On this episode of the BeatsToRapOn Podcast, Lance Romance tells the never-before-told story of how Andy Gibb changed his life – from skating rink crush music to a real-life encounter in LA, and a promise he’s still determined to keep. We cover Lance’s journey from New York to Texas and back, how Motown, Bee Gees, Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson all shaped his ear, and why he became “the Bee Gees of rap” – a pop-leaning, musically trained rapper inside a rougher, sample-driven hip-hop world. L...
In this episode of the BeatsToRapOn Podcast, we spotlight a new wave of creators who are turning the platform into a global underground radio. From gospel-infused amapiano to battle-ready rap beats and alternative R&B, these artists show exactly why community-first platforms still matter. We talk about: Zoe Songs – Nigerian gospel singer, songwriter & producer behind “Daddy’s Boy,” “Enter His Gate” and “Forever Love.” Profile: https://beatstorapon.com/artist/zoesongs 1122QuietVibes ...
From grandma Beatrice to radio spins—finding a unique voice, stage confidence, kids’ books, and a new film role. Southern soul/country-soul artist Matt B sits down with BeatsToRapOn to trace the roots of his sound: living-room sing-alongs with grandma Beatrice (the “B” in his name), choir and church training, and that first studio session at 21. He breaks down the grind of staying consistent, turning nerves into performance energy, and crafting records that move dance floors and trail rides a...
Atlanta-raised and church-shaped, Tramaine Long is a minister, rapper, producer, mixing engineer—and a testament to sticking with the craft. He started with FL Studio and a $20 mic, spent years sounding like everyone else, and then did the hard work to sound like himself. We talk about the DJ Drama-era lesson (influence ≠ imitation), vocal coaching and production reps, and how he treats AI (Suno) as a workflow accelerator—not a replacement for skill. Tramaine opens up about ...
From Brooklyn roots to a South Carolina grind, D-Future breaks down the come-up: battle-rap origins, pen-game obsession, and the GHNS ethos—Grind Hard, Never Sleep. We talk the 90s NYC DNA (Jay-Z, Mobb Deep, Nas), Southern takeover energy (Wayne, T.I., Jeezy), building a brand from lunch-table ciphers to league nights, and why his music hits like a hustler’s soundtrack. He drops the story behind first singles, a live verse from “Bright as a Star,” and teases the upcoming GHNS project. If you ...
We’re shining a spotlight on creators pushing culture forward—tap in, show love, and drop your questions for the episode in the comments. ⬇️ • lsk (Rapper • Producer • Songwriter • Artist) — Houston energy, freestyle heavy. Profile: https://beatstorapon.com/artist/lsk • dj-kingdon9ine (Artist • DJ • Producer) — Hip-hop x EDM x Pop alchemist. Profile: https://beatstorapon.com/artist/dj-kingdon9ine • youngdreamzz116 (Artist • Songwriter • Playlist Owner) — Afrobeats heart, big dreams. Pr...
From South Africa’s mastert to Roxbury’s reemdagreat to Lagos-flavored tukleanz, we run 10 essential creators on BeatsToRapOn this week: trap bangers, boom bap, Afro-gospel, lo-fi, and reggaeton-swing heaters. Hear the backstory, BPMs, vibe notes, and where to collab. Deaturing: mastert, pmpbeats, reemdagreat, charlesrichman24, kingston800, kallipurusha, bangazbyboon (explicit), secret, christinah76, tukleanz. 00:00 — Cold open montage 00:20 — Intro & what this show is 01:00 —...
From New Jack Swing roots to Salsa Rap experiments, Bronx veteran Lance Romance breaks down his “Why Now” moment—re-imagining Taylor Swift’s Life of a Showgirl through a hip-hop/R&B lens. We trace Lance’s journey from his 1991 Fortune & Fame era (Ichiban Records) to 50+ indie releases, civic advocacy cuts (“Gets Vaccinated”), and 2024–2025 projects like King of English, Salsa Rap, Performance, Duetapes, and Set Styles. He shares studio lore from NYC to ATL, the Latin-hip-hop spa...
From Cape Town to Perth and beyond, this week’s Spotlight surfaces ten independent creators shaping the sound: catchy hooks, heavy drill textures, soulful R&B, underground heat, and hard-hitting trap. Discover new favorites, follow their pages, and tap the links to support. Keywords: BeatsToRapOn, hip hop, trap, R&B, drill type beat, underground hip hop, producer, beatmaker, independent artist, Cape Town rap, Perth hip hop, Christian rap, melodic trap, East Coast hip hop. Bold Starbea...
A practical, hype-free guide to getting a record deal in 2025: what A&R teams expect, the 7-step blueprint to look professional, how to build leverage, and the trade-offs between majors, indies, distribution, and 360s. Links + show notes inside. If you want a label deal in 2025, “great music” isn’t enough. In this Deep Dive, we break down exactly what A&R teams look for now — and how to build the leverage to negotiate on your terms. What you’ll learn 7-step blueprint: unique identity ...
