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    Pitbull Moves To The Forbes List

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    Pitbull Moves To The Forbes List

    Miami native Armando Perez, better known as “Pitbull” has been quite the busy man over the last several years. The popular recording artist, has risen to fame and received several accolades because of his hard work both in and outside the music industry. Most recently Forbes assessed his worth to be in the range of $27 million. Now more than ever, music artist are able to be lucrative in different markets based off popularity and influence. The 37-year old Cuban-American recently announced that his latest venture would be geared to helping artist come up with a solution surrounding the challenges of streaming services.

    In addition to his latest venture, Pitbull already has things coming down the pipeline this year. Pitbull will be opening a restaurant called “iLov305″, that will be located on the popular Ocean Drive in Miami. The busy businessman also will be expanding a school project called “SLAM!” (Sports Leadership Arts and Management). The programs objective is to provide underprivileged youth with opportunity throughout urban areas. Music continues to be the driving force for Pitbull as looks to expand his portfolio in the world of business. Be sure to look for more news regarding the world of music at hypefresh.com.

    WATCH: Iggy Azalea, Tyga – ‘Kream’

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    WATCH: Iggy Azalea, Tyga – ‘Kream’

    Australian rapper Iggy Azalea is back after a short hiatus with ‘Kream’ featuring Tyga.

    This visual comes from her comeback EP, Surviving The Summer, which is an entry worth viewing.

    Flipping Wu-Tang Clan’s “C.R.E.A.M.” into her own version (“Kream”) which brags on moneymaking and shaking ass in a living room full of stripper poles and dollar bills.

    Watch the video above and leave your comments below on what you think about this comeback record.

    WATCH: Brockhampton – “1999 WILDFIRE”

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    WATCH: Brockhampton – “1999 WILDFIRE”

    Brockhampton is back with a new song and visual titled “1999 Wildfire.”

    The record features Atlanta rapper/singer/producer Jazze Pha.

    The visual is directed by Kevin Abstract, who is the leader of the group.

    Watch the video above and feel free to comment on your thoughts towards the record.

    Watch: Yungeen Ace – “Jungle” ft. JayDaYoungan

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    Watch: Yungeen Ace – “Jungle” ft. JayDaYoungan

    Winning fans with melodic and poignant street anthems, Jacksonville’s Yungeen Ace is the next King of the South. Any rapper can put together a posse for a music video, but few have the power to draw a crowd to fill a city block like Yungeen Ace does in his latest video.

    Commanding his tribe of supporters in his hometown streets, Yungeen Ace flexes with Louisiana upstart JayDaYoungan, providing an inside look at his notoriously rough neighborhood. Despite the violence and poverty shown in the video, Yungeen Ace draws his energy from his homies, rewarding the faith of his true believers with the spoils of success. Featured on WorldStarHipHop, “Jungle” is the latest in a series of popular videos including the recent “,” which has over 1.4 million views on YouTube, Betrayed” (1.2 million views).

    Building up a profile with his crafty songwriting and expressive vocals, Yungeen Ace won the respect of many of his peers, ranging from superstar NBA YoungBoy to deep south veteran Mista Cain. Earlier this month, Yungeen Ace’s meteoric rise took a dark turn when he and three friends, including his brother, were attacked in a drive-by shooting. Though he attempted to shield his brother from the hail of bullets by using his own body, getting shot 8 times, as he told his 285k Instagram followers, Yungeen Ace was the only survivor of the shooting. After spending weeks recuperating in the hospital, Yungeen Ace has a new lease on life, and he intends to turn the tragedy of his brother’s and his friends’ loss into artistic triumph. Look for more music from Yungeen Ace to come this year.

    Keyanta Bullard, better known as Yungeen Ace, is a talented 20-year old hip-hop artist making an early splash in the industry. Born in Chicago and raised in Jacksonville, FL (Duval County), Ace and his crew, the Yungeen Gang, have been recording and releasing music for a couple years now cultivating a loyal fanbase that supports their every move. Having experienced a lot of hardships growing up, Ace took his impressive skillset and contagious passion and put it all towards his music.

