By: Shamus Hill
Raynham's Maeko just gifted fans with arguably his best single to-date – a glistening offering titled "Don't Listen To Me". Contrary to what the title states, the squad here at Mass Music Radio strongly suggests listening to this track, which is precisely why it makes its way onto our blog today. Both shot and directed by Logan Wilder, this Alice in Wonderland-esque visual is one that contains a bright, delightful feeling throughout its nearly three minutes of length. Rather than forcefully making his presence known to the listener, Maeko takes a much more laid back approach here, understanding along the way that his artform is one that is supposed to be fulfilling to him and no one else. This underlying sentiment has resulted in a newfound energy surrounding his discography, one that is leading to the immense development of his craft. Maeko is certainly no stranger to Mass Music Radio, as this Massachusetts creative performed on our stage at Northampton's Extravaganja way back in 2018. Though he's focused moreso on his solo-discography these days, Maeko is still managing to turn heads with his innate singing and rapping abilities. We are truly filled with excitement for what's to come for this Raynham native, and you should be to, as he is a part of the ongoing takeover of Massachusetts creatives within the ever widening music industry. Watch the official music video for "Don't Listen To Me" below:
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By: Shamus Hill
Constructing a wonderfully vibrant addition to her discography is Oompa – a Boston native who's catalog of music has grown with immense fortitude over the last several years. Working as a poet, rapper, and educator, there's no limitations set upon this Bay State creative, who manages to speak power into disenfranchised groups from both Massachusetts and beyond. Today, she makes her way onto our blog with the official music video for her latest single, "GO" featuring Dan DeCristofaro. From start to finish, "GO" contains this jovial, optimistic sentiment. Though she is quite literally being chased by the police throughout this visual's entirety, Oompa manages to reflect on life and continue moving forward in the same breath – something which speaks largely to black existence in this world. Rather than succumbing to the ongoing attempt to consume her existence, Oompa continues to thrive, understanding the fact that she is going to persevere through any and all obstacles that approach her. What I love the most about this release is the fact that she can take these serious themes, and present them in a way that makes for an addictive, summertime single. Oompa possesses this innate ability to make music that's both joyous to listen to, and contains an immense amount of meaning at the same exact time, something which can be incredibly difficult to manage. Helping to extract this light-hearted sentiment from this deep offering are Dan DeCristafaro and Dephrase, two creatives from Massachusetts who are exceptionally talented with regard to their individual crafts. Dan, who is a part of the Blue Light Bandits, provides autotune-infused vocals, while Dephrase was tasked with putting this well-accomplished instrumental together. Yet another example of the artistic prowess that's present in Massachusetts, "GO" is a track that fans of local music should be getting behind. Watch the official music video for "GO" below: 
By: Shamus Hill
Enlisting help from Hooterville's BoriRock and Dun Dealy, Reem Skully puts his best foot forward on this newest single "Get Away". Originally hailing from the Boston neighborhood of Mattapan, Reem Skully has positioned himself as one of the most capable MCs that the city has to offer. Allowing both BoriRock and Dun Dealy to reel in first two minutes of this release, Reem finishes things off with another two minutes of polished, well-measured raps that serve as an excellent representation of his artistic capabilities. When thinking of individuals that accurately depict the culture prevalent within Boston, Reem Skully, BoriRock, and Dun Dealy are three people who instantly come to mind. Boasting about their respective neighborhoods and lining their verses with the occasional "On Dogs!" adlib, "Get Away" rests as a microcosm for what these Boston natives are doing with their craft. This visual was shot by JY Filmz, and directed by both JY Filmz and Boston rapper OG Swaggerdick. Watch the official music video for "Get Away" below: MILLYZ BRINGS SOME OF MASSACHUSETTS' MOST ELITE RAPPERS TOGETHER IN HIS NEW VISUAL FOR "CANTALOUPE"22/7/2021 
By: Shamus Hill
One of the pioneers of the Massachusetts rap scene that currently lays in front of us is Millyz – a native of Cambridge who's amassed an extensive catalog of music over the course of the last decade. Today, he makes an appearance across the airwaves of Mass Music Radio with the official music video for the latest addition to his discography, "Cantaloupe". Those who follow Millyz on Twitter will note how outspoken he is regarding music in Massachusetts:
Rather than just tweeting about this issue though, Millyz decided to take action with the visual for "Cantaloupe". Standing behind the Cambridge rapper are a select group of Massachusetts natives whose music has helped to reconstruct the narrative surrounding culture within the Bay State. Including BoriRock, DunDealy, Mizzie Cash, and CWells to name a few, this video is an excellent portrayal of the prospering Hip-Hop scene that is in existence here.
