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Nikki Taylor Vibe has already accomplished more than most people do in a lifetime. She started writing songs at a young age and has written, performed on, and co-produced multiple collaborative albums, across several genres. She has worked with numerous well-known artists and legendary producers including J. Oliver (Fresh Ayr), Southside, Wheezy, Rikanatti, and has landed several placements with established music labels. Her hard work and dedication have paid off, and she is now one of the more sought-after songwriters in the music industry. With her unparalleled talent and creative vision, she is destined to become a household name. Her EP, “Siren”, delivered raw emotions that genuinely resonate with listeners. The project touched on deep issues such as mental health, addiction, depression, and anxiety, as well as empowerment and self-love. Nikki has been praised for her vulnerability and openness in discussing personal topics, and many fans have credited her music for helping them through tough times. The EP has received rave reviews from critics, cementing the artist’s place as one of the most talented and impactful emerging stars in the industry today.  Nikki has written and co-produced her upcoming single “Fake Luv” alongside her brother. The pair have collaborated in the …

What I love most about working in music is getting to hear songs before they even hit the public-listening market. It’s a perk that I will never take for granted for the simple fact that you could very well be listening to a demo that will end up being a successful hit. What’s hardest though is keeping the previews a secret and today making it onto LL is an artist who I’ve been itching to share since the moment I heard the song that’s getting featured today. Joshoo is a Bay Area Native who just released one of the coolest songs you’ll hear all week. I’m a sucker for some colorful production that features various elements and his newest track, “Missing You” is exactly that. If you haven’t heard of Joshoo yet, that’s okay because I wasn’t completely familiar with him until recently, but tapping in with him has definitely been one of the best things that’s happened to me. The up and comer has created for a distinguishable sound that sets himself apart from the copious amount of artists who are trying to do the same thing. “Missing You” is a fun and upbeat song that doesn’t let up …

If you’re reading this, congratulations; You’ve made it to the second and final part of the Daniel Price Interview. On Tuesday, we left off chatting with Daniel about his upbringing and today, we dive back in to the conversation. Just a week ago, Daniel released his highly anticipated project called, “Peaking”, which has been met with nothing but positive reviews. A body of work this good though doesn’t just appear out of thin air, which is why for part two, we are going to uncover what makes Daniel the artist and musical mind that he is. The Daniel Price Interview Part two is now live, enjoy! — Sam: So tell me this…What do you make music for? In part one, we left off and you alluded to the importance of being able to share your perspective with others, but what do you truly make music for? Daniel: This recent music is more so storytelling, some of it is autobiographical, some of it features things that never happened, but it’s just a good story that I think people need to hear. Overall, just trying to implement what my mom implemented in me. Self belief…thinking for yourself and just not having any …

Even though it has been a couple of years since Internet Money dropped off their wildly successful debut album B4 The Storm which received raving reviews and turned out to be one of my favorite projects of 2020, the production powerhouse hasn’t seemed to take a break. Now, if you look at the timeline and realize that they haven’t dropped a project in a while, you might think otherwise, but they are the masterminds behind some of the industry’s greatest hits, and as they add more producers to their roster, they not only contribute to more records but also spread their versatility to so many different areas and genres. Sure, they have their regular collaborators like Lil Tecca, Trippie Redd, and Dro Kenji, but they are also known to keep a couple of tricks up their sleeves and will work with artists that I never really imagined they’d be in tune with when looking at the other musicians that they’ve produced for. After seeing the tracklist for their 6-track EP We All We Got that’s ready to be released on August 19th, my point is only further solidified because some regulars are included, but they also mix in surprise guests …

Less than 2% of aspiring Hip-Hop artists survive and make a successful career in rap. Rap music is the most desired career in entertainment. Music is always an extension of life — its longing, laughter, and sorrow. As in life, we move through several ups and downs, making a see-saw pattern; the same reflects in the chromatic pitching ranges of music. “The pitches and tempo of the song “Is It Real” immediately connect and relate to young and old alike. The song is a hot favorite in all our concerts. The rhythm and lyrics resonate with the pace and temperament of modern life,” says Martin Huu Nguyen. Martin Huu Nguyen doesn’t fail to amaze us once again with his ability to adapt to what may be a new summer anthem it seems. The theme song will be starring on the anticipated T.V. Show that he will be starring in at his hometown Minneapolis, Minnesota. He aired his upcoming melodic & electrifying song “Is It Real” on KRSM 98.9 FM last Thursday night with not only great reviews from the listeners but having the song give off a unique vibe and rhythm that makes anyone want to dance. Once again displaying …

