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Pharrell Continues To Impress With “Piece By Piece” Soundtrack

October 11, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Pharrell knows how to make great music. He’s been doing it since 1992, when he penned a verse for the classic rap single “Rump Shaker.” The single is on the Piece By Piece soundtrack, since the movie of the same name tells Pharrell’s life and career story. There are other classic songs on here, and collabs with the likes of JAY-Z, Snoop Dogg, Clipse, and Justin Timberlake. Piece By Piece is, in one regard, one of the best greatest hits packages you could ever hope to come across. It is a sampler of the best hip hop, pop and R&B music of the last three decades. Don’t worry, though, there’s new stuff too.

It would be pointless to sit here and write about the merits of, say, “Superthug” or “Get Lucky” with Daft Punk. You know these songs, and depending on how you feel about “Happy,” you love these songs. It’s the new material, largely composed and performed by Pharrell solo, that makes Piece By Piece such an interesting listen. Most of the new songs are up top, and they are stellar. “For Real” and the title song are Pharrell in his bag, dishing out radiant melodies over oddball production. The obvious highlight is the “Virginia Boy” remix, though. Pharrell and his protege, Tyler, The Creator, sound like they’re having a ball on the hard-hitting song.

Let us know what you think of this brand new album, in the comments section down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

Pharrell And Tyler, The Creator Shine On “Virginia Boy” Remix

Piece By Piece Soundtrack tracklist:

It’s Happening
Piece By Piece
Virginia Boy (Remix) [featuring Tyler, The Creator]
L’Ego Odyssey
For Real
Maybe (featuring N.E.R.D)
God Bless Us All (featuring N.E.R.D)
Senorita (featuring Justin Timberlake)
Rock Star (featuring N.E.R.D)
Rump Shaker (featuring Wreckx-N-Effect)
Superthug (featuring N.O.R.E.)
I Just Wanna Love U (Give It 2 Me) [featuring JAY-Z]
Drop It Like It’s Hot (featuring Snoop Dogg)
Grindin’ (featuring Clipse)
Frontin’ (featuring JAY-Z)
Beautiful (featuring Charlie Wilson & Snoop Dogg)
Sooner or Later (featuring N.E.R.D)
Get Lucky (featuring Daft Punk)
Happy
Alright (featuring Kendrick Lamar)

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Isaiah Rashad Hints That He Finished His Next Album Amid Social Media Fanfare

October 10, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Fans have been waiting for a new Isaiah Rashad album since 2021’s The House Is Burning, and it looks like we might be right around the corner with it. Moreover, NFR Podcast recently posted an alleged text message from him in which he talks about wrapping up the process for his fourth LP. “S**t crazy [unamused face emoji],” the TDE rapper expressed. “Like I’m tryna finish strong so I’m finishing strong type s**t. Really proud of the production. Really proud of the words this round.” While this doesn’t outright confirm that he finished the album, it does suggest that he’s almost done with it, or at least is in its final stages.

Of course, this isn’t the only recent update that Isaiah Rashad has offered about his next studio record. Back in May, he shared with concert-goers for his Cilvia Demo 10th anniversary trek that it will probably drop this year, and as the window for that closes, fans were very excited to get this alleged text message update. “I might change the title of it but I’m working on my fourth project,” Zay expressed in Dallas. “I don’t know, like, probably later on this year. Most likely.”

Isaiah Rashad Suggests He’s Finishing His Next Album

As for what caused the gap between this new album and The House Is Burning, we have no idea. But it’s shorter than THIB‘s distance from 2016’s The Sun’s Tirade, whose space was due to a rehab stint. “I was doing whatever I could to escape,” he told The FADER back in 2021. “I admittedly liked the feeling of being numb. Everything that ain’t good for me. Being out in L.A. without anything anchoring me down f***ed me up. You can float off out here. You can get lost in this b***h. I was going through some petty tortured s**t: from rehab to going all the way f***ing broke. Instead of leaping buildings, I was just like, ‘Nah, I’m going to just stay in the crib.’ The responsibility was just too scary.”

Meanwhile, we know that Isaiah Rashad is a big fan of what his current and former label mates have been up to this year. During a concert this year, he played Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” to close the show out, and you can probably guess how wild the audience went in late May. Hopefully the Tennessee native adds to that canon this year, although we won’t complain about a 2025 arrival.

