Editorials
Allstar Lee Is Criminally Underrated
Allstar Lee’s been killing the game for years, but when he released “Fresh Prince of Brick Mile” last year, he entered into a new level of eminence. The world was introduced to his casual rhyme style and easy-going demeanor that were at odds with the violent imagery that he created. Now, he’s everywhere – mainly collaborating with his go-to guy AllStar JR, but also releasing a wide variety of creative hits that touch different bases. With his sheer energy and delivery, Allstar Lee looks to be one of the stars of Detroit’s coming dominance. It just feels as if he’s under the radar, but that looks to change soon.
“Fresh Prince of Brick Mile” was one of the best songs of the year in 2017. Lee took a black culture classic, added some bounce to it, and went on a three minute tangent of unrestrained chaos. The story that he told snapped even the most ADHD-centric person to attention, thanks to its violent imagery and vivacious flow. If Lee continues to spit raps like he did there, he will catapult to the list of the world’s best in no time.
Lee’s music feels very inconsequential – in a good way. “Fresh Prince of Brick Mile” was one thing, then there’s the New Orleans inspired “blank.’ Lee knows how to create an atmosphere of a jovial nature amidst street raps that paint a vivid picture of his reality. His playfulness is at odds with the industry standard overt-seriousness that we typically receive.
With these factors at play, Lee stands a chance of breaking out of the underrated box that he’s placed in and becoming one of the city’s most important lyricists. With some time and hard work, he’ll break away and become one of the city’s most prominent figures.
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Artist To Watch: Meet Rising West Coast Star Vary
Vary, is a rising star on the West Coast music scene. Growing up, Vary was deeply involved in sports, dedicating his time and passion to basketball, ultimately playing at the University of Oregon and the University of Idaho. However, his love for music, influenced by his late father’s musical background, eventually led him to pursue a career in the industry.
Vary’s stage name, Vary, holds deep personal significance. It stems from his childhood nickname, ‘Vary’, given to him by friends and family. For Vary, music became a platform to articulate his truth and share uplifting messages, especially about his roots in North Portland.
His debut EP, “Richmond Ave”, pays homage to the neighborhood that shaped him. Vary’s collaborative ventures with fellow artists, including notable figures like Westside Boogie, Nipsey Hussle, and Goodbyecalev, have garnered attention and accolades. His track “AMG” featuring Westside Boogie has accumulated over 100k streams across various platforms.
Vary has performed at esteemed venues such as Edgefield Manor, Roseland Theater, and Star Theater, carving his place within the heart of the West Coast music culture.
His music, characterized by its soulful and timeless West Coast sound, resonates deeply with his audience. Embodying his aspirations and principles, Vary’s most recent project, “Championship Flow”, exemplifies his passion and vision for his community, expressing his optimistic outlook on life.
Outside of music, Vary aspires to give back to his community and put North Portland on the map. Embracing his humble beginnings, he aims to be a beacon of positivity and inspiration for those around him.
In the years ahead, Vary plans to release high-quality music that reflects his authentic self while remaining open to experimenting with diverse genres. He dreams of performing at major festivals and collaborating with artists such as Domani, LaRussell, Charlie Wilson, and Dom Kennedy, all while remaining true to his roots and principles.
Check out Vary’s latest music below.
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DJ Fresh, The Show Before The Show Has Been Captivating Audiences On Chris Brown Latest Tour
We have covered DJ Fresh before and we must say while he was already accomplished at that point that puts him in the one percentile of disk jockeys worldwide, his latest venture being the tour DJ of Chris Brown’s highly grossing tour this year put him in a position to be labeled as a superstar.
From his mixes to vibrant personality being shown on the mic, Fresh has received critical acclaim and co-signs from artist nationwide for his talents.
He has some major announcements coming soon but we wanted to really show this star some love for all he has accomplished and given to the culture throughout the years. While he might be Fresh in youth physically, he is Fresh in youth mentally and his energy has translated into unforgettable sets which he has received his flowers for.
Follow him on Instagram here.
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These Are The Secrets To Getting Your Music Posted On Your Favorite Websites
Are you an artist that wants to get your music posted on your favorite websites like 4Shomag, Complex, Pitchfork, MTV, and more? The secrets for how to do so have been revealed.
A writer named Trey Alston, who writes for everyone from Complex to Vulture, has written an e-book with a ton of strategies and tips for how you can get posted on your favorite platforms. He’s taken his experiences from more than 8 years writing about music and put them into a book to help anyone secure the posts that they’ve been looking for for so long.
Check it out at the link if you want to learn more.