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Interview: New York’s Red Velvet Papi on paving his own lane, inspiration behind “She Want Me,” and more

Red Velvet Papi

Hailing from the bustling streets of New York City, Red Velvet Papi brings a distinctive flavor to the world of music. His stage name, a nod to a humorous college memory, captures the fusion of smoothness and wit that defines his artistry. Red Velvet Papi’s sound can be best described as “Bedroom Hip-Hop/R&B,” blending the softness and playfulness of Bedroom Pop with the rhythmic elements of Hip-Hop and R&B.

Furthermore, Remixd Magazine had the opportunity to further chat with the artist to learn more about passion for music. It turns out, that it traces back to his upbringing, with both his parents instilling in him a deep love for the art form. For him, music is a means of self-expression, allowing him to navigate his emotions and share his experiences with listeners. “I’m passionate about music thanks to my parents,” he told Remixd Magazine. “Both of them are avid music lovers, so naturally it rubbed off on me. What inspires me is the drive to create first and foremost, since I was little drawing and making things out of nothing has always been fun to me; visualizing or hearing something in your head and bringing it into reality, is an experience like no other.”

Drawing inspiration

Drawing inspiration from artists like Earl Sweatshirt and tobi lou, as well as producers like Tyler, The Creator and Cam O’bi, Red Velvet Papi crafts introspective tracks centered around themes of love, relationships, and personal growth. Moreover, his latest single “She Want Me,” released on February 26th, is a testament to his creativity and humor. What started as a playful idea involving his pet rabbit evolved into an infectious, upbeat track celebrating self-confidence and individuality. With its catchy hooks and vibrant production, “She Want Me” invites listeners to embrace their inner greatness and revel in their uniqueness.

“It just started with a line about my bunny,” Red Velvet Papi explained. “The final product is an upbeat, bouncy track about feeling like you’re that guy (or however you identify), that you’ve always been that guy and nobody can ever compare.”

What’s next for Red Velvet Papi

As Red Velvet Papi gears up for the future, fans can expect a flurry of new releases and exciting projects. A music video for “She Want Me” is on the way, offering viewers a visual feast to accompany the infectious energy of the track. Additionally, Red Velvet Papi plans to release several singles throughout the year as he works on his next album, slated for release by the end of the year or early 2025.

Through his music, Red Velvet Papi hopes to inspire confidence and joy in his listeners.

“I hope anybody who listens to it feels like they’re the shit and that nobody can tell them otherwise,” he says. “Confidence is everything and I hope my confidence on record, can rub off on you when you listen. I also hope you just have fun! It’s a fun and silly song, jump around to it, turn up and go crazy!”

Whether you’re vibing to the infectious rhythms of “She Want Me” or anticipating his future releases, Red Velvet Papi invites you to join him on a journey of self-discovery and celebration. Follow him on social media platforms below.

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Get to know rising artist GREA8GAWD

GREA8GAWD

From the bustling streets of Milwaukee to the gritty alleys of Syracuse, the 315, GREA8GAWD, born Taj, brings an unbridled energy and raw authenticity to the rap game. He has a name that demands attention and a lyrical ability that leaves listeners in awe. GREA8GAWD is a force to be reckoned with. Furthermore, drawing inspiration from the concrete jungles that raised him, GREA8GAWD’s sound has been aptly described as “animalistic.” Like a Tasmanian Devil unleashed in the booth, he tears through beats with unmatched ferocity, delivering passionate and heartfelt music that resonates with authenticity.

However, for GREA8GAWD, music isn’t just a hobby – it’s a lifeline. Having experienced firsthand the transformative power of music, he is driven by a deep-seated passion to share his truth with the world. His influences harken back to the golden era of hip-hop. With artists like Tragedy Khadafi, Nas, and Kool G Rap shaping his lyrical style and storytelling ability. Moreover, he’s here to impress.

GREA8GAWD is one to watch

Currently, GREA8GAWD is hard at work on his latest project, “Still Snowing,” the follow-up to his debut EP, “Snow Day.” With this project, he aims to delve deeper into the realities of street life. Furthermore, he plans to offer listeners an in-depth look at the consequences of getting caught in its grip.

Moreover, scheduled for release on March 16th, GREA8GAWD’s strategic choice of date – the 7th day or the 16th – reflects his commitment to his craft and his belief in divine timing. Through his music, he hopes to shed light on the harsh realities of street life and dispel the myths perpetuated by those who glorify it.

As GREA8GAWD prepares to unleash “Still Snowing” upon the world, he invites listeners to join him on his journey and see the streets for what they truly are – not as a glamorous facade, but as a harsh and unforgiving reality. Follow him on all social platforms @GREA8GAWD and prepare to witness the unleashing of a true rap phenomenon.

However, in the world of GREA8GAWD, he offers a beacon of hope and a path to redemption. Get ready to experience the raw power and unapologetic authenticity of GREA8GAWD. The rap game’s newest star.

