Bas: The much-needed 'We Only Talk About Real Shit When We're Fucked Up' album is ready for your streaming goals

Love Dreamville? Need more Bas? The wait’s over with a much-needed We Only Talk About Real Shit When We’re Fucked Up album finally streaming.

Bas comes through with a much-needed new studio album

Packed with fire power and of course Bas’ lyrical genius lines, it’s a jam-packed project with nearly 20 tunes and multiple J. Cole collaboration gems.

Today, Dreamville rapper and global star, Bas releases his long awaited new album, We Only Talk About Real Shit When We’re Fucked Up (Dreamville/Interscope Records) Listen now. To celebrate the album, Bas also released music video for track “Yao Ming.”

Featuring a star-studded line up of special guests, Bas has curated an album primed for fans from all across the globe including J. Cole (North Carolina), A$AP Ferg (New York), Adekunle Gold (Nigeria), Amaarae (Ghana), AJ Tracey (London), FKJ (France) and more. The album is now available across DSPs

Drake & J. Cole: The 'It's All A Blur Tour - Big As The What?' is really happening

Need more than Drake on-stage? How about J. Cole? You know the vibes when these two powerhouses link up and it’s going to be an insane 2024 with the 6 God and Dreamville boss teaming up for a full-fledged It’s All A Blur Tour - Big As The What?’ cross-country trek.

Drake & J. Cole have linked up for a massive tour

Hitting spots ranging from Colorado and Texas to Florida and Upstate New York, it’s clear the rap heavyweights are focused on touching as many day ones as possible once January arrives.

Today, four-time Grammy-award winning and multi-platinum selling artist Drake announced his 2024 U.S. It’s All A Blur Tour - Big As The What?,presented by Cash App and Visa. Grammy-award winning artist, producer and founder of Dreamville, J. Cole, will be joining Drake across many of the dates on the 2024 run. Produced by Live Nation, Drake and J. Cole will kick off the arena run with back-to-back shows in Denver at Ball Arena on Thursday, January 18 and Friday, January 19, before making additional stops in Oklahoma City, New Orleans, Nashville, St. Louis, Columbus, Memphis, and more; wrapping up on Wednesday, March 27 in Birmingham at BJCC’s own Legacy Arena.

 It’s All A Blur Tour - Big As The What? follows Drake’s highly successful return to the stage with his 2023 ‘It’s All A Blur’ Tour, which saw Drake play 50 sold-out arena shows across North America throughout the summer and fall. Most recently, Drake released his eighth studio album, For All The Dogs via OVO Sound and Republic Records.

 TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting with a Cash App Card presale beginning Wednesday, November 15, followed by the general onsale beginning Friday, November 17 starting at 11am local time on drakerelated.com.

 CASH APP CARD PRESALE: For all US shows, the first tickets to the It’s All A Blur Tour - Big As The What? will be available for Cash App Card customers via an exclusive ticket presale presented by Cash App and Visa.

• Beginning Wednesday, November 15 starting at 11am local time through Thursday, November 16 at 10pm local time, Cash App Card holders can unlock the earliest access to tickets by using the first 9 digits of their Cash App Card to access the presale and then completing the purchase using their Cash App Card.

• For more information on the Cash App Card presale, please visit cash.app/exclusives/drake-presale.

 DRAKE ‘IT’S ALL A BLUR TOUR - BIG AS THE WHAT?’ 2024 TOUR DATES:

Thu Jan 18 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena +

Fri Jan 19 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena

Mon Jan 22 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center

Thu Jan 25 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center

Mon Jan 29 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center +

Tue Jan 30 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center

Fri Feb 02 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena

Wed Feb 07 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena +

Thu Feb 08 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena +

Mon Feb 12 – St. Louis, MO – Enterprise Center

Fri Feb 16 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena

Tue Feb 20 – Columbus, OH – Schottenstein Center +

Wed Feb 21 – Columbus, OH – Schottenstein Center

Sat Feb 24 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse

Tue Feb 27 – Buffalo, NY – KeyBank Center

Sat Mar 02 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center

Tue Mar 05 – Memphis, TN – FedExForum

Sun Mar 10 – Lexington, KY – Rupp Arena

Thu Mar 14 – Belmont Park, NY – UBS Arena ~

Mon Mar 18 – State College, PA – Bryce Jordan Center ~

Sat Mar 23 – Sunrise, FL – Amerant Bank Arena ~

Wed Mar 27 – Birmingham, AL – The Legacy Arena at BJCC ~

+ Rescheduled dates

~ Without J. Cole

J.I.D: The Dreamville rap heavyweight has new fire dropping with help from 5 Gum but there's a huge catch

