31/01/2015

''Hellraisers'' by DMC, Chuck D, PMD, MC Serch, Terminator X, DJ Eclipse & Big KO


HELLRAISERS featuring DMC, PMD, MC Serch, Chuck D, Terminator X and DJ Eclipse. Produced by BIG K.O. Video directed by Rob Martin

Mack Maine – ‘P*ssy Whipped’ (Feat. Skip & Holly)

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Mack Maine isn’t going to let the current fued between Lil Wayne and Cash Money stop him from doing his own thing. He’s back today with Skip and Holly from his own Hollygrove for ‘P*ssy Whipped’. Stay tuned for Food 4 Thought.
Hit the jump.

Ne-Yo – ‘She Knows (Remix)’ (Feat. The-Dream, Trey Songz & T-Pain)

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Ne-Yo celebrates the release of Non-Fiction with a big remix to ‘She Knows‘ which originally featured just Juicy J. He grabs Trey Songz, The-Dream and even uses the verse from T-Pain’s version which he dropped in November. 
via 2DBZ

Chance The Rapper & The Social Experiment Cover The FADER

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Chance The Rapper and his band The Social Experiment are gracing the cover of The FADER’s 96th issue. For the cover story, writer Andrew Nosnitsky traveled to Chance The Rapper’s rented home in L.A. to know why the 21 year old has given up solo fame to collaborate with The Social Experiment so early in his career. Read the full story here.

Jay Z To Buy Music Streaming Service Aspiro (WiMP) for $56 Million


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Jay Z the business man keeps hustling and his latest venture is a music streaming service by the name of WiMP. The 45 year old rapper is venturing into the world by buying the Scandinavian music streaming company for $56 million.

Majestic | DJ Mix [SBTV Beats]

Big Narstie keeps it real about Grime

Big Narstie gives us his take on what Chip had to say about in his Fire in the booth.

Joey Bada$$ - B4.Da.$$ Album Review | DEHH

Joey Bada$$ has garnered respect from all of us here at Dead End Hip Hop. We have reviewed his solo work in addition to his projects with Pro Era. 'B4.Da.$$' (pronounced Before Da Money) is his debut album that was released on January 20th, 2015 by Cinematic Music Group and Relentless Records. January 20th was also Joey’s 20th birthday. The album is available digitally on iTunes and sold 53,990 units its first week garnering scoring a Top 5 debut. 

Chance The Rapper In GQ Magazine + "Worldstar Headquarters" Sneak Peek + Ted 2 Trailer Released

The trailer for Ted 2 (ft. Mark Wahlberg) was released, and up and comer Chance The Rapper talks upcoming music and personal style in a spread for GQ Magazine. Lil Wayne and Birdman may end up settling after all, and a sneak peek at ADD's original series Worldstar Headquarters premiering February 12th! All this and more on The Drop! #ADD #TheDrop

Terri Walker ft Frisco | Bad Boy [Music Video]: SBTV

Terri Walker ft Frisco | Bad Boy [Music Video]: SBTV

NoLay Ft. P Money & Blacks - Don't Stop [@OfficialNolay]

NoLays latest mixtape Holy Sinners is out now and available for free download http://shar.es/1o0Cx4 and here is 'Don't Stop' which features P Money & Blacks.

Westwood - Gappy Ranks Crib Session freestyle

Gappy Ranks going in at the Crib Session with a hot freestyle!

QUILL VS PURPOSE | Dont Flop Rap Battle

Who you got winning?

Flowdan & Manga w/ The Bug - Outlook Party London [30-1-2015]

Flowdan, Manga & The Bug got things popping with nothing but energy in their set from the Outlook party in London and here is some of the action from their set.

30/01/2015

The Four Owls - Think Twice (Prod. DJ Premier) (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Uk rap group get a track produced by Primo, which is pretty much the hip hop equivalent to getting a knighthood
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1Xtra Hip Hop Debate - Highlights

Charlie Sloth Talks about if competition is healthy for the scene with a panel of rappers, industry people and young people.

Kanye West - Only One ft. Paul McCartney (Video)


  New video from Kanye featuring Paul McCartney, Ye showing a more personal side in this one.

The Heavytrackerz - TRKRZ Ft. Stormzy, P Money, D Double E, Youngs Teflon + MORE @Heavytrackerz

"TRKRZ" Ft. Youngs Teflon, Footsie & D Double E, P Money, Stormzy, Big Narstie, Flirta D, Youngs Teflon & Desperado

PIFF VS CAKES PRESENTED BY WEGOHARDTV Battle

URLTV affiliate WeGoHardTV releases dope match up between Piff & Cakes.

