July 2009

JD Riggz: Masterpeice Theater

by Kevin July 3, 2009 Hot Download

JD Riggz linked up with DJ Ophax, Hevehitta & DJ Unexpected for the long-awaited Masterpiece Theater. This 18 track mixtape features production from The Baron Boys, Majik, Phoenix, I.N.F.O. & Nova and JD Riggz himself. Guest apperances by The HCM Gang, Phene, Dion Primo, Dramills & more.

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Black Milk Broadcast: Episode 1

by Kevin July 3, 2009 Around The Net

Busy as ever both recording and touring the globe, Black Milk decided to give his fans a window into the life of one of hip hop’s rising stars with a new series called “Black Milk Broadcast.” In the first episode, watch Black work at Studio 1 alongside Alchemist, Guilty Simpson, and others, followed by a [...]

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Tokyo Cigar: It’s Over [prod by G.C.]

by Kevin July 3, 2009 Singles

Fellow Nottinghammer, Tokyo Cigar, goes in over some heat from G.C. (yes, Tokyo raps too). Tokyo’s production and rapping style for me has always been one you either love or hate… so you tell me, which is it for you? The two are putting the finishing touches on an EP which we’ll be putting out [...]

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Ciara: Fantasy Ride

by Addi "Mindbender" Stewart July 3, 2009 Music Reviews

Remember when De La Soul and Tribe Called Quest used to dis the shit outta R&B? Not on some childish hater shit, just on some self-pride b-boy shit? Those were the days. The vibes and stuff of modern music was much more raw and uncut. Today, it’s all one crazy ass unbelievable blur. Not three [...]

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DJ Ayres: Michael Jackson Mix 2008

by J. Rizzle July 2, 2009 Mixtapes

Last week we lost the greatest entertainer ever, Michael Jackson. Everyone that has come through this site has danced to and sang a MJ song. I remember wanting that Beat It jacket, but moms couldn’t afford it…so she got me that knock off joint (the pleather one)!! I know we’re late with Throwback Thursday and [...]

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S1: Still Underrated Mixtape, Volume 1

by Kevin July 2, 2009 Hot Download

Spotted this over at one of my favorite spots, GetBackArmy.com. I’m not sure why S1 is still slept on and once you listen to this tape, you’ll be wondering why too.  S1 aka Symbolyc One is the producer of the highly acclaimed group Strange Fruit Project. His style and production range stretches beyond all genres [...]

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Drake: Best I Ever Had

by Ben the Intern July 2, 2009 Music Videos

Drake‘s debut album, Thank Me Later will be in stores soon.  No current release date is set, but the rumor is fourth quarter.  This video is directed by Kanye West, which I am not sure is obvious or not.  My favorite part is that Drake said the message is that win or lose, you can still be someone’s best!  [...]

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Monsters Ink: Epic [prod by Mike Beatz]

by Ben the Intern July 2, 2009 Singles

Monsters Ink consists of Dynas, Lex One, Mike Beatz and Streets Buchanan. The track “Epic” is produced by Mike Beatz and features the entire group lyrically. This song is featured on the upcoming mixtape “Ink Made Me A Monster” which is mixed by Mick Boogie and Terry Urban. “Ink Made Me A Monster” is presented by Akademiks, [...]

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Thad Reid: Life Soldiers (feat K-Beta & Flip)

by Ben the Intern July 2, 2009 Singles

We got a new leak from Thad Reid’s Paid Time Off series. The Paid Time Off series, is Thad’s summer work which will feature the release of 5 singles between June and Aug. 2009 leading up to his EP. The EP will have the 5 songs as well as 3 new unreleased songs so keep [...]

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In-Depth with Foreign Exchange Pt. 4

by Sean Deez July 2, 2009 Exclusive
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Once again, we are back with yet another one. With this heat rock, we dig in with one of KevinNottingham.com’s most popular posts, Phonte’s Top 15 Rap Performances [read here]. We get to dig in on my Phonte overdose for a bit and get to talk to P and Nic about what their favourite Phonte [...]

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Dub MD & Illmind: Blaps, Rhymes & Life Vol. 3

by Justin July 2, 2009 Hot Download
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Illmind drops the third volume of his “Blaps, Rhymes & Life” series. Featuring some legendary emcees including K-Rino, Scarface, Masta Ace, Edo G, Common and more, this is a MUST download as always. Tracklist and link after the jump.

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Tanya Morgan: So Damn Down [Keelay & Zaire Remix]

by Justin July 2, 2009 Singles

Keelay & Zaire put their spin on one of my favorite tracks, Tanya Morgan’s “So Damn Down” from their new album “Brooklynati.” Make sure you check out Arasia’s review of “Brooklynati” here.

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P.A: The Cook Up (feat. Aime Cain)

by Justin July 2, 2009 Singles

Toronto emcee P.A. comes through with new track “The Cook Up” produced by DJ Mitsu and featuring Aime Cain. Download link after the jump.

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The Physics: High Society EP

by Justin July 2, 2009 Hot Download
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Tunji sent over a very dope EP from Seattle group The Physics called “High Society.” Here’s what he had to say about the project: “Two years after the release of their critically lauded full length debut, Future Talk, Seattle-based hip hop group The Physics are back with June 2009′s release of High Society, an eight [...]

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Nobody Famous Album Release Party Recap

by Kevin July 2, 2009 Around The Net

As most of you know, I was recently out in L.A. for the release party for Nobody Famous’ Order Up! Vol 3: Chicken & Waffles, the first album released on my new label HiPNOTT Records. I’m still in the process of editing the loads of video footage that I got while there, but the good [...]

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Introducing… J. Blitz

by Justin July 2, 2009 Artist Spotlight
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J. Blitz is one of the best kept secrets in the the New Orleans underground scene. While most outside the state associate the city with former powerhouse labels like Cash Money and No Limit, the city has a new hip hop scene with artists breaking the stigma of the typical New Orleans sound. J. Blitz [...]

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KevinNottingham.com On The Radio!

by Sean Deez July 2, 2009 Around The Net

So on June 22nd, I hit up the Real Frequency show. They have been number one in the 11PM to 1AM time slot for a long while now and is most definitely Toronto’s premier hip hop radio show (along with OTA Live, of course). With a combination of me asking to be on the show [...]

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Freeway: Philadelphia Freeway 2

by eA July 2, 2009 Music Reviews

Straight out of left field, Freeway stunned us all with the announcement of a third album to be released in early 2009. He simultaneously captured our attention with The Month of Madness, a vigorous release of 32 consecutive songs. Free’s ambitious December 2008 project [of course we followed it, check it out here: Month of [...]

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19 Naughty III: Original Samples

by Thomas July 2, 2009 Diggin' In Da Crates

Props goes to Onez for this set.  “Hip Hop Hooray” was the huge single from 19 Naughty III helping the album reach platinum status along with critical acclaim. Early 90′s hip hop album…so you know what your getting sample wise.  Info and link after the cut.

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D.Black: Keep on Coming (feat Vitamin D)

by Ben the Intern July 1, 2009 Singles

We have the first single from D.Black, signed to Myx Music Label (Keeley & Zaire).  His album “Ali Yah” will be out in September via Myx Music Label/Sportn’ Life Records.  Entirely produced by Jake One and Vitamin D, this is the first joint off the album to come out.

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