Forget blowing smoke, turns out rap star J.I.D is blowing bubbles with help from 5 Gum. It’s all about celebrating the culture’s 50th anniversary with a super creative and fun contest centered on a new tune coming out from the Dreamville lyricist.

J.I.D. and 5 Gum have new fire on deck

With 5 Gum backing up the promotion, the celebration takes the form of fans being able to listen a song the rest of the world will never hear - at least no time soon. It’s, well - maybe the press release can get more detailed.

Today, Mars' 5® gum announced its "5 in a Lifetime" campaign, in partnership with critically acclaimed lyricist and performer J.I.D to honor one of the most monumental moments in music history – the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop. Connecting Hip Hop fans with their favorite genre in a way never done before, 5 gum teamed up with J.I.D to release a special new track inspired by and packed full of audio references from 5 of Hip Hop's most influential albums, such full "Word of Mouf" from Ludacris, "What's the 411?" from Mary J. Blige, "Resurrection" from Common, "Phrenology" from The Roots, and "Shock Value" from Timbaland. But there's a catch: only 5 lucky fans will get the opportunity to listen. One song. 5 listens in a lifetime.

To release this exclusive track and deliver a never-before experience to music fans, 5 gum will host a sweepstakes giving fans an opportunity to win one of only 5 limited edition, retro boomboxes containing J.I.D's custom song on a cassette that will "self-destruct" by shredding the tape after 5 listens – preserving the exclusive listening experience forever.

A true one-of-a-kind collector's item that can't be found – or heard – anywhere else, each "5 in a Lifetime" player is made from an upcycled old-school boombox, featuring transparent casing, a vintage analog counter as well as lucite-embedded volume knobs with a piece of Peppermint Cobalt 5 gum chewed by J.I.D at its center. Starting today until Tuesday, October 31st, fans can enter for a chance to win one of the 5 custom boomboxes to hear J.I.D's exclusive song by visiting www.5gum.com/JID.

"As someone who eats, sleeps and breathes music, there is absolutely nothing like hearing a deep and meaningful song for the very first time – it's an experience you never get back and is pivotal for music lovers like myself. To work on a project that revolves around that thrilling experience, tied to some of the most iconic names in Hip Hop, is really dope," said rapper J.I.D. "I'm grateful 5 gum approached me with this opportunity, and I hope the fans who hear the track enjoy it as much as I do."

"Hearing new music from one of your favorite artists for the first time is often an inspiring, sensorial and exhilarating moment – which is exactly the experience we hope to deliver through our "5 in a Lifetime" campaign," said Maria Urista, Vice President at Mars Wrigley. "To create a musical masterpiece with the talented J.I.D, release it in a way that pays homage to the pre-digital era, and authentically capture the thrill of only hearing the song for a limited time, is really something special. We are so excited to deliver this song to lucky hip hop and 5 gum fans, and continue to celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip hop."

To further celebrate and memorialize the significant 50th anniversary of Hip Hop, 5 gum will gift one unique analog boombox and make a $20,000 donation to The Hip Hop Museum to help further their mission to preserve the rich history and culture of Hip Hop music. Visitors to the Museum, which opens its doors to the public in 2025, will be able to visit the donated boombox and embrace the "thrill" themselves.

"We are incredibly thankful for 5 gum including The Hip Hop Museum in their initiatives to celebrate Hip Hop's 50thanniversary," said Rocky Bucano, founder and Exec. Director of The Hip Hop Museum. "The cultural influence of Hip Hop goes far beyond music and entertainment. It's a global movement that brings people together and inspires them to actively chase their dreams. The support from 5 gum and J.I.D greatly assists in furthering our museum's mission to inspire, empower and to promote understanding of this rich culture's history."

