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Reason’s “New Beginnings” Features Ab-Soul, J.I.D, Isaiah Rashad & More
In a matter of days, TDE lyricist Reason will be dropping off his brand new album New Beginnings, which marks his first release since signing to the beloved label. And while many singles have already been released, the fourteen-track effort has more than enough new material to offer, not to mention one particular posse cut that once again combines the talents to Top Dawg Entertainment and Dreamville.
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Though some were hoping for a Kendrick Lamar feature, Reason did line up plenty of TDE heavy-hitters all the same — namely Ab-Soul, ScHoolboy Q, and Isaiah Rashad. True, we’ve already heard the Soulo and Q features in “Flick It Up” and “Pop Shit” respectively, but the Rashad joint has yet to be released. And given that it also features a verse from J.I.D, expect “Extinct” to be a standout track once the project lands in full this Friday. In addition to the aforementioned, New Beginnings also features appearances from Vince Staples, Rapsody, Alemeda, and Mereba of Spillage Village.
Check out the full tracklist below, and be sure to circle back on October 9th for New Beginnings to arrive in full. Are you excited to check out Reason’s big TDE debut?
1. Something More
2. Stories I Forgot
3. Pop Shit ft. ScHoolboy Q
4. Show Stop
5. Favorite N**ga
6. I Can Make It ft. Rapsody
7. Fall
8. Slow Down ft. Alemeda
9. Flick It Up ft. Ab-Soul
10. Sauce ft Vince Staples
11. Extinct ft Isaiah Rashad & J.I.D.
12. Westside ft. Mereba
13. Gossip
14. Windows Cry
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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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