Code the Collector, Author at HipHopCanada.com

Music

O’Block’s Munna Ikee Previews Album With “Save Me” Single and Video

Rising Chicago rapper, Munna Ikee, representing O’Block, has officially released the second single from his forthcoming album, Hope In My Hood, Volume 1. The...

Code the CollectorNovember 21, 2025

Zeddy Will, a VEVO 2026 DSCVR Artists to Watch, performs in front of a large crowd in a scene from the Drop music video.

News & Press Releases

Zeddy Will Named to Vevo 2026 DSCVR Artists to Watch List

Queensbridge’s own Zeddy Will has been officially named to the Vevo 2026 DSCVR Artists To Watch list, as seen on HipHopCanada, solidifying his place...

Code the CollectorNovember 13, 2025

The face of Ghostface Killah can be seen on the official artwork for his new single Ancient Dirt.

Music

Ghostface Killah Drops “Ancient Dirt” for Nightmare in Rome

TLDR: Hip-hop legend Ghostface Killah releases “Ancient Dirt,” teaming up with Italian electronic visionary Lorenzo Senni and CAM Sugar in a groundbreaking project reimagining...

Code the CollectorOctober 31, 2025

Artwork for the H.O.T.C. 2 album by Tona

News & Press Releases

H.O.T.C. 2: Tona Announces New Album Dropping November 7

Toronto recording artist Tona returns with H.O.T.C. 2, a sequel that keeps the spirit of the debut intact while raising the stakes. Due November...

Code the CollectorOctober 7, 2025

Digital illustration of rapper R.O.Z performing on stage in sunglasses with a vibrant crowd, beside a brick wall poster for the R.O.Z & Friends 15th Anniversary concert in Winnipeg.

News & Press Releases

EMB Turns 15: R.O.Z & Friends Brings Winnipeg Hip-Hop Together

TLDR: The R.O.Z & Friends concert celebrates the EMB 15th Anniversary in Winnipeg on Sept. 28, spotlighting the city’s hip-hop legends and future stars....

Code the CollectorSeptember 17, 2025

Rapper Shad looks away from the camera while standing in front of a green background, a promotional image for new his album Start Anew

Music

Shad Previews Start Anew with “Islands” and “K.I.S.S.” Singles

Canadian hip-hop veteran, Shad, returns with a bold new double-single: “K.I.S.S.” and “Islands.” These tracks offer a glimpse into his upcoming seventh studio album, Start Anew, to be released October 31, 2025 via Secret...

Code the CollectorSeptember 9, 2025

Official artwork for the J.I.D album God Does Like Ugly

Music

God Does Like Ugly: J.I.D Taps Jessie Reyez, More For Latest Album

TLDR: J.I.D’s new album God Does Like Ugly blends intricate lyricism, bold production, and star-powered collaborations — from Canadian star Jessie Reyez, to Clipse,...

Code the CollectorAugust 9, 2025

A digital illustration of UK Coke Queen Deborah Mason.

The World

Deborah Mason: UK’s £80M “Coke Queen” From London

Deborah Mason, the “Coke Queen,” ran an £80M cocaine empire using her own family and toddlers as couriers, as revealed in Crime Pulse’s chilling...

Code the CollectorAugust 8, 2025

A digital illustration of Chicago drill rapper GMEBE Bandz holding up a missing persons poster with his face on it.

Features

GMEBE Bandz: One of Chicago Drill’s Most Tragic Stories

TLDR: GMEBE Bandz was a rising figure in Chicago drill. The KB Goes Live video explores his rise, disappearance, and shocking death. GMEBE Bandz,...

Code the CollectorAugust 5, 2025

The World

Right-Wing Extremism: A Growing Global Network Exposed

TLDR: Right-wing extremism takes centre stage in World White Hate, exposing how global networks of hate and violence grow through online radicalization. The documentary...

Code the CollectorAugust 3, 2025

Kresnt stands by the Seine in Paris wearing a black suit and purple sneakers, with the Eiffel Tower behind him, promoting his 911 Coupe single.

Music

Vancouver’s Kresnt Drops Explosive New Single “911 Coupe”

TLDR: The newly released “911 Coupe” by Kresnt fuses Afghan pride and Parisian luxury into a sleek, defiant visual that showcases his global hip-hop...

Code the CollectorAugust 1, 2025