Dom Chronicles doesn't just make music, he architects feelings. With Stoner Jams 03, the Kansas City, MO artist, DJ, and producer delivers what may be his most intentional body of work yet: a warm, haze-draped collection that moves with the unhurried confidence of someone who knows exactly what they're doing and refuses to rush it.

From the first note to the last, this album breathes. The track listing isn't accidental; it's choreographed. Every transition, every shift in energy, every moment of stillness feels deliberate, the work of someone who understands that sequencing is the art. Stoner Jams 03 flows less like a playlist and more like a continuous experience a smoked-out, sunlit journey with studio-grade clarity holding it all together.

What sets this record apart is Dom's beat selection, which is nothing short of immaculate. He has an ear for producers who don't just fill space, they shape it. The result is an album where every instrumental feels handpicked, not assembled.

Highlights

"Summertime" feat. Irv Da Phenom (Produced by Dom Chronicles)
Dom steps behind the boards and delivers one of the album's most immediately lovable moments. Languid guitar licks curl around shimmering keys as Irv Da Phenom glides in with an effortless cadence that feels like it was born for this beat. It's nostalgic without being derivative, a breezy, golden-hour anthem that sounds like a memory you didn't know you had.

"Artesian Water" (Produced by Gloam)
This is where the album reaches its most immersive depth. Gloam constructs a rich, aquatic soundscape this reverb-drenched textures drift like light through deep water while a hypnotic low end anchors the whole thing. Dom doesn't fight the atmosphere; he inhabits it, floating between verses with a measured ease that makes this one of the record's most rewarding listens. Momentum takes a back seat to mood, and the mood wins every time.

"Sun Sign" (Produced by Playa Haze)
Playa Haze brings a woozy, late-night tenderness to this cut hazy synth pads bloom beneath a soft, head-nodding drum groove that practically begs you to close your eyes. Intimate and introspective, "Sun Sign" is one of the album's quietest moments and one of its most powerful, letting Dom's vocal tone sit front and center against a lush, minimalist backdrop that never overstays its welcome.

Dom Chronicles balances his DJ instincts with a producer's ear and a curator's eye, threading together collaborators who don't just complement his aesthetic but elevate it. The sequencing alone is worth studying. This is an atmosphere with architecture, chill with craft, such a cohesive, carefully constructed slice of Kansas City cool that, to be honest, I was surprised to hear coming from Kansas City since it mimics a lot of that sound that L.A. has become known for. If he is not on your playlist now, then it is time you change that.
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​The album is released through Dom's record label Reality Makers Co. in partnership with CREATE.Digital Music and Virgin Music Group.

​"𝘐𝘵'𝘴 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘯 𝘮𝘺 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘧 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘨𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘴 (𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘤) 𝘧𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘐𝘗 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘈𝘐 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘢𝘨𝘦. 𝘚𝘕𝘈𝘊 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘧𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘯 𝘕𝘦𝘷𝘢𝘥𝘢."    - PRO

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Some records transport you instantly, windows down, cruising through LA on a perfect summer day, that California breeze hitting just right. "Life Smells Good," the new collaborative single from Butch Cassidy, Blu, Peruvian Black and Executive Producer, A&R, and co-producer, PRO, is exactly that kind of record.

But the journey beyond the beat is anything but typical.

"I was just floating through some tracks one day from Peruvian Black," Amilcar "PRO" Welton explained during our recent conversation. "This one instrumental... it felt like being outside in SoCal, right? It instantly gave me that spark, like hearing a classic DJ Battlecat beat."

That initial spark set off a four-month creative process that would bring together some of West Coast hip-hop's most respected names and it all started with a single vision.

For PRO, there were only two voices he could hear on that production: the late Nate Dogg or Butch Cassidy. Through mutual connections, he reached out to Butch with a specific vision, something clean, vibey and motivational, but not preachy.

"I wanted something really about just moving through life day-to-day, right? Just feeling good about yourself," PRO said. "You've got reasons to celebrate."

Butch delivered exactly that, laying down a hook so smooth it became the foundation for everything that followed. When he added a verse, PRO knew immediately it was staying on the track.

