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Blood Orange, ‘Charcoal Baby’ | Track Review

Blood Orange (Dev Hynes), makes a compelling return with “Charcoal Baby,” an advance single from his fourth studio album, ‘Negro Swan.’  

Drake Remains Dominant, 6ix9ine Comes Up | Chart Happenings

Chart Happenings no. 5: Drake remains dominant on both the Billboard 200 and the Billboard Hot 100, while 6ix9ine debuts at no. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100.

10 Rap Songs with Lyrics that Reference Draco | Playlist

“10 Rap Songs with Lyrics that Reference Draco” features music courtesy of 6ix9ine, BlocBoy JB, Future, Migos, and Rich the Kid.

Smokepurpp, ‘Nephew’ | Track Review

Smokepurpp continues to be light on substance on his latest single, “Nephew.” Nonetheless, he and featured guest Lil Pump provide some replay value.

BROCKHAMPTON, ‘1997 Diana’ | Track Review

LA-based hip-hop collective BROCKHAMPTON follows up “1999 WILDFIRE” and “1998 TRUMAN,” with their third single of 2018, “1997 DIANA.”

The Chainsmokers, ‘Side Effects’ | Track Review

Grammy-winning dance/pop production duo The Chainsmokers return with a new single, “Side Effects,” featuring frequent collaborator, Emily Warren.

Faith Evans, ‘A Minute’ | Track Review

Veteran R&B artist Faith Evans enlists new hubby and singer Stevie J on her romantic new single, “A Minute.” It’s imperfect, but respectable.

YG, ‘Handgun’ | Track Review

YG taps A$AP Rocky for “Handgun,” the third advance from his third studio LP, ‘Stay Dangerous.’  While relatively catchy, the record is a bit underwhelming.

Jordan Smith, ‘Feel Good’ | Track Review

The Voice Season 9 winner Jordan Smith makes a short, but sweet, energetic and spirited return with his uplifting single, “Feel Good.”

RL Grime, ‘Light Me Up’ | Track Review

Miguel and Julia Michaels appear on “Light Me Up,” one of the bright spots from ‘NOVA,’ the sophomore LP from electronic producer RL Grime.