Legendary lyricist Papoose dropped by Funk Flex’s show on Hot 97 in NYC for a freestyle. The veteran MC goes in on Wu Tang’s C.R.E.A.M. beat for over six minutes, touching on conspiracy theories, the state of hip hop, the streets and more, all the while dropping clever punchlines with crazy rhyme schemes. Enjoy!
ComplexCon is an expertly curated convention and festival bringing the world of Complex to life. This is our generation’s world fair. The minds behind Complex have come together with a Host Committee led by our Cultural Director/Executive Chair Pharrell Williams, legendary artist Takashi Murakami, Off-White designer and founder Virgil Abloh, Colette co-founder Sarah Andelman, reggaeton superstar J. Balvin, and actor/activist Jaden Smith.
The cannabis industry is a fun and exciting business that is growing at an explosive rate. Even so, banks and traditional investors often view this burgeoning industry as risky and unsafe, so cannabis entrepreneurs are looking for private investors and venture capitalists to fund their businesses. This can be a good option for some, but you also run the risk of huge equity forfeiture, or high interest rates that can make your business virtually unprofitable. Luckily there’s other options for finding cannabis investors. Check out these resources!
Seven Trill is an independent MC out of Phoenix and quite the lyrical force to reckon with. Check out his track “Mota” off of his album “Christopher” which is sold everywhere music is bought or streamed. It also includes a strong verse from the homie Demrick. Next time you’re in Arizona and want to blow some trees, check out this marijuana dispensary in Phoenix!
MERRY JANE News correspondent Brooke Burgstahler as she compares cannabis to highly addictive prescription drugs like Percocet, Vicodin, OxyContin, Adderall, Valium, and Xanax. The scientific understanding of these potentially deadly substances and how they interact with the human body and mind to control pain, anxiety, and depression shows why cannabis may be the perfect alternative. Before you pop another prescription pill, be sure to ingest this potentially life-saving report.
Meet Odd Squad Family. They are an indy hip hop group from Phoenix, Arizona, that truly inspire with their uplifting and positive lyrics. They are made up of 3 unique individuals, N.U.B.S., Snowman, and A-Factor. Check out their first hit single “So High,” off of their new album that just dropped titled “Welcome To The Family”, which is available everywhere music is purchased or streamed. And if you happen to be wondering where they got all that Mary Jane, check out Encanto Green Cross Dispensary in Phoenix, Arizona. Next time we’re in PHX, we’re tryna roll up tough with these boys, enjoy!
Queens of the Stoned Age is a series that celebrates ladies who love weed. From grandmas to gamers, housewives to homegirls, some of the most influential women in the game, including Jessica Assaf of the Cannabis Feminist, come together to tackle a variety of issues they face today. Marriage/relationships, careers, food, politics, sex — no topic is too taboo, no topic is off limits.
The McLaren 570GT is supposed to be the softest, most comfortable car in the company’s range. It has a more luxurious interior than its 570S counterpart, along with more space, a softer suspension setup, and steel, rather than carbon-ceramic brakes standard. Of course, it’s still a McLaren, as Top Gear presenter Chris Harris finds out in his latest video.
Rising artist ABSO presents “OYO” (Only Young Once) featuring Kaydence. Distributed by CREATE.Digital Music. Check it out here first!
Back in June, Vic Mensa released The Manuscript, a teaser EP of sorts for his debut album, The Autobiography, which would follow a month later. Three of the EP’s four tracks made it onto the album, though two were relegated to bonus track status.
On Snoop Dogg’s latest album the song ‘Neva Left’, got an animated video that’s something like The Boondocks meets Scarface. The song itself perfectly fits this retro vibe, as it samples The Charmels’ “As Long as I’ve Got You,” which is most recognizable as the backbone of the Wu-Tang Clan’s “C.R.E.A.M.”
If you went to the chemist and bought some aspirin, then two weeks later went back for more but the second batch didn’t work, you’d never shop at that chemist again. That’s why this company in Las Vegas and working to make their product give you a consistent high!
Tampa, Florida rapper Rahim Samad releases the visuals for his soulful record ‘Tainted Love'(I love it) featuring one of our favorite artistsl, Los Angeles legend Blu, as well as L.A soul/Funk singer/artist Georgia Anne Muldrow. The video was shot on location in Cali & Florida and provides imagery for Rahim and Blu’s introspective verses. The the self-produced track is on Rahim’s latest album, ‘Supreme 7’ on sale on CD & digital download through his bandcamp.
Skrillex’s frequent video director Jas Davis has just shared a next level new video… and recruited none other than Skrillex to soundtrack it. Jas is always pushing the limits with his visuals and this new upload “FRIENDLY FIRE” spanning nearly 2 minutes shows off his artistic visions and insane filming / editing skills. The trippy video is wild throughout, but so is the hip-hop styled beat Skrillex cooked up for it. Check out their other recent video collaboration below and enjoy!
Jhene Aiko has a dreamy voice that seems to hit just right on every track. For her endeavor is a surprise 22-track album titled ‘Trip’. The project brings features from Big Sean, Rae Sremmurd’s Swae Lee, Brandy Kurupt and more. This marks Aiko’s first solo project since 2014 when she made waves with Souled Out and is the natural progression for the talented artist.
G Herbo’s debut album has been in the making for years but it’s finally here. You can cop Humble Beast on iTunes, or stream it on Apple Music. He told XXL that he was “perfecting the project because it’s incredibly important to him”. He had a goal for Humble Beast to resemble JAY-Z’s Reasonable Doubt and Nas’ Illmatic, therefore it couldn’t be rushed.
In the latest episode of MERRY JANE’s “Talking Buds,” the indica-dominant Charlie Sheen OG speaks for itself. Carlie Sheen OG explains why its characteristics are perfect for hanging out and relaxing with friends or trying to get a good night’s sleep.
Ludacris has been largely out of the spotlight for the past few years aside from popping up for a few performances or guest verses, but he’s finally back to releasing music with the new single “Vices.” The track is a little different than the energetic anthem we hoped a new Luda single might be, with a darker beat and serious content, but it’s worth a listen. Bonus points for the artwork that might be doper than the song itself.
Comedian T.J. Miller has been making headlines with his controversial, philosophical, and hilarious takes. The former Silicon Valley star sits down with Snoop to smoke, promote his recent turn in the Emoji Movie and get philosophical. As they get baked, T.J. and Snoop cover all kinds of terrain, from their fear of death to their worst day jobs to their taste for Totino’s pizza rolls.