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Rowdy Rebel & Fetty Luciano “Splash Brothers 2” Review

April 19, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Rowdy Rebel and Fetty Luciano are two Brooklyn MCs from the GS9 imprint. Their latest collaboration, Splash Brothers 2, just released on April 19, following the first Splash Brothers release from 2023. On Splash Brothers 2, Rowdy Rebel and Fetty Luciano flex their street ties and luxury lifestyles over drill beats for 11 tracks which span 25 minutes of run-time. Let’s dive into the body of Splash Brothers 2, and review the material therein.

The Project Begins With A Rocky Start

Splash Brothers 2 opens with the track “2024.” This song has a loud, abrasive vibe showcasing Rowdy Rebel and Fetty Luciano’s drill influences, though the mixing on this record leaves a lot to be desired. Rowdy sounds like Bizarre from D12 drowning in reverb, while a vocal feature from Lil Tjay comes and goes in the blink of an eye. This track doesn’t effectively set the tone for some of the highlights to come and could have easily ended up on the cutting room floor.

“Pistons” is another song that does very little to establish Rowdy Rebel and Fetty Luciano’s stage presence, as JB completely steals the show with his guest verse. Sonically, the instrumental sounds so similar to Ice Spice’s “Deli” that you could make a sound argument that Spice deserves a writing credit. Later in the tracklist, “Can’t Talk Hot” features a nearly identical instrumental as well, without the powerful guest vocals of JB. As a result, “Can’t Talk Hot” sounds like a poorly conceived B-side of “Pistons,” which already sounds like a B-side of “Deli.” While Splash Brothers 2 does go on to reach some major highlights, opening with this one-two combo of mediocre songs was certainly a bad move from Rowdy and Fetty.

Some Of The Featured Artists Really Shine

As stated, JB has the most compelling verse on “Pistons” by a country mile. This is not an isolated incident on Splash Brothers 2 as Rowdy Rebel and Fetty Luciano are outshined by their guests numerous times. The track “Shake” is one of many examples of this phenomenon, with Rowdy and Fetty both completely drowning their vocals in autotune effects that make them sound like they just discovered the technology for the first time. The vocal mixing completely drowns out Rowdy to the point of near incoherence while Fetty’s interpolation of “I Don’t Want To Wait” by Paula Cole sounds embarrassing and unintentionally hilarious. D Sturdy completely sweeps them both on the back end of this track, with one of the hardest guest features on the album.

Things aren’t all bad for Rowdy Rebel and Fetty Luciano. The pair hold their own against some other banging features elsewhere on the record. “Pissing Me Off” sees Fivio Foreign stealing the show, though both of the main Splash Brothers artists manage to keep up with some of their best lyrical showings on the album. “Pissing Me Off” is track 3 on Splash Brothers 2, but really sounds like it would have made a better opener.

Then there are tracks like “Spin First” and “My Block,” which see guest vocalists Curly and Chubbs blending in perfectly with Rowdy Rebel and Fetty Luciano respectively. The former is a thumping club shaker that sounds like it could soundtrack a fight scene in a bodega in an episode of Mr. & Mrs Smith, while the latter sees Rowdy and Fetty trading bars back and forth with Chubbs, who compares and contrasts the street life of Chicago with the streets of Brooklyn.

The Album Has Some High Highs

“My Block” is probably the best cut on Splash Brothers 2, but it’s not the only highlight. “Twin Story Pt2” shows Rowdy Rebel and Fetty Luciano rapping with no assistance, and illustrates their chemistry better than any other song on the project. The track is a direct sequel to track 6 off the first Splash Brothers album from last year and gets straight to the point as to why these two teamed to make an album together in the first place. Subsequent tracks such as “Pop Out (Yeah Yeah)” and “Good Night” also bring the heat, with the former serving as a street anthem loaded with references to smoking opps and luxury whips. “Good Night” brings some sonic diversity to the production which is severely lacking on most of the album, and showcases some versatile flows from Fetty Luciano especially.

At the end of the day, Splash Brothers 2 is more of the same from this crew. If you’re a fan of Rowdy Rebel and Fetty Luciano’s previous work, you’ll likely find 3 or 4 new tracks here to add to your playlist. If you’re a die-hard hater of the GS9 crew, this album will definitely not do much to change your mind. Overall, the team has created a solid project, albeit with a few duds thrown into the mix.

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Rowdy Rebel And Skilla Baby Are Balling Like Memphis Basketball Star Ja “Morant”

December 13, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Rowdy Rebel seems to be a pretty patient artist compared to most nowadays. A lot of the rappers who have been in the game as long as he has, tend to drop very frequently. The opposite can be said about Rowdy. Although, he has been picking it up a bit over the past year or so.