To keep up with campaign updates and see a behind-the-scenes look at the thrill felt on stage and in the studio with J.I.D, fans can visit www.5gum.com and follow 5 gum on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and Facebook.

Dreamville: J.I.D. and Lute deliver a knockout punch with their 'Ma Boy' music video

The CREED III movie is doing numbers at the box office but low-key? It’s the music pushing the must-see flick the most and all praises could be due for Dreamville’s J.I.D. and Lute with their new ‘Ma Boy’ music video finally unveiled.

The ‘Ma Boy’ music video really does hit hard

Of course the spotlight is on J.I.D. and Lute but taking it to the ring, too? Too priceless.

Dreamville/Interscope Records today release the official music video for “Ma Boy” — the lead single off the recently released CREED III soundtrack. Featuring rappers J.I.D and Lute from Dreamville, the music video is the perfect complement to the film's action-packed storyline, and the rappers energy is sure to get audiences hyped for the movie's intense fight scenes.

Dreamville executive produced the official soundtrack to CREED III alongside Proximity Media (Ryan Coogler, Ludwig Göransson, Archie Davis), Outlier Society (Michael B. Jordan) and Executive Music Producer Frank Brim. Featuring a powerhouse assembly of artists including J.Cole, Big Sean and Dreamville’s own like J.I.D, Ari Lennox, Bas, EARTHGANG, Lute, Cozz and Omen, the soundtrack also includes guest appearances by Big Sean, SiR, Syd, Tierra Whack, Kehlani and so much more. Standing strong at seventeen tracks that expands across hip hop, rap and R&B, the official soundtrack is available now via: https://dreamville.lnk.to/CreedIII

Dreamville/Interscope Records worked closely with the franchise’s producers MGM, Proximity and Outlier to create a musical experience that fit not just the film’s needs but one that will be celebrated as its own piece of art — inspired by both the film and the coming together of various artists on a soundtrack that matches the film’s acclaim and impact on community and culture. 

J.I.D.'s unforgettable '2007' classic is officially being added to 'The Forever Story'

Who can’t get enough J.I.D. in their lives? The hip-hop artist’s epic ‘2007’ song is going to officially see the light of the day and be intended the way it was supposed to be courtesy of it being added to his The Forever Story across all streaming platforms.

J.I.D.’s ‘2007’ is sounding like a perfect 2022 anthem

Following previous sample issues, J.I.D. is cleared for landing. The ‘2007’ song is now officially added to his studio effort.

J.I.D excitedly announced earlier this week that track “2007” — meant as the outro to his critically acclaimed album, The Forever Story — is finally being added to the project across DSPs. The track, which features spoken parts by J.Cole, Ib Hamad and J.I.D’s own father, was initially left off due to sample clearance issues. Listen to the complete The Forever Storyalbum here: https://JID.lnk.to/TheForeverStory

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Last month, J.I.D announced brand new national headlining dates with R&B/Soul artist Smino. The tour sold out almost immediately during the pre-sale period with additional dates announced on the on-sale date. Aptly titled, Luv Is 4Ever Tour, the 32-city tour kicks off on January 22 at Paramount Theatre in Seattle, WA making stops across the U.S. in Los Angeles, Houston, Atlanta, and more before wrapping up in Nashville, TN at Marathon Music Works on March 29. Tickets are now on sale, purchase at www.LuvIs4Ever.com.

J. Cole and Dreamville's festival is back next April

Dreamville’s J. Cole is giving people a reason to geek out over 2023. The hip-hop superstar has announced the return of his Dreamville Festival this spring in North Carolina.

J. Cole and Dreamville’s festival returns in April

The two-day event is slated to go down at the start of April. While you’ll have to wait months before being able to pull through, pre-sale tickets will soon become available.

One of the most influential and successful artists in modern music, J. Cole, and his Dreamville team are announcing today that Dreamville Festival will officially return next spring to Raleigh, North Carolina on Saturday, April 1, and Sunday, April 2, 2023. A special ticket pre-sale will also soon be available for Dreamville fans who sign-up for the official festival email or text newsletter at www.DreamvilleFest.com.

