Yung OG releases new album '1600 Scars 2'

The songwriter and producer of hip hop known as Yung OG has released his latest official album, “1600 Scars 2.” The album contains 12 original Yung OG tracks for an approximate total listening time of 35 minutes. It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the Beat Juug Music record label. A stylish, melodic hip-hop record with plenty of clout for radio play or just earbuds around town, “1600 Scars 2” showcases Yung OG as one of the most intriguing hip-hop artists of the year so far and promises that he has plenty more where that came from.

In addition to the considerable skills of Yung OG, himself, “1600 Scars 2” also features the talents of MoneyMarr (Track 7) and NoCap (Tracks 6, 7, and 12).

Mobile, Alabama's Yung OG cites as main artistic influences Tupac Shakur, the Hot Boys, Jay Z, Pimp C, Future, and Boosie and Webber.Yung's own sound takes elements from each of these and adds his own orchestrated delivery for a result which works in cars, headphones, or popular nightclubs alike. With an emphasis on classy vocal work and aggressive urban poetry, “1600 Scars 2” by Yung OG has a little something for everybody.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “1600 Scars 2,” Yung OG writes, “It shares a story. The things I got through and been through, the good and bad. A lot of pain, emotions, and fun.”

The title of both his debut and new album, “1600 Scars” and “1600 Scars 2” comes from his home, the 1600 block in Mobile, of which he says, “I still live in my hometown, Mobile Alabama (1600) and that’s where everything started.”

Since that long-ago time, Yung has performed live in Florida, Georgia, Texas, and Mississippi as well as in his own state of Alabama, or as Yung calls it: “Just the south region. It’s about to get bigger.”

Yung OG has been a lyricist almost as long as he's been a fan of hip hop. He has said that he first became interested in music because he loved “being able to understand what I’m listening to and the feeling I get from the music.” For that reason, it's perhaps no surprise that he makes music “to express my thoughts, feelings, problems and myself. To help others who're going through or been through the same thing as me.”

To his listeners new and old, Yung OG has this to say: “It’s only going to get bigger and bigger. Also free NoCap and the birds 1600.”

“1600 Scars 2” by Yung OG on the Beat Juug Music label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, hip-hop fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“1600 Scars 2” by Yung OG –

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083TS7WRW/

YSDFM Skizzle releases new EP album 'The Cook Up'

The songwriter and producer of rap and hip-hop known as YSDFM Skizzle has released his latest official EP album, “The Cook Up.” The EP album contains five original YSDFM Skizzle tracks for an approximate total listening time of 10 minutes. It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the Heavy Armartishal Records record label. Laid back yet always in your face, “The Cook Up” showcases YSDFM Skizzle as one of the most intriguing rap and hip-hop artists of the year so far and promises that he has plenty more where that came from.

Jefferson County, Georgia's YSDFM Skizzle cites as main artistic influences Ugly God and Tyler the Creator. They aren't his first loves, however.

“My first moment of recognizing good music was Michael Jackson's 'Human Nature,'” Skizzle writes. “That’s one of my favorite songs. I think my favorite song is Al B Sure's 'Night and Day.'”

YSDFM's own sound takes elements from each of these and adds something fresh and unique for a result unlike anything today's music fans have heard before. With an emphasis on mellow grooves, fun rhymes, and healthy doses of good humor, “The Cook Up” by YSDFM Skizzle has a little something for everybody.

YSDFM's tracks on “The Cook Up” vary both in tone and lyric theme. Asked to describe the overall meaning of his new record, Skizzle writes, “It's just a collection of different vibes that has its own individual messages.”

In addition to his new, official EP drop, he's also got a steady stream of singles available for listening online.

“I have put out free material on DatPiff,” the artist says. “I call it Old Skool SKIZZLE. I started producing most of my music now. I engineer myself, and I have some music. Just primarily a person that is not perfect, but knows a better way for myself.”

“The Cook Up” by YSDFM Skizzle on the Heavy Armartishal Records label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, rap and hip-hop fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“The Cook Up” by YSDFM Skizzle –

https://www.amazon.com/Cook-Up-Explicit-YSDFM-SKIZZLE/dp/B084KZMVGW/

Official Website –

skizzlebaby.com

Official Instagram –

@1ysdfm

International Snoopi releases new single 'Rav Town'

The songwriter and producer of rap and hip hop known as International Snoopi has released his latest official single, “Rav Town.” The single has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the Vampire Poker Life (#VPL) record label. Gritty, subtly aggressive, and 100% legit, “Rav Town” showcases International Snoopi as one of the most intriguing rap and hip-hop artists of the 2020 spring season and promises that he has plenty more where that came from.

