by Jesse Swindell | Apr 20, 2023 | Latest, Music News, New Music Alert |
The LOX (sans Sheek Louch) as well as Fat Joe and Rick Ross brought together together for the release of a new single called “The Game,” a Mike Kuz, Buda & Grandz, and Setfree-produced single which was released in collaboration with sports betting company DraftKings as a collaboration with them. Therefore, the title track of the album is replete with bars that speak about the hard work needed to win, beginning with a powerful verse from Jadakiss about working hard.
“In the Game” includes a black-and-white clip that features action shots from current top NBA players in action accompanied by a variety of betting terms that are used when placing bets. The clip fits perfectly with the moment of the basketball league’s playoffs, a time when competition is at its peak, since the league is just entering the first stage of this season’s playoffs. The artists do not appear in any of the shows, which is unfortunate.
After decades of careers of Rick Ross in hip-hop, it is amazing to see how all parties have managed to remain relevant in the industry after decades of hard work. Living Off Xperience and Richer Than I Ever Been, the latest albums released by the LOX and Rick Ross, respectively, were released in 2020 and 2021, respectively. In the wake of the release of Fat Joe’s latest solo album, The Darkside Vol. 1, which hit land in 2010 and led to a new era of hip hop, and has continued to go from strength to strength through projects such as What Would Big Do 2021 featuring DJ Drama, Plata O Plomo featuring Remy Ma, and Family Ties featuring Dre. As of yet, it is unknown whether or not there will be more to come after “The Game”.
by Derrick T Lewis | Apr 20, 2023 | Latest, Music News, New Music Alert |
Tiwa Savage was one of the artists Tiwa Savage had the pleasure of recruiting to be part of the brand new single “Stamina” she released back in March. Keeping up with the momentum created by her song, the Nigerian singer yesterday (April 12) released the accompanying music video in conjunction with the song. This visually stunning video was directed by Clarence Peters, as the track’s sensual lyrics are enhanced by the use of light, shadows, and nature in ty breathtaking visuals:
It was back in 2020 when Tiwa Savage released her third studio album, Celia, which broke records at the time with 13 songs featuring Hamzaa, Davido, Stefflon Don, Sam Smit, and more. Within a year of the release of her debut EP, Water & Garri, she was able to collect a number of guest verses from such artists as Brandy, Rich King, Nas, Amaarae, and Tay Iwar. In addition to her own original music, the “Koroba” singer can also be heard on a number of recent tracks, such as “Hold Me” featuring Dice Ailes, “Fan” featuring Blaq Jerzee, “Who Is Your Guy? (Remix)” featuring Spyro, and more.
As of 2021, Ayra Starr has only released one full-length album, 19 & Dangerous, with contributions from Fousheé and CKay. It is anticipated that upon the release of the album, she will upgrade the project by adding five additional tracks and by enlisting the contributions of Lojay, Kayykilo, Kelly Rowland, and more. Jonn has continued to maintain relationships with his fans through the release of his 2022 EP, Love Is Not Enough, Vol 2.
by Derrick T Lewis | Apr 20, 2023 | Latest, Social Justice |
The recent incident involving Ralph Yarl being shot in the head by a white Kansas City homeowner has caused quite a stir within the community. After spending several weeks in the hospital, Yarl was finally released and is now speaking out about his experience. This shocking event has reignited discussions surrounding gun violence, racial tensions, and self-defense laws.
Yarl’s release from the hospital comes as many in Kansas City are still reeling from the recent shooting of another black man, Michael Brown, by a white police officer in Ferguson, Missouri. That incident sparked protests and riots in Ferguson and across the country.
Yarl’s shooting has also reignited tensions in Kansas City. Some residents say they are now afraid to leave their homes, while others say they are considering buying guns for protection. The city’s mayor has called for calm and urged residents to wait for all the facts to be known before passing judgment on the shooting.
The shooting has had a profound impact on Ralph Yarl. He is now blind in his left eye and has difficulty speaking. He is also dealing with depression and anxiety as a result of the incident. Yarl’s family has set up a GoFundMe page to help with his medical expenses.
The community has been largely supportive of the Yarl family since the incident. A GoFundMe page set up for Ralph’s medical expenses has raised over $15,000, and a candlelight vigil was held in his honor shortly after he was released from the hospital.
Many people have spoken out against the shooting, saying that it was a senseless act of violence. The homeowner who shot Ralph has not been charged with any crime, but the investigation is still ongoing.
If the homeowner is charged with a crime, it is possible that the prosecutor will allege that the shooting was racially motivated. If convicted, the homeowner could face a hate crime enhancement, which would result in a longer prison sentence. Additionally, the homeowner may be sued civilly by Mr. Yarl or his family for damages.
The shooting of Ralph Yarl by Kansas City homeowner Todd Shepherd highlights the urgent need to end racism and police brutality. Mr. Yarl’s release from the hospital is a welcome development, but his ordeal serves as an important reminder that there is still much work to be done in order to create safer and more equitable communities for all people. We must continue our fight for justice, equality, and accountability — not only for this incident but also for any future ones like it — so that we can ensure no one else has to experience what Mr. Yarl did ever again.
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