French Montana releases “Drive By,” a new track produced by Harry Fraud and featuring Detroit rapper Babyface Ray, from his next album Montega, which will be released on June 24.
Montana begins a tone-setting flow, while Babyface Ray provides a laid-back delivery to “Drive By,” which is introduced by Fraud’s production featuring Ionna Gika’s vocals throughout the track. The Bronx emcee and the Detroit rapper team up to boast about their achievements in life while warily making moves in the midst of untrustworthy people.
You can hear the single below and presave the album here.
After releasing last month’s double feature in a new vlog, “24 Hours In Tijuana” and visual for “Okay Okizzle,” Def Jam’s first-ever signed Mexican recording artist OHNO kick-off the summer with the drop of a new EP, titled Sunshine In A Bag. Stream it below via Def Jam/One Percent Sounds.
Sunshine In A Bag is a five-song collection of new music from the Los Angeles native and generates anticipation for a full-length major-label debut album. The new EP displays the artist’s buzzing Spanglish rap style that has earned him a cult-like following of a legion of primary screaming women. And with Latin Hip Hop at its peak on a global scale right now, OHNO’s popularity comes with perfect timing.
OHNO’s EP marks the first in two years since 2019’s Focused. OHNO signed with Def Jam in 2021 after a phenomenal run as an independent artist that produced a laundry list of hit songs, like “Get Sawvy,” “Me & My Bitch” and “No Dummy” that has over eight million streams on Spotify.
Sunshine In A Bag kicks off a huge summer for OHNO that includes new music videos from the EP, big-name collaborations and upcoming shows. For newfound fans, OHNO’s latest is the perfect jump-on point as he becomes one of the hottest Latin acts of 2022 hip hop.
Feel free to check out the full EP below, and afterward, follow OHNO on social media.
Curren$y is back with a new project, Spring Clean 2, produced by Fuse of the 808 Mafia. Curren$y tackles a diverse backdrop of sounds, weaving his lines in and out of pianos, percussion, and samples.
The new album brings in Fendi P, CT, Pierre Bourne, and Young Dro for assistance across 18 tracks. Curren$y and Fuse are no strangers to collaborating; the first edition of Spring Clean was released in 2020, and the project demonstrates the two’s adaptability despite their signature sounds.
Juelz Santana was the latest rapper to hit Drink Champs. During his session with N.O.R.E. and D.J. E.F.N., Santana spoke about his career, arrest at the airport, and more, but also how he became a lean drinker.
When asked about his lean addiction, Santana said he was unable to stop at the time because of the withdrawal effects. “I was addicted to the point to where I was drinking it every day and if I stopped drinking it, yeah, I would’ve got sick ’cause that’s what happens with the opiates and shit. Withdrawals and stuff.”
Santana would state that his introduction to lean came from Paul Wall.
“[Paul Wall] kind of introduced me to it a little bit, just on some ‘Taste it,’ you know what I mean? I’m a grown-ass man, I do what I want,” Santana said. “He put me on and you know, me and Wayne being close and recording that album at the time didn’t help.”
Lil Wayne, Juelz’s I Can’t Feel My Face collaborator, is known for his lean use in the past. You can hear Juelz talk about his lean addiction below.
Future is racking up RIAA certifications. I NEVER LIKED YOU, his chart-topping No. 1 album, has already gone gold, and the fan-favorite “PUFFIN ON ZOOTIEZ” has also gone gold.
Future is the fifth artist in history to debut at #1 on both the Billboard Hot 100 and the Billboard 200, with I NEVER LIKED YOU topping the 200 and “WAIT FOR U” topping the Hot 100. He landed a #1 US and Global A on Spotify’s Top Songs Debut USA Chart, as well as a #1 US and Global A.
Previously, Future’s “Wait For U” featuring Drake and Tems made a debut at the top of the Billboard Hot 100. The single is Future’s second No. 1, Drake’s No. 10, and the first for Tems.
“Wait For U” was the 1,137th No. 1 single in Hot 100 and had 40.2 million streams. In addition, the single had 7.9 million radio airplay audience impressions and 6,400 downloads. “Wait for U” has now gone Platinum.
With the top spot, Drake is the 10th act in the Hot 100 history to hit No. 1. For solo male acts, Billboard notes Drake joins Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder.
Already one of the hottest songs of the year, Future’s “Wait For U” featuring Drake and Tems receives a video in the form of a story of a Toxic King. The video from the I NEVER LIKED YOU album shows Future as a medieval king headed to war. Additional scenes show Future on the battlefield and toasting with his kingdom, but keeping his leading lady in mind.
To make it even better, Drake pulls up like a knight, riding a horse, and fights off two burly guys holding a woman hostage. Just when it looks like Drake would be overpowered, the woman helps him.
Enjoy this fine piece of Hip-Hop cinema above. “I am goodeth beloved. Enjoyeth.”
Popular comedic actor Hannibal Buress (Spider-Man: No Way Home) makes his formal introduction to hip hop as the new recording artist Eshu Tune with the release of his self-titled debut EP.
