Renni Ruccireturns alongsideBig Lex for South Coast Music Group rosteredartist, Blacc Zacc, latest offering, “Nola“. The South Carolina natives have had an important influence on the trap music scene, and have once again showcased how visuals can not only amplify but also redefine lyrical abilities in the recent release.
Featuring famous femcee Renni Rucci, and lyrical powerhouse Big Lex,the triple threat trio, create a soundtrack that resonates with a wide variety of fans, pulling them into a universe where the bass is as booming as the message. The hot new hit appears on the arrival of Blacc Zacc’s popular project, 48 Hours, featuring Neeko Baby, available on all DSPs. With the release of “Nola,” it’s more than the music; it’s a vibrant and uncut tapestry expressing the essence of trap. From the enticing yet high energy beats that set the scene for the appealing stories that promise to take listeners through the rugged sounds of the genre, the single serves as a complete experience.
Additionally with the drop of the Man Films-directed visual, Blacc Zacc and the ladies bring his trap dreams to life delivering the same rawness that defines the artists’ appeal. Delivering the same energy expressed on the record to the visual, the collaborators’ unapologetic confidence, powerful presence, and bold attitude are not just for show; they are the tools of trade in a cutthroat and highly competitive industry.
Nonetheless, through the collaborative efforts of Blacc Zacc, Renni Rucci, and Big Lex, “NOLA” breaks through the sound barriers, bringing with it a burst of authenticity and raw talent. This isn’t single isn’t just to be spun; it’s a vibe to be witnessed, participated in, and celebrated. Take a trip to the trap with Blacc Zacc, Renni Rucci and Big Lex by pressing play on their catchy collaboration “Nola”. Lastly, let us know your thoughts in the comments!
Emerging R&B artist Ryan Trey doubled down in March with the release of the deluxe version of his stellar November 2023 album, STREETS SAY YOU MISS ME. The expanded edition features new tracks that delve into the unexpected twists and turns of Ryan’s early twenties, offering a lyrical narrative of his personal journey.
The deluxe version of “STREETS SAY YOU MISS ME” showcases Ryan Trey’s growth as an artist and his ability to connect with listeners through his music. The new tracks add depth to the album’s themes, exploring themes of love, loss, and self-discovery.
In an exclusive conversation with The Source, Ryan Trey opened up about the success of the album and his creative process. He shared insights into how he feels about releasing his work to the world and the impact it has had on him personally.
Congratulations on releasing the deluxe edition of your debut album, Streets Say You Still Miss Me! How does it feel to have this project out in the world, especially with the bonus tracks?
Ryan Trey: It feels really good! That was a project that I really worked hard on. I think it’s my most complete body of work. It’s a project I came to Atlanta to do to really incorporate that collaborative effort that Atlanta has as far as producers working together and artists working together. I feel like that’s something you don’t get anywhere else. This is the most features I’ve ever had on my project, so it’s dope. In terms of the Deluxe, there were two long-awaited songs that were leaked: “Reset” and “Ridin 4 U,” so I feel like my fans were super excited about hearing the actual mixed versions of those records in full.
The trailer for Streets Say You Still Miss Megave fans a glimpse into the emotional journey of the album. Can you tell us more about the inspiration behind the visuals and the message you wanted to convey?
The trailer represented me being at odds with my best friend in my life. It starts off with me being with a girl next to me, and then me being in that same place without her. That’s kind of how Atlanta was for both of us. We were both in Atlanta, and we went through some things, and I ended up having to finish that project in a place we both came to damn near together. The symbolism of a female figure starting off in the trailer and disappearing signifies that situation. That’s where that trailer comes from.
Could you share with us the creative process behind the project and the themes of the album?
The album’s theme was about my experience going through a breakup with someone I was super close with, and it was all about us being at odds for the first time. It almost felt like we were just going to war with each other about internal things within the relationship as far as my loyalty and her being anxious about certain environments I’m in as an artist and all those types of things, so we ended up breaking up. We were going through a rough patch, hearing things about each other while we were both outside trying to get over each other. That’s where the title ‘Streets Say You Miss Me’ comes from, because even though we were both trying to move on, everyone else was saying we still miss each other. I always also say that to me, this project was a bunch of excuses because I still feel like, as the guy, I was wrong in a lot of areas, but that kind of goes into my next project. The next project is more mature. But all in all, it was just an emotional battle with someone close to me, and that’s where the title draws inspiration from.
