With “God’s Plan” still killing the charts, Drake drops off his next single ‘Nice for What’ over a Murda Beatz, Blaqnmild, Corey Litwin, and Noah “40” Shebib produced banger. Sampling Lauryn Hill’s classic ‘Ex-Factor’ and was previewed by Lauryn’s son on social media.
The visual was directed by Karena Evans, featuring Tiffany Haddish, Rashida Jones, Issa Rae, Tracee Ellis Ross, Yara Shahidi, Zoe Saldana, and many more. Check it out below:
LiveLifeElii is a new artist from Maryland thats on his come up. Get to know more about him below and check out his music..
Explain who you are for those who may not know
I go by LiveLifeElii and I’m a upcoming artist out of Maryland affiliated with “ Live Life “ and also Reaper gang.
Where you from?
I’m from Prince George’s County but FortWashington Maryland to be exact it’s like 20-25 minutes from Washington Dc
How did you get your start in music?
I started making music when I was about 11 or 12 years old on my uncles computer , I actually made a mixtape around that age. I recorded a bunch of songs from the computer recorder and put them on a CD and from there I was interested in making even more music and being an artist.
How long have you been making it?
I’ve been making music for awhile now but I’ve been taking it seriously for about 7 months . Before then I would just make music for me and my friends to listen to. I would never drop music on any music platforms I would just keep them on my laptop but now I make music for all listeners and have been dropping music consistently for others can hear and vibe too.
Who are your influences?
My influences in music are Wiz Khalifa , Juicy J and J cole. Growing up I’ve always listen to all three of these artist they’re versatile and that’s what I try to model myself after. In my opinion all three can adapt to any beat and kill it.
What motivates you?
What motivates me is showing my little brothers and other kids that you can speak whatever you want to do in life into existence. Never letting doubters and hating ass people dictate your life and decisions you want to make. Showing and proving people wrong is my greatest motivation that’s why I go 110 % in whatever I do.
What are you currently working on?
As of right now I have my 3rd mixtape dropping on Spinrilla and SoundCloud called “No Fear” and also more videos are in the works with my videographer and engineer PxFilms
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
In the next 5 years I see myself making plenty of power moves. I see my developing the “ Live Life” brand more with my team and a few others. Also Maybe with a couple of Bentley Coupes and Grammys……..You never know
What is your opinion on the current hiphop scene?
The current hip hop scene is actually lit right now because I feel like it’s so many different sounds and new music coming out damn near every day. I also feel like it’s very balance because it’s still a bunch of artist who are lyrical and a bunch artist who just love making music and make it in their own unique ways.
Anything else you would like to say?
Last thing I would like to say man is DO WHATEVER YOU WANT TO DO IN LIFE !!!!!!!! Don’t let another persons opinion dictate your life
Twitter: @LiveLifeElii
Instagram: LiveLifeElii
SoundCloud : LiveLifeElii
YouTube: LiveLifeElii
@Prettyboyyj is a new artist from CT. Started music at 16 making rap battles and freestyles, he has plans to make it far. Get to know more about him below
Where you from?
I’m from Danbury CT
How did you get your start in music?
Started with bathroom freestyles and rap battles
How long have you been making it?
I’ve been making music since I was 16 so about 1 year or so
Who are your influences?
Kendrick and rich the kid are two big influences lyrically and financially
What motivates you?
Getting my mom into a nice big house gives me all the motivation
What are you currently working on?
Working on a couple features and singles at the moment
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
In 5 years I see myself hopefully signed or solo rapping for money
What is your opinion on the current hiphop scene?
It’s the youth. Deal with it. Nothing stays the same forever. We all change and so Wil the music game.
Anything else you would like to say?
Current hip hop is a lot more fun and about being different
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/lauwanz
-HipHopsRevival
The song really carries the distinction of a R&B / RAP Street Anthem. He talks about the success and how he chooses Fame over Fortune and Love over Dollars. Pacino is busy recording and working in the studio on new music with the likes of 808 Mafia, Zaytoven and MetroBoomin which will all be making an appearance very soon on these upcoming projects.
Lil Rae is a new artist from Zion, Illinois aka the Zoo. He got his state making music at a young age of 13. With influences like Chief Keef and G Herbo, his style is a little different than most. Read more about him below and be sure to check his music
Explain who you are for those who may not know
I’m Lul Rae, A lot of My Homies Call Me “Raeski” though
Where you from?
I’m From Zion, Illinois. We Call It The Zoo, I’m From 28th & Galilee.
How did you get your start in music?
My Uncle Used To Make Music & Shit So One Day I Was Just Like Put Me In a Studio & From That point, I Was Like I knew I could Rap
How long have you been making it?
