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  • Listen to “Calipari” by rapper Nu Dacinci

    “Calipari” is the new anthem by Seattle rapper Nu Davinci. With his S.omething4.E.verybody EP on the way, this will keep you in an anticipation mode. This new record comes after his “Half-way” single that has amassed over 50,000 plays on Soundcloud alone.”Calipari” has a bouncy urban sound and the track was produced by Nanzoo. It…

  • Stream “Scatterbrain” by Nate Good

    Nate Good has released his new single, “Scatterbrain”. The Morgan Matthews-produced track was self-written and recorded by Nate himself in his small Northern Virginia studio. The rapper has released over 80 songs so far. Last year, he gained much traction, with his “Gold Coast” single garnering over 25 million streams across platforms. This year, he…

  • Newtimers release video for “Game Over”

    “Game Over is the new single by Newtimers, a Swedish R&B outfit. The song’s simpel and vertical video has just been released through Cosmos Music label. The duo, formed back in 2004, consists of vocalist Cavaco and producer Tim Lundard, who also handles the drums. They had been writing songs for various artists in the…

  • LEO jr reflects in new single, “Down Under”

    LEO jr is a professional athlete-turned-musician. Aipate shares with you his new record which was conceived and recorded his my 3-month stay in Australia. He is a UK-native rapper. “Down Under” addresses his plights attempting the delicate balance between relationships and pursuing his music dream. “I tried to document my experiences in dealing with relationships…

  • Listen to “Beautiful Monsters” by Joakim Molitor, METR and Eric Lumiere

    Today is a special day for the electronic/dance fans. Why? Well, “Beautiful Monsters” by Joakim Molitor, METR and Eric Lumiere has just been released. Out via Uniform Beat, an imprint of Playground Music Scandinavia, the song is Joakim’s third single  of 2017. Joakim is a Swedish producer, and on this, he collaborates with METR and invites the meticulous…

  • Lemonadepi yearning for some “Peace Of Mind” in new single

    Pick up your headphones and listen to this new song by singer Lemonadepi. Don’t worry if you find yourself listening repeatedly. “Peace Of Mind” is such an ambient song and she adds more power to it vocally. With songwriting that is both crafty and relatable, this song will get you waiting for her next release.…

  • #gKids reckon they “Gotta Go”: the single features Tyree

    “Gotta Go” is a hard-hitting track by #gKIDS. The song features Tyree and is taken from their Party Crashers EP. The project was released sometimes back and is available for free streaming on Soundcloud. This record was produced by Ric & Thadeus is an appreciation for their true friends. “Gotta Go” is a song celebrating our…

  • Sherpa feels like “Fornever” [Video]

    Sherpa is a Danish dark-pop duo, who has just released the video for their debut single, “Fornever”.  The song was released through the indie label, MiniMe Records. The Copenhagen-based outfit is comprised of vocalist Carsten Eliasen and Torre Nissen and was formed last year. “Fornever” induces in you a nostalgic feeling and is stylistically, unique and somewhat…

  • Diamond Platnumz and Rick Ross endorse Belaire in “Waka” music video

    The long wait is over. Tanzanian singer Diamond Platnumz has released the visuals for his long awaited single featuring MMG boss Rick Ross. “Waka” is the title to the single, where Platnumz sings in English, but with his verses partly in Swahili. The video sees them endorsing everything Belaire (the drink) under the Black Bottle Boys…

  • Listen to “Bae” by rap duo 2Easy

    2Easy is a rap duo made up of rappers 2WEE and E-Z. We share their song titled “Bae”. 2WEE was raised in Columbus while E-Z comes from the islands of American Samoa. Though raised in America, 2WEE, a former military serviceman, has Samoa heritage and preserves his identity. E-Z also had a stint in the…

  • wxk takes on the “Generation Of Nuisance” [New Single]

    wxk is a Sydney-based, Australian Hip Hop duo. They have released a new song titled “Generation of Nuisance”. The song, as you must have guessed, is about the the lot we havecome to refer to as ‘Genaration Y’. The song was written and perfomed by Webbi and produced by Korebi (the two members of the…

  • Listen to “Memory Lane”, the title track to upcoming album by Ryan Dunlap

    Good news, people. Ryan Dunlap has an upcoming album coming up. Memory Lane will be his third studio album and he’s just dropped a single off it. “Memory Lane” is the title track off the project and has a leaning towards country music. The album, however, also contains soul-infused songs. The 31-year old, Perrysburg (Ohio), singer-songwriter’s music…

