Reign Gretzky – Barn Burner @newhigherliving
“New Higher Livings'” own Reign Gretzky unleashes a bangin’ new EP titled “Barn Burner”. This 5 track masterpiece shows off his clever vision and ferocious flows, all coming together for a killer project. As you can see in his career one of Reign’s goals is to bring the urban culture to Hockey. In 2013 he released “Reign Gretzky: Pre-Season (LiveMixtapes), In 2015 “Hat Trick: Hosted By: Jack Thriller” (mymixtapez.com/album/74712 ) and in 2017 “Face Off: The Sound Track” (All streaming platforms), which our all Hockey terms. In Hockey the slang “Barn Burner” means a great game which is why Reign named that his EP. This might be Gretzky’s best project yet. From the production’s of Maryland’s own “Bosley” to his hard-hitting concept’s & verses, “Barn Burner EP” is a memorable release that will have you looking forward to more from him soon.
Reign gets around. From Chicago to Atlanta with stops in Indiana, Gretzky wants to represent the people everywhere and anywhere. To keep expanding, J. Reign just keeps doing what he does: writes rhymes, develops hooks, produce movies, records tracks and videos.
J. was born and raised in the city of Chicago, but at age 18 he moved with his mother to Atlanta, GA. It was in this southern city that J. hooked up with Big Mill Productions who have helped the young rapper establish himself in the South as well as the Midwest. A writer and performer from an early age, J. has used his gifts for rhyming and his special cadence and delivery to create songs that get into the heads of listeners and turns them on to the “Reign Gretzky” sound. He works hard at his lyrics as well as at crafting the complete song. J. released his first LP in 2013 to a great audience response on LiveMixTapes. ”The Reign Gretzky Pre-Season” LP helped establish this theme of greatness and the spirit of a musical game where J. competes for the hearts and minds of listeners everywhere.
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(Video) MUMU FRESH – “MY WHY” @maimounayoussef
Grammy-nominated Washington, D.C.-based singer/songwriter/emcee Mumu Fresh presents her new single “My Why”. Produced by Carvin Haggins and Johhny Smith, “My Why” will appear on The Healing, Mumu’s forthcoming album which will also feature contributions from DJ Jazzy Jeff, Nile Hargrove, 14KT, Daniel Crawford, Vidal Davis, DJ Dummy and more. Mumu has collaborated with Lil Wayne & Tech N9ne (stream “Too Good”), Busta Rhymes, Salaam Remi & Black Thought of The Roots (watch the music video for “No Peace”) and Common (watch Mumu Fresh and Common perform “I Used To Love H.E.R.” live) and Tobi Nwigwe (watch the music video for “Tundah Fiyah”). Mumu has performed on two separate NPR Tiny Desk concerts (watch Mumu Fresh featuring Black Thought of The Roots & DJ Dummy on NPR’s Tiny Desk) and has performed worldwide at events like the Essence Music Festival, Montreux Switzerland’s Jazz Festival and Dubai’s Sole Fest DBX. “State of Emergency” marks another chapter in a career of self-described “art activism” for the Baltimore native who has performed and given lectures within the US prison system, The Congressional Black Caucus, I.M.A.N. Central in Chicago & Atlanta, The W. K. Kellogg Foundation, Ford Foundation and The Indigenous People’s Movement. Mumu is co-creator of the Recording Academy’s “Best Song For Social Change” trustee award which went live in 2023 at the 66th GRAMMY awards show and was presented by The First Lady, Jill Biden. The winner of Indigenous Music, Washington Area Music (WAMMIE) and Urban World Music Video awards, Mumu has served as Musical and Cultural Ambassador for the US State Department, Ambassador of The Black Music Collective and is a former elected governor of the DC chapter of The Recording Academy. Mumu describes “My Why” as “a tribute to that person(s), place, or thing in your life that is your “WHY”. Your reason not to give up. Your reason to keep trying and to push a little harder than you thought you could. You why reminds you of what you’re made of and brings out the best in you.” The Healing drops April 19.
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Santa Sallet X Nemizzo (MSP) – “Big Hands”
DMV-based rapper/producer Santa Sallet and France-based producer Nemizzo are MSP, presenting their new single “Big Hands”. Sallet has been busy showcasing his brand of East Coast braggadocious rap across a slew of recent singles like “Camouflage” (watch on Youtube), “I Get Money” (watch on Youtube), “Championship Ring” (watch on Youtube) and “Chinese Funk” (watch on Youtube) in preparation for the release of Plutography, Sallet’s forthcoming album which blends salsa beats, southern trap, and eastern jazz with classic and conventional rap samples, reflecting Sallet’s international upbringing across South Africa, Dominica and the US. Sallet is planning a series of full-length releases, among them C.R.E.A.M. which recounts his journey from broke to financially free, and Women and R.A.P. which describe his pursuit of success in relationships and the music industry respectively. “This is the song that really started MSP Tunes,” Santa says. “Nemizzo had laid down his verse and I was like, let me try something on this and I just talked about what I knew. What I think is funny, the outro is actually me recording a bunch of potential beat tags. There was a miscommunication and Nemizzo extended the beat and made it the outro. I like it though lol.” Check out Santa Sallet merch here.
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(EP) 38 Hauncho – “First 38”
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.
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