After Dreamville successfully revitalized the brand's flagship music festival last spring following a three-year hiatus, Dreamville Festival has since become the largest music festival in the state of North Carolina and one of the most popular artist-led music festivals in the world.

Last year, organizers welcomed 80,000 total attendees from across the globe including travelers from all 50 U.S. states and more than a dozen international countries, which were treated to a variety of family-friendly activities and local vendors, food trucks, and artisans from the greater Triangle area. Dreamville Festival 2022 in total created a more than $6.7 million dollar economic impact on the local Raleigh and Wake County community.

With a continued emphasis on community, diversity, and inclusivity, next year’s festival will once again bring together local residents and travelers alike to gather together and enjoy a weekend celebration curated by Cole himself. Festival-goers can look forward to exploring the historic Dorothea Dix Park, Raleigh’s largest city park while experiencing incredible music performances featuring Cole’s own favorite musical artists and collaborators who are traveling worldwide to perform in his home state of North Carolina.

“Dreamville Festival wants to keep growing and building off the success of the expanded two-day event last year. Our team is excited to reunite with our Dreamville family from around the world next spring,” said Dreamville Festival President Adam Roy. “Day ones, JID fans, Ari fans, music fans, everyone is welcome. Consider this your personal invite. Come through, you won’t want to miss Dreamville 2023.”

JID's hitting the road with Smino on their Luv Is 4ever Tour

There’s nothing better than seeing your favorite artists in-person. Dreamville’s own JID is gearing up to get 2023 started off right-right with a full-fledged nationwide tour alongside singer Smino. The duo have plans to hit up cities throughout the country on their Luv Is 4ever tour.

JID and Smino are hitting the road to start 2023

While details are still coming together, the Atlanta rap heavyweight and Smino will invade over 32 cities at the start of the new year. Fortunately, you only have to wait a few days to secure your tickets.

Atlanta rapper and renowned live performer, JID has announced brand new headlining dates alongside R&B/Soul artist Smino. Aptly titled, Luv Is 4Ever Tour, the 32-city tour kicks off on January 22 at Paramount Theatre in Seattle, WA making stops across the U.S. in Los Angeles, Houston, Atlanta, and more before wrapping up in Nashville, TN at Marathon Music Works on March 29. Tickets go on sale starting Friday, October 14th at 10AM Local at www.LuvIs4Ever.com.

JID recently wrapped a two week stint in Australia and New Zealand bringing his unique brand of high-octane energy and powerful storytelling to festival stages across the continent. He performed fan favorites alongside tracks from his recently released album, The Forever Story. JID recently sat in at NPR to perform for their Tiny Desk series which showcased JID’s vocal abilities live and unfiltered, watch below:

JID dishes on The Forever Story album, Lil Wayne collaborations and more on Apple Music

JID has a lot to talk about these days. The Southern hip-hop star steps forward to dish on everything from his music-making habits and putting out a new The Forever Story to doing more than just rubbing elbows with hip-hop icons like Lil Wayne in a new Apple Music 1 feature.

JID has lots and lots and lots to talk about with Apple Music’s Ebro Darden

There’s way too many things to list out from JID’s solid conversation with Apple Music’s Ebro Darden. So of course everything’s been made bite-sized with quotes from the conversation. Tap in and scroll on.

JID Tells Apple Music About Paying Homage To The Rappers That Came Before Him and Representing Atlanta…

“I ain't always want to be a rapper or artist or nothing like this. This wasn't my dream. It was my first love, but you don't always marry first love. This was just, I'm really fire at this, I'm really gifted at this. It kind of came to me in a time of craziness, turmoil, bad (censored) was going on and the music kind of saved me from that. Yeah. I always wanted to be a football player. That was my whole (censored). I try to do my due diligence when checking off those little hip hop purest boxes - When I'm making a song, whatever. I always want to show love back to where it came from, the origin of it. That's why we sample certain songs. That's why we try to pay that homage back and even try to rap with some of the older OGs that's still kicking flavor. I know father time is a (censored), but there's still some (censored) out there kicking flavor. I don't know. I just love it, and I love all the sub genres of hip hop, all the new stuff. I love the NY drill scene right now. I love them sampling these big ass pop songs. Love that (censored), and then I just be trying to represent my city. Georgia, Atlanta. I just try and put that on the map and make sure I pull somebody up along with it because that's how Atlanta is Doing well, because we help everybody.We help each other.”

