Lil Kim is currently working on her fifth solo album and she has recruited Tory Lanez to serve as one of the executive producers on the project.
The Queen Bee make the announcement via her Instagram account on Monday, March 23rd.
"Anybody who knows me knows that I love this man and that he’s one of my biggest music idols. I can’t wait for us to get out of this damn quarantine," Kim captioned a photo of her and Tory looking cozy together. "And before y’all get started wit ya mess me and my friend @torylanez (and one of the executive producer’s of my next album) and I oop! We just be having so much fun when we be working in the studio!! I guess it’s safe to say I’m a big fan of Toronto!!"
Good luck on the album @lilkimthequeenbee. Looking forward to hearing it.
Boldy James and The Alchemist continue to promote their "The Price of Tea in China" project by releasing an official music video for "Grey October" featuring Evidence.
Directed by Stephen Vanasco Produced by The Alchemist
Planet Asia comes through with a new album titled "Trust the Chain," which was entirely produced by 38 Spesh. The project contains lots of gems, including "Resurrected Pharoahs" featuring The Musalini.
Check out the official music video for "Resurrected Pharoahs"
West Coast emcee Popoff is back with his new single "Martial Law" discussing some of the issues going on today in the America. Visit Popoff's official website www.streetcrave906.com for more.
By giving a sincere warning, nothing can be misunderstood. Covert Joy’s debut single “Warning You” is the modern-day bad boy anthem with a message that says: “If you want to be with me, you’ve got to understand you’re not the only one.” Covert sings with a zealous playfulness that signals a straight-forward announcement of where he stands when it comes to relationships. The lyrics illustrate the situation of an open-hearted player who is just having fun with a sharing is caring mentality. The release date of “Warning You” is March 27th.
Boston, Massachusetts native, Covert Joy, is an exciting new emerging talent to the music scene. Being surrounded by music in the home during his early years, it’s no surprise that this would be the career path and calling Covert fell into. As a child, his parents would consistently play the most popular songs from their era which eventually drew Covert Joy to fall in love with the harmonies. Once he started voice lessons in high school, it was clear that his passion and calling would be to pursue music full time. Perfecting his craft over time, the young artist’s music can best be described as pop music with a Venn diagram into other genres such as soul, rock, and funk with a modern flair and twist.
With a work ethic like no other and natural talent, Covert Joy will continue to carve a path in the music scene and touch many with his sound. Covert Joy is making his mark in this pop-millennial era of music with his current visual release for “Warning You.” Covert Joy is an artist on the rise.
Veteran International Olympic Committee member Dick Pound told USA TODAY Sports Monday afternoon that the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games are going to be postponed, likely to 2021, with the details to be worked out in the next four weeks.
“On the basis of the information the IOC has, postponement has been decided,” Pound said in a phone interview. “The parameters going forward have not been determined, but the Games are not going to start on July 24, that much I know.”
Pound, a Canadian who has been one of the most influential members of the IOC for decades, said he believes the IOC will announce its next steps soon.
“It will come in stages,” he said. “We will postpone this and begin to deal with all the ramifications of moving this, which are immense.”
When told what Pound had said and asked for an IOC response, spokesperson Mark Adams said, "It is the right of every IOC member to interpret the decision of the IOC executive board which was announced yesterday."
In that announcement Sunday, IOC President Thomas Bach said he was going to take the next four weeks to decide the fate of the Tokyo Olympics, scheduled to begin July 24. Bach has ruled out canceling the Games.
The Olympics would be the latest – and, by far, most significant – sporting event to be impacted by the coronavirus, which was first identified in Wuhan, China, in December. Also known as COVID-19, the virus rapidly spread throughout China and across the world in subsequent months, infecting hundreds of thousands of people and causing substantial disruptions to daily life in numerous countries.
Pound's comments came less than 24 hours after IBach indicated, for the first time, that postponing the Tokyo Games would be a possibility. In a letter to the athlete community, he said the IOC would begin exploring alternate ways to stage the Games, including postponement, and plan to reach a decision within the next four weeks.
