Saweetie Drops Double Party Singles “Birthday” + “Shot O’Clock”

The pitbull-ification of Saweetie’s music career is not surprising to witness after one of her biggest pop-leaning singles “Best Friend” received a grammy nom last year and with each new release we move further away from the Icy Grl from the Bay that was truly in her own lane. Saweetie dropped her two latest singles “Shot O’Clock” and the YG, Tyga assisted “Birthday” at the end of July and the viral potential is very apparent as Saweetie pushes for her next Billboard hit. “Birthday” plays like “Best Friend’s” younger Gen Z sister with the familiar Dr. Luke production and mainstream rapper co-sign from two artists that know how to stay on the charts.

Now if you hate FUN I know you’re already condemning Saweetie for her latest singles but I’m more confused than disappointed. We know Saweetie can spit some solid one liner’s like her bold feature on Mozzy’s “In My Face” and give us the more hood side of Saweetie that most of us enjoy. Without a full length project it’s hard to tell what direction she genuinely wants to approach in her music. I really fucked with her collaboration with H.E.R. on Closer and still believe that single deserved a lot more attention than it got. The raw energy she had on “Don’t Say Nothin” also had a lot of potential but her brand has undoubtedly become bigger than the music.

I could easily see a couple of dance challenges being crafted from “Shot O’ Clock” and Saweetie is already generating some discussion for her Indian themed music video for the Spanish infused bop “Birthday” which is great for brand (or problematic?) for Saweetie the brand but I’m interested to know where Saweetie the artist wants to go with her music. I’m all for a catchy Billboard bop but when I think about her taking a year off to develop her artistry and dig deeper into what she wanted to put into the world which led to The Single Life EP, there’s a more personal side to the stunning beauty that we still haven’t fully witnessed yet.

BAMBII Debut EP ‘INFINITY CLUB’ Is On Rotation

Dance music can transport your mind, body and spirit to other dimensions with the right person behind the controller. BAMBII has become a global club icon, performing her genre blurring sets around the world. Over the weekend the Toronto born DJ released her debut EP INFINITY CLUB and the short yet musically vast rave ready project has me envious of the people that have gotten to witness BAMBII’s greatness live. INFINITY CLUB opens with a collection of voices welcoming you to the inclusive dance space in various languages.  

BAMBII gives you a couple seconds to prepare yourself for a relentless, sweaty night on on the dance floor; as the speakers blare with whirring synths, drum n bass basslines and breakdowns on “One Touch”. A downtempo, sensual affair can be found on the Aluna assisted “Hooked”. No genre is off limits as BAMBII increases the BPM to match the bass-driven dancehall energy on “WICKED GYAL” and later ponders on the infectious electronic cut “Slip Slide” if money can buy love “ If I was a rich girl would you let me ride it?” With the EP length being a little over 19 minutes, the party is over way too soon so multiple visits to INFINITY CLUB is basically mandatory. Don’t be afraid to let loose on the dance floor as BAMBII provides the vibes for an uninhibited night of pleasure.

Flo Milli Announces New Album ‘Fine Ho, Stay’

Flo Milli captured the hearts and ears of millions with her debut mixtape Ho, why is you here? In 2020 showcasing her lethal pen, witty bars and unconfined brilliance. Last year the rightfully “Conceited” rapper released her debut album You Still Here, Ho? solidifying her place in the new golden era of female rap and with no days off Flo is continuing to keep her foot on our necks with the announcement of her sophomore album Fine Ho, Stay. Alongside the announcement Flo dropped the bass-heavy “Fruit Loops” a satisfying, playful bop laden with more than enough bars to remind you that Flo should always be a topic in the mainstream rap conversation. 

Pleasure Is Key On Tamera’s “Wickedest”

Tamera’s “Wickedest” always finds a way back onto my rotation. Whenever I hear the slinky, afrobeats slow burner I get entranced by Tamera’s silky smooth vocals and catchiness of the entire track. Tamera commands your attention throughout as she lets her lover know what’s to come, “My place / your place/ my waist on your face / Your secret's safe if I say so / Gimme slow pace / don't race / lemme take off my halo.”

Rev Your Engines For Charli XCX “Speed Drive”

Charli XCX has a need for speed on her latest single “Speed Drive” off the Summer blockbuster Barbie soundtrack. Alongside producer EASYFUN, Charli interpolates the classic “Hey Mickey” by Toni Basil and adds some pop sheen with Robyn’s “Cobrastyle”.  The high octane bop is a bubblegum pop, electro queer dream and fits nicely into the Barbie music universe.

