January 2010

Da Capo: Intro (Writing My Life Down) (Prod. by Tokyo Cigar)

by Thomas January 7, 2010 Singles

New Jersey emcee Da Capo and our very own Tokyo Cigar hook up for two minutes of that good boom bap.  Nice…very nice. Link after the cut.

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Killah Priest: Street Matrix [Music Video]

by Justin January 7, 2010 Lyrics

Check out the visuals for Killah Priest’s song “Street Matrix” off his slept on album Elizabeth, which is available now. as a bonus, hit the jump for the lyrics to song.

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UGK: She Luv It x Still On Tha Grind (Originals)

by Justin January 7, 2010 Singles

DJ Burn One  liberated some rough versions of 2 tracks off UGK’s last album UGK 4 Life. “She Luv It” and “Still On Tha Grind” have a much different sound than the versions that ended up on the actual album, do you think they are better? Bun B is also set to release his new [...]

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Slum Village: Da Villa Chronicles Pt. 4 Webisode

by Justin January 7, 2010 Around The Net
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HeH4IPEfKuc T3 & Elzhi speak on how El joined Slum Village as well as the difficulties after J Dilla left the group in Part 4 of Da Villa Chronicles Webisodes. Make sure you cop their Villa Manifesto EP which is available now!

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RJD2: Let There Be Horns

by Justin January 7, 2010 Music Videos
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVM4glts9FM Here’s the visuals for RJD2′s “Let There Be Horns” directed by Thom Glunt Jr. The track is off his new album The Colossus which drops January 19th and includes guest appearances by Phonte & Illogic.

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Doo Wop: 95 Live Pt. 1 & 2

by J. Rizzle January 7, 2010 Thursday Throwback

Keeping it going on Throwback Thursday we present to you another classic. Doo Wop Live 95, this is a classic banger with freestyles galore that you youngins will be like daayuumm and the old heads will be reminiscing.  Hit it after the jump and enjoy!!!  Highly recommended!!! Shoutout to Diggers Union for the hookup on [...]

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Kool Kirk: Meth vs. Chef [1996]

by J. Rizzle January 7, 2010 Thursday Throwback

It’s the 1st Throwback Thursday of O-ten and to day we present to you the rare and classic mixtape Meth vs. Chef by Kool Kirk.  Released in ’96 this jaunt has all the classics. Hit it after the jump for this classic goodness!!!  A must cop!!! Shoutout to Schnooklyn Zoo for the hookup !!!

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Sadat X: Wild Cowboys II [Trailer]

by Justin January 7, 2010 Around The Net
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SChp5AYNFgE Brand Nubian’s Sadat X is set to release the sequel to his classic debut Wild Cowboys on February 23rd. Check out the trailer for Wild Cowboys II which includes guests like A.G., Grand Puba, Lord Jamar, Rhymefest, Ill Bill, Kurupt & M-1 of Dead Prez as well as producton from Pete Rock, Buckwild, 9th Wonder, [...]

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Gritty Boi: Boppers Remix (feat Juvenile) [prod by Block Beataz]

by Justin January 7, 2010 Singles

Huntsville emcee Gritty Boi gets Juvenile to hop on the remix of his song “Boppers.” The track is produced by Block Beataz so you know it’s heat! Shout out to Codie G for the link.

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K-Murdock: Mood Muzik Vol. 2 (Piano-rama) [Sampler]

by Justin January 6, 2010 Coming Soon

We have some dope new K-Murdock music for you to enjoy today!  Here is the talented producer’s DJ Ragz mixed sampler for his upcoming album Mood Muzik Vol. 2 (Piano-rama). The Panacea member is set to release his new project January 26th with guest appearances from Raw Poetic, Random, Damu the Fudgemunk, Hezekiah, Bilal, Quartermaine & more. Hit the jump [...]

