Nas Is Working on a New Project With Hit-Boy

Nas revealed he has a lot of new music lined up, including a project with Hit-Boy. On the occasion of the Universal Hip Hop Museum and Mass Appeal’s Hip-Hop Loves NY benefit event on Friday, the Queens native spoke with DJ Ralph McDaniels. When asked if he’s got anything in the works he responded, “It’s some projects going on. One of them—I was working with Hit-Boy and I still am.”

Referring to Hit-Boy squaring off with Boi-1da last month in a battle titled, “The Beat Battle You Don’t Want To Miss,” Nas revealed, “Hit-Boy, that’s been fun working with him. He played a snippet in the battles the other day…of something. We got some things.”

Nas also hinted at a second project he’s working on that he doesn’t want to “disclose.”

Article taken from HUSH Magazine.

New 50/50 Album By The DJ Grid Sold Out Within 24 Hours

The 50/50 album by The DJ Grid released 4/20 on Walmart.com exclusively and sold out. The DJ Grid  has linked up with various artists to drop a collaborative album titled 50/50. The DJ Grid first announced the LP in early 2020 yet have delivered it almost three months later.

The 20-track project marks The DJ Grid’s return following a short absence in terms of albums. The DJ Grid released a reggae album in September of 2019 featuring heavy hitters like Sizzla, Black Uhuru, & Bounty Killer which charted some weeks on the Billboard charts. This album consists mostly of hip hop and r&b contributions. With features from artists like Twista, Lauryn Hill, C-Murder, Cuttboy G-Dinero, JonBlaze, Chris Brown, Beadz, Quavo, Gunplay, RedrumSociety, Avatar Frost, Kali Ranks, Flo, KC Da Beatmonster, & more, this album is on track to be one of the industry’s most anticipated albums.

Read the full article on TRILL Magazine. You can purchase the album for your listening pleasure here.

Check out  the cover art and link to purchase below. The album can only be purchased in physical form. The album was distributed by Predicted Platinum Records (A sub-label of Amada Records).

You can purchase the full album to see more artists exclusively on Walmart.com.

The Band Sebastian Serenades Fans With 'Ave Maria' World Release

The Band Sebastian’s Featured Artist on the album cover is 9 years old drummer-prodigy Nicolas Sebastian Aguirre, son of composer Sebastian Antonio Aguirre.

San Jacinto, California (13 April 2020): At the untimely passing of the Covid-19 Pandemic, Sebastian Aguirre described as having perfect timing of the four song EP hitting #1 on the iTunes Top 100 World Music Album Charts. Aguirre, who has had an extraordinary High School Vocal Music teaching career collaborating with Southern California Public High Schools and Performing Arts High Schools, has been the front man of the band for more than four years before working with Amada Records. Over 4 months later, The Band Sebastian’s “My Love Won’t Wait EP,” showcasing the child prodigy Nicolas, charted iTunes merely weeks after its release on January 31st on the Amada Records label.

Despite being rocked by the unexpected Covid-19 pandemic that occurred in March, The Band Sebastian knew that Amada Records would maintained afloat economically during these unparalleled times.  The template was marketing the EP that contained hauntingly beautiful World/New Age music “Meditation” and “April” composed by hit-maker Sebastian Antonio Aguirre.  The opening track “Ave Maria” vocals by Sebastian who is also a classically trained tenor is sublime,  “We titled the EP ‘My Love Won’t Wait’ because of the raw talent and marketing value of my son Nick” which features the 9 years old prodigy on live drums, said Aguirre.  The title-track “My Love Won’t Wait” is a song the group has performed on stage for years, making instrumental contributions to the track were contemporary guitarist “Emo” Emad Allaedin.

Four months ago, the Orange County born and raised The Band Sebastian signed a record deal with Amada Records, a sub label under INGrooves / Universal Music Group, and with their first debut EP “My Love Won’t Wait” the group has peaked at No. 1 on the iTunes World Album Charts.  In addition to performing, The Band Sebastian is continuing to release new music for Film and TV.  Further information about The Band Sebastian is available at www.thebandsebastian.com or www.amadarecords.com.

