Off of the new project entitled "Dirigo" - Taking My Time is a deeply conscious melodic hip-hop song that features two of Maine's finest emcees - Obese the Prophet and Coherent. Both born in Maine, a state where preserving is an essential way of life, these two artists combine to drop a motivational, introspective, lyrical... Continue Reading →
For fans of golden era boom-bap, jazzy samples, and raw, technical lyricism, here is an underground gem that will leave your head nodding and your mind liberated. While boom-bap emcees are seemingly harder to find in contemporary rap circles, multinational producer Abstract Soundz has pulled together some top-tier lyricists from around the world on his... Continue Reading →
Just released two brand new, 7 track EP's from AJ of ALVMNII that cover a wide range of hip-hop styles and eclectic rhythms. In the last couple of months, AJ has released DOWNFALL & DEFIANT, his first solo projects ever! Both projects are recorded, mixed, and mastered by this young talent, showing his artist and... Continue Reading →
There's a war going on inside nobodies safe from. Every person struggles with demons and internal chaos, often with abuse, conscience, fears, and even our blessings. For Las Vegas emcee Ivy, the struggle to suppress this internal war has gone on for years, choosing to self-medicate with drugs and music to calm the voices in... Continue Reading →
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhkIs__TPjU&t=341s Were the Nick Cannon comments about Jews and Whites out of line? Should his interview have been censored? In this episode, Maine emcee/producer Obese The Prophet joins us to discuss Nick Cannon's comments that got him fired from Viacom, changing hiphop scenes and how to get started in a new city, and OTP performs... Continue Reading →
"Slim chances, need answers, all in my feelings Mamie Lewis made me do it..." - Almost Lost When an emcee steps into the booth, it's like they become Superman, but alter egos have problems too. They can either grow to meet the pressure or succumb to it. Seeing that potential and failing to live up... Continue Reading →
https://youtu.be/fD3MIFmbIwg Which emcees would you like to see go head-to-head in catalog battles? In this episode, the hosts discuss the recent updates surrounding the George Floyd murder, celebrity donations, etc. Then ALVMNII gets back to hip-hop discussing the sensation of versus battles within hip-hop, albums that inspired them, and also some tips on how to... Continue Reading →
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1SWqWxn-RWE Who are your TOP 5 EMCEES of all-time? Hosts ALVMNII break down their top 5 lists, discuss the potential career of Landxn Fyre, our writing preferences and social media and content and promotional tips. Presented By Rebel Underground | Hosted By ALVMNII The RUNdown is a weekly podcast discussing underground hip-hop culture, music reviews... Continue Reading →
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v110lyfGn6c ALVMNII is back with their fifth single of the year, and it's a banger! AJ and Coherent show why they are both top tier lyricists on this track produced by Trunxks for the Gawd MC 2 contest. While the competition is steep, this Las Vegas rap duo proves they can go toe-to-toe with any... Continue Reading →
For those who grew up during the Golden Era of Hip-Hop, the art and culture left a valuable imprint on the young minds of emcees today. PH8L is one of those emcees, who's Chicago roots infused his soul with the urban culture that now permeates as a pure breed lyricist with extreme mic versatility. "Since... Continue Reading →
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