April 2011

Artist Spotlight: JYoung The General

by Kevin April 19, 2011 Artist Spotlight

Earlier today, we presented to you the new EP from Michigan emcee JYoung The General. Now it’s time to put him in the spotlight. Hit the jump to get to know JYoung…

One Dae: Play By Play (feat Evidence)

by Kevin April 19, 2011 Singles

In celebration of Coalmine Records five year anniversary, the Brooklyn-based indie is pleased to present you with their latest offering, Can You Dig It? This digital-only full length compilation contains 15 tracks of the label’s singles catalog, which spans the greater half of the past decade. Featured artists include El Da Sensei, Bekay, Brown Bag [...]

Truck North: Latest Greatest

by Kevin April 19, 2011 Singles

The Money Making Jam Boy, Truck North, delivers a quick freestyle over Evidence’s “Fear and Loathing”. He is working on his solo efforts, while continuously working with his MMJB crew. Here is the “Latest Greatest” freestyle….

Mr. J. Medeiros: Saudade [Album Cover]

by Kevin April 19, 2011 Coming Soon

Here’s the official album artwork for Mr. J. Medeiros‘ upcoming album, Saudade, which finally has a release date: June 14th! The cover washand-painted by Nathan Travis, an extremely talented artists and childhood friend of J’s. A week ago, we reported that Medeiros started an IndieGoGo campaign to help fund the new album. Amazingly, he reached [...]

Toki Wright & Scarub: Last Call [prod by The Commission]

by Kevin April 19, 2011 Singles

Rhymesayers/Soul Tools and Living Legends connect again as Toki Wright and Scarub release the track “Last Call” before hitting the road for three shows in Colorado. Produced by The Commission. "Last Call" – Toki Wright & Scarub – Produced by The Commission by Soul Tools Entertainment

Action Bronson: Consensual Rape [prod by Tommy Mas]

by Justin April 19, 2011 Singles

Action Bronson’s back from the lab with a fresh new joint called “Consensual Rape” produced by Tommy Mas. Make sure you cop the New York emcee’s new album Dr. Lecter, which is in stores now.

Win a Pair of Tickets to Red Bull Thre3style DJ Competition

by Kevin April 19, 2011 Contests

For the second year in a row, Red Bull Thre3style is taking place in Brooklyn. Nine local DJs will compete in 15 minute intervals and play a set of at least three different genres. The winner of Red Bull Thre3style will take home a $1,000 prize check and a trip to DC to compete in [...]

Atmosphere: Which Way Is Up (feat Aesop Rock)

by Justin April 19, 2011 Singles

Atmosphere recently released another outstanding album in The Family Sign, but here’s a track that was not featured on the new LP. Aesop Rock joins Slug on this dope cut entitled “Which Way Is Up” produced by Ant. Make sure you support Slug & Ant’s latest album which is in stores now.

Prodigy: The Ellsworth Bumpy Johnson EP

by Justin April 19, 2011 Hot Download

Complex presents the first Prodigy project since his release from prison, The Ellsworth Bumpy Johnson EP. The Mobb Deep member delivers 7 new tracks with production by The Alchemist, Sid Roams & King Benny. Tracklist & link after the jump.

Blue Scholars: John DeLorean

by Justin April 19, 2011 Singles

Geo & Sabzi were discussing what super powers they would choose if they could have one, with Geo picking time travel. This discussion sparked their latest leak, “John DeLorean”, which he had written about previously. The Kickstarter Campaign for Blue Scholars’ Cinemetropolis is winding down with just a few days left. Make sure you pledge [...]

Moe Green: Masterpiece

by Justin April 19, 2011 Singles

Moe Green is putting the finishing touches on his Lionheart EP & comes through with a new leak off the project called “Masterpiece.” The Bay Area emcee’s OnSmash sponsored project will drop next month and serve as a prelude to his full length album To Whom It May Concern.

Elzhi: Elmatic Promo Video

by Justin April 19, 2011 Coming Soon

Elzhi’s much anticipated Elmatic will finally be released on May 10th, and the skilled lyricist has released this promo video giving us a sneak peak of the long overdue project.

Blaq Poet: Hood Talk [prod by Stu Bangas]

by Justin April 19, 2011 Singles

Stu Bangas provides a raw instrumental for Blaq Poet’s latest single “Hood Talk.” The track is the first off the Screwball member’s upcoming album Blaq Poet Society due out June 21st.

Neek The Exotic & Large Professor: Still On The Hustle [Music Video]

by Justin April 19, 2011 Music Videos

Neek The Exotic & Large Professor give the visual treatment to the title track of their upcoming collaboration LP Still On The Hustle. The album is scheduled to drop May 17th and includes guest appearances & production by Lord Finesse, Joell Ortiz & Marco Polo.

Killer Mike: Good*Fella Media Interview Pt. 1

by Justin April 19, 2011 Around The Net

Good*Fella Media caught up with the one & only Killer Mike, who spoke on a variety of topics outside of his music. Mike tells how his grandmother wasn’t happy with his Grammy Award, his exploits as a child, being readmitted to Morehouse and more. PL3DGE drops next month!

JYoung The General: Black History Year: Installment Two

by Kevin April 19, 2011 Hot Download

Michigan emcee JYoung The General has joined forces with KevinNottingham.com and dN|Be Apparel to present the second installment of his Black History Year series. Just like the first installment which was released a year ago, Black History Year Installment Two is executively produced by Nick Speed (who has produced for G-Unit, Danny Brown and Elzhi). [...]

Rest In Peace Guru (July 17th, 1961 – April 19th, 2010)

by Justin April 19, 2011 Rest In Peace

It’s hard to believe it’s been a year since hip hop lost one of the all-time greats, Keith Elam aka Guru. The legend may be gone, but he’ll never be forgotten as the Gang Starr legacy will live forever. R.I.P. Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal!

Skinny-C: Watch This (Remix feat K. Sparks)

by Kevin April 19, 2011 Singles

A couple of weeks ago, Skinny-C dropped the video to “Watch This” from last year’s project with Nobody Famous, the 110 EP. Now K. Sparks helps Skinny out with the official remix. I Got This (Remix) ft. K. Sparks by Skinny-C

Jett I Masstyr: Relationsh*t Instrumentals

by Justin April 19, 2011 Downloads

Jett I Masstyr brings you the instrumentals for hasHBrown’s Relationsh*t EP, which dropped earlier this year. In addition to the instrumentals, H.I.S.D. member DJ Flash Gordon Parks put together a mix of the samples used by the Houston producer. Tracklist & link after the jump.

Lupid Ocampo: WYSIBC

by J. Rizzle April 19, 2011 Downloads

In November 2010 Lupid Ocampo released the WYSIBC EP. The concept was to write tunes that should be more like a sketch book of ideas reflecting the musical changes he has been through . Hit it at the jump

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