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 […]
Atlanta, GA-based American singer and recording artist Hollywood Alicee releases a magnificent track titled “Wat Is U Sayin.” The sensuality and erotic vibes she pours in her new song is simply infectious, and beautifully introduces her to the masses. Blending pop, R&B and urban vibes into one hit single is what Hollywood Alicee has managed […]
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 […]
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 doesn’t believe in imposter syndrome. Instead, what you’re feeling is a healthy skepticism in your abilities and accomplishments thus far. […]
LA-based Hip-Hop recording artist Jay La Osay just released his latest joint titled “Real Spill.” Pushing boundaries in all senses of the term while remaining rooted in the best of American Hip-Hop has to offer, Jay performs a real tour de force with “Real Spill.” La Osay talks about money, love and lust over a […]
Best Songs of The Week: ft. Saba, Denzel Curry, and More Music – 38 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 Denzel Curry, Saba, Na-Kel Smith, Your Old Droog, and more. Scroll through selections […]
11 New Hip-Hop & R&B Albums You Should Be Listening To (Week of January 28) Music – 2 hours ago Photo Credit: Shaun Llewellyn This week we’re really into Nija’s newest project, Amber Mark’s highly anticipated debut album, and more. Artists are back in their bag this week, they’re rolling out expressive and noteworthy releases […]
Col3trane & Lucky Daye Link Up For New Single “Bag” Music – 4 hours ago Photo Credit: Courtesy of Artist Since Col3trane’s sound skitters in the R&B genre, with “Bag” he’s revealing a taste of his debut album, Lush Life set to arrive later this year. Col3trane and Lucky Daye have snuck up and revealed […]
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 […]
Muni Long Was a Pop Songwriter – Then She Bet on Herself as a Solo R&B Act Music – 5 hours ago Photo Credit: Tony Bowen/@tonybeephoto “We’ve seen viral moments where the song is huge for a couple of weeks and then it disappears, this is different in that, people are feeling like it’s a […]
Watch Benny the Butcher & J. Cole Link Up in the “Johnny P’s Caddy” Video Music – 8 hours ago Photo Credit: Benny the Butcher Benny the Butcher and J. Cole team up in new video for “Johnny P’s Caddy” from the Buffalo rapper’s upcoming third album Tana Talk 4. Benny the Butcher is back […]
Photo by Chris Porras 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. Affable With Pointed Teeth by YUNGMORPHEUS & EyedressAffable With Pointed Teeth by YUNGMORPHEUS & Eyedress In 2012, […]
Yebba Surprise Drops ‘Live at Electric Lady’ EP Ft. Questlove Music – 1 day ago Photo Credit: Spotify The new EP features tracks from Yebba’s acclaimed release Dawn. After releasing her stunning debut album Dawn, Yebba returns to release Live at Electric Lady, an EP. The five-song project features a compilation of tracks from Dawn, […]
Kanye West Announces ‘DONDA 2’, Executive produced by Future Music – 1 day ago Photo Credit: Kanye West’s Instagram Kanye West has officially posted the album release date to DONDA 2 on his Instagram, announcing that Future will serve as executive producer. The inaugural DONDA album may have had delays, but Kanye West(or Ye) has a date set […]