Rihanna - "Pour It Up" (Remix) ft. Young Jeezy, Rick Ross, Juicy J & T.I.

Only Rihanna could get Young Jeezy and Rick Ross to have adjacent verses on a track together.

Rihanna lets the two of them,  along with Juicy J and T.I. (who had the best verses to me) take on the her Mike Will produced club anthem "Pour It Up" as she took a back seat and just kept her hook on the track. Stream the remix below, and the comments to tell me who you think had the best verse!

Rihanna - Pour It Up Remix Lyrics

Previously:

• [Music Video] Rihanna ft. Mikky Ekko - "Stay"
• [Music Video] Trinidad Jame$ ft. T.I., Young Jeezy & 2 Chainz - "All Gold Everything"
• Hit-Boy, Kent M$ney, Audio Push, B Mac The Queen, ScHoolboy Q, Casey Veggies, Xzibit, Rick Ross, Method Man, Redman & Raekwon - "Cypher"
• Juicy J ft. The Weeknd - "One Of Those Nights"
• [Short Film] T.I. - "Addresses"

[Album Stream] Denitia & Sene - 'his and hers.' + "Casanova" [Music Video]

Aside from being a dope emcee, Sene is also limitless as a producer and crooner. Building upon their chemistry on the acclaimed EP Blah Blah Blah, Sene and fellow vocalist Denitia have released their album his and hers. on iTunes, allowing a free stream of the project so that you can try before you buy. And you should definitely buy. This is all kinds of ear porn.



Hit the jump to watch the visuals for his and hers. standout "Casanova," directed by Pace Rivers.

Melo-X - "Handle It" (Prod. by M-Phazes)

What originally began as a remix of Gotye's "Somebody That I Used To Love," G.U.E. favorite MeLo-X opted to make "Handle It" into an original record for his upcoming GOD:Lo-fi project which drops on March 26th.

Tapping Australian producer M-Phazes, the Brooklyn musician focuses solely on the vocals as he raps to a woman with a way with her body.


Previously: X/COKE (Cheri Coke + Melo-X) - "The Interlude" (Sango Refix)

John Legend - "The Beginning"

There's nothing like news that John Legend's dropped a new single to tell you that today's going to be a great day. In a radio interview I heard recently on Atlanta's V103, the hit singer and songwriter stated that he's got a fifth album in the works that he and Kanye have been crafting together, which will return to his Get Lifted roots.

To get you excited, stream his new single "The Beginning," and hit the comments to let me know if you're just as hype as me to hear John's forthcoming album.


[SD]

Previously: Consequence ft. John Legend - Why Do I Even Go Home (Prod. by The Audible Doctor)

Tank ft. Chris Brown - "Shots Fired"

Tank has been busy working on music with Ginuwine and Tyrese for their group TGT, but he's got some solo tracks in the vault as the LA Leakers premiered "Shots Fired."

Unlike what the title suggests, "Shots Fired" isn't a diss record. It's not even one of Tank's trademark smooth and seductive records like most of Tank's repertoire. However, this collaboration with Chris Brown shows Tank venturing out to a more urban radio ready/club side of music. Feeling it?


Previously:

• Tank ft. T.I. & Kris Stephens - Compliments [Music Video]
• Fabolous ft. Chris Brown - "Ready"

[Music Video] Justin Timberlake - "Mirrors"

Justin Timberlake has been the man of the moment this month as his return to music was officially marked by the release of his album The 20/20 Experience yesterday.

Along with a CW special commemorating the album's release, Justin premiered the 8 minute visuals to 20/20's second single "Mirrors." Watch the two part video below, which chronicles the story of two elderly before transitioning into a cool mirror segment starring JT himself. Be sure to cop the album today, and brace yourselves for a sequel to The 20/20 Experience which is also set to drop this year.



Previously: [Video] Justin Timberlake Fires Back At  Kanye West On SNL 

[Music Video] Casey Veggies - "Faces"

Casey Veggies' latest mixtape Life Changes is still one of my favorites of the year so far, and the California emcee keeps pushing the project as he releases the visuals to the Rob Holladay produced "Faces."



