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INSIGHT ON DROCOLE: A RISING HIP HOP ARTIST FROM THE BUSHES

By: NasheKelz on 5/09/2018 / comment : 0 Entertainment, hip hop, Latest, news

DroCole a hip hop artist from Juliasdale, a small resort town in Nyanga, Zimbabwe . He was born on January 6, 1996 at Concession hospital, Concession, Zimbabwe.

DroCole started his musical journey in 2011 as a ghost writer. In 2013 he recorded his first single track, however due to financial constraints and the fact that he was still schooling he failed to balance his obligations and would later that same year decide to pursue music full time. DroCole attended Ellis Robins Boys’ High in Mabelreign, Harare to acquire his secondary education.

The rapper gained his inspirational waves and confidence from the complimentary views that were glued to his musical works. People would pass positive remarks such as "you killed it” after listening to his music, particularly due to his energetic and aggressive style of delivery so he began calling himself the “archetype deadly rapper.” He was convinced that no one out there sounded like him. DroCole has released a chain of singles, worked with a number of fellow upcoming artists and producers like Fun. F, Quazor, Tha Kanivore, Splits Loui and C. Bleech from Mutare. He is currently working on his first long-play project, a mixtape titled “Gutta Plan.” Building up to the release of his mixtape, on September 8, 2017 he did a double drop, releasing a hot banger “Pound Sterling,” where he showcased a catchy flow with an attitude, filled with playful chants and the hard-hitting track, “A Milli” where he outlined his intentions and ambitions as a rapper.

DroCole’s music effortlessly stands out, not only because of his unique voice but his execution to the subject matters he addresses, to his choice of words and his rebel flow is just unprecedented. DroCole has a rare and unfabricated story to share with the world.

Currently the rapper is polishing up his upcoming mixtape, “Gutta Plan,” which is set to be released within the next 2 months. The rapper when interviewed he said that the first official single of his mixtape named "Born to Reign" will be dropping even sooner as he is anticipating joy that will be contagious in the musical arena.

Miss UZ 2018 Title Up For Grabs

By: BTN media_zw on 4/10/2018 / comment : 0 Events, fashion, Latest, Local, news

In just a matter of weeks, 14 lucky girls will battle it out to see who gets to take home the Miss UZ title and the organizers are promising a night like no other!
"Expect to be entertained! To the best of our abilities, we made it airtight. The interludes are by celebrities/entertainers and our models have received training from award winning choreographers. I could not be more proud.
"We are better prepared this time around and the quality of our service this year will be an improvement on every facet that you can think of", said organiser of the event, Hillary Rgwaringesu.

Not only will those in attendance get to feast their eyes on some of the finest beauties in the land do their thing on the ramp but there's also a mouth-watering artist roster that is sure to raise the roof on the 28th of April at the University of Zimbabwe's Great Hall when the peagent is set to take place!
"We have celebrity MCs/Socialites, among those being the affectionately known 'Kikky BadAss' who aslo happens to be an award winning rapper and DJ Towers, famous for his crowd prowess so I feel there wont be any dull moment there.
"As for our list of performers, we have household names like Ammara Brown, Silent Killer, Tehn Diamond, Junior Brown and well as Sanni Makhalima. It's a good blend and something that I feel cuts across the audience demographies", said Hillary.

Besides the crown and of course the bragging rights, the girls are set to walk away with some amazing prizes as well.
"There will definitely be cash prices for all 5 crowns. Miss U.Z and her two princesses walking away with the larger chunk and the rest going to Miss U.Z People's Choice as well as Miss Talent. There will also be holiday packages in the mix, dinner vouchers, modelling contracts, spa treatments and makeup hampers, the list goes on and on.
"So many sponsors have come on board and made sure we are able to provide our models with a wonderful experience", said Rgwaringesu.

That list of sponsors that Hillary mentions includes Xerox, Afrique Angel, Phoenix Media, Black Opal, Munch, Mambos, Brand Melutoni, Sterkinekor, Swig Photography, Four Star Photography, Parras Photography and Ladn Arts among others.