He has dropped three projects, with one of them being a collaborative record. This past Friday, December 8, the Brooklyn product came through with one last hoorah before 2024 comes around. Back Outside boasts features from Skilla Baby, Fivio Foreign, Fetty Luciano, and Icewear Vezzo. One track we want to highlight is “Morant.”

Listen To “Morant” By Rowdy Rebel And Skilla Baby

While he might not be the best example to use right now for anything after his 25-game suspension, Rebel and Baby do make a point. Ja does ball on the court and that is what these two want to make sure everyone knows. They know how to flex within the rap game with their achievements and luxuries. You can check out the song and project on all DSPs now.

What are your initial thoughts on this new song, “Morant,” by Rowdy Rebel and Skilla Baby? Is Skilla going to be one of the hottest rappers in the next couple of years? Is this the best song off of Back Outside, why or why not? Where does this project rank amongst the rest of Rebel’s discography? We would like to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest breaking news around Rowdy Rebel and Skilla Baby. Furthermore, stay with us for all of the best song drops throughout the week.

Quotable Lyrics:

Flip the work and feed the clan (Shotty)
I could whip the pot and hold my Glock without switching hands (Wha)
Switch the drop, this a Mercedes (Skrrt), hit your block, like, let’s go crazy (Baow, baow, baow)
Riding through Detroit with that old boy, they think I’m Skilla Baby (They think I’m Skilla Baby)
Nodding of the Perc’, but still alert even though I’m lazy
Hitting up my plug, like (Frrt), “Can you put a switch on a three eighty?”(Frrt, frrt, frrt)

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Rowdy Rebel Comes Through With Concise 10-Track LP “Back Outside”

December 10, 2023 by newhiphopnews

New York MC Rowdy Rebel has been in the game for about eight years now. Since he is a veteran in the industry, you would think he would have a ton of material out. However, the opposite is actually true. To be fair, some of that certainly attributed to the legal trouble he was involved in with Bobby Shmurda, back in 2014. However, it is still a surprise that he only has five projects to his name.

But, this past year or so has seen him make up for lost time behind bars. Rowdy has dropped three projects with the latest being Back Outside. This is a quick follow-up to his April release with Fetty Luciano, Splash Brothers. His co-partner happens to land on this project too.

Listen To Back Outside By Rowdy Rebel

Besides him, Rowdy has also brought on a couple more guests. Fivio Foreign, Icewear Vezzo, and Skilla Baby are here too. In fact, Fivio and Fetty were on the lead single for Rowdy’s tape. “Posture” came out back in late June. The album is 10 songs and runs at a scant 23 minutes, making it no overstay its welcome. Stream Rowdy’s new effort above.

What are your initial thoughts on this brand-new album, Back Outside, by Rowdy Rebel? Out of the two projects he has come out with this year, which one is better? Which tracks are you gravitating toward the most right now? We would like to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest breaking news around Rowdy Rebel. Furthermore, stay with us for all of the best project releases throughout the week.

Back Outside Tracklist:

Glockys
Morant (feat. Skilla Baby)
ROB WHO?
Posture with Fetty Luciano & Fivio Foreign
Realest In The City
Put On (feat. Icewear Vezzo)
Free 23
Girl I Miss U
Free Smallz
RIP TDOTT

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Real Boston Richey Responds To Rowdy Rebel Saying Future Cut Him Off

September 28, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Real Boston Richey is taking matters into his own hands and shutting down any rumors. On Wednesday, Sept. 27, the Miami rapper appeared on From The Block, a platform known for its freestyle sessions, for a freestyle and attempted to set the record straight. The Miami-based rapper took the opportunity to address the allegations head-on via freestyle. “N***as can’t turn off Boston Richey,” he started. “Imma say that sh** again, n***as ain’t cut off Boston Richey. Whatever n**ga swing through this b**ch fast, they gon’ get it.” Boston Richey appearing on the platform is his way of taking control of the narrative and putting an end to the swirling rumors surrounding him.

Richey’s words came in response to Rowdy Rebel who had previously tried to diss him. Rebel was on the same platform just a couple weeks ago saying that Future cut off the young rapper. “N***as moving like they tellin,’ they movin’ iffy, I cut ’em off like Future did to Boston Richey.” The controversy surrounding Boston Richey stems from a viral incident that occurred in January. A vlogger named 1090 Jake had uploaded documents indicating that Richey had cooperated with law enforcement (or snitched) in two separate cases. One involving a murder case when Richey was just 19 years old and the other being a Grand Theft Auto incident in 2013.

Richey Is Setting The Record Straight

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While Richey’s co-defendant in the Grand Theft Auto case denied that he was a snitch in an interview with Say Cheese!, the situation took a more damaging turn for Richey when 1090 Jake shared a video online. The video allegedly showed Richey providing information to the police. In the video, Richey is seen identifying various individuals connected to the case and mentioning an “alleged shooter” while also naming gang members.