Previously: Hit-Boy, Kent M$ney, Audio Push, B Mac The Queen, ScHoolboy Q, Casey Veggies, Xzibit, Rick Ross, Method Man, Redman & Raekwon - "Cypher"

LL Cool J ft. Snoop Dogg & Fatman Scoop - "We Came To Party"

It's a meeting of the OG's as Snoop Dogg joins LL Cool J on "We Came To Party," the latest leak from LL's forthcoming Authentic LP.  Listen below as Fatman Scoop contributes to L's "Destruction in the club," (o_O) and hit the comments with your thoughts on the record.


Authentic is slated to hit stores on April 30th. Will you cop?

[IFWT]

Previously:

• LL Cool J ft. Chuck D, Travis Barker, Tom Morello & Z-Trip - “Whaddup”
• Snoop Lion (Snoop Dogg) - La La La

Eric Benet ft. 2 Chainz - "News For You" (Remix)

Eric Benet & 2 Chainz? I guess Dos Cadenas loves to get his grown and sexy on every now and then. You did see how he was jamming behind Stevie Wonder at the Soul Train Awards last year.

Listen below as he provides a fresh verse to Eric Benet's smooth standout "News For You" from his latest album The One.



[XZ]

Previously: [Music Video] 2 Chainz - "Crack"

Black Milk - "Sunday's Best / Monday's Worst"

The return of Black Milk's production and rhymes are more than welcome as he provides the refreshing dual single "Sunday's Best / "Monday's Worst." Listen below as the Detroit veteran comments on how easy it is to go astray despite being raised right, and get ready for some more music to come from Black Milk.


[illRoots]

Previously: [Music Video] Black Milk & Danny Brown - Black & Brown

[New Mixtape] Rich Boy - Back To Class + "Break The Pot" [Music Video]

Who could forget the certified Southern anthem "Throw Some D's" by Rich Boy? After dropping a few nice singles after that, he slowly faded away from the limelight.

After taking a substantial amount of time off the Alabama bred rapper is back with his new tape Back To Class as well as a new video to the standout "Break The Pot." Peep the visuals below, and hit the jump to stream and download Back To Class courtesy of LiveMixtapes.

Fat Joe ft. Teyana Taylor & Wiz Khalifa - "Ballin'"

Fat Joe has been relatively quiet in the last few months, but hopes to change that as his new single "Ballin'" has hit the net. The hook from Teyana Taylor is simple yet catchy and a verse from Wiz Khalifa can never hurt, but do you think this track deserves more than one listen? Hit the comments and let me know!


[Nah Right]

Previously:

• Fat Joe ft. Kanye West, Miguel & Roscoe Dash - Pride And Joy [Music Video]
• Teyana Taylor - Bad Boy [Music Video]
• [Video] Miguel & Wiz Khalifa Perform "Adorn" At the 55th Annual Grammy Awards

Birdman Calls Angie Martinez To Discuss Lil Wayne's Health

Over the weekend fans were in a panic as news that Lil Wayne suffered multiple seizures broke on TMZ. After multiple false reports and rumors that Wayne was in critical condition and barely hanging on at some point, Weezy's adopted father Birdman called in to Hot 97 to tell Angie Martinez what's really going on.

Listen to the interview below, as Baby claims that Lil Wayne is doing great and also claims that the drugs Weezy doesn't shy away from rapping about or displaying had no impact on his seizure.

Birdman-Angie Martinez Interview:

I'm glad to hear that Wayne seems to be doing alright, and I'm interested to see how this tragedy will unfold as he prepares to release his album I Am Not A Human Being 2.

[HHNM]

Previously: Birdman ft. Nicki Minaj & Lil Wayne - Born Stunna (Remix)

[Video] Killer Mike, Scar & El-P Perform "Untitled" On Letterman

Hip Hop artists have been getting a lot of late night show love, and we score another victory as Killer Mike and El-P got to share "Untitled" with the world on The Late Show With David Letterman last night. Watch below as the homie Scar also joins in on the show by killing his performance of the R.A.P. Music hook.



[Miss Info]

Previously: Killer Mike ft. Scar - Untitled [Music Video]

Kendrick Lamar ft. Jay-Z - "Bitch, Don't Kill My Vibe" (Remix)

First previewed at SXSW by Young Guru (video after the jump), Kendrick Lamar is joined by his former Def Jam boss on the remix to good kid, m.A.A.d city favorite "Bitch Don't Kill My Vibe." Listen below as Jay-Z goes back to his rapid fire flow of his early days while Kendrick demolishes his two verses.


