August 2011

Poe Mack: Soul Of A Mack

by Justin August 12, 2011 Hot Download

DotGotIt.com & 2WordsTheTop.com present the new album from Poe Mack, Soul Of A Mack. The latest project from the Virginia emcee includes 15 cuts and features guest appearances by King Mez, Jones Andrews & ILLPO.

Sadat X: No Features

by Michael Kaminsky August 11, 2011 Music Reviews

Sadat X doesn’t speak to his listener as a preacher would to his congregation, nor does he speak as a wise emcee often does to an up-and-coming youngin’—X speaks as a man who must divulge his thoughts and beliefs through the art of rhymes. And what Sadat X believes, he raps, and what he raps, [...]

J. Cole: Any Given Sunday #2

by Thomas August 11, 2011 Downloads

Here is the second installment of J. Cole‘s “Sunday Series” leading up to his debut album hitting stores 9/27. Hit the jump for his words on the 3 song release, tracklist, and link to his site for the download.

Self Scientific: God’s Language [Music Video]

by Thomas August 11, 2011 Music Videos

http://vimeo.com/moogaloo

“God’s Language” is one of my favorites from the Trials Of The Blackhearted EP. Todd Angkasuwan visuals match well with the song’s lyrics. Good stuff.

KON (Knowledge Over Nonsense): Victory Lap [Music Video]

by Thomas August 11, 2011 Downloads

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZjbYhJHLuw

Knowledge Over Nonsense (KON) releases an inspirational song/video about reaching his dream of becoming an artist over lush keys and thumping drums. Hit the cut for a digi pack that inlcudes “Victory Lap,” the video, and “On My Way.”

Daily Bread: The Trenches (feat. Sean Born) [Apollo Brown Remix]

by Thomas August 11, 2011 Downloads

Mello Music Group and Daily Bread (Hassaan Mackey & Apollo Brown) release a remix to “The Trenches” from their debut self titled album. I still prefer the original, but this will sit nicely as track 16 on iPod. Peep what they have to say about the track. The Vinyl edition of Daily Bread hits stores [...]

Artist Spotlight: G.Huff & Vice Souletric Beats

by Kevin August 11, 2011 Artist Spotlight

G.Huff and Vice Souletric Beats recently released their album Where Do We Go From Here? which has features from Reks, Buff1, Guilty Simpson, Termanology and Ruste Juxx to name a few. We decided to help spread the word on this dope album and put the emcee/producer duo in the spotlight.

Sonny Bonoho: Jermaine EP

by Justin August 11, 2011 Exclusive

We here at KN.com are proud to bring you the latest project from Sonny Bonoho, the Jermaine EP. Fresh off touring with emerging star B.o.B, Sonny releases a short EP full of his signature light-hearted rhymes backed by production from the likes of Tommy Gunz, Trox & Croup. The 5 track project includes guest appearances by [...]

DTMD: You [Music Video]

by Justin August 11, 2011 Music Videos

While most folks would probably say someone J. Cole will be releasing the most anticipated debut album, I’ll be much more interested in the debut LP from DTMD. Dunc & Toine dropped the amazing The Basics EP last year and now will be releasing Makin’ Dollas on Mello Music Group very soon. As the emcee/producer tandem gears up [...]

Bentley: Everyday [Music Video]

by Justin August 11, 2011 Music Videos

Bentley’s been making show stealing guest appearances on various Slow Motion Soundz project for awhile now, but the Huntsville emcee is finally going to release a solo project very soon. The MIDIMarc produced “Everyday” is the first leak & video off Bentley’s Books ‘N Guns mixtape, which will serve as prelude to his debut album [...]

Cole Boyz: Marching 2 Zion [Music Video]

by Justin August 11, 2011 Music Videos

Back in January, Alabama natives the Cole Boyz released their very impressive debut Da Heartz Of Dixie. If you’ve been sleeping on these guys, checking out these visuals for their powerful cut “Marching 2 Zion” and cop the LP!

Nappy Roots & Organized Noize: Nappy Dot Org Webisode #7

by Justin August 11, 2011 Coming Soon

Big V of Nappy Roots speaks on what it was like recording with the legendary Organized Noize in the 7th making of Nappy Dot Org webisode. The historic collaboration LP from Nappy Roots & Organized Noize will be released on September 27th via AVJ Records.

Good Company: The Dream [Remix] (feat Jasiri X)

by Justin August 11, 2011 Singles

Earlier this year, Ayatollah Jaxx & Fundamental released their debut album This Time Next Year and the duo brings back the Jasiri X assisted “The Dream” for a remix. The Good Company track speaks a variety of topics including police brutality, Terry Jones’ burning of the Qu’ran and Tyler Perry.

Big A (of Embassy Music Board): Extraordinary Dream [Music Video]

by Justin August 11, 2011 Music Videos

Embassy Music Board member Big A is back with the music video for his “Extraordinary Dream” single. The track will appear on the Atlanta emcee’s solo debut 2nd Session, which is coming soon.

Uptown XO: Black America [Music Video]

by Justin August 11, 2011 Music Videos

Diamond District member Uptown XO drops some visuals for his single “Black America” off his upcoming solo LP. The DMV emcee’s Monumental II, produced entirely by A.B. The Pro, will be released on August 30th.

Danny Brown: XXX [Artwork & Tracklist]

by Thomas August 11, 2011 Coming Soon

Danny Brown will release his first album on Fool’s Gold records for FREE next Monday, August 15. I hope they press up some limited edition CD’s or something. Anyway peep what the label says about the album and hit the jump for the tracklist/production credits. We’re proud to announce that Fool’s Gold is going to [...]

Illmind Presents: The Fortilive I Vs. I Remix Contest

by Justin August 11, 2011 Contests

Illmind has teamed up with Coalmind Records for one of the biggest remix contests yet. Producers have the chance to remix the entire I Vs. I album from Illmind’s group Fortilive and win an amazing package of prizes. Hit the jump for the full details, deadlines, a list of all the prizes and everything else [...]

Young De & Scoop DeVille: What’s Good!? (Remix) [Music Video] (feat. Cliqou Nico & Brevi)

by Carsten August 11, 2011 Music Videos

Young De & Scoop Deville release the music video to the “What’s Good!?” remix. Their collabo EP, Neva LOOK Back, is coming soon.

The Show: Breakfast In Bed [prod by Mannie Fresh]

by Justin August 11, 2011 Singles

The Show, who you may know as a member of The Rap Pack, drops off his new single “Breakfast In Bed” produced by his mentor Mannie Fresh. The New Orleans emcee’s next solo mixtape Downman On Back 3 is due out later this year, but you can download The Rap Pack’s Suit Music Vol. 1 right [...]

William Cooper: Beware Of The Pale Horse (feat Ill Bill) [Music Video]

by Justin August 11, 2011 Music Videos

William Cooper continues the push on his solo debut Beware Of The Pale Horse with some visuals for the title track featuring Ill Bill. Make sure you cop the Black Market Militia member’s LP, which is in stores now.

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