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ConversationsWithBlu: Blu vs. GODLeeBarnes

by Justin January 6, 2010 Around The Net
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Co_28Fry-EE Blu spoke with Soul Culture when he and Ta’Raach went to London in 2008, speaking on his production alter ego, fans’ expectations on another Below The Heavens & more. Blu recently released theGODleeBarnes LP which you can download here.

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Lawrence Arnell: Movin

by Justin January 6, 2010 Singles

Here’s a new leak from Philadelphia emcee Lawrence Arnell called “Movin” featuring cuts by DJ Cru Cut. Arnell is now a part of Dave Ghetto’s “Break Bread Projects” after being signed to Tommy Boy Records with The Deady Snakes collective. Expect a new album from the Philly native later this year.

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PackFM: Happy Days [prod by Tonedeff]

by Justin January 6, 2010 Singles

I’m sure a lot of people have been waiting for some new QN5 music, specifically PackFM, and we have that for you right here. PackFM is back with a new track called “Happy Days” produced by fellow Extended F@mm member Tonedeff. Hit the jump for the song as well as the lyrics. I F*cking Hate Rappers is coming soon!

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D.Francis: Before I’m Recognized EP

by Justin January 6, 2010 Hot Download

Tygah Woods member D.Francis recently dropped his new project the Before I’m Recognized EP. The EP is prelude to the upcoming album from the New Orleans emcee. Full cover, tracklist & link after the jump.

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Beat Junkies: The World Famous Beat Junkies Vol. 2 feat. DJ Rhettmatic

by J. Rizzle January 6, 2010 Beat Junkies Wednesdays

Continuing with the 2nd installment of Beat Junkies Wednesday, we present to you this mix by Beat Junkies member DJ Rhettmatic, which was released back in ’98. Hit it after the jump and enjoy !!! Classic !!!

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Beat Junkies: The World Famous Beat Junkies Vol. 1 DJ Babu

by J. Rizzle January 6, 2010 Beat Junkies Wednesdays

Today we are starting a new series on Wednesdays called “Beat Junkies Wednesdays” and it will feature all members of the crew…DJ Babu, J-Rocc, D-Styles, DJ Rhettmatic, DJ What?!, Mr. Choc, Icy Ice, Curse, and DJ Shortkut.  Here’s the 1st installment of the series featuring DJ Babu that was released back in ’97. Hit it [...]

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K. Sparks: Vibez [prod by G.C.]

by Kevin January 6, 2010 Singles

The Takeover begins today as HiPNOTT Records releases the first leak from their 2010 Takeover mixtape, hosted by HipHopDX, DJBooth.net and KevinNottingham.com. As one of the newest signed artists to the label, K. Sparks contributes a ferocious  rap over an equally crazy G.C. production. “Vibez” is an excellent track to kick off and promote the mixtape, as Sparks [...]

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eLZhi: Leftovers Explained Pt. 1

by Justin January 6, 2010 Around The Net

eLZhi decide to share some brief stories behind the tracks on his latest mixtape Leftovers with M.O.S. Ologist from MichiganHipHop.com. The first part of the series covers “The Great,” “Deep,” “Red, Black & Green” and “Dream.” Download the tape if you haven’t already and cop Slum Village’s Villa Manifesto EP which is available on digital outlets. Hit [...]

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Curren$y: Smash On O’Leary

by Justin January 6, 2010 Singles

Curren$y leaked a new track called “Smash On O’Leary” on his Twitter page. The track is apparently off his delayed Smokee Robinson project.

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SMKA: So What (feat Hollyweerd & A. Leon Craft) x F*ck The Economy (feat Proton)

by Justin January 6, 2010 Singles

Here’s two leaks off a project I’m really looking forward to, SMKA’s The 808 Experiment Vol. 2 which drops January 18th. “So What” features Hollyweerd & A. Leon Craft (of Da Backwudz & Labratz) and “F*ck The Economy” features Proton. Check out the tracks after the jump as well as the amazing guest list for [...]

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