Alt hip-hop and rock artist Tabusha drops debut LP 'Contrast'

The songwriter and producer of alternative hip-hop and rock known as Tabusha has released his official debut album, “Contrast.” It contains 13 original Tabusha tracks for an approximate total listening time of 45 minutes. It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the Urban Genie record label. Fun, classy, and with a suave delivery on rock-solid back beats, “Contrast” introduces Tabusha as one of the most intriguing West Coast artists to emerge late 2020.

Asked to cite some main artistic influences, Orange County's Tabusha says only that he pulls inspiration from all facets of music.

“I take influences from many different places,” Tabusha says. “Tough to pin it down to a few.”

Asked to label his music as a genre, he settles on two subcategories, Alternative/Experimental Rock and Indie Hip-Hop. The artist has also called his new LP “modern, personal and psychological.”

“The lyrics on each song are moreso epiphanies and struggles that I ponder on the daily,” says the artist. “It's music intended for a community.”

Asked to talk about the overall theme of “Contrast,” Tabusha writes, “One theme is depersonalization and awakening. Even the title, 'Contrast,' alludes to differing from the norm. Adjusting the contrast can make for a better picture.”

With an emphasis on groove, impact and emotional evocation, “Contrast” by Tabusha has a little something for every fan of fringe alt-rock and hip-hop sounds. Still, “Contrast” is more than mere rhythm and flow, a record with purpose behind its notes.

“Obviously other than my love for music,” Tabusha writes, “this album was inspired by “the current climate in the world.” He notes, too, that the album's having 13 tracks alludes to a number with particular significance to his family.

“As this is my debut album,” he says, “I thought it was right to pay respects to my family and to myself to be blatant about a message. I think it's clear in the listening.”

Tabusha extends thanks and credits to Loren Fleisher for tracking and extra polish, Logan McGarry for co-production on “All Alive,” and Luis Finsterwalder for album artwork.

“Contrast” by Tabusha on the Urban Genie label is available from over 500 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, alternative hip-hop music fans.

– S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Contrast” by Tabusha —

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08NXZWMST/

Official Website —

https://soundcloud.com/taboo-shaman/tracks

Instagram —

@ta8usha

Cruz Cartello releases debut album 'O2: Life N Da Game'

The songwriter and producer of rap and hip hop music known as Cruz Cartello has released his official debut album, “O2: Life N Da Game.” It contains 10 original Cruz Cartello tracks for an approximate total listening time of half an hour. It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry. Overflowing with seemingly effortless groove and socially relevant urban poetry, “O2: Life N Da Game” introduces Cruz Cartello as one of the most intriguing artists of Q4 2020 so far.

Mississippi's Cruz Cartello cites as main artistic influences Tupac, Jay-Z, Eminem, Master P, and Playa Fly. With an emphasis on creative, colorful bass and melody lines and fun back beats that bear repeating, “O2: Life N Da Game” by Cruz Cartello has a little something for everybody.

Asked to describe the overall theme of “O2: Life N Da Game,” Cruz Cartello writes in no uncertain terms: “My message is my Memfhmiz Campaign is here and I want the world to witness it.”

Cruz Cartello has been performing as an MC since middle school. Originally from Memphis, TN, his parents moved the family to Southaven, MS to keep Cruz from gang activity. His current official bio says of this:

“Here he would begin making mixtapes flowing over popular radio songs and other beats he liked. Teaching himself how to count bars by studying his favorite rap stars, he also produced his own songs by recording instrumentals only a few seconds long, but over and over again until the tracks were long enough. Honing his skills all along, Cruz would begin stockpiling songs that have yet to be released, until now.”

Cartello has called “O2: Life N Da Game" the first of a series of projects yet to come. Italicized by its flagship single and accompanying official music video, "Bou Dat," “O2: Life N Da Game" is set to showcase Cruz Cartello to the world in live streaming performances for 2021 and onstage ASAP.

“O2: Life N Da Game” by Cruz Cartello is available from quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, rap and hip-hop music fans.

