June 2011

Ski Beatz: Lookin’ For Me (feat. LEP & Terri Walker) [Music Video]

by Thomas June 30, 2011 Music Videos
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The first video off of Ski Beatz‘ 24 Hour Karate School II, dropping August 9th. The video is directed by Jonah Schwartz. Bonus video of Ski cooking up a track underneath.

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Apollo Brown: Tao Te Ching [Music Video]

by Thomas June 30, 2011 Music Videos

Apollo Brown‘s “Clouds” has been one of the most talked about instrumental projects of the year. So, just before Apollo releases his new project with Hassaan Mackey (Daily Bread), he has decided to release a short animated feature to play as a companion to the “Clouds” track “Tao Te Ching”. “A Solitary Crane In Winter [...]

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Devin The Dude Presents Coughee Brothaz: The Game Don’t Love Nobody

by Justin June 30, 2011 Singles

Back in April the Coughee Brothaz released their album Fresh Brew on iTunes and will now be releasing physical copies this Tuesday. In anticipation of the CD release, Devin The Dude & company drop “The Game Don’t Love Nobody” which won’t appear on the LP. Props to DGB.

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B. James: Dopeman Music x In My Blood [Music Video]

by Justin June 30, 2011 Music Videos

If you bought Scarface’s Dopeman Music, you probably recognize B. James as one of the two relatively unknown emcees the legend featured all over the album (the other being Monk Kaza).The Detroit native just released two visuals off his Almost There mixtape: “Dopeman Music” seen above and “In My Blood” which you can watch after [...]

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Ghostface Killah, Sean Price & Trife Diesel: Laced Cheeba

by Justin June 30, 2011 Singles

Ghostface Killah, Sean Price & Trife Diesel team up on “Laced Cheeba” and the results are as dope as it looks on paper. The track will appear on the new Wu-Tang Clan compilation Legendary Weapons, the follow-up to 2009′s Chamber Music, which will be released July 26th on E1 Music. Laced Cheeba [feat. Ghostface Killah, [...]

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9th Wonder To Finally Release Oft-Delayed Album The Wonder Years

by Justin June 30, 2011 News

Most considered 9th Wonder’s The Wonder Years shelved for good, but the producer has announced the long awaited album will finally be released on September 27th. Originally scheduled to be released in January of 2008, the LP experience constant delays for the next two years. Looking at some of the artists involved, it looks like [...]

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Pete Rock & Smif-N-Wessun Issue Official Statement On Police Brutality Incident

by Justin June 30, 2011 News

If you haven’t heard, Pete Rock & Smif-N-Wessun’s release party wasn’t much of a celebration due to the NYPD’s actions at the Tammany Hall. Here is the trio’s official statement on what happened on Tuesday: On Tuesday, June 28th, Pete Rock, Tek & Steele (of Smif N Wessun) were celebrating the release of their collaborative album, [...]

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DJ JS-1: Reppin NY [DJ Premier Mix]

by Justin June 30, 2011 Singles

DJ Premier jumps in to add his signature touch on DJ JS-1′s single “Reppin NY” featuring Freddie Foxxx, Joell Ortiz & Lil’ Fame. The original appears on JS-1′s new album Ground Original 3 (No One Cares) which is in stores now.

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Rebellious: You Can’t Stop Me Now [prod by J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League]

by Justin June 30, 2011 Singles

South Carolina duo Rebellious drops one of their illest tracks to date, “You Can’t Stop Me Now” produced by J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League. If you haven’t already, make sure you download Shawt & G’s latest project The Carolina Blueprint II (93 Octane).

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AF The Naysayer & Luke St. John: The A.M. [Music Video]

by Justin June 30, 2011 Music Videos
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The A.M. – AF The Naysayer x Luke St. John from tyler russell on Vimeo. AF The Naysayer and Luke St. John drops some visuals for their short but dope track “The A.M.” which was released earlier this year. If you missed it, make sure you check out Luke St. John’s Vivid Vibes sampler here.

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Cyclops: Speed Racin (feat Notion & Cee) [prod by Half Centric]

by Justin June 30, 2011 Singles

Cyclops enlists the help of Notion & Cee for his latest leak “Speed Racin” produced by Half Centric. The track may appear on The Plexiglass Fountain member’s solo album The Red Morning Sky, which we here at KN.com are sponsoring.

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Drums & Ammo: Vol. 1 Compilation (feat DaVinci, Bambu & C-Plus) [Music Video]

by Justin June 30, 2011 Music Videos

Drums & Ammo put together this video featuring a medley of tracks from their new EP with rhymes provided by DaVinci, Bambu & C-Plus. The production crew’s Volume 1 (Extra Clip) EP is available now for free download.

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General Monks (Planet Asia & TriState): Bar Season [Music Video]

by Justin June 30, 2011 Music Videos

The General Monks give the visual treatment to their celebratory anthem ”Bar Season” off their free LP. You can download Planet Asia & TriState’s Each Step Becomes Elevated right now.

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Rasheed Chappell: The Best Of….

by Thomas June 30, 2011 Downloads

Rasheed Chappell will be releasing his debut album, Future Before Nostalgia produced entirely by the legendary Kenny Dope on July 12. Before FBN drops I put together a 16 track compilation of some of Sheed’s best work according to me! I think this sample will give everyone who may have missed out an idea of [...]

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Co$$: Before I Awoke

by Jeff Leon June 29, 2011 Album Reviews

On Before I Awoke, the long-awaited debut of West coast rapper Co$$, duality is the dominant theme. From his guest spots on tracks from artists such as Fashawn and Blu to his collaborations with producers like Numonics and Exile, the Los Angeles rapper presents himself as a man with a conflicted mind – caught between the [...]

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Goines (of Suga City): Something To Lose LP

by Justin June 29, 2011 Hot Download

DJBooth.net, Conduit Ent. & SMKA present the new street album from Arkansas emcee Goines, the Something To Lose LP. The Suga City member gives you 12 original cuts on his latest solo project with production by SMKA, The Skouts, Blaze, KEV & Apollo Lane. Tracklist & link after the jump.

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Apathy: Check To Check [Music Video]

by Justin June 29, 2011 Music Videos

Apathy recently released the Evidence produced “Check To Check” as the first leak off his upcoming LP and now gives it the visual treatment. The Demigodz emcee’s Honkey Kong drops August 23rd and features production by DJ Premier, Pete Rock, DJ Muggs, Da Beatminerz, Statik Selektah & many more.

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Luke St. John: Vivid Vibes [Sampler]

by Justin June 29, 2011 Singles

Luke St. John gives a preview of what’s to come later this year with the Vivid Vibes sampler, produced entirely by Wesxlee. Look out for the Baton Rouge emcee’s The Continuation Of Act 1 in the fall. Hit the jump for the link.

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Black Rob: Celebration

by Justin June 29, 2011 Singles

With the 4th of July just around the corner, Black Rob drops this fitting leak “Celebration” produced by David Shapiro. The track will appear on Rob’s comeback album Game Tested, Streets Approved which drops July 26th on Duck Down Records. Black Rob “Celebration” by duckdown

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DMG x Illmind Present The Destiny Remix Contest

by Justin June 29, 2011 Contests

Illmind has teamed with Diamond Music Group and Classic Material NY for the “Destiny” Remix Contest. Producers will be remixing Moke & Tone’s “Destiny” originally produced by Illmind for a chance to win this great prize package. Calling all producers!! Diamond Music Group has paired up with b.l.a.p. frontman !llmind & the NY based boutique [...]

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