August 22, 2023 - Remixd Magazine

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New Music Friday: The best new songs that dropped this week

RemixdMag’s best new songs this week welcome listeners to be open with their feelings. From Sexyy Red and Sukihana’s “Hood Rats” to Usher’s “Boyfriend,” these bangers push others to love without limits.

Read our selection below:

Sexyy Red – “Hood Rats (feat. Sukihana)”

Sexyy Red and Sukihana’s “Hood Rats” is an empowering anthem for all the girlies. Over the Tay Keith-produced trap cut, the two rapstresses’ deliver rhymes that push others to let their hair down. Sexyy Red and Sukihana also detail the many tricks they use underneath the sheets. Similarly, the rappers boast about their WAP’s too. “I’m lookin’ sexy, I’m lookin’ fine/No broke boys can waste my time,” Sexyy Red and Sukihana spits in the chorus. “My thoughts showin’, my booty pokin’/My pussy wet, I need a panty line.” The music video is set on a golf course and what seems to be a top-of-the-line country club.

Quavo – Rocket Power

Quavo’s highly-anticipated album, Rocket Power, has arrived after being pushed back from its August 5th release. The rapper’s second solo album serves as an emotional outlet and takes a page from his grieving process since losing his nephew and former Migos member Takeoff. Quavo shared the concept behind his album on Instagram this May. “This album is for the Rocket, our true fans, and this is my therapy,” he wrote.

“This album is a true reflection of how I feel right now. The Rocket showed me a way to make it right! Rocket Power gives me fuel and will help us all overcome whatever we’re going through.”

Usher – “Boyfriend”

Usher’s feel-good pop meets R&B offering, “Boyfriend,” finds the eight Grammy Award-winning singer in what seems to be a love triangle. In the four-minute record, he sings about having chemistry with a woman who’s already spoken for. Despite this, Usher and his crush can’t seem to stay away from one another. Because of how deeply he feels, the songwriter risks it all to be in his lover’s presence. “I try my best not to be all in your phone/But I know that’s not what you want,” Usher sings. “Might as well keep some pictures of the two of us in your home/When you slow dance by yourself, I’m right behind you.”

Lolo Zouaï – “Encore”

Lolo Zouaï sings about a person who serves as her sweet escape in “Encore.” The 2000’s-styled Oscar Scheller production finds the French-born songstress asserting that only one person can take her away from the demands of being famous. The anonymous individual relieves Lolo’s stress and asks, “let me take over the spotlight.” In turn, she stops at nothing to reciprocate the adoring energy. “Never gotta ask twice/Keep ’em waitin’ in line,” Lolo Zouaï delivers. “All the others, fake

They can’t handle what it takes/You need somewhere to get away/From all the cameras in your face.”

Icewear Veezo – “Love in The City”

Icewear Veezo drops some lessons and rhymes about the street code and how others switched up in his melodic trap offering, “Love in The City.” The Detroit-based rhymer speaks about why he stays on his grind too.

“Times hard, we get it in (Yeah)/Do it for my mother and my brother and my wife and my cousin and my kids,” he spits. “Twenty pints in the fridge (Yeah)/Riding ’round with life on the seat, the streets hot, you get ice for a bid/Got a price from the boss, straight from Cali (Yeah)/Street n***a froze in the chalet.” The song is assisted by a Boomin Films visual, which finds Icewear Veezo riding along the 6 Mile streets.

D4M $loan – I Couldn’t Decide

D4M $loan’s new project, I Couldn’t Decide, effortlessly puts Philadephia’s signature sound on the map. The 12-track project highlights D4M $ loan’s versatility and adaptability to any beat. Ultimately, D4M $ loan’s new offering represents his hunger to succeed. “This is my first album, and it showcases my Wolf side and my Swagg side,” explains D4M $loan. “When you hear it, come back to this response, and it will all make sense.” Along with his debut release, Sloan has an upcoming mini-documentary titled Places.

The producers on this LP include DJ Crazy, LilC4, Glvck, Damedollur, Deno, Hardknockk, Only1cartoon, mvmbo, DJ DiamondKuts, host with Philly’s Power 99 FM, co-host of Yo! MTV Raps and official DJ for the Philadelphia Eagles; Diego, who has worked with Chris Brown, Meg the Stallion, Post Malone, and Latto; and Mini Boom, the son of legendary music video director Benny Boom, who has produced for Busta Rhymes and Fivio Foreign.

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Interview: Leon Thomas on the making of his debut album ‘Electric Dusk’ and heading on tour with TY Dolla $ign

R&B triple threat Leon Thomas (@leonthomas) has been behind the scenes for a while, producing and writing for the likes of Toni Braxton, Drake, SZA, and Arianna Grande. Now, he’s ready to put the focus on his own career as an artist with the release of his debut album Electric Dusk dropping on August 18th.

In a recent press conference hosted by 1824, Thomas talked about the makings of the album, what he hopes fans will take from the album, and joining TY Dolla $ign on his upcoming tour “More Motion Less Emotion” in the fall.

