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The Bigger Artist
''The Bigger Artist'' is the debut studio album by American rapper A Boogie wit da Hoodie. It was released on September 29, 2017, by Highbridge and Atlantic Records, serving as the second commercial release with Atlantic. The album features guest appearances from Chris Brown, Trey Songz, Kodak Black, 21 Savage, PnB Rock, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, Robin Thicke and Don Q. Meanwhile, production comes from Metro Boomin, DJ Mustard, Murda Beatz, and Cardo, among others. The album received widespread critical acclaim, who praised A Boogie's ability to blend melody with introspective lyricism. Background The album was announced on July 17, 2017. The album's cover art was revealed on September 3, 2017. The tracklist and pre-order was released on September 8, 2017. Singles The lead single, "Drowning" featuring Kodak Black, was released on March 10, 2017. " Beast Mode" featuring PnB Rock and YoungBoy Never Broke Again, was released as a pre-order single on September 8, 2017. The second ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie
Artist Julius Dubose (born December 6, 1995), known professionally as A Boogie wit da Hoodie or simply A Boogie, is an American rapper, and singer-songwriter. He released his debut studio album, '' The Bigger Artist'', via Atlantic Records in 2017. Led by the ''Billboard'' Hot 100-top 20 single "Drowning" (featuring Kodak Black), the album was met with critical praise and peaked at number four on the ''Billboard'' 200. His second album, '' Hoodie SZN'' (2018), peaked atop the ''Billboard'' 200, while his third, '' Artist 2.0'' (2020) peaked at number two; the albums were met with divided critical reception and supported by his second and third top 20 singles, " Look Back at It" and "Numbers" (featuring Roddy Ricch, Gunna and London on da Track), respectively. At the BET Awards 2018, Dubose won Best New Artist. His fourth album, '' Me vs. Myself'' (2022), peaked at number six on the ''Billboard'' 200 and received positive reviews. His fifth album, '' Better Off Alone'' recei ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Studio Album
An album is a collection of audio recordings (e.g., music) issued on a medium such as compact disc (CD), Phonograph record, vinyl (record), audio tape (like 8-track cartridge, 8-track or Cassette tape, cassette), or digital distribution, digital. Albums of recorded sound were developed in the early 20th century as individual 78 rpm records (78s) collected in a bound book resembling a photo album; this format evolved after 1948 into single vinyl LP record, long-playing (LP) records played at rpm. The album was the dominant form of recorded music expression and consumption from the mid-1960s to the early 21st century, a period known as the ''album era''. Vinyl LPs are still issued, though album sales in the 21st-century have mostly focused on CD and MP3 formats. The 8-track tape was the first tape format widely used alongside vinyl from 1965 until being phased out by 1983, being gradually supplanted by the cassette tape throughout the 1970s and early 1980s; the popul ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Beast Mode (A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Song)
Beast mode or beastmode, may refer to: Stage and screen * ''Beast Mode'' (film), a 2020 horror comedy film starring C. Thomas Howell * "Beastmode", a 2015 episode of ''Deadliest Catch'' Music Albums * ''Beast Mode'' (Juvenile album), a 2010 album by American rapper Juvenile * ''Beast Mode'' (mixtape), a 2015 mixtape by American rapper Future *''Beast Mode'', a 2015 EP by American rapper Jaden Smith *''Beastmode'', a 2016 album by Audio (musician) Songs *"Beast Mode", a song by B.o.B (2011) *"Beast Mode", a song on Ludacris' album '' Ludaversal'' (2015) *"Beast Mode", a song on A Boogie wit da Hoodie's album ''The Bigger Artist'' (2017) *"Beast Mode", a song by Anirudh on the soundtrack of the film ''Beast'' (2022) *"Beastmode", a 2008 song by Murder-C off the album '' Screamin' 4 Vengeance'' *"Beastmode", a 2011 song by Liquid Assassin and Hopsin off the album ''Cardell''; see Hopsin discography *"Beastmode", a 2015 song and single by Alvin Risk and Hodgy *"Beastmode", a 202 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Rap-Up
