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Meet Cortlen Delva, One Of the Finest American Rappers On The Radar

Cortlen Delva

Today, we are going to introduce Cortlen Delva, one of the finest and hottest American rappers on the radar you need to know in 2021. Cortlen Delva, better known as G-Pak is an American artist, songwriter, and founder of Serie Music, LLC from Brooklyn. He has a music background in recording, mixing, mastering, producing, and also he is a hip-hop vocalist. We had the opportunity to interview Cortlen Delva to talk about his musical career, achievement, and influences in his life so far in the music industry.

 

Where are you based?

Cortlen Delva – I was born and raised in the neighborhood of Crown Heights in Brooklyn, New York City.

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How long have you been making music?

Cortlen Delva – Well, I started doing music for fun back  in 2004

 

What inspired you to pursue a career in music?

Cortlen Delva – I started off as a DJ playing at neighborhood parties when a good friend of mines introduced me to the process of composing and arranging music besides I always had an interest in singing and rapping as well.

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What are your biggest musical influences?

Cortlen Delva – I would have to say artists like Jay-Z, Drake, Travis Scott, Kendrick Lamar is  big inspirations for me musically

 

Are you signed to a label or are you an independent artist?

Cortlen Delva – I am currently an independent artist looking to get a distribution deal for my label and artist.

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How many songs or albums have you released to date?

Cortlen Delva – I have released a total of 5 songs since June 2019

 

Can you tell us a few things about your latest release?

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Cortlen Delva – My latest release is a song called “No Love” the song is about people showing you fake up. When you’re down and out no one really shows you love then when everything is going good they love you.

Any plans for new music or upcoming projects we should know about?

Cortlen Delva – Yes, I am currently working on my first Ep titled “First Impression” Release date is not available. I also have a new music video with a song titled “Nasty”.

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Instagram: instagram.com/cortlendelva

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CortlenDelvaMusic/

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“Hell has frozen over” finds Sarina choosing peace over being understood

Sarina

Sarina’s new track, “Hell has frozen over,” explores the less dramatic, more complicated moment of reaching the end of the road, being gaslit, ignored, rejected, and painfully lonely. It translates the emotional burnout into a rock-pop context that’s easy to understand.

“Hell has frozen over” focuses on the decision to step away, instead of explaining, defending, or seeking understanding from people who refuse to listen. The rock foundation gives it the right weight, the pop influence makes it accessible, and the focus stays on the emotional message.

Sarina’s art is the struggle of loss and being strong in yourself. It’s about understanding that protecting your peace is more important than being understood. And that’s the emotional balance that gives the release its character so that the subject matter has relevance beyond a particular circumstance.

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“Hell has frozen over“ is a relief from the burden of carrying on a debate that will never be resolved. Sarina turns an experience of isolation into a statement about boundaries, resilience, and the choice not to get caught in the same cycle. The result is a record that’s at its best when it’s being true to what it feels like to finally be free from whatever has been holding you down.

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Girlhood finds summer warmth and quiet freedom on “Lemon Aid”

Girlhood

“Lemon Aid“ is a warm indie-pop ballad from Girlhood that finds comfort in the ordinary and weaves in a sense of release. This song is about surrendering to the moment, finding space to breathe, and letting a little lightness back in. This reflective core is surprising, given the warm summer-night feel of the track, hinting at a moment of emotional rebalancing.

Singer-songwriter Natalie Holmes has a tender personality and fronts the slow-burning “Lemon Aid.” The production supports that softness, keeping the song’s gentle mood and intimate direction front and center. Beneath the comfort is a thoughtful examination of pressure, transition, and the need to pause.

The song’s link to the streets of Stroud offers yet another layer of art to the work. Familiar places can mean something when life feels uncertain, and the emotional scene involves storefronts, parks, cafes, and leafy, winding streets. “Lemon Aid“ searches for beauty in everyday places and rituals, finding still moments that mean something without getting carried away.

The track is the first release of Girlhood’s forthcoming album, “This Will Make Sense In The End,” a more reflective chapter with hope at its heart. “Lemon Aid” is about softness, conjuring a space where dancing, wandering, and just existing can feel like a cure. It’s an unleashing of small observations and soft emotional movement and a clear indication of the thoughtful direction that Girlhood is heading next.

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