softness; V.I is the weight underneath it. The result is a record that stays honest without ever going limp, which is a harder balance to strike than most current releases would have you believe.</p>
<p>That honesty comes from somewhere real. V.I The Boss was raised in the foster care system, moving between homes across Chicago, and music was the only thing that came with him from house to house. He&#8217;s said it was therapy long before it was a job, and &#8220;Hold Me Close&#8221; is essentially that idea turned into a song. It&#8217;s about asking someone for stability when you&#8217;ve never actually had any, and about still believing that&#8217;s worth asking for.</p>
<p>His catalog runs the full spectrum, from high-energy trap cuts to the introspective records he calls pain music, and this one sits right in the middle of that range. What you won&#8217;t hear is a new artist throwing everything at the wall. The ten years of groundwork show up in the restraint. Every bar sounds like it was placed on purpose.</p>
<p>Pull Up Lam handles production, giving the track its dim, cinematic atmosphere, and Delahoyne shot the official visual, which matches the song&#8217;s late-night mood frame for frame. Between the two, &#8220;Hold Me Close&#8221; plays like a statement rather than a single.</p>
<p>The release has also earned V.I The Boss a series of chart milestones. &#8220;Hold Me Close&#8221; reached No. 12 on the iTunes UK Hip-Hop/Rap chart and No. 1 on both Amazon Music&#8217;s Hot New Releases in Rap and its overall Best Sellers in Rap chart.</p>
<p>Chicago has a long tradition of rappers who take real pain and make it into something people can carry with them, and V.I The Boss fits squarely inside it. What separates him is the warmth. There&#8217;s no bitterness in the record, just an artist who&#8217;s been through it and still wants to connect.</p>
<p>&#8220;Hold Me Close&#8221; featuring Feather is out now on all streaming platforms. Stream it on <a href="https://music.apple.com/us/artist/v-i-the-boss/1259599028">Apple Music</a>, watch the video on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@VITheBoss">YouTube</a>, and follow V.I The Boss on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vitheboss/">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://x.com/vitheboss">X</a> for what&#8217;s next. More at his <a href="https://www.vitheboss.com">official website</a></p>
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		<title>QUIS STUNNA IS AN ARTIST TO KEEP ON YOUR RADAR</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Logan]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 06:29:55 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Quis Stunna is continuing to put his name in position as he builds his catalog and introduces more listeners to his sound. With his music available across Spotify, Quis Stunna is giving new fans an opportunity to tap into what he’s been working on and follow the journey as he continues developing his presence in [&#038;hellip]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Quis Stunna is continuing to put his name in position as he builds his catalog and introduces more listeners to his sound.</p>
<p>With his music available across Spotify, Quis Stunna is giving new fans an opportunity to tap into what he’s been working on and follow the journey as he continues developing his presence in the music scene.</p>
<p>For independent artists, consistency is everything, and Quis Stunna is looking to keep the momentum moving with more music and content on the way.</p>
<p><strong><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f3a7.png" alt="🎧" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Tap in with Quis Stunna on Spotify now.</strong></p>
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<p>#HipHopSince1987 #HHS1987 #QuisStunna #NewMusic #HipHop #ArtistSpotlight #IndependentArtist</p>
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		<title>Independent Music Project ‘Fish For Brains’ Takes Lead in Timbaland x Orbiiit Global Talent Search</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Nimra Khan]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 06:19:54 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[[MARICOPA , AZ, UNITED STATES]: Independent music project Fish For Brains, led by producer and artist Phillip Andrew Rose, is currently holding first place in Group Round 3 of the 2026 Timbaland x Orbiiit Global Talent Search. Entering the competition with a new collaborative track featuring his niece, Rose is using the platform to promote [&#038;hellip]]></description>
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<p><strong>[MARICOPA , AZ, UNITED STATES]: </strong>Independent music project Fish For Brains, led by producer and artist Phillip Andrew Rose, is currently holding first place in Group Round 3 of the 2026 Timbaland x Orbiiit Global Talent Search. Entering the competition with a new collaborative track featuring his niece, Rose is using the platform to promote human creativity in music production. His goal is to encourage the next generation of musicians while showing appreciation for the hard work of everyone entered in the contest.</p>
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<p>The submitted track brings a highly unique, cross-genre approach to the competition. When discussing the inspiration for the entry, Rose asked, “What happens when an Aquabats fan enters a hip-hop contest?” referencing the popular, kid-friendly ska band. The resulting production blends hip-hop with ska guitar elements, real piano, synthesizer sounds, and a custom shaker made with coffee beans. His niece directly contributed to the songwriting process and designed the single&#8217;s cover artwork. For Rose, the collaboration is a direct statement on current industry trends. “Support young indie artists,” Rose stated, emphasizing that “indie artists don’t use ai to make music.”</p>
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<p>The entry represents the first song Rose completed after setting up his home recording studio. Fish For Brains began as an experimental side project during Rose’s teenage years in San Diego, California, where he spent his time playing in bands and writing lyrics. Driven by a background in punk, ska, and blues music, the project is not tied to any specific genre; rather, it represents any and every sound he hears in his head. The name “Fish For Brains” holds multiple meanings that will be revealed alongside future releases once his recording studio is fully built.</p>
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<p>The 2026 Timbaland x Orbiiit Global Talent Search offers independent artists a chance to compete for a share of $100,000 in cash prizes, a studio master class with producer Timbaland, and an opportunity to be featured on an upcoming Timbaland x Orbiiit album. The competition also operates alongside a charity partner, the Adopting Courage Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting underserved youth.</p>
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<p>Public voting for Group Round 3 closes on September 16. Supporters can view the entry, listen to the collaboration, and vote for Fish For Brains by visiting the official contest page at: <a href="https://orbiiit.com/en/participants/2b27cf27-6378-4ad5-8566-392b6bb90cef?contestId=f85717be-ba9b-4857-b885-ccbbb9a45757">https://orbiiit.com/en/participants/2b27cf27-6378-4ad5-8566-392b6bb90cef?contestId=f85717be-ba9b-4857-b885-ccbbb9a45757</a></p>
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<p>Additional background and audio tracks are available at the project&#8217;s official website: <a href="https://fishforbrainsmusic.com/">https://fishforbrainsmusic.com</a></p>
