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Here at WAJ Magazine we are reviewing rising rhymer S.O.T.M (Straight Out The Mudd) and his two trendy tracks titled, "Wait For Me" and "In My Feelings"! These two sizzling singles spiced up the summer while falling into place for the breezy nights of Fall! His release game is strong when paralleling with seasons. In fact, for the fresh new features, the MuddiiWaters founder taps RayDaChef for a classic collaboration. Alright, let's jump into his most recent release and our first track, "In My Feelings" to get you in yours!
With summer coming to an end and fall quickly approaching, DJ Handles is setting the tone for the season with some AfroBeats vibes. He's got the best of the best in rotation from WizKid to Kofi Black and LeA Robinson.
DJ Handles carefully selects each song on his Last Call playlist to ensure that there's something for everyone. With a range of artists, you're sure to find at least a few songs that you enjoy. Sit back and relax as DJ Handles puts you at ease after a long day of work.
DJ Handles carefully selects each song on his Last Call playlist to ensure that there's something for everyone. With a range of artists, you're sure to find at least a few songs that you enjoy. Sit back and relax as DJ Handles puts you at ease after a long day of work.
We are sad to report that R&B singer Jesse Powell has passed away at the age of 51. Powell was best known for his 1996 hit “You,” which reached the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. His family has released a statement asking for privacy during this difficult time.
Powell was born and raised in Los Angeles and began his music career in the early 1990s. He released his debut album, Jesse Powell, in 1995. The album spawned the hit single “You,” which peaked at number nine on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. His follow-up album, Solutions, was released in 1997 and reached the top 40 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Powell was born and raised in Los Angeles and began his music career in the early 1990s. He released his debut album, Jesse Powell, in 1995. The album spawned the hit single “You,” which peaked at number nine on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. His follow-up album, Solutions, was released in 1997 and reached the top 40 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Allow me to introduce to you the living out loud multifaceted musician, Nakkia Gold. This talented triple threat serves as a rapidly rising singer-songwriter and performer who not only pushes the culture forward musically, but is also an advocate for her community. Destined for greatness, Nakkia grew up with a natural talent for dancing, acting and performing. Raised by a single mother in South Central Los Angeles, NG faced many challenges as a child, including homelessness and numerous setbacks in her career. Because of this, her music is made up of emotional sounds and rich melodic textures rooted in R&B and Hip Hop with a contemporary feel. Her artistry is inspired by her core belief that "music is supposed to tell a story."
When pressing play on her music, fans receive a warm welcome into her realm of modern hip-hop-infused with rich, reminiscent R&B elements. As a result, the LGBTQ singer's soulful and apprehending vocal ability and musicality has led her to become Saban Music Group's FIRST hip hop and R&B artist to be signed to their roster. When listening to Nakkia Gold, you hear her creatively combine multicultural and genre-fluid music. In doing so, she creates a tapestry of emotions through her buttery vocals effortlessly paired with laid-back yet high-energy beats. In April 2021, she launched her career with a trendy three-track EP that included the songs "Yea Yea", "Real", and its self-titled single, "3 Rounds”.
When pressing play on her music, fans receive a warm welcome into her realm of modern hip-hop-infused with rich, reminiscent R&B elements. As a result, the LGBTQ singer's soulful and apprehending vocal ability and musicality has led her to become Saban Music Group's FIRST hip hop and R&B artist to be signed to their roster. When listening to Nakkia Gold, you hear her creatively combine multicultural and genre-fluid music. In doing so, she creates a tapestry of emotions through her buttery vocals effortlessly paired with laid-back yet high-energy beats. In April 2021, she launched her career with a trendy three-track EP that included the songs "Yea Yea", "Real", and its self-titled single, "3 Rounds”.
According to TMZ, PNB Rock has been shot and is in critical condition. The shooting reportedly occurred at a Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles...
New Jersey's very own Trey Budden is making a name for himself in the music industry, and he's got the talent and the attitude to back it...
We are so excited to share with you our Summer 2022 Issue double cover of WAJ Magazine featuring some of your New Jersey industry favorites! This issue is packed with inspiring stories, emerging talent, holistic tips, entrepreneur tips, romance, sports, the hottest indie artists and creatives from the garden state, and stunning photography all the way from New Jersey to Europe!
In this issue, we are talking about legacies! We have an exclusive sit-down with independent music artist Trey Budden to get the inside scoop on his life, his work, and what's next for him. We also get a snippet into life as Joe Budden's son.
In this issue, we are talking about legacies! We have an exclusive sit-down with independent music artist Trey Budden to get the inside scoop on his life, his work, and what's next for him. We also get a snippet into life as Joe Budden's son.
Jersey City’s hidden secret Seymore Dough has arrived with serious bars on his new trendy track titled, "Independence Day"
This year has been filled with new hits giving listeners nostalgia with the usage of hit music samples bringing us back into the 2000s vibe. Flex A.i., an emerging new recording artist from New Jersey, has released his newest single "Who Dat", produced by Kamxwow which samples 2001 hit, Eve's classic “Who’s That Girl?". Flex A.i. pays homage to the original track by Eve and provides listeners with a modern version of the hit that is more relevant to today's culture, especially in New Jersey.