I don't know if anyone else has noticed, but it seems to me that a lot of Richmond hip-hop artists are getting their names out there and grabbing the spotlight beyond the city limits lately. This is a great development for RVA hip-hop, of course--it's great to see our scene on the upswing, growing stronger by the week. And this week, yet another RVA hip-hop artist is getting out there, as Soulfully Me is appearing on BET's 106 & Park tomorrow afternoon. This young local rapper has been on the scene for a little while now, releasing his Confessions Of A College Kid album for free on the internet about a year ago, but this BET appearance is him taking it to the next level in a big way. His new single, "Brighter," has been picking up a buzz online in recent weeks, and for good reason--it's an upbeat tune that displays his lyrical talent but also includes an undeniable chorus that will stick in your head for hours at a time. He mentions being "on the verge of blowing up" in the song, and maybe that's exactly what this 106 & Park appearance will mean for him. Either way, it's good to see one of our own making a high-profile appearance like this, so be sure to tune in tomorrow at 6 PM and check it out. And for a little preview of what you're gonna hear, check out the Soundcloud file after the jump. You won't be sorry.
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TOMORROW: Soulfully Me On 106 & Park
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