June 2011

Oddisee: Al Mawrada

by Justin June 16, 2011 Singles

Mello Music Group brings another bonus cut off Oddisee’s instrumental album Odd Seasons, “Al Mawrada” off the free 7″ vinyl that comes with physical copies of the LP. Make sure you grab a copy of the Low Budget Crew member’s instrumental compilation, which is in stores now. Al Mawrada by Mello Music Group

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J. Cole: Work Out

by Justin June 16, 2011 Singles

J. Cole drops the first single off his highly anticipated debut, “Work Out” produced by himself & Elite. There’s still no release date for this the Carolina emcee’s LP, but does this song have you more or less excited for Cole’s album?

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Fiend: Type Of Cat (feat Big Sant & Smoke DZA) [Music Video]

by Justin June 16, 2011 Music Videos

Fiend debuts the first official video off his Life Behind Limo Glass mixtape, “Type Of Cat” featuring Big Sant & Smoke DZA. You can download the New Orleans emcee’s latest project, his 3rd release this year, here if you haven’t already.

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CyHi Da Prynce: Royal Flush 2

by Justin June 16, 2011 Hot Download

Late pass but here’s CyHi Da Prynce’s Royal Flush 2, the sequel to the G.O.O.D. Music artist’s mixtape from last year. The Atlanta emcee’s latest project includes 20 cuts with guest appearances by YelaWolf, Pill, Pusha T, B.o.B & Big Sean with production provided by No I.D, Kanye West, Symbolyc One, Lil’ C, Shawty Redd, J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League [...]

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Mistah F.A.B: Oakland [Panther Remix]

by Justin June 16, 2011 Singles

With the release of the BART officer who killed Oscar Grant, Mistah F.A.B. releases an updated version of “Oakland” featuring Shady Nate, Big Fase Mel & Zar The Dip. The track will also be featured on the soundtrack of the upcomig documentary Holdin’ Weight.

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Action Pac: Summer of ’96

by J. Rizzle June 16, 2011 Downloads

This classic mixtape takes us back to the Summer of ’96, grab it at the cut and enjoy. Source: 238 Beats

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Ron G: Whateva Man

by J. Rizzle June 16, 2011 Downloads

Here’s a classic mixtape from the Youngest in Charge…Rooonnnnn G., Enjoy!

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Open Thought Surgery: A Breakdown Of Ben Westhoff’s Dirty South

by Justin June 15, 2011 Analysis

As a Louisiana native, I was excited and nervous when I first heard that a book on my regions contributions to Hip Hop was being written. I wondered—how would the writer tell the story of the Dirty South? I was instantly intrigued but sadly found that most of my worries and low expectations were justified [...]

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Pacewon & Mr. Green: Ever Since [Music Video]

by Justin June 15, 2011 Music Videos

Pacewon & Mr. Green give the visual treatment to their new single “Ever Since” off their 2nd LP as a duo. The Only Number That Matters Is Won has no release date yet, but is expected to be released later this summer with guest appearances made by Masta Ace, Snoop Dogg & a few surprises.

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Junclassic: Bust Ya Melon [Live]

by Kevin June 15, 2011 Music Videos

HiPNOTT Records’ emcee Junclassic performs the new single, “Bust Ya Melon” from his upcoming project with UK producers Jazz Spastiks entitled Mode 7.  Look out for the full single to drop soon, as well as the official video. But as you can tell from the crowds’ reaction here, this one’s a banger! Mode 7 drops [...]

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Tupac’s Shooter Reveals Himself on Pac’s 40th Birthday

by Kevin June 15, 2011 News

AllHipHop.com just broke the news that the person responsible for the 1994 Quad Studios shooting of Tupac Shakur is an associate of James “Jimmy Henchman” Rosemond. Dexter Isaac, a former friend of Rosemond, admitted to the offense last night and said he was paid $2,500 for the deed.  Isacc is currently serving life in prison [...]

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Producers Wanted for Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival Mixtape

by Kevin June 15, 2011 News

Brooklyn Bodega is proud to announce a brand new partnership with online Pro Audio and DJ equipment store Unique Squared that is providing a Mobile Studio on-site for the Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival (BHF) on Saturday, July 16th.

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Pete Rock & Smif N Wessun: Monumental (feat Tyler Woods)

by Kevin June 15, 2011 Singles

The title track from Pete Rock & Smif N Wessun’s upcoming album Monumental out June 28th on Duck Down Music. The song features Tyler Woods and vocals by Pete Rock.

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U-God, Cappadonna, Bronze Nazareth & RZA: 225 Rounds

by Justin June 15, 2011 Singles

The Revelations leaked another joint off the upcoming Wu-Tang Clan compilation, “225 Rounds” featuring U-God, Cappadonna, Bronze Nazareth & RZA. It’s good to hear Cappa really go off on a verse like this even though RZA sounds like he just woke up. Legendary Weapons, originally slated for a late June, is now scheduled to be released [...]

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Gameboi: Act Right (feat Rapper Big Pooh) [prod by 14KT]

by Kevin June 15, 2011 Singles

Gameboi’s Freshman of the Year EP drops this Friday. Here’s a track with Rapper Big Pooh, produced by 14KT.

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Luck-One: Sounds Of My City [Music Video]

by Justin June 15, 2011 Music Videos

Luck-One drops some visuals to the dope cut “Sounds Of My City” off his new solo album True Theory. If you haven’t already, make sure you support the talented Portland emcee by copping the LP today.

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TreaZon: Visions

by Kevin June 15, 2011 Hot Download

Cleveland artist TreaZon releases his free album Visions, containing features from Nero, QuESt, Ernie Gaines & more.

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Curtiss King: 21Sev7n [Music Video]

by Kevin June 15, 2011 Music Videos

New video from Curtiss King’s upcoming EP, DIY, presented by Black Cloud Music x Ashley Outrageous.

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Method Man Speaks On Odd Future Comparisons To Wu-Tang, New Album Crystal Meth

by Justin June 15, 2011 Around The Net

During the Wu-Tang Clan’s stop in the UK, SoulCulture.co.uk & TheHipHopChronicle.com caught up with Johnny Blaze for his thoughts on a variety of topics. In the above video, Method Man speaks on the OFWGKTA/Wu-Tang comparison and gives his thoughts on the group. After the jump, you can see HHC’s extended interview with Tical as he [...]

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DJ JS-1: Last To Know (feat Tonedeff)

by Kevin June 15, 2011 Singles

Everybody’s a critic, but not necessarily an expert, and although DJ JS-1 has been in the game for years, he still has to endure a seemingly endless amount of empty advice and double-talk. The other week, JS-1, along with featured guest and long-time collaborator Tonedeff, released the video for “Last To Know.” The single, now [...]

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