“I don’t prescribe to “the king of R&B”. You know, I’m a contributor, just like the great artists before me. A King, yes. A King of RnB I’m not sure if I would claim myself to be that. But definitely a one of a kind and a great contributor to RnB music. But a king for sure, even a God!”

RESPECT MAG: How is it going?
O: It’s going amazing. I’m in New York City we have The Millennium Tour tomorrow so I’m just out here making errands. Everything is great though.

Are you still the king of RnB? if not, who do you think holds that crown?
I don’t prescribe to “the king of RnB”. You know, I’m a contributor, just like the great artists before me. A king, yes. A King of R&B I’m not sure if I would claim myself to be that. But definitely a one of a kind and a great contributor to R&B music. But a king for sure, even a God!

Let’s talk about the Millennium Tour 2020. What are the expectations and does it feel good to be on stage performing again? Lots of hits lots of nostalgia what else is new?
Well we just dropped a new song a couple of weeks ago “Can You Hear Me” featuring T-Pain. So you know we got new music to go with the tour. I got so many amazing things currently going on, I also just announced also ill be dropping essential oil with Art Naturals called “Unbothered” by Omarion. Giving you the essence of what it really means to be unbothered. so many things going on. They all good things. so, I’m happy.

How do you balance between being a dad and touring?
well, I have a staff. I’m so blessed with an amazing staff who make sure that my schedule is cleared for the important times. You know like, my kids, they sometimes have morning assemblies. I’m a very very involved parent, so I make time for my kids. I understand how important it is to be there for them. Also, I’m on tour right and my daughter’s birthday is coming up on the 7th, she’ll be turning four. so ill be flying back the next week to celebrate her birthday, so daddy makes time.

Stars have moments, what’s your favorite moment in your career that’s unforgettable to you that you’d like to share.
Yes definitely, it’s 08 all of the performances on the BET Awards of “Oh”, “Touch” you know, “Ice Box”, “Post To Be”, you know, performing with Chris although they didn’t have all of my shots you know what I’m saying but it was a great moment. what else? currently, now I’m often living in moments, in the upcoming week I’m gonna be shooting “Can You Hear Me?” featuring T-Pain music so that should be fun. But you know, all of the Highlights come from the supportive fans. You know all those moments that are not I’m just contributing my energy and my creativity towards but you know when the fans respond when they love it and that it’s reciprocal. so yeah, those are few moments.

If there was something you could do over what would it be.
You know I’m not the one to take moments back. Because there is always some information and lessons you can learn from those moments that you might not be happy about at the time. So, I wouldn’t take anything back. You know, you live and you learn. That’s what life is all about.

What are some of the big body collabs your fans would be excited about happening right now?
Well, definitely this one with T-Pain. I have some other things in the work that I can’t really speak about. But yeah, some organic and like real-time collabos. No forced collabs. I find that when people talk about collabs, they say the same things like “well, who is it gonna be?” you know, and collabs come in many forms. A collab can come in the form of a producer as well as an artist. So, yeah it’s gonna be some amazing collabs. One amazing collab that I have is coming up at the end of the year announcing my forthcoming album Passport with James Fauntleroy. Me and James did a whole album together, you know, he’s an amazing creative so I cant for people to finally hear it. We’re dropping that in the forth quarter so yeah, I’m excited about that.

Are there any new artists you are currently into?
Not at the moment. I find that no disrespect to any of the artists that are contributing to music but there is not a lot of substance out there. There are not a lot of songs that are actually talking about the things that resonate with me. So I listen to my 3-hour mixes you know Thunderstorm Laps/Soulection. I be good in front of my decks. But you know there is some good ones out there but having a good song or creating a good, I don’t wanna say it’s easy but it appears to be easier nowadays. That also falls into the assessment, like I’m not just into hearing rhymes and beats, you know, rhythm and blues, there is a reason why those genres are called that. Blues being the representation of you speaking about your perspective in love and life. I feel that there is little bit of that. There is not a lot, but there are definitely some artists doing that. One that I can think of is Jacob Latimore. I like what he’s doing. He’s flexible as his art. Someone who’s been doing it for a long time. you know, he’s doing TV, he’s doing music, so that’s a young man that I believe will have a really bright future and will be around in the music for the future to come.

