Top submissions  EP4 Oct  2025

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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Di$tinct x Merkules x Kevin Rudolf x 5 Fires – “SOUL”

 

“SOUL” is the first-ever collaboration between Merkules (Death Row Records) and  Kevin Rudolf (Cash Money Records), and in turn makes a landmark with the inclusion of rising Alberta, Canada-based rapper Di$tinct and  Cash Money signee 5 Fires. The result is a resounding piece that explores self-doubt, loss and growth.

 

 

 

 

Moguido – “Non-Local”

 

Moguido’s “Non-Local” is a reflective track that explores the parallel thoughts that filter through the feeling of depersonalization. Over a jazzy and offbeat soundscape, Moguido takes listeners through this rare experience with nuance and thoughtful lyrics.

 

 

 

Tilden Parc – “Grizzly Peak Rd.”.

Rising artist/songwriter/producer Tilden Parc comes through with his new single “Grizzly Peak Rd.” The sultry track is a showcase of his vocal dexterity, engaging songwriting as he delivers unique melodic runs and repurposes elements of Aaliyah’s “Rock the boat.” The track sees Parc reassuring his partner that he is in for the long run and the power of true intimacy.

 

 

 

Bookkeeper141 – “Book Against The World”.

Rising NY rapper who goes by the moniker Bookkeeper141 unveils “Book Against The World.” The cinematic story driven track sees the emcee breaking down the street codes while weaving through the craziness of the wold world.

 

 

BREIS- “Perfect Night”

Veteran UK rapper BREIS  returns with “Perfect Night,” a vibrant and heartfelt love song about creating that perfect night with the special someone as love blossoms. The production is slick, polished and BREIS’s excellent story telling keeps listeners engaged from start to finish. Stream on all DSPs here.

DOWORK x STRIPE – “Better Man”.

Netherlands-based artists DOWORK and STRIPE team up for “Better Man,” a heartwarming and introspective trakc about growth. Over a solemn piano arrnagement, the emcee deliver a relatable tale of self assessment and development.

 

Miles Gaines x Fashawn – “Palm Trees”.

Emerging West coast emcee Miles Gaines connects with Fashawn for “Palm Trees.” The track is a soulful summer west coast California jam that takes listeners into their respective stomping grounds.

 

 

RuggAmore – “La Carte De Amor”

 

Uprising rapper/songwriter RuggAmore pens a heartfelt letter for all the significant women in his  life on the new single “La Carte De Amor.” Over a smooth piano and lush R&B vibes, the rapper delivers an uplifiting and inisghtful message for all the women who deserve the best.

 

 

 

TheMansNigel – “Killer 7 “(feat. Neph)

Rising rapper TheMansNigel shares his new single “Killer 7 ” off his new album, Surprise Its Doomsday 2. The track is a drumless piece with a looming synth sample and solemn strings underpinned by off-kilter raps. He is also joined by fellow artist Neph.

 

Bowza – “Cold”

UK rapper Bowza enters our playlist with “Cold,” a lyric-dense piece that personifies low temperature. Over a punchy boom-bap backdrop comprising moody samples with a scratched hook, the emcee flows effortlessly using cold-related metaphors which enhances his lyrical proficiency.

 

Joznez – “Fast Life”

Germany-based rapper Joznez unveils his go-getter approach in “Fast Life.” The energetic single is punctuated by a recurring synthesized string and bass-heavy drums and sees the rapper flowing with laser precision as he races to the finish on the number one position. The track is a perfect additon to your work out playlist.

 

 

bat zoo – “Featherless Thoughts”.

Singer/songwriter bat zoo presents “Featherless Thoughts,” an alternative R&B/dark pop infused record that digs deep into an emotional abyss. Over a prevalent guitar-laden backdrop draped in atmospheric textures, bat zoo delivers an hypnotic performance with his distinctive airy vocal tone and heartfelt songwriting skills.

 

Swamp Thing – “Midnight Dangerous” (feat. Ghettosocks)

“Midnight Dangerous” is the latest release from Toronto’s three-headed rap monster, Swamp Thing (Timbuktu, Chokeules, and Savilion) and Ghettosocks. The track is a menacing and hard-hitting cut that evokes the spooky season and gives off a spine chilling feel. Each emcee step into the forefront and deliver a tandem of unfiltered, off-the-cuff raps that will leave the soft hearted shaking in their boots.

The track is taken from the trio’s new album Granny Knuckles, dropping on October 24, 2025, via URBNET.

 

 

James Gardin – “Come See What I Got”.

Prolific artist James Gardin continues to push hs muiscla horizons with his genre-bending approach. His latest track “Come See What I Got,” is an anthemic track about confidence and putting one’s best foot forward for the world to see. The production by K3lvin Kaos and IVO is energetic, funky and refreshing while Gardin’s positive affirmations puts the cherry on the cake.

 

 

 

Harry Gray – “FREEDOM”.

 

 

Elizabeth, New Jersey, Howard University Alum Harry Gray‘s new single “FREEDOM” is a social polictical powerful anthem that taps into the social consciusness of the past and present. Backed by the jazz-infused soundscape provided by Russian beatmaker Rustybeatz,  Harry Gray implores us to not only seek knowledge but apply it to gain and protect our freedom in this chaotic world.

 

 

Nec Nymbl x Memphis Reigns – “The Pen” (feat. Sankofa & Broken Sword)

As Nec Nymbl and Memphis Reigns prepare for their forthcoming LP, they deliver the third single “The Pen” featuring Sankofa and Broken Sword. The conceptual track sees each emcee as an embodiment of the elementsin the following order; WATER/SEA (Memph), AIR/SKY (Nec), FIRE (Sankofa), EARTH (Broken Sword) and together they combine to create an unstoppable force that is ready to bring change with the pen as their weapon of choice.

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Big Dese – “Just Passin’ By”

Big Dese and Mike Martinez return with “Just Passin’ By” after dropping their new collaborative releaseNo Respect 2 LP. The track is a solemn and cheeky outlook on life and what it may bring. Over a gloomy string sample, moody textures and punchy boom-bap drums, Big Dese embodies a cynical, devil-may-care attitude as he wevaes through this game of life where bad and good things happen and like the title suggest, he is just enjoying the ride.

 

 

Funsho – “Sneaky”.

Rising singer/producer and songwriter Funsho drops “Sneaky” from his new album, From the Mind of Man. The guitar-driven track explores the emotional stress that came with a fragile relationship that couldn’t weather the storm. The vocal style is sultry and evokes that classic Neo-Soul vibe and the storytlling is vivid as well.