Killer Mike

Killer Mike’s Deluxe Version Of “MICHAEL” Adds JID, T.I., Jacquees, And Young Nudy

by

Back on June 16, 2023, one-half of Run The Jewels released their first solo album in over 11 years. That would happen to be the Atlanta, Georgia native Killer Mike. It was a follow-up to his critically acclaimed R.A.P. Music and it delivered on many fronts. For example, Mike gathered a massive list of A-listers to help make a grand return. Some of those names include André 3000, Future, Young Thug, CeeLo Green, Ty Dolla $ign, and a plethora of others.

Mike also laced the stacked tracklists with great writing and storytelling on tracks like “MOTHERLESS” and “SCIENTISTS & ENGINEERS.” Finally, the production credits here are more than respectable. DJ Paul of Three 6 Mafia, André 3000, El-P, Honorable C.N.O.T.E., James Blake, and more assisted in the diversity of sounds. It was a tour de force for Killer Mike and he just added some more heat to the record.

Read More: T-Pain Reveals Shocking “Buy U A Drank” Earnings

Listen To MICHAEL (Deluxe) From Killer Mike

Mike first released one of these new tracks on September 8. “MAYNARD VIGNETTE” with T.I., JID, and Jacquees, was put out to promote this new version and it is a stunning track on all fronts. We also have a feature from Young Nudy on “ACT UP.” “YES!” and “GET SOME MONEY” are all Mike and all fire. These songs do not disappoint.

Whar are your thoughts on this deluxe version of Killer Mike’s MICHAEL? Do the four new songs make it better or worse? Which song is your favorite? We want to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments section. Additionally, keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the hottest album releases and breaking news in music.

MICHAEL (Deluxe) Tracklist:

  1. DOWN BY LAW with CeeLo Green
  2. SHED TEARS with Mozzy (feat. Lena Byrd-Miles)
  3. RUN (feat. Young Thug)
  4. NRICH (feat. 6LACK, Eryn Allen Kane)
  5. TALK’N THAT SHIT!
  6. SLUMMER with Jagged Edge
  7. SCIENTISTS & ENGINEERS with André 3000 (feat. Future, Eryn Allen Kane)
  8. TWO DAYS with Ty Dolla $ign
  9. SPACESHIP VIEWS with Curren$y, 2 Chains, Kaash Paige
  10. EXIT 9 with Blxst
  11. SOMETHING FOR JUNKIES with Fabo
  12. MOTHERLESS with Eryn Allen Kane
  13. DON’T LET THE DEVIL with El-P (feat. thankugoodsir)
  14. HIGH & HOLY with Ty Dolla $ign
  15. YES!
  16. MAYNARD VIGNETTE (feat. T.I., JID, Jacquees)
  17. GET SOME MONEY
  18. ACT UP (feat. Young Nudy)

Read More: Tory Lanez Still Has Faith For His Release After Being Denied Bond: Report

The post Killer Mike’s Deluxe Version Of “MICHAEL” Adds JID, T.I., Jacquees, And Young Nudy appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

Killer Mike Releases ‘Michael Deluxe’ LP, Visuals For “Yes”

by
Screen Shot 2023 09 15 at 8.15.05 AM

Killer Mike has just released the definitive version of his acclaimed 2023 album MICHAEL DELUXE on 2xLP vinyl, CD, and digital. The album – now expanded to 17 tracks on the physical editions and 18 tracks digitally – arrives alongside a video for the new song “YES”. The album details were announced last week with the release of “Maynard Vignette,” a huge multi-generational Atlanta anthem with features from T.I., JID, and Jacquees, with Mike explaining that “MICHAEL was originally longer and now we’re starting to release the rest of it. These songs are some of my favorites from the album sessions, but we needed more time to get them the way we imagined them. We finished three of them in time to make the vinyl and one more for the digital.” 

