[embedded content]Subscribe to TheBoombox on DJ Envy is the co-host of the Power 105.1’s popular syndicated radio show The Breakfast Club, but he’s also a notable hip-hop producer. On Thursday (Aug. 10), he premiered his new single “Text Ur Number” featuring Fetty Wap and DJ Sliink. Produced by Esentrik and Envy, it’s a club banger […]
Roc Nation Chicago’s reemergence as a breeding ground for rap talent may have been spurred in large part by the city’s patented drill sound, however, its extended presence on the national stage has been more the product of artists that would rather heal their hometown than glorify the violence that engulfs it. Vic Mensa, an […]
MF Doom is undoubtedly one of the most enigmatic figures in hip-hop. On Monday (Aug. 7), the supervillain came out of hiding to announce that he’s a presenting a 15-week song series called “The Missing Notebook Rhymes.” The first single from the series is “Notebook 00 – Negus” featuring the late and great Sean Price. […]
Slaughter Gang LLC / Epic Records When the 2016 XXL Freshman Class was revealed to the world in June of last year, one of the most unfamiliar faces to grace the cover was likely 21 Savage. Mainstream hip-hop fans were surely in the know when it came to picks like Anderson .Paak, Desiigner and Lil […]
The Other People’s Money Company / Interscope A stint in jail can throw off an artist’s entire career but luckily for Los Angeles native Jay 305, the setback was inspiration for his comeback, which is detailed on his debut album, Taking All Bets. This new LP lets listeners know more about the West Coast new […]
Roc Nation When one of the great musical icons of all-time decides to release an album, the occasion is sure to manufacture equal amounts anticipation and expectation. This has been a formality JAY-Z has gone through for much of his career, and continues to do so with the release of his 13th studio album, 4:44. […]
[embedded content]Subscribe to TheBoombox on G-Eazy is a busy guy. On Wednesday (Aug. 2), the Oakland rhymer released not one, not two, not three, but four brand new tracks. G-Eazy teams up with Jadakiss on the anthemic “Get a Bag” where they boast about securing the bag and living a rockstar lifestyle. On “Nothing Wrong,” […]
[embedded content]Subscribe to TheBoombox on After releasing his breakout hit “Water” and securing a spot on XXL’s 2017 Freshman Class, Ugly God is ready to get his shine on. On Monday (July 31), the Houston rhymer dropped “No Lies” featuring Wiz Khalifa. On the song, Ugly God and Wizzy boast about their wealth, street cred […]
Bad Boy/Epic Few rappers have mastered the art of remaining omnipresent quite like French Montana. The Moroccan sensation out of the South Bronx has come a long way since his humble beginnings as a DVD peddler, evolving into a bonafide rap star while gradually building his Cocaine City empire into one of the strongest movements […]
Cardi B‘s rap career is on the rise thanks to her latest single, “Bodak Yellow.” The reality star-turned rapper catches another lick with D.R.A.M.’s infectious single for “Cute.” The catchy single features D.R.A.M. trying to seduce Cardi who turns him down with her brutally honest lyrics. “Oh you think I’m cute, but I think you ugly,” […]
