Snitching in rap has seemed to increase since the rise (and fall) of Tekashi 6ix9ine. Tekashi recently called out Gunna for snitching on Young Thug and YSL, but that is not the only rapper he targeted with his antics. In a recent Instagram post, Tekashi pointed out that Freebandz rapper Boston Richey testified in a […]
Everyone knows that rappers (and other artists) will often take drugs before a live performance. From the looks of it, Nelly took too many drugs before a show this week. A video of the 48-year-old looking zesty and high as he performed has caught the attention of social media. Here is some of the reaction to […]
Paris Fashion Week kicked off yesterday, with all sorts of haute couture and celebrities. Coi Leray showed up for YSL. So did her tiddies. Check out the daughter of Benzino in a see-through top. Coi Leray enjoying herself in Paris for the YSL menswear fashion show. pic.twitter.com/dME1X5ZsFI — HipHopCloud (@hiphopcloudtv) January 18, 2023 Coi […]
Rihanna is playing this year’s Super Bowl Halftime show. That’s not enough for Stephen A. Smith. The hot taker offered this hot take on Sherri. https://youtu.be/iy2P2oU27Qc “I don’t want to say I’m not excited. She’s fantastic. That’s not where I’m going with this,” Smith said of Rihanna. “Ladies and gentlemen, she’s a lot of things. […]
Kim Kardashian has claimed that when it comes to domestic surgery she’s only had “a bit of botox.” If we take Cardi B’s interactions with KK as proof that probably isn’t true. During Cardi’s chat with Jason Lee, she admitted that she used some of the plastic surgeons that Kim recommended to her. “Cause I […]
News surfaced earlier this month that Kanye West married Bianca Censori, who works for his Yeezy company as an architect. But according to Censori’s friend Kate, she may not really be an architect and suggested that Ye hired her because of her looks. “Ye slid into her DMs, found her on Instagram and said, ‘Come […]
Toofan/Instagram 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. [embedded content] [embedded content] […]
Boston-bred rapper and lyricist Cakeswagg just dropped a brand new track titled “Big Plays.” The inspiring artist undoubtedly unveils one of her most powerful joints to date, a vivid proof of her versatile and multi-faceted skills allowing her to conquer almost any flow speed she desires. One of Boston’s Hip Hop scene’s most charismatic artists, […]
Image via 03 Greedo/ Instagram 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. Donald Morrison wants to see more brave soldiers on the subway — like the guy blasting Fort […]
No newcomer to the game, Pharaoh X shares “WHOA”, and it is fire! The song comes with an equally thrilling music video, which you can check out down below! Pharaoh X demonstrates mastery over rapping along with the music itself, with a seriously charismatic presence and a deep voice that sends shivers down the spine. […]
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A Jacob & Co. double skateboard pendant chain that once belonged to Pharrell is now around Drizzy’s neck. As you can see, in this IG post from influencer/model Sara Benedikte Nilsen Drizzy has been sporting with the bling in St. Barts. This doesn’t mean that Drake is now Star Trak or that Drizzy snatched the […]
The mystery of Lil Reese has been solved. Kinda. Reese was arrested on May 19 in Texas on aggravated assault against a family member charges and had remained locked up until this week. However, his incarceration wasn’t public knowledge until late in the summer. And it seemed the only reason he was being kept in […]
Proud rat Tekashi 6ix9ine is on Gunna tail for snitching. But Gunna’s not the only one. Earlier this week, 6ix9ine brought attention to some alleged paperwork on Freebandz rapper Boston Richey — which has the 25-year old testifying in a murder trial about six years ago. Shortly after this information leaked, Boston Richey left […]
Keith Murray is back in entertainment news but it’s not for his music. He’s been trending after talking about having sexual encounters with Chicago rapper Shawnna and Karrine “Superhead” Steffans during an interview on The Art of Dialogue. The New York rapper mentioned hooking up with Foxy Brown during that chat as well, saying they […]
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Dr. Dre is the latest artist to cash out by selling the rights to his catalog. Dre will get between $200 and $250 million for what are two separate sales. The bigger sale is to Shamrock Holdings. This includes artist royalties from two of his solo albums, his share of N.W.A. artist royalties, his producer […]
Diesel Gucci/Instagram 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. African music never […]
Renowned artist Cakeswagg is on top of her game with a brand new hip-hop wonder “Big Plays”. The song spans a little over two minutes, and yet manages to grab the audience’s attention and embed itself in the listener’s mind. “Big Plays” is a beautiful creation that has Cakeswagg’s full dedication and passion on display, […]
Dominican-Haitian singer-songwriter, Luis Alfredo Silverio Esmanier, professionally known as Luigui Bleand keeps hyping his fans for the anticipated single and album, which is rumored to come out early 2023. The talented producer had last released “Besame La Boca” with Baby Blue and “Lo’ Prieto,” with Musicologo The Libro, garnering more than half a million views […]
Image via Ice Spice/ Soundcloud 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. Donald Morrison wants to see more brave soldiers on the subway — like the guy blasting Fort […]
Image via Cadence Weapon/Instagram Show your love of the game by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon so that we can keep churning out interviews with legendary producers, feature the best emerging rap talent in the game, and gift you the only worthwhile playlists left in this streaming hellscape. Since his official 2005 […]
Image via Jack McKain/Instagram Support real, independent music journalism by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon. The album artwork for YUNGMORPHEUS’s latest EP Burnished Sums came to the Miami-bred rapper as a revelation. Painted by LA artist Okey Ofomata, the image features a faceless, nearly nude man that is dragging a boulder-like object […]
Image via Michael McKinney Independent rap journalists will recommend you new music until their voices give out. Keep it that way by supporting Passion of the Weiss via a subscription to our Patreon. Michael McKinney understands the cultural importance of Kreayshawn’s “Gucci Gucci.” As 2022 draws to a close, dancefloors are starting to open back […]
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Rapper, songwriter, and skilled urban creator Kaekingkally announces the launch of his music career with the debut track “Partyin’ Was Fun.” A retro-futuristic track, “Partyin’ Was Fun” will seduce listeners with its special 90’s vibe. The song talks about the artist’s youth, a time when he used to go to house parties and couldn’t get […]
Up-and-coming Hip Hop artist 2051 Paper recently shared a new rap track called “Even.” Released via FTR Records, the single is an embodiment of pure and raw energy that perfectly reflects street culture and life in the hoods. Born and raised in East Hampton, 2051 Paper belongs to the new generation of promising talents to […]
Urban creator extraordinaire Carsn. Is back doing what he does best; create stunning tracks for global audiences’ delight. His two latest masterworks are titled “General Gentleman” and “Rip Away,” and both showcase a different facet of the fast-rising artist’s vivid creativity and unmatchable vision for the genre. Merging rap, pop, and electro-inspired textures into his […]
Juice Potter just shared a new song and music video “POTTER”, a piece that will send the crowds into a frenzy. Absolutely stunning, the song details real-life experiences and the artist’s very own feelings through sharp and witty lyrics: “If I take the youth and guide ‘em right/ I’m still going through it/ Flame a […]
Maintaining momentum throughout the year, Dean The Dream returns for a moving contribution to rock music with the album Hitchin’ It To Heaven. Brendan Alpiner, the founder of the musical project Dean The Dream is the Detroit-born artist behind this multi-layered LP home to seven songs. Dean the Dream is most certainly not your typical […]