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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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Next Wave Hip-Hop Stars 2025: Focus The Truth, Rez The Goat & Official CeV Spotlight
As the summer heats up, HipHopSince1987 is spotlighting the next wave of artists set to shake up the culture. Leading the charge are three standout talents making serious noise: Focus The Truth, blending lyricism
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The Next Generation of Wu-Tang? Yah Sin Unleashes “Mad Scientist” Featuring Method Man
For those who’ve been paying attention, Yah Sin is a name that resonates with the grit and soul of authentic Hip-Hop. From dropping heat like “Bikini Wax” with the legendary Ghostface Killah to gracing
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Staying True: How MC David J Redefines Realness in Rap
MC David J is a dynamic artist and musician hailing from Augusta, Georgia, with over ten years of experience creating original, thought-provoking Hip Hop. In a landscape often saturated with trends and repetition, he
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From Car Rides to Studio Lights: Kayla AK’s Authentic Journey Through Hip-Hop
Driving about Sacramento with the windows down and speakers blaring with her dad and older brother was where Kayla AK‘s love for hip-hop began. Back then, listening to Tupac, N.W.A., among others, she was
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The Evolution of Dooney: A Southern Storyteller Defying the Odds
Born on March 15, 1996, in the modest town of Phenix City, Alabama, LeDarion Heath—known to fans as Dooney—is more than just a rapper. He’s a storyteller forged in the fire of Southern grit
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“Living” by Strategy KI & Simple Life: A Soulful Anthem of Resilience Premiering on VEVO May 21
In a time when authenticity in music is often clouded by algorithms and trends, “Living” by Strategy KI and Simple Life, in collaboration with Immortal Mixed.It, slices through the noise with raw emotion, introspective
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Shai Coke The Scam Rap Trailblazer Further Solidifies His Status with Mirages @ Midnight 2
After an exclusive early access listen to Mirages @ Midnight 2, it’s clear that Shai Coke is once again pushing the boundaries of scam rap while staying true to his unique sound. Detroit’s own
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