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<p>Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/07xQXhki9SyTjT4KeFa7vh?si=seuLVrcyR9utrqPui-R4QA&amp;utm_source=copy-link">https://open.spotify.com/artist/07xQXhki9SyTjT4KeFa7vh</a></p>
<p>Email: Philliprosecontact@gmail.com</p>
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<p>For updates, follow Fish For Brains on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fishforbrainsmusic">https://www.instagram.com/fishforbrainsmusic</a></p>
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<p><strong>About Fish For Brains </strong></p>
<p>Fish For Brains is a personal, independent music project that began as an experimental side project during the creator&#8217;s teenage years in San Diego, California. Driven by a love for punk, ska, and blues, the project is not tied to any specific genre, instead encompassing every sound and style the artist envisions. With deeper meanings behind the name yet to be revealed as more music is released, Fish For Brains remains dedicated to authentic, self-produced artistry.</p>
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<p>Watch the video on YouTube &#8211;</p>
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		<title>YSM KOOLEY: REPRESENTING CHATTANOOGA THROUGH AUTHENTICITY, VERSATILITY, AND REAL-LIFE EXPERIENCE</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 04:38:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Chattanooga, Tennessee — For Ysm Kooley, music is more than a creative outlet. It is a way to tell the story of where he comes from and give listeners an honest look into an environment and life experience that shaped him. Known for his versatility, authentic melodies, and clever use of metaphors, Kooley brings a [&#038;hellip]]></description>
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<div><b>Chattanooga, Tennessee</b> — For Ysm Kooley, music is more than a creative outlet. It is a way to tell the story of where he comes from and give listeners an honest look into an environment and life experience that shaped him.</div>
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<div>Known for his versatility, authentic melodies, and clever use of metaphors, Kooley brings a perspective rooted in his hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee. His music gives listeners insight into his city through the eyes of someone who is still living the journey rather than simply reflecting on it from the other side.</div>
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<div>His path toward becoming an artist was influenced by loss. Kooley watched friends who once rapped lose their lives to the streets, experiences that ultimately pushed him toward taking music seriously himself. What began as inspiration from those around him became his own creative outlet and a way to continue telling stories through his music.</div>
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<div>That authenticity remains one of the defining elements of Kooley&#8217;s artistry. He isn&#8217;t interested in portraying a life that isn&#8217;t his. As he puts it, he still hasn&#8217;t “made it out,” and that reality continues to influence the music he creates. His lyrics reflect the experiences around him, often using metaphors and layered bars that reward listeners who take the time to really listen.</div>
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<div>That approach has already begun to translate into measurable momentum. Kooley has accumulated approximately <b>500,000 streams on Apple Music alone</b>, a milestone that continues to motivate him and reinforce his belief in what he&#8217;s building.</div>
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<div>His latest project, <b><i>The Blackprint</i></b>, represents another important chapter. Dedicated to the fans who have been waiting for him to release the album, Kooley considers it one of his favorite projects to date. The album gives longtime listeners another opportunity to experience his versatility while introducing new listeners to the sound and perspective he has been developing.</div>
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<div>For Kooley, however, the journey is far from finished.</div>
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<div>Moving forward, he plans to continue releasing music and expanding his visual presence with more music videos on his YouTube channel. He also has his sights set on collaborating with more mainstream artists as he continues building his name and reaching new audiences.</div>
<div>With hundreds of thousands of streams already behind him and a growing catalog that reflects his experiences, Ysm Kooley remains focused on one thing: staying authentic to himself and continuing to tell his story.</div>
<div><b>The journey is still unfolding, but for Ysm Kooley, that&#8217;s exactly what makes the music worth making.</b></div>
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<div>Apple Music: <a href="https://music.apple.com/us/artist/ysm-kooley/1566899562" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://music.apple.com/us/artist/ysm-kooley/1566899562&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1791004487114000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0_9zf5met4L7QNXE5UJsQw">https://music.apple.com/us/<wbr />artist/ysm-kooley/1566899562</a></div>
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<div>Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/4nvcR10pgOI4j5dz0JoS5z?si=ib59oa7JRLqfBwyvBkaDGQ&amp;utm_source=copy-link&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=c1668f52b2a6491b" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://open.spotify.com/artist/4nvcR10pgOI4j5dz0JoS5z?si%3Dib59oa7JRLqfBwyvBkaDGQ%26utm_source%3Dcopy-link%26nd%3D1%26dlsi%3Dc1668f52b2a6491b&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1791004487114000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3hdyOzy-x6UOMp2kDRPO_6">https://open.spotify.com/<wbr />artist/4nvcR10pgOI4j5dz0JoS5z?<wbr />si=ib59oa7JRLqfBwyvBkaDGQ&amp;utm_<wbr />source=copy-link&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=<wbr />c1668f52b2a6491b</a></div>
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<div>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@1streetmoney" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/@1streetmoney&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1791004487114000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0BtFoHcMkAq8Js-2hD_Djz">https://www.youtube.<wbr />com/@1streetmoney</a></div>
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<div>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/1streetmoney/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/1streetmoney/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1791004487114000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1_ievHsZ0jylBFLv9aYF3e">https://www.instagram.com/<wbr />1streetmoney/</a></div>
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		<title>Kai Ca$h Celebrates BARS NOT DEAD in NYC Hosted By DJ Drama</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[alanna]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:48:24 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Kai Ca$h marked the latest chapter of his BARS NOT DEAD series with an intimate release celebration at The Hidden Tiger, bringing together artists, media personalities and hip-hop tastemakers for a night centered on lyricism and culture. Hosted by DJ Drama, the Generation Now executive who has supported Ca$h throughout his career, the event featured [&#038;hellip]]></description>
