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Lady lyricist Lil MC is a fiery force in new album ‘Flex Máquina’

Lil MC, the dynamic Latina powerhouse from the Bay Area, is back with a brand new banger. Her new album, Flex Máquina, is a 15-track powerhouse. Smashing genre boundaries and solidifies her spot as a cultural force to be reckoned with. Known for her fierce lyrical skills and flawless bilingual flow, Lil MC’s latest project brings an energy that’s vibrant, real, and utterly captivating.

From the moment the first beat drops, Flex Máquina delivers. Spotlighting standout singles like “CumBack” featuring Hd of Beardface, “They Don’t Need Me,” and “Tormenta” with ZZay and Zenaloa. Each weaving stories and emotions that resonate with long-time hip-hop heads and new listeners alike. Released in October, this highly anticipated album arrives as a bold statement. A display of resilience and an undeniable testament to Lil MC’s impact in the hip-hop industry.

The Lil MC legacy

Lil MC’s journey began in Oakland’s famed rap battle circuit. This is where her quick wit and commanding stage presence helped her rise as one of the underground’s most unique voices. As a result, she’s shared stages with Hip Hop heavyweights! She’s showcased powerful performances alongside icons like Jacquees, Too Short, and E-40. Lil MC’s career has captivated fans with her authenticity and unapologetic artistry.

But she’s not just a top-tier lyricist; Lil MC is also breaking barriers as a music producer. She stands among the elite 3% of female producers worldwide. Infusing her music with an edge that only a self-produced artist can. Since 2018, her beats have been integral to her sound, further amplifying her voice and artistry.

Beyond the beats and bars, Lil MC is a dedicated advocate for education and empowerment. Through her Women’s Empowerment Hip Hop curriculum with the Oakland nonprofit Hip Hop For Change, she’s inspiring the next generation. In doing so, she’s teaching kids to create beats with block coding and encouraging confidence and creativity in young artists. Her commitment to hip-hop and community runs deep. In fact, its highlighted by her work as an internationally recognized Cultural Ambassador of Hip Hop for the U.S. Embassy and as a founder of Queens of the Underground, a platform dedicated to uplifting women’s voices in music.

Lil MC is a force with Flex Máquina

Nonetheless, with placements in video games and on Billboard, Lil MC’s influence spans far and wide. With that being said, Flex Máquina features an immersive journey through her bicultural world, where every beat and bar brings listeners closer to her vision. Press play on Flex Máquina. Let Lil MC take you on a sonic adventure that’s as powerful as it is personal. Lastly, let us know your thoughts here at REMIXD Magazine!

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Interview: Big Moochie Grape share new mixtape, ‘Eat or Get Ate 2,’ work ethic, and what’s next for him

Big Moochie Grape

Big Moochie Grape has been making waves for quite some time now. Within the past few years, he has become a staple artist pressing the Memphis sound forward.  Remixd Magazine had the opportunity to speak with Big Moochie Grape about his newest mixtape Eat Or Get Ate 2, upcoming partnerships, dream collaborations and more.

Big Moochie Grape’s career took off in 2020 when he signed with the late Young Dolph’s Paper Route Entertainment. However, despite facing incarceration, Moochie’s momentum never stopped. In 2023, he dropped East Haiti Baby: Incarcerated from behind bars, a project that carried deep significance. In addition, the mixtape featured collaborations with fellow artists who were also serving time, including YFN Lucci, C-Murder, and Rio Da Yung OG.

After his release, Moochie celebrated his freedom with the single “Wake Em Up” earlier this year. Furthermore, he then hit the road for his first post-release tour, sharing the stage with Memphis artist Kenny Muney. In addition, as he continues to build on his success, Moochie is not slowing down. Thus, he recently shared his latest mixtape Eat Or Get Ate 2.

Moreover, Big Moochie Grape’s Eat or Get Ate 2 serves as a sequel for his 2020 released of the same name, Eat Or Get Ate. For this project, Moochie stays true to his Memphis roots by featuring only Memphis artists. These artists include Key Glock, Money Man, Kenny Muney, and the late Big Scarr. Additionally, this project includes the fan-favorite singles “Manifest” and “Trollin.” Remixd Magazine spoke with Big Moochie Grape about his rise to stardom, the project, and more.

