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Gloss Up Releases “Before The Gloss Up”

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Memphis is running things, once again, partially due to the group of women who’ve been dishing out heat. Gloss Up has been among those who’ve continued to show out with each opportunity. Following the success of songs like “Don’t Play With Me” and her stand-out verse on HitKidd’s “Shabooya,” the Quality Control rapper is ready to make her mark on the rap game.

ATLANTA, GA – DECEMBER 9: rapper Gloss Up attends “Lil Baby & Friends Birthday Celebration Concert” at State Farm Arena on December 9, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)

Today, she unveiled her new body of work, Before The Gloss Up. Her debut project on Quality Control boasts 13 songs in total with a healthy mix of collaborations and solo tracks that showcase her strengths. Of course, her best friend GloRilla appears on the previously released single, “BestFrenn.” Additionally, the song, “Eenie Meeny Miny Moe” with K Carbon, Aleza, and Slimeroni also appears on the tracklist. Icewear Vezzo also appears on the project for the icy banger, “From Cross Da Way.”

In addition to the release of Before The Gloss Up, the Memphis rapper dropped some bars on Sway’s, which you could check out below.

Gloss Up is truly showing out as one of the leading ladies in the new generation of rappers. Alongside GloRilla, the two have helped shine a bigger spotlight on the women coming out of Memphis these days.

During her appearance on HNHH’s On The Club Up, Gloss discussed how the success of her crew, including GloRilla, has pushed her even further.

“Now [Memphis] influenced me a lot, like, they giving me a lot of faith to keep going,” she said. “‘Cause it’s like, we the first girls that’s out of Memphis that’s actually doing something. For a long time, it’s been the dudes getting it on, so now it’s like, the girls getting recognition. It’s cool cause everybody supporting us right now, and I like it.”

Check out Gloss Up’s new project below.

Trippie Redd Unleashes “Mansion Musik” Executive Produced By Chief Keef

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Trippie Redd returned with a new body of work executive produced by Chief Keef.

The rapper returned with Mansion Musik this morning, a 25-song body of work that pays tribute to Keef’s 2018 project. The lengthy tracklist is packed with high-profile features. Chief Keef appears on the tracklist, along with artists like Future, Lil Durk, Lil Baby, and more.

HOUSTON, TX – JANUARY 07: Trippie Redd performs during Future and Friends One Big Party Tour at Toyota Center on January 07, 2023 in Houston, Texas.(Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)

Mansion Musik boasts a new collaboration with Travis Scott, which Trippie described as a sequel to their 2018 collab, “Dark Knight Dummo.” Additionally, Juice WRLD makes a posthumous appearance on “KNIGHT CRAWLER.”

Trippie’s new body of work follows the release of 2021’s Trip At Knight, featuring hits like “Miss The Rage” ft. Playboi Carti and the Drake-assisted, “Betrayal.”

While Trippie blessed fans with mansion Musik this morning, the rapper has even more music in store. Last year, he teased the fifth installment in the Love Letter To You series. However, there haven’t been any recent updates surrounding the status of the project.

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 17: Trippie Redd attends the GQ Men of the Year Party 2022 at The West Hollywood EDITION on November 17, 2022 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for GQ)

“ Love Letter to You 5 is gonna be, if not the best body of music I’ve ever did, one of them. For sure,” he said. “This is the last one. This the last A Love Letter to You so…I done put my all into it. I’ve been working on this for like, three to four years. Dropping projects, but still having music tucked to the side for this project.”

Check out Trippie Redd’s new album below.

Ice Spice Releases “Like…?” EP

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No matter your opinion of her, Ice Spice’s only getting started. Following an incredible breakout year, the Bronx rapper emerged this week with the release of her debut EP, Like…?. The six-song effort includes previously released singles such as “Bikini Bottom,” “In Ha Mood,” and her 2022 breakout hit, “Munch (Feelin U).”

ATLANTA, GA – SEPTEMBER 30: Rapper Ice Spice attends BET Hip Hop Awards 2022 on September 30, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Prince Williams/Filmmagic)

Released through 10K Projects/Capitol Records, Spice capitalizes on her ability to craft infectious hits and quotable bars. Being that she is the Bronx Baddie, she emphasizes her homegrown vernacular in songs like “Actin A Smoochie,” just like she did “Munch.”

