Welcome to TWIB’s Weekly Top 5 Videos. This is a segment where we will be looking at some exceptional visuals from various acts from around the globe. The music video format has been around for decades and through the 90s and 2000s, it has really taken flight from multi-million budget music videos, to mid to low-budget videos with exceptional features. In this section, we will not discriminate but rather highlight some of the creative visuals that pop up on our radar.

 

 

 

 

Vocab Slick x Simone´ Mosely x Equipto – “When I’m Here”

 

Vocab Slick‘s latest video ”When I’m Here” sees him teaming up with Equipto and Simone´ Mosely. The sombre but punchy track sees Vocab paying homage to the people in his life who have passed on. The record is as heartfelt as they come and we hear Vocab really pour his heart on wax while Simone delivers a gripping chorus to tie it all together. The record is produced by Nohokai & Starski and directed by Alex Diaz Pena who makes use of sombre set pieces and performance shots of the artists as they reflect on the present.

 

Lil Bory – “Don’t Make No Sense”

 

Lil Bory“s  new release “Don’t Make No Sense” is a fiery display of bars and the rapper sure brings the big guns to the forefront. Over a bass-heavy and bouncy backdrop, he blends a mix of bravado with witty bars and punchlines that listeners can appreciate. The visual follows suit with a performance shot of the rapper doing what he knows best.

 

 

Vinny Alfano – “Earth”

Emerging rapper/Soundman/business owner Vinny Alfano takes us back to “Earth” in his new song. The track is haunting and moody and his off-kilter lyrical schemes that dwell on real-time issues are quite engaging. The visual style is psychedelic and somewhat dark but sure gets the job done.

 

 

Rio Thomas – “Chin Up”

 

Rio Thomas returns with visuals for his single “Chin Up” which is a soulful tune that sees him exploring his journey as a black man. The record is produced by FROwNS and taken from his 10-track EP titled FROwN Lines. The visual style is simple, and straightforward and really captures Rio’s laidback demeanour and style.

 

 

 

P.U.R.E. – “YIT (Yall In Trouble)”

Suffolk, VA lyricist P.U.R.E. helps us close this week’s list with  “YIT (Yall In Trouble)”. The Willie Downy-produced record is reflective and insightful as he takes us deep into his world and reminds us that it’s not all lovely. His lyrics are vivid and really paint the picture of his surroundings with much gusto. The visuals have a retro ad somewhat calm vibe too, a nice blend of cut-aways, performance shots and seamless transitions.

“Y.I.T. (Yall In Trouble)” is taken from the newly released Penta EP. Penta features three tracks produced by Jamil Honesty (Harbor Kidz, Black House Records) and released by God Mode Records in limited CD / digital formats (with digital distribution by Fat Beats).

NY emcee Stack Skrilla  makes his mark on the site with the visuals for his single “No Kap!!”. The bar-heavy record sees him teaming up with long-time collaborator Ukyuno, who laces him with a brilliant soulful soundscape. Stack Skrilla wastes no time and delivers a gripping performance ripe with vivid lyricism and a distinctly stylish flow to match.

The visual is shot by Wiley Akin who makes great use of performance shots with smooth transitions that capture Stack’s rugged style.

“No Kap!!” is the first leak off Stack Skrilla and Ukyuno‘s joint project JusCuz(which drops this Friday 9/16).

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Psalm One has been putting it down for over 20 years. She is a well-respected MC who has a degree in Chemistry, has toured the world with some of the biggest names in Hip Hop, been on a major label, and even written a book (I am currently reading it and plan to get her back on the show to discuss it).

This episode is all about her from the opening mix to the in-depth interview. I hope you enjoy the show!

Chase March – Word is Bond Theme
Hologram Kizzie ft Ill Esha & Fluffy – Sex is a Weapon
Psalm One – On And On
Oh No ft Rapsody & Psalm One – Same Shit
Psalm One ft Mikkey Halsted – Kids Right Now
Psalm One – Verbs And Nouns
Psalm One – Pyro
Ronesh ft Psalm One – uDontHearMeTho
Psalm One – Rock & Roll McDonaldz
Big $ilky – Eat Your Veggies
Psalm One – Sworn Habit
Psalm One & Custom Made – Shadow work
Psalm One & Custom Made – Big Permm

Thanks for listening!

Original air date – Thursday September 8, 2022

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It’s been a minute since we heard from Vice Souletric but he returns with a brand new record “One Day” which sees him linking with seasoned Detroit emcee Elzhi, of Slum Village fame. The production has a sombre and cinematic feel with its punchy drum grooves and lush vocal samples. The emcees take time to reflect on their journey and all the hurdles they had to overcome to get to this point but till then he promises that it will be alright.

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After a two-year hiatus, British hip-hop OG Fliptrix returns to the forefront with a new single/video “Mantra No. 9”. Over a smooth bouncy backdrop, the veteran rapper delivers an aspiration-filled performance while also showcasing his versatility as a lyricist who goes beyond the norm to deliver the goods. The London-born emcee shares some gems about self-growth and finding freedom by unplugging from the proverbial Matrix and discarding certain things that might be holding one back from progressing.

The visual concept is brilliant as well and blends bright and off-kilter effects with Fliptrix’s stylish performances.

Fliptrix has been rhyming since he was a kid, performing ever since the doormen would let him into Speakers Corner, and his impact on the UK scene is as significant as his songs are adventurous and eye-opening. The London-born lyricist plies his trade as a solo artist, as well as being one-quarter of acclaimed outfit The Four Owls and managing director of High Focus Records.

“Mantra No. 9” is taken from his forthcoming 9th album which will be released later this year under his own High Focus Records.

Stream “Mantra No. 9” on SoundCloud, Apple Music, Deezer, Spotify

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