China Shadae SINGLE "Pull Up"

China Shadae's  latest single “Pull Up” should surely be added to your R&B playlist. For starters, China Shadae’s voice is incredible and her talent is undeniable, shining bright in this record alone. I think this song flowed so perfectly because she was in alignment with each element of the beat. The beat is another thing that I really love simply because that is one of the most inclusive parts of a song. You may not remember the words to a song but you’ll always remember a good beat, credits to Geronimo Approved, Hossy and TCF Live. I noticed the inspiration from Bobby’s Brown “Every Little Step I Take” in the chorus, I think she definitely it tastefully and creatively. One thing about China Shadae, her hooks and choruses are consistent in their ability to captivate. That’s another thing that makes a song memorable and really adds to why I like this song. This isn’t the only song of hers that has me intrigued, songs like “Secret Love” and “Burn”  have also been added to my library. It’s no question that China Shadae is making her way into the mainstream world of R&B, the only question is when.

Check out China Shadae’s latest single and more and let us know what you think! 

/Peazy from CW

Leo W3ST- “Outside” MUSIC VIDEO

Chicago Native Leo w3ST describes a typical Saturday morning from his childhood in his new music video for “Outside.” We see an adult w3ST on the couch playing video games as the camera gives a quick pan to then find his younger self taking his place. The early 90’s nostalgia hits instantly as young w3ST gets his day started while wearing a Dennis Rodman Piston’s jersey and the chorus opens up with “Saturday morning, Mighty Morphin’, sugar coated cheerios…” What an undefeated combo! We see the current w3ST again, this time dressed as a mailman, tour guiding us through his memories of hitting up corner stores for snacks, traveling through the neighborhood and gathering his friends on the way, and kicking game to girls with plans to sneak around with them later on. He reminds his audience of how much fun it was to actually spend the day outside- in fact it was preferred in comparison to nowadays where everyone, even the adults, would much rather be indoors. The pure bliss of feeling untouchable as we traveled blocks away from our house from sun up to sun down with our neighborhood buddies, being influenced in the best and worst ways (little Leo w3ST gives cigarettes a try when he runs into his other homies at the park who are significantly older than he is) is something that many of us 90’s babies like w3ST treasure in the back of our minds. And all of this occurred before those street lights came on!… It better had at least. Tell me how YOU feel about “  Outside ” Milwaukee. /Naomi-Re’a for CW

Cam Will- “What Do You Want?” MUSIC VIDEO

On October 21st, Cam Will dropped a new single,“What Do You Want,” a ballad about the young rapper’s personal experience with being in a back and forth romance with someone that he was dating once upon a time. He briefly gave some background on this story in a short video on his insta page prior to releasing the song to the public. A few days after the drop, the music video was released. This black and white visual, starring Model Julia Papillon, is short and sweet. She is greeted by her boo at the front door to her home and instantly they begin to have a playful evening- they’ve had a little bit to drink, they’re playing cards and being silly around the house. Meanwhile, during this seemingly adorable moment, Cam Will’s lyrics bleed through describing the emotional consequences of having to move on from someone whom he had been waiting on before; someone who didn't choose him back in the end. Before long, her person of interest ends up looking at his phone while she walks away to grab their drinks and tells her that his time with her is up. As they hug each other goodbye the main lady is seen with a glum look on her face. The camera quickly pans over to Cam Will sitting in his car peeping the last bit of their interaction with each other before pulling off; his last look at her before deciding to move on. Whew, the feels! Tell me how YOU feel about “ What Do You Want?” Milwaukee. /Naomi-Re’a for CW

Huey V- “Mixed Personalities” MUSIC VIDEO

There’s no letting up from Milwaukee’s own Huey V. The WHMG artist’s views continue to rise into the millions and he’s getting the right attention from some major media outlets. His latest music video “Mixed Personalities” was exclusively premiered on BET Jams & Hot 97 late September telling the story of how the grind towards musical success can cause one to become distracted from certain promises made to those closest to them. Huey V is seen coming home to his girlfriend only to be rejected by her due to his repetitive disloyalty. An argument forms and the scene changes to Huey V still in conflict with her over the phone while in bed with someone else. Mixed messages and blurred expectations are heard throughout his lyrics. The back and forth of being forgiven and forgotten takes a toll on both sides and there seems to be no clear direction for this relationship. While in a red lit room he expresses “...The grass aint always greener though, When I'm in my bag I forget about you..” as he attempts to console his girl who has had enough. At the same time he is passively rejecting his temptress’ efforts to regain his attention, proving this cycle to be nowhere near an end. Tell me how YOU feel about “  Mixed Personalities ” Milwaukee. /Naomi-Re’a for CW

