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Unfiltered, Unstoppable, and Undefeated: Your Old Droog on "Bread and Butter": Since bursting onto the scene a decade ago, Ukrainian-born, Brooklyn-bred MC Your Old Droog has built one of the most respected catalogs in modern hip-hop. Known for his relentless work ethic, dense lyricism, and top-tier collaborations with legends like Madlib, MF DOOM, Black Thought, and Method Man, Droog treats the rap game with the discipline of a master craftsman. In a recent interview with HYFIN’s Music Director, Anthony Foster, […]
Connecting Through the Chaos: Devon Gilfillian on Life, Love, and Living on the Road For soulful singer-songwriter Devon Gilfillian, life on the road is equal parts magical exchange and grueling hustle. Currently crisscrossing the country in a Sprinter van for his Time Will Tell tour, Gilfillian describes the experience as akin to being a FedEx delivery driver—loading gear in and out of venues daily—but with a far higher emotional payoff. In a candid chat with HYFIN’s Music Director, Anthony "A-BIZ" […]
Rachel Chinouriri – I Think I Spoke Too Soon (Parlophone Records / Atlas Artists) Rachel Chinouriri returns with a deeply personal record that digs into the bittersweet complexities of heartbreak and growth. Known for her soaring indie-pop textures and velvet-rich vocals, the British singer-songwriter crafts a sonic world balancing lush acoustic guitars with infectious, shimmering synth grooves. Standout track "One song away from crying" hits with a devastating emotional punch, while "Favourite desperation" and "Crash this car" showcase her penchant […]
Dawn Richard – Creole Culture (Merge Records) Dawn Richard delivers a vibrant, soul-drenched tribute to her New Orleans roots that feels like a non-stop street festival. The project effortlessly bridges R&B vocals, electronic club soundscapes, and driving brass-band horn arrangements without missing a beat. It moves with continuous high energy, making it one of the most dynamic listens in her entire catalog. The album thrives on its rich instrumentation and authentic local flavor. Dynamic arrangements keep the pacing fast, while […]
From sneaking past the neighborhood brush to hoop on locked courts as a kid in St. Thomas to hoisting both an NCAA National Championship trophy with the 1988 Kansas Jayhawks and an NBA Championship ring as Assistant General Manager of the Milwaukee Bucks in 2021, Milt Newton’s story is anything but traditional. On the latest episode of Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow, host A-Biz sits down with Newton for a wildly entertaining, deeply transparent conversation that uncovers the grit, humor, and heart […]
Victoria Monét – Frequency of Love (Lovett Music / RCA) Victoria Monét has traded in the lush velvet horns and retro-soul grooves of JAGUAR for pure, unadulterated romance on Frequency of Love. It’s an album that sounds like sipping expensive champagne on a silk couch—lavish, intimate, and effortlessly smooth. Monét proves once again that she is modern R&B's master architect, blending 90s-inspired synth pads with crystal-clear vocal stacks that radiate genuine warmth. What makes Frequency of Love hit so hard […]
Adrian Younge on Living the Dream, Learning Instruments, and Pure Creative Freedom: When you have over 40 albums to your name, score hit TV shows, and run two independent record labels, taking a step back might sound tempting to most people. But for multi-instrumentalist, producer, composer, and Jazz Is Dead co-founder Adrian Younge, stopping simply isn't an option. Recently, HYFIN Music Director, Anthony Foster, caught up with the Los Angeles-based music visionary to talk about his endless output, transitioning from […]
Tinashe – Popstar (Nice Life Recording Company / Atlantic Records / Tinashe Music) Tinashe continues her streak of pop-R&B independence with Popstar, an energetic and glossy project that highlights her versatility as both a vocalist and a performer. Blending futuristic synths, bouncy basslines, and her signature breathy harmonies, the album flows effortlessly between club-ready anthems and late-night bedroom jams. She owns the concept completely, delivering confident hooks that showcase why she remains one of the most consistent artists in her […]
AZ Chike – No Rest for the Wicked (Warner Records) AZ Chike expands his presence with No Rest for the Wicked, delivering a well-crafted project that demonstrates his technical versatility and undeniable momentum. Built on robust West Coast production, crisp percussion, and sharp cadences, the album maintains a dynamic pace throughout its tracklist while giving the South Central artist ample room to showcase his distinct lyrical presence. The project features high-profile guest appearances and stellar production value. Tyler, The Creator […]
Jhené Aiko – Westside Whimsy (ArtClub International / Def Jam Recordings) Jhené Aiko makes her long-awaited return with Westside Whimsy, a project that leans heavily into 90s West Coast nostalgia while staying grounded in her signature ethereal R&B. The album moves with a laid-back, sun-drenched ease, balancing smooth, surf-culture-inspired backdrops with intimate songwriting about romance, growth, and personal evolution. It feels like a natural progression from her past work, traded in part for a brighter, more relaxed perspective. Standout moments […]
Beyoncé – B'Day (20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition) (Columbia Records) Queen Bey takes listeners back to 2006 with a massive 20th-anniversary expansion of her seminal sophomore LP. Originally written and recorded in a whirlwind two-week session, B'Day remains one of the most explosive, fast-paced R&B albums of the century. The production on this newly remastered edition holds up impeccably, serving up brass-heavy instrumentation, live drum fills, and peak vocal runs that remind us why Beyoncé remains an undisputed titan of the […]
Erykah Badu & The Alchemist – Before The World Blows (Control FREAQ Records / Young Recordings) When one of the undisputed queens of soul links with rap's most prolific underground architect, the result is pure hypnotic alchemy. Erykah Badu’s cosmic, free-floating vocal runs nestle perfectly into The Alchemist’s crackling, loop-heavy soundscapes. The mood is dark, hazy, and undeniably smooth, blending psych-rock samples with deep, resonant basslines that hold your attention from start to finish. Badu sounds remarkably revitalized, effortlessly gliding […]
Cleo Sol — The Gentlewoman (Forever Living Originals) Cleo Sol returns with The Gentlewoman, continuing her streak of crafting soothing, soul-cleansing music that feels like a warm embrace. The project doubles down on organic instrumentation, rich vocal harmonies, and contemplative songwriting that speaks directly to self-growth, healing, and womanhood. It glides effortlessly between stripped-back acoustic soul and lush, orchestral-tinged R&B, never feeling rushed or over-produced. The production leaves plenty of breathing room for her delicate yet commanding voice to steer […]
Philly-born, Brooklyn-based MC Mic King joined A-BIZ on HYFIN’s…THE INTERVIEW to discuss his music career and upcoming project, For Your Consideration. Packed with beats from heavyweights like Just Blaze, Hit-Boy, Scott Storch, and Conduktor, the project highlights King’s technical prowess alongside rap royalty. In the interview, King shared the behind-the-scenes stories of collaborating with legends, including getting in the studio with Ghostface Killah for "Count On It" and securing a verse from his childhood hero, Rakim, for the track "Hallelujah"—a […]
When Jalen Ngonda logged into his recent interview with HYFIN Music Director Anthony Foster, he was hiding out indoors, battling an uncharacteristic UK heatwave. But heatwaves aside, the Maryland-born, London-based soul powerhouse has been on a serious roll. Hot on the heels of his latest Daptone Records release, Doctrine of Love, Ngonda took a breath between tour dates to break down how a few years of relentless gigging—and a healthy obsession with James Brown, New Orleans soul, and ‘60s folk […]
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