Chance the Rapper graces the Hot Ones table for this week’s all-new episode. Admittedly terrible with spicy food, the Chicago emcee does his best to contain the heat while dishing on everything from Kanye West and Lil Wayne, to Chicago’s best restaurants, and much more.
Renowned beat makers STIXX JONES and FRANK REED, known together as Native Sunz, present their third project of the year, Stixx Instrumentillz Vol 2. Staying true to their classic, boom bap roots, the album consists of precisely chopped samples, laced with loose, hard hitting drums and deep bass lines that keep heads bobbing. Each of the over 30 tracks tells a different story and evokes a specific emotion. Native Sunz masterfully display their versatility as the project goes through ups and downs, with intense crescendos and unexpected turns. With carefully chosen cuts, scratches and vocal snippets tying the instrumentals together, the project has a narrative feel despite the absence of predominant lyrics. Check out Stixx Instrumentillz Vol 2. out now, and look out for the next project, 4 Kings, from Native Sunz coming December 18th!
Snoop Dogg is giving thanks…to himself. The West Coast veteran is back with his new single “I Wanna Thank Me,” which also serves as the title track from his upcoming album. The Battlecat production was inspired by his viral speech at the Hollywood Walk of Fame in November.
Multitalented artist G Peoples presents his debut full-length album Wherever I May Go, a genre bending effort that showcases his many talents. Borrowing influence from everything from rock and folk, to hip hop and r&b, G masterfully curated a diverse soundscape of eclectic instrumentation that creates a unique vibe to match his smooth melodies, acrobatic raps, and fiery spoken word poetry. Each song displays a different style of music, and a different side of G Peoples as he breaks down barriers of doubt, and explores a whirlwind of different topics and emotions. On Wherever I May Go, the young artist strikes a delicate balance between supreme confidence, and honest vulnerability, on a cohesive project that shows his unparalleled creativity and way with words. Check out G Peoples’ debut album Wherever I May Go, ft. Maya Angelou, Raquelle Mantra and Vlush, available now on major streaming platforms!
A half a million dollar custom Rolls Royce Cullinan! This transformation from stock to modified is major. It’s wrapped fully in laminated satin white with hints of Gloss white. Lowered and also added 26″ Forgiato wheels with floating caps of course!
Featuring members from around the country, Vegas based hip hop collective The Hated Crew proudly presents their latest single, “Big Dawgs,” the first single off their buzzing album The Watchers. This scorching hot posse cut features crew members Tax Free, Rocci, and Zig Zag, (in order) who all go hard on a sparse and heavy hitting trap beat courtesy of producer Hellabeats. THC is letting the world know they’ve paid dues and earned their boss status as they bring listeners into their high octane world of partying, fast women, and faster cars. Each member seamlessly brings their own unique style and cadence to this club ready street anthem. With classic hip hop lyricism flawlessly blended with modern production, the crew strikes a perfect balance of past and future sounds to create something entirely new. Check out the single “Big Dawgs” and don’t sleep on The Hated Crew’s new LP, The Watchers, out now on major streaming platforms!
Nicole Scherzinger’s stunning home in the hills overlooking Los Angeles reflects the style and class of its owner at every turn. The former Pussycat Dolls lead singer and her guests enjoy spectacular panoramic views of LA, stretching from downtown to the beach. From her plush and cozy home theater to the meticulously curated art on the walls, the singer, songwriter, actress and theater buff has designed the perfect oasis.
Teenage singer Tones and I shoots from busking to global success with song Dance Monkey. Just months ago, the 19-year-old, known by the stage name Tones and I, was living in a van and singing on the street in the coastal town of Byron Bay, south of Brisbane. Now she’s famous AF
Tesla revealed the latest in its line of electric vehicles, the Tesla pickup truck at an event near the SpaceX facility in Los Angeles. Called “Cybertruck,” the steampunk-inspired offroad vehicle is a complete departure from Tesla’s luxury lineup.