“My Love Won’t Wait EP” Tracklist:

1. “Ave Maria”

2. “Meditation (for Piano)”

3. “My Love Won’t Wait”

4. “April”

 Stream the new release on Apple Music:

Yung Dollaz PBI Accused of Illegal Weed Possession, Drops ‘Unarmed Black Man’

Yung Dollaz PBI makes it known that he’s tired of the police killing our people & harassing us. Philly native Yung Dollaz PBI released a new single “Unarmed Black Man” (prod. by Larry Jayy) showing awareness to police brutality & unnecessary police contact. He shared his story & made song to protest the situation. 

November 27th Yung Dollaz PBI was stopped by the police in his hometown. Accused of a marijuana smell, the officer put him in handcuffs & began to search his car with no evidence provided. There were no marijuana buds, illegal drugs or firearms found in the search. There were no tickets issued nor criminal activity taken place. 

You can follow his movement on social media:

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/redheadpapii/

Twitter – https://twitter.com/yungdollazpbi

YouTube – https://m.youtube.com/user/YungDollazPBI

Apple – https://music.apple.com/us/artist/yung-dollaz-pbi/1362902650

RedrumSociety Gives Back to the Music Industry, Donates Royalties to Music Execs Affected by COVID-19

RedrumSociety was founded in 2008 in South Florida by four newly made friends (Esperanzo Wilcox, Esdras Reymond, Zach Cohen, and Dylan Lerner) of completely different backgrounds in every sense of the word: families, music, culture, and ethnicity. When they came together, it felt like magic and a brotherhood was formed. Later on, the members of the band carried out different lives, one of them, Dylan, passing away at the age of 17.  Eventually it was only Zach, now living at the time in Santa Monica, CA to continue on the RedrumSociety name and tradition.

Zach wants to embody the spirit of the original lineup of RedrumSociety. That spirit is an in your face, against the grain attitude. It is music that talks about what we all think but don’t say. That theme still holds true in all of their songs, even as the sound has evolved dramatically throughout the years. Today, Zach has relocated back to South Florida to be back in touch with his roots. The founding members still remain in close contact and influence the music and help Zach write and arrange the songs.  Currently they have three songs which have reached the pop and alternative charts, and are planning a series of digital concerts to give fans what they’ve been requesting.

A spokesman of RedrumSociety says that “We aim to provide support for Music Executives that have always looked out for our band’s best interest.” RedrumSociety has released their latest song “Crumble”, which is already on the top music charts and trending on many platforms. In the words of lead singer, Zach Cohen “When I wrote “Crumble”, it was originally a blues song. The lyrics describe the need for a women’s comfort. The song was written to ease his pain and distractions from the problem with addictions”.

When RedrumSociety released CRUMBLE, the song peaked on iTunes Alt Chart at #15. The band also released HOW I COPE which hit Top 40 on the Pop iTunes Charts at #29. The songs are trending on Spotify with over 100,000 streams this week! Another spokesman of RedrumSociety says that “We are trying to contribute in-country economic money flow by donating and we need your support also. Every song sale counts.”  RedrumSociety has been very popular now for young people because its songs are very real and factual. These specific releases showcase the hardships of dealing with sex, drugs and triumph.

Listen To 'Trenches To Riches' EP by JonBlaze

JonBlaze Releases First EP with Amada Records/Spinnup/UMG. Listen on Apple Music below:

‘How I Cope’ by RedrumSociety Breaks Top 100 iTunes Pop Chart

RedrumSociety blesses fans with a previously released classic, titled “How I Cope.” The song is fresh, catchy, yet remarkably in-depth and thematically relevant based on industry standards. The song has a unique creative background. ‘How I Cope’ kicks off with a mellow intro, with a sound reminiscent of an older mellotron flute patch. However, the track quickly delves into a playful and uplifting beat, which makes me think of artists as diverse as Beck, The Flaming Lips and MGMT, only to mention a few.

Listen to this track if you are a fan of artists such as Sparklehorse, Beck, Gomez, Elliott Smith, The Flaming Lips, Courtney Barnett, Dead Rituals or Francis Moon! “How I Cope” is experiencing excellent responses from the audience and the industry alike. The song is currently trending on Spotify with over 30,000+ streams, and it is still on the rise, with stats soaring by the hour.

