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Kembe X Starts Another Roll Out With Release Of “DEATH & TAXXXES”

September 15, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kembe X is looking to go for a more laid-back and go-with-the-flow kind of energy for his next endeavor. On the California raised rapper’s X account he hinted at this very direction. “This project i’m rolling out is all fun music there’s little gems in there. But for the most part it is the sound of me LETTING GO & HAVING FUN”. Also he had another announcement to make. “DEATH & TAXXXES” TONIGHT”. This seems to be step two for this next project’s roll out, as the Illinois born artist already dropped the potential lead single back in late August. That would be “iNDIFFERENT” with the equally engaging Zelooperz. As of now, there doesn’t seem to be a release date or really anything else that’s known other than these two probable lead off tracks.

However, we can update on what Kembe X has been up to as of late. It’s been a little bit since we’ve covered new material as the last song we got to was “Rolling Stoned” with Isaiah Rashad and Hippie Sabotage. Since that November 2023 track, he went on to drop off “Shallow”, another collab with the latter, and feature for Yakiyn’s “TOP FLO” single. Furthermore, Kembe ended his five-year project drought with Sleep Paralysis back in mid-March. That was an entire combo deal with Hippie Sabotage which spanned 10 songs. Now, with that catching up out of the way, what is “DEATH & TAXXES” sounding like? It’s almost got a bit of Baby Keem to it with the way that Kembe is delivering his flows. They are a bit loopy and dizzying and the production switches up quite a bit for the track being just 1:50. See what he’s laying down with “DEATH & TAXXXES” down below.

“DEATH & TAXXXES” – Kembe X

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IDK Raps With Confidence & Hunger On “KiCKIN”

September 14, 2024 by newhiphopnews

IDK is someone you can predict to be unpredictable. He can rap and sing and he’s always messing around with sonics. However, for this newest album roll out, the Maryland artist is taking a more contemporary approach. The production styles thus far have been very crisp and clean with the current sound palette being a mix of trap and boom-bap. “DENiM” got the ball rolling, and it had a nice appearance from Joey Bada$$. Then we got to hear IDK work with one of the biggest producers and ATL spitters of this generation on “TiFFANY”. The unofficial duo of Turbo and Gunna proved to pair nicely with the lead MC.

Now, for the third record, IDK is riding solo on “KiCKIN”. Again, though, he’s rapping over some more familiar trap soundscapes, with a nice change-up with chimes which is pleasant on the ears. As far as the lyrical content goes, IDK is giving you lots of brags and chants of “Can’t touch this, can’t touch this, can’t touch this“. Additionally, there’s some charismatic bars sprinkled in like, “They see what I’m whippin’, they pullin’ me over / They ask what I’m doin’, like Yachty and Ian, I’m thuggin’“. Sadly, we won’t be able to hear what BRAVADO iNTiMO has to offer until the end of the year. But check out “KiCKIN” with the link below.

“KiCKIN” – IDK

Quotable Lyrics:

You can get smoked, no dreadlock (Dreadlock)
I had smoke in a headlock (Heaedlock)
I have h*es in area codes, gotta hit plus before I get the text out
She told me hit her on WhatsApp (WhatsApp)
I looked at the girl like, “What’s that?” (“What’s that?”)
And that was the day that a n**** found out that the federal boys can’t touch that

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BigXthaplug Releases Prideful New Single “The Largest”

August 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

2024 XXL Freshman and Dallas, Texas native BigXthaplug is definitely someone to keep your eyes on moving forward. There are certainly a few others that standout from this latest “graduating” class so to speak such as BossMan Dlow, That Mexican OT, and ScarLip. But with an instantly recognizable voice that he can be heard from miles away and a great ear for beats, BigX is going to be one of the topflight names. He really made a name for himself last year with two projects, AMAR and THE BIGGEST. Both of them have successful tracks such as “Texas”, “Levels”, “Mmhmm”, “Climate” with Offset, and more. Additionally, BigX showed what he could do with a more country-like beat on the Shaboozey collaboration, “Drink Don’t Need No Mix”.

