Things may never be sorted out between NBA YoungBoy and Lil Durk. The reasons are valid, though, especially because of the tragedy of losing King Von. Their opposing fanbases are certainly not letting up on each other either. It seems every time Lil Durk and NBA YoungBoy drop new music, their material is always up for debate and comparison. More of that will be going doing this Friday, February 16, as both dropping new tracks. The Chicago native posted an Instagram Story announcing the heat he has coming.
DJ Akademiks reshared the Story on his account. Durk captioned the post, “I’m dropping some for the streets Friday F%CK it.” As we mentioned YB is doing the same thing, expanding his 2024 catalog to five. His single has a title and it is called “Closed Case.” The Louisiana rapper made this known nearly a week ago with the lyrics for it already being on Genius.
Durk does not have a title for his song yet at the moment of writing this post. Fans immediately went into DJ Akademiks’ comments section comparing GRAMMY Awards and the like. One person says, “Durk Grammys: 1 YB Grammys: 0 the debate is over.” A NBA fan flies into to support him and says, “this is the dumbest s*** ever since when does a grammy determine who’s better ” Another even goes as far as to say this, “Durk: ‘imma drop some for the streets’ The streets: ‘We don’t want that s***t’ ” Only time will tell who does better this coming weekend.
What are your thoughts on Lil Durk and NBA YoungBoy both dropping music on the same day? Who is going to get more streams and why? Who do you think is the better rapper is and why? Will this competition and debating ever end? Do you think Durk did this intentionally? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to tell us in the comments below. Additionally, keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Lil Durk and NBA YoungBoy. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the world of music.
Drake hinted at considering releasing new music while on traveling with J. Cole and Lil Durk for the It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What? Performing in St. Louis on Tuesday night, the Toronto rapper revealed he’s itching to make more music. The revelation comes despite previously telling fans he intends to take a break following the release of For All The Dogs.
“You know, I said I was taking a break and all that sh*t, but I’m right back on the road again,” he told the crowd. “It’s hard for me to stay away from y’all — I really do love you. You never know. I might get bored and start making some new music on the road, see where it goes in the next little while.”
ATLANTA, GA – DECEMBER 9: Rapper Drake and Rapper 21 Savage perform onstage during “Lil Baby & Friends Birthday Celebration Concert” at State Farm Arena on December 9, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)
As for his plans to step away from music, he explained on his SiriusXM radio show, Table for One, that he wanted to focus on his health. “I probably won’t make music for a little bit,” he said at the time. “I’m going to be real with you: I need to focus on my health, first and foremost — and I’ll talk about that soon enough. Nothing crazy, but just like, you know, I want people to be healthy in life. I’ve been having the craziest problems for years with my stomach so I need to focus on my health, and I need to get right, and I’m going to do that. I have a lot of other things that I would love to focus on.”
Drake Teases Plans For New Music
Last night Drake said he might get bored on road and start making new music again pic.twitter.com/IXp0yqT7u7
Elsewhere during the concert, Drake offered to cover surgery costs for one fan in the audience. Be on the lookout for further updates on Drake on HotNewHipHop.
Lil Tecca burst onto the scene when he was just 16 years old. His song “Ransom” was a viral hit that ultimately thrust him into superstardom. At the time, numerous artists were experiencing the pitfalls of becoming famous too fast. Overall, a lot of artists came and went within the blink of an eye. However, Tecca was one of the few from his era to keep it pushing. Despite a viral debut single, Tecca was able to build a fanbase organically, and to this day, he still can go platinum.
Back in the summer of 2023, Tecca dropped off a snippet to the track “500 lbs.” Subsequently, his fans did the rest and made it a viral trend on social media. This generated hype for the single, and it even led to the announcement of his new album TEC. The album was an immediate hit with fans, and now, he is about to embark on the HVN ON EARTH tour, which begins today in Dallas. SoFaygo, Tana, and Chow Lee are coming along for the ride, and it going to be an incredible time.
