Monday, October 31, 2011

Gummy Soul: Gummy Soul [EP]

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After hearing the immensely well put together Fela Soul, we went digging for more from Gummy Soul and ran across this 14-track EP of the same name, and the quality is just as solid.

DOWNLOAD Gummy Soul

INSA: IAM1 Journey Nike Project [Video]



In 7 days INSA ran the city of east London, painting 35 pieces on route of Charlie Dark's map for The IAM1 Journey Nike Sportswear project. Produced by Protein and documented by INSA's long time collaborator, photographer Ethel, each of the 35 hand painted pieces form one of the centre pieces of INSAs major London solo show for 2009. This IAM1 Journey animation will be deconstructed within the 'Looking For Love In All The Wrong Places' show with behind-the-scenes processes alongside the original painted objects that make up the individual frames.

The Smokers Club Tour 2: Montreal [Video]

The Smoker Club Tour 2: New York [Video]

D*FACE: Never Liked What You Did Anyway [Video]

Neako: In Every City [Video]



Neako does it for all cities in his latest video from The Number 23 mixtape.

M.E.D.: Blaxican [Video]



M.E.D. gears preps fans with a video from the Madlib-produced Classic, dropping tomorrow.

Blu: God Is Good: A Soundtrack To Life [Album]

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Blu is like a modern-day Basquiat of music. He drops mysteriously-timed projects about what he wants, when he wants, without seemingly any care or concern for what folks expect. Although we are nmot fans of every single track he has created, we do applaud his courage as an artist - consistently treading the off-the-wall limbs that no one else will venture to.

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K. Gates: The Shäįkdown [LP]

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Jill Scott f. Paul Wall: So Gone (What My Mind Says) [Video]



Jill Scott calls on the People's Champ for her latest video from The Light of the Sun, out now.

Common: Blue Sky [Video]



Although the full-length has been pushed back just a bit, Common pushes forward, releasing the official visual for the lead single, Blue Sky.

Friday, October 28, 2011

Flowback Fridays: Shabba Dabba Tweet Tweet Tweet... [Video]

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The Gap Band: Yearning For Your Love



Mia X: What'cha Wanna Do?

Therapy At 3 Sessions: First Contact [Video]

Mike Giant @ The Fast Life [Video]

The Black Keys: Lonely Boy [Video]



The band behind Blakroc 1 and the upcoming Blakroc 2 let loose of the lead single from their newest album, El Camino, arriving December 6th.

C-Plus: Stay Official (Part 1) [Video]



From C-Plus:

Here’s the 1st episode of my documentary series entitled 'Stay Official' presented by theofficialbrand.com and directed by Erick Lee. It’s a behind the scenes look at my overall grind and come up as a artist over the last year. A new episode of 'Stay Official' will be dropping every month leading up to the release of my sophomore album, 'L.O.C.A.L.', in February. Also, look out for the new mixtape 'Viernes Negro 2' dropping November 25th.

Mac Miller: Party On 5th Ave [Video]



Mac takes a tip from the Beastie Boys for the latest visual from Blue Slide Park, out November 8th.

Jet Life: The Album (Trailer) [Video]

Immortal Technique: The Martyr [Album]

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Immortal Technique has enlisted the assistance of every socio-political figure worth their salt to be featured on his newest album, The Martyr. The supporting tour begins tomorrow in Philly and closes December 1st in Portland.

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Mike Baker The Bike Maker: Mike Plays It Cool [Album]

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Backed by production from fellow Honor Roll Crew members Trackademics and 1-O.A.K., Mike Baker The Bike Maker (clearly one of the dopest names ever) spits soulful over ambient-electro waves. The debut also includes the standout track Legs. Word to EDUB for hipping us to one of Frisco's finest.

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Jean Grae: Inside The Mind of a Jeanius (Parts 1 & 2) [Video]



Jean Grae sits down with The Well Versed to touch on some of the tougher topics covered on Cake Or Death, her non-traditional approach to live shows, and her not-so-subtle humor (Scrabble, beeeotch!!!). Part one above, part deux below:

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Evidence @ Knocksteady [Video]



Be sure to download the Evidence podcast.

