Happy Holidays From Clusterfunk Collective™

We are going to take a minute to revisit our roots during this holiday season and will be taking a break from posting for a few. Although we will be back prior to the New Year with new posts, new merchandise, and other upcoming projects, we would like to take a moment to say thank you to all of the artists, musicians, and other contributors that helped this year to move us one step closer to where we strive to be.

Happy Christmahannukwanzika (unless you observe Festivus)!

K'Naan "Take A Minute" (Video)

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DJ Teddy King "Smokers Delight" (Instrumental Mixtape)

DJ Teddy King is an innovator when it comes to instrumentals. Known more for his remix projects (Nas Remixed and The Ghostface Show, to name a few), he shines on Smokers Delight by showcasing his sound structuring talents.

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DJ Ideal x Andre 3000 "Andre Benjamin Is..." (Mixtape)

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Wu-Tang x The Budos Band "The Wudos Band" (Mixtape)

Wu-Tang Clan and The Budos Band hail from Staten Island, so it's only logical that there should be a mash-up of the two. The Budos Band sound can be compared to the Mehanan Band or Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings. Paired wuth wu-esque samples and classic clan verses, the end result is well-formed.

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DJ Premier "Reality Check 101" (Mixtape)

This dropped a while ago, but in revisiting the dustier areas of our catalog in preparation for our upcoming hiatus, we felt it right to post the gem. Who ever really gets tired of hearing Primo scratch anyway?

Presented by HAZE (one of the greatest graff artists of all time), also featured below the download link.

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Cut Chemist Chops It Up At Ozomatli's 15th Anniversary Show

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Apple Juice Kid "Frank Sinatra Remixed" (Album)

Frank Sinatra Remixed is the next in a long line of successful remix projects from Apple Juice Kid, including Miles Remixed and Louis Armstrong Remixed. Each of the three are meticulously crafted and well put together. Although, Sinatra may be the best accompaniment to the upcoming #dirtythirty festivities.

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Zion I "Always" (Video)

We really love this track. Atomic Clock is in stores now.

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Soul Khan "Soul Like Khan" (Album)

We really do not have a good excuse for not posting this sooner. You have all seen dude - Part Brown Bag Allstar and part Grendel, he's been chewing up other artists and spitting them back out on the daily for weeks now. Regardless of our lapse, take time to download this album. It should be on EVERYONE'S sick list.

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Michelle Shaprow

Michelle Shaprow reached out to us a few days ago and was gracious enough to give us an opportunity to listen to her Purple Skies EP, and we are thrilled that she did! You may already be familiar with her voice (her song Ferris Wheel has been featured in an online commercial). What you may not know is that she is a graduate of Yale University, where she earned a degree in music. Also an established producer, Michelle has worked with Om Records and King Britt, among others. After hearing Purple Skies in it's entirety, our personal favorite is Windows.

To hear more of her work, head to michelleshaprow.bandcamp.com

Evidence "I Don't Need Love" (EP)

Evidence lets loose of his Beatles-inspired EP earlier than anticipated. Keep an eye peeled for Cats & Dogs, scheduled to drop in 2011.

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DJ Applejac "Patty & Doug" (EP)

After spotting and listening to the first Doug & Patty EP, we thought that the concept for this series, featuring Carlitta Durand and Vaughn Garcia, was ingenious (although we're probably partial as fans of the show). We were not aware that a second installment was in the works, but are happy to have run across it. Also features an appearance from Jabee, who just dropped his independent project, Lucky Me.. Produced by DJ Applejac.


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MNF x John Lennon

Sportscenter anchor Linda Cohn revealed via Twitter a few days ago that the show would be paying tribute to John Lennon by showing the clip from Monday Night Football where Howard Cossell announced his death.

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Jim Morrison Pardoned

Jim Morrison, rock music icon and lead signer of the infamous band The Doors has been granted a pardon for his conviction after exposing himself at a concert in 1969.

Read the entire article at MTV News.

