Remember chill-out rooms? These relaxation chambers swelled with G-rated atmospherics and equally harmless beats perfect for those suffering from post-MDMA stress disorder. Well, Rickedee not only continues this musical tradition, but also transports your electro third eye to a sunrise soiree on the shores of Ibiza.

Maybe it is true that all that glitters is gold. Take Melina Jones for instance--this Bay Area born and raised hip-hop chanteuse can rap, sing, bust poetry, and play a variety of instruments. All this is steeped in an air of wisdom and class that is sorely missing from today's universe of female artists.

R. K. Thornwell is an artist who lives and works in Providence, Rhode Island. His records span many genres. He used to be a member The Sharp Guns and Pilgrim, and is still a member of both Spookyhorse [US] and Larry and the Interns.

All too often neo-true-school rap crews rely on their ideals more than their beats and rhymes. Not Dead-Neto. This Southern Cali duo damages the one-twos and delivers lyrics hardy enough to devour with a fork. Whether you're sun baked or hard edged, Dead-Neto will turn your party out.