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Best New Tracks: SAINt JHN, Yung Lean, Rico Nasty and More
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 lineup is led by long-form drops from SAINt JHN, Eem Triplin and Joey Bada$$ and singles from Don Toliver x j-hope, Paris Texas, Rico Nasty, Coco Jones, JENNIE x Doechii, Bakar and Yung Lean.SAINt JHN – FESTIVAL SEASONSAINt JHN is back with his first album in almost half a decade. FESTIVAL SEASON, what the musician is referring to as “the first half of Collection II” follows up his third studio album While The World Was Burning, and comes almost seven years after his debut with Collection One. The 18-track album is also what SAINt JHN refers to as his "most extroverted" release, consisting of singles "Poppin," "Glitching" and "Body On Me."Spotify | App...
Memphis Depay and MC Hariel Release a Funk Collaboration Bridging Football and Favelas
In an unexpected yet exciting collaboration, Brazilian funk star MC Hariel and Dutch football player Memphis Depay have joined forces to release a four-track EP titled FALANDO COM AS FAVELAS (Talking to the Favelas). This unique project marks Depay's debut in the Brazilian music scene and highlights the growing intersection between sports, music, and social consciousness.Depay, who currently plays for Corinthians and has a history with renowned clubs like Manchester United, Barcelona, and Atlético de Madrid, has long held a passion for music. His interest in Brazilian funk led him to connect with Hariel, a veteran of the genre known for his socially conscious lyrics and massive hits. The collaboration, facilitated by their mutual friend DJ Nine, resulted in a whirlwind of creativity. The d...
Lords of Acid announce 2025 US tour with new singer Carla Harvey
The "Praise the Lords" outing will feature support from Little Miss Nasty. Lords of Acid Announce 2025 US Tour with New Singer Carla Harvey Spencer Kaufman
Angela Bassett Feels She Was “Deserving” Of Oscar For Her Performance In ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’
We all still agree that Angela Bassett was robbed.
Malcolm X’s Legacy in Hip-Hop: 5 Songs That Reference Him
Malcolm X is a revolutionary figure, and his influence still hits hard today, even in the world of Hip-Hop. Today marks 60 years since his death, and if he were still around, he’d be celebrating his 100th birthday. His legacy is all over hip-hop, with rappers constantly referencing his name to highlight the struggles, resistance, […]
Federal Judge Passes On DOJ & Mayor Eric Adams Ruling—For Now
A federal judge passed on making a ruling on the Department of Justice's motion to dismiss federal charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, which has been called a "quid pro quo" for Adams' alleged help to President Donald Trump.
T-Pain Is Selling Publishing Catalog and Select Masters to HabourView Equity Partners
In today's latest music industry moves, T-Pain has agreed to sell his publishing catalog and select masters to HarbourView Equity Partners. Selling over 50 million singles in the course of his career, T-Pain has cemented himself as an industry legend. He amasses billions of streams across the world and has accumulated over 10 Billboard Hot 100-charting singles. Some of his biggest hits have landed him six Grammys with this year marking two decades since the release of his most popular tracks, "Buy U a Drank (Shawty Snappin')," "Bartender (feat. Akon)," "I'm N Luv (Wit a Stripper) feat. Mike Jones," Flo Rida's "Low" and "I'm Sprung." In a statement regarding his most recent deal, T-Pain said, "I'm excited for this next chapter and to partner with HarbourView Equity as they help preserve the...
Don Toliver Makes a Statement with “LV Bag” Featuring J-Hope and Pharrell
Houston rapper and singer Don Toliver is back with a fresh new track, "LV Bag," featuring BTS' J-Hope and legendary producer-artist Pharrell Williams. The collaboration fuses Toliver’s smooth melodic rap, Pharrell’s signature production, and J-Hope’s dynamic delivery, resulting in a track dripping with luxury and confidence.Despite its name, "LV Bag" isn’t just about designer fashion - it’s about the flex, the lifestyle and the money that fuels it. The track rides on a laid-back yet infectious beat, weaving smooth bass lines, subtle synths and a hypnotic rhythm that make it effortlessly cool.The song first made waves when Pharrell and Nigo debuted it as the backtrack to Louis Vuitton’s Men’s Fall/Winter 2025 runway show in Paris. As a global ambassador for the brand, J-Hope attended the ev...
Consequence Crossword: “The Return of Ska”
Grab nine or ten of your closest friends. Consequence Crossword: “The Return of Ska” Wren Graves
J6 Prison Choir to Perform at Kennedy Center
Trump recently appointed himself as chairman of the performing arts center in Washington, DC. J6 Prison Choir to Perform at Kennedy Center Alex Young
Yung Lean Kicks Off ‘Jonatan’ With “Forever Yung”
Yung Lean has dropped off the first single lifted from his imminent Jonatan album. After revealing plans for the forthcoming project at the end of January, the enigmatic Swedish artist has made his official return to the music scene by offering up the first glimpse into the anticipated album -- delivering its lead single entitled "Forever Yung." The project is now confirmed to be releasing on May 2 and will serve as his sixth studio album and his first individual album since the release of 2020's Starz.Aidan Zamiri -- whose recent credits include Charli XCX and Billie Eilish -- directed the track's accompanying music video, which features not only Yung Lean, but his real friends -- including the other two members of Sad Boys, both Yung Sherman and Gud -- family and fans. Lean had reposted ...
Wiz Khalifa “So Many Pounds Freestyle,” B.G “I Don’t Give A F**k” & More | Daily Visuals 2.20.25
Check out the rest of today’s drops including work from DJ Paul, Akon and Krayzie Bone, Fredo Bang and Tec, and more.
