Technical Difficulties is Technically a Dope AF Album

Legend released his Sophomore album October 30th, 2018. With tracks that not only hit hard through the speakers, they hit hard with social commentary and lyrically address racial prejudice that is hurting our communities. Songs like “Please Don’t Turn it Up” and “Good Enough” show the vulnerability that men and women go through being in relationships. A couple turn up anthems, beats that go, and witty punchlines go hand in hand through what is Legend’s best collection of work. “Technical Difficulties” gives the listener a deeper look into Legend’s heart and what he carries with himself in songs like “Ugly Truth” as he tells his father while in hospice and on his death bed, “It’s ok to let go I’m a man now”. Again, the album takes you inside self reflection, shines light on the bullshit that is plaguing our community, and can still get the crowd moving.

Make sure to share it if you dig it! It’s available to stream on Spotify, Tidal, Apple Music, and Google Play.

Purchase the album here

Las Vegas' own: LOST ELEMENTS

We met C. Will from Lost Elements a while back when he performed on the same bill Legend was performing on in Las Vegas, Nevada. C. Will's energy and delivery caught our attention and his professionalism kept the relationship going. 

We are lucky to have been able to watch the growth of this rap group consisting of three members: Big Skoon, Datzdiggy, and C. Will. Not to many people get the chance to see a group on the rise.  So, A&R's, labels, producers and other people have a chance to jump aboard early.

For a long time Las Vegas has hosted artists, performers and rockstars who were on their way to solidifying their music careers. But, never have they looked over the fence to The Strip's backyard where local, raw, starving artists hustle in whatever way they can get to their hands on the mics.

With a plethora of hip-hop artists in any given city across the country, it can be difficult to stand out and turn heads. However, Lost Elements have been keeping hip-hop alive with their head bobbing beats and dope lyrical bars.

Add Lost Elements to the things to do and see while in Vegas.  All it takes is a couple clicks and experience the elements. LISTEN, SHARE, LIKE the new music of Vegas' Own: Lost Elements.

Hip Pop With a Twist

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Oso Major, home to artist Legend–who we’ve featured a few times now–recently hit us up with their latest artist, Sirweah. With a cadence that almost resembles J Cole, the young artist isn’t married to hip-hop exclusively and dabbles in a sound that more accurately resembles ‘hip-pop,’ although he has bars [evidenced by his remix of Wizkid’s Afropop hit, “Final (Baba Nla)”]. This loose allegiance to one particular sound not only paints a picture of him as a real artist but also makes his catalog of music currently available deliciously eclectic; an example of this is his unique spin on Jason Chen’s acoustic version of “Photograph.”

“For me, it’s never been about proving myself the best rapper or vocalist; there’s always going to be someone who has me beat at that,” he points out. “If I could, however, give the best feeling to a listener with just one song, then I feel like I’ve succeeded. That’s what my music has always been about; making people feel, and giving them hope from those emotions.”

His latest record, “Everybody Knows,” is a piano-driven, radio-ready single that helps to establish his sound as established; with a catchy sing-song hook and an undertone of ‘look at me I made it,’ the record has legs. You can grab it now on iTunes. Check out some of his music below.

"Everyone Knows" Press Release

“Everyone Knows” is the first single from Sirweah’s upcoming project, “Sounds from Overseas”.   This track shows how Sirweah can tell a story with lyrical punch lines that resonate with his audience and shows his range and powerful voice as he sings his own hook.  The comparisons to B.O.B and even Kid Cudi draw you into the song as he tells you where he came from, “We came along way from singing in dem hallways” to his motivation of creating a beautiful picture of passion and drive as he states he will never stop making music. 

Sirweah (pronounced Sir-way) is a Singer/Songwriter and record producer from New Jersey. His music is a result of experimenting, primarily, with Pop and Hip Hop music which he often tags as "Hip Pop". Although he dabbles in such genres, the Liberian native, considers himself to be less of the ordinary rapper or singer that's confined to one style, but rather an artist that uses inspiration from all avenues to paint a bigger picture that is his music.

