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Problem And DJ Quik Announce Joint Album ‘Chupacabra’

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Legacy West Coast acts JasonMartin FKA Problem and DJ Quik have announced an upcoming highly anticipated joint album out later this year via EMPIRE called Chupacabra. Today, they share the first single “Workout” featuring Lil Jon and Rodney O which is a high tempo and motivational record for those looking for a burst of energy. To commemorate the release and theme of the song, the artists have partnered with ESPN to sync the record throughout the 2024 NBA Playoffs.

West Coast rapper JasonMartin, head of 50Million and Coffee & Kush, got his start behind the scenes writing music for and with Snoop Dogg, Terrace Martin, and more. He began issuing mixtapes and projects from his debut in the early 2000s and went from a staple in underground to widely known radio mix show favorite in 2013 with breakout single “Like Whaaat”. The track then got an official release after the virality when Problem’s debut EP, Understand Me, appeared on Diamond Lane before the end of 2013. He continued to make the leap to the mainstream in 2017 with Selfish and the Rosecrans EP – the latter a collaborative effort with DJ Quik. He quickly followed up with 2018’s S2 before kicking off the 2020s in a big way with a pair of full-lengths, Coffee & Kush, Vol. 1 and 2. More recently, he shared A Compton Story project and short film to widespread acclaim.

The legendary DJ Quik’s last full length effort was the aforementioned Rosecrans EP and now the duo are coming back together for another joint album. The rapper/producer is regarded as one of the most prominent figures in rap since his early-’90s debut and championed the G funk sound for artists and proteges to follow. He’s got multiple Billboard chart topping records and RIAA-Gold and Platinum certifications under his belt. His production credits span from Tony! Toni! Toné!’s “Let’s Get Down” – a Top 30 pop hit to collaborations with Janet Jackson, Jay-Z, and more.

Stay tuned for more info leading up to Chupacabra stream “Workout”. Catch Problem on his Problem Vs Jason Tour through June 6 culminating in Los Angeles and Quik on Snoop Dogg’s The Cali to Canada Tour.

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JasonMartin (FKA Problem) and DJ Quik Announce Joint Album “Chupacabra”

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JasonMartin (FKA Problem) and DJ Quik Announce Joint Album "Chupacabra"

West Coast rap icons Jason Martin, formerly known as Problem, and DJ Quik have unveiled plans for their highly anticipated joint album Chupacabra, which will be released later this year via EMPIRE. Today, they dropped the album’s first single, “Workout,” featuring Lil Jon and Rodney O. The track delivers a high-tempo, motivational vibe, perfect for those seeking an energy boost.

The artists have teamed up with ESPN to feature “Workout” throughout the 2024 NBA Playoffs to celebrate the release and the song’s theme.

JasonMartin rose to prominence behind the scenes, collaborating with notable names like Snoop Dogg and Terrace Martin before gaining mainstream attention with hits like “Like Whaaat” in 2013. DJ Quik, a legendary figure in rap since the early ’90s, boasts a remarkable career highlighted by chart-topping records and collaborations with artists like Janet Jackson and Jay-Z.

Their upcoming album marks a reunion for the duo after their successful collaboration on the “Rosecrans” EP. Fans can expect more updates leading up to the release of Chupacabra. In the meantime, catch JasonMartin on his Problem Vs Jason Tour and DJ Quik on Snoop Dogg’s The Cali to Canada Tour.

You can hear “Workout” below.

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Jason Martin (FKA Problem) Alleges Nicki Minaj Stole The Idea For Her And Ice Spice’s ‘Barbie’ Movie Song From Him And Saweetie

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For the upcoming Barbie movie soundtrack, Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice teamed up for “Barbie World,” a new spin on Aqua’s classic “Barbie Girl.” However, Jason Martin (the rapper/songwriter/producer formerly known as Problem who now releases music as JasonMartin) claims that Minaj stole the idea for the track from him.

Last December, Saweetie previewed the Aqua-sampling “Icy Girl, Icy World” during an Instagram Live session. Sharing a clip of that on Twitter on June 18, Martin wrote, “As a writer on this, I can confirm this song and idea was sent to her last year to submit for the Barbie movie. It’s sad to see that the original artist has been pushed off a song that was her idea and was meant for both of them. I have no side in this, but I will be compensated.” He continued in another tweet, “If or when I need to detail the whole way it went down in regards to this Barbie sh*t, you will understand why all writers need to be compensated with day rates and contracts protecting their intellectual properties the day of. Hopefully this gets sorted out quietly. But please no I don’t scare easy.”

He spoke about it on Instagram Live, too, claiming he and Saweetie created the song and sent it to Minaj for Barbie movie consideration. She supposedly said she was going to use the song before making her own version without the two involved.

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Drake, Rick Ross & Problem Make Cannabis Moves

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