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This is the 6th EP from New Orleans, Louisiana based emcee/producer La Reezy. Introducing himself in 2023 off the full-length studio debut Reeborn, he would go on to follow it up with the debut EP We All Need Help as well as both Welcome to La Reezyana & Pardon Me, I’m Different preceding the self-produced Lareezyana Shakedown this past September. The latter I would personally tell you is the greatest thing he’s made so far. Coming off Free99$ however, the Leader of da Uth isn’t looking to slow down. “Potna” comes off the rip with a boisterous dirty south instrumental talking about him getting ready to flip in this bitch while “Respect da Yungin’”…

This is the 9th studio LP from Kansas City, Missouri emcee Joey Cool. Starting out as a long-time affiliate of local independent hip hop powerhouse Strange Music dropping a total of 4 mixtapes & a studio album on his own until Tech N9ne decided to officially sign him to the Snake & Bat in 2017, he then dropped an eponymous sophomore effort the next spring followed by Old Habits Die Hard as well as Coolie High & I Tried to Be Normal Once. Coming off the break he took last year following The Chairman of the Board as well as the Mario Casalini-produced Enjoy the View & Roller Coaster, he’s making a return by saying Time Will Tell.…

Here is the 5th extended play from Buffalo, New York emcee Jae Skeese. Starting in 2010 off his debut mixtape W.A.C.K. (Women, Alcohol, Cash & Kicks), it wasn’t until a decade later where he & 7xvethegenius gained wide exposure as the very first signees to Conway the Machine’s very own Drumwork Music Group. The Big Ghost Ltd.-produced 3rd EPAuthenticity Check & the sophomore effort Abolished Uncertainties both elevated Skeese’s popularity in the last couple years. Coming off the Superior-produced Testament of the Times & elevating from Ground Level though, coming off 40 Hours with the Ill Tone-produced Good Part. “Paralysis” chops up a soul sample to get things going talking about feeling like nobody’s above him whereas…

Fresh off a relentless creative run, underground stalwart Homeboy Sandman has unveiled the striking new music video for “Prayer Mat,” shot guerrilla style during last week’s blizzard in Brooklyn. The visual captures the elite MC trudging through snow covered streets, delivering razor-sharp bars against a stark white winter backdrop. The track finds Sandman in rare form, weaving intricate lyricism over a soulful instrumental while braving the elements to bring fans a truly one-of-a-kind visual experience . It’s the latest offering from an artist who has spent years building a dedicated fanbase through consistency and authenticity, proving once again that neither snow…

The details for Lil Poppa’s funeral are finalized. The late rapper’s sister recently announced that Poppa’s service will happen this weekend.On Tuesday (March 3), Lil Poppa’s sister, Orieon Wheeler, announced via social media that the late rapper’s funeral will take place on Saturday (March 7) at Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church in his hometown of Jacksonville, Fla. Security will be enforced, and no phones, Meta glasses or recording devices are permitted inside. Additionally, no handbags or purses will be allowed in the venue.For people who will be unable to attend the funeral, Orieon announced on Wednesday (March 4), that Poppa’s funeral…

Lil Yachty reveals his Mount Rushmore of SoundCloud rappers and his picks might be surprising to fans.In an interview on Bootleg Kev’s podcast, which premiered on Feb. 25 on YouTube, Lil Yachty shared his personal Mount Rushmore of SoundCloud rappers that he believes were major figures on the streaming platform during the late 2010’s.”In my opinion, I always said it was me, [Lil] Uzi [Vert], X [XXXTentacion] like we’re talking actual SoundCloud,” he said. “In my opinion, I’ll probably get some flack for this, but I’d say Lil Tracy. He was such a huge figure. Oh, and [Playboi] Carti. I…

Hailing from the Bronx, now repping Lancaster, PA, Treee & Liquorr, the dynamic duo of Kris Blaze and Jay.Alexx, are “Rap Saviors,” a standout cut from their debut mixtape, Students Of Hip Hop Vol. 1. This video is a love letter to the 90s, seamlessly blending classic vibes with modern effects to frame a lyrical heavyweight bout between the two emcees, where punchlines and pure passion for the culture take center stage. While the track is an undeniable showcase of boom-bap prowess and lyrical combat, the project digs deeper, painting a raw picture of life in low-income neighborhoods, the fight for…

Lil Durk’s daughter Bella Banks pulls a TikTok prank on her father over the jail phone and it was captured on video.On Wednesday (March 4), Lil Durk’s daughter, Bella Banks, hopped on her Instagram page and shared a video of herself pulling a viral prank on her dad during a phone call from jail. In the clip, which can be viewed below, Bella informs her followers that she’s going to prank her father with the “PC Prank,” which has become a viral trend on TikTok.During the call, Durk’s 12-year-old daughter begins to detail a story about meeting a “new girl…

Lil Baby is purchasing the old houses he used to hustle in front of in Atlanta.On Wednesday (March 4), the Quality Control rapper released the latest episode of his WHAM Vlog on YouTube. This episode finds Baby returning to his old neighborhood in the Oakland City section of ATL with his sons and showing off the homes he recently purchased.”I made history in this same exact spot, now I’m making history again,” Lil Baby says. “I’m buying it for my son. They trying to take our neighborhood, I gotta put my foot down. I gotta have me some. Save the…

Apple Music has implemented new AI transparency tags to flag content that is created by artificial intelligence.The music streaming giant announced the amendment on Wednesday (March 4). The latest update to Apple Music now features what they are calling Transparency Tags, a series of disclosure labels that music distributors and record companies will now be required to use.The tags will be applied to four components: track, composition, music Video and artwork.  If AI was used to create a “material portion,” it is now required to be listed under the AI Transparency Tag. However, disclosure is up to the distributor and record…