Check out his music below. Let us know what you think! Do you want to hear more music from him? What do you think about his latest release?

Uezurii brings the heat with latest single “Flame Spitter”

Uezurii

Rap artist Uezurii (@uezurii.flac) has been buzzing for quite some time now. More recently, he has returned with his latest single “Flame Spitter” where he aims to bring the heat. Additionally, Uezurii displays high energy along with tons of bars with this record.

Furthermore, Uezurii displays extreme confidence throughout the song. The name of the song, “Flame Spitter” is the perfect name choice for this record. Seemingly, he lets the songs theme be known almost instantly. Additionally, the cover art for the song is extremely intentional. The cover art includes a microphone bursting with flames. Nonetheless, Uezurii is letting it be known that he is a master of his craft.

Throughout the song, he flexes his ability to spit bars. “This track is like a deep dive into what makes Rap so powerful—stories, beats, and a whole lot of heart. It’s not just about laying down rhymes; it’s about painting pictures with words, building up these massive stories like skyscrapers, you know?,” he said.

Stream “ Flame Spitter’ by Uezurii down below

Moreover, he utilizes his tone of voice to emphasize his aim to please throughout this song. His vocals are a blend between mellow and metal throughout this record. One can conclude that he pulls inspiration from a plethora of genres. Aside from his tone of voice, the songs beat also has a more serious tone. The beat is reminiscent of songs that appear in high action commercials or video games.

Overall, Uezurii continues to make waves with this latest record. Additionally, he surpassed over 268K streams on Spotify this past year. Nonethelss, he has heat things up this year already with “Flame Spitter.” To keep up with the latest on his musical journey you can follow him on Instagram where he has accumulated over 100k followers here .

C. Trent shares melodic new single “Dear 2 Me”

C. Trent

Independent artist, C. Trent (@heyctrent) flexes his vocals with his latest release. The Virginia musician takes listeners on quite a ride with his single “Dear 2 Me.” The relatable melodic record showcases only a fraction to his artistry. To kick things off, he shared a performance video of the track via instagram.

Throughout the record, C. Trent details a love story theme. He tells the story from a breakup angle as he shares some possible regret towards the decision. While sharing his possible wrong doing, he reminisces on the positive within the relationship . The song’s opening lyrics,“Where do we go from here,” immediately hooks listeners into wanting to know more about what is dear to him. Furthermore, he shares the relationship being significant to him. In less than three minutes, He delivers an extremely catchy body of work.

Stream “Dear 2 Me” by C. Trent below

Futhermore, the song is coated in the essence of hip-hop mixed with R&B. The storytelling elements frequently used in hip-hop along side his perfectly pitched vocals blend seamlessly throughout the song. The song’s beat also combines both elements. Throughout the song, he maintains the same cadence. This allows the song melody much easier to hold on to. Additionally, his smoother tone within the song delivers the message of the song perfectly. Lyrically, C. Trent keeps it straight to the point. He focuses on both he highs and lows of a breakup to which are both relatable.

Overall, C. Trent’s song “ Dear 2 Me” truly encapsulates the feelings of many throughout the song. He does a stellar job at keeping listeners hooked without any distraction. The song flows effortlessly. To hear more from C. Trent , you can follow his instagram linked here. In addition, you can stream his latest single “Dear to Me” linked here.

Mike Flowsta gets candid during latest single “4AM”

Mike Flowsta

Brooklyn’s very own, Mike Flowsta (@Mike.Flowsta), returns with his latest single “4AM.” Initially, the song debuted to streaming platforms this past month. Nonetheless, the record is already making waves amongst the dance scene. The relatable upbeat yet mellow tune showcases a more personal side of Mike Flowsta

Furthermore, Mike Flowsta’s delivery throughout the sound matches it true message. Additionally, he revealed the songs origins symbolize his feelings through grief. “This was a song I wrote right after loosing someone close to me and it really pushed me to do this song,” he said. To compliment the release, he shared a lyric visual which compliments the songs tone. The lyric visual alone is seemingly making waves of its own as it has already accumulated over 34k views. You can watch the visual here.

Stream “4AM” by Mike Flowsta

Moreover, he delivers the songs concept in a more creative way. First, the songs cover art showcases a clock with directly points to “4AM.” This alone showcases his intentionality as an artist. Despite the song’s more mellow tone, the song’s uptempo beat puts quite a spin on the concept to the song. Immediately, the song draw as listeners into a more happy tone without pealing back it’s layers. Lyrically, he keeps the song straight forward. He utilizes a melodic flow which carries through the beat seamlessly. Although lyrics read “And they don’t even dance no more,” the song creates the opposite feel by taking this own pace.

Overall, the song can be digested as relatable. This song may also inspire many who are healing through the loss of a loved one. Nonetheless, Mike Flowsta is proving he is an independent artist to watch. To keep up with his artistry you can follow him on Instagram here. Additionally you can stream “4AM” here.