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JID And Lute Share The First Taste Of The ‘Creed III’ Soundtrack With Their Powerful Collab, ‘Ma Boy’

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On the first single from the official soundtrack to Creed III, JID and Lute step into the ring, hyping each other up on the energetic track, “Ma Boy.” The song features the Dreamville labelmates giving each other encouragement, as they put on their boxing gloves and get ready for an epic fight.

“Boy, boy, that’s my brother, so play it cool / He a fool, a tool, a loose screw / Pickin’ on me, ain’t no pick and choose / Either way that you look, it’s a lose-lose,” raps JID on his first verse.

Soon after, Lute joins in, matching JID’s energy, rapping, “You know that we ain’t the same / You know how I got these stripes / They know I’m rooted in blood / Y’all just be lit of the hype, you know this really my life.”

The soundtrack to the third installment of the Creed series will be executive produced by Dreamville, alongside Proximity Media (Ryan Coogler, Ludwig Göransson, Archie Davis), Outlier Society (Michael B. Jordan) and Executive Music Producer Frank Brim. In the past, the soundtrack to the second film was produced by Mike Will Made-It, and the first by Kevin Weaver.

The Creed III soundtrack will arrive next month, in tandem with the movie’s premiere.

In the meantime, you can stream “Ma Boy” here.

The Creed III soundtrack is out 3/3 via Dreamville and Interscope.

Dreamville Announces “Creed III” Soundtrack

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When both music and movie fans can rejoice, those moments can make for some of the best in a year for pop culture. While many teased and spoke about this crossover, its confirmation is setting those high expectations up. Dreamville just announced their soundtrack for Creed III, the next franchise installment. Moreover, the film is directed by and starring Michael B. Jordan, who previously teased the team-up. “I’m probably gonna get in trouble,” he expressed at ComplexCon. “Dreamville is executive producing this album.” Now, after that insider scoop, the dominant hip-hop label confirmed their big moment.

While Jordan’s likely over the moon about the crossover, it didn’t stop acting and directing at the same time to be difficult for him. “It’s torture, but at the same time, it’s so much fun,” he told Collider in an interview. “It was the challenge of accomplishing it all, with the multitasking nature of developing the story, trying to stay in shape, and giving all the departments what they individually needed, to go do their job.” However, maybe one of the many hats he wore was also making sure this soundtrack felt right. While no one from either camp has yet commented on it at length, some of Dreamville’s camp hyped up its Instagram reveal in its comments. For example, Bas commented a punching emoji, while Morray posted two fire emojis.

BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 31: Michael B. Jordan, Minority Shareholder of AFC Bournemouth, wears a AFC Bournemouth scarf as they look on prior to the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Crystal Palace at Vitality Stadium on December 31, 2022 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images)

Still, the soundtrack will likely fit well when paired with the on-and-off-screen themes of perseverance and dedication. “It’s really hard to put into words,” the director and actor shared. “Every day was a struggle, but honestly, it was the team of people that I had around me that got me through it. You’ve really gotta surround yourself with the right help, so that you can focus on the things you need to focus on. Sometimes that’s doing two things at one time, or three things at one time. It’s just part of the job.

“Once you step behind the camera,” he continued, “the undertaking that it is, from the outside looking in, it’s tough.” However, through that hard work and passion, we’re probably getting something very special soon from these creatives. Are you excited for Dreamville’s soundtrack for Creed III? Whatever the case, let us know in the comments down below. Also, as always, come back to HNHH for updates on movie and music crossovers and the much anticipated Creed III.

J.Cole & Dreamville Release 2023 Limited-Edition Outwear Collection

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J.Cole & Dreamville Release 2023 Limited-Edition Outwear Collection

Dreamville is introducing a number of new apparel pieces today as part of the brand’s 2023 collection, with each new item on sale beginning tomorrow, Friday, January 27 at 3:00 p.m. ET via Dreamville.com.

MORE: Dreamville Set To Executive Produce ‘Creed III’ Album, Michael B. Jordan Reveals

The new garment slate features a number of new unisex silhouettes in the Premium classics collection including the team’s first-ever puffer jacket, which also highlights the debut of the team’s custom Dreamville-branded zipper. This custom-designed cloud-printed jacket features the iconic Dreamville logo spelled out in bright yellow letters set atop a black zippered backdrop, a new manufacturing process that took years in the making to develop.

The rest of the new clothing collection will include cloud-printed basketball shorts, matching grey hoodie and sweatpants sets, and the classic Dreamville logo-printed black pants, t-shirts, and shorts; as well as the debut of Dreamville’s first-ever tear-away logo-printed pants and quilted coaches jackets. Limited quantities of each item are available so fans are encouraged to act fast and purchase today.

Dreamville’s apparel division within the larger Dreamville Ventures umbrella company continues to be led by longtime partner and Apparel President Adam Roy. Roy is not only responsible for spearheading efforts to successfully revitalize the brand’s flagship music festival in North Carolina, but he has also expanded the team’s cut-and-sew line by collaborating with major retail brands and increasing exposure worldwide. 