– S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“O2: Life N Da Game” by Cruz Cartello —

https://www.amazon.com/O2-Life-N-Game-Explicit/dp/B08NGWJG6M/

 

New Orleans rapper E.D. Nix releases fifth album 'Stay Out The Way'

The songwriter and producer of rap and hip-hop known as E.D. Nix dropped his fifth official album at the start of 2020, “Stay Out The Way.” It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the Blvxk Supremc Creative Collective record label. Gritty, real, and overflowing with clever lines and rhymes, “Stay Out The Way” spotlighted E.D. Nix as one of the most intriguing artists of the year, and paved the way for his forthcoming sixth record.

New Orleans' E.D. Nix cites as a main artistic influence his education at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, which he attended on scholarship.

“One of the greatest experiences of my life,” writes Nix, going on to say that partially as a result, he's “influenced by almost any kind of art” today. Nix also mentions names such as Jay Electronica, Benny the Butcher, Rick Ross, J. Cole, and Kendrick Lamar, with whom he feels a professional kinship. E.D. Nix's sales were quoted as solid for more than six consecutive months without an official video or any paid promotion. When it shakes out, Nix may prove to be just as good (if not better than) them all. With an emphasis on bass-built beats and razor-sharp urban poetry, “Stay Out The Way” by E.D. Nix has a little something for every fan of the sound.

He hasn't been sitting on his hands, either.

“Next album is done for sure,” writes E.D. Nix. “It will be out this winter.”

That record, “Blvxk Economics Vol. 1,” will mark Nix's sixth official LP release.

“I’m definitely more of a quality over quantity person,” he says of this. “My music is raw and I’m opening up more and more being a little more vulnerable with my audience. I’m only getting better.”

Asked to describe the overall theme of the present “Stay Out The Way” album drop, E.D. Nix writes, “My message shares a recap of my hustle. I want to personally let everyone know I appreciate all the support. We got the Master rating on Tidal, 5 Stars on Apple Music. That’s a pretty cool accomplishment for us at the label.”

In addition to hip hop polished to a high shine, E.D. Nix also comes brimming with social commentary he's not half shy to talk about.

“If you aren’t familiar with the concept,” he writes, “do some research on Dr. Claude Anderson. We at Blvxk Supremc Creative Collective LLC will continue to support the growth of black owned businesses in America and the fight for justice and equality for Black people around the world. Protect black women because Black Lives Matter. Love and peace to everyone ✊”

E.D. Nix extends gracious thanks to Mico Davis, Johnny Beatz, E.F. Cuttin, Josh “SUMO” Guidry, Knick Gunna, and “everyone else who played an integral part of making the 'Stay Out The Way' album happen.”

“Stay Out The Way” by E.D. Nix on the Blvxk Supremc Creative Collective label is available from quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, rap and hip-hop music fans.

– S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Stay Out The Way” by E.D. Nix —

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B081ZVZ4JZ/

IAMNOEL releases new single 'Keep. Fighting. On'

The songwriter and producer of faith-based electronic music known as IAMNOEL has released his latest official single, “Keep. Fighting. On.” It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the Rezident Music Group record label. Upbeat, revitalizing, and even inspirational, “Keep. Fighting. On” introduces IAMNOEL as one of the most intriguing artists of Q3 2020 so far.

“Keep. Fighting. On” has been released with a corresponding official music video.

San Diego, Calif.'s IAMNOEL cites as main artistic influences Jay Z, Nas, Tiesto, and DJ Jazzy Jeff. With an emphasis on genre bending, beat dropping, and plenty of electric groove, “Keep. Fighting. On” by IAMNOEL has a little something for every fan of the sound.

Asked to describe the overall theme of “Keep. Fighting. On,” IAMNOEL writes, “This video is meant to inspire all people to continue to do what they were born to do. To keep fighting the good fight. To never quit. To push through and inspire others around you to do the same. If you are a producer, keep fighting by continuing to follow your passion. If you are a nurse or even a respiratory therapist, keep fighting by doing what you do. If you are a songwriter, you fight by writing songs. If you love to work out, keep fighting. If you are a DJ, don't quit. If you are lover, keep loving. If you are a prayer warrior .... keep praying!”