Ravena, New York's International Snoopi cites as main artistic influences Young Thug, Kanye West, and Meek Mill. Snoopi's own sound takes elements from each of these and adds something fresh and unique for a result unlike anything today's music fans have heard before. With an emphasis on rock-solid beats, catchy hooks, and plenty of hometown pride, “Rav Town” by International Snoopi has a little something for every fan of the hip hop underground.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “Rav Town,” International Snoopi writes, “It goes down in the #Rav.”

Intl. Snoopi has said that his current mission statement as an artist is simply and purely, “Grinding Vampire Poker Life till my knuckles bust.”

“Rav Town” by International Snoopi on the Vampire Poker Life label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, rap and hip-hop fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Rav Town” by International Snoopi –

https://www.amazon.com/Rav-Town-International-Snoopi/dp/B0851XYVXS/

Weston Simonis releases new single 'My Little Bear'

The songwriter and producer of rock and alternative music known as Weston Simonis has released his latest official single, “My Little Bear.” The single has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the Audio Star Productions record label. Genuine, heartfelt, and bearing a richly warm acoustic sound, “My Little Bear” proves that Weston Simonis can blend pop, rock, and hip hop in surprising ways for a result everyone can appreciate.

La Grande, Oregon's Weston Simonis cites as main artistic influences Michael Jackson, Blink 182, Metallica, Twenty One Pilots, and Train. Simonis's own sound differs between releases, and with “My Little Bear” he arrives with a more subtle, mellow yet upbeat style. With an emphasis on natural percussion, lyric earnestness and a positive, uplifting message, “My Little Bear” by Weston Simonis has a little something for everybody.

Asked to describe the overall theme of “My Little Bear,” Weston Simonis writes, “My Little Bear was based on a true story. Love is God's greatest gift and to share it the best we can with each other is how we can be there for each other. This song is about good romantic times we can share with our significant other to build a bond and true friendship. Love isn't always about the best times in life, but love is about being there for the person you care for most with all the little things.”

The LP record, “Moments of Intoxication” was named Best Indie Alternative Rock album of 2016 at the International Publisher Awards and fetched over 20 licenses for film and radio distribution. In 2017 Weston achieved his first IMDB credit for scoring and songwriting on the short film “A Soul Friction.” Also in 2017, he dropped his debut comedy music video, “Yoga Pants,” and was featured on radio stations around the world. He has been the host of his own radio show and has his own music library available for licensing to film, TV, and video games.

“Weston’s voice and guitar conveys a relentless quest to rise above a world of desperation and hopelessness,” writes JamSphere's Jacob Aiden. “His music has a sense of – tell the truth, cleanse the soul, feel good, and keep on pushing. At the same time it’s clear that Simonis values tradition as well as he does modernity, and links between past and present in his music, it is also evident that his vision has expansive boundaries.”

“My Little Bear” by Weston Simonis on the Audio Star Productions label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, rock fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“My Little Bear” by Weston Simonis –

https://www.amazon.com/My-Little-Bear-Weston-Simonis/dp/B085PWLW2L/
Instagram –

@westonsimonis

Big A$h releases new single 'F-ck It'

The songwriter and producer of hip hop and pop-rap music known as Big A$h has released her latest official single, “F-ck It.” In addition to the considerable talents of Big A$h, herself, “F-ck It” also features a performance from Nuthen Nyce. The single has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the ClubHouse Ent. record label. Daring, danceable, and a metric ton of fun, “F-ck It” introduces Big A$h as one of the most intriguing indie rappers of the year so far.

San Diego, California's Big A$h cites as main artistic influences E40, Too Short, Rexx Life, Raj, and DJ Quick. With an emphasis on beats, hooks, and a dose of healthy aggression, “F-ck It” by Big A$h has a little something for every fan of the sound.

Asked to describe the overall theme of “F-ck It,” Big A$h writes, “Empowering yourself and taking risks in life.”

Big A$h’s current official bio at Clubhouse Ent. describes her as a “Young, motivated, influential woman who loves to freestyle on any beat you throw at me.”