"For me, it's never been about proving myself the best rapper or vocalist; there's always going to be someone who has me beat at that," says the humble artist who also admits to not being very devoted to Hip Hop at a young age. "If I could, however, give the best feeling to a listener with just one song, then I feel like I've succeeded. That's what my music has always been about; making people feel, and giving them hope from those emotions". This mindset is what sets him on a different path - a sonically and conceptually liberating one.

Listen to "Everyone Knows"

INTERVIEW with Legend & Purple Bars

Coming out of Springfield, Illinois, hails a very lyrical artist by the name of Legend. Hopefully, he will live up to his stage name. So far, after streaming his tracks “I’m Here,” “Count of 3,” “Stand for Somethin'” and “Protect And Serve,” we can bet that over time, Legend will be on everyone’s radar. Our philosophy is it’s better to give proper due to an artist now and that’s what we are doing today.

Recently signed by OSO Major Entertainment, Legend is busy making move and creating that music that everyone can vibe to. Legend is versatility, mixing hip hop and R&B in his music. His artistry is definitely well-rounded. So, we had to do an interview with this new artist and see what he has been up to, his highlights of his career thus far, plus more. Peep the interview below!

Tell us about yourself and your music.

Legend: The majority of the music I create, is a release. It’s the heartaches, the anger, the love, the lust. It’s the highs and the lows. There is a story behind every song.

How would you describe your sound?

Legend: Lyrical music that paints a picture for you.

Talk about the experience making your song/mixtape.

Legend: I listen to different instrumentals from various producers. Once I hear one that I fall in live with, the song pretty much writes itself. The instrumental basically says to me “this is a love song”, or “this is a song about kicking it and having fun”. My job is to apply the words to describe what the music is saying

What are you currently working on? Any new projects? Shows?

Legend: I’m currently working on a mixtape Shoot 2 Kill, as well as my sophomore album Technical Difficulties .

What has been your biggest highlight in your music career this far?

Legend: I would have to say performing at The House of Blues in Hollywood, CA. It was one of the last performances before it was torn down, so that makes it pretty special as well.

Name your ideal collaboration: mainstream or independent artist(s).

Legend: I would say right now it would be, a collab with Future. I love his work.

Name something random that people do not know about you.

Legend: My favorite genre of music is R&B. I love hip-hop as well, but R&B has my heart.

What’s one thing you have learned or discovered while being in the indie music scene/industry?

Legend: I’ve learned that promotion is THE most important aspect of music. There are tons and tons of very talented and gifted people out here. At the end of the day, what really matters is being in the right place at the right time. So you have to be everywhere.

What can we expect from you in the future?

Legend: You can expect me to show off my versatility. The mixtape is going prove my lyrical talent and my album is geared more towards catchy music that you won’t be able to get out of your head.

Anything else you would like to share with our readers?

Legend: Like I said before promotion is key, so if you enjoy the music that I create please, please share it with as many people possible.

***** Written by Trish Wallace - Follow Purple Bars

Above Average Hip Hop Talks LEGEND and Protect and Serve

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We wrote about Springfield, Illinois, rapper Legend a little while back — and were both surprised and impressed by his latest joint that hit our inbox. It’s no secret police brutality is a hot button topic and unquestionably an epidemic in the United States of America. Legend, who wanted to take a less straightforward attempt at air his grievances, dropped ” Protect and Serve,” a dope record that is told from the [crooked] officer’s perspective. It’s a unique take that almost reminded us of the record “Sherades,” by BK rapper Papoose.

A cool thing about this track, though, is that he not only stirs up a conversation, but he purposely left an open verse for any other MC feeling his wave to hop on it; it’s a genius idea. It opens him up to being featured with a bevvy of new artists and effortlessly pushes his brand forward.

It all leads up to his upcoming mixtape dropping at the top of October, and that will serve as a proper prelude to his sophomore effort later in the month. Time will tell if his name will live up to his legacy — but he’s definitely on the right path.

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