Hip-Hop
North Ravi’s “Barry Bonds Freestyle” hits a home run with experimental vibes
In North Ravi’s “Barry Bonds Freestyle,” from the EP fragments., listeners are offered a ride through a mindscape that is certainly unconventional. This is a raw and unapologetic dive into self-exploration, into the mind of an artist, that could only find its way out in music. “Barry Bonds Freestyle” is experimental down to the bone, it’s built on pushing until the envelope’s had enough and reduces back a bit, daring listeners to expand their thought of what a track could be. It’s the sort of track that sounds like a random gush of creativity, raw but finely ground to emulate that eccentric quality North Ravi is renowned for.
This song perfectly encapsulates fragments. This EP offers a multicolor view into the pieces of Ravi’s inner world that words alone can’t describe. The music is a language unto itself, combining experimentation with emotional honesty. Every beat and rhythm sounds like a brushstroke, filling an intricate picture of vulnerability and hardness. What is striking about “Barry Bonds Freestyle” right from the opening is the unconventional nature of its music, a breath of fresh air. The song is unpredictable, experimental, and completely engaging. It makes them forget musical expectations and just feel the music’s raw energy and unusual beauty.
By sharing these private and fragmented pieces of self through sound, North Ravi finds a way to connect with his audience in a truly his own way. This is a single to be experienced, studied, and revisited, each layer of it revealing itself as you return to it. In a world of cookie-cutter beats and cliché hooks, “Barry Bonds Freestyle” is a bunch of left turns and a reminder of how much artistic North Ravi has. It’s a fearless jump into the unknown, an invitation to enter music as a profoundly personal journey that can be profoundly transformational. For anyone longing for a flash of adventure housed in an emotional truth, this single is a must, for it’s a sonic voyage that leaves you curious and feet first.
Artist Spotlight
El Vrother turns negativity into strength on new single “My Biggest Fan”
“My Biggest Fan” is a powerful, insightful, and surprisingly uplifting song. It’s a Latin-infused hip-hop anthem that puts a new spin on turning negativity into strength. El Vrother’s latest track is about redemption, growth, and being real.
This was inspired by a real-life event in which a listener admitted to posting hateful comments about El Vrother’s work for years before becoming a steadfast supporter. The ironic and human change gave the song its creative spark, and El Vrother didn’t get back at anyone or ignore the problem. Instead, he turned it into art, which shows that even anger can change when faced with honesty and sincerity.
The song has a unique sound that is both authentic and powerful, blending sharp Latin rhythms with a hip-hop foundation. His story shows how music that comes from real struggles, real life, and real feelings can have a significant effect. It is an artistic position that runs counter to the negative trends common in modern music charts. “My Biggest Fan” is a statement that authentic storytelling will always be important.
El Vrother uses the song to show that music can change people’s minds, break down walls, and start real change. He thinks of the song as proof that music can change how people feel. This is a response to the widespread culture of hate online. El Vrother improves the conversation in “My Biggest Fan” and gives us a piece with purpose, a beat, and an effect.
Artist Spotlight
J’mall soars to new heights with new release “Ivory Towers”
Fans can get a taste of J’mall’s growing artistry with his new single, “Ivory Towers,” alongside his second album, “More That Meets The Eye,” set for release on November 7, 2025. This third part builds on the success of his other two works, “Peripheral” and “More For Me.” It begins to paint a fuller picture of an artist seeking meaning, self-reflection, and strength.
“Ivory Towers” is a mindset, and J’mall tells a story about healing, choosing hope over pain, and learning to view life from a higher perspective. He uses pain as a foundation for growth and understanding. The title means overcoming chaos, trauma, and uncertainty to see life with renewed hope.
The track skilfully blends openness and strength, demonstrating that J’mall can transform his own life into stories that resonate with others. The song discusses how difficult things are for him, but it never gives up. Instead, it encourages people to become more aware by telling them to keep moving forward, maintain their faith, and continue to grow.
“Ivory Towers” is an excellent example of how much J’mall has grown as a musician and as a person since the release of his first LP, G.R.I.T.S (The Gift Resides Internally Therefore Shine), in 2023. J’mall shares a point of view that makes us want to see life from a place of peace, strength, and possibility.
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