Nesby Phips "Word To These Bo Jacksons" (Video)

The latest visual, Word To These Bo Jacksons, can be found on Phipstape.


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Stalley "Hercules" (Video)

About ten years ago, we used to frequent a hole-in-the-wall bar/coffee shop to catch a three-man jazz band perform (our homie was the host), with novice and seasoned poets and singer/songwriters mixed in during the set. Part Love Jones-esque Sanctuary and part Nuyorican Soul Cafe, the place packed down every Wednesday til the wee hours of the morning, and anyone who was willing to spit was provided a mic. If we close our eyes and listen to Stalley, it feels like we're there. The mellowness of his tracks melded together with the forcefullness of his lyrics are a viable match for some of the best up-and-coming and established artists. We can't wait to hear Lincoln Way Nights, coming soon.

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Gorillaz f. Snoop Dogg "Welcome To The World Of The Plastic Beach" (Video)

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Talib Kweli x Mick Boogie "The Community" (Mixtape)

The last Kweli x Mick Boogie production, The MCEO (2008), featured tracks from Talib and also served as a stage for some newer members of the Blacksmith camp. This tape bears resemblance, but will also introduce listeners to several unsigned acts, handpicked by Kweli. Our top votes go to Bridge (Jean Greasy) and Postmortem (Chuuwee).

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S-Preme "The S-Prodigy EP" (EP)

This tape took us straight back to 1998. Remember how big Poison was then? I got the pulsating rhythmical remedy...

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B.o.B. "No Genre" (Mixtape)

Bobby Ray is in full Beast Mode as he drops his latest mixtape No Genre, less than a year after his full-length debut, The Adventures Of Bobby Ray.

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Rapsody "Return Of The B-Girl" (Album)

After several dope leaks, Rapsody unleashes Return Of The B-Girl, her 20-track opus produced in part by 9th Wonder and featuring Rah Digga, King Mez, and Mac Miller.


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Flying Lotus "Zodiac Shit" (Video)

Adult Swim tackles the visuals for Zodiac Shit, one of many great tracks on Cosmogramma, available now.

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Zion I f. Rebelution "Many Stylez" (Video)

The latest visuals from Atomic Clock (the duo's best album to date), in stores now.

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Vikter Duplaix "For Players Only: Introducing The Music Of Vikter Duplaix" (Mixtape)

We were "introduced" the the music of Vikter Duplaix several years ago via Virgin Records in New Orleans. Duplaix always spins quality mixes of jazz, downtempo, and many other styles of music, but he excels on For Players Only by heavily incorporating the sounds of Jazzanova, which is a great match for his production prowess. Not to mention, you can never really go wrong featuring Esthero on a track.

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Chuuwee x Cookin' Soul "The Date Tape" (EP)

Chuuwee continues to rain gems on 2010 by linking up with Cookin' Soul and 2dopeboyz to present The Date Tape, a 9-track EP featuring Mayer Hawthorne.

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Gunz "Higher Learning" (Mixtape)

Gunz is an up-and-coming artist from New Orleans, and his latest mixtape, Higher Learning, has him on par with some of the better artists from the region. It is great to witness our fellow New Orleanians on the come-up.

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B.o.B. "Beast Mode" (Video)

The first video installment from No Genre, dropping this Tuesday.

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Chali2na "Step Your Game Up" (Video)

We had a chance to hear some Fish Market 2 tracks prior to the album drop, and it was easy to tell that the second installment was solid enough to eclipse the first. We're not saying that one is hands down better than the other, but each is memorable in its own right. Fish Market 1 & 2 are in stores now.

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Redman "Defjammable" (Video)

We're assuming that this track will be on Reggie, dropping this Tuesday. It can also be found on Pancake & Syrup, the mixtape precursor to the album.

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Reflection Eternal "In The Red" (Video)

The official visual for In The Red, off of (arguably) the most slept on album of 2010, Revolutions Per Minute.

