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Their self-titled mixtape is due out soon. Hit up the comments and let me know what you think of "How It Look!"
Props to TIP
Previously: T.I. - Harry Potter feat. D.O.P.E.
Saturday, February 4, 2012
D.O.P.E. - How It Look [Music Video]
Their self-titled mixtape is due out soon. Hit up the comments and let me know what you think of "How It Look!"
Props to TIP
Previously: T.I. - Harry Potter feat. D.O.P.E.
Friday, February 3, 2012
French Montana ft. Black Rob, Diddy & Rick Ross - Shot Caller x Whoa (A DJ Hourglass Remix)
So I've been learning to DJ for about 6 months now, and I finally made a mashup that I can post in confidence. "Shot Caller" is easily one of the hottest songs out, and it's probably because it brings the old school Bad Boy feel back. To really give it that "Take That, Take That" circa 1999 touch, check out what I did!
Feedback is appreciated!
DJ Hourglass
Labels:
Bad Boy,
Black Rob,
Diddy,
DJ Hourglass,
French Montana,
NC,
NC Hip Hop,
New Music,
Rick Ross
Miguel - Adorn [Music Video]
It must be my birthday!
Miguel's debut album has had such a long life that I wasn't even expecting for him to be out of the lab with a new project this soon. Check out the up close and personal music video from the eclectic singer below, and get ready for Art Dealer Chic: Vol. 1, which drops Feb. 27!
Props to okayplayer
Previously: Miguel Performs "Girls Like You" At The Soul Train Awards [VIDEO]
Reek Da Villian - Can't Get Enough (Remix) [Music Video]
The Conglomerate emcee Reek Da Villian's verse on his "Can't Get Enough" remix was pretty nice, so I understand why he took the boss route and made a music video out of it. Check out the Daniel Czernilofsky-directed visuals below!
Props to WSHH
Previously: Reek Da Villian - Can't Get Enough (Remix)
Stalley - God's Child
Stalley dropped off another track from Songs By Me, Stalley where he addresses his ability to stay true to himself despite his major label deal with Maybach Music Group. Check out "God's Child" below, and hit up the comments with your thought on the song!
Stalley - God's Child
Download: Stalley - God's Child
Props to DDO
Previously: Stalley - Blue Sky (Freestyle)
Ryshon Jones - Heroin For Breakfast [Music Video]
Before you start mixing dope into your scrambled eggs, peep the metaphor on Ryshon Jones The Lower I Fall The Higher I Am track "Heroin For Breakfast." With all the projects he's put out lately, I'm glad to see he gave this one the visual treatment. Watch the K$K and Jacob Fiering-directed video below, and hit the jump for a #LatePass download of the April 2011 release!
Neako - Atlantis [Music Video]
Props to KarmaLoop
Previously: Neako - Disco [Music Video]
Zip Kennedy - Sky Republic [New Mixtape]
Zip Kennedy's Sky Republic standouts "Please And Thanks" and "Boom Boom Bang" have both managed to sit comfortably on this week's top 10 posts list after just two days. Since you were clearly feeling the GA State student's sound, check out the entire Sky Republic project, which contains 21 tracks produced entirely by JaLeno Beatz. Stream or download the project below, and consider it a prelude to his Zip's upcoming mixtape, #StampMyName, which is expected to drop this March!
Download: Zip Kennedy - Sky Republic [Mixtape]
How'd you like it? Hit up the comments and let me know!
Previously: Zip Kennedy - Boom Boom Bang
Kendrick Lamar Reveals That He & Pharrell Made 6 Tracks In 2 Days [VIDEO]
Black Hippy's Kendrick Lamar and ScHoolboy Q sat down with Billboard to talk about their solo albums, which are both untitled at the moment. Watch below as Kendrick reveals the producers he's been working with for his album due out this year, and find out what Q has planned for his first major album.
Good Kid In A Bad City? What do yo think of that title?
