Nakala - "Do It Right"

Nakala continues to build on the momentum gained from her 2018 debut EP ‘Owe It To You’, which racked up 4 million streams on Spotify, as well as receiving support from BBC 1Xtra and Soulection. Her new single ‘Do It Right’ has arrived just in time for summer and is a collaboration with long time creative partner Jonah.

Providing an upbeat and addictive vibe to get you off your feet, 'Do It Right' is a showcase of flawless production and Nakala’s masterful flow, melding RnB and soulful hip hop in a way that shows she is one to watch. Nakala looks to keep pushing forward this year, with more new music on the way, and an expected 2 more EP’s in 2018.

"The song is just me, doing me. It’s for the summer, I was fucking around with other girls at the time but I still thought about my ex and imagined her with me and what what it would be like now. I loved the beat as soon as I heard it and I just wanted it to be a good vibe despite the reminiscent lyrics." - Nakala

'Do It Right' will be released on June 22nd via Majestic Casual Records.

Tengger Cavalry Release Highly-Anticipates Single “Heart”m

Tengger Cavalry have just graced us with their new hard-hitting track “Heart”. Having already made a name for themselves by featuring in the likes of Billboard, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal, the band’s return has been highly-anticipated by fans around the globe. Based in New York City, the band’s vast array of influences has made for a very worldly, unique sound unlike anything you have heard before. Their sound combines elements of traditional Mongolian music and Tibetan throat singing with heavy metal and folk metal genres, which many now refer to as nomadic folk metal.

The band’s future was uncertain for a while, following an announcement that they had broken up this past February. However, this turned out to be a short hiatus, as the band’s leader Nature G took some time off to deal with mental health issues after falling into a severe depression, making the release pf this track all the more powerful. “Heart” is an unmatchable, mighty return for the band, which sees them battle these issues head-on in the track.

“Heart” will delight metal fans, and potentially introduce them to a new world of metal subgenres. The track’s forceful sound may come as a shock for an unfamiliar listener as it’s sound is unprecedented in a North American context, but is sure to captivate you, regardless of musical preference. In addition to its unique vocal, the track is also given an edge with its use of several Central Asian instruments. The elements of softness and hardness in the track beautifully compliment each other, effectively mimicking the human mind and human emotion.

Clocking in at 13:36, the track takes the listener on an epic journey, that offers a glimpse into the mind of Nature G, who has documented his battle in the track through an intense emotive vocal delivery. “Heart” is a forceful combat for a band who have established themselves as innovative genre-defying musicians. Listen to the compelling, energetic track below and keep up with the band’s future releases by following them on Facebook and Instagram.

Julius Wilson’s Track “You’re Like” is as Powerful as Its Producer

Julius Wilson, Canadian-based hip-hop artist, has just released his newest hit “You’re Like” which was produced by renowned producer Scott Storch, known for his collaborations with Dr. Dre, Beyonce and 50 Cent. Scott is also famously known for winning eight Grammy awards. Right away, Scott noticed Julius’ unparalleled sound and teamed up with him to create their own radio banger.

Julius’ distinguished talent was truly recognized by Scott, and together they created an expressive track that captures Julius’ desires and love for a woman. The stunning production and Julius’ unique, smooth vocals gives this song a club-ready beat. The mix of electric, hip hop and pop-y sounds give this track the energy and power to intrigue all of his listeners.

Follow Julius on Instagram and Twitter to keep up with his future releases!

Young Rambo brings success home on “Big Play”

Young Rambo made it, but he hasn’t forgotten where he came from. In “Big Play,” the first visual from the Cleveland native’s latest work, Rambo celebrates his first taste of rightfully earned success by partying--but also by buying out an ice cream truck for his fam.

Of course, it wasn’t easy getting there. In other songs on the album, the 21-year-old raps about sleeping on his granny’s floor in a house shared with 11 other family members, and other challenges experienced while growing up in Cleveland’s east side. Knowing the pain of struggle only makes the fantasy of leaving it behind even sweeter.

The video opens with a powerful shot of a sunset on the Cleveland skyline, immediately dropping you in Rambo’s world. The rapper’s lyrics are memorable, in particular the shout-out to his teacher from the 6th grade. As Young Rambo flexes his successes, you want to root for the rising star, and hope that he really does achieve his dreams.

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Desperado Orchestra Releases Funky New Single “Outer Space”

Desperado Orchestra is back with the follow up to his 2016 eponymous EP, with the track “Outer Space”. The track is a groovy number that mixes a myriad of genres, from soul to electro, with just the right dose of funk. Desperado Orchestra is the project of multi-instrumentalist J Lawson, whose incredible life journey, which has seen him travel the globe, has led to the creation of his unique sound.

