OF CONTENTS 04 FEATURES 10 REVIEWS MYA NOÉL’S SINGLE “SUGAR”, RELEASED ON DECEMBER 1, 2023 6 LITHUANIA'S MARIITHEKIDD ONLY GOES UP AFTER NEW VISUALIZER OF “UP!” 7 ESASYA’S ALBUM BECAUSE, THEREFORE, RELEASED ON NOVEMBER 24, 2023 18 THE STORY OF THE SELFPROCLAIMED FACE OF THE NORTH, NORTHSIDE CAM CHART VICTORIA VANITY’S SIXTEEN TRACK ALBUM H.I.M., RELEASED ON DECEMBER 17, 2023 12 16 8 14 MIKKI BRAYBOY’S DEBUT ALBUM AMALGAMATION , RELEASED ON MAY 18, 2022 15 REJECT’S SINGLE “WHY IS IT ALWAYS ME”, RELEASED ON DECEMBER 15, 2023 PAGE 09 UPCOMING MUSIC ALBUM COVER 1.................................................................................................................SHAMBLESXO FT. DREMES 2..........................................................................................................................OXYGOTMEHELLBENT 3...............................................................................................................HANDCUFFIN FT. OBIE TRICE 4........................................................................................................................EVEN THEN IT GOES ON 5................................................................................................................NIGHTMARES FT. RYOBI MD 6.............................................................................................................................................THE PARTY 7.......................................................................................................SHAMBLESXOUTRO FT BIZARRE
REHSILBUP NOSREDNA LEMAHS .retal sraey eerht oidaR OXOS teltuo aidem eht gnihcnual ,sdroceR OXOS dednuof eh ,0202 nI .reppar naciremA na si oxselbmahS sa nwonk yllanoisseforP REHPARGOTOHP ETTOYA DERAJ REHPARGOEDIV LETTEM TNECNIV REHPARGOTOHP OIDAR OXOS DNIHEB EDAJ REBMA REHPARGOTOHP RINAY LEARSI REHPARGOEDIV NOSWAD KCAJ SOXO Radio (a subsidiary of SOXO RECORDS LLC) was formed in 2023 by Shamel Anderson ("Shamblesxo") as an independent media outlet comprising a radio station, blogs and a magazine. Different music genres have been given priority at SOXO Radio promoting diversity as well as artistic expression. It was designed to empower and unify musicians while reaching the general public. Music has the potential to inspire, bring people together and change lives. With partners including iHeartRadio, Apple, and Google, SOXO Radio has globalized, reaching thousands. SOXO Radio aims at becoming a respected and reliable source of information due to the commitment to quality journalism above all else. It adheres to strict ethical standards thereby providing reliable information about any topic that would be interesting for a diversified audience.
ankrollboy (also known as Kkaya) is a musical artist born and raised in Atlanta. Critics and listeners credit him for his musical versatility, with his music exploring afrobeat, pop, trap, and soft rock. In his youth, he was introduced to a range of music through his home life. Listening to the more prominent as lesser known genres at an early age directly correlated to his musical strengths. With parents from different backgrounds, he was able to have a strong African influence and R&B Funk from the 60’s-90’s era. His father is from Los Angeles, California while his mother was an African immigrant. In his teen years into adulthood, the artists that directly influenced his style included (in order of significance) Lil Uzi Vert, Drake, Future, The Weeknd, Travis Scott, Michael Jackson, Sade, and Adele. Bankrollboy released his first track "Rugrats " in 2016 on SoundCloud. His first official album Spring Break was released exclusively on SoundCloud in 2018. After obtaining his Apollo interface and powerful plug-ins, his production quality drastically improved. He released various mixtapes and EPs throughout 2015 and 2016. He would release multiple singles, EPs, and albums during this time, including PLAN A and Opulence. In 2023, he introduced a new album series titled “Frution.” On October 2023, Bankrollboy released his early breakthrough project Fruition Vol.3, which received praise and recognition from artist Shamblesxo.
