8.16.2024

Video: Paper Route Woo – “Bubblegum”

The PRE Rapper Returns With The First Single From His Upcoming Project Slime Dunkin’

Critical Praise:

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

The Video:

Respected in the Memphis streets, Paper Route Woo reps his hometown with pride. Getting ready to release his upcoming project Slime Dunkin’, Woo shares “Bubblegum,” the first single from the project. Over hypnotic keys and a steady bass line, the Paper Route Empire rapper calls out the people who try to fake a life of luxury: “N****s broke as f* ck, who the hell they think they foolin’ / B*tches fake bougie, she just want her reposado and she want her Hooters.” In the video, directed by Wolfe Productions, Woo posts up in his neighborhood wearing head to toe Gucci, linking with his crew at a convenience store while he flexes about the perks that come with being one of Memphis’ hottest risers.

“Bubblegum” is the first single from Paper Route Woo’s upcoming project Slime Dunkin’, set to arrive later this year. Featuring a cover inspired by his mentor Young Dolph’s first mixtape (Paper Route Campaign), Slime Dunkin’ will be Woo’s first project since BOYZ IN THE HOOD, his 2022 collaborative project with fellow PRE hotshot SNUPE BANDZ. Even before BOYZ IN THE HOOD, Paper Route Woo had been making a name for himself in the Memphis rap game, dating back to 2020 with “In My Bag” and continuing through 2021’s “Pop Out,” which drew 2 million YouTube views. He also joined his mentor Young Dolph on “Nothing To Me,” a standout single from the 2021 PAPER ROUTE iLLUMINATi mixtape, generating over 10 million views.

With Slime Dunkin’ on the way, keep your eyes on Paper Route Woo as he looks to make 2024 his biggest year yet.

Watch “Bubblegum”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgVuBelIw7I

Stream “Bubblegum”: https://music.empi.re/bubblegum

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

Links:

instagram | youtube | spotify

PaperRoute Woo – “Bubblegum”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgVuBelIw7I

PaperRoute Woo – “Different Channel”: https://youtu.be/D_VbsebPMtw

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 

SNUPE BANDZ & PaperRoute Woo – “Loyal”: https://youtu.be/1DeO4roCyBo

SNUPE BANDZ & PaperRoute Woo – “Straight Like That”: https://youtu.be/esl5UFsIbxc

SNUPE BANDZ & PaperRoute Woo – “Dam Fool”: https://youtu.be/1hUrR2NW9Vk

PaperRoute Woo – “Made It Happen”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXpU4-3tzek

PaperRoute Woo – “Fully Equipt”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYAZ6KN28GM

Paper Route Empire Presents: Long Live Dolph: https://music.empi.re/longliveyoungdolph

PAPER ROUTE iLLUMINATi: https://music.empi.re/preilluminati

8.16.2024

Video: That Mexican OT – “1982” ft. Curren$y and Le$

The Breakout Star and 2024 XXL Freshman Unites With Two Fellow Prolific Smokers and Producers Bankroll Got It for His First New Song Since March’s Texas Technician 

Critical Praise:

“That Mexican OT is a consummate entertainer: Sometimes he’s a down-and-dirty villain who cheats to win, other times he’s a comical babyface and a boisterous drunk… All the while, 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:

Whipping classic cars as he burns premium trees,That Mexican OT is an appreciator of the finer things. Teaming up with fellow Cannabis connoisseurs for a new stoner’s anthem, the Bay City, TX breakout shares “1982,” a new single and music video. Rhyming over Bankroll Got It’s laid-back trumpets and thumping percussion, OT touts his ’82 Benz as he switches up his flow and tears off tongue-twisting bars like only can: “I just sit back and watch, the loud got me feelin’ like I’m Cam/Wild boy just like I’m Steve-O, keep flippin’ money like Bam/Sippin’ drank in New York City, I pour a tray our for Yams/Just rolled an 8th out the Jordan pack, I hit it like it’s wham,” he purrs. OT welcomes guest appearances from the legendary Curren$y, who shares OT’s love for classic cars, and OT’s fellow South Texan Le$. In the video, directed by DGreen Filmz,  the bottom-of-the-map trio get faded in Spitta’s hometown of New Orleans, as they pour lean outside the Jetlife store and enjoy life to the fullest.

“1982” is That Mexican OT’s first new single since the release of Texas Technician, OT’s acclaimed March 2024 mixtape. Named by Stereogum as the 14th best album of 2024 so far, Texas Technician is a sterling tribute to the state’s hip-hop scene, welcoming legends like Slim Thug, Paul Wall, and more from the Houston scene and featuring hits like “02.02.99” (#74 peak on the Billboard Hot 100, 17 million YouTube views) and “Twistin’ Fingaz” ft. Moneybagg Yo (12 million YT views).

That Mexican OT recently wrapped a nationwide 2024 tour, featuring support from fellow Houston rapper Maxo Kream and his close confidante and “Johnny Dang” collaborator DRODi. Kicking off in Louisville, Kentucky on June 12, the tour criss-crosses the country for 33 dates, with stops in New York on July 23, and festivals like Austin City Limits. Earlier this summer, OT headlined a show at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado, and performed at Lyrical Lemonade’s Summer Smash, where he rendezvoused with Nardwuar for an interview. The tour also featured ten different dates in OT’s home state of Texas, stopping at underserved markets in the state for one of their biggest concerts of the year. The rapper will perform at several events later this year, including the West Texas Truck Show in Odessa and Austin City Limits Festival. Tickets for That Mexican OT’s concertsare available at ThatMexicanOT.net

That Mexican OT is continuing a hot streak that has made him one of the most exciting breakthrough rap stars of the decade so far. He started his legendary run with “Johnny Dang” ft. Drodi & Paul Wall, which spent 12 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100, appeared on his album Lonestar Luchador, and recently, earned a PLATINUM certification from the RIAA. Acclaimed by Pitchfork (7.5), last July’s Lonestar Luchador made an immediate impact, reaching #1 on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart and peaking at #59 on the Billboard 200. Last fall, That Mexican OT completed the “Lonestar Luchador Tour,” the Bay City native’s first-ever headlining tour, selling out dozens of dates across the country. The rapper earned “Best Of 2023” notices from The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Complex, and Pitchfork. Recently, OT tore it up at Rolling Loud California 2024, performing his hits in front of thousands of fans, and sat down with Joe Rogan for a wide-ranging discussion that became the most-listened to podcast in the United States on Spotify on its day of release.

Recently named a 2024 XXL Freshman and one of the 7 Artists Shaping the Sound of 2024 by The New York Times, on top of recent interviews with the Los Angeles Times, SPIN Magazine, and his hometown Houston Chronicle, That Mexican OT is outta here. Stay tuned for much more from the Bay City, TX rhymer as he launches into the stratosphere.

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

Stream “1982” ft. Curren$y and Le$: https://thatmexicanot.lnk.to/1982

Buy That Mexican OT concert tickets at ThatMexicanOT.net

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

Texas Technician tracklist: 

1. 2.02.99
2. Point Em Out (with DaBaby)
3. Chicken Strips & Ass (feat. Paul Wall)
4. Bull Riding (feat. DRODi & Slim Thug)
5. Wockhardt (feat. Le$)
6. Function (feat. Propain)
7. Texas Pledge (feat. Z-Ro)
8. Crooked Officer (feat. Z-Ro)
9. Cowboy In A Escalade (feat. Trapboy Freddy)
10. Comin Down (feat. OTB Fastlane)
11. Glocks & Hammers
12. Twisting Fingers (feat. MoneyBaggYo)
13. Hola (feat. Fredo Bang)
14. In The Air (feat. Hogg Booma)
15. Mucho Gracias
16. Kick Doe Freestyle (feat. Homer & Mone)

Credit: Dorian Green

The Background:

That Mexican OT is one of the biggest breakout stars in the rap game. Check below to read some facts and figures about OT and his rise:

• The 25-year-old rapper was born in Bay City, Texas, a rough-and-tumble town 1 hour south of Houston, which residents appropriately call “Be Careful Texas”
• That Mexican OT’s new album, Texas Technician, features guest spots from Moneybagg Yo, DaBaby, Fredo Bang, Paul Wall, and a all-star lineup of Texan talent, has been racking up millions of streams per day since its release, en route to a #64 debut on the Billboard 200. The mixtape spent a total of 5 weeks on the Billboard 200.
• That Mexican OT recently performed a standout set at the Rolling Loud California music festival – watch his set HERE
• OT’s single, “02.02.99,” is one of his most successful yet, with over 40 million streams since its early January release; “02.02.99” peaked at #74 on the Billboard Hot 100
• That Mexican OT was named an Artist To Watch For 2024 by Spotify and a “Breakthrough Artist to Watch” by Amazon Music
• That Mexican OT earned “Best of 2023” mentions from outlets such as The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Complex, and Pitchfork, who included OT in its “Best Songs of 2023” and “Best Music By Latine and Spanish Artists in 2023” lists
• OT’s career launched into the stratosphere when he shared the viral hit “Johnny Dang” ft. Paul Wall & Drodi, which has generated hundreds of millions of streams and climbed the Billboard Hot 100, reaching #65 peak, reaching Top 20 peaks on Billboard’s Hot Rap Songs (#14) and Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (#19) charts, and becoming OT’s first song to earn a GOLD certification from the RIAA
• His 2023 album Lonestar Luchador was a breakout success, peaking at #59 on the Billboard 200; the album also peaked at #1 on Billboard Heatseekers and at #6 on Apple Music’s All-Genre Charts, and earned mention on UPROXX’s Best Albums of 2023 list
• Recently profiled by the Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, XXL’s The Break, Billboard, SPIN Magazine, Passion Of The Weiss, HITS Daily Double, and his hometown Houston Chronicle

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

Links:

official site | instagram | spotify | youtube | tiktok

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

“OMG”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9lsGaAfxjw

“Cowboy In New York”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__HHZcBswN4

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

“Groovin (Remix)”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTDgWN3ZbNA

“Matagorda” ft. Hogg Booma: https://youtu.be/txX3yRVhJ2c

“Skelz”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_6wE1nOiL4

“15 Missed Calls” ft. Sploosh God: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_6wE1nOiL4

“Opp Or 2” ft. Maxo Kream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FEBBQIevpI

“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

8.16.2024

Fuerza Regida Heads to Harlem in the Video for “Secreto Victoria,” a “Jersey Corrido” from the New Album  Pero No Te Enamores

The Hit New Album is Available Everywhere via Rancho Humilde / Street Mob Records / Sony Music Latin

The Superstar Mexican Music Group Continues to Shine in the Wake of Their New Album, Which Peaked in the Top 5 of Billboard’s Top Latin Albums Chart and in the Top 25 of the Billboard 200

The Announcement:

Fuerza Regida‘s new album Pero No Te Enamores is a daring leap forward for the Mexican music group, incorporating genres like EDM, hip-hop, and Jersey club to create a new signature mix. PNTE highlight “Secreto Victoria“ is one of the most effective examples of their unique blend of “Jersey club,” combining traditional Mexican instrumentation with high-octane club drums to create an unexpected banger. In the brand new video for “Secreto Victoria,” Fuerza frontman Jesus Ortiz Paz (JOP) ventures to Harlem’s legendary Rucker Park to shoot some hoops and romance some beautiful women as angelic as the models used by the titular lingerie brand.

The video comes hot on the heels of video for “NEL,” a dancefloor-ready heater that has spent two weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 and has been charting in YouTube Trending’s Top 10 since its release last weekend (4.4 million views). The video has reached the YouTube Top 20 in several countries, hitting #5 in Mexico and #14 in the USA. “NEL” has also gone viral on TikTok, inspiring over 80k creations since its release.

On Pero No Te Enamores, which translates to “but don’t fall in love,” Fuerza Regida catapult their corridos from the barrio to the club. The group is led in its efforts by velvety-voiced frontman and songwriter JOP, whose appealing rasp helps ground even the most far out flight of fancy with relatable relationship stories and furious flexes. The new album features production from well-known sound architects, including Gordo (fka Carnage) and Synthetic (Lil Uzi Vert’s “Just Wanna Rock”), who help JOP and the rest of the group to get out of their comfort zone and create something new. Featuring guest spots from Maluma, Major Lazer, Alok, Gordo, Afrojack, and Bellakath, Pero No Te Enamores is available to stream everywhere via Rancho Humilde/Street Mob Records/Sony Music Latin

PNTE was a major success at release, peaking at #1 on Apple Music’s All-Genre Albums Chartwithin 24 hours. During its opening week, the album made a major impact on the Billboard charts, landing at #2 on Billboard’s Top Latin Albums Chart and at #23 on the Billboard 200, and placing 8 new songs on Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart, led by “NEL,” which also placed at #91 on the Billboard Hot 100. Three songs from the album landed on the Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart: “SOFIA” ft. Major Lazer & Alok (#20), “KYLIE” (#23) and “FVCK” ft. Afrojack (#30).

Fuerza Regida is currently on the road, performing the “Pero No Te Enamores Tour.” Last weekend, Fuerza Regida headlined Baja Beach Fest, performing an exhilarating set on the shores of the Pacific Ocean. The “Pero No Te Enamores Tour” continues this weekend with shows in Milwaukee and Indianapolis, and resumes in the fall with a flurry of dates.

Pero No Te Enamores tracklist

1. TUQLO
2. NEL
3. SOFIA x Major Lazer x Alok
4. KYLIE
5. BELLA
6. FVCK x Afrojack
7. VALERIA x Maluma x Gordo
8. SECRETO VICTORIA
9. BRITNEY
10. ALE
11. FRESITA x Bellakath
12. FREESTYLE
13. JESUS
14. BELINDA
15. PERO NO TE ENAMORES

Critical Praise:

WINNER: 2023 Billboard Music Awards (“Top Duo/Group”; “Top Latin Duo/Group”)

“Belikeada is a testament to their ability to push boundaries while staying true to their roots, ensuring that that the group remains a reckoning force in the world of Mexican and Mexican-American music” – Billboard

“Fuerza Regida embodies the idea that if you work hard enough, you can achieve your version of the American Dream. This mindset is the subject matter for many of their songs (much of their music is either about the hustle, or the rewards that come from all that hard work). They’re not all talk, either. In the last 12 months, the band has released three albums and has gone on tour across the country.” – Los Angeles Times

“Shakira and Fuerza Regida defend the working class and tell off bad bosses everywhere in the new music video for their joint single ‘El Jefe,’ or ‘The Boss.'” – Variety

Stream Dolido Pero No Arrepentido: spotify | apple

Stream Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada: spotify | apple

Pero No Te Enamores Tour Dates: 
Jul 26         Atlanta, GA                       State Farm Arena
Jul 27         Tampa, FL                        Amalie Arena
Jul 28         Sunrise, FL                      Amerant Bank Arena
Aug 02       Greensboro, NC              Greensboro Coliseum Complex
Aug 03       Washington, D.C.            Capital One Arena
Aug 04       Belmont Park, NY            UBS Arena
Aug 09       Boise, ID                          ExtraMile Arena
Aug 10       Feria Lagos De Moreno   Lagos De Moreno
Aug 11       Rosarito Beach, MX         Baja Beach Fest
Aug 16       Milwaukee, WI                  Fiserv Forum
Aug 17       Indianapolis, IN                Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Aug 30       New Orleans, LA              Smoothie King Center
Sep 01       Tinley Park, IL                   Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre – SOLD OUT
Sep 06       Salt Lake City, UT             Delta Center
Sep 08       Denver, CO                       Ball Arena
Sep 12       Reno, NV                          Reno Events Center
Sep 15       Las Vegas, NV                  T-Mobile Arena
Sep 19       Fort Worth, TX                  Dickes Arena
Sep 20       San Antonio, TX                Frost Bank Center
Sep 21       El Paso, TX                       UTEP Don Haskins Center
Sep 22       Rio Rancho, NM                Rio Rancho Events Center
Sep 28       Anaheim, CA                     Honda Center – SOLD OUT
Sep 29       Palm Desert, CA               Acrisure Arena – SOLD OUT
Oct 05        Sacramento, CA               Golden 1 Center
Oct 11        Leon, MX                          Mega Velaria
Oct 12        Mexico City, MX              Plaza De Toros
Oct 25        Tulsa, OK                         BOK Center
Oct 27        North Charlson, SC        North Charleston Coliseum
Oct 31        Monterrey, MX                Arena Monterrey
Nov 01       Monterrey, MX                Arena Monterrey
Nov 02       Torreon, MX                    Coliseo Centenario
Nov 07       Oaxaca, MX                    Auditorio GNP
Nov 08       Puebla, MX                     Auditorio GNP Seguros
Nov 09       San Luis Potosi, MX       El Domo
Nov 15       Inglewood, CA                Intuit Dome
Nov 16       Inglewood, CA                Intuit Dome – SOLD OUT
Nov 23       Bakersfield, CA               Mechanics Bank Arena
Nov 27       Glendale, AZ                   Desert Diamond Arena
Dec 05       Rosemont, IL                  Allstate Arena
Dec 08       Reading, PA                   The Santander Arena
Dec 15       Nashville, TN                  Bridgestone Arena

Contact:
For Fuerza Regida, please contact:
Kerry Harrison, Audible Treats

Press Portal:
To apply for media credentials for concert coverage:
livenation.com/pressrequests

The Background:

About Fuerza Regida
Mexican regional band Fuerza Regida’s music has taken Mexico by storm , and is also making a big impact on the American charts. The prolific band has released eight albums in three years, with their second album, 2019’s Del Barrio Hasta Aqui, entering the Regional Mexican Charts at #1. Their 2018 single “Sigo Chambeando” has been streamed 300 million times on YouTube and Spotify alone. Singer/songwriter Jesús Ortiz Paz founded Fuerza Regida in 2015, originally to perform covers of their favorite songs. Slowly their fan base grew, and after two years they went viral with an original track called “Radicamos en South Central.” The tune was uploaded to Jesús’s personal YouTube channel and blew up. Jesus also maintains his popular YouTube channel (which boasts nearly 1,000,000 Million subscribers), augmenting Fuerza Regida videos with inventive content. His most recent releases include an EP, Dolido Pero No Arrepentido, that went #1 Global with no features. Currently, Jesús Ortiz Paz is the owner and CEO of Street Mob Records, one of the most important regional Mexican music record labels, which opens the doors to new artists and composers, taking their careers to the highest levels of the entertainment industry.

Links:

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

Jesús Ortiz Paz: instagram
Moises Lopez: instagram
Khrys Ramos: instagram
Pelon Garcia: instagram
Samuelon Jaimez: instagram

“Secreto Victoria”: https://youtu.be/m2KrcQIAoew

“Nel”: https://youtu.be/fZcrCrHnYBw?si=YYRO0dQewAj8g18Q

Pero No Te Enamores: https://fuerzaregida.lnk.to/PERO_NO_TE_ENAMORES

Dolido Pero No Arrepentido: spotify | apple

“CRAZYZ”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EX5WEmTCcgA

Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada: spotify | apple

Buy tickets for Fuerza’s “Pero No Te Enamores” Tour HERE

8.5.2024

ASCENDANT STAR OXLADE SHOWCASES VOCALS IN ACOUSTIC VERSION OF LATEST SINGLE “ARABAMBI”

THE LAGOS NATIVE PREPARES FOR OXLADE FROM AFRICA, HIS UPCOMING DEBUT ALBUM

LISTEN HERE
WATCH HERE

Critical Praise:

“Oxlade’s ‘Ku Lo Sa’ is Big. He’s Thinking Bigger…Though he’s built a respectable repertoire of tender Afrobeats jams since 2018, Oxlade is a recent international sensation, thanks to his viral hit ‘Ku Lo Sa,’ in which he contours his delicate, refined voice around lovelorn pleas.” – Rolling Stone

“A minor-key Afrobeats groove with little guitar curlicues sums up the mood: sleek and resigned.” – The New York Times on “Intoxycated” ft. Dave

“Oxlade is one of the biggest Afrobeats singers with more than 290,000 videos using his song ‘Ku Lo Sa’ on TikTok alone.” – BBC

“Oxlade has become a force in Afrobeats this past year.” – UPROXX

“Oxlade’s sultry voice was first introduced on his big break, Blaqbonez’s ‘Mamiwota,’ and from that moment it was apparent that Nigerian music had another star on its hands. It was a performance that helped change the tide towards mid and low-tempo songs in mainstream Nigerian music. It was only a matter of time before Oxlade proved to the world that he was a force to be reckoned with, and a special talent among the new guard of Afrobeats stars.” – OkayAfrica

“Ku Lo Sa” is one of The Best Afrobeats Songs of 2022 – OkayAfrica

The Acoustic Version:

(August 2, 2024) Rising Afropop star Oxlade impresses with his vocals and musicality on “Arabambi” (Acoustic), a stripped-down version of his latest single. In the new acoustic version of the single, a love song that blends Afrobeats, R&B, and pop, Oxlade leads a 7-person ensemble, featuring acoustic guitar, 6-string bass, cajon percussion, violin, and three background vocalists. Wearing a stylish yellow suit, Oxlade stuns with his textured vocals, expressing the yearning lyrics through his astonishing falsetto.

Listen to “Arabambi” (Acoustic) HERE
Watch the music video HERE

Released earlier this summer in its full version, “Arabambi” is a single from Oxlade’s debut album Oxlade From Africa, which arrives this fall.
About the track, Oxlade says “Arabambi means ‘the child of the people,’ “the community gave birth to this child”, “the one.” It’s also the nickname of K1 De Ultimate, an iconic Nigerian Fuji musician. The melody is inspired by the American singer Miguel and the way he uses his vocals. It’s a love song but it’s still me in my braggadocious elements. It is the original song I was meant to perform for COLORSxSTUDIOS before I swapped it for ‘Ku Lo Sa.’” 

