It’s A Rap: (Music Briefs) 2.22.18 – 2.28.18

Nipsey Hussel drops new album and performs the NBA All Star Weekend L.A. rapper Nipsey Hussle is keeping busing as his highly anticipated album, “Victory Lap” drop February 16. He has partnered with TIDAL to release a mini-documentary “10 Rings,” available now, that highlights the rapper’s musical journey and hustle. The doc takes fans into the depths of his career, showcasing his new Atlantic Records deal, marking his debut on a major label. “As we enter into this exciting new chapter in my life and career, this documentary will bring my fans, old and new, along with me on this journey,” said the controversial emcee. “I hope my story inspires everyone out there to keep hustling and chasing their dreams”. The California native performed at the Hollywood Palladium Feb.15 during NBA All Star Weekend with featured tracks off his major label debut. Singles, “Been Down” by Hussel featuring Swizz Beatz, “Dedication” ft. Kendrick Lamar and “Last time That I Checc’d” ft. YG are available for download on the digital platform. “Victory Lap” marks his third album. (Courtesy Photo)

Empire actor Jussie Smollett debuts new single, ‘Freedom’ As FOX’s hottest drama takes a break from its home network, one of their star actor’s, Jussie Smollett took the time to debut a new single, called “Freedom” January 4. The inspiring song was accompanied with a music video directed by himself. Smollett will release a solo album, “Sum of My Music,” on March 2. “Empire will return to FOX this March. (Photo Courtesy: Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images)

Legendary Funk band, Parliament creates new music, ‘I’m Going to Make You Sick On me’ with Scarface Funkadelic icon George Clinton and his band Parliament have returned from a 28-year hiatus with a new song, “I’m Going to Make You Sick On Me,” featuring rapper Scarface. The trailblazers of funk music are back with their first new single and having been a source of music for today’s hottest rappers to sample, the group is teaming up with the hip hop culture once again for their classic edgy sounds. The narrative of the song follows the unfiltered and raw Clinton as character Dr. Feel Good, serving a medicine of more “funk” to old and new fans. The lyrics go as such: “The greatest rhymes of all time…swing down sweet chariot, stop that’s why I’m…gon make you sick o’me…all this hip hop history…when you mix that funk, you get with me…” Clinton told Reddit.com in AMA (“Ask Me Anything”) of his plans on an upcoming album, dubbed “Medicaid Fraud Dog,” stating “it’s Parliament’s turn and admitted he listens to Flying Lotus, Cardi B, and “all that s**t coming out of Atlanta.” (Courtesy Photo)

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