The track is a documentation of the highs and lows of his life. While he is currently based out of Hawaii, his life has been tumultuous to say the least. From experiencing homelessness, to serving a military term in Iraq, to teaching abroad in China, every experience has influenced his sound in its own unique way, making his sound as unique as his backstory. The track is a bit of a departure from his folksier sound, making the transition to a funkier groove on this track, while maintaining that classic soulful Desperado Orchestra sound. The track is a glimpse into J’s world, that leaves us anticipating his future releases.

He will be playing the Mercury Café in Denver on July 24th. Keep up with Desperado Orchestra on Instagram and Twitter for future releases and show dates.

“You’re Like” is Julius Wilson’s Newest, Most Ambitious Track Yet

Julius Wilson is one of the stars to come out of Canada’s ever-rising hip-hop music scene. The young rapper recently released his newest single “You’re Like” through his label One11Music. The track is an incredible concoction of genres and styles that encapsulates Julius’s music savvy and various influences.

The track is an ode to the love of Julius’s life that he playfully compares to the “air that [he] breathes” and “the heart to [his] beat”. Julius’s smooth vocals beautifully capture the track’s emotions, which are brought to life by the single’s steady bass-heavy beat. Thanks to it’s flawless production style, the track stands out and is an instant club-ready hit.

“You’re Like” demonstrates Julius Wilson’s indisputable talent, and is his most energetic and ambitious one to date. Thanks to its incredibly catchy beat and vocals, you’ll be listening to it on repeat and singing along in no time. To keep up with his future releases, follow Julius on  Instagram and Twitter.

Blac Chyna and YBN Nahmir Collaborate with Hip-Hop Producer Hoodzone

Courtland Collins Harvell, known usually as Hoodzone, Hood or Zone, is an Alabama-based hip-hop music producer who is showing the world his extraordinary producing talent with artists YBN Nahmir and Blac Chyna. He started off in bands when he was a child, and began producing music as a teenager in his basement. His father is a pianist and music director for The Temptations, so he grew up surrounded by musical vibes.

Hoodzone has been collaborating with YBN Nahmir for quite some time, producing singles like “Bounce Out With That” which collected 93M Youtube views and 89M Spotify streams. The track was proven so popular that Hoodzone also released an instrumental version. Other songs he produced with YBN Nahmir were “I Got a Stick” (10M+ views) and two more songs, “No Hook” (18M views) and “Bread Winners” (5M views), which were collaborations with YBN Almighty Jay. His major success landed him mentions in top magazines such as Billboard, Complex, XXL Mag and OnSmash.

Hoodzone’s newest star artist is Blac Chyna. He has been meeting up with her to work on many creative endeavors. They have several highly anticipated projects that will soon be announced, which are expected to be nothing but the best from this extremely talented producer. In his short time he has made a huge impact in the production community, gaining hit after hit as well as platinum certificates which are sure to keep coming his way.

Gee Bogins - "Level Up"

Sara Diamond - "Latter"

Marlenà Taylor - "Whats Luv"

Hailing from Birmingham, 23 year-old poet/rapper/humanitarian Marlenà Taylor draws on the power of story-telling and poetry through hip hop, and channels these forces to create a refreshing and personal take on the genre. Earlier this year Marlená took a leap of faith by stepping into a recording studio for the first time, and acting upon her burning passion for music she recorded her debut single ‘Wats Luv’.

Featuring a vocal hook reminiscent of 90s RnB era from vocalist Dee’John, Wats Luv showcases her honest approach to music making and depicts the ups and downs of the relationship in question. She explains:

“Wats Luv is a very personal song after I decided to call it quits. I feel as women, we tolerate a lot but at the end of it all every women have their breaking points and Wats Luv was my breaking point”

Bridging the gap between poetry and Hip Hop, Marlenà priorities artistic integrity over anything else and looks to use her voice to fearlessly inspire and motivate the next generation, explaining:

“Having the freedom of self expression and being able to connect with people through stories is powerful - I don’t want to make music for the moment - I feel it’s my responsibility to not conform to the demands of the world, but to the demands of the people. I feel like my mission on earth is to create music with a message”

Stream: Drake - "Scorpion" [Album]

Drake has broken his silence & released his brand new double disc album entitled "Scorpion". Featuring guest appearances by Jay Z, Ty Dolla $ign, Michael Jackson, Static Major & more.

Stream the full album for free below & comment your thoughts.