Her sense of humor which forms much of the draw for her new “F-uck It” single also comes out when she adds, “Also I’m a barber, so if you need that fade … lol.”

“F-ck It” by Big A$h on the Clubhouse Ent. label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, hip hop and pop-rap music fans.

– S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“F-ck It” by Big A$h –

https://www.amazon.com/Fuck-Explicit-feat-Nuthen-Nyce/dp/B085L2F6Q7/

Official Website –

https://www.clubhouseent.com/

Sherrell Mitchell releases new single 'No Turning Back'

The Singer/Songwriter/Producer of Gospel music….Sherrell Mitchell has

released his latest official single, “No Turning Back.” In addition to the

considerable talents of Mitchell, the single also features the performance of

Kevin “Rappin Rev” McAfee. This song has been proudly published as an

independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry,

although it is on Psalm 96 Records which is the label that Sherrell has recently

Started.

With turns of both innovative and traditional gospel underpinnings, as well as

an old-school hip-hop flavor, “No Turning Back” shows yet again that Sherrell

hasn’t run out of ideas by any measure. “No Turning Back” has a little

something for everybody.

Some of Rell’s main artistic influences, are legends of Gospel, Christian, and

Jazz music genres. Take 6, Israel Houghton, Fred Hammond, John P Kee,

Kirk Franklin, Cora Jackson, L. Spencer Smith, Wintley Phipps, TaRanda

Greene, Hillsong, YPJ and FVC, Chick Corea, Jeff Lorber, Hezikiah Walker,

Darrel Hawk, and Vivian Perryman.

Asked to describe the overall theme of “No Turning Back,” Sherrell writes, “It

asks a simple question and makes a declarative statement: ‘Will you decide

now, to follow Jesus? No turning back -- no turning back.’” The track’s title

and lyric chorus come from the popular hymn, “Will You Decide Now to

Follow Jesus.”

Sherrell is a Friend, a Father, a Veteran, a Teacher...but above all...A Lover Of

God. He developed his love for music early in Church and taught himself to

play the piano by ear. Since then he’s grown musically through private lessons,

college classes and some Great Mentors (Kay Classy, Steve Byrd, Neal Jones,

Grady Austin, Phil Curry, and Cora Jackson).

“All things are possible with God and I’m truly grateful for the Beautiful Gift Of

Music that He has entrusted me with.”

Sherrell is currently the Music Director at Immaculate Conception Church in

Seattle. He also works with other local ministries in the area, The Matt Talbot

Center, Cora Jackson’s Judah Song Choir, and his ensemble singers “The JLM

Worshipers” In 2016, he released 2 CDs, “The JLM Project” and “The Mass Of

New Vision.” In 2019 he released 3 singles “Salt Of The Earth”, "Hear O’

Israel”, And “I Believe”

His mission statement is: “Spreading the Gospel through musical expression 1

song at a time for an Audience of 1 as the world listens on.”

“No Turning Back” by Sherrell Mitchell on the Psalm 96 Records label is

available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now.

Get in early, gospel and popular Christian music fans.

“No Turning Back” by Sherrell Mitchell –

https://music.apple.com/us/album/no-turning-back-feat-kevin-rappin-rev-

mcafee-single/1500854221

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Official Website –sherrellmitchell.com

Unknown Overcomer releases new single 'Let Him Hold You Down' feat. Brien

The songwriter and producer of Christian R&B and hip hop known as Unknown Overcomer has released his latest official single, “Let Him Hold You Down.” The single has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the Unknown Overcomer record label. In addition to the skills of Unknown Overcomer, himself, “Let Him Hold You Down” also features the talents of Brien and producer Jusebeats.

Suave, danceable, and great in earbuds and nightclub playlists alike, “Let Him Hold You Down” showcases Unknown Overcomer as one of the most intriguing R&B and hip-hop artists of the year so far and promises that he has plenty more where that came from.

Unknown Overcomer cites as main artistic influences Lecrae, Andy Mineo, Dee-1 and NF. Unknown Overcomer's own sound takes elements from each of these and adds something fresh and unique for a result unlike anything today's music fans have heard before. With an emphasis on a rock-solid back beat, catchy melody lines, and the teachings of the Christian Bible, “Let Him Hold You Down” by Unknown Overcomer has a little something for every fan of the sound.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “Let Him Hold You Down,” Unknown Overcomer writes only: “God’s love.”

