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Ray Volpe Connects with Myah Marie for Intoxicating Track “Growing Wild”
EDM.com’s Class of 2022 inductee Ray Volpe has been on a tear as of late, most recently releasing his VIP of “Elastic.” Now, he returns alongside Myah Marie for the first single off of his upcoming EP, “Growing Wild.” “Growing Wild” is a highlight reel of everything Ray Volpe brings to the table. The glowing soundscape he’s created to open the track alongside Myah Marie’s gorgeous vocals is immaculate, while the first half of the drop pays proper melodic tribute to her intoxicating voice. The switch-ups found throughout the drop showcase the hard-hitting sound he’s known for in a way that brings it all together. Last year was a career year for Ray Volpe, as he unleashed his highly-praised EP, Rise Of The Volpetron on Disciple...
DaBaby ft. MoneyBagg Yo “WIG,” T.O. Green ft. Rick Ross “Only Fans” & More | Daily Visuals 5.12.22
HipHopWired Featured Video Though DaBaby’s been making more noise for the drama and violence that’s been going on in his personal life, the North Carolina rapper isn’t letting those things sidetrack his professional life and continues to drop off new work for his hardcore fans. Linking up with MoneyBagg Yo for his new visuals to “WIG,” DaBaby finds himself opening up a Wig shop and gets turnt up with a gang of thick and twerking clientele who run through his store looking for some new hair pieces to throw on for the weekend. Back in the strip club, T.O. Green links up with Rick Ross to count money, pop bottles and enjoy some of the thickest talent you’ll ever see in his clip to “Only Fans.” Check out the rest of today’s drops including work from Young Jonn and Davido, NoCap, and more. DABA...
Pump Fake: Elon Musk Puts Twitter Acquisition On Temporary Hold, Snoop Dogg Wants In
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: SOPA Images / Getty Elon Musk made waves in the tech world with the chatter surrounding his apparent takeover of the sprawling Twitter universe. Now, the billionaire businessman is putting the acquisition of the company on hold via a cryptic tweet that leaves room for various interpretations but a certain legendary rapper may prove to be a foil. On Friday (May 13), Musk wrote, “Twitter deal temporarily on hold pending details supporting calculation that spam/fake accounts do indeed represent less than 5% of users” in a quote tweet featuring a story from Reuters regarding spam and fake accounts. Later in the thread of tweets, Musk added, “still committed to acquisition.” Related Stories As part of his pledge to get rid of the bots on Twitter, Musk then wro...
YSL Rapper Lil Keed Dead At 24
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Prince Williams / Getty Up and coming YSL rapper Lil Keed has reportedly passed away. He was just 24. Keed’s brother and fellow rapper Lil Gotit confirmed his passing. “Can’t believe I seened u die today bro I did all my cries,” wrote Gotit on Instagram. “I know what u want me to do and that’s go hard for Mama Daddy Our Brothers Naychur and Whiteboy.” Signed to YSL, the label has been steeped in controversy. A grand jury indicted 28 people including various YSL members like Slim Thug and Gunna on RICO charges. However, Keed was not under arrest. At this time, a cause of death has not been revealed. Condolences have been pouring in since news of his passing. “I love you sooooo much baby what I’m post to do with out you I can’t breathe right sleep rig...
5 Takeaways From Latto’s ‘Future of Hip-Hop’ Q&A at Billboard MusicCon
Latto brought her famous “Big Energy” to “The Future of Hip-Hop” panel during Billboard’s inaugural MusicCon on Friday (May 13) at Area 15 in Las Vegas. The 23-year-old rapper – whose Mariah Carey-sampling hit “Big Energy” has stayed in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 for the last six weeks, thanks in part to a remix with Mimi herself and DJ Khaled – chopped it up with Billboard R&B/hip-hop staff writer Neena Rouhani about how she’s taking over the rap game while holding it down for the South. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Here are the five takeaways from Latto’s “The Future of Hip-Hop” panel: She’s living her 8-year-old self’s biggest dreams The ATL MC told Rouhani that she’s been rapping since she was only 8 years old. “This...
Anitta Showcases Brazilian Pride During Billboard MusicCon Performance
One thing was clear during the first night of MusicCon’s performances: booty-shaking dance-offs would take center stage thanks to Anitta and Shenseea, who gave a masterclass in twerking during their showcases on Friday night (May 13). Before Anitta jumped onstage at Las Vegas’ Area 15, Jamaican artist Shenseea warmed up the crowd with a friendly dance battle that featured concertgoers who were brave enough to go up onstage and show their best dance moves. After a winner was crowned, Shenseea closed her set with “Blessed” to celebrate life. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Minutes later, Anitta appeared in front of a crowd that included fans who were ready to match the Brazilian star’s energy. “Hello, Vegas!” Anitta greeted the crowd gath...
