Still popping. Roc Nation’s Kalan.FrFr celebrates his success on his new single, “Popstar”. Produced by Bankroll Got It, Diego Ave, and Earl “EB” Johnson, the L.A. rapper shares his melodic view on his journey to success. “The concept behind the song is that anyone can be a pop star, you just have to wake up
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Baow! Nigo and Lil Uzi is flexing “Heavy” in the latest video off Nigo’s new album, I Know Nigo. Anchored by the production of AXL Beats, Brandon Finessin, and CuBeatz, the flashing clip finds Baby Pluto unleashes his flamboyant flow while shopping at Jacob & Co’s jewelry spot with Nigo and A$AP Rocky. [embedded content]
Boys to men. Hot off the release of his Iroquois Pliskin EP, Drumwork Records Jae Skeese releases the video to “71 Cluster”. Directed by Luquman Muhammad, the Buffalo rapper reflects on early struggles and humble beginnings with the presence of his younger self. Iroquois Pliskin features “Against The Grain” featuring Conway The Machine and Flee
Holla at your boy. Fresh off the release of his Superghetto LP, Buddy pulls up with his “Hoochie Mama” video. Directed by madebyJAMES, the racy visual finds the L.A. rapper cruising the streets in a jeep full of freaks, rocking the stage of a block party, and hitting the gym full of eye-candy. All in
From the beach to the streets Hot off the release of their 2 Pz In A Pod, Jay Worthy, Larry June and Sean House share a two for one in the album’s latest videos. Directed by Miguel 415, “She’s Not Around” finds Good Job Larry relaxing in somewhere in the tropics, before joining World Wide
Shinin’ round here. SAINt JHN turns up “For The Squadron” in the music video to his latest single produced by F a l l e n.. Shot in multiple screens with Korean subtitles, the eccentric clip finds the rapper in Puerto Rico flowing melodically while flexing his wealth. The track follows JHN’s previous “Best Part
New York, stand the fuck up! Nicki Minaj and Fivio Foreign turn up for the city on their street banger, “We Go Up”. Flanked by Papi Yerr, Swizzy, and Szamz’ drill beat, Barbie unleashes her menacing bars for the competition, while Fivio flexes with his signature flow. The arrives following Nicki’s previous single “Do We
It’s a LNDN DRGS and Organic affair. Jay Worthy and Larry June are one in the same on their collaborative album, 2 Pz In A Pod. Produced by Jay Worthy’s LNDN DRGS’ other half, Sean House, the 11-track set is lead by “Leave It Up To Me” and are joined by other features including Jim
Summer Walker reups her SZA collaboration with their new remix featuring Cardi B. In the sensual clip, Cardi joins Summer in a bed above the clouds where she showcases her vocal chops. Summer croons from a field of roses, while SZA displays her stunning moves and flexibility. The original appears on Summer Walker’s 2021 album
Tyler, let’s go! Before Nigo releases hiss I Know Nigo album, he drops one more offering performed by Tyler, The Creator. In the accompanying music video, Tyler hops out his yellow Lamborghini and serenades at a young lady at her estate with his rugged raps. I Know Nigo drops at midnight (Mar. 25) and features
Black lives matter. On the latest episode of Complex Brackets, MSNBC host and political pundit Ari Melber joins host Brian B.Ddot Miller to discuss some of the most noteworthy protest anthems in Hip-Hop. From 2Pac’s “Changes” and Public Enemy’s “Fight the Power” to YG and Nipsey Hussle’s “FDT” and Childish Gambino’s “This Is America”,both Ari
Syracuse rapper Stove Good Cooks links with European producer Superior on their new track. Looped by a sample-heavy beat by Superior, Stove God whips up endless raps full of pyrex and bricks. The track is off the pair’s The God That Sat By The Stove, a two-pack maxi-single (which also includes “Sweet Dreams”) dropping Friday
Phife Dawg forever. Phife Dawg’s legacy continues on the late rapper’s posthumous album, Forever. Provided with 13 tracks, the album’s lead by “Nutshell Pt. 2” featuring Busta Rhymes and Redman as well as the Redman and Illa J-assisted “French Kiss Trois“. Guests include Rapsody, Maseo, Dwele, Pos, Little Brother, V.Rich, Lyric Jones, Darien Brockington, Renée
Safe travels. Est Gee and 42 Dugg are fly as ever in their new video. The track serves as the first single off their upcoming album, Last Ones Left. Directed by Diesel Films, the clip finds the CMG rappers gloating their wealth onboard their private jet with their fellow crew members. [embedded content]
We have the meats. Pusha T helps Arby’s promote their spicy fish sandwich with rap jingle dissing McDonald’s. Opened with a shot towards McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish, King Push reels in sleek bars while praising Arby’s new Spicy Fish Sandwich. In 2016, it was revealed that Pusha T and brother No Malice wrote McDonald’s jingle “I’m Lovin
A bag ain’t shit. Life’s a bitch, but Denzel Curry and T-Pain leave their “Troubles” behind on their new collaboration. For the DJ Khalil and Kenny Beats-produced banger, Curry and T-Pain turn their everyday struggles to even more success. The release also comes with an accompanying video directed by Adrian Villagomez which finds a crippled
It’s about to go down. Uncle Murda’s big pimpin in his Love Don’t Live Here‘s new video featuring Que Banz. Presented by Dead Fly Films, the two rappers frolic amongst a bevy of eye-candies in Miami from a yacht, to a house party as well as a couple of night spots. [embedded content]
Baow! Lil Uzi is flexing “Heavy” for Nigo’s brand new single. Anchored by the production of AXL Beats, Brandon Finessin, and CuBeatz, Baby Pluto unleashes his flamboyant flow and references the luxury things in life from cars, jewelry, and high-end designer. “Heavy” is the latest single off Nigo’s forthcoming I Know Nigo dropping March 25.
Flossing with caution. Money Bag Boyz and GS9 connect on Trav and Rowdy Rebel’s new collaboration. Inside an intimate setting at a crib full of scantily-clad ladies, Trav croons in auto-tune over his partner’s wrongful ways, while Rowdy checks the shady ladies with a hot verse. [embedded content]
Push it, push it, click click. Coi Leray pulls out the big guns on her new single featuring Nicki Minaj. The track is off Coi’s upcoming debut album Trendsetter, dropping April 8. On the bouncy collaboration, Coi Leray busts it open with her raunchy and wealthy raps, while Nicki Minaj makes her royal cameo with