Interestingly, Topiq is more prophetic than smooth: his raspy voice is more commanding than convincing. But maybe he has the name for other reasons, or no reason at all.

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After delivering a steady stream of previews, North Carolina’s JSWISS drops his Awthenticity LP. You can stream the project below and shell out a few bucks for the physical copy here.

“Real has been overused to the point that its true meaning has been lost. To some people it means having girls, cars and jewelry, and to some it means be overly conscious to the point that it’s hard to relate. But when something’s “Awthentic”, it doesn’t fit into a box, it just IS. Go out and be “Awthentic” and see all of the amazing things you can do.”

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We’re just over a week away from JSWISS’ Awthenticity LP, dropping May 14. Here goes another preview for what to expect on the project. Don’t be fooled by the title: there’s a lot more substance to the record. AltAir handles the production once again.

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JSWISS delivers the second single off his upcoming Awthenticity LP. Part confrontation, part dismissal, “Heard About Ya” is the tale of the past coming back to the present. AltAir on the boards.

You can also check out the brand new video for the song, directed by Kyree “Topiq” Tittle.

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JSWISS is readying his Awthenticity LP, due out May 14. Here goes the single, which is the first offering from the project. “Rock Steady” is produced by Topiq and you can stream it below. Also, you can check out the extended party mix version of the single, as well as a b-side record entitled “Universal Just Called.”

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JSWISS comes through with the latest visuals off his #LeaveMeALoan EP (which, if you haven’t heard, you can also stream down below). Look out for his Awthenticity LP this Spring.

Brown Bag All-Stars’ DeeJay Element on the boards.

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