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Ciryl Gane enjoys the great outdoors. Jon Jones studies his opponent. Geoff Neal pushes himself at the PI. Champ Valentina Shevchenko wraps up a global training camp. UFC 285 is on Saturday, March 4.
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Almost 9 tons of cocaine hidden in a single shipping container was seized by police in Ecuador. Concealed in a shipment of bananas, the drugs were headed for Belgium from the port terminal of Guayaquil - a major transit hub for the cocaine trade.
The drugs were worth $330 million in Europe.
The seizure underscores Ecuador’s growing importance in the global drug-trafficking business, in which it has grown to be a key transit hub in the last decade. Cocaine produced in the South American nations of Colombia, Bolivia & Peru often pass through the massive port in Guayaquil en route to Europe & the U.S.
In 2021, authorities seized more than 200 tons of drugs, nearly double that of the previous year. During 2020, Ecuador seized the third largest volume of drugs in the world, behind Colombia & the U.S.
So much cocaine is being seized that Ecuadorian authorities are turning it into concrete by combining it with cement, sand & water, supported by the United Nations’ Office on Drugs and Crime. The government can’t burn enough seized cocaine fast enough & the method has given authorities a way to dispose of large amounts of cocaine in a matter of days.
Ecuador has blamed Mexican drug cartels for a spike in violence that has accompanied a growth in drug seizures. The incursion by both the Sinaloa Cartel & Jalisco New Generation Cartel into Ecuador has fueled an increasingly bloody & aggressive drug war that resembles violence seen during the worst days of the Mexican drug war.
Decapitated heads found in the streets & bodies left hanging from bridges are an increasingly common occurrence in Ecuador, which only a few years ago was one of Latin America’s most peaceful countries. As local gangs team up with Mexico cartels to win control of the drug market, murder rates have soared & a record number of Ecuadorians are trying to migrate to the U.S.
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With the goal of consistency, Coca Lavoe is back dropping his fourth Paper Chaser installment. Produced once again by the heavy-hitting Desue. On this record, Coca Lavoe shows that he is here to stay,while he walks you into a room full of emotion and pain endured by him, Desue and many of us here today. Unlike many artists who paint false pictures and narratives, Coca keeps it entirely genuine with his unorthodox flows & rebuttals as he draws and jots lines on Desue’s canvases. Instead of dropping audio this week Coca & Desue partnered with a local graphic designer (Angel) and a talented 14-year-old video editor to shoot this PaperChaserDotCom exclusive. Kicking the shit in a downtown loft, Coca casually recorded and filmed this quick classic while smoking some of the best gas to touch Rochester. Make sure to go follow Coca Lavoe asap, as his following has been growing rapidly. Be on the look out for what Coca and Desue Cook Up next!
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Armed robbers who allegedly stormed into a church in Missouri were reportedly foiled when the pastor & congregation prayed for them.
Former police officer Marquaello Futrell, pastor of All Creation Northview Holiness Family Church in Ferguson, Missouri, said that the alleged would-be robbers were apprehended by the Holy Spirit during the Sunday morning service on Feb. 12.
The incident broke out when a man carrying 2 bags entered the church & started asking questions of the children's services director.
4 young men in masks then entered the church.
"Me being a former police officer, I immediately noticed their waistbands. I’m like, 'There’s something there,'" the pastor said.
Another member of the church later witnessed one of the individuals in the group dropping a firearm. Instead of causing panic among his congregation, Futrell continued with the scheduled service & promptly notified the police.
The pastor ultimately approached the men who were sitting in the back, telling them he still had "a cop anointing."
"Don’t you play with me," he told the young men. "I still got a cop anointing & I still know what’s going on & I still know what’s about to happen. God’s about to change the plot of the enemy. Lift your voices and shout unto God for what he’s about to do."
After they agreed to receive prayer, the congregation prayed for the young men for several minutes.
