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04.29.2022
Key Glock Recruits a Flute Ensemble For “Ambition For Cash” (Acoustic)

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Key Glock Recruits a Flute Ensemble For “Ambition For Cash” (Acoustic)

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4.2.2022

Video: Key Glock – “Ambition For Cash” (Acoustic)”

TThe Paper Route Empire Rapper Performs His GOLD-Certified Hit in NYC’s Chinatown Amidst His Fast-Selling “Yellow Tape Tour”

Critical Praise:

“Glock handles the entirety of the project himself rather than bringing in any guests, a staggering feat considering the new edition adds 10 songs—bringing the total to 30” – Complex

“Memphis’ Key Glock finds himself the new face of Dolph’s label Paper Route Empire” – The FADER

“There is no secret that Key Glock is one of the hardest rappers in the younger generation…the Memphis rapper has only elevated his work ethic and everything about his career. Only time will tell when we really witness him reach his full potential and it will indeed be a beautiful thing to see.” – REVOLT

The Video:

Selling out shows with his thumping trap anthems, Key Glock is on an unstoppable trajectory toward the top of the rap game. Today, the 24-year-old rising star shares an acoustic performance of his hit “Ambition For Cash,” performed with an ensemble of flutes in NYC’s Chinatown. Originally produced by Tay Keith, who chopped up an entrancing flute sample, the new performance–delivered live on the legendary Doyer Street in Manhattan–boils the song down to its essence: Glock’s cash-chasing bars and the song’s infectious woodwind melody. The highlight cut from Glock’s Yellow Tape 2 (Deluxe) recently earned a GOLD certification from the RIAA and is currently a popular sound on TikTok.

The live video arrives amidst Glock’s “SiriusXM Hip Hop Nation Presents: The Yellow Tape Tour,” his first solo nationwide headlining tour, ten dates of which are sold out. Spanning 33 dates with shows on both coasts and everywhere in between, the tour promises performances of songs from Glock’s Billboard Top 10 albums Yellow Tape (2020) and Yellow Tape 2 (2021), plus hits from his illustrious catalog and opening performances from his fellow PRE artists like Kenny Muney. “Ambition For Cash” follows recent videos for “Grammys,” “Pain Killers,” and “Play For Keeps,” all highlights from his new Yellow Tape 2 (Deluxe).

With Yellow Tape 2 (Deluxe) out now and “The Yellow Tape Tour” about to start, stay tuned to see what new heights Key Glock will reach in 2022.

Watch “Grammys”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xNNPUy8Zmw

Yellow Tape 2 (Deluxe): https://music.empi.re/yellowtape2deluxe

Buy Key Glock concert tix: https://www.keyglock.com/

Please contact Michelle or Kerry for more info.

Lil Gotit, Ty Dolla & Lil Keed Do a Whole Lot of “Rich Sh*t” In New Video

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4.26.2022

Video: Lil Gotit – “Rich Sh*t” ft. Lil Keed & Ty Dolla $ign

The ATL Trap Star Teams with Older Brother Lil Keed and West Coast Hitmaker Ty Dolla $ign in Luxurious Video Single from The Cheater, Coming May 4th via Alamo Records

Critical Praise:

“The centerpiece of the mixtape is the hypnotic “Get N Dere Gang,” which I could see holding a permanent place on DJ sets throughout the summer.” – Pitchfork

“Lil Gotit is continuing to slither his way to the top of Atlanta’s new wave with the release of his latest project, Top Chef Gotit.” – Complex

Since officially stepping into the Rap game in 2017, Gotit has been one of several standout stars to come out of Atlanta’s buzzing scene and he continues to impress with each new release.” – HotNewHipHop

“Lil Gotit is the heir to Atlanta’s rap throne” – The FADER

The Announcement:

ATL’s Lil Gotit has overcome comparisons and expectations, flooding his closet with so much designer footwear along the way that he never worried about filling the shoes of anyone else. With ten toes down and his money on his mind, Lil Gotit returns to share “Rich Sh*t,” his new single and music video featuring Ty Dolla $ign and Lil Keed.

A bonafide trap slow jam, the track strikes a perfect balance between the brothers’ keen street sensibilities and the tenderness of Ty Dolla’s velveteen vocals. Drawing on topics from the love of the game to the lust of a lover, Gotit croons, “Came up on noodles and Hamburger Helper/Took her on the move, she in love with a stepper/Baby girl hot, she done Peter piped a pepper.”

In the video, directed by Bryant, Gotit draws a line between the luxurious life he lives and the dirty work done on his behalf. Keed and Gotit plan a Mission Impossible-style heist, enlisting masked assassins to steal a mysterious golden apple. Meanwhile, Gotit kicks it in a glamorous club with Ty Dolla $ign, pouring cranberry cocktails and messing around in the virtual realm with his white-on-white Oculus.

“Rich Sh*t” is the latest single from The Cheater, Gotit’s next project, which he announced last week. The Cheater finds the 22-year-old artist in complete control of his vocal instrument–he’sable to slither his way into unexpected rhythmic pockets and switch on a dime between emotive melodies and percussive rhymes. Home to recent offerings “She Know It” and “Take Care” ft. Millie Go Lightly & Toosii, The Cheater introduces the mischievous rapper’s latest persona–following in the footsteps of previous projects that presented him as a “Hood Baby” or “Top Chef” or “Superstar Creature.” Proudly polyamorous and persistently pushin’ P, The Cheater is happy to entertain, but never to be trusted.

With multiple appearances from Gotit’s brother Lil Keed, as well as YSL affiliates Yak Gotti and Millie Go Lightly and rapping friends Lil Pj and B Slime, the new project is a family affair. The young Alamo Records signee establishes himself as a leader of the rising wave of Atlanta trappers who bring a unique twist to the region’s dominant sound–a wave that includes project guests like CEO Trayle and Enchanting. Beyond Atlanta, the tape welcomes memorable guest spots from Ty Dolla $ign and Memphis risers BIG30 and Lil Double 0.

The Cheater arrives on May 4th via Alamo Records.

Watch “Rich Sh*t” ft. Ty Dolla $ign & Lil Keed: https://youtu.be/p3FEIxgUWOk

Buy/Stream “Rich Sh*t”: http://lilgotit.lnk.to/RichShit

Pre-save The Cheater: https://lilgotit.lnk.to/thecheater

The Cheater tracklist:
1. GTF
2. She Know It
3. Now We Getting Money ft. Lil Keed & Lil Pj
4. Night To Remember ft. Ty Dolla $ign
5. I
6. Shut The Door
7. Rich Sh*t ft. Ty Dolla $ign & Lil Keed
8. How You Comin ft. CEO Trayle
9. P.O.T.
10. Nodding Off ft. Yak Gotti
11. Nothin Basic ft. Enchanting
12. Six Degrees ft. Lil Keed & BIG30
13. I Don’t Deserve That Cap ft. B Slime
14. Helicopters ft. Lil Double 0
15. Control Me ft. Lil Keed
16. Second Term
17. Take Care ft. Toosii & Millie Go Lightly
18. Thought About My Ex
19. The Cheater

Please contact Michelle or Destiny for more info.

DC The Don Delivers Curbside Smoke in “Donny’s Revenge” (dir. DotComNirvan)

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4.20.2022

Video: DC The Don – “Donny’s Revenge” (Directed by DotComNirvan)

The Rostrum Records Artist Unleashes His Inner Evil Twin in New Video As He Prepares to Kick Off the “MOW3 Tour” in Late April

Critical Praise:

“Not only can he sing with so much emotion behind his words, but he also knows how to masterfully rap as well as switch up his cadences constantly, always keeping you guessing about what he’s going to do next.” – Lyrical Lemonade

“Los Angeles by way of Milwaukee’s DC The Don is part rapper, part rockstar, excelling in the melodic and riotous lane popularized by cult heroes like Lil Uzi Vert and Trippie Redd.”– Audiomack

The Video:

A versatile vibe-setter animated by his fearless creative vision, DC The Don masterfully strikes the balance between melodic anthems (delivered by the more tender side of his personality he calls RAG3 KIDD) and hard-biting rage raps (courtesy of the devilish, red-haired DONNY). Ignoring the angel on the other shoulder in favor of his more abominable alter ego, DC shares the new video for “Donny’s Revenge” from his recent album, My Own Worst Enemy, available everywhere now via Rostrum Records.

Barking hard-hitting bars over a hair-raising, speaker-shaking instrumental, courtesy of Trademark and Ralph, ”Donny’s Revenge” is a take-no-prisoners anthem from the demonic emcee. The DotComNirvan-directed “Donny’s Revenge” video features DC as the titular red-headed rebel, surrounded by the intense stare of floating eyeballs that are sure to see you coming, as well as thick clouds of smoke that he’s sure to deliver to your door. Augmented by comics-inspired animation and Nirvan’s high tech transitions, the black-clad hellraiser swings his blood-red braids with a villainous rage, as he raps: “Ayy, who that? It’s the man/Walked up in your party with a glocky in my pants/He was out of pocket, made him do the shmoney dance/Bro said he don’t want no smoke but he gon’ get it on-demand.”

My Own Worst Enemy tells a loose narrative about DC’s inner conflict, which manifests as a battle between two distinct personalities: RAG3 KIDD, who represents the artist’s more wholesome and romantic side, and DONNY, a demonic, red-haired spitter who emerges on the album’s harder-edged beats. The album kicks off in DONNY mode, featuring some of DC’s hardest tracks to date, including the massive “ENEMIES,” with a beat that sounds like a malfunctioning supercomputer, and the devilish “MAKAVELI,” a fiery lyrical exercise. As the tracklist progresses, RAG3 KIDD makes his presence felt, emoting over candy-coated production on pop culture-referencing tracks like “iCarly :/,” “Scott Pilgrim,” and “Futurama 2099.”

Blending elements of rap, pop-punk, hyperpop, and more, My Own Worst Enemy both expands and refines DC’s sound, allowing the 22-year-old rapper to showcase every facet of his wide-ranging vocal ability. With production by heavy-hitters like JetsonMade, Starboy, Supah Mario, Trademark Charlie Heat, Astroboy, and more, who deliver DC some of their most adventurous beats, MOW3 percolates with the energy of a young artist testing the limits of what he’s capable of accomplishing–and having fun while doing it.

Stay tuned for more from the young artist, including the upcoming East Coast leg of his “MOW3 TOUR,” kicking off later this month in Philadelphia!

Watch “Donny’s Revenge”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lAVm2lWUkk

Buy/Stream My Own Worst Enemy: https://lnk.to/DCTheDonMOW3

Buy Tickets for MOW3 Tour: https://linktr.ee/DCTHEDONTOUR

MOW3 Tour – East Coast Leg:

4/28 – Philadelphia, PA
4/30 – Greenfield, MA
5/1 – Clifton, NJ
5/5 – Atlanta, GA
5/7 – Orlando, FL
5/8 – Miami, FL
5/27 – Arlington, TX (So What?! Festival)

Please contact Dan or Kevin for more info.

The Background:

DC The Don is a rapper from Milwaukee, WI. In 2016, at the age of 16 and standing 6’7”, DC moved to Los Angeles to pursue a basketball career under Lavar Ball and alongside teammate LaMelo Ball. During this time, he fell in love with music and used his spare time to make experimental records which suddenly gained traction – As the public became increasingly aware of DC The Don’s talent for rapping, NBA player Lonzo Ball featured his song “Everything 1k” on the first Big Baller Brand shoe commercial, introducing DC The Don’s music to an even wider audience. DC signed to Rostrum Records in 2020, releasing his debut album Come As You Are on August 7th, generating over 125 million streams across platforms. The artist looks to reach another level with My Own Worst Enemy, his ambitious new album, available everywhere now.

Lil Gotit Announces ‘The Cheater,’ His Next Project, Out 5/4 via Alamo Records

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4.21.2022

Lil Gotit Announces The Cheater, His Next Project, Out May 4th via Alamo Records

The 22-Year-Old Artist Elevates His Songwriting and Experiments With His Style as He Seeks to Establish Himself as a Leader of Atlanta’s Cresting Wave of Innovative Trap Stars

Critical Praise:

“The centerpiece of the mixtape is the hypnotic “Get N Dere Gang,” which I could see holding a permanent place on DJ sets throughout the summer.” – Pitchfork

“Lil Gotit is continuing to slither his way to the top of Atlanta’s new wave with the release of his latest project, Top Chef Gotit.” – Complex

“Lil Gotit is the heir to Atlanta’s rap throne” – The FADER

The Announcement:

Armed with an arsenal of shape-shifting flows and a passion for flexing that borders on disrespectful, Lil Gotit is a bottomless fount of addictive and melodic trap tunes. Preparing his next collection of hellishly hedonistic heaters, the self-described “Hood Baby” looks to take the next step with The Cheater, his next project. The Cheater finds the 22-year-old artist in complete control of his vocal instrument, able to slither his way into unexpected rhythmic pockets and switch on a dime between emotive melodies and percussive rhymes. The Cheater arrives on May 4th via Alamo Records.

Leaning into his devilish tendencies, The Cheater explores Gotit’s proud promiscuity, giving 20 new reasons why he should not be trusted. “Sorry baby I can’t help it,” Gotit recently wrote on Instagram. “God Made Me This Way …”

The upcoming project is home to “She Know It,” a sultry recent single that earned coverage in XXL, REVOLT, HotNewHipHop, and more. “She Know It” boasts an inventive music video, in which Gotit and Lil Keed portray the most formidable wizarding duo since Harry Potter and Ron Weasley and work their trap magic in the halls of Atlanta’s finest wizarding school. “She Know It” followed “Take Care,” a melodic banger aided by assistance from Toosii and Millie Go Lightly. “Take Care” and “She Know It” gave fans a glimpse of how Gotit’s style has evolved since Top Chef Gotit, the Gunna-executive produced project from 2021.

He has the seal of approval from Gunna, Future, and his mentor Young Thug, but Lil Gotit is out to prove that he no longer needs co-signs. With the upcoming The Cheater, Gotit welcomes the world into the kingdom he’s built and prepares to expand its borders far beyond the confines of Zone 3.

Pre-save The Cheater: lilgotit.lnk.to/thecheater

Watch “She Know It”: https://lilgotit.lnk.to/sheknowit-video

Buy/Stream “She Know It”: https://lilgotit.lnk.to/sheknowit

Please contact Michelle or Destiny for more info.

