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The Disconnect

Disconnected. The Disconnect is about this creation, this plan, called life that is given to each of us, and how there are those of us who cannot accept or understand its expression.

Wax Tailor | The Shadow Of Their Suns

Breathtakingly dark and artful. Renowned producer Wax Tailor has released his album The Shadow Of Their Suns on the 8th of January 2021 via Lab'oratoire. With 6 studio albums and more than 800 concerts in 60 countries and numerous awards, Wax Tailor is recognized as one of the main ambassadors of the electro-hip hop international scene. A must-see and hear for any serious music aficionado.

Beny Esguerra and New Tradition Music | Northside KUISi, A New Tradition VOL 3

This band won't fail to make you dance your ass off. Northside KUISi is a concept album narrated by news reporters from a distant future who speak an ancient, futuristic creole language made up of Lengua-Palenkera, Anishinaabemowin, Spanish and English. It’s a carefully-woven song cycle of 12 songs with an extra seven hidden compositions. Prophetic words from the future.

Tombajazz | The Senate (Foley)

Heavy beats and lyrics. The composer and producer Tomba is back with his new funk-jazz project Tombajazz. Bassist Tomba has selected well-known musicians from the Munich jazz scene. With his idiosyncratic rap, Kokayi not only makes a political statement but also openly addresses the problem, so that the debate about Black Lives Matter does not remain ineffective.

Ancient Astronauts | "Zik Zak"

An African musical odyssey. Over three years in the making, ZIK ZAK is an African musical odyssey, featuring some of the freshest talents from nine countries on the mother continent. Tying this remarkable range of artists together are German production team ANCIENT ASTRONAUTS, weaving the vocal talents of the African singers into their distinctive “Boom Dub” sound. Drawing on Hip Hop, Dancehall, Roots Reggae, and Soul.

Hypocrisy Is the Greatest Luxury

An Underrated Classic. Hypocrisy Is the Greatest Luxury is the debut album by alternative hip hop crew The Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy, released in 1992. Hypocrisy Is the Greatest Luxury was met with critical acclaim. 30 years after its inception the album is still relevant and fresh.

MI Abaga, Vector, Pheelz | 'Crown of Clay'

The African Spirit Pulsates: 'Crown of Clay'

The lyrics of the awakening African spirit. An unlikely pair of Africa's best contemporary rappers and music producers come together to make a song which in every right is an anthem for today's African spirit.

Ya Tseen | "Indian Yard"

Shifting the narrative. In Sitka, Alaska, musician, and artist Nicholas Galanin creates music as Ya Tseen. Imbued in his new record, and across all of his creative output, is a conscious effort to shift the narrative away from painful histories of Indigenous peoples. "Indian Yard" humanizes Indigenous experience in the world in a society that has historically dehumanized us.

UbuntuFM Hip-Hop | SA_rifa | 'The Heist'

SA_Rifa | 'THE HEIST' (Ft. Piscez)

A socially conscious song. SA_Rifa is a lyricist who has been honing her craft since 2016 while started songwriting at the age of 10. SA_Rifa is a breath of fresh air in the music industry, especially in hip hop. She hopes to catch the attention of listeners with her third single and hopes everyone has something that they take away from it. SA_Rifa is an introverted person who has found her voice as a hip-hop artist.

Ric Hassani | 'Thunder Fire You'

A Review of Ric Hassani's 'Thunder Fire You'. Ric Hassani has released a song titled 'Thunder Fire You'. In certain circles, the song's title and theme is being considered offensive hence it has been banned from his country's airwaves. We have reviewed this song to evaluate its musical merits as befitting of any work of art.

Soundz Of The South | 'For Power'

Inspirational song in dire times. Soundz of the South (SOS) | 'For Power' | #HipHop #Rap 🇿🇦 | With its accompanying video, this song tells the harsh impact the coronavirus lockdown has on working-class communities in South Africa.

Fumani | 'Tell Me'

This one is a phenomenal song. ‘Tell Me’ is a very expressive song conveyed in a rich vocal tone and accentuated in the mood of the instrumental accompaniment. In every sense, it is your classic RnB deserving of a chance in standing the test of time. It is very tempting to delve into the fine details of this song, and it won’t be out of place to make the attempt. Phenomenal music is one that leaves the listener feeling like they have stumbled upon something rare, like Fumani's 'Tell Me'. We highly recommend you listen and decide for yourself.

The Senior Allstars w/ Ammoye

Soul Darker Than Blue. The Senior Allstars prove with this release that basically all music can be 'dub-ified', and when coupled to a brilliant vocalist like Ammoye the results add to the legacy of the original versions.

Masscut | P.I.N. (EP)

A Rap EP rooted In contemporary Nigerian musical culture. Review of Nigerian Cyprus-based rapper Masscut new EP release "P.I.N". In an attempt to summarize "P.I.N" in a nutshell, it will be right to tag it as a rap EP rooted in contemporary Nigerian musical culture, and branches out into every facet of the artist’s current environment.

The Long Goodbye

A beautiful feat of raw acting and poise. Actor, musician and activist Riz Ahmed has never been afraid to speak his mind. Whether in the roles he chooses or giving impassioned speeches in parliament, his work is reflective of what is happening in the world today. With the release of his new album, "The Long Goodbye", Riz is releasing a new short film of the same name, as part of a collaboration with WePresent and directed by Aneil Karia.

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La'Domour | Pure Hood Xxxtacy, Vol. 1

Xxxtacy. Pure Hood Xxxtacy, Vol. 1 offers a fine mix of smooth R&B, Hip-Hop that is tailored to La'Domour vocal qualities. With a voice that sometimes resembles that of the late and great George Michael, coloured version, and a vocal style that reflects Babyface's, La'Domour is in good company.

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M.I. Abaga | "Ashes" (Tribute To The Aluu 4)

An African Hip-Hop Anthem. The Aluu 4 was a necklace lynching that involved four young men, Ugonna Obuzor, Toku Lloyd, Chiadika Biringa, and Tekena Elkanah, all students of the University of Port Harcourt. They were all lynched after they were falsely accused of theft in Aluu, a community in Ikwerre local government area, Rivers State, Nigeria on 5 October 2012. M.I. Abaga wrote Ashes in response to this tragedy.

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Beyond Love and Romance

A review of Abudebi Zonjon's 'I've Decided'. Ghanaian artist releases 'I've Decided', a song inspired by a real life event.

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The Late Ones | Lately

Better late than never. A very refreshing Hip-Hop 🤝 Reggae hybrid. “‘Babylon Exists’ - the opening track - is a straight shot at the evil and brutality that we feel from the government and police. This song is an anthem stating that evil is real - and until we all can unite and figure out how to truly put an end to it, it’s gonna live on forever. Babylon exists more than ever.

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