Interview + Video Premiere: No Matter What, G4 Jag Will “Keep Going”

Harlem bred emcee, G4 Jag is an anomaly in the current hip-hop landscape. His lyrical delivery is almost torn from his throat in a baritone as deep as Barry White, that is if Barry was spitting extremely personal and vulnerable tales of survival for the have-not’s. He favors beats that are sparse and downtempo that […]

Producer Endemic Emerald Drops Jewels (Interview)

I recently caught up with underground beatsmith, Endemic Emerald. The BX by way of UK producer, and founder of No Cure Records sheds some light on his musical background, discography, label plans for the remainder of 2020 and beyond, and much more. Get familiar… INTERVIEW With a discography that includes production credits for various members […]

Interview + Track Premiere: Bub Styles & Ace Fayce Are “Talking Spicy”

With a project title that translates to “very dirty, very spicy,” it should be no mystery what Brooklyn spitter, Bub Styles, brings to the booth. The self-proclaimed “cold-cut king of Brooklyn” stands at over 6 ft 4 inches and weighs-in at over 300 lbs, and like-so his tales of the come-up are larger than life. […]

Interview With the Original Gangster of Hip-Hop, Just Ice

From the outset of our 90 minute discussion, hip hop legend Just Ice was unabashed with his views. Time has not dulled his sword or softened his stance on the industry. In fact I got just what I expected; a cool and deadly journey from the inception of the culture up to the present. This […]

Premiere: Apokalips the Archangel Present “Follow Me” (Video)

Top Shelf Muzik presents Apokalips The Archangel “Follow Me” single/video produced by Seasra23. The Queens thoroughbred, also one of NY’s most consistent emcees, delivers yet another timeless gem. Like other visuals to keep Hip Hop culture at the forefront, Apokalips embraces graffiti walls, gully pavement, and cornerstones that represent his borough. With striking piano keys […]

Hip Hop Heavyweights Craig G., Ruste Juxx, M-Dot, Born Unique, & More Join Roccwell On His ‘Still Lovin’ Boom Bap’ Album

We still love and represent that boom bap at WRG! We have some new heat titled, Still Lovin’ Boom Bap – the slogan with which the Munich-based beat-maker Roccwell titles his album stands not only for his unbroken love of the Boombap sound, but above all, for the daily struggle of the Hip-Hop generation of 35 plus. WATCH […]

Innocent? Recruits Dax & Frank Castle for Hardbody Hit, “Never Changed” Produced by Stan Da Man

Tough trio Innocent?, Dax and Frank Castle link on “Never Changed” produced by heat maker Stan Da Man. This is that raw gritty hip hop. The collaboration is fiery with lethal lyricism. The guys let you know they never changed always keeping it real on every level over Stan Da Man’s signature pounding drums that […]

DJ Flipcyde & Comet Are Wavy On New “Silver Surfer” Single

Underground hip hop artist Comet links with DJ Flipcyde on sizzling single “Silver Surfer” under Hell Razah Music. The fire track was produced by Sal Barz. It’s a bar fest for sure when Comet touches the mic. Pure lyricism is always the theme. Be sure to check it this heat rock! STREAM NOW

Jamo Gang’s ‘Walking With Lions’: The Bands Long Awaited Debut Album On Fat Beats Records

Jamo Gang consists of LA legend Ras Kass, NYC veteran emcee El Gant and J57 on production. The trio’s debut album Walking With Lions is out now via Fat Beats Records. The album features DJ Premier, Slug from Atmosphere, Sid Wilson from Slipknot, Sick Jacken from Psycho Realm & Slaine from La Coka Nostra. J57 handled all […]

Premiere: SpiderDaGod Teams Up With Termanology for “Last of the Mob” Single

Let’s kick the weekend off proper! We have an exclusive titled “Last of the Mob” off SpiderDaGod‘s upcoming album, 8LIMBS. This serves as his final single before the project officially releases on May 15. The song features underground icon Termanology spiting lava as usual. The pulsating production is from UK’s own Four Limbs, who handled all […]

