Valee & MVW: The hip-hop pair grab chopsticks for the 'Shrimp Fried Rice' music video

Valee. MVW. What more could you want? How about a super fire new studio album in the form of their VALEEdation and a full-fledged ‘Shrimp Fried Rice’ music video?

It’s all about the new music tunes on a Friday, of course. Get caught up in the new album hype and keep scrolling to see the buzz surrounding their ‘Shrimp Fried Rice’ cinematic flex.

The avant-rap producer known as MVW has put the finishing touches to an album with regular collaborator Valee, entitled VALEEdation, with their chemistry resulting in new music that could just well turn out to be the pair’s magnum opus. VALEEdation offers a unique language that Valee and MVW have developed through their shared artistic vision. The project's sonic correlation with fine art allows it to transcend the boundaries of genre, blending into sounds featuring salient reconstruction of genres. The structural elements of classical music embedded within the song forms on VALEEdation add an extra layer of sophistication and elevation.

MVW's expertise in contemporary classical composition shines through as he weaves together intricate arrangements, showcasing his ability to meld genres seamlessly. Having studied classical music at New York University and under La Monte Young (one of the most revered American minimalist composers) and Bunita Marcus, Waller has also released three full LPs of classical compositions under his full name Michael Vincent Waller, including Moments which received a 7.8 from Pitchfork. MVW has worked with other innovative rappers such as TiaCorine, Xavier Wulf, Lil Gotit, Matt Ox, and Zelooperz.

MVW says, "The music feels like scenes in a movie more than tracks on an album, highlighted by different lighting on a thematic, subtle vibe. There is this sense of installation."

Valee is a visionary rapper known for his unconventional style and infectious energy. With his distinctive lyrical delivery and unwavering commitment to artistic exploration, Valee has become a transformative force within the rap landscape. This new album follows up Valee’s project with Action Bronson and Greedo 03 produced by Harry Fraud. Valee has also collaborated with artists such as Lil Yachty, YG, G Herbo, King Louie, and Vic Mensa. His EP GOOD Job, You Found Me was executive produced by Kanye West. What sets Valee apart is his artistic evolution over the past few years, which has been meticulously honed alongside one of his core producers, MVW. Together, they have crafted a distinctive sound that fuses contemporary classical influences with refined melodies, elevating the sonic tapestries of trap music.

Valee's artistic journey has been a deliberate departure from mainstream conventions, as he immerses himself in innovative aesthetics that challenge the status quo. This avant-garde approach serves as a guiding beacon for MVW, offering them a unique lens through which to navigate uncharted territories in music, explore novel genres, and push boundaries beyond the familiar.

Valee: The Harry Fraud and Z Money combination hits different in the 'Uppity' music video

Hard-hitting tunes with Harry Fraud behind the production? You already know the vibes. Rap artist Valee links with Z Money for their new ‘Uppity’ music video and the cinematic flex is fully activated.

Grainy and raw footage mixed with the hard bars? Super tough. Tap in.

Valee: Harry Fraud's pal comes through with a hard-hitting and chill 'Yeah But Um' music video

Who says you need iced-out chains and a city setting for your music videos? Turns out rap artist Valee is simplifying the culture and proves it courtesy of his ‘Yea But Um’ music video.

The Harry Fraud-produced anthem goes hard and getting the visual element? Tough.

Valee: It's a celebration with 'Virtuoso' streaming everywhere so of course the 'Dutty Laundry' video is must-see

Anything Harry Fraud messes with? I’m in. So needless to say, buzz about the mega producer teaming with hip-hop artist Valee for their new Virtuoso album - now streaming everywhere, by the way - caught my attention immediately and I couldn’t wait for this full-fledged release. But before geeking out over the LP, how about getting turnt up for the new ‘Dutty Laundry’ music video?

The entire project is fire but this new music video? Hits way different. Peep the details and start streaming - and watching - right away.

Valee returns---and this time he’s back with Harry Fraud!

Personally hand-picked by Kanye West and signed to his G.O.O.D. Music imprint, it didn’t take long for Valee to make an impression.  Not only was Valee named Rolling Stone’s “Hot Rapper Of the Year,” he was also awarded Single of the Year by Spin Magazine for “Womp Womp” (which went Gold) featuring Jeremih.

Yet, what separates Valee from his peers, is that his completely original, unorthodox rap sketches are virtually a sub-genre of their own; one that inspired some of the culture’s biggest heavyweights to dissect, emulate, and copy his soft-spoken style and flow.  For fans of clever lyrics, effortless style, and endless swag, Valee’s artistry resembles trap music for the connoisseur. 

After a successful stint on G.O.O.D. Music/Def Jam, Valee opted to embark on an independent career, one that would give the rising Chicago South Sider more opportunity to create as freely as possible. 

Now the rising star embarks on the next phase of his career with Virtuoso, his new collaborative album with Harry Fraud. Virtuoso is produced in its entirety by Harry Fraud and features guest appearances from Action Bronson, 03 Greedo, Saba, Mavi, RXK Nephew, Twista and Z Money.

Harry Fraud thrives on being entrusted with artists' most personal statements; recently, producing chart-topping projects for Curren$y (Vices), French Montana (Montega, which hit Billboard’s Top 200 chart), Dave East (Hoffa), Lil Peep (High Fashion), Benny The Butcher (The Plugs I Met 2), Jim Jones (The Fraud Department), Jay Worthy’s You Take The Credit, We’ll Take The Check and 38 Spesh’s Beyond Belief. 

“I’m glad the world finally gets to hear what we worked so hard on” Valee declares.  “Harry and I are like cereal and milk.  Hopefully, this is the first of many projects, but for now, enjoy this first round of wizardry.”