However, it also showcases her versatility, as well. During a recent interview with New York Times, the Bronx rapper explained how she aspired to reach beyond Internet fandom and memes.

“For me personally, I think I have passed that,” she said. “I do want to be a mainstream artist. I want diamond records and plaques and Grammys. So I think in order to get that, you do have to surpass just one subgenre.”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 17: Ice Spice and Cardi B attend Cardi B Hosts Fashion Night Out on September 17, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Shareif Ziyadat/Getty Images)

With RIOTUSA handling the production, Ice Spice drops three unreleased records on the project, such as the highly-anticipated collab with Lil Tjay, “Gangsta Boo.” Unlike her other hits, the collaboration with Lil Tjay locks into the sample-drill sound with an interpolation of Diddy’s “I Need A Girl Part 2.” The two intended to shoot a video for the single this week but Tjay ended up arrested and Spice filmed a visual for “In Ha Mood” instead.

Above all, Ice Spice combats the criticism and continues to feed her hungry fanbase with even more hit records. Check out Ice Spice’s new project, Like..? below and sound off with your thoughts in the comments.

LIKE…? EP tracklist:

  1. In Ha Mood
  2. Princess Diana
  3. Gangsta Boo ft. Lil Tjay
  4. Actin’ A Smoochie
  5. Bikini Bottom
  6. Munch (Feelin U)

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“OVO Sound Radio” Kicks Off Season 5 With French Montana, Metro Boomin, & More

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OVO Sound Radio returned for its fifth season over the weekend. The first episode of the new season showcased songs by French Montana, Metro Boomin, and many more.

Oliver started the show by playing “Addicted To You,” off of Montana’s latest album with DJ Drama, Coke Boys 6. The track features Cheeze. From there, Oliver played tracks by Metro Boomin, 21 Savage, Drake, Babyface Ray, Shy Glizzy, and more.

Per usual, G0homeroger contributed a guest set later in the episode. He picked songs from Cash Cobain, Luh Tyler, Loe Shimmy, and Wam SpinThaBin, among others.

Check out the full setlist for the first episode of the fifth season of OVO Sound Radio below.

OVO Sound Radio Season 5 Episode 1

Oliver Set:
French Montana & DJ Drama – Addicted To You (feat. Cheeze)
Metro Boomin, 21 Savage & Young Nudy – Umbrella
Drake & 21 Savage – More M’s
Babyface Ray – Wonderful Wayne & Jackie Boy (feat. Lil Durk)
Shy Glizzy – Slime-U-Out (feat. 21 Savage)
Mac Critter – Act Up (feat Lil Double 0)
Lil Durk & Future – Mad Max
Lil Durk – Hanging With Wolves
Real Boston Richey – First Time
Icewear Vezzo & Dj Drama – Certified (feat. Future)
Lil Durk – Threats To Everybody
Bizzy Banks – 2016
Bizzy Banks – Ok Ok Ok
Loski – Deliberation Freestyle
Loski – Tag Time Freestyle
Kenny Allstar & Loski – Mad About Bars
Meekz – Fresh Out The Bank (feat. Dave)
Clavish- Rocket Science (feat. D-Block Europe)
Meekz – Don’t Like Drill (feat. Central Cee)
Clavish – Traumatised
Headie One – 50’s
Central Cee – Let Go
D-Block Europe – Bankroll Got Bigger
Diddy & PartyNextDoor – Sex In The Porsche
Skillibeng – My Style
Rvssian & Skeng – Switch
Popcaan – We Caa Done (feat. Drake)
Black Sherif – Run
Mavins, Rema & Boy Spyce- Won Da Mo (featt .Crayon, Ayra Starr, Bayanni, LADIPOE, Magixx & Johnny Drille)
Souldynamic & Alpha Baba – Matam
Marten Lou – My Love For You (Yebba‘s Heartbreak)
WhoMadeWho – Never Alone (Patrice Bäumel Remix)
Chris IDH Feat. Kwezi – Buya (Moojo & Nico De Andrea Remix)
Elisa Elisa & Emmanuel Jal – Amazigh (Enoo Napa Dub)

