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Houston’s J.a.y. Young Reveals His “Love.hate." Clip

Directed by DJ Young Samm, the “Love.hate.” music video opens on two inseparable young boys shooting hoops at Milton Park, a snapshot of everyday life spent side by side, “chasing dreams” and embracing the invincibility of youth. As time passes, they inevitably grow and change...

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New Haven Rap Artist Big Wic Drops “Cheesecake”

The "Cheesecake" video, directed by Prince Produced It, carries that same pride into the visuals. Shot across major New England landmarks, including TD Garden, Foxwoods, and UConn, it frames the region through scale and presence...

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Zy Smoke Drops “Forgotten No More”

Zy Smoke is a rising voice from Staten Island’s gritty streets—Shaolin’s own, channeling that raw East Coast fire with a trap-soul twist. Listen to his latest release entitled “Forgotten No More”.

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Listen to "FROM STATEN ISLAND BLOCKS TO LAGOS WAVES" by Zy Smoke

"FROM STATEN ISLAND BLOCKS TO LAGOS WAVES" is Zy Smoke’s latest crossover hit: trap-soul verses hustle through SI blocks (sirens, guap stacking, dodging beef), then evolve into lush Afrobeats escape-Lagos sands, ocean waves crashing, shekere rhythms, tropical heat, and king/ queen romance under the moon.

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Zy Smoke Returns With His New Track, “Body Talk”

Staten Island, NY based singer-songwriter Zy Smoke returns to NxtNow Music with his latest track entitled “Body Talk”. It is late night trap seduction, blending slizzy swagger, bass-heavy beats, and body-language chemistry. Smooth R&B-pure vibe for after-hours playlists.

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D-Shot Shares His New Single/Video “Take A Shot”

Amplified by Synth’s quick cuts and vibrant aesthetic, “Take A Shot” becomes less of a command and more of a knowing nudge, an invitation to “shoot that three-pointer,” shoot that video, or take any of the chances once left on the table. The only thing that matters is tonight—and as long as the drinks keep coming, the soiree rolls on.

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Check Out A-Wax 1 Million’s "Flavor" Music Video

In the “Flavor” music video, as A-Wax 1 Million delivers his bars in graffiti-covered back alleys and parking lots stitched into Washington’s urban landscape, the air of aggression feels anything but performative. It mirrors the real-life volatility of his past—trouble, tension, and a shrug toward consequences…

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Damon Omen Presents “Let’s Go”, With Jerk Da Work

If this doesn’t make you want to move, check your pulse. Brand new on NxtNow Music is Damon Omen’s “Let’s Go”, a very dope track that is built for hustlers who don’t wait on motivation, featuring Jerk Da Work.

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Country/Rap Artist justbrandon Shares “Bury Me On A Backroad”

"Bury Me On A Backroad" is the brand new single by country/rap riser justbrandon featuring critically acclaimed artist and Beyoncé collaborator Willie Jones. The single is released via Gravel Road and features an emotive and anthemic chorus about hoping to lighten the painful experience that comes with loss.

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Negros De La Raza Unveil Their Debut “Para Mi Gente”

The Jorge Newman–directed video for “Para Mi Gente”, executive produced by Mr. Tiger, expands that message visually, unfolding like a love letter to Los Angeles — its neighborhoods, its history, its endurance. Shot across the city, it celebrates Chicano & Latino identity through street-level storytelling of humble beginnings…

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Cali Hip-Hop Duo Pure Order Share “Sovereign State”

In the “Sovereign State” music video, director Dirty Diggs captures Pure Order weaving through the stimulating exhibits in and around the iconic Griffith Observatory—a familiar spot for SoCal locals and tourists alike.

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