#LAOnLockExclusive: Spiffie Luciano - "Live By The Gun" (feat. Deuce Biggs, Chloeezyy, 1TakeJay, DoughuntTwin)

Spiffie Luciano teams up with Deuce Biggs, Chloeezyy, 1TakeJay, & DoughHuntTwin for a brand new single titled "Live By The Gun". Giving their rendition of Bino Rideaux's "Bacc Tracc".

Tune in below & comment!

KRANE & Max Styler - "Changes" feat. GØLDN

Following his critically acclaimed album "Fallout" earlier this year, prolific bass artist KRANE returns with his latest masterpiece "Changes." Produced in collaboration with Max Styler, "Changes" finds KRANEreinventing himself yet again to create a sophisticated and dreamy soundscape; the track delivers a slowly unwinding bassline and mesmerizing synths, all complemented by GOLDN's soulful vocals to tell the story of the sacrifices we make for love. KRANE's penchant for emotive bass fused with Styler's organic grooves is undeniably a winning combination. "Changes" is out on KRANE's SESSIONS, where KRANE has released much of his recent music. 

Over the last several years, KRANE has been a metaphorical butterfly - his production style is constantly evolving, always inventive, and undeniably captivating. With over 26 million streams on his Spotifychannel, numerous praises from industry tastemakers - such as being named Billboard's "Artist to Watch in 2018" - and his "Fallout" album rising to #6 on the iTunes Dance charts, KRANE has certainly earned his reputation. From the emotional future bass of "Chemical" to the hard-hitting trap of "Fall Apart," KRANEhas never confined himself to a genre, but created a style and a space where such labels no longer matter. Through his project SESSIONS, he collaborates with unknown producers of all genres as a way to both give back to aspiring artists and continue experimenting with his own sound. KRANE is one of electronic music's most exciting artists right now, so stay tuned to see what he comes up with next. 

Rajiv Dhall - "Happier"

Ragers - "Medicine"

Starley - "Love is Love"

Australian pop/dance artist, Starley, has released her new beautiful, and deeply personal single ‘Love is Love’.

After the international success of her debut single, ‘Call on Me’, Starley spent the last year in the studio working on her forthcoming untitled album slated for a summer 2018 release. ‘Love is Love’ is the follow up to her global smash hit ‘Call on Me’ which went 4 x Platinum in Australia, 1xPlatinum in the US (and so on) with more than 1 billion streams globally. There are few artists in the world who can claim to have accomplished as much, in such a short period of time, as Sydney phenomenon Starley.

Starley: “‘Love is Love’ is a very personal song for me. I had written a first draft for it that had a lot less detail. After sharing it with a few friends, it seemed it wasn’t hitting home all the way, and I realized it was because I was leaving out the parts of the story I felt uncomfortable sharing. I decided to re-write it and dig deeper. That felt scary and liberating at the same time. From that process ‘Love is Love’ was born. I’m nervous and excited to share it with the world!”

Starley’s captivating music is written with a combination of integrity and deeply personal lyrics that clearly resonates with her fans, adding to her chart success so far. “The cover for ‘Love is Love’ is not to be about me. Although, this song is my personal story, it’s a song for everyone, so I felt like a heart was the perfect way to go. The plot twist is that the colors I chose are the very colors of the bisexual flag. I feel like there should be a flag that represents love in all forms - interracial, interfaith, gay, straight, bisexual, trans, and so on. Until that exists, I’ve chosen to use the colors of the bisexual flag because they relate to my personal journey.” comments Starley on the inspiration behind her single artwork.

SHENZI - "Heavy"

An up-and-coming band from Miami, formed at the University of Miami's Frost School of Music, where each of the members studied jazz and contemporary music.

Jordan Pope - "Black Rose"

EyeLoveBrandon - "These Quiet Nights" (feat. Sipprell)

3 months after departing Neo-Tokyo, brandon* journeys to the ruined kingdom of Laputa. With only a book given by his teacher to guide him across the once lush, utopian realm, brandon* meets a robot, a winged traveler and other fascinating creatures. Here begins his journey toward discovering the universe that lay inside of him.

Myke Bogan - "Pickathon" ft. Khary

Today Myke Bogan dropped "Pickathon," the second single from his upcoming album Joe Fontana. The track features Rhode Island native Khary and production by the team that produced the whole album, 2thirty5.

The track is named after the iconic Oregon music festival, Pickathon. Myke performed at the fest in the summer of 2016 and took shrooms with longtime friend and video director Timslew - their first time tripping together.

Joe Fontana is slated for a June drop with a tour announcement soon after, so prepare for a summer full of Myke Bogan.