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Too $hort-Inspired ‘Freaky Tales’ Movie Drops First Trailer - Blackout Hip Hop
(hiphopdx.com) The Too $hort-narrated film Freaky Tales starring Pedro Pascal, Normani and more has officially released its first trailer. Inspired by $hort Dog’s 1987 single of the same name, the action-comedy film follows four interconnected stories set in the rapper’s hometown of Oakland in ’87. As the logline describes, it’s a “multi-track mixtape of colorful
Preach The Rič’ Ponovno u Šibeniku 15. i 16. Kolovoza - Blackout Hip Hop
Preach The RIČ Festival najavljuje svoje treće izdanje za 15. i 16. kolovoza 2025. na Martinskoj u Šibeniku. Ovaj festival postao je prava hip-hop oaza u općoj suši glazbenih događanja posvećenih tom glazbenom žanru. Šibenik je poznat po svojoj živopisnoj kulturnoj sceni, kao i po bogatoj povijesti hip-hop kulture koja se u tom gradu njeguje
DJ Nasty Nes has Passed Away - Blackout Hip Hop
DJ Nasty Nes, co-founder of Nastymix Records and Sir Mix-A-Lot's original DJ, has unfortunately passed away, aged 60. Born as Nestor Rodriguez, DJ Nasty Nes is hailed as the man with the first West Coast radio show devoted exclusively to Hip-Hop. His "Fresh Tracks" started airing on Seattle's K-Fox 1250 AM radio in 1981. He
Jonny Empire – Day Job - Blackout Hip Hop
Jonny Empire goes for the jugular on "Day Job," spitting heavyweight bars over HooksArthur’s pounding production. The New Vegas Films visuals, shot at BK’s Donutshop Studios, match the track’s hard-hitting energy. No gimmicks, no shortcuts—just pure rap mastery. This is hip-hop in its rawest form.
J.PERIOD Presents DILLA SOUL [Remix EP] - Blackout Hip Hop
J.PERIOD Presents… DILLA SOUL [Remixes], a re-imagining of De La Soul classics over re-mastered J Dilla gems, featuring exclusive new edits and Native Tongue icons, including: De La Soul, Jungle Brothers, A Tribe Called Quest, Black Sheep, Common, MF DOOM, Black Thought and more!! Exclusive artwork by: Dan Lish. NEW!! J.PERIOD Presents... DILLA SOUL [Remix
Drink Champs w/ Vybz Kartel - Blackout Hip Hop
Vybz Kartel, the undisputed king of dancehall, pulls up on Drink Champs for a legendary convo, breaking down his rise, his impact, and why he still runs the game. From his early days grinding in Jamaica to becoming a global icon, Kartel keeps it real about the struggles, the wins, and the system that tried
Pre-order ‘Independent As F*** – Underground Hip-Hop From 1995-2005’ - Blackout Hip Hop
(grownuprap.com) The book Independent as F*** – Underground Hip-hop From 1995-2005 by Grown Up Rap Editor Ben Pedroche is available for pre-order now (worldwide shipping). ORDER BY FEBRUARY 13 TO GET YOUR COPY EARLY AND HAVE YOUR NAME LISTED IN THE BOOK! For a glorious ten-year period from 1995 to 2005, hip-hop music received a
Kendrick Lamar’s Not Like Us Has A Surprising Health Benefit - Blackout Hip Hop
(huffingtonpost.co.uk) Kendrick Lamar won the coveted Grammy’s award for Song of the Year with his impeccable diss track Not Like Us — a track that exploded into the music scene last summer as Kendrick took aim at fellow rapper Drake. Now, the American Heart Association (AHA) has revealed on social media that the song can
Diamond D – My DJ Spits Betta Than U - Blackout Hip Hop
Hip-hop heads, take note! Diamond D keeps the culture alive with "My DJ Spits Betta Than U", a masterclass in beats, bars, and turntable wizardry. Featuring Kid Capri, Da Inphamus Amadeuz & DJ Doo Wop, this track and video is a true DJ showcase, blending sharp cuts and classic boom-bap energy. The latest video—helmed by
Celebrating The Legacy Of Irv Gotti - Blackout Hip Hop
In this special episode, BET honored Irv Gotti, the visionary founder of Murder Inc. Records, whose groundbreaking influence reshaped the worlds of hip-hop and R&B. Through exclusive interviews, rare archival footage, and insider stories, episode dives deep into his remarkable journey, celebrating his lasting impact on music, culture, and storytelling. Don’t miss this tribute to
Coast Contra – 08 Obama (The Table) - Blackout Hip Hop
The outstanding Hip-Hop quartet, Coast Contra, rocks the house once again, bringing out a new video for "08 Obama." It's bars all around, as they let loose super-charged rhymes, full of raw energy and incredible wordplay. "08 Obama" is a part of "In Case You Forgot," their new collaborative project with the renowned Canadian-born producer,
