I’ve been on the J.I.D. hype train for a minute, and I still believe that The Never Story was one of the most impressive debuts I’ve heard in a while. That said, he’s back, prepping for a new album and we’ve been given the latest scoop on the project. All I can say is “sheesh.” […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @JIDsv Takes on My Name Is in Throwback Freestyle
J.I.D. dropped an old freestyle over Eminem’s “My Name Is” and I’m here for it. From the Dylann Roof revenge fantasy to speaking on the different ways to take “the n-word,” J.I.D.’s take on Em’s classic is interesting. However, it never feels like it’s straight-up aping on Eminem’s version, which is a definite plus. It’s […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: @JIDsv Says "Hasta Luego" to the Hate
There’s new J.I.D. out (even if it is a loosie cut from The Never Story) and I’m happy. The bars are there, especially throughout the first verse and elsewhere with lines like “we stick together like Huck and Finn.” The production, helmed by Wondagurl and Cubeatz, is there. The flow is a thing of hotness, […]
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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