Out of all the different parts of the country that are bringing various styles of music to life, I have to admit that the DMV is one of my favorite regions to tap in with. It’s one of the first places that I got into when I dove into the underground a handful of years ago, so it definitely has a place close to my heart, but I am always amazed that it seems like this is one of the most under the radar parts of the country in terms of recognition for the wonderful music that is oozing out of these states. Some of my favorite underground artists call this area home, but I am always on the hunt for talents I’m unfamiliar with, and when I heard raving reviews from friends and acquaintances alike about tophillfreddo, I quickly realized that I couldn’t waste another moment without tapping in with him. Although he has moved away from the DMV to the West Coast, he still maintains his own unique sound that is so addicting, and while I know there is still so much more for me to hear from Freddo, I know that his latest release “Angels” is a …

Every year, artists hailing from Chicago prove exactly why this is a city that belongs in the upper echelon of music, and this fact grows more abundantly obvious with every release that is put out. Whether a musician is world renown or locally recognized, there is never a shortage of creativity, effort, or innovation, and whether the rest of the country notices this or not, local fans are well aware of the goldmine that we are sitting on here in the Midwest.  Our goal here at Lyrical Lemonade has always been to shine a light on the remarkable sounds coming out of the city every single year, and even when we go in with certain expectations or presumptions, our minds are absolutely blown once we realize just how much dexterous and unique music was brought to life in the span of 12 short months. One thing that is inimitable within the local scene here is simply the sense of community because whether these talents are teaming up with one another or on entirely different levels of fame, everyone seems to show love to each other, ensuring their awareness of the eye-opening and head-turning styles that are being generated across the …

Few artists put out their first song and receive raving reviews mainly just because it usually takes someone new quite some time to practice and perfect their sound before they know exactly what strengths to play to and exploit, but for the rare individual or two, it just seems to be in their blood and come naturally to them. When I was put onto Zouli last week, the homie had nothing but great things to say about him and I knew I had to tap in with his music sooner rather than later. Considering he’s still extremely new to the world of music, I didn’t know what to expect, and after reading his Spotify bio, I definitely felt a lot more acquainted with him. Hailing from Montreal, one of the most under the radar yet talent-filled cities in the entire world, Zouli might only be 20 years old, but he has worked hard to ensure his sound is unique and new, not copying anyone even though he is influenced by talents like Juice WRLD, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, and others. Being overwhelmed by the success of his first release, he decided to take a bit of a break and …

HBO announced they would be releasing a six-part series profiling different iconic artists in multiple genres. Juice WRLD was one of these artists, and the major film company took advantage of some exceptional behind-the-scenes footage and exclusive interviews to portray the beloved artist in an intimate fashion. This trailer previews the episode, with brief clips giving viewers a glance at what’s to come. Emotion, pain and praise are common themes of the audio clips included, and if it’s any indication of what’s to come, a powerful documentary is coming with the December 16 release of Into the Abyss on HBO Max. Watch the trailer on YouTube below!

“Get Refreshed” is a weekly column by Billy Bugara covering all things digital in the music world. Refresh yourself here.  Cover by IllustratorFile Full Playlist (2021) Kai Whiston: Drayan! Conceptual undertakings in electronic music are a dime a dozen. Extraterrestrial motifs in electronic music are a dime a dozen. Abrasive instrumentals and distortion-tinged vocals in electronic music are… a dime a dozen. Drayan! – the latest mixtape from rising producer and performer Kai Whiston – holds all of these ideas as its main features, but its price is certainly not as easy to come upon. Throw any sense of commonality out of the window; all 9 of its tracks might as well be worth a million dollars each. What we have here is a project that, from a spectacle, is akin to a standard release in this genre. But someone as ferociously passionate and talented as Whiston is simply could not play into these standards without transcending them entirely. The Lux Cache founder took the magnificent photographic work of Janaina Tschäpe’s “After The Rain” and effectively gave it its own score — telling the story of a hybrid alien figure as they proceed through the trials and tribulations of their …