Rezident Music Group describes IAMNOEL as: “a progressive electronic/house music, future house, deep house, future EDM, dance music, and trap music artist, as well as the founder of his own subcategory, faith-based electronic music. IAMNOEL often collaborates with live musicians, such as percussionists, violinist, saxophonists, drummers and trumpeters – always looking to push the boundaries of traditional deejaying.”

IAMNOEL has performed at a wide variety of luxury nightclubs, celebrity parties, Fortune 500 corporate events, and has had the honor of showcasing his skills for internationally recognized companies such as Google, GoDaddy, GoPro, Uber, TechnoGym, Heineken, WD40 and Tesla. He has captivated numerous nightclub audiences across the nation, from Miami to Las Vegas and from Los Angeles to Chicago, as well as all over his hometown San Diego area.

“Beginning in 2020,” writes Rezident Music Group, “NOEL’s focus will be growing his brand globally, producing, and creating a new sound & tone of positive, progressive electronic music.”

A performance DJ, public speaker and entrepreneur, NOEL founded Rezident Music Group out of a desire to provide opportunities for other aspiring musicians, leading a business dedicated to providing support and representation for those in the industry. NOEL also devotes time to non-profits such as No Kid Hungry, the Make-a-Wish Foundation, the Junior League of San Diego, and A Bridge for Kids. He has also started his own non-profit to support his industry in the music field and to build houses in Africa. NOEL is also the founder of brand and music label #GLOR3LYF3 (GLORYLIFE) which creates and releases his faith-based electronic music and fashion apparel.

“Keep. Fighting. On” by IAMNOEL on the Rezident Music Group label is available from over 600 quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, FBEM fans.

– S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Keep. Fighting. On” by IAMNOEL –

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAZwHMD5HMY

Official Music Video —

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAZwHMD5HMY

Official Website –

https://iamnoel.media/

Instagram —

@Iamnoel.media

Rapper Sleep releases new EP album 'Sleepworld'

The songwriter and producer of rap and hip hop music known as Sleep has released his latest official EP album, “Sleepworld.” It contains eight original Sleep tracks for an approximate total listening time of 20 minutes. It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry. Gritty, real, and overflowing with clever lines and rhymes, “Sleepworld” introduces Sleep as one of the most intriguing artists of the year so far.

Michigan's Sleep cites as main artistic influences Gucci Mane and Future. With an emphasis on bass-built beats and razor-sharp urban poetry, “Sleepworld” by Sleep has a little something for everybody.

Sleep's new LP album, “Sleepworld,” includes popular singles such as “Still Winning,” “Rich Nigga,” and “Turn One into Two,” but also fan favorites such as “Paranoid” and “Talkin Bout,” as well as “No Running Off,” “Fell off Bounce Back,” and “Hood Near You.”

Asked to describe the overall theme of “Sleepworld,” Sleep writes simply, “Motivation and ambition.” Noting that his original inspiration to create original music was listening to music with his mother as a young man, Sleep says his message to fans and audiences around the world is one of positivity and that “anything can happen.”

“Sleepworld” by Sleep is available from quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, rap and hip-hop music fans.

– S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Sleepworld” by Sleep —

https://www.amazon.com/Sleepworld-Explicit-Sleep/dp/B08MC11413/

Official Instagram —

@THE_REAL_SLEEP 

 

V'Ronica releases new single 'Until This Is Over'

The songwriter and producer of country, gospel, and modern soul music known as V'Ronica has released her latest official single, “Until This Is Over.” It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the Prodigee Records record label via Sony/Orchard Distribution. Soulful, inspirational, and very, very timely, “Until This Is Over” introduces V'Ronica as one of the most uplifting artists of the trying 2020 year.

Las Vegas, NV's V'Ronica cites as main artistic influences Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Patti Labelle, and Whitney Houston. With an emphasis on clarion vocals and a positive, empowering message, “Until This Is Over” by V'Ronica has a little something for every citizen of the world.