Props to RM
Previously:
Trae Tha Truth - I'm On 2.0 ft. Big K.R.I.T, Jadakiss, J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, B.o.B, Tyga, Gudda Gudda, Bun B & Mark Morrison
If you thought the original version had a lot of features, you ain't heard nothing yet! "I'm On 2.0" showcases Trae Tha Truth rhyming over a "Return of The Mack" sample with Big K.R.I.T., Jadakiss, J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, B.o.B, Tyga, Gudda Gudda, Bun B & Mark Morrison. Hit up the comments and tell me whose verse you liked best! I vote Kendrick.
Trae Tha Truth - I'm On 2.0 ft. Big K.R.I.T, Jadakiss, J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, B.o.B, Tyga, Gudda Gudda, Bun B & Mark Morrison
Download: Trae Tha Truth - I'm On 2.0 ft. Big K.R.I.T, Jadakiss, J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, B.o.B, Tyga, Gudda Gudda, Bun B & Mark Morrison
Trae - I'm On 2.0 Lyrics
Props to Team Big K.R.I.T.
Previously: B.o.B ft. Trae Tha Truth & Future - How Bout Dat [Music Video]
Labels:
B.o.B,
Big KRIT,
Bun B,
Gudda Gudda,
Houston,
j. cole,
Jadakiss,
Kendrick Lamar,
Mark Morrison,
New Music,
Trae Tha Truth,
Tyga
Vado ft. Fabolous - Okay Y'all [Music Video]
Vado's Slime Flu 2 was one of the most talked about mixtapes last fall. Finally he lets loose of a visual from the project, and he chose "Okay Y'all," featuring Fabolous, one of my favorites from the tape. Check out SF2 if you haven't already, and hit up the comments with your thoughts on the video!
Props to The Overfeed
Previously:
ScHoolboy Q - Beats TV Freestyle [VIDEO]
ScHoolboy Q stopped by Beats TV and dropped off a freestyle to show off why HnC is a must have. Word on the tweets is that Q and A$AP Rocky shot the video to "Hands On The Wheel" yesterday, so I'll be on the lookout for that. Habits & Contradictions is out now!
Props to The Overfeed
Previously: ScHoolboy Q - Nightmare On Figg St. [Music Video]
FUPM (Bobby Creekwater x Stat Quo) - Dope Out My Window
Bobby Creek and Stat Quo are at it again with another "Dope" track from their upcoming project FUPM. The first line from Bobby Creek made it clear that FUPM is bringing quality rapping back: "I don't mean to be rude, but most of y'all mothaf**kers suck." Check out "Dope Out My Window" below, and hit up the comments with your thoughts of the track!
FUPM - Dope Out My Window
Download FUPM (Bobby Creekwater + Stat Quo) - Dope Out My Window
Previously: FUPM - Alright Alright [Music Video]
A$AP Rocky Meets Rakim For The First Time [VIDEO]
A$AP Rocky was named after legendary emcee Rakim, so it only makes sense that the Paid In Full rapper is one of Rocky's favorite artists of all time. To surprise him, Angie Martinez brought Rakim to the studio, and shared the story of how Rakim autographed A$AP Rocky's pamper when he was a child. Check out the look of shock on A$AP Rocky's face when his idol showed up and surprised him during an interview at the Angie Martinez show, and hit the jump to watch his interview on 106 & Park!
Nas Performs "Nasty" Live With The Roots [VIDEO]
Nas + The Roots. Need I say more? Check out their performance of "Nasty" in Indianapolis for last night's episode of Late Night With Jimmy Fallon below!
Props to RM
Previously: K'Naan ft. Nas - Nothing To Lose
Madonna ft. M.I.A. & Nicki Minaj - Give Me All Your Luvin' [Music Video]
There's been a lot of hype about Madonna's comeback, and I never thought I'd ever be writing about it. However, with M.I.A. and Nicki Minaj featured on MDNA's lead single "Give Me All Your Luvin'," it's only right that I check it out for you Gangstas. Watch below as the three stars get their Marilyn Monroe on and bust out some old school dance moves.
What do you think of "Give Me All Your Luvin'?" And were Nicki and M.I.A.'s verses worthy of the hype? Hit up the comments and let me know!
