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MEGAN THEE STALLION – GOOD NEWS

I truly love Megan’s whole feeling on this album. Yea she starts the album off with a song that’s totally dedicated to Tory Lanez, but after that theirs nothing but feel good, twerk worthy, and bopping your head type of songs. I swear I also heard a Pop friendly track as well! Megan released a quality piece of work, and I can not wait to see her work this album.

JEEZY – THE RECESSION 2

I told everybody on Tina with the Tea about two weeks ago that Jeezy announced that he was coming out with The Recession 2, and I was excited. This was all due to the fact that the first Recession was a classic!! I had to ask myself… Can he make a part two a classic?? After my first listen, I can say that Jeezy has some dope content on this project, but its too early to say if this album is a classic yet. Overall expect to really get your bop on during this album, and have discussions about the features on it as well.

SAINT JHN – WHILE THE WORLD WAS BURNING

I like this album! Outside of the dope features, the artist handles this album very well on his own. I was blessed to have listened to his last project, and now hearing this new one lets me know that Saint JHN is an artist who will be very relevant.

DABABY – MY BROTHER’S KEEPER EP (LONG LIVE G)

https://twitter.com/DaBabyDaBaby/status/1329216253823578113?s=20
First off RIP to DaBaby’s older brother! This ep sounds like a letter to his deceased brother and as a form of healing for himself as well. They say the best way to express your feelings is thru writing, and this project still is LIT in it’s own way.

MEEK MILL – QUARANTINE PACK

https://twitter.com/MeekMill/status/1329653822520578049?s=20
Im a need yall to leave Meek Mill alone! LOL This ep alone should remind people that Meek will always bring that HEAT to the game! I hope a whole body of work is coming next!!!

RUSS – CHOMP

Russ knows how to bless his fans with a project that literally shows the world that for one he clearly does not give AF, and that he is a rapper to be taken serious!

BILLY DANZE – THE LISTENING SESSION

Billy Danze from the group M.O.P. is out letting yall know that he is STILL very present in the game, and is still a force to be reckoned with! Trust me when I say that some of the features on this project are too LIT!!!

KALI UCHIS – SIN MIEDO (DEL AMOR Y OTRAS DEMONIOS)

https://twitter.com/KALIUCHIS/status/1324467137717522434?s=20
Kali Uchis is still an underrated artist in this music industry fr! She fits great in the R&B and Latin music as well! Kali’s music has a sweet, but hood feel to it that compliments her beautiful voice. Im glad she finally dropped a project for her true fans.

FRENCH MONTANA – CB5

It’s been awhile since French Montana dropped an album that is catered more to the streets for his last 2 projects were straight commercial! Of course there’s nothing wrong with making music that will succeed commercially, but it tends to lose an artists hard core fans. I think with this project his fans will be satisfied!

RICH THE KID x NBA YOUNGBOY – NOBODY SAFE

Seeing these 2 together on a project got me excited! Even the singles that are on the radio now are banging!

YSN FLOW – LONG STORY SHORT

I think we might have another young hitter from Cleveland who coming out hard, and this mixtape is a great example of that! For one I appreciate how the mixtape has a flow that keeps you boppin your head, and YSN Flow has real lyrics.

Seasra23 x Apokalips The Archangel “1137Q” (LP)

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Seasra23 of TopShelfMuzik and Apokalips the Archangel release their new project 1137Q. The 19-track album produced entirely by Seasera23 features top-notch elites including DJ GlibStylez, DJ Modesty, Foul Monday, Lex, Kesper, Crippled, Hoffa, Supreme Sniper, Voices De Silencio, D-Rex, Illy the Wise, and Godfather part 3.

TopShelfMuzik and Apokalips the Archangel have become known for keeping Queens on the map when it comes to authentic NY Hip Hop, and 1137Q is no exception. Seasra23 delivers sheer ‘fix-your face’ head-nodding cadences while Apokalips administers top quality rhymes with knockout, lyrical jabs.

On Dangerous Minds Apokalips embodies a Queens-thoroughbred lifestyle while showing off his impeccable booth profession.  He drills an image being hand in hand with forty’s and spray cans rocking Polo plaid, yet a leader who always shows face and is never undercover. There’s no escaping the “dangerous mind” of this lyrical militant or his bars that sink to the pit of our stomachs.  

In Straight Out The Zoo Apokalips represents his Queen’s roots and exemplifies the similarities of street and wildlife survival as well as a strong-armed emcee preying on fallacious industry players. All the stress keep a ni**a depressed until I’m vexed then the whole world feeling possessed / Never rest Top Shelf Hip-Hop in effect / Apokalips stay humble no need to impress / I got next cancel the haters and the special effects / when I flex call me the finisher snatching your breathe to the death.”

Another lead off the album is Aggression. Set in a boxing ring going round for round, bar for bar, and verse for verse, “mumbling buffoons” are reminded that Hip Hop runs through Apokalips blood-line and will continue to keep it real until his last breath.

An unforgettable track and hair-raising one is Cycles of Life which depicts the gifts and curses of life. Surrounded by dead bodies, mothers crying, and mankind fighting to become survival of the fittest; it only makes sense to embrace what lies ahead. Apokalips vows his lyrics and spirit will live on through his family until his resurrection…

Each track is unique in flow and deliverance, yet consistent with a boom-bap vibe sure to please Hip Hop purists worldwide. Stream 1137Q and connect with Seasra23 of TopShelfMuzik and Apokalips the Archangel below.

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Arrested Development Release ONYA For Election 2020

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ONYA is defined as blessed one and the sun

While the critically acclaimed, new full-length album ‘Don’t Fight Your Demons’ continues to take music entertainment by storm, Arrested Development releases a new single dedicated to the election of 2020.

“ONYA” bestows a gripping testament that only Arrested Development can justly deliver. It not only embodies distressing truths surrounding the electoral process, but it depicts racial irony in a stunning, yet tangible manner. “Us blacks should sell confederate flags to red necks. Get rich it’s the ultimate in payback”!

Steering its way through mind-blowing lyrics is hope. Hope that a brighter future can exist. “See life in color again, see wife as lover and friend, see God as giver not taker, sacred in making me win, sunny without the blues, money without abuse, honey I’m home, in a zone let’s make it do what it do”!

Over cinematic production that pulsates rigorously through the core, the 2x Grammy Award-winning group delivers yet another timely masterpiece not only for music history but also for brothers and sisters to embrace worldwide.

ONYA on preferred digital platforms

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Philly Blocks x DP Beats – CEO (Video)

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After giving fans the highs and lows of hood life in the Ville (Louisville, KY) with “Days of our Lives” and taking them down memory lane with “Average”  Philly Blocks returns with another single/video titled “CEO” produced by DP Beats.

Over a captivating blend of piano keys, striking drums, and knocking bass, Blocks delivers in your face bars declaring his CEO status. CEO status in the streets, with money and women, and of course in music. It’s time to “big dog flex” and show off earned shine and success. Watch “CEO” and connect with Philly Blocks @PhillyBlocks

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2 CHAINZ – SO HELP ME GOD

As usual 2Chainz presents to us another project that is complete FIRE! From the beginning to the end has been no song that I skipped past. His features like Mulatto, Kanye, NBA Youngboy, and others just adds to the dopeness of this album.

DANILIEIGH – MOVIE

It’s been 2 years since Danileigh has released a project, and for this 2nd time around she chose to go more personal and sensual….with a title named “Movie” I was wondering what type of movie is she referring to?? After listening to the first 2 tracks I think you will get the idea LOL Overall, it’s good to see the different layers of an artist as they evolve in their career.

PINK SIIFU X FLY ANAKIN – FLYSIIFU

If you are looking for dope beats with rhymes that make you not only vibe, but think a little as well….this is the project you have been looking for! I admit when the album first came on I was a little confused at first. Now 4 songs later…I am really vibing! There’s hardly any features, but these artists carried this project on there own anyways.

K-TRAP – STREET SIDE EFFECTS

This project is pretty forreal! What I really like is how K-Trap conveys his thoughts in his raps. Listening to him will have you thinking that you are literally there in his story line, and I think that’s super dope!

DAVIDO – A BETTER TIME

Davido presents to us a beautiful album that represents nothing but positivity and having a good time. Of course there’s dope features like Nicki Minaj, Chris Brown, Nas and many more to add to this dope project!

GOODIE MOB – SURVIVAL KIT

One of Atlanta’s legendary groups is blessing us with an album after a decade has passed and still can be put up against the best in the game now! What makes this album soooo classic already is the fact that Outkast makes a presence on this album as well! If that doesn’t get you excited to check this album out, I literally don’t know what else to tell ya.

