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Image Image Credit Randy Holmes / Contributor via Getty Images Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Joey Bada$$ premiered his newest single, “ABK,” live on national TV, giving fans a first taste of his next era. The performance included lyrical shots at Ray Vaughn and references to his East Coast roots and mock label TDEast. The 1999 creator also recently welcomed a baby boy with Serayah, adding a personal milestone to his busy summer. Joey Bada$$ is making it known he’s ready to go to war. On Wednesday (July 16) night, the Brooklyn rapper stopped by “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” to debut…

Barcode Industries has released a new AXIS series instrument library for Kontakt. Oblivion Mutes distills the cinematic power of Oblivion into a sharper, more intimate palette of palm-muted strings and dampened bell tones.With a curated selection of 32 expressive sound sources and over 60 professionally crafted snapshots, Oblivion Mutes delivers haunting rhythms, mysterious textures, and cinematic pulses right out of the box. And with the full power of the AXIS engine at your fingertips, shaping new ideas is fast, flexible, and endlessly inspiring.But Oblivion Mutes is more than just a streamlined gateway – it’s a fully compatible creative companion. Any…

Image Image Credit Astrida Valigorsky / Contributor via Getty Images and Simone Joyner / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Latto and Drake Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways Latto gave Drake a shoutout for inspiring her trip to the Turks and Caicos Islands via Instagram. Drake has referenced the island in multiple songs, including “Desires” and “Jumbotron S**t Poppin.” The two artists recently performed together at Wireless Festival 2025. Latto knows about the Turks and Caicos Islands, all thanks to Drake. On Thursday (July 17), the “Big Mama” rapper posted an Instagram Story of a customs form she was filling…

Image Image Credit Simone Joyner / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Skepta at 2025 Wireless Festival Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Skepta’s “Round 2” takes aim at Joyner Lucas with sharp bars and cultural jabs. The track critiques Lucas’ rollout tactics and references past rap battles, including his back-and-forth with Tory Lanez. The feud taps into a larger U.K. vs U.S. rap rivalry, with both artists using the moment to boost visibility. Skepta isn’t backing down from the U.K. vs. U.S. rap battle anytime soon. On Thursday (July 17), the London lyricist dropped “Round 2,” his response record to…

Image Image Credit Savion Washington/Stringer via Getty Images Image Alt Flau’jae Johnson attends the 2025 ESPY Awards Image Size landscape-medium Flau’jae Johnson stopped by Shannon Sharpe’s famed “Club Shay Shay” podcast for a wide-ranging interview, which premiered on Wednesday (July 16). The Louisiana State University basketball star, who also moonlights as a rapper, talked about her close connection with Baton Rouge, Louisiana, rapper Boosie Badazz. “Boosie got a heart of gold. He’ll give you his shirt off his back,” she said. “Boosie said in his song, ‘I don’t want to be like Camoflauge / I met him one week, the…

Renegade Audio has released a new sample pack in its Launch Pad series. A throwback to the golden era of King Tubby’s iconic ’70s dub masterpieces, Vol. 22: Victory Dub delivers 1GB of loops and one shots, with all the essential elements for crafting deep, resonant dub grooves.Experience the “flying hihat,” wah wah guitar skanks, and organ bubble, alongside a one-drop drum groove that locks in with a thick, militant bassline.With dynamic guitar and keyboard solos, plus layers of percussion and echoes, Victory Dub offers an immersive toolkit of loops and one-shots, enabling you to construct your masterpiece or kickstart…

Image Image Credit Dia Dipasupil / Staff via Getty Images Image Alt Megan Thee Stallion Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Megan Thee Stallion raised over $1.2 million to support education, housing and wellness through her inaugural Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala. Celebrity guests, live performances and exclusive auction items made the gala a standout cultural event. The foundation’s programs have already reached thousands, with plans to expand support for underserved communities. Megan Thee Stallion’s first-ever Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala was nothing short of a “huge success.” On Thursday (July 17), the Houston native announced that the event raised over…

Image Image Credit Joseph Okpako / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Central Cee, Drake and Sexyy Red Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: The “GUILT TRIPPIN” collaboration between Central Cee and Sexyy Red blends U.K. drill and Southern rap, showcasing a unique cross-continental sound. Drake’s “It’s All A Blur Tour” served as the meeting point for the two artists. The trek also led Central Cee to connect with J. Cole, resulting in the track “H.Y.B.” with the Dreamville Records founder and Bas. Drake is the ultimate playmaker, at least when it comes to music. On Thursday (July 17), Central Cee…

Image Image Credit Matt Winkelmeyer / Staff via Getty Images and Allen Berezovsky / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Kai Cenat and Adin Ross Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways Kai Cenat alleges that Adin Ross’ manager used a racial slur during a private call in which he referenced Cenat’s McDonald’s campaign. The incident reportedly led to the Twitch streamer distancing himself from Ross and his community. The controversy adds to a string of recent brand losses and backlash surrounding Ross. Kai Cenat is setting the record straight on why he and Adin Ross don’t collaborate as much anymore, and…

Image Image Credit Chelsea Guglielmino / Contributor via Getty Images Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Saweetie’s “boffum” marks her return to solo music after a long hiatus. Her forthcoming project, ‘Hella Pressure,’ arrives on Aug. 1, following her last EP, THE SINGLE LIFE, from 2022. The single features a sample of Young Buck’s “Shorty Wanna Ride” and showcases her signature duality. Don’t count Saweetie out just yet. On Friday (July 18), the rapper returned with her first single of the year, “boffum,” and let fans know an EP is officially on the way. Produced by J White Did It, the…