  • Justin Sosa drops Whispers Down The Hall EP

    DJ/Producer and musician Justin Sosa today releases a new EP titled Whispers Down The Hall. The 4-track project is such a great piece of work and has a lovely soothing feel. With songs like “Can’t Let Go”, “Candy”, “First To Go” and “I Wouldn’t Treat A Dog”, the EP might just rekindle an aging love. “Can’t Let…

  • Listen to “Legend” by BLDRNNR and Navin and stream their Binary EP

    Noah Crousore may only be 18 years old but he has already built a reputation as a ghost-producer (with a few hits). He now steps forward as BLDRNNR. The musician did team up with his friend Navin Bose to release a collaborative EP titled Binary. The project carries songs that are an experimental fusion of…

  • Introducing Ado Veli music podcast: First episode airs Jan 5

    One of the most notable music journalist-cum-commentators in Africa is Nigerian Osagie Alonge who is also the Editor-in-Chief of Editor of Pulse Nigeria. I first knew of him through his Facts-Only YouTube videos. But what has further thrust higher is the Loose Talk podcasts which he co-hosts. I’ve always hoped that one would consider starting…

  • “Forever” by Joon Jukx was inspired by his wedding. Stream entire album

    What do we get when a rapper goes reflectively sentimental in his composition? Well, with “Forever” single by Joon Jukx as reference, the outcome is nothing but a masterpiece. Listed off his just released Little Scars album, he wrote the it in teh run-up to his wedding and even had it played for their first…

  • Listen to “Merry Christmas, Melania (Still A Great Christmas)” by Still A Great Night [Aipate Premiere]

    Hey guys, its Christmas and Still A Great Night has a message for us in from of his latest release. “Merry Christmas, Melania (Still A Great Christmas)” is the title to the heavily satirical piece. The song, using the power of spoken word, reflects on the world that he feels is turned upside down. He…

  • Najii Person Talks “Money” in new single

    Rapper Najii Person is back with another single. “Money”, talks the affinity for money. The song looks at our daily hustles and bustles and the role of money in all life’s equations. He co-produced the track with ACE. This record also showcases his production skills. Still, what we come to terms with more is his…

  • Listen to “Indigo” by Cousin Deeky

    21 year old New Jersey rapper Cousin Deeky released his The Featurette EP, a month ago. Having entered the music scene with his Unsupervized mixtape last year (the project did so well, with the lead single “April Showers” garnering over 230,000 plays), his growth has since taken off quite fast–and immense. We share with you…

  • Dantes wants you to “Treasure This Life!” [New Single]

    He adds a beautiful saxophone melody to the R&B/Soul record and his great vocals further crowns it as a masterpiece

  • Watch “I’m A Cosplayer” video by Daydreamer

    Daydreamer takes on a chill Hip Hop track to deliver a beautiful piece. “I’m A Cosplayer” is a tribute to the late Nujabes, who was a Hip Hop producer. As he raps that “do not make somebody feel beneath you..”, the song is beautiful and smooth lyrically. The video is also quite creative and was…

  • Kyle Lionheart serenades his “Sweet Girl” in new video

    Out now is a new song by Kyle Lionheart titled “Sweet Girl”. The neo-folk/soul musician hails from Australian town of Byron Bay. He has garnered traction with his string of releases and quickly become a darling of live music fans. His performances are usually quite engaging. “Sweet Girl”, as probably suggested by the title, is a…

  • June Dakid prepares you for release of his album. Watch “7 Days Intro” video

    June Dakid is a DMV-via-Toronto rapper. With his forthcoming album being readied, he accords us a glimpse of what to expect with the release the video to the single, “7 Days Intro”. It is actually the first visuals from Live, My 7 Day Theory, the album. The song is hard-hitting lyrically and, well, this is…

  • Listen to “Intermission” off Coco Jones’ Let Me Check It EP

    Wait, have you heard the new EP by Coco Jones? If not, you have to stream Let Me Check It. It is such a great R&B project. Coco is one of the new ambassadors of Fanta and already featured on Essence. The actor and singer’s music star is quite promising, if this EP is anything…

  • Ruler tackles the “Easy Life” question [Video]

    We all needed that easy life, right? That is what forms the theme to “Easy Life”, a song by Ruler. The Seattle based band (formed by  Matt Batey) releases the song’s video alongside the track. The record just follows him signing with Barsuk Records, a deal which will see him releasing his upcoming full-length album…