Wiz Khalifa Releases Classic ‘Taylor Allderdice’ Mixtape to Streaming

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4.20.2022

Wiz Khalifa Officially Releases the Acclaimed Taylor Allderdice Mixtape to DSPs, in Celebration of its Tenth Anniversary

Featuring Hits Like “My Favorite Song” ft. Juicy J, “Guilty Conscience,” and “California,” the 2012 Mixtape is Now Available to Stream On All Platforms via Taylor Gang/Rostrum Records

Critical Praise for Taylor Allderdice

“Taylor Allderdice is the 8th best album of 2012…When Wiz speaks of spending $30,000 a night on champagne, there’s a feeling that you can do the same, if you smoke enough weed and talk enough sh*t. It’s a notion that can make any song, particularly the well-crafted ones here, sound a lot better.” – Complex

“Young Khalifa’s songwriting is as strong as ever, as he continues to pen some of the most toxically inescapable hooks and couplets around.” – XXL

“Wiz has upped the ante on the flagrant talk and braggadocio…The prodigal stoner, deservingly, takes his spoils.” – HipHopDX

The Release:

Multi-platinum selling, Grammy and Golden Globe nominated recording artist Wiz Khalifa grew from grassroots fame to worldwide stardom, but he never forgot his original fans or his roots in Pittsburgh, PA. Today, Wiz celebrates the tenth anniversary of his mixtape Taylor Allderdice, releasing the acclaimed tape to streaming services for the first time. Home to fan favorite hits like “My Favorite Song” and “California,” Taylor Allderdice is currently available to stream on all platforms via Taylor Gang/Rostrum Records.

Released shortly after his debut album and mainstream breakthrough Rolling Papers, Taylor Allderdice served as a message to Wiz’s core fans that even as his profile rose, he would remain the same easy-laughing stoner who roamed the halls of Taylor Allderdice High School in Pittsburgh. The mixtape was a conscious return to the hazy sound he developed in Pittsburgh with his core collaborators, many of whom, including producers like I.D. Labs, Sledgren, Cardo, and Big Jerm, and Taylor Gang artists like Chevy Woods and Lola Monroe, appear on the project. Taylor Allderdice showcased the chemistry between Wiz Khalifa and the newest Taylor Gang signee, legendary rapper/producer Juicy J, who goes back and forth with Wiz on four of the mixtape’s tracks. Each of the tracks on Taylor Allderdice end with snippets of dialogue between Wiz Khalifa and mixtape host Rob Markman, in which Wiz discusses his rise to stardom and answers burning questions with thoughtful defiance.

Originally released in March 2012, Taylor Allderdice earned critical acclaim upon release, earning positive reviews in XXL and HipHopDX, and earning the #8 placement in Complex Magazine’s list of Best Albums of 2012. Boasting an all-star cast of guest artists and a list of early 2010s heavyweights behind the boards, including Lex Luger, Jake One, Harry Fraud, and SpaceGhostPurrp, Taylor Allderdice is an indelible snapshot of a fascinating period in the history of Wiz Khalifa and hip-hop at large.

The official release of Taylor Allderdice continues Wiz Khalifa’s efforts to clear his classic mixtapes for streaming services, with the assistance of Rostrum Records. In 2020, the rapper celebrated the 10th anniversary of his classic Kush & Orange Juice mixtape by releasing it to streaming services and printing limited edition vinyl. Later that year, Wiz released “The Thrill,” his early single with the memorable Empire Of The Sun sample, to DSPs, earning the approval of the band and listing them as primary artists on the song. Stay tuned for more from Wiz, as the star rapper prepares to deliver more of his blog-era classics to modern streaming formats.

Buy/Stream Taylor Allderdice: http://lnk.to/TaylorAllderdice

Taylor Allderdice tracklist:
1. Amber Ice
2. California
3. Mia Wallace
4. Guilty Conscience
5. Mary 3x
6. O.N.I.F.C.
7. Nameless feat. Chevy Woods
8. Never Been Part II feat. Amber Rose and Rick Ross
9. The Cruise
10. Rowland feat. Smoke DZA
11. My Favorite Song feat. Juicy J
12. T.A.P. feat. Juicy J
13. The Code feat. Juicy J, Chevy Woods and Lola Monroe
14. The Grinder
15. Brainstorm
16. Number 16
17. Blindfolds feat. Juicy J

Please contact Michelle or Kevin for inquiries about the release.

For Wiz Khalifa inquiries, please contact:
Dvora Englefield Dvora.Englefield@ledecompany.com
Chris Iacullo Chris.Iacullo@ledecompany.com
Sami Brensilber Samantha.brensilber@ledecompany.com

Links:

Wiz Khalifa: instagram | twitter | facebook | spotify | youtube

Taylor Allderdice: http://lnk.to/TaylorAllderdice

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04.21.2022
“First Class” Jack Harlow, Ghanaian Drill, and More TikTok Music Stories

– DJ Booth

The Video:

One of the hottest rising rappers out of Atlanta, Slimelife Shawty built a name and a loyal following with his raw, diaristic lyricism and candid melodies. Returning in explosive fashion to stack his paper and demolish his haters, Slime shares the video for “Big Biznezz,” his new single and first release of 2022. The sinister slice of street music finds a charged up Slimelife attacking a frenetic trap instrumental, courtesy of Hocus, Vaze, and Ellis Lost, with the money-motivated urgency of an ATL hustler.

The Diesel Filmz-directed, Jay Kastle-edited “Big Biznezz” video sees the Alamo Records signee creeping through corridors, studios, and the nighttime streets of Atlanta, while he keeps his hands full with the stick or a stack. Rocking an iced-out OTF chain, which he received from his mentor Lil Durk, Slimelife reflects on the life before the money and the grind required to count it up like he does now, rapping, “Used to rock the backseat, now I rock this jewelry now/Used to talk but that’s cheap, they pay me for my service now.”

“Big Biznezz” arrives as Slimelife’s first release since his October 2021 album, Better Living. Executive- produced by Lil Durk, <em is a deeply sincere document from one of Atlanta’s most promising young rappers, offering head-knocking bangers and heartfelt ballads in equal measure. The new full-length is home to several popular singles that tore up ATL in 2021 including “Suit Me Up,” with a guest appearance from Lil Durk, and street-successful singles like the powerful “Slatt Bizness” (3.5 million YouTube views), the determined “Baby Boy” (3.8 million views), and the triumphant “No Brakes” (3.5 million views). Featuring additional appearances from Future and Jackboy, Better Living is available everywhere via Alamo Records.

With a knack for emotional honesty that earned him co-signs from heavy-hitters like Young Thug, Lil Baby, and Lil Durk, Slimelife Shawty is ready to reach the next level. Stay tuned for more from the Alamo Records artist as 2022 rolls on.

Watch “Big Biznezz”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mm8XMq5VPCY

Stream “Big Biznezz”: https://slimelifeshawty.lnk.to/BigBiznezz

Please contact Michelle or Destiny for more info.

The Background:

Slimelife Shawty is one of the most promising young voices out of Atlanta, Georgia. Inspired by hometown hero, Young Thug, the 21-year-old has found success with his Southern-twanged, pain-stained lyrics paired with melodic undertones. In 2018, Shawty assisted Lil Keed’s “Blicky Blicky,” which erupted in the Atlanta streets and drew attention to the rising lyricist. Boasting cosigns from the likes of Thug, Keed and YNW JGreen, Shawty stepped confidently into more solo success. In 2019, with his 12-track EP, 100 Reasons, and songs like “Bankroll” and “40 Bars, he amplified his smooth wordplay and shares his story with the world. Fueled by his street hit “Clappers,” Slimelife continues to gain recognition for his undeniable talent and rise to unprecedented heights. His latest project, Better Living, came out in 2021.

Links:

instagram | twitter | youtube | soundcloud | spotify

“Big Bizness”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mm8XMq5VPCY

“In A Min” ft. Nardo Wick: https://youtu.be/gNeVcQhhToA

“Only The Slimes”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OE8kiLGW5U

“Freestyle”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tio3Tpba5TY

Better Living: http://smarturl.it/BetterLivingSlime

“Suit Me Up” ft. Lil Durk: http://SmartURL.it/SuitMeUp

“Where’s The Love”: http://SmartURL.it/WheresTheLoveSlime

“Still At It”: http://smarturl.it/StillAtItSlimelife

“Slatt Bizness”: http://smarturl.it/SlattBizness

“Baby Boy”: http://smarturl.it/BabyBoySlimelife

“No Brakes”: http://slimelifeshawty.lnk.to/NoBrakes

“Homicide”: http://smarturl.it/HomicideSlimelife

“Clappers” (Remix) ft. 42 Dugg: https://smarturl.it/ClappersRemix

“Don’t Worry (Clappers)”: https://youtu.be/dJ8YeN4wlf0

Hot Box: https://smarturl.it/HotBoxSlimelife

“All Summer”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXAK6jNzd-o

No Slime Left Behind: http://smarturl.it/noslimeleftbehind
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04.21.2022
ATL’s Slimelife Shawty Keeps it Booming on “Big Biznezz”

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ATL’s Slimelife Shawty Keeps it Booming on “Big Biznezz”

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4.20.2022

Video: Slimelife Shawty – “Big Biznezz“

The Alamo Records Signee Puts His Money Where His Mouth Is in His First New Single of 2022

Critical Praise:

“Atlanta rapper Slimelife Shawty has been building his catalog over the last couple of years, earning attention from Young Thug, Lil Durk, Lil Baby, and more. Associating himself with several of the city’s strongest forces, it’s not hard to see why he’s been rising so quickly. The budding star is seemingly one project away from being recognized as one of Atlanta’s top talents.” – HotNewHipHop

“Slimelife Shawty became a staple of Atlanta’s bubbling underground after appearing on early Lil Keed standouts like ‘Blicky Blicky’ in 2018. Since then, he’s been moving with remarkable consistency, gaining traction with anthemic songs like ‘Don’t Worry.'” – DJ Booth

The Video:

One of the hottest rising rappers out of Atlanta, Slimelife Shawty built a name and a loyal following with his raw, diaristic lyricism and candid melodies. Returning in explosive fashion to stack his paper and demolish his haters, Slime shares the video for “Big Biznezz,” his new single and first release of 2022. The sinister slice of street music finds a charged up Slimelife attacking a frenetic trap instrumental, courtesy of Hocus, Vaze, and Ellis Lost, with the money-motivated urgency of an ATL hustler.

The Diesel Filmz-directed, Jay Kastle-edited “Big Biznezz” video sees the Alamo Records signee creeping through corridors, studios, and the nighttime streets of Atlanta, while he keeps his hands full with the stick or a stack. Rocking an iced-out OTF chain, which he received from his mentor Lil Durk, Slimelife reflects on the life before the money and the grind required to count it up like he does now, rapping, “Used to rock the backseat, now I rock this jewelry now/Used to talk but that’s cheap, they pay me for my service now.”

“Big Biznezz” arrives as Slimelife’s first release since his October 2021 album, Better Living. Executive- produced by Lil Durk, <em is a deeply sincere document from one of Atlanta’s most promising young rappers, offering head-knocking bangers and heartfelt ballads in equal measure. The new full-length is home to several popular singles that tore up ATL in 2021 including “Suit Me Up,” with a guest appearance from Lil Durk, and street-successful singles like the powerful “Slatt Bizness” (3.5 million YouTube views), the determined “Baby Boy” (3.8 million views), and the triumphant “No Brakes” (3.5 million views). Featuring additional appearances from Future and Jackboy, Better Living is available everywhere via Alamo Records.

With a knack for emotional honesty that earned him co-signs from heavy-hitters like Young Thug, Lil Baby, and Lil Durk, Slimelife Shawty is ready to reach the next level. Stay tuned for more from the Alamo Records artist as 2022 rolls on.

Watch “Big Biznezz”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mm8XMq5VPCY

Stream “Big Biznezz”: https://slimelifeshawty.lnk.to/BigBiznezz

Please contact Michelle or Destiny for more info.

The Background:

Slimelife Shawty is one of the most promising young voices out of Atlanta, Georgia. Inspired by hometown hero, Young Thug, the 21-year-old has found success with his Southern-twanged, pain-stained lyrics paired with melodic undertones. In 2018, Shawty assisted Lil Keed’s “Blicky Blicky,” which erupted in the Atlanta streets and drew attention to the rising lyricist. Boasting cosigns from the likes of Thug, Keed and YNW JGreen, Shawty stepped confidently into more solo success. In 2019, with his 12-track EP, 100 Reasons, and songs like “Bankroll” and “40 Bars, he amplified his smooth wordplay and shares his story with the world. Fueled by his street hit “Clappers,” Slimelife continues to gain recognition for his undeniable talent and rise to unprecedented heights. His latest project, Better Living, came out in 2021.

Trapland Pat Does His Broward County Boogie in “Trap Dance”

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4.20.2022

Video: Trapland Pat – “Trap Dance“

The Alamo Records Signee Hits His Two-Step with South Florida Finesse in New Video

Critical Praise:

“He’s subtly melodic and catchy even outside of the hook. He does the beat justice by making what he grew up with into something new.” – Pitchfork

“”Big Business is the #18 Best Rap Song of 2021–If “Big Business” is any indication, Trapland Pat may well become South Florida’s next rap auteur. In less than two minutes, he deftly connects Broward County’s disparate styles, vibrating at his own zany frequency.” – Passion Of The Weiss

“10 New Miami Rappers To Watch…Trapland Pat is unlike any other act to come out of South Florida. Since 2019, Pat has consistently delivered grimy bars and smooth cadences over an array of trap beats. Over the past three years, the Deerfield Beach native has been feeding his growing fanbase with singles like “Emergency” and “Dealings,” along with four projects: Exit 41, Pak Man, Interstate Baby, and 2020 Vision. (The last two albums were released via Fredo Bang’s imprint Bang Biz Productions/Create Music Group.) In 2021, Trapland Pat dropped his latest project, Thru Da Door, via Bang Biz, featuring collaborations with Kuttem Reese and Members Only rapper Kid Trunks. He’s still pushing his latest single, ‘Boondocks,”‘which dropped last month. However, on Instagram, Pat celebrated the anniversary of his song ‘Big Business’ and teased a potential remix coming later this year.” – Miami New Times

“Over the course of the last few weeks perhaps no one else has hit the scene as hard as Pat…The Florida rapper raps with wide-eyed astonishment, seemingly at his own bars sometimes which become as animated as his facial expressions. To be honest, the sheer confidence Trapland Pat employs on the track here just makes you want to pay attention or risk missing out on something.” – ELEVATOR

The Video:

With the versatility to set a vibe on any instrumental, Trapland Pat is an artist for all occasions. Trading in his eye-popping intensity for a head-bopping change of pace, the Broward County native returns to set the groove in his new single, “Trap Dance,” the latest glimpse from his upcoming project, Trapnificent, coming soon via Alamo/Bang Biz.