That song is helping the new country superstar’s new project, Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going, do well on the charts. On top of the XXL nod and this massive single, BigXthaplug hasn’t been up to much solo wise. He teamed up with Ro$ama and 600 Ent. for the short team effort tape MEET THE 6IXERS back in May. That’s the closest he’s been to dropping anything for his own catalog. However, that has come to an end as of this weekend with “The Largest”. Produced by his frequent producer pal BandPlay, BigX raps about how far he’s come thanks to all of these aforementioned accomplishments we listed off.

On the second verse though, he gets even more braggadocious and prideful. “I just got off a tour, finna go on another one / Album dumb, finna drop me another one / Couple of Ms, finna run up another one / Super Bowl rings, s***, I had to go double ’em“. Check out the new BigX single with the link below.

“The Largest” – BigXthaplug

Quotable Lyrics:

Moved out the trenches, now look how we live
Told my BM to furnish the crib
Walk out the mall with some shoes for the kids
Deposit a check, s***, my bank full of Ms
Paid up my rent, now I’m up for the year
The view look crazy from here

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NBA YoungBoy Mentally Unloads On “Tears Of War”

July 26, 2024 by newhiphopnews

NBA YoungBoy had been on pace to have one of the most productive years of any rapper this year. The Baton Rouge, Louisiana native was pumping out single after single on his YouTube page, with several of them landing on his first record of 2024. Compliments of Grave Digger Mountain might not be his strongest work, but him being so productive early on further proves that there are hardly any more hardworking than him. Unfortunately, his constant run-ins with the law continue to rear their ugly head. Back in April, while on a house arrest in Utah, he was arrested for orchestrating a fraudulent drug ring. However, this latest self-inflicted obstacle is not stopping his release pattern because NBA YoungBoy is back with “Tears Of War”.

This marks the 24-year-old’s first solo release in about four months, with “Catch Him” (YouTube exclusive) being that last track. However, in terms of overall songs, it’s the most recent one since his collaboration with Sean Kingston, “Why Oh Why”. Surprisingly, “Tears Of War” sees YB rap with great passion (unsurprisingly) over a No I.D. instrumental (Jay-Z, Pusha T, Drake). Additionally, the record is nearly six-minutes long, which on its face will make a lot of listeners groan. However, NBA really holds his own as he details his mental state, reservations he has with the things/people he loves (the streets, Yaya Mayweather), and much more. Fans are praising and we feel it’s well-deserved in this case.

“Tears Of War”- NBA YoungBoy

Quotable Lyrics:

I’m f***in’ weak
Argue with Jason, and it end with, “I love you”
Argue with my brother, probably end with, “I’ma pluck you”
Last visit from 3Three, it end with a scuffle
Want me for to change but I’m caught up and I’m thuggin’
F*** it, I don’t owe nobody nothin’

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Benny The Butcher Drops “Summer ’24” Under His Black Soprano Family Imprint

July 19, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Benny The Butcher is more than just a prolific lyricist, he is also a label executive. The now Def Jam artist has been leading the charge for his Black Soprano Family since the early stages of the 2010 decade (2011-2012). Since its founding, The Butcher has brought on a lot of talent from the East Coast and his hometown of Buffalo. Some of them include Heems, Elcamino, Rick Hyde, and more. The goal for Benny was to really give his artists a true chance to really shine. Speaking to Billboard about this in 2022, he said, “There’s no ‘I’ in team; everybody holds everybody down. I’m the kind of exec that’s artist-friendly, because I give them the whole play. I let them be involved with their careers as much as possible and show them how to get to the money”.

In addition to this, Benny The Butcher is also doing his part by contributing releases to BSF like “Summer ’24”. This track is very short, but thanks to the killer and grandiose violins and nasty boom bap drums, courtesy of Nyckles, it is still memorable. Benny’s gritty performance on the 1:59 record is also a welcome addition. Even though it has been a few months since Everybody Can’t Go, the Buffalo bully is here to remind everyone of his greatness in the thick of the summer months.

