After the adrenaline rush from Tuesday night’s (Oct. 15) BET Hip Hop Awards! The stage was ablaze with electrifying performances from the likes of Soulja Boy, Roscoe Dash, 2 Chainz, GloRilla, and a host of other incredible artists. The future of hip-hop culture is looking brighter than ever, and we can hardly contain our excitement!
Dive into Sway’s Universe with Sound Wave, where we spotlight the freshest and most captivating new sounds in R&B, hip-hop, Afrobeats, Reggae and more. This week, be swept away by Hanr’s silky R&B vibes and tap in to F.Y.I.’s collab with none other than Jadakiss. Don’t miss out on this dynamic lineup—check out this week’s Sound Wave in our list below and immerse yourself in the pulse of the music scene!
JAY SWISHES – “MONA LISA”
In a lively mix of Afrobeats and hip-hop, Ontario-born, Brooklyn-raised rapper Jay Swishes pays homage to a woman’s beauty, calling her the Mona Lisa of our time—because who needs a frame when you’re a masterpiece?
HANR – “ALL DAY” FEATURING KEZZ
The summer may be over but UK songstress Hanr is steadily giving us the vibes with her latest single “All Day” featuring Kezz. This song is an add to your playlist if you like R&B, Afrobeats, and Amapiano.
TH3ALMIGHTYQ – “WAR”
In a change of pace, if you are looking for straight bars on a hard-hitting beat, “WAR” by TH3ALMIGHTYQ is the record for you. This is an instant add to your gym playlist.
MEZMAH – “NAIROBBERY”
UK Rapper Mezmah releases his new single “Nairobbery”! This isn’t just a song—it’s a vibrant homage to my roots, a celebration of the experiences and culture that have shaped him as an artist and a man.
F.Y.I. – “UUUKNOW” FEAT JADAKISS
F.Y.I.’s latest drop, “UUUKnow,” is a must-add to your playlist, especially with Jadakiss joining the party! This track packs a punch, capturing that classic East Coast Hip Hop vibe. It’s the perfect soundtrack for your weekend—stream or download it now and let the good times roll!
LIL MANIE – “SUICIDE”
Lil Manie takes us on a ride through his life and music with his latest single “Suicide”. Born and bred in the trenches of Colorado, Manie gives us his story while putting on for CO.
BRUISER WOLF & ZACK FOX “MOUNTAIN LION”
Bruiser Brigade’s Bruiser Wolf is back, and he’s roaring with his new single “Mountain Lion,” featuring the one and only Zack Fox! Produced by CONNIE, this track is ready to pounce on all digital streaming platforms. Don’t miss out on the wildly entertaining visualizer that’s as fun as a cat video on a lazy afternoon!
LORD PHANTOM – “FAR AWAY DREAMS”
For those heavily into the emo rap space, Lord Phantom is here with “Far Away Dreams”. You can zone out to this one and let it take you on a trip.
UNCLE LUSH – “MY FAVORITE THINGS”
Battle rap manufacturer and self-proclaimed ‘ill drunken master of freestyling’, Uncle Lush brings an eclectic style to the game. While he hilariously raps drunk, his flow is undeniable. Die deep on this one and you will see he has some bars.
ELI GZZZ – “HIMOTHEE CHALAMET”
“Himothee Chalamet” is a single from Brooklyn’s own Eli Gzzz’s album Vizzzionary. Catchy flow, super lyrical, no bars wasted!
Lock in as we drop new music from up and coming artists to add to your playlist every week.