According to Rgwaringesu, the Miss University of Zimbabwe Beauty Pageant is an annual celebration of intellectual beauty run by the Rotaract club of the University of Zimbabwe for the exclusive benefit of charity.
The major benefeciaries for this year's event are the Pathways Autism Trust and Hupenyu Hutsva Children's home.

Splits Loui | Phreshy - Show Me

By: BTN media_zw on 4/09/2018 / comment : 0 btn music downloads, Latest, RnB

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WHY ARTISTS SHOULD WORK TOGETHER IN 2018

By: BTN media_zw on 4/08/2018 / comment : 0 hip hop, Latest, news

by DroCole

If you are a rapper, a singer or even a record producer in the music industry today, you must well know that collaborations with fellow artists are undoubtedly essential should one wish to grow big and learn from others. So here are some of the reasons why artists come together to collaborate.

They want to grow their fan base. If you make a song with another artist, you're going to be exposed to their fans and if their fans like your style they might become fans too. This goes both ways like a kitchen door!

The second reason is that artists want to build connections because in this industry one just cannot do it on their own. In this game connections are everything. You have to know someone who knows someone important that you don't know. That's how you get plugged in!

Another reason is to learn from each other and to create something dope and different. Don't feature someone on your track simply because you have gone blank and just need a verse to fill up your track. Collaborate with somebody whose style effortlessly compliment your original sound or at least the sound you wish to produce on a particular project.

Collaborations with others will probably bring out the best in you, especially in a genre like Hip-hop, you want to make sure you go hard. You don't wanna be nobody's b*tch. You know how the game go!

So basically musicians collaborate to further their audience reach and for old cats, it's probably to prolong their relevance. Nowadays I doubt it's ever about the need to create awesome music or respect for the other artist's work anymore. It's mostly about business; the money, which is why your features need to be strategic.

Please don't waste time and energy and perhaps your money working with somebody who isn't good enough. This ruins your whole image and just slows you down and you just can't afford that. You're on a mission, right? If you're serious about your craft and if you ever ponder about where you wanna take your music, you're going to try and act in a professional manner and that includes working with like-minded people. Work with somebody who takes you one step ahead. It doesn't matter how big or small their fan base might be. Quality over quantity is eternally respected.

Lastly make sure that when you collaborate with someone they also push the music you make together as they would their own. Remember what matters is that good music and that it reaches the right people for significant progress to be realized. Point being, pay attention to who you work with and work hard. Surround yourself with people that build you and learn to work with others in humble manner. Maintain a teachable posture, that's how you learn.

Till next time, work on that fam. Let's make great music and make money from it in 2018!

Lil Wayne – Vizine

By: NasheKelz on 3/19/2018 / comment : 0 downloads, hip hop, International, Latest

Early last month, a new Lil Wayne song titled ‘It Ain’t Me‘ leaked that was a cover of ‘It Ain’t Me Babe’ by Bob Dylan. It was put out by Music Mafia who have other big leaks like songs from Drake, J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar to their name.

This evening, another new Lil Wayne song has leaked online. However this time, no-one knows where it might have came from. It’s called ‘Vizine’ and from what we can tell, it sounds like it was recorded at least in the last few years but there’s no real word on exactly when or what for.

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Demi Lovato, DJ Khaled in New ‘I Believe’ Video

By: NasheKelz on 3/18/2018 / comment : 0 Entertainment, International, Latest, news, Tube

I believe in me! That’s the belief from which you must start your day. Demi Lovato has been featured in DJ Khaled’s new song and she has sung a great solo with some nice motivational lines. Lyrics were full of motivation. If you’re depressed, then this is a musical therapy for you!

Demi Lovato being a great singer is known commonly for her great vocals that can hit every note perfectly. Demi recently made this song for music lovers to get motivated and this song also gives you a hope to live. Moreover, this song is also filled with flowing music rhythm.

DJ Khaled’s song is incomplete with his rapping. So, here it is! DJ Khaled makes an entry in the middle of the song with even more valuable lyrics of rapping. The theme of the video has been taken from the Disney’s A WRINKLE IN TIME. Moreover, this song has also been taken from the same movie of Disney. The video itself is a sense of satisfaction.