THURZ: Ni**as [Video]

The (R)Evolution of Immortal Technique [Video]



In addition to his upcoming album and busy tour schedule, Immortal Technique somehow found the time to film a documentary, which debuted at the Harlem Film Festival back in September. The film aims to highlight his work on and off the stage, focusing attention on his activist work and detailing how vital of a role that plays in his music.

Miss Special Interviews Bambu [Audio]



Miss Special talks one-to-one with Bambu about his Troy Davis tribute track (which will also be featured in an upcoming CFUNK series), drawing parallels to other socio-political scenarios that have directly affected the culture, and the ridiculousness of what we refer to as "nouveau riche rap".

Montreality Interviews Method Man [Video]

Tabi Bonney f. Nicole Wray: Feeling More [Video]



Tabi enlists Ms. Make It Hot for the latest visual from The Summer Years, out now.

Nas & Rick Ross: It's A Tower Heist [Video]

Black Milk & Danny Brown: Black & Brown EP (Sampler) [Audio]



Been nice with the mic since spilling rice on my high chair...

Big Sean: Famous Originals [Mixtape]

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Big Sean teams with DJ Mo Beatz and Adidas to remix Finally Famous, featuring production from Bei Maejor and a slew of others. You can download the entire mix, as well as view the trailer, below:

DOWNLOAD Famous Originals


Drewtradition: Carry On Tradition [Album]

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Producer Drewtradition has assembled an all-star lineup of lyricists for his debut album, Carry On Tradition, including Freddie Gibbs, B-Real, Davinci, and many more. If this project is any indication of what else he has up his sleeve, we are in store for a lot more.

DOWNLOAD Carry On Tradition

Sir Michael Talks Signing With Spitta [Video]

Bun B & 14KT (In-Studio) [Video]



Bun B and Red Bull Big Tune 2010 Winner 14KT are recording The Life, a single that will undoubtedly be gold standard.

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Freeway: The Intermission [Mixtape]

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The Philly Freezer is back with 17 cold tracks, with appearances from Wale and Freddie Gibbs, plus production from Jake Uno. Still, we have to know one thing: why did they make dude look like the dough boy on the cover? All that belly was unnecessary. #justsayin

DOWNLOAD The Intermission

The Beats of DubFX [Video]



DubFX takes viewers on a ride through Germany in his van, describing his process of making music, making in into the industry, and making it big (just not in Australia).

#Occupy #Skate Philadelphia [Video]

K. Gates f. Iris P: Phall of the Pharoahs [Video]



In an effort to shine the light on worldwide oppression of Muslims, K. Gates strays from the Rat Pack and teams with Prospek for a track to help contribute to the greater good. Please download the single on iTunes, all proceeds go to charity.

Cappadonna: Pull Your Life Together [Video]



At this time we are unsure whether this track will be part of Cap's next full-length project or, as rumored, a solo mixtape. Keep an eye peeled...

Idle Warship @ Public Assembly [Video]



Footage of two-thirds of Idle Warship performing God Bless My Soul as part of CMJ in Brooklyn.

Sintex: Rebirth of Detroit (Inspired by J. Dilla) [Video]

Dr. Dre: Detox (In-Studio) [Video]



No offense to the staunchly faithful believers, but we'll still believe it when we see it...

Dom Kennedy: When I Come Around [Video]



Dodger Dom takes viewers on through a day in the life in the latest visual From The Westside, With Love 2.

DJ Soulscape: The Sound of Seoul [Mixtape]

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Back in 2005, Ian Condry wrote a book entitled Hip-Hop Japan, which detailed his introduction to the culture surrounding Japanese hip-hop. Given that we have never had the opportunity to visit the Far East, his words provided great insight into a scene parrallel to our own, but also unique in so many ways. The Sound of Seoul is reminiscent of the audio descriptions noted by Condry, and although some require a re-tuning of the ear, they are advanced enough to draw any true head in to listen closer. Since this is the first DJ Soulscape project we have featured, hit us in the comments to let us know what you think.

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DJ Platurn: The Best of A Tribe Called Quest (Volume 1) [Mixtape]

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Although it has been one amazing year for ATCQ mixes, Platurn's stands out among the crowd because it helps give a little back. The mix can be purchased for $5.99 below, and a portion of the proceeds will go to danceoutdiabetes.org.

