Recently, a resurfacing interview is demanding attention. Actually, a surprising assertion, which drops from the lips of Capo, himself is what is garnering interest. Moreover, the admission that Jim Jones swerved on signing Drake is currently baffling the public.
So, if experience is the best teacher then the Dipset rep is still — perhaps a bit begrudgingly — realizing million dollar lessons. Notably, Jimmy’s list of professional accomplishments include emceeing, designing apparel, sports management, entrepreneurial pursuits and video directing. In fact, his DNA also possesses a little thespian twist.
Thus, this impressive array of accolades speaks to why the contemporary Harlem Renaissance Man is able to sustain his longevity. As with any great entrepreneur, the ability to recognize, to cultivate and to empower others is a coveted trait. However, nobody is perfect.
The Set Up
For example, even Mr. Wasted talent does not always capitalize on each of his blessed opportunities. Moreover, he references a time where he is given the space to sign the 6 God. On the other hand, it is the once myopic perspective that prevents him from working with Champagne Papi.
Furthermore, Drake’s round portrayal of Degrassi’s Wheelchair Jimmy, challenges the “We Fly High” wordsmith. Quickly, he breaks down the scenario. “Drake definitely ran across my desk,” he reveals. “I got a call from Alan Grunblatt, I think I was on tour, and Alan was like, ‘I got this guy named Drake, he’s an actor, he’s on Degrassi.’”
The Swerve
Soon, curt commentary explains his disinterest. “I’m like, ‘Who the f### is Drake on Degrassi?’ He let me hear him rapping, like, this boy could rap his ass off, admits Jim Jones.”
So, “then I looked at him, I’m like, ‘Boy, what do you mean? What am I going to do with boy? He’s an actor, he’s in a wheelchair on the Disney Channel.’ I’m like, ‘Boy, I don’t know how to make this work out.’”
PYTI is an awarding winning music producer. He was born in Belarus in 1995, and his real name is Alexey Nikitin. PYTI is an alumnus of the Belarusian State Academy of Music, a trained classical musician, and has received various awards at music-related competitions and events.
His love for EDM began after experimenting with different synthesizers and noticing that his music was in high demand in the show business. PYTI has also repeatedly emphasized that he likes making music because it helps him connect with people.
Although PYTI has been working on his craft for a long time, it was not until 2021 that he started to get a lot of traction. He has worked with Spain’s Blanco y Negro to release the following songs:
Multiband
Multiband is an EDM dubstep song. This is the kind of track you want to listen to as you pregame. The kicks and hi-hats start out very chilled, then PYTI incorporates elements that lure you to a moment filled with excitement. When you listen to it carefully, you can also hear hints of hip-hop.
However, the drop in Multiband is expected to EDM and Dub fans. You can tell when it is coming. PYTI masterfully makes up for this by incorporating a very jutting rhythm and lively instrumentals with the drop. Moreover, as the song reaches its climax, PYTI’s talent clearly shows. He manages to layer the licks and instruments so seamlessly that they sound strong but not noisy, a feat most producers take a while to accomplish.
Night Wish
Night Wish is set on a rainy background, accompanied by what sounds like an opening to a piano jazz piece and the gentle chirping of birds.
The key that has been used in this song plays cleverly into the already set mood. It makes you feel calm, tender, quiet, and melancholic, like you are in your happy place. It also shows PYTI’s ingenuity in producing by knowing what buttons to push to make you feel a certain way.
The melody plays to the same setting as it is very gentle on the ears. Overall, this song speaks most about what PYTI is about; the need to connect to his listeners’ most basic emotions.
Move On
Move on is one of two songs among PYTI’s releases that start to incorporate a bit of Pop into his EDM base. The beginning is quite subtle with the use of soft chord progressions. Then, a nice danceable theme emerges when PYTI samples Charamelle Jones’ pop banger, “Let’s move on.”
For PYTI’s fans, one thing that might be unsatisfactory about Move On is that there is no unexpected element. It is a laidback song with a nice beginning, gentle female vocals, a relaxed base, and dotted with piano licks here and there. On the plus side, however, Move On is a song that you won’t get tired of listening to. It is applicable for whatever mood you are in; relaxed, excited, or if you want to get work done.
Tell Me
Tell me by PYTI is Dance and Electropop piece. His listeners who love to dance will not be disappointed with this song. With this track, PYTI wastes no time and begins the buildup immediately when the music starts with a high tempo rhythm and powerful kicks.
The melody swiftly follows with an almost demure voice that hides the explosion that is about to come. When the beat finally drops, you want to put your headphones on and increase the volume. The different layers in the drop are complex, coming in and out without making it feel too busy and with the vocals “Tell me baby do you ever feel lonely” still shining through.
You can’t listen to tell me without any reaction; the song demands that you vigorously dance.
Get High
Get High is another PYTI song that incorporates pop into his EDM base. This reflects his efforts to expand his music and one day work with artists like Justin Bieber.
The song is set over a delicate, chilled background that isn’t too laid back, nor is it too aggressive. PYTI’s use of the synth also gives a nostalgic yet modern vibe – it sounds like it has been produced in modern times, but somehow the vibe takes you back to original EDM classics. It is a song you would want to play on a late evening drive, a lazy weekend morning, or as the song lyrics go, when “…we find a time to get high.”
Once you listen to all of PYTI’s songs, you will realize that he is a producer who knows what his audience wants to listen to. He knows what elements to add to capture every mood; happiness, melancholy or chilled vibes. He is not just chasing the EDM wave but creating music that is a true extension of who he is.
You should definitely keep your headphones on the ready for PYTI this year.
G Herbo has established himself as a highly-publicized rap star over the last decade. With projects like 2020’s PTSD and 2021’s 25, the former Lil Herb landed in the Top 10 of the Billboard 200 chart.
Yesterday, G Herbo shared a statement on his Twitter page that had a lot of people talking. The Chicago-raised rhymer declared himself as one of the top emcees on the planet.
“I MIGHT BE 1 OF THE BEST RAPPERS ALIVE LOL [NO BULLSH*T] DOEEE DONT @ ME 😏, ” posted G Herbo on Monday. Over 3,500 users retweeted Herbo’s tweet. It collected over 13,000 likes.
I MIGHT BE 1 OF THE BEST RAPPERS ALIVE LOL NBS DOEEE DONT @ ME 😏
G Herbo closed out his “25 Tour” in December 2021. The Republic recording artist will have the chance to prove his “best rapper alive” status when he hits the stage at the 2022 Roots Picnic festival in June.
Quincy Taylor Brown is calling out JetBlue. The 30-year-old actor/music artist, better known by the mononym Quincy, shared his recent unfavorable experience with the airline.
“WHAT A FAKKIN FLIGHT ✈️ SMH @JetBlue y’all pilot out of pocket for putting his hands on me!! 🤬🤬 #jetblue,’ tweeted Quincy on February 28.
Fans of the Power Book III: Raising Kanancast member rallied behind him online. However, some social media users questioned what led to the alleged incident. Quincy further addressed the situation in a video posted on Instagram.
WHAT A FAKKIN FLIGHT ✈️ SMH @JetBlue y’all pilot out of pocket for putting his hands on me!! 🤬🤬 #jetblue
“The pilot put his hands on me. Why? Because my bag, which fits in my pocket damn near, they claimed it didn’t fit,” explained Quincy. “My assistant had my bag. I was on the plane already. They wouldn’t let him bring it on. He gets on the plane. I let him know I need my bag. That’s not a bag to check. It has my medication. It has my personal [items]. It has my jewelry. It literally has everything that’s my personal belongings.”
According to Quincy, the JetBlue pilot then told him to remove his anxiety medication from the luggage and refused to let him board with the bag. At that point, the pilot allegedly “grabbed” Quincy and “dragged” him onto the jet bridge.
Quincy’s Instagram video included a still photo of the pilot. In addition, the son of late model Kim Porter and singer-songwriter Al B. Sure! revealed the captain’s name as Todd Papesh. Quincy is also the informal stepson of Hip Hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs.
The Recording Industry Association of America named My Turn as the top album of 2020. Lil Baby’s well-received sophomore studio LP continues to rack up RIAA accolades.
My Turn was certified 4x-Platinum by the RIAA on February 28. The 20-track project took exactly one year to amass an additional 1 million units after arriving at 3x-Platinum on February 28, 2021.
Additionally, the Recording Industry Association of America has certified Lil Baby’s 2018 album Harder Than Ever as Platinum. 2017’s Too Hard mixtapeand 2018′s Street Gossip mixtape both earned Gold plaques.
Lil Baby and Gunna’s 2018 collaborative effort Drip Harder is currently Platinum. Lil Baby and Lil Durk’sThe Voice of the Heroes joint LP from 2021 received a Gold Award from the RIAA.
This year has seen Lil Baby collaborate with Nicki Minaj for “Do We Have a Problem?” and “Bussin.” The former song opened at #2 on Billboard‘s Hot 100 chart before slipping to #32 the following week. “Bussin” debuted at #20 then dropped to #72.
Throughout his career, Columbus Short starred in motion pictures such as Stomp the Yard, This Christmas, and Cadillac Records as well as television series such as Scandal. However, Short made headlines in recent weeks for allegedly assaulting his wife.
“Let me tell you what really happened. I asked my wife to leave the home due to my frustration, and I grabbed her phone which I shouldn’t have did, and I scratched her hand,” said Short last month.
Columbus Short recently appeared on Fox Soul’s Cocktails With Queens talk show. The conversation included him discussing his ongoing criminal case for the two misdemeanor counts.
“Every time a headline comes out I go into these panic attacks. So I’m like man, let me get out in front of this thing. I wasn’t advised to do that. I just did that,” admitted Short. “I think that wasn’t the best thing to do, but I said it. You know what? I stopped the press because they tucked that story.”
The 39-year-old actor/dancer later added, “All of a sudden, I’m more famous being an alleged abuser than I am for the work I really put in my entire life.” The full Cocktails With Queens interview with Columbus Short will premiere on Fox Soul’s YouTube channel at 12 pm ET.
To their respective worlds, people are responsible for providing definition. So, within the realm of Hip-Hop, it is crucial that the culture’s inherent integrity remains intact. Be that as it may, Joe Budden goes and rips Megan Thee Stallion. In fact, the New Jersey narrator addresses and candidly informs Hot Girl Meg, “You’re not a superstar…”
Moreover, during a recent episode of The Joe Budden podcast, the emerging entrepreneur starts to stipulate what traits a superstar should organically wield. As a matter of fact, the JBP host readily offers his perspective. “You’re not a superstar if you can’t sell an album,” dictates the former Slaughter House MC.
Additionally, the purveyor of “Pump it Up,” insists, “What the f### are we talking about right now.” Nonetheless, the media personality then mentions, “What stops her from being a superstar if we’re taking out sales? She ain’t sold s###. Got every brand deal in the world, but also has all the backing from mad different people. She’s got a lot going on,” he attests.
Although, the musical contributions from the Houston Hottie already earns her platinum plaques, Mr. Budden refutes her proven success. In addition, he includes, “Y’all are just mixing rules up. You still got to know how to sell a f*cking album. When Adele come out, you gotta move. When n*ggas come out, you gotta move. When a superstar comes out, you mortal, mere minion n*ggas have to move. Nobody does that for Lil Nas X, nobody does that for the seven Meg Thee Stallion releases that dropped over the past two years. What are we saying?”
John Demsey posted a fake children’s book cover featuring Sesame Street characters Mr. Snuffleupagus and Big Bird. The fraudulent book was titled “My n***a Snuffy done got the ‘rona at a Chingy concert.”
Following the online backlash, Demsey stated he was “terribly sorry and deeply ashamed.” He also claimed he did not read the meme before posting it. However, Estée Lauder fired Demsey from his executive group president position.
The cosmetic company released a statement that read, in part, “This decision is the result of his recent Instagram posts, which do not reflect the values of The Estée Lauder Companies, have caused widespread offense, are damaging to our efforts to drive inclusivity both inside and outside our walls, and do not reflect the judgment we expect of our leaders.”
Estee Lauder senior executive John Demsey has been fired after posting this meme on his Instagram.
