The Game Releases His Final Album ‘Born 2 Rap’ [STREAM]

West Coast icon whose impressive and substantial legacy is only being added to with every new release, The Game’s appropriately titled and heavily-anticipated album ‘Born 2 Rap’ is here at last.

An expansive effort spanning 24 songs in an homage to Kobe, the Compton kingpin came through with this one. With features from megastars (Ed Sheeran, Chris Brown, 21 Savage), proud Cali representers (Dom Kennedy, D. Smoke, Mozzy, J. Stone), R&B stalwarts (Trey Songz, Bryson Tiller), the late legend Nipsey Hussle and many more, the man born Jayceon Taylor’s final LP is a must-listen.

Stream below.

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New Video: YBN Cordae – “Thanksgiving” [WATCH]

One of the premier up and coming MCs poised for a run at rap’s throne, YBN Cordae’s premier lyricism and potent skill set took 2019 by storm.

Fresh off multiple well-deserved Grammy nomination, the DMV representative he’s dropped off the visuals for “Thanksgiving,” a standout from his summer project.

Showing off some wit and acting chops, Cordae’s latest clip finds him introducing the apple of his eye to his fam at November’s premier holiday, before her Instagram exploits are discovered.

Watch below.

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New Music: City Girls – “You Tried It” [LISTEN]

A force to be reckoned with that packs a punch of power with scorching bars and impressive versatility, the City Girls are officially back with new music after Yung Miami held the duo down with laundry list of standout features this summer.

Now, they’ve dropped off their second new single since JT’s release from jail, “You Tried It.” Coming through with the attitude that we all know and love the QC signees for, this upbeat banger finds the two going toe-to-toe over the menacing synths of the Houston-tinged instrumental.

Listen below.

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New Music: The Weeknd – “Heartless” [LISTEN]

If The Weeknd isn’t the King of R&B, he’s at least a prominent member of the Royal Family and that’s not up for debate. And to spice up your Wednesday he’s returned with his latest single, “Heartless.”

With Metro Boomin and Illangelo behind the boards, Abel’s latest offering finds him gliding in his signature style over the hypnotic and menacing soundscape, while crooning about his indulgent lifestyle.

Listen below. 

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New Music: The Cool Kids & Guapdad 4000 – “Pop Quiz” [LISTEN]

A charismatic duo that’s continued to evolve and succeeded in standing the test of time, The Cool Kids’ supply of witty bars and infectious material has yet to subside.

Today, the duo made up of Sir Michael Rocks and Chuck Inglish have unveiled their latest single, “Pop Quiz.”

An easygoing jam perfect to slap in the whip or bust a few moves to on the dancefloor, the two team with Oakland’s Guapdad 4000 for their latest offering.

Listen below.

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New Video: Reason – “Flick It Up” Feat. Ab-Soul [WATCH]

When Reason’s on the mic, there’s nobody distracted. A gritty MC with magnificent metaphors and thunderous bars, the TDE representative dropped an outstanding project with last year’s ‘There You Have It’.

Now has hit the streets with the visuals for “Flick It Up,” his new anthem with Ab-Soul. Mobbed up in a Carson parking lot, the two throw a tremendous rager in the liquor store with a bevy of baddies and low-riders in abundance.

Watch below.

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New Music: Audio Push – “Drip Drop” [LISTEN]

LA stand-up!

Though Audio Push has yet to garner their big break into the mainstream’s consciousness, the Inland Empire representatives have been supplying their fans with an impressive supply of heat.

Now, the duo made up of Oktane & Price has dropped off “Drip Drop,” their latest track. A raucous slap destined to appear at a strip club near you, the two switch up the vibes in this hard-hitting jam.

Listen below.

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New Music: Koffee – “W” Feat. Gunna [LISTEN]

Though 2019 has been filled with talented artists getting their big break, among the most noticeable and infectious has been 19-year old Dancehall phenom Koffee, putting the game on notice.

Today, she’s returned with “W,” her latest single. Alongside ATL titan Gunna, the two take the listener on a Caribbean-infused voyage to the islands giving shining vibes of sunlight.

Listen below.

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New Music: Nef The Pharaoh – “Cloth Talk” Feat. Takeoff [LISTEN]

Though his come-up is far from its’ inception, Nef The Pharaoh’s powerful combination of unique lyricism and uncanny ear for infectious hooks has continued to elevate the Vallejo MC to the top ranks of the West Coast.

Now, the Sick Wid It Records representative has dropped off “Cloth Talk,” a new single alongside Takeoff.

Though on paper the combination at first appears a bit odd, this West Coast-flavored banger finds Neffy in his zone and the ATL titan coming through with a hard-hitting verse. This one’s a gem.

Listen below.

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New Video: Larry June – “Adjust To The Game” [WATCH]

Good job, Larry!

Bay Area native Larry June’s 2019 has been filled with an astounding output of wavy bangers, gleeful adlibs, infectious bars, and nothing more.

Today, he’s returned with the first set of visuals from his latest project, this time with the silky-smooth West coast anthem “Adjust to the Game.”

Shot by GirlsLoveTrey, this clip finds Uncle Larry kicking back in a Canada Goose in a black Suburban, counting some bands and cruising along in a carefree fashion.

Watch below.

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New Music: Roddy Ricch – “Tip Toe” Feat. A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie [LISTEN]

Roddy Ricch is officially the West Coast’s next superstar, and that’s not up for debate with his charismatic mix of street-ready bars and soulful melodies set to cut straight through to your heart. 

His anticipated debut album ‘Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial’ is scheduled for release soon. In the meantime Roddy has unleashed his latest single, “Tip Toe.”

Alongside Bronx crooner A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, the two team up for an effortless banger dropping melodies above the breezy flutes and arpeggiating guitars of the soundscape.

Listen below.

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New Video: 03 Greedo & Kenny Beats – “Disco Sh*t” Feat. Freddie Gibbs [WATCH]

Despite his incarceration for the foreseeable future, O3 Greedo’s prolific output has thankfully yet to cease with the Watts legend continuing to drop a stream of heat.

Reputed hitmaker Kenny Beats in tow, the Grape Street representer has returned with the first visual off the duo’s brand new collaborative project ‘Neftlix & Deal,’ “Disco Sh*t” featuring Freddie Gibbs.

The claymated clip serves as a homage to Greedo’s favorite film ‘Blow,’ juxtaposing our star’s life with that of Boston George.

Watch below.

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New Video: Tinashe – “So Much Better” Feat. G-Eazy [WATCH]

An equally seductive and underrated R&B songstress featuring a distinctly West Coast flavor, Tinashe is back in full effect.

With her latest project ‘Songs For You’ having just dropped, she’s returned with the visuals for her minimalist and raunchy jam “So Much Better.” Alongside Oakland’s G-Eazy, this Minxii White-directed clip finds Tina taking over the bedroom, backyard, and setting some roses ablaze.

Watch below.

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