Madonna ft. M.I.A. & Nicki Minaj - Give Me All Your Luvin' Lyrics
Props to Free's World
Previously:
Jon Connor - Best In The World
Jon Connor doesn't show any signs of slowing down, even though he just dropped a full album's worth of material to close out 2011. On Valentine's Day the Flintstone is dropping The Blue Album, a collection of freestyles over Jay-Z's Blueprint series. Check out the first leak, "Best In The World," a freestyle over the Blueprint 2 standout "Hovi Baby"
Jon Connor - Best In The World
Download: Jon Connor - Best In The World
Props to UHTN
Previously: Young Gliss ft. Jon Connor, Prodigy, Killer Mike, Lo Keys & Just Shawn - No One Can Stop Us Now
2 Chainz Freestyles, Announces Record Deal & Shouts Out DJ Hourglass On MTV Rap Fix Live! [VIDEO]
This week's episode of Rap Fix Live was all about 2 Chainz. Sway and Tity Boi chopped it up for a good hour about everything people wanted to know. The Atlanta rapper fully explained his choice of signing with Def Jam, addressed the rumor that he was robbed in Detroit, revealed that he's been working with Kanye West for a year, and told us what to expect as far as future projects are concerned.
Watch below as he officially announces his record deal with Def Jam and answers a question from me, DJ Hourglass! Hit the jump to view his freestyle, and to watch the entire episode.
2 Chainz Announces Def Jam Deal & Reveals Working With Kanye West
2 Chainz Explains His Connection With Young Money & Shouts Out DJ Hourglass (~4:30)
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Day 26 - Made Love Lately [Music Video]
Day 26 premiered their third album's lead single, "Made Love Lately," back in October and it seems that the wheels are definitely in motion for the quartet to bring vocal performance and soul back to R&B. Check out the music visuals to the A New Day single below, which premiered today on 106 & Park.
o_O or d(^_^)b for this song? Hit up the comments and let me know!
Props to Willie
Previously: Day 26 - Made Love Lately
T.I. Set To Executive Produce Iggy Azalea's Debut Album [VIDEO]
Iggy Azalea was a highly scouted free agent, and it seems like music moguls are still seeking her out after she announced signing with Interscope Records. I was surprised to see that Grand Hustle king T.I. will be investing his time as an executive producer to her debut album due out in June, and from the looks of Iggy'z latest interview with MTV news, she was surprised as well. Watch below as the Australian emcee explains how the pairing originated!
Props to MTV
Previously: Iggy Azalea - Roman In Moscow (Freestyle)
Nina Sky - Day Dreaming
It's been a minute since Nina Sky dropped off some new material. After years of issues with their label, the twins are ready to focus on their upcoming album Nicole & Natalie, which is expected to hit stores in July. "Day Dreaming" is a futuristic, seductive track that shows that Nina Sky has evolved greatly since their "Move Ya Body" days. I love it.
Props to Rap-Up
Previously: Action Bronson ft. Nina Sky - Cocoa Butter
Zip Kennedy - Boom Boom Bang ft. McKenzie of The Coedz
Zip Kennedy's "Please And Thanks" was so well received on G.U.E. that it jumped to the this week's top 10 posts in less than 24 hours! Since you're feeling what the Decatur emcee has to offer, I thought I'd drop off one last track from Sky Republic before I spotlight the full project.
Check out "Boom Bang" featuring McKenzie of The Coedz below, and hit up the comments to let me know what you think about the Glee-sampled track by hitting me up on Facebook or Twitter!
Zip Kennedy - Boom Boom Bang ft. McKenzie of The Coedz [Prod. by JaLeno Beatz]
Download: Zip Kennedy - Boom Boom Bang ft. McKenzie of The Coedz
Previously: Zip Kennedy - Please And Thanks
Esperanza Spalding - Black Gold ft. Algebra Black [Music Video]
Jazz singer and bassist Esperanza Spalding is reminding you why the Grammy's honored her as 2011's Best New Artist on her latest single "Black Gold." The video, which premiered yesterday on 106 & Park, is a great preview of what to expect on her upcoming album Radio Music Society. Sit back and get ready to be educated by Esperanza and Algebra Black who have a great message right in time for Black History Month.
Radio Music Society hits stores March 20th!
