February 2011

J.Nolan: Round [prod by Jonathan Maxwell III]

by Justin February 12, 2011 Singles

J.Nolan returns with the jazz influenced “Round” produced by Jonathan Maxwell III. The song is the final leak off his upcoming Loose Files, which drops February 22nd.

CunninLynguists: Oneirology (Teaser #1)

by Justin February 11, 2011 Coming Soon

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“Oneirology” from StevenMossberg on Vimeo. Kno & Deacon The Villain each crafted some of 2010′s best albums on their own but now, alongside Natti, the CunninLynguists are preparing to release their magnum opus. Here’s the first teaser for the trio’s Oneirology, which reveals some of the big name artists featured on the upcoming LP. Keep an eye out for the first [...]

Raekwon: Shaolin Vs. Wu-Tang [Music Video]

by Justin February 11, 2011 Music Videos

The Chef blesses us with some visuals to the title track of his upcoming LP Shaolin Vs. Wu-Tang. Although the last leak wasn’t up to par with “Butter Knives” & this one, I expect Raekwon will drop another gem on March 8th.

Tyler, The Creator: Yonkers [Music Video]

by Justin February 11, 2011 Music Videos

I’m admittedly late to the Odd Future bandwagon as I just began listening to them about a month ago. With that said, it’s hard not to be impressed by these guys once you hear their music (especially when you consider they’re all 21 & under). Tyler, The Creator is the clear star of the crew [...]

Atmosphere: The Family Sign (Cover x Tracklist)

by Justin February 11, 2011 Coming Soon

Earlier today, HipHopDX revealed the cover artwork and tracklisting for Atmosphere’s upcoming album The Family Sign. Slug & Ant’s new LP includes 14 tracks and will be released, as usual, on Rhymesayers Ent. Hit the jump for the tracklist.

Slangston Hughes & L’Daialogue DiCaprio: Dollar$ & Daialogue

by Justin February 11, 2011 Hot Download

New Orleans & Memphis unite as Slangston Hughes & L’Daialogue DiCaprio present their collaboration Dollar$ & Daialogue. The 11 track project is produced by L’Daialogue & MiZUnderstastic and includes guest appearances by Lyrikill & Suave. Tracklist & link after the jump.

Fresh Vetz: Hard Hatz [Music Video]

by Justin February 11, 2011 Music Videos

The Fresh Vetz give the visual treatment to their single “Hard Hatz” off Veteranz Day. Make sure you download Dashah & DJ Pause’s latest project if you have not already.

Ohini Jonez & E-Clipse: Headstones

by Justin February 11, 2011 Singles

Ohini Jonez recently joined forces with E-Clipse and here’s the Georgia natives’ latest cut entitled “Headstones.” Congrats to Ohini, who will begin his first tour as part of the duo in the upcoming months.

Add-2: Shots Fired [prod by Trumaine]

by Justin February 11, 2011 Singles

To celebrate his “Dream Girl” music video being featured on MTVU, Add-2 decided to leak his new song “Shots Fired” produced by Trumaine. The Chicago emcee is scheduled to shoot a couple more videos soon, so expect to see some visuals in the near future.

Introducing KN Radio!

by Kevin February 11, 2011 Exclusive

Thanks to the good people at Earbits.com, KN now has its own online radio station! That’s right, a station just for us, providing 24/7 commercial free hip hop. Check the image at the top left of the site and click to launch. As the station is brand new, we will be fine tuning the playlist [...]

We’re Headed to Las Vegas!

by Kevin February 11, 2011 Sponsored Events

In celebration of the annual MAGIC Trade Show in Las Vegas, HiPNOTT Records & KevinNottingham.com along with Cypher Lounge Radio Present The Originators Suite Party. If you’re in Sin City next week for the MAGIC Show, come meet us at the Madalay Bay Tuesday night, February 15th. Performing live will be HiPNOTT recording artist Raven [...]

NYOIL: I Wish I Never Was An Emcee

by Kevin February 11, 2011 Singles

NYOIL over some smooth EOM production. Not sure if this is new or old. The date on Bandcamp says Feb 2010, but NYOIL just shot it over to me with a message, “Fuck Hip Hop.” Dope track nonetheless.

Intuition: Sanctuary [prod by Dibia$e]

by Kevin February 11, 2011 Singles

Intuition hits us with a random loose track, produced by Dibia$e. Congrats to Intuition for making the Paid Dues lineup. Next up, he’ll be releasing a new project with VerBS called Kings EP.

hasHBrown: Degree Of Difficulty (feat. Thurogood & Dustin Prestige)

by Carsten February 11, 2011 Singles

Here is “Degree Of Difficulty,” the second track off hasHBrown‘s upcoming EP, Relationsh*t, which is dropping this Valentine’s Day. Enjoy!

Emazin + Talib Kweli + I Self Devine + Toki Wright: Trackhouse

by Kevin February 11, 2011 Singles

Toki Wright just sent over this new track featuring himself, Emazin, Talib Kweli and I Self Devine. Produced by Vinnie Vendetta.

Slaughterhouse: Slaughterhouse EP

by Robert Baker February 11, 2011 Music Reviews

With their recent deal with Shady Aftermath, things are looking brighter for Hip-Hop’s biggest super group. The fact the group has sustained this long despite their lack of album sales is a testament to the amount of buzz they’ve garnered and continue to generate. Indeed, most dream teams of the past, while promising, have either [...]

Point Blank: Drafts EP

by Kevin February 11, 2011 Hot Download

We’ve all heard jazz-sampled hip hop. Point Blank takes his EP one step further with a live jazz band backing him up. Props to WIB for shedding light on this one!

Khrysis on Native Instruments MASCHINE

by Kevin February 11, 2011 Around The Net

Producer Khrysis, one half of The Away Team and recognized for his work with Little Brother, Talib Kweli, Hall Of Justus, Jean Grae, and more, sits down with Native Instruments to discuss his process for making beats, and how the Maschine midi-controller plays a key role in his creative process. Hit the jump to see [...]