Bobcatt The Legend Drops Bangin’ Boom Bap Instrumental Project, ‘(BC) The Legend’

No doubt, Bobcatt the Legend is a phenomenal producer. He has dropped heat consistently. You can normally catch him with his 4G comrade rocking out. This time he hits the underground scene with an insane instrumental project titled (BC) The Legend. It’s raw passionate production with a versatile soundscape and soulful undertones. He gives us […]

New Music: Kool G Rap, Billy Danze (M.O.P.) & King Gordy “War” (Prod. by Doc Ish)

Grammy award winning (for his work with Eminem) producer Doc Ish delivers a new single, “War,” from his upcoming release Lost Files, which will feature contributions from Uncle Murda, Kool G Rap, Billy Danze, King Gordy and more special guests which will be announced soon. Stream Kool G Rap, Billy Danze (M.O.P.) & King Gordy […]

SpiderDaGod Claims King Status On New Single “Throne”

The spotlight is firmly focused on Buffalo, New York right now and the area has a plethora of talent for fans to discover. SpiderDaGod is a veteran of the region’s scene who has developed an enigmatic persona. His grimy yet zany rhyme style is reminiscent of colorful characters from the ‘90s like Sticky Fingaz of […]

Thirstin Howl the 3rd Releases New Visual for “Proud To Be From MGV”

Thirstin Howl the 3rd drops a dope tribute to MGV best known as Marcus Garvey Village in Brownsville. This past weekend we witnessed an alarming video footage of police brutality in Brownsville over quarantine and social distancing rules. There was excessive force being used on minorities. However, I’ve seen footage of large groups of white […]

DJ Deadeye & Fabeyon Present “Rare Gift” (Video)

“Rare Gift” featuring Fabeyon is produced and directed by Dj Manipulator and it’s the first single/video off the first Installment of Dj Deadeye‘s EP series entitled LaST. Batch. The project is a short collection of b-sides, remixes, unreleased and new material put together as a release, instead of being shoved into the archives. DJ Deadeye LaST. Batch EP Out […]

Money Stacks Let’s Em Know “Never Bite The Hand” That Feeds You In Latest EP

Underground artist Money Stacks gives us Never Bite The Hand produced entirely by Killer Kane. The project consists of four gritty tracks. There’s one feature from rising artist Jae Hussle on the song titled “Dinner Time” that’s fire. The production is dark and grimy. The four track EP is a great appetizer. Can’t wait to hear […]

Interview: Smooth B Talks “Before” & Writing For Bobby Brown

“I want to be remembered as a nigga who actually gave a fuck,” he says.

Real Bad Man’s ‘On High Alert, Vol. 2’ Features Posdnuos, Blu, Boldy James, Inspectah Deck, Flee Lord, Eto, Willie The Kid & ElCamino

Who the hell is Real Bad Man? Good question, but tough to answer, in short, it’s a clothing brand from Los Angeles…known for bold psychedelic graphics that “sample” imagery from the worlds of music, art and genre films. Sold in the best clothing stores in world, such as Union, Dover Street Market, Goodhood UK to […]

Teck-Zilla Leads Us to Brighter Days With ‘Pre Summer Tape 89’ EP (Available Now)

On his brand-new EP, Pre Summer Tape 89, deejay/producer Teck-Zilla serves up the musical equivalent of comfort food for hip-hop heads. It’s a distinct nod toward the music of that year—think De La’s 3 Feet High and Rising, or EPMD’s Unfinished Business—with a similar appreciation and fondness for the past. STREAM/BUY “Growing up in a family […]

Benny The Butcher Teams Up with United Grind to Release “M.A.M.N.”

“M.A.M.N.” is a celebration of camaraderie from Ohio’s burgeoning United Grind Collective, whose talents are fully demonstrated on this high-energy track. It all starts with Vice Souletric’s banging production, which fuels the bravado-filled verses of fellow UGC members G.Huff and HiJinks. Plus, they’re joined by Griselda’s own Benny The Butcher who brings his trademark snarl to […]