“Arabambi” is the latest release from Oxlade From Africa, Oxlade’s upcoming debut album, following “Intoxycated“, the red hot collaboration with UK rap star Dave as well as his two-pack single KATIGORI/PIANO. A smooth single that dissects the modern language of love, “Intoxycated” reached the Top 50 of the UK official charts, garnered coverage in The New York Times, and earned Hottest Record distinction from BBC Radio 1. The album continues the momentum from Oxlade’s massive 2022 hit, “Ku Lo Sa“, which racked up over 541 million global streams.

Oxlade’s rise to mainstream recognition continued in full force last year with a nomination for Best Afrobeats Song at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards. Oxlade’s BBMA nomination followed a strong showing at the 2023 Headie Awards, where he received four nominations including Best Song Of The Year and Best Recording Of The Year. Just before, Oxlade raised his profile with incredible live performances, including a performance with Usher at the Global Citizen Festival in Ghana, and a performance alongside Wizkid at the Accor Arena in France.

This month, Oxlade prepares to perform concerts in Europe. On August 9th, Ox travels to Portugal to perform at Sudoeste Festival, and heads to Nice on August 13th. Stay tuned for more information about Oxlade’s shows soon.

Oxlade From Africa arrives Fall 2024 via Epic Records.

LISTEN TO “ARABAMBI” HERE
WATCH “ARABAMBI” MUSIC VIDEO HERE

Artwork here // All assets here

For more info about Oxlade, please contact:
Michelle McDevitt, Audible Treats
Destiny Riley, Audible Treats
Derek Shannon, Epic Records

About Oxlade:

Born Ikuforiji Abdulrahman Olaitan and raised in Lagos, Oxlade started his musical journey in the choir, then releasing his first songs on Soundcloud back in 2017. He caught the attention of Nigerian fans the following year with the release of his debut single “Shugar“. Oxlade’s international glow started in 2020 with his single “Away,” making it to Rolling Stone’s “Top 50 songs of the year 2020” and getting praised by Drake.

The 26-year-old native of Lagos scored a global hit last year when he revealed an intimate performance of his song “Ku Lo Sa” on COLORSxSTUDIO. The green-tinted video was a massive success, generating over 77 million YouTube views, making it the most-watched COLORSxSTUDIO video in the past four years. “Ku Lo Sa” catapulted on its YouTube momentum to become a global hit: charting in across 61 countries on Apple Music and 23 markets on Spotify, peaking in the Top 10 in the UK’s Hip-Hop/R&B chart and peaking at #5 on Billboard’s U.S. Afrobeats chart, and reaching #11 on Billboard’s Year-End U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart. Oxlade welcomed Camila Cabello for the official “Ku Lo Sa” (Remix), and its sultry music video. “Ku Lo Sa” is nominated for “Best Afrobeats Song” a the 2023 Billboard Music Awards.

Oxlade went on with “Intoxycated“, a red hot collaboration with UK rap star Dave which reached the Top 50 of the UK official charts, garnered coverage in The New York Times, and earned Hottest Record distinction from BBC Radio 1.

Links:

instagram | youtube | spotify | tiktok | apple | audiomack

“Arabambi” (Acoustic): https://oxlade.lnk.to/arabambiacoustic / https://youtu.be/d06DsiAfYNU

“Arabambi”: https://oxlade.lnk.to/ARABAMBI

“KATIGORI” Music Video: https://youtu.be/tQ7zd5A6lQI

KATIGORI/PIANO EP: https://oxlade.lnk.to/KATIGORI-PIANO

“Intoxycated” ft. Dave: https://oxlade.lnk.to/.intoxycated

“Ovami” ft. Flavour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GN8Yn0s4kJM

“Ku Lo Sa” (A COLORS Show): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pDQjwaH3qk

“Ku Lo Sa” (Remix) ft. Camila Cabello: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcIkmPU9reU

8.5.2024

Fuerza Regida’s Pero No Te Enamores Makes Its Mark on the Billboard Charts, Debuting at #2 on Latin Albums and #23 on the Billboard 200

Focus Track “NEL” Debuts at #91 on the Hot 100

The New Album is Available Everywhere via Rancho Humilde / Street Mob Records / Sony Music Latin

A Stylistic Leap Forward for the Superstar Outfit, the New Album Coins the New Genre “Jersey Corridos,” and Welcomes a Variety of Guests

The Announcement:

Fuerza Regida‘s new album Pero No Te Enamores was a daring leap forward for the band, and it looks like the risk paid off. The new album has made a major impact on the Billboard charts, landing at #2 on Billboard’s Top Latin Albums Chart and at #23 on the Billboard 200. The album, which blends corridos with genres like EDM, hip-hop and Jersey club, landed 8 new songs on Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart, led by focus track “NEL,” which also placed at #91 on the Billboard Hot 100. Three songs from the album landed on the Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart: “SOFIA” ft. Major Lazer & Alok (#20), “KYLIE” (#23) and “FVCK” ft. Afrojack (#30). Fuerza’s chart success follows its opening weekend success, when the album climbed to #1 on Apple Music’s All-Genre Albums chart. Fuerza Regida was only the third-ever Latin artist to reach #1 on the All-Genre Albums chart for two consecutive albums, following Bad Bunny and Karol G.

On Pero No Te Enamores, which translates to “but don’t fall in love,” Fuerza Regida catapult their corridos from the barrio to the club, weaving in elements of multiple high-energy genres into a singular mix. The group is led in its efforts by velvety-voiced frontman and songwriter Jesus Ortiz Paz, whose appealing rasp helps ground even the most far out flight of fancy with relatable relationship stories and furious flexes. The new album features production from well-known sound architects, including Gordo (fka Carnage) and Synthetic (Lil Uzi Vert’s “Just Wanna Rock”), who help JOP and the rest of the group to get out of their comfort zone and create something new. Featuring guest spots from Maluma, Major Lazer, Alok, Gordo, Afrojack, and Bellakath, Pero No Te Enamores is available to stream everywhere via Rancho Humilde/Street Mob Records/Sony Music Latin

Fuerza Regida is currently on the road, performing the “Pero No Te Enamores Tour,” which just made a stop at UBS Arena in New York and continues this weekend with a headlining slot at Baja Beach Fest. The tour continues throughout this summer and fall, performing dozens of dates including two sold out dates at the brand new Intuit Dome in Inglewood, CA.

Stream Pero No Te Enamores HERE
All Pero No Te Enamores press assets HERE
Read more information about PNTE HERE
Buy tickets for the “Pero No Te Enamores Tour” HERE

Pero No Te Enamores tracklist

1. TUQLO
2. NEL
3. SOFIA x Major Lazer x Alok
4. KYLIE
5. BELLA
6. FVCK x Afrojack
7. VALERIA x Maluma x Gordo
8. SECRETO VICTORIA
9. BRITNEY
10. ALE
11. FRESITA x Bellakath
12. FREESTYLE
13. JESUS
14. BELINDA
15. PERO NO TE ENAMORES

Critical Praise:

WINNER: 2023 Billboard Music Awards (“Top Duo/Group”; “Top Latin Duo/Group”)

“Belikeada is a testament to their ability to push boundaries while staying true to their roots, ensuring that that the group remains a reckoning force in the world of Mexican and Mexican-American music” – Billboard

“Fuerza Regida embodies the idea that if you work hard enough, you can achieve your version of the American Dream. This mindset is the subject matter for many of their songs (much of their music is either about the hustle, or the rewards that come from all that hard work). They’re not all talk, either. In the last 12 months, the band has released three albums and has gone on tour across the country.” – Los Angeles Times

“Shakira and Fuerza Regida defend the working class and tell off bad bosses everywhere in the new music video for their joint single ‘El Jefe,’ or ‘The Boss.'” – Variety

Stream Dolido Pero No Arrepentido: spotify | apple

Stream Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada: spotify | apple

Pero No Te Enamores Tour Dates: 
Jul 26         Atlanta, GA                       State Farm Arena
Jul 27         Tampa, FL                        Amalie Arena
Jul 28         Sunrise, FL                      Amerant Bank Arena
Aug 02       Greensboro, NC              Greensboro Coliseum Complex
Aug 03       Washington, D.C.            Capital One Arena
Aug 04       Belmont Park, NY            UBS Arena
Aug 09       Boise, ID                          ExtraMile Arena
Aug 10       Feria Lagos De Moreno   Lagos De Moreno
Aug 11       Rosarito Beach, MX         Baja Beach Fest
Aug 16       Milwaukee, WI                  Fiserv Forum
Aug 17       Indianapolis, IN                Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Aug 30       New Orleans, LA              Smoothie King Center
Sep 01       Tinley Park, IL                   Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre – SOLD OUT
Sep 06       Salt Lake City, UT             Delta Center
Sep 08       Denver, CO                       Ball Arena
Sep 12       Reno, NV                          Reno Events Center
Sep 15       Las Vegas, NV                  T-Mobile Arena
Sep 19       Fort Worth, TX                  Dickes Arena
Sep 20       San Antonio, TX                Frost Bank Center
Sep 21       El Paso, TX                       UTEP Don Haskins Center
Sep 22       Rio Rancho, NM                Rio Rancho Events Center
Sep 28       Anaheim, CA                     Honda Center – SOLD OUT
Sep 29       Palm Desert, CA               Acrisure Arena – SOLD OUT
Oct 05        Sacramento, CA               Golden 1 Center
Oct 11        Leon, MX                          Mega Velaria
Oct 12        Mexico City, MX              Plaza De Toros
Oct 25        Tulsa, OK                         BOK Center
Oct 27        North Charlson, SC        North Charleston Coliseum
Oct 31        Monterrey, MX                Arena Monterrey
Nov 01       Monterrey, MX                Arena Monterrey
Nov 02       Torreon, MX                    Coliseo Centenario
Nov 07       Oaxaca, MX                    Auditorio GNP
Nov 08       Puebla, MX                     Auditorio GNP Seguros
Nov 09       San Luis Potosi, MX       El Domo
Nov 15       Inglewood, CA                Intuit Dome
Nov 16       Inglewood, CA                Intuit Dome – SOLD OUT
Nov 23       Bakersfield, CA               Mechanics Bank Arena
Nov 27       Glendale, AZ                   Desert Diamond Arena
Dec 05       Rosemont, IL                  Allstate Arena
Dec 08       Reading, PA                   The Santander Arena
Dec 15       Nashville, TN                  Bridgestone Arena

Contact:
For Fuerza Regida, please contact:
Kerry Harrison, Audible Treats

Press Portal:
To apply for media credentials for concert coverage:
livenation.com/pressrequests

The Background:

About Fuerza Regida
Mexican regional band Fuerza Regida’s music has taken Mexico by storm , and is also making a big impact on the American charts. The prolific band has released eight albums in three years, with their second album, 2019’s Del Barrio Hasta Aqui, entering the Regional Mexican Charts at #1. Their 2018 single “Sigo Chambeando” has been streamed 300 million times on YouTube and Spotify alone. Singer/songwriter Jesús Ortiz Paz founded Fuerza Regida in 2015, originally to perform covers of their favorite songs. Slowly their fan base grew, and after two years they went viral with an original track called “Radicamos en South Central.” The tune was uploaded to Jesús’s personal YouTube channel and blew up. Jesus also maintains his popular YouTube channel (which boasts nearly 1,000,000 Million subscribers), augmenting Fuerza Regida videos with inventive content. His most recent releases include an EP, Dolido Pero No Arrepentido, that went #1 Global with no features. Currently, Jesús Ortiz Paz is the owner and CEO of Street Mob Records, one of the most important regional Mexican music record labels, which opens the doors to new artists and composers, taking their careers to the highest levels of the entertainment industry.

Links:

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

Jesús Ortiz Paz: instagram
Moises Lopez: instagram
Khrys Ramos: instagram
Pelon Garcia: instagram
Samuelon Jaimez: instagram

Pero No Te Enamores: https://fuerzaregida.lnk.to/PERO_NO_TE_ENAMORES

Dolido Pero No Arrepentido: spotify | apple

“CRAZYZ”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EX5WEmTCcgA

Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada: spotify | apple

Buy tickets for Fuerza’s “Pero No Te Enamores” Tour HERE

8.5.2024

Video: Jay Fizzle – “Bottom Boy Survivor” ft. JpOnThaTrack

The PRE Rapper Heads Home to The Memphis Streets That Shaped Him In the Latest Video From Who Is Grizzape

Critical Praise:

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

“Choosing some of the more interesting production to rhyme over, Jay Fizzle’s frankness and the flows he has on tap keep him in the convo as the whole city takes off.” – XXL Mag

“10 Rappers You Should Know Right Now” – DJ Booth

“The tape serves as both a testament to Memphis’ current rap preeminence and Fizzle’s own dexterity. He saves perhaps the hardest for last on the tape, attacking a looped vocal sample and towering percussion with ferocity.” – DJ Booth

“Jay Fizzle is a master of the searing street rap that serves as the bass-booming heart of Memphis music.” – The Hype Magazine

Fuerza Regida is currently on the road, performing the “Pero No Te Enamores Tour,” which just made a stop at UBS Arena in New York and continues this weekend with a headlining slot at Baja Beach Fest. The tour continues throughout this summer and fall, performing dozens of dates including two sold out dates at the brand new Intuit Dome in Inglewood, CA.

The Video:

Igniting Memphis with his streetwise raps and drawling flow, Jay Fizzle never fails to keep it real. Today, he shares the video for “Bottom Boy Survivor” ft. JpOnThaTrack, a highlight from last month’s Who Is Grizzape. Over cinematic production from Billboard charting producer JpOnThaTrack, Fizzle unleashes raw street stories, reflecting on how far he’s come and the lessons he’s learned along the way: “Cut off some n****s ‘cuz n****s start showin’ me fake love / Jump off the porch, yeah I been on the Paper Route.” In the video, directed by Wolfe Productions, Fizzle and his crew visit Memphis’ Westwood neighborhood, where he stunts in front of a mural depicting his mentor Young Dolph

Who Is Grizzape is a feast of no-holds-barred Memphis music, establishing Jay Fizzle as one of the finest spittas in his city. Project highlight “Front And Back Pocket” features a slowed sample of Young Dolph, from the 2015 song “Boyz In The Hood,” and guest spots from PRE cohorts Big Moochie Grape and Kenny Muney, while he expertly plays the lothario in the Ayoza-produced “Mr. Freaky Man.” Fizzle welcomes collaborators like his PRE compadre Key Glock, who joins him on “No Mo,” which also includes a posthumous verse from Big Scarr, and Memphis diva Kashh Mir hops on “Opp B*tch.” Who Is Grizzape is available to stream everywhere via Paper Route Empire.

Fizzle’s Who Is Grizzape continues a strong run for the Memphis rap mainstay. Last year, he shared his album F*CK BEING FAMOUS, which featured guest spots from 03 Greedo and fellow PRE soldiers Key Glock and SNUPE BANDZ. He paid tribute to his favorite Ninja Turtle, who he honors with a chain around his neck, with 2022’s DonaFizzo, which featured street hits like “Standing On Top Of Sh*t” ft. Key Glock and the heartfelt tribute “Long Live Dolph” ft. Ricco Barrino.

With Who Is Grizzape out now, Fizzle digs deep into his mastery of Memphis music and delivers a set for the Tennessee trap heads. Sit back and watch him rise to the top of his city’s busy scene.

Watch “Bottom Boy Survivor”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aCHPl8gvI1s

Stream Who Is Grizzape: https://music.empi.re/whoisgrizzape

Who Is Grizzape? tracklist

1. Who Is Grizzape
2. Blue Takis
3. 6AM
4. Letter To My Demon
5. No Mo ft. Key Glock & Big Scarr
6. Mr. Freaky Man (Prod. by Ayoza)
7. Front And Back Pocket
8. My Time
9. Opp B*tch ft. Kashh Mir & Baby Mama #10
10. Hot N Ready
11. Bottom Boy Survivor
12. Stand On It

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

Links:

instagram | twitter | youtube

“Bottom Boy Survivor”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aCHPl8gvI1s

“Front & Back Pockets” ft. Big Moochie Grape & Kenny Muney: https://youtu.be/_Rsbd5PcOCE

Who Is Grizzape: https://music.empi.re/whoisgrizzape

“Hot N Ready”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_p3dQfEE6w

“Still The Same” ft. 03 Greedo: https://youtu.be/-0lRpfdMdjQ

“YBR”: https://youtu.be/s_FcTuNO5wk?si=8x21T50Ab9P21txE

“Built For This”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlQuNmNpR1E

“F*ck Being Famous”: https://youtu.be/elfxVnsJoz4

“Back Breaker”: https://youtu.be/HiSCdeIf7k0?si=T-Z1uYh6uOTDC8Rh

“Good Fellas” ft. SNUPE BANDZ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrZgXFlIQao

F*CK BEING FAMOUS: https://music.empi.re/fuckbeingfamous

“Dickie Set”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQPegPB1c3U

“Been Going Crazy”: https://youtu.be/eGHHMr709HU / https://music.empi.re/crazyjay

“Nike Check”: https://youtu.be/c88QI8n7lcE

“King Sh*t”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmhoR5Kh4Wo

“Granny Happy”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rp6b6FQtO0o

“Gucci Mane”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bs5wdrUdqgk

DonaFizzo (Deluxe): https://music.empi.re/donafizzodeluxe

“Won’t Cost Sh*t”: https://youtu.be/8Ws-gD-TTJE

“Dust Town Livin” ft. Big Scarr & Big Moochie Grape: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AsMCkMH65Ys

DonaFizzo: https://music.empi.re/donafizzo

“Atmosphere”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4h0abrTxOE

“Standing On Top Of Sh*t” ft. Key Glock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40_4__6mKYM

Paper Route Empire Presents: Long Live Dolph: https://music.empi.re/longliveyoungdolph

PAPER ROUTE iLLUMINATi: https://music.empi.re/preilluminati

8.5.2024

Album: BIGBABYGUCCI – Baby 5

The Prolific Charlotte Artist Shares A Carefully Curated Collection of Some of His Most Sonically Diverse Tracks to Date

Critical Praise:

“On ‘Need Anotha Party,’ BIGBABYGUCCI and KillBunk adjust their flows to this chopped, smoothed and sanded bossanova production.” – NPR

“He sings smooth and velvety melodies” – Lyrical Lemonade

“BIGBABYGUCCI has been one of the most consistent underground artists in the past few years.” – OnesToWatch

“BIGBABYGUCCI sounds rejuvenated thanks in large part to excellent production from Dream Awake, jackpott and more.” – HipHopDX

The Song:

Growing a cult following over his near-decade-long career, BIGBABYGUCCI is one of the most prolific and highly-respected underground artists of his generation. Ready to take his career to the next level with a newfound sense of growth and maturity, the 27-year-old artist shares Baby 5, his new album. The 22-track effort is BIGBABYGUCCI’s first project of 2024 and is the product of nearly a year’s worth of careful curation, the longest he has ever spent working on an album. Gucci described the meaning behind the album: “’Baby 5′ was inspired by life. Throughout this project you will hear my experiences on life at its highest and it’s lowest.”

Inspired by shows like Tyler the Creator’s Loiter Squad, the project finds BIGBABYGUCCI building an immersive world around his “Baby 5” persona. The album transitions from phase to phase and sound to sound, creating a sonic journey through hyper-rap, alternative hip-hop, R&B, and more. Tracks like the in-your-face “Oxy Queen” and the ruthless “Local Member” are a testament to Gucci’s facility for creating high-energy records, while elsewhere on the project, the Charlotte hero shows off a more sophisticated sound. Bringing layered samples and refined instrumentals, Gucci reveals his most vulnerable lyrics to date on tracks like “Instagram” and “Tequila,” diving into topics like heartbreak, unconditional love, and more. He continues to fine-tune his supernatural sense of melody  on R&B-inspired tracks like the extraterrestrial “Chanel/Solar” and the Bryant Barnes-featuring “Phony Girl.” Home to previously released singles “Captain Crashout,” “Pink Sprite,” “You A Joke,” and “Balenciaga Store Closed,” Baby 5 is available everywhere now via OneRPM.

Along with the project, BIGBABYGUCCI shares the music video for “Captain Crashout,” one of the album’s most high energy anthems. The video brings to life Gucci’s reckless, unfazed lyrics, finding him racing through the streets of Los Angeles in a BMW and showing his haters what happens if they cross him.

Baby 5 is BIGBABYGUCCI’s first official project of 2024, following a busy 2023 in which he released four standalone albums. An extremely prolific artist, the Charlotte native has been buzzing in the underground since his debut 2016 project A F*cking Mixtape, now renamed ART HOE Collection on streaming services. At the age of 18, he established what would become 1500Forever, a collective of artists, producers, filmmakers, photographers, and designers, all whom he would eventually meet through Twitter, which fueled his creative energy into multiple new projects, including his breakout mixtape Romance Isn’t Dead. BIGBABYGUCCI eventually went on to release “Drop Top Lexus” (17.8M Spotify streams), his biggest song to date. His cult following grew even larger with hits like 2020’s “Can’t Feel Shit” (7.8M Spotify streams) and 2021’s “Seeing Ghosts” (4.3M streams).

With Baby 5 on the way, it’s only a matter of time before BIGBABYGUCCI is a household name. Watch the young rapper as he raises his game in his hometown of Charlotte and beyond.

Stream Baby 5: https://onerpm.link/baby5

Watch “Captain Crashout”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiAxdz_RDPk

Buy BIGBABYGUCCI Tour Tix: http://amgmusic.org/baby5tour

Please contact Michelle or Alexandra for more info.

