Today In Hip Hop History: Busta Rhymes Dropped His Debut Album ‘The Coming’ 28 Years Ago

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On this date in 1996, Busta Rhymes did the inevitable and released his highly anticipated solo album The Coming on Elektra Records.

Even though the Leaders Of The New School were a celebrated group within the culture, it was always suggested that Busta drop a solo project minus LONS. With production form the likes of Easy Mo Bee, DJ Scratch and even Busta Buss himself, The Coming served as a introductory project of what was to come from the one of the greatest lyricists in the game.Appearance from the likes of the late Notorious B.I.G., A Tribe Called Quest(who first introduced Busta on “Scenario”), Heave d and The Boyz and Mary J. Blige.

The 13 track full length studio album was chock full of hits including “Everything Remains Raw”, the Zhane-powered “It’s A Party” and the album’s lead single “Woo Hah!! Got You All In Check”. This album also introduces Busta’s own “Flipmode Squad” consisting of Lord Have Mercy, Rampage, Rah Digga and Spliff Star.

Salute to Busta on his premiere project; definitely an important piece of Hip Hop history!

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Tyla “Tyla” Review

The most important thing to take away from Tyla’s artistry is her unquestionable devotion to her roots. After snagging the inaugural Grammy Award for Best African Performance, her career trajectory maintained a steady upward rise. Not that she needed it anyway… her record-breaking “Water” became a global smash hit last year. However, with her eponymous debut album, Tyla proves there’s more than enough material to diminish any thought of her being a one-hit wonder. A priceless marriage of Amapiano, Afrobeat, R&B, and Pop, TYLA is an exceptional showcase of an artist flirting with musical polyamory, while simultaneously staying close to her one true love.  

Africa’s Pop Princess Has Been Years In The Making

Long before the release of her debut album, Tyla Seethal, born in 2002, has been hard at work crafting sultry dance music. With sensual, breathy vocals, her South African imprint elevates her sound beyond mere dance beats and melodies. In 2019, she began to garner buzz following the release of the single, “Getting Late.” The midnight house track, produced by Kooldrink, swiftly enjoyed success in her native South Africa. Released fresh off her high school graduation, it was pretty evident that a star was on the rise. Fast forward half a decade later, and her hard work has since paid off, and on a grand scale too. 

Amapiano Is At The Forefront Of Tyla’s Debut Album

The backbone of Tyla’s debut album is evidently Amapiano. The signature South African sound is heard all through the project, and is clearly where the singer is most comfortable. Since her mainstream debut, Tyla has been vocal about her love for the genre. Moreover, she’s remarkably helped to push the genre’s overall popularity to a higher level. With her music, Tyla is striving to bring listeners back to her home turf. Dance music, although global, is permanently etched into Africa’s history after all. 

Even on tracks like “On and On,” which could easily be passed onto the likes of a Victoria Monét, or Kehlani, it’s the African elements that make it a Tyla song. Moreover, while shining in her comfort zone, Tyla’s vocals are illuminating, resting gently on the album’s many mesmerizing beats. Production credits include Sir Nolan, who has worked with everyone from Muni Long, to Selena Gomez, and Justin Bieber, and is behind the seductive “Butterflies.”

However, Sammy Soso, Believve, Ceebeats, and Ebenezer Maxwell are some of the major champions on Tyla’s debut album. Their eclectic mix of Amapiano helps give the album a cohesive feel. From the album’s second track, “Safer,” it’s evident that there’s already another hit single if Tyla chooses. And that’s what makes TYLA a worthwhile project- it’s laced with hits, but isn’t simply a collective of singles. Another key element on the fire track is the contribution of Ariowa Irosogie, also known as Ari Pensmith. The British writer and producer, and his frequent collaborator Richard Isong, a.k.a., P2J, are felt all over the album. 

A Coming-Of-Age Showcase

Tyla’s debut album is also a significant milestone in her rise as a definitive artist. The album covers several different emotions, offering relatable stories of love, lust, and the limelight. Her features are also worth noting. She joins forces with her inspiration, and fellow Grammy-winner Tems, on “No.1.” The track, which has the potential to become a major anthem, is all about realizing one’s self-worth. “I gotta put me number one, no compromisin,” both women sing with believable confidence.

