May
16
New Music: The Weeknd – ‘Kiss Land’

Kiss Land

The Weeknd takes us to “Kiss Land” on the title track off his upcoming album. The Canadian singer whispers his sexual desires over the steamy eight-minute record, which contains part of “John Carpenter,” another song he teased earlier in the week. Fall under his seductive spell.

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May
16
New Music: Juicy J – ‘Boss Ni**a’

Juicy J

Juicy J calls the shots on “Boss Ni**a,” a free track he produced with Crazy Mike. Over gun shots and a symphonic beat, the codeine-sipping MC launches missiles at his haters and keeps his mind on his money.

His “Stay Trippy” tour wraps June 8, while his debut album Stay Trippy is due this summer.

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May
16
Rick Ross and Birdman to Release Joint Album ‘The H’

The H: The Lost Album, Volume 1

Five years after announcing their joint album, Rick Ross and Birdman’s collaborations will finally see the light of day. The MMG and Cash Money rappers will release The H: The Lost Album, Volume 1 for free later this month.

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May
16
Melanie Fiona Expresses Gratitude to Lauryn Hill in Open Letter

Melanie Fiona and Lauryn Hill

Lauryn Hill has influenced many of today’s artists, but few have been more inspired by her than Melanie Fiona. After meeting her after her show in Brooklyn on Tuesday night, the Canadian singer was compelled to write an open letter to the Fugees frontwoman.

She expressed her gratitude and appreciation, while crediting Hill for breaking down barriers and making her the artist she is today.

“My life will never be the same… It will be better… For what I received last night in energy and inspiration will most definitely make me a better artist and woman in this industry,” wrote a humbled Melanie.

Read her heartfelt words below.

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May
16
Jessie J Gets ‘Wild’ with Big Sean, Dizzee Rascal on New Single

Big Sean, Dizzee Rascal, and Jessie J

Jessie J took the world by storm with her 2011 debut Who You Are, and now she’s ready for another round. The British singer has announced “Wild,” the first single from her upcoming sophomore album.

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May
16
New Music: Gucci Mane f/ Rick Ross – ‘Trap House III’

Trap House III

Following Chief Keef, Trinidad James, and 2 Chainz, Gucci Mane calls on Rick Ross for “Trap House III,” the title track off his upcoming street album, available May 21 on iTunes. The Brick Squad captain, who recently pled not guilty to aggravated assault, creeps over the foreboding beat, produced by 808 Mafia, while Rozay cooks up a frightening verse. Be afraid, be very afraid.

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May
16
New Music: Jeremih – ‘Karate Chop (Remix)’

Jeremih

While he puts the finishing touches on his album Thumpy Johnson, Jeremih pleases his fans with some viral releases. On his remix to Future and Lil Wayne’s “Karate Chop,” the R&B singer gets high and boasts about his flashy lifestyle. Hear him out.

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May
16
Eve Talks Return to Music, Dating Rich, & DMX on ‘Wendy’

Eve

Eleven years after releasing her last album, Eve officially made her return to music this week with Lip Lock. The Philly rapper, who received a nomination for Best Female Hip Hop Artist at the BET Awards, stopped by “GMA” and “106 & Park” earlier in the week. On Thursday, she sat down with Wendy Williams to dish on her absence from music and why it took her so long to release an album.

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