"See, that wasn’t so bad, brothers," Futrell told the men after the church had prayed for them. "Thank you all for letting us pray for you. And we’re thankful that for whatever reason, the Lord let you all come here. That when you walked on the ground, you walked on Holy Ghost turf."
The Ferguson Police Department later confirmed that the 4 men left the church. The investigation is reportedly continuing.
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"Silent Men" is the single from Passport Rav and Bloo Azul. Available now on all streaming platforms.
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Philadelphia native and OBH Records Capo, Lik Moss, drops official visuals for his "Car Confessions Freestyle."
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Ciryl Gane stretches his jet lag away. Jon Jones trains for deep waters and recounts his previous wins. Both former champions have their sights set on heavyweight gold. UFC 285 is on Saturday, March 4.
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UFC 285 Countdown previews the return of former light heavyweight champ Jon Jones, who faces Ciryl Gane for the vacant heavyweight belt. UFC 285 main card action kicks off on Saturday, March 4, at 10pm ET / 7pm PT.
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Made Men Mafia CEO Don Gunna teams up with his blood brother FSG Rell for "Welcome to the Hardknocks." Off of Gunna's "Who's Don Gunna" EP.
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CNN - Arizona authorities targeting the Sinaloa drug cartel have seized narcotics estimated to be worth more than $13 million, including more than 4.5 million fentanyl pills, 3,100 pounds of methamphetamine & large quantities of heroin, cocaine & fentanyl powder, according to the Drug Enforcement Administration.
The agency said the seizure was the culmination of a 3-year-long investigation during which 150 people had so far been charged.
“The fentanyl seized represents more than 30 million potentially lethal doses,” the DEA said.
Authorities displayed some of the recovered narcotics at a joint news conference Thursday.
“The sample you see here today is staggering. There are over 4.5 million fentanyl pills, over 140 pounds of fentanyl powder, over 135 kilos of cocaine, over 3,000 pounds of methamphetamine, 35 kilos of heroin, 49 firearms & over $2 million in cash,” Interim Tempe Police Chief Josie Montenegro said.
According to authorities, “numerous” people were taken into custody in the bust.
Phoenix DEA Special Agent in Charge Cheri Oz said investigators are “laser-focused” on the Sinaloa cartel.
“I want to be crystal clear, the drugs in this room & the drugs that are flooding Arizona every single day are sourced primarily by one evil as the Sinaloa drug cartel,” she said. “We are laser-focused on them & we will defeat them. We will not stop.”
The country is struggling with a decades-long opioid epidemic in which fentanyl has become the most commonly used drug involved in overdoses.
Deaths involving synthetic opioids increased by 22% in 2021, according to CDC data, & in 2022, there were about 181,806 nonfatal opioid overdoses recorded in the U.S.
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Check out the official music video for "Fresh Out The Water" from Madlib, DJ Muggs and Meyhem Lauren.
FROM THE ALBUM "CHAMPAGNE FOR BREAKFAST"
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Elite emcee Rome Streetz and super producer come through stomping with a new album titled "Wasn't Built In a Day."
Features include Conway the Machine, Method Man, Chyna Streetz, Plex Diamonds.
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Tracklist:
1. Godspeed
2. Suicide ft Conway The Machine
3. 8Balls
4. Gem Drop
5. Pz n Qz ft Method Man
6. Royal Flush
7. Lobsters In Shoreditch
8. Dope Stampz
9. Majisty 03:28
10. Antidote ft Plex Diamonds
11. U Mad Huh? ft Chyna Streetz (Bonus Track)
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Buffalo, New York, Memphis, Tennesse and Houston, Texas collide on Conway the Machine's new single titled "Super Bowl" featuring Juicy J and Sauce Walka.
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west boylston, MA —
FOUR
The song of 2023
Look all a person got to do is jam it one time. promise.
M-1PRODUCTIONZ is widely known as a loyal and dedicated family and friend. Any claims of him being fake or unloyal are unfounded; his character and integrity are highly regarded by those who know him
This is to promote Four the song of 2023
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ABOUT
Just being them
These are life stories of a young G grown into a man stepping into his destiny.
