BanksOnTheBeat - Lord Knows (Freestyle) [Music Video]

Producer BanksOnTheBeat is stepping from behind the boards to let everyone know that he's a problem on the mic as well. See for yourself below and check out the Cuddii K directed visuals to Banks' "Lord Knows" freestyle.


Download: BanksOnTheBeat - Lord Knows Freestyle

Get familiar with the YachTs family, which includes G.U.E. favorite J.A.E! They're only getting bigger and better from here on out!

J. Cole Explains Idea & Inspiration That Led To "Lost Ones," "Rise & Shine," "Work Out" & More [VIDEO]

J. Cole is giving us a look inside his mind during his Muve Music Sessions interviews.  "Lost Ones" is such a powerful and meaningful track, and it's great to hear all of the elements that allowed the song to come together.  Along with "Lost Ones," J. Cole explains the organic composition of "Work Out," "Rise & Shine," and "God's Gift." Watch the full episode below, and hit the jump to watch the first episode where he explains the story behind "Can't Get Enough" and "In The Morning!"

J.A.E - Deeznutz [Prod. by MG]

Best cover artwork of 2012 so far.

I've been telling people for years that pimpin' makes the world go round.  Just ask J.A.E!

Lesson #1 of my upcoming Pimping For Dummies book: Pimpin' Ain't Easy.

Homework: Listen to this new track "Deeznuts" by J.A.E and write a 2 page report on what you've learned (BTW, you fail if you didn't have one of your hoes do it for you).


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Previously: J.A.E - Just My Time (Chopped & Screwed) [New Mixtape]

Phonte - Dance In The Reign [Music Video]

Phonte says it best!  Check out the visuals to "Dance In The Reign," his first music video from the INCREDIBLE Charity Starts At Home album, below.  Watch below to catch a cameo from former Little Brother group member 9th Wonder, and make sure you check out Phonte & The Foreign Exchange on tour.  It's an experience you'll never forget. Trust me!

Props to Tigallo himself

Previously: The Roots feat. Phonte & Dice Raw - One Time

Lo Keys - Coast 2 Coast [Music Video]

Fayetnam emcee Lo Keys has been grinding with back to back visuals from his latest mixtape The Green Hornet.  Check out his latest music video where he takes you "Coast 2 Coast" with his rhymes.  If you haven't checked out Lo Keys The Green Hornet, what are you waiting for?



Previously: Lo Keys - Jammin [Music Video]

Rapsody - ABC [Music Video]

Rapsody is straight spittin' on For Everything.  If you didn't know, check out the visuals to the cleverly crafted "ABC." Mannnnnn, my state's got some talent!



I keep watching this expecting for DJ Kay Slay to pop out screaming the alphabet... "D!!"

Props to HHDX

Previously: Rapsody - A Crush Groove [Music Video]

J. Cole Performs "Work Out" Live On Letterman [VIDEO]

J. Cole just wrapped up the European leg of his Cole World: The Sideline Story Tour but he's not slowing down at all.  The Grammy nominated NC (Stand Up!) spitta stopped by David Letterman tonight, and I've got it below just in case you missed it.




"Work Out" sounds dope as hell live. Gotta get to a concert stat.


Props to Yardie

Previously: Jay-Z Talks J. Cole Grammy Nominations [VIDEO]

J.A.E - Just My Time [Chopped & Screwed by DJ Cappo]

NC to NY spitter J.A.E linked up with Queen City DJ Cappo for a chopped up not slopped up version of his successful tape Just My Time.  If you're feeling the homie, and are looking for a new way to experience J.A.E, definitely DO NOT SLEEP on this one. NC STAND UP!

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Previously: J.A.E - The Musical feat. AC & Ali Vegas

Lo Keys - The Green Hornet [New Mixtape] + Jammin [Music Video]

Lo Keys &DJ Me$$iah link up for their 4th mixtape together on the Fayetnam emcee's new mixtape The Green Hornet.  If you're looking to hear straight spitting track in and track out, you definitely shouldn't sleep on this cat.

Check out his latest music video for the standout track "Jammin" below, and hit the jump to stream/download The Green Hornet!


NC STAND UP!

Anthony Hamilton - Never Let Go ft. Keri Hilson

Fellow Queen City representer (& fellow HUHS alum!) Anthony Hamilton has closed out 2011 with two great duets-- "So In Love" with Jill Scott and now "Never Let Go" featuring Keri Hilson.  For all my R&B Gangstas, this is going to be a great addition, as will his album Back To Love, which is in stores now!

