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Kevin Holliday’s ‘OMNI’ is All-Encompassing
Photo Credit: Tamara May This CentralSauce featured interview with Kevin Holliday covers his new EP, 'OMNI,' streaming now on all platforms. Follow the artist on Twitter and Instagram to keep up with future releases. The words we … Dive In about Kevin Holliday’s ‘OMNI’ is All-Encompassing
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Why We Like It: Tall Black Guy is & Ozay Moore’s “Runnin’ Away Ft. Malaya”
Tall Black Guy and Ozay Moore confront some of the hardest truths on “Runnin’ Away.” Bookended by spirit-gripping hooks from featured vocalist Malaya, the verses question the wisdom of fleeing from results that don’t line up with expectations.
Dirtsa’s Debut and the Duty of a Writer
‘ALETHEIA’S CALLING,’ the debut EP of Franco-Cameroonian artist and philosopher Dirtsa, is a bridge between cultures, ideas and sounds. Pulling from Greek and modern philosophy, the project is a duality of contrasting and complementary R&B and drill sounds. We spoke with Dirtsa about the truths she uncovered in its making.
Why We Like It: Mvstermind’s “MATTER OF TIME,” Ft. Jordan Ward
Over a jazzy instrumental, St. Louis’ Mvstermind and Jordan Ward trace their divergent journeys with effortless flair. “MATTER OF TIME” is a reminder that taking your time isn’t taking time off.
Why We Like It: Imp’s “Visions of DOOM”
In the title track off their new EP, “Visions of DOOM,” Imp meshes the Marvel universe with visions of the dystopian reality they see around them.
Why We Like It: ROMderful’s “ALIENS!”
ROMderful roots a cosmic background in R&B familiarity to tell a galactic love story. “ALIENS!” is a story of human connection in the stars.
Why We Like It: Kolo’s “So Far, So Close”
Nigerian-American and Atlanta wordsmith, Kolo, pens an emotional track about keeping his mind on the work. “So Far, So Close” is an expression of having faith in your purpose.
Why We Like It: Leon Ross, YS Perignon & IM REAL’s “No Invites”
A good posse cut is hard to find, but with bars, barbs and no shortage of character, Leon Ross, YS Perignon and IM REAL make it sound effortless. “No Invites” is a song for an exclusive crowd and the emcees let you know.
Why We Like It: Ethos 33’s “Small Hallway”
Ethos 33 paint a daydream through a jazzy instrumental. “Small Hallway” is an atmospheric experience.
Why We Like It: Leek Mali’s “Summer Forever”
Leek Mali rides the high of a summer of crushing his goals. “Summer Forever” transfers his infectious confidence with a psychedelic beat that exudes timelessness, freezing listener and emcee in the high of success.
Why We Like It: Cameron and the Slumberknights’ “Old Jacinto”
Cameron Donald struggles to come to terms with aging and the loss of wonder. “Old Jacinto” sees Cameron and the Slumberknights crafting a breezy instrumental for Donald to reminisce.
Why We Like It: Groovy Daughter’s “I DON’T CARE”
Songstress Groovy Daughter is back with another heater with a mantra to remove an ex from your psyche. “I DON’T CARE” states exactly what it means to.
Why We Like It: Diz’s “Rest”
While focused on battling demons, Diz is reminded that fighting is tiring and it’s easy to forget the need for “Rest.”
Featured Interviews
HUSH FORTE: Looking Closer, Speaking Louder
It’s been a tumultuous year for all, but Broward-born producer HUSH FORTE has rolled with the punches, finding a new home, a new vision, and a new voice – his own. It’s early morning in Manhattan, and HUSH FORTE is just getting home. The sun is out, the traffic stuck, the faint din of sirens rising and falling as they echo through … Continue Reading... about HUSH FORTE: Looking Closer, Speaking Louder
Dirtsa’s Debut and the Duty of a Writer
In this CentralSauce featured interview, Brandon Hill spoke to Dirtsa ahead of her debut EP, ALETHEIA'S CALLING. Stream the album below and dive into the philosophical project and conversation. The hermeneutic circle is a philosophical paradox in two parts. When seeking the purpose of art and literature, a true understanding of … Continue Reading... about Dirtsa’s Debut and the Duty of a Writer
Everything is Your Voice: Kevin George Live at The Knitting Factory
Produced by Miki Hellerbach and Brandon Hill Video Editor: A.V. LaMar https://youtu.be/HggoJ09WyuQ Blue hair supported by a wrapped white bandana immediately catches your eye as Stamford, Connecticut-born crooner Kevin George sings beneath red-hued lighting on Brooklyn’s Knitting Factory stage. In an era when many rising young … Continue Reading... about Everything is Your Voice: Kevin George Live at The Knitting Factory
Surrealism & Rhythm: The Animation of Adam Wright
Adam Wright creates for the freedom to be weird. Through creating the animated video for Open Mike Eagle’s track “Idaho,” Adam proves he feels no obligation to reality. Freed from the shackles of plausibility, Wright’s animations are able to manifest the most abstract of ideas, making his style a natural fit for the visualisation of … Continue Reading... about Surrealism & Rhythm: The Animation of Adam Wright
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