January 2010

Copyright Criminals on PBS [Video]

by Kevin January 21, 2010 Around The Net

Someone sent me an email telling me about this documentary on PBS the other night and I totally missed it. Thanks to YN for putting up some video footage. This is a series that you producers and crate diggers are sure to love! Hit the jump for the rest of the vids… Copyright Criminals examines [...]

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DJ Seiji (SPC): 1994 Beat Emotion Library

by J. Rizzle January 21, 2010 Mixtapes

To keep it moving on Throwback Thursday, we are gonna hit you off with another mix by DJ Seiji (SPC) of Japan.  This time we are gonna take you back to the ‘94. Hit it after the jump and enjoy!

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DJ Kensei: Operation Loud Volume 1 [Mixtape]

by J. Rizzle January 21, 2010 Mixtapes

It’s Throwback Thursday and today we present to you Operation Loud Vol. 1 by DJ Kensei.  The mix features some of the best tracks from the Loud roster. Hit the jump for the link and enjoy!

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Rel!g!on: Lucid (feat e.d.ge. & Moka Only)

by Justin January 21, 2010 Music Videos
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFDgraMWB5I e.d.g.e. hit me up with a new single & video he’s featured on from Rel!g!on called “Lucid.” The track also features Moka Only and is off Rel!g!on’s album Revelationz I which drops January 26th.

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KRS-One & True Master Announce Collaboration Album Meta Historical

by Justin January 20, 2010 Coming Soon
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbL-x1QLDQQ This news defintely came out of nowhere. Here we have the promotional video to announce the legendary KRS-One linking up with Wu-Tang producer True Master for a new album entitled Meta Historical. The Blastmaster definitely experienced a resurgence with his Buckshot collaboration LP Survival Skills and now is returning with a new solo project completely produced by True [...]

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Kurupt says 4HRSMN Reunion Is In The Works

by Justin January 20, 2010 News
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5NI3jwdm_Y As the promo for Canibus’ Melatonin Magik begins, this video with A&R M-Eighty pops up with Kurupt dropping some big news. The original supergroup featuring four lyrical juggernauts, the 4HRSMN, will be creating an album according to 1/4 of the group. Do you think we’ll finally see the long awaited LP from Killah Priest, Ras [...]

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D.Julien: Fat Boy Radio Freestyle + Promo Video

by Justin January 20, 2010 Around The Net
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zq2i9MF65C0 The homie D.Julien went off the dome (unlike a lot of rappers these days) when he was asked to do a freestyle on Fat Boy Radio. Check out the dope rhymes above as well as a promo for his upcoming show at Denison University after the jump.

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GZA, Inspectah Deck & Masta Killa: Steppin’ 2 Me [prod by Mathematics]

by Justin January 20, 2010 Singles

Here’s one of the exclusive tracks off Mathematics’ upcoming compilation Return of the Wu, “Steppin 2 Me” featuring GZA, Inspectah Deck & Masta Killa. The Genius, Rebel INS & Noodles all rip it on the old school throwback vibe track. Props to NahRight for the link.

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Cymarshall Law: What Would You Do [prod by Mr. Joeker]

by Kevin January 20, 2010 Singles

Cymarshall Law keeps unleashing NO DJ versions of tracks from his Creator’s Craft Mix CD. Here’s the fourth one, “What Would You Do.” As you can see, Cymarshall Law has taken over KevinNottingham.com for the release of the Creator’s Kid EP, dropping this Tuesday, January 26th!

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Wu Tang Vs The Beatles: Enter The Magical Mystery Chambers Mashup

by Thomas January 20, 2010 Around The Net

Tom Caruana came up with a dope concept; mashing some classic Wu-Tang Clan songs with Beatles instrumentals.  I’m about halfway through the joint now and it’s official.  Now the only thing left to do is identify the samples used. Props to G.C. for the heads up.  Hit the cut for the link to Bandcamp.

