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Official music video for B Wise's new single 'The Code featuring Anfa Rose' co-staring Manu Crook$ & Ay Huncho. The Code is from B Wise's debut album 'Area Famous', released this Friday 14 September. Pre-order here: http://elefanttraks.lnk.to/AreaFamous TOUR: Catch B Wise + special guests on his Australian 'Area Famous' tour - http://www.ugottabwise.com/tour/ The Code is produced, mixed & mastered by DOPAM!NE.

How epic is this B Wise music video for 'The Code'? (feat. Anfa Rose)

September 24, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Hip-Hop, Rap

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Rising Australian hip-hop artist B Wise, released their debut album ‘Area Famous’ recently and we had the pleasure of checking it out… spoiler alert, it’s absolutely brilliant.

After have already toured all of Australia with popular well-known artists such as, Schoolboy Q, G-Eazy, Freddie Gibbs and Yelawolf.. the release of the artist’s debut album is naturally a giant step forward.

In his first visual for his collab with Anfa Rose, ‘The Code’, the release breaks down the artist’s impressive lyrical skill and jaw-dropping visual direction B Wise is bringing to the table.

Regardless of your hip-hop style of choice, ‘The Code’ is guaranteed to hype up your day due to it’s high octane production and exhilarating vocal style that’s both catchy and relatable.

‘The Code’ is a great break from the sounds of auto-tune and cloud rappers and it’s great to see and hear a fresh sound coming out of Sydney.

Go ahead and check out some of B Wise’s most recent work on Spotify and don’t forget to subscribe. Enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"Exploring the concepts of unspoken honour codes and standing firm in the face of any challenge, we created a narrative that detailed a loyalty through thick and thin. The desolate landscape throughout the clip represents this, showing that even when you are left with nothing, you still have your day ones" 

— B WISE

CONNECT WITH B WISE:

Instagram / Twitter

September 24, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Hip-Hop, Rap
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Watch Tokyo/LA collective CIRRRCLE's latest video for new song 'Foreign Tingz'

September 21, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Hip-Hop, R&B, Electronic

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Tokyo/LA artist collective CIRRRCLE dropped another gem last week for their new song ‘Foreign Tingz’ and it’s absolutely amazing.

Now, if you don’t know already, we’re huge fans of the group (we’ve covered probably all of their releases within the last year). Reason why? They have an incredible style that really sticks out to us.

On top of that, CIRRRCLE has without a doubt delivered some of our favorite visuals to date. Their creative, their fun, and their hands down exciting. So, if you’re looking for something unique, you’ve come to the right place. Kick back and enjoy the vibes and don’t forget to subscribe!

Song link: https://fanlink.to/fast_car

CONNECT WITH CIRRRCLE:

Instagram / Twitter

September 21, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Hip-Hop, R&B, Electronic
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Stream: FUNERAL http://hyperurl.co/realnamejamesfuneral Directed by: ZOMO Visuals zomovisuals.tv IG:@zomovisuals Twitter: @zomovisuals Makeup: Stephanie Fernandez IG: @sf_princess Prod by: Lucid Soundz

realnamejames debuts brand new music video for 'Funeral'—Listen here!

September 21, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Conscious Rap, Hip-Hop, Rap

ANNOUNCEMENT:

Inspired by the sounds of DIY legends before him Tyler The Creator, Mac Miller, Kendrick Lamar and Logic. realnamejames crafts music that tells a story—without sacrificing the listening experience. Working independently out of Rialto, CA.. a small town east of Los Angeles, his Debut mixtape SUPER + REGULAR weaves a tale of his struggles with anxiety, paranoia, depression, and the constant demand for perfection; against a backdrop of booming trap instrumentals and catchy choruses. The second 2nd lead single ‘Funeral’ serves as the intro. An instant head-nod inducing track that unleashes a flurry of punchlines and double time bars on the albums antagonist.

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Oh boy are we excited about this next release. Hip-hop artist realnamejames has become a beloved artist around the Gems & Secrets platform. The artist’s lyrical ability proves to be unmatched by his competitors, delivering an awe-inspiring experience with anything the artist touches.

