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Rich Homie Quan talks about getting kidnapped by Gucci for 3 days, Bow Wow influence, Young Thug new music

September 10, 2021 by Lalaa Shepard
press release
Gucci Mane, rich homie quan, tpr media group, Young Thug

“I’m back dropping music, nothing is holding me down, I’m back to telling my story”

In a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa, Lalaa Shepard catches up with Atlanta native Rich Homie Quan to speak about his come up doing open mics, his first big break with “Type of Way”, hating his most popular song to date, “Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh)”,

changes in the music industry since 2013, fatherhood, and more. 

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GRAMMY AWARD WINNING PRODUCER ZAYTOVEN RELEASES NEW TRACK “BETTER BELIEVE” WITH BELLY, THE WEEKND, AND YOUNG THUG

July 21, 2021 by Dj RootsQueen
first, Hip Hop, Music, News, Press, Single Release
belly, the weeknd, Young Thug

Zaytoven has announced the release of a new track with rapper and producer, Belly, The Weeknd, and Young Thug called “Better Believe” tonight at midnight.

The song begins with a crooning Weeknd on the hook followed by Belly rapping a strong first verse discussing his success in the music industry. He is then joined by Young Thug on the second verse with dynamic bars that follow The Weeknd’s lead on his catchy hook about rising to the top. The song will be available on all platforms.

“the music game is about crazy combos and we just put together the craziest”. The song can be described as magical melodies mixed with heavy weight verses. This is a certified hit, BETTER BELIEVE”.

Zaytoven

His name alone sets the tone for who he is, what he does, and the magnitude of his skill set. Super-producer Xavier “Zaytoven” Dotson copped his name from the German composer and pianist, Ludwig van Beethoven, because of the many similarities the two musicians share. Both were born in Germany, both mastered the organ and piano at a young age, both boast a genuine interest in music, and most notably possessed the same foresight to align themselves with key people who could help further their careers. For Beethoven it was the dignitaries of Vienna, for Zaytoven it was Gucci Mane, king of the streets of East Atlanta.

Zaytoven is the epitome of a multi-layered musical genius. He has been on his grind behind closed doors for over a decade. Not only has he mastered playing the guitar, drums, organ and piano by ear, but he is also a gifted producer, songwriter and performer. The man behind the magic can even be considered an instrument himself, expressing his passion and poetry through keys, strings, and drumheads. While he wears many hats, he wears them all well, constantly re-inventing himself and his sound to become a crucial force in the entertainment industry.

Belly is a distinguished rapper, singer/songwriter, and producer who has drawn from the cultural displacement, poverty, and hustling he endured as a Palestinian-Jordanian immigrant living in Canada. The Juno Award winning rapper has joint deals with Roc Nation and XO Records, a Canadian record label co-founded by The Weeknd. Born Ahmad Balshe in the West Bank Palestinian city of Jenin, Belly moved with his family to Ottawa, Ontario, to escape violence and poverty. Having long been interested in hip hop, he began using rap as a catharsis and soon garnered a reputation as a formidable MC.

The Weeknd was dubbed the songbird of his generation. He rose above other fellow newcomers with his rich expertise in music. Born Abel Tesfaye in Scarborough, Ontario on February 16, 1990, he grew up listening to a variety of music genres, including soul, quiet storm, hip hop, funk, indie rock, and post-punk. He dropped out of high school at 17 and “left one weekend and never came home” with some of his friends. It was where his moniker came out. It was supposed to be The Weekend but got altered to avoid copyright issue with a Canadian band of the same name. 

He broke into the music scene with the 2011 mixtape “House of Balloons”. He went on to work with Drake, Wiz Khalifa, Future, and others, while building his own career as an artist. In 2015, The Weeknd enjoyed huge success with the Grammy-winning album “Beauty Behind the Madness”, which boasted the hit single “Can’t Feel My Face”. His follow-up album, “Starboy” (2016), also won a Grammy and featured collaborations with artists such as Daft Punk. 

Young Thug was born amongst the masses eliminating any doubt that he wouldn’t be special. The second youngest child of 11 children developed a skill for standing out amongst many, early. He moved to Jonesboro, an impoverished suburb of Georgia where his lifestyle was engrossed by the crime, drug addiction and violence that surrounded him. It was there that he developed an insatiable appetite to succeed his current situation.

After discovering and acknowledging his talent and creativity for music, Thug started a new hustle that would soon mature as one of the most promising music careers in the South. Eyeballing the thrown of Hip hop royalty, Young Thug began to create a sound and style that would inevitably place him on top. Young Thug is the representative for a generation that doesn’t see hip-hop as a hobby but a lifestyle. Keeping true to himself, his art, and his home.

Check out the teaser video and tell us what you think in the comments.

YSL Unfoonk ‘My Struggle’ VLOG + interview

June 17, 2021 by Lalaa Shepard
Interviews
dj exel, Future, lalaa shepard, the progress report, unfoonk, Young Thug, YSL

Unfoonk is just a day away from releasing his third highly anticipated project, ‘My Struggle’. For those not familiar with Unfoonk, he is Young Thug’s older blood brother and he appeared on YSL’s ‘Slime Langauge 2’ on “Real” and “Mob Ties” Remix. During a special edition of The Progress Report, Lalaa Shepard and DJ eXeL catch up with Unfoonk as they reminisce on giving him his first interview after being released from prison for serving 11 years.

“Every day I thank God for allowing me to give my life story” (Unfoonk)

Unfoonk speaks on how his life has changed since the success of “Real”, hardships adjusting to fame, raising 2 daughters, criticism and advice from Young Thug, work ethic, and his upcoming tour with Yak Gotti.

“Treat me regular, I don’t want to be treated like a celebrity” (Unfoonk)

‘My Struggle’ is set to release June 18th with features from Future, Young Thug, Lil Keed, G Herbo and more.

https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/

https://www.instagram.com/Lalaashep/

https://www.instagram.com/djexel/

https://www.instagram.com/2x_unfoonk/

Young Stoner Life Records ATL Meet + Greet: Exclusive Recap Pics + Video

April 25, 2021 by Ogechi
Album Release, Celebrity News, events, Hip Hop, Music, Press, press release
Slime Language 2, Young Stoner Life, Young Thug, YSL

 

Last Thursday (4/22) Young Thug and his YSL Records came to south ATL for a pop-up Meet + Greet promoting the newly released Slime Language 2

Take a peak at the event and stream Slime language 2
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Remember to tune into Rudegirl Radio Thursday’s 3pm – 6pm with Dj Roots Queen and Ogechi!

Young Thug, Gunna, and Yak Gotti Drop New Single and Video – ‘Take it to Trial’

December 23, 2020 by Dj RootsQueen
Interviews, Podcasts, Single Release
Gunna, Young Thug

‘Take it to Trial’ is the first single to be released off Young Thug’s forthcoming album, Slime Language 2

Produced by Wheezy, Young Thug co-directed the video that dropped with the song, ‘Take it to Trial’. There is no word yet on when Slime Language 2 will drop. Check out the video on Youtube.

Dj Roots Queen recently sat down with Yak Gotti on Rude Girl Radio

In part 3 of the exclusive interview, Yak Gotti discusses how he got his name, conflict resolution in the streets, and his relationship with Gunna. Watch the full interview on Youtube.

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