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Yo! MKE Raps [Presented by HipHopDX + JC Poppe + M.A.A.D. Management]

by Kevin January 20, 2010 Hot Download

Who knew there was dope hip hop coming out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin? The only thing I knew came out of Milwaukee was the old TV sitcom “Happy Days” (am I showing my age yet?). At any rate, JC Poppe, whom I recently signed to HiPNOTT Records at the top of the year, put out a [...]

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Kosha Dillz: Jungle [prod by Belief]

by Kevin January 20, 2010 Singles

“Jungle”, produced by Belief, is Kosha Dillz 3rd single off his acclaimed album Beverly Dillz which is now in stores! Kosha, the rapper and humanitarian will be donating $10,000 to the relief effort in Haiti, using money form his upcoming tour to do so. Slick Rick, Del The Funky Homosapien & Skee Lo are just [...]

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K-Beta: Black Business [prod by Overok]

by Kevin January 20, 2010 Music Videos

“Black Business” (produced by Overok) is the first single from K-Beta‘s upcoming debut release Inglorious Beta on Inner Loop Records.  K-Beta premiered “Black Business” on Monday January 18th, 2010 at the DMV Helps Haiti concert with Wale, Tabi Bonney and XO from Diamond District at DC’s legendary 9:30 Club. The free version of Inglorious Beta [...]

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DJ J-Live: Do The Knowledge Mixtape Vol. 1 (THE LATE PASS)

by J. Rizzle January 20, 2010 Mixtapes

We all know J-Live the rapper but did you know he can wreck the 1s & 2s, as well?  Here’s his latest mixtape, which features some of 2009′s best tracks. Hit the jump for the goodness!

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Hollywood FLOSS: Hip Hop Effect Interview & Freestyle

by Justin January 20, 2010 Around The Net
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Thehiphopeffect.com interviews Hollywood FLOSS/ Free Verse from Hollywood FLOSS on Vimeo. Hollywood FLOSS spoke with The Hip Hop Effect covering a range of topics including how he got his name and his motivation to rap. Look out for the Xperiment Vol. 2 and House of Dreams which are both coming soon!

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Mojoe: Strange Revival (Live Performance)

by Justin January 20, 2010 Around The Net
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rALCGsbO7MU Shortly after the official release of their music video for “Strange Revival,” Mojoe rocked the stage in San Antonio with Bavu Blakes as The 54 Reality Show got some footage of them performing their single.

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Skillz Presents: Hip Hop Confessions feat. Jazzy Jeff & Kwame (Ep. 4)

by J. Rizzle January 20, 2010 Around The Net
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Skillz sits down with DJ Jazzy Jeff and Kwame for part four of his Hip-Hop confession series.  

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David Banner & 9th Wonder: Death of a Popstar Teaser

by Justin January 20, 2010 Coming Soon
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQnPeQkZUNY Here’s a teaser for the upcoming collaboration album between David Banner & 9th Wonder, Death of a Popstar. From the leaks so far, it definitely feels like a return to the Crooked Lettaz days for Banner and I’m really looking forward to this project.

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Goodie Mob: Soul Food (Live Performance)

by Justin January 20, 2010 Around The Net
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seRy3mxNNk0 The legendary Goodie Mob stopped through Austin, Texas on their reunion door and The 54 Reality Show got some footage of them performing their classic “Soul Food.” Shout out to Bavu Blakes for link. Maybe we’ll be lucky and see a new album from Cee-Lo, Khujo, T-Mo & Big Gipp this year!

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Mr. J. Medeiros: The Art Of Broken Glass EP

by Thomas January 20, 2010 Albums Worth Checking

From the uplifting and soulful “Love Is All” through the funky horn stabs of “Broken Windows,” The Art of Broken Glass is a much more traditional hip-hop release from Mr. J. Medeiros, formerly of the Procussions.  As he said himself, it’s a gritty, dusty, and unpolished collection of tracks.  But don’t get it twisted – [...]

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