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At the stroke of midnight on May 31st Kony Brooks released his anticipated album All Hail The King . The thirteen track compilation is the start of the revival of hip-hop. Kony is by far one of the artist that have led the movement for the renaissance of the essence of Hip Hop. What is interesting and amazing about Kony is that although he has kept up the thot boy persona with his fellow label mates he has been able to do what many artist in today's underground scene could not..... Show his real self. The album bringing ties all elements that is Kony the storyteller, the thot, and the person. He has allowed himself to tell his story through a variety of different beats and elements making it memorable for those who listen to it. Not only are his beats unique so are his features, alongside him featured on the album are label mates Teddy Grahams and JR Just Real but there was a surprise as the illustrious Pretty Girl First appears on the album in the hit Got em too which depicts not only the thot side of the male brain but shows that females can thot along just as much. Not only has he stood toe to toe in this case showing that women can be equally guilty but she has lyrically stood toe to toe with the King of New York himself something no man or women has ever been able to do; can you imagine what a performance between the two would look like. The other feature with label mate Teddy Grahams is a fast pace Thot Boy banger in We Ballers talking about shooting their shot with the their latest conquest but the execution of the beat is a unique one it gives in a way such as an old school trumpet giving an interlude to the wow factor that is Kony and Teddy .This is not the first time the two label mates have collaborated on a track, however everytime they collaborate on a track or project they always set the bar higher and higher for artists everywhere. One of the most memorable tracks inspired by Biggie Smalls own Dreams had the King of New York stand out from the rest of the artists. Indiestry freak is the depiction of what everyone does when they are talking in the locker room or sauna , yes ladies you know you gossip about guys too and who you would want to do the dirty deed with. Kony has taken his locker room talk and brought it too the next level where he has aired his words and is not afraid to say what he thinks. Included in this locker room talk is former Rawrr guests Asia Golden and Lia Givenchy and more. He makes you think about who you would fantasize about as well. How many of you have had thoughts about someone you work with and the fantasy keeps you going. Although his songs catch this vibe, airplane mode and Rough featuring New York's own Mickey Factz has been catchy and you want to bump to it. You have two memorable songs that touch not only your heart but the core of your soul. The first being Make it On My Own featuring label mate JR Just Real the song as Kony states was the one song he had the most time with. Depicting his life tale of contemplation of contemplation of suicide, the loss of a child, his relationship with his mother and more makes you cry when you hear it because you understand. Coming from a background such as my own I have cried and sang to JR part every time it plays. We all want someone to be proud of us as much as we want to be proud of ourselves we want the validation although it isnt necessary. For the first time we have seen and heard the real Kony Brooks which is amazing. Three fifths is a powerful statement the closing record of the album talking about equality or lack there of in today's society as well as how life has been difficult with the current agent orange in charge (president) has expanded on racism and has branded ignorance in the highest form. That no matter how well he does he is still three fifths. Without giving the rest of the album away you must know this is Konys best project to date and with that you must stream and buy the album on all digital retailers everywhere. Dont believe me follow @konybrooks on all social media platforms and see the magic for your self

Recently myself alongside ICMG 2 Deep own Ray Fame and Rockview's own S-Rock and Raybeauty attended the Power is Industry Event powered by Power 105 and had many notable names such as Platinum Producer Amadeus , Ruff Ryders Drag On, and more. What stood out to us the most outside of his wisdom and thoughts on the current standing of the NBA was his discussion on his program the King Movement. The mission of the program according to their website is to Empower Men to reach our God-given potential in every realm of life through the power and grace of the Lord Jesus Christ. To help us become husbands, fathers, leaders, citizens and role models god created us to be. To Present to our families, communities, nation and world an image of men as God-Fearing, family -oriented, moral,. loving, intelligent, responsible and productive. Lastly, To Glorify the Most High God by walking in true Biblical manhood. The Board includes not only Broussard but Allan Houston of the New York Knicks , Dwight Howard Senior father of Dwight Howard JR , former Olympic Gold Medal winnder Michael Redd former NBA Allstar with the Milwaukee Bucks , Sports Anchor Michael Smith and more.. In lament terms the King program started by Broussard is a program to help our kids stay off the street which is absolutely amazing, because as much as we had youth programs when we were in high school they did not give us as much attention as we needed in order to be well rounded individuals in today's society. The King program is devoted to giving these individuals a platform to express themselves as well as fight the battle that is racism. That is an amazing thing for young adults to take a stance like that in a world that lets things like that slide. The King movement also works through music, these young artists are expressing themselves through music check out their latest youtube video. For more information on the King Movement go to www.kingmovement.com