Based in Rialto, CA. The up-and-coming artist released his best work yet this morning, titled ‘Funeral’, the new track highlights the artist’s deep lyrical skillset and overall creative direction—if you’re looking for something to get you hyped up, you’ve come to the right place. Don’t forget to connect with the artist to stay up to date on realnamejames upcoming debut mixtape ‘Super + Regular’ coming this winter! Enjoy.

Stream: HERE

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"When i was writing I wanted an intro that knocked right off the bat. I knew when I left the studio that day Funeral was the one. I felt it was important to set a precedent and go wild with it. Looking back at it, this was the song that sort of set the tempo for the remainder of the project. Its what gave me that momentum and I felt good getting back to doing what I love." 

—realnamejames

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Twitter / Instagram / Spotify

September 21, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Conscious Rap, Hip-Hop, Rap
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Listen to Hamond's 'Space For You' (feat. Eden Michael)

September 20, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Hip-Hop, Pop

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

We really love this new track from Hamond and Eden Michael. If you’re a fan of melodic pop-style and catchy hip-hop production, ‘Space For You’ is right up your alley. Sultry-like vocals with dark undertones throughout the track places this in our top 10 favorite releases from this month. If you’re looking for something to kick back or drive around to, you’re going to love this.

We reached out to the artist to hopefully grab some more information but didn’t have any luck. We encourage you to reach out and connect with the artist yourself to stay up to date on what’s happening next. Let us know what you think and enjoy!

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Instagram

September 20, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Hip-Hop, Pop
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Damn, it feels good to be an immigrant. Stream "Big Fax" everywhere: https://fanlink.to/bigfax Anik Khan: https://www.instagram.com/anikkhan_/ http://twitter.com/anikkhan_ https://www.facebook.com/AnikKhanMusic/ https://soundcloud.com/anikkhanmusic/ Produced by: MEMBA Mixing & Mastering: MEMBA Presented by: Bira91(https://www.bira91.com) Label: SAAVN & ARTIST ORIGINALS (https://www.saavn.com) Director: Jordan Riggs Producer: Greg Costanzo 1st AD: DeShaun Wright Set PA: Jon Papageorge Set PA: Kelley Lord Dir.

Anik Khan delivers insane video for hip-hop anthem 'Big Fax'

September 08, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Hip-Hop, Rap

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Anik Khan is the latest hip-hop artist to land on our radar. His latest music video now climbing close to 50,000 streams and counting—'Big Fax' is the rap-ego anthem for any talented hustler.

More focused on delivering epic visuals and squashing his competition, Anik Khan is a master of writing hits and a master of curating hype and energy. In his new video, the rapper boasts his achievements in a cool and collected way. 

If you dig the artists work, be sure to connect with him online to stay up to date on what's happening next. Enjoy!

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Twitter / Facebook / Instagram

September 08, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Hip-Hop, Rap
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Subscribe for exclusive Me Nd Adam footage: smarturl.it/MeNdAdamYouTube Official Site: smarturl.it/MeNdAdamWebsite Spotify: smarturl.it/MeNdAdamSpotify Instagram: smarturl.it/MeNdAdamInstagram Twitter: smarturl.it/MeNdAdamTwitter Facebook: smarturl.it/MeNdAdamFacebook Soundcloud: smarturl.it/MeNdAdamSC Merch: smarturl.it/MeNdAdamStore

Listen to Me Nd Adam's latest 'G Line' here

September 08, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Cloud Rap, Hip-Hop

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Me Nd Adam have been strong supporters of the blog for sometime now. More recently, we had the pleasure of reviewing their latest 'G Line' and to be honest we really enjoy it. The downtempo atmosphere is fueled by slow-driven drums and a vocal performance that feels emotional and heartfelt. Listening to the track, you almost wanna kick back and close your eyes. 

'G Line' marks the 3rd installment of their weekly 'Friday Friday' series. If you dig this, check out some of the other material they have online and don't forget to subscribe. Enjoy!

