Shot by EV Productions.
Black Fortune – ‘OSSHLORD’ (Stream)
Featuring 16 tracks from the DMV star and a single feature from Fivio Foreign.
Wizeguys & Whiskey Podcast #80: White Blessings
Listen to “#80- White Blessings” on Spreaker.
This episode the Guyz talked about: who called police this week, fired Atlanta officer charged with murder, Notable releases(J.Cole, NoName), what you watchin, whats in your tapedeck, and maintopic: hiphop tag team battle!!
Fredo Bang – “Receipts” (Video)
New heat from Fredo Bang, said to be taken from the forthcoming project In The Name of Gee.
Hurricane Chris Reportedly Charged With Homicide
From KTBS, where you can read the full story:
A Shreveport man who initially told Shreveport police he shot a man early Friday morning as he attempted to get into his vehicle now faces a homicide charge after investigators say he made up the story.
Christopher Dooley, 31, of the 1200 block of Commerce Street, is charged with second-degree murder and illegal possession of stolen things.
The deadly encounter happened just after 1 a.m. at the Texaco convenience store in the 2600 block of Hollywood Avenue. Early reports from Shreveport police indicated a man who was at the store said he shot a man that he thought was trying to steal his vehicle.
The victim suffered multiple gunshots and was taken to Ochsner LSU Health hospital, where he later died.
Slim Thug – “Vet” (Video)
Taken from this year’s Thug Life, which you can also stream in full below.
Young Chris Feat. Wale – “Yellow Flag”
On god this is way too fire to fall to the waste side. Produced by DJ Money (!!!) and SuperMiles.
Tee Grizzley – ‘The Smartest’ (Stream)
Featuring additional appearances from Big Sean, Meek Mill, Lil Baby, Lil Keed, Ty Dolla $ign, Queen Naija, and more. Press play below.
Wale – ‘The Imperfect Storm’ (EP Stream)
Wale has a lot to say about the current unrest in America due to racism and oppression. Stream in full below.
Youngboy Never Broke Again Feat. Lil Baby – “On Shot”
Taken from the Road to Fast 9 mixtape.
Shy Glizzy Feat. Lil Uzi Vert – “Right Or Wrong”
The street’s hottest youngin’ follows up “Lonely Vibes” with a Lil Uzi Vert collaboration:
“‘Right or Wrong’ is about spending a bunch of money, having girls, and acting up… It’s the reality of life in a fun way.”
Adé – “Making Moves” (Video)
Classic Phil Adé during a time of uncertainty. Shot by Nico Refused.
A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie – “Bleed” (Video)
Artist 2.0 (Deluxe) drops this Friday (June 19th).
R.I.P. Maiesha Rashad, The First Lady of Go-Go
Our condolences to Maiesha’s family, friends, and loved ones. As seen via WUSA9, where you can read the full story:
Maiesha Rashad, D.C.’s leading lady of go-go, died Monday evening after fighting a battle with stomach cancer for five months, a family member said.
In February, Rashad was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer. According to a family member, she was living with her family until 10 days ago; she passed away in hospice care. She previously received chemotherapy treatments at Suburban Hospital.
During the 90’s in D.C., Rashad led a band of bell-bottom and afro-wearing musicians. They called themselves Maiesha Rashad and the Hip Huggers.
Pharrell Williams & VA Gov. Ralph Northam Announce Juneteenth As A State Holiday
As seen via Rolling Stone:
Pharrell Williams spoke at a press conference Tuesday in support of Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam’s call to make June 19th, widely known as Juneteenth, an official state holiday commemorating the end of slavery.
Pharrell, who grew up in Virginia Beach, called the moment “very special” and “a big display of progress,” adding, “I’m grateful for Virginia and us leading the way.” (He begins speaking at the 22:15 mark in the video above.)