If you could collaborate with any of the new artists who would it be?
I think it would be dope to do something with Jaden Smith. I know Jaden has specific type of music that he creates. It would be dope to do something with him.

I met Jaden, he’s a very creative kid. He’s got alot going on especially with MSFTS brand. so yeah, that would be dope.
Yeah he’s lit. yeah that would be dope! yeah Jaden Smith.

Electro hop/Hip House was a big wave in the late 2000s do you see that wave ever coming back in its original form? with the way hip-hop is going these days? what do you think will be some of the obvious sound difference now with trap and emo rap heavily influencing hip-hop?
Facts. yeah, I think House music in its totality has been a separate genre from the mainstream. It’s one of the classes of music that has it’s sprits. You know, It’s been around for so long like you said and things have their re-emerging and like Kanye has a little bit of house in his new music. I love house, by the way, you know and I go dancing frequently so yeah, music always has its re-emergence. It always pops back up, especially when it’s these seeming subcultures, like even afrobeat, that’s been around for a while. So to answer your question, yes, we will all be joined at house music, and house music is great music, its great vibrations. So yeah I’m looking forward to that.

Wow, well coming from you that means alot because I make electronic and house music as well so it feels good to know. Because doesn’t matter the color of your skin, it brings people together. It’s universal.
Ok facts! yeah man, house is on the way.

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Machine Gun Kelly – Hotel Diablo

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It almost feels like this one is flying under the radar, but Machine Gun Kelly delivers his fourth studio effort Hotel Diablo, which sees 14 new tracks and features from Trippie Redd, Lil Skies, Travis Barker and more. Press play on that below.

The Plug – Plug Talk

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This one has a pretty dope backstory: Amsterdam “coffee” shop owner Jack The Plug connected with music engineer Sean D to create the compilation project Plug Talk, which features the many artists that have passed through his establishment. It’s a melding of both the US and UK/Europe, 13 tracks features appearances from YoungBoy Never Broke Again, Tory Lanez, Dappy, Roddy Ricch, Chip, Lil Baby, WSTRN, Gunna, 67 and loads more. Check it out below.

Deepee – Tourist 2

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Following fellow member Inch, Smoke Boys‘ Deepee delivers a new project of his own titled Tourist 2, which follows 2017’s Tourist. The 8-track offering also sees assistance from LD, Yung Fume, M-Way, Young Chencs and — of course — the rest of the Smoke Boys collective. Press play on the Londoner’s latest below.

Devin The Dude – Still Rollin’ Up: Somethin’ To Ride With

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One of the most consistent artists in Hip-Hop music has returned with his tenth album. Check out Devin The Dude‘s new release, the straight-to-the-point Still Rollin’ Up: Somethin’ To Ride With, which sees 12 tracks perfect for your next few hundred smoke sessions. This project really needs little explanation: either you’re hip to Devin’s legacy/catalog or you’re not.

Idris Elba Presents: The Yardie Mixtape

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Those that were already hip to DJ Driis aren’t surprised, but Idris Elba continues to wow his more current Hollywood fanbase with dope tunes to vibe and party to. Following his recent drop, the Kranium and Tanika-assisted “Stand By Me,” and his appearance on Wiley‘s “Boasty” (alongside Sean Paul and Stefflon Don) comes The Yardie Mixtape, which is inspired by the Idris-directed movie of the same name and sees appearances from Chip, Newham Generals, Toddla T, Cadenza and more.

Jaden – ERYS

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After some teaser treats, Jaden finally delivers his sophomore release ERYS, which sees 20 new tracks and appearances from A$AP Rocky (free him, by the way), KiD CuDi, Trinidad James, Tyler, The Creator and sister Willow. Press play below.

03 Greedo & Travis Barker – Meet The Drummers

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03 Greedo continues to deliver quality tunes to the masses during his incarceration. The latest is a dope collaboration with legendary musician Travis Barker titled Meet The Drummers, which sees five new tracks (including the lead single, “Cellout”). Press play on that below.

