June 2009

Rapper Big Pooh: Rear View Mirror [Music Video]

by Thomas June 30, 2009 Music Videos

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Big Pooh releases the third video ["The Comeback" and "Nothing Less"] from his The Delightful Bars album [read review]. Track produced by 9th Wonder.

Naledge: Focus

by Justin June 30, 2009 Music Videos

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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaUBgJf5EYA The music video for Naledge’s “Focus” off his new retail mixtape “Chicago Picasso” which is in stores now. The Kidz in Hall emcee has Bun B, Jay Electronica, Rhymefest and more join him on his new tape which you can cop here.

J The S: The Painted Man

by Justin June 30, 2009 Singles

J The S comes through with an other leak off the success of his collaboration with Jadakiss called “The Painted Man.” Be on the lookout for another record from J The S dropping next week.

The Kid Daytona: Come Fly With Me

by Justin June 30, 2009 Hot Download

The Kid Daytona releases his new album “Come Fly With Me” to you for free! Feautring the legendary UGK emcee Bun B along with some impressive new comers like Mickey Factz & Amanda Diva, this is definitely a must download. Production comes from Double O (of Kidz in the Hall), 6th Sense & Cook Classics [...]

Royce Da 5’9″: Gun Harmonizing

by Justin June 30, 2009 Singles

Here we have the first leak from Royce Da 5’9′s upcoming EP “The Revival.” The EP will serve as a prelude to Royce’s highly anticipated “Street Hop” LP and will begin a series of solo EP releases from the other members of Slaugterhouse.

Blaq Poet: Stretch Mark & Cigarette Burns

by Justin June 30, 2009 Singles

One final leak from Blaq Poet featuring Panchi of NYG’z and Imani Montana called “Stretch Marks & Cigarette Burns.” Poet’s new album “Tha Blaqprint” is in stores today so make sure to pick it up.

Highlights From One Stop Shop Producer’s Conference ’09

by Ben the Intern June 30, 2009 Around The Net

Official promo video for the annual Hip Hop conference in Phoenix, AZ. Words with Sway, Statik Selektah, RZA, Q-Tip, Hi-Tek, and many more. Cool vid prepping you for this year’s conference.

Phonte’s Tribute to MJ: My Hero Ain’t Molest Them Bitch Ass Kids

by Justin June 30, 2009 Singles

Instead of doing a musical tribute like most artists are doing right now, Phonte decided to write a defense of his hero Michael Jackson against all the accusations that have been made against him. Check out what Phonte had to say and let us know if you agree or disagree with him.

Introducing… The Black Sunn

by Kevin June 30, 2009 Artist Spotlight

About a month ago we highlighted a mixtape from Baltimore’s The Black Sunn and producer Mydus, Born Alone Die Alone [Download id not defined]. The joint was so hot, that we hit up the emcee to find out what he’s all about. Hit the jump to get to know The Black Sunn…

Tona & Lyve: Direct Deposit

by Addi "Mindbender" Stewart June 30, 2009 Music Reviews

Toronto has been patiently waiting to jump in the (cess?) pool of hip hop music since Maestro Fresh Wes set the standard of excellence in 1989, spilling his flexible flows all over the breakbeat bliss of “Let Your Backbone Slide.” Twenty years later, Canada STILL hasn’t exactly stamped themselves across the map of rap, not [...]

Ilyas of Tanya Morgan – Almighty pt.1 (Video)

by DJ Grain June 30, 2009 Around The Net

I am proud to present the video Almighty pt.1 from the main man Ilyas from Tanya Morgan’s album The Prelude. Be sure to be on the look out for Almighty pt.2 coming very soon, and a video for every track off The Prelude. Stay Tuned!!

ArtOfficial: Live from Tobacco Road

by Ben the Intern June 29, 2009 The Show

We got some new live footage of ArtOfficial live from Tobacco Road. First video below is titled “Architect” and will be from their upcoming album. And another video after the jump of “Word Bending” which has a real nice bass solo, both are great clips. And if you don’t have their Stranger EP already, make [...]

DJ Toolz: UndaGround O-Nine 3.1

by Ben the Intern June 29, 2009 Hot Download

Here we got a brand new mixtape from DJ Toolz to keep in rotation for a while. There is also word that DJ Toolz will be dropping a special edition of his mix series sometime in July so hurry up and get your listens of this in now. Hit the jump for the tracklist and [...]

A Closer Look at Keelay & Zaire

by Justin June 29, 2009 Around The Net

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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VTav_6eYRs A unique chance to get an inside look at the production duo Keelay & Zaire. Make sure you cop their debut album “Ridin High” which is in stores now! Also check out Judge Mental’s review of “Ridin High” here.

Danimal & L.A.K.I.M: Siamese Spins

by Justin June 29, 2009 Hot Download

Danimal & L.A.K.I.M. link up together again for another beat tape, “Siamese Spins.” Each producer takes turn flipping the same samples here and the end product is simply dope. If you missed their Christmas beat tape, you can download it here.

Shire’: Can’t Handle It (feat. Donny Goines)

by Justin June 29, 2009 Singles

SRC recording artist Shire’ enlists the help of Donny Goines for her song “Can’t Handle It.” Donny has been killing everything he jumps on lately and if you haven’t already, download his free album “The Breakfast Club” here.

K. Sparks: Bang Out (feat. Lee Kid)

by Justin June 29, 2009 Singles

Week 44 of K. Sparks’ Manic Monday series has arrived with a new track called “Bang Out.” Check out Sparks’ new cut featuring Lee Kid and produced by Mark Henry after the jump.

Introducing… Rasheed Chappell

by Thomas June 29, 2009 Artist Spotlight

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Rasheed Chappell is truly an exception to the current rule of click’s and cliche’s. Rasheed is an artist whose music is a sonic backdrop to life as he sees it, lives it and dreams it. Rasheed’s gift is only second to his tireless work ethic and his constant pursuit of elevation, to push himself and [...]

CunninLynguists: Strange Journey Vol. 1

by Judge Mental June 29, 2009 Music Reviews

Editor’s note: Thanks to Judge Mental from VinylMeltdown.com for stopping by and guest writing for the site! Kentucky’s finest come through with another stellar record with Strange Journey Vol. 1. This is their most guest heavy work, and it’s not even a full album. While most of the tracks are original, there are a couple of [...]

Jay-Z: D.O.A. [Video Premiere]

by Kevin June 29, 2009 Music Videos

Last night, Jay-Z‘s new video premiered after the BET Awards Show. OnSMASH got the jump on it and put it online. Check it out! Blueprint 3 in stores 9/11!

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