October 2011

Marcellus: What’s On Your Mind?

by Carsten October 24, 2011 Singles

Here’s a new joint from Marellus, a 18 year old rapper from Cleveland, Ohio. The smooth cut is called “What’s On Your Mind?” and is produced by Eyezlow. No word on where this will end up on. Check it out below.

Statik Selektah: Population Control

by Michael Kaminsky October 23, 2011 Music Reviews

You don’t get much busier than Statik Selektah. Since his last solo/compilation release, 100 Proof (The Hangover), Statik has released albums with Termanology, Freeway, Freddie Gibbs and Bumpy Knuckles. Two weeks following the release of Population Control, he’ll also be releasing Well Done, the highly anticipated Action Bronson collab. He also has a weