08.27.2025

Luhh Dyl Teams With Babyfxce E and 1Up Tee for Kid Cudi-Sampling “Nite N Day,” Shares Music Video

The 21-Year-Old Detroit Native Teams With Two Fellow Rising Michigan Rappers as the Trio Puts a Fresh Spin on Kid Cudi’s Classic “Day N Nite”

Critical Praise:

“Somewhere between “Ski” and collabs with Veeze and Tee Grizzley, Dyl’s raps went from good to locked in.” – The FADER

“There’s just something about the slurry, slightly behind-the-beat delivery of newcomers like Dyl and Veeze that makes them very appealing and easy to listen to.” – UPROXX

“Luhh Dyl wants to keep you guessing. Poised to be the next big thing out of his city, the 21-year-old Detroit native has cultivated a devoted online fanbase, constantly re-defining himself, and his sound.” – Fox 2 Detroit

The Video:

Working pearls of wisdom into his double-time bars, 21-year-old rapper Luhh Dyl can flow on any instrumental. The Detroit native provides his own spin on a dance rap classic, sampling Kid Cudi on his new single “Nite N Day.” The song unites Luhh Dyl with two fellow rising Michigan rappers, Flint’s Babyfxce E and Detroit’s 1Up Tee. Skating atop A-Lau and Lucas’s hard-knocking flip of “Day N Nite,” Dyl unfurls quotable flexes that display the unique way his mind strings thoughts together: “He double-cupped up, got him thinking it’s lean/Bro whole time he sippin’ on greenwater tea,” he taunts. Fxce and Tee add their own flavor to the track, stacking punchline after punchline to match Dyl’s tone. In the video, the Michigan trio make their way to a Maybach dealership, where they stack cash and test out the supercars.

“Nite N Day” is the latest in a series of high-quality singles from Luhh Dyl, most recently the reflective, Pinegrove-sampling “Holdin Back.” Earlier in the summer, the rising rapper dropped “Wish You Could,” a contemplative anthem that earned acclaim from Clash Magazine, and “Wouldn’t Believe,” his collaboration with Lil Tony Official, which was named one of the Best Rap Songs of May 2025 by The FADER, and has generated over 2 million streams to date. In January, Dyl released his album Intrude, which featured guest appearance from Detroit heroes like Tee Grizzley, Veeze, and Sada Baby, and national names like Loe Shimmy. The young rapper has already shown a tendency to experiment with flows and use unconventional samples, and dazzled with his live performance on From The Block.

Only just tapping into his immense potential, Luhh Dyl is ready to make a name for himself. Stay tuned for much more music from the 21-year-old artist in the near future.

Watch “Nite N Day” ft. Babyfxce E & 1Up Tee: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4Vsj8155p4

Stream “Nite N Day” ft. Babyfxce E & 1Up Tee: https://luhhdyl.lnk.to/nitenday

Please contact Michelle or Kevin for more info.

The Background:

Luhh Dyl wants to keep you guessing. Poised to be the next big thing out of his city, the 21-year-old Detroit native has cultivated a devoted online fanbase, constantly re-defining himself, and his sound. The burgeoning rapper has coined his own unique subset of hip hop called “Cart Music ” built from a social media concept turned viral movement. From Michael Jackson to artists across genres, Luhh Dyl’s influences are heard in his eclectic sound, consisting of his raw lyricism and a punchy cadence layered on top of rhythmic, melodic beats. In his own words, he wants to make music that is “fun and unexpected,” saying “people have to listen carefully, because they won’t know what I’m going to say next.”

To his family, he’s Dylan – to his friends, Dyl for short, so when it came time to choose a rap moniker, the rapper says Luhh Dyl was a no-brainer. Dyl’s introduction to music came at an early age, freestyling with his brothers & friends. At 17 years old, he went to the studio for the first time, in search of a coping mechanism after his cousin’s passing. From there, making music became a passion almost immediately, and the studio continued to be an outlet for Dyl to express himself in ways that he never had before. He recorded his first song in 2022, tapping into his natural microphone talent and idiosyncratic delivery. Raised by a single mother and growing up in Detroit (amongst other places) he navigated an ever-changing environment, and had to mature quickly, but Dyl says his upbringing put him at an advantage. His experiences in his life have not only pushed him forward but would later serve as the inspiration behind his lyricism.

Photo credit: Jimmy Fontaine

Links:

instagram | tiktok | youtube | spotify | soundcloud

“Nite N Day” ft. Babyfxce E & 1Up Tee: https://luhhdyl.lnk.to/nitenday /https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4Vsj8155p4

“Holdin Back”: https://luhhdyl.lnk.to/holdinback/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTAWN-5mCa4

“Wish You Could”: https://luhhdyl.lnk.to/wishyoucould / https://youtu.be/RKJVd83zQ2I

“Wouldn’t Believe” ft. Lil Tony: https://luhhdyl.lnk.to/wouldntbelieve / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXSdLkQTJS4

Intrude (Deluxe): https://luhhdyl.lnk.to/intrudedeluxe

8.26.2025

Myles Lloyd Turns Heartbreak Into Cinema in the Video for the Lovelorn “Closer“

Released Last Week, the Yearning, Ones To Watch-Approved “Closer” Follows Up 2024’s “Drive Me Crazy,” Which Has Generated Over 17 Million Streams Across Platforms, Racked Up Over 170k Shazams, and Was Recently Remixed by DJ Bunt

Critical Praise:

“One of the most exciting emerging acts outside of Toronto is Myles Lloyd, a Laval, Quebec-based vocalist blurring the lines between radio-friendly pop and moody R&B.” – Complex

“Carrying on in the great tradition of Canadian crooners, Montreal native Myles Lloyd is the hot new R&B talent that’s been rapidly turning heads and he’s not afraid to bare his soul in the process.” – Paper Magazine

“If you’ve been struggling with self-assertion lately, Myles Lloyd’s “Down Under” is a song that you’ll want to add to the playlist you listen to when you need to pump yourself up.” – Teen Vogue

“If we’re going to be real, no one quite does R&B like Canadians do. From Drake to The Weeknd, the country has spewed out huge talents over the years and their latest is newcomer Myles Lloyd is no different.” – Wonderland

“Vulnerability is at the heart of all Myles Lloyd’s music. For him, music is a way to draw emotions out from himself, bringing him the catharsis of finally expressing all those churning feelings in a coherent narrative.” – Notion

The Video:

Myles Lloyd‘s fresh, conversationally melodic R&B sound is making waves in his hometown of Montreal and beyond. The R&B singer-songwriter releases the video for his new song, “Closer,” which dropped last week. A propulsive slow jam, the song finds Myles sinking into a sumptuous instrumental, as he makes a seductive plea to his intended with a gently sighing hook: “I just need you closer.”

“I made ‘Closer’ about that feeling when no matter how much you see someone it never feels like enough,” says Myles Lloyd. “Even when I physically see them next to me, it somehow feels like there’s a disconnect.”

Directed by Dan LeMoyne, who teamed with Myles on the recent video for viral single “Drive Me Crazy,” the video follows Myles to a waterside location, as he broods in a remote cabin and attempts to escape his troubles. Shot in a 4:3 aspect ratio, the video is drenched in deep orange hues, interspersing Myles’ performance with clips of sailing boats, soaring seagulls, and more.

Says Myles, “Inspired by the writings of Carlos Castaneda, my vision for ‘Closer’ was to create a dreamscape where the sky opens up and an unseen force pulls me towards something i can feel but can’t figuratively reach.”

Included on OnesToWatch’s #NowWatching playlist, “Closer” follows in the wake of “Drive Me Crazy,” a futuristic R&B banger that has has grown into one of Myles Lloyd’s biggest songs to date. After building anticipation with snippets and intriguing Instagram videos, the song hit the ground running upon release, generating over 6k short-form video creations, drawing the attention of artists like Ty Dolla $ign, and earning “Tune Of The Week” status from Uber UK. The song earned acclaim from UPROXX and was named one of the best Montreal songs of 2024 by Cult MTL. Earlier this summer, Myles shared the video for “Drive Me Crazy,” working with director Dan LeMoyne to create a haunted love story for the modern age.

“Drive Me Crazy” received an unexpected boost when the song found its way to K-Pop superstars ENHYPEN, who played the song on stream and raved about it to their legion of fans. To date, the song has generated more than 21 million streams across platforms and racked up over 187k worldwide Shazams, reaching the Top 200 in South Korea behind its endorsement by ENHYPEN and other groups like NCT. Most recently, Myles teamed up with star DJ BUNT. to release “Crazy,” a dance remix of the song, which has over 4 million Spotify streams since its release on August 1st.

“Drive Me Crazy” is only the latest chapter in Myles Lloyd’s rise. The 25-year-old singer-songwriter has been progressing steadily since releasing his 2019 debut Goodbye, home to his fan-favorite single “I Want It All” (1+ million Spotify streams), and since emerging, he has earned praise from Complex, PAPER Mag, Teen Vogue, Wonderland, and more. Last year, Myles released the 9-track WHAT MORE CAN I SAY? project, home to heartfelt songs like “NEVER BE THE SAME” and the playful title track.

Now, with “Drive Me Crazy” on the rise and “Closer” out in the world, Myles Lloyd plans his next move, one that will elevate him from Montreal’s favorite son to an international concern. Stay tuned for much more.

Watch “Closer”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVleMvj2Fvc

Stream “Closer”: https://broke.ffm.to/closer

Stream Myles Lloyd x BUNT. – “Crazy”: https://broke.ffm.to/crazy

Watch “Drive Me Crazy”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iI0IvYwpPjY

Stream “Drive Me Crazy”: https://ffm.to/drivemecrazyy

Photo credit: Kirk Lisaj

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

The Background:

Myles Lloyd is a Montreal-born, genre-bending R&B artist whose music fuses emotional depth with pop precision. Blending nostalgic textures, cinematic production, and smooth falsetto melodies, his sound is both vulnerable and infectious — the kind of music that lingers long after the last note. With roots in classic soul, modern R&B, and early 2000s pop, Myles creates songs that speak directly to the overthinkers, the romantics, and anyone navigating the chaos of feeling too much.

Links:

official site | instagram | twitter | youtube | spotify | soundcloud

“Closer”: https://broke.ffm.to/closer / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVleMvj2Fvc

Myles Lloyd x BUNT. – “Crazy”: https://broke.ffm.to/crazy

“Drive Me Crazy”: https://ffm.to/drivemecrazyy / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iI0IvYwpPjY

WHAT MORE CAN I SAY?: https://ffm.to/wmcis

Keep up with Myles Lloyd’s releases: https://www.myleslloyd.com/music

8.25.2025

JayDon Announces Headlining Show at The Echo on October 21st

Tickets Available on August 29th at 10am PT

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The 18-Year-Old, Zoo/mega/gamma.-Signed R&B Triple-Threat Prepares to Perform His First-Ever Headlining Show In His Hometown, Showcasing His Impeccable Vocals and Athletic Dancing During Performances of Singles Like “I’ll Be Good” and “Boujee Baby”

Critical Praise:

“JayDon — who voiced young Simba in the 2019 photorealistic remake of The Lion King — delivers a terrific vocal performance, intimately capturing the process of taking accountability while asking for forgiveness.” – Billboard

“…this multi-talented artist is proving he’s a force across both film and music… No studio, no autotune—just raw talent.” – ThisIsRNB

The Announcement:

With his athletic dance moves and achingly pure tenor, 18-year-old JayDon is an R&B prodigy. After releasing a series of successful singles, JayDon is ready to show the world what he’s got, announcing his first-ever headlining show in his hometown of Los Angeles at The Echo on October 21st. Defined by JayDon’s smooth dance moves, the upcoming show will feature performances of songs from JayDon’s upcoming debut EP, Me, My Songs & I, including the successful and acclaimed singles “Boujee Baby,” “Lullaby,” “I’ll Be Good,” and his most recent single, “The Way You Move.” Tickets for the concert are available HERE on August 29th at 10am PT. Sign up for JayDon’s mailing list HERE for first access to the concert presale.

JayDon’s L.A. debut continues a red hot rise for the young triple threat. The Zoo/mega/gamma.-signed artist’s run started last fall with “Ah! Ah!“ ft. 310babii, continuing in 2025 with the romantic ballad “Lullaby“ ft. Paradise and the USHER-sampling “I’ll Be Good.” “Lullaby” especially connected in South Korea, where it reached the top of South Korea’s Spotify Viral 50, remaining at the top of the chart for multiple weeks, and has made in impact in other Asian markets, including China and Taiwan. “I’ll Be Good” earned praise from Billboard, BET, Rated R&B, and more, and inspired a choreography-heavy music video (1.2 million views). Earlier this summer, JayDon “Boujee Baby,” a bouncy collaboration with NY rapper Zeddy Will, which arrived with a fun-loving video directed by maxotg. “Boujee Baby” has more than 1 million views in just over a month of release. JayDon was interviewed by Billboard, who named the young prodigy Billboard’s R&B Rookie of the Month for June 2025.

Born JD McCrary, JayDon might be young, but he has a remarkable resume–he’s been captivating audiences as an actor, dancer, and singer for over a decade while cementing himself as an artist for any era. JayDon broke onto the scene with performances on NBC’s Little Big Shots and collaborated with Childish Gambino on “Terrified,” from the iconic album Awaken, My Love!, which they performed together at the 2018 Grammys at the tender age of 9. With viral covers like his rendition of The Jackson 5’s “Who’s Loving You,” JayDon has quickly earned fans worldwide. At 10-years-old, he was the youngest male solo artist to sign with Disney/Hollywood Records, leading to his role voicing Simba in the 2019 live-action The Lion King. Later on, JayDon starred as Kenny Payne in the hit TV series The Paynes.

Though he has a skill for acting, which he demonstrates in many of his music videos, music has remained his passion. In the new chapter of his career, JayDon is determined to blow up and become one of his generation’s most vital artists. Stay tuned for Me, My Songs, and I, JayDon’s debut EP, coming later in 2025 via Zoo/mega/gamma.

Watch “The Way You Move”: https://youtu.be/JT9YexJ6pUQ

Stream “The Way You Move”: https://vyd.co/JaydonTheWayYouMove

Watch “Boujee Baby” ft. Zeddy Will HERE

Read JayDon’s Rookie of the Month Billboard Profile HERE

Keep up with JayDon HERE

Credit: Garrett Bruce

Please contact Michelle or Cheyenne for more info.

Links:

linktree | spotify | apple | youtube | tiktok | instagram

“The Way You Move”: https://vyd.co/JaydonTheWayYouMove

“Boujee Baby” ft. Zeddy Will: https://symphony.to/jaydon/boujee-baby / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58f_jYdklYk

“Lullaby” ft. Paradise: https://themega.lnk.to/Lullaby / https://youtu.be/q_3mbhz2Ap4

“I’ll Be Good”: https://vyd.co/IllBeGood / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFoevPP8hxY

“Ah! Ah!” ft. 310babii: https://themega.lnk.to/AH_AH / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6F_NlO4xo4

8.22.2025

Danny Towers Releases Sinners Club EP, Executive-Produced by Eladio Carrión, Out Now Via TC Music LLC / EMPIRE / RIMAS Ent.

The EP Arrives Alongside “Crush,” the Latest Collab Between Danny and Eladio

Released as The Puerto Rico-Born, Orlando-Raised Rapper Prepares to Join Eladio Carrion On His Nationwide Tour, Launching On August 27th, Sinners Club is Danny’s First EP to Predominantly Feature Rapping in Spanish

The EP Welcomes Additional Features from NTG, Midnvght, and Amenazzy

Critical Praise:

“Danny Towers has always stayed down, whether working on his craft or coming up through the ranks” – XXL

“Throughout his lyrics [on ‘Florida Water’], Towers markedly taunts haters, reminding them that he’s not afraid to throw them in the shark-infested ocean that separates his home state and Cuba.” – HotNewHipHop

The Announcement:

Danny Towers, the Florida rap mainstay, has united with Latin Grammy-winning trap star Eladio Carrión for Sinners Club, his new EP, executive-produced by Carrión. Resulting from a growing friendship and artistic kinship between Danny and Eladio, which started with their first collaboration in 2018 and has continued with many collaborations since, Sinners Club is the first Danny Towers project to predominantly feature lyrics in Spanish, the language of his heritage. The Puerto Rico-born, Orlando-raised rapper is a natural in his native tongue, stacking flex after flex over high-octane trap instrumentals, and experimenting with melody in his sonorous baritone.

Sinners Club is home to the recent single “ASAP,” featuring Eladio Carrión and Midnvght, who each make two guest appearances on the 8-track EP. The new single earned coverage in VIBE, iHeartRadio, ReggaetonTV, and more. The affair kicks off with “Foreign,” a bilingual banger that sets the tone, proving that Danny doesn’t just dabble in Spanish, but is a true student of Latin trap. Other highlights include the minor-key relationship ballad “Rosita,” featuring a Spanglish verse from Brooklyn-born Latin trap riser NTG and a standout turn from Dominican singer Amenazzy, and “Satoshi,” a dreamlike collab with Midnvght. Sinners Club is available on all platforms via TC Music LLC / EMPIRE / Rimas Ent.

Along with the EP, Danny shares the music video for “Crush,” an upbeat highlight from the album. Combining swelling synths and walking bass with tropical-flavored trap percussion, “Crush” is a radio-ready soundtrack to the sweltering Florida late-summer, as Danny shows off his melodic mastery before moving aside and letting Eladio talk his smack.

On August 27th, Danny Towers joins Eladio Carrion on his “DON KBRN Tour,” which spans 34 dates, with the first leg touring across the United States and the second leg hitting major markets in Central and South America. Tickets for the “DON KBRN Tour” are available now HERE

Danny Towers’ union with Eladio Carrion signals a new era for the rapper, whose most recently-released project was 2023’s Safe House, a full-length collaboration with DJ Scheme. Safe House was home to “Florida Water,” ft. Luh Tyler & Ski Mask The Slump God, which became a runaway viral hit, topping the TikTok Top 50 chart for multiple weeks, generating over 130k creates, and over 120 million streams. In 2024, Danny kept the momentum going with singles like “Hop In The V!,” and powerhouse collabs with the likes of BossMan Dlow and Tony Shhnow. A fixture in the Florida underground since the SoundCloud era, Danny Towers has earned a Platinum plaque for 2020’s “E-ER” and a Gold plaque for 2019’s “How You Feel,” each created in collaboration with Lil Yachty, DJ Scheme, and Ski Mask The Slump God.

With Sinners Club out now and his placement on Eladio’s tour coming up fast, Danny Towers is ready to make his biggest splash yet. Stay tuned.

Stream Sinners Club EP: https://music.empi.re/sinnersclub

Watch “Crush” ft. Eladio Carrión: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lq_ZpqgBDZ0

Watch “ASAP” ft. Eladio Carrión & Midnvght: https://youtu.be/7RDUNlIJ5KM

Sinners Club EP tracklist:

1. Foreign
2. Crush ft.
3. Rosita ft. NTG & Amenazzy
4. Cancun
5. Satoshi ft. Midnvght
6. ASAP ft. Eladio Carrión & Midnvght
7. Bandida
8. Solo

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

About Eladio Carrión
Eladio Carrión is a Kansas born, Puerto Rican powerhouse in Latin trap, known for his sharp lyricism, artistic vision, and global reach. A Latin GRAMMY®-winning, multi-platinum rapper, singer-songwriter, and creative force, he’s been instrumental in shaping the sound and standard of Spanish-language trap and hip-hop. Seamlessly blending introspective narratives with hard-hitting beats, Carrión draws on his Puerto Rican roots while aiming far beyond borders. His collaborations with artists like Bad Bunny, Lil Wayne, Big Sean, and 50 Cent reflect his stature in the industry. With over 5 billion YouTube views and 5.1 billion streams across platforms, his music continues to resonate widely while staying true to his voice. Albums like “3MEN2 KBRN” and “Sol María” have earned multiple Latin GRAMMY® nominations, while his hit “Coco Chanel” landed him on the Billboard Hot 100 and won Best Rap/Hip-Hop Song at the Latin GRAMMYs.

In 2025, Carrión released “DON KBRN”, a 22-track album featuring major names like Big Sean and Jessie Reyez. The project quickly landed on Rolling Stone’s “Best Albums of 2025 So Far” list, further proving his creative momentum. Known for high-energy performances, he’s headlined Coachella, Governors Ball, and sold out arenas across continents. On August 27, he launched his biggest world tour yet, covering more than 40 cities across the U.S., Latin America and Europe.

Links:

instagram | spotify | soundcloud | youtube 

Sinners Club EP: https://music.empi.re/sinnersclub

“Crush” ft. Eladio Carrión: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lq_ZpqgBDZ0

“ASAP” ft. Eladio Carrión & Midnvght: https://youtu.be/7RDUNlIJ5KM

Buy tickets to see Danny Towers on Eladio Carrion’s “DON KBRN Tour”: http://www.donkbrn.com

08.22.2025

That Mexican OT Stars With Bravo The Bagchaser in the L.A.-Set Video For “Chronic“

“Chronic” is a Highlight From Recess, Available Everywhere via Capitol Records / GoodTalk / Good Money Global / Manifest

Watch HERE

Stream HERE

Threaded Together With A Playful Schoolyard Theme, the 24-Track Album Is Home to the Single “Baby Mad At Me” ft. Lil Wayne, With Additional Guest Spots From BigXThaPlug, Denzel Curry, Sauce Walka, Money Man, Bravo The Bag Chaser, Lil Jairmy, and More

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 Video:

That Mexican OT showcased his irreverent humor and impeccable flow on his new album Recess, released earlier this month. The 26-year-old Bay City, Texas native keeps his run going, sharing “Chronic,” the latest video from the album. Produced by 10Fifty and Platinum-selling production duo Bankroll Got It, “Chronic” is a West Coast-style rider’s anthem with a Texas twist, uniting OT with L.A.’s Bravo The Bagchaser to discuss their favorite hazy hobby: “F*ck that bottle, ho, I’m in the club smokin’ an ounce,” spits OT on the hook. In the video, country boy OT heads to the big city, joining Bravo in his hometown for some classic Hollywood nights, as they host an intimate gathering at a mansion in the hills.

“Chronic” is the latest video from Recess, OT’s worthy follow-up to his acclaimed and commercially successful efforts, Lonestar Luchador (2023) and Texas Technician (2024). Channeling the mischievous and carefree spirit of a trouble-making kid on a playground, the tape is the latest showcase of the Bay City, TX rapper’s singular blend of lightning-fast flows and Texas-fried melodies. Threaded together with skits that showcase OT’s expert world-building and sharp sense of humor, the 22-track album furthers the rapper’s exploration of the Texas sound he loves, complete with organ blasts, scratching guitars, and percussion purpose-built to make car stereos bounce.

Imbued with that Texas flavor, even as it adds new colors to OT’s palette, Recess is home to singles like the Lil Wayne collaboration  “Baby Mad At Me,” the twangy “Runnin,” and the South Texas collab “Accessories” ft. Peso Peso. The album rolls out the red carpet for high profile guests, including OT’s fellow Texans like BigXThaPlug and Sauce Walka, and A-List out-of-staters like Denzel Curry and Money Man. Featuring additional appearances from Lil Jairmy, NASAAN, OTB Fastlane, DRODi, and Hogg Booma, Recess is available on all platforms via Capitol/GoodTalk/Good Money Global/Manifest.

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. The upcoming “Recess Tour” will feature live performances of songs from the new album and his catalog full of hits. 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.

Continuing to represent for Bay City as he rises through the Texas scene, That Mexican OT is ready to go on a generational run.

Watch “Chronic” ft. Bravo The Bagchaser HERE

Stream Recess HERE

“Recess Tour” Dates:
August 28 – Midland, TX (The Tailgate)
August 29 – Canyon, TX (The Lumberyard)
August 30 – Beaumont, TX (Doggett Ford Park Exhibit Hall)
August 31 – College Station, TX (Shiner Park)
September 3 – Chattanooga, TN (The Signal)
September 4 – Memphis, TN (Minglewood Hall)
September 8 – Lexington, KY (Manchester Music Hall)
September 9 – Newport, KY (MegaCorp Pavilion)
September 11 – Pittsburgh, PA (Stage AE)
September 12 – Milwaukee, WI (The Rave)
September 13 – Minneapolis, MN (The Fillmore)
September 16 – Missoula, MT (The Wilma)
September 17 – Garden City, ID (Revolution Concert House)
September 18 – Salt Lake City, UT (Rockwell at the Complex)
September 20 – Fort Worth, TX (TEXXASFEST)
September 22 – Oklahoma City, OK (The Criterion)
September 23 – Tulsa, OK (Tulsa Theater)
September 24 – Wichita, KS (The Cotillion)
September 26 – Omaha, NE (The Waiting Room)
September 27 – Bentonville, AR (The Momentary Green)
September 30 – Des Moines, IA (Val Air Ballroom)
October 1 – Kansas City, MO (Grinders)
October 2 – St. Louis, MO (The Factory)

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

“Chronic” ft. Bravo The Bagchaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuzV0ODlt1o

Recess: https://thatmexicanot.lnk.to/recess

“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

8.22.25

LUCKI and Lil Yachty Connect For “I Don’t Care…,” the New Single and Music Video from Upcoming DR*GS R BAD Album

The Multi-Platinum Chicago Rapper Continues to Add to His Formidable Legacy, Teaming With Lil Boat For a Woozy Single From His Next Album, Coming This Fall

Critical Praise:

“…a mesmerizing, unremittingly morose testament to Lucki’s own sneaky, sing-song catchiness. He’s been perfecting his wounded and woozy rap for almost a decade, and the result is so irresistible you might find yourself accidentally groaning.” – Pitchfork on FLAWLESS LIKE ME

“Lucki Can Tell Nothing But His Truth…Lucki is shameless about his pain. Whether the 22-year-old Chicagoan—born Lucki Camel Jr.—is rapping about his bouts with depression and anxiety, his role in sabotaging his romantic relationships, or his prescription drug addiction, he refuses to hide his flaws. His candor about his life lows has made him a relatable antihero to a loyal cult following of fans who regularly take to social media with comments like, ‘Lucki changed my life’ or ‘Lucki gets me’ whenever he releases new music or opens up about his struggles publicly.” – Pitchfork

“Lucki has been applying the truths of this life to his music for the better part of a decade.” – Complex

“Lucki has been building his resume for years, crafting understated, infectious tracks that have shades of fellow Chicagoans like Chief Keef and Supa Bwe, but a swagger and sensibility that is all his own.” – Pigeons & Planes

“Lucki’s music can feel like you’re about to be submerged in a swamp or like you’re about to fall asleep behind the wheel of the Lamborghini from Suicide Squad“ – The FADER

‘On this blessed day, we also get Days B4 III, the new full-length from Lucki, the muttering young cult-rap icon whose self-destructive lyrics have the power to punch you in your soul.” – Stereogum

The Video:

After over a decade in the rap game, LUCKI has become a superstar in his own lane, serving up hedonistic, dark night of the soul mantras for his legion of loyal fans. The Chicago native sets expectations high for his next project, DR*GS R BAD, coming soon, with the release of “I Don’t Care…,” his new collaboration with Lil Yachty. The first collaboration between Tune and Lil Boat since 2021’s “Greed” (51 million Spotify streams), “I Don’t Care…” is a propulsive slice of narcotic cloud rap, layered with hissing synth pads and twinkling, plugg-like melodies. Each rapper delivers a supersized verse, sinking their teeth into producer Childboy‘s instrumental and baring their souls. The song comes with an artful video directed by Lonewolf, LUCKI’s longtime collaborator, who contrasts a stark black-and-white color scheme with warm film grain to highlight the duo’s escalating cynicism and isolation.

