24hrs – Houses On The Hill

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I’d always been f***in’ with 24hrs since he was in the D.C. area going by another name (which found him in some legal trouble). With that said, I’m very happy to see that the Atlanta-based artist has delivered his official debut album titled Houses On The Hill, which sees executive production from Hit-Boy and Ty Dolla $ign (someone who’s been riding for him heavy) and additional appearances from DOM KENNEDY, Vic Mensa, Moneybagg Yo, MadeinTYO, Lil Pump, Smokepurpp, PnB Rock and more. Vibe to it below.

City Girls – Girl Code

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I’ll be honest, I’m just getting to know who the City Girls are. Not that my tardiness makes a difference, as the Miami duo has been setting the streets on fire, even with one of its members currently in prison. Now aligned with Quality Control, City Girls now deliver a new project titled Girl Code, a proper follow-up to their well-received debut PERIOD. Cardi B, Lil Baby and Jacquees provide assistance, but it’s clear that J.T. and Yung Miami have the talent and star power to hold their own.

If you’re late in the game like myself, you can catch up below.

Mike WiLL Made-It – Creed II: The Album

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I know that, once Mike WiLL Made-It took the reigns on the music accompaniment to the forthcoming Creed sequel, that our audio experience would be in good hands. Today, we see that project — Creed II: The Album — come to fruition, which features a plethora of Mike’s usual suspects and more — Lil Wayne, Nas, J. Cole, Vince Staples, Ella Mai, A$AP Rocky, Nicki Minaj, Rick Ross, Rae Sremmurd, Gucci Mane, YG, Gunna and more join in on the fun. Even Creed star Tessa Thompson appears on the tracklist, adding to the all-around effort from the acclaiming Atlanta super-producer. Check it out below.

Big K.R.I.T. – Thrice X

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4eva Is A Mighty Long Time (hell, even Cadillactica) are still in my regular rotation, but I’m always keeping an eye out for new music from Big K.R.I.T. While I am not sure that this is it, fans should be happy to receive a new three-song EP from the Mississippi artist/producer titled Thrice X, which you can stream below. I may need to live with it a bit longer (or, just hold out for that next album).

Anderson .Paak – Oxnard

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This project doesn’t need much setup. Anderson .Paak‘s Oxnard is probably the most anticipated album of this week, and no one’s expecting the Aftermath artist’s new effort to be anything short of amazing. Fronted by the Kendrick Lamar-assisted single “Tints,” this funky number also sees assistance from Pusha T, BJ The Chicago Kid, Q-Tip, J. Cole, Snoop Dogg, (bossman) Dr. Dre and more. Just press play and be hella impressed.

Leikeli47 – Acrylic

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Brooklyn’s own masked artist Leikeli47 is here with a new album titled Acrylic. As with her identity, I don’t know much about the pieces that came together to make this album (although it’s clear DJ Paul had a hand in it), you can expect the same off-kilter, fresh air vibe of Hip-Hop influences this side of M.I.A. and related artists. Walk ins are welcome.

Kirk Knight – IIWII

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In addition to Joey BADASS‘ success, fellow Pro Era comrade Kirk Knight has been (quietly?) killing the game both behind in the boards and in front of the microphone. With that said, the New York multi-talent returns with a new project titled IIWII, which sees 12 new cuts and a single appearance from Lucille Gotti. Enjoy below.

Mariah Carey – Caution

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The fact that Gunna‘s on here is good enough reason to stream at least once. Legendary R&B star Mariah Carey is back with her fifteenth studio album titled Caution, which — in addition to Gunna — sees appearances/production assistance from Blood Orange, Slick Rick, Ty Dolla $ign, Timbaland, Nineteen85, Mustard, Skrillex and more. Stream Mimi’s latest below.

Birdman & Jacquees – Lost At Sea 2

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A couple of years after the original Lost At Sea, Birdman and his more recent Cash Money talent Jacquees deliver the sequel, a 14-track offering that sees additional appearances from Trey Songz and bunch of other artists I’m not yet familiar with. Check out Lost At Sea 2 below.

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NYC based rapper Donmonique premiered her new track “Selfish” exclusively on HNHH earlier today (Friday, May 19th) and its definitely something you need to hear.

Following the release of her Thirst Trap project in 2015, the MC seemingly took a hiatus from dropping content. Here’s what she told HNHH about “Selfish” and her time away:

This song is really just about me. What I’ve been doing, setting the tone straight. I got the name “Selfish” because I feel like that’s exactly how I have to be in this industry and with my whole career. I’ve been quiet for a while but it was all for a reason, nobodies ready for the new music coming.”

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“Selfish” is the first cut off of Donmonique’s upcoming Thirst Trap 2 project set to drop some time this summer.

Listen to the Kirk Knight-produced track below and enjoy.

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Kirk Knight links with his fellow Beast Coast bros Joey Bada$$ and Flatbush Zombies along with Dizzy Wright for his latest track “Good Knight.” The self-produced track almost clocks in at 5 minutes as it should, giving each rapper enough room to flex their verbal muscles. The combination of their styles atop such a gritty yet funky production makes for a strong track.  Try to keep up with the double entendres, intricate wordplay, and interesting imagery by listening below.

“Good Knight” is not a Late Knight Special cut, but we’re still glad to have it. Late Knight Special is set to drop on October 30th.

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Kirk Knight drops off the second single off of Late Knight Special set to drop on October 30th. “Knight Time” is self-produced and features some additional vocals from Mick Jenkins. Let the beat pull you in to the night time, and the bars make you want to stay there by streaming “Knight Time” below.

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The Underachievers  have announced the title of their second album and an upcoming tour. AK The Savior and Issa Gold‘s second studio effort will be titled Evermore – The Art of Duality, and will contain 15 tracks. One track of the 15 will be in our ears on July 10th, the day that they plan to release “Take Your Place.” In addition to the new music the duo is also set to head on tour come October. They will embark on The Forevermore Express World Tour on October 1st in California and will end on December 12th in Paris unless more dates are added. Peep the tour dates below.

US TOUR DATES (* indicates to include Pouya, The Buffet Boys, Kirk Knight, & Bodega Bamz):

October:

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Brooklyn’s Chelsea Reject is quickly making her rounds in the New York region and her new freestyle on Shade45’s Showoff Radio further stakes her claim. The Duck Down MC is fresh off the release of her project CMPLX and continues to promote its debut with these recent bars. Stay tuned to her future moves and come out to her free show alongside Kirk Knight, CJ Fly, Buckshot, and more at the Duck Down BBQ, June 11th.

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Despite rain and cold weather, D.C.’s Broccoli City Fest was on fire!  The festival’s objective is to promote healthier and more environmentally friendly lifestyles in cool and relevant ways. With healthy food truck alternatives, on-site spinning and yoga classes, and a strict recycling policy, Broccoli City Fest did just that.

The festival featured an amazing lineup on its big stage. Virginia songstress, Abir used her soulful sound to bring good vibes to the crowd, while Chicago’s Tink got the crowd turned up, despite the rain. Later, Willow and Jaden Smith brought their energy (and dance moves) to the stage as they performed. Joey BadA$$ started a moshpit as he performed hits from B4.DA.$$ with Kirk Knight and Statik Selektah.

Headliner Erykah Badu closed out the show with Thundercat on the bass. During her set, the songstress transformed into her alter ego DJ Lo Down Loretta Brown and played a plethora of tracks including Tyler, The Creator’s, “Fucking Young/Perfect” and some Outkast to which she shouted over the mic “My baby daddy, Y’all!” Before she left the stage, Erykah gave an awesome DC tribute!

Checkout some photos from Broccoli City Festival below:

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