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Terrace Martin f. Snoop, DJ Quik & Kurupt: Bounce, Rock, Skate [Video]



Produced by DJ Skee. Directed by Matt Alonzo. Locke High 2, out today.

SIDENOTE: We prefer Chuuwee's Bounce, Rock, Roll, Skate. #justsayin

Monday, October 24, 2011

Tilt: Endless Obsession [Video]

OnCue: The Geoffrey Chronicles (Episode 1) [Video]



Follow Cuey's travels while on the Pledge To Rage Tour.

No I.D.: D.I. On Classics '92 - '11 [Mixtape]

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From The Source:

In commemoration of No. I.D.'s new post as Def Jam's VP of A & R and the success of Big Sean's debut LP 'Finally Famous: The Album', Al Lindstrom and The Lost Tapes put together this collection of the producer's work over the years.

DOWNLOAD D.I. On Classics '92 - '11

Common: Let's Move [Video]



From the vaults of the underground comes a never before heard tale from Chicago's greatest street poet, Common. Common's graphic story comes to life with the assist from visual artist and producer dsteele.

Cocaine 80s: Ghost Lady [EP]

James Fauntleroy II, Kevin Randolph, and No I.D. team up once again for the follow-up to The Pursuit EP (released in June) for a second set of seven crafty tracks including the standout alongside longtime collaborator Common.

DOWNLOAD Ghost Lady EP

C. Ray Walz: Blvck Like Burt Reynolds [Video]

C. Ray gets his Whisker Wars on in the visual for the 9th Wonder-produced Blvck Like Burt Reynolds, which can be found on All Black Everything: The Prelude.

Kendrick Lamar @ The New Parish (Parts 1-3) [Video]

Hol' Up



Fuck Your Ethnicity



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Moe Green @ The New Parish [Video]



We can understand hangups and show delays, but honestly, SIX OPENERS?! Good thing Moe Green was one of them. The New Parish should have sacked at least four of the other opening acts and let him perform Lionheart front to back.

Curren$y: Music To Ride To (In-Studio) [Video]

The Smokers Club Tour 2: Vermont [Video]

The Smokers Club Tour 2: New Jersey & Rhode Island [Video]



Friday, October 21, 2011

Flowback Fridays: Simon Says Hiiipower... [Video]

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Pharoahe Monch: Simon Says



Kendrick Lamar: Hiiipower



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?uestlove Talks Undun [Video]

UK BET Hip-Hop Awards Cypher [Video]



A3C: Underdogs [Video]

Ghostface @ Supreme [Video]

Styles P f. Rick Ross & Busta Rhymes: Harsh [Video]



Master of Ceremonies, out now.

Blu Reflects On Below The Heavens [Video]

King Boom: The Tyrant & In My Mind [Singles]

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While King Boom readies the release of his first full-length LP, Da Kings Quarters, he holds fans over with two free downloads, one of which features production form LoopWhole Beats.

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DOWNLOAD In My Mind

Soundcheck: Wiz Khalifa [Video]

Bobo Meets Rhettmatic: The Cypress Junkies (Mini Breaks) [Mixtape]

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Last week we highlighted The Cypress Junkies (Funk Mix), the first of two mixes offered by Eric Bobo (Cypress Hill) and DJ Rhettmatic (Beat Junkies) as a prelude to their upcoming Cypress Junkies EP, due 11/3. As promised, the duo unleashed their Mini Break Set as well, available for five fingers below:

DOWNLOAD The Cypress Junkies (Mini Breaks)

Drake: Take Care (Trailer) [Video]

Stalley f. Rick Ross: Lincoln Way Nights (Shop Remix) [Video]

Thursday, October 20, 2011

Wiz Khalifa, Curren$y & Big Sean: Custom Chemistry [Mixtape]

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DOWNLOAD Custom Chemistry

Has-Lo: The Side Projects [Mixtape]

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The good folks at Real HipHopHead have put together a collection of Has-Lo tracks, including several from his solo projects and also a few that he has produced for fellow MMG artist Apollo Brown and others. Keep an eye out for the redux of In Case I Don't Make It, coming sooner than later.

