Archive for February, 2013
The Chi-Town representer Lil Durk unleashes the official video for his track ‘Disappearing’. This appeared on his 2012 mixtape “Life Aint No Joke”, which can be downloaded here. His next project “Signed To Da Streets” is set to drop on April 3rd.
Watch the video below.
Back in 2011, Gucci Mane and Future teamed up for the first installment in the “Free Bricks” mixtape series. Now, Gucci has linked up with rising artist Young Scooter to give us “Free Bricks 2″. The tape comes with 16 new tracks and features from Waka Flocka, Wale. Young Dolph and Big Bank Black. Gucci isn’t slowing down anytime soon as he plans to release “Trap Back 2″ on March 15th and “Trap House 3″ on July 2nd. Scooter will be releasing his street album “Juughouse” on July 2nd.
Tracklist, stream and download link below.
Another day another rant. After performing in London and Paris, Kanye West made his way to Amsterdam for a show at the Heineken Music Hall. After performing ‘Clique’, he went on a rant and gave his thoughts on brands and creativity.
Watch the video below.
Snoop Dogg aka Snoop Lion has finally announced an exact release date for his upcoming album “Reincarnated”. According to a press release, the LP will be hitting stores on April 23rd and will feature guest appearances by Drake, Chris Brown, Busta Rhymes, T.I., Akon, Rita Ora and more. The “Reincarnated” documentary will be releasing in select theaters on March 15th. Here is what Snoop had to say about the project:
“We were searching for true reggae music and the message of peace and hope it reflects. It’s so much a part of who I am, and this record is all about paying homage and giving respect to those who created and love reggae music, and hopefully introducing it to a whole new audience. I feel truly honored to make this album and respect to all who blazed the path for me.”
Previously: Snoop Dogg Ft Angela Hunte – Here Comes The King (Video)
RFC’s 183rd just debuted his new 10-track instrumental project “Game Room” in which he samples classic video game themes from Street Fighter to Star Fox. The project also features this bonus posse cut called ‘Castlevania’ featuring Smoke DZA, NYMLo, Al-Doe, Chase N Cashe and DJ Will Gates. Grab the full tape here.
Listen to the track below.
Last night, Ab-Soul shut down New York City with a crazy show at SOBs. The TDE member ran through all this known tracks and had a ton of surprises. He was joined on stage by Kendrick Lamar, Schoolboy Q, Jay Rock, ASAP Rocky, Joey Bada$$ and Smoke DZA throughout the night for various performances.
Watch the performances below.
GBE member Fredo Santana’s long awaited mixtape “Fredo Kruger” is finally here. The tape is filled with features from Chief Keef, Future, Juelz Santana, Young Scooter, Soulja Boy, Fat Trel, Alley Boy, Trouble, Lil Durk and much more. Production comes from Young Chop, Mike Will Made It, 12 Hunna, TM88, Tarentino and more.
Tracklist, stream and download link below.
After remixing ‘Harlem Shake’, Azealia Banks is back with another new release. This time she remakes The Strokes’ 2001 single ‘Barely Legal’ with a new beat from Lindbregh Palace. She also announced that her first single ‘Yung Rapunxel’ will be released on March 26th. Her debut album “Broke With Expensive Taste” is expected to hit stores later this year.
Listen to the track below.
Gillie Da Kid joins forces with DJ Drama for the second installment in his “King Of Philly” mixtape series. The project features guest appearance by Meek Mill, Yo Gotti, Blu, Mistah F.A.B. and much more.
Tracklist, stream and download link below.
Elle UK have unveiled the two Rihanna covers for the April issue of their magazine. The shoot was done in Paris by Mariano Vivanco and has RiRi showing off pieces from her spring/summer 2013 collection for River Island.
Check out the second cover and footage from the photoshoot below.
