MMG’s latest single is currently in heavy rotation on your FM dial. Recently, the video for it was shot and here’s a look of the Dayo-directed clip from Dre Films. Wale’s Ambition coming soon. Self Made in stores now.
As promised, Jermaine gives us another collection of new music, and this time its 3 unreleased tracks. After the cut, check out the stories behind each as well as the download link. Last Week: #1
DJ Kast One was doing his daily mix earlier tonight and premiered a new remix from Banks in which he throws a few bars over French Montana’s song, “Shot Caller”. jd
After the Los Angeles Angels’ 5-1 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Friday, Luda helped the team celebrate their 50th anniversary with a performance. Above he recites his track, “My Chick Bad”. His upcoming mixtape, 1.21 GigaWatts and album Ludaversal coming soon. 57thave
Mistah F.A.B. makes headlines of his own by letting his raps flow straight off the dome over Drake’s latest single. Like what you’re hearing? Well Liberty Forever is coming soon. sermon
Meek Mill’s inspirations are up in smoke for the cover art of his upcoming mixtape, hosted by DJ Drama. See if they come to reality when it drops August 11. Maybach Music. hhs1987
Get your “Lighters” up. Ha!
In search for some new Def Squad music? Well here’s a dope cut from the Green Eyed Bandit featuring Meth and Reggie. No telling where this is from, but hopefully we can expect more.
Diamond’s ex and the Trill O.G. got money on their mind for their new collaboration. Off Lil Scrappy’s Tha Merlo Jonez EP hosted by DJ Smallz, which drops Tuesday. tnt
Drugs? Boi, stop! Earlier today, Big Boi was arrested in Miami on various drug charges. He was charged with one count of possession of drug paraphernalia and three counts of possession of a controlled substance, which included ecstasy and Viagra pills. He’s being held on $16,000 bond. UPDATE: Out on bail, fresh out of jail. UPDATE 2: Statement via lawyer, Daniel Kane. While BIG BOI was traveling with his group and friends, a small amount of contraband was found in the […]
Great breakdown of Statik Selektah’s *Round Trip*! Honestly, this 2023 Mass Appeal release is pure boom-bap bliss from start to finish. Statik really outdid himself with those smooth, jazzy sample flips and turntable scratches, creating the exact kind of laid-back, golden-era hip-hop vibe you want playing in the background while relaxing at Denmark holiday cottages over a quiet weekend. The guest list alone is stacked—having legends like Posdnous kicking things off on the opener "Round Trip (For Dave)" alongside heavy hitters like Method Man, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, and Inspectah Deck on "Unpredictable" makes every track feel like a proper event. Even the newer-school features like Benny the Butcher, Conway the Machine, and Joey Bada$$ fit effortlessly over the dusty, soulful production without a single wasted verse. Definitely one of his most cohesive projects in years and an easy front-to-back spin for anyone who appreciates real hip-hop craftsmanship.