Ice Cube Drops Bold New Single “IT’S MY EGO” Ahead of Forthcoming Album

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Iconic entertainment mogul and rapper Ice Cube has released his new single, “IT’S MY EGO,” featuring production from Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum producer E-A-Ski. The track, available now on all streaming platforms, is a teaser for his much-anticipated album MAN DOWN, set to release November 22 via Lench Mob Records, distributed by Hitmakers.

Accompanying the single, Cube has unveiled the official music video, directed by Gabriel “VideoGod” Hart, known for his work on visuals like Migos’ “Versace” and Jeezy’s “My President is Black.” The video showcases Ice Cube playing multiple characters—from a minister to a fast food worker, to an extravagant version of himself in a bold blue fur coat. The visual’s vibrant storytelling aligns with the song’s powerful message: speak up, stand firm, and be unapologetically yourself.

The video, featuring cameos from Mike Epps, Omarion, Paula Jai Parker, and WC, adds extra flair to Cube’s already dynamic presence.

With sharp lyricism and a hard-hitting beat, “IT’S MY EGO” reflects Ice Cube’s signature style, blending West Coast rap with R&B elements. Cube describes the track as a reminder to stay true to oneself, stating, “It’s easier to stay true to yourself than constantly change for others’ expectations.”

Pre-save MAN DOWN now to prepare for the West Coast legend’s return with new music.

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Tinashe Drops Bold New Music Video for “No Broke Boys”

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Multi-platinum R&B star Tinashe has released the official music video for her latest single, “No Broke Boys,” from her newest album Quantum Baby. Produced by Ricky Reed, the song blends pop and R&B to create an unapologetic empowerment anthem, quickly climbing the charts.

Directed by Aerin Moreno, the video showcases Tinashe and her dance crew squaring in a fierce battle on a high school football field. The sultry choreography reinforces the message of self-worth, reminding women not to settle for less. In a nod to her earlier visual for “Nasty,” the video concludes with a surprising twist: Tinashe, as a suspect, is apprehended following a crime spree in the desert, leaving fans eager for what’s next.

Tinashe premiered the video during her Los Angeles tour stop, where nearly 6,000 fans got an early look at the cinematic project.

Earlier this year, Tinashe released her highly anticipated album Quantum Baby, her seventh studio album and the second in a trilogy, following last year’s BB/ANG3L. The hit single “Nasty” from the album topped the Rhythm radio charts and has been streamed over 500 million times worldwide.

Tinashe is currently on her Match My Freak World Tour, which kicked off with a sold-out show in Anaheim and will span major cities across North America before heading overseas.

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.idk. Releases New Single “SUPERNOVA” Ahead of Highly Anticipated Album

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Rising artist .idk. has unveiled his latest single, “SUPERNOVA,” offering an intimate look into his journey toward honesty and vulnerability. Known for his nostalgic, hypnotic sound, .idk. blends melodic singing and rapping on the track, which captures his emotional depth with poetic finesse.

“SUPERNOVA” pays homage to JaVonte’s 2013 track of the same name, which served as a creative spark for .idk. during the making of his upcoming album BRAVADO INTiMO. JaVonte, an early supporter of .idk., influenced the track’s soulful undertones, resulting in a unique fusion of rap and R&B that has already garnered praise from the “artist’s artist.”

Scheduled for release on November 1st, BRAVADO INTiMO features a tight 32-minute runtime and boasts contributions from Gunna, Joey Bada$$, The ARTI$T, and Conway The Machine. With its focus on conceptual clarity, the album is expected to be one of .idk.’s most cohesive and widely acclaimed projects yet.

On the new album .idk. shares “My goal with this album was to simplify everything. With B.i., I just wanted to sing over beats that artists like MF DOOM would normally rap over and only rap when it felt the most natural.” 

You can hear the single below.

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Jennifer Hudson Releases Her First Ever Holiday Album ‘The Gift of Love’ Via Interscope Records

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History’s youngest female EGOT-winner Jennifer Hudson captures the magic of the holiday season on her Interscope Records debut, The Gift of Love, released today. With her effortless range and melodic tone, the genre-defying vocalist brings to life seasonal favorites like “O Holy Night,” “Winter Wonderland” and “Auld Lang Syne” alongside originals that bring fresh meaning to the holidays.

To celebrate the album’s release, she will host a special episode of “The Jennifer Hudson Show,” packed with holiday fun today. Next week, Hudson will appear on “SHERRI” and “CBS This Morning.”

The festivities will continue with The Gift of Love: An Intimate Live Experience, which launches on November 24 at Brooklyn’s Kings Theatre. This special series of performances will also bring the two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning recording artist, Academy Award-winning actress, and Tony and Emmy Award-winning producer to The Chicago Theatre in Chicago, Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles and Fontainebleau in Las Vegas. Visit JenniferHudson.world for additional information.

