May 2011

Ohini Jonez: Nigger (Filthy)

by Justin May 19, 2011 Singles

Ohini Jonez is back with an extremely poignant and personal record entitled “Nigger (Filthy).” Here’s some background on the track from man himself. It’s based around when I was dealing with a female, we were “friends with benefits. “I just casually asked why we weren’t together, she said it was because I was dark. Hence this song.

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The ILLZ: ILLYTAL (Portishead Remix) [Music Video]

by Justin May 19, 2011 Music Videos

The ILLZ releases some wild visuals for his Portishead remix ”ILLYTAL” from his In Between Video Series mixtape. If you missed it when it dropped last year, make sure you download the project here.

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Apollo The Great: NASA [Music Video]

by Justin May 19, 2011 Music Videos

Apollo The Great’s latest single “NASA” gets the visual treatment courtesy of ThorobredFilmz. The song is taken from his latest mixtape Apollo 21 which you can download here.

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Adebisi: Rhythmatic [Music Video]

by Justin May 19, 2011 Music Videos

The homie Q over at TheMadBloggers.com sent over some visuals Adebisi shot for his joint “Rhythmatic.” The track appears on the Wisconsin emcee’s Blaxploitation mixtape, which was released last month.

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Ray Cash: Champagne Talk

by Justin May 19, 2011 Hot Download

Cleveland emcee Ray Cash, best known for his 2006 album C.O.D. & the single “Bumpin My Music” featuring Scarface, drops his new mixtape Champagne Talk. Ray’s latest project includes 16 cuts with guest appearances by Krayzie Bone, Paul Wall, Chip Tha Ripper, The Kickdrums & Clockwork. Tracklist & link after the jump.

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Chris Read: Classic Material Edition #6 (1992)

by J. Rizzle May 19, 2011 Downloads

This is Classic Material Edition #6 (1992) by Chris Read, hit it at the jump and enjoy.

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Chris Read: Classic Material Edition #5 (1991)

by J. Rizzle May 19, 2011 Downloads

Here’s Classic Material Edition #5 (1991) by Chris Read, grab it at the jump and enjoy.

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Rasheed Chappell Freestyle on Toca Tuesdays

by Thomas May 18, 2011 Music Videos

Sheed on Tony Touch’s show this week to show off his skills. Future Before Nostalgia hits stores July 12.

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Cormega: I Made A Difference (feat Redman, General Steele, Lil’ Fame, Stic.man & Maya Azucena)

by Justin May 18, 2011 Singles

Cormega drops his posse cut tribute to Haiti “I Made A Difference” featuring Redman, General Steele of Smif-N-Wessun, Lil’ Fame of M.O.P, Stic.man of Dead Prez & Maya Azucena. Mega’s new album Raw Forever, featuring The Revelations, is scheduled to drop on June 7th.

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Pete Rock & Smif-N-Wessun: That’s Hard (feat Sean Price & Styles P)

by Justin May 18, 2011 Singles

Pete Rock & Smif-N-Wessun gives us another preview of their highly anticipated LP, this time with the heater “That’s Hard” featuring Sean Price & Styles P (no download link though, just a stream). After multiple delays, the Pete, Tek & Steele’s longa awaited album Monumental will finally be released June 28th on Duck Down Records. Pete Rock & [...]

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Jon Mercure: Moses’ Pirate (I’m On) [Music Video]

by Justin May 18, 2011 Music Videos

New Orleans emcee Jon Mercure drops some visuals for his self produced track “Moses’ Pirate (I’m On).” The song appears on Mercure’s impressive free LP Surrender To Win, which was released back in February.

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Boo Rossini: Da Storm x M.I. Crooked Letter (feat Big K.R.I.T.)

by Justin May 18, 2011 Singles

I used to be a big fan of Boo Rossini’s work back in his days with Tha Camp (Max Minelli, C-Loc, Young Bleed, etc.) but since he linked up with Jeezy & USDA a few years ago, he’s become a pretty generic trap rapper. It’s a shame that an event like the Mississippi River floods would be what brings [...]

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John Dew: Hardtop [Music Video]

by Justin May 18, 2011 Music Videos
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“Hardtop” John Dew OFFICIAL Canon 7D MUSIC VIDEO from Alexis Mendez on Vimeo. John Dew gives the visual treatment to his banger “Hardtop” produced by Chris Rockaway. The track appears on the Houston emcee’s original Summertime Johnny EP, which you can download here.

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Moe Green: Extra Extra

by Justin May 18, 2011 Singles

Moe Green gets outspoken on his latest cut “Extra Extra” produced by Cash Martin. The Bay Area emcee’s new EP Lionheart, presented by OnSmash & BEARWITNESS, is coming soon.

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Passalacqua: Words With Friends

by Justin May 18, 2011 Singles

“Words With Friends” is a new joint from Detroit duo Passalacqua, comprised of Mister and Cold Men Young’s Blaksmith. If you like what you hear, you can download their self titled debut EP via their Bandcamp page.

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Rah Digga: You Got It [Remix] (feat Torae & Styles P)

by Justin May 18, 2011 Singles

After featuring no guests on her last album, Rah Digga continues to bring out some heavy hitters for the remixes. The former Flipmode Squad member is back this time with the Nottz produced remix “You Got It” featuring Torae & Styles P. Rah Digga’s album Classic is in stores now.

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Knesecary: Devil’s Pie Flow

by Justin May 18, 2011 Singles

Knesecary rocks over the DJ Premier produced “Devil’s Pie” by D’Angelo for his latest flow. Look out for more new music from the Dallas emcee in the coming weeks.

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SpitRaw: Lost & Found

by Justin May 18, 2011 Hot Download

SpitRaw has been featured as a guest on a few projects that have appeared here on KN.com, but now the New Orleans emcee brings us his debut LP Lost & Found. The Super Ugly member’s solo project includes 10 track with production by Prospek, Dubb, Quest, Jae Chambers & more. Tracklist & link after the jump. If you’d [...]

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Please Listen To My DEMOS, Vol. 1 [Mixtape]

by Kevin May 18, 2011 Hot Download

In promotion for the upcoming music documentary, DEMOS: An Independent Artist’s Guide To Success, we hosted a contest for independent artists to submit their “demo” for a chance to have their music included in our upcoming promotional mixtapes. Over 150 submissions were received and 36 artists won a spot. In addition, one track in particular [...]

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DJ Rhettmatic: 36 Deadly Darts – (The Official Ghostface Killah Doll Mix CD)

by J. Rizzle May 18, 2011 DJ Wednesdays

To kill 2 birds with one stone, giving a banging mix by DJ Rhettmatic (the Beatjunkies) and wishing Ghostface Killah a Happy Belated Birthday (May 9th), we give you The Official Ghostface Killah Doll Mix, hit it at the jump and enjoy.

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