Kendrick Lamar ft. Jay-Z - "Bitch Don't Kill My Vibe" (Remix) Lyrics

Hit the jump to watch Young Guru break the record at SXSW.

[New Mixtape] Yelawolf - Trunk Muzik Returns

Trunk Muzik is the project that put Yelawolf on the map years ago, and he intends to keep his core fans happy and gain new ones with his latest tape Trunk Muzik Returns presented by Slumerican and SupaHotBeats. The ten track project is currently blasting in my apartment right now, with some impressive features from Paul Wall, Raekwon, Killer Mike, A$AP Rocky, and more.

Download: Yelawolf - Trunk Muzik Returns

Previously: YelaWolf - "Way Out"

[New Mixtape] Bangladesh - "Ponzi Scheme"

Short after celebrating his birthday with a star studded bash in the A, hit producer Bangladesh expands his resume as he spits a few verses on his new mixtape Ponzi Scheme.

With hilarious skits revealing the mentality of the mythical basic b*tch, and appearances from 2 Chainz, Pusha T, Future, Jadakiss, Trinidad Jame$, CyHi The Prynce, Kevin Cossom, and more, this is a tape that's entertaining from start to finish.

Download: Bangladesh - Ponzi Scheme

Previously: Bangladesh ft. Pusha T & Jadakiss - 100 [Music Video]

[Short Film] T.I. - "Addresses"

T.I.'s Trouble Man: Heavy Is The Head was one of the 4th quarter's best albums, and with his singles "Ball" and "Hello" in heavy rotation, he takes time to provide a visual for "Addresses" one of the harder cuts from the album.

Watch below as Grand Hustle henchmen Young Dro, Big Kuntry King, and D.O.P.E. join TIP in a mission to seek revenge. While we might consider T.I. a newly reformed citizen, in this short film he's right back to being the Trouble Man.



Previously: [Music Video] Trinidad Jame$ ft. T.I., Young Jeezy & 2 Chainz - "All Gold Everything"

[Music Video] 2 Chainz - "Crack"

With 2 Chainz featured on almost everything, it's easy to forget that he's still promoting his solo debut Based On A T.R.U. Story. The latest visual from the "I spell South with a F" rapper is the Guaponese laced "Crack," directed by Aristotle.


[2DB]

Previously: [Music Video] Trinidad Jame$ ft. T.I., Young Jeezy & 2 Chainz - "All Gold Everything"

Beyoncé - "Bow Down / I Been On"

Ever since dominating television sets since the Super Bowl and the premiere of her HBO documentary, fans have speculated that Beyoncé would have new music on the way in time for her forthcoming tour.

Well last night, Bey flexed her pass as King Bey as she dropped the dual tracks "Bow Down" and "I Been On." Though "Bow Down" was produced by Hit-Boy and "I Been On" is a joint effort between Polow Da Don, Timbaland, Sonny Digital and Planet VI, the common denominator is the subject matter which I loosely sum up as this: I've been the shit since birth and will continue to be forever. Question that if you're about that life.

Listen to Beyoncé's latest and don't be shy. Hit the comments with your thoughts!

 
[YHTN]

Previously: [Video] Beyoncé's Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show

The-Dream - "Tron" + 'Parental Advisory' With DJ Mick Boogie

The-Dream had some venting to do, so he put on his shit talking hat and decided to spit over his new single "Tron." The beat's hard and the rhymes are on par with most club rappers so I'm not mad at this one. IV Play is set to drop this May.



On "Tron," Dream claims he'll be hot for a century, and just to look back at how deep his solo career goes, check out his new mix Parental Advisory with the talented DJ Mick Boogie.

[Video] ScHoolboy Q Brings Out Kendrick Lamar & Action Bronson At SXSW 2013

Photo Courtesy of Spin.com

ScHoolboy Q had the SXSW Fader Fort jumping all on his own, but to make things even groovier, he brought out Queens heavyweight Action Bronson and his TDE brother Kendrick Lamar for solo performances that made the crowd go insane. Watch footage of the show presented by Converse below, and get your plans ready for 2014!

