Apr 06

Eric Bellinger’s “Eazy Call” Is Here

Eric Bellinger took a break from dissing Tory Lanez to release his new project, Eazy Call.

Boasting 19 tracks, the album features notable artists like Mase, Dom Kennedy, Wale, Tink and Chevy Woods.

The project arrives on the heels of Bellinger’s video for “Yikes,” which puts Lanez firmly in his sights.

It also serves as the Compton-bred singer’s follow-up to 2015’s Cuffing Season Part 2.

Check out the Eazy Call album stream, cover art and tracklist below.

[This article has been updated. The following was published April 4, 2018.]

Last week (March 26) Eric Bellinger released a diss track aimed at his RB colleague Tory Lanez. On Wednesday (April 4), Bellinger followed up with the video for the track ahead of his Eazy Call album, which is scheduled to drop April 5.

In the video, Bellinger slams Lanez for copying other artists’ style, and digs a grave for Lanez’s latest album, Memories Don’t Die.

As the RB singer explained to HipHopDX the catalyst behind the record, “[Tory Lanez] just kept doing interviews. I’m not a fan of confrontation. I’m not sure what to expect I’m not trying to be in the streets and we brawling all over Instagram. But as hard as Tekashi 6ix9ine is out here going out niggas, I was just like ‘fuck it!’ I gotta do this song. If we wanna say something, cool. And I’m gonna come right back on his ass!”

Watch the video below.

Eazy Call is a 15-track effort, featuring the likes of Mase, Mila J, Ne-Yo, Wale, and more.

See the album cover art and tracklist below.

Eric Bellinger Eazy call ALBUM ARTWORKEric Bellinger Eazy call ALBUM ARTWORK
Eric Bellinger Eazy CallEric Bellinger Eazy Call
  1. Legs
  2. Not A Love Song Feat. Mase
  3. Main Thang Feat. Dom Kennedy
  4. She Feat. AD
  5. Role Play Feat. Scootie
  6. Silent Treatment
  7. G.O.A.T. Feat. Wale
  8. Dirty Dancin’ Feat. NEYO
  9. Y.A.K. Feat. Sammie, Chevy Woods
  10. Ain’t Ya Ex Feat. Mila J, Tink
  11. Money Float
  12. By Now
  13. Luck
  14. Bagged
  15. Eric Bellinger

Article source: http://hiphopdx.com/news/id.46421/title.eric-bellinger-drops-video-for-tory-lanez-diss-track

Apr 06

Eric Bellinger’s “Eazy Call” Is Here

Eric Bellinger took a break from dissing Tory Lanez to release his new project, Eazy Call.

Boasting 19 tracks, the album features notable artists like Mase, Dom Kennedy, Wale, Tink and Chevy Woods.

The project arrives on the heels of Bellinger’s video for “Yikes,” which puts Lanez firmly in his sights.

It also serves as the Compton-bred singer’s follow-up to 2015’s Cuffing Season Part 2.

Check out the Eazy Call album stream, cover art and tracklist below.

[This article has been updated. The following was published April 4, 2018.]

Last week (March 26) Eric Bellinger released a diss track aimed at his RB colleague Tory Lanez. On Wednesday (April 4), Bellinger followed up with the video for the track ahead of his Eazy Call album, which is scheduled to drop April 5.

In the video, Bellinger slams Lanez for copying other artists’ style, and digs a grave for Lanez’s latest album, Memories Don’t Die.

As the RB singer explained to HipHopDX the catalyst behind the record, “[Tory Lanez] just kept doing interviews. I’m not a fan of confrontation. I’m not sure what to expect I’m not trying to be in the streets and we brawling all over Instagram. But as hard as Tekashi 6ix9ine is out here going out niggas, I was just like ‘fuck it!’ I gotta do this song. If we wanna say something, cool. And I’m gonna come right back on his ass!”

Watch the video below.

Eazy Call is a 15-track effort, featuring the likes of Mase, Mila J, Ne-Yo, Wale, and more.

See the album cover art and tracklist below.

Eric Bellinger Eazy call ALBUM ARTWORKEric Bellinger Eazy call ALBUM ARTWORK
Eric Bellinger Eazy CallEric Bellinger Eazy Call
  1. Legs
  2. Not A Love Song Feat. Mase
  3. Main Thang Feat. Dom Kennedy
  4. She Feat. AD
  5. Role Play Feat. Scootie
  6. Silent Treatment
  7. G.O.A.T. Feat. Wale
  8. Dirty Dancin’ Feat. NEYO
  9. Y.A.K. Feat. Sammie, Chevy Woods
  10. Ain’t Ya Ex Feat. Mila J, Tink
  11. Money Float
  12. By Now
  13. Luck
  14. Bagged
  15. Eric Bellinger

Article source: http://hiphopdx.com/news/id.46421/title.eric-bellinger-drops-video-for-tory-lanez-diss-track

Apr 05

Post Malone Announces “Beerbongs & Bentleys” Release Date

Nashville, TN – Post Malone hit Twitter late on Wednesday night (April 4) to announce the release date for his sophomore studio album, Beerbongs Bentleys.

The long-awaited LP will arrive on April 27.

The announcement came a short while after Malone hit the stage in Nashville on Wednesday evening as part of his Bud Light Dive Bar Tour.

During his set — which was live streamed across Facebook and Twitter — Malone performed his new single “Stay” for the first time.

