Sonically offering a cinematic backdrop every song is it’s own statement. The transitions are meticulously cultivated each song is a scene in a scenic artistic noir. The Columbus, Ohio native has journeyed all the way to Los Angeles where’s he’s been able to hone and aggregate a distinct sound. “Midnight & Lion“ incorporates a compendium of elements including HipHop, Lo-Fi, DrumNBass, DownTempo, Progressive House, and Instrumental. The album is a bricolage of quirky lyrics, off center content, and riveting production.

Adorned with a gorgeous guitar riff, the inception is soothing and escalates precariously from the opening line. Waxahachie, Texas artist ABM Jimi delivers an emotionally charged, frenetic, bricolage on his latest release “Hotel Room”.

Standing out is a tall order for most in this complacent ridden, contemporary climate. Fusing elements of Alternative R&B, HipHop, and Neo-Soul the Los Angeles native cunningly spews conundrums unearthing her own lexicon on her latest EP titled “Ignoramus”. The EP is eclectic, acute, and salacious and finds the California artist in quest of psychedelic experiences utilizing unconventional exotic methods. Although, it’s a small sample size this EP allots her ample time to disclose her versatility, creativity, and distinguishing quality that makes this listening experience memorable.

This is a dark themed thrilling opus that incorporates HipHop, 90s rap, Acoustic, AfroBeats, Lo-Fi, and Trap elements. The Edmonton, Canadian artists displays sublime lyrical agility and intriguing subject matter. Delving into ruminating therapeutic monologues which are aligned with contemporary vivacious cuts “Growing Through The Concrete” is cemented in dexterity. The musical experience is one of ebbs and flows that denotes the highs and lows accompanied with life.

The lyrics are cunning, and inundated with ambition. The Atif performs arpeggios that are complex strumming the electric guitar like an adroit guitarist exhibiting compelling riffs. Filled with promise for the New Year this song hearkens on following your dreams with a New Yorker’s sense of sarcasm. Rooted in the alluring lights that enrapture all who come to conquer the city this song is also rich in nuance which is layered in the form of spoken word.

Driven by tickled piano keys dribbling along this melodic composition MaddMaxx releases a Jazz influenced trap induced gem. The Virginia native displays hypnotic flows with a cadence that’s methodical and unraveling wordplay that’s opulent and salacious on his latest effort titled “Diamond”.

Rappers since the dawn of time have been known to possess the profound ability to illustrate through words and song. Form it’s inception with Slick Rick, transferring to Snoop Dog, Nas, and Biggie Smalls some of Hip-Hop’s most notable figures where profound storytellers. Harlem emcee Lyebway is of that ilk. “Lyes World The Album” is a culmination of various bedazzling stories that enrapture and denote progression. Enriched in nostalgia this formula evokes relaxed backdrops that create an easy listening experience.

The Regina, Saskatchewan, Canadian band Ripper and the Jesses are comprised of 3 members Russ (Drums/Vocals), Aaron (Vocals Guitar), Kaleb (Bass/Vocals). Their latest EP released on August 15th, 2019 titled “Velociraptor of Love” is defiant, energetic and explosive. This album is mired in retribution yet delineates a sense of content. The songwriting is honest, unabashedly scathing with a tad of vulnerability. Sonically the instrumentation is profound and employed by adept musicians.

Funk is an integral part of HipHop. From James Brown to the Parliament hiphop from infancy has payed homage to funk. Notable pairings such as The DOC and Dr.Dre, Dre and Snoop Doggy Dog, Ice Cube and The Lynch Mob, and groups like Cypress Hill have been considered the forefathers for cultivating this sound. This West Coast influence can still be heard littered in contemporary music of the day. Inspired by the aforementioned the Midwest paring of Nolan & Mr. Filthy dedicate their whole album paying homage on their latest full length effort titled “Midwest Funk” set for a December 24, 2019 release.

“Forbidden” is an conceptual album riddled with metaphors and prose. The production is grandiose, the writing is dense with dexterity. The music throughout is at times cozy and mellow. The Austin, Texas group enlists various artists for features that are cohesive. Lend Me Your Ear journeys musically on a mission to enrapture and capture the census.

Ambition is one the founding elements evoked in Hip Hop. Ambitious raps are the tenets, and framework which feverishly galvanized the world to take notice . Back when the Sugar Hill Gang under Slyvia Robinson released “Rapper’s Delight” luxury was the luring component along with innovation and panache. The Montreal, Canadian artist Bizza has proving to be of the same elk adopting some of these same doctrines on his compelling new release titled “Chandelaire Thunder”. The album features captivating storytelling, that’s ambitious in production, ambitious in concepts and ambitious in aesthetics.