August 2010

Just Released Today [08/03]

by Kevin August 3, 2010 New Music Releases

The new releases aren’t letting up as we make our way into August. Bun B’s long awaited Trill O.G. drops today, as does Freddie Gibbs’ Str8 Killa EP. Hit the jump for the full list of what’s available in retail today and let us know what you’re coppin…

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J.Capri Da’Vinci: Place In The Game (feat King Mez)

by Kevin August 2, 2010 Singles

I’ll be honest, I never heard of this cat J.Capri. I only checked this track cuz the homie King Mez is on it. So glad I did cuz this joint bangs! This is off J.Capri’s mixtape dropping in September.

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The ILLZ: Persistence [Music Video]

by Kevin August 2, 2010 Music Videos
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Some of you all gave The ILLZ a bunch of flack when we posted his last video, but I’m still diggin him. Here’s the latest video from his In Between Video Series. More info on the video after the cut…

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Toki Wright: The Awful Truth Tour [Highlights]

by Kevin August 2, 2010 The Show

The homie Toki Wright has been touring all over the Northwest U.S. lately… check the video above for highlights of his show. Make sure you check him out if he ends up in your town; it’s a show you won’t want to miss!

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Jay-Z: The Book of Hov

by Kevin August 2, 2010 Around The Net

Writer Duane Lawton hit me up earlier today to let me know about a new blog he recently put together inspired from a manuscript he wrote back in 2008. While the manuscript never got published, Lawton decided to share pieces of his work via his new website The Book of Hov. Here, Duane reprints and [...]

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Planet Asia: Trouble (feat Tri State) [Music Video]

by Justin August 2, 2010 Music Videos
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S9EjzoF5ars Planet Asia teams with fellow Gold Chain Military member Tri State for his new single & video “Trouble” produced by Josh The Goon. The track is off his upcoming solo LP Black Belt Theatre, the follow up to his highly regarded album Pain Language with DJ Muggs.

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Fresh Vetz: Know The Ledge

by Justin August 2, 2010 Singles

Here’s another joint from the Fresh Vetz, their version of the Eric B. & Rakim classic “Know The Ledge.” Dashah & DJ Pause’s new mixtape Veteranz Day is slated to drop in September.

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Big K.R.I.T: Country Shit (Chopped & Screwed)

by Justin August 2, 2010 Singles

Swishahouse’s DJ Michael “5000″ Watts has chopped & screwed Big K.R.I.T.’s critically acclaimed K.R.I.T. Wuz Here [purchase] and the new version will drop August 9th. ”Country Shit” is a taste of what to expect, especially you’re unfamiliar with the style. K.R.I.T & Watts are also working on an EP together which is expected to be released in [...]

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Psalm One: Ginsu Knives (feat Del The Funky Homosapien) [prod by Mulatto Patriot]

by Justin August 2, 2010 Singles

Rhymesayers emcee Psalm One enlists the help of Del The Funky Homosapien for her latest single ”Ginsu Knives” produced by Mulatto Patriot. The song is the first leak off her upcoming project. Woman @ Work 3 which will be available for free download.

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Trek Life: Everything Changed Nothing

by Jon Garcia August 2, 2010 Music Reviews

So, I’m sure I’m not the only one who grabbed this off the mention of Oddisee. But rightfully so, the D.C. based musician has skills on the boards. And while his mention alone bolster’s the buzz of the album; Everything Changed Nothing is Trek Life’s album. However, would the L.A. bred emcee make that clear? [...]

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Mama Said Knock You Out Remix Album [Artwork + Tracklist] + Download Title Track

by Kevin August 1, 2010 Exclusive

The remix album we have all been waiting for is FINALLY coming together!  All the tracks have been submitted (minus one) and we’re just in the compiling process now. You’ve already heard two leaks from the project: “Jinglin Baby” featuring JD Riggz, Ayatollah Jaxx & El Prez and “Mr Good Bar” featuring The Black Sunn [...]

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Stat Quo: Statlanta

by Jon Garcia August 1, 2010 Music Reviews

I was/am (more was) a big Stat Quo fan.  Back in 2007, one of my most anticipated releases was his oft-delayed debut LP, Statlanta. Through all the label disputes with Eminem and Dr. Dre, Stat Quo seemed to come hard on every track he let loose on the internet. Nowadays, Stat Quo has floated into the direction [...]

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Re-Surch: ACK The Collective Mixtape Coming Soon

by Kevin August 1, 2010 Coming Soon

Look out for this new mixtape from the homie Re-Surch dropping right here on KN.com later this week!

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DJ Jusspin: Jazzin Out 3

by J. Rizzle August 1, 2010 Downloads

For the bonus post we present to you Jazzin Out 3 by DJ Jusspin. Hit at the jump and enjoy. Also check out Jazzin Out 1 & 2 here on the site.

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DJ Dmadness: The Cee-lo Green Mix

by J. Rizzle August 1, 2010 Downloads

Here’s a Cee-Lo Green mix by DJ Dmadness drawing from the catalogs of Goodie MOB, OutKast, Gnarls Barkley, his solo albums, his collaborative work, and of course rare remixes, b-sides, soundtrack joints, 12″s and more.  Hit it at the cut and enjoy!

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Mike Checkum: Rising Sun Mixtape

by J. Rizzle August 1, 2010 Downloads

It’s Soulful Sunday and here’s a mix by Mike Checkum. Hit the jump and enjoy!

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