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Iceman review: It’s been nearly three years since Drake dropped a solo album, which let’s face it, for him is basically a lifetime. That gap which is technically the longest stretch of his career, is doing something weird to the narrative. Iceman is out now and it carries weight that most albums just don’t have […]
The Mountain review: There is a moment near the end of The Mountain where everything goes quiet. Not silent, exactly, but stripped back to something essential: a flute, a gentle hand on the drum, Damon Albarn singing as though nobody is listening. It is the kind of moment that makes you feel like you have
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Just had “West Life” on repeat for the past hour and honestly, I’m completely hooked. This track hits different from what we usually get from AJ Tracey, and I mean that in the best possible way. First thing that grabbed me was how smooth the production feels. You can tell he worked with Nathaniel London
Kendrick Lamar wasn’t just destined for greatness—he was born into it. But unlike many of his contemporaries, his rise didn’t follow the conventional route. For Kendrick, music has always been more than just entertainment—it’s a platform for storytelling, for social justice, and for personal introspection. His journey, from the streets of Compton to winning a
Drake review: Drake is back with his new track, “GIMME A HUG” from his new album, “$ome $exy $ongs 4 U” and it is supposedly directed at Kendrick Lamar with the Canadian rapper speaking about his ongoing feud with the fellow rapper. Production (Drake Review) It is produced by Kid Masterpiece, Gordo, LIOHN, Klahr, Simon On The Moon & Noel Cadastre
The Streets Review: The Streets led by Mike Skinner return and they send me straight back to the early 2000s with their new song, “How to Win at Rock Paper Scissors”. I always remember first hearing “Dry Your Eyes” back in 2004 and although they have struggled to get back to the peak of their
Known for his spectacular live performances and hits like “Shut Up,” Stormzy has exposed the hard work behind his onstage energy and fitness. Though he says this degree of preparation is not natural to him, the 31-year-old singer is well-known for his dominating presence on shows, often highlighting his physique. Physical Shape The rapper said
Drake has made headlines for his generous gesture, donating $10,000 (£7,900) to the winner of a lookalike contest hosted by Casuals Cakery in his hometown of Toronto. The bakery, known for its connection to the Canadian rapper, organized the contest, which quickly gained attention and sparked excitement among fans. Inner Drake The competition took place
Drake has intensified his lawsuit with Universal Music Group (UMG), submitting a second petition in Texas over Kendrick Lamar’s provocative diss hit “Not Like Us”. Originally a viral smash earlier this year, the song accuses the “One Dance” rapper of being a pedophile—allegations Drake angrily disputes. Reputation Drake’s legal team says in the lawsuit “Not
Rapper, Tyler, The Creator is back and with an almighty bang he drops his eighth studio album, “Chromakopia”. Featuring 14 tracks, this album which was released on October, 28th 2024 is hip-hop medicine which proves why he is regarded as one of the most influential rappers of our generation. Strong Delivery The album was written,
50 Cent apparently refused to perform at a Donald Trump Rally in Madison Square Gardens despite being offered a staggering $3 million to play some of his biggest hits. This comes after he hinted at potentially supporting Donald Trump for the US election in November. Politics Speaking on The Breakfast Club radio show, 50 Cent
American rapper, Kid Cudi is back with his new single, “THE MOON MAN SURVIVES”. From the get-go, it becomes apparent that this track does not conform to any form of status quo. Moreover, it is a million miles away from anything else any other rapper is doing currently. Music There is a really exciting flow
Recent rumours stating that Kanye West and Bianca Censori are heading for divorce have been shot down quickly after the star couple were spotted together in Tokyo, looking very fond of each other! Divorce Rumours Various sources had been claiming that the rapper and his Australian architect wife were not doing well and that divorce
Previous Struggles Machine Gun Kelly has always been honest about his struggles with drugs, revealing that he felt that taking drugs was just a part of being a musician. Moreover, MGK has struggled with drugs in the past and has had some serious spells on hard drugs such as heroin. But, that has all changed
Chance The Rapper gets real and holds nothing back on new track “3333”. The new release from the Chicago-born rapper delves deep into his struggles and defiance and it is an inspiring delivery which hits home right from the start! Highs and Lows “3333” speaks about the highs and lows of his music career and
‘Gorilla’ by Little Simz – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Little Simz, the British singer and rapper, has just released her newest single, ‘Gorilla’, which is sure to please! The quickly emerging artist takes the lead in the game, and this track from her latest album, ‘NO THANK YOU’, thrills from the start! In the same vein as
‘Letter to Takeoff’ by Gucci Mane – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ With his latest single, ‘Letter to Takeoff’, American rapper Gucci Mane demonstrates once again the undeniable hip-hop quality that he possesses. This release is a tribute to Takeoff, a member of the highly-acclaimed group Migos, who sadly passed in early November. With emotional and thought-provoking wordplay in
‘Yes I Do’ by French Montana – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ The release of ‘Yes I Do’ by Moroccan-American rapper, French Montana is a gift to all of us. The new single is available now, and you won’t want to pass up the chance to listen to it. ‘Yes I Do’ is possibly one of the most infectiously
‘Firebabe’ by Stormzy – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ British rapper and hip-hop icon, Stormzy gets back to business with the release of his new single, ‘Firebabe’. The new release from the Croydon-born artist is out now! The opening is melancholy, and the strings echo through the speakers before meeting a jazzy organ arrangement. The prelude cuts deeply into
‘California Breeze’ by Lil Baby – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Lil Baby, the American rapper, has just presented us with a gift in the form of his newest track, ‘California Breeze’. The new single is from Lil Baby’s new album, ‘It’s Only Me’ which is out now on all streaming platforms. ‘California Breeze’ transports us to a beach