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Kai Ca$h marked the latest chapter of his </span><em><strong><span class="s2">BARS NOT DEAD</span></strong></em><span class="s1"> series with an intimate release celebration at The Hidden Tiger, bringing together artists, media personalities and hip-hop tastemakers for a night centered on lyricism and culture. Hosted by DJ Drama, the Generation Now executive who has supported Ca$h throughout his career, the event featured music from Nyla Symone and appearances by Niko Brim, Ryan Witherspoon, 27 Delly, Fergie Baby, Maiya The Don and Apple Music’s Lowkey. Attendees also received an early look at upcoming visuals from the project, including Ca$h’s new video for “Too High.”</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The event highlighted the philosophy behind </span><em><span class="s2">BARS NOT DEAD</span></em><span class="s1">, which Ca$h has positioned as both a music series and a statement about the continued importance of technical rap, storytelling, punchlines and wordplay. The evening’sexperience was supported by </span><strong><span class="s3">Link Up Rum Punch</span></strong><span class="s1"> and </span><strong><span class="s3">REIF Rum</span></strong><span class="s1">, which provided beverage offerings and signature drinks for guests. With Generation Now, led by DJ Drama and Don Cannon, supporting his next phase, Ca$h continues to build his profile around the writing and competitive spirit that have defined his approach to hip-hop.</span></p>
<p><img title="IMG_9030  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1992271" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_9030.jpeg" alt="IMG_9030 Kai Ca$h Celebrates BARS NOT DEAD in NYC Hosted By DJ Drama  " width="700" height="700" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_9030.jpeg 700w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_9030-500x500.jpeg 500w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The NYC celebration also arrived amid increased national attention for Ca$h following his appearance on </span><span class="s2">The Breakfast Club</span><span class="s1">. During his conversation with Charlamagne Tha God, DJ Envy and Loren LoRosa, the rapper discussed his career, creative process, </span><em><span class="s2">BARS NOT DEAD</span></em><span class="s1">, his relationship with DJ Drama and his development as a lyricist. The show also played his “Make Them Pay” record, while Charlamagne included Ca$h among his personal selections for a new generation of standout rappers, alongside Ruben Vincent and Marco Plus. Together, the release party and </span><span class="s2">Breakfast Club appearance</span><span class="s1"> have given Ca$h another platform to push the message behind </span><em><span class="s2">BARS NOT DEAD</span></em><span class="s1">: that the craft of lyricism remains central to hip-hop.</span></p>
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		<title>Circle Small Juli Is Turning Real Life Into Trap Music With “Poppin Out”</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[alanna]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:13:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Atlanta has never had a shortage of stories, and Circle Small Juli has one of his own to tell. The Atlanta based trap artist is entering a new chapter of his life and career after spending years caught in a cycle that repeatedly landed him behind bars. After serving six years in prison, Juli made [&#038;hellip]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center;">Atlanta has never had a shortage of stories, and <em><strong>Circle Small Juli</strong></em> has one of his own to tell.</p>
<p><img title="D5937630-2019-4D0D-8425-1973C9541431  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-1992261 aligncenter" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/D5937630-2019-4D0D-8425-1973C9541431.jpg" alt="D5937630-2019-4D0D-8425-1973C9541431 Circle Small Juli Is Turning Real Life Into Trap Music With “Poppin Out”  " width="301" height="513" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/D5937630-2019-4D0D-8425-1973C9541431.jpg 411w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/D5937630-2019-4D0D-8425-1973C9541431-294x500.jpg 294w" sizes="(max-width: 301px) 100vw, 301px" /></p>
<p>The Atlanta based trap artist is entering a new chapter of his life and career after spending years caught in a cycle that repeatedly landed him behind bars. After serving six years in prison, Juli made the decision to put that chapter behind him and take music seriously, turning some of the hardest moments of his life into material for his music.</p>
<p>Now signed to Big Cat Records, Circle Small Juli is introducing listeners to his world with “Poppin Out,” a record whose story began in an unlikely place: <em><strong>a halfway house.</strong></em> While staying at the facility, trouble involving one of Juli’s bunkmates resulted in him being confined inside. Unable to leave, he started thinking about the simple feeling of finally getting outside, putting on a fresh shirt, fresh pants and a fresh pair of shoes and stepping back into the world.</p>
<p>That feeling became <strong>“Poppin Out.”</strong> The record captures something that runs throughout Juli’s music. His lyrics are not built around creating a character. They come from experiences he actually lived.</p>
<p>Juli has been making music since 2017, but his journey has not followed a straight line. Time in and out of jail interrupted his progress, and eventually a six year prison sentence forced him to look at where his life was headed. Today, he is using Hip Hop as both an outlet and an opportunity to build something different.</p>
<p>Describing his music as trap, Juli says what listeners hear is “a piece of my life” and “a piece of the streets.” His influences include Southern Hip Hop heavyweights such as Yo Gotti, Future, Kilo Ali, Finesse2tymes and Young Dro, but Juli is focused on developing a sound and story that belong to him.</p>
<p>His publicist, Lynn Hobson, believes that authenticity is one of his strongest assets.</p>
<p>“Juli has a real story, real talent and the hunger to turn his experiences into something bigger,” says Hobson.</p>
<p>DJ Ace also sees potential in what Juli is bringing to the table.</p>
<p>“Juli has that raw Atlanta energy and a story people are going to connect with,” says DJ Ace.</p>
<p>But Juli’s plans extend beyond becoming a successful recording artist. Ultimately, he wants to become a businessman, operate his own label and create opportunities for other artists. His philosophy is simple: “You ain’t rich til you get someone else rich.”</p>
<p>It is a statement that carries additional weight coming from someone who knows what it feels like to lose years of freedom. Circle Small Juli cannot rewrite where he has been, but he can decide what happens next. With Big Cat Records behind him, new music on the way and “Poppin Out” serving as an introduction to his story, Juli is taking the experiences that could have ended his journey and putting them into the music.</p>
