Coming straight out of Mississippi's Delta region is G. McGee and his lyrical brand of hip-hop. With the release of his aptly-titled project "Kollege Prep", McGee puts himself into the role of rap professor, allowing him to teach through sound. Not only does he use his platform as an artist to drop knowledge, but he does so in a… Continue reading First Day Feature: G. McGee speaks about the “Kollege Prep” project, his upbringing, goals and more
Category: Interviews
FCC Receives Angry Complaints For Dave Chappelle’s “Racist” Language On SNL
Angry viewers complain to the FCC about Dave Chappelle's "racist" language and his insinuations about Trump's America during his monologue on SNL last month. Many thought that Dave Chappelle's performance as host last month on SNL gave the live sketch comedy series one of its best episodes in a long time. A highlight was his… Continue reading FCC Receives Angry Complaints For Dave Chappelle’s “Racist” Language On SNL
Stream Dom Kennedy and Hit-Boy’s Joint EP “Half-A-Mil”
Listen to "Half-A-Mil," the new EP from Dom Kennedy and Hit-Boy. Last month, Dom Kennedy and Hit-Boy dropped "100 Rounds," their first release as their duo Half-A-Mil. Tonight we've been blessed with the duo's entire EP, the aptly titled Half-A-Mil. With five tracks and no features, the new group in town has ample opportunity to show… Continue reading Stream Dom Kennedy and Hit-Boy’s Joint EP “Half-A-Mil”
Listen To The Weeknd’s Lost Verse From Drake’s “Crew Love”
The Weeknd's original version of "Crew Love" has surfaced. Drake's 2011 album Take Care was released eight months after The Weeknd's debut project House of Balloon and subsequent glow up. The Weeknd was a major contributor on Take Care. "I gave up almost half of my album,” he said last month. “It’s hard. I will always be… Continue reading Listen To The Weeknd’s Lost Verse From Drake’s “Crew Love”
Jhene Aiko strips down for PETA's new anti-fur campaign. Jhene Aiko is more than just a "Maniac," as her new single suggests. She is also PETA's 2016 "Sexiest Vegan." She celebrated by posing nude for the animal activist group's "Drop the Fur" campaign. “As human beings, we have the power to speak up for animals,”… Continue reading
Drake’s “VIEWS” Is 4 Times Platinum
With another project on the way, Drake's "VIEWS" continues to sell. The RIAA has announced that Drake's VIEWS is certified platinum. The rapper and singer's fourth studio album has had a staggering sales year, setting chart and streaming records throughout. VIEWS was certified triple platinum back in August, four months after its release in April.… Continue reading Drake’s “VIEWS” Is 4 Times Platinum
First Day Feature: Vitamin Cea Prepares for Her Debut Project “JoyFull Noise”
I'm sure as a child we were all told to make sure we take our vitamins. I was certainly one to pop a Flintstone joint on a daily basis. The nutrients provided are essential to the soul and growth, leading one to become a better functioning human. Mississippi's next starlet Charity Hicks, a.k.a. Vitamin Cea,… Continue reading First Day Feature: Vitamin Cea Prepares for Her Debut Project “JoyFull Noise”
Stream John Legend’s “Darkness And Light” Album
Out now, stream John Legend's fifth solo album "Darkness And Light." At the stroke of midnight, John Legend’s highly anticipated fifth solo album, Darkness And Light, was made available for purchase on iTunes. Serving as the follow up to 2013’s Love In The Air, the 12-track effort boasts features from Miguel, Chance The Rapper, &… Continue reading Stream John Legend’s “Darkness And Light” Album
O.T. Genasis’ “Cut It” Becomes His 2nd Platinum Single
O.T. Genasis now has two platinum plaques in the bag. His Young Dolph-featuring single "Cut It" has officially moved 1 million copies. O.T. Genasis has earned his second platinum plaque. His breakout hit, "CoCo," released in late 2014, was declared platinum in February of this year. The certification has now been awarded to "Cut It,"… Continue reading O.T. Genasis’ “Cut It” Becomes His 2nd Platinum Single
Interview: Jasiel Ace speaks on his background, growing up in Moss Point and more
Jasiel Ace is a name that has been shouted quite a few times on 1DF to date. With impressive releases such as "Free" and "Ascended", along with a bevy of videos, the artist has firmly placed himself among artists to watch in the state of Mississippi. The quality of his music lead us to seek… Continue reading Interview: Jasiel Ace speaks on his background, growing up in Moss Point and more
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