Having released Christmas singles as well as her debut album, Aquarius, California native Tinashe continues to be in the giving mood with a welcomed release of her new mixtape Amethyst. The seven-track project, which was all recorded in her bedroom over her 2014 Christmas vacation, features another California based artists in Iamsu, as well as production from Ryan Hemsworth, DJ Dahi, and more. The album can be streamed and downloaded below, enjoy!
Kendrick Lamar's To Pimp A Butterfly Available Now /
A week ahead of schedule, Kendrick Lamar has released his second studio LP, To Pimp a Butterfly. Due to the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry, the tracklist for the project was released several days ago. Perhaps the surprise drop was not only a result of the recent events of the past several days, but also in fear of the album leaking a la Dark Sky Paradise and many other studio albums. Regardless, the highly anticipated album is available to stream below. Stay tuned with InTheRough for more developments on K. Dot's latest project.
Joey Bada$$ x Kirk Knight - Perception VS Reality /
Building off the success of his well received B4.DA.$$ debut album, Pro Era head man Joey Bada$$ delivers the Goods with new music. "Perception VS Reality" comes as social commentary that is relatable to many who are judged by irrelevant qualities rather than their character. Pro Era fellow Kirk Knight is behind the beat; listen below and enjoy more Bada$$ under OfficeVibes.
Snoop Dogg featuring Pharrell - Peaches N Cream /
After his stint as Snoop Lion, the D-O-Double-G is back and better than ever. The proof comes courtesy of his latest track, "Peaches N Cream" that is set to appear on his forthcoming album Bush that he and Pharrell Williams have been teasing for quite some time now. "Peaches N Cream" is noteworthy not only because it is the first single to release from the album, but it also delivers a neo-disco, G-Funk vibe that you can trace back to the 80s and 90s with George Clinton; point being: your parents will love this song. This dose of funk is a product of Pharrell's masterful production work (he is also the executive producer of Bush) and melodies from R&B legend Charlie Wilson, marking the second time this trio has injected G-Funk into the mainstream, the first being "Beautiful". Bush releases May 12 and is available for Pre-order here, enjoy it below.
Tunji Ige - Day2Day (Eagle Remix) /
Philadelphia rapper Tunji Ige has been a favorite of ours ever since we heard his mixtape, The Love Project. Tracks like "The Ex Song" and "For Us" have appeared on our VibeRotation playlists due to the Philly product's soothing, versatile, and melodious flows along with a singing voice that is rather welcoming. His abilities are easily paired with the EDM and neo-house movements, which is why this remix of Tunji's "Day2Day" by another Philadelphia native, Eagle, is so noteworthy. According to the DJ and producer's SoundCloud Eagle is inspired by "Tha booty", taking from Jersey club music, New Orleans bounce, and heavy bass sounds that gets the booty shaking. Bounce and funk are certainly present in Baby Eagle's latest remix available below, enjoy.