Since his latest full length album Chrysalis dropped this past August, rapper AP YCM has formed a business and creative collective to not only support his career, but like-minded local talent. Named 5L4L, AP YCM’s handpicked roster of prospective artists and creatives in Buffalo emulates the youthful energy, sound and effort of Rap’s SoundCloud era. […]
Read More #BUFFACOLD: AP YCM DROPS SINGLE “COUNTIN UP” AND FORMS 5L4LRapper/Singer Genecist was on his metaphorical last leg when he released his self-titled project in 2017. A compilation of handpicked songs from his vault, The Genecist Project showed an energetic, daring side to the rising artist that wasn’t as apparent before. With pleasant features, power-packed bars, sultry vocals, and feel good production, its shocking to […]
Read More #BUFFACOLD: Genecist is gaining new groundAn influential voice in Buffalo’s Hip-Hop scene, rapper Jae Skeese takes his lyricism to a new level with Asphalt Calligraphy. Released early last month, the 8th project from the East Side rhymer signifies a turning point in his decade long rap career. Assisted by a handful of dynamic and energetic feature artists, Jae paints a […]
Read More #BUFFACOLD: Jae Skeese’s “ASPHALT CALLIGRAPHY” reaches a fever pitchOnly releasing music for the last few years, rapper Anthony 1999’s influence on Buffalo’s rap scene is significant. His ability to collaborate with an extremely diverse set of artists has ascended his sound as apart of Queen City’s Hip-Hop soundscape. Quickly recognizable by his deep, yet energetic rapid-fire rapping style, Anthony 1999 specific talent for […]
Read More #BUFFACOLD: ANTHONY 1999 IS MAKING MOVESPropelling 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”
