Pusha-T Releases New Hard-Hitting Single “Diet Coke” Music – 2 hours ago Photo Credit: Steven Victor (Instagram) Pusha-T has dropped “Diet Coke,” the first single from his upcoming album. The song was produced by 88-Keys, who made the beat over 18 years ago. Two weeks after premiering an unreleased track at Paris Fashion Week, Pusha-T […]
In December of 2021, we lost Drakeo the Ruler. All month, We Know the Truth will pay tribute to the Ruler, the foreign whip crasher, Mr. Mosley, one of the most innovative LA rappers in the history of the genre, and most importantly, a rapper we all loved who made music that became part of […]
Chicago Blues and Soul Star, Syl Johnson, Dead at 85 Music – 47 mins ago Photo by Clayton Call for Redferns via Getty Images. Syl Johnson was an integral piece of hip-hop’s Golden Era source code. The family of Syl Johnson, a Chicago blues and soul mainstay, announced his passing over the weekend. Johnson was […]
16 years of independent rap journalism with no end in sight. Keep it that way by supporting Passion of the Weiss via a subscription to our Patreon. Chris Daly is in a good mood because he’s in the zone. While I haven’t done New Year resolutions in years, I retain some oddly Catholic need to […]
Watch House Shoes Spin Hours of Rare Unreleased J Dilla Beat Tapes Music – 4 hours ago Photo by Paul Warner for WireImage via Getty Images. A close friend and confidant of the late J Dilla is prying open the vault for an extensive exploration of the rarities he’s collected over the years. It’s February […]
How J Dilla’s Relationship with the Strip Club Chocolate City Inspired His Creative Process Music – 2 hours ago Photo Credit: Illustration by Qori Broaster for Okayplayer.com Those who knew J Dilla best understood how his love for strip clubs — especially Detroit’s now-shuttered Chocolate City — informed his love for making music. On “One,” […]
For Dilla Day 2022, we celebrate the deceptively deep catalog of daggering wordplay from J Dilla, an innovative producer who demanded to be taken seriously as a rapper. By 2001, J Dilla was arguably at the height of his power and influence as a producer. Already considered the spiritual and sonic center of The Soulquarians, […]
The 17 Best J Dilla Beats Of All Time Music – 2 hours ago J Dilla wasn’t just your favorite producer’s favorite producer, he was also your favorite rapper’s favorite producer — and these beats are a testament to that. Drums, percussion, bass, samples, synths. These are the elements of most hip-hop beats, and no […]
Watch Pusha-T & Kanye West Channel Biggie & Diddy in New Video Clip Music – 2 hours ago Photo Credit: Steven Victor (Instagram) On Monday morning, former Victor Victor Worldwide CEO Steven Victor posted a 15-second clip of an upcoming visual with Pusha-T and Kanye West. Two weeks after premiering an unreleased track at Paris […]
The Rap-Up is the only weekly round-up providing you with the best rap songs you’ve yet to hear. So support real, independent music journalism by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon. Brandon Callender wants you to remember that LeBron invented the concept of the Deluxe Album. Peezy – “Long Live Crums” Last year, […]
Mixtape Monday: J Scienide, Anwar HighSign, V Don x Bodega Bamz, Smoke DZA x Real Bad Man + More Music – 3 hours ago Photo Credit: Artist J Scienide, Anwar HighSign, V Don x Bodega Bamz, Smoke DZA x Real Bad Man and more this Mixtape Monday. J Scienide leads the pack this week with […]
How LightSkinKeisha’s Rap Confidence Landed Her a Role in The ‘Power’ Universe Music – 34 mins ago Photo Credit: Chad Lawson “For me, this song is personal because I’m popping my shit on anybody who doubted me. Anybody who’s against me. I don’t give a fuck, I’m confident,” LightSkinKeisha says on her latest single, “Pop […]
Best Songs of The Week: ft. Dr. Dre, Saba, and More Music – 28 mins ago Source: Youtube The Round-Up is Okayplayer’s weekly playlist of the best songs in the worlds of hip-hop and R&B. This week’s set features new music from Dr. Dre, Saba, Junglepussy, Cities Aviv, and more. Scroll through selections from this […]
6 Hip-Hop & R&B Albums You Should Be Listening To (Week of February 4) Music – 38 mins ago Photo Credit: Kevin Tecson Saba returns with Few Good Things and Ivy Sole shares Candid, both releases are introspective and essential listens. A few indie rappers and artists are leveling up this week and have shared […]
First Look Friday: How Producer Groove Keeps Fine-Tuning His Bounce Music – 1 hour ago Groove’s journey went from him producing for local rising artists in North Carolina — while still in high school and college — to helping craft intricate instrumentals for major artists like J. Cole and Maxo Kream. Photo Credit: Groove’s management […]
