In a music scene saturated with catchy hooks and auto-tuned vocals, Giffy Pluggo enters the scene as a refreshing throwback to the lyrical mastery of hip-hop’s golden era. Hailing from the streets of Chicago’s southside, Giffy is a wordsmith extraordinaire. Moreover, he seamlessly blending old-school grit with a contemporary twist. His music captivates listeners from all walks of life.
Moreover, he’s fresh off the release of not one but two captivating music videos. “New New” and “Over do it” are two songs where Giffy Pluggo showcases his talents as both a storyteller and an artist. With catchy beats and clever lyrics, these videos offer a glimpse into Giffy’s world. Moreover, this is a place where authenticity reigns supreme and the streets serve as both muse and backdrop.
“My sound is back to those lyrical golden years like Dipset, the Lox, Fabolous, G-Unit but has that crossover appeal of the current generation,” he said in an interview with Remixd Magazine. “I also would say Kanye because he spoke to dropping out of school and chasing your dreams and my story is similar except I talk about leaving your job and/or not caring about what people think and chasing your dreams.”
But Giffy isn’t content with just visuals; he’s got new music on the horizon. On May 17th, he’s set to drop his latest single, “Casino.” Furthermore, he’s inspired by the allure of high-end tequila and the lavish lifestyle it represents. “Casino” is a testament to Giffy’s ability to blend luxury with street smarts, creating a sound that’s as intoxicating as the drink itself.
Paying homage
When it comes to influences, Giffy pays homage to the legends who paved the way before him. From Kanye West’s introspective rhymes to Jay-Z’s business acumen, each artist has left an imprint on Giffy’s style. This has shaped him into the artist he is today. A true embodiment of Chicago’s rich musical legacy.
Looking ahead, Giffy Pluggo shows no signs of slowing down. With an album slated for release later this year, titled Paid Leave 2, he’s set to take the hip-hop world by storm once again. Building on the success of his debut project, Paid Leave the Mixtape, Giffy promises to deliver an album that’s equal parts raw and refined. Furthermore, he’s showcasing his evolution as an artist and a storyteller.
So, as the countdown to “Casino” begins and anticipation for “Paid Leave 2” reaches a fever pitch, one thing is clear. Giffy Pluggo is a force to be reckoned with in the world of hip-hop.
Stay tuned to Giffy Pluggo’s journey by following him on Instagram. And mark your calendars for May 17th, when “Casino” drops on all major platforms. With Giffy Pluggo, the future of hip-hop looks brighter than ever.
Hurricane Wisdom (@hurricanewisdom), is a young Florida artist from who has the potential to take the rap game by storm. Literally. His exceptional storytelling abilities and craft intricate narratives will propel him to have a long career.
Already receiving co-signs from superstars like NLE Choppa and Rod Wave, the writing is on the wall for Hurricane Wisdom. With his latest single “Who I Am,” we get a greater understanding of how he came from rags to riches. The track introduces audiences to his vibrant sound and is already a classic in his recent string of releases. He’s a distinct force to be reckoned with. And 2024 undoubtedly has potential to become his year.
Furthermore, Remixd Magazine spoke with Hurricane Wisdom about his journey. He went into detail about how he got started, some of favorite Florida artists, and more. You can read all about it below.
Hurricane Wisdom Interview
Congrats on the release of your latest song/music video for “Who I Am.” I feel it really captures your humble beginnings. Can you walk us through the inspiration behind the video and what was the message you were trying to get across?
I was letting folks know who I am. In the beginning of my music career, it was a lot of comparisons to Rod (Wave) and a whole bunch of people, not even just Rod. It was my little break-off. The message is that it be the lil sh*t that make people. It could be broken cable or beef noodles, and the lil sh*t make people.
Is it hard for you to convey your emotions and dive into your personal story throughout your music?
Yeah definitely. I don’t be wanting to do too much. I try to dumb a lot of sh*t down just for the times we in. A lot of people don’t listen to lyrical sh*t no more, it’s really more catchy sh*t.
How do you feel being from Florida shaped you into the artist you are today?
Believe it or not, Florida really got a hold on a lot of other states. You go anywhere outside the state of Florida, they gonna know you from Florida. Just off the way you talk or the way you dress. It’s just that simple. Florida really helped me when I moved to Texas and went to another school. Because that’s where I really did a bunch of other sh*t in my music career.
Watch the music video for “Who I Am” below
How did you get your name, Hurricane Wisdom?
School. I ain’t have dreads all the time, I had waves then. And I wore a durag all the time. I used to tell them folks, “You don’t want me to take my durag off. Hurricane Wisdom gon’ come thru this b*tch.” (Hurricane Wisdom laughs) I changed my Instagram name to that. So when I started making music, it stuck.
Can you give me your Mount Rushmore of Florida artists?
Boom. You gotta throw Yak (Kodak Black) up there for sure. I feel like this is just new generation, I’m not gonna throw none of the older Florida n*ggas on that b*tch like Plies and sh*t. We gonna go Yak, Rod, and I wanna say X. I’m not gonna say Lil Pump. And then I gotta throw me up there too.
Inspirations
Who are some artists that you feel inspired you on your come-up?
I listen to a lot of people. I listen to Rod definitely. That was my high school time. I listened to Chance(the Rapper) in high school. Dej Loaf was more in middle school. I listened to Yak all the time. I listened to a whole bunch of people, I can’t just say one person. Was listening to a whole bunch of sh*t.
What are your thoughts on the current Florida music scene? Because from the outside looking in, it looks like y’all have been having a lot of success lately?