I Been Makin Music Since I Was Like 13
Who are your influences?
Boosie , Chief Keef , & G Herbo. In that order.
What motivates you?
Goin Through The Struggle Motivated Me & It Still Motivates Me Today
What are you currently working on?
I’m Tryna Put Together This EP for The Summer Time
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
I don’t Even Know. It’s Like, I know But It Ain’t What I want.
What is your opinion on the current hiphop scene?
It’s Only A Few Left!! Like People Who Can Actually Make You Feel Their Music Through Their Words & The Beat. A lot of People Just Say Anything & People Fuck with It ‘cause The Beat Raw As hell Or something.
Anything else you would like to say?
We Up Next & We Thirsty!
Twitter.com/LulRae_FromDa8
Facebook.com/LulRae
Instagram: LulRae__
Johnny Word is a new Canadian HipHop artist who is rising trying to reach his full potential. Get to know more about him below
Explain who you are for those who may not know
Johnny Word. Im an Independent Hip-Hop & Rap / R&B Artist, self proclaimed professional stoner and new age hippie
Where you from?
Ottawa, on, Canada
How did you get your start in music?
I started writing raps in Grade school around the age of 13. My teacher gave us notebooks to write about and record our science experiments but I filled mine with rhymes. I didn’t really know where to find beats at first so I would just write to popular instrumentals or accapella, until my boy got a bootleg version of fruity loops on this super old computer. He take samples of old rock songs and stuff like that and make loops, then we’d take the beats record them onto a cassette tape. Take that cassette tape and play the beat through my dads karaoke stereo and record our ryhmes over it on a second tape. It all had to be done one take, chorus , verses everything. Sometimes we would get people to yell alibis and stuff in the background.
Then he would take the tape and record it back onto his computer to make an .mp3. Lol that’s how I started. After that we evolved slowly, bought some studio equipment, made some makeshift mattress booths, but that was the start for me. I was one of the first kids I knew rapping back then, we would freestyle everywhere we went all night every night my boy would kick a beat box and we would just go, It was an addiction.
How long have you been making it?
Roughly 20 Years Now, since 13 yrs old.
Who are your influences?
Method Man, Kanye, Drake, T.I. , Jay-Z , Travis Scott, Biggie , Partynextdoor ,
What motivates you?
Besides just good weed, vibes and music. My 3 Kids, Twin boys (4yrs old) and Daughter (7yrs old) and my beautiful fiance.
What are you currently working on?
I’m always writing and recording new music. Right now we are in the mixing stages of “Notes” a new mix-tape that will be dropping sometime late spring 2018, most likely Mid-May.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Making music and enjoying life, hopefully somewhere near a lake with lots of Pink Kush.
What is your opinion on the current hiphop scene?
I think hip-hop has expanded and become more expressive and diverse than it has ever been before. There are so many different artists and acts now in the game and listeners really have more freedom than ever to choose what they like and want to listen to. I think its amazing that more different artists get the opportunity to have their music and voice heard and I think what we are seeing being popular in today’s hip-hop scene is just a representation of the various was of expression and diverseness of our audience. Hip-hop is the most popular genre right now its the new “Pop” music and with that your going to get big business trying to invest and capitalize on the culture but the beauty of the internet these days is all the real shit still has a chance to shine and people can pick and choose who and what they wanna listen to.
Anything else you would like to say?
Smoke Weed and say no to drugs!
-HipHopsRevival
Z.G. is a new artist from Nebraska. Get to know more about him below
Explain who you are for those who may not know
My name is Zhauntel Gamble rap name Z.G.,18 years old
Where you from?
Omaha,Nebraska
How did you get your start in music?
I always did music but only thought of it as a hobby I originally went to college to play basketball, but came home and decided to fully pursue my music career figured out its what I was best at and had the most potential in
How long have you been making it?
for about 4 1/2 years now
Who are your influences?
i’d say my biggest influence would be famous dex i’ve been listening to dex since middle school i’ve always liked the way he raps and the way he dresses, he also lost his mom to breast cancer so I feel like I relate to his pain a lot. his music never fails to bring me out a slump
What motivates you?
I lost my mom to breast cancer september of 2016 that’s the biggest motivator out of them all I know she wants to see me succeed so i’m gonna do my best and only my best
What are you currently working on?
i’m currently working on single after single trying to build my fan base before I work on building up hype for a mixtape
Where do you see yourself in years?
in 5 years I see myself living the dream i’m dreaming now i’m only 18 and I know if I keep continuing to work hard on what I love to do I’ll be at the top in no time
What is your opinion on the current hiphop scene?