FUTURE X LIL UZI VERT – PLUTO X BABY PLUTO

Now when you put Future and Lil Uzi Vert together what do you get?? Ummm…a lit ass album is what you will get and should’ve expected!

BIG MALI – GANGSTA TALK

Big Mali is literally bringing us some gangsta music!! This is my first time checking her out, and so far I am liking what she brings…dope flows with a distinctive style that is unlike others. Big Mali’s project is one that yall better check out! With features from Dababy, Asian Doll, and Rich The Kid guarantees certified bangers.

KODAK BLACK – BILL ISREAL

Kodak Black is finally back releasing music from the pen. It caused so much noise that he was trending on Twitter due to the fact that we still have yet to get a album from Playboi Carti!!! Kodak usually bless us with albums that has about 20 tracks, but due to his circumstance he only gives us 10 tracks. Either way I am too pumped, and he made sure to give his fans what we have been missing!

BLAC YOUNGSTA – FUCK EVERYBODY 3

https://twitter.com/BlacYoungstaFB/status/1326210085777887233?s=20
I had a feeling that Blac Youngsta was going to release a solo project after his collaborative effort with Moneybagg Yo. the third installment to Blac Youngsta’s “Fuck Everybody” series has dope features from your favorite artists, but what I like about Blac Youngsta is that his lyrics really conveys a message that initially I think people did not catch on to. Now he is an artist that comes with good projects consistently and this installment is the same.

Porsha Unveils “Genie in a Bottle”

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R&B sensation Porsha releases her latest chart-topping single titled “Genie in a Bottle” available for streaming/download on major platforms.

Porsha’s smooth vocals flow effortlessly over a soulful and seductive blend of R&B tones. Whether your wish is to touch her, hold her, or please her, Porsha is your genie for one night and eager to grant wishes.

Stream “Genie in a Bottle” and connect with the South Carolina-based singer below.

Website: theporsha.com

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Rhymrcka Enters “The Matrix” (Video)

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Controversy At It’s Finest…Rhymrcka Releases Self-Produced “The Matrix” Single & Video

“The Matrix” is a must-see and listen…banned by IG and other platforms for it’s harsh, in your face truths about the current state of America and the world, Rhymrcka holds no punches to deliver gripping images along with cutthroat, honest bars.

Far beyond a gritty, NY street tale, The Matrix embodies the current genocides impacting our people, our brothers and sisters, and our communities. The chilling images of violence, riots, and ignorance spewing from #45 along with Rhymrcka’s aggressively driven bars are sure to raise neck hairs.

The production provides a kaleidoscope of hard bass and drums that heighten the raw emotions swarming in “The Matrix.” 

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DOE BOY X SOUTHSIDE – DEMONS R US

Doe Boy made sure that once signed to a label that he was gonna go HARD!!! With productions by Southside, how can Doe Boy go wrong?? For the past year Doe Boy has been building up and already made fan base, as well as being named on popular shows like Akademiks show on Complex, Everyday Struggle, in regards to his music or whoever he might be beefing with. This project isn’t bad at all! There’s some bangers on this project, and with features including: Future, Lil Uzi Vert, Chief Keef, Young Nudy, 42 Dugg, Swae Lee, Trippie Redd, and more!! Doe Boy made sure that Cleveland, OH will not have nothing bad to say! Congratulations!!

NAV X WHEEZY – EMERGENCY TSUNAMI

Now ya’ll know anytime NAV releases anything, you will hear nothing but hard ass beats. This collaboration project with producer Wheezy is like receiving n early Xmas gift! Features including: Gunna, Young Thug, Lil Baby, SahBabii, and Lil Keed lets you know that this here project is a guaranteed banger!!

OMARION – THE KINECTION

Omarion is such a talent out here in these streets! I am so glad that all that’s focused on him in 2020 is only about the music like it shouldve been! This project is like a dope mature r&b vibe that I think anyone will enjoy. You will catch some dope features from

https://twitter.com/HotNewHipHop/status/1323861907506405376?s=20
BEAM is another producer/artist that people need to remember this guys name for I think his name will be heard more in the future! This project is just an Ep of tracks from off the scary Crimson movie soundtrack. I can say that every track on this ep are dope and I am anxious to hear more from BEAM.