Chingy has now responded to his name being involved in the John Demsey controversy. The 41-year-old former Couples Therapy reality show star took to his own Instagram page to upload a video statement.
In the clip, Chingy says he did not take the meme “to heart” and believes Demsey made an “honest mistake.” He then showed that he was more focused on spending time with his daughter.
Chingy wrote in the IG post’s caption, “While the world has my name in their mouth, [meanwhile] this is what I’m doing fresh off my military tour😎🙏🏾#jdemsey #chingy #life #mistakes.”
Kodak Black is getting straight back to putting out music following last week’s release of his latest album, Back For Everything.
The Florida rapper teased an interesting international collaboration out of left field. In a link-up that no one saw coming, Kodak Black has a song coming with British pop superstar Ed Sheeran.
Kodak took to social media on Sunday to share a series of photos with the singer. In one image, Kodak gifts Ed Sheeran with an 1800 Block, Golden Acres chain.
“#BackForEverything Out Now 🔥 Me & Ed Sheeran Got Alotta S### Coming 🤧🤑🤧🥶” Kodak wrote in the caption of the post.
Kodak Black first hinted that he and Ed Sheeran have new music on the way last month. He was unsure whether the song would appear on Back For Everything or on another album coming later this year.
“I Got A Song Wit Ed Sheeran & Other Elite Artists I Snapped Within a Year,” he said. “My Song With Ed Sheeran So Fye I’m Tryna Decide Should I Put It On This Album Or My Album In August.”
Ed Sheeran said he’s moving in a different direction musically after being hit up to work with artists from different genres.
He told BBC Radio 2: “I did a session this morning at 7am with a guy called Kodak Black who’s from America and after that I did a session with a guy called Kwengface who’s from Peckham.”
Kodak Black Reveals Beyoncé As His Dream Collab
Meanwhile, Kodak Black recently revealed his dream collab during an appearance of Gillie Da Kid and Wallo’s Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast. He wants to work with Beyoncé but doesn’t require a hook or verse from Queen Bey, a couple of lines will do.
“Beyoncé, I got two bars for her. I want her to do just two bars,” When Wallo asked what they were, Kodak Black then proceeded to sing the lines. “There’s some pictures of your family, and all our children/Baby boy you already know you the only one missing. That’s all, and I got the rest.”
The Game is set to appear on an upcoming episode of Drink Champs which already has the internet in a frenzy.
A trailer for N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN’s Drink Champs podcast is receiving a lot of attention after dropping on Monday (Feb. 28). Among the comments The Game makes in the trailer is the assertion that Kanye West has done more for him recently than Dr. Dre ever did.
“It’s crazy that Ye did more for me in the last two weeks than Dre did for me my whole career,” he said in the clip.
However, Dr. Dre has made significant contributions to The Game’s career. He signed him to Aftermath Entertainment in 2003, and executive produced his 2004 debut album The Documentary.
The Game Says Kanye Did More For Him In 2 Weeks Than Dr. Dre Did Through His Entire Career 😬 pic.twitter.com/jZcckCEiOn
People on Twitter were quick to condemn The Game’s remarks. Hip-Hop statistics account @HipHopNumbers claims to have done the math.
“The Game has name-dropped Dr. Dre 174 times in his studio album career alone (19/album)” they note. “He even name-drops Dre 79 times more than he name drops himself…”
The Game has name-dropped Dr. Dre 174 times in his studio album career alone (19/album)
He even name-drops Dre 79 times more than he name drops himself…
On Drink Champs he said "Ye did more for me in the last two weeks than Dre did for me my whole career"…
Meanwhile, others just expect him to tell a bevy of lies on the show.
“By the end of the “Drink Champs” interview…Game will have: 1. Chilled Wit Obama Recently In Tulum 2. Caught Covid & Lost A Lung 3. Talked With Putin And last but not least 4. Have Been In The Hospital Room Holding 2Pac’s Hand As He Passed Away Did I miss anything????🤔”
Jim Jones made his debut as a runway model at Paris Fashion Week, walking the runway for late designer Virgil Abloh’s Off-White.
Jim Jones rocked a purple leather outfit at Monday night’s (Feb. 28) show, attended by the likes of Rihanna, A$AP Rocky, and Pharrell Williams.
