Boldy James & The Alchemist Share "The Price Of Tea In China" Ft. Vince Staples, Freddie Gibbs, Benny The Butcher, & Evidence

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Straight fire.

It's been quite a release date today (February 7), but the heat rolls on. In December 2019, Boldy James and The Alchemist shared their much-talks-about Boldface EP, but that was just a warm-up for their latest project The Price of Tea In China. The rapper-producer mashup have delivered a thought-provoking, lyric-driven, applause-worthy record that battles for one of the best releases of the day.

The 12-track offering hosts a handful of features that pack a punch including Vince Staples, Benny The Butcher, Freddie Gibbs, and Evidence. Boldy's quick wit partnered with The Alchemist's magic on production makes for a collaboration you can't miss. Stream Boldy James and The Alchemist's The Price of Tea In China and let us know if you're vibing with this one.

Tracklist

1. Carruth
2. Giant Slide
3. Surf & Turf ft. Vince Staples
4. Run-ins
5. Scrape the Bowl ft. Benny The Butcher
6. Pinto
7. Slow Roll
8. S.N.O.R.T. ft. Freddie Gibbs
9. Grey October ft. Evidence
10. Mustard
11. Speed Demon Freestyle
12. Phone Bill


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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.