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Injury Reserve built a name through jagged, boundary-crossing Hip Hop out of Tempe, Arizona. After Stepa J. Groggs died at 32 in 2020, the group released By the Time I Get to Phoenix in 2021 as a raw processing of that loss. RiTchie and Parker Corey retired the Injury Reserve name out of respect, then resurfaced as By Storm in 2023. Their debut My Ghosts Go Ghost arrives January 30, 2026, on By(e) Storm / deadAir, clocking in at 46 minutes across nine tracks produced entirely by Corey. The album channels the absence of Groggs into every element. Lyrics circle…
Portsmouth, Ohio horrorcore trio & Long Live Evil founders Alla Xul Elu ending the 1st month of 2026 with their 7th LP. Consisting of Billy Obey as well as Joey Black & Lee Carver, they broke out a decade ago as a duo by releasing their first 2 albums Head of Horns & Sci-Co that same year. This was followed up with their 4/20-themed debut EP Necronomichron in 2017 & adding Carver into the fold shortly after, but it wasn’t until Twiztid signed them to Majik Ninja Entertainment in 2018 when the Xul Boys’ music got increasingly better. Their MNE debut The Almighty is unquestionably the greatest horrorcore album of the 2010s, their 2019 sophomore EP Church of Xul took a…
The late Chino XL returns with his fourth posthumous album, Prelude to the Mantis, serving as a follow-up to his previous release, Ascen7ion. The project is packed with dense lyricism, layered metaphors, and the sharp wordplay that defined his legacy. The intro track, “The Mantis,” immediately sets the tone with Chi’s signature intricate metaphors and commanding delivery. “Blue Bird” lifts off with emotionally driven spoken word, offering personal viewpoints and reflective themes. On “I Know,” Chino delivers rapid, hard-hitting lyricism, asserting dominance while the vocal chorus reinforces exactly who the listener is dealing with. “Steezy” showcases fast-paced, masterful wordplay over a club-style beat blended with soulful elements, perfectly matching…
Kevin Gates believes he could have cured his father of AIDS if he were still alive today.On Wednesday (Jan. 28), Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast aired a new interview with Gates on YouTube. During the conversation, Shannon asked Gates about his father passing away from AIDS when the rapper was a teenager. Gates confirmed that his dad died of AIDS from using infected needles. The Louisiana rapper also said he thinks he could have helped his father beat the disease if it had happened today.”That’s what made me get into holistic medicine,” Gates said. “I was with him for…
Nicki Minaj’s recent endorsement of President Trump has come with a reward, as she has been granted U.S. citizenship following a controversial appearance with the POTUS.On Wednesday (Jan. 28), Nicki Minaj joined President Trump on stage as he delivered a speech during the Treasury Department’s Trump Accounts Summit at Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, DC. It looks like Nicki’s unyielding support of the MAGA regime has paid off. Shortly after the event, she shared a photo on X of a Trump Gold Card.The card grants citizenship to illegal aliens, for a price. According ot the Department of Homeland Security website, applicants…
With his debut solo offering, Gracias Por Nada, Nadathing powerfully upholds the ORGANIZED KRIME tradition, delivering the raw, unapologetic sound that defines hip-hop out of Norwalk, CA. This project is a testament to his growth as an emcee, showcasing a more refined and focused artistic voice while maintaining the gritty authenticity that is the crew’s signature. Though concise as an 8-track endeavor, it avoids feeling incomplete, instead operating with a concentrated potency that many full-length albums lack. The project’s strength lies in its disciplined execution, with each track serving a clear purpose in painting a vivid portrait of Nadathan’s world and…
Next month, High Focus Records CEO Fliptrix of The Four Owls will release his 11th solo album called Elevation produced by Forest DLG a.k.a. Telemachus. For the 7th single “Freedom?”, he & High Focus alumni Coops team up so they both provoke us into questioning the state of the world as it spirals downward in real time. Almost 4 weeks away, Elevation‘s been shaping up to be another special entry in Fliptrix’ discography much like Mantra #9 & Dragonfly were on top of a great start to the Hove, East Sussex imprint’s 2026. Source link
A$AP Rocky is turning heads at Paris Fashion Week 2026 with his custom skull rings.On Tuesday (Jan. 27), Pretty Flocko was on hand at the Chanel fashion show as part of Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2026 held at the Grand Palais in Paris. The Harlem, N.Y. rapper was dripped out in Chanel, or Chaney Ney as he likes to call it. However, it was his custom rings, which each feature a differently designed skull, that stole the show.Rocky revealed in an interview with Lara Volpato that the four pieces were designed by him personally in collaboration with his jewelry brand PAVĒ NITĒO…
Hip-hop pioneer KRS-One, the Blastmaster and philosopher who famously declared that “knowledge and music cannot be separated,” has announced his expansive “My Philosophy European Tour 2026” for Spring and Summer, framing it as a mission to the heart of underground culture. Fans can expect a masterclass in boom-bap and consciousness, featuring cornerstone anthems like “My Philosophy,” “Sound of da Police,” and “MC’s Act Like They Don’t Know,” which bridge generations of listeners. The tour will traverse a diverse array of venues, from intimate clubs to festival stages, delivering a promise of authentic hip-hop whether you’re there for the beats, the…
Ye fans will have to wait until March to hear his new Bully album, as the rapper has reportedly pushed back the release after inking a new partnership deal with independent music company, Gamma.Ye’s new album was scheduled to arrive on Friday (Jan. 30). On Wednesday (Jan. 28), Rolling Stone reported that the LP will now arrive on March 20. The latest delay comes after Yeezy signed a deal with Gamma. Gamma was formed in 2023 by former Apple executive Larry Jackson and record executive Ike Youssef. The company is also home to artists like Sexyy Red, Rick Ross, French…