Killer Mike hosted a global album celebration party for his fans on his YouTube channel on the eve of the album last night where he premiered WHAT MADE MICHAEL (A Conversation with Elliott Wilson), a mini-doc where he breaks down his album and gives fans a guided tour of his upbringing in Atlanta, followed by the premiere of the music video for his new single “YES.” Mike also joined Anthony Valadez and KCRW for a special evening at Apogee Studio in Los Angeles that aired as a Morning Becomes Eclectic session yesterday to celebrate the release (watch it here). This Sunday Mike will host a Record Store Revival at Rough Trade NYC at 4pm,  an in-conversation event moderated by Carrie Colliton (Co-President of Record Store Day) followed by an album signing event for fans in attendance. The conversation from the event will also livestream via his and Rough Trade’s YouTube + META platforms, so that his fans around the world can join – tune in here.

The post Killer Mike Releases ‘Michael Deluxe’ LP, Visuals For “Yes” first appeared on The Source.

The post Killer Mike Releases ‘Michael Deluxe’ LP, Visuals For “Yes” appeared first on The Source.

Killer Mike’s ‘Maynard Vignette’ Video Pays Homage To An Atlanta Icon With TI, JID, And Jacquees

by

Just about three months removed from the release of his sixth studio album Michael, Killer Mike has announced the impending release of a deluxe version of Michael alongside a new single, “Maynard Vignette.”

An ode to one of his heroes, former Atlanta mayor Maynard Jackson, “Maynard Vignette” features fellow A-Town rappers JID and T.I., along with singer Jacquees, as Mike reflects on the impact of Jackson’s tenure — and his own.

“I’m a young, Black Maynard, mama gospel singer / Daddy dope slanger, born from the anger,” he raps, while his collaborators also look back on the unlikelihood of their various successes.

Jackson’s success was also unlikely; as the 54th mayor of Atlanta, he was also the first Black mayor of Atlanta and of any major city in the South at a time when sentiments against Black folks in leadership were… let’s just say, “shaky.” He served from 1974 to 1982, then again from 1990 to 1994. His terms were marked by his commitment to public works projects and his work to improve race relations in and around Atlanta.

Mike just wrapped up his High And Holy Tour, while JID is working on multiple follow-ups to his album, The Forever Story. Watch the “Maynard Vignette” video above.

Here Is Killer Mike’s ‘High And Holy Tour’ Setlist

by
killer mike
Getty Image

Killer Mike is currently on his High And Holy Tour, promoting his new album Michael. Most recently, he stopped at The Fillmore in San Francisco, while tonight (July 31), he’s playing the Ace Hotel in Los Angeles. We’ve got the setlist — courtesy, as always, of Setlist.fm — below. In addition to tracks from Michael, Killer Mike has also been playing tracks by Big Boi (“Kill Jill”), Bone Crusher (“Never Scared”), and Purple Ribbon All-Stars (“Kryptonite [I’m On It]”), on which he had standout verses throughout the early 2000s.

Despite very recently releasing a full-length album, Mike said he had even more songs recorded, including one featuring a seven-minute André 3000 verse. He followed up by claiming that André was working on an album of his own, but later insisted that he was only joking. Of course, with André 3000, anything is possible; even the Killer Mike collab that appeared on Michael, “Scientists & Engineers,” was nearly nixed by the mercurial Outkast-er until he heard the full version with Eryn Allen Kane’s vocals.

Check out the setlist for Killer Mike’s High And Holy Tour below.

1. “Down By Law”
2. “Shed Tears”
3. “Ready Set Go”
4. “Run”
5. “NRich”
6. “Talk’n That Sh*t!”
7. “Slummer”
8. “Scientists & Engineers”
9. “Two Days”
10. “Kryptonite (I’m On It)”
11. “Kill Jill”
12. “Never Scared”
13. “Spaceship Views”
14. “Reagan”
15. “Something For Junkies”
16. “Motherless”
17. “Ric Flair”
18. “Don’t Let The Devil”
19. “High & Holy”
20. “Thank You Lord”

Anthony Fantano Is A “Colonizer” & “Outsider,” According To Killer Mike

by

Anthony Fantano is one of the more well-known names in the world of music critics. Still, that definitely doesn’t mean the public always agrees with his opinion. Just last month he made headlines by scoring Gunna’s surprise a Gift & a Curse album a measly 1/10 on his YouTube channel, The Needle Drop. Later on in June, Fantano gave a listen to hip-hop icon Killer Mike’s MICHAEL LP, which received a 79/100 rating on Metacritic.com shortly after its debut.

