August 2011

No One (Noni Spitz & Dae One): The Substance [Artwork + Tracklist]

by Kevin August 20, 2011 Coming Soon

Here’s another album I’m anticipating… simply because Dae One is a beast on the beats! This one drops on August 30th. Check their official website for physical copies.

The Away Team: Scars & Stripes [Album Artwork + Tracklist]

by Kevin August 20, 2011 Coming Soon

The Away Team (Emcee Sean Boog & producer Khrysis) are set to release their new album Scars & Stripes on October 11th through Jamla / It’s A Wonderful World Music Group / Duck Down Music. Hit the jump for the full press release and tracklist. You can catch the Away Team perform on our Underground [...]

Wanna Be in DEMOS? Come Join Us On Aug 26th!

by Kevin August 19, 2011 Sponsored Events

Raven Sorvino: Reign Coat [Music Video]

by Kevin August 19, 2011 Music Videos

One of my favorite songs EVER from Ms. Sorvino gets the visual treatment courtesy of I.R.S (Imagination Reigns Supreme). Beat produced by Dae One is just fucking sick! Download the track, if you missed it a couple of months ago after the cut. Raven will be dropping her highly anticipated debut album, Paper Girl, on HiPNOTT [...]

KN Certified: Co$$ Rap Up

by Kevin August 19, 2011 KN Certified

In case you hadn’t noticed, Co$$ has been the focus of our attention this week at KN for our new monthly series KN Certified. Special props goes out to Co$$, Tres Records, and Nora Ritchie for helping make this week happen. Thanks to the whole KN staff for their contributions, especially Arasia who brainstormed this [...]

Tokyo Cigar: Operation Remix The Remix (The Devastator Prequel)

by Justin August 19, 2011 Hot Download

The homie Tokyo Cigar drops his new mixtape Operation: Remix The Remix (The Devastator Prequel) hosted by Conspiracy Worldwide Radio’s Menace. The project serves as a companion release to his album Operation: DEVASTATOR that was released earlier this year. The 28 track mixtape is produced entirely by Tokyo Cigar and includes guest appearances by Cyclops, [...]

Prospek: I Sell My Organs On The Black Market (Side A)

by Justin August 19, 2011 Hot Download

Prospek, arguably the best producer in the New Orleans hip hop scene right now, drops his brand new EP I Sell My Organs On The Black Market (Side A). The 9 track project is obviously produced entirely by Prospek and includes guest appearances by Lyrikill, Jon Mercure, Impulss, Melaphyre, L’Daialogue DiCaprio, Elespee, City Sparks, Heata [...]

The Black Sunn & 810: Props (feat King Mez)

by Justin August 19, 2011 Singles

The Black Sunn & 810 enlist the help of King Mez as the three up & coming emcees demand their “Props” on this new leak. The track will appear on the DMV duo’s new project United Division, which drops August 30th. Props (feat. King Mez) by The Black Sunn & 810

Hi Stakes: Make It Right

by Justin August 19, 2011 Singles

Hi Stakez returns with his new cut “Make It Right” off the upcoming project Audiophile. Look for the Houston emcee/producer to release this project in the next few months.

Sadat X: The Prophet [Music Video]

by Justin August 19, 2011 Music Videos

Sadat X gives the visual treatment to his single “The Prophet” produced by Will Tell. The track appears on the Brand Nubian member’s new album No Features [read our review], which is available now.

Chase N. Cashe: Myself [prod by AraabMUZIK]

by Justin August 19, 2011 Singles

Here’s the first leak off Surf Club member Chase N. Cashe’s upcoming mixtape with DJ Drama, “Myself” produced by AraabMUZIK. The New Orleans emcee/producer’s project The Heir Up There will be released very soon. Props to DGB.

FKi: Shit We Do [prod by DJ Spinz]

by Justin August 19, 2011 Music Videos

Atlanta duo FKi is back with this new track and video called “Shit We Do” produced by DJ Spinz. The song will appear on Raye Rich & 1st Down’s project Fuckin Kickin It Vol. 1, which is coming soon.

What’s On Co$$’s iPod?

by Kevin August 19, 2011 KN Certified

To wrap up this week’s KN Certified feature on Co$$, the emcee came through to tell us what he’s currently listening to on his iPod. Much more eclectic than our staff picks… check it after the jump.

Big K.R.I.T: Last King 2 (God’s Machine) [Hosted by DJ Wally Sparks & DJ Break’em Off

by Justin August 18, 2011 Hot Download

Big K.R.I.T. will be releasing his highly anticipated debut Live From the Underground on Def Jam next month, but the talented emcee/producer gives fans Last King 2 (God’s Machine) to hold us over until then. The Mississippi native’s project features 21 tracks and is hosted by DJ Wally Sparks & DJ Break’em Off. The mixtape [...]

KevinNottingham.com Presents The Underground Express [A3C Hip Hop Festival Showcase]

by Kevin August 18, 2011 Sponsored Events

KevinNottingham.com, along with HiPNOTT Records and Cypher Lounge Radio, return to the A3C Hip Hop Festival this October to present The Underground Express. Hosted by Cypher Loung Radio’sHassahn Phenomenon, this year’s showcase will feature performances from Rapper Big Pooh, J-Live, One Be Lo (of Binary Star), El Da Sensei with DJ Puerto-Roc, Khrysis & Sean Boog AKA The Away Team, Boog Brown, Bodega Brovas, The Regiment, Raven Sorvino, Lyric Jones, Torae and Moke & Tone. DeeJaying the event with be HiPNOTT’s [...]

Jay-Z & Kanye West: Watch The Throne

by Arasia Magnetic August 18, 2011 Music Reviews

“Kanye is a musical mastermind, Jay-Z is a rap icon, and Watch The Throne is the album of the decade!” If you agree, I applaud you for recognizing that Ye’ is genius and Jay is an icon. However, WTT is the album of the decade if your definition is built around it being the most [...]

Co$$: Changing Times [prod by Beatnick Dee] (Exclusive)

by Justin August 18, 2011 Exclusive

As you’ve probably noticed, Co$$ has been the major focus of the site this week as our inaugural KN Certified artist. We continue our spotlight on the Cali emcee with this exclusive, previously unreleased track from the vaults. “Changing Times” is produced by Beatnick Dee and was originally recorded by Co$$ in 2009. Enjoy!

Stalley: Chevys & Space Ships [Music Video]

by Justin August 18, 2011 Music Videos

After releasing the critically acclaimed Lincoln Way Nights for free earlier this year, Stalley will now be re-releasing the project for a physical release in the fall. This version will be remastered and include new tracks that did not appear on the original. With this announcement, Stalley has provided some visuals to one of those new [...]

Killa Kyleon: Ballin’ Freestyle

by Justin August 18, 2011 Singles

Killa Kyleon continues his onslaught of any beat in front of him, this time target is Young Jeezy’s “Ballin” instrumental. The freestyle will appear on the Houstn emcee’s mixtape Candy Paint & Texas Plates 2, which drops September 1st.

Ultra Beast (4-Ize & Señor Kaos): Hard To Quit The Rhyme [Music Video]

by Justin August 18, 2011 Music Videos

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Ultrabeast ft. Anthony David – Hard To Quit The Rhyme from Black Box ATL on Vimeo. The homie Señor Kaos has joined forces with 4-Ize as Ultra Beast, and the duo has released their first video for “Hard Quit To Quit The Rhyme” produced by Floyd The Locsmif. The Atlanta based emcees will be performing at [...]

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