Posts by Asia Smith
Canadian hip-hop artist Maestro Fresh Wes inspired by Drake, Tupac
Wes Williams, aka “Maestro Fresh Wes,” has had a key role in pioneering Canadian hip-hop. In 1989, he was the first Canadian rapper to have a top 40 hit with “Let Your Backbone Slide.” He was also the first Canadian rap artist to have gold and platinum albums. Since then, the artist has made appearances…
Read MoreHow celebrities spent Thanksgiving
Take a look at how some of our favorite celebs gave back to the community and celebrated with their loved ones this Thanksgiving.
Read More6 trap rappers with cute kids
I don’t know about you, but I love seeing rappers become softies for their little ones. Some of these rappers have the cutest kids. Check out trap rappers’ adorable offspring below.
Read More6lack premieres ‘Free 6lack’ bonus tracks
Late last night, R&B artist 6lack (pronounced black) decided to bless his fans with a special treat. He dropped hints on his Instagram saying, “it’s a good night for a new song… or two or three” just a few hours before adding three bonus tracks to his debut project, Free 6lack. The tracks “Glock Six”,…
Read MoreSampa The Great debuts ‘Birds and the BEE9’
Sampa The Great is a poet, singer and songwriter in a lane all her own. Hailing from Zambia, the young artist fully embraces her natural style and energy. She prides herself on allowing her music to be both thought provoking and relatable. These past few years, the artist has been spending time in the UK…
Read MoreSongstress Ella Mai wants listeners to love her ‘Naked’
The English singer and songwriter Ella Mai never disappoints with her soulful tracks. Her latest single “Naked” is no different. Released late last week, “Naked” tells a story that many can relate to. The artist confesses that “there is nothing [she wants] more in this world than somebody to love [her] naked.” The artist expresses her desire…
Read MoreListen: Hip-hop gems from the recent wave of releases
These last few weeks have been eventful in the hip-hop world. There have been several releases by various artists like Big K.R.I.T, Chris Brown, Future, Gucci Mane, Yo Gotti and 21 Savage. You know what that means? While you are busy setting your clocks back one hour, you need to be updating your favorites playlist…
Read More3 exciting things I experienced at Yo Gotti’s listening party and screening
Last night, Tidal partnered with Yo Gotti to hold a special event hosted by Kenny Burns. During the event, guests were able to listen to his newest album as well screen his documentary, I Still Am. The Eats Now we know we all get a little excited inside when we hear that an event is gonna…
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