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Pusha T Claims Clipse Album Is Finished As Fans Clamor For A Release Date

October 10, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Clipse will finally reunite in full-length fashion on Let God Sort ‘Em Out, the upcoming album from brothers Pusha T and No Malice. However, there still isn’t a release date for it, and some fans are already scared that this is just a farce. Fortunately, AllHipHop‘s Chuck Creekmur caught up with the Virginia MCs at the VIP premiere of Pharrell’s new film Piece By Piece, and Push specifically gave fans an update on the LP’s status. “The album’s done,” he remarked. “So, the album’s done, we just [handling] all the logistics right now. It’s ready. So, as soon as it’s ready, y’all getting it. That’s it.”

“It’s time,” No Malice added to Creekmur concerning the Clipse reunion. “It’s time. The album is ready. The album is right. I feel it’s something that hip-hop has been missing. And we got it, so we ready.” Of course, this isn’t the first time that the duo’s spoken on the project or even suggested that it’s finished. There’s actually a mystery feature on the LP that has fans salivating, although we’ll have to wait and see who actually turns up on it.

Pusha T & No Malice Update Fans On Clipse Reunion

“It’s what rap should look like if you’re real about your craft, real about your experience, real about your storytelling,” No Malice told Vulture of the Clipse reunion album back in June. “It’s bringing the fans along to see the growth, not trying to fit in or fabricate. It just seems like in other genres of music, they have the luxury of growing. For some reason, we act like we’re not supposed to evolve. This is what the true evolution of the Clipse looks like. It’s just good to be able to show that and still have high-level raps.”

Meanwhile, whether or not that mystery feature lands or if it’s literally just Pusha T and No Malice, we can’t wait for what Clipse will bring on Let God Sort ‘Em Out. Maybe asking for a 2024 release date is too much, but if it is, then we’re sure that it will fit right in as one of 2025’s biggest rap moments. The fact that we can’t know for sure is what makes rap’s future very exciting. Hopefully there’s greatness right around the corner…

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IDK Reveals Release Date And Tracklist For New Album “BRAVADO + INTiMO”

October 10, 2024 by newhiphopnews

IDK has been around for a minute. The rapper dropped his debut album in 2019, but he’s really started to garner buzz over the last few years. His last album, F65, was his most acclaimed yet, and the anticipation for his upcoming release has been sky high. Especially with the album’s tracklist unveiled, and the star-studded list of guest artists confirmed. IDK’s new album is titled BRAVADO + INTiMO, and, similar to his earlier efforts, it will be short and concise. It will differ, however, by boasting some of the biggest names IDK has ever gotten on record with.

These names include Gunna, Joey Badass, TheARTI$T and Conway the Machine. All four of these men are radically different in terms of style and approach. That said, they are all excellent at what they do. It really is a testament to IDK’s versatility and range that he will be able to get on a record with Conway the Machine, then turn around make a trap song with Gunna. The conciseness, which was previously alluded to, cannot be overlooked. Most of the rap albums that have dropped over the last decade have bloated to an almost absurd level. BRAVADO + INTiMO, on the other hand, only boasts 12 tracks. When you’re good at what you do, that’s all you need.

IDK Will Collab With A Wide Range Of Artists

IDK confirmed that BRAVADO + INTiMO will be released on Friday, November 1. He also provided some fun information about the artists who shaped the sound of the album. He hopped on Twitter right after he unveiled the tracklist, and dropped a few touchstones for fans to keep in mind while listening. “This body of work was inspired by MF DOOM, Lauryn Hill and Aphex Twin,” he explained. Check out the full tracklist below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

HELLO
CELiNE IN THE TRAP
TiFFANY (featuring Gunna)
KiCKiN
DENiM (featuring Joey Badass)
MiLES TRUMPET
CHECK!
PAPERCUTS
SWITCH (featuring Conway the Machine)
SUPERNOVA (featuring THEARTI$T)
SEE YOU AGAIN
GOODBI

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Tee Grizzley & Fridayy Are Mentally Strong On “I Know”

October 9, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Tee Grizzley was one of few more mainstream names to come through with a new album this past weekend. Post Traumatic, his 12th overall project, has features from G Herbo, Tink, J. Cole, Mariah the Scientist, YTB Fatt, Future, and more. A lot of the guests laid down some rock-solid performances, especially Cole’s, which has easily been one of this project’s most revisited tracks. In just its short time being out, it’s already raked in over 7,000,000 streams on Spotify.

