Gus is making a comeback. He's growing stronger and the world is starting to take notice. He's been recording and doing music for over a decade. He's caught some fire but he's kept going and is making an impact that lasts on the ears and hearts of his listeners. He's reaching for his goal this time around and he aims break the wind and give you music that touches the soul.
His single Growing Stronger (10 - Year Anniversary Version) is a not miss. Available on streaming platforms today and a music video coming very soon.
ET Boys, the Chicago-born, Miami-Broward trio, release "Impossible," a one-song single issued June 11, 2026 via Wake Up! Music. Tacboy, Sharkeyes, and Monsie formed the group during college after training in piano, guitar, and drums through church and school performances, working in a Nu Pop melodic rap lane with Tacboy on lead vocals and lyrics, Sharkeyes on writing and production, and Monsie on guitar. Signed to Wake Up! Music in 2021, the group released seven singles before dropping the 11-song album Forever Night in 2022, then expanded the catalog with additional 2023 singles, the five-song EP Paopu produced with Ken Lewis, and 2026 singles "that's all i wanted (microdose zyzz)" and "queremos rock (go thru the motions)." Forever Night has surpassed 3 million Spotify streams, "Sober" has surpassed 1 million Spotify streams, and the group has reached #1 on the Digital Radio Tracker Top 150 Independent Chart three times with "This Is Us," "Bong Bong," and "Until Forever."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 withcuts 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!