It has been a month of news and splashes amongst the Indie Scene as two of WVMR's shows and hosts have gotten a big boost in their careers. The first announcement came at the recent Friday Night Mics powered by Rockview Entertainment on April 27th as WVMR Co-Owner and head of Rockview Entertainment has announced DJ - CMurda as an official Rockview DJ and not only that he will also be an official DJ for 1017 Brick Squad Mafia. We at Rawrr are super proud of him as he is a young DJ in the business and he is progressing so fast. Leave it to S-Rock himself to make a power move like that. If you do not know what 1017 Brick Squad Mafia is the label founded by Gucci Maine and is the home of some of your favorite hiphop artists. It only goes upward from here for the Brooklyn DJ . More recently on an episode of Darkside Radio Blackout the Rebel had the infamous Konceited Show in the building discussing his latest tour as well as the power moves he has been making for his brand, music, and himself. One of these amazing changes that were presented was that our big homie Blackout is now a member and is sponsored by the Dark Kings Movement. The Dark Kings is a rap group started by Konceited Show himself which incorporates rappers from diff walks of life and put out fire bars. It would be no suprise that Blackout goes from being a Rebel to being a King. Congratulations Blackout should we expect a collaboration from you and Konceited Show? With all these moves happening we can see them going big, if you haven't been following them follow them now! IG @officialdjcmurda and @blkouttherebel

"Blessed is a mother that would give up part of her soul for her children's happiness ." - Shannon L. Alder As all blogs from Monday Night Rawrr there are always personal insight coming from us. Growing up with no father I had learned my mother was both my mother and father. She made so many sacrifices for me to be who I am today from giving up a meal for herself to leaving a great job with Georgios hairstyle chain and even at one point Giorgio Armani for a job that would provide benefits for her children and her two nephews that she raised since she was seventeen years old. If you thought Katie Kay was a pain in the a** now imagine as a kid. Watching B.Morgan's video for Salute you made me be so grateful to come from the rib that is my mother. Former Monday Night Rawrr guest did give us the heads up when he was going to California magic will be made and he held on his promise. The tribute to all women in this video will make you really tear and think about the importance and the power that all females give to their loved ones and more. The timing and execution of this was perfect as he had dropped it on May 13th (mother's day). The Mor Value signee is winning with a single such as this, its not only the fact the song has the potential of an amazing hit but at the same time he has such conviction and the passion within the track itself that it resonates deep inside your soul. Plus heres a spoiler for a ladies, you get to see the Mor Value CEO Scott Morris in a suit brace yourselves ladies!! But don't take my word for it watch the video now and follow B. Morgan on Instagram @iambmorgan Don't forget to subscribe to our blog and follow us everywhere @mnrawrrwvmr for more updates and goodies on your favorite indie artists.

Many think of Kony Brooks as leader of the Thot Boys, the person you do not want in your mother's bedroom, and the owner of ICMG 2 Deep. For the last year he was always behind the scenes since his release of Kony Island 2 although he was performing and doing interviews promoting the Thot Boys and singles put out by members of ICMG 2 Deep he was also building what can possibly be his best album to date. The Album to be released on May 31st the day of Brooks Birthday has features from Pretty Girl First , Mickey Facts , Jr Just Real and more.. With four singles having premiere on Rawrr we see great promise in the Bronx King. We write about him today because we had a sneak peek to the young mogul's listening session a month ago, and we seen many changes from what we normally see and we hear things we did not expect. Certain tracks had us in tears. Seems like he had so much on his mind for so long hes finally letting it out, and by the looks of it we will all love it. It is a more mature and serious Kony Brooks, I honestly welcome it especially since we are in a world where everyone looks for themselves and forget everyone else. As a person that has worked with him I look forward to the release of the album, I look forward to listening to the project and intently studying it. If you have overlooked Kony Brooks before you definately will not once All Hail The King is out. Follow Kony Brooks everywhere @konybrooks