''Rap-Up'' is a magazine launched in 2001 by founder Devin Lazerine. The publication was originally a website devoted to hip hop, until Lazerine decided to pitch the possibility of a magazine to several publishers. The magazine is focused on the hip hop and R&B aspect of the music industry, and predominantly features interviews with artists, actors and other entertainers. Issued quarterly, the magazine's target audience was the 14 to 28 demographic, although the demographic has become older over time. The magazine's first two issues were one time deals, although Lazerine and his brother Cameron received attention for their age and white background. The magazine restarted publication in 2005, when it managed to sell enough copies to ensure future releases. A separate handbook has been released, chronicling the history of hip hop, "Rap-Up:The Ultimate Guide to Hip-Hop and R&B". History ''Rap-Up'' was founded by Devin Lazerine when he was 15 years old as an after-school hobby; th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
XXL (magazine)
''XXL'' is an American hip hop magazine, published by Townsquare Media, founded in 1997. History In August 1997, Harris Publications released the first issue of ''XXL''. It featured rappers Jay-Z and Master P on a double cover. In December 2006, ''XXL'' took over the struggling hip-hop producer and DJ magazine '' Scratch'' (another publication owned by Harris Publications), re-branding it as ''XXL Presents Scratch Magazine''. However ''Scratch'' shut down less than a year later in September 2007. Other titles with limited runs have been launched under the ''XXL'' brand, including ''Hip-Hop Soul'', ''Eye Candy'' and '' Shade 45''. ''XXL'' has released many other special projects including tour programs, mixtapes and exclusive DVDs. ''XXL'' also maintains a popular website, which provides daily hip hop news, original content and content from the magazine. In 2014, Townsquare Media acquired ''XXL'', ''King'' and ''Antenna'' from Harris Publications. On October 14, 2014, Townsq ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Don Q (rapper)
Le'Quincy Anderson (born April 28, 1990), better known by his stage name Don Q, is an American rapper. He is best known for his collaborations with labelmate A Boogie wit da Hoodie. Early life Le'Quincy Anderson was born and raised in the Bronx in New York City. He began writing raps in the 5th grade but did not start taking rap seriously until high school, he first rapped in a booth at the age of 16. Don grew up listening to artists such as Cassidy, Fabolous, Jadakiss, Styles P, Lloyd Banks and Jay-Z. As he got older he began battle rapping in the streets, parks, and different blocks which helped him build confidence. Don began battling because he was inspired by the Smack DVD series. Don's first stage name was Q da Don, he would then change it to Don Q, after the popular rum after seeing it on the shelves at local liquor stores. Don released his first mixtape at 17. The mixtape was in dedication to Andre "Pop" Davidson, a standout basketball player at John F. Kennedy High S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Robin Thicke
Robin Alan Thicke (born March 10, 1977) is an American singer, songwriter and record producer. He is best known for his 2013 single " Blurred Lines" (featuring T.I. and Pharrell Williams), which peaked atop the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, received diamond certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), and remains one of the best-selling singles of all time. At the 56th Annual Grammy Awards, it received nominations for Record of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. Thicke is a son of actress Gloria Loring and actor Alan Thicke. Prior to pursuing his recording career, he was discovered by R&B singer Brian McKnight, for whom he produced and co-wrote several songs. He was led to do so for other R&B acts such as Brandy Norwood, Color Me Badd, Brownstone, 3T, Chanté Moore, and Kevon Edmonds; his work led him to sign with Interscope Records at the age of 16. The label released his blue-eyed soul-inspired debut studio album, '' A Beautiful World'' (2 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
YoungBoy Never Broke Again
Kentrell DeSean Gaulden (born October 20, 1999), known professionally as YoungBoy Never Broke Again or NBA YoungBoy, is an American rapper. From Louisiana, United States, Gaulden released eight independent mixtapes and garnered a regional following for his work. He signed with Atlantic Records and Artist Partner Group in the latter year to release the singles "Untouchable (YoungBoy Never Broke Again song), Untouchable" and "No Smoke (YoungBoy Never Broke Again song), No Smoke", both of which marked his first entries on the Billboard Hot 100, ''Billboard'' Hot 100. Released in January of the following year, his single "Outside Today" became his first to peak within the top 40 of the chart, and received RIAA certification, quadruple platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). It served as both his mainstream breakthrough and the lead single for his debut studio album, ''Until Death Call My Name'' (2018), which peaked at number seven on the US Bi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
