Richmond Music Roundup: October 1 – October 31
When it comes to Richmond music, The Auricular is always tuned in. From classic hip-hop and familiar indie rock to cutting-edge electronica and bold punk, we want to hear it all and share it everywhere we can. We aim to highlight the incredible talent in the Richmond music scene by documenting every album and single released here, providing a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to explore the eclectic and captivating music of the city.
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Here is all of the music released out of Richmond from October 1st through October 31st.
Albums
afternumbers lostedtrack by mudgee (Link)
Released October 6th
A beat tape comprised of “lost” tracks from the prolific producer with an ear for dusty samples and reclining rhythms.
Key Track: “wonders”
aleph by possibly (Link)
Released October 19th
Two extended experimental pieces that navigate a twisting path of bubbling noise and chaotic rhythm.
Key Track: “tanpura”
Released October 31st
A robust punk rock jaunt that rolls through familiar yet revitalizing ground, uncovering unexpected turns that demand attention.
Key Track: “Badass Sweet”
Are You There? 4 Melodies by Matthew Costello (Link)
Released October 2nd
Reimagining a single melody across four interpretations, carried by echoing voice and expressive piano.
Key Track: “Are You There 04”
Area 51 by Patrick Henry The Batman (Link)
Released October 10th
The first of five October albums drawn from a hip-hop wellspring of persistent creativity and unceasing inspiration.
Key Track: “Starry Night”
ASHES1 by Tweak (Link)
Released October 5th
Wistful production plays out in the background of this four-track hip-hop musing from a quixotic MC.
Key Track: “FWU”
Atlantis by Patrick Henry The Batman (Link)
Released October 15th
The theme of lost prosperity looms large over this five-track hip-hop statement.
Key Track: “Melrose”
Attention seeking by KASHËEË/Kashedy (Link)
Released October 24th
Themes of self-help and community define this three track underground rap release.
Key Track: “Therapy”
Bad Penny by Dazy (Link)
Released October 21st
An exhilarating ride of inventive alternative that displays the project’s melodic promise through blown-out eruptions and direct transmissions.
Key Track: “Bull Around The Porcelain”
beats vol.2 by Profound79. (Link)
Released October 15th
Twenty meticulously crafted beats from the ingenious producer, arranged alphabetically for a precise listening experience.
Key Track: “Pitchun.”
Black Fonzarelli Project 2 by Black Fonzarelli x Maestro (Link)
Released October 24th
Keen hip-hop from a prudent mind that bridges classic and modern sounds while delivering insightful messages.
Key Track: “Troy”
Burn In Heaven – Decalouge by Leather Hearse (Link)
Released October 31st
Towering heavy metal with relentless, ritualistic intensity that reverberates through bone-shaking riffs and punishing rhythms.
Key Track: “Loud Corpse”
but um by Nuclear Family death cult (Link)
Released October 18th
Avant-garde expression projected through post-punk soundscapes, each distinct yet forming a cohesive pixel in the larger rasterized render.
Key Track: “track 2”
Released October 19th
A dynamic blend of power pop & melodic hard rock crafted by a versatile & enterprising multi-instrumentalist.
Key Track: “Out Of The Blue”
Clutter The Wind by Formations In The Water (Link)
Released October 31st
Three-track ambient suite that gives tonal voice to the perpetual movement in nature and its enduring beauty.
Key Track: “Clutter The Wind”
concert instrumentals by Justin Daniels (Link)
Released October 26th
Melancholy paints the layered tones on this collection of four “concert-version” tracks that intrigue as much as they charm.
Key Track: “discard my heart”
Counter Cult by Against The Crucifix (Link)
Released October 7th
Shadowy electronica that grips the far reaches of EBM and folds them into an adumbral mix of coldwave, darkwave, witch house, and braindance.
Key Track: “Runaway”
DEATH 2000 by DEPRAVITY RISING (Link)
Released October 31st
Authentic lo-fi hardcore that rages beneath a veil of tape hiss, offering pure, thrilling aggression.
Key Track: “BLOODSTAINED LENS”
Disclosure Vol. 1 by Nickelus F (Link)
Released October 31st
A sublime beat tape that mixes dusty samples with clandestine recountings, casting an otherworldly, almost eldritch shimmer.
Key Track: “Counter Clockwise Motion”
“Do You Want to Go…Swimming?” by George (Link)
Released October 9th
Irresistible garage rock that taps into nervy energy, delivering a record both sonically engrossing and lyrically rich.
Key Track: “Settle Down”
The Dreamtape by Cø-Ghøst (Link)
Released October 10th
Soaring electronica that matches the piercing resonance of darkwave with the melodic wonder of synthpop.
Key Track: “Moon Juice Loose”
Released October 9th
A maximalist fusion of power pop and shoegaze that transforms noise into clarity, capturing a band finally in command of its own voice. (Read more here.)
Key Track: “Sixteen Machine”
ERROR_NOT_ENOUGH_MEMORY by S4KUR4 (Link)
Released October 31st
Prismatic electronica that captures city pop, chiptune, vaporwave, and more in its forward sonic gaze.
Key Track: “DESTROYED SP!R!T ”
Experiences From the Dark & Ambient by Helvede x Gump Anbaud (Link)
Released October 31st
A split ambient record where both artists draw on their complete skill sets to convey evocative moods across lo-fi and polished settings.
Key Track: “Fourhorn Sculpin”
fall line by Josie Pondscum (Link)
Released October 1st
Emo folk tales of love, loss, longing, and wanderlust, all set against a textured backdrop of lo-fi murmurs that blend into a expressive sound.
Key Track: “birdcages”
familiar by Grimalkin Records (Link)
Released October 31st
A rich compilation from the recording collective dedicated to marginalized artists that flaunts the unbridled creativity thriving in underground spaces.
Key Track: “What Kinda World”
Released October 31st
A sly, sharp rock record rich with subtle nuance, maintaining its upward gaze despite its thematic downward spiral.
Key Track: “fantom”
A Flicker, A Flame by Tristan Dougherty (Link)
Released October 1st
A brilliant Americana record that balances the personal and universal while exploring love, memory, and time with vivid imagery and rich emotional texture.
Key Track: “Into The Sound”
#FOLLOWMEEKO by MEEKOSAGA (Link)
Released October 31st
A preview of the rollicking artist’s latest work, navigating melodic clouds on the path forward.
Key Track: “Track 4”
Released October 17th
An enhanced edition of the bold 2019 EP produced by Ohbliv, now featuring a remarkable bonus track.
Key Track: “Virginia In You”
Future 42 by Future 42 (Link)
Released October 9th
Contemporary jazz fusion from a technically adept quintet that crafts mesmerizing grooves while showcasing virtuosic interplay
Key Track: “Patiently Waiting”
Geeked Up by BjayXo (Link)
Released October 11th
Roving hip-hop that coils around a crackling core of manic production to drive its forceful message home.
Key Track: “Sendin 100”
Gemini / Gun by Velvet Ruin (Link)
Released October 24th
Modern goth rock distilled into two tension-filled tracks that demand close attention and deliver visceral intensity. (Read more here.)
Key Track: “Gemini”
Get In, Get Out by Tom Sawyer (Link)
Released October 29th
Richmond producer and MC shines on this collection, originally conceived as a Madrid beat tape, now realized as a sharp, worldly meditation.
Key Track: “Uepa! (robado)”
ghost leaves star mountain by god’s girl (Link)
Released October 31st
An ambient exploration of a savior’s ascent from the grave to transcendence, channeling the divergent tensions of salvation and damnation.
Key Track: “if u are father & son, what am i?”
girlish boy / boyish girl by EGG OVERLORD (Link)
Released October 31st
A multidimensional IBM record defined by sharp intent, intricate layers, and inventive vision.
Key Track: “king of the junjle”
The Gorgeous Destruction of the Human Body by ULTRAVIOLENCE x VxCxBxGx x Gruelinator (Link)
Released October 24th
A split goregrind release that dives into grisly surrealism, erupting in chaotic, maximalist noise.
Key Track: “Colostomy Bag Intercourse”
Goronsemble by Biggoron (Link)
Released October 20th
Four sharp entries from the Dwelling Of Duels competition that captures the inventive spirit at the vibrant heart of VGM covers.
Key Track: “Goron Shrine”
Grappling by Petrified Entity (Link)
Released October 1st
Four-track electronica that darts with frenetic sounds and shuffling rhythms, evoking the struggle and surrender beneath a violet-hued skyline.
Key Track: “Fetch House”
Released October 3rd
A classic country EP full of charm and promise, anchored by deliberate songwriting and a confident, polished voice.