JID Tells Apple Music About Collaborating With Mos Def (Yasiin Bey) and His Influence on Him…

“He's just been a big inspiration for forever. One of my favorite artists of all time and he stands for something so I always took heed to that. Just him even saying he wanted to do it, him respecting the art and just showing love to the future generation, that's what I got to do. This is where I want to be, in that light and I just respect it. That (censored) crazy to me too, bro. Him even being on the album.”

JID Tells Apple Music About Collaborating With Lil Wayne…

“Insane. I can't even listen to it. I'm waiting for the album to drop. I don't want to. I've heard it. I made it good to go through mix and mastering with it…But I don't want to hear it until the people hear it. Just because it's a big moment for me. It's an out of body thing. I don't even want to touch it just yet. I want to celebrate it with everybody else.”

JID Tells Apple Music About The Optimistic Tone of the Album…

“That's what ‘Forever’ essentially means. It's definitely that light at the end of the tunnel. That silver lining and it just going to lead me into becoming more of a man, stepping into it. Stepping into who I am for real, the man of God I'm trying to be, you feel me?”

JID Tells Apple Music How ‘The Forever Story’ and ‘The Never Story’ Go Together…

“Never came from a very humble mindset. It was coming from a never had (censored). That was the main song. A few people may know that song. The Forever Story is just the evolved origin story. It really just gave you a more tapped in to who I am.Telling more family stories, where I'm from, why I am kind of how I am, and it is just a full circle moment because it was a time I wouldn't even imagine that I would even be here. Being able to buy this. Now I'm thinking about the future. Never was just like, "Damn, this might not even be a real thing." It's just a dream. But, of course, with all the hard work and stuff I put in, it's just a blessing to still be able to do this (censored).”

JID Tells Apple Music About Featuring Audio From His Grandmother’s Funeral On The Song "Kody Blu 31”…

“The way it starts is actually at my grandma's funeral. I have the actual footage. I'm sitting there crying, holding the phone, recording this, because I know it's a big moment. A couple years before that we lost my other grandma on my mother's side. This is my dad's mother we lost. Recording this, my dad is singing his heart out on this recording. At the beginning of the song, if you listen to it, the first 15, 20 seconds, you could hear my whole family singing. You could hear my mama say, "Thank you, Lord." It's super powerful, and it's just literally about keep pushing through. The song is saying, "Swing on, swing on." It's a choir type feel. My family is all over the album.”

JID Tells Apple Music About Purchasing His Grandparent’s House and Honoring His Family’s Legacy…

“Legacy is just family. I'm trying to add to the legacy of my family so I had to purchase this land, purchase this house, because they're very important to the future generations, my kids, the kids after them.This is my grandmother and my grandfather's old house. I just bought it. This is the jukebox. We used to have family gatherings or whatever. This is probably the first time I ever put my lips to a microphone, not even knowing this had become a profession. The next few years I just want everybody to be closer in my family, essentially. For real, my granny passed. They were the owners for a minute. It's some family land, so my granny passed, and not a lot of people take care of it, so I just copped it. I had to buy it, keep it in the family. Legacy type. 100%. Just being able to leave something. For my kids, for the kids after them. Keeping it in the family, starting the foundation, you feel me?”

JID’s Family on Why They’re Proud of Him…

Ebro: Now, did you ever think that we'd be doing an interview for your album with your family?

JID: Nah, I ain't even think about it, but it's intentional because it makes more sense. Because that's what the whole project was about, essentially.

Ebro Darden: We call him JID or J-I-D. What do y'all call him?

Group: Destin.

JID's Mom: Destin to be here.

Ebro Darden: Destin to be here, that's right. He's Grammy nominated. He bought this property back for the family. Dad, we'll start with you. What words describe your feeling right now?

JID's Dad: I've always known there was greatness in him, but I didn't know that greatness would be shown during my lifetime.

Ebro Darden: What about you, mom?

JIDs Mom: We're just so proud of him. It's just beyond words when he can reach inside of himself, as we always have encouraged him to do so, because we speak greatness over all of our children and he manifested that greatness from his words. He is a wordsmith and he is a G.O.A.T. We're just proud of him.

