BEWARE’s Block: Away We Go
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With music easily made and readily shared by new artists every day, there are hundreds of high quality songs that fly under the radar. Every week, @BEWARE4 scours the web to weed out the dimes from the duds and share the wealth via BEWARE’s Block, a collection of eight buzzing tracks from artists currently breaking ground in their respective genres.

Kemba — “Deadass”

With the release of his new album Gilda, Kemba has officially graduated from this column. After years of grinding his ass off and carving out his own lane, the always evolving Brooklyn MC has seemingly released his breakthrough album, offering an eclectic page-turner full of unhinged emotion, at all costs. Highlights include the eerie “Nobody I Can Trust,” the maxed relaxed “Exhale” with Smino and of course “Deadass,” a stand-up-bass-driven banger that shows Kemba letting loose and deflecting bullshit at all costs. Support Kem’s evolution and stream Gilda in full here.

Sahtyre & Trizz — “Hades”

Even the most beautiful places on Earth can feel like “Hades.” That’s the theme here, as Sahtyre and Trizz combine forces for this rattling title track from their recent collaborative EP, which explains how Los Angeles doesn’t always offer the most uplifting surroundings over flattening West Coast synth bass and relatively subdued drums. These two Cali killers compliment each other quite well, so make sure to check out their full Hades project here.

2kbabysage — “Old Streets” Video

There’s a good chance you already know “Old Streets” from 2kbabysage. The Louisville rapper’s simmering block-based single is starting to make waves, thanks to 2k’s impassioned, melodic flow, which somehow feels both original and extremely familiar. If you aren’t hip, dig into the somber yet powerful knocker above and nod along indefinitely.

J Brown — “Give It 2 U” Video

Using a vocoder and pulling from El Debarge are great ways to earn my attention. Not that I matter to J Brown, who is clearly aiming for the ladies with his steamy new single, “Give It 2 U.” The record is earning love locally, as the Detroit singer’s traditional R&B vibe resonates for all audiences and stands out amongst redundant radio hits off rip.

Nick Varsity — “River Days” Video

Despite the name Motor City, Detroit has a strong boating culture, being on a river and all. Nick Varsity is riding that wave heavy on his new single “River Days,” offering a smooth sailing, sample-based jam to cruise, even as the boats begin being to be put up for the season. Nick’s delivery is A1 on this.

Ketch P Feat. Bubba Rock & Rim — “Middle Finger Trophies” (Prod. By Blizzard)

Catch New York and Detroit breaking bread on “Middle Finger Trophies” from Ketch P, Bubba Rock & Rim. The soulful, no-nonsense collaboration is filled with intricate bars, royal wordplay and game for days. I’m just trying to keep up, to be honest. Soak up more shine on Ketch’s full project Gift Certificate, when it drops later this month.

Ay Wing Feat. Chuuwee & Shuko — “Orange Dreamer”

A lot of songs talk about drip, but this new single from Ay Wing feels like you’re standing in an ocean. With no 808 kit in sight, this sun-soaked record is a three-minute-long audible retreat, providing paradise in the form of a perfectly-made R&B-rap collaboration that gets the most out of everyone involved. Saving this one, and so should you.

Raspy Tayler — “I Don’t Wanna Go” Video

Couldn’t help but run back Raspy Tayler’s “I Don’t Wanna Go” more than a few times. The Boston rap-singer’s latest release is a hypnotic singalong about breaking up with his ex, that sucks listeners in with wavering melodies filled with spiteful honesty and new found confidence. Raspy might have one here.

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