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Busta Rhymes Ignites Essence Festival with Explosive Remix of Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us”!

Over the weekend, Busta Rhymes electrified the 2024 Essence Festival in New Orleans with a jaw-dropping surprise. Just as he wrapped up his set, Busta threw the crowd into a frenzy by unveiling a remix of Kendrick Lamar’s fiery diss track “Not Like Us.” Adding his signature bars to the mix, Busta’s reimagined version had fans roaring with excitement.

The unexpected treat left festival-goers buzzing with anticipation for the full release. While it’s still unclear if Busta plans to officially drop the remix, his participation in the Kendrick-Drake lyrical feud has only added more fuel to the fire of one of the year’s most talked-about battles.

Despite the high-energy performance, Busta Rhymes had a moment of tension with the audience. Spotting some attendees seated and recording on their phones, he didn’t hold back his frustration. “A-yo, fk them camera phones, too. Let’s get back to interacting like humans. Put them weird-a devices down,” he exclaimed. “I ain’t from that era. Them sts don’t control the soul. Fk your phone.”

The outburst sparked a heated debate on social media, with many agreeing with Busta’s call for more genuine interaction, while others felt he may have overreacted. What do you think of Busta Rhymes’ explosive preview of the “Not Like Us” remix? Are you eager to hear the full track? Share your thoughts in the comments below and stay tuned to Honk Magazine for all the latest updates!

Artist Spotlight

“Empatia” by Aurien & Jab Vix set the tone for an atmospheric new era

“Empatia,“ the stunning electronic debut of Aurien, in collaboration with Jab Vix, is the start of a new creative universe under Aurien’s newly launched imprint Château Bonheur Musique. The track feels like a doorway into a curated emotional space, built from atmosphere, storytelling, and immersive sound design.

“Empatia” is founded upon a contemporary electronic aesthetics that favors texture. The production is sleek and considered, offering up soft rhythmic pulses within roomy layers that breathe. Working with Jab Vix gives texture and dynamics to Aurien’s perspective and sets the sound for the song. It’s more about feeling the music than looking for peaks of high energy. It builds slowly and invites you to sit in the mood.

A highlight is the “Elegant Mix,” which takes the original and gives it a more subdued, slicker makeover. It allows the heart of the composition to come through more intimately, and this duality reinforces the idea behind Château Bonheur Musique as environment, experience, and feeling. “Empatia” is a debut statement and manifesto for the immersive, emotionally intelligent electronic music that works as effortlessly as it does in shared spaces. It’s a thoughtful direction for Aurien, where sound is not just heard, but lived in.

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Saint Escape injects an attitude into a classic for a new generation on latest release “Everybody Wants To Rule The World”

SAINT ESCAPE takes a classic favorite, “Everybody Wants To Rule The World,” and gives it a new twist, transforming the iconic hit into an alternative rock statement full of personality and modern flair.

Rather than just repeating a familiar song, Saint Escape offers a bold vision to the track. There’s a touch of “baddiecore-lite” attitude, married with alt-rock vibes, a feeling that seems tailor-made for those who love nostalgia but want something that speaks to today. The result is familiar, yet refreshingly different.

The track establishes its own identity right from the first moments. The alternative rock styling provides a sharper edge to the song’s timeless themes, making for a dynamic listening experience that feels vibrant and contemporary. With confidence in every note, the performance can stand on its own but still respect the legacy of the original.

While acknowledging the song’s emotional and cultural significance, Saint Escape also celebrates a more rebellious aesthetic. The “baddiecore-lite” influence adds an interesting attitude to the track, making it feel fun, confident and effortlessly cool.

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