March 2011

Nate Dogg: The Best of…

by Kevin March 16, 2011 Hot Download

Why is it that when someone passes, we then decide to celebrate their life? Upon hearing the news that Nate Dogg passed away, I immediately dug through my collection of tracks that Nate Dogg made famous. His voice and his hooks were like that of none other and these songs will forever be remembered because [...]

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Nate Dogg Dies at Age 41

by Kevin March 16, 2011 News

This is absolutely horrifying news, but it seems that West Coast legend, Nate Dogg, has died on Tuesday at the age of 41 in Long Beach, Ca. Though the cause of death is currently unknown, Nate Dogg previously suffered from strokes in 2007 and 2008. Word was officially announced by Nate Dogg’s family via a [...]

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Ritchcraft: SXSW 30 in 30 [Days 19-30]

by Kevin March 16, 2011 Around The Net

We kinda feel behind with these… that’s why I never commit to a daily/weekly promo that any artist does. But Ritchcraft just dropped the final video yesterday so I’m assuming he’s at SXSW now. Canadian producer Ritchcraft (you may know him from his album he put out last year with Intalek, Lives & Vibes) is releasing a [...]

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L.A. Webber: Lock N’ Load + It’s Goin Down

by Kevin March 16, 2011 Singles

Two new leaks from L.A. Webber, off his upcoming project Calm Before The Storm. “Lock N’ Load” produced by Doe Pesci and “It’s Going Down” produced by J. White.

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Maticulous: Body The Beat [Music Video]

by Kevin March 16, 2011 Music Videos

Debut single by Maticulous off of The Maticulous EP (dropping 3/29) featuring Ruste Juxx, RA the Rugged Man, and Rock (Heltah Skeltah). Directed by Nicolas Heller, Houston Yang. Edited by Matt Ferro. Cameos by Brown Bag AllStars members: Soul Khan, The Audible Doctor, J57, DJ E Holla, and DeeJay Element.

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Exile: Sound Is God (feat ADaD) [Music Video]

by Kevin March 16, 2011 Music Videos

New video from Exile’s Radio AM/FM album from last year.

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O.I.S.D: Houston & 1st EP

by Kevin March 16, 2011 Albums Worth Checking

NYC collective O.I.S.D. (comprised of J.O., E.Y.E.Q, Khid 2che, ShowTyme, and J.Monopoly) just released a 9-track EP that’s definitely worth coppin. Featuring production from group members J.Monopoly & J.O. and Brown Bag All Star producer/emcee J57, Houston & 1st is available for $5 via Bandcamp. Totally worth it…

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Eternia & MoSS: To The Future [Music Video]

by Kevin March 16, 2011 Music Videos

Eternia and MoSS release the third video from last year’s album, At Last, in support of Kids Help Phone across Canada.

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Illvibe Collective: Certified (feat Invincible, Bahamadia & Finale) + Authentic Raw (feat Supastition & Reef The Lost Cauze)

by Kevin March 16, 2011 Singles

Here is a couple of leaks from the Philly DJ and production team, Illvibe Collective.  The five-man team comprised of Mr. Sonny James (aka Statik), Panek, Phillee Blunt, Lil Dave and Skipmode have an album dropping at the end of the month on Soulspazm/Fat Beats called All Together Now. From the sound of these two tracks, [...]

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Wax: Scrublife [Mixtape Hosted by DJ Skee]

by Kevin March 15, 2011 Hot Download

We’ve been covering Wax here on KN.com for a few years now with the work he’s done with EOM, Herbal T, Nobody Famous, as well as his solo stuff and YouTube videos. I don’t think he’s ever put out a solo mixtape though. *clap-clap-clap*. Interesting sidenote: Wax is named in this week’s copy of the [...]

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theBREAX: More Of / At The Core [Music Video]

by Kevin March 15, 2011 Music Videos

This week theBREAX release their brand new single “More Of” (produced by Lex Luthorz) from the BREAX OVER mixtape.  The second part of the video also features a snippet of a brand new song from BREAX OVER 2 which will be released in April.  

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Punchline: Clap Your Hands [prod by DJ Soul Clap]

by Kevin March 15, 2011 Singles

Punchline (of eMC) and the homie DJ Soul Clap are working on an album from opposite ends of the world. U.S. (Punchline) and Germany (Soul Clap) unite for a foreign exchange. Here’s the first leak.

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Clear Soul Forces: Gon Get ‘Em (prod. by Hudson Mohawke) [Music Video]

by Thomas March 15, 2011 Music Videos

Clear Soul Forces release the first of many videos from their 2010 EP, The Departure. The four man group of Ilajide, Wimpy, E-Fav, and J-Roc bring the heat over this percussion heavy track from Hudson Mohawke. The video was directed by Gerald Victor. If your feeling the video/song go to their website to download the [...]

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CunninLynguists: Stream & Purchase Oneirology

by Justin March 15, 2011 New Music Releases

Due to heavy bootlegging, the CunninLynguists have made their highly anticipated album Oneirology available now on Bandcamp. You can stream the entire LP & purchase a digital copy for just $9. For those who didn’t get a pre-order and want a physical version, the CD will be in stores March 22nd. Either way, enjoy this [...]

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School Of Sharks: Stop Frontin [prod by Lex Boogie]

by Justin March 15, 2011 Singles

The School Of Sharks provide us with some more of that grilchy hip hop on their new single “Stop Frontin” produced by Lex Boogie. We’ll be teaming with the homie Marq Spekt for special giveaway as he & the crew get closer to the release date of the School Of Sharks mixtape.

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Vandalyzm: Nothing Ass Verse, With A Hook On Beat

by Justin March 15, 2011 Singles

This song title goes right up there with one of the all-time best, although nothing will ever top The Coup’s “Me & Jesus The Pimp In A ’79 Granada Last Night” in my opinion. With SXSW about to kick off, Vandalyzm drops a dope that is exactly what the title says: “Nothing Ass Verse, With [...]

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Cormega & The Revelations: Live & Learn

by Justin March 15, 2011 Singles
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If you recall the Wu-Tang compilation Chamber Music, Cormega got a chance to collaborate with The Revelations on the song “Radiant Jewels” along with Raekwon & Sean Price. Well, Mega & the soul band obviously liked that combination as they’ve recorded an entire album together. J-Ronin sent over the first premiere off the project, “Live [...]

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warrenJae: Before I Lay Vol. II (A Prelude To The Dream Catcher)

by Justin March 15, 2011 Hot Download

As promised yesterday, warrenJae brings you his brand new mixtape Before I Lay Vol. II (A Prelude The Dream Catcher). As we wait on the new project with DJ Black Bill Gates, the talented emcee gives us 9 tracks to hold us over until then. Tracklist is on the cover, hit the jump for the [...]

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Pharoahe Monch: Assassins (feat Jean Grae & Royce Da 5’9)

by Justin March 15, 2011 Singles

I’m sure plenty of our readers have already heard W.A.R. in its entirety, but for those who haven’t, here’s one last leak: “Assassins” featuring Jean Grae & Royce Da 5’9. Pharoahe Monch delivered another amazing LP so make sure you cop the project when hits stores next Tuesday. Assassins” feat. Jean Grae & Royce Da [...]

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C.B. News: Pain [prod by Lee Bannon]

by Justin March 15, 2011 Singles

The homie C.B. News hit me with a new heater entitled “Pain” produced by Lee Bannon. The song is the final leak off his upcoming Brief EP, which drops next month.

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