Tory Lanez and Tekashi 6ix9ine have accused digital streaming providers (DSPs) of “blackballing” them with the release of their respective projects amid personal controversy, but Russ doesn’t see it that way. View this post on Instagram Damn they tryna get daystar Peterson outta here. Y’all consider these sales a Big W or Big L? A […]
In celebration of his 19th birthday, Bankrol Hayden drops off the visual to his collab with Lil Baby, “Drop A Tear.” Premiered Wednesday (September 30), the Blank Square Production-directed video finds the pair at a funeral as they reflect on their losses. In a statement to Complex, Hayden explained the inspiration behind the song. View […]
Payroll Giovanni has dropped a new album titled Spirit Of A Boss with the help of EMPIRE. The entire LP was recorded during the COVID-19 pandemic and arrives a few months after the Detroit native’s Ghetto Rich Niggaz project with Peezy. “The name Spirit Of A Boss came about from a painting I received from a […]
YG has unveiled the tracklist for his My Life 4Hunnid album, which is scheduled to drop on Friday (October 2). The Def Jam Recordings artist’s fifth studio LP will feature guest appearances by Lil Wayne, Chris Brown, Gunna, Tyga and Ty Dolla $ign, among others. Additional contributors include Lil Tjay, Calboy, Lil Mosey, Tay2x and […]
JAY-Z’s partnership with the NFL has led to the Super Bowl’s halftime show getting its first Black executive producer. Hov, Roc Nation and the league have announced the hiring of Jesse Collins as the EP of the 2021 Super Bowl halftime show, which is scheduled to take place on Feburary 7. “Jesse Collins is innovative, […]
Tory Lanez isn’t letting his foot off the gas when it comes to claiming his innocence in the Megan Thee Stallion shooting incident. On Wednesday (September 30), the embattled Canadian rapper dropped a new video for “Most High,” one of 17 tracks on his SoundCloud-only release DAYSTAR. Before the opening credits are even finished, Lanez […]
The 2020 NBA Finals are scheduled to begin on Wednesday night (September 30), inspiring Dr. Dre and Rick Ross to proudly rep their home teams. The two clashed over the matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat as Rozay claimed his squad would win the series in just five games. “I’m out here […]
Nicki Minaj’s hopelessly devoted fanbase, The Barbz, viciously attacked A$AP Ferg online in mid-August after their collaborative single “Move Ya Hips” failed to hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Nicki’s fans accused the A$AP Mob rapper of not properly submitting sales to Billboard, resulting in a No. 19 debut. But in a recent […]
T.I. is rarely at a loss for words, but an interview with children had him struggling to answer their questions. The Grand Hustle Records boss appeared on All Def Digital’s Arts & Raps series and got grilled by two kids named Dilan and Zaria. The video starts off with a bang when Zaria talks to […]
The Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez saga continues — and two of her apparent best friends are caught in the middle. On Tuesday (September 29), Megan’s friend Jaeliey made some wild accusations regarding the night of July 12 when Megan who shot after a night out with Keeping Up With The Kardashians star Kylie […]
Tory Lanez finally broke his silence on the Megan Thee Stallion shooting incident on September 25 when he dropped an entire album dedicated to clearing his name. Since then, the previously elusive rapper has been more vocal about his side of the story and popping up on social media more frequently. On Tuesday (September 29), […]
Travis Scott may have found success with his recent McDonald’s collaboration, but he’s now facing some potential legal drama. According to Page Six, Scott and his Cactus Jack label are being sued in federal court by video game controller company KontrolFreek for ripping off a controller design. The company claims when the Astroworld star performed a series […]
Interview – Paul Wall is perhaps the most polite rapper anyone will ever come across. His Southern upbringing taught him to use “ma’am” and “sir” when addressing people and he’s quick to offer a thank you whenever a compliment is lobbed his way. But it does take a certain type of professionalism to make it […]
Royce Da 5’9 consistently delivers well polished bars. From his work on 2018’s Book of Ryan to his most recent album The Allegory, Nickle Nine’s catalog is a shining example of what many MCs aspire to be. But evidently not everybody recognizes his lyrical genius — and certainly not the BET Hip Hop Awards. On Tuesday (September 29), […]
Machine Gun Kelly‘s alternative-rock pivot is paying off. Just days after releasing his Tickets To My Downfall album, MGK returns on Wednesday (September 30) with five new tracks and an acoustic version to his “Bloody Valentine” single as part of the LP’s deluxe edition. More than a decade into his career, the Cleveland native is […]