Oh, and credit is definitely due to Talib for his smooth set at Yoshi's last month.

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4-Ize "Professional Ignorant" (Mixtape)

Resident ATLien 4-Ize, in conjunction with Upstairs Studio and DJ Booth, presents Professional Ignorant, the follow-up to his acclaimed project Illuminated Animals. The 22-track tape features Number 2, B.o.B., MF Doom, and Senor Kaos among others. Artwork by Eric Nine.


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Redman "Pancake & Syrup" (Mixtape)

Redman hits us with Pancake & Syrup, the prelude to Reggie, which is scheduled to hit stores next Tuesday.

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Cypress Hill "Light It Up" (Video)

Produced by Pete Rock, Light It Up can be found on the group's latest album, Rise Up, in stores now.

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Raheem DeVaughn "Jackin' 4 Beats" (Mixtape)

Raheem DeVaughn is the only crooner that drops consistently solid mixtapes, and each is considerably different from the next. Don't agree? Compare the Love & War Masterpeace to Jackin' 4 Beats and you'll see just what we mean.

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D/Will & Dominique Larue "Carpe" (EP)

D/Will and Dominique Larue collab to present a brief, but dope, 5-track EP. If we may make a suggestion, though, next time skip the knockoff Banksy artwork.

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Big K.R.I.T. "Can't Be All" (Video)

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Lupe Fiasco & Trae Tha Truth "Bad Don't Seem So Wrong" (Video)

If this is any indication of what is next from Lupe, we are all in for one hell of a competition for the best alive. Word to GFUNK.

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Wiz Khalifa x The Source

Damn it feels good to be a Taylor. Word to GFUNK.

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OnCue "Leftovers" (Mixtape)

OnCue returns less than three months after dropping Cuey Sings The Blues
with his second project of 2010, Leftovers. Cuey spits about the heavy plethora of personal topics that have garnered him the attention that he has received thus far. Following his progression from Cueyfornication until now has us paying close attention to what he has in store for the future. Presented by Academy Printwear, in conjunction with DJ Booth.


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Dam-Funk "The Sound Of Modern Funk" (Video)

We have just recently begin to really dig deep into Dam-Funk's catalog of work. Although familiar with a track or two, we cannot consider ourselves knowledgeable on the artist, but mixes like this are surely helping. While downloading his remix of Biggie's Going Back To Cali, we ran across this mix. Featuring tracks by Oddisee, Dibia$e, and many others, this mix is absolute ear candy.

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Kid Cudi "Mojo So Dope" (Video)

Cudi unleashes the visual for one of our top tracks from The Legend Of Mr. Rager.

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Imaginary Foundation presents "The Undivided Mind" (Exhibit)

Imaginary Foundation presents The Undivided Mind, which will be featured at FIFTY24SF in San Francisco from November 19-28. The theory of art based on science reminds us of the expression in Dali's late work.

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Estelle & John Legend "Sing & Flow: The Duets" (EP)

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The Art of Miles Davis

We find most of his pieces to be an intruiging combination of Basquiat, Dali, and Picasso. Who knew?

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Happy Thanksgiving

Crown Royale "Crown Jewels" (Mixtape)

Buff 1 and DJ Rhettmatic team up once again, in association with 2dopeboyz
to bring you Crown Jewels. Haven't heard of either artist before? Listen to Ghosting,
the latest by Buff 1 and Beats by Rhettmatic: The Boom Bap Collection 2.0,
the most recent project by DJ Rhettmatic.

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Terry Urban "How My Brain Works 3" (Mixtape)

Terry Urban presents the third volume of his How My Brain Works mixtape series, this time offering tracks pairing the Beatles and E-40 (among others) and also pits Drake against Led Zeppelin. Always on point, this third time seems to be the charm. Although How My Brain Works 1 & 2 are masterful, this time around Urban appears to be at his best and has perfected the mash-up.

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Flying Lotus f. Blu "GNG BNG" (Video)

If anyone knows who created the visual to accompany this track, please hit us up on Twitter with the name.