“Jump,” which blends reggaeton, Amapiano, and Hip Hop, is easily one of the project’s standout moments. Tyla travels between the highest and lowest parts of her register, for a definitive dance number about her bod. Gunna and Skillibeng also lend their talents, and each star is given more than enough room to shine. The album’s 11th track, “On My Body,” which features Becky G, is a proclamation of feminine sexuality and energy. Altogether, Tyla evidently found a musical sweet spot, where her sex appeal is on full display lyrically. 

Tyla Is Here To Stay

On her debut album, Tyla makes it clear that this is just a highlight of what’s to come. She worms herself into darker themes, as heard on “Breathe Me” and “Priorities.” However, the glue that ties it all together is her South African musical style. Tyla’s mission is evidently to keep the world on their feet. From “Jozi to Ibiza,” there’s nobody doing it quite like her at the moment. And at just 22, she’s about to extend SA’s mainstream reach on a greater scale.

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Tyla Gets The Star Stamp Of Approval On Her Debut Album “TYLA”

It is finally here ladies and gentlemen. Tyla, the Johannesburg, South Africa native has been delivering some incredible tracks up until her debut self-titled LP. Of course, everyone is hip on “Water,” which has not only dominated the charts and everyone’s hearts, it also nabbed her a GRAMMY. But do not let that one song fool you, she is not a one-trick pony. She showcased her talent for songwriting and ear for infectious production on songs like “Butterflies,” “Truth or Dare,” and more.

The Afropop/amapiano talent spoke with Apple Music about the creation of her project. “I’ve always wanted to be a pop star, but beyond that, I wanted to be an African pop star. The roots of my sound are in amapiano music, in South African and African music.” She continues, “Since I started experimenting with amapiano, I just feel like it’s really helped me get to this point where I created something fresh and new, but still familiar and comes from home.”

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Listen To TYLA By Tyla

Tyla has a sense of pride about where she is from and she is looking forward to sharing her culture with the masses. “It’s a sound of Africa, and it’s something that I couldn’t be more proud about.” Helping bring her roots to the mainstream are Gunna, Tems, Travis Scott on the “Water” remix, Becky G, and more. be sure to tap in to what fans already deeming a great album.

What are your thoughts on this brand-new album, TYLA, by Tyla? After hearing this record, do you see her as a bonafide star, why or why not? What songs are you gravitating toward right now? Who had the best guest performance here? Which track is the best? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Tyla. Finally, stay with us for the most informative project posts throughout the week.

TYLA Tracklist:

  1. Intro with Kelvin Momo
  2. Safer
  3. Water
  4. Truth or Dare
  5. No.1 (feat. Tems)
  6. Breathe Me
  7. Butterflies
  8. On and On
  9. Jump with Gunna, Skillibeng
  10. ART
  11. On My Body with Becky G
  12. Priorities
  13. To Last
  14. Water – Remix with Travis Scott

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Tyla & Travis Scott Get Steamy & Drenched In Visuals For “Water (Remix)”

Tyla’s career is on the fast track toward super stardom. Some may argue she is already there and they definitely make a compelling argument. While she still needs to develop a more robust catalog, she has proven so far that she can write some catchy amapiano, Afropop, and Afro R&B records. Of course, everyone is drawn to the song that really put her on the map, “Water.” It was released at the perfect time last year (July 28), and it looks to have another big outing this summer as well. What will also bolster it is the new music video for “Water (Remix)” featuring Travis Scott alongside Tyla.

The alternate version dropped about four months later, and while it is not as popular as its predecessor, Travis definitely does not take away from its allure. We appreciate the subtle changes for his appearance like the heavier drums and auto-tuned background vocals. It is certainly a justified remix in our books. Now, it is further solidified (or rather liquified) with a music video.

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Watch Music Video For “Water (Remix)” With Tyla & Travis Scott

There is some fun and sensual direction behind the camera from Nabil Elderkin. He uses the dark blue color scheme, water, and some sort of divider to excellent effect. It allows for Tyla to come across as the mysterious love interest she is portraying herself to be in the song. Travis is on the other side of the see through wall as she continues to lure him in before they come together in the second half. Tyla’s debut self-titled album hits streaming on Friday March 22 with features from Becky G, Tems, Gunna, SKillibeng, and Kelvin Momo.