Busta Rhymes and BIA Offer Up Summer Vibes On “Beach Ball”

A couple days into summer Busta Rhymes and BIA delivered a bop produced by Hitmaka that deserves a spot on your rotation. “Beach Ball” plays like spring break album cut from the mid 2000s. Over a hard hitting bassline and spacey production, the lyrical duo captivate with their respectively raunchy bars and signature unfazed tones. Bia holds her own as she opens the song, “Fly you out to P.R. / can't put you in no Dior / Look into my eyes / you could tell I want a D-boy.”It’s so satisfying to hear Busta’s iconic voice on this playful cut reminding me of some of his laidback records from The Big Bang era (“I Love My Bitch”, In The Ghetto”, “How We Do It Over Here”). “Beach Ball” is under two minutes and thirty seconds making it more enticing to keep it on repeat.

“Phuck It” Needs To Be Coi Leray’s Next Single

Coi Leray recently dropped her second album COI to mixed reviews but one song easily sits on top of her bop pyramid. “Phuck It” is a nasty, icy, Daft Punk inspired ear worm that’s begging to go viral (no p power). Coi’s presence on the track is dripping in confidence but the chorus is what keeps the track on repeat. Interpolating “Technologic”, an autotuned robotic voice commands you to “Fuck it / feel it / zip / unzip it.” No foreplay needed.

Benny Sings and Remi Wolf Take It Slow On “Pyjamas”

If I wasn’t paying attention to the lyrics of Benny Sings latest single “Pyjamas” I’d imagine myself swaying to the bossa nova inspired groove under the sweltering sun in Brazil with a wine glass in hand. The playful collaboration with Remi Wolf ponders the potential adventures of a man with a low libido and his partner. While Remi’s  character wants to make love, Benny would rather slow things down and enjoy the simple joys in life.

There’s a whimsical energy to the song that gets more infectious with each listen. Kenny Beats adds his magic touch to this breezy affair and has me curious to hear the rest of the musical choices he made while executive producing Sings latest album Young Hearts. With “Pyjamas” being my first taste of Benny Sings music, I’m excited to hear what else can be found on his 8th studio album.

FLO Is In Their ‘FLY GIRL’ ERA

FLO is officially teasing a new era. After reigniting the excitement for girl groups in 2022 with their undeniable debut single “Cardboard Box”; Renée, Stella and Jorja have garnered countless co-signs from legends in the music industry, blessed us with flawless live vocals and continue to top themselves with each new release honing in on their nostalgic R&B sound. “FLY GIRL” will be their first single of 2023 and judging from the bold, summer ready sound, FLO is coming for wigs and dance floors all around the world. 

https://t.co/JIyQcW1hSH pic.twitter.com/g8yXLiI4cg

— FLO (@flolikethis) March 14, 2023

Missy Elliott’s classic hit “Work It” can be heard on the sassy hook before FLO adds their signature confident bars:

“If you're a fly girl, get your nails done

Get a pedicure, get your hair did 

See, you're tellin' me I'm pretty, but it's obvious

I don't need no man to tell me where the party is.”

I’m analyzing a 30 second snippet like it’s the full masterpiece so lemme collect myself and patiently wait for this bop to drop. In the meantime make sure you have your tickets for one of their upcoming shows and add a couple of their joints to your rotation if they aren’t already on replay as we speak.

Omar Apollo’s “3 Boys” Is On Rotation

Omar Apollo is currently alongside SZA supporting her sold out S.O.S. stadium tour and while new fans are falling in love with his earnest lyrics, charming voice and beautiful face (just me?) I’m STUCK on his latest single “3 Boys”. Apollo is in a dilemma on the sonically sparse record. While there’s seemingly a lot of fish in the sea, when your heart is fixated on one person trying to move past that connection can feel impossible.

The troubadour’s rich vocals float on this dreamy track as he tries to consider taking his ex’s advice and moving on. “I know there's some things you can't speak,  but thoughts of a third make me weak,” we’ve all been in this emotionally grueling scenario and hearing it in music form feels therapeutic. Instead of texting my therapist, I’ll probably text my ex (that’s not really my ex that only responds on the weekends) 3 boys make me weak too Omar I feel your pain….