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Cory J drops off sultry new record “Play It Cool”

R&B is in safe hands, and looking at another stellar year.


West Oakland CA’s emoter Cory J continues his impressive run of singles with his new buttery record “Play It Cool”.

Slowing it down with his first single of the year, the R&B/ Soul crooner opens the year with this mellowed-soothing cut reminding us that our relationships are to die for on this steamy record.


“This song is about that one shorty you got and everyone wants what yall have. The homegirls wish they had it. Haters hating but, its no need to “play it cool” you still better “act up…”” he said.


The track sees him and his girl’s relationship at the center of attention, as depicted in the cover art – a feeling many of us resonate with.


Although being in a relationship can be an interpersonal affair between two people, it’s inevitable that we don’t live in an island and that there are always going to be people around us whether friends, family, associates, society, and the extended internet followers who will attempt to get involved in our relationship one way or another.


On this track, Cory explores being in an almost toxic love where two lovers (him & his better half) are intimately & fully focused on one another without distractions, but he knows there are distractions.


The instrumental is somberly arousing, the drums are just perfectly placed, his gingerly vocals lay on top of the music feverishly and this makes for a well-knit all round song to drive to late at night or light candles to on a night in.


If you’re trying to play a girl you like some music, start the night off with this one.
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The best new music to check out this weekend

latto new music friday

Happy New Music Friday! Another end of the work week means a surplus a new slappers to bless the AUX cord with. Listeners have a lot of releases to digest, with new music from Latto, Nigo, Buddy, and more. For those looking for new music to add, we have you cover with the best new songs out from this week.

Lost and Found Freestyle by Nigo ft. Tyler, the Creator and A$AP Rocky

At long last, WANG$AP releases a fresh collaboration on Nigo’s new album, I Know NIGO! Nigo has a number of features on his latest project, but this track is definitely an early standout. Every time the duo team up on tracks, it’s always met with high energy and this one is no different. The Lil Jon sample pumps pure octane into the horns-infused track as Rocky and Tyler trade verses.

Happy Hour by Buddy ft. T-Pain

Buddy’s album cut “Happy Hour” is a sensual ode to the bar that hits as hard as the drinks do. His versatility is in full effect as he turns the slow-grinding jam into a certified hit that’s hard not to run back. Buddy taps in with the king of after-hour anthems, T-Pain, as they play bartender and deliver a seducing track.

Sunshine by Latto ft. Lil Wayne and Childish Gambino

Latto arrives with her sophomore album and takes a victory lap with her new song, “Sunshine”. The Atlanta rapper takes listeners to church as she remains unfazed spitting across the triumphant track. Her star power shines on here as she effortlessly flows through her bars while highlighting her singing abilities on the chorus. The track also features two great guest verses from Lil Wayne and Childish Gambino. Her 777 album is filled with hits, but “Sunshine” is definitely a sleeper that could impact that charts soon.

breakfast by Fana Hues

Fana Hues’ “breakfast” is just one of the many gems found on her latest project. The R&B singer is one that everyone should be keeping on their radar and the smooth track proves it. The warm instrumentation meshes perfectly with Fana’s soft, inviting voice, playing easy like a Sunday morning. From the moment it plays, it grabs you in and wraps you tight like a slow dance with the love of your life. If you’re looking for new R&B, it’s definitely worth giving ‘breakfast’ a listen, along with her new album flora + fana.

Free The Shiners by 42 Dugg and EST Gee

CMG’s star signees EST Gee and 42 Dugg join forces for the gritty track “Free the Shiners”. Both rappers are coming off big years and still manage to sound hungrier than ever. The two waste no time going back-and-forth with bars across the combative instrumental. The song is a standout collaboration from Gee and Dugg, as it may mark the first offering from their forthcoming project.