The Original Man (The O) – “Better Than You” (Video)
The Original Man, better known as ‘The O’, recently released the music video for his song, “Better Than You” on
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CrucialBGR – “RappinMyLife” (Freestyle Video)
Today’s #GxldApproved will be a bit different than the ones before it. We usually cover songs and albums, but today
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The R.E.D. Tapes Depict Documentary-Style Footage of Charleston’s Underground Music Scene
In hip-hop, the cameraman is a pivotal piece of the puzzle. Hip-hop’s influence has always been extremely visual because it
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Shayne Sanders – “Dreamer”
At some point in life, we all pursue something that we are passionate about. Something bigger than us. The more
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Jah Jr. – “Money On My Mind” feat. R Dotta (Video)
As time draws near for the release of Jah Jr.’s album JunyaMadeDis executive produced by SwankMadeDis, he gives us another
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The Grilled Cheese Show: #GxldApproved Hip-Hop
When cyphering through the local hip-hop scene in Charleston, you will notice an influx of platforms that spotlight the rising
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Ben Beam – Patterns (Instrumental Album Review)
Today our #GxldApproved project comes from producer Ben Beam. Released February 28th, Patterns is his debut album as a production
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#GxldApproved Wednesdays in Charleston, SC
Wednesdays are always a weird transitional part of the week. One foot in, one foot out. Do I practice top-notch
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DJ DollaMenu Releases New EP, OTW (Review)
It seems like DJ DollaMenu gets deeper in his ‘rap-bag’ with every release. His most recent single, “3 Shots”, truly
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FatRat Da Czar and More, TONIGHT at Music Farm
South Carolina legend, FatRat Da Czar aka Master Splnta, will be at the Music Farm TONIGHT with a heavy roster
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Kook Gramz feat. Geaux Diego – “Heartbreak Emoji” (Video)
Charleston bred-Southern trap lyricists, Kook Gramz and Geaux Diego, fuse together and released “Heartbreak Emoji” prod by Yung Tago on
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Kuntry – “MDMA” (Video)
Listed as one of Sauce Carolina’s Top 12 In Charleston 2022, Kuntry (formerly Lo’ Kuntry) strikes again with another upbeat,
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#GxldApproved South Carolina Hip-Hop
It’s An ‘EXTRA GXLDEN’ Valentine’s Day The #GxldApproved section for Extra Chill Magazine usually features some of South Carolina’s rising
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Really Valentine – “Rat Tail Comb” (Video)
As February progresses, the next #GxldApproved release on the list is “Rat Tail Comb”, the debut single by Really Valentine,
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Tyrie – 4 Flights (EP Review)
PAPER UP! Charleston City Paper’s 2022 Rapper of the Year, Tyrie, follows up his recent single “No Cap” with this
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Quelle the Prophet – “Intro Dos” ft. Master Splnta
Recently named an SCAC Emerging Artist, Quelle the Prophet has been quietly making a name for himself by performing all
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Mike Burna – Greatness In My DNA (Album Review)
It’s interesting how hip-hop is so boisterous, yet there’s a certain enigmatic feel that adds depth to the genre. Mike
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Traeko – “Fall in Line”
Healthy blends of space-trap soundscapes and autotune brushed vocals aid us through the melodic release of “Fall in Line” by
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WestWorld Honcho ft. LongMoney Phil “Free Blee” (Video)
WestWorld Huncho comes into February HOT with the release of “Free Blee” featuring LongMoney Phil. This high energy street anthem
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NiMo Bluus – Bluus Cluus (Album Review)
Charleston artist and BandUP CEO, NiMo Bluus, successfully set the tone for February with the release of his 5th studio,
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King Bry – “The Return” (Video Trilogy)
Johnston, SC native and rising artist King Bry just completed the release of a 3-part visual series, entitled “The Return”,
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Shayne Sanders – “Heartless”
If you know me, you know I am a big fan of music that draws emotion or better yet, shifts
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Denver Lanes – “Like That” (Video)
The hip-hop scene in Charleston is a multi-patched quilt. Each individual square holds its own unique energy and represents a
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Brandon Noir – “Heart 2 Heart” ft. Bree Janae
Charleston-based artist, Brandon Noir just released “Heart 2 Heart” featuring Bree Janae, produced by AyeYoBerg. There are so many things
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De$oul ( f.k.a ODV) Releases Self-Produced Single “No Trouble”
Charleston-based producer and songwriter, De$oul (f.k.a. ODV) recently released his self-produced single, “No Trouble”. De$oul is part of an extremely
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Jah Jr. – “FeetsOnNecks” / “SnotNose” (Video)
The beginning of 2023 has been a good one so far for the local hip-hop scene in Charleston. Adding to
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