Previously:

• Hit-Boy, Kent M$ney, Audio Push, B Mac The Queen, ScHoolboy Q, Casey Veggies, Xzibit, Rick Ross, Method Man, Redman & Raekwon - "Cypher"
• Action Bronson - Midget Cough (Prod. by Party Supplies)
• Bridget Kelly ft. Kendrick Lamar - "Street Dreamin"

French Montana ft. Nicki Minaj, Wyclef Jean, Edley Shine & Elephant Man - "Freaks" (DJ Suss One Remix)

French Montana's "Freaks" is undoubtedly a hit record, but when I listen to it I can't help but think that it's missing a key reggae element. Thankfully DJ Suss One recruited producer JButtah and respected artists of the genre (Wyclef, Edley Shine and Elephant Man) to refix "Freaks" allowing Nicki Minaj's verse to lead the way.

[XZ]

Previously: [Music Video] French Montana ft. Nicki Minaj - "Freaks"

[Music Video] Kelly Rowland - "Kisses Down Low"

A day doesn't go by when I don't hear Kelly Rowland's new hit "Kisses Down Low"on the radio, and I'm not complaining one bit.

Now the Mike Will production has a playful visual to match the racy content of the single as Kelly gets experimental with the wigs and makes things abundantly clear what she expects from her man. Her album Talk Of The Game is set to drop later this year!



Previously: [Video] Destiny's Child Reunites At The Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show

[Music Video] STS - "Dripping In Gold"

For the latest visual installment of STS's Gold Rush 3, the PhilaATLien brings us to Paris as he flips "Dripping In Gold" by Flight Facilities.

Video directed by Daniel "Danny Cam" Gallardo.

Previously: [Music Video] STS - "Purity Ring"

Hit-Boy, Kent M$ney, Audio Push, B Mac The Queen, ScHoolboy Q, Casey Veggies, Xzibit, Rick Ross, Method Man, Redman & Raekwon - "Cypher"

While Hit-Boy's definitely down with his Surf Club and G.O.O.D. Music fam, he's building an empire with his on Hits Since 87 imprint.

Introducing HS87's forthcoming compilation to the world, he includes the emcees on his roster as well as some of the game's most respected rhymesayers. Listen below as Method Man, Redman, ScHoolboy Q, Rick Ross, Raekwon, Xzibit and Casey Veggies join HS87 on "Cypher."


Previously: Hit-Boy - HITStory [New Mixtape]

Azealia Banks - "Yung Rapunxel"

It seems that with about every five twitter beefs, we get new material from Azealia Banks.

The Harlem bred emcee reveals "Yung Rapunxel," the first single from her debut Broke With Expensive Taste, which may not be for everybody. Stream the aggressive, electro record below and hit the comments with your thoughts!



Previously: Azealia Banks - "No Problems"

[Video] Justin Timberlake Fires Back At Kanye West On SNL

Justin Timberlake might as well be an honorary SNL cast member as he took to the legendary sketch comedy show for the fifth time to host and perform in promotion of his new album The 20/20 Experience.

During a live performance of his hit "Suit & Tie" it appears Justin broke his silence and chose a pretty slick way to address Kanye West's public on stage rant in London where Ye shouted "Remind me again who was the original super fly and I got love for HOV but I ain’t fuckin' with that “Suit & Tie."

Moments before Jay-Z joined Justin on stage, the crooner switch up the lyrics on his second verse to add the line "my hits so sick, got rappers acting dramatic. That's alright. It's all mine." Tell 'em how you feel, Justin!



Hit the jump to hear Charlemagne's theory on Kanye's "You Mad?!" attitude.

[Music Video] French Montana ft. Nicki Minaj - "Freaks"

Nicki Minaj may be a judge on one of TV's most family friendly reality shows, but that's not stopping her from showing some A LOT of skin on the visuals to French Montana's latest single "Freaks."

Supposedly the last Excuse My French single before Montana actually holds a track down solo, enjoy the dancehall tinged visual below.


Previously:

• [Music Video] French Montana ft. J. Cole & Rick Ross - "Diamonds"
• Anthem x B.o.B x Nicki Minaj - "oUt OF mY mInD" (Remix)

Bridget Kelly ft. Kendrick Lamar - "Street Dreamin"

If Funk Flex can bring together my two favorite artists, he's forever good in my book.

Added to Flex's impressive lineup so far for his upcoming mixtape Who You Mad At? Me Or Myself?, "Street Dreamin" features Bridget Kelly over a Shea Taylor production sampling the classic 2Pac "Got My Mind Made Up." To make things even better, MTV's Hottest MC Kendrick Lamar adds an always solid verse at the start of the track.