“I Don’t Care” continues a run of high quality singles from the 29-year-old rapper, including “OverTh!nking,” and the recent “Diamond Stitching.” The West Sider remains tapped in with his hometown, dedicating “Free Mr. Banks” to Lil Durk and collaborating with the rising star Chuckyy on “Hotseat.” Last year, LUCKI released GEMINI! (529 million streams to date), which debuted at #20 on the Billboard 200, #7 on Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Chart, and #3 on Billboard’s Independent Albums chart, home to fan-favorites like the viral “RIP” (62 million Spotify streams, #39 peak on TikTok’s Top 50), “Heavy On My Heart” (37 million Spotify streams), and “BBY Goat,” his second collab with Future, following 2022’s GOLD-selling “Kapitol Denim.” Proudly independent for his whole career, LUCKI continues to rack up accolades, earning six GOLD certifications and one PLATINUM (“New Drank”) certification in the past year alone.

With DR*GS R BAD on the way, LUCKI looks to continue to shape the mainstream in his image. Stay tuned for more.

Watch “I Don’t Care…” ft. Lil Yachty: https://youtu.be/x9pVY4rBv8Q

Stream “I Don’t Care…” ft. Lil Yachty: https://music.empi.re/idontcare

Photo credit: @MattsDemise

Please contact Michelle or Kevin for more info.

The Background:

Cultivating an ever-growing following since he debuted in the rap game in 2013 at 17, LUCKI has earned glowing praise from both critics and industry figures, including shoutouts from Pharrell and Justin Timberlake. He’s collaborated in the past with the likes of A$AP Rocky, Chance The Rapper, Playboi Carti and many others. The rapper formerly known as Lucki Eck$ feeds his fans with a consistent output of boundary-pushing music that plumbs the depths of his soul.

LUCKI had a breakout year in 2019, during which Lucki collaborated with ChaseTheMoney and Earl Sweatshirt, released acclaimed projects Freewave 3 and Days B4 III, and earned praise from Pitchfork, who raved “Lucki’s music works so well in large part due to his ear for production, plodding hi-hats that make it feel like your brain is stuck in quicksand, and his eerie, doomsday melodies.” 2020 was another banner year for the young artist, featuring the release of his 12-track project Almost There, home to the fan favorite single “Faith.”

Links:

official site | twitter | instagram | soundcloud | spotify | youtube

“I Don’t Care” ft. Lil Yachty: https://music.empi.re/idontcare / https://youtu.be/x9pVY4rBv8Q

8.22.2025

Jae Stephens Delivers SELLOUT II, Full of Fizzy and Flirtacious R&B Pop Confections, Out Now via Raedio / Def Jam

The Rising Popstar Steams in the Tightly Choreographed “Afterbody” Video

Home to Recent Singles “SMH,” “That’s My Baby,” and “Kiss It,” Jae’s SELLOUT II is a Worthy Follow-Up to the Acclaimed 2024 Volume, Establishing the Young Artist As a Force in the World of Danceable Pop R&B

Critical Praise:

“the Internet’s ‘Black Pop Star,'” – PAPER Mag

“Jae Stephens is ready for her takeover” – Billboard

“Jae Stephens has emerged as a powerful voice in pop and R&B, blending her exceptional songwriting and production skills to create a distinctive sound that captivates audiences.” – BET

“A CELEBRATION OF DOING THINGS YOUR OWN WAY” – NYLON

“The singer-songwriter has been a key player behind the scenes in American music for a hot minute now, with her infectious pop-R&B blend becoming hugely sought-after” – Clash

“She’s already honed a distinct sound—a mix of classic R&B influences and polished modern production” – Complex

“There’s a new era on the horizon for Dallas singer Jae Stephens, and her new single “WET” is proof. Stephens takes control of her world on the futuristic song, as it showcases her confidence and ability to shine on various production styles.” – UPROXX

“Jae Stephens is indeed an artist to watch” – Rated R&B

The Announcement:

Jae Stephens delivers bubbly pop-R&B confections with an impish charm, injecting energy and personality into the modern scene. Returning with her second dose of radio-ready bangers, the rising pop star shares SELLOUT II, a new EP, available on all platforms via Raedio / Def Jam.  The follow-up to last September’s SELLOUT EP, the new EP builds upon Jae’s effortless blend of old and new sounds, each brimming with clever turns of phrase and effervescent hooks. Spanning six tracks, the EP is a showcase for Jae’s melodic inventiveness, as she plays with her cadence to fit as much innuendo and cheeky humor as she can.

“SELLOUT 2 is SELLOUT’s younger, badass sister who gets away with a lot more,” Stephens explains. “This EP is me being even more like, ‘F*ck it. I don’t care about the box that anyone wants to put me in.’”

The new EP is home to recent singles like “SMH,” a bouncy and uptempo heater that earned praise from Billboard, Clash, Rated R&B, and more, the sultry ballad “That’s My Baby,” covered by NOTION, Clash, Out Magazine, and the charming, 8-bit banger “Kiss It.” SELLOUT II adds three more inventive pop-R&B jams to the mix, notably “Afterbody,” which combines 80s electrofunk synths, with 00s R&B rhythms, and modern melodies and vernacular; “Choosy” recalls vintage Neptunes with percolating 808s and chilly electric keys; and the closer “10/10,” a uber-confident anthem for the baddies.

Along with the EP, Jae Stephens shares the new music video for “Afterbody.” An intoxicating blend of vintage and modern, the song evokes strobe lights and sparkler smoke, narrating a heated encounter between Jae and her chosen partner. In the video, Jae does calisthenics in preparation for a long night at the club, where she nails an intricately choreographed dance that combines group and partner dancing to create one of the year’s steamiest music vids.

SELLOUT II is the worthy follow-up to the acclaimed 2024 effort SELLOUT, home to “WET,” recognized by Elle as one of the Best Songs of April 2024, “Girls Don’t Cheat,” co-written by Chxrry22 and covered by BET and Rated R&B, and fan-favorite “Body Favors,” which has 1.5 million streams on Spotify. In the fall, SELLOUT and Jae Stephens earned coverage in PAPER Mag, who called her “the Internet’s Black pop star.” SELLOUT  turned heads across the industry, leading to a recent stin opening for FLO on their “AAA Tour.”

“My message is always, just because it’s fun doesn’t mean it’s dumb,” Jae Stephens says. “I want to encourage people to think outside the box with their musical choices, and find ways to have fun and keep the innovation going and keep finding new ways to keep people’s interest throughout the song. I want to be part of this group of Black girls occupying this space where we don’t see ourselves as much. We can be feminine and pop stars without it feeling like we’re corny or we’re selling out. I want us to be global superstars again.”

With SELLOUT II, Jae Stephens aims to satisfy her JaeBaes and win over a legion of new fans. Watch your step…it’s Stephens season.

Stream SELLOUT II: https://jaestephens.lnk.to/SELLOUT2

Watch “Afterbody”: https://jaestephens.lnk.to/Afterbodyvideo

Watch “SMH”: https://jaestephens.lnk.to/SMHvideo

SELLOUT II tracklist:

1. SMH
2. Afterbody
3. Kiss It
4. That’s My Baby
5. Choosy
6. 10/10

Photo Credit: Gianni Gallant

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

The Background:

Jae Stephens, is an R&B futurist originally from Dallas and now based in Los Angeles. Since emerging as a talent to watch in her teens, Jae Stephens has been carving out her own lane in R&B. The Dallas native first turned heads as a teenaged R&B prodigy, gaining notice with her soul-stirring vocals and preternatural songwriting ability. While she was a high school student, Stephens built a devoted audience on Tumblr, winning 200,000 followers with her sterling covers of pop and R&B songs and her entertaining life updates. She stepped out on her own as a 19-year-old, in 2017, releasing “24K,” a single that earned praise from The FADER and garnered Jae a performance on COLORS. In 2019, Jae released f**k it, i’ll do it myself, a fully self-written and self-produced EP, home to her fan favorite single “got it like that,” and joined her friend Khalid during his performance on Saturday Night Live. She has collaborated with kindred spirits like THEY, VanJess, Khamari, and Xavier Omar, and has racked up more than 50 million streams across her catalog. Her most recent EP, SELLOUT, shifted her sound in a more uptempo and energetic direction.

About Raedio
Raedio has established itself as an “audio everywhere” company that extends itself across media through its record label, publishing, music supervision and podcast divisions by developing culturally relevant, high-quality music & audio content.

Links:

spotify | tiktok | instagram | youtube | soundcloud | facebook

Keep up with Jae Stephens HERE

SELLOUT II: https://jaestephens.lnk.to/SELLOUT2

“Afterbody”: https://jaestephens.lnk.to/Afterbodyvideo

“Kiss It”: https://jaestephens.lnk.to/KissIt

“That’s My Baby”: https://jaestephens.lnk.to/thatsmybaby

“SMH”: https://jaestephens.lnk.to/SMH / https://jaestephens.lnk.to/SMHvideo

SELLOUT EP: https://symphony.to/jae-stephens/sellout

“Body Favors”: https://symphony.to/jae-stephens/body-favors / https://jaestephens.lnk.to/BodyFavorsVid

“Girls Don’t Cheat”: https://jaestephens.lnk.to/GirlsDontCheat / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jf8uwat8RcY

“WET”: https://jaestephens.lnk.to/WET / https://youtu.be/KxmD5QSbMNc

8.22.2025

R&B Triple-Threat JayDon Releases “The Way You Move,” His New Single and Music Video

Watch HERE

Stream HERE

Already a Stunning Vocalist and Dancer at 18-Years-Old, the mega/gamma.-Signed Artist Ratchets Up the Tempo For His Danceable New Banger

Critical Praise:

“JayDon — who voiced young Simba in the 2019 photorealistic remake of The Lion King — delivers a terrific vocal performance, intimately capturing the process of taking accountability while asking for forgiveness.” – Billboard

“…this multi-talented artist is proving he’s a force across both film and music… No studio, no autotune—just raw talent.” – ThisIsRNB

The Video:

Creating buzz the R&B world with his prodigious talent, Cali-born JayDon is a polished triple-threat at just 18-years-old. The mega/gamma.-signed artist returns with “The Way You Move,” an uptempo R&B banger designed to bring fans to the dancefloor. Produced by Blaq Tuxedo, “The Way You Move” is propelled by insistent snares and wobbling 808 bass, providing a launching pad for JayDon’s flirtatious verses, delivered in his pure high tenor. The video makes use of JayDon’s charismatic camera presence, honed during his years as a child actor. The tall young artist drives around L.A. with his friends, before he spots a group of baddies who catch his eye, leading to a tightly-choreographed interaction that shows off JayDon’s impeccable footwork.

“The Way You Move” continues JayDon’s hot streak, as he continues the run-up to his debut EP, Me, My Songs, and I. The Zoo/mega/gamma.-signed artist’s run started last fall with “Ah! Ah!“ ft. 310babii, continuing in 2025 with the romantic ballad “Lullaby“ ft. Paradise and the USHER-sampling “I’ll Be Good.” “Lullaby” especially connected in South Korea, where it reached the top of South Korea’s Spotify Viral 50, remaining at the top of the chart for multiple weeks, and has made in impact in other Asian markets, including China and Taiwan. “I’ll Be Good” earned praise from Billboard, BET, Rated R&B, and more, and inspired a choreography-heavy music video (1.3 million views). JayDon switched up his style for “Boujee Baby,” a collaboration with NY rapper Zeddy Will, which took inspiration from dance music genres like juke and Jersey club. Earlier this summer, JayDon was interviewed by Billboard, who named the young prodigy Billboard’s R&B Rookie of the Month for June 2025.

Born JD McCrary, JayDon might be young, but he has a remarkable resume–he’s been captivating audiences as an actor, dancer, and singer for over a decade while cementing himself as an artist for any era. JayDon broke onto the scene with performances on NBC’s Little Big Shots and collaborated with Childish Gambino on the iconic album Awaken, My Love!, which they performed together at the 2018 Grammys at the tender age of 9. With viral covers like his rendition of The Jackson 5’s “Who’s Loving You,” JayDon has quickly earned fans worldwide. At 10-years-old, he was the youngest male solo artist to sign with Disney/Hollywood Records, leading to his role voicing Simba in the 2019 live-action The Lion King. Later on, JayDon starred as Kenny Payne in the hit TV series The Paynes.

Though he has a skill for acting, which he demonstrates in many of his music videos, music has remained his passion. In the new chapter of his career, JayDon is determined to blow up and become one of his generation’s most vital artists. Stay tuned for Me, My Songs, and I, JayDon’s debut EP, coming later in 2025 via Zoo/mega/gamma.

Watch “The Way You Move”: https://youtu.be/JT9YexJ6pUQ

Stream “The Way You Move”: https://vyd.co/JaydonTheWayYouMove

Read JayDon’s Rookie of the Month Billboard Profile HERE

Keep up with JayDon HERE

Credit: Garrett Bruce

Please contact Michelle or Cheyenne for more info.

Links:

linktree | spotify | apple | youtube | tiktok | instagram

“The Way You Move”: https://vyd.co/JaydonTheWayYouMove

“Boujee Baby” ft. Zeddy Will: https://symphony.to/jaydon/boujee-baby / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58f_jYdklYk

“Lullaby” ft. Paradise: https://themega.lnk.to/Lullaby / https://youtu.be/q_3mbhz2Ap4

“I’ll Be Good”: https://vyd.co/IllBeGood / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFoevPP8hxY

“Ah! Ah!” ft. 310babii: https://themega.lnk.to/AH_AH / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6F_NlO4xo4

8.22.2025

Kee Nola Bares His Soul on the Heartsick “JEZEBEL,” His New Single and Video

The 22-Year-Old New Orleans Native Continues to Rise in the Wake of His Viral Single “Party Girl” and a Recent Headlining Show in Brooklyn, As He Prepares to Release a New EP in the Fall

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 Song:

Kee Nola bridges the gap between melodic rap and hard-charging rock music with his emotional sensibility and expressive tenor. Pouring his heart out on his latest hybrid anthem, the New Orleans native shares “JEZEBEL,” his new single and music video. Sailing atop chugging alt rock guitars and thumping trap percussion, Kee directly confronts the woman who broke his heart, confessing his suicidal thoughts, even as he welcomes the pain. “JEZEBEL” is the first step on the road to a new EP by Kee Nola, which will arrive this fall 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. Kee has kept busy with rock-tinged singles like “At The Top,””Can’t Get Enough” and “Problematic,” and has recently sat for interviews with Okayplayer and Mundane Mag.