Anthony Hamilton - Never Let Go ft. Keri Hilson

Download: Anthony Hamilton - Never Let Go ft. Keri Hilson

Props to HypeTrak

New Music: J.A.E - I'm Flexin' (Freestyle)

Fresh off the success of his latest project, J.A.E proves that the work never stops as he freestyles over T.I.'s KRIT produced hit "I'm Flexin'." Check out the NYC spitter's wordplay below, and be on the look out for the Chopped and Screwed version of Just My Time to drop soon!

J.A.E - I'm Flexin' (Freestyle)

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We Mobile!! Hit the jump to stream J.A.E's freestyle on your phone!

New Music: The Roots - One Time ft. Phonte & Dice Raw

I think I've found my favorite song from The Roots' upcoming album undun in "One Time." Listen to the track below, which features Phonte and frequent collaborator Dice Raw and listen to the story of Redford Stephens unfold.  undun will be in stores December 6th!

The Roots - One Time ft. Phonte & Dice Raw
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Previously: The Roots - Sleep [Music Video]

J. Cole Performs "Rise & Shine," "Mr. Nice Watch" & More In London [VIDEO]

J. Cole shut London down when he came through and performed to a packed crowd at the O2 Shepard Bush Empire.  Thanks to The Hip Hop Chronicle UK, we have some great footage of the key performances of the night, including live performances of the standout tracks from Cole World: The Sideline Story like "Rise & Shine," "Mr. Nice Watch," "Daddy's Little Girl," and "In The Morning."



DJ Dummy was showin out!!!

Props to SD

Previously: J. Cole Performs "Party" LIVE in Abu Dhabi [VIDEO]

Lo Keys & Young Gliss - Hard Times [Music Video]

Fayetnam meets Philly in this new music video starring Lo Keys & Young Gliss.  Check out the visuals for "Hard Times," a smooth track from the North Carolina emcee, below that will be featured on his upcoming mixtape The Green Hornet. 11.22 folks!



NC Stand Up!

Rapsody - For Everything LP

If I had any idea that Rapsody was just going to drop a free album out of the sky, I would have put this on my iPod before my trip!  The NC emcee is pulling out all the stops on her LP For Everything including support from her Jamla family (9th Wonder & Khrysis), and dope features from Kendrick Lamar, Freeway and more!

Hit the jump to view the full tracklisting and to stream/download Rapsody's new project!! Don't sleep!

J.A.E - Just My Time [New Mixtape]

NYC emcee J.A.E has proven himself to be one of the freshest newcomers in the game right now. After winning me over with the 78 West produced single "XO," he's ready to make his mark with his brand new project Just My Time.

Hit the jump to download the brand new tape, which features production from 78 West, Bravestarr, Crdo, and Tedy Roxpin.  Don't sleep on this cat!

J. Cole Performs "Party" Live In Abu Dhabi [VIDEO]

J. Cole's lyrics became reality when he traveled to Abu Dhabi for the Formula Grand Prix weekend. Watch below as he performs his verse to Beyonce's "Party!"



Props to DJ Semtex

Previously: J Cole on MTV's When I Was 17

J. Cole on MTV's "When I Was 17" [Full Episode]

This morning, MTV aired a brand new episode of When I Was 17 featuring Swedish pop star Robyn, actor Chad Michael Murray, and, of course, J. Cole.  Check out their stories below, which include car fires, embarrassing basketball moments, and world tours!

Get More: When I Was 17, Full Episodes

Props to MTV

Previously: Omen - Afraid of Heights [New Mixtape]

J. Cole - When I Was 17 [Preview]

Ever wonder what J. Cole was like before he had a #1 album rapped under the moniker "Therapist?"  On the next episode of MTV's When I Was 17, J. Cole will tell us all about his life as a teenager in Fayetteville, NC.  Check out a clip of the interview below!

Props to LA Leakers

Previously: Elite - Awaken [New Mixtape]

New Music: Rain - Keep Your Heart

After a brief hiatus following the releases of The Magic Hour and its sequel, North Carolina's own Rain is back with a cautionary track for all the men out there.  Check out "Keep Your Heart" below, and hit the jump for a #latepass stream/download of his latest project!

Rain - Keep Your Heart

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Hit the jump for a mobile-friendly stream of the track!