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Cousin Stizz- Trying To Find My Next Thrill (Track-by-Track Album Review)
Cousin Stizz- Trying To Find My Next Thrill (Track-by-Track Album R...
The story of Cousin Stizz is a familiar one to the city of Boston. Inspired by the communal energy of the city’s vibrant hip-hop scene…
Eric Bernsen
Aug 16, 2019
STL GLD- The New Normal (Album)
STL GLD- The New Normal (Album)
STL GLD have always played by their own rules. Many years of building a strong local fan-base and network have ingrained Moe Pope and The…
Eric Bernsen
Apr 11, 2019
A Roll Out In Bloom: Why Lord Felix Should Have Your Attention
A Roll Out In Bloom: Why Lord Felix Should Have Your Attention
Countless young artists want to be pointed in the right direction when it comes to rolling out their music. Many are influenced by the…
Eric Bernsen
Feb 15, 2019
Jefe Replay Takes A Different Road On Long Awaited Album ‘Proper Finessments’
Jefe Replay Takes A Different Road On Long Awaited Album ‘Proper Fi...
There are so many factors that go into releasing a body of work. From major label stars to rising indie acts, artists frequently…
Eric Bernsen
Feb 14, 2019
Luke Bar$ and Jiles Deliver Duality On Collaborative EP ‘2 Sides’
Luke Bar$ and Jiles Deliver Duality On Collaborative EP ‘2 Sides’
It’s no secret anymore. Everyone paying attention to the Massachusetts hip-hop scene should be aware of what’s brewing in Brockton as…
Eric Bernsen
Feb 7, 2019
What Artists Can Learn From The Patriots Dynasty and Their ‘Underdog’ Mentality
What Artists Can Learn From The Patriots Dynasty and Their ‘Underdo...
Let’s face it, hating the New England Patriots is the norm across the country. In fact, the NFL as a whole deserves the backlash its…
Eric Bernsen
Feb 3, 2019
Shining A Light On Nightworks: An Interview With Rah Zen On Pushing Boston’s Beat Community Forward
Shining A Light On Nightworks: An Interview With Rah Zen On Pushing...
Massive streaming numbers of ‘chill beats’ playlists are catching the attention of mainstream hip-hop culture. But let’s stop acting like…
Eric Bernsen
Dec 7, 2018
Show Preview: The Pull Up Returns To Stand Out From The Pack
Show Preview: The Pull Up Returns To Stand Out From The Pack
Running any type of reoccurring hip-hop event in Boston takes several qualities. Organizational precision, strong branding and the…
Eric Bernsen
Sep 26, 2018
Show Preview: Fresh Out The Mint Presents HighKeyRandom, CameFromEAST, Patrick Michel, Froze.40
Show Preview: Fresh Out The Mint Presents HighKeyRandom, CameFromEA...
We knew the Fresh Out The Mint crew wasn’t going to let summer go by without throwing another show highlighting hometown talent. Due to…
Eric Bernsen
Aug 9, 2018
Homemade: Justin Clancy Overcomes Roadblocks and Finds His Way On Triumphant Debut Album ‘The Color…
Homemade: Justin Clancy Overcomes Roadblocks and Finds His Way On T...
Every artist hits roadblocks and faces obstacles at some point in their journey. For some it’s a fork in the road involving an identity…
Eric Bernsen
Jul 13, 2018
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