Baby 5 Tracklist
1. News
2. Belong to Us
3. 5 Star Dinner ft. MDMA
4. Dirt on It
5. Captain Crashout
6. Oxy Queen
7. Mark Zuckerberg
8. Pink Sprite
9. Temporary
10. Stop Tryna Read My Mind
11. Phony Girl ft. Bryant Barnes
12. Instagram
13. I’m That Type ft. Frais
14. Chris Tucker (Comedian)
15. Local Member
16. No Photos Please
17. Tequila
18. Chanel/Solar
19. You A Joke
20. These Days
21. Slime Flow
22. Pink Runtz

Links:

instagram | spotify | youtube | soundcloud

Baby 5: https://onerpm.link/baby5

“Captain Crashout”: https://onerpm.link/captaincrashout / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiAxdz_RDPk

“Pink Sprite”: https://onerpm.link/pinksprite

“You A Joke”: https://onerpm.link/youajoke

“Balenciaga Store Closed”: https://onerpm.link/balenciagastoreclosed

8.5.2024

Young Dolph’s Paper Route Empire Announces “PRE Takeover,” a Fast Finish to 2024 With Several New Releases, Including Key Glock’s GLOCKAVELI, Out Sept 13

The Label Announces September 2nd Car Show in Memphis, Featuring Key Glock and DJ Envy

Following Longest-Tenured PRE Signee Jay Fizzle’s Who Is Grizzape Album, the Label Announces Upcoming Projects Key Glock, Big Moochie Grape, Kenny Muney, and More

The Announcement:

UPDATE: An earlier version of this release included incorrect versions of album artwork. Please use the album artwork included in this release. Additionally, more albums have been added to the “PRE Takeover,” including new releases by Key Glock, Big Unccc, and Paper Route Woo.

Last week, Paper Route Empire celebrated their co-founder Young Dolph on his 39th birthday. Dedicated to keeping his spirit alive, Paper Route Empire announces the “PRE Takeover,” a late 2024 blitz of new releases. PRE’s upcoming releases include Key Glock‘s GLOCKAVELI, coming September 13th, Big Moochie Grape’s Eat Or Get Ate 2, Kenny Muney’s The Blue Seasons (Deluxe), SNUPE BANDZ’s 1900 Bloc, Paper Route Woo’s Slime Dunkin’, Big Unccc‘s Young Rich Villain: Incarcerated, and ChiTana’s Explain Through Pain. Paper Route Empire also announces Paper Route iLLLUMINATi 2, their second label compilation tape. The announcement arrives after Jay Fizzle’s new album, Who Is Grizzape, home to “Front & Back Pockets,” a collaboration between Fizzle, Kenny, and Moochie that features a sample from Young Dolph’s 2015 song “Boyz in da Hood.” 

PRE announces “Love For The Streets Car Show: Let’s Go Edition,” the next edition of their annual car show, hosted by Key Glock and DJ Envy. Named after Key Glock’s Hot 100-charting hit “Let’s Go,” the car show features the impressive fleet of cars owned by Young Dolph, Key Glock, and DJ Envy, and invites other car enthusiasts to display their finest automobiles. One randomly-selected ticket buyer will win a brand new Tesla Model Y, custom painted in “Glock Yellow.” “Love For The Streets Car Show: Let’s Go Edition” takes place at the Renasant Convention Center in Memphis on September 2nd. Stay tuned for ticket info and more details.

Paper Route Empire has been having another banner year in 2024. Key Glock continues his rise to stardom, recently finishing a tour that included a sold out show at the 10,000 capacity Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado. His 2023 hit “Let’s Go” has climbed to new heights, especially after a new remix featuring Young Dolph reached #59 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking a career high for Glock, and reached the Top 20 of Billboard’s Hot R&B/Hip-Hop singles chart. Glock’s PRE associates have kept busy as well, including Kenny Muney who shared his album The Blue Seasons earlier this year. In recognition of the label’s accomplishments, co-Founder and co-CEO Jermel “Daddyo” Moore was named a 2024 Indie Power Player by Billboard Magazine. Together, Paper Route Empire have continued to achieve Young Dolph’s ambitions, becoming one of the premier institutions in Southern Hip-Hop.

Car show tickets and info here: http://loveforthestreetscarshow.com/

Listen to Jay Fizzle’s new album Who Is Grizzape: https://music.empi.re/whoisgrizzape

Watch Key Glock’s action-packed video for “Let’s Go”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lccI0Hp_7PY

Listen to “Let’s Go” (Remix) ft. Young Dolph: https://music.empi.re/letsgodolph

PRE’s Upcoming Releases:

• Key Glock – GLOCKAVELI
• Big Moochie Grape – Eat Or Get Ate 2
• Kenny Muney – The Blue Seasons (Deluxe)
• SNUPE BANDZ – 1900 Bloc
• Paper Route Woo – Slime Dunkin’
• ChiTana – Explain Through Pain
• Big Unccc – Young Rich Villain: Incarcerated
• Paper Route Empire – Paper Route iLLUMINATi 2

Key Glock – GLOCKAVELI (coming September 13th)

Big Moochie Grape – Eat Or Get Ate 2 (coming soon)

Jay Fizzle – Who Is Grizzape (out now)

Kenny Muney – The Blue Seasons (Deluxe) (coming soon)

SNUPE BANDZ – 1900 Bloc (coming soon)

Paper Route Woo – Slime Dunkin’ (coming soon)

ChiTana – Explain Through Pain (coming soon)

Big Unccc – Young Rich Villains: Incarcerated (coming soon)

Paper Route Empire – Paper Route iLLUMINATi 2 (coming soon)

Please contact Michelle, Destiny, or Chris for more info.

Links:

Paper Route Empire: instagram | official site

“Front & Back Pockets” ft. Big Moochie Grape & Kenny Muney: https://youtu.be/_Rsbd5PcOCE

Who Is Grizzape: https://music.empi.re/whoisgrizzape

8.5.2024

Single: Eem Triplin – “FIJI” ft. Cruza

The 23-Year-Old Artist/Producer Connects With GRAMMY-Winning Producer Dahi and Rising R&B Group Cruza for a Flirtatious and Ethereal New Single, His First From His Upcoming Debut Album

Critical Praise:

“I’ve slowly begun to play his lush and melodic singles like ‘Awkward Freestyle’ and ‘Just Friends?’ every damn day. They’re short, sweet, and addictive—and so is his newest song, ‘Let You Know.'” – Pitchfork

“Eem Triplin approaches music like a sculptor: Each song is a slab of marble ready for him to chip away at, until it resembles the masterpiece in his head.” – The FADER

“Best New Artist…With a thunderous style of production, Eem possesses an innate ability to construct expansive, captivating soundscapes.” – Pigeons & Planes

“Eem cuts through the haze of “Walked In” with his signature rasp and infectious lyrics.” – Billboard

“There’s an addictive quality to his songs, whether they’re the polished pluggnb that got him noticed or something a little blunter” – The FADER

“…The perfect lines to get stuck in your head for days on end.” – Lyrical Lemonade

“…one of the new wave’s most talented dual threats.” – Our Generation Music

“Eem is a true visionary, building worlds with his releases with not only impressive musical talents but being able to get out eye-catching visuals with consistent aesthetics and color schemes. ” – Daily Chiefers

The Song:

Eem Triplin delivers tales of love and loss through his trademark rasp and melodies that cut straight to the soul. Sipping Henny and spitting game, the 23-year-old artist and producer masters the art of the gentle flex with “FIJI,” his new single. Produced by Eem, along with GRAMMY-winning producer Dahi (Kendrick Lamar, SZA) and AJ Thomas (Cruza’s producer), “FIJI” ambles along with liquid keys and tinkering percussion, providing a bed for Eem’s mischievous vocals and devil-may-care, double time rhymes: “Ever since she got her heart broke/Gigi never wanna see me/Outside takin’ shots/Drinkin’ Hennessy like it’s the Fiji/If you down, take around/Baby, you could call me when you need me,” he lilts. The song arose out of an in-studio collaboration between Eem, Dahi, and rising R&B group Cruza, whose singer Adam Kain contributes a softly sung verse that illustrates the yearning that belies Eem’s hedonistic lifestyle.

“FIJI” arrives as Eem Triplin is featured on New Music Daily on Apple Music, as the playlist’s current cover star, alongside a brand new interview with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe. “FIJI” is the first glimpse of Eem Triplin’s upcoming debut album, releasing this fall. Earlier this year, the Johnstown, PA-born artist earned acclaim for his single “stephanie,” along with its music video, carrying over momentum from his breakout year in 2023.

2023 was a year of leveling up for Eem Triplin, as he performed several sold out dates, shut it down at festivals like Rolling Loud Miami and Clout Festival and Splash! Festival overseas, and released STILL PRETTY, his debut EP. Spanning 7 tracks, and featuring production contributions from DJ Dahi, the STILL PRETTY EP features fan favorite singles like “WALKED IN,” “TELL ME I’M RIGHT,” and “What Da Opp Said.” After touring as direct support for LUCKI and $NOT earlier in the year, Eem played his first-ever headlining show in his hometown of Johnstown, Pennsylvania in July,  as 1,500 fans greeted him with an ecstatic reception–many fans lined up hours early to get a great spot, and others enthusiastically crowd-surfed as Eem did his thing on stage. Eem then set out on his debut, headline tour STILL PRETTY North American Tour – selling 11,000 tickets across 21 shows (90% sell out). Eem closed out the year by releasing two new songs, “YEAH YEAH” and “Allocate.”

With his debut album on the way, Eem looks to continue his upward trajectory that started with viral singles like “AWKWARD FREESTYLE” and “JUST FRIENDS.” With hundreds of millions of streams to date, Eem Triplin is only just beginning to realize his vast potential. Stay tuned.

Stream “FIJI” ft. Cruza: https://eemtriplin.lnk.to/fiji

The Background:

Born and raised in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, a community of roughly 18,000 located near Pittsburgh, Eem started his career as a producer, creating and selling beats online, producing songs for artists like $NOT and T9ine, including the latter’s fan favorite tracks “BENZO” and “Revenge.” Eem’s success as a producer fueled his desire to become an artist in his own right. His career as an artist kicked into high gear when he shared “AWKWARD FREESTYLE,” a self-produced, personality-filled song that used elements of Tyler, The Creator’s 2013 song “Awkward.” The song quickly went viral, inspiring thousands of TikTok creations, generating millions of streams on all platforms, and eventually reaching the ears of Tyler himself, who gave the song his enthusiastic co-sign.

Since then, Eem scored follow-up hits like “JUST FRIENDS?” and “LOUIE V,” generated multiple viral moments at Rolling Loud Festival, and drew the attention of the Johnstown newspaper, The Tribune-Democrat, who profiled the local hero and captured his community’s excitement about his success. With millions of streams on his catalog per week, the 22-year-old Eem Triplin has a shot to become one of his generation’s biggest stars.

Links:

instagram | spotify | youtube | soundcloud | tiktok | twitter

“FIJI” ft. Cruza: https://eemtriplin.lnk.to/fiji

“stephanie”: https://eemtriplin.lnk.to/stephanie / https://eemtriplin.lnk.to/stephanie/youtube

“YEAH YEAH!” video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyAmjvqO7B0

“YEAH YEAH!” / “ALLOCATE”: https://eemtriplin.lnk.to/YEAHYEAH

“WHAT DA OPP SAID”: https://youtu.be/7_vMr0fD1hI

Buy tickets to see Eem Triplin on Tour: eemtriplin.com

“WHAT DA OPP SAID”: https://youtu.be/7_vMr0fD1hI

STILL PRETTY EP: https://eemtriplin.lnk.to/STILLPRETTY

“WALKED IN”: https://youtu.be/andmP6k87NY / https://ffm.to/walked__in

“TELL ME IM RIGHT”: https://eemtriplin.lnk.to/TMIR

“LET YOU KNOW” ft. $NOT: https://ffm.to/letyouknoww / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xO-glPvhCQI
 
“AWKWARD FREESTYLE”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLQl5IX_G80

7.30.2024

Video: Jay Fizzle – “Front & Back Pockets” ft. Kenny Muney & Big Moochie Grape

Jay Fizzle Forms a Paper Route Empire Trifecta with Big Moochie Grape and Kenny Muney in the Latest Video From His New Album, Who Is Grizzape

Critical Praise:

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

“Choosing some of the more interesting production to rhyme over, Jay Fizzle’s frankness and the flows he has on tap keep him in the convo as the whole city takes off.” – XXL Mag

“10 Rappers You Should Know Right Now” – DJ Booth

“The tape serves as both a testament to Memphis’ current rap preeminence and Fizzle’s own dexterity. He saves perhaps the hardest for last on the tape, attacking a looped vocal sample and towering percussion with ferocity.” – DJ Booth

“Jay Fizzle is a master of the searing street rap that serves as the bass-booming heart of Memphis music.” – The Hype Magazine

The Video:

Representing for Paper Route Empire for nearly a decade, Jay Fizzle is following in his mentor Young Dolph’s footsteps. Recruiting two of his brethren to re-assert PRE’s position as Memphis premier rap label, Fizzle shares “Front & Back Pockets,” his new video. A highlight from the new album, Who Is Grizzape, “Front & Back Pockets” finds Fizzle trading verses with his PRE cohorts Kenny Muney and Big Moochie Grape, as the rappers form a three-headed hydra over a beat that samples Dolph’s 2015 song “Boyz In The Hood.” In the video, the Tennessee trio shoots dice and counts cash, saluting Flippa the only way they know how.

Who Is Grizzape is a feast of no-holds-barred Memphis music, bringing drawly DGAF flexes and tongue-twisting bars that establish Jay Fizzle as one of the finest spittas in his city. Bass-heavy banger “Blue Takis” explains how he’s “lit like a camera”; single “Hot N Ready” simmers with the southern soul that has animated Memphis since the days of 8Ball & MJG; “Front And Back Pocket” features a slowed sample of his mentor Young Dolph, from the 2015 song “Boyz In The Hood“; and Fizzle expertly plays the lothario in the Ayoza-produced “Mr. Freaky Man.” Fizzle welcomes collaborators like his PRE compadre Key Glock, who joins him on “No Mo,” which also includes a posthumous verse from Big Scarr, and Memphis diva Kashh Mir hops on “Opp B*tch.” Who Is Grizzape is available to stream everywhere via Paper Route Empire.

Fizzle’s Who Is Grizzape continues a strong run for the Memphis rap mainstay. Last year, he shared his album F*CK BEING FAMOUS, which featured guest spots from 03 Greedo and fellow PRE soldiers Key Glock and SNUPE BANDZ. He paid tribute to his favorite Ninja Turtle, who he honors with a chain around his neck, with 2022’s DonaFizzo, which featured street hits like “Standing On Top Of Sh*t” ft. Key Glock and the heartfelt tribute “Long Live Dolph” ft. Ricco Barrino.

With Who Is Grizzape out now, Fizzle digs deep into his mastery of Memphis music and delivers a set for the Tennessee trap heads. Sit back and watch him rise to the top of his city’s busy scene.

Watch “Front & Back Pockets” ft. Kenny Muney & Big Moochie Grape: https://youtu.be/_Rsbd5PcOCE

Stream Who Is Grizzape: https://music.empi.re/whoisgrizzape

Who Is Grizzape? tracklist

1. Who Is Grizzape
2. Blue Takis
3. 6AM
4. Letter To My Demon
5. No Mo ft. Key Glock & Big Scarr
6. Mr. Freaky Man (Prod. by Ayoza)
7. Front And Back Pocket
8. My Time
9. Opp B*tch ft. Kashh Mir & Baby Mama #10
10. Hot N Ready
11. Bottom Boy Survivor
12. Stand On It

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

Links:

instagram | twitter | youtube

“Front & Back Pockets” ft. Big Moochie Grape & Kenny Muney: https://youtu.be/_Rsbd5PcOCE

Who Is Grizzape: https://music.empi.re/whoisgrizzape

“Hot N Ready”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_p3dQfEE6w

“Still The Same” ft. 03 Greedo: https://youtu.be/-0lRpfdMdjQ

“YBR”: https://youtu.be/s_FcTuNO5wk?si=8x21T50Ab9P21txE

“Built For This”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlQuNmNpR1E

“F*ck Being Famous”: https://youtu.be/elfxVnsJoz4

“Back Breaker”: https://youtu.be/HiSCdeIf7k0?si=T-Z1uYh6uOTDC8Rh

“Good Fellas” ft. SNUPE BANDZ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrZgXFlIQao

F*CK BEING FAMOUS: https://music.empi.re/fuckbeingfamous

“Dickie Set”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQPegPB1c3U

“Been Going Crazy”: https://youtu.be/eGHHMr709HU / https://music.empi.re/crazyjay

“Nike Check”: https://youtu.be/c88QI8n7lcE

“King Sh*t”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmhoR5Kh4Wo

“Granny Happy”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rp6b6FQtO0o

“Gucci Mane”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bs5wdrUdqgk

DonaFizzo (Deluxe): https://music.empi.re/donafizzodeluxe

“Won’t Cost Sh*t”: https://youtu.be/8Ws-gD-TTJE

“Dust Town Livin” ft. Big Scarr & Big Moochie Grape: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AsMCkMH65Ys

DonaFizzo: https://music.empi.re/donafizzo

“Atmosphere”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4h0abrTxOE

“Standing On Top Of Sh*t” ft. Key Glock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40_4__6mKYM

Paper Route Empire Presents: Long Live Dolph: https://music.empi.re/longliveyoungdolph

PAPER ROUTE iLLUMINATi: https://music.empi.re/preilluminati

7.29.24

Kenny Muney & Big Moochie Grape Announce “The Gigantic Muney Tour“

The Paper Route Empire Artists Hit The Road In August, Making Nine Stops Across The Country On Their Co-Headlining Tour

Critical Praise for Kenny Muney:

“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

Critical Praise for Big Moochie Grape:

“It’s hard-working hustler music that never lets up, with a beat that never sleeps. Big Moochie Grape makes soundtracks not just for grinding, but for surviving.” – Pitchfork

“[East Haiti Baby is] an impressive body of work from one of Memphis’s strongest frontrunners.” – HotNewHipHop

The Announcement:

Making it rain no matter the season, Kenny Muney and Big Moochie Grape count their stacks all year long. Heating up as summer turns to fall, the Paper Route Empire artists announce “The Gigantic Muney Tour,” their upcoming co-headlining tour. Kicking off at Los Angeles’ Echoplexon August 30th, the tour makes nine stops across the country, including shows in Denver, Houston, Atlanta, and more.

TICKETS: Tickets are available now HERE.

“The Gigantic Muney Tour” will be the first time Big Moochie Grape hits the road since he spent a short stint in jail last winter. It will also be the first time Kenny and Moochie perform music from their recent projects, including Kenny’s The Blue $easons and Moochie’s East Haiti Baby: Incarcerated. The Blue $easons is a 12-track effort that finds Kenny Muney showing all sides of himself. Released in March, the project features Key Glock, CEO Jizzle, and BEO Lil Kenny, as well as production from PRE’s own Bandplay. Big Moochie Grape’s East Haiti Baby: Incarcerated is the follow-up to 2022’s acclaimed East Haiti Baby. The high-octane  mixtape welcomes guest verses exclusively from other incarcerated rappers, including YFN Lucci, Rio Da Yung OG, C-Murder, and Bankroll Freddie. Most recently, Moochie has been sharing a streak of high quality music videos, including his first day out anthem “Wake Em Up” and the Young Dolph-featuring “Fun.” Both Kenny and Moochie have new music on the way as well, with Kenny’s The Blue $easons (Deluxe)coming soon, and Moochie’s Eat or Get Ate 2 arriving in August.

With “The Gigantic Muney Tour” on the way, Kenny Muney and Big Moochie Grape are well on their way to becoming the biggest in the rap game. Stay tuned for more from PRE this year.

Buy tickets to “The Gigantic Muney Tour”: https://paperrouteempire.com/tour/

THE GIGANTIC MUNEY TOUR DATES:
Aug 30 Los Angeles, CA @ Echo
Aug 31 Phoenix, AZ @ Nile Underground
Sept 02 Denver, CO @ Marquis
Sept 05 San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger
Sept 07 Houston, TX @ Bronze Peacock
Sept 08 Dallas, TX @ Studio at the Factory
Sept 11 Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West
Sept 12 Charlotte, NC @ Underground
Sept 14 Washington, DC @ DC9

Please contact Michelle or Destiny 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:

Kenny Muney: instagram | twitter | spotify | youtube
Big Moochie Grape: youtube | instagram | spotify

Buy tickets to “The Gigantic Muney Tour”: https://paperrouteempire.com/tour/

7.26.2024

Fuerza Regida’s Pero No Te Enamores Hits #1 on Apple Music (All Genres), Less Than 24 Hours Post-Release

The New Album is a Stylistic Leap Forward For Fuerza, Who Invent “Jersey Corridos” and Welcome a Variety of Guests

The Hit New Album is Available Everywhere via Rancho Humilde / Street Mob Records / Sony Music Latin

The San Bernardino-Native Group Celebrated the Album’s Release With an Epic Party, Hosted in Partnership with Spotify, Which Moved From the Beaches of Santa Monica to East L.A. Neighborhood Boyle Heights

Critical Praise:

WINNER: 2023 Billboard Music Awards (“Top Duo/Group”; “Top Latin Duo/Group”)

“Belikeada is a testament to their ability to push boundaries while staying true to their roots, ensuring that that the group remains a reckoning force in the world of Mexican and Mexican-American music” – Billboard

“Fuerza Regida embodies the idea that if you work hard enough, you can achieve your version of the American Dream. This mindset is the subject matter for many of their songs (much of their music is either about the hustle, or the rewards that come from all that hard work). They’re not all talk, either. In the last 12 months, the band has released three albums and has gone on tour across the country.” – Los Angeles Times

“Shakira and Fuerza Regida defend the working class and tell off bad bosses everywhere in the new music video for their joint single ‘El Jefe,’ or ‘The Boss.'” – Variety

The Announcement:

Fuerza Regida took a leap of faith by changing up their style for their new album, Pero No Te Enamores, and their fans have responded in kind, giving the group one of their biggest streaming days to date. Just hours after the album’s release, yesterday, July 25th, at 5pm PT, Pero No Te Enamores climbed to #1 on Apple Music’s All-Genre Albums chart, topping albums by stars such as Eminem, Billie Eilish, and more. The new album is their second straight release to reach #1 on that prestigious chart, following their February 2024 EP, Dolidos Pero No Arrepentido.

