Long overdue on my end but I’m happy to announce the release of Colour De Grey, an album by DC native Uptown XO of Diamond District. I had a great time at XO’s album release party, lots of love and positive energy at Pure Lounge on the famed U St in the northwest […]
December 26, 2012
For the first time ever TCMA has compiled 6 lists of top artists, releases, who to watch for, and stand out artists of 2012. This week TCMA will release these lists and we’d love to get your feedback so please leave comments! Stay tuned for the first list coming to the site very shortly! Enjoy!! […]
December 14, 2012
First falling in love with Lydia Caesar upon hearing her first single “Lottery” this New York R&B diva finished her full album Caesar this past summer. The album is filled with huge vocals and beautiful sounds and I really enjoy listening to her voice. Lydia just released the visual for her second single “St. Louis” […]
November 30, 2012
Newcomer to the TCMA site and Philly based rapper Neeno Ali brings us this single – “Antonio’s Dream” - a track about a child (him?) that grew up before his time from his latest album The Biography. Listen to the track above and download The Biography here. Follow Neeno on Twitter @lolife_ALI.
November 12, 2012
Amazed with J’Nae Morrae and her production skills. The track above, “Hit Meh,” was featured on her most recent project Chai Tea, a full beat tape that includes original production and samples of some of our favorite hits. I strongly encourage you all to check her out! Follow J’nae on Twiiter @naemorrae to see what […]
November 1, 2012
After a series of released singles and touring stints, most recently at DC to BC’s first hip hop and electronic music festival Trillectro, Beyond Modern finally debuts their first EP today. Known for being extremely experimental in both sound and lyrics, Beyond Modern’s The Beyond Modern EP surpasses the basic electronic sound I was expecting. […]
October 29, 2012
TCMA recently posted Lafayette Stokely’s single, “So Simple” from this project, giving us a little bit of background on his life. Now with the project fully complete, Lafayette gives us his newest release, Life’s Journey, a story told from his own experiences. Described by Stokely as the soundtrack to his […]
October 23, 2012
British spitta’ A Dot aka Amplify Dot aka Ashley was just signed to EMI Music this summer, and as one of the top 5 MCs in London you can easily tell why. A Dot’s demeanor is straight thuggish and her rhymes are both quick and cocky which would win any battle type freestyle there and […]
October 17, 2012
Wordsmith is a rap alum, having been in the game for quite some time now but always staying true to his goal of making positive songs for all types of listeners. Check out his video above for “Essence of Life,” off of his King Noah album which can be downloaded now on iTunes.
February 11, 2013
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