Wednesday, May 29, 2013
MUSIC: Don't Forget - Sir Michael Rocks [@SirMichaelRocks]
The latest release from Sir Michael Rocks's upcoming project, While You Wait, which drops tomorrow. Stream/download below. Produced by The Freshmen.
NEWS: Andre 3000's Mother, Sharon Benjamin-Hodo, Passes
According to Billboard, Andre 3000's mother, Sharon Benjamin-Hodo, has passed away. Although the cause of death is unconfirmed, a representative from 3000's team confirmed the Hip-Hop icon's mother passed away this past Monday on 3000's 38th birthday. My condolences are sent to the Benjamin family and I hope that they have a speedy recovery. Hit the jump for more on the story.
VIDEO: Earf*cked - Alex Wiley [@Alex_Wiley]
Off of his upcoming mixtape, Club Wiley, which drops June 4th.
NEWS: Miguel Says "Black People Are the Most Judgmental People in the World" [@MiguelUnlimited]
Haha seems like some Black people really pissed Miguel off recently. In a rant on twitter, Miguel claims "Black people are the most judgmental people in the world" before defending his statement. Something tells me this has to do with the response Miguel received after kicking a fan in the head during the Billboard awards. Anyway, hit the jump to read the entire rant. It's definitely worth a few moments of your time.
MUSIC: Word Is Bond (prod. Statik Selektah) - Joey Bada$$ [@joeyBADASS_ @StatikSelekt]
Joey Bada$$ spits over Statik Selektah's production to create "Word Is Bond," which serves as the first single from his upcoming Summer Nights EP. Stream/download "Word Is Bond" below and pick up Summer Nights on June 12th.
MUSIC: Over - Dice Raw [@DICERAW]
"[Jimmies Book] is an outline of my life at age 11 to 16, where the block was everything to me. Where I pretty much learned what I know today far as street smarts and my view of the world at that point."
MUSIC: Almost Home Freestyle - Kid Ink [@Kid_Ink]
Kid Ink liberates a freestyle in celebration of the release of his EP, Almost Home, which is in stores now. Stream/download below.
VIDEO: Life + Times Interviews Trinidad James [5/28/13] [@TrinidadJamesGG]
Rapper Trinidad James breaks down his namesake West Indian roots over his favorite meal--Trinidadian doubles--at Anil's Roti Shop in Richmond Hill, Queens.
MUSIC: Give It 2 You [Jordan Knight Cover] - Kilo Kish [@kilokish]
Kilo Kish does a cover of Jordan Knight's 1999 Single "Give It 2 You" with help from Caleb Stone on the boards. Stream/download below.
MUSIC: Put My Life On It (feat. Oba Rowland) - Key Wane [@Key_Wane @ObaRowland]
Key Wane recruits Oba Rowland for his most recent single, "Put My Life On It." Be on the lookout for Wane's upcoming project, A Little Something for Everybody, on June 3rd. Stream/download below.
Monday, May 27, 2013
MUSIC: Ways of a G - Chase N. Cashe [@ChaseNCashe]
Chase N. Cashe liberates a freebie for the masses to enjoy. Featuring Dusty McFly and produced by I.N.F.O. & Nova. Stream below.
MUSIC: B*tch Don't Kill My Vibe [Remix] (feat. Emeli Sande) - Kendrick Lamar [@KendrickLamar @emelisande]
MUSIC: Goosebumpz - Mac Miller [@MacMiller]
Mac Miller liberates a bonus track from his upcoming album, Watching Movies with the Sound Off, which drops on June 18th. Produced by Diplo.
MUSIC: Comfort Inn Ending - Jhené Aiko [@JheneAiko]
Jhené Aiko releases another track that has solidified my love for her. Produced by No I.D. Souled Out coming soon. Stream/download "Comfort Inn Ending" below.
MUSIC: Respect Ya Passion - Nipsey Hussle [@NipseyHussle]
Nipsey Hussle liberates the BINK! produced track, "Respect Ya Passion." His upcoming project, The Marathon 3: Victory Lap, is coming soon. Stream "Respect Ya Passion" below.