DOWNLOAD The Side Projects

Coldplay: Paradise [Video]



Taken from the new album, Mylo Xyloto, out 10/24, but available for pre-order now from iTunes.

REi: Street Runner [Video]



REi gives the SMKA-produced track from his Regeneration Project the visual treatment.

Everlast: I Get By [Video]



Everlast takes matters into his own hands, getting his hack on with Trustocorp in the premier video from his latest album, Songs Of The Ungrateful Living, out now.

Jahiri: Occupy (We The 99) [Video]

Jesse Boykins III: I Can't Stay [Video]



Jesse lets loose of the latest video from his Way Of A Wayfarer EP.

3 Little Digs: Jamla & J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League (In-Studio) [Video]

Wiz Khalifa, Curren$y & Mac Miller: First Class Cabin 2 [Mixtape]

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Sour Milk (LA Leakers): The Native Tongues Mix (Parts 1 & 2) [Mixtape]

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Given all of the ATCQ-inspired projects that have surfaced this year, Sour Milk (LA Leakers) was smart in waiting for the doc's DVD release to offer up his own version. Comprised of classic cuts that the group crafted for themselves and also several created for others, this 2-part mix leaves no Tribe track unturned and is a compliment to any true fans collection.

DOWNLOAD The Native Tongues Mix (Part 1)


DOWNLOAD The Native Tongues Mix (Part 2)

The Smokers Club Tour 2: New York [Video]



The Smokers Club Tour 2: Philadelphia [Video]



DJ Premier: Vinyl Vs. Serato [Video]



Premo sets the record straight on his standards for the true DJ.

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

OkayPlayerTV: Wu-Tang @ 5 of 5 Series [Video]

Wale f. Kid Cudi: Focused [Video]

J.A.E.: XO [Single]

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In preparation for his newest LP, Just My Time (out 11/15), J.A.E. leaks the sleek and smooth XO, along with his official cover art. For more details, visit JAEofficial.com.

DOWNLOAD XO

Asher Roth & Chuck Inglish: In The Kitchen [Video]



Chuck and Ash make visiting kitches look like The Amazing Race in the first video from Pabst & Jazz, coming soon.

DJ Jazzy Jeff & Ayah: Forgive Me Love [Video]



JJ and Ayah offer one for the lovers (and for the home team) with the first video from Back For More.

MacNiffy f. Jeaux: New Testament [Video]



Element Movement representative MacNiffy teams with Blak-Out Entertainment's Jeaux for the heavy-hitting New Testament, filmed by Define Definition Studios.

Terrace Martin: Locke High 2 Intro [Video]



Locke High 2 drops next Tuesday.

Locksmith: Devil's Lasso [Video]



After shooting several videos for his I Am Lock mixtape, Locksmith readies his visual assault for Embedded, his full-length, Ski Beatz-produced album arriving on November 15th. Richmond stand up.

Life+Times: Queens Get The Money [Video]




Life+Times follows BMX rider Nigel Sylvester through the streets that raised him.

¡MAYDAY!: Studio Sessions (Episode 1) [Video]

Kooley High f. King Mez: Skyview [Video]



Kooley High and King Mez head to some of the highest heights in the city to film Skyview, which will be included in the tracklisting for Kooley High presents David Williams, out December 6th.

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Phil Ade: Deadlines [Video]



Phil forsakes Drake, blazing the Headlines beat to meet his Deadlines.

Def Sound: oooooh!thee.bitchtape [Mixtape]

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After touring with J*DaVeY, Def Sound double-backs to drop oooooh!thee.bitchtape - twelve tracks of electro-hop along the lines of No York and The Piece Talks. Want more Def Sound? Visit his Bandcamp.

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The Kid Daytona: Fly Lullaby [Video]



KD applies the visual treatment to the 9th Wonder-produced Fly Lullaby. Be sure to scoop a copy of The Interlude if you have not done so already.

