WIEUCA x JAVAE – Human Shield @wieucaLLC
“Human Shield” is a collaboration between experimental pop group WIEUCA of Athens, GA and Brooklyn rapper JAVAE. Alongside dub saxophones and buzzing synths, the track explores why it can be easier to put on a fake happy face rather than express yourself. Pairing intensely psychedelic sounds and visuals, “Human Shield” embodies a vivid crossover between rap and indie pop, which not enough people have pulled off up to this point.
Wieuca: At its core, Wieuca is a fusion act. Having dabbled in aesthetics ranging from garage punk to triphop to folk, the group has always managed to bridge stylistic variations with a continuity in confessional lyrics, homespun recordings, and psychedelic sensory-overload. With a colorful visual identity to match, Wieuca’s focus has remained pointing out the beauty in the hideous and vice versa since its 2012 inception in Athens, GA. “Human Shield” highlights this seamless, if unexpected, fusion of sounds by enlisting Brooklyn rapper JAVAE to bring the vibe into a new hemisphere. There’s no reason why indie bands and rappers shouldn’t combine forces, but at least for now, this cut stands out as one of the very few examples.
Wieuca has continued its genre-fusing experimentation into 2018 with the releases of the glitched out Local Celebrity EP that dropped in February, the psychedelic post-punk “Stress Box” in August, and now “6Ft Ceiling” which is the sonic equivalent of Juuling to death.
JAVAE: Living a nomadic lifestyle for the last couple years, JAVAE is an independent hip hop artist born in Opelika, Alabama and now residing in Brooklyn. While trying to crawl out of the rabbit hole of his own doubts, JAVAE pours his thoughts over an array of lo-fi, soulful beats. Raising awareness to the politically corrupt state of the world is something he finds important to speak on as a renegade in his community. Inspired by the legends of Southern hip hop, JAVAE’s style manages to be unapologetic yet remorseful, humble yet arrogant, and romantic yet selfish all in the pursuit of feeding the mind and finding inner peace.
In a momentous stride forward, rising rap sensation 38 Hauncho has unveiled his latest EP, “First 38”, a bold testament to his unparalleled artistry and unyielding dedication to his craft. After spending the last 8 months incarcerated, 38 Hauncho came home and got straight to work. Within the first 38 hours of being released, these songs were created. Hence the title, First 38.
Crafted with precision and passion, “First 38” serves as a placeholder for his highly anticipated next project featuring his single “Smooth Nigga” and “Alter Ego”. The EP encapsulates his distinctive style, blending infectious beats with reflection of 38 Hauncho’s journey, drawing from his personal experiences and aspirations.
Featuring a dynamic fusion of tracks, each song within “First 38” showcases 38 Hauncho’s versatility as an artist, effortlessly navigating through various themes and emotions. From his gritty street narratives , the EP offers a multifaceted glimpse into the artist’s world, inviting audiences to immerse themselves into his trap.
Available now on all major streaming platforms, “First 38” is set to make waves across the industry, solidifying 38 Hauncho’s position as an artist to watch in 2024 and beyond.
MaDrique drops the visual for “A FEW GRAND” from his EP “KEEP THE FAITH” produced entirely by SWIM. A FEW GRAND Video directed by King Murphy Media . Watch A FEW GRAND and stream “KEEP THE FAITH” on all streaming platforms
https://streamlink.to/KEEPTHEFAITH
LA based rapper HoodTrophy Bino releases the new single and video for “I Want Her” ft. Kalan.FrFr. Alongside powerful hip-hop force Kalan.FrFr, the two rappers get lost in a sensual daydream that ruminates over two different women.
“I Want Her” explores diverging figments of fantasy with sharp rhythms, captivating vocals, and deep, shadowy synths.The music video juxtaposes intimate vignettes of HoodTrophy Bino in a bedroom with roses at one moment and at a nightclub with Kalan.FrFr surrounded by women at the next.
HoodTrophy Bino has opened for Soulja Boy, Tee Grizzley, Bow Wow, Snoop Dogg, Chris Brown, Omarion, Flo Malcom, Skinnyfromthe9, YN Jay, and Ohgeesy. He’s received acclaim from Lyrical Lemonade, HipHopDX and more. Bino is set to perform with a special screening at SXSW on March 13th at Icenhauer’s.
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