This week’s playlist comes from a Virginia native as well as a former Norfolk State University baseball standout who took his skills on the diamond down to Georgia to play for the world famous Savannah Bananas. Known affectionately by his name on the field “Showtime”, Crosby was originally drafted into the Pioneer Baseball League, which is a MLB affiliate league in the Mountain states and Showtime was drafted by the Northern Colorado Owiz.
The former All-American was signed to the Bananas as a “utility player” at the top of 2024, meaning that Savannah could use Crosby at any position on the field. The Bananas’ Number 17 appreciates his opportunity to play with the Savannah Bananas this year as he continues to pursue his career in baseball and represent his home town of Richmond.
Now Crosby has a unique playlist, consisting of HUNDREDS of tracks that last a total of more than seven hours. Also, Showtime’s music selection isn’t Hip Hop centered, but he definitely has some classics from the likes of Nas, Jay-Z, Travis Scott, Kanye West and DJ Khaled, however, his audible palate is select, iso he’s ncluded songs from the likes of Roy Ayers, Willie Hutch, Janet Jackson and even the late, great Rick James. So sit back, grab your favorite indulgences and check out Showtime’s playlist courtesy of the good people at Black Baseball Mixtape!
This weeks exclusive playlist comes from Corona, California native Samad Taylor, a 2016 10th round Draft Pick of the Cleveland Indians straight out of Corona High School at 18 years old. Taylor debuted in the MLB last season with the Kansas City Royals, however, made his way to the Mariners organization this season after only appearing in 31 games for the Royals.
The 25-year-old right-handed OF/2B/SS has played 63 games for the Tacoma Rainers(AAA) and in 65 ABs, gained a .215 batting average, with 14 hits, banging in four RBIs and racking up eight stolen bases.
The SoCal native gives his fans and supporters a peek into his musical taste, which is really heavy on the grown and sexy side, so check put this “pull up and cool out” playlist from Taylor courtesy of the one and only Black Baseball Mixtape!
Today, multi-platinum selling artist Cory Gunz unleashes his new mixtape, Loosie Pack 3 via Young Money/Militia Music.
Loosie Pack 3 remains true to Cory’s musical aesthetic as he continues to deliver gritty, bravado bars over hard-hitting production from Black Saun, Jahlil Beats, Khardier Da God, S. Dot, Nottz and Deli. The mixtape contains nine tracks with features from Jim Jones, Chris Rivers, Jae’won, Whispers and more. Four of the previously released tracks, “Real Rights,” “Die Slowly,” “Laundry” and “Rick Owens X Nike Tech,” have quickly become fan-favorite songs and received playlisting on Apple Music’s Base:Line, BARS, Football, Basketball and Underground Hip-Hop Essentials.
The release of Loosie Pack 3 serves as the third installment of the Loosie Pack mixtape series which kicked off this past fall with the first installment, Loosie Pack with features from veteran rapper Styles P, frequent collaborator Whispers and others. The second installment, Loosie Pack 2 followed with the revered track “3 Staxx” and guest appearances from Nino Man, RMK and more.
The Loosie Pack series comes off the heels of Gunz’s performance with Lil Wayne at Yankee Stadium for Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary. Over the course of his career, Gunz has worked with some of the music industry’s biggest artists such as Jay-Z, Rihanna, Lil Wayne, Busta Rhymes, Charlie Rock, Mack Maine, Wiz Khalifa,Juicy J, Styles P among others. Cory Gunz has continued to feed fans music by releasing a multitude of singles, mixtapes, collaborative projects and EPs such as 2023’s Loosie Pack 1 and 2, 2022’s Gunz x Bars and the 2020 EP Guns & Butter.
Today, South Florida rapperKodak Black drops his record label, Vulture Love’s first official project, Vulture Love Presents: The Last Zombies On Earth.Listen HERE via Vulture Love / Capitol Records. Brimming with ferocious bars and bone-rattling beats, the 15-track collection showcases the new generation of rap stars. Alongside Kodak, the label compilation boasts contributions fromVVSNCE, Lil Crix, G6reddot, GorditoFlo, Big Fredo, Jay Dirty, Taji Akeil, Project Pooh, NFL Tuewop, Jit4 Stan, Yung Mula, and JME Tmoe. Production credits include SkipOnDaBeat, ATL Jacob, Xairr, Dr. Zuez, Ayo B, and more.
“I got the next generation of stars. I have a voice in this game and I’m using it to put my artists on until everyone knows their names. Watch out for Vulture Love. We ain’t stopping.” – Kodak Black
To complement Vulture Love Presents: The Last Zombies On Earth, the first lady of Vulture Love, VVSNCE releases her summery “Palm Trees” video. Watch HERE. Meanwhile, G6reddotpartners with Kodak on the island of Capri in “The Way.” Watch HERE. G6reddot is an award-winning songwriter with success which includes penning on Cardi B’s hit number one record “Up.”
