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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Nec Nymbl x RAjaw – “Keep Movin’ On”.

Nec Nymbl teams up with RAjaw for “Keep Movin’ On,” a thoughtful and motivational piece that is much needed in these dark times. The production has an ominous ambiance but the lyrics are uplifting and dive into concepts like mental clarity, self-assessment and filtering out distraction.

 

 

The Last Maven x Donte Thomas – “Moxie”.

Chicago and Portland connect as their respective delegates The Last Maven and Donte Thomas team up for this brilliant effort titled “Moxie.” Backed by the soulful backdrop provided by The Epiffanies, the duo deliver insight filled bars that talks about the mounting pressures that come with the never ending grind.

 

 

 

Jordz – “Zack & Cody”

Emerging UK rapper Jordz  talks about loneliness, battling inner demons in his new release “Zack & Cody.” The trakc ha a bouncy groove with bright guitar licks that form the right backdrop fro Jordz profound look at how lonely life can be even when you have family and friends around.

 

 

Tony Newbury – “DOPAMINE (REMIX)” [feat. Xan Louis]

New Jersey artist/producer Tony Newbury  connects with WESTSIDE BOOGIE  and Xan Louis for “DOPAMINE (REMIX).” The track produced by Kenif Muse has a upbeat groove with atmospheric soundscape underpinned by reflective lyrics from both emcees. The record serves as a bonus track from Tony Newbury’s  latest solo album FOREVER GOOD, produced entirely by NJ’s own Kenif Muse.

 

M Soto – “ME STYLE”.

Brooklyn, NY rapper/producer M Soto returns with new single “ME STYLE” to close out the year. The track is a reflective piece about growth, self-assessment and belief. Over a dance-infused backdrop, the emcee show us the evolution of style and personality.

The New Groovement – “More Than I Should”.

Multi facented, genre bending band The New Groovement deliver a stunning single “More Than I Should” whch caught our ears. The funk/hiphop/jazz infused track is ripe with soothing melodic runs, punchy raps underpinned by an emotionally powerful tale about love, infatuation and self assessment. The New Groovement is a Canada-based 11 man band spearheaded by vocalist Frankie Watson and her partner-in-rhyme Shane Blaq.

 

 

JusKolMeAl – “ManKave”

Hard nosed emcee JusKolMeAl pays homage to the foundations of hiphop with his latest release “ManKave”. Built on a moody and omnious soundscape, the Roosevelt-based emcee deliver a tandem of hard-hitting bars with precision and intention.

 

 

2wice Great – “Mental Warfare”

Nigerian rapper/songwriter 2wice Great enters our playlist with “Mental Warfare,” an insightful track about mental battles, inner struggles and the pressures of life. Over a solemn backdrop comprising minor keys and dark pads, 2wice Great shares a heartfelt tale that everyone can relate to with bars like “self awareness is a curse if you don’t learn discipline/You can diagnose your demons and still let them walk within”. From self-doubt, depression, never ending cycle of stress and constant inner battles, the track gives listeners a glimmer of hope by reminding them that they are not alone in all of this.

 

 

E. Grizzly & Height Keech – “New Year’s Day”

 

E. Grizzly & Height Keech unite to craft a conceptual album entitled Megalopolis, which is inspired by various cities they love and the characters that clour their lives. The project is heralded by the single “New Year’s Day”  which acts as an opening to old and new fans alike. The production is edgy and punchy , while the lyrics are reflective and relatable.

Listen to Megalopolis here.

 

 

 

Grizzy Hendrix – “Mass Shootings” (feat. Alistproducer)

Grizzy Hendrix and Alistproducer team up for this thought provoking track “Mass Shootings.” Backed by a menacing and ominous backdrop, Hendrix dives into the delicate topic of mass shootings, the pysche and internal politics behind it. The track is layered, profound and extremely graphic.

 

 

 

JP Caruzzo x Munch QB x DJ BLKLUOS – “AGAINST THE ODDS”

“AGAINST THE ODDS” is a hard-hitting lyrical dense track that brings together JP Caruzzo, Munch QB and producer DJ BLKLUOS. The result is a hard hitting, piece that is underpinned by edgy off kilter bars from the emcees.

 

 

 

John Brown – “Move a Certain Way”

John Brown delivers this new self-produced track “Move a Certain Way” where he delivers a no holds barred lyrical display oer a cinematic piano-driven backdrop.

 

 

 

 

Vienna I – “Two One”

 

Rising London/Essex multi-faceted rapper/singer/ Vienna I shares with us “Two One,” an insigtful piece that shows listeners a gkimpse into her. From her humble beginnings and the strugles that built her into who she is today. Over a bouncy backdrop, she delivers a thoughtful story driven performance that shows human resilience, proper planning and fruitful aspiration.

 

Sugarae – “Won’t Let You Down”

Emerging UK rapper/singer/songwriter Sugarae shares his new single “Won’t Let You Down” on our playlist. The track has a cinematic texture with punchy drums and sees the rapper pennning heartfelt verses about ambition and resilience. Inspired by the birth of his son and the joys of fatherhood, Sugarae pours his heart on wax as he reminds us that he would do anything for his family..