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Interview: King P Shares Insights on His Musical Journey
Discovering your own musical style is a unique part of every artist’s journey. What sets your music apart? What is unique, or at least uncommon?
• Because I am a true musician first makes me unique. I actually incorporate live instruments in my music. Certain songs I’d record sax parts and other songs I have get a live bass player. Also I prefer my beats to musical with progressions, chords and changes. Some songs don’t need all that and I learned that simple is better so I can have fun on a less musical beat as well.
• Another thing that makes my music unique is the combined style of Hip Hop, Dance Hall, R&B and Pop genres within my music. Certain songs are more dominant in one genre but if you take a listen to my catalog then you’d understand exactly what I mean. All in all I make feel-good music or as the title of one of singles, I make “Good Vibes” music!
“Slip N Slide” is captivating from the start to finish with a combination of unique beats and catchy lyrics. What was the inspiration behind the single?
• THANK YOU!!!!
• Slip N Slide is a fun vibrant song about being on my grind as I quote, “We rock dem shows but they don’t know, these lonely roads, make my dreams unfold!” and I think the first part of the hook says it all melodically, “Straight Vibin, I’m shining, we sticking and rolling….” As it is said in Jamaica, “everything irie” that’ the “straight vibin” part; the “I’m shining” part is the grind coming to light and the “sticking and rolling” part is the fun juke dance style of Miami. To sum it all up, I’m having fun while on my grind! Slip N Slide has the essence of Florida, more specifically, south Florida, particularly a Miami sound. While on my All or Nothing Tour in Los Angeles, California early 2020 (pre-pandemic), just listening to some beats from producer Rockomal of the rap group Suns of Atliens, he played the early stages of this beat and I loved the sound immediately. I wanted to write about LA vibes which I was able to reference a little but the music sounds feels and is Miami. I wrote the 3rd verse and completed the recording of the song in Tallahassee, Florida. We filmed the music video in Miami, Florida on Monday, March 29, 2021 and the video is set to release on Friday May 28, 2021 which is Memorial Day Weekend.
What draws you to your preferred genre?
• Growing up in Miami but also being deeply rooted in the Jamaican culture is what connects me to my sound! Miami is known for fun, vibrant and bounce juking sounds that make you want to dance. Jamaica is known for dance and just pure Good Vibes! Put this background, experiences, sounds and traditions together and through King P, you hear songs like Slip N Slide and Good Vibes and I can’t wait till you hear the songs I have in the vault to be released in the near future!
Which one of your songs has the most memorable story for you? Whether it’s the writing process,
recording sessions or release of the song.
• Good Vibes – On October 1st (missed flight home to Miami and almost couldn’t get another flight) made it to Miami about 11pm and went straight to club Fate where I was a guest appearance for my birthday on October 2nd. We stayed there till about 5 am. From there my friend Camile and I hung out all day and later going to the Ginger Bay restaurant/club before going to the beach and
staying there overnight till midday the next day on October 3rd. As I’m driving, taking Camile home the mood of the song hits me so I call the producer James “Boowie” Murphy and asked if he was available for a session within the next hour; he said yes. “Great, I’ll be there” was my reply. We hung up but he called me back shortly telling me to bring a bottle and asked what vibe I’m looking for so he can already begin to feel it. I described the mood perfectly. When I pulled up to his studio, Boowie had a shell of the Good Vibes beat playing as I walked in and I was smiling ear to ear saying that’s it! We dibble dabbled on the lyrics and before you knew it, we co-wrote GOOD VIBES. It didn’t take long! As we played it back, goosebumps took over my body and I instantly felt like this song will break into the mainstream in a major way.
We made a few more songs that day that had me so caught up, I almost forgot about my flight that I almost missed. I started the release process for Good Vibes immediately; however, I ended up holding the song for a year before releasing after Boowie told me he was shopping the song to major artist. Although that opportunity was huge, I was disappointed. Anyway, months down the line, I had a private listening session with TJ Chapmen, the manager of artists B.O.B. and Trap Becham. When I played Good Vibes, TJ looked at me and said, “what are you waiting on to release this”. I began the Good Vibes campaign soon after and the song began to spread fast as I got calls from everywhere even as far as Germany.
