Arrested Development, one of hip-hop’s most socially conscious ensembles, has kicked off 2025 with the release of a new single called “All I See Is Melanin.” With four different mixes, the track was shared to streaming platforms as an EP on February 7th via Vagabond Productions.

In keeping with their musical brand, “All I See Is Melanin” is another record that celebrates and highlights the beauty (physical, mental, and spiritual) of the Black community. Click here or on the image above to download “All I See Is Melanin” from your preferred music store.

MC Lyte, one of the pioneers of female rap, will be going on tour in mid-February to support her latest album, “1 of 1.” The seventeen-track project was shared in September 2024 via My Block Inc., and it features collaborations with a slew of artists: JoiStaRR, Stevie Wonder, Common, Warryn Campbell, Lil Mama, and others.

The tour will start on February 13 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and as of this writing, will wrap up on March 16 in Lansing, Michigan. For the complete schedule, visit mclytenow.com.

“Sing Into The Sky,” track #12 on Talib Kweli‘s latest album, “The Confidence of Knowing,” done in collaboration with J. Rawls, now has some visuals. The rapper uploaded the clip, which was shot by Chino Chase, to his YouTube channel on January 27.

“Sing Into The Sky” is a soulful rap song that also features Solene and Niko Is. The record acknowledges the power of music and celebrates those who are committed to creating it. Click here or on the image above to check out the video, and remember to like, comment, and share.

Hip-hop artist Lupe Fiasco will work as a visiting professor at Johns Hopkins University, Peabody Institute for the 2025 Fall season. He will teach rap as a part of the school’s new 4-year hip-hop degree program, which is being headed by professor and musical artist Wendel Patrick.