Month: July 2017

Jay-Z Talks About His Father’s Trials & Tribulations In “Adnis” Footnotes [WATCH]

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Jay-Z continues to unveil footnotes for the singles on his critically-acclaimed ‘4:44’ album. Having already shared more than half of the footnotes, Hov moves forward with “Adnis.” As you may know “Adnis” is a bonus cut off the album.

“Adnis” is inspired by Hov’s estranged father, Adnis Reeves. On the footnotes he reflects on his dad’s lifes and discusses his father’s trials and tribulations, while looking at things through Adnis’ scope.

“When you look at it through that scope, through that lens, you don’t look at it in such a harsh view,” says Hov. “You look at it like, ‘Man, life fucked you up. I’m sorry that happened to you. I wish you would have told me. I wish you could have said something to me. I could have helped you.”

Along with Jay, the Adnis footnotes includes additional commentary from Chris Rock, Mahershala Ali, Will Smith, Bill Burr, Mack Wilds, DJ Khaled, and Kevin Hart, who all share their own stories of their fathers.

Watch below.

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IamSu Drops Two New Singles & Video [PEEP]

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HBK Gang continues to relentlessly put the bay area on the map while collectively showcasing their skills. P-Lo has one of the hottest albums out with ‘More Than Anything’ and IamSu just dropped two new slappers, where he flashes his hyperactive flow over crazy, hyphy production.

The first single “It’s Only One Way” has Heartbreak Suzy spitting about his “best of all-time flow” over a bouncy production that brings the flow to life. “It’s a new race and a new space / Had to jump ship, make a great  escape / I’m the fuckin’ GOAT, but I’m not the scape / At my wedding day Im’a cut the cake,” raps Su.

Listen below.

https://soundcloud.com/iamsu/its-only-one-way

On the second single “Pure Feeling,” Su raps about good vibes and coming up. Listen to the new single by watching the HBK Gadget-directed video below. The clip shows Su mobbing around the town and dancing outside The Fox Theater. In other news, Su has rescheduled his homecoming show “IAMSUMMER” at The Fox to September 9th. Purchase tickets here.

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New Music: Ugly God – “No Lies” Feat. Wiz Khalifa [LISTEN]

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Ugly God’s debut album, ‘The Booty Tape’ has been delayed several times. The 2017 XXL Freshman shared the track list last week and now he’s taking it a step further by releasing a new collaboration off the album with Wiz Khalifa called “No Lie.”

“Ain’t no rush, take your time be patient / Tell the truth, save them lies goodness gracious / Lizard man, Ugly God pussy bakin’ / Booty gang, underground sensation,” raps Ugly God on the self-produced track.

Set to drop this Friday, August 4th, the debut album will also include “Bitch!” and “Water,” which Ugly God made a splash with and even charted at No. 80 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Listen to the new single below and also peep the full track list for ‘The Booty Tape’ below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiV0hOAr3Co

‘THE BOOTY TAPE’ TRACKLISTING

1. “Welcome to the Booty Tape” (prod. by Ugly God)
2. “Stop Smoking Black & Milds” (prod. by Ugly God)
3. “I’m a Nasty Hoe” (prod. by Ugly God)
4. “I’m Tryna Fuck” (prod. by Ugly God)
5. “Fuck Ugly God” (Ugly God Diss) [prod. by PARISVVS]
6. “No Lies” feat. Wiz Khalifa
7. “Bitch!” (prod. by Ugly God)
8. “LDC (Little Dick Clique)” (prod. by Ugly God)
9. “Like a Maverick” (prod. by HM Surf)
10.”Water” (prod. by Ugly God)

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New Video: SZA – “Supermodel” [LISTEN]

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Last night SZA’s “Supermodel” single received placement in HBO’s latest episode of “Insecure.” To celebrate the victory, the TDE songstress dropped the visuals for her ‘Ctrl.’ single.

