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Interview: Upcoming Artist Aaron Reflex Shares New EP ‘Reflex Season’

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New York-based artist Aaron Reflex (Real name Mustafah Aaron Steele) has released his debut EP Reflex Season. The EP reflects on themes in Aaron’s life while displaying his effervescent style. Featuring standout tracks like “Hood Cinderella” and “Bands On Me” the nine-track EP shows off Reflex’s unique voice and ability for creating music.
With a vocal character rooted in hip-hop and R&B origins, Reflex’s sound has evolved to blend elements of trap-soul and emotion. Drawing inspiration from diverse sources, musical and otherwise, Reflex’s music delivers captivating sounds and infectious beats. His distinct vocals and lyrical nuance anchor his idealistic thoughts and flows.
Make sure you stream the project Reflex Season, out now. And keep reading to learn more about him as an artist.
What city are you from/ Where are you based now?
I was born in Bronx, NY and moved when I was five to Queens, NY. I always lived in NY but I have visited and performed in Atlanta, South Carolina, North Carolina, New Jersey, Virginia, and a few other states.
What is your artist name? What is your real name? How did you get your artist name?
My artist name is Aaron Reflex. My real name is Mustafah Aaron Steele. I came up with Aaron Reflex by mixing my middle name with Reflex. I also wanted something that a million other people didn’t have. When I googled it no one came up so I claimed it. Now I come up on Google and it’s a blessing to see the growth over time. Reflex honestly use to be part of my Xbox gamertag so I put it together. At what point in your life did you decide to pursue a career in music?  Music has always been something I wanted to do. It doesn’t matter if it was singing, playing instruments, or trying to teach myself from YouTube. I always had fun doing it and enjoyed seeing myself level up. I taught myself how to sing. I have always known music is something I would like to do because it’s fun to create. I like being in control of what I’m doing and have fun doing it. Who wouldn’t want to do what they love? Where I come from, a lot of people are not successful. Music started out as a recreational activity that I took very seriously but is constantly turning into something bigger. I would always work on music and my sound after school or work. All of college I made music and constantly released to SoundCloud and did singing covers and remixes consistently to different songs.
Has your upbringing played a role in shaping who you are and defining your sound today? If so, how?
Music has been part of my life since I was young. I always liked singing and was dared by my friend in third grade to raise my hand and audition for a solo in chorus class. He bet me $5 and I was thinking this is an easy $5 at the time. I raised my hand and actually sounded okay. Fast forward, I sung every year after that in elementary school and did many solos in chorus class. In middle school I learned to play guitar and piano thanks to my music teacher and many YouTube videos. I performed for the graduation playing guitar every year in middle school. In high school I was still singing but not performing as much as when I was younger.  I was performing for friends. I got better at rapping because I use to sing and my friend rapped — they said I just liked singing to the girls so I worked on my rapping a lil bit more and got better. Now I can freestyle really good and can even have people throw in words. As I’m rapping and incorporate them well into the freestyle.

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@MoneybaggYo’s “Speak Now” Album Ignites Anticipation

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Prepare for a sonic revolution as Moneybagg Yo, the revered Memphis native, announces the release date for his highly anticipated album, Speak Now. Set to drop on May 24th this album marks Bagg’s eleventh solo project, following the monumental success of his previous albums. With a fusion of street sensibilities and modern trap influences, Bagg’s music resonates with audiences worldwide, solidifying his position as a rap titan. Moneybagg Yo shares:

‘Speak Now’ represents a new chapter in my journey as an artist. It’s a testament to my growth and evolution, both as a musician and as a person. I poured my heart and soul into this album, and I can’t wait for my fans to experience it.

Hip Hop Weekly hailed Moneybagg Yo as:

A versatile voice in hip-hop, blending authenticity with innovation to create music that transcends genres.

Collaboration has been instrumental in shaping the sound and style of “Speak Now,” with Moneybagg Yo joining forces with a diverse array of artists and producers. From his chart-topping collaborations with Future, Lil Durk, and Polo G to his solo hits like Wockesha and Time Today, Moneybagg Yo’s music is a testament to the power of collaboration. As the release date approaches, anticipation mounts for the unveiling of “Speak Now” and the opportunity to witness Bagg’s unparalleled talent in action. Stay tuned for the release of the album and join Moneybagg Yo’s musical journey by following him on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Watch the official video to Bussin featuring Rob49 below.

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Mobby Rosas – “Up To Sum” f/ Westside Boogie (Video) + “The 4th Step” (Album)

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The track “up to sum” is one of my favorite stories of how a collaboration came about. WESTSIDE BOOGIE had posted an open verse challenge for his song “Mood” on instagram and I picked it up. I’ve done a few open verse challenges before, to no favorable outcome other than just posting more content. I didn’t think much would come of this verse entry. I recorded my video audition for the song while at work, I was a server at a hotel restaurant in downtown LA, in uniform and all. I posted it and tagged WS Boogie and to my surprise, he DM’d me saying that he thought my verse was hard and if I ever wanted him on a project, he was down. I remember reading the message at work and being in shock. I had wanted to work with WS Boogie for years and had even tried to reach out in the past, to no response. I immediately hopped on the opportunity to.
https://open.spotify.com/album/0pzXb8U4YlzfMyDWJmBfHS

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Skanks The Rap Martyr & TRE EIHT Deliver An Addictive Dose Of NY Hip Hop In ‘2 Sided Story’

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Crowns Heights lyrical thoroughbred Skanks The Rap Martyr and Queens producer TRE EIHT present their collaborative project ‘2 Sided Story.’ Out now, the album features Daddie Notch, Eloh Kush, Sughee, D. Goynz, Mommy Bars, Aïda, Makeba Mooncycle & Treble Queen. Hip Hop heads gear up for an addictive dose of raw NY Hip Hop and connect below.

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