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Kid Cudi: ‘I Don’t Know If Pharrell Will Work With Me Again’

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Kid Cudi is having doubts that Pharrell Williams will want to work with him ever again. The reason? Due to the commercial success of his previous solo album Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin’.

“I don’t know if Pharrell will work with me again because those songs didn’t do what they were supposed to do . . . The label didn’t do the right thing”

He proceeds to touch on his current mental health state:

“I know kids are used to hearing me talk about darkness, but I’m living in the light now.”I’m not battling any demons right now, thank God.”

In other music news…

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Why LeBron Has Nothing Left To Prove

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For at least the last decade we’ve had to constantly hear the argument of LeBron versus Jordan.

Imagine the smiles on the anti-LeBron club when they heard that “The King” came up short of securing a victory. It’s no secret that regardless if LeBron chose to stay in Cleveland, or go elsewhere that he would have a target on his back.

The three-time NBA Finals MVP, has always had to succumb to the criticism of many because of the Jordan like comparison. Despite what you think or believe, we all know that LeBron has secured a legacy that will never be in the shadows of the G.O.A.T.

Perhaps we measure greatness in the moment, and not overall through the stretch of player’s careers. As King James has an interesting stat sheet when it comes to dominating opponents on the court. The Cleveland native has gone up against some of the best teams ever established in the playoffs. This would include the Celtics, Spurs, and at the moment Golden State Warriors.

Making it to the finals seven years in a row is something that has to be acknowledged. Coming back from 3-1 deficit in the NBA Finals, is something that cannot be overlooked. Regardless of which side you’re on when it comes to the LeBron James stigma, he has certainly earned the respect of personnel and players around the league.

LeBron has used his influence on and off the court, that has open the door for athletes to represent there community. The move to Los Angeles wasn’t about proving that he can compete in the more competitive conference. It was setting up shop for the business side of things to fall in place.

King James has done more for his community, and culture than your favorite player will ever attempt to do. Let’s not panic because of a 0-3 start in LA. As always LeBron will be sure to answer the challenge and present plenty of Sports Center Highlights sooner than later.

Read more on LeBron James here.

Watch: Joshua Luke Smith – “The Ache”

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UK artist, spoken word veteran and rapper Joshua Luke Smith has been steadily building a name for himself by combining hip-hop lyricism and skillful wordplay with the sheer energy of spreading love.  

 

Inspired by the music that was embedded in him from a child through his family – the likes of Tom Petty, Tracy Chapman, Cat Stevens, the melodic structure of folk and 60/70’s rock married the soulful rhythms of hip-hop which pushed Smith to give voice to the observations, struggles, joys, and complexities of his world through music.

YBN Day Day Drops “Smooth Kriminal” Visual

Lil Bam & J Gucci Join Day Day In New Video

Birmingham has been breaking a lot of new popular talents lately and is the home of the growing YBN movement. MBK is the home of rising star YBN DAYDAY who has been shaking things up with his single “Draco” and is already being heavily sought after by some of the top record labels.

With “Draco” still making its rounds, Day Day capitalizes on the hype with the release of the official video for his new single “Smooth Kriminal” featuring Lil Bam and J Gucci. The trio’s small screen interpretation finds the three rappers enjoying a house party and the company of some beautiful women.

Check out the HD-clip below and purchase via iTunes here.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-wcB-nz-qI&w=560&h=315]

c Delivers The Sequel To ‘Dope Spot’

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ATL’s Juliano Drops Pt. 2 of His ‘Dope Spot’ Series

Boasting zero features, Juliano liberates the latest edition of his popular ‘Dope Spot’ series. Laced with 11 cohesive tracks, the majority of the production is handled by RaRa, with some assistance from Skufl.

Stream below via Spotify and expect accompanying visuals to follow soon.

Tha Jerm Drops ‘Destiny To The Riches’ LP

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Queens Native Tha Jerm Unloads New Album

Recognized for his previous work with some of hip-hop’s heavyweights including Schoolboy Q, A$AP Rocky, Jadakiss, Styles P, Danny Brown, French Montana, and Tony Yayo, Tha Jerm’s releases his latest body of work ‘Destiny To The Riches.’

Showcasing the skill to put together quality projects, as Jerm has done in the past with artists like Dave East and Lloyd Banks, he states, he’s been acknowledged for his street material for a long time but has always had different styles within his production catalog. With the right artists and chemistry, he delivered just what he needed.

Listen to the cohesive collection of sounds after the break.

Jxck Kxlly Liberates “Go Together”

Cuffing Season Gets A New Anthem & Video

Toronto-based singer-songwriter is hot on the scene serving up unwavering, provocative lyrics and can’t help but be heard. With a taste for transparency and a voice to be reckoned with, her work delivers a cinematic flavor that can’t be ignored.

