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OCEAN X KUNG FU WRITE UP

(WASHINGTON CITY PAPER)

1/20/2023

New article on Atlanta rap duo Ocean x Kung Fu joining the rap titan Future's: “Future and Friends One Big Party Tour.” They are definitely about to blow up in the next year so tap in now not later

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Nick Hakim Comes Home and More Best Bets for Jan. 19–25 - WCPNick Hakim at Union Stage, Atlanta MCs Ocean x KungFu wow, local rockabillies reunite, poet Franny Choi shares, and Verdi’s Requiem delights.

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JAH$TAR'S SHE SAID DON'T MOVE REVIEW

(PITCHFORK)

1/17/2023

Write up on the first track from Jah$tar's newest project SHE’S NOT OVERREACTING. Go read the article via Pitchfork's The Ones column. And go stream Jah$tar’s new album too

Read about it HERE or below

Listen to Jah$tar’s “She Said Don’t Move!”: The OnesThe must-hear rap song of the day

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JEWELSSEA WRITE UP

(AL DÍA)

12/23/2022

Article on South Philly Electronic artist Jewelssea covering her Hip-hop producer origins, transition to making Electronic music and Djing, notable placements, and their busiest year so far as a full-time DJ.

I'ts a great read about an even greater person for one of the best news orgs in the city.

Published via Al Día

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Jewelssea: The South Philly DJ helping revive the city's rave scenePhilly’s newest DJ-in-demand has Puerto Rican roots. She brought the city’s scene back from the pandemic brink and it’s paying off.

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ALEX VAUGHN WRITE UP

(WASHINGTON CITY PAPER)

11/4/2022

Article on PG County, MD singer-songwriter Alex Vaughn. We discuss her upbringing, the open-mic series she started AV Sessions, signing to LVRN/Interscope, her newest project “The Hurtbook”, and a whole lot more. Tap in and #readaboutit

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Local R&B Performer Alex Vaughn Is an Artist on the Rise - WCPPrince George's County native and AV Sessions founder Alex Vaughn will perform her debut album at a sold out show Nov. 6 at Songbyrd.

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QP KO AND BABY 9ENO'S "THE 1 NOT THE 2" REVIEW

(PITCHFORK)

8/26/2022

Article with the good people at Pitchfork on QP KO and Baby 9eno's recent single “The 1 Not The 2.” Tap in and watch the music video directed by 100mz for it too #TheOnesOnTheOnes

Go read HERE or below

Listen to QP KO and Baby 9eno’s “The 1 Not the 2”: The OnesThe must-hear rap song of the day

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SLEEPWALKER'S FRESHPEOPLE LIST 2022

8/17/2022

The wait is finally over. After multiple delays and various setbacks, SleepWalker's 2022 Freshpeople List has arrived. We have selected 7 rappers, producers, and visual artists who we believe made significant progress in their careers the past year. If you dont know about these people already, you will soon. Click HERE or the top of the screen to read.

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JOONY'S PRETTY IN BLACK ALBUM REVIEW

(WASHINGTON CITY PAPER)

5/31/2022

Article on Joony's new album Pretty In Black The Silver Spring artist is one of the most exciting creatives coming out of the DMV, and his incredibly diverse project further cements his place at the front of the new generation of underground rappers.

#Readaboutit HERE or Below

Joony’s Pretty in Black Explodes With Star Potential - WCPMMaryland rapper Joony dropped his latest album, Pretty In Black on May 27, and at 21 he just keeps getting better.

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TETHRA64 AND COOLAIDHIPPY'S METAVERSE WRITE UP

4/15/2022

Write up on the METAVERSE event taking place this Sunday at The Foundry in Philly. There's gonna be a lot of rare shit going on from performances enhanced by virtual reality to a cosplay contest, and the premier of Tethra, Cooly, and the Exponent team’s videogame X2: The Next Power. The article is also available en #español.

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METAVERSE at the Foundry: A night of hip-hop, drum and bass and video gamesTwo Philadelphia-based musicians will be premiering their 8-bit indie video game at the event, alongside live performances and a cosplay competition.

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ODD MOJO'S "ONE VERY ODD SHOW" PREVIEW

(WASHINGTON CITY PAPER)

3/17/2022

Article on Capitol Heights, MD emcee Odd Mojo's annual "One Very Odd Show." We also preview her upcoing album "Something Odd Is Coming," which will be her first project since 2018. This an amazing read so tap in dh

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Odd Mojo Rising - WCPMaryland MC Odd Mojo returns with her annual showcase, One Very Odd Show, at Songbyrd after a COVID-induced hiatus.

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Lucki: 2 Neptune n Back Tour Opening Night at TLA 3/2

3/14/2022

Review of Lucki's opening show for his "2 Neptune n Back" tour at Theater Of The Living Arts in Philly.

Written by: qz

Read it HERE or at the top of the screen

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XANMAN RAP LIKE THE RENT DUE ALBUM REVIEW

(WASHINGTON CITY PAPER)

3/10/2022

Article on the mixtape from the Landover, MD legend Xanman. Rap Like The Rent Due is the longest project the rapper's dropped since 2020, so you really gotta tap in. He's one of the greatest punchline creators of our generation, so do yourself a favor and #readaboutit

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Rap Like The Rent Due Showcases Xanman’s Many Skills - WCPThe latest project from Landover's Xanman is a polished portrayal of the rapper's growth as a songwriter, singer, and wordsmith.

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LIL XELLY ANGEL DUST ALBUM REVIEW

(WASHINGTON CITY PAPER)

12/15/2021

New review of Lil Xelly’s “Angel Dust” project.

Written by BigMari and published by The Washington City Paper.

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Grown: Lil Xelly’s Latest Release is Clean and Cohesive - WCPLil Xelly, the Rockville rapper, kept it all “in-house” with the creation of his mixtape Angel Dust, which dropped in November.

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JAYJAY THAKAR / MOSHPXT ARTICLE (WASHINGTON CITY PAPER)

11/8/2021

Article on Silver Spring, MD videographer JayJay Thakar AKA Moshpxt. This an essential read for anyone interested in the underground music scene because JayJay’s most likely shot a video for your favorite artist, or your favorite artist’s favorite artist.

Published via Washington City Paper

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Moshpxt Keeps It Reel - WCPMoshpxt aka JayJay Thakar combines unpredictable style, intricate plots, and a love for the artists in his game-changing music videos.

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BABY FIFTY'S DISREGARDED EP REVIEW

8/1/2021

Go read our review of Baby Fifty and Swxfft's Disregarded EP.

Written by bigmari and published by The Washington City Paper

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City Lights: Baby Fifty’s Raw, Unfiltered Truth - Washington City PaperWith his Disregarded EP, Baby Fifty, an enigmatic 20-year-old, confirms he’s one of the District's most respected rappers.

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SLEEPWALKER FRESHPEOPLE LIST 2021

7/30/2021

The wait is finally over. Our 3rd annual SleepWalker Freshpeople list is here. Go read about the 7 Rappers, 7 Producers, and 7 Visual Artists we think everyone needs to / will get hip to this year

Read it HERE or find it on the banner