When it comes to Ei8th Productions you never know what to expect honestly. Nequasia can get Hella Bent and try to Rewind, Quest will pill pop and there will be Love and Consequence but no one knows what is really up with the group when they will put new music, drop a visual, or put a remix. It makes their music even more amazing. With the stroke of 12 on Cinco de Mayo leader of Ei8th Meko Sky releases a new song Distance . Unclear as to who he is seeking distance from or if the track is based on life events but the Bronx MC has taken it a little of a dance track that you can groove too while at home getting ready for that night out. At the same time makes you realize about the times you've put distance to things or people not good for you. What I love personally about Meko's music is that its very raw and personal while at the same time he has a subtle sound so you would understand the meaning without having to really search for the meaning. With 2.08k likes on audiomack we see that many agree with my opinions. Listen to this track online and more on audiomac

Premiering for the first time on Monday Night Rawrr on April 23rd Jamaica's own Scorpio P. gives us a taste of his album Directors Note by releasing his first single off the album All Day featuring ICMG 2 DEEP own Kony Brooks and Mor Value soldier Frank Knight. The trifecta unconventional at most but their combined talents created a masterpiece. The song in a soundtrack type format has us thinking about our daily struggles and hustling that needs to be done in order to get to where we want to be. You see sides to all three artists that you normally do not get to see. It is truly something you will be playing when your in your thoughts. All Day can be found on all digital streaming services Catch us every Monday on Rawrr only on www.wvmradio.net or the WVMRNY app