RZA & DJ Scratch Drop the Video For ‘Saturday Afternoon Kung-Fu Theater ‘ Music – 35 seconds ago Photo Credit: RZAVEVO (YouTube) Last June, RZA announced new album Saturday Afternoon Kung-Fu Theater with DJ Scratch. A visual entitled after the album has arrived. Bong bong. RZA goes into full Bobby Digital mode in a new music […]
Nicki Minaj Is an Art Thief in “Do We Have A Problem” Music Video Music – 2 hours ago Photo Credit: YouTube Benny Boom directs the short film that features Nicki Minaj seeking out a double informant in her heist crew who steals jewelry and art. Nicki Minaj is back showing off her acting chops. […]
Dr. Dre Releases His ‘GTA Online’ Tracks on Streaming Services Music – 5 seconds ago Photo Credit: Rockstar Games The six Dr. Dre tracks featured in Grand Theft Auto Online expansion The Contract are now available on streaming services. A week before he’s set to perform at Super Bowl LVI, Dr. Dre has released tracks […]
Saba Comes Into Realization On ‘A Few Good Things’ Music – 7 seconds ago Photo Credit: Qurissy Lopez Four years after his sobering 2018 album Care For Me, Saba returns to the Chicago’s West Side on A Few Good Things. Dropping singles throughout 2021 have all led up to Saba releasing his third album, A Few Good Things. On […]
Pre-Order Your Copy of The ‘Summer of Soul’ Soundtrack on Vinyl Music – 2 mins ago Source: Legacy Recordings The Summer of Soul soundtrack features 17 selections of live performances from the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival hand-picked by Questlove. Legacy Recordings has announced a firm release date for the much-anticipated Summer of Soul soundtrack. According to a […]
Even our drunken keys type a bit off-beat to Dilla time. Support what very well could be the last oasis of ad-free music journalism not hidden behind a paywall by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon. At what would be J Dilla’s last show in December 2005, DJ Deckstarr, the opening DJ wore […]
In December of 2021, we tragically lost Drakeo the Ruler. We Know the Truth pays tribute to the foreign whip crasher, Mr. Mosely, one of the most innovative LA rappers in the history of the genre, and most importantly, a rapper we all loved who made music that became part of our lives. This ain’t Grand […]
We’re here to give you the best upcoming music recommendations on the planet while saying fuck a word count, so support real, independent music journalism by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon. When Stalley moved to North Georgia some five years back, he was searching for space. The hills of the Blue Ridge […]
For the first Behind the Beat of 2022, Thomas Hobbs spoke with Drumma Boy about producing Jeezy and Kanye West’s empowering trap anthem “Put On.” The greatest rap songs don’t tend to begin in a McDonald’s parking lot. But given this setting resulted in a deadly 5 minute and 21 second coronation for hustlers who […]
Where else will you find the thoroughly researched rundown of the best up-and-coming artists from the continent of Africa on a weekly basis? At the top it’s just us. Support truly independent journalism by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon. African music never sleeps, and neither does Leonel. St. Gambian Dream – “Wonteng […]
In December of 2021, we lost Drakeo the Ruler. All month, We Know the Truth will pay tribute to the Ruler, the foreign whip crasher, Mr. Mosley, one of the most innovative LA rappers in the history of the genre, and most importantly, a rapper we all loved who made music that became part of […]
Summer Walker, Ari Lennox to Headline Broccoli City 2022 Music – 9 seconds ago Photo Credit: Bennett Raglin/Getty Images for BET Broccoli City Festival returns to RFK Festival Grounds in DC with appearances from 21 Savage, Ari Lennox, Gunna, Summer Walker and more. With 94 days left until the 10th anniversary of Broccoli City Festival, […]
POW is a website without ads. We don’t do sponcon, we don’t do clickbait, we don’t have any corporate overlords. This list that you’re about to read is a labor of love, inasmuch as anything can be a labor of love in late capitalism. Get to know Abe Beame through the internet’s best thread of […]
In December of 2021, we tragically lost Drakeo the Ruler. We Know the Truth pay tribute to the foreign whip crasher, Mr. Mosley, one of the most innovative LA rappers in the history of the genre, and most importantly, a rapper we all loved who made music that became part of our lives. Drakeo might not have […]
Anthony Hamilton & Musiq Soulchild Are Hosting A Valentine’s Day ‘Verzuz’ Music – 3 hours ago Photo Credit: Prince Williams/Wireimage Anthony Hamilton and Musiq Soulchild will face off for a special Valentine’s Day version of Verzuz. Verzuz has announced its next match up will feature two R&B legends. On February 15th, Anthony Hamilton will be […]