This song feels like a lumberjack slowly methodically removing the center of tree and watching it fall to the ground. Every bar is Tre with a STIHL MS 250 Wood Boss chainsaw removing rings from a decade-old ash tree. Each moment slowly making sure his team is clear of the fall, Tre’s words in this song feel like he’s making strides toward getting that house built. It’s easy to buy things prefabricated and have someone stitch them together. However, a solid foundation and construction seem to ...

This song feels like a lumberjack slowly methodically removing the center of tree and watching it fall to the ground. Every bar is Tre with a STIHL MS 250 Wood Boss chainsaw removing rings from a decade-old ash tree. Each moment slowly making sure his team is clear of the fall, Tre’s words in this song feel like he’s making strides toward getting that house built. It’s easy to buy things prefabricated and have someone stitch them together. However, a solid foundation and construction seem to ...

Malz’ “Seet Deh” feels like a scene from a Godfather movie where you are just about to get the explanation on why you fucked up. Then subsequently afterwards you are going to take a ride with two gentleman that are very suavely dressed and properly equipped to dispose of your body. The sounds of this record are as appropriately menacing as one would expect and yet there is a layer of wisdom between these bars that is worth the listen. Cosign: Malz Monday | Curated by lifeofclaude

Malz’ “Seet Deh” feels like a scene from a Godfather movie where you are just about to get the explanation on why you fucked up. Then subsequently afterwards you are going to take a ride with two gentleman that are very suavely dressed and properly equipped to dispose of your body. The sounds of this record are as appropriately menacing as one would expect and yet there is a layer of wisdom between these bars that is worth the listen. Cosign: Malz Monday | Curated by lifeofclaude

Athena Yasaman history of curating music is showing up in the numbers. With 15 out of 21 submissions have a co-sign Athena is sitting at a 70% hit rate. Her taste is wildly eclectic with many artists in her profile just starting out. With acts as upstart as SuperJazzClub to more established artists like Juls, the range is evident. Phlote: In true Nardwaur fashion, Who are you? Athena Yasaman - I’m Athena, Iranian-Cypriot-American human, extroverted introvert, friend of all cats, avid gardener...

Athena Yasaman history of curating music is showing up in the numbers. With 15 out of 21 submissions have a co-sign Athena is sitting at a 70% hit rate. Her taste is wildly eclectic with many artists in her profile just starting out. With acts as upstart as SuperJazzClub to more established artists like Juls, the range is evident. Phlote: In true Nardwaur fashion, Who are you? Athena Yasaman - I’m Athena, Iranian-Cypriot-American human, extroverted introvert, friend of all cats, avid gardener...

Making it through the week should be a celebration every Friday. You work too hard all week to not go out at the end of the week with a bang. Working with Zora’s tools we’ve brought 3 new drops to the blockchain that we are excited to talk about. If you are getting ready to go out pre-game with us. Enjoy your Friday.ForteBowie’s “GMFU” LISTEN | MINT Atlanta has one in ForteBowie, his talent at this point is undeniable, and with a full project coming and this song setting things up, we feel ve...

Making it through the week should be a celebration every Friday. You work too hard all week to not go out at the end of the week with a bang. Working with Zora’s tools we’ve brought 3 new drops to the blockchain that we are excited to talk about. If you are getting ready to go out pre-game with us. Enjoy your Friday.ForteBowie’s “GMFU” LISTEN | MINT Atlanta has one in ForteBowie, his talent at this point is undeniable, and with a full project coming and this song setting things up, we feel ve...

I ghostrided the chopped up Maybach from the Otis Music video while British race car driver Lewis Hamilton was driving it 180 mph. My body was covered in a full kevlar outfit complete with an Orioles Jersey and baseball cleats designed by Spike Jonz. The shoes were custom Shoe Surgeon 4’s made entirely of copper. Sparks flew off my heels as we dipped around the Audobon in style. I didn’t do any of this but when I think about this song this is exactly what it feels like. Enjoy your weekend fol...

I ghostrided the chopped up Maybach from the Otis Music video while British race car driver Lewis Hamilton was driving it 180 mph. My body was covered in a full kevlar outfit complete with an Orioles Jersey and baseball cleats designed by Spike Jonz. The shoes were custom Shoe Surgeon 4’s made entirely of copper. Sparks flew off my heels as we dipped around the Audobon in style. I didn’t do any of this but when I think about this song this is exactly what it feels like. Enjoy your weekend fol...

The world’s earliest kingdoms developed thousands of years ago when leaders began conquering and controlling cities and settlements. Rulers of early kingdoms provided protection to their residents, or subjects. The Kingdom of Bakar had their own written language that was complicated and beautiful all in one motion. Every so often the ruler of the same name would grace other kingdoms with an audible olive branch, this is the most recent documentation of that song. Cosign: Bakar | Curated By si...

The world’s earliest kingdoms developed thousands of years ago when leaders began conquering and controlling cities and settlements. Rulers of early kingdoms provided protection to their residents, or subjects. The Kingdom of Bakar had their own written language that was complicated and beautiful all in one motion. Every so often the ruler of the same name would grace other kingdoms with an audible olive branch, this is the most recent documentation of that song. Cosign: Bakar | Curated By si...

