Rap

The Notorious B.I.G.’s ‘Juicy’ is one of the most iconic hip-hop records of our generation. Although the a capella has been floating around forever, few producers have been brave enough to put their own spin on it. Flipping a record that massive is no easy feat but it seems JOKER is more than up to the task with ‘B.I.G’. The…

Yogi has a knack for making bangers with high profile artists (see ‘Burial’ & ‘Blow You Up’). Today he expands that formula tapping 3 6 Mafia’s Juicy J and adding in FUXWITHIT favorite Alexander Lewis. Juicy J comes through with unapologetic raps that fit perfectly over the slapping beat. The lyrics are simplistic and catchy while the beat perfectly flows…

Coming out off nowhere (presumably another planet) is Crash Land. They just blasted onto our radar with an amazing self-titled debut single and video. The countdown and knocking drums set the stage along with an intergalactic backdrop. As the countdown concludes we’re given a visually entrancing verse that takes us on an epic ride through space. The vocals move between raps and…

Milwaukee’s best, IshDARR, has been one of the most promising rappers in the game for a minute. Back in 2015 we named him one of the 8 Rappers You Should Be Listening To and over the past two years he’s only gotten better. Cementing this fact comes For The Better, a six cut EP that’s nothing short of flames. With production from…

From ‘Aquafina’ to ‘Vroom’ and ‘Late Night,’ anytime Goldlink and Falcons are on a track together you know it’s going to be special. Proving this yet again comes ‘Boo You Know.’ Falcons crafts a supreme backdrop equipped with some bay area bounce, tight 808s and strong progression. Goldlink skates over it with ease; whether it’s dropping swag-dripping verses or adlibing…

Nas and DJ Shadow are about as iconic and legendary as it gets. I never imagined them coming together on a track but it’s 2017 and collaboration has never been at a better place. Proving this once more comes ‘Systematic’. The cut sees Shadow crafting a wild backdrop which is part classic boom-bap and part futuristic. Nas provides fitting bars…

Kendrick Lamar’s DAMN. has been the most talked about album in recent time. Yesterday Kendrick dropped a visual for one of the albums standouts ‘DNA’. Today Mr. Carmack has decided to put his own touch on it with a fresh remix. In tru eCarmack fashion, the producer layers Kendricks’ vocal over mind-bending bass. The intensity doesn’t last forever though, as…

The most highly anticipated album of the year has arrived. Kendrick Lamar’s DAMN. is now available to stream. The 14 track offering features Rihanna, UZ, James Blake, Mike WiLL Made-It, DJ Dahi and more. But you’re not really here for them, you’re here for K.Dot. And boy does he deliver. It’s way too early to start analyzing eveything but be assured…

Conrad Clifton presents the second single from his debut album! ‘Nitemare’ will leave you with chills while vibing to its grime-influenced beat. Compared to the previously released single, ‘Infinity Pool‘, this tune takes on a much darker mood. A subtle and heavy bassline blankets over some synths, which are mostly deep at first. That is, until 2/3 of the way…

On the last episode of Frank Ocean’s Blonded Radio series, we were treated to the lush and boastful ‘Chanel.’ This time around he’s joined by Jay Z and fellow Odd Future alum, Tyler, The Creator. On ‘Biking,’ Hov delivers his best Future impression before transitioning into his signature braggadocio bars. Tyler came with an impressive verse, referencing his previous Frank…