Design for the new apparel line was led by Raeana Anaïs, Director of Design for Dreamville, who has created memorable apparel items and performance outfits for many of Dreamville’s music artists for years including Grammy Award-winning Dreamville cofounder J. Cole, while continuing to design the seasonal collection for the core brand. 

MORE: [WATCH] Dreamville’s Bas Returns with New Single and Video “Diamonds”

“Our team began developing this new Dreamville-branded zipper five years ago, and we have been eager to share the design ever since. Our new Premium Classic Puffer serves as the perfect opportunity to finally bring this exciting innovation to our fans, especially since outerwear has become such an important wardrobe staple and expression of personal style,” said Dreamville’s Director of Design Raeana Anaïs. “As Dreamville continues to elevate our apparel collection, we are excited to explore new silhouettes with unique and subtle branded details. As iconic as Dreamville has become in today’s society, our new goal is to explore messaging the brand beyond the classic logo.”

Expect more seasonal pieces from the Dreamville team to roll out in the coming months, although fans should visit Dreamville.com and follow along on social media at @Dreamville to stay in the know for future apparel releases.

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Bas Announces Upcoming Fourth Album,  But Who Is He?

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Dreamville rapper Bas said he would drop his fourth album soon. The rap veteran was the first artist signed to Dreamville and has been there since 2013. Bas is also a frequent collaborator with J. Cole. Bas, a rapper signed to J. Cole’s Dreamville label, shared on Instagram that he would soon release his fourth […]

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Drake & J. Cole’s Basketball Skills Rated By Toronto Raptors

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Some starts from the Toronto Raptors recently rated Drake and J. Cole’s hooping skills. Moreover, they had to distinguish between the court and the booth, as they’re two dominant MCs. However, their answers as to each rapper’s skills as a basketball player may surprise you.

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – FEBRUARY 03: (L-R) Rapper’s Drake and J. Cole attend First Down Friday at Sensu on February 3, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

“[J. Cole is] actually one of the artists that really knows how to play basketball,” expressed Scottie Barnes, winner of the Rookie of the Year award in 2022. While Drake is an official ambassador for the franchise, some acknowledged the Dreamville artist’s skill. After all, he played in various professional leagues over the years and impressed many with his movement.

Meanwhile, guard Fred VanVleet said “[J. Cole] can play a little bit. You know what I mean? Not professionally, obviously. Drake is just old-man YMCA game. He just doesn’t move like a basketball player.”

“J. Cole moving super fluent so I’ma have to go with Cole,” fellow guard Gary Trent Jr. added. Furthermore, he pitted each GOAT contender against each other in a one-on-one for his thought process.

However, when it came to pitting their careers in music against each other, the Toronto Raptors surprised no one. While many gave love to the North Carolina lyricist, the 6 God clearly has a home-court advantage on their playlists.

“Drake’s low-key like the GOAT,” added Rookie of the Year Barnes. “Not low-key, [but] high-key. Whatever he drops is a banger.”

Furthermore, the OVO head honcho’s musical moves made for a stellar 2022 for him. However, J. Cole has refined his hooping chops with a lot of experience over the years. Moreover, he played for some African and Canadian leagues, and Drake helped him get on the Canadian Elite Basketball League. Specifically, he joined the Scarborough Shooting Stars in 2022.

Still, it’s no surprise considering the League’s co-owner, Nicholas “Niko” Carino. Also, he co-founded OVO and is Drizzy’s close friend, who linked up with Cole at Drake’s birthday party in 2021.

“You know, Dreamville and OVO are family,” Carino remarked. “Drake had a birthday party in L.A. last year. The conversation was, ‘I heard you have your team.’ It organically grew from there.”

Still, what do you think of the Toronto Raptors rating Drake and J. Cole’s basketball skills? Whatever the case, let us know in the comments down below. Also, as always, stay tuned to HNHH for more curious crossovers in the worlds of hip-hop and basketball.

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[WATCH] Dreamville’s Bas Returns with New Single and Video “Diamonds”

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[WATCH] Dreamville's Bas Returns with New Single and Video "Diamonds"

Bas is back. The Dreamville emcee has released his new single and video, “Diamonds.”

The single brings the harmonies that Bas can easily infuse into his singles, while his verses blend the pain of success and a sense of achievement. The new video opens with Bas in a state of haze, partially submerged in water on a set of couches as a neon woman circles the area. The moment is evident in the video as Bas struggles with partying and the allure of a great time before being strangled next to the woman, only for it to be all viewed in front of a group of people who aimlessly watched the death. A conviction of society, they all seem to pull their camera phones.

Speaking with Complex, Bas revealed his message in “Diamonds” :

“‘Diamonds’ stems from the stark realization that, as artists in the public light, our pains and traumas are consistently up for the public’s consumption. We have to continually explore and give more of ourselves to feed the insatiable appetite of the audience. We experience and watch our peers go through life-altering and irrevocably damaging moments that just end up as clickbait or social media fodder. We make public appearances and wear masks in order to be who the public wants us to be. Shine bright for them. Yet our inner turmoils just fester underneath it all. The trappings of the life we chose, the dreams we pursue can oftentimes be the cause of our downfall.”

You can see the new video below.

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