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Benny The Butcher Opens up About His “Deepest, Darkest Feelings” on ‘Tana Talk 4’
Benny The Butcher has officially dropped off his latest entry in the Tana Talk series, Tana Talk 4. Clocking in at 40 minutes, the 12-track album features guest appearances from J. Cole on “Johnny P’s Caddy,” which earned the BSF founder his first Billboard Hot 100 chart entry, Diddy on “10 More Commandments,” Conway The Machine on “Tyson Vs Ali,” Westside Gunn on “Guerrero,” Boldy James on “Weekends In The Perry’s,” Stove God Cooks on “Back 2x” and 38 Spesh on “Uncle Bun,” while production was handled by The Alchemist, Daringer and Beat Butcha. “I love Tana Talk 3, it’s what got me familiar with the people. It’s the real me, who I was then. It’s my baby, my first born. It brought me here and made me,” Benny shared in a statement. “With Tana Talk 4 I have a chip on my shoulder. No one thin...
Megan Thee Stallion and Dua Lipa Link for New Single “Sweetest Pie”
Megan Thee Stallion and Dua Lipa have teamed up to deliver the brand new single, “Sweetest Pie.” Clocking in at approximately three-and-a-half minutes, the collaborative effort features production from OG Parker, Romano and Platinum Library, and also arrives with an accompanying music video directed by Dave Meyers. The collab arrives shortly after Dua Lipa kicked off her massive North American tour, which will also see Megan Thee Stallion joining her later this March to support the shows in Denver, Tulsa and Phoenix. Megan will also hold the first ever VR tour this April called “Enter Thee Hottiverse,” which was created in collaboration with AmazeVR. Earlier this month, the Houston Hottie revealed that her upcoming album was “the most emotional to make” so far. “I’m finally openi...
Rex Orange County Wants To Know ‘WHO CARES?’ in New Album
Rex Orange County has debuted his fourth studio album, WHO CARES? Clocking in at approximately 35 minutes, the 11-track album features only one guest feature from Tyler, the Creator — a frequent collaborator — on “OPEN A WINDOW.” WHO CARES? marks the English artist’s first full-length effort since 2019’s Pony, which peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and No. 1 on the US Top Rock Albums chart. Speaking to Zane Lowe on Apple Music, Rex Orange County explained that he fell back in love with music again after taking a break.” I was looking after myself, honestly, but it was worth it. I wouldn’t be able to come give you anything if I didn’t take some time for myself. It’s been a little minute, but I am so happy, I can’t even tell you. I feel great. I feel healthy. I feel ready,” he said....
Grimes Reveals Birth and Name of Second Child With Elon Musk
Ahead of the release of her upcoming sixth studio album, Book 1, Grimes recently graced the cover of Vanity Fair. During the interview for the cover story, the Canadian artist was asked if there was “another baby” in her life after writer Devin Gordon hear alluding sounds in her home. Despite stating that she’s “not at liberty to speak on these things” and shifting the focus to X Æ A-12 (or simply X), her child with Elon Musk, Grimes ultimately revealed the birth of her second child with the tech icon. Named “Exa Dark Sideræl Musk” (or simply “Y”), the two sought the help of a surrogate for the birth of their daughter. Keeping the news away from the public, Grimes noted that the name for the baby, born in December, is inspired by her favorite Lord of the Rings character, Galadriel. Adding ...
Rowdy Rebel “Al Haa Freestyle,” Trippie Redd “Thinkin Bout You” & More | Daily Visuals 3.10.22
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Shareif Ziyadat / Getty While the world awaited the return of Bobby Shmurda to the rap game, many forgot that he was doing his bid alongside his homie Rowdy Rebel and while Bobby’s big music comeback has consisted with more twerking tunes than anything, Rowdy’s been dropping that block hugging music that heads can bop to. Keeping that same hustler energy going in his latest visuals to “Ah Haa Freestyle,” Rowdy Rebel takes to the projects to link up with his goons before taking to the streets to hold down their block. Bobby would’ve somehow found a way to shake his rump to this beat. Related Stories Trippie Redd meanwhile seems to be all in his feelings and in his clip to “Thinkin Bout You” politics in a hotel room with his homies while he drinks the pain ...
Cops Share Bodycam Clip Of Ryan Coogler’s Bank Of America Arrest
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Robin L Marshall / Getty Atlanta police released bodycam footage of the arrest of Black Panther director Ryan Coogler at a local Bank Of America location, highlighting the tension of the moment in harrowing fashion. While Coogler said he’s moved on beyond the incident, the video from the authorities illustrates how closely the situation had the potential to go awry. For those unaware, Coogler entered the Bank of America location back on Jan. 7 as stated on the arrest record. Coogler, in what could be viewed as an attempt at discretion, were a hat, sunglasses, and a mask per the demands of COVID-19 precautions. Coogler handed the teller a note on the back of the withdrawal slip that read, “I would like to withdraw $12,000 cash from my checking account. Ple...