Ben swings into action with this song off of his 2021 Freelance album. This song is a celebration of getting through to the other side with no loose ends left. This song skips into the playlist letting go of everything that might hold it back. If you are waking up on this glorious weekend and feeling stuck, try letting some things go. In the most compact way, Ben’s flow is the hammock between two songs. This song feels like an annotation to a hardship in your life. When you are not feeling qu...

Ben swings into action with this song off of his 2021 Freelance album. This song is a celebration of getting through to the other side with no loose ends left. This song skips into the playlist letting go of everything that might hold it back. If you are waking up on this glorious weekend and feeling stuck, try letting some things go. In the most compact way, Ben’s flow is the hammock between two songs. This song feels like an annotation to a hardship in your life. When you are not feeling qu...

We are now able to invest in musicians in real tangible ways. Every Monday we showcase 5 musicians who are rising through the ranks at Phlote.xyz. This is an in-depth look at the future of music before it becomes the future. When it comes to making great music authenticity rules over everything. Every year a handful of musicians turn the corner and take that leap that puts them squarely in the eyes of the general public. 8.14.22 (Kaelin Ellis, JID, Joony, Fana Hues, Civ Pierre) 8.22.22 (Jean ...

We are now able to invest in musicians in real tangible ways. Every Monday we showcase 5 musicians who are rising through the ranks at Phlote.xyz. This is an in-depth look at the future of music before it becomes the future. When it comes to making great music authenticity rules over everything. Every year a handful of musicians turn the corner and take that leap that puts them squarely in the eyes of the general public. 8.14.22 (Kaelin Ellis, JID, Joony, Fana Hues, Civ Pierre) 8.22.22 (Jean ...

Artists need help. Whether it’s the relationship between Lil Wayne and Drake or the less talked about the relationship between director Anthony Mandler and Tyler, The Creator everyone needs somebody. You now have the ability to give artists money and receive something in return that will appreciate in value as that artist gets bigger. We love investing in great creators and every Sunday I’ll give you 5 new artists that are rising in through our submissions on Phlote.xyzJean DawsonWith Jean&ap...

Artists need help. Whether it’s the relationship between Lil Wayne and Drake or the less talked about the relationship between director Anthony Mandler and Tyler, The Creator everyone needs somebody. You now have the ability to give artists money and receive something in return that will appreciate in value as that artist gets bigger. We love investing in great creators and every Sunday I’ll give you 5 new artists that are rising in through our submissions on Phlote.xyzJean DawsonWith Jean&ap...

Invisible to most people the evolution of a butterfly is a violent undertaking that transforms a completely perfect caterpillar into something a little more beautiful. Jean Dawson’s evolution from 2017 has been incredible. He crawled up the side of our playlists and wrapped himself up into a chrysalis made of hater tears and abdominal sweat. On the other side of this evolution is an artist that is ready to fly off into the hearts and minds of every angry teenager on this side of the universe....

Invisible to most people the evolution of a butterfly is a violent undertaking that transforms a completely perfect caterpillar into something a little more beautiful. Jean Dawson’s evolution from 2017 has been incredible. He crawled up the side of our playlists and wrapped himself up into a chrysalis made of hater tears and abdominal sweat. On the other side of this evolution is an artist that is ready to fly off into the hearts and minds of every angry teenager on this side of the universe....

Their is an underrated elegance of a queen stepping from her throne to touch the people she most admires. Little Simz exudes the confidence of someone in touch with her surroundings. This song is rightful nestled in our Secret Radio between Bakar and JID. The combination of those two artists feels exactly like this record and its a potent piece of work. Obongjayar is an asset to say the least, his vocals sit in a treasure chest only accessible by the Queen. Simz isn't worth one listens, ...

Their is an underrated elegance of a queen stepping from her throne to touch the people she most admires. Little Simz exudes the confidence of someone in touch with her surroundings. This song is rightful nestled in our Secret Radio between Bakar and JID. The combination of those two artists feels exactly like this record and its a potent piece of work. Obongjayar is an asset to say the least, his vocals sit in a treasure chest only accessible by the Queen. Simz isn't worth one listens, ...

Van Buren Records is gearing up for an album of the year. A cornerstone for VB is Saint Lyor. I’d own property on Van Buren Island and build a house on Saint Lyor Avenue at this point. I saw Lyor open up for some folks at the Fillmore in Silver Spring, Maryland, and he’s got this innate stage presence that feels like with more shows he’s going to be a very solid part of the next decade. Groups in Hip-Hop tend to lean on each other because separately they can’t carry the mantle. Yet with Van B...

Van Buren Records is gearing up for an album of the year. A cornerstone for VB is Saint Lyor. I’d own property on Van Buren Island and build a house on Saint Lyor Avenue at this point. I saw Lyor open up for some folks at the Fillmore in Silver Spring, Maryland, and he’s got this innate stage presence that feels like with more shows he’s going to be a very solid part of the next decade. Groups in Hip-Hop tend to lean on each other because separately they can’t carry the mantle. Yet with Van B...