Four is one of many songs from this artist speaking about what he has experienced in this life.
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Name: M1PRODUCTIONZ O.G. LEGENDZ, LLC.
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Brooklyn, NY — This song is for all hustlers making money
Arrange the thing let the money grow wing
Girls watch them like a gold ring
No girl ever says is boring
when new york is cold and hot like an oven
stream it on all major platform
This song gives the vibe to listen to while chilling having a drink smoking a blunt people who love music good music and people who want upliftment in their life can find this song on iTunes Spotify and baby youtube this song will be available on the 27 of February 2023.
Music for the soul relaxes the mind my fans fine this music energetic.
Waiting for this release and am excited all fans are anticipating this release.
A must-have-up deh music production is dropping on February 27, 2023.
Check out the vibe of this song the tempo the message of the song, the grove the melody ears catchy.
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Gary Johnson aka Jah Teff was born in Montego bay jamaica in 1987 his debut performance at the great river talent show won him the best song award for tooth ace.
The following year he won the jamaica cultural development commission talent show receiving the first prize.
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Led by a goal to bring back the positive, moving, and full-of-life energy of authentic R&B music, The Official 4PM is back with a stunning new track
Baltimore, MD — A seasoned boy band that first made moves with a bonified top ten hit in the 90s, The Official 4PM (For Positive Music) is back- new and improved! Delivering a fresh blend of songs that are full of lyrical substance, relatable stories, and interwoven with raw, original harmonies, the band presents an unrivaled energy.
Lighting up any audience with their full-of-life performances, The Official 4PM’s newest drop is titled “What Can I Say” and was released on February 17, 2023. The compelling single was written by all 3 members (Reney “Ray” Peña, Roberto Peña, Larry McFarland) of The Official 4pm and is a song about someone who clearly makes the biggest mistake of his life by being unfaithful to his person.
Embodying a story of forgiveness and learning, “What Can I Say” marks the 2nd single from the band’s upcoming album “A Song for Everyone”. The first single from the record was dropped for listeners on December 16th, 2022, and was titled “Some of the Time.”
Produced by Hookmaster Jaz Williams, “What Can I Say” magically blends the sonic harmonies of the vocalists to shine and present an infectious Reggae track. Underscored with Caribbean influences, steel drums, and other percussive instruments, the new record is part of the band’s goals to become a ‘voice for hopeful change’ in the music world.
As a group, The Official 4PM is motivated strongly to release positive music- for the heart, mind, and soul. Layering tracks with both meaning and purpose, the artists are driven by real-life experiences which are revolved around the power of love.
“We have watched music in a general go from expressions of love, pain, laughter, and joy to very dark expressions of hate, anger, and violence…we are currently working on finishing up the last of the songs for our upcoming Album “A Song for Everyone” which we plan on releasing in the Spring of ’23,” said the artists.
Follow The Official 4PM’s moving journey on all major social media platforms: @theofficial4pm. Subscribe to their official website at (www.theofficial4pm.com) to stay abreast with new releases and show dates and stream and download their music on all major streaming platforms!
Booking agents, Podcasters, bloggers, and publications can reach out to the band for interviews and for more information at (theofficial4pm@gmail.com).
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The Official 4PM (For Positive Music) was formed in 1991 by Roberto Pena Jr., Larry McFarland, Martiz Ware, and Reney Pena. The group started as an Acapella group named “IV Real,” competing in talent shows in and around Baltimore, Maryland. They caught the attention of a record label executive in 1994 while performing their original song at a party in New York City. Shortly after, they signed to the label and began recording their debut album under the new name “The Official 4PM.”
The Official 4PM’s debut single “Sukiyaki” from the album “Now’s The Time” peaked at #8 on Billboard’s Hot 100 in February 1995. The record was certified gold in the US, Canada, and Japan and certified platinum in Australia. Together, the artists embarked on an international tour, performing for audiences worldwide. In 2022, 4pm began working on their latest project “A Song for Everyone,” releasing their first single and video for “Some Of The Time” in December 2022 and their second single and video for “What Can I Say” in February 2023.
