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Ravyn Lenae Brings Doechii Onboard For A Rejuvenating Remix Of ‘Xtasy’
The hip-house resurrection continues with the remix to Ravyn Lenae’s new Kaytrana-produced single, “Xtasy.” Fittingly, the new version of the song features a verse from Doechii, rap’s latest adherent to the dance-music-infused style that first emerged 30 years ago and has made a roaring resurgence this year. Picking up where she left off on her own upbeat singles like “Persuasive” and her debut EP, She/Her/Black B*tch, Doechii delivers a seductive verse playing off the sexy themes presented by Lenae on the original “Xtasy.”
Lenae has been around for a bit, but has seen increased attention in 2022 thanks to a slew of steamy singles such as the Steve Lacy collaborations “Skin Tight” and “Light Me Up,” “Xtasy,” and “M.I.A.,” the lead single from her upcoming debut album Hypnos. In a statement about the long-awaited debut, Lenae said:
“When you listen to the music, I hope you have a better understanding of me and even catch a better understanding of yourself. As artists, we make music as a pathway to help other people understand certain aspects of their lives. I’ve gone through the tunnels and seen the light on the other side. I’m finding my way. I’m clearer on who I am and my power through music and lyricism. I’m pouring more into me, friendships, family, and music. Through all of that, I’m fulfilled.”
Check out the “Xtasy” remix above.
Hypnos is out 5/20 via Atlantic. Pre-save it here.
Ravyn Lenae is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
Here’s Everything To Know About JID’s Upcoming ‘The Forever Story’ Album
This Friday, Dreamville-signed Atlanta rapper JID will release his third studio album, The Forever Story, four years after the release of his last solo album, DiCaprio 2, and five after his debut, The Never Story. In the meantime, we’ve seen JID’s star rise with his participation in releases from Dreamville such as the 2019 group compilation Revenge Of The Dreamers III and the Gangsta Grillz mixtape D-Day earlier this year, and the 2020 Spillage Village group album Spilligion. Now, The Forever Story is on the way to solidifying his ascent, cementing him as a superstar.
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— (J.I.D) (@JIDsv) August 19, 2022
In the lead-up to the album, JID has released two main singles, “Surround Sound” featuring 21 Savage and Baby Tate and “Dance Now” with Kenny Mason. However, he also released an unofficial single, “2007,” which was left off the album due to sample clearance issues. When he shared the song, he revealed that it was originally the outro and is key to understanding the album’s narrative and themes. Later, he revealed the album’s tracklist — at first, with only the producer credits, then again with all the features included. The album’s guest artists are 21 Savage, Baby Tate, Ari Lennox, Earthgang, Eryn Allen Kane, Johnta Austin, Kenny Mason, Lil Durk Lil Wayne, Mustafa The Poet, Ravyn Lenae, and Yasiin Bey.
The Forever Story is out on 8/26 on Dreamville/Interscope. You can get it here and see the full tracklist below.
1. “Galaxy”
2. “Raydar”
3. “Dance Now” Feat. Kenny Mason
4. “Crack Sandwich”
5. “Can’t Punk Me” Feat. Earthgang
6. “Surround Sound” Feat. 21 Savage & Baby Tate
7. “Kody Blu 31”
8. “Bruddanem” Feat. Lil Durk & Mustafa The Poet
9. “Sistanem”
10. “Can’t Make You Change” Feat. Ari Lennox
11. “Stars” Feat. Yasiin Bey
12. “Just In Time” Feat. Lil Wayne & Kenny Mason
13. “Money”
14. “Better Days” Feat. Johnta Austin
15. “Lauder Too” Feat. Ravyn Lenae & Eryn Allen Kane
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Ravyn Lenae Delivers Hypnotizing Vocals In Her Emotive NPR Tiny Desk Concert
It has been a strong first half of 2022 for the R&B genre, and one name that has come up a lot in the conversation of best projects is Ravyn Lenae. It’s one thing to listen to her debut album Hypnos and witness the talent audibly, but she took things to another level visually with today’s (June 22) Tiny Desk Concert as part of NPR’s Black Music Month celebrations.
The Chicago talent was glowing as she took attendees and listeners through a multitude of emotions, opening with her track “Venom” before descending further into the feels with “Skin Tight” and the self-love ballad “Inside Out,” then kicking things up a notch with the closer “Sticky.” In a day and age where R&B is labeled too slow, moody, and not fit for upbeat settings, the 23-year-old firmly displayed she can provide all of those sounds and do so in a live setting.