It was two questions that I kept getting asked: 1. Where’s the music video for Good Vibes? 2. Do I have a follow up ready? I had ran out of money at that time so no music video was happening and although I had more songs lined up, no song I thought matched Good Vibes at the time, so no I didn’t have a true follow up to Good Vibes at the time. I just continued to work the song including making Good Vibes merch and launching a series of “Good Vibes shows”. I had a concert at the local premiere club, The Moon with almost 400 people in attendance. Unfortunately, I didn’t finish that concert due to a severe storm randomly hitting that night and turning off power for hours. While continuing to work the song, months later the idea hit to raise money via a Kickstarter campaign so we could film the music video. The goal was $15k and with the support of fans, friends and family we did it! That campaign was intense and hard work, no sleep type of grind! We secured a production team in Jamaica and the rest was history. There were some hiccups on the trip but overall the experience was great and even better the trip allowed me to unite and meet my father’s side of family for the first time in Kingston Jamaica
(https://youtu.be/0CLMQZb-__c). We documented everything, every day of the ten days there we filmed something outside of the Good Vibes set.
How do you go about writing a song? Do you have a melody in your head and then write the other music for it?
• I allow the music to speak; it tells me what to write about based on my emotions and experiences. I never force the creative process, so if I feel nothing, I move on. Sometimes the melody comes first and sometimes the verses come first. The title always comes last and that can change multiple times before finalizing. If you could collaborate with any artist, who would it be?
I’m open to collab with anyone as passionate and serious about their music as I am. To collab with the current industry, giants would be amazing. Artists like Drake, Roddy Rich, DJ Khaled, Kanye West, and even Jay Z would be a huge accomplishment! I specifically like Roddy Rich because I see that he is a real musician using orchestras in his live performance. He has a taste for music and musicianship as I do!
What is one message you would give to your fans?
• Learn yourself, love yourself, be true to yourself and everything will fall in place! Good Vibes to the World!
For our final question, is there anything else you would like to add?
• Last but first I want to share my brand statement: King P (born Phillip Solomon Stewart in Miami, Fl.) is a Jamaican-rooted Hip Hop artist and multi-instrumentalist currently residing in Tallahassee, Fl. who delivers an unmatched level of energy through his Dancehall flair.
• WHAT’S NEXT – Featuring in a major film as the star actor and performing on the biggest festival stages as the world opens up from the pandemic are my short-term goals. What’s immediately next for me is the release of my Slip N Slide Music Video on May 28th. Then releasing more music and more already filmed unreleased music videos for songs like Top Notch, Tonight We Party, Aloha and My Life in Time. Then as an independent record label owner (PALACE MUSIC RECORDS aka KINGP ENTERTAINMENT), I have a special artist single and EP we are getting ready to release in the next couple of months. I am very excited about this project just as I am excited about my projects!
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3B Rich Bring Confidence and Late Night Ambition Into Focus On the Sleek and Hypnotic New Single “Slow Twerking”
Afro Brazilian trio 3B Rich keep sharpening their place in contemporary music with the release of their latest single, “Slow Twerking.” Blending modern R&B, hip hop, and pop with an easy sense of control, the song lands as a hypnotic, club minded track full of cinematic detail and an undeniable groove.
Driven by smooth, pulsing production and airy synth work, “Slow Twerking” reaches beyond the usual dancefloor rush. There is a real story inside it. The track sketches the life of a dancer moving through the nightlife world, holding onto her confidence, resilience, and ambition. Through vivid lyrics, 3B Rich present a woman who commands attention while working toward something larger, supporting her child, investing in her education, and building a future for herself on her own terms.
A big part of the song’s appeal comes from the way the group handles its vocals. Brothers Hi-en, Mr. Spotlight, and J-Royal play off one another with the kind of chemistry that makes the track feel loose and precise at the same time. Verses, hooks, and melodies pass naturally between them. Each voice has its own character, but together they create a polished, unified sound. The hook stays with you, long after the song ends.
On the production side, “Slow Twerking” captures what makes 3B Rich stand out. They move between genres with care, never losing the emotional pull or rhythmic focus of the song. The layered arrangement, sharp sense of rhythm, and melodic immediacy make it easy to imagine the track thriving both on streaming platforms and in a live setting.
The single also arrives at an important point for the trio. As attention around “Slow Twerking” continues to build, 3B Rich are wrapping up work on their debut album. The project is expected to push further into the ideas introduced here, with more genre blending, stronger storytelling, and adventurous production choices. It speaks to the group’s drive to test their range while staying grounded in something genuine.
Originally from Los Angeles and now based in Las Vegas, 3B Rich bring a distinct West Coast feel that is shaped by broader global influences. Their music is marked by tight harmonies, a strong stage presence, and a creative vision that connects different sounds and cultural perspectives. As their catalog grows, so does the sense that they are becoming a genuinely forward looking act, one with the potential to leave a real mark on pop and urban music.
With more releases, live shows, and industry partnerships ahead, 3B Rich are moving steadily from rising talent to serious creative contender.
“Slow Twerking” is available now on all major streaming platforms.
For the latest music, video releases, and tour updates, follow 3B Rich on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok.
