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Interview: 3LetterzNuk Talks about Bringing the Heat on ‘I’m Back’
By: Randall Radic
Tags: 3letterznuk, Im Back, Music, Interview, Hip Hop

3LetterzNuk

Atlanta-based rapper 3LetterzNuk dropped a new mixtape, I’m Back, not long ago via ZENtertainment/Sony Music.

3LetterzNuk first made an impact in 2015, when he signed with FloRida’s IMG imprint. Now with ZENtertainment/Sony Music, he’s definitely back and ready to go, which explains the mixtape’s title — I’m Back.

3LetterzNuk’s track record witnesses his talent: over 9 million streams with Aaron Carter on “Fool’s Gold” and almost 2 million streams on “I Wonder,” featuring Marco Foster. 3’s dope fusion of pop, hip-hop, and cool textures of R&B generates tasty banging sonic concoctions.

Pop Off sat down with 3LetterzNuk to delve into his influences, what he’s listening to right now, and how he keeps his sound unique.

What three things can’t you live without?

My family, music, and running water.

What’s your favorite song to belt out in the car or the shower?

The song “Move Your Feet” by Junior Senior.

How did you get started in music? What’s the backstory there?

When I was in high school, my friends invited me to the studio. I found that I was impatient with their creative process, so I got up and went in the booth and started freestyling. They were impressed with my rhythm, cadence, and my voice. When I saw their reactions, it was the first time I felt gifted with entertaining. I’ve always wanted to be in entertainment but mostly as an actor. But when I got the reaction, and it was different than when I acted, danced, or played basketball, I was hooked.

What musicians influenced you the most?

Jay-Z, Drake, and Chris Brown are three of my most prominent influences.

3LetterzNuk

Which artists are you listening to right now?

DaBaby, Lil Baby, Young Thug, Rich Homie Quan, KCamp, and Tory Lanez are some of my top listens of the moment.

What was the inspiration for your new I’m Back mixtape?

Honestly, the youth inspired the sound. I tapped in with a lot of what the younger people were listening to and consuming which influenced the mixtape.

How do you keep your sound fresh and avoid coming across as derivative?

I am constantly working on my own music and it evolves into something unique based on my creativity at that time.

What can you share about your songwriting process?

It’s completely organic. Sometimes I have to be riding in the car. Sometimes I have to be in an open space in the studio. Sometimes I have to be alone with my headphones and just sit down and study the beat over and over.

How have you been handling the coronavirus situation?

I just dropped new music for the first time in two years. I’m pretty excited about it and I’ve been working super hard on that. The quarantine has been a blessing in disguise, as it made me concentrate on the music. I wrote the 9 new singles on the mixtape, while in quarantine.

Why do you make music?

Because it’s on the inside of me and there’s nothing I love more than spending my time creating.

Follow 3LetterzNuk Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Spotify | Website
Its Not That My Music Isn’t Good
By: Patrick D.J. Williams
Tags: Albums Of The Decade, Music, Cashapp, Rap, Hip Hop

It’s not that my music isn’t good, it’s just that it’s so much better then what your use too so it flows right through your ears and you forget it’s me

My freestyle game different cause I was homeless and would just rap all night so, they just not flowing as smooth as me , they might wow you with some fast flow yet that ain’t biggin’ it with the pac tone

I don’t even like to self promote my music like that cause the game is full of self promoters, all glitz and glamour

I never heard someone who can freestyle like me , not even on my ego just on some facts, freestyle game vicious

Tell me if any of my posts are bullshit, I’ll take it down.

Tell me which one of my songs isn’t forever hiphop and I’ll unpublished it rn

They not fkn with my real estate album. #1 , don’t ever get me mistaken , I make hit records nothing else

If you can rap ANY of my songs WORD FOR WORD, I will cash you out! Go ahead,

Drop your cash app

Ohhh IF YOU CAN SPIT my “eleven minute freestyle” word for word DROP YOUR CASH APP!!!

If you can spit “No Regrets” word for word, drop your cash app

If you can spit “It’s FUNNY How…” word for word,

drop your cash app

If you can spit “Welcome To Vegas Theme Song” word for word, drop your cash app

If you can rap “Shoes & Women”

word for word

drop your cash app

Instead of tryna sell y’all my real estate album, I’m going to pay you to listen to it

Drop cash apps

A handful of fans commented their cash app

If you need money you can come work for my record label & your first task is to stream my music

Drop your cash app

I’m giving out money to people who support my music

Drop cash apps

I was going to change my marketing strategy to something more clever then I realized that y’all would see right through it so I’m just keeping it 100

I actually don’t need any more fans then are already right here on my Facebook to hit 1M streams on Spotify

It’s not that I have to make a flashy music video with some models or grow a Twitter or IG account, it’s just that I have to literally post on here all day and all night for 18 years for anyone to notice my music or my business

It’s not that I have to expand my following, it’s just that Facebook be making my posts not show up to my friends on here so I got to post 1,000 more times to reach the same audience I’ve grown over the last 18 years…

It means I have to post 1,000 more times then I did before because there’s enough people on my Facebook alone to reach 1M streams on Spotify
Daily Stuntz — A Win in 2020: The E40 and Too Short Event from Verzuz
By: Joe Stuntz
Tags: Verzuz, Daily Blog, Hip Hop

I like highlighting wins, especially this year, and the battle from Saturday night from Verzuz with E40 and Too Short playing decades of music and telling stories of 30+ years of making bay area rap was certainly that.