Hrvatska Hip-Hop Povijest Ukratko: Phat Phillie i Slavin Balen u Emisiji ‘Kod Nas Doma’ - Blackout Hip Hop
Uoči izložbe "Memory Lane - 40 Godina Hip-Hopa", čija će se premijera održati 25. veljače, Phat Phillie kao njen kreator i Slavin Balen kao njegov mentor iz najranijih dana gostovali su u HRT-ovoj emisiji 'Kod Nas Doma' i ukratko prošli kroz neke od najvažnijih trenutaka koji su obilježili rođenje i razvitak hip-hopa u Hrvatskoj. Kao
Redman & Method Man – Lalala (Video) - Blackout Hip Hop
Redman continues to add to his critically acclaimed, long-awaited album, "Muddy Waters Too." "Lalala," the very welcome reunion with Method Man, got an accompanying music video. The duo brings us good vibes, both in the video and the song, as they expertly do their thing. This is the fifth song from "Muddy Waters Too" that
Lil Aiden – COCO (Album Stream) - Blackout Hip Hop
After the heavy promotion of the upcoming album throughout the last year, especially with the all-out banger "LABIA Y MIEL", the Spanish-born MC Lil Aiden finally got out with her second studio project called "COCO". Apart of the mentioned single, most of the album flows in a more laid-back and somewhat dark fashion, largely influenced
Cymarshall Law & Slimline Mutha – Never None - Blackout Hip Hop
Cymarshall Law and Slimline Mutha are out with some new tunes. "Never None" showcases Law's lyrical capabilities and competitive energy, as he fires away battle-oriented rhymes, aiming straight for his opponent's heads. The accompanying sci-fi styled video also serves as a trailer to "Solo," an upcoming videogame in which Cymarshall voices the main character.
6 Hours of The Best “Yo! MTV Raps” Moments - Blackout Hip Hop
Hip-Hop fans are in for a real treat. A huge compilation of some of the best moments from the iconic "Yo! MTV Raps" show has been made available online. Take a trip back in time and revisit moments with Big Daddy Kane, N.W.A., Queen Latifah, The Fresh Prince, and many more. The compilation's runtime
The Musalini & DJ Skizz – The Pierre Hotel (Album Stream) - Blackout Hip Hop
The Musalini and DJ Skizz join forces to deliver "The Pierre Hotel," a brand new joint project. Throughout its 10 tracks, plenty of game is dropped; all carefully placed amid dope lyrics which are breezing through the grimy rhythms of Skizz's production. Guest appearances on the project include Smoke DZA, Planet Asia, and Fashawn.
BET Presents: For the Love of Hip Hop - Blackout Hip Hop
"For the Love of Hip Hop" is a brand new, original production by BET, that captures the rich history of Hip-Hop culture. Legendary artists like Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, Warren G, Roxanne Shanté, T.I., and many more, provide their input for the documentary, discussing the personal significance of the beloved culture, and the moments they
Stylistic Murder x Masta Ace x Cam One – Just Another Day - Blackout Hip Hop
A production team from Dublin, Stylistic Murder, has served up a fresh tune. They've teamed up with Masta Ace and Cam One for "Just Another Day." It's a lyrical masterclass, with both Masta and Cam laying down deep words about the everyday struggle in our society. Wax100 is behind the track's slick scratches.
Cavalier & Child Actor – Dassit (Preservation Remix) - Blackout Hip Hop
The well versed DJ, Preservation, has done a remix of Cavalier's 2024 song, "Dassit." The song originally appeared on "CINE," a collab album by Cavalier and Child Actor, released in November. Preservation gave the song a jazzy, soulful sound, mellowing out the drums and putting gorgeous saxophone notes at the forefront. You can also
Stoposto x Imsa – Dušman Freestyle - Blackout Hip Hop
Sarajevski MC Stoposto ne gubi vrijeme; u siječnju 2025. godine objavio je pjesmu “DUŠMAN FREESTYLE” kojom najavljuje izdanje “EP DUŠMAN”. Za pulsirajući ritam zaslužan je britanski producent Prodbylxcid koji je asistirao reperu Fredu u osvajanju prvog mjesta Official Charts hip-hop/r’n’b liste u Velikoj Britaniji. Potpuno posvećen kreativnom procesu, Stoposto je odgovoran za montažu videouratka i
Spekt – Ti Ga Bate Pretera - Blackout Hip Hop
Ravno iz Niša nam stižu svježi, žestoki Hip-Hop ritmovi. Na "Ti Ga Bate Pretera", Spekt je objasnio neke stvari i bez dlake na jeziku prozvao nemoralne individualce koji stavljaju moć i profit iznad dobrobiti društva. Za tvrdi beat je zaslužan dugogodišnji Niški producent, Stone Cutta.