“Safe to say I’m a professional model,” he wrote, sharing a clip on Instagram.
From the sound of it, Jim Jones enjoyed taking a leap in a different direction. “I had a blast,” he admitted. “Even when u out ur element if u confident they always in ur element.”
Jim Jones got the stamp of approval from Kanye West for his first-ever walk out on the runway. Ye posted an image of the Harlem representative at Paris Fashion Week with a black heart emoji. Jim joked about taking his next steps in the industry modeling for Yeezy.
“U know I’m a model now @kanyewest posted me lol,” Jim wrote on Instagram. “yeah ye have f u need a Model for ur next Yeezy drop I’m here u can hit my agent lol jokes appreciate u bro u settin th trends right now this mention was big for fashion. RiP @virgilabloh u kept ur word even in heaven,” he added.
Earlier on Monday, Jim Jones gave his followers a glimpse from behind the scenes as he readied for the runway. “Look at my shirt,” he said in the clip. ”I’m a model for real.”
“Manicure n make up at th same time,” he wrote in the caption. “givin u th play by play of my first professional run way walk I’m a run way steppa.”
Fashion bible Vogue said the crowd at the show “a reflection of the late Virgil Abloh’s seismic impact on fashion.” The late founder of the brand who tragically died in November was honored at the show.
Ohio-based singer and songwriter Winbush is thrilled to announce that the production work on his debut album, No Apologies, has reached its final stage and will be released across major streaming platforms. Winbush is known for his booming voice and catchy hooks, making him a fan favorite since he burst on the scene. He is bringing fans something to be happy about as he featured the late hip-hop star DMX and Houston Rap King Slim Thug. The album will be released on March 1 and can be streamed here.
“The wait is truly over,” affirmed Winbush. “Everything is now set for the release of No Apologies and I am optimistic fans and music lovers will be delighted with the lineup of songs in this album. It is a special project and I dedicate it to the memory of one of rap’s legends, the late DMX who made a guest appearance on the album.”
Winbush started music at age 9. His musical journey began when Winbush’s brothers, Aaron and Mc, began vibing to and playing Bone Thugs N Harmony East 1999 album. From there, they began to record on a boom box using cassette tapes. Winbush draws inspiration from artists such as T.I, 50 Cent, 2 Pac, and Big L, to mention a few.
For Winbush, getting to where he is today was no small struggle. He had to put in a lot of work, dedication, trial, and error. Taking risks, going back and forth from Ohio, Atlanta, and Boston, doing shows, meeting different producers, and more were activities he engaged in daily. The results are beginning to materialize, and Winbush is not resting on his oars yet.
“The most challenging thing I had to overcome is realizing the people around me had alternative motives,” explained Winbush on his experiences while building his musical career. “Their true intention wasn’t as solid as I thought they were but I have learned and moved on. I know the universe has so much in store for me and I will continue pushing nonetheless. Thus far, working with DMX has been a lovely achievement, and performing to over 16,000 people in one show. That’s the least that is to come,” concluded Winbush.
Winbush is an independent artist and producer, and No Apologies is guaranteed to be a thrilling compilation of beautifully rendered songs. The release date is March 1, and fans can stream the album on
The Weeknd has won the Global Digital Single Award for the second time in a row, making him the first artist to ever do so. He topped the 2021 list with “Save Your Tears” after “Blinding Lights” won in 2020.
The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry presented The Weeknd with the award. “Save Your Tears” was the best-selling single of 2021 across all digital formats — including paid subscription streaming, ad-supported platforms, and single-track downloads and streams.
Taken from The Weeknd’s fourth studio album After Hours, “Save Your Tears” topped the charts in many countries across the globe. The song received a push when the remix, featuring Ariana Grande reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in May 2021. Watch the video for “Save Your Tears” below.
Frances Moore, Chief Executive of IFPI, said: “It has been another brilliant year for The Weeknd and Save Your Tears has unquestionably been one of the world’s most loved songs. We’d like to send huge congratulations to The Weeknd and all of his team on winning our Global Digital Single of The Year Award for the second year in a row – an incredible achievement.”
