JAY-Z & Nas Collaboration Previewed By DJ Khaled

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We were expecting a pretty star-studded lineup for DJ Khaled’s upcoming studio album Khaled Khaled but even still, hip-hop fans are marveling at just how unreal his tracklist seems. The well-connected DJ has 21 Savage and Justin Bieber on the same song, another collaboration with Megan Thee Stallion, Post Malone, Lil Baby, and DaBaby under one roof, and more unexpected collaborations. However, the most eye-catching track on the album has to be the ninth one on the tracklist.

“Sorry Not Sorry” is a song that’s been years in the making, hosting two of rap’s most beloved emcees and watching them duel over the same beat. With vocal guidance from James Fauntleroy and harmonies by The Hive, JAY-Z and Nas are set to release their latest collaborative effort on Friday. 

The track was previewed shortly after DJ Khaled posted the tracklist, giving us a small taste of what the Hype Williams-directed music video will look like. Hov and Nas sit at the same casino table, smoking cigars and living their billion-dollar dreams, marking a tremendous moment for fans that have documented their feud for the last few decades. 

“GOD BLESSED MY ALBUM. MY FAMILY BLESSED MY ALBUM. JAY-Z BLESS MY ALBUM. NAS BLESSED MY ALBUM. THE HIVE BLESSED MY ALBUM. #KHALEDKHALED THIS FRIDAY APRIL 30TH,” wrote the DJ on Instagram. “WE MAKING HISTORY! THEY SAID IT WAS IMPOSSIBLE SO GOD MADE POSSIBLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!”


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For years, people theorized about Nas and JAY-Z’s continued beef, joking that they always tend to release new music on the exact same dates to steal each other’s shine. This time, they’re dropping on the same day, but they’ll be on the same song. How nice is that?

Listen to a preview of the song below and stay tuned for the full release of “Sorry Not Sorry” with Khaled Khaled on Friday.

Moneybagg Yo & Big 30 Rev Up Their Engines In “GO!” Music Video

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Moneybagg Yo is well on his way to earning his first #1 album on the Billboard 200. The Memphis artist emerged on Friday with the release of A Gangsta’s Pain which fans have been thoroughly enjoying. There’s a bit of everything for everyone from the soothing collaboration with Jhene Aiko on “One Of Dem Nights” to the TikTok-poised anthem, “Shottas.”

Leading the project was a thrilling banger alongside his artist Big30 titled, “GO!” The two rappers teamed up for the official music video which they released today. The video kicks off with the two rappers at a lavish mansion surrounding by women chopping it up about whose car is faster before putting the dialogue in motion and skrting through the streets. 

Check the music video out below and check out the rest of A Gangsta’s Pain here. 

Kendrick Lamar’s TDE Teases Huge New Music

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Hip-hop superstar Kendrick Lamar is causing waves of anticipation with another rumored comeback. The Compton rapper’s music label, Top Dawg Entertainment, made an announcement through social media that fans have new music to look forward to in the coming days. Kendrick Lamar’s TDE Teases New Music TDE did not specify which artist under the label […]

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Alchemist & Earl Sweatshirt Connect For “Loose Change”

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It’s no secret that Alchemist and Earl Sweatshirt have mutual respect for one another’s artistry. In fact, Alchemist recently praised Earl’s unique nature, revealing that the young emcee has become somewhat of an A&R for him. So much so that he actively sought the Earl stamp of approval for his upcoming EP This Thing Of Ours, on which Sweatshirt appears in abundance. Today, the pair have reunited on the new single “Loose Change,” which picks up where last week’s “Nobles” left off. 

Taking to Alc’s sample-driven production, Earl wastes little time in weaving a few cryptic pictures for the masses to unpack. “You be with the boys and I’ma be with the dawgs,” he spits. “Blood on the Travies, it serve as a challenge coin / I’m the voice, I had to speak for the org, passed the preacher / Smashed up weed on the organ, master teachings.” While the crux of Earl’s message isn’t always entirely clear, damned if he doesn’t sound like a natural over Alchemist beats. Behold the pair of kindred spirits at work right here, and look for This Thing Of Ours to land in full on Friday, April 30th.