However, something we have come to learn about Post Traumatic is that we have to like some of the more “unsung” collaborations. One of them is “I Know,” a team-up between Tee Grizzley and R&B talent Fridayy. This is one of the most personal offerings from the 24-songs and it’s an empowering one at that. Both artists perform passionately about having grit and toughness through all of life’s struggles. Maintaining a positive outlook is the overarching message here and it shines through thanks to the effective writing from Tee and Fridayy.

“I Know” – Tee Grizzley & Fridayy

Quotable Lyrics:

I know how to hit thе studio and rap my life on some street s*** (I do)
I know how to take one brick, do a remix, now it’s three bricks (I do)
Pray all my dogs live bulletproof after all the s*** that we been through
Talkin’ blocks hot and they spinnin’ too, and hit loved ones just to get at you (Damn)
Seen close friends at the back door, ‘spite of gettin’ everything that I asked for
New stamps in my passport, running shoes, chasin’ this cash flow

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Is Kendrick Lamar Dropping Soon? Latest Hint Out Of TDE May Have Given Us An Answer

October 9, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Excitement for Kendrick Lamar’s next studio album is reaching new heights on social media after TDE affiliate Devin Malik’s latest post. Malik confirmed that a new project from Lamar is in the works on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday night. Throughout the years, he’s worked with ScHoolboy Q and Isaiah Rashad while also making an appearance at the recent Pop Out concert.

“Mood cause new k dot album otwwww,” he captioned a clip of himself on stage next to Lamar at The Pop Out. Fans had excited reactions to the announcement. “Ome on naw. Don’t play, man… You know we trying to wait patiently for it to drop…” one user replied to Malik. Another wrote back: “Nahhhh this is messed up if you playing with us. Need that sh*t yesterday.”

Kendrick Lamar Performs During “The Pop Out”

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 19: Kendrick Lamar performs onstage during The Pop Out – Ken & Friends Presented by pgLang and Free Lunch at The Kia Forum on June 19, 2024 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Timothy Norris/Getty Images for pgLang, Amazon Music, & Free Lunch)

Malik isn’t the first TDE affiliate to hint at a new album from Lamar in recent months. Terrace Martin, who has collaborated with Lamar on numerous occasions, teased a new album from the rapper on Instagram Live, earlier this year. “Aye, let me tell y’all the records I’m excited for. I’m excited for YG’s album, I’m excited for Mustard’s album. I’m excited for a lot of people, but there’s two albums. I’m going crazy, I can’t wait ’til they drop,” he began. “Roddy Ricch album and whenever Kendrick drops his album, I’m excited for those two. Those two Compton artists is like, I’m excited. So much sh*t bubbling, you know?”

Devin Malik Teases Kendrick Lamar’s Next Move

Rumors about a new album for Lamar come as he prepares for a headlining set at the Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show. Additionally, there’s been rumors floating that he plans to embark on a stadium tour afterward. Be on the lookout for further updates on Kendrick Lamar on HotNewHipHop.

mood cause new k dot album otwwww pic.twitter.com/4xEoLj4yLJ

— DEVIN MALIK (@notdevinmalik) October 8, 2024

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Drake Confirms That PARTYNEXTDOOR Collab Album Is “Coming Soon”

October 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Drake is really hard to follow these days. Not in terms of location, or exposure. The rapper is still out and about, making public appearances. Rather, it’s difficult to gauge what his plan for the future is. Drake had fans clowning him for ranting about fake friends during a Toronto show. “You’re going to come to a point in life where people you thought were friends,” he claimed. “People you thought were close to you switch up.” It wasn’t a the best look. But then, at the same event, Drake told attendees that his album with OVO veteran PARTYNEXTDOOR was still in the works.