With the ongoing controversy and conflicting narratives, Boston Richey is determined to set the record straight and assert his position. His recent freestyle serves as a testament to his commitment to maintaining his place in the rap world. And dispelling any doubts or speculations about his authenticity. In other news, Boston Richey is coming off a recent release for his latest sophomore effort Welcome To Bubba Land. Unlike his debut project, Public Housing, which saw features from Future, Moneybagg Yo, Kodak Black, and Lil Durk, his second release was a solo effort and notably had no features.

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Jim Jones Plays Rowdy Rebel In A Game Of One-On-One

April 11, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Jim Jones has accomplished a lot of things in the music game. As an original member of Dipset, Jones cultivated a loyal following during his heyday as a rapper. Additionally, he has made the transition from beloved rapper to a successful record executive. Furthermore, Jones has established himself as one of hip-hop’s most biting social critics. However, one place he hasn’t exactly excelled at is the basketball court.

Many rappers have established themselves as great hoopers. Stars such as lil Durk and Quavo have shown their skills on the hardwood in the past. Additionally, J. Cole has even played semi-pro basketball in Africa and Canada. However, Jim Jones will likely never be praised for his basketball acumen. The Hip-Hop Wolf posted an Instagram video of the pair. In the clip, Rowdy can be seen crossing up Jones. Rowdy also runs past Jones to score multiple times. Admittedly, there is a considerable age gap between the 46-year-old Jones and the 31-year-old Rowdy Rebel. However, the difference in skill between the two is hard to deny.

Jim Jones Always Speaks His Mind

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Elsewhere, Jones has continued to be a lighting rod for controversy. Jones has long been known as one the industry’s most outspoken voices. Jones recently claimed that he would charge Dr. Dre $2 million if Dre drops any of Dipset’s unreleased records. Meanwhile, Jones also had a problem with Billboard and Vibe’s list of the top 50 rappers of all time. The list put Bronx native Pusha T at number 28. However, Jones questioned why Pusha T was included on the list at all.

Additionally, Jones has repeatedly stated his belief that Drake is hip-hop’s GOAT. Furthermore, he has gone so far as to claim Drake as the group’s fifth member. Meanwhile, Jones has also been open about his falling out with fellow Dipset alum Cam’ron. Jones’ provocative nature is what a lot of fans like about him. Many fans believe modern artists try too hard not to be controversial. However, Jones’ often abrasive personality is seen as a breath of fresh air by many. We will see what new proclamations Jones has going forward.

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Rowdy Rebel And DBoyLo Release “We On It”

March 13, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Brooklyn rapper Rowdy Rebel released a music video for “We On It” featuring DBoyLo on March 10th. The new song opens with a relaxed beat before the GS9 rapper smoothly begins rapping over it. He spends the entire track rapping in a calm cadence before he gets to the song’s hook, where he states, “Whatever you on we on.” After this, he’s joined by fellow Brooklyn rapper DBoyLo, real name Lawal Demola, who raps in a more aggressive and upbeat tempo. Finally, the song ends with a snippet of one of Rowdy Rebel’s future releases.

This new collaboration between the Brooklyn duo covers the hard topics their for which their music is known. Some of the other songs the two have worked on together include “No Time,” “Money Machine,” “Kan’t Stop Woopin,” “Get It Back,” “Rainy Days,” “No Time Remix,” and “Shmoney Dance Remix.” Similarly to their other songs, “We On It” speaks about gang life, guns, and drugs.

Rowdy Rebel’s “We On It” Video

The friendship between Rowdy Rebel and DBoyLo can be traced back to their childhood. The pair grew up in the same neighborhood and bonded with each other over their shared love for music. The pair began collaborating on music as they grew older. However, their friendship was put to the test in 2014. Rebel and several other members of the GS, most notably Bobby Shmurda, were convicted on charges of conspiracy to commit murder, reckless endangerment, and drug trafficking. DBoyLo remained supportive of his friend Rowdy Rebel during his incarceration and continued working on his own music career.

The two returned to the studio upon Rebel’s release in 2020. They helped each other build their rap careers while simultaneously working on solo projects. They have supported each other through thick and thin. This latest release is most definitely not DBoyLo’s and Rowdy Rebel’s last song together. What are your thoughts on “We On It?” Will you be adding the “Shmoney Dance” rapper’s latest song to your playlist? Let us know in the comments below, and don’t forget to stay tuned to HNHH for all the latest hip-hop news!

