Music
Tosa Dian Echo’s ‘The Grow To Black Collective’
“Laone Thekiso began the Grow to Black Collective in Gaborone, Botswana in 2019 with no permanent members. His vision was to explore music with different musicians and diverse, shifting creative inputs – much like the spiraling winds that sweep the surface of the planet for which the project is named.
The planet Tosa (Jupiter) represents the spiritual desire for exploration and Dia is one of her moons. This offering by the Grow to Black Collective is an exploration of composition, genre and sound, an undulating journey through frequency. The musical arc of Tosa: Dian Echo is an experimental blend of meditative riffs and cheeky bass; it includes elements of Bossa Nova and Afro-Jazz, blended with a moody sax and a sometimes-playful piano.
The album conjures another world; it provides an environment for thoughts to unfurl. One remains grounded in the familiar and is also projected into yet-to-be-discovered psychic landscapes; winds swirl across Tosa’s surface, sometimes calm, at other times tempestuous. There is a push and pull between the chords. The compositions unfold like Dia, caught in Tosa’s gravitational field, dancing around the planet, free but held tightly within her orbit. We are reminded of our temporal nature, that we are held tenuously in place by the force that weaves together the entire universe – by miraculous chance, with stubborn purpose”.
– N. Chukura
Some new music from Lord Rico and he’s pouring his heart out on this song. Take time to stream this and tap into what he’s saying, visualizer video included
Check out the latest summer-themed song from Hippy Bambino, featuring Quxncy, Lissie Rob, Chubbito, and Apollo D. This cool, 90s-inspired hip-hop track captures a laid-back vibe and celebrates having fun with music. It’s an exciting time for the Hippy Bambino brand as they expand beyond clothing and tap into the music scene. Stream it here.
One Take 267’s “Run the Payment” freestyle is the latest addition to his impressive catalogue. Over a hard-hitting, drill-inspired beat, One Take 267 once again flexes his prowess and street credibility with lines like, “Run the payment in cash, bring it to 20s, 50s, and 100s.” His delivery is raw and honest, never afraid to test himself, while reflecting his deep ties to the streets.
He navigates the beat with ease, dropping bars about moving with “heathens, shot callers, street bandits,” and emphasizing his commitment to authenticity. One Take 267 declares he’s no regular rapper, eschewing idle chatter for silent moves: “No chit chat ting no more, talk about moving in silence.”
This freestyle is a powerful display of One Take 267’s talent and his genuine connection to the street life, making it clear that he’s more than just a player in the game. He’s solidifying his position as a significant force in the hip-hop world.