Props to Rap-Up
Trinity - Odds & Evens ft. R.O.E. [Music Video]
Chicago-bred emcee Trinity is giving you quite the introduction to her upcoming project The City Is Ours. Check out the music video to "Odds & Evens," the tape's lead single featuring R.O.E. below as she and directors Tony Shane & Sense Hernandez take you to the some of the Windy City's most captivating landmarks.
I see you Soror! d(^_^)b
Smoke DZA - Money Down ft. P-IC [Music Video]
Smoke DZA shot his video for "Money Down" right in the middle of NYC's huge snow storm and I think #kushedgod gave him a little something to stay warm. Check out the the Sweet Baby Kushed God video below, and download the EP if you haven't already!
Props to DZA's Tumblr
Previously: Smoke DZA - Christmas In The Trap [Music Video]
Emilio Rojas - One Last Time ft. Emanny [Music Video]
Emilio Rojas has reached his Breaking Point on his new video for the Emanny-featured track "One Last Time." If you're going to be suffering a case of bitterness on Valentine's Day, this is definitely one of those songs to add to your "Salty" playlist. Watch below as the NY emcee finds himself conflicted over his cheating girlfriend, and make sure you download Emilio's new mixtape if you haven't already!
Props to AO!
Previously:
Common - Cosmic Kev Freestyle [VIDEO]
With all the controversy with Drake hopefully behind him, Common took to Cosmic Kev's The Come Up Show and dropped some off-the-dome heat to "Streets Is Watching" and "Shot Caller." Hit up the comments with your thoughts on Com Sense's freestyle!
UPDATE: Check out the video footage of Common's freestyle over "Shot Caller!"
Common - Cosmic Kev Freestyle Pt. 1 (Streets Is Watching)
Download: Common - Cosmic Kev Freestyle Pt. 1 (Streets Is Watching)
Common - Cosmic Kev Freestyle Pt. 2 (Shot Caller)
Download: Common - Cosmic Kev Freestyle Pt. 2 (Shot Caller)
Props to Nah Right
Previously: Common Performs "Sweet" Live On Shade 45 & Shouts Out New Artists [VIDEO]
Don Trip - Allen Iverson [Prod. by Cool & Dre]
Memphis emcee Don Trip has been taking over as of late, and his new Cool & Dre-produced track "Allen Iverson" is his best yet in my opinion. Check out the relatable track below, which features the point guard's infamous speech. GUERILLA is coming soon!
Don Trip - Allen Iverson [Prod. by Cool & Dre]
Download: Don Trip - Allen Iverson [Prod. by Cool & Dre]
Props to OS
Previously: Don Trip - The Life (Remix) ft. Yo Gotti, Juicy J & Young Dolph
Roscoe Dash - Up (Remix)
Roscoe Dash is the latest to add a verse to Love Rance's bay area smash "Up." Check out Roscoe's remix below, which also features 50 Cent's verse, and let me know if this version is club worthy by hitting up the comments!
Roscoe Dash - Up (Remix) (Explicit)
Download: Roscoe Dash - Up (Remix)
Props to VHH
Previously: Roscoe Dash - J.U.I.C.E. EP Listening Party [VIDEO]
Teyana Taylor - Make Your Move [Behind The Scenes]
Teyana Taylor's funky new song "Make Your Move" featuring Wale seems to be the single that will finally catapult her solo career. Watch CLCTV's behind the scenes footage below that captures the video's Cotton Club scene where Teyana and her dancers KILL it. Peep the cameo from ATL's ALBeBACK and be on the lookout for the video that's coming soon!
Props to Rap-Up
Previously: Teyana Taylor - Make Your Move ft. Wale
Azealia Banks Performs "212" In Karl Lagerfeld's Home [VIDEO]
Universal Music Group's newest star Azealia Banks has captured the attention of people everywhere--from Kanye West to fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld. The designer loved her online hit single "212" so much that he invited her to his home to perform it for his guests in celebration of his new line Net-A-Porte. Check out her performance below, and hit the jump to check out her latest track, "Bambi!"
Vado - Peso (Freestyle)
Vado borrowed from his fellow Harlemite on this remix of A$AP Rocky's "Peso." He's definitely not the first to freestyle over the track, but do you think he's the best so far? Hit up the comments and let me know!
