Produced by Tosh.
Shy Glizzy – Ride 4 U (Video)
Worldstar drops Glizzy’s “Ride 4 U” video, directed by Chris Hernandez.The song originally appeared on Young Jefe 2.
Kingpen Slim – Drugz
Produced by The Directors. Also: Kingpen Slim is definitely cooking up something special with some special people…
Stream WillThaRapper’s New Mixtape ‘Gun Control’
Finally, we have a brand new mixtape from one of MD’s rising stars. Stream WillThaRapper’s Gun Control below.
Lizzle – WtfIsThraxxx Vol. 4 (Stream)
Lizzle drops the fourth installment of his WtfisThraxxx series, featuring members of Thraxxx and other special guests.
3ohBlack – Gummo Freestyle
3ohBlack goes all the way in over Tekashi69’s “Gummo” instrumental.
STREAM: Noochie – New Regular
Atlantic Records signee Noochie delivers his new project New Regular, which sees appearances from Mishon, Rich Homie Quan, Innanet James, Reesa Renee and Funsho. Hosted by Bigga Rankin.
Shy Glizzy – Dope Boy Magic ft. Trey Songz & A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie
Two weeks before his birthday and Quiet Storm mixtape release, Shy Glizzy drops a new single, “Dope Boy Magic”, featuring A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie and Trey Songz on the hook.
Travy Nostra Feat. Rockie Fresh – Hell Of A Summer
DMV’s own Travy Nostra connects with Chicago’s Rockie Fresh for the track “Hell Of A Summer.” Stream/download below via iTunes.
Tate Kobang – Tate Ko (Stream)
Tate Kobang’s highly anticipated new project “Tate Ko” has arrived! Featuring Swizz Beatz, Chaz French, Deetranada, Young Money Yawn and West Side Goldie.
Lil Zay – Gummo Freestyle
Lil Zay becomes the latest artist from the area to shut down 6ix9ine’s “Gummo” instrumental.
Styme – Congratulations (Stream)
The man formerly known as Youngsta returns with a brand new project titled Congratulations.
RAtheMC Covers Chris Brown’s “Everybody Knows”
For her latest, D.C.’s own RAtheMC delivers an extra-soulful cover of Chris Brown’s “Everybody Knows”. The original can be found on Brown’s latest album Heartbreak On A Full Moon.
Lizzle – Gummo Freestyle
D.C.’s own Lizzle puts his own spin on 6ix9ine/Tekashi’s hit single “Gummo”. Thraxx gang.
Baby Ahk – HoodRich 2 (Mixtape)
I didn’t even know Riverdale’s Baby Ahk was out, let alone that he had dropped a new mixtape. Recently freed, the Maryland rapper just dropped his new project, HoodRich 2. The mixtape covers his time away and the hustling stories his fans have come to love, with support from Lil Dude, Big Flock and others. Check it out on Apple Music or stream on Soundcloud (above.)
That’s a fact I can’t and won’t forget the DALE 😪 https://t.co/tjTk7YFu2y
— SlimRixh (@_babyahkDDB) November 28, 2017
Shy Glizzy – Quiet Storm (Cover)
Fresh off of a Grammy nomination, Shy Glizzy drops the cover for his upcoming project Quiet Storm, dropping December 12th.
12/12
— Jefe (@ShyGlizzy) November 28, 2017
Quiet Storm 🤐⛈ December 12th pic.twitter.com/XPQ7TX5Cdd
— Jefe (@ShyGlizzy) November 28, 2017
Goldlink, Brent Faiyaz, Shy Glizzy and Logic Nominated for the 2018 Grammys
Two songs by Local, DC-area artists are in contention for the 2018 Grammys in different categories. Logic’s “1-800-273-8255”, featuring Alessia Cara & Khalid has been nominated in two categories and Goldlink’s “Crew” featuring Brent Faiyaz and Shy Glizzy has been nominated in one. “1-800-273-8255”, has been nominated for song of the year and music video. “Crew” is up for “Rap/sung performance” category. For a full list of Grammy nominations and credits, check out the LA Times complete list.
F.A.M.E. – You Don’t Know ft. Shy Glizzy
We haven’t heard from FAME in a while but the DC native is back with “You Don’t Know”, a banger of a new single, featuring Shy Glizzy and produced by June James. Check out “You Don’t Know” and if you like it, support by buying on iTunes. Props to the Source.
Kingpen Slim – Kaepernick Freestyle
It looks like Kingpen Slim will be bringing new fire for the masses every Friday. Following “Stash” comes “Kaepernick Freestyle.” Bars.
Travy Nostra – When I Lost It (Freestyle)
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Travy Nostra keeps the fire coming with his latest freestyle over Kur’s “When I Lost It”.
El Cousteau Feat. Baby Ahk – Palm Springs
El Cousteau teams up with Baby Ahk for his latest. In related news, Jay Cousteau’s Superstar drops November 30th (artwork/tracklisting below).
STREAM: Lil Dude – Luciano 2.0
Hometown hero Lil Dude is back with his new release Luciano 2.0, which sees assistance from Hoodrich Pablo (expect for collabs with him as well) and GooNew. Stream below and pick up via iTunes and other platforms.
Lil Dream is Back with “Homecoming”
Fat Trel isn’t the only artist to make a big return to music following prison time: Darren Hanible — now known as Lil Dream — is ready to remind the city and beyond why he’s one of the most talented artists out, from the lyrics to the vocals to the production. Check out “Homecoming”, produced by Supa Statiq & Good Intent.