Since its release in November 2023, Streets Say You Still Miss Me has garnered over 9.8 million total streams. What has been the most rewarding aspect of seeing your music resonate with listeners on such a large scale?
It’s two things! When people DM me and message me saying that certain records helped them understand certain situations, whether it’s about me as an artist or their personal relationship. When guys see me and they’re like, “This is exactly how I was feeling,” or girls see me and say, “You were actually honest about this on this record,“ I like those responses. Also the live performances. Hearing people sing your songs back to you live means they feel them emotionally more than just listening to them. I think that’s dope.
The album features collaborations with other artists, such as Mariah The Scientist on “Ain’t Even Friends.” How do these collaborations enhance the overall narrative and sound of the album?
I felt, specifically with Mariah, that this album wouldn’t have been complete without a woman’s perspective. I didn’t want to masculate it too much to the point where it’s just my side of things, so I felt like having a woman on the song who’s probably also been through heartbreak and has the best perspective on how women go about those situations made the song what it is. It certainly wouldn’t have been complete without her, and she did the track justice for sure.
Your singles “More Than Sorry” and “30 Floors Up” have been particularly well-received. Can you walk us through the creative process behind these tracks and what they mean to you personally?
“MORE THAN SORRY” is probably the most apologetic record I’ve done next to “REDWING DRIVE” that’s on the album. “MORE THAN SORRY” is me really just venting about not being the best boyfriend at the time but trying to be now. “30 Floors Up” is more of a record about turning your girl up, exploring the sexual side of things as far as feeling that type of way towards the person you like, and spending that quality time with them. Those are two emotions I was able to hit on the album that I felt like were needed.
Streets Say You Still Miss Me touches on themes of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery. How much of your own experiences and emotions did you pour into this album?
I poured all my own experiences and emotions into the album. I think an important lesson I’ve learned is to not take advice from other people who’ve been through heartbreak because everyone’s situation is unique. For example, If you are trying to get your girl back or something, you can’t go ask your guy friends for advice that have never had a serious relationship or are currently enjoying their single life. They’re ultimately going to give you their perspective based on that. You also have girls that will maybe tell you that you’ll never be able to mend a relationship due to their own experiences with heartbreak. When I was getting both of those sides, neither of those things happened. I ended up getting a girl back, working it out and even going through more stuff, so it’s just so unique to my own experiences. I always tell people, you just have to go through it.
Looking ahead, what can fans expect from you in terms of future projects or collaborations? Are there any new directions you’re excited to explore in your music?
I’m just chasing the 18-year-old me again in this next on this next album. I feel like ‘STREETS SAY YOU STILL MISS ME’ is a great album, but it narrates the peak of guys making excuses. It was an album that spoke to me taking accountability for messing up but also acknowledging the mistakes of the other person. The direction I’m working on now is taking full responsibility, and it’s just a really sweet album. I keep telling people I’m in my Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez era, like my ‘Journals’ era where I’m just trying to reset and get my inner child back — that middle school, high school type of love. Not pointing a finger or anything but just straight boyfriend mode, releasing that toxic energy. I feel like that’s what’s missing in the game right now, so that’s the lane I’m about to go down.
Chief Keef and Mike WiLL Made-It have joined forces with Sexyy Red for the release of the video for “DAMN SHORTY.” The track, propelled by Mike WiLL’s signature production featuring monster movie horns and crisp percussion, highlights the chemistry between Sosa and Sexyy.
Directed by NSTY, the video follows Sosa, Sexyy, and Mike WiLL as they sit down for a formal dinner before heading to the gas station for a night of turning up. “DAMN SHORTY” showcases the artists’ signature styles over a swelling trap symphony, with drops from the Trap-A-Holics adding to the track’s energy.
The collaboration between Chief Keef, Mike WiLL Made-It, and Sexyy Red promises to be a hit among fans. The video adds a visual dimension to the already infectious track.
Sexyy Red celebrated her birthday and went out twerking. The issue in certain social media sectors is her son, who is looking on in the moment. Red’s butt is in full view of the child, and another woman would playfully interact with him.
The reaction is split as some supported Sexyy Red, with one social media user writing: “So yall don’t dance in front of yall kids?? Yall just 2 step ok.”
You can see the moment below. What’s your take on it?