Any fan of music that’s made with passion, focus, and integrity is certainly going to enjoy the sound and feel of this release, which showcases the artist’s maturity in terms of production, performance, and songwriting. The song ends with a contradictory twist. Listen to RedrumSociety’s hit single ‘How I Cope’ below:

Sounds of Faith Compilation Tops Google Play Charts, Listen

Worldwide Music Group releases new compilation under the Gospel genre. From Christine Storm to Daughters of Christ, this album showcases talent beyond talent.

Daughters of Christ (D.O.C.) is a four-member female Christian group, formed on May 16, 2008; the D.O.C. roster includes Tracy Fagans, LaTonya McDaniel, Shelia McIntosh and Petrina Williams Rush. Each Daughter is an active member of Macedonia Baptist Church of Sacramento, California where the Pastor is Dr. Edward L. Varnado. The Daughters serve in several church ministries including multiple choirs, the Theatrical Arts Ministry, Youth Ministry, Womens Ministry, Outreach Ministry and Praise and Worship Team. D.O.C. has been nominated Best Gospel Group in Sacramento and the Bay Area. D.O.C. is currently nominated in five (5) categories for the Rhythm of Gospel Awards, which will take place on June 24, 2016 in Memphis, Tennessee; and two (2) categories for the 2016 Radio Alliance Awards, which will take place on July 14, 2016 in Jacksonville, Florida. D.O.C. is a member of the Independent Gospel Artist Radio Alliance (IGARAA). They have also been priviledged to minister at the 2011 Gospel

Christine Storm has a devout appreciation for the genre and most importantly, the people and cultural traditions that encumber the world of Gospel music as a whole. As soon as she heard some of the names listed on the album, she jumped at the opportunity and hopes the message of the song itself touches the hearts of the listeners as much as it does her’s. Listen to the full album below:

RedrumSociety Shares New Alternative Single 'Crumble'

Stop moaning about the weather and catch up on some of 2020’s best alternative releases. RedrumSociety is gearing up for a new release of their video “Crumble”. The song and video is premiering on Valentine’s Day. After releasing four songs, which had little success, the band finally experienced a victory with their fifth release: “Ego”. The music video gained the up and coming band extra momentum, and the song briefly reached the iTunes pop charts. This is an exciting time for the RedrumSociety as we all await the release of the “Crumble” song and video.

The record is brimming with genuine emotion, beautiful and complex imagery and music, and lyrics that are at once passive and fire-breathing. RedrumSociety is like tossing David Bowie, old U2, Spacehog and lots of Pink Floyd into a blender and pushing the ‘kill’ button. The release of ‘Crumble’ is by far their finest moment, and one that demonstrated their brilliance both musically, lyrically, and creatively.

Stream the new release on Apple Music below:

RedrumSociety Raises Awareness for Human Sex Trafficking with New Video 'EGO'

Never before has the world seen anyone raise awareness for human sex trafficking the RedrumSociety has with their music video “EGO.” The band’s debut music video comes as somewhat of a shock to a see girl tied up and bound to a chair in the presence of a maniac, juxtaposed to a band playing upbeat and fun music. Zach Cohen, front-man for RedrumSociety said, “We thought the music and lyrics really lent itself to the video idea and to help raise awareness for this crisis currently sweeping the news lately.

To have the girl hostage there while the maestro is conducting his band for her, as he progresses through a psychotic fit of flashbacks, while engaging the helpless victim. We wanted to portray his mental illness and his backstory because the lyrics depict what someone can do when a giant ego shatters. The flashbacks and the sex doll are to make the viewer wonder if the situation is real or just another aspect of the maestro’s hallucination.”

When asked if it was a reality or not Zach replied, “If you watch enough times, you’ll figure it out.” The video has already launched RedrumSociety to a new height, garnering much attention. They also have a new music video coming in the near future. Watch the official video below:

Dylan Leibrich Announces Brand New Single, 'Forgotten'

Dylan Leibrich is a singer and songwriter with a passion for beautiful melodies and relatable lyrics. Recently, he put out a song titled Easy High Easy Low. The track was played on the radio, and it is spreading like wildfire, reaching the audience on a much deeper level. His music is successful, because it offers a combination of catchy sounds and personal stories that come from the singer’s real life experiences. In the wake of the success of Easy High Easy Low, Dylan collaborated with two amazing singers on a brand new track named Forgotten.