What are your thoughts on this brand-new music video for “Water (Remix)” by Tyla and Travis Scott? Is this the better version of her hit song, why or why not? Do you think it was smart to make the visuals for the remix instead of the original? Are you going to check out her debut self-titled album this Friday, March 22? Should they collaborate again in the future? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Tyla and Travis Scott. Finally, stay with us for everything the most informative music video posts throughout the week.

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5 Things We Want From North West’s Debut Album

North West recently announced to the world that she is working on her debut album Elementary School Dropout during Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign’s Vultures listening experience in Phoenix, Arizona. The 10-year-old daughter of one of rap’s most controversial geniuses made her vocal performance debut on Vultures 1, in the form of a brief inclusion on the track “Talking.” North’s performance on the track sparked questions from fans around the globe, who wondered if this feature was the start of a prolific solo career or simply a happy accident resulting from spending some quality time in the studio with her super-star dad.

Now that North West has confirmed her intention to release a full-length debut album, fans’ minds are awash with possibility. The project will no doubt feature guest appearances and production work from some of Kanye’s close collaborators, setting Elementary School Dropout up for major success from the get-go. Here are 5 things fans would love to see from North West’s first LP.

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Chopped Soul Samples

Despite his many controversies, it cannot be denied that Kanye West has changed the face of music several times over as he recently acknowledged in his Big Boy interview. His moody emotional rumination on 808s & Heartbreak inspired a generation of hip-hop artists, while his brash experimental instrumentation choices on Yeezus brought industrial hip-hop to the forefront of the genre. Of course, before he came to be the groundbreaking artist we all know today, Kanye launched The College Dropout, notable for its high-pitched soul samples.

North West’s debut album surely won’t be a track-for-track remake of Kanye’s debut, but the project would certainly benefit from a few throwback instrumental references with vocal chops from the likes of Nina Simone, Michael Jackson, and others. The choice to include early Kanye-influence on the project would definitely bring the rapper’s legacy full circle, allowing him to pass the torch to his eldest child.

North’s Kanye-Like Attitude

Before North West was making music, the public knew her primarily from her brief but notable appearances on programs like Keeping Up With The Kardashians. On the show, it rapidly became clear to fans that North presents the same “Can’t Tell Me Nothing” attitude as her father. Now, North has an opportunity to showcase her vibrant personality on a record, offering listeners a chance to hear from the 10-year-old recording artist in her own words. Her sole vocal performance on “Talking” already brings a great deal of personality to the table, so a full album of North talking her jazz will surely leave fans enthused.

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Guest Features From Other Famous Kids

As soon as North West’s debut album was announced, fans across the internet joked that North and Drake’s son Adonis should continue their respective fathers’ feud. However, Elementary School Dropout could serve as a perfect opportunity to get North and Adonis in the studio together, to mend generational fences between their rap-star dads, and put the past behind them. After all, what other kids North’s age could understand the process of recording a real studio album besides Adonis, who recently made his musical debut with the track “My Man Freestyle.” A North West and Adonis team-up could serve as an Avengers-level crossover, with additional appearances reserved for the children of other Kanye collaborators, just for good measure.

Kim Kardashian’s Full Blessing

Obviously, things between Kim and Kanye have not been ideal for the past several years, as the months following the pair’s separation and subsequent divorce were mired with Kanye taking his personal battles to social media. While it remains unclear where the relationship between Kim and Kanye stands today, it would surely please listeners to know that North West’s music has Kim Kardashian’s full blessing. Kim has not yet commented on the album announcement publicly, leaving fans to wonder if she was even consulted about the process beforehand.

The health, well-being, and whereabouts of their four shared children have served as a major sticking point in the Kim and Kanye saga. A brief interlude or spoken word intro from Kim on the album would assure fans that the project is truly a family affair, regardless of what goes on between the divorced couple personally.

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Kanye West’s Production And Vocal Features

It should come as no surprise that fans are already expecting to see Kanye West credited up and down North West’s debut album. For starters, the album title and rollout already serve as North’s tribute to her father’s artistry. Secondly, North’s incredibly young age means she’ll likely require a lot of guidance in the booth, and what better teacher than the man who changed the face of music multiple times in his storied decades-long career? Undoubtedly, Kanye will grant North access to numerous popular producers, rappers, and audio engineers to ensure her album becomes a major success. Still, fans far and wide would eagerly anticipate witnessing the father and daughter duo collaborating on multiple tracks.

