TYRON, the sophomore album of UK rapper Tyron Frampton—aka slowthai—takes the scathing perspective of his debut, Nothing Great About Britain, and turns it on himself. Even as he searches through a turbulent childhood and a sudden rise to fame for jewels of wisdom, slowthai keeps his brash satire and disregard for public standards. Also returning […]
Foo Fighters, Rage Against the Machine, Iron Maiden Nominees for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Among the 16 nominees for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2021 are some rock heavy hitters, including Foo Fighters, Iron Maiden, the Go-Go’s, Rage Against the Machine, Devo, New York Dolls and Todd Rundgren. Rounding out the nominees are Mary J. Blige, Jay-Z, Tina Turner, Kate Bush, Chaka Khan, Carole King, Fela Kuti, LL Cool […]
Nipsey Hussle & JAY-Z Collabo Previewed In New Judas & the Black Messiah Trailer | Rap Radar
—hold up. Ahead of the Judas And The Black Messiah film and soundtrack this weekend, a snippet of Nipsey Hussle and JAY-Z’s collaboration “What It Feels Like” is soundtracked in the film’s new trailer. Featuring nearly two minutes of scenes from the upcoming motion picture film, Nipsey preaches street survival over a triumphant production, while […]
Tek Ft. Rome Streetz “Glory” | Rap Radar
Brooklyn stand up. Tek brings the “Glory” to his new music video featuring Rome Streetz. The collaboration is off Tek’s upcoming album, Pricele$$ on March 5. Directed by Myster DL, Tek and Rome Streetz trade endless bars over a Wavy Da Ghawd beat, while walking along the mural walls of Brooklyn. We see you too […]
Nino Man “Dice Game” | Rap Radar
Roll ’em. Nino Man shakes it and lets the money roll in his new music video, “Dice Game”. Shot by Benji Filmz, the Harlem rapper is the center of attention in a game of craps with and abundance of money on the line.
Popcaan “Win” | Rap Radar
Winning. Popcaan is taking no losses with his new music video, “Winning”. Co-starring Neville Bell, the motivational video follows the OVO artist and Jamaican-native coach cheering on their team of young players during a basketball game. Following a tense but friendly game, Popcaan’s Unruly Kings walks away with the win against The Obstacles. Never give […]
Z-Ro “Make It Bacc Home” | Rap Radar
Home sweet home. Z-Ro takes it back to his Rohammad Ali LP with his new video, “Make It Bacc Home”. In the Dang Films-produced clip, Z-Ro is out and about while his celly and woman are left at home. Here, the Mo City Don rides through the streets, plays a game of dice with the […]
Locksmith “Lockbuster” | Rap Radar
Lockbuster and chill. Everything Locksmith does is a movie in his new music video, “Lockbuster”. Directed by Ant Jacob, the playful clip follows The Bay Area MC letting his motion picture-inspired bars roll while working inside a video rental store. “Lockbuster” follows Locksmith’s previous release “Angels & Demons” featuring Jon Connor.
Joey Fatts “Never Said It’s Right” | Rap Radar
Joey Fatts is gearing up for his G Way 2, and delivers the project’s latest offering “Never Said It’s Right” ahead of this Friday’s release (Feb. 12). Directed by Kiky’s Vision, the Long Beach rapper hits the quiet city of Rialto. He perches on a rooftop overlooking the city, cruises through the streets, and posts […]
Hayley Williams’ 'Flowers For Vases/Descansos' Is Her Saddest, Quietest Music Yet
With her surprise LP, Flowers For Vases/Descansos, Hayley Williams has forgone further pop experimentation, instead clinging to a raw recitation of profound, suffocating sadness. The Paramore singer’s sophomore solo effort, released on Friday, employs little more than austere acoustic guitar and piano interludes across its 14 new tracks, which lament well beyond the waves of […]