Jon Hope is no stranger to the game. From sharing the stages with some of the biggest names in the industry such as Wiz Khalifa and J.cole, Hope has managed to keep his fanbase eager for more with the release of the visual for “The Left Hand.” Hope sets the record straight and issues a thought-provoking and honest mission statement in a scenic Southern California field, addressing the competition, lovers, and haters. “The Left Hand,” shot by ShootersClubLA serves as a warm-up to Jon Hope’s forthcoming project, Savage Beauty, which is expected to drop sometime in 2017.

In “The Left Hand” Jon Hope reflects on his successes, and ambitious hopes for the future. Although “The Left Hand” is a lyric video, Jon’s creative expression paired with ShooterClubLA’s direction is what makes the visual so engrossing for the song. It expresses his jagged journey that included foster care, an abandoning father, and sidestepping the pitfalls of public housing as a gifted private school student, but also depicted his hope for the future and what is to come. His journey is definitely one to join the ride for, if you haven’t already.

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Futuristic and outer space, are the first terms that come to mind; exactly what this track represents down to the core. One thing for sure, is that Corinne Bailey Rae’s craft lies almost untouchable, with striking vocals and artistry leaving endless scenes of wonder. “Been To The Moon” showcases exactly that, with a personal imprint making all the difference.

Accompanied by a freeing and colorful visual, the music leads the way to energizing landscapes, distanced thoughts and uplifting musical tones. Falling first off “The Heart Speaks in Whispers” album, this track is merely a snapshot of the soulful records set to land before us; March 13th. Being the artist’s first studio album in six years, we can certainly appreciate a timeless production, or better yet, a sound that is a true reflection of the artist herself.

Why not escape to the outer world by clicking play above.

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Koncept has been an underground staple for years now and a reliable member of the promising Brown Bag AllStars clique. Anyone who follows him or the AllStars can note, and agree, that Awaken and the Malt Disney Ep with J57 are go-to’s. Those projects really left an impression on fans and gave them a taste of what he is capable of with his solo career as well. You could say on this remix of “Drop The Game” Koncept is exploring his own solo sound along side Flume and Chet Faker.

In a recent verbal exchange with RESPECT. Mag‘s Dread Solo, Koncept mentions “..I strive to grow as both a person and an artist every day. I’m inspired by all different kinds of music, and I wanted to show people a different style of mine before stepping into all the new releases as Koncept & J57..”

Flume, Chet Faker and Koncept dropped off their new visual for “Drop The Game” remix for your viewing pleasure. Digging the record? Download it here for free.

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