FKi

If you go back into the 25below archives you will see exactly who FKi is. Although the "FKi" meaning may have changed since then. Now meaning F*$@in Kickin It, Raye Rich and 1st Down are the duo from Atlanta that makes up this group. Like I've always thought, they are bringing a different aspect to Rap and I think it's something that needs to be heard. Although they've been coming up really strong as producers for your favorite rappers lately, they've dropped TNTH II (Transformers N The Hood 2) this year and it has been quite a surprising yet definitely great project. All about drugs, partying and having a good time, add their tapes to your summer playlist. Now follow me to AMDAM...

If you like what you've seen I most definitely recommend downloading the rest of their mixtapes, watching their other music videos and catching them on tour! If you're in Michigan like myself, FKi will be performing at the Crofoot in Pontiac on July 18th via the Keep Calm & Twerk Tour. Or go to their website (click on FKi above for the link) to see if they're coming to a city near you.

Johnny Rain, ft. LaShaun Ellis - Superstition

A little while back a friend told me to check out Johnny Rain. I just recently did so and I am liking what I'm hearing. With a comparison to the likes of The Weeknd and Frank Ocean, which I don't totally agree with (beside the point), he does have a different sound than the less than average R&B you hear nowadays. Rain has 1 album that you can stream and download on DJBooth.net, with quite a few good tracks. This interesting track with a surprisingly good feature from unknown Lashaun Ellis, titled "Superstition", is featured on L.O.M. (Lullaby of Machine).

Retro Su$h! - Stayin True

Just a random song from a group called Retro Su$h!, consisting of Retro and Jace Ceej. This song, "Stayin True", features Key!. This is a track off of their debut mixtape Kung Fu In Japan, which you can listen to and download here if you like what you hear. Enjoy.

Dom Kennedy- Locals Only

"Locals Only" can be found on Dom's From the "West Side With Love". The song has one of the chillest beats ever and a set of visuals that has an arsty flair to it. Enjoy!

Chip Tha Ripper- The Entrance

"The Entrance" can be found on Chip's "Gift Raps" mixtape. If you're unfamiliar with Mr. Ripper then please, get acquainted below!