December 2009

Hawdwerk & Jansport J: High Power Moves EPK

by Kevin December 3, 2009 Around The Net
http://vimeo.com/moogaloo

Anyone who wants to be taken seriously in this industry needs a video EPK (Electronic Press Kit). Normally these come out prior to the project being released, but trust me, I know how shit can get delayed. Better late than never though. The above EPK shows us an in depth look behind the scenes of [...]

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DJ Dub Floyd: Official Multiversal Mixtape

by Kevin December 3, 2009 Mixtapes

To celebrate the launch of MULTIVERSAL, a 4 day Art & Music Exhibit in Miami Beach, renowned DJ, DUB FLOYD, has compiled a mixtape featuring the newest and best from the event’s diverse lineup. MULTIVERSAL features the music of Shawn Chrystopher, Jovi Rockwell, MAYDAY, Dynas, Numonics & more. More information on MULTIVERSAL can be found [...]

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JD Riggz: Pre-Play Value

by Kevin December 3, 2009 Mixtapes

It’s not uncommon for releases to get pushed back. JD Riggz‘s Replay Value was previously scheduled for release December 1st. It didn’t happen, so he dropped a tape full of tracks that didn’t make the final cut. Pre-Play Value should hold us over until the album drops on its new release date, January 19 online [...]

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Mike Milan Preps Blueprint 3 Project

by Kevin December 3, 2009 Exclusive

The homie Mike Milan [spotlight] hit me up earlier tonight with a couple of exclusive tracks off his upcoming Blueprint 3 project. Yup, you guessed it right… ol’ Mikey went in over Jay-Z’s Blueprint 3 instrumentals. After the cut, you can check the first two tracks from the project. So far, I’m likin’ what I [...]

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Lunchbox Tha Narcoleptic: Peep Now or Forever Know You Sleep

by Kevin December 3, 2009 Hot Download

Lunchbox sent this mixtape over a few weeks ago. I’ve been bumping it so much that I actually forgot to post it! This joint is KN approved!

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Emilio Rojas: Runway [Live @ SOB's 12/02]

by Kevin December 3, 2009 The Show

Emilio Rojas performed one of my favorite cuts off his next mixtape, The Natural, last night at SOB’s in NYC. I personall love everything about this track… from the beat, to the hook, to Emilio’s double time rap. Track produced by J Glaze.

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Bekay: DJBoothTV Interview

by Kevin December 3, 2009 Around The Net

For the inaugural segment of DJBoothTV, hip-hop blogger and on-camera personality Jacques Morel steps into the Booth with Bekay, the East Coast up-and-comer whose brand new album Hunger Pains is in-stores now. Shot last week, this exclusive video interview features Bekay’s thoughts on the long, difficult road to the release of his debut album, the many dope (and not-so-dope) [...]

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CunninLynguists: Strange Journey Volume 2

by Justin December 3, 2009 Music Reviews

There is a certain level of quality you come to expect when you’re listening to a mixtape compared to an album. An artist usually isn’t going to empty out their bag of tricks for what usually serves as a prelude to their album. CunninLynguists, the trio of Kno, Deacon The Villain & Natti, have gone [...]

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Kid Cudi: Demo Tape

by J. Rizzle December 3, 2009 Hot Download

I know we are probably way late on this, but who cares, lmao. If you like takin’ trips to the moon, well this is for you..”can’t you hear them calling, lol…Hit it after the jump and Enjoy !!! – (Highly recommended for the serious Cudi fan)

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Wu-Tang Clan: Freestyle Tapes Vol. 1-3

by J. Rizzle December 3, 2009 Thursday Throwback

This post right here is for the serious Wu-Tang fan… this is some serious sh*t right here. This is a must download, thanx to the homies over at HHIR for this hookup. I’m wrappin’ it up (I’mma shut up, lol) so you can hit it after the jump. Enjoy !!!