In roughly 2000/2001 a friend’s older brother introduced me to E-40 and the Charlie Hustle album became, and still is, one of my favorite hip hop albums. The lingo, the unique rapping style, the bay area style beats were new and I loved it. It was great see him celebrated (250k live viewers at any point in the night) along with Too Short who himself has put out albums in the 80s, 90s, 2000s, 2010s, and 2020 and who helped shape parts of rap music.

There were many great moments (and a truly incredible number of words I am not comfortable including this in post ) including a few captured in this post by Verzuz — https://twitter.com/verzuzonline/status/1340834067437240327?s=20.

If you need just two things to take away from this particular battle and not the music in general, first, E-40 is a phenomenal dancer. https://www.vulture.com/2020/12/watch-e-40-dancing-in-verzuz-battle-against-too-short.html documented it nicely and yes I tried a few of his moves myself. Steph Curry also tried, but E-40 is a tough act to follow https://twitter.com/Ballislife/status/1340649531730497536?s=20

Second, the E-40 lingo is amazing. “ankle low to a centipedes toe” “aint no telling what jack told hellen” and many others are going to lead me to a whole lot of searching lyrics and internet research.

I like seeing legends get love especially when they never got the recognition they deserved in the moment (LA, NYC, ATL, and probably a few other places have gotten most of the rap attention and not the Bay) and it is great to see people just have a bunch of fun doing what they clearly love. Thanks to everyone involved and I hope Verzuz keeps it up in 2021.
Social Media Marketing: Can You Trademark a Hashtag?
By: Aénl Agency
Tags: Digital Marketing, Facebook Marketing, Google Marketing, Spotify Marketing, Hip Hop

Social Media Marketing: Can You Trademark a Hashtag?

Relation between Social Media and a Hashtag The word or phrase Hashtag is preceded by a hash sign (#) highly used on social media websites and applications to identify messages on a specific topic. Mainly it is used for social media Marketing purpose. The initiator has introduced hashtag with the intention to maximize the reach […]
Falling Into A Dream State
By: Sandra Szubert
Tags: Creative Writing, Creativity, Poetry, Hip Hop, Meditation

Photo by Mo from Pexels

Take a moment to chill,

a moment to be real.

Real deep in this mood,

of hip hop beats,

as you begin to fly through…

There’s nothing else here,

but this beat and you,

so lay back,

let’s ride,

through this dream come true…

Imagine yourself flying through clouds,

you don’t have to worry,

there ain’t no crowds…

Fly,

fly baby,

go fast or go slow,

there’s no one here to judge,

you’re just here to accept,

all that makes you blessed.

Let go of the hurry,

let go of the worry…

Feel all that is tense,

hold it for a moment,

with a deep breathe,

and as you let go,

release all that isn’t meant…

Feel the flow,

In every breathe you blow.

Breathe in…

and out.

Now…imagine a white light,

running through your body,

cleaning all that’s toxic,

and making it all un-toxic.

Breathe in,

and slowly breathe out…

You’re the driver,

so where will you take us next?
The History of Social Media Since 1994
By: Aénl Agency
Tags: Digital Marketing, Facebook Marketing, Google Marketing, Spotify Marketing, Hip Hop

The History of Social Media Since 1994

The story and history of Social Media The history of social media is an important milestone for business and websites. Social networking may seem like a fairly new marvel on the Internet with Twitter and Facebook being the two most popular, but in reality, social is not and never was just devised of these two […]
Put That On Your Playlist: What does our love of OutKast really mean?
By: Charles Blouingascon
Tags: Music, Culture, Outkast, Rap, Hip Hop

Player’s Ball the odd song out. Yeah look, sometimes we can’t fit every good song on the playlist; it doesn’t mean that we hate the greatest Christmas song of all time, merely that we prefer other songs to it. The problem for Player’s Ball comes from our irrational love for Slump, song №7 on Aquemini and which beats out Player’s Ball here. The solace for Player’s Ball, thus, needed to come from the greatest hits album, but there was a problem there also: listed at №12 on the tracklist of that album, it had to overcome SpottieOttieDopaliscious — and nothing was ever going to beat that song.

There is strength in numbers. The playlist was doing great the more albums we had to pick songs from. But as the duo progressed in their career and became more popular they created longer and more sprawling albums, albums that were still great in their own right but which didn’t always hit the mark they set out to. And for the purpose of this exercise, we had fewer picks for, say, song 23 than we had for song 5.

It doesn’t but OutKast should rhyme with versatility. What ‘Kast accomplished — and yes, let’s say it in the past tense because by now there’s just about zero chance that we’ll ever get another album from them — over their career is fairly impossible to understate how monumental it was: not only did they try their hand at just about every style they could, they excelled at every style that they did. Because of that versatility, their impact and legacy have been long lasting. They broke down doors for acts from the South, starting out their career hellbent on proving that folks from the ATL had something to say and living up to that promise every step of the way.

All in all, we wrote something like 8,000 words on one of our favourite duos in hip-hop history. Much like their career output, not all 8,000 of them were outstanding and excellent but we tried our funkiest. That’ll have to do for today, ski ski.
Death Grips Are A Little Scary — But Their Music Is Unstoppable
By: Isaiah Mccall
Tags: Experimental, Innovation, Music, Culture, Hip Hop

Death Grips Are A Little Scary — But Their Music Is Unstoppable

Death Grips are angry. No one knows why.

The experimental hip-hop trio from Sacramento, California is loud, abrasive, and in an odd way, pure. Death Grips is from the gut, as frontman MC Ride puts it.

