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Jewel has been working hard. Making moves, making songs, and loving the process, the new EP “The KickBack” is the definition of hustle. We got a chance to sit back and talk to Jewel about the project and whats to come. Read below: 

Let’s talk about the project, what was the motivation behind?
Bett, my main motivation behind this project was me proving that I can do this. Really proving it more so to myself.

Where did the name come from?
I came up with the title The KickBack because I’m not really a club person. I like to hit bars but I love a kickback. I think they are intimate but still enough ppl to get a party going. Beer pong, tree, bottles and girls. Perfect lol

What is your favorite track from the EP?
I’d have to say Mariah, I really love that song. I love them all but Mariah states all facts and it was a fun song to come up with. Especially the hook, “catch me out PG with some pretty girls…” PG County is Pretty Girl County and that’s facts.

Do you consider this your best work?
It’s my best for now because i know there’s always room to get better. But i feel like this EP is a good vibe, i love it.

Do you feel good about the overall success of the project?
So far I’m feeling really good about it. The Kickback has been getting love and recognition so far but I know there’s much more to come. I’m excited about this one.

What’s next for you?
Next I’ma stay in the studio continue to cook up, I’m also gonna drop the music video to ‘All Good’

“ALL GOOD” – @Jewel__Boss

MUSIC VIDEO COMING SOON!✨

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Download “The KickBack” #EP now! Available on all major streaming services 🎧 pic.twitter.com/CWjHcdXPGU

— D.M.V. LOVE RADIO ❤ (@DMVLoveRadio) March 3, 2018

Can we expect a full LP soon?
I may drop some other singles and stuff then I’m definitely gonna drop an LP. I’m just tryna build my catalog at the moment.

The KickBack EP is available now via iTunes here 

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Kleve Kleveland is a humble artist from Alabama who is grinding heavy right now. He recorded his first song at 14 years old and been hooked ever since.  Music is truly a passion for this young artist. His hope’s are to be larger than life and his grind is going to make that reality. We got a chance to chop it up with Kleve and get to know him in this exclusive Q&A interview. Read more below and stay tuned for more music.

Where you from? 
I’m from Theodore, Alabama next to Mobile..

How did you get your start in music?
My first song I recorded at 14 years old, every since then I feel in love with the sound…

How long have you been making it?
I been making music, but I kept goin to jail so really never had time to jus stay in the studio but now I’m focused

Who are your influences?
TrakkLife Nation my team, Boosie BadAzz of Course and Kevin Gates “Knowledgeable Interviews and good music”

What motivates you?
Being the Underdog, Because I feel like I’m left out I really don’t have nothing to prove I jus be grinding being Kleve.

What are you currently working on? 
My mixtape/album “Kings With Knowledge 3: Battling With My Enemies…

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Way Way Bigger than what I am now, if the Lord’s will..

What is your opinion on the current hiphop scene? 
I really don’t have much to say for real, I’m in my own lane I jus let them do them, but it’s so much hatred in it I can say that though…

Anything else you would like to say? 
Go check out my work on almost on all platforms “Kleve Kleveland” is my artist name… check out my project out now on Spinrilla here: https://spinrilla.com/mixtapes/kleve-kleveland-king-shit-overcome-da-struggle

Follow on Twitter: @DaRealKleve 

It’s been a minute since we’ve heard from Rico Messiah but just because we haven’t heard from him, it doesn’t mean he’s not working. Rico has been focused for the past few months working on his new EP. With no features and mostly self produced, the project is destined to be dope AF! We got a chance to sit down and chop it up with Rico and talk more about the project. Check it out below:

How have things been with you? 
I’ve been cool. Maintaining. Last year was trying to say the least. I learned so much about myself more than any other year on this earth.

What have you been working on?
I’ve been working on me. I’ve been working on getting everything I’ve ever wanted.  Working to be the best, not only artist, but person I can be. Working on everything attached to me. Working on my personal relationships. Working on my health. Most importantly I’ve been working on being transparent and building creatively as an artist. I’m trying to be omni-present, I want to be like Michael Jordan with this rap shit. Not only was he nice with the offense he had nine defensive first team awards. He had influence. He changed the game. Well that’s what I inspire to do with my music. Not only can I rap, I can write a song, a crazy hook, and I can produce it.

