Playdough, while also the name of the popular childrens toy, is a force to be reckoned with. The man already has the following of artist almost twice his age, He’s also gained respect from many of his peers including POD, Method man and Red man, Mos Def, and Linkin Park. The video is a perfect example of his eclectic...
Keana
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When I hear of a child star I usually think of an old TV show with some snot nosed brat kid pretending to be adorable. But not this time around. Keana, at age 12, got her start in the all girl group The G-Girls. Upon their break up she partnered up with her producer, went solo, and has been rocking her career ever since. Now...
Mellow Bravo
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What’s the first thing you think of when you hear someone mention the city of Boston? Irish pubs? Funny accents? The Boon Dock Saints? All of which are good answers, but from now on you’ll think of Mellow Braco when you hear of the great city of Boston. This Boston MA based group is bringing back the edge that rock...
Raw a.k.a. Spaceman
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Rappers. There are a million of them all trying to be the next lil’ Wayne, or Tupac, or some other famous rap artist. Raw a.k.a. Spaceman has no intention of attempting to try and imitate another artist, he’s blazing a path all his own. Doing all the aspects of writing, producing, and recording all himself,...
J-Lie
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Bringing together influences from far apart places can sometimes be a rather discouraging thing to attempt, but this time around someone pulled it off. J-lie, residing part time in both Atlanta Georgia and Las Angeles, brings together elements of the laid back dirty south hip hop with the wit and lyrical sophistication of an LA...
Misery
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Sometimes complicating things can really ruin a good thing. Misery must’ve heard this gripe because in their latest video for their single “Gone Tomorrow” they’re keeping it old school. This Long Island New York based group keeps the classic blend of metal and hardcore, rising above the mediocrity of...
Qwiet
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We’ve all seen the stereotypes of positive message hip-hop: usually just a watered down half-baked form of the original. But that’s not the case here. Qwiet’s coming out the woodwork and taking on the test of refreshing a very stigmatized genre/concept, and he’s doing a great job. The video for his...
Michael Butera
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Every day there are thousands of new singers and pop writers who pop up. But very rarely is there a a serious talent among them. Australian born Michael Butera is that talent, and he’s going to hit the states like a storm. His latest single “Not Over Yet” is a hope filled anthem that inspires others to...
Legacy of Disorder
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Music spans through all cultures. From africa, to england, to japan, and all the way back to the states. While there are stylistic difference between them, they all still have a musical nature to them. You know what else spans across continents? METAL. Proving that is New Zealand based metal group Legacy Of Disorder. Their...
Driftwood Fire
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Regardless of what consists of your ipod, whether it be metal, rock, rap, hip hop, new-age-chill-hipster-dub-wave, or whatever it is you listen to there’s always just a little bit of room open for some folk. And if you’re still looking for that little something, You’ve found it here in Driftwood Fire. Their...
MARTIKA
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Latin American singer, songwriter, actress, MARTIKA had her start in the eighties with her hit single “Toy Solders” which stayed number 1 on the charts for months. Since then she’s shown no sign of slowing down, selling over five million records world wide in the eighties and nineties. She plans on making yet...
Avion Roe
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Hailing from Dallas Texas, Avion Roe is continuing the tradition of the alternative/emo scene. If you’re a fan of Taking Back Sunday, Saosin, and Brand New, then you’ll be in love with Avion Roe. The video, “Who I Am,” is an interesting play on a man bordering on the line of insanity. It keeps you in...
Paul Baloche
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Contemporary christian soft rock at it’s very best. Hailing from Lindale Texas, Paul Baloche is no stranger to the music scene. With 25 years of experience, He’s been running in the marathon of Christian Rock for longer than some of his listeners have been alive. With an avid message of hope, the video is a neat...
Hollywood Holly
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Songwriter isn’t normally something you think of when you hear the works “Gospel Artist,” but that’s precisely what makes Hollywood Holly so unique. Coming out of Virginia Beach, Hollywood Holly has been changing the face of contemporary Gospel with his interesting mix of hip hop and gospel songwriting....
Black Oxygen
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If you’ve been thinking to yourself that there’s been a distinct lack in straight up rock, then you’re certainly not alone. In an ocean of pseudo wannabe rock bands, Black oxygen is here to lay down the law of rock and roll once more. The video for their single “Take it to the Limit” is the...
JMSN
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If you want to very refreshing taste of art in your daily regimen of average pop music then you’ve come to a great spot. JMSN’s video “Jameson” is a cinematic masterpiece in every sense of the term. The entire video is shot in highly-contrasty black and white, giving it all the beautiful shades of gray...
Gregory Porter
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Gregory Porter is the latest hot new voice coming out of the smooth jazz scene. While Mr. Porter has been around for several years now, his latest video “Be Good (Lion’s Song)” has been launching him into the mainstream. The video is a modern analogy of a man who falls for a woman and attempts to bend over...
Kid Savant
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Indie rockers rejoice, Kid Savant has arrived. This Brooklyn based Indie rock group has been stirring some buzz and it’s no surprise. The video for their tune “Drop It on the Stereo” has an artistic and fun concept of being shot almost entirely in slow motion. A man leaves his apartment in search for some...
Burd & Keyz
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In a sea of rappers and hip hop producers who simply attempt to imitate the styles of already heavy hitting artists Burd and Keyz bring it to a whole new level. Their new video for “Faithful” exemplifies the oldschool sound of vinyl records with a modern spin. With lyrics that emphasize being faithful to ones...
Kady Z
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Welcome to the latest pop sensation that will inevitably sweep the nation! If you’re a fan of Katy Perry, Pink, and Lady Gaga then Kady Z is your new lady. A wonderful blend of heartfelt vocal style and dancy pop music, Kady Z brings a whole new style to the table as the young new star. Check out her official website...


