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EXCLUSIVE - The Curator's Touch: How DJ Drewski's Festival Stage Enhances Summer Jam's Legacy
When DJ Drewski's face popped up on our call screen, there was an instant energy, the kind you only get from someone who's lived hip-hop culture from every angle. As we dove into conversation, he took me through his incredible journey from an Elizabeth Jersey kid hustling as a HOT 97 intern to becoming the official curator of the Summer Jam Festival Stage—a position that puts him at the forefront of shaping hip-hop's future. "You gotta understand," he told me, leaning in with that signature Drewski passion, "this station isn't just a job—it's a legacy. And now, I'm helping write the next chapter."
By NWO SPARROW8 months ago in Beat
Ilyeob Choo: Navigating Composition, Production, and Musical Innovation
Ilyeob Choo, a South Korean composer and producer, brings together cross-cultural fluency, innovation, and artistic range in his diverse body of work. His portfolio includes music production, global collaborations, and award-winning film scores. From studio sessions in LA to stages in Seoul, his career reflects how music can transcend genres and cultures to support powerful storytelling.
By Rashila Shahi8 months ago in Beat
Back to the Noughties: Why Y2K Vibes Still Own Us
It started with a pair of low-rise jeans. When I saw them hanging in a vintage thrift store on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles, I chuckled. Weren't we done with these? The denim waistband was comically low, barely a whisper above the crotch, and the flared bottoms screamed 2002. And yet, I tried them on. And something strange happened—I felt good. Not just in a nostalgic way, but in a deeply comforting, familiar way, like putting on a favorite song from high school.
By Fazal Hadi8 months ago in Beat
Artist Spotlight: PR!NCESS
Emerging from Germany’s diverse and innovative music scene, PR!NCESS returns with her latest release, Blue Sky. A refreshing blend of chillout, lounge, and easy listening elements, the track perfectly captures the spirit of a carefree summer day.
By mysoundMusic8 months ago in Beat
Sydney’s Samuel Muir Unveils His Latest Single, "Pester in the Long Way"
Sydney-based artist and producer Samuel Muir has just released his much-anticipated new track, Pester in the Long Way—and it’s everything we didn’t know we needed this summer. The single, which dropped on June 4, 2025, is available in both its radio edit and an extended version, giving listeners two distinct ways to experience this atmospheric yet bold sonic journey.
By mysoundMusic8 months ago in Beat
The Culture Chair: What Chelsey Green’s New Role Means for the Future of the Recording Academy
The Culture Chair: Dr. Chelsey Green Is Rewriting the Recording Academy Playbook By NWO Sparrow When Dr. Chelsey Green stepped into the role of Chair of the Recording Academy® Board of Trustees, she didn’t just take a seat at the table — she brought a whole new set of blueprints. A classically trained violinist, a Billboard-charting artist, and an educator with global impact, Dr. Green just made double history: becoming both the first Black woman and the youngest person ever to hold the position in the Academy’s 68-year legacy. But this isn’t just about representation. It’s about transformation.
By NWO SPARROW9 months ago in Beat
NLE Choppa Doesn’t Care What You Think—And That’s Exactly Why He’s Winning
Why New Artists Should Follow NLE Choppa’s Success Blueprint In an era where hip-hop artists often follow the same tired formula—drop a few singles, chase viral moments, hop on trending collaborations, and maybe venture into fashion—NLE Choppa stands out as a rare example of an artist who truly gets it. While many of his peers remain stuck in the cycle of predictability, Choppa has managed to stay consistent, daring, and universally appealing without sacrificing his authenticity. His approach to branding, music, and cultural engagement is a masterclass in how to thrive in today’s oversaturated industry. If more new artists studied his blueprint, they’d realize that longevity isn’t just about talent—it’s about strategy.
By NWO SPARROW9 months ago in Beat
Better Than a Freestyle: How Spill It’s Cypher Series Became the Ultimate Theatric Showcase for New Talen
The Hidden Genius of Spill It’s ‘Class Is In Session’ Cypher: Lyricism as Theater The moment the camera pans across a dimly lit classroom setup, chalkboards scrawled with hip-hop messaging, vintage desks arranged like pews in a music room , it’s clear Spill It Entertainment’s Sweet 16: Cypher Sessionz isn’t just another rap showcase. The Class Is In Session episode, one of four in this visually stunning series, reimagines the cypher as performance art, where Spill It turns the cypher into a classroom where bars become the assigment and the mic transforms into a graduation cap. This is hip-hop with honors. Featuring rising indie talents like Nikko Tesla, Kony Brooks, Johnnie Floss and Durgaveli, this isn’t merely about spitting bars; it’s about platform building through rhyme, where the set design, fashion, and cadences collectively resurrect the golden era of hip-hop while utilizing today’s rap landscape on a curve.
By NWO SPARROW9 months ago in Beat
Cosmic Jazz Rising
Berlin has long been a crucible of musical innovation—from electronic experimentation in warehouse clubs to classical roots echoing in historic concert halls. But amid the city’s ever-evolving sonic landscape, a new voice is emerging in the world of modern jazz: Yamirah’s Solar Explorers, a trio pushing boundaries while staying grounded in soulful tradition.
By mysoundMusic9 months ago in Beat