    The first big moment for the southern spitter came in January of 2017 when the Yungeen Gang released a video titled “Go To War,” which ended up raking in over a million views (currently at 1.8 million) soon after its release. That pivotal moment gave Ace and his team the confidence to keep going. From there, the young and hungry rappers released multiple songs and videos adding to their fanbase by the day. By 2018, Ace had signed a deal with Cinematic Music Group and went on to release a slew of new singles to start the year. The first single, “All In,” was his passionate message to the world that he’s putting everything on the line to ensure success. That video has since reached over 3 million views, which led to Ace’s next three follow up singles: “Find Myself” (1.3 million views), “Betrayed” (1.2 million views) and “Gorillaz” (462,000 views).

    All of these single releases earned Ace a ton of major press looks including coverage and support from the likes of Complex, HipHopDX, ELEVATOR, Miss Info, and so many others. In April and May of 2018, Ace gave two very in-depth interviews with both Vlad TV and MyMixtapez, explaining everything from how he grew up, to how he maneuvered into the rap game and much more. With about half of 2018 left, you can expect a lot more excitement from Yungeen Ace. That’ll include a slew of new music and visuals, as well as highly anticipated collaborations with NBA Youngboy and JayDaYoungan, who he’ll be touring with in August. Get familiar with Yungeen Ace now!

    Listen: Pip Millett – “Love The Things You Do”

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    Listen: Pip Millett – “Love The Things You Do”

    With a couple of impressive features behind her, 20 year-old British singer Pip Millett was born and raised in Manchester, England, and is currently living in London, studying music. Following a feature on emerging Uk producer Joe Hertz’s “Goodbye Kisses”, Pip now emergers into the spotlight herself with stunning results.

    With influences like Lauryn Hill, Joni Mithcell, and Erykah Badu, her sound is somewhere under the umbrella of neo-soul: the lyrics form the centre of every song.

    Speaking on her material to date, she states “I’ve been lucky enough to work with talented producers and musicians such as Lester DUval and Josh Crocker, whose prod0cutions help emphasise the meaning behind the lyrics.

    Already pricking up serious ears across both sides of the Atlantic with her release “Make Me Cry” and her recent offering ‘Love The Things You Do’, Pip is emerging as one of the standout names of 2018. Listen to Pip Millett latest single here: “Love The Things You Do”

    Watch: Cyrus X Kallie Rock Drop New Music Video “WHY”

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    Watch: Cyrus X Kallie Rock Drop New Music Video “WHY”

    Cyrus Smith is stirring up feelings and creating a new Summer sound with his current single,”Why,” featuring Kallie Rock.

    Also known as “Kid16”, Cyrus stays true to his name by creating a single that gives a youthful vibe that keeps fans grooving to a fun and relatable story of summer romance. Cyrus’ story of young love features Kallie Rock, another rising star in the music industry. Kallie’s poetic twist on Pop music creates a sensation that brings a nostalgic feel to this ‘feel good’ track.

    As a fresh face on the music scene, Cyrus is no stranger to hard work and has an ear and heart for good music. His freshman track “BAGZ” reached the #ATLTop20 #Certified100 list and he has already opened international shows for industry greats, such as Cardi B and The Migos. Expect a new flavor of hip-hop on this upcoming album “Kid 16 4ever” and continue to watch out for Cyrus on the rise! The single “Why” is just a taste of what Cyrus has in store on his upcoming album entitled Kid 16 4ever that is set to be released this summer.

    Kallie Rock is a rising pop artist and disrupting the status quo with her unique style, and musical skill and variety. Hailing from Orlando, Florida, Kallie has adopted a creative sound inspired by the world’s favorite Pop artists of the 90’s. As a protégé of Steve Lobel, Manager of world-renowned music legends, “Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Kallie Rock is on her way to the top and is ready to show the world her version of Pop music.

    Cyrus Smith and Kallie Rock have young and creative energy that is just what the music industry needs.“Why” is just a sample of what these two have up their sleeves and they are both definitely artists to keep on your “new music” radar.