The ShotByJolo-directed “Trap Dance” video sees Trapland Pat boogieing with some baddies in the backyard of the traphouse and stomping through the streets with the homies, proudly repping his Haitian heritage every step of the way. As Pat two-steps his way to “two mamacitas” that catch his attention, he pauses for a word of caution, rapping, “I’m been takin’ care my people, you best believe they doin’ fine/How your face so clean in a city full of crime.”

Raised in a strict Haitian household in Deerfield Beach, FL, Trapland Pat took it upon himself to escape his rough circumstances by any means necessary. When his football dreams came crashing to a halt after his scholarship to Indiana State was revoked, Pat threw himself into rap music. Inspired by his brother’s habit of freestyling, Pat realized he had serious talent, and spent his spare time refining his wordplay and songwriting. He made a name for himself in the south with mixtapes like Exit 41 and Pak Man, eventually earning the attention of Fredo Bang, who signed him to his Bang Biz imprint, in partnership with Alamo Records.

2021 was a huge year for the young rapper, heralded by his single “Big Business.” Dominated by a simple, but infectious piano riff, “Big Business” showcased the rapper’s rare charisma, generating over 5 million combined streams and earning praise from Passion of the Weiss, who recently placed the song at #18 on its list of Best Rap Songs of 2021. “Big Business” was the centerpiece of the Pitchfork-acclaimed Thru The Door, an accomplished 13-track mixtape with appearances from fellow Floridians Kid Trunks and Kuttem Reese.

As Trapland Pat looks to take his searing street raps to a much larger audience, stay tuned for much more music from the young rapper, and don’t dare doubt his determination to succeed.

Watch “Trap Dance”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lL2JCj6inD8

Stream “Trap Dance”: http://TraplandPat.lnk.to/TrapDance

Please contact Michelle or T’Keyah for more info.

Ari Lennox, Noname & More to Perform at Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis

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4.19.2022

AFROPUNK Announces Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis, a Two-Day Experience Celebrating the City’s Diverse Community and Rich Culture

Ari Lennox, Noname, Mereba, Sango, Dreamer Isioma, and Pink Siifu to Perform, Along with a Host of Local Acts

Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis Occurs on June 18th-19th

The First-Ever AFROPUNK Live Event in the Midwest, Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis Launches on June 18th with Panels and Community Action Events Hosted Across the City and Continues on June 19th with Performances at Sheridan Memorial

Tickets for Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis Go On Sale April 21st at 9AM ET

The Announcement:

AFROPUNK’s widening array of live events and experiences aim to build community through joyous expression, thought-provoking discussion, and celebratory musical performances. Today, AFROPUNK announces the lineup for Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis, the first-ever AFROPUNK live experience in the Midwest. The upcoming live experience starts with a series of panel discussions designed to explore the connection between art and activism and promote community healing, before transitioning toward a celebration of life, music, food, and culture on the second day. With a lineup of performers that includes Ari Lennox, Noname, Mereba, Sango, Dreamer Isioma, Pink Siifu, and some of the best rising acts in the Twin Cities, Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis happens on June 18th-19th, with panels/events across the city on June 18th and performances on June 19th in Sheridan Memorial Park.

Minneapolis has a rich history as a hub of music and culture in the Midwest. The city is famously the home of Prince–the central figure of a bustling scene commemorated in his song “Uptown”–and birthed colossuses of funk like Jam & Lewis, Morris Day, and many others. Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis hopes to celebrate the city’s bustling community of Black creators and activists, and to affirm and support a community that still ails from tragic loss. The people of Minneapolis rise up in the face of oppression, and AFROPUNK is dedicated to creating an experience of joy and celebration, while acknowledging and creating dialogue around the struggles faced by the community at large.

In conjunction with the live experience, AFROPUNK announces a partnership with High School For Recording Arts, a local high school often called “Hip Hop High,” which was founded by former Prince band member David T.C. Ellis, specializing in developing the next generation of musical talent. Students from the school will have an opportunity to host panels and show off their talents during the first day at a special showcase.

In addition to the talented lineup of performing artists, Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis offers an exciting array of unique activations to entertain and enlighten attendees between sets. AFROPUNK hosts the Spinthrift Market, a shop market full of talented makers, selectors and curators from the Twin Cities region, and AFROPUNK’s Bites ‘n Beats, which provides event goers an opportunity to indulge in cuisines from renowned Midwestern chefs and local food trucks. Other activations include a live mural, early morning Yoga sessions, art galleries, and film screenings.

Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis continues a new era of AFROPUNK live experiences, allowing for all elements of a local culture to be expressed freely and fully. AFROPUNK announced earlier this year its plans to expand its live footprint, and the Minneapolis Live Experience follows in the wake of Planet AFROPUNK Live: Miami, bringing performances from musicians like Rema and Skillbeng alongside panels, activations, food, and more.

Tickets for Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis go on sale on Thursday April 21st at 9am ET.

Visit Planet AFROPUNK’s official website: https://planetafropunk.com/minneapolis

Buy tickets for Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minnesota (Link Goes Live On 4/21 @ 9am ET)

Ari Lennox

Noname

Mereba

Please contact Michelle, Kerry, Annjie, or Destiny for more info.

The Background:

About AFROPUNK:
AFROPUNK IS THE MICROPHONE OF THOUGHT AND A LENS OF PERSPECTIVE

AFROPUNK is an integrated media platform and global music festival platform giving voice to the unwritten, unwelcome and unseen. AFROPUNK is redefining the modern multicultural experience through its mission to unleash freedom of expression and to honor the power of individuality while strengthening our community. AFROPUNK creates an anchor for its growing audience of multicultural youth through its annual music festival and other events (in Brooklyn, Miami, Minneapolis, and Oakland) with past events in Paris, London, Atlanta, and Johannesburg), while continually enhancing engagement and promoting conversation through content, commerce, and community.

AFROPUNK is devoted to creating safe spaces for the expression of Black liberation and a Black Future where we love ourselves and each other without preconception. The AFROPUNK tenets serve as a North Star and remind people to check themselves, ego and each other when we enter the shared spaces.

About Ari Lennox:
There’s something undeniably profound about great voices. From the beginning, talented singers and their melodic gifts have served as soundtracks to our lives. Dreamville’s Ari Lennox is no different. The D.C.-born singer-songwriter experienced an incredible 2019, complete with her debut album, Shea Butter Baby. The video for the duly titled platinum single, “Shea Butter Baby,” alongside label head and marquee artist, J. Cole, has surpassed 50million views on YouTube alone. Surpassing 1 billion global streams, Shea Butter Baby also spawned the singles “Up Late” and “BMO,” which Ari performed on Jimmy Fallon in June 2019. The intimate video for “Up Late” received nods from several major outlets, including ESSENCE, Noisey, Pitchfork, and Billboard. Ari supported the album by headlining her sold-out Shea Butter Baby Tour before joining Lizzo’s Cuz I Love You Too Tour. Ari has been a frequent name on the awards circuit, receiving a Grammy nomination for her contribution on Dreamville’s album, Revenge of the Dreamers III. Ari was nominated for three 2019 Soul Train Awards, two 2020 NAACP Awards. The singer/songwriter returned with her fresh new single, “Pressure,” produced by an all-star cast of Jermaine Dupri, Bryan Michael Cox and Johnta Austin. The Chandler Lass-directed video reached over one million views within 24 hours and is Ari’s first Billboard Hot 100 entry (currently at #66), #1 record at Adult R&B Radio, top 10 at Urban Radio accumulating over 74 million streams.

About Mereba:
Mereba is a multifaceted artist with the life story of a rolling stone. Her unique blend of r&b, folk, and hip hop makes space for a new voice found in this wise young storyteller. She released her groundbreaking debut album, The Jungle Is the Only Way Out, in February 2019 and featured appearances from 6LACK and J.I.D. The acclaimed project earned praise from Vogue, Pitchfork, Billboard, Earmilk, Hypebeast, and Ones to Watch, who noted that “Mereba has pushed the boundaries of R&B and established herself as a voice of the future.” She also appeared on Dreamville’s now-platinum Revenge of the Dreamers III in 2019, which earned her her first Grammy nomination in 2020, and on Spilligion, the 2020 album by the Atlanta-based Spillage Village collective.

J Billz Jets to Seattle in the Pi’erre Bourne-Produced “Fresh Off The Plane”

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4.15.2022

Video: J Billz – “Fresh Off The Plane” (Prod. by Pi’erre Bourne)

The SossHouse-Signed South Carolina Native Jets to the Pacific Northwest and Stunts By the Space Needle in His Brand New Music Video

Critical Praise:

“…he raps with a devilish smirk.” – The FADER

The Video:

Bursting out of South Carolina with a big personality and a knack for annihilating Pi’erre Bourne beats, Spartanburg’s J Billz can’t be contained to one city, county, or state. Jetting from the swampy Southeast to the Pacific Northwest, J Billz shares “Fresh Off The Plane,” his new video single. Nimbly navigating Pi’erre’s fuguing keys and thumping low end with his bouncy drawl, the SOSSHOUSE artist unfurls an unceasing smack talk assault, flaunting his IDGAF attitude in his pursuit of the bag: “B*tch, I’m Ruth’s Chris in my city, n**** I go anywhere/Bout to come to your lil city, them b*tches want my underwear.” In the video, directed by NoahSoCold, J Billz goes super sonic in Seattle, doing his dance under the shadow of the Space Needle with chaotic charisma.

“Fresh Off The Plane” is the latest quality video from the rising artist, directly following February’s “Everywhere We Go.” Produced by Pi’erre Bourne, who crafts a trap symphony with snickering synths, scampering pizzicato strings, whimsical pianos, and trampoline 808s , “Everywhere We Go” found J Billz critical acclaim from sources like The FADER.

Handpicked by Pi’erre Bourne for his SOSSHOUSE label, J Billz is determined to speed out of Spartanburg and race to the top of the rap game. Stay tuned for much more from the saucy southerner as the year moves along.

Watch “Fresh Off The Plane” (Prod. by Pi’erre Bourne): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KUKKyQp4qc

Buy/Stream “Fresh Off The Plane” (Prod. by Pi’erre Bourne): https://ffm.to/freshofftheplane

Please contact Michelle or Kerry for more info.

Kenny Muney & Key Glock Tell Blood-Sucker Emcees to Beware in “Leeches”

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4.15.2022

Video: Kenny Muney – “Leeches” ft. Key Glock

Paper Route Empire’s Kenny Muney and Key Glock Unite to Ignite Parasites in Latest Video from the Time Is Muney Mixtape

Critical Praise:

“5 under-the-radar rappers from Memphis you should know about…Kenny Muney stands as the city’s rap emissary.” – The FADER

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

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

The Video:

With an endless arsenal of bars, rooted in the South Memphis struggle and spit through steadily explosive triplet flows, Kenny Muney has emerged as a pillar of the Grind City scene. Teaming with his fellow Paper Route Empire signee Key Glock, who delivers a standout verse, Kenny returns to share his new video for “Leeches.” On the track from his recent Time Is Muney mixtape, Kenny delivers a ceaseless salvo of slick punchlines laced with the side-eyed awareness of the snakes that surround him, as Kenny raps, “N***** do anything for a bankroll/B****** be chasing the end of the rainbow/These b***** know Kenny Muney got big racks/These b****** know I got juice like a mango.”

The “Leeches” video opens with Kenny and Glock conducting Paper Route business at their kitchen table executive office with an associate. As Kenny passes the workday shooting a fat stack of cash into the trash bin across the room like Kobe, Key Glock follows with his Kareem Abdul-Jabar skyhook. When the associate goes to fetch Glock’s rebound, things get sticky when Glock notices the rack he clipped from the table hanging from the man’s back pocket. The duo throws the spineless thief to the ground and kick him to the curb, showing they won’t hesitate to throw salt on any and all “Leeches.” The new video features a cameo appearance from Kenny and Glock’s PRE associate Big Moochie Grape.

Released in February, Time Is Muney is an album suited for headphones–the better to be mesmerized by Kenny’s hypnotic flows. Over 15 tracks, Kenny Muney bolsters his braggadocio as he locks his flows onto each booming instrumental with a heat-seeking missile’s precision. The tape is home to recent singles like “Backend Freestyle,” a flex heavy track that allowed Muney to reintroduce himself to fans, both new and old, and “Worthless,” which received a tequila-fueled music video. Time Is Muney features guest appearances from Kenny’s PRE associates Big Moochie Grape and Key Glock, and a guest spot from Dreezy on the romantic “Nobody.” Time Is Muney is available everywhere via Paper Route Empire.

In the run up to Time Is Muney, the follow-up to 2019’s Muney Talk, the Paper Route Empire signee kept himself busy by releasing multiple singles, including “Lowkey,” “For Kenny,” “Long Time Coming,” and “Poppin It.” In July 2021, Paper Route Empire released their first ever compilation mixtape, PAPER ROUTE iLLUMINATi, which heavily featured Young Dolph, Key Glock, and Kenny Muney among other label members. Most recently, Kenny memorialized Dolph with “Role Model,” a touching tribute to Dolph which racked up over 1.7 million views on YouTube in its first two weeks, and appears on Time Is Muney, as well as the recent Paper Route Empire Presents: Long Live Dolph mixtape.

With Time is Muney, Kenny Muney shows that he has the talent and determination to succeed in the Empire-building business. Stay tuned for more from Kenny Muney and Paper Route Empire.

Watch “Leeches” ft. Key Glock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6rFx5-M8t28

Buy/Stream Time is Muney: https://music.empi.re/timeismuney

Time is Muney tracklist:
1. No Days Off
2. Can’t Make This Up
3. Petro
4. Leeches feat. Key Glock
5. Worthless
6. Backend Freestyle
7. Nobody feat. Dreezy
8. Used Too
9. Talk My Shit
10. Choosin feat. Big Moochie Grape
11. How I Come
12. Rabbit
13. Cross Country
14. Role Model
15. See The Light
16. Change Up

Please contact Michelle or Destiny for more info.