In the Nabil-directed enchanted video, SZA struts around a magical forest wearing ‘Ctrl.’ panties, a see-through blouse, and a robe. On her journey she encounters fairies, who worship her and blow her kisses, before they all shoot fake guns and explosives at her ex.

Issa Rae who acts, writes, and is the executive producer of “Insecure,” tweeted that she heard “Supermodel” prior to the album’s release and “was in LOVEEEE,” adding that, “Lowkey the whole album could be on the show. #InsecureHBO.”

SZA responded on Twitter and displayed her appreciation in a Tweet where she wrote, “this means so much to me I wanna say more but i fear I’m peaking on thirst™ lol I’m just so thankful..I really prayed and dreamed of this.”

Watch the video below.

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New Music: French Montana – “Unforgettable (Latin Remix)” Feat. Swae Lee & J Balvin [LISTEN]

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French Montana puts on for Latinos with a “Latin Remix” of his chart-topping single, “Unforgettable.” With assistance from Colombian superstar, J Balvin, French celebrates the songs success, as J puts his Spanish touch on it with a spanglish verse and recreates the hook in Spanish.

“Lo siento cuando bailamos, mami / Seduciendome con tu body,” sings Balvin.

“Unforgettable” is French’s highest-charting single ever and is now listed at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100. The single has also helped propel Montana’s ‘Jungle Rules’ album, which debuted at No. 3 next week.

Listen to the “Latin Remix” below.

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New Music: Kodak Black – “Boost My Ego” Feat. Future [LISTEN]

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Over the weekend, Kodak Black delivered the first single off his upcoming ‘Project Baby 2’ project. “Boost My Ego” adds hype to the already anticipated project, as Kodak connects with Future to formulate a banger over a track he co-produced with Wheezy.

Listen below.

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Check Out The Full Playlist From Yesterday’s #LEAKSHOW On Shade 45 [PEEP]

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Another LIT show yesterday on the Shade 45 #LEAKSHOW. This week we had an opening set from B-Eazy, Gabe C, and Beatdrop filling in for Nitrane, who is on the “For Your Eyez Only Tour.” Check out the full playlist below.

B-Eazy The DJ
YG x LA Leakers Freestyle
AD ft OT Genasis – Basic
21 Savage – Nothing New
Bankroll Fresh – M.O.B.
BIG KRIT – Party Tonight
Mac Miller Curr – Money Shot
Drake – Everything
YG ft. Drake Kamaiyah – Why You Always Hatin
Nipsey Hussle ft. Mozzy -Ain’t Hard Enough
Mozzy ft. Blac Youngsta & Nef The Pharoah – Look At Me Now
LNDN DRGZ – On Sight
RJ – OMG
Problem – My Squad
Jay 305 ft. Joe Moses – Thuggin
DJ Mustard ft. YG Ty Dolla Sign – Been A Long Time
BG Perico – Bacc Forth
Dom Kennedy – Word Around Town
Jay Rock x LA Leakers – Freestyle
LA Leakers – SUCIO

DJ Gabe C
LNDN DRGS – Susan
G Perico – Checc My Staccs (Feat. Polyester)
P LO – Put Me On Somethin’ (Feat. E-40)
AD & Jay Nari – Call (Feat. K Camp)
Tee Grizzley – From The D To The A (Feat. Lil Yachty)
24HRS – Madonna (Feat. DWN2EARTH)
NAV & Metro Boomin’ – Call Me
Sahbii – Pull Up With a Stick
9. SchoolBoy Q – Neva CHange (Feat. SZA)
SZA – Love Galore (Feat. Travis Scott)
Vince Valentine – CRU (Feat. 5Mil)

DJ Beatdrop
LA Leakers – SUCIO
Dom Kennedy – Type of Party
21 Savage – Bank Account
Yo Gotti – Rake It Up
Meek Mill – Glow up
French Montana – A Lie
Ty Dolla – Love U Better
Problem – Better Watch Yourself
RJ – Is It Mine
LA Leakers – SUCIO

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Kendrick Lamar & Rihanna Are Crime Partners In The Video For “LOYALTY.” [WATCH]

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Kendrick Lamar and Rihanna play their parts as the modern-day Bonnie and Clyde in the video for Dot’s ‘DAMN.’ single, “LOYALTY.”