Your ep drops March 9th, what can we expect from it? 
You can expect this project to give your insight into my thoughts over the last few months. It’s my own personal diary.  Also, you can expect some original organic sounds. I also will be dropping some freestyles that day.

 Who are the producers on the project?
I produced most of the tracks on the EP. There is a bonus track on the EP with one of my favorite production teams. Like I said before it’s a very personal project. Didn’t know if I would even drop it.

What is your most meaningful song? And why?
I wouldn’t say one song is more meaningful than the other. Each song on the EP holds a special place in my heart. They are like children I don’t love one more than the other. They are all meaningful in their own way.

What kind of vibe does it give?
I wouldn’t say that it has a vibe. I would say that the EP has an influence. It has a lot of hidden truths inside of the lyrics. This is something that will make you think. Eclectic rap but relatable.

Do you think it’s your best work?
It will be my best work until I drop something else.

How long have you been working on it?
There is a remastered beat from three years back on the EP. But I would say 4 months for what all is dropping that day.

Any features?
Not on this project. There will be plenty on the following projects. Just a production feature.

Anything else you want to mention?
purchase merch and Listen. Thanks

Follow via Twitter: @RicoMessiah 

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Allan Retro is a talented artist who is trying to make a name for himself. Born in Kingston, raised in Brooklyn, Allan had no choice but to grind for what he wanted. It’s not easy coming up in the city wanting to get involved in music. As most people know, music isn’t something you can learn in school. You have to teach yourself. That’s exactly what Allan did. Starting music in High School, he studied many genres and learned to incorporate them into his own style. We got a chance to talk with Allan and got to know the man behind the music. Read more below 

Where are you from?
I’m from Kingston, Jamaica, my dad is Jamaican and my mom is of jamaican/asian descent. I’ve been living in brooklyn practically my entire life now..

How did you get your start in music?
I got my start in music in high school with a couple friends, I actually started studying a lot of different genres of music to incorporate into my own style. Techno, electronica, jazz, r & b, hip hop, rap, rock, reaggae, they all stem from similiar roots. It’s an expansion of sounds that are out there to be discovered and to be inspired by. I feel you have to appreciate different genres to get an overall experience of great sounds. It’s help me build my own “sound” which I’m happy for, so innovation is key especially in such a vast music industry.

How long have you been making music?
I’ve been making music for about 13 years now. I’ve had a couple hiatus in my time because of life’s situations, but my mother is like my greatest fan. She is always the one to push me to go for the top when it comes to the talent she sees in me. I used to be unsure and reluctant in the past to pursue my lifelong passion because of fear, but I realized I have to be confident in my talents because no one else will do it for you at the end of the day….

Who are your influences?
Sade, ATB, Drake, Roy Woods, NAV, PARTYNEXTDOOR, 6BLACK, H.E.R., Roy Woods, OceanLab, Ayumu Hamasaki, Namie Amaro, Flatbush Zombies, ASAP MOB, Bodega Bamz, Joey Bad ass and lots others there’s so many for me damn lol….

What motivates you?
Motivation stems from everywhere to me, it could be from someone helping a person on the street to an artist’s new song. Motivation has no boundaries and I implement them in my music all the time.

What are you currently working on? 
I’m currently working on making more content and to keep pushing my music in all avenues.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
In 5 years I hope to be in a state of mind where I can purely be happy for making a living out of something I love to do everyday of my life, that’s my driving force.

What is your opinion on the current hiphop scene? 
The current hiphop scence is unique and fantastic I think. More and more independent artists are being discovered for their exponential talents with having home based equipment, it’s so self sufficient right now im this day in age of technology and social media. So much great music out there waiting to be discovered. I love it.
Continue reading Indy Spotlight: Allan Retro

Geter HD is a new artist from the streets of Baltimore. Everybody knows Bmore is nothing to play with.. and neither is Geter. Getting his start in music by playing around, it didn’t take long before he started taking it serious. We got to link with Geter and get to know more about the guy behind the music. Check out our full Q&A below. 