Sneakbo vs Management: Are Artists From 'Road' More Likely To Be Ripped Off?

Last week, Sneakbo publicly outed his manager Vash in an Instagram post saying that being young and not fully understanding the music industry he was robbed out of 25 grand through PPL (PPL licenses recorded music played in public and distributes the fees as royalties to its members).

Peanut Live 215 Big Brother

Peanut Treats His Sister Boyfriend With Lv

Big Sean – ‘Blessings’ (Remix) (Feat. Drake & Kanye West)

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Still not over listening to Big Sean and Drake’s ‘Blessings’? Well, hold tight because the official remix/alternate version of the single has been unveiled, now featuring the one and only Kanye West along with Drizzy. Does the G.O.O.D Music boss add new spice to it or do you prefer the original version? Listen to the song that we were able to rip from Dash Radio and let us know.
they tryna compromise my condom size, so I snapchat that whole sh*t.” – Kanye

Meek Mill – ‘B-Boy’ (Feat. Big Sean & A$AP Ferg) (Video)

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We’ve heard about this collaboration a few times and here goes Meek Mill’s ‘B-Boy’ with an all star feature cast of Big Sean and A$AP Ferg. Keep in mind that this is a random edit of an unmastered version of this. This banger is set to appear on Dreams Worth More Than Money. Who went the hardest?
Check it out below.

Big Sean – ‘Blessings’ (Feat. Drake)

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Big Sean and Drake collab for their brand new collaboration called ‘Blessings’ which serves as the new single from Sean’s forthcoming third album Dark Sky Paradise, dropping February 24. After the success of ‘I Don’t F*ck With You’, the G.O.O.D. Music rapper will be hoping for another hit on the charts.

Suge Knight Wanted By Police After Hit & Run Kills A Man

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Suge Knight and the world trouble are synonymous. Just 6 months ago, he was shot six times during a club appearance with Chris Brown and today, Suge Knight is allegedly involved in a tragic hit and run which has led to the death of a man.

Ludacris – ‘Truffle Butter’

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Ludacris chooses Nicki Minaj’s ‘Truffle Butter’ featuring Drake and Lil Wayne as his next Luda Verses beat and uses the flow well. Listen to his version below.

Anjali World – ‘Nobody (Remix)’ (Feat. Sage The Gemini & Tyga)

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Anjali World has been slowly making a name for herself on the West Coast with her songs ‘Nobody’ and ‘We Turn Up’ featuring French Montana. The singer of Indian origin has a marine science degree from UC Berkeley and is the daughter of Vivek Ranadivé, majority owner of the Sacramento Kings.
She now recruits Sage The Gemini and retains Tyga for the official remix of his song ‘Nobody’ which you can stream below.

Juvenile – ‘Hanging On’ (Feat. Skip & Lil Cali)

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Juvenile’s new Mardi Gras II mixtape is coming next month and in anticipation of the same, the Rap veteran shares another track today called ‘Hanging On’. Nice track.

Maino – ‘MVP’

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The self-proclaimed King Of Brooklyn (that’s big homie to you) is back after his ‘Sean Combs‘ track with a new track where he spits from start to finish titled ‘MVP’. Take a listen below.

2 Chainz – ‘Stones’ (Feat. Yung Joc & Jimmy 2 Tymes)

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2 Chainz released his T.R.U. Jack City just two days ago but the income of new and free music doesn’t stop there. Here’s ‘Stones’ featuring Yung Joc and Jimmy 2 Tymes.
Hit the jump.

Ace Hood – ‘Mr. Nice Guy’

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Ace Hood’s recent songs have been pretty solid but they’ve been slept on. He’s back today and no it’s more ‘Mr. Nice Guy’, he vents over A$AP Rocky’s ‘Lord Pretty Flacko Jodye II‘ which is produced by Nez & Rio.Listen after the break.

29/01/2015

Kanye West Talks About Having More Children & Previews ‘Only One’ Video

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Kanye West stopped by on the Ellen show and he previewed the ‘Only One‘ video with Paul McCartney which looks like an emotional visual to match the record and is filmed like a home video. Ye also spoke on changing after having a family and revealed that he’s trying to have more children. Ellen also did a little rap for Ye.
Watch all clips after the jump.

The-Dream – ‘That’s My Sh*t’ (Feat. T.I.) (Video)

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The-Dream’s Crown EP is set to hit the stores a little later in the year on March 31st with a Jewel date still to be announced. For now, he and Tip are busy living your dreams in the visuals for ‘That’s My Sh*t‘. Along with the other single ‘Fruition‘.