“This is my first time fucking playing this song by the way,” Malone told the crowd. “And I know for a fact that I’m gonna fuck it up, but we’re gonna figure it out anyway.”

Bud Light offered an exclusive preview of the track prior to his live performance.

“Stay” comes around six weeks after Malone released “Psycho,” which features Ty Dolla $ign. Based on the success of that single, and the smash hit that was “Rockstar,” the project is already eligible for a gold certification.

Stoney, Malone’s 2016 debut album, has continued to experience success on the charts too. The LP — which features Justin Bieber, Kehlani, and Quavo — currently sits at #7 on the Billboard 200 after 68 weeks.

Article source: http://hiphopdx.com/news/id.46425/title.post-malone-announces-beerbongs-bentleys-release-date

Apr 05

Meek Mill’s Bail Appeal Heading To PA Supreme Court

Philadelphia, PA – While Meek Mill continues to sit in a Pennsylvania prison, there’s been a new development in his case. According to a press release, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner just made a submission for the Supreme Court’s consideration that reiterates his position that he doesn’t oppose Meek’s “release on bail pending the current proceedings.”

Last week, Judge Genece Brinkley, the judge who’s been handling his case, denied his request for bail. This latest development essentially bypasses Brinkley’s decision and takes it directly to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.

Now, it’s up to the Supreme Court to make a decision on Meek’s release on bail as he appeals his 2-4 year sentence for probation violations.

The D.A.’s statement also says he “opposes all other requested relief at this time,” which would include dismissing the case over allegations of misconduct from the judge and arresting officer.

Meek’s attorney Joe Tacopina said a statement sent to HipHopDX, “We are encouraged by the Philadelphia District Attorney’s steadfast stance in not opposing Meek Mill’s release on bail at the Pennsylvania Supreme Court level while the current legal proceedings continue, even in light of Judge Brinkley’s vindictive and erroneous decision.”

While the Wins Losses rapper’s legal team hopes the Supreme Court’s ruling will come quickly, at this point there’s no immediate timeline for the final decision.

DX reached out to the District Attorney but he was unavailable for comment.

Article source: http://hiphopdx.com/news/id.46426/title.meek-mills-bail-appeal-heading-to-pa-supreme-court

Apr 05

Close Friends Say Goodbye To NYC Hip Hop Pioneer Chuck Freeze

Queens, NY – New York City Hip Hop pioneer Chuck Freeze passed away on Sunday (April 1). According to the New York Daily News, the 54-year-old founding member of The Jazzy 5 was found “unconscious and unresponsive” at his home in Hollis, Queens.

The New York City Medical Examiner’s office reportedly confirmed the official cause of death was heart disease and high blood pressure.

The Jazzy 5’s song with Afrika Bambaataa, 1981’s “Jazzy Sensation,” was famously sampled by the Beastie Boys for two tracks on 1989’s Paul’s Boutique — “Hey Ladies” and “Shake Your Rump.” It was also sampled by artists like De La Soul, Prince Paul, Steinski and Double Dee.

Several of Freeze’s close friends spoke to HipHopDX about his impact on Hip Hop culture, including co-founder of the iconic Hip Hop show Video Music Box Ralph McDaniels, who talked to Freeze on a weekly basis.

“I had my last conversation with Chuck Freeze last week about new technology and his understanding of how Hip Hop should embrace all aspects of what’s happening now,” McDaniels told DX. “He taught me a few things I didn’t know that night. Thank you Chuck A Luck for your time. Peaceful journey.”

DJ Kevie Kev Rockwell, another pioneering New York City Hip Hop figure, had known Freeze since they were teenagers.

“I knew Chuck since I was 15 years old,” Kevie Kev said to DX. “We also went to high school together at John F. Kennedy High School. He was one of my mother’s favorites. The only way I was able to go to see my legendary brothers back then is when Chuck was going, then my mother would allow me to go. I fell in love with DJing and one day Chuck happened to mention it to my mother. So, on my birthday she brought me some equipment from the advice of my friend Chuck. Since then, we both went on to become Hip Hop legends.”

Rahiem from Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five admits he was caught off guard by the news.

“I was just with Chuck a few weeks ago at Oze Tavern in the Bronx,” he said. “He was in great spirits and didn’t appear ill at all, so I was completely taken aback by the news of his passing. May he rest comfortably in the living embrace of our creator.”

The Original Clark Kent added, “I had the pleasure of chilling and having great conversation with Chuck Freeze and Kev Rockwell at the event we did in Connecticut. My sincere  condolences to Chuck’s family.”

Fellow Bronx Hip Hop vet Kool Kyle said, “Chuck Freeze was a soldier for Bronx Hip Hop. He kept it 100 with his passion for his craft.” 

MC Kimba, who dated Freeze for a few years and is the current COO of the Jam Master Jay Foundation, spoke on his talent.

“I knew Freeze since the beginning of Hip Hop,” she said. “He grew up in Soundview and I in Castle Hill. We, along with others, laid the foundation. His flow was melodic and his raspy voice was his trademark. I will always remember him as a big teddy bear. He was smart and loving, I will miss his presence and never forget how he changed my life.”

Several other Hip Hop artists took to social media to express their condolences, including LL Cool J, Percee P and T.O.N.E-z who Freeze mentored.

Article source: http://hiphopdx.com/news/id.46427/title.close-friends-say-goodbye-to-nyc-hip-hop-pioneer-chuck-freeze