<p>For Circle Small Juli, popping out means a little more than simply showing up. This time, it means moving forward.</p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Logan]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 07:13:06 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is a difference between releasing a song and watching people begin to make it their own. For Boston artist Shaney Poo, that shift is happening around his new single “New World Bounce,” as the high-energy record continues gaining traction across social media through dance videos, creator content and an expanding wave of audience participation. [&#038;hellip]]></description>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There is a difference between releasing a song and watching people begin to make it their own.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For Boston artist </span><b>Shaney Poo</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, that shift is happening around his new single </span><b>“New World Bounce,”</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> as the high-energy record continues gaining traction across social media through dance videos, creator content and an expanding wave of audience participation.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The single comes from Shaney Poo’s new project, </span><b>WTTNWO, “Welcome to the New World Order,”</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and serves as an energetic introduction to the latest chapter of an artist who has spent years building at the intersection of music, culture and community.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A Haitian-American artist, songwriter and producer from Boston, Shaney Poo has developed a sound that pulls from pop, hip-hop, Afro-Caribbean influences and gospel. That genre-crossing foundation is central to “New World Bounce,” a record that places rhythm and movement at the forefront.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The social response makes sense.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“New World Bounce” does not ask listeners to study it before reacting. The immediate invitation is physical. Hear the rhythm. Catch the energy. Move.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">That simplicity gives the record an advantage in a social environment where discovery can happen within seconds. Every new dance or creator video has the potential to introduce the song to an audience outside Shaney Poo’s existing circle.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">But the single is also leading somewhere.</span></p>
<p><b>WTTNWO, “Welcome to the New World Order,”</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> expands the world surrounding “New World Bounce” and gives newly interested listeners a larger body of work to explore. The project also includes </span><b>“Have to Confess” featuring Nova Novais</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, offering another side of Shaney Poo’s current musical direction.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The momentum arrives after years of independent groundwork.</span></p>
<p><img title="WTTNW-Album-Cover--500x500  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1992254" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WTTNW-Album-Cover--500x500.jpg" alt="WTTNW-Album-Cover--500x500 Shaney Poo’s “New World Bounce” Is Gaining Momentum Across Social Media  " width="500" height="500" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WTTNW-Album-Cover--500x500.jpg 500w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WTTNW-Album-Cover-.jpg 700w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Shaney Poo has been independently releasing music since 2015, building a career that stretches beyond recording into production, performance, fashion, acting and entrepreneurship. His work in Boston has also made community-building part of his creative identity.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As co-founder of </span><b>B.L.A.C Pop Music and Show &amp; Tell Boston</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, he has helped create opportunities for emerging artists and creatives to perform, connect and become more visible.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">That history adds another dimension to what is happening with “New World Bounce.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">An artist who has spent years helping create platforms for other creatives is now watching audiences help carry his own record from screen to screen.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Social-media attention can disappear quickly. The bigger opportunity is turning that moment into discovery.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Someone sees the dance.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">They hear the song.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">They search Shaney Poo.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">They discover WTTNWO.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">And potentially, a casual viewer becomes a new fan.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For Shaney Poo, </span><b>“New World Bounce” may be the introduction, but the new world behind it is where the larger story begins.</b></p>
<p><b>Follow Shaney Poo</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Official Website | </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrshaneypoo?utm_source=chatgpt.com"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Instagram @mrshaneypoo</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> | </span><a href="https://unitedmasters.com/m/new-world-bounce?utm_source=chatgpt.com"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Listen to “New World Bounce”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> | YouTube | Spotify</span></p>
<p><b>Media &amp; Press:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Juel PR | </span><a href="mailto:juel@jorpr.com"><span style="font-weight: 400;">juel@jorpr.com</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> | @juelsofrome</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br />
</span><b>Bookings:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> B.L.A.C Pop Music | </span><a href="mailto:BLACPop@gmail.com"><span style="font-weight: 400;">BLACPop@gmail.com</span></a></p>
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		<title>Chad HaTTaH Announces “Gee,” the First Chapter of The Reconciliation of Chad HaTTaH, Arriving This October</title>
		<link>https://hiphopsince1987.com/2026/music/chad-hattah-announces-gee-the-first-chapter-of-the-reconciliation-of-chad-hattah-arriving-this-october/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:36:06 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Chad HaTTaH; Photo credit – Olha Melokhina Chad HaTTaH is set to release “Gee,” the first single from his upcoming EP The Reconciliation of Chad HaTTaH, this October. The release will open a five-chapter hip-hop and neo-soul project built around an internal conflict that HaTTaH turns into a larger story about perception, reaction and change. [&#038;hellip]]></description>
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<p><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Chad HaTTaH; Photo credit – Olha Melokhina</span></i></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Chad HaTTaH is set to release “Gee,” the first single from his upcoming EP The Reconciliation of Chad HaTTaH, this October. The release will open a five-chapter hip-hop and neo-soul project built around an internal conflict that HaTTaH turns into a larger story about perception, reaction and change.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Gee” explores the shift from judgment to observation. The song grew from HaTTaH’s realization that constantly labeling people, situations and himself was making it harder to see things clearly. Its visual world extends that idea through reflections, fog, shifting perceptions and Alice in Wonderland imagery, gradually moving toward greater clarity.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">But “Gee” is only the beginning.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Across the project, HaTTaH uses a visual narrative to trace how a person can move through states such as judgment, fear, worry, ego and doubt. In the accompanying story, his character is pulled into a book and falls through these different states. The fall may take only seconds on screen, but it represents a much longer emotional process in HaTTaH’s life.