8.04.2025

Meet Nali, the Versatile NY Singer-Songwriter Who Is Turning Heads With Her Heartfelt R&B

The 22-Year-Old Artist Prepares I Love Nali, Her Eclectic Debut Mixtape, For Release On August 20th via Courtesy Of Records

Known for the Viral Single “4U” and For Her Engaging Live Performances, the Brooklyn Native Hops Between Styles to Showcase All Facets of Her Personality On the Upcoming EP

Critical Praise:

“Nali is a GEM FR” – @IBreatheMusicAllDay

“Nali is already turning heads” – FashionablyEarly

The Announcement:

22-year-old singer Nali puts her heart and soul into every song, channeling each artistic impulse with the lived-in authenticity of a born-and-bred Brooklyn girl. Since she started releasing music in 2020, the multi-talented artist has been the R&B industry’s best-kept secret, captivating in-the-know crowds with her mesmerizing live performances and winning over tastemakers with songs like “4U.” Now signed to Courtesy Of Records, the new label formed by industry vets Solomon Sounds, Daniel “Birdman Zoe” Desir, Saint Harraway, and Ryan Ruden, Nali is ready for her turn in the limelight, announcing I Love Nali, her debut mixtape, coming August 20th.

Following up her 3-song No Spaces EP, and channeling the spirit of her “No Spaces Live” stoop performance (over 125k YouTube views), 1 Love Nali blends R&B, hip-hop percussion, with heavy notes of jazz, each track showing off her natural musicality and soul-baring lyrics. The mixtape fuses those styles into a sound of Nali’s own, resembling a series of journal entries that reflect her moods and experiences. I Love Nali gives a home to the harmonious love song “4U,” with over 900k streams on Spotify, and the guitar-driven recent single “Crossfaded,” along with six other standout songs that show what the young artist can do.

I Love Nali continues a journey that started when the artist of Puerto Rican and Jamaican descent was a child, born to a musical family in Brooklyn. She fell in love with the piano as a child, but didn’t seriously consider pursuing music until the world stopped during the pandemic. With nothing to stop her from following her dream, she dove into recording, developing a raw and deeply personal sound with an authenticity that doesn’t sacrifice chops or complexity. At the age of 19, Nali released “POV,” which made an organic impact on SoundCloud and social media before she had even made a music-focused account. In late 2023, Nali got a boost when the popular music discovery account @IBreatheMusicAllDay discovered a snippet of “4U,” sharing it to his 340k followers and quickly going viral. In early 2024, Nali released the finished version of the song, which became her official debut single, garnering notice from FashionablyEarly and Spotify Fresh Finds, earning a spot on Spotify’s 2024 Fresh Finds R&B of the Year playlist. Nali followed “4U” with her first mini-EP, No Spaces, which she performed live during one of her signature “Stoop Sessions.”

With I Love Nali, the rising singer-songwriter invites us into her world, exploring the corners of her mind before she emerges fully-formed with her debut album. Stay tuned for more from Nali in the near future.

Watch Nali’s “Crossfaded” Stoop Session: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDc6aiP_Vpo

Stream “Crossfaded”: https://Nali.lnk.to/Crossfaded

Keep up with Nali HERE

I Love Nali tracklist:

1. Callmeatthewrongtime
2. Good Day
3. Jazz
4. All Day
5. Crossfaded
6. Wait For You
7. 4U
8. Journal Entry
9. Procrastinating (Outro)

Photoshoot/Album Artwork credits:
shoot at @propmyganda
colorist/art: tatum annan
shooter:Jalawi Benjamin
lighting: Ace Torrie

Photo credit: @fromakbar

Please contact Michelle or Cheyenne for more info.

The Background:

About Courtesy Of Records

Courtesy Of Records, founded by veteran music industry executives Solomon Sounds, Daniel “Birdman Zoe” Desir, Saint Harraway, and Ryan Ruden, serves as an incubation house for artists, offering hands-on development, marketing, distribution, and business strategy tailored to each artist’s unique potential. COR blends corporate-level execution with a grassroots approach, ensuring both major industry impact and artist authenticity. COR understands that success in today’s music industry requires more than just talent. It demands: strategic positioning, cross-platform branding, and long-term vision. Artists thrive when given creative freedom, strategic support, and business empowerment. COR is designed to nurture talent while building sustainable careers, equipping artists with the tools to become industry powerhouses. Courtesy Of Records is home to Nali, Stunna Sandy, Like The Night (LTN), Haydin Travis, and many more artists to be announced.

Links:

linktree | tiktok | instagram | youtube | spotify

“Crossfaded”: https://Nali.lnk.to/Crossfaded

No Spaces EP Live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2Y1RIM2lxo

“4U”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3Xi6RgFU-Y

8.04.2025

Afro Nation Announces Afro Nation Punta Cana, A Multi-Day Music Experience in the Dominican Republic

Afro Nation Punta Cana Reveals Lineup, Headlined by Sexyy Red, Ayra Starr, and DJ Maphorisa

Odeal, Shallipopi, Moliy, Ruger, TxC, and More Fill Out the Star-Studded Bill

Celebrating Global Black Music and Culture For Over Five Years, Afro Nation Plans an Intimate Experience With Three Venues in Three Days, Complete With a Thrilling Lineup of African and International Heavy-Hitters Over Three Action-Packed Days

Critical Praise:

Featured on CNN

Featured in The New Yorker

“With previous events in Ghana and Puerto Rico, Afro Nation has the accolade of being the world’s biggest festival centered on Afrobeats music.” – Billboard

“When an international Afrobeats festival comes to one of the Blackest cities in America, history was bound to be made.” – Essence

“Detroit is Afro Nation…Afro Nation is more than just a two-day music festival. It’s even beyond a gathering of Africans, American or otherwise, descending on a city to have a good time with good vibes. It’s a mecca of unapologetic Blackness that puts the spotlight on not just music, but unity, and community.” – Detroit Metro Times

“The Afro Nation Festival made a lively Stateside debut in Miami over Memorial Day weekend, taking place a the 40,000 capacity LoanDepot Park (formerly Marlins Park). With Burna Boy headlining day one and Wizkid taking the stage on day two, Afro Nation Miami had an unmistakable African essence, fusing afrobeats, amapiano, and reggae.” – Variety

“The festival promises to deliver an impressive array of today’s hottest artists from Africa and the diaspora.” – Yahoo!

The Announcement:

Since its founding in 2019, Afro Nation has celebrated Global Black music and culture, bringing superstar artists to must-attend events in Europe, Africa, the U.S., and Puerto Rico. This fall, Afro Nation returns to the Caribbean with Afro Nation Punta Cana, a multi-day experience. Today, the international brand reveals the lineup for its first-ever event in the Dominican Republic, headlined by Afrobeats phenom Ayra Starr, hitmaking hip-hop princess Sexyy Red, and amapiano originator DJ Maphorisa. The three headliners will be supported by a thrilling array of ascendant and established artists from Africa and the diaspora, representing additional genres like dancehall, electronic, and more. With more artists to be announced in the near future, Afro Nation Punta Cana launches from November 7-9 in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

Afro Nation Punta Cana is unique among Afro Nation events, offering an intimate multi-day experience with excellent music electrifying three different venues around the beautiful beach town. For the first segment of the event, Afro Nation hits up Pearl Beach Club for two nights of dancing. On the final day of the event, Afro Nation takes over El Dorado Waterpark, creating a festival-like atmosphere on the park’s grounds, with performances from some of the event’s biggest artists. With a number of partnering resorts helping to make the experience seamless, Afro Nation Punta Cana is a one-way ticket to paradise, with beautiful music and glorious weather to liven up the fall.

Afro Nation Punta Cana continues Afro Nation’s tradition of high-profile events in diverse global locales. With a reputation as the world’s biggest Afrobeats festival, Afro Nation has hosted events in Portugal, Ghana, Puerto Rico, and produced U.S. festivals in Miami and Detroit. Last year, Afro Nation hosted Afro Nation Detroit 2024, recruiting stars like Lil Wayne, Asake, and Rema to tear it up in the historic music city.

Afro Nation is dedicated to providing a global platform for music from Africa and its diaspora. In addition, Afro Nation teams with BBC Radio 1xtra and the Official Charts Company to host a weekly UK Afrobeats Chart Show, and in 2022, Afro Nation partnered with Billboard to present the first-ever U.S. Afrobeats Chart.

With more milestones to cross and many unforgettable sets in the near future, Afro Nation Punta Cana is primed to shine a spotlight on some of the most exciting artists in music today.

Keep an eye on Afro Nation US’s Instagram for more updates.

Please contact Michelle or Kevin for more info

The Background:

Launched in 2019 with critical acclaim by Nigerian creative industry entrepreneurs Obi Asika, and Smade, Afro Nation is the biggest Afrobeats celebration in the world and a fast growing global cultural influence. The brand made waves with events in Portugal, Puerto Rico, and Ghana, crafting events that unite the diaspora and deliver culturally-important music to an underserved audience. Past artists include Burna Boy, Davido, Meek Mill, Megan Thee Stallion, Scorpion Kings, Major League DJz and many more. In 2023, Afro Nation hosted its first two festivals in the United States: May’s Afro Nation Miami, headlined by Burna Boy and WizKid, and August’s Afro Nation Detroit, headlined by Burna Boy and Davido. A celebration of African and Global Black music in one of the world’s most historic music cities, Afro Nation Detroit returns in August 2024.

Links:

website | twitter | instagram

Find more information at afronation.com and puntacana.afronation.com

8.03.2025

CHANCE THE RAPPER PERFORMS MUSIC FROM UPCOMING ALBUM STAR LINE AT SURPRISE SET AT LOLLAPALOOZA

AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE ON AUGUST 15TH, STAR LINE IS AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER AT CHANCESTUFF.COM

The Grammy-Winning Rapper Offers a Special Treat For His Hometown Fans As He Prepares to Release His First Album Since 2019

Star Line Shipping Co.” Merch is Now Available at ChanceStuff.com, Each Item Featuring a Built-In “Star Chip” (NFC Chip).

Photo Credit: Keeley Parenteau

The Recap:

Chance The Rapper thrilled fans in Chicago with a performance at Lollapalooza on August 4th, featuring new music from his album Star Line, out August 15th. The Grammy-winning artist always gives a little something extra when performing in his hometown, speaking directly to those who have supported him since the beginning and winning over new fans in the 115,000 capacity crowd. The short, but impactful performance primes fans for his ambitious Star Line album, his first full-length in 6 years.

Download photos from his performance HERE (credit – Keeley Parenteau)

Download video from his performance HERE (credit – CJ Callins)

About Star Line:

Created with longtime producer DexLvL and shaped by travels to Ghana, Jamaica, and art fairs around the world, Star Line blends hip-hop, soul, and experimental sounds with lyrical meditations on identity, resilience, and legacy. While Chance has circled the globe in search of new perspectives, the project remains grounded in the worldview that has always defined his art: a deep, unshakable connection to Chicago and to Black culture across the diaspora. The album features artwork by Chance’s longtime collaborator Brandon Breux, who designed the iconic artwork for 10 Day, Acid Rap, and Coloring Book.

Star Line is available now for CD pre-order at Chancestuff.com, alongside the special Star Line Shipping Co. merch collection. Each item in the Shipping Co. merch collection, as well as the CDs, feature a built-in NFC chip that has Star Line content. Merch purchases include exclusive Star Line content through the NFC, while the CD comes with a download of the album. Additional merch drops and activations will be announced soon.

Learn how to use the NFC Technology via the below videos, posted on Chance’s IG: CDs | Merch

With Star Line, Chance The Rapper prepares his most ambitious and personal project to date.

Stay tuned for much more about Star Line in the near future.

Pre-order Star Line HERE

Photo Credit: Keeley Parenteau

Photo Credit: Keeley Parenteau

Photo Credit: Keeley Parenteau

Star Line album artwork

Contact:

For inquiries, please contact:
Michelle McDevitt, Audible Treats
Kevin Grossi, Audible Treats
TeamChance@shorefiremedia.com

Links:

official site + store | community | apple | spotify | soundcloud | twitter | instagram | youtube | tiktok

For Star Line pre-order and Star Line Shipping Co. merch, visit http://chancestuff.com

Learn how to use the NFC CD HERE

Learn how to access an exclusive song via NFC technology in Star Line Shipping Co. Merch HERE

08.01.2025

Mozzy Announces INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS 2, His Next Album, Coming August 8th via Mozzy Records / EMPIRE

The Oak Park Rapper Releases “4 A NECKLACE,” a New Single and Music Video From the Upcoming Album

Home to the Recent Single “23 AND 1” ft. YFN Lucci (Top 20 YouTube Trending) and Additional Guest Spots from Boosie Badazz, Hunxho, Nardo Wick, Rexx Life Raj, and More, the Upcoming Album Follows-Up the Sacramento Street Hero’s Acclaimed INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS, Released in April

Critical Praise:

“Mozzy is the flip side of that coin, conscience-stricken and tormented by every loss. Less than a year removed from a stint in federal prison, there is seemingly even greater caution to his music now, turning his matter-of-fact disposition in an even more poignant direction. Mozzy, who recently said he was “not one to glorify his L’s,” has moved into a hyper-reflective position on his new album, Children of the Slums.” – NPR

“He never needs to raise his voice or act out just to grab your attention; his delivery is assured and consistent but never overconfident. But despite how second nature rapping is for Mozzy, he never lets that confidence tilt into arrogance.” – Pitchfork

“Mozzy is the definition of a rapper in the zone, with a signal-to-noise ratio that rivals anyone else working in hip-hop today.” – Complex

“Chalk it up as a victory for Sacramento’s lyrical champion.” – HipHopDX

Rolling Stone’s 100 Greatest West Coast Rap Songs of All Time (#68, “Bladadah”)

The Announcement:

Processing his pain through his gritty and detailed lyrics, Mozzy understands that one cannot fully escape from a traumatic youth. Continuing to explore the memories that never fade, Mozzy announces INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS 2, his next project. Following up April’s INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS, the sequel dives even deeper into the recesses of Mozzy’s mind, as the veteran rapper learns to live with regret, and attempts to dodge the specters of his past that return to haunt him to this day. The upcoming album is home to the recent single “23 AND 1,” a poignant collaboration with YFN Lucci, which reached #19 on YouTube’s Trending chart for music and generated over 4 million streams across platforms, and features additional guest spots from Boosie Badazz, Hunxho, Nardo Wick, Rexx Life Raj, Millyz, DCMBR, and his Sacramento associates Celly Ru, E Mozzy and Marco Mula. Mozzy’s second project of 2025, INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS 2 arrives on August 8th via Mozzy Records / EMPIRE.

Along with the announcement, Mozzy shares “4 A NECKLACE,” a new single and music video from the album. A sinister West Coast rider’s anthem, “4 A NECKLACE” is blessed with the same lyrical dexterity and cinematic detail that defines Mozzy’s recent work. The rapper reflects on his life trying to dig out the mud, vividly relating the mind state of a hustler who will stop at nothing to shine: “Fingernails dirty got it out the mud, that’s how my life is/Waist deep is way different from you divin’ in/If we don’t get up, we gon’ try again,” he spits. The song arrives with a stylish video directed by AdamKG.

The upcoming INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS 2 picks up right where INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS left off, dramatizing Mozzy’s journey toward inner peace, as he attempts to move forward from the memories of traumatic youth that flood back, even during his current life of luxury. INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS swerves between emotional paeans like the Pitchfork-praised “NIGHTMARES” ft. Lil Poppa and ruthless anthems like “BLOOD DIAMONDS” ft. Peysoh and “KATTA CLIPS,” making space for fan favorite singles like “10 PERCENT” and high profile collaborations like “WHO WANT WAR” ft. Polo G. Featuring additional guest spots from EST Gee, Maine Muzik, Tsu Surf, and Mozzy’s faithful Sactown associates E Mozzy and Celly Ru, INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS is available everywhere via Mozzy Records / EMPIRE.

INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS continues Mozzy’s run as one of the most acclaimed and popular street rappers of his generation. He has earned a PLATINUM certification (for “Sleep Walkin”) and one GOLD certification from the RIAA as a lead artist (for “Excuse Me”) and three more on his collaborations with Skylar Grey, Likybo, and $tupid Young. Mozzy earned mainstream recognition in 2018, when his song “Sleep Walkin” was featured in a pivotal scene in Ryan Coogler’s Black Panther, and he earned a shout out from Kendrick Lamar in his Grammy Award acceptance speech. His street classic “Bladadah” placed #68 on Rolling Stone’s list of the 100 Best West Coast Rap Songs of All Time. Late last year, Mozzy teamed with Kalan.FrFr for the breezy LUCKY HER, and earlier, he paid tribute to his neighborhood with the album CHILDREN OF THE SLUMS.

Stay tuned for much more music from Mozzy in the coming days and weeks.

Pre-save INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS 2: https://music.empi.re/intrusivethoughts2

Stream “4 A NECKLACE”: https://music.empi.re/4anecklace

Watch “4 A NECKLACE”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUAOATu121c

Stream “23 AND 1” ft. YFN Lucci: https://music.empi.re/23and1

Watch “23 AND 1” ft. YFN Lucci: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrEmSn4_jP4

INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS 2 tracklist:

1. 4 A NECKLACE
2. 23 AND 1 (FEAT. YFN LUCCI)
3. ONNA B
4. SUPER SOAKER (FEAT. BOOSIE BADAZZ)
5. ALL I GOT (FEAT. HUNXHO)
6. LIVIN ILLEGAL (FEAT. MILLYZ)
7. CAN’T SAVE ME (FEAT. DCMBR)
8. STUTTER (FEAT. NARDO WICK)
9. KNOCK YOU DOWN
10. LOST IN THE TRENCH (FEAT. CELLY RU, E MOZZY & MARCO MULA)
11. PRAY FOR GRACE (FEAT. REXX LIFE RAJ)
12. WILL IT EVER STOP RAININ

Photo credit: Bryan Berry

Please contact Michelle or Kevin for more info.

Links:

official site | instagram | twitter | youtube | spotify | apple

Pre-save INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS 2: https://music.empi.re/intrusivethoughts2

“4 A NECKLACE”: https://music.empi.re/4anecklace

“23 AND 1” ft. YFN Lucci: https://music.empi.re/23and1 / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrEmSn4_jP4

“KEEP CALLIN MY NAME” (Vevo ctrl performance): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dG2348n3-Ag

“SEVEN 2’S” (Vevo ctrl performance): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLNU2tTNQ4s

INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS: https://music.empi.re/intrusivethoughts

“WHO WANT WAR” ft. Polo G: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iYITT3xS5A

“NIGHTMARES” ft. Lil Poppa: https://music.empi.re/nightmaremozzy / https://youtu.be/aKqhIqe-QqA?si=2dZGjM6dvSr37pmc

“UNDER OATH”: https://music.empi.re/underoathmozzy / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5PvacJ87w4

Mozzy & Kalan.FrFr – LUCKY HER: https://music.empi.re/luckyher

Mozzy & Kalan.FrFr – “BBL” ft. Rob49: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgKIvcOL-fY

“LOST IT ALL” ft. Fridayy (Lyric Video): https://mozzy.lnk.to/LOSTITALLVideo

CHILDREN OF THE SLUMS: https://mozzy.lnk.to/ChildrenOfTheSlums

“RED NOSE BULLY”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6WQDcIKqMX4

“JADED” ft. Eric Bellinger: https://Mozzy.lnk.to/Jaded / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3NOqXE2fPo

“FREE JUJU”: https://Mozzy.lnk.to/FREEJUJUVideo / https://Mozzy.lnk.to/FREEJUJU

“Ain’t On Sh*t” ft. Lil Zay Osama: https://mozzy.lnk.to/AINTONSHIT / https://youtu.be/GHw5oAVxUwM?si=Q2o2z-1yofsrbxba

“IF I DIE RIGHT NOW”: https://mozzy.lnk.to/ifidierightnow / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7UVt7KUkj4

“Count Time”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oaaW-sPj1M&

“10 Percent”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rZq8S5dpKk

KOLLECT KALL EP: https://mozzy.lnk.to/KOLLECTKALL/

08.01.2025

Rio Da Yung OG Releases “Big Ben,” the Latest Single and Music Video from F.L.I.N.T. (Feelin’ Like I’m Not Through), Out 8/10 via EMPIRE

Flint’s Biggest Rap Star With a Platinum Plaque and Over 300 Million Catalog Streams in 2025 Alone, Rio Pays Tribute to the Hardscrabble City of His Birth With His Upcoming Album, Featuring Guest Appearances From VonOff1700, Star Bandz, Zillionaire Doe, Rmc Mike, YN Jay, FBLManny, and More

The Heavy-Hitting Michigan Rapper Is Crushing It On His First-Ever Headlining Tour, the Nationwide “Welcome Home Tour,” Spanning Over 60 Dates This Summer and Fall

Critical Praise:

“…it’s good to have him back.” – Pitchfork

“…the loose-lipped, punchline god from Flint who became a Michigan rap titan” – Pitchfork

#66 Best Album of the Decade So Far (City On My Back) – Even his offhand comments have the power to smack you with bitter truths while you try to hold back the laughter.” – Passion of the Weiss

Best Albums of 2025 So Far (RIO FREE (Something Happen)) – The FADER

“I cannot possibly list all the lines that made me laugh out loud” – Stereogum

“Even his offhand comments have the power to smack you with bitter truths while you try to hold back the laughter.” – Passion of the Weiss

The Announcement:

With a reputation as Michigan’s top punchline artist, Flint native Rio Da Yung OG has been ion a tear since emerging from prison late last year. Today, the rapper shares “Big Ben,” the newest propulsive single from his upcoming album F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Through). Produced by Rio’s frequent collaborator Wayne616, “Big Ben” delivers a torrent of rewind-worthy punchlines (“I gotta lotta money on me, that’s why my clothes big”), occasionally giving a glimpse of the hard life he led before achieving his goals (“I miss my cousin, but I miss my brother more”). Directed by 2M Digital (who receive a shout out in the song’s lyrics), the video finds Rio rhyming with his son, BabyRio, a precocious youngster with a rap future of his own.

Following recent clips for songs like “What U Spend” ft. Zillionaire Doe (currently #30 on Youtube’s trending chart), “Great Day,” (trended in YouTube’s Trending Top 20 with over 1 million views in under 10 days), and “I GO,” featuring FBLManny, “Big Ben” is the latest release from F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Through), Rio’s next album. Filled with high-octane instrumentals from regular collaborators like Wayne616, BEATSBYSAV, and Danny G Beats, F.L.I.N.T. promises the same head-spinning flows and rewindable punchlines that Rio always brings, imbued with a new perspective and focus that Rio achieved after emerging from prison in late 2024. The album brings collaborations with Michigan associates like Flint’s own Coochie Man YN Jay and his Dum N Dumber duet partner Rmc Mike, and connects Rio with his favorite up-and-comers from the national scene, including Chicago emcees VonOff1700 and Star Bandz, Dallas’s Zillionaire Doe, and Atlanta’s FBLManny. Home to the quotable recent single “Sneaky ‘B’,” F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Through) arrives on August 10th via M I N E Ent. / EMPIRE.

Rio recently kicked off his “Welcome Home Tour,” his first-ever headlining trek, with a sold-out show in Detroit. The show in Detroit followed an appearance at Flint’s Harmony Fest, during which he received a proclamation from the City of Flint for his contributions to the city’s culture and community. Hosted behind Flint’s county jail, Rio’s homecoming was a symbol of his massive success, as the former inmate had a police escort parking luxury cars behind the building. Rio’s event was a special one for his whole family, as Rio’s son performed while the rapper signed autographs and Rio entered the jail to visit his close associate Big Ghost for the first time since 2021. Since Rio’s Flint homecoming, he has performed for rabid fans across the Midwest and Southwest, rhyming as enthusiastic fans shouted his lyrics back at him.

Continuing this summer and fall, “Welcome Home Tour” spans over 60 dates, passing through San Francisco on August 10th (Regency Ballroom), Los Angeles on August 12th (The Belasco Theater), Houston on August 30th (9pm Music Venue), and New York on September 24th (Webster Hall) before concluding in Chicago on October 11th (Patio Theater). Featuring support from Baby Money, FBLManny, and many special guests, tickets for the “Welcome Home Tour” are available at https://www.touringwithrio.com/

Watch “Big Ben”: https://youtu.be/ecwvXZ5YePg

Stream “Big Ben”: https://music.empi.re/bigben

Pre-save F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Through): https://music.empi.re/feelinglikeimnotthrough

F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Thru) tracklist:

1. Different Music
2. Great Day
3. Never Switched
4. Ghetto Love Story
5. I GO ft. FBLMANNY
6. Back Rubbed
7. AGGRESSIVE FLOW
8. Open A Bank ft. 3200 Tre
9. Rich Regardless ft. YN JAY
10. Ghetto Man ft. Peezy
11. Dumb N Dumber Flo ft. Rmc Mike
12. Thug Talk
13. Another Story
14. Sneaky “B”
15. Ask Jay
16. BS Story
17. Big Ben
18. Turnt In Real Life ft. VonOff1700
19. Ghetto Star ft. Star Bandz
20. What U Spend ft. Zillionaire Doe

The Background:

Emerging out of Flint in the late 2010s, Rio Da Yung OG helped transform his working class city into one of the most exciting rap hotbeds of the past several years. Elevated by notable co-signs from Detroit rappers like Peezy and buoyed by fan excitement over his freestyles and guest spots, Rio stormed onto the national scene, garnering overwhelming critical acclaim for releases like 2020’s City On My Back (named the #66 Best Album of the 2020s So Far by Pitchfork), Fiends Don’t Matter, 2 FACED, and his Dum and Dumber mixtape series with fellow Flint punchline artist Rmc Mike. During this time, Rio released some of his scene’s defining rap hits, including “Movie” ft. Louie Ray, “Chicken Coupe” ft. Peezy, and “1v1,” his collaboration with Lil Yachty. Just as his career was hitting high gear, Rio hit an obstacle in the form of a 4-year prison sentence. In late 2021, he left words of wisdom for his fans in the form of his “Last Day Out” freestyle, and went away. Even prison couldn’t stop Rio from putting in work. Fans rallied behind his 2019 hit “Legendary,” which grew into his biggest hit, generating hundreds of millions of streams.

In December 2024, Rio returned to the scene with a bang, releasing the epic first day out freestyle “RIO FREE,” racking up over 1 million views in a day and 8 million streams in just three days. The music video trended #1 on YouTube Music for three weeks straight. “RIO FREE” paved the way for the RIO FREE EP, which earned praise from Pitchfork, and its expansion RIO FREE (Something Happen), named one of the Best Albums of 2025 So Far by The FADER. In early January, Rio performed his first concert since 2021, selling out a star-studded show in Detroit, and in April, “Legendary” earned PLATINUM status from the RIAA, making Rio the first-ever rapper from Flint to earn a PLATINUM record. Rio has also been a willing collaborator, jumping on the viral “Shark” with Jorjiana, recently performed at the NBA Finals, appearing on Money Man’s new album, and reuniting with Rmc Mike for “Bragging Rights,” which trended at #28 on YouTube for music with over 1 million views in its first week.

With F.L.I.N.T. on the way and more excitement in the future, Rio looks to make 2025 his year. Stay tuned for more music and announcements in the coming weeks.

Photo credit: Esdras Thelusma

Rio receives his proclamation from the Mayor of Flint

Please contact Michelle or Annjie for more info.

Links:

official site | instagram | youtube | spotify | tiktok | apple

“What U Spend” ft. Zillionaire Doe: https://youtu.be/yccj80Zyc5M

Pre-save F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Through): https://music.empi.re/feelinglikeimnotthrough

“Great Day”:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ODIHFyf9Qc

“I GO” ft. FBLManny: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aI6y8ZHL3sg

“Sneaky B”: https://music.empi.re/sneakyb / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_vlNOnXmDM

RIO FREE (Something Happen): https://music.empi.re/riosomethinghappen

Buy tickets for Rio’s “Welcome Home Tour”: https://www.touringwithrio.com/

08.01.2025

That Mexican OT Shares Flex-Heavy New Single “Accessories” ft. Peso Peso

“Accessories” Will Appear on Recess, That Mexican OT’s Next Album, Coming Very Soon via Capitol Records / GoodTalk / Good Money Global / Manifest

Watch HERE
Stream HERE

Following Up “Baby Mad At Me” ft. Lil Wayne and Its Action-Packed Music Video, the Slow-Mo Heater “Accessories” Re-Affirms OT’s Generational Ability to Craft Texas Trap Bangers

Critical Praise:

“That Mexican OT is a consummate entertainer…he underscores how syncretic Texas music has always been, infusing traditions from both sides of the border with his own idiosyncrasies. The result is a brightly colored spectacle, a freestyle brawl of rap styles and regional flavors.” – Pitchfork

“That Mexican OT is having a moment…The 24-year-old from Bay City, Texas, is the latest regional Mexican performer to take over the hearts and minds of a music-loving world. But instead of corridos tumbados y bélicos or longing cumbias, Virgil Rene Gazca, better known as That Mexican OT (the OT stands for “Outta Texas”), is making waves in the world of third coast rap.” – Los Angeles Times

“That Mexican OT looks like a cowboy. But he sounds like a rap star.” – The Washington Post

“He’s got his fans hopped up on the same giddy multiculturalism as he is.” – The FADER

“OT’s creativity and style is introducing something truly unprecedented to the rap industry and the relatively smaller landscape of Latin rap.” – Houston Chronicle

“The Texas rapper is climbing the charts and bridging generational divides” – SPIN

“His deep bag of flows and lyrical creativity as well as his consistent musical output is impressive.”  – Lyrical Lemonade

“That Mexican OT’s Southern Trap Shines On ‘Lonestar Luchador’…OT (Outta Texas) delivers a charming Southern style partnered with his own Bay City flow that makes ‘Lonestar Luchador’ a must-listen.” – HotNewHipHop

The Song:

Rhyming with an effortless drawl and a devilish charm, That Mexican OT has the skills to back up his smack talk. Today, the 26-year-old Texan warns all potential challengers that they can’t mess with his verbal firepower, sharing “Accessories,“ his new single. A collaboration with a fellow East Texas rapper of Mexican descent, Peso Peso, “Accessories” is a simmering slice of Texas trap, combining subsonic bass and resonant piano chords to create a song perfect for late-night smoke sessions. The 26-year-old rapper locks into the beat, spitting out-of-pocket flex after out-of-pocket flex, before Peso Peso comes through to match the Bay City native’s freaky energy. Directed by DGreen Filmz, the video for “Accessories” finds OT and Peso Peso collaborating on an illicit job, demonstrating the methodical way they run the Texas streets. “Accessories” is the latest single to emerge from Recess, That Mexican OT’s next album, coming in Summer 2025 via Capitol/GoodTalk/Good Money Global/Manifest.

Stream “Accessories” ft. Peso Peso HERE
Watch “Accessories” ft. Peso Peso HERE

“Accessories” is a worthy follow-up to “Baby Mad At Me,” OT’s melodic collaboration with Lil Wayne. Also produced by Bankroll Got It, “Baby Mad At Me” is a guitar-driven situationship ballad, in which OT attempts to smooth things over with a woman who did him wrong. Last month, OT dropped the “Baby Mad At Me” music video, directed by Jon Sutcliffe, which gave fans a glimpse into OT’s wild world.

Watch “Baby Mad At Me” ft. Lil Wayne HERE
Stream “Baby Mad At Me” ft. Lil Wayne HERE

“Accessories” and “Baby Mad At Me” will appear on Recess, OT’s upcoming album. The anticipated follow-up to last year’s Texas Technician, Recess is another level up from the defiant rapper, who channels the carefree spirit of the characters from the titular Disney cartoon and applies it to his simmering Texas rap sound. The tape is the latest showcase of OT’s singular blend of lightning-fast flows and twangy melodies that earned him his status as one of the rap game’s most exciting risers.

Earlier this summer, That Mexican OT announced the “Recess Tour,” launching in late August. The tour finds the Bay City rapper performing 24 dates across the South and Midwest, stopping in cities like Memphis, Pittsburgh, and Minneapolis, and spending 4 dates touring his native Texas. Tickets for the “Recess Tour” are available at ThatMexicanOT.net

After breaking out in 2023 with his PLATINUM-selling hit “Johnny Dang” ft. Paull Wall & DRODi and the critically acclaimed album Lonestar Luchador–earning “Best of” recognition from The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Complex, and Pitchfork–That Mexican OT took his success to a new level in 2024. The rapper earned a spot on the 2024 XXL Freshman list, was named one of the 7 Artists Shaping the Sound of 2024 by The New York Times, appeared on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast (his episode topped the podcast chart for multiple days), sat for an interview with Nardwuar, headlined a show at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado, and shut down his sets at the Austin City Limits Festival. Last March, OT shared Texas Technician, which featured guest spots from Slim Thug, Paul Wall, and many more from the Texas scene, as well as national figures like Moneybagg Yo. The Texas Technician single “02.02.99” peaked at #74 on the Billboard Hot 100, en route to GOLD status. In the fall, OT released “War Wounds,” a collaboration with close friend Maxo Kream and Houston legend Lil’ Keke. Earlier this year, OT connected with Houston heavy-hitter Sauce Walka for Chicken & Sauce, a full-length collaborative mixtape that showcases each rapper’s unparalleled rhyming ability.

Hard at work on the forthcoming Recess, That Mexican OT prepares for a massive 2025. Stay tuned for much more from the Texas rhymer as he ascends to the stratosphere.

Credit: Dorian Green

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

The Background:

That Mexican OT is making sure Texas has a seat secured at the rap table. The Bay City, Texas rapper has burst onto the scene with his unique mix of exuberant, confidence-filled bars and the truck-rattling sensibilities of prime southern rap, mixed with the experimentation of DJ Screw’s signature sludgy chopped-n-screwed sound.

He flaunts a sound that plays just as well globally as it does at the parking lot kickback. The Tejano rapper rose to fame off his legendary linkup with Houston royalty Paul Wall on “Johnny Dang” (300 Million+ Streams), which Pitchfork honored as one of the best 100 songs of 2023. He parlayed that success into his breakout mixtape Lonestar Luchador, which was heralded by Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, HipHopDX, The Houston Chronicle, Passion Of The Weiss, and more.

Notching tens of millions of streams on hits such as “Hardest Ese Ever,” “Cowboy Killer,” and “Hit List” solidified him as one of the most exciting southern rappers on the come up. With his latest album, Texas Technician, That Mexican OT delivers on the fun and raucous sound that made him, while also showing off a meticulous desire to expand his range.

Links:

official site | instagram | spotify | youtube | tiktok

“Accessories” ft. Peso Peso: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtQSiLJw6KQ

“Baby Mad At Me” ft. Lil Wayne: https://thatmexicanot.lnk.to/BabyMadAtMe / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5KA8ucduYyw

“War Wounds” ft. Maxo Kream & Lil’ Keke: https://thatmexicanot.ffm.to/warwounds / https://youtu.be/-biiFVrKU7I

Buy That Mexican OT concert tickets at ThatMexicanOT.net

“1982” ft. Curren$y and Le$: https://youtu.be/TAH8CbgzN1k

“Cowboy In A Escalade” ft. Trapboy Freddy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9OH4MwKb-_k

“Mucho Gracias”: https://song.link/us/i/1732806353

“Wockhardt” ft. Le$: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xDzrOK40HA

Texas Technician (ChopNotSlop): https://thatmexicanot.lnk.to/TexasTechnicianChopNotSlop

“Coming Down” ft. OTB Fastlane: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oB2pysqlF40

“Crooked Officer” ft. Z-Ro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPOA3de-CxY

“Bull Riding” ft. Slim Thug & DRODi: https://youtu.be/CyvHAS1anCQ

“Kick Doe Freestyle”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7vgltnAv68

“Function” ft. Propain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mhmhEBco1Y

Texas Technician: https://thatmexicanot.lnk.to/TexasTechnician

“Twisting Fingers” ft. Moneybagg Yo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OAzRWq6QTTE

“Point ‘Em Out” ft. DaBaby: https://youtu.be/HcQTWq7Sea0?si=xiultvUv4_9TGw8m

“02.02.99”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FSgekLujqE

Lonestar Luchador (Chopped Not Slopped): https://thatmexicanot.lnk.to/LonestarLuchadorCNS

“Cowboy Killer”: https://youtu.be/MDrRTupceaI

Buy tickets to see That Mexican OT on Tour: ThatMexicanOT.net

Lonestar Luchador: https://thatmexicanot.lnk.to/lonestarluchador

“Breannan”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sy30aMkQsxg

“Barrio” ft. Lefty SM: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSF1w_NCDKI

“Johnny Dang” ft. Paul Wall & Drodi: https://youtu.be/tvmUrOSahsc

08.01.2025

Conway The Machine Releases New Single “Se7enteen5ive” (Prod. by Conductor Williams), and Jets to Colombia for the Music Video

The Bruising Buffalo-Born Emcee Bags Bricks in Bogota in the Cinematic Video For His Plug Talking, Soul-Sampling New Song, Out Now via Roc Nation Distribution

Critical Praise:

“Conway sounds as sharp as ever” – Rolling Stone

“…he’s stayed consistent and staked his claim as one of the fiercest rappers working” – Pitchfork

“The Buffalo-based rapper has built a reputation for his raw lyricism, impeccable flow, and uncompromising dedication to the art of hip-hop.” – Billboard

“…the Buffalo, NY artist has paved his own path and set his own definition of success, building up a following through high-quality mixtapes of raw hip-hop that takes the classic boom bap sound and updates it with the modern grit of his hometown.” – Forbes

“Conway The Machine is on a roll right now. Easily one of the most productive, creatively fluid figures in American rap, his journey – from a near-fatal shooting to immense acclaim – is one of his generation’s most notable arcs.” – Clash

“When some rappers talk about violence, it can feel hollow, but when Conway admits to “crying in the mirror while I look at my face” on the poignant album highlight ‘Stressed’, you feel every single word. It feels like you’re listening to Michael Jackson’s ‘Man in the Mirror’ reimagined for gangsters.” – HUCK

The Announcement:

Overcoming a lifetime’s worth of obstacles off the strength of his unimpeachable work ethic and cinematic street rhymes, Conway The Machine can’t be stopped by mortal technology. The acclaimed rapper and Griselda co-Founder returns for his first new single of 2025, sharing the Conductor Williams-produced “Se7enteen5ive,” and its accompanying music video.  “Se7enteen5ive” showcases Conway’s methodical mastery of his pen, as he packs pearls of plug wisdom between Conductor’s sirenic organs and grainy blasts of brass: “Let that resonate/For all the non-believers I set the record straight/With shots to the head and face/That n**** was sellin’ weight, but still he died with no cake/Just to pay for the weight, his ma was selling plates.”

Directed by Head Make Book Productions, the video for “Se7enteen5ive” sends Conway to Colombia, where the Machine connects with his plug and explores the colorful streets of Bogotá, while beautiful baddies do his dirty work.”Se7enteen5ive” is the first single from Conway’s next album, coming soon via Roc Nation Distribution.

“Se7enteen5ive” marks a triumphant return for Conway, as he looks to make a major statement with the proper follow-up to last year’s Slant Face Killah. The album follows in the footsteps of acclaimed solo works like 2023’s Won’t He Do It, 2022’s God Don’t Make Mistakes, and 2021’s La Maquina. Always keeping busy, the prolific rapper also released multiple collaborative projects last year, teaming with Ransom and V Don for Chaos Is My Ladder 2, and tapping close associate 38 Spesh and producer Big Ghost Ltd. for the latest edition of the Speshal Machinery mixtape series: Special Machinery: The Ghronic Edition.

A consummate hustler and survivalist, Conway overcame a rough past–including surviving multiple gunshot wounds to his head and neck–to become one of rap’s most respected lyricists. Now the leader of his own Drumwork Music Group, Conway is ready to remind the rap game that he can stand up to the greats. Stay tuned for more.

Watch “Se7enteen5ive” (Prod. by Conductor Williams): https://Conway.lnk.to/Se7enteen5ive

Stream “Se7enteen5ive” (Prod. by Conductor Williams): https://ffm.to/se7enteen5ive\

Photo credit: Steven Eloiseau

Please contact Michelle or Kevin for more info.

The Background:

Roc Nation was founded with an independent spirit and an artist-first mentality. ROC Nation distribution is a hybrid, offering a unique blend of services. The mission is to support and empower independent artists while providing them the tools and services to distribute their music. Artists who partner with ROC Nation distribution are independent, retain ownership of their master’s and creative control of their art. Artists receive data analytics from a proprietary dashboard and have the ability to opt into various services across the company.

Links:

instagram | twitter | youtube | spotify | apple

“Se7enteen5ive”: https://ffm.to/se7enteen5ive / https://conway.lnk.to/Se7enteen5ive

08.01.2025

Hurricane Wisdom Unites With reGGie for the Blistering “On Stream“

Originally Unveiled Live on reGGie’s Popular Stream, the Single Is the Latest Landmark on the Road To Hurricane’s Perfect Storm (Deluxe)

Home to Hits like “Giannis” and “Drugs Callin’,” the Original Perfect Storm Spent 3 Weeks on the Billboard 200 Earlier This Year

Critical Praise:

“Wisdom, from Havana (a tiny suburb of Tallahassee), fuses the tropical bounce of Florida street rap with the tenderness in the ballads of Southern and Midwestern truth-tellers. And the instrumental—flickering percussion and scattered, Broward County steel drums, merged with slow-mo, almost G-funk synths—is both melancholic and upbeat at the same time. It’s all rounded out by Wisdom’s raspy melodies, as he seamlessly toggles between no-frills aggression and lilts that hit like a sunshower.” – Pitchfork

“The Havana native broke down the regional barriers of Tallahassee with the twitchy “Giannis” in August, which picked up momentum like the Milwaukee Bucks superstar on a fast break to close out 2024. Hurricane narrates his gritty come-up but also delivers witty one-liners making light of his situation. He compares guns to the size of Giannis Antentokounmpo and jokes about not being good at math, but keeping problem-solvers around – if you catch his drift.” – Billboard

“Hurricane Wisdom Is On His Way To Becoming Rap’s Next Breakout Act” – UPROXX

“Dedicated to cultivating music that aims to uplift and inspire, Wisdom crafts his music for survivors and for the downtrodden soldiers who are giving their all to overcome adversity.” – The Knockturnal

The Video:

Hurricane Wisdom‘s piercing tenor and infectious flow can turn any instrumental into a heartfelt banger. Teaming up with streamer/rapper reGGie to resurrect a world famous beat, Hurricane officially releases the hotly-anticipated single “On Stream.” Originally premiered live on reGGie’s popular stream, “On Stream” is a bite-sized flex fest, as the two rappers trade melodic bars: “Know that I’m from Florida, every song, I speed it up/Okay, know we on our grind, what Kendrick say? ‘It’s not enough,'” spits Hurricane. Showing off Hurricane’s acting skills, the action-packed video for “On Stream” shows what happens to those who cross the young rapper: they meet the business end of a bazooka.

“On Stream” is Hurricane Wisdom’s latest release on the road to Perfect Storm (Deluxe), following the releases of “Woosah” (which peaked at  #9 for YouTube trending and #40 on the YouTube Top Music Video chart), “Anyways,” and most recently, “Afraid.” With over 654k views in its first week of release, “Afraid” reached #12 on YouTube’s Trending Chart, while “Woosah” boasts over 4.3 million YouTube views and currently sits as the #56 Top Music Video in the United States on the platform.

Charting on the Billboard 200 for three weeks (#126 peak), Perfect Storm illustrates why Hurricane Wisdom is one of the most exciting artists in Florida’s bustling rap scene. From the opening track, Hurricane delivers addictive melodies and unapologetic lyrics with the kinetic urgency of an artist hellbent on achieving rap stardom. Perfect Storm is home to “Giannis (Remix),” a new version of Hurricane’s 2024 breakout hit with a guest verse from Polo G, and the buzzing single “Drugs Callin,” which has over 12 million views on YouTube. Earlier, Hurricane dropped videos for his high profile collabs, “On God” ft. Raq Baby (3.8 million views) and “Mind Gone” ft. Dthang (2.1 million views). Featuring additional guest spots from Sleepy Hallow, NoCap, Fredo Bang, Skilla Baby, and more, Perfect Storm is available on all platforms via Open Shift Distribution.

Born and raised in Havana, Florida, just 30 minutes from Tallahassee, Hurricane Wisdom earned a big fanbase (207k YouTube subscribers, 369k Instagram followers) with his emotionally honest lyrics and entrancing melodies. His 2024 project Eye Of The Storm featured “Giannis,” a kinetic anthem dedicated to the Milwaukee Bucks superstar, which became Hurricane Wisdom’s biggest hit to date, with over 15 million YouTube views and 6 million Spotify streams. “Giannis” earned rapturous reviews from critics, as well, including Pitchfork, who called the song “the feel-good Florida anthem of the moment” and listed it at #36 on their list of the 100 Best Songs of 2024.

With Hurricane Wisdom’s Perfect Storm (Deluxe) approaching the horizon, the artist continues to put the pressure on, making a Category 5 impact on the industry. Keep an eye out…a storm is coming.

Watch “On Stream” ft. reGGie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I63Zck_gYgM

Stream “On Stream” ft. reGGie: https://openshift.vyd.co/On-stream

Stream Perfect Storm: https://openshift.vyd.co/PerfectStorm

Photo credit: Esdras “PhotoTea” Thelusma

Please contact Michelle and Annjie for more info.

The Background:

Fusing expressive church vocals with themes of optimism and perseverance, Hurricane Wisdom makes songs for survivors — anthems that are as spiritual as they are heartfelt. A down-home storyteller, the Florida native serves up motivational soundtracks for everymen with dreams of sunnier days; his music gives them the resolve to get there. It’s an artistic approach as much as it is a mission, and it’s earned him a growing legion of fans, cosigns from Rod Wave and NLE Choppa, and status as one of the most potent young voices in the South East. It’s a position he reinforces with “Hard Knock Life,” an engrossing rumination on the struggle of the hopeful underdogs. His blurry melodies spill out like teardrops even as his lyrics spell out danger. Through it all, he’s swirled themes of aspiration with tales of frayed friendships and other blockboy hazards while showcasing an inborn sincerity — and a heightened humanity — that connects soul to sound and listeners to love.

Since breaking out with “Granny’s Baby” in 2020, he’s cultivated a sizable buzz with projects like Hurricane Season (2021), State of Emergency (2022) and Category 5: The Biggest Hurricane (2023), with each new release earning more streams than the last. To date, he’s collaborated with the likes of NLE Choppa, SpottemGottem, NoCap, Luh Tyler and more as he’s proven his ability to infuse songs with empathy that soars above genres or classifications. Looking ahead, Hurricane wants to continue to be a voice for the people who don’t have one. The beats will change and his songwriting skills will grow, but it will all be rooted in a spirit of mutual understanding. “At the end of the day, I just try to make shit that people can relate to as humans,” he says. “We’re all human.”

Links:

instagram | spotify | youtube | apple

“On Stream” ft. reGGie: https://openshift.vyd.co/On-stream

“Woosah”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRnfK3FFb9E

“Anyways”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXDruT14bcw

“Need Me”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsIhHbjuUJ0

“Kinfolk” ft. Sleepy Hallow: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7QDPU1Dd_Q

“Mind Gone” ft. Dthang: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KKE3K2m4EiQ

“On God” ft. Raq Baby: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pLbWC-6f6k

Perfect Storm: https://openshift.vyd.co/PerfectStorm

“Demand”: https://openshift.vyd.co/310851

“Giannis” (Remix) ft. Polo G: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVPHumbsdUs

“Salute” ft. Loe Shimmy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nr1n_Q0zJug

“Closure”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3O2QSmBKBI

“Giannis”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5JaOnul46A

08.01.2025

14x Platinum Producer Buddah Bless Stars With BossMan Dlow, Big Sean & 2 Chainz in the Video for “See The World“

“See The World” is the Hitmaking Producer’s Debut Single as a Lead Artist

Welcome to Buddah Bless Airlines: the ATL-via-NYC Producer Takes to the Skies As He Travels From Paradise to Paradise With His Rap Star Friends and A Crew of Baddies

Critical Praise:

14x RIAA Platinum and 3x RIAA Gold Certifications on His Productions

“Buddah Bless snapped on everything he touched this year.” – XXL

“…one of the game’s hottest producers right now” – HotNewHipHop

The Video:

A hitmaker for more than a decade with over 14 Platinum plaques, Buddah Bless is ready for his flowers. The Atlanta-based producer, known for his “Buddah Bless this beat” production tag, gathers his A-List friends for the new music video for “See The World,” his debut single as a lead artist. The song is a organ-led banger, featuring standout verses from BossMan Dlow, Big Sean, and 2 Chainz. In the video, directed by Killahjack and Buddah Bless himself, Buddah flies from Miami to L.A., then back to the A, flying in a plane as jumpin’ as any party bus. The producer-artist parties with Dlow in Miami, connects with Sean in L.A., and brings 2 Chainz along as his co-pilot. “See The World” marks the start of a new chapter in the career of Buddah Bless, who been an in-demand collaborator for artists of all kinds, from Megan Thee Stallion and Travis Scott, to Migos and NBA YoungBoy.

Born in the New York City area but raised in Atlanta, Buddah Bless strives to merge the sensibility of his two home hip-hop regions through his music. He began his musical career in church, playing piano and organ, and learned how to make beats from his uncle during one fateful Thanksgiving. As a young man, breaking into the industry at 18-years-old, Buddah emerged into the flourishing Atlanta scene as one of its most in-demand beatmakers, collaborating with the likes of Migos, 2 Chainz, and Young Thug on their early hits, and later producing ATL classics like Migos’ “Call Casting” and 2 Chainz’s “Big Amount” ft. Drake. In recent years, Buddah produced hits like Jackboys’ “OUT WEST” ft. Young Thug (over 1 billion worldwide streams), and has developed a productive artistic relationship with Megan Thee Stallion on songs like “Don’t Stop,” “Miami Blue,” and “Shots Fired.” The 33-year-old producer has earned 14 Platinum certifications and 3 Gold certifications from the RIAA, and has also collaborated with the likes of Gunna, Chris Brown, Summer Walker, Key Glock, and dozens of other rap and R&B superstars.

Hard at work on his debut album, Buddah Bless plans to show the world what elite artists already know: that he has the sauce to turn a banger into a world-conquering hit.

Stay tuned for much more from Buddah Bless in the near future.

Watch Buddah Bless, Big Sean, 2 Chainz – “See The World” (ft. Bossman Dlow) HERE

Stream Buddah Bless, Big Sean, 2 Chainz – “See The World” (ft. Bossman Dlow) HERE

Credit: Simone A.

Please contact Michelle or Kevin for more info.

The Background:

Buddah Bless, also known as Buddah Bless This Beat, is one of the most prominent names in Hip-Hop. Hailing from Atlanta, GA, Buddah Bless has produced for some of the biggest rap artists in the world. Notable cuts include “Big Amount” by Drake and 2 Chainz, “OUT WEST” by Travis Scott and Young Thug, “Call Casting” by Migos, “Heat” by Chris Brown & Gunna, “Shots Fired” by Meg The Stallion, “Make No Sense” by NBA YoungBoy, and “Saint Laurent Mask” by Travis Scott & Quavo. He’s also been working on projects for Kodak Black, Bossman Dlow, JT, Yung Miami, 2 Chainz, Key Glock, Quavo, Lil Yachty, and more.

Links:

spotify | instagram | youtube

Buddah Bless, Big Sean, 2 Chainz – “See The World” ft. BossMan Dlow: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYgUorlx4rU

Buddah Bless, Big Sean, 2 Chainz – “See The World” ft. BossMan Dlow: https://orcd.co/buddahbless-seetheworld

8.1.2025

Montana 700 Releases The Greatest of All Traps, His New Mixtape, Available On All Platforms via Remain Solid / 300 Ent.

Featuring Guest Appearances From YFN Lucci, Loe Shimmy, Fellow New Dallas Hitmaker Zillionaire Doe, and More, the Latest Mixtape by Montana 700 Bridges Eras of Southern Rap, Delivering Motivational Bangers and Raw Lyrics That Will Make You Want to Get a Bag

The Album is Home to Lead Single “Boosie Flow,” Which Surpassed 1 Million YouTube Views in Less Than Two Weeks

The Announcement:

A master of motivational money-getting music, Montana 700 is rising in the game with his propulsive new sound. The Dallas artist stakes out a claim as his generation’s premier trapper-turned-rapper on The Greatest of All Traps, his kinetic new mixtape. The mixtape continues Montana’s trailblazing “New Dallas” movement, which attempts to form a united front in the city, eliminating beef for a shared goal of building a flourishing rap scene. Along with his frequent rap partner Zillionaire Doe, who appears on the tape’s “Real Pain,” Montana 700 defines the sound of the scene, pulling from all eras to create anthems with motivational energy and raw lyricism.

Like Montana’s last mixtape, February’s 700 Reasons, the new tape provides a fresh spin on classic Southern rap sounds, making trap music that makes you want to move. Recent single “Boosie Flow,” which trended at #17 on YouTube’s Trending Charts and generated over 1 million views in under 2 weeks, exemplifies the approach, mixing a flow inspired by the legendary Baton Rouge rapper with syncopated piano plunks and emphatic percussion, creating a sound that crosses regions and generations. Songs like “White Ones” and “Getting Off” are imperious bangers inspired by the mid-00s ATL sound favored by Young Jeezy and Grand Hustle, while “Rap & Trap” borrows a demonic Detroit feel and “Chains On” adds a thumping Texas bounce to a classic West Coast riders’ anthem.

The Greatest Of All Traps is more soulful and contemplative than its predecessor, taking its foot off the gas for reflective highlights like the twinkling “On The Road,” and “5AM In Miami,” a woozy collaboration with Loe Shimmy. The tape reaches a climax with “Pray,” a collaboration with melodic rapper Kocky Ka and a local gospel choir, which conveys Montana’s fears and aspirations with cinematic grandeur. Featuring an additional guest appearance from YFN Lucci on tape highlight “Loyalty Is Real,” The Greatest Of All Traps is available on all platforms via Remain Solid / 300 Entertainment.

Born and raised in South Dallas, Montana 700 is ready to make 2025 his year. He first hit the scene in 2022, making music that combined the twangy and bass-heavy Dallas rap template with broader Southern rap sounds. Along with his close friend and frequent collaborator Zillionaire Doe, Montana 700 is a leader of the New Dallas movement, an effort from the younger generation to stop the violence that has plagued Dallas hip-hop for years, and instead to build a community-focused scene that will allow the whole city to prosper. Montana spoke about the New Dallas scene on a recent episode of Million Dollaz Worth of Game. The rapper broke out in a big way this year with 700 Reasons, Featuring songs like Count A Hunnit,” featuring a sample of Jeezy’s “And Then What,” which earned positive attention from Jeezy himself, and “Pipeline” (Remix), a new version of Montana’s local hit featuring BigXThaPlug

With The Greatest Of All Traps out now, Montana 700 prepares to make an impact on a grand scale. Stay tuned for much more.

Stream The Greatest Of All Traps: montana700.lnk.to/tgoat

Watch “Boosie Flow”: https://youtu.be/y4SqSiS1LBQ

The Greatest Of All Traps tracklist:

1. Intro
2. Boosie Flow
3. Camp Wisdom Baby
4. Loyalty Is Real ft. YFN Lucci
5. White Ones
6. 8 Months In
7. Getting Off
8. Trap Ain’t Dead
9. On The Road
10. 5AM In Miami ft. Loe Shimmy
11. Dirty Game
12. Rap & Trap
13. Whole Cliff
14. Pray ft. Kocky Ka
15. Chains On
16. Real Pain ft. Zillionaire Doe

Photo credit: Trenton Butler Jr.

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

Links:

instagram | spotify | youtube

The Greatest Of All Traps: montana700.lnk.to/tgoat

“Boosie Flow”: https://youtu.be/y4SqSiS1LBQ

“Million Dollar Run” ft. Peezy: https://youtu.be/rsXotHLQGNs

“Wit A Boss”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyhrkcUar2g

700 Reasons: https://montana700.lnk.to/700reasons

“Pipeline (Remix)” ft. BigXThaPlug: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyhrkcUar2g

“Brinks Truck”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5W9WhYB5a8

“Count A Hunnit”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O6cy0v3Mncc

“Pipeline”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxZgkC7gqj0

“Triple D” (w/ Zillionaire Doe): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TID1xglYXzI

7.31.2025

CHANCE THE RAPPER ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM STAR LINE OUT AUGUST 15

COVER ART DESIGNED BY LONGTIME COLLABORATOR BRANDON BREAUX

PRE-ORDER AT CHANCESTUFF.COM

The Grammy-Winning Chicago Native Unveils New Line of “Star Line Shipping Co.” Merch, Available at ChanceStuff.com, Each Item Featuring a Built-In NFC Chip That Has Star Line Content

The Announcement/Song/Video/Album:

Grammy-winner and global independent innovator Chance the Rapper has officially announced the release date of Star Line, his most ambitious and personal project to date, arriving August 15. Star Line reflects Chance’s global journey, artistically, spiritually, and physically, over the past six years. Created with longtime producer DexLvL and shaped by travels to Ghana, Jamaica, and art fairs around the world, Star Line blends hip-hop, soul, and experimental sounds with lyrical meditations on identity, resilience, and legacy. While Chance has circled the globe in search of new perspectives, the project remains grounded in the worldview that has always defined his art: a deep, unshakable connection to Chicago and to Black culture across the diaspora.

Star Line is available now for CD pre-order at Chancestuff.com, alongside the special Star Line Shipping Co. merch collection. Each item in the Shipping Co. merch collection, as well as the CDs, feature a built-in NFC chip that has Star Line content. Merch purchases include exclusive Star Line content through the NFC, while the CD comes with a download of the album. Additional merch drops and activations will be announced soon.

Chicago-based artist Brandon Breaux, Chance’s longtime visual collaborator behind the iconic covers for 10 Day, Acid Rap, and Coloring Book, created the album’s artwork. Over more than a decade, Chance and Breaux have developed a distinct visual language—one that resists reductive industry tropes and centers Blackness in vibrant, imaginative fullness. With Star Line, their creative dialogue continues, honoring Chance’s evolution while remaining rooted in authenticity and cultural reverence.

The album’s lead single, “Tree” featuring Lil Wayne and Smino, is out now. Built around a soulful reinterpretation of India.Arie’s “Video,” the track functions as both a personal tribute and a liberation anthem. Lyrically, Chance reflects on the strength of his mother and the inequities in agricultural industries. Blending vulnerability with defiance, he also reclaims cannabis as a symbol of peace, healing, and economic resistance.

The self-directed music video extends this vision. Set in a Black women-owned dispensary that doubles as a growing facility, the visual celebrates ownership, cultivation, and community-building, while challenging long-held stigmas around cannabis and Black entrepreneurship. The dispensary becomes a symbol of sovereignty, drawing a direct line to Marcus Garvey’s original Black Star Line: not just a vessel for liberation, but a platform for sustainable wealth, mobility, and self-determination. Playful, surreal, and rooted in joy, the video rejects tragedy and instead centers resilience, resistance, and Black women’s leadership. Watch the music video HERE.

Photo credit: Keeley Parentau

Chance The Rapper & Brandon Breaux (Photo credit: Keeley Parenteau)

Contact:

For inquiries, please contact:
Michelle McDevitt, Audible Treats
Kevin Grossi, Audible Treats
TeamChance@shorefiremedia.com

Links:

official site + store | community | apple | spotify | soundcloud | twitter | instagram | youtube | tiktok

For Star Line pre-order and Star Line Shipping Co. merch, visit http://chancestuff.com

Learn how to use the NFC CD HERE

Learn how to access an exclusive song via NFC technology in Star Line Shipping Co. Merch HERE

07.30.2025

Platinum Producer Buddah Bless Shares “See The World,” His Debut Single as Lead Artist

Featuring BossMan Dlow, Big Sean, and 2 Chainz

The 14x Platinum Certified Sound Architect Steps Out From Behind The Boards, Finally Ready to Assume the Spotlight After a Career Crafting Hits For the Rap Game’s Biggest Stars

Critical Praise:

14x RIAA Platinum and 3x RIAA Gold Certifications on His Productions

“Buddah Bless snapped on everything he touched this year.” – XXL

“…one of the game’s hottest producers right now” – HotNewHipHop

The Single:

For over a decade, Buddah Bless has used his expert sonic sensibilities to craft hits for some of the rap game’s biggest stars. Now, the 14x Platinum-certified producer, known for his tag “Buddah Bless this beat,” is ready to assume the spotlight, dropping “See The World,” his first-ever release as a lead artist. The new single unites Buddah with BossMan Dlow, who previously connected with Buddah on “Plenty Motion” from his Dlow Curry (Deluxe), and 2 Chainz, a frequent of collaborator of Buddah’s on hits like the Platinum-certified “Big Amount” ft. Drake, and marks the producer/artist’s first-ever collaboration with Big Sean.

Mixing a smooth organ melody with space-age 808s, Buddah Bless’s beat provides a luxurious backdrop for the three emcees to enter player mode. Dlow kicks the song off with his brash pronouncements (“Come here baby, I ain’t gon’ bite you less you want me to”), before Big Sean spits his trademark witticisms and references his old verses in a double-time flow (“Flew from Pacific to Atlantic, went from Detroit to Miami/From Miami to Jamaica just to take you someplace sandy”), and 2 Chainz anchors with signature punchlines (“Havin’ sex to some Keith Sweat, start perspiratin'”). Buddah ends the song with a rare appearance on mic, signaling his intent to reap the attention he deserves.

Born in the New York City area but raised in Atlanta, Buddah Bless strives to merge the sensibility of his two home hip-hop regions through his music. He began his musical career in church, playing piano and organ, and learned how to make beats from his uncle during one fateful Thanksgiving. As a young man, breaking into the industry at 18-years-old, Buddah emerged into the flourishing Atlanta scene as one of its most in-demand beatmakers, collaborating with the likes of Migos, 2 Chainz, and Young Thug on their early hits, and later producing ATL classics like Migos’ “Call Casting” and 2 Chainz’s “Big Amount” ft. Drake. In recent years, Buddah produced hits like Jackboys’ “OUT WEST” ft. Young Thug (over 1 billion worldwide streams), and has developed a productive artistic relationship with Megan Thee Stallion on songs like “Don’t Stop,” “Miami Blue,” and “Shots Fired.” The 33-year-old producer has earned 14 Platinum certifications and 3 Gold certifications from the RIAA, and has also collaborated with the likes of NBA YoungBoy, Gunna, Chris Brown, Summer Walker, Key Glock, and dozens of other rap and R&B superstars.

Hard at work on his debut album, Buddah Bless plans to show the world what elite artists already know: that he has the sauce to turn a banger into a world-conquering hit.

Stay tuned for much more from Buddah Bless in the near future.

Stream “See The World” ft. BossMan Dlow, Big Sean & 2 Chainz: https://orcd.co/buddahbless-seetheworld

Please contact Michelle or Kevin for more info.

The Background:

Buddah Bless, also known as Buddah Bless This Beat, is one of the most prominent names in Hip-Hop. Hailing from Atlanta, GA, Buddah Bless has produced for some of the biggest rap artists in the world. Notable cuts include “Big Amount” by Drake and 2 Chainz, “OUT WEST” by Travis Scott and Young Thug, “Call Casting” by Migos, “Heat” by Chris Brown & Gunna, “Shots Fired” by Meg The Stallion, “Make No Sense” by NBA YoungBoy, and “Saint Laurent Mask” by Travis Scott & Quavo. He’s also been working on projects for Kodak Black, Bossman Dlow, JT, Yung Miami, 2 Chainz, Key Glock, Quavo, Lil Yachty, and more.

Links:

spotify | instagram | youtube

“See The World” ft. BossMan Dlow, Big Sean & 2 Chainz: https://orcd.co/buddahbless-seetheworld

07.25.2025

Rio Da Yung OG Connects With Dallas Rapper Zillionaire Doe for New Video “What U Spend“

“What U Spend” is the Latest Single From F.L.I.N.T. (Feelin’ Like I’m Not Through), His Upcoming Album

With Over 300 Million Streams on His Catalog This Year To Date, Rio Da Yung OG’s Video With the Rising Dallas Rapper Follows a Triumphant Homecoming To the City of Flint, Where He Received a Proclamation In His Honor

Steeped in the Sounds and Traditions of the City of Flint, Which Recently Gave Rio a Proclamation Recognizing His Achievements, Including His Status as the City’s Only Platinum-Certified Rapper, the Upcoming F.L.I.N.T. Features Guest Appearances From Peezy, VonOff1700, Star Bandz, Zillionaire Doe, Rmc Mike, YN Jay, FBLManny, and More

Critical Praise:

“…it’s good to have him back.” – Pitchfork

“…the loose-lipped, punchline god from Flint who became a Michigan rap titan” – Pitchfork

#66 Best Album of the Decade So Far (City On My Back) – Even his offhand comments have the power to smack you with bitter truths while you try to hold back the laughter.” – Passion of the Weiss

Best Albums of 2025 So Far (RIO FREE (Something Happen)) – The FADER

“I cannot possibly list all the lines that made me laugh out loud” – Stereogum

“Even his offhand comments have the power to smack you with bitter truths while you try to hold back the laughter.” – Passion of the Weiss

The Announcement:

Tearing through the Michigan rap scene with his trademark sense of humor and unapologetic authenticity, Rio Da Yung OG has been waiting his whole life to embrace his rap star lifestyle. Now, with his legal troubles behind him and a new album plus 62-date tour in the near future, Rio is in the mood for flexing, sharing his new video “What U Spend.” Produced by his frequent collaborator Danny G Beats, “What U Spend” uses a kinetic Flint-style beat, complete with thumping bass and dancing steel drums. Rio connects with rising Dallas rapper Zillionaire Doe for a hustle-hard dialogue, as Rio touts the giant diamond earrings on his “tiny ears” and Zillionaire pays tribute to Rio’s home state and promises to ball hard like Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham. In the video, the two rappers connect at night with their bankrolls and foreign cars, as Rio prepares to head out on his epic “Welcome Home Tour.”

Following recent clips for songs like  “Great Day,” (currently trending on YouTube at #19 with over 550k views in one week) and “I GO,” featuring FBLManny, “What U Spend” is the latest release from F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Through), Rio’s next album. Filled with high-octane instrumentals from regular collaborators like Wayne616, BEATSBYSAV, and Danny G Beats, F.L.I.N.T. promises the same headspinning flows and rewindable punchlines that Rio always brings, imbued with a new perspective and focus that Rio achieved after emerging from prison in late 2024. The album brings collaborations with Michigan associates like Flint’s own Coochie Man YN Jay and his Dum N Dumber duet partner Rmc Mike, and connects Rio with his favorite up-and-comers from the national scene, including Chicago emcees VonOff1700 and Star Bandz, Dallas’s Zillionaire Doe, and Atlanta’s FBLManny. Home to the quotable recent single “Sneaky ‘B’,” F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Through) arrives on August 10th via M I N E Ent. / EMPIRE.

Rio recently kicked off his “Welcome Home Tour,” his first-ever headlining trek, with a sold-out show in Detroit. The show in Detroit followed an appearance at Flint’s Harmony Fest, during which he received a proclamation from the City of Flint for his contributions to the city’s culture and community. Hosted behind Flint’s county jail, Rio’s homecoming was a symbol of his massive success, as the former inmate had a police escort parking luxury cars behind the building. Rio’s event was a special one for his whole family, as Rio’s son performed while the rapper signed autographs and Rio entered the jail to visit his close associate Big Ghost for the first time since 2021.

The “Welcome Home Tour” spans over 60 dates, passing through San Francisco on August 10th (Regency Ballroom), Los Angeles on August 12th (The Belasco Theater), Houston on August 30th (9pm Music Venue), and New York on September 24th (Webster Hall) before concluding in Chicago on October 11th (Patio Theater). Featuring support from Baby Money, FBLManny, and many special guests, tickets for the “Welcome Home Tour” are available at https://www.touringwithrio.com/

Watch “What U Spend” ft. Zillionaire Doe: https://youtu.be/yccj80Zyc5M

Pre-save F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Through): https://music.empi.re/feelinglikeimnotthrough

Stream “Great Day”: https://music.empi.re/greatdayrio

Watch “Great Day”:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ODIHFyf9Qc

Watch “I GO” ft. FBLManny: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aI6y8ZHL3sg

Watch “Sneaky B”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_vlNOnXmDM

F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Thru) tracklist:

1. Different Music
2. Great Day
3. Never Switched
4. Ghetto Love Story
5. I GO ft. FBLMANNY
6. Back Rubbed
7. AGGRESSIVE FLOW
8. Open A Bank ft. 3200 Tre
9. Rich Regardless ft. YN JAY
10. Ghetto Man ft. Peezy
11. Dumb N Dumber Flo ft. Rmc Mike
12. Thug Talk
13. Another Story
14. Sneaky “B”
15. Ask Jay
16. BS Story
17. Big Ben
18. Turnt In Real Life ft. VonOff1700
19. Ghetto Star ft. Star Bandz
20. What U Spend ft. Zillionaire Doe

The Background:

Emerging out of Flint in the late 2010s, Rio Da Yung OG helped transform his working class city into one of the most exciting rap hotbeds of the past several years. Elevated by notable co-signs from Detroit rappers like Peezy and buoyed by fan excitement over his freestyles and guest spots, Rio stormed onto the national scene, garnering overwhelming critical acclaim for releases like 2020’s City On My Back (named the #66 Best Album of the 2020s So Far by Pitchfork), Fiends Don’t Matter, 2 FACED, and his Dum and Dumber mixtape series with fellow Flint punchline artist Rmc Mike. During this time, Rio released some of his scene’s defining rap hits, including “Movie” ft. Louie Ray, “Chicken Coupe” ft. Peezy, and “1v1,” his collaboration with Lil Yachty. Just as his career was hitting high gear, Rio hit an obstacle in the form of a 4-year prison sentence. In late 2021, he left words of wisdom for his fans in the form of his “Last Day Out” freestyle, and went away. Even prison couldn’t stop Rio from putting in work. Fans rallied behind his 2019 hit “Legendary,” which grew into his biggest hit, generating hundreds of millions of streams.

In December 2024, Rio returned to the scene with a bang, releasing the epic first day out freestyle “RIO FREE,” racking up over 1 million views in a day and 8 million streams in just three days. The music video trended #1 on YouTube Music for three weeks straight. “RIO FREE” paved the way for the RIO FREE EP, which earned praise from Pitchfork, and its expansion RIO FREE (Something Happen), named one of the Best Albums of 2025 So Far by The FADER. In early January, Rio performed his first concert since 2021, selling out a star-studded show in Detroit, and in April, “Legendary” earned PLATINUM status from the RIAA, making Rio the first-ever rapper from Flint to earn a PLATINUM record. Rio has also been a willing collaborator, jumping on the viral “Shark” with Jorjiana, recently performed at the NBA Finals, appearing on Money Man’s new album, and reuniting with Rmc Mike for “Bragging Rights,” which trended at #28 on YouTube for music with over 1 million views in its first week.

With F.L.I.N.T. on the way and more excitement in the future, Rio looks to make 2025 his year. Stay tuned for more music and announcements in the coming weeks.

Photo credit: Esdras Thelusma

Rio receives his proclamation from the Mayor of Flint

Please contact Michelle or Annjie for more info.

Links:

official site | instagram | youtube | spotify | tiktok | apple

“What U Spend” ft. Zillionaire Doe: https://youtu.be/yccj80Zyc5M

Pre-save F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Through): https://music.empi.re/feelinglikeimnotthrough

“Great Day”:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ODIHFyf9Qc

“I GO” ft. FBLManny: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aI6y8ZHL3sg

“Sneaky B”: https://music.empi.re/sneakyb / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_vlNOnXmDM

RIO FREE (Something Happen): https://music.empi.re/riosomethinghappen

Buy tickets for Rio’s “Welcome Home Tour”: https://www.touringwithrio.com/

7.25.2025

Eddie Valero Continues to Tap Into Memphis Musical History, Sharing Gangsta Blues 2

Featuring Guest Spots from Starlito, Don Trip, and BigWalkDog, Gangsta Blues 2 is Available on All Platforms in Partnership with ONErpm

Following Up the Recently Released Gangsta Blues, Memphis’s Own Superman Shoulders a Burden For His City

Check for Eddie’s Video for Album Intro “Ready For It,” Dropping Later Today on Eddie’s YouTube

Critical Praise:

“2025 Rap Albums You Haven’t Heard—But Should (Gangsta Blues)” – CABBAGES

“In the landscape of contemporary Memphis hip-hop, Eddie Valero’s trajectory is distinguished by his beat selection and narrative prowess. A fusion of street blues, Valero’s sound taps into Memphis’ rich musical legacy, while his lyrical narratives delve into the darker nuances of the city that shaped him. Valero is one of the few up-and-comers to not come under the musical trees of Three 6 Mafia, Yo Gotti or Young Dolph. His rise stands as a testament to his individual artistry and distinct contribution to the Memphis sound.” – HITS DD

The Announcement:

Steeped in the musical history of his hometown, Memphis rapper Eddie Valero processes his pain through his pen. Returning for another helping of soulful rap songs, Eddie shares Gangsta Blues 2, his new album. The album keeps continues the aesthetic Eddie introduced on May’s Gangsta Blues, using classic soul samples and widescreen soundscapes to evoke the superfly grandeur of a blaxploitation film. Eddie uses the cinematic backdrop as launching point for his gritty street tales, which comment on how he uses the lessons learned during his troubled past to inform his current independent rap hustle. Gangsta Blues 2 features guest appearances from kindred spirits Don Trip & Starlito on the BandPlay-produced “3 Headed Monster,” and a spot from 1017-signed Southerner BigWalkDog on “Flawless Gang.” Home to the high-flying recent single “Clark Kent,” Gangsta Blues 2 is available on all platforms, in partnership with ONErpm.

Along with the new album, Eddie shares the music video for album intro, “Ready For It.” Featuring a sample of Eddie Holman’s 1969 soul classic “Four Walls,” “Ready For It” is a high-octane table-setter for the rest of Gangsta Blues 2, as he delivers a visceral mission statement, explaining why he felt he owed it to his community to return with another project so soon: “Trenches yeah they need me, had to come back I couldn’t let ’em wait,” he spits. Directed by Eddie’s frequent collaborator Global Films, the video drops later today on Eddie Valero’s YouTube.

In May, Eddie Valero made waves with Gangsta Blues, drawing attention from CABBAGES, which named Gangsta Blues one of the “2025 Rap Albums You Haven’t Heard—But Should.” Eddie Valero spent several dates this spring opening for Don Trip & Starlito on their “Step Brothers 4 Life Tour.” Eddie has one more performance lined up supporting those two Tennessee legends, hitting Indianapolis on July 27th.

With Gangsta Blues 2 on the way, Eddie Valero is ready to become Memphis’s next big thing. Stay tuned for more.

Stream Gangsta Blues 2: https://onerpm.link/gangstablues2

Stay tuned for the “Ready For It” video, dropping later today on Eddie’s YouTube

Stream Gangsta Blues: https://onerpm.link/gangstablues

Gangsta Blues tracklist:

1. 60 Dayz
2. Storytime 2
3. Every Member
4. New Edition
5. Bills To Pay
6. For The Hood ft. 8Ball
7. Participation Trophies ft. Starlito
8. Shawty Lo
9. Cool With Me
10. Zombies
11. Superstar

Step Brothers 4 Life Tour Dates w/ Eddie Valero:
July 27th – Indianapolis, IN

Photo credit: Global Films (@GlobalFilms17)

Please contact Michelle or Kevin for more info.

The Background:

About Eddie Valero
When you talk about the new generation of Memphis Hip Hop, you have to mention Eddie Valero. Eddie’s beat selection and storytelling have moved him right up the ladder in the city and now he’s the talk of the town from the fans to the OGs. His brand of street blues feels like the familiar sound that the city of Memphis was built on but his brand of street tales definitely define the dark side of the city that raised him. And, he’s one of the few true rap success stories to not come under the musical trees of Three 6 Mafia, Yo Gotti, or Young Dolph.

Born and raised in Memphis, Eddie Valero has built a large audience in his city and beyond the hard way, never compromising his style and eschewing high-profile co-signs on his route to local legend status. Growing up in awe of his city’s OGs, Eddie worked hard at his craft, using his expert beat selection and gritty storytelling to grow his following to over 60k YouTube subscribers. Always confident fans would find him, he started his signature mixtape series, Until They Feel Me, in 2021, releasing 4 installments in all, featuring local hits like “Lero BandPlay” (1.38 million Spotify streams) his hard-hitting collab with the PRE-signed producer. In 2023, he dropped “Flex N Go” with JpOnTheTrack, racking up over 2.5 million YouTube views in the process, and he followed in 2024 with the Undefeated mixtape. Most recently, Eddie shared Just For Y’all, a no frills street tape featuring the buzzing single “Money Locked In.”

About ONErpm
ONErpm is a next generation music company and leader in new revenue opportunities, operating one of the world’s largest music distribution platforms and YouTube Multi-Channel Networks. Offering a full suite of services that includes marketing support, supply chain tools, business intelligence, publishing, accounting, and global payment solutions, ONErpm provides the infrastructure needed to help creators and content owners succeed. As a trusted partner, ONErpm emphasizes transparency in everything it does, from executing a marketing campaign to making payments. Located in 29 cities across 20 countries with a staff of over 450, the company’s global footprint is constantly expanding, making it one of the fastest growing independent music companies in the world.

