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Debut Album from Jo Munny, "For My Brother" Released!

Jo Munny's debut album "For My Brother" mixes a blend of Old School soulful Hip-Hop with hard lyrics and the street smart observations of a man with a mind on his goals, his family, his future and slapping that ass with heavy rhymes over top of sparkling productions provided by some of the hottest underground producers doing it today!

Hugo To Perform at GNV No Borders Fest 2019

No Borders! No Wall!
Join Connect the Dots and DION DIA bring forth a radical celebration... NO BORDERS FEST!
No Borders Fest is the official 2019 Fight Toxic Prisons Convergence opening party.

No Borders Fest celebrates diversity and radicalism. The night will include a radical organizer zine fair. The party will continue with live music with performances by Hugo $anchez, La Marea Vuelve, Mike Africa, and Villainus. To wrap it all up, live DJs and Silent Disco will take over the house, featuring geexella, Hilt Productions, and Juntos.

~El pueblo unido jamás será vencido~

WGOT Connect The Dots Interview w/ Hugo About Criminal Justice Reform

Hugo joins WGOT Connect The Dots for a discussion on criminal justice reform and minority representation in media.

Hugo Announces New Album "Gaslighting With Burp Stackarack"

Two hot new singles off the upcoming "Gaslighting With Burp Stackarack".

Produced by KEV//BOT & Cordova respectively. Infectious, old school, R&B grooves and blasting hooks that will have you swaying to distorted vocals and heavy atmospherics. Enjoy.

End your semester right with Swamp Records' Fall Fest! Join us for a night filled with live music, great food and good vibes! We promise it'll be fire, even if the weather is a little ice-y.

Venmo "SwampRecords" $12 to for presale tickets or pay at the door while supplies last. There is a $3 charge for under 21 at the door. The event is 16+.

"The vulnerability of it. The art of it all. Hugo $anchez is truly an artist. The way he writes and delivers his message is nothing but just absolute over-the-top talent."

Spice up your fall and join Changeville Music Festival in our first fall event with live music beginning from 6PM at Swamp City Gallery & Lounge!

The event will showcase artists Hugo $anchez w/ DJ Mellow Blendz & Holden Howard. Hope to see ya there!

Hugo Performs at the Atlantic w/ Other GNV Hip-Hop Favorites!

Friday, July 6th

Danny Pynes returns to The Atlantic

with special guests:
NostroDonny
Hugo $anchez
Harvey & Whistle

Doors open at 9pm

Hugo Performing at Swamp Records Showcase 2018

"Save the date for Swamp Records fifth annual Showcase on Thursday, April 26 at one of the best venues in town, Heartwood Soundstage!

We're ecstatic to bring to Gainesville new artists, while still highlighting our favorite local acts. Expect food options from Off The Griddle and Dank Cakes, vendors, and other exciting features!

Tickets are $8 in advance, and $10 at the door. To avoid the Eventbrite fee, reach out to your favorite Swamp Records member!"

LVL To The Room Artist Feature: Hugo $anchez

"From his flow, to his beats, to his lyrical content he is the whole package. Hugo $anchez’s music is a full on head nodder! The kind of rare artist that makes you just want to close your eyes, hit the blunt one more time and bob your head back and forth. The rare kind of rhythm master that makes the party quiet down so everyone can listen to the lyrics better."

Hugo & Robzilla Perform at Sofar Sounds Gainesville Edition

Hugo & DJ Robzilla rock the house for The Gainesville edition of Sofar sounds as the first GNV Hip-Hop act to be featured on Sofar. Watch live video of "Brown Privilege" off the "Bad Hombres" Album.

Hugo Opens for Bounce Icon Big Freedia

This should be another one for the books, fam! New Orleans Bounce music legend Big Freedia is coming to Florida and it is going down on March 28th! Don't come unless you ready to bounce, bih!

Rushala's New Album "False Alarm" Released

From the Los Angeles based solo artist Rushala comes the third full-length LP "False Alarm." Combining the growling distorted guitars of Queens of the Stone Age with the catchy hooks of early 2000's pop-punk, Rushala weaves together a tale of lust and loss in the City of Angels.

