GREA8GAWD & Joey Majors Drop “MAGNATE” — A High-Level Luxury Rap Classic Produced by Merc Beatz

 

Upstate New York lyricists GREA8GAWD and JOEY MAJORS unite for the release of “MAGNATE”, a cinematic rap album produced by Merc Beatz (Erykah Badu, Raekwon, Jim Jones).

Narrated by Carlos Roig, a former Cocaine Cowboy who served 28 years, the project fuses hard street Boom Bap with soulful Spanish-inspired samples, creating a sound that embodies ambition, survival, and luxury rap at its highest level.

“This is more than music—it’s timeless,” says Merc Beatz.

Packed with sharp lyricism, layered production, and raw storytelling, “MAGNATE” captures both the hunger of the streets and the elegance of a new era in hip-hop.

“MAGNATE” is available now on all streaming platforms.

Stream: https://foundation-media.ffm.to/the-magnate-experience

Connect:

Instagram: @GREA8GAWD @JOEYMAJORSVIPLIFE 

@MERCBEATZ @VIPLIFEMUSICGROUP

Stardom 101 Magazine & Dangerous Rob Honor Hip Hop Legacy with Billboard in North Tulsa

 

Tulsa, OK – Stardom 101 Magazine, in collaboration with Tulsa’s own hip hop artist Dangerous Rob, has unveiled a commemorative billboard in North Tulsa at the historic corner of Apache and Cincinnati (Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd).

The location is deeply symbolic—25 years ago, Rob stood on that very corner in the scorching Oklahoma heat, selling his CDs and cassettes in pursuit of his dream.

“I used to stand on that corner in 100-degree weather selling my CDs and cassettes on a quest to be recognized in hip hop,” said Dangerous Rob. “For Stardom 101 Magazine to collaborate with me and place a billboard in the community where I started the grind—it’s heartfelt.”

The tribute comes at a milestone moment in Rob’s career. He recently earned his first plaque from Apple iTunes after his single charted at #44 on the Top 100 Daily Hip Hop Charts.

2025 has already proven to be a cornerstone year for Rob’s journey, with major projects in the works—including an upcoming movie and album slated for release in 2026.

This billboard stands not only as a celebration of Rob’s personal achievements, but also as a testament to perseverance, community roots, and the enduring spirit of hip hop culture.

About Stardom 101 Magazine

Stardom 101 Magazine is a platform dedicated to highlighting inspiring stories, cultural milestones, and influential figures in music, entertainment, and beyond.

Media Contact:

Rob Daniels rob@freedamrecords.com 682-990-7444

Star2 - "Lonely Summer Nightz" (EP)

Pioneering Thai refugee artist Star2 releases his new EP Lonely Summer Nightz. This project spotlights the resilience and creativity of the Ka-ren refugee community, and features a powerful lineup of collaborators, blending voices and stories from across the globe.

Star2 himself was born in Mae La refugee camp in Thailand and is on a mission to use his music to amplify voices from his community. In 2025, he traveled with fellow Ka-ren artist Ler Mu Dex to Thailand, where they brought food and treats to children living in Mae La and Mae Ra Moe refugee camps. For Ler Mu Dex, it marked the first time he had returned to the Mae Ra Moe camp in over 15 years - his brother still resides there. Ler Mu Dex is now one of the lead artists alongside Star2 who is on a trailblazing mission to promote talented Ka-ren artists from the US, Thailand, and Myanmar. The EP also features contributions from Eh La, a Ka-ren rapper from Thailand born in the Mae La refugee camp, and Young Henny, a standout voice who hails from Thailand’s NuPoe refugee camp. Adding further vibrancy to the project is Luh Kel, a celebrated US R&B artist who is a longtime collaborator of Star2 and an instrumental part of the mission, bringing not only his talent but ensuring that the project's ambitions resonate across cultures. Together, the artists weave narratives of love, struggle, triumph, and community into an EP that serves as both a reflection and a celebration of resilience.   

 

 

KOAT Records Drops Explosive New Video for “Mobbin” Featuring Jojo2Faded

 

San Diego, CA — Independent hip-hop collective KOAT Records has unleashed a brand new single and music video for “Mobbin” featuring Jojo2Faded, now available online. A street anthem packed with raw West Coast heat and underground grit, the track is a hard-hitting collaboration that shines a spotlight on San Diego’s rising rap scene.

On “Mobbin,” Jojo2Faded links up with KOAT Records — Oib1, Gideon, ZahZahZay, Lucas Ramon, and Profit Stopit — to deliver relentless bars and heavy flows over head-nodding production. The result is more than just a song: it’s a statement of authenticity from artists who embody the hustle and grind of independent hip-hop.