New Music Friday has been kind to the band, who have earned major playlist placements at all streaming services, with JOP and Fuerza featuring as the cover artist for playlists like Spotfiy’s Viva Latino and Novedades Viernes (the Spanish language “New Music Friday”), Apple’s El Official, and Amazon’s Gen Mex. JOP and Fuerza are featured in Times Square billboards for streaming services like Spotify, YouTube, Apple, and Pandora, and are the subjects of a YouTube billboard in London. The new album earned mention in Billboard’s New Music Friday roundup, and JOP took interviews with heavy-hitters like Apple Music’s Zane Lowe, Big Boy’s Neighborhood, Real 92.3’s Bootleg Kev, and more.

On Pero No Te Enamores, which translates to “but don’t fall in love,” Fuerza Regida catapult their corridos from the barrio to the club, weaving in elements of multiple high-energy genres into a singular mix. The group is led in its efforts by velvety-voiced frontman and songwriter Jesus Ortiz Paz, whose appealing rasp helps ground even the most far out flight of fancy with relatable relationship stories and furious flexes. The new album features production from well-known sound architects, including Gordo (fka Carnage) and Synthetic (Lil Uzi Vert’s “Just Wanna Rock”), who help JOP and the rest of the group to get out of their comfort zone and create something new. Featuring guest spots from Maluma, Major Lazer, Alok, Gordo, Afrojack, and Bellakath, Pero No Te Enamores is available to stream everywhere via Rancho Humilde/Street Mob Records/Sony Music Latin

Pero No Te Enamores tracklist

1. TUQLO
2. NEL
3. SOFIA x Major Lazer x Alok
4. KYLIE
5. BELLA
6. FVCK x Afrojack
7. VALERIA x Maluma x Gordo
8. SECRETO VICTORIA
9. BRITNEY
10. ALE
11. FRESITA x Bellakath
12. FREESTYLE
13. JESUS
14. BELINDA
15. PERO NO TE ENAMORES

Fuerza Regida Facts & Stats:

• Formed in San Bernardino, CA in 2015, the five-man group is composed of lead singer/songwriter Jesús Ortiz Paz (aka JOP), Samuel Jaimez on requinto, Khrystian Ramos on armonía/guitarron, José Garcia on Tuba, and Moises Lopez on Tololoche
• In 2023, Fuerza Regida became the first Latin band to be No. 1 on the “Top Artists – Duo/Group” list of Billboard‘s year-end charts, and won 2023 Billboard Music Awards for Top Duo/Group and Top Latin Duo/Group
• Fuerza’s collaboration with Marshmello, “Harley Quinn,” became their first song to reach #1 on the Latin Airplay Chart, generated over 395 million streams on Spotify, and peaked at #40 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2023
• The group has placed 7 albums and EPs in the Top 10 of Billboard’s Top Latin Albums chart, including their October 2023 album, Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada, which reached at #1 on the Billboard Latin Albums chart, and debuted at #14 on the Billboard 200, behind 53 million on-demand streams during its opening week, the third-largest opening total for a regional Mexican album to date
• 30 Million Monthly listeners on Spotify, #143 in the world
• Most recently, the group shared their new EP, Dolido Pero No Arrepentido, which debuted at #7 on Billboard’s Latin Albums chart and at #2 on Billboard’s Regional Mexican Albums chart, and every song from the EP charted on Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart
• Beyond their headlining tour, Fuerza Regida will headline Baja Beach Fest in Rosarito Beach, MX (August 13)

Stream Dolido Pero No Arrepentido: spotify | apple

Stream Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada: spotify | apple

Pero No Te Enamores Tour Dates: 
Jul 26         Atlanta, GA                       State Farm Arena
Jul 27         Tampa, FL                        Amalie Arena
Jul 28         Sunrise, FL                      Amerant Bank Arena
Aug 02       Greensboro, NC              Greensboro Coliseum Complex
Aug 03       Washington, D.C.            Capital One Arena
Aug 04       Belmont Park, NY            UBS Arena
Aug 09       Boise, ID                          ExtraMile Arena
Aug 10       Feria Lagos De Moreno   Lagos De Moreno
Aug 11       Rosarito Beach, MX         Baja Beach Fest
Aug 16       Milwaukee, WI                  Fiserv Forum
Aug 17       Indianapolis, IN                Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Aug 30       New Orleans, LA              Smoothie King Center
Sep 01       Tinley Park, IL                   Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre – SOLD OUT
Sep 06       Salt Lake City, UT             Delta Center
Sep 08       Denver, CO                       Ball Arena
Sep 12       Reno, NV                          Reno Events Center
Sep 15       Las Vegas, NV                  T-Mobile Arena
Sep 19       Fort Worth, TX                  Dickes Arena
Sep 20       San Antonio, TX                Frost Bank Center
Sep 21       El Paso, TX                       UTEP Don Haskins Center
Sep 22       Rio Rancho, NM                Rio Rancho Events Center
Sep 28       Anaheim, CA                     Honda Center – SOLD OUT
Sep 29       Palm Desert, CA               Acrisure Arena – SOLD OUT
Oct 05        Sacramento, CA               Golden 1 Center
Oct 11        Leon, MX                          Mega Velaria
Oct 12        Mexico City, MX              Plaza De Toros
Oct 25        Tulsa, OK                         BOK Center
Oct 27        North Charlson, SC        North Charleston Coliseum
Oct 31        Monterrey, MX                Arena Monterrey
Nov 01       Monterrey, MX                Arena Monterrey
Nov 02       Torreon, MX                    Coliseo Centenario
Nov 07       Oaxaca, MX                    Auditorio GNP
Nov 08       Puebla, MX                     Auditorio GNP Seguros
Nov 09       San Luis Potosi, MX       El Domo
Nov 15       Inglewood, CA                Intuit Dome
Nov 16       Inglewood, CA                Intuit Dome – SOLD OUT
Nov 23       Bakersfield, CA               Mechanics Bank Arena
Nov 27       Glendale, AZ                   Desert Diamond Arena
Dec 05       Rosemont, IL                  Allstate Arena
Dec 08       Reading, PA                   The Santander Arena
Dec 15       Nashville, TN                  Bridgestone Arena

Contact:
For Fuerza Regida, please contact:
Kerry Harrison, Audible Treats

Press Portal:
To apply for media credentials for concert coverage:
livenation.com/pressrequests

Background:

About Fuerza Regida
Mexican regional band Fuerza Regida’s music has taken Mexico by storm , and is also making a big impact on the American charts. The prolific band has released eight albums in three years, with their second album, 2019’s Del Barrio Hasta Aqui, entering the Regional Mexican Charts at #1. Their 2018 single “Sigo Chambeando” has been streamed 300 million times on YouTube and Spotify alone. Singer/songwriter Jesús Ortiz Paz founded Fuerza Regida in 2015, originally to perform covers of their favorite songs. Slowly their fan base grew, and after two years they went viral with an original track called “Radicamos en South Central.” The tune was uploaded to Jesús’s personal YouTube channel and blew up. Jesus also maintains his popular YouTube channel (which boasts nearly 1,000,000 Million subscribers), augmenting Fuerza Regida videos with inventive content. His most recent releases include an EP, Dolido Pero No Arrepentido, that went #1 Global with no features. Currently, Jesús Ortiz Paz is the owner and CEO of Street Mob Records, one of the most important regional Mexican music record labels, which opens the doors to new artists and composers, taking their careers to the highest levels of the entertainment industry.

Links:

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

Jesús Ortiz Paz: instagram
Moises Lopez: instagram
Khrys Ramos: instagram
Pelon Garcia: instagram
Samuelon Jaimez: instagram

Dolido Pero No Arrepentido: spotify | apple

“CRAZYZ”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EX5WEmTCcgA

Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada: spotify | apple

Buy tickets for Fuerza’s “Pero No Te Enamores” Tour HERE

7.25.2024

Fuerza Regida Turn Up the Heat with Their New Album Pero No Te Enamores

The Mexican Music Superstars Create “Jersey Corridos,” Blending Traditional and Modern Genres While Welcoming Guests Like Maluma, Gordo, Major Lazer, Alok and More

The Highly-Anticipated New Album Arrives via Rancho Humilde/ Street Mob Records / Sony Music Latin

In a Radical Leap Forward, the San Bernadino, CA Native Band, Led By Frontman and Songwriter Jesus Ortiz Paz, Incorporate Elements of Electronic Music, Jersey Club, Hip-Hop, and More Into Their Trademark Corrido Sound

Critical Praise:

WINNER: 2023 Billboard Music Awards (“Top Duo/Group”; “Top Latin Duo/Group”)

“Belikeada is a testament to their ability to push boundaries while staying true to their roots, ensuring that that the group remains a reckoning force in the world of Mexican and Mexican-American music” – Billboard

“Fuerza Regida embodies the idea that if you work hard enough, you can achieve your version of the American Dream. This mindset is the subject matter for many of their songs (much of their music is either about the hustle, or the rewards that come from all that hard work). They’re not all talk, either. In the last 12 months, the band has released three albums and has gone on tour across the country.” – Los Angeles Times

“Shakira and Fuerza Regida defend the working class and tell off bad bosses everywhere in the new music video for their joint single ‘El Jefe,’ or ‘The Boss.'” – Variety

The Album:

Ever since their formation in San Bernardino, CA, Fuerza Regida have been stretching the boundaries of the corrido style, using both traditional and digital instrumentation and incorporating elements from genres like electronic and hip-hop. Today, the superstar Mexican music act shares Pero No Te Enamores, their new album, changing their sound once more, but keeping the same devil-may-care energy that their fans have always loved.

On Pero No Te Enamores, which translates to “but don’t fall in love,” Fuerza Regida catapult their corridos from the barrio to the club, weaving in elements of multiple high-energy genres into a singular mix. The group is led in its efforts by velvety-voiced frontman and songwriter Jesus Ortiz Paz, whose appealing rasp helps ground even the most far out flight of fancy with relatable relationship stories and furious flexes. The new album features production from well-known sound architects, including Gordo (fka Carnage) and Synthetic (Lil Uzi Vert’s “Just Wanna Rock”), who help JOP and the rest of the group to get out of their comfort zone and create something new.

JOP and Fuerza’s expedition to branch into new territory bears fruit throughout the 15-track album, a journey that pushes relentlessly forward as it dips into a variety of sonic realms. Songs like “SOFIA,” a collaboration with Major Lazer and Alok, and “FVCK,” helmed by the renowned DJ/producer Afrojack, are fist-pumping, stadium EDM bangers, while “VALERIA” and “ALE” display their facility with radio-ready reggaeton. On PNTE, the group expands their relationship with hip-hop, a genre all five members have loved and bonded over since they were teenagers: “FRESITAS,” a duet with Mexican rapper Bellakath, channels Timbaland’s collaborations with Nelly Furtado, even as it layers a tropical beat underneath, and “FREESTYLE” finds JOP trying his hand at Spanish-language drill.

The most intriguing addition to their sound is Jersey club, which proves to be surprisingly compatible with Fuerza’s traditional sound, creating a hybrid genre the band calls, “Jersey corridos.” “SECRETO VICTORIA” is the proof of concept, combining a full-band corrido sound with Jersey’s signature five-beat pattern. “KYLIE” is a lyrical showcase for JOP, whose fast-paced rhymes intersect with characteristic club sound effects, and “BRITNEY” is a dancefloor filler that combines corridos, club, and high-octane trap.

Pero No Te Enamores ends with a salute to Fuerza’s day one fans, unleashing three of the best corridos of their career to date. The trio, “JESUS,” “BELINDA,” and album closer “PERO NO TE ENAMORES,” are showcases for JOP’s romantic lyrics and serrated singing voice, as well as the band’s well-earned chemistry.

Featuring an additional guest appearance from Maluma, whose hometown of Medellín, Colombia was the location of a writing camp that inspired many of the album’s songs, Pero No Te Enamoresis available to stream everywhere via Rancho Humilde/Street Mob Records/Sony Music Latin

Pero No Te Enamores tracklist

1. TUQLO
2. NEL
3. SOFIA x Major Lazer x Alok
4. KYLIE
5. BELLA
6. FVCK x Afrojack
7. VALERIA x Maluma x Gordo
8. SECRETO VICTORIA
9. BRITNEY
10. ALE
11. FRESITA x Bellakath
12. FREESTYLE
13. JESUS
14. BELINDA
15. PERO NO TE ENAMORES

Fuerza Regida is currently on the road, continuing their fast-selling arena tour, the “Pero No Te Enamores Tour.” The 5-man banda have already played sold out shows in Austin, San Diego, Phoenix, Dallas, and San Jose, and will hit markets like Atlanta, and New York City in the coming days. The tour is a brand new and elevated production that features a full center 360 degree stage setup with lasers that put the audience right in the middle of the action, transporting them to the heart of a Mexican palenque. Fuerza delivers a setlist full of their historic hits, bringing fans on a musical journey spanning their entire career. Fuerza’s creativity and the chemistry between band members and their fans is what drives their immersive and innovative concert experiences, solidifying Fuerza Regida’s status as one of the leading live acts in Mexican music today.

Fronted by Jesús Ortiz Paz, the San Bernardino-native group has taken the US and Mexico by storm. Fuerza Regida’s popularity has grown significantly since their 2023 Billboard Music Awardwins and the success of their #1 album Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada, home to mega-hits like “TQM,” “Harley Quinn” ft. Marshmello, and “CRAZYZ.” . Earlier this year, Fuerza shared the heartfelt EP, Dolido Pero No Arreptentido, home to their Billboard Hot 100-charting single “TU NAME.”

With several Hot 100 hits and a torrid live show, the band continues to expand their reach and solidify their place as a power player in the music industry.

Tickets for Fuerza Regida shows are available HERE

Shop Fuerza Regida x New Era: https://fuerzaregida.com/

Fuerza Regida Facts & Stats:

• Formed in San Bernardino, CA in 2015, the five-man group is composed of lead singer/songwriter Jesús Ortiz Paz (aka JOP), Samuel Jaimez on requinto, Khrystian Ramos on armonía/guitarron, José Garcia on Tuba, and Moises Lopez on Tololoche
• In 2023, Fuerza Regida became the first Latin band to be No. 1 on the “Top Artists – Duo/Group” list of Billboard‘s year-end charts, and won 2023 Billboard Music Awards for Top Duo/Group and Top Latin Duo/Group
• Fuerza’s collaboration with Marshmello, “Harley Quinn,” became their first song to reach #1 on the Latin Airplay Chart, generated over 395 million streams on Spotify, and peaked at #40 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2023
• The group has placed 7 albums and EPs in the Top 10 of Billboard’s Top Latin Albums chart, including their October 2023 album, Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada, which reached at #1 on the Billboard Latin Albums chart, and debuted at #14 on the Billboard 200, behind 53 million on-demand streams during its opening week, the third-largest opening total for a regional Mexican album to date
• 30 Million Monthly listeners on Spotify, #143 in the world
• Most recently, the group shared their new EP, Dolido Pero No Arrepentido, which debuted at #7 on Billboard’s Latin Albums chart and at #2 on Billboard’s Regional Mexican Albums chart, and every song from the EP charted on Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart
• Beyond their headlining tour, Fuerza Regida will headline Baja Beach Fest in Rosarito Beach, MX (August 13)

Stream Dolido Pero No Arrepentido: spotify | apple

Stream Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada: spotify | apple

Pero No Te Enamores Tour Dates: 
Jul 26         Atlanta, GA                       State Farm Arena
Jul 27         Tampa, FL                        Amalie Arena
Jul 28         Sunrise, FL                      Amerant Bank Arena
Aug 02       Greensboro, NC              Greensboro Coliseum Complex
Aug 03       Washington, D.C.            Capital One Arena
Aug 04       Belmont Park, NY            UBS Arena
Aug 09       Boise, ID                          ExtraMile Arena
Aug 10       Feria Lagos De Moreno   Lagos De Moreno
Aug 11       Rosarito Beach, MX         Baja Beach Fest
Aug 16       Milwaukee, WI                  Fiserv Forum
Aug 17       Indianapolis, IN                Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Aug 30       New Orleans, LA              Smoothie King Center
Sep 01       Tinley Park, IL                   Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre – SOLD OUT
Sep 06       Salt Lake City, UT             Delta Center
Sep 08       Denver, CO                       Ball Arena
Sep 12       Reno, NV                          Reno Events Center
Sep 15       Las Vegas, NV                  T-Mobile Arena
Sep 19       Fort Worth, TX                  Dickes Arena
Sep 20       San Antonio, TX                Frost Bank Center
Sep 21       El Paso, TX                       UTEP Don Haskins Center
Sep 22       Rio Rancho, NM                Rio Rancho Events Center
Sep 28       Anaheim, CA                     Honda Center – SOLD OUT
Sep 29       Palm Desert, CA               Acrisure Arena – SOLD OUT
Oct 05        Sacramento, CA               Golden 1 Center
Oct 11        Leon, MX                          Mega Velaria
Oct 12        Mexico City, MX              Plaza De Toros
Oct 25        Tulsa, OK                         BOK Center
Oct 27        North Charlson, SC        North Charleston Coliseum
Oct 31        Monterrey, MX                Arena Monterrey
Nov 01       Monterrey, MX                Arena Monterrey
Nov 02       Torreon, MX                    Coliseo Centenario
Nov 07       Oaxaca, MX                    Auditorio GNP
Nov 08       Puebla, MX                     Auditorio GNP Seguros
Nov 09       San Luis Potosi, MX       El Domo
Nov 15       Inglewood, CA                Intuit Dome
Nov 16       Inglewood, CA                Intuit Dome – SOLD OUT
Nov 23       Bakersfield, CA               Mechanics Bank Arena
Nov 27       Glendale, AZ                   Desert Diamond Arena
Dec 05       Rosemont, IL                  Allstate Arena
Dec 08       Reading, PA                   The Santander Arena
Dec 15       Nashville, TN                  Bridgestone Arena

Contact:
For Fuerza Regida, please contact:
Kerry Harrison, Audible Treats

Press Portal:
To apply for media credentials for concert coverage:
livenation.com/pressrequests

Background:

About Fuerza Regida
Mexican regional band Fuerza Regida’s music has taken Mexico by storm , and is also making a big impact on the American charts. The prolific band has released eight albums in three years, with their second album, 2019’s Del Barrio Hasta Aqui, entering the Regional Mexican Charts at #1. Their 2018 single “Sigo Chambeando” has been streamed 300 million times on YouTube and Spotify alone. Singer/songwriter Jesús Ortiz Paz founded Fuerza Regida in 2015, originally to perform covers of their favorite songs. Slowly their fan base grew, and after two years they went viral with an original track called “Radicamos en South Central.” The tune was uploaded to Jesús’s personal YouTube channel and blew up. Jesus also maintains his popular YouTube channel (which boasts nearly 1,000,000 Million subscribers), augmenting Fuerza Regida videos with inventive content. His most recent releases include an EP, Dolido Pero No Arrepentido, that went #1 Global with no features. Currently, Jesús Ortiz Paz is the owner and CEO of Street Mob Records, one of the most important regional Mexican music record labels, which opens the doors to new artists and composers, taking their careers to the highest levels of the entertainment industry.

Links:

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

Jesús Ortiz Paz: instagram
Moises Lopez: instagram
Khrys Ramos: instagram
Pelon Garcia: instagram
Samuelon Jaimez: instagram

Dolido Pero No Arrepentido: spotify | apple

“CRAZYZ”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EX5WEmTCcgA

Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada: spotify | apple

Buy tickets for Fuerza’s “Pero No Te Enamores” Tour HERE

7.26.2024

Quin NFN Asserts His Supremacy With Second To None, His New Project, Out Now via NFN Entertainment/EMPIRE

Quin NFN Asserts His Supremacy With Second To None, His New Project, Out Now via NFN Entertainment/EMPIRE

With Help From Guests That Mexican OT, 03 Greedo, and Sauce Walka, the 23-Year-Old Rapper Displays the Toughness and Talent That Helped Him Perservere Through Hardship and Loss

Critical Praise:

“He has the streaming numbers, a growing discography, and the ability to turn the club up off one track or soundtrack a laid-back listening session. – Complex

“The Lil Wayne-inspired artist looks to be the next 10K Projects signee to make the quantum leap to stardom.” – Billboard

“Quin NFN sounds sharp as ever, and his high-pitched voice makes every flex sound more profound than it actually is” – Pitchfork

“Quin NFN’s high energy raps are putting Austin, Texas on the map in hip-hop” – Pitchfork

The Video:

Quin NFN stacks syllables into relentless verses that expertly mix outlandish smack talk and bracing realities. Striking that balance with aplomb, the Austin, TX rapper shares Second To None, his new album, out now via NFN Entertainment/EMPIRE. Second To None is a triumphant moment for Quin NFN, arriving after a year marked by health scares that affected him and his young family. Over crisp production from the likes of Getta Beats, ForeveRollin, Cio Made The Track, and more, Quin flexes his prodigious talent, rhyming with intensity as he seeks to prove that he is the hardest out.