Three of the four songs performed come from Ravyn Lenae’s aforementioned debut album Hypnos, which was released toward the end of May and features Steve Lacy, Mereba, Smino, and Fousheé. Prior to Hypnos, she released EPs Crush, Midnight Moonlight, and Crush in 2016, 2017, and 2018 respectively.
Watch Lenae’s dazzling Tiny Desk performance above.
The Best Albums of 2022 (So Far)
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Image via Defcee & Boathouse Defcee & Boathouse, ‘For All Debts Public and Private’
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Image via Publicist YoungBoy Never Broke Again, ‘Colors’
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Image via Publicist Ella Mai, ‘Heart on My Sleeve’
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Image via Warner Records IDK, ‘Simple.’
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Image via Atlantic Records Ravyn Lenae, ‘HYPNOS’
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Image via AWAL/ Warner Records Omar Apollo, ‘Ivory’
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Image via Publicist Bad Bunny, ‘Un Verano Sin Ti’
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Image via Publicist Latto, ‘777’
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Image via Tidal 42 Dugg & EST Gee, ‘Last Ones Left’
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Image via Freebandz/Epic Records Future, ‘I Never Liked You’
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Image via Columbia/Erskine Records Harry Styles, ‘Harry’s House’
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Image via RRR Music Group YL & Zoomo, ‘In Memory Of’
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Image via Hvmor Records Redveil, ‘Learn 2 Swim’
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Image via GDF Records/The Freeminded Records/EMPIRE Jay Worthy & Larry June, ‘2 P’z in a Pod’
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Image via Publicist Benny the Butcher, ‘Tana Talk 4’
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Image via T.C.F Music Group Che Noir, ‘Food For Thought’
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Image via Tidal Blxst, ‘Before You Go’
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Image via Publicist Conway the Machine, ‘God Don’t Make Mistakes’
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Image via Publicist Denzel Curry, ‘Melt My Eyez See Your Future’
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Image via Tidal Earl Sweatshirt, ‘Sick!’
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Image via Instagram Gunna, ‘DS4EVER’
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Image via The Weeknd XO, Inc./Republic Records The Weeknd, ‘Dawn FM’
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Image via Blacksmith Recordings/Motown Records Vince Staples, ‘Ramona Park Broke My Heart’
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Listen to Ravyn Lenae’s Debut Album ‘Hypnos’ f/ Smino, Steve Lacy, and More
Ravyn Lenae Releases Debut Album, ‘Hynos’
With features from Kaytranada, Steve Lacy, Smino, Foushee, & more.
Ravyn Lenae Is Light On Her Feet On The Groovy And Infectious ‘Xtasy’ With Kaytranada
It was four years ago that Ravyn Lenae stood out for her 2018 EP Crush. Add in a few notable collaborations with the likes of Smino (“Glass Flows”) and Noname (“Montego Bae”), and it was clear why many were excited to hear the Chicago singer’s debut album. Unfortunately, in the years that followed, that project never arrived, but finally, the wait is almost over as Lenae prepares to release her long-awaited debut Hypnos at the end of the week. Ahead of the project’s arrival, Lenae offers up another sweet single for listeners to enjoy.
Lenae’s latest drop, a groovy track titled “Xtasy,” is one that’s carried by production from Kaytranada. Together, the two make a lightweight track that’s also very infectious to the ear. One can expect the new record to be a highlight on Hypnos which Lenae took a moment to talk about in a press release.
“When you listen to the music, I hope you have a better understanding of me and even catch a better understanding of yourself,” Lenae said. She later adds, “I’ve gone through the tunnels and seen the light on the other side. I’m finding my way. I’m clearer on who I am and my power through music and lyricism. I’m pouring more into me, friendships, family, and music. Through all of that, I’m fulfilled.”
Prior to releasing “Xtasy,”Lenae previewed Hypnos with “Light Me Up,” “Skin Tight,” and “M.I.A.”
You can listen to “Xtasy” in the video above.
Hypnos is out 5/20 via Atlantic. You can stream it here.
Ravyn Lenae is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
Ravyn Lenae Connects With Kaytranada For “XTASY” Single
Ravyn’s debut album, ‘Hypnos,’ arrives May 20.