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Kanye West’s Friend Says Rapper Is Going All In For North West’s Debut Album

It seems kids of famous artists are taking up after their parents and looking to pursue music in one way or another more often. Drake’s son Adonis is one of the biggest examples, dropping his adorable freestyle “My Man.” Of course, we cannot forget North West, who had a major contribution to Kanye West’s album VULTURES 1 with “TALKING.” Her memorable performance made the track one of the best on the record. While she still has a lot of growing to do, it is clear she has some real talent. That is what Kanye’s friend, Justin Laboy, believes as well as he hyped up North West’s debut album.

Of course, Ye’s oldest child made the major announcement during the listening event in Phoenix a couple of days ago. It sent the internet into a frenzy, especially after she said the name of it will be Elementary School Dropout, evoking her father’s debut. Like her dad, she has developed a serious fascination with music. “She just naturally loves it,” said Laboy, who was interviewed by TMZ, according to AllHipHop.

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North West’s Debut Album Has A Lot Of Support

In his chat with the media powerhouse, Laboy revealed that Kanye is really doing all that he can to ensure this project sounds great. “Everybody’s excited. Ye’s putting everything, all chips in on her – production, the best engineers. I think she’s got it.” Additionally, he let slip about who would be on North West’s tape. According to him, some of her friends have already recorded their vocals and North is coming up with at least 10 freestyles a day.

What are your thoughts on Kanye West’s friend saying North West’s debut album is getting the best producers and engineers? Are you buying into the hype for Elementary School Dropout, why or why not? Do you think “TALKING” is the best song from VULTURES 1? Will you check out the record when it drops? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Kanye West and North West. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the world of music.

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Today in Hip-Hop History: Run-D.M.C.’s Self Titled Debut Album Turns 40 Years Old!

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On this date in 1984, the Kings from Queens released their first self-titled album on Def Jam Recordings under Rush Management.

This monumental album put Daryl McDaniels (DMC), Joseph Simmons (DJ Run), and Jason Mizell (Jam Master Jay) on the map, and launched one of the most successful careers Hip-Hop has ever seen.

With songs like “Sucker MCs,” “It’s Like That,” “Hard Times” and “Rock Box,” the record was an accurate reflection of the lives of three ambitious kids from Hollis, Queens in New York City in a time before the crack epidemic.

Simmons and McDaniels used to hang around Two-Fifths Park in Hollis in late 1980, hoping to rap for the local DJs who performed and competed there. The most popular one just happened to be Mizell, then known as “Jazzy Jase” because of his flashy wardrobe and b-boy attitude. Eventually, Simmons and McDaniels rapped in front of Mizell at the park, and the rest is history.

As a group, they soon strapped on a pair of Adidas, threw on a rope chain and topped it off with a Kangol hat. Little did they know, they were crafting a signature style, one that has stood the test of time and is widely recognized around the world.

Run-D.M.C. went on to release six more albums, including 1985’s King of Rock and 1986’s Raising Hell. Tragically, Mizell was gunned down on October 30, 2002, at his recording studio in Queens. Countless fans left Adidas sneakers, albums and flowers for the legendary DJ outside of the studio, where the murder occurred. The homicide has yet to be solved.

Run-D.M.C. was also inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2009, making them one of only two Hip Hop acts given that honor at the time.

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North West Reveals Debut Album “Elementary School Dropout” Is Coming Soon

North West is the oldest child of Kanye West and Kim Kardashian. Overall, North has embraced the personality of her father. Whenever she is on TV or on social media, fans agree that she is just like her dad. Ultimately, she has the same creative ambitions as her father. Throughout the past few years, she has spoken about wanting to be a rapper, a fashion designer, and even a professional basketball player. Although it might be difficult to achieve all of these, she has the drive to get it done.

Recently, North West was on the Vultures 1 song “Talking.” In this song, she gives a passionate verse that fans thought was quite good. Subsequently, Ye has been bringing her to various Vultures listening parties. With the second version of the album coming soon, North has gotten to perform on numerous occasions. This is what happened last night, as North addressed the crowd with a special announcement. The young star plans to release a debut album, and it is an homage to her father’s debut.

