We know that Drake loves to drop stuff randomly these days (see IYRTITL for an example). We all know that fans will, most likely, rock with it. We also know that “haters” will hate. But the musicsphere will be talking about Drake because, well, that’s what we do when his stuff drops. So, next week, per […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: Frank Ocean x @asvpxrocky – Chanel (Radio Rip Remix)
Below is a radio rip of a possible remix of Frank Ocean’s “Chanel.” It’s pretty no-fi, but it still goes in. Check it out before it’s gone. Hopefully, Rocky drops the CDQ version soon.
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: Frank Ocean – Chanel
Since releasing Blond following a two-year respite from “the game,” Frank Ocean has been putting his hands and craftsmanship into a lot of stuff. Recently, he dropped a possible album cut, “Chanel.” The track is a continuation, in some ways, of the vibes from Blond and his collaboration with Calvin Harris. Overall, though, the song features […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @Loveat1stSound – Please Listen To My Demo
I’m a fan of people living through the indie struggle. I mean, when I was rapping as a lo-fi rapper, I dealt with it a lot. Passing out demos to folks, performing at open mics trying to get the sound out, DMing everyone to say “hey. I know you get a lot of ish, but […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @heyamine – REDMERCEDES
What do you get when you mix Aminé and The Cool Kids? You get a Missy Elliot-feeling track about, well, a Red Mercedes. It’s got some quotables, for sure. It’s catchy, just like “Caroline.” Overall, it’s a fun track. Check it out below.
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @JIDsv – The Never Story
Today has seen some pretty sweet jams come out (and a few meh moments). But, J.I.D.’s debut, The Never Story, falls into the category of pretty sweet tuneage. The recent Dreamville signee comes correct on this one. Featuring tracks like “D/vision” (featured on SOTB earlier this month), “EdEddnEddy,” the boombap/jazz rap-heavy “Somebody,” and the 6LACK-aided […]
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