    Meet John Canon: The Photographer Behind 21 Savage’s Rise To Fame

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    Meet John Canon: The Photographer Behind 21 Savage’s Rise To Fame

    Upon glancing at John Canon’s portfolio on Instagram, I noticed two significant trends in his work: candidness and informality.

    While some photographers attempt to capture musicians, in what seems like, a completely staged and artificial position, Canon’s photographs are merely the documentation of what happens in a rappers life. 21 Savage’s rise to prominence has been largely due to the professional nature of the LA based photographer. Whether at a show, media interview, club, or charity function — Canon is tasked with portraying the 25 year old in a refreshing, hip, and distinctive way.

    Meet John Canon The Photographer (2)

    In a piece written in 2016 on TheFader, he noted that

    “Touring is different with a young new artist because it forces you to be a fly on the wall which made me better as a photographer. [21] is not necessarily the person that has a bunch of poses so you gotta catch him in the moment. Like, he’s an introvert.”

    Canon has begun to work with other rappers — notably Young thug, Migos, and Lil Yachty: but he also freelances with more underground, emerging artists. One is Atlanta rapper Yung tip, who was friends with 21’s little brother Tayman before he was murdered in 2017. It is certainly worth noting that Canon’s photography varies based on who he is capturing. While he takes candid pictures of 21, Canon seems to adapt his vision based on his perception of how the artist should look to the public.

     

    Canon is only getting started as a photographer for some of the biggest names in rap, but his work demonstrates his unparalleled ability to portray artists in a candid way.Meet John Canon

    Dear Artist: Here’s How To Take Criticism, Make It Work For You

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    Dear Artist: Here’s How To Take Criticism, Make It Work For You

    It’s understandable for a musician to be sensitive about their music.

    Art is a reflection of the thought process and ideals of an artist. It is essentially an extension of them. Also, a song, let alone an album, requires a lot of creative and technical labor to put together. So, once a musician finally produces this melody that they’ve worked so hard to make, they may be emotional when faced with criticism. Here’s the thing: people are going to have opinions about  music. That is just a fact that a musician cannot control. What a musician can control, though, is how they react to those opinions, particular critiques. There is a right way and there is a wrong way.

    The Wrong Way

    The wrong way to take criticism on music is to completely dismiss it. No matter how good a musician is, they are not perfect. There is always room for growth in any art; music is no exception to this rule. By listening to critics, a musician can find weak areas in their music that they need to strengthen. By ignoring critics, a musician could never find those areas and they’ll continue to be weak. An example is the recent attack on Wanna Thompson by Nicki Minaj.

    In late June, after critiquing Minaj’s work, Thompson opened her twitter DMs to find the artist maliciously attacking her for it. Minaj disregarded all of the points brought up by Thompson and used personal insults as a way to discredit her criticism. If you are a musician reading this article, that is the exact opposite of what you want to do.

    First of all, no music journalist should be denigrated like that for their opinion. Also, Minaj may have overlooked an aspect of her music that could be improved upon. Now, not all criticism is valid. There is plenty of outright unintelligent analysis’s. However, a musician needs to still listen to them. There could be good or bad advice from critics. An artist will never know unless they listen.

    The Right Way

    The right way to take criticism on music is to acknowledge it. A musician needs to both review their own works and criticism. From there, they can decide whether the criticism is valid or not. Musicians need to let go of their egos if they really want to make great music. While some skill in music can come naturally, a large majority of it is produced from time and practice. Most artists have to work hard at developing their own style of music. They need to be constantly improving and changing their work. While criticism might not be fun to listen to, it can illuminate functions of an artist’s music and hold them back. An artist listening to a critique can find good advice to take their music to the next level. From there, they can become better.

    It does not matter what you do. You are not perfect. You can be critiqued what produce, especially if you do a creative form of expression, such as music. But, how you react to it, can define how good you will be.

    New Jack Swing & R&B: Is Bruno Mars A Culture Vulture?

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    New Jack Swing & R&B: Is Bruno Mars A Culture Vulture?

    New Jack Swing, R&B and soul aren’t just forms of black music, but simply forms of  American music.