The new album is home to “Just Getting By, Pt. 2,” a new single that lays out the mission statement for the album, as he vows to support his family by going as hard as he can. Late 2023 single “Loose Lips,” an anthem for the real ones in a sea of fakes, also finds its home on the record. The 16-track album is home to collaborations with kindred spirits that show his versatility. “JEFE” finds the 23-year-old rapper rhyming in English and Spanish in a fast-rhyming tandem with That Mexican OT. Quin links up with an artist he has long admired, Sauce Walka, and the two artists directly confront the problems that come with fame in the simmering “Boss N**** Blues.” The young rapper ventures out of Texas for the hard-knocking “House Calls,” welcoming 03 Greedo to provide his hiccuping melodies, which mesh perfectly with Quin’s verbal assault.

Along with the album, Quin drops the music video for “New Detroit Flow,” a Second To Nonehighlight, which goes live on YouTube at 2pm ET. Produced by Getta Beats, who provides the propulsive piano arpeggios and blown-out drums characteristic of Michigan rap, the song is a tribute to a rap region he has long admired. Quin locks into the beat’s pocket, stacking punchlines with aplomb: “Quincho bought some ice, cause I ain’t never got to chill/N****s green as pickles, that’s why they ain’t got a deal,” he spits. In the video, shot in crisp black & white by director Sebastian Santiago, Quincho holes up in a warehouse with nothing but his G Wagon for company, striking fear into the heart of any rapper who would try to step to him.

Second To None is the latest milestone in the 23-year-old rapper’s burgeoning career. After learning how to rhyme in his youth by studying the greats like Lil Wayne, the Austin native first drew attention in 2019 when he was just a teenager, making a name for himself in a city known more for other genres than hip-hop. Quin’s talent was undeniable, though, as demonstrated in the thumping, minimalist banger “Talkin My Sh*t” (33+ million Spotify streams), and he quickly became one of the fastest-rising stars in his state. He kept the momentum going with “Poles,” a ferocious collaboration with NLE Choppa (44+ million Spotify streams), and 2021’s “Laid Back” (31+ million Spotify streams), and earned a deal with 10K Projects. In 2023, Quin started a new chapter of his career as an independent artist, releasing the album Never On Time via EMPIRE and his own NFN Entertainment.

With Second To None out now and a chip on his shoulder, Quin NFN is ready to reach the next level. Stay tuned for more.

Stream Second To None: https://music.empi.re/secondtonone

Watch “New Detroit Flow” (Live at 2pm ET): https://youtu.be/fT-3Iv-9lCw

Second To None Tracklist:

1. 2AM In Austin
2. Your Honor
3. Bow Wow
4. JEFE ft. That Mexican OT
5. Loose Lips
6. Quinnis The Menace
7. Just Getting By, Pt. 2
8. 25 Reasons
9. Be Honest
10. New Detroit Flow
11. Attitude
12. Zoom
13. Boss N**** Blues ft. Sauce Walka
14. Hard Times
15. Clover Leaf
16. House Calls ft. 03 Greedo

Photo credit: Daniel Aziz

Please contact Michelle or Destiny for more info.

The Background:

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

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

Links:

instagram | twitter | soundcloud | spotify | youtube | tiktok

Second To None: https://music.empi.re/secondtonone

“New Detroit Flow”: https://youtu.be/fT-3Iv-9lCw

“Just Getting By, Pt. 2”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxPK0m7gyvs

4.19.2024

Chicago Rapper Verse Shares Just Verse EP, Stars in the Video for “Face The Music“

Signed To Lupe Fiasco’s 1st & 15th Label, the GRAMMY-Winning Artist/Songwriter Shares a Soulful 5-Pack EP, Featuring Production from Soundtrakk, and Dedicated to the Searchers, Dreamers, and Those Looking to Change Themselves For the Better

Critical Praise:

“An attitude of perseverance and innovation is what continues to fuel the flame for TDK (Two Depressed Kids) as they aspire to change the game of music.” – Sheen Magazine

The EP:

Chicago rapper Verse’s deep soulfulness and sharp lyrics make him a perfect fit for 1st & 15th, the label founded by Lupe Fiasco, with his business partner, Charles “Chilly” Patton. Demonstrating his immense talent, the multi-faceted artist shares Just Verse, a new 5-track EP.

A statement of purpose by the philosophical multi-hyphenate, Just Verse is an introspective exploration of self, delivered via vivid verses over lush production. Rhyming with a gentle rasp, Verse is a compelling presence behind the mic, his probing pen brimming with tongue-twisting confidence: “You know I’m built different/ so let me put this in your ear/I came from the bottom then I rose up to stardom/and it’ll rub off if you come near,” he rhymes on “Addicted To The Game.” Legendary Chicago producer Soundtrakk produced three of the EP’s five songs: his frayed synths on “Hurt Don’t Hurt” complement Verse’s traumatic recollections, while his rippling keys and sumptuous bass line imbues Verse’s love song “For You” with deep feeling. Atom Grey takes the helm on the remaining tracks, perfectly suiting the vibe.

“With an EP of five songs, you only get a limited amount of space to introduce yourself to the masses,” says Verse on the new project. “So that’s why I wanted to put together a body of work to serve as a synopsis of everything that I’m about musically. At the core, Verse means to be versatile, whether that be musically or emotionally. I’m at a point in my life and career where I want to show off all the sides of my character. Each song represents a different side of me, and a different version of myself.”

Along with the EP, Verse shares the brand new video for “Face The Music.” Produced by Atom Grey, “Face The Music” is a pugilistic lyrical exercise, as Verse dares his haters not to dance to his beat and tells them exactly who they’re dealing with: “I’ve been in my bag like when you looking for your keys/so you know I’m gone be armed like you looking for your sleeves,” he spits. In the video, directed by Chris & Blaq of Impakt Studio, Verse examines the different paths his life might have taken, depicting himself as a series of clones bringing each possibility to fruition. One clone is a robber, sent to rob yet another version of Verse. Meanwhile, the original Verse counts money in a warehouse, spending quality time with his family and friends.

“‘Face The Music’ is a decision,” says Verse. “If you’ve come to see what’s on the surface then that’s what you’ll get. If you choose to look beyond the stereotypes beyond the similarities you’ll began to understand there’s more. Maybe the music can save you, but only if you want to be saved.”

Handpicked by Lupe Fiasco for his 1st & 15th label, Verse, also known as zVerse and Versatile, hails from the West Side of Chicago. He made his bones working behind the scenes with acclaimed artists, including J. Ivy. Verse’s work on J.Ivy’s song “Running,” also featuring John Legend and Slick Rick, earned Verse a GRAMMY award, when Ivy’s album won Best Spoken Word Poetry Album. Now with Lupe Fiasco behind him, Verse is opening a new chapter in his career.

Watch “Face The Music”: https://youtu.be/bT542J5Dg2E

Stream Just Verse EP: https://orcd.co/justverse

Just Verse EP tracklist:

1. Addicted to the Game (Prod. by Atom Grey)
2. Face The Music (Prod. by Atom Grey)
3. For You (Prod. by Soundtrakk)
4. Hurt Don’t Hurt (Prod. by Soundtrakk)
5. Maybe It’s Me (Prod. by Soundtrakk)

Please contact Michelle or Kevin for more info.

The Background:

Introducing VERSE , also known as ZVERSE, Gentle Verse, or simply Versatile. Zebadiah Anderson, a Grammy award-winning recording artist, writer, a record producer and designer. Verse is a multifaceted artist hailing from the vibrant streets of Chicago’s west side. From an early age, Verse showcased extraordinary musical prowess, captivating listeners with his soulful voice and profound lyrics.

Beyond his musical talents, Verse’s heart beats for civil rights advocacy and humanitarian causes. His upbringing in a community grappling with social and economic challenges ignited a passion within him to leverage music as a catalyst for positive change. Through powerful performances and heartfelt lyrics, he has kindled hope, love, and equality in the hearts of his audience.

Verse’s unwavering commitment to using music as a force for good has garnered him critical acclaim a prestigious Grammy award, recognizing his exceptional contributions to the music industry, and countless other Awards and recognitions. With his music resonating across diverse backgrounds, Verse has become a beacon of positivity and inspiration in the musical landscape.

As Verse gears up to release new music and promises to encapsulate his trademark fusion of soulful vocals, impactful lyrics, and uplifting melodies, while renewing the focus on spreading positivity and hope through music.

Verse’s mission remains crystal clear—to harness his musical talent as a vehicle for creating positive ripples in the world, leaving an indelible mark with his powerful messages. With unmatched talent, boundless passion, and an unwavering dedication to making a difference, Verse continues to inspire and uplift audiences, leaving an enduring legacy in the music industry and beyond.

Links:

instagram | spotify | youtube

Just Verse EP: https://orcd.co/justverse

“Face The Music”: https://youtu.be/bT542J5Dg2E

7.26.2024

Single: BIGBABYGUCCI – “Captain Crashout”

Charlotte’s Underground Icon Releases A Hypnotic New Single As He Prepares For His 8/5 Album, Baby 5

Tickets for the 8-Date “Baby 5 Tour” Go On Sale at 12pm Local Time

Critical Praise: 

“On ‘Need Anotha Party,’ BIGBABYGUCCI and KillBunk adjust their flows to this chopped, smoothed and sanded bossanova production.” – NPR

“He sings smooth and velvety melodies” – Lyrical Lemonade

“BIGBABYGUCCI has been one of the most consistent underground artists in the past few years.” – OnesToWatch

“BIGBABYGUCCI sounds rejuvenated thanks in large part to excellent production from Dream Awake, jackpott and more.” – HipHopDX

The Single:

Please contact Michelle or Alexandra for more info.

Links:

instagram | spotify | youtube | soundcloud

“Captain Crashout”: https://onerpm.link/captaincrashout

“Pink Sprite”: https://onerpm.link/pinksprite

“You A Joke”: https://onerpm.link/youajoke

“Balenciaga Store Closed”: https://onerpm.link/balenciagastoreclosed

7.25.2024

Video: Icewear Vezzo – “Shifter“

The Detroit Street Hero Rides Through The 6 in Style in His Latest Music Video and Single

Critical Praise:

“His latest project basks in the idea that an album this regionally specific can still have nationwide appeal.” – Pitchfork

“The King of contemporary Detroit rap” – HYPEBEAST

“As a Detroit hip-hop veteran, Icewear Vezzo has earned his position in the city’s hierarchy. With his first mixtape, The Clarity, dropping in 2013, and turning into a series, along with his presence in Detroit, the groundwork he’s put in over time is respected.” – XXL

“I don’t think a day will go by moving forward where he isn’t one of the main points in every conversation about rap all over the world.” – Lyrical Lemonade

The Video:

A leader in Detroit’s rap scene and a pillar in the city’s community, Icewear Vezzo makes things happen. Touting his influence over soulful horns and liquid keys, the Iced Up Records CEO shares “Shifter,” his latest single and music video. Rhyming over gently propulsive snares and tasteful electric piano, Vezzo locks in with his appealing rasp, methodically explaining why nobody can match his luxurious lifestyle: “Thirty thousand in my pocket, cause I’m a shifter/All these diamonds around my neck, b*tch, I’m a shifter,” he intones on the hook. In the video, directed by Diego, Vezzo rides in two luxury whips–a matte black Cybertruck and a souped-up Rolls Royce Wraith–as he brings his riches back to his home neighborhood of 6 Mile in Detroit.

Following “Aiight,” a recent collaboration with his friend and fellow Eastsider Peezy, “Shifter” is the latest single to emerge in the wake of his acclaimed recent album Live From The 6.  Live From The 6 is a down-and-dirty collection of sinister street stories, alternating raw hustler’s anthems that elucidate the mindset required to escape rough circumstances with thoughtful reflections on the toll life on the streets take on those who make it out. The album features appearances from DaBaby (on the suave single “Perfect”) and YTB Fatt (on street hit “Come Outside“), and rolls out the red carpet for Vezzo’s fellow 6 Mile native: Detroit star Babyface Ray. The culmination of Vezzo’s evolution from street-level hustler to a global ambassador for Detroit rap, Live From The 6is available everywhere now.

With limitless ambition and the work ethic to achieve his every desire, it’s only a matter of time before Icewear Vezzo takes over the game. Stay tuned for much more from Icewear Vezzo, as he continues to heat up Summer ’24.

Watch “Shifter”: https://youtu.be/IM7teqDsTrw

Stream “Shifter”: https://foundation-media.ffm.to/shifter

For more info about Icewear Vezzo, please contact Michelle or Annjie

The Background:

Respected from The A to The Bay and everywhere in between, Icewear Vezzo helped build the Detroit rap scene into the flourishing behemoth it is today.  Since releasing his first mixtape The Clarity in 2013, Vezzo built a large and loyal fanbase in The Mitten and beyond, feeding the streets and his 131k YouTube subscribers with high-quality releases and representing for Detroit on tracks by Big Sean, G Herbo, Drakeo The Ruler, DJ Mustard, Zaytoven, and many others. The 31-year-old artist frequently collaborates with other major figures in the Detroit scene, including Peezy and Babyface Ray. Vezzo made waves with songs like “Meg Thee Stallion” ft. Babyface Ray, GT & Veeze (7.8 million YouTube views. named one of the Best Songs of 2020 by Passion Of The Weiss), “The Sit-Down” ft. Babyface Ray (6.2 million views), and “Dog Action” ft. Rio Da Yung OG (10 million YouTube views).

In addition to his heavy stature in the rap game, Vezzo makes moves as an entrepreneur in multiple industries. He’s the owner of his own label Iced Up Records, recently launched the Iced Up Films, a production company whose first film Price Of Love (starring Vezzo himself) is available for rent on Amazon, and is the CEO of his own clothing company Drank God Clothing. Though he’s a self-made man, Vezzo never forgets to give back–his company Iced Up Realty focuses on providing affordable housing in the Detroit community in which he was raised, and he teamed up with his mom to start The Detroit Rappers Organization, which is heavily involved in seasonal giveaways and field trips for Detroit’s youth.

Links:

official site | instagram | twitter | youtube | spotify

“Shifter”: https://foundation-media.ffm.to/shifter / https://youtu.be/IM7teqDsTrw

“Aiight” ft. Peezy: https://foundation-media.ffm.to/aiight / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hu5lj28MmlA

“Class of 2024”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iEaJdmQiEI

Live From The 6: https://icewearvezzo.lnk.to/livefromthe6

“Perfect” ft. DaBaby: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IsW2sR8pidk / https://icewearvezzo.lnk.to/perfect

“I Ain’t Mad At Ya”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZhzQfHqUIBw

“Come Outside” ft. YTB Fatt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fY6xeWB8eM

“Love In The City”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OiQGFiCVlTQ

“Raw ASL”: https://youtu.be/_JOKel8sKhE

“Back On Road”: https://youtu.be/dAfcBZriVkQ

Paint The City (w/ DJ Drama): https://icewearvezzo.lnk.to/paintthecity

“One Time” (w/ DJ Drama) ft. Jeezy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5bc1JW3yYI

“God Bless The 6” (w/ DJ Drama) ft. Babyface Ray: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Bdn8pNatpw

“It’s All On U” ft. Kodak Black: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqqkq_PCxCI / https://icewearvezzo.lnk.to/itsallonyou

“Whatever” ft. Key Glock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIKOQjjcl_c

Rich Off Pints 3: https://foundation-media.ffm.to/rop3

7.23.2024

Fuerza Regida Shares Tracklist for Pero No Te Enamores, Featuring Maluma, Gordo, Major Lazer and Others

The Highly-Anticipated New Album Drops on July 25th via Rancho Humilde/Street Mob Records

Spanning 15 Tracks, the Follow-Up To the Superstar Mexican Music Group’s #1-Charting Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada is a Daring Expansion of Their Sound

Critical Praise:

WINNER: 2023 Billboard Music Awards (“Top Duo/Group”; “Top Latin Duo/Group”)

“Belikeada is a testament to their ability to push boundaries while staying true to their roots, ensuring that that the group remains a reckoning force in the world of Mexican and Mexican-American music” – Billboard

“Fuerza Regida embodies the idea that if you work hard enough, you can achieve your version of the American Dream. This mindset is the subject matter for many of their songs (much of their music is either about the hustle, or the rewards that come from all that hard work). They’re not all talk, either. In the last 12 months, the band has released three albums and has gone on tour across the country.” – Los Angeles Times

“Shakira and Fuerza Regida defend the working class and tell off bad bosses everywhere in the new music video for their joint single ‘El Jefe,’ or ‘The Boss.'” – Variety

The Announcement:

Climbing charts on both sides of the border, Fuerza Regida is one of North America’s most popular acts. Today, the San Bernardino, CA-native group prepare for their highly-anticipated new album Pero No Te Enamores by sharing the album’s tracklist.

Following up their Billboard Top Latin Albums chart-topping 2023 album Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada, the new album is a radical expansion of their sound, all grounded by the sharp songwriting and velvety vocals of frontman Jesus Ortiz Paz. Spanish for “but don’t fall in love,” the tracklist for Pero No Te Enamores hints at JOP’s lyrical preoccupations throughout the album, with song titles like “BRITNEY,” “KYLIE,” “BELINDA,” and “SOFIA,” among others. Continuing their run of superstar collaborations, featuring new songs with Major Lazer, Maluma, Afrojack, Gordo, Alok, and Bellakath, Pero No Te Enamores arrives on July 25th via Rancho Humilde/Street Mob Records/Sony Music Latin.

Pero No Te Enamores tracklist

1. TUQLO
2. NEL
3. SOFIA x Major Lazer x Alok
4. KYLIE
5. BELLA
6. FVCK x Afrojack
7. VALERIA x Maluma x Gordo
8. SECRETO VICTORIA
9. BRITNEY
10. ALE
11. FRESITA x Bellakath
12. FREESTYLE
13. JESUS
14. BELINDA
15. PERO NO TE ENAMORES

Fuerza Regida is currently on the road, continuing their fast-selling arena tour, the “Pero No Te Enamores Tour.” The 5-man banda have already played sold out shows in Austin, San Diego, Phoenix, Dallas, and San Jose, and will hit markets like Atlanta, and New York City in the coming weeks. The tour is a brand new and elevated production that features a full center 360 degree stage setup with lasers that put the audience right in the middle of the action, transporting them to the heart of a Mexican palenque. Fuerza delivers a setlist full of their historic hits, bringing fans on a musical journey spanning their entire career. Fuerza’s creativity and the chemistry between band members and their fans is what drives their immersive and innovative concert experiences, solidifying Fuerza Regida’s status as one of the leading live acts in Mexican music today.

Fronted by Jesús Ortiz Paz, the San Bernardino-native group has taken the US and Mexico by storm. Fuerza Regida’s popularity has grown significantly since their 2023 Billboard Music Award wins and the success of their #1 album Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada, home to mega-hits like “TQM,” “Harley Quinn” ft. Marshmello, and “CRAZYZ.” . Earlier this year, Fuerza shared the heartfelt EP, Dolido Pero No Arreptentido, home to their Billboard Hot 100-charting single “TU NAME.” With several Hot 100 hits and a torrid live show, the band continues to expand their reach and solidify their place as a power player in the music industry.

Stay tuned for much more information about Fuerza Regida in the near future.

