March 2010

Wordsworth, M-Dot & Freestyle (of The Arsonists): Struggle

by Justin March 11, 2010 Singles

M-Dot teams with Freestyle of The Arsonists & eMC’s Wordsworth for a new single called “Struggle” produced by Abnormal. M-Dot’s new mixtape Making Doubters Over Think drops this spring.

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Al Gator: Outta Here

by Justin March 10, 2010 Singles

Here’s a nice surprise, some new heat from Al Gator! Al goes in on his latest cut “Outta Here” produced by Mo off his untitled project. Make sure you check out the video for “I Be On” & “U See It” which we premiered last week.

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Embassy Music Board: Zombies (We Up)

by Justin March 10, 2010 Singles

Embassy Music Board drops an anthem for everyone staying up late at night called “Zombies (We Up).” The Embassy gained some major notoriety after their song “Overtime” got placed on the NBA Live 10 soundtrack.

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M1 Platoon: DMV Rock [prod by 9th Wonder]

by Kevin March 10, 2010 Singles

Brand new track from M1 Platoon, with their mentor 9th Wonder on the boards.

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Pill: Hear Somebody Comin’ (Music Video)

by Justin March 10, 2010 Music Videos
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWaUnk64X1s New music video from Pill for his track “Hear Somebody Comin” off the 4075: The Refill tape. The video is directed by Court Dunn presented by NahRight, Restless Films & Same Plate. Props to SMKA.

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Intuition: Two Weeks + Make Her Mine

by Kevin March 10, 2010 Singles

Here’s two leaks from Intuition‘s new project, I Ruined These Songs For You. Read what he has to say about the project: “Remember when you used to make actual tapes for your friends, or a girl you liked? You’d spend hours trying to come up with the right songs in the right order, trying to [...]

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MIDIMarc: Machine Gun Funk [A Tribute to the Notorious B.I.G.]

by Kevin March 10, 2010 Hot Download

My man MIDIMarc comes through with a project that I remember him talking about 2 years ago! This is one that’s sure to knock out all the other Biggie tributes going around this week.

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Frank B: The Other Side of Brooklyn [prod by M-Phazes]

by Kevin March 10, 2010 Singles

“The Other Side Of Brooklyn” is the debut single to Frank B.’s forthcoming album Just Being Frank. Frank B. is the Marine Park, Brooklyn-based emcee & former contestant on Missy Elliot’s television series “The Road To Stardom” which aired on UPN in 2005. This track is produced by Australia’s M-Phazes (winner of Sha Money’s 2008 [...]

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D. Schwartz: Beamer, Benz Or Bentley Freestyle

by Thomas March 10, 2010 Singles

D. Schwartz takes his turn at tackling Lloyd Banks instrumental.  Another good showing from Mr. Schwartz if you ask me.  If you have download his EP, Foot On The Gas with producer Beewirks…do that. Link and bonus “Crime Wave Freestyle” underneath.  Spotted at 2DB.

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Epiphany: Respect Pt. 2 (Womens)

by Justin March 10, 2010 Hot Download

Arkansas emcee Epiphany delivers Part 2 of the Respect series, Womens, presented by DJBooth.net. Epiphany 15 new tracks with appearances by K. Sparks, Double M & Rah Howard as well as production by Kwestion, Bossman, Struggle, JP & more. Full cover, tracklist & link after the jump.

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J The S: Wish You Were Here

by Justin March 10, 2010 Hot Download

J The S drops his new street album Wish You Were Here presented by DJBooth.net, 2DopeBoyz & IM King. The project features guest appearances by Jadakiss, Crooked I, Nipsey Hussle, Emilio Rojas, Greater Good & more. Full cover, tracklist & link after the jump.

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Trav Williams: Hometown Heroes (feat Pee Duble)

by Kevin March 10, 2010 Singles

Trav Williams is prepared to unleash some new music this Friday via Potholes In My Blog and KevinNottingham.com. The music will be in the form of a six track EP, solely produced by Moonchild, entitled Better Late Than Never. Here’s the first leak from the EP, “Hometown Heroes” featuring Pee Duble.

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Ohini Jonez: BiPolar Diss-order EP [Exclusive]

by Justin March 10, 2010 Exclusive

I’m proud to present to you the latest release from Ohini Jonez, the BiPolar Diss-order EP! Going along with the title, this EP gives you a little bit of everything. Ohini brings you original tracks, remixes & freestyles all in one on this 9 track project. The highlight of this record is the long awaited [...]

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Biggie’s 1995 Source Awards Performance [Video]

by Thomas March 10, 2010 Music Videos

Some footage of the Bad Boy set from the 95′ Source Awards.  The whole roster was present: Craig Mack, Faith, Total, Puff, and Junior M.A.F.I.A..  After watching this I’m SMH at Puff not allowing Total and Faith actually sing their songs instead of lip syncing. *Side note I still think Pam was the hottest chick [...]

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Kicks And Snares x The SoundClash Featuring Pete Rock

by Justin March 10, 2010 Coming Soon

This Saturday in New Orleans, we’ll be presenting (along with BlackSmith Music & The Soundclash) The Kicks & Snares event at The Howlin Wolf. The event will feature plenty of live performances along with live graffiti, break dancing, battling & a sneaker exchange. All the elements of hip hop will be in full effect & [...]

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Bobby Creekwater: Exhibit B.C. (Music Video)

by Justin March 10, 2010 Music Videos
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCiyxXUAceY Here’s the video for Bobby Creekwater’s “Exhibit B.C.” off his latest project Back 2 Briefcase 2: The B-Side. Bobby goes in over the Jay Electronica/Just Blaze collaboration, make sure you grab the new mixtape which is available now.

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Big Boi: Fo Yo Sorrows (feat George Clinton & Too Short) [Music Video]

by Justin March 10, 2010 Music Videos
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiwDs01pfZM Big Boi drops the visuals for his banging single “Fo Yo Sorrows” featuring legendary George Clinton & the Bay Area’s own Too Short. The video is a good sign for a release of the long delayed solo album Sir Luscious Left Foot from the OutKast emcee. Props to Maurice Garland.

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DJ Rondevu: Knights of the Round Table (Parts 1&2)

by J. Rizzle March 10, 2010 DJ Wednesdays

Here’s the classic Knights of the Round Table mixtape by DJ Rondevu. This mixtape has Rondevu showing off his skills with many of the tracks consisting of two/three beat blends.  What you know about that?   Check out what the Big Chew of Rapmullet.com had to say about Rondevu’s skillz. “He was rocking loose artist based [...]

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DJ Wednesdays: Tony Touch Tape #50

by J. Rizzle March 10, 2010 DJ Wednesdays

It’s DJ Wednesday and today we present the classic Tape #50 by DJ Tony Touch aka The Piece Maker.  It features freestyles from KRS-One, Busta, Kool G Rap, J-Ro, Lord Have Mercy, Grandmaster Caz and many others.  Hit the jump for the tracklist and link. Thanks to OHHU

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Stalley: S.T.A.L.L.E.Y. [prod by Ski Beatz] (Music Video)

by Justin March 10, 2010 Music Videos
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pg5jTAcpbYk Here’s a dope new song & video from Ohio native Stalley called “S.T.A.L.L.E.Y.” produced by the legendary Ski Beatz. The video features a ton of cameos including appearances by Curren$y & Dame Dash. The track will be on the upcoming Ski Beatz album 24 Hour Karate School. If you’d like to hear more from [...]

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