Last week, The Weeknd brought a live performance of his latest album, The Dawn FM Experience to Amazon Video. Abel performed songs from the project as the older version of himself featured in the Dawn FM album art.
“I’m ecstatic to partner with Amazon to premiere the most elaborate live TV special I’ve ever done,” The Weeknd said ahead of the concert. “Welcome to the next phase of Dawn FM — a purgatory otherworld where live performance, theater and performance art collide for a night out at the club.”
Kanye West closed out Black History Month with the announcement that “The Future Brunch,” will air on Facebook on Tuesday, March 1.
AllHipHop.com was in attendance when Kanye hosted “The Future Brunch” on February 6 with Hollywood Unlocked’s Jason Lee. Black journalists from a variety of publications gathered to discuss brand ownership, disparities in black media, and the importance of controlling your own narrative.
On Monday (Feb. 28), Ye shared a clip from the brunch on social media to announce the news. “It’s something that feels so powerful and so calm about us just being together and us being connected,” he said. “This is a time when we not gonna back down. We not gonna have people say ‘Oh you need to stop communicating because you gonna look ramped up.’ Like, tell me what y’all need.”
“Let’s tell each other what we need from each other.” Kanye added.
“Controlling Our Narrative: The Future Brunch Conversation Going Up Tomorrow on Facebook.com / KanyeWest.”
Kanye West Says: “There Is No More Black History Month”
Kanye spoke about his concerns surrounding ‘trauma p###” and the narratives fed to the Black community by the writers of Black history.
“They talk down to us and then put us in boxes to control our minds and make us fearful. I just don’t have any fear left in me. All I have is love. I’ve been waiting for our community to take the power of our narrative back in our hands,” West continues, “I want us to control our own story. Our primary focus in America should be on empowering our Black leaders. It is critical that we join forces.”
Kanye West announced his mission to rename February’s celebration of Black history. “There is no more Black History Month,” he declared earlier this month.
“I don’t mind what others think of me, this isn’t about me. It’s all about who we are as a people. It’s about showing our children what we can become when we decide to write our own story. God uses me as a vessel and I believe we must invest in Black media. We declare Black Future Month to be about the future, not the past,” expresses West.
If you don’t know Big Court, get ready. He has been behind the scenes for a long time, but now he is making major moves with his new podcast “Holdin’ Court,” which has already featured Master P, Snoop Dogg, J. Prince, Ice-T, Tech N9ne and others.
Big Court made headlines when he defended Master P from Wack100, who offered unsolicited commentary on the No Limit mogul’s finances. A former rapper, Big Court has successfully transitioned from the streets to giving wise counsel to the likes of viral sensation Crip Mac. It cannot be easy, but the Kansas City, Missouri native makes it look good.
In this interview, Big Court talks being a No Limit Soldier, what he’s learned in the streets and being Master P’s right hand and more to Chuck “Jigsaw” Creekmur.
Machine Gun Kelly is finding it “hard” to find a wedding venue that matches his gothic aesthetic.
During an appearance on “The Late Late Show” with James Corden on Friday, the rapper described his wedding plans in the wake of his engagement to “Transformers” star Megan Fox.
Responding to when they’ll tie the knot, Kelly – real name Colson Baker – admitted he has a very specific vision for the ceremony.
“When they can build me a red river, with like, gothic… the location is hard,” he commented. “Trying to find a spot that matches my artistic (vision).”
Both Kelly and Fox have been open about their quirky lifestyle in the past, and as part of their engagement announcement in January, revealed that they “drank each other’s blood” following the musician’s proposal.
Coming out of Fayetteville, NC, Mr. Red Carpet stepped into the music industry in 2020 and has since been on an upward trajectory onto the radar of rap fans locally and internationally. His hit single “Japanese Stick” had the streets turnt along with his “Japanese Stick” EP and “Stamped And Sealed” EP. His abilities were unquestionable when it came to his penmanship and skills on the mic. Mr. Red Carpet has the talent, the bars, and the intensity on the beat that has seen him grow from a newcomer to an MVP in the rap game and he is only getting warmed up.