“If you’re familiar with Killer Mike, you know he’s no stranger to throwing political views out there. On previous records, I feel like that mostly worked in his favour,” the internet personality told viewers tuning in. “But on MICHAEL, I’m kinda scratching my head because I feel like a lot of it isn’t fully lining up,” Fantano added, ultimately scoring it a 6/10. “Are you 12 years old? Are you literally a 12-year-old boy? If you took these lyrics and you showed them to me and told me they were some kinda MAGA rapper from the internet, I would have to believe you,” he asked Mike during one rant.

Read More: Anthony Fantano Hits Gunna With A 1 Out Of 10

Anthony Fantano Reviews MICHAEL

The 48-year-old has obviously gotten wind of the slander circulating about his album, and he didn’t hold back when addressing it on Twitter. “People have forgot that Mike is an artist above all and braggadocious rap is part of it. Y’all prefer he rap about drugs?” one Twitter user pondered in response to Fantano’s review.

To this, Mike wrote, “His opinion on life and culture cannot possibly understand.” He went on to say,”[It’s] laughable and shows you the arrogance of the outsider or colonizer. I encourage all to listen and feel something special. #MICHAEL, a truly Black Southern American experience.”

Read More: Killer Mike Drops First Solo Album In A Decade, “MICHAEL”

Killer Mike Responds

Do you think Anthony Fantano’s review of Killer Mike’s first solo album in a decade was fair, or accurate? Let us know in the comments, and stream MICHAEL at the link above if you haven’t already.

Killer Mike Twitter
@killermike/Twitter

[Via]

The post Anthony Fantano Is A “Colonizer” & “Outsider,” According To Killer Mike appeared first on HotNewHipHop.

Killer Mike Clarifies: Andre 3000 Not Releasing Solo Album, Says It Was A Joke

by

Killer Mike, Andre 3000

Killer Mike is retracting his statement about fellow artist Andre 3000’s solo album. In a recent interview, the Atlanta rapper clarified that his comments were made in jest and that the former Outkast member is not planning to release a new album.  Killer Mike’s Statement On Andre 3000’s Alleged Album In a recent interview on […]

The post Killer Mike Clarifies: Andre 3000 Not Releasing Solo Album, Says It Was A Joke appeared first on SOHH.com.

Killer Mike Walks Back New Andre 3000 Album Statement: ‘Y’all Done Took the Joke Too Seriously’

by
Killer Mike Endorses Colin Kaepernick for Time Magazine's Person Of The Year

Killer Mike had Hip-Hop going crazy when he broke the ends of a forthcoming solo Andre 3000 album. Killer Mike is now calling cap on himself.

Speaking on The Big Tigger Morning Show on Audacy’s V-103, Killer Mike revealed he was “stoned out of my mind playing.”

“Y’all done took the joke too seriously,” Killer Mike said. “But you know, (Andre 3000’s) always making music. He’s never not making music. So I got a chance to hear a lot of cool stuff… If you want to hear Dre though, I know where you can. It’s this album called ‘Michael’ that’s out right now. There is Dre, Future, and Killer Mike…”

The single he is referencing is “Scientists & Engineers,” which also features Future and Eryn Allen Kane.

As for that single, Killer Mike revealed how it came together, specifically with working with Andre 3000:

“I flew out to let him hear the record ‘cause I care what he and Big Boi think about my music ‘cause they gave me an opportunity to change my life…  I just played the record for him. And after I played it, he said, ‘You mind if I come back tomorrow and play some stuff for you?’ I’m like, ‘No, I’d love to hear the stuff’… And I did hear a bunch of good stuff. And he said, ‘Pick what you want’ – And we picked two records. That was one of them. And we crafted it into a brilliant record. The other record he took back… And then he called me a couple of months later and gave me another record, so we have another record together that’s like 11 minutes long.”

