Please support the longest running hip-hop writers collective by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon. Son Raw‘s got more flips than lucha libre. As with a great many things in hip-hop, the end was heralded by Vibe Magazine. The Roots’ ?uestlove had spent the late 90s working out of Electric Lady Studios in […]
The track is a part of an EP titled PLEASURES, which Sobhhï will drop on November 18. There’s a moodiness and mystique to Sobhhï that’s reminiscent of Trilogy-era The Weeknd, and his latest release, “Sedatives,” is a testament to that. A part of an EP he’ll be releasing November 18 titled PLEASURES, “Sedatives” rides with slow, downtempo beat […]
Editorial – While the head-to-head Verzuz battles orchestrated by Timbaland and Swizz Beatz to date have been incredible shows of mutual respect, the November 19 season two premiere promises to be one of the platform’s more unpredictable matchups — and not because of respective catalogs. To say the relationship between Atlanta trap architects Gucci Mane and […]
It looks like Kanye West not only got the song he wanted with his favorite rapper, he got the video too. Photos surfaced of Ye and Lil Baby on set in Manhattan with famed director Hype Williams on Wednesday (November 18), with a call sheet that said the shoot is for a collab named “Hurricanes.” […]
Despite their long history of beef, Gucci Mane is fully committed to his upcoming Verzuz battle with Jeezy – but he’s still liable to back out if his opponent doesn’t come with the right ‘fit. Clowning the CTE rapper in a promotional post on Wednesday (November 18), Gucci galloped down a perfectly-manicured grassy hill to […]
Cardi B is Billboard’s ‘Woman of the Year’ and she wants her haters to eat it up! The “WAP” rapper took to Instagram on Wednesday (November 18) to relish in the moment, reminding everyone why even with only one song out in 2020, she was able to secure the top spot. “Good morning y’all, it’s […]
50 Cent has finally responded to Jeezy’s “Therapy For The Soul” diss, several hours after the song arrived on digital streaming platforms. On Wednesday (November 18), the rapper-turned-television mogul shared an Instagram post featuring a photo of Issac Hayes and “Therapy For The Soul” written across the front. In the caption, Fiddy implied The Snowman […]
The Breakfast Club became a topic of social media banter on Tuesday (November 17), when they put Megan Thee Stallion’s team on blast for limiting what could be discussed when she came on their show but allowing her to speak freely about controversial happenings with predominantly “white publications.” Angela Yee, DJ Envy and Charlamagne Tha […]
Fivio Foreign believes rappers are targeted more than any other profession. In a tweet Tuesday (November 17), the Brooklyn drill artist echoed a sentiment Jim Jones similarly expressed earlier this year that was met with controversy from an Iraq war vet at the time. “Rapper are da most targeted people on planet earth,” Fivio wrote. […]
Hit-Boy is on a complete tangent in 2020. As he nears the end of a year that saw him produce for the likes of Nas, Lil Wayne, Freddie Gibbs and more, the platinum-selling producer slips into artist mode to deliver bars on a new single with Big Sean and Fivio Foreign. Titled “Salute,” Hit-Boy and […]
Lil Pump is looking to capitalize on the momentum he garnered from the viral moment when Donald Trump mistakenly referred to him as “Lil Pimp” before bringing him onstage at a Michigan rally. Pump returned on Wednesday (November 18) flexing his MAGA hat with the Ronny J-produced single “LIL Pimp Big MAGA Steppin.” Between the […]
ATLANTA, GA. – Following the potential fireworks of Thursday night’s (November 19) highly-anticipated Verzuz bout between former adversaries Gucci Mane and Jeezy, the Atlanta trap pioneers will be co-hosting an after party together at the Compound nightclub in Atlanta. Flyers began to surface for the official after-party before Compound confirmed Jeezy and Gucci would indeed […]
Megan Thee Stallion is expected to unleash her Roc Nation debut Good News on Friday (November 20). Ahead of its release, the Rap Caviar podcast revisited a 2019 episode where the 300 Entertainment artist talks about collaborating with A Tribe Called Quest MC/producer Q-Tip on a future project. “Q-Tip is an album thing,” she said at the […]
Los Angeles, CA – Dr. Dre and his soon-to-be former spouse Nicole Young are in the middle of a contentious divorce after 24 years of marriage. Young filed paperwork in June citing irreconcilable differences and the ongoing proceedings have been a dramatic mess ever since. Now, Young is accusing the Hip Hop mogul of using […]