MUSIC: I.D.G.A.F. (feat. Pharrell) - Mike Posner [@Pharrell @MikePosner]
Mike Posner collaborates with Pharrell Williams to create "I.D.G.A.F." Stream below. Sky High coming soon.
Sunday, May 26, 2013
NEWS: Trinidad James Explains His Ignorance in Rap [@TrinidadJamesGG]
In a recent interview with XXL, Trinidad James explained why he raps about "hoes and drugs." Apparently, to no ones surprise, he claimed he does it in order to sell. Hit the jump to read the entire excerpt and hit the comments section for your opinion on the matter. No wonder why James doesn't sound as ignorant as he raps in his interviews.
NEWS: Singer TQ Reveals Lil Wayne & Birdman Kissed "Constantly" But "Wasn't Homosexual" [@LilTunechi @BIRDMAN5STAR]
This is hardly news. However, it's probably the funniest thing I've read all day. According to Singer TQ, Lil Wayne and Birdman kissed all the time. Yet, it wasn't seen as homosexual. This story has resurfaced several times since the picture in the bottom right corner was taken but this is by far the most fulfilling of them all. Hit the jump to read TQ's official statement regarding Tunechi and Birdman's kisses. That even sounds weird.
MUSIC: Been Around the World (prod. Harry Fraud) - Max B, French Montana & Daft Punk [@MaxBiggavelli @FrencHMonTanA @HarryFraud]
Harry Fraud brings together verses from Max B and French Montana and samples from Daft Punk to create, "Been Around the World." Produced by Harry Fraud. Stream/download below.
MUSIC: Pour It Up [Remix] (feat. 2 Chainz) - Rihanna [@2Chainz @rihanna]
VIDEO: Kendrick Lamar, A$AP Rocky, J. Cole & Iggy Azalea Perform at BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend [@KendrickLamar @AsvpXRocky @JColeNC @IGGYAZALEA]
Kendrick, A$AP, J. Cole, & Iggy perform at BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend. Each artist had a 5-6 song set. Peep the highlights from each set after the jump. Seems like their performances were pretty live. Hit the jump to peep each artist hit the stage.
Saturday, May 25, 2013
MUSIC: Levels - Meek Mill [@MeekMill]
Meek Mill raps over Cardo's original to create, "Levels." Stream below. Enjoy!
MUSIC: Karate Chop [Remix] - Wiz Khalifa [@WizKhalifa]
Wiz Khalifa remixes Future's original for producer Metro Boomin's mixtape, 19 and Boomin. Stream/download Wiz's remix below. 19 and Boomin coming soon.
MUSIC: Hell of a Night - Schoolboy Q [@ScHoolBoyQ]
Schoolboy Q collabs with Dahi Beats, producer of Kendrick Lamar's "Money Trees," to deliver "Hell of a Night." Definitely a good track to bump during summer 2013. Stream/download below. Oxymoron coming soon.
MUSIC: Till We Meet Again (R.I.P. Frogg) - The Game [@thegame]
The Game recently lost one of his friends, Frogg, to gun violence. Today, he commemorates his friend, Frogg, with a new track. Stream/download below.
NEWS: Yeezus [Album Artwork] - Kanye West [@KanyeWest]
Kanye West's official artwork for his upcoming album, Yeezus, which drops June 18th. It's Yeezy season!
Friday, May 24, 2013
VIDEO: Ray J On The Breakfast Club [5/24/13] [@RayJ]
Ray J stops by the Breakfast Club and talks Bad Girls Club Season premiere, his classic Breakfast Club rant, and his lead single, "I Hit It First."
MUSIC: #IDGAF [Mixtape] - Ludacris [@Ludacris]
Ludacris drops #IDGAF just in time for Memorial Day weekend. Features include Young Jeezy, French Montana, Mac Miller, Pusha T, and more. Production includes Metro Boomin, DJ Mustard, Bangladesh, and more. Stream/download below.
MUSIC: War Room (feat. Chris Rivers & Vinnie Paz) - Styles P [@OnlyChrisRivers @vinnie_paz @therealstylesp]
Styles P liberates a new track featuring Vinnie Paz and Big Pun's son, Chris Rivers. Produced by Brolic Beats. Stream/download "War Room" below.
