New York is considered the mecca of hip-hop and for a period of time it had been lacking standout out and new upcoming talent from the empire state. Today that’s not the case, now we have a plethora of hip-hop acts that are making their mark in the rap industry. With emcees like A$AP Rocky, A$AP Ferg, A$AP Mob, Joey Bada$$, Pro Era, Flatbush Zombies and the Beastcoast collective it’s seems as if the state is making a strong statement to firmly cement their place in the new age of hip-hop.

Brooklyn emcee, James Lanning makes a statement with a soothing new single in “Domino Sugar.” With this track James reminisces about a past fling and his adventures around the abandoned Domino Sugar Refinery in Brooklyn. Many people aren’t as adventurous to have experienced the thrill of sitting atop of the historic building. With “Domino Sugar” James paints imagery of what his urban explorations and him yearning for a time when life was more simple.

“Domino Sugar” is the follow up to James Lanning’s breakthrough single “One.” The breathtaking Go Pro shot music video continues to awe viewers as he introduces people to his vision. With his dexterous wordplay and his growing fascination with heights James Lanning continues to carve an interesting niche in the rap game for himself. Be on the lookout for more music dropping in the weeks ahead from James as he gears up to drop a forthcoming project this summer.

Stream James Lanning’s smooth single “Domino Sugar” below.

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