Baltimore rapper Shordie Shordie releases More Than Music, Pt. 2, a sprawling new project laced with neon melodies, unfiltered emotion, and all the inimitable charisma of its creator. The project also includes “The Wire,” an infectious new single and video featuring Rich Homie Quan. Recently, he became the first Baltimore rapper to go 2x Platinum and has also crossed the 1 billion stream mark which he is seen receiving a plaque for below.
On “The Wire,” Shordie and Rich Homie Quan trade passionate verses and showcase an unexpected synergy. In the accompanying video, the pair get up close and personal about life in the fast lane. It’s a full circle moment for Shordie to feature one of his musical influences on the track which is a tribute to both the iconic TV series and the Baltimore streets that raised him.
As a whole, More Than Music, Pt. 2 is also a reminder of the dynamic style that’s made Shordie Shordie one of the most distinct rappers Baltimore has ever produced. The 17-track project sees Shordie maneuver between sultry, playful tracks like the previously released “Body Language” and feel-good lovesong “Pon De River.” It’s a thrilling debut from a budding star.
Additionally, More Than Music, Pt. 2 is a sequel to Shordie’s 2020 effort, More Than Music. With detailed, dynamic songwriting, More Than Music, Pt. 2 refines the aesthetic and approach that he debuted on Pt. 1. Soon, Shordie will get to bring his growing gifts on the road, with his first-ever headlining tour, a move that was preceded by countless studio hours and a steadfast commitment to leveling up.
Blending emotionally transparent lyrics with a knack for melody, Shordie Shordie cuts through musical monotony with a distinct rasp and an instinct to sing his heart out. Since bursting onto the scene as part of the duo Peso Da Mafia in 2018, he has rendered tales of heartbreak and romantic ambivalence with a singular style that’s made him one of rap’s most original stylists.
With “Choosing” and More Than Music, Pt. 2 at his back, Shordie Shordie is set to continue his perpetual rise, which should take him to new heights throughout the rest of 2022 and beyond.
More Than Music, Pt. 2 Track List
1 Ms. Shirley’s
2 Choosin (ft. Mozzy)
3 Pon De River
4 Can’t Party Here No More
5 Body Language
6 Bossanova (ft. Offset)
7 Caring
8 Changing
9 Counter
10 Lip Sync / Seattle Pt. 2
11 The Wire (ft. Rich Homie Quan)
12 Is It True?
13 Do You
14 Morning In LA
15 Mamacita
16 Leave The Party
17 Us 2
On The Block Tour Dates:
July 23 – Los Angeles, CA – The Novo
July 29 – Santa Cruz, CA – The Catalyst
July 30 – Berkeley, CA – Cornerstone
August 4 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon
August 5 – Denver, CO – Herman’s Hideaway
August 7 – Portland, OR – Hawthorne
August 10 – San Diego, CA – House Of Blues
August 11 – Santa Ana, CA – Observatory
August 12 – Reno, NV – The Alpine
August 14 – Phoenix, AZ – Aura
August 16 – New York, NY – Mercury Lounge
August 18 – Boston, MA – Palladium Upstairs
August 19 – Washington, DC – Fillmore
August 22 – Atlanta, GA – Aisles
August 26 – Richmond, VA – Diamond Stadium
August 27 – San Antonio, TX – Paper Tiger
August 28 – Houston, TX – House Of Blues
Sept 3 – Chico, CA – El Rey Theatre
Sept 7 – Honolulu, HI – The Republik
ABOUT SHORDIE SHORDIE:
Shordie Shordie is making history. As the first rapper from Baltimore to ever achieve RIAA Double-Platinum status, he has emerged as a shining star from the city who created a lane for himself and never switched up. 2022 finds Shordie putting in work pushing his melodic music and magnetic energy into the zeitgeist and watching his growing fanbase reciprocate the love. His latest ‘Me & Mine Pt. 2’ bundle is the culmination of the momentum he has been ramping up over the past year with live shows and explosive tracks like “Specific” feat BLXST and “Counter.” The original ‘Me & Mine’ collection of songs arrived in ’19. His emotional collaborative project, Memory Lane with hit-making producer Murda Beatz was released in ’21 and took his career to new heights. He released >Music (more than music) in ’20 which was his acclaimed mixtape prior to Memory Lane and the follow-up to his impressive debut, Captain Hook, the project that features his RIAA double platinum-certified breakout track “Bitchuary (Betchua).” It was that song and moment which established him as one of the most exciting artists in the game from Baltimore, Maryland and the greater DMV area. With a style unique unto his own, Shordie Shordie has cultivated and mobilized a fervent fan base globally. Powered by a relentless work ethic resulting in prolific output since he arrived on the scene, Shordie has garnered media attention from Pitchfork, XXL, The FADER, Complex,
HotNewHipHop, The Washington Post, and many more.