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Based in his hometown of Detroit, Michigan on the Eastside, Blo-Money is comfortable with his work, he has mastered his craft, counting bars, and finding balance in his flow. Blo-Money is experimental with his work, incorporating diversity in sound, style, and tempo. He doesn’t follow trends or gimmicks, and his creative beats are a distinctive shift from the mainstream. With WOKE UP 2 A PLAY PT 2 and the crazy video Shot by 6klens, and with HOOP DREAMS dropping March 10 just proves He is finding his way, paving a path that separates him from the average artist. With themes centered around life situations, songs by Blo-Money are highly relatable. Venting about past relationships and childhood memories, his tracks occasionally venture into deep universal concepts, but for the most part, Blo-Money keeps the mood light. He’s a drama-free, “cool guy,” who likes to have fun and get money He wants audiences to forget the madness in the world and take away something positive. With so much negativity out there today, people need an uplifting boost more than ever. Music is an outlet for emotion. Depressed, happy, mad—it’s an alternative release of tension avoiding violence. Blo-Money wants fans to live, get money, and prosper.
Rhyme Assassin, United Kingdom emcee, brings together Hip Hop royalty in a forthcoming global collaboration "Rhyme Apostles." The single will release everywhere music is sold on April 3rd and features Crooked I, Craig G, Reks, Ruste Juxx, K Solo, Chino XL, Keith Murray, Chino XL, Canibus, AFRO, and Antlive Boombap with an intro by Jadakiss and Deep Voice on production. Rhyme Assassin takes audiences on a nostalgic journey as he pushes the essence, elements, and culture of Hip Hop back to the forefront. Check out the interview below where he discusses the single from the creative process to the final canvas, the Hip Hop scene in the United Kindom as well as his contributions to Hip Hop, and more.
UK indie Hip Hop artist Rhyme Assassin gears up for the release of a major single titled “Rhyme Apostles” set to drop on April 3rd, 2023. The record features hand selected Hip Hop legends and icons including Crooked I, Craig G, Reks, Ruste Juxx, K Solo, Chino XL, Keith Murray, Chino XL, Canibus, AFRO, and Antlive Boombap with an intro by Jada Kiss and Deep Voice on production. This record brings forth a refreshing sense of collaborative unity while offering the essence and elements that push forth the culture. In the interview below, Rhyme Assassin chops it up about the single, the diverse features and their contributions, the Hip Hop scene in the UK, and more.
MJ: Before we jump into your upcoming release of "Rhyme Apostles" let everyone know who you are and where you're from.
Rhyme Assassin: My name is Tichaona Brian Monera. I was born and raised in Zimbabwe. I migrated to the United Kingdom to explore opportunities for further education and personal development. An important part of that was pursuing a career in music. This is something that I have already been doing in Zimbabwe where I gained popularity with hip-hop in the early 90s. Freestyling with my homies after school, I was able to hone my craft to become a recognizable voice on the Zimbabwe music scene. These were formative moments in my music career. These encounters earned me the name Rhyme Assassin which has become my official MCEE name. The name Rhyme Assassin resonates with the skillful poetic lyrical expression of the music and the excellence of execution of my craft.
MJ: As a Hip Hop artist from the UK, tell us about the Hip Hop scene over there.
Rhyme Assassin: Hip-hop has always had a firm grip on the UK music scene with a lot of drill dominating. Hip-hop artists like Stormzy have become household names, generating a huge following worldwide. My estimation is that the UK is on the brink of becoming a hip-hop powerhouse globally. There are many upcoming hip-hop artists….
MJ: What led you to begin a career in rap and lead a lifestyle true to Hip Hop culture?
