Portland’s very own, Yeat is back with his highly anticipated album 2093. The project includes features from artists such as Lil Wayne and Future. The album includes 22 fresh songs with featured tracks such as “Power Trip”, Bought the Earth, and “U Should Know” to name a few. Significantly, he has a total of 10 production credits on this album. Additionally, the albums cover art features a dark image of Yeat accompanied by city lights. He also kicks things off with a brand new Music Video for the single “Riot and Set it off” later Friday evening (Feb. 16).
The music video for the single “Riot and Set it off” further emphasizes the songs self explanatory title. The just over two minute video follows his typical more mysterious theme. Yeat seen seemingly leading a meeting of officials who all appear to be puzzled. Abruptly, chaos breaks out within the dark setting. Yeat then overlooks a riot of people dressed in dark clothing. Many appear to be distressed as the chaos continues. Many explosions also emerge causing destruction amongst the videos night setting. In true Yeat Fashion, he includes a surprise to fans. At the very end of the video he announces an additional collaboration with Drake which is set to release early Saturday morning. “Phase II..As we speak featuring Drake— never quit — 9AM PST,” the screen says. You can watch the full video down below.
Yeat has had a record-breaking career thus far
Moreover, fans of Yeat have noticed his ability to drop consecutively. In fact, his latest album 2093 is his seventh project in just three years.He has also done very impressive numbers over the years. As of last year, Yeat became one of the highest streamed Hip-Hop artists in Spotify history by surpassing over four billion streams. His new album 2093 has already reached number one on Apple Music across all genres.
Furthermore, Yeat continues to make waves and one of the industry’s most sought after artists. His latest album is already expected to receive high acclaim as well as higher chart placement. Have you heard Yeat’s latest album 2093? You can stream the album below.
Jennifer Lopez, also known as JLo, is making her musical return with her new album This Is Me… Now. On Friday, the legendary pop artist shares a standard LP featuring 13 songs as well as a deluxe version including 16 songs. Last Month, Jennifer teased the album with her single “Can’t Get Enough”. She followed up with a music video for the songs remix featuring Latto. Additionally, the music video has brought in over two million views. The album also includes features from the album include Anuel AA and Bruno Martini who remixed an additional version of “Can’t Get Enough. Significantly, this is her first album in over a decade.
Moreover, Jennifer will also be releasing a new film. ‘This Is Me… Now: A Love Story’ is a cinematic love film loosely inspired by Jennifer’s journey through her love life. For the film, Jennifer recruits tons of familiar faces. The film includes a star studded cast such as Post Malone, Keke Palmer, Sofia Vergara, Fat Joe, as well has her husband Ben Affleck to name a few. Additionally, the movie will air February 27th on Amazon Prime. You can watch the official movie trailer here.
Furthermore, the upcoming film isn’t the first time Jennifer gave fans a closer look into her personal life. In 2022, she released her documentary ‘Halftime’, in which she got candid about her experience in the spotlight. Additionally, Jennifer shared a closer look at her preparation before taking the stage. For instance, she shared footage of her preparation for her Super Bowl LIV performance alongside Shakira in 2020. You can watch the documentary on Netflix.
Jennifer Lopez will be going on tour this summer
Lastly, fans can expect tons more from Jennifer. she is set to be taking her new album on the road. The This Is Me… Now tour is set to kick off June 26th in Orlando, Florida. Conveniently, the tour will occur through the end of August. Tickets will be available for presale on this coming week February 20th. You can view all 34 tour dates on her official website. Additionally, you can stream The This Is Me… Now down below.
Hailing from Scarborough Canada, Christina Smith (@christna.smith) is no stranger to the spotlight. You may recognize her from her 2022 appearance on ‘Canada’s Got Talent.’ Her Classical infused vocals undeniably set her apart from her peers. As she is gearing up for her release of her new single “Half Past L8,” Christina shared her musical journey and details on her single exclusively with Remixd Magazine.
Christina’s musical journey began as early as the age of two. Growing up the only child, she found music to be her purpose while enduring feelings of isolation. Holding on to music, she faced the challenge of finding her sound. Eventually, she discovered her classical sound. “It wasn’t until I moved to Kingston, Jamaica that I really found my niche in music. Up until then, I never had a belting range, so I thought I couldn’t actually sing. It was my vocal teacher in Jamaica that showed me that I was just singing the wrong material for my voice,” she said.
Christina’s unique sound is a combination of elements. Some of her musical influences include FKA twigs, Halle Bailey, Kathleen Battle and Qveen Herby. “I like to describe my sound as classical fusion. It pulls from the vocal technique and delivery of classical music, and the instrumentation of contemporary music (including, R&B, pop, house and rock),” she said.
Christina Smith gears up for “Half Past L8” and another television appearance
Moreover, Christina’s latest single “Half Past L8” is scheduled for release on February 16th. Staying true to her Niche, fans can expect her higher range vocals with a twist. “Think… Destiny’s Child transports (down the rabbit hole, of course) to the Bridgerton universe. What can I say? I’m a theatre kid at heart! I wanted this piece to reflect a delicate dance between the Romantic Classical era and 90s RnB with a theme that would have been relevant in both times,” she said.
Furthermore, Christina is looking to maintain the heart of classical music. “I hope that fans and other artists take away the fact that classical music is far from rigid or outdated, and that just like any other genre it can be reinvented and reimagined, because the themes that were relevant then are still relevant now,” she said. She stands firm on standing out within your artistry.
“More importantly though, I hope that my fans take away how important it is push the boundaries of what people expect from you. The critics will always exist in the spaces they only dream of taking up. Our power and our responsibility as artists is in our ability to be true to ourselves and our art – even as both evolve with time,” she said.
