June 18th – it’s Christmas for hip-hop lovers. New albums from Mac, Cole, Kanye AND JWALK dropped, I highly recommend you to get those albums. J-Walk is an upcoming independent artist from Canada and you can buy his tasty debut EP for $4.95 on iTunes. If you want to get to know J-Walk better read the exclusive interview with him here. #DapperSinceDiapers

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This is something quite rare to come from me since I always write about songs rather than artists, but after hearing this guys mixes and stuff I really feel like he could use some help from our awesome community here at M4M. What I want you all to do is to go and listen to his music and if you like him: Follow him, like him, subscribe to him, it all helps alot. I hope you like his music just as much as I do ’cause then you will have a blast listening to it!

Awesome mix to check out right here!

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Shelton Harris and Tyler Dopps, the up-and-coming Pacific Northwest duo have been hard at work experimenting with new ways of creating music attacking both their sound and writing style from different angles. Since the Fresh Start EP dropped we have all been waiting on the edge of our seats for some new music, and here it is We All and it is nothing less than expected! Their hardwork and dedication has paid off once again with this single that we are proud to stand behind.

The new single reflects on the process that everyone goes through to find their purpose, to the find themselves. Chasing what is important to you and not anyone else.

“In this generation, we all struggle too much with saying fuck expectations and just living life the way WE want to live. It’s time to let go of that and do things our way.”

To download We All click the link below.

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Check out this fresh new track by Bipolar Sunshine ”River” and it’s selection of remixes by Sega Bodega, Toy Boy & Robin. Their newest track ”Blossom” has just been released and is set for the debut EP ” Aesthetics” released on the 17th of June 2013. The unique, trippy deep sounds of this up and coming artist is something to be excited about. Listen to Rivers below and follow them on Facebook HERE.

First of all, thank you for taking some time to do this interview with us.
No problem! You guys always show love so I’m happy to do it.

Can you tell us a little about what its like in Canada?
I Love it here. Our winters aren’t the best but it makes you appreciate the summer that much more! Music wise I feel like we have a really deep talent pool with a lot of different artists and I feel like the worlds been catching on to that lately.

You’re working on a mixtape which will be dropping soon. You already released the first track of it ”Bank On Me”. The beat is extremely dope and the collab with Sam Lachow is just perfect. How did you meet him?
We still haven’t met haha. I’m here in Canada & he’s in Seattle so we’ve just chopped it up back and forth online. There was a mutual respect between the two of us and we took it from there. I usually like to work with people in person but regardless I think the track turned out great! We’re looking to meet up in the near future and do a video for the song.

What can you tell us about the upcoming EP you’re working on? What can we expect from the new tracks? What style is it going to be?
Dapper since Diapers and its available worldwide this TUESDAY! June 18^TH! Mark the date. There’s something on there for everyone. It’s upbeat & fun but I touch on things that everyone can relate to. I just like to approach it with a fun light hearted attitude.  I can safely say it’s not your typical rap album & its something that both you and your grandmother can enjoy.

What would you like to achieve in the next 5 years?
Sky’s the limit really. I want to branch out into other aspect of the music industry as well. These days as an independent artist, you play a bunch of different rolls and I like that.  Right now I’m just having fun, and if I can stay relevant in music for 15 years with a solid fan base, I’m happy.

If you could perform at any festival/show, what would you choose?
I’d love to do Warped tour. That’s a big goal of mine that I’m looking to make happen in the near future. Would also really like to do a show at Webster Hall in New York. I hear great things.

What are your favourite artists right now?
People would be surprised to know that I listen to EVERYTHING. I like to take inspiration from all genres. Alt-J, Bastille, Ben Howard, Chance The Rapper, Kendrick, the list goes on. I really enjoy just finding new artists & some of the stuff I listen to is pretty left field.

Favourite drink?
Has to be the Devil’s Cut by Jim Beam. It’s a Kentucky bourbon whiskey. That stuff is deadly & I don’t really advise that anyone else drinks it but I always have a good time when I’m on it. After aging when bourbon is  taken from the barrell, there is always a certain amount of whiskey left trapped within the wood of every barrel. That’s the devils cut.

Favourite place to eat?
Chipotle Burrito is up there. That place is a godsend.

Anything else you want to tell MUSIC4MONTAGE and your fans?
Thanks guys! And be sure to pick up my debut EP ‘Dapper since Diapers’ on iTunes this Tuesday!

Thank you for your time. You’re really talented and I can’t wait to cover the mixtape from you. Hope it will get viral and your fanbase will grow even more.

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North American breakout 3LAU debuts on Hardwell’s Revealed Recordings alongside Canadian label favorites Paris & Simo for a definitive installment of vocal dance music. Congrats to Justinon his first official original release! “Escape” will be an instant hit for sure once it’s released in full June 24th.

He’s sure come a long way since I came across his “All Night Long” mashup and notified him about promoting him so I can’t wait to see what’s next.

The LA based rapper Jez Dior turned 21 today! And now it’s time to release his debut album ”Scarlett Sage”. I have been waiting for this full project to come out since he dropped his first single, ”Candles” last year. If you love this kind of poppy/hip-hop music and catchy lyrics this is the project for you. The man put his heart and soul into this project and the end result shows. Happy Birthday Jez! Keep an eye out for an interview with him coming soon.

best birthday present you could give me today is a DL of my brand new album. enjoy.

Cisco Adler links up with Sammy Adams on the official remix for his hit track “Classic” off of his latest album “Aloha”. Instant summer hit as they sound perfect together. The track is here just in time for summer and this is definitely one of those tracks to blast at the beach or at the pool. Enjoy.

The long awaited mixtape of The Kings Dead, formerly The Dean’s List, is here. This is the second official project since the group changed their name. It sounds like they are getting back in touch with their old style. - I wasn’t impressed with their first official project ‘Jerusalem’ – and you should give this album definitely a listen. Heavy piano, epic amounts of synth, and hollow drum beats produced by Mendoza mix smoothly with Sonny Shotz’s unique voice. Features include OnCue, Alexus Lee & more. You can stream the mixtape below and download it for free or support them by buying it on iTunes.

Check out this incredible remix of Mirrormask by Audeka. The original is a true masterpiece of its own combining the true chilled and powerful effect of Dabin, Koda and CoMa. Follow Dabin on his Facebook HERE  and Audeka HERE. Both of which are under Kannibalen Records. Listen to the remix below or the original HERE. Both tracks are available on Beatport and are well worth the purchase if you want to support these talented group of artists.