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Wu-Tang Clan Announce Epic Performance with Symphony Orchestra
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-21T02:11:18+00:00“>May 20, 2021 | 10:11pm ET Never mind the cicadas and prepare for a swarm of killa beez: The Wu-Tang Clan will assemble at Red Rocks in August 13th alongside the Colorado Symphony, turntablist Chris Karns, and Big Boi from Outkast. The Shaolin spitters last summoned their forces to Red Rocks for a Halloween show during the 25th anniversary tour. For this post-COVID return, the Clan are trying to match the heightened energy of that event by turning to the local masters. The Colorado Symphony calls Red Rocks its “unofficial summer home,” and since it’s currently there presenting a program of John Williams scores, we assume it will be up to the challenge of Wu...
Lil Nas X Unveils New Song “Sun Goes Down”: Stream
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-21T03:55:30+00:00“>May 20, 2021 | 11:55pm ET Ahead of his debut Saturday Night Live performance this weekend, Lil Nas X has released a new song, “Sun Goes Down”. It follows his most recent chart-topping hit, “Montero (Call Me By Your Name)”. Check it out via the accompanying music video below. In a Twitter post, Lil Nas X explained the meaning behind the clip. “In the ‘Sun Goes Down’ video I go back in time to visit a younger version self who’s struggling inside, hating himself, & doesn’t want to live anymore,” he wrote. “I try my best to uplift him. Can’t wait to share this song and video with you guys on Friday. This one is really special to me.” “Sun Goes Down” comes on th...
City Girls Finally Drop “Twerkulator” After Lengthy Clearance Battle: Stream
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-21T03:57:02+00:00“>May 20, 2021 | 11:57pm ET “Twerkulator” has arrived. That’s right, City Girls have finally released their long-embattled single nearly a year after it first leaked to the masses. The song’s long road to official release gained traction earlier this year, when a dance challenge to “Twerkulator” went viral on TikTok. At the time, everyone from Charli D’Amelio to Rico Nasty were uploading videos of themselves dancing to the track. However, City Girls ran into trouble getting the song cleared for release thanks to its infectious sample of Afrika Bambaataa & Soulsonic Force’s debut 1982 single “Planet Rock.” On March 23, Yung Miami announced to her nearly one mi...
ASAP Rocky Confirms Relationship With Rihanna, Says He is Working with Morrissey on New Album
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-19T16:17:10+00:00“>May 19, 2021 | 12:17pm ET With headlining sets at Rolling Loud and Governors Ball, Harlem rapper ASAP Rocky is set to make his big return this summer. In anticipation of the busy months ahead, Rocky sat down for a GQ interview in which he confirmed a relationship with Rihanna and revealed an unlikely collaborator on his upcoming album: Morrissey. Rocky described Rihanna as “the love of my life” and called her the One. “She amounts to probably, like, a million of the other ones,” he said. “I think when you know, you know. She’s the One.” The superstar musicians and fashion icons have known each other since Rocky opened for Rihanna on her 2013 world tour. They sp...
Smino Uncorks New Single “Rice & Gravy”: Stream
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-18T18:40:16+00:00“>May 18, 2021 | 2:40pm ET On Monday Smino teased a “new journey” on Twitter, and on Tuesday he took the first step with “Rice & Gravy”, his latest single with producer Monte Booker. The pair worked together as recently as last summer, when they dropped “Backstage Pass” featuring The Drums. Their chemistry is obvious, with Booker’s soulful production providing a rich backdrop for Smino’s smooth singing and cracked raps. “Rice & Gravy” keeps a woodwind riff bubbling on the stove, sprinkling in hand claps and stuttering drums for texture. “That’s what made me,” Smino croons, “Momma baby (Uh, uh), only son in her house/ She had to blame me, an...
J. Cole Drops New Video for “a m a r i”: Watch
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-17T18:45:36+00:00“>May 17, 2021 | 2:45pm ET J. Cole has shared a new music video for “a m a r i”, off of Friday’s The Off-Season. Watch it below. The Mez-directed clip opens with a shot of a Dreamville helicopter flying overhead as Cole performs the song. He dons a mafia suit and hat before revisiting his college years at St. John’s University. During a scene, the North Carolina native eats ramen noodles in his dorm room while the camera zooms over his collection of Platinum plaques. Named after the nephew of Dreamville rapper BAS, “a m a r i” is the second track off the new album. Co-produced by Cole with Timbaland, T-Minus, and Sucuki, the song finds Cole reflecting on his come...