Explain who you are for those who may not know
im just a young nigga that expresses himself & tells his story thru music

Where you from? 
Im from Cherry Hill Projects, the Southside of Baltimore

How did you get your start in music?
I got my start and music from just bullshitting around and then i noticed that i could really make somethimg of it. Its been a wrap ever since

How long have you been making it?
I been making music for 7 years now

Who are your influences?
I dont really have no famous influences or nothing like that so i would have to say my niggas and my family is the biggest influences i have rn

What motivates you?
my mom lol

What are you currently working on? 
im working on my first mixtape ever, Cant Rush Greatness. I know you prolly thinking “damn this nigga been rapping for 7 years and he aint drop a tape yet” lol yeah i know but even i cant rush greatness

Where do you see yourself in 5 years? 
I see myself AND all my niggas living our best lives

What is your opinion on the current hiphop scene? 
The current hip hop scene is fucking weird bro lol its a few gems but other than that i cant get jiggy with it

Anything else you would like to say? 
Free DeeBoyHD


Follow on Twitter: @DreamTeam_Geter

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With his own distinct sound and pressure he applies to his grind, it’s not hard to believe we connected with this artist we are about to tell you about. FreshA is building greatness one track at a time. Putting in work in the ATL streets, he has a lot of substance to put into his music. You can hear the authenticity in his voice. Get to know more about him below in our exclusive Q&A and be sure to check out his music. 

Explain who you are for those who dont know..
FreshA is an influential perseverance man who is from Jackson,MS, raised in Atlanta, GA streets!! A versatile style artist, who create timeless music! “Building Greatness with no Effort”

How did you get your start in music?
My first introduction to music was with when I was 12 Years old with my best friend @DirtBennett! We recorded our first song on his Daddy answer machine! After that, we stole/borrowed my mom Cassette player and recorded our first song! And that was the beginning of my first Rap Group HTC (HardThrobClique)

How long have you been making it?
I’ve been creating music over 15 years! I feel like my situation is like Wine! It’s take time to develop a great product! So now I feel as if it’s Time! The streets need “FreshA and I need them. #Factz #Reallifetho

Who are your influences?
I have a lot of influences amongst my style! To make it simple, PAC,Biggie,Diddy, Fabolous, Boo Rosini, Davis Banner, T.I.P. And my influences with business savvy artists- Sean Carter, Curtis Jackson and Kanye, I love the strategic planning!

What motivates you?
lets see….. my motivation is My hero-My Mama(Alma Harris), Father-Andre Harris, my beautiful children, all of my Family members, the streets motivate me to build employment for the less fortunate! And last but not least, being broke motivates me the most!!

What are you currently working on?
I’m working on my EP “Untitled “! My first Single is “BETTER”! I felt like This Single was more of letting people into my real everyday life and also to inspire them that no matter what we going thru, it will get “BETTER”.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
In 5 years I see myself as an Music executive at my label or an major label! That way, I can be able to start building and developing artist who need the help that I never received! The game missing the artist development bad! Now it’s all about product development smh!!  Also, I have a couple a business venture deals with my Flooring Company and my mother and me are working on opening This Treatment Center soon.

What is your opinion on the current hiphop scene?
I love hip hop so much and I feel like hip hop is my lady! And right now, the game is disrespecting my lady! I understand it’s all about the dollar but where the consistency went! But all I can do is respect the Hustle!

Anything else you would like to say?
I would like to say Thank You Creator for giving me the opportunity to Speak my Words!!  Oh yea, #FreshABack!!!!

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Today we bring you a dope new artist by the name of Rjack$. Reppin Oklahoma City.. His recent video “Last Forever” is catching attention and it won’t be long before he is a house hold name. He talked with us about his influences, his motivation, and he explained to us who he really is. Check out our full Q&A with him below as well as his music video. 

Explain who you are for those who may not know
Rjack$ i am a nineteen year old music artist from Oklahoma City that’s been making music for around three years now. I design music that speaks to today’s youth while at the same time, incorporating ideas that speak to all ages. My latest video, “Last Forever”, is about young love and a young man’s passion for a young woman.

Who are your influences?
A major influence is Charlie Mcfly that passed away a few years ago he was a local artist about to blow before he passed away.

What motivates you?
What motivates me is me doing the impossible no one so far has really made in big in the industry that’s from where I’m from .