Mr. Red Carpet has accomplished massive achievements to date. Not only has he toured with Ugly Money Neichi after winning their Ugly Money Showcase, but he also won Moneybagg Yo’s, Bread Gang Tour Talent Search over 500 other artists. Mr. Red Carpet has been blazing a path to greatness without showing any signs of easing off the gas. He keeps the quality music coming and his next viral sensation will be his upcoming single, “Huh.” “Everybody got a Draco now they tuff, want your lick back for your man I wish you luck. Want some smoke you know was up you know it’s stuck, you know them switches wet you up.”
Mr. Red Carpet slides through clean on the hook delivering one of the smoothest flows to grace a hip-hop beat. Somehow, Mr. Red Carpet has taken the drill sound and created his own signature style making it appear effortless, but that’s far from the truth. It takes versatility from a creative artist like Mr. Red Carpet to pull off. The term “Huh” for the track originated from street slang he grew up using and is incorporated into the song as a response to anyone talking slick but when in person, they pretend it’s all cool with a whole different attitude.
2022 is going to belong to Mr. Red Carpet once “Huh” drops. Be on the lookout for the new single and accompanying music video soon.
Born and raised in Crenshaw, Dough the Freshkid unloads a pristine and refined work of art that blends opulent sonics and clairvoyant raps.
Rapper, visionary, and philanthropist Dough The Freshkid, also known as DTFK, releases his overly due album “K.E.Y.S” that is abbreviated as “Keep Evolving Your Self”.
With a weighty title and an even more demanding cover art that portrays him in a Tuxedo with just as elegant of a woman by his rib and a grand piano to the rear of him, the message is clear – a Black man can make it out of the difficult circumstances and overcome their travails to become a man of honor.
“As an independent artist, I’m trying to show growth through my business moves, attitude and music. The whole goal is to continue to grow and become better than you were yesterday,” he accentuated of the projects’ goal. The music is upper echelon and the raps are frank, convicted, believable, and exquisitely first rate.
Admirably, Dough who is a pillar in the Crenshaw community through his annual give-aways proficiently reflects on his journey in the music tackling common themes that occur in the Crenshaw community, but from a vantage point of overcoming the hazards many of the youth encounter.
On “Throw Up”, he cuts across Gang Culture, on “Whip It”, he magnifies allure of selling drugs as a means to shorthand poverty, but in very fun and enjoyable fashion (we smell a TikTok from this song), on “Checc N”, he alludes to the territorial aspect of Hip Hop regionalism where outsiders are required to be validated before walking into certain areas, on “Rich Blacks” he speaks on the growth and unity the black race should practice rather than the division through gang-affiliation, and so on.
Usually, projects that delve into the socio-cultural facets of community end up being preachy and judgemental, but DTFK bypasses these notions and quashes the stereotypes breezing through what is one of the most heralded 2022 projects so far in regards to continuity, cohesion, quality, and performance.
“It’s actually 2 songs in particular, “Chandeliers” and the self title “Keys” song. But the entire album is Dope, probably my best project to date” when we asked him what his favorite records were.
The staunch supporter of self-improvement through financial wellness and business has also teased more to suffice from the visual side of the project.
“We really took our time with Keys so we don’t just want to end it here with just music. Hopefully, later in the year, I could bring the world a 7-part video movie series of Keys. We’ve already started production” he mentions of not downing the tools just yet.
Rap has been gradually taking over the music scene in the U.S. because of the artistic liberty it allows. Musicians can weave stories, write poetry, and pour their hearts out while rapping. With this, rap is influencing a whole new wave of mainstream music for young talent in the industry. Contemporary rappers experiment fearlessly to bring a new style and flow to this genre. One such talent is the rapper RT. This young and talented music artist has been storming the electronic music scene for quite a few years. His unique style of rapping has already created an enormous fan base.
Rubin Theoc, or as he is formally known as RT, was raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He calls both Fort Lauderdale and Miami his home because its diverse music culture has helped him shape his career as a music artist. RT was passionate about music from a very young age. He loved listening to all genres of music and was fascinated by the distinct style and rhythm of each. This appreciation for multiple music genres has helped RT create his unique style of composition that has set him apart from his contemporaries.