Thursday, May 23, 2013
MUSIC: Droptops [EP] - Chuck Inglish [@Chuckisdope]
Chuck Inglish liberates, Droptops, the prelude to his upcoming album Convertibles. The 9-track project is produced entirely by Chuck Inglish and features Travis Scott, Asher Roth, and more. Hit the jump to listen/download the entire project.
MUSIC: The H (The Lost Album Vol.1) [Album] - Birdman & Rick Ross [@BIRDMAN5STAR @rickyrozay]
Birdman and Rick Ross release their collaborative album, The H, which was originally supposed to drop in 2008. Features include Kevin Rudolf, Mack Maine, and Gudda and is hosted by DJ Khaled. Hit the jump to listen/download the 11-track project.
NEWS: Chance the Rapper to Join Macklemore & Ryan Lewis On Tour [@ChanceTheRapper]
Chance the Rapper just announced via twitter that he will be joining Macklemore and Ryan Lewis on their European leg of their tour. Sounds like this tour is going to be a fun one. Hit the jump to peep the rest of the tour dates. Salute!
MUSIC: Guild (feat. Mac Miller) - Earl Sweatshirt [@MacMiller @earlxsweat]
Earl Sweatshirt connects with Mac Miller in preparation for his upcoming LP, Doris. Stream/download "Guild" below. Doris coming soon.
MUSIC: The Man (Documentary) [Part 1] - The-Dream
The-Dream partners up with Noisey to release the first part of his documentary, The Man. In part 1, The-Dream talks about growing up in North Carolina, how tough life was after his mother passed from cancer, his kids, and more. Stream part 1 above and listen to his upcoming album, IV Play, here.
MUSIC: Love Me Long Time (feat. Future) - Fat Joe [@1Future @FatJoe]
Fat Joe recruits Future for his latest single. I am not sure what project this is expected to be on. But, if you're feeling it, buy it on iTunes here.
MUSIC: Muddy (feat. Young Dolph & Young Scooter) - Gucci Mane [@YoungDolph @1YOUNGSCOOTER @gucci1017]
The latest track from Gucci Mane's Trap House III, which is available now on Amazon.
MUSIC: U.O.E.N.O. [Remix] - Black Hippy [@BlackHippy]
Black Hippy remixes Rocko's original. I was a little too pumped when I found out about this track. However, after listening to it, they lived up to the hype. Stream/download below.
MUSIC: I'm Out (feat. Nicki Minaj) - Ciara [@NickiMinaj @ciara]
The first single from Ciara's upcoming self-titled album, which drops on July 9th via Epic Records. Stream "I'm Out" below and pre-order Ciara's upcoming album here.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
MUSIC: Owl Pharaoh [Mixtape] - Travis Scott [@trvisXX]
Travis Scott releases his highly anticipated mixtape, Owl Pharaoh. Features include James Fauntleroy, A$AP Ferg, Toro Y Moi, Theophilus London, Meek Mill, and more. Hit the jump to stream/download Mr. Scott' 13-track project.
MUSIC: Trill Living 5.0 - Chase N. Cashe [@ChaseNCashe]
VIDEO: Don't Tread On Me (Stop-And-Frisk PSA) - Yasiin Bey [@MosDefOfficial]
Mos Def puts together a compilation of the NYPD's Stop-And-Frisk searches in an effort to raise awareness. For more about the Stop-And-Frisks, go here.
NEWS: Talk A Good Game [Album Artwork + Tracklist] - Kelly Rowland [@KellyRowland]
The official artwork and track-listing for Kelly Rowland's 4th studio album, Talk A Good Game, which drops on June 18th. Features include Beyoncé, Wiz Khalifa, Pusha T, Michelle Williams, and more. Hit the jump to peep the entire track list and buy Talk A Good Game on June 18th. Salute!
