On FlashLight, a new LP with producer Lightfoot, Flash comes strong as a solo artist, breaking beats over his knee along with stereotypes about group members going at it alone.
MUSIC NOTES: “OUTSIDE” REMIX, FLASHLIGHT, GIG WORKSHOPS
Boston Hip Hop
HELLABLACK IS BACK: LEADING WOMEN OF HUB HIP-HOP UNITE FOR MAJOR BCA THROWDOWN
FOLLOWING FOOD NETWORK FAME, OAK LONETREE DROPS BEST EFFORT YET WITH ASSIST FROM INSIGHT
"I know this is really random, but you’re like a Boston Greek dad rapper and construction worker and I can totally get you on a show."
MUSIC SPECIAL: ROCK AGAINST RACISM TURNS 40
Here, five individuals associated with RAR share their memories of Boston back then, what they gained from having RAR in their lives, and how, in 2019, we can continue to honor the groundwork RAR laid for a better Boston.
SET IT OFF: OOMPA’S ‘CLEO’ IS A TOTAL TRIUMPH AND A MILESTONE FOR HIP-HOP, IN BOSTON OR ANYPLACE ELSE
Each joint on Cleo has its own unique dynamic, with a versatile vibe across the track list. Oompa opens up about various aspects of her travels through the journey, depicting trials she has overcome, as well as situations she’s still trying to navigate. Mental health is front and center, a rarity in hip-hop, but not surprising considering her overall maturity.
DANIEL LAURENT HEADS OUTSIDE: BOSTON MC DROPS NEW ANTI-VIOLENCE VIDEO
Despite occasional hiatuses, he’s always made it a point to come back strong, to leave a mark, and his latest project follows suit.
K IS FOR NASTY
"At first I was scrambling, but in the time since, I’ve done some of my most notable shit. I just kind of go where it takes me."
WATCH FOR THE HOOK
Sober and with Arcitype producing by his side, a Boston hip-hop stalwart modifies his craft and hustle
SKETCHBOOK: ENDLESSLY CREATIVE CLIFF NOTEZ CURATES CLEVER NEW LIVE MUSIC SERIES
STL GLD UNVEIL NEW PROJECT + ARTWORK WITH LANDMARK MFA COLLABORATION
“Hip-hop was never meant to be here,” Moe Pope told the crowd of family, friends, and artistic associates who came out for the event.