16-track album showcases her unique blend of Hip-hop, R&B, and neo-soul. H.I.M. acts as a declaration of selflove and moving on from past relationships. 78 their on-stage performance(s). The pair were talented jazz singers and actors. She expressed admiration for the great singers Erykah Badu and Michael Jackson, stating “Erykah’s style and flow along with Michael's message and love that he puts into his music is powerful.” She began officially releasing music in early 2023. A Dancehall track VICTORIA titled, “Im Jealous” was her first VANITY uploaded project. Regarding the authenticity of her discography, she ictoria Vanity (also known as responded “My music is always Leah Harper) is an based on real events, no matter how American singer-songwriter from traumatic it sounds. My music is Chicago. The artist has a very distinct mainly about my situationships and sound. Her music is described as Boom since I can’t express myself to that bap, with jazz, hip-hop, and minimalist certain person I put it all in a song jazz elements. Victoria's songs often and hope it finds them.” Her most revolve around themes of love, recent single, “Lost Trust” is a wellnostalgia & expression. At the age of 5, composed and professionally she was introduced to music through produced masterpiece. The single is her grandfather. He taught her piano one of her more cohesive records. playing while her father frequently Introspective while tame on played 90’s R&B. Her multidisciplinary experimentation by letting her light aunt and uncle motivated a seven-year- and airy vocals highlight the project. old Victoria through V 6 | SOXO RADIO | FEBRUARY 2024 M U S I C R E V I E W
has an assortment of ethereal melodies, haunting lyrics, and atmospheric production. Several themes of love are paired with an air of mystery and intrigue. 84 ESASYA S tephanie Alexandra, known by her stage name Esasya, is a Canadian musical artist, singersongwriter, and multi-genre producer. Hailing from Ottawa, Canada, Esasya made her debut in the music industry on October 20, 2023, with her single "all the ways," featuring Alvinos Zavlis, a musical artist from Bristol. This track is also featured on her debut EP, titled because, therefore which consists of six tracks and was mixed and mastered by Maxime Phillippe. Esasya's musical style falls under the alternative pop genre, and she draws inspiration from personal experiences and various perspectives on love. The songs on her EP were heavily influenced by her past unhealthy relationships, while the track "not in vain" was written during a period of loss. Esasya's talent and potential were recognized when she was awarded the Artist Development grant from FACTOR (the Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings) and the Government of Canada in 2022. This grant provided her with $2,000 to support her songwriting-related endeavors over the course of a year. Through her songwriting, she has found solace, acceptance, and purpose, allowing her to fully embrace her experiences and express herself artistically. Currently, Esasya is focused on editing her self-produced music video for her song "take your time" and has plans to consistently release music . M U S I C R E V I E W 7
RADIO SO TOP TEN XO SINGLES SUGAR M MYA NOÉL ya Noél is a musical artist and songwriter based in Durham, North Carolina. With a passion for music and a desire to create, Mya decided to pursue a career in the industry after her freshman year at the University of North Carolina Greensboro. With the help of a friend, she connected with the renowned Durham-based producer Dadpapa, who has played a crucial role in shaping her sound. Drawing inspiration from freedom and desire, Mya Noél's musical style is a reflection of these themes. Her growing catalog consists of uptempo melodies and memorable lyrics. Her debut single, "Problematic", released on February 28th, 2022, garnered attention and showcased her artistry. The release set the stage for what would become a promising career for the singer-songwriter. One of the defining moments of Mya's career occurred during a live performance of "Landslide" by Fleetwood Mac at an open mic in Greensboro. Prior to the show, she prayed for good footage to capture her performance, and with doubt in mind, she anxiously analyzed the recordings afterward. To her delight, she realized it was her most promising performance yet, providing her with the validation and confidence she needed to continue her musical pursuits. 8 | SOXO RADIO | FEBRUARY 2024
ESASYA NOT IN VAIN 5. VICTORIA VANITY 3. SAD MONDAYS. 4. TIME FLIES 8. NM KAY FT.FREEM 6. MICHAEL MAZOCHI TIME WILL TELL MARIITHEKIDD STRANGERS MAHÉ 9. REJECT 7. WHY IS IT ALWAYS ME? REJECT ALL ALONE AGAIN YOUR HAND MYA NOEL 10. MORE THAN I AM 9
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