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Spotify Launches Spotify CLASSICS, Celebrating Influential Albums from Streaming Era

February 16, 2024 by newhiphopnews

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Spotify has unveiled its inaugural catalog program, Spotify CLASSICS, a tribute to selected catalog music chosen by Spotify’s editorial team. The first iteration spotlights revered albums from the streaming era, spanning 2015 to the present day in North America.

The launch of Spotify CLASSICS initiates with the revelation of the 30 most influential Hip Hop and R&B albums from the past nine years. The on-platform experience introduces a new destination hub showcasing selected albums, including iconic projects like Lemonade (2016), To Pimp A Butterfly (2015), Over It (2019), and 4:44 (2017).

Spotify CLASSICS albums are meticulously handpicked for their cultural significance in North America. These selections are 100% qualitative, emphasizing replay value over chart performance. The streaming service chose 2015 as the starting point of the streaming era, as it marked the pivotal moment when music streaming surpassed digital downloads, reshaping the music landscape in terms of album rollouts and chart success.

The full list is available below:

Malibu (2016) – Anderson .Paak
Lemonade (2016) – Beyoncé
RENAISSANCE (2022) – Beyoncé
TRAPSOUL (2015) – Bryson Tiller
Mother (2021) – Cleo Sol
Freudian (2017) – Daniel Caesar
Bandana (2019) – Freddie Gibbs & Madlib
DS2 (2015) – Future
H.E.R (2017) – H.E.R
Ego Death (2015) – The Internet
4:44 (2017) – JAY-Z
Heaux Tales (2021) – Jazmine Sullivan
To Pimp A Butterfly (2015) – Kendrick Lamar
DAMN. (2017) – Kendrick Lamar
Lil Uzi Vert vs. The World (2016) – Lil Uzi Vert
Culture (2017) – Migos
Victory Lap (2018) – Nipsey Hussle
Blonde (2016) – Frank Ocean
Die Lit (2018) – Playboi Carti
Anti (2016) – Rihanna
Please Excuse Me for Being Antisocial (2019) – Roddy Ricch
CARE FOR ME (2018) – Saba
A Seat at the Table (2016) – Solange
Over It (2019) – Summer Walker
CtrI (2017) – SZA
ASTROWORLD (2018) – Travis Scott
Flower Boy (2017) – Tyler, The Creator
IGOR (2019) – Tyler, The Creator.
CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST (2021)- Tyler, The Creator
17 (2017) – XXXTENTACION

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Drake “If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late” 9th Anniversary: Revisit The Classic “Know Yourself”

February 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Drake really put his haters and doubters on notice with his 2015 mixtape If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late. The Canadian was known for his softer R&B side after dropping projects like Take Care and So Far Gone. So, when If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late came out, we got to see the darker, leaner, and meaner side. It was a great change of pace to bring more minimal beats to allow for the lyrics to be the focal point. One of the prime examples of this working to perfection for Drake is on “Know Yourself.”

Everyone knows the iconic beat switch halfway through after the extremely quotable line, “I was runnin’ through the 6 with my woes.” That line itself was debated online at the time because fans thought Drake meant he was battling issues while making a name for himself living in Canada. Noah “40” Shebib, one of Drake’s closest collaborators cleared that up. “It’s a South slang word woadie meaning my friend or my n****.”

Relisten To “Know Yourself” By Drake

While some people still view Take Care or Nothing Was The Same as his best albums, there is a conversation to be had for IYRTITL. “Know Yourself” is a major reason reason why. It is so well-produced and structured while giving you confidence when it comes on. The conviction in which Drake raps is bone-chilling and it helps carry the momentum through the rest of the tracklist.

What were your thoughts on “Know Yourself” by Drake from If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late? Is this the best track from the album, why or why not? Where does this song rank in his discography? What is your overall opinion on the album right now and why? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to tell us in the comments below. Additionally, keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Drake. Finally, stay with us for the most informative song posts throughout the week.

Quotable Lyrics:

This is that nasty flow
Top boy in this s***, I’m so international
Reps up is in here
Got P Reign and Chubby and TJ and Winnie and woah
Yeah, and you know how that shit go
I might declare it a holiday as soon as Baka get back on the road

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Nike Air Force 1 Low “Classics” Revealed: Photos

February 21, 2023 by newhiphopnews

One of the best sneakers of all time is the Nike Air Force 1 Low. This is a sneaker that has stood the test of time, and overall, it will probably never go away. Just last year, this shoe celebrated its 40th anniversary. It was a significant anniversary for the shoe that subsequently led to a whole bunch of colorways. If you are a fan of this silhouette, it has been overwhelming to choose from all of the options out there. That said, there are still plenty of classics to go out and acquire for your collection.

Throughout 2023, it has become clear that Nike is keeping the party alive. They have numerous plans for various other offerings, which is good news for sneakerheads. Nike’s consumer base has diverse tastes when it comes to colorways. As a result, the Beaverton brand is always trying to appease as many people as possible. Although this is almost impossible to do, Nike is somehow able to get it done.

“Classics” Nike Air Force 1 Low

In the images above and below, you can find the Nike Air Force 1 Low “Classics.” This shoe is part of the “Classics” collection which contains numerous other silhouettes. It is easy to see why this shoe made it into this collection given how famous it is. As you can see down below, the shoe begins with a white leather upper. Secondly, the Nike swoosh here has silver and black speckles throughout. Moreover, the outsole of the shoe is grey, while the midsole has an aged beige look to it. Overall, it makes for a very solid offering that all fans can enjoy.

At the time of writing this, the sneaker does not have a release date. However, you can expect these to drop in the Spring for $140 USD. Let us know what you think of this shoe, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sneaker world. We will always keep you informed on the latest colorways from the biggest brands.

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