    Bruno Mars, one of the most admired acts in music, is the latest to be accused of appropriating black culture. Culture appropriation is when someone uses components of a culture that isn’t their own, and not showing or telling where they got them from. Several instances however, point to the crooner, not actually being responsible…

    Since his arrival to the music scene, Mars has included music genres such as New Jack Swing, rhythm and blues, and soul into his albums.

    On many occasions, Mars, who is of Filipino and Puerto Rican decent, and real name is Peter gene Hernandez, pay tribute to his African American predecessors frequently. Sought after black musicians have came to his defense as well.

    Take one of Mars most recent songs off of his latest album for example, “Finesse”. Mars sings over a New Jack Swing beat, that was frequently used by black artists in the 1990’s. In the remix video featuring rapper Cardi B, at the very end it reads “Dedicated to In Living Color”, a popular show in the 1990’s that was a platform for up and coming black artists, and actors.
    New Jack Swing (3)

    Back in November of 2017, Mars’ live performance at the legendary Apollo Theatre was aired, as he performed songs from his latest album, 24K Magic. The Apollo , a TV show that Mars grew up watching with his family, was a stage where many esteemed black artists of yesteryear performed. Mars had one goal that night, to bring everyone together under one roof, no matter what you look like.
    Mars is not the first artist accused, and won’t be the last. Justin Timberlake, Eminem, and Robin Thicke have all been in the spotlight for acts of appropriating black culture, with the ladder in legal disputes for taking the sample of a Marvin Gaye song without consent.
    “So, if you were born in the 1970s and 1980s….dancing in your living room to New Editions “NE HeartBreak” or watching Janet’s “Rhythm Nation 1814″ videos as a kid….it’s called INFLUENCE, which has no racial barriers…,” tweeted hip-hop producer 9thwonder, which has since been deleted.
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    Mars like many before him. makes it clear who he was influenced by. New Jack Swing hasn’t been heard or used in decades.

    Charlie Wilson showed his support of Mars using the sound, tweeting a photo that reads.

    “The sounds from the late 80’s and early 90’s hadn’t been present until Bruno and he did a damn good job bringing it back!!! Just want to join in the convo and stand up for my friend @BrunoMars!✌🏾🎤🕺🏽#callingallmylovlies #chunky #versaceonthefloor #finesse #24kmagic pic.twitter.com/v2xHF9GPB8

    — Charlie Wilson (@ImCharlieWilson) March 9, 2018
    If these well respected people in the music industry are supporting artists who aren’t African American like Mars and others who are carrying on the legacy of great black artists, who came before them, then why can’t everyone else?
    It is especially important in today’s society that we all come together as one, no matter what race, religion or creed. Mars shouldn’t be excluded from popular black genres for the simple fact that he isn’t African American, because for everything the United States stands for, that would be hypocritical. New Jack Swing, R&B, and soul aren’t just forms of black music, but simply forms of  American music.

    Listen to “Patience” by Emerging Creative Stam Goody

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    Listen to “Patience” by Emerging Creative Stam Goody

    Following the release of his hard hitting debut single, “Clutch,” newcomer, Stam Goody is back and slowing things down for his follow up release, “Patience.”

    On the mellow & introspective record produced by SLMN, Stam flexes his vocal skills as he silences doubters and reminds himself to remain patient on his rise to the top.

    An ode to his grandfather, Stam reveals that the father figure taught him all that he knows about quiet and steady perseverance, while waiting for his dreams to manifest.

    Take a listen right here on HypeFresh.

    Listen: Alternative R&B Singer KVN Drops “Cherie Amour”

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    Listen: Alternative R&B Singer KVN Drops “Cherie Amour”

    Alternative R&B singer – songwriter KVN (pronounced as each individual letter) hails from Romford, East London by the way of Nigeria. With inspiration stemming from Stevie Wonder, to Chet Baker, Lauryn Hill, John Mayer and Frank Ocean, it’s no wonder that his own alternative, soul-infused blend of smooth R&B is evident in his latest single “Cherie Amour”.