Freddie Gibbs @ A3C [Video]

DJ Spinna: The Recall [Mixtape]

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DJ Spinna has put together a collection of tracks that he has remixed over the years, flipping originals from Das EFX, De La Soul, Busta Rhymes, and many more. His catalog of work is unique, to say the least, and this mix is a nice addition to any true fan's stash.

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Fiend: Smokin' Champagne [Mixtape]

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Fiend teams with Don Cannon for his fifth mixtape of 2011, featuring the standout track Wish I Could Fly, alongside Big K.R.I.T. and Teedra Moses.

DOWNLOAD Smokin' Champagne

Method Man To Release Mixtape & LP [Video]

While working on his Crystal Mef LP, the Ticallion Stallion reveals that he plans to drop a mixtape entitled Cliff Notes as well. Until then, go inside the studio with Meth while 3783 Media Group film his recording process.

Monday, October 17, 2011

Smoke DZA: He Has Risen [Video]



Rolling Stoned, available online and in-stores now.

Kendrick Lamar @ Whiskey A Go Go [Video]



Footage of K. Dot performing The Spiteful Chant LIVE in Los Angeles.

Estelle: AOM (The Prequel) [Mixtape]

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Although another album has not arrived just yet, Estelle holds fans over with her Don Cannon-produced second mixtape, featuring Break My Heart (Parts 1 and 2).

DOWNLOAD AOM (The Prequel)

Invader [Video]

Mos Def & The Brooklyn Philharmonic: Troy Davis Tribute [Video]

David Banner @ Occupy Wall Street [Video]

Eligh & Amp Live: Tattoo Song [Video]

The first official visual from the forthcoming Therapy At 3, complete with a cameo from Rocky Rivera. E & A are making three exclusive tracks available for those who pre-order the album, and you can DL Tattoo Song below:

DOWNLOAD Tattoo Song

Mac Miller: I Love Life, Thank You [Mixtape]

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To celebrate Mac's million fan march to Twitter, he makes good on his promise and drops I Love Life, Thank You.

DOWNLOAD I Love Life, Thank You

Erykah Badu: Out Of My Mind, Just In Time (Part 2) [Video]

RGLND: Vision [Video]



RGLND will be opening for Kendrick Lamar this Friday, October 21st at The New Parrish in Oakland. If you have not done so already, purchase your tickets @RGLND.

Friday, October 14, 2011

Flowback Fridays: When Life Gives You Lemons, Add Honey & Make Love... [Video]

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Nancy Wilson: I'm In Love



Erykah Badu: Honey

Murs: 316 Ways [Video]



Rising to the top over all these bottomfeeders...

Thom Yorke: 30-Minute Mix [Video + DL]


Thom Yorke and the Radiohead remixers featured on TKOL RMX 1234567 celebrated the release of the project at the Boiler Room in London. Check out Yorke's DJ set above, and download the live edition below:

DOWNLOAD Thom Yorke's 30-Minute Mix

Kendrick Lamar: Rigamortis [Video]



Got me breathing with dragons, I'll crack the egg in your basket, you bastard...

Rapsody & Chuuwee @ A3C [Video]

Mac Lethal: Murray/Clinton 2012 [Video]

Bun B @ #OccupyHouston [Video]

LB.TV: Lyrics Born Talks To Adam Mansbach [Video]



Adam Mansbach, author of the funniest children's book that we have ever read (Go The Fuck To Sleep), sits down with Lyrics Born at JCCSF to talk parenting, music, culture and more.

Exile: 4TRK MIND (Commercial #2) [Video]



Less Tweets, More Beats?

Jon B Talks Comfortable Swag [Video]



As Jon B readies the release of his seventh studio album, he takes a minute to talk about his love of 80s music, his love for the ladies, and defines his Comfortable Swag.

Kendrick Lamar On Section 80 & The Art of Storytelling [Video]

The Smokers Club Tour 2: Connecticut [Video]



M-E-T-H-O-D Maaaaaaan... Word to GFUNK on this one.

Outasight: Get It Together [Mixtape]

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Outasight enlists the help of DJ Benzi for his latest mixtape, Get It Together, featuring 17-tracks of old and new material. Also, be sure to catch him on tour with Gym Class Heroes and Dirty Heads.

