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Interview: Ice Water Mike 

"We're definitely trying to bring that gangster shit back," declares Ice Water Mike. He's not kidding either. The Detroit MC spits like a shotgun blast on every single joint he drops. He hits everything in sight from club-ready hooks to raw, real, and rugged street passion. There's nobody doing it

Interview: Dee Goodz 

"It's related to Johnny Cash," Dee Goodz says of the title to his latest mixtape, Donny Cash. "In my mind, he's the first real gangster artist. The cat was performing in jails and all of that. Once I read up and listened to his music, I'm from the same place—Tennessee. Here I am doing it at the

Interview: Max Frost 

You might just fall in love with Max Frost as soon as you hear him. His EP, Low High Low, has that kind of magnetic soul charm that's a hallmark of all superstars. His voice immediately resonates, while the songs themselves prove unshakable. It's a dynamic and diverse offering, introducing one of

Interview: 3OH!3 

3OH!3 bring the party wherever they go. That's exactly what's happening on their Fall jaunt, the NOISE TOUR powered by Journeys, and also featuring The Summer Set, Wallpaper., and NeW bEAT FUNd. Each band on this varied bill offers its own live experience, making for a well-rounded and unforgettable