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 →
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 →
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 →
While many rappers are flexing cars, clothes, and jewelry, this young artist is flexing his blood, sweat, and tears. SavageRaww's new single "Flexxing" is a testament to his grind as an artist, and what he has accomplished. Earning every dollar, this Las Vegas rapper refuses to let anyone take from his plate. Rest assured, the... Continue Reading →
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJF83OaSTi4 "It's time to connect like we online Fuck a color, time to unify, don't ask why" - Act Like You Know Better (C-Will) HipHop fans, please rejoice and come together now! Just when you thought the culture and art were on the decline, Las Vegas emcee trio Lost Elements (Big Skoon, C-Will, and DatzDiggy)... Continue Reading →
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGp2StkzkTY Music is known as a universal language, and because it transcends different demographics and cultures, it often has the power to bring people together. This theory rings true for one United States collective that uses hip-hop music and culture to connect as one through thoughtful expression and ability, just as the art intended. Universal... Continue Reading →
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36oGr3vYkJU&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR3UfTS5xegRiVw2N1MLD5yhzoMuufQYeYBUds0NNA9aDnodVFwV7w2M1-M "Between a Sunrise & a Cemetery" is straight from the underground, but aims to reach a plateau which few emcees who journey can embark. BJoe Steel out of New Mexico catalyzes epic storytelling and cultural lyricism with well-placed penmanship, reminiscent of classic emcees like Slick Rick, Eyedea, MF DOOM, and Rakim, who used these... Continue Reading →
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6TIalxhSOE Look who's bringing the heat from Las Vegas - BARS ON DECK Another Level is AJ's & Coherent's (ALVMNII) entry for the #CollabForTheCrown Contest by Kato. Go vote for them here - https://www.collabforthecrown.com/entries/180908958 ALVMNII is an emcee duo consisting of AJ and Coherent from Las Vegas. Both emcees are also the founders of Rebel... Continue Reading →
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNUG5FlKkEM "I can never be influenced, I just follow my intestine” - When I Fall There are many pillars to life, and often as a man, you build them up just to be torn down. No matter what, you got to rebuild, grow, and make sure you stand your ground with balance and stability. These... Continue Reading →
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9OvEdlPYCw "Keepin it real, that's mandatory The reason I'll have the same fans at forty It's the same shit coming out my laboratory Everybody and their damn Dad adore me" - All In JT Hernandez's debut album is a long time coming, but not exactly. "Fashionably Late" is the beginning of an 11-year journey as... Continue Reading →