Westside Gunn – Flygod Is An Awesome God

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The Griselda Records saga continues. From the camp’s latest comes Westside Gunn‘s new album, Flygod Is An Awesome God, which — in addition to the squad, obviously — sees additional appearances from Madlib, Raekwon, Meyhem Lauren, Alchemist and more. Press play below.

Dreamville – Revenge Of The Dreamers III

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Last but not least: J. Cole and his Dreamville collective (Cozz, J.I.D, Ari Lennox, Omen, EarthGang, Bas and Lute) once again come together for the third installment of the highly-rated Revenge Of The Dreamers series. Add in additional assists from Wale, DaBaby, Young Nudy, T.I., Buddy, Smino, Reason and loads more, you have one of the best Hip-Hop compilation to drop in a while. Check it out for yourself below.

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Check out the dates below. Tickets can be found here when they go live.

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* = w/ GoldLink
^ =w/ Jaden Smith
+ = w/ Blood Orange

Aug. 30 – Sept. 1 – Seattle, WA – Bumbershoot Festival
Sept. 2 – Minneapolis, MN – The Armory*^
Sept. 4 – Chicago, IL – Credit Union 1 Arena at UIC*^
Sept. 6 – Toronto, ONT – Scotiabank Arena*^
Sept. 7 – Detroit, MI – Masonic Temple Theatre*^
Sept. 10 – Boston, MA – Agganis Arena*^
Sept. 11 – Laval, QC – Place Bell*^
Sept. 12 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden*^
Sept. 16 – London, UK – O2 Brixton
Sept. 17 – London, UK – O2 Bixton
Sept. 18 – London, UK – O2 Brixton
Sept. 21 – Columbia, MD – Merriweather Post Pavilion*^
Sept. 22 – Columbus, OH – EXPRESS LIVE! Outdoor*^
Sept. 24 – Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE Outdoors*^
Sept. 25 – Philadelphia, PA – Skyline Stage at the Mann*^
Sept. 27 – Orlando, FL – Addition Financial Arena*^
Sept. 28 – Tampa, FL – Yuengling Center*^
Sept. 29 – Miami, FL – AmericanAirlines Arena*^
Oct. 1 – Greensboro, NC – Greensboro Coliseum Special Events Center*+
Oct. 3 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena*+
Oct. 4 – St. Louis, MO – Chaifetz Arena*+
Oct. 5 – Kansas City, MO – Silverstein Eye Centers Arena*+
Oct. 7 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre*+
Oct. 8 – Salt Lake City, UT – Great Saltair*+
Oct. 10 – San Francisco, CA – Bill Graham Civic Auditorium*+
Oct. 12 – Fresno, CA – Selland Arena*+
Oct. 14 – Portland, OR – Veterans Memorial Coliseum*+
Oct. 15 – Vancouver, BC – Pacific Coliseum*+
Oct. 17 – Reno, NV – Reno Events Center*+
Oct. 19 – San Diego, CA – Pechanga Arena*+
Oct. 20 – Glendale, AZ – Gila River Arena*+
Oct. 22 – Austin, TX – Frank Erwin Center*+
Oct. 23 – Dallas, TX – Theatre at Grand Prairie*+
Oct. 26 – Houston, TX – NRG Arena*+

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Jaden announced the EP on Twitter and it definitely lives up to the hype. The project showcases a whole new side to the artist, as he plays with more electronic and trap sounds. Get ready for Jaden to conquer the summer, but for now, stream ERYS IS COMING below.

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Check out the Japan-set clip below.

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By: DylAn

Rapper and creative dylAn has created a lot of buzz for himself with the release of his Woodland Hills EP. Having found previous success with his “Fly” single, he knew it was time to take things to the next level. 

Woodland Hills is the perfect balance of heavy hitting lyrics, fire beats, and raw talent. The feature from Jaden Smith on “Fly” proves that DylAn is ready for the big leagues. His deep tone of voice creates a mature vibe that catches your attention immediately. 

If you love good music you will have a field day with this California native. He does a great job of evoking raw emotion related to loneliness, success and pride. 

California has a winner with this rising superstar! Press play below to stream DylAn’s Woodland Hills EP. 

https://open.spotify.com/album/1GUhOh5LRcBCpVeqoqSA8p?nd=1

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