“Shoutout to my brother PX,” Drake told the crowd amidst his rant. “Album dropping soon.” It was a very encouraging sign, since the rapper hadn’t spoken on the album since he announced it. Drake came out to show love to PARTYNEXTDOOR during a Toronto show in August. He praised PND for his musicality, and then confirmed that their long-anticipated joint album was finally coming to fruition. “Once Summer over with,” Drizzy explained. “Do what you need to do, I know all you girls are outside and when it gets a little chilly… a PARTYNEXTDOOR and Drake album will be right there for you…”

Drake Confirmed The Album Is Dropping This Fall

Drake may have been quiet on the promo front recently, but there have been hints at the album is coming together behind the scenes. For one, the 6 God claimed that it will release during the fall, and it’s fall, so we are well within our rights to expect it soon. For another, PARTYNEXTDOOR claimed that they already have a tracklist locked, and revealed how long the album will be. “The one we doing right now, all 15 we doing right now,” he told a reporter. There’s also a snippet of an unreleased Drake and PARTY song that was previewed at a recent DJ set. Footage from the set has circulated on social media.

Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR have been collaborators for over a decade. The fact that Drake has decided to work with the R&B singer on a full album, on the heels of complaining about backstabbers in the industry, speaks to how close his bond with PND really is. The two men last worked together on the song “Members Only” from Drake’s last album, For All the Dogs. If that song is any indicator of what we get to hear on the collab album, we’re in for a treat.

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Adam22 Alleges That Kanye West Has Quit Nitrous To Focus On New Album

October 7, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kanye West has seemingly not had a quiet month in years. Every few weeks, a new story seems to come out about his personal life and/or career. October 7 was an especially hectic day. In the span of 24 hours, it was alleged that Kanye West was divorcing his wife of under two years, Bianca Censori. It was alleged that he was moving to Tokyo, Japan. And most notably, it was tweeted out that he was kicking his alleged nitrous addiction. The last of these three claims was made by Adam22, which means it should very much be taken with a grain of salt.

Adam22 broke the alleged news via Twitter. “I have been informed by an insider that Kanye has quit the nitrous,” he wrote. “And has been very focused on music for the last few months.” The second part of the statement falls in line with other reports about Kanye West’s behavior. The rapper is believed to be hard at work on the production of his upcoming solo album, Bully. He even teased the release of a new single, “Preacher Man,” on Instagram in September. Several outlets have alleged that West is moving to Tokyo in order to better focus on getting the album completed in a timely manner. Anybody who has followed the rollout for West’s last few albums knows that sticking to a release date has become difficult for him.

Adam22 Alleged That Kanye West Is Newly Sober

I have been informed by an insider that Kanye has quit the nitrous and has been very focused on music for the last few months

— adam22 (@adam22) October 7, 2024

The nitrous allegation is the most intriguing aspect of Adam22’s post, though. The allegations that Kanye West had become addicted to nitrous gas were made by Milo Yiannopoulos in August. The controversial figure claimed that West’s dentist, Dr. Thomas Connelly, got him hooked on the substance. Yiannopoulos also posted screenshots of alleged conversations in which the rapper asked to given nitrous. “Can I have Nitrus today,” West allegedly asked. “Tom you said you’d bring them by today Checking in.” As West’s ex Chief of Staff, Yiannopoulos theorized that Connelly was “[diminishing] Ye’s mental faculties” in an effort to in” extract millions of dollars from him.”

Connelly denied the allegations outright. A representative for the dentist told TMZ that Yiannopoulos’ claims were “not only factually incorrect but also intentionally misleading.” Kanye West had not publicly addressed the allegations. Despite being historically outspoken, the rapper has also remained quiet with regards to his alleged divorce. Daily Mail reported that West and Censori actually split weeks prior to the recent rumors. The outlet also claims that the rapper is “ready for divorce” amidst his desire to travel and focus on his music. Time will tell if the divorce and nitrous rumors prove to be true.

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Tyler, The Creator Blasts Fans For Spreading False Album Rumors

October 7, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Tyler, The Creator has been on a creative over the last decade. The rapper broke through at the tail end of the 2000s, but it’s his last three albums that have really captivated fans and critics. The desire for new Tyler music makes sense. Musically, lyrically, and thematically, he’s one of the most ambitious people in the business. That doesn’t mean Tyler, The Creator has a new album around the corner, though. He had bad news for fans on October 7, along with some critiques for presumptuous fans.