Joey Bada$$ gave fans an appetizer with his three-song bundle The Light Pack over the summer, but it looks like his long-awaited album is just around the corner. On Tuesday (September 29), the Brooklyn rapper provided an update on his upcoming project via Twitter. “My album fire,” he wrote. “85% done w. See y’all soon. […]
Hip Hop watched Tuesday night’s (September 29) presidential debate with the world and wasn’t too happy with what they saw from Donald Trump. Frank Ocean chimed in afterward urging people to make sure they’re registered and to get out and vote come Election Day (November 3). “It all feels fake. The problem’s that it’s not,” […]
Drake is feeling appreciative of his friendship with DJ Khaled, to the point of blessing him with a diamond-encrusted pendant. Khaled posted a video to Instagram on Tuesday (September 29) showing off a custom chain that Drizzy had sent him. The piece is a nod to their respective OVO and We The Best labels, featuring […]
Benny The Butcher and Hit-Boy‘s collaborative album Burden of Proof just got a little more exciting thanks to confirmation of a Lil Wayne appearance. On Tuesday (September 29), the Griselda rapper took to Instagram to preview a new song that features Weezy. Benny’s caption also addressed the fact the song had already leaked, which is […]
Wealth is paying a grand every time you want to get your hair cut, and that’s exactly the kind of lifestyle King Combs is living. Diddy’s youngest son gave celebrity barber Marcus Phillip Hatch a shout out on the ‘Gram after his lineup on Tuesday (September 29), revealing the insane cost he comes out of […]
Justin Timberlake is cooking up some new music with his longtime producer Timbaland. The multi-platinum selling singer shared a Twitter video of him and Timbo listening to a beat in the studio on Monday (September 28). “Back together again @Timbaland,” he wrote. Back together again ?? @Timbaland pic.twitter.com/NtKQIWUf5g — Justin Timberlake (@jtimberlake) September 28, 2020 […]
A$AP Rocky and Tyler, the Creator are the stars of the newest Gucci Tailoring campaign that’s as quirky and colorful as they are. The ad spot premiered on Tuesday (September 29), featuring both rappers attending a dinner party at iconic musician Iggy Pop’s California home. The trio dance and goof around for the 90-second clip […]
Four and a half years after its Valentine’s Day 2016 release, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie‘s debut mixtape Artist has been certified platinum by the Recording Industry of America. Reacting to the news in a post on Monday (September 28), A Boogie reflected on the achievement and thanked his fans for helping him get there. […]
We do this for the culture. Please support Passion of the Weiss by subscribing to our Patreon. Abe Beame reinforces the frails with lyrics that’s real. I have admiration for the actual great remaining critics who can listen to new music and really HEAR it. To listen to something for the first time and accurately […]
JaRon Marshall, Elzhi, Ill Conscious x Aloeight, Ricky Felix, Joey Golden and more bring the noise this Mixtape Monday. JaRon Marshall opens the lineup with The Black Power Tape, Elzhi returns with Seven Times Down Eight Times Up, Ill Conscious teams with Aloeight for The Epic of Gilgamesh, Ricky Felix debuts with High End Theory, […]
The second installment of 2020’s three-part Record Store Day celebration is upon us. Comb through another batch of picks for your crate explorations. Like seemingly anything the year has wrought, Record Store Day is hitting a little different in 2020. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, this most unfortunate year’s chase is spread across three separate days at the […]
Watch Travis Scott, Young Thug, and M.I.A run around the Michael Jordan mansion. Travis Scott is in full rollout mode. The Houston rapper has just released the video for “FRANCHISE,” his latest single. The song features appearances from frequent collaborator Young Thug and M.I.A. The presence of M.I.A. — who can go M.I.A. when it […]
After much prodding and teasing in efforts to get a higher Billboard placement, the Internet Money machine has just fired off the remix to its Summer 2020 hit “Lemonade.” The new version swaps out the Auto-Tuned crooning of NAV and Gunna in favor of Roddy Ricch’s Compton-bred, codeine-dripped vocals. Don Toliver, who blazes the original […]
After much prodding and teasing in efforts to get a higher Billboard placement, the Internet Money machine has just fired off the remix to its Summer 2020 hit “Lemonade.” The new version swaps out the Auto-Tuned crooning of NAV and Gunna in favor of Roddy Ricch’s Compton-bred, codeine-dripped vocals. Don Toliver, who blazes the original […]
Top Dawg Entertainment’s REASON has announced a release date for his upcoming album New Beginnings. After taking a swipe at Logic on his single “The Soul Pt. 2,” the West Coast rapper revealed his next project will drop on October 9. “I had to get rid of every fear, anxiety, doubt, and negative mindset to […]