For more information, visit www.onerpm.com

Links:

instagram | spotify | apple | youtube

Gangsta Blues 2: https://onerpm.link/gangstablues2

“Clark Kent”: https://onerpm.link/clarkkent / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zv8n8AWJp0s

“Superstar”: https://youtu.be/ZzPR0MEth0s

“For The Hood” ft. 8Ball: https://youtu.be/CcsBx5eTPRI

Gangsta Blues: https://onerpm.link/gangstablues

“New Edition” (Prod. by BandPlay): https://onerpm.link/newedition

“Zombies”: https://onerpm.link/zombies

7.25.2025

Video: Chow Lee – “Hold It Down 4 Me“

The Melodic Rapper Continues to Be NYC’s Most Eligible Bachelor, Coming Through With A Breezy, Acoustic Ballad

Critical Praise:

“Meet the Artists Taking New York Drill in a New Direction” – Rolling Stone

“His new album, Sex Drive, arrives amid a surge of sexy drill, but while artists like wolfacejoeyy and Baby Osama have brought the sound into new territories, Lee remains the genre’s greatest entertainer.” – Pitchfork

“Chow Lee, one of the torchbearers of the sexy drill sound that has taken over the Empire State this year.” – Billboard

“It’s not just his pen that’s sharpened: Sex Drive finds Chow firmly in the pocket, teasing out stop-start meters across a startling breadth of instrumentals.” – The FADER

“He fully leans into the sexy drill version of Allen Iverson, who infamously dismissed practice in his classic press conference in the early 2000s. Chow’s constant teeth-sucking on the track is also fitting for the level of pretentiousness he conveys on the track. ‘Practice!’ is great.” – VIBE

“…we consider them pioneers of this sexy drill sound.” – HotNewHipHop

The Song + Video:

Exploring every recess of his one-track mind, Chow Lee can bring the sexiness with or without the drill. On his new single and music video, “Hold It Down 4 Me,” the Long Island native switches up his sound. Bouncing atop acoustic guitars, the melodic master attempts to dodge his current fling’s attempts to lock him down and he indulges in his unfaithful urges. Though Chow indulges a more mellow sound, his bars remain as outlandish as ever: “Like when I die, bury my favorite b*tch in my casket/With my flask, b*tch, my molly, and my chrome glasses/I’m gonna be high as hell when I’m chillin’ up in heaven, wodie/I’m gonna be fly as hell, talkin’ to Jesus about my jewelry,” he sings. Released in partnership with On The Radar, the single arrives with a special “live” version of “Hold It Down 4 Me.”

“Hold It Down 4 Me” follows several fiery singles by Chow Lee so far this year. Most recently, Chow connected with fellow sexy drill maestro Vontee The Singer for the Gvrind!-produced “redflag!.” “redflag!” followed  “B2A (Belt 2 Ass),” a smooth single inspired by Atlanta and Miami bass music. On Valentine’s Day, Chow Lee released GIRLS C*M FIRST!, an EP featuring three of Chow’s best love songs to date. The EP is home to “krazy 4 u,“ a collaboration with fellow NYC melodist 2300, which is an expression of unbridled desire, built around a sample drill instrumental perfectly-suited to warm up the winter. The first song, “yes mami!,” hints at Chow’s intentions to give up his bachelor lifestyle and settle down, riding a sultry call-and-response that is alternatively lustful and sweet, while “lemme get ya #” showcases him at his flirty best. Arriving after his recent single “Kinda Up Off Talent,” Chow Lee’s GIRLS C*M FIRST! is available everywhere via TC Music LLC / EMPIRE.

GIRLS C*M FIRST! was Chow’s first project since last September’s Sex Drive. Praised by outlets like Pitchfork, Billboard, The FADER, XXL, and more, Sex Drive affirms Chow’s position as leader of the sexy drill scene. Sex Drive is also home to Chow’s series of viral singles, including “swag it!,” which earned a remix featuring Flo Milli, and “ms. beautiful V,” which generated millions of streams, went viral on TikTok, and placed on the Top 25: New York City chart on Apple Music, along with Cash Cobain-produced singles “act bad twin” ft. Bay Swag & Cash Cobain and the Allen Iverson-referencing “practice!” With additional features from Anycia, AJ Tracey, Sleepy Hallow, and more, Sex Drive is available on all platforms now via EMPIRE.

A fixture and pioneer in NYC’s ascendant sexy drill scene, Chow Lee’s music radiates a seductive charm that inspired Pitchfork to affectionately call him the “horniest rapper out.” He first earned mainstream attention with his 2022 album 2 Sexy 2 Slizzy, Chow’s totemic collaboration with Cash Cobain that kickstarted the sexy drill movement, named the 19th Best Album of the 2020s So Far by Pitchfork. Recently, Chow Lee turnt up “In The Booth” with Cash Cobain and Plaqueboymax, and performed a stellar set at Rolling Loud California, as featured on The FADER’s official TikTok.

With much more music on the way in 2025, Chow Lee is enjoying yet another super sexy summer. Stay tuned.

Watch “Hold It Down 4 Me”: https://youtu.be/idBycxCImnY

Stream “Hold It Down 4 Me”: https://music.empi.re/holditdown4me

Photo credit: @mikecilantro_

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

The Background:

Chow Lee is on a mission to become the next King of New York. He made major moves in the city’s rap scene with 2 SLIZZY 2 SEXY, his 2022 collaborative project with Cash Cobain. Praised by Pitchfork and Rolling Stone, and earning “Best of 2022” distinction from UPROXX, The FADER, and more, 2 SLIZZY 2 SEXY combined the sample-heavy sound of the Bronx with the hard-hitting dance beats from New Jersey to change the face of the NYC drill scene. 2 SLIZZY 2 SEXY highlight “Vacant” was recently named the 73rd Best East Coast Rap Song of All Time by Rolling Stone. Chow recently reconnected with Cash on the sexy drill anthem “Rump,” plus the Nelly-sampling “Not No Xanax 2” from Cash’s new album, and joined Wolfacejoeyy and Cash on the Pitchfork-approved “Weekend,” and released the fiery Hours After The Club anthem in July 2023.

Now, with buzzing singles like “swag it!” and “Ms. Beautiful V,” the Long Island native is primed to take his sexy drill sound mainstream. Stay tuned for more.

Links:

instagram | twitter | soundcloud | spotify | youtube | tiktok

“Hold It Down 4 Me”: https://youtu.be/idBycxCImnY

“redflag!” ft. Vontee The Singer: https://music.empi.re/redflag

“B2A (Belt 2 Ass)”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eEu-2KUI9E

“lemme get ya #”: https://youtu.be/624ertFZgSs

“yes mami!”: https://youtu.be/niHw15sQhxQ

GIRLS C*M FIRST! EP: https://music.empi.re/girlscumfirst

“Kinda Up Off Talent”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9rlRvqX-JY

“im not really spiritual!” ft. AJ Tracey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9FhAaFHifM

“tequila vacay!” ft. Roy Woods: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXMBauumWO4

“settings!”: https://youtu.be/I_Z6fao6Kec

“addys!”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MD1bDXQ_hDk

Sex Drive: https://music.empi.re/sexdrive

“u got fans!”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jA94X5PP-4 / https://music.empi.re/ugotfans

“practice!”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZykbfIsR98 / https://music.empi.re/practice

“act bad twin!”: https://music.empi.re/actbadtwin / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nO4jiB8xzMM

“swag it” (Remix) ft. Flo Milli: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iaUHpk_soaw

“S.N.A.!”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2-uRTLWzGg / https://music.empi.re/sna

“ms. beautiful V”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EgZ0Nz3uUfs

“swag it!”: https://music.empi.re/swagit / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgAOAmMtDP8

Hours After The Club: https://music.empi.re/hoursaftertheclub

7.25.2025

Sacramento’s DB.Boutabag Shares The Real Boutabag II, Digging Deep Into His Personal Life Without Sacrificing Energy

The Beloved West Coast Rapper Connects With L.A.’s Big Sad 1900 for “Not At Home” Music Video

Known as an Expert Smack Talker, DB.Boutabag Opens Up About His Life as a Rising Rap Star and New Father, Adding Some Pathos to His Clever Punchlines

Critical Praise:

“DB.Boutabag is a Sacramento, California rapper who makes hip-hop that’ll cave in floors at West Coast house parties.” – Pitchfork

“DB.Boutabag takes hating to new levels” – The FADER

“South Sacramento rapper DB.Boutabag makes rap music meant to hit you in the chest” – Passion Of The Weiss

The Album + Video:

DB.Boutabag earned a reputation for his singular devotion to the hustle, but recent developments in the Sacramento rapper’s life have given him a renewed purpose for building his bankroll. Today, the 25-year-old rapper shares The Real Boutabag II, a focused and motivated effort that reflects his new perspective as a first-time father. Giving his fans a deep look into his life as a working rapper, DB peppers his punchline-filled bars with hints at how much fatherhood changed him. As he says on recent single “A Dad Talk“: “Get inside my feelings, watch me sh*t talk my ass off/On these beats, I be in that mode with my mask off.” 

A sequel to his popular 2022 EP The Real Boutabag, which featured fan-favorite singles like “Out The Way,” the second volume doesn’t let the heavier subject matter stop DB from bringing the bass-boosted West Coast energy for which he is known. The rapper’s one-liners are in rare form, whether he is sneering at lazy hangers-on on the DaBoii collaboration “Drink Bleach” or getting a raucous party started on  songs like the recent single “Both Ways.” Throughout, DB remains focused, ignoring neighborhood distractions and the trappings of fame to keep his eye on the biggest prize of all: financial security for his family. Also home to the recent single. “Slight Vent Pt. 3,” The Real Boutabag II is available on all platforms.

Along with The Real Boutabag II, the South Sacramento native connects with L.A. street rap hero Big Sad 1900 for the video for “Not At Home.” Layering a wistful, pitch-shifted pop sample over classic West Coast keys and knocking percussion, DB talks his smack, annihilating fakes and reveling in the hustle: “If you wanna jump in your bag, you gotta take a risk/All I gotta do is slick talk, I won’t pay for sh*t,” he spits, in his deadpan delivery. Big Sad 1900 adds his own perspective on his quietly confident verse, creating a case study in being unbothered: “I just count a hunnid, when you n****s making diss songs,” he announces. In the video, DB and Big Sad connect backstage, where they sip dirty soda and prepare to rock a West Coast crowd.

Since emerging from the South Sacramento street scene in 2020, DB.Boutabag has established himself as one of the most prolific slick talkers on either coast. With a style inspired by the greats from L.A. and The Bay, including the late Mac Dre, DB has generated tens of millions of streams across platforms, thanks to West Coast anthems like “1st Off,” “Don’t Choke,” “Cocky,” and “Fettucine.” The rapper has earned praise from the likes of Pitchfork, The FADER, and Passion of the Weiss, and has collaborated with everybody from 03 Greedo to Skilla Baby to Kamaiyah to the legendary Drakeo The Ruler on their street hit “Top Rapper.”

With The Real Boutabag II out now, DB is ready to prove he’s the man on the West Coast. Stay tuned for more.

Stream The Real Boutabag II: https://foundation-media.ffm.to/trbii

Watch “Not At Home” ft. Big Sad 1900: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EU4AcCTEAI

The Real Boutabag II tracklist:

1. A Dad Talk
2. Bumperd Down
3. Drink Bleach ft. DaBoii
4. It’s Only Right
5. How That Go
6. Slight Vent Pt. 3
7. Not At Home ft. Big Sad 1900
8. Behind Tint
9. Old School
10. Low-key
11. Higher
12. Just Left L.A.

Photo credit: @WoahPreso

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

Links:

instagram | tiktok | youtube | spotify | apple

The Real Boutabag II: https://foundation-media.ffm.to/trbii

“Not At Home” ft. Big Sad 1900: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EU4AcCTEAI

“Slight Vent Pt. 3”: https://youtu.be/xSiu3k-Rd68

“Both Ways”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTcuwj443zk

“A Dad Talk”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XW0vedvEwy0

“It’s Only Right”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_lUfkBkM_Y

7.25.2025

Lupe Fiasco Self-Produces “SOS,” Unlocking Vault Tracks for Samurai DX Deluxe

A New Edition of Critically Acclaimed Samurai Arrives August 22nd via 1st & 15th / Thirty Tigers

The Chicago Legend Continues to Prove That Rap is Fine Art, Dazzling With a Lyrical Clinic That Strives to Put Substance Over Style

Critical Praise: 

“Samurai is expected to be one of Fiasco’s most intrinsic works, as he is known for his conceptualized approach in his albums.” – Forbes

“The Chicago legend’s ninth album is inspired by battle rap and Japanese culture…” – CLASH Magazine

The Announcement: 

Lupe Fiasco unveils “SOS,” his self-produced single from Samurai DX, the deluxe edition of his critically acclaimed 2024 album Samurai. Bringing his sound back to the essentials without sacrificing complexity, Lupe shares this new single as anticipation rises for the Samurai DX release on August 22nd.  With acoustic bass and soulful saxes, “SOS” lays down a jazzy atmosphere packed with internal rhymes and slick turns of phrase that prove that the veteran Chicago rapper has not lost a step: “Recorded this out in Califo’, but feel like Dallas to a palindrome, a salad on my palette, bro/Still eat a cannibal sandwich, though, mix the poison with the antidote and terrorize the whole talent show.”

“SOS” is a song from Samurai DX, an expanded version of Lupe’s 2024 album Samurai, and was originally recorded during the album’s sessions. Produced in full by longtime collaborator Soundtrakk, the 8-song project earned widespread critical acclaim, with praise from Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, Billboard, and more for its cerebral lyricism and warm sonic palette. Along with “SOS,” Samurai DX includes one additional new song, the Soundtrakk-produced “High Note.”

Originally intended for the Samurai tracklist, “SOS” and “High Note” were cut for sake of brevity, but Lupe and manager Chill Patton recognized their quality, keeping them in the vault until the time was right. In addition, Samurai DX includes remixes to original album highlights “Samurai,” “Palaces,” and “Bigfoot” (now featuring a hook sung by singer-songwriter Troy Tyler), along with instrumental versions of all five tracks.

Samurai DX continues Lupe’s exploration of the boundaries of hip-hop as an artform, as the legendary Chicago rapper knows a rap album can be as exquisitely crafted and delicately designed as fine art. Expanding the story of what Lupe Fiasco calls one of his “most personal projects to date,” Samurai DX arrives in digital and physical formats on August 22nd via 1st & 15th / Thirty Tigers.

Marking their first in-studio collaboration since The Cool in 2007, the smooth, yet cerebral, 8-track album Samurai reunites Lupe, producer Soundtrakk, and co-CEO/manager Charles “Chill” Patton. During Patton’s 17 years of incarceration, he continued his label-head and managerial duties, fueling the affectionate “Free Chilly” chant among Lupe’s fans. With his 2023 release, that lore found its resolution, and he stepped immediately in as the executive producer for Samurai.

Samurai is Lupe’s ninth studio album and is produced in full by Soundtrakk, making it their second full album collaboration following 2022’s DRILL MUSIC IN ZION. It’s home to singles such as the title track, “Samurai,” praised by Rolling Stone, Complex, Billboard, HYPEBEAST, Clash, The Needle Drop, and more, plus a masterclass in difficulty, “Cake,” with dense bars and shifting cadences that requires elite skill, and Lupe demolishes it with champion-grade performance. Other highlights include the orchestral, street freestyle-esque “No. 1 Headband” and the experimental “Mumble Rap.”

Recently, Lupe Fiasco has kept busy with performances, including last Fall’s “Samurai Tour,” and a special performance at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he is a visiting professor teaching  “Rap Theory and Practice,” in May. His MIT concert formed part of “GHOTIING MIT: Public Art,” an innovative project by the List Visual Arts Center that turns campus installations into live sonic experiences. On-site at nine distinct artworks, Lupe recorded new songs, capturing ambient field sounds and composing lyrics that respond in real time to each piece. Earlier this year, he further cemented his academic credentials by joining the faculty of the prestigious Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University.

This August, Lupe Fiasco joins the legendary Cypress Hill and underground heroes Atmosphere on their “Dank Daze of Summer Tour.” Also featuring support from The Pharcyde, tickets for the “Dank Daze Of Summer Tour” are available HERE

With Samurai DX on the way, and much more to come, Lupe Fiasco never stops pushing the boundaries of his creativity. Stay tuned and watch his next move.

Stream “SOS”: https://lupefiasco.ffm.to/sos

Watch the “SOS” visualizer: https://youtu.be/O1pPc1UyFEk

Pre-save Samurai DX: https://lupefiasco.ffm.to/samuraidx

Pre-order a physical copy of Samurai DX: https://lupefiasco.ffm.to/samuraidx

Watch “Palaces” (Remix): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xS7Ii49ai04

Samurai DX tracklist:
*denotes vinyl-only track

1. SOS
2. Samurai (Remix)
3. Palaces (Remix)
4. High Note
5. Bigfoot (Remix)
6. SOS [Instrumental]*
7. Samurai (Remix) [Instrumental]*
8. Palaces (Remix) [Instrumental]*
9. High Note [Instrumental]*
10. Bigfoot (Remix) [Instrumental]*

Credit: Karl Ray

Please contact Michelle or Kevin for more info.

The Background:

With a career spanning more than two decades, Lupe Fiasco has continually redefined hip-hop’s creative limits. His 2024 album Samurai earned year-end accolades from outlets like The Needle Drop, Okayplayer, and FLOOD for its ambitious concept and razor-sharp lyricism. Building on the critical success of 2022’s Drill Music in Zion, praised by NPR, Complex, and The FADER, and many others, including Clash’s Jazmin Kylene, who wrote “Keeping us well-fed and in constant questioning, there is no doubt Lupe Fiasco is fulfilling his purpose and artistic servitude every time he obliges to step back into the dojo.” In 2023, the iconic Chicago native also settled into his position as a visiting professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he teaches “Rap Theory and Practice” and spearheaded the “GHOTIING MIT: Public Art” project. Off-stage, he leads several community initiatives, including We Are M.U.R.A.L., the Neighborhood Start-Up Fund, and Society of Spoken Art, while his single “Pound For Pound” now headlines the AAA game Undisputed. Catch him this summer on the “Dank Daze of Summer Tour” with Cypress Hill and Atmosphere, shutting down stages in multiple cities across the U.S.

Links:

official site | store | instagram | twitter | facebook | spotify | youtube | apple

“SOS”: https://lupefiasco.ffm.to/sos

“Palaces” (Remix): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xS7Ii49ai04

Samurai: https://orcd.co/lupe-samurai

“No. 1 Headband”: https://youtu.be/-qpInC2hSSw

“Cake”: https://orcd.co/lupe-cake

“Samurai”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AcoRc2ieFzE

DRILL MUSIC IN ZION: https://orcd.co/dmiz

7.24.2025

Kee Nola Shares the Music Video for His Latest Single, “At The Top“

The New Orleans-Born Breakout Gives a Not-So-Glamorous Peek Behind The Scenes in His Latest Music Video

The 22-Year-Old Artist is Rising Behind His Viral Single “Party Girl,” and Is Preparing to Play in L.A. As Part of His First Headlining Tour

Critical Praise:

“Kee Nola is a hip-hop artist hailing from Louisiana who landed on the map with songs like ‘Party Girl’ and ‘Demon Girl,'” – Noisey

“…moody melodies and immersive beats enhance the emotional depth of the lyrics.” – Hot 97

The Video:

Exploring the recesses of his mind with strong melodies, Kee Nola brings an edge to his hybrid sound. On his most recent single, “At The Top,” Kee reflects on how his life has changed since he has experienced success, voicing one of his greatest fears: that the bigger he gets, the lonelier he’ll become. Today, the 22-year-old artist shares the music video for the Mallroy-produced single which dramatizes the artist’s inner conflict. The video contrasts the glamorous image that fans have of a rap star’s life with the often grim reality, as he spends much of his time signing paperwork and avoiding the paparazzi. Released earlier this month on Kee’s birthday, “At The Top” follows recent singles like “Can’t Get Enough” and “Problematic,” two rock-tinged singles available now via EUROVZN / NEWWRLD.