What are your goals?
My goal is to make music that reaches out to the youth have fun with it and make it big or go viral with my talent .

DizzyGotBands is back with his 2nd single off his debut mixtape “19” that dropped Feb 19th. This is a dope track with energy and Dizzy did his thing over Presto’s soaring melodies.  Check out the song below and be sure to stay tuned.

DizzyGotBands is a 19-year-old rapper hailing from New York. Currently tearing up the east coast rap scene with singles like “Flu Game” and “Lonzo,” Dizzy is set for a big year in 2018. His debut mixtape “19” just dropped February 19^th, but already has accumulated upwards of 50k streams.

Hey guys, today we have a new Indy Spotlight for you.

Emar is an artist from Georgia who is working hard trying to make a name. From South Augusta, it seems hard to make something of yourself. If your not 2 hours down the road in ATL, it can be really hard to create your buzz.

Emar is one artist who is not letting that stop him. From working hard on his music and traveling whenever he can, he is destined to make his dreams come true. Today he drops his project ‘Autonoumous2020’ which is a dope project showing what our future holds. The project features 7 new tracks with all different vibes. 

We think Emar has a lot of potential and we believe that he is next up out of GA. Remember we told you so. We got a chance to chop it up with Emar and get to know more about him. Check it out below:

Explain who you are for those who may not know
I am ‘Emar’ (formerly known as EMarWill) from South Augusta, Georgia. I’m a 21 year old four-time college dropout. I originally wanted to be like Hype Williams but music equipment was cheaper than a camera, so I got into music production.

How long have you been into music? 
I’ve been into music most of my life. I started writing my first raps at age eleven and recording myself at thirteen. But even years before then in my bedroom I would rap a few bars I thought of in my head.

What makes you different from other artists?
I believe everyone is unique, but many choose to replicate the same formula. It works, but, I’ve never been interested. I knew at thirteen years old many people wouldn’t understand my style and that it would be very difficult to catch a break. I was so excited when ‘Wolf’ came out. I got even more excited when Father and Awful started to break because their success proved to me I could be myself and be alright.

Who are your influences? 
Master P for his business mind and his success story. Andre 3000 for his deep lyrics and endless flows. Pimp C for his stories and “materialistic” raps (I believe he and Big Boi rap about luxury better than anyone else). DeVante Swing for his production skills and the talent that sprouted from him. Tyler The Creator because his productions are getting better with every release and he is still over looked by so many. Lil B because he started the Task Force and it has grown into a profitable wave.

What motivates you? 
What keeps me motivated in the discouraging independent world is the feeling I get when I’ve completed something fresh and new. Simply put, my love for a new sound keeps me motivated. I look back at all the songs I recorded and I talked a lot of s*** so I refuse to let my younger self  down.

What are your goals?
My main goal is to get into a position to go on international tours. I’m a huge fan of travel so I’d like to be able to make productions in places I’ve only seen while browsing the internet.

Talk to us about your project, what’s it called?
‘Autonoumous2020’ is my __teenth project that I’ve done. My concept behind this vibe is like an introduction to the future. You have AI, self-driving cars, drones, 3d printing, bluetooth this bluetooth that; I felt the need to make a soundtrack to the sci fi movie like reality we are walking into.

What made you want to do everything yourself?
I started doing everything myself because I had to. Most of my peers were interested in other things so help didn’t come until i was about sixteen years old. By that time, I was only interested in other artists being featured on my mixtapes.

What’s your fav song from the project and why?
‘Quick on the Draw’ I would say because when I conceived the idea I was hearing about a lot of gun play and I started to notice there was this wild-west-cowboy like mentality going around,  so I had to give my opinion of the merging eras.

Anything else you would like to say
We have to support and help each other! The “brand” is the future of Hip Hop and the internet.

Twitter
https://twitter.com/bruhbechill

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/emarwill/

Soundcloud
https://soundcloud.com/emarwill

Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQmBXyL-0rLme0_TJ_LXcXA

‘Flicks on the Bic’ (EP) Apple Music
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/flicks-on-the-bic/1300242154

‘Flicks on the Bic’ (EP) Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/album/3NhWlhEXGPfpdbKoN0l21m

Photos by Toogi Vision: https://www.instagram.com/kingtoogi/
Cover art by Omar

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