August 2009

The Official Illmind Remix Album

by Justin August 11, 2009 Hot Download

Illmind’s official remix album has arrived, mixed by The Pharcyde’s DJ Icewater. Illmind gives his twist on tracks from the likes of The Roots, Masta Ace, Inspectah Deck, Jay-Z, Slum Village & O.C. Also included are 4 original tracks from his group Fortlive.

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DJ Concept & Shuko: Ecko Unlimited Edition Vol. 3

by Justin August 11, 2009 Hot Download

DJ Concept & Shuko put together the 3rd volume of the Ecko Unlimited Edition. This tape is hosted by the legendary Black Moon member Buckshot. This tape features the likes of Supastition, Kenn Starr, Skyzoo, Fashawn, Kev Brown & a track from Buckshot’s new project w/ KRS-One. Tracklist & link after the jump.

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Emcees & Producers to Watch: From the States to Overseas Pt. 1

by Justin August 11, 2009 Mixtapes

Nice compilation put together here called “Emcees & Producers to Watch” which features some talented up & comers from all over the world. Tracklist & link after the jump.

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Eyedea Talks to UGHH at Rock The Bells

by Justin August 11, 2009 Around The Net

UndergroundHipHop.com got the chance to talk to Eyedea at Rock The Bells for a unique discussion on a wide range of topics. Watch part 1 of the interview above and check out the rest of the interview after the jump.

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Mos Def + Talib Kweli: Black Star [Instrumentals]

by J. Rizzle August 11, 2009 Instrumentals

Here’s the 2nd instrumental post for the day… some more DJ Hi-Tek ish on display.  Do you remember when you first heard this? Don’t you love Tuesdays, how it’s done Nottingham style? lol Thanx to Allbeatz for the hookup.

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Reflection Eternal: Train of Thought [Instrumentals]

by J. Rizzle August 11, 2009 Instrumentals

Whut up world, it’s Instrumental Tuesday and we thought we’d hit that azz up wit’ a classic instrumental joint from Reflection Eternal. But first let me ask this question… if you put the influence of DJ Premier and add it with the influence of DJ Pete Rock….who do you get? I think the answer is [...]

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Slaughterhouse: Slaughterhouse Sample Edition

by Thomas August 11, 2009 Diggin' In Da Crates
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FRSH AIRE SEKOU dropped a comment asking for a zip file of our Slaughterhouse Sample of the Day post about a month ago.  Well, here you go!  This set includes the samples from that post, a few stray joints from our Slaughterhouse: The Prequel comp, and a Joell and Royce sample.  The Royce sample should [...]

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Halfway House: Original Samples

by Thomas August 11, 2009 Diggin' In Da Crates

Joe Budden’s Padded Room [read review] was suppose to drop on October 28, 2008, instead we got Halfway House [read review].  Halfway House was released digitally as a hold over until the official album (Padded Room) dropped.  I like this album sans a few tracks, but the best thing to come out of this album [...]

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Royce Da 5’9″ vs. Beanie Sigel

by Thomas August 11, 2009 Who Spit It Better?

From late 1998 to early 2000 Beans was that dude.  Every joint he touched was fire….”1000 Bars,” “Adrenaline,” “Reservoir Dogs,” etc.  His 2000 debut album The Truth [Download id not defined] was no exception with cuts like “The Truth,” “Raw & Uncut,” and “Die.” Right now who is hotter than Royce Da 5’9″ and his Slaughterhouse crew?  [...]

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Just Released Today [08/11]

by Kevin August 11, 2009 New Music Releases

Today I’m officially declaring Slaughterhouse day! One of my most anticipated albums finally comes out today and it is all that it’s cracked up to be. Hopefully one of our reviewers will do this album justice. This is definitely one you’ll want to cop today. A big surprise is the digital release of Slaughterhouse member [...]

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Rasheed Chappell: Money Is King (prod. by RSG)

by Thomas August 10, 2009 Music

Rasheed Chappell and his camp just sent us this track, “Money Is King” produced by RSG.  Another dope track from Sheed…hope y’all not missing out.

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Revival of The Inbox?

by Kevin August 10, 2009 The Inbox

The Inbox was a very popular series here on the site and I’ve been search for ways to bring it back. It’s been two months since our last inbox post, as time is just not something that I’m fortunate to have. I’m trying out a new service, courtesy of SoundCloud.com which will allow me to [...]

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Dub MD & Nametag: Classic Cadence Vol. 2

by Justin August 10, 2009 Hot Download

Detroit emcee Nametag just let dropped the second volume of “Classic Cadence” with the help of Dub MD. Nametag recruits the likes of his cousin Black Milk, Skyzoo & Quest M.C.O.D.Y. for this new tape as he prepares to release his upcoming album “The Name is Tag.” Tracklist and link after the jump.

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Murs + Slug + ? = Felt 3

by Kevin August 10, 2009 Coming Soon

Another hot album we missed on our list. Rhymesayers just confirmed the third project from Murs and Slug before the end of the year. Props to Justin for the find. One more person is said to be in the mix which they should be announcing soon and of course the album will be a Tribute [...]

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Wale: Attention Deficit Album Preview

by Kevin August 10, 2009 Coming Soon

A few of you mentioned in our Most Anticipated 4th Quarter Releases post that you were eagerly awaiting the debut album from DMV artist Wale. The album doesn’t come out until September 22nd, but executive producer Mark Ronson recently held a listening session and Rap-Up.com was there to give us their take on the album. [...]

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Sci Development: Black Hoodie Militia

by Justin August 10, 2009 Coming Soon

Sci Development is a 3 man crew out of San Diego who are dropping their new album “Gas for the Machine” tomorrow. Here’s the first single “Black Hoodie Militia.” The album boasts some impressive guests including Kool G Rap, Reef the Lost Cauze, Canibus, Phil Da Agony, Krondon & Doap Nixon. The album is largely [...]

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K. Sparks: Obsessed + Life’s Too Short

by Justin August 10, 2009 Singles

We have 2 new leaks from K. Sparks here. The first one is another edition of his Manic Mondays series called “Obsessed.” The second is a track that will be featured on Hannibal King’s upcoming EP. Check after the jump for the tracklist of the EP and the links to both songs.

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Quite Nyce: Breaking Point (A.I.P. Remix)

by Justin August 10, 2009 Singles

Here is another leak from Quite Nyce’s upcoming mixtape which drops August 18th. This remix of “Breaking  Point” also features Nyce’s rhyming partner in RADIx Seek and The Arsonists’ Q-Unique.

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E Reece: No Doubt (feat Sum Kid & Chris Clarke)

by Justin August 10, 2009 Singles

E Reece gets Sum Kid & Chris Clarke to hop on his track “No Doubt.” Kevin got the chance to meet E Reece at the Nobody Famous album release party not long ago and a full feature on him is on the way. You can also vote for Jansport’s Battle of the Bands 2009 here.

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Wiz Khalifa & Curren$y: How Fly [Mixtape]

by Justin August 10, 2009 Mixtapes

Up & comers Wiz Khalifa & Curren$y pair up for this new mixtape “How Fly.” Tracklist & download link after the jump.

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