Author: Habibah Salam

Lil Nas X releases “Panini” music video

Now that “Old Town Road” has completed its near-endless, record-breaking run at #1, Lil Nas X is reminding the world that he has more heat under his belt. The Mike Diva directed video, takes place in a futuristic realm where it’s always nighttime. Lil Nas X portrays an inescapable figure who shows up on hologram billboards, dancing with choreographed robots in back-alleyways, making sure his smiling face will always be seen. The video includes appearances from Skai Jackson, star of Disney Channel’s “Bunk’d”. Lil Nas X took to Twitter to announce the release of the new music video this morning. Check out scenes from the music video below:

September 5, 2019
Wiz Khalifa releases “Taste” freestyle and “Really And Truly”

Wiz Khalifa fans are in luck, today as the Pittsburgh rapper releases his take on Tyga’s smash hit “Taste” and “Really And Truly” produced by Harry Fraud, a flip on Wayne Wonder’s “No Letting Go”. The rapper has hinted at several new releases over the past week, once tweeting a fan, “I got so much unreleased shit I just gotta put it out.” It looks like September is going to be a busy month for Wiz Khalifa. Which Wiz track are you feeling more? Check both out below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWZsmphCYD4

September 4, 2019
Cardi B, Chance the Rapper, and T.I. set to judge as Netflix releases their first music competition

For the first time in history, Netflix is set to release their first music competition. The competition has been revealed to revolve around undiscovered hip-hop artists as they strive for success within the industry. Judges for the saga include Grammy award winning artist Cardi B, Chance the Rapper, and T.I.

Unlike most Netflix specials, the series will air over multiple weeks. The October 9th debut will only include four episodes, and primarily focus on auditions. The following episodes airing on October 16th will cover cyphers, music videos, and rap battles. There is no doubt that this is a major deal for the already popular streaming service. Will you be watching? See a sneak peak of Rhythm + Flow below.

Update: The video is no longer available on YouTube.

https://youtu.be/fMg_vK67ZjE

September 2, 2019
Too $hort Reportedly Launches Cannabis Line in Los Angeles

Too $hort has reportedly partnered with Green Holdings Group and White Angel Farms to launch a new cannabis line called “TOO $HORT STIX.” Too $hort says he funded his early rap career through cannabis along with his mixtapes, and that he’s been a cannabis connoisseur for over 30 years.

The legendary rapper joins a long line of artists who have invested in the marijuana industry, including Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa, Dr. Dre, Xzibit, and more.

August 30, 2019
Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road” Nominated For Country Music Award

Despite the dispute earlier this year, Lil Nas X’s crossover smash hit “Old Town Road (Remix) featuring Billy Ray Cyrus has been nominated for a Country Music Award.

The artist quickly expressed his gratitude to the CMA panel on Twitter.

“ Thank you guys for this nomination!!!” he wrote.

thank you guys for this nomination!! https://t.co/YFMudfHWQI
— ☆ ‧dreamboy··‧̩̥˟͙冬˟͙‧̩̥l (@LilNasX) August 28, 2019

The 53rd Academy of Country Music Awards will broadcast LIVE from MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas Sunday, November 13, 2019 (8:00-11:00PM ET) on the CBS Television Network.

Mandatory Credit: Photo by imageSPACE/Shutterstock (10299460j) Lil Nas X CMA Fest, Nashville, USA – 09 Jun 2019

August 30, 2019
Kendrick Lamar made Rich The Kid remove other featured artists from “New Freezer”

‪A$AP Ferg and MadeinTYO were featured on the original version of “New Freezer”‬

During an interview with DJ Whoo Kid, A$AP Ferg claimed Kendrick Lamar would only contribute to the song if the MC was the only guest. Ben [Jayne] [producer] came through, and we did that song together with me, Rich The Kid and a few other niggas … MadeinTYO,” the A$AP Mob member said. “This nigga wind up playing it for fucking, I think Jaden Smith, Kendrick Lamar, all these other niggas. And Kendrick was like, ‘Yo, I’ll get on it as long as everybody come off of it.’”

It appears the pre-existing recording featured both A$AP Ferg and MadeinTYO. Which version of the summer hit single do you deem best? Take a listen below.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=PgODY58sEe8

August 29, 2019

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