You can hear it below.

The post Killer Mike Walks Back New Andre 3000 Album Statement: ‘Y’all Done Took the Joke Too Seriously’ appeared first on The Source.

Killer Mike Said His Claim Of A New André 3000 Album On The Way Was Nothing But A Joke

by
killer mike
Getty Image

As Jay-Z once said, “Believe half of what you hear, even if it’s spat by me.” That principle has once again been proven true thanks to Killer Mike. During a recent interview to promote his new album, Michael, Killer Mike appeared to confirm that his longtime collaborator André 3000 is working on a new album. However, according to HipHop-N-More, he has since backtracked, telling his hometown radio station V-103 it was just a joke that fans took too seriously.

“I was stoned out of my mind playing, teasing with y’all,” he’s reported saying. “Y’all done took the joke too seriously. But you know, [André 3000’s] always making music. He’s never not making music. So I got a chance to hear a lot of cool stuff… If you want to hear Dre though, I know where you can. It’s this album called Michael that’s out right now.” He is referring, of course, to the song “Scientists & Engineers,” on which André appears alongside Future.

Mike said the Outkast member had nearly nixed the collaboration until hearing the completed version with guest vocalist Eryn Allen Kane. He gave the go-ahead on its release, but while promoting the album, Mike revealed the existence of another collaboration — and fans’ eagerness to hear it is likely what prompted the furor over Mike’s album comments.

Killer Mike Reveals Andre 3000’s Solo Album Is In The Works

by

Killer Mike, Andre 3000

Killer Mike recently made an exciting announcement during an interview on Sway In The Morning. While discussing his own album, MICHAEL, the Atlanta rap veteran revealed that fellow rap legend and OutKast member Andre 3000 has a solo album on the way.  Killer Mike Announces Andre 3000’s Upcoming Solo Album During the interview, Sway Calloway mentioned […]

The post Killer Mike Reveals Andre 3000’s Solo Album Is In The Works appeared first on SOHH.com.

Killer Mike Says Black People Will Be Harmed By Gun Control Laws

by

Iconic rapper Killer Mike is not a fan of new gun control laws in the United States. This comes despite the call from many across the nation to impose new laws that limit who can purchase guns. Mike believes that any new gun control laws in the United States will disproportionately affect black people compared to other groups. That does not mean that the MC thinks nothing should change, however. Mike suggests a few alternative approaches to address the surge in gun violence.

During an appearance on TMZ Live, Mike expressed his support for implementing curfews for minors in Atlanta as a way to reduce violence. The rapper has personal experience with this. He had a curfew while growing up in the area and believes it can be an effective measure. However, he firmly opposes the enactment of new legislation as a solution to gun-related crimes. As someone who strongly supports the Second Amendment, Mike raises concerns about the impact of stricter gun laws, particularly on black Americans. He believes that they would be the most negatively affected. Still, he believes those who own guns should be educated on them.

Mike Thinks Gun Safety Education Is The Right Move

When it comes to gun ownership, Killer Mike advocates for a different approach. He believes it is better for black families to be armed. However, he thinks they must receive better education on the safe use and storage of firearms. The United States has already witnessed an astounding 300-plus mass shootings in the current year. This could potentially lead to the deadliest year on record. That is certainly saying something in a country like the US, where mass shootings have been the norm for years.

Still, Killer Mike does not think gun control laws are the answer. Instead, Mike believes that a solution lies in increased funding for community facilities. He suggests providing more resources to places like YMCAs. He says these can serve as safe havens for children and help them stay away from trouble. Still, as more and more headlines hit the news each day, Mike’s solutions become more questionable. In a country where there have been over 300 mass shootings in the less than half a year, is community funding enough? What do you think of Mike’s solutions? Sound off in the comments below to let us know!

[Via]

The post Killer Mike Says Black People Will Be Harmed By Gun Control Laws appeared first on HotNewHipHop.