Rihanna Covers i-D Magazine

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With her eight studio album, reportedly titled R8 due anytime soon, Rihanna graces the cover of i-D magazine for their latest music issue. Bad gal RiRi, who is always experimenting with her looks rocks braids on the cover which was shot by photographer Paolo Roversi.
Rihanna’s new album is led by the single ‘FourFiveSeconds‘ featuring Kanye West and Paul McCartney and expected to have contributions from Mike WiLL Made-It, Ne-Yo, DJ Mustard and more.

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T.I. – ‘G’ Sh*t’ (Feat. Jeezy & WatchTheDuck) (Short Film)

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T.I. and his good friend Jeezy combine forces for a short film treatment for their latest collaboration ‘G’ Sh*t’, also featuring WatchTheDuck. The song appears on Tip’s latest album Paperwork. In The Chris Robinson-directed film, the two take us back to the Prohibition era of the 1920s where sale of alcoholic beverages having an alcohol content of greater than 2.75 percent were banned. It’s pretty well done.

Kid Ink – ‘About Mine’ (Feat. Trey Songz)

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Kid Ink has dropped plenty of solid records off his sophomore album Full Speedwhich officially hits stores February 3rd. And if you still aren’t convinced on picking a copy (purchase here), here’s another one from the L.A. rapper called ‘About Mine’ where he recruits the services of Trey Songz on the vocals and DJ Mustard on the production. Press play below.

Bobby Brackins – ‘Hot Box (Remix)’ (Feat. Iamsu!, Too Short & Mila J)

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Bobby Brackins seems to find a way to return to the spotlight every now and then. His latest single ‘Hot Box’ is going up in spins on the radio and he’s now recruited Iamsu!, Too Short and Mila J for the official remix to further push it. Listen to the catchy tune from the Oakland emcee below.

Juicy J – ‘A Tale Of Two Citiez’ (Remix)


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With his new album The Hustle Continues releasing later this year and his new mixtape Blue Dream & Lean 2 coming soon, Juicy J celebrates J. Cole’s 30th birthday by dropping a remix over his song ‘A Tale of 2 Citiez’ from 2014 Forest Hills Drive. Produced by Vinylz.

Lil Wayne To Sue Birdman For $51 Million

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The ongoing feud between Lil Wayne and his “father” Birdman will not die anytime soon. After taking shots at the Cash Money honcho all over his latest mixtape Sorry 4 The Wait 2, Weezy has now decided to sue him.

P110 - P Money, Little Dee, Blacks & Jendor (OGz) [Cypher]

Much overdue!

Lupe Fiasco - Tetsuo & Youth Album Review | DEHH

Lupe Fiasco's 'Tetsuo & Youth' is the fifth and final studio album released on January 20, 2015, by Atlantic Records and 1st & 15th Entertainment. 

Snoop Dogg #EAT24 Super Bowl Commercial 2015

Do you yell at household appliances? Have you ever cried over egg rolls? Do you smell ham and pineapple even though there's no pizza around? If you said yes to any of these questions, you're Hangry (Hungry + Angry). You need EAT24, the app that tells hunger to shut up.

Nitty Scott talks feminism & being sexy + Ebro exposes her KDot past!!

Nitty Scott talks body image, her bisexuality, & dating Kendrick Lamar?

On the Red Carpet with the Stars and Creators of A$AP Rocky's "Dope" | Sundance 2015

The film ended up selling for a cool $7 Million.

Slim Thug - The Top (2015 Official Music Video)

Slim Thugg has a slew of new releases planned for 2015. The first up is the album, Hogg Life: The Beginning, which will drop on February 3rd.
Here's the official music video for a track off of it entitled "The Top."

Dr. Dre's New Protégé Is a 23-Year Old White Rapper From Texas


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Wiley, Skepta, Chip, Stormzy, Jammer, Lethal B & More | Snakes & Ladders Tour Grime Set [GRM Daily]

Wiley Snakes & Ladders Tour Grime Set featuring Skepta, Chip, Stormzy, Jammer, Lethal B, Solo + More

Run The Jewels – ‘Lie, Cheat, Steal’ (Video)

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Following the duo’s televised performance of the song on Conan last week, Run The Jewels release the official music video for ‘Lie, Cheat, Steal’, one of the standouts from their sophomore album Run The Jewels 2. Watch Killer Mike and El-P and go berserk in the Ruff Mercy-directed visual below.

