Apollo Brown: Of course Planet Asia's new 'Wide Awake' anthem is repeat-worthy

Bromance goals? Apollo Brown and Planet Asia. End of story. From Planet’s witty signature wordplay to Detroit native Apollo’s epic sounds? Forget the Splash Bros, this is the Smash Bros when it comes to fire tunes so with a new Sardines album arriving next month, it’s only right to geek out over their new ‘Wide Awake’ single.

Apollo Brown and Planet Asia’s ‘Wide Awake’ is repeat-worthy

I’ve had the song on repeat mode even as I type these words up and of course it’s on the Attack The Culture’s 50 Must-Hear New Songs playlist. Geek out over the new song and start the countdown to September 8 . Mello Music Group strikes again.

Prolific Detroit beatmaker Apollo Brown and Fresno Rap veteran Planet Asia dropped their new single “Wide Awake” today on Mello Music Group. “Wide Awake” is the second single from the duo’s upcoming album Sardines. Due out September 8th, Sardines is the followup to the duo’s beloved 2017 collaborative album “Anchovies.” Apollo and Planet Asia improve upon the minimalist, grimy Hip-Hop theme from the first collab with pristine execution. 

Apollo Brown and Planet Asia’s 2017 album “Anchovies” was given its title due to the dirty gutural nature of the record. In addition to receiving critical praise from Complex, XXL, Exclaim!, and more, “Anchovies” was hailed by Ambrosia For Heads as “one of the best LP’s of 2017.” Aptly titled Sardines, the new album promises grime just like its predecessor. Apollo says, “With the second offering, appropriately titled, “Sardines”. And just like a can of Anchovies isn’t for everyone, the same can be said about a tin full of Sardines. You either love’em or you hate’em. This album had to be done, and in my opinion, done better than the first. Dirt, grit, mud, sticks & stones, all that. Leave your boots on.”

The level of mutual respect that Apollo Brown and Planet Asia have for each other made it a no-brainer for the prolific artists to reunite for another album. “Everybody knows that as an emcee, Planet Asia is not only one of the best to do it, but one of MY personal favorites to adorn the mic. That being said, we just HAD to follow up the cult-like showing of “Anchovies,” states Apollo. Planet Asia concludes, “This time around was definitely one of the best sophomores from any duo. Not too many times you can get a producer and a rapper to make lightning strike twice!!”

Be on the lookout for Apollo Brown and Planet Asia’s second full-length collaboration Sardines September 8th via Mello Music Group. 

Apollo Brown + Stalley's 'Blacklight' album is worth streaming right now

Detroit producer Apollo Brown and Stalley have your weekend soundtrack on lock. The duo have hit the green light on dropping their new Blacklight album to the masses packed with heavy lyrical hitters including Joell Ortiz and Skyzoo.

Apollo Brown + Stalley’s new album has arrived

Following a few singles and music video drops, Apollo and Stalley pulled the trigger on blessing fans with a hard-hitting studio effort. The Mello Music Group project even features ‘Power’ icon Omari Hardwick.

When two artists as esteemed and talented as Apollo Brown & Stalley come together, they shine, even in the dark. Blacklight represents the combination of two titans of hip-hop, both largely recognized as legends in their own right while also being overlooked by some when the discussions of “best alive” come up. Apollo Brown has a history of creating masterpieces including collaborations with Ghostface Killah, Che Noir, Ras Kass & more. Stalley continues to prove his place in hip-hop, tying together mainstream recognition with world-class skills.

Hailing from Detroit, producer Apollo Brown has a nearly 15-year track record of classic album after classic album. Having worked with some of the most well-respected rappers on the planet, Apollo has made a name for himself worldwide. Artists like Chance The Rapper, Freddie Gibbs, Danny Brown, Ghostface Killah, Joell Ortiz & more have looked to Apollo Brown to produce music. Recently he produced the album, Lovesick, with Raheem Devaughn becoming the #1 R&B Album on iTunes.

From starting his career in Ohio with mixtapes to signing with Rick Ross’ Maybach Music Group, Stalley has shown why he’s considered a world-class talent. On his journey, he’s collaborated with artists like Curren$y, Wale, Pharrell, Meek Mill, Westside Gunn, & 2 Chainz and for his debut Mello Music Group project he linked up with Apollo Brown for Blacklight.  

Blacklight is now available at all DSP’s and is entirely produced by Apollo Brown and includes appearances from Joell Ortiz, Skyzoo, and Omari Hardwick (better known as “Ghost” the protagonist from Power).  In addition to releasing their new collaborative album, Apollo & Stalley also released a new visual for the album’s title track.  

Apollo Brown hypes up the album’s title track

Brown has since issued a statement on the project’s significance and - notably - the title track.

“This was the song that obviously inspired the title of the album. When you shine a Blacklight, you tend to illuminate things that you can’t see with the naked eye” Apollo Brown affirmed. “This metaphor speaks for you, others, and the world in general. Stalley effortlessly shines that UV all throughout the album.”

The new ‘Blacklight’ video

Heading into the album’s release, Stalley and Apollo dropped the official Blacklight music video.

Apollo Brown + Stalley drop 'We Outside' with new album on deck

It’s not everyday Apollo Brown drops a collaborative effort and with Stalley on deck for their upcoming Blacklight project, it’s only right to keep tabs on what’s featured from the project. The duo let loose their new “We Outside” single in preparation for their LP to arrive next week.

Apollo Brown + Stalley drop ‘We Outside’

The must-hear anthem follows their “Humble Wins” and “No Monsters” bangers. Along with checking out the song below it’s also featured on the ATC homepage’s must-hear playlist.

After Apollo Brown & Stalley announced their new collaborative album, Blacklight, with “Humble Wins,” and a visual for “No Monsters,” Apollo Brown & Stalley return with a new single “We Outside.” Blacklight is entirely produced by Apollo Brown and includes appearances from Joell Ortiz, Skyzoo, and Omari Hardwick (better known as “Ghost” the protagonist from Power).