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Jay Spitty is a multimedia journalist and a senior author for Yo! Raps. Sometime after college, he took up freelancing to chase his dream of one day writing for the music publications. His interests include (but aren't limited to) Hip-Hop, Rhythm and Blues, and Soul. He loves the NBA and is a longtime Chicago Bulls fan. During the days that he isn’t writing about music, he can be found reading books, playing his PS5, collecting vinyl records, or updating his sneaker collection.
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Lil Baby Delivers Heart-Wrenching Music Video “Forever”
Lil Baby has returned with a fully-fledged music video for “Forever,” featuring Fridayy. Directed by Cam Busby, the clip is set on a tropical beachside,
The Weeknd Releases New Album “Live At SoFi Stadium”
The Weeknd delivered his latest full-length album entitled “Live At SoFi Stadium” last Friday (March 3). The project, which features 31 tracks, was recorded live
J. Cole Taps Drake And Usher To Headline The 2023 Dreamville Festival
Festival season is upon us, and this year, J. Cole‘s annual Dreamville Festival is returning to his home state of North Carolina with a wealth
Drake Talks Plans For A “Graceful Exit” From The Music Industry In Lil Yachty Interview
After releasing his acclaimed album entitled “Let’s Start Here”, Lil Yachty has now turned his attention to his sunglasses brand named FUTUREMOOD. Promoting his rising
Don Toliver Unveils New Album “Love Sick”
Houston rapper Don Toliver is proud to announce the release of his new album entitled “Love Sick” via Cactus Jack/Atlantic Records. The project includes the
Logic Urges Listeners To “Wake Up” In His Latest Music Video
About a month after debuting the song, Logic has dropped an official music video for “Wake Up” featuring Lucy Rose. In the clip, the Maryland
Travis Scott “Utopia” Album Release Date Out Soon
It’s been almost 5 years since Travis Scott dropped his album “ASTROWORLD”, and the anticipation couldn’t be higher for the debut of his next release.
Big Scarr’s Posthumous Album “The Secret Weapon” Released
A posthumous album entitled “The Secret Weapon” from Big Scarr, the Memphis rapper, who died in December aged 22, is out now. Big Scarr found
Rihanna Wants To Release Her New Album In 2023
Rihanna has revealed in a recent interview that she wants to drop her new album some time in 2023. Speaking to British Vogue, the latest
Bad Bunny And Bomba Estéreo Unveil “Ojitos Lindos” Music Video
Bad Bunny has dropped off athemusic video for his Bomba Estéreo-assisted song entitled “Ojitos Lindos.” Directed by Bad Bunny’s longtime collaborator Stillz, the accompanying music
Playboi Carti Arrested For Allegedly Choking Pregnant Girlfriend
Georgia police arrested Playboi Carti in late December after his girlfriend accused him of assaulting her. However, his lawyer pushed back in a statement concerning
Drake Files Motion To Get Out Of XXXTentacion Murder Trial Deposition
Drake‘s lawyers have filed to quash the deposition subpoena against him in the XXXTentacion murder trial. XXXTentacion, whose real name was Jahseh Onfroy, was shot
Kodak Black Echoes Donald Trump’s Criticism Of Rihanna’s Super Bowl Performance
Kodak Black has agreed with Donald Trump’s harsh comments about Rihanna‘s performance at the Super Bowl LVIII. The former president took to Truth Social —
Talib Kweli And Madlib Announce New Album “Liberation 2”
Talib Kweli and Madlib are reuniting for the “Liberation” sequel entitled “Liberation 2”. The duo confirmed the news in a press release and revealed that
Drumma Boy Drops New Video “Imma Mack” Featuring Gangsta Boo
Grammy winning hit-making producer Drumma Boy is releasing the video for his record “Imma Mack” featuring Crunchy Black, La Chat – along with the late
Quavo To Perform TakeOff Tribute At 2023 Grammy Awards
Quavo will pay tribute to his late nephew and Migos group member TakeOff at the 2023 Grammy Awards. Early last month, the Georgia rapper shared
Beyoncé Announces “RENAISSANCE” World Tour
Beyoncé has officially announced that she’s going to embark on a 43-date world tour this year in support of her Grammy-nominated 2022 album entitled “RENAISSANCE”.
Dr. Dre’s Debut Album “The Chronic” Re-Released On Streaming Services
On December 15, 1992, Hip-Hop legend Dr. Dre unveiled his first solo full-length album following his departure from Rap group N.W.A, a 16-track effort titled
Lil Wayne Announces 28-City “Welcome To Tha Carter Tour”
Celebrated rapper Lil Wayne will be heading on tour this Spring. The “Welcome To Tha Carter Tour” will be presented by Hip-Hop festival producer Rolling
Burna Boy Releases New Music Video “Common Person”
Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy has released an official music video for “Common Person.” The fan favorite track comes from Burna’s acclaimed sixth studio album, “Love,
Ice Spice Shares “in ha mood” Music Video
Female raptress Ice Spice has shared an accompanying music video for her single “in ha mood.” Helmed by Oliver Cannon and Chris Villa, the clip
Swizz Beatz Names ‘Greatest’ Song He’s Ever Produced, Talks DMX’s Death
Swizz Beatz has crafted chart-topping Billboard hits and received numerous awards, however there’s one track in particular he produced that he still considers his absolute
Drake Teases Summer Tour With 21 Savage, Hints At New Album In 2023
Drake might be hitting the road this summer season, however he won’t be performing solo. The Canadian rapper has shared that he’ll be going on
Brooklyn Rapper Shake-A-Vel Drops “NY Hitter”
Brooklyn rappers are known to bring the heat whenever they step in the booth. New York artist Shake-A-Vel is coming in hotter than bacon grease
Ice Spice Releases Debut EP “Like..?”
Ice Spice has debuted her anticipated freshman EP entitled “Like..?” The New York-born female rapper first found success with her viral drill hit “Munch (Feelin’
A$AP Rocky Drops Reworked “Angels Pt. 2” Music Video
Hip-Hop superstar A$AP Rocky is celebrating 10 years of his debut studio album entitled “Long.Live.A$AP.” with a reworked “Angels” music video titled “Angels Pt. 2.”
Ruffhouse Records Founder Chris Schwartz Accused Of Ponzi Scheme
Industry wars over money, publishing, royalties are common. And here you go once again with more industry issues. Chinga Chang Records – better known as
Dr. Dre Is Selling His Catalog For $200 Million USD
Hip-Hop icon Dr. Dre is officially selling a portion of the collection of his music catalog to Universal Music Group. In a deal, confirmed to
Charismatic Rapper Dre Carter Releases LeBron James-Inspired Music Video “LA Bron”
Dre Carter is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after rappers on the independent music scene. Some industry insiders are labeling him as an “East
Kendrick Lamar Lands Spotify’s Most-Streamed Rap Album Of 2022
Kendrick Lamar has come out on top with his comeback album “Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers.” According to new information from the music stream-tracking
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