10 Indie Artists You Should Know: February 2023
This is part of a series highlighting 10 independent artists each month. Artists are presented in alphabetical order. To be considered for future entries, you can submit your music via the email address provided below.
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Breyan Bliss
Singer, rapper, & musician from Sacremento
One Song Introduction: "When It's Dark Out"
One Sentence Pitch: With his 2022 EP Midnight Fervor, Breyan Bliss made clear that he's here to stay with his seamless melding of smooth crooning and nimble rapping.
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DILLION
Singer, producer, & multi-instrumentalist from Little Rock
One Song Introduction: "FLOATING" ft. LOCK
One Sentence Pitch: DILLION has a rich, soulful voice that he accentuates with lush layering and engaging production.
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Erykah Officer
Singer-songwriter from Miami
One Song Introduction: "Please U" with Dende
One Sentence Pitch: A member of the burgeoning Crossroads Music Group, Erykah Officer shines with her gorgeous vocals and vulnerable song-writing.
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Jay Wood
Rapper and producer from Chicago
One Song Introduction: "HOMESICK" ft. femdot.
One Sentence Pitch: Jay Wood stands out in a stacked Chicago independent hip-hop scene with his ability to elevate his raps with his melodic flows and polished production.
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Khaliyah X
Singer from Chicago
One Song Introduction: “We Outside"
One Sentence Pitch: Khaliyah X makes earworms that update traditional R&B sounds with a modern edge.
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Luke Bar$
Rapper from Brockton
One Song Introduction: “"
One Sentence Pitch: A member of Brockton's buzzing Van Buren Records, Luke Bar$ uses his music as an outlet to tell his stories; painting vivid pictures in his raspy, expressive voice.
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ohbliv
Producer from Richmond
One Song Introduction: “Good" with BlackLiq
One Sentence Pitch: A fixture of Richmond hip-hop, ohbliv produces hypnotic, timeless beats with meticulous sample flips and evocative drum programming.
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RobTaleur
Rapper from Jackson
One Song Introduction: “Straight Shot to Nola"
One Sentence Pitch: RobTaleur has a laidback, slick delivery that perfectly compliments his cool yet down to earth lyrics; coming across equal parts luxurious and relatable.
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Savvy Mcfly
Rapper from New Haven
One Song Introduction: "Feet Don't Fail Me Now"
One Sentence Pitch: Though Savvy Mcfly is just getting started, it's already clear that he's got something to say; whether wearing his heart on his sleeve with his debut single or boisterously proclaiming himself the most talented alongside his CQCX family.
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Wav Lee
Producer from Salt Lake City
One Song Introduction: “playin malcolm" with Lil Du Bois & King $ly
One Sentence Pitch: Wav Lee is a very versatile producer that consistently crafts beats with unique pockets for rappers to utilize, often bringing out some of their best performances.
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Written by: Tyler Blankinship, @TylerBlankCQCX on Twitter.
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