Vado - Peso (Freestyle)
Download: Vado - Peso (Freestyle)
Props to VHH
Previously: Vado & Cam'Ron - Hood Shhh
Aleon Craft - Terrified
On Feb. 13th, Aleon Craft is giving us an early Valentine's Day gift from beyond the stars. Check out "Terrified," the first leak from his upcoming Cosmic Valentine EP below, and hit the jump if you'll be in ATL on V-Day and want Hip Hop to be your valentine!
Bow Wow - Underrated [Release Date + Official Tracklist]
After a number of delays and a lot of speculation Bow Wow has announced with confidence that his seventh studio album Underrated will in fact be released on March 13, 2012.
From the looks of Underrated's tracklist, the beats should be amazing considering that No ID, Jahlil Beats, Araab Muzik, Drumma Boy, Cardiak, and more are credited as producers on the album. Featured on Bow Wow's Young Money debut are Busta Rhymes, Ace Hood, Miguel, Lil Wayne, Chris Brown, Music Soulchild, Talib Kweli, Meek Mill, Jadakiss, Wiz Khalifa, and Juicy J. What a list.
With a tracklist like that, it seems impossible for this album to not be Bow Wow's best. He has a lot of pressure on him to finally shake the childhood image and stigma that's been attached to his career for so long and finally get some respect as an emcee. Do you think Underrated will really change things? Hit up the comments and let me know!
Props to This Beat Goes
Previously: Bow Wow ft. Lil Wayne - Sweat [Music Video]
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Olivia & Fred The Godson - Freshy
Something tells me that the word "Freshy" won't catch on, but it's pleasantly surprising to see Olivia and Fred The Godson making a track together, let alone an entire mixtape. Take a listen to the first leak from their upcoming collaboration Beauty And The Beast below, and let me know if you think "Freshy" is a good move for both artists!
Olivia & Fred The Godson - Freshy
Download: Olivia & Fred The Godson - Freshy
Props to SOHH
Previously: Fred The Godson - Over My Dead Body [Music Video]
Big K.R.I.T. - Boobie Miles
Big K.R.I.T. wasn't able to drop "I Got This" today like he promised, but he let another 4eva Na Day as a pretty dope consolation prize. Check out "Boobie Miles" below named after the athlete K.R.I.T. referenced in "Hometown Hero," and check out what the Mississippi emcee-producer had to say about the track!
“the 1st song i wanted 2 release from #4evaNaDay is called Boobie Miles. Its about over coming all the obstacles that block your dreams, the sacrifices that come with how hard you have to go to obtain your goal, giving your all no matter what the situation, the only difference between a winner N a loser is a winner plays until he wins" – K.R.I.T."
Download: Big K.R.I.T. - Boobie Miles
Big K.R.I.T. - Boobie Miles Lyrics
Props to K.R.I.T.
Previously: Big K.R.I.T. - 4eva Na Day [Official Artwork + Tracklisting]
WZRD - Teleport 2 Me, Jamie ft. Desire
Kid Cudi premiered WZRD's official first single about 2 weeks ago in Australia, and now we can hear the studio version of his and Dot Da Genius's song "Teleport 2 Me, Jamie." Is it worthy of all of the anticipation? Hit me up in the comments and let me know!
WZRD - Teleport 2 Me, Jamie ft. Desire
Purchase: WZRD - Teleport 2 Me, Jamie ft. Desire
WZRD - Teleport 2 Me, Jamie ft. Desire Lyrics
Props to illRoots
Previously: WZRD - WZRD [Album Artwork + Tracklisting]
Stalley - Blue Sky Freestyle
Stalley's momentum has been crazy as of late, and he's capitalizing with his freestyle over Common's "Blue Sky." Check out the bars below, and be on the lookout for his upcoming album Savage Journey To The American Dream!
Props to DJ Semtex
Previously: Torch ft. Stalley, Meek Mill, Wale, Gunplay & Young Breed - Slowdown
Maffew Ragazino - Jackson Pollock ft. Das Racist [Prod. by Harry Fraud]
Now that the freestyles are out the way, Maffew Ragazino is showing off his versatility and switches up his sound on his Das Racist featured single "Jackson Pollock." Listen to the emcees go off below, and hit up the comments with your thoughts!
