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416DEDE Unveils Gripping New Single ‘Serving Pressure’

416DEDE, originally from Marrero/New Orleans, Louisiana, and currently residing in Dallas, Texas, has been inspired to create music that tells his life story for as long as he can remember. This musician, who aligns himself with acts like Jerellz and Supa Hendo, expresses himself through the sound of rap, hip-hop, and trap-infused tracks, presenting just his actual honest self. ‘Serving Pressure,’ the latest single, is a punchy beat oozing track that glides with tremendous energy and power throughout.
Recorded in the home studio of Jackson Henderson, proprietor of Damage Media Group, in Memphis, TN, ‘Serving pressure’ is drenched in the sound of bells, snare, kick, hi-hats, and strings, taking us on an explosive and dynamic powerhouse journey, revealing the brightest lights on 416DEDE as an artist, that you won’t be able to get enough of.
Speaking of the new track, the artist shares:
“I created the track because I wanted to give my fans something to listen to that will hype them up. I love tracks that have a bunch of energy and are fun to rap along with when playing it back. My lyrics are always true to me and I want my fans to know what my experiences have been like in life.I want my listeners to understand the things I’ve been through and the things I’ve seen in my past and still see in my day-to-day life. It is important for people to know I have always wanted to share my stories through my music so that they can hear and feel my journey with me.”
416DEDE is on the right track with this latest release, and we can’t wait to see where he goes from here. ‘Serving Pressure’ is out now on all platforms.
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Marz Starlife Makes A Striking First Impression With Healing

Every once in a while, a debut comes along that doesn’t just introduce an artist – it reveals a soul. Marz Starlife’s first EP, Healing, is exactly that. It’s raw, it’s heartfelt, and it doesn’t pretend to have everything figured out. Instead, it leans into the messiness of real life – the mistakes, the heartbreak, the isolation – and tries to make sense of it all through music. Born in Jamaica, raised in the UK, and now back on the island, Marz brings a cross-cultural perspective to his storytelling, but at the heart of Healing is something deeply human: the need to reckon with the past in order to move forward.
Across the project’s standout tracks, Marz doesn’t hold back. In Bad Memories, he opens up about years lost to incarceration, fractured relationships, and the weight of regret. “Spent four birthdays locked up, baby remember me please,” he raps, in a tone that’s both matter-of-fact and aching. The production stays subdued and moody, letting the lyrics breathe. There’s no glorification of the streets here, only reflection. He admits to being young and caught up in the chase for fast money, but he also shows growth, making it clear that he’s not the same person he once was. It’s a track that lingers, not because it tries to be flashy, but because it feels real.
The title track, Healing, is where everything clicks. Marz taps into something almost spiritual as he raps, “I turn pain into power, darkness to light.” The song is layered with poetic lines and subtle emotional shifts, balancing toughness with tenderness. There’s a determination to rise above, even when the scars still sting. He reflects on his upbringing, his time in the streets, and the inner battles he continues to fight. “No shrink can understand how I’m feeling,” he says, and honestly, it’s hard not to believe him. The pain here is too specific, too lived-in. But instead of letting it swallow him, he uses it to fuel something greater.
What’s refreshing about Healing is that it doesn’t try to fit neatly into any one genre or narrative. Marz blends elements of UK hip-hop, Jamaican rhythm, and emotional rap into something that feels uniquely his own. He’s not here to be the loudest or the flashiest; he’s here to be honest. And in a world full of over-produced, over-polished music, that honesty stands out.
With Healing, Marz Starlife has given us more than a debut; he’s given us a mirror into his journey, and maybe even our own. Whether you’ve lived through similar struggles or are just someone who appreciates music with depth and heart, this EP is worth your time. It’s a reminder that healing isn’t linear, but it’s possible, and that sometimes telling your story is the most powerful thing you can do.
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