April 2010

Basic Vocab: Just Dance (feat Amir)

by Justin April 14, 2010 Singles

Here’s the latest single from Basic Vocab , “Just Dance” featuring Amir. The single is off their new album A Better Way which officially drops April 27th but is available now on iTunes for a special reduced price (for a limited time).

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We Stole The Show: We Stole The Show [Mixtape]

by Justin April 13, 2010 Hot Download

Grand Phee & Rhyson Hall, together known as We Stole The Show, drop their official, self-titled debut. The Rick James inspired tape showcases the New Yorkers journey making it in the industry. Full cover, tracklist & link after the jump.

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Wais P: Ain’t A Problem [Dir by John Colombo / Prod by Scram Jones]

by Kevin April 13, 2010 Music Videos

Here’s the video for “Ain’t A Problem” from Wais P (of The Ranjahz). Shouts to John Colombo in the director’s chair and Scram Jones on production! Stay tuned for more leaks, singles and videos from Wais P who is currently working on his solo debut album (currently untitled), that includes a strong line-up of guest [...]

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Khaleel: Hot Flames [prod by DJ Premier]

by Justin April 13, 2010 Singles

Houston emcee Khaleel is one of DJ Premier’s signees to his Year Round Records & here’s his first official single on the label, “Hot Flames.” The track is, of course, produced by DJ Premier and will be featured on Khaleel’s album My MC Name Is… slated to drop later this year. It’s great to see [...]

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Tokyo Cigar: The Megaman Theory 2 (F**k This Rap Shit)

by Justin April 13, 2010 Hot Download

I’m proud to bring to you the latest project from Tokyo Cigar, The Megaman Theory 2 (Fuck This Rap Shit). Tokyo shows off his skills on the mic with production by G.C., Cenzo Beatz, RazorSharpe & of course Tokyo himself handling the bulk of it. Along with the new release, Tokyo brings you the debut [...]

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Young Scolla: Give Me A Sign (feat Boaz & S. Money)

by Justin April 13, 2010 Music Videos

Young Scolla teams with Boaz & S. Money for a dope new single (and video) called “Give Me A Sign.” The track will appear on Scolla’s upcoming mixtape Potluck which is coming soon.

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9th Prince: Revenge Is Coming [Mixtape]

by Justin April 13, 2010 Hot Download

Her’s the new mixtape from Killarmy member 9th Prince, Revenge Is Coming. The tape brings you some exclusives as a prelude to the Wu-Tang affiliate’s Revenge of the 9th Prince which drops on the 20th. Full cover, tracklist & link after the jump. Shout out to DYP Tha Goldenchyld.

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Marky: Hello, Good Evening

by Justin April 13, 2010 Singles

Marky releases the first single “Hello, Good Evening” off his upcoming Journey to Markyland USA: Road Stop 2. The project will be sponsored by us here at KevinNottingham.com along with DJBooth.net.

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WEB: The Making of “Waiting To Exhale”

by Justin April 13, 2010 Coming Soon
http://vimeo.com/moogaloo

WEB- THE MAKING OF “WAITING TO EXHALE” from WEB SINCE 1982 on Vimeo. WEB takes you behind the scenes of the making of “Waiting to Exhale.” Here’s what WEB had to say: ” The song I leaked yesterday, “Waiting To Exhale”, was the first song I did in 2010. Recorded back in January, the song [...]

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Young De: Whatcha Gonna Do [prod by Scoop DeVille]

by Justin April 13, 2010 Singles

Here’s a new leak from Cypress Hill affiliate Young De called “Whatcha Gonna Do” produced by Scoop DeVille. De is featured on the new Cypress Hill album & is working on a new album as part of the Serial Killaz, which is made up of De, B-Real & Xzibit.

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M-Dot: The Real & The Raw [Snowgoons Remix] (feat Jaysaun)

by Justin April 13, 2010 Singles

Snowgoons puts their spin on M-Dot’s collab with Special Teamz member Jaysuan, “The Real & The Raw.” M-Dot was recently nominated for “Best Rap/Hip-Hop Act” in the Boston Phoenix Music Poll.

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Artist Spotlight: The Niceguys

by Justin April 13, 2010 Artist Spotlight

The Niceguys are one of the faces of the new Houston scene. The group offers a different dynamic then you see from most – one emcee, one DJ and two producers. Easy Yves Saint, DJ Candlestick, Christolph & Free gained major notoriety last year with their Green Room EP [Download id not defined] which was presented 2DopeBoyz & [...]

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Rouh: A Beat Meditation On Soul Vol. 1 [The Skill Album]

by Kevin April 13, 2010 Instrumentals

Brand new instrumental album from the homie Rouh. You gotta check this out. We’ve featured Rouh on the site before; about two years ago with A Soul Has No Shape [Download id not defined]. Hit the jump for the new stuff…

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Mixwell: Jazzed Solace

by J. Rizzle April 13, 2010 Instrumentals

Here’s a mixtape of some jazzed-spaced out instrumental bangerz by Mixwell.  Don’t sleep on this.  Hit it at the jump and enjoy!  Maybe you’ll smoke a doobie to this while listening.

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Cognition Studios: instruMENTALS Vol​.​1

by J. Rizzle April 13, 2010 Instrumentals

It’s Instrumental Tuesday and today we present to you instruMENTALS Vol.1, it is the first of a series of instrumental albums released by Cognition Studios. Hit it at the jump and enjoy!

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Spectac & Amiri: Download “As If” + New Album Out Today!

by Kevin April 13, 2010 New Music Releases

To celebrate the Almost Famous album release, Spectac and Amiri have let their R&B tinted hip-hop single “As If” loose for free download. Almost Famous by Spectac and Amiri is now available for purchase at iTunes, Amazon.com and all major digital outlets. Today’s release of Almost Famous (HiPNOTT Records) marks the first official full-length release [...]

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Just Released Today [04/13]

by Kevin April 13, 2010 New Music Releases

There are some really dope hip hop albums being released today, so I hope you’ve got your money saved up! First, probably one of my most anticipated releases is the new album from Murs and 9th Wonder. More importantly, though, is our latest release on HiPNOTT Records: Spectac & Amiri’s Almost Famous. Also out today [...]

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H.I.S.D.: Land-O’s Commercial #1

by Thomas April 13, 2010 Around The Net
http://vimeo.com/moogaloo

H.S.I.D. [read spotlight] released a commercial for their dope single “Lando” [Download id not defined].  “Get your space up…or space out.” Spotted at FWMJ

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Approach & Ill Poetic: Watermark x Aloe Park EPK

by Justin April 12, 2010 Coming Soon
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEik_mkyppc Here’s the EPK & first single “Watermark” for Ill Poetic’s upcoming collaboration with Kansas emcee Approach, Aloe Park. The new album, which drops April 20th, includes features from Souls of Mischief’s Tajai, Dessa, Stik Figa & is entirely produced by Ill Poetic. Check out the EPK above & “Watermark” after the jump.

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Final Outlaw: Rice & Beans (feat Niles) [prod by Levenkhan]

by Justin April 12, 2010 Singles

Here’s the new single from Final Outlaw called “Rice & Beans” featuring Niles. The Levenkhan produced joint is off his upcoming album Unstoppable Love which drops this summer.

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