Unknown Overcomer is a solo performer who writes all his own material. In describing his start in music, he says only that he began writing original music “in high school to cope with depression.”

His current official bio consists solely of three hashtags: #believer, #christianrapper and #songwriter.

Unknown Overcomer can be found at Twitter at @UnknownOvacomer.

“Let Him Hold You Down” by Unknown Overcomer feat. Brien on the Unknown Overcomer label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, Christian R&B and hip-hop fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Let Him Hold You Down” by Unknown Overcomer –

https://www.amazon.com/Let-Him-Hold-You-Down/dp/B0849XYCVQ/

Dark & Stormy releases new EP album 'Rain Dance'

The songwriter and producer of house & UK garage known as Dark & Stormy has released his latest official EP album and first full-on techno release, “Rain Dance.” The EP album contains four original Dark & Stormy tracks largely recorded live PA style for an approximate total listening time of 15 minutes. It has been proudly published as an independent release on Morabito's new imprint, The 10 Room. Futuristic yet founded on the original techno styles of the 1990s, “Rain Dance” showcases Dark & Stormy as one of the most intriguing artists of the year so far and promises that he has plenty more where that came from.

Brooklyn, NY's Dark & Stormy cites as main artistic influences John Coltrane, Truncate, Mr. Fingers, Roni Size, and LTJ Bukem. Stormy's own sound takes elements from each of these and adds something fresh and unique. With an emphasis on percussion, 90s rave vibes and plenty of unique innovation for a contemporary flair “Rain Dance” by Dark & Stormy has a little something for everybody.

Dark & Stormy began his music career playing in bands, a pedigree which audibly informs his songwriting. He has been making dance music for over a decade now.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “Rain Dance,” Dark & Stormy writes, “This EP is really inspired by the sort of silence that sets in on a snowy cold night in New York. I wanted to create songs that evoked that feeling that you get from those types of moments but also something that you could dance to.”

Dark & Stormy is NYC's John Morabito. in Brooklyn, NY. His tracks have seen support from Dubfire, Umek, Angel Stoxx, Mikix the Cat, Jonathan Ulysses, Sideburn, Timo Garcia, Spartaque, Mike Newman and many more.

“Rain Dance” by Dark & Stormy on The 10 Room Records imprint is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, techno fans.

“Rain Dance” by Dark & Stormy –

https://www.amazon.com/Rain-Dance-Dark-Stormy/dp/B084ZKMW3L/

SoundCloud –

https://soundcloud.com/darkandstormy

Bishop releases new single 'Keke Napep' feat. Vellie P.

The songwriter and producer of Afro-pop music known as Bishop has released his latest official single, “Keke Napep.” The single has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the Blessed With Cash record label. In addition to the talents of Bishop, himself, “Keke Napep” also features the skills of Vellie P. Happy, full of groove, and packed with international appeal, “Keke Napep” showcases Bishop as one of the most intriguing African pop-music artists in recent memory and promises he has plenty more where that came from.

Nigeria's Bishop cites as main artistic influences Drake, Wizkid, Lil Durk, Tuface, Psquare, and Don Jazzy. Bishop's own sound takes elements from each of these and adds something fresh and unique for a result unlike anything today's music fans have heard before. With an emphasis on local tone, acoustic percussion sounds, and a healthy amount of aggression, “Keke Napep” by Bishop has a little something for everybody.

Asked to describe the overall meaning of “Keke Napep,” Bishop writes only, “#Dance #Afropop #Dancehall #BWC!” The words themselves come from a brand of three-wheeled scooter cars common to Nigeria.

Interestingly, Bishop's rising music career is a left turn from his background.

“I didn't even start listening to music until 2010,” says Bishop, “because my dad is really strict, so I was never allowed to … Now that I have grown, music is seriously everything to me! My music tastes have changed a lot, too.”

Bishop had to shoulder much responsibility while still very young because of his father's poor health. He recalls s time when their wasn't enough food in his home. His first official video, “Show Me Love” dropped in 2016. His most recent video, “Ibiza,” was released in 2019 and continues to rack up views.

“Keke Napep” by Bishop on the Blessed With Cash label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, African pop music fans.

-S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Keke Napep” by Bishop –

https://www.amazon.com/Keke-Napep-Bishop-feat-Vellie/dp/B083TQ914J/

Bishop Official Instagram –

@lifeofbishop