Motown Records has set the stage for the release of Offset’s first solo studio album since 2019’s acclaimed Father of Four. Titled Set It Off, the album is scheduled to drop on Oct. 13, marking a highly anticipated return for the prolific artist.
With the album’s pre-order launch, Offset has unveiled his fierce and infectious new single, “FAN.” This track was crafted with the collaborative efforts of producers Aaron Bow, FNZ, Teddy Walton, Thank You Fizzle, and Thurdi.
In an exciting twist, Offset directed the official music video for “FAN,” paying homage to the legendary Michael Jackson. The video features Offset and Paige Hurd (Power Book II: GHOST, Tyler Perry’s The Oval, Everybody Hates Chris) in a narrative that takes unexpected turns as the streets around them erupt in turmoil. The video also includes appearances by Twitch star/streamer Kai Cenat and Twitch star Fanum, all set against the backdrop of Los Angeles.
Offset’s return to the spotlight promises to be an electrifying moment for fans, as Set It Off aims to solidify his status as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry.
Sukihana is tired of y’all comments. After making her butt the center of attention during her time on the VMAs red carpet, Sukihana blasted back at a social media critique.
“Let’s cancel Suki,” the person wrote on X. “She really make black b—-es look horrible.”
Suki retweeted the message and clapped back: Y’all been looked horrible stop blaming me.”
You can see the message from Sukihana and her VMA moments below.
Sexyy Red and Sukihana are turning heads with their latest video single, “Hood Rats,” inviting you to embrace a little ‘hoodrat sh*t’ with your crew.
This audacious and raunchy anthem showcases Sexyy and Suki spitting outrageously quotable lyrics, passionately explaining why the allure of hoodrats is universal. Directed by Des Gray, the video takes an unexpected turn, transporting the duo to a golf course at a posh country club. Amidst the refined atmosphere, they unapologetically twerk, challenging societal norms while sharing tea and crumpets with two bemused club members.
Joining the outrageous fun are friends and collaborators Webbie, Saucy Santana, Summer Walker, and Funny Marco, resulting in an unforgettable twerk fest that takes center stage.
“Hood Rats” stands as Sexyy’s first single since her Hood Hottest Princess mixtape, serving as a bold proclamation of unfiltered self-expression and unapologetic enjoyment.
Diddyreceived the Global Icon award at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards. Following a riveting performance, his children joined Diddy on stage, and Mary J. Blige presented the award.
“Love wins y’all, love wins,” Diddy said. “I appreciate y’all coming, giving me my flowers and celebrating me. Of course, I got to thank God; that’s my secret weapon. Doesn’t matter what religion you are, just know there is a higher power of love. This is a dream come true.”
For the performance, Diddy covered his career with singles like “I’ll Be Missing You,” “Bad Boys For Life,” “I Need a Girl,” and had a couple of friends join him in his Shorty Wop Yung Miami for “Gotta Move On (Queens Remix)” and Keyshia Cole for “Last Night.”
You can see Puff and his updated shiny red suit below.
Lil Wayne opened the 2023 VMAs. With the show hitting the screen, Weezy stood as an instrumental of “Back That Azz Up” played before erupting into a performance of “Uproar.” The Best Rapper Alive would finish off his set with a performance of the new single, “Kat Food.”
Rapper-turned-philanthropist French Montana made a generous donation of 500 canoes to the community of Makoko, an impoverished community built on top of coastal waters in Yaba, Lagos Mainland. Makoko served as the site location for Montana’s latest music video “Wish U Well”. His decision to employ local craftsmen in his donation of 500 canoes will boost the local economy and support the livelihood of the community members.
This continues Montana’s journey of giving back to communities in need after deeply connecting with the people, the culture, and understanding what is necessary to support the local ecosystem. Six years ago in Uganda, alongside the release of the diamond record “Unforgettable,” Montana embarked on a vision with the local community while filming the music video with Swae Lee to build the Suubi Health Center. His financial contributions, matched by others, opened the door to maternal healthcare for thousands of underserved mothers, women, and children across 55 remote villages accomplished in partnership with Global Citizen and Mama Hope. This still rings true today as Montana continues his global humanitarian and advocacy efforts giving back to those that don’t have the proper funding or resources.
Makoko serves as the backdrop for the “Wish U Well” music video, capturing the resilient spirit and vibrant culture that thrives within the city. The visuals serve as a love letter to Makoko for Montana and Swae, who spent time together there learning about the way of life and connecting with the people. But looking beyond its captivating visuals and resonant lyrics, the release of “Wish U Well” marks the catalyst for a groundbreaking philanthropic initiative that underscores Montana’s unwavering commitment to driving positive change.
Montana’s impact resonates profoundly as he collaborates with Swae Lee, gamma., and SALXCO to donate 500 wooden canoe boats to a community of 200,000 people who are endangered by critical flooding threats on a regular basis. Makoko, a suburb in Lagos, Nigeria, was once a vibrant “fishermen’s village” with homes built on stilts along the Lagos Lagoon, but now the community faces significant challenges due to pollution and sewage drainage complications. The lack of adequate sanitation systems adds to the challenging situation, but amidst these hardships, innovative projects are emerging to revitalize the community and strengthen its ability to cope with the impacts of climate change. To ensure the success of this initiative, the partners have outlined a clear plan with Montana at the helm: The large financial contribution for the project will fund the production of the 500 boats. With a production rate of approximately 6 boats per week, per contractor, the delivery of all 500 boats is projected to conclude within four months, by December, just in time for Christmas.
