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UK hip-hop producer Chairman Maf has been in the music game for over ten years, working with artists such as Big Cakes, Nate, Loudmouth Melvin, and Cyclonious,  and that list keeps growing. I’ve been spending time with his debut instrumental album, 1976 (which was actually released last year), and I have to say it’s impressive. The soulful hip-hop beats are genuinely hypnotic, no joke. I found myself completely relaxed, drifting into a calm headspace. I even had to hit rewind a few times on track 8, “Golden”  that one’s a standout for me. This project is nothing but good vibes from start to finish. Don’t take my word for it...check it out for yourself. '1976' is OUT NOW and available for download on the link below. http://chairmanmaf.bandcamp.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ChairmanMaf Twitter https://twitter.com/ChairmanMaf

I caught up with one of the UK's beautiful Singer/songwriters Miss Olivia-Louise. Miss R:  When did your first get in to music? Do you remember the first song you wrote? I first got into music and writing songs when I was around 8.  I started off writing poetry and it progressed into song writing . I used to try and form girl groups in primary school and I would write the songs for us lol  we'd sing them on the back of the school bus.  I think one of the first songs was called 'Disco Diva!'  I continued to write songs all through high school and then kind of dropped off a bit when I reached my teen years. It was after I had my daughter when I started singing with my friend 'Kaos' who is an MC. He really pushed me to get back into it . I always wanted to do it but didn't know where to start and he really helped me on my feet with getting into the music industry. Miss R: Is your daughter creative & musica...

I am LOVIN this album by big Cakes. (Yeah, I know I'm a little late with this, as it was released back in April but never mind, I know now!) The 13 track, hit after hit album features Little Dee, Durrty Goodz, Mic K'llejeross, Dog Man, Cyclonious, TBear, Jay Jay Born2Sing, Big Piff Killah, Ramone Grams & Gangish-T If you love Hip Hop you NEED this in your collection!   Download Omnium-Gatherum via bandcamp! OMNIUM-GATHERUM (THE ASSORTED COLLECTION) by Big Cakes BIG CAKES, CYCLONIOUS & TB - SILENCE [REPDAT MUSIC VIDEO]    twitter.com/bigCAKES itunes.omnium-gatherum instagram.com/bigcakes

My favourite song right now is “Skin Deep” (currently my ringtone), produced by South London’s Moteleola , featuring the beautiful Olivia-Louise . I also love “So Good” , featuring Cheer Dolor and Sene . These tracks definitely put me in the mood for summer. Here is my quick Q&A with the man himself. Miss R: Who Are Your Musical Inspirations? Premo, Dilla & Pete I think are a must to mention. Arguably the most prolific names in beat making ever, and most impactful. My favourite producer of recent has been Jake One, I admire his humble personality despite his bold and sublime beats. His furthest thing beat on Drakes NWTS album is incredible, from the sample chops to the crisp drum selection and drum patterns, it's an amazing piece. Apollo Brown is another producer I highly respect and draw inspiration from. Producing entire albums of work with various emcee pairings, from OC to Guilty Simpson. In addition to this Apollo Brown's infamous thick thumping kick a...

I was first introduced to Cyclonious and his music back in November 2013. His no nonsense, truth telling, fearless style caught my attention, with tracks such as 'F.E.A.R' (the title track from his last mixtape)   'Get Them Hands High' from The Chosen  and 'Never Lose Your Passion' From The Warrior And The Blacksmith are just a few of my favourites. We will see the release of his new album 'Hostile Leadership' on 27th June. I caught up with the East London Rapper for a quick chat.. Miss R. You started writing at the young age of 11. Do you remember the first song you wrote? Nah, It's been so long and I didn't save the paper I wrote it on. It's a shame really. Miss R. Growing up, what music did you listen to outside of hip hop? Revival reggae mostly because of my parents, but anything popular at the time. Miss R. You're a producer as well as a rapper. Which do you prefer, and is one process easie...