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The songs focus on what comes after that fall. Observation, courage, hope, soul and faith become the central ideas as the story moves forward.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">That structure allows HaTTaH to approach the project through two perspectives of the same person. One experiences hurt, insecurity and emotional reactions in real time. The other can step back and observe those experiences with more patience and compassion. The two perspectives are not presented as opposing forces. Instead, they form an ongoing internal conversation.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The concept developed after a difficult falling-out with close friends. HaTTaH initially wrote from a place of frustration, looking outward and questioning the actions of other people. As the writing progressed, however, his focus changed. He began examining his own reactions and what they might reveal.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">That shift became the foundation for the EP.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The project also reflects HaTTaH’s long-standing interest in psychology, philosophy and visual storytelling. Film, literature, sports, travel and experiences at gatherings such as Burning Man have all influenced how he approaches narrative and symbolism.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Those influences carry into the EP’s visual world, which is organized around three ideas: the mind, the heart and the spirit. Each represents a different way of processing the experiences explored throughout the songs.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The five chapters also create a progression from reactive states toward more reflective ones. Judgment gives way to observation, fear moves toward courage, and doubt begins to make room for faith. Rather than presenting these changes as a simple transformation, HaTTaH treats them as part of an ongoing process.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The timing of the release adds another layer to the story. Arriving in the fall, the project draws on the season’s familiar image of leaves being shed. For HaTTaH, the metaphor is not about rejecting who someone was, but releasing patterns that no longer serve them while understanding the experiences that created those patterns.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Following “Gee,” HaTTaH plans to release the remaining chapters as individual singles throughout the fall, giving listeners the opportunity to experience the story one piece at a time.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For HaTTaH, The Reconciliation of Chad HaTTaH is less about creating a polished version of himself and more about documenting what happens when the person telling the story also becomes its subject.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Gee” will be the first chapter.</span></p>
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		<title>Inside the Bandz Baby Flow State Album: How OTV Ian and KSully Found the Groove</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Nimra Khan]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 03:54:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The title says it all. When producer OTV Ian looks back on the making of the Bandz Baby Flow State album, he keeps returning to one idea: everyone in the room was locked in. The project, released recently, features a number of beats from OTV Ian and KSully, and it has become one of the [&#038;hellip]]></description>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The title says it all. When producer OTV Ian looks back on the making of the Bandz Baby </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Flow State</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> album, he keeps returning to one idea: everyone in the room was locked in. The project, released recently, features a number of beats from OTV Ian and KSully, and it has become one of the defining chapters of his run with Out The Vault Records.</span></p>
<h4><b>Inside the Bandz Baby Flow State Album Sessions</b></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">According to OTV Ian, the recording process was as fluid as the title suggests. &#8220;Everybody was in flow state,&#8221; he says of the studio sessions, calling the experience one of the most memorable of his career. The work took place within the circle he has built around Out The Vault, which runs sessions largely in the Boston area and out of Studio NH in Bedford, New Hampshire, and Do Over Don&#8217;t Studios in Quincy, Massachusetts.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For OTV Ian, the </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Flow State</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> project also illustrates how he prefers to work. He doesn&#8217;t chase a single formula. His approach is to serve the moment, or, in his words, whatever the vibe needs.</span></p>
<h4><b>The Production Team</b></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Behind the boards, the Bandz Baby </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Flow State</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> album reflects a partnership between OTV Ian and KSully, an owner of Do Over Don&#8217;t Studios. OTV Ian also works with co-founder Jay R and Project X of Studio NH. His palette spans multiple eras, from the soulful loops of J Dilla and Nujabes to the hard-hitting 808 sound of Southside, TM88 and Lex Luger, plus the melodic bounce of Pi&#8217;erre Bourne and Internet Money producers.</span></p>
<h4><b>What Comes Next: OMGitsFendi and Montana 99</b></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">After the release of the Bandz Baby </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Flow State</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> album, OTV Ian has his eye on new sessions. He says he wants to work more with OMGitsFendi and Montana 99 this fall, and he promises &#8220;awesome music&#8221; from those collaborations. Beyond that, expect more content, more clothing, and more music from Out The Vault, which he says is going global.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Keep up with the latest on</span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/otv.ian"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">OTV Ian&#8217;s Instagram page</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p>
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		<title>Deyzoh: Albanian Artist Ronaldo Shtylla Continues His Musical Journey With “Jom Keq”</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:35:53 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Ronaldo Shtylla, known professionally as Deyzoh, is an Albanian singer, songwriter and producer born on August 2, 1999, in Tirana, Albania. He began his musical journey at the age of 13, developing his skills and artistic identity over the years through songwriting, production and performance. Growing up in Albania, Deyzoh developed a strong connection with [&#038;hellip]]></description>
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<p>Ronaldo Shtylla, known professionally as Deyzoh, is an Albanian singer, songwriter and producer born on August 2, 1999, in Tirana, Albania. He began his musical journey at the age of 13, developing his skills and artistic identity over the years through songwriting, production and performance.</p>
<p>Growing up in Albania, Deyzoh developed a strong connection with music from an early age. His work combines contemporary pop and urban sounds with elements of Albanian music, creating an evolving style that reflects both his background and his approach to modern music.</p>