In the hours thereafter, however, the Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Committees said they will not send a delegation of athletes to the Tokyo Games unless they are postponed. Australia then alluded to something similar, but in a less direct way. It said the executive board of its Olympic committee agreed that "an Australian team could not be assembled in the changing circumstances at home and abroad."
Sticky Fingaz tries to avoid the Kodak Black topic but still manages to give his side of the story, while Fredro gets antsy before setting the record straight.
In this episode of People’s Party, Talib Kweli and Jasmin Leigh sit down with rapper, writer, and true curator of the culture -- Jadakiss. This comprehensive discussion kicks off with talk of Jada and Talib's shared birth year of '75, and their witnessing of hop-hop's biggest points of evolution at the perfect age, both having grown up in its epicenter of New York City. They also discuss Talib's appreciation of The Lox for showing him love at the beginning of his career, while he struggled for mainstream success. They reflect on Jada's growing up in Yonkers, and the emcees that inspired him most during those early years. The trio also explores what went into the makings of some of the classic recordings Jadakiss was involved with like "All About The Benjamins," "24 Hours To Live," "We'll Always Love Big Poppa," as well as albums such as "The Last Kiss," "Kiss Tha Game Goodbye," "Top 5 Dead or Alive," "Freddy vs. Jason," and his latest project "Ignatius" -- dedicated to his close friend and business partner Ice Pick Jay, who recently passed. Jada describes the challenges he had while recording that album, at times fighting back tears.
As the convo continues, the trio discusses the infamous Ruff Ryder studio sessions and the high level of competitive energy that kept everyone at the top of their respective games. They also touch on The Lox's strong family-like foundation that kept them close throughout the years, and Jada is asked about his short-lived beefs with 50 Cent and Beanie Sigel, as well as how they got squashed.
Deep into the episode, Jadakiss, Kweli, and Jasmin discuss Jada's close friendship with Notorious B.I.G. and his role as one of the few, true custodians of Biggie's legacy. Jada also gives insight into the "Free The Lox Campaign," the creation of D-Block Records, linking up with Gang Starr on "Rite Where You Stand", and his Grammy-nominated record "Why." Talib goes on to name his top 5 Jadakiss verses -- while urging the People's Party audience to do the same -- and Jada gives the whole truth on the story circulating about Mike Tyson supposedly stealing his seat at the recent Biggie tribute in Atlantic City.
2:56 -- Jada and Talib discuss the privilege they share, both being born in 1975, growing up in NY, being fully immersed in hop hop, and seeing first hand it's evolution from humble beginnings, throughout the golden age and beyond.
5:19 -- Talib thanks Jada and The Lox for the respect they expressed when first meeting Kweli at the height of their fame and when his career had plenty of underground acclaim but not the same air play that the Lox and so may others enjoyed at the time.
7:41 -- Jada talks about coming up in Yonkers and the frustration he felt about his hometown often being overlooked, not getting the same recognition as other New York locals.
11:57 -- Talib points to Jada's signature flow, and asks who were his biggest influences on him coming up. Jada responds with paying homage to greats like Big Daddy Kane, Nas, Biggie, and more. He also gives due credit to his Mom for exposing him to hip hop at such a young age.
16:18 -- Jada speaks on the classic "24 Hours To Live", who came up for the concept for the song and how it all came together.
18:02 -- Jasmin asks Jadakiss about "All About The Benjamins," specifically who wrote Puff Daddy's verse on the hit. The convo turns to writing verses and how Kweli once did some writing for Diddy as well. They also discuss Kanye's rhyme about The Lox and Jadakiss says he always wondered if Mase wrote that verse for Kanye.
22:59 -- Jada describes what the Ruff Ryder studio sessions were like, and the competitive energy during those recordings that brought out the best in everyone. He also digs into the history of Ruff Ryders, how it was founded, and it's transformation into such an iconic movement.
