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Kash Doll, DJ Infamous, Mulatto, And Benny The Butcher Show Why The Competition Is Mad With ‘Bad Azz’

The new song was premiered during Gucci Mane and Jeezy’s Verzuz battle. …

Detroit’s Kash Doll returns to smash on the competition with “Bad Azz” produced by DJ Infamous and featuring Mulatto and Benny The Butcher. The new song was premiered during Gucci Mane and Jeezy’s Verzuz battle last night, nearly being swallowed in the drama that followed. It’s impossible to keep these three rappers down for long though; the track resurfaced a couple of hours after being played during the Verzuz intro set, driven by the 2 million viewer debut that had the audience reaching for their Shazam apps.

“Bad Azz” is Kash Doll’s first new solo single since March’s “Rich Hoochie.” Clearly, it appears that Kash’s album promo was derailed by the pandemic, like so many other plans this year. But the Detroit rapper already proved her indomitable will on 2019’s Stacked, making it a near certainty she’d overcome the setback. Recruiting Mulatto and Benny for her comeback single shows she’s unafraid of the moment and knows just how to capture the public’s attention.

Her collaborators on “Bad Azz” have both had a breakout 2020; while Mulatto appeared on XXL‘s 2020 Freshman Class and dropped her charming debut Queen Of Da Souf shortly thereafter, Benny has popped up everywhere from Russ’ new EP to Freddie Gibbs’ top five rappers list, dropping his own Burden Of Proof to widespread acclaim.

Listen to “Bad Azz” above.

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Album Review

R3b3l I explores self-discovery through sound on “A Different Frequency” album

In a music scene often ruled by lyrics, R3b3l I proves that you can tell a powerful story without a single lyric. “A Different Frequency” is a twelve-track instrumental hip-hop and rap-inspired album inviting you into a deeply personal journey of growth, self-discovery, and purpose, speaking its message purely through mood, rhythm, and expression.

“Dance Before the Throne” opens the album, immediately establishing the tone of reflection and reverence. From here, “Elevate” and “The Wave” continue, adding momentum and a sense of movement and change. Each piece is a chapter in a larger story, allowing you to interpret the music with your own experience.

Songs like “I AM Power,” “Level Up,” and “Awaken” seem to be a big part of the progression of the album. The energy is one of empowerment and inner evolution. “The Jazzy Hop” is a nice change of pace in style, with a smooth, groove-flavored taste that shows R3b3l I’s versatility. Meanwhile, “Carousel,” “Raindrops,” and “Heartbeat” are moments of introspection that balance uplifting themes with emotional depth and openness.

The project wraps up on an emotional high with “Ancestors,” a heartfelt tribute to the forebears and the invisible forces that still influence us on our journeys. It’s a fitting way to close out an album about connection, growth, and purpose. “A Different Frequency” is more than a collection of tracks with carefully constructed instrumentals and thoughtful sequencing, and it’s a rewarding journey for those who want immersive instrumental hip-hop with heart, imagination, and substance.

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Artist Spotlight

“Signalling Signatures” finds Mr Pigeons exploring dreams, truth, and hidden meanings

While the first look at an upcoming project usually sets the expectations, Mr Pigeons does something more ambitious with “Signalling Signatures.” With this release, the hip-hop artist opens up a portal into “Shining Arras,” inviting you into a world where dreams, symbols, and hidden meanings collide.

“Signalling Signatures” is an exploration of the thin veil between reality and imagination, based on themes of altered consciousness and shifting perspectives. The song is a mix of mythology, film, and spiritual symbolism and encourages you to look beyond the ordinary and find the messages in everyday life. Mr Pigeons delivers with purpose and swagger, blending introspection with crisp storytelling. He also renders the abstract ideas of the song accessible.

The thing about “Signalling Signatures” that is so compelling is its sheer audacity to challenge you. There are no easy answers in this song, only a quest for truth, perception, and uncertainty. A good opening chapter to “Shining Arras,” and it manages to build up suspense as well as showing Mr Pigeons’ artistic vision. “Signalling Signatures” is a good introduction to what could be an interesting new creative phase for the artist.