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.”

Ace Hood Walks Through the Valley of The Shadow of Death in “At War”

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4.14.2022

Video: Ace Hood – “At War”

Ace Hood Plays the Role of Preacher, Protector, and Revolutionary in Potent New Video from M.I.N.D. (Memories Inside Never Die) EP

The Video:

“There’s a war happening outside of us and within us. A waging war on our mental, emotional and physical being. A constant battle of balance & alignment, light and darkness but yet when we embrace our selves as we are we uncover our true power. Pray for Haiti is a metaphor. It’s a reminder when we are in some of our deepest/darkest moments it takes courage and self-awareness to pull yourself out of any feeling of discomfort or feeling of unworthiness.” – Ace Hood

Since reclaiming his independence and setting out on a new path, Ace Hood’s story is best described as one of spiritual, mental, artistic, and physical growth. Today, Ace returns to transform hearts and minds in revolutionary fashion, sharing the poignant new video for “At War,” the standout track of self-discovery amidst social injustice from his recent M.I.N.D. (Memories Inside Never Die) EP, available everywhere via Hood Nation / EMPIRE.

The Alex Heider-directed “At War” video depicts a version of Ace in stark contrast to the Broward County turn-up trailblazer of old, as he steps into the role of a revolutionary who shepherds his people onto the righteous path. Enhanced by the expressive movement of dancer Vernisa Allen, the video for “At War” sees a black-clad Ace Hood in a church painted with the stained-glass sunlight of the outside world as he stands before a masked militia of armed men and women. The video, like the track itself, invites listeners to stand with Ace at the intersection of personal and generational trauma, compounded by the ongoing oppression of Black people–in America and in Ace’s ancestral Haiti– throughout history. Facing these seemingly insurmountable obstacles, Ace’s unyielding introspection, ceaseless faith, and remarkable commitment to righteousness comprise the arsenal of weapons that ultimately triumph over his adversity, allowing him to lead the way for others, rapping, “If I’m not aligning with my purpose, I’m not truly happy/I get this s*** here from a source and you can’t mirror match it/Ain’t nothing realer than me healing up this mental damage.”

Featuring recent singles like the boldly aspirational, “Glory,” and the glowingly self-assured, “Little Light,” M.I.N.D. marked a fresh, new start for Ace. Enlisting fellow independent veteran and outspoken activist Killer Mike for the project’s sole feature, the project is animated by a clear social message that dissects the mentality required to triumph over personal and generational trauma. Whether he’s celebrating the spoils of his hard-earned self-sovereignty as an artist on tracks like “Living Legend,” or grappling with long-standing structures which serve to deny him that autonomy as a black man on songs like “Free,” M.I.N.D. serves as Ace’s testament to the universal truths found only by looking inward.

“Knowledge is power,” asserts Ace Hood. “The key is to work together to further each other. I speak on a human level because at some point I, or a loved one, have been affected by the issues I speak about in my rhymes. I believe people need a fearless representation of what these issues look like.”

Stay tuned for much more music and mindfulness from Ace Hood in 2022.

Watch “At War”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cLpWCv_CZ4

Buy/Stream M.I.N.D. (Memories Inside Never Die): https://music.empi.re/mind

M.I.N.D. (Memories Inside Never Die) tracklist:

Memories Inside Never Die
At War
Glory
Demonstration
Love Liberates
Free
Little Light
Greatness ft. Killer Mike
Exit 41
Wisdom

Please contact Michelle or Myles for more info.

The Background:

Amid a career highlighted by gold and platinum plaques, Top 10 albums, and A-list collaborations, Ace Hood solidified his legend as the first rapper from Broward County, FL, to reach national prominence, paving the way for artists like Kodak Black, YNW Melly (about whom Ace Hood narrated a podcast with Complex and Spotify), and more. This new path was not easily forged for Ace, who made immense personal sacrifices to invest in himself while reinventing his artistry. Ace’s journey to inhabit his new self began with his physical and mental health–he devoted himself to training (he started a supplement brand called Ace Blend to help people realize their gains), meditation, family time, and self-love. Though there were some bumps on his road to self-reliance, Ace always knew he was on the right track. “I am in a space where I’m creating the best music of my life,” says Ace. The success of his 2020 album, Mr. Hood, and its hit single, “We Ball” (75 million streams), have proven that statement, and this year, he’s on a mission to sustain, even grow, his independent empire.

DC The Don Takes a Mental Vacation in “i want you <3”

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4.13.2022

Video: DC The Don – “i want you <3“

The 22-Year-Old Artist Expands on the Inner Conflict Presented in His Recent Album, My Own Worst Enemy, Letting His Sensitive Side Shine Through As He Prepares to Kick Off the “MOW3 Tour” in Late April

Critical Praise:

The Video:

With a genre-spanning versatility brought to life by his ambitious creative vision, DC The Don masterfully toes the line between melodic anthems (delivered by the more tender side of his personality he calls RAG3 KIDD) and hard-biting rage raps (courtesy of the devilish, red-haired DONNY). Giving DONNY the day off, DC offers RAG3 KIDD his spot in the limelight amidst their battle for supremacy, sharing his new 713bran-directed and edited video for “i want you <3” from his recent album, My Own Worst Enemy, available everywhere now via Rostrum Records.

Floating over layers of bubbly synth and booming bass production, courtesy of Trademark, KillMxtt, and XoBenny, “i want you <3” sees RAG3 KIDD flaunting his melodic flows as he comes to grips with the one he truly desires, and all that he hopes to leave behind. After he was seemingly murdered at the hands of DONNY in the video for “Live From The Gutta!” RAG3 KIDD is seen wandering aimlessly through dirt roads and alleyways before arriving at a sunny, seaside paradise. Whether this setting is a brief escape from his conflict from DONNY, or a permanent resting place for the sensitive side of DC’s split personality, it doesn’t stop the young artist from flexing: “Ten pointer diamonds in both of my ears, where I’m from/We don’t call ‘em earrings, I got boogers.”

Stay tuned for more from the young artist, including the upcoming East Coast leg of his “MOW3 TOUR,” kicking off later this month in Philadelphia!

Watch “i want you <3”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49fZSCwwoVs

Buy/Stream My Own Worst Enemy: https://lnk.to/DCTheDonMOW3

Buy Tickets for MOW3 Tour: https://linktr.ee/DCTHEDONTOUR

MOW3 Tour – East Coast Leg:

4/28 – Philadelphia, PA
4/30 – Greenfield, MA
5/1 – Clifton, NJ
5/5 – Atlanta, GA
5/7 – Orlando, FL
5/8 – Miami, FL
5/27 – Arlington, TX (So What?! Festival)

Please contact Dan or Kevin for more info.

The Background:

Jay Fizzle Keeps It Mellow Like Donatello in “Zaba Freestyle”

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4.12.2022

Video: Jay Fizzle – “Zaba Freestyle“

Paper Route Empire’s Longest-Tenured Signee Gets to the Bag by Air, Land, and Sea in New Video

The Video:

A staple of his Memphis hometown known for focused triplet flows and candid coolness, Jay Fizzle has been putting on for Paper Route Empire for over half a decade. Today, Jay Fizzle returns with more purple than the iced-out Donatello pendant on his chain in his new “Zaba Freestyle” video. Over a synth-booming beat that combines bouncy Memphis bass with the 8-bit aesthetic of a Nintendo game, Jay Fizzle attacks the track with a flashy ferocity, rapping, “Got big racks on me, color palette/Water like a scuba diver/Fours up on the Benzo make me sit just like a trucker driver.” “Zaba Freestyle” is the latest release in the run up to Jay Fizzle’s upcoming project, DonnaFizzle, coming soon via Paper Route Empire.

“Zaba Freestyle” follows in the wake of “4 HOS,” a showcase for Fizzle’s drawly, double-dipping delivery, and “LLD,” a heartfelt tribute to his mentor Young Dolph. Adorned with lush harmonies and a star vocal turn from Ricco Barrino, “Long Live Dolph” finds Jay Fizzle baring his soul, the South Memphis native audibly emotional when he relays his gratitude to his mentor for teaching him everything he knows: “The way I talk, the way I walk, the way I act, the way I dress/The way I do my thing up in the booth, I learned it from the best.” With over 1.4 million views on YouTube, “LLD” is the opening track from Paper Route Empire Presents: Long Live Dolph, a new compilation album from the independent label, which features appearances from nearly every artist on PRE, including Key Glock, Big Moochie Grape, Kenny Muney and more.

Long Live Dolph is reflective, but it is also triumphant; Paper Route Empire will continue building on the foundation that Dolph laid. Keep an eye on the young and hungry PRE roster, as nearly every one of them plans to drop plenty of music this year. Already, the year brought Time Is Muney, a new project by Kenny Muney, and Yellow Tape 2 (Deluxe), an expansion of Key Glock’s Billboard Top 10-charting Yellow Tape 2. With DonnaFizzle and much more on the way, 2022 is Paper Route Szn.

Watch “Zaba Freestyle”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCmRrNvJZOU

Buy/Stream “Zaba Freestyle: https://music.empi.re/zabafreestyle

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

Pre-order Paper Route Empire Presents: Long Live Dolph vinyl: https://officialyoungdolphstore.smsb.co/2Gesji

Paper Route Empire Presents: Long Live Dolph tracklist:

Long Live Dolph (Jay Fizzle)
Role Model (Role Model)
In Dolph We Trust (Big Moochie Grape)
Proud (Key Glock)
Fully Equipt (PRE Woo)
I Like (Joddy ft. Snupe Bandz)
Love For Me (CHITANA ft. Young Dolph)
I Know Why (Snupe Bandz)

Out Now from Paper Route Empire:

Paper Route Empire Presents: Long Live Dolph
Kenny Muney – Time Is Muney
Key Glock – Yellow Tape 2 (Deluxe)

Coming in 2022:

Snupe Bandz & Paper Route Woo – Boyz in the Hood (release date TBA)
Big Moochie Grape – East Haiti Baby (release date TBA)
Jay Fizzle – DonnaFizzle (release date TBA)
Young Dolph – Paper Route Frank (release date TBA)
Joddy Badass – Who TF is Joddy (release date TBA)
Bigg Unccc – Rich Young Villain (release date TBA)
Chitana – TBD title (release date TBA)

Please contact Michelle or Kerry for more info.

Watch Camila Cabello’s TikTok LIVE Experience TODAY at 7pm ET

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4.7.22

TikTok Presents Familia: Welcome To The Family, an Immersive Musical Performance with Camila Cabello

Watch Today at 7pm ET/4pm PT

Only On TikTok

The Announcement:

Three-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated, multi-platinum, singer/songwriter Camila Cabello presents Familia: Welcome to the Family, an immersive and inventive music experience, broadcast LIVE first on TikTok. The upcoming event features the first-ever live performances of new songs from her forthcoming album Familia. Tune in on @CamilaCabello at 4 PM PT/7 PM ET TODAY (April 7th), or to one of the three rebroadcasts to watch. View the full broadcast schedule below.

Camila’s stream is a fantastical trip through the artist’s mind, with shifting sets and costumes designed to complement the music. The performance was created using eye-popping XR, augmenting Camila’s singing and choreography with immersive visual effects bringing Camila’s creativity to her fans like never before. Camila creates an engrossing virtual world for each song she performs, leading the audience on a surreal journey through an ever-shifting reality. Familia: Welcome to the Family is a one-of-a-kind experience you don’t want to miss.

The LIVE experience arrives just before the release of Camila’s much anticipated third full-length album, Familia, which will be released on April 8th. Home to the single “Bam Bam” ft. Ed Sheeran, Familia releases everywhere at midnight ET via Epic Records.

Read the announcement post on TikTok’s newsroom: https://newsroom.tiktok.com/en-us/tiktok-presents-an-immersive-musical-performance-with-camila-cabello

Full broadcast schedule:
LIVE Broadcast: Thursday April 7 @ 4pm PT/7pm ET
Rebroadcast #1 (US/CA/LATAM): Friday April 8 @ 4pm PT/7pm ET
Rebroadcast #2 (APAC/AUS): Saturday April 9 @ 8pm MYT/9pm JP/10pm AEST
Rebroadcast #3 (UK/EU/Africa): Saturday April 9 @ 11am PT/7pm BST

For TikTok inquiries, please contact:
Michelle McDevitt, Annjelica Houston, Destiny Riley, T’Keyah Hayes, Audible Treats
Leah Linder, TikTok

The Background:

TikTok is the world’s go-to platform for music discovery and a launching pad for smash hits by artists of all genres and levels of fame. Empowering its community of creators and music fans, the platform supercharges the discovery process, introducing fans to their new favorite songs and allowing artists to directly engage with listeners. TikTok starts trends that reverberate throughout the culture, the industry, and the charts.

Links:

Read more on TikTok’s newsroom: newsroom.tiktok.com

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I Bet U Won’t,” a 2016 regional hit by Baton Rouge spitter Level and acclaimed New Orleans rapper/producer Mouse On Da Track. The song’s popularity on TikTok (58k video creations) comes from two distinct sources–the first is comedian Famous Amos, whose staggering dance to the song went viral on multiple platforms, who has been reposting creative re-interpretations of the dance on his TikTok. Another comes from Texas teenager @walker_sheppard, who performs elaborate dances to the song with help from his classmates. With over 150 million views on the #ibetyouwont and #ibetyouwontchallenge tags, “I Bet U Won’t” has the goods to be the next Bayou banger to find a wider audience thanks to TikTok.

TikTok has been a fertile ground for musical theater, transforming creative experiments like Emily Bear & Abigail Barlow’s GRAMMY-winning The Unofficial Bridgerton Musical and the Ratatouille-adaptation Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical! into full-fledged productions. Now, TikTok is taking the next step, producing its own musical… about itself! The musical, entitled For You, Paige will be performed on a stage in NYC and available to watch LIVE only on TikTok on April 14th. For You, Paige was written by Daniel Mertzlufft, the brains behind the Ratatouille musical, and it tells the story of a young TikTok creator’s journey to viral stardom. Creators Sri, Krystina Alabado, Roman Banks, and James Henry will be among the cast. With more announcements and details to come, For You, Paige will be performed in NYC and streamed LIVE on @tiktok on April 14th at 7pm ET/4pm PT. Read more on TikTok’s newsroom: https://newsroom.tiktok.com/en-us/for-you-paige and stay tuned to #ProjectBroadway in-app.