Interview with Big Moochie Grape

Remixd Magazine: Congratulations on wrapping up your “Gigantic Money” tour alongside Kenny Muney. How did it feel being back on the road again and being embraced by fans ?

Big Moochie Grape: It’s a good feeling. This is what I wanted to do and what I wanted to be on. Hit the road, do hows and just build my catalog up.

You have an incredible work ethic. You released a mixtape while incarcerated, East Haitian Baby: Incarcerated featuring other incarcerated rappers, you wrapped up the tour, and now your mixtape is out. What has motivated you to keep going even in times of past adversity? 

B: I just know I can make it somewhere with the talent I have. So it’s like why give up? So I just keep it going to see where I can go with it. I’m trying to be bigger than big.

You’re returning with the second installment to Eat or Get Ate with Eat or Get Ate 2. What would you say is the difference between both projects? 

B: Both of them are super hard! The only difference I can say is the features. I didn’t have features on Eat or Get Ate, but I have features on Eat or Get At 2. Both of them are hard. No skips on neither one of them.

Between the both of them, which one is your personal favorite? 

B: All of them! All 20 songs!

For this project you collaborate with all artists from Memphis. You have features from Key Glock, Kenny Muney who you recently released a project with and the late and great Big Scarr.  How important for you is it that you collaborate with artists from Memphis as you further push the sound? 

B: I’m not in the industry to make rap buddies. I just do it with the folks I’ve known before rap and the folks I have good chemistry with. If the chemistry isn’t there I wouldn’t want to do the song.

To follow up, are there any other artist any genre that you would like to collaborate with? In addition, who is currently on your personal playlist? 

B: Future! There isn’t too many but definitely Rod Wave too.

Aside from the release of this project, what can fans expect next from you this year? 

B: I’m about to drop an album called Gigantic. I’m working on it right now and it’s like 75% done. This is my first album and I’m trying to prefect this one out all the way.

Stream Eat or Get Ate 2 by Big Moochie Grape

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Interview: Rising R&B songstress AKIA embraces her “Soft Girl Era,” discusses dream collabs, new music, and more

Akia

Emerging singer-songwriter AKIA (@whoisakia) gets candid about her triumphant musical journey in a new interview with Remixd Magazine. The Arkansas native AKIA spoke with us about her upcoming project, the inspiration behind her summer single “Soft Girl Era,” signing with Sincethe80s Records, and more. At just 22 years old, AKIA knows what she wants for herself, and is on a motivated mission to reach her goals.

Firstly, AKIA is no stranger to the big screen. Her stardom actually began with appearances on American Idol and Lifetime Television’s Ms. T’s Music Factory. Throughout her career, she’s further enriched her talent by taking dance classes and doing her own covers to popular songs on YouTube such as Muni Long’s “Made For Me” and SZA’s “Open Arms.” Additionally, AKIA’s engaging social media presence catapulted through her singing videos on TikTok. Collectively, she has surpassed over one million views and over 125k supporters. This past June, she shared her first single “Soft Girl Era,” from her highly anticipated debut project.

“Soft Girl Era” pulls inspiration from the viral social media phrase of living a “soft life.” In other words, a feminine lifestyle that prioritizes self worth, kindness, and genuine happiness. Subsequently, this inspired AKIA to write a poem about the trend. However, she has many more things in the vault. We talked more with AKIA about her artistry, career, current music, and what’s next for her. Check out the interview below.

Interview with AKIA

Remixd Magazine: Recently, you changed your stage name from JaTavia Akiaa to AKIA. What inspired your name change? 

AKIA: My real name is JaTavia Akia. Akia is my middle name. I would go on stage and people would f**k my name up. I remember I went into a meeting with Ray Daniels and he was like “JaTavia Akia? That’s a lot you’re going to have to change it.” But, I sat with it for a little bit and was like “Akia.” That’s plain, simple, and it stands out.

You’ve been very vocal about being influenced by the 90’s and early 2000’s sound. Who are some of your musical influences from both eras?

A: Monica, Beyoncé, Avant… I be listening to a lot of old stuff.

You aren’t at all a stranger to the big stage. You’ve made appearances on American Idol and well as Lifetime’s “Ms T’s Music Factory.” How have these experiences shaped your development as an artist ? 

