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Rocko Ballin Pours His Heart Out On Highly-Anticipated EP LUCKY LAST BORN VOL. II

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Back when Hip-Hop was a battle between East or West, music was about who brought the heat both in and out of the booth; years later and the principle is still the same with an added element. Who can bring a new style of rap to the table? New York has continued to be the mecca of fashion, pillar of influence, and the inspiration behind some of music’s best. One of New York’s emerging artists, Rocko Ballin, has been making headway in the Drill&B scene and his latest EP, Lucky Last Born Vol II, is a testament to the type of pressure Ballin is applying in Hip-Hop.

The first installation of his EP series Lucky Last Born was a culmination of raw, gritty emotion interlaced with real life experiences propelling Ballin into creating a masterpiece that set the tone for records to come. Calling on fellow drill artist 26AR for the record “On My Shoulder” exhibits Rocko Ballin’s ability to create an organic sound that takes his artistry to new heights. “You’ve never been around now your close” is evidence that Rocko Ballin quite attentive and has a good head on his shoulders; he isn’t phased by those eager for a come up.

An introduction that created the path for Lucky Last Born Vol II to become the highly anticipated predecessor to Rocko Ballin’s debut. Most artists tend to stray away from revealing some of their most coveted secrets to maintain a persona. But from the jump, Rocko Ballin comes swinging with the first record of the EP “Bleed For Me” allowing himself to use music as a coping mechanism to deal with street trauma. At a certain point in life, we have all given ourselves to people who did not deserve it, which is something that Ballin knows all too well. “I got some n**s that I gave my all to but they let me down,” details being left in the gutter when all he needed was a helping hand.

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Multifaceted Artist and Professional Athlete Lu’, Shares New Afrobeat Vibes “Over”

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Lu’ (@ottawasveryown) is back with another one! He has been shaking things up in the music scene since his ground-breaking debut “FEVA,” released earlier in February this year. Now, he returns with another highly-anticipated single, “Over,” out now. This offering is accompanied with a music video & solidifies Lu’s mark in the music game with his captivating storytelling and infectious sound.

“Over” is another compelling feel good single that highlights Lu’s artistic identity and capability. “Over evokes pure enjoyment and immaculate summer vibes,” he says. He invites listeners into an irresistible musical experience through the Afrobeats sound. Drawing inspiration from English and French-speaking artists, as well as Congolese artists, he sets himself apart from the industry as a multilingual artist. The accompanying music video was shot in Lagos, Nigeria and offers a setting of African greatness, luxury, and an overall great time.

Originally hailing from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, and now making waves in Phoenix, Arizona, Lu’ is a renowned Arizona Cardinals linebacker who made his musical debut earlier this year with his debut single, “FEVA.” Fighting the notion of “shut up and dribble,” Lu’ has shown that he’s far more multifaceted than just an average athlete. He shares, “The narrative of ‘shut up and dribble’ is one I’ve fought internally for a very long time. I want my audience to grasp how passionate I am about chasing my wildest dreams. You can’t let another person tell you, your dreams are too far unattainable.” Lu’ has been able to perfectly parallel his passion and dedication of being a talented athlete as well as a talented artist.

It’s worth noting that Lu’ is a definite powerhouse to keep an eye on as he continues to break barriers in both sports and music. His transition from sports to music is a prominent testament to him embracing his versatility, following his dreams, and reaching new heights. The unfolding musical journey of this rising Canadian artist is a must see.

Watch the video for “Over” HERE.

Stream “Over” HERE.

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ChinaTownRunner x $tupid Young x Star2 Shares “FWM” 

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Asian-American rappers Star2, ChinaTownRunner, and $tupid Young release the new single / video entitled “FWM”. The single precedes Star2 and ChinaTownRunner’s upcoming EP and sets the bar high with haunting cavernous beats and dark melodic flow.

Each of them affirm that they are “about money” in their separate verses and all ask listeners to “come and F*** With Me.” The music video for “FWM” captures Star2, ChinaTownRunner, and $tupid Young in a graffiti-stroked garage full of sports cars and women. Leaning into the sheer magnitude of the track itself, the visuals for “FWM” zero in on each rapper for an intense performance.

Star2 and ChinaTownRunner are preparing to embark on a summer tour with $tupid Young set to appear at multiple dates. Additionally, Star2 and ChinaTownRunner will perform on July 6th in support of the annual Ka-ren Soccer Tournament and Concert in South Dakota. 

Star2 is a refugee artist from the Mae La refugee camp in Thailand. Star2’s documentary, RETURN TO KAWTHOOLEI: A Refugee Rapper’s Journey to His Homeland in Burma will be screened at the New Media Film Festival in LA on June 6th. So far, the documentary has been awarded with “Best Short Documentary” at the Malaysian Film Festival, “Best Documentary” at the Busan New Wave Short Film Festival in S. Korea, “Best Web and Media” at the IndieX Film Fest in LA, and “Exceptional Merit in Docu-drama Short & Human Spirit” at the Documentaries Without Borders Film Festival. Star2 returns to Thailand in May for his second trip.

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Ann-Derie Releases “Maximum Capacity”

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Hollywood, Florida native Ann-Derie presents the official video for “Maximum Capacity”, the new single from I Am Only Human, her forthcoming album which also spawned “Just Us”, produced by Alvin Speights (R.I.P.), the engineer behind tracks for India Arie, TLC, Keith Sweat and many more. Shot in New York City, the “Maximum Capacity” clip comes on the heels of Ann-Derie’s tour of the East Coast (watch her interview with 99JAMZ). “Maximum Capacity” is out now on Dxnna Music Group.

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