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Subscribe for exclusive Me Nd Adam footage:
smarturl.it/MeNdAdamYouTube

Official Site: smarturl.it/MeNdAdamWebsite
Spotify: smarturl.it/MeNdAdamSpotify
Instagram: smarturl.it/MeNdAdamInstagram
Twitter: smarturl.it/MeNdAdamTwitter
Facebook: smarturl.it/MeNdAdamFacebook
Soundcloud: smarturl.it/MeNdAdamSC
Merch: smarturl.it/MeNdAdamStore

September 08, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Cloud Rap, Hip-Hop
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the third volume of the cult 'Saint Thug' series

ANGELZ releases new house track 'Letter After F' — [FULL EP INCLUDED]

September 06, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Electronic, EDM, Experimental, Hip-Hop, House, Rap

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

ANGELZ is an all-time favorite around the Gems & Secrets platform. Known for his outrageous production style, eccentric sound design, and phenomenal technique—the house producer has dropped hip-hop mixtapes featuring rappers such as Moeazy, Menlink, and SeySey to rapid-fire releases of some of the most forward thinking house music to date.

Listen to 'ZZ' here

From G-House to Tech, to Hip-Hop to Rap, to whatever the fuck else, ANGELZ is a beast of a producer and there's no rule he's not willing to break in the name of unique and outrageous production. No matter the style, ANGELZ brings the heat.

His latest project (released literally just hours ago) is the perfect example of just that. 'Saint Thug: Numero III'  is an action-packed 5-track EP that exercises and highlights some of ANGELZ progressive and forward-thinking production style. Some notable features on the project worth mentioning; Nate Jetson, Yury, Mids, & D'Aaron Anthony. 

If you're looking for something unique or if you're looking for the next big thing, ANGELZ has something for everyone. Don't forget to connect with the artist online to stay up to date on what's happening next. Enjoy!

CONNECT WITH ANGELZ:

Soundcloud | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

September 06, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Electronic, EDM, Experimental, Hip-Hop, House, Rap
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Action, a song by Sammy Adams on Spotify

Sammy Adams shares catchy new single 'Action' — Stream it here

August 26, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Hip-Hop, Conscious Rap, Rap, Pop

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Sammy Adams makes his big return with his new single 'Action', available now on all major streaming platforms.

We love the carefree energy in Sammy's lyrics and throughout the instrumental. While Sammy is no stranger to delivering catchy hooks or hip-hop classics, the recording artist has the stats to back it up—garnering nearly 800,000 fans across his social media platforms since getting his big break back in 2012.

The hip-hop artist has gone off to work with some of the most well known and respected influencers in the industry. Artists such as Pharrell Williams, Ryan Tedder, Enrique Iglesias, Mike Posner, and Afrojack just to name a handful. 

With now over tens of millions of streams from his previous releases, 'Action' is the sound we've all come to love over the years. Feel free to share this with your friends and don't forget to subscribe to Sammy online to stay up to date on what's happening next. Enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"Action is an adventure. It brings me back to the early stages of my life, being a troublemaker, chasing crushes, and finding my own way in the world. It’s about chasing what you want (not just the girl you want), and being fearless regardless of the outcome. Take risks, fall in love, take L’s, learn from your mistakes. If you ain’t living, you're dying." - Sammy Adams

CONNECT WITH SAMMY ADAMS:

http://www.sammyadamsmusic.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/samadamslive/ 

https://www.instagram.com/sammyadams 

https://soundcloud.com/samadamslive 

https://twitter.com/SammyAdams

August 26, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Hip-Hop, Conscious Rap, Rap, Pop
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Forgiveness, a song by Cassette Tapes on Spotify

Listen to Cassette Tapes lead single off their upcoming debut EP "Side A"

August 21, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Hip-Hop, Indie Pop, Electronic

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Cassette Tapes is prepping for their best year yet with the release of their brand new single from their upcoming EP 'Side A'. Due sometime in September, the San Francisco based duo has become a favorite around the Gems & Secrets platform since making their debut on our site back in January.