    Cherie Amour provides a mere glimpse  into the genre-bending, multi-layered, omnipotent discography from KVN.

    It is the striped-back, raw quality of KVN’s vocals that make his artistry both unique and  addictive.  With an underlying tone of romance and relationships fueling his work, KVN has self identified his music as being an “intimate bedroom vibe.” And “Cherie Amour” is the perfect example; an effervescent ode to love.

    Listen to “Cherie Amour” above and stay tuned for KVN’s full length project this summer!

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    For updates you can check him out on IG, Twitter, Spotify & Apple Music.

    Global Citizen’s Mandela 100 Concert Has A Stacked Line Up

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    Global Citizen’s Mandela 100 Concert Has A Stacked Line Up

    According to media sources, Global Citizen’s Mandela 100 concert his Johannesburg, South Africa this December with a stacked lineup of artists.

    Beyonce, JAY-Z, and Pharrell are headlining the free concert at FNB Stadium, where Oprah has also been tapped as this year’s keynote speaker, in addition to Tyler Perry and Naomi Campbell who will serve as hosts for the Nelson Mandela – honoring event.

    Additional performers include Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder, Coldplay’s Chris Martin, Femi Kuti, Usher, Wizkid and more.

    Entry to the event will be available for those who use the Global Citizen society advocacy platform to earn free tickets starting Aug. 21.

    For more information, visit here.

    British New Soul Musician Nia Ekanem Unveils ‘FADIN’

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    British New Soul Musician Nia Ekanem Unveils ‘FADIN’

    Following last year’s critical acclaimed debut EP It’s Your Love, which saw him being championed by the likes of Clash Music, The Line Of Best Fit, SoulBounce, Impose Magazine, SingersRoom, and Sofar Sounds, British Soul singer, songwriter and musician NIA EKANEM is back with his first offering of 2018, in the exquisite new single titled ‘FADIN’, taken from his forthcoming sophomore EP of the same name.

    Produced by Lloyd Hinshelwood, who has previously worked with the likes of Mabel, Andreya Triana, and M.O, and co-written by Ekanem and Alba (Robin Hannibal, Joel Compass, Linguistics), ‘FADIN’ is a rich and expansive bass guitar and piano-led soul record, which kicks off with a sparse slow-building opening, before exploding into a resounding musical affair that has Ekanem addressing a toxic relationship, and the feeling of loving someone that doesn’t love you the same way.

    Held together by a glorious combination of raspy soulful tones, electrifying acoustic sensibilities, captivating storytelling, and enchanting vocals, Nia Ekanem describes his music as ‘New Soul’ – his own unique blend of British Soul, which has seen him garner support from BBC 1Xtra, BBC Introducing, ThisIsRnB, Reprezent Radio and Unsigned Music Awards, among others, adding to the growing list of tastemakers, the London native counts as fans.

    Speaking about the inspiration behind ‘FADIN’, Nia Ekanem says, “the song was inspired by a conversation with Lloyd (producer) & Alba (songwriter), about our past relationships, sharing our experiences and the different emotions it brings out of you. We wanted to be as transparent and honest as possible on this song, with me not being afraid to show emotions and say how I feel. It helped that Alba was involved in writing the song, because she was able to really get that out of me”.

    News: Cardi B’s “Invasion of Privacy” Just Went Platinum

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    News: Cardi B’s “Invasion of Privacy” Just Went Platinum

    Cardi B’s debut LP has gone platinum!

    According to sources, Invasion Of Privacy was officially platinum by the RIAA this past Friday July 6th. The new certification is the fifth platinum solo release from the New York rapper’s career. She previously achieved the feat with her singles “Bodak Yellow,” “Be Careful,” “Bartier Cardi” and “I Like It.” Cardi also earned platinum plaques fro her guest appearances on Bruno Mars’ “Finesse (Remix)” and G-Eazy’s “No Limit.”

    With the success of Invasion Of Privacy, Cardi has made history on the Billboard charts by becoming the first female rapper to score two #1 hits on the Hot 100.

    In other news, she’ll be giving brith to her first child this month. Stay tuned for more!

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