“I Believe” Video has recently got published on DJ Khaled’s official YouTube channel and the public response is epic! Such satisfaction from both the artists; Demi and DJ Khaled, is something that can break records on the internet!

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Black Panther: The Album’

By: NasheKelz on 3/18/2018 / comment : 0 Entertainment, International, Latest, news

The soundtrack album is more distinct package which usually feels like an attempt made by the recording label to put their artist on. The film Black Panther appeals to Kendrick Lamar rapping in the voice of the superhero’s alter ego. The superhero movie was directed by Ryan Coogler and screenwriter Joe Robert Cole, starring Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan and Lupita Nyong’o putting blackness to the latter.

The Black Panther sound track is a pleasant experience from the beginning till end. This is due to the various artists featured bringing spirit to the name Black Panther. The beats are relevant and enjoyable to listen to, making the soundtrack a great standalone album.

Kendrick Lamar being the touter for the films soundtrack gives the album a top rate over others. With various stars rolling through the end credits make the record sound majestic.

The albums soundtrack-adjacent realities at play with echoing dusky pianos and dramatized plots widens the scope where most of us actually have to live.

The Top Dawg Entertainment president Anthony pulled all the hip hop sounds from all over to provide the Wakanda sound. TDE has also brought R&B star Jorja Smith and Khalid who appear at the 14track of the album. With the soundtrack and the film production is has speculated the rise of music royalty.

West Compton rappers such as 2 Chainz, Future, Vince Staples and Anderson, Calif Mozzy and crew SOB x RBE are in the mix bringing taste of west side authenticity.

The albums soundtrack sidesteps expectation, experimentation and ideas for more generic and pop-friendly vibes with latest hits release. With the albums closing tag teamer “Pray for me” with Kendrick Lamar and The Weeknd is a watering reanimation of the Tesfayes solo work.

By scanning 50 minutes of black music across the Three continents; rap, R&B, Afro-soul from South Africa, through California, Texas, Toronto and London, the album has sampled the films broader version of black excellence.

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Modelling Opens Up New Horizons for Carol

By: NasheKelz on 2/18/2018 / comment : 0 fashion, Latest, Lifestyle

"Modelling is something that my heart beats for, it is something that I made up my mind about when I had my first photo shoot at Photophactory studio , the pictures gave me an insight into what life in the limelight could be like.

"Being the daughter of a fashion designer who has a great taste in fashion, the passion for competing in pageants and being on the runway all pointed me towards a career in modeling.

"I am living my dream right now and despite challenges that I face, I'm grateful for the good moments", said Caroline Chenai Mhonda, an emerging model currently signed under Choice Cuts Modelling agency

For the 22 year old stunning beauty, modelling gave her the motivation she needs to keep herself fit and make sure she is properly groomed while at the same time widening her scope in as far as fashion is concerned.

"I have what some would term a 'portable'/tiny body that is always in shape. I exercise twice a week and I take healthy meals always and I would also like to believe that I have a great taste in fashion.

"Modelling motivates one to look good and groom's one in terms of dressing and fashion taste", she said.

Locally, in the modelling industry, there's definitely no shortage of success stories and inspirational individuals who have paved the way for generations to come and as such, it has made it easier for aspiring models like Carol to follow in those footsteps.

"I look up to the likes of Nyasha Matonhodze in the industry, she has raised the bar high, created her own powerful brand which naturally led to her being signed under some of the most powerful designers on the modelling scene.

"I would love the opportunity to have some grooming lessons from her one day", said Mhonda.

Being a strong believer in her own talents, the aspring model said that she is someone who is willing to learn but more importantly someone who is looking to build a brand that can be globally recognized.

"My aim is to network as much as possible with stakeholders in the industry, to make the rest of the world appreciate local talent (both models and designers) especially from the grassroots level.

"I am looking forward to engaging in a lot of projects and though It's still work in progress, I plan to advertise local designers talent through fashion modelling and also to participate in local pageants myself.

