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Philly’s Yung Gypsy Embodies Her Takeover In “B.M.S.” (Video & Interview)

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Philly’s own Yung Gypsy embodies her industry takeover in her new FranchiseBeats/Rotation Records produced single/video “B.M.S.” The indie artist wastes no time letting the world know who she is, what she’s here for, and how she moves. Her energy exudes empowering confidence as well as a raw edginess. Watch the video and tap in below for an interview with Yung Gypsy as she tells all about the record, holding it down in the industry, what’s next, and more.

MJ: Before we jump into your new single/video “B.M.S.” let everyone know who you are and where you’re from.

Yung Gypsy: I’m a Tri-State Gypsy from the Tri-State area. Born in South New Jersey, living in and out of Brooklyn NY. Raised in PA. I never stay anywhere long enough for the roots to stick. It’s a lifestyle. One of a Nomadic Traveling Artist.

MJ: At what point in your life did you decide it was time to kick start your career? Walk us through a brief timeline.

Yung Gypsy: Honestly it just kind of happened! I came to Reading PA to meet up with my boy Frank (shout out to FranchiseBeats) we were catching up and going through some of his music catalogs (this man is a genius). Now we ran through quite a few songs he produced but there was one he left in the tuck (untouched) he wanted me to hear. He took a sample from one of my favorite movies and as soon as I heard the track, I knew it was time.

MJ: Holding it down in a male-dominated industry, tell us what sets you apart from other artists, from looks to style, to craft, etc. 

Yung Gypsy: So first off… I feel like the ladies are taking over! The men pull the strings behind the scenes, but the women run the show… I’m such a free spirit and a very spiritual being at that and I like to exude and integrate that power and belief into my craft and all of my passions. I throw in originality with a hint of the many inspirations that came before me in many different genres to give tribute and pay homage. Music is ever evolving, and I want to portray an image that doesn’t put me in a box.

MJ: Let’s dive into your new single/video “B.M.S.” A few impressions fall into play while watching the video…bold, sexy, and confident. What was the push behind the record? What are you hoping fans and new listeners/audiences will take from it? 

Yung Gypsy: So, when I listen to a track I try not to approach it with a ready-made theme. Although, in times where I might need to get some things off my chest or I feel like I need to release a ball of creative energy, I’ll sit and write cappella but when it comes to an original beat, I feel like I have to bring to its original sound. I never know what’s about to come to my head. I like to just let my mind wander on the beat. So, when it came to “B.M.S” I did just that and like you said it’s giving Bold! It’s giving Audacity! It’s giving I’m here and there’s nothing you can do about it

MJ: What other projects or endeavors are you working on?

Yung Gypsy: I have a few things in the tuck right now that I’m really excited about. I always wanted to co-produce original beats and I had the privilege to accomplish that with these next few track releases. I like the melodic, so you’ll get a taste of that alongside some raw lyrics. You’ll hear classic sounds from the 80’s to the early 2000’s My favs.

MJ: Is there anything else you would like to share with the world about Yung Gypsy? 

Yung Gypsy: For those who do not know me I’ve been writing & recording music since I was 15 years old, so this is nothing new to me but definitely something true to me. Shout Out to “Rotation Records” on this up-and-coming project and Look Out for My New Single “Tell Nobody” ft. Jess Cannzie (End of May 2024).

Connect with Yung Gypsy

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/iam_fuego_tha_gypsy

TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yunggypsy88

Contact Booking Info:
Yunggypsy88@gmail.com

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Hieroglyphics drop new LP & video

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All Said And Done, the latest chapter of Hieroglyphics is here!  The third official full-length album from the Oakland, California super-crew is now available via streaming, vinyl and CD editions (links below) with hand-drawn album cover courtesy of Shomari Smith.  A legendary amalgamation of hip-hop entities, Hieroglyphics is composed of CasualSouls Of Mischief (a quartet composed of A-Plus, Opio, Phesto and Tajai), Del The Funky HomosapienDominoDJ Toure and Pep Love

Recorded over a nine-month period in 2025, All Said And Done (the first official Hieroglyphics release since 2013 mixtape The Kitchen) is a fully self-produced affair (with tracks handled by A-Plus, Domino, DJ Toure with the only additional assistance from multi-instrumentalist Jim Greer and cuts on one track by DJ D-Styles of The Beat Junkies).  Speaking on the album title, Casual stated that “it refers to this album being the skill level that we would like to be remembered for.”  He also says that the album track “Uplifted” is a personal highlight that will “last to tell the story of HIero if no other song does.”   

An official video for the track “The Way That It Be” featuring performances from Casual, Pep Love and Tajai was just released (link below).

Watch the official video for “The Way That It Be”: https://youtu.be/FlDWQ89MCcg?si=qB8Ct-Lp4GWrdzwq

The crew also just completed a North American run promoting the release of the album, which hyped the track “Drum Talk” (featuring Casual, Phesto Dee, Tajai and Del The Funky Homosapien).

Listen to “Drum Talk”: https://promo.theorchard.com/OTf4THL8AWSMaUDoZPgu

The tour culminated in the 2026 edition of the annual Hiero Day celebration in San Francisco.  However this Saturday (September 12) will be the launch of the first Hiero Day Canada (to take place at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver)

Stream/Purchase LP/CD All Said And Done: https://hieroglyphics.com/

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