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RVA Rap Elite

From a heated opening battle to a 30-Emcee Cypher that lit up the room, the Season 8 premiere of RVA Rap Elite delivered nonstop energy.

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Kelo Soul Talks J. Cole Encounter After Incredible RVA Rap Elite Performance

Fresh off the stage at RVA Rap Elite, Virginia lyricist Kelo Soul opened up to The Richmond Seen about his viral encounter with J. Cole, the momentum behind his latest project, and why the moment has only intensified his drive.

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M.P, Ty Sorrell, and M.Y.L.O. Release Visuals for “Rewind Radio Freestyle”

M.P, Ty Sorrell, and M.Y.L.O. release another set of visuals, “Rewind Radio Freestyle,” from their upcoming EP, Waning Moon.

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10 Albums That Got Us Through 2025 (The Shortlist)

Here’s a list of some of the music that got us through 2025. Featured Photo: Noah-o & Big No for “Richmond Brave 2”

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The Seen’s 2025 Watchlist: FOTM 9 Edition

FOTM showcased emerging artist throughout the city, and state, for a stellar multi-hour long ascent to the moon, leaving an indelible mark on Richmond’s Hip Hop landscape.

Giving Flowers in Real Time with Shaela Soul

We caught up with Shae to dive into the inspiration behind ShaeLaLinks, the creative scene in Richmond, and more.

New Music: Noah-O x Ohbliv – “Dick Fosbury” Impacting Radio Now

Charged Up Entertainment and Kontra Rekords release Noah-O's single "Dick Fosbury," featuring Ohbliv's beats and uncompromising lyrics, heralding a commitment to authentic hip-hop culture.

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The Seen’s 2025 Watchlist: FOTM 9 Edition

Giving Flowers in Real Time with Shaela Soul

New Music: Noah-O x Ohbliv – “Dick Fosbury” Impacting Radio Now

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