Hey Kids,
Got a new treat for you today, it’s free too. This new mixtape, “Unannounced”, is by J-Rich & PC hosted by DJ KTONE. J-Rich & PC blend like a mixed drink on this tape, perfect. This is a new sound coming out of Colorado, I recommend jumping out on this train early. My personal favorites are ‘Boxers’ and ‘Shelby’. Free download found at: CLICK HERE
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I really don’t know how to describe Polica‘s music. This Minnesota alternative band is real hot, has huge breakout potential among the indie/hipster crowd and I’m seriously disappointed in myself for not seeing them live last night at Bootleg Theater in LA.
Shout out to @JDBabbit27 for sending me Polica‘s stuff and shout out to @BoomD for posting,”Amongster” in his latest Supergoodmusic Concert Blast.
Polica began as a collaborative effort between Channy Casselle and Ryan Olson, of Roma di Luna (Channy) and Gayngs (both) fame, back in June 2010. By July the pair had already finished 11 songs and sought out drummers Ben Ivascu and Drew Christopherson (yes, that’s right, two kits for double the awesomeness) to complete the project.
Recently, the band released their debut album, “Give You the Ghost” (iTunes). I haven’t listened to the whole project yet but from what I heard, they have this almost dreamy hipster R&B sound that reminds me of “Wildfire” but more on the hipster pop side and more subtle.
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This is a must-download electronic R&B project from up-and-comer Bombs and Bottles. Download “The Heist” EP from Bombs and Bottles facebook.
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As promised here is my latest DJ Mix “The Baby Maker” just in time for Valentine’s Day. It’s a tongue in cheek alternative R&B (think the dream, drake, andre 3k, the weeknd, frank ocean, etc.) slower type of mix made for… well BABY MAKING! haha. It’s a no brainer and was a really nice change of pace to mix up some slower jams that I actually listen to and vibe to on my own time when i’m not trying to make the next club banger.
Click more to listen to DLake‘s exclusive Valentine’s Day mixtape.
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Shout out to @RealFreddyMack for directing me to Rome Castille. This dude sounds like a young Drake but with better R&B vocals. Don’t believe me, listen to these tracks from Rome below. You’ll thank me later.
Like what you hear? Follow Rome Castille on facebook and twitter.
We are proud to present our 5th edition of Best You’ve Never Heard, which features 18 songs from up-and-coming artists in a variety of genres that we love. We set stricter guidelines this time in choosing emerging musical talents, only selecting artists who, as of December 28 2011, have less than 5,000 facebook fans. We also made sure to select artists that very little to none of our friends liked and knew about, to further strengthen the idea that these 18 tracks are the Best You’ve Never Heard.
Without further ado, DOWNLOAD Best You’ve Never Heard 5 (Alternate DOWNLOAD). Stream the 18 track playlist/mix below.
Click more for the full tracklisting, including links to previous features on the artists featured on Best You’ve Never Heard 5. Shout out to Hunter Reece for the cover art!
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EQ is a rapper from Richmond, Virginia who is bringing back real hip-hop. From his facebook page:
While his flow is definitely heavily influenced by New York rappers and the modern lyrical underground, the mix of singing transitions between verses and evidence he’s provided showing he’s no novice at R&B gives EQ a unique edge that separates him from artists in the vicinity of his style.
Here’s his latest song, “Somebody Told Me”, which has a smooth R&B hook with solidly dope hip-hop flow over what sounds like an old school beat flipped into something new.
DOWNLOAD “Somebody Told Me”
Watch the official music video to “Somebody Told Me” below.
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The Weeknd released a new mixtape recently. The Weeknd is the R&B artist Drake is always shouting out when he says “OVOXO.” If you haven’t jumped on the bandwagon yet, it’s not too late. One of the hottest up and coming acts around. Every track is filled with fantastic vocals and amazing production to back it.
You can download the new mixtape, Echoes In Silence, here!
Stream it below.
The Weeknd – Echoes of Silence
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Studio-AZ is a contributing writer for Before The Bigs.
I’m usually not into R&B that much but when you got white-boy soul like Mayer Hawthorne with a smooth buttery sound, I can dig it. I especially enjoy Mayer Hawthorne sophomore album, How Do You Do, because I heard many of the songs live when I saw him perform a couple weeks back.
The album is a must-download. Here’s my five favorites off How Do You Do (iTunes).
DOWNLOAD Mayer Hawthorne – A Long Time
DOWNLOAD Mayer Hawthorne – Dreaming
DOWNLOAD Mayer Hawthorne – Stick Around
DOWNLOAD Mayer Hawthorne – You Called Me
DOWNLOAD Mayer Hawthorne – No Strings (Produced by Classixx)
Previous: Mayer Hawthorne & Empire of the Sun live at Club Nokia
I’m sorry Frank Ocean, Sid Sriram is better. After spending an entire afternoon listening to all 41 of his YouTube videos, I am convinced he’s the best vocalist out there right now; not only making originals but covering other artists songs. I fall in love with anything he touches.
Check out the video for “2 AM Prayer” after the jump, and look for the free download in the description.
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