Independent Record Labels You Should Know

From independent icons like XL Recordings and Sub Pop to newer teams like 88 Rising and Mind of a Genius, here are some of the essential labels you should know. As always, we encourage you to do your own digging and share your own favorites with us, but as long as you discovered just one new label, artist, or piece of music that you love from this list, then we did our job.

From legendary indies to internet-based upstarts, these labels are all doing something special.

These Are The Top 5 Lima, Ohio Artist That Left The Biggest Impact In Music

These Lima, Ohio artist has stepped up to the plate and will leave there musical legacy over the city's rap culture. The Buckeye state has no shortage of celebrities, but these Top Five artist sure stood out among the rest.

Even though Eastside Po was not mentioned in the article, he is next up on the rising artist list.

Were not saying that these are the best artist from Lima, Ohio, but I am noting that these are the artist who legacy will continue on through time.

In contrast with its East Coast, West Coast and Southern counterparts, Midwest hip hop has very few constants in style or production. Midwest hip hop's first dose of national popularity came in the mid-90s with the extremely fast-paced rappers known as Bone Thugs-n-Harmony (Cleveland), Twista (Chicago), Tech N9ne (Kansas City), Atmosphere (Minneapolis), and Eminem (Detroit).

But Ohio, in general, has a rich musical history that makes it one of the most important states when it comes to the evolution of sound in various genres. Everything from shock rock and industrial metal to funk and R&B developed in the Lima, Ohio area.

Top 5 Lima, Ohio Artist Who Made The Biggest Impact In Our Hip-hop Community

These Lima, Ohio artist has stepped up to the plate and will leave there musical legacy over the city's rap culture. The Buckeye state has no shortage of celebrities, but these Top Five artist sure stood out among the rest.

Even though Eastside Po was not mentioned in the article, he is next up on the rising artist list.

Ohio Producer Talks How R. Kelly's Music Will Last In Our Hearts Forever

Ohio rapper/producer Gansta Marcus has something he wants to say about R. Kelly, his music, and what the future could hold for the r&b superstar out of Chicago.

"Lets start off by saying that Kellz is more than just music, he is a man with feelings and a family. All this has taken its toll on the artist and his daughter. R. Kelly is also the first music artist to play professional basketball."

Since the 1990s, R. Kelly has been the subject of numerous allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct, often with underage girls, all charges he denies. In 2002, he was indicted on 13 counts of child pornography, but was acquitted of all charges in 2008.

#TuneIn to #MusicVideo by Vi City - OnGod @IamViCity

 

Ranging out of Chicago, Vi City is back on the music scene with a new music video titled "OnGod." Crafting a sound that captures the pain and hope of a youth striving to make a better way, combined with the ambition and skills to actually have made it out, the celebratory tones reign supreme on this wave of sound for the veteran rapper, songwriter and producer.

Vi’s introduction to the game came via working with Mathaus Ent. & Chilly of the 1st & 15th label in conjunction with Lupe Fiasco.  Shortly after, he connected with DJ Skee to release a mixtape under Skee’s Skeeter’s TV label. His next stint came working with St. Louis’ own, Nelly, co - penning the hit Country N**** Fly (CNF).

R. Kelly Has Been Indicted

I can't believe it myself! R. Kelly was charged with multiple counts of criminal sexual abuse involving multiple victims in a Chicago court Friday after decades of rumors and allegations that the R&B star was abusing women and underage girls.

Kelly has denied allegations of sexual misconduct involving women and underage girls for decades. Neither Kelly’s legal representative nor the Cook County prosecutor's office immediately responded to Fox News’ request for comment on the charges.

Do It For Lima

Lima, Ohio has always been names baby Chicago or lost in middle America. It is a city filled with unsigned rappers trying to make a name for themselves. With rappers like Soulja Simp, Them Ohio Boyz, Nieman Marcus, Yung Tragic, and more, the city is sure making a name for themselves in the rap community.

The Wrap-Up Magazine has been presenting all the unsigned hip-hop artist out of Lima, Ohio. The artist with the most content and music online is Nieman Marcus. The most favorited hip-hop artist is Soulja Simp. Each of these artist have been putting on for their in news ways and new styles for entertainment.

We stay steady grinding trying to get the world to shine a light on our city. The promoted itunes music is listed below for critics viewing and purchasing. If you like amazon, then it is avaible also. We need support helping to grow our city and create small jobs for the young up and coming.

