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RickyBoy Impresses With Impeccable Wordplay And Lyricism On New Release “Step Up Freestyle”
Rising hip-hop artist RickyBoy is back with a bang, dropping his latest single, “Step Up Freestyle”, straight from the heart of north London. With influences stemming from his upbringing and a deep-rooted passion for music, RickyBoy’s newest release promises to captivate audiences with its raw energy and infectious beats.
The artist’s evolution is evident in his discography, from the impactful debut EP RickySzn in 2020 to subsequent singles and live performances that have collectively garnered over 200,000 views on his YouTube channel. “Step Up Freestyle” takes a fresh approach, showcasing RickyBoy’s growth and his commitment to doing things on his own terms. The track delivers a message of unity within the artist’s inner circle, emphasising the crucial role they play in his artistic journey. RickyBoy’s team, SPMM, may come from diverse backgrounds, but they share a common respect for the grind, which is celebrated through their music.
This new single is a testament to RickyBoy’s artistic versatility and determination to rise above challenges. The accompanying music video, directed by JV, adds visual depth to the narrative, providing fans with a captivating and immersive experience.
Speaking about the inspiration behind “Step Up Freestyle”, RickyBoy explains, “‘Step up’ derives from my catch phrase ‘steppy’, which applies to everyone with a goal or ambition in life to achieve greater things. Unity and brotherhood embody ‘Step Up Freestyle’. Myself and the team were abroad in Kenya when I recorded the track off the dome.”
“Step Up Freestyle” is a compelling addition to RickyBoy’s growing body of work, showcasing his commitment to authentic storytelling. “Step Up Freestyle” is available to buy/stream now on all platforms.
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Aaron makes music about meaningful topics that rocks and grooves – and sometimes it even skanks on a rock steady beat!
His new song ‘Geeks’ has been released on all major music platforms on November 15th. It is an anthem for the heroes of the digital age: computer nerds, also known as geeks. It is driven by an off-beat ska guitar, a sticky bass line and a groovy brass section. The icing on the cake is a jazzy saxophone solo.
“I have always loved Ska, I even saw the Specials, the Selecter and Madness live in their heydays”, says Aaron. “I chose the topic although I am not a geek myself, but I have a lot of sympathy for them. Geeks are often frowned upon because they can be socially awkward, but they are the ones who are building a better world. So I think they deserve an anthem.”
The music video is mostly made up of typography, minimalistic ASCII graphics and heavily pixelated images – it surely looks geeky! Watch it here:
Aaron writes catchy songs that are made for people who like meaningful, uplifting topics and guitar-driven, hand-made sounds. His musical journey started young but it wasn’t until he discovered Bitcoin and became so invested in it that he used music to express his new found joy.
“It’s mostly rock music, with excursions into funk, soul and other styles I grew up with. In general, it’s guitar-driven and hand-made, often with a punkish energy and beatlesque harmonies. What all my songs have in common are meaningful lyrics about being in the here and now, about transforming disturbing emotions into wisdom, about being in the flow, things like that.” says Aaron in an interview.
“I have always been making music and writing songs, starting with a punk rock band when I was 15. However, I never saw it as a career. I played in several bands in my teenage years and my early twenties, but after my media studies in Berlin and Rio de Janeiro I focused on other things. I first worked in TV production and then founded one of the first Internet agencies in Germany. I discovered Bitcoin in 2011 and became fascinated by it. I wrote five books about it, made lots of promotional videos and educational series for Bitcoin and blockchain companies, and organised events. I even wrote some songs about Bitcoin, which became quite popular in the community, like my Reggaeton about the Bitcoin Beach in El Salvador. People always liked that my songs are catchy and provocative. It was by the end of 2023 that I decided to go full in on music. It’s what I enjoy the most, so now I want to fully follow my passion.”
Since May 2024, his songs have been streamed more than 250,000 times on Spotify and his music videos have been viewed more than 350,000 times on YouTube.
Read more about Aaron King: http://aaron-koenig.net/press/
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