All Pero No Te Enamores press assets HERE

Tickets for Fuerza Regida shows are available HERE

Shop Fuerza Regida x New Era: https://fuerzaregida.com/

Fuerza Regida Facts & Stats:

• Formed in San Bernardino, CA in 2015, the five-man group is composed of lead singer/songwriter Jesús Ortiz Paz (aka JOP), Samuel Jaimez on requinto, Khrystian Ramos on armonía/guitarron, José Garcia on Tuba, and Moises Lopez on Tololoche
• In 2023, Fuerza Regida became the first Latin band to be No. 1 on the “Top Artists – Duo/Group” list of Billboard‘s year-end charts, and won 2023 Billboard Music Awards for Top Duo/Group and Top Latin Duo/Group
• Fuerza’s collaboration with Marshmello, “Harley Quinn,” became their first song to reach #1 on the Latin Airplay Chart, generated over 395 million streams on Spotify, and peaked at #40 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2023
• The group has placed 7 albums and EPs in the Top 10 of Billboard’s Top Latin Albums chart, including their October 2023 album, Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada, which reached at #1 on the Billboard Latin Albums chart, and debuted at #14 on the Billboard 200, behind 53 million on-demand streams during its opening week, the third-largest opening total for a regional Mexican album to date
• 30 Million Monthly listeners on Spotify, #143 in the world
• Most recently, the group shared their new EP, Dolido Pero No Arrepentido, which debuted at #7 on Billboard’s Latin Albums chart and at #2 on Billboard’s Regional Mexican Albums chart, and every song from the EP charted on Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart
• Beyond their headlining tour, Fuerza Regida will headline Baja Beach Fest in Rosarito Beach, MX (August 13)

Stream Dolido Pero No Arrepentido: spotify | apple

Stream Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada: spotify | apple

Pero No Te Enamores Tour Dates: 
Jul 26         Atlanta, GA                       State Farm Arena
Jul 27         Tampa, FL                        Amalie Arena
Jul 28         Sunrise, FL                      Amerant Bank Arena
Aug 02       Greensboro, NC              Greensboro Coliseum Complex
Aug 03       Washington, D.C.            Capital One Arena
Aug 04       Belmont Park, NY            UBS Arena
Aug 09       Boise, ID                          ExtraMile Arena
Aug 10       Feria Lagos De Moreno   Lagos De Moreno
Aug 11       Rosarito Beach, MX         Baja Beach Fest
Aug 16       Milwaukee, WI                  Fiserv Forum
Aug 17       Indianapolis, IN                Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Aug 30       New Orleans, LA              Smoothie King Center
Sep 01       Tinley Park, IL                   Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre – SOLD OUT
Sep 06       Salt Lake City, UT             Delta Center
Sep 08       Denver, CO                       Ball Arena
Sep 12       Reno, NV                          Reno Events Center
Sep 15       Las Vegas, NV                  T-Mobile Arena
Sep 19       Fort Worth, TX                  Dickes Arena
Sep 20       San Antonio, TX                Frost Bank Center
Sep 21       El Paso, TX                       UTEP Don Haskins Center
Sep 22       Rio Rancho, NM                Rio Rancho Events Center
Sep 28       Anaheim, CA                     Honda Center – SOLD OUT
Sep 29       Palm Desert, CA               Acrisure Arena – SOLD OUT
Oct 05        Sacramento, CA               Golden 1 Center
Oct 11        Leon, MX                          Mega Velaria
Oct 12        Mexico City, MX              Plaza De Toros
Oct 25        Tulsa, OK                         BOK Center
Oct 27        North Charlson, SC        North Charleston Coliseum
Oct 31        Monterrey, MX                Arena Monterrey
Nov 01       Monterrey, MX                Arena Monterrey
Nov 02       Torreon, MX                    Coliseo Centenario
Nov 07       Oaxaca, MX                    Auditorio GNP
Nov 08       Puebla, MX                     Auditorio GNP Seguros
Nov 09       San Luis Potosi, MX       El Domo
Nov 15       Inglewood, CA                Intuit Dome
Nov 16       Inglewood, CA                Intuit Dome – SOLD OUT
Nov 23       Bakersfield, CA               Mechanics Bank Arena
Nov 27       Glendale, AZ                   Desert Diamond Arena
Dec 05       Rosemont, IL                  Allstate Arena
Dec 08       Reading, PA                   The Santander Arena
Dec 15       Nashville, TN                  Bridgestone Arena

Contact:
For Fuerza Regida, please contact:
Kerry Harrison, Audible Treats

Press Portal:
To apply for media credentials for concert coverage:
livenation.com/pressrequests

Background:

About Fuerza Regida
Mexican regional band Fuerza Regida’s music has taken Mexico by storm , and is also making a big impact on the American charts. The prolific band has released eight albums in three years, with their second album, 2019’s Del Barrio Hasta Aqui, entering the Regional Mexican Charts at #1. Their 2018 single “Sigo Chambeando” has been streamed 300 million times on YouTube and Spotify alone. Singer/songwriter Jesús Ortiz Paz founded Fuerza Regida in 2015, originally to perform covers of their favorite songs. Slowly their fan base grew, and after two years they went viral with an original track called “Radicamos en South Central.” The tune was uploaded to Jesús’s personal YouTube channel and blew up. Jesus also maintains his popular YouTube channel (which boasts nearly 1,000,000 Million subscribers), augmenting Fuerza Regida videos with inventive content. His most recent releases include an EP, Dolido Pero No Arrepentido, that went #1 Global with no features. Currently, Jesús Ortiz Paz is the owner and CEO of Street Mob Records, one of the most important regional Mexican music record labels, which opens the doors to new artists and composers, taking their careers to the highest levels of the entertainment industry.

About Spotify
Spotify’s platform revolutionized music listening forever when we launched in 2008. Our move into podcasting brought innovation and a new generation of listeners to the medium, and in 2022 we entered the next audio market primed for growth with the addition of audiobooks.

Today, more listeners than ever can discover, manage, and enjoy over 100 million tracks, 5 million podcasts titles, and 350,000 audiobooks a la carte on Spotify. We are the world’s most popular audio streaming subscription service with more than 615 million users, including 239 million subscribers in more than 180 markets.We use our Investors and For the Record websites as well as other social media listed in the “Resources – Social Media” tab of our Investors website to disclose material company information.

Links:

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

Jesús Ortiz Paz: instagram
Moises Lopez: instagram
Khrys Ramos: instagram
Pelon Garcia: instagram
Samuelon Jaimez: instagram

Dolido Pero No Arrepentido: spotify | apple

“CRAZYZ”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EX5WEmTCcgA

Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada: spotify | apple

Buy tickets for Fuerza’s “Pero No Te Enamores” Tour HERE

7.23.2024

Afro Nation Detroit Announces Daily Lineups, Single-Day Passes Now Available

Returning to the Motor City from August 17-18, the Festival Welcomes Headliners Lil Wayne, Asake, Rema, and PartyNextDoor

All Passes For Afro Nation Detroit Are Now Available HERE

A Vibrant Celebration of Global Black Music, Afro Nation Boasts a Diverse and Star-Studded Undercard, Featuring Afrobeats Heavy-Hitters Kizz Daniel and Omah Lay, Rising Stars Like Amaarae and Ruger, Detroit Local Hero Kash Doll, and Amapiano Legends DJ Maphorisa, Uncle Waffles, and More on the Piano People Stage

Critical Praise:

Featured on CNN

Featured in The New Yorker

“…Afro Nation has the accolade of being the world’s biggest festival centered on Afrobeats music.” – Billboard

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

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

“…Afro Nation Miami had an unmistakable African essence, fusing afrobeats, amapiano, and reggae.” – Variety

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

The Announcement:

Uniting the biggest names in Global Black music in a city known for its history of musical innovation, Afro Nation Detroit 2024 will be one of the must-attend festivals of the summer. Today, Afro Nation announces the daily lineups for the second annual festival, featuring enough international stars to fill two action packed days in the Motor City.

Saturday features a show-stopping array of African stars, headlined by global hitmaker Rema, Nigerian stalwart Kizz Daniel, Afro-fusion innovator Omah Lay, and ascendant icon Ayra Starr. The fest’s first day also features a performance by Detroit local hero Kash Doll, Detroit singer Charity, newly added to the bill, and South African amapiano aces Uncle Waffles and Musa Keys on the Piano People stage. Sunday rolls out the red carpet for an international all-star team, led by rap legend Lil Wayne, Nigerian crowd-mover Asake, Canadian R&B loverman PartyNextDoor, dancehall queen Shenseea, the smooth-voiced Adekunle Gold, and acclaimed rising artists Amaarae and Ruger. Legendary producers Scorpion Kings headline the Piano People stage, with support from DBN Gogo and many more.

The only scheduled Afro Nation event in the United States in 2024, Afro Nation Detroit returns to Bedrock’s Douglass Site from August 17th-18th, 2024. Single-day and 2-day passes for Afro Nation Detroit 2024 are available now at detroit.afronation.com. 

Afro Nation is quickly becoming an institution in Detroit, engaging the community and presenting some of the finest music in the international scene. Headlined last year by Burna Boy and Davido, Afro Nation Detroit 2023 drew tens of thousands of attendees each day to Bedrock’s Douglass Site, once a historically significant housing project in Detroit that was the first federally funded housing project for African Americans in the United States and the former home of legends like Diana Ross and Smokey Robinson. Before the festival, Afro Nation hosted a series of Homecoming Conversations for industry professionals and artists, covering topics including musical innovation, entrepreneurship, and more.

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

Head to detroit.afronation.com for passes and more information

Access the Afro Nation Detroit 2024 press application HERE

Watch the Aftermovie for #AND2023: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qg75KPxWB4

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

Afro Nation Detroit 2024 is presented by Bedrock and The Malachite Group.

Please contact Michelle, Kevin, Destiny, or T’Keyah for more info.

Background:

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

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

Links:

official site | twitter | instagram

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

7.24.2024

Video: wolfacejoeyy – “finsta“

Continuing to Rise in the Wake of His Valentino Album, The 21-Year-Old Staten Island Native Brings Baddies to Bushwick in the Colorful Video For His Ultra-Cool Summer Anthem

Critical Praise:

“Known for his sexy drill singalongs, wolfacejoeyy is one of the most exciting rising rappers from NYC’s “forgotten borough,” Staten Island. The 21-year-old seamlessly weaves hooky, charismatic rhymes into signature Staten-style instrumentals.” – GRAMMY.com

“wolfacejoeyy has built a cult following on SoundCloud thanks to his production style and unique lyricism.” – Variety

“Staten Island’s wolfacejoeyy uses his weightless vocals (he’s got some OVO R&B in him) to review the roster of girls he wants to spoil—and steal from their boyfriends, if necessary.” – Pitchfork

“The Staten Island, N.Y. native is bringing a unique blend of sexy drill music and sing-songy rhymes.” – XXL

“‘Now, at 21, Joeyy knows he’s on the cusp of musical renown.” – HYPEBEAST

“wolfacejoeyy is an artist who defies all labels. A native of Staten Island, the eclectic rapper/singer/producer combines elements of sexy drill, trap, Jersey Club, and more for his unique sound for his ever-grown fanbase. His smooth rhymes and catchy melodic hooks have propelled him to carve out his own space on the music landscape.” – BET

“He’s making the kind of songs that get stuck in your head after just a few listens.” – Lyrical Lemonade

The Video:

Combining underground influences into a breezy and melodic package, wolfacejoeyy is using his melodic charm to make major waves in the rap game. Recruiting some beautiful friends for a classic Brooklyn summer evening, the 21-year-old artist shares the video for “finsta,” his latest single. Released in June as part of a double single, alongside “bia,” “finsta” is a smooth depiction of modern love, as joeyy flirts his way onto his intended’s close friends Instagram list, and attempts to grow more involved in her digital life: “Put me in a picture, I wanna know the real you/Can I get your finsta,” he lilts. In the video, joeyy brings four of his most attractive friends to Bushwick, as he opens up the fire hydrant and dances through a colorful, brownstone-laden block. 

“finsta/bia” are Wolfacejoeyy’s latest singles following the release of his debut album Valentino. The album is home to the viral hit “cake,” along with acclaimed singles like the heartfelt “don’t be dishonest,” and “I Know,” produced by WhereIs22. “cake” has quickly become a fan-favorite, generating over 160K combined views across social platforms before its official release, earning co-signs from stars like Sexyy Red, Rubi Rose, Veeze, and Kaliii on social media. The song has inspired more than 55.1k video creations on TikTok. The flirty music video for “cake” recently surpassed 4.8 million views on YouTube, becoming joeyy’s most-viewed video to date. Featuring additional production from Synthetic and many others, Valentino is available now on all platforms.

With a new project under his belt, joeyy is aiming to improve upon his breakout 2023, in which he partnered with Whereis22, on the acclaimed EP 22Joeyy. The album featured the single “weekend” ft. Cash Cobain & Chow Lee, acclaimed by Pitchfork, and additional guest spots from SoFaygo and B-Lovee. Joeyy discussed the project in an interview with BET, and a profile in HYPEBEAST that came out earlier this year, and his fiery 2023 inspired Complex to place him on their list of Rappers to Watch in 2024. After the success of 22Joeyy, joeyy kept the train rolling, opening for Eem Triplin on tour, throwing a headlining show earlier this year at Baby’s All Right in Brooklyn, and delivering a standout performance at Rolling Loud California 2024. joeyy is currently on tour with 4Batz as the OVO artist’s direct support.

With over 1 million streams per week on his catalog, joeyy is turning heads, ready to solidify his spot as NYC’s next up. Stay tuned for more.

Watch “finsta”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kde6MSguLEg

Stream “finsta/bia” here: https://wolfacejoeyy.lnk.to/finsta-bia

Photographed by Luca Marie (@lucamarieg)
Styled by Uma Natalia & Luca Marie (@umaluvintage)

Please contact Michelle or T’Keyah for more info.

Links:

instagram | tiktok | twitter | spotify | youtube

“finsta” video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kde6MSguLEg

“finsta / bia”: https://wolfacejoeyy.lnk.to/finsta-bia

Valentino: https://wolfacejoeyy.lnk.to/valentino

“double tap”: http://wolfacejoeyy.lnk.to/DoubleTap / https://youtu.be/zQ341otFdGY

“I Know”: http://wolfacejoeyy.lnk.to/IKnow / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xfd7Otn-ySE

“don’t be dishonest”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXcDpJQe2Go

“cake”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N0_DM9lrHiM

“cake” / “don’t be dishonest”: http://wolfacejoeyy.lnk.to/2pack

“wya”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhtRpwi-Q7Q

“buku” ft. SoFaygo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lj94OvX4PRk

“weekend” ft. Cash Cobain & Chow Lee: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fcT-z922Ts0

22Joeyy: https://wolfacejoeyy.lnk.to/22Joeyy

7.19.2024

Lupe Fiasco Announces Nationwide “Samurai Tour,” Kicking Off This Fall

Tickets Available on Friday, July 26th at 10am Local Time

Across 19 Dates, the Masterful Chicago Rapper Will Perform Songs From His Acclaimed New Album Samurai, and Highlights From His Decades-Long Career

Critical Praise for Samurai:

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

“Lupe Fiasco reunites with producer Soundtrakk for a jazzy, subdued album that weighs the challenges and indignities of sustaining a career in the arts.” – Pitchfork

“Lupe paints a sincere masterpiece with Samurai, reminding those that his pen is unparalleled even in a conceptual mood.” – BET

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

“With meditative focus and sharp craftsmanship, Lupe Fiasco’s Samurai album lives up to its name.” – Okayplayer

The Announcement:

20 years into his esteemed career, Lupe Fiasco can still turn heads with his unparalleled pen game. After earning rapturous acclaim for Samurai, his ninth studio album, the Chicago emcee prepares to take the new music on the road, with the “Samurai Tour,” starting this Fall. Kicking off in NYC (Terminal 5) on October 3rd, the “Samurai Tour” crosses the nation for 19 dates, stopping in cities like Atlanta (Variety Playhouse) on November 14th, and his hometown of Chicago (Salt Shed) on November 10th, before concluding in Los Angeles (Novo) on November 24th.

Tickets for “Samurai Tour” are available on Friday, July 26th at 10am local time HERE.

“Samurai Tour” Dates:

10/3    New York, NY (Terminal 5)
10/4    Hartford, CT (The Webster)
10/5    Philadelphia, PA (Union Transfer)
10/6    Boston, MA (Royale)
10/10  Columbus, OH (Columbus Athenaeum)
10/11  Cleveland, OH (TempleLive Cleveland Masonic)
10/18  Fort Collins, CO (Washington’s FoCo)
10/19  Denver, CO (Summit)
10/24  Solana Beach, CA (Belly Up)
10/25  Ventura, CA (Ventura Music Hall)
10/26  Pomona, CA (Fox Theater Pomona)
11/9    St. Louis, MO (The Factory at The District)
11/10  Chicago, IL (Salt Shed)
11/14  Atlanta, GA (Variety Playhouse)
11/15  Norfolk, VA (The NorVa)
11/16  Washington, D.C. (The Howard Theatre)
11/21  San Francisco, CA (The Warfield)
11/22  Santa Cruz, CA (The Catalyst)
11/24  Los Angeles, CA (The Novo)

Smooth, yet cerebral, Samurai is produced in full by Lupe’s longtime collaborator Soundtrakk–the second and second-straight full-length collab between producer and artist after 2022’s DRILL MUSIC IN ZION–and the first album that Lupe and Soundtrakk worked on with their longtime manager, and 1st & 15th co-CEO Charles “Chill” Patton, since 2007’s The Cool. Executive-produced by Patton, the album is home to singles like the acclaimed “Samurai,” the lyrical showcase “Cake,” and the warm “No. 1 Headband.”

Though the album is loosely inspired by the artistry of Amy Winehouse, conceptualized by Lupe as a battle rapper plying her trade in competitions, Lupe has called the album one of his “more personal records to date”: “It’s not a full biography, but my personal experiences are tied up in all of my music. A lot of the records are me. Some are from the POV of a character. and some are me. The album weaves things from my life as an artist, touching on things other artists go through.”

Released in late June, the album earned praise from Pitchfork (7.4), Clash Magazine, BET, Okayplayer, HotNewHipHop, The Needle Drop (8/10), and many other outlets. Lupe and Soundtrakk also sat down with Rolling Stone to give a revealing track-by-track breakdown of the 8-song effort. Samurai is available on all platforms, and at your local record store, via Lupe’s label 1st & 15th.

Stay tuned for more from Lupe and 1st & 15th as the year moves along.

Stream Samurai: https://orcd.co/lupe-samurai

Samurai tracklist:

1. Samurai
2. Mumble Rap
3. Cake
4. Palaces
5. No. 1 Headband
6. Bigfoot
7. Outside
8. Til Eternity

Credit: Karl Ray

Please contact Michelle or Kevin for more info.

Background:

Wasalu Muhammad Jaco, better known by his stage name Lupe Fiasco, is a Chicago-born, Grammy award-winning American rapper, record producer, entrepreneur, and community advocate. Rising to fame in 2006, following the success of his debut album, Food & Liquor, Lupe has released nine acclaimed studio albums; his latest being Samurai, released in the summer of 2024. His efforts to propagate conscious material helped solidify him as GQ’s Man of the Year in 2006, and garnered recognition as a Henry Crown Fellow. While musical genius and ingenuity are at the forefront of Lupe’s achievements, the artist extends his innovation to projects that aim to foster creative discourse and opportunities in underprivileged and impoverished communities. Last year, the iconic Chicago native settled into his position as a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he teaches “Rap Theory and Practice.” Beyond music, Lupe continues to focus on the community organizations he founded, including We Are M.U.R.A.L, The Neighborhood Start-Up Fund, Society of Spoken Art, and his cross-cultural content venture, Studio SV.

Links:

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

Buy tickets for the “Samurai Tour”: https://www.lupefiasco.com/shows

Samurai: https://orcd.co/lupe-samurai

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

“Cake”: https://orcd.co/lupe-cake

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

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

7.19.2024

Song: Skylar Blatt – “Wake Up (Acoustic)“

Following the Success of Her Collaboration with Chris Brown, Cincinnati Native and ILWT/Saint Ka$h/Arista Signee Skylar Delivers an Uplifting Acoustic Version of “Wake Up”

Critical Praise:

Billboard’s Hip-Hop/R&B Fresh Picks – October 30, 2023

“Cincinnati rapper Sade Johnson, better known as “Skylar Blatt” is one of my favorite female up-and-coming artists. Her story is so raw and genuine, that it’s not hard not to fall in love with her aura.” – Lyrical Lemonade

“Unbridled, unbreakable, and undeniable bars” – 24Hip-Hop

The Video:

Emerging from a rough upbringing to become her city’s most promising talent, Cincinnati native Skylar Blatt is ready to take over the Midwest and beyond. Today, the ILWT/Saint Ka$h/Aristasignee dropped the acoustic version of her Chris Brown collab, “Wake Up.” Following the track’s meteoric success with over 5.9M YouTube views and 10.7M Spotify streams, Blatt wanted to offer up a stripped down rendition for fans to add to their summer soundtracks.

On top of a clean guitar performance, Blatt showcases her ability to deliver no matter the BPM. Tapping into her melodic instincts, she weaves her inspirational bars into an irresistible rhythm that only adds to the acoustic vibe. You can hear the smile in Skylar’s voice as she rhymes, expressing gratitude for her god-given talent and finding comfort in the journey she’s building.

In regards to the original track, the collaboration came about organically: Chris became familiar with Skylar after he saw her perform her song “F*ck Fame” on From The Block and posted the clip on his Instagram. After Skylar reached out to thank him, the two developed a friendship and connected when Chris came through Ohio, where they promised that they would work together on a song. That song became “Wake Up,” and the two joined forces in Breezy’s neighborhood in Los Angeles to film the video.

“Wake Up” is only the first step in Skylar’s rise from the Queen City to the top of the rap game. Raised by a single mother as one of six, Skylar turned to hip-hop to escape the troubles of her youth, developing a style derived from the best East Coast and Midwest rappers. She first gained attention with freestyles she posted on her Instagram, eventually gaining an early co-sign from Meek Mill, and a glowing profile from Lyrical Lemonade. In 2022, Skylar started collaborating with some of the finest rappers in the midwest, connecting with Babyface Ray and fellow Cincinnati rapper Midwest Milly for “Exactly,” racking up over 800k YT views, and teaming with Icewear Vezzo for the sinister “God Forbid.” A lifelong Bengals fan, she teamed with fellow Ohioan Doe Boy to craft “BENGALS (SUPER BOWL),” an anthem meant to cheer on Joe Burrow and company as they played in Super Bowl LVI. In October 2023, Skylar shared her mixtape Blatt SZN, home to “God Forbid” and ten other Cincy slappers. The tape won her a fan in Lola Brooke, who hopped on a remix to her song “F*ck Fame.” Before “Wake Up,” Skylar released her single “Laughin To Tha Bank,” a hard-hitting anthem that is already beginning to impact local radio in Cincinnati.

Now, as the inaugural signee to Saint Ka$h Records, the record label founded by Kendell “Sav” Freeman, Skylar is looking to become the next Midwest rapper to break things open. With more music on the way, the Queen City queen is ready to defy the odds and take over Summer 2024. Watch this space–the Sky is the limit.