Earlier this summer, Kee Nola completed the “Welcome To Partyland Tour,” his first-ever headlining tour, with support from Kinfolk Jon. The “Welcome To Partyland” kicked off in Los Angeles on July 29th, passing through major markets like Atlanta before concluding on August 17th in Brooklyn at popular venue Baby’s All Right.

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

Stream “JEZEBEL”: https://newwrld.vyd.co/KeeNolaJezebel

Stay tuned for the “JEZEBEL” music video, dropping soon on Kee Nola’s YouTube

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

“JEZEBEL”: https://newwrld.vyd.co/KeeNolaJezebel

“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

8.22.2025

Nali, the Mesmerizing NY Singer-Songwriter, Shares I Love Nali, Her Debut EP, Out Now via Courtesy Of Records

Delivering on the Promise of Her Viral Single “4U,” the New EP Showcases All Sides of Nali’s Personality, Hopping From Genre to Genre With Her Deeply Personal, Journal Entry-Style Songs

Critical Praise:

“Nali is a GEM FR” – @IBreatheMusicAllDay

“Nali is already turning heads” – FashionablyEarly

The Announcement:

A musical omnivore with the talent to pull off anything she tries, rising singer-songwriter Nali is turning heads in her hometown of New York and beyond. Delivering on her vast potential, the Brooklyn native shares I Love Nali, her debut EP. Blending hip-hop percussion, R&B harmonies, and heavy notes of improvisational jazz, I Love Nali showcases the artist’s natural musicality and relatable lyricism, creating endlessly replayable songs unconstrained by mood or genre. The EP fuses those styles into a sound of Nali’s own, resembling a series of journal entries that reflect her moods and experiences. The young artist introduces herself and answers some questions about the EP in a new trailer, released on her YouTube.

The debut project by the artist known for the harmonious love song “4U” (900k+ streams on Spotify) is home to the guitar-driven recent single “∫,” and adds seven new songs that show the breadth of her musical talent. Opener “callmeatthewrongtime” kicks the EP off on a defiant, yet contemplative note, as she confronts those who would disturb her peace. Highlight “wait for you” stacks delicate harmonies over gentle percussion and swelling synths, building anticipation for the eventual encounter with her loved one. With its active bassline and Latin feel, “all day” evokes the prime neosoul era, providing a canvas for Nali to apply her feather-light melodies. Among the most charming songs is “procrastinating,” an impressionistic, improvised vocal jazz piece that gives a glimpse into Nali’s playful recording process, playing off the EP on a warm and winsome note. An accomplished debut that is the first step in her journey, I Love Nali arrives via Courtesy Of Records, the new label formed by industry vets Solomon Sounds, Daniel “Birdman Zoe” Desir, Saint Harraway, and Ryan Ruden.

Earlier this week, Nali celebrated the release of her debut EP with a private listening event, hosted by Power 105.1’s Nyla Symone. Fans filled the event until it was over capacity, as they came to hear what she’s accomplished with her debut EP. Nali welcomed plenty of special guests, including Coi Leray, wolfacejoeyy, NY rapper 2300, LifeOfThom, Cisco Swank, and more.

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.

Stream I Love Nali: https://Nali.lnk.to/ILoveNali

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

8.22.2025

Lupe Fiasco Releases Samurai DX, Returning to the World of His Acclaimed 2024 Album With Two Originals, Three Remixes, and Five Instrumentals

Samurai DX is Available on Vinyl and All Digital Platforms via 1st & 15th / Thirty Tigers

Home to Recent Single “SOS” and the As-Yet-Unheard “High Note” (Prod. by Soundtrakk), the Exquisitely-Crafted Samurai DX Continues the Chicago Legend’s Exploration of Rap as Fine Art

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 releases Samurai DX, the deluxe edition of his critically acclaimed 2024 album Samurai. The new expansion features two songs from the Samurai sessions, the self-produced recent single “SOS” and the Soundtrakk-helmed “High Note,” plus remixes of original album highlights “Samurai,” “Palaces,” and “Bigfoot.” Featuring vocals by Troy Taylor, the new remixes add a different perspective to Lupe’s rhymes, changing up the style without sacrificing the soul. The record’s second half, and the vinyl version’s Side B, includes instrumental versions of the DX‘s five vocal 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 is available in digital and physical formats via 1st & 15th / Thirty Tigers.

Produced in full by longtime collaborator Soundtrakk, 2024’s Samurai earned widespread critical acclaim, with praise from Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, Billboard, and more for its cerebral lyricism and warm sonic palette. Lupe’s ninth studio album, Samurai was the second full album collaboration between Lupe and Soundtrakk, following 2022’s DRILL MUSIC IN ZION. The 8-track Samurai is 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.

Lupe Fiasco is currently on tour with 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 out now, and much more to come, Lupe Fiasco never stops pushing the boundaries of his creativity. Stay tuned and watch his next move.

Stream Samurai DX: https://lupefiasco.ffm.to/samuraidx

Order a physical copy of Samurai DX: https://lupefiasco.ffm.to/samuraidx

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

Samurai DX: https://lupefiasco.ffm.to/samuraidx

“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

8.22.2025

Rising Bay Area R&B Star Karri Releases “fmyx” / “dirty diana,” a Toxic New 2-Pack

Stream HERE

Watch the video for “fmyx” HERE

The 22-Year-Old Artist Follows Up the Isaiah Falls-Featuring “Oakland Baby” and a Performance at the UK’s Wireless Music Festival with “fmyx” and the Noel Cadastre-Produced “dirty diana”

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 Singles:

Bay Area breakout Karri specializes in smoky late night ballads, using his sonorous voice and flexible melodies to tell freaky tales. The 22-year-old San Francisco native treats his fans to a double dose of heat with “fmyx” and “dirty diana,” released as a double single via Playing for Legacy (PFL). The two-pack arrives alongside the new video for “fmyx,” live now on Karri’s YT.

“fmyx” applies Karri’s sonorous baritone to a mob-style Bay Area bounce, as the Filipino-American singer idly ponders embracing his toxic side: “I might f*ck my ex/Just to remind her how it feels,” he intones above crisp fingersnaps, electrofunk synths, and cinematic strings, courtesy of producer P-Lo. The 2-pack’s other single, “dirty diana,” features production from Noel Cadastre, known for his work with Drake and Noah “40” Shebib. The song has a title inspired by a famous Michael Jackson song, but while MJ warned the titular femme to stay away, Karri yearns for her affections, promising to be good to her, despite his past behavior.

“fmyx” and “dirty diana” follow in the footsteps of “Oakland Baby,” Karri’s recent collaboration with Isaiah Falls. Often performed during Karri’s appearances on Isaiah Falls’ “LVRS Paradise Tour,” “Oakland Baby” is a vulnerable and fiery ballad, racking up over 1.2 million streams on Spotify and 434k YouTube views. Earlier in the summer, Karri shared “slauson ave,” a moody anthem sampled by by Ye and King Combs on their recent song “REPEAT ME.”

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, earning praise from the likes of Kehlani, Saweetie, and Lil Baby, who raved about Karri’s music, calling him one of his favorite current R&B artists, during a recent appearance on PlaqueBoyMax’s stream (2.2 million subscribers). After honing his sound  for much of the year, Karri released the Late Night Slider Music EP. Home to “Oakland Pt. 2” (2.2 million views), 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.  In July, Karri 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, and hit the road with Isaiah Falls as direct support on the “LVRS Paradise Tour.” K

With a slate of new music on the horizon, Karri is poised to evolve from Bay Area hometown hero to an internationally recognized artist. His forthcoming EP, set for release later this year, serves as a continuation of Late Nite Slider Music, which came out in December 2024, and will further solidify his place as one of music’s most promising voices.

Stream “fmyx” / “dirty diana”: https://lnk.site/5/fmyxdirtydiana

Watch “fmyx”: https://youtu.be/ufZGAKJQHs0?si=EG57veCpy40-W-BF

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

“fmyx” / “dirty diana”: https://lnk.site/5/fmyxdirtydiana

“fmyx” video: https://youtu.be/ufZGAKJQHs0

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

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

8.21.2025

CHANCE THE RAPPER BUILDS ON HIS TRIUMPHANT RETURN, UNVEILING “JUST A DROP” MUSIC VIDEO FROM HIS TRANSFORMATIVE STAR LINE ALBUM

“AND WE BACK TOUR” KICKS OFF THIS FALL;

TICKETS ON SALE NOW

WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Order Star Line CDs at www.chanceraps.com
Stream Star Line here: https://ditto.fm/star-line

High-res press assets available HERE

Critical Praise:

“Remarkable return to form” – ROLLING STONE

“Chance the Rapper’s latest project is an extraordinary comeback from a generational force. It’s heads-and-shoulders one of the best rap albums of 2025 (and one of the best albums, period)” – USA TODAY

“Boasting 17 tracks and 78 minutes of music, ‘STAR LINE’ is a feast from start to finish…. ‘Letters’ is Chance at his spoken word best, leading in to a taut, exemplary final chapter. ‘Speed Of Light’ flits between ethereal sonics and that heartbeat pulse, a magnificent, three-dimensional piece of music; ‘Pretty’ is a rugged, enchanting performance, and ‘Just A Drop’ blends excellent, enlightening word play from Chance against fantastic production from Jay Electronica.” – CLASH MAGAZINE

“Chance is as lively as ever, finding silver linings even in the systemic ills he identifies throughout the record.” – THE NEW YORKER

“Grammy-winning artist Chance the Rapper returns with Star Line, his long-anticipated second studio album. The 17-track project showcases Chance’s signature lyricism and daring sonic vision while grounding itself in themes of Black resilience, cultural legacy, and personal growth….. born from Chance’s travels to Ghana and Jamaica and his deepening engagement with global Black art. Yet it remains anchored in Chicago, weaving love for his hometown into every bar.” – THE SOURCE

The Announcement:

August 21, 2025 —  On the heels of his triumphant return with the release of Star Line, Grammy-winning independent innovator Chance the Rapper unveils the official music video for “Just a Drop,” a soulful single featuring Jay Electronica. The video showcases the Chicago artist’s vision as both a musician and director. Filmed in the outskirts of Los Angeles, the Chance-direct video features futuristic and desert landscapes, immersing viewers in a striking visual universe that complements the song’s potent lyrical commentary.

“Just a Drop” exemplifies Chance’s mastery of blending personal, social, and spiritual themes. The track explores the inequities surrounding essential resources, using water and land as metaphors for systemic deprivation while highlighting resilience, community, and hope. The gospel-infused chorus and lyrical depth reflect Chance’s signature ability to merge social commentary with optimism, drawing inspiration from both contemporary realities and biblical narratives.

Star Line, out now, marks a landmark moment in Chance’s career. Considered a career-defining release, Star Line debuted at #2 on Spotify’s Top Albums Debut USA Chart and #3 globally, earning praise from both fans and critics. It features 17 tracks that blend visionary lyricism, cultural reverence, and sonic experimentation into a cohesive Black diasporic narrative. Star Line collaborators include Joey BadA$$, Lil Wayne, Smino, Vic Mensa, BJ the Chicago Kid, Young Thug, TiaCorine, Jamila Woods, Do or Die, Babychiefdoit, Lion Babe, Jazmine Sullivan, and Raachel Robinson, with production from DexLvL, Peter CottonTale, Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins, Stix, Smoko Ono, Nate Fox, and Nico Segal. The project’s visual identity is helmed by renowned artist Brandon Breaux, the creative mind behind Chance’s iconic cover art for 10 Day, Acid Rap, and Coloring Book, who returns to create a stunning visual companion for this new era.

Born from Chance’s international travels and artistic immersion, Star Line is a deeply engaging and masterfully crafted work. Inspired by trips to Ghana and Jamaica, as well as time spent at global art fairs, the album title itself is a powerful reference to Marcus Garvey’s pioneering Black Star Line, the early 20th-century shipping line intended to link the Americas, the Caribbean, and Africa. The album’s themes are a modern reflection of that vision, weaving together narratives of resilience, diasporic pride, and the intricate tapestry of the Black experience through Chance’s uniquely personal lens.

In support of Star Line, Chance will embark on the “And We Back Tour” this fall, with stops in major cities including Houston, Atlanta, New York, Toronto, Chicago, and Los Angeles. Tickets for all dates are on sale now at https://chancestuff.com.

