Bars & Noble by Heem
Bars & Noble, the latest release by Black Soprano Family affiliate Heem, is a hard-hitting album steeped in the gritty realism and lyrical finesse that define Buffalo's hip-hop scene. Heem brings raw storytelling and powerful street narratives to the forefront, offering an introspective look at survival, loyalty, and ambition.
The album features an all-star lineup of collaborators, including Conway The Machine, Benny The Butcher himself, Jae Skeese, Boldy James, Jay Worthy, and Illy Foo, each adding their signature styles to the mix. With sharp bars and dense production, Bars & Noble is both a nod to classic hip-hop authenticity and a fresh take on the genre’s modern evolution. This project cements Heem’s voice within the underground rap echelon, balancing moments of vulnerability with defiant bravado.
TRACKLIST
A1. 46 Long (Intro)
A2. La Nova's Freestyle (feat. Conway the Machine & Jae Skeese)
A3. Super Gangsta (feat. Illy Foo)
A4. Pookies First Love
A5. Billy Goat (feat. Benny the Butcher)
A6. 1000 Watts
A7. Bars & Noble
B1. RNS (feat. Jay Worthy)
B2. Life of a Gangsta
B3. The Oath (feat. Boldy James)
B4. 7.62
B5. One Mic
B6. Me vs. Me