<p>Throughout his career, Deyzoh has released a diverse catalogue of songs, including “Katile,” “Qaje,” “Fale,” “Sa Gabim,” “Pervelu,” “Jaguari,” “Zjarr” and “Bukuri.” His releases have allowed him to explore different sounds and collaborations while establishing his presence within the Albanian music scene.</p>
<p>One of his notable releases is “Katile,” a collaboration with Florian Tufallari, which became one of the songs associated with his catalogue. Deyzoh has continued to expand his musical work through collaborations with other established Albanian artists.</p>
<p>Among his more recent collaborations is “Zjarr,” a song with Albanian artist 2Ton. The collaboration brought together two artists from the contemporary Albanian music scene and added another release to Deyzoh’s catalogue.</p>
<p>Deyzoh’s work extends beyond performing. As a songwriter and producer, he is involved in the creative process behind music and has contributed to projects involving other artists. This broader role allows him to approach music not only as a performer, but also from the perspective of songwriting and production.</p>
<p>Now, Deyzoh is entering another chapter of his career with his latest release, “Jom Keq.” Released in September 2026, the song is his newest project and continues his exploration of contemporary Albanian pop and urban music.</p>
<p>“Jom Keq” follows a series of releases and collaborations that have shaped Deyzoh’s catalogue and reflects his continued work as an artist who is involved in multiple stages of the music-making process.</p>
<p>From beginning his musical journey at 13 to developing a career as a singer, songwriter and producer, Ronaldo Shtylla, known as Deyzoh, continues to build his artistic catalogue through new music and collaborations. With “Jom Keq” marking his latest release, Deyzoh’s musical journey continues with new projects and further development of his sound.</p>
<h2>Follow Deyzoh</h2>
<p><a href="https://youtube.com/@monkey-music">YouTube</a> · <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deyzoh_">Instagram</a> · <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@deyzoh">TikTok</a> · <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/7rjgaXn9KqVM4CrYaXJIiJ">Spotify</a></p>
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		<title>Mecca4ever: The Hip-Hop Queen Drops “Woopededoo” and Gears Up for the Album “Paroushia: The Revelations”</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Nimra Khan]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 06:08:58 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The streets are buzzing as Mecca4ever, the reigning Queen of Hip-Hop, unleashes her latest banger, “Woopededoo.” The track is pure fire, featuring infectious hooks and hard-hitting beats that have fans vibing. Get Lit with “Woopededoo” “Woopededoo” isn’t just a track—it’s a celebration of living life unapologetically. Mecca4ever’s vibrant energy shines through, crafting an anthem about [&#038;hellip]]></description>
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<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr">The streets are buzzing as <strong class="x7amdea">Mecca4ever</strong>, the reigning Queen of Hip-Hop, unleashes her latest banger, <strong class="x7amdea">“Woopededoo.”</strong> The track is pure fire, featuring infectious hooks and hard-hitting beats that have fans vibing.</p>
<h2 class="x1yc453h x1603h9y x1gtpwm6 x7amdea x1i21sxh xladpa3 x1iykcro xma8rkl x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1fv8qjw x1a024ua x14l7nz5 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr">Get Lit with “Woopededoo”</h2>
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr">“Woopededoo” isn’t just a track—it’s a celebration of living life unapologetically. Mecca4ever’s vibrant energy shines through, crafting an anthem about letting loose, embracing the moment, and soaking in the good times.</p>
<blockquote class="x1ux7cnd xp43mbd x1yc453h x1qeawuv x19gujjy x1cpjm7i x1g6lqjk x1ft583c x1682cnc x1hmns74 xbs2zpe x17mssa0 x19ekbn6 x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1m9urvh x1fv8qjw x128ud7f x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xqsupf2 xrxpjvj x26vrf4 xutjtvt x1n2onr6">
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr">“I’m hyped for everyone to dive into ‘Woopededoo,’” she shares. “It’s about good vibes and enjoying life. You’re gonna want to hit repeat!”</p>
</blockquote>
<h2 class="x1yc453h x1603h9y x1gtpwm6 x7amdea x1i21sxh xladpa3 x1iykcro xma8rkl x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1fv8qjw x1a024ua x14l7nz5 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr">Anticipation Builds for <em>Paroushia: The Revelations</em></h2>
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr">But that’s just the beginning.</p>
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr">Mecca4ever is gearing up for her highly anticipated album, <em><strong class="x7amdea">Paroushia: The Revelations</strong></em>, dropping <strong class="x7amdea">October 9, 2027</strong>.</p>
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr">The project will feature powerful singles including <strong class="x7amdea">“Blocked,” “Woopededoo,”</strong> and <strong class="x7amdea">“Forward March,”</strong> showcasing her growth, resilience, and determination.</p>
<blockquote class="x1ux7cnd xp43mbd x1yc453h x1qeawuv x19gujjy x1cpjm7i x1g6lqjk x1ft583c x1682cnc x1hmns74 xbs2zpe x17mssa0 x19ekbn6 x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1m9urvh x1fv8qjw x128ud7f x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xqsupf2 xrxpjvj x26vrf4 xutjtvt x1n2onr6">
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr">“‘Blocked’ is an anthem about overcoming negativity and protecting your spirit,” she reveals. “It reflects my life as a strong woman battling through storms and maintaining my endurance. I want listeners to feel empowered, knowing they can rise above challenges.”</p>
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<p dir="ltr"><img title="Purple-Vintage-Joker-Mixtape-Album-Cover_1787074645754_result-500x500  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1992202" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Purple-Vintage-Joker-Mixtape-Album-Cover_1787074645754_result-500x500.webp" alt="Purple-Vintage-Joker-Mixtape-Album-Cover_1787074645754_result-500x500 Mecca4ever: The Hip-Hop Queen Drops “Woopededoo” and Gears Up for the Album “Paroushia: The Revelations”  " width="500" height="500" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Purple-Vintage-Joker-Mixtape-Album-Cover_1787074645754_result-500x500.webp 500w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Purple-Vintage-Joker-Mixtape-Album-Cover_1787074645754_result-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Purple-Vintage-Joker-Mixtape-Album-Cover_1787074645754_result-768x768.webp 768w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Purple-Vintage-Joker-Mixtape-Album-Cover_1787074645754_result-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Purple-Vintage-Joker-Mixtape-Album-Cover_1787074645754_result-2048x2048.webp 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></p>
<h2 class="x1yc453h x1603h9y x1gtpwm6 x7amdea x1i21sxh xladpa3 x1iykcro xma8rkl x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1fv8qjw x1a024ua x14l7nz5 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr">Independent and Unbreakable</h2>
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr">In an industry often ruled by major labels, Mecca4ever is carving out her own lane as an independent artist.</p>
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr">Her authenticity speaks volumes, and her dedication to staying true to her roots shines through every lyric. With “Woopededoo” and the upcoming album, she’s on a mission to inspire the hustle in everyone chasing their dreams.</p>
