by Derrick T Lewis | Mar 10, 2023 | Latest, Music News, New Music Alert |
In the beginning of this month, RAYE showcased her long-awaited debut album, My 21st Century Blues, to the world for the first time. As a result of the project, the London-bred hitmaker became the first artist to put out her own work independently after releasing a body of work in the past few years. As part of the executive production of My 21st Century Blues, frequent collaborator Mike Sabath contributed two features over the 15 total tracks of the album, both of which were from Mahalia and 070 Shake.
In this latest offering from the project, RAYE, who is just 25 years old, returns with the official music video for the recently released single, “Ice Cream Man.” Directed by the artist himself, the video bravely tackles a traumatic experience that RAYE himself has been through. She describes the events of her experience in such a detail in the song that we get a watch-by-watch account of what transpired:
“I did not tell anyone about my experience of sexual assault and rape when I went through these situations,” the songstress explained in a press release regarding the purpose of the song. It has been reported that one in four people suffer from sexual assault at some point in their lives. At least 25 percent of those of you who are reading this article are probably in that category. There is no doubt that there is a greater power in the darkness of the night than there is in the light of the day. I would like to encourage everyone not to bury anything deep down inside us for the rest of our lives. My best wishes to you, RAYE.”
There are other collaborations the “Black Mascara.” singer can be heard on besides her own releases if you take a look at her recent collaborations such as “You Can’t Change Me” performed with “WYS” recorded with Tion Wayne, David Guetta, “Midnight Strikes” recorded with Amorphous, “I Don’t Want You” performed with Riton, “Go Girl” recorded with Miraa May, “Waterfall” performed with Disclosure, and others.
by Fabiola Noel | Mar 9, 2023 | Latest, Music News, New Music Alert |
The Louisville rapper EST Gee first released the singles from his new project back in January, which were well recieved by fans, such as “If I Stop Now” and “Blow Up.” The Louisville rapper made some more moves on Friday (Feb. 24), when he released a new song entitled “Undefeated,” an emotionally charged offering produced by VenoTheBuilder and John Gotitt that showcases some tight production. Throughout this track, he confides about the struggles he has faced throughout his life, and how he persevered despite all of them.
“Also, as part of EST Gee’s “Undefeated” project, he has released a video that shows him taking part in Future’s “One Big Party Tour,” which included shots that showed him on stage in front of packed crowds, interacting with Kodak Black and Babyface Ray, and connecting with others in the industry. As the clip ends, he and his crew are reunited with a friend who was just released from prison and he welcomes him back as part of his crew.
As for EST Gee, he had an excellent year in 2022, beginning with Last Ones Left, his collaborative project with CMG artist 42 Dugg. It was not long after this recording that he and his Detroit counterpart would join every other member of Yo Gotti’s collective for the compilation that has been well received: Gangsta Art. As a final note, the songwriter of the hit song “Blood” closed out the year with his official debut LP, I Never Felt Nun, on which 21 different tracks were featured, as well as features from Machine Gun Kelly, Future, Bryson Tiller, Jack Harlow, and Jeezy. The project reached the No. 8 spot on the Billboard 200 chart, which is the highest it has ever reached in his career.
by Fabiola Noel | Mar 8, 2023 | Latest, Music News, New Music Alert |
It’s been a long time since G Herbo released his Survivor’s Remorse album, but nothing compares to what he delivered back in November of 2022. There were 12 tracks on the first side of the album, featuring Jeremih, Benny The Butcher, Future, Gunna, Offset, among others, and even a few cameos from his sons, Essex and Yosohn Wright. In addition to the 25 songs on Side B of the album, the rapper added assistance from Young Thug, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, and more.
A brand-new single from the Chicago-bred rapper G Herbo was released today (Feb. 24), and it’s titled “Raining.” Diving into the song, the rapper turned to Murda Beatz for his production, along with Yung Bleu on the hook, to make sure he put together an all-star lineup for this track. In addition to an atmospheric instrumental, Bleu starts off the song with the lyrics which mention gloomy weather and dreary emotions:
In addition to Survivor’s Remorse, 2021 also released a 19-track album called 25 LP, which featured further guest appearances from Polo G, Lil Tjay, 21 Savage, The Kid LAROI, Gunna, Yosohn, and Rowdy Rebel. The “Locked In” emcee, G Herbo who is a renowned emcee, has also been a guest verse artist on a number of tracks including “Mufasa” with OMB Peezy, “Ghetto Superstar” by Doe Boy and Roddy Ricch, “Last Time” with A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, “Invite Only” by Polo G and Trench Baby, and more.
by Fabiola Noel | Mar 7, 2023 | Latest, Music News, New Music Alert |
21 Savage and Drake teamed up at the beginning of November 2022 for their joint album Her Loss. This album, which featured Travis Scott as the only guest artist, went on to take the top spot on the Billboard 200 after selling 404,000 album equivalents during its first week. Eventually, it surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify, continuing to gain popularity.
There was a big surprise for fans today (Feb. 24) as the two rappers dropped the official music video for one of their best songs from the LP, “Spin Bout U.” The new video was directed by famed filmmaker Dave Meyers, and takes place aboard what appears to be an enormous cruise ship. As the film begins, the pair go on a rescue mission to save a drowning woman who is at the shore during a storm. As 21 spits bars about his love for women, things take a turn for the worse and take a drastic turn for the worse.
As of June 2022, the Toronto-based star Drake dropped off his 14-track EP entitled Honestly, Nevermind, which featured many sounds that were influenced by the elements of dance music as a whole. Last month, Drake also made headlines with his back-to-back performances at the infamous Apollo Theater in Harlem which made him an instant celebrity. Drizzy is not only known for his own releases, but also for several guest verses he has turned in on recent projects such as “WASTING TIME” with Brent Faiyaz, “We Caa Done” with Popcaan, and more.
by Jesse Swindell | Mar 3, 2023 | Latest, Music News, New Music Alert |
As he did last year, NBA YoungBoy does not intend to waste any time with his preparations for 2023. The Baton Rouge rapper drops off his new single “Next” today (Feb. 27), which features high-pitched harmonies that speak of the street life, the surreal lifestyle and more in the context of life on the streets.
This D-Roc, Lastwordbeats, and ProdByBerge-backed offering is presented with a matching visual that originates from Isaac Garcia and is produced by D-Roc himself. There is no better way to watch NBA YoungBoy in full on rock star mode than to see him with beautiful women, fly threads, and even getting a tattoo mid-performance.
“Next” is scheduled for release on YoungBoy’s forthcoming album Do Not Try This At Home, which will be his second album for Motown Records following the release of I Rest My Case. The rapper, whose song “On My Side” has been featured in Rap Radar’s recent cover story (above), explained in an interview with the publication why he decided to part ways with Atlantic Records after an extensive contract. “You know, I just wanted to try some new stuff, just to try something that I hadn’t tried before,” he remarked. “See whether I could gain more from label situation.”
NBA YoungBoy has released a number of well-received solo works in 2022, including: The Last Slimeto, Colors, Realer 2, 3800 Degrees, Lost Files, and Ma’ I Got A Family. Additionally, he co-produced 3860 and Better Than You with Quando Rondo and DaBaby.
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