Asked to describe the overall theme of “Until This Is Over,” V'Ronica says that she was inspired to write “Until This Is Over” by the “world pandemic and all the struggles I see with people dying from COVID-19 and the fight for justice and equality.”

“I wanted to send out a message of hope, healing, peace and unity,” writes V'Ronica. “We can rise if we stand as one! Until this is over — the pandemic and the fight for justice and equality — we need to pray! Prayer goes where we can’t. It still works.”

Music aside, V'Ronica is also known as Dr. Veronica A. Johnson, the author of When Hallelujah Hurts (link provided below).

In addition to her music, V'Ronica is also an ordained minister originally from Decatur, Alabama and the author of When Hallelujah Hurts. She has performed and ministered throughout the USA in the the east (Maryland, Virginia), the west (Nevada, California) and the south (Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee), as well as in both East and West Africa (Nigeria, Kenya) where a pastor gave her an African name: Onyinyechi, or, “God's Gift.”

“I want to dedicate this song to the world during this pandemic and current events. Let the music speak to bring healing and hope! Special thanks to my beloved husband for his support and my son who composed and produced this song. Thank you, family, for your love and support, but most importantly, thank you to my Heavenly Father for giving me this gift to share with the world.”

“Until This Is Over” by V'Ronica on the Prodigee Records label is available from quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, country, gospel, and modern soul music fans.

– S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Until This Is Over” by V'Ronica —

https://www.amazon.com/Until-This-is-Over-Single/dp/B08JSD4FDG

Official Music Video —

https://youtu.be/RyBanOHzJEc

Official Website —

www.vronica.net

Instagram, Twitter and Facebook —

@Vronicasmusic

 

La Beat Cantina releases new album 'No Me Vuelvo a Enamorar'

The Mexican rock 'n' roll crew known as La Beat Cantina have released their latest official album, “No Me Vuelvo a Enamorar.” It contains 12 original La Beat Cantina tracks for an approximate total listening time of half an hour. It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry. Jumping, crackling, and overflowing with that classic 1950s ritmo Latino, “No Me Vuelvo a Enamorar” introduces La Beat Cantina as one of the most intriguing rock 'n' roll artists in recent memory.

Tijuana, Mexico's La Beat Cantina cites as main artistic influences Howlin’ Wolf, Tom Waits, Nick Cave, Leonard Cohen, Jose Jose, Camilo Sesto, Robert Johnson, Rocio Durcal, the Cramps, and “everything with a soul.” With an emphasis on bright, vibrant guitar work in that unmistakeable Fender sound and the inimitable rock 'n' roll spirit of the Mexican West, “No Me Vuelvo a Enamorar” by La Beat Cantina has a little something for every fan of the original rock sound.

Asked to describe the overall theme of “No Me Vuelvo a Enamorar,” La Beat Cantina writes, “The fire that fuels La Beat Cantina’s songs is heartache. It is a variety of musical influences that go into the making of this record, ranging from rock n’ roll, surf to gypsy jazz and Latin rhythm.”

Other cited inspirations include Norteño, Bolero, jump blues, and oldies singles.

The band's current official bio describes La Beat Cantina as started in 2016, saying:

“Our lyrics are brewed on heartache, deception and love. The songs are written by Oscar Vargas and developed at HexRex Studios by Hector 'Hecky' Verdugo. La Beat Cantina has played in a variety of cities like San Diego, Los Angeles, Tijuana, Mexicali, Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Mexico city among others, as well as in multiple venues and festivales. 'No Me Vuelvo a Enamorar' is the second album of La Beat Cantina and translates to 'I Will Never Fall In Love Again' in reference to every song that has been written with a broken heart.”

“No Me Vuelvo a Enamorar” by La Beat Cantina is available from quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, rock 'n' roll fans.