G0homeroger Set:
Cash Cobain – Slizzy Gods
Cash Cobain & Vontee – Lovers & Friends
CHOW LEE & Vontee – TWISTED
Loe Shimmy – Fallin
SCY Jimm & Luh Tyler – WAKE UP
Wam SpinThaBin – Press A Button / B4 Da Switches
Wam SpinThaBin – Section 8
Luh Tyler – Back Flippin
Real Boston Richey – IDK
Luh Jb – G23
Hotboii – First Of All (feat. ATL Jacob)
FN DaDealer – Losses (feat. NoCap)
NoCap – How It’s Going (feat. Rob49)
DCG SHUN & DCG BSAVV – Bond Hold
Yungeen Ace – Gang Nem (feat. EST Gee)
G.T. – It Don’t Need Plates (feat. Tracy T)
DaeMoney – Charles Barkley
Manny Laurenko – PELLE PELLE (feat. Veeze)

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Vedo Goes Through “Mood Swings” On New Album

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Michigan-born singer Vedo graced fans with Mood Swings, his latest solo album since 2021’s 1320. On it, the R&B star toys with varying styles in the genre, from classic sultry slow-burns to brighter trap-influenced tunes. Overall, it makes a concise and varied collection of tracks that don’t overstay their welcome.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JANUARY 12: Vedo during Mood Swings Listening Party at Chelsea House on January 12, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

While Vedo garnered his fame among other stars on The Voice, this album doesn’t need much outside assistance. Moreover, there are only two features listed: rapper-singer Tink and superstar Chris Brown. Him and Vedo released their track “Do You Mind” just last week as a single.

Furthermore, that track is one of the more upbeat and breezy moments on the album. Also, it’s playfully lustful and provides a nice contrast to the project’s more melancholy cuts like “FOREVER.” Some standout lines from the song are “I like what I like, I’m not the type that’s gon’ be stalkin’ you. Oh, I know I’m a player but I’ll wait up, shoot my shot and then I follow through. You so good, I wanna give my heart to you. Put that ass in park and send a car to you.”

That being said, the former Voice contestant also throws it back to more old-school styles of R&B. For example, there’s the opener “Waterfalls,” with its wailing guitars, lumbering tempo, and cavernous drums. Moreover, there’s a nice variety of snap beats, trap percussion, and live instrumentation to make each track feel part of a larger whole. However, Vedo’s vocal range and melodic tendencies are always at its core.

Still, what did you think of Vedo’s new album, Mood Swings? Whatever the case, let us know in the comments and peep the tracklist down below. Also, if you haven’t listened to the album yet, you can find it on your preferred streaming service. As always, stay up to date with HNHH for the best new releases in R&B.

Tracklist

  1. Waterfalls
  2. Celebrate
  3. Somebody Else
  4. Soul
  5. Do You Mind (feat. Chris Brown)
  6. Consistency
  7. You and Me
  8. FOREVER
  9. Tell Me
  10. D.A.F.
  11. C.O.B. (Reason)
  12. Somebody (feat. Tink)
  13. Only

The Other Guys Produce Skyzoo’s “The Mind Of A Saint” Album: Stream

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We’ve had plenty of new and exciting singles for you to stream this weekend. Mixtapes, however, have been few and far between. Perhaps the most noteworthy arrival came via 21 Lil Harold, who previously dropped off After The Curse on Friday (January 13). Aside from that, Skyzoo’s The Mind Of A Saint also caught our ear.

Across 10 tracks, the Brooklyn native chiefly puts himself into the world of FX’s Snowfall. Specifically through the eyes of Franklin Saint (played by Damson Idris), the rapper chronicles the human condition.

Rapper Skyzoo performs during Meet The Musician: Skyzoo, ‘Music For My Friends’ at Apple Store Soho on August 7, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Noam Galai/WireImage)

“When making this album, I wanted to do something that creatively pushed a button,” he said in a press release. “Something that served a purpose, while trying to understand both sides of the fence that it represents.  The idea of a fictional character, Franklin Saint, and what his innermost thoughts could be when dealing with the worlds he’s caught in between.”