Three-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated, multi-platinum, singer/songwriter Camila Cabello is set to present Familia: Welcome to the Family, an immersive and inventive music experience, broadcast LIVE on TikTok. The upcoming event will give fans the first opportunity to hear new songs from her forthcoming album Familia. Tune in on @CamilaCabello at 4 PM PT/7 PM ET on April 7th, or to one of the three rebroadcasts (view the full broadcast schedule on TikTok’s newsroom). Read the full announcement on TikTok’s newsroom: https://newsroom.tiktok.com/en-us/tiktok-presents-an-immersive-musical-performance-with-camila-cabello

Check TikTok’s newsroom for more noteworthy stories: newsroom.tiktok.com

For more info, please contact:
Michelle McDevitt, Kerry Harrison, Destiny Riley, T’Keyah Hayes, Audible Treats
Leah Linder, TikTok

The Background:

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Their mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy.

TikTok has global offices including Los Angeles, New York, London, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Links:

TikTok’s Newsroom: https://newsroom.tiktok.com/en-us

Check out previous editions of TikTok Treats, a weekly newsletter about the most interesting music happenings on TikTok:

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04.08.2022

Durk, Jack, Demi, and Fergie Inspire TikTok Music Trends

04.07.2022

Lil Gotit Brings the Hocus Pocus into Focus on “She Know It”

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Lil Gotit Brings the Hocus Pocus into Focus on “She Know It”

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4.6.2022

Video: Lil Gotit – “She Know It”

The ATL Trap Star Pours Purple Potions in Latest Video from His Upcoming Project, The Cheater, Arriving This Spring

Critical Praise:

“The centerpiece of the mixtape is the hypnotic “Get N Dere Gang,” which I could see holding a permanent place on DJ sets throughout the summer.” – Pitchfork

“Lil Gotit is continuing to slither his way to the top of Atlanta’s new wave with the release of his latest project, Top Chef Gotit.” – Complex

“Lil Gotit is the heir to Atlanta’s rap throne” – The FADER

The Video:

With spring coming into full bloom, the weather’s not the only thing getting warmed up as Atlanta’s “real hood baby,” Lil Gotit, has been cooking up potions and commotion. Today, Gotit returns to walk us through the wizarding world of Zone 3 with his new single, “She Know It,” from his forthcoming project The Cheater, arriving this spring. Anchored by an equally ominous and angelic instrumental courtesy of Boominati Worldwide producer Topp, “She Know It” is Lil Gotit’s unapologetic player anthem. Dripping with all the sonic sensibilities of Atlanta trap that make Gotit a staple of the city, Gotit makes his own waves while showing love to a hometown hero, rapping, “Forgiatos, Moscato, that’s just what I’m on/That money the motto, come f*** with a Don/Thugger Thugger living, ‘So Much Fun.’”

In the Jerry Morka-directed video for “She Know It,” Gotit works his magic, connecting with his brother Lil Keed to form the most formidable wizarding duo since Harry Potter and Ron Weasley. Gotit is a Gryffindor prone to kicking doors, as the spellbinding spitter totes his wand through enchanted corridors, casting spells of trap magic to summon side chicks and make opps vanish into thin air.

“She Know It” arrives following Gotit’s recent video singles “Take Care,” featuring Toosii and Milly Go Lightly, and “Walk Down,” featuring CEO Trayle, Biggz, and Lil Double 0, his first two releases since 2021’s Top Chef Gotit. The Gunna-executive produced Top Chef Gotit marked Gotit’s ascension into the ranks of Atlanta’s trap elite, earning the official co-sign from his slimes like Young Thug. As Gotit plots his next move, he looks to cement his legacy within ATL’s storied tradition and establish himself as the leader of a cresting wave of innovative trap stars.

Stay tuned for much more from Lil Gotit in the near future.

Watch “She Know It”: https://lilgotit.lnk.to/sheknowit-video

Buy/Stream “She Know It”: https://lilgotit.lnk.to/sheknowit

Please contact Michelle or Destiny for more info.

Links:

instagram | soundcloud | spotify

“She Know It”: https://lilgotit.lnk.to/sheknowit

“Take Care” ft. Toosii & Millie Go Lightly: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rvTlpfYjd-0 / https://lilgotit.lnk.to/takecare

“Walk Down” ft. Biggz, CEO Trayle, & Lil Double 0: https://smarturl.it/walkdownlilgotit / https://youtu.be/zZxQUBkrIaA

“Father’s Day”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgFPsyG6gS4

“Work Out” ft. Gunna: https://youtu.be/5ZWWzYypb4M

“Options”: https://youtu.be/Ig_sc2CwRvk

“Playa Chanel” ft. Young Thug: https://youtu.be/MeHtzniWLXo

Top Chef Gotit: https://smarturl.it/topchefgotit

“Get N Dere Gang” ft. Lil Keed & Yak Gotti: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=og1sN5f5cgk

“Work Out” ft. Gunna: http://smarturl.it/lilgotitworkout

“Burnt N Turnt” ft. NAV: http://smarturl.it/BurntNTurnt / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBMg-dNe-sk

“Toosie”: http://lilgotit.lnk.to/Toosie / https://youtu.be/DO0UbKCy6QI

“Wok”: https://lilgotit.lnk.to/Wok

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04.07.2022

DUSTY LOCANE Blasts Away Like a Castaway in “FLOSS STATE OF MIND”

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DUSTY LOCANE Blasts Away Like a Castaway in “FLOSS STATE OF MIND”

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4.6.2022

Video: DUSTY LOCANE – “FLOSS STATE OF MIND“

The Canarsie Native Channels Tom Hanks, WOO-Walks with Wilson on a Desert Island in Latest Video from his Debut Album, UNTAMED

Critical Praise:

“A rumbling voice that could be picked up on a seismograph” – Pitchfork

“He’s going to be a force to be reckoned with, and he knows it.” – Lyrical Lemonade

“…hard-hitting rhymes that will surely be heard blaring over car stereos in Brooklyn.” – HotNewHipHop

The Video:

Starting with his Gold-selling “ROLLIN N CONTROLLIN” and continuing with his debut album, UNTAMED, Canarsie’s own DUSTY LOCANE emerged as a force to be reckoned with across all five boroughs over the past year. Showing no signs of slowing his rolling and controlling, DUSTY returns to share new visuals from his acclaimed debut for the choir-backed Brooklyn drill anthem, “FLOSS STATE OF MIND.”

The “FLOSS STATE OF MIND” video finds DUSTY in a remote island paradise, journeying through the jungle with machete in hand, making waves on a yacht, and building a bonfire on the beach with Wilson, the Castaway co-star who is still the world’s most beloved volleyball. The vibey hometown anthem serves as DUSTY’s invitation to “come take a trip” to Canarsie, also known as “The Flossy,” as he raps, “WOOs do it better, stack your cheddar, get ‘em off me/But you can never say a n**** like me, big cheese/Most n***** talk that hot s*** then go call the police.”

Following recent clips like the booming “BIG WOOS” (1.5 million views), the Yung Bleu-featuring “WHAT YOU NEED” (1.6 million views), and the high-octane “REWIND” (2 million views), “FLOSS STATE OF MIND” is the latest video from UNTAMED, which capped off a massive 2021 for the 22-year-old artist. In December, DUSTY joined the exclusive ranks of artists like Olivia Rodrigo, Coi Leray, Pooh Shiesty, and many more, by being welcomed into the #RIAAClassOf2021 for receiving his first GOLD certification this year with his debut single, “ROLLIN N CONTROLLIN FREESTYLE,” which racked up over 200 million combined streams. The EMPIRE artist struck gold again with “Rolando (Caught In The Rain)” (73 million Spotify streams) and “ROLLIN N CONTROLLIN PT. 2 (PICTURE ME),” which generated well over 150k video creations on TikTok.

Watch “FLOSS STATE OF MIND”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HK5Irx554sQ

Buy/Stream UNTAMED: https://music.empi.re/untamed

UNTAMED Tracklist:
1. CHANGE YOU
2. ROLLIN N CONTROLLIN FREESTYLE
3. RUMBLE
4. MISFIT ft. OBN Jay
5. ICED OUT
6. DEADLY
7. FLOSS STATE OF MIND
8. CHEAT CODE
9. 5TH CLOCC FINEST ft. 3Kizzy
10. WHAT YOU NEED ft. Yung Bleu
11. ROLANDO (Caught In The Rain)
12. ROLLIN N CONTROLLIN PT. 2 (PICTURE ME)
13. BEST FRIEND ft. 8ANDITT
14. EDEN ROCC
15. A DAY ON THE FIFTH
16. REWIND
17. GET MONEY
18. BIG WOOS ft. Rah Swish
19. CLICC CLACC ft. KG MORE BREESH
20. CANES WORLD

Please contact Michelle or Kevin for more info.

The Background:

“It was all in front of me; I just had to go get it,” DUSTY LOCANE says at the beginning of his viral drill heater, “Rolando (Caught In The Rain).” That’s an understatement: less than a year after he started rapping, the gruff-voiced, baby-faced Brooklyn spitter has experienced one of the most meteoric rises in recent rap history. He’s only released three songs, and he’s already a star: his breakout song “R60LLXN N CONTROLLIN” went viral instantly, and its follow-up “Rolando” garnered 1 million video plays and 1 million streams in its first week. The world is closely watching Dusty, and he’s ready to deliver.

Links:

instagram | twitter | youtube | spotify

“FLOSS STATE OF MIND”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HK5Irx554sQ

“BIG WOOS” ft. Rah Swish: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wc4JUR5Ph-Y

“REWIND”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phyPg2-g6IA

“WHAT YOU NEED”: https://youtu.be/Hi2le5fnQWs

UNTAMED: https://music.empi.re/untamed

“CANES WORLD”: https://music.empi.re/canesworld

“Best Friend” ft. 8ANDITT: https://music.empi.re/bestfriend / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A1ZgFI53hAk

“ROLLIN N CONTROLLIN Pt. 2 (Picture Me)”: https://music.empi.re/rollinnpt2 / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FaSSZYz_GrU

“Move Doley” ft. OnPointLikeOP: https://youtu.be/dpzKPNP9U3Y / https://music.empi.re/movedoley

“Rumble”: https://music.empi.re/rumble / https://youtu.be/dpzKPNP9U3Y

“Intro 2 Me Pt. 1”: https://music.empi.re/intro2me

“Rolando (Caught In The Rain)”: https://music.empi.re/rolando

“ROLLIN N CONTROLLIN”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZaNL4YI3wt4

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04.06.2022

OTF’s Doodie Lo is the “FACE” That Runs the Place in New Video

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OTF’s Doodie Lo is the “FACE” That Runs the Place in New Video

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4.5.2022

Video: Doodie Lo – “FACE“

The Lil Durk-Endorsed OTF Hard-Hitter Goes From Big Spitter to Wig Splitter in Flex-Heavy New Video

The Video:

Proudly representing Kankakee, IL, Doodie Lo has staked a claim on the streets as the next hard-nosed Midwest spitter to hit it big. With a street-sharpened pen, Doodie Lo spits Midwest mob tales through his trap-happy rasp on his new video single, “FACE.” The CROWNSOHEAVY-directed video sees Doodie squad up at the studio, putting his endless hustle on display while he makes it crystal clear he’s only a stone’s throw from the streets, rapping, “I be rapping, but got P’s on the low/You better ease off that snow/‘Fore I sneeze, and they blow.” “FACE” is the latest salvo in a busy year for the Only The Family artist, following his recent Icewear Vezzo-assisted single, “Melrose,” as the artist looks to make his mark with his street anthems.

Last year, Doodie Lo made an impact with Big Doodie Lo, the artist’s debut full-length project. The mixtape is home to “Me & Doodie Lo,” an energetic collab between King Von and Doodie that originally appeared on OTF’s Loyal Bros compilation (and racked up over 10.8 million YouTube views), in which the legendary O-Block native gives Mr. Kankakee an enthusiastic co-sign. Doodie Lo returns the favor with mixtape highlight “Von Flow,” in which he emulates the propulsive rhyming pattern that Von used in many of his hits and tells a crazy story of his own. Featuring appearances from his OTF head honcho Lil Durk, along with guest spots from Moneybagg Yo, Pooh Shiesty (on the pugilistic recent single “Bodies,” which has 2+ million YouTube views), BIG30, and Yung Mal, Big Doodie Lo is available to stream everywhere via Only The Family / EMPIRE.

A close associate of Lil Durk with a growing fanbase in the midwest, Doodie Lo hails from Kankakee, a small city 30 minutes outside of Chicago. He has contributed several standout tracks to OTF compilation tapes, including “Hang Out” ft. Memo600, from 2019’s Family Over Everything. The artist had his coming out party early in 2021 with his contributions to Loyal Bros, including “Took Down,” his collaboration with Memphis rapper BIG30 that racked up over 1.8 million video views, “Street Raised Me,” which connected him with Booka600, and most significantly, the aforementioned “Me And Doodie Lo.”

With the full support of Lil Durk, who Doodie Lo is supporting on “The 7220 Tour,” and a strong debut mixtape under his belt, Doodie Lo looks to establish himself as the next midwest street rapper to blow. Given all that he’s already overcome, it would not be wise to bet against him.

Watch “FACE”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYo4NP3Di28

Buy/Stream “FACE”: https://music.empi.re/facedoodielo

Buy/Stream Big Doodie Lo: https://music.empi.re/bigdoodieloalbum

Lil Durk tour dates here (contact us if you want to see him open): https://www.instagram.com/p/CbBFJ1bJ3A_/

Please contact Michelle or T’Keyah for more info.

The Background:

OTF Background
Founded by Lil Durk, Only The Family is one of rap’s most respected labels and most impressive collections of talent. Originally based in Chicago, the label earned a reputation for cultivating some of the city’s most vital talents, with members like Booka600, Memo600, and the late great King Von. With a roster that reflects label boss Durk’s signature combination of raw lyricism and emotional songwriting, OTF has released three label compilation mixtapes, including the two volumes of Only The Family Involved in 2018 and Family Over Everything in 2019. Ready to make a statement after a 2020 marked by success and tragedy in equal measure, Only The Family is currently preparing Loyal Bros, their next compilation tape, coming in February 2021.

