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ENTERTAINMENT: B2K Is Reuniting and Going on Tour in 2019 / Best New Tracks: 21 Savage, YG, Quavo, Meek Mill, Sauce Walka & More
Early aughts boy band B2K has announced they are reuniting for the first time in nearly 15 years and going on tour next year. The Millennium Tour will include original members Omarion, J-Boog, Raz-B and Lil’ Fizz hitting over 20 cities in March 2019. To add to the nostalgia, featured acts Mario, Ying Yang Twins, Lloyd, Chingy, Bobby V and Pretty Ricky are slated to join the group. While dates and locations have yet to be announced, Omarion shared an early look at the poster and hinted at a worldwide tour.
In recent weeks, our Best New Tracks series has featured new releases from the likes of Ice Cube, A.CHAL, Yhung T.O. and others. Notably, selections from Earl Sweatshirt, Lil Baby, Peewee Longway, DaBoii, Icewear Vezzo, Rucci, 1TakeJay and similarly-skilled artists also popped up in our end-of-week writeups. Now, with only one full week in 2018 left, we’re back with one of this year’s final Best New Tracks editorials.
This week, 21 Savage, Meek Mill, YG, Quavo, Blueface, Sauce Walka, Almighty Suspect, Mozzy, FMB DZ and RoadRunner GlockBoyz Tez dominated the scene, giving 2018’s second-to-last seven-day-stretch new visuals, singles and projects worth multiple replays. Most likely, you’ll be revisiting these releases long after this year’s last hour hits its final second.
YG featuring Quavo- “Slay”
Scott Dudelson/Getty Images
YG is back with a brand new video for one of the standout collaborations on his latest studio album, Stay Dangerous. The latest visual offering from the West Coast native comes to us in support of “Slay,” Migos superstar Quavo. The “Slay” video comes complete with models, performances on makeshift pedestals, YG and Quavo’s own stairways to heaven, stylish outfits and more.
Blueface – “Bleed It”
Cole Bennett/Lyrical Lemonade
LA’s most polarizing and fastest-rising new rapper continues his ascent up the rap ranks. Following the instant viral success of the videos for the “Respect My Crypn,” “Studio” and “Next Big Thing” singles, Blueface serves up another new visual for “Bleed It”. This time around, the controversial superstar-in-the-making and Cash Money West signee links up with Lyrical Lemonade architect Cole Bennett to cook up his latest music video, guaranteeing yet another hit-record and -video. In just 48 hours, Blueface’s “Bleed It” video has already racked up over three million views with ease, ensuring his spot at the very top of the West Coast rap-renaissance once 2019 begins.
21 Savage- i am > i was
Epic Records
Closing out 2018 on a high note, 21 Savage returns with a new — and his second overall — studio album, i am > i was. The follow-up to his 14-track debut LP, 2017’s Issa Album, 21’s latest full-length effort features appearances by Post Malone, Childish Gambino, J. Cole, Offset, and ScHoolboy Q. For the production on his sophomore album, 21 Savage chose to work with DJ Dahi, Metro Boomin, FKi 1st, Southside, Wheezy, Cardo, TM88, Kid Hazel and others.
Meek Mill – “Trauma”
MIKE COPPOLA/GETTY IMAGES
Meek Mill has released a video for “Trauma,” one of the standout cuts off his latest studio album, Championships. “Trauma” is being pushed and promoted as the latest Championships single, and its accompanying visual was brought to life by director Will Ngo. The “Trauma” clip sees Meek Mill rap alongside a younger version of himself, delivering bars about the police state and his incarceration over a sample of the Mobb Deep classic “Get Away.” Altogether, director Will Ngo and his crew aim to use the “Trauma” video to give viewers a better understanding of Meek Mill’s upbringing and trials and tribulations
Sauce Walka – Sauce Ghetto Gospel
TSF
Following up this past August’s expansive Drip God album, Texas titan Sauce Walka serves up another new full-length effort, Sauce Ghetto Gospel. The influential, trend-setting rapper’s latest project is made up of 17 new tracks, and carries a lean list of features: Jim Jones, BG Kenny Lou, Peso, Big Baby Flava, Sauce Gohan and Trav are the only artists listed as guest contributors on Sauce Ghetto Gospel.
Almighty Suspect – “PayForMyPresence”
INSOMNIA MUSIC GROUP
As California’s hip-hop scene nears creative heights not seen since the ’90s, high-quality new projects, singles, videos and artists are starting to flood the market at such a swift pace that you’re bound to miss some of the notable sounds pouring out from the West Coast. However, as one of this current resurgence’s originators and most consistent talents, Almighty Suspect continues to prove he’s an artist whose output is worth prioritizing. Now, closing out his best year yet, the southern California rapper is back with a new full-length and possibly his strongest project yet, Almighty. Ensuring the effort receives the proper attention, he is also releasing a string of videos in support of its highlights. For his latest vignette, Almighty Suspect revisits “PayForMyPresence,” linking up with his go-to video crew at Insomnia Music Group to deliver a straightforward video.
Mozzy – “Black Hearted”
Nick Walker
Back in October, Mozzy released the full-length follow-up to 2017’s incredible, critically-acclaimed 1 Up Top Ahk album, Gangland Landlord. Continuing to support the 18-track body of work, the Sacramento star is back with a new visual for one of its standout selections, “Black Hearted.” Mozzy’s new “Black Hearted” video comes to us courtesy of SUJ, Mozzy’s go-to visual collaborator. An early fan-favorite, “Black Hearted” is one of those heart-wrenching, soul-searching records that plays to Mozzy’s strengths as a sage of the streets whose once-in-a-generation talents allow his words to reach far beyond the boundaries of conventional gangsta rap.