“I witnessed firsthand how water is both a lifeline and an obstacle in Makoko. These boats are essential tools transporting the residents of Makoko and goods and services,” said Montana. “As an immigrant from Morocco, giving back to communities in Africa, the place that raised me is so important. When I was filming, I met local leaders who talked about the daily struggles and aspirations of the wider community. I was moved by their spirit and positivity, which inspired me to get involved and to help impact change.”
Earlier this summer, Montana announced a partnership with “gamma.”, a multimedia platform that prioritizes artists, offering a range of creative and business services spanning various artistic and commercial mediums. In conjunction with the partnership came the release of Montana’s latest single and video for “Good Summer”, which blends the timeless allure of Wayne Wonder’s iconic hit “No Letting Go” with the irresistible groove of Nuskie’s “New Orleans Bounce.”
Cam’ron and Ma$e launched their popular sports talk show, It Is What It Is in February 2023. Its popularity landed the show an eight-figure deal with Underdog Fantasy for season two. Season two began on September 4th with two episodes featuring former NFL players Antonio Brown and OJ Simpson. Cam’ron’s newest album The Lost Files Volume 1 shows his evolution as an entrepreneur instead of being primarily recognized for his music.
The lead single to the album, “It’s Only Money” with DJ Kay Slay had a cinematic video featuring Cam and Ma$e in a comedy-esque opening scene. Fans of It Is What It Is recognize the instrumental being the theme of the show’s first season. “It’s Only Money” focuses on Cam’s history as a hustler with his signature brash delivery. He raps a line where people ask him how much money he got and he hints that he hasn’t spent any money from his film Killa Season.
In the opening track “Run It Up,” Cam shouts out the platforms that offered deals to them but said three million wasn’t enough. He emphasized how It Is What It Is made Stat Baby a star and how rapping is something he doesn’t need to do because he is involved in several different business endeavors these days.
The eight-track album only contains one feature and that’s from Styles P on “Top Of The Pyramid.” Styles raps give the Dipset crew their flowers as he rhymes about how hustlers from New York City are the best of the best and never take no for an answer. The Lost Files Volume 1 revolves around Cam’s past hustler ways and how his ways not only remained the same, but matured into cultivating greater ventures.
Nas just dropped Magic 2 and reports state he is already prepping the next release. Magic 2 is part of a series of five albums released by Nas and Hit-Boy that have been heralded across Hip-Hop. But the next album reportedly won’t have the superstar producer.
According to All Hip-Hop, Nas tapped some different producers for the forthcoming release, following rumors that fans want to hear him on different productions. “Sources have heard this music and say it is amazing,” the report reads.
Just last month, Nas premiered the music video for “Black Magic,” a track from his recent album Magic 2. Collaborating with Hit-Boy, this album is the duo’s remarkable fifth joint effort in just three years.
Magic 2 treats fans to ten fresh tracks, including the standout “Office Hours” featuring 50 Cent. Notably, the album also includes the compelling bonus track “One Mic, One Gun,” which features 21 Savage. As Nas continues to display his lyrical prowess and innovative storytelling, the “Black Magic” music video provides a visual companion to his music, further enhancing the impact of this latest album.
Key Glock has released an exhilarating video for his track “Penny,” featured on the Glockoma 2 (Deluxe) album. In the video, the South Memphis native takes to the skies and the basketball court, drawing parallels between his money-making prowess and an NBA star’s scoring abilities.
“Penny” is a masterful blend of vintage samples and cutting-edge Tennessee trap beats produced by Mannie iL & Swaeze. In the song, Glock cleverly contrasts short-term gains with long-term ambitions.
Key Glock’s recent successes include earning two RIAA-certified GOLD plaques for his 2020 album Yellow Tape and his 2019 collaboration with Young Dolph, “Dum and Dummer.” His latest album, Glockoma 2, initially dropped in February and was later expanded with Glockoma 2 (Deluxe). The album showcases Glock’s exceptional skills, as he effortlessly carries 23 tracks solo. Glockoma 2 enjoyed eight weeks on the Billboard 200 chart, reaching a peak position of #13.
Quavo has officially released the new music video for “Galaxy” off his album Rocket Power. This is the fourth music video from the album following his previous videos for “Hold Me”, “Disciples”, and “11.11”. While previous videos shared the common theme of paying homage to his late nephew Takeoff, “Galaxy” finds the QC superstar in a more tranquil place as he takes a trip to the Dominican Republic and finds love while exploring the island and mingling with the locals.
BRE-Z has introduced her new musical alter ego, MIZ, with the release of the 80s-inspired track “1942.” After a viral visual snippet created excitement, MIZ’s musical journey is promising, with fans captivated by the mesmerizing hook.
MIZ joins the ranks of artists like Key Glock and J. Cole who have creatively explored different facets of themselves through alter egos. MIZ embodies a confident yet sensitive persona, hailing from a challenging background. Inspired by the unwavering support of his grandmother while growing up in the South, MIZ now thrives in the City of Angels, poised to make a significant impact on the music scene.
BRE-Z’s bold introduction of MIZ adds an exciting new dimension to her artistry, promising fresh and captivating music from this emerging alter ego.