BERLIN, GERMANY – OCTOBER 26: Lil Tecca performs at Astra Kulturhaus on October 26, 2022 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Pedro Becerra/Redferns)
This past week, we got to speak with Lil Tecca about his upcoming tour and just how excited he is to go out and connect with his fans. After all of these years, Tecca has learned to love touring, because of just how close it brings him to his supporters. Not to mention, his new album is filled with bangers that he will now get to perform live for the first time. We also got to talk about his work with BNYX, Kodak Black, and even Ken Carson.
Lastly, we also got to get inside of the mind of Tecca, who has become a mentor for younger artists despite his young age. He grew up in the public eye, and it has given him insight into how the world works. You won’t want to miss what he has to say.
The following interview has been edited for length and clarity
Coming into your album TEC, what were you looking to accomplish or maybe even prove?
I was trying to accomplish a more mature project. I was definitely trying to push myself forward that I have before and take certain risks. Talking about certain topics that I haven’t before, and just like, actually lay out a story instead of laying out a bunch of songs.
Right away you kicked off the rollout with the “500 lbs” snippet which was going viral on social media, how important are snippets in generating hype for your work?
I think it’s very cool. But I don’t really have much of a big part to play when it comes to viral stuff. It’s really just my fans. And it’s really just the people that actually support me that’s willing to make these videos and willing to drop, like whatever they got to do to tell everyone this is the next big song or whatever it is that they do. You know, yeah, I definitely think it’s a great benefit. But I don’t have much of a part to play as my fans.
Do you feel like there is pressure to deliver when a song does go viral before you release it?
No, not really, because I have like a common understanding with my supporters. And it’s like, magic, when you go to a restaurant, and you have a favorite steak that you order, you order that steak, you know what it’s gonna taste like, you know that seasoning, and you know, the vibe. So when I dropped the snippet that I know that they like, I know, they’re gonna like the whole thing, because it’s been this common understanding going on for so long.
A large part of the virality of that song is just how catchy the hook is. Your whole career you have been an extremely consistent hook writer. Everything you put out stays stuck in your ear. What is your approach to writing hook and how do you keep your batting average so high?
I’m into melody more than I’m into lyrics. So my approach to songwriting isn’t even writing the songs, it’s writing a melody. How can I write a melody that’s going to stick into your head that it doesn’t matter what I say, on top of this melody? The words are just kind of like the part of the building blocks to the whole platform, but the platform has the ability.
The beats on this album are on another level. I know you got to work with BNYX. What do you think makes him a special producer?
I think he knows what he’s good at. And he doubles down on it every time and then when he’s like, okay, they done heard what I’m good at, he triples down on that. And he also incorporates new things that he hasn’t done before that makes his beats fresh. So it’s very easy for someone like him to stand out.
How do you go about choosing beats?
It’s really a feeling when I hear the beat and say okay, what do I feel when I hear this beat? Like, do I have to hop on this like, is it leaving me no choice but to make a song with this beat? What I’m saying is if I feel like if there is a better option, I choose the better option, but it’s really just like a feeling thing.
Speaking on one of your BNYX collabs, HVN ON EARTH, you got to work with Kodak Black, explain what that process was like.
Well, back to the beat, I made the beat to that song. So it was kind of just like a let me cook up real quick. BNYX sent me the melody and I just did some drums on it. And then when I made the song, I knew it was fire, because it was a song that I had written in my notes for a few days before I even recorded it. And then it kind of sounded incomplete when I made my version of it, so I’m like, Okay, let’s get someone to put on there. And Kodak was there.
You also got to work with Ken Carson. A very different artist. How did you two link up for that one?
We have so many songs, that was just really one of the songs that ended up on my shit. We linked up because I hit him up in like 2021, or whatever the year was, and we done made hella songs since then.
Compared to other projects, how have you changed the way you approach the creative process?