QUOTABLE LYRICS

You be with the boys and I’ma be with the dawgs
Blood on the Travies, it serve as a challenge coin
I’m the voice, I had to speak for the org, passed the preacher
Smashed up weed on the organ, master teachings

Shock G Funeral Plans Announced

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Friends and family will be gathering in Tampa to celebrate the life of Shock G who passed away at the age of 57 last week. The manager of the Digital Underground founder, Atrong Gregory shared details surrounding Shock G’s funeral with TMZ. The funeral will take place this Saturday with members of Digital Underground confirmed to be in attendance including Money B and DJ Fuze.


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Money B’s manager revealed that his artist has been working alongside Shock’s family for the funeral arrangement, adding that this will not be a reunion of Digital Underground members. However, members of DU are in touch regularly and have seen each other in recent times.

Mopreme Shakur, Tupac’s step-brother, will also be in attendance, Amaru Shakur Foundation confirms. Ray Luv, who was also close to both ‘Pac and Shock, will also be at the funeral.

There’s been little detail surrounding Shock G’s cause of death. Chopmaster J announced news of Shock G’s passing on Friday with an emotional tribute. “34 years ago almost to the day we had a wild idea we can be a hip hop band and take on the world through it all the dream became a reality and the reality became a nightmare for some,” Chopmaster J wrote on IG. “And now he’s awaken from the fame long live shock G Aka Humpty Hump and Rest In Peace my Brotha Greg Jacobs!!! #digitalunderground.”

We’ll keep you updated on more information regarding Shock G’s funeral service. 

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DJ Khaled Reveals Unbelievable “Khaled Khaled” Tracklist

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DJ Khaled has been hyping up his upcoming studio album, self-titled Khaled Khaled, for over a full year. On Tuesday though, he finally told fans that the project was 100% complete, announcing that it would be out at the end of the week. Teasing his followers all day by revealing the time he would be sharing his tracklist, the well-respected tastemaker got anticipation up to a new level before dropping a major bomb on us all. His storied history in putting together some of the most unexpected collaborations continues on Khaled Khaled with some of the most groundbreaking team-ups in a while.

The thirteen-song album comes out this week with executive production from his sons Asahd and Aalam Tuck Khaled, himself, and Allah, according to the liner credits. The project starts with a collaboration from Lil Wayne and Jeremih before leading us into some new music from Lil Baby and Lil Durk, who will soon release their own joint album. Then, we get a song from Migos and H.E.R. before our first huge production, which features Post Malone, Megan Thee Stallion, Lil Baby, and DaBaby. Justin Bieber and 21 Savage have the fifth song on the tracklist before Bryson Tiller, Lil Baby, and Roddy Ricch’s collab. Of course, the two previously-released Drake records are on there as well.

Perhaps most surprisingly, DJ Khaled managed to get long-time competitors JAY-Z and Nas on the same song, which appears ninth on the album. 

Take a look at the full tracklist below and let us know what you’re most excited to hear this Friday. 

Lil Wayne + Birdman Reunite W/ Roddy Ricch

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Cash Money Records’ Lil Wayne and Birdman are teaming up with West Coast rapper Roddy Ricch for something major. This week, a clip has started circulating of what seems to be a behind-the-scenes moment from a music video set. Lil Wayne + Birdman + Roddy Ricch In the clip, you can see the three rap […]

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Tiffany Haddish Stars In Ty Dolla $ign’s “By Yourself” Music Video

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Last fall, Ty Dolla $ign released his stacked third studio album Featuring Ty Dolla $ign, and it arrived chock-full of high profile collaborations. The 25-track effort boasted features from Kanye West, Roddy Ricch, Big Sean, Anderson .paak, Kid Cudi, Post Malone, Musiq Soulchild, Kehlani, and several other mainstream music acts. One track that particularly stood out, however, was “By Yourself,” a summery, soul-sampling track featuring Jhené Aiko and Ty’s frequent collaborator Mustard.