  • Watch “A Matter Of Time” by Rootwords

    Hip-Hop artist Rootwords is gearing up for the release of his upcoming Warning Signs album.  The project is thematically about resistance and perseverance and the same is manifested in its just-released, first single. Coming with a video to it, the song is titled “A Matter Of Time” and is indicative what to expect in the…

  • Norwegian rapper Pasha back with “Love Pasha”

    With the Norwegian rap scene growing in buzz, one artist that continues to stand out is Pasha. We ha previously shared his “Prettyboi Bounce” single which featured Soul Gem. He is back with another record titled “Love Pasha”. It is a celebration of the love 23-year old receives from the girls. With a great instrumental…

  • Oscar Blesson insists it’s “Only You” [New Single]

    Scandinavia Hip Hop on another level. Aipate shares with you a new record from Oslo-based Norwegian-Ivorian rapper Oscar Blesson. “Only You” has an upbeat, high energy sound. The song is taken off the musicians’ B4DAALBUM: Remy n Flowers project. Bleson is a member of the record label LLR. Listen to “Only You”. Stream the entire…

  • Caught A Ghost releases new single, “Right &Wrong”

    Caught A Ghost is a Soul/R&B project founded by singer and producer Jesse Nolan. The band releases a new single, “Right And Wrong”. It is lifted off their upcoming album, Smoke. The song speaks about the absolute nature of the two opposite states of “right” and “wrong” and delves into the complexity of passion. “When we…

  • Watch the video for “Numba One” by Garcons

    A groovy, funky soul record is out. Titled “Numba” and done by Canadian duo Garcons. We share with you the lovely video to the song. Consisting of Lotanna and Julian Strangelove, the music outfit is here to do nothing by entertain you with cool vibes. They represent different world and this is manifested in their uniquely,…

  • 4 Waayy is for real in “FRFR” single featuring BEATKING

    New trap anthem is out. “FRFR” is the new single by 4 Waayy. The song features Beatking and was produced by Thizaezbeat. Released by the upcoming rap label, Hyena Hustler, the song is combines the strength of a dope beat and witty lyrics.   Lyrically aggressive and with a great rap flow the song has…

  • Watch #FillUpFnBStadium stage: Cassper Nyovest Reveals Exclusive Sneak Preview

    After revealing that he had sold out the event’s “golden circle” tickets”, South African history-making rapper Cassper Nyovest reveals the stage set-up ahead of the much-hyped, tomorrow’s #FillUpFNBStadium concert. For your information FNB stadium has a capacity of 94,000 and is the largest in Africa. The event carries much excitement around it, considering that it…

  • Tom Forest reveals “Superhuman” video

    With his debut album Hope scheduled for a January 2018 release, UK singer Tom Forest releases a new video, “Superhuman”. The song is released via the Beverly Martel label. It had premiered on MXDWN and this video self-directed. He says the song is quite personal to him and relates to Tom’s struggles with personal goals.…

  • Andy Gruhin just wants good “Vibes” [Video]

    As a follow-up to his debut single, “Attitude”, D.C.-based songwriter Andy Gruhin has returned with The Orchard on  a new music video, “Vibes”. The song extends his creative range, adding a refreshed and addictive vibes. With great a melody and contemplative lyrics, “Vibes” gives him more freedom in his expression. The video was produced by…

  • Savant returns as Vinter and releases “Online” single

    Formerly doing EDM (with the alias Savant), Aleksander Vinter has officially shifted to electro-pop and so, has his creative moniker. The Norwegian artist is now simply know as Vinter. To kick-start things, he releases a new song, “Online”. Produced by Datakrash, the track borrows heavily into trap but retains a pop edge. It tackles the…

  • Oili drops “YOMM” single

    Oili is an indie-pop band from Belarus. The outfit has been in existence since last year and has its sound extending into synthpop and soul. They have already released three singles and a music video for their “Passion” single. Oili has a new song out. “YOMM” is the title and is abbreviated from the phrase…

  • Are you the “Poison” in Taylor Grey’s veins? [New single]

    Fast-rising popstar Taylor Grey returns with, “Poison” which she says will be her last single of 2017. The beautiful 20-year-old Stanford student dives deep intop this this emotional song. The song, recorded at Pulse Studios and produced by Josh Abraham (who has worked with both P!nk and Justin Bieber), is quite a piece. It taps into…

  • Listen to “Live Wire” by Lelaini Wolfgramm

    Leilani Wolfgramm is an R&B singer and guitarist who infuses reggae into her sound. We share a new record, “Live Wire” which she co-produced with Fredro Odesjo and Joshua Sadlier-Brown. The Orlando-based American-Tongan musician is already making ripples in her creative space. Having been introduced to the music as adancer at quite an eraly age, she actually…

  • Atwaters features Chris Lyon in “Blinded” animated video

    We share with you the video for a new song from Seoul, South Korea-based rapper Atwaters. “Blinded” features singer Chris Lyon in the hook. Atwater is actually an American artist from Florida. The visuals to this is actually n animated video, a great piece of work i itself.  “Blinded” showcases Atwaters great lyricism and flow…

  • Alec Lehrman is no “Background Man” in new release

    Alec Lehrman is a Chicago musician who is already swimming with the big names. He releases his new single, “Background Man”. In the song, the Alec reminds you that he is not a background man in some band. The vocalist and guitarist toured three continents last year, perfoming. With influences from the likes of Stevie…

  • Stickpen the Kingpen -“Ready Freddy”

    Stickpen the Kingpen follows up his “Rush” record with another one. “Ready Freddy” is quite an energetic track. He developed interest in music as early as when he was just 7 years old. He has always strived to improve his craft, both flow and writing. “Over time, music became my life… And I don’t, can’t…

  • Hundred Plus Club dispels your fears with “Exit”

    Indie-rock band Hundred Plus Club releases a new song that dispels one’s fear of commitment. “Exit” is a song the Bufallo-based outfit say they personally quite identify with. Well, me too. You see, the world is all about risks but we naturally carry that inherent fear of diving in. This new track will get you…

  • Nitti Gritti admits it all in “Blame On Me” single

    Gearing up for the release of his C’est La Vie EP, Nitti Gritti warms us up with the prjoect’s new single “Blame On Me”. Nitti’s own vocals grace the heavy trap track. In the song, he accepts all the blame for making the club turnt up.Well, nothing to apologize for but then again, its music.…

  • Jimny features Ruby Prophet in “Waves”

    26 year-old Santiago (Chile) based, New York artist Jimny is a fast-rising electronic producer. His new record. “Waves” features Amsterdam-based, Dutch singer Ruby Prophet. With a background in Rock/Blues, Jimny soon switched to  EDM in 2012, after getting inspired by xxyyzz‘s then self-titled album. “When I heard xxyyxx’s album back in 2012 I was totally…

  • Shan Vincent de Paul says “Bitch Go” in new video

    Shan Vincent de Paul is a Sri Lankan born, Toronto-based rapper. He releases the visuals for his hard-hitting single, “Bitch Go”. Also a video director, he injects his own creativity into this piece. The song itself adds a dance approach to a heavy trap sound. The video, on the other hand, apart from furthering Shan’s…

  • Pyrex Porter -“Niggas Done Started Something” [Freestyle]

    Harlem-based rapper Pyrex Porter releases a new freestyle, “Niggas Done Started Something”. The Hip Hop artist has a new project coming up and so he’s getting the buzz up. This freestyle hits the mark as it will get you waiting for more from the Hip Hop artist. Born Ray Porter, Pyrex has been putting out…

  • Maria Baley – “I Don’t Care” [New Single]

    Amsterdam based DJ/Producer Maria Baley has released a new record, “I Don’t Care”.  Released via her Dutch label Powerhouse Music, the R&B song will get you hooked up to her music. “I Don’t Care” beautifully different cultures and and showcases Maria Baley as a vocal powerhouse. It cleverly fuses elements of Pop, Dance and Trap…

  • Soule reveals visuals for STNR [Video]

    Fast-rising Chicago rapper Soule releases video for his new “STNR” record. It becomes the first video off his latest The Care Package mixtape. With a sound that would easily pass for “trap-soul, the “stoning” theme will however get you thinking otherwise. Still, the song is quite beautiful in all aspects. The video being shot and…

  • JVSON JONES drops “Evolve” single

    Up-and-coming American rapper JVSON JONES has dropped a new track, “Evolve”. Self-produced and on a self-crafted beat, the song will get you appreciating his music skill set. JONES is a Honolulu-based artist. The record is about evolving and improving your craft. It sees JVSON showcasing his flow as a rapper and his production ability. Thematically,…

  • Godz Chyld delivers “Godz Speech” with Wu Tang’s Killah Priest

    Godz Chyld is a Hip Hop artist from The Bronx, New York.  We share with you his great record titled “Godz Speech”. The track is lifted off his 6-track Reborn EP and features Killah Priest of  Wu Tang. The song, and by extension the entire project, was produced by Jordan River Banks of Godz Wrath. The…