"Street Dreamin" first caught my attention at Bridget Kelly's meet in greet at Tags II in Atlanta. Trust me, there's more heat to come.

Update: CDQ added. Buy it on iTunes!



[IFWT]

Previously:

• Bridget Kelly ft. Meek Mill - "In The Morning" (Remix)
• [Music Video] Kendrick Lamar ft. Drake - "Poetic Justice"

[Video] In The Sweetbox With DJ Princess Cut (Episode 1 Starring Big Zak)

After conquering Smirnoff's Master Of The Mix Atlanta, touring internationally and making her name as one of the most respected DJ's in the South, Hoodrich Entertainment and Hot 107.9's DJ Princess Cut plans to conquer the net one visual at a time with her new interview series In The Sweetbox.

In episode 1 of her debut season, she sits down with Atlanta emcee and producer Big Zak, best known throughout the city for his recent mixtape Talk That Shit and for his intro on DJ Greg Street's 6 O'Clock radio show.

Watch below as the lovely Sweetbox Jones talks with Zak about his accomplishments thus far, his growing MCM movement, and his strategy for making sure everyone who plays part in creating a song gets their proper share.



Be on the look out for Episode 2 of In The Sweetbox as Princess Cut chops it up with a few fellow DJ's. Subscribe to her channel to stay in the loop!

Sir Michael Rocks - "Money Came" ( Prod. by Choo Jackson)

After introducing his new project Banco, Sir Michael Rocks gave illRoots the green light to premiere the tape's lead record "Money Came" produced by Choo Jackson. Peep the video trailer after the jump!

Drake - "5AM In Toronto"

Drake can probably coast off of his hit "Started From The Bottom" until his album Nothing Was The Same drops, but it looks like he's got something to prove as he rips into Boi-1da & Vinylz's production "5AM In Toronto."

Stream/download the venting session below as Drake takes a few subliminals addressing the MTV Hottest MCs list, Rihanna, The Weeknd and a few others.

Download: Drake - 5AM In Toronto

Previously: [Music Video] Kendrick Lamar ft. Drake - "Poetic Justice"

[Music Video] Joey Bada$$ - "Unorthodox"

You wouldn't expect an ordinary visual to a track called "Unorthodox," would you?

Joey Bada$$ delivers an animated 90's reminiscent music video to the DJ Premier produced loosie, which you can download HERE.



[MTV]

Previously: [Music Video] Joey Bada$$ ft. Big K.R.I.T. & Smoke DZA – "Underground Airplay"

DJ Wally Sparks & DJ Dub Floyd - "SpottieOuttieCashaliscious" (Cash Out vs. Outkast)

DJ Wally Sparks, Big K.R.I.T.'s right hand man, has joined forces with Big Sant's DJ Dub Floyd to form the Legion Of Doom as they blend two landmark records from Atlanta-- the Outkast classic "Spottieottiedopaliscious" and Ca$h Out's hit single "Cashin' Out."



Previously: Big K.R.I.T. Shouts Out DJ Wally Sparks For Being A Key To His Success [VIDEO]

Jackie Chain, Scotty & RaRa - "Pimpin Mane" (Prod. by Kato of SMKA)

SMKA, a brain trust in Atlanta known for bringing some of today's budding musicians together for dope collaborative projects, has outdone itself as they held The Hang Out:

Atlanta production collective, SMKA, blocked out 882 Studios for 4 days, and invited many of Atlanta’s most talented and progressive hip-hop artists to hang out, eat, drink, collaborate and make music. The Hang Out took place from February 7 - 10, and for 14 hours a day, 4 days straight, Justin Padron, of 882 Studios, recorded artists over SMKA production. 

The Hang Out compilation features more than 50 different artists on 20 original records produced entirely by 808 Blake and Kato of SMKA. The Hang Out showcases the depth of talent, and diversity, that makes Atlanta’s hip-hop community the most creative and influential in the world.

Check out the project's first leak, "Pimpin Mane," below featuring Alabama's Jackie Chain and ATL rappers Scotty and RaRa over a Kato production.



Part 1 of The Hang Out is set to drop March 26th and if you're in the A in March 23rd, be sure to hit The Star Bar for The Hang Out Release Party.


