[MP3 + Music Video] Notifi – Won’t Get Lonely

Very Drake-feeling but very good track by a new (to us) singer from The 6ix. More info from the official press blurb:

Today marks the much anticipated industry-wide release of Notifi‘s “Won’t Get Lonely” video which just premiered on Noisey. The Toronto-based rapper, producer and crooner introduces his crisp beats, blitzed-out production, and unique view on life with his debut video directed by Zac Facts (Tory Lanez, Future, 88 Glam, Sean Leon). The vivid, stimulating and romantic images create a densely textured visual palette that blends seamlessly with the songs infectious blend of rap, dark pop and R&B.

Alongside his manager and executive producer, globetrotting DJ Charlie B, the Montreal-born Notifi who grew up in the Scarborough area of Toronto, is looking to help bring his Farewell crew – a brand and upcoming label which represents the idea of ascension – to a better place. The 24-year-old is currently working on his debut EP, set for release in Fall 2018.

[MP3 + Music Video] LolaBunz – West End (Prod. By Trizzlam)

Saw this rapper at Adelaide Hall a few months back where this track was ringin’ off when she perfromed. Happy she made such a good video, directed by Ty Black, for it. Salute!

[MP3] KGoon – Goonie Gang

Throwback from MTL that came up on my autosuggest while on Spotify earlier today…

[MP3] Devontée – Real Rudebwoy Feat. Kardinal Offishall

Latest flex from one of Toronto’s more promising rappers on the come up:

Today, rising rap star Devontée unveils his new single “Real Rudebwoy” featuring Toronto rap legend Kardinal Offishall from his forthcoming Head Gone album. Over the last few years you’ve witnessed the talented producer and rapper’s steady ascent, releasing a slew of critically-acclaimed singles including “Bare Tings” – that originated the viral WOE phenom popularized in Drake’s “Know Yourself” – to notable collaborations and singles with NYC’s Pro Era stalwarts Joey Badass and CJ Fly. “Real Rudebwoy is a representation of Toronto culture in its fullest form, heavy bass, rhythmic drums, sweet lyrics and lots of flavour,” says Devontée, the cousin of Ayesha Curry, wife to NBA superstar Steph Curry. “The song is also about strong- minded women that know what they want and get what they want.”

Previously on the Kitchen:

– Devontee – Out of Town (Prod. by KRFW) [MP3]

(note: post updated from original July 27 publishing with new video)

[MP3] QueenStreetHush – Don’t Sleep On Me / Today

Don’t much about this new artist from the 6ix but he’s named after the street I live on and it’s some more of that Toronto Sound ish, so it’s straight in our books…