Tracklist:

1. Star Side Intro
2. Ride (feat. Do or Die)
3. No More Old Men (feat. Jamila Woods)
4. The Negro Problem (feat. BJ the Chicago Kid)
5. Drapetomania (feat. Babychiefdoit)
6. Back To The Go (feat. Vic Mensa)
7. The Highs & The Lows (feat. Joey BadA$$)
8. Space & Time
9. Link Me In The Future
10. Gun In Yo Purse (feat. Young Thug & TiaCorine)
11. Tree (feat. Lil Wayne & Smino)
12. Burn Ya Block
13. Letters (feat. Rachel Robinson)
14. Speed Of Light (feat. Lion Babe)
15. Pretty
16. Just A Drop (feat. Jay Electronica)
17. Speed Of Love (feat. Jazmine Sullivan)

And We Back Tour – 2025 North American Dates: 
September 26 — Houston, TX @ Bayou Music Center
September 27 — New Orleans, LA @ The Fillmore
September 29 — Atlanta, GA @ Coca-Cola Roxy
October 1 — Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore
October 2 — New York, NY @ The Rooftop at Pier 17
October 4 — Boston, MA @ MGM Music Hall
October 6 — Toronto, ON @ Rebel
October 8 — Washington, DC @ Echostage
October 10 — Chicago, IL @ Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
October 12 — Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium
October 14 — Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre
October 16 — San Francisco, CA @ The Masonic
October 17 — Highland, CA @ Yaamava’ Theater
October 18 — Las Vegas, NV @ Fontainebleau
October 20 — Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Palladium

Contact:

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

For Live Nation Concerts, please reach out to ValeskaThomas@livenation.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

8.19.2025

Video: Billy Blue – “Therapy“

Signed to Lupe Fiasco’s 1st & 15th Label, Billy Blue Teams with Singer B. Howard to Bring a Highlight From His Project, The Life of Pedro, To Life

The Video:

Fusing his classic southern sound with verse and soul, Billy Blue‘s versatility and pen game inspired Lupe Fiasco to sign him to his 1st & 15th label. The Miami native hsows off his performance chops in the new video for “Right,” a highlight from his recent project, The Life Of Pedro. Floating atop skating percussion and sliding synth fanfares, “Right” provides Billy Blue the opportunity to rap in doubletime, as he teams with singer B. Howard to shoot his shot at the beautiful women in the club. The video find Billy Blue in his element, performing the song with a live band and entertaining the crowd with his outsized charisma.

Released earlier in 2025, The Life Of Pedro, contrasts the glamorous perception of a rapper’s life with a harsh dose of reality, focusing on the pain as much as the pleasure. Singles “A Broken Love Story” and “Lil Yeah Yeah” illustrate both sides of the coin–the latter illustrates the early days of infatuation with a Miami bounce, while the latter shows how love and lust can curdle into jealousy and hate. The album features an appearance from Lupe Fiasco on “Fundamentals,” as the Miami rapper brings out the MIT professor’s ignorant side: “B*tches want to play, I tell ’em it’s essential/Tell that b*tch to say no more, it’s instrumental,” rhymes Lupe. The Life Of Pedro is available everywhere via 1st & 15th/Thirty Tigers

The Life Of Pedro is Billy Blue’s first project for 1st & 15th, following a long career as a respected rapper in his city and beyond. Born in New Rochelle, NY to Haitian immigrant parents, Billy moved to Miami when he was 10-years-old. Experiencing periods of homelessness and neglect as a youth, he took the name Billy Blue as a reference to his emotional state (“blue”) and his survival instincts (“Billy” comes from “Billy The Kid”), rapping as a way to exercise his demons and process his situation. He built a reputation for hard-nosed lyricism, crafting local hits like “Riders N Sliders” and earning the attention of hitmakers Timbaland and Akon, who signed him to a joint deal with Interscope Records in 2006. Years later, he has become an expert at navigating the changing tides of the music industry, and he still commands the respect of the game’s greats. In 2024, Lupe Fiasco signed him to 1st & 15th, and brought him as an opening act for his 2024 “Samurai Tour.”

With Lupe in his corner, Billy Blue rejuvenates his career and seets a new standard for lyrical Southern rap. Stay tuned for more.

Watch “Right” ft. B. Howard: https://youtu.be/SIdnaN5Ilhc

Stream The Life Of Pedro: https://orcd.co/lifeofpedro

Watch “A Broken Love Story”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zgzB-GzFsC4

The Life Of Pedro tracklist:

1. Intro (Skit)
2. A Broken Love Story
3. Do Right (Skit)
4. Lil Yeah Yeah
5. Fundamentals ft. Lupe Fiasco
6. Big Homie (Skit)
7. Right ft. B. Howard
8. Uncle’s Prayer
9. Therapy ft. C.B.

Please contact Michelle or Kevin for more info.

The Background:

Billy Blue is a Miami-based artist whose journey to hip-hop mirrors the gritty realities of his life. Born Pedritho Dorsonne in New Rochelle, NY, to Haitian immigrants, he moved to Miami after the tragic loss of his mother at age 10. Experiencing homelessness and neglect, Blue found solace in music, using freestyle battles and storytelling to channel his struggles. These early trials gave rise to his stage name, inspired by the sadness of his youth (“Blue”) and his survival instincts (“Billy the Kid”). Signed to Interscope Records in 2008 through Poe Boy Music Group, Konvict Music, and Mosely Music Group, he built a reputation for his raw lyricism and vivid narratives, earning acclaim for projects like 36 Reasons and collaborations with Lupe Fiasco.

Following years of honing his craft and navigating the music industry, Billy Blue reemerged stronger than ever. Now working with 1st & 15th Records, Blue continues to deliver au- thentic, perspective-driven music. His upcoming EP, The Life of Pedro, showcases his ability to blend Trap Jazz with hard-hitting storytelling, reflecting on love, loss, and redemption through compelling narratives that resonate deeply with listeners. From his early days freestyling on notebooks to opening for Lupe Fiasco on tour, Billy Blue’s music is a testament to resilience and growth, bringing a distinct Miami voice to the world of hip-hop.

Links:

instagram | youtube | twitter | spotify

“Right” ft. B Howard: https://youtu.be/SIdnaN5Ilhc

“Therapy”: https://youtu.be/-0JZAAEkia4

The Life Of Pedro: https://orcd.co/lifeofpedro

“Lil Yeah Yeah”: https://orcd.co/bb-lyy

“A Broken Love Story”: https://youtu.be/zgzB-GzFsC4?si=iRDP2Aq0dTXNrQIr

8.19.2025

Montreal R&B Phenom Myles Lloyd Comes Through With “Closer,” His Sensual New Single

The Rising Singer-Songwriter Scored a Viral Hit With 2024’s “Drive Me Crazy,” Which Has Generated Over 17 Million Streams Across Platforms, Racked Up Over 170k Shazams, and Was Recently Remixed by DJ Bunt

Critical Praise:

“One of the most exciting emerging acts outside of Toronto is Myles Lloyd, a Laval, Quebec-based vocalist blurring the lines between radio-friendly pop and moody R&B.” – Complex

“Carrying on in the great tradition of Canadian crooners, Montreal native Myles Lloyd is the hot new R&B talent that’s been rapidly turning heads and he’s not afraid to bare his soul in the process.” – Paper Magazine

“If you’ve been struggling with self-assertion lately, Myles Lloyd’s “Down Under” is a song that you’ll want to add to the playlist you listen to when you need to pump yourself up.” – Teen Vogue

“If we’re going to be real, no one quite does R&B like Canadians do. From Drake to The Weeknd, the country has spewed out huge talents over the years and their latest is newcomer Myles Lloyd is no different.” – Wonderland

“Vulnerability is at the heart of all Myles Lloyd’s music. For him, music is a way to draw emotions out from himself, bringing him the catharsis of finally expressing all those churning feelings in a coherent narrative.” – Notion

The Song:

Montreal’s Myles Lloyd is rising in the R&B scene with his gently rasping vocals and indelible ear for melody. Coming through in the wake of the success of his viral single “Drive Me Crazy,” Myles draws his listeners in with “Closer,” a propulsive new slow jam. Sinking into an expansive instrumental, complete with electric keyboard filigrees, sumptuous 808s, and knocking hip-hop percussion, Myles makes a seductive plea to the object of his affections, using a heart-melting falsetto to express his true feelings: “I just need you closer,” he intones.

“Closer” is Myles Lloyd’s first new single since making an impact with “Drive Me Crazy,” a futuristic R&B banger that has has grown into one of Myles Lloyd’s biggest songs to date. After building anticipation with snippets and intriguing Instagram videos, the song hit the ground running upon release, generating over 6k short-form video creations, drawing the attention of artists like Ty Dolla $ign, and earning “Tune Of The Week” status from Uber UK. The song earned acclaim from UPROXX and was named one of the best Montreal songs of 2024 by Cult MTL. Earlier this summer, Myles shared the video for “Drive Me Crazy,” working with director Dan LeMoyne to create a haunted love story for the modern age.

“Drive Me Crazy” received an unexpected boost when the song found its way to K-Pop superstars ENHYPEN, who played the song on stream and raved about it to their legion of fans. To date, the song has generated more than 17 million streams across platforms and racked up over 174k worldwide Shazams, reaching the Top 200 in South Korea behind its endorsement by ENHYPEN and other groups like NCT. Most recently, Myles teamed up with star DJ BUNT. to release “Crazy,” a dance remix of the song, which has over 1.5 million Spotify streams since its release on August 1st.

“Drive Me Crazy” is only the latest chapter in Myles Lloyd’s rise. Growing up a fan of artists as diverse as Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, Drake, and The Weeknd, Myles Lloyd threw himself into his music career after his hockey dreams faded, embracing the legacy of his musical family. The 25-year-old singer-songwriter has been rising steadily since releasing his 2019 debut Goodbye, home to his fan-favorite single “I Want It All” (1+ million Spotify streams), and since emerging, he has earned praise from Complex, PAPER Mag, Teen Vogue, Wonderland, and more. Last year, Myles released the 9-track WHAT MORE CAN I SAY? project, home to heartfelt songs like “NEVER BE THE SAME” and the playful title track.

Now, with “Drive Me Crazy” on the rise and “Closer” out in the world, Myles Lloyd plans his next move, one that will elevate him from Montreal’s favorite son to an international concern. Stay tuned for much more.

Stream “Closer”: https://broke.ffm.to/closer

Stream Myles Lloyd x BUNT. – “Crazy”: https://broke.ffm.to/crazy

Watch “Drive Me Crazy”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iI0IvYwpPjY

Stream “Drive Me Crazy”: https://ffm.to/drivemecrazyy

Photo credit: Kirk Lisaj

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

The Background:

Myles Lloyd is a Montreal-born, genre-bending R&B artist whose music fuses emotional depth with pop precision. Blending nostalgic textures, cinematic production, and smooth falsetto melodies, his sound is both vulnerable and infectious — the kind of music that lingers long after the last note. With roots in classic soul, modern R&B, and early 2000s pop, Myles creates songs that speak directly to the overthinkers, the romantics, and anyone navigating the chaos of feeling too much.

Links:

official site | instagram | twitter | youtube | spotify | soundcloud

“Closer”: https://broke.ffm.to/closer

Myles Lloyd x BUNT. – “Crazy”: https://broke.ffm.to/crazy

“Drive Me Crazy”: https://ffm.to/drivemecrazyy / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iI0IvYwpPjY

WHAT MORE CAN I SAY?: https://ffm.to/wmcis

Keep up with Myles Lloyd’s releases: https://www.myleslloyd.com/music

8.15.2025

Video: Kenny Muney – “Preach“

The South Memphis Shares a New Video From His Recent Project, Kenjamin Franklin, Saluting His Mentor Young Dolph in a Song Inspired by One of Dolph’s Biggest Hits

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:

No stranger to the empire-building business, Kenny Muney carefully follows in the footsteps of his mentor Young Dolph. Saluting the late Paper Route Empire CEO shortly following what would have been his 40th birthday, Kenny shares “Preach,” his new music video. Produced by Aimonmyneck, “Preach” is inspired by one of Dolph’s greatest hits, and finds the South Memphis rapper reflecting on words of wisdom he has received. In the video, Kenny takes his bands to the beach, as he looks out into the ocean and clouds take on familiar shapes.

“Preach” is the opening song from Kenny’s 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 “Preach”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYgysDozkB4

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/

8.15.2025

Danny Towers Recruits Eladio Carrión and Midnvght for “ASAP,” His New Spanish Language Single and Music Video

The Puerto Rico-Born, Orlando-Raised Rapper Stunts En Español With Two Latin Trap Superstars in the Black-And-White, Cinematic Video

Critical Praise for Danny Towers:

“Danny Towers has always stayed down, whether working on his craft or coming up through the ranks” – XXL

“Throughout his lyrics [on ‘Florida Water’], Towers markedly taunts haters, reminding them that he’s not afraid to throw them in the shark-infested ocean that separates his home state and Cuba.” – HotNewHipHop

The Announcement:

A heavy-hitter in the Florida rap scene, Danny Towers is tapping into his roots.Today, the Puerto Rico-born, Orlando-raised artist shares “ASAP,” his new single featuring Eladio Carrión and Midnvght, arriving via TC Music LLC / EMPIRE / Rimas Ent. A speaker-knocking slice of Latin trap, “ASAP” allows all three rappers to show off they do best: Danny kicks things off with his gravelly delivery; Eladio follows, flaunting his signature smoothness, shouting out Nipsey Hussle in his standout verse; and Midnvght brings it home with soaring melodies.

In the video, shot in crisp black-and-white, the three artists rap their verses in their elements, confident in their roles as rap game jefes. The new collaboration is a result of the growing friendship and artistic kinship between Danny and Eladio, which started when they recored a song together in 2018 and has blossomed into multiple collaborations in the years since.

Danny Towers’ union with Eladio Carrión signals a new era for the rapper, whose most recently-released project was 2023’s Safe House, a full-length collaboration with DJ Scheme. Safe House was home to “Florida Water,” ft. Luh Tyler & Ski Mask The Slump God, which became a runaway viral hit, topping the TikTok Top 50 chart for multiple weeks, generating over 130k creates, and over 120 million streams. In 2024, Danny kept the momentum going with singles like “Hop In The V!,” and powerhouse collabs with the likes of BossMan Dlow and Tony Shhnow. A fixture in the Florida underground since the SoundCloud era, Danny Towers has earned a Platinum plaque for 2020’s “E-ER” and a Gold plaque for 2019’s “How You Feel,” each created in collaboration with Lil Yachty, DJ Scheme, and Ski Mask The Slump God.

With a new project on the horizon and Eladio Carrión in his corner, Danny Towers is ready to make his biggest splash yet. Stay tuned.

