Dr. Dre reignited buzz by posting RJ Payne’s freestyle, hinting at a doable collaboration.

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Dr. Dre has saved a low profile since teaming up with Snoop Dogg on their joint undertaking Missionary final 12 months, however the legendary producer appears to be again at work—and this time, his focus would possibly shock you.

The Compton icon reportedly plans to launch an instrumental model of his 2015 album Compton, a undertaking that many followers ignored however stays one in all his most cohesive works. The identical could possibly be mentioned for his latest collaboration with Snoop, which quietly reminded the world that Dre’s ear for manufacturing remains to be razor-sharp.

But it’s Dre’s newest transfer that basically caught my consideration. On Monday, the superproducer posted a video of lyrical powerhouse RJ Payne spitting ferocious bars. This doesn’t occur usually. It was a uncommon public co-sign from the hitmaker. The put up instantly fueled hypothesis that Dre and Payne is perhaps engaged on one thing collectively. You should know to know the way far this goes.

Those following intently know this isn’t their first connection. During a previous interview, Ice-T and RJ Payne mentioned how Dre had already taken discover of the Philadelphia-bred emcee years in the past. In one other interview I talked to him about the place he might need to be label-wise. Dre was on the quick listing. For Payne, who’s lengthy been praised for his gritty authenticity and relentless work ethic, Dre’s curiosity could possibly be the breakthrough second followers have been ready for.

Dr. Dre has all the time had a watch for uncooked avenue expertise…thisis Dre. From N.W.A to Eminem to Kendrick Lamar, the man Aquarian has by no means been one to comply with traits. Aligning himself with an underground lyricist like RJ Payne suits completely along with his true anti-establishment, insurgent spirit. Gimmicks overshadow ability lately however Payne’s relentless pen stands out…

Still, whether or not a full collaboration or signing is on the best way stays to be seen. Payne continues to drop music at a relentless tempo, just lately releasing a brief however potent album that’s been circulating closely amongst Hip-Hop heads.

For now, one factor’s clear…Dr. Dre’s consideration isn’t simple to earn, and RJ Payne’s consistency might have lastly introduced him into the physician’s lab. (Rimshot!) Whatever comes subsequent could possibly be one thing particular for Hip-Hop purists…

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