“Lyrically, Death Grips represent the glorification of the gut…the id..summoned, tapped, and channeled before being imprisoned and raped by the laws of reason…”

If it sounds scary, it is. Nothing can prepare you for the first time you listen to the group. You will almost certainly hate it. This is why Death Grips fans have memefied the first listening experience; they call it getting noided.

Abrasive Ear-Candy

The rest of the group comprise of Zach Hill on drums, who has once said:

“[He] wants to create a drone-like sound from his drums by playing as rapidly but simply as possible.”

Hill plays like a gorilla who grew up listening to Keith Moon and Sonic Youth.

Lastly, there’s Andy Morin, who creates horrifying beats from another planet. But for some reason or another, they are just as catchy as some of the best pop beats you’ll ever hear.

Popular internet music critic Anthony Fantano calls their music ‘Abrasive Ear-Candy’

This kind of sound shouldn’t work. It won’t work the first seven or eight times you listen to it. Then something happens. No one can explain it. Death Grips starts to sound normal.

The beats start to sound dope. The lyrics from manic psychopath MC Ride make sense. Death Grips becomes your favorite band. This will almost certainly happen to you push past the first few uncomfortable experiences.
I have a newsletter.
By: Gary Suarez
Tags: Music Criticism, Rap Music, Music Journalism, Rap, Hip Hop

It’s called CABBAGES.

It’s about hip-hop.

You can read it here.
Timeless With a Fresh Twist: The Hip Hop Nutcracker
Tags: Nutcracker, Christmas, Dance, The Nutcracker, Hip Hop

There are certain things our brains automatically think of around the holidays. Yes, Mariah Carey. That’s a given. We’re also thinking about other classics too like, The Nutcracker.

This year, experience The Nutcracker like you’ve never seen it before. The Hip Hop Nutcracker is a fresh, holiday mash-up the entire family will enjoy.

The Hip Hop Nutcracker

The Hip Hop Nutcracker is a contemporary dance spectacle set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless music. Directed and choreographed by Jennifer Weber, this unique, evening-length production is performed by a supercharged cast. Vibe and feel the energy and holiday spirit from a dozen all-star dancers, a DJ, a violinist, and, last but not least, MC Kurtis Blow — one of hip hop’s founding fathers, will open the show with a short set.

The Hip Hop Nutcracker

Sticking loosely to the original story, in The Hip Hop Nutcracker, Maria-Clara and the Nutcracker Prince go on a dream adventure battling a gang of mice, visiting the land of sweets and learning the lessons the holiday season brings. Innovative, colorful digital graffiti and visuals transform the landscape of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s beloved story from traditional 19th Century Germany to the vibrant, diverse sights and sounds of contemporary New York City.



The dynamic performers of The Hip Hop Nutcracker take us on a journey that celebrates love, community and the magic of the holiday season.

The Hip Hop Nutcracker

The Hip Hop Nutcracker is a re-imagined, re-mixed version of a classic that’s fun for the whole family. So we thought of a perfect snack pairing for the show that fits with that idea.

First, a fun, classic, homemade Chex Mix fit for the holidays. Next, the re-mixed Chex Mix snack: Puppy Chow.

Whichever snack you choose (or make both!), we hope you tune in and veg out in the coolest way possible.

The Hip Hop Nutcracker was recorded live at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center and is available to stream from December 19th-20th.

Learn more and purchase tickets on Towwn.

Learn more about the new (and free!) Towwn iPhone app. With 300+ livestreams, virtual events, podcasts, films and classes, Towwn puts the best Art & Culture experiences in the palm of your hand.
Put That On Your Playlist: A Bad Note
By: Charles Blouingascon
Tags: Music, Culture, Outkast, Rap, Hip Hop

Song: A Bad Note

Album: Idlewild

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If you thought we were kinda harsh on what’s ultimately a fairly enjoyable and harmless song in When I Look In Your Eyes, just sit back and relax.

A Bad Note is the lone track №25 on any OutKast album and therefore makes the playlist by default. It’s messy and, frankly, simply not good. At eight minutes and 47 seconds, it’s also a chore to get through.

That’s all we have to say about it and that’s all we’ll say about it.

— — —

Beat: 4/10

Lyrics: 4/10

Overall: 4/10
Wear Many Hats Episode 7 — Marv Mack
By: Wear Many Hats
Tags: Podcasting, Philly, Wear Many Hats, Marv Mack, Hip Hop

Hey everyone its rashad and this is Wear Many Hats presented by Dahsar where we talk about your main gig then we talk about your side hustle.

Marv Mack is one of the kids I’ve actually never met when I never went to University of the Arts. He is a video producer and director. He has worked for several companies that you may have heard of such as The Fader, Buzzfeed, Thrillist, and Business Insider. He has a Podcast called Good Ass Job which is a pretty good ass podcast where he speaks with people that have a good ass job and discusses what they do to elevate their careers.

I’m very happy to call Marv a friend of mine, please welcome Marv to the show, hey Marv!

How are you?

The last time I saw you was at the opening for the Dahsar Commercial Type launch in Soho. Thank you again for coming out.

Musician as well tell me about your humble beginnings?

Philly venues such as The Blockley, Voltage Lounge.

Missed opportunities with Tierra Whack.

Why we moved to NYC. For more exposure.

Tell me more about your new project!

Marvelous is the new record coming out at the end of the year. Following Golden Band Aids.

Tell me, is music the end game?

You’re a graphic designer at heart but you work in film, why the career change?

Want to plug anything? Your socials?

How we end the podcast is that if you were to get a chest tattoo quote in olde english what would your phrase be?

