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Kamaiyah Releases New Album 'Another Summer Night' Ft Jay Worthy & 03 Greedo Photo Kamaiyah Releases New Album 'Another Summer Night' Ft Jay Worthy & 03 Greedo
by Michael Major - November 24, 2023

The former XXL Freshmen Class member's swagger and charismatic raps shine through on Another Summer Night, and the funky, freaky spirit of her hometown of Oakland remains a core and vital element in her music.  Along with the release of her new album, Kamaiyah also released a new video for “Steppin'...

Kamaiyah Releases New Single 'Groupies' & Announces New Album Photo Kamaiyah Releases New Single 'Groupies' & Announces New Album
by Michael Major - November 15, 2023

Kamaiyah releases new single and video for 'Groupies' and announces upcoming album 'Another Summer Night' featuring Jay Worthy and 03 Greedo. Along with the new single and video, Kamaiyah has also announced her new album Another Summer Night.  You can watch the video for “Groupies” below and the sin...

Jay Worthy X Kamaiyah & Harry Fraud Release 'The Am3rican Dream' LP Ft Ty Dolla $ign, Photo Jay Worthy X Kamaiyah & Harry Fraud Release 'The Am3rican Dream' LP Ft Ty Dolla $ign, Guapdad 4000, Max B & More
by Michael Major - October 13, 2023

Jay Worthy, Kamaiyah, and Harry Fraud have released their new album 'The Am3rican Dream' featuring Ty Dolla $ign, Guapdad 4000, Max B, and more. The album is produced entirely by Harry Fraud. Watch the new 'Pull Up' video featuring Ty Dolla $ign....

Big Freedia Releases 'Central City' Album Photo Big Freedia Releases 'Central City' Album
by Michael Major - June 23, 2023

This long-awaited album features an all-star lineup of guest artists, including Lil Wayne, Faith Evans, Ciara, Kelly Price, Boyfriend, Kamaiyah, Sonyae, and The Soul Rebels. Together, they contribute to the eclectic and vibrant soundscapes that Big Freedia has meticulously crafted for 'Central City....

Big Freedia, Lil Wayne & Boyfriend Join Forces on 'El Niño' Photo Big Freedia, Lil Wayne & Boyfriend Join Forces on 'El Niño'
by Michael Major - June 19, 2023

NOLA Bounce Icon Big Freedia is back with a fiery track “El Niño”. Releasing as a salute to Juneteenth, the song boasts features from Lil Wayne and Boyfriend. Alongside Lil Wayne and Boyfriend, the album features captivating collaborations with esteemed artists such as Faith Evans, Ciara, Kelly Pric...

Watch: Oakstop Alliance Shares New Lyric Video For 'Just Because' Off ROYALTY SUMMIT Photo Watch: Oakstop Alliance Shares New Lyric Video For 'Just Because' Off ROYALTY SUMMIT Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 01, 2023

Oakland-based nonprofit Oakstop Alliance has returned with a brand-new visual for 'Just Because' from their new album 'Royalty Summit.' ...

Oakstop Alliance Presents 'Royalty Summit' Album Photo Oakstop Alliance Presents 'Royalty Summit' Album
by Michael Major - December 23, 2022

Oakland, California is an undeniable breeding ground for culture and talent. The city has spawned musical greats such as Kehlani, Raphael Saadiq, Kamaiyah, Fantastic Negrito and many others. Local artists have long expressed the desire to cultivate the musical scene to provide the creative resources...

Fuze The MC, GAM, Tone Oliver, Honest In 10land, & Michael Sneed Connect On New Singl Photo Fuze The MC, GAM, Tone Oliver, Honest In 10land, & Michael Sneed Connect On New Single 'Programmin''
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 05, 2022

Oakland-based nonprofit Oakstop Alliance is presenting 'Programmin',' the second single from their forthcoming compilation album Royalty Summit. 'Programmin'' is a soulful laidback Rap tune produced by Michael Sneed and featuring Fuze the MC, GAM, Tone Oliver, & Honest in 10land....

