Author: Steve

Shankytanky is a music writer focused on hip-hop and R&B. He delivers fresh content with real knowledge and love for the culture.

Once upon a time, there was a determined and talented musician named ME$ WRLD. He labored arduously to realize his dream of becoming successful in the music business. Despite his efforts, he had little success and few followers on social media. ME$ WRLD persisted in his efforts to improve his art, nevertheless, and never gave up. ME$ WRLD is now recognised as a rising star in the music industry. His most recent albums, “No Apologies” and “Can’t Be Replaced,” are getting excellent reviews from his expanding fan base. ME$ WRLD’s music is available for streaming all around the world, and…

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Music fans across the world are taking notice of Rico Fontame, an artist who is quickly making a name for himself in the music industry. With his unique sound, inspiring lyrics and creative approach to songwriting, it’s no wonder why he’s becoming one of the most talked about artists today. “No pressure at all,” says Fontame when asked which lyric best describes him. “No matter what I just put the work in and go attain what I’m after.” It’s this unstoppable determination that has helped him stand out from other artists. He believes that artistry still matters, and puts tremendous…

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Louie XO out of Columbus, OH is back again with his 25th Mixtape in 5 years of him being an artist. This project consist of hits like “Mamacita” feat TGA artist Dkpezoz, “8 Gates”, “Range” feat Shaway & XTC, and many more. while celebrating his 25th project Louie XO will also pass Young Thug (24) in total projects released as he continues his rise to fame…with projects like Pretty Brown Thang, G.T.S, The GameBoy Tape all still in the vault XO is giving a well needed piece of art to the world. for more on Louie XO check out his…

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Brian Gregory Cooper was born, June 10, 1992 in Bronx, New York. He’s an African American Rapper and Songwriter that’s better known by his stage name, Theory. He initially gain recognition as a Rapper with highly stylized and rhythmic beats combined with his street conscious songwriting style. Theoryetti is a dynamic writer and independent music artist that’s fascinating the audience. He’s responsible and innovative with years’ experience in music and video productions. Theoryetti grew up in a music household where his father, Ernest Super Cooper made his way to success as a Black History Hip Hop, R&B, and Good Health…

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NYC artist Slaywitme has teamed up with Dom Corleo to provide a hypnotic, glitch induced banger! Forging elements of Plugnb with punk, the track was produced by foolysrevenge. After releasing under a different artist name, and experiencing remarkable levels of success, Slay has rechristened his old name sake, with all of the momentum he’s been accruing leading up to his debut project ‘trust me, it gets worse’, Slay’s unique spin on the 2000’s R&B. https://www.instagram.com/slaywitme2k/https://twitter.com/slaywitmehhttps://www.tiktok.com/@slaywitme2khttps://www.youtube.com/@slaywitmehhttps://soundcloud.com/slaywitmehttps://open.spotify.com/artist/6iuyjc5Y2UTDG9htNrLAcwhttps://music.apple.com/us/artist/slaywitme/1651273961

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We’ve been keeping an eye on ladyv777 as well, and for good reason she is making her way around the global music scene with the unique sound of pop hip hop and r&b blended it with authentic lyrics which granted her a a nomination and won best female vocalist of 2021 and also landed a collaboration with the female rapper Lachat from the legendary Memphis rap group three six mafia in ink a a first independent record deal bless up records in august of 2022

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Just a year ago many were ranting about this artist being “The Hottest Rapper in Memphis” but it looks like Fayro has bigger things in mind. The artist recently appeared in a Tubi Original featuring a star studded cast including actors Ronreaco Lee and D Woods among others. He took to media outlets and shared what it was like appearing in the movie while going through difficult times. More recently the artist is back in the studio and just announced his latest release “My Homage” which will be exclusive to the official website www.Fayromusic.com. Fans can enjoy this project on…

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From the underground clubs of 1970s New York to the charts of today, hip-hop has always been a genre that defies expectations and pushes boundaries. But as the years have passed, fans and critics alike have begun to wonder: where will hip-hop go next? Enter Dampszn, a rising star who is poised to lead the way into the genre’s next frontier. With a sound that blends the rhythmic beats of hip-hop with elements of pop, trap, and EDM, Dampszn has crafted a unique and fresh sound that is all his own. Growing up listening to the likes of Drake and…

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Sirrom is a rapper who has made a name for himself in the music industry through his unique style and authenticity. He is known for his ability to be himself and not try to be something that he’s not, which sets him apart from many other artists in the genre. As a professional in the music industry, I can relate to the struggles and challenges that many aspiring artists face when trying to make a name for themselves. It can be difficult to stand out in a crowded market, and many artists feel pressure to conform to certain expectations or…

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A new rising star in the world of rap has emerged from the streets of Las Cruces, NM. Demeyez, a bilingual rapper who spits lyrics in both English and Spanish, has been turning heads with his dark and lyrical style. His latest songs “Paralizado” , “Necromancy” and “Death of Designer” have garnered much attention for their controversial themes and dark vibes. Demeyez has been making music for many years now but only recently gained popularity on social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram, where he has been sharing snippets of his new tracks. His music caught the attention of many…

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