Ursa the Chef Ft Mick Jenkins – Rigatoni @UrsaTheChef
After seeing quick success of his single, ‘Rigatoni,’ feat. Mick Jenkins, Ursa the Chef teamed up with videographer Noa Iimura to capture the raw energy of the 23 year old Chicago rapper. The video finds Ursa in his element: Bouncing around, smiling, and getting sauced up. Ursa and Iimura deliver a compelling video which was shot in various locations around Los Angeles with cameos from producer, Joni Green Tea, fellow rappers, Blu Dondada and Rocco 808, and dance team, Seoula UCLA.
’Rigatoni’, featuring Mick Jenkins , might be his first real glimpse of the public eye, but up-and-coming rapper Ursa the Chef has been hard at work for years. His debut mixtape ’Stick With Your People’ produced by Fishman!, was released exclusively on SoundCloud back in September 2016, but he’s been working on his craft since 2010. His debut single ‘History’ showcased talent among fellow Chicago-area natives Saba, Cub-J, and Michael King, and landed him several opening acts on the East Coast for Post Malone.
In the two years that followed, he released several singles with producers Fishman! and JAB, including ‘Chef,’ ‘Boss,’ and ‘Champ.’ Following Rigatoni, produced by Joni Green Tea, Ursa is working on multiple projects and has music in the works with artists including theMIND and Brian Fresco.
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(Video) Star2 x Seko – “Once in a While” @Star2Official
Thai refugee artists Star2 and Seko release “Once In A While”, the heartfelt new single and music video. Both born in the Mae La refugee camp in Thailand, the artists draw on their rich cultural heritage with the song almost entirely sung in the Ka-ren language and the music video filmed in Thailand.
“Once In A While” features poignant lyrics that reflect the deep emotions of longing and love, such as “My tears I secretly wipe them away by myself / I love you so much, so whatever you say is never wrong / I’ll chase after you over a hundred times”. Tugging at your heartstrings, the song is beautifully layered with rich harmonies, delicate piano notes, and a backdrop of female vocals that evoke a sense of connection that feels both intimate and distant. As both artists deliver their verses with raw, unfiltered emotion, the feeling of lost love is one that is never forgotten.
Refugee pop meets hip hop artist Star2 fled his refugee camp as a child when the Burmese Army destroyed their village and attacked them in the middle of the night. Faced with overwhelming heartache and loss growing up, Star2 found his solace in music. He has collaborated with the likes of Soulja Boy, $tupid Young, Mozzy, MBNel, Luh Kel, Lil Poppa, HoodTrophy Bino, YSN Flow, and MarMar Oso just to name a few. Now, Star2 is on a mission to elevate the next generation of Ka-ren and Asian Artists.
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(Audio) CNRD – Emotionless ft. Grand Khai @cnrd_wav
Bronx, NY native CNRD links with Grand Khai for “Emotionless.” Performing over a spectral sounding instrumental, the pair deliver a relatable heartbreak tune that taps themes of betrayal and bluffs. Filled with thoughtful bars and emotive melodies, listeners take a journey through the ironic inner workings of a man who’s in fact encapsulated with emotion.
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(Audio) ADRIAN JUNIOR – “Get With Me” @theadrianjunior
“Get With Me” by ADRIAN JUNIOR is an energetic hip hop record with a throw back to the 90’s West coast feel. With its catchy rhythm, it reflects themes of attraction and confidence, where ADRIAN JUNIOR invites everyone to connect, vibe, and enjoy life together. His smooth flow, combined with a lively beat, creates a vibe that’s perfect for social settings or a feel-good playlist. What makes this song so unique is not only his talent for crafting engaging hooks but also instrumentation and ad libs are all authentic. “Get With Me” is out on all platforms. Be sure to join ADRIAN JUNIOR on his musical journey.