R. Kelly pleaded not guilty Thursday to his new Brooklyn federal-court indictment, which includes allegations that he knowingly exposed two people to herpes during sex. Kelly’s arraignment took place telephone conference, as coronavirus concerns have prompted many court proceedings across the U.S. to be held remotely. Kelly called into the proceeding from the Chicago federal […]
Her new album good to know isn’t the JoJo you listened to in middle school, never mind your mother’s JoJo. Her first full album of new material since leaving Atlantic Records in 2017 and releasing rerecordings of her first two releases in 2018 is polished pop-R&B in every sense. Yes, there are syrupy smooth vocal […]
At this point, just about every concert has been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic — and if it’s not, you really shouldn’t be going anyway. As artists scramble to figure out what to do next, many have started livestreaming concerts on social media from their homes, empty venues, or wherever they can while they […]
Toronto, Canada – Drake announced he was dropping a new mixtape called Dark Lane Demo Tapes on Thursday (April 30). As promised, he delivered the 14-track project to his thirsty fans on Friday (May 1) at midnight EST. Along with the initial announcement, he shared the front and back cover art Instagram. Upon investigation, it’s […]
Quavo is firing back at Skippa Da Flippa after he accused the Migos rapper of not living up to his “Huncho” nickname. On Thursday (April 30), Quavo gave Skippa a taste of his own medicine with a definition of the word “broke.” To drive home his point, he took a page from YG’s 2018 cut […]
King of corny lyrics, Drake, dropped a whole mixtape full of them Friday, securing his claim on the throne. Drake started out this quarantine with a son reveal and an Architectural Digest mansion tour. Now, he further requests your attention with Dark Lane Demo Tapes, a mixtape featuring recent releases “Toosie Slide,” “Desires,” and “Chicago […]
In this, a time when we should be celebrating four queens — Beyoncé, Megan Thee Stallion, Nicki Minaj, and Doja Cat — dropping music one after another, clues are pointing toward an unprecedented Beyoncé–Nicki Minaj feud. At the end of her remix of Doja Cat’s “Say So,” Minaj ethers someone so savagely, it’s like she thought […]
The coronavirus works hard, but Scooter Braun works harder. SB Projects, the company run by Taylor Swift’s mortal enemy, will bring together two of its biggest clients, Justin Bieber and Janet Jackson — er, Ariana Grande — to kick off its series of COVID-19 benefit singles. They may not be able to hug right now, […]
While fans were clamoring for an Instagram Live battle between Lauryn Hill and Erykah Badu, Swizz Beatz and Timbaland were apparently plotting another matchup. On Friday (May 1), Swizz announced a Verzuz battle between Ms. Jill Scott and Ms. Badu is scheduled for Saturday (May 9) at 7 p.m. EST. “It’s time for the Queens […]
Shoreline Mafia member Rob Vicious has released a new solo album titled Breakthrough. To coincide with the LP’s arrival, the West Coast rapper premieres the video for his single “L3V3L” produced by Three 6 Mafia architect DJ Paul. “So it took me a year to come up with something to that beat,” Rob tells RealStreetRadio. […]
Some of us might be using our time in isolation to catch up on new music, but not Stevie Nicks. The Fleetwood Mac singer is still steadily spinning Harry Styles’s newish album Fine Line —released last December, which might as well have been five years ago. When a Rolling Stone interview about her quarantine got […]
Brandy, momma to Sy’rai, and Chance the Rapper, wife guy to Kirsten Corley, dropped a Mother’s Day anthem just in time to remind you that it’s Mother’s Day on May 10. That’s enough time to mentally prepare for a phone call, send a thoughtful gift over, or dedicate Brandy’s new song “Baby Mama” to the […]
On the recently released Pray for Paris, Westside Gunn shines on the mic with dizzying wordplay and razor-sharp verses that leave you screwing your face whenever a filthy bar is heard. The Griselda captain is on his third studio album and 20th project overall, yet he feels like his skills are getting even better despite […]
Skippa Da Flippa has an apparent issue with Quavo and he’s not backing down. In a series of posts on Instagram on Thursday (April 30), the former Quality Control signee called Qua out over his “huncho” nickname. For Skippa, he’s not seeing how it fits. “Ever since P put @quavohuncho as officer in charge, he […]
Beastie Boys’ trajectory wasn’t planned by any means — of course, not much in life really is. But their story is particularly unsystematic and more serendipitous than anything. During a recent roundtable with RealStreetRadio, Ad-Rock, Mike D and director Spike Jonze spoke about the Beastie Boys Story documentary, which was released globally Apple TV + on […]
