Baltimore continues to redefine what pain-talk sounds like, and Taee Slickk’s new album Money Bags & Broken Hearts  is another strong entry into the city’s growing wave of raw, emotional rap. Produced entirely by Davonta Ayers, with one feature from WLC ROD on “30 Days,”  this project blends charged-up street energy with melodic introspection, creating a full-circle listening experience that captures Slickk from multiple angles. One of the most refreshing aspects of the album

Every once in a while, a new artist comes out of Baltimore with a sound that feels raw, and Trelly is exactly that. His latest release, “Gangsta,”  dropped on October 27th and marks just the second song he’s ever put out. He’s not on streaming platforms yet, but both tracks available on YouTube already show major potential, and we’re proud to say VA SHIFT is the first to expose him to the industry. “Gangsta”  thrives on subtle hype and heavy 808s, blending Baltimore’s drill p

Baltimore’s underground scene has been quietly evolving, and “Lately (Romantic Homicide)”  by 54Von featuring Lor YB captures that shift in real time. Released July 5th, 2025, with the accompanying music video dropping August 21st, the track has already done a couple thousand views—a small but telling milestone for two young artists redefining what Baltimore’s next generation sounds like. The record blends an ambient Baltimore drill style with the heavy pulse of a dirty, cons