The weekly Top Submissions aims to showcase a selected crop of acts that cross our paths. From the best tracks/videos from far and wide, we gather the upper echelon of artists you can find and give them a platform to be further recognized for their works. So, sit back and tune in, and don’t forget to show them some love by following them on all social media platforms

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Nenjah Nycist – “Up Against”

Nenjah Nycist opens up this week’s list with the visuals for his song “Up Against.” A driving track that sees him collaborating with producer AUR and the result is a lyric dense piece ripe with evocative rhymes peppered by the rapper’s off-kilter style. The visual is engaging too and captures Nycist in his element. “Up Against” is taken from the 6 track collaborative project The Kintsugi Tapes (Volume 1).
Get it on Audiomack.

 

 

Taurean Meacham – “Konami Code”

 

Taurean Meacham‘s new release titled “Konami Code” is an upbeat club banger ripe with laidback flows, a catchy chorus, and quite showcases his versatility. Seems he is having fun on this record. This is the first single from his upcoming album entitled DOPAMINE.
Get it on Apple Music//Deezer

 

 

D’sinatra – “Dom Kennedy”

 

“Dom Kennedy” is a hard-hitting cut by D’sinatra. The track is bolstered by a crunchy drum break, dark cinematic texture, and the rapper’s fiery and unfiltered performance.

 

 

Dexter Soul – “Slow It Down”

 

Emerging rapper Dexter Soul takes time to contemplate life and his journey on “Slow It Down.” The track has a somber and jazzy vibe that fits his insightful lyrics and emotion-laden delivery.
Get it on Soundcloud

 

 

Ominous Words – “Catchin Letters”

 

Ominous Words showcases lyrical dexterity on “Catchin Letters” a smooth laidback but somewhat experimental record that strays from the norm. With the fluid and choppy production by LD on the Cut, Ominous Words goes for the jugular with his vivid lyrics and engaging delivery.
Get it on Apple Music//Deezer/

 

 

Abstract Soundz – “Fly Love Lingo” (feat. Ak Doja)

 

Producer Abstract Soundz and rapper Ak Doja team up for a smooth love inspired track titled “Fly Love Lingo.” Ripe with that classic bombast punch, jazzy horns, and excellent scratches, the track dives into what the rapper’s real love in this thing called music. All the emotions, nostalgic moments, and experiences. The track is from Abstract Soundz new album Abstract Archives
Get it on Apple Music//Deezer//Soundcloud//Bandcamp

 

 

 

Vice Carter – “Hourglass”

 

Vice Carter shares “Hourglass” a mellow gritty track that showcases his fiery lyricism and unique flow. Backed by the solid production from Willie B from TDE, Carter gives us a mix of bravado and insightful lyrics.
“Hourglass” is the third single from my debut album God, Hip-Hop, & Marijuana.
Get it on Apple Music//Deezer//Soundcloud

 

 

XL7 – “She Likes Me” feat. Dap

 

Producer XL7 teams up with Dap for this feel-good love song titled “She Likes Me.” The track is quite engaging and sees the two emcees discuss women they like and vice versa. The lyrics are relatable, insightful, and hilarious as well.
The animated video makes for great viewing and has this 90s Nickelodeon aesthetic. The song appears on XL7’s Seeds album that came out in 2020.
Get it on Apple Music  ///Spotify

 

 

A.B.T – “Broken Promises”

 

Cape Town-based rapper A.B.T shows us the dark sides of life on his new single “Broken Promises.” The record has a somber and reflective mood while he details real-time issues like gender-based violence, disenfranchisement, and more.
Get it on Deezer//Soundcloud

 

 

 

Spaceman Dela – “These Days I Been Trippin'”

 

Montreal-based emcee Spaceman Dela gives us a glimpse into his life on the somber track titled “These Days I Been Trippin’.” The record is quite emotional and showcases Dela’s smooth flow and evocative lyrics that dive into self-identity, growth, hopes, fears, and more. The track is also bolstered by the moody and somewhat nostalgic backdrop courtesy of producer Tsno and Pronce Biersing‘s black and white visual that takes us into the rapper’s daily routine.