“Summer ’24”- Benny The Butcher & Black Soprano Family

Quotable Lyrics:

It feel like Thugger already running trial but in my town it barely started
And the tension is strong
It’s like something telling me to kill soon as the weather get warm
The worst case for a veteran
As feds get involved
N****, I carry the weight with me like a medicine ball

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Lil Yachty Goes For The Jugular On “Lets Get On Dey A**”

July 19, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Lil Yachty aptly named his new single “Lets Get On Dey A**”. While the subject matter mostly pertains to the grind to stealing somebody’s girl, the hidden meaning behind it why this title is so perfect. The polarizing Georgia rapper and singer has been on an absolute tear over the last year and a half. From Let’s Start Here. to songs like “Strike (Holster)” and “A Cold Sunday”, to his recent James Blake collab tape, Bad Cameo, he has been on the competition’s “A**” for sure. Produced by Cardo and Kyuro, it features a synth, kick drum, and bass heavy intro with Yachty’s warbly vocals looming in the background.

Overall, the single sounds like a mixture of Playboi Carti and ian of all artists. The latter is known for being influenced by Yeat. But with Yachty being seen working with him as of late, he might have borrowed some ideas from Valedictorian. Overall, the track is extremely well-produced, however this one of Yachty’s more inconsistent tracks as whole, sadly, His rapping performance is sort of all over the place and it feels like he has hard time finding a pocket. However, we still encourage you to check it out for yourself and see what you think. You can do so by watching the “Lets Get On Dey A**” music video, which features his fellow Concrete Boys members.

“Lets Get On Dey A**”- Lil Yachty

Quotable Lyrics:

F*** it, I’m up, skrrt on they a**
I run up the millions and spend it on glass
F*** n****s that ain’t got no paper, hm, hm
They goin’ to water, don’t run out of money
I’m payin’ to hit with your h*? Ayy, you trippin’ buddy
Haha (Ha), haha (Phew)

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BIGBABYGUCCI Shares The Woozy “Pink Sprite” Ahead Of His Next Album

July 15, 2024 by newhiphopnews

BIGBABYGUCCI is an artist we have not given a lot of shine to in the past, but “Pink Sprite” is turning us into believers. The man hails from Charlotte, North Carolina, another underrated spot for rap talent. While we are not well-versed in his discography –which traces back to 2016– these last two singles we have checked out are extremely trippy and well-produced. If we had to describe BIGBABYGUCCI’s style, we would say it borrows from the sounds of psychedelic trap, trap, and hints of indie and Southern hip-hop.

“Pink Sprite” features all of those subgenres and they all combine for an enriching experience. The drawn-out synths, addicting skittering drum patterns, and GUCCI’s druggy flows will have you floating into space. This one of many previews of his next album, BABY 5. It will be dropping on August 5, so fans will still have to wait about three more weeks. However, we can feel that it will be worth it in the end. This will be a follow-up to 2023’s When You Go to Sleep and the final tracklist is not official yet. BIGBABYGUCCI has also hinted at the possibility of a tour, so be sure to follow him on social media for any updates. For now, stream one of GUCCI’s favorite tracks from the project, “Pink Sprite”, now.

“Pink Sprite”- BIGBABYGUCCI

Quotable Lyrics:

I put yo’ ho in her place
I just fell in love with the codeine
And I think I just love how it taste (Taste)
Girl, let’s talk what it is that you taking
When it come to yo’ problems, you face them
I told her, “Come meet me on top of this cloud,” we ride this b**** to Jamaica (Ah, a-a-ah)

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JPEGMAFIA Continues To Push Boundaries On The Wild & Trippy “SIN MIEDO”

July 15, 2024 by newhiphopnews

JPEGMAFIA never rests on his laurels, and it is why he is such a fascinating artist in a genre that can become too one dimensional. This has allowed him to work amongst some the greatest and most unique talents in the game. He has even stepped outside of hip-hop, with one of his most recent experiments being with Raveena on “Junebug”. Speaking of collaborations, the Brooklyn native has been devoting a lot of his time to helping out others like Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign on VULTURES 1, or Danny Brown on SCARING THE H*ES. But, as of a month ago, JPEGMAFIA is getting back to working on his solo catalog, and today that is continuing with “SIN MIEDO”.