J. Cole and Bas are officially in NBA 2K23 with a Dreamer Edition too

If you’re a Dreamville fanatic, there’s no way you can stay calm over the latest NBA 2K23 news. The label’s frontman and leader J. Cole and Bas have taken their love for basketball up a few notches by joining forces with the mighty NBA 2K franchise.

Dreamville has entered the NBA 2K universe

It’s deeper than rap for Dreamville. Cole is not only balling in real life but gracing the cover of the NBA 2K23 Dreamer Edition. From the fresh kicks to emphasizing the dreamer lifestyle, it’s all in the artwork.

2K today revealed details about the all-new MyCAREER experience in NBA® 2K23 on Next Gen that includes the largest and most involved storyline in franchise history. The story kicks off after the NBA Draft and challenges players to balance their performance in the NBA, while navigating their off-court career through music, fashion, and business. Among a rich cast of characters and cameos, MyCAREER will feature Dreamville musicians Elite and Bas as they help players befriend J. Cole and capture the hearts and minds of The City.*

J. Cole was also revealed as the cover star for the NBA 2K23 DREAMER Edition dropping this fall for PlayStation® 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Exclusively available at GameStop in the U.S. and Canada, the NBA 2K23 DREAMER Edition adds to J. Cole’s already standout accomplishments as a Grammy Award winning multi-platinum hip-hop artist and certified baller. Visit the NBA 2K23 official website for all the details.

Of course with this type of huge news it’s only right for both Cole and NBA 2K to speak on the powerful partnership.

“NBA 2K has long been a place to discover new musical talent through their game and continues to be a gold standard for showcasing all things basketball culture,” said J. Cole. “It’s been an amazing journey to not only appear on a cover of this year’s game, but to be part of the MyCAREER storyline, soundtrack and bring the DREAMER brand into NBA 2K. There’s also more to come, so watch out for all things Dreamville and DREAMER brand drops during Seasons and for Bas and Elite in this year’s MyCAREER story.”

“The sheer scale, depth and talent featured in this year’s MyCAREER creates an unparalleled experience within NBA 2K23,” said Alfie Brody, Vice President of Global Marketing Strategy at NBA 2K. “At the top of that list of talent is our first cover star who truly sits at the intersection of basketball and music. Bringing a visionary like J. Cole and DREAMER into the creative process for both the game and the soundtrack showcases the pillar of culture that NBA 2K23 has become.”

Additionally, the NBA 2K23 soundtrack will feature a collection of globally renowned artists at launch, including “TITANIC (feat. Rich Brian)” by Jackson Wang, “Rucón” by Alemán, “West Like (feat. Kalan.FrFr)” by Destiny Rogers, “The Matrix” by Ski Mask the Slump God, “Surround Sound (feat. 21 Savage & Baby Tate)” by JID, “Wants and Needs (feat. Lil Baby)” by Drake, “Nail Tech” by Jack Harlow, “Megan’s Piano” by Megan Thee Stallion, “No Trends” by Mike Dimes, “Que Oso” by Snow Tha Product, “Rapstar” by Polo G, “love nwantiti (ah ah ah) [feat. Joeboy & Kuami Eugene] [Remix]” by CKay, and many more. With three new tracks dropping every Friday, the NBA 2K23 soundtrack will feature a variety of artists, along with record label partnerships and integrations throughout Seasons.

J.I.D. keeps his presence buzzing on J. Cole's new 'Stick' anthem

Dreamville is back at it and standout hip-hop artist J.I.D. shines the brightest on the new ‘Stick’ anthem from the label’s new D-Day: A Gangsta Grillz mixtape.

J.I.D. keeps his presence buzzing on new Dreamville anthem

The Georgia native doesn’t just shine bright on the must-hear ‘Stick’ record. The rap slinger also makes his presence felt on ‘Barry From Simpson.’

Dreamville rapper and Atlanta innovator J.I.D, has two new songs out that appear on the rap collective come label’s mixtape: D-Day: A Gangtsa Grillz Mixtape (2022, Dreamville/Interscope Records). J.I.D’s track“Stick” with J.Cole, Sheck Wes and Kenny Mason leads the dynamic project while “Barry From Simpson”interrupts the tape halfway through for a braggadocious rap performance featuring 2 Chainz and Young Nudy.