DOWNLOAD Get It Together

Bobo Meets Rhettmatic: The Cypress Junkies (Funk Mix) [Mixtape]

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Eric Bobo (Cypress Hill) and DJ Rhettmatic (Beat Junkies) linked up back in 2009 to form Bobo Meets Rhettmatic, comprised of DJs and percussionists aiming to create funky live mixes based on old and new tunes. This is the precursor to the three-part mixtape series (plus one mini-EP) of the same name, slated for November 3rd.

DOWNLOAD The Cypress Junkies Mixtape

Guaranteed Fresh: Mannie Fresh, Mystikal & Juvenile (In-Studio) [Video]



If you ain't knowin', then you ain't blowin'...

The Knux: Razorblade [Video]



The brothers Knux craft a gritty visual to accompany their latest single from Eraser, out now.

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

McKenzie Eddy f. Kat: One Way [Video]



One Way can be found on McKenzie Eddy's Greatest Hits. If you have not done so already, be sure to scoop a copy of her latest project, Young Platinum. McKenzie, along with Ski Beatz, Murs, Tabi Bonney, Da$h, and Sean O'Connell on the Hip-Hop & Love Tour, underway now.

HotCarsTV: Cruisin' The Coast (Part 1) [Video]

Revok, Rime, and Roids: Cross Country [Video]


Presented by The Seventh Letter.

Raekwon: Dart School [Video]



The Chef cooks up his latest video from Shaolin vs. Wu-Tang, complete with a cameo from his 9-year old son.

Dj Shadow: Border Crossing [Video]



Doubted by fans and critics alike, DJ Shadow returns from his semi-hiatus with an album that forces skeptics to question why they did so in the first place.

Liquen [Video]

Shaolin Jazz: The Gil-Scott Suite [EP]

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Similar to Shaolin Jazz (The 37th Chamber), although much more brief, DJ 2Tone Jones lends his production prowess to the work of Gil-Scott Heron, blending three tracks from the poet with Wu-Tang.

DOWNLOAD The Gil-Scott EP

Nas: Nasty [Video]



Nas. Nastradamus. Nasdaq Jones. Nasty Nas.

Ultra Beast (Señor Kaos & 4-IZE): Hard To Quit The Rhyme [Video]



Sharp-spitters Señor Kaos and 4-IZE are Ultra Beast, teaming up for a Floyd Da Locsmif-produced ode to their art.

BUY Hard To Quit The Rhyme

Da$h: High Score [Video]



High Score is slated to be on 24 Hour Karate School (Part 2), but can also be found on the Hip Hop & Love Tour Mixtape.

Ski Beatz f. Stalley: Larry Bird [Video]



That guitar loop is something serious...

Gensu Dean: American Me Remix EP [EP]

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The latest signee to Mello Music Group is Dallas producer Gensu Dean, whose credits include Brand Nubian member Lord Jamar's The 5% Album and Sadat X's Black October, to name two. His label debut is scheduled to be released in February 2012, prefaced by a collectors edition 7" vinyl with Large Professor that will arrive in January 2012. Until then, be sure to scoop a copy of his latest remix project below:

DOWNLOAD American Me Remix EP

Blu: The Norman Rockwell Beat Tape [Beat Tape]

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If u listen tonite, listen from 'end to beginning'...

DOWNLOAD The Norman Rockwell Beat Tape

Dee-1: Uncle Tom [Video]



Dee-1 lets loose of his latest audio-visual from I Hope They Hear Me (Volume 2), and in good time. Herman Cain, anyone?

Immortal Technique @ Occupy Wall Street [Video]

Stalley: Born To Win [Video]

Oddisee @ London Calling [Video]



Oddisee's newest album, Rock Creek Park is available now on iTunes.

