Wu-Tang Clan Earns 1st Billboard Charting Single In 16 Years Thanks To Logic

Logic enlisted the surviving members of Wu-Tang Clan — GZA, Cappadonna, Ghostface Killah, Inspectah Deck, Masta Killa, Method Man, Raekwon, RZA and U-God — for the cut “Wu-Tang Forever” from his Young Sinatra IV project. Consequently, the legendary Hip Hop crew has earned their first Billboard charting single in 16 years.

While “Wu-Tang Forever” didn’t chart on Billboard’s Hot 100, it still hit No. 17 on R&B/Hip-Hop Digital Song Sales and No. 44 on the all-genre Digital Song Sales.

The track serves as their first group appearance on any Billboard chart since 2002. “Uzi (Pinky Ring)” made it to No. 16 on Hot Rap Songs in 2002 and claimed No. 93 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs.

According to Forbes, the Wu has two other singles that reached the Hot 100, which both come from 1993’s Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers). “C.R.E.A.M. (Cash Rules Everything Around Me)” reached No. 60, while “Method Man” peaked at No. 69.

Logic’s Young Sinatra IV debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 this week, trailing behind Lil Wayne’s Tha Carter V. 

Revisit the song above. 

[via HipHopDX]

Wu-Tang Clan Plots "Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)" 25th Anniversary Tour

Wu-Tang Clan’s seminal album, Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), was released in November 1993. To celebrate the upcoming 25th anniversary, the bona fide Hip Hop legends have started teasing a tour on their social media group account.

On Saturday (July 28), a video was posted to Wu-Tang’s Instagram account featuring live footage of each member — RZA, Method Man, Ghostface Killah, Raekwon, U-God, Masta Killah, Inspectah Deck, GZA and Cappadonna — rocking the stage.

Toward the end of the clip, it simply reads, “25th Anniversary Tour.”

While the details are scarce, the collective has already been doing shows in celebration of the album’s milestone.

On Friday (July 27), Wu-Tang performed material from the classic project at the Expo Hall in Los Angeles. The following day, they were in Canada as part of the Center of Gravity 2018 festival.

But that wasn’t all. Wu-Tang also shared another Instagram post announcing a deluxe edition of “Pearl Harbor” featuring the late Sean Price. The post, which shows off the cover art, promises a remix from DJ Mathematics and instrumental versions of the single.

“New LP for Pearl Harbor from Wu-Tang: The Saga Continues goes up on 36chambers.com for pre-sale next Wednesday,” the caption read. “Includes a brand new remix from @mathematicswu featuring Pharoahe Monch and Tek. #wutang.” 

Pre-orders begin on August 3.

[via HipHopDX]

Wu-Tang Clan Lecture (New York 2012) | Red Bull Music Academy

As part of the Red Bull Music Academy World Tour in 2012, five hip-hop legends – each representing one of the five boroughs of New York, the birthplace of hip-hop – took the couch over five days, and each lecture was followed by a show in their own neighborhood. In this session, hosted by the author Alvin Blanco (The Wu-Tang Clan And RZA), Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Cappadonna, Allah Mathematics and Masta Killa sat down to discuss the making of Only Built 4 Cuban Linx, Wu slang, and more. TOPICS: 0:44 – The ’80s 4:21 – “Protect Ya Neck” and Staten Island 14:00 – Only Built 4 Cuban Linx 40:22 – Collaborations with other rappers 46:11 – RZA and the flood 49:56 – Knowledge of self, Wu slang, and songwriting MUSIC: 19:57 – Raekwon – “Striving for Perfection” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7scK... 22:13 – Raekwon – “Glaciers of Ice” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ewakm... 28:07 – Raekwon – “Glaciers of Ice intro” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ewakm...

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Forever M.C. ft Wu-Tang Clan- Piranhas

The Emcee and Production team of Forever M.C. & It's Different have joined forces with some of Hip-Hop's most elite artists in the game to bring the world the unprecedented soundscape for the 3-30-18 release of Forever M.C. compilation on RBC Records.

After two all-star posse cuts, “Terminally Ill” and “King Kong,’ Forever M.C. & It’s Different present the third single from their forthcoming Forever M.C. Compilation ; “Piranhas” featuring the Wu-Tang Clan (Raekwon, Ghostface, Masta Killa & Cappadonna).

Listen at Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/4lbGALd0bMxm97P0YeSiAI

Ghostface Killah & Apollo Brown - The Brown Tape (Mixtape)

Stream or download Ghostface Killah and Apollo Brown's new mixtape "The Brown Tape" featuring Masta Killa, U-God, Inspectah Deck, Cappadonna, and Killa Sin.

Drink Champs Episode 111 w/ The Wu-Tang Clan

N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this episode the guys sit down with Method Man, Masta Killa, Raekwon, U-God, Mathematics, and Cappadonna of the Wu-Tang Clan. Although some key members are missing it was an honor to sit with this many members at one time!

