OG David James - No More Parties Remix #OGFridayz (video)
It’s not Good Friday, but it’s a great Friday when it’s #OGFridayz. This week we receive episode 8 from the Reno raised, Oxnard born artist OG David James. This time he chooses a modern classic to hop on by way of Coi Leray’s “No More Parties.” This one is probably a new favorite from the series so far. Aside from having the most satisfying of melodies, the message being conveyed is all real talk. Although the rap lifestyle comes with its fair share of questionable environments, David makes sure that the head space remains clear for blessings and nourishing energy.
“Drawing all the blue prints, closing all the loose ends. That was not directed, I’m like fuck it, if the shoe fits. Wear it, I ain’t focused on appearance. I ain’t focused on no shit that don’t contribute to my spirit.”
When growth and change become frequent in your life, the people around you change how they see you. Perception can be jaded when people get the wrong ideas about your trajectory. Not being able to understand the obstacles and steps required to meet your goals is the biggest disconnect from those who aren’t pursuing the same dream. David is aware of the change in the energy that he draws. With this life, putting out good energy may attract something of the opposite in addition to reciprocated energy. The sentiment is fitting for the name of the beat “No More Parties.”
Although the record comes in at a minute and forty five seconds, the verse contains a lot of philosophy and perspective from the young OG. David cleverly sprinkles real life feelings from his journey and turns it into a vibe perfect for any kickback with all your day ones. I find myself wishing that OG David James had a verse on the original song. He really took the beat and made it his own, a skill that makes the OG Fridayz series particularly intriguing. Give this one a spin and see if you are rocking with the OG mix of the record. I’m going to keep spinning this visual by Angelo DePrater on repeat and keep the vibes right.
Also, if haven’t already, go subscribe to the OG David James YouTube channel and watch all the episodes currently available after this one.
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Money & McFly - Another Note (Official Music Video)
Yoooo, thanks for tuning into the WW radar for a Friday forecast. Today we have new music from a long time favorite, the 518’s Eli McFly. This time around he links up with the RIAA certified platinum producer, who is also rap artist, Money Montage. Their latest release under that name Money & Montage is titled “Another Note.” A straight fly guy anthem. With an icy visual filmed on location, down in Miami. It’s some better living vibes going on. Them boys on the east keeping it real player.
The beat comes from Money Montage & company (Stones Neighbor & Ayo B), with the genius level production. A well executed beat with a nuanced, trance inducing bounce with the unorthodox instruments over the heavy bass line. Money Montage starts off talking that bag talk and not letting anyone who hasn’t put in the work breathe around him. Showing off a multi faceted aspect of his creative talent, he’s not just a producer, he knows how to put together real songs. Better than some rappers can, respect and credit is given where its due. Montage delivers a verse full of quotables with that nonchalant, slick flow. Translating all the way over to the hook, he don’t play round! This was my first introduction to Money Montage as an MC. Looking forward to see what other type of greatness is coming next from the young king himself.
“I see greatness everyday but that’s cause I’m in the mirror. Jumping over obstacles, I can’t let them interfere. Her head so good, I’m off the road, I couldn’t steer. Yeah, you seen the fit but it was something you couldn’t wear.”
The second verse hops in Eli McFly, grabbing the torch from Montage and running off with it. Doing the beat just dirty, getting real drippy with his verse. The duo really locked in and compliment each other’s sound, making for a well balanced dynamic. McFly in true form, elevates the foundation from which he is rooted with the sound. Signature sound from him in a refreshing way every time he hops on the mic. Be warned, don’t leave your girl or an open instrumental around McFly. He might just come fuck your day up without really trying.
Tap in with them @eli518mcfly and @moneymontage on IG
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Infamous Black - 10 On It Featuring Carlitos
How y’all doing on this fine Friday morning? WW back with a couple tunes that you might not be up on. This time the radar picked up some activity from 707 & 775 based artists Infamous Black and Carlitos. The two linked up for the record with Cody C Music Studios on the boards. The short film was filmed and directed by Filthy Visuals. The track along with visuals are titled “10 on it” and tells a creative Clear Acre Ln story, on a grimy night off N. McCarran. Don’t be looking like a lick on the wrong time of day up north.
The videos depicts Infamous Black and Carlitos plotting to hit an unsuspecting liquor for that bag. When it’s an inside job, how can you not be intrigued? Black starts off the record with a fast paced, electrifying hook that reminds me of the 2012 golden era Wiz flow but the verses are unique to Infamous’s sound. Despite having a nostalgic sound, its something that the scene he belongs to does not have with out his contribution. You can tell Infamous has been working at his craft. The lyrics come off clear and effortless. The bars are not minimalistic but delivered in a way that makes them easy to process.
