Jackie Chain, Scotty & RaRa - "Pimpin Mane" (Prod. by Kato of SMKA)

SMKA, a brain trust in Atlanta known for bringing some of today's budding musicians together for dope collaborative projects, has outdone itself as they held The Hang Out:

Atlanta production collective, SMKA, blocked out 882 Studios for 4 days, and invited many of Atlanta’s most talented and progressive hip-hop artists to hang out, eat, drink, collaborate and make music. The Hang Out took place from February 7 - 10, and for 14 hours a day, 4 days straight, Justin Padron, of 882 Studios, recorded artists over SMKA production. 

The Hang Out compilation features more than 50 different artists on 20 original records produced entirely by 808 Blake and Kato of SMKA. The Hang Out showcases the depth of talent, and diversity, that makes Atlanta’s hip-hop community the most creative and influential in the world.

Check out the project's first leak, "Pimpin Mane," below featuring Alabama's Jackie Chain and ATL rappers Scotty and RaRa over a Kato production.



Part 1 of The Hang Out is set to drop March 26th and if you're in the A in March 23rd, be sure to hit The Star Bar for The Hang Out Release Party.


Previously:

• Stankonia Sessions: 2012 A3C Edition [New Mixtape]
• [Music Video] Jackie Chain ft. Big K.R.I.T. & Bun B - Parked Outside

[Music Video] Fantasia - "Lose To Win"

After quite the hiatus, Fantasia is back in the game almost ready to releaser her forthcoming album Side Effects Of You. The project's lead single "Lose To Win" showcases the Idol winner explaining her need to leave an unhealthy relationship in order to get her life right so she's ready when the right person comes around.

"Lose To Win" is definitely a relatable single, and the 80's tinged production and vintage themed visuals show that Fantasia's back and ready to take her place as one of R&B's top musicians once again.


[That Grape Juice]

Kanye West Responds To Being #7 On MTV's Hottest MC's List

After years of controversy surrounding the choices for MTV's Hottest MCs list, it's no surprise that this year is no different.

With the lineup currently listing Meek Mill as #10, Future as #9, A$AP Rocky as #8, Big Sean at #6, and Drake at #5, people and rappers alike have already taken to Twitter and interviews to air their opinions on the rankings.

None were more vocal than Kanye West, however who uncharacteristically called into Angie Martinez's Hot 97 to speak with DJ Enuff about being listed as #7.

Listen below as Kanye lists of reasons why he should be a top contender, states Lil Wayne is his #1 emcee, calls out Sway for a lack of loyalty, only to hang up the phone on DJ Enuff in typical "drop the mic" fashion:


Hit the jump to catch Weezy and Sway's response to Ye's rant:

That’s the ultimate compliment coming from a humble,great,extremely creative,& superior genius…I appreciate that Yeezy!
— Lil Wayne WEEZY F (@LilTunechi) March 6, 2013

#Swaysfirsttv OK the jig is up! @kanyewest thanks 4 my 1st Tv BUT you still owe me the REMOTE! lol #Hottestmc finale on @mtvjams Thurs 10pm!
— Sway Calloway (@RealSway) March 6, 2013

Does Kanye have a right to be angry over the list? Hit the comments and tell me what you think.

[Miss Info]

Previously: Kanye West ft. Jay-Z & Big Sean - "Clique" (TNGHT Edit)

[Music Video] Terri Walker & Nicole Wray (Lady) - "Get Ready" + Full Album Stream

Photo by Sesse Lind

Nicole Wray's voice has always been something special, and thankfully for us, the "Make It Hot" singer is still sharing her vocals with the world as she and London singer Terri Walker have banded together to form Lady.

Their self titled debut album is a nostalgic trip to the Motown era as Nicole and Terri add their current R&B spin to a classic sound. Courtesy of Rolling Stone, stream Lady in full after the jump, but first watch the visuals to their single "Get Ready."

[Music Video] Big Boi ft. Jake Troth, The Sons Of Thunder & Epic Meal Time - "Apple Of My Eye"

Big Boi continues to show how diverse Atlanta's music scene really is as he's joined by NC musician Jake Troth and band The Sons Of Thunder in the visuals to "Apple Of My Eye."

Before they get to the music, Big Boi keeps things hilarious in a skit featuring YouTube sensations Epic Meal Time.



Previously: Frank Ocean ft. Big Boi & Andre 3000 - "Pink Matter" (Remix)

[Video] Solange Knowles Performs "Losing You" Live With Janelle Monae & Wondaland

Last Thursday, Solange Knowles brought new material from her True EP live to the Masquerade in Atlanta, and surprised everyone by bringing out Janelle Monae and the rest of the Wondaland Arts Society to jam out to her hit "Losing You."

If you're cursing at yourself like me for missing such a great show, be sure to catch a live performance while you can!


[Necole Bitchie]

Previously:

• Theophilus London & Solange Perform "Flying Overseas" Live At SXSW [VIDEO]
• Janelle Monae Performs Jackson 5's "I Want You Back" At The 2012 Afropunk Festival [VIDEO]

Kid Cudi - "Immortal"

After publicly expressing frustration with his label waning support of his music, KiD CuDi proudly releases his upcoming album's second single, "Immortal." Produced by his long time collaborator Dot Da Genius, this track is an indication that Indicud will be well worth the wait when it hits stores on April 23.



[Dat New Cudi]

Previously: Hit-Boy ft. KiD CuDi - Old School Caddy

Ciara - "Body Party" (Prod. by Mike WiLL Made It)

Ciara's been one single away from being hot again for quite some time, but with the help from the game's most requested producer Mike WiLL Made It and ad-libs from her new beau Future, she's officially back with "Body Party."

Listen to the slow jam below, which samples the Ghosttown DJs bass classic "My Boo," and be on the lookout for her album One Woman Army, set to hit stores in June.


Previously: Ciara ft. 2 Chainz - Sweat

[Music Video] Jhené Aiko - "Burning Man (3:16 PM)"

After taking us through the dark recesses of her mind on "3:16am," Jhené Aiko uses the sunshine of 3:16pm to bring us the lighter track "Burning Man."

Check out the visuals to the Artium songstress' new single below, and catch cameos from her Cocaine 80s collaborator James Fauntleroy and her daughter's uncle, Omarion. Jhené's major label debut Soul(ed) Out is in the works!



Previously: Cocaine 80's ft. Jhene Aiko & Common - "Fly Ass Pisces"

[Music Video] STS - "Purity Ring"

STS continues to rack up overseas, and he brought the cameras with him to Berlin, Germany to shoot the visuals to his latest flip of Purity Ring's "Fineshrine." Gold Rush III coming soon!


Directed by Daniel "Danny Cam" Gallardo

Previously: [Music Video] STS - "The Heavy"