June 2009

Live Cover of Jay-Z’s D.O.A.

by Ben the Intern June 12, 2009 The Show

Here we have yet another interpretation of D.O.A. (Death of Autotune).  This is a cover by Dub B (Joe Budden’s producer) and his group JYG. They replayed DOA with all live instruments! Drew Hudson did the verses. Joint sounds crazy!

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Soulstice: Chi Worldwide Remix (feat Naledge & GLC)

by Ben the Intern June 12, 2009 Singles

Here is a brand new track from Soulstice off his upcoming album Beyond Borders.  Soulstice got a few fellow Chicago natives to help him out this time around.  He had this to say about the song,  “Chi Worldwide” is the starting point for “Beyond Borders,” just as Chicago was the starting point for my music career.  It’s [...]

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Finale: Paid Homage [J Dilla Tribute]

by Ben the Intern June 12, 2009 Singles

This bonus track off of Finale’s A Pipe Dream & A Promise is a haunting remembrance of his producer and friend, J Dilla. The beat stays true to the art that was Dilla’s production, featuring his trademark samples of jazzy rhythms, electric piano melodies, and a flowing backup vocal that give the beat its own human quality. Over this, [...]

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DJ Mensa Presents: The Foreign Exchange – Take It All With You

by Kevin June 12, 2009 Mixtapes

Spotted this over at the only place to hang for anything Justus League related, GetBackArmy.com. DJ Mensa put together a dope ass compilation in preparation for last Friday’s Foreign Exchange concert in Toronto. It’s a compilation of key cuts, rarities, and bangers from The Foreign Exchange, Nicolay solo production, Yahzarah, Darien Brockington, and Zo! & [...]

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Introducing… The Interns!

by Kevin June 12, 2009 Misc

I’d like to take a brief moment and welcome Ben and Justin to KevinNottingham.com as our summer interns. The other day I put up a help wanted ad and received a ton of response from people willing to help out. It was a tough choice, but I ultimately decided to take on two helpers. Please [...]

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The Roots Return Cover the Classics with Mos Def and Skillz

by Justin June 12, 2009 Music

The Legendary Roots Crew brought back their “Cover the Classics” set with the help of Mos Def and Skillz at their latest Jam Session. Shout out to oghiphop.com for the video. Check out the link after the jump for their write up on the concert and more videos from the night.

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Eternia & MoSS: Road to Release Day Ep. 1

by Justin June 12, 2009 Around The Net
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bAbgY8lmXk Episode one of Eternia’s Road to Release Day blog called “Wrestlemania in Queens.” Eternia will be releasing video and audio leaks over the next 6 months in preparation of Eternia & MoSS’s debut album “At Last.”

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Tudakay: All I Know Remix [prod. Phil Dangerous]

by Justin June 12, 2009 Singles

Tudakay sent over a dope remix of his ode to hip hop All I Know. Listen up cause this is one all hip hop heads can relate to.

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Nobody Famous: Order Up! Vol 3 Artwork + Tracklist + Official Release Date

by Kevin June 12, 2009 Coming Soon

HiPNOTT Records‘ first official release now has an official release date! Order Up! Volume 3: Chicken & Waffles was just sent to distro this week and we are expecting a release date of July 28th. The ten song album, produced and performed by Nobody Famous has features from Wax, Dasha, Jarell Perry, Justin Figueroa, Chris [...]

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Introducing… Muggsy Malone

by Thomas June 12, 2009 Get To Know

Martin Jackson aka Muggsy Malone is from the talent rich DMV (D.C./Maryland/No. Virginia area) and has a story to tell.  Without a mixtape flooding the market or a strong internet buzz the D.C. native was able to secure his deal with Warpath Records after a label executive heard his music on his MySpace page. Muggsy’s [...]

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Brown Bag AllStars: All I Do

by Ben the Intern June 12, 2009 Singles

This is the first track from Brown Bag Season to feature all four emcee’s from the group; Brown Bag AllStars.  Up-and-coming producer/Brown Bag secret weapon; ”marink” from Nature Sounds Records lends a hand with the production.

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DJ Critical Hype: D.O.A. Remixes Galore!

by Ben the Intern June 12, 2009 Singles

There has been a ton of hype surrounding Jay-Z‘s upcoming album The Blueprint 3.  The first street single has definitely built the hype even more; it seems like everyone has been trying to get on the track: “D.O.A. (Death of Autotune)“.  Here we have 5 remixes brought to us by DJ Critical Hype featuring many talented emcees, [...]

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1134 Mix Show: Episode 20

by Justin June 12, 2009 Mixtapes

E.R.O.C. presents episode 20 of the 1134 mixshow. A must listen full of gems from the likes of Ghostface, Raekwon, Mos Def, Marco Polo & Torae, Random Axe and Eminem. Check out the tracklist after the jump.

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ArtOfficial: Live @ The Cove

by Justin June 12, 2009 The Show

Some concert footage of Miami’s ArtOfficial performing at The Cove.  Check out the band rocking the stage with their unique style of hip hop.

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Will Roush: 21st Birthday [prod. Young Lord]

by Justin June 12, 2009 Singles

The final leak from Will Roush’s upcoming mixtape Know My Name Vol. 1 hosted by DJ Skee and DJ Whoo Kid.  Will tells the story of his wild experience on his 21st birthday over the production of Young Lord, one of Diddy’s Hitmen.

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Keelay & Zaire: Slick Talk (feat. Nightclubber Lang)

by Ben the Intern June 12, 2009 Music Videos

This video for the track“Slick Talk” off Keelay & Zaire’s Prelude To Drive features cameos from Kee & Zee in the flesh, but the star of the picture is industry veteran known to some asNightclubber Lang of The Boom Bap Project, and known to others as Karim Panni, founder of MYX Music Label. The video showcases the three [...]

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Mos Def: Say You Will (The Blue Note, NYC 1-25-09)

by J. Rizzle June 12, 2009 Around The Net

At the top of the year Mos performed six shows at the The Blue Note Jazz Club in NY backed by the RCDC Experiment.  During this particular show Mos covers Kanye’s “Say You Will” from 808′s & Heartbreak and kills it. This track has been floating around the net since April, but we thought we [...]

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DJ K-Swyft: Blend Madness Pt. 19

by Ben the Intern June 12, 2009 Mixtapes

DJ K-Swyft brings a new mixtape of blends to groove to.  Reggae vocals and hip hop beats are blended together to create Volume 19  of Blend Madness, and whether you have 1-18 or not, make sure to check out the newest installment!

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Wale: Chillin (Skratch Bastid Remix)

by Justin June 11, 2009 Singles

Brand new remix of Wale‘s “Chillin” by Skratch Bastid from his new ’110%’ mix which drops June 12.

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Free Foreign Exchange Show This Sunday in Hollywood!

by Kevin June 11, 2009 The Show

Nicolay, Phonte and the gang (known as The Foreign Exchange) are giving a free show this Sunday in Hollywood. Everything you need to know is in the above flyer. Check out Amoeba.com for additional details.

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