Monday, October 10, 2011

Craola @ Hope Gallery [Video]



Presented by The Beast Brothers

RE:Generation (Trailer) [Video]



RE:GENERATION is a feature length documentary that explores the history of music through the eyes of five modern DJ/Producers. The extremely talented DJs embark on a musical odyssey to create a cutting edge electronic track inspired by one of five traditional musical genres: Jazz, R&B, Country, Classical and Rock. In addition to Skrillex working with The Doors, the project, which is actually co-produced by the Grammys, brought in DJ Premier to produce a classical track with Nas and the Berklee School of Music Orchestra; Pretty Lights, who produced a country song with Leann Rimes and Ralph Stanley; the Crystal Method, who traveled to Detroit to record an R&B track with Martha Reeves; and Mark Ronson, who collaborated with Erykah Badu, members of the Dap Kings and Trombone Shorty for a jazz tune in New Orleans. The documentary will premiere in early 2012 and will most likely be a big part of the Grammys next year.

Chuuwee @ Sol Arts Collective [Video]



Footage of Chuuwee's headliner in Sacramento this past August (presented by TheMashUP916).

Big K.R.I.T. @ A3C Festival [Video]

OkayPlayerTV: Slick Rick @ 5 of 5 Series [Video]

Terrace Martin: Reality Check (African American National Anthem) [Video]

Ab: History [Video]



If you the history of NOLA, then you know how dope this track truly is. Word to Ab for the breakdown.

Sir Michael Rocks: I'm Doggin' [Video]



The slapper I'm Doggin', from Sir Michael's latest offering Premier Politics, gets the visual treatment.

J. Boogie: Disco Science [Mixtape]

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J. Boogie hit the road Friday to promote his new album, Undercover, but left listeners with one last treat before departure. Disco Science is an Om:Cast featuring work from the man himself and also several others, including Miguel Migs and Hot Toddy.

DOWNLOAD Disco Science

Jonathan Lowell: Soul Theory [Instrumenal Album]

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While prepping the next collaborative project with Chuuwee, Jonathan Lowell satiates fans with an instrumental LP that he describes as "thematically structured to set atmospheres & moods."

DOWNLOAD Soul Theory

The Bullitts: Supercool [Video]



From Jaymes Samuel:

That’s the anthem for the civilian. That’s the anthem for the podgy nerds who aren’t in the gym; we’re all cool, we’re all superheroes. When Spiderman takes off the mask, he’s Peter Parker.

Talib Kweli @ #OccupyWallStreet [Video]

Friday, October 7, 2011

Flowback Fridays: First, Second, Third... [Video]

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Rick Ross: Maybach Music



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Rick Ross: Maybach Music 2.5



Rick Ross: Maybach Music 3

Duke Westlake: Sanity Is Temporary [Video]

Wiz Khalifa: Day Today (Season 6), Final Episode [Video]

Smoke DZA f. Kendrick Lamar: Ball Game [Video]

Pac Div: The Series (Episode 3) [Video]

Chuuwee: Hella Trees [Video]



Produced by Jonathan Lowell.

9th Wonder: Make It Big [Video]



9th lets loose of the first official visuals from The Wonder Years, out now.

Snoop Dogg: Throw Your Dubs Up [Mixtape]

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Snoop teams with two of dubstep's top dogs, DJ Battlecat and Mistajam, to present a collection of something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue.

DOWNLOAD Throw Your Dubs Up

Gilbere Forte: Some Dreams Never Sleep [EP]

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A little less than three months after his collaborative EP with Sean Rose, Gilbere Forte is back with his second solo venture of the year, Some Dreams Never Sleep. Presented by the Hundreds, the project features Big K.R.I.T., Bun B, Jim Jones, Pusha T, Asher Roth, and The Kickdrums among others.

DOWNLOAD Some Dreams Never Sleep

Corner Boy P, Fiend & Street Wiz: Reservoir Dogs [Mixtape]

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Following six projects from Corner Boy P, four from Fiend, and one from Street Wiz, fans are blessed with all three pilots on one tape. Fly high...

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N.O.L. f. Crunchy Ron: Recognizer [Single]

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Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Crack & Shine: London [Video]



Want more? Be sure to view the clip from Amsterdam.

AraabMUZIK: Still D.R.E. (Remix) [Video]

Rocky Rivera f. DaVinci: SF City Retrospect [Video]



Bay Area beat blazers Rocky Rivera and DaVinci team up for an ode to the city that raised them. SF City Retrospect can be found on Rocky's latest mixtape, Pop Killer.