Stream “Wake Up” (Acoustic): https://skylarblatt.lnk.to/WakeUpAcoustic

Watch “Wake Up” ft. Chris Brown: http://SkylarBlatt.lnk.to/WakeUpVideo

Stream “Wake Up” ft. Chris Brown: https://skylarblatt.lnk.to/WakeUp

Photo credit: Shawn Hanna

Please contact Michelle or Annjie for more info.

Background:

When a lane doesn’t exist, Skylar Blatt will create one. The Cincinnati-born rapper has always thought beyond the confines of her circumstances and her city. She spits raw truth about the struggle, holding nothing back as she recollects trials, tribulations, and triumphs via her music. Generating millions of streams independently and earning the endorsement of everyone from Lyrical Lemonade to Meek Mill, her hunger has no comparison on a series of releases for Arista and more to come.

Links:

instagram | spotify | youtube | twitter | tiktok

“Wake Up” (Acoustic): https://skylarblatt.lnk.to/WakeUpAcoustic

“Wake Up” ft. Chris Brown: http://SkylarBlatt.lnk.to/WakeUp / http://SkylarBlatt.lnk.to/WakeUpVideo

“Laughin To Tha Bank”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtOZcRYk5QA

7.19.2024

Album: Jay Fizzle – Who Is Grizzape

Paper Route Empire’s Longest Tenured Signee Chronicles His Rise From Tough Times on Grape Street to Hood Stardom On His 12-Track New Effort, With Appearances from Key Glock, Kashh Mir, and a Posthumous Verse from Big Scarr

Critical Praise:

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

“Choosing some of the more interesting production to rhyme over, Jay Fizzle’s frankness and the flows he has on tap keep him in the convo as the whole city takes off.” – XXL Mag

“10 Rappers You Should Know Right Now” – DJ Booth

“The tape serves as both a testament to Memphis’ current rap preeminence and Fizzle’s own dexterity. He saves perhaps the hardest for last on the tape, attacking a looped vocal sample and towering percussion with ferocity.” – DJ Booth

“Jay Fizzle is a master of the searing street rap that serves as the bass-booming heart of Memphis music.” – The Hype Magazine

The Video:

Blessed with a tough-talking, yet charming southern drawl, Jay Fizzle is the realest on the Memphis streets. Delving into his past and present, the Paper Route Empire rapper shares Who Is Grizzape, a hard-hitting new project. The new project is one of Fizzle’s most reflective and introspective to date, especially on confessional songs like recent single “Letter To My Demon,” but does not sacrifice the soulful for which he is known.

Who Is Grizzape is a feast of no-holds-barred Memphis music, bringing drawly DGAF flexes and tongue-twisting bars that establish Jay Fizzle as one of the finest spittas in his city. Bass-heavy banger “Blue Takis” explains how he’s “lit like a camera”; single “Hot N Ready” simmers with the southern soul that has animated Memphis since the days of 8Ball & MJG; “Front And Back Pocket” features a slowed sample of his mentor Young Dolph, from the 2015 song “Boyz In The Hood“; and Fizzle expertly plays the lothario in the Ayoza-produced “Mr. Freaky Man.” Fizzle welcomes collaborators like his PRE cohort Key Glock, who joins him on “No Mo,” which also includes a posthumous verse from Big Scarr, and Memphis diva Kashh Mir hops on “Opp B*tch.” Who Is Grizzape is available to stream everywhere via Paper Route Empire.

Fizzle’s Who Is Grizzape continues a strong run for the Memphis rap mainstay. Last year, he shared his album F*CK BEING FAMOUS, which featured guest spots from 03 Greedo and fellow PRE soldiers Key Glock and SNUPE BANDZ. He paid tribute to his favorite Ninja Turtle, who he honors with a chain around his neck, with 2022’s DonaFizzo, which featured street hits like “Standing On Top Of Sh*t” ft. Key Glock and the heartfelt tribute “Long Live Dolph” ft. Ricco Barrino.

With Who Is Grizzape on the way, Fizzle follows his mentor Young Dolph’s footsteps, promising to dig deep into his mastery of Memphis music and deliver a set for the Tennessee trap heads. Sit back and watch him rise to the top of his city’s busy scene.

Stream Who Is Grizzape: https://music.empi.re/whoisgrizzape

Watch “Letter To My Demon”: https://youtu.be/jUYs9Tw7k68

Watch “Hot N Ready”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_p3dQfEE6w

Who Is Grizzape? tracklist

1. Who Is Grizzape
2. Blue Takis
3. 6AM
4. Letter To My Demon
5. No Mo ft. Key Glock & Big Scarr
6. Mr. Freaky Man (Prod. by Ayoza)
7. Front And Back Pocket
8. My Time
9. Opp B*tch ft. Kashh Mir & Baby Mama #10
10. Hot N Ready
11. Bottom Boy Survivor
12. Stand On It

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

Links:

instagram | twitter | youtube

Who Is Grizzape: https://music.empi.re/whoisgrizzape

“Hot N Ready”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_p3dQfEE6w

“Still The Same” ft. 03 Greedo: https://youtu.be/-0lRpfdMdjQ

“YBR”: https://youtu.be/s_FcTuNO5wk?si=8x21T50Ab9P21txE

“Built For This”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlQuNmNpR1E

“F*ck Being Famous”: https://youtu.be/elfxVnsJoz4

“Back Breaker”: https://youtu.be/HiSCdeIf7k0?si=T-Z1uYh6uOTDC8Rh

“Good Fellas” ft. SNUPE BANDZ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrZgXFlIQao

F*CK BEING FAMOUS: https://music.empi.re/fuckbeingfamous

“Dickie Set”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQPegPB1c3U

“Been Going Crazy”: https://youtu.be/eGHHMr709HU / https://music.empi.re/crazyjay

“Nike Check”: https://youtu.be/c88QI8n7lcE

“King Sh*t”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmhoR5Kh4Wo

“Granny Happy”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rp6b6FQtO0o

“Gucci Mane”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bs5wdrUdqgk

DonaFizzo (Deluxe): https://music.empi.re/donafizzodeluxe

“Won’t Cost Sh*t”: https://youtu.be/8Ws-gD-TTJE

“Dust Town Livin” ft. Big Scarr & Big Moochie Grape: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AsMCkMH65Ys

DonaFizzo: https://music.empi.re/donafizzo

“Atmosphere”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4h0abrTxOE

“Standing On Top Of Sh*t” ft. Key Glock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40_4__6mKYM

Paper Route Empire Presents: Long Live Dolph: https://music.empi.re/longliveyoungdolph

PAPER ROUTE iLLUMINATi: https://music.empi.re/preilluminati

7.19.2024

Video: That Mexican OT – “Cowboy In A Escalade” ft. Trapboy Freddy

The 2024 XXL Freshman Represents For His Home State on the Road In the Latest Video From Texas Technician

Critical Praise:

“That Mexican OT is a consummate entertainer: Sometimes he’s a down-and-dirty villain who cheats to win, other times he’s a comical babyface and a boisterous drunk… All the while, 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 conquered the rap game with a million-watt smile and an impossibly dexterous flow. The Bay City, TX native comes through once again with a high quality video from Texas Technician, giving the visual treatment to the simmering anthem, “Cowboy In A Escalade.” A collaboration with Dallas rapper Trapboy Freddy, “Cowboy In A Escalade” finds the 2024 XXL Freshman trading in his trusty steed for something with a bit more horsepower, as he rides in luxury from tour date to tour date. The video, directed by OT’s frequent collaborator DGreen Filmz, depicts scenes from his current tour, as he kicks it with friends like his tourmate Maxo Kreambackstage and poses with the titular Cadillac.

That Mexican OT is currently on the road on a nationwide 2024 tour, featuring support from fellow Houston rapper Maxo Kream and his close confidante and “Johnny Dang” collaborator DRODi. Kicking off in Louisville, Kentucky on June 12, the tour criss-crosses the country for 33 dates, with stops in New York on July 23, and festivals like Austin City Limits. Earlier this summer, OT headlined a show at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado, and performed at Lyrical Lemonade’s Summer Smash, where he rendezvoused with Nardwuar for an interview. The tour also features ten different dates in OT’s home state of Texas, stopping at underserved markets in the state for one of their biggest concerts of the year. Tickets for That Mexican OT’s upcoming tour are available at ThatMexicanOT.net

That Mexican OT is continuing a hot streak that has made him one of the most exciting breakthrough rap stars of the decade so far. He started his legendary run with “Johnny Dang” ft. Drodi & Paul Wall, which spent 12 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100, appeared on his album Lonestar Luchador, and recently, earned a PLATINUM certification from the RIAA. Acclaimed by Pitchfork (7.5), last July’s Lonestar Luchador made an immediate impact, reaching #1 on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart and peaking at #59 on the Billboard 200. Last fall, That Mexican OT completed the “Lonestar Luchador Tour,” the Bay City native’s first-ever headlining tour, selling out dozens of dates across the country. The rapper earned “Best Of 2023” notices from The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Complex, and Pitchfork. Recently, OT tore it up at Rolling Loud California 2024, performing his hits in front of thousands of fans, and sat down with Joe Rogan for a wide-ranging discussion that became the most-listened to podcast in the United States on Spotify on its day of release.

Recently named a 2024 XXL Freshman and one of the 7 Artists Shaping the Sound of 2024 by The New York Times, on top of recent interviews with the Los Angeles Times, SPIN Magazine, and his hometown Houston Chronicle, That Mexican OT is outta here. Stay tuned for much more from the Bay City, TX rhymer as he launches into the stratosphere.

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

Buy That Mexican OT concert tickets at ThatMexicanOT.net

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

Texas Technician tracklist: 

1. 2.02.99
2. Point Em Out (with DaBaby)
3. Chicken Strips & Ass (feat. Paul Wall)
4. Bull Riding (feat. DRODi & Slim Thug)
5. Wockhardt (feat. Le$)
6. Function (feat. Propain)
7. Texas Pledge (feat. Z-Ro)
8. Crooked Officer (feat. Z-Ro)
9. Cowboy In A Escalade (feat. Trapboy Freddy)
10. Comin Down (feat. OTB Fastlane)
11. Glocks & Hammers
12. Twisting Fingers (feat. MoneyBaggYo)
13. Hola (feat. Fredo Bang)
14. In The Air (feat. Hogg Booma)
15. Mucho Gracias
16. Kick Doe Freestyle (feat. Homer & Mone)

Credit: Dorian Green

The Background:

That Mexican OT is one of the biggest breakout stars in the rap game. Check below to read some facts and figures about OT and his rise:

• The 25-year-old rapper was born in Bay City, Texas, a rough-and-tumble town 1 hour south of Houston, which residents appropriately call “Be Careful Texas”
• That Mexican OT’s new album, Texas Technician, features guest spots from Moneybagg Yo, DaBaby, Fredo Bang, Paul Wall, and a all-star lineup of Texan talent, has been racking up millions of streams per day since its release, en route to a #64 debut on the Billboard 200. The mixtape spent a total of 5 weeks on the Billboard 200.
• That Mexican OT recently performed a standout set at the Rolling Loud California music festival – watch his set HERE
• OT’s single, “02.02.99,” is one of his most successful yet, with over 40 million streams since its early January release; “02.02.99” peaked at #74 on the Billboard Hot 100
• That Mexican OT was named an Artist To Watch For 2024 by Spotify and a “Breakthrough Artist to Watch” by Amazon Music
• That Mexican OT earned “Best of 2023” mentions from outlets such as The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Complex, and Pitchfork, who included OT in its “Best Songs of 2023” and “Best Music By Latine and Spanish Artists in 2023” lists
• OT’s career launched into the stratosphere when he shared the viral hit “Johnny Dang” ft. Paul Wall & Drodi, which has generated hundreds of millions of streams and climbed the Billboard Hot 100, reaching #65 peak, reaching Top 20 peaks on Billboard’s Hot Rap Songs (#14) and Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (#19) charts, and becoming OT’s first song to earn a GOLD certification from the RIAA
• His 2023 album Lonestar Luchador was a breakout success, peaking at #59 on the Billboard 200; the album also peaked at #1 on Billboard Heatseekers and at #6 on Apple Music’s All-Genre Charts, and earned mention on UPROXX’s Best Albums of 2023 list
• Recently profiled by the Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, XXL’s The Break, Billboard, SPIN Magazine, Passion Of The Weiss, HITS Daily Double, and his hometown Houston Chronicle

Please contact Michelle or Chris for more info.

Links:

official site | instagram | spotify | youtube | tiktok

Buy That Mexican OT concert tickets at ThatMexicanOT.net

“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

“OMG”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9lsGaAfxjw

“Cowboy In New York”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__HHZcBswN4

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

“Groovin (Remix)”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTDgWN3ZbNA

“Matagorda” ft. Hogg Booma: https://youtu.be/txX3yRVhJ2c

“Skelz”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_6wE1nOiL4

“15 Missed Calls” ft. Sploosh God: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_6wE1nOiL4

“Opp Or 2” ft. Maxo Kream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FEBBQIevpI

“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

7.19.2024

Video: 1Up Tee – “Zoned Out”

The Detroit Rapper Lays His Cards On The Table On Newest Single And Accompanying Video For “Zoned Out”

Critical Praise:

“As the public only becomes more (rightfully) skeptical of media and celebrity, there’s constant demand for artists who keep it real. Enter 1Up Tee: A fresh-faced Detroit rapper currently blowing up off a string of concept singles that get at the contradictions and unrealistic expectations of a social media-enabled society.” – Pitchfork

“1Up Tee is really a sociologist at heart. Dissecting what’s going on around him, with a scientific level of curiosity and precision, gives his music a really vibrant honesty.” – Passion of the Weiss

The Video:

1Up Tee is the kind of rapper that walks his talk. In his newest single, “Zoned Out,” the westside Detroit native gives listeners a glimpse into his past and shows his haters how far he’s come in the rap game. From juggling big dreams to juggling racks and countless lovers, bars like “I can’t go back to being sad an exhausted,” and “I was that kid that never talked, look how I turned out,”demonstrate Tee’s determination to make it to the top. In the single’s accompanying video, Tee puts his swag on full display as he spits his licks surrounded by expensive merchandise and large bags of za. Sandwiched between the head bobbing beat (produced by ENRGY) and raunchy lyrics, Tee touches on lessons he’s learned along the way and his adaptability: “could have never played the game because my heart was in it, now when people do me wrong s**t, I hardly feel it,” “all this s**t that n****s said that they can’t do, I’ll do it.” Needless to say 1Up Tee isn’t giving up on himself or letting anything stop him from following in the footsteps of local legends before him.

A Smoker’s Club Records release, “Zoned Out” is the latest step in 1Up Tee’s impressive rise over the last few months and follows recent singles “Click,” a collaboration with rising artist Star Bandz, “Butt Naked”, “Young N***s,” featuring a video by No More Heroes, and “Accountability Pt. 2,” the sequel to his breakout hit, which inspired a memorable, ASL-interpreted From The Blockperformance.

Inspired by local rappers Babyface Ray and Payroll Giovanni, Tee started rapping when he was a teenager, writing about the things he observed in his hometown, and eventually teaming up with close friend D Hen 1UP to release the mixtape Y.N.A. in 2022. 1Up Tee capitalized on his hometown momentum with the single “Accountability,” released in 2022, framed as a conversation between two sides of himself–one side lamenting his lack of success so far, and the other side telling him to shape up and get to work. Late last year, Tee’s profile began to cross out of the Great Lakes region and make waves nationwide: the catalyst was “Good Karma (Freestyle),” an examination about why bad things happen to real ones, which became a viral On The Radar performance and generated over 4 million on-demand streams. He kept the karma going with January’s “Lose Lose,” which earned attention from Pitchfork, racking up over 1.8 million streams in its first six weeks. His recent inclusion on Spotify’s Fresh Finds Hip Hop playlist and a significant uptick in TikTok followers highlight his growing influence.

With influential tastemakers like Pitchfork, On The Radar, and Spotify’s Fresh Finds in his corner, along with strong co-signs from from Meek Mill, athletes like Damian Lillard and Marshawn Lynch, and fellow Detroiters including Babyface Ray, Dej Loaf, and BabyTron, 1Up Tee is ready to become the next rapper from the Motor City to become a breakout star. Stay tuned for much more.

Watch “Zoned Out”: https://youtu.be/JELmihpHNE0

Stream “Zoned Out”: https://1uptee.ffm.to/zonedout

Please contact Michelle or Annjie for more info.

Links:

instagram | spotify | youtube | tiktok

“Zoned Out”: https://youtu.be/JELmihpHNE0

“Accountability Pt. 2”: https://1uptee.ffm.to/accountabilitypt2 / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1IQPSs5KqiM&feature=youtu.be

“Lose Lose”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AF6Nv6wWJXI

“Good Karma” (On The Radar Freestyle): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=raFDa31IO7k

“Good Karma”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uqo4EfTA-sA

“Accountability”: https://youtu.be/XiU4RGapq6s?si=p5P-DwuVCxI5KLv7

7.19.2024

Video: Maxo Kream – “Eye Know” (Prod. by Evilgiane)

The Houston Native Connects Once Again with the Surf Gang Producer to Craft a Fast-Paced Rapping Clinic

Critical Praise:

Every line arrives like deftly paced camerawork, as Maxo constructs a scene worthy of a Scorcese film.” – Rolling Stone

“The secret to keeping every song so effortless and flowing, regardless of subject matter, is in the phrasing. He can boil something as complicated as friends betraying each other down to a simple and clever line.” – Pitchfork

“Maxo Kream is one of the smartest, funniest, rawest rappers out of Houston (or anywhere), a gifted storyteller with a drawl that draws you in and an eye for detail that holds your attention” – Stereogum

“His best songs are stuffed with so many specific names and places that the listener has no choice but to believe what they’re hearing as true. It’s rare for me to believe anything a rapper says these days, but with Maxo it’s different. His vulnerability and clear-sighted perspective when recounting traumatic events leads me to believe Maxo is a reliable narrator” – Passion of the Weiss

“Houston rapper Maxo Kream has been dropping singles lately, and his conversational, melodic style remains addictive each time.” – BrooklynVegan

“His discography deals in-depth with the family struggle. It’s also a reminder for all of us to listen to the whole story. Otherwise, you inevitably miss a crucial piece of the incredibly complex puzzle of his life: poverty, gang culture, his complicated relationship with his parents as an immigrant son.” – NPR

The Video:

Consistently toying with listeners’ expectations, Maxo Kream effortlessly molds underground sounds to fit his speaker-knocking Houston style. The acclaimed emcee connects with Surf Gangproducer Evilgiane for “Eye Know,” his new video single. The Surf Gang producer (known for his work with Kendrick Lamar and Earl Sweatshirt, among others) provides a beat that swings with relentless propulsion, as Maxo steps up his game, decrying haters and fakes with his double-time rhymes: “I know some n****s that’s gangsta on Insta/You catch ’em and see ’em they really some h*es/I know some n****s got millions on YouTube, but can’t do a concert, can’t sell out a show.” Directed by Michael Onipede, the video matches the song’s playful vibe, liberally using the fisheye lens as Maxo hits licks and counts the cars in his garage.

“Eye Know” is this year’s second collaboration between Maxo Kream and Evilgiane, following “Bang The Bus,” an ethereal and energetic offering that arrived in January and earned acclaim from Stereogum, Rap Radar, Hits DD, and more. “Bang The Bus” kicked off a productive 2024 for the beloved rapper. Maxo used his music to process a loss in his family, paying tribute to his hero, his father Emekwanem Ibemakanam Ogugua Biosah Sr., aka Brandon Banks, who passed away earlier this year, in the single and music video for “No Then You a H*e,“ covered in Billboard, HotNewHipHop, Brooklyn Vegan, and more. He teamed up with fellow Texan That Mexican OTfor “Talkin In Screw,” a syrupy tribute to DJ Screw and the South Texas rap scene.

A master storyteller who has succeeded for over a decade in the game on his own terms, Maxo Kream is a proud torchbearer for the Texas rap tradition. Today, the Houston heavy-hitter celebrates his birthday by sharing “Talkin In Screw,” a new single and music video featuring fellow Texan That Mexican OT. Produced by Nick Grand, the new song is Houston to its core, populated by screeching synths and thumping 808s, inviting Maxo and OT to apply their fastest flows as they flex in double-time and dare any smack-talkers to meet them face-to-face. In the final minute of the song, “Talkin In Screw” slows to a syrupy pace, putting a spotlight on Maxo’s lyrics and paying tribute to the late Houston innovator DJ Screw. Maxo is hard at work on an upcoming project, due later this year, featuring these singles and diving deep into Maxo’s personal history.

Maxo’s upcoming album is the highly-anticipated follow-up to the 2021 album Weight Of The World, which earned critical acclaim from Pitchfork, NPR, Complex, and many others. The album featured collaborations with heavy-hitters including Tyler, The Creator, A$AP Rocky, Don Toliver, and Freddie Gibbs, and was expanded with 2022’s Weight Of The World (Deluxe), adding features from Benny The Butcher, Anderson .Paak, Babyface Ray, and more. Maxo spent 2023 releasing more fiery collaborations, including “Bonecrusher” ft. Key Glock and “Whatchamacallit” ft. Luh Tyler, and working on his health: the rapper recently shared that he lost more than 75 pounds and is in better shape than ever before.

Maxo Kream is currently on tour with his good friend That Mexican OT. Buy tickets HERE

Stay tuned for much more from Maxo Kream, as he continues to perfect his personas and honor his late father in 2024.

