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Cash Money Is Dropping A 20th Anniversary Edition “Baller Blockin” Box Set

If you’ve never heard Turk, Birdman, and Juvenile snapping on “Baller Blockin’” with E-40, there’s no time like the present.

Cash Money will be rereleasing the classic Baby and Slim-directed Baller Blockin with a special edition box set to commemorate its 20th anniversary which will include a CD of the original soundtrack album, a copy of the film on DVD, as well as 2 LPs, which also mark the first time the soundtrack will be available on vinyl.

Baller Blockin’ the movie stars the Hot Boys and Big Tymers and tells the tale of Tanuk, a young hustler from Magnolia, as he tries to survive.

If you haven’t yet seen it, you absolutely should.

The accompanying soundtrack album featured the full Cash Money roster at the time along with Nas, UGK, Rappin’ 4-Tay, and 8Ball & MJG.

“This one has been a long time coming,” Birdman said about the upcoming reissue. “For years, everybody’s asked me, ‘When are you going to put out Baller Blockin again?’ We wanted to meet that audience demand at the highest level possible. This is really the definitive version of one of our most unforgettable projects. I’m excited for fans to experience it like it was always meant to be experienced.”

The special 20th Anniversary Edition box set will be available on November 20, 2020.You can preorder the box set here, but you can also revisit a classic scene below.

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Kieran James Honors Memory with “Part of the Grind”

Singer-songwriter Kieran James delivers a devastating new single with “Part of the Grind,” a track to tackle the tangled emotions behind loss and memory. A love letter penned to a close friend who faced severe cognitive decline, the song’s emotional heft feels universal yet heartbreakingly personal.

Set to delicate instrumentation and achingly sung vocals, “Part of the Grind” is both a lament and an honoring, a means of remembering while addressing the unavoidable cost of time and illness. His voice floats, leaving room for silence and the long pauses that so often come with grief. But in that silence, there is warmth as well, a refusal to let memory be totally extinguished.

Resilience is also implied in the song’s title, a reminder that even in heartbreak, life goes on and holding the memory of someone stays with the rhythm of everyday living. it’s an anthem for anyone who has ever looked on witnessing decline, mixed sorrow with love.

In Kieran James’s “Part of the Grind,” we hear music as well as go behind it. He gives us room feel, to mourn, and to honor. In the process, he turns private pain into something achingly universal, a song for everyone who has either loved or lost.

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Esthy glows up with joy on new anthem “light it up”

In her latest song, “light it up,” singer-songwriter and producer Esthy from LA brings a vibrant and uplifting vibe that feels like sunshine in musical form. By mixing elements of playful country with polished pop sounds, she creates a track that’s all about having fun and enjoying life.

Esthy’s singing truly shines, showcasing a lively and confident style. There’s a playful tone in her voice that makes the lyrics feel friendly and inviting, encouraging you to set aside your worries and immerse yourself in the moment.

“light it up” radiates energy and is lively and bright, featuring catchy guitar riffs and upbeat rhythms that draw you in right away. If you enjoy artists like Anne-Marie or OneRepublic, you’ll love this song, and Esthy adds her unique flair, making it special and memorable.

Esthy has a talent for creating catchy melodies, and with this one, you’ll find yourself humming throughout your day. Esthy is here to spread joy, inspire energy, and make music that connects with you instantly. This track is designed to remind you of your true unstoppable nature, and Esthy lights it up.

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