This is a fantastic song that could be a defining moment in Dylan career, who dreams of one day be able to collaborate with major artists like Charlie Puth or Justin Bieber, only to mention but a few. In addition to the personable and edgy performance value, this release is also quite distinctive because of the sheer quality of the production. The mix is balanced and very detail-oriented, making for a lively, edgy and stark sonic approach. In other words, there are many subtle nuances in this release, which really add to the richness of the track when summed up together.

The frequency spectrum of the mix is also very balanced, with a tight, yet deep low end working wonders along with a smooth top end, which adds a sense of clarity to the music. His work stands out for its modern sound, but although the production is quite polished, it is never overproduced, allowing a lot of wonderfully organic and “human” elements to really add liveliness to the sound. Forgotten is going to be the next big chapter in Dylan’s life and work, but he is not just going to stop there! In fact, he is also working on another song named Follow Me, which will come out in March. This is going to be yet another fantastic chapter in Dylan’s amazing story as an artist, and he is on his way to becoming a widely recognized singer and songwriter due to his talent and honesty, not to mention his beautiful melodies!

Find out more about Dylan Leibrich and do not miss out on Forgotten, which will be released on Spotify soon.

Trey Lawrence Releases 'Sippin & Switchin' Music Video, Watch

Paul Lawrence Johnson III (born September 21, 1995) also known professionally as Trey Lawrence, is a rapper/producer, graphic designer, and creative born and raised in Dallas, TX. Having an initial interest in music production in 2013 Trey began making and posting beats, but later went on to pursue rapping on a more serious level all under the name "Endemic". Since then Trey has came a long way rebranding his style/name as "Trey Lawrence" in 2015 while serving in the U.S. Army and performing at a number of events bringing a energetic presence to the stage. Trey has persistently perfected his craft as an artist with a predominantly smooth flow and laidback style, and a deep aggressive voice. Watch the official video on YouTube.

[BREAKING] Luci Dream - Stupid Decisions

Born Kenyalynn Angel Harris, Luci Dream was destined for greatness. Straight out of Richmond California a place known for hardship and violence she's been a beacon of light for her family of younger siblings.

At the age of 6 is when she started exercising her voice to the tunes of the greats such as Beyonce, Erika Badu, Toni Braxton, Alicia Keys and Mary Mary. At age 11 Kenya had her first studio session where she sang a cover of Alicia Key's "No One" after that she was bitten by the singing bug.

The artist formerly known as "Haley's Angel" and "Angel NoHalo" has dropped tunes such as "Abandoned" and "They Ain't You" Now under her new name Luci Dream with her latest release "Stupid Decisions" be assured that she'll embody every bit of what dreams are made of.

The singers current works includes a production deal with DAP DIDIT RECORDS & HAV-NOT$ RECORDS also a collab creation with BEATS BY THE BAY Kontak and Dap Daniel on the Netflix original series "Last Chance U" season 5 where she showcases her rap skills.

With a plethora of other projects in the works Luci Dream is sure to be a favorite in your playlists.

Follow her movement on Soundcloud.

[BREAKING] Yasir Kaine feat. CVLXVRE - Above Suspicion [Explicit]

Yasir Kaine was born Donald Ray Gaiter II, in Pomona, CA on August 7, 1984. He is also known by the stage names, Yas and Yasir Kaine. He is an American rapper, music producer, sound engineer and actor.

Yasir Kaine began his music career at a young age, singing in the choir at his grandfather's church when he was seven years old. Even though his grandfather was strict in his position against anything that wasn't gospel, Yasir found an interest in R&B. His love for hip hop began to flourish when he received his first full hip hop CD, "The Chronic" by Dr. Dre.

