Author: Shawn Mac

We recently spoke with Don Gramur, a talented musician and songwriter, about his latest projects, the economy, and his thoughts on the music industry… HH Examiner: So, Don Gramur. How’s it going? Don Gramur: Everything is cool. Just pushing forward with my endeavors and being my best self. HH Examiner: That’s always a good thing. Especially given the current state of the economy. I’m glad you can keep a positive attitude despite everything. What motivates you to be optimistic during these times? Don Gramur: My personal life experiences. I believe that everything I’ve gone through has led me to this…

If you’re a fan of classic hip-hop, R&B and soul, you may have seen The Styles Report’s posts on social media. Combining performance clips with insightful commentary, the fast growing page has accumulated an impressive following, with over 134,000 followers on Instagram and 66,000 on TikTok. We caught up with the site’s curator, M.K. Tsui, to explain the origins and motivations behind the page. Growing up in the 80s, M.K. developed a love of hip-hop from an early age. “My older brother put me on, bringing home Big Daddy Kane and Public Enemy tapes”. M.K. recalls. “We used to listen…

Houston’s music scene has a record of producing some of the biggest names in music. The southeast texas coast has given us the legendary Beyonce, Scarface, DJ Screw, SPM and in recent years Travis Scott, Megan Thee Stallion, City Girls and Saucewalka. Now on the come up, Lil J & Baby J are a duo that represent everything that this metropolitan jungle is: diverse, busy and deep rooted.The Third Ward born duo Lil J & Baby J have reached our radar with hit songs “ Ric Flair”, “Demon Time” and “Paradise”. Their voices are unique and their style is versatile.…

Pop and rock music gains additional grace and sophistication when blended with more classical tones and textures. In that case, the opposite is true: classical music can develop immediacy and infectiousness from close contact with such contemporary sounds. It is evident in Asher Laub’s classical violin compositions. These tunes can woo the classical fan with their grace and grandeur but also offer something more addictive to the more discerning pop fan too. And never has this been more obvious than on his latest release, Subtle Pulse. Singer-songwriter Porter Singer, best known for her work in the New Age genre and…

Celebrating the Legacy of Ralfiz on his Birthday. Today, the world of hip hop and music as a whole celebrates the birthday of one of the greatest talents to emerge in recent years, Ralfiz. Born as Ralf Zimmermann, the rapper, producer, and underground artist has been making waves in the industry with his unique style, powerful lyrics, and amazing stage presence. With his music continuously being awarded and praised by both fans and critics alike, it’s no wonder that Ralfiz is considered a true gem in the ocean of everyday music. From humble beginnings to worldwide recognition, Ralfiz has come…

Levi Zadoff and Dead Hendrix created a truly captivating EP with their project “Dead Summer,” released in the middle of the last year under The Walking Dead. The five-track EP combines raw emotion, experimental pop-punk and rap-rock sensibilities, and hypnotic melodies. It is clear that the duo has put much thought into this project, and the result is an emotional and powerful story arranged with beautiful musical compositions. With their creative use of sound and lyrics, Zadoff and Hendrix have crafted a dynamic and thought-provoking EP that will resonate with listeners. The EP features some truly great tracks, including the…

The “Money Team” take over has begun. Boss Lady , Uno and The Money team were recently spotted in Miami , during their take over tour. The energy coming From “The Money Team at Money Time Productions is addicting .From the radio interviews, club scene and the stage the Money Team has been creating thunder and noise that is catching attention of many eyes. Already creating a strong buzz in the southeastern region. Boss lady Trista has definitely shown us she is taking “The Money Team” to the top of the craft. Money Time Productions has set new standards for…

57 Freddy drives Rick Ross in His Vintage 57 Bella On His 47th Birthday. Rick is seen to be vibing and chilling with 57 Freddy in his iconic 57 Bella. Rick Ross always flaunts his wealth. Recently he celebrated his 47th birthday on the 28th of January, over four nights at popular locations in the Miami area like Club23, Gekko, Carbone & The Booty Trap.Rick Ross is seen to be in a festive mood on his 47th birthday. Since the beginning of the week, the rapper has celebrated, including one last weekend at Parq Nightclub in San Diego and one…

Meet ILL Ruckus, the rapper who is sweeping the music industry. At a young age, ILL Ruckus’ family relocated to Maryland from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he was born as Christopher Michael Gaines. But he had always had a musical bent, even as a child. Rap songs were something he would remember and recite while they were playing, and soon he was coming up with his own rhymes and developing his own style. As ILL Ruckus became older, he made the decision to further his love of music. He established ILL Ruckus Entertainment, his own record company, and started putting…

Brooklyn’s futuristic pop artist, MAK, has released his new single “You’re The Reason,” with powerful lyrics, infectious melodies and an anthemic synth rock beat, this song tells the vibrant love story of a son and his mom. “You’re The Reason” is now available on streaming platforms worldwide and the full-length music video is live on YouTube. “I had never written a song dedicated to one person and that challenge was quite daunting, but I didn’t go looking for this project, it became apparent that the most powerful love language I had to translate my feelings and emotions to my mom…