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 →
Single: ALVMNII – Know the Difference
“There's real and fake in everything - it's up to us to know the difference.” Emcees AJ and Coherent of ALVMNII provide truth in the purest form. This Las Vegas rap duo has just released their new single Know the Difference on all platforms. This boombap mellow vibe touches on conscious topics prevalent in the... Continue Reading →
Single: Sicknotes & Collotta – Boots & Knuckles & Give Me Space
Time to strap up your boots and knuckles for these pure hip-hop anthems from Sicknotes and Collatta aka "Benji." Two tracks, "Boots & Knuckles" and "Give Me Space" feature these two Grind Mode Cypher Affiliated emcees and their ferocious pen games! In a classic cypher format, both of these emcees can display rapid multi-syllable structures... Continue Reading →
Single: Big Skoon – The Realness
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 →
Review: Ivy & DJ Bill-E Bob – Fireflies
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 →
Single: Datz Who??? – DatzDiggy
Who's that kickin' at your door? Well, it's none other than DatzDiggy, Las Vegas emcee, and one-third of the dynamic rap group Lost Elements. His first solo single "Datz Who???" showcases his versatile rhymes skills over the classic "Kick In The Door" sample made famous by Biggie Smalls and DJ Premier. Flipped by producer/emcee Big... Continue Reading →
Review: Vic Smith – Mamie Lewis
"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 →
The RUNdown Podcast – Ep 2
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 →
Review: PH8L – Since 1985
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 →