Spewing raps for a period of time lasting longer than 90 seconds, Millyz is no stranger to jamming his releases to the brim with ferocious lines that engulf the listener's mind. Seemingly doing so in an effortless manner, this Cambridge rapper is as naturally-gifted as they come. Not letting his foot off of the pedal since his joint tape alongside Dave East earlier this year, Millyz routinely drops new material for his constantly growing audience. He's proven to be one of the hardest working individuals in this state, with his level of artistic skill becoming more and more apparent as time moves forward. Watch the official music video for "Cantaloupe" below: 
BY DJ VO
Tommy Capretto with a live performance! We were so excited for this one. He took the time out of his busy schedule to come up to Massachusetts and pay us a visit at the station! His first time ever at Mass Music Radio, we made sure to take care of him while at the same time, he took care of us! Bringing with him a bottle of homemade tequila... he made sure we all took part, as he set the vibes right in the studio for his set. Tommy is a house music DJ/Producer, originating from the greater Philadelphia area. He has remixes and original music on several labels, such as, Universal Music, Capitol Records, Armada Music, Juicy Music, HoTL Records, and Carrillo Music Group, as well as, his own independent label, Summond Records. As a touring DJ, Tommy has played countless venues all over the country. A few notable names include Rumor Philadelphia, Fire & Ice Lounge Miami, Royale Boston, NOTO Philadelphia and VYNL New York. Capretto’s music is also supported by global DJs like Don Diablo, Laidback Luke, Oliver Heldens, Roger Sanchez, Robbie Rivera, BlasterJaxx, Thomas Gold, KRYDER, and many others. Not everyone understands... house music... but Tommy does! His Mass Music Set was absolutely beautiful. Even though it was only a 1 hour set, Tommy was able to take us on a musical journey, playing hit after hit, taking us down, to the underground. Full of electrifying beats, creative acapella play, and flawless technical skills, you don't want to miss this video! Catch his full Mass Music Radio DJ Set here: 
By: Shamus Hill
Arguably the greatest rapper-producer duo in existence in Boston right now, both Valley and Korhef have relayed their fair share of well-executed releases over the last couple of years. Today, these Massachusetts-based creatives make their mark across the airwaves of Mass Music Radio with the Dom Bruno-directed music video for "Money On They Head". Generating his fanbase through his hypnotic usage of melodic raps, Valley's artistry is one that comes paired with a high-level of prowess. Each forthcoming addition to his catalog of music is well-executed, as this young artist manages to find new ways to rise up to the occasion during each visit to the studio. In years past, offerings such as "Atari", "COLOR DIAMONDS", and "KISS" were routine features across both the streets of Boston and our official radio stream. Fast forward to now, and this Boston native hasn't gone anywhere except for up – excelling to new heights in the process. Watch the official music video for "Money On The Head" below: 
BY DJ VO
Red Wav is no stranger to Mass Music Radio! Back for the 3rd time, he dropped a quick 30 min set and he absolutely smashed it. Playing some of the best underground house tracks that we've heard to date, he killed it with his dope song selection and superb technical skills but don't sleep, Red Wav's got some dance moves too! Quietly making moves in the background, Red Wav has been transitioning from DJ to producing artist to take that next big leap in his musical journey and we're so excited to see where he takes us. Surely to provide you with good entertainment and vibes, you can catch him at DOWN Nightclub and many more venues wherever you see him! Follow him on IG @red_wav to stay up to date on his music and whereabouts! Catch his full Mass Music Radio DJ Set here:  By: Shamus Hill
Recruiting some of the best talents from Massachusetts onto a singular project is BoriRock - the boisterous, yet esoteric rapper who hails from Boston's Dorchester neighborhood. Dropping his third project of the year, Bori transitions from his 2020 album Fishscale wondrously, captivating fans of Massachusetts music in the process. Today, he's featured across Mass Music Radio's airwaves with a brand new release titled D1: FREAKAZOID SUMMER. Featuring Top Hooter, Cassh Cartel, B Blazo, Reem Skully, OGM Ricky, Caev, Shaykh Hanif, and Dun Dealy, D1: FREAKAZOID SUMMER is an amazing starting point for outsiders of Boston music. All of these artists are currently bubbling within the city, helping to establish an entirely new identity for the area in the process. We constantly hone in on artists from the Bay State here at Mass Music Radio, so one can only imagine the excitement that surrounded us upon this project's release. Sitting at 14 tracks in total, BoriRock certainly did not slack with respect to giving his fans new music to listen to. Arguable the hardest working rapper in the Greater Boston area at this moment in time, BoriRock is showing no signs of slowing down his work ethic. Though he faced some legal troubles in 2020, he's determined to bounce back – utilizing his discography as a means to leave the street life behind him, and ascend to greater heights. Much of this release circulates around exactly this – the constant seeking of progress within an environment that doesn't contain much opportunity. Though he utilizes a humorous tone at times, the mission that Bori is on is one that defies many of the systemic pressures that are placed upon him. Not only does his music sound great, but the meaning behind his lyrics is something that helps make its impact substantial. 
By: Shamus Hill
Massachusetts' Giuseppe Luv has made a name for himself through the curation of his strong, unwavering sound. Today, he makes an appearance across the airwaves of Mass Music Radio with a live performance video for his single "The WRLD is Imploding". Featuring amazing visual work by CT's Chapter.02, this release is most certainly a substantial one. Giuseppe Luv has remained relatively quiet in terms of dropping new music in 2021, however he breaks his silence here. Circulating around the continuity of life during a period of time that is both tumultuous and unsure, "The WRLD is Imploding" rests as almost a journal entry for Giuseppe Luv. He manages to touch upon a vast array of emotion throughout this song's less than two minutes of length, showcasing his powerful capabilities with respect to singing, songwriting, and instrumentation in the process. At his core, Giuseppe Luv is a true artist, and is certainly worthy of the attention of the masses. Don't sleep on his latest offering. Watch the live performance video for "The WRLD Is Imploding" below: 
BY DJ VO
We had the pleasure of Tony Clarke coming through the station and dropping an absolute fire set. From the jump, he set the vibes right and was able to take us on a groovy journey. Not only a DJ, Tony Clarke is also a producer, his most recent project is with the talented HRLY, who's also come by the station as well! Make sure you check out their new single "You Make Me Feel" on all streaming platforms! Tony's discography consists of variety of genres from soul music to upbeat house/EDM, just the right grooves for all ages and people, but he also knows how to turn up the dance floor. Lucky for you, Tony is a resident DJ for Big Night so you can catch him at any of their venues on a given night! Follow Tony Clarke's IG: @tonyclarketunes to keep up to date on where you may see him next. Watch his full Mass Music Radio DJ Set below: |
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