January 2010

Fat Rat Da Czar: Something Ain’t Right [Trailer]

by Kevin January 9, 2010 Coming Soon

Trailer for the upcoming Fat Rat Da Czar video “Something Ain’t Right” directed by smd. Full video drops on the 18th. I normally ain’t much for video trailers, but this one looks tight! Lookin forward to this…

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PackFM: Happy Days [Music Video]

by Justin January 8, 2010 Music Videos
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExGvXrsv8Z4 Here’s the visuals for PackFM’s recently released single “Happy Days” produced by Tonedeff. Pack’s album I F*cking Hate Rappers is coming soon.

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Tacaloc: I’m Here 2 Stay

by Justin January 8, 2010 Hot Download

Check out this dope mixtape from New Orleans emcee Tacaloc called I’m Here 2 Stay. The project is presented by Big Dolow 504 and mixed by the legendary DJ Ice Mike. Full cover, tracklist & link after the jump. If you’d like to stream the tape first, it’s also available on Dat Piff.

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D.Julien: DTF Radio Interview

by Justin January 8, 2010 Around The Net
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZSyA91gb7o DTF Radio recently sat down with D.Julien to talk about a wide range of topics including the definition of a freestyle, the success of Live, Love, Learn and his record making process.

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Top Cat: Find Me On Twitter + Remixes & Instrumental

by Justin January 8, 2010 Singles

Atlanta artist Top Cat has created the new indie artist anthem with “Find Me On Twitter.” Along with the original, Señor Kaos & 4-Ize jump on the remix and the homie DJ Pocket creates a special rock remix as well.

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Emilio Rojas: The Natural [Untagged Version]

by Justin January 8, 2010 Hot Download

A lot of people having been waiting on this (especially Kevin! haha) and now here’s the untagged version of The Natural from Emilio Rojas. Whether you grabbed the original a few months ago or haven’t checked it out yet, make sure you download The Natural right now! Full cover, tracklist & link after the jump. [...]

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Nikal Fieldz: I’m So Raw x Como Te Amo [prod by Heist]

by Justin January 8, 2010 Singles

The homie Heist sent over 2 joints he produced for Nikal Fieldz off his Lost In The Shuffle mixtape. “I’m So Raw” features Pounds and “Como Te Amo” features Ice Grill & Muneca. Make sure you cop Al Great’s album The Heist which is completely produced Heist!

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The Roots: Late Night with The Roots

by J. Rizzle January 8, 2010 Hot Download

Here’s the live performances by The Roots along with some of the hottest stars in hip-hop that have rocked it with the band on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. Hit it after the jump for these bangerz. Spotted at 2DB with artwork by Shake.

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Statik Selektah: So Close, So Far x Do It To Death

by Thomas January 8, 2010 Singles

Here are two more leaks from Statik‘s forthcoming album, 100 Proof (The Hangover).  “So Close, So Far” has Bun B and Wale on the lyrics with Conlin Munroe on the hook.  “Do It To Death” pairs Havoc, Lil Fame, and G Rap together. I heard “So Close, So Far” on Statik’s Wednesday night show on [...]

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SMKA: Deer Mama (feat Yelawolf)

by Justin January 8, 2010 Singles

Here’s a new leak off SMKA’s The 808 Experiment Vol. 2 called “Deer Mama” featuring Yelawolf.  SMKA’s new project drops January 18th and Yelawolf just released his new album Trunk Muzik which you can download for free.

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The Revival: We-B Girlz Hip Hop Tour Documentary

by J. Rizzle January 8, 2010 Around The Net
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The Revival gives a candid glimpse into the first meeting of legendary Hip-Hop pioneer Roxanne Shante and veteran Philly emcee Bahamadia, as they trade stories of their struggles and triumphs in the industry over their long careers. It shows the exchange of lessons between them and up-and-coming artists DJ Shortee, Eternia, Stacy Epps, and Invincible. [...]

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Top 10 – Best Remakes in Hip Hop History

by Justin January 8, 2010 Lists

In hip hop, the remake or cover song has been somewhat taboo in many cases. There is a very thin line between whether someone is biting or paying homage. While covers & remakes are widespread in other genres, you see this done less often in hip hop.  As the years go on, more seem to pop [...]

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Kyle Lucas: Queen of Apologies

by Kevin January 8, 2010 Singles

For the second leak off the upcoming HiPNOTT Records 2010 Takeover Vol 1 mixtape, we present to you one of the many tracks submitted by other artists who support our movement: Kyle Lucas’ “Queen of Apologies”. Produced by Patrick Stump and Simon Illa, this track has that “bounce” that any hip hop head can vibe [...]

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Strange Fruit Project: M.A.S.K. (Acappellas & Instrumentals)

by Justin January 8, 2010 Hot Download

Strange Fruit Project has released the acappellas & instrumentals to one of the best EP’s of 2009, the M.A.S.K. (Making Art Sound Kool) EP. Here’s your chance for all you producers to craft some dope remixes with Myone, Myth & S1 vocals along with guests like Supastition and Tre (of Mojoe). And now all the [...]

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REUPSPOT Presents New Slang [Mixtape]

by Justin January 8, 2010 Hot Download

REUPSPOT presents New Slang, a mixtape made up of talented new artists.  The tape features fresh music from the likes of D.Julien, BOOGNIGHTS, K. Sparks, Aime & more. Full cover, tracklist & link after the jump.

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Newsense (of ArtOfficial): 47 Bars

by Justin January 8, 2010 Around The Net
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nvlGYOyu4U ArtOfficial emcee Newsense goes off and spits 47 ill bars during a recent recording session for The Payback. ArtOfficial’s new project will be released for free and is sponsored by us here at KevinNottingham.com along with DJBooth.net, Refined Hype and illRoots.

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Beat Gods: Ham (feat 4-Ize) [prod by Kato]

by Justin January 8, 2010 Singles

4-Ize joins the Beat Gods for a dope song called “Ham” produced by Kato. Make sure you download 4-Ize’s Illuminated Animals which is available now. Props to Señor Kaos.

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DJ K.O: Run & Gun (feat East, Finale & Chaundon) + Wut I Do (Digital 12″)

by Justin January 7, 2010 Singles

DJ K.O. released the 3rd single “Wut I Do” off his Living Out A State of Mind Pt. 2 EP and along with it added this b-side which wasn’t featured on the project. “Run & Gun” has East joined by Finale & Chaundon over a hard hitting beat provided by Analogic. Grab it after jump [...]

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Pete Rock: Rapper’s Jail (feat E-Villz)

by Justin January 7, 2010 Singles

(Vat)Keezy sent over some heat from the legendary Pete Rock called “Rapper’s Jail.” No word on if this is new or previously unreleased but either way, it’s dope.

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Catch Cymarshall Law On the Air Tonight!

by Kevin January 7, 2010 Around The Net

In promotion of his upcoming release, The Creator’s Kid EP on HiPNOTT Records, Cymarshall Law has been on tour doing shows across the east coast as well as radio interviews. Right now. Cy is in the DMV area as he just had a show in Baltimore last night. Tonight at 7pm EST, Cymarshall Law will [...]

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