Brief - Miss Popular [Prod. by Lando Beats]

Illinois emcee Brief plans to make an impact in Hip Hop because he raps about real issues while others focus on materialistic things that they probably don't even own.  His storytelling skills are put to good use on his new track "Miss Popular," a smooth Lando Beats production that sets the tone for Brief's confession of infidelity.

Brief - Miss Popular [Prod. by Lando Beats]

Download: Brief - Miss Popular [Prod. by Lando Beats]

"Miss Popular" is the first leak from Brief's upcoming EP, whose production will be manned primarily Lando Beats and Trak Masta Tom. Hit me up on the comments, Facebook and Twitter to let me know if you want to hear more from the midwest representer!

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Fatal Lucciauno - Big Bro [Prod. by Kuddie Fresh]

On February 21st, Seattle based emcee Fatal Lucciauno is releasing is sophomore album Respect.  Check out Fatal's latest single "Big Bro," who describes the song better than I could:

“The song is about the love of the down ass sistas from my hood, and those across the country that believe in what I believe," explains Fatal. "It's a true revolution through disciple love – it sounds weird, but for those that know, they know." 

Fatal Lucciano - Big Bro [Prod. by Kuddie Fresh]

Download: Fatal Lucciano - Big Bro [Prod. by Kuddie Fresh]

As a prelude to Respect, he's dropping a freEP produced entirely by Jake One in a few weeks. I'll be on the lookout!

Props to Audible Treats

Nicole Wray - I Like It ft. 2 Chainz [Music Video]

Nicole Wray??????? Y'all really don't understand.  I was a huge fan of Nicole Wray when she dropped "Make It Hot" when I was 8. I sang that song like she was speaking my life, and I was always disappointed that she kind of faded away after her debut album and the Rocafella split.

With a feature from Mr. Tity 2 Necklaces himself, her new song "I Like" is bound to get some attention.  But this video? It's like one of those stores in the mall that let you make a cheesy music video to generic backgrounds.  Once Nicole gets a decent visual team together, I think things will look up for her comeback.

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Props to Real Talk NY

Saigon - Warning Shots 3: One Foot In The Grave [New Mixtape]

As a prelude to his sophomore album, Saigon is back with nineteen tracks of heat to reclaim his spot as one of the most skillful emcees in Hip Hop, period.  Warning Shots 3: One Foot In The Grave contains the hard hitting singles "I Am 4 Real," "Hungry," and "Another Man Down." The features are scarce yet pretty impressive with Saigon's former rival Joe Budden making an appearance as well as production from Just Blaze, Scram Jones, Green Lantern and more.  Check the tape out below, and let me know what you think by hitting me up in the comments below!

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Previously: Saigon - Hungry [Prod. by Sire]

Elle Varner - Conversational Lush [New Mixtape]

After only a few singles and a number of impressive performances, Elle Varner has already made her mark as one of R&B's most creative and talented new artists.  Before her debut album Perfectly Imperfect hits stores, she's giving us a proper introduction with her brand new mixtape, Conversational Lush.  With thirteen tracks, the songstress is practically giving us an entire album as a gift.  

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Previously: Elle Varner - Soundproof Room

Neako - Disco [Music Video]

According to Funkmaster Flex, Neako is one of 20 to watch out for in 2012, and I completely agree.  Check out the visuals to his IFWT freestyle "Disco" below, and let me know if you think the New Jersey spitter is one of this year's top contenders!



Props to 2dopeboyz

Previously: Neako - Inevitable

Casey Veggies - Fuckin' Awesome [Prod. by Dynamic Duo]

Casey Veggies has already captured the underground and the attention of heavyhitters like Jay-Z.  Now he's looking for some mainstream appeal with the infectious Dynamic Duo produced single "Fuckin' Awesome." Check out the new track below, and hit me up with your reactions to the song in the comments below!

Casey Veggies - Fuckin' Awesome [Prod. by Dynamic Duo]

Download: Casey Veggies - Fuckin' Awesome [Prod. by Dynamic Duo]

Props to Prefix Mag

Previously: Rockie Fresh ft. Casey Veggies - Drivin' 88

PenStation - Mike Tape, Volume II [New Mixtape]

Artwork by Domyno FX Graphics

This mixtape has been in the works for months and after all of the leaks and freestyles, Mike Tape Vol. II is finally here! I've seen first hand how much time and effort Dre Write and Riddles have put into this project, and I'm proud to premiere PenStation's Mike Tape, Volume II on Gangstas Use Emoticons.

This mixtape features 20 tracks all sampling the sequin-gloved superstar Michael Jackson so that it captures the essence of the King of Pop while showcasing the originality of Riddles production and their combined lyricism.  Don't sleep on these New Jersey brothers!

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Previously: PenStation - Careful [Prod. by Riddles]

Bishop Lamont - 5 Fingers of Death Freestyle

This morning on Sway's Shade 45 morning show, Cali emcee Bishop Lamont faced DJ Wonder's 5 Fingers Of Death freestyle challenge that Kendrick Lamar, Big K.R.I.T. and Childish Gambino survived with ease.  How does Bishop Lamont measure up? Let me know!

Bishop Lamont - 5 Fingers of Death Freestyle

Download: Bishop Lamont - 5 Fingers of Death Freestyle

Props to YHTN

Previously: Big K.R.I.T. - 5 Fingers Of Death Freestyle

Tez McClain - 2 Minutes Of Game [Prod. by Natural Disaster]

Tez McClain and Don Cannon's Wishful Thinking Vol. II: Respect My Grind mixtape drops tomorrow, and here's the last preview we'll get from the Atlanta emcee.  Check out the introspective track "2 Minutes of Game" below, and hit the jump for a behind the scenes look at the making of Wishful Thinking Vol. II!


Download: Tez McClain - 2 Minutes of Game