Obie Iyoha Shares New Single "Lost In America" via The FADER

Photo by Megan LaCroix

Obie Iyoha may be a new name to some, but the 25 year-old Nigerian-American emcee's vivid stories bring you into his world and make you feel like they're your own. "Lost In America," the first single from Obie's forthcoming solo debut album Midnight Run (out January 22nd), paints a colorful picture of his journey, with vivid scenes that play out over vibrant production by Chisom Uzosike.

The youngest member of the hip hop collective known as The Black Opera, Obie asserts his range as an artist, his wisdom beyond his years, and his Nigerian heritage.

“‘Lost in America’ is a tale about the actions and consequences of peer pressure due to a lack of guidance. A looking-glass to going astray on the not so sunny side of America, as an African boy.”

— Obie Iyoha

The song was shared exclusively on The FADER yesterday. Listen to "Lost In America" below. Pre-order Midnight Run on iTunes here.  

More from Obie on SoundCloud | Twitter | Facebook 

Illa J And Soulful Newcomer David Morin Co-Headline The Studio at Webster Hall Wednesday, January 20!

Doors @ 9PM. Purchase Tickets here.

Fresh off fourth quarter releases of respective solo albums, rapper, singer, and sogwriter Illa J and rising neo-soul sensation David Morin  converge on Webster Hall's The Studio for a night of electrifying hip hop and soul fused with jazz. 

The talented younger brother of legendary hip hop producer J Dilla and former Slum Village member, Illa J, returns to NYC after tearing the house down at Cameo Gallery in Brooklyn for his album release show and touring Europe late last year. His self-titled Bastard Jazz debut is out now.

Lauded by critics as "the next big thing in music," multi instrumentalist and soulful singer David Morin kicks off 2016 having opened for  Hiatus Kaiyote in his hometown of Vancouver and will be making his live NYC debut with his live band on the 20th in support of his debut solo album  Every Colour (out now via Bombay Records). Morin's feel good fusion of soul, hip hop, and jazz are majestic, his riffs and vibes reminiscent of contemporary luminaries Musiq Soulchild and D'Angelo.

The show at Webster Hall will also include a mind-blowing set by west coast beat-making extraordinaire Jansport J (of Delicious Vinyl). With production credits ranging from Snoop Dogg, Ab-Soul, Kool G Rap, and AZ, to World's Fair, Blu, and Freddie Gibbs, Jansport is sure to rock the house.  The night will also feature DJ sets from Aaron DRM, Erik The Red, and Nav, providing just the right mix for vehement hip hop purists and golden age r&b/soul heads. 

More from Illa J on: 
Facebook | Twitter | IG | SoundCloud

More from David Morin on:
Facebook | Twitter | Sondcloud | YouTube

Check out the latest from David Morin and Illa J below.

Sabatahj Debuts New Single "Old Skoo" On The FADER

Midwestern newcomer Sabatahj is the heir to an age-old tradition. With a vast imagination, the young adept multi-instrumentalist, producer, rapper, singer, and songwriter out of New Albany, Indiana has retooled smooth '90s RnB with '80s funk grooves in his latest single, "Old Skoo," which he shares today exclusively via The FADER. With Zapp and Roger-inspired talk-box melodies and sensual southern finesse, the song is a slow ride, retro-futuristic tale about a man trying to convince his lady friend into taking a joyride. "Old Skoo" follows the success of Sabatahj's 2013 cult-championed Guilty Pleasures mixtape.   

Listen to "Old Skoo" on SoundCloud below.

Follow Sabatahj on social media:  Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Illa J Sets The Booth Ablaze In XXL's 'Family Ties

XXL's Family Ties gives artists of legendary bloodlines a chance to shine. Previous guests have included Big Pun's son Chris Rivers, and Lloyd Banks' brother Loui V. For the latest edition, Illa J, the talented younger brother of legendary hip hop producer J Dilla, steps up to the plate. Watch above, and check out the full story here.

The Black Opera's "Something Outta Nuthin" Debuts on 2DopeBoyz.com

By now you may know who the core members of The Black Opera are, but the collective remains fairly protective of its origin. With the 14KT produced "Something Outta Nuthin,"  Jamall Bufford and Magestik Legend let you know their transformation was not only for the sake of creativity, but out of necessity.

The song serves as the first single from TBO's new compilation album "Protect The Code," released on Black Friday (11/27).

