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[NEW] Justin Timberlake – Cabaret (Feat. Drake) (Prod. Timbaland) + Full Album Stream

Posted by Baseer Ahmad - September 23, 2013

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Cabaret Feat. Drake

Justin Timberlake‘s The 20/20 Experience 2 of 2 will be hitting shelves next Monday, and just like last time, JT has partnered with iTunes to provide fans with an early glimpse for free in order to prepare for its release. One of the most anticipated tracks from the album was easily “Cabaret,” alongside Drake. The single features two talented artists who have thoroughly dominated the charts throughout their careers, linking up for the very first time. Just as you may have expected, “Cabaret” does include an appearance from R&B Drizzy; however, it’s a pretty minor cameo compared to the minute long verse where the Toronto native spits game the way only he knows how.

The full album stream for JT’s The 20/20 Experience 2 of 2 can be found here, while Drake’s Nothing Was The Same will be in stores tomorrow.

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[NEW] Drake – Pound Cake / Paris Morton Music 2 (Feat. Jay-Z)

Posted by Baseer Ahmad - September 16, 2013

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Pound Cake / Paris Morton Music 2 (Feat. Jay-Z)

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As I’m sure most of you know by now, Drake‘s album has already managed to spring a leak (so I guess some things are still the same after all). Instead of boring you with our initial impressions of the project though, we’ve decided to give you a little taste for yourself, starting off with some “Pound Cake,” the closing track from the new record. Billed as a sequel to “Paris Morton Music” (aka Drake’s verse from “Aston Martin Music“), the elaborate single features a heavily anticipated verse from Jay-Z, who fits right in over the soulful, yet spectral instrumental. The distinctive track serves as a reflective moment for both emcees, while a vocal sample of Wu-Tang Clan‘s “C.R.E.A.M.” reminds us what the main essence of the song really is.

We’re curious to see how you guys think this stacks up against their previous collaboration, “Light Up,” from Drake’s debut album, Thank Me Later. In our opinion, this song might represent the best material we’ll hear from Drizzy in 2013, but for those of you willing to wait to find out, make sure to grab a pre-order of Nothing Was The Same, in stores on September 24th.

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[Video] Drake – Too Much (Feat. Sampha) (Live on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon)

Posted by Baseer Ahmad - September 14, 2013

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Too Much (Feat. Sampha)

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Drake took the stage last night on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon in order to promote his upcoming third studio release, Nothing Was The Same. Instead of performing one of his many singles he’s already released however, Drizzy decided to premiere a brand new track, “Too Much” alongside Sampha. Dedicating the performance to his friends and family, Drizzy remained calm in front of the mic as the piano melody rolled to a start, with Sampha commanding attention with his gorgeous vocals. Drake seized control not soon after, delivering a savvy verse that exuded confidence and put on display his lyrical dexterity.

It may seem like a pretty bold statement to make after one performance, but this has to be the best song to be released from Nothing Was The Same yet (it’s definitely an improvement over that “Wu-Tang Forever” track at the very least). Look out for Drake’s album when it drops on September 24th, and peep the jump to watch him play charades with Jimmy Fallon, Black Thought, and Scarlett Johansson, because why not?

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[R&B] The Weeknd – Live For (Feat. Drake)

Posted by Baseer Ahmad - August 20, 2013

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Live For (feat. Drake)

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Do you “Live For” new music from The Weeknd? No? Well then, you have some time to sort out your priorities as you listen to his latest single, featuring Toronto cohort, Drake. Over some cascading percussion and gossamery strings, the pair describe exactly what it is that keeps them breathing (hint: if you’ve listened to any Drake song in the past, you should pretty much know the standard answers already). This may not be our favorite single off of Kiss Land, but we’re still looking forward to the album’s release on September 10th.

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[NEW] Drake – Hold On, We’re Going Home (Feat. Majid Jordan)

Posted by Baseer Ahmad - August 6, 2013

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Hold On, We're Going Home feat. Majid Jordan

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While many fans believe Drake‘s style has gotten a bit stale over time, he’s shown a willingness to experiment recently as he prepares for the release of Nothing Was The Same. “Hold On, We’re Going Home” features Drake going in to full R&B mode, but rather than droning on about his ex-girls for the millionth time, Drizzy opts for a much more upbeat, 80’s influenced pop melody. The throwback tune provides us with a refreshing change of pace from Drake’s typical material without sounding too out of place in his vast library. “Hold On, We’re Going Home” represents the perfect way to wrap up a late night out on the town, and adds yet another anthem to the Toronto native’s repertoire. Look out for Nothing Was The Same when it drops on September 17th.

[NEW] Drake – All Me (Feat. 2 Chainz & Big Sean)

Posted by Baseer Ahmad - August 1, 2013

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All Me feat. 2 Chainz & Big Sean

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While many of us out there were sleeping (I know I was), Drake decided to drop this bomb on us seemingly out of nowhere (which is pretty much the norm for him these days). Drizzy must’ve been in a generous mood last night, hooking us up with a free download of his latest single featuring 2 Chainz & Big Sean. Given the title of the song (and the parties involved), it’s probably not too difficult to ascertain that the minimalistic trap anthem is brimming with braggadocious rhymes and self indulgent lyrics. We’d like to say this will be featured on Nothing Was The Same, but you can never be too sure with Drake. Look for the album when it drops on September 17th.

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[Remix] Drake – Girls Love Beyonce (SBTRKT Edit)

Posted by Ash El Gamal - July 18, 2013

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Girls Love Beyonce (SBTRKT Edit)

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Since his debut album blew fans and bloggers away back in 2011, SBTRKT has been relatively quiet in terms of releasing new music. Today, the U.K.-based producer blesses the interwebs with his original take on Drake‘s “Girls Love Beyonce.” This brief rework departs refreshingly from the original with mesmerizing percussion and warped, incomprehensible vocals demonstrating the artist’s unique style and attention to musical subtleties.

This is the kind of track that will only grow on you with multiple listens as its intricacy becomes more evident and beautiful with every spin. See for yourself above and be on the look out for new music from SBTRKT.