A new body of work by Unknown T titled Adolescence was released last summer. The project was composed of fifteen tracks featuring collaborations with M1llionz, Potter Payper, M Huncho, Nafe Smallz, and Digga D. Following its initial release, the album received positive reviews from the general public, landing the London rapper his first place on the UK Albums chart in the very first week.
Throughout the years, Unknown T has developed his unique brand for artists such as Abra Cadabra, V9, Lancey Foux, Steel Banglez, Young T & Bugsey, KO, and FKA Twigs in September, as well as collaborating with Skillibeng on “Wollan”, raising the question of whether or not a follow-up was forthcoming. The drill artist stoked the flames yesterday (Mar. 24), releasing “Often,” which features some of his toughest, most inventive bars to date. As an example, let’s take his use of DC Comics characters to illustrate how he would like to get his point across:
As part of Unknown T’s first campaign launch, he provided fans with snippets of three songs to choose from, which included the track “Often.” Considering how much fans liked it, it’s understandable why Chris Rich decided to kickstart the new campaign with a Chris Rich-produced track.
Additionally, the song is accompanied by a dope video by Teeeezy C, which shows Unknown T performing before busy crowds and mobbing with his crew at his Homerton digs if you’re not in the United States, check it out here.
Fireboy DML debuted a new single in July called Peru, which was produced by Shizzi and was about both the celebration of a love interest and the excitement of meeting her. It was later remixed to include the addition of Ed Sheeran’s stylings. Nigerian artist Olamide teamed up with rappers Blxst and 21 Savage to remix the hit once again and dropped it last month, joined by Blxst and 21 Savage.
Now, he drops his first solo single of 2022 with his newly dropped “Playboy” track. Providing yet another perfect nighttime vibe, Fireboy delivers yet another smooth track:
Billboard has put Fireboy’s “Peru” on its Hot 100 chart for the first time. The two-minute song has reached 300 million streams to date and continues to climb the charts around the world, reaching the top of the UK Top 40 chart and becoming Nigeria’s second most streamed song.
Aside from Peru, Fireboy has also gained popularity for tracks such as Rotimi “Weapon,” Cheque “History,” DJ Spinall “Sere (Remix),” WSTRN “Be My Guest,” and D Smoke “Sleepwalking.” It is also hoped that he has been working on an official follow-up to last year’s Apollo.
During his artistic journey, R&B singer-songwriter Devvon Terrell reflects on the impact of the irreplaceable contributions made by his family through his latest project, Boys Don’t Cry. Among the tracks on that newly released collection are guest appearances by That Kidd Vee and Kai Ca$h, as well 11 tracks produced by fellow artist, L. JEAN. Terrell’s new single Boys Don’t Cry was accompanied by the video for the title track, which featured a powerful performance of emotional expression as Terrell coped with some challenging life circumstances:
“Boys Don’t Cry is an album I composed in remembrance of my grandfather and family,” Terrell explained. Detailed recollections of my childhood and the village where I spent my childhood. In this album you are able to learn more about how the ideologies and belief systems I have grown to believe in were formed and cultivated.”
Before the album was released, there were a lot of consistent singles including “Popular,” uplifting “Let It Go,” emotionally vulnerable “Flowers Freestyle,” as well as the upbeat “Better” with Kai Ca$h. In addition to his solo material, Brooklyn-born JQ has contributed verses to tracks such as “FMX” by Mike Classic and Kevin AntoniYo, along with “3 AM” by Larry Ohh, KyE Nathaniel, and Biawanna. 2020’s Vol. 2: Deja Vu.was Terrell’s last full-length work.
Earlier this week, its estate announced that posthumous emcee Phife Dawg’s long-awaited album, Forever, had been released. Today (Mar. 22) marks the sixth anniversary of his death, so it is perfect timing for the release of this project via AWAL.
Rapsody’s new album contains 13 tracks that are backed by a long list of collaborators, including Rapsody, Renée Neufville, Busta Rhymes, Redman, Q-Tip, Lyric Jones, Little Brother, POS, and plenty others. Production responsibilities were handled by people such as J Dilla, 9th Wonder, Angela Winbush, and more. Listeners were able to enjoy “Nutshell Pt. 2” before the album was released and Phife was able to showcase his rap talent alongside Busta Rhymes and Redman:
Associated Producer and collaborator Dion “Rasta Root” Liverpool voiced his excitement about the project’s upcoming release: “I’m thrilled to be a part of Phife’s legacy.” He must be reading the credits and working on the artwork in the background.”
Malik’s wife Deisha Taylor stated that the release of Phife Dawg’s album has left us overwhelmed with excitement. Having waited six years for this, our happiness is limitless.”
New York-born MC Joey Bada$$, who was nominated for four GRAMMY Awards, had spent time working on his debut album, collaborating with trusted artists, and curating a catalogue of songs that represented his music. An early report suggested the album would be entitled Give Thanks and the project was initially scheduled to be released in 2017. Listeners were offered the track “Beat The System” in 2020, as well as the single “Nutshell” in 2016.
The rapper Central Cee released his new album 23 earlier this month, which consists of 15 songs and the contributions of artists such as Ashe 22, Baby Gang, Freeze Corleone, A2anti, Morad, Beny Jr, and Rondodasosa’s genuine brother Juke Caesar provide guest appearances on “Lil Bro.” Cee managed to become a number one artist on the UK Albums chart for the first time, beating out the name of the last single from Tears For Fears, The Tipping Point.
This week, Cench decided to release a new music video for “Ungrateful,” the Levi Lennox-produced track that finds the West London singer discussing his mental health as well as misdemeanors from his past.
With “Ungrateful,” Kunography provides the accompanying clip, which exhibits Central Cee on his own at what appears to be his luxurious residence. Besides getting a fresh haircut, you might also catch him on a rooftop playing some ball.
Compared to Wild West last year, 23 has 14 songs and none of them feature. With 15,000 albums equivalent units sold in its first week from the time it was released, the project reached the number two spot on the chart, making Central Cee the frontrunner of the UK drill movement.
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