Get it on Spotify

 

 

 

Dazy Chain – “Where I Wanna Be”

 

“Where I Wanna Be” is an upbeat uplifting track courtesy of rapper/songwriter Dazy Chain. The track is quite engaging with its lush pianos and choir chant vocals and insightful lyrics. It’s a nice mix of rap, pop, and soul.
Get it on Apple Music//Deezer//Soundcloud

 

 

Lena Dov – “I’m the Woman”

 

Lena Dov steps out in grand style with the anthemic track titled “I’m the Woman.” Over an upbeat horn-driven backdrop, she reminds everyone else that she is on top of her game and this is her scene. Armed with her distinct punchy delivery style and detailed lyrics, Dov shows once again that she is the woman!!
Get it on Apple Music//Deezer//Spotify

 

 

 

Steven Conway – “life drunk”

 

Emerging San Diego-based rapper Steven Conway dives into his life on the heartfelt song “life drunk.” A laidback somber track that explores his inner demons, self-doubts, and his multiple attempts to overcome it all.
Get it on Apple Music//Deezer//Soundcloud//Spotify

 

 

Tamu Oaks – “Gone For Good”

 

UK singer Tamu Oaks comes through with a brilliant soulful piece titled “Gone For Good” on this week’s list. The track has a warm, relaxing vibe and Oaks really delivers with his unique gripping vocals.
Get it on Apple Music

 

 

 

Nef – “Glory Pt. 2” ft Rome Streetz & TEK

 

NYC-based beat-smith Nef teams up with Rome Streetz and TEK for this gritty track “Glory Pt. 2” The producer crafts a brooding and menacing backdrop for the duo’s vivid lyrics and unique styles. “Glory Pt. 2” is taken from Nef’s debut solo LP Tabula Rasa.
Purchase/stream Tabula Rasa Here

 

 

Sir Nicolas x Lyax x MicP – “Swang”

 

Sir Nicolas teams up with Lyax and MicP for the go-getter anthem titled “Swang.” Backed by lush textures and smooth trap drums, the trio delivers solid verses that embody their grind and hustle mentality.
Get it on Apple Music//Deezer

 

 

 

Montae Harri$ – “Save U”

Montae Harri$ shares the visuals for his song “Save U,” an upbeat summer-tinged track that showcases his smooth and melody-laced flow. The video directed by @SCOTTIEPIPPAN is quite engaging too and captures the rapper from day to night doing what he does best. This song is taken from Montae’s debut album Fame & Ammunition. Get it here.

 

 

Uglyface – “Young & Black”

 

Aaron Temple is a rapper and member of the Cali-based rap group Uglyface and as he embarks on his solo mission he drips the heartfelt single titled “Young & Black.” Now a Brooklyn-based act, he is readying his solo project and his new song exudes a smooth summer vibe with its lush guitars and warm vibes while he explores the life and journey of a young black man trying to find his way in this world.

Get it on Apple Music//Deezer//Soundcloud/

 

 

 

Datta Boy x Bone Crusher -” Go Hard”

 

Datta Boy teams up with Bone Crusher (of “Never Scared” fame) for an energetic and upbeat jam titled ” Go Hard.” The anthemic backdrop (produced by Boger Beats)sure works with the fiery flows and rousing demeanor displayed on the track. This is a certified jam perfect for the gym. This song makes you want to get very hyped
Get it on Apple Music//Deezer//Youtube

 

 

 

 

Q-Benjamin – “TMS (Talk My Sh*t)”

 

Canadian rapper Q-Benjamin delivers a fiery and energetic jam titled “TMS (Talk My Sh*t).” Bolstered by the vibrant and boomy backdrop she lets us know she is not playing around and is on her business 24/7. She has no time for the detractors and anyone who tries to get in her way needs to sit down.

 

 

 

 

Classik – “Solo Dolo”

Toronto-based rapper/producer Classik is focused on his grind and work ethic on the self-produced track “Solo Dolo.” The punchy trap track sees him reflecting on his journey as an artist and how he is overcoming the hurdles while watching the naysayers from afar.
Get it on Apple Music//Deezer//Soundcloud

 

 

 

Sara Diamond – “Say My Name Again”

 

Montreal singer Sara Diamond closes out this week’s list with the heartfelt single “Say My Name Again.” A laidback and somber track that showcases Diamond’s gripping and sonorous vocals over a lush dreamy backdrop.
Get it on Apple Music//Deezer//Soundcloud

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