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
MUSIC: In A Minute (feat. Ab-Soul & Dash) - Sir Michael Rocks [@abdashsoul @Dash @SirMichaelRocks]
MUSIC: P*ssy (feat. Big Sean & Pusha T) - The-Dream [@BigSean @PUSHA_T]
The-Dream liberatest the latest track from his upcoming album, IV Play, which drops May 28th. Enjoy.
MUSIC: Face the World - Nipsey Hussle [@NipseyHussle]
Nipsey recruits 9th Wonder for his latest release, "Face the World." Stream below.
MUSIC: VXXIXCIII [Mixtape] - Sophisticated [@RappingForDC]
Sophisticated's long awaited mixtape, VXXIXCIII, which dropped last night at midnight. Production includes ZELDUHHLOVE, Joey Morphyne, Sir Meelf, and more. Features include King Sinatra and Paul Gee. Hit the jump to stream/download Sophisticated's latest project. Salute!
Sunday, May 19, 2013
NEWS: Official Title & Release Date for New Kanye West Album [@KanyeWest]
Just two days ago Kanye West previewed his newest release, "New Slaves." Today, Kanye liberates the album title and release date for his upcoming album. Kanye's sixth studio album, Yeezus, will be released on June 18th. Be on the lookout for more info regarding Yeezus soon.
MUSIC: Smoking With My Stylist - Nipsey Hussle [@NipseyHussle]
Nipsey Hussle releases "Smoking With My Stylist" in preparation for his upcoming project, The Marathon: Victory Lap,"which has yet to have a release date. Stream below.
NEWS: Drake on the Set of Anchorman: The Legend Continues [@Drake]
Drake stops by the set of Anchorman: The Legend Continues for presumably a role in the film. If not, he's got one hell of a new hair do haha. With Kanye West also expected to be in it, I can't imagine what tricks director Adam McKay will be pulling throughout the film. Anchorman: The Legend Continues in theaters everywhere on December 20th. Drake's Nothing Was The Same coming soon.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
VIDEO: New Slaves [Williamsburg Premiere] - Kanye West [@KanyeWest]
Kanye West previews his latest track on 66 buildings across the globe. Above is the Williamsburg premiere. Enjoy.
Friday, May 17, 2013
NEWS: Beyoncé & Jay-Z Expecting Second Child [@Beyonce @S_C_]
Looks like Blue Ivy will have some company pretty soon. According to E! News, Beyoncé and Jay-Z are expecting a second child. Hit the jump to read more about the power couple's big news.
VIDEO: A$AP Rocky on Cabbie Presents [@AsvpXRocky]
"Hip hop star A$AP Rocky responds to a tweet from LeBron James, reveals his love for the Chicago Bulls, loses to Snoop Dogg in FIFA 13 and lists rappers: Nas, Eminem, Rick Ross and Drake as athletes."
MUSIC: I Don't Give A F*ck - Ludacris [@Ludacris]
Ludacris releases the latest track from his weekly series. Luda's upcoming mixtape, #IDGAF, drops May 24th. Enjoy Luda's most recent release below.
NEWS: Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Cover Billboard [@macklemore @RyanLewis]
Not too long after making Billboard history, Ryan Lewis and Macklemore cover the magazine's latest edition. Salute!
MUSIC: Woke Up A Millionaire - Master P [@MasterPMiller]
Master P makes an attempt at a comeback with "Woke Up A Millionaire." Not sure where this is headed but hit the comments section if you're feeling it. Enjoy.
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
MUSIC: Can U Dig It (feat. French Montana) - Lloyd Banks [@FrenchMontana @LloydBanks]
Lloyd Banks recruits French Montana for "Can U Dig It." Not sure where this one will end up. Enjoy.
MUSIC: Looks Good With Trouble (feat. Kendrick Lamar) - Solange Knowles [@KendrickLamar @SolangeKnowles]
Solange Knowles recruits Kendrick Lamar for her latest release. Produced by Dev Hynes. Stream below.
MUSIC: Polaroids - Gilbere Forté [@GilbereForte]
Gilbere Forté celebrates 10,000 followers on Soundcloud with new music. His upcoming project, PRAY, drops tomorrow.
MUSIC: Wake Up Show Freestyle - Crooked I [@CrookedIntriago]
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