The entertainment industry is on pause as the world battles the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Globally, there are over 2.8 million confirmed cases of coronavirus, identified as COVID-19. In the United States, that number has risen to over 945,000 in about three months. In an effort to prevent spreading the virus, many concerts, festivals, film and […]
Ace Hood pushed backed the release date of his Mr. Hood album amid the COVID-19 pandemic, but the Florida-bred rapper isn’t making his fans wait for new music. After rescheduling his LP for May 29, the former We The Best Music Group artist has dropped a three-track EP called Self Preservation. “I’ve decided that in […]
New York City, NY – Anyone familiar with Brooklyn Hip Hop luminary Skyzoo can attest to his love of jazz music — it’s all over his Instagram (and has been since he began his #SundayMorningJazz posts in 2012). While the genre is a thread that runs throughout his discography both production-wise and within the bars, […]
Dayton, Ohio MC/producer Issa Ali has recruited Canada’s Hip Hop ambassador Kardinal Offishall and singer Trey Parker for “Don’t Stop,” one of 22 tracks on Ali’s debut album Book of Issa. As noted in the press release, Ali’s “love for classic soulful vibes over trunk rattling trap-like drums/percussion produces a sound with a massive appeal,” which is […]
Hieroglyphics MC Casual has officially dropped his latest solo album, Big Head Science, on all streaming platforms. The 14-track project features guest spots from his Hiero brethren Phesto and Tajai as well as Planet Asia, TriState, Ghostface Killah, Killah Priest, Izrell, Ras Kass and Sally Green. During a recent interview with RealStreetRadio, the seasoned Bay […]
Jay Worthy has linked up with producer Harry Fraud for a new release titled Eat When You’re Hungry Sleep When You’re Tired. The project arrives a little over a month after the LNDN DRGS rapper’s Two4one EP. The duo’s seven-track collaboration is produced entirely by Fraud. Guests include G Perico, Elcamino, Guapdad 4000, Larry June, […]
New Jersey’s Rasheed Chappell has released Ways & Means, a new album produced entirely by 38 Spesh. The seven-track project features contributions by Planet Asia, Che Noir, Jamal Gasol and The Musalini. “This album was different on so many levels, one being working with one of my peers and contemporaries,” Chappell tells RealStreetRadio. “The process […]
Drizzy fans, start hitting that “Toosie Slide.” On Thursday, Drake announced on his Instagram that his 6th studio album is dropping sometime this summer. If that timing sounds a little vague and you can’t wait ‘til then, don’t worry, Drake has also dropped his latest surprise mixtape, Dark Lane Demo Tapes, tonight at midnight. Drake […]
Drizzy fans, start hitting that “Toosie Slide.” On Thursday, Drake announced on his Instagram that his 6th studio album is dropping sometime this summer. If that timing sounds a little vague and you can’t wait ‘til then, don’t worry, Drake has also dropped his latest surprise mixtape, Dark Lane Demo Tapes, tonight at midnight. Drake […]
TikTok kids and Barbz alike, eat your heart out. This week we’ve been blessed with a new golden age of all-stars collaborating with young upstarts on remixes of their songs, and at midnight Friday, Doja Cat dropped a remix of her danceable single “Say So,” now featuring 100% more Nicki Minaj. Doja announced the new […]
TikTok kids and Barbz alike, eat your heart out. This week we’ve been blessed with a new golden age of all-stars collaborating with young upstarts on remixes of their songs, and at midnight Friday, Doja Cat dropped a remix of her danceable single “Say So,” now featuring 100% more Nicki Minaj. Doja announced the new […]
Multi-platinum selling producer Sha Money XL has dropped his debut album Chain On The Bike Vol. 1. The G-Unit co-founder’s nine-track LP features him collaborating with a mix of established rappers and emerging talent. “Working with raw energy oftentimes delivers my best work,” he said in a press release. “With Chain On The Bike, I […]
Drizzy fans, start hitting that “Toosie Slide.” On Thursday, Drake announced on his Instagram that his 6th studio album is dropping sometime this summer. If that timing sounds a little vague and you can’t wait till then, don’t worry, Drake is dropping his latest mixtape, Dark Lane Demo Tapes, tonight at midnight. Drake worked with […]
Young Thug is turning his pain into lessons for his fans. Joining Offset and friends Rich The Kid and Saint Jhn for a mini virtual concert to raise profits for the Atlanta Community Food Bank on Wednesday (April 30), Thugger revealed a really harrowing health scare that he’d previously gone through. The emotion was palpable […]
Drake has announced he’s dropping a new project called Dark Lane Demo Tapes at midnight EST on Friday (May 1). The 6 God made the big reveal Instagram on Thursday (April 30). At the same time, the multiplatinum-selling artist confirmed his sixth studio album would arrive this summer. “My brothers @oliverelkhatib @ovonoel put together alot […]