Don Ca$h – Billets

By 44faced on Aug 26, 2020 in Music - 0 Comments
Don Ca$h - Billets

Check out the promo video to Don Ca$h’s “Billets.”

Stream Don Ca$h “Billets” on YouTube: youtu.be/pmOI6OzGqGo

Thom Bullitt – Ramblin’ Man

By 44faced on Aug 26, 2020 in Music , Reviews - 0 Comments
Thom Bullitt - Ramblin Man

Bearing witness to the development of artist Thom Bullitt is truly a rewarding experience, as he releases his unique hybrid of raw guitar-centric rock ‘n’ roll, blues and pop with hip hop in his new single, “Ramblin’ Man,” the lead single from Bullitt’s upcoming album, The Cooler King 2.

As experienced in his multifaceted album, Roses, it feels as if emotion and passion is brimming at the seams in Thom Bullitt, as from the immediate strums and licks of the guitar, and the opening hook—”Ridin’ all along, on this long and lonely road, no cash in hand, I’m a ramblin’ man”—it feels as if a mixture of emotions are seeking their way from Bullitt’s heart out to the listener.

From the track’s outset, Bullitt opens with a brief outback-feel acoustic guitar-driven ostinato-strumming with two leading broken ascending chords, setting an open road scene aided by wide reverb and widely-spread vocals on the hook that masterfully carves its way in neural pathways to the heart in an instant. Moreover, Bullitt’s vocal bends that slightly off-pitch from the song’s key are performed with such conviction and consistency throughout the song, adding a wavy and nomadic vibe to the song’s feel.

The lyrics and vocals riskily head into rap territory in the verses, but Bullitt pulls it off with utter musical confidence. The hook’s shape plays throughout repetitively throughout, if not in segments of the vocal parts of the verses, then in the instrumentals that loop with additives and subtractives over the course of the song, and all elements operate harmoniously in order to sweep the listener into a fluctuating, unsteady, rolling and riding atmosphere, skillfully communicating Bullitt’s messages about heading out into unknown new domains.

Although cloaked in a rather pop structure, this is a song for those who have stepped outside their boundaries, who have entered a zone of danger as they head into uncharted domains all alone, looking for something more or different to what they had before.

The fusion of almost-opposed genres together with the wavering ups-and-downs throughout distinctively succeeds in passing on such sensations.

About Thom Bullitt: Born April 1, 1994 in Houston, Texas, Thomas Rodney Oates, Thom Bullitt was raised not on Hip-Hop, but Rock & Roll, Blues, and Pop. He moved to Oklahoma in 2004 which is when he discovered and fell in love with Hip-Hop. He began writing songs in high school and was even labelled “Most Likely To Move To Houston And Become A Rapper” by his classmates. He began recording his own Hip-Hop songs shortly after graduating high school in 2012, and released his first full-length EP in December 2015 titled ‘The Cooler King’ under the moniker Thom Bullitt. He would go on to release 2 more EPs – Bricktown Nights & NIGHTRIDER – under this moniker before taking a 2 year hiatus from 2017-2019 to rediscover himself and return to music as Papillon – the French translation of butterfly, which he deemed fitting based on his mental and physical growth and self-comfort. He released his first EP as Papillon in September of 2019 titled Roses, which features a more Country Rock influence than his previous endeavors. During his career, he would become one half of the Oklahoma City based group Bacardi Gang, and still carries that mantle today along with his own lifestyle brand ILLNEZZ – accompanied by the catchphrase LIVIN IT. Returning to his Thom Bullitt moniker, he continues striving to make good music on a regular basis.

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Follow Thom Bullitt on Instagram: @thombullitt

Purchase Thom Bullitt’s music/merch: illnezz.bandcamp.com

Thom Bullitt’s music is available for streaming on all major streaming services (Spotify, Tidal, Apple Music, TikTok, etc.)

Mako – Trouble

By 44faced on Aug 26, 2020 in Music - 0 Comments
Mako - Trouble

Mako’s new single, “Trouble,” is about a person getting in trouble. Mako, being born and growing up on a small tropical island influenced by European, Caribbean and Latin American culture has given me the opportunity to discover many facets and nuances in music. From the influence of African rhythm used in the Curaçao sehu and tumba to Curaçao waltz influenced by Chopin. During his childhood, he learned to appreciate different styles of music and discovered that music has a deep impact on emotions and mood. He has always used music to express himself. After several years of wondering and searching for his passion, he found music to be his greatest. Mako hopes music brings the same for you as it did for him.