Watch “ASAP” ft. Eladio Carrión & Midnvght: https://youtu.be/7RDUNlIJ5KM

Stream “ASAP” ft. Eladio Carrión & Midnvght: https://music.empi.re/asapasap

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

About Eladio Carrión
Eladio Carrión is a Kansas born, Puerto Rican powerhouse in Latin trap, known for his sharp lyricism, artistic vision, and global reach. A Latin GRAMMY®-winning, multi-platinum rapper, singer-songwriter, and creative force, he’s been instrumental in shaping the sound and standard of Spanish-language trap and hip-hop. Seamlessly blending introspective narratives with hard-hitting beats, Carrión draws on his Puerto Rican roots while aiming far beyond borders. His collaborations with artists like Bad Bunny, Lil Wayne, Big Sean, and 50 Cent reflect his stature in the industry. With over 5 billion YouTube views and 5.1 billion streams across platforms, his music continues to resonate widely while staying true to his voice. Albums like “3MEN2 KBRN” and “Sol María” have earned multiple Latin GRAMMY® nominations, while his hit “Coco Chanel” landed him on the Billboard Hot 100 and won Best Rap/Hip-Hop Song at the Latin GRAMMYs.

In 2025, Carrión released “DON KBRN”, a 22-track album featuring major names like Big Sean and Jessie Reyez. The project quickly landed on Rolling Stone’s “Best Albums of 2025 So Far” list, further proving his creative momentum. Known for high-energy performances, he’s headlined Coachella, Governors Ball, and sold out arenas across continents. On August 27, he launched his biggest world tour yet, covering more than 40 cities across the U.S., Latin America and Europe.

Links:

instagram | spotify | soundcloud | youtube 

“ASAP” ft. Eladio Carrión & Midnvght: https://youtu.be/7RDUNlIJ5KM

08.15.2025

That Mexican OT Releases New Album Recess, Available Everywhere via Capitol Records / GoodTalk / Good Money Global / Manifest

The Defiant New Full-Length Immerses Listeners in OT’s World of Fast Cars, Sly Humor, and Tight Rhymes

Stream HERE

Threaded Together With A Playful Schoolyard Theme, the 24-Track Album Is Home to the Single “Baby Mad At Me” ft. Lil Wayne, With Additional Guest Spots From BigXThaPlug, Denzel Curry, Sauce Walka, Money Man, Bravo The Bag Chaser, Lil Jairmy, and More

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 Album:

Armed with one of the smoothest flows in the rap game and animated by his irreverent sense of humor, That Mexican OT is coming for the number one spot. The 26-year-old Texan releases his new album Recess, a worthy follow-up to his acclaimed and commercially successful efforts, Lonestar Luchador (2023) and Texas Technician (2024). Channeling the mischievous and carefree spirit of a trouble-making kid on a playground, the tape is the latest showcase of the Bay City, TX rapper’s singular blend of lightning-fast flows and Texas-fried melodies. Threaded together with skits that showcase OT’s expert world-building and sharp sense of humor, the 24-track album furthers the rapper’s exploration of the Texas sound he loves, complete with organ blasts, scratching guitars, and percussion purpose-built to make car stereos bounce.

OT imbues every song with that Texas flavor, even as Recess adds new colors to OT’s palette. Setting the tone with lyrical exercise “Hate Being Famous,” OT opens up about his struggles to reconcile his rising public profile and his need to be his authentic self, while the second song, “Beat Box,” boasts a classic boom-bap beat that meshes perfectly with OT’s drawl. “Chronic,” a collaboration with L.A.’s Bravo The Bagchaser, and produced by Platinum-selling production duo Bankroll Got It, is OT’s take on a West Coast rider’s anthem. Other songs stress OT’s skill with melodies, reflecting the rapper’s love of genres like rock and country: Lil Wayne collaboration “Baby Mad At Me” tells a relationship tale with wailing guitars; the tongue-in-cheek “Weed Eater” lovingly satiraizes classic Country & Wesstern music, and the emotional “Runnin’” shimmers with a sumptuous that fits the modern Nashville sound.

Recess has plenty of experimentation, but it is also packed with the Texas-style bangers that fans have come to expect. “F*ck On Me,” a collaboration with Detroit’s NASAAN, stacks out-of-pocket boasts over a swinging beat that would make Pimp C proud. “Accessories,” the recent single, recruits fellow Mexican-American rapper Peso Peso for a sumptuous song for the stoners. OT continues to collaborate with rappers from his home state’s scene, teaming up with BigXThaPlug on the fiery “U And Me,” connecting with frequent collaborator Sauce Walka and Bay City day one Hogg Booma for “Guidance,” and Lil Jairmy and OTB Fastlane join the party on “Beat Box.” Featuring additional guest spots from Denzel Curry and Money Man, Recess is available on all platforms via Capitol/GoodTalk/Good Money Global/Manifest.

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. The upcoming “Recess Tour” will feature live performances of songs from the new album and his catalog full of hits. 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.

Continuing to represent for Bay City as he rises through the Texas scene, That Mexican OT is ready to go on a generational run.

Stream Recess HERE

“Recess Tour” Dates:
August 28 – Midland, TX (The Tailgate)
August 29 – Canyon, TX (The Lumberyard)
August 30 – Beaumont, TX (Doggett Ford Park Exhibit Hall)
August 31 – College Station, TX (Shiner Park)
September 3 – Chattanooga, TN (The Signal)
September 4 – Memphis, TN (Minglewood Hall)
September 8 – Lexington, KY (Manchester Music Hall)
September 9 – Newport, KY (MegaCorp Pavilion)
September 11 – Pittsburgh, PA (Stage AE)
September 12 – Milwaukee, WI (The Rave)
September 13 – Minneapolis, MN (The Fillmore)
September 16 – Missoula, MT (The Wilma)
September 17 – Garden City, ID (Revolution Concert House)
September 18 – Salt Lake City, UT (Rockwell at the Complex)
September 20 – Fort Worth, TX (TEXXASFEST)
September 22 – Oklahoma City, OK (The Criterion)
September 23 – Tulsa, OK (Tulsa Theater)
September 24 – Wichita, KS (The Cotillion)
September 26 – Omaha, NE (The Waiting Room)
September 27 – Bentonville, AR (The Momentary Green)
September 30 – Des Moines, IA (Val Air Ballroom)
October 1 – Kansas City, MO (Grinders)
October 2 – St. Louis, MO (The Factory)

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

Recess: https://thatmexicanot.lnk.to/recess

“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

8.15.2025

Nija Shares “Back Outside,” Her New Single

The 3X GRAMMY Award Nominee Layers Vocal Harmonies Over Gently-Plucked Acoustic Guitars in Her Latest Single

Jersey’s Finest Plans To Release Her Next Project In Fall 2025

Critical Praise:

Three-time GRAMMY Award Nominee

2023 GRAMMY Award Nominee: Songwriter of the Year, Non Classical

Forbes 30 Under 30

Rolling Stone Future 25

“…One of today’s most sought-after songwriters in music.” – ABC News

“…The singer-songwriter fuses the confident swagger of rap with modern R&B, priming herself for a takeover of the music industry.” – Teen Vogue

“In between penning Hot 100-topping hits for Ariana Grande (“Positions) and tracks for Beyoncé’s Grammy-winning Renaissance LP (“Cozy”), New Jersey multi-hyphenate Nija still finds time to write some bangers for herself.” – Billboard

“Now independent and carving her own path, ‘Unruly’ signals the start of an exciting new chapter in her career—one that brings her back to her roots while pushing boundaries in her sound.” – BET

“Nija effortlessly blends R&B and hip-hop drill beats for songs that emphasize a woman’s control in love while slyly hinting at her soon-to-be undeniable impact in the music world as both an artist and songwriter.” – UPROXX

The Song:

Nija‘s superb melodic instincts and slick turns-of-phrase helped her become an in-demand songwriter, and have continued to elevate her as she pursues stardom as an artist. The Union, NJ native heats up with the weather, sharing her new song “Back Outside,” and its accompanying viualizer. With its layered vocal harmonies and speckles of acoustic guitar, “Back Outside” is a steamy midtempo heater, in which Nija gives her latest bae an ultimatum: either commit to her fully, or hit the streets. When the boy remains non-commital, Nija doesn’t mope, she goes “back outside” and has a good time on her own. Arriving with a visualizer directed by @mat_creators (live at 3pm ET on Nija’s YouTube), “Back Outside” was produced by Jack Rochon, Serge Dior, Nija Charles, and Christian McCurdy

“Back Outside” is the latest in a series of scintillating singles by Nija, all leading to he next project, coming this Fall. In late 2024, Nija kicked off her new era with “Unruly,” a confident, bass-heavy single that harkened back to her origins with a special From The Block filmed in her Jersey hometown. The single earned praise from Billboard, Rated R&B, and BET, who said, “Now independent and carving her own path, ‘Unruly’ signals the start of an exciting new chapter in her career—one that brings her back to her roots while pushing boundaries in her sound.” This year, she has followed with the sultry “32nd Floor,” which earned coverage in UPROXX, VIBE, BET, and more, and most recently, the Jack Rochon-produced “Heaven.” The official follow-up to her 2022 debut album, Don’t Say I Didn’t Warn You is on the way, coming later this year via Amnija LLC.

Writing chart-topping smashes since her teenaged years, Nija established herself as one of the most consistent hitmakers of her generation. She first garnered notice in 2018, when one of her songs earned a placement on EVERYTHING IS LOVE, by Jay-Z and Beyoncé as The Carters. Nija continued to work closely with Beyoncé in 2019, appearing on Bey’s The Lion King: The Gift album, writing on “Water” and appearing on “My Power.” Nija was instrumental in the career of Summer Walker, writing her breakout hit “Come Thru” ft. Usher, and scored her first number one hit in 2020 with “Rain On Me,” performed by Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande, and repeated the feat later that year with Ariana Grande’s “Positions.” It would be easier to list A-Listers with whom she hasn’t worked, as her list of collaborators includes Megan Thee Stallion, 21 Savage, Young Thug, WizKid, Kehlani, Maroon 5, H.E.R., Lil Durk, Calvin Harris, and many more. The multi-talent built a huge audience on TIkTok, where she shares the secrets of songwriting with her 467k followers.

Now independent and ready to make her own wave, Nija starts a new chapter in her illustrious career, proving that she has as much juice behind the mic as behind the scenes. Stay tuned for more announcements.

Stream “Back Outside”: https://vyd.co/NijaBackOutside

Watch the official “Back Outside” visualizer (live at 3pm ET on Nija’s YT Channel): https://youtu.be/Ga-Unyo6H4k

Photo Credit: Nehemiah Brent (@planetnehemiah)

Please contact Michelle or Cheyenne for more info.

The Background:

Nija Charles, artist, songwriter, and producer, has already contributed towards 16 Grammy nominations, two number 1’s on Billboard Hot 100 and has also landed a spot on Forbes “30 under 30” list. While her many impressive collaborations including, Megan Thee Stallion, Travis Scott, Chris Brown, Drake and more, have secured her position as a creative powerhouse and tastemaker within culture, her artist career was accelerated and propelled after landing her first ever artist feature on Beyonce’s, “My Power.”

Links:

instagram | tiktok | apple | spotify | youtube

“Back Outside”: https://vyd.co/NijaBackOutside

“Heaven”: https://vyd.co/NijaHeaven

“32nd Floor”: https://symphony.to/nija/32nd-floor

“Unruly”: https://vyd.co/NijaUnruly

8.15.2025

CHANCE THE RAPPER RELEASES TRANSFORMATIVE NEW ALBUM STAR LINE, HIS FIRST IN SIX YEARS OUT TODAY

THE METAMORPHIC, BLACK-CENTRIC LP FEATURES LIL WAYNE,
JAZMINE SULLIVAN, JOEY BADA$$, JAY ELECTRONICA, SMINO, YOUNG THUG,
VIC MENSA & MORE

NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR “JUST A DROP” PREMIERES TODAY AT
12PM ET/11AM CT

NORTH AMERICAN “AND WE BACK TOUR” TICKETS ON SALE TODAY

Order Star Line CDs at www.chanceraps.com
Stream Star Line here: https://ditto.fm/star-line

High-res press assets available HERE

August 15, 2025 // After a six-year journey of artistic exploration, reinvention, and deep reflection, Grammy-winning global independent innovator Chance the Rapper returns with his long-awaited second studio album, Star Line. This new body of work represents the next evolution of one of music’s most daring and imaginative voices. Embodying 17-tracks — a landmark record that blends visionary lyricism, cultural reverence, and sonic experimentation into a singular Black diasporic experience –– the project marks a new creative zenith for the Chicago icon.

In celebration of the album’s release, Chance will also premiere the official music video for “Just A Drop” today, at 12:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM CT.

Star Line is a deeply engaging and masterfully crafted work, born from Chance’s international travels and artistic immersion. Inspired by trips to Ghana and Jamaica, as well as time spent at global art fairs, the album title itself is a powerful reference to Marcus Garvey’s pioneering Black Star Line, the early 20th-century shipping line intended to link the Americas, the Caribbean, and Africa. The album’s themes are a modern reflection of that vision, weaving together narratives of resilience, diasporic pride, and the intricate tapestry of the Black experience through Chance’s uniquely personal lens.

While expansive in scope, the project is grounded in intimacy. It’s a love letter to Chicago, a generational meditation on Black resilience, and perhaps most powerfully, a personal reckoning — with Chance stepping fully into his role as an artist, son, father, director, community leader, and cultural architect.

The album features some of Chance’s most powerful and intricate writing of his career. On the deeply personal “No More Old Men,” Chance juxtaposes tender memories of his childhood in Chicago with a sobering meditation on the life expectancy for Black men in America. The thematic depth continues on the frenetic, upbeat “Drapetomania,” featuring Babychiefdoit. Here, Chance reclaims the absurd 19th-century pseudoscience term for the ‘illness’ of enslaved people wanting freedom, flipping it into a modern anthem of liberation as he spits with relentless energy, urging listeners to “go crazy” against oppressive systems. In stark contrast, the soulful and sobering “The Negro Problem,” featuring powerful vocals from BJ the Chicago Kid, tackles topics like the dire racial disparities in modern medicine, poignantly highlighting the higher risks Black mothers face during childbirth. Chance’s pen is simply unmatched on Star Line with his otherworldly lyricism cementing his status as one of the generation’s most essential storytellers.