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Wu-Tang Clan: Demo Cuts [Deluxe Edition]

by J. Rizzle December 3, 2009 Thursday Throwback

It’s Throwback Thursday and you know what that means, it don’t mean sh*t but some more good music, lol… If you liked last week’s post of the Wu demo tape here’s one that’s a must to add to the collection; it dropped back in 2007. So hit it after the jump and get cha Wu-Tang on …Enjoy [...]

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Masta Ace & Edo G: Authentic (Live Performance)

by Justin December 3, 2009 Around The Net
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Inq_SsmqCKg DJ SoulClap hit me up with some footage of the legends Masta Ace & Edo G rocking the stage in his hometown of Kiel, Germany. Ace & Edo perform the track “Authentic” which will be released on the special Christmas edition of Arts & Entertainment which is coming very soon!

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Jay Electronica: Electrochemicals

by Thomas December 3, 2009 Hot Download

I came across this mix of some old/new and unreleased Jay Electronica songs this evening browsing my Google Reader.  Based on the tracklist there are a few songs I’m unfamiliar and need in my collection.  If your a fan of Jay Elec then this is a must have to compliment what we already gave yall [...]

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Congratulations to The Foreign Exchange!

by Kevin December 3, 2009 News

Congrats go out to Nicolay, Phonte, Muhsinah and the rest of The Foreign Exchange members for being nominated in the category Best Song in Urban/Alternative for the 52nd Grammy Awards, for their song “Daykeeper” off the album Leave It All Behind. This is truly some excellent news, to hear that “our” music has come this far. Nicolay [...]

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The Niceguys: Supreme Team

by Justin December 2, 2009 Music Videos
http://vimeo.com/moogaloo

Nice Shorts Vol. 5 “Supreme Team” from Evesborough Films on Vimeo. Houston quartet The Niceguys present the leak & music video for their track “Supreme Team.” The song is an ode to their lifestyle & favorite brand, Supreme. If you like what you hear, you can check out more of the crew’s work here and download [...]

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Troy Dunnit and Lotus: New Video + Free EP

by Kevin December 2, 2009 Music Videos

The Anti Cupid EP is Troy Dunnit and Lotus‘ first project together. Taking Troy’s “Anti Cupid” persona and backed by Lotus’ stand-out production, the two have crafted real chemistry and a distinct new sound…A true “Nu Flava”, full of creative voice-pitching, off-kilter drums, dark synths and exceptional lyricism! Grab the EP after the cut, and [...]

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DJ Critical Hype: The Art of Clipse Blends

by Kevin December 2, 2009 Hot Download

Just in time for the release of the Clipse‘s new album, Til The Casket Drops, DJ Critical Hype hooks up another one of his Art of Blends mixtapes. This time, the treatment goes to (who else?) — Clipse! Malice gives the tape his blessing by hosting the whole tape and Shake from 2DB laced up [...]

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King I Divine: Crown Jewelz Pt. 2

by Justin December 2, 2009 Hot Download
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One of my favorite up & coming producers, King I Divine, drops his new beat tape Crown Jewelz Pt. 2. Divine has been providing heat for the likes of BLCTXT & Tito Lopez, who both make appearances on the tape. You can also check out this video of him creating some of these dope beats [...]

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Rob Jay: Art Life EP

by Justin December 2, 2009 Hot Download

Kevin posted his song ”Director’s Chair” a few months ago and now here is the final product from  Houston emcee Rob Jay called the Art Life EP. Trust me, this is some dope music you don’t wanna sleep on. Rob has some more coming for us later this month as well. Tracklist & link after the jump.

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Jabee: Low Rises w/ aDDLib + Club Hope w/ Dewey Binns

by Justin December 2, 2009 Singles

We got a couple leaks from Oklahoma emcee Jabee. Here’s the first single ”Low Rises” off Jabee & aDDLib’s upcoming project Black Cotton 2 . Also check out Jabee’s collaboration with fellow Oklahoma native Dewey Binns “Club Hope” off Spare Tires Vol. 1.

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