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In Sylk McCloud’s Safeword, Bedroom R&B Meets Club Heat as Mr.24 Adds Grit to Bubu’s Midnight Pulse
Rising bedroom R&B crooner Sylk McCloud, hailing from SE Washington, DC, turns up the temperature on his latest single, “Safeword.” It’s a slow burner built for the club, where glossy modern R&B melts into a little hip hop swagger. BuBu The Producer keeps the track sleek and plush, while featured rapper and emcee Mr.24 slides in with a verse that sharpens the edge.
Right away, “Safeword” lands in that moody late night pocket. The instrumental is velvet smooth, but it moves with a steady, hypnotic groove that nudges you closer. Sylk sings like he’s speaking directly across a dark room, soft in tone yet sure of himself. That push and pull is the point, a mix of vulnerability and control, desire and hesitation, all held in tension without spilling into melodrama.
The song takes its cues from the “Shades of Grey” film series, leaning into trust, fantasy, and the charged negotiation that comes with intimacy. Sylk makes the hook the centerpiece, letting the melody do the seducing even as the lyrics get bold:
“Tell me you’re sexy, all positions go
Are you ready for submission
Fifty shades is what I’m giving
Satisfaction all positions
Only one thing missing
Tell me your safeword…”
Those lines set the mood with a teasing confidence that never feels rushed. The chorus is restrained and tempting, built to linger rather than hit and disappear. Sylk’s voice floats above the beat with a magnetic ease, so the hook sticks in your head and in your gut.
When Mr.24 arrives, the energy shifts without breaking the spell. His delivery brings a gritty smooth contrast to Sylk’s melodic glide, grounding the fantasy in something a little tougher. It’s a smart pairing. The two artists sound comfortable sharing the same space, which helps “Safeword” work in more than one setting, from a packed dance floor to a late night playlist you keep to yourself.
A lot of the track’s pull comes from the production choices. BuBu The Producer builds a lush, atmospheric soundscape that matches Sylk’s tone, leaving room for breath, for pause, for that moment before the next touch. It feels designed for slow dancing, for cruising through the city after midnight, or for setting the room’s temperature with intention.
With “Safeword,” Sylk McCloud keeps carving out his lane in contemporary R&B, blending emotional weight with sensual confidence. The single plays like a small, cinematic scene, intimate on purpose, polished without feeling distant.
“Safeword” is now available on all major streaming platforms.
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Some artists slide into a scene and hope the room makes space. Killem KD walks in like the room is already hers. Listen.
On her one take freestyle “Trouble Man (One Take),” the Mound Bayou, Mississippi native makes a clean announcement. She is here, she is ready, and she is finished waiting on permission. In about 1 minute and 25 seconds, KD delivers something that feels closer to a notice than a warm introduction, a warning shot aimed at anyone treating her like background noise.
Her intent is obvious in the way she hits each line. When she raps, “said I’m tired of waiting in corners and closets, it’s my time to shine, I can’t be quiet,” it lands like autobiography, not bravado. This is presence music, the kind that changes the temperature of a track. KD performs like she can feel eyes on her, like the tally is being kept, like silence has stopped being an option. Doubt, gatekeepers, anyone trying to flatten her momentum, they all get drowned out by the force in her voice.
The flow is slick and surgical, rooted in the South and proud of it. Every bar locks into the beat with a cadence that sounds fused, not rehearsed. You hear finesse, then grit right behind it, swagger sharpened by hunger. She stays patient. She doesn’t chase the pocket. She lives in it. The whole thing reads like instinct, not homework.
The video sharpens that feeling. Filmed guerrilla-style outside an old hospital building, it strips the moment to essentials: Killem KD, a mic, and whatever the day gives her. No crew lights. No studio polish. No safety net. Just daylight, concrete, and conviction. A dangling silver microphone adds a throwback touch, nodding to a time when you could measure an MC by breath control and bars.
That location matters, too. Hospitals are where people show up broken, hurting, trying to make it through. KD stands just outside that threshold and spits like she’s the diagnosis, unavoidable, contagious, impossible to dismiss. She closes her eyes at points, letting the performance swing between confession and confrontation. The result feels street-level and cinematic at once, early freestyle energy filtered through quiet urban melancholy.
“Trouble Man (One Take)” doesn’t lean on spectacle. It leans on certainty. KD knows what she brings, and she moves like her moment isn’t on the way. It’s here. This puts her in the lane of artists who demand recognition because the work leaves no other option.
Born and raised in the Delta, Killem KD carries southern soul, raw storytelling, and fearless energy into every bar. She’s pushing to put Mississippi on the map, and a clip like this makes that goal feel less like ambition and more like trajectory.
No edits.
No excuses.
No permission needed.
This is Killem KD, trouble in the best way possible.
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