by Kareshia Prioleau | Jun 13, 2023 | Latest, Music News, New Music Alert |
The fact that Jhené Aiko is returning to the music scene and has done so in such a graceful manner is testament to their talent. It is with great pleasure to announce that the Grammy-nominated songstress shares her first solo release, “calm & patient,” since having her son Noah, on March 31st. In the new song, she sings about overcoming the struggles in life by looking at the positive side of things as a way to remind ourselves to slow down and appreciate the moments in life:
The manager of Jhené Aiko, Taz, took to his Instagram Story to describe the significance of the release and shared with the world that it marks the beginning of a new chapter. “The era of Jhené Aiko has begun, bringing us back to simpler times of releasing music for the love of it, when we simply did it for the love of it. My apologies to Def Jam and Tea, but this one is meant for the two soulmates who have been through so much together.
The last full-length solo album that the “Stay Ready” singer Jhené Aiko released was Chilombo, which released in 2020. On the 20 track project, you’ll find guest appearances from Ab-Soul, Miguel, Future, John Legend, Nas, H.E.R., Big Sean, Ty Dolla $ign, in addition to averaging 152,000 album-equivalent units sold in its first week of release. On the Billboard 200, it debuted at the No. 2 spot with 160 thousand album equivalent units. It was not long after the release of the album that she launched the deluxe version of it, which included nine new tracks.
by Derrick T Lewis | Apr 17, 2023 | Latest, Music News, New Music Alert |
In his ongoing efforts to put a stamp on Takeoff’s legacy, Quavo continues to lift up the legacy of Takeoff as he nears the release of his sophomore solo album, Rocket Power. As some fans have been looking forward to a follow-up to Quavo Huncho, the up-and-coming project is expected to drop sometime this summer.
In an interview with Insider published earlier this week, Quavo confirmed the album was dedicated to Takeoff. “As far as i am concerned, I am fueled by The Rocket,” he told XXL in an interview with the publication on April 5th, referring to the late rapper’s nicknameThe release date for this project has not been disclosed at this time. My apologies, but I am certain that hip-hop fans are still struggling with the loss of Takeoff in such a tragic manner. As a matter of fact, only five months have passed since the Migos group member lost his life in a shooting during a private party in Houston, Texas, which left others injured as well.
Quavo released a heartfelt tribute to the 28-year-old rapper following a memorial service for the artist. In it, The Last Rocket emcee was referred to as the angel of his life due to the way he treated him. It wasn’t until January that the lyricist further expressed his heartbreak through his tune, “Without You.”
The 32-year-old is not only paying homage to a late cultural trendsetter by making music, but he is doing it in countless other ways as well. During the Grammy Awards in February, Quavo returned to the stage to perform for the first time since the tragic passing of Takeoff at the Grammy Awards. There was a noticeable difference in his appearance, as he wore a mask that covered part of his right side of the face with the left part showing. As it turned out, that was also a nod to his nephew, as it turned out to be another nod to him.
“The loss of my other half symbolizes the loss of my whole. I want my performance to be a reminder of his presence with me in every way,” he explained. On the latest release from Huncho, “Honey Bun,” he mentions the mask throughout the song when he raps, “I don’t know how you can come outside without your mask on? / It’s because they want to see my emotions, I am not smiling at all.”
While he has become less inclined to smile these days, it was evident that he was delighted to be able to join his Praise This castmates for the world premiere on April 3 in Atlanta, Georgia. The movie, which is currently available on Peacock, is a feature film in which he plays Ty, one of the love interests of Chloë Bailey’s character, Sam.
by Jonathan P-Wright | Jan 17, 2023 | Latest, Music News, New Music Alert |
PUSHPLAY914 is the leading voice of Generation Z.
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PUSHPLAY914 is the unfamiliar voice of Generation Z Hip-Hop. His music is fresh and exciting, and it provides a much-needed counterpoint to the more mainstream sounds of the genre.
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Raised in the concrete jungle of New York, PUSHPLAY914 is a product of harsh realities and overwhelming odds. Despite this, he remains laser focused on becoming a generational hip-hop legend. It’s this hunger that has allowed him to churn out hits like “Why Me” and “Hola Coma Esta.”
PUSHPLAY914’s music is unapologetically raw, vividly painting pictures of street life. His knack for melody and delivery cuts through the noise, making him one of the most promising young artists in the game. With a dedicated fan base and support from some of hip-hop’s elite, PUSHPLAY914 is poised to impact the culture.
by Fabiola Noel | Jan 4, 2023 | Latest, Social Justice |
As previously reported on Oct. 12, 2019, Atatiana Jefferson was shot and killed in her Texas home by a cop. Yesterday (Dec. 20), former Fort Worth police officer Aaron Dean was sentenced to nearly 12 years in prison for the fatal shooting of Atatiana Jefferson. Jefferson, a 28-year-old black woman, was shot and killed by Dean, a white police officer, while she was inside her home. The shooting occurred after police received a call about an “open structure” at Jefferson’s home.
This is the first time a police officer in Texas has been convicted of murder for an on-duty shooting in nearly 40 years, according to The New York Times. Dean resigned from the police force hours before he was arrested and charged with murder in October 2019. He pleaded guilty earlier this month. In a statement released after the sentencing, Jefferson’s family said they were “satisfied” with the outcome but that “nothing will bring Atatiana back.” “We hope that her tragic death will shine a light on the actions of police officers and how they treat people of color,” the statement continued. “It is our sincere hope that no other family will have to go through what we have had to endure.”
In October, a Texas grand jury indicted Dean on a charge of murder, to which he pleaded not guilty. However, in November, he accepted a plea deal that reduced the charge to manslaughter. At his sentencing yesterday, Dean apologized to Jefferson’s family, saying “I am sorry for taking Atatiana’s life.” Atatiana Jefferson’s family had asked for the maximum sentence of 20 years in prison, but Dean was sentenced to 11 years and 8 months behind bars.
by Tanyette McCoy Davis | Dec 19, 2022 | Latest, Social Justice |
Since comedian Mark Curry went public with his story of being racially profiled by staff at The Mining Exchange A Wyndham Grand Hotel & Spa in Colorado, he has been flooded with support from fans and fellow celebrities. Mark Curry recounted the incident on “The D.L. Hughley Show,” alleging that he was asked to show multiple forms of ID before being allowed to enter the hotel lobby. When he asked why he was being singled out, Mark Curry claims the employee told him it was because he “fit the description” of someone who had been causing trouble at the hotel.
The comedian said he was “shocked” and “humiliated” by the encounter and has since filed a complaint with the hotel. He also praised the show’s host, D.L. Hughley, for speaking out about similar experiences he’s had with racial profiling. The outpouring of support for Curry has been overwhelming, with many people taking to social media to express their outrage at the treatment he allegedly received.
ome have even vowed to boycott the hotel until they issue a public apology to Mark Curry and implement policies to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future. It’s clear that this story has struck a nerve with many people, and it’s great to see so many people standing up for what’s right.
Mark Curry shared his story on social media, and it quickly went viral. He has since been inundated with messages of support from people all over the world. The Mining Exchange A Wyndham Grand Hotel & Spa has issued a statement saying they are “deeply troubled” by the incident and are conducting an investigation. They have also reached out to Curry to apologize and offer him a free stay at the hotel.
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