Previously:

• Stankonia Sessions: 2012 A3C Edition [New Mixtape]
• [Music Video] Jackie Chain ft. Big K.R.I.T. & Bun B - Parked Outside

[Music Video] Fantasia - "Lose To Win"

After quite the hiatus, Fantasia is back in the game almost ready to releaser her forthcoming album Side Effects Of You. The project's lead single "Lose To Win" showcases the Idol winner explaining her need to leave an unhealthy relationship in order to get her life right so she's ready when the right person comes around.

"Lose To Win" is definitely a relatable single, and the 80's tinged production and vintage themed visuals show that Fantasia's back and ready to take her place as one of R&B's top musicians once again.


[That Grape Juice]

Kanye West Responds To Being #7 On MTV's Hottest MC's List

After years of controversy surrounding the choices for MTV's Hottest MCs list, it's no surprise that this year is no different.

With the lineup currently listing Meek Mill as #10, Future as #9, A$AP Rocky as #8, Big Sean at #6, and Drake at #5, people and rappers alike have already taken to Twitter and interviews to air their opinions on the rankings.

None were more vocal than Kanye West, however who uncharacteristically called into Angie Martinez's Hot 97 to speak with DJ Enuff about being listed as #7.

Listen below as Kanye lists of reasons why he should be a top contender, states Lil Wayne is his #1 emcee, calls out Sway for a lack of loyalty, only to hang up the phone on DJ Enuff in typical "drop the mic" fashion:


Hit the jump to catch Weezy and Sway's response to Ye's rant:

That’s the ultimate compliment coming from a humble,great,extremely creative,& superior genius…I appreciate that Yeezy!
— Lil Wayne WEEZY F (@LilTunechi) March 6, 2013

#Swaysfirsttv OK the jig is up! @kanyewest thanks 4 my 1st Tv BUT you still owe me the REMOTE! lol #Hottestmc finale on @mtvjams Thurs 10pm!
— Sway Calloway (@RealSway) March 6, 2013

Does Kanye have a right to be angry over the list? Hit the comments and tell me what you think.

[Miss Info]

Previously: Kanye West ft. Jay-Z & Big Sean - "Clique" (TNGHT Edit)

[Music Video] Terri Walker & Nicole Wray (Lady) - "Get Ready" + Full Album Stream

Photo by Sesse Lind

Nicole Wray's voice has always been something special, and thankfully for us, the "Make It Hot" singer is still sharing her vocals with the world as she and London singer Terri Walker have banded together to form Lady.

Their self titled debut album is a nostalgic trip to the Motown era as Nicole and Terri add their current R&B spin to a classic sound. Courtesy of Rolling Stone, stream Lady in full after the jump, but first watch the visuals to their single "Get Ready."

[Music Video] Big Boi ft. Jake Troth, The Sons Of Thunder & Epic Meal Time - "Apple Of My Eye"

Big Boi continues to show how diverse Atlanta's music scene really is as he's joined by NC musician Jake Troth and band The Sons Of Thunder in the visuals to "Apple Of My Eye."

Before they get to the music, Big Boi keeps things hilarious in a skit featuring YouTube sensations Epic Meal Time.



Previously: Frank Ocean ft. Big Boi & Andre 3000 - "Pink Matter" (Remix)

[Video] Solange Knowles Performs "Losing You" Live With Janelle Monae & Wondaland

Last Thursday, Solange Knowles brought new material from her True EP live to the Masquerade in Atlanta, and surprised everyone by bringing out Janelle Monae and the rest of the Wondaland Arts Society to jam out to her hit "Losing You."

If you're cursing at yourself like me for missing such a great show, be sure to catch a live performance while you can!


[Necole Bitchie]

Previously:

• Theophilus London & Solange Perform "Flying Overseas" Live At SXSW [VIDEO]
• Janelle Monae Performs Jackson 5's "I Want You Back" At The 2012 Afropunk Festival [VIDEO]

Kid Cudi - "Immortal"

After publicly expressing frustration with his label waning support of his music, KiD CuDi proudly releases his upcoming album's second single, "Immortal." Produced by his long time collaborator Dot Da Genius, this track is an indication that Indicud will be well worth the wait when it hits stores on April 23.



