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 →
AJ of ALVMNII – DOWNFALL | OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO
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: 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 →
Single: ALVMNII – Low Key
We keep everything Low Key We let the music do the talkin' Brand new banger from ALVMNII Available on all digital platforms Produced by KID Psycho Productions Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/track/6Vx6viJWh5cinj3prAdDe7?si=-3Y_QpN7Tbe6PtLorH37HQ Bandcamp - https://alvmnii.bandcamp.com/track/low-key-prod-by-kid-psycho SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/alvmnii/low-key-prod-by-kid-psycho
The RUNdown – Ep. 8 Feat. OBESE THE PROPHET
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 →
The RUNdown – Ep. 7 Feat. NONE ILLA | Kanye West For President, Authenticity, Mistakes Artists Make
https://youtu.be/BYNN7eZ5gWk Is Kanye West a legitimate presidential candidate? In this episode, Cali emcee and entrepreneur None Illa joins us to spit some serious game! We discuss his new single and his background, if Kanye is a legitimate presidential candidate, how important is being authentic in hip-hop music/conscious rap, and we went over some mistakes independent... Continue Reading →
TheRUNdown Podcast – Ep. 5 Feat. Way2Gone
https://youtu.be/ReZlgnPb-Ck How important is building a brand for an artist? In this episode, we brought on special guest Way2Gone to run it down with us. We discussed the pros and cons of collaboration as artists, how to deal with haters, and ways to build and define your brand. Please follow him everywhere @Way2Gone Presented By... 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 →
Single: ALVMNII – WE AIN’T FREE (PROD. BY DJ HOPPA) #HoppaAndFriends2RapContest
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2zs9EpRQts ALVMNII's entry for #HoppaAndFriends2RapContest They decided to speak up about censorship, data tracking, and the abuse of our freedoms as 2020 rolls on. RUN encourages others to speak against censorship and share their truth - let us be the judge. ALVMNII is a Las Vegas rap duo who makes underground and conscious music. Follow... Continue Reading →