Kee Nola is breaking out in a big way this year, on the heels of the viral “Party Girl.” Released early this year, “Party Girl” has become one of the year’s buzziest underground hits, generating over 21 million streams to date, including 3 million on its YouTube video. “Party Girl” can be found on PARTYLAND, Kee’s latest mixtape, released in April, along with other buzzing singles like “NEXT BESTFRIEND” and “Late To The Party.” Spanning 11 tracks, the mixtape is a collection of anthems for parties and the moments that come after, dripping with regret and heartbreak, yet radiating a defiant will to power through life’s hardships.

Earlier this summer, Kee Nola announced the “Welcome To Partyland Tour,” his first-ever headlining tour, with support from Kinfolk Jon. The “Welcome To Partyland” kicks off in Los Angeles on July 29th, passing through major markets like Atlanta and  Brooklyn before concluding in Springfield, MO on August 30. The tour will find the rapper, singer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist performing songs from his recent mixtape PARTYLAND, home to his hit single “Party Girl.” Tickets for the “Welcome To Partyland Tour” are available now HERE

With PARTYLAND out now and more music on the way, Kee Nola is preparing to hit the mainstream. Stay tuned for much more from Kee Nola very soon.

Watch “At The Top” HERE

Stream “At The Top” HERE

“Welcome 2 Partyland Tour” dates:
7/19 –
7/29 – Los Angeles, CA | The Echo (Tickets)
8/9 – Atlanta, GA | Center Stage – Vinyl (Tickets)
8/11 – Dallas, TX | Three Links (Tickets)
8/17 – Brooklyn, NY | Baby’s All Right (Tickets)

Photo credit: Cali Kilo

Please contact Michelle or Annjie for more info.

The Background:

Kee Nola, a rising artist from New Orleans, is making waves with his genre-blending sound influenced by Future, Kevin Gates, and Nirvana. His hit track, “Party Girl,” from his 2025 album It’s Not You, It’s Me, is going viral, with over 25k creates on TikTok and tens of millions of streams. With streaming numbers climbing and his name buzzing, Kee is proving he’s next up in the game. This is just the beginning.

Links:

linktree | instagram | tiktok | youtube | spotify | soundcloud

“At The Top”: https://newwrld.vyd.co/AtTheTop / https://youtu.be/WoIAHrQKqPw

Buy Kee Nola tour tickets: https://linktr.ee/KeeNolaTour

“Can’t Get Enough”: https://ffm.to/qjmw50a

“Problematic”: https://newwrld.vyd.co/KeeNolaProblematic / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4zDvnJJmKc

“Smells Like Teen Spirit” (On The Radar): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBahHYSTna8

“Late To The Party”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXQ0zMrDak8

“Party Girl”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kglDs1efDc

“Next Bestfriend”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qecUrlUtqys

7.24.2025

Netflix Debuts Trailer For
SONGS FROM THE HOLE

Watch HERE

Directed by Contessa Gayles
Songs Written and Performed by JJ’88

Coming to Netflix on August 13th

JJ’88 Shares “Here Now” From
Songs From The Hole EP

WINNER — SXSW, Audience Award: Visions, 2024
WINNER — Cinema Eye Honors: Heterodox Award, 2025
WINNER — BlackStar Film Festival, Jury Prize: Best Feature Documentary, 2024
WINNER — Newark Black Film Festival, Jury Prize: Spirit of Paul Robeson Award, 2024
WINNER — Indie Street Film Festival, Jury Prize: Best Feature Documentary, 2024
WINNER — Fist Up Film Festival, Jury Prize: Best Feature Documentary, 2024
WINNER — Sing Sing Film Festival, Jury Prize: Excellence in Criminal Justice Storytelling, 2024
WINNER — Buffalo International Film Festival, Audience Award: Best Feature Documentary, 2024
WINNER — Urbanworld Film Festival, Audience Award: Best Feature, 2024
WINNER — St. Louis Film Festival, Audience Award: Best Feature Documentary, 2024
WINNER — New Orleans Film Festival, Audience Award: Best Feature Documentary, 2024

Earlier in the week, JJ’88 shared the lead single from the film’s accompanying Songs from the Hole EP release, titled “Here Now.” A smooth, introspective cut, the new single finds 88 waxing poetic atop breezy boom-bap production, courtesy of Tariq and Garfield Bright of Twiin Towers. “I was reflecting on my journey when I wrote ‘Here Now,'” says 88. “I was in the Santa Cruz redwood forests, a few miles from the prison where I made “Songs from the Hole”. It’s a declaration of my arrival to the free world and my music dreams.”

The Songs from the Hole EP is a 13 track melodic testament to survival and transformation releasing alongside the Netflix Original Film of the same title on August 13, 2025.

Originally written and recorded by JJ’88 in prison while serving a life sentence that began at age 15, it was later reproduced by richie reseda, Dylan Wiggins and Tairiq Bright & Garfield Bright III of Twiin Towers, keeping the original prison vocals. The EP is executive produced by richie reseda, JJ’88 and Rahael Asfaw for Question Culture. Gritty and vulnerable, the EP is a real-life hood-healing story—one that can only be told by someone who lived it.

Stream “Here Now”: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/jj88/here-now

Pre-save the Songs from the Hole EP here: http://www.questionculture.shop/

Follow JJ’88 on Instagram

“Here Now” single artwork

Songs From The Hole EP artwork

Press Contacts:
Alex Drapac, Netflix
Cheyenne Beam, Audible Treats
Kevin Grossi, Audible Treats
Michelle McDevitt, Audible Treats

7.23.2025

Sexyy Red Announces “Back To School Bash” in St. Louis on September 6th

The Hometown Hero Returns To STL With Friends, Including GloRilla, BossMan Dlow, Rob49, DaBaby, Loe Shimmy & Special Guests

Tickets Are Available HERE

The Announcement:

Sexyy Red has exploded onto the national rap scene, but she always has time to deliver for her hometown fans. The 27-year-old superstar announces the “Back To School Bash,” her next show in St. Louis, hitting the city’s Enterprise Center on Saturday, September 6th. This time around, Sexyy returns to STL with a crew of her rap star friends as direct support, including collaborators like GloRilla, BossMan Dlow, and Rob49, NC hitmaker DaBaby, and rising star and 2025 XXL Freshman Loe Shimmy. Along with the announced names, Sexyy promises a slew of surprises and special guests to help create a fitting finale for the St. Louis summer. Tickets for Sexyy’s “Back To School Bash” are available now.

Buy “Back To School Bash” tickets HERE

Sexyy’s concert announcement is the latest landmark in another successful year for Sexyy, as she continues to be one of the most in-demand artists in hip-hop. Last week, Sexyy collaborated with Justin Bieber on “SWEET SPOT,” a highlight from his new album SWAG, which debuted at #57 on this week’s Billboard Hot 100. “SWEET SPOT” follows in a line of high-profile collaborations with artists like Central Cee, Snoop Dogg, Gucci Mane, and Bruno Mars on her own “Fat Juicy & Wet” (#18 Billboard Hot 100 peak, #1 on Urban Radio). To date, “Fat Juicy & Wet” has racked up hundreds of millions of streams across platforms, including 34 million views on the YouTube video, with cameos from Lady Gaga and LISA. Recently, Sexyy Red collaborated with superstar DJ Tiësto for “OMG,” a song from the hit soundtrack to summer blockbuster F1: The Movie, made waves with her single “Hoochie Coochie,” and earned two nominations at the 2025 American Music Awards (“Favorite Female Hip-Hop Artist,” “Favorite Hip-Hop Song” for “Whatcha Know Bout Me” w/ GloRilla).

Making waves inside and outside of the studio, Sexyy Red announced her new partnership with True Religion, officially becoming an ambassador for one of her favorite brands and launching her own “Own Your True” collection, and hosted the first-ever artist residency at Tape London, launching Tape Wired, a new artist-led takeover series celebrating Tape’s 10-year anniversary. During her residency, Sexyy welcomed surprise guests including Latto, Yeat, Rubi Rose, DDG, Loe Shimmy, and more.

Sexyy is working hard on the follow-up to 2024’s hit mixtape In Sexyy We Trust, looking to build upon a year that featured her career highlight singles “Get It Sexyy,” “U My Everything,” and “Rich Baby Daddy.” Stay tuned for much more from the Northside St. Louis princess very soon.

Buy Sexyy Red merch HERE

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The Background:

ABOUT SEXYY RED: 
Dubbed by Rolling Stone as “the hottest thing in hip-hop, all while just being herself,” St. Louis native Sexyy Red is taking the rap world by storm with her bold, confident style and chart-topping hits. Known for her signature flame-red hair and breakout tracks like “Pound Town” and the soulful, Jamie Foxx-sampled “U My Everything” ft. Drake, 2024 marked a banner year for the rising star. After welcoming her second child, she dropped her highest-charting solo single, “Get It Sexyy,” and her In Sexyy We Trust project, which peaked at #17 on the Billboard 200. Sexyy headlined the summer’s biggest hip-hop tour, the “Sexyy 4 President Tour,” and made waves internationally with a festival run. She also launched entrepreneurial ventures with Ed Hardy and her lifestyle and cosmetics line, Northside Princess. Her accolades include winning “Best Breakthrough Hip-Hop Artist” at the 2024 BET Hip-Hop Awards, alongside nominations for “Album of the Year” and “Song of the Year.” With new music and projects on the horizon in 2025, Sexyy Red continues her meteoric rise as one of hip-hop’s most exciting and unapologetic voices.

Contact:

Michelle McDevitt | michelle@audibletreats.com
Annjie Houston | annjie@audibletreats.com
Cheyenne Beam | cheyenne@audibletreats.com

7.23.2025

Video: SNUPE BANDZ – “PROFIT” (Prod. BandPlay)

The Paper Route Empire Rapper Follows-Up His Recent Single “Never Too Much,” Showing Out in Miami in His New Music Video

Critical Praise:

“..the members of Paper Route Empire reach a level of sincerity and emotional reflection that’s still hard to come by.” – Pitchfork

“The Memphis natives have dropped a raw and street-heavy collab that champions authenticity.” – HNHH

The Video:

SNUPE BANDZ represents for Paper Route Empire with his tumbling flow and effortless flexing. The Memphis rapper salutes prepares to build his bankroll on “Profit,” his new single and music video. Produced by PRE’s sound architect BandPlay, “Profit” rides a low-note piano bassline and crisp percussion, allowing SNUPE to stack syllables in between 808 blasts: “Long live Flippa, I just bussdown a Dolphin/Keep that thing on me, lil n**** be cautious,” he spits. In the video, SNUPE and his associates travel down to Miami, where they ride in Benzes and count up Benjamins. “Profit” follows SNUPE’s recent single “Never Too Much,” a collab with fellow Memphis riser Yung Skooley.

Signed to PRE by Dolph himself, SNUPE BANDZ makes an impact with each release. He first gained attention with his standout verses on 2021’s label compilation mixtape, PAPER ROUTE iLLUMINATi, stealing the show on songs like “Blue Boyz” and “Nothing To Me.” In 2022, SNUPE connected with his fellow Paper Route Empire rapper Paper Route Woo for BOYZ IN THE HOOD, a sizzling set of Memphis bangers, with guest spots from Bankroll Freddie and Duke Deuce. In 2024, the rapper dropped two heavy-hitting singles, the flex-heavy “Blocstar” and the emotional “Scarred,” showing the various facets of the artist’s state of mind.

Hard at work on his next project, SNUPE BANDZ is ready to make good on his promise and become one of his city’s most vital rap stars. Stay tuned for more.

Watch “Profit”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJEq2s4hGFQ

Stream “Profit”: https://music.empi.re/profitbandz

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

Links:

SNUPE BANDZ: instagram | youtube | spotify

SNUPE BANDZ – “Never Too Much” ft. Yung Skooley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aWLdIKu6kHU / https://music.empi.re/nevertoomuch

SNUPE BANDZ – “Blocstar” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBUIuaxVO-0

SNUPE BANDZ – “Scarred”: https://youtu.be/3LcEunMYjqw?si=4y5YGfYRLiHGYlNO

SNUPE BANDZ – “Bigger Dreams”: https://youtu.be/zAokUkTuxe8

SNUPE BANDZ & PaperRoute Woo – “Team Player”: https://youtu.be/agSdQgMVmFU

SNUPE BANDZ & PaperRoute Woo – “Pop Out” ft. Duke Deuce: https://youtu.be/QPxfEcD6nB4

SNUPE BANDZ & PaperRoute Woo – “When I’m Bored”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9tiEEbnUxI

SNUPE BANDZ & PaperRoute Woo – “Mold Me”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQGD5wjp7oE

SNUPE BANDZ & PaperRoute Woo – BOYZ N THE HOOD: https://music.empi.re/boyznthehoodpre

7.22.2025

Baby Money Shares the Video for “Boobie Trap,” the Latest Visual from Less Is More

Featuring Guest Spots from Rio Da Yung OG, Chicken P, G.T., and OMB Peezy, Less Is More Stresses the Importance of Cutting Squares Out Your Circle Over 16 Motivational Money-Getting Anthems

Less Is More is Available Everywhere via Third Eye Ent. / EMPIRE

Critical Praise:

“Lifted by the recent success of Icewear Vezzo, Babyface Ray and Baby Money, Motor City hip-hop is gaining steam.” – Billboard

“Along with crafty bars, much of what has made Baby Money successful behind the mic has been a very authoritative tone he has in his voice. You feel his energy behind the bars just as clearly as you see the picture he’s lyrically painting. Whether he’s rapping about getting money or going against his opps, he makes you feel like you’re doing it all with him.” – Detroit Metro Times

“The slick-talking Detroit rapper is all flash and swag, and he’s an expert at making the listener feel broke” – Pitchfork

“Baby Money is a sharp, technical rapper with a good sense of humor who spits about making money and showing off as if it’s second nature” – XXL

“Along with fiery bars, much of what has made Baby Money successful has been his very commanding tone of voice. You feel his energy behind the lyrics just as clearly as you see the picture he’s painting.” – Okayplayer

The Video:

Photo credit: Masalis

Please contact Michelle or Kevin for more info.

Links:

instagram | youtube | spotify | apple

“Boobie Trap”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJR8emI1elU

“Might Just” ft. Chicken P: https://youtu.be/eIZIUD8ogfI

Less Is More: https://music.empi.re/lessismore

“Wow”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jMjWfQRrZ4

“Ten”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jL6jB-wLgAM

“Armageddon” ft. GT: https://youtu.be/ddla3NEdrPo / https://music.empi.re/armageddonbaby

07.21.2025

Rio Da Yung OG Releases Two Videos Ahead of F.L.I.N.T. (Feelin’ Like I’m Not Thru), His Next Album, Coming August 10th via M.I.N.E. Ent. / EMPIRE

The Flint Native Has a “Great Day” in His Hometown and Links with FBLManny for “I GO”

The First and Only Rapper From Flint to Earn a Platinum Record (“Legendary”) With Over 300M+ Streams This Year To Date, Rio Recently Received a Proclamation From His Hometown Recognizing His Artistic and Commercial Achievements

Steeped in the Sounds and Traditions of His City, the Upcoming F.L.I.N.T. Features Guest Appearances From Peezy, VonOff1700, Star Bandz, Zillionaire Doe, Rmc Mike, YN Jay, FBLManny, and More

Critical Praise:

“…it’s good to have him back.” – Pitchfork

“…the loose-lipped, punchline god from Flint who became a Michigan rap titan” – Pitchfork

#66 Best Album of the Decade So Far (City On My Back) – Even his offhand comments have the power to smack you with bitter truths while you try to hold back the laughter.” – Passion of the Weiss

Best Albums of 2025 So Far (RIO FREE (Something Happen)) – The FADER

“I cannot possibly list all the lines that made me laugh out loud” – Stereogum

“Even his offhand comments have the power to smack you with bitter truths while you try to hold back the laughter.” – Passion of the Weiss

The Announcement:

Rio Da Yung OG put Flint on the map as a vital rap city, with its own unique flow and reputation for the game’s wildest punchlines. Now, with his legal troubles behind him and the city at his back, Rio plans to pay tribute to his home city with F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Thru), his next album.

He recently dropped two videos from the upcoming album including “Great Day,” (currently trending on YouTube at #28) which takes place at  Flint Harmony Fest IV, this year’s edition of an annual neighborhood gathering that celebrates unity, peace, and resilience. During the fest, Rio received a proclamation from the City of Flint recognizing his contributions to the culture and community. Directed by 2 M Digital x Raresmoke, the video follows Rio as he connects with his community during his first visit to his hometown since 2021, before he heads down I-75 to perform a star-studded show in Detroit. In the video for “I GO,” featuring FBLManny, the two rappers post up among sleek luxury cars, trading bars with effortless cool and showing off a chemistry that feels both casual and commanding.

Filled with high-octane instrumentals from regular collaborators like Wayne616, BEATSBYSAV, and Danny G Beats, F.L.I.N.T. promises the same headspinning flows and rewindable punchlines that Rio always brings, imbued with a new perspective and focus that Rio achieved after emerging from prison in late 2024. The album brings collaborations with Michigan associates like his mentor Peezy, Flint’s own Coochie Man YN Jay, and his Dum N Dumber duet partner Rmc Mike, and connects Rio with his favorite up-and-comers from the national scene, including Chicago emcees VonOff1700 and Star Bandz, Dallas’s Zillionaire Doe, and Atlanta’s FBLManny. Home to the quotable recent single “Sneaky ‘B’,” F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Thru) arrives on August 10th via M I N E Ent. / EMPIRE.

Rio’s kicked off his tour with his first Detroit show on July 17th as part of the epic “Welcome Home Tour,” his first-ever headlining trek. The epic “Welcome Home Tour” spans over 60 dates, passing through San Francisco on August 10th (Regency Ballroom), Los Angeles on August 12th (The Belasco Theater), Houston on August 30th (9pm Music Venue), and New York on September 24th (Webster Hall) before concluding in Chicago on October 11th (Patio Theater). Featuring support from Baby Money, FBLManny, and many special guests,  tickets for the “Welcome Home Tour” are available at https://www.touringwithrio.com/

Pre-save F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Thru): https://music.empi.re/feelinglikeimnotthrough

Stream “Great Day“:https://music.empi.re/greatdayrio

Watch “Great Day“: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ODIHFyf9Qc

Watch “I GO” ft. FBLManny: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aI6y8ZHL3sg

Watch “Sneaky B“: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_vlNOnXmDM

F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Thru) tracklist:

1. Different Music
2. Great Day
3. Never Switched
4. Ghetto Love Story
5. I GO ft. FBLMANNY
6. Back Rubbed
7. AGGRESSIVE FLOW
8. Open A Bank ft. 3200 Tre
9. Rich Regardless ft. YN JAY
10. Ghetto Man ft. Peezy
11. Dumb N Dumber Flo ft. Rmc Mike
12. Thug Talk
13. Another Story
14. Sneaky “B”
15. Ask Jay
16. BS Story
17. Big Ben
18. Turnt In Real Life ft. VonOff1700
19. Ghetto Star ft. Star Bandz
20. What U Spend ft. Zillionaire Doe

The Background:

Emerging out of Flint in the late 2010s, Rio Da Yung OG helped transform his working class city into one of the most exciting rap hotbeds of the past several years. Elevated by notable co-signs from Detroit rappers like Peezy and buoyed by fan excitement over his freestyles and guest spots, Rio stormed onto the national scene, garnering overwhelming critical acclaim for releases like 2020’s City On My Back (named the #66 Best Album of the 2020s So Far by Pitchfork), Fiends Don’t Matter, 2 FACED, and his Dum and Dumber mixtape series with fellow Flint punchline artist Rmc Mike. During this time, Rio released some of his scene’s defining rap hits, including “Movie” ft. Louie Ray, “Chicken Coupe” ft. Peezy, and “1v1,” his collaboration with Lil Yachty. Just as his career was hitting high gear, Rio hit an obstacle in the form of a 4-year prison sentence. In late 2021, he left words of wisdom for his fans in the form of his “Last Day Out” freestyle, and went away. Even prison couldn’t stop Rio from putting in work. Fans rallied behind his 2019 hit “Legendary,” which grew into his biggest hit, generating hundreds of millions of streams.