The release follows KOAT’s debut mixtape King of All Trades, a THC-fueled ride through the underbelly of West Coast rap. Blending boom-bap grit, weeded-out vibes, and flashes of old-school soul, the project solidifies KOAT as a crew unafraid to blur lines and break molds. The mixtape also features Stacc Styles of Suburban Noize Records on the adrenaline-fueled banger “We Ride.”

Founded in 2023 by Oib1, Gideon Moore, and Profit Stopit, KOAT — short for Kings of All Trades — has quickly grown from a DIY hustle among friends into one of the West Coast’s boldest independent labels. Known for their raw authenticity and tireless work ethic, the crew brings a fearless, genre-bending vision to both stage and studio.

Beyond the booth, KOAT Records is deeply rooted in San Diego’s hip-hop community. From curating local events to giving up-and-coming artists a platform, their mission is clear: bring real hip-hop back. No gimmicks. No filters. Just bars, beats, and community.

BCG JP Returns With New Hit Single “Through The Storm”

 

BCG JP is a New Upcoming Texas Artist who grew up in Houston, TX and The Greater Houston 936 area trying to make a path out of nothing with the team BreadChasingGremlins, focused on the grind and never settling for less, he’s bringing real energy and a new wave to the scene. Check out BCG JP’s new hit single “Through The Storm” out now on all platforms and make sure you follow him on social media for his latest releases.

Connect:

https://www.instagram.com/bcg_jp

TRACKSTAR THE DJ X DAEMON, "KILLJOY" (EP)

St. Louis artist Daemon joins forces with longtime Killer Mike collaborator and Run the Jewels DJ Trackstar on the Killjoy EP, out now on Old Soul Records. Videos are already out for singles “Red Pill 84” and “Demagogue” featuring Rockwell Knuckles and Tef Poe, which appear alongside tracks like “Just a Choice,” and “Red Pill 84,” alongside tracks “To Whom it May Concern,” “All the Way Outside,” “Confess,” and “Out of Mind.” Trackstar, Run the Jewels’ official live DJ since 2013, has performed with the group at Madison Square Garden, Coachella, Glastonbury, and Lollapalooza, and appeared with Killer Mike and the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center in 2024. Killjoy arrives just one week before Daemon’s forthcoming solo album Euphonic, dropping August 15, continuing a relentless run that also includes his self-described “cutting edge throwback” style on tracks like Euphonic singles “The Heartbreak Dance” (Youtube) and “Megalodon” (Youtube) as well as previous singles "ROTN Inertia" (Youtube), "Credit Check" (Youtube), "Elevation" (Youtube), and "Vader" (Youtube), plus collaborations with artists like Killer Mike and DJ Shadow. His work has been featured on Netflix (“Inventing Anna,” “Daybreak,” “Work It”), FOX (“Ghosted”), Starz (“Power”), ads for Mini Cooper and Sephora, and TBS (on the Jordan Peele–produced “The Last O.G.”), with his track “Turn the World Around” also appearing in Xbox exclusive Forza Horizon 5. Earthworms’ last full-length release was 2022’s Garden In The Ruins (Spotify).

SUMiT Releases Purpose-Driven Single “Happenstance”

 

On August 8th, Hip-hop/Rap artist SUMiT released “Happenstance,” his 10th single of 2025, through SUMiT // DNT Entertainment with worldwide distribution by The Orchard, a Sony Music Entertainment company. Produced by Luis Cotto, known professionally as Jusslu, the track features a 1990s-inspired beat. It was mixed by Samuel Rosario and mastered by Fred Miller.

SUMiT described the song as a reflection on purpose and perseverance, calling it “a reminder to live in your purpose.” An official music video, directed by Dom Bruno, debuted alongside the single on SUMiT’s YouTube channel. Shot in urban locations and during South by Southwest (SXSW) 2025, the video incorporates narrative sequences that explore themes of resilience, self-worth and transformation.

Since his debut EP Stimulus: A Socially Distant EP in 2020, SUMiT has released more than 65 tracks and collaborated with artists including Fabolous, Sean Kingston, The Hoodies, OT the Real, Dave East, Millyz, Tyla Yaweh and Termanology.

He has performed in cities such as Brooklyn, Philadelphia, Las Vegas and Providence, and has appeared on bills with Rick Ross, Soulja Boy, Cappella Grey and Jay Critch. In 2025, he opened for The LOX in Providence, performed with Dave East at Big Night Live in Boston, and appeared at SXSW.

Check out SUMiT’s new hit single “”Happenstance” out now on all platforms and make sure you follow him on social media for his latest releases.