Oakstop Alliance Unveils Debut Single 'Just Because' Ft. Homeboy Sandman, Honest In 1 Photo Oakstop Alliance Unveils Debut Single 'Just Because' Ft. Homeboy Sandman, Honest In 10land, & Tone Oliver
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 18, 2022

Oakland, CA nonprofit Oakstop Alliance has announced the upcoming Royalty Summit album. Through Oakstop's newly formed Oakland Resident initiative, the nonprofit and acclaimed emcee Homeboy Sandman have curated a 12-track album showcasing the city's emerging artists....

VIDEO: Jay Worthy & Harry Fraud Share 'Tonight' Music Video Photo VIDEO: Jay Worthy & Harry Fraud Share 'Tonight' Music Video
by Michael Major - August 11, 2022

Jay Worthy and Harry Fraud have a long-standing collaborative history. Even as established in the industry as they both are, a lot has transpired since the last time they connected, Eat When You’re Hungry, Sleep When You’re Tired (2020), and there’s little debating that both artists have experienced...

Te'Amir To Release ABYSSINIA Photo Te'Amir To Release ABYSSINIA
by Tori Hartshorn - December 11, 2018

Acclaimed Los Angeles drummer and producer Te'Amir [pronounced Taah-mer] ties together his 2018 two-part EP series of beat driven and soulful explorations Abyssinia & Abyssinia Rise, together inspired by his Ethiopian heritage, for release as one vinyl full-length LP, January 25 on Tru Thoughts. Th...

TE'AMIR Releases Second EP Of 2018, ABYSSINIA RISE Today On Tru Thoughts Photo TE'AMIR Releases Second EP Of 2018, ABYSSINIA RISE Today On Tru Thoughts
by Tori Hartshorn - October 19, 2018

Acclaimed Los Angeles drummer and producer Te'Amir released his second EP of 2018, Abyssinia Rise, today on Tru Thoughts.  Abyssinia Rise follows the July release of the Abyssinia EP which gained recognition from tastemakers such as Jeremy Sole (KCRW) and Garth Trinidad (KCRW), producer and DJ Carlo...

Te'Amir Releases New Single BLUE NILE, Announces Second EP Of 2018 Photo Te'Amir Releases New Single BLUE NILE, Announces Second EP Of 2018
by Tori Hartshorn - September 18, 2018

Acclaimed Los Angeles drummer and producer Te'Amir released his latest single, “Blue Nile”, today, after the track premiered yesterday via LA Record, announcing his sophomore EP of 2018,Abyssinia Rise, will arrive October 19 on Tru Thoughts – watch the teaser video.  To celebrate, Te'Amir will perfo...

STAPLES Center Concert Line-Ups Announced for BET Experience at L.A. LIVE Presented b Photo STAPLES Center Concert Line-Ups Announced for BET Experience at L.A. LIVE Presented by Coca-Cola
by Macon Prickett - April 11, 2018

BET NETWORKS and AEG have announced the first wave of star-studded talent that will take the stage at the 6th annual BET Experience at L.A. LIVE presented by Coca-Cola taking place June 21-24. This year's line-up of concerts at STAPLES Center will feature some of today's hottest artists including Ch...

Soundset Announces 2018 Lineup, Tickets On Sale Friday 3/2 Photo Soundset Announces 2018 Lineup, Tickets On Sale Friday 3/2
by Macon Prickett - February 28, 2018

With Spring fast approaching, Rhymesayers Entertainment and Rose Presents reveal the details for the 11th annual Soundset Festival. Once again, the pre-eminent Midwest music and lifestyle experience takes over the Minnesota State Fairgrounds on the Midway Sunday May 27, 2018....

Jay Z, Gorillaz & More Set for 2nd Annual Meadows Music & Arts Festival
by Caryn Robbins - May 09, 2017

ounders Entertainment is proud to announce the lineup for the second annual edition of The Meadows Music And Arts Festival, taking place September 15th to 17th in Queens, New York at the Citi Field complex....












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