Taking the more recognized elements of modern rap music while offering an undeniably subtle yet unique twist is where you find the freshest of bangers as Michigan-based rap artist and songwriter Mitt Picasso who has been building up a dedicated sound by incorporating a slap melodic rap structure while adding the flavor of trap grandiose and sing-song element on the vocal territory. He is not afraid to improvise which has seen him blend hip-hop, R&B and melodic trap to bring rap music to new heights- his music is energetic and effortlessly catchy; one definitely not to miss!
He has released his first ever EP, “Destiny” which was a major treat for his birthday that echoes his journey through life to where he currently stands- it has been one hell of a rollercoaster ride with some smooth and bumpy rides along the way. Documenting life and its elements including the foreseeable future, this 7- track collection that artistically trickles down from the title is the absolute mark of a consummate wordsmith!
He has been facing demons and lyrically details an emotional candor in the track, “Demons.” Making its way from the hauntingly touching melodic keys, this tune slowly and artistically gains color and depth and is complemented perfectly by Picasso’s emotion-filled vocals that are in perfect sync with the cadence of the charming beats. This is the ply of a father who is prepared to do anything to see his kids have the life they desire!
He doesn’t want to live forever in “Essential”- just long enough to see his kids do better and become successful in life! The percussive piano intro at the base followed by the warm build-up before the honest approach in lyrical height backed by his stunningly auto-tuned vocals makes this a certified timeless masterpiece. His way of rap-singing over the melodic beats resembles Lil Baby’s and instantaneously engrosses any listener. When you see him around, “Talk to him nice or don’t talk to him anymore!”
“So Much Pain” features some cinematic buildup with the way the prolific drums blend with the alluring keys and percussions right before the tremendous melody is added life of its own with the deep phased bass and atmospheric synths to design a full trap sound that is otherwise escorted gloriously with his raw and emotional vocals that slink in their west-coast inspired swag with clarity and distinction. You can feel the sad raw emotions through his vocals and is what makes this powerful tune a deeply resonating one that will enable so many listeners to find solace in its comforting lyricism!
As he faces demons on “Them Cold Nights” he assures us that his feelings will always remain the same, they will never change! In this endearing masterpiece, he featured fellow trapper MoneyMaad who goes so hard on his verse with his smooth and slinky vocals that will uplift and soothe your spirits. His witty lyrics provoke deeper thoughts about love while sharing some perfect complimentary bars to the theme of this addicting tune. This inimitable duo was certainly the perfect combo for this adorable smash hit!
“ILY Unconditional” is a rap ballad with lyrics echoed in the reassurance of unconditional love. The gist of this melodic stunner resides in the emotionally pulling chorus section that is easily quotable and engaging. Dedicating this to your loved one count as an easy way to ask them what it is they want as you are prepared to give them everything (the world included!).
“New Audemars” stirs with the lush keyboard intro as Picasso joins right in and proves why he is in a whole new different league of his own lyrically and otherwise. This is one of those therapeutic melodies that you just want to get lost in; headphones over your ears just being caught up in the melodic moment as his words serenade your bare exposed soul.rea
“Yours Truly” is the last track off of this magnificent EP and is the main melody that closes this awe-inspiring performance with some show-stopping lyrical stunners. He featured MoneyMaad who like always does not disappoint with his knife-edge lyricism complementing the tune in all the most luxurious ways. This tune seeks honesty and is deeply relatable since most of us have had to pretend that we are fine whereas we are hurting inside! Instead of all that, we can set ourselves free by seeking closure so that we can move on with our lives without feeling burdened.
“Destiny” is now available for streaming on all your favorite streaming platforms- follow the attached link and immerse yourself in these over 16 minutes of pure fantasy and splendor and don’t forget to add your favorite tunes to your playlist!
Katika wimbo wao mpya wenye mchangamsho “Play Your Clarinet!”, Into the Blood wanaunganisha midundo ya kielektroniki inayoshika kwa urahisi na mgeuko wa kusisimua: solo la klaneti lenye mionjo ya jazz kutoka kwa Peter Fuglsang. Uchezaji wake unaongeza mguso wa uchezaji wa moja kwa moja unaokamilisha msingi wa kidijitali wa wimbo huu, na kuunda tukio la kipekee kabisa la kusikiliza.
Wimbo huu utazinduliwa kimataifa tarehe 22 Novemba katika lugha 11 tofauti—ikiwemo Kiswahili, Kifaransa, Kiingereza na Kichina n.k.—pamoja na toleo lisilo na sauti za kuimba.
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Toleo la asili la “Play Your Clarinet!” pia linapatikana kwenye rekodi ya vinili ya inchi 12 kama sehemu ya mradi wao mkubwa wa Destination 11, unaojumuisha video ya muziki ya dakika 11. Video hiyo imewahi kuonyeshwa katika matamasha mbalimbali ya kimataifa ya filamu fupi, na hadi sasa tayari imeshinda tuzo mbili nchini India, kufikia hatua ya fainali kwenye East Village New York Film Festival na Las Vegas International Film & Screenwriting Festival, nusu fainali kwenye Seattle Film Festival na robo fainali kwenye Synergy Film Festival huko Los Angeles.