Till next time this is Wear Many Hats with your host Rashad presented by Dahsar. Peace.

Check the video out on YouTube.

Listen to Wear Many Hats presented by Dahsar on Spotify, Apple, Stitcher, or Mixcloud.
Pretti Emage Live, also Performing: Shaadoh Session and various artists and performers.
Tags: Live Events, Tampa, Events, Hip Hop

MLK Day Celebration Concert. Pretti Emage Live, also Performing: Shaadoh Session and various artists and performers.

On the rise female rap Duo Pretti Emage will be Performing Live at the MLK Day Celebration Concert at Limelight Night Club in Tampa Florida!! Also Performing live is “The Songstress” and Duval’s own Shaadoh Session! LADIES DRINK FREE ALL NIGHT! $10 and $15 Early bird tickets are now on sale email for details.

RiskyBiznessEnt@gmail.com

POWERED BY: Hustlaz of The Bay and Risky Bizness Entertainment

DATE : January 18, 2021

LOCATION:

Limelight

5305 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL 33603

LINKS

www.PrettiEmage.com

www.ShaadohSession.com

EVENT LINK

https://fb.me/e/12ymOBWSc

More about Pretti Emage

Pretti Emage, pronounced Pretty Image, is an American Hip Hop and R&B duo originating from Tampa, Florida formed by two sisters, Jaleesah “Mizz Attitude” Riley and Zayah “Baby Girl” Riley. Their music, which is a blend of Hip Hop, Pop and R&B first entered the music scene back in 2016. Since then their music has soared their career and even won them a plethora of accolades for their musical accomplishments. Their hard driven beats and energy fueled lyrics has catapulted them into a lane of their own. Growing up in a musical family it was destined for these young ladies to choose the music industry as their purpose and calling. While aiming for success and still at the precipice of their career they continue to reach higher heights as their music continues to evolve. As independent artists, these sisters have even graced some of the biggest stages alongside mainstream performers such as 95 South, Ying Yang Twins, Dru Hill, Lloyd, Jagged Edge, and K Michelle, As their musical journey continues to unfold the best is yet to come.

ACCOLADES

2018 Independent Music Award (Female Artists of The Year)

2018 Underground Music Award (Female Artists of The Year)

2019 X -POZE- ING Music Award for Best Song “Turn Up”.

Nominated for a 2019 Atlanta Independent Music Award for Group of The Year

Nominated in five categories for a 2019 Underground Music Award

Won Best Album of the Year 2019 Underground Music Award.

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2020 The Akademia Music Award for Best Rap / Hip-Hop Song ‘Gucci’Pretti Emage is Tampa Bay’s Hottest Female Hip-Hop and R&B Music Sensation. Band members are sisters Jaleesah “Mizz Attitude” Riley and Zayah “Baby Girl” Riley.

EVENT NAME: MLK Day Celebration Concert. Pretti Emage Live, also Performing: Shaadoh Session and various artists and performers.
“That’s why I’m writing this; because misogyny in hip-hop is a plague and as a survivor, I have to…
By: Adrienne Samuels Gibbs
Tags: Healing, Equality, Music, Psalm One, Hip Hop

“That’s why I’m writing this; because misogyny in hip-hop is a plague and as a survivor, I have to facilitate my own healing.” Adrienne Samuels Gibbs ·Dec 18, 2020

Illustration of Psalm One by Tiffany Burriss

Those are words by Psalm One, a rapper who says she was mistreated and sexually harassed by her record label. She also writes that she is a failed rapper, but perhaps that is too harsh a statement to make at this moment. Still, she gives herself grace, especially knowing that queer female rappers are held to a different standard than any other. Psalm One writes about her experiences and ultimately, her journey to healing herself.
kid cudi / man on the moon iii incelemesi
By: Botan Orak
Tags: Albüm, Music, Kid Cudi, Man On The Moon, Hip Hop

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18 Questions W/ Drippy Say
By: Lesha Love
Tags: Drippy Say, Florida Rapper, Tampa, Rise Up Music Group, Hip Hop

Recently I caught up with buzzing Florida rapper, Drippy Say, who’s releasing an upcoming banger called “Skrt”. If you’re hip to the current culture and sound of Florida rappers, you will definitely appreciate Drippy’s signature style which is different from anything else coming from the Sunshine State. I asked Drippy Say 18 unique questions about his journey, interests and who inspired him to get to know more about the promising Florida rapper.

LL: WHAT FIRST GOT YOU INTO MUSIC?

DS: WHEN I SAW ROD WAVE IN CONCERT AND HE TOLD ME AND A FRIEND TO JUMP THE GATE, THAT INSPIRED ME TO START MY MUSIC CAREER.

LL: WHO INSPIRED YOU TO MAKE MUSIC?

DS: TLC , BUSTA RHYMES, ROD WAVE, DA BABY, NBA YOUNG BOY, THE LATE GREAT 2PAC AND NIPSEY HUSSLE

LL: HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE MUSIC THAT YOU TYPICALLY CREATE?

DS: ITS A URBAN , HIP HOP AND POP TYPE MUSIC

LL: WHAT IS YOUR CREATIVE PROCESS LIKE ?

DS: I FIRST LISTEN TO THE BEAT AND THEN I CREATE MY LYRICS

LL: WHO WOULD YOU MOST LIKE TO COLLABORATE WITH ?

DS: CARDI B , MIGOS, DA BABY, LIL BABY AND NBA YOUNG BOY AND MARSHMELLOW AND THE LATE GREAT NIPSEY HUSSLE AND 2PAC

LL: IF YOU COULD OPEN A SHOW FOR ANYBODY WHO WOULD IT BE ?