Tyler, The Creator wasn’t even part of the initial fan interaction that took place on Instagram. He noticed that Steve Lacy, a former Odd Future affiliate and frequent collaborator, was being harassed by fans for new music. Lacy vented his frustrations in an Instagram comment. “Album this album that,” he asserted. “What happened to hello?” Tyler, The Creator seemingly felt similarly, as he jumped in to endorse Lacy’s comment. “I feel you,” the rapper noted. “Sh*t is annoying especially when I never said out my mouth an album was coming.” This is true. Tyler has not announced any new music since the release of The Estate Sale, the deluxe version of his last studio album, in 2023.

Tyler, The Creator Is Focused On Acting Right Now

Furthermore, Tyler, The Creator told his fans that he has other creative ventures he wants to pursue. He wants to get into acting, most notably. “I wanna be an actress Imfao,” he wrote at the end of his post. In keeping with the rapper’s statement, he has taken massive strides towards a Hollywood career in recent years. He recently booked a supporting role in the upcoming A24 film Marty Supreme. Tyler, The Creator will be making his dramatic debut opposite an impressive cast of stars like Timothee Chalamet, Gwyneth Paltrow, Fran Drescher and Abel Ferrera. The irony of this casting, of course, is that Tyler referenced the star of the film in his 2017 song “OKRA.” “Tell Tim Chalamet to come get at me,” he spit. “Skin glowin’, clear of acne. Diamonds see-through, so holographic.”

Tyler, The Creator’s musical output has noticeably lessened in the last couple years. His last feature was on the recent Maxo Kream single “Cracc Era.” Tyler’s guest verse prior to that collab was in 2022, on The Weeknd song “Here We Go… Again.” It will be exciting to see how Tyler, The Creator fares in the next chapter of his entertainment career. That said, he does have a brand new song on the way. The Odd Future founder is going to appear on the remix to “Virginia Boy,” which will be on the soundtrack to Pharrell’s biopic Piece By Piece.

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Tekashi 6ix9ine Signs Massive New Record Deal With Kartel Music

October 7, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Tekashi 6ix9ine does not have the hit-making capabilities that he once showcased. The rapper used to be able to top the charts with Nicki Minaj and Fetty Wap collabs. The more time that’s passed, though, the harder it’s become for 6ix9ine to generate interest in his music. He’s a celebrity more than an artist. Which is why the rapper felt the need to switch gears and sign a record deal with a brand new label. TMZ confirmed that Tekashi 6ix9ine recently signed to Kartel Music, and plans to drop an album with regional Mexican artists.

Tekashi 6ix9ine’s deal could potentially net him $6 million. His plan is to record an album that appeals to Spanish-language listeners. He also plans to tour it in Mexico, as well as Central and South America. TMZ analyzed the contract, and claimed that the rapper will be paid $1 million to complete an album with ten songs. He will subsequently be paid $250K for each concert date. All added up, this could result in the aforementioned $6 million. An impressive chunk of change for someone who, as was previously stated, has stalled on the hip hop charts. The deal came with specific conditions, however. Tekashi 6ix9ine cannot run into legal troubles, or get arrested, during the making of the album.

Tekashi 6ix9ine’s New Deal Could Net Him $6 Million

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This is not the first time Tekashi 6ix9ine has catered to his Latino audience. His dropped a reggaeton album titled Leyenda Viva in 2023. It boasted appearances from stars like Angel Dior, Grupo Firme and Bulin 47. In addition to the album, 6ix9ine recorded collaborations with reggaeton star Anuel AA on his debut English-language album, Dummy Boy, in 2018. He has always been mindful of his worldwide audience, as he told fans via Instagram Live. He called out critics who claimed he switched up for clout. The rapper also asserted that he should be able to cater to different groups.

“You know how many Spanish n**gas is born and raised,” he asserted. “In the whole of New York City? What ya’ll trying to say, Spanish n**gas can’t eat? When you Spanish, you can only make reggaeton? It’s our culture, too, n**ga.” Tekashi 6ix9ine’s Spanish-language music has not been met with critical acclaim. That said, it hasn’t slowed him down. He recently dropped a diss song for his ex-girlfriend in Spanish. His upcoming album is set to be his most concentrated attempt at crossover success yet.

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