Jordan Groggs, a/k/a Stepa J. Groggs of Phoenix hip-hop trio Injury Reserve, has died, the group confirmed on social media today. Groggs was 32. No cause of death has yet been revealed. Beneath a photo of Groggs posted to the Injury Reserve’s social media accounts reads the caption, “REST IN POWER Jordan Alexander Groggs a […]
New Video: Moneybagg Yo “Said Sum” | Rap Radar
You said sum? If it’s broke, Moneybagg Yo doesn’t want to hear it on his new single produced by YC. In the Ben Marc-directed video, the Memphis rapper plays a violin in the studio, flexes his bands in the backseat of a whip, and gets pampered at the barber and nail shop.
New Video: $L Domo “KING KOOPA” | Rap Radar
Domo vs. KOOPA. Emerging from the 703, comes $L Domo and the music video to his sonic-infused banger. With Bowser and Boo characters trailing along, Domo and the crew diddy bop in the D.M.V. Barring COVID-19 masks and their Paradyce gear, they flex an abundance of money and pop countless bottles of Belaire. Cheers!
New Video: Dizzy Wright, Demrick “Medicated” | Rap Radar
Got snacks? Dizzy Wright and Demrick indulge in some of the dopest products in their Blaze With Us 2′s new music video. Inside a dark and cloudy studio, the two knock out the track while smoking green and munch on some of the finest Marijuana-laced refreshments. Enjoy!
John Prine Named Illinois' First Honorary Poet Laureate
John Prine achieved something that no other person in Illinois history has: the singer/songwriter was named the state’s first honorary Illinois Poet Laureate. In a state that was the home to legendary writers, this is no small feat. Gov. JB Pritzker made the declaration in a release today. “Illinois has been home to many talented […]
Britney Spears’ “Get Back” Deserves The “Mood Ring” Treatment
Britney’s ‘Mood Ring’ Is Here One of the nicest things to happen in 2020 (yes, there have been a couple of not-entirely-horrible moments) is the belated success of Britney Spears’ “Mood Ring.” Glory’s Japanese bonus track reached number one on iTunes and even got a Pride-friendly remix package. That got me thinking about another immaculate […]
TIDAL: Jadakiss vs Fabolous
Monday on Elm Street. The epic match-up of Freddy vs Jason comes to Verzuz for the webcast series’ latest rap battle between Jadakiss and Fabolous. On Monday night (June 29), Brooklyn’s Loso and Yonker’s Kiss stood side-by-side going punchline for punchline for 20 rounds with their classic songs. The well-respected MCs brought their radio friendly […]
New Music: Burna Boy “Wonderful”
Feeling it in the soul. Burna Boy’s music brings joy on the latest single off his upcoming album, Twice As Tall. Anchored by Telz’ Afrobeat, the Nigerian star uplifts the spirits of his people during these uncertain times of need. Africa maybe far, but in reality it’s where the heart is.
Hayley Williams Shares Behind the Scenes Video for 'Sugar on the Rim'
Hayley Williams’ Petals for Armor, which was released in May, is one of our favorite albums of the year. Despite having to cancel her the tour for her first solo album, Williams has seemingly remained upbeat in the face of upheaval. The Paramore singer shared a new behind-the-scenes video for “Sugar on the Rim,” which sees her […]
Ellie Goulding & Lauv Join Forces For “Slow Grenade”
Ellie Goulding’s ‘Brightest Blue’ As we inch closer to the release of Ellie Goulding’s long-awaited 4th album, Brightest Blue, she continues to treat us to new music. The latest bop to be rolled out is called “Slow Grenade” and it’s a perky pop collaboration with Lauv. “Help me, my God this got messy,” the Brit […]