"l am somebody who really wants to learn more from the industry, somebody who wants to build a brand as well as raising the flag of Choice Cuts Modeling Agency. I am a strong believer in myself and I feel nothing is impossible if you work hard enough and dedicate all you do to Christ", said Carol, as she is fondly referred to by her family and friends.

Besides modelling, the beauty is also just as passionate about dance and fashion. She is in the process of putting together her own fashion label.

"I see myself as a natural entreprenuer. I am a dancer who is very much looking forward to joining Jibillika dance group where I see myself flourishing. I'm also working with a fashion designer on my own fashion label", she said.

It is no secret that having a supportive family is a good foundation if one is to pursue anything. Carol concurs, as in her own case it made it easier for her to chase down her dreams.

"I remember how whenever my mum designed something for me, she would always say 'this looks perfect on you my beauty queen' and it is those moments that I always go back to in my own mind to remind myself about how and where it all started but more importantly just how much this means to me.

"The people around me made it easy for my dream to come true and special mention goes to Mrs N Mhonda, Mrs M Mutero, Magwenya Lorraine, Madyira mellisa, Pfidze Allan and Photophactory", said the 22-year old.

How to ask a girl to be your Valentine

By: NasheKelz on 2/15/2018 / comment : 0 Latest

article by Chelsea

When she approaches you get nervous, feel like you are about to address a very important crowd. Her mere scent, sends simultaneous waves of ice and fire jolting across your vertebral column. She dominates your thoughts and every love song seems to be about her. If it wasn’t clear enough already, you’re so into her! Want to take things to the next level and ask her to be your Valentine? Here are a few steps how;

Keep it Simple

In this era understanding the fundamentals of simplicity ranks supreme. Most boys usually get tempted into overdoing it with the over-sized (obviously over-priced) teddy bears and pre-designed cards. But, keeping it as simple as possible can save you the unnecessary budget strain and look less like a ‘last minute thing’ this valentine. Honestly, who cannot walk into a shop and purchase a huge card before signing it with an ordinary blue pen. Put in some effort!

1 CHALK OUT YOUR LOVE

Nothing screams I’m into you more than a heartfelt, well written message on tar in chalk. Caution: you will get your hands a bit dirty. Try to use her favorite colors in your masterpiece and get her involved by including a yes/no panel.

2 HACK HER PHONE

Get your secret agent skills on and get her cellphone. Change your contact name to ‘will you be my Valentine’ and return the phone to it’s initial position author without raising eyebrows. When she will be in a place where she is most likely to check her phone, give her a surprise call. This will most likely stun and knock her off her chair.

3 SAY IT WITH FOOD

The most traditional way of asking a girl to be your Valentine is saying it with food. There are a lot of things you can do with food including:

•Buying her favorite pizza and writing ‘Will you be my Valentine ’ inside the pizza box

•Baking cupcakes (if you are good at it) and popping ‘the question’ in icing

•Buying lettered chocolate and neatly arranging the letters you want to use in a cute box

•Writing ‘Will you be my Valentine ‘ in ketchup on a plate and having it delivered to her with a little note in the cafeteria.

4 PUT ON A SHOW

Who doesn’t love a good old fashioned show? Sing her favorite song and pop the question before reaching the climax of the song, say something like ‘to continue singing, I'm going to need xxx to agree to be my Valentine first’

Choose whatever works for you and remember, if you do this right, she might end up being more than your Valentine. So put on your dancing shoes and get your inner charm on, this could be your season!

@Mlue_Jay Scoop His First Hip-Hop Award for 2018

By: NasheKelz on 1/27/2018 / comment : 0 Entertainment, Latest, Local, news

He dropped his first album (PicturePaint) got his first Hip-Hop Nomination with that album and he won.
Changamire hip hop festival which where held in Harare last night were successful and Bulawayo born Rapper, who is based in South Africa ( Mlue Jay ) managed to scoop the best diaspora award nominated along side great artists such as ( Thaiwanda Thai ) whom we saw collaborating with the likes of Riky Rick, Kwesta etc.