“… My stage name is ‘Eshu Tune.’ I came up with the stage name a couple months ago,” said Hannibal on The WGCI Morning Show on 107.5 WGCI. “Eshu is from Nigerian mythology — he’s a Trickster God. So being able to compartmentalize it — I don’t wear red in my regular life. As Eshu, that’s the red, and that brings the energy. So I’m still learning how to perform, and how to do it…”
The new EP sees the comedian transition into music with an eight-song collection that showcases a different repertoire from the entertainer. The project’s subject matter showcases Eshu’s competitive nature on “1-3 Pocket,” a dollar and a dream chaser-tunred-landlord on “Donde Esta,” newfound love as a first-time father on “Kept About 3,” and a Chicago homecoming ready to spaz on “Back In The City.” For debut, Eshu Tune collaborators include talented musicians Haile Supreme, Eryn Allen Kane and Kiefer.
Eshu Tune’s debut EP is available on all digital streaming platforms via Isola Man Media. For newfound fans, converting recommendations are “Veneers,” “But I was at the Airport” and “Paradox.” For daily news on Eshu Tune, follow him on social media.
Announced on Monday, following Wiscansin Fest, Eshu Tune will perform at this year’s Adult Swim Festival Block Party in Philadelphia on August 5.
Stream the full debut below, tickets for Wiscansin Fest are available now, purchase your tickets, here.
CyHi‘s long-awaited four-song EP, EGOT the EP, was released via his new label EGOT Records, distributed by EMPIRE. Guest appearances from Jacquees, Big Bank Black, and newcomer Baby Rose appear on the EP, featuring production from Edsclusive, Bongo ByTheWay, Go Grizzly, Tane Runo, and others. CyHi’s first official release in nearly five years is a four-song EP.
The EP follows the release of “Tears” feat. Jacquees, a single. On the track, Cyhi raps about the loss in numerous forms, including losing loved ones and the losses he’s experienced throughout his career. CyHi’s delivery stays true to his trademark slick lyrics and top-tier wit, while Jacquees’ croons over the hook give the song his unique flavor.
The Story Of EGOT, CyHi’s upcoming album, is a good portrayal of an EGOT Award, the pinnacle of honorable achievement in the entertainment industry. CyHi hopes to show off his creativity to the fullest with his sophomore album.
“I’m way more diverse than just a writer and rapper, Cyhi says while speaking on the new album. “I wanted to be able to fully spread my wings and showcase all my talents in one project. I believe this project is EGOT worthy. Its creativity, emotion and star-studded lineup is unmatched.”
Until the album is released, you can hear EGOT the EP below.
After about three years, fans finally got a new project from Post Malone. Overnight (June 3), Post released his fourth studio album Twelve Carat Toothache. The 14-track project from Post includes features from The Weeknd, Roddy Ricch, Gunna, Doja Cat, The Kid LAROI, and more.
Post Malone took Instagram to share his excitement about his Twelve Carat Toothache a few weeks ago. He said that he “put his heart and soul into it and couldn’t wait for everybody to hear it,” He wanted everybody to hear it.” Now everybody can listen to it. Before the album’s release, he dropped “Cooped Up,” featuring Roddy Ricch, and “One Right Now” with The Weeknd.
Twelve Carat Toothache is Post Malone’s follow-up to his 2019’s Hollywood’s Bleeding. That album debuted at No. 1 on the weekly Billboard 200 chart dated Sept. 21, 2019, and spent five weeks at No. 1 during the 2019 chart year. In a recent interview with Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1, the “White Iverson” rapper said that this album “album is his “favorite” body of work to date. Hopefully, it will share the same success as his previous albums. Listen to Twelve Carat Toothache below.
Bronx R&B newcomer Capella Grey ups the ante on his 2021 summer smash “Gyalis.” After dropping the official “Gyalis” remix featuring R&B star Chris Brown and Dancehall star Popcaan, Grey returns with singer/songwriter Chlöe Bailey for the official “Shemix.”
Originally released as an impromptu live performance on Chlöe’s social media, the video quickly garnered over 3 million views and became an viral hit with celebrities such as Tracee Ellis Ross, SZA, Fivio Foreign and more all demanding an official version be released.
The rich melodies and playful energy of “Gyalis” have made this song synonymous with the summer. “Gyalis” explores Capella’s player side and Chlöe matches that energy, offering her own risqué bars over the instrumental that samples Juvenile’s iconic “Back That Azz Up.”
There is no denying the talent that 1TakeOcho brings through his artistry. Since deciding to take his career seriously in 2020, the growth Ocho has made over the past two years through his vocals, songwriting, and overall concepts can be seen and heard as one listens from one project to the next.
Following his Ocho III DELUXE (2021), Undeniable II is the second installment of Ocho’s Undeniable series that is more meaningful than the music itself as he vulnerably speaks on personal stories & tragic events that have changed the world around him forever.
“This album is dedicated to my dad. I recently lost him last year and it broke me in a way I never felt before. I’m wearing his letterman jacket (on the cover) which symbolizes that I’m always protected by him and his presence and energy will always be here with me,” Ocho states. “I feel guarded and protected by my dad, my guardian angel. This is one is for you big dawg & everything from here on out!”
The cover, shot by Ifster, showcases Ocho standing in front of his dad’s lowrider that was passed down to him. Another symbol of protection & a reminder to himself to continue striving towards his goals not only to make himself proud but to make his dad proud as well.
Undeniable II contains 15 tracks with an opening intro from the West Coast’s coastguard himself, DJ Hed. Reminding all who listen to continue being undeniable. The project also features Kenai, Phats, Royce the Choice, Griff Tyler, 1TakeBoyz Jay, Quan, and Teezy.
Ocho explored new sounds within this project with production from Jonny Cash, KeezTheArtist, Jay Mllian, and more. You may stream the full project below.