It’s, it’s almost the instinct thing. At this point, I’ve made so many songs, and I’ve tried so many different things that it’s like, I can almost choose how I want to create music, I can either simulate the process, and just listen to how it comes back after, like, I wasn’t even there when I made it. Or I can sit down, take my phone and write it down. But the process itself is always instinct. It’s not a process you can really articulate unless there actually is a step-by-step guide on how someone writes their music, but for me I just don’t get in the way of the creation. Because I feel like all songs that I’ve ever made are just kind of like, set through me know, I’m just the delivery person of the song.
500 lbs just went platinum. What does that mean to you to still be getting accolades and support from your fans?
It means the world bro, like I wouldn’t be anything without my fans. Like, that’s, that’s just the truth of it. So to see that, like, they’re happy with the work that I’ve been working on. It’s a very good feeling, because I work very hard on it.
That brings me to my next question which is a lot of artists come and go. When you’re young, you can come in with a viral track and then all of a sudden, you fade into obscurity. But you’ve been able to remain consistent and your fans love you. What has been the key to success for you?
Just my fans, like all artists, we’re all out here working. We’re all making music. We’re all trying to contribute to our vision, but it’s just my fans that actually allow me to do what I do and call it successful. Like in in my world, the people that show up for you, that’s your points. Like, like in basketball, the amount of times you score on the field, that’s your points. In my field, the amount of people that will show for you, that’s how much you score. So my fans they really just, they show up for me. They’re like, we’re going to make sure you win. And when I win, my fans win and when my fans win, I will.
You’re about to embark on the HVN On Earth Tour. How excited are you to see your fans and connect with them?
That’s the best part of the tour. It’s not even, it’s not even to get to see all these places that I wouldn’t see without music. It is to get to see my fans. Because we’re all people at the end of the day, and we all go through what we go through no matter who you are. But when I’m in front of that crowd, and I’m actually seeing the impact that I’ve made in real-time, none of that shit matters.
How do you feel as though you’ve developed as a performer over these last few years?
I think I’ve actually fell in love with performing just from it being such an essential part of my industry. If you want to be fine, you better like this. And you better get good at it. So just practice and actually treat the stage like the studio and actually like feeling at home when I’m there. And especially it makes it way easier when the fans know your songs and they’re jumping and giving you that energy.
What has been the scariest part about touring for you?
Literally just the act of performing because I’ve never even done a talent show. And I’ve never even been to a show. My first ever concert I’ve ever been to was my own. So I’ve had no kind of background knowledge on what the experience would be like, such as going on tour and knowing that I’m going to be around the whole US where everybody feels different about songs like okay, but I got to just lock in.
Throughout your time touring in the past, what has been your craziest touring experience?
I don’t know about craziest tour experience. But one thing I always wanted to do was go to Japan and music brought me to Japan, specifically a tour. So that’s probably like, the craziest thing that’s, that’s happened to me.
You will be touring with SoFaygo, Tana, and Chow Lee, what made you want to bring those three artists along?
They’re fired. And I think that the crowd actually would understand that type of music the same way they understand one. So it’s like, why not bring some people that could you know, people that might not know who they are could could hear their music. And it actually makes sense. It’s not like I’m bringing in a boom bap rapper on stage where they’re in front of a bunch of people that won’t like their music, you know, I’m trying to put people in front of people that will like it. So it’s like a good experience for everybody. And I like their music, too. So that’s why they’re there for real.
When you came onto the scene you were a teenager, what have you learned the most in the last four years?
Do what I say I’m going to do? On time.
Younger artists look up to you as someone with experience in the music world. Do you find there is pressure to be an influence or a role model, especially when you’re still relatively so young?
No, I don’t feel no pressure to be like a role model to anyone that wants to follow my steps, because you can follow my steps from the beginning. Like, there’s no hidden history with me. So you can see my mistakes that I’ve made. And you can see the things that went right for me, there’s a step-by-step guide on how I done glowed up. So if you want to follow me, how can you not when you work for me? So I lead nobody down the wrong path. If you follow me, you’re gonna win.
