NAV came out of a short ‘retirement’ last week, as his XO label dropped the EP Brown Boy. As promised soon after that project was released, the Toronto native returns with his new full-length LP, Bad Habits. Executive produced by The Weeknd, the 17-song album features appearances The Weeknd, Young Thug, Meek Mill, Lil’ Durk and Gunna.

Leading up to its release, some controversy popped up as NAV revealed a collaboration with Lil’ Uzi Vert was left off. The reason? According to the XO star, DJ Drama and Don Cannon refused to clear Uzi’s verse. Earlier this year the rapper announced he’s “done with music,” with rumors circulating that the Philadelphia star is frustrated with his label, Generation Next, run by Drama and Cannon. In a statement on Thursday (Mar. 21), DJ Drama says “We’ve cleared 4 NAV records. And it’s not about the money because we turned down $100K.”

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Previously:
NAV – Brown Boy (EP)
NAV – “Know Me”

Since putting out their 2009 joint album earlier this month, Wiz Khalifa and Curren$y have kept fans engaged by rolling out music videos. After “Forever Ball,” “The Life” and “Plot Twist,” the two rap stars return with a visual for “Stoned Gentlemen.” Like the previous videos, Wiz and Spitta enjoy some high-grade smoke, good drinks, and the presence of female fans red cupping backstage.

Watch below.

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Previously:
Wiz Khalifa & Currensy – “Plot Twist” (Video)
Wiz Khalifa & Currensy – “The Life” (Video)
Wiz Khalifa & Currensy – “Forever Ball” (Video)
Nardwuar vs. Currensy & Wiz Khalifa (Video)
Wiz Khalifa & Currensy – 2009 (Album Stream)

Jim Jones debuts a new video for his The Heatmakerz collaboration “Cristal Occasions.” The Harlem capo filmed the visuals at this year’s Roc Nation Brunch. Jimmy and the producers are also working on a full length project.

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Cardi B is set to star in Pepsi’s new ad, set to debut during the NFL Super Bowl next month. Ahead of its premiere, Pepsi drops a short teaser starring the Grammy-nominated rapper. Sitting inside a diner, Cardi is seen smiling while tapping a Pepsi can with her diamond encrusted nails. The teaser closes out with the ‘Bodak Yellow’ star’s trademark “Okurrrrrr.” Lil Jon and Steve Carell are also set to appear in the upcoming ad. The NFL Super Bowl LIII airs Feb. 3 at 6:30 p.m. EST/3:30 p.m. PST, between the New England Patriots and Los Angeles Rams live from Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Maroon 5, Travis Scott and Big Boi will perform during the Pepsi-sponsored halftime show. Watch the teaser below.

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Previously: Cardi B, Post Malone, Janelle Monáe To Perform at 2019 GRAMMYs

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is set to hit theatres nationwide on Friday (Dec. 14), starring Shameik Moore, Jake Johnson, Hailee Steinfeld, Mahershala Ali, and more. The sci-fi fantasy film is supported by a motion picture soundtrack, loaded with some of today’s biggest stars in music. Lead by the single “Sunflower” by Post Malone and Swae Lee, the 13-track compilation LP also features Nicki Minaj, Lil’ Wayne, Vince Staples, Ty Dolla $ign, Jaden Smith, Juice WRLD, Amine, Denzel Curry, Jacquees, the late XXXTENTACION and more.

Press play on the Spider-Verse soundtrack below.

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Previously:
Lil’ Wayne & Ty Dolla Sign Feat. XXXTENTACION – “Scared of the Dark”
Post Malone & Swae Lee – “Sunflower”

As the young rookie in A$AP Mob, Smooky MarGielaa has already collaborated with the likes of ScHoolboy Q, Playboi Carti and, of course, the Mob’s MVPs. But the 16-year-old Bronx rapper’s new solo offering is a real star-studded affair as he jumps on a “Flight to Memphis” with Chris Brown, A$AP Rocky and Juicy J. Stay tuned for Smooky’s debut album coming soon.

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Related: New Music: Smooky Margiela feat. JRich Ent. “Shawty”

PnB Rock is slowly gearing up towards the release of his TrapStar Turnt PopStar project. The rapper/singer recently gave fans a taste with “All Of Us” featuring A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie and Lil’ Durk. The Jersey/Philadelphia native is now back quickly with another record, this time bringing Lil’ Skies on the melodic, relationship themed “Fuck U Think U Goin.” Produced by SladeDaMonsta, stream it below.

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New Music: PnB Rock Feat. Lil’ Skies – “Fuck U Think U Goin”

Previously: PnB Rock Feat. A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie & Lil Durk – “All Of Us”

With “Get the Strap” still moving in the streets, Uncle Murda is back with another one right in time for hoody season. Holding down the tri-state area, the Brooklyn rapper brings Dave East into to mix on the new record “Hold Up.” Watch the pair mob out with pretty women and fancy cars in the Gambino-directed clip.

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Previously: Uncle Murda Feat. Casanova, 6ix9ine & 50 Cent – “Get the Strap” (Video)

CMG’s Blac Youngsta is as loyal as they come. When you have issues with Yo Gotti and his crew, the Memphis hustler will never let the beef die out — no matter what. Watch Youngsta reiterate his beliefs in his latest video.

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Bobby Shmurda remains in high spirits as he does his prison time in Clinton. He checks in with ThisIs50 and opens up about how he is maintaining, alleged rap beefs, his high hopes for the future and more.

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