Check out the Full List of winners

1.Best Male :

Tulk Munny
T Gonz
Tehn Diamond
P.O.Y (Bulawayo)
Noble Stylz
Mudiwa

Winner : T Gonz

2.BEST FEMALE :

Natasha Muz
Kikky Badass
Kara TL
Blacperl
Sachaa
Trigga Shain (Masvingo)

Winner : Kikky Badass

3.BEST NEWCOMER

Revonok Thundaz
Beav City
Jae Young
Six Oh (Bulawayo)
Teekay Mxoexic (South Africa)
Fucci

Winner : Beav City

4.SONG OF THE YEAR

Mari Kuna Papa - Noble Stylz
Ndoda Vanhu Vanofara - T Gonz
Ngena Ka1 - Guluva 7
Slaying - Mudiwa
Tonderai - Beav City
Jiza - Tulk Munny

Winner : Jiza - Tulk Munny

5.BEST COLLABORATION :

PaMpaka - Coco Master ft Nutty O
Gaya - Marcus Mafia ft Briss Mbada ,Huby Blakes & Meister Minds
Zvakanaka - Simba Tags ft ExQ
Uptown Tsotsi - Mc Chita ft Tulk Munny ,Mike Pimp & KD Summerz
No Stress - Tehn Diamond ft Thaiwanda Thai
Boyz DzeTonaz - Kikky Badass ft Jnr Brown ,Marcus Mafia & Shuver

Winner : Pampaka - Coco Master ft Nutty O

6.ALBUM OF THE YEAR

Best Mero - T Gonz
Better Than Your Album - Noble Stylz
Queen Of The South - Kikky Badass
Feeling Aint Fear - Few Kings
Gwanda Rules - Tulk Munny & Take Fizzo
Short Cuts to Heaven - P.O.Y (Bulawayo)

Winner : Feeling aint Fear - Few Kings

7.BEST DEEJAY :

Dj Hustle ( South Africa)
Dj Joey Lion
Dj Beto (Masvingo)
Krimz Beats
Dj Khago
Dj Backspin (South Africa)

Winner : Dj Joey

8.BEST PRODUCER :

Jamal
Qouzor
Fun F
Take Fizzo
Dj Tamuka
Rayo Beats

Winner : Qouzor

9.BEST DANCE

Stifler
Tendai Guzha
Lissa Tanaka
Mc Tatts
Jungle Boys
Whin Quins (Bulawayo)

Winner : Whin Quins

10.BEST HIP HOP GROUP :

Roman Rap Studios
Mula Nation
Team Tokless (Gweru)
Few Kings
Grind City ,Grind Time
Sk Musik Group

Winner : Few Kings

11.BEST ALTERNATIVE :

Ammara Brown
Ba Shupi
Coco Master
Simba Tags
Felicia Dilao (Kadoma)
HUBY BLAKES

Winner : Ammara Brown

12.BEST BRAND SUPPORTING CHANGAMIRE :

Unruly Zim - Munya Unruly
Hustle Entertainment - Team Alicats Dj Hustle// Chief Jay //Spragga T & Dj DeepSage (South Africa)
Team Big Family - Boss Chenge
Empire 263 - Dj Joey Lion
Chasers - Richie
MucSounds - Muccboy

Winner : Unruly Zim - Munya Unruly

13. BEST DIASPORA :

Morris Blacks (South Africa)
King EL (D.R.C)
Di Truth (South Africa)
Mlue Jay (South Africa)
Thaiwanda Thai (South Africa)
Don Vito Korleon (South Africa)

Winner : Mlue Jay

14. BEST HIP HOP BRAND/ LABEL

The Family - Selecta Base // Dj Fugee // Mc Cut // C Skills // Dj Burtler
Harare Hucci - Briss Mbada
Grind City ,Grind Time - Fucci
New Africa Musik - Coco Master
Chasers - Richie
Team Big Family - Boss Chenge