With a Voiceless music award for Best Freestyle on Wax with label mate and manager Phenom of SoPhenomenal Entertainment and a hit with his verse on the Feel No Way Remix Orlando Ortiz or commonly known as Oz has started to make a name for himself in the INDIEstry as he is showing that he will take no prisoners and he will make a stance using his music. His latest single my people that released April 7th is just the beginning of what he has in store for us. As a member of SPE since 2011 he has developed his style of music and has made his music relatable not only to himself but to everyone that likes to be outside of the box. Although he has taken a hiatus for some time to work behind the scenes of the label, know he was never invisible and he is an intricate member of the powerhouse that is So Phenomenal Entertainment. He is the definition of Be True, Be You , Be So Phenomenal. Many of his singles of course has been put in the SPE vault but his singles such as Oh My Darling, Keep Em Guessing, Her Body and even his collaboration with Grizelle Rodriguez and Phenom shows his versatile style and his advance lyricism. Many have recognized him from the Feel No Way Remix but he was a titan in his own right way before this remix ever came out and it is time that people got to know about him. 1) Tell us where you got the name Oz from? The name Oz is actually my full name shortened, The first letter of my First name and the last letter of my last name. 2) Tell us about your journey into music? I come from an old school Puerto Rican Family which raised me listening to classic spanish music, Hector Lavoe, Selena, Marc Anthony, Enrique Iglesias, Jerry Rivera, Celia Cruz, i wasn't introduced to English music till I was about 12 years old, as i recall the first Hip Hop Track i ever memorized was In da Club by 50 cent. Since then i have gained such a love for Hip hop, rap, and word play. Shortly after, i got into Eminem and Lil Wayne or anything lyrical 3) How would you describe yourself artistically? If I am not having fun writing or creating content then I am more than likely not gonna do it. Udo this music thing not because it pays, but because I enjoy creating and having others see the world from my perspective. 4) How do you stand apart from your fellow artists? For one, I never got into music to party, I saw it as a way to not only reach the masses but teach them, ultimately i want to build a platform in which I will use to spread the proper information to where it needs to be. iIthink that is what we lack in todays day and age. 5) Why did you take a hiatus ? I took a public hiatus, but behind the scenes I have been working hard on my craft, building relationships and networks as well as adding accolades to my resume. 6) How do you feel about working with Phenom? How has he helped you through your journey as an artist? Working with the bossman has been such a blessing. He is the backbone to the company we run together, he is also a well respected individual within not only the Indie scene but on an International level. He has placed me in situations that i would have never been able to do myself, I have always told him that he places me in the right place at the right time. I am honored to work and be signed to him and SPE. His work ethic, integrity of character and the way he has an ear for sounds is top notch. He places all the pieces in my hands, i just need to put them together and close the gap. 7) How do you feel headlining your first event, let alone a Daze Summit Stage? I've never thought of it this way. yes i'm headlining an event and it feels amazing, it really does, especially it being a NYC event, especially it being Daze summit, but i'm used to playing the admin role, its a blessing to be able to play admin and artist, but it feels better this year coming out as solely an artist. 8) Tell us about my people ? My people is one of my most recently written and recorded tracks. It incorporates both of the cultures and languages I speak and practice, being Puerto Rican as well as being an American (Spanish and English). I had too much fun writing it, but i really enjoyed the process. 9) What caused the shift in direction in your music from your older tracks until now? For the most part it was pretty discouraging writing music trying to enlighten people and nobody would really listen. My music at the time was too lyrical, there were to many metaphors and I was too political, Phenom has shown me how to get a message across while being a bit more commercial and it has helped me tremendously. 10) How did you get involved in the Feel No Way Remix by Live Johnson? How do you feel about all the attention you have been receiving from your fellow peers? How did Phenom feel when the final project came out? I have worked with Live Johnson in the past in terms of graphics but when i heard Feel no way, i asked him was he gonna do a remix and if he was then i wanted to be apart of that. what most people don't know is I had my part written way before he even sent me the beat. Sometimes I work on projects just because I like them that much, by the time i sent him my part, he informed me that Kony and Ray were gonna be on it and since i already sent in my part I honestly was a bit worried that i would have to re-write my verse. The attention i have been receiving from it has been a blessing and hearing whispers of me having the best verse is humbling. Phenom secretly expected that reaction, not the part of having the best verse but the part where people would talk so when I started receiving feedback he literally said, you see why i call you SPE's secret weapon. i have to proud of this but I also cant lose focus on the next goal. 11) What is your support system like? How have your friends and family liked your musical journey and current product? The friends i keep know nothing much about my music, i mean they have heard it but I've been friends with these people since 6th grade. They help me step away from the music. I appreciate them for that reason. In terms of family, my whole family loves what i'm doing and they for the most part come out to every show. 12) What is next for Oz? I have a few singles lined up to be released, a video for Her body that i'm currently working on, and a cypher, other than that anything else I create is going in the SPE vault. Find Oz on Instagram @ozspe Like him on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/oz.the.great.spe/ Check out his soundcloud here https://soundcloud.com/oz_the_great Buy and stream My People on all music streaming platforms everywhere !! Monday Night Rawrr returns tonight with VDP , Kony Brooks, and Bizzy Bee in the building. Tune in www.wvmradio.net or download the WVMRNYAPP FOLLOW US ON ALL SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS

Many know of him for the infamous DJ drop " Talk your Shit Beloved" but there is more to Queens MC and rapper Nikko Tesla. Born to Sandra Simon back up dancer and nephew to disco legend Gloria Gaynor the lyrical giant was born to a family of music and love. At the young and tender ages Nikko learned the act of songwriting from his mother Sandra Simon of Simon Said in which she gave him homework to complete before he can continue the next step of his musical studies. While learning songwriting and composing Nikko also learned the love of musical instruments and began to teach himself after watching his family sing. However the lyrical flow constructing the talent he is today came from listening to Nas and constructing his words from there. As he continued to grow he had worked with collectives and has won numerous awards. His passion and drive continues to exhume through the air he breathes. He does not care about the standard that the INDIEstry has posed and is not afraid to speak his mind. He currently has a distribution for spotify and continues to work wonders with some of today's top artists. The young artist has released Judy's Gone in February of 2018 which has surpassed over 2000 spins within the first week of it's release. Judy's Gone describes loosing a love after making a mistake, something all of us can relate to. What stands out about the track is that Tesla is very versatile from his tough and gritty rap to a slow rap with a melodious voice that is Jayce Hightower. Tesla has not only become a name in this industry for himself but he has become a role model and he looks out for others. Check out Judy's Gone on audiomac and follow him on Instagram @izone_nikko Monday Night Rawrr returns on April 9th with VDP Kony Brooks and Bizzy Bee make sure you follow us on all social media platforms for more info.