G-Unit – ‘The Beast Is G Unit’ (Track List & Release Date)

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G-Unit made a huge comeback last year and followed it up with the release of their The Beauty of Independence EP which got a good reaction from fans. The team of 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, Tony Yayo, Young Buck and Kidd Kidd will return with the second EP — The Beast Is G-Unit on Tuesday, March 3rd.

28/01/2015

Flo Rida – ‘Girl’s Mine’

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Flo Rida is currently pushing his new single ‘GDFR‘ featuring Sage The Gemini which is slowly gaining traction on the radio. But he’s back today with a new freebie called ‘Girl’s Mine’ where he goes back to his Pop sound. Stream or download it below.

N.E.R.D – ‘Squeeze Me’(Video)

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N.E.R.D get animated for the official video for ‘Squeeze Me’, their main contribution to the soundtrack of Spongebob Movie: Sponge Out Of Water. You can watch the clip as well as hear the other two tracks from the soundtrack,’Patrick Star’ and ‘Sandy Squirrel’ below.

Fashawn – ‘Guess Who’s Back’

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Fresno emcee Fashawn will release his sophomore album The Ecology on February 24th via Nas’ Mass Appeal Records. On the project, he has guest appearances from artists and producers like Nas, Aloe Blacc, Dom Kennedy, BJ The Chicago Kid, Alchemist, Exile, DJ Khalil and more.

Yo Gotti – ‘Concealed’ (Video)

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The title track from Yo Gotti’s Concealed mixtape gets the visual treatment today. The tape dropped with no notice last Monday. Gotti kicks it in the streets and stunts with some cars.

Jodeci – ‘Every Moment’

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Jodeci is pretty serious about their comeback. After reuniting at the 2014 Soul Train Awards with their single ‘Nobody Wins‘ featuring B.o.B, the four legends of R&B return with their follow single ‘Every Moment’.
This time, they slow things down and remind you of their prime run in the 90s. Listen to DeVante Swing, Joel “JoJo” Hailey, Cedric “K-Ci” Hailey and Dalvin DeGrate croon after the break.

Tiara Thomas – ‘Fly As Hell’ (Video)

Not only can Tiara sing well, she can rap pretty neat too. The sexy singer drops a quick video for her one minute freestyle called ‘Fly As Hell’, directed by Shane Adams and filmed in one continuous shot. Lookout for her debut album dropping later this year.

Joey Bada$$ Makes Curry Chicken and Waffles with John Seymour of Sweet Chick

To celebrate the release of his debut album, B4.Da.$$, rapper Joey Bada$$ heads to Brooklyn-based chicken-and-waffles joint Sweet Check to hang out with proprietor John Seymour. The duo decides to turn "Curry Chicken"—Joey's favorite childhood dish, and the title of one of his new songs—into a brand-new Sweet Chick dish. They're so pleased with the results that they host a party and impromptu performance at the restaurant to share it with friends—but not before the "Bada$$ Waffle" gets the seal of approval from the Joey's mom.

K Camp Finds A New Way To Cut Her Off "Teleport" GGN

This week on GGN, K Camp stops by to talk about the success of his single "Cut Her Off", as well as the release of his new project "One Way". He also shows us how to teleport in and out of precarious situations. All this and more on this week's GGN... ubitchu!!! 

The Combat Jack Show - The J. Cole Episode (Audio)

J. Cole details the inspiration behind '2014 Forest Hills Drive', his battle with expectations, wanting to sign Kendrick Lamar when they first met and his thoughts regarding the shots-ridden "Control" verse. Cole also talks the hip hop culture shift that inspired "Fire Squad", consciously staying out of Drake's lane while creating his own, what happened that eventful night with Diddy, visiting Ferguson, his new outlook on life and how he became a voice of his generation.

QOTR SPARRING SESSION VICKY MYERS vs S.O. FINESSE Battle

Q.O.T.R.L.A. is here to stay and were here with another dope battle. Two of Los Angeles top talent go bar for bar to see who's the best. S.O. Finesse (Carson C.A.) brings her aggressive word play to the platform while Vicky Myers (Lynwood C.A.) brings her punchline style to the fight. Who will be considered the Queen of this bout?

Noisey Atlanta - Gucci Mane & Jeezy: Trap Lords - Episode 3

Thomas continues his conversation with Coach K about the origin of trap music, beginning with Young Jeezy's 2004 mixtape, Tha Streets Iz Watchin (according to Coach). Both Coach and super producer Zaytoven—who rose to prominence alongside Gucci Mane—explain the explosion of the genre and eventual beef between Young Jeezy and Gucci Mane. We quickly learn that Gucci Mane has not only become one of the most significant rappers in the Atlanta scene, but has so much leverage that his opinion can essentially decide the career trajectory of any new rapper trying to make it. What's perhaps most impressive is that Gucci's influence is still just as prominent as ever—even though he's currently locked up until 2016.