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North West Pays Tribute To Her Dad

In 2004, Kanye West blessed us with The College Dropout. The album is turning 20 years old, and fans have been feeling the nostalgia. Well, when it comes to North’s new project, it is going to be called Elementary School Dropout. It is certainly a clever name, and the crowd appreciated the announcement. No one really knows when this drop. However, if North is really like her father, we’re sure there will be all sorts of delays on this one. (Just kidding) Hopefully, we get to hear some tracks from this album, sooner rather than later.

Let us know what you think of this announcement, in the comments section down below. Are you excited about this news? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will always be sure to keep you informed on your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

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Ice Spice Delivers Massive Update On Her Debut Album

Ice Spice is easily one of the biggest newcomers in all of hip-hop. Overall, she has been able to work with some of the biggest artists on the planet. Nicki Minaj and Taylor Swift have all given her co-signs. Moreover, she has been hanging out with Lana Del Rey, which just showcases how powerful her rise has been. Moving forward, fans are eager to hear what she has in store. Sure, she came out with some huge singles, but fans want to hear a whole album. They got an EP, and now, they want the LP.

Over the past few weeks, Spice has been teasing that such a project would be on the horizon. For instance, she revealed that her debut album would be out in the next few months. Furthermore, she said the album would be called Y2K. It is an appropriate album title given the fact that she was born on January 1st, 2000, the start of the millennium. Since that announcement, fans have been waiting for an update on the project. Just moments ago, they got one as Spice had a very simple message for her followers.

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Ice Spice Is Dropping Soon

“I finished recording y2k the album,” she wrote on Instagram. It was a simple message, albeit one that was quite powerful. Now that the album is finished in the recording stage, it just has to be mixed and mastered. There will likely be some features added to spruce things up, but as it pertains to Spice’s vocals, the project is complete. Ice Spice has remained consistent with her sound up until this point, so we don’t foresee any massive changes. However, if she comes through with some surprises, then this could be one of the biggest releases of the entire year.

Let us know what you think of this announcement, in the comments section down below. What are your expectations for the album? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will always keep you informed on all of your favorite artists.

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Erick The Architect Curates A Terrific Debut With “I’ve Never Been Here Before”

Someone who has consistently impressed us with their recent output has been Erick the Architect. The Flatbush Zombies affiliate started the rollout for his debut album I’ve Never Been Here Before last July with the lead single “Parkour.” It would not be until October that he would continue to tease it with the release of “Ambrosia” featuring Channel Tres. That leads us to November, where Erick would go on a torrent run in which it seemed he could not miss.

“Shook Up,” “Ezekiel’s Wheel,” “Instincts,” and “2-3 Zone,” all offered up some of Erick’s waviest performances. He was really able to lock in on his soulful, psychedelic, and jazzy side. All of these captivating singles have led him to delivering I’ve Never Been Here Before. Erick spoke with Notion about spoke about the true amount of time it took make this piece of art.

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Listen To I’ve Never Been Here Before By Erick The Architect

“I’ve felt so many different emotions while making this project. When people ask how long it took to make, naturally I say five years. But truly, I’m 35, so it took 35 years to do my debut album: you have to give yourself grace for the time that you put into making something that you believe in,” Erick said. Well, we are glad he took his time with it because this a truly a treat of a listen. It might go down as one of the more underrated releases of the year for most. But this a true AOTY contender in our book.

What are your thoughts on this brand-new album, I’ve Never Been Here Before, by Erick the Architect? Is this one of the more impressive debuts in recent memory? Who had the best feature on the record and why? What songs are you gravitating toward the most right now? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Erick the Architect. Finally, stay with us for the most informative project posts throughout the week.

I’ve Never Been Here Before Tracklist:

  1. I Am Still
  2. 2-3 Zone
  3. Parkour
  4. Breaking Point with Baby Rose, Pale Jay, RUDE CAT
  5. Mandevillain
  6. Ezekiel’s Wheel with George Clinton
  7. Jammy Jam
  8. Ambrosia with Channel Tres
  9. Shook Up with Joey Bada$$, FARR
  10. Beef Patty with Boy Boy
  11. Colette
  12. Instincts with WESTSIDE BOOGIE
  13. Neue Muse
  14. Leukemia / AM with Kimbra
  15. Too Much Talkin
  16. Liberate with Lalah Hathaway

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