New Album: ‘360’ by Termanology x Amadeus & “Black Mask 2” Video

Termanology and Amadeus 360 The Beat King release their collaborative album titled ‘360.’ The 10-track album features Smif-N-Wessun, Sheek Louch, Lil Fame, Ras Kaas, Skyzoo, Ea$y Money, Chris Rivers, Teflon, Mia Jae, and NEMS (with additional production on the track “Classifications” by NEF, Shortyfuz, and Newdlez). The first visual off the album is “Black Mask […]

Premiere: Jamil Honesty & Hxlysmxkes Offer “Rebello” Visuals Featuring DJ Grazzhoppa

Seasoned Baltimore emcee Jamil Honesty releases visuals for “Rebello.” The single is the first release from the 5-track EP ‘The Rufus Buck Project‘, a collaborative project by Jamil and Baltimore producer Hxlysmxkes.

Termanology Drops His 41st Album “Goya 3” with Shortfyuz

Termanology, the 978 legend, releases “Goya 3,” his 41st project with production by Shortfyuz. It’s evident this album comes with a superabundant amount of pride. Watch the mini-documentary below for an inside scoop of Term breaking down the album with live footage of its fruition. Term recruits his ST crew Reks, Ea$y Money, and Artistin, […]

Premiere: Weekly Rap Gods Presents ‘UNDRCRWND: John Jigg$ vs Innocent? (Mixtape) w/ Exclusive Freestyle

Weekly Rap Gods presents an exclusive freestyle “Flying CRWNS” featuring vetted emcees John Jigg$ and Innocent?. The track is taken from Weekly Rap Gods ‘UNRCRWND: John Jigg$ vs Innoncent? (Mixtape)‘ available only on Bandcamp. Verzuz curates playlists for their battles while Weekly Rap Gods is honoring Hip Hop and taking it back to the era of […]

UNDRCRWND – John Jigg$ VS Innocent?

UPDATE: Stay tuned for the UNDRCRWND: Innocent? vs John Jigg$ mixtape – coming soon! Weekly Rap Gods announces the second official UNDRCRWND on Saturday, January 16th between John Jigg$ and Innocent?. Who will be crowned the winner? Both are lyrical heavyweights, both fan favorites, both hold a strong reign over NY (past and present), and […]

Agallah & Sadat X Deliver ‘The Gods Have Arrived’ [Album Premiere]

There’s very few emcees whose pedigrees are more definitively hip-hop than that of Agallah & Sadat X. With a resume that traces back to the days old New York before Giuliani turned Times Square into Disney Land, 8-Off and Derek X were busy making what would become forever lasting contributions to the culture that we […]

Interview + Video Premiere: A Discussion With the Legendary Waterproof Emcee, Ras Kass

Ever since he came out of the gate with the lyrically acclaimed debut, Soul On Ice, Ras Kass has been a tour de force from dropping solid projects to working with acts, such as Dr. Dre, Canibus, DJ Premier, being a part of the Jamo Gang supergroup to also appearing in films like Rhyme & Reason and I Got […]

Producer’s Hot Seat: ThatBlessedGirl (Interview)

Emerging underground producer, ThatBlessedGirl, has taken the industry by storm with her innovative beats. She has created some masterpieces for quite a few noted underground artists and graced many charts. She has a unique flair that captivates the boom bap masses. Her versatility and consistency caught my attention. She’s definitely on the rise with her […]

Interview + Video Premiere: Going Pound for Pound with Pounds

Rochester, N.Y. native Pounds has been a driving force in the underground scene for awhile now. From releasing a slew of EPs and mixtapes, working on a limited retro fashion line to acting, the ever working emcee has found a way to diversify his portfolio immensely. He is currently primed to drop his new LP, There […]

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 […]

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

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 […]