Song of the Week: St. Vincent Brings ‘70s New York Glam With “Down”
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J. Cole, Rap’s Middle Child, Comes of Age on The Off-Season
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-14T18:39:31+00:00“>May 14, 2021 | 2:39pm ET As with most middle children, one tends to forget about them in favor of their older or younger sibling. The Off-Season, out today (May 14th), sees J. Cole — aka hip-hop’s self-proclaimed middle child — finally accepting and embracing his place, and letting everyone know that though he may exist between generations, he still has plenty to offer. A typical middle child is constantly seeking approval from either or both of their parents, only to find themselves ignored (and therefore disappointed). Cole has garnered similar scorn from a large sector of rap fans — look no further than his shots at Kanye West on “False Prophets” or his cont...
Danny Brown and Bruiser Brigade Records Drop New Album TV62: Stream
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-14T21:11:43+00:00“>May 14, 2021 | 5:11pm ET Danny Brown and Bruiser Brigade Records have dropped the new compilation album TV62. Stream it below via Bandcamp. Bruiser Brigade began as the title to one of Brown’s solo EPs, then morphed into a Detroit hip-hop collective and, now, a proper record label. So far this year it’s put out J.U.S.’ GOD GOKU JAY-Z, Fat Ray’s Santa Barbara, and Bruiser Wolf’s Dope Game Stupid. You’ll want to remember the names, because all three MCs shine on TV62. Brown himself lords over four of the 16 songs, but his presence as executive producer is felt on every track in the impeccable selection of beats. Most of the production comes fr...
Paris Texas Unveil New EP BOY ANONYMOUS: Stream
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-14T02:10:08+00:00“>May 13, 2021 | 10:10pm ET Paris Texas have unveiled their debut EP BOY ANONYMOUS. Stream it below with Apple Music and Spotify. Contrary to their name, Paris Texas aren’t actually from Paris, Texas. Rather, the duo of Louie Pastel and Felix hail from the Mecca of West Coast rap in Compton. While many young artists are eager to make statements that might draw attention to their art, Paris Texas seem to adhere to the old adage that a picture is worth a thousand words. Instead of interviews or elaborate press releases, they’ve been focused on a stunning Instagram feed full of cryptic, evocative imagery. They haven’t said exactly what they’re up to, but we kno...
J. Cole Releases New Album The Off-Season: Stream
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-14T03:59:28+00:00“>May 13, 2021 | 11:59pm ET J. Cole’s highly anticipated new album The Off-Season is finally here. It’s the North Carolina rapper’s eighth studio LP overall, following his 2018 record KOD. Stream it below via Apple Music and Spotify. The Off-Season spans 12 tracks in total, including his new single “i n t e r l u d e”. Mere hours before the album’s release, he teased fans by revealing the star-studded list of producers, which included Timbaland, Boi-1da, DJ Dahi, and Jake One. He also teamed up with Frank Dukes, Tae Beast, Maneesh, Wu10, Sucuki, Coleman, Tommy Parker, and others for beats. Earlier this week, J. Cole dropped Applying Pressure: ...
Nicki Minaj Releases Beam Me Up Scotty on Streaming Services with New Drake and Lil Wayne Track “Seeing Green”: Stream
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-14T04:19:56+00:00“>May 14, 2021 | 12:19am ET Nicki Minaj has made her early mixtape Beam Me Up Scotty available on streaming services for the first time, and with it comes the addition of five new tracks. Kicking off the tracklist is a massive collaboration called “Seeing Green”, which reunites the Minaj with former Young Money label mates Drake and Lil Wayne. There’s also a track called “Fractions” as well as remixes of Skillibeng’s “Crocodile Teeth”, G Herbo’s “Chi-Raq”, and PTAF’s “Boss Ass Bitch”. Beam Me Up Scotty, Minaj’s third mixtape, was originally released in April 2009. Across nearly 20 tracks, it contained collaborations with Lil Wayne, Drake, Gucc...
