Latest in Independent Hip Hop and R&B

Latest in Independent Hip Hop and R&B

Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Spotlight on Tim Johnson Jr


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Spotlight on Bear1boss

Bear1boss has officially begun the rollout of his most exciting and intense music run yet! The lead single from Bear1’s highly anticipated tape, “Lil Hotsauce 2”, debuts the new sound and aesthetic that he created while on his recent US + Canada Tour, opening for Homixide Gang. It is no surprise that he continues to push the boundaries in vintage Bear1boss fashion! Alongside a popular new music video, where Bear is adorned in a unique set of symbolically shaped pins with a new fashion/hair style, the song and Bear1 have been popularly discussed on twitter and instagram recently around the release. The world seems to be nearly primed for an eminent HOTSAUCE 2025!


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Website: shophotsauce.co

Sunday, February 9, 2025

Godfellow ft. Frayser Boy "GOD MOB" Single

Godfellow Entertainment Empire presents the new single by Godfellow ft. Frayser Boy titled "GOD MOB" produced by Fizzle X Beatz, Dj Zirk, C-Loc


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IG: http://www.instagram.com/godfellow
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@user71104346
Mixtape: https://empire.ffm.to/godmob
Single Info: Artists: Godfellow ft. Frayser Boy Song Title: GOD MOB Producers: Fizzle X Beatz, Dj Zirk, C-Loc Record Label: GodFellow Entertainment Empire BPM: 75

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

New Music: Melvin Riley "Talkin In My Sleep"

Melvin Riley, the iconic frontman of the legendary group Ready for the World, has released his latest single. Known for his trailblazing approach to blending passionate melodies with the electric pulse of sexual energy, Riley continues to push boundaries with his new track, "Talkin In My Sleep."
This seductive new single tells the story of a man whose intimate desires and life trials might be leaked by his conversations in his sleep, leaving his secrets vunerable to his lover. paranoid he asks, what did you hear me say?
For decades, Riley has been at the forefront of romantic R&B, carving out a space for emotional vulnerability and unfiltered passion in the music world. His unmistakable voice and ability to intertwine longing with melody have made him a true pioneer, and "Talkin In My Sleep" is yet another testament to his status as one of the most influential artist who has carved his style into R&B culture.
This new single continues his legacy of creating melodies that speak to the intimate desires within us all, mixing seduction with soul in a way only Melvin can."
Don’t miss out on "Talkin In My Sleep," available now across all digital platforms.


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New Music: Tersia "When You're Around Me"

Checkout the new single "When You're Around Me" by Tersia


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Wednesday, December 25, 2024

Tiger Lyn Drops Single "The Spirt Of Christmas"

Artist Tiger Lyn drops single for this holiday season titled "The Spirit of Christmas". Check it out today and support


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Thursday, November 28, 2024

Jon B. Releases New Single “Natural Drug”

R&B legend Jon B. is back with his brand new single “Natural Drug”. Also out today is a video to perfectly accompany the song.


“Natural Drug” is vintage Jon B. in its purest form; musical, melodic and full of soul. Jon added about it: “There is no aphrodisiac like the natural drug a woman is. Through her love, inspiration naturally flows to me. She is why I dig so deep in my creativity, searching for the gems that reflect her brilliance.”


This is the follow up single to his duet with Tank on “Waiting On You” which he released earlier this year.
Also earlier this year, Jon spoke to us in an interview about a new album that he was looking to release this year. The upcoming EP is called “Waiting On You” and will feature appearances from Rick Ross, Donell Jones, and Alex Isley.

Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Arsonal Da Rebel “Chicken and Watermelon” Single

When one of the world’s premiere battle rappers links up with epic New Orleans talent, amazing things happen. And Arsonal Da Rebel's most recent offering, a single entitled “Chicken and Watermelon” and its accompanying visuals, are proof.


Newark, New Jersey native Arsonal Da Rebel blazed a white-hot trail clean through the world of battle rap where he is recognized as one of the world’s most exquisite competitors. Ask any battle rap fan and they will tell you there are few on Arsonal’s level. Arsonal’s battles have garnered millions of views during his meteoric rise to fame. Not only is he one of the battle rap world’s most highly lauded competitors, but he also owns his own battle rap league and recording studio. His business acumen, unrivaled work ethic and talent opened doors and Arsonal proudly walked through them. Now he's sitting atop the entertainment world, while continuing to constantly put in work.

The visuals to “Chicken and Watermelon” were filmed and directed by @mastermindrichy and @agi.shotit in the legendary 17th Ward neighborhood of Hollygrove, a mecca for endless talent. It features well-known New Orleans movers and shakers such as Reem and ST DA A&R of sophisticated street label 0017th, comedian and rapper Rob Kazi, legendary rapper, songwriter and entrepreneur UTP Skip, rapper and media personality Eazymoney, and many more familiar faces. It also features iconic Hollygrove landmarks and of course, they brought out the twerkers.

