Author: David Smith
Born in San Jose, raised in Sacramento, and rooted in the Bay Area’s unapologetic culture, Beamer is living proof that real ones don’t retire—they reload. Growing up in the thick of the late ’90s and early 2000s, Beamer soaked up the Bay’s legendary hyphy era like a sponge. Mac Dre, Keak Da Sneak, the sideshows, the thizz face—it wasn’t just music; it was life. But for Beamer, that dream had to wait. Life had other plans. Starting a family young meant putting the mic on mute—but not the vision. Fast forward to today, and Beamer’s back, not as some nostalgic…
Elizabeth, NJ – Misty Blanco The Blaquanese Rockstar, lit up the Garden State this past weekend with an unforgettable evening of glamour, talent, and rising stars at her exclusive “Love In The Limelight” Dinner & Met Gala Part 1. More than just an event—it was a statement. Misty Blanco is not only shaking the industry with her unique genre of music called “Melodic Bop”, but she’s also paving a new path for emerging artists through her groundbreaking reality show, Love In The Limelight. Casting has been held in the high-energy hotspots of New Jersey such as—Mr. East in Roselle and…
SPUD—the round, green alien from planet Tateron—is proving that memes and utility can thrive together on Abstract Chain, the zk-powered Layer-2 built by Igloo Inc., creators of Pudgy Penguins. The chain only went live on January 27, 2025, and it’s already positioning itself as a consumer-friendly playground for games, NFTs, and social apps. (CoinGecko) Fast Facts (as of May 26, 2025 · 6:00 PM ET) MetricValue*Price$0.000104 – $0.000114Market Cap≈ $105KDEX Liquidity≈ $96KBuys : Sells5,937 : 46Pair Age3 months, 26 days *Live SPUD/WETH data via DexScreener Why SPUD Stands Out Fair-Launch Tokenomics 80% of supply released straight to the market 5%…
Rapper SKG drops new music video for Thick Red Bone and is her latest banger. Directed by Romeo Visuals which is from off her album “Unfinished Business Reloaded. Rapper SKG born Helecia Choyce has come a long way since rising to fame with songs and features like “Let Em have It”. The LBig Chains, Big Grill. The Los Angeles hitmaker has gone on to collaborate with the likes of Beenie Man, Boosie, Paul Wall, Anthony Hamilton and many more. She unleashed her albums Unfinished Business. Unfinished Business Reloaded and her Spoken Word Album “Deep Rooted” which has since earned her…
Rolling Stone Blog is proud to present an exclusive interview with Fienxsol, the rising artist who’s been making waves in the music scene with her distinctive blend of hip-hop, pop, and rock. Born in Bolivia and raised in New York City, Fienxsol’s multicultural background and diverse musical influences have shaped her unique sound, which is driven by catchy melodies and well-crafted lyrics. A Fusion of Influences Rolling Stone Blog: Fienxsol, your music is a fascinating blend of different genres. Can you tell us more about your musical influences and how they’ve shaped your sound? Fienxsol: I’m glad you asked! I…
Il State Minds (I.S.M.) is a visionary record label owned by Hakim Steward that’s changing the music industry landscape. Founded on the principles of collaboration, innovation, and artistic freedom, I.S.M. is dedicated to investing in talented artists and their music. A Collaborative Environment I.S.M.’s approach is centered around creating a stress-free atmosphere where artists can thrive and reach their full potential. The label’s current roster boasts 4 active artists, all working on exciting projects for the future. One Team, One Vision, One Goal I.S.M.’s vision is built around the concept of unity and collective success. As one team, they work…
2025 is shaping up to be a transformative year for rapper SKG, born Helecia Choyce. As she reflects on her career, she is especially mindful of the 24th anniversary of Tupac Shakur’s legendary album Until the End of Time, a project that holds significant meaning in SKG’s journey. As a teenager, SKG not only wrote and performed on the album’s #4 single, “Let Em Have It,” but she also experienced life-changing support from someone whose influence would continue to shape her career: Afeni Shakur, Tupac’s mother. To commemorate this milestone, SKG has released “Thank You Afeni,” a heartfelt tribute to…
Solomon Williams, a senior at Rutgers University, has quickly become a standout figure in the world of academia, recently receiving acceptance into both Harvard Medical School and Yale School of Medicine. With a perfect 4.0 GPA and an impressive academic track record, Solomon is well on his way to making an indelible mark in the medical field. From the very start of his college career, Solomon displayed exceptional academic prowess. As a freshman, he emerged as the top student in General Chemistry, achieving the highest grade out of all students at Rutgers University. This early success set the stage for…
Misty Blanco, known as The Blaquanese Rockstar, is an innovator in music who has been carving out her unique path in the industry for years. With a distinctive sound that blends various musical genres, Misty has created her own unique genre that combines elements of hip-hop, rock, pop, classical, soul and theatrical music leading her to define what she calls “Melodic Bop.” But it’s not just her music that’s making waves. Misty is about to share her incredible journey in two new books that are set to inspire readers from all walks of life. The two upcoming books, “Melodic Bop…
There’s something hauntingly beautiful about an album that shouldn’t exist. New Age Oblivion, the latest offering from Harvest Runes, is a ghost record from a past timeline, lovingly recovered and reassembled by composer James Wolff, who leads this rotating musical collective with the quiet determination of someone trying to build cathedrals out of broken glass. These songs were born in the belly of a forgotten band—The Cascades—who never quite made it past the local scene in D.C. But years later, the songs still burned in Wolff’s heart. Now, resurrected under the Harvest Runes banner, New Age Oblivion feels like the…