Florida on one. I can’t say we always been that. Florida gonna be where it’s at for sure. All the time. It be on some sh*t where a new city out of Florida gon’ blow. They just be having they time. It’s like Tally(Tallahassee) and then a lil Tampa right now. And probably the O(Orlando). That’s what I feel. But it’s like a whole bunch of states and cities that be on point. Like Chicago, on the move right now. N*ggas don’t even know what Illinois is, but they know what Chicago is.
Thoughts on competition
Does that bring the competitiveness out of you when you see so many artists from your state having success?
Not really. It keep me going. Everybody that blew up out of Florida, believe it or not, I genuinely done had a relationship with. Like Bossman Dlow, my manager manages him. So I seen that n*gga record “Get In With Me.” Like Luh Tyler, that n*gga from Tally. He went to school on the Northside and I’m damn near across the street on the Southside. So it’s on some sh*t where it’s so close.
Are there any young artists that you’d like to co-sign?
I been f*cking with that boy VonOff1700 and (MAF) Teeski. Them boys can rap. I be listening to them boys heavy. But for upcoming artists, I listen to Scale Baby a lot. I don’t know if you heard of him, but tap in for sure. I got a lot of love in Chicago. Every n*gga that I be on the game with, whole party be filled with n*ggas from the Raq. They be listening to some sh*t in the chat, and I be like “Damn jit ahh slapping! Who is that?” It be just like that. Like the n*gga that made “They done let the GDs in the Door,” he co-signed me to keep going.
What’s next for him?
What can else we expect the rest of 2024?
Supposed to have a deluxe coming sooner than soon man. I want it to be acoustic, like if you hear “Who I Am.” Actually shout out “Who I Am” it just hit 100K. But I got a whole album worth of that. Imma drop that acoustic tape or just give the fans the old sh*t that they been waiting on from Instagram. Like the lil snippets they keep bugging me about.
Noodah05 (@noodah05) might be one of Atlanta’s best-kept secrets in this new age of trap artists. To say that he is underrated is more than an understatement because he checks every box needed to be considered a star. He’s been gaining a lot of momentum in the past few years. For example, he’s signed to Lil Baby’s label for one. Moreover, he even performed on the “It’s Only Us” tour. In addition, he’s collaborated with people such as Rylo Rodriguez, Rob49, Veeze, Hunxho, and more.
However, the tricky thing about Atlanta’s music is that it is constantly evolving. Almost every month, a new artist is bringing a new sound, and the rest of the world can’t seem to keep up. Through all the changes, Noodah05 has stayed ten toes down and refused to pander for a quick buck.
Moreover, Remixd Magazine spoke to Noodah05 right before he released his upcoming full-length project, “5 Min of Fame.” As one of the signees to superstar rapper, Lil Baby’s imprint label, CBFW alongside Veeze & Rylo Rodriguez, the future is looking brighter than ever for Noodah05.
Remixd Magazine spoke with Noodah05 about his creative process, plans for 2024, and so much more.
Noodah05 Interview
We’re getting closer to your upcoming project, “5 Min of Fame.” How are you feeling? Nervous? Excited?
This time around I’m excited. I’m waiting to see everybody reaction.
With you being from Atlanta, how do you feel like it influences your musical style and who you are as an artist?
In Atlanta, we got our own style, so that influences me. The city got a lot of inspiration in my music. I get a lot from my city.
Who are some artists that you grew up on?
I grew up on a lot of Lil Snupe. (Lil) Wayne. Future. Skooly, (is) one of them.
How do you feel about the current Atlanta rap scene, especially with so many drill rappers?
That sh*t trash. (Noodah laughs) That sh*t trash. I f*ck with it though, because it’s young n*ggas going thru a phase. They gonna look back at it at the end of the day and be like, “That sh*t trash.” They doing too much. Characters. It’s for an image. Like you throwed off all the time? But you still able to go do all this sh*t. I don’t know. I come from the era, where if you throwed off, you throwed off. That means you can’t be in this line of business, because how you is.
How does it feel to be one of the most underrated artists right now? With your music, it’s like if you know, you know. Does it bother you?
I feel like I’m a hidden gem. It don’t make me mad, I embrace it. It’s like we gatekeeping him, only because he so hard. You feel me? I understand it a lil bit from a fan standpoint.
That takes me to my next question. It’s seems as if most of your fanbase is women. Is that intentional on your end?
No. (Noodah laughs) I mean yeah. I don’t know. But women they find me therapeutic. So they gravitate towards me.
It’s more like a family thing, it’s different vibes every time we get together. It’s always love.
Take me behind the curtain of your project ‘5 Mins of Fame.’ What would you say ‘5 Mins of Fame’ is about?
Me getting my five minutes of fame. I feel like it’s really me letting the world in for five minutes. All I need is five minutes of fame. I’m not trying to be here too long.
Talk about your relationship with ChiChi and how did y’all lock-in? Because he’s def one of the most slept on Atlanta producers. I got a chance to meet him when Uzi was doing the Barter 16 sessions and saw firsthand how hard he worked.
We a dynamic duo. Me and ChiChi like the same in how the fans look at us. We both underrated. I met ChiChi in somebody else hood. I was going out there to gamble. He was out there and I pulled up on him and I had just start rapping. And I was like “I be using yo beats.” And he was like “You do?” We just locked in ever since then. It’s been really deeper than music. We just want to see each other do great with or without each other.
Was it difficult to put no features on “5 Min of Fame”?
Yeah. And some of my people was mad. They was like “Put some features on there.” But you know how it be. Sometimes it don’t be the right timing for them. Next project, I’m getting loaded with the features.
What can we expect from you the rest of 2024?
Consistency. Staying consistent. Staying out the way. Letting y’all see me more.