With a career spanning over 12 years,RT has worked relentlessly to hone his craft and present the best to his audience. His mastery over RnB, pop, and hip-hop is behind the seamless cross-genre compositions he creates. RT can blend sounds from different genres to create cutting-edge music that is fresh yet seems familiar to the ears. His ability to glide between genres, taking the best from each of them in a single track, has helped him reach the masses and earn a huge fan base.
One of the biggest achievements of RT’s career is the release of his debut single, “Party All Night.” The song was ranked at #13 on the Billboard Hot Single Sales. RT’s unique approach to rapping was well-received by fans across the nation, making the song a smash hit. “Party All Night” created a new wave among music enthusiasts who were craving something new and fresh. Besides bringing recognition to RT in the music industry, “Party All Night” also paved the way for his rocking career in the U.S. music scene.
The distinctive appeal of RT’s music lies in the passion that it reflects. Each of RT’s songs is made for every mood and situation. Through his lyrics, beats, and rhythm, RT successfully connects to the listeners on a deeper level. His songs can make people fall in love once again and also soothe broken hearts. RT’s music can also make people groove to his tunes at a club or party. His music has a universal appeal that resonates with people of all age groups from all walks of life.
The success rapper RT has achieved over the years did not come easy. Growing up in a typical American family, RT had to work hard to fund his music career. He worked 2 jobs for 2 years to pay for his studio time and marketing. As a newbie in the industry, it was tough for him to carry on without any solid blueprint of his career. However, RT persisted and overcame all these struggles to become the rapper he is today.
Now, RT wants to inspire others through his music. He wants people to know that following your dreams can be tough, but all that hardship pays off in the end. With that, he will be continuing his journey in the industry for many more years to come, releasing more heart-touching music to his fans.
The music industry has evolved through a sea of change over the last decade. From production to music and even style, everything has been redefined by contemporary musicians who are storming the industry, giving a whole new dimension to traditional genres. Music producerDanny Hajj noticed this change during the early phase of his career and wanted to be a significant contributor to this welcoming industry. This eventually turned him into a manager, marketing for fresh music talent and helping them build a solid career in the industry from scratch.
Danny entered the music scene soon after he graduated and moved to Atlanta. At 22, Danny was already a music producer with the renowned, multi-platinum Grammy-nominated group Audio Cartel. Being a newbie in the industry with no mentor, it was initially quite challenging for Danny to find his footing, but he achieved it through hard work and a relentless thirst for learning new things. Throughout his career, Danny has been an avid learner and hasn’t stopped yet.
After a few years into production, Danny wanted to explore more possibilities in the music industry that are evolving in the digital era. He developed a business to assist musicians to scale up their careers from the ground level. Besides working as a music producer, Danny became a manager and media marketer for budding talent, helping them roll out smashing hits. He has guided prominent artists like 2kBaby and Fase Yoda to stardom. 2kBaby, known for his breakout song “Old Streets,” is currently signed to Warner Records. Fase Yoda is working with some of the top music labels like Young Thug’s Young Stoner Life Records and 300 Entertainment.
Danny has always valued original talent over brands. This is why he chose to help budding artists rather than being a manager to a popular musician. While the latter could have brought him immediate recognition and financial success, Danny’s present career gives him the sense of fulfillment that he has always craved for. He also wants fresh talent to have a smooth entry into the music scene by being their mentor. Today, Danny is the coach and manager he wanted during the initial phase of his career.
With the knowledge he has earned over the years working in the industry, Danny is paving the way for others to enter it. Danny feels that fresh talents have a new perspective on music that is needed to create something unique. As more and more contemporary artists are becoming experimental, Danny feels that genres are blending to emerge as a new trend in music. He wants to work with more aspiring artists who are truly passion-driven.
To take his mission to help budding talents rise beyond barriers, Danny has also started a non-profit organization Positive Visions, with Fase Yoda as his partner. The organization is funding higher education for underprivileged youth who have a strong goal and want to accomplish something in life.
Danny Hajj is looking forward to becoming a brand in the production and marketing space in the music industry. He wants to continue his journey of introducing more promising talent to the industry, fading barriers and boundaries between genres on their way.