Chris Brown Calls Cap On Rape Accuser, Shares Receipts
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Frazer Harrison / Getty Chris Brown found himself in the crosshairs of a $20 million lawsuit after an unnamed woman accused the R&B singer of raping her back in December of 2020. The Virginia entertainer took to social media recently and shared a string of messages that, according to him, refutes the heinous allegations and Brown is now threatening a countersuit. As reported by TMZ, Brown shared a number of messages of the accuser that seem to highlight their relationship was more amicable than thought. In the messages, Brown instructs the woman to take a Plan B pill and also received a nude photo from her along with other chatter. Related Stories In essence, it appears that sex between the pair was consensual and the lawyer representing the woman say...
Jussie Smollett Sentenced To 5 Months In Jail, Says He’s Not Suicidal and Innocent
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Pool / Getty Actor Jussie Smollett was sentenced to five months in jail for the crime of faking a hate crime. Last year, the former Empire star was convicted of filing a false police report. Smollet infamously claimed that he was a victim of a racist and homophobic attack in 2019. However, soon after his claims, and with digging from investigators, his story started getting shaky. Ultimately, a pair of brothers claimed Smollett orchestrated the whole thing, and although he still maintains his innocence, a jury agreed with prosecutors that it was all a hoax. On Thursday (March 10), a Chicago judge sentence Smollett to 150 months in jail. Judge James B. Linn read Smollett the riot act. “There are people that are actual, genuine victims of hate crimes that y...
Marshmello Drops First Single From Upcoming “Joytime IV” Album: Listen
At long last, Marshmello has offered a taste of Joytime IV, the fourth installment of his long-running album series. Fans can now sink their teeth into the album’s first single, “BeFoRe U.” Marshmello turned back the clock here, showcasing the blissed-out, saccharine future trap sound that propelled him to superstardom. It’s a breath of fresh air for Mello loyalists, many of whom have become disillusioned by his pivot to hip-hop and contemporary pop music. It seems like a lifetime ago when Marshmello released the first edition of Joytime, his debut album, which dropped back in 2016. The record was a breakthrough for the subversive producer, who recently garnered his first Grammy Award nomination in the category of Best Dance/Electronic album for Shoc...
Music by Peggy Gou, Baauer, More Featured On “The Batman” Soundtrack
When the musical Bat-Signal appears, the eyes of Gotham turn to electronic music: Alesso, Peggy Gou, Baauer and more are all featured on the soundtrack for The Batman, now in theaters. In fact, even the film’s lead, Robert Pattinson, tried his hand at crafting ambient tracks during downtime on set—while wearing his Batsuit, no less. The music of Kevin Saunderson, Patrick Topping and Corvad, as well as of icons like Nirvana, Dean Martin and Al Martino, fills in the gaps where Pattinson’s music quite didn’t make the cut. “As a die hard [sic] Batman fan I can’t believe I have a song in the new movie,” added Alesso, who contributed “DARK” to the film. Recommended Articles Out March 4th, The Batman sees Pattinson face of...
Listen to Krewella’s Visceral Third Album, “The Body Never Lies”
After a period of deeply personal self-examination, Krewella have emerged with a brand new album. The barnstorming electronic music duo have dropped the curtain on The Body Never Lies, their third album and most intimate one to date. It’s their first full-length record since 2020’s Zer0, which arrived seven years after their breakthrough debut, Get Wet. From the frenetic drum & bass rhythms of “In The Water” to the soaring synths of “6 Feet,” the album is visceral and designed to indulge the senes. And after looking inward, it’s clear that Krewella wrote the record with a renewed sense of spirituality. “The clench of a fist, the pit in your stomach, the fluid in your veins; the body is a sensor, messenger, keeper of stories, a fortress of...
The Knocks Announce Collaborators and Release Date of New Album, “HISTORY”
It looks like The Knocks are on the precipice of their biggest and most impactful project yet. The veteran duo have long flexed an inimitable ability to produce blockbusting music at the intersection of disco and house, but they’re yet to release a genuine tour de force. However, that may change on April 29th, when they release HISTORY. It’s early, but it’s not a stretch to call the record a darkhorse for the year’s best dance album. The Knocks are teaming up with a formidable group of collaborators for HISTORY, such as MUNA, Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs, Cold War Kids, Parson James and Yoke Lore, among others. If that list is any indication, longtime fans are safe to expect the bubbly indietronica sound they’ve come to know and love. The tandem are also...
