SamTRax - “STILL”

New York producer and recording artist SamTRax releases "Still" featuring Xavier Wright and Bluz, the lead single from his album BLACK CHERRY, Vol. 1, mastered by Jorge "J3M Sound" Marroquin. Haitian American, SAMTRAX founded the indie label forever97 and co-founded the musician collective 1997 DaBand alongside Andrew Dorilas, whose members have performed for Eric B. Turner, Hamzaa, and Jastin Martin. His catalog includes The Valley (2021), the EPs Solèy and Cloud7 (2022), and the single Valdosta (2022), with "Mixed Emotions" surpassing 7 million Spotify streams, "You Are (feat. Amber Olivier)" at 1.9 million, "HOLLOW." at 1.2 million, and "Valdosta" at over 1 million. He received two nominations at the 67th Grammy Awards for his contributions to Malik Yusuf's "GOOD M.U.S.I.C. Universe Sonic Cinema: Episode 1: In The Beginning Was The Word" and Chris Redding's "Visions Of Sounds De Luxe," produced SiR's "Nothing Even Matters," and has collaborated with Erykah Badu, SiR, Brent Faiyaz, Bibi Bourelly, Arin Ray, Ashanti, and Anthony Hamilton. He serves as music consultant for the Tubi series "Send Help" by Jean Elie, and "Still" was featured in Season 2, Episode 8 of "Harlem" on Amazon Prime. BLACK CHERRY, Vol. 1, released August 22, 2025, is a spoken-word-rooted blend of Jazz, Hip-Hop, and R&B uplifting Black women and cultural pride.

Chazo Drops Highly Anticipated EP "Lost Etiquette"

 

Independent artist Chazo is carving his lane in the underground with his imprint Flow Music, pushing raw authenticity and street-coded storytelling. As the owner of Flow Music, he’s been steadily building momentum, and his latest EP Lost Etiquette, released April 10th, 2026, marks a defining chapter in his evolution. The project blends gritty lyricism with polished production, reflecting both hustle and growth. Known for consistent drops like previous EPs and singles, Chazo continues to sharpen his sound while staying true to his roots. Lost Etiquette isn’t just music—it’s a statement, showing his vision, discipline, and commitment to elevating independent hip-hop culture.

Breadman MGV - "Keep On Runnin (Sports Mix)"

North Philadelphia artist Breadman MGV releases "Keep On Runnin (Sports Mix)" through moodGroov LLC / Essential Media Group LLC from his 2026 What We Do EP. Born Dwayne J. Murray on April 21, 1969, Breadman is the cousin of Grammy Award-winning Philadelphia soul singer Billy Paul, best known for "Me and Mrs. Jones," and grew up between Overbrook High School and Benjamin Franklin High School before founding MoodGroov Music/MGV and building his name through music, business, and community youth programming. He first emerged through P.N.B. and the group's debut album Organized Badguys, which received wide radio airplay, then continued with records including "Condos, Lambos, Maybach," "No Way" featuring Piannoman, "TOOT" featuring Chrohm and BelleStarr, "Pay the Price" featuring Squirt, "Rodeo Drive," "All Stars" featuring Rae Dymond and BelleStarr, and "Steal The Show" featuring Iesha Patterson, alongside collaborators including Ram Squad, Naam Brigade, and The Man They Call Lux. "What We Do" and "Condos, Lambos, Maybach" have passed 300,000 cross-platform streams.

CY BRAVO - “I WAKE UP BEFORE MY HATERS”

Los Angeles rapper CyBRAVO presents the music video for his new single “I Wake Up Before My Haters.” The new single follows on the heels of the release of the music video for Cy’s previous single "All Of This" (Youtube). Raised in downtown LA, CyBRAVO first gained traction with his 2010 EP A.O.T.F. – Evolution or Death, followed by singles like “Bar Fight” featuring DJ Revolution and “Super G.” Known for a raw, politically charged sound, Cy has worked with DJs, producers, and independent outlets across the West Coast, carving out a voice rooted in personal and social resistance. “I Wake Up Before My Haters” is out now via Government Publishing, with more music on the way.

Mickey Blue - ft. StressWon & Tone Spliff - Knuckle Sammich + ILLusion of Permanence (EP)

Acclaimed NJ based producer Mickey Blue releases his highly anticipated new EP, ILLusion Of Permanence, a hard-hitting collection of underground hip-hop featuring an all-star lineup. The project includes appearances from Apathy, Ferris Blusa, ETO, Spit Gemz, Crimeapple, Rasheed Chappell, M-Dot, Starvin B, Celph Titled, Tone Spliff and more.

Known for crafting gritty, cinematic soundscapes that blend classic boom-bap foundations with modern edge, Mickey Blue delivers a cohesive body of work that showcases some of the most respected voices in independent hip-hop. "ILLusion Of Permanence" promises sharp lyricism, raw authenticity and elite-level production from start to finish.

In support of the upcoming release, Mickey Blue recently unveils the video for "Knuckle Sammich" featuring StressWon with cuts by frequent collaborator Tone Spliff. The hard-nosed visual shot by Mike Classic, perfectly captures the rugged energy and streetwise lyricism that fans can expect from "ILLusion Of Permanence." Check out the video and the EP out now on all streaming platforms!

Tony Pelton feat. DL Cruz - Fuego En La Arena prod. by Tony Pelton

French producer Tony Pelton teams up with Venezuelan group DL Cruz for the release of “Fuego En La Arena,” a hypnotic reggaeton anthem driven by raw Latin energy, sensual melodies and a cinematic atmosphere. Built around infectious rhythms and magnetic vocals, the track captures the heat, tension and obsession of a summer night connection.

Blending underground Latin authenticity with modern international reggaeton production, “Fuego En La Arena” delivers an immersive sound designed for late-night clubs, beach parties, curated Latin playlists and is a fitting anthem for the current World Cup 2026. Its unforgettable hook — “Fuego en la arena, tú te me pegas, me quemas…” — anchors the song’s dark, seductive energy while keeping it undeniably dance floor-ready.

Positioned between atmospheric reggaeton and crossover summer vibes, the single appeals to listeners looking for Latin urban music with real texture, emotion, and identity. Fans of artists like Feid, Rauw Alejandro, Bad Bunny and Myke Towers will instantly connect with the track’s sensual tension and modern reggaeton aesthetic.

XAVIER TOSCANO - “YOU MAKE ME FEEL SO GOOD”

San Francisco Bay Area artist Xavier Toscano releases "You Make Me Feel So Good," featuring North Carolina songstress Jocelien, continuing a catalog that blends EDM, R&B, reggae, and Top 40 pop influences into his signature urban pop sound. A singer, songwriter, performer, dancer, and actor, Toscano has built a career around energetic live performances ranging from intimate local venues to major festival stages and opening slots for nationally recognized artists. His catalog includes award-winning music videos such as "Runaway," "Never Wanna Leave," and "Made It Look Easy," all recognized by the California Music Video Awards. His music has been featured on Keeping Up With The Kardashians, MTV, Sony PlayStation, Red Bull, 24 Hour Fitness, Foot Locker, LOGO, RoadTrip Nation, Pop Chips, and Supercuts, and he has performed at the iHeartRadio headquarters in New York. "You Make Me Feel So Good" is out now.