FMB DZ – The Gift 2
Audible Treats
This past summer, Detroit’s FMB DZ kept his momentum going by releasing a no-frills, straightforward studio project known as In My Bag. Closing out his best year yet, the fast-rising Motor City hometown-hero is back with another hard-hitting body of work, The Gift 2. For his latest major release, FMB DZ compiles together 16 new tracks, producing a lengthy effort for the winter and beyond. Notably, this new project features contributions from Sada Baby, DaBoii, Snap Dogg, ALLBLACK, Mozzy, Kash Doll and others.
STREETWEAR: 'Richardson' Magazine to Release First-Edition Copies & Exclusive Merch
In light of Black Friday, Richardson Magazine is set to release first-edition copies of its earliest issues, A1-A3, dating back to 1998. Launching in super-limited quantities, the covers spotlight Jenna Jameson, Alisha Klass, and Tori Black. Accompanying the issues, the multi-faceted label will purvey an exclusive range of T-shirts autographed by Tori Black, Alexis Texas, Skin Diamond, Dana DeArmond, and James Deen. Furthermore, discounted pricing on past lineups will also be up for grabs.
The Richardson 20th Anniversary Archive Sale will launch exclusively at its New York outpost starting November 23 through November 25, 11-7 p.m. EST. Head over to Richardson’s official website to learn more. In other fashion news, Kiko Mizuhara graces the latest SNEEZE Magazine No.37 issue.
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ARTZ: Daniel Arsham to Release 'Hollow Figure' Sculptural Edition / JOYA & Arsham Studio to Release Limited Edition 'EXOPLANET CANDLE'
Daniel Arsham is set to release a new sculptural edition entitled Hollow Figure. Drawing inspiration from the artist’s life-sized sculpture under his Architectural Anomalies series, the must-have collectible portrays the likeness of a human subject completely ensnared in a blown fabric. However, the existence of the figure disappears when viewed from behind. Collectively, versions of this sculpture have been exhibited at “The Fabric Workshop Museum in Philadelphia (2012), Carré d’Art de Nîmes, France (2009), and Museu Oi Futuro Rio de Jainero, Brazil (2017),” as per the artist in an Instagram caption noting the release.
Hollow Figure will see an official release on Daniel Arsham’s website this December 3 at noon EST. Sizing and pricing details have yet to be confirmed. Elsewhere, take a look at this week’s best art drops.
Brooklyn-based fragrance design studio JOYA and Arsham Studio teamed up on a special edition EXOPLANET CANDLE. The functional art object was inspired by Daniel Arsham’s firsthand experience at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory “where much of the focus is on the search for exoplanets,” said the artist in an Instagram caption.
The hand-sculpted piece features a unique scent “that has permeated my exhibitions all over the world,” added Arsham. Limited to 500 units, the candle is set to launch this November 16 at 12 p.m. EST at Daniel Arsham’s website. Check it out above and let us know if it’s on your radar for purchase.
FASHION: 'Avant' Magazine Explores American Workwear in First Volume
Avant Magazine recently released its first volume that explores the rich history behind American workwear. The Anthology on American Workwear issue chronicles the apparel fandom since the California Gold Rush alongside interviews with denim archaeologist Brit Eaton and Rin Tanaka. Highlights in the publication include a story on “Denim Hunters,” a conversation with Wouter Munnichs who is an expert on denim and founder of Long John, as well as discussions with Larry McKaughan who founded Heller’s cafe and is an avid vintage collector. Conclusively, the unique cover was made by Mark Maggiori with a series of antique pictures, still lifes, and illustrations of western America observed across the issue.
View select pages above and purchase a copy now on Avant‘s website for $25 USD.
STREETWEAR: YEEZY
The YEEZY Season 6 Zine has officially arrived and features imagery by critically acclaimed photographer Jackie Nickerson. The 116-page mini book shares a close look at Kanye West‘s YEEZY footwear, apparel and accessories.
Since the zine has no text, Nickerson’s imagery paints a rich, visual narrative. The photographs showcase members of the YEEZY cast including Abella Danger, Hafiia Mira, Amina Blue and Chanel Postrel captured at West’s Calabasas design studio. Notably, the images were shot during the aftermath of the 2017 wildfires. The ashen, damaged landscape of the Sant Monica Mountains provide a vivid backdrop when paired with the tonal shades of the collection. The YEEZY Season 6 Zine is a softcover and measures 27.3 x 41.9 cm.
Head over to Steidl’s website to purchase your copy now for €30 EUR (approximately $34 USD).
adidas’ YEEZY BOOST 350 V2 “Static Reflective” are slated to release on December 26 and will retail for $220 USD. The silhouette will be available exclusively at YEEZY SUPPLY’s web store.
Official images of adidas and Kanye West’s YEEZY BOOST 350 V2 “Static” have surfaced. It has been confirmed that the reflective sneaker will be released in a limited quantity at the end of the month.
The photos showcase the signature Primeknit upper which sits atop a BOOST midsole. The “SPLY-350” stamp is replaced with a translucent detailing adding a new detail to the popular line of footwear. The snowy pair is perfect for those who want a trendy alternative to white sneakers.
The adidas YEEZY BOOST 350 V2 “Static” is scheduled to release on December 27 for $250 USD. Shoppers will be able to pick up their sizes at YEEZY SUPPLY. A reflective option has also appeared but a stock date has yet to be confirmed.
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