November 2010

Saigon: Strength [prod by Just Blaze] (Music Video)

by Justin November 18, 2010 Music Videos
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azTr1A6witY Saigon releases another music video, this time for the Just Blaze produced “Strength” off his upcoming album Greatest Story Never Told. I’m surprised this was included on the LP since it’s been out for a couple years now under different names (“Saigon Meets Just Blaze” and “Eyeball”).

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K. Sparks: The Trilogy Chapter 3 (The Resurrection)

by Kevin November 17, 2010 Hot Download

Queens native and HiPNOTT recording artist K. Sparks has hooked up with REUPSpot.com, YNotMyDream.net, AshleyOutrageous.com to bring fans the third and final entry in his highly-acclaimed mixtape Trilogy. The Trilogy Chapter 3 (The Resurrection) features 19 brand new cuts including the leaks “Velvet Thoughts (Sutphin),” “Black Magic,” “Go Get Em” and “Bounce.” Joining Sparks throughout [...]

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Coalmine Records: November Newsletter

by Kevin November 17, 2010 Around The Net

Check out Coalmine Records November Newsletter which details their new releases from Custom Made & El Da Sensei in addition to upcoming events, free downloads, and a contest to win a free download of GT2: Nu World!!

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NWL (Deacon The Villain & Sheisty Khrist): All Day (Teaser) + Official Tracklist

by Justin November 17, 2010 Coming Soon
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCME3hzp-k8 Deacon The Villain & Sheisty Khrist give you another teaser which previews a track off their upcoming album. They’ve also released the tracklisting for NWL which is produced mostly by Deacon but also has contributions from Kno & Kokayi. Hit the jump for the tracklist & make sure you get your pre-order in asap.

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Rapper Big Pooh: My Dissertation

by Justin November 17, 2010 Singles

Rapper Big Pooh takes Kanye’s “Devil In A New Dress” instrumental and creates his own version called “My Dissertation.” The Little Brother emcee’s solo album Dirty Pretty Things is coming soon.

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Crown Royale: We Gotcha [Music Video]

by Justin November 17, 2010 Music Videos
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmZZdNISMmQ The release date is quickly approaching for Buff1 & DJ Rhettmatic’s new album and the duo brings you the video for their single “We Gotcha.” Crown Royale’s self titled LP drops December 7th on A-Side Worldwide. Make sure you check out my interview with Buff1 which we’ll be running tomorrow.

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Lyrikill: Brother Mouzone [prod by Prospek]

by Justin November 17, 2010 Singles

Lyrikill drops a dope new cut called “Brother Mouzone” produced by Prospek. The song is the first single off the New Orleans emcee’s new album More Heart More Sole which drops December 21st.

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Dillon & Paten Locke: Love Died (Supa Dave West Remix)

by Justin November 17, 2010 Singles

Dillon Maurer & Paten Locke released their dope album Studies In Hunger last year and now Supa Dave West is set to drop a remixed version of the entire LP. Here’s the remix of “Love Died” off the upcoming Studies In Hunger: The Supa Dave West Recipes.

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The Left: Gas Leaks EP

by Justin November 17, 2010 Hot Download

While fans are still  listening to Gas Mask [read our review], The Left now releases some additional music with The Gas Leaks EP. The project is made up of 3 songs that do not appear on the new album from Apollo Brown, Journalist 103 & DJ Soko. Make sure you cop Gas Mask which is available now. Tracklist & link [...]

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Copywrite: Shotgun [Music Video]

by Justin November 17, 2010 Music Videos
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIDe43gdFYU Copywrite gives the visual treatment to his single “Shotgun” off his upcoming album. The Life & Times Of Peter Nelson drops November 30th on Man Bites Dog Records.

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J. NiC$: Show You The Way [Music Video]

by Justin November 17, 2010 Music Videos
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qxr6hRqqVio J. NiC$ releases the music video for “Show You The Way” off his dope EP The Stimulus Package [Download id not defined]. The Miami emcee is currently working on a new project with Numonics called Champion Rizla.

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Dr. Dre: I Need A Doctor (feat Eminem)

by Justin November 17, 2010 Singles

Looks like Dr. Dre has opened up a can of worms as another Detox track has leaked. Dre and Slim Shady team up for the latest leak “I Need A Doctor” feautring Skylar Grey. Props to Nah Right.

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Rah Digga On Rap Is Outta Control

by Justin November 17, 2010 Around The Net
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWJeWjBtjOQ Rah Digga stopped by Rap Is Outta Control to speak with Torae & DJ Eclipse about her new album Classic. Rah speaks on working with Nottz, label expectations & kicks a freestyle at the end.

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Koan: Koan (Champion Version)

by Justin November 17, 2010 Singles

New Orleans emcee Koan drops another dope track called “Koan (Champion Version).” The song will appear on his solo debut Chronicles Of a Dying Breed.

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DJ Revolution Presents: Malcolm & Martin Were… Criminal Minded

by Justin November 17, 2010 Hot Download

DJ Revolution presents the new mixtape from Styliztik Jones & KB Imean aka Malcolm & Martin entitled Malcolm & Martin were… Criminal Minded. The project is reworking of Boogie Down Productions’ classic album and serves a prelude of what to expect on their upcoming album Life Doesn’t Frighten Me. Tracklist & link after the jump.

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Cory Mo: Rollin’ (feat Z-Ro) [Music Video]

by Justin November 17, 2010 Music Videos
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Juv3UQFee0M Cory Mo provides some visuals for his single “Rollin” featuring Z-Ro. The track appears on the Houston emcee/producer’s new mixtape It’s Been About Time hosted by Bun B [Download id not defined].

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TheSeKondElement: Rhythm & Poetry EP

by Justin November 17, 2010 Albums Worth Checking

TheSeKondElement recently released her latest project, the Rhythm & Poetry EP. The new record includes production by Propsek, City Sparks, Quest & Yen and serves as prelude to her LP of the same name scheduled to drop early next year. Hit the jump for a link to her Bandcamp where you can stream the EP for free [...]

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DJ Stickem: The Best of DJ Premier

by J. Rizzle November 17, 2010 DJ Wednesdays

DJ Stickem mixes his favorite tracks by the legendary producer DJ Premier.  Grab it at the cut and enjoy.

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Producer CEO: DJ Premier [Part 2]

by Kevin November 17, 2010 Exclusive

As promised, we get into Premier’s head about the artists he worked with on his upcoming compilation album, as well as his creative direction in putting projects together. And if anyone is a reader of KevinNottingham.com, they know producers and sampling are a large part of who we are. Prem talks in-depth about “sample snitching,” [...]

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Pete Rock: On Funkmaster Flex Hot97 Street Jams (1994)

by J. Rizzle November 17, 2010 DJ Wednesdays

The Choc Boy Wonder visits Funk Flex at Hot97 in 1994 to show that his DJing skills haven’t slipped since his WBLS days. Peep Flavor Flav on the phone check-in, too. Another one straight from the shoe box of cassettes of DJ Stickem

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