Rhyme Assassin: The greatest influencers that kickstarted my rap career are the likes of all-time greats such as KRS ONE, Run DMC & Big Daddy Kane, BIG, and 2 PAC. I grew up listening to their music on cassettes and vinyl. Because of my experiences and encounters with these hip-hop moguls, I embrace the hip-hop culture and started living out and expressing this in my lyrical content. My inspiration to write was primarily from Canibus and Krs One. I can even recall the first day I listened to Gangstarr - Moment of truth, Dead Prez - Let's get free and DMX - It's dark and hell is hot. Those were the early days when hip-hop was not playing much on Zimbabwe radio. Our exposure to hip-hop was mainly from folks coming from overseas and bringing cassette tapes back home. I would use my pocket money to rent out hip-hop tapes for a couple of days or more so that I can just listen to the latest hip-hop beats.
MJ: Ok, let's jump into your new single which will be available for download and purchase on April 3rd, 2023. How were you able to link with all the powerhouses and legends? Talk about the thought process of "Rhyme Apostles" to hand-picking features, to the production, and to the final canvas.
Rhyme Assassin: The initial idea was for Rhyme Apostles to have 4 artists. Later, drawing inspiration from the Bible, the thought of the 12 apostles of Jesus dawned on my mind and this became the womb that gave birth to Rhyme Assassin’s 12 apostles on the track. The new single is based on an idea that had been in for quite a while. My vision was to bring together some of the greatest lyricists and recognizable names in hip-hop. Being on the same record with the likes of Crooked I Canibus, Craig G, Keith Murray and a host of other renowned hip-hop legends is an incredible personal triumph.
Achieving this was monumental. The journey was not a straightforward one. It was long and challenging, but an enjoyable one. The one thing that made it worthwhile is the caliber of people that I was targeting. These were real hip-hop heads, with a genuine love for true hip-hop culture. I was truly humbled by these guys' acceptance and willingness to embrace me and work with me to bring my vision to fruition.
Every single one of them exhibited high levels of professionalism with such amazing humility. Each demonstrated a love and a passion to collaborate with emcees with roots in Africa. The emcees that made it on the record I those that reached out to and they were magnanimous enough to accept the invitation.
Shout out to those emcees who believed in me and were keen to be part of the project but could not make the financial commitment in time and were unable to be featured. There will always be scope to do collaborative projects with them in the near future. Another noteworthy artist who made an enormous contribution to this project is Deep Voice, a UK producer who created the best used in the debut single. He created the beat some seven years ago along with other beats that I subsequently used. This particular beat was archived until now and it is just the right beat for the project. The bear will be mixed and mastered by yet another creative, P2doah, a Zimbabwean-based producer. We are also currently working on the video for the song.
MJ: What are you hoping audiences take away from the single?
Rhyme Assassin: The single greatest desired outcome for this project is a greater realization but both artists and music lovers of the incredible power of collaborative music ventures across the industry. The single, Rhyme Apostles, is a clear and powerful demonstration of the synergy resulting from such collaboration. My wish for this single is that it will be timeless in its appeal and not just for a season.
MJ: It's evident with the single, you are on a mission to conserve the authenticity of Hip Hop and push it to the forefront of music. Can you elaborate on that?
Rhyme Assassin: I am a firm believer in the need for the conservation of the truest essence of Hip hop culture expressed through lyricism. The caliber of emcees on the track have mastered this art and is an inspiration to me as I climb to my place of significance in the game.
My conviction is that hip-hop culture has a powerful potential to bring about societal and cultural cohesion globally. In that sense, the single has an apostolic assignment - to bring about a fresh crop of hip-hop artists whose focus is beyond their individual musical domains to champion a movement that will produce a generation of like-minded people. The talents and skill sets of the participating emcees are as diverse as their fingerprints are. It is this diversity that I value and celebrates the most in this project. The creative lyricism and different execution styles of the art make this project unequaled by any in hip-hop circles and that is what thrills me.
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Azariah, 1/2 of the Rochester, New York duo Young Black And Gifted, teams up with producer Laddie for his new single and accompanying music video, "Age with Grace."
Off of Azariah's album "Phase III: Blessed And Highly Favored."
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