Artist Spotlight
Get To Know BBY JOE, A Multi-talented Rapper Who Is On A Steady Rise In Hip-hop

Right out of the suburbs of Chicago, BBY JOE is making statements with his music career. BBY JOE is a multi-talented rapper and songwriter who has been on a steady rise in hip-hop for the past few years. Fun lyrics and hilarious social media antics have made him a fan favorite among all demographics. BBY JOE is known for its unique signature sound pallets that are filled with life. With all of his success and streams, the word of each of his media projects, laced with beautiful introspective music and compiling deep messages, BBY JOE chronicles his current path in life.
Checkout his latest single “What I Need” on Youtube:
Hello there, welcome to HONK! Can you tell our readers about what really inspired you to write music?
BBY JOE – What really inspired me was, Everyone in my town was into rapping and stuff and what inspired me to really start was my first couple of times at a real studio I fell in love with it all! The environment, and the community as a whole. This is what made me start building my brand in the studio and then the wrest is history.
When did you realize you were going to make music professionally?
BBY JOE – I realized I would be doing this professionally when I did my first ever concert. It was a little competition I came in second and the top 5 got studio time so I went and recorded in the studio with a legit setup. After that, I kept laying down tracks and never looked back!
Tell us what is so unique about you and your music?
BBY JOE – What’s unique about my music is I have so many different flows, and I feel like you can vibe with my music and get hype to it as well. I am very picky on what beats I use so I always try to use a beat I can hear myself making a catchy flow on.
Can you tell us about your latest releases and what inspired you to create them?
BBY JOE – My latest release is called “What I Need” and it’s on all streaming platforms. What inspired me to create it was me really just sitting there and thinking about what most people would relate to.
Can you give us a brief insight into your upcoming projects?
BBY JOE – I got a new single coming soon within these next 2 months. Working on what songs I should drop next etc. I got a lot of new songs coming just have to stay in tune with me and enjoy the ride!
What do you wish you were told when you first started making music that you think would help artists just starting out?
BBY JOE – What I wish I was told was too not to be afraid to take chances. What I mean but this is to not be scared to be myself while on camera. People want authenticity and once they see that it’s gold!
What do you do when you don’t do music (creative or otherwise) that you are passionate about?
BBY JOE – I use the rest of my time doing real estate. I want to be able to make money while I sleep at night lol. This is how I invest my money into the music I release. When I blow up off of music I’ll still be doing real estate because it’s something I’ve always wanted to do.
Any last piece of advice for those artists who just started making music?
BBY JOE – The advice I would give to an up-and-coming artist it’s to just keep grinding. Don’t worry about what people gotta say. The only person you have to prove is yourself just make everyday count.
How can our readers follow you online?
BBY JOE – You can follow me on Instagram – @bby_joee_
Artist Spotlight
D. Edge drops irresistible new single “GO T.S.F.G.”

D. Edge is back with a bang! With his latest release, “GO T.S.F.G.,” the dynamic artist continues to impress with a catchy melody, infectious rhythm, and a living and breathing sound evolution that gives us plenty of reasons to keep an ear out. This track proves how D. Edge is a rising force in the new music scene, presenting a perfect balance of addictive beats with outstanding vocal flow.
The music has a driving energy but a laid-back feel, allowing the track to breathe and groove effortlessly. The hypnotic cadence of the melody keeps listeners moving and numbers vibrating at the same time. It’s a perfect demonstration of how D. Edge understands how to combine energy with ease, making every moment feel seamless and effortless.
But this is not only about the beat. But what makes “GO T.S.F.G.” stand out is D. Edge’s flawless melodic flow. His delivery rides effortlessly over the instrumental, carving every phrase easily and in style. It’s a performance with a sense of freedom throughout a single song. His voice hits sweet, almost ethereal notes and confident, nearly commanding ones, and he captures in his notes every turn.
Regarding lyrics, it sounds like an invitation to a unique sonic experience. MDOT D. Edge provides an atmosphere for the audience to jump into the unexplored world of the track, breaking free of the everyday to lose themselves in the soundscape truly. The song title, “GO T.S.F.G.,” raises a question, adding to the song’s allure as fans ponder its meaning.
This is an incredible song, and if you have been listening to his music for years or if you’re thinking about listening to it for the first time, Go T.S.F is a must. It highlights the evolution of someone like D. Edge. With this release, he has cemented himself as an artist to follow in the constantly changing music landscape.
Artist Spotlight
Peter Wilson breathes melody into Utah Phillips’ legacy with haunting new single “Old Man”

“Old Man,” Peter Wilson’s newest song, is a raw intergenerational dialogue steeped in empathy and aching humanity. Written in collaboration with the now-deceased Utah Phillips, a legendary folk musician known as the “Golden Voice of the Great Southwest,” this song presents a moving narration through the eyes of someone society too often neglects.
With lyrics by Phillips and music by Wilson, “Old Man” unites two poets in time. The effect is a gorgeously stripped-down folk ballad that comes across less like a performance than a moment of authentic listening, like a man on a park bench finally telling you the truth about his life, and you can’t help but lean in. Wilson’s acoustic music is spare and stark, letting the story do the heavy lifting. Every chord sounds intentional, as if he’s allowing room for the words to breathe, not speeding them up, just allowing them to speak. His tone is steady and gentle, almost reverent, echoing and channeling the spirit of Phillips’ storytelling. Every note carries the respect you can hear.
However, what makes “Old Man” land so much harder is its unvarnished honesty. There’s no fancy version of homelessness here. No over-dramatization or overproduction. Just quiet, contemplative music that puts you in someone else’s frayed shoes. It’s the kind of song rarely written, inviting you to rest momentarily contemplate. The track feels timeless, rooted in classic folk, and has fresh emotional resonance. It resonates with today’s audience as incisively as it may have decades ago, reminding us that tales like this still play out on every street corner daily.
By combining Utah Phillips’ words with his musical setting, Peter Wilson has created more than a song. He’s made a vessel for compassion, memory, and our oneness as humans. “Old Man” has no interest in working for your attention. It quietly earns it.
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