Pinoy rapper Al James’ ‘PSG’ included in NBA 2K24 Beats playlist

Hoops and Hip-Hop: Al James’ ‘PSG’ breaks into NBA 2K24’s Beats lineup | Photo from aljames/Instagram

Al James, let’s go!

You’ve probably heard him rap in Zack Tabudlo’s hit song “Gusto,” or maybe you even have his tracks “Pahinga” and “Pa-Umaga” on your playlist. 

If that rings a bell, then you’re already tuned in to a Filipino rapper making waves globally. In a slam dunk move, NBA 2K24 has added a new flavor to its 2K Beats playlist with Al James’ OPM hit “PSG.”

With over 53 million views on YouTube, Al James is joining Grammy-winning heavyweights like Jay-Z, Travis Scott, and J. Cole in the list, thanks to the virtual courts of NBA 2K.

The gaming giant proudly announced its commitment to celebrating the fusion of hip-hop and basketball, a bond it has nurtured for 25 years. NBA 2K’s official playlist, a melting pot of the genre’s defining moments, pays tribute to hip-hop’s 50th anniversary.

“For 25 years, NBA 2K has positioned itself at the intersection of hip-hop and basketball to capture the best of both worlds, creating a platform where their global influence can be celebrated in one place,” the gaming platform expressed on its website.

This compilation, now available on Spotify and Apple Music, merges master producers, lyrical legends, and emerging innovators into a playlist, offering a year-round backdrop for virtual hoops with the essence of hip-hop pulsating through every game.

Fresh off a New Year’s Eve performance at the Ayala Avenue countdown in Makati, his track “PSG” is set to become the anthem for virtual basketball showdowns.

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So, whether you’re sweating it out on the court or chilling pre-game to some of your favorite songs, NBA 2K24’s 2K Beats has got 50 years’ worth of hits to fuel your passion. Get ready to ball out and vibe out with the beats that define a generation.