 By: Shamus Hill
What better way to bring the month of June to an end than with some new tunes from Garrett Merk. Coming at you with a wondrous Hip-Hop offering, "Slipknot" rests as this Brockton native's first release of 2021. Recruiting the production talents of Jon Glass, Thomas Forbes, and Roy Fontaine to bring this song into existence, Garrett was gifted a phenomenal instrumental to float atop. His style of rap is of a very soothing nature, helping to put an emphasis on his anecdotes that revolve around childhood, family, and personal growth. Consistently filling his catalog up with raps about popping wheelies on a bike, playing sports, and heading to the corner store to buy some Big Bursts, a listen through "Slipknot" will bring you back to the carefree days that surrounded us during our youth. What I love the most about Garrett Merk is the effortlessness that comes paired with his music. Nothing feels forced in even the slightest bit, with bars "leaking out of [his] head like a faucet". The nearly three minute runtime of "Slipknot" encapsulates this very sentiment elegantly.
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By: Shamus Hill
Blasting his way onto Massachusetts' music scene is OmarBack – a Hooterville affiliate who associates with prominent Bay State MC's BoriRock and Dun Dealy. Today, the promising young rapper makes his way onto the pages of Mass Music Radio following the release of the official music video for "GTR" featuring OGM Ricky. Originally releasing in February, "GTR" has been getting tons of rotation throughout the streets of Boston since its drop. Sadly it took up until now for me to get hip, but better late than never as they say! OmarBack's presence here is unmatched, as he floats atop the beat with the precision of a music industry veteran. His sound is well-established, and is something that I am certain will carry him far, especially given the fact that he's tapped into it so early on. I am very excited to see what he will accomplish with time. Watch the official music video for "GTR" below:
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By: Shamus Hill The combination of Chavo and Pi'erre Bourne is one that has resulted in a lengthy list of incredible music. The Sosshouse teammates consistently chalk up wonderful additions to their catalogs of music, with Chavo paving the way for many blossoming artists from the city of Boston. Today, he makes his way onto our platform with the official music video for his hit single "Cheap". Coming off of his collaborative project titled Chavo's World alongside Pi'erre Bourne, "Cheap" is one of Chavo's most popular tracks to date according to his Spotify page. This is one of those songs that entrenches itself in the listener's mind, creating an almost addictive effect that results in Chavo's audience returning for more. He possesses the ability to float atop the instrumental with seeming ease, managing to carve out his raps in a very meticulous fashion. Whether he's providing anecdotes about street life, sex, or making money, Chavo's braggadocious aurora is something that bleeds through each of his forthcoming releases. If you're in need of some motivation to get up and get to some money, then give this release a spin for sure. Watch the official music video for "Cheap" at the link below: 
By: Shamus Hill
Glvsshouse is no stranger to Mass Music Radio, as he's an artist whose music has consistently made its way onto our radar. Not only has he made appearances across our blog and radio stream, but I was even blessed with the opportunity to profile this amazing creative in our first monthly column with The Quincy Sun. We're always eager to share local artists, especially when they're based in the same exact city as Mass Music Radio. Today, he graces our platform with a brand new single titled "Feelin U". Collaborating with fellow Quincy native, Artybeats, to bring this track into existence, the final product is one that'll soundtrack your Summer with ease. Though the lyrical content of this release does revolve around heavy emotion at times, the underlying sentiment throughout is one that is reminiscent of a beautiful day at the beach. Glvsshouse is one of the most prominent vocalists in Massachusetts, and anywhere else, right now, and his skill sets have set him up for great success. His discography is one that has been pieced together diligently over the years, and though he's undergone a few rebrands and stylistic changes, one thing persists and it's that Glvsshouse is a groundbreaking creative that seldom misses the mark. Be on the lookout for what he's got coming next!  By: Shamus Hill
Hailing from Cambridge is Rothstein – a depthful artist whose catalog of music has grown with immense strength since his start many years ago. Combining elements of R&B, Trap, Dance, and Electronic music to name a few genres in particular, Rothstein's multi-faceted capabilities have assisted his development as an artist with immense power. Today, he's makes his way across our pages with his second single of the year – "Overdrive". Since debuting "Venice" alongside both Gabe Gill and Brasstracks in March, Rothstein has remained relatively quiet up through this point in the year. Taking time to stack up unreleased records, this Cambridge native has an arsenal of music that's prepared for launch. In an interview with Rothstein that I conducted in 2019, he spoke on how much of a therapeutic process it is when crafting his music. He consistently incorporates his real life experiences into his releases, tapping into his greatness along the way. Something which has led to hit after hit, it's safe to say that he's been heading down the right path. Rothstein recruited some powerhouses for the production of this release. The instrumental was crafted by the Manhattan duo of Ivan Jackson and Conor Rayne who make up Brasstracks, and the Norwegian producer Lido, who are all true titans within music right now. Both Brasstracks and Lido are in possession of nearly a million monthly listeners on Spotify alone at this current point in time, something which speaks to the excellence of their respective discographies. As they're working relationship with Rothstein continues to develop, I'm really hopeful that we'll be able to listen to some more collaborations in the future. 