Winner : Team Big Family - Boss Chenge

15. BEST PERFOMANCE ACT :

Few Kings
T Gonz
Natasha Muz
Mudiwa
Kikky Badass & Fucci
Boimac

Winner : Kikky Badass & Fucci

16. BEST CHANGAMIRE HOST EMCEE :

Big Dolla Bruce
Abisher Palmer
Mc Tatts
Mc Trake
Lampy Zkit (Mutare)
Chief Jay (Alicats South Africa)

Winner : Big Dolla Bruce

17. BEST CHANGAMIRE MODEL :

Sonia (South Africa)
Kim Bunny Bae
Kelly
Talent Raine
Tumelo
Queen Nikki (Bulawayo)

Winner : Kelly Savage

18. PEOPLES CHOICE

Beav City
Mudiwa
Marcus Mafia
Few Kings
Kikky Badass
T Gonz
Team Tokless (Gweru)
Tulk Munny
Candymaine
Boimac
Muccboy
Asaph (Bulawayo)

Winner : Markus Mafia

Revenge Of The Vin (Side B)

By: NasheKelz on 1/25/2018 / comment : 0 btn music downloads, hip hop, Latest, Local

Track list

The Revenge (Prod. By McZee)
Tsek (Prod. By McZee)
Options Ft. Ar Mula (Prod. By Razor Beatz)
Arrogance Ft. Kikky Badass (Prod. By Ghanaian Stallion)
Problems Ft. Gze (Prod. By Uncle Chris)
Gin & Juice Ft. Gigi Lamayne (Prod. By Reggie Beats)
Ngeke Sifanane Ft. Mawiza (Prod. By Represent Beats)
Hip Hop Kapital (Prod. By Ghanaian Stallion)
Free bars Freestyle (Prod. By Cal Vin)
Grateful (Prod. By Slickah Beats)

Revenge Of The Vin(Side A)

By: NasheKelz on 1/13/2018 / comment : 0 btn music downloads, hip hop, Latest, Local

Cal Vin release his 2018 debut album titled Revenge Of The Vin. The album consists of 10 tracks and features just two acts, GTi, My and Jungle Bwoi.

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TRACKLIST OF Revenge Of The Vin Album By Cal Vin

1. Cal Vin – Kardashian || DOWNLOAD MP3

2. Cal Vin – Italian Ft. GTi || DOWNLOAD MP3

3. Cal Vin – Broke Nxggx || DOWNLOAD MP3

4. Cal Vin – LoMrappa || DOWNLOAD MP3

5. Cal Vin – Cross Bhayibhili || DOWNLOAD MP3

6. Cal Vin – Everywhere || DOWNLOAD MP3

7. Cal Vin – King Kong || DOWNLOAD MP3

8. Cal Vin – Lover Ft. My || DOWNLOAD MP3

9. Cal Vin – Lately || DOWNLOAD MP3

10. Cal Vin – Shine Ft. Jungle Bwoi || DOWNLOAD MP3

11. Cal Vin – Banjalo Abantu || DOWNLOAD MP3

12. Cal Vin – Royalty || DOWNLOAD MP3

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Casper Beatz Antidote EP Now Out

By: NasheKelz on 9/04/2017 / comment : 0 hip hop, Latest, Local, news, Release, RnB

Casper Beatz’s new Ep is out , released on the 30th August 2017. It features four songs namely 1000 Reasons, Strangers, Nyoka and Zuma. There is an international feature on the track four titled Zuma where Ayerz Mabinda, a SA rapper drops some sizzling hot bars on a banging beat to give the track a whole new

dimension as he also co-produced the song together with Casper Beatz.

The artist reveals a side of him that there is been a developing to ensure that his own distinct sound is presented to the listeners as he features Mona a teenage vocalist on the Strangers song with a soulful touch to the single. Then goes soloon the other two songs summing up his identity as an artist with african roots in

his sound. Antidote Ep as the word itself means a remedy this piece is meant to give musical healing to your soul as it was carefully crafted and put together. The rest of the tracks where produced by Casper Beatz.