Joined by frequent collaborator David Bell of Dikembe and featuring the guest vocals of LA-based crooner Jenna Cunningham, Austin-based musician Cordova, and Florida-based MC/Vocalist Hugo $anchez, "False Alarm" is a national collaboration that will surprise and delight.

"Bad Hombres" Named Best Hip-Hop of the Month by BandCamp

"The best MC name of the month pays respect to an iconic ’80s Mexican soccer player.

Hugo $anchez represents the underground Fort Lauderdale scene with a style that fuses a boom-bap mentality with melodic G-funk touches."

Nostrodonny Drops New Album "But Who's to Judge"

Nostrodonny Drops his new album along with collaborator Justin Seip. Dope music and lyrics from a visionary mind.

New Album "Bad Hombres" OUT NOW

A collection of songs created in collaboration with some of Hugo's favorite Florida MC's. Isloh's thick, sparkly production. Cordova's warm, boom-bap and Denhead's spacey, slow grooves provide for an eclectic and unique soundscape that is like no other in underground Hip-Hop.

Hugo @ Changeville Fest w/ Princess Nokia

Hugo is performing at this year's Changeville fest right here in Gainesville, Florida alongside kickass feminist Hip-Hop icon Princess Nokia! Hot off the heels of her brilliant 1992 Deluxe album, this show is gonna be lit af. Get tix below!!!

Johnny Rhino Drops The Cruddy EP's

Hugo and Rhino have collaborated to make 2 new boom-bap EP's! Recorded and engineered by Hugo with production by forenzik.stylez, Shawn Wayne, Jus Ripe, DJ Robzilla and Cordova!

Lil Tony Danza Music Video Out

Official Music Video for "Lil Tony Danza". A sensational track incorporating a sticky, tasty beat by DJ Robzilla. A Loving homage to old school hip-hop that punches you in the head with bars and then makes you sway with a wet hook. A VHS aesthetic that evokes an era that was colorful and earthy. Puff, puff, pass yall.

Hugo Opens For Raekwon

The rumors have been confirmed. Sources have learned that smooth ass Indian Stepdad Hugo $anchez is in fact opening for legendary Wu-Tang member Raekwon the Chef in Gainesville, Fl. on July 29th. @ The High Dive.

Show is expected to be lit af. Fans of real shit need only hit up Hugo $anchez for tix to this life changing event that is sure to soil many an underoo for years to come. Tix $22.

Lil Tony Danza Album Out

A true labor of love. A romantic vision of the dusty 90's sound dripping in smoky atmosphere. 11 tracks of relentlessly groovy fuego. Guest appearances by local legends Jus Marx, Lilac Jones, Masson O'Konner, Nostrodonny & Younguyen. Production by boom bap giants such as Cordova, DJ Robzilla, Isloh, & mLLkrte. 

Hugo Opens for Hip-Hop Legend KRS-One

Hugo & Rushala light up the stage opening for Hip-Hop Legend KRS-One alongside some of the best GNV Hip-Hop talent.

Young Hookers Discography Now Available on Detective Collective

Young Hookers Discography is now Available. Swag Rock magic combining all the best elements of Blues, Metal, R&B, Soul & Pop.

A true super group Featuring Hugo $anchez on lead vocals, Rushala's virtuoso guitar skills, David Bell (of Dikembe) on drums, and Hip-Hop production genius Cordova (of Ancient River) on bass.

Hugo Opens for New Orleans Mixtape Legend Curren$y

Hugo makes his debut opening for Curren$y the Hot Spitta and gets featured in The Independent Alligator for his first front page cover story. Check out the "Press" page for the full article!

Hugo Drops The Rich Smoothe & Uncle Phil EP's

Hugo and the squad drop 2 hot EP's simultaneously! 2 distinct pieces of work that serve to showcase our love for old school Hip-Hop and G-Funk with a modern twist. Including beats by Cordova, guest verses by Lilac Jones and Joe Mello.

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Who tf is Detective Collective?

We are a collective of working Musicians, Artists, DJ/Producers, Singer/Songwriters, and MC/Lyricists. Our members are primarily based out of Florida, California, and Texas. Make art, get sun, and repeat.

Affiliated acts currently include: Producers Cordova, David Bell, Isloh & DJ Robzilla. Independant Singer/songwriter Rushala, Hard Rock band Young Hookers, and politically charged MC Hugo $anchez.

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