Among the many standouts on the project is “Feel My Face,” a face-off between Kodak and G6reddot that manages to be soulful and sentimental — while also not pulling any punches. Other highlights include “Like a Cowboy,” an old-school low-end bumper that leans into Kodak’s melodic hook complemented by bars from NFL Tuewop, Big Fredo and VVSNCE, and the climatic track “Good Day,” which pairs G6reddot, VVSNCE, and JME Tmoe trading verses amid a gospel choir and thumping percussion. Then there’s the ominous “Whippin Alot” which find Kodak and Yung Mula boasting their confidence.
As expected, Kodak spearheads the collective, bringing his inimitable brand of rap to solo sizzlers “1800 Degrees” and “Lil Bra Dem.” He champions his newcomers who also get their moment to shine such as VVSNCE’s“Palm Trees” and Lil Crix’s“I Can’t Turn Down.” In short, the talent on display on Vulture Love Presents: The Last Zombies On Earth is nothing short of show-stopping. See the full tracklist below.
Vulture Love Presents: The Last Zombies On Earth arrives on the heels of Kodak’s recent introspective singles “Dis Time,” “Stressed Out,” and “Non Believer.” It was preceded by “Shampoo,” a confident burst of street rap that typifies the style that made him a superstar. Of course, that song followed When I Was Dead, an engrossing album in which Kodak explores both his nightmares and blood-stained aspirations. Featuring the smash hit “Lemme See,” the project only reaffirmed Kodak’s status as one of the most gifted artists of his generation.
Kodak’s status transcends the rap world. Over the years, he has cultivated the role of a prophetic storyteller in the culture at large, and his reach continues to grow. He holds over 25 billion global streams to his name and continues altruism towards his Pompano Beach community. Now, with Vulture Love Presents: The Last Zombies On Earth, Kodak propels Vulture Love into the spotlight giving the next generation their shot.
Vulture Love Presents: The Last Zombies On Earth Tracklist
01 Roll With The Snipes (feat. Taji Akeil, Project Pooh, GorditoFlo, Big Fredo, Jay Dirty)
02 Feel My Face (feat. Kodak Black & G6reddot)
03 Palm Trees (feat. VVSNCE)
04 1800 Degrees (feat. Kodak Black)
05 Save Us (feat. VVSNCE, G6reddot)
06 Like A Cowboy (feat. Kodak Black, VVSNCE, NFL Tuewop, Big Fredo)
After making his way around the major leagues, the Minnesota Twins’ pitcher Jay Jackson is the epitome of a baseball OG. After getting drafted in the ninth round of the 2008 MLB Draft by the Chicago Cubs, the right hander from Greenville, South Carolina has played for the San Diego Padres, Milwaukee Brewers, San Francisco Giants, Atlanta Braves, and Toronto Blue Jays.
Jackson has even taken is skills on the mound overseas, playing in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) for the Hiroshima Toyo Carp and Chiba Lotte Marines, but after six seasons in the MLB, Jackson signed a one–year, $1.5 million contract with the Minnesota Twins in 2024.
So far this year, the 36-year old has yielded one win and two losses out of 21 innings pitched. He threw 22 Ks with an earned run average of 5.91.
Jay loves his sounds and decided to share his taste in music with the Black Baseball Mixtape, where you can check out his selections below.
Gearing up for her biggest and most personal season yet, multi-platinum recording artist Coi Leray presents a dynamic new EP entitled Blue Moon out now via Uptown Records/Republic Records. Listen HERE.
Once again, the project finds Coi firing on all cylinders, using her songwriting as a diary to reveal her unique perspective on life. She laces highly quotable bars with irresistible hooks, showcasing her lyrical acumen and impressive vocal delivery at the same time. She opens up the world of Blue Moon with the single and music video “Isabel Marant.” Ethereal production underscores her breathy verses as she reminds, “They can’t fuck with Coi Leray.”It culminates on a hypnotic hook that’s impossible to shake. The accompanying visual intercuts vignettes of Coi underwater, shimmering in blue glitter, and ruling this fever dream like a bossed-up high fashion mermaid.
Connecting deeper with her fans, she passionately shared on Instagram, “This EP, I get vulnerable. I got tired of “trying” new things and wanted to just do what I do BEST. I have a hard time with telling my story because I get wrapped up in the media narratives, however music is the best way for me to tell it. Sorry I can’t argue with yall on the internet all day. It’s my life, my story, so why not let me tell it? Shit.. at least give me a chance to. The amount of pressure I have on me in the music industry is wild. I mean, who knew I would be walking red carpets and stages with the same icons I listened to growing up. Being nominated or sitting next to ICONS on the Billboard charts in my lil 5-year run. I’m just grateful to have come this far. Just like @bustarhymes said, “who am I to judge someone who’s journey isn’t finished?” Enjoy – Coi”
Simultaneously, she has continued to make waves in the fashion world as one of the culture’s hottest crossover stars. Her presence has already proven inescapable, appearing on one cover after another for the likes of NUMERO, PAPER, UPROXX, and EUPHORIA. Not to mention, she has shined in features by W, V Magazine, Interview, Elle, i-D, and more with high-fashion spreads. All of this just sets the stage for more moves in fashion as she cements herself as a style icon.
