Historically, West Coast hip-hop has glorified gang and street life. Without strong role models, young black men often get caught up in a street code that leads to death or jail, often inspired by the rap artists they admire. For Las Vegas native Avery Harden, he never saw it as an option. From a young... 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 →
https://youtu.be/-_qRvxBGrBM No one can stop your grind. Keep your focus and stay moving. Middle finger to the haters - this is your anthem. The official music video for the single "DOWNFALL" off AJ's first EP. Bump and share! #HipHopForever #UndergroundHipHop #LasVegas Purchase and stream to support underground artists! Bandcamp: https://ajofalvmnii.bandcamp.com/album/downfall-ep Follow AJ on all... 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 →
Pre-order Coherent's new album World Ender today and receive it early, Halloween night. Official release 11/11/2020. Just released off the project is a track entitled Dark Matter, which describes the interdimensional Armageddon in horrific and dystopic fashion. The entire album is produced by Ivory, and this song provides an experimental space trap vibe. "Where you... Continue Reading →
"When in Rome" is the first single off Coherent's 4th album entitled World Ender, produced by Ivory. This song parlays conversations between the satanic elite and the children of God. It deals with topics heavily based in conspiracies like adrenochrome, ritual sacrifice, child trafficking, the Vatican, and much more. This song is available everywhere digitally.... Continue Reading →
Big Skoon's new single is sure to leave you stuck off "The Realness." Being authentic within hip-hop is a major principle of the culture and something this Vegas-based emcee/producer takes pride in showcasing within his music. He's tired of emcees misusing the mic, stunting, and reaching instead of teaching. Big Skoon honed his mic skills... 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 →
"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://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7fdfitVWMk&list=UUd-1dy3_c-9YDnF5Nh3PAnQ In this episode, ALVMNII discusses the "Cancel Culture" showcased on social media, sexual assault allegations against rappers and misogyny in hip-hop, which producers influenced us, and finally, AJ discusses how he likes to produce, gives some tips, as well as how we stay motivated with our music and being consistent. Presented By Rebel Underground... Continue Reading →