25:51 -- Jada reflects on The Lox crew's lasting foundation, averting petty disagreements that would potentially fragment the strong bond that they were able to maintain over so many years.
28:06 -- Talib asks Jada about "The Last Kiss", and it felt to get so much industry support for that album.
29:31 -- Jada is asked about the mystique he carries as a legitimate voice of the streets, while avoiding jail time his whole life, and Talib asks him if that credibility comes from the realistic storytelling in his raps or his younger days hustling on the streets of Yonkers.
32:05 -- Jasmin asks Jada if he turned down any projects because he thought it might tarnish his reputation.
33:27 -- Talib Kweli and Jada look back at Jada's short-lived beef with 50 Cent, including his classic diss track "Checkmate," with Talib asking how it all got squashed. They then move on to discuss Jada's signature laugh, its origins, and how it's stuck around.
35:26 -- Jada frames the concept for his album "Top 5 Dead or Alive", and responds to people giving him credit for the phrase. Talib also recounts a quote from him stating that if you have a ghostwriter you can't be in the Top 5 conversation.
42:16 -- Talib asks Jada how important were New York mix-tapes to his ascension to the top 5 status. Jada also speaks on his battle rap mix-tape days with Beanie Sigel, and details how the beef was squashed.
45:36 -- Talib discusses the legacy of the Notorious B.I.G. with Jada, including the relationship they developed recording "Last Day" for "Life After Death." Jada then goes into the part he played in getting Lil' Cease and Lil' Kim back together before the Junior M.A.F.I.A. reunion, and Talib touches on how Jada is one of the few custodians of Big's legacy.
50:08 -- Jada reflects on the recording of the song "We'll Always Love Big Poppa", the idea for the song inspired during the funeral planning for Biggie. He also expresses how deeply heartbroken he was in the wake of Biggie's passing.
54:26 -- Talib asks Jada about what led up to "Free The Lox Campaign", and what transpired during that epic show.
58:36 -- Jada speaks on the creation of D-Block Records, the term was coined as a result of all the tension during the recording of Jada's album "Kiss Tha Game Goodbye". Talib also brings up J-Dilla's sampling of Jada's laugh on one of the last recordings before his passed, and they also discuss Jada's prominent feature on the Gang Starr classic "Rite Where You Stand".
1:02:43 -- Jada and Talib discuss their close mutual friendships with Styles P, and Talib asks how their back and forth rapping style started. The also speak on Sheek Louch's notable ability to keep evolving as an emcee after so many years.
1:07:56 -- Jada talks about his "Freddy vs. Jason" collaboration with Fabolous, and Jasmin asks Jada how the "SoRaspy" brand came about.
1:10:24 -- Jada gives detail on his latest project "Ignatius", and it's dedication to his close friend and business partner Ice Pick, who recently passed. He talks about how difficult it was getting through the making of that album as he would fight back tears during studio sessions. They go on to discuss the misconception of vulnerability being a sign of weakness.
1:15:28 -- Jada is asked about his recent collaborations with Pusha T, made possible by Ice Pick. Talib also asks Jada about his take on people blaming the youth for the violent conditions of the hood.
1:18:49 -- Jada talks about what inspired his thought provoking, Grammy nominated song "Why". He also notes his satisfaction when that song got the attention of Bill O'Reilly.
1:21:04 -- Talib calls out his top 5 Jadakiss verses of all time and asks the People's Party audience to weigh in on their favorites in the comment section.
1:23:45 -- Jada tells the whole truth about the story of Mike Tyson supposedly crashing the Biggie tribute in Atlantic city, stealing Jada's seat.
Sassy Savage is a force to be reckoned with. The woman behind the moniker "Sassy Savage" was born Domonique Lashae Smith on January 2nd 1988, in Jackson, Mississippi. She is the daughter of Brenda Bass and Michelangelo Smith. She came from a musically inclined family--both her parents & grandfather were artists, which would later influence her rhyming style and life philosophy. Her first published work came when she was in the third grade at Seminole Elementary of Florida, while living with a relative. Sassy soon realized she she had a special skill-set when it came to writing, and quickly began to write rhymes for numerous other artists, including her father.