DS: DA BABY, ROD WAVE AND CARDI B

LL: WHAT IS ONE MESSAGE YOU WOULD GIVE TO YOUR FANS?

DS: NEVER GIVE UP ON YOUR DREAMS

LL: WHAT IS THE MOST USELESS TALENT YOU HAVE?

DS: RUNNING TRACK

LL: DO YOU SING IN THE SHOWER?

DS: MY MUSIC

LL: WHAT WOULD YOU BE DOING RIGHT NOW IF IT WASNT FOR YOUR MUSIC CAREER?

DS: WORKING A 9–5 CUSTODIAL JOB

LL: WHERE HAVE YOU PERFORMED?

DS: APOLLO TAMPA, WHISKEY NORTH, SILVER ULTRA LOUNGE

LL: WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE AND LEAST FAVORITE VENUES?

DS: I LIKE LIMELIGHT IN TAMPA, I DONT REALLY HAVE A LEAST FAVORITE, I LIKE TO PERFORM ANYWHERE

LL: DO YOU HAVE ANY UPCOMING SHOWS?

DS: YES IN ATLANTA , SILVER ULTRA LOUNGE

LL: WHAT FAMOUS MUSICIANS DO YOU ADMIRE?

DS: MICHAEL JACKSON

LL: WHAT IS THE MOST TROUBLE YOU’VE EVER GOTTEN INTO?

DS: GOT INTO A FIGHT WITH THREE GUYS AND WE ALL GOT ARRESTED

LL: WHAT IS THE BEST ADVICE YOU’VE BEEN GIVEN?

DS: ALWAYS LOOK FOR THE BIGGER PICTURE IN LIFE

LL: IF YOU COULD CHANGE ANYTHING ABOUT THE INDUSTRY , WHAT WOULD IT BE?

DS: FOR ALL RAPPERS TO COME TOGETHER END THE BEEF AND KILLING EACH OTHER, BE BETTER ROLE MODELS

LL: WHATS NEXT FOR YOU?

DS: KEEP MAKING MUSIC AND ONE DAY FIND MY WIFE AND BUILD MY FAMILY

“Skrt (Own It)” by Drippy Say set to release soon. Stay tuned!

Florida Rapper, Drippy Say at Hoodrich Films Headquarters in Atlanta, GA.

Follow Drippy Say:

Instagram: @__drippysay
Put That On Your Playlist: Stankonia (Stanklove)
By: Charles Blouingascon
Tags: Music, Culture, Outkast, Rap, Hip Hop

Song: Stankonia (Stanklove)

Album: Stankonia

Honourable mention: Dyin’ To Livve (Idlewild)

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For the final song of their funkiest and most groundbreaking album, OutKast takes the listener on a journey to their very own planet of Stankonia, a world full of sonic explosions, releases and pulls, funks and grooves and just generally every single ingredient that we’ve all come to love from the duo and which has endeared them to thousands upon thousands, and millions and millions of fans.

(That is, every ingredient but Big Boi, who’s somehow missing in action here on this song. Meh.)

Stankonia (Stanklove) is a sound odyssey that unlocks the funkiest parts of your brain made by a rap group who’s managed to push the genre outward to the furthest confines of our musical universe and for which we should be grateful. The synth is groovy and the bass is rumbling when it isn’t booming, but leaves just enough room for the guitar to erupt — and boy does it ever. Because, folks, Stankonia (Stanklove) is a deeply, deeply sensual, sexual and, frankly, horny song. Andre, Sleepy Brown and Big Rube take turns explaining what love feels and smells like, what is the new freaky side of love and how both brains become one mind sensually. Sleepy Brown, for example, explains in vivid detail how he loves performing oral sex on the woman he loves, saying that “honeysuckle sweet, can’t stop till I get every drip drop on my tongue.”

Eventually, the song simply erupts into a glorious and beautiful instrumental that rocks you. And if you feel like it sounds erotic and sensual as you’re listening, it’s by design. This is the part of the journey where you’re supposed to make love to your tender half. Is it ever love if it isn’t stank love?

— — —

Beat: 9/10

Lyrics: 8/10

Overall: 8/10
The Big Issue: Discrimination
By: Jeremy De La Riva
Tags: Culture, Music, Hip Hop, Discrimination

Definition

Discrimination is when a individual is treated unfairly, based off a person’s race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Or in other terms, partaking in the act of being prejudiced. It occurs in your workplace, school, clubs, and around you in society. When you hear this term, you mainly think about and refer to it racially and/or in a sexually oriented way. This is because they’re the most common types of discrimination, according to the United States Equal Opportunity Commission. Additionally, when hearing the two words “gender” and “discrimination,” they mainly reference the unequal treatment of women.

A simple example of racial discrimination is when African Americans were forced to sit in the back of the bus or use different restrooms and facilities than white people, just because the color of their skin. It’s really harming the African-American community, McWhorter argues.