<h2 class="x1yc453h x1603h9y x1gtpwm6 x7amdea x1i21sxh xladpa3 x1iykcro xma8rkl x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1fv8qjw x1a024ua x14l7nz5 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr">A Legacy of Boss Moves</h2>
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr">Throughout her career, Mecca4ever has shared stages with a heavy roster of celebrated artists and performers, including:</p>
<ul class="xonam98 x1epdd7z xemmon1 xn020vs xfl32do xluzp7q x1yc453h x38giro xat24cr x1xobyvs x1fv8qjw xdj266r xrxpjvj x1bxe5rh">
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<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr"><strong class="x7amdea">Essence</strong> from the <em>New Jack City</em> soundtrack</p>
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<li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6">
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr"><strong class="x7amdea">Tech N9ne</strong></p>
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<li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6">
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr"><strong class="x7amdea">Bone Thugs-N-Harmony</strong></p>
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<li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6">
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr"><strong class="x7amdea">Montell Jordan</strong></p>
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<li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6">
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr"><strong class="x7amdea">The LOX</strong></p>
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<li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6">
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr"><strong class="x7amdea">Sparky D</strong></p>
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<li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6">
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr"><strong class="x7amdea">Das EFX</strong>, with whom she opened</p>
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<li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6">
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr"><strong class="x7amdea">Kia Jefferson</strong>, on the remix of “Put It Ya Mouth”</p>
</li>
<li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6">
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr"><strong class="x7amdea">Craig G</strong>, alongside legendary freestyles</p>
</li>
<li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6">
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr"><strong class="x7amdea">X-Clan</strong></p>
</li>
<li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6">
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr"><strong class="x7amdea">Fat Joe</strong></p>
</li>
<li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6">
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr"><strong class="x7amdea">Mystikal</strong></p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><img title="1000016364_result-500x493  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1992203" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/1000016364_result-500x493.webp" alt="1000016364_result-500x493 Mecca4ever: The Hip-Hop Queen Drops “Woopededoo” and Gears Up for the Album “Paroushia: The Revelations”  " width="500" height="493" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/1000016364_result-500x493.webp 500w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/1000016364_result-768x757.webp 768w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/1000016364_result.webp 911w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></p>
<p class="x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj" dir="ltr">With <strong class="x7amdea">“Woopededoo”</strong> setting the tone and <em><strong class="x7amdea">Paroushia: The Revelations</strong></em> on the horizon, Mecca4ever continues to build her legacy independently—one record, one performance, and one boss move at a time.</p>
<p>These collaborations showcase her prowess as a heavyweight in the game, proving she’s got the skills to stand shoulder to shoulder with the best.</p>
<p>As Mecca4ever continues to push boundaries and inspire the next generation, she stands as a beacon of resilience and creativity in hip-hop. Don’t sleep on “Woopededoo,” and mark your calendars for the impactful release of <strong>“Paroushia: The Revelations”</strong>—this is just the beginning of a powerful journey in her ever-evolving story.</p>
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		<title>VA STREETZ SET TO RE-RELEASE 15 TRACK ALBUM “THE CANNONS” ON 10-23-2026</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 04:53:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[West Coast Based Hip-Hop Artist Reloads His Latest Project for a Bigger Rollout After Recognizing Its Potential as an Independent Classic VA STREETZ is preparing to re-release his 15-track album, The Cannons on October 23, 2026. The album was originally released earlier this year but the project was subsequently removed from all digital streaming platforms [&#038;hellip]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img title="WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-27-at-10.22.17-500x333  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1992194" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-27-at-10.22.17-500x333.jpeg" alt="WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-27-at-10.22.17-500x333 VA STREETZ SET TO RE-RELEASE 15 TRACK ALBUM “THE CANNONS” ON 10-23-2026  " width="500" height="333" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-27-at-10.22.17-500x333.jpeg 500w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-27-at-10.22.17.jpeg 700w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></p>
<p class="p2"><i>West Coast Based Hip-Hop Artist Reloads His Latest Project for a Bigger Rollout After Recognizing Its Potential as an Independent Classic</i><i></i></p>
<p class="p4">VA STREETZ is preparing to re-release his 15-track album, The Cannons on October 23, 2026. The album was originally released earlier this year but the project was subsequently removed from all digital streaming platforms as the West Coast-based hip-hop artist and his team reorganized for a stronger, more strategic campaign.</p>
<p class="p4">The decision was not about a lack of confidence in the music, In fact it was the exact opposite. As the positive feedback surrounding the album continued to grow, VA STREETZ realized the project deserved more time, resources and attention than it initially received.</p>
<p class="p4">“This dish wasn’t cooked,” VA STREETZ explained while discussing his decision to pull the album.</p>
<p class="p4">“I originally planned to release the album in late summer, but once I stepped into the studio and started recording, the records became even more impactful than I had envisioned. Hearing the lyrics go from the pad to the booth showed me that I had something special.”</p>
<p class="p4">Before its initial release, VA STREETZ shared several records with people inside his trusted circle. The enthusiastic reviews and growing anticipation convinced him to release the album earlier than planned. However, the project’s arrival quickly created new opportunities for both the artist and his team.</p>
<p class="p4">“After I released the album, doors began opening for me and my team,” he continued. “We reached an agreement that brought in some of the assets I felt were necessary to release the album properly.” One of those assets was Timmy Pierce of S.T.G Pierce Entertainment Group. Him and his team are playing an intricate role surrounding the new release date.</p>