Watch “Eye Know”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FvZtNhh16e4

Stream “Eye Know”: https://stompdown.lnk.to/eyeknow

Links:

instagram | twitter | soundcloud | spotify

“Eye Know” (Prod. by Evilgiane): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FvZtNhh16e4

“Talkin In Screw” ft. That Mexican OT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKnBQNyG-cM / https://stompdown.lnk.to/talkininscrew

“No Then You a H*e”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZyXAz5Wh_oE

“Bang The Bus” (Prod. by Evilgiane): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3rydJEwoZq0

7.19.24

Video: Samuel Shabazz – “DAXTON”

The Babyface Ray-Signee Shares The Latest Video From His Versatile New Album PLANEBOY

The Video:

A soulful wordsmith and veteran musician, Samuel Shabazz is making his way to the top of the Detroit rap game. Hot off the release of his PLANEBOY album last month, the Babyface Ray-signee shares the video for “DAXTON,” a highlight track from the project. Over thumping 808s and distorted horns, Sam shows off his tough-talking side, delivering relentless flexes about his deep pockets and hustling ways: “I really get this sh*t started, I ain’t been one to just be tryin’ / Ain’t no stoppin’ for your guy, get richer.” In the video, Sam heads to the luxury Michigan hotel the song is named after, posting up in a dimly-lit suite before heading to the club with some “planeboy” baddies. “DAXTON” continues Samuel Shabazz’s recent streak of videos from his June project PLANEBOY, including “SAY YES,” “1800 CALL SAM,” and “FOR YOU.” 

“DAXTON” is a highlight track from PLANEBOY, an 18-track effort featuring some of Motor City’s finest veterans and risers, including Babyface Ray, Talibando, Moxie Knox, and more. Inspired by both Sam’s love for aviation and the iconic Playboy “Big Bunny” private jet, the project finds Sam infusing the spirit of his hometown into his signature melodies. He shows off the lyrical talent that has earned him the title of “Detroit’s most sought-after collaborator,” experimenting with different sounds and styles on tracks like the emotional “MY BABY,” the energetic “IMA THROW THIS MONEY,” and the street banger “PLANEBOY PINK.”

PLANEBOY is Sam’s latest step in journey to the top of his city’s rap game. Growing up in Detroit’s Westside, he was introduced to music by his father, Uncle Sam, an R&B artist signed toBoyz II Men’s label during the 1990s. After spending years recording and honing his sound, Samuel met Babyface Ray through a mutual friend in 2014. The two artists bonded as brothers and began collaborating on music, like their 2019 collab album Product Of My Environment and hit track “Hall Of Fame” ft. Veeze (9M YT views). The track pushed Samuel onto new radars, leading to last year’s introspective I Changed My Mind and Samuel’s most streamed song to date “Dotted Line” ft. Veeze (1.5M YT views). 

Now with the release of PLANEBOY, the Detroit hero is ready to soar to new heights.

Watch “DAXTON”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PW3TCSmfGlE

Stream PLANEBOY:  https://music.empi.re/planeboy

PLANEBOY Tracklist:

1. RIPCUDDYWOP
2. 1800 CALL SAM
3. SAY YES
4. DAXTON
5. GREEKTOWN
6. FOR YOU
7. PLANEBOY PINK
8. TURN YOU UP
9. MY BABY
10. EXCUSE
11. IMA THROW THIS MONEY Ft. Talibando
12. HAVIN PROBLEMS
13. ALL OF THIS LOVE ft. Moxie knox
14. DIARY OF A YOUNG BLACK SLAYER
15. SOUL TIES
16. PULL ME BACK ft. Dre Butterz
17. LIFE GETS HARD ft. Babyface Ray
18. NEVER FRIENDLY II

Please contact Michelle or Alexandra for more info.

Links:

instagram | spotify | youtube

“DAXTON”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PW3TCSmfGlE

“SAY YES”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jC9y4w_xq7I

PLANE BOY: https://music.empi.re/planeboy

“1800 CALL SAM”: https://music.empi.re/1800callsam / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rah91qm-aWc

“LIFE GETS HARD” ft. Babyface Ray: https://music.empi.re/lifegetshard

“PULL ME BACK”: https://music.empi.re/pullmeback

“FOR YOU”: https://music.empi.re/foryousam / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2g6TnAq_0Y

7.17.2024

Festival d’été de Québec Recap: July 10th-14th

Continuing a 55-Year Tradition, the Québec Summer Festival Rages On With Performances From Major Artists of All Genres

The Festival’s Weekday Shows Shined a Spotlight on International Stars Including Post Malone, J Balvin, Zac Brown Band, Mötley Crüe, and More

THE RECAP:

With its array of A-list talent and close-knit community atmosphere, Festival d’été de Québec (FEQ) is unlike the usual music festival. Nestled on a hill beside the mighty St. Lawrence River, Québec City’s famed Plains of Abraham transforms from a historic battle site to a center of celebration, as tens of thousands of fans from across Canada and beyond come together to watch epic performances from some of the world’s biggest acts of all genres.

The second half FEQ 2024 was a diverse showcase of artists of all genres, from country to rock to Latin and more. Keeping the energy high after a successful first week, FEQ impressed with an EDM-focused night on Wednesday, which featured a headlining performance from DJ Alan Walkerand duo Loud Luxury. Thursday was an exciting day for country fans who enjoyed performances from Zac Brown Band, singer songwriter Charley Crockett, and the UK’s Ben Howard.

The weekend kicked off with a high energy performance from Post Malone on Friday night who’s set was as diverse as the festival’s lineup, playing everything from his rap hits to new country anthems. Kansas and Jessie Murph also played standout sets on Friday, getting the energy on point for Posty. On Saturday, FEQ transformed into a Latin paradise, with sets from headliner J Balvin and Ivan Cornejo. Sunday concluded with a massive performance from the iconic heavy metal band Mötley Crüe, who stirred the 90k-strong crowd with their chart-topping anthems.

Beyond the main acts, FEQ boasted an eclectic array of some of the best acts in Canada or anywhere else. Toronto’s Blue Rodeo electrified the Loto-Québec stage on Saturday, while early 2000’s favorites All Time Low lit up the stage on Wednesday. The SiriusXM stage also gave fans an opportunity to discover local talent like Montreal’s Martha Wainwright and folk group Les Sœurs Boulay.

Louis Bellavance, VP of Content and Artistic Direction at BLEUFEU, emphasizes the importance of the musical diversity offered: “We believe that, more than ever this year, each show found its audience. True to our tradition, we aimed to offer festival-goers a complete musical spectrum. In addition, we take pride in having prominently featured local artists, especially at the Crave Stage and the Hydro-Québec Stage, both of which were free. This underscores our commitment to the Quebec music scene and emerging talents across the board,” he notes.

Held annually since 1968, the Festival d’été de Quebec is an inviting and convivial city celebration of music, culture, and community. Check out FEQ’s Instagram for in-the-moment highlights from the festival.

FEQ will return to Quebec City July 3-13, 2025. Stay tuned for more information to experience the festival for yourself next year.

View photos of FEQ 2024 at this Dropbox (please credit photographers “FEQ/photographer name”):  https://festivaldetedequebec.pixieset.com/festivaltdetequebec-2024/04/

POST MALONE:

(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

J BALVIN:

(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

ZAC BROWN BAND:

(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

MÖTLEY CRÜE:

(Credit: FEQ / Marc Antoine Hall)

IVAN CORNEJO:

(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

ALAN WALKER:

(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

LOUD LUXURY:

(Credit: FEQ/Stephane Bourgeois)

CHARLEY CROCKETT:

(Credit: FEQ /Stephane Bourgeois)

KANSAS:

(Credit: FEQ/Sebastien Dion)

ALL TIME LOW:

(Credit: FEQ/Sebastien Dion)

JESSIE MURPH:

(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

BEN HOWARD:

(Credit: FEQ / Charline Clavier)

SCENES FROM THE FESTIVAL:

(Credit: FEQ / Marc Antoine Halle)

(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

(Credit: FEQ / Dylan Page)

(Credit: FEQ / Marc Antoine Hall)

(Credit: FEQ/Stephane Bourgeois)

Critical Praise:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Background:

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

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

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

Links:

official site | tiktok | facebook | youtube | instagram

Visit the FEQ website for FAQs and tickets: https://www.feq.ca/en

7.16.2024

Festival d’été de Québec Recap: July 4th-9th

Québec City’s Summer Festival Brought an Eclectic Lineup to the Charming City & Debuted A New Stage Design

Standouts From the Fest’s First Weekend Include: Nickelback, 50 Cent, The Jonas Brothers, Killer Mike & More

(Credit: FEQ/Stephanie Bourgeois)

THE RECAP:

An 11-day celebration of music and culture, hosted in one of North America’s most beautiful cities, Festival d’été de Québec (FEQ) is truly one-of-a-kind. Held annually since 1968, FEQ draws hundreds of thousands of fans (1.4 million total admissions!) and dozens of international artists (over 180 per year!) to Quebec’s city center for more than a week’s worth of fantastic performances on five separate stages. The summer festival, which sold out in under 90 minutes this year, makes use of The Plains of Abraham, one of the most notable historical sites in Canada, where, in 1759, the British and French fought a decisive battle in the Seven Years’ War. Now, hundreds of years later with Canada’s fate in its own hands, the Plains of Abraham (on the banks of the St. Lawrence River) is the location of the FEQ’s main stage, the Bell Stage at National Battlefields Park, with a capacity of over 90,000. FEQ is renowned for its ability to recruit some of the world’s best and biggest artists to that historic stage.

FEQ 2024 kicked off on July 4th, and its opening weekend was one for the books. The festival debuted a new stage design this year featuring 90 ft x 50 ft hydraulic screen holders, which FEQ’s Programming Director Louis Bellavance called “very Coachella-esque” in a recent interview with PollStar.

Thursday brought a headlining performances from Nickelback, who were in top form in their home country as they performed songs from their nearly 30-year career. Friday continued to bring the heat with rappers 50 Cent & Killer Mike taking the stage. Saturday brought all the nostalgic vibes with the iconic Jonas Brothers and “Call Me Maybe” sensation Carly Rae Jepsen drawing a packed crowd of pop stans. Sunday was rock night at FEQ, featuring a headlining performance from The Offspring and support from Rise Against. As the weekend came to a close, FEQ showed no signs of slowing down continuing on Monday with performances from renowned Canadian classical pianist Alexandra Stréliski and indie rock band Mt. Joy. Tuesday also spotlighted one of Canada’s top rock bands, Karkwa, as well as Ontario rockers Tokyo Police Club.

Keep an eye on FEQ’s Instagram for in-the-moment highlights from Quebec City, plus updates, guides, announcements, and much more.

Stay tuned throughout the week for much more from the one-of-a-kind festival, continuing each day til July 14th. Artists to come include Post Malone, J Balvin, Zac Brown Band, Mötley Crüe, and more.

View photos of FEQ 2024 at this Dropbox (please credit photographers “FEQ/photographer name”): https://festivaldetedequebec.pixieset.com/festivaltdetequebec-2024/04/

50 CENT:

(Credit: FEQ/Etienne Dionne)

(Credit: FEQ/Etienne Dionne)

NICKELBACK:

(Credit: FEQ/Stephane Bourgeois)

(Credit: FEQ / Stephane Bourgeois)

THE JONAS BROTHERS:

(Credit: FEQ/Seb Dion)

(Credit: FEQ/Seb Dion)

CARLY RAE JEPSEN:

(Credit: FEQ/Seb Dion)

(Credit: FEQ/Seb Dion)

KILLER MIKE:

(Credit: FEQ/Etienne Dionne)

THE OFFSPRING:

(Credit: FEQ/Stephane Bourgeois)

ALEXANDRA STRELISKI;

(Credit: FEQ/Stephane Bourgeois)

MT. JOY:

(Credit: FEQ/Seb Dion)

KARKWA:

(Credit: FEQ/Seb Dion)

SCENES FROM THE FESTIVAL:

(Credit: FEQ/Dylan Page)

(Credit: FEQ/Etienne Dionne)

(Credit: FEQ/Etienne Dionne)

(Credit: FEQ/Etienne Dionne)

(Credit: FEQ/Etienne Dionne)

(Credit: FEQ/Stephane Bourgeois)

(Credit: FEQ/Stephane Bourgeois)

(Credit: FEQ/Etienne Dionne)

Critical Praise:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Background:

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

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

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

Links:

official site | tiktok | facebook | youtube | instagram

Visit the FEQ website for FAQs and tickets: https://www.feq.ca/en

7.16.24

Fuerza Regida Announces Their Next Album, Pero No Te Enamores, Revealing Murals of the Album Artwork in Cities Across the U.S.

The Superstar Mexican Group’s Highly-Anticipated New Album Drops on July 25th via Rancho Humilde/Street Mob Records

The Band Prepares the Follow-Up to Their Chart-Topping 2023 Effort Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada, As They Begin Their Fast Selling “Pero No Te Enamores” Arena Tour 

Critical Praise:

WINNER: 2023 Billboard Music Awards (“Top Duo/Group”; “Top Latin Duo/Group”)

“Belikeada is a testament to their ability to push boundaries while staying true to their roots, ensuring that that the group remains a reckoning force in the world of Mexican and Mexican-American music” – Billboard

“Fuerza Regida embodies the idea that if you work hard enough, you can achieve your version of the American Dream. This mindset is the subject matter for many of their songs (much of their music is either about the hustle, or the rewards that come from all that hard work). They’re not all talk, either. In the last 12 months, the band has released three albums and has gone on tour across the country.” – Los Angeles Times

“Shakira and Fuerza Regida defend the working class and tell off bad bosses everywhere in the new music video for their joint single ‘El Jefe,’ or ‘The Boss.'” – Variety

The Announcement:

Chart-topping Mexican band Fuerza Regida is planning to release their new album, Pero No Te Enamores, on July 25th. Just nine days before the album’s release, the band unveils murals depicting the album’s artwork in cities across the country, including Los Angeles, New York, Miami, Chicago, and their hometown of San Bernardino, CA. Fuerza teamed up with Spotify to reveal additional billboards in Los Angeles and Mexico City. The surprise announcement indicates a new era for the top-selling group, complete with ambitious new sounds.

The follow-up to their blockbuster album Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada (which topped the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart for multiple weeks this year, and currently sits at #4), Fuerza’s upcoming Pero No Te Enamores expands their sound, taking their hybrid of traditional Mexican music and modern genres to new heights. Stay tuned for much more music from and information about Pero No Te Enamores, which releases on July 25th via Rancho Humilde/Street Mob Records/Sony Music Latin.

Fuerza Regida makes their album announcement amidst their fast-selling arena tour, the “Pero No Te Enamores Tour.” The 5-man banda have already played sold out shows in Austin, San Diego, Phoenix, and San Jose, and will hit markets like Dallas (SOLD OUT), Atlanta, and New York City in the coming weeks. The tour is a brand new and elevated production that features a full center 360 degree stage setup with lasers that put the audience right in the middle of the action, transporting them to the heart of a Mexican palenque. Delivering a setlist featuring all their historic hits, Fuerza take the fans through their most famous collaborations and a musical journey spanning their entire career. Fuerza’s creativity and the chemistry between band members and their fans is what drives their immersive and innovative concert experiences, solidifying Fuerza Regida’s status as one of the leading live acts in Mexican music today.

Fronted by Jesús Ortiz Paz, the San Bernardino-native group has taken the US and Mexico by storm. Fuerza Regida’s popularity has grown significantly since their 2023 Billboard Music Awardwins and the success of their #1 album Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada, home to mega-hits like “TQM,” “Harley Quinn” ft. Marshmello, and “CRAZYZ.” . Earlier this year, Fuerza shared the heartfelt EP, Dolido Pero No Arreptentido, home to their Billboard Hot 100-charting single “TU NAME.” Known for their high energy performances, the band continues to expand their reach and solidify their place as a power player in the music industry.

Stay tuned for much more information about Fuerza Regida in the near future.

All Pero No Te Enamores press assets HERE

Tickets for Fuerza Regida shows are available HERE

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Fuerza Regida Facts & Stats:

• Formed in San Bernardino, CA in 2015, the five-man group is composed of lead singer/songwriter Jesús Ortiz Paz (aka JOP), Samuel Jaimez on requinto, Khrystian Ramos on armonía/guitarron, José Garcia on Tuba, and Moises Lopez on Tololoche
• In 2023, Fuerza Regida became the first Latin band to be No. 1 on the “Top Artists – Duo/Group” list of Billboard‘s year-end charts, and won 2023 Billboard Music Awards for Top Duo/Group and Top Latin Duo/Group
• Fuerza’s collaboration with Marshmello, “Harley Quinn,” became their first song to reach #1 on the Latin Airplay Chart, generated over 395 million streams on Spotify, and peaked at #40 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2023
• The group has placed 7 albums and EPs in the Top 10 of Billboard’s Top Latin Albums chart, including their October 2023 album, Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada, which reached at #1 on the Billboard Latin Albums chart, and debuted at #14 on the Billboard 200, behind 53 million on-demand streams during its opening week, the third-largest opening total for a regional Mexican album to date
• Most recently, the group shared their new EP, Dolido Pero No Arrepentido, which debuted at #7 on Billboard’s Latin Albums chart and at #2 on Billboard’s Regional Mexican Albums chart, and every song from the EP charted on Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart
• Beyond their headlining tour, Fuerza Regida will headline Baja Beach Fest in Rosarito Beach, MX (August 13)

Stream Dolido Pero No Arrepentido: spotify | apple

Stream Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada: spotify | apple

Pero No Te Enamores Tour Dates: 
Jun 06        Austin, TX                    Moody Center – SOLD OUT
Jun 09        Edinburg, TX                Bert Ogden Arena – SOLD OUT
Jun 14        Oklahoma City, OK      Paycom Center
Jun 15        Ridgedale, MO             Thunder Ridge Nature Arena
Jun 16        Kansas City, MO          T-Mobile Center
Jun 20        San Diego, CA              Viejas Arena – NEW DATE
Jun 21        San Diego, CA              Viejas Arena – SOLD OUT
Jun 22        Phoenix, AZ                  Footprint Center – SOLD OUT
Jun 23        Phoenix, AZ                  Footprint Center – NEW DATE
Jun 29        Portland, OR                 Moda Center
Jun 30        Seattle, WA                   Climate Pledge Arena
Jul 06         San Jose, CA                SAP Center – SOLD OUT
Jul 07         Fresno, CA                    Save Mart Center at Fresno State
Jul 13         Houston, TX                  Toyota Center
Jul 20         Dallas, TX                      Dos Equis Pavilion – SOLD OUT
Jul 21         Dallas, TX                      Dos Equis Pavilion – NEW DATE
Jul 26         Atlanta, GA                    State Farm Arena
Jul 27         Tampa, FL                     Amalie Arena
Jul 28         Sunrise, FL                    Amerant Bank Arena
Aug 02       Greensboro, NC            Greensboro Coliseum Complex
Aug 04       Belmont Park, NY         UBS Arena
Aug 16       Milwaukee, WI               Fiserv Forum
Aug 17       Indianapolis, IN             Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Sep 01       Tinley Park, IL                Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre – SOLD OUT
Sep 06       Salt Lake City, UT          Delta Center
Sep 08       Denver, CO                     Ball Arena
Sep 15       Las Vegas, NV               T-Mobile Arena
Sep 20       San Antonio, TX            Frost Bank Center
Sep 21       El Paso, TX                    UTEP Don Haskins Center
Sep 28       Anaheim, CA                 Honda Center – SOLD OUT
Sep 29       Palm Desert, CA           Acrisure Arena – SOLD OUT
Oct 05        Sacramento, CA           Golden 1 Center
Oct 11         Leon, MX                      Mega Velaria*
Oct 12         Mexico City, MX          Plaza De Toros*
Oct 31         Monterrey, MX             Arena Monterrey*
Nov 1          Monterrey, MX             Arena Monterrey*
Nov 2          Torreon, MX                 Coliseo Centenario*
Nov 7          Oaxaca, MX                 Auditorio GNP*
Nov 9          San Luis Potosi, MX   El Domo*
Nov 15        Inglewood, CA             Intuit Dome – NEW DATE
Nov 16        Inglewood, CA             Intuit Dome – SOLD OUT

Contact:
For Fuerza Regida, please contact:
Kerry Harrison, Audible Treats

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The Background:

About Fuerza Regida
Mexican regional band Fuerza Regida’s music has taken Mexico by storm , and is also making a big impact on the American charts. The prolific band has released eight albums in three years, with their second album, 2019’s Del Barrio Hasta Aqui, entering the Regional Mexican Charts at #1. Their 2018 single “Sigo Chambeando” has been streamed 300 million times on YouTube and Spotify alone. Singer/songwriter Jesús Ortiz Paz founded Fuerza Regida in 2015, originally to perform covers of their favorite songs. Slowly their fan base grew, and after two years they went viral with an original track called “Radicamos en South Central.” The tune was uploaded to Jesús’s personal YouTube channel and blew up. Jesus also maintains his popular YouTube channel (which boasts nearly 1,000,000 Million subscribers), augmenting Fuerza Regida videos with inventive content. His most recent releases include an EP, Dolido Pero No Arrepentido, that went #1 Global with no features. Currently, Jesús Ortiz Paz is the owner and CEO of Street Mob Records, one of the most important regional Mexican music record labels, which opens the doors to new artists and composers, taking their careers to the highest levels of the entertainment industry.

About Spotify
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Links:

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

Jesús Ortiz Paz: instagram
Moises Lopez: instagram
Khrys Ramos: instagram
Pelon Garcia: instagram
Samuelon Jaimez: instagram

Dolido Pero No Arrepentido: spotify | apple

“CRAZYZ”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EX5WEmTCcgA

Pa Las Baby’s Y Belikeada: spotify | apple

Buy tickets for Fuerza’s “Pero No Te Enamores” Tour HERE