A-Plus: Can't Stop [Video]



For the second single from Pepper Spray, A-Plus crafts a set of sketches and applies kaleidoscopic effects reminiscent of the energy behind the original cuts.

Theophilus London: LVRS of GOD [Video]

Method Man: World Gone Sour [Video]



First they're sweet, then they're sour...

Michael "5000" Watts: Return Of 4Eva (Chopped & Screwed) [Mixtape]

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OG Ron C: Covert Coup (Chopped & Screwed) [Mixtape]

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REi: The Regeneration Project [Mixtape]

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NOLA native REi lets loose of his second project of the year, featuring the standout track Forever My Passion, viewable in video below. Also, do not miss REi performing at A3C this Saturday.

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Neako: The Number 23 [Mixtape]

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Neako pulls inspiration from the Jim Carrey film for his third mixtape of the year, complete with production from Flying Lotus and appearances from Wiz Khalifa, Juicy J and others.

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Has-Lo: Conversation B [Cover Art]

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Following the highly acclaimed In Case I Don't Make It, Has-Lo quickly double-backs to bring fans Conversation B, described by Mello Music Group as a "re-envisioning of ICIDMI" by other power producers including Apollo Brown, Exile, Oddisee and more. The project will be available on limited edition double vinyl, deluxe digipak cds, and digitally on November 15th, but for those eager ears the album is also available for pre-order on iTunes. Last, but not least, be sure to view the promo trailer for the album below:



Monday, October 3, 2011

Everett James: The Beatdown (Volume 3) - American Eats Its Young [Beat Tape]

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From Everett James:

With the abundance of news about the recession, health care, education, and housing I found myself overwhelmed with emotions. Its hard not be frustrated at our country while we watch our politicians make an ass of themselves at the expense of our community. America’s youth have been suffering the worst from failed policies and government. Now I don’t wanna get all political and beat you over the head with more rhetoric so I’m releasing this mixtape in protest. AMERICA EATS ITS YOUNG!!!


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Charlie Smarts: Test Of Time [Video]

Wiz Khalifa @ Sound Academy [Video]

Chevy Woods: Chi-Town [Video]



Featured on Chevy's latest, The Cookout.

Black Milk & Danny Brown: Black & Brown [Cover Art]

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Black Milk and Danny Brown come together for Black & Brown, set to arrive November 1st.

Freddie Gibbs: Cold Day In Hell [Cover Art]

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Gangsta Gibbs gives LRG the go-ahead for the artwork to Cold Day In Hell, dropping on Halloween.

Sir Michael Rocks: Premier Politics [Mixtape]

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Fit with production from Chuck Inglish and Alchemist, Premier Politics is the second solo venture for Sir Michael this year.

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DJ Wonder: R.I.P. Sylvia Robinson [Mixtape]

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DJ Wonder pays tribute to the mother of hip-hop, Sylvia Robinson, with 13-tracks worth of original Sugar Hill material and ten flips, including two from EPMD and one from the < ahref="http://clusterfunkcollective.blogspot.com/2011/06/al-lindstrom-presents-violating-game.html">Jungle Brothers.

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Blu: The Greatest Guest Features Collection [Mixtape]

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From RHH:

Blu has established himself as one of Hip-Hop’s most promising young emcees. With six full-length albums, and countless other projects and mixtapes, Blu has been releasing quality music non-stop since he hit the scene in 2006 — whether on his own projects, or someone else’s. Every guest verse from Blu is a quality verse, often outstanding, and his catalog of features is far more vast than most Blu fans imagine. There are some true GEMS here, and some of my favorite tracks from Mr. Barnes. I’ve gathered all of his best features into a four-disc collection.

You’ll find collaborations with: J Dilla, The Roots, Exile, Co$$, Inspectah Deck, Phonte, Freddie Gibbs, Homeboy Sandman, MED, Flying Lotus, TiRon, Asher Roth, Sene, Fashawn, Miguel, Dela, Chief, Eligh, The Grouch, The Alchemist, Kid Cudi, Talib Kweli, Evidence, Theophilus London, Jesse Boykins III, Tanya Morgan, Joell Ortiz, Andy Allo, Diamond D, Jack Spade, Lupe Fiasco, Pac Div and more.


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