You dropped an album just five months ago. Are you already planning your next release?
My next album already almost done.
When all is said and done, what do you want fans to take away from your career?
That I’m deadass just a young n**** that likes music and somehow ended up here. And if you like something, you can end up somewhere with it. Because I’m the proof of it. And I knew nobody in this damn music industry. I’m the person to know now. So just go crazy.
Kanye West is someone who has received co-signs from people who perhaps aren’t the best examples of who you want to be associated with. Overall, this was very much true during his anti-semitic era which one could argue is still ongoing. He got co-signs from the likes of Nick Fuentes, Milo, and even the creator of the Proud Boys. Although he has distanced himself from those characters, there are still some on the right who continue to praise him. One such person is none other than Candace Owens.
Overall, Owens is controversial for a plethora of reasons. Although her popularity has certainly died down since 2020, she continues to be a big name on the right. She is one of those people that will comment on everything, even if they aren’t super involved in it. Moreover, she will comment even if she does not know much about it. The type of person that would say a Tom MacDonald album is the epitome of good music. Well, her good friend Ye just dropped Vultures, and below, you can find her review.
“Congratulations, Kanye. Cancel culture has been officially cancelled,” Owens said on Twitter. So, yeah. That is pretty much it. Instead of offering up real critiques about the production, the lyrics, the features, Owens has made Vultures a culture war issue. At the end of the day, that is all art is to some people. For most, art is a way to connect with the world around you and feel something. Unfortunately, for others, it is a means to an end in the realm of politics. Engagement bait at its finest, merely packaged in a way that will rile up Ford F150 owners.
Let us know what you think of Vultures, in the comments section below. Were you a fan of the album or will you never revisit? 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.
While BLP KOSHER might turn people off on the surface, we encourage you to give him a chance. The Broward County, Florida rapper has been blowing up over the past several months or so. The reason for that is fairly clear; this guy is a pure entertainer. KOSHER’s personality is colorful and downright hilarious. He possesses the ability to make the oddest similies make sense somehow better than most rappers today. This is why we are happy to talk about his newest single “Virgin Ears.”
This is the second single from his next endeavor called Scarecrow. That is the rumored title for BLP KOSHER’s third tape. It would follow up his 2023 breakout release Bars Mitzvah which features songs like “Special K” and “The Nac 3.” Just a little while back we covered his first single of 2024 “Dreidel Bop.”
“Virgin Ears” is another trap-flavored banger with resonant piano keys and heavy kick drums. While the beat is not anything out of his wheelhouse, the bars are again the main draw. The chorus has some particularly interesting references to Disney shows and candy. BLP’s verses are also packed with some creative lines. “I’m at your Adam’s apple, you were talking to the snake / Them boys sweet, they talk to pigs, that cracka Honey Baked Ham / I’m screaming “Beautiful morning,” but no Father, Don’t Stretch My Hands.”
What were your thoughts on this brand-new single, “Virgin Ears,” by BLP KOSHER? Is this the best track from the upcoming album, Scarecrow, why or why not? Will this turn out to be his strongest LP? Is he the most entertaining Florida rapper, why or why not? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to tell us in the comments below. Additionally, keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding BLP KOSHER. Finally, stay with us for the most informative song posts throughout the week.
Quotable Lyrics:
Fill the gaps, then I’ma bridge it, wish them jits Good Luck Charlie I smoke a whole organization, you in class smoking Smarties (Boom, boom) No, I don’t hang around puppets I’ma shoot first like Lil’ Weezy with that Drac’ right above it I read the Ten Commandments every Sabbath, thou shalt not covet I’m at the Margaritaville, hit her wit’ no Jimmy Buffett
While sports fans were watching the biggest football game of the year, music fans got the caliber of announcement they were dreaming of. During the second half of last night’s game Beyonce shared the announcement that fans have been begging for. In a trailer she announced her highly-anticipated follow-up to her critically acclaimed RENAISSANCE. The album is called ACT II and sees Bey taking her distinctive swagger in an entirely new sonic direction that has some fans surprised.