Tierra Whack delivered her highly innovative and critically acclaimed project Whack World in 2018. Released on Instagram, the album was comprised of short, one-minute songs that could fit into the space allotted for a singular Instagram video. On Wednesday (November 18), the 25-year-old Philadephian returned to the fold with two new singles: “feel good” and […]
Tory Lanez has reportedly pleaded not guilty in the Megan Thee Stallion shooting incident. According to New York Daily News, the Canadian rapper — real name Daystar Peterson — entered his plea on Wednesday (November 18) with the help of his attorney Shawn Holley. Lanez was charged last month with one felony count each of assault […]
Rick Ross and 2 Chainz went head-to-head in a Verzuz battle in August, but it sounds like Rozay wants to go another round — this time, with T.I. Last week, Gucci Mane announced he would, in fact, face his longtime foe Jeezy in an upcoming battle, replacing Tip who was originally scheduled to take on The […]
Bizzy Bone is mourning the loss of his longtime manager Nena Jackson. The Bone Thugs-n-Harmony legend took his grief to Instagram on Wednesday (November 18) and admitted he was struggling with Jackson’s recent death. “No one knows but i have suffered a serious loss in my life,” he wrote alongside a video of himself with […]
Kid Cudi is broadening his scope with the launch of his own production and music management company called Mad Solar — named after his 2013 Indicud song of the same name. According to Deadline, Cudi has teamed up with his manager Dennis Cummings and Karina Manashil to found the company, which is being backed by […]
The Game’s longtime manager Wack 100 got the internet buzzing when he suggested getting his client and Game’s former foe 50 Cent into the virtual Verzuz arena. While the idea seemed particularly far-fetched considering their tumultuous past, the Get Rich or Die Tryin’ legend isn’t actually opposed to the idea — but he does have one […]
Jeezy and Gucci Mane are just over 24 hours away from participating in one of Verzuz’s most anticipated battles. But before they step in the virtual arena, The Snowman evidently had a few things he wanted to say. On Tuesday (November 17), the veteran rapper unleashed a new single called “Therapy In My Soul,” which […]
Jeezy is adding some fuel to the fire ahead of his anticipated Verzuz battle with longtime rival Gucci Mane. The Snowman decided to take shots at both Freddie Gibbs and 50 Cent on his new single “Therapy for My Soul,” which was released at midnight EST on Wednesday (November 18). Using the J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League-produced song […]
If you have ever been betrayed by your closest friends, Andy Keels, the UK-native but currently residing in NYC singer-songwriter released the perfect anthem you can relate to with the thoughtful title “Dead To Me.”With the structure of a pure indie-pop-rock tune “Dead To Me” is a classic one, while the perfect production delivers the […]
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We spoke to Loud Records founder and CEO Steve Rifkind about his fondest memories of the label’s heyday, as well as the artists and records that defined it’s dominant run. In a year filled with landmark anniversaries, Loud Records has creeped back into the public consciousness. The label, founded by Steve Rifkind in 1991, enjoyed […]
UPDATE: TMZ has confirmed Jeremih is battling COVID-19 in an ICU, currently on a ventilator after his condition recently worsened. Chance The Rapper, 50 Cent, Big Sean, Ebro, and more, gathered prayers for the Chicago singer on Saturday. Jeremih is reportedly improving in the midst of a battle with complications from the COVID-19 virus. “He is responsive […]
Big tings this Mixtape Monday from Andrew Ashong x Kaidi Tatham, Seba Kaapstad, Ruru.432, Sango, Dougie Stu and more. Andrew Ashong and Kaidi Tatham deliver Sankofa Season, Seba Kaapstad returns with Konke, newcomer Ruru.432 drops Moon Loops, and Sango is back in the mix with SHANGO. Dougie Stu shares a Familiar Future, LAL warns […]
Bay Area-born, Los Angeles-based rapper Symba is gearing up for the release of his new mixtape, Don’t Run From R.A.P. The Atlantic Records signee will drop the project on December 4, following a recent run that’s put him on the radar of Snoop Dogg, LeBron James and more. In a statement, Symba broke down the […]
Exclusive – When you’re the son of one of the world’s most iconic music and entertainment figures, it may be hard to carve your own path. People are quick to say you got it easy or you have big shoes to fill. It doesn’t help if you’re the spirit and image of your parent either […]
Asian Doll wants to get a tattoo dedicated to King Von on her face, but her fans aren’t too into the idea. In a tweet fired off on Monday night (November 16), the 23-year-old rapper announced her plans for new ink to pay homage to her late boyfriend. “Iight let me go get Von tatted […]