Link to "Something Outta Nuthin" on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/tboradio/something-outta-nuthin-audio/s-edlqN

Link to Debut of "Something Outta Nuthin" on 2Dopeboyz.com: http://2dopeboyz.com/2015/12/09/the-black-opera-something-outta-nuthin/

Georgia Anne Muldrow Debuts Official Music Video For "Queen Knockingstein"

Prophetic soul goddess, rhymer, singer, and beat maker Georgia Anne Muldrow is "Queen Knockingstein" in her new trippy visual collage for the official music video for the funky instrumental track of the same name. 

  The track opens Georgia's latest beat tape project "oLIGARCHY sUCKS!," which was recently re-released via  SomeOthaShip and Foreseen Entertainment.    

Curated and completely conceived by Georgia herself, the video is a nod to the wealth of the unique character, and originality of some of the inspirational figures that have influenced her, including James Brown, Joe Louis, among others. For more visual art tributes to greats such as Kathleen Cleaver, Eddie Hazel, Marcus and Amy Garvey, and more, visit Georgia's Tumblr and Instagram.

"Royalty is a way of being, not what someone can't have. It's better when people can think for themselves. Inner truth is where the real power is. Find your inner truth. Don't be ruled. A lot of things we subconsciously do are because of oligarchies." - Georgia Anne Muldrow

Link to "Queen Knockingstein" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5RwXKQEertY

Link to Premiere of "Queen Knockingstein" on Okayplayer: http://www.okayplayer.com/news/georgia-anne-muldrow-queen-knockenstein-video.html

Purchase "oLIGARCHY sUCKS!" on iTunes here and stream on Spotify here. 

Jack Preston Debuts New Music Video For "Day By Day"

ATL maverick, Jack Preston, and director William Feagins Jr. are back at it, as they bring us the official music video for "Day By Day," from Preston's sonically ubiquitous summer release, "End of The Future." 

The song and video come right on time for the start of the work week.

"Day By Day was written with the intention of motivating one through times of growth and aspiration. Daily dedication is vital for us to reach our goals, maintain vital rituals, and navigate the healing process. If you are one who's experiencing any of these things, I hope this song helps get you to the next morning."  - Jack Preston

Watch "Day By Day" on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LZmVtT8wiF4

Link to premiere of "Day By Day" on RollingOUT.com: https://t.co/B7mEopCpYK

Isaac Castor Features In XXL's 'The Break'

XXL Magazine recently caught up with upcoming artist Issac Castor. The Ann Arbor, Michgian native released his newest project Hight Art, produced by Arjun Singh, and XXL got the scoop on his music, methods and ambitions. Read the full article here. 

The Black Opera Debuts Music Video For "Rich Like You" on WatchLOUD.com

Magestik Legend of the once covert rap crew, The Black Opera, recently posed the question “why can’t we be political using trap music?" "Rich Like You," the infectious standout from the group's lauded "The Great Year" LP, does just that, and today, we get the song's official visual treatment. Directed by Andy Madeleine, the third set of visuals from The Great Year flaunts an irreverent bounce, but in true TBO form, a message is packed between the BPMs. 

The dark and menacing, yet fun and "fly" music video for "Rich Like You" follows the summer releases of solo albums from both founding TBO members Jamall Bufford and Magestik Legend ("Freedom Is" and "Legend Has It").

Be on the lookout for The Black Opera's forthcoming compilation album "Protect The Code," set to drop on Black Friday.  Thank you to our friends at WatchLOUD for the world premiere of "Rich Like You." Be sure to check out their 'Verse Behavior' feature where The Black Opera breaks down lyrics from the song.

Isaac Castor DEBUTs NEW SINGLE "Grimy" On earmilk.com

On the heels of the release of Isaac Castor's brand new opus, "High Art," completely produced by up-and-coming producer Arjun Singh, the Michigan-based emcee relinquishes the project's third single and standout "Grimy." Featuring Static The MC, who happens to be the son of none other than Hov's mentor, Jaz-O (aka the Originator), the banger finds the young rhymers trading razor sharp bars in impressive double-time flows.  

Thank you to our friends at Earmilk for the world premiere of the song. Listen down bottom. 

"High Art" is the world's introduction to Isaac Castor (fka Gameboi), and features Boldy James, Antwaun Stanley, and more.