Help The Wrap-Up Magazine to build their dreams of being the biggest online promotion company in Lima, Ohio. Everyone is claiming the king of the city, but none of them are working together to get the city heard. Thats where we come in.

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Follow our promoted artist on twitter and facebook to help us grow our outreach. The more fan base we have, the more we could become a music generator. The post on twitter generated do not concist 100% of the artist material. Watch yourself as this twitter feed grows.

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What Roc Nation And The NFL Is Doing For Hadiya Pendleton

It's a good thing how Jay-Z is getting involved in our African American culture. It's time we slow down gun violence in our black communities. He is really using his voice to stand out behind his music while having the NFL to back him up.

Jay-Z's Team Roc and the NFL debuted a public service announcement that honors the life of Hadiya Pendleton, a young girl who was fatally shot in Chicago in 2013.

Hadiya Pendleton's family has continued to keep her legacy alive. The Chicago teen is the subject of Team Roc's latest PSA about putting an end to gun violence.

Pendleton is one of many stories of kids being killed by gun violence from all over the world. Pendleton was gunned down as she was spending time with friends at the city's Harsh Park.

The video titled "Hadiya's Promise" is narrated by her mother Cleopatra Cowley-Pendleton, who shared her daughter's hopes and dreams as well as her own efforts at social justice in her young years.

Brittney Carter releases new song "Paper Crowns" @_BrittneyCarter

Born and raised in Chicago’s south side, Brittney Carter arrives to bring a message of hope and perseverance in her music. Finding her voice while writing in the journal her mother gave her as a child, Brittney combined her love for writing and passion for music to become the artist she is today.

With an honest and genuine approach to her music, Brittney invokes a sense of humility, but also relentless confidence. Her voice and message are necessary in today’s culture.

Brittney just released "Paper Crowns" produced by Mike Jones where she displays her smooth lyricism on the track with heartfelt & thought provoking content that is woven with a effortless flow and texture. It's a beautiful combination she offers as an artist.

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Should R. Kelly Still Be Named King Of R&B?

Although everything that surrounds R. Kelly today is controversy, how can you deny the King of R&B his spot? What artist carry more hits than Kellz? R. Kelly has been named by fans consistently as they engaged in the debate over which male artist currently sits on the throne.

Strip Club Music Vol 4 #Mixtape by @MeshaChase @DJJBMONEY86

Mesha Chase from Chicago, Illinois and DJ JB$MONEY$ team up for the release of "Strip Club Music". This is volume four of the mixtape series. You can download this mixtape for free by clicking the link below!

STRIP CLUB MUSIC VOL 4 HOSTED BY MESHA CHASE & DJ JBMONEY

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Top 5 Best R. Kelly Songs

Let's not think about all the controversy surrounding R. Kelly at the moment and let's take time to reflect back on his career. R. Kelly has made many hit songs since his rise to fame, so now The Wrap-Up Magazine would like to introduce Kellz Top 5 best music videos.

Robert Kelly is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and former professional basketball player. A native of Chicago, Kelly began performing during the late 1980s and debuted in 1992 with the group Public Announcement.

Sit back and watch some of the best music videos from the R&B singer and be sure to leave a comment below!

Fairplay & G Count - I Just Go | Directed by Rickee Arts

Chicago artist Fairplay links up with Chicago legend G Count to release their official music video for their record entitled "I Just Go" directed by Rickee Arts Productions. "I Just Go" is available for streaming on Spotify. Be on the look out for more music from Fairplay real soon.

Feds Say They Found $1.2M Of R. Kelly's Money

Federal prosecutors say a bank account controlled by R&B singer R. Kelly received at least $1.2 million last year and was created shortly after the singer was charged with sex crimes in Cook County Circuit Court.

They also say Kelly opened the bank account in the name of a nominee, and, in recorded jail calls, the singer appears to have directed people to contact that person “to receive payments indirectly from Kelly.”

That, in part, is what prosecutors say investigators were looking into when they unexpectedly wound up with bank records belonging to an attorney representing R. Kelly in federal court in Brooklyn. Kelly’s defense team accused the feds last month of an “unreasonable, intimidating, and harassing fishing expedition into the records of Mr. Kelly’s current counsel.”

