With our Top 8 Singles list, we present the top 8 singles based on our staff picks.

This week our staff has chosen another 8 from May 20 – May 26. This week’s list is led by singles from DJ Jon Doe & ID4Windz,Apollo Brown & Locksmith and Chi City.

 

DJ Jon Doe & ID4Windz ft. Eloh Kush – Jack Hammer

Southern Vangard’s DJ Jon Doe presents the first volume of the Maxi-Single Sessions, a series of releases that center around the veritable maxi-single format – a term originally used to describe 7-inch vinyl singles that had more than two songs on it. As the format developed, it was a vehicle to deliver remixes and bonus cuts alongside a traditional two-song single release on cassettes and compact discs.

Apollo Brown & Locksmith – Litmus

West Coast Berkeley grad, battle rapper and musician Locksmith has hammered out a reputation as one of Hiphop’s most enlightened no punch pulling emcees. From his early appearances on MTV’s Freestyle Championship to his frequent Shade 45 appearances, Locksmith always brings cutting lyricism that not only questions the status quo but offers deep truths for reflection. Meanwhile Detroit’s Apollo Brown has built his illustrious career on emotive production that draws the best out of already legendary mic kings.

Chi City – So About Last Night (prod. by Yondo)

Mastering the art of storytelling and delivering a standout display of the power of lyricism, an artist by the name of Chi City is here today with his brand new offering, “So About Last Night” produced by Yondo. The song explores the pros and cons of the moral dilemma between going to the studio or going on a robbery, and in the way that it struggles with the alluring powers of temptation, also acts as a testament to the rising talent’s advanced level of artistry.

1. DJ Jon Doe & ID4Windz ft. Eloh Kush – Jack Hammer
2. Apollo Brown & Locksmith – Litmus
3. Chi City – So About Last Night (prod. by Yondo)
4. Planet Asia ft. Hus Kingpin & SmooVth – Mansa Musa Medallions (prod. by J.O.D.)
5. Drake – Duppy Freestyle
6. Supreme Cerebral ft. Born Unique – Clean Shot (prod. by Pete Twist)
   
7. AD – Will Smith Ignored Me (prod. by Lettuce By The Pound)
   
8. Zoey Dollaz – God Juice
   
   

If you missed the previous week’s list, check out the Top 8 Singles here.