Hudson has joined forces with Hallmark to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Countdown to Christmas programming event and Hallmark’s 2024 Joy to Your World holiday campaign, which launches today. The campaign will feature “Let There Be Joy,” an exclusive original song from Hudson. Songs from The Gift of Love will also appear in upcoming Hallmark holiday programming.

The Gift of Love includes “Carol of the Bells,” featuring The Joy, a South African quintet known for their blend of traditional Zulu music and modern a cappella. Hudson also collaborates with fellow GRAMMY® Award winner Common for the original song “Almost Christmas” and, to fans’ delight, finally records her stunning take on “Hallelujah.” Ryan Tedder served as Executive Producer of the album and produced several tracks. Hudson additionally teamed with producers David Foster, Greg Phillinganes, Kirk Franklin, James Poyser, Fede Vindver, Peer Åström; and co-writers including Michael Pollack and J Kash.

The Gift of Love Track Listing:

1.    Hallelujah

2.    Winter Wonderland

3.    Carol of the Bells (ft. The Joy)

4.    Find The Love

5.    O Holy Night

6.    Make It To Christmas

7.    Santa to Someone

8.    My Favorite Things

9.    Little Drummer Boy

10. Go Tell It On The Mountain

11. Almost Christmas (ft. Common)

12. Jingle Bells (Prelude)

13. Jingle Bells

14. The Christmas Song

15. Auld Lang Syne

The Gift of Love: An Intimate Live Experience

November 24  Brooklyn, NY               Kings Theatre

December 13  Chicago, IL                 The Chicago Theatre

December 18  Los Angeles, CA         Walt Disney Concert Hall

December 21  Las Vegas, NV            Fontainebleau

December 22  Las Vegas, NV            Fontainebleau

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Wizkid Returns with New Single “Piece of My Heart” Featuring Brent Faiyaz

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Nigerian superstar Wizkid has returned triumphantly by releasing his new single “Piece of My Heart,” featuring Brent Faiyaz. The track, available now via Starboy/Sony Music International/RCA Records, is accompanied by a visually stunning official video directed by Lonewolf. Set in the picturesque Chateau de Neuville in France, the video showcases the duo enjoying a lavish lifestyle, from a mansion to a private jet party.

“Piece of My Heart” will be included on Wizkid’s highly anticipated sixth studio album, Morayo, scheduled for release on November 22. This deeply personal project is a tribute to Wizkid’s late mother, with the Yoruba word “MORAYO” meaning “I see joy.”

The single’s release follows Wizkid’s performance at the BOF 500 Gala and a stylish appearance at Paris Fashion Week, where he and Brent Faiyaz attended the iconic Chanel show. Wizkid hosted an intimate Ladies Only party in London to further celebrate the new music, giving select fans an exclusive first listen of “Piece of My Heart.”

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Quando Rondo Releases New Video For “Luh Wodie”

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Continuing a transformative journey and kickstarting a bold creative chapter, multiplatinum Hip-Hop luminary Quando Rondo returns with a new single “Luh Wodie.” Alongside the track, Quando revealed the official music video directed by Ace The Shooter.

The single sets the stage for the arrival of his anticipated third studio album, Here For A Reason, on November 15. His storytelling takes center stage on the project as he takes listeners on a journey of healing, self-discovery, and triumph.

When you know yourself, you can share your story. During a meteoric rise as one of hip-hop’s most enigmatic figures, Quando Rondo discovered himself. The Savannah, GA native went from D.I.Y. upstart to multiplatinum phenomenon, but he also simultaneously transformed from a complicated teen into a thoughtful young man. Along the way, he found fame and fortune, yet he lost friends and loved ones. Never letting his foot off the gas, he built a bulletproof catalog of bangers highlighted by platinum singles—“ABG,” “I Remember” [feat. Lil Baby], and “Imperfect Flower”—as well as a slew of gold singles, namely “Bacc to the Basics,” “Dope Boy Dreams,” “New Ones” [with NoCap], and “Scarred from Love,” to name a few.

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Ab-Soul Announces New Mixtape ‘Soul Burger,’ Drops Video for “All That”

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TDE artist Ab-Soul has officially announced Soul Burger, his first project since his acclaimed 2022 album Herbert. Along with the announcement, he released a new single and video titled “All That,” featuring Jason Martin (formerly known as Problem) and Thirsty P. Produced by frequent TDE collaborators Rascal and TaeBeast, the track delivers the thoughtful lyricism fans expect, set to a more upbeat, danceable vibe.

