Magnetic The Shaman’s Three Treasures
New Jersey producer Brainorchestra’s dusty, meditative production enlivens these weighty themes and recalls the “golden age” of hip-hop in the late 80s and early 90s. It’s an ideal backdrop for Magnetic’s self proclaimed old-school style (“I’m praying at the altar of the so-called backpack rap, boom-bap and the record scratch.”) That Magnetic is such a passionate student of hip hop history — not to mention history in general — is a huge part of his appeal. / Grandma Sophia’s Cookies
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Along with his mission of celebrating diversity and collaboration with both UtherSyde and Brown Recluse, Dillon remains deeply focused on personal growth. “One of the big things that I’ve been working on is trying to let people see more of me. I’m so in myself a lot of the time, and I’ve always had a hard time talking about my feelings. So I hope when people listen to the album, it can be a stepping stone into me being a more intimate and vulnerable person.” We can’t think of a nobler goal than that. / Plaze
Berlin-based producer DYVN (pronounced dive in) teams up with Philadelphia-based rapper Magnetic The Shaman on his new single titled "Vices & Virtues." A laid back boom-bap infused tune that details the duality of humans and the variables we all have to deal with as life goes on. / Earmilk
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His raps focus on growing up and trying to comprehend the life he’s experienced thus far. He explores a wide range of topics, from reevaluating his thoughts on religion in “Humble the Guilty Sinner” to entering the post-grad world and continuing pursuing his dreams in “Wake Up!” The album also has gratitude and thank-yous weaved throughout it, giving shoutouts to his friends, family, and collaborators. / Ithaca Underground