Recording artist Sassy Savage aims to be one of the most influential rap artists of her time. She made her break into the hip-hop culture with her 2019 single entitled “Berserk”. Soon after, she found herself making waves in the hip-hop music scene. The Mississippi native has continued to rise capturing the attention of numerous fans around the globe. Her cadence, unique sound, & personality are among the slew of reasons as to why she is becoming a popular artist within the hip hop & rap culture.
In 2019, independent artist, Sassy Savage, joined forces with DJ Team Broke 100, Andre Lenoir, of Behind The City Lines who announced a joint distribution deal with That Rabbit/Sony Orchard leading to her rise to stardom. Sassy’s success has begun to catapult, but she remains humble in her willingness to stay true to her creativity, truth, & simply the essence of who she is as an artist.
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There is a force of heat burning through the frost of Alaska but it isn't global warming. The rise in temperature comes from the music of one up and coming emcee who is flooding his state with hot music. Marvin Mayo proudly states that some of his biggest musical influences are Andre 3000, J.Cole, MF DOOM to name a few, and it shows in his creative content. Stepping out the box of the "popular" copy cat music era, Marvin delivers with original sound and style.
His newly released album "Are No Stars After All," has been reaching all the right people and quickly bringing light to the unique feel he brings with his music. And in the fashion of "giving them more of what they ask for," Marvin teamed up with cinematographer Matt Crow to drop a trippy visual for the deep and metaphoric single "Dope Sick." A great combination of the two collaborating ideas and presenting an entertaining yet eerie video performance. And it perfectly fits the hidden emotion with in the song "Dope Sick."
You can check out the entire "Are No Star After All Album @
Harvey Weinstein has tested positive for coronavirus ... TMZ has confirmed.
Sources tell us that the incarcerated former movie mogul has, indeed, been confirmed as one of two inmates at the Wende Correctional Facility in New York to have the viral infection. He was moved to the prison recently after being taken to Rikers Island following his rape and sexual assault conviction earlier this month.
It's unclear when exactly Weinstein might've contracted the virus, but we're told he's been in isolation since he was taken to Rikers a few weeks back. Our sources also say he hasn't had contact with his family or lawyers since the diagnosis.
The reality -- Weinstein is among the most at risk for serious symptoms.
Weinstein has looked incredibly frail of late, making appearances in court with the help of a walker and aides. He's also been hospitalized in New York a couple different times over the past month or so -- complaining of chest pains and receiving cardiac treatment.
Weinstein might just be the tip of the iceberg in NYC and NY State prisons -- at least 19 inmates in NYC prisons and 12 employees have coronavirus, the NYC Dept. of Corrections announced Saturday. It's unclear what might be happening at a state-wide level.
A rep for the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision -- which currently has custody and supervises Weinstein -- tells TMZ ... "With each confirmed case, DOCCS worked with the Department of Health to identify any potentially exposed individuals in order to provide notifications and to stop the spread of the virus."
Emerging Portland, Maine Rapper Roxx The '96er teams up with Bronx, New York Sensation GFM - (Go4Money) HBTL (High Bridge) Artist - A1 Courtlandt for this Catchy, Hard, Bass Heavy Banger! Available on all major digital streaming platforms.
It's a pretty stunning sight ... boxes and boxes of items -- allegedly untold rolls of toilet paper and paper towels -- carted out of a Dollar Tree, as an ANGRY customer gives the woman a piece of her mind.
It went down in Florida, and the images are amazing. The video starts mid-confrontation. The woman shooting the video says she was just flipped off by the woman carrying the boxes. She repeatedly calls the lady out, accusing her of possibly trying to profit off the items.
The lady carrying the boxes eventually snaps and flips the other woman off. And then, the woman confronting her took a guess ... asking the woman if she was a Trump supporter, and boy, did she bite.
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