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Mac Miller "Knock, Knock" (Video)

The latest visuals from K.I.D.S.


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Chuuwee "Sunday Afternoon" (EP)

Chuuwee mentioned on Twitter that he would be dropping an EP this past weekend. The end result is Sunday Afternoon, six tracks inspired by the latter half of the day.

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Koncept "Playing Life" (Album)

Koncept (Brown Bag Allstars) presents Playing Life, his latest project featuring Sene and J57. The download was made available in August, but is well worth the $10 to get a copy with the exclusive tracks included at Bandcamp. Word to Koncept.


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Black Einstein "Whatever Happened To Major Tom?" (EP)

This 7-track EP features Maseo (De La Soul), Mystro, and others against the sounds of David Bowie. We think that the artwork and the sound is clean. Word to Soul Culture.


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King Mez x Stussy "Hoppin Over Fences" (mp3)

We spotted the ad for the King Mez x Stussy collab this past Saturday while thumbing the pages of the Winter catalog from Upper Playground in Berkeley. Yet we had no idea that we would run smack into the track again on Monday via an entirely different channel. Glad we did.

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DJ Muggs & Bambu "Los Angeles, Philippines" (Mixtape)

Bambu goes in against the sounds of the Soul Assassin. We have been chomping at the bit for this project to drop, and is undoubtedly one of favorites of 2010.

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Jern Eye & Headnodic "Infinity Gems" (EP)

Bay Area spitter Jern Eye has linked up with fellow left-coaster Headnodic to present Infinity Gems, a collaborative effort in which Jern Eye rides Headnodic's production alongside One.Be.Lo and Ms. K, among others. Word to DJ Booth.


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Curren$y f. Raekwon "Michael Knight (Remix)" (Video)

Raekwon cuts up the Michael Knight beat like the Chef that he is. We wouldn't mind seeing more collabos from these two, they seem to go together as well as Spitta and Fiend.

URB Interview Wiz Khalifa (Video)

URB Magazine sat down to chop it up with Wiz about all things Taylor'd.

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Sene & J57 "Eye Don't Dream...But I Do" (EP)

Sene and J57 are set to release a collaborative album sometime in 2011, and in preparation they have dropped this five-track EP, Eye Don't Dream...But I Do. The chill sounds make for great daydreaming, and lull the listener to allow their rhymes to seep into the mind.

Hit us up on the comments to let us know what you think.

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Falside "Fall, Stand The F**k Up" (Mixtape)

Falside reminds us of Cecil Otter, in a way. Although Otter's sound is more along the lines of DJ Shadow, Falside seems to find the curious nature of Endtroducing... and meld that the emotion of Prefuse 73 and the soul of Ant (Atmosphere), creating tracks that are unmistakable. Fall, Stand The F**k Up takes his progression in beatmaking one step further, and is completed with a remix of Wiz Khalifa's breakout, Say Yeah. Not into beat tapes? Listen to Dollars Make Change, released in February of this year.

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Jay-Z On The Daily Show (Video)

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Soul Khan "Soul Like Khan" (Album)

We really do not have a good excuse for not posting this sooner. You have all seen dude - Part Brown Bag Allstar and part Grendel, he's been chewing up other artists and spitting them back out on the daily for weeks now. Regardless of our lapse, take time to download this album. It should be on EVERYONE'S sick list.

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MED f. Aloe Blacc "Where I'm From"

Every track that MED has dropped this year has been a Classic. Then he went and threw Aloe on the track and...

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A Celebration Of Michael "Eyedea" Larsen (Video)

This video should illustrate to anyone how significant of an element Eyedea was (and will remain to be) to the hip-hop community.

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The Kid Daytona "The Interlude" (Mixtape)

The Kid Daytona has been slowly and seriously building since the release of his Daytona 500 mixtape with Mick Boogie back in 2009, even considering the usual delays along the way. The Interlude, his latest outing, pits Daytona against production from 9th Wonder and 6th Sense, and also features Aloe Blacc and Freddie Gibbs. Hit up the comments to let us know your thoughts on the project.