In line with gender discrimination, the industry still has quite a while until it stabilizes gender equality, according to Forbes.com. In the music industry women make up 21.7 percent of artists, 12.3 percent of songwriters and 2.1 percent of producers. According to the data, men make up most of the industry. For instance, the ratio between male and female producers is 47:1 the same report said. We really lack women voices; however, as we progress in the world, we are starting to see more and more females take a role in the music industry.
Mc Stan Amin lyrics
By: Hindi Rap Lyrics
Tags: Mc Stan, Amin Lyrics, Amin Mc Stan Lyrics, Hindi Rap Lyrics, Hiphop

I am 18 year old blogger, youtuber and programmer. Listening rap sons is my hobby so I started a public blog www.hindiraplyrics.in for hindi Hiphop lovers.
Put That On Your Playlist: When I Look In Your Eyes
By: Charles Blouingascon
Tags: Music, Culture, Outkast, Rap, Hip Hop

Song: When I Look In Your Eyes

Album: Idlewild

Honourable mention: Pre-nump (Interlude) (Stankonia)

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Look, When I Look In Your Eyes is a fine and fairly straightforward Andre 3000 solo song from Idlewild but if we’re being entirely honest here, it mostly makes the cut because there are so few albums that reach track №23 and beyond in the OutKast catalogue. The only other option here would be to pick a forgettable interlude from Stankonia. Meh.

If the above doesn’t sound like a ringing endorsement for When I Look In Your Eyes, it’s because it isn’t. Oh well, what can you do?

— — —

Beat: 8/10

Lyrics: 5/10

Overall: 6/10
Travis Scott Announces Agave Spiked Seltzer Brand Launching 2021
By: Arial Robinson
Tags: Cacti, Alchol, Seltzer, Travis Scott, Hip Hop

Image via CACTI x Anheuser-Busch

2020 forced millions of people to completely halt their lives due to COVID-19. Those in the music industry especially took a heavy hit. Musical artist who brought in the bulk of their income from touring and in-person appearances were forced to slow down their fast paced lifestlyes and get creative at home. One artist that didn’t seem to slow down at all, is Grammy-nominated rapper and Forbes’ 30 Under 30 “brand whisperer”, Travis Scott.

The Houston rapper scored collaborations with some of the biggest brands on the planet this year including Nike, McDonalds, Playstation, and Fortnite, but he is not stopping there.

Scott recently took to his Instagram to share his newest project Cacti, a tequila inspired Agave Spiked Seltzer in collaboration with Anheuser-Busch. Cacti is the first of its kind, but that comes at no surprise considering Scott is known for his innovation in and out of the recording studio.

Scott shared in a press release, “CACTI is something I’m really proud of and have put a ton of work into. Me and the team really went in, not only on getting the flavor right, but on thousands of creative protos on everything from the actual beverage, to the can concept, to the packaging and how it is presented to the world. We always try to convey a feeling in our products. I’m a big fan of tequila so I came at it from that angle, too. I’m really excited to put this out in 2021 and see other people be able to enjoy it.”

Fans 21 and older are not only invited to drink responsibly but to also take this journey with Scott and AB as the drink is set to hit shelves March of 2021.

To keep up with Cacti you can follow their Instagram @cacti or check out their website at drinkcacti.com
How Amapiano influenced Hip Hop
By: Lesetja Thema
Tags: Amapiano, Culture, Pop Culture, South Africa, Hip Hop

The influence that Amapiano has created during its rise is actually quite phenomenal if you think about it. The genre has been rocking the South African streets for just over 3 years now and it seems to be filtering in other genres too. Most notably South African Hip Hop music. However the sound has also spread throughout the rest of Africa. Here are a few examples:

Dr Peppa ft. LucasRaps, Chang Cello & Riky Rick — What it is

This is practically a hip hop joint because its straight up rapping. The song was produced by Tyler ICU, who mainly does Amapiano tracks. As soon as the track begins you immediately start jamming to it, once you hear the familiar trumpet and log drum (typically you’d expect to hear an 808) playing in the background, it feels like a hit.

Riky Rick ft Focalistic & Tyler ICU— UNGAZINCISHI

Another Tyler ICU production! This jam reminded me of the Kwaito days because the whole essence of the song gave me township vibes. Riky’s flow also give you Kwaito feels but the main distinguisher is the log drum accompanying the base. The visulas do the video justice.

Costa Titch ft Riky Rick & DJ Maphorisa — Areyeng

Honestly, this one wasn’t too much of a surprise considering Costa Titch likes making bangers a.k.a turn up music. And currently Amapiano is banging in the streets. The common theme in some of these hip hop tracks is their use of the Amapiano log drum which seems to be the cherry on top to an already good song.

A.K.A ft Riky Rick & DJ Tira — F.R.E.E

A.K.A is known for making classics, his catalogue is matched only by a few Hip Hop artists and this jam is a whole summer vibe. What makes this particular song stand out is because of 2 reasons. Firstly, there’s piano keys that are playing in the background which is what we would normally expect on a slow tempo Amapiano jam. Secondly, when the song starts it reminds me of MC Lyte’s “Cold rock a party”, that’s probably also because of A.K.A’s first two lines recite from the original song.

Rema — Woman

One thing I’ve learnt over the years as we discover new sounds and genres is that they will travel. Similar to how Gqom music reached other african countries and garnered attention on an international stage (eg. Black Panther soundtrack album). The latest to use the Amapiano influence is Nigerian wonderkid, Rema. Not only is the song “Woman” great but infusing the Amapiano trumpet in the background adds a nice texture to an already uptempo Naija banger.
Kid Cudi — Man on the Moon III: The Chosen Album Review
By: Marquis Arnold
Tags: Good Music, Kid Cudi, Music, Man On The Moon, Hip Hop

The latest, installment of the rapper’s space Trilogy arrives 11 years after the game-changing original that helped launch the career of one of this generation’s great musicians.