At the age of seventeen Yasir began to rap. When he turned 19 he joined an underground label, known as "Danny Boy Records" where he remained for 2 years. In September of 2005 an altercation at a show caused Yas to be admitted in the local hospital from multiple stab wounds. After receiving a number of stitches and a week of recovery he was finally released. Refusing to let circumstance weigh him down he set out to continue his rap career.

In 2006 he signed to "The Forsaken" records in Inglewood, CA, where he released his album/mixtape called "Ride Wit Me" in March of 2008. In 2009 he parted ways with the label and decided to go independent.

This led to a downward slope.

In 2012 he endured the loss of his cousin to gun violence. He took the next year off only doing music from time to time. In 2013 he enrolled at "The Art Institute" of San Bernardino, CA, where he studied audio/video engineering for a year and a half. While there he linked up with a number of artist and co-founded "Mixx Music Entertainment" in 2014.

Follow his movement and Grab his single on Amazon.

[BREAKING] Soldier Sentry - Paper Chase

Born and raised in the Caribbean twin island Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, the artist called Soldier Sentry was molded by not only his environment but also by his aspirations. Growing up, he listened to the sweet island music of Calypso, which is indigenous to his country and also influenced him into the art, along with music from the Caribbean region and music from the American contemporary era. It was while growing up in his early years, he was introduced to rap music, being fascinated by the flow and complexity of the rhymes.

Being exposed to a fusion of music within in his country, which is also a cosmopolitan nation, Soldier Sentry, wanted to tell the world his point of view as well as the story of others, using music as his medium to relay his message and stories to the world. He was heavily influenced by various artists and genres, from Calypsonian artists, the Lord Kitchener and the Mighty Sparrow, to reggae artist Everton Blender and contemporary era artist, Nat King Cole along with many more. 

However, his music was also influenced by the trials and tribulations of his own life and the lives of those around him but also by influenced by the blessings which he is grateful for, noting that the rain falls on both the just and the unjust and believing that there is a blessing and a lesson with every struggle. His current projects as of 2019, was the release of his official debut entitled Paper Chase and is in the process of releasing a video for it, for which he scripted, directed and produced and also comprises of footage from over 6 countries and islands, from Port Of Spain, Trinidad to Enugu State, Nigeria, along with some states in the USA such as Chicago, Illinois just to name a few. He has also dropped his second release, Take Over, which is available on all streaming platforms, along with Paper Chase. 

He has also established a company called Rhythm Evolution, which sells apparel and is venturing into video production. Along with music he also does poetry and hopes in the near future to present something new to the world, using a fusion of music, poetry, clothing and video to bring rhythm and evolution at your finger tips, telling new stories and stories which have been long forgotten.

Follow his movement and Grab his single on Amazon. 

[BREAKING] Toni Monroe - Santa's Cookies

Most Los Angelenos know the name “Toni Monroe” she’s a west coast veteran known to her peers as a rhyme sayer, female beat slayer, and a Hardcore verb player, Toni Monroe made an impact as one of the first rappers to spearhead the current female rap movement, This Bold, Beautiful Bombshell has been blessing the stage and holding her own with the like of Kurput, DJ Quik, Lil Kim, WC, the legendary DJ Crazy Toons, E40, and the legend DJ Battlecat. Toni’s music holds true to the west coast formula of “G Funk” with R&B hooks laced with dope rhymes. This young lady is west coast certified. Her latest single is something sexy for the Holidays “Santa’s Cookies” her new joint will have you “steppin’” into the Holidays and doing a lot of kissing under the mistletoe it’s definitely playlist worthy!

Follow her movement on Youtube.

[NEW ENTRY] J-Blade Drops Hit Single, 'Dividends'

Mississippi MC J-Blade started writing rhymes when he was just nine years old, with some of his earliest influences being Bone Thugs N Harmony, Snoop Dogg, Tupac, Biggie, Jay-Z, and Scarface. He was recording music with friends by the time he was in high school, forming a group called Mizphit Mafia. From there, the group started a label they named Southern Plantation and began releasing projects and touring throughout the South. 

Now as a solo artist with numerous releases under his belt J-BLADE is ready to go to the next level in his career. Be on the lookout for the new album coming Spring 2020. Support and follow his movement on Soundcloud.