G-Gifted- “Zone” SINGLE

G-Gifted’s newest single “Zone” speaks from the perspective of the ‘strong friend.’ You know, the one who always knows what to say when we need that extra bit of strength but ends up facing a lot of their battles by themselves? Yeah that one (Call them!). While keeping up with the current running theme of his life- self care, accountability, and growth, for which he named his latest project- G-Gifted is also learning to be a bit more celebratory of his accomplishments and has taken on some pride for his development, but not before spitting a few lines of transparency. Without sugar coating his truth, he speaks on some of the elements of his life that have contributed to his depression. From having low self esteem and uncertainty amongst his social circle to having big blows like the loss of his Aunt, the young rapper had a lot to overcome. His silent coping style and strong exterior had given those around him the impression that he was unaffected by life’s day to day obstacles. Of course as people we know that no one is immune to the harshness of life. Through that pain, G-Gifted had become overly humble about the good qualities of self growth but with the triumphant anthem that is Zone, he gives himself that much needed pep talk. The one that we all deserve! Tell me how YOU feel about “ Zone ” Milwaukee. /Naomi-Re’a for CW

2Hi “All Good” MUSIC VIDEO

After almost a year since “White Lighter Bad Luck,”  2Hi is already excited to give us new material! The roll out for his new EP HEY GANG!, which dropped on Monday, started back in August when a snippet of the project’s lead single “All Good” was posted on his instagram. After about a month of promo, the Single officially dropped on September 6th with the music video dropping the very next day. 2Hi is playing into the image of being a menace to society yet I don't believe that the creative element of storytelling has been completely neglected. The exaggeration of illegal activity shown could be an interpretation of how the world chooses to view a collection of young men who operate as a unit and hustle hard with all the energy that they have to give.

“... Brand new bands, count that quick, watch my hands, I’m Good. No new friends, new demands, making sure we All Good...”

The frequent use of red- red lighting, red ski mask, red phones and red scarves are all symbolic of the chaotic atmosphere that is assumed to come from the movement that is young artistry. The grittiness of the camera filter, tight shots, and editing style is similar to that of a docu-film- another example of a platform where certain images are shown to provoke an idea of the lifestyle that young black men are bound to live when they are independant and refusing to conform. It could be all of that, right?

OOORRR…

We are just seeing an energetic 2Hi who enjoys riding around doing hoodrat things with his friends. You tell me… How do YOU feel about “  All Good  ” Milwaukee? /Naomi-Re’a for CW

Tori MF Zo- “Mercury III.” EP

Tori MF Zo is a digital artist with lyrical depth and lots to share. He recently dropped the first part to his 3 part “Mercury” series, Mercury III. He has been a student of Hip Hop’s greats for his entire life and in the past has heavily combined this admiration with his visual editing skills on his insta feed. Although not a stranger to dropping his own music, I think that Zo knows that this right here is some heat! “Where Did my Love Go?” This first track covers themes of detachment, instant gratification and adapting to a cold heart. Zo expresses his innate desire to be better and remain focused but with the reality of a heartless World, he must trade in some emotional value for meaningless moments in order to avoid getting caught slippin’. Nonetheless, he sees his method of coldness as more merciful than what it could be if he had completely abandoned his sense of self- “...Mistaking my kindness, awaken a tyrant. Lucky you met me in days of a simp, Let you had met me in days of a pimp, You would be taking my shit and be paying my rent…”

-oop, Yup that’s what he said.

The tough act only proves to be impenetrable for so long, though. “Weeping Warrior'' is the emotional counterpart to the first track, telling of how the turning of a cruel World will eventually weigh in on One’s sanity and their hope for a more ideal world. The final track, “The All,” is literally just that- “all” of Tori MF Zo’s feelings and thoughts crammed into a single attempt at explaining the World in one view. That view is that the World and the people in it are not one thing. The World starts off as fantasy for some and darkness for others; People are seen as collectively selfish but in all of our hearts we want to help others per the opening quote at the beginning of the song. The World can be small in one perspective and cosmic to those who believe that their words and ideals create the world around them. It is only as we get older that humanity’s true colors show themselves to us. Bravo Tori MF Zo! Tell me how YOU feel about “ Mercury III. ” Milwaukee. /Naomi-Re’a for CW

Deshun Jeston- “Symptoms of Heartbreak” PROJECT

 Deshun Jetson released his first project on August 5th called “Symptoms of a Heartbreak” and it's hitting all the feels. From top to bottom, themes of emotional grief, heartbreak, breakups, and despair are heard from the young musician who’s instagram post on the release date gave some transparency as to what inspired his lyrical content: “I Spent a year and a half working on this project trying to recover from the darkest time in my life. I was stuck in a toxic relationship that was hard to get out of and I lost my little cousin on September 8th, 2021. These songs are filled with a lot of raw and unfiltered emotions showcasing heartbreak…” The intro track is a quick mix of what one’s playlist may sound like after a bad breakup, using songs by recognizable artists like Tory Lanez and Aaliyah before the second track “Time You Wasted” begins, kicking off Jetson’s own heartbreak playlist essentially. Outside of the ability to express himself emotionally, “Symptoms of a Heartbreak” is proof of his skill and talent as a musical engineer and producer as well. The sonic choices that were made were very contrary to the norm of today’s culture of heavy 808s and base. Instead, the sound of this project is that of a classic garage band; the production consists mostly if not completely of the sounds of live instrumentation and raw melodic vocals, cleverly giving us a holistic experience of what true expression sounds like.  Tell me how YOU feel about “ Symptoms of a Heartbreak ” Milwaukee. /Naomi-Re’a for CW