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Busta Rhymes Shares “ELE2” Tracklist: Kendrick Lamar, Mariah Carey, & More

Busta Rhymes is about to bless us with a potential classic this week, revealing the stacked tracklist for his new album Extinction Level Event 2: The Wrath of God.

Set for a release on Friday, Busta Rhymes just shared the tracklist for ELE2 and it’s looking like it will be a must-listen.

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The album boasts features from old school veterans, new school heavyweights, and everything in between. The introductory track features the likes of Chris Rock, Rakim, and Pete Rock. That much will communicate the vibe of the rest of the project, which includes vocals from Q-Tip, Ol’ Dirty Bastard, M.O.P., Bell Biv Devoe, and more.

Of course, Busta’s first album in eleven years wouldn’t be complete without some support from some of the artists dominating today’s landscape. He’s got songs with Kendrick Lamar, Anderson .Paak, Rick Ross, Rapsody, and more.

ELE2 will also feature Mariah Carey, Mary J. Blige, Nikki Grier, and more.

If the tracklist reveal isn’t enough to convince you to stream Busta Rhymes’ new album on Friday, we’re not sure what will.

Let us know which song you’re most excited for in the comments.

In other Busta-related news, the rap legend has been embroiled in a playful feud with T.I., who turned down his appearance to compete on Verzuz in favor of a battle against Jeezy. Busta Rhymes is still looking for someone to go up against, suggesting that he would be down to face off against two people at once.

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The Real Mack The Knife honors memory and spirit with soulful release “Rio Grande de Loíza”

The song “Rio Grande de Loíza” by The Real Mack The Knife is a powerful tribute to Puerto Rico’s history, memory, and sacred spirit. The track transforms nature into something spiritual, intimate, and timeless, inspired by the legendary river and Julia de Burgos’ immortal voice.

The song “Rio Grande de Loíza” has an old, alive vibe from the beginning. River water, moonlight, desire, and cultural memory shape a song that seems to rise from the ground. The Real Mack The Knife uses the river as a living, symbolic being, unlike the original work.

Julia de Burgos gives the piece incredible depth. She sees the river as a witness, a mother, a wound, a mirror, and a prayer throughout the song’s emotional landscape. The literary and spiritual connection gives the track a haunting beauty beyond music.

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Devan Ibiza adds soul and reflection on new release “Portland”

With “Portland,” Devan Ibiza creates a warm, thoughtful, atmospheric hip-hop record rooted in boom-bap’s deep, reflective energy. Soulful production and introspective mood make it a quiet moment of thought rather than a distraction.

“Portland” embodies classic hip-hop. Boom-bap gives it a rhythmic foundation, and warm, soulful production draws listeners in. This beat is perfect for contemplation, letting emotion and thought flow.

The single’s mood adds interest. Devan Ibiza values subtlety and atmosphere over loudness and trends. The song’s restraint is its strength. Late-night thoughts, personal memories, and quiet realizations make “Portland” contemplative.

Devan Ibiza’s release is well-paced emotionally. Since the song is never rushed or crowded, its atmosphere can naturally resonate. That patience gives “Portland” a timeless quality usually reserved for classic hip-hop stories and soulful underground records.

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