The project’s visual identity is helmed by renowned artist Brandon Breaux, the creative mind behind Chance’s iconic cover art for 10 Day, Acid Rap, and Coloring Book, who returns to create a stunning visual companion for this new era.

The album boasts a staggering and thoughtfully curated list of collaborators. The soundscape is primarily sculpted by visionary producer DexLvL, who executively produced the project. The album is further enriched by a multi-generational roster of featured artists, including Joey BadA$$, Lil Wayne, Smino, Vic Mensa, BJ the Chicago Kid, Young Thug, TiaCorine, Jamila Woods, Do or Die, Babychiefdoit, Jay Electronica, Lion Babe, Jazmine Sullivan, and Raachel Robinson. Additional production from legends and innovators like Peter CottonTale, Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins, Stix, Smoko Ono, Nate Fox, and Nico Segal adds layers of sonic depth and brilliance.

“This album is a culmination of my travels, my experiences, and my deep dive into the history that connects us all,” says Chance. “It’s about legacy, the resilience of Black people, and the beautiful, complex story of our existence. From Chicago to Accra, this is my art, unfiltered. Star Line is a vessel for that story, and I’m thrilled that everyone can finally get on board.”

In support of the album’s release, Chance will be heading out this fall for the “And We Back Tour.” The North American headlining tour is set to kick off on September 26, 2025, with stops in major cities including Houston, Atlanta, New York, Toronto, a hometown show in Chicago, and Los Angeles. Tickets for all dates go on sale to the general public today, August 15. For more ticket information, please visit https://chancestuff.com/.

Star Line is more than an album; it is a cultural event six years in the making. It is a testament to artistic growth, a celebration of Blackness, and a powerful statement from an artist at the peak of his powers.

Star Line is available now for CD 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. 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. Star Line is also available on streaming platforms.

Tracklist:

1. Star Side Intro
2. Ride (feat. Do or Die)
3. No More Old Men (feat. Jamila Woods)
4. The Negro Problem (feat. BJ the Chicago Kid)
5. Drapetomania (feat. Babychiefdoit)
6. Back To The Go (feat. Vic Mensa)
7. The Highs & The Lows (feat. Joey BadA$$)
8. Space & Time
9. Link Me In The Future
10. Gun In Yo Purse (feat. Young Thug & TiaCorine)
11. Tree (feat. Lil Wayne & Smino)
12. Burn Ya Block
13. Letters (feat. Rachel Robinson)
14. Speed Of Light (feat. Lion Babe)
15. Pretty
16. Just A Drop (feat. Jay Electronica)
17. Speed Of Love (feat. Jazmine Sullivan)

And We Back Tour – 2025 North American Dates: 
September 26 — Houston, TX @ Bayou Music Center
September 27 — New Orleans, LA @ The Fillmore
September 29 — Atlanta, GA @ Coca-Cola Roxy
October 1 — Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore
October 2 — New York, NY @ The Rooftop at Pier 17
October 4 — Boston, MA @ MGM Music Hall
October 6 — Toronto, ON @ Rebel
October 8 — Washington, DC @ Echostage
October 10 — Chicago, IL @ Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
October 12 — Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium
October 14 — Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre
October 16 — San Francisco, CA @ The Masonic
October 17 — Highland, CA @ Yaamava’ Theater
October 18 — Las Vegas, NV @ Fontainebleau
October 20 — Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Palladium

Contact:

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

For Live Nation Concerts, please reach out to ValeskaThomas@livenation.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

08.14.2025

Netflix Hosts L.A. Premiere For Award-Winning Documentary-Visual Album
SONGS FROM THE HOLE

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

SONGS FROM THE HOLE is Out Now, Only On Netflix

Watch HERE

Stream Songs From the Hole EP HERE

Last night, Wednesday, August 13, 2025, Netflix hosted the World Premiere of Songs From The Hole, an innovative new documentary-visual album at the Tudum Theater, with rapper and documentary writer/protagonist JJ’88, writer/director Contessa Gayles, and producers richie reseda and David Felix Sutcliff.

The crew of the film, along with JJ’88 and his family, welcomed an array of high-profile special guests, including D Smoke, Bas, and Vic Mensa, who moderated a Q&A following the film, among others.

Images from the screening can be downloaded HERE (pw: songs). Please credit Jerritt Clark for the photos.

Find the photos at Getty Images HERE

“Visually fluid and emotionally complex” – The New York Times

“Netflix is about to drop one of the year’s most anticipated documentaries. The new trailer just landed and sets the tone for a culture-shifting film.” – Complex

“Songs From the Hole may have started as a spotlight for art created in an unlikely place, and born from unimaginable circumstances. But like any great song — or album, visual or otherwise — it establishes a connection that makes an audience feel like they’re getting a window into the unique worldview of the artist that ultimately doubles as a mirror forcing them to reflect upon their own.” – Variety

“…a deeply moving and unconventional documentary” – The Guardian

“It’s eye-opening in a way you may have forgotten your eyes could still be opened.” – The Hollywood Reporter

Songs From The Hole EP artwork

Along with the documentary, JJ’88 released his debut EP, titled Songs From The Hole, originally written and recorded while in prison. Home to the smooth and introspective single “Here Now,” is a 13 track melodic testament to survival and transformation, executive produced by richie reseda, JJ’88 and Rahael Asfaw for Question Culture.

Originally written and recorded by JJ’88, with producer richie reseda in prison, it was later reproduced by richie reseda, Dylan Wiggins and Tairiq Bright & Garfield Bright III of Twiin Towers, keeping the original prison vocals. Gritty and vulnerable, the EP is a real-life hood-healing story—one that can only be told by someone who lived it.

Stream Songs from the Hole EP here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/jj88

Follow JJ’88 on Instagram

Buy Songs from the Hole EP Deluxe digital download on EVEN.

Buy Songs from the Hole EP Deluxe double disc vinyl HERE

** Deluxe version includes 6 additional tracks, 4 of the original versions from prison.

Songs From The Hole EP tracklist:

1. Letter To The Homies
2. MostHunted
3. Betrayal
4. The Haunting
5. Steel Grave
6. Overwhelmed
7. SeaFloor
8. WakeUp
9. Rise and Shine
10. N8tive Psalms
11. ROOT
12. NoTimeToW8ste
13. Here Now

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

08.13.2025

Video: SNUPE BANDZ – “Bag Talk“

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:

Paper Route Empire spitta SNUPE BANDZ is one of Memphis’s smoothest emcees. The rising rapper teaches his listeners about the finer points of hustling in “Bag Talk,” his new video single. Dancing atop mysterious keyboards and thunderous Tennessee trap percussion, SNUPE proves himself to be an expert at both making and spending money, as he brags about being the plug’s best friend and his souped-up car. In the video, SNUPE haunts backstreets, popping out in color in a sea of black, white, and gray. “Bag Talk” follows recent singles from SNUPE BANDZ, including the BandPlay-produced “Profit” and “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 “Bag Talk”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uur3WvsbryU

Stream “Bag Talk”: https://music.empi.re/bagtalk

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

Links:

SNUPE BANDZ: instagram | youtube | spotify

SNUPE BANDZ – “Bag Talk”: https://music.empi.re/bagtalk

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

8.13.2025

Netflix Releases SONGS FROM THE HOLE, a New Documentary-Visual Album About the Life and Music of JJ’88, Directed by Contessa Gayles

JJ’88 Releases Songs From The Hole EP, Written While Incarcerated and Brought to Life by JJ’88 and a Team of Producers Led by richie reseda

Listen to the EP HERE

Watch the Film HERE

Songs From The Hole EP artwork

Netflix officially releases SONGS FROM THE HOLE, a music film about the life of JJ’88, who began a life sentence at 15 and processed his experience through rap and soul music. Along with the documentary, JJ’88 releases his debut EP, titled Songs From The Hole, originally written and recorded while in prison. Home to the smooth and introspective single “Here Now,” is a 13 track melodic testament to survival and transformation, executive produced by richie reseda, JJ’88 and Rahael Asfaw for Question Culture.

Originally written and recorded by JJ’88, with producer richie reseda in prison, it was later reproduced by richie reseda, Dylan Wiggins and Tairiq Bright & Garfield Bright III of Twiin Towers, keeping the original prison vocals. Gritty and vulnerable, the EP is a real-life hood-healing story—one that can only be told by someone who lived it.

Stream Songs from the Hole EP here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/jj88

Follow JJ’88 on Instagram

Buy Songs from the Hole EP Deluxe digital download on EVEN.

Buy Songs from the Hole EP Deluxe double disc vinyl HERE

** Deluxe version includes 6 additional tracks, 4 of the original versions from prison.

Songs From The Hole EP tracklist:

1. Letter To The Homies
2. MostHunted
3. Betrayal
4. The Haunting
5. Steel Grave
6. Overwhelmed
7. SeaFloor
8. WakeUp
9. Rise and Shine
10. N8tive Psalms
11. ROOT
12. NoTimeToW8ste
13. Here Now

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
NOMINEE — IDA Award: Best Music Documentary, 2024

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

08.12.2025

Montana 700 Moves Cargo and Stacks Cash in “Rap & Trap,” His New Self-Directed Video

The Song is a Highlight From His Fresh MixtapeThe Greatest of All Traps, His New Mixtape, Available On All Platforms via Remain Solid / 300 Ent.

A Motivational Tape That Defines the “New Dallas” Sound With Songs Like “Boosie Flow,” Montana’s The Greatest Of All Traps Features Guest Spots From YFN Lucci, Loe Shimmy, Fellow New Dallas Hitmaker Zillionaire Doe, and More

The Announcement:

Motivating the masses with his soulful Texas trap, Montana 700 makes music for money-getters. The “New Dallas” chieftain proves that fame will never change him in his new music video for “Rap & Trap.” Rhyming over dramatic keys and propulsive percussion, the young artist counts hundreds of reasons why he will never leave his block, even if he achieves rap stardom: “Rap and trap, do it at the same time/Oak Cliff n****, handling business on Pine/Sign a major deal, n****, I come from selling dimes,” he raps. In the video, directed by Montana himself, the Dallas native packs up a UHaul with product, even as he celebrates the release of his new mixtape and procures a baby gator as a pet.

“Rap & Trap” is a highlight from The Greatest of All Traps, Montana 700’s kinetic new mixtape. Home to the single “Boosie Flow,” which trended at #17 on YouTube’s Trending Charts and generated over 1.4 million views, 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. 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. Featuring appearances from YFN Lucci, Loe Shimmy, Kocky Ka, and Montana’s “New Dallas” running mate Zillionaire Doe, 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.

Watch “Rap & Trap”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tysz6pbwVGk

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

“Rap & Trap”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tysz6pbwVGk

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

8.11.2025

CHANCE THE RAPPER ANNOUNCES ‘AND WE BACK TOUR’

2025 NORTH AMERICAN RUN KICKS OFF SEPTEMBER 26

NEW ALBUM STAR LINE OUT AUGUST 15

PRE-ORDER AT CHANCESTUFF.COM

And We Back Tour Presales Begins August 12, General On Sale Begins August 15

The Announcement:

Grammy-winner and global independent innovator Chance the Rapper has announced dates for his “And We Back Tour.”The 15-city North American headlining run promoted by Live Nation kicks off on September 26 in Houston, TX, with stops in New Orleans, Atlanta, New York City, Toronto, Chicago, Los Angeles, and more. In New York, Chance will perform at the iconic Rooftop at Pier 17, an open-air venue with sweeping views of the city skyline. The tour also features a special hometown performance in Chicago at the Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island, a scenic lakeside amphitheater. The run wraps in Los Angeles on October 20 at the historic Hollywood Palladium. Ticket presales begin Tuesday, August 12, starting with a Citi presale and Verizon (additional details below), with general on sale starting Friday, August 15. For all tour dates and ticket information, visit chancestuff.com.

PRESALES: Citi is the official card of the “And We Back Tour.” Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, August 12 at 10am ET until Thursday, August 14 at 10 pm local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com 

Verizon will offer customers an exclusive presale for the Chance the Rapper and the And We Back Tour in the U.S. – no strings attached, simply for being a Verizon customer. The presale for select shows runs from Tuesday, August 12 at 10am ET until Thursday, August 14 at 10pm local time. Visit myAccess in the My Verizon app for more details. Learn more about Verizon Access here.

About Star Line:

CThe tour follows the announcement of Chance the Rapper’s highly anticipated new full length album Star Line, out this Friday, August 15. The independent project 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. Its lead single, “Tree” featuring Lil Wayne and Smino, is out now, a powerful meditation on cannabis justice, racial inequality, and Black resilience, wrapped in a soulful flip of India.Arie’s classic “Video.” While Chance has circled the globe in search of new perspectives, Star Line remains grounded in the worldview that has always defined Chance’s 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.

For complete tour and ticketing information, and to pre-order the album visit chancestuff.com.

Watch the music video for “Tree” HERE.

Read the Star Line announcement press release HERE

CHANCE THE RAPPER – 2025 NORTH AMERICAN “AND WE BACK TOUR” DATES
September 26, 2025 — Houston, TX @ Bayou Music Center
September 27, 2025 — New Orleans, LA @ The Fillmore
September 29, 2025 — Atlanta, GA @ Coca-Cola Roxy
October 1, 2025 — Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore
October 2, 2025 — New York, NY @ The Rooftop at Pier 17
October 4, 2025 — Boston, MA @ MGM Music Hall
October 6, 2025 — Toronto, ON @ Rebel
October 8, 2025 — Washington, DC @ Echostage
October 10, 2025 — Chicago, IL @ Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
October 12, 2025 — Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium
October 14, 2025 — Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre
October 16, 2025 — San Francisco, CA @ The Masonic
October 17, 2025 — Highland, CA @ Yaamava’ Theater
October 18, 2025 — Las Vegas, NV @ Fontainebleau
October 20, 2025 — Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Palladium

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Contact:

For inquiries, please contact:
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8.11.2025

Sacramento’s DB.Boutabag and Vallejo’s DaBoii Connect For “Drink Bleach,” from DB’s New Album The Real Boutabag II

The Two Northern California Slick-Talkers Trade Punchlines in the Latest Video From DB’s Deeply PErsonal New Album

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 Video:

Blitzing his opposition with slick punchlines and a relentless work ethic, DB.Boutabag is one of the most beloved smack talkers in Northern Cali. DB joins up with a fellow NorCal hustler for “Drink Bleach,” his new music video, featuring ex-SOB x RBE heavy-hitter DaBoii. Skating atop spritely piano chords and knocking West Coast percussion, the two emcees swap out-of-pocket punchlines to embarrass any broke boys in the vicinity: “The same three you spent on rent, I spent that 3 on my beat,” says DB, while DaBoii says, “Thought he was invincible, who he think he King Kong?”  In the video, the two rappers talk business in a luxurious boardroom before hitting the streets in an all-black SUV. 