THE KID LAROI – FUCK LOVE (SAVAGE)

I am completely shocked! I truly did not know what to expect from this artist, and all he provided was some good music! Make sure to truly check him out.

LITTLE MIX – CONFETTI

I love to support my female groups, especially ones that are marketing an image that relates to the world for we are all not created the same! Little Mix is the perfect name to describe this collective group…literally this group is a little mix of everything, from great vocals, to beauty, production, and radio ready HITS! This group reminds me so much of the 90’s on MTV…just feel good music!

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ARIANA GRANDE – POSITIONS

https://twitter.com/ArianaGrande/status/1322025587368742912?s=20
As Ariana is growing with her music, I can’t help but to love her more and more. Such a talent and stays with the dopest features and nice vibes throughout the whole album.

BUSTA RHYMES – EXTINCTION LEVEL EVENT 2: THE WRATH OF GOD

Not only am I super excited for Busta Rhymes to drop part 2 from 1998’s Extinction Level Event 1! Then listening to the album has me in total awe. First, shoutout to Busta Rhymes for copying 21 Savages style with including Chris Rock on his album. Wait, dope ass features with BBD, M.O.P., Rick Ross and even Minister Farrakhan speaks, and others. Overall this is a dope project. Yes it doesn’t compare to the first Extinction Level Event, but the 2nd half of the album does get LIT! Busta is an artist who is not going anywhere nor getting rid of his lyrical flows.

SAM SMITH – LOVE GOES

What I enjoy about Sam Smith’s music is that you can feel it in your soul, and is very relatable. This album feels like the soundtrack to just about everybody’s life and experiences in this crazy year of 2020. Of course Sam made sure to include some dance tracks while belting out heart felt lyrics provides the recipe to a great album.

WIZKID – MADE IN LAGOS

https://twitter.com/wizkidayo/status/1321745034430025728?s=20
It’s been 3 years since WizKid has dropped his own album. Now we did get some great music from him a couple months ago when Beyonce re-released the Lion King soundtrack, but it just wasn’t all WizKid tho! Just like his last album be prepared to groove with the tight riddims on this project. Even the intro had me ready to slow wine imagining I am on an island somewhere! Great project overall…I always expect the best work from WizKid.

KING VON – WELCOME TO O’BLOCK

https://twitter.com/KingVonFrmdaWic/status/1322027134005641216?s=20
One thing I love about King Von is he is a story teller. He will have you thinking you are there in Chicago! On this project expect to hear from mainly Chicago artists which is very dope, always represent for your hometown especially when the love is being returned back! This project is definitely a step up from his previous work, and overall I like it.

TRIPPIE REDD – PEGASUS

I do not know what people was complaining about? I like this album. Trippie does come off with a more calmer and quieter sound than on his previous work, but the sound works for him. I think he has mastered his cadence in music for no matter how he changes it up, it still comes together and sounds great! Of course he has all the dope features including Cleveland’s own, Doe Boy, who has a project coming out November 6th. If you are a true fan of Trippie Redd you will definitely enjoy this album as well.

COMMON – A BEAUTIFUL REVOLUTION

Common always thinks outside of the box and stay dropping music that makes you think and vibe for the production is always dope! Honestly can’t find nothing negative about music that is supposed to uplift you especially during these crazy times.

MADEINTYO – NEVER FORGOTTEN

I look at MadeinTYO like a new version of TY Dolla $ign. They’re both dope with the productions and can make decent albums for themselves! Now I was shocked to see that the producer had came out with an album. Now I am so happy! LOL Forreal this album totally is a banger. Each track will have you boppin your head, plus with features from a mixture of people like J Balvin to Cam’ron to even Wiz Khalifa.

LIL KEED – TRAPPED ON CLEVELAND 3 DELUXE

I am not going to say too much about this deluxe version for I spoke highly on the regular album when it came out. Since 2020 is the year for all these deluxe albums Lil Keed said shit why not? LOL The new songs that he has added on the deluxe add to the already flavored album. Basically saying Lil Keed is LIT.

JIMMY VALENTIME & URBAN MIRACLE – DANGEROUS TO GO ALONE

https://twitter.com/Jimmyvalentime/status/1317823841570271232?s=20
You can tell that Jimmy is straight into old school hip hop which nothing is wrong with that for I do like how he blends it with the current style of hip hop now. The first 3 tracks had me wondering what was I getting into, but then the song “Porch Lights” comes on and I found myself vibing to it hard. Next thing I know the rest of the album was dope! This is one of the reasons why I love to listen to albums, for 1 single truly does not give an artist any justice.