Ghostface Killah & Apollo Brown Announce "The Brown Tape" Re-Release

When Ghostface Killah originally made 2013’s Twelve Reasons To Die album with Adrian Younge, he also commissioned producer Apollo Brown for an alternate version of the project. That reworked rendition, The Brown Tape, was briefly released on cassette and other formats before disappearing. Now, Mello Music Group is bringing the project back in 2018.

The 11-track LP is scheduled to be re-released on January 26. The album is narrated by RZA with guest appearances by Masta Killa, Inspectah Deck, U-God, Cappadonna and Killa Sin. Pre-orders are available now on iTunes and Bandcamp.

Check out the cover art and tracklist for The Brown Tape below.

1. Beware of the Stare

2. Rise of the Black Suits

3. I Declare War f. Masta Killa & RZA

4. Blood on the Cobblestones f. U-God & Inspectah Deck

5. The Center of Attraction f. Cappadonna

6. Enemies All Around Me

7. An Unexpected Call f. Inspectah Deck

8. Rise of the Ghostface Killah f. RZA

9. Revenge Is Sweet f. Masta Killa, RZA & Killa Sin

10.Murder Spree f. Masta Killa, U-God & Killa Sin

11. The Sure Shot (Pt. 1 & 2)

[via HipHopDX]

UPDATED: Masta Killa VLAD Interview Part 2, 3, 4 & 5

During the conversation, Masta Killa addressed rumors of an alleged beef with Cheo Hodari Coker, denying that he punched him over an article about Wu-Tang cartoon drawings. 

PART 2

Masta Killa also discussed the global Wu-Tang following and specifically the love they receive in the UK. He went on to detail how he appreciates the experience much more now that he is older, and not right in the middle of creating so that he can soak up what he and his group members accomplished.

PART 3

In this clip, Masta Killa recollects his time and relationship with the late Ol' Dirty Bastard. Masta Killa spoke about the night he got the news of ODB's passing. He said him and GZA were playing chess when he got the call and initially hoped that it was a prank. Masta Killa said that ODB was known for his antics, so he was expecting this to be a continuation of that but soon learned the reality of it. Masta Killa also recalled some of his best greatest moments with ODB, in particular, watching him lay down "Rawhide" live in the studio.

Part 4

In this VladTV exclusive, Masta Killa talks about working with artists like Method Man, GZA, Prodigy, Crooked I, and Sean Price. He mentions that he has a ton of respect for late rappers Prodigy and Sean Price, describing them as legends. In regards to Wu-Tang, Masta Killa said he enjoyed vibing in the studio and working together with the group. Apparently, the last time every member was together was around New Years. Overall, he misses the energy of the group and recalls when they used to drive around and tour in an 18-passenger van.

Part 5

Masta Killa X Inspectah Deck “WU & THE 1LLY” Feat Dok2, The Quiett & Keem Hyoeun

Masta Killa and Inspectah Deck of Wu-Tang Clan team up with Dok2, The Quiett, and Keem Hyoeun of Illionaire Records from South Korea over a beat by Kato.

Masta Killa on Joining Wu-Tang, "Da Mystery of Chessboxin'" His 1st Rap Ever (Part 1)

Brooklyn MC, Masta Killa discusses meeting GZA back in the early 90s and how the friendship inspired him to become a rapper and eventually a member of the Wu-Tang Clan. He says at first he was just fan of hip-hop and would hang around GZA as he pursued his music. 

That all changed the moment, he heard a rough version of "Protect Ya Neck" and was wowed by it even though it only had 4 of the members on it at that time. After that, he tried his hand at writing raps, and the first bars he ever wrote in his life became "Da Mystery of Chessboxin'" on 36 Chambers. Listen to Masta Kills talk the early beginnings and how it was a financial struggle recording music at first.

PRODIGAL SUNN “THE SPARK” Street Album : OCTOBER 31, 2017

The wait is now over Prodigal Sunn will release his Second album “The Spark” 17 brand new tracks on October 31, 2017. "The Spark" will feature Ghostface Killah, Masta Killa, Cappadonna, Killah Priest, Hell Razah, 60 Second Assassin, Dom Pachino, Shogun Assason, 12 Oclock, Black Knights, Big Twin from Infamous Mobb, Makeba Mooncycle, Leggezin Fin and Shaka Amazulu

PRE-ORDER HERE

Rosenberg Interviews.... Masta Killa (of Wu Tang Clan)

MASTA KILLA - Loyalty is Royalty - NOW AVAILABLE!!! Stream here

Masta Killa’s New Album Will Be A Wu-Tang, Prodigy & Redman Affair

Later this month, Wu-Tang Clan member Masta Killa will release his fourth album, Loyalty Is Royalty. The Brooklyn, New York veteran remains a Nature Sounds artist, the label with whom he released his acclaimed solo debut, 2004’s No Said Date.

