September 2010

Blueprint: The Best Of Blueprint

by Justin September 8, 2010 Hot Download

I’m sure that many of our readers are familiar with Blueprint, whether it be his solo work or his collaborations with artists such as Illogic & RJD2. But I realize there are probably just as many that aren’t familiar with Printmatic at all. Here’s a perfect introduction to any new listeners of the talented emcee/producer, The Best Of Blueprint. Tracklist & [...]

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Magestik Legend: Carbon [prod by Astronote]

by Justin September 8, 2010 Singles

Up until this year, my familiarity with Magestik Legend was mostly from his guest appearances on One Be Lo projects. With his To Be Continued… series, he’s caught a lot of people’s attention for his solo work (including mine). The Detroit emcee is set to release Chapter 2 of the series, this time hosted by [...]

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Canibus: Merchant of Metaphors [prod by The ARE]

by Justin September 8, 2010 Singles

After years & years of struggling to get good production, it seems like Canibus has finally rectified that side of his musical output. The veteran emcee has enlisted such names as DJ Premier, Jake One, The ARE, Scram Jones & Tha Bizness for his new album C of Tranquility. Here’s the latest leak off the album, [...]

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Von Pea: Boombox

by Justin September 8, 2010 Singles

Tanya Morgan member Von Pea drops “Boombox” (produced by Aeon), the second single off his upcoming solo LP Pea’s Gotta Have It. The new project, which will be released October 12th, is a concept album themed around Von’s high school days.

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Aime: Beamin

by Justin September 8, 2010 Singles

Before he drops his signature project Rapper With A Degree, Aime is linking up with DJ Damage to release a new mixtape entitled Perfect Aime. “Beamin” is the second leak off the tape which will be a compilation of Aime going in over various industry beats. “Daft Rapper”, which leaked earlier this summer, will also [...]

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Win 2 Tickets to See Jay Electronica + TRUTHLiVE in L.A. Tomorrow Night!

by Kevin September 8, 2010 Contests

KevinNottingham.com, in association with Inderdependent Media and Audible Treats, are giving a pair of tickets each to two of our lucky readers for the Jay Electronica andTRUTHLiVE show tomorrow night in Los Angeles, California. In order to qualify for the tickets, you must be local to the L.A. area and you must be able to successfully answer two questions [...]

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Kno (of CunninLynguists): Rhythm of the Rain (feat Thee Tom Hardy & Tunji)

by Justin September 8, 2010 Singles

If you’re like me, you have been (un)patiently waiting for Kno to release an official solo LP. That dream has finally become a reality as the CunninLynguists emcee/producer has unleased the first single, “Rhythm of the Rain” featuring Thee Tom Hardy & Tunji, off his upcoming album Death Is Silent. You can pre-order the record now over at [...]

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Y Society: Don’t Do It [Music Video]

by Justin September 8, 2010 Music Videos

After a bit of a hiatus, it’s clear that one of my favorite emcees (Insight) is back in full gear. The talented lyricist recently released a new album with his group Shinsight Trio called Somewhere Beyond The Moon [available on iTunes] and there’s a new Y Society LP in the works as well. After releasing [...]

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Grey Matter: Cause and Effect

by Justin September 8, 2010 Singles

“Cause and Effect” is the latest single from Florida duo Grey Matter, comprised of emcee Illustrate and producer Tempermental. The group released their self titled album last month on Domination Recordings so make sure you get your copy of the dope LP asap.

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Praverb The Wyse: The Gospel Is Free 2

by Justin September 8, 2010 Hot Download

Praverb The Wyse is back with volume 2 of his The Gospel Is Free series, a new mixtape with original tracks featuring the likes of Nametag, Blame One and C.B. News. Praverb is currently working on an EP with A.L. Laureate & Cayoz called BrainStormers with appearances by Hell Razah, Crooked I, Skyzoo & more. [...]

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STS, Wrekonize, J.Nic$ & Ya Boi Chad: The Rising [prod by Numonics]

by Justin September 8, 2010 Singles

The Rising music series continues as Numonics hits us with a new track he produced featuring STS (aka Sugar Tongue Slim), Wrekonize, J.Nic$ & Ya Boi Chad called “The Rising.” If you are in the Miami area tomorrow, hit up the Transit Lounge to see all these artists perform at the event hosted by Saheed. [...]

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Aleon Craft: More Than Expected [prod by SMKA]

by Justin September 8, 2010 Singles

Aleon Craft is the latest participant in the DJBooth.net Freestyle series, this time with the 195th installment “More Than Expected.” The track is over some original production courtesy of SMKA, who are working with the Georgia emcee on his solo debut The Solar-Hop Chronicles.

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Big Boi: Lookin’ 4 Ya (Jedi Remix) (feat. Andre 3000 & Sleepy Brown)

by Carsten September 8, 2010 Downloads

New Outkast! After a radio premiere on Baller’s Eve, Big Boi decided to let loose of this remix with Andre 3000 which already leaked in June, but now includes 2 new verses. Stank you for the music, Big Boi! Props to NahRight.

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DJ Icewater & tony.psd: He’s the DJ, I’m the Designer Vol. 1

by J. Rizzle September 8, 2010 DJ Wednesdays

Here’s a bangin’ collaboration between designer tony.psd and DJ Icewater. The concept behind this mix is all about inspiration as all tracks choose by Tony have some meaning, value, and personal inspiration to him. DJ Icewater took those tracks and produced the final product. Hit it at the jump and enjoy the goodness.

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DJ Icewater & Pep Love: The Foundation (2001)

by J. Rizzle September 8, 2010 DJ Wednesdays

It’s DJ Wednesday and today Imma take it to the Bay Area. Here’s a mix by DJ Icewater of the Oakland Faders featuring Pep Love of the Hieroglyphics. Very seldom you get banging scratches and hella tight verses. Hit it at the cut and enjoy!

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E Reece: Confessions of A Dreamer (feat Dasha)

by Kevin September 8, 2010 Music Videos

For the second video from E Reece‘s Concrete Steppin, the L.A. emcee hooks up with HiPNOTT’s First Lady Dasha for “Confessions of A Dreamer.” Produced by Proh Mic, the song tells of how E Reece dreamed of having his dad around as a kid, to dreaming of playing in the NBA, to now dreaming of making music full time [...]

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Statik Selektah + Termanology (1982): You Should Go Home (feat Bun B & Masspike Miles)

by Kevin September 7, 2010 Music Videos

New visuals from 1982, directed by John Colombo off Statik & Term’s 1982 album, dropping October 26th on Showoff/ST./Brick Records. The single along with the B-Side “Goin Back” is on iTunes now!

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Chip Tha Ripper: From Me, To You (The Prelude to Gift Raps) [EP]

by Thomas September 7, 2010 Downloads

The Ohio native releases a free EP as a teaser for his forthcoming full length debut album, Gift Raps. I’ve liked everything dude has put out over the last year or so. Should be another good project from up and comer. Spotted at Nah Right via OnSMASH.

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Hi Stakez: The Art of Noise (An Instrumental Collection)

by Justin September 7, 2010 Instrumentals

Instrumental Tuesday continues as Hi Stakez presents to you his new project The Art of Noise (An Instrumental Collection). The new compilation from the Houston producer/emcee gives you 14 of his top beats from 2003-2010. Hit the jump for the link.

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BP: The Spill

by Justin September 7, 2010 Instrumentals

BP, producer for Wu-Tang affiliates such as William Cooper & 9th Prince, drops his new instrumental project The Spill. The record is comprised of his contributions to the latest records from Cooper, 9th Prince & Shyheim. Tracklist & link after the jump.

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