Links:

“FACE”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYo4NP3Di28

“Melrose” ft. Icewear Vezzo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmycuhI9T4s

“Nowhere”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egi9c9AlpTw

Big Doodie Lo: https://music.empi.re/bigdoodieloalbum

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04.06.2022

Baby Stone Gorillas Catch The Spirit, It Tells Them “Keep Goin”

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Baby Stone Gorillas Catch The Spirit, It Tells Them “Keep Goin”

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4.5.2022

Video: Baby Stone Gorillas – “Keep Goin“

The Magnetic LA Rap Crew Delivers the Spirit to the City of Angels in Latest Video from Debut Mixtape, BABYST5XNE GORILLAS

Critical Praise:

“The South East L.A. crew are having one of those runs where a regional rapper or group just break off hit after hit.” – Pitchfork

“Baby Stone Gorillas took the west coast by storm in 2021, and the Los Angeles-based quartet has wasted no time leaving its mark in 2022.” – No Jumper

“Baby Stone Gorillas have been on an impeccable run as of late, matching consistent releases with a deeply unique sense of artistry that only improves and expands with each new release” – Lyrical Lemonade

“Youthful and fiery, BSG continues to witness their sound sweep over Southern California and are poised to break across the map.” – Our Generation Music

The Video:

With their colorful SoCal charisma and double-take inspiring punchlines, Baby Stone Gorillas are coming into their own as some of LA’s most electrifying entertainers. Composed of rappers Top5ivee, P4K, 5Much, and EKillaOffDaBlocck, each member of the versatile BSG crew brings their own unique strengths to the table, resulting in the most exciting four-man squad since the Ninja Turtles. Today, the Baby Stone Gorillas assemble once again to put the “ice” in “service” with “Keep Goin,” their new video from the group’s debut mixtape, BABYST5XNE GORILLAS.

The side-splitting, YourJustNTime-directed “Keep Goin” video opens on a sunny Sunday morning at the house of worship as the impassioned pastor preaches to the “sinners, gangsters, lovers” in attendance. Whether dealing with hard times, as he tells 5Much, or turning up in Vegas, as he tells Top5ivee, his sermon remains the same: “keep going!” Taking the altar to give praise with their performance, the BSG crew vibes with the spirit-sipping worshippers in attendance as they deliver some of their most potent proverbs yet, with 5Much rapping, “Asked Killa, ‘How high is that?’ and he said ‘High as f***’/Sometimes I look up in the sky and I look high up.”

The four members of Baby Stone Gorillas have known each other since they were 10-years-old, and were friends far before they dreamed of music stardom. The rappers have distinct styles and roles: 5Much brings a hustler’s mentality and vents about his life, while EK packs the energy. P4K is the proud instigator known for slick-talking raps, while Top5ivee often comes up with B.S.G.’s catchy hooks. Last summer, the group’s self-titled video racked up views in the millions, precipitating a winning streak of viral singles that included the Pitchfork–approved “Military,” which earned airplay on Drake’s OVOSound Radio, and “Untouchable” ft. RJMrLA, catching the attention of Shaquille O’Neal.

With BABYST5XNE GORILLAS, the four South L.A. spitters put on a clinic in street rap rawness. Spanning 23 tracks with nary a dull moment, the tape establishes BSG as the kings of the jungle in SoCal and beyond.

Watch “Keep Goin”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oHhK1qloGU

Buy/Stream BABYST5XNE GORILLAS: https://music.empi.re/babyst5xne

BABYST5XNE GORILLAS Tracklist:
1. B$G Intro
2. Flame Strangs
3. Body For Body
4. Keep Goin
5. On To Tha Next (ft. WeezGotti)
6. Back Up
7. With That (ft. COLDGAME)
8. Blitz
9. 5:05 (ft. Baby Stone Gorillas, Twinn Red, BoogieFrmDa8 & Rosecrans Dame)
10. That’s What You Supposed To Do
11. Pause!
12. Do It Up (ft. Wallie The Sensei)
13. Brag Different
14. Stick Squeezers (ft. Zona Man & Slumlord Trill)
15. Wit Me (ft. 1TakeJay)
16. Lights, Camera, Action
17. Pop A Perk
18. Members Only Reloaded (Richmond2LA) (ft. Bla$ta, WaymoBandzz, BtherGangVonnie, BoozaKeepsScorin & Slumlord Trill)
19. Start Sumn
20. Soldier Musik (ft. Zona Man)
21. Felt A Lot Of Pain
22. In A Circle (ft. BandGang LonnieBands & Youngaveli)
23. V.I.P.

Please contact Michelle or T’Keyah for more info.

The Background:

“You can go and listen to damn near 50 people outta L.A., period, but you’ll notice that we’ve got a different sound,” proclaims Baby Stone Gorillas member EKillaOffDaBlocck. E.K., along with group-mates Top5ivee, P4K, 5Much are creating some of the most original music out of the West Coast. From Baldwin Villages, better known as “The Jungles,” this talented quartet blends elements of their street surroundings with imagination, humor, and a will to stand out. In 2021, videos like their introductory “STL Caps & Jay Hats,” “Baby Stone Gorillas,” and the charged-up “Military” made a powerful impression and garnered several million streams. By the end of 2021, OVORadio played music from Baby Stone Gorillas while Shaq reposted a video. Now, B.S.G. readies a 23-track mixtape that features 1takejay, Bla$ta, Band Gang Lonnie Bands, and Wallie the Sensei. “If we don’t capitalize on this moment right now, there’s no other time,” urges P4K. “That’s how we’re treating it: If we don’t do it now, it’s never.”

Links:

BSG: instagram | spotify | youtube
P4K: instagram
5Much: instagram
Top5ivee: instagram
EKillaOffDaBlocck: instagram

“Keep Goin”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oHhK1qloGU

“Start Sumn”: https://youtu.be/xcoO8VtO664

“That’s What You Suppose To Do”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAV6PUUJdH4

BABYST5XNE GORILLAS: https://music.empi.re/babyst5xne

“Do It Up” ft. Wallie The Sensei: https://youtu.be/11-USp41ao8

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04.02.2022

Key Glock Prepares for GRAMMY Weekend With a Memphis-Set Mob Movie

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Key Glock Prepares for GRAMMY Weekend With a Memphis-Set Mob Movie

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4.2.2022

Key Glock Peers Into His Past in the New Video for “Grammys“

The Paper Route Empire Rapper Prepares to Headline “The Yellow Tape Tour,” Starting in Atlanta on April 4th

The Rapper Shares A Cinematic Clip For the Opening Track From Yellow Tape 2 (Deluxe), the 30-Track Expanded Edition of Glock’s Billboard Top 10-Placing Yellow Tape 2

Critical Praise:

“Glock handles the entirety of the project himself rather than bringing in any guests, a staggering feat considering the new edition adds 10 songs—bringing the total to 30” – Complex

“Memphis’ Key Glock finds himself the new face of Dolph’s label Paper Route Empire” – The FADER

The Video:

More than just a Memphis music mainstay, Paper Route Empire standout Key Glock has movie star ambitions. Released as he heads for an eventful weekend in Vegas, Glock shares “Grammys,” a cinematic mini-movie for a highlight from Yellow Tape 2 (Deluxe). Directed by Nick Mays, the video finds Glock flashing back to his youth, telling two distinct stories about his trap life, centered around his granny’s house in South Memphis. The first story examines Glock’s childhood, as an adolescent Glock dons his bright red Adidas and listens to his Memorex discman as he does dirty work for an OG. The second story depicts Glock as a hard-headed teenager, as he and his friends assert themselves as his neighborhood’s dominant crew with both force and finesse. Through it all, present day Glock roams his old neighborhood in a reflective mood, thinking about how his youthful misadventures prepared him for the limelight better than any classroom ever could.

The new video for “Grammys” arrives as Glock prepares to embark on “SiriusXM Hip Hop Nation Presents: The Yellow Tape Tour,” his first solo nationwide headlining tour, ten dates of which are already sold out. Spanning 33 dates with shows on both coasts and everywhere in between, the tour promises performances of songs from Glock’s Billboard Top 10 albums Yellow Tape (2020) and Yellow Tape 2 (2021), plus hits from his illustrious catalog.

“Grammys” is the opening track from Yellow Tape 2 (Deluxe), the 24-year-old rapper’s latest release, available everywhere via Paper Route Empire. The new deluxe is an expansion of his acclaimed and popular Yellow Tape 2, which debuted at #7 on the Billboard 200 chart, #1 on the Independent Albums chart, and #2 on the Top Rap Albums chart in November 2021. Home to ten new tracks, including recent singles like “Pain Killers” and “Play For Keeps,” the deluxe edition bolsters the introspective candidness of YT2 without losing any of the bass-booming, wordplay-heavy Memphis flavor that Glock perfects.

The success of Yellow Tape 2 proved beyond all doubt that Key Glock is a standalone star in the truest sense. With the 20-track project, Glock cracked his first solo entrance into the Top 10 on the Billboard 200, racked up over 70 million streams on Spotify alone, and did it all without a major label or a single guest feature. In January, Glock paid tribute to his cousin, mentor, and friend, Young Dolph, with his potent tribute, “Proud,” which earned over 4 million views in its first three days, and received praise from The New York Times, among others. The track was featured on the recent compilation album, Paper Route Empire Presents: Long Live Dolph, where Glock appeared alongside his fellow PRE labelmates, and appears on Yellow Tape 2 (Deluxe).

With Yellow Tape 2 (Deluxe) out now and “The Yellow Tape Tour” about to start, stay tuned to see what new heights Key Glock will reach in 2022.

Watch “Grammys”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xNNPUy8Zmw

Yellow Tape 2 (Deluxe): https://music.empi.re/yellowtape2deluxe

Buy Key Glock concert tix: https://www.keyglock.com/

Yellow Tape 2 (Deluxe) Tracklist:

Grammys
No Cap Rap
No Choice
I Be
Gucci & Dolph
Play For Keeps
Proud
Pain Killers
GMFB
No Love
Something Bout Me
Channel 5
Bill Gates
!!! (Don’t Know Who To Trust)
Juicemane
Tony
Ambition For Cash
Ya Feel Me
Can’t Switch
The 1
Quarterback
Da Truth
Check This Out
From The Bottom
Luv a Thug
Understood
Eve
Toolie
U & I Know
Gangsta

Please contact Michelle or Kerry for more info.

Links:

twitter | soundcloud | instagram | spotify | youtube

Key Glock – “Grammys”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xNNPUy8Zmw

Key Glock – Yellow Tape 2 (Deluxe): https://music.empi.re/yellowtape2deluxe

Key Glock – “Play For Keeps”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rli6j5843p0

Key Glock – “Pain Killers”: https://youtu.be/P_JwzVsv5Ps

Key Glock – Yellow Tape 2: http://music.empi.re/yellowtape2

Key Glock – “Channel 5”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZjEVfVkTn6U

Key Glock – Yellow Tape 2: http://music.empi.re/yellowtape2

Key Glock – “Something Bout Me”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2SBfl5Bdo0

Key Glock – “Toolie”: https://music.empi.re/toolie

Key Glock – “Da Truth”: https://music.empi.re/datruth

Key Glock – “Ambition For Cash”: https://music.empi.re/ambitionforcash / https://youtu.be/cAmiuLeSlEU

Key Glock & Snupe Bandz – “Bandaid”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1q4AchKMtDM&pp=sAQA

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

Key Glock – “Mister Glock 2”: https://youtu.be/UqBv-tayBmQ

Young Dolph, Key Glock, Snupe Bandz – “Blu Boyz”: https://music.empi.re/blueboyz

Young Dolph – “Nothing To Me” ft. Snupe Bandz & Paper Route Woo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNy33SqQWyM

Young Dolph & Key Glock – “A Goat & A Dolphin”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFR5MzlvnZ8

Young Dolph & Key Glock – “RAIN RAIN”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mr0l9iZx4no

Young Dolph & Key Glock – Dum and Dummer 2: https://music.empi.re/dumanddummer2

Young Dolph & Key Glock – “Penguins”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOffID-Hp7M

Young Dolph & Key Glock – “Sleep With The Roaches”: https://music.empi.re/sleepwiththeroaches / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zor0D6s6JOs

Young Dolph & Key Glock – “Aspen”: https://music.empi.re/aspen / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JBoRupTiKhQ

Key Glock – “I’m The Type”: https://music.empi.re/imthetype

Young Dolph & Key Glock – “Case Closed”: https://music.empi.re/caseclosed

Young Dolph & Key Glock – “Green Light”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZ8nLbNPV-k

Young Dolph & Key Glock – Dum and Dummer: https://empire.lnk.to/dummer

Bio, photos, music and more can be found at www.audibletreats.com/key-glock

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04.01.2022

Prolific Rap Trailblazer BONES Links With ghost/\/ghoul For Eerie New Single

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Prolific Rap Trailblazer BONES Links With ghost/\/ghoul For Eerie New Single

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4.1.2022

Song: BONES – “Silverado” (Prod. by ghost/\/ghoul)

The Underground King Comes Through With A Confident New Collaboration From OG TeamSesh Member, ghost/\/ghoul

Critical Praise:

“The Michigan-born rapper was one of the earliest and most influential artists to rise through the SoundCloud ranks in the early 2010s thanks to a truly unique aesthetic, an aura of mystery and a sound that would go on to be mimicked by his genre for years to come.” – HYPEBEAST

‘Already one of the most influential artists in rap and the SoundCloud underground, Bones shows no signs of slowing down.” – HYPEBEAST

“O’Connor’s short tracks, creepy videos, and one-word tweets rack up millions of social media interactions from a cult following that helped him sell out shows in 25 cities on a recent tour. The hip-hop elite is taking notice.” – The FADER

“Elmo Kennedy O’Connor was in pre-school when he became obsessed with the Southern artists of No Limit and Cash Money. Later in life, he would adopt the rap moniker Bones and amass a significant cult following. His gothic lyrical style, allergy to songs longer than two and a half minutes, and lo-fi visual aesthetic have convinced a quarter million people to subscribe to the SoundCloud page of his rap collective, TeamSESH.” – HotNewHipHop

The Song:

BONES put his stamp on the underground rap scene with his versatility and relentless work ethic. Coming through with his second release of the year, BONES shares “Silverado,” a confident new single. The track is characterized by heavy bass beats, laced with a distinctive high-pitched synth sound, as the TeamSESH founder reflects on his untouchable status, rapping “You don’t wanna do that, I’m ruthless / Cut off the top now, we roofless / Chains on my neck make her turn like Judas.”