Russell Simmons Steps Down From All Companies

Russell Simmons is stepping down from his companies after being accused of sexual assault by writer Jenny Lumet. In a guest column in the Hollywood Reporter, Lumet accuses the Def Jam co-founder of forcing her to have sex in 1991.

In a statement, Simmons said he had a different recollection of their encounter, but said Lumet’s “feelings of fear and intimidation are real.” He apologized to Lumet, who is the daughter of director Sidney Lumet and the screenwriter behind “Rachel Getting Married.”

“There is so much guilt, and so much shame,” Lumet wrote in her column. “There is an excruciating internal reckoning. As a woman of color, I cannot express how wrenching it is to write this about a successful man of color. Again, shame about who I was years ago, choices made years ago. In this very moment, I feel a pang to protect your daughters. I don’t think you are inclined to protect mine.”

In addition to his music work, Simmons is a successful film and television producer and the founder of such clothing fashion lines as Phat Farm and Tantris. This isn’t the first time he has been accused of harassment or assault. Earlier this month, model Keri Claussen Khalighi accused Simmons of forcing her to have sex.

She said the businessman worked in conjunction with director Brett Ratner to lure her to his apartment. Another woman, Tanya Reid, also accused Simmons of pressuring her to perform oral sex on Ratner. Both men deny the allegations.

Simmons did say the culture is going through “a time of great transition,” and said he did not want to be a distraction from the work of his companies. He also plans to convert a studio he founded for yogic science into a not-for-profit center of learning and healing.

“The companies will now be run by a new and diverse generation of extraordinary executives who are moving the culture and consciousness forward,” said Simmons, adding, “As for me, I will step aside and commit myself to continuing my personal growth, spiritual learning, and, above all, to listening.”

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290 Leek F/ Fairplay 2333 (@Fairplay_2333) - "Get Yo Roll On"

Chicago artist 290 Leek releases his official music video for his record entitled "Get Yo Roll On" featuring fellow Chicago artist Fairplay 2333. "Get Yo Roll On" uses a sample from the classic Big Tymers hit record "Get Your Roll On"

Syck Flow Ft J Roc - Dolla Dream

(The Wrap-Up Magazine) Raised as a Chicago native, artist Syck Flow was born to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. With a taste of the bright lights an early age in the movie "Chasers" starring Tom Berenger, he was motivated to make his mark. After being officially given the name because of his unique rhythmic flow, Syck spent a lot of time in the dirty south. (South Carolina) that is, up top in Connecticut and in the mid-west Chicago. His style is a reflection of the three places he once called home. Now a days, the studio is his home as he is formulating a collection of songs that will best introduce and in some cases re-introduce him to today's music scene. Already with four official mixtapes and a few singles, Syck Flow has begun his journey as an artist.

Rowdy Rebel - Whamm (Official Music Video)

 

Chicago rapper Rowdy Rebel premieres his new impressive single dubbed “Whamm”. The song “Whamm” fills in as a follow-up to Rowdy Rebel previous delivery titled “We On It” featuring, DBoyLo.

The Story Of Sip Hop

Sip Hop AKA James L. Dillard Jr born and raised from Cleveland, MS known as the Mississippi delta. Sip fell in love with hip hop when he was a child raised off of rap legends like Rahkim, Kool Moe Dee, LL Cool J and more to come.

He started freestyling at the age of 14 when Bone Thugs and Do Or Die was running the rap game even though he wasn't serious with at the time until at the age of 16 going on 17 years old when he was a sophomore at high school. At the age of 19 he went and locate to Chicago, IL that's when he met himself going to Shock house studios, where he some tracks of his own until things with the music wasn't going in the right path. After while he met up with his brother as you would know as Gansta Marcus(The Wrap Up Magazine), that's when singles like Swag On 100, Mississippi Time To Shine, Still Hustling, Gotta Be a Dime, Hold Up and not to mention his first mix tape Cool, Fresh and Versatile.

Sip kept the music flowing after his mix tape with more freestyles and mix tracks but at the same time he was making his songs like Chillin Like A Villian, Undastandabo and Swisha Sweet Blunts until now coming soon his new mix tape The Blue Tape will be available by fall or winter.

Fairplay (@Fairplay_2333) - "We Ball" (Remix) | Shot by @JoeMcGrath

Chicago artist Fairplay releases his music visual for his remix to "We Ball" by Meek Mill featuring Young Thug. The music visual was shot by Joe McGrath.