Stream Mako – “Trouble” on Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/35KUwc9urOAiQ2CNadCwgp

Vybes – Italia Ventiventi

By 44faced on Aug 24, 2020 in Music - 0 Comments
Vybes

“Italia Ventiventi” by Vybes is a hypnotic track that shows the awful situation of Italy in these days. Vybes is a 16-year-old Italian rapper with genius in his pen.

Stream Vybes “Italia Ventiventi” on Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/4R8HVcPtdZLIIOD1aGel4B?si=MpDpc4uoSaW2ofEj3Yy3hg

Kelvin Alton – Terms of Endearment: The Kelvin Alton Story

By 44faced on Aug 24, 2020 in Music - 0 Comments
Kelvin Alton - Terms of Endearment

Kelvin Alton’s Terms of Endearment displays the perfect blend of bars and short, yet catchy beats that can ultimately be bangers.

Kelvin Alton is an artist from Miami-Dade County. First released track was Streets and he is now debuting is EP entitled Terms of Endearment: The Kelvin Alton Story.

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Chris Nseng – Don’t Care

By 44faced on Aug 20, 2020 in Music - 0 Comments
Chris Nseng - Don't Care

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Chris Nseng, in his single “Don’t Care,” talks about not caring about what other people say about you, and starting true to oneself. Chris Nseng is an African rapper, from Ecuatorial Guinea, but living in Europe, Spain. In his own words, “I have decided to be one of the greatest from my country and to let the little boys from my country know that they can do whatever they set their mind into.”

Stream Chris Nseng “Don’t Care” on Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/2UVBWgurrsf1ece7cUnyDs?si=uVbcP4gPQdGxUtiB6TfLNw

93 Ish – Bounce

By 44faced on Aug 20, 2020 in Music - 0 Comments
93 Ish - Bounce

“Bounce” is the new motivational and uplifting hip hop club single by New York’s 93 Ish.

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CuzzoMania – Big Zo [Album]

By 44faced on Aug 20, 2020 in Music - 0 Comments
CuzzoMania - Big Zo

Listen to CuzzoMania’s latest album Big Zo on Apple Music: music.apple.com/us/album/big-zo/1498354860

Reno Valay – Ride Together

By 44faced on Aug 15, 2020 in Music - 0 Comments
Reno Valay - Ride Together

Reno Valay is a talented artist and songwriter who sets the bar higher with his warm and present vocals style, fueled by his personal lyrics. Production-wise, this release makes me think of artists such as XXXtentacion or JuiceWRLD, but with a more uplifting feel. “Ride Together” kicks off with a mesmerizing arpeggio, and it later delves into a trap-soul beat, with some vocal melodies that will instantly sink in: the perfect sing-along.

About Reno Valay: With a signature sound that blends hip-hop/rap with R&B melodies, get ready for multi-hyphenate threat and star, Reno Valay!

From a Jamaican household, born and raised in Montréal, Québec, Reno Valay is a talented young artist who has always had a strong passion for music and the arts in all their various forms. With encouragement from his mother, Reno learned to play the piano at the age of seven and his love for music grew from that moment on. Reno’s first public performance was on Jamaica Day in Montréal and he booked gigs throughout his hometown, going on to compete on Talent Nation (formerly This Is Talent) becoming a finalist. As a young and talented artist, Reno then made the decision to leave his city, the flashing lights of Toronto’s entertainment industry calling his name.

With accolades and talent abound, Reno cites artists like 2Pac, J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar as some of his biggest inspirations. His respect for them stems from the way they told their stories and he strives to write music that is charged with the same kind of passion and emotion to tell tales of his own. When you see Reno, you might be wondering where you’ve seen him before. Well, in addition to music, Reno is also a talented actor, dancer and model. Best known for his acting work in Murder Wall and Rev (2020), Reno also appeared in Hello Au Revoir alongside other actors from all across the globe.

Reno Valay has been heard on radio stations in Canada, United States, Brazil and Europe.

Reno Valay represents Montreal, Qc/Toronto, On.

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Larry D Hawkins – Ghostin

By 44faced on Aug 15, 2020 in Music - 0 Comments
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Ghostin, as in disappearing on someone, or something at the drop of a hat having a blast with people then leaving in a hurry, pretty much not following through with a plan.

Larry D. Hawkins is a Seattle-based hip hop singer, rapper, and songwriter. He has shared the stage with Mos Def and Red Café, and played notable music festivals such as the Heineken City Arts Fest and The Capitol Hill Block Party.

Stream Larry D Hawkins “Ghostin” on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KOEUuzmwl4M&list=OLAK5uy_kKHHK-sGjCSSygX_n70SVmpD_DVjGorQU

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