(EP) Laraw – ” Mood Af “

Rising Montreal-born and bred singer- songwriter Laraw releases her highly anticipated EP Mood Af . Ultra keen and ready to take her unique sound and aesthetic to the world, this new music project comes on the heels of the release of her debut indie single “I Should Call The Cops” and video for Pretty Necklace that caught the attention of some key members of the music industry cognoscenti. Occupying a unique musical space where Lolo Zouai meets MIA, Laraw’s raw, intimate, personal and therapeutic lyrics blend perfectly with the Indie Trap and RnB concoctions of producer and collaborator Tim Buron (Charlotte Cardin, Loud, Heartfelt, Nate Husser). And Mood Af almost acts like a manifesto of sorts for this artist whose words are as genuine and honest as it gets. “My songs are real stories, I don’t try to sugarcoat anything”, says the formally trained sound designer and music producer, who doubles as a fashionista that occasionally models for Montreal brands such as UPPL (Tamy Emma Pépin), Sokoloff Lingerie, Le artof. “Mood Af represents the psychological evolution of someone falling into addiction. Going from denial to total acceptance. I always hated to party, because everyone gets drunk and you feel this social pressure to get drunk. As I did, I realized that I would completely lose control. Mood Af is basically me going to a party, losing control, trying to fight it, but ending up in this dark place again.” She adds: “I also always scream Mood Af when I finish a song!”
Laraw’s debut EP Mood Af blurs genres, flaunts fresh storytelling and carries with it an aesthetic that will surely take the fashion and music scene by storm.
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Jonathan Hamm wants us to Stand With Our Immigrants!!!! @nobodyknowbighamm
Jonathan Hamm is a former NFL, #1 ranked USA Boxing Champion and Hollywood actor (Big Fan), discusses social justice and unity amongst African Americans and Hispanics during this political climate. Big Hamm’s TikTok is a motivational mix of women empowerment, philosophy and down to earth politics with his southern heavy Atlanta accent.
BigHamm stated in an interview with WelshDaGod that, “Growing up in a family of Freemasons, I was born to be of service to the people. My grandmother was the Grand Matron of Georgia and my mother was the Head of Education of Freemasons Order of The Eastern Stars”(BigHamm). His parents were taught to live a life of service by his late great grandmother Gracie Mae Smith who would spend her last dollar feeding random people of need in the streets of Atlanta. Big Hamm’s grandfather John Bell is a 33rd degree Freemason and he served on S.N.C.C (Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee) with Atlanta greats, Martin Luther King, John Lewis, Ralph David Abernathy and Andrew Young. Despite his athletic background style and offset delivery, BigHamm was born to be of service to the people. Follow him on TikTok @nobodyknowbighamm for more.
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(Video) Star2 x Sprite – “One Of A Kind”
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(Video) King fame ft king Toby luv – Not in the field
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Visionary Stacks Tha God, delivers a gritty yet artistic portrayal of life, loyalty, and the grind. Known for his ability to transform music into gripping visuals, Stacks Tha God elevates “Not In the Field” to a film-like experience, showcasing both artists in their element with powerful imagery and undeniable charisma.
King Fame and King Toby Luv’s synergy on this track is undeniable, each delivering sharp lyricism and distinct flows that resonate with audiences beyond Buffalo. With this release, they continue to put their city on the map, proving that Buffalo is home to some of the most talented voices in hip-hop today.