PNW Rising Artists Its Pz, Josiah Mekhi, STS Boys, Ahvie Dinero, and Dmann Continue Dropping Heat

DanellyAugust 16, 2023

We're back at you with some fresh music out of the Pacific Northwest. There's a great diverse group lined up, so get ready because there's something here for e...

Hip-Hop5 min read

The 10 Best Resorts for Adventurers In The Pacific Northwest

Joseph BraboAugust 16, 2023

The Pacific Northwest region of the United States is not only our home, but also a playground for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers. With its stunning landsc...

Hip-Hop6 min read

Return of a Wordsmith: Unpacking Noname’s ‘Sundial’ Album

Noah WeinbergAugust 15, 2023

Noname's newest album, Sundial, marks a dazzling return for the 31-year-old Chicago rapper after her five-year hiatus from music. Steeped deeply in the sub-gen...

Hip-Hop4 min read

The Complete Guide To Recording Equipment for Rappers

Mitch PfeiferAugust 14, 2023

Recording music has become more accessible than ever, allowing aspiring rappers to express their creativity and share their talent with the world. To achieve p...

Hip-Hop8 min read

20 Of The Most Popular Celebrity Alcohol Products Currently Available

RMR StaffAugust 13, 2023

Celebrity alcohol products have always attracted a lot of interest. Lately, many famous people have joined the spirits industry, launching their own special dr...

Hip-Hop11 min read

Elevating Craftsmanship: Marlon Craft’s HOMECOURT ADVANTAGE, Vol 2

Noah WeinbergAugust 11, 2023

Within the ever-expanding mosaic of today's rap landscape, Marlon Craft stands as a symbol of the genre’s golden years. A testament to the enduring power of hi...

Hip-Hop4 min read

Travis Scott Delivers Most Significant Cultural Hip-Hop Moment of Current Decade With Release of “UTOPIA”

Noah WeinbergAugust 11, 2023

Travis Scott's UTOPIA was arguably the most significant release to date. Luckily, Travis knocked it out of the park, resulting in yet another masterpiece from ...

Hip-HopMusicNew Music3 min read

Mafi D, Blake Anthony, FLAV, and TBU Quanny Continue Making Waves With Recent Releases

Joseph BraboAugust 9, 2023

We've been featuring the Pacific Northwest rap community for over a decade now. Constantly sifting through thousands of songs and videos to seek out the fire f...

Hip-Hop10 min read

J French Is The Multifaceted Voice of “All Love”

Noah WeinbergAugust 8, 2023

Oklahoma City-born and Texas-based J French is a multifaceted artist who has carved a niche in hip-hop and music production. With an impressive background and ...

Artist InterviewsHip-HopMusicNew Music3 min read

New Releases From DJ Premier, Mafi D, Yung Gravy, Stylust, E-40, and Sauce Walka On This Week’s New Music Monday

Kaja DericAugust 7, 2023

This week RMR is continuing our segment New Music Monday where we share fire music from the past few days. Today we have some great songs to recommend for your...

Hip-Hop12 min read

BIA Shines With Release of “REALLY HER” Album

Noah WeinbergAugust 6, 2023

BIA, the 31-year-old Massachusetts rapper, has been making waves in the hip-hop scene since signing to Pharrell Williams' I Am Other record label back in 2014....

Hip-HopMusicNew Music3 min read

Lonestar Luchador Album by That Mexican OT Combines Trap and Texas Blues

Noah WeinbergAugust 5, 2023

That Mexican OT's newest release, Lonestar Luchador, showcases the Texas rapper's talent and unusual musical influences. Coming from a harrowing past in which ...

Hip-HopMusic3 min read

5 Songs For Summer That We Can’t Get Out Of Our Heads

Noah WeinbergAugust 3, 2023

Ahh, the summer. Icey cold cocktails, tans on the beach, and of course… incredible music! Our favorite artists never fail to deliver perfect tunes for the seas...

Hip-HopPlaylists5 min read

John Thomas, MBK, BoomerBabyy, Isaacjacuzzi, Topp, Wynne, and Other PNW Artists Included On This Week’s Local Music Wednesday

Kaja DericAugust 3, 2023

This week RMR is continuing our new series Local Music Wednesday. These artists are consistently releasing music and playing shows in the Seattle area. Whether...

Hip-Hop8 min read

Why No One Should Be In Prison For Non-Violent Weed Crimes

RMR StaffAugust 2, 2023

The global perspective on cannabis has undergone a significant transformation over the last 5-10 years. Numerous countries and states have recognized the medic...

Hip-Hop7 min read

Rappers As Weed: What Do These 8 Rappers Have In Common With Cannabis?

Noah WeinbergAugust 1, 2023

Hey there, Respect My Region fam! We know you like music, and we know you like weed. So today, we're going to delve into those two fascinating areas that often...

Cannabis x MusicHip-HopWeed6 min read

Tips For Attending Hard Summer Music Festival 2023 in Los Angeles

Kaja DericJuly 31, 2023

Sadly, Summer is coming to an end and August is right around the corner. However, there are still plenty of upcoming concerts and events taking place before th...

Hip-Hop4 min read

Dave East Drops ‘Fortune Favors The Bold’ Album Featuring G-Eazy, Cordae, Ghostface Killa, RZA, and More | Official Album Review

Noah WeinbergJuly 31, 2023

Dave East's lastest album Fortune Favors The Bold dropped on July 14th, and although the New York rapper said he took inspiration from the John Wick film franc...

Hip-HopMusicNew MusicReviews3 min read

JT from City Girls Launches “No Bars Reform” Empowering Program for Incarcerated Women

VeronicaJuly 31, 2023

JT, a hip-hop duo from"City Girls," takes the lead in empowering women in both music and communities. Her newly established non-profit program, "No Bars Reform...

Hip-HopNew Music3 min read

The Bakeree Downtown Seattle Dispensary Now Offering Respect My Region’s RMR Legacy Smalls 7G Indoor Flower

Mitch PfeiferJuly 30, 2023

To me, The Bakeree is one of the very few cannabis companies that helps define what is actually quality in the city and in our region. They only offer quality ...

Hip-Hop3 min read

Drake Seems to Have Acquired Tupac’s Iconic Crown Ring

Karan SinghJuly 28, 2023

Drake has all the money in the world, and even though he gambles a lot of it away (literally), the Toronto native appears to have allocated some of his funds f...

Hip-HopMusic2 min read

PaidTay, Ralphy Davis, JiggaCity and More Included on This Week’s Local Music Wednesday

Kaja DericJuly 27, 2023

This week RMR is continuing our  new series Local Music Wednesday. Where we are discussing local artists in the Seattle area that we have been following. ...

Hip-Hop7 min read

18 Of The Most Influential Hip-Hop Producers Since The Year 2010

Music StaffJuly 26, 2023

Since its inception, hip-hop has continuously evolved, pushing boundaries and reshaping the music industry. One crucial aspect that defines the genre's sonic l...

Hip-Hop10 min read

Album Review: Vices by Curren$y and Harry Fraud

Noah WeinbergJuly 25, 2023

Rapper Curren$y and producer Harry Fraud joined forces to release their collaborative album Vices this past June. With Curren$y’s laid-back southern flow and H...

Hip-HopNew MusicReviews4 min read