She shared two new singles “16 CARRIAGES” and “TEXAS HOLD’ EM” both of which have a distinct country flavor. Once the initial shock of the announcement wore off fans started to process how they actually felt about the shift. While there were some skeptics in large part the Bey Hive seems to be eating the new tracks up. But her shift into country music made some fans consider other artists who have taken a similar path. One of which is K Michelle who first announced last year that she was moving away from rap and R&B and into country. After a fan online asked how she was doing in the wake of Bey’s announcement, she shared her thoughts.
In her response, K Michelle shut down any rumors of hard feelings. “Why would anyone need to check on me. I’m one of the greatest African American country singers of all times with no album even out. Yall been mentioning me ALL night. I’m just happy to be spoke about in my genre. I love Bey and will be supporting her like i always do” her response read.
One person who has been more critical of Bey’s new era is Azealia Banks. The rapper slammed Queen B shortly after she announced her shift into country music on an Instagram story post. What do you think of K. Michelle’s response to Beyonce’s embrace of country music? Are you excited about the new direction she’s going in for ACT II? Let us know in the comment section below.
Earlier this week, KASHDAMI kicked off what’s sure to be yet another successful year with his new song, “Want!” He unveiled a snippet of the catchy track a couple of months back, which earned him quite a bit of attention online. Countless fans and even Lil Wayne’s son co-signed the single on social media, and have been waiting for the full release since.
Reportedly, the track will appear on the Las Vegas-born performer’s upcoming album, Oasis. It’s unclear when the new project is scheduled to drop, but based on listeners’ reactions to his latest release, they can’t wait. His comments section is flooded with praise for the single, as well as demands for more new music.
While the track appears to be a success so far, one complaint some fans have had is its length. It clocks in at only around a minute and a half long, which some say just isn’t cutting it. Luckily for supporters craving more, however, KASHDAMI has already started to tease an extended cut. He took to his YouTube comments section to ask fans if they wanted to hear a longer version of “Want!,” to which they replied with several comments along the lines of, “PLEASE BRO PLEASE.”
The single sees KASHDAMI spit menacing bars about clashing with competitors, making money, and more, accompanied by dreamy production. The song also arrives alongside a cinematic music video directed by @1karlwithak. What do you think of KASHDAMI’s new track? What about the song’s accompanying music video? Will you be adding “Want!” to your playlist, or not? Are you looking forward to his new album, Oasis? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.
Quotable Lyrics:
I keep them racks comin’ N***as, they know how I’m bomin’ Ni-N***as can’t show me no funds I’m gettin’ this check when I want
It’s a big month for new music releases, and our R&B Season playlist update is here to round up the best soulful jams from this week. Leading the way is a massive one, which comes paired with an even more massive event. Moreover, Usher previewed his Super Bowl halftime show with a brand new album, COMING HOME, which released over the weekend. It has a lot of different melodic styles, aesthetic approaches, and dynamic displays of his vocal range and songwriting talent. If you’re looking for a couple of tracks to clue you into the project, we’d recommend “Kissing Strangers” and “Stone Kold Freak” as particular highlights.
Furthermore, our R&B Season update also contains a pretty big team-up between superstar artists in the fields of R&B and hip-hop. Of course, we’re referring to the new collaborative single between Jermaine Dupri, Nelly, Ashanti, and Juicy J, which is titled “This Lil’ Game We Play.” It’s a fast-paced and heavily danceable jam with a lot of personality, lust, and plenty of charisma from its artists. It’s been a long time since we got a radio-style song that encompasses pure fun, and nothing more to crowd up the mix.
