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K-Trap’s Time to Take Over Is Now
In 2018, drill artists Skengdo x AM were handed a nine-month prison sentence for performing their song “Attempted 1.0” at a London concert, with court labeling the offense as a “breach of a gang injunction.” U.K. drill was always going to find its seat in the scene — despite the authorities’ efforts to penalise the genre — and no one could have anticipated the rise that it’s had over the last five years. And while the origins of the sound came from the land of southside Chicago (thank you Chief Keef), British producers have expanded the sounds’ influence with sprinkles of afrobeats, bashment, grime, and R&B – and in drill’s current entirety, nothing seems to be off-limit. With this being said, drill music — and U.K. road rap — is consistently producing raw talent, and it’s giving ...
Best New Tracks: Smino x J. Cole, Freddie Gibbs, Kid Cudi
As the week in music comes to a close, HYPEBEAST has rounded up the best projects for the latest installment of Best New Tracks. This week’s list is led by Smino x J. Cole, Freddie Gibbs and Kid Cudi, who released the single “90 Proof” and the albums $oul $old $eparately and ENTERGALACTIC respectively. Also joining this week’s list are a variety of offerings from Honey Dijon with Channel Tres and Sadie Walker, Charlotte Dos Santos, Baby Tate, Burna Boy, Shygirl, Trippie Redd and Tee Grizzley. Smino x J. Cole – “90 Proof” [embedded content] Smino and J. Cole reunite for the latest track, “90 Proof.” A catchy and relaxing offering with simple yet exquisite production work from Groove and monte booker, the track is expected to appear on Smino’s upcoming record Lu...
Roddy Ricch Delivers Latest Single “Stop Breathing”
Roddy Ricch continues to deliver with his newest single, “Stop Breathing.” Clocking in at just under two minutes, the track features production from Turbo, JestonMade and Pooh You A Fool — whose collective work includes everyone from Travis Scott to J. Cole and Migos — and arrives with an accompanying music video that sees the young rapper on the road with Post Malone for the latter’s twelve carat toothache tour. Ricch is evidently enjoying the lifestyle that comes with his success, but also shows the hard work he is required to put in to reap his rewards. Just last month, Ricch joined forces with G Herbo and Doe Boy for “Ghetto Superstar,” which followed the EP THE BIG 3. Watch Roddy Ricch’s “Stop Breathing” music video above. In other new music releases, stream Freddie Gibb’s&n...
Freddie Gibbs Unleashes New Album $oul $old $eparately: Stream
After more than a decade of success as an independent artist, Freddie Gibbs has released his major label debut album, $oul $old $eparately, via ESGN/Warner Records. Stream it below via Apple Music or Spotify. The 15-track LP features appearances from Pusha T, Rick Ross, Scarface, Offset, Raekwon, and more. Producers on the project include close collaborators Madlib and The Alchemist, as well as Boi-1da, Justice League, Kaytranada, Jake One, and DJ Dahi. James Blake, Anderson .Paak, and Three 6 Mafia’s DJ Paul pulled double duty by producing and contributing vocals. In anticipation of $oul $old $eparately, Gibbs shared Rap Song of the Week “Too Much” featuring Moneybagg Yo and the James Blake-produced “Dark Hearted.” The Gary, Indiana rapper’s last full-length was 2020’s Alfredo in collabor...
LCD Soundsystem Share “New Body Rhumba,” First New Song in Five Years: Stream
LCD Soundsystem are back with their first new song in five years. James Murphy and company have today shared “New Body Rhumba,” their contribution to the soundtrack for Noah Baumbach’s upcoming film White Noise. The black comedy-horror stars Adam Driver and Greta Gerwig as a married couple whose idyllic life is thwarted by disaster. White Noise comes out in select theaters starting November 25th before it hits Netflix December 30th. “New Body Rhumba” is LCD’s first new music since their 2017 album American Dream, which arrived a whopping seven years after its predecessor This Is Happening. So, while we’d love if this meant there’s a new LCD album on the way, we’re just happy enough to get a one-off single from the indie veterans. Listen to “New Body Rhumba” below. Though LCD...
Pixies Unveil New Album Doggerel: Stream
Something to make you feel old today: It’s been 30 years since Pixies broke up the first time, and thanks to Doggerel, their new album that’s out today, the band have now released as many records since their reunion as they did during their original heyday. Needless to say, Pixies have grown up, and, as a press release explains, Doggerel shows that. “This time around we have grown,” guitarist Joey Santiago said. “We no longer have under two-minute songs. We have little breaks, more conventional arrangements but still our twists in there.” “We’re trying to do things that are very big and bold and orchestrated,” frontman Black Francis added. “The punky stuff, I really like playing it but you just cannot artificially create that shit. There’s another way to do this, there’s other things ...
