Wale wants to make sure you don’t forget his name at all, having already dropped one other single earlier today. His second offering comes in the form of a remix to his hit single, “Bad.” Replacing Tiara Thomas on this updated version is Rihanna, who offers up her talents on the chorus as well as a few bars here and there. Check out the track above and make sure to cop Wale’s The Gifted when it drops on June 25th.
Rick Ross and his Maybach Music Group are gearing up to release their third ensemble album (in as many years) this summer with Self Made Vol. 3. Becoming a staple of the season now, Ross has churned out these records year after year in order to stay on top of the game. It’s been a brilliant strategy that’s kept him at the forefront of our minds, and it’s also helped make household names out of guys like Meek Mill and Wale. The first single from the project comes today from the latter who changes things up a bit with “Poor Decisions.” While we’re not used to hearing Rozay on a more conscious tip (maybe he’s changed his ways since that whole “Molly” incident), that happens to be Lupe Fiasco‘s forte, who proves to be a perfect feature for this new track. Check out the Jake One produced cut below and let us hear your thoughts.
Wale is steady on his grind for his upcoming third solo album The Gifted. While his infectious single “Bad” is still climbing the charts and staying on constant rotation on the radio, he takes to the webs this week to release a new track “LoveHate Thing”. The MMG rapper returns to the mellow vibe as he spits over a soulful Dew, Stokley, and Tone P. beat. Speaking on the trials of making it big and losing the ones you grew up with in your hometown to jealousy, Wale continues to show his vulnerable side with this latest release. This track is definitely another solid effort from the DC native and is sure to get him some placement on the charts. Wale’s The Gifted is set to drop on June 25th.
What up y’all? The Hip-Hop Dojo is back for round 3 and ready to bring you an onslaught of new hip-hop music. This week was dominated by Harry Fraud and Peter Rosenberg. With Rosenberg dropping his New York Renaissance mixtape today, we were provided with a slew of great releases from some of The Big Apple’s best and brightest young emcees. The intro to the tape, is also the first collaboration between Joey Bada$$ and Harry Fraud. “Day In The Life” showcases that throwback flow that Joey and his Pro Era crew have been perfecting since they first entered the game. On the next track from the compilation, Queens collective, World’s Fair, revive the gritty spirit of the ’96 Knicks, harkening back to the heated rivalry between two of the NBA’s toughest squads of the late 90’s. The last single from the tape is Action Bronson‘s “Compliments 2 The Chef” where he spits a few bars about his favorite subject: exquisite food. Anyone else think a remix with Raekwon is in order for this one?
Speaking of New York, we’ve included a nice little project from Jay Shell that all you hip-hop heads will definitely enjoy. Taking quotes from various rap songs about specific spots in NYC, Jay Shell then posted those quotes as signs around the city in the exact locations mentioned. It’s a pretty neat idea that really connects you with the artists and the meaning behind their lyrics. Check out the video after the playlist.
Before we even get to New York though, we have to travel through Chicago. While Martin $ky tries to capture his memories in the form of a “Polaroid,” SaveMoney‘s Sterling Hayes recruits D2G and Kembe X to reflect on some of their own. We then take a brief detour to the Southwest, to visit a “Church” in “West Texas” as Austin native M.I and Blu reveal their struggles with faith. Next up, we have a great new track from California’s Audio Push, who sample the most badass quote of all time, from the greatest show on television, Breaking Bad.
Our next two tracks may have the illest beats to be featured on here this week. The first of these comes in the form of Smith‘s “Don Sh*t”. Smith, who may want to consider using with a more distinctive moniker, absolutely murders the Woodro Skillson (now that’s an awesome name) produced cut alongside Maffew Ragazino. Following that up, we have a dope, chilled-out track from Al-Fatir , where he describes to us the life of a “Man From The Sky.” We also have “Bubble Gum Blues,” a Mac Miller produced cut that features Top Dawg’s Ab-Soul trading bars with Young Money’s Short Dawg. Making his third appearance in the Dojo, is King Chip, with the grimy new track, “Heinous.” At this point, we might as well just give him a key to the building. We’ll have to see if he keeps his streak going next week.
As we approach the home stretch, we decided to take a turn a more “fun” approach towards the remainder of our selections. Wale‘s freestyle over the group’s “Sight of the Sun” definitely fits the bill, and is a refreshing break from the MMG dynamic we’ve been hearing from the DMV native lately. Sol‘s “Dope” is a light and airy track that definitely lives up to its name. Next up, we have Outasight‘s “Remember Me” which is a smooth leftover from his debut album, Nights Like These. Finally, we wrap things up with a two-for-one with Honors English‘s “Insanity Plea Pt. 1 & 2.” Honors English describes life as an artist with integrity and consequently, an outsider looking in. What originally sold me on the track is the incredible lyrics video, which is definitely a must watch.
I hope you guys enjoyed the third edition of The Hip-Hop Dojo. As always, send all submissions and suggestions over to baseer@themusicninja.com.
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Ever since Drake found commercial, critical, and industry success off his mixtape So Far Gone, artists have made the production and content of the mixtape just as important as the album release. Following suit, DMV rapper Wale‘s mixtapes have become a seasonal gift that most fans wait for with anticipation. In some cases, the mixtape is even better than the future-LP. Considering that earlier in his career Wale’s mixtapes dropped single after single (“Nike Boots”, “Chillin”, and “Guilty Pleasure”), there is no surprise that the MMG emcee would capitalize on this recent phenom.
After releasing his latest mixtape Forlarin, Wale repackages and pushes forth the smooth “Bad” as he new single. The Kelson and Tiara Thomas production makes this tune a bed-room friendly joint. Complete with Thomas’ sultry vocals on the hook, acoustic guitar, squeaking beat, and Wale’s smooth lyrics, this track about just searching for the just the physical connection a catchy single.
With his upcoming mixtape just a day away, Virginia-bred Pusha T drops off a dope single with D.C.’s own Wale. While most of Push’s music as of late has held a heavy and aggressive traphouse feel, he slows things down on “Only You Can Tell It” with a laid back, but piercing, track dedicated to those he feels envy his success. Both emcees showcase their styles on this one complementing each other perfectly in the process. Check it below and look for his free tape, Wrath of Caine, here at TMN tomorrow!