Now, the song has a music video that’s just as bright as its production, as Ty Dolla $ign has just shared the official visuals for the revamped version of “By Yourself” that also features a guest verse from Bryson Tiller.

The vibrant music video for “By Yourself” boasts clear, bright blue skies and an all-around vibe that leads one to believe that the Featuring Ty Dolla $ign standout cut really has what it takes to be a huge record this summer. Bryson Tiller and Jhené Aiko both make appearances in the video to perform their contributions to the track, but one of the surprising faces that makes a cameo in the video is Tiffany Haddish. The Grammy award-winning comedian and actress pops up at the start of the video, and she even busts a few moves side-by-side with Ty Dolla $ign.

Scroll back up to the top and let us know if you’re feeling Ty Dolla $ign’s new music video for “By Yourself.”

Chiiild Deals With Unexpected Misunderstandings On The Smooth Single ‘Gone’

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Chiiild, the performing name of Montreal-based singer Yonatan Ayal, has been one of the most promising Canadian exports of the past few years, especially following the release of the eclectic 2020 EP Synthetic Soul. There’s a new album, Hope For Sale, on the way at some point this year, and it has so far been previewed with “Sleepwalking” and “Awake,” the latter of which features Mahalia.

Now Chiiild is back with a new single, “Gone,” an understated but impactful new single that is also accompanied by a black-and-white video. Chiiild says of the track, “It’s hard enough to find the words. ‘Gone’ is a song about the simple misunderstandings that come up when you least see them coming.”

He also recently told Uproxx of Hope For Sale, “The intention I think was — to break it down — lyrically, to be more conversational, to reflect the times [more]. A lot of the artists that I love and I grew up on are just like mirrors of society… it’s beautiful because you see what’s happening, what’s trending in life, not so much just music, and you’re like, ‘Hey this is what I need to reflect, this is my reaction to that trend.’”

Watch the “Gone” video above.

Lil Mosey Pleads Not Guilty To The Rape Charges Against Him

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Lil Mosey has pled “not guilty” to the rape charges against him after turning himself in upon learning that a warrant had been issued due to a missed court date in January, according to local Centralia, Washington paper, The Chronicle. Mosey’s lawyer explained his absence from the initial court date, telling the court that the summons was sent to an address that Lil Mosey vacated five years ago, leaving him with no knowledge of the court date until after it had passed.

Mosey appeared for his arraignment, however, with his lawyers and his parents to enter the not guilty plea, and was released on $50,000 unsecured bail. The conditions of the bail include travel restrictions, which his lawyers requested lifted to accommodate his international tour dates, including Canada and Portugal for Rolling Loud. The lawyers also waived Mosey’s right to a speedy trial, requesting a date in January 2022 to give them time to locate witnesses they believe can clear his name.

The judge seemed amenable to lifting the travel restrictions, saying, “It’s not like he can go off and hide somewhere because that would make this so much worse.” However, the trial date was rejected, with Judge James W. Lawler reasoning that in the two days since accepting the case, the attorneys were unlikely to have discovered new witnesses and wouldn’t have needed so much additional time to track them down.

A woman accused Mosey and another teen, Francisco Prater, of having sex with her and another woman when they were inebriated and incapable of consenting during or after a party. After consuming alcohol, women say they passed out and woke up to the men assaulting them. Mosey was, at the time, just 17, but turned 18 earlier this year. Prater was 18, and has yet to turn himself in. The victim was legally an adult. Although police began investigating the same day, charges weren’t filed until 15 months later, earlier this month. Mosey’s trial is tentatively set for July 19.