¡Mayday!

Mayday's recent collaboration with rapper Murs has been one of the most soulful combinations in recent hip hop history. Mayday has this ingenious style that feels like a mix of old school hip hop with rhythmic drum patterns and ensemble vocal lines - they execute their music perfectly, and the addition of Murs has given them an even more engaging street sound.

Seeing them perform with Murs at Colorado Springs a few days ago felt like the beginning of a new era for the group. They were pumped about the new combination, and their music was even better than the grassroots sound they had been showcasing earlier on in their career. What feels great about Mayday is their relaxed attitude to their fans - they talked to the crowd, joked around about the way one girl was screaming in support, they chatted about how great it was to be working with Murs.

They're just some guys looking to create some awesome tunes, and they know it. They've had some amazing experiences with artists like Lil Wayne and Tech N9ne, with a fan base that grows after every hit track, most recently, and notably, 'Badlands'. They keep proving that their music has what it takes to make it big.