In December 2024, Rio returned to the scene with a bang, releasing the epic first day out freestyle “RIO FREE,” racking up over 1 million views in a day and 8 million streams in just three days. The music video trended #1 on YouTube Music for three weeks straight. “RIO FREE” paved the way for the RIO FREE EP, which earned praise from Pitchfork, and its expansion RIO FREE (Something Happen), named one of the Best Albums of 2025 So Far by The FADER. In early January, Rio performed his first concert since 2021, selling out a star-studded show in Detroit, and in April, “Legendary” earned PLATINUM status from the RIAA, making Rio the first-ever rapper from Flint to earn a PLATINUM record. Rio has also been a willing collaborator, jumping on the viral “Shark” with Jorjiana, recently performed at the NBA Finals, appearing on Money Man’s new album, and reuniting with Rmc Mike for “Bragging Rights,” which trended at #28 on YouTube for music with over 1 million views in its first week.

With F.L.I.N.T. on the way and more excitement in the future, Rio looks to make 2025 his year. Stay tuned for more music and announcements in the coming weeks.

Photo credit: Esdras Thelusma

Please contact Michelle or Annjie for more info.

Links:

official site | instagram | youtube | spotify | tiktok | apple

“Great Day”: https://music.empi.re/greatdayrio

Pre-save F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Thru): https://music.empi.re/feelinglikeimnotthrough

“Sneaky B”: https://music.empi.re/sneakyb / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_vlNOnXmDM

RIO FREE (Something Happen): https://music.empi.re/riosomethinghappen

Buy tickets for Rio’s “Welcome Home Tour”: https://www.touringwithrio.com/

7.18.2025

Montana 700 Announces The Greatest of All Traps, His Next Mixtape, Coming August 1 via Remain Solid / 300 Ent.

The “New Dallas” Heavy-Hitter Prepares His Follow-Up to the Acclaimed February Mixtape 700 Reasons, Promising More Motivational Bangers and Honest Lyricism

The Video:

Uniting the Dallas rap scene under the twin banners of making meaningful music and getting money, Montana 700 has the makings of a star. The young rapper looks to keep his red hot 2025 going, announcing The Greatest Of All Traps, his next mixtape. The follow-up to February’s 700 Reasons, the upcoming Greatest Of All Traps tape expands Montana’s sound while keeping the same motivational energy and Southern rap realness that powered his previous work. The upcoming tape features guest spots from YFN Lucci, Loe Shimmy, and Montana’s fellow New Dallas leader Zillionaire Doe. Solidifying Montana as an essential artist to watch in Texas and beyond, The Greatest Of All Traps arrives later this summer via Remain Solid / 300 Ent.

Along with the tape announcement, Montana shares his new video single, “Boosie Flow.” “Boosie Flow” finds Montana channeling the beloved Louisiana rapper’s drawly charisma, as he dips and ducks between syncopated piano plunks and blasts of 808 with hustle-hard boasts: “Bankroll after bankroll/I just made another hunnid in the same clothes/In that trap all day, when the bank close,” he spits. Montana 700 takes the director’s seat for the video, linking up with Boosie Badazz himself to count stacks, trade bars, and tear through the city in Lamborghinis.

Lifted by Montana’s buoyant charisma and contagious plug talk, 700 Reasons introduced the world to Montana’s thrilling mix of old and new. The tape harkens back to to the heyday of the Dirty South, when labels like Cash Money, No Limit, and Grand Hustle ran the streets and the charts, with songs like Count A Hunnit,” featuring a sample of Jeezy’s “And Then What,” which earned positive attention from Jeezy himself, and “Pipeline” (Remix), a new version of Montana’s local hit featuring BigXThaPlug. Featuring additional appearances from Tee Grizzley, Hunxho, and Montana’s frequent collaborator Zillionaire Doe, 700 Reasons is avaialble everywhere via Remain Solid / 300 Entertainment.

Born and raised in South Dallas, Montana 700 is ready to make 2025 his year. He first hit the scene in 2022, making music that combined the twangy and bass-heavy Dallas rap template with broader Southern rap sounds. Along with his close friend and frequent collaborator Zillionaire Doe, Montana 700 is a leader of the New Dallas movement, an effort from the younger generation to stop the violence that has plagued Dallas hip-hop for years, and instead to build a community-focused scene that will allow the whole city to prosper. Montana spoke about the New Dallas scene on a recent episode of Million Dollaz Worth of Game.

With The Greatest Of All Traps on the way, Montana 700 prepares to make an impact on a grand scale. Stay tuned for much more.

Watch “Boosie Flow”: https://youtu.be/y4SqSiS1LBQ?si=hl_bIlqLbm30yBq-

Stream “Boosie Flow”: https://montana700.lnk.to/boosieflow

Pre-save The Greatest Of All Traps: montana700.lnk.to/tgoat

Stream 700 Reasons: https://montana700.lnk.to/700reasons

Photo credit: Trenton Butler Jr.

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

Links:

instagram | spotify | youtube

“Million Dollar Run” ft. Peezy: https://youtu.be/rsXotHLQGNs

“Wit A Boss”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyhrkcUar2g

700 Reasons: https://montana700.lnk.to/700reasons

“Pipeline (Remix)” ft. BigXThaPlug: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyhrkcUar2g

“Brinks Truck”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5W9WhYB5a8

“Count A Hunnit”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O6cy0v3Mncc

“Pipeline”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxZgkC7gqj0

“Triple D” (w/ Zillionaire Doe): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TID1xglYXzI

07.18.2025

Rio Da Yung OG Officially Announces F.L.I.N.T. (Feelin’ Like I’m Not Thru), His Next Album, Coming August 10th via M I N E Ent. / EMPIRE

The Flint Native Has a “Great Day” in His Hometown to Kick Off His Welcome Home Tour

The First and Only Rapper From Flint to Earn a Platinum Record (“Legendary”) With Over 300M+ Streams This Year To Date, Rio Recently Received a Proclamation From His Hometown Recognizing His Artistic and Commercial Achievements

Steeped in the Sounds and Traditions of His City, the Upcoming F.L.I.N.T. Features Guest Appearances From Peezy, VonOff1700, Star Bandz, Zillionaire Doe, Rmc Mike, YN Jay, FBLManny, and More

Critical Praise:

“…it’s good to have him back.” – Pitchfork

“…the loose-lipped, punchline god from Flint who became a Michigan rap titan” – Pitchfork

#66 Best Album of the Decade So Far (City On My Back) – Even his offhand comments have the power to smack you with bitter truths while you try to hold back the laughter.” – Passion of the Weiss

Best Albums of 2025 So Far (RIO FREE (Something Happen)) – The FADER

“I cannot possibly list all the lines that made me laugh out loud” – Stereogum

“Even his offhand comments have the power to smack you with bitter truths while you try to hold back the laughter.” – Passion of the Weiss

The Video:

Rio Da Yung OG put Flint on the map as a vital rap city, with its own unique flow and reputation for the game’s wildest punchlines. Now, with his legal troubles behind him and the city at his back, Rio plans to pay tribute to his home city with F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Thru), his next album.

Filled with high-octane instrumentals from regular collaborators like Wayne616, BEATSBYSAV, and Danny G Beats, F.L.I.N.T. promises the same headspinning flows and rewindable punchlines that Rio always brings, imbued with a new perspective and focus that Rio achieved after emerging from prison in late 2024. The album brings collaborations with Michigan associates like his mentor Peezy, Flint’s own Coochie Man YN Jay, and his Dum N Dumber duet partner Rmc Mike, and connects Rio with his favorite up-and-comers from the national scene, including Chicago emcees VonOff1700 and Star Bandz, Dallas’s Zillionaire Doe, and Atlanta’s FBLManny. Home to the quotable recent single “Sneaky ‘B’,” F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Thru) arrives on August 10th via M I N E Ent. / EMPIRE.

Along with the official announcement of F.L.I.N.T., Rio shares “Great Day,” his new single. A simmering and smooth track with violins and blown-out 808s, “Great Day” finds the Flint native in a spectacular mood, his spirits lifted by his bankroll: “It’s a great day, I made a hunnid racks/I just checked my bank account and did jumping jacks,” he spits. The rapper celebrates by stacking his signature out-of-pocket punchlines: “We got 4 .308s on us, but I’ll scrap wit you/Knock his ass out then drank a pint and took a nap wit ’em.”

Rio’s kicked off his tour with his first Detroit show on July 17th as part of the epic “Welcome Home Tour,” his first-ever headlining trek. The epic “Welcome Home Tour” spans over 60 dates, passing through San Francisco on August 10th (Regency Ballroom), Los Angeles on August 12th (The Belasco Theater), Houston on August 30th (9pm Music Venue), and New York on September 24th (Webster Hall) before concluding in Chicago on October 11th (Patio Theater). Featuring support from Baby Money, FBLManny, and many special guests,  tickets for the “Welcome Home Tour” are available at https://www.touringwithrio.com/

Pre-save F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Thru): https://music.empi.re/feelinglikeimnotthrough

Stream “Great Day”: https://music.empi.re/greatdayrio

Watch “Sneaky B”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_vlNOnXmDM

F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Thru) tracklist:

1. Different Music
2. Great Day
3. Never Switched
4. Ghetto Love Story
5. I GO ft. FBLMANNY
6. Back Rubbed
7. AGGRESSIVE FLOW
8. Open A Bank ft. 3200 Tre
9. Rich Regardless ft. YN JAY
10. Ghetto Man ft. Peezy
11. Dumb N Dumber Flo ft. Rmc Mike
12. Thug Talk
13. Another Story
14. Sneaky “B”
15. Ask Jay
16. BS Story
17. Big Ben
18. Turnt In Real Life ft. VonOff1700
19. Ghetto Star ft. Star Bandz
20. What U Spend ft. Zillionaire Doe

The Background:

Emerging out of Flint in the late 2010s, Rio Da Yung OG helped transform his working class city into one of the most exciting rap hotbeds of the past several years. Elevated by notable co-signs from Detroit rappers like Peezy and buoyed by fan excitement over his freestyles and guest spots, Rio stormed onto the national scene, garnering overwhelming critical acclaim for releases like 2020’s City On My Back (named the #66 Best Album of the 2020s So Far by Pitchfork), Fiends Don’t Matter, 2 FACED, and his Dum and Dumber mixtape series with fellow Flint punchline artist Rmc Mike. During this time, Rio released some of his scene’s defining rap hits, including “Movie” ft. Louie Ray, “Chicken Coupe” ft. Peezy, and “1v1,” his collaboration with Lil Yachty. Just as his career was hitting high gear, Rio hit an obstacle in the form of a 4-year prison sentence. In late 2021, he left words of wisdom for his fans in the form of his “Last Day Out” freestyle, and went away. Even prison couldn’t stop Rio from putting in work. Fans rallied behind his 2019 hit “Legendary,” which grew into his biggest hit, generating hundreds of millions of streams.

In December 2024, Rio returned to the scene with a bang, releasing the epic first day out freestyle “RIO FREE,” racking up over 1 million views in a day and 8 million streams in just three days. The music video trended #1 on YouTube Music for three weeks straight. “RIO FREE” paved the way for the RIO FREE EP, which earned praise from Pitchfork, and its expansion RIO FREE (Something Happen), named one of the Best Albums of 2025 So Far by The FADER. In early January, Rio performed his first concert since 2021, selling out a star-studded show in Detroit, and in April, “Legendary” earned PLATINUM status from the RIAA, making Rio the first-ever rapper from Flint to earn a PLATINUM record. Rio has also been a willing collaborator, jumping on the viral “Shark” with Jorjiana, recently performed at the NBA Finals, appearing on Money Man’s new album, and reuniting with Rmc Mike for “Bragging Rights,” which trended at #28 on YouTube for music with over 1 million views in its first week.

With F.L.I.N.T. on the way and more excitement in the future, Rio looks to make 2025 his year. Stay tuned for more music and announcements in the coming weeks.

Photo credit: Esdras Thelusma

Please contact Michelle or Annjie for more info.

Links:

official site | instagram | youtube | spotify | tiktok | apple

“Great Day”: https://music.empi.re/greatdayrio

Pre-save F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Thru): https://music.empi.re/feelinglikeimnotthrough

“Sneaky B”: https://music.empi.re/sneakyb / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_vlNOnXmDM

RIO FREE (Something Happen): https://music.empi.re/riosomethinghappen

Buy tickets for Rio’s “Welcome Home Tour”: https://www.touringwithrio.com/

7.18.2025

Bay Area R&B Standout Karri Shares Intimate New Track “Oakland Baby” with Isaiah Falls

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The 22-Year-Old San Francisco Native Continues to Establish Himself as One of the Most Unique Voices in West Coast R&B

Currently Touring Together, Karri and Isaiah Falls Team Up for New Single “Oakland Baby” Following Wireless Festival

Critical Praise:

“Karri is Billboard January’s R&B Rookie of the Month…Karri is a thriving R&B freshman with major-league co-signs ranging from Drake to Lil Baby and Kehlani” – Billboard

“Artist to watch in 2025…the singer is only scratching the surface of welcoming the world across the Golden Gate Bridge” – Billboard

The Song:

Rooted in raw feeling and West Coast ease, Karri’s new single and video “Oakland Baby” featuring Isaiah Falls turns late-night introspection into signature melodic finesse. The R&B cut finds Karri crooning over distorted vocals, “You just left your lashes at my place / promise that I’ll keep ’em somewhere safe / always give you every type of space,” letting his vulnerability and attention to detail shine. His tourmate Isaiah Falls matches the mood with silky vocals, echoing Karri’s romantic musings and reflecting on his lady’s fiery Westside temperament. In the video, the two trade verses while posted up in the studio and under streetlights, locked into those same after-hours vibes. “Oakland Baby” is out now via Playing for Legacy (PFL).

“‘Oakland Baby’ came about when me, Jack Dine, and Lido were in the studio. Lido just started playing chords on the rhodes and it turned into this crazy song. Isaiah and I are really close, so we send each other songs all the time. I texted him the original demo. Then we linked up the same night and did the whole record together,” Karri explains.

A fixture on the R&B scene since releasing his viral 2023 hit “3AM In Oakland,” Karri is ready to level up this year. With over 13 million streams on Spotify alone, “3AM In Oakland” bubbled up on TikTok, helping propel Karri to more than 200k followers and earnng the attention of tastemakers like Drake and his associate OVO Chubbs. The strength of “3AM In Oakland” helped convince Chubbs to sign Karri to his Playing For Legacy label. In 2024, Karri continued to rack up co-signs (from Lil Baby, Kehlani, Saweetie, and more) and develop his sound, releasing the Late Night Slider Music EP in November. Home to “Oakland Pt. 2” (11.6M on Spotify), the sequel to his breakout hit, Late Night Slider Music earned attention from Billboard, who named Karri the R&B Rookie of the Month for January and anointed him an Artist To Watch for 2025.

Earlier this year, Karri has kept the streets hot by releasing collaborations, including “Suede,” a song with P-Lo and Goapele from P-Lo’s For The Soil mixtape, an official release by the Golden State Warriors, “Hesitation,” a collab with Joe Kay of Soulection, and “Cheeky,” a duet with fellow riser Jack Dine. Karri is currently on tour with his close friend Isaiah Falls, who guests on Karri’s current single “Oakland Baby,” as direct support on Isaiah’s “LVRS Paradise Tour.” Most recently, Karri was performed at Wireless Festival in the UK, taking the stage as part of Drake’s curated programming on Friday night alongside stars like Sailorr, Odeal, KWN, Leon Thomas and more.

With much more music to come in the near future, Karri is looking to evolve from Bay Area hometown hero to an internationally-known name. Stay tuned for much more from Karri in the near future.

Stream “Oakland Baby”: https://lnk.site/5/oaklandbaky

Watch “Oakland Baby”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Zptoi_43q0

Photo credit: Kiko Valle

Please contact Michelle or Annjie for more info.

The Background:

Karri is a 22-year-old R&B artist from San Francisco who has quickly emerged as one of the most compelling new voices in the genre. With a sound that fuses late-night vulnerability, soulful melodies, and West Coast cool, Karri’s music speaks to the emotional turbulence of young love and self-discovery—effortlessly resonating with a generation searching for something real. As he continues to blur genre lines and capture the nuances of modern love, Karri is proving he’s not just part of R&B’s future—he’s defining it.

Links:

instagram | tiktok | spotify | youtube

“slauson ave”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUfegoBJasQ

7.18.2025

Video: Hurricane Wisdom – “Afraid”

The North Florida Rapper Continues to Make Waves, Directly Confronting His Fears in His Latest Single

The 22-Year-Old Artist’s Latest Album, Perfect Storm, Spent Three Weeks On The Billboard 200

Critical Praise:

“Wisdom, from Havana (a tiny suburb of Tallahassee), fuses the tropical bounce of Florida street rap with the tenderness in the ballads of Southern and Midwestern truth-tellers. And the instrumental—flickering percussion and scattered, Broward County steel drums, merged with slow-mo, almost G-funk synths—is both melancholic and upbeat at the same time. It’s all rounded out by Wisdom’s raspy melodies, as he seamlessly toggles between no-frills aggression and lilts that hit like a sunshower.” – Pitchfork

“The Havana native broke down the regional barriers of Tallahassee with the twitchy “Giannis” in August, which picked up momentum like the Milwaukee Bucks superstar on a fast break to close out 2024. Hurricane narrates his gritty come-up but also delivers witty one-liners making light of his situation. He compares guns to the size of Giannis Antentokounmpo and jokes about not being good at math, but keeping problem-solvers around – if you catch his drift.” – Billboard

“Hurricane Wisdom Is On His Way To Becoming Rap’s Next Breakout Act” – UPROXX

“Dedicated to cultivating music that aims to uplift and inspire, Wisdom crafts his music for survivors and for the downtrodden soldiers who are giving their all to overcome adversity.” – The Knockturnal

The Video:

Weaving entrancing tunes using his pure tenor, Florida’s Hurricane Wisdom always wears his heart on his sleeve. Getting vulnerable on his latest slice of melodic trap, Hurricane shares “Afraid,” his new video single. Floating above thumping percussion and ethereal swells of vocals, the Havana, FL native worries about the trade-offs that come with chasing dreams, as he spends so much time pursuing his goal that he misses life’s important things: “I’m afraid of being alone,” he sings. In the video, Wisdom rides solo through Miami, going about his day while quietly wrestling with the fear of being alone. From picking out watches, to being locked in at the studio, or gaming by himself, the scenes highlight how real that loneliness feels. It’s a stripped-back, honest look at a more vulnerable side of Hurricane we don’t always get to see.