The D-Day: A Gangsta Grillz mixtape is packed with heat

The new album is stacked with collaborations. In addition to Dreamville hitmakers, the studio effort comes packed with guest artists including 2 Chainz and A$AP Ferg.

J.I.D.’s non-stop grind isn’t slowing down

With just a few months into the new year, J.I.D. has remained busy-busy. From collaborations to gearing up for music festivals, there’s no slowing down the Atlanta rap lyricist.

J.I.D’s 2022 has been jam packed with the release of his first official single “Surround Sound” receiving wide acclaim from press and fans while also celebrating his biggest Billboard chart movements with the Imagine Dragons collab track “Enemy” — the song is currently #7 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #5 on Billboard Global 200. Fans will be able to catch J.I.D perform all the new songs including faithful favorites this weekend in Raleigh, NC at Dreamville Festival as well as in Indio, CA at this year’s Coachella Music Festival in April.

J. Cole + Joyner Lucas' 'Your Heart' Drops Tonight

Is J. Cole on an unexpected and much-appreciated music streak right now? The Dreamville boss is staying busy fresh from dropping his “Heaven’s EP” single with a Joyner Lucas anthem called “Your Heart” just hours away from premiering.

J. Cole + Joyner Lucas’ ‘Your Heart’ Is Coming

Literally less than 48 hours since blessing hip-hop heads with his audio gem, Cole is attacking playlists worldwide with a new audio gem. Lucas hit up Instagram to share the news courtesy of the record’s artwork.

“Tonight. 👀 @realcoleworld”

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Drake’s Feeling J. Cole Too

Joyner isn’t the only person messing with what Cole is serving up these days. Rap heavyweight Drake went to his social media pages this week to salute Jermaine on flipping his “Pipe Down” song into a must-hear “Heaven’s EP” record.

“💨 Cole on smoke 💨 Heavens EP”

The co-sign even ignited a flurry of shout-outs in the comments section. New York rapper Fabolous also tipped his hat at J. Cole going off on the new banger.

“Went silly wit the Multi Sylly’s…” -Fabolous

“🔥🔥🔥” -Murda Beatz

J. Cole Drops ‘Heaven’s EP’ Music Video

Seemingly out of nowhere, Cole came through Tuesday (September 21) night with the epic-looking visual. Along with showcasing his bars, J made sure to remind the world he’s Dreamville ‘til the end courtesy of sharing shots of protégés including his longtime signee Bas.

Dreamvill Boss Headlines Rolling Loud NYC

The upcoming Rolling Loud New York City festival has some of the biggest names in hip-hop attending as performers. Specifically, 50 Cent, J. Cole and Travis Scott will be headlining the event. Beyond Queens, New York, the worldwide festival is also planned for Miami and California, leading the grand return of large-scale occasions for live rap music.

Known for its wide-ranging lineups and show-stopping moments, Rolling Loud Festival is ready to return to the stage. Gearing up for its second-ever festival in the birthplace of hip-hop, RollingLoud announces Rolling Loud New York 2021, occurring October 28th-30th at Citi Field in Queens. Headlined by Travis Scott, J. Cole, and 50 Cent, tickets for Rolling Loud New York 2021 go on sale on Friday, June 11th at 12pm ET.

The Big Apple event is going to have a huge New York presence with Dipset, Action Bronson, Young M.A., J.I. and Sheck Wes all slated to perform.

The upcoming festival features a lineup that blends the biggest names in hip-hop with local heroes and respected veterans. Beyond the headliners, the festival promises performances from superstars like Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Baby, Playboi Carti, Polo G, and Lil Durk, rising talent like Pooh Shiesty, Ski Mask The Slump God, NLE Choppa, and Coi Leray, respected veterans including Rick Ross, Gucci Mane, Wale, and Fetty Wap, and a laundry list of NYC stars past and present, including Bobby Shmurda, Joey Bada$$, Ferg, The Diplomats, Action Bronson, Young M.A., J.I., Sheck Wes, Sheff G, Sleepy Hallow, Bizzy Banks, and many more.