M.I.A. Wants Us To Live Free on New Single “BEEP”: Stream
M.I.A. has always been an outspoken, boundary-pushing artist, and she’s no different on new single “BEEP.” Listen to the track below. “You can be who you wanna be,” goes the hook in “BEEP,” a short, slinky song rife with exotic percussion. Doing what she wants has always been M.I.A.’s MO, and she remains unbothered by that fact here: “I tried to tell you all what will happen to you/ I tried to make you see I was telling the truth/ I was tryna be everything you want me to be/ I can’t please everyone/ Imma let it BEEP BEEP,” she raps. No word on if the single’s “Be free” message is about vaccines, though. “BEEP” will appear on M.I.A.’s upcoming album MATA, which has yet to receive a release date. So far, however, the musician has previewed the project with the singles “The One” and “Popular....
Arctic Monkeys Drop New Single “Body Paint”
The rollout for the new Arctic Monkeys record The Car is well underway, with the four-piece dropping its newest single “Body Paint.” The followup to the lead single “There’d Better Be A Mirrorball,” which released in late August, “Body Paint” is released with an accompanying music video helmed by Brook Linder and starts off as a ballad-like cut before transforming into a heavier, guitar-laden track. It was first premiered during the group’s show in Brooklyn in last week and arrives just a few days after they announced a 2023 stadium tour, which will see them in Australia, the United Kingdom and Europe between January to June. In a previous interview with Big Issue, frontman Alex Turner explained that “on this record, sci-fi is off the table. We are back to earth” in comparison to its ...
Tekno – Pay
Check out this brand new single titled “Pay” by Tekno. Nigerian singer, Tekno, continues to thrill his fans as he drops a new single titled “Pay“. It is an impressive piece of music for your listening pleasure. This year Tekno has released a couple of solo singles which include; After Party, Jinja & Mufasa. He has also been featured on a few amazing songs like Buga by Kizz Daniel, Phyno’s released single Full Current, and Kelvyn Boy’s Down Flat song remix. Listen and share Tekno – Pay below. Download coming soon.
Freddie Gibbs Makes a Strong Case for Album of the Year With ‘$oul $old $eparately’
After a long wait, Freddie Gibbs has finally released his first solo studio album in four years, $oul $old $eparately, also affectionaly known as $$$. Clocking in at approximately 45 minutes, the 16-track record features guest appearances from Kelly Price, Offset, Moneybagg Yo, Rick Ross, Anderson .Paak, Raekwon, DJ Paul, Pusha T, Musiq Souldchild and Scarface, along with production work from some of Gibbs’ frequent collaborators like Madlib, The Alchemist and James Blake, as well as KAYTRANADA, Boi-1da, DJ Dahi, Jahaan Sweet and more. $$$ is an honest, reflective and creative piece of art from the Gary, Indiana-born rapper, with its title serving as the door to Gibbs’ psyche as one of hip-hop’s most respected figures — and what exactly comes with that honored yet dangerous territory. He d...
Maluma Gets Romantic With New Single ‘Junio’ at the 2022 Billboard Latin Music Awards
In a set straight from La Comuna 13 — a popular neighborhood in his hometown of Medellín, Colombia — Maluma performed his new single “Junio” at the 2022 Billboard Latin Music Awards. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The Colombian singer got romantic with this R&B-funk song co-written by his go-to collaborator, Edgar Barrera, where he sings about crushing hard on a girl that he’s thinking, “How cool would it be if you were my girlfriend?” But Maluma isn’t looking — in fact, he left it very clear that his heart is taken when he stepped down from the stage following his colorful performance to give his girlfriend Susana Gomez a sweet kiss. Maluma also took part in Billboard Latin Music Week, where he appeared for a Superstar Q&A and...
Nicky Jam Surprised by His Dad With Hall of Fame Award at 2022 Billboard Latin Music Awards
Nicky Jam entered the Billboard Hall of Fame on Thursday (Sept. 29) during the Billboard Latin Music Awards. Before accepting the special award, the hitmaker performed his latest single “Sin Novia.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Then, he was surprised by his father, José Rivera, who took the stage to present his son with the award. “Wow, I was not expecting this,” he started the speech. “I thought another artist would give me this, not my dad. But dad, you look beautiful. Thank you to Billboard, Leila Cobo for bringing my dad. I want to thank everyone that helped me get to where I’m at. Thank you to everyone who shared their studios with me. To Zion for giving me $500 to buy my ticket and go to Colombia. Thank you to all the old-schoo...
