One of the biggest records off The Gifted has hit the net with Nicki Minaj and Juicy J over production by Mark Henry. The Gifted hits stores next week; you can hear the full stream right now. Meatchi — we hear you at the end.
Catching Flies (@catchingfliesuk) – The Long Journey Home (EP)
Check out Catching Flies’ latest, the Long Journey Home EP, which features the previously posted ‘Stay Forever’ along with (only?) two additional tracks. Check out the stream and download link below.
Download: Catching Flies – The Long Journey Home (EP)
Tulisa’s PA Threatens To Kill Reporter Over Drugs Scandal
From Metro:
Tulisa’s best pal Gareth Varey has allegedly been quizzed by police after threatening to kill a reporter who exposed the singer’s reported involvement in a drug deal.
Tulisa was allegedly caught aiding an £800 cocaine deal at the start of this month by an undercover reporter who also filmed the meeting.
And in an early morning email, Gareth allegedly sent a vicious message to the undercover reporter, writing: ‘I’m going to kill you bitch.’
But when police were called, Gareth 27, admitted sending the email and apologised for it before he was formally cautioned, according to The Sun.
Last night Scotland Yard’s Major Crimes Unit said of his email threat: ‘Mr Varey was issued with a police caution over this allegation. He apologised.’
Stephanie Nicole – Voices (EP)
Check out the album stream (and purchase the album! It’s only 4 bucks) below.
Stephanie Nicole is a singer/songwriter who believes that music is therapy. She has performed everything from Vivaldi’s “Gloria” to Bob Marley’s “Get Up Stand Up”. Now Stephanie is ready to share her own music, which she hopes will be soothing to the souls and minds of all who hear it.
This year Stephanie has been working hard in the studio with composer/producer Classroom Craig, writing and recording original songs. The soulful music that has emerged from their sessions contains a positive message, and it is sure to exhilarate the subconscious of those who listen. A full-length LP entitled, “Soulutionary One” will be released later this year.
The EP starts out with the groovy, lounge vibe “Soulutionary One”. In it Stephanie tells us that we all have the power within us to make our lives better. “Our choices are changing the world.”
“Buddha in Aruba” brings light to the unfortunate social practice of shunning and stifling those who are perceived to be different.
“Just Love Her” is a pastoral about our amazing home and how we need to realize that we are all in this world together. Of the meaning behind the song Stephanie says, “Just love her and treat her right, before she is gone!”
No collection of music is complete without a love song. “Voices” is the ethereal ode to lovers everywhere who uplift, and change for good the ones they adore.
Arnez XL (@ArnezXL) – Twenty Nineties (Mixtape)
Check out the latest from Arnez XL, in the form of his new mixtape Twenty Nineties. The project features production from Black Lux, OD Funk, New Gen, xbxvx and many more. Stream and download link below.
The Liquid Crystal Project Feat. Copywrite – Take It EZ (Video)
The Liquid Crystal Project features brand new unreleased tracks from the team that brought us Jazz-Hop, with collaborations from various singers and emcees (example: above’s Copywrite). Get your copy here.
J. Cole Feat. Jhene Aiko – Sparks Will Fly
Another bonus track from J. Cole’s Born Sinner, out today.
Maino Performs In Houston
Maino performs in Houston as the main act for the Coast 2 Coast Live Tour.
Driicky Graham – DJ Boogz Interview/Freestyle
The guy that made ‘Snapbacks & Tattoos’ appears in the booth with DJ Boogz for an interview and freestyle.
Troy Ave & BSB – DJ Self Freestyle
Troy Ave brings his crew up to Power 105 to check out DJ Self.
Kendrick Lamar Gives Update On Black Hippy (FUSE)
We talk to Kendrick Lamar about winning new fans, the future of Black Hippie, and what he’s learned from Dr. Dre and Pharrell at the 2013 Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in Manchester, TN.
Awol Bars & LDP – Divided (Mixtape)
Awol Bars & LDP link up for a collaborative mixtape titled Divided. Grime fans and Hip-Hop heads alike should enjoy this one. Download link and tracklisting below.
Download: Awol Bars & LDP – Divided (Mixtape)
Dawn Richard Announces New Album Title, Release Date
Good to see that one of Danity Kane’s members is still out here making music (not counting the apparent reunion that’s supposed to be taking place). Check out her latest Tweet below:
10/7/13 !!!! #TheBlackEra
— Dawn Richard / NEON (@DawnRichard) June 16, 2013
Dawn Richard’s new album will be called ‘The Black Era’ and will be released October 7th, 2013.
Chevy Woods Feat. FTR Drama – House Rules
This is presumably taken from the upcoming sequel to Gangland.
Amel Larrieux – Afraid
To the delight of many who wondered about when this album was coming, Ice Cream Everyday is set to be released August 27th. Enjoy the new single from the project below.
Drake – Birthday Bash 18 Interview; Says New Album Is Almost Finished
Drake gives an interview after his surprise performance with 2 Chainz at Hot 107.9’s Birthday Bash 18 in Atlanta, GA. Among the topics discussed, Drizzy says that Nothing Was The Same is almost finished.
Limit & Youngs Teflon – Tell ‘Em (Video)
West London to South London. Limit teams up with Youngs Teflon on his latest track.
@TomDibb – Lost (Video)
Title track from the forthcoming EP Lost, released 7th July. Directed by Henry Steedman.
@DaRealChronik On The @SpartanSpooky Show (@DejaVuFM)
An hour of straight Grime featuring Slew Dem’s Chronik.
ALBUM STREAM: @Wale – The Gifted
Wale’s third album is set to hit the stores next Tuesday, but you can now stream his new album on iTunes. Check out the tracklisting and link to the live stream below.
STREAM: Wale – The Gifted
Wale – The Gifted (Tracklisting):
1. The Curse of the Gifted
2. LoveHate Thing (Feat. Sam Dew)
3. Sunshine
4. Heaven’s Afternoon (Feat. Meek Mill)
5. Golden Salvation (Jesus Piece)
6. Vanity
7. Gullible (Feat. Cee-Lo Green)
8. Bricks (Feat. Yo Gotti & Lyfe Jennings)
9. Clappers (Feat. Nicki Minaj & Juicy J)
10. Bad (Remix) (Feat. Rihanna)
11. Tired of Dreaming (Feat. Ne-Yo & Rick Ross)
12. Rotation (Feat. Wiz Khalifa & 2 Chainz)
13. Simple Man
14. 88
15. Black Heroes / Outro About Nothing (Feat. Jerry Seinfeld)
16. Bad (Feat. Tiara Thomas)
Kanye West Yeezus Commercial
Kanye premired his short flim across the country this past weekend, and he decided to share the HD version of his American Psycho-inspired short film online which also serves as his album’s promo. Yeezus is available now.