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Montreal-based pop sensation and LGBTQ activist Van Hechter is back with “Boy Problems,” a stunning new single. The track merges his signature upbeat charm with rare emotional depth. Hechter, known for hits like “Disco Brother,” “Hot Damn,” and “Love Elastic,” reveals a new side to his magnetic electro-pop personality, offering a message that is both radiant and raw.
At 4 minutes and 24 seconds, “BoyProblems” is a bilingual (French & English) eruption of glitter, melancholy, and empowerment. It’s built on irresistible synths, glossy production, and pulsing basslines. The song invites listeners into a world where heartbreak beats in rhythm with liberation. The melodies feel euphoric on the surface, yet are stained with a haunting vulnerability, proving that dancing and deep feeling can exist together.
At its core, the song is a manifesto about refusing to settle for half-love. Van delivers lyrics that make you sway, smile, and suddenly pause; the truth stings. If love isn’t loud, real, and fully given, he’d rather walk away. It’s a reminder wrapped in rhythm: loving yourself means refusing the small version of what you deserve.
Filled with Hechter’s signature humor, glamour, and optimism, “Boy Problems” is a club anthem and a soul-stirrer all at once. The bilingual lyrics expand its emotional reach. The track feels at home anywhere, from Parisian dance floors and New York rooftops to headphones on a bus or speakers at Pride.
This is a jam that makes you feel like you’re flying, free from pretense. It’s definitively dance-pop and unmistakably Van Hechter, though the smile has a real heartbeat underneath. Listeners will hear that signature flair; he’s still cheeky, stylish, and unapologetically queer. His artistry is simply sharpened with new emotional honesty. This is a growth moment, delivered with a wink and a synth hook.
“Boy Problems” is a significant step beyond a simple catchy single. It’s a toast to self-worth. A glittering rebellion against lukewarm love. A reminder that the dance floor can be a place to heal. This sonic centerpiece belongs on your playlist, and on your friends’ too.
Sometimes a song shows up like that friend who kicks open the door without knocking, grinning and saying, “get your shoes, we’re leaving.” “Tule Tule,” the new single from South Sudanese artist TR Craze featuring Jamaican-UK rapper Caine Marko, moves exactly like that. The track is bold and charged, carrying the weight of lived experience while stomping over a dark, menacing drill beat that feels built for the streets as much as the club.
TR Craze’s backstory reads like a movie script Hollywood studios would fight over. He was born in South Sudan, shaped by the trauma of civil war, and pushed into the harsh realities of refugee life. He literally survived the treacherous routes through Libya and across the Mediterranean Sea to reach Europe. This man distills survival into rhythm. On “Tule Tule,” you can feel that heart, that urgency, and that fire in his delivery, channelled into a raw, assertive drill performance that cuts through even if you don’t understand a single word of the opening verse. At its core, “Tule Tule” is a raw, assertive drill track that isn’t afraid to bare its teeth.
The word “Tule” comes from Nuer. It refers to youth games and the electric thrill of chasing something, whether that’s victory, joy, or destiny. TR Craze uses that spirit like a drumbeat beneath his voice. The choruses hit with a communal, call-and-response warmth but here that playfulness is flipped into a gritty, chant-like hook – “Tule Tule” – that feels like the rallying cry of a crew on the move. Even without translating the lyrics, the tone tells you everything. This is about motion, pursuit, celebration, and refusing to stay stuck in the past, all wrapped in an unapologetic, high-adrenaline atmosphere. Lyrically, the track leans into street life, dominance and crew loyalty, matching the tension in the beat.
Behind them, producer Kyxxx builds a dark, tense soundscape, stitching drill drums with Brazilian bounce and Bhangra-flavoured rhythmic elements that keep the track constantly on edge. The result is a gritty, energetic and unapologetic atmosphere that pulls you straight into their world.
Then Caine Marko slides in for the second verse, and the whole energy pivots into a sharp, swagger-heavy bounce. His flow is clean but gritty, confident and confrontational, shifting between braggadocio and sly charm.
“She knows I’m a wolf and I run the pack,” he starts, classic alpha talk, but delivered with a laid-back grin. “She come first like running track,” he continues, flipping between affection and athletic metaphors like a man who’s too used to moving fast.
Then he opens up the verse more: “Doing dirt and getting with a bitty, I only pretty… then back to the city. Got me some liquor then it got me some weed.” It’s lifestyle rap, but the reckless, unapologetic kind. It’s the messy, outside-at-night, live-in-the-moment vibe that balances TR Craze’s more grounded narrative. When he ends with “you going to hang with the gang,” the energy snaps into a group-hyped finale, a reminder that music like this isn’t meant to be consumed alone, underlining the crew-first loyalty at the heart of the record.
“Tule Tule” works because it blends worlds without softening its raw, street-hardened edge. It merges East African emotion, Caribbean-UK swagger, drill and hip-hop grit, Brazilian and Bhangra textures in Kyxxx’s production, diaspora storytelling, and a spirit of joy that refuses to be dimmed by pain.
Let “Tule Tule” run while you’re walking, cooking, texting, or plotting big dreams – or getting ready to step out with your crew.