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Benny The Butcher Teases Drake Collaboration

Benny The Butcher is still riding the wave of Burden Of Proof, the Hit-Boy-produced album that found the Griselda rapper confidently declaring his legend status. And while the project has only been released for a few weeks, The Butcher is already setting his sights on next year’s endeavors, teasing The Plugs I Met 2 and his highly-anticipated collaboration with Drake during a Beats 1 conversation with Ebro Darden.

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For further context, it was previously reported that Drizzy and Benny were planning on connecting, though details surrounding that particular duet have been relatively scarce. In May, he explained that he was looking to go bar-for-bar with the Certified Lover Boy, putting some serious respect on his pen game in the process. Now, he confirms to Ebro that the wheels are in motion, albeit seemingly without a clear-cut destination. “I gave him a verse for something he’s working on, he gave me a verse for something I’m working on,” explains Benny, strategically resisting the urge to spill further details. “The intent was pure. We just linked up and felt like it’s the right thing to do. I respect him for that, this ni**a on fire, he don’t gotta reach out and send no verse to me, so I’m just appreciative of that.”

Perhaps it will appear on The Plugs I Met 2, which is set to arrive at some point next year. Produced entirely by Harry Fraud, Benny shared a few key teasers about what fans can expect from the anticipated sequel. “All produced by Harry, featuring Fat Joe, 2 Chainz, I got French Montana on there, Jim Jones on there, Rick Hyde,” he reveals. “Real street gutterness.”

For more from The Butcher, be sure to check out the full conversation with Ebro below — and if you haven’t already, take a second to peruse our exclusive interview with the self-styled “Forefather Of Butcher” right here.

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François Marius and Bérénice creates a tender acoustic pop confession with “Billie Jean”

François Marius’ latest release, “Billie Jean (Acoustic Version),” cuts to the quick and lets raw emotion take over. What you get, ultimately, is a personal pop experience that feels closer to a secret than to either a spoken-word show or a performance. The initial soft strum of an acoustic guitar creates a mood that is soft, sweet, and quietly interesting. It’s a full-throated, backbones-out piece, and every note is screaming its potential. It’s simple but riveting, and it proves that sometimes less is more.

François Marius and Bérénice’s voices sound right together, their voicings intermingle so naturally that they seem accidental or spontaneous, harmonies that emerge from nowhere. The way they speak to one another is very, I mean, they really love each other. That even makes the track seem like a conversation about feelings.

The two artists are clearly close. Romance and Eros are not just ideas, and they inhabit every note that lingers and every minuscule shift in tonality. The harmonies soar effortlessly over the acoustic foundation, a blend of sweetness and strength. It’s a sign of strength and also of a willingness to be hurt.

“Billie Jean (Acoustic Version)” is stripped of any fancy production or theatrical effects, it wins you over with its frankness and forthrightness. Sandy François Marius’s impersonation is fresh and real, endowed with depth and softness thanks to Bérénice’s presence, which definitely makes everything more perfect. This acoustic performance serves as a stark reminder of the elements that do connect people: the singer, his guitar, and a story from the heart.

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RoHaNa and Morpheus von Dobenhausen paint love in shadows and light “WHEN A BOY LOVES A WOMEN”

RoHaNa feat. Morpheus von Dobenhausen, in this new release, “When a Boy Loves a Woman,” This track, recorded in winter, has a hint of gothic style that blends emotional restraint with atmospheric elegance. The track is all about RoHaNa’s emotional singing, which fits perfectly with the carefully crafted production. Her voice shows desire, weakness, and dedication without being too loud, letting each note ring out. The result is a sound that affects people on a personal and universal level. There is a sense of innocence that permeates, capturing the delicate nature of love in its purest form.

Morpheus von Dobenhausen is a guest singer who deepens the track’s emotional journey. Their voices work together to make a conversation of feelings that is both clear and mysterious. The song doesn’t go too fast, so the listener can feel the mood and atmosphere as they go through its subtle changes.

“When a Boy Loves a Woman” is unique because it strikes the perfect balance between modern pop and gothic restraint. The result is a soundscape that is both creepy and easy to listen to. It is a moving story about love and devotion, told with grace and quiet strength.

With this first release, RoHaNa confidently joins the scene, thanks to XanadumusiX’s never-ending creative drive, even when things get hard in the winter. This release not only introduces a new artist with significant potential but also showcases a bold artistic direction in which emotion, atmosphere, and story come together to make a lasting impression.

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