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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Marcus Porter – “Get Away”.

Madison,Wisconsin rapper/songwriter Marcus Porter enters this week’s playlist with “Get Away.” The track exploresPorter’s life journey and the process of attaining growth and independence. Over a soulful backdrop compirisng vocal samples and warm textures, Porter delivers a reflection-filled performance laced with candid lyricism that everyone can relate to.

 

 

Bad Habbits – “What’s It Like?”

Cleveland,Ohio rapper Bad Habbits gives listeners a profound and insightful take on life in his new release “What’s It Like?” The track has a hypnotic and atmospheric vibe with angelic vocal samples and sparse drums while Bad Habbits drops more than a handful ofngems for listeners to get used to.

 

 

 

 

 

IM’PERETIV x Asun Eastwood – “Boasy Flex”

 

Prolific producer IM’PERETIV connects with longtime collaborator Asun Eastwood for “Boasy Flex,” a heartfelt and reflective tune that explores the rapper’s growth as a man and an artist. Over IM’PERETIV’s soulful backdorp compirsing soothing vocal samples and mellow grooves, the rapper gives audiences a glimpse into his life.

 

 

 

 

Grizzy Hendrix – “Stone Cold” (feat. Alistproducer)

 

Grizzy Hendrix pays homage to the legendary “Stone Cold” in his new release. The production is punchy and somewhat moody and sees Hendrix in his element a she drops off-kilter bars alongside Alistproducer.

 

 

 

 

 

GRAYVOL x Seb Z – “Defibrillator”.

Emerging UK underground hiphop stalwart GRAYVOL and producer Seb Z connect for this new track titled “Defibrillator.” The menacing track has an ominous piano chord, moody textures and cryptic strings underpinne dby vivid storytelling from GRAYVOL.

 

Crotona P x Silent Someone – “Introducing”.

 

Rochester, NY (by way of the Bronx) emcee Crotona P and Bronx producer  Silent Someone enter this week’s playlist with “Introducing.” The mellow track has a Latin percussion-driven groove and soulful textures that form the perfect backdrop for Crotona P’s expressive flow and insightful bars about the things that mater to him. The chorus has a superbly scratched portion contiaing vocal samples from rap luminaries such as Fat Joe, Camp Lo, KRS One, MC Lyte etc. The track is taken from their new collaborative album, Serenity (out now!). Fully produced by Bronx beat-smith, Silent Someone, the album is a joint release with 6th Man Ent (TheBadSeed, PH) and Bronx Sonics (Silent Funk +1).

 

 

 

 

 

Au – “Amnesia”.

Emerging rapper Au makes his entry on our playlist with “Amnesia,” a hard-hitting and profound track about his hopes, dreams and the never ending inner struggle he has to face. The beat is punchy and cinematic and fits Au’s vivid story telling and commanding flow.

 

 

 

 

Autonomous Entity – “Right Time”.

Autonomous Entity gives us a reflective and thought-provoking piece titled “Right Time.” Over a forward thinking and dynamic backdrop comprising layered synths and moody textures, the emcee dive sinto real time issues ranging from social constructs, self-belief and the struggle to find one’s true purpose in this world.

 

 

Cityreal x Remi Jean – “In The Shadows”

Genre-bending Canadian artist Remi Jean, aka Cityreal unveils his new release “In The Shadows” on this week’s playlist. The track explores the pipeline from heartbreak to depression and addiction. The backdrop has a dark and cinematic feel and is punctuated by Cityreal’s graphic and insightful songwriting.

 

 

 

WordPlay T.Jay – “Fit”.

 

WordPlay T.Jay  delivers this upbeat and energetic track “Fit,” that aims to get you in the zone and break from the doldrums. The chorus is engaging and cathcy and the expressive flow is well-crafted.

 

 

ELOISE FABBRI – “Trust You”.

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Singer/songwriter Eloise Fabbri brnads this week’s playlist with “Trust You,” a modern jazz/R&B/soul infused track that is underpinned by hypnotic melodic runs and heartfelt songwriting. Bolstered by a bare bones soundscape comprising sparse piano riffs, soft grooves and prevalent double bassline arrangement, courtesy of Amy Coates, Fabbri dives into the concept of trust, self-belief and finding one’s true identity underneath the wave of whitenoise.

 

 

 

Bullet Brak x R.A. The Rugged Man – “Mighty Dollar”.

Bullet Brak and R.A. The Rugged Man explore the dark side of the “Mighty Dollar.” Over a menacing and cinematic soundscape, the duo trade bars that looks at the go-getter mentality from a nuance space.

 

 

Joznez x Kataem x Voli Contra – “Fall Back”

 

German producer Joznez connects with Kataem and Voli Contra for “Fall Back,” a hard-hitting cut that is perfect for your morning workout and is laced with edgy, unfiltered lyricism from the emcees.

 

 

 

HeemBugg – “Pontiac to a Maybach”.

HeemBugg knows a thing or two about aspirations in his new single “Pontiac to a Maybach.” The dark production is befitting and is punctuated with vivid songwriting that explores his rise from the bottom.

 

Keen – “where the sun shines”.

DC based rapper and creative artist Keen sprinkles some sunny vibes and hope on the playlist with “where the sun shines.” The beat has a warm and reflective vibe and is underpinne dby heartfelt songwriting that everyone can relate to.

 

OBD – “Renegades”.

 

Rotterdam duo OBD (Outnumbered But Deadly) comprising rapper-producer Kawil and the lyrical maestro D enter our playlist with “Renegades.” The production harks back to the 90s with a blend of dusty textures, retro jazzy chords, and bass-driven drum breaks. On the lyrical side, the duo proceed with raw and edgy lyricism from start to finish.

 

 

Mimi Mxnroe – “VILLAIN”

UK rapper/songwriter Mimi Mxnroe goes for the jugular in their new single “VILLAIN.” Over a dark and menacing soundscape, the rapper lays the law on the fake apologists and performative victims who try to manipulate the masses. Mimi doesn’t hold back as she points out the hypocrisy while reminding folks to own their truth and avoid hiding behind any facade.