PnB Rock
Rakim Hasheem Allen (December 9, 1991 – September 12, 2022), known professionally as PnB Rock, was an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Allen signed with Atlantic Records in 2015 and gained initial recognition for his 2016 single, "Selfish". His first ''Billboard'' Hot 100 entry, it received triple platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and served as lead single for his commercial mixtape '' GTTM: Goin Thru the Motions'' (2017), which entered the ''Billboard'' 200. His debut studio album, '' Catch These Vibes'' (2017) peaked at number 17 on the chart, while his second album, '' TrapStar Turnt PopStar'' (2019) peaked at number four. Allen also guest performed on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100-top 40 singles " Cross Me" by Ed Sheeran, "Changes" by XXXTentacion, " Dangerous" by Meek Mill, and " Everyday We Lit" by YFN Lucci during his lifetime. He was chosen as part of the 2017 ''XXL'' Freshman Class. P ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
21 Savage
Shéyaa Bin Abraham-Joseph (born October 22, 1992), known professionally as 21 Savage, is an American-British rapper. Born in London and raised in Atlanta, he began his recording career in 2013 and released three independent mixtapes to regional acclaim. His breakout project—the collaborative extended play (EP) with record producer Metro Boomin titled '' Savage Mode'' (2016)—peaked at number 23 on the ''Billboard'' 200. Its lead singles, " X" (featuring Future) and " No Heart" both peaked within the top 40 of the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. Later that year, he saw further recognition for his guest appearance on Drake's single " Sneakin'". He then signed a recording contract with Epic Records in January 2017. 21 Savage's debut studio album, ''Issa Album'' (2017), peaked at number two on the ''Billboard'' 200, while its lead single, "Bank Account" peaked at number 12 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. That same year, he released the collaborative album '' Without Warning'' (2017) wit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Kodak Black
Bill Kahan Kapri (born Dieuson Octave; June 11, 1997), known professionally as Kodak Black, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. He gained initial recognition following the release of his 2014 songs " No Flockin" and " Skrt", both of which led him to sign a recording contract with Atlantic Records. The former received double platinum certification by the Recording Industry of America (RIAA), while the latter received platinum certification; "No Flockin" marked his first entry on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 two years later as a sleeper hit. His 2017 single, "Tunnel Vision" was met with further success at number six on the chart and preceded the release of his debut studio album '' Painting Pictures'' (2017), which peaked at number three on the ''Billboard'' 200. His first commercial mixtape (and fifth overall), '' Project Baby 2'', was released that same year and peaked at number two on the chart, also spawning the triple platinum-certified single " Roll in Peace" (f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Trey Songz
Tremaine Aldon Neverson (born November 28, 1984), known professionally as Trey Songz, is an American Contemporary R&B, R&B singer and songwriter. After being discovered by record producer Troy Taylor (record producer), Troy Taylor in 2003, Songz signed to his record label, Songbook Entertainment, in a joint venture with Atlantic Records during that same year. His debut album, ''I Gotta Make It'' (2005), entered at number 20 on the Billboard 200, ''Billboard'' 200, while his second album, ''Trey Day'' (2007), peaked at number 11. The latter was supported by the single, "Can't Help but Wait", which peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100, ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and nominated for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards. His third album, ''Ready (Trey Songz album), Ready'' (2009), peaked at number three on the ''Billboard'' 200, spawned the ''Billboard'' Hot 100-top ten single, "Say Aah" (featuring Fabolous), and was nominated for Best Contemporary R&B Albu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
