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New House Of Heron Episode & single ft. Shottie

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Gridlock Production House in association with DJ Heron have released a new episode of the original web series House Of Heron this morning. 

For the uninitiated each episode of the series welcomes a notable Miami spitter to Heron’s studio, where they draw several random records (while blindfolded) for Heron to create an original beat on the spot and the emcee to record to.  The newest episode features Shottie and the resulting single (also out now via DSP’s) is titled “Shut Up.”

Watch official episode of House Of Heron feat Shottie: https://youtu.be/CPgX4lV_MbE?si=DxX_kxFDGWtwl1WM 

Listen to “Shut Up” ft. Shottie: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/houseofheron/shut-up-feat-shottie

This isn’t the only single that Heron and Shottie have collaborated on in the last few months as the emcee was also featured on a recent single entitled “Black Angels” from Spanglish boom-bap trio Grupo HNE (composed of DJ Heron, DJ Exes and Nando).  

Watch official Grupo HNE video for “Black Angels / Big Pictures”: https://youtu.be/Bqlk8TeyHtw?si=y9HykR4T969I-cap

This episode is the second of twelve composing House Of Heron Season 1 (which will be released bi-weekly via YouTube). The inaugural episode featuring King Tetrus is also available as well as the resulting single from the episode entitled “No More Games” (links below).

Watch official episode House Of Heron ft. King Tetrus: https://youtu.be/uOSSY_juroE?si=c2jStm4B3-oGcArw

Listen to “No More Games”: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/houseofheron/no-more-games-feat-king-tetrus

Originally from Brooklyn, DJ Heron cut his teeth in the early days of DJ Culture in Miami.  Over the decades he has worked with / DJ’d for artists including De La Soul, Mobb Deep, Smoke DZA, KRS-ONE, The Lox and many more. 

He has had a prolific year already including the series, a multitude of singles with Grupo HNE and a full-length remix album of LoLife General Thirstin Howl The 3rd classic material entitled Thirstin On Heron.

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https://www.instagram.com/dj_heron

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GINO BLACK RELEASES IMMERSIVE INSTRUMENTAL SINGLE “THE DREAMER”

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THE DREAMER – A cinematic journey for visionary minds, blending ambient soul, lo-fi textures, and hip-hop rhythm.

Every now and then, an instrumental comes along that doesn’t just play in the background — it speaks, it moves, it stirs something ancient and unnamed within you. Gino Black’s latest release, THE DREAMER, is exactly that kind of sonic experience. It isn’t just a track — it’s a soundtrack for visionaries, an audio canvas painted with colors you’ve only seen behind closed eyes.

A Journey Through the Subconscious
Clocking in at just under four and a half minutes, THE DREAMER unfolds like a meditation — equal parts therapeutic and cinematic. From the opening chords, you’re suspended in a cloud of lo-fi ambiance, textured synth layers, and soulful keys that beckon you inward. It’s as if Gino Black cracked open the subconscious and translated its language into rhythm.

The beat is subtle, never intrusive, but it pulses like a quiet heartbeat — steady, deliberate, and full of intent. There are no vocals here, and none are needed. Every note is its own verse. Every chord change is a plot twist in a story only the listener can truly understand.

This is music that trusts its listener. It’s not here to instruct or entertain in a traditional sense. It’s here to accompany you — wherever you need to go, mentally or emotionally.

A Sonic Manifesto
Gino Black, known for his unique fusion of cinematic hip-hop, soul, and ambient production, has built a sonic identity that leans heavily on emotional gravity. With THE DREAMER, he deepens that identity. It’s minimalistic, but never simple. Each sound is intentional, and the spaces between are just as powerful as the notes themselves.

There’s a philosophical quality to this release. It asks the listener
What does it mean to dream, especially in a world that demands you stay awake, alert, and grinding 24/7?


This track doesn’t offer answers. Instead, it invites you to rest, to visualize, to imagine yourself beyond your circumstances — something revolutionary in today’s overstimulated culture.

A Reflection of the Artist
Behind the music is Gino Black, the South Florida-based producer, artist developer, and founder of Powerblast Worldwide. Formerly known for his cinematic rap collaborations and motivational podcast MUSIC THERAPY & MOTIVATION, Gino Black has become something of an underground philosopher-producer — the kind of artist who blends discipline with depth, hustle with healing.

He’s produced hits for artists like Ari Martin, She Loves No One, B0JACK, Cutty B. Spooky, and BOMBTHREAT, and his solo catalog reflects a man who has lived, struggled, evolved — and most importantly, learned how to articulate emotion without words.

In an industry still dominated by viral hooks and algorithmic trends, THE DREAMER feels like an act of quiet rebellion. It’s art for the sake of expansion — not just artistic, but human expansion.

Final Thoughts
THE DREAMER isn’t for everyone — and that’s its power. It’s not fast food for the ears. It’s a slow-cooked meal for the soul. It demands your presence. It rewards your stillness.
Whether you’re journaling under moonlight, visualizing your next big move, or just trying to breathe deeper than yesterday, this track provides the perfect sonic space to do it in.

RATING: 9.3 / 10
Best For:

  • Late-night drives
  • Creative flow states
  • Self-reflection & manifestation rituals
  • Anyone chasing something more than the ordinary

Listen to THE DREAMER by Gino Black:

Song Link: https://orcd.co/ginoblackthedreamer

Official Website: GinoBlackMusic.com

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