“Should get this shit tatted cause we going up! Don’t get us combative when we blowing up.”
The second verse comes in with flawless flows as Carlitos serves up a saucy 16. All bars, the 2 blocc spitter moonwalks over the beat and provides us with a slimy story, Sutro style. The verse contributes a new energy to the record and gives it a new dimension to the narrative being developed in the video as well. I found myself rewatching this video a few times. Even spent a good portion of my night smoking to it and really bonding with the record itself. Infamous, in conjunction with Carlitos, along with Cody C and Filthy Visuals were a great team: successfully bringing out a new perspective to the diverse city of Reno, NV. Currently the video is a YouTube exclusive so go to the link above and subscribe to the channel for more Infamous Black music.
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ZP Ratik - NEXT (Official Music Video)
Good evening y’all, it’s late and I have to be ready for the work week in a couple hours. Good thing this tree finally wearing me down. Alas, last post for the weekend goes to ZP Ratik for his latest visual to his song “NEXT.” If there’s anything that I can count on ZP for, is to be able to motivate me and keep my head held high. There’s no loss in showing up and attempting whatever it is you do. By acting, you are outdoing half of the people who have the same goal as you. A sentiment that subconsciously has been culminating in my mind every time this record gets played.
The video is true to this way of thinking as ZP takes his resources and makes the most out of it. The lighting, drone shots, and museum quality lens take this DIY video to a whole new aesthetic. The type of production that should serve as motivation for any independent artist trying to find a way. If that means invest in all the necessary video equipment for your craft, then maybe that’s what it takes to get visuals anytime you need them. Aside from the setting, the song itself is an audio affirmation. Don’t believe him, just watch, as he continues to climb towards the best version of himself.
There’s no better door to enter than the one you propped open yourself. You could keep waiting until someone opens that coincidental door that you swear is the only way in. If you got any common sense, you will keep trying every handle until you find the door you are meant to open when the timing is right for you. When I have a long week and start feel the ebbs and flows of societal norms weighing on me heavy; I turn on some ZP Ratik to remind me to wake my shit up. Get to it or get the fuck on. “I’m not gonna hold my breath, get it on my own, BIG step.” Tell yourself that if you really trying to be NEXT. Watch this video for high energy and a dose of “get it out the mud” for your Monday morning or any time you need a reminder of who the fuck you are.
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Jokesta Fresh & Kiing Khash - Loose Lips (Official Audio)
“All that talking, you’s a hoe, bitch you got the loose lips”
What’s good y’all? Today the radar is tuning in to Cabo San Lucas by way of Reno with the latest single from Jokesta Fresh & Kiing Khash titled “Loose Lips.” A certified banger for those who are more “start a business, mind your own.” Early premiere of this record, set for streaming platforms on May 25th, was uploaded on the Jokesta Fresh Official YouTube channel yesterday on the 22nd. It has been a productive run for the No Town spitter, with a minimum of 12 releases in the last three months. The consistency is only increasing as the summer is creeping up on us as we mark the days off the calendar.
Jokesta takes over for the hook and starts off the record with a cold verse. The content is as infectious as any with everyone’s favorite mantra: don’t snitch. Jokesta rides the beat with a certain type of bounce that not too many possess. It’s easy to find yourself going crazy with every snare and drum kick of the instrumental, producer credits to Anthony420. This song can’t be played loud enough, easily gets replayed one or two more times before I can move on. The chemistry between the two MC’s really seasons the song overall and make it that much more cohesive.
With the clutch assist comes Kiing Khash on the second verse with the icy vocals and punchlines on moving in silence. In fair warning, don’t cross him or Jokesta if you want to deal with the consequences. It’s a tight rope walk if you have a little bit too much to say on what does not need to be spoke on. Despite the severity of the message, it’s packaged in a way that can turn out the function or get the folks down at the barbershop gigging. The first introduction to Kiing Khash has me looking forward to what he and Jokesta got next.
Tap the button below to follow Jokesta Fresh and to find his music at, search Jokesta Fresh on all platforms. It’s a unique style that you did not know you needed to hear. Don’t sleep on this spitter.
It’s gon’ be a hot summer, update your playlist with this one here. It’s a heater, no pun intended. Subscribe to the YouTube channel above and find this song on all platforms May 25th.
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