Propelling to the forefront of Buffalo’s Hip-Hop scene, rapper-singer Kane Wave is capturing the eccentric nature of the Queen City in his music. Known for his high energy performances and unique integration of Rap and R&B, Wave’s provocative personality and efforts as a songwriter has catapulted him into local stardom. Building a larger hype through […]
Read More #BUFFACOLD: The Rise Of Kane WaveEvery year, Hip-Hop news magazine, XXL releases a roster of around 10 to 12 young rap-proximate artists who show promise as the next big Hip-Hop stars. Since 2007, the popular mag has executed a colorful rollout of their artist predictions titled The Freshman Class, with teaser videos, provocative cyphers, react content and the annual, highly […]
Read More INTROSPECTIVE: XXL’s 2020 Freshman ClassDuring a late night studio session, rising rapper Way2wavybaby was ad-libbing verses when she randomly mentioned the words “Planet 9.” With femcee Chango4 also present during the session, the duo resonated on the idea of moving to another world. Creatively bouncing thoughts off of each other, the talented rhymers started working sonically on the concept […]
Read More #BUFFACOLD: Chango4 & Way2wavybaby joins forces on “Planet 9”Dropping a series of impressive EP’s the last few years, burgeoning lyricist, 12:03 was focused on creating his debut album in 2020. With a handful of notable producers offering the rising rhymer beats, and a reliable and talented group of willing collaborators (Ariel Ashe, Marvelredsox, Johnny B) on standby, the anticipation for another 12:03 project […]
Read More #BUFFACOLD: 12:03 DROPS EP “Smile”Rising rhymer and entrepreneur, $hade’ia is bringing a fresh change of pace to Buffalo’s Hip-Hop sound. Despite being in the early stages of her rap career, the chill rapper has wasted no time dropping multiple buzz-worthy projects including the latest, Alway$ Cozy. With notable contributions from burgeoning producers and creating her own record label, $kino […]
Read More #BUFFACOLD: $hade’ia Drops “Alway$ Cozy”Ascending as a talented vocalist in the Queen City, Lindsay Niccs is revamping what gospel sounds like for the modern listener. Known for her contemporary r&b sound, Niccs debut project, Redemption, is a sobering, simmering warning against worldly temptation. Released in the middle of our country’s contentious social climate; on June 1st to be exact, […]
Read More #BUFFACOLD: Lindsay Niccs releases Debut “Redemption”Amongst Buffalo’s many eccentric voices, is Ghafir Verse. Despite being only 23 years old, the elusive rapper has been making music for over 10 years. Creating and producing almost all his projects himself, the rising artist is known for integrating dark elements with his sound. Bringing philosphical ideas and edgy aesthetics into his music, anticipation […]
Read More #BUFFACOLD: GHAF set to drop Melancholy Music Volume 3Psychadelic rap trio, 14 Trapdoors have added a new dimension to what Buffalo’s brand of Hip-Hop looks like. Their self-proclaimed sound, New Trap Boom Bap, combines the heavy-hitting style of risque punchlines to the whimsical ends of party culture. Releasing their highly-anticipated EP, Brain Aquarium last month, the group’s satirical banter and playful productions makes […]
Read More #BUFFACOLD: 14 Trapdoors drops “Brain Aquarium”One of my first tastes of Buffalo’s Hip Hop came from tween sisters rapping over pleasant, minimal productions back in 2013. Montana and Silver, also known as Fire N Iice were impressing crowds in small venues around the Queen City thanks to their crafty street tales and melodic punchlines. Dropping highly anticipated singles for the […]
Read More #BUFFACOLD: FIRE N IICE drops new single “Throw It”With standing room only, groups of people squeezed into Bridge Studios last week to hear Classical Gifted for the first time. As smoke permeated the air, and hoodies fell over faces, the space seemed to get menacingly intimate. Blasting combinations of piercing drums, oozy synths and nostalgic samples from old cartoons, Cee Gee led his […]
Read More #BUFFACOLD: PRODUCER CEE GEE DROPS “CLASSICAL GIFTED”
