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Andre 3000 Makes A Rare Appearance On Goodie Mob’s Boastful ‘No Cigar’

Goodie Mob is one of the few groups that could secure a rare verse from the elusive Andre 3000. …

Andre 3000 is one of rap’s most elusive figures, only contributing rare guest verses to the occasional longtime collaborator or rap legend patient enough to wait on the perfectionist former Outkast member. Fortunately for fans, Goodie Mob — who just released a new album today titled Survival Kit — certainly qualifies on both counts. As fellow members of Atlanta’s Dungeon Family collective, Goodie Mob and Outkast have worked together extensively since their inception some time in the early ’90s. That connection seems to have remained strong enough for the Goodies to secure a guest appearance from Andre on their new song “No Cigar.”

Over a trademark Organized Noise production, each Goodie member — Big Gipp, Khujo, and T-Mo — gets in a verse giving their own take on the song’s overall concept — expressed on the hook as a question: “Who wants smoke? No cigar.” Andre comes in for the anchor leg with 16 bars of his typical poetic flow, sounding bouncy and rejuvenated as he brags about his prowess with the ladies.

Andre isn’t the only Outkast member to appear on Survival Kit. Big Boi shows up on “Prey 4 Da Sheep,” while the Goodies also bring in rap legend Chuck D on “Are You Ready” to open the album. Check those out below.

Survival Kit is out now via Organized Noize/Goodie Mob Worldwide.

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Cali Tucker Unwraps Christmas Magic With Her New EP “Santa Baby”

Cali Tucker

Cali Tucker is back in the spotlight this season with “Santa Baby,” a beautifully made holiday EP that captures the heart, warmth, and timeless glow of Christmas classics. Cali is known for singing the National Anthem at NASCAR’s Pennzoil 400 in front of 80,000 fans and more than three million people at home. She brings the same powerful presence and emotional depth to this holiday project.

“Santa Baby” is a great holiday release for music lovers, bloggers, and new artist discovery sites. It has six tracks and lasts 20 minutes. It mixes nostalgia with Cali’s signature smooth vocals. Each song shows off her talent, but “O Holy Night” and “The Christmas Song” are two that stand out as favorites. Both performances show off her range, control, and ability to bring classic songs into modern emotional spaces without losing their original charm.

“O Holy Night” stands out as the EP’s spiritual center, with a glowing performance full of dynamics, warmth, and a cinematic stillness that draws people in. Cali gives the song both respect and a unique touch, breathing new life into a well-known hymn. “The Christmas Song,” on the other hand, makes you feel like you’re sitting next to a fire. It’s soft, heartfelt, and full of stories that make you feel nostalgic. Cali’s voice flows effortlessly through every note, making it impossible not to feel the magic of the season.

The whole EP flows easily and has a mix of fun sparkle, soulful warmth, and classic Christmas music. “Santa Baby” is the perfect song for the season, whether people are making holiday playlists, looking for new Christmas music, or discovering new vocal talents. This EP adds a new but familiar sound to today’s holiday music scene. It has a comforting feel and is easy to listen to repeatedly.

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Kalpee Honors Heritage and Heart on His Emotion-Rich New EP Dougla Boi

Kalpee

Kalpee is back with Dougla Boi, a beautiful new EP that is both personal and powerful. It gives listeners a close look at the layers of identity, heritage, and emotion that make him who he is. The Trinidad and Tobago artist is confident in his own space, which is rooted in New Calypso and polished with hints of dancehall, R&B, and afrobeats. In this space, genre bends, but emotion leads.

Named after the Trinidadian word for someone of mixed African and Indian heritage, Dougla Boi is honest, proud, and warm about the complexities of culture. Kalpee opens a window into the dualities that define him across six tracks, turning personal truth into universal resonance. The EP is just under 19 minutes long, but every second is carefully planned to take listeners on a journey through courage, joy, healing, and the quiet strength that comes from accepting all parts of yourself.

The first single, “Under,” stands out right away for its calming yet emotionally charged experience. Kalpee’s voice flows over a beat that sounds both new and old, fitting the EP’s theme of bringing cultures together. It’s one of the best examples of how he can mix soft and hard sounds, which is what makes his New Calypso sound so unique.

“Everybody,” which features Full Blown, is another excellent song that has already done very well. It has a happy vibe and an infectious bounce, making it one of the EP’s most replayable songs. “Everybody” captures the spirit of community and shared experience, which is what Kalpee means when he says that identity is not a box but a rhythm.

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