Furthermore, Christia is making her return to the big screen. However, her family will be joining her this time. Christina and her family will appear as contestants on ‘Family Feud Canada.’ Conveniently, she this is set to air just a day before the release of her new single. The episode will air February 15 at 7:30PM ET. You can tune in to the episode will air on CBC and CBC Gem (online). Additionally, she is preparing for her performance at the upcoming 20th Anniversary of the ‘Taste Of Lawrence’ festival this upcoming July. You can stay connected with Christina with the links below.
RemixdMag’s best new songs this week push others to be open when they feel hopeless, sorrow, and more. From Yeat’s2093 to Tierra Whack’s “27 Club,” our selection of records shows others that it’s ok to not be ok sometimes. Continue reading for this week’s selections of best new music picks of the week.
Read our list below:
Yeat – 2093
Yeat seemingly strives to live life with his future in mind via 2093. Upholding Yeat’s signature braggadocio rhymes, the Portland rapper also lets fans into his inner world by dropping introspective rhymes. For instance, in “Nothing Change,” Yeat delivers, “I just wanna feel things/I wanna feel real/I wanna feel like normal human, don’t wan’ pop a pill/I wash my hands of all the blood and then I keep it real.” Other songs in 2093, find Yeat detailing his charm, luxurious lifestyle, and how he sometimes uses his vices to escape reality. 2093 is backed by a myriad of bass-heavy intergalactic and charged-up drill beats. The project holds features from Lil Wayne and Future.
During an interview last year, Yeat spoke about how this project differs from his last one, AftërLyfe. “Between the last record and this upcoming one, it feels like a ten-album difference in time. People have no idea what it’s going to sound like. It’s like a dystopian society,” Yeat stated.
Tierra Whack – “27 Club”
Tierra Whack’s “27 Club” symbolizes the age when some notable musicians decided to take their lives or left the world too soon. Backed by a mellow alternative soundscape, Tierra Whack delivers resonating lyrics for the ones who feel like their lives are crashing down. “When the world seems like it’s against you/When your friends and family forget you/It ain’t really hard to convince you/Lookin’ for somethin’ to commit to,” she sings. “27 Club” is dedicated to people currently facing dark moments. Moreover, “27 Club” tells these individuals that they will find the light again.
About the single, Tierra Whack said: “I was in a dark place for a long time, and no one knew. I found my way out and made a choice to keep living. I wanna be completely transparent with my ‘whackos’ because I’m human just like you and we all have rough days. The key is to keep going! Be kind… you never know what someone else is going through. For the longest time, I felt like I didn’t belong, but now I know that I do, and my hope is for other people to know that, too.”
Bryson Tiller – “Whatever She Wants”
As the title suggests, Bryson Tiller raps about giving his special someone “Whatever She Wants.” While delving into his rhyming bag on a bass-centered trap beat, the R&B singer talks about spoiling the Mrs. at all costs. Similarly, Bryson Tiller details how he keeps a smile on her face and unapologetically takes the “simp” title with much pride. Lyrics like “Then she got to trippin’ over nothin’ yet again/Got a n***a feelin’ like a sucker yet again/Close off my emotion then I rush to let her in” showcases how Bryson Tiller will love his person at all costs. Although they sometimes don’t see eye-to-eye, that doesn’t stop the musician from wining and dining with her. “She piss me off, somehow she still get whatever she want,” he delivers.
Niko Brim – 4DACOMPANY PACK
Niko Brim’s 4DACOMPANY PACK is a 2-track offering that exudes confidence to the fullest extent. The themes in Niko Brim’s EP focus on loyalty, fighting off bad vibes, and perseverance while showing others what it means to bet on yourself. Similarly, Niko Brim’s singles “4DACOMPANY” and “Cut The Lights” showcase his strong ability to adapt to any beat thrown his way. Like he raps in the first record off 4DACOMPANY, “Like drums, percussion/My flow disgusting.” Listening in, 4DACOMPANY focuses on Niko Brim’s unwavering gratitude for getting an opportunity to share his gift with others. Lyrics like “Present for this moment/Thank the Lord cause he aligned it/All this for my city cause they know the real behind it n***a,” from “Cut The Lights” bring the narrative home.
Kenny Muney – “Hate It There”
Kenny Muney describes how he intends to treat his love interest better than her current partner in “Hate It There.” While using a drowsy flow, the rapper speaks about his humble beginnings before dropping rhymes that explain how his crush’s significant other is lacking in the relationship department. “Nothing like that other n***a/She really hating him.Talking bout this her safe place/She know I’m not gon’ play with them,” he raps. In the rest of his melancholic trap offering, Kenny Muney talks about his charm, outstanding qualities, and how, although he’s “been through some s**t, she makes me [him] feel better.” The rapper’s new song can be found on his upcoming project, Blue Winter, which debuts in March.
Dreezy – “Bitch Duh”
Known for her unwavering confidence and sharp lyricism, Dreezy’s music is a force to be reckoned with. Dreezy’s rise to prominence in the music industry has been nothing short of remarkable. With a string of buzzing mixtapes and notable collaborations under her belt, including a remix of “Chiraq” alongside Nicki Minaj and Lil Herb, she has solidified herself as a formidable presence in hip-hop. Her talent has earned her recognition from industry heavyweights like Common, who featured her on “Hustle Harder” from his album “Nobody’s Smiling.” With “B*tch Duh” serving as the first taste of what’s to come, fans can expect Dreezy to continue pushing boundaries and delivering the raw energy and authenticity that have made her a standout in the rap game.