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We loved DJ Caitlin so much, we had to have her pull up to Mass Music Radio again to bless us with another set... and SHEESH, she did not disappoint! We are a big fan of her live toneplays so you already know she came through with more surprises tucked up under her sleeve. Nonetheless, her live mashups and scratching are still crisp and sharp just in time for the Beancup Battle, a DJ battle consisting of Boston DJs of which Caitlin is part of. Keep an eye on her social media for more details! Watch her full Mass Music Radio DJ Set below: 
By: Shamus Hill
When the topic of music in Massachusetts arises, Trottie Y Gizzle is a name that must be included within the conversation each and every time. His music has grown to become representative of our region's drill scene, with individuals from both near and far flocking to his YouTube page for each of his forthcoming releases. "When I Die" is the latest addition to his discography – one that centers itself around Trottie Y Gizzle's thoughts surrounding the mark that he'll leave when he passes. We've seen a vast amount of deaths within the spectrum of Hip-Hop and Rap music over the years, something which largely stems from the street life that is often placed at the forefront of these genres. Y Gizzle is no stranger to this, as he's had his fair share of run-ins with the Boston Police Department. Regardless of their attempts to hold him back, Trottie Y Gizzle has continued to strive towards greatness, speaking on behalf of those whose voices are often deemed as not important. As 2021 pushes forward, this Jamaica Plain native has only grown more focused with his music. Show some love to Trottie Y Gizzle as he's poised to become a leader within Massachusetts music. Watch the official music video for "When I Die" below: 
By: Shamus Hill
New Bedford native, AMG Vic, has been on a hot streak up through this point in the year. Already chalking up three visuals to his list of releases in 2021, he's well on his way toward developing a significant name for himself within the scope of Massachusetts music. Today, AMG Vic makes his way onto the airwaves of Mass Music Radio with the official music video for "Die Mz". Shot by the incredibly talented Isaac Garcia, this video is one that instantly made a fan. While I've been aware of the top notch music that's been exiting New Bedford over the last several years, AMG Vic's name was one that didn't appear on my radar until this very drop. Better late than never as they say, because this bubbling talent from Massachusetts possesses a unique artistry that'll surely carry him far. If you're looking to dig deeper into New Bedford's music scene, then I would strongly suggest checking out Isaac Garcia's work, as he's been providing visuals for the area's best. Watch the official music video for "Die Mz" below: 
By: Shamus Hill Coming to you from the depths of space today is Massachusetts duo, Brevin Kim, who just unleashed their second single of the year – "YOU F.O". Trading vocal harmonies with ease, Brevin Kim routinely assembles some of the most addictive music that there is. As they continue to develop and experiment with their craft, they unlock entirely new heights – something which has resulted in an incredibly notable catalog of music. "YOU F.O" rests as the group's second single to be released up through this point in 2021. Following up on their recent release "NAPLES" with expert marksmanship, these guys are poised to really make an impact with their art. This interstellar release speaks to the otherworldly characteristics of Brevin Kim's discography. Starting with a brief voicemail from their grandparents, the beginning moments of "YOU F.O." serve as a reminder of what their lives used to be. Both Bren and Cal have amassed an immense following over the last few years, leading to more than 220k monthly listeners on Spotify alone. There music takes influence from a multitude of genres, helping Brevin Kim truly stand out amongst a generation of music that can be incredibly lacking at times. The three minute runtime of "YOU F.O." reflects the sentiment perfectly, switching between lighthearted singing to a raging, autotune-riddled hook within a moment's notice. Easily one of the bigger acts from Massachusetts right now, what this brothers are accomplishing is something that should inspire creatives from across the globe. Watch the official music video for "YOU F.O." below: 
BY DJ VO
Martha Vineyard's DJ Hack It recently stopped by the studio and dropped an absolute bomb of a set. Consisting of the hottest tech house tracks and top 40 remixes, Hack It carries around a naturally high energy throughout the entirety of his set. Not only is he a DJ of groovy basslines, Hack It is also a photographer, working with the likes of Loud Luxury, Joe Bermudez & more! Follow Hack It at @dj_hack_it on IG to see where he might be playing next! Watch his full Mass Music Radio DJ Set below: |
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