"It just rides," he said. "This made me want to buy a new chop top or something, like a '64 Lincoln Continental."

Here is where Blu entered the picture, with Butch's melodic West Coast touch locked in, PRO knew the record needed an MC who could match that energy without falling into gangster rap clichés. Through community tastemaker and MC, Definite Mass, he connected with Blu and what came back exceeded every expectation.

"When I tell you Blu sent that verse back, I was like...I don't know how to take it," PRO recalled, laughing. "The verse was so dope, I almost felt like I irritated Blu, and then he was like, 'I'ma show PRO how I get down.'"

Whether it was competitive spirit or pure inspiration from Peruvian Black's production, Blu's verse elevated the track to another level entirely.

What separates a good record from a great one? According to PRO, it's all in the details the small touches that most listeners might not consciously notice but definitely feel.

After additional creative direction on the drum soundscape from long time collaborator Charles "CLC2" Coleman II (Houston, TX), PRO brought in Santiago Luna from Cutie Brothers Studios (Las Vegas, NV) to add live drums under Peruvian Black's programming. Bay Area musician Ron Scott Jr. laid down that essential West Coast funky bass. Singer Sativa (San Diego, CA) contributed a sultry outro ear candy. Eastwood (Compton, CA) added vocal layers with Butch. Every element was carefully considered, placed and refined.

"These are the things that make somebody like Kanye, when he's not tripping, a genius," PRO explained. "The Quincy Joneses, those people that oversaw major records, it's those details that add up."

Even the mixing process became an opportunity to invest in emerging talent. Instead of going with an expensive established engineer, PRO took a chance on young and gifted engineer Toryon Kelley at Junction Sound in Las Vegas, a decision that paid off.
 
In an era dominated by AI-generated imagery, PRO made a deliberate choice: commission original artwork from local Las Vegas artist Sara Godbout.

"When you're doing it with AI, it's not your intellectual property," he noted. "I want something that was original, that we own as a master owner."

Working from a '70s album cover concept and photos of the collaborators, Godbout spent three weeks digitally painting the cover from scratch no AI, just layers and revisions on an iPad.

"Who's gonna take an AI-generated artwork as a poster?" PRO asked. "Who's gonna want that in their office or room or garage or home studio? Nobody."

"Life Smells Good" isn't just a throwback, it's a real reminder that West Coast music never really left, it just needed the right people to honor it properly.

The title itself came from a moment of reflection. While Butch was literally singing about smelling good, PRO saw something deeper.

"People are, you know, we all have sensitive noses," he said. "That's part of our joy if someone smells good or if food smells good. Even the Cali breeze has a smell. I was like, man, life smells good."

It's an affirmation disguised as a flex, positivity wrapped in that signature West Coast cool. And in a music landscape often dominated by aggression and excess, that message feels revolutionary.

For PRO, it's a labor of love that sets a new standard for his future collaborative work.

"I'm definitely proud of this record," he said simply.

And he should be. In a world that often feels like it's moving too fast, "Life Smells Good" is a reminder to slow down, roll the windows down and appreciate the ride.

Because sometimes, life really does smell good.

"Life Smells Good" featuring Butch Cassidy, Blu and Peruvian Black, and PRO, is on all streaming and social platforms.

Just three days after its release, Creed Chameleon and JoJo Flow are making waves with their collaborative project Accolades, a well-crafted 11-track album that showcases the duo's honest chemistry and versatility.

Released on June 22nd, Accolades wastes no time establishing its real intent. The title track Accolades opens the project with a statement of staying focused on one's mission, before diving into "1UP," a showcase of the duo's spirit and lyrical prowess you can succeed despite the odds, acknowledging that their goals might be a "long shot" but they will take what they have and move forward.

What sets Accolades apart is its impressive roster of featured artists. The album's centerpiece, "New WAV Outlawz," feels like a mission statement, bringing together multiple voices to declare their place in hip-hop's evolving landscape.