If you’re my age, then you remember the moment when you first heard the first Man on The Moon, from 2009, I was a junior in high school and had became a fan of Kid Cudi a year earlier when I went to my cousin Myspace page and heard “Day ’n’ Nite’ for the first time. There was something different about Kid Cudi that made me want to learn more about him and his music. Once I found out he was from Ohio I became an instant fan because It was rare to find an artist who poured their heart out and could sing and rap the way that Cudi was doing. Cudi music was a breath of fresh air at the time because it was a time in the industry where rappers were more focused on dance songs and putting out catchy hooks to get radio play. Cudi was able to create a catchy song and get radio play without creating a generic dance song.

Now here we are 11 years later with, Man on The Moon III: The Chosen an album that once again proves how important Kid Cudi musical career is even in 2020. The style that Cudi helped create you can hear in artists now such as Travis Scott and a Young Thug. The last time we got to see Cudi do the magic he is known for was on his Kanye collaborative project — Kids See Ghost which was met with Universal acclaim once again showing that Kid Cudi is one of this generation’s most influential acts.

The Act one tracks “ Another Day”, Tequilla Shots” and “She Knows This” was Cudi using the artist that he influenced style, but doing it better because he added his Kid Cudi flavor to the sings so that they didn’t sound like they were ripping any other artist style. Cudi is at his best when he is adding his psychedelic spin to tracks. Other songs such as “Show out” featuring Skepta and the beloved Pop Smoke scream hit single that will be played on UK and US airwaves. To hear Cudi’s voice mix well with Pop Smoke’s raspy voice is a happy/ sad moment because of the young star being taken away before his big break came.

The Man on The Man on The Moon III: The Chosen album is an album where Mr. Rager is embracing his 11-year journey to where he is at today. He gives us the sadness and feeling like there’s no way out on Trappy type beats. The third installment of the “ Man on The Moon series is like watching a VH1 behind the music episode where the artist embraces his journey in life so that he can be at a point where his past demons are just that something of the past that he can learn from.

It’s not clear if this is the final installment of the man on the moon series, but one thing is clear that Scott Ramon Seguro Mescudi is back and he’s here to stay this time around. The once Kid named Cudi has become a Man named Cudi who is here to embrace his legendary status in the music industry.
Upcoming Hip Hop Artist Rabz Is Transparent On “Paranoid”
By: The Wrapper Staff
Tags: Music, Musician, Rapper, Rabz, Hip Hop

Rabz

Hailing from Long Island, New York, hip hop artist Rabz has been on the rise with relatable lyrics, catchy melodies, and beautiful instrumental choices.

“Paranoid” is anthem for anyone going through a rough time in a relationship, trying to find themselves. Pouring his heart out through heartbreaking lyrics, clever flows, and great melody choices, Rabz delivers a very strong track.

Lasting exactly two minutes and thirty seconds in length, the song is a vibe from start to finish. Rabz shows us what it’s like to be in his, and reminds us that sometimes our thoughts do wander into dark places.

Listen to “Paranoid” here:
Listen to Baton Rouge-Artist Adam Dollar$ New Single ‘Take Me’ featuring Alexis Danielle
Tags: Hip Hop 2020, Rap 2020, Top Rappers In Louisiana, Hip Hop

Listen to Baton Rouge-Artist Adam Dollar$ New Single ‘Take Me’ featuring Alexis Danielle Missuzilaflame ·Dec 17, 2020

On Friday, Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based rapper Adam Dollar$ dropped an emotional single ‘Take Me (featuring Alexis Danielle). The song tells the complicated story of a could’ve-been romance and dysfunctional past relationships. Dollar$ delivers poetic verses over a mid-tempo piano beat, contrasting with the featured artists' soulful chorus. Adam Dollar$ latest album ‘…But All Is Well’ peaked at #14 on iTunes Hip Hop chart and #127 on the All Genres chart.

Listen to ‘Take Me’ HERE.
V3 Recruits Jay Ca$h On “Always Leaving”
By: Yunaisy Morales
Tags: Rap, Music, Los Angeles, Hip Hop

V3 pictured above.

Up-coming artist, V3 has just released a new single titled “Always Leaving” featuring DMV artist Jay Ca$h. The track was produced by Vitals & Lavish — they sampled the song “Easy” by Danileigh, which is genius! YungonFire engineered the track. “Always Leaving” was inspired by a true life event in V3's life. “This song is about a girl who I trusted with everything but started to change outta the blue, always leaving and coming back putting me on a emotional roller coaster taking me off the grind. But now I’m back and I’m better!” expressed V3 about the inspiration behind the song.

Always leaving is part of V3’s upcoming project Love is Dead — as of now there is no set release date so stay tuned for that announcement.

Stream “Always Leaving” now!

Follow V3 on Instagram for more of their latest updates.
Review: MGK-Hotel Diablo, 2019 (4th Album)
By: Tristian T. Browne
Tags: Album Review, Music, Lyrics, Rap, Hip Hop

Must Listens-el Diablo, Glass House, Floor 13, Roulette, I Think I’m Okay

el Diablo 10/10 I love this jazzy type beat and his flows on this track, one I personally listen to Hollywood W**re 9/10 callout to snakes in various different relationships where people are just trying to play you Glass House Feat Naomi Wild 10/10 I enjoyed Naomi for the chorus, and the verses were captivating as well as meaningful, this is a sad song be warned Burning Memories Feat Lil Skies 9/10 This track is about blood relatives that aren’t family, because being family is not just a rank to be respected, it is also a title to uphold Floor 13 10/10 Great beat with guitar in the background, good chorus, several flow switches, feels almost like 2 songs, one calm, one hyped Roulette 10/10 loved the beat choice, the flow switches on this track, chorus was captivating Death In My Pocket 8/10 I liked the beat and the flow switches on this track, sentimental, and existential song Candy Feat Trippie Redd 3/10 the chorus is reaching for a hit on this one, not a fan, the verses aren’t very impressive and Trippie Redd Waste Love Feat Madison Love 3/10 Slow song about regretting decisions he has made that lost him a love, not very captivating for me 5:3666 Feat Phem 7/10 Slow track about missing somebody, distrust of family, and depression I Think I’m Okay Feat YungBlud, Travis Barker 10/10 A song about depression, self medicating, and losing somebody you care about because you got in your own way too many times