The September 29 release features two fallen affiliates of Jamel Irief: Prodigy and Sean Price. Additionally, GZA, Method Man, RZA, Inspectah Deck, and Cappadonna appear. Redman joined Meth on lead video single “Therapy.”

Last month, Ambrosia For Heads premiered the “Now You See Me” version of second single “OGs Told Me”:

The Loyalty Is Royalty tracklist:

1. Intro

2. Return Of The Masta Killa (feat. Young Dudas and Cappadonna)

3. Loyalty Is Royalty (R.I.F. – Rapping Is Fundamental) (feat. AB & JR)

4. Therapy (feat. Method Man and Redman)

5. OGs Told Me (feat. Boy Backs and Moe Roc)

6. Wise Words By The RZA (feat. RZA)

7. Trouble

8. Skit

9. Down With Me (feat. Sean Price)

10. Tiger And The Mantice (feat. Inspectah Deck and GZA)

11. Real People (feat. Prodigy and KXNG Crooked)

12. Flex With Me (feat. Chanel Sosa)

13. Calculated (feat. Ra Stacks and Nick Guns)

14. Noodles Pt. 1

15. Noodles Pt. 2

16. Outro

Masta Killa’s New Video Reminds Us To Celebrate Rap’s OGs While They’re Still Here

True to Killa’s ’90s roots, the LP will be available on vinyl, CD, and cassette tape too.

[via Ambrosia For Heads]

Wu-Tang Clan Ft. Redman - People Say (Audio)

Masta Killa - OGs Told Me (Now You See Me Version)

Masta Killa made a last minute debut on a Rap classic: Wu-Tang Clan’s Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers).What Heads may not realize is that was the Brooklyn, New York MC’s first rhyme and his first time in the studio. Having described himself as the “little brother” within the Clan, Jamel Irief is in fact, an O.G. He was a B-Boy since the 1980s when he grew up within an earshot of Big Daddy Kane, and experienced lunchroom battles at Jesse Owens High School P.S. 26 in BK. In the years since, he released a standout album in 2004’s No Said Date, rhymed on multiple Wu singles, and put in work with Public Enemy, Afu-Ra, and R.A. The Rugged Man. Long before he was a PETA-endorsed vegan, teenaged Killa was flipping Big Macs and Egg McMuffins at McD’s, alongside Jeru The Damaja. There is so much more to a story that was Made In Brooklyn.

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Masta Killa - OGs Told Me (ft. Boy Backs & Moe Roc)

Masta Killa drops off this new Dame Grease produced banger "OGs Told Me", off the Wu-Tang swordsman's upcoming album "Loyalty Is Royalty". Track features Philly MCs Boy Backs and Moe Roc.

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Masta Killa Talks Why It Took Him 11Yrs.To Drop An Album After The Wu-tang 2x Platinum 36 Chambers

This Is Part 2 Of The Masta Killa In Depth Interview With M.Reck, Part 3 Coming Soon.Presented & Sponsored By Wu Wear Download Joe Young "Invincible Armour" Lp In Stores Now Click Link Below

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Masta Killa In A Game Of Chess: GZA Is My Son And RZA Is My Nephew (Exclusive Interview Part 1 Of 4)

Masta Killa From The Legendary Wu-Tang Clan Sit Downs With M.Reck For This In-depth Interview 1-4, Part 2 Coming Soon. 

Filmed By Kemetic Eye Films, Edited By M.Reck For #MRecktv, Big D On The Beat, M.Reck Doing It For The Culture. Presented By Gutta Muzic Fillmz

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Joe Young’s ‘Invincible Armour’ May Be The Closest We Get To Another Wu-Tang Album

With Method Man, Raekwon, Masta Killa, Inspectah Deck, and Cappadonna in tow, Germany-raised MC Joe Young has released Invincible Armour, an album produced entirely by Dame Grease. Born in Manhattan, Joe Young (born Tyrone Clay) forged a relationship with some of the Wu-Tang Clan members after signing a deal with Sony BMG in the early 2000s. That resulted in features from Cappadonna and Inspectah Deck on Joe’s 2005 album. Twelve years later, and Joe has added three more of the legendary Staten Island crew’s members to his list of collaborators for his new project, which drops today (February 10).

Seven of Invincible Armour‘s 12 tracks feature one or more members of the Wu, making it a veritable reunion. Although Ghostface Killah and RZA are not involved, there is an undeniable 36 Chambersinfluence throughout the album, both from a production standpoint and conceptual framework. Skits and interludes pepper the LP, and the lyrics are as East Coast gritty as they were in 1993. Thus far, Joe Young has dropped “Crack Babies 2.0” (which features Meth, Rae, Capp, and Deck) and the song’s original version, which only features Method Man as singles. In December, he also dropped a video starring Masta Killa for “Projects.”

[via Ambrosia For Heads]