Snowfall is currently preparing for its sixth and final season, proving that it’s amassed no shortage of fans across what’s been nothing short of an impressive run so far.

Skyzoo adds, “What makes it so intriguing is that his character and his world are mirrors of a time and era that really happened.  The birth of one of the world’s most addictive drugs and how its ripple effect took on a life that may seemingly never die.”

“The crack era was one of the worst chapters in black America’s story.  Using the ‘Snowfall’ series as a vehicle to delve into both sides was truly fascinating as an emcee.  It’s a project that is layered beyond measure.  If you’ve never seen [the show], you’ll walk away thinking this is a really great album. If you’re an avid fan, you’ll truly feel as if Franklin, the conflicted boy genius turned millionaire and career criminal truly did pick up a pen and pad to write his life story over a bed of beats.”

According to the New Yorker, this is one of his most intense projects to date. Thankfully, he had the help of The Other Guys’ incredible production to further push his story along.

Stream Skyzoo’s The Mind Of A Saint project on Spotify or Apple Music below. Afterward, tell us your thoughts on the creative new album in the comment section.

The Mind Of A Saint Tracklist:

  1. Eminent Domain
  2. Views From The Valley
  3. Panthers & Powder
  4. Straight Drop
  5. 100 to One
  6. Bodies!
  7. The Balancing Act
  8. Brick by Brick
  9. Apologies In Order
  10. Purity

BabyTron Comes Through With “Bin Reaper 3: New Testament”

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BabyTron keeping his foot on the gas in 2023 shortly after a successful year in 2022. The rapper slid through last year with impressive outings like MegaTron and Bin Reaper 3: Old Testament.

Finally, the rapper delivered Bin Reaper 3: New Testament after building anticipation in the past few weeks. BabyTron’s slick wordplay, sports references, and unmatched ear for beats culminate into his latest body of work, which also boasts more features than ever before.

Babytron. Photo credit: Cyrus Tetteh
BabyTron. Photo credit: Cyrus Tetteh

BabyTron’s Bin Reaper 3: New Testament contains 26 songs in total of new music, safe for the previously released singles, “Mr. Hanky” and “Ricky Henderson.” Though he does connect with fellow Michigan staples over the lengthy tracklist, he also connects outside of his region. Babyface Ray, ShittyBoyz, Drego & Beno deliver incredible performances during the duration of Bin Reaper 3: New Testament. At the same time, artists like Cordae, Rico Nasty, Lil Yachty, and DaBoii are among the few names attached to the project.

Bin Reaper 3 is yet another strong effort from BabyTron, who keeps leveling up with each project. He’s undoubtedly proving that he’s one of the most consistent rappers in the game. As he once told SPIN, “Like Kobe said, ‘Mamba mentality.’” The rapper’s continuously pushed himself with each release, whether his choice of samples or the references to legends that came before him. Following the release of his latest effort, we’re excited to see what else he has in store for the remainder of the year.

Check out the tracklist below and stream Bin Reaper 3: New Testament. Let us know your favorite track off of the project in the comments.

  1. Forever $cams
  2. Next Level 2
  3. Golden Child
  4. #FREEUNKY
  5. Gimme Dat (feat. Lil Yachty)
  6. CatDog (feat. BabyFace Ray)
  7. Beetleborgs (feat. Cordae)
  8. Mr. Hanky
  9. Remote Control
  10. RIP Hutch (feat. Rico Nasty & Remble)
  11. Mike Amiri Monster
  12. Vintage Tron Pt.1/Vintage Tron Pt. 2
  13. Euphoria 2
  14. Sunday School
  15. Dirty Draco (feat. KanKan)
  16. Zap Zone (feat. Certified Trapper)
  17. Ricky Henderson
  18. Waffle House (feat. Drego & Beno, ShittyBoyz, RMC Mike, BabyFxce E, J1Hunnit & Prince Jefe)
  19. Mainstream Tron 2
  20. 100 OVR
  21. Za Morant
  22. You Would’ve Thought (feat. DaBoii)
  23. Animorph
  24. 2 EA$Y
  25. Tronalation 28:27
  26. [BONUS] I Can’t Call It (feat. $camaurion)

21 Lil Harold Unleashes “After The Curse” Ft. 21 Savage, G Herbo & More

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It’s officially 21 season.