Previously: Maffew Ragazino - Fresh Out The Box Freestyle [VIDEO]
Mac Miller & Cam'ron - Dig That [Prod. by Big Jerm]
If a Cam'ron verse doesn't make you laugh, I might question whether you have a soul. His unlikely collaboration with Mac Miller seems to mesh really well thanks to a soulful production from Big Jerm and some herbal supplements. Check out "Dig That" below, and hit up the comments with your thoughts on the track!
Mac Miller & Cam'ron - Dig That [Prod. by Big Jerm]
Download: Mac Miller & Cam'ron - Dig That [Prod. by Big Jerm]
Mac Miller & Cam'ron - Dig That Lyrics
Props to Complex
Previously:
Young Jeezy - OJ ft. Jadakiss & Fabolous [Official Music Video]
We got a behind the scenes look at the filming of Young Jeezy's new single "OJ" a few weeks ago, but now the final product is here. Check out the visuals to the Jadakiss and Fabolous featured track below, and peep them rocking ski masks just like the homie Glass!
Props to Pat Is Dope
Previously:
L.E.$. - Regulate [Music Video]
Boss Hogg Outlaw L.E.$. keeps the David Stunt-directed visuals coming with the music video to "Regulate," his take on the Warren G and Nate Dogg classic. Menace is coming soon!
Props to L.E.$.
Previously: L.E.$. - Cali [Music Video]
Big K.R.I.T. - 4eva Na Day [Official Album Artwork + Tracklist]
Before his Def Jam debut finally hits stores, Big K.R.I.T. is dropping his mixtape 4eva Na Day for the fans on February 20th. He let loose a screenshot of the tracklist, which you can check after the jump! Let me know your thoughts about the artwork by hitting up the comments!
Zip Kennedy - Please And Thanks
Fresh out of Decatur, Georgia, 19-year old emcee Zip Kennedy hopes to no longer call himself "the most underrated, underestimated human being to ever walk the face of the earth." With his latest mixtape Sky Republic making a lot of waves online, Zip is gaining the respect and admiration he deserves one fan at a time.
After taking a listen to what the Georgia State student has to offer, Zip's ability to spit with the intensity of a battle rapper and transition with ease into a catchy melody is what sets him apart from the pack of rappers hoping to break away. If you won't take my word for it, the JaLeno Beatz-produced track "Please And Thanks" is a prime example of his versatility. Check out the Sky Republic standout below, and hit me up on Facebook or Twitter to let me know if you're feeling Zip Kennedy!
Zip Kennedy - Please And Thanks [Prod. by JaLeno Beatz]
Download: Zip Kennedy - Please And Thanks
2 Chainz Performs For A Sold Out Crowd At SOBs [VIDEO]
With his brand new major label deal with Def Jam finalized, all eyes are on 2 Chainz and his next moves. On Monday, Tity Boi rocked a sold out crowd at SOB's New York to commemorate how far he's come in the past year. If you were like me and weren't able to see the show in person, check out the replay of 2 Chainz's sold out performance below!
Props to Def Jam
Previously: 2 Chainz Signs With Def Jam Records
STS - Great Mood ft. A$AP Ferg [Music Video]
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Props to Nah Right
Previously:
Tiara Thomas - Nikki
I've been waiting a while to hear what Tiara Thomas has in store for her upcoming EP, and "Nikki," the EP's first offering, is the farthest thing from a disappointment. Check out the Kelson Camp produced track below, and make sure you don't sleep on Tiara. Mark my words. She's gonna blow.
Tiara Thomas - Nikki
Download: Tiara Thomas - Nikki
Props to Jah Yummy
Previously: Next Up - Tiara Thomas
B.o.B ft. Young Jeezy & T.I. - Strange Clouds (Remix) [Music Video]
B.o.B keeps his lead single alive with the video to the "Strange Clouds" remix. Unlike the visuals to the original, this music video is more about having fun than identifying a natural disaster. Check out the T.I. and Young Jeezy-featured visuals below!
Props to Nah Right
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