"It's Okay to Not Listen to Cookie-Cutter Bullshit": An Interview with Brasstracks
We spoke with the GRAMMY-winning duo behind Chance The Rapper's "No Problem."
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Meet AUGUST 08, the K-Town Singer Who Wants Kids to Know It’s Okay to Cry (Interview)
We spoke with the latest addition to the 88rising roster.
Meet NoMBe, the German Singer That You Might Even Love (Interview)
The 26-year-old singer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist is more focused on chasing experiences then seeking external validation.
Meet ODIE, the Toronto Singer Focused on Capturing His Most Vulnerable Moments
Prior to releasing his debut album, 'Analogue,' we caught up with the 21-year-old.
Meet Adrian Daniel, a 'Flawd' Alt-Soul Singer From Brooklyn
We caught up with the rising star at SXSW Music Festival in Austin, Texas.
Ajani Jones Left a Full-Ride Scholarship to Rap & It’s Paying Off
We spoke with the recent Closed Sessions signee following the release of his 'Cocoons' EP.
Meet Tobi Lou, the Chicago Artist Bringing the Joy of Cartoons to Hip-Hop
Tobi fled his hometown to avoid comparisons to Chance The Rapper, but his potential star power is still obvious 2,000 miles away.
Meet Bohan Phoenix, China’s Most Uncompromising Indie Rapper
The Hubei-born, Massachusetts-raised MC discusses his transnational upbringing, Eminem's early influence, China’s hip-hop ban and more.
Meet Lando Chill, Mello Music Group's "Most Different" Talent
The youngest member of the respected indie label is defying expectation at every turn.
Meet Jack Harlow, a Louisville Rapper Who is Much More Than “Just a Person Rapping”
“As an artist, I just feel like a kid trying to make some raps.”
Meet Burns Twins, Bedows & Elton, the Next Wave of Remarkable Chicago Talent
The four artists explain the difference between a band and a collaboration, artistic duty, and much more.
Meet Kipp Stone, a 'Dirty Face Angel' Putting East Cleveland on the Map
“When I wasn’t making any money and I was just down bad, I was thinking, ‘I could really just do this. I could really just start selling dope.’”
Meet Supa Bwe, the Chicago MC Who Hears Bells in His Head
“I see the music as damn near like a brochure. Here’s who I am as a person, do you fuck with me or not?”
How Grace Weber & The Social Experiment Created Some "Special Universe Shit"
Grace came into The Social Experiment's world as an insanely talented beam, and they're helping direct it upward.
Meet Danny Watts, the Houston Rapper Signed to Jonwayne Who Just Quit His Costco Job
Two years after a making a chance connection on SoundCloud, the Houston native is a full-time rapper.
Who’s Torii Wolf & Why Did DJ Premier Produce Her Debut Album? They Explain
On 'Flow Riiot,' singer-songwriter Torii Wolf and legendary producer DJ Premier serve up beans and cheesecake—and it's delicious.
Meet Garren Sean, the New Bay Area Talent With a Timeless Sound
How collaborating with Chance The Rapper and others gave Garren Sean the missing piece to his own sound.
Meet 6 Exciting Indie Artists on Macklemore's New 'Gemini' Album
The Seattle native's new album is an artist discovery tool. Let's dig in...
Meet Dougie F, a Jersey Artist Using His Yellow Durag to Uplift the Masses
"People out here ain’t even making sacrifices for shit they love. I always want to remind myself—take risks."
Meet Don Mykel, a Harlem Emcee With 'Infinite' Potential
The 2Pac-influenced Harlem wordsmith is fusing vintage with new-age.
Meet Daz Rinko, a Memphis Rapper Injecting 'Black Boy Joy' Into Southern Grooves
We spoke with the Southern artist his newly-released EP, the "New Memphis" movement and an uncertain future.
Meet Knox Fortune, Your Favorite Chicago Rapper's Favorite Collaborator
After years of helping his talented friends, we’ll soon hear what Knox Fortune has to say on his own.