“Drink Bleach” is a highlight from DB’s new album, 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 singles “Slight Vent Pt. 3” and “Not At Home” ft. Big Sad 1900, The Real Boutabag II is available on all platforms.

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.

Watch “Drink Bleach” ft. DaBoii: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LsEj07apDg

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

“Drink Bleach” ft. DaBoii: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LsEj07apDg

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

08.11.2025

Rio Da Yung OG Fulfills His Destiny, Honoring His Home Town with New Album F.L.I.N.T. (Feelin’ Like I’m Not Through), Out Now via EMPIRE

The Michigan Rap Hero Shares Five New Music Videos From the Album, Including Collabs with Star Bandz and YN Jay

Packed With Scintillating Beats From Regular Collaborators Like BEATSBYSAV and Wayne616, Rio’s New Album Pays Tribute to the Hardscrabble City of His Birth, Welcoming Guest Spots From VonOff1700, Star Bandz, Zillionaire Doe, Rmc Mike, YN Jay, FBLManny, and More

Continuing His Post-Prison Hot Streak, the Rapper Adds To His Career Accomplishments, Which Includes Over 300 Million Catalog Streams in 2025 Alone and a Platinum Plaque on His Single “Legendary”

Catch Rio 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:

Emerging from one of the nation’s roughest cities and shaking off a multi-year prison sentence, Rio Da Yung OG is having a massive 2025, filled with sold out dates, trending videos, and more punchlines than you can count. Reflecting on all he has accomplished against the odds, Rio gives thanks to the city that raised him with F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Through), his new album.

Packed with kinetic beats by Rio’s frequent collaborators like Wayne616, BEATSBYSAV, and Danny G Beats, the new album allows Rio to test out some truly head-spinning flows, doubling back on his bars to create rewindable punchlines and unexpected moments of poignancy. Spanning 20 tracks, F.L.I.N.T. is one of Rio’s most focused works to  date, spanning 20 tracks of bass-heavy Michigan music including recent singles like “What U Spend” ft. Zillionaire Doe (Top 30 on YouTube trending), “Great Day,” (trended in YouTube’s Trending Top 20 with over 1.3 million views), “Sneaky B,” and “Big Ben.” 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.

Along with the album, Rio releases a whopping five new music videos, all directed by 2M Digital, as a gift to his longtime fans:

• “Ghetto Star“: A collaboration with Chicago riser Star Bandz, in which both rappers trade flexes like only they can (“Street legend, feel like Rick Ross, I’m not a star/But I’m with Star,” he spits)
• “Back Rubbed“: Rio sinks his teeth into a sparkling Wayne616 beat, reflecting on his time in jail and how he now appreciates the finer things even more.
• “Rich Regardless“: An out-of-pocket duet with fellow Flint character YN Jay, with a beat that sounds like a late night drive.
• “Different Music“: Another Wayne616 production with sonorous bass and a torrent of memorable punchlines (“Do you know what a ‘Rari truck costs? Cause I can buy 4”)
• “Ask Jay“: YN Jay doesn’t appear on this one, but he gets a lyrical shout out on this Wayne616-produced heater, with a video featuring a cameo by BabyTron

The F.L.I.N.T. album arrives as Rio Da Yung OG continues his epic “Welcome Home Tour,” which kicked off with a show in Detroit. 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/

A salute to his hometown, the album arrives weeks after Rio received a proclamation from the City of Flint for his cultural and for his contributions to the city’s culture and community. Releasing as the rapper celebrates his freedom and puts his city on his back, F.L.I.N.T. (Feeling Like I’m Not Through) is available on all platforms via M I N E Ent. / EMPIRE

Stream 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 Through) 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. Naked Party
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. Ghetto Cypher ft. VonOff1700 & Rmc Mike
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

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

“Different Music”” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vA16xrGaMcM

“Ghetto Star” ft. Star Bandz: https://youtu.be/oWxgUSAWfXI

“Rich Regardless” ft. YN Jay: https://youtu.be/mUam6j3u8kU

“Back Rubbed”: https://youtu.be/FysZvag7Th8

“Ask Jay”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjHCwP85l6Q

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

“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/

08.08.2025

Mozzy Battles Echoes of the Past in INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS 2, His New Album, Out Now via Mozzy Records / EMPIRE

The Sacramento Rapper Releases the Video fro Album Highlight “WILL IT EVER STOP RAININ“

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 New Album Features Some of the Sacramento Street Hero’s Most Personal Rhymes and Athletic Flows to Date

INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS 2 Follows Up April’s INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS

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:

Mozzy‘s detail-rich rhymes contain multitudes, transforming tales of trauma and triumph into life-affirming West Coast anthems. The Sacramento street hero’s latest album, INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS 2, probes deep into the recesses of Mozzy’s mind, exploring traumatic memories of his youth, and how they echo into the present day. Along with the release, Mozzy shares the video for “WILL IT EVER STOP RAININ,” a heartbreaking highlight from the album.

INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS 2 is the follow-up to April’s INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS, discussing similar themes but with refined focus, and even more emotional transparency. While the first project only welcomed features on 4 of its 18 tracks, the sequel is more collaborative in nature, welcoming guest stars from all regions to share their experiences alongside Mozzy’s. The complementary points-of-view pay immediate dividends on “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. Elsewhere on the project, Mozzy taps ATL heavy-hitter Hunxho to add melodic pathos to “ALL I GOT,” paves the way for Boosie Badazz to process his pain on “SUPER SOAKER,” and welcomes Nardo Wick to be the devil on his shoulder on the sinister “STUTTER.” Each song, solo or collaborative, communicates a compelling narrative, whether it imagines the mind of a hustler trying to get out of the mud (on “4 A NECKLACE“), reflects on the allure of breaking the law (“CAN’T SAVE ME“), or it imagines an alternate reality where Mozzy had an easy life (“PRAYER“). Featuring addition guest spots from, Rexx Life Raj, Millyz, DCMBR, and his Sacramento associates Celly Ru, E Mozzy and Marco Mula, INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS 2 is available on all platforms via Mozzy Records / EMPIRE.

INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS 2 and INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS, the Pitchfork-praised “NIGHTMARES” ft. Lil Poppa ,continue 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.

With two albums out this year and even more music on the way, Mozzy is making up for lost time, looking to further his claim to greatness on the West Coast and beyond.

Stream INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS 2: https://music.empi.re/intrusivethoughts2

Watch “WILL IT EVER STOP RAININ”: https://youtu.be/CFCd3NiT1PU

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

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/

08.08.2025

Hurricane Wisdom Teams With Lil Baby to Remix His Viral Hit “Drugs Callin‘”

The North Florida Rapper Prepares For August 22nd’s Perfect Storm (Deluxe) by Recruiting an ATL Superstar to Remix One of the Biggest Hits (40+ Million Streams) From the Billboard 200-Charting Original Album

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:

Rising in the Southern rap scene with a reputation for piercing melodies and effortless flexes, Hurricane Wisdom is turning heads amongst the game’s elite. Today, the North Florida rapper meets his melodic match, connecting with Lil Baby for a high-wattage remix to his viral hit “Drugs Callin.” Providing a new twist to Future’s classic “Perky’s Callin,” Hurricane Wisdom’s “Drugs Callin” is a showcase for the artist’s tuneful flexes, its earworm bars helping the song rack up over 40 million streams to date across platforms (including over 16 million views on YouTube). Lil Baby’s slurred hooks are a perfect match for Hurricane, as he adds a quotable verse of his own. In the video, Hurricane and Lil Baby rendezvous backstage, where they sip dirty soda and powwow with celebs like Young Thug, G Herbo, and Druski.

The “Drugs Callin'” (Remix) continues a breakout moment for the 23-year-old rapper. Last week, Hurricane teamed up with streamer/rapper reGGie for  “On Stream,” a punchline-heavy single with a fun-filled video that reached #2 on YouTube’s Trending Chart, and peaked at #14 on YouTube’s Music Video charts. With over 1 million views in its first week of release, “On Stream” leads directly into Perfect Storm (Deluxe), the expansion of Hurricane’s February 2025 mixtape, which releases on August 22nd via Open Shift Distribution, along with recent singles like  “Woosah” (which peaked at  #9 for YouTube trending and #40 on the YouTube Top Music Video chart) and  “Afraid” (reached at #12 on YouTube’s Trending 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 Hurricane Wisdom’s Perfect Storm (Deluxe) approaching landfall, 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 “Drugs Callin’ (Remix)” ft. Lil Baby: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q196YTCt8KA

Stream “Drugs Callin’ (Remix)” ft. Lil Baby: https://openshift.vyd.co/DrugsCallinRemix

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

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

“Drugs Callin” (Remix) ft. Lil Baby: https://openshift.vyd.co/DrugsCallinRemix

“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

08.06.2025

Sheff G Announces Upcoming Album Weight On Me, Shares New Single “Grind 4“

Facing Down a Potential Absence From the Rap Game, the Brooklyn Big Shot Takes Stock of What’s Important Over Great John’s Sweeping Strings

Critical Praise:

“A pioneer of Brooklyn drill and one of its most technically gifted lyricists” – Pitchfork

“Sheff G helped define the Brooklyn drill sound — now he’s pushing it forward” – COMPLEX

“[A] hard, forceful New York rapper with a deep, resonant voice” – Stereogum

“High area-of-impact raps…Sheff arrives at the frontlines of battle with a rare firmness and singlemindedness” – Passion of the Weiss

The Video:

Beloved in all Five Boroughs for his stylistic innovations, Brooklyn’s Sheff G is ready to receive his flowers. The East Flatbush native and Brooklyn drill forefather prepares to release his next project, Weight On Me, later this month. As he prepares for the possibility of a prison sentence taking him away from his music and his loved ones, Sheff reminds the rap game of all he has already accomplished, and promises his family and fans that they can rely on him no matter the circumstance. Weight On Me features production from Sheff’s frequent collaborator Great John, who laces the project with some of his most textured instrumentals to date. Home 2025 singles “Brokey,” “Real Drill Freestyle,” and “Woke Up,” a collaboration with Sheff’s running mate Sleepy Hallow, Weight On Me arrives on August 22nd via Winners Circle Ent/ /RCA Records.

Along with the announcement of the project, Sheff shares “Grind 4,” his new single and music video. Produced by Great John, the song combines the sweeping strings and melodic basslines of New York’s Shiny Suit Era with the bouncy percussion and dancing hi-hats that characterize the drill sound Sheff helped popularize. Sheff contemplates his circumstances in his signature sing-song flow, reflecting on lessons learned over his several years in the rap game: “I learned to/Do more, say less/If you do less, you speak bigger/My bank account and it’s bigger/It’s seven spaces for them figures,” he spits. Dressed to the nines in the new video, a tuxedo-clad Sheff performs with a string orchestra as he celebrates his various wins with his circle.

A pioneer of his home borough’s drill explosion, Sheff G first began making music while he was still in high school. He quickly garnered buzz with his debut track “4 Them Racks”, a release that led to his 2017 breakout moment with explosive underground hit “No Suburban.” A strong run of releases followed, including his critically-acclaimed debut album One and Only, as he ascended through the genre’s ranks, collaborating with fellow rap mainstays A Boogie Wit da Hoodie (“Run It Up”), King Von (“PICASSO”), Eli Fross (“ISO”), Polo G (“On Go”), and Fivio Foreign (“Waiting”), racking up millions of streams and video views, including 6 RIAA-certified Gold Records and a Platinum Record, in the process. The upcoming Weight On Me follows-up Sheff G’s November 2024 album Proud of Myself. The album features guest spots from Lil Tecca, Polo G, Winners Circle’s Fresh G, and Sheff’s frequent running mate Sleepy Hallow.

Still just 26-years-old, Sheff G plays a heavy role in his home city’s rap scene, pushing the sound of Brooklyn forward as he paves the way for young artists. A community-oriented artist to the core, Sheff G is also dialed-in with his non-profit organization Love On Life Foundation, which he founded while still behind bars to address mental health and income disparities in his community.

With Weight On Me coming out soon, Sheff G is ready to make an impact that his city will feel for a long time.

Stream “Grind 4”: https://sheffg.lnk.to/grind4

Watch “Grind 4”: https://sheffg.lnk.to/grind4/youtube

Watch “Brokey”: https://sheffg.lnk.to/Brokey/YouTube

Credit: Acetorie

Please contact Michelle or Cheyenne for more info.

Links:

Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | Spotify | Apple | SoundCloud

“Grind 4”: https://sheffg.lnk.to/grind4 / https://sheffg.lnk.to/grind4/youtube

“Brokey”: https://sheffg.lnk.to/Brokey / https://sheffg.lnk.to/Brokey/YouTube

Proud of Myself: https://sheffg.lnk.to/proudofmyself

“Never Again” ft. Lil Tecca: https://sheffg.lnk.to/neveragain

“Today”: https://sheffg.lnk.to/today

“Bless Ha”: https://sheffg.lnk.to/blessha

“Own Lane”: https://sheffg.lnk.to/ownlane

“Everything Lit”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9JBaUcYOJ48