What makes an artist catch an eye or ear in music today? With a steady barrage of new music at our fingertips, competition is stiff. Here are some of the artists whose work OUT40 expects to gain traction and influence in the new year.
Who do you think had the dopest video of 2018? Every artist loves when his or her vision comes to life. Frederick music has definitely brought the local playlist to life with videos. Let’s see who had the best ones in 2018!
westEND Music Review
Gold Sodium Vol. 2
Ahzay
Gold Sodium Vol. 2: Tears on the Page is a story about resurgence.
"I'm bout to do it like I never did."
The album begins with "Never Did," a track that sets a high energy, empowered tone; revving up the listener for what is to come and…
Last weekend, rapper Ahzay and vocalist Calvin Little held a joint listening party for the debuts of their projects, Gold Sodium Vol. 2 and Journey Home. Check out the footage of the night!
westEND Music Review
Gold Sodium Vol. 1
Ahzay
Score: 7.9
Instrumentation: 8.8
Lyrics: 8.2
Delivery: 7.6
Production: 7.8
Cohesiveness: 7.4
Creativity: 7.8
Ahzay is a Frederick based artist that recently debuted his album Gold Sodium in April. The 15-track album is Ahzay's second, after his first, The Routine. In his own words, Gold Sodium is the reflection of success, achievement and…
westEND Music Review
Jase Kevion
Trap Baby Jesus: The Motion Picture
The long-awaited project from music group DEMI’s Jase Kevion gives more than a hook. With well-placed skits throughout 17 tracks and a display of versatile subject matter, “The Motion Picture” isn’t a far-fetched presentation of this album.
Score: 6.4
Instrumentation: 7.8
Lyrics: 6.3
Delivery:…
Frederick’s hip-hop music scene is mainly underground and undiscovered. Only avid supporters know the Frederick rap community stays full and active; everyday you can find new music to enjoy. With so many local rappers, why don’t we know more of them?
Hagerstown rapper Sonny Bronco has an official video for “10 Toes Down.”
Filmed by Mad Max or Max Crocetta, 10 Toes Down is a single from Sonny’s project Till Death Do Us Part that was released a few months ago. The song cranks! Watch the video and tell us what you think.
“10 toes down ’til I get rich!”
Sonny…