Key Track: “Reading For The Takin’ (When You Are)”
Hate Us Cause They Anus by CANNABYSS (Link)
Released October 22nd
Wry, sludgy miscreant doom that deepens the project’s grimly droll aesthetic.
Key Track: “Collapsed Lung”
Haunted Halloween Mixtape by New Nerve Tapes (Link)
Released October 24th
A twelve minute sequence of lo-fi phantasmal recordings curated by the boutique sound cassette label.
Key Track: “Great Pumpkin Waltz”
Haunting Me by Haunting Me (Link)
Released October 17th
A pummeling three-track deathcore record that terrorizes with its menacing tone yet thrills with its crafty design.
Key Track: “eating flowers”
The High Frequencies by Lisa Mychols (Link)
Released October 24th
Punchy power pop rubs elbows with animated alternative on this riotous delight with timeless appeal.
Key Track: “Tonight And Every Night”
Hobbies & Fascinations by The Lampreys (Link)
Released October 3rd
A wonderful experimental power pop record that infuses glitchy textures and atonal twists that both provoke and please the listener.
Key Track: “Once We Found Our Way Home (Do You Believe in Love?)”
Honesty by 200 Packs of Cigarettes (Link)
Released October 25th
A suite of harsh noise divided into two movements that collide and meander, forging an artistic statement from their disparate reach.
Key Track: “Joint 2”
Hypertrophic Keratosis by Hypertrophic Keratosis (Link)
Released October 22nd
A blistering blast of goregrind, seared into a fluid nine-track hardcore torrent.
Key Track: “Track 2”
the [in between] by N I C H E Y (Link)
Released October 31st
First release in three years from the remarkable R&B artist with a vibrant voice and a sinuous sound.
Key Track: “bs”
intergalactic explorer demos by intergalactic explorer (Link)
Released October 13th
Experimental psych-rock that channels worldly ambience into a surreal narrative of recursive abstraction.
Key Track: “spanish godzilla needs sleep”
Released October 3rd
A cosmic music cycle that evokes the mesmerizing ambition of electronic art pop, rich with sensational sounds and a narrative steeped in myth & intrigue.
Key Track: “Avalanche”
Joints Bank: 3rd Deposit by Guaplord (Link)
Released October 1st
The third beat tape from the enterprising producer conceived during a two-week respite that yields refreshing rhythmic richness.
Key Track: “Cash Withdrawl”
July / August by Crown of Thorns (Link)
Released October 17th
A collection of five guitar exhibitions that play with ambient spikes, distorted revolutions, and acoustic strolls.
Key Track: “August #1”
Kashawns last words by KASHËEË/Kashedy (Link)
Released October 19th
Hip-hop determination and grit unfold across five dynamic tracks from the driven MC.
Key Track: “views”
Legacy by Harli Saxon (Link)
Released October 13th
A collection of eclectic instrumentals that traverse familiar American songbook ground while venturing into new, inventive sonic ground.
Key Track: “Soul & Angst”
lessons of inhumanity demo by NECOV (Link)
Released October 4th
A three-song demo from the blackened grindcore trio that uses its raw recording to heighten an already menacing atmosphere.
Key Track: “Detritus hellride”
Live 10/13/2025 by Elabor (Link)
Released October 14th
A contemplative thirty-minute performance of guitar and tape loops that captures the ephemeral genius of this cagey musician.
Key Track: “Drone Fuck (In B)”
Live at Anyfolk by Skyler Foley (Link)
Released October 20th
Recording of a three-song set from the recurring music showcase that displays a penetrating lyrical voice and resonant sound.
Key Track: “Ghost Song”
Live at Goldwing 10/23/25 by Hoof (Link)
Released October 29th
Recording of a thirteen-song set from the Arthur Ashe Boulevard cantina that covers everything from funk-soul to psych-rock.
Key Track: “Chameleon”
Live Trax #2 10/11/25 Tidewater Boat Club Seafood Fest by Night Allowance (Link)
Released October 18th
Recording of a nineteen-song set from the Norfolk hang-out that covers everything from true classic rock to second wave pop punk and modern country rock.
Key Track: “Low”
MAKE IT MAKE ¢ENSE by MEEKOSAGA (Link)
Released October 5th
Chaotic production runs rampart underneath this four-track hyperrap record that darts as much as it pierces.
Key Track: “DURAG”
Mean Reds by Laura Ann Singh (Link)
Released October 24th
A free jazz treasure that gleefully plays with chaos, crafting thrilling compositions of discordant textures that surge and wail, all anchored by a transcendent, wildly distinctive voice.
Key Track: “Highway Monster”
Memory Minus Plus Minus by Sleepytime Trio (Link)
Released October 24th
A compilation of the seminal post-hardcore recordings, capturing the volatile sound that has cemented their status as enduring cult favorites.
Key Track: “Dear Hands”
Midlo Grind Crew by DPW804 (Link)
Released October 31st
Striking grindcore that erupts from the studio, distilling the brutal, terse genre into its raw, abrasive, and gravelly essence.
Key Track: “Disgruntled Postal Worker”
Midnight Transmission by Teenage Cenobite (Link)
Released October 31st
A set of tracks marking the horror-punk outfit’s long-delayed return to synth roots, sidetracked by the pandemic, now realized with renewed energy and focus.
Key Track: “Afterimage”
Missile Beat Launch Vol. 29, 30, 31 by Dr. Data (Link)
Released October 15th
A three-track Twitch contest entry demonstrating beatmaking shaped by nothing but the producer’s expansive vision.
Key Track: “You Cannot Live In The Past”
Mistake by Petrified Entity (Link)
Released October 23rd
Dynamic electronic record that evokes the genre’s shadowy allure through crafty compositions and elusive, haunting vocals.
Key Track: “Burial”
Released October 14th
An extensive and expressive jazz EP that captures the genre’s creative brilliance and emotional depth in just three songs.
Key Track: “Yardbird Suite”
More Macabre by Whip Bats (Link)
Released October 26th
A four-track atmospheric synth horror release, teased in April and following an August album, now available on colored vinyl.
Key Track: “Demons by Dusk”
More! by Dead Billionaires (Link)
Released October 14th
Brilliant punk rock that captures the exhaustion and absurdity of the current climate with melodic grit, incisive lyricism, and unifying rebellious spirit. (Read more here.)
Key Track: “Hopes & Dreams”
Motion Emotion Vol. 2 by EVERYTHING (Link)
Released October 30th
Second entry in a case study of flowing psyche, expanding into a sentimental expanse with a piercing, heart-born sonic exploration.
Key Track: “All Of You”
N8iVE SUN by Patrick Henry The Batman (Link)
Released October 31st
The fifth and final October album from the enterprising MC building an abundant catalogue of assertive hip-hop.
Key Track: “Earth”
NIGHTMARES OF THE PAST by braylnn (Link)
Released October 1st
A longing, fervent heart pulses through every shaking and introspective soundscape on this restless hip-hop record.
Key Track: “CLAIMS”
October Samples ’25 by gray kyd (Link)
Released October 1st
A five-track, five-minute glimpse into the producer’s recent direction that offers both a concise overview and a tantalizing preview.
Key Track: “spacious”
OffThaWall by 3tan x Factory Label ENT (Link)
Released October 3rd
An understated hip-hop record defined by streamlined, nimble production and a reserved yet potent flow.
Key Track: “YeaYeaYea”
Other Spirits, Vol. 6 by kylesbored (Link)
Released October 31st
A spectral beat tape that imbues irresistible rhythms with a sense of thrilling foreboding.
Key Track: “Acedia”
Permanent District by The Treasury (Link)
Released October 22nd
Thrilling electronic born from gritty punk roots and capitalizing on synth-punk and EBM influences to deliver a towering, high-energy statement.
Key Track: “Initialized”
Plague Dreams by Formations In The Water (Link)
Released October 31st
Three-track ambient suite that contemplates the decay of poisoned landscapes and the lingering dread they evoke.
Key Track: “Ritual Shack”
Pop’n That Thang by Jason Brown (Link)
Released October 31st
Sleek R&B and trap record that dazzles with its crisp and cohesive production and versatile vocals leading each sonic charge.
Key Track: “Legs Shakin'”
Problem Child 2 by marqu3 (Link)
Released October 24th
Choice cuts steer this quality hip-hop record that bobs through diverse sounds and styles to deliver a punchy, yet polished listen.
Key Track: “Hop out the car”
PROPHECIES by Kjell Anderson (Link)
Released October 10th
Restlessly intriguing electronica that scuttles between dancefloor fun and the chaos of an overactive mind.
Key Track: “PROPHECIES”
PS by Caleb L’Etoile (Link)
Released October 15th
A ten-track horror art-pop anthology that haunts and thrills, spanning heart-racing frights and slow, menacing chills.