The new track is produced by ghost/\/ghoul, one of the first members to join TeamSESH back in 2011. Unlike most producers on the label, ghost/\/ghoul isn’t a frequent collaborator with BONES–most of the music from ghost/\/ghoul’s extensive discography is purely instrumental, captivating enough to thrill without vocals or rapped verses. In over 10 years in the TeamSESH collective, the two have only collaborated twice, on “WhiteZombie”(2012) and “LastOneThereIsARottenEgg” (2019), but fans won’t have to wait long for the next one. The two TeamSESH titans plan to release a collaborative project in the coming weeks.

2021 was a remarkably busy year for the prolific BONES, marked by five full-length albums including Scraps, his November collaboration album with TeamSESH producer Lyson, October’s ForbiddenImage (produced by cat soup), and July’s InLovingMemory, a dark and personal album that featured the single “WhiteBoyRick,” which has received over 2.4 million views on YouTube. In March, BONES released PushingUpDaisies, a full-length collaborative album produced by TeamSESH producer Deergod. Featuring the single “PopRocks,” which earned praise from Stereogum, the album thrives on the impeccable chemistry between producer and rapper. Earlier in 2021, BONES shared his BURDEN album and released albums recorded under the moniker surrenderdorothy onto DSPs for the first time ever.

If there’s one thing fans know about BONES, it’s that he’s always working on his next project. Stay tuned for much more from the TeamSESH founder in 2022.

Buy/Stream “Silverado” (w/ ghost/\/ghoul): https://sesh.team/bones/silverado/

Please contact Michelle or Kerry for more info.

The Background:

BONES has proven to be one of the most enduring, influential, and creative hip-hop artists to emerge in the early 2010s. The TeamSESH founder has recorded dozens of albums, racking up hundreds of millions of streams and feeding a fanbase that eagerly awaits his every move. Despite remaining fiercely independent and true to his underground roots, his music has permeated the mainstream–in 2015, A$AP Rocky sampled BONES’ song “Dirt” for “Canal St.” (124 million streams), and in recent years, BONES has performed in prime slots at festivals such as Rolling Loud as a member of Seshollowaterboyz (along with Xavier Wülf, Chris Travis, and Eddy Baker).

Links:

“Silverado” (w/ ghost/\/ghoul): https://sesh.team/bones/silverado/

“TheOne” (w/ grayera): https://music.empi.re/theone

Ricky A Go Go – “DeathTrain” ft. BONES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyLuK1_QyGo

Scraps (w/ Lyson): https://music.empi.re/scraps

ForbiddenImage (w/ cat soup): https://sesh.team/bones/forbiddenimage/

“WhiteBoyRick”: https://youtu.be/I4jh4ojwSoM

“InLovingMemory”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4YcNb2cAI4

InLovingMemory: https://music.empi.re/inlovingmemory

PushingUpDaisies (w/ Deergod): https://music.empi.re/pushingupdaisies

“PopRocks” (w/ Deergod): http://sesh.link/poprocks / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DsNZZmkcmPY

BURDEN: http://SESH.LINK/BURDEN

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03.30.2022

Pharrell, Coi & Nicki, and 80s Country Lead the Way on TikTok

03.30.2022

Lil Gotit Floats Like a Feather with Toosii and Millie Go Lightly in “Take Care” Video

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Lil Gotit Floats Like a Feather with Toosii and Millie Go Lightly in “Take Care” Video

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3.30.2022

Video: Lil Gotit – “Take Care” ft. Toosii & Millie Go Lightly

The ATL Trap Star Teams with North Carolina Rapper Toosii and London Songstress Millie Go Lightly in Jet-Setting New Video From Gotit’s Upcoming Project The Cheater, Coming This Spring

Critical Praise:

“The centerpiece of the mixtape is the hypnotic “Get N Dere Gang,” which I could see holding a permanent place on DJ sets throughout the summer.” – Pitchfork

“Lil Gotit is continuing to slither his way to the top of Atlanta’s new wave with the release of his latest project, Top Chef Gotit.” – Complex

“Since officially stepping into the Rap game in 2017, Gotit has been one of several standout stars to come out of Atlanta’s buzzing scene and he continues to impress with each new release.” – HotNewHipHop

“Lil Gotit is the heir to Atlanta’s rap throne” – The FADER

The Video:

Since turning up the heat with Top Chef Gotit this past summer, Atlanta’s one and only “real hood baby” intends to feed the streets as the weather warms up in 2022. Flying high in the sky with his money on his mind, Lil Gotit returns to share “Take Care,” his new video single featuring Toosii and Millie Go Lightly. “Take Care” is the latest dispatch from The Cheater, Gotit’s next album, out this spring via Alamo Records.

The BeDifferent Media-directed video, presented by No More Heroes, sees Gotit and company adorned in black-and-white ensembles as they flex in front of a pair of Hellcats, pop bottles on a PJ, and sport more ice than an igloo. While Millie Go Lightly provides airy, ethereal vocals atop the track’s effervescent instrumental, Toosii and Gotit reflect on their paths to stardom compared to their competitors, as Gotit raps, “I got rich off taking care of the guys/You got rich off of telling these lies.”

“Take Care” follows in the wake of Gotit’s recent video single, “Walk Down,” featuring CEO Trayle, Biggz, and Lil Double 0, his first two releases since 2021’s Top Chef Gotit. The Gunna-executive produced Top Chef Gotit marked Gotit’s ascension into the ranks of Atlanta’s trap elite, earning the official co-sign from his slimes like Young Thug. As Gotit plots his next move, he looks to cement his legacy within ATL’s storied tradition and establish himself as the leader of a cresting wave of innovative trap stars.

Stay tuned for much more from Lil Gotit in the near future.

Watch “Take Care” ft. Toosii & Millie Go Lightly: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rvTlpfYjd-0

Buy/Stream “Take Care” ft. Toosii & Millie Go Lightly: https://lilgotit.lnk.to/takecare

Please contact Michelle or Destiny for more info.

Links:

instagram | soundcloud | spotify

“Take Care” ft. Toosii & Millie Go Lightly: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rvTlpfYjd-0 / https://lilgotit.lnk.to/takecare

“Walk Down” ft. Biggz, CEO Trayle, & Lil Double 0: https://smarturl.it/walkdownlilgotit / https://youtu.be/zZxQUBkrIaA

“Father’s Day”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgFPsyG6gS4

“Work Out” ft. Gunna: https://youtu.be/5ZWWzYypb4M

“Options”: https://youtu.be/Ig_sc2CwRvk

“Playa Chanel” ft. Young Thug: https://youtu.be/MeHtzniWLXo

Top Chef Gotit: https://smarturl.it/topchefgotit

“Get N Dere Gang” ft. Lil Keed & Yak Gotti: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=og1sN5f5cgk

“Work Out” ft. Gunna: http://smarturl.it/lilgotitworkout

“Burnt N Turnt” ft. NAV: http://smarturl.it/BurntNTurnt / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBMg-dNe-sk

“Toosie”: http://lilgotit.lnk.to/Toosie / https://youtu.be/DO0UbKCy6QI

“Wok”: https://lilgotit.lnk.to/Wok

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03.30.2022

PRE’s Jay Fizzle Sizzles in New “4HOS” Video

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PRE’s Jay Fizzle Sizzles in New “4HOS” Video

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3.29.2022

Video: Jay Fizzle – “4 HOS” (Prod. by Bandplay)

Paper Route Empire’s Longest-Tenured Signee Lives It Up in the Studio in His First Release Since the Heart-Wrenching “LLD” ft. Ricco Barrino

The Video:

Known in Memphis for his locked-in triplets and unapologetic realness, Jay Fizzle has been repping Paper Route Empire for more than half a decade. Today, Jay Fizzle shares the video for “4 HOS,” a clip that shows the world how he lives. Produced by PRE’s in-house maestro Bandplay, “4HOS” is a showcase for Fizzle’s drawly, double-dipping delivery, as he fits his flexes into a clever rhyme scheme: “VVS diamonds my logo, make that stick jump like a pogo/You n****s the popo, guy turn your ass to some dodo/I got my eyes lookin’ low-low.” In the video, Fizzle throws a function at a South Memphis studio, complete with bud, black lights, and beautiful women. “4 HOS” is the latest release from DonnaFizzle, Jay Fizzle’s upcoming project, hitting the streets soon via Paper Route Empire.

“4 HOS” is Fizzle’s first release since “LLD,” a heartfelt tribute to his mentor Young Dolph. Adorned with lush harmonies and a star vocal turn from Ricco Barrino, “Long Live Dolph” finds Jay Fizzle baring his soul, the South Memphis native audibly emotional when he relays his gratitude to his mentor for teaching him everything he knows: “The way I talk, the way I walk, the way I act, the way I dress/The way I do my thing up in the booth, I learned it from the best.” With over 1.4 million views on YouTube, “LLD” is the opening track from Paper Route Empire Presents: Long Live Dolph, a new compilation album from the independent label, which features appearances from nearly every artist on PRE, including Key Glock, Big Moochie Grape, Kenny Muney and more.

Watch “4 HOS” (Prod. by Bandplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZCRoLxZJWwA

Buy/Stream “4 HOS” (Prod. by Bandplay): https://music.empi.re/4hos

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

Pre-order Paper Route Empire Presents: Long Live Dolph vinyl: https://officialyoungdolphstore.smsb.co/2Gesji

Paper Route Empire Presents: Long Live Dolph tracklist:

Long Live Dolph (Jay Fizzle)
Role Model (Role Model)
In Dolph We Trust (Big Moochie Grape)
Proud (Key Glock)
Fully Equipt (PRE Woo)
I Like (Joddy ft. Snupe Bandz)
Love For Me (CHITANA ft. Young Dolph)
I Know Why (Snupe Bandz)

Out Now from Paper Route Empire:

Paper Route Empire Presents: Long Live Dolph
Kenny Muney – Time Is Muney
Key Glock – Yellow Tape 2 (Deluxe)

Coming in 2022:

Snupe Bandz & Paper Route Woo – Boyz in the Hood (release date TBA)
Big Moochie Grape – East Haiti Baby (release date TBA)
Jay Fizzle – DonnaFizzle (release date TBA)
Young Dolph – Paper Route Frank (release date TBA)
Joddy Badass – Who TF is Joddy (release date TBA)
Bigg Unccc – Rich Young Villain (release date TBA)
Chitana – TBD title (release date TBA)

Please contact Michelle or Kerry for more info.

Links:

instagram | twitter | youtube

Jay Fizzle – “4 HOS” (Prod. by Bandplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZCRoLxZJWwA

Jay Fizzle – “LLD” ft. Ricco Barrino: https://youtu.be/9KBrMfW8bcQ

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

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

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03.30.2022

Baby Stone Gorillas Say Don’t “Start Sumn,” Won’t Be Nothing

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Baby Stone Gorillas Say Don’t “Start Sumn,” Won’t Be Nothing

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3.29.2022

Video: Baby Stone Gorillas – “Start Sumn“

The Red-Hot LA Rap Risers Bust Down Bricks and Flock Crown Vics in New Video from Recent Debut Mixtape, BABYST5XNE GORILLAS

Critical Praise:

“The South East L.A. crew are having one of those runs where a regional rapper or group just break off hit after hit.” – Pitchfork

“Baby Stone Gorillas took the west coast by storm in 2021, and the Los Angeles-based quartet has wasted no time leaving its mark in 2022.” – No Jumper

“Youthful and fiery, BSG continues to witness their sound sweep over Southern California and are poised to break across the map.” – Our Generation Music

The Video:

With their versatile group dynamic and effortlessly electric approach, Baby Stone Gorillas make every track feel like a prized posse cut, with Top5ivee, P4K, 5Much, and EKillaOffDaBlocck each offering a unique take as the rap representatives of the South LA streets. Today, the Baby Stone Gorillas assemble once again to share “Start Sumn,” the latest music video from their recent debut mixtape, BABYST5XNE GORILLAS. Over sinister, slow-burn, RonRonTheProducer production, the SoCal quartet runs a rap relay of increasing explosiveness with each baton pass, best exemplified by 5Much coming out swinging with the line, “I was never good at math, but you can’t match my skills.”

The “Start Sumn” video perfectly captures the essence of each BSG member, with Top5ivee posting up with his personal cash register, 5Much blowing blunts on a red-tinted throne, P4K doing his one-man money dance, and EKilla idling at the arcade because he doesn’t play games. Though the clip offers a glimpse of each member in their element, the group shines brightest when they’re together, huddled atop a police cruiser like the floor is lava. The “Start Sumn” video follows recent clips for BABYST5XNE GORILLAS highlights “Do It Up” ft. Wallie The Sensei and “That’s What You Supposed To Do.”

The four members of Baby Stone Gorillas have known each other since they were 10-years-old, and were friends far before they dreamed of music stardom. The rappers have distinct styles and roles: 5Much brings a hustler’s mentality and vents about his life, while EK packs the energy. P4K is the proud instigator known for slick-talking raps, while Top5ivee often comes up with B.S.G.’s catchy hooks. Last summer, the group’s self-titled video racked up views in the millions, precipitating a winning streak of viral singles that included the Pitchfork–approved “Military,” which earned airplay on Drake’s OVOSound Radio, and “Untouchable” ft. RJMrLA, catching the attention of Shaquille O’Neal.

Watch “Start Sumn”: https://youtu.be/xcoO8VtO664

Buy/Stream BABYST5XNE GORILLAS: https://music.empi.re/babyst5xne

Please contact Michelle or T’Keyah for more info.