Since releasing his tape Perfect Storm in February 2025, Hurricane Wisdom has been on a tear, recently dropping new singles like  “Woosah” and “Anyways,” with “Woosah” peaking at #9 for YouTube trending and #40 on the YouTube Top Music Video chart. Charting on the Billboard 200 for three weeks (#126 peak), Perfect Storm illustrates why Hurricane Wisdom is one of the most exciting artists in Florida’s bustling rap scene. From the opening track, Hurricane delivers addictive melodies and unapologetic lyrics with the kinetic urgency of an artist hellbent on achieving rap stardom. Perfect Storm is home to “Giannis (Remix),” a new version of Hurricane’s 2024 breakout hit with a guest verse from Polo G, and the buzzing single “Drugs Callin,” which has over 12 million views on YouTube. Earlier, Hurricane dropped videos for his high profile collabs, “On God” ft. Raq Baby (3.8 million views) and “Mind Gone” ft. Dthang (2.1 million views). Featuring additional guest spots from Sleepy Hallow, NoCap, Fredo Bang, Skilla Baby, and more, Perfect Storm is available on all platforms via Open Shift Distribution.

Born and raised in Havana, Florida, just 30 minutes from Tallahassee, Hurricane Wisdom earned a big fanbase (207k YouTube subscribers, 369k Instagram followers) with his emotionally honest lyrics and entrancing melodies. His 2024 project Eye Of The Storm featured “Giannis,” a kinetic anthem dedicated to the Milwaukee Bucks superstar, which became Hurricane Wisdom’s biggest hit to date, with over 15 million YouTube views and 6 million Spotify streams. “Giannis” earned rapturous reviews from critics, as well, including Pitchfork, who called the song “the feel-good Florida anthem of the moment” and listed it at #36 on their list of the 100 Best Songs of 2024.

With co-signs from Rod Wave and NLE Choppa, a recent opening slot on tour with BossMan Dlow, and coverage in Billboard, BET, UPROXX, and more, the conditions are perfect for Hurricane Wisdom to make a major impact on the rap game. Keep an eye out…a storm is coming.

Watch “Afraid”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZeOA7tpP7c4

Stream “Afraid”: https://openshift.vyd.co/HurricaneWisdomAfraid

Stream Perfect Storm: https://openshift.vyd.co/PerfectStorm

Photo credit: Esdras “PhotoTea” Thelusma

Please contact Michelle and Annjie for more info.

The Background:

Fusing expressive church vocals with themes of optimism and perseverance, Hurricane Wisdom makes songs for survivors — anthems that are as spiritual as they are heartfelt. A down-home storyteller, the Florida native serves up motivational soundtracks for everymen with dreams of sunnier days; his music gives them the resolve to get there. It’s an artistic approach as much as it is a mission, and it’s earned him a growing legion of fans, cosigns from Rod Wave and NLE Choppa, and status as one of the most potent young voices in the South East. It’s a position he reinforces with “Hard Knock Life,” an engrossing rumination on the struggle of the hopeful underdogs. His blurry melodies spill out like teardrops even as his lyrics spell out danger. Through it all, he’s swirled themes of aspiration with tales of frayed friendships and other blockboy hazards while showcasing an inborn sincerity — and a heightened humanity — that connects soul to sound and listeners to love.

Since breaking out with “Granny’s Baby” in 2020, he’s cultivated a sizable buzz with projects like Hurricane Season (2021), State of Emergency (2022) and Category 5: The Biggest Hurricane (2023), with each new release earning more streams than the last. To date, he’s collaborated with the likes of NLE Choppa, SpottemGottem, NoCap, Luh Tyler and more as he’s proven his ability to infuse songs with empathy that soars above genres or classifications. Looking ahead, Hurricane wants to continue to be a voice for the people who don’t have one. The beats will change and his songwriting skills will grow, but it will all be rooted in a spirit of mutual understanding. “At the end of the day, I just try to make shit that people can relate to as humans,” he says. “We’re all human.”

Links:

instagram | spotify | youtube | apple

“Woosah”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRnfK3FFb9E

“Anyways”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXDruT14bcw

“Need Me”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsIhHbjuUJ0

“Kinfolk” ft. Sleepy Hallow: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7QDPU1Dd_Q

“Mind Gone” ft. Dthang: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KKE3K2m4EiQ

“On God” ft. Raq Baby: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pLbWC-6f6k

Perfect Storm: https://openshift.vyd.co/PerfectStorm

“Demand”: https://openshift.vyd.co/310851

“Giannis” (Remix) ft. Polo G: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVPHumbsdUs

“Salute” ft. Loe Shimmy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nr1n_Q0zJug

“Closure”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3O2QSmBKBI

“Giannis”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5JaOnul46A

7.17.2025

Video: Kenny Muney – “Julio and Spit“

The South Memphis rapper turns up with Don Julio in hand, lighting up a packed house party in the turnt up new video from Kenjamin Franklin.

Critical Praise:

“Kenny’s standout skill is his sense of timing and rhythm. The rapper can do nearly any style or flow out there.” – XXL

“Laced with familiar southern swagger and street tales, the new project solidifies Kenny has a viable name to keep an eye on as the new year creeps up.” – HotNewHipHop

“The South Memphis native has become a master at bodying the braggadocious current Memphis trap sound, while still finding endless ways to make his personal wit and charm stand out on every track.” – Dirty Glove Bastard

The Video:

South Memphis Native, Kenny Muney, known for his genuine street charisma and his deeply rhythmic flow, turns up in his new music video, “Julio and Spit.” On “Julio and Spit,” the Paper Route Empire standout fires off gritty flexes over a high-energy trap beat, delivering a house party anthem built on swagger, bravado, and Memphis attitude. Directed by 2BrothersFilm, the video captures a wild house party with Kenny standing on tables, a Don Julio bottle in hand, red solo cups flying, and the crowd packed in and going crazy —an unfiltered snapshot of a Kenny Muney house party. “Julio and Spit” stands out as the latest single off his recent mixtape, Kenjamin Franklin.

With production from BandPlay, Yung Hurricane, and others, Kenjamin Franklin reverberates with the sounds of Memphis: soulful vocal samples, bluesy guitar licks, and high-octane trap percussion. The 8-track tape is a showcase for the artist’s wry personality, as he piles punchline after flex-heavy punchline through his satisfied smirk. Album highlight “Tune Up” welcomes a guest appearance from Kenny’s mentor Young Dolph, allowing Kenny to rap with the late legend one more time. Featuring the recent singles “On Fire” and “Julio and Spit,” Kenjamin Franklin is available everywhere via Paper Route Empire.

Kenjamin Franklin continues the momentum from last year’s The Blue Seasons Super Deluxe, a 24-track behemoth that proved that Kenny Muney is fly in any weather. The South Memphis native shared several videos from the project, including “My $eason” and “4 Ever Or 4 The Moment,” both filmed during Kenny’s vacation to Finland.

With Kenjamin Franklin out now, it is officially Kenny Muney season.

Watch “Julio and Spit”: https://youtu.be/AaUc7FIVB5E?si=pdZRQiBPVanXSefP

Stream Kenjamin Franklin: https://music.empi.re/kenjaminfranklin

Kenjamin Franklin tracklist:
1. Preach
2. Nevaaa
3. Tune Up ft. Young Dolph
4. On Fire
5. Free Bank
6. Julio And Spit
7. Natalie Nunn
8. Back In That Bach

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

The Background:

A native of South Memphis, Kenny Muney grew up idolizing rappers like Lil Wayne, Gucci Mane, and Boosie. He started rapping at age 15, developing his aggressive aesthetic and honing his deeply rhythmic flow. Kenny got his first brush with fame when he released “YTN Freestyle,” which racked up over 2.5 million YouTube views, made him a neighborhood hero, and earned airplay on local radio. He made noise in 2019 with Muney Talk, his first mixtape for PRE. In 2020, Kenny Muney connected with his mentor Young Dolph for “No Regrets,” a highlight track from Dolph’s Rich Slave (Deluxe) album. “I’m never satisfied,” says Kenny Muney. “It’s a gift and a curse. I’m always looking for the next step.”

Links:

instagram | twitter | spotify | youtube

“On Fire”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AaUc7FIVB5E

Kenjamin Franklin: https://music.empi.re/kenjaminfranklin

“Nevaaa”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMZsWGHoQZY

“Back In That Bach”: https://music.empi.re/backinthebach / https://youtu.be/kERf8rk7tik

“4Ever or 4 The Moment”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHal0_o1OOQ

“My $eason”: https://youtu.be/v-4TlWWa9Vw

“Do What You Wanna Do When You Got Racks”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWpAzbsUpkA

The Blue Seasons Super Deluxe: https://music.empi.re/thebluedeluxe

“Paper Route” ft. Key Glock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTAkvTgppNE

“Jacuzzi On The Roof: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1FSMJcyO2c

“I Ain’t Roddy”: https://music.empi.re/iaintroddy

“Bodies & Bucks” ft. BEO Lil Kenny: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SM2xEZfWVhk

“Take A Shot”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VkyeR7KbP98

“I Hate Me Too”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1VfoAtqqfY

“Hate It There”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmhCIO9sWGA

“Breezy”: https://music.empi.re/breezykenny / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0PwhWs51qQ

“Lil Boys”: https://youtu.be/8IudAAM-yVs

“Spendin & Spinnin”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1x_dpFANiE

“UHN UHN”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTPZAuDKmCQ

“Holy Water”: https://youtu.be/ThOF0Aw6OhE

“AOGG” ft. Tay Keith: https://youtu.be/JwOBXtwD0m0

Bio, photos, and streams available here: https://audibletreats.com/kenny-muney/

7.17.2025

Sexyy Red Makes History with First-Ever Residency at Tape London During Wireless Weekend

Credit: @tapelondon

The Announcement:

In a landmark move that set the tone for the summer, Sexyy Red took over Tape London for three unforgettable nights during Wireless Weekend marking the venue’s first-ever artist residency and kicking off the launch of Tape Wired, a new artist-led takeover series celebrating Tape’s 10-year anniversary.

“I love London and all my fans there. Tape is like my home there.  This is my first residency and it’s an incredible experience because the vibe and the entire team at Tape are all amazing.  It’s really one of the best clubs in the world for artists and I can’t wait to go back,” Sexyy shared.

“Sexyy Red has been incredible to work with. This was our first full artist residency and she set the bar. She brought her world into the space with vision, energy, and a real connection to her fans. It felt personal, electric, and marked a standout moment for Tape,”  says Tape Management.

Riding high off a string of new music, standout collaborations, and major festival moments both in the U.S. and abroad, the St. Louis superstar brought her world and her friends with her. With surprise appearances from Latto, Yeat, Rubi Rose, DDG, Loe Shimmy, Zack Bia, and Ben Da Don, Sexyy didn’t just perform, she transformed the iconic venue into her house.

Known for merging a live performance space, in-house recording studio, and members lounge into one all-access, music-first playground, Tape has hosted some of the most unforgettable cultural moments in London over the past decade. With Tape Wired, the venue expands its global vision starting with Sexyy Red’s electric residency and continuing with its seasonal return to Mykonos, where Sexyy will also be joining the 10-year celebration.

This wasn’t just a concert; it was a full-blown experience. From the stage to the studio, from the green room to the dancefloor, Sexyy curated every inch of the weekend with her signature raw energy, humor, and style. A true celebration of her sound, her circle, and her unstoppable come-up.

Welcome to the era of residencies with personality. And this one? It’s 100% Sexyy.

The Background:

ABOUT SEXYY RED: 
Dubbed by Rolling Stone as “the hottest thing in hip-hop, all while just being herself,” St. Louis native Sexyy Red is taking the rap world by storm with her bold, confident style and chart-topping hits. Known for her signature flame-red hair and breakout tracks like “Pound Town” and the soulful, Jamie Foxx-sampled “U My Everything” ft. Drake, 2024 marked a banner year for the rising star. After welcoming her second child, she dropped her highest-charting solo single, “Get It Sexyy,” and her In Sexyy We Trust project, which peaked at #17 on the Billboard 200. Sexyy headlined the summer’s biggest hip-hop tour, the “Sexyy 4 President Tour,” and made waves internationally with a festival run. She also launched entrepreneurial ventures with Ed Hardy and her lifestyle and cosmetics line, Northside Princess. Her accolades include winning “Best Breakthrough Hip-Hop Artist” at the 2024 BET Hip-Hop Awards, alongside nominations for “Album of the Year” and “Song of the Year.” With new music and projects on the horizon in 2025, Sexyy Red continues her meteoric rise as one of hip-hop’s most exciting and unapologetic voices.

Contact:

Michelle McDevitt | michelle@audibletreats.com
Annjie Houston | annjie@audibletreats.com
Cheyenne Beam | cheyenne@audibletreats.com

7.15.2025

Festival d’été de Québec Recap: July 9-13

FEQ Concludes Another Successful Year, Bringing International Superstars to Québec City, Including Shania Twain, Hozier, Slayer, Farruko, Ty Dolla $ign, Pixies, Kygo, and More

(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

THE RECAP:

Taking over the historic capital of Québec for 11 days every July, Festival D’été de Québec is unlike any other festival in North America. With its affordable prices and multi-stage setup, FEQ is truly a community festival, uniting the city behind great music and a vibrant atmosphere. Each festival pass is fully transferable, allowing locals to see the artists they are most passionate about, and switch with friends with different tastes. The result is a festival crowd that is 100% engaged and enthusiastic, with fans who excitedly cheer and sing along, and often dress up according to the night’s theme.

The second half of this year’s festival recruited high-wattage superstars from all over the world. Canadian country legend Shania Twain brought the fireworks during her headlining night, which also featured a performance by GRAMMY-nominated country hitmaker Maren Morris. Beloved Irish singer-songwriter Hozier performed a set of his hits on the Plains of Abraham Bell Stage, while Indie Rock legends Pixies performed on the Loto-Québec Stage. July 9th was one of the festival’s most anticipated nights: EDM night, headlined by Norway’s Kygo and featuring electric sets by Don Diablo and Dutch deep house maestro Samuel Feldt.

July 11th was for the headbangers, as the iconic thrash group Slayer closed a night that also featured the cultishly beloved Mastodon. Those who didn’t love metal and hadn’t had their fill of dancing could head to Québec’s Place George V for another night of EDM, featuring veteran French house maestro Bob Sinclair, Cheat Codes, and more. The festival’s final night welcomed a performance by Puerto Rican reggaetonero Farruko, who performed his catalog hits and songs from his recent album CVRBON VRMOR with elevated production value.

Continuing a tradition that started in 1968, FEQ continues to buck trends, selling out and thrilling fans in a difficult environment for music festivals. With its expert curation, unbeatable atmosphere, and seamless integration into one of North America’s most charming cities, the city festival continues to be a must-visit as it approaches its 60th anniversary. See you next year on the Plains and beyond!

Check out FEQ’s Instagram for additional highlights from the festival.

View photos of FEQ 2025 at this link (please credit photographers “FEQ/photographer name”):

SHANIA TWAIN:

Man! She might not be Brad Pitt, but the Multi-Diamond-Selling superstar’s performance was extremely impressive
(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

HOZIER:

The Irish superstar takes the crowd to church with his spiritual and soulful set
(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

SLAYER:

Thrash metal’s most notorious band continue to melt faces, four decades after their debut release
(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

FARRUKO:

The reggaeton superstar treats the audience to a cinematic presentation of his hits, including songs from his 2024 album CVRBON VRMOR
(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

TY DOLLA $IGN:

L.A.’s favorite Hip-Hop singer shows out on the Loto-Québec Stage
(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

PIXIES:

Led by one-of-a-kind frontman Frank Black (neé Black Francis), Pixes are one of the most influential bands in indie rock history (Credit: FEQ / Marion Desjardins)

KYGO:

The tropical house maestro heats up the summer on EDM night
(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

(Credit: FEQ / Dylan Page)

MAREN MORRIS:

Effortlessly straddling the worlds of country and pop, the Tennessee-born superstar did much more than just set the table for Shania Twain
(Credit: FEQ / Dylan Page)

BOB SINCLAIR:

The legendary French DJ transforms Place George V into a vibrant party
(Credit: FEQ / Charline Cavlier)

MASTODON:

The veteran metalheads stun the crowd with their expert musicianship
(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

DON DIABLO:

Don Diablo brings festive visuals and energetic tunes to hype up the crowd at the Plains of Abraham
(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

KURT VILE:

The Philadelphia-born indie rock icon performs with his band, The Violators
(Credit: FEQ / Marion Desjardins)

SCENES FROM THE FESTIVAL:

(Credit: FEQ / Dylan Page)

(Credit: FEQ / Marion Desjardins)

(Credit: FEQ / Dylan Page)

(Credit: FEQ / Dylan Page)

(Credit: FEQ / Charline Cavlier)

(Credit: FEQ /Stephane Bourgeois)

(Credit: FEQ / Charline Cavlier)

Please contact Michelle or Annjie for more info.

Critical Praise:

“I put it up there with Coachella, Lollapalooza, Outside Lands – it’s in the conversation as a top five festival in North America, for sure.” – Pollstar

“With their passion for their city and music at the centre of their plans, it’s safe to say the festival won’t be a hidden gem for long.” – NME

“Beyond the lineup, FEQ stands above other Canadian festivals of the same capacity when it comes to accessibility thanks to easy walkability from different stages, as well as access to and from the city. It’s situated amongst various parks and greenery, creating a perfect balance of modern stage design and outdoors beauty. ” – Consequence

“FEQ in Quebec will be your new favorite music festival…With the proliferation of music festivals here in North America and throughout the world, the choice of where to spend one’s money and time to see the artists you love is not an easy one. Based on the brief experience I had at the fest, I daresay that FEQ might be your best bet.” – Paste

“The result was a festival that remained impressive—in terms of both the fashion and the music—for the entire duration of its 12-day run. We can’t wait to see who graces the stage, and the audience, next year.” – Forbes

“Nested in the pure and bliss city of Quebec, the famed Festival d’été de Québec, stands as the apex of Canadian festival culture, dominating its industry since its beginning in 1968.” – Clash Magazine

“Surmise to say that Festival d’été de Québec is a gorgeously grassroots affair: created for the enjoyment of the province’s population, curated with a well-conceptualised human touch, and consummated by the wonderfully joyous people of the city.” – The Line of Best Fit

“Held annually in the provincial capital of la belle province since 1968, Festival d’été de Québec (FEQ) is one of Canada’s largest live music events: a world class experience that plays host to a genre-diverse collection of emerging artists and international stars alike.” – Exclaim!

The Background:

About FEQ
In the heart of Quebec City, the Festival d’été de Québec welcomes international icons, rising stars and emerging artists of all musical genres.

Festival d’été de Québec (FEQ) is a music festival managed by a non-for-profit organization, right in the heart of Québec City. With five stages located in the historic part of Quebec City, the most imposing of which is on the Plains of Abraham, the event takes place in a unique setting. The FEQ offers more than 150 shows of all genres, from the biggest headliners in the world to the emerging scene, and has been getting hundreds of thousands of festival-goers dancing and singing since 1968. For 11 consecutive evenings, the city center resembles a real urban and open-air celebration. The FEQ is an accessible and safe gathering, a truly immersive experience in Quebec music and culture.

About BLEUFEU
BLEUFEU is an event organizer and show promoter that presents festive and inspiring experiences, including the Festival d’été de Québec (FEQ), Toboggan – New Year’s Evenings and St-Roch XP, in addition to presenting hundreds of shows throughout the year at the Imperial Bell and a new showroom opening soon. The new umbrella brand will oversee the various existing NPOs, which already have a reputation in the industry for the quality of its productions. BLEUFEU has more than sixty permanent employees and recruits over 500 contract workers each year, in addition to hundreds of volunteers. Visit BLEUFEU.com for more information.

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