Lupe Fiasco just dropped a surprise EP or mixtape or whatever you wanna call it. The 6 track SoundCloud playlist features all new music and each track is pretty impressive with regard to Lupe’s bars. The kid has always been good with piecing words together and his experience in rap shines through on these tracks. Addressing social and political issues…
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After a week jam packed with crazy releases this weeks FUXWITHITFRIDAYS is crazy stacked. We’ve got a little bit of everything with the latest from Diplo and Sleepy Tom getting things going. From there we’ve got trap heat from QUIX, Big Makk and Medasin and twerk jams from Lexxmatiq and U4euh. Plus a new collab from Bro Safari and Boombax Cartel.…
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The term ‘Bass Music’ may seem intentionally vague, and that’s because it is, though I am learning that this is more out of necessity than apathy. When I first heard this term years ago I thought it was lazy. “Why bother labeling something if the label does not specifically describe what it is? All dance music has bass”. With my…
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“Escuchela…la ciudad respirando” the opening sample of Blackstar’s ‘Repiration’ translates to “Listen to it, the city breathing”. A perfect sample for a track that so perfectly captures the feeling of city life. Mos deliver the first verse giving listeners a strong visual of NYC laced with political commentary and intelligent metaphors, “The shiny Apple is bruised but sweet and if you choose…
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Flipping a track by Keys N Krates is no easy feat, flipping one of their most iconic releases is even more risky. But after a year of murdering tracks it looks like NGHTMRE was up for the challenge. Taking on ‘Dum Dee Dum’ the LA producer revitalizes the tune with retooled drums, deeper bass and some vocal chops that are…
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If you were lucky enough to attend Keys N Krates epic birthday bash earlier this month, then you probably remember hearing the world premiere of their new single ‘I Know U’. For those who missed it, don’t worry, the official release is here! The new tune teeters on the brink of future bass with some hip-hop and trap elements. Unsurprisingly the title comes from…
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Goldlink and Louie Lastic showcased their chemistry on The God Complex with tracks like ‘Planet Paradise’ and ‘Bedtime Story’. Today they’re back together for the smooth groove ‘Movin On’. The track has a futuristic bounce, with an 80’s influenced sound. The production evokes images of white linen, bikinis, sandy beaches, palm trees and clear ocean water. Goldlink raps about circumnavigating the…
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Mr Carmack’s influence is undeniable. Every young artist creating gritty, dark trap music is a student of the legendary producer in some shape, form or fashion. One of the brightest pupils of this school is Woolymammoth. The San Francisco based beat maker was a shoo-in for our Most Inventive Producers feature and each release continues to cement his position on…
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LA based producer and Athletixx cofounder, Promnite, continues to show his range on his latest release ‘Through The Night’. His most laidback vibe to date, the song will take you on a wavy journey…through the night. The vocals are one part synthetic and one part emotional; simplistic and catchy and guaranteed to pull you in. Scoop that special someone and…
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No Lac Lac on this joint, rather Big K.R.I.T. brings out his classic Monte Carlo for a spin. ’86’ is a down south banger for the whip which features amazing guitar rifts and a classic bass line. This is one for the road so put the windows down and turn the music up when you ride out to this joint.…