At the stroke of 12 this morning the indie scene received the shock of a lifetime a collaboration that was perceived to be impossible. Live Johnson , Oz the Great, Kony Brooks, and Ray Fame have come together and put the Feel No Way Remix for the world to know they Feel No Way. Move over peasants the titans of New York are ready to attack and take no prisoners. It is a rare occasion when you see lyricists of different calibers come together for such a project. With each others strengths this was a product of ultimate success. What is so amazing about this collaboration each member of this collaboration was working together and getting close with each other in the process to help each other promote and of course ensure the success of this project. They not only individuals but they represent what the independent scene should be doing, push each other to strive as well as celebrate the great music that is put out by each and every one of these amazing artists. Take a listen to this mighty collaboration right here Make sure to catch Live Johnson at Friday Night Mics hosted by Rockview Entertainment this Friday Night amongst many talented acts . Follow us on all social media platforms and get ready as we return April 9th with everyone's favorite group VDP in the building.

With only two weeks of its release and 495 views on youtube later. The Killmonger of the indie scene Frank Knight is continuing to prove that he and Mor Value are not to be slept on. The lyrical giant hailing from Brooklyn is making a stance in his latest in studio visual along side international DJ Dj Poska. Knights tone and delivery is what sells not only this visual and track but everything he produces. Edited, recorded, and directed by Mic Dee the effects and the visual compliments Knight's lyrical vision in the video. With a dynamic team such as Mic Dee, Mor Value, Frank Knight, and DJ Poska no wonder why Knight has been soaring to the heights that he has. His delivery and presence is unforgettable and we reccomend everyone to watch this and start following Frank Knight everywhere. Follow Frank Knight here http://frankknizza.com http://facebook.com/frankknizza http://twitter.com/frankknizza http://instagram.com/frankknizza http://snapchat.com/add/frankknizza http://soundcloud.com/frankknizza http://frankknight.bandcamp.com

With the strike of 12 on his birthday Bryan Joon released his self entitled album which took the entire indiestry by a storm. The young artist with the 90's R&B voice with a heart to match wowed us with the album that took a long time to complete. Bryan Joon is one of the most talented artists I have ever met with a Sam Smith meets Bryan McKnight type of voice. The album released a month ago February 24th was the compilation had 12 amazing songs and you can understand the motions of love and life. As he described in his interview on Monday Night Rawrr the project was his evolution of sorts. Everything Bryan does he does with such love, conviction, and dedication that you cant help but fall in love with what he does. What we love about this album is that it will make you think of a person that does have your heart without a doubt. Whether he / she is in your heart for good reasons or bad they are just there and each song gives you a different scenario of what each song brings to you. Our favorite songs must include Pretend , Name , and Empire . When talking about Pretend we think about the friend that we wish we can be with and that person should stop playing. That just because your someones close friend sometimes you do not have to play pretend. Name brings you that feeling that you get when you first meet that special person and you just want to know their name and everything about them. That feeling you look across the room and get that love at first sight type of feel. Empire talks about life when things dont work out, when that person was not who you had expect. What really stood out to me the most was the beat, more fast paced than the others it also has a different tone that set this song different from the rest. It was the perfect song to close the album, making his stance as an independent holding himself in his empire. If you haven't picked up this album you should or your a #DUB Follow him on instagram @bryanjoonmusic Remember Monday Night Rawrr returns April 9th with VDP in the building Follow us on all social media platforms!