We go crate-digging across scenes and continents to spotlight ten independent artists: Oklahoma’s raw bars, Detroit’s boom bap lineage, Nigeria’s Afro wave, SA soul storytellers, disco reinventors, and more. Expect hustle, heart, and genre-blending experimentation. Featured Artists & Links (with top tracks) B Ready 5150 — https://beatstorapon.com/artist/bready5150 Gangsta Sht (117)* • Ghetto Raised Me (74) • Gas, Break, Dip (132)Luke Detroit — https://beatstorapon.com/artist/lukedetroit...
1) EUGOD 3000 — “The Last Bass Outlaw” Dive into the deep pockets with EUGOD 3000 (Producer / Beatmaker • DJ • Artist). From hard-hitting 808s to genre-bent Trap/R&B/House/Bass, we unpack his cinematic, bass-heavy storytelling, viral moment with “R&B Love,” and the ethos behind The Last Bass Outlaw. Hear how a Maketunes-era following evolved into today’s trunk-rattling sound design. Featuring: “NIGHT SHIFT” (140 BPM), “FEEL THE BEAT,” “END TIMES.” Artist: EUGOD 3000 — https://bea...
Indie artists, this is the Music Distro deep dive that protects your money and your rights. We start by killing the “upload direct to Spotify” myth and map how distributors/aggregators actually work—metadata accuracy, playlist chances, splits, and payouts. Then we go surgical on ISRC (per track/version/video) and UPC (per single/EP/album), because these codes are the plumbing between your music, charts, and cash flow. Next, we separate the three royalty pipes: Distributor → streaming/store pa...
Celebrate the August 2025 Winners from BeatsToRapOn. Dive into each artist’s winning track by genre, follow their profiles, and show love. Spin the winners below—every link goes straight to the track and artist page.asdasasda Winners — August 2025 willemhengelmolen — “Morning Heat” • HIP HOP Track: https://beatstorapon.com/track/7bea430d-c500-4758-8730-f63809536747 Profile: https://beatstorapon.com/artist/willemhengelmolen willemhengelmolen — “Upside Down” • RAP Track: https://beatstorapo...
Welcome to the BeatsToRapOn Global Music Podcast, your essential source for the world's most exciting independent artists. In this episode, we journey across continents to uncover the raw talent shaping the future of sound. Discover the genre-fluid storytelling of Dutch musician Willem Hengelmolen, whose tracks like "Upside Down" and "Echo of the Mind" blend poetic hip-hop, introspective rap, and emotional minimalism. His philosophical lyrics and unique soundscapes make him a standout artist ...
Step into the future of music with our latest Deep Dive podcast spotlight. We’re amplifying the voices of some of the most exciting emerging talent in hip-hop, trap, R&B, and experimental sounds. From Tennessee to Cape Town, India to Ireland, these artists are carving their own lanes, blending genres, and building global communities from the ground up Each profile is a glimpse into tomorrow’s sound—raw, unfiltered, and ambitious. Explore their stories, discover their music, and connect di...
Discover how AI Reel Maker instantly turns your tracks into scroll-stopping TikToks, Reels & Shorts with hook-detection, beat-synced visuals & pro templates. 🔊 What You’ll Learn Why short-form video is today’s “new radio” for music discoveryKey 2024 stats: 13 of Billboard Hot 100 #1s tied to TikTok; 36% of listeners find music via Reels/ShortsHow AI Reel Maker’s audio-centric hook detection picks your most viral-ready clipBeat-synced cuts, auto-captions & customizable templates fo...
We just dropped the ultimate rap battle challenge—can the legends like Kanye West, Jay-Z, Drake or Kendrick Lamar go toe-to-toe with an up-and-coming NG superstar? Smash that Like button if you want to see the big dogs answer the call! 🔥 Join us for an in-depth conversation with DISSTAR, the Nigerian artist blending Afrobeat, Hip-Hop & R&B with striking digital and mixed-media art. Discover how church-born rhythms on drums, conga and talking drum became the heartbeat of his genre-defy...
In this episode, we cut through the noise to explore how AI Reel Maker is empowering artists to turn any track into viral-ready video content—without the steep learning curve. You’ll discover how this tool: Data-Driven Hook Selection: Acts like an A&R scout, using RMS, spectral flux, and beat strength to pinpoint the highest-impact 5–15 second segment.Beat-Synced Motion Graphics: Automatically aligns zooms, flashes, and text to your hook so you don’t need complex keyframes.Zero-Effort Cus...
Podcast Spotlight Series Dive into the heart of hip‑hop culture with our Podcast Spotlight. Each episode brings you candid conversations and behind‑the‑boards insights from the artists, producers and promoters shaping the scene right now. From beatmakers like Kloverfresh Production and sampling aficionados like greybeard, we unpack creative workflows, trial‑by‑fire stories and the hustle that powers every hit. Tune in for raw passion, pro tips and a front‑row seat to tomorrow’s legends....