Shot in Los Angeles and co-directed by Dave Meyers and the little homies, the video displays different symbolism around the title of the song. It begins with a blindfolded K. Dot, who is stabbed by his girlfriend in a hotel room.

From there Kung-Fu Kenny remains attached to Rihanna, as the duo commit various crimes, run several scams, and go for the money.

This video is released in the midst of Kendrick Lamar’s “DAMN. Tour” first leg. Two nights ago he brought out J. Cole in Detroit and last night he brought out Chance The Rapper in Chicago. Watch it below.

Watch the video for “ELEMENT.”

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New Music: Migos & Young Thug – “Clientele” [LISTEN]

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Fellow ATLiens, Migos and Young Thug click up on their newest collaboration “Clientele.” Spearheaded by a banging bass line, the banger is co-produced by Zaytoven and Metro Boomin’, who have proved they’re a force to be reckoned with on any track.

Without further ado, press play below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Akx-E9t0tps

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Amine Delivers Freshman Album ‘Good For You’ [STREAM]

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It’s already been a pretty successful year for Washington’s Aminé, who was named a member of the 2017 XXL Freshman class back in June. Looking to keep his winning streak alive, Aminé delivers his debut album, ‘Good For You’.

A solid listing of 15-tracks is made up of features from Ty Dolla $ign on “Veggies,” Nelly on “Yellow,” Offset on “Wedding Crashers,” Kehlani on “Heebiejeebies,” and Charlie Wilson on “Dakota.”

“I don’t really think much of any songs I put out,”modestly said Aminé. “I mean, I think they’re good, that’s why I’m putting them out, but like, I don’t ever try to expect anything. Even with ‘Caroline’ or ‘REDMERCEDES,’ I just kind of put them out and people gravitate towards them. I guess that’s pretty cool and it’s a blessing.”

Stream below.

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Vic Mensa Releases Highly-Anticipated Debut Album ‘The Autobiography’ [STREAM]

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Opening up about personal issues and lashing out against name-sayers, while tackling social issues is what Vic Mensa does on his highly-anticipated album, ‘The Autobiography’.

As the new breed of Roc-A-Fella (Now Roc Nation), Vic Mensa delivers his 15-track debut album with tantalizing songs and a punch-packing list of collaborators consisting of Pharrell, Pusha-T, Weezer, Ty Dolla $ign, The-Dream, and Saul Williams.

“This album is really my blood, sweat, and tears, and everything that I’ve learned up to this point in life,” explained Vic about the album. “I kinda had to go through a lot of different things to even be able to put this album down on wax.”

Executive produced by the combination of No I.D. and Jay-Z, Vic revealed that Hov, who called the Chicago rapper “a once in a lifetime artists,” also helped pick every single on the album.

“He was instrumental in helping me pick the records that were going to make it and some of the lyrical content,” he explained, “and just helping me to mold the shape of the story to make sure that it pushes along and that it takes you on a journey.”

Stream ‘The Autobiography’ below.

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YG Feeds The Streets With Two New Singles [LISTEN]

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YG let’s go of two new bangers with non-radio friendly single “Fuck It Up” and “YNS” featuring Blac Youngsta and YFN Lucci. Both records will surely rock in the clubs and in the streets, as his last single “Pop It Shake It” did.

It’s a known fact that YG is currently working on his next album, ‘Just Re’d Up 3: Know Your Worth’, which will be executive produced by DJ Mustard. However, it is not known whether any of these two new singles will appear on it.

Either way listen to both “Fuck It Up” and “YNS” below.

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