JAY Z’s #NewRules campaign continues as the Brooklyn MC unveils a new trailer to his upcoming music video for “Picasso Baby” which is featured on his new album Magna Carta Holy Grail. More importantly, Hov is linking up with HBO to premiere his special art performance visual and excersing an alternative option besides simply taking his act to familiar territory like YouTube. Check out the preview released by HBO today and get a glimpse of what’s to come.
As fans approach a much needed weekend, Action Bronson generously offers up a brand new track titled “Water Sports” featuring Big Body Res and sporting production from Harry Fraud. The track is backed by a familiar flute sample you’ve probably heard one of your favorite rappers go in over such as Curren$y but not like the way Bronson does it. The Queens native effortlessly goes to work while Bid Body Res throws out some comments over the smooth production that sounds like a Saaab Stories extra.
After a series of subliminal disses seemingly directed toward fellow Philly rapper Gillie Da Kid, it would appear that Meek Mill’s choice words have initiated another lyrical beef. After catching wind of the MMG artist’s comments via his twitter account, Gille officially has responded with a full out diss track titled “King of Philly” where he calls into question Meek’s street credibility and proclaims himself the king of Philadelphia.
The Game returns to reality TV with the second season of VH1’s Marrying The Game. The show focuses on the ups and downs of rapper Game and his fiancé Tiffney Cambridge’s relationship as they attempt to seal the deal on their pending marriage. If you follow the show, you’ll remember the first season ended with Cambridge deciding last minute to cancel their marriage. Season two will chronicle the events that followed and focus on Game’s ordeal of having to balance his relationship as well as his demanding career. Watch below to see the official trailer to the upcoming season which is set to premiere August 5.
After giving the Skee TV cameras an exclusive behind-the-scenes look into the makings of his new music video for, “YODO”, the Long Beach native turns around and drops the completed visual. Featured on his upcoming Apex Predator LP, the lyrical wordsmith kicks some introspective rhymes and cautionary tales about getting caught up in the deadly traps of the streets. Watch the latest offering from the C.O.B. head honcho and be sure to pick up Apex Predator dropping on July 30.
It’s was recently that time again in Houston, Texas for Trae The Truth’s annual Trae Day event. Never one to forget where he came from, Trae The Truth gives back to the community with a series of live performances, games and school supplies for the kids, and free vaccinations. Watch the video recap of some of the highlights throughout the day and hear Trae speak from the heart to the public on his motivation for holding Trae Day. Look out for cameos from some of your favorite artists who also attended like Problem, Lil Scrappy, and Trinidad James.
Meek Mill drops a short trailer with a few visuals fans can expect to see from the Philly native in his new music video for his hit single “Levels”. Directed by Hype Williams, the preview showcases some lavish MMG livin’ equipped with all the fine perks like a yacht, an exotic looking mansion, a luxurious Rolls Royce, bottles of Ciroc and of course a beautiful model. The cinematic appearance of the video also helps to build anticipation for its full unveiling. MMG fans can look forward to Self Made Vol. 3 dropping on its new release date of September 17.
As A$AP Ferg’s Trap Lord LP approaches its August 20 release date, the Harlem native decides to reveal the project’s official artwork. Keeping it simple, the trap lord is showcased with a side profile in a black and white photo. If you look closely to the detail you can also see what appears to be a crucifix just above Ferg’s head.
Trina steps back into the spotlight with her latest single, “Ass Fat”, which will be featured on the Miami native’s upcoming project apparently releasing under French Montana’s Coke Boys imprint. The new bouncy club anthem is an ode to Trina’s voluptuous assets and finds the female MC dropping braggadocios rhymes alongside Meek who spits a hook breaking down his physical preference for women.
Chief Keef delivers a new leak off his upcoming Almighty Sosa mixtape titled “I Ain’t Done Turnin’ Up”. The upbeat track finds the young rapper in his usual auto-tuned pocket trying to keep the energy up and during the hook portion of the song repeating “I ain’t done turnin’ up bitch”.
On Keef’s second offering off Almighty Sosa, “Go To Jail”, the 17-year-old rapper attempts to stay on beat with his lazy overly auto-tuned flow and talks about trying to distance himself from his drug dealing past.
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