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DJ Stone & DJ September 7th "ODB – Eternal Legend" (Mixtape)

DJ Stone and DJ September 7th, put this, the second installement of their Eternal Legend mixtapes, together in celebration of Ol’ Dirty’s life through his music and to mark the 6th anniversary of his passing. Mixed my DJ Stone (of the Cali Untouchables) this dope mixtape is a must have for all Wu-Tang and Hip Hop fans alike.

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Gotham Green & DJ Quickie Mart f. Jackie Thon "Been Doin' It" (Video)

The latest video installment from Haze Diaries, Vol. 3.

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Mick Boogie "93 Til Infinity" (Mixtape)

NYC-based Mick Boogie, known for his eclectic DJ sets and amazing mixtapes, is also an avid basketball fan and a video game junkie. With the recent return of the classic 90's arcade game NBA JAM (now refreshed and remixed for 2010), Mick was inspired to put together a mixtape of classic and rare 90's remixes that serve as the soundtrack to where we were back in the day. Being that NBA JAM dropped in 1993... Mick's decision to call the mix "93 Til' Infinity" was the only appropriate choice!

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Andre 3000 "Alter Ego" (Mixtape)

Upon its release two years ago, we downloaded this tape immediately and for good reason. The tape is solid, front to back. But the breakdowns that have been applied to the originals are what make the project better than average. Add to that the fact that we don't ever really tire of listening to 3 Stacks and you can see why we are posting it now.

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Various Artists "A3C Beats & Lyrics 2 To Go (RV Edition)" (Mixtape)

Starstruck by 4-ize and Grey Skies by God'silla are the stand-outs for us.

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Dom Kennedy "Locals Only" (Video)

This video has such a smoothness to it. Reminds us of NOLA.

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Psalm One f. Del Tha Funky Homosapien "Ginsu Knives" (Video)

Having lived, at different points in time, in New Orleans, Minneapolis, St. Paul, and now the Bay Area, we have had the luxury of seeing both of these artists in person, and both are worth their weight in gold. The perspective that they bring to the table individually is enough to keep the mind interwined in their lyrics for a minute. Collectively? Whoa...

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Rugz D. Bewler "Save Bewler: The Memoirs Of Muhammad McFly" (Mixtape)

We love that artists like Rugz D. Bewler are making an effort at returning to fun-filled hip-hop. That is not to say that politically-driven or even some harder-spitting artists aren't relevant anymore, it is just nice to see a better balance. On days when we all would like to strangle our bosses we can refer to artists like Atmosphere as a source of sanity, but there are also those occasions (Michael [K]nights, shall we say?) when we feel Superbad, and for these Rugz is preferred. Be sure to listen to his latest, Save Bewler: The Memoirs Of Muhammad McFly, and peep his video for Superbad below.

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Marsha Ambrosius "Sextape, Part 1" (Mixtape)

Marsha Ambrosius is on a fierce comeback, if case you have not already noticed. Physically fine-tuned with a feverish voice, she has released a four-song Sextape on which she is paired with the Isley Brothers, Marvin Gaye, and Stevie Wonder (and this is only Part 1).

SIDENOTE: We are still pining over the thought of Ms. Ambrosius and Teedra Moses together at SOBs...

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Tyga "Well Done" (Mixtape)

Tick, tick, tick...taking bets now on how long it will be until Tyga takes the Curren$y route.

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DJ Quickie Mart "Super Mart Sessions (Vol.3)" (Mixtape)

Here's a Quickie Mart mix to help ease into Monday.

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Curren$y "Michael Knight" (Video)

Pilot Talk 2 is in stores November 22nd.

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Turntable Science "Extended Techniques (Vol.1)" (Mixtape)

After recently revisiting Brainfreeze, we cannot get enough scratch. These guys are on par to be one of our favorites, for sure.

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