The Background:

Links:

BSG: instagram | spotify | youtube
P4K: instagram
5Much: instagram
Top5ivee: instagram
EKillaOffDaBlocck: instagram

“Start Sumn”: https://youtu.be/xcoO8VtO664

“That’s What You Suppose To Do”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAV6PUUJdH4

BABYST5XNE GORILLAS: https://music.empi.re/babyst5xne

“Do It Up” ft. Wallie The Sensei: https://youtu.be/11-USp41ao8

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03.28.2022

AFROPUNK Recruits Skillibeng to Headline Planet AFROPUNK Live: Miami

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AFROPUNK Recruits Skillibeng to Headline Planet AFROPUNK Live: Miami

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AFROPUNK Recruits Skillibeng to Headline Planet AFROPUNK Live: Miami

The Dancehall Hero Joins Afrobeats Superstar Rema Atop an Impressive Lineup

YEИDRY, Mavado, Walshy Fire, and Many More to Perform at the First-Ever AFROPUNK Live Experience

A Live Experience That Blends Music, Art, and More, Planet AFROPUNK Live: Miami Happens on May 20-May 22 at The Urban and Surrounding Grounds in Miami’s Historic Overtown Neighborhood

Tickets for Planet AFROPUNK Live: Miami Are Available Now

The Announcement:

Well-regarded for its expertly-curated events that blend cultural elements like food, dance, tech, and music in an effort to enhance community understanding, AFROPUNK is branching out with its Planet AFROPUNK series of live experiences. Today, AFROPUNK announces that Skillibeng will be a headliner of Planet AFROPUNK Live: Miami, joining Afrobeats superstar Rema at the top of an expansive lineup. The upcoming experience features performances from the likes of YEИDRY, Mavado, Prettyboy D-O, and GRAMMY winning producer/DJ Walshy Fire, along with previously-revealed artists like Latin fusion maestros ChocQuibTown, Haitian sound architect Michael Brun, and Miami-area DJ Silent Addy.

Planet AFROPUNK Live: Miami is the first-ever “AFROPUNK Live Experience.” The first day of Planet AFROPUNK Live: Miami brings discussion panels and an art exhibition, followed by two days of live music, great food, and other activations. The first in-person live event Planet AFROPUNK Live: Miami takes place between May 20-May 22 at The Urban and surrounding grounds, located in the city’s historic (and historically Black) Overtown neighborhood.

Dancehall is once again a mainstream force, and Skillibeng is the genre’s reigning prince. The 24-year-old has established his name in his native Jamaica over the past few years, and now has eyes set on dominating the music industry beyond the Caribbean shores. Skillibeng’s thrilling debut album Crocodile Teeth The Album (released last October) and a recent signing to RCA Records are the perfect invitations for newcomers ready to discover Jamaica’s latest star. Skillibeng released his catchy breakout single “Brik Pan Brik” in 2019 and followed up in 2020 with what’s become his signature hit: “Crocodile Teeth”. The haunting single has since racked up over 9 million Spotify streams, and its virality caught the attention of Drake, Popcaan and Nicki Minaj, the latter of whom recorded a remix for the 2021 re-release of her acclaimed Beam Me Up Scotty mixtape. Skillibeng’s The Prodigy and The Prodigy: Ladies Only Edition mixtapes (released in 2020 and 2021, respectively) further accelerated his mainstream appeal, showcasing his versatility with trap, drill, traditional hardcore dancehall and more romantic tunes.

YEИDRY is a singer-songwriter who grew up between the Dominican Republic and Italy. She now spends her time writing and recording between Europe and the U.S. She is signed to RCA Records and Mushroom Music Group on the label side and Warner Chapell and Mushroom for publishing. 2021 was YEИDRY’s breakout year. She collaborated with J. Balvin, Damian Marley, Mozart La Para, and Emotional Oranges, and she performed alongside her heroes Mary J. Blige and Jazmine Sullivan at the Apollo Theater in Harlem as part of YouTube’s ad week. She made her festival debut at Austin City Limits, and later performed at the renowned Corona Capital Festival. She was the face of Spotify’s “Frequency” and “Equal” campaigns, culminating in her featuring on a billboard in Times Square, and her song “YA” earned the attention of Barack Obama, who named it one of his favorite songs of 2021. 2022 looks to be an even bigger year for YEИDRY–already, she has released her single “Mascarade” with Lous & The Yakuza and recorded an original song for Amazon’s film Hotel Transylvania 4. She is currently working on her debut album, and preparing to embark on her first-ever headlining tour.

Mavado, is a Jamaican deejay, singer and songwriter who hails from humble beginnings in his urban community of Cassava Piece, located in Kingston, Jamaica. Mentored by the legendary Bounty Killer, Mavado has been a fixture in the dancehall scene since 2004, when he released his breakthrough single, “Real Mckoy.” He has collaborated with the likes of Nicki Minaj, Snoop Dogg, Sean Paul, G-Unit, Akon, and DJ Khaled, who featured him on his GRAMMY-nominated Major Key album. He remains one of the most recognizable singers in dancehall music today.

While performing on some of the world’s most prestigious stages and contributing production to Major Lazer’s albums (Free the Universe, Peace is the Mission, Music is the Weapon), Walshy Fire has used his platform to shed light on rising talents within the Caribbean, helping to launch the careers of rising stars like Chronixx and Koffee. In 2019, Walshy released his first solo album, ABENG (licensed to Mad Decent Records/Because Music)–combining sounds from Africa and the Caribbean, pairing artists from both regions on tracks spanning afrobeats, dancehall, reggae, soca and EDM. The artist of Jamaican descent and longtime member of Black Chiney, a Miami DJ crew known for innovative, trailblazing mixtapes blending R&B and hip-hop with reggae/dancehall, Walshy Fire won a GRAMMY for his contributions on Rapture, the EP by Koffee.

In addition to the talented lineup of performing artists, Planet AFROPUNK Live: Miami offers an exciting array of unique activations to entertain and enlighten attendees between sets. AFROPUNK partners with Black On The Block to bring he Spinthrift Market, a shop market full of talented makers, selectors and curators from all across the diaspora, and AFROPUNK’s Bites ‘n Beats, the literal embodiment of “food for the soul,” which provides event goers an opportunity to indulge in cuisines from renowned chefs and local food trucks. Planet AFROPUNK Live: Miami is also partnering with Shopify to premiere an immersive screening celebrating Black entrepreneurship from AFROPUNK and Shopify’s Black Fashion Accelerator program, an intensive entrepreneurship program that will help prepare nine promising talents for long careers in the industry, culminating in a fashion show to be held this summer.

Planet AFROPUNK Live: Miami ushers in a new era of AFROPUNK live experiences, allowing for all elements of a local culture to be expressed freely and fully. AFROPUNK announced earlier this year its plans to expand its live footprint beyond Brooklyn into more cities, bringing Live Experiences not only to Miami but to cities like Oakland, Chicago, and Minneapolis.

Tickets for Planet AFROPUNK Live: Miami are available now: https://wl.seetickets.us/event/Planet-AFROPUNK-Live-Miami/470397?afflky=Afropunk

Visit Planet AFROPUNK’s official website: https://planetafropunk.com/miami

Skillibeng

Mavado

YEИDRY

Walshy Fire

Please contact Michelle, Kerry, Annjie, or Destiny for more info.

The Background:

About AFROPUNK:
AFROPUNK IS THE MICROPHONE OF THOUGHT AND A LENS OF PERSPECTIVE

Links:

official site | instagram | twitter | facebook | youtube

Tickets for Planet AFROPUNK Miami are available now: https://wl.seetickets.us/event/Planet-AFROPUNK-Live-Miami/470397

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03.25.2022

Fat Money Turns Up the Heat with “Part 1” Video, Drops New “400 Degrees” Single

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Fat Money Turns Up the Heat with “Part 1” Video, Drops New “400 Degrees” Single

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3.25.2022

Fat Money Lights It Up in “Part 1” Video, Featuring Two Tracks Including New “400 Degrees” Single

The Ye-Cosigned Spitter Falls into a Flame-Filled Frenzy in Maniacal Double-Feature Music Video

Critical Praise:

“[Fat Money] is a lyrical rapper, but his dense thickets of wordplay are more concerned with depicting scenes and telling stories than drawing attention to their own cleverness.” – Pitchfork

“He’s been recording for years, weaving subtly artful narratives about life in his far-flung, poverty-stricken city.” – Noisey

“Each volume has showcased what makes Money stand out: his vivid narratives of street life, freighted with pathos, delivered in a rush of syllables that cuts through the instrumentals like a souped-up car racing through a mountain tunnel.” – Chicago Reader

The Announcement:

With his quick wit, Fat Money is flying high and fully ready for the world to take notice. Today, the Chicago wordsmith returns to share his cinematic, new “Part 1” video, along with the brand new single “400 Degrees.”

“Part 1” offers a thrilling peak into what lies ahead for Fat Money, as it includes sections from both of his new Cardo Got Wings-produced singles, “Introskii,” and the, “400 Degrees,” available now on all platforms. Clocking in at slightly over two minutes, the David Camarena-directed “Part 1” video doesn’t waste a second, offering a potent cinematic experience from start to finish. The incendiary video opens with “Introskii,” as Fat Money tells his burger joint boss to take his job and shove it, before ending in fiery fashion with the red-hot “400 Degrees.”

Since receiving cosigns from Kanye West, who he’s been writing with for Donda 2, Pusha T, and Antonio Brown, the industry is taking note of his ability to go bar-for-bar with the best in the game. Armed with a new name, new management (SALXCO), new label (EMPIRE), and new vigor, Fat Money is ready to disrupt old patterns and put the industry on notice—there’s no stopping his takeover.

Watch “Part 1”: https://youtu.be/0omoCzsi1ao

Stream “400 Degrees”: https://music.empi.re/400degrees

Please contact Michelle or Destiny for more info.

Links:

“Part 1”: https://youtu.be/0omoCzsi1ao

“400 Degrees”: https://music.empi.re/400degrees

“Introskii”: https://music.empi.re/introskii

Disruptive: https://soundcloud.com/moneysbmg/sets/disruptive-1

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Ari Lennox, Noname & More to Perform at Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis

J Billz Jets to Seattle in the Pi’erre Bourne-Produced “Fresh Off The Plane”

Kenny Muney & Key Glock Tell Blood-Sucker Emcees to Beware in “Leeches”

Ace Hood Walks Through the Valley of The Shadow of Death in “At War”

A Harry Styles Hit, a Daddy Yankee Renaissance, and More TikTok Music Stories

DC The Don Takes a Mental Vacation in “i want you <3”

Jay Fizzle Keeps It Mellow Like Donatello in “Zaba Freestyle”

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Lil Gotit Brings the Hocus Pocus into Focus on “She Know It”

DUSTY LOCANE Blasts Away Like a Castaway in “FLOSS STATE OF MIND”

OTF’s Doodie Lo is the “FACE” That Runs the Place in New Video

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Key Glock Recruits a Flute Ensemble For “Ambition For Cash” (Acoustic)

4.2.2022

Video: Key Glock – “Ambition For Cash” (Acoustic)”

TThe Paper Route Empire Rapper Performs His GOLD-Certified Hit in NYC’s Chinatown Amidst His Fast-Selling “Yellow Tape Tour”

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On TikTok: Lizzo Returns, Ambitious Creators Show Off Their Skills, and More

4.27.2022

TikTok Treats, Week of April 25th

Favorites Like Lizzo and The Kid Laroi Return With New Music, Shaggy’s First Hit Gets New Life, and Emerging Hits From Memphis, Boulder, and the Deep Internet Take Over TikTok

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Lil Gotit, Ty Dolla & Lil Keed Do a Whole Lot of “Rich Sh*t” In New Video

4.26.2022

Video: Lil Gotit – “Rich Sh*t” ft. Lil Keed & Ty Dolla $ign

The ATL Trap Star Teams with Older Brother Lil Keed and West Coast Hitmaker Ty Dolla $ign in Luxurious Video Single from The Cheater, Coming May 4th via Alamo Records

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DC The Don Delivers Curbside Smoke in “Donny’s Revenge” (dir. DotComNirvan)

4.20.2022

Video: DC The Don – “Donny’s Revenge” (Directed by DotComNirvan)

The Rostrum Records Artist Unleashes His Inner Evil Twin in New Video As He Prepares to Kick Off the “MOW3 Tour” in Late April

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Lil Gotit Announces ‘The Cheater,’ His Next Project, Out 5/4 via Alamo Records

4.21.2022

Lil Gotit Announces The Cheater, His Next Project, Out May 4th via Alamo Records

The 22-Year-Old Artist Elevates His Songwriting and Experiments With His Style as He Seeks to Establish Himself as a Leader of Atlanta’s Cresting Wave of Innovative Trap Stars

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Wiz Khalifa Releases Classic ‘Taylor Allderdice’ Mixtape to Streaming

4.20.2022

Wiz Khalifa Officially Releases the Acclaimed Taylor Allderdice Mixtape to DSPs, in Celebration of its Tenth Anniversary

Featuring Hits Like “My Favorite Song” ft. Juicy J, “Guilty Conscience,” and “California,” the 2012 Mixtape is Now Available to Stream On All Platforms via Taylor Gang/Rostrum Records

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“First Class” Jack Harlow, Ghanaian Drill, and More TikTok Music Stories

4.20.2022

TikTok Treats, Week of April 18th

With Trends Soundtracked by #1 Hits, ‘90s Honduran Punta Rock, Instrumental Rage Beats, and more, the TikTok Community Continues to Display Their Hit-Making Influence and Wide-Ranging Musical Tastes

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ATL’s Slimelife Shawty Keeps it Booming on “Big Biznezz”

4.20.2022

Video: Slimelife Shawty – “Big Biznezz“

The Alamo Records Signee Puts His Money Where His Mouth Is in His First New Single of 2022

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Trapland Pat Does His Broward County Boogie in “Trap Dance”

4.20.2022

Video: Trapland Pat – “Trap Dance“

The Alamo Records Signee Hits His Two-Step with South Florida Finesse in New Video

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Ari Lennox, Noname & More to Perform at Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis

4.19.2022

AFROPUNK Announces Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis, a Two-Day Experience Celebrating the City’s Diverse Community and Rich Culture

Ari Lennox, Noname, Mereba, Sango, Dreamer Isioma, and Pink Siifu to Perform, Along with a Host of Local Acts

Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis Occurs on June 18th-19th

The First-Ever AFROPUNK Live Event in the Midwest, Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis Launches on June 18th with Panels and Community Action Events Hosted Across the City and Continues on June 19th with Performances at Sheridan Memorial

Tickets for Planet AFROPUNK Live: Minneapolis Go On Sale April 21st at 9AM ET

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