Too $hort - The Smokebox

Legendary rapper, Too $hort steps into the Smokebox with B-Real to discuss influences, longevity, the evolution of hip-hop and it's culture, The Notorious BIG, Snoop Dogg, his upcoming album, evolution of marijuana, & much more while enjoying Dr. Greenthumb's private stash with the phuncky feel tips!

Lil Wayne Is Taking Nicki & Drake, 2 Chainz For Mayor, Father Discusses Cultural Appropriation

Today on DX Daily, TMZ reports that sources close to Weezy have stated that if the emcee leaves he’ll be taking Drake and Nicki Minaj with him. 2 Chainz sets his sights for political office as a possible candidate for College Park, Georgia mayor. Last, Atlanta artist Father talks new project Who’s Gonna Get F***** First, label Awful Records and gives opinion on the cultural appropriation debate. 

Tech Heavy Ep. 5 (Snoop's G Pen Review)


#HardestBars Chip, K Koke, J Hus, Bully, Ms Banks [S7 EP3]

Best Bars out right now

27/01/2015

Big Sean's "Dark Sky Paradise" + Chrissy Teigen & John Legend Cover GQ + Rihanna "Four Five Seconds"


Big Sean released his new album "Dark Sky Paradise" and Rihanna may have found a new genre of music with "FourFiveSeconds." Plus hot Hollywood couple Chrissy Teigen & John Legend grace the cover of GQ magazine. All this and more on today's episode of The Drop! #ADD #TheDrop

Donae'O ft Lumidee & D Double E - I Want Your Love (Official Video)

Pre-order I Want Your Love Now: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/i-w...

DJ Philly & 210 Presents DJ Pings ITCH FM Interview (18-JAN-2015)

DJ Philly & 210 Presents King Underground (DJ Pings) ITCH FM Interview (18-JAN-2015)

Tracksideburners Radio Show

John Witherspoon: "There Won't Be A 4th Friday Because of Chris Tucker"; Talks Becoming Star; Money

Stay tuned for part 2!

Thisis50 & Young Jack Thriller recently spoke with John Witherspoon for an exclusive interview!

John Witherspoon speaks on getting paid, taking 20 years to become a star, Comedians today, his son JD Witherspoon, says there wont be a 4th Friday because of Chris Tucker & much more!

Akala | Sixteen 16's | Ep. 10

Akala Knowledge is Power Vol2 coming spring 2015 - For the next 16 weeks in the run up to release Akala will drop a fresh exclusive 16

Big Sean Gives A Tour of his hometown Detroit, MI | The Neighborhood

Take a Tour of Detroit with Big Sean.

Naomi Campbell Opens Up About Working W/ Bill Cosby, Michael Jackson, Diversity in Modeling & Empire

She's been on over 500 magazine covers in her lifetime -- and now, Supermodel Naomi Campbell, stops by Sway in the Morning.

1Xtra@ Stone Love Soundsystem Jamaica 2015

David Rodigan, Seani B and Toddla T perform at Stone Love’s legendary residency - Weddy Weddy Wednesdays.

Action Bronson Speaks Candidly on Thick Women, Twitter Beefs and Sampling Classics

Action Bronson joins the Sway In The Morning studios to fill us in on his recent Twitter beefs, thoughts on thick women and sampling classics on "Mr. Wonderful."

Travis Scott – ‘Nothing But Net’ (Feat. PARTYNEXTDOOR & Young Thug) + ‘High Fashion’ (Feat. Future)

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Travis Scott has a treat for his fans tonight. Aside from announcing the Rodeo tourwith Young Thug, he has also unleashed two new songs. One is called ‘Nothing But Net’ featuring PND and Young Thug which was previewed by him a while ago. The other is the Future-featured ‘High Fashion’. Stream both tunes below.

Fetty Wap – ‘Trap Queen (Remix)’ (Feat. French Montana)

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After French Montana teased this on Instagram, he’s back to shake the block with his remix of Fetty Wap’s ‘Trap Queen’ which has been catching a little bit of buzz. Mac & Cheese 4 still has no release date.
Take a listen to the record below.

Migos – ‘Computers’ (Feat. Bobby Shmurda)

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Migos and Bobby Shmurda give us something new from their Shmigo Gang mixtape with Domingo, Rowdy Rebel and Rich The Kid which is due January 29th. It’s a freestyle with Bobby handling the intro and outro which was clearly recorded behind bars. Listen below.