Independent artists keep music exciting & always remind us that there is so much talent in the world. Nowadays it is easy to get swamped with all the mainstream music that is out & you often forget to take time out to discover some new sounds that’s where Unsigned Spotlight comes in. Sundays at Respect Magazine will now be dedicated to giving Unsigned artists the spotlight & showcasing their talents. These artists will come from all over the country & have various backgrounds but all their music will be unique in a way as they pave the way for the next wave of music. Enjoy!

1. wifisfuneral – (@wifisfuneral)

wifisfuneral comes out of Florida with an energetic, uptempo sound. His lyrics are charged up and his flows come with entertaining rhymes and ad-libs. The Florida talent has done well crafting his sound and has shown his ability to provide various sounds. He keeps new material coming out consistently and has proven to hold a solid work ethic. Get in tune.

– What’s the biggest goal you hope to accomplish in 2015?

– What message do you hope your music gives to the listeners?

– How would you describe your own sound?

– What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned since making music?

2. IshDARR – (@ishDARR)

IshDARR comes out of the Midwest with feel-good energy and a nice blend of sounds. He describes himself as a young spirit with an old soul and his music is a testimony to that. The Milwaukee artist’s lyrics give us his life perspective as his abstract production gives him a sound of his own. Having shown us rhyming abilities and some vocal showcases, his sound only gets better.

– What’s the biggest goal you hope to accomplish in 2015?

The biggest goal i hope to make for 2015 is making a name for my city musically wise, or at least start to build one. I feel we have talent that is slept on so us kids are going to be heard one way or another.

– What message do you hope your music gives to the listeners?

I hope my music gives listeners faith that dreams can turn reality quickly if you put your mind to it. Once you put your mind to it, it gradually just takes off and before you know it you have a bunch of people vibing with you and wanting more.I want to make sure my music stays pure and touches the people.

– How would you describe your own sound?

I would describe my sound as unique and always growing. I am still finding my own sound by various ways. Playing with voice tones and melodies as well as keeping it all HipHop. My sound is not complete at all yet, and hope to only improve it. I do not want to be stuck in a box of one sound especially that is not true to me so I am working on that every day until im comfortable and find my main sound. I just do however I’m feeling right now.

– What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned since making music?

The biggest lesson I learned about making music is that to stay relevant you have to just remain true yourself. The people love you more if your being you instead of trying to be someone else. I like singing and doing melodies and shit, but some times I just want to get on Talib Kweli shit and murder with the facts. Its something many artist just forget once they get some attention but I know where my roots are at and how all this music started for me.

3. Messiah Da Rapper – (@MessiahDaRapper)

Messiah Da Rapper comes out of the South and is bringing back that smooth sound. As a self-proclaimed pimp, Messiah keeps it real and infuses his lyrics with real life situations and plenty of games. His laid-back flow adds to his sound as he represents as part of the Southern Playas.

– What’s the biggest goal you hope to accomplish in 2015?

My biggest goal was the Release of my mixtape #SweetTooth.  I had already gained to notoriety of being a rapper but this tape was to show the people and the fans what I was bringing to the table

– What message do you hope your music gives to the listeners?

My listeners need to know that they’re dealing with a renaissance man…I can do it all. I know, because I have.  In life and in music, I provide the sound that any and everyone can relate to. And at the end of a day wit me, you’ll understand. It’s about PIMPIN LIFE . Don’t let it Pimp you.

– How would you describe your own sound?

– What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned since making music?

Uhh I think my biggest lesson is uhh…making the music I WANT TO MAKE and how I want to make it. Not worrying so much on what I think wants to be heard. Ya know, like I’m myself on every track. What I display is who I am on an everyday basis. For the longest I tried to change my style of rap because of certain comparison and voice similarities that have been mentioned . But I had to understand that this is me. This is my sound.  There’s no changing or altering that. So to sum it up, my biggest lesson was making sure I was being myself and perfecting my sound.

4. GABRL – (@GABRL954)

GABRL is a Florida talent that is packed with variety. He has the ability to provide us with an R&B sound but can also lace us with quality rhymes. The emerging artist continues to provide music that ranges in styles and is a great songwriter. As he continues to build on his sound, the music continues to get better and better.

– What’s the biggest goal you hope to accomplish in 2015?

– What message do you hope your music gives to the listeners?

– How would you describe your own sound?

– What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned since making music?

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Messiah Da Rapper comes through with his new mixtape “A Pimp Named Sweet Tooth.” This project comes with hosting by DJ Iceberg as Messiah lays down 12 smooth tracks. The Southern Playa provides real life lyrics coupled with dope production. His crafty rhymes shine on “A Pimp Named Sweet Tooth” which makes for a solid listen. Tune in.

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Before heading to SXSW, Clay James & Messiah Da Rapper bring us 2 special tracks with the release of #2PieceAndABiscuit. These two tracks, “How I Do” & “Wait A Minute”, both come with production from FKi. The duo works well with FKi as they flow smoothly over the experimental, Southern sounds. SauceLord Rich & Mike Fresh each carry a feature on these records as well. Give them a listen here.

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