Returning down memory lane to the MySpace and Juicy Couture era, Sexyy Red has unveiled the video for her latest Billboard-charting single, “Get It Sexyy.” Produced by Tay Keith, the track has already amassed millions of streams and debuted impressively at #23 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Directed by Des Gray, the video captures the essence of the early 2000s, reminiscent of BET’s “106 & Park” playlist. Sexyy Red channels the era’s vibes, sporting tall tees and putting her spin on classic internet dance challenges. Notably, internet sensation Soulja Boy makes a cameo, contributing to a catchy dance routine akin to “Crank Dat.”
The star-studded video features appearances from Drake, humorously portrayed as Sexyy Red’s roller-skating rink date, along with cameos from Adin Ross, Rob49, Wizz Havinn, Fabo, Tay Keith, and more. “Get It Sexyy” marks Sexyy Red’s highest-charting solo single, surpassing her previous hit “SkeeYee.”
Will Smith unexpectedly appeared onstage at Coachella with Latin star J Balvin on Sunday night. The performance was themed around UFOs, and Smith was dressed full on “Men in Black,” channeling his iconic character’s signature sunglasses no less as they performed the title track of the 1997 sci-fi action film.
The Bad Boy actor’s appearance was not long, but Smith, who is no stranger to rocking a moment on stage, made a memorable performance, ending the set which concluded with Balvin dragged off stage by black-suit-clad dancers while Smith pulled out a “Neuralyzer,” which was the famous memory-eraser device from the film. Balvin actually returned for another song, for a version of his hit “In Da Ghetto” with his dancers, costumed in alien garb, with big green and black eyes.
Balvin, who likes big outlandish stages arose on what Variety described as “a platform from beneath the stage, underneath a giant mock-UFO that looked like a cross between the evil spaceship” from the Jordan Peele film “Nope.”
This isn’t Balvin’s first Coachella performance. In 2019, his set memorably jumpstarted the huge presence of Latin music at the festival that year. That year was a big one for the music festival in the desert as it featured performances from at the time rising stars Bad Bunny and Rosalía. At the end of his set, Balvin, who is Colombian, professed how proud he was to see and hear so many artists performing in Spanish at the world’s biggest music festival. Nowadays, it is more so expected, and much of that credit goes to J Balvin and his peers, who continue to electrify Coachella every year.
Hip-hop legends DJ Premier and Snoop Dogg have joined forces again, releasing the video for their recent single, “Can U Dig That?” Fans can enjoy the accompanying visuals after the track was released a few weeks ago.
The collaboration between Premier and Snoop marks a historic moment in hip-hop. While they have worked together in the past, “Can U Dig That?” is their first joint venture under DJ Premier and Ian Schwartzman’s independent imprint TTT.
The single delivers everything fans love about both artists. It features Premier’s signature lo-fi production and scratch chorus alongside Snoop’s trademark stream-of-consciousness rhymes. As two titans of the genre, their collaboration promises to be iconic.
With the release of the “Can U Dig That?” video, fans can immerse themselves in the creativity and artistry of two of hip-hop’s most influential figures, reaffirming their status as legends in the game.
Legendary Long Beach emcee, RBX, has teamed up with legendary Compton emcee, MC Eiht, to release a brand new single & music video featuring up-and-coming emcee/producer, Sccit, titled “Midnight Drive” The hard hitting single off of RBX’s new album, Hibernation Shivers, is produced by Sccit & Siavash The Grouch and co-produced by Eligh (of Living Legends fame).
The accompanying music video takes you on a visual journey to the west coast via a captivating nocturnal melody that captures the essence of cruising down the streets of Los Angeles at the stroke of midnight. “Compton & Long Beach together .. now you know you in trouble..The 2024 version, ya dig?” Said RBX. “Geah! Live & die in LA.. He wrote The Chronic so when he hits me up I show up. Eyes on the prize,” added MC Eiht.
Producers Sccit & Siavash chimed in on the joint. “We talkin about the 2 biggest west coast regions in hip-hop history.. Any time Long Beach hooks up wit Compton you know thats going to be a classic off top. No way I couldn’t bring my A-Game for a historic collaboration of this magnitude. This is the hip-hop equivalent of Sublime collaborating with The Red Hot Chili Peppers.. It’s about time to show our hip-hop legends that same respect!” Siavash added, “one of my favorites from the album. X and Eiht go together like peanut butter and jelly.”
