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auSTIN Brings Depth and Authenticity to Hip-Hop with New Release “In The Quiet Place”
Rising New York emcee auSTIN (pronounced Stin) is making his presence felt with the release of his new single, “In The Quiet Place.” A lyrical craftsman with roots in both soul and hip-hop, auSTIN
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MOB FLEXX Readies New Chapter with Video Release Entendre
Hip-hop’s next rising star, MOB FLEXX, is stepping into the spotlight with sharpened focus and relentless momentum. From his first taste of the stage at the legendary Apollo Theatre as a child to preparing
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Exclusive Interview: Rising Independent Artist Kingsavy Talks Music, Influences, and His Grind
HipHopSince1987 sat down with independent artist Kingsavy, who is steadily carving his lane in the music industry. With tracks available on YouTube and SoundCloud, Kingsavy has been pushing his sound and visuals to the
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Wavy Banx Creates a Timeless Blueprint for Becoming Immortal in Hip-Hop
Born in Northern California and raised in Greensboro, North Carolina, Wavy Banx embodies a rare fusion of West Coast boldness and Southern resilience. This dual identity defines his sound and fuels his perspective: California
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The Making of ABL Ocho: A Story of Loyalty, Hustle, and Heart
On a spring day in 1999, a boy named Zi—better known today by his many monikers like ABL Ocho, OchDaBarb, or MrCutEmUp—was born in Trenton, New Jersey. Two decades later, that boy would grow
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Finess Jewelz: From Indie to Icon with Music Success, Major Partnerships & 2026 Documentary
Recording Artist/Entrepreneur Finess Jewelz is rapidly establishing himself as a formidable force in the music industry, demonstrating that a potent blend of vision, discipline, and unwavering determination can elevate independent artists to extraordinary heights.
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Kilo Bizniz 41 & Smoked Out Mafia Music: From the Ground Up, All Gas No Brakes
Marysville, CA – In a world of overnight sensations and industry plants, there’s something rare about an artist who builds everything from the ground up — no handouts, no shortcuts, just grit and grind.
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Uncle Mo’ – The Executive with a Mic and a Mission
In a music industry that often draws hard lines between artist and executive, few figures have walked both paths with grace and grit. Enter Uncle Mo’—a singer, songwriter, and record executive whose career is
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