– S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“No Me Vuelvo a Enamorar” by La Beat Cantina –

https://www.amazon.com/No-Me-Vuelvo-a-Enamorar/dp/B08KS3S1Q8/

Hannibal releases new single 'Go Learn'

The songwriter and producer of rap and hip-hop music known as Hannibal has released his latest official single, “Go Learn.” It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the Dita Boy Ent. record label. Bursting with bass, popping with groove, and with plenty of Floridian swagger, “Go Learn” introduces Hannibal as one of the most intriguing artists of the year so far.

DeLand, FL's Hannibal cites as main artistic influences MC Hammer, Tupac Shakur, Bone Thugs -n- Harmony, DMX, 3-6Mafia, Trick Daddy, and T. I. With an in-your-face message of social commentary and personal responsibility, “Go Learn” by Hannibal has a little something for every fan of the modern urban sound.

Asked to describe the overall theme of “Go Learn,” Hannibal writes, “My listeners can expect good music that you just don’t throw away, the music you keep, the music you love to hear, music you want and need to hear no matter the problem or occasion.”

Dita Boy Ent. describes Hannibal as having grown up loving '80s and '90s pop, R&B and soul-music artists, both male and female.

“I fell in love with music since I can remember: Mom n Grandma playing a lot of soul music back in my day, and I used to picture myself singing or just doing something with music one day. But growing up writing and recording my music, I knew it was time.”

“Go Learn” by Hannibal on the Dita Boy Ent. label is available from quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, rap and hip-hop music fans.

– S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Go Learn” by Hannibal —

https://www.amazon.com/Go-Learn-Explicit-Hannibal/dp/B08L4HRKSD/

Instagram —

@Dareal_Hannibal; @Ditaboyent 

Jae R Love releases new single 'Jumping for Jesus'

The songwriter and producer of trap gospel music known as Jae R Love has released his latest official single, “Jumping for Jesus.” It has been proudly published as an independent release without the involvement of the corporate music industry on the New Direction Entertainment record label. Engaging, surprising, and far more fun than the bulk of gospel releases in 2020, “Jumping for Jesus” introduces Jae R Love as an emissary of both Jesus Christ and his own, new, trap-gospel sound.

Long Beach, Calif.'s Jae R Love cites as main artistic influences Nas, Future, and Miles Davis. With an emphasis on and an inspirational message founded on the teachings of Jesus Christ, “Jumping for Jesus” by Jae R Love has a little something for everybody.

Talking about the themes of “Jumping for Jesus,” Jae R Love writes, “No matter what happens in your life, keep your faith in God. Your destiny has already been written by God, Himself. He is all-knowing and everlasting and His love carries the generations. If we believe in Him, ask for forgiveness for our many sins, and ask Him into our hearts, we will live a long, everlasting life through Him, and our spirits will live on.”

New Direction Entertainment describes Jae R Love as born in Compton and raised in the LBC. He writes of his spiritual background that he was “taught the Bible at a young age by my parents and my Temple Baptist Church family. I was a youth leader there for several years until I moved to Arizona to go to college. I learned one day that rapping was a gift I never knew I had.”

Jae R Love trained by collaborating and competing with a close circle of friends. After imitating favorite legends of the mic during freestyle sessions for some time, Love figured himself ready for more.

“I felt it was good enough to share with the world,” Jae R Love writes. “So I decided to change the message I wanted to get across. I’m trying to create a new category of music. I call it ‘trap gospel.’ Enjoy.”

COVID put the brakes on live shows in 2020, but Love’s still delivering his message:

“There is always a LIGHT to be found in this life. Get up, Go for it, and keep searching for it until you reach the destination(s) meant for you. Keep your faith and acknowledge that there is a higher power. We can tap into that power by just loving one another and by becoming a living example of a child of God. Walk your purpose by walking the right way. We all know deeply in our hearts what that really means.”

“Jumping for Jesus” by Jae R Love on the New Direction Entertainment label is available from quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get in early, trap-gospel fans.

– S. McCauley

Lead Press Release Writer

www.Octiive.com

“Jumping for Jesus” by Jae R Love –

https://www.amazon.com/Jumping-for-Jesus/dp/B08JC81DQW/

Official Instagram, Twitter, TikTok –

@JaeRLove1

Facebook, YouTube —

@JaeRLove