![]() ![]() Some of the saucy lyrics include Rayana Jay’s first verse, which begins “This ain't designer come slip inside it/Ain't gotta wear nothing at all/Say it's the tightest, perfect, a nice fit/Tailor-made, you can show it off.” Then, Duckwrth comes in at the end of Verse 1 with “If you put that cake on my face, I'll eat it all/Now the tеnsion's built up, come let me brеak the walls. Like much of Duckwrth’s catalog, this new song is upbeat and danceable with a delicious pulsating beat, but the song’s content details a much more sensuous affair. You can watch the newly released music video for "Amari" below:Ĭoincidentally, Duckwrth’s new single “Birthday Suit” with Rayana Jay was released on my actual Birthday, May 13. ![]() Hand,” featuring Bas and 6lack, and final track “Hunger. Highlights from the track list include the ultra- lit album opener “95 south,” which uses a remarkably similar sample to Jay Z’s “U Don’t Know,” as well as the reflective and gospel-tinged “My Life” with 21 Savage and Morray, “Let. This project is a departure from Cole's more narrative style (à la "Wet Dreamz,") in exchange for lots of clever wordplay and punchlines. Cole’s sixth studio album, and the first one since 2013's Born Sinner that includes guest artists. Spanning 12 tracks and 39 minutes, The Off-Season marks J. Sitting in the Dean Street studios in London’s center. Cole hit the UK for a few interviews and more importantly, play his sophomore solo album Born Sinner to a select group of press, DJs, friends and influencers and I was lucky enough to have been invited to the listening session. Cole may not be everyone's cup of tea ( Pitchfork gave THE NEW ALBUM a measly 6.5), but his music is certainly my cup of tea, especially 2014's Forest Hills Drive. As the tracklist has finally been revealed, I finally get to share this information. ![]() The album also includes a bevy of protest sounds, like at the end of titular track “82ND,” which also plays on a Beastie Boys chant, and contains lyrics that go “82nd baby/Got these bitches going crazy/Hit up Kee’s on MLK/I need my chicken and my gravy.” The 10-track project has various nods to rock music, and includes previously released acclaimed singles “LOST ONES,” and the acoustic guitar-tinged “DON’T JUDGE” and “IT’S OK.” Other stand-out tracks include-well, all of it, but especially the sentimental, piano-driven "BOLD FACED TO THE SUN," “NOVACANE” and “SOMEBODY.” As a Portlander might expect, the album is named for Portland's 82nd avenue, and delves deeply into the artist’s Portland roots, going heavy on the references to Portland locations like Sandy Blvd, Kee's Loaded Kitchen, "the numbers," and his Madison High graduate status. Daniyel lists Drake, Kanye, and Childish Gambino as major influences, as well as non-musical/non-Black icons like Jim Carrey and Steve Jobs. The 19-year-old was recently signed to EMPIRE records, and just dropped his studio debut 82 on May 14. If you’re indeed looking for Rip City’s latest major-label rap star following Aminé, look no further than Portland-raised hip-hop artist Daniyel. Portland Monthly called him the next big thing, and now I can see why. Support local, independent media with a one-time or recurring contribution. More than ever, we depend on your support to help fund our coverage. ![]()
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