I love he current hip hop scene and culture I feel like it fits me very well as a person and artist and once I now that i’m continuing to be seen I feel like I’m going to blow up any time soon and i’m patient at that i’m still 18 so I have unlimited time
Anything else you would like to say?
gotta rep the 402
twitter- its_zg
insta – itszg
Seymour is a new artist to the game. Only making music for 8 months, you couldn’t tell by his sound. Focused on building his brand, we linked with him for a cool Q&A. Read it below:
Explain who you are for those who may not know
My name is Connor Moore, stage name Seymour. I’m a 21 year old college student that just has fun making music.
Where you from?
I’m originally from Augusta, GA. However, I now live in the Atlanta area for school, more specifically Kennesaw, GA. I go to Kennesaw State University and I am in my junior year here.
How did you get your start in music?
I got my start really just by recognizing my passion. I’ve always loved music and it’s moved me in many ways. Whether you are feeling up or feeling down music always has your back and that’s mad special.
How long have you been making it?
I’ve been making music for the past 8 months or so. It’s not a very long time, but I’ve wanted to do it for a long time, just never had the tools to create. When I met my very talented producer and one of my best friends, Kennedi Stephens, I really opened myself up and started putting music out there, and it’s been awesome. I love the feeling of being in the studio and getting dumb hype on tracks.
Who are your influences?
My influences are kind of scattered, I just love so many different artists. But the ones that stand out to me the most are Young Thug and Future. I’m not saying I sound anything like these guys but when it comes to the style of music I like and feel most comfortable with in the studio, their sing-song style of rapping and the powerful attitude they have on the track have influenced me a ton. I also really love Chance the Rapper’s positive attitude.
What motivates you?
My biggest motivators are my friends and family that enjoy listening to my music. I would say another motivation for me is people who doubt me, because I’d just love to see the look on their faces when I prove them wrong.
What are you currently working on?
Right now I’m currently working on promoting my newest song that I actually made with one of my very good friends from my hometown. It’s called “She Know It” and Polly Blanco is on the first verse and I’m on the second. I’ve known Polly for about 5 years now and I’m really excited we got to work together and I think we created something dope.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
In 5 years I see myself still making music for my fans. If I blow up by then, who knows. But even if I don’t, I’ll still be pushing out music just because it’s what I love doing.
What is your opinion on the current hiphop scene?
I dont know if my opinion on the current hip-hop scene is a popular one, but in my opinion I believe that like everything else, music is always evolving. I say let it take its natural course. However, I would love to see way less glorification of drugs and xans and shit. Weed is cool and all but all that other shit is dangerous.
Anything else you would like to say?
The last few things I’d like to say is thank you Hip Hop’s Revival for this opportunity. Looking forward to working with you all in the future. Also if you are reading this, follow my pages:
Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/sey-mour-music
Instagram: seymour_music
“She Know It” is available for purchase on iTunes, and available on all streaming platforms you can think of.
Thanks for reading,
Seymour
Get inside the brain of Sire Mastermind. A new HipHop artist that wants his voice heard. We chopped it up with Sire and got to know more about him. Read below
Explain who you are for those who may not know
Im Sire Mastermind. I am rapper/producer whos constantly tryna find new sounds.
Where you from?
Im from Silver Spring, MD and I lived there my entire life.
How did you get your start in music?
I originally started freestyling with my friends as a kid but i didn’t take it serious until middle school. That’s when I figured out how to record vocals on audacity. From there I started making beats in 2011. Since then, i been making music nonstop!
How long have you been making it?
i have been doin this music thing for 10 years
Who are your influences?
my influences range from Outkast, Nirvana, 2Pac, Biggie, Michael Jackson, Wu Tang Clan & Young Thug
What motivates you?
seeing people from rising up from adversity really motivates me to never ever stop this thing i got going. If you ever made it out of a situation mad people said you couldn’t, you motivate me!
What are you currently working on?
im working on many things right now, mainly beats, but im about to put a new project together called Control. all produced and written by me. ill keep everybody posted through my social media.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
In 5 years i want to be recognized as one of the most diverse artist in music. period. may seem farfetched right now but i think i’m on my way to that.
What is your opinion on the current hiphop scene?
Even though alot of people hate on the latest acts in hip hop, I really enjoy this energy-based, melodic approach new acts are taking. It excited me when i hear artists do different things with cadences and beats. i support the new wave 100%
Anything else you would like to say?
I would like to give a great big shout out to Hip Hops Revival for taking their time to see what im about. S/O to my loving Family, my girlfriend Kaila and her whole fam! treat me like one of their own and i love it! and s/o to everbody who shows me genuine love.. not that fake stuff!!
twitter: @siremastermind
ig: @siredoublem
youtube: youtube.com/timelesswave
