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Pretty sure this has to be the 7th EP from Toronto, Ontario, Canada emcee Daniel Son. A member of the Brown Bag Money collective, his profile began to rapidly increase in the underground off projects like the Giallo Point-produced debut mixtape The Gunners or the Futurewave-produced sophomore album Yenaldooshi. He also teamed up with Raz Fresco for the spectacular collab album Northside paying homage to the roots of the Toronto hip hop scene & a few months after reuniting with Futurewave for the first time since Son Tzu & the Wav.God on Bushman Bodega & the Finn-produced Hare Brained Schemes a few months later. Almost a whole year since Baggage Claims though, he & Futurewave are…

Aj Snow returns with Out the Way, a confident follow-up to Smellin Like Success, continuing to build on his narrative of growth, focus, and self-made success. With production handled by Tristanware and Cornerboy Muzik, the project carries a cohesive sound that blends smooth, modern rap production with a motivational edge. The title track, “Out the Way,” sets the tone early, rooted in independence and self-sufficiency. Aj leans into the idea of staying low-key while leveling up, making it clear that distance and discipline are part of his formula. “Angeles Crest Highway” picks up the pace with high energy, delivering a…

Rappers 50 Cent, Rick Ross, Finesse2tymes and more are sharing their thoughts on the alleged robbery linked to Pooh Shiesty and Gucci Mane.On Thursday (April 2), following the U.S. Department of Justice’s announcement that federal charges had been filed against nine individuals—including Pooh Shiesty and Big30—for the alleged kidnapping and armed robbery of several victims at a Dallas music studio (with one victim purportedly being Gucci Mane), several rappers hopped on social media to express their opinions on the shocking news.50 Cent shared his thoughts in a since-deleted Instagram post. The G-Unit leader referenced Gucci Mane’s infamous 2005 shootout killing…

6ix9ine is back outside after serving three months behind bars for multiple probation violations.On Friday (April 3), 6ix9ine shared video of his release from the Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center in New York City. In the footage, Tekashi shows off a SpongeBob toy that he claims was signed by former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro while in lock-up. The rapper is greeted by Miami-based jeweler Vobara and presented with a gaudy new diamond necklace, which 6ix9ine claims cost over $2 million.”Fresh OUT THE FEDS $2,200,000 on the neck,” 6ix9ine captioned the post. “GOD IS THE GREATEST. MY LORD AND SAVIOR.  @vobara we…

More details have emerged in the alleged Pooh Shiesty robbery of Gucci Mane.On Thursday (April 2), news broke that Pooh, his father, Big30 and six other men have been charged with robbing and kidnapping three men—one of whom is reported to be Gucci Mane but is not listed by name in legal documents—during a business meeting in Dallas that turned violent back in January. During the meeting, Pooh allegedly produced an assault rifle and demanded that Gucci, who is listed as R.D. in the indictment, sign a contract release form, while members of Pooh’s entourage robbed Gucci and his team.…

dälek is an industrially abstract hip hop outfit from Newark, New Jersey now comprised of producer Mike Mare & none other than MC dälek himself. Their 1998 debut Negro Necro Nekros was a great introduction except the sophomore effort From Filthy Tongue of Gods & Griots and Absence are both widely considered to be their best. Abandoned Language, Gutter Tactics, Untitled, Asphalt for Eden, Endangered Philosophies & Precipice were all solid with some being better than others. My personal favorites around that time gap being Abandoned Language & Gutter Tactics. Anyways, they’re reuniting after 4 years for their 10th LP. “Better Than” sets the tone for this new era of the pairing’s career with an industrial boom bap instrumental venting they’re frustration…

This is the 4th studio LP from Los Angeles, California duo Coyote. Consisting of the Morales brothers LadiesLoveGuapo & Ricky Blanco, they went on to gain traction in late 2022 off their debut album Thicker than Water noted for its witty punchlines & East coast influences. Their 2024 sophomore effort L.Aliens quickly became their breakout project to the point where people were recommending to me & easily understood the appeal, coming off yoteLAndia to have Statik Selektah fully produce Machetes & Micheladas in it’s entirety a month after Penta became the new WWE Intercontinental Champion. After the “ApeXzibit” intro, the first song “Gimme a Hell Yeah!” featuring Conway the…

The U.S. Department of Justice has released photos of the victim’s injuries and suspects showing off stolen jewelry in the alleged robbery between Pooh Shiesty and Gucci Mane.On Thursday (April 2), the the DOJ revealed several photos taken from the alleged robbery and kidnapping of multiple men—one of whom is believed to be Gucci Mane—at gunpoint earlier this year. Nine suspects, including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30, were federally charged for kidnapping and robbing at gunpoint numerous victims at a music studio in Dallas, TX, on Jan. 10. In one of the photos, which can be viewed below, it appears…

J. Cole is joining the Chinese Basketball Association to hoop it up with CBA team Nanjing Monkey Kings.On Wednesday (April 1), the Chinese Basketball Association formally announced on their Instagram page that J. Cole has signed with the CBA and will play point guard with the CBA’s Nanjing Monkey Kings. The North Carolina rhymer arrived in China on the same day and got to work.In the video below, Cole is dropping buckets during his pre-game warmup. Unfortunately, he didn’t play in the team’s game later that night. However, in another video, Cole is seen on the court signing his first…

Ye’s Los Angeles comeback concert includes hits, a massive Earth and cameos from North and Don Toliver.Yeezy returned to the stage in the U.S. with his first of two shows at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Wednesday (April 1). As usual, the Chicago rapper had an interesting setup, which included him performing atop a huge hemisphere.Yeezy ran through the hits, performing tracks like “All Falls Down,” “Power,” “Jesus Walks,” “All of the Lights,” and more.He also performed new Bully tracks, including “Father,” and “All the Love” more. Ye made the event a family affair by bringing out his daughter, North,…