A: For one, American Idol I was too young all of the time. I would always get a no. I feel like that made me be like you going to tell me no? I’m going to keep coming until you tell me yes.

That’s awesome that you kept going. You performed  your first arena show opening for artists such as Ashanti, Monica, & Keri Hilson in your home town of Arkansas. How was that experience for you? What are some of the lessons you’ve learned performing for arena sized crowds?

A:  It was full turn around moment because when I was 15/16, I opened up for Keke Wyatt. Opening up for her again was like wow! Damn this is something I’m supposed to be doing because why am I back here? Something I learned was you’re in a big a** arena, so the people don’t know you. You cannot expect them to sing your song word for word. As long as you’ve made a good impression with the crowd you’re going to be OK.

Currently,  who is your dream collaboration?

A: I want to work with Tink, Hunxho, Fridayy, Cash Cobain, and Future.

Those who have been following your work for a while know that you sing a lot. You’ve even gained huge traction from posting covers of songs like “Made for Me” by Muni long and “Open Arms” by SZA. How important for you is it that you remain versatile in how you showcase your talent? 

A: I feel like that’s very important because a lot of people don’t show versatility. So, if I know I can do something I’m going to do it. I’m not going to limit myself.

This past June, you released your single “Soft Girl Era” which has become a popular phenomenon alongside Gen Z. Can you tell us more about the inspiration behind the song? 

A: It started off as a poem but as you can see, a lot of people be like they are in their “soft girl era” or they want to get into their “soft girl era.” I was seeing a lot of that going on online. So I was like, “soft girl era” is a thing that’s trending so why not? I went to the studio within the next day or two and was like lets do this concept I thought of when I was writing a poem. Then it just went from there. The message for it was showing venerability, femininity and just being soft sometimes. You don’t always have to be hard or strong. It’s OK to take your time for yourself.

Not only do you write, you also freestyle. More recently you shared your “F.A.F.O Freestyle,” where you experimented over a drill beat. Are there any other sounds that you are looking to explore? 

A: On my project that’s coming in 2025, its a lot of new sounds that I experimented with. That’s why I cannot put a limit to what I can do because if I want to get into my pop bag , I’m going to go and get in my pop bag. And if i want to get on my hip hop bag, I can go hip hop.

What message are you hoping to get across to your listeners through your music? 

A: The message is … let the emotions out, deal with them, and let go!

What can fans expect next from you?

A: Y’all should expect a full length project. A project full of emotions that explains what happens when you play with those emotions. A lot of great music.

“Soft Girl Era” by AKIA

Rising star Sej shares captivating debut single “2 Shots”

Sej

Hailing from Trinidad, Sej (@sej__official) makes her debut with her feel good pop anthem, “Two Shots.” This past Friday, the single released as her formal debut under Compound Entertainment. The agency is most known for their work alongside three time Grammy award winning R&B singer, Ne-Yo. This week, Sej emerges as fresh talent showcasing her genre bending ability with her debut “2 Shots.”

Moreover, the single “Two Shots” caters to nightlife culture. Throughout the song, Sej describes a fun night oust surrounded by great vibes and two rounds of drinks. Furthermore, she emphasizes living in the moment and forgetting about any troubles. Within the lyrics, she utilizes one catchy cadence that is infused with Caribbean feels from her Trinidadian roots. The single “Two Shots” is accompanied by a full length visualizer. You can check out “Two Shots” by Sej below.

Watch “Two Shots” by Sej

In addition, the visualizer for “Two Shots” paints a scenic depiction of the song’s island vibe. The visual’s opening scene shows Sej walking into a corner store purchasing a bottle of Don Julio. Noticeably, the bottle is labeled “two” showing viewers her drink of choice for her “Two Shots.” Further along, she is seen on a yacht with a group of friends as they indulge in a celebration. The video then finishes off showing Sej’s night at the club full of people, dancing, LED lights, as well as various drinks.

Sej showcases a strong debut with the single “Two Shots.” The song is filled with relatable lyrics, clever delivery, and a catchy hook overall. Her vibey vocal delivery carries the song’s carefree feel to additional heights. To keep up with more of Sej’s musical journey you can follow her on Instagram here. Additionally, you can stream her debut single, “Two Shots” on Spotify below.

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