8.1/10
Why Los Angeles rapper ‘JMisJustMe' is destined for stardom.
By: Bob Richards
Tags: Jmisjustme, Music, Just Me Being Me, Hip Hop Music, Hip Hop

Why Los Angeles rapper ‘JMisJustMe' is destined for stardom.

JMisJustMe is one of the most creative and innovative artists, with a message that stands out from the rest. Spreading positivity. Music like that is definitely what the world needs at the moment and JM is certainly on the path to changing the rap game. His fanbase are one of the strongest underground bases around, each of them eagerly waiting for new music from the upcoming artist.

JM + Is +JustMe= Self-Love. JMisJustMe is an artist who believes that being true to yourself is the key to loving others.

Son of Los Angeles painter Louis Johnson. Former college basketball player turned artist, producer and web show host, JMisJustMe is no stranger to the struggle and hard-work. After his break up with longtime love and mother of his son along with the loss of his job and financial stability, most had counted JMisJustMe out. After 4 years and 100 songs, JMisJustMe has created a newer more quiet version of himself that focuses on self love and self awareness. Born and raised in Los Angeles Mid-City, JMisJustMe’s musical influence stretches from Miles Davis to Nipsey Hussle. JMisJustMe is driven by his passion to inspire and motivate the youth through stories of his trials and tribulations.

‘Same birthday as 2Pac, but they call me Big Poppa’ — JMisJustMe (You The One)

When talking to the artist, we discovered like most artists looking to go viral, JMisJustMe has similar goals, always looking to reach for the stars, and more often than not, achieving his goals.

Project Goals:

1. 100,000,000 streams on Spotify & AppleMusic by 12/20/2022

2. Reach top 10 on the iTunes Charts by 6/16/2021

3. Have 5 videos with over 1,000,000 views 12/20/2022

4. Have 250k+ followers on Instagram 12/20/2022

JMisJustMe is an artist that is not going to be slept on for much longer, with the release of his new EP his fans already know what to expect. Listening to JustMe is an experience everyone should witness once in their lifetime. We believe its only a matter of time before JMisJustMe will be seen on your TV screens, talking about his come-up himself.

Check out JMisJustMe on all platforms :

Who Is JMisJustMe

https://www.instagram.com/p/CIclxJDBjnp/?igshid=dabmdrzbwdz0

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/jmisjustme

JMisJustMe - Westend (Official Music Video)

https://youtu.be/bkEijhYPy7A

Go listen to JMisJustMe’s new EP ‘Just Me Being Me’ on all platforms now and see for yourself why the talented artist is next up in the rap game.

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Hasani Hawthorne — Founder & CEO of TripOut EDM Events — “The F-Town GetDown Tale”​
By: Tripout Events
Tags: Culture, Concerts, EDM, Business, Hip Hop

Hasani Hawthorne — Founder & CEO of TRIPOUT EDM EVENTS — Photo: Arturo Cruz Ft. Rodolfo Linares

Our founder, Hasani Hawthorne, has brought his vision of underground techno house parties to a newly founded company. TripOut Events is an EDM Events Production Company founded in Los Angeles, CA Est. 2019.

Hasani Hawthorne has been hosting underground Hip-Hop & EDM shows since 2009. We have attended various self-made productions presented by Hasani Hawthorne. His debut Hip-Hop show, the F’Town GetDown, was hosted in the city of Fontana California in 2015. With his strategic line up featuring some of the most influential Inland Empire artists including, Regi Levi, Namaste Souls, OBS Movement, & Mach Six, the show yielded major success. After selling out this undisclosed underground venue, the local law enforcement showed up with their police issue helicopter circling the perimeter. Hasani Hawthorne focused on crowd control inside the venue and his security team and fellow artists seemed to have the police under control at the gates.

As Hasani Hawthorne arrives to the main gates to speak with the local law enforcement, he noticed a circle of commotion at the gates. He knew the police have come to shut down the F’Town GetDown due to its underground culture. However, the Fontana Police Department also showed appreciation for the Hip-Hop culture as long as it was safe. Hasani Hawthorne walked into the circle of commotion at his gates, only to find his friends and fellow artists freestyling lyrical culture to the police who had originally arrived to shut down their underground show.

Hasani Hawthorne walked into a freestyle cypher that was demanded by the police. “So this is an Underground Hip-Hop Show?… and Y’all are all artists?…. SHOW ME!” the police officer demanded. With no hesitation, the freestyle cypher began. Hasani Hawthorne paid close attention to everyones reactions… and the police were definitely impressed by the culture. Hasani knew they were impressed because their heads were bobbing non-stop. After the cypher was finished… the police looked at each other… came to an unspoken unanimous decision… shook Hasani Hawthorne’s hand.. and wished everyone a safe and successful show.

Hasani Hawthorne has taken his experience and knowledge to higher pedestals and continues to invoke musical culture to the youth with the formation of his newly founded production company, TripOut Events.