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Hip-Hop Lives Here
Calebdoee’s new hip hop single “YOU&ME” turns up the heat with a steamy beat built around guitar chords and echoing water drops.
The carefully crafted lyrics are all about “us versus the world,” and an ode to the woman who is “the only one that I want to be next to.”
Go ahead, take away everything that’s stressing me
I promise I never fumble, come take a jet with me
Cause my word is all I got
Music and your love I never flop
It don’t matter what they see
It’s gotta be you and me
Part of a three-song EP titled The Leftovers, “YOU&ME” was recorded at Successful Musik Studios in Fort Wayne.
Born Caleb Martin, the Indiana-based rapper’s previous release was a concept album, Corleone: Part II. Inspired by the iconic main character from The Godfather, for the release Calebdoee took on the persona of Don Corleone, exploring themes of gangsters, family, and destiny. The album explores romance as well, and tracks like “Apollonia (Apple Of My Eye)” foreshadow the current single.
With “YOU&ME,” Caleb says he is getting back to himself. He’s writing about his own life, and focused on having fun with music.
He says, “This mixtape was me being able to get back to form, be true to me before I started working on the project and being able to shape my mindset back to just getting back to having fun with music.”
Calebdoee has been releasing music since 2019, when he dropped his first mixtape, Few Know. On that record he worked with engineer T-Zank, with whom he teamed up again on the current single and EP. “Zank” has been a strong creative partner for Calebdoee, not only engineering but also mixing, mastering, and co-producing tracks.
The 29-year-old rapper first got turned on to music production while taking an audio engineering class in high school. With those production skills, he knew he could build on his high regard for the old school sound of hip hop — think jazz, conscious, and boom-bap subgenres — to create new music that does justice to the artform.
The album art for The Leftovers was created by Caleb’s sister, Kelsey (“ogkillakels”), who does all of the rapper's cover art. He says, “She’s done all my covers; we’ve got years worth of covers. She’s one of the biggest contributors to my music, and I couldn’t be more thankful for my sister.”
As Calebdoee keeps building momentum in the Midwest hip hop scene, “YOU&ME” is a showcase for both his musical talents and his personality. With a music video and live performances on deck for this summer, things are heating up quickly for Calebdoee and his new recordings.
“YOU&ME” is out now with promotional support from Starlight PR. Follow Calebdoee at the links below.
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WASHINGTON, D.C., DMV artist Mohan is stepping into a sharper, more cinematic era with the release of his latest single, “Hitman.” Fueled by hypnotic melodies, booming trap production, and an unmistakable confidence, the track captures the rising artist’s ability to turn raw energy into an immersive listening experience. Built around atmospheric production and hard-hitting flows, “Hitman” places Mohan directly in his zone; focused, untouchable, and fully locked into his vision.
From the opening line, “Big body Maybach parked inna zone,” Mohan creates a world that feels icy, intense, and larger than life. The song blends melodic trap influences with layered vocals and sharp lyrical delivery, balancing aggression with a smooth, almost trance-like rhythm. Throughout the record, Mohan leans into themes of pressure, ambition, self-made success, and tunnel vision, all while maintaining the cool, composed presence that defines the track’s identity.
Representing the DMV, Mohan has been steadily developing his sound since first making beats at just 14 years old. Long before stepping into the spotlight as a rapper and vocalist, he was already studying production and understanding how melodies and instrumentals could shape emotion. That background continues to influence his creative process today, allowing him to approach songs with a producer’s ear and an artist’s instinct.
Rather than focusing heavily on storytelling, Mohan prioritizes mood and atmosphere. His music is designed to make listeners feel something first, whether it’s adrenaline, confidence, reflection, or escape. On “Hitman,” that intention comes through clearly. The record moves like a late-night drive through city lights, balancing luxury-driven imagery with the hunger and discipline of an artist still pushing toward bigger goals.
“Anything is possible if you work for it,” Mohan explains when speaking about the mindset behind the song. “That feeling of motivation and adrenaline kicking in, that’s what I want listeners to take away from it.”
The single also highlights Mohan’s attention to sonic detail. While crafting “Hitman,” he spent extensive time perfecting the mix, even testing and mastering the song through different speakers, including in his car, to ensure the sound matched the vision in his head. That dedication to creating a polished and immersive experience can be heard throughout the track, from the layered ad-libs to the transitions that shift the energy between verses.
As one of the standout records from his project Checklist, “Hitman” represents where Mohan currently stands artistically. While parts of the project reflect earlier stages of his creative journey, the single serves as a statement of growth, confidence, and evolution. It’s a glimpse into the sound he plans to continue building moving forward.
With hypnotic production, cinematic energy, and a clear sense of identity, “Hitman” positions Mohan as an artist carving his own lane within modern melodic trap. As he continues expanding his reach and experimenting across genres, the DMV native proves he’s not just chasing momentum, he’s building something lasting.
Mohan is a melodic trap and hip-hop artist from the DMV known for crafting atmospheric, hypnotic, and hard-hitting music driven by energy and emotion. Starting as a beat producer at 14 before transitioning into rapping and singing, he developed a style built around layered melodies, immersive production, and instinctive creativity. His music explores themes of ambition, relationships, pain, and self-growth while pulling listeners into emotionally charged soundscapes designed to feel both reflective and empowering.
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