<p class="p4">VA STREETZ initially planned to move forward by recording an entirely new project, but his team strongly encouraged him to refocus on The Cannons.</p>
<p class="p4">“My team told me, ‘No this album is it. We aren’t recording any more records, this is that album &#8211; You already have the anthems and potentially a classic independent album,’” VA STREETZ recalled. “I reset, listened to my team and now we’re anticipating a high-level rollout.”</p>
<p class="p4">Featuring 15 tracks, The Cannons pairs VA STREETZ with Jewel Cannon and delivers a full-length collection built around sharp lyricism, street-centered storytelling and undeniable independent energy. The tracklist includes “My Name Iz My Name,” “Cold Hard Cash,” “Rico,” “Phoebus Anthem” and several collaborations featuring 3rd Letter, Oski Whoa!!!, Esa MunClf, Pooh, South Side Yoko, Leon Lovelace and additional guests.</p>
<p class="p4">The October 23rd re-release represents more than a second launch—it is a complete reset designed to give the music the platform, presentation and promotional support it deserves.</p>
<p class="p5">The Cannons will be available for pre-order on 10/1 and will officially return to digital platforms on October 23, 2026.</p>
<p class="p6">#vastreetz #timmypierce #westcossthiphop #stgpierceentertainmentgroup</p>
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		<title>Stmslix &#038; Scimo Make Their Presence Felt With “Popout”</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 03:52:37 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Stmslix and Scimo join forces on their latest release, “Popout,” bringing together their individual styles for a record built to make an immediate impression. The collaboration finds both artists delivering confident energy throughout the track, creating a sound that feels direct, hungry, and ready for a bigger audience. “Popout” serves as another step forward for [&#038;hellip]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img title="4CE98505-DA68-41B0-9A9D-6BB079CF38BE-500x500  "decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1992191" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/4CE98505-DA68-41B0-9A9D-6BB079CF38BE-500x500.jpeg" alt="4CE98505-DA68-41B0-9A9D-6BB079CF38BE-500x500 Stmslix &amp; Scimo Make Their Presence Felt With “Popout”  " width="500" height="500" srcset="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/4CE98505-DA68-41B0-9A9D-6BB079CF38BE-500x500.jpeg 500w, https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/4CE98505-DA68-41B0-9A9D-6BB079CF38BE.jpeg 700w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></p>
<p>Stmslix and Scimo join forces on their latest release, “Popout,” bringing together their individual styles for a record built to make an immediate impression.</p>
<p>The collaboration finds both artists delivering confident energy throughout the track, creating a sound that feels direct, hungry, and ready for a bigger audience. “Popout” serves as another step forward for Stmslix and Scimo as they continue building their names and expanding their presence in the independent music scene.</p>
<p>What makes the record stand out is the chemistry between the two artists. Rather than competing for space, Stmslix and Scimo complement one another, giving “Popout” the feel of a natural collaboration while each artist still gets an opportunity to showcase their own personality.</p>
<p>With new independent talent continuing to emerge at a rapid pace, records like “Popout” give listeners another reason to keep an eye on the next generation of artists making noise outside of the traditional industry pipeline.</p>
<p>“Popout” by Stmslix &amp; Scimo is available now on Spotify and other streaming platforms.</p>
<p>Stay tuned for more from Stmslix and Scimo as they continue releasing new music and building momentum.</p>
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		<title>Flyboi Rich’s “With Me” (feat. Tkay Fantastik): Detroit Independence Delivering Steady Heat</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 18:16:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Flyboi Rich. Photo supplied by the artist. “With Me” stands as the clear flagship track for Detroit independent artist Flyboi Rich. The smooth collaboration with fellow Motor City creative Tkay Fantastik blends melodic R&#38;B textures with hip-hop energy, creating a polished yet grounded record that feels built for late-night drives, personal reflection, and quiet connection. [&#038;hellip]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img title="IMG_1203  "decoding="async" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_1203.jpeg" alt="IMG_1203 Flyboi Rich’s “With Me” (feat. Tkay Fantastik): Detroit Independence Delivering Steady Heat  " /><figcaption>Flyboi Rich. Photo supplied by the artist.</figcaption></figure>
<p>“With Me” stands as the clear flagship track for Detroit independent artist Flyboi Rich. The smooth collaboration with fellow Motor City creative Tkay Fantastik blends melodic R&amp;B textures with hip-hop energy, creating a polished yet grounded record that feels built for late-night drives, personal reflection, and quiet connection. Clocking in just under three minutes, the song carries an intimate, inviting quality—the kind of track that rewards repeated listens through its understated groove and complementary vocal interplay.</p>
<p>Flyboi Rich, an east-side Detroit native and CEO of his own label Dopeish Records, has built his career the independent way. Drawing early inspiration from the thoughtful lyricism of Jay-Z and Tupac, he has consistently focused on crafting complete songs and meaningful bars rather than chasing trends. His catalog reflects that grind: steady singles and EPs that prioritize substance and self-reliance. “With Me” sits at the top of his Spotify popular tracks, having accumulated hundreds of thousands of streams and outperforming the rest of his recent output. For an artist operating fully outside the major-label system, that kind of organic traction marks real progress—proof that focused work and local roots can still cut through.</p>
<figure><img title="IMG_0579  "decoding="async" src="https://hiphopsince1987.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_0579.jpeg" alt="IMG_0579 Flyboi Rich’s “With Me” (feat. Tkay Fantastik): Detroit Independence Delivering Steady Heat  " /><figcaption>Flyboi Rich. Photo supplied by the artist.</figcaption></figure>
<p>Tkay Fantastik brings his own multi-hyphenate energy as a songwriter, singer, rapper, and performer. Their chemistry on the record feels natural, with the feature elevating the song into something collaborative and elevated while staying true to Detroit’s creative DNA. The track has earned placements across major platforms, local radio support, and ongoing promotion through the artists’ own channels, helping it maintain momentum as a catalog standout rather than a fleeting moment.</p>
<p>What resonates most about “With Me” is the feeling it projects: understated confidence mixed with openness. It doesn’t shout for attention; it invites listeners in. In an era where independent artists often measure success by sustained streams, fan connection, and catalog strength rather than overnight chart spikes, this song delivers. It reinforces Flyboi Rich’s position as a consistent voice from Detroit’s underground and gives both artists a strong, replayable entry that continues to find new ears.</p>
<p>Stream it, sit with it, and let the vibe settle. It’s the kind of independent record that rewards the long game.</p>
<p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/0e2GI0xIO22mnO3dAU9RcR?si=5fCmcKv2RMOJAAKB4ralDg&amp;utm_source=copy-link">Stream With Me on Spotify</a></p>
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