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Ace Hood Puts Forth "Trust The Process" Project

By: NasheKelz on 8/22/2017 / comment : 0 hip hop, International, Latest, news

Ace Hood is back again, dropping his new Trust The Process project on his own Hood Nation label. The South Florida rapper parted ways with DJ Khaled’s We The Best label in 2016, and he cuts straight to the chase about the separation on the opening track, “To Whom It May Concern.”

Nothing without God, nothing without my fans
Sorry for my absence, hope y’all understand
No more We The Best, but Khaled still my man
Critics want the beef but I’m not feeding them
My loyalty don’t stop if we don’t speak again

This is the latest release from the 29-year-old rapper after his 2016 project, Starvation 5.

This new 13-track project is produced by Foreign Teck, and features O.Z. on one track.

Check out the stream, tracklist and cover art below.

01. To Whom It May Concern
02. Play To Win
03. Came Wit The Posse
04. The Bottom
05. Life After
06. Interlude (Part 1)
07. Blessed
08. Top
09. Ego Trip
10. Get To Me
11. Passion
12. Interlude (Part 2)
13. BAMN

Leaks can't stop us !! Mercury retrograde is full of confusion lol. This is Even more reason why we must "Trust The Process". MONDAY we will be live on Every Streaming platform. For now stream the project via my SoundCloud link in my bio. Deluxe Edition is also on the way! 💪🏿#GODBless @hoodnation

A post shared by Ace Hood (@acehood) on Aug 19, 2017 at 2:38pm PDT

Lil Wayne Claims He Can Release "Tha Carter V" At Will

By: NasheKelz on 8/21/2017 / comment : 0 hip hop, International, Latest, news, Release

The infighting between Lil Wayne and Cash Money Records has ostensibly shelved Tha Carter V, but Weezy claims that’s not the case. In fact, he says he can release it whenever he wants.

During an interview with Q93’s Wild Wayne to promote the 2017 Lil Weezyana Fest, the Young Money founder said he’s simply waiting to drop the album because he wants to do it the right way.

“Of course you’re going to see Tha Carter V,” he told Wild Wayne when asked about the album’s status. “Man, I just don’t want to put it out the wrong way. Honestly, man, I can do what I want honestly at any time. The fans deserve it to be right and that’s how it’s gonna be. I’ma make sure it’s right. I can drop whatever I want to drop. I keep dropping whatever I want to drop. But I’m not gonna give ’em Carter V the wrong way.”

Wayne also stated that he was finished working on the LP. Now, it’s just a matter of putting it out in a proper manner.

“Carter V is done,” he said. “Carter V on the shelf just ready to drop. I don’t have to … I ain’t gotta do that. I move on and keep it moving and give them what I’m doing right now. But Carter V is ready to be listened to. It’s just gotta be listened to the right way and like I said, I ain’t gonna give it to ’em wrong.”

Weezy’s words continue his trend of an optimistic outlook on the album’s release. In April, he told fans at a show that the LP was “coming soon.”

The sentiment is drastically different from his mindset in January. A source in Weezy’s camp told TMZ that Birdman was “full of shit” for saying the oft-delayed album was “definitely coming out.”

Listen to Wayne’s entire interview above. Tha Carter V talk begins around the 7:30 mark.

Emtee Headlines Shoko Festival

By: NasheKelz on 8/18/2017 / comment : 0 Events, hip hop, Latest, news

He is the Headline act for this year's Shoko Festival that is set to take place from the 29th of September to October 1st in both the capital, Harare and Chitungwiza.

As such, we thought we would give our readers an insight into just who exactly Emtee is.

According to Wikipedia, South African rapper Emtee was born Mthebeni Ndevu 24 years ago and is best known for his debut hit single, "Roll Up".

Emtee 'The Hustler' as he is popularly known to his multitude of followers was born in Matatiele, Eastern Cape but grew up in Rockville, Soweto, Gauteng and has been active in the music industry since 2009.

Currently signed to Ambitiouz Entertainment, a South African independent record label, Emtee's debut album 'Avery', (released on iTunes and domestic music retailers in December of 2015) was certified platinum by RISA as of July 2016.

