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Critically Acclaimed Hip-Hop Producers Mike Smith and Jonathan Hay Crossing Genres With Charts & Nominations

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Multi-platinum hip-hop producers Mike Smith and Jonathan Hay have a jazz duo that goes by Smith and Hay. They’ve had two Billboard charting jazz projects with Jazz [Deluxe] and then the albums’ stellar sequel Jazz Part Two. Brain Zimmerman of JAZZIZ Magazine called Smith and Hay “the genre-busting production team”. The duo has received critical acclaim for their new cover album of Eric B. & Rakim’s classic Follow the Leader, re-imagined in the style of jazz. For this tribute to the iconic Follow the Leader album, the duo collaborated with Mani Ajami, Mike Baker, Atlas Jenkins and master saxophonist Benny Reid, and they released it on the 31-year-anniversary of the original release date.

Aside from their jazz domination, Mike Smith and Jonathan Hay were just nominated for a Dove Award, an accolade by the Gospel Music Association to recognize outstanding achievement in the Christian music industry. The Dove Award nominated single “Beautiful Day” is from the upcoming album Illusion Delusion. Their faith based single has also been remixed by southern rap legend Bubba Sparxxx. Stepping into the country music genre, Smith and Hay recently went viral with “Don’t You Wanna” a crossover single they co-produced for Denny Strickland and Juicy J that debuted on WorldStarHipHop.

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Skanks The Rap Martyr & GStats Hard Bars Take On ‘Martin & Malcolm’ In New Tribute Album

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Skanks The Rap Martyr and GStats Hard Bars announce the release of their tribute album ‘Martin & Malcolm.’ The 13-track project is presented by Anarchy Records and Bankai Fam. It comes with an elite selection of features including Ruste Juxx a.k.a Nat Turner, Big A.V a.k.a Father Divine, Low Banga a.k.a Huey P & D-Strong a.k.a Che Guevara, Milez Grimez a.k.a JFK & Shatike a.k.a Marcus Garvey, Supreme J.A.H a.k.a Allah The Father, Kenyattah Black aka Noble Drew Ali, Bazzo The Great a.k.a H. Rap Brown & Sunez a.k.a Pedro Albizu Campos, Poison Pen a.k.a Bumpy Johnson & Tone Spliff a.k.a Sam Giancanna, and SMACCZ a.k.a Muhammad Ali.

All features take on aliases as past leaders while Skanks and GStats portray Martin and Malcolm. They show off a unique, unmatched lyrical wit sure to leave a lasting impression. Stream the project and connect below.

https://skankstherapmartyr1.bandcamp.com/album/martin-malcolm

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(Video) Chinese Kitty (@OFFICIALKITTYY) f/ Connie Diiamod (@ConnieDiiamond) – “BUGGIN”

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  Chinese Kitty official video featuring Connie Diiamond “BUGGIN”, music video shoot collaboration with Nails Posh Studio located at 1570 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040. Go get your nails, hair and body done today at Nails Posh Studio. Checkout Chinese Kitty record “BUGGIN” featuring Connie Diiamond out now on all platforms. Connie Diiamond https://twitter.com/ConnieDiiamond https://soundcloud.com/conniediiamond-1 https://www.youtube.com/@ConnieDiiamond/videos https://www.instagram.com/_conniediiamond/?hl=en https://open.spotify.com/artist/0XJA8RpM6VgQeIYzjnP8wK?autoplay=true Chinese Kitty https://twitter.com/OFFICIALKITTYY https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesekitty https://www.instagram.com/chinesekitty/ https://www.youtube.com/@ChineseKitty/videos https://open.spotify.com/artist/6x3iaJYt5zLqKIfkrPQme9?autoplay=true https://music.apple.com/us/album/buggin-feat-connie-diiamond/1733751895?i=1733751901 NAILS POSH STUDIO CEO: Shameeka Rosario https://www.instagram.com/shameekarosario/ NAILS POSH STUDIO 1570 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040 Phone: 212-470-7808 https://www.instagram.com/nailsposhstudio/ Appointments: https://www.nailsposhstudio.com  

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New Video: Stephen Herman Jr. & Bubba Sparxxx – Life’s Quite Nice

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Stephen Herman Jr. and Bubba Sparxxx are back with a brand new single, “Life’s Quite Nice,” and it’s a must listen! Originally crafted by Herman Jr., this track took on new dimensions when Bubba Sparxxx got involved, infusing it with fresh, classic energy and depth.

Drawing inspiration from Bubba Sparxxx’s iconic hit “Deliverance,” the result is a mesmerizing blend of heartfelt lyrics, captivating melodies, and soulful vibes that will resonate with listeners of all backgrounds.

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