NEW ISH!!! T.I. is finally out of jail and he didn't waste any time dropping some new heat for the streets. "I'm Back" sounds a lot like something that would have come off of the T.I. vs. T.I.P.or Paper Trail albums but that's defintiely not a bad thing. It's classic T.I. and something that's been missing from Hip Hop for a minute now. I have a feeling he'll be taking over Hip Hop again, ASAP!
T.I. - "I'm Back"
Although I wish he would stop yelling stupid shit like "We the Best!" all over his tracks in his whiny ass voice, I do have to admit that DJ Khaled makes some hot ass songs. He continues to get some of the best talent in Hip Hop to jump on his tracks while producing some of the hottest beats around. That's a winning formula right there.
"All I Do Is Win" is definitely no exception to the rule. I didn't think it was that great of a song when I first heard it a few weeks ago but it has definitely grown on me. The beat is hot as shit and Khaled was able to get Ludacris, Rick Ross & Snoop Dogg to all drop a verse with T-Pain on the hook. DAMN!
DJ Khaled - "All I Do Is Win" ft. T-Pain, Ludacris, Rick Ross & Snoop Dogg 
I haven't downloaded a copy of DJ Khaled's Victory yet but I'm pretty sure I will be checking it out sometime soon. Even though he pisses me off, I always end up liking what he puts together for his albums, You just have to block out his bullshit. Every song I've heard from the album so far has been on point.
Here's a sick ass video for another track from the album called "Put Your Hands Up" ft. Schife, Young Jeezy & Rick Ross
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I'm kind of surprised Drake chose a song like "Over" as the first single from his new album Thank Me Later. I think the track is decent but it's not what I would expect a fairly new artist to lead a record with since it's not very radio friendly or uptempo.
I wasn't even feeling "Over" at first but I gave it a few more listens, paid closer attention to the lyrics and now I'm starting to come around. I appreciate a song that grows on you more than a song that sounds hot at first but you quickly get sick of it which is most of the garbage you hear these days. I think this is a track that could have some longevity because it's something you will want to listen to over and over again. It might be a slow burner up the charts but it might also stick around for awhile.
I guess Drake feels confident with his selection because he already has a huge fan base and they are just feenin' for some new material from him. At this point, it doesn't even matter what he releases as the first single because it's going to sell regardless.
It's actually kind of cool that he can release whatever he feels is the best song as the first single and not have to be a slave to radio or record sales. I can definitely appreciate that. It used to be like that back in the day and it's what Hip Hop needs to get back to in the future. Unfortunately, I'm afraid that will never happen since it's all about the singles these days with iTunes and other online music stores.
Drake's Thank Me Later is currently set to drop March 30th, 2010.
B.o.B. has to be one of the best and most creative rappers out right now. He doesn't stick to the status quo and he just continues to make good music, regardless of whether it fits with the current state of Hip Hop or not. He mixes all types of genres from Rock, Blues, Soul and R&B and mixes it up to create his own version of Hip Hop. You gotta love his originality. Dude even plays the guitar and sings! Check this apperance with DJ Green Lantern on Sirius' Hip Hop Nation. DOPE!
His new track "Not Love" is definitely more serious than most singles you'll hear these days and that is probably why it sticks out. It reminds me of the days when artists would release good songs instead of what would sell or sound good on the radio. This is just a dope track all around.
His official first single "Nothing On You" featuring Bruno Mars has been climbing up the charts and is finally starting to get some serious radio play. This dude needs to get some shine because he's got some serious talent. I'd really like to see him blow up and this might be the single that helps him do it.
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It's been a long time coming but his debut album The Adventures Of Bobby Ray is due out April 27th. I can't wait to pick up a copy. This kid is legit...
DjRyB.com - Addicted to Sneakers, Sports, Hip Hop and Gadgets
Damn! Another video already? Luda is definitely motivated these days. He's already dropping "My Chick Bad" as the second single from the new Battle of the Sexes album and it doesn't even drop until March 9th. He'll show you how to do this, son!
Luda sounds rejuvenated and sharper than ever. He's always been one of my favorite rappers because of his witty and humorous lyrics and I'm definitely looking forward to hearing what kind of heat he's got on this new one.
Ludacris Ft. Nicki Minaj - "My Chick Bad"
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This is a crazy new track from Snoop Dogg ft. Kid Cudi called "That Tree". I was not expecting a collaboration between these two dudes but it definitely came out nice. I thought Cudi stole the show on the hook and his first verse but then Snoop came correct and and killed it on the next verse. To top it all off, Diplo produced the killer beat which makes it an even crazier collabo. Just dope shit all around! This one definitely deserves to be put on heavy rotation.
"That Tree" is from the More Malice: Deluxe Album & Movie which is dropping on March 23rd.
This is a re-release of the Malice N Wonderland album which will include 7 brand new tracks and a movie. I was a dumbass and downloaded the CLEAN version of Malice N Wonderland the first time around so I will definitely be copping this.
Snoop Dogg Feat. Kid Cudi "That Tree"
If you still haven't bought Wale's Attention Deficit you should make that happen ASAP. It's still one of the best Hip Hop albums of the past year and it's one of those albums that gets better with every listen. My favorite track currently just happens to be the latest single from the album:
