July 2009

DJ J-Ronin & DJ Snips with DJ Nino Carta: ALL ELEMENTS Freestyle Files Vol.1

by Justin July 23, 2009 Hot Download

J-Ronin has put together this new mixtape “All Elements” of some various freestyles emcees have done for him over the years. This mixtape features an all-star lineup including Hell Razah, Killah Priest, Donny Goines, Planet Asia, Royce da 5’9, AZ & more. Tracklist and link after the jump. Shout outs to Hell Razah for the link.

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1134 Mix Show Ep 24

by Justin July 23, 2009 Around The Net

EROC sent over episode 24 of the 1134 Mix Show. Another jampacked show right here featuring Skyzoo, Evidence, Royce da 5’9, Kool G Rap & more, this is a must download. Tracklist & link after the jump.

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Kid Cudi: RiCUDIculous [The Freestyle Mixtape]

by Justin July 23, 2009 Hot Download

“RiCUDIculous” is a new mixtape put together by Fred Hart. This is a collection of freestyles from Kid Cudi. Tracklist and download link after the jump.

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Blaq Poet: Interview Pt. 1 (At Harper’s Ferry – Allston, MA – 7/9/09)

by Justin July 23, 2009 Around The Net
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rKzTGxsWS4 Van Stylez from UGHH sent over an interview they did with Screwball member Blaq Poet. Here’s a summary of the project: “Signed to DJ Premier’s “Year Round Records,” Queensbridge rapper Blaq Poet discusses working with Premier on their joint album “Tha Blaqprint.” Notorious for spending more time in the streets than in the studio, Poet [...]

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Termanology: Nobody’s Smilin [prod by Statik Selektah] + New Album Info

by Kevin July 22, 2009 Coming Soon

Less than a year after the release his official debut, Politics As Usual, Termanology returns with Time Machine (Hood Politics VI), on September 22 through his own ST. Records. It’s been a busy year for Termanology. Since the September 2008 release of his well-received debut, which featured production by DJ Premier, Hi-Tek and Pete Rock, [...]

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Site Spotlight: MyCypher.com

by Kevin July 22, 2009 Around The Net

From time to time we like to recognize other sites that are doing big things for hip hop. Though we like to be your number one site, we know that there are others that are definitely worth your time to check. Right now I’d like you to focus your attention on our affiliate MyCypher.com. I [...]

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Nas + DJ Khalil in the Studio Recording “Colors”

by Kevin July 22, 2009 Around The Net
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New video of Nasir in the studio with DJ Khalil, featuring an unreleased song called “Colors,” recorded during the Untitled sessions. Read what Khalil has to say about this joint after the cut. Shout to Tunji!

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K. Sparks: Let Me Fly (ft Julius Francis) [prod by G.C.]

by Kevin July 22, 2009 Singles

Brand new track from K. Sparks featuring Julius Francis on the hook and our one and only G.C. on the beat. This beat is one of a new batch that G.C. has been shopping around. The homie Sparks got a hold of it and whipped this track together in no time.  K. Sparks says, “Let [...]

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DJ Jazzy Jeff: Peter Piper Routine @ The House of Blues

by J. Rizzle July 22, 2009 The Show
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This is why we do DJ Jazzy Jeff Wednesday and why he is the G.O.A.T…. sick!!!

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DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince: Live at Union Square

by J. Rizzle July 22, 2009 Mixtapes

This week’s Jazzy Jeff Wednesday is from when they appeared “Live at Union Square”…This is a mp3 from the Rap Attack show on WBLS back in the day with Mr. Magic (how many of y’all remember this show?). It’s a one track mp3 20 min. long, grab it after the cut!

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DJ K.O: That Knack (Rashid Hadee Remix ft Wordsworth, Stricklin & Torae)

by Kevin July 21, 2009 Singles

Brand new leak from DJ K.O.‘s upcoming remix album Picture These Remixes with Beat*Society/Soulspazm. Track is called “That Knack” (Rashid Hadee Remix) ft. Rashid Hadee, Wordsworth, Stricklin & Torae. Thanks K.O.!

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Bekay: The Alchemist Freestyles

by Kevin July 21, 2009 Singles

In round two of Bekay‘s road to Hunger Pains (dropping October 13th), Bekay drops a few freestyles over three Alchemist instrumentals courtesy of Chemical Warfare. The Alchemist is the man behind the boards on Bekay’s first single “I Am” (feat. DJ Revolution), which gets set to drop later this summer…stay tuned!!

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Loud.com + KevinNottingham.com Present: Lil Jon’s “I Do” Producer Remix Contest

by Kevin July 21, 2009 Contests

Last month, Loud.com did a remix contest for the emcees to spit over Lil Jon‘s latest joint “I Do.” Now Loud.com is teaming up with KevinNottingham.com to give the producers a shot at remixing this track! Check out the video above for the details from Lil Jon himself. Then register at Loud.com, download the “I [...]

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L.E.G.A.C.Y: Nice [Video]

by DJ Grain July 21, 2009 Coming Soon

This video is a throwback classic off the superb album Project Mayhem from L.E.G.A.C.Y of the Justus League. This is just a warm up…interview with L.E.G.A.C.Y coming soon.  Due to the graphic nature of the video parental discretion is advised.

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Dashah: Style Like Mine

by Justin July 21, 2009 Singles

Dashah sent over a brand new track “Style Like Mine” that he just finished during the recordings for his new album. If you’re not already up on the Ill Insanity (aka X-Ecutioners) affiliated emcee, make sure to check out his page  and cop his very dope album “Rap Burglar 2.5″ which has been getting great reviews since [...]

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Dub MD & Junclassic: Southside’s Savior

by Justin July 21, 2009 Hot Download

It has finally arrived, Junclassic‘s new mixtape Southside’s Savior presented by Dub MD. This 22-track mixtape serves as a perfect prelude to Junclassic’s upcoming album Imaginary Enemies which will be in stores September 28th. Tracklist & link after the jump.

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ILLITE: The Champion Mixtape

by Justin July 21, 2009 Mixtapes

Detroit emcee ILLITE drops his new mixtape “Champion” hosted by Nick Speed. If you aren’t familiar with ILLITE, he’s part of the Subterraneous family (Binary Star/One Be Lo) and has been putting it down for awhile now, so don’t sleep on him. Tracklist and link after the jump.

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Monsters Ink: Ink Made Me A Monster

by Justin July 21, 2009 Hot Download

We’ve been posting leaks for awhile now and the tape has finallly arrived! Here is Monsters Ink’s new project Ink Made Me A Monster. Tracklist & link after the jump. Here’s a little info about the project: “Monsters Ink, which consists of Dynas, Lex One, Mike Beatz, Numonics and Streets Buchanon, releases its awaited mixtape, [...]

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Shad: Warped Tour Footage [Freestyle + Quest For Glory]

by Justin July 21, 2009 The Show
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqgRlbWfoUA Watch this footage of Shad performing in front of his hometown crowd in Toronto during the Warped Tour. After the jump is more footage of the peformance from one of Canada’s best emcees.

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Thad Reid: Cruzin (feat Akshan)

by Justin July 21, 2009 Singles

Thad Reid presents the 3rd installment of his PTO Series, “Cruzin.” This track also features up & coming singer/songwriter Akshan.

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