The accompanying video features captivating cultural photography interspersed with scenes of Ab-Soul and his collaborators. It visually and sonically represents a shift in tone, as Soul Burger reflects a more energetic and celebratory side of Ab-Soul’s artistry.

The project is a tribute to Ab-Soul’s childhood best friend, Doe Burger, who passed away in 2021. Doe encouraged Ab-Soul to create more lively, show-stopping music for fans. This mixtape is both an homage to Doe’s memory and a reflection of the music he inspired, with Doe narrating throughout, pushing Ab-Soul to persevere through his challenges.

Soul Burger will also include the previously released single, “Squeeze 1St 2.” Fans can expect this new project to reveal another layer of Ab-Soul’s multifaceted talent.

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Coco Jones Drops New Single “Most Beautiful Design” Featuring Future & London On Da Track

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GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter, and actress Coco Jones has officially released her highly anticipated new single, “Most Beautiful Design,” featuring chart-topping rapper Future and multi-platinum producer London On Da Track. The track, available now via High Standardz/Def Jam Recordings, showcases Jones’s ethereal vocals while exploring themes of love, imperfection, and resilience.

“Most Beautiful Design” will be featured on Jones’s upcoming album, along with previously released singles “Sweep it Up” and “Here We Go (Uh Oh).” The song delivers a unique blend of R&B and rap, with Future bringing a softer, more loving side to his verses, while London On Da Track provides a vibrant, upbeat production. Each artist’s signature style shines, creating an effortless and captivating collaboration.

On the release, Coco Jones expressed her excitement, stating, “I’ve always been a fan of rap and R&B duets, so being able to modernize that format alongside Future – a rapper with such longevity and years of success in the game, is so exciting to me. ‘Most Beautiful Design’ is the space London on Da Track discovered where both of our worlds collide, and we get to find common ground as rapper and singer, and as man and woman.”

Fans of both artists are eagerly awaiting the release of Coco Jones’s upcoming album, as “Most Beautiful Design” offers a fresh, modern take on classic R&B-rap collaborations.

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Gunna Drops New Single “Him All Along”

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Capping off a monumental 2024, four-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated Atlanta rap superstar Gunna has released his new single and music video, “Him All Along,” via Young Stoner Life Records/300 Entertainment. The track, produced by Turbo, highlights Gunna’s evolving signature style, with introspective verses that lead into a powerful, emotionally charged refrain. Blending uplifting energy with stark reflection, the single showcases Gunna at his most thoughtful and poignant.

In support of the new release, Gunna is launching Wun of Dem Nights, a series of exclusive, one-off performances across select cities. The mini-tour kicks off on Saturday, October 19, at The Anthem in Washington, D.C., and will wrap up at the Hollywood Palladium on Monday, November 4.

“Him All Along” follows Gunna’s fifth studio album One of Wun, his first full-length project since 2023’s chart-topping A Gift & A Curse. The 20-track album features high-profile collaborations with Offset, Normani, Leon Bridges, and Roddy Ricch, further solidifying Gunna’s status as one of hip-hop’s most versatile and influential artists.

With these exclusive performances and a new single that reflects the depth of his artistry, Gunna continues to carve his unique path in the industry.

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Benny The Butcher & 38 Spesh Drop Long-Awaited Sequel ‘Stabbed & Shot 2’

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After six years, Benny The Butcher and 38 Spesh have reunited for the highly anticipated sequel Stabbed & Shot 2, delivering a gritty follow-up to their fan-favorite project Stabbed & Shot. Alongside the album’s release, the duo dropped a video for “Internal Affairs,” featuring OT The Real.

For Benny The Butcher, 2024 has been a standout year. Following the release of his major label debut Everybody Can’t Go on Def Jam, Benny continued his hot streak with Summertime Butch and Buffalo Butch, Vol. 1, which included his long-awaited collaboration with Drake. Stabbed & Shot 2 marks his return to the streets, reuniting with 38 Spesh to deliver more raw, street-oriented content.

38 Spesh has also had an active year, releasing the critically acclaimed Mother & Gun, further proving his dual talents as both an emcee and producer. On Stabbed & Shot 2, Benny and Spesh maintain their chemistry, seamlessly blending their styles for more vivid storytelling and street narratives.

With high expectations surrounding the sequel, Stabbed & Shot 2 doesn’t disappoint. The album features guest appearances from Busta Rhymes, Dave East, Ransom, and more, with production from Harry Fraud, Daringer, and others. Benny and Spesh continue to prove why they are among hip-hop’s elite, bringing gritty lyricism and sharp flows to the forefront.

“Stabbed & Shot 2 is pure intellectual street dialect mixed with hindsight,” Benny says, promising the same high-caliber bars fans expect.

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