Visuals are available on YouTube. The single is available for download and streaming on all major platforms. "Chicken and Watermelon" was produced by superproducer Blaqnmild.



Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/track/144Q2LEY006lApvUUa3ZRi?si=qLrojx0uTjKQATIHNqPEBw

Apple Music Link: https://music.apple.com/us/album/chicken-watermelon/1770701574?i=1770701575

Social Media: @arsonal103

Saturday, September 14, 2024

KA'RON - If You Nasty (New R&B Heat!)

New Single by KA'RON available first to all DJ's. Will be available on all streaming platforms 9/27/24.
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Follow KA'RON on Instagram: http://www.Instagram.com/iamkaronwhite
Artist: KA'RON Song: If You Nasty Producer: Kalvin Austin Genre: R&B BPM: 91 Label: RichHeart/Twenty Two/Warner Music Group Contact: AJ Burton

Sunday, August 11, 2024

Sapphira Cristál Blooms With Gratitude On “Get Your Flowers”

Sapphira Cristál Blooms With Gratitude On “Get Your Flowers”

New Single Out Now – Listen HERE

Sapphira Cristál had an iconic run on the most recent season of RuPaul’s Drag Race, earning the title of Miss Congeniality. Today, she has released her new single, “Get Your Flowers”, a beautiful ode to gratitude that doubles as a certifiable dancefloor bop.

Written by Sapphira with Tazman Mekell Gillespie with production and additional songwriting by Ocean Kelly, and with its empowering message, a chorus you can’t forget, and some clever operatic flourishes, “Get Your Flowers” is a shining cut from the drag legend’s forthcoming new album (more details in the coming weeks).

Speaking about the track, Cristál noted: "The message of "Get Your Flowers" is twofold: it's a love song to all the fabulous people in this world that I want to acknowledge for being their wonderful selves, and it's a love song to myself, because I believe we should all see the value of giving ourselves flowers. I think it's important to give people their flowers while they're still here—to make sure they receive the love and acknowledgment others have for them.

"Get Your Flowers" is also a feel-good song for the summer! It's for family gatherings and class reunions, something meant to be perfect to groove and dance to while celebrating love and happiness. The song ends with a line dance for all to be able to let go, give in, and free themselves on the dance floor!"

Today’s announcement is just a part of an already booming year for the classically trained Sapphira Cristál, which also includes her Soundcake performance alongside fellow drag legends Monét X Change & Thorgy Thor at NYC’s Lincoln Center, the announcement of her forthcoming The Cristál Ball live tour, and her self-love anthem “Enough” (debuted by Paper Magazine).

Sapphira’s The Cristál Ball Tour will kick off July 11 in Vancouver, making hotly anticipated stops in New York City, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Chicago, her beloved hometown of Philadelphia, and many more. The Cristál Ball Tour will bring Sapphira’s limitless creativity and personal story to life with hilarious anecdotes, audience immersion and a mystical charm that only she could conjure. More info HERE and full dates below. Sapphira will be also giving a special preview of the tour in Provincetown, July 3-6 at Live At The Art House.

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The Cristál Ball Tour

Thursday, July 11 - Vancouver, BC - Hollywood Theatre

Friday, July 12 - Seattle, WA - The Neptune 

Saturday, July 13 - Portland, OR - The Aladdin

Wednesday, July 17 - San Francisco, CA - Bimbos

Friday, July 19 - Los Angeles, CA - The Regent

Tuesday, July 23 - San Diego, CA - House of Blues 

Wednesday, July 24 - Phoenix, AZ - Crescent Ballroom 

Friday, July 26 - Salt Lake City, UT - Soundwell 

Saturday, July 27 - Fort Collins, CO - The Aggie

Sunday, July 28 - Denver, CO - Gothic Theatre

Thursday, August 1 - Houston, TX - House of Blues

Friday, August 2 - Dallas, TX - House of Blues

Saturday, August 3 - Oklahoma City, OK - Tower Theatre

Thursday, August 8 - Kansas City, MO - Madrid Theatre

Friday, August 9 - Des Moines, IA - Wooly's

Saturday, August 10 - Minneapolis, MN - The Lyric at Skyway Theatre

Sunday, August 11 - Milwaukee, WI - Turner Hall Ballroom 

Thursday, August 15 - Chicago, IL - House of Blues

Friday, August 16 - Detroit, MI - Magic Stick 

Saturday, August 17 - Toronto, ON - Phoenix Concert Hall

Sunday, August 18 - Montreal, QC - Le National 

Thursday, August 22 - Hamden, CT - Space Ballroom

Saturday, August 24 - New York, NY - Gramercy Theatre

Sunday, August 25 - Washington, DC - The Howard 

Thursday, August 29 - Philadelphia, PA - TLA

For more information on Sapphira Cristál, please reach out to Josh Page at Shore Fire Media.