JALEN FRAZIER – EXPRESSIONS OF THE NEGLECTED

https://twitter.com/KFGRB/status/1307050515109482497?s=20
The Midwest knows how to come thru with some good music and dope lyrics. That’s what Jalen did with this project. I feel like this is the best ending to a TGIF! I am glad this artist reached out to me, and that I actually took the time to check him out. After your first listen I bet that you will not be disappointed at all.

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TY DOLLA $IGN – FEATURING TY DOLLA $IGN

I have been personally waiting on one of the best producers to drop his project. Who you might ask? Oh, TY Dolla $ign!!!! Of course expect features from Nicki Minaj or Big Sean just to name a few. You still not sold yet?? Well…check it out and let me know what you think.

JEAN DAWSON – PIXEL BATH

https://twitter.com/jeandawsn/status/1318965290764398593?s=20
To describe Jean Dawson’s music is combining rock with house type of beats with a little mix of grunge on the side, then BOOM you have this dope project from such an eclectic artist. With only one feature from A$AP Rocky, you find yourself very interested in finding out more about this artist.

D DOUBLE E – D.O.N. (DOUBLE OR NOTHING)

If you are into the UK’s version of Drill music, you will definitely enjoy this project! D Double E is a diverse artist for he has a reggae track featuring the lovely Ms. Banks. With dope lyrics to match his swagger…he can’t go wrong.

THEY. – THE AMANDA TAPE

I totally love this project!! They. definitely created a vibe on this project. You can literally play this project from beginning to the end without skipping a track, if this is the type of energy you search for! They. only has 3 features including my girl Tinashe, Wale, and Juicy J. With quality production and real stories to tell in a dope vibe wins every time!!

DEJ LOAF – SELL SOLE II

It’s been a awhile since we heard from Detroit’s own Dej Loaf! I admit being a newbie with a breakout hit that changed the game for her is quite overwhelming to any artist for everyone will be expecting the exact same thing when that’s not realistic! You can tell that Dej has evolved on this project, especially with sounding so transparent. I don’t even want to mention who her features are LOL I literally want yall to check her album out. PERIOD!

DAVE EAST – KARMA 3 (DELUXE)

This project was already dope AF! Now Dave decided to follow in the common trend of this year by coming out with a deluxe version of his album Karma 3! Honestly, I am excited fr. This just made the original project much better with adding a remix LOL This is definitely a must listen.

CHUCK STRANGERS – TOO AFRAID TO DANCE

I love this artist story telling!!! Listening to this project had me thinking of cold nights in black n white LOL If the Ep sounds like this…I can’t wait to see what Chuck has coming next!

TRAPBOY FREDDY – BIG TRAP

TRAP! TRAP! TRAP! This is definitely what you want to hear on a good Friday!!

JOYNER LUCAS – EVOLUTION

I swear Joyner Lucas does not get the credit he so fully deserves! His music is always on point, from his lyrics to the production, which sounds like each song should be in someone’s soundtrack! Joyner is literally a true talent, he makes you feel proud! It’s ALL BLACK EVERYTHING!!

CHANEL WESTCOAST – AMERICA’S SWEETHEART

https://twitter.com/HotNewHipHop/status/1319598163838291969?s=20
I can’t even lie…I was anxious to hear Chanel’s project! Overall I am happily surprised, and she isn’t on here trying to be the dopest lyricist ever or have a trillion Black rappers featured just to so how down she is. To be down isn’t something that can be staged, and what I am getting from this project is a piece of Chanel’s life outside of MTV’s Ridiculous. Congratulations Chanel! This project is nice, and you will be shocked to hear the tone of her voice on this project too.

COMETHAZINE – BAWSKEE 4

I just want to input some fire flames all in this comment section! Comethazine came hard on this project…he letting you know that you can’t count him out PERIOD!!!

YAK GOTTI – GOTTI OUTTA HERE

Young Thug literally creating his own lane with his Slimes, and that’s also including Yak Gotti. I will say that Gotti is Outta Here for this project is lit! Dope features with Gunna, Lil Duke, and all the other Slime members Yak Gotti got the recipe for him to win!!

CERAADI – #GRWM

This ep is really dope! I totally enjoyed it …I am anxious to hear more of them in the future!