They've come a long way and we've loved every moment of it. With the anticipation for their debut EP on the rise, we can't wait to see what the duo has in stored for us next. 

If you're a fan of indie-pop, hip-hop, or if you're simply looking for something with some uplifting/positive energy, Cassette Tapes will remind you on what great music actually sounds like. Don't forget to connect with the artists online so you can stay up to date on any future releases and enjoy! 

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Instagram | Twitter

August 21, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Hip-Hop, Indie Pop, Electronic
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Dive into Rhodymajor's Travis Scott x Drake remix 'Sicko Mode'

August 15, 2018 by Gems Secrets in R&B, Remix, Trap, Hip-Hop

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Rhodymajor is a producer/engineer based out of Boston, MA who has been making traction online with his hip-hop/R&B influenced remixes. With a background in music theory and a skilled guitarist/pianist, Rhodymajor takes a different approach to his remixes, trying to imagine the original track in a completely different light & melody.

Aside from remixing originals, he has also been working on original material with artists such as Michael Christmas, Sir Michael Rocks, Ebhoni, & Rockie Fresh.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

CONNECT WITH RHODYMAJOR:

Soundcloud | Audiomack | Twitter | Facebook

August 15, 2018 /Gems Secrets
R&B, Remix, Trap, Hip-Hop
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Listen to Noah & Shagabond's new single 'Arouse' here

August 14, 2018 by Gems Secrets in R&B, Hip-Hop

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Well, here's the sad news—we were totally late in covering Noah's and Shagabond's latest release 'Arouse' but nonetheless, the beauty of great music is that it never expires. Released just last week, the new track is a moody slow jam with R&B styled drums and a sensual-like vocal performance that'll surely "arouse" your interests. 

Buy link: https://NoahxShagabond.lnk.to/Arouse

We love the writing style from Noah and Shagabond's production style elevates the energy of the track in such a special and unique way. If you're a fan of the likes of Bryson Tiller, Miguel, or if you're simply just looking for a record to chill out and relax to, you found it. 

WHAT THE PRODUCER HAS TO SAY:

“We decided to meet up in Toronto for some studio time last September. I had a bunch of beats I had been working on over the summer that I was really excited to show Noah, but only one really stood out at the time. During an overnight session at a low-key studio in Toronto’s East end, we basically hashed out the entire track's production, but couldn't get the lyrics down."

— Shagabond

CONNECT WITH THE ARTISTS:

CONNECT WITH NOAH:

https://www.facebook.com/soundsbynoah
https://twitter.com/soundsbynoah
https://www.instagram.com/soundsbynoah
https://open.spotify.com/artist/021wqpA4geq0mtJlARXjon
https://soundcloud.com/soundsbynoah

CONNECT WITH SHAGABOND:

https://soundcloud.com/shagabond
https://www.instagram.com/shagabond_
https://twitter.com/shagabond
https://www.facebook.com/shagabond
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Wjyo1J1HR7HlT2bUTZ82T

August 14, 2018 /Gems Secrets
R&B, Hip-Hop
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What U Need, a song by IKON, Kali Skrap on Spotify

Jumpstart your day with IKON's new future-pop single 'What U Need'

August 08, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Hip-Hop, Pop

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

We can't seem to get IKON's latest future-pop single 'What U Need' out of our head. The catchy new song is the perfect pick me up to any mood, guaranteed. The catchy vocal production mixed with simple but catchy vocal sample chops and a production style that's beautifully simplistic, you can't help but fall more and more in love after every listen. 

DJ/Producer IKON teamed up with Chicago based rapper Kali Skrap to deliver this radio hit. IKON's last release 'HXTBXX' dropped last month and already accumulated over 130K+ streams on Spotify. It looks like IKON is gearing up to secure his summer anthem takeover with 'What U Need' and we can't wait to hear more. Don't forget to connect with IKON online to stay up to date on any future releases and enjoy! 

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Instagram

August 08, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Hip-Hop, Pop
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