Irv Gotti Has Passed Away at The Age of 54 - Blackout Hip Hop
Producer and Murder Inc. co-founder, Irv Gotti, has unfortunately passed away on February 5th, 2025, aged 54. The cause of death remains unconfirmed at this moment, although it was known he battled health problems after suffering a stroke in 2024. Irv Gotti, born Irving Domingo Lorenzo Jr., founded Murder Inc. in 1998 as an imprint
Nk Profeta – INDÍGENA - Blackout Hip Hop
Venezuelan hip-hop legend Nk Profeta opens 2025 with some serious tribal vibes, both instrumentally and lyrically, with the track "INDÍGENA" that travels all the way back to 1498. With the help of artificial intelligence and two aborigines of the Pemón ethnic group, the created video is recreating the Canaima National Park how it looked in
Vano – Zaboravi - Blackout Hip Hop
Kad se pojaviš u ekipi kao najmlađi oduvijek je bilo nepisano pravilo da se upravo taj mora najviše i iskazati. Nikad na to ranije nisam posmatrao tako, ali kako postajem stariji sve više primjećujem da na optimistične i nadobudne klince reagiram s onim klasičnim gatekeeping bulšitom "what'choo got there, kid?". Ono što ne zaboravljam, kada
Skratch Bastid’s Record of The Week: Kal Banx & SiR – MOB - Blackout Hip Hop
One of the best turntablists out there, Canada's Skratch Bastid, is back with a new edition of his "Record of The Week" series. This time, the record in the spotlight is "MOB," by Kal Banx and SiR. Enjoy the track alongside Skratch Bastid's infectious energy, and admire his unprecedented skills on the turntables.
Mazzi & S.O.U.L. Purpose – Pomegranate Juice (Album Stream) - Blackout Hip Hop
Long-time collaborators, Mazzi and S.O.U.L. Purpose team up again for a banging new project, "Pomegranate Juice." An Iranian theme is present throughout the project, mostly notable in sample choices, as well as the album's artwork and titles of the songs. Some of the guest appearances on the album include Poet Ali, Abnormal, and Pardis. All
Čonda, Tomi, Sky, Mrzlee, EVil, Dioniz, Leksem, Pero, Vuki Luciano – Masna Repchuga Session #1 - Blackout Hip Hop
Nakon odličnog "Karaža Cyphera" o kojem smo pričali neki dan, po inicijativi repera Čonde i Mrzlog pokrenut je još jedan cypher projekt po imenu "Masna Repchuga Session". Službeno je najavljen kao prvi po redu te plan je da će svakog posljednjeg dana u mjesecu izlaziti po jedan i tako do kraja godine. S ovim sessionom
Mučenička Grupa – Ima Svega - Blackout Hip Hop
Otkako sam počeo aktivno pratiti Edbu i njegovu fenomenalnu original boom bap produkciju u jednom sam se momentu zapitao hoće li se kad ovaj sarajevski beat maker udružiti s bosanskim rap legendama Mučeničkom Grupom. I evo, kako na ovome svijetu stvarno ima svega, tako se dogodila i ova kombinacija te mogu reći da nisam uopće
Erick The Architect Live Performance – On The Radar - Blackout Hip Hop
The imaginative Erick The Architect of Flatbush Zombies visited "On The Radar" for an energetic live performance. This showcase highlights his lyrical depth and dynamic stage presence, further solidifying his reputation as a complex artist. He provided a rendition of "Ezekiel's Wheel" and "Denise's Last Son." Both songs appear on his latest album, "I've
Queen Herawin x Apathy x Mickey Factz – Manifest - Blackout Hip Hop
Queen Herawin's latest track, "Manifest," features lively guest appearances by Apathy and Mickey Factz. Produced by Supastition, the song showcases the trio's lyrical prowess and individual styles. "Manifest" is due to appear on Queen Herawin's upcoming project, "Awaken The Sleeping Giant."
Das EFX & DJ Premier – Bad News (DJ Rondevu Blend) - Blackout Hip Hop
DJ Rondevu, the official DJ of the legendary NYC group, Das EFX, has released a dope new blend. He combined the vocals of "Alright", the 12th track on Das EFX's 1995 album, "Hold It Down," with the DJ Premier-produced "Bad Name" instrumental.
‘Madvillainy Demos’ Now Available On Spotify (And On Vinyl) - Blackout Hip Hop
In the early days of the digital era when CD's were still a huge thing, artists and record companies were still adjusting to the new technology and also trends that came with it. One of the bad trends was heavy leakage of studio projects that were still in the making, and Madvillain's "Madvillainy" was no
Dave East & aarabMuzik – Roll Up (Video) - Blackout Hip Hop
Dave East & aarabMUZIK treat their fans with a new music video for their joint, "Roll Up." On the track, the seasoned emcee eloquently explains a couple of things, while gliding through the haunting rhythms of aarab's instrumental. The song appears on "Living Proof," a collaborative album by Dave and aarab, released back in November.