108 MICS

February 7, 2019March 6, 2019

NEW VISUAL: LORD JAH-MONTE OGBON – CALLIS OVAL (AUNTIE ERICA HOUSE)

Back with a new visual drop, Jah-Monte has once again delivered a dope video for one of his past works, in this case ‘Callis Oval (Auntie Erica House)’. Like his previous explorations into visual delivery, his latest effort focuses heavily on the rapper’s self-proclaimed (though undoubtedly deserved) status as the ‘Best Rapper In Charlotte’ by … Continue reading NEW VISUAL: LORD JAH-MONTE OGBON – CALLIS OVAL (AUNTIE ERICA HOUSE)

February 2, 2019April 16, 2019

Interview Season 2: 4jay

Rapper/producer/DJ 4jay is one of the underground’s most important figures, making beats not only for himself but a litany of up and coming artists practicing the dark UNDAWORLD style. He should be one of the most sought after beatmakers full stop, in my opinion. Enjoy this eye-opening interview and stream his music. 1. Your most … Continue reading Interview Season 2: 4jay

January 31, 2019

Interview Season 2: Radez

UNDA member Radez is one of the nicest rappers in the whole posse, a technical and bludgeoning artist with a great ear for beats. We talked about his recent music, what’s coming next, and his thoughts on the industry as a whole. 1. How long have you been in UNDAWORLD? Few people rep it as … Continue reading Interview Season 2: Radez

January 31, 2019February 26, 2019

NEW SINGLE: JOHN ALONE – NEVERLAND

There’s a lot of things that I could compare English singer John Alone’s new single ‘Neverland’ to (Frank Ocean is the most obvious influence), but the artistry evident in this brief but euphoric single makes it more than obvious that; not only a singer but also as a songwriter and producer; the Nigerian-born R&B crooner … Continue reading NEW SINGLE: JOHN ALONE – NEVERLAND

January 30, 2019

Interview Season 2: Casanovx

A highly underrated rapper making hard music in a similar vein to his brother LZA but featuring his own unique twist, Casanovx is due to release his next project very soon and he’s going to make a lot of noise in the underground this year. 1. I was surprised to find out you were LZA’s … Continue reading Interview Season 2: Casanovx

January 27, 2019

Interview Season 2: rioridgevonte

I been following vonte on Twitter for a minute now and he’s a great guy, funny as hell and really, really talented. He makes beautiful beats on his excellent instrumental tapes and in a partnership with rapper NoGumHundo. I’m convinced this man can produce anything, honestly. Enjoy this interview, I’m glad I finally got round … Continue reading Interview Season 2: rioridgevonte

January 25, 2019February 26, 2019

2K19 REVIEWED: LO$TBOY$YNDICATE – PERPETUAL

ARTISTS: LO$TBOY$YNDICATE SOUNDCLOUD TWITTER INSTAGRAM Carolina hip-hop collective LO$TBOY$YNDICATE are undeniably a fascinating collective. A four piece whose approach to rapping is heavily inspired by the exuberant, fun-loving sound of late 80’s/90’s groups like De La Soul and The Pharcyde, LO$TBOY$ have crafted a discography undeniably worthy of attention. From the dense, hazy material on … Continue reading 2K19 REVIEWED: LO$TBOY$YNDICATE – PERPETUAL

January 24, 2019

Interview Season 2: Dr. Alien

An elite producer working with some big names in the underground, Dr. Alien has really set himself apart from his contemporaries with a consistently dark, oppressive approach to production. His grasp of melody is astounding, and based on what I’ve heard from him over the last few months I’d confidently say he could tackle almost … Continue reading Interview Season 2: Dr. Alien

January 24, 2019January 24, 2019

2K19 REVIEWED: SEKWENCE – WONDER IF HELL HAS A BUFFET

ARTIST: SEKWENCE SOUNDCLOUD TWITTER INSTAGRAM SeKwence’s fifth project in under twelve months and his debut album proper, WONDER IF HELL HAS A BUFFET is, somehow, also his greatest to date. The array of production feels like a beautiful amalgam of the beatmakers who’ve aided him throughout his career, ranging from Budget Cuts 2 mastermind Killer … Continue reading 2K19 REVIEWED: SEKWENCE – WONDER IF HELL HAS A BUFFET

January 23, 2019

Interview Season 2: D. Lanham

An artist in every sense of the word, D. Lanham has over two decades in the music business and is an immense talent. He’s a singer, rapper, producer, songwriter, and a really great guy who I’m very lucky to know. Enjoy the interview! 1. Hey bro, great to finally get this interview done. Firstly, I … Continue reading Interview Season 2: D. Lanham