After releasing the single a few weeks ago, DJ Premier and Snoop Dogg have now released the video for “Can U Dig That?,” which is now available.
What’s more Hip-Hop than DJ Premier and Snoop Dogg. Premier is unquestionably one of the greatest producers of all time, and Snoop Dogg is arguably the most famous rapper ever.
Though Premier and Snoop have worked together previously; Snoop appeared on Gang Starr’s The Ownerz Album (“In The Life…”), Premier produced two songs on Snoop’s Paid Tha Cost To Be Da Boss album (one of which he discussed on his influential “So Wassup” series), “Unfucwitable” feat The Lady Of Rage from Snoop’s Doggy Style Allstars Vol. 1, “Can U Dig That?” is their first collaboration under DJ Premier and Ian Schwartzman’s independent imprint TTT.
“Can U Dig That?” offers all that you love from Preem and Snoop, with a pulsating lo-fi production and patented scratch chorus from Premier, which amplifies Snoop’s stream-of-consciousness raps.
Alicia Keys and the Broadway company of HELL’S KITCHEN today released the original music video for “Kaleidoscope,” the new songwritten for the musical HELL’S KITCHEN by 16-time Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys featuring Maleah Joi Moon. With Keys, lead cast member Maleah Joi Moon, and the Broadway company of HELL’S KITCHEN, the video also has a colorful cast of extras to showcase a true New York kaleidoscope of music, dance and community. Filmed entirely at Manhattan Plaza, the video is a love letter to the Hell’s Kitchen community where Alicia Keys was born and raised. From Manhattan Plaza’s courtyard to the Ellington Room where Alicia first learned to play the piano, the visual soars with the magic of the city, a world full of hopes and dreams and the long-held belief of every New Yorker that “anything is possible here.”
The video’s director Kajal, a New York native herself, wanted to capture the rhythm and energy of the city that are the heartbeat of the song and the musical. Leading an all-female directing team, Kajal uses the lights and sounds of the city along with unique camera angles, vintage lenses, wide angles and more to bring cinematic flair to the story. Choreography was directed by HELL’S KITCHEN choreographer Camille A. Brown.
The cast of characters in the video were encouraged to bring their own sense of style to their wardrobe, something with their own unique sense of New York swagger. Alicia joined in — fans will see a nod to her family ties in a scene where she wears an exclusive custom-made GIANTS vest from the Dean Collection exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum, designed by Savant.
“This video is so special to me, it captures the spirit of Hell’s Kitchen, the place I grew up, and the new musical we’ve worked so hard to bring to life! One that is now debuting on Broadway on 4/20! I’m so proud to showcase a place I call home, and the amazing community that helped make me who I am today,” said Alicia Keys. “It also showcases the special cast of Hell’s Kitchen who are incredible artists and have that same feeling I do, we live in a concrete jungle where DREAMS are made of! This City holds a lot of hope. I want people to feel inspired by that hope, the song, the music, the movement, the lifestyle and the video.”
Combining street vignettes with the soul of a world-weary blues singer, Kodak Black is rap’s most indelible innovator. Since releasing “No Flockin” in 2014, the 26-year-old has turned pain, and mortal danger into block boy scripture. He’s earned 42 Billboard Hot 100 chart placements, billions of streams, over 30 platinum and gold RIAA-certified records, and status as one of his generation’s most gifted songwriters. He reinforces his reputation with When I Was Dead, a cathartic new album for Capitol Records.
After building momentum with popular freestyles, Kodak consummated his level-up with Project Baby, a 2013 mixtape that crystallized his penchant for immediate, first-person narratives and anthemic hooks that invoked the spirit of his neighborhood. By 2016, he’d become XXL Freshman. The following year, his debut album Painting Pictures debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 album. In 2018, his Travis Scott and Offset-featured single, “ZEZE,” peaked at No. 2. Despite several stints in prison, his winning streak has only continued. At the end of 2021, Kodak’s searing “Super Gremlin” peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. His appearances on Kendrick Lamar’s Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers only reaffirmed his status as a young legend.
Now, Mr. Kapri is back with the visuals from his latest single “Stressed Out”, where he talks about having a baby on the way, being delinquent in his attorney fees and a host of other problems that comes with being South Florida’s most wanted rapper.