Electric Dusk features 12 tracks showcasing Thomas’ soulful psych-rock sound. With his debut album, Thomas shared that he hopes fans will have a better understanding of him as an artist.

“I love hard drums but I also love live music and I’ve been kind of mixing the two throughout the album and you’ll kinda hear it once you really get through it… I’m very excited for people to hear that blend in the way that I envisioned it,” he told Rexmid Magazine.

“Slow Down” and “ Fade to Black” are two of Thomas’ picks from the album that he says embody him best as an artist. He describes them as providing the perfect blend of what he loves about himself in a live musical space and in a program musical space.

Inspired by Dr. Dre and in true producer fashion, Thomas also mixed the album himself. “ I had a really amazing vision of how I wanted this thing to sound, I’m glad that I believed in myself enough to do it…” he shared.

Fans can expect the album to have more of a conversation feel to it, as Thomas leans into a more vulnerable side, stepping out of his usual fantasy world.

This September, Thomas is joining TY Dolla $ign on a 31-show tour across the US and shared that he’s looking forward to being in a live space again.

Interview: Yung Esckimo talks going from music executive to recording artist, his creative process, and his upcoming project

New York born- rapper, Yung Esckimo, is all about manifestation and hard work. As a passionate and purposeful lyricist, Yung Esckimo is on a mission to empower his listeners.

His new project, Blue Magic, releasing this fall, will give fans a glimpse into his life and journey to becoming an artist. “It’s going to be the same message…prosper,” he said.

Rexmixd Mag caught up with Yung Esckimo in an exclusive interview where he shared what his career as an artist has been like, his creative process, and what it means to be a rapper from the birthplace of hip-hop.

Check out the interview below:

Q: We just officially celebrated 50 years of hip hop last week, what does it mean to be an artist from the mecca of hip hop?

A: It means a lot. We’ve got 50 years going and it means a lot to be a part of the next 50 years. We’re keeping it going and it’s definitely changed a lot of our lives and given us a platform to do and sustain off of the culture.

Q: You’ve been in the industry for a while but as an Executive of your label, SCAM Inc. Could you tell me about the message behind the name of your label?

A: It means “Success Comes After Manifestation.” In order for you to be successful and in order for you to win, you have to visualize it, and you have to manifest it. That’s how we got here, we manifested everything we wanted, but manifestation without hard work and dedication is nothing.

Q: What have been some of the most challenging and rewarding things you’ve experienced since focusing on your career as an artist?

A: Some of the challenges as an artist are really the commitment and building yourself as an artist in order for people to actually stop what they’re doing and tune into what you have going on, and that’s really been one of the challenges. One of the most rewarding things about it is when you see that hard work actually pays off. You know, I might hop out somewhere in the hood and I’ll have a random person come up to me and sing a hook randomly. That’s one of the best parts about being an artist when you see your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed.

Q: What motivates you as an artist? What’s your reason behind doing music?

A: My message is keep going, don’t stop. We’re motiving the youth. I do a lot of hustler music. Just put some Yung Esckimo on and I’m sure you’re going to be motivated to take it to the next level and go as far as you can.

Q: What’s a studio session with Yung Esckimo like?

A: It’s all energy. As long as I’m locked in with the right crowd, we just try to find the right feeling and when we do go in there it’s magic.

Q: How has being an artist with Latin roots inspired your music career?

A: It means a lot, especially being a Hispanic artist that’s building everything from the ground up. You might see a few here and there, like Fat Joe and Pitbull, but in this generation, you don’t see too many.

Iona Griffey unveils musical mastery with ”Hero”

The up-and-coming musician Iona Griffey is poised to significantly impact the music industry with her latest release, “Hero.” This soulful, acoustic masterpiece draws inspiration from the country and folk genres. It showcases Griffey’s exceptional talent, which has already garnered her a coveted spot on BBC radio and an ever-growing streaming audience of over 1,000 weekly listeners.

“Hero” is a profoundly moving ballad that resonates with listeners profoundly emotionally. Griffey’s silky-smooth vocals and poignant lyrics transport us to a place of raw vulnerability and emotional depth. The song’s evocative storytelling delves into themes of love, resilience, and the everyday heroes who bring light into our lives.

Iona’s journey to musical success has been nothing short of remarkable. Her previous triumphs on BBC radio and a live on-air session have generated much buzz and excitement around her sound. With “Hero,” Iona aims to continue her ascent, reaching new international audiences and securing more radio play and playlist placements.

“I am thrilled to share ‘Hero’ with the world,” states Iona Griffey. “This song is incredibly personal to me, and I believe its universal themes will speak to listeners everywhere. I am grateful for the support I’ve received thus far and cannot wait to see where this musical journey takes me.”

“Hero” is more than just a song; it’s a testament to Iona Griffey’s artistry and her ability to capture the essence of the human experience through music. Its rustic, acoustic charm sets it apart in today’s music landscape, promising to captivate and move listeners alike.

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