Growing cannabis indoors takes more than tossing seeds in the soil and watering them. Although you might have the seeds ready, it would be advisable to take some time to learn how cannabis is grown indoors and the materials/equipment required, among other things. Several factors ought to be put into consideration when growing plants indoors. While growing the herb in an open field or a greenhouse might be simpler, it isn’t the same growing indoors. Nevertheless, open land and greenhouses aren’t available to all, which is why many choose to grow the plant indoors in confined spaces. Outlined below are 5 tips to help you get started.
Man executing a citizens arrest, after man allegedly robbed then threatened to stab people on the train…headbutt makes quite the sound. (Satisfying)
Horizon Wireless is the collaborative effort of accomplished multitalented producers Harrison Waxenberg and Daniel Scott Lyons, who have officially joined forces to create their debut album, Welcome to the Network, available now on all major streaming services. With complex rhythms and intricate textures masterfully mixed by Jesse Miller of Lotus fame, Welcome to the Network is an interplanetary journey through space and sound. Well placed vocal samples and snippets create a captivating cinematic effect and cohesive presence that ties each track together. Featuring a futuristic, funky, house vibe that fuses elements from several genres Welcome to the Network is unlike any other album before it.
Longtime collaborators Street Life and Method Man have released a new single, “Squad Up.” The track features, and was produced by, Havoc of Mobb Deep.
If you’ve just landed yourself a DUI in Southern California, you’re going to need to do the following six things. This list was put together by Michel R. Herron, a top-rated accident attorney. If he doesn’t win your case – you don’t pay!
Elon Musk recently unveiled SpaceX’s latest plans for building cities on Mars: Its Starship rocket. This rocket is 5.5 times taller than SpaceX’s first rocket, the Falcon 1. And could be flying people to space as early as 2020 if Musk has anything to say about it. If all goes according to plan, Musk aims to have the first test flight for Starship within the next one to two months.
Electronic artist Wembi just released a new track titled “Birth of A Movement” off his album “Perspective”. The song is featured below and is also available on Spotify, iTunes, Google Music, CdBaby and all major music platforms. Check out the rest of the album here: wembimusic.com Also be sure to subscribe to Wembi Music Channel and to Wembi productions Facebook page for exclusive contents from the artist Wembi
Metro Boomin pulls out all of the stops for a relentlessly fun, horror-themed tape titled “Issa Nightmare on Elm Street, feel like Jason, Friday 13th”. Checkout our favorite track from the project “Rap Saved Me” below. “I’m gang banging (gang), and I’m dangerous (hey) Smith & Wesson (brrt), and it’s stainless (woo) Brand new Rari (skrt), I’m finna paint it (yeah) She took a xanny (yeah), then she fainted (yeah)”
North Carolina’s own duo of MC’s Phonte and Rapper Big Pooh, better known collectively as Little Brother, have built a cult following over the last 15 years and have achieved underground legend status in the process. They just might be your favorite rapper’s favorite rappers…literally, if you don’t believe me, just ask Drake. They’ve been on somewhat of a hiatus since their split with famed producer 9th Wonder, but this fall they returned with a bangin’ full length album May The Lord Watch, and they’ve been on the road for the last few months promoting it. We were lucky enough to catch their stop at the intimate Peter’s Room, directly underneath the famous Roseland Theater in Portland.
Eric State is an exciting, energetic DJ hailing from the Netherlands. Starting his career at the young age of 15, he slowly worked his way up the ranks, holding down residencies in bars and clubs all over Europe. In 2014, his wife gave birth to their son, which in turn put his career on hold…until now, as he comes bouncing right back with his track ‘Somebody Real’. Eric, who specializes in vocally supported electronic dance music with a feel-good vibe, dug deep into his crate to find an original 1994 recording of ‘Somebody Real’ by Bit Machine and made it his own now, with his second release ‘Somebody Real’.
Wish you could get to know the GOAT of skateboarding? Tony Hawk is in his 50’s, still flipping out of pools. Follow along with Nate Robinson as he tours Tony Hawk’s home.