In addition, the most underrated pick on our R&B Season update is easily the new release from Tommy Richman, a dual single with “SOULCRUSHER” and “WHAT DO U LIKE.” Specifically, we want to shout out the latter for its creative flip of Jersey club rhythms in a wavier and more melodically constant atmosphere than what those beats typically match with. It’s a pretty catchy song with simple synth embellishments and a lot of layered harmonies. If there’s something more long-form on the way from Richman, we can’t wait to dive in.
Finally, for the best music release of the week, we have the one and only Little Simz’s new EP, Drop 7. Similar to “WHAT DO U LIKE,” which brightened and re-contextualized Jersey club, Simz’s “Far Away” revitalizes those drums, while also giving the same treatment to drill. It’s a gorgeous cut vocally, and the tender pianos anchor it in a dreamy mood. Let us know what your favorite R&B Season pick was this week, and what else we missed too. Check out the playlist above and, as always, stick around on HNHH for the latest great music releases around the clock.
If you were to combine the talents of Young Nudy and 21 Savage you would create BabyDrill. The Atlanta rapper blends the dark and murderous production of 21 and the vocal work of Nudy. It makes sense where he might have gotten these influences from. The up-and-comer is a signee of Nudy’s label PDE (Paradise East Records). BabyDrill got his start in 2022 and is already working with some major players in the modern hip-hop landscape. A few to name are Latto, G Herbo, and of course, the previous ones we mentioned.
Additionally, BabyDrill was also a feature on The Kid LAROI’s comeback, debut album THE FIRST TIME. You can find him on the trap banger with Future called “WHAT’S THE MOVE?” In terms of his solo career, he has two projects to his name. His most recent, MadMan, dropped in June.
Now, he is back less than a year later to deliver his third tape called ScoreGod. Quite surprisingly, there were no singles released ahead of the 14-track project. In a day and age where rappers drop several tracks off their upcoming projects, this is refreshing to see. BabyDrill taps fellow fast-risers Luh Tyler, YTB Fatt, Rob49, and Hunxho. You can stream the tape on all of your favorite platforms, or with the links above.
What are your thoughts on this brand-new album, ScoreGod, by BayDrill? Is this his best album so far, why or why not? Which guest had the strongest performance and why? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to tell us in the comments below. Additionally, keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding BabyDrill. Finally, stay with us for the most informative project posts throughout the week.
It feels like MadeinTYO was someone who was known for his idiosyncratic bangers. The multi-cultural rapper and singer really burst onto the scene with his viral hit “Uber Everywhere.” It got so popular, that he recruited Travis Scott for an equally fire remix. But, it seems that MadeinTYO is looking to move over into another lane on the bustling musical freeway.
His 2023 record NEO TYO still had some more trappy-sounding instrumentals. But, the songs came across as more low-key than normal. Maybe he was trying to tell the fans something because TYO 808 is a full dive into more R&B/soul cuts. The Hawaii-born artist is bringing 18-tracks with features from singers such as BJ The Chicago Kid, Peyton, his older brother, 24HRs, among others.
Even the album as a whole sounds quite different from his older material, MadeinTYO maintains his personality. The production choices accencuate the listening experience in a very good way. It is mellow, serene, and frankly beautiful at times. Casual fans of MadeinTYO may not like this change, but this is a great change of pace for him. If you need something to vibe and chill out to, this is the record for you.
What are your thoughts on this brand-new album, TYO 808, by MadeinTYO? Which songs are you gravitating toward the most so far? Who had the strongest feature and why? Is this his best album to date, why or why not? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to tell us in the comments below. Additionally, keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding MadeinTYO. Finally, stay with us for the most informative project posts throughout the week.
TYO 808 Tracklist:
Nothing Better Than (TRUE) with BJ The Chicago Kid
the debate is over.” A NBA fan flies into to support him and says, “this is the dumbest s*** ever since when does a grammy determine who’s better 
” Another even goes as far as to say this, “Durk: ‘imma drop some for the streets’