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Albee Al And Rowdy Rebel Drop New Visual For “She F**k With A Gangsta”

December 12, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Albee Al drops another visual off of the FREE THE REAL project through EMPIRE. In the “She F**k With A Gangsta” video, Albee Al and Rowdy Rebel are turning up with beautiful women. Al and one of the women perform a stick-up inside a diner they eat at. Nimi Hendrix directed the visual and has worked with Albee Al on his recent “King Koba” video.

“It’s two real ones linking up to make good music,” says Albee Al.

Free The Real Available Now on all platforms.

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Rowdy Rebel Reacts To Bobby Shmurda’s Comments On King Von

December 6, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Rowdy Rebel found himself in some hot water last week after his appearance on My Expert Opinion. During his appearance, Rowdy commented how he felt the issues between King Von and Lul Tim could’ve been handled differently.

“When King Von died, that Lul Tim n***a, he didn’t have to get out of the car and start squeezing right away. You already got yours drawn,” he said. “You had the upper hand and could have just been like, ‘Yo, back your n***as up and get your dawg outta here.’ But you already chose the murder route.”

Ultimately, Rowdy caused an uproar in NBA Youngboy’s camp, but it was Bobby Shmurda’s response that exasperated the issue further. However, he seemingly backtracked and admitting his collaborator and friend shouldn’t have said anything.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MARCH 15: Rappers Rowdy Rebel and Bobby Shmurda watch the game between the Brooklyn Nets and the New York Knicks during their game at Barclays Center on March 15, 2021 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

“I felt like that shit came out wrong. He meant it in a good way, like that he wished that none of that shit would’ve happened because he’s a fan of both,” Bobby said. “But sometimes, you can’t talk on other people’s shit. Period.’

“It’s like sometimes these emotions are going to come out so when emotions is high, you don’t want to talk on situations,” he continued. “Sometimes, you gotta say, ‘Man, I just wish the best for everybody,’ and that’s it. Keep it at that. Shut the fuck up and don’t say shit about the situation.”

The response sparked many to believe that Bobby went against Rowdy publicly. However, the “Paid Off” rapper clarified that he has nothing but love for Bobby.

“I cud never beef with my brother Bobby. He free’d me from a whole bid,” he wrote on Instagram. “But yu other n***as hurd what I said.”

In a subsequent post, he added, “I SAID WHAT I SAID.”

Clearly, Rowdy doesn’t have any problems with what Bobby Shmurda said. We’ll keep you posted on anymore updates regarding the situation.

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Bobby Shmurda And Rowdy Rebel Are Finally Getting To Tour Together

September 22, 2022 by newhiphopnews

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Here’s a “strange, but true” fact that is truly wild to think about: Despite being famous since they were just barely in their 20s, Bobby Shmurda and Rowdy Rebel have never gone on tour. The reason for this: In December 2014, at the height of the mania for Bobby’s hit “Hot N****,” Bobby, Rowdy, and the rest of their crew, GS9, were arrested and charged for gang activity under the RICO Act. In 2016, both rappers took plea deals in exchange for five and six-year sentences, respectively, effectively curtailing their thrilling rise to stardom.

Both were released recently and have had an inspiring comeback that was unfortunately marred by label conflict on Bobby’s side, leading to him splitting from Epic Records and striking out independently with Roc Nation. However, they aren’t letting their newly split-label situation stop them from finally having the triumphant tour they always deserved. This week, they announced their upcoming tour, the Bodmon Tour, with Bobby as headliner supported by Rowdy (oddly enough, Rowdy’s actually the only one to have dropped his full-length debut, Rebel Vs. Rowdy, which he did in July, although Bobby dropped the Bodboy EP in August).

The two New Yorkers are making up for lost time, setting out in Maine in October and running through December in Fort Lauderdale, FL. You can check out the dates below.

10/8 – Portland, ME @ Cross Insurance Arena
10/30 – Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot
11/1 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern
11/4 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
11/6 – Denver, CO @ Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom
11/9 – Austin, TX @ Emo’s Austin
11/10 – Dallas, TX @ House of Blues Dallas
11/13 – Silver Springs, MD @ The Fillmore
11/14 – Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore
11/15 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore
11/17 – Boston, MA @ House of Blues
11/18 – Rochester, NY @ CWater Street Music Hall
11/19 – New York, NY @ Terminal 5
11/20 – Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom
11/22 – Atlanta, GA @ The Tabernacle
11/23 – Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works
11/25 – Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart’s
11/26 – Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore
11/27 – Cleveland, OH @ Agora Theatre & Ballroom
11/29 – Minneapolis, MN @ The Fillmore
11/30 – Indianapolis, IN @ Old National Centre
12/1 – Chicago, IL @ The Vic Theatre
12/3 – Norfolk, VA @ The Norva
12/6 – Orlando, FL @ Vanguard
12/7 – St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live
12/8 – Fort Lauderdale, FL @ Revolution Live