Over the past few months, 21 Lil Harold’s geared up for the release of a brand new project. Today, he unveiled After The Curse in its entirety. The Atlanta rapper’s latest body of work is a strong introduction for those who aren’t familiar. For those that are, it’s a welcomed body of work that showcases his growth and maturity as an artist.

After The Curse boasts 12 songs in total with a handful of collaborators specifically chosen for the tracklist. Of course, the Slaughter Gang head honcho 21 Savage makes an appearance — his first guest feature of the new year. The “Rich Flex” rapper joins Lil Harold on “Ain’t On None.” G Herbo also appears on the tracklist for the previously released single, “Damn.” Young Nudy helps Lil Harold kick off the project on “My Real Dawgs,” while Nardo Wick joins forces with the “Out Of Time” rapper on “Give No Fcks.”

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - AUGUST 03: 21 Lil Harold attends as SONY Pictures presents an Atlanta Tastemaker Screening of 'BULLET TRAIN', hosted by Big Tigger at Regal Atlantic Station on August 03, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for Sony Pictures)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – AUGUST 03: 21 Lil Harold attends as SONY Pictures presents an Atlanta Tastemaker Screening of ‘BULLET TRAIN’, hosted by Big Tigger at Regal Atlantic Station on August 03, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for Sony Pictures)

Though 21 Lil Harold’s been associated with Savage and the crew for nearly five years, After The Curse cements Harold as a force in his own right. Following a string of releases over the years, his latest project cements his name as one to look out for this year.

Prior to After The Curse, 21 Lil Harold released his project, LARRY in 2021. The album boasted 12 songs in total, which he later expanded with an additional three on the deluxe. LARRY included appearances from Latto, G Herbo, Slimelife Shawty, and Offset.

Check out 21 Lil Harold’s new album, After The Curse below and sound off with your thoughts in the comments.

03 Greedo Drops Surprise “Free 03” Mixtape

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Without warning, 03 Greedo just blessed fans with a brand new mixtape this week, titled, Free 03.

The Wolf Of Grape Street rapper’s latest body of work marks his first since 2020’s Load It Up, Vol 1. Free 03 boasts 15 songs in total, produced entirely by Mike Free. The latest from Greedo finds him working alongside the late Drakeo The Ruler, BlueBucksClan, OhGeesy, and KenTheMan.

LOS ANGELES, CA – FEBRUARY 15: Rapper 03 Greedo attends the Trap House Clothing & Laced South Bay Presents TRAP ALL STAR FEST at The Belasco Theater on February 15, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Unique Nicole/Getty Images)

Though it’s been three years since his last body of work, Greedo’s remained prolific in his output throughout his incarceration. In 2022, he also blessed fans with singles like “Drop Down” ft. KenTheMan and “Pourin’” ft. BlueBucksClan — both appear on Free 03.

Though the California rapper remains incarcerated on drug charges, it seems like things might actually be looking up in his case. The Texas Department of Criminal Justice revealed that 03 will be released on parole this week. Meanwhile, journalist Jeff Weiss, who has closely followed Greedo’s case, confirmed the news on Twitter.

“Out of respect for Greedo’s right to break the news however he wants to break it, I can’t officially confirm anything,” he wrote. “But this Texas parole info is accurate. 03 should be coming home at some point this week. A 5-year nightmare finally coming to an end.”

Following a spur of releases, a judge sentenced Greedo to 20 years in prison in 2018 after striking a deal for guns and drugs charges in Texas. At this time, Greedo was at the height of his career with collaborations alongside Lil Uzi Vert, and more.

We’ll keep you posted on anymore updates surrounding Greedo’s release. Check out Free 03 below and sound off with your thoughts in the comments.