Having released her EP, Revolution, Jxck Kxlly is now bringing her music to the small screen with a hot, Pulp Fiction-esque style in her newest clip for “Go Together.” Complete with a 1970’s fringe jacket and a motorcycle, the fun visual is the cherry on top of an enticing, smooth single.

Watch the small screen interpretation of the boo-friendly track below.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEfxdZPu9Kk&w=560&h=315]

Big 40 Mashes Out On “Ride 4 Me”

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YK Osiris Joins Big 40 For “Ride 4 Me”

Ohio native Big 40 follows up “Motivation” with “Ride 4 Me.” Doubling as the title track to his soon to be released album, the song was produced by Rocky Laurent the song features Def Jam recording artist “Ride 4 Me.”

Despite the fact that he’s still in high school, this Midwest upstart was forced to grow up quickly after both his mother and father passed away tragically. Their loss inspired him to pursue his career in hip-hop and has since become an artist to watch on the Cleveland scene.

Stream the coheshive collaboration after the jump and expect a visual to follow soon.

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RE77 Keeps It Cool On “No Sweat”

Founding Rvider Klvn Member Drops New Visuals

Making good on his word with an early Fall release for fans, Rvider Klvn founding member RE77 (pronounced RELL) aka “Don Chokey” releases a new visual for his track “No Sweat.” Taken from his critically acclaimed 2018 Summer release ‘RA8N,’ the song was one of the first records he made during the process of making the project.

As deep as it is lyrically, the visuals had to have an overly compelling aspect of the situation at hand; in the music, the lyrics, the content and just being out of the box from the ordinary Miami visual standpoint. For example the typical ordinary over saturated ‘outside hood nigga’ sh*t. I wanted to make it broader in the breakdown of the film and bigger visually compared to what I’ve done in the past with limited resources than what I had at this point.

Watch the HD-clip after the break and stream the LP in full here.

KC Da Beatmonster Drops Brackz-Produced  “Up”

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Sound Architect Turned Rapper Releases New Single!

The well-versed artist and producer unloads the latest track from his recent project ‘Believe.’ Titled “Up,” the song serves to give fans a preview out what they can expect from the fresh body of work. KC is known for providing Billboard Chart topping hits for Migos, Future, T.I., YFN Lucci, and TK Kravitz.

Listen to the song below and the mixtape in full here.

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Max Wonders Releases “Stunt Double”

Chicago’s Max Wonders’ Finest Delivers A 2-For-1

The 21-year-old creative shares new song “Stunt Double”, along with an accompanying self-directed video. The single marks the first official release from Max since his last full-length release, 2016’s ‘Hues To Blame,’ with just a loosie, “Child” being premiered by Zane Lowe on Beats 1 Radio last year. It will be the first offering from his upcoming album, slated for Spring 2019.

Produced by Ohio-producer Luna & Max himself, sees our protagonist bring a charged energy to the thought of greed. With Max taking unabashed swings at the concept and encompassing some of that greed and ego himself.

Watch the video below and purchase the single via iTunes here.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wXOK9w04BQ]

E Bleu Drops The Remix For “Me Time”

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24Hrs & Eric Bellinger Join E Bleu For The Sequel

HTX native, E Bleu recruits 24Hrs and Eric Bellinger for a star-studded remix of his viral hit “Me Time”. Produced by K3yboarrdKid, the three-way collaboration is damn near flawless and definitely needs to get a visual treatment ASAP.

Give the well-orchestrated re-work a listen after the jump.

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Chazz G Is ‘Still Solo’ On New EP

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VA Upstart Chazz G Rides Alone For Latest Drop

Serving as the perfect representation of his unique sound, positive message and prolific bars, Chazz G releases a sultry new project. Titled ‘Still Solo,’ the seven-track body of work is the east coast natives first full body of work of 2018 and features Dewon, Kweisi, Louis Vaughn, and Nisi S.

Give the project a spin after the break and hopefully, some visuals follow soon.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBvUdrgZv7A?list=OLAK5uy_k45hL6cMxXvHKwmNBbIZYe_7NZRFgwJbY&w=560&h=315]

Problem & Bad Lucc Connect For “Finna Ball”

The Cali Natives Take The Lead w/ Latest Collab

Keeping his foot on the gas as ‘S2’ season officially kicks off, Problems delivers another banger. Titled “Finna Ball,” the song features Diamond Lane’s Bad Lucc and is everything you’d expect from the passionate pair of wordsmiths.

Stream “Finna Ball” below and hopefully a video follows soon.

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