[Dat New Cudi]

Previously: Hit-Boy ft. KiD CuDi - Old School Caddy

Ciara - "Body Party" (Prod. by Mike WiLL Made It)

Ciara's been one single away from being hot again for quite some time, but with the help from the game's most requested producer Mike WiLL Made It and ad-libs from her new beau Future, she's officially back with "Body Party."

Listen to the slow jam below, which samples the Ghosttown DJs bass classic "My Boo," and be on the lookout for her album One Woman Army, set to hit stores in June.


Previously: Ciara ft. 2 Chainz - Sweat

[Music Video] Jhené Aiko - "Burning Man (3:16 PM)"

After taking us through the dark recesses of her mind on "3:16am," Jhené Aiko uses the sunshine of 3:16pm to bring us the lighter track "Burning Man."

Check out the visuals to the Artium songstress' new single below, and catch cameos from her Cocaine 80s collaborator James Fauntleroy and her daughter's uncle, Omarion. Jhené's major label debut Soul(ed) Out is in the works!



Previously: Cocaine 80's ft. Jhene Aiko & Common - "Fly Ass Pisces"

[Music Video] STS - "Purity Ring"

STS continues to rack up overseas, and he brought the cameras with him to Berlin, Germany to shoot the visuals to his latest flip of Purity Ring's "Fineshrine." Gold Rush III coming soon!


Directed by Daniel "Danny Cam" Gallardo

Previously: [Music Video] STS - "The Heavy"

[Music Video] MED x Blu x Madlib ft. Jimetta Rose - "Burgundy Whip"

Blu and M.E.D., two of the west coast's finest with the mic teamed up with Stones Throw Records and producer extraordinare Madlib to create The Burgundy EP.

"Burgundy Whip" featuring Jimetta Rose, one of the most addicting tracks on the project, deservedly gets the visual treatment as the two emcees cruise in what else but a...



[okayplayer]

Previously:

• Blu - "Soul Provider" (Nubbz Remix)
• Freddie Gibbs & Madlib ft. BJ The Chicago Kid - Shame [Music Video]

SZA - "ICE.MOON"

Whenever I get the chance to go on about who and what I can't stop listening these days, I always mention SZA and her project See.SZA.Run.  With a voice that's airy yet full of range, a way with words that conveys her sometimes twisted thoughts in a way that it's for pure artistic release and not for shock value, the New York resident is definitely going to be someone everyone will know soon. The fact that she was bred in my second home of St. Louis, is only icing on the cake for me.

Already at work on her sophomore project S, SZA gave Gorilla Vs. Bear the green light to premiere the EP's Felix Snow & Patrick Lukens produced "ICE.MOON."



Grab a G Late Pass and stream/download See.SZA.Run after the jump...

Big K.R.I.T. ft. Bun B - "Shine On"

Big K.R.I.T. and Bun B just joined forces on Jordan theme song "Check The Sign," and if they keep working like this, I'm gonna need them to consider a joint EP or something. UGK for life though, of course.

Meanwhile, Krizzle's King Remembered In Time is due out soon, and he recruits the legend Bun on the self-produced "Shine On."


Previously: Bun B & Big K.R.I.T. - "Check The Sign"

[Music Video] Trinidad Jame$ ft. T.I., Young Jeezy & 2 Chainz - "All Gold Everything"

T.I., Young Jeezy, and 2 Chainz all snapped on Trinidad Jame$'s "All Gold Everything" remix, and they take their support of the ATL overnight sensation to another level by stomping with the King Midas of bicycles in the official music video.



Previously:

• [Video] Trinidad James ft. ForteBowie - "Southside"
• Trinidad James ft. T.I., Young Jeezy & 2 Chainz - "All Gold Everything (ATL Remix)"
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• The Melker Project - "(2) Chain (z)" ft. Fleetwood Mac & 2 Chainz

[New Mixtape] Kris Kasanova - '24K'

Kris Kasanova spent over a year crafting his new project 24K, and the work he's put in on this tape definitely shows. Even if the promo cuts "Kasanova" and "Moshpit" weren't on the NY emcee's third release, it'd still be in the running for best tape of 2013.

Stream and download 24K below, which features Rocki Evans, SZA, Skeme, Flatbush Zombies, 10ille, and more.

Download: Kris Kasanova - 24K

[Kris Kasanova]

Previously: Kris Kasanova - "Kasanova" (Prod. by Canei Finch)