This song is looking like the second single for his upcoming and currently unnamed album. “SIN MIEDO” follows up on the chaotic and industrial-sounding “don’t rely on other men”. It was one of the standout tracks of June and “SIN MIEDO” looks like it has a chance to be for July. The Spanish to English translation for this means “no fear” and it is clear that JPEGMAFIA had none of that when creating this off-the-wall record. Like its predecessor, “SIN MIEDO” includes plenty of guitar sections, who are seemingly handled by Alex Goldblatt (BLP KOSHER, 6LACK, Kehlani). Additionally, there is a wild vocal sample from Mr. Mixx’s “Hoochie Mama”. Somehow, but not surprisingly, the mad scientist that is Peggy manages to piece all of these elements together for another thrilling banger.

“SIN MIEDO”- JPEGMAFIA

Quotable Lyrics:

I do what I do with a vengeance, Pegasus been had style
Shot with class, give me detention
Y’all do a lot for the mention
I spaz in other dimensions
F*** what you got, you another level, my attraction came with a pension

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NoCap Is Full Of Anguish On “Yacht Party”

July 14, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Mobile, Alabama singer and rapper NoCap is one of the Southern multi-hyphenates who can deliver a plethora of vibes. You want more uplifting and hype bangers? He’s got you. Are you looking to loose yourself in a serene yet sad soundscape? NoCap can provide that too and he is doing as such on his latest single “Yacht Party”. His melodic delivery allows him to effortlessly float between the differing styles we mentioned, and it makes this song a pleasure to listen to. On “Yacht Party”, NoCap is actually having quite the opposite of an on-the-ocean rager. Instead, he is drowning at sea in his emotions that are becoming a lot to bear.

“I wish I could leave my problems inside the heart of the ocean / But I’m afraid I might find em flowing on a yacht party, Miami“. All of this is beautifully performed over a singer-songwriter-esque instrumental. It allows for him to really let his singing voice shine, even though inside him things are dark and cold. Also making “Yacht Party” a special gem is that it is a promotional record for his next album, Before I Disappear Again. The supposed 23-song set is due for its release on August 16 with the rumored features being solid. Quavo, SoFaygo, Rylo Rodriguez, Hunxho, D’Yani, and Sleepy Hallow round out the list.

“Yacht Party”- NoCap

Quotable Lyrics:

One deep in traffic, I know damn well I shouldn’t be
Don’t need your love, and I never needed company
Before you hear me call, I’ll drown in my tears
‘Cause I lose all my signal when I’m deep in Nolensville
I don’t need nobody, phone on co-pilot
Hope these voices in my head go quiet, ah

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Finesse2tymes Drops Raunchy Single “Pretty Ricky”

July 13, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Finesse2tymes is going through it mentally as of late, but this “Pretty Ricky” track comes across his beacon of sunlight. It is sexually charged and loose, as he raps about finding a younger woman who claims she is “23”. However, he affirms that she is more mature for her age, and it is why she likes going for the more seasoned men out there. The Memphis, Tennessee rapper is totally down for this sort of arrangement and is willing to give her the world and have her be his queen. This track comes off the heels of several singles released by the prolific MC. Finesse2tymes began the year with the recently released B.G. of Hot Boys fame on “Gangsta Vybes (Ganagstafied)”. However, the big-time collaborations would continue right after that with the Rick Ross-assisted “Fat Boy”.

However, the big-time collaborations would continue right after that with the Rick Ross-assisted “Fat Boy”. He would restart his streak in March with a stretch of three solo singles. Those were “Thought It Was Over”, “Letter to the Devil”, and “Mixed Feelings”. Project wise, Finesse2tymes is still working with his most recent one being 90 Days Later, a March 2023 release. While nothing seems to be in the works officially, there is a good chance that a new album is on the horizon. But while fans wait to hear that news, Finesse is trying to launch a challenge in the meantime. The #PRETTYRICKYCHALLENGE is the rapper’s attempt at creating a viral dance trend, as the person with the best moves gets $1,000. Contestants have 24 hours to submit their entries and Finesse will be selecting his winner at noon on July 14.

“Pretty Ricky”- Finesse2tymes

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