Lil Keed, YSL Records Rapper, Dies at 24
Lil Keed, an up-and-coming Atlanta rapper signed to Young Thug‘s Young Stoner Life Records, has died. He was 24. Keed’s brother, Lil Gotit, first shared the news of the rapper’s passing in an Instagram post early Saturday morning (May 14). “Can’t believe I seened u die today bro I did all my cries I know what u want me to do and that’s go hard for Mama Daddy Our Brothers Naychur and Whiteboy,” Gotit wrote alongside a photo of the siblings. The cause of Keed’s (real name: Raqhid Render) death was not known at press time. Billboard has reached out to the artist’s representatives for further information. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Gotit shared another post on his Instagram Story on Saturday, writing, “@lilkeed Whyyy bra whyyy u leave ...
5 Most Memorable Moments From Machine Gun Kelly’s ‘A Decade of Touring’ Panel
Rap and rock star Machine Gun Kelly joined Billboard‘s MusicCon event on Friday (May 13), along with his band — guitarist Jus Lyons, drummer Rook, bassist Baze and keyboardist Slim — to participate in the closing “A Decade of Touring” panel, in advance of both their performance at Sunday’s Billboard Music Awards, and their own upcoming headlining arena tour in support of Billboard 200 albums chart-topping new album Mainstream Sellout. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news MGK was his typically animated self during the panel discussion, at multiple points getting up from his seat to walk around the stage, and also giving the panel’s host, Billboard executive editor of music Jason Lipshutz, a mock blow to the arm with his microphone (along with...
Nine Inch Nails’ Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross Join Antonio Sánchez on New Song: Listen
The multi-instrumentalist and renowned drummer Antonio Sánchez has shared a new song featuring vocals from Nine Inch Nails’ Trent Reznor and, on synths, Atticus Ross. “I Think We’re Past That Now” leads Sánchez’s next album Shift (Bad Hombre Vol. II), which arrives August 26 via Arts Music, a division of Warner Music. Sánchez produced the track and laid down drums, keyboards, guitars, bass, and additional vocals. Check out “I Think We’re Past That Now” and it’s accompanying visualizer below, and scroll down for the album’s tracklist and cover art. In addition to Reznor and Ross, Shift (Bad Hombre Vol. II) features a slew of guests, such as Dave Matthews, Becca Stevens, Meshell Ndegeocello, Kimbra, Rodrigo y Gabriela, and more. Sánchez commenced the project by approaching artists and asking...
Watch Arcade Fire Play “Age of Anxiety II (Rabbit Hole)” on Fallon
Arcade Fire appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon yesterday. The group performed their WE track “Age of Anxiety II (Rabbit Hole),” watched over by a Big Brother–style eye on the moodily lit stage. Watch it happen below. Earlier this week, the band played a cover of Harry Styles’ “As It Was.” Since releasing WE, Arcade Fire have also shared an inflatable-filled “Unconditional I (Lookout Kid)” video, played Saturday Night Live, and announced a massive tour including dates with Beck and Feist. Read about Arcade Fire’s recent Indio performance in Pitchfork’s new feature “The Best and Worst of Coachella 2022.” Content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from.
Snail Mail Performs “Glory” on Fallon: Watch
Snail Mail closed out the week on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, with Lindsey Jordan and company performing “Glory” from Valentine on Friday (May 13). Watch their performance below. The day after releasing Valentine, her second full-length album, in November, Jordan brought a performance of the title track to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Later that month, she had to delay a fall tour until the spring, citing vocal cord damage that required surgery to repair. She discussed the hurdle on an episode of the Mixtape Memoir podcast, where she said she wasn’t able to speak for a month as part of her recovery process. Snail Mail are set to embark on another U.S. tour leg in August. Read Pitchfork’s feature “Snail Mail Can’t Help But Confess.” Content This content can also be viewed...
Production Credits for Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers’ Include The Alchemist, Pharrell and More
Kendrick Lamar has finally returned with a new album after five long years. His latest full-length effort, Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, serves as the followup to 2017’s DAMN. and features a fascinating mix of producers who helped him create his highly-anticipated project. As per HipHopNMore, the double album includes work from previous collaborators like Pharrell on “Mr. Morale,” Sounwave and DJ Dahi on several tracks, along with less frequent names such as The Alchemist on “We Cry Together” and Boi-1da on “N95.” Meanwhile, K-Dot’s guest artists including Blxst, Amanda Reifer, Sampha, Taylour Paige, Summer Walker, Ghostface Killah, Kodak Black, Baby Keem, Sam Dew, Tanna Leone and Beth Gibbons of Portishead. Take a look at the full list of production credits below. Mr. Morale & Th...
