Chicago native Lupe Fiasco will be performing all the songs from his “Food & Liquor” album live on Thursday, April 15th, starting at 7:00 PM. The performance will broadcast in real time via Future Stream TV.
“Food & Liquor” is Lupe‘s debut studio album, released on September 19, 2006 via the 1st & 15th Entertainment and Atlantic Records. It features production from The Neptunes, Kanye West, Mike Shinoda, Craig Kallman, Prolyfic, Needlz, Soundtrakk and Brandon Howard.
Today, April 2nd, is the 25th anniversary of singer-songwriter Maxwell‘s debut album “Urban Hang Suite.” The record was recorded in 1994 and 1995, then released on April 2nd in 1996 by Columbia Records.
The anniversary is being celebrated with the release of a remastered digital edition, which is now available on all music platforms. Click here to check out the enhanced version.
In mid February the American biographical drama film, Judas and the Black Messiah, which is directed and produced by Shaka King, was released. The movie was accompanied by a stunning soundtrack that features several top-tier hip-hop and R&B artists, namely: Rakim, Nas, H.E.R., Nipsey Hussle, Jay-Z, SiR and others.
Yesterday, April 1st, Nas shared the official video for his track “EPMD.” As he has always done, the legendary MC delivered an impeccable performance with producer Hit-Boy by his side. Click here or on the image above to watch the video and remember to like, comment and share.
On Saturday, April 3rd, dancehall artist I-Octane will hit the stage at the Grand Crystal Ballroom – 7027 Swift street – in Lithonia, Georgia. The Jamaican deejay will be supported by several local talents as well as Copper Ash, Proppa English and DJ Juggla.
Tickets, which are going for $30 USD, can be purchased via eventbrite.
The latest project from Ranch Entertainment, the production company owned by international recording artist Shaggy, is the Kitchen Table Riddim. This is an eight-track dancehall compilation which features Noah Powa, Tony Gold, Assailant, Spice, Bounty Killer and of course Shaggy.
After listening to snippets of the songs, it quickly became obvious that Bounty Killer‘s tune, “Stoplight,” is the stand out track on the project. Killer went hard! His flow, the delivery and lyrics, clearly shows why he remains one of the best artist in dancehall.
If you are into hardcore dancehall, click here to listen to “Stoplight“ and hear for yourself what inspired this article.
On new music Friday, March 26th, Penthouse Records released a brand new reggae single from Canadian artist Exco Levi. The record, which is titled “By Any Means,” can be streamed and downloaded directly from the the label’s newly renovated website.
Wande, born Yewande Isola, is a Nigerian hip-hop artist that is here to inspire. The Austin, Texas native is Reach Record’s first woman artist in the label’s 16 year legacy.
She’s unique as she’s able to effortlessly float between intense raps and beautiful melodic singing, while maintaining a message that expresses her faith.
“My faith is the core of my music. It’s the reason behind what I do and without it my music wouldn’t be the same.”
Her music has a global impact receiving recognition from the likes of Michelle Obama, placing her in her playlist of women who inspired her podcast. To ESPN featuring her music during the NBA, WNBA, and NFL seasons. As well as USA Today recognizing her as a top six Christian hop-hop artist to know.
When it comes to artists making an impact in the hip-hop scene, Wande is a name to note.