[NEW ENTRY] Dre Swade & Ibru - Lifestyle

Ibru is a Universal Music Group distributed artist in the Reggae/dancehall genre. His style and lyrics reach out to his audience, bringing a fusion of dancehall and pop style hooks to a variety of dancehall riddims. Ibru collaborates with Dre Swade, another dancehall artist who is known for his lyrical flow on this hot single, Lifestyle. The song Lifestyle brings an awareness to the lifestyles of the artists as they travel throughout the Caribbean on their musical journey.

Follow his movement and Grab his single on Amazon.

[NEW ENTRY] The Neighborhood Watch - Neighborhood Watch (Remix) ft. Lord Jamar

The tale of two cities (Nashville, Tennessee and Ocala, Florida) has given birth to 2 of the hip hop industry best in recent years. Homiletix & MultiMilCUZiMULTiTASK, two artist with two totally different styles would join forces in 2018 to form The Neighborhood Watch. In the time in which mainstream artist are playing out their soap opera, and misleading black culture The Neighborhood Watch has stuck to the code of staying true to the game. The Neighborhood Watch has gained notoriety throughout the U.K. as Launch Pad Media Group out of London has been their driving force throughout London and surrounding areas. Their single “Neighborhood Watch” which features Lord Jamar of the legendary hip group Brand Nubians has garnered them much success being picked up by DJ Choice for inclusion on the project “Cruises To Jamaica” which reached #1 on the Billboard’s Chart. We ask that the industry brace itself for the arrival of Homiletix & MultiMilCUZiMULTiTASK “The Neighborhood Watch”.

Watch The Official Video On YouTube.

[NEW ENTRY] Craymo - Take It Slow

Craymo is an indie electronic pop singer/songwriter currently residing in Orlando, Florida, he is formerly from Los Angeles. His funky hit song "Take It Slow (Gotta Say Hey) has already dominated radio in Europe reigning at the #1 spot for 5 weeks (4 consecutive) on the APC Euro Indie Music Top 200 Chart! He is ready to take the USA charts by storm! "Take It Slow (Gotta Say Hey" is featured on the 'Red Devil' compilation CD by DJ Snow White on Amada Records! "Take It Slow (Gotta Say Hey)" won honorable mention and 5 stars for songwriting in the 2019 UK Songwriting Competition and the music video was nominated Best Pop Song, Best Pop Video and Best Dance/Electronic Video in the 2019 Indie Music Channel Awards held at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles! 'Take It Slow (Gotta Say Hey)" was released in loving memory of his father who passed away in May 2018. Take It Slow was one of his dad's favorite sayings when Craymo was growing up. His follow up single "December Rain (Carol Of Love)" an emotional heartfelt ballad about unrequited love reached #6 on the APC Euro Indie Music Top 200 Chart after just 5 weeks on the chart! "December Rain (Carol Of Love)" won Best Rock Song in the fall 2019 Clouzine International Music

Awards, was a Semi-Finalist Adult Contemporary Category along with 5 stars in the 2019 UK Songwriting Competition and won Best Alternative Music Video and Best Easy Listening Video in the 2019 Indie Music Channel Awards! His musical influences include George Michael, Robbie Williams, Sam Smith, Michael Jackson and Prince. Craymo is also an anti-bullying advocate, his anti-bullying anthem "Be Myself" won Best Song in version 3 of the Worldwide Music Contest and his anti-bullying song for equality, human rights and world peace "One Love One World (We Are One)" won Best Music Video in version 4 of the Worldwide Music Contest. His music has been licensed and featured in many TV shows including Dance Moms, Toddlers and Tiaras, The Mysteries of Laura (NBC) and Chris and John To The Rescue (Canada) and several indie films including Lucky Dog, Gabe The Cupid Dog, Miss Castaway (featuring one of Michael Jackson's last cameo roles), Leaving Hollywood and others. Craymo appeared on Star Search '89 as a male vocalist and received 3.5 out of 4 stars, losing to the grand champion that year Dave Demay. Craymo has appeared as an actor on the soap operas General Hospital and Days Of Our Lives and in many independent films. He also appeared as an opening act for Smashmouth!

Support and Grab the single on Amazon