Behind the boards, Josiah Kamohoalii Bulatao handles production duties across all tracks, creating a cohesive sonic palette that allows both Creed Chameleon and JoJo Flow to shine. The production strikes a balance between contemporary trap influences and boom-bap.

Tracks like "Iyo Sky" and "Downtown Love" (featuring A Ron) showcase the duo's ability to craft melodic, accessible hip-hop without sacrificing lyrical substance, while cuts like "Let Me Talk" featuring Bxmbz and KennFrancis bring raw energy and competitive bars.

There's no filler here, just real focused, intentional hip-hop that proves Creed Chameleon and JoJo Flow are earning their place in the conversation.

​🔊 Stream "Accolades" by Creed Chameleon & JoJo Flow .
​Purchase the "Accolades" exclusive vinyl.

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Ny'a’s latest single “More” delivers a smooth, soulful experience that showcases her ever-maturing artistry. Released by Nap Vision Entertainment and distributed through CREATE.Digital Music and Virgin Music Group, “More” is a testament to Ny'a’s gift for blending heartfelt lyrics with an infectious, contemporary sound.

Produced by Kenny "The Music Machine" Black, ethereal keys and clean, crisp percussion create a modern R&B soundscape perfectly tailored to Ny’a’s emotive voice. The arrangement is spacious, allowing her expressive vocal performance to shine as she navigates themes of longing, vulnerability, and the search for deeper connection.

​While the track feels polished and purposeful, it never loses its sense of intimacy—a hallmark of Ny’a’s musical style. As she sings about the desire for “more” from a relationship, her delivery hits just the right balance of strength and vulnerability.

The One Piece-inspired title is pure Noa: anime-literate, culturally sharp, and unapologetically Hip-Hop. If you're familiar with his world, you already get it. If you're new, welcome aboard the Going Merry.

The single is the first official catalog entry under BrickToYaFace Ent.

Noa James isn't new to this he has spent years building something that goes far beyond music. BrickToYaFace is a full ecosystem: catalog, brand, network, booking, and merch, all operating at an indie level that major labels quietly study.

Here's what our team had to say about finally making it official:

"Noa and I have long term mutual respect and admiration. Over time we have collaborated on releases initially through the impactful Oh That's Filthy era under Steven Contreras. Partnering directly with Brick to Ya Face Ent. and bringing them into the Virgin Music Group ecosystem supported by CREATE.Digital Music, was overdue. Noa and Lisa have built an outstanding catalog, brand, network, booking, and merchandising machine that I reference often as an example of indie success."

That quote says everything. BrickToYaFace Ent. isn't a simple startup; it's a proven operation with the infrastructure to match its ambition. The drop doesn't stop just at the music. To celebrate the release, the official Tony Tony Chopper tee is available now through the BrickToYaFace store limited run, so move fast on it.

🏴‍☠️  Shop the Tony Tony Chopper Shirt →"Tony Tony Chopper" is out now on all major platforms. Whether you're on Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, YouTube Music, or Amazon, the ship has already left the dock. Don't miss it!

🔊 Stream "Tony Tony Chopper" by Noa James & IsThatOD — available everywhere music lives.

Add it to your playlist. Share it with someone who still believes in real Hip-Hop. Then do it again!!

Smash Magazine Inc presents MUSIC INDUSTRY MIXER powered by Life By Music "LBM". Includes a panel discussion with CREATE.Digital Music Founder Amilcar "PRO" Welton

​Friday 5.15 1:00 p.m-5:00 p.m | The Space Las Vegas
5.15-5.16

Life By Music 10 Year Celebration
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Happy New Music Friday! Today, May 1st, 2026, marks the release of Creed Chameleon's brand-new single, "PIECES".

​This track  as soon as it starts, is exactly the kind of authentic, hard-hitting rap you need and have been waiting for to kick off the month.

While Creed Chameleon delivers the vocal and lyrical heavy lifting, "PIECES" is by producer and composer Josiah Kamohoalii Bulatao. Together, they’ve engineered a dynamic canvas for Creed's signature flow, resulting in a track that feels both personal and universally a head-nodding track to enjoy.