It is said that for the better part of 2015 and 2016, Emtee became the third most played South African hip hop artist and 10th most played artist overall.

Breakthrough

It was in early 2015 that long time friend and producer, 'Ruff' produced the beat for the song that would eventually become Emtee's breakthrough single "Roll Up" and the rapper claims that the entire track was recorded and finalized in just two hours.

The track went on to receive extensive airplay in Southern Africa and peaked at the top of DJ Speedsta's hip hop chart on YFM.

He featured AKA (real name Kiernan Forbes) and Wizkid (Real name Ayodeji Balogun) on Roll Up Remix, which eMTee decided to call the Roll Up "Re-Up".

Honours

Emtee was the winner of Song Of The Year at the annual South African Hip-Hop Awards (2015). He was nominated for Best Music Video (Roll Up), Best New Artist (Avery), Best Remix (Roll Up – Re-Up) and Best Hip Hop Album (Avery) at the 15th Metro FM Music Awards.

Background

The rapper got on stage for the very first time when he was just nine years old, performing at a Yeoville primary school talent show and became the youngest choir conductor at Barnata High School where he won many provincial competitions as a member of his school’s marimba band.

The 24 year old started making money from his talent at the age of 17 when he worked as a music instructor at other schools and used his earnings to record his first mixtape titled "The Introduction".

In 2010, he collaborated with South African rapper Maraza on a song titled "In It To Win It" and they both appeared on Channel O's show "HeadRush".

Since then he has gone on to become one of South Africa's biggest and most exciting hiphop stars and songs such as 'Roll Up' and 'Pearl Thusi', among others have gone a long way in cementing his status.

Given his track record, Shoko Festival attendees are definitely in for a treat and will surely get their money's worth.

Pound Sterling Drops This August

By: NasheKelz on 7/29/2017 / comment : 0 hip hop, Latest, Local, Release

DroCole has started off the year 2017 on a hype note with the release of the bangin street/club joint No Fear recorded by Quazor of YGE and produced by Mac Looper, beat god from Blantyre, Malawi. The track was engineered by The VeZzy.

On May 26, 2017 DroCole dropped another single They Know produced by The VeZzy, young multi talented kid and CEO of Young Movement Ent. This song is nothing but good vibes that come in a simple, assertive and deep message plus the beat is just extraterrestrial!

Building up to the release of his debut mixtape Gutta Plan which is going to be out in the next 3 months, the achertype deadly rapper is back with another flame that burn! The new single is titled 'Pound Sterling'. The joint is heavy and gravy. Bars and flow on point like a needle!

Pound Sterling drops this August. Official release date to be announced.

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SoundCloud Has Been Saved by Chance The Rapper

By: NasheKelz on 7/21/2017 / comment : 0 Entertainment, International, Latest, news

Musicians and music fans around the world were disappointed to hear about SoundCloud, a popular audio-sharing platform, laying off staff, closing offices and possibly shutting down.

After hearing the news, Chicago rapper, Chance The Rapper, who credits the site with his early success jumped in to help. First he tweeted, "I'm working on the SoundCloud thing."

Lil Chano From 79th

✔@chancetherapper

I'm working on the SoundCloud thing

11:09 AM - 13 Jul 2017

On July 14, Chance posted a cryptic tweet hinting about a "very fruitful call" he had with Alex Ljung, SoundCloud's co-founder and CEO.
He confidently stated that "SoundCloud is here to stay," and SoundCloud's official Twitter account also tweeted out a similar sentiment, stating that it's not "going anywhere." The company affirmed the announcement with a blog post.

Lil Chano From 79th

✔@chancetherapper

Just had a very fruitful call with Alex Ljung. @SoundCloud is here to stay.

10:57 AM - 14 Jul 2017

55,101 Retweets

132,617 likes

There's no clear indication that he's an investor, so for now it seems Chano is just being a nice guy but time will tell what's really poppin'. SoundCloud hasn't yet provided details on how they plan on staying afloat. All I can say is that every bedroom rapper and producer and music fan should be grateful for what Chance has done because most of you must have been so worried.

Thank you Chano, igh!

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