Key Track: “Stoat”
Quarter Saved Quarter Smoked by 99.ZED (Link)
Released October 10th
A vicious tone fuels this fiery hip-hop record that surges with vehement intent through the powerful underground.
Key Track: “Evil Boom Bap”
REDACTED by Johnny Utterback (Link)
Released October 25th
Arcane electronica that embraces its cabalistic conceit with rhythmic runes and tonal teasers.
Key Track: “Radical 194”
Return To Forever: Les Fleurs by Ty Sorrell x Profound79. (Link)
Released October 30th
A vivid postscript to the duo’s groundbreaking collaboration from earlier 2025, revealing the partnership still has plenty of more hip-hop treasures left to unearth.
Key Track: “Enchantment.”
Roofied by a Fed by Green Tips (Link)
Released October 4th
A five-track burst of manic energy from “beercore” punks that offers a scorching disavowal to the current (and pathetic) authoritarian surge.
Key Track: “Cops Can’t Breathe”
Second Leaving by ELEXIN (Link)
Released October 20th
A twenty-minute electronic improvisation in four movements that evokes the out-of-body transcendence humanity has long pursued.
Key Track: “Second Leaving ii”
Seeing Red by Big Red And The Cowboy Killers (Link)
Released October 17th
A Southern kaleidoscope mixing twangy alternative grooves with lively country-rock flair across ten vibrant tracks.
Key Track: “Kick in the Head”
She Witch/Phobophobic by Easy Queazy (Link)
Released October 31st
Two tracks of psych-garage exploring lo-fi abstraction and surreal textures, perfect for autumnal spooks.
Key Track: “Phobophobic”
SHOCKER by DJ Woozie (Link)
Released October 31st
Four-track instrumental haunt from the furried music producer that captures looming dread and abysmal desolation.
Key Track: “Electric Chair”
Solar Solace by slugrat (Link)
Released October 21st
Shrouded cloud rap that wades through dense production to regulate the divergent emotions fueling its bubbling intensity.
Key Track: “scythe”
spiritual moments in cars by newna neroc (Link)
Released October 13th
Striking experimental album that captures the nebulous line between lucid and lost with songs that shimmer at the edge of an existential quandary.
Key Track: “space lobby”
#Ssteppin by Spadescut (Link)
Released October 30th
A fresh record that plunges into the nascent stepTeam microgenre with thrilling abandon, leaving a strong impression through bubbling layers and blown-out harmonics.
Key Track: “Freecutta”
Stone Cold Enforcement 1 by drifstrikeO (Link)
Released October 25th
Three crisp & chic downbeat arrangements that offer both calm and stimulus for a wandering mind.
Key Track: “Terminal”
STUCK IN RICHMOND by 1NASIR (Link)
Released October 29th
Three hip-hop tracks that capture the restless feeling of running in place, waiting for the path forward to open for your upward surge.
Key Track: “Focused”
Study War No More by The Crooked Creek Misfits (Link)
Released October 28th
Another standout entry in the Vocal Rest catalog, this time from a leftist string band harnessing the enduring joy of bluegrass and its unifying communal spirit.
Key Track: “Policeman”
SU700/ok bet by itslolita (Link)
Released October 7th
Two-track breakcore release from the prolific underground creator that gives sonic life to the crawling anxieties of modern life.
Key Track: “SU700”
sublingual infinities by Stephen Vitiello & Edwin Torres (Link)
Released October 31st
Experimental soundscapes that create a shifting interplay of language and cognition, immersing voice and texture in abstract sonic exploration.
Key Track: “try (spirits)”
Talk In Your Sleep by Midlife Pilot (Link)
Released October 16th
Radiant alternative with a pulsing emo core that electrifies with its perceptive lyrical sweep and richly crafted tone.
Key Track: “Bluebird”
THEY ALL MUST DIE by THRONE OF GLOOM (Link)
Released October 31st
Thrashing punk with slicing guitars and ripping rhythms that ignite with reckless abandon.
Key Track: “FOOL’S IDOL”
Think i might by KASHËEË/Kashedy (Link)
Released October 24th
Hesitation, isolation, and ambition converge on this tense three-track hip-hop set, each track casting a wary eye toward the next level.
Key Track: “I gotta win”
Released October 17th
Brilliant alt-country that radiates with vibrant sound while striking deeply with its rich, heartfelt emotion.
Key Track: “Ways To Waste My Time”
TIP OF THE ICEBERG by SLAAT (Link)
Released October 28th
Riveting hardcore from the mischievous beatdown quartet that funnels raw energy and imposing force into every riff and slam.
Key Track: “Slaataclysm”
To Live & Die In VA by Patrick Henry The Batman (Link)
Released October 23rd
Bold, brash hip-hop that airs raw grievances and personal struggles while forging an unshakable, stout identity.
Key Track: “Drug Rats”
Released October 8th
The 21st alliterative installment in a series from a musician deeply attuned to the craft and discipline of songwriting.
Key Track: “Acorn”
(untitled) by The Sparkly Draculas (Link)
Released October 10th
Sprawling cowpunk record that threads a persistent streak of defiant energy and raucous vitality throughout its gritty, untamed soundscape.
Key Track: “down home drag”
Released October 31st
Crafty production meets commanding bars on this dazzling hip-hop performance, perfectly capturing the intricate nuance of the shifting season.
Key Track: “Went Your Way”
Watch Your Step Slick by dietz (Link)
Released October 24th
Dynamic alternative that utilizes the genre’s many shades to unravel the struggles and passions that shape growth and success.
Key Track: “Tennis”
We Are Infinite by Patrick Henry The Batman (Link)
Released October 24th
Eleven kinetic hip-hop tracks that dart across production styles, channeling a restless, overflowing creative mind.
Key Track: “Pharaoh”
4×4 loops by mudgee (Link)
Released October 25th
Beckoning drum beats creak and crawl all over this sandy beat tape with a timeless allure.
Key Track: “grey burgundy”
the 521 group by mudgee (Link)
Released October 25th
A meditative beat tape for the days when life feels like a drifting vapor cloud you just want to sink into.
Key Track: “daleae”
804! (Disc One) by Adam Owusu (Link)
Released October 23rd
The first installment in a mixtape from the forceful hip-hop artist, drawing on vivid city imagery to situate himself at the heart of its creative wellspring.
Key Track: “BUD, NOT BUDDY”
1992 by Chris Penick (Link)
Released October 1st
Resonant hip-hop that balances confessional conversations and slick tracks to shape a narrative of hardship, growth, and triumph.
Key Track: “Through My Heart”
Singles
“Abandoned Chambers Of 36” by $on’ Zai O$Rs (Link)
Released October 31st
A nod to a seminal hip-hop release provides the rollicking MC with a sturdy launchpad for lyrical exploration.
“Alien Hive” by D8-10 (Link)
Released October 10th
Spurting dubstep that mirrors the campaign of an extraterrestrial invasion, calculated yet erratic in its grand design.
“all my friends” by KASHËEË/Kashedy (Link)
Released October 23rd
The search for true companionship gives life to this nodding hip-hop track.
“Allegiance” by Wertlos (Link)
Released October 7th
Spray‑fire industrial metal that pounds with pulverizing force, echoing a sinister beckoning from the abyss.
“Are You There?” by Matthew Costello (Link)
Released October 28th
An aching query rings out between the string plucks on this acoustic plea.
Released October 17th
A commanding rock single driven by a sharp call-and-response between fiery guitars and snappy vocals, anchored by a roaming, purposeful lead guitar.
“backclappers” by lopdropperw (Link)
Released October 13th
Knocking and clapping beats provide the loose pace for this sheering hip-hop track.
“badsweaterweather.” by uncle kizzy (Link)
Released October 10th
Love On Digital meets I Love You. on this sultry mash-up.
“Ballhogsmackers” by Shunfrmda804 (Link)
Released October 22nd
A bumping beat drives two MCs to unleash their bars with sharp intent and relentless velocity.
“Ballin” by OMGDat$Will (Link)
Released October 4th
Ball don’t lie on this melodic murmuring track that fills the spacious sound with its roving tone.
“beautiful hoes” by steelødemøn (Link)
Released October 15th
Murmuring vocals blend into the overblown mix for a dizzying yet luring trap track.
“beheremutt.” by uncle kizzy (Link)
Released October 31st
Free jazz meets neo-soul on this triumphant mash-up. Rest in power, Black Messiah.
“Bent Trees” by Hotspit (Link)
Released October 3rd
Clarity only breeds disappointment in this grove of musical brilliance where fractured emotions bloom through every note.
“best rapper in richmond, va part 1” by rosegoldtemple (Link)
Released October 9th
Opening chapter in a hip-hop study, exploring natural talent and the grind for recognition.
“best rapper in richmond, va part 2” by rosegoldtemple (Link)
Released October 9th
The next movement, a dive into lyrical prowess where raw skill meets hard-earned respect.
“best rapper in richmond, va part 3” by rosegoldtemple (Link)
Released October 24th
Segment three: examining cultivated ability and the credibility that comes from relentless hustle.
“best rapper in richmond, va part 4” by rosegoldtemple (Link)
Released October 26th
The final installment of a rap manifesto, declaring mastery and the authority forged through effort.
“BLACK” by IHATECALEB (Link)
Released October 24th
A foamy chiptune base provides a sturdy foundation for the rhythmic shake and lyrical reach on this smoldering hip-hop single.
“Blatt” by Shunfrmda804 (Link)
Released October 30th
A cold, calculated instrumental gives this manic hip-hop track a terrorizing ambience.
Released October 24th
The tension and thrill of forward motion is brilliantly captured in this magnetic rock track.
Released October 16th
The bittersweet necessity of letting go to move forward drives this acoustic reflection on love’s dual nature.
“born into (hyper-radio-friendly-edit)” by yokedevils (Link)
Released October 3rd
A fourteen-minute experimental composition that erupts from bubbling and liminal ambience into boisterous and thrilling punk.
“bow” by larcenyx (Link)
Released October 9th
Manic hip-hop that frolics within a blown-out mix with frantic bars and darting tones.
“Breed” by KASHËEË/Kashedy (Link)
Released October 6th
Dogma meets pedigree on this playful rhyme scheme that induces a new strain of terpenes.
“The Breeze” by Matthew Costello (Link)
Released October 28th
Fleeting bliss directs the waiting air of this grateful track.
“Buckle Up.” by Korporal K (Link)
Released October 17th
A loosely clamped loop makes way for clever delight on this catchy instrumental.
“Bump szn” by Shunfrmda804 (Link)
Released October 14th
Beats and bars clash with fierce conviction on this stormy hip-hop brew.
“By 11 (Club Remix)” by Zelgin Jackson (Link)
Released October 9th
A bombastic club remix to the hip-hop artist’s June single on tolerant acceptance.
“Can I Borrow Some Sugar” by SpeedBoat James (Link)
Released October 26th
Southern charm luxuriates over the sleek beat of this sharp rap track.
“Can I Get Your Number?” by RDFRD (Link)
Released October 3rd
A sleek dancehall number with flowing bars that make way for a starry-eyed invitation.
“Catch A Ride” by Matthew Costello (Link)
Released October 28th
Acoustic jaunt that captures the lucidity that comes with just travelling with an open mind and welcome heart.
“change up” by exmane! (Link)
Released October 24th
A resigned vocal tone matches the somber air on this downcast hip-hop track.
“Chicago Flow” by lopdropperw (feat. Kai) (Link)
Released October 20th
Turbulent tones fill the gassy, overblown space of this anarchic hip-hop single.
“Chosen” by Jefe Smooth (Link)
Released October 22nd
Lyrics hit a direct mark on this straightforward hip-hop presentation over an understated yet fetching beat.
“Christmas In Milan” by Midnight Hour (Link)
Released October 7th
Slide guitar tones color this ode to Italian respites with a wistful longing.
“CL AB M P O ID” by steak sauce (Link)
Released October 5th
56 seconds of pure avant-garde creation, unbridled to the listener and arcane even to the creator.
“Clean” by Jitness (Link)
Released October 30th
Bombastic hip-hop that winds around a pontifical beat, making room for puffed-up bars full of bluster and force.
“Come Fw Da Bombers (lagsight)” by hav7c (Link)
Released October 19th
Rapid-fire bars rush out onto this staccato-designed trap track.
“coming down (tee grizzley remix)” by bridgesbeats (Link)
Released October 10th
Detroit meets Richmond on this bumping remix of the Coney Island devotee’s 2023 track.
“Connie Dance” by CorvusDaemon (Link)
Released October 30th
An infectious chiptune earworm that doubles as the perfect soundtrack for a carefree day.
“CONTROLLER” by ✧ 00Z€€ ✧ (Link)
Released October 27th
An unresolved sample spins in the background of this supervisory trap exercise.
“Cosmic Realities” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 2nd
A breathtaking Dolores O’Riordan sample gives moving grace to this dashing hip-hop track.
“Crossing Belvidere” by Erin Lunsford (Link)
Released October 17th
A poignant reflection on how emotional overload gives way to doubt and collapse that ultimately blossoms into an ode to resilience and perspective. (Read more here.)
“The Creation of Dust” by Brother Rutherford (Link)
Released October 1st
Prog-rock epic from a visionary multi-instrumentalist and an all-star cast of collaborators, exploring the tension between untouched nature and human corruption.
“cryptic love” by Antisextual God (Link)
Released October 8th
Roaring hip-hop that collides with haunting grindcore undertones, creating a cacophonous and unrelenting sonic experience.
“d0ubl3 d’z” by seriy0use (Link)
Released October 7th
What is the point of this shit, the amorphous MC asks while his wild soundscape boils over.
“Dark Night” by Midnight Hour (Link)
Released October 7th
A rolling rock shuffle chronicles a night both unforgettable and regrettable, capturing its memory in resonant energy.
Released October 7th
The debut single from the Djent/hardcore outfit, named for suffocating beauty, steeped in the intrinsic horrors of the world.
“DINMYDRESS” by Dhajea (Link)
Released October 2nd
Rattling trap that reaches beyond euphoria to grasp the deeper truths humming beneath the rush.
“Dirty Souf Luv” by Engelik (Link)
Released October 21st
An impish ode to phonk and crunk that leaves plenty of room to play.
“do you even feel the same” by braylnn (Link)
Released October 15th
A fervent declaration of love collides with unrequited longing atop an impassioned instrumental.
“Dock Of The Bay” by Five Guy’s named Doug (Link)
Released October 6th
Otis Redding’s 1968 soul standard comes to playful life on this bass-heavy cover.
“Dog & Kit” by dietz (Link)
Released October 14th
Nervy alt-country track that traces fleeting connections and the ache of absence through quiet despair.
“Down Bad” by OMGDat$Will (Link)
Released October 4th
A dual-natured hip-hop track with lyrics plunging into melancholy while the beat reaches upward with an open hand.
Released October 14th
Homespun and heartfelt, this bluegrass collective keeps tradition, feeling, and community alive.
“Dracula (Afrobeat Mix)” by Adam Owusu (Link)
Released October 14th
Afrobeat collides with Afroswing on this flowing gambol, offering infectious charm through its layered rhythms.
“Draggin on shi” by lopdropperw (Link)
Released October 20th
Murky hip-hop that moves through a turbid fog of hip-hop swelling.
“Drake” by 804lo (Link)
Released October 24th
Marching tones get mixed up to brassy levels on this crowded hip-hop track.
“drown.” by trashcat420 (Link)
Released October 21st
Skimming tones paint the tonal night sky on this immersive electronic track that feels suffocating yet inspiring.
“eat soup” by steak sauce (Link)
Released October 6th
A frothy experimental sound collage that makes you want to reach for broth and a pot.
Released October 24th
Sparkling pop tones frame the song’s bittersweet core, blending deep yearning and unconditional love within a lush, opulent rock landscape.
“eyes on yuuuu” by xannaholic x sleezer (Link)
Released October 5th
A study of harmonics and frequency is needed to truly discern the framework of this avant-garde creation.
“feelgoodputtinyadine.” by uncle kizzy (Link)
Released October 4th
The iconic Damon Albarn and Danger Mouse hook cross paths with the rising Houston rapper.
“findawayout” by BagBoy804 (Link)
Released October 4th
A continuous loop of bright tones gives this hip-hop track a feeling of a recurring vision almost realized.
“fix in” by z. (Link)
Released October 1st
A simple yet memorable hook harkens back to classic dirty south on this frenzied hip-hop joint.
“FnPsyko” by Temp (Link)
Released October 22nd
A rabid flow delivered through a computerized pitch justly embodies the song’s unhinged theme.
“The Forever Play” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 8th
Suffocating entanglement fills the air on this nervy hip-hop track.
“FORGIVE ME” by braylnn (Link)
Released October 14th
The search for absolution and compassion paints this sorrowful hip-hop track with an aching hue.
“Freak nasty” by JuneBug (Link)
Released October 1st
Consent opens this invitational track, divided into distinct sections that trace a graceful, loving motion.
“Freestyle beat” by 804 Cdeez (Link)
Released October 21st
Breathy instrumental built around a bouncy woodwind melody and a rollicking beat.
“FrmDaRich” by jefę (feat. Quagen!*) (Link)
Released October 23rd
A sharp use of tension and release defines this swirling hip-hop track built around pausing and oscillating tones and lyrical abandon.
“A Fuss” by TV Battle Stations (Link)
Released October 17th
A slowcore lament of quiet anxieties and unspoken longing, unfolding over tender instrumentation and intimate vocals.
“G.M.N” by 1NASIR (Link)
Released October 26th
A darting mix of beats, tones, and bars makes this fiery trap track one to listen to with a careful ear.
“GANG” by IHATECALEB (Link)
Released October 18th
A playful sidescrolling hip-hop single layered with rich PSG loops, exploring fertile sonic ground.
“Gen5” by Shunfrmda804 (Link)
Released October 20th
Trilling digital notes provide the bright spark for the shadowy stomp that makes up this frenzied hip-hop track.
“get back” by steelødemøn (Link)
Released October 7th
An eerie whistle wisps in the background of this imposing trap track.
“Get Me Some Happy” by Matthew Costello (Link)
Released October 28th
An acoustic confession born from the elusive pursuit of joy and contentment.
“getmechickengrease” by uncle kizzy (Link)
Released October 31st
B’Day era Bey gets hexed by Voodoo on this funky mash-up. Rest in power, Black Messiah.
“Ghosts of Centre Hill” by Matthew Costello (Link)
Released October 28th
A gentle ballad that breathes life into the urban legend of the specters residing in Petersburg’s historic museum.
“Glide On Em” by SpeedBoat James (Link)
Released October 15th
Effortless grace in the face of bitter malice is the best answer, per this skating hip-hop single.
“Got Motion” by Hollywood Bray (Link)
Released October 15th
A slow-burning hip-hop surge unfolds over a taut backdrop, allowing its forceful assertions land with impact.
“Gotta Get Next To You” by John Milano (Link)
Released October 7th
’70s funk that settles into its percussive riffs, letting the groove breathe and come alive alongside a lyrical desire.
“Grass” by dietz (Link)
Released October 3rd
An indie epic that searches for meaning amid the swaying blades of grass, carrying whispers of renewal and the promise of beginnings.
“Half This Shit” by SpeedBoat James (Link)
Released October 14th
The gloves are off on this hip-hop reality check that drops hard truths as dense as the heavy bass.
“HELEN” by IHATECALEB (feat. Eman Archiii VMR) (Link)
Released October 9th
A sidequest becomes a collaborative goal on this rollicking hip-hop rush.
“hello” by Yung Richie Uchiha & Son Zai hiddenleaf (Link)
Released October 31st
Bright tones twinkling around a thumping beat give this hip-hop collab a playful energy.
“HENNESSY” by infj (Link)
Released October 24th
Surreal electronica that splices together a loop over gaseous digital bursts that will have you reaching for your favorite brand of cognac.
“Hight Speed Remix” by VBABY BURNER (Link)
Released October 24th
A snapping hip-hop testimony over a wispy instrumental backdrop.
Released October 31st
A whirlwind of lyrical punches drives this commanding hip-hop track, striking with force and lingering with weighty gravitas.
“Hitting Them Folks (Balenci02)” by hav7c (Link)
Released October 27th
Unrelenting bars weld themselves to the twinkling terror chiming out below.
“Holes Ina Clown (Mayhem Pillsbeforesex)” by hav7c (Link)
Released October 10th
A frenetic pace and macabre theme give this pacing hip-hop track a Lovecraftian glow.
“hollow.” by trashcat420 (Link)
Released October 28th
A cavernous house track that guides melodic breadcrumbs toward the peak of rhythmic pleasure.
“Hot Chocolate” by DJANGO STARR (Link)
Released October 28th
Old-school vibes and tones give this direct hip-hop transmission a relaxed feel.
“I been” by z. (Link)
Released October 9th
A pausing instrumental loop gives direction the lyrical affirmation on this disclosing hip-hop track.
“I been waiting” by SpeedBoat James (Link)
Released October 4th
Desolate solitude drifts through the late night, filling every corner of this R&B/hip-hop lament.
Released October 25th
A fierce rock track that celebrates the courage to live authentically while confronting the internal and external barriers that stand in the way. (Read more here.)
“i wan hurr choke me” by sleezer7 (Link)
Released October 5th
The surreal escapades of an unseen Dracula haunting the Aqua Teen neighborhoods unfold in chaotic wonder across this feverish rap dream.
“#idk” by seriy0use (Link)
Released October 18th
The rippling soundscape offers more questions than answers in this probing hip-hop conundrum.
“iluvbackwoods” by sleezer7 (Link)
Released October 12th
An ode to rolled tobacco plays out more like a digital corruption than cheeky tribute.
“im just a masochistic boy she does sadist things” by sleezer7 (Link)
Released October 5th
More questions pop up than answers in this confounding underground rap display.
“In Here” by G$PLUR (Link)
Released October 22nd
A clandestine invitation guides this sparring hip-hop descent.
“Ina Kitchen” by Richie Dtn (Link)
Released October 22nd
A chirping hip-hop bounce that finds charm in its rolling Dirty South sound.
“Initialized” by The Treasury (Link)
Released October 15th
Jittery electronica that captures the raw agitation of movement, both literal and figurative.
“insaine barz 2” by z. (Link)
Released October 8th
Off-kilter rhythms and instruments give this slanted hip-hop bluster a feeling of controlled mayhem.
“Inside You (2024 vs 1991)” by fECKwEED (Link)
Released October 31st
A reflective dance track from three decades past, now remastered and reimagined to delightfully juxtapose nostalgia with a fresh sonic perspective.
“Inventory” by Piranha Rama (Link)
Released October 17th
A crunchy garage rallying cry against being priced out of your own humanity in today’s commodified world.
“ion know” by Spadescut (feat. soulja) (Link)
Released October 23rd
Roaming sounds clear the stage for the lyrical theatrics at play on this bounding hip-hop track.
Released October 10th
Mesmerizing noir-pop that pairs restless lyrics with twitching tones in a package that’s utterly striking.
“it is what we make it” by vossnos (Link)
Released October 5th
An advancing hip-hop instrumental that progresses with each rhythmic step through a fog of melodic doubt and creative intrigue.
“JASON” by Spadescut (Link)
Released October 31st
Pamela Vorhees’ baby boy inspires the terror and menace on this horror-trap track.
“Just Believe In Me” by Midnight Hour (Link)
Released October 7th
A country plea for support and trust over a relaxed boom-chick rhythm.
Released October 3rd
Alt-country is truly for lovers on this delightful track with plenty of refreshing lifts and entertaining swells.
“KICKFLIPS” by John Bradberry (Link)
Released October 22nd
Lush rock that unfolds as an exhibition of a refined musical trickset, highlighting rhythmic flips, sonic rotations, and intricate layered movements from seasoned experts.
Released October 21st
One of the year’s standout cross-genre collaborations, this rap-rock track captivates with its hypnotic blend of intrigue and sonic wonder.
Released October 13th
Polished production makes way for bold bars on this striking collaboration between two of the area’s premiere artists.
“KurtCobain” by TuuTheBro (Link)
Released October 2nd
The grunge icon provides the thematic foundation for this pounding and warbling hip-hop rumination.
“#l@iiid_0ff” by seriy0use (Link)
Released October 25th
Canonically, the last song listened to for this column and as such, running on fumes. But here goes… A chaotic soundscape that tells the tale of homeless grinding, dodging cops, reflecting on lost friends, past hustles, drug-fueled chaos, and survival, chasing money, chasing freedom, and searching self-growth, all within in a restless city night. End scene.
“Last Time I Checked” by WTO Sco (Link)
Released October 2nd
Street-certified trap runs the game on this hip-hop cavalcade of relentless will and lyrical finesse.
“Lid Luther King #omgbaby” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 8th
Nimble phrasing propels this hip-hop track with a rhythmic bounce landing each bar with effortless poise.
“Lidora Explora” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 8th
Sharp production allows the indulging musician to bask in the spacious terrain between R&B and hip-hop on this savory single.
“LIFE ISNT FAIR” by MEEKOSAGA (Link)
Released October 11th
A jittery shake gives this hip-hop play a nervy crossover.
“life on namek part 1” by SonZai O$Rs & Sal Nasty O$Rs (Link)
Released October 31st
Warm keyboard flourishes provide bright waypoints on this smokey hip-hop exercise.
“Lift Off” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 13th
Hip-hop impulse finds escape velocity on this explosive hip-hop ascent.
“Like The Old Times” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 5th
A sly choral rendition of “Time After Time” fills the hazy background on this glossy hip-hop flourish.
“Lonely Life” by Midnight Hour (Link)
Released October 6th
Soft rock that tells the tale of a search for clear direction.
“Longitude and Lititude” by John Milano (Link)
Released October 7th
Bounce across the worldly grid in this focused groove, intensifying as it accelerates.
“Loose” by Una the Uno (feat. Enphamus) (Link)
Released October 3rd
Dashing bars frolic across this freewheeling hip-hop romp, buoyed by bouncing beats and snapping rhythms.
“Love Me Tender” by Matthew Costello (Link)
Released October 28th
Elvis Presley’s seminal 1956 ballad finds a new reverent voice on this rich cover.
“Love Me, Love You” by Vexine (Link)
Released October 31st
Enchanting blues rock steeped in smokey atmospherics, transporting listeners to a back room of dim lights, worn floors, and the intimate warmth of a swaying crowd.
“LOVE N AFFECTION” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 28th
Hip-hop murmurs code switch between melodic direction and rhythmic rumbles on this humming track.
“MADE IT OUT” by Zzo1x (feat. MYONDRE & R3ALRELL) (Link)
Released October 31st
A careening hip-hop track that explores flight and release over a propelling backdrop of rhythm and layered samples.
“makee a hit” by kraang (Link)
Released October 19th
Undulating hip-hop segmented into a drifting traversal of relay and return.
“me and you” by vossnos (Link)
Released October 15th
Emotive cloud rap that bangs on the wall of its echoing conclave with impassioned pleas.
“me he him and i” by z. (Link)
Released October 8th
A precise march of lyrical insight and candor cuts sharply through the tense alarms of this revealing hip-hop release.
“Men From The Gutter” by Teenage Cenobite (Link)
Released October 21st
Shadowy synthwave glimmers lure the listener deeper into the furtive atmospheric of this cagey soundscape.
“misswhenwedied” by shanexo x sleezer7 x Misa Blade (Link)
Released October 31st
A pair of MCs try to make lyrical and rhythmic sense of this playground of avant invention.
“Mistake” by Petrified Entity (Link)
Released October 8th
Mechanical tones strike and tremble in this churning coldwave creation.
“MODELO TIME” by MEEKOSAGA (Link)
Released October 10th
Worldly samples help pay tribute to the beloved Pilsner on this wry rap track.
“Mollywop” by ✧ 00Z€€ ✧ (Link)
Released October 24th
Bustling samples and rhythms scurry underneath a direct trap statement on this furtive single.
“A Monument Standing at the Edge of Decay” by Paratextures (Link)
Released October 1st
The seventh installment in a series that showcases the project’s interdisciplinary vision, building immersive sonic environments through densely layered soundscapes.
“Moog Groove (2024 vs 1990)” by fECKwEED (Link)
Released October 31st
A ’90s dance track rooted in analog synths, now paired with a modern mix that highlights its timeless energy.
“Mossiah Flow” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 7th
Ear-turning production opens up for a gliding lyrical display on this shaky yet sleek single.
“MTB x TATTED+ UP” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 17th
Melodic musings swirl around the bursting sound on this rampant hip-hop release.
“My Slimes” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 13th
A graceful piano line imbues a tender shade to this brash hip-hop bluster.
“Nasty dancer” by Shunfrmda804 (Link)
Released October 14th
Walloping percussion pounds on the walls of this nervy hip-hop observation.
Released October 3rd
Insomniac introspection tells the tale on this hypnotic track from the skunky rocker.
“neeedhurrrsobaddd” by sleezer7 (Link)
Released October 5th
Hyperpop compressed within an avant-rap framework, leaving ample space to swell and luxuriate.
“NEMESIS” by tyty rexx ✩ (Link)
Released October 31st
Terror fills the backdrop of this tearing trap track full of melodic menace.
“NeverFold” by DJ Harrison (Link)
Released October 8th
Richmond’s musical pillar channels his expansive artistry into a sonic hymn on fragile mortality, blending minimalist form with maximalist intensity.
“New beat” by DEADMANSLAND804 (Link)
Released October 17th
A steady drumbeat anchors your focus as shaky bass and wandering tones gallivant across this sly hip-hop instrumental.
“new.beat” by DEADMANSLAND804 (Link)
Released October 29th
A towering march advances forcefully on this severe hip-hop instrumental.
“nine lives” by hernbean5150 (Link)
Released October 31st
A soulful hip-hop affirmation straight off the dome from one of Richmond’s true musical treasures.
“No Hits (Classical)” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 28th
Piano flourishes contrast the patrolling beat on this parading hip-hop display.
“No Soda” by Hollywood Bray (Link)
Released October 9th
Pulsing samples clear the lanes for the controlled lyrical swerve on this blustery hip-hop track.
“northlawn nights (Afrobeat Mix)” by Adam Owusu (Link)
Released October 15th
The Fire Nation’s crown jewel gets rich rhythmic recognition on this delightful dance track.
“NotLikeYou” by icarus444 (Link)
Released October 9th
Foaming tones lend this hip-hop scheme a tangy edge.
“Nu Bluz” by Engelik (Link)
Released October 1st
Old-school theatrics paint the backdrop on this muttering hip-hop digression.
“O’Doyle Rules” by Nickelus F (Link)
Released October 2nd
A terse yet potent offering from the underground hip-hop legend that leans into the Sandler-and-Herlihy–created world to deliver choice bars over a chiming loop.
“on my mind” by Kris Almighty (feat. shiver Bruce) (Link)
Released October 5th
A haunting instrumental paves the way for deep reflection on this pensive hip-hop track.
“One Plus One” by The Melody Chamber (Link)
Released October 22nd
Lush jangle pop that captures the disorientation of hopeful yearning and unrequited longing.
“OneDem1s” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 28th
A contrast between lavish tones and gruff lyrics drives the sharp pull of this lurching hip-hop single.
“Only Tonight” by Stoloboy (Link)
Released October 10th
Lyrical lament fills the melodic melancholy of this trap-infused R&B track.
“otto caps” by hernbean5150 (Link)
Released October 22nd
Dreamlike production matches the chimerical tone on this crafty hip-hop track.
“Over You” by Scott DuPre Mills (Link)
Released October 11th
A psychedelic tessellation that stretches toward the cosmos, propelled by a free-range sound and a visionary scope.
“Peace nd Luv” by Engelik (Link)
Released October 12th
A background of hyperpop opens up a path for a domineering flow on this strong-willed track.
Released October 31st
Lush, spacious production lets this Doors cover roam and resonate.
“#p3rish” by seriy0use (Link)
Released October 14th
Haunting guilt swirls in opposite motion of this hypnotic hip-hop trance.
“Pibroch” by Deeer (Link)
Released October 7th
Instrumental doom metal that channels the lingering dread of unresolved reckoning, festering beneath the surface of our shared human frailty.
“Pink Lemonade” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 13th
Revving sounds in the backdrop present an emotional blender mixing the song’s signature taste.
“Plavalaguna” by 804E (Link)
Released October 12th
The melodic work at the climax of Luc Besson’s iconic work is chopped up and spliced around on this tense instrumental.
“playin tag” by kraang (Link)
Released October 5th
An absurdist cat-and-mouse theme drives this hallucinatory hip-hop track.
“Playin w the Razor Blade” by Antisextual God (Link)
Released October 8th
Ruinous themes loom large over the blown-out sound of this corroding single.
“Playing Ghost” by Mickey and the Crash (Link)
Released October 31st
A pulsing siren call that unfolds like a free-form lounge tune from an inclusive watering hole tuned to everyone’s unique wavelength.
“Playing with Dynamite” by hbiba (Link)
Released October 14th
The volatile nature of relationships is explored with clarity on this art-pop gem, offering equal empathy to both accepted estrangement and fraught intimacy.
“pleadtha5th” by sleezer7 (Link)
Released October 31st
“Was that Annie Lennox?” you’ll wonder, parsing the shifting layers of this audacious rap experiment.
“Pleasure @ Midnight” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 13th
Afternoon delight gets flipped on its head in this hip-hop track presenting gloaming crave.
“poison girl” by EC x so4p (Link)
Released October 8th
Crooning hip-hop that casually brushes up against doo-wop, carried by its effortless sway and sugary vocals.
“posion” by Antisextual God (Link)
Released October 28th
A controlled mix lets the prolific hip-hop artist’s sonic menace resonate with full, chilling effect.
“Pot Roast” by zuro (Link)
Released October 1st
Digital tones fume in the background of this simmering hip-hop mania.
“PRAISETHEDEVIL” by Antisextual God (Link)
Released October 1st
Umbral hip-hop that revels in its malevolent tones and pernicious sonic oppression.
“PRINCE ZUKO (Afrobeat Remix)” by Adam Owusu (Link)
Released October 10th
A fetching melodic frolic fills the dance floor with hypnotic charm on this sharp track.
“Project X” by Hollywood Bray (Link)
Released October 18th
Carefree chaos masked as fun powers the engine of this exhilarating rap joyride.
“Project_155 – Detroit” by Darkdizzy (Link)
Released October 23rd
Bass plucks and smacks provide the launch for this intriguing pluggnb instrumental with a curious set of tonal samples.
“PUSHING LIMITS” by 1NASIR (Link)
Released October 11th
A tempered tone tells the tale of testing thresholds in this tight trap track.
“Quickdraw Shit” by jefę (feat. KillSubi & Quagen!*) (Link)
Released October 12th
A bold declaration of bluster and bravado drives this commanding hip-hop avowal.
“quit this weed” by KASHËEË/Kashedy (Link)
Released October 19th
Sober desires roll out over a playful vocal sample on this puckish rap track.
“Rainy nights” by Son’Zai O$Rs (feat.Rizzo da Great) (Link)
Released October 31st
Surprising yet familiar samples surge underneath this lyrical beeline from two direct MCs.
“Raspberry Juice” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 28th
Warbling vocals capture the tart emotion of this aching track.
Released October 10th
Call it pop rock or soft rock, this dazzling single proves the genre still has treasures to offer, most of them in the hands of this exceptional performer.
“RememberMemories” by TuuTheBro (Link)
Released October 19th
A sparkle of nostalgic fondness drives this fetching hip-hop sway through glitzy production.
“richmond” by bloodburn (Link)
Released October 10th
Indie soul from a producer-performer immersed in lush layers of fluid rhythm and expressive tone.
“The Richmond Rip” by Scare-Ick Godscream (Link)
Released October 15th
Virginia’s capital gets its own Monster Mash, reimagined as a lively ska romp packed with local landmarks and playful, infectious energy.
Released October 17th
Grungy ambience saturates this tunneling rock track, providing a fitting release for its pensive exploration.
“ritual venom” by Antisextual God (Link)
Released October 1st
Stalking notes creep in the backdrop of this noxious hip-hop menace.
“Rollin Rollin Rollin” by Hollywood Bray (Link)
Released October 19th
Exultant brass tones are pitched up to match the volume of this ardent hip-hop track.
“RoseGold$$” by Yvng rich (Link)
Released October 31st
Underground hip-hop that shuffles through a revolving instrumental to deliver its surreal-tinged assertion.
“Rush Hour” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 8th
A bumping hip-hop joint that features a chorus of voices in the background propping up the swirling lyricism.
“Rva flow” by lopdropperw (Link)
Released October 4th
A babbling, crooked rap track that surges wildly and unfolds with manic intent.
“Sabrina Segment (Remix)” by Lucaa (Link)
Released October 24th
A dramatic and sophisticated remix to the singer’s own 2016 debut single.
“sadincelmusic” by sleezer7 (feat. trapskell) (Link)
Released October 5th
A raspy voice plays with the lo-fi aesthetic of this underground rap trial.
“save me” by icarus444 (Link)
Released October 25th
Mournful pleas direct the sorrowful soundscape built on samples equally sharp and somber.
“SCABS” by Silico (Link)
Released October 31st
Bellowing beatdown with a shade of nu-metal from the roaring quartet with little love for a proletariat traitor.
“scitzo devil” by Antisextual God (Link)
Released October 16th
Rhythmic thumps almost match the fuzzed-out heights of the manic vocals on this satanic hip-hop spiel.
“Seasons” by ham (Link)
Released October 31st
A dusty instrumental that rings out like a lost recording, capturing the surveying of an idyllic farmland that is untouched by human debasement.
“SeeNMe” by TuuTheBro (Link)
Released October 19th
A commanding voice cuts through the expansive layers of rhythm on this kinetic hip-hop track.
“sendin shots” by kraang (Link)
Released October 12th
Hypnagogic hip-hop that embraces the spliced-up nature of modern releases, giving the track a hyper-surreal sheen.
“Settle Down” by George (Link)
Released October 2nd
Genius garage rock that maps the tightrope between outside pressures and inner friction.
“Severns Sundown” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 28th
Twilight sets on aspiration and ambition on this gloomy hip-hop single.
“shawn kemp” by steelødemøn (Link)
Released October 29th
Reign Man gives a thematic jumping off point for this bullying trap track.
“She Must Be Candy” by Jason Brown (Link)
Released October 19th
Polished hip-hop that turns a romantic salute into a domineering declaration.
“SHINITWINZ – BRITNEY!” by GRAVEDIGGER & YUNG FLEX (Link)
Released October 30th
Using a publicized meltdown as a jumping off point, this swerving hip-hop track shows the loss of control over a strained beat.
“Show Me A Band 1k” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 8th
Posh tones revel in the background of this musically rich and lyrically gritty track.
“Shut Up” by Hollywood Bray (Link)
Released October 12th
Scurrying electronic tones set the stage for this racing hip-hop rollick.
“sippin devils blood” by Antisextual God (Link)
Released October 17th
Sensory overload fills the space of this demonic hip-hop toast.
“Sittin’ on a Thot” by Cin The Ciege (Link)
Released October 3rd
Inventive alt-R&B that juggles rhythm and tone in a mesmerizing display, letting each element shine as a distinct, memorable voice in the mix.
“Slave to Your Loving” by Jason Brown x J-Fly (Link)
Released October 19th
Sleek R&B that guides over understated piano chords and a minimal beat to deliver rich emotion.
“Slide For You” by NassyG (Link)
Released October 22nd
A fractured, aching core reverberates through a mind grasping for clarity on this conflicted hip-hop track.
“Slide Through” by Jason Brown (Link)
Released October 19th
A fetching R&B invitation that glides effortlessly across its swanky soundscape.
“Slippery” by JuneBug James (Link)
Released October 2nd
A sultry ode to carnal desire, paying homage to the raw emotions mirrored in a receptive body.
“Slow Funk (2024 vs 1992)” by fECKwEED (Link)
Released October 29th
R&B-infused electronica from the New Jack era versus sultry neo-soul from the digital age.
“smack dat” by BagBoy804 x casperdaghost3 (Link)
Released October 31st
Obscenities collide against a twinkling instrumental loop and pulsing beat on this brusque track.
“Smoked Out” by D8-10 (Link)
Released October 15th
A spaced-out dubstep track that mirrors the urge to drift away and release the day’s pent-up tensions.
“Smoovwords” by 804E (Link)
Released October 18th
A sleek instrumental that proudly slides over its ear-turning samples and shuffling beat.
“Snowfall” by ACITYASLEEP (Link)
Released October 30th
Mesmerizing coldwave that fills the space with as much lyrical intrigue as it does tonal mystery.
“SnowGlobe” by Raie Lenicx (Link)
Released October 12th
Vocal murmurs course the dusty enclosure of this wintery orb of a hip-hop track.
“Solidarity” by Discipline (Link)
Released October 31st
Ransacking hardcore track that bolsters the call for class unity by whatever means necessary.
“Someday I’ll Find a Way” by John Milano (Link)
Released October 7th
A persistent wish gives this rock track its forward drive from twinkling strum to jam climax.
Released October 9th
Lithe tones lend this agile rock track a subtle jazz sheen, weaving the delicate, web-like textures its title evokes.
“SPRAIN” by Raine (feat. ALBOE) (Link)
Released October 22nd
A commanding hip-hop track disguised as a relaxing radio bop, complete with forceful bars that strike with precision.
“Squeeze Me” by SpeedBoat James (Link)
Released October 10th
Tense reconciliation with the aftermath of a physical compression and recoil leading to an emotional clasp and impact.
“Start” by Midnight Hour (Link)
Released October 6th
A direct blues procession turns into a full-blown jam parade.
“STAY HURT” by TORTURETWINN x Stare Away (Link)
Released October 27th
The desire for shared suffering fills the bitter air on this entangled coldwave track.
“STBB970 (Cells)” by Oskarr (Link)
Released October 9th
A frantic, record-scratching instrumental that delights in short and bumpy runtime.
“A Step Ahead” by Emerson Dent Zobal (Link)
Released October 3rd
Piercing folk that offers universal insight and intimate reflection through the poetic lens of a quietly observant voice.
“StepFarther.” by TuuTheBro (Link)
Released October 19th
Bold rhythms with a metallic sheen give this surging hip-hop single grand forward motion.
Released October 8th
Musical powerhouse Benji Wilson steps to the forefront on vocals for the first time on this astonishing and cunning single from the textured rock aces.
“Stop tippin” by Shunfrmda804 (Link)
Released October 25th
A memorable piano line spurs on this furious drive on this raging rap track.
“sugarwater” by Adam Owusu (Link)
Released October 14th
An electronic bop that navigates melodic currents through its expansive sonic journey.
“SURF’S UP” by ✧ 00Z€€ ✧ (Link)
Released October 4th
This isn’t Brian Wilson’s emotional oeuvre, but it is a trap wonderland of bumping beats and prowling vocals.
“Take A Chance” by John Milano (Link)
Released October 7th
Fundamental soft rock that tells the tale of passionate longing over snappy snare taps and loving sax asides.
“The Takeover” by WTO Scor (feat. BiggBrattzz, Corli, ItsWakk) (Link)
Released October 23rd
Four pushy MCs take the mic with bold bars and big presence on this gritty trap drill.
“talking to god” by KASHËEË/Kashedy (Link)
Released October 11th
An enterprising beat gives this spiritual plea gumption and impulse on this spurring rap single.
“Tha Return O_ PLUR” by Engelik (Link)
Released October 1st
A loose hip-hop stomp that circles a return to form over a stalking beat.
“Thank You For Being My Friend” by Cole Sullivan (Link)
Released October 5th
A touching tribute to the people in life that keep us moving through the hard times so we can relish all the good times ahead.
“Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye” by Matthew Costello (Link)
Released October 28th
Tender cover of The Casino’s 1966 doo-wop classic.
“thewaylifegoes* (apollored1 remix)” by GRAVEDIGGER (Link)
Released October 9th
The Atlanta rapper’s 2024 single is remixed and reimagined, adding a different yet equally solemn resonance.
“They nuttin” by lopdropperw (Link)
Released October 3rd
Wayward desires fill the bars on this devious hip-hop variant.
“This Train” by The Melody Chamber (Link)
Released October 2nd
Rolling jangle pop that captures the miles our minds race around a singular thought in hopes of closure or clarity.
“ThisIsMyMonaLisa” by Darkdizzy (Link)
Released October 20th
A sharp pluggnb instrumental that navigates a winding path of melodic intrigue with rhythmic aplomb.
“Throawed” by icarus444 (Link)
Released October 15th
Purling hip-hop energy coils tightly within a crisp, controlled crimp.
“too late for love” by hernbean5150 (Link)
Released October 4th
A forty-second hip-hop vignette that blends memory and immersive sound into a brief yet lasting impression.
“too numb” by steelødemøn (Link)
Released October 23rd
Lurching rhythms and tilting tones give this trap advance a leaning ambience.
“trapfailed” by sleezer7 (feat. trapskell) (Link)
Released October 5th
An according is diluted in movements on this curious experimental rap entry.
“Travelin On” by John Milano (Link)
Released October 7th
The call of the road gives life to the roaming notes on this soft rock carol.
“tricerotops” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 8th
From ceratopsian dinosaurs to decorated grapplers, this song’s lyrics vault through whimsical imagery with boundless energy.
“Turn It Up” by SpeedBoat James (Link)
Released October 16th
Party-ready banger with crowd vocals amplifying the fluid power flowing over the slick beat.
“turnt” by sleezer7 (Link)
Released October 5th
An experimental transmission of hurried vocals and circuiting tones.
“Twisted Visions” by Liquid3rdeye (Link)
Released October 19th
Prowling hip-hop that examines its distorted gaze while enveloped by a shadowy beat.
“Unibersal Lub” by Astral Empathy (Link)
Released October 14th
A buoyant electronic jaunt that mirrors the festive rush of connection with an effervescent, jubilant spirit.
“UNIBLUE” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 7th
A bracing instrumental lets the lyrical bars breathe and ignite in this forward-moving hip-hop track.
“Unsolved Mysteries” by Kris Almighty (feat. shiver Bruce) (Link)
Released October 9th
An arcane hip-hop track layered over an eerie instrumental, anchored by a mantra-like hook.
“Unthinkable” by Shunfrmda804 (Link)
Released October 30th
A tenacious flow unloads over a booming beat that hides its melodic allure.
“untitledacoustic1” by leavesturn (Link)
Released October 27th
Intentional acoustic strums that speak volumes through their rhythmic sway and resonant emotion.
“V” by Lidius6 (feat. Sean.boiii) (Link)
Released October 28th
A multidimensional hip-hop track that flings its melodic backbone slightly off-kilter, amplifying the fervor at the center of its chaotic intent.
“Valentine” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 2nd
Bars wade into dense, ardent emotion on this effusive, lo-fi hip-hop track.
“Valium” by alleycat (Link)
Released October 26th
A layered musical backdrop of anodyne tones combined with a vocal stimulant for a potent concoction.
“VoidRealm” by Liquid3rdeye (Link)
Released October 6th
An off-kilter loop lends this exhaling hip-hop statement a subtly disorienting edge.
Released October 1st
A dance-pop trance born from spectral pursuit meticulously crafted by a particularly inventive sound designer.
“Wait For My Love” by Zelgin Jackson (Link)
Released October 27th
A loving overture for tender patience swirls around this glowing hip-hop track.
“wakę wakę up” by jefę (Link)
Released October 12th
Blustery vocals cut through a haze, demanding clarity and focus on this curious hip-hop joint.
“Walkin Willie” by Matthew Costello (Link)
Released October 28th
Acoustic ode capturing the lingering shadow of a presence that strides boldly through memory.
“What Went Down In Atlanta???” by Zelgin Jackson (Link)
Released October 13th
Confrontation boils to a head on this tense hip-hop strife that contends with broken trust.
“what’s next” by slugrat (Link)
Released October 26th
A hypnotic hip-hop trance that bides its time between movements with ear-catching musical antics.
“who tellin (ScHoolboy Q remix)” by bridgesbeats (Link)
Released October 4th
A sharp remix of the celebrated track from the Black Hippy member’s beloved Blue Lips record.
“Why..” by MRTRAPNROLL (Link)
Released October 29th
Inquisitive emotions drive this hip-hop glide directed by a wandering musical mind.
“Wish I Never Met Her” by Lidius6 (Link)
Released October 7th
Soul-sore disenchantment fills the air on this jaded wound of a hip-hop track.
Released October 30th
Revealing alt-pop from a voice finely attuned to vulnerability, offering a rare ability to confront and soothe weighty emotions.
“WWW.HIMEEZY.COM” by MEEKOSAGA (Link)
Released October 16th
Depending on your view, a lengthy hip-hop movement or concise rap mixtape from the underground artist.
“You a Bird” by JuneBug James (Link)
Released October 2nd
Fickle tones take flight on this trap track that takes form as an avian blast of capricious commitment.
Released October 17th
An emotive acoustic reimagining of White Town’s classic 1996 single.
“ZORA’S DOMAIN” by xyeahmanx (Link)
Released October 18th
Hip-hop observations found within the shimmering water palace within the fabled creation of Din, Nayru, and Faroe.
“122 Hours of Fear” by Private Hell (Link)
Released October 8th
A thrilling reinterpretation of The Screamer’s classic, framing the hijacking of Lufthansa 181 with unflinching intensity.
“20MEEKO25SNIPZ PT1” by MEEKOSAGA (Link)
Released October 29th
A spliced-up 95-second musical sample that offers glimpses into the enterprising musician’s current style.
“3 Days in 69” by Matthew Costello (Link)
Released October 28th
Max Yasgur’s dairy farm in Bethel gets another touching musical tribute for its place in rock’n’roll history.
“3 shadows” by Son’Zai O$Rs (feat. Suicybin) (Link)
Released October 27th
Apparitional exploration gives this phantasmal hip-hop track an eerie intrigue.
“50 & sum drank” by TH3 (Link)
Released October 2nd
A manic declaration from the prolific underground artist that’s sensational even in absurd pursuits.
“5D Realm” by Son’Zai O$Rs (feat. Ahmir Vick) (Link)
Released October 31st
Two MCs navigate the tension between real life and an imperceptible dimensional layer on this mist-shrouded hip-hop track.
“6 Million Dollar Man” by DJANGO STARR (Link)
Released October 17th
Brassy flourishes dart around in stereo on this Steve Austin-inspired hip-hop broadcast.
“804 lingo 2.0” by Son’Zai O$Rs (Link)
Released October 27th
A hip-hop march that proceeds through conflicting thoughts and tangents to deliver an imposing track.
“804 to 215” by CEO Muk x Jdog (Link)
Released October 3rd
A brash hip-hop single that tracks cash, chases ambition, and embraces the grind of becoming your own boss in a cold, relentless world.
“8bit sermon” by Son’Zai O$Rs (Link)
Released October 31st
PSG tones dance around the background of this sprightly hip-hop romp.
“8pm in Richmond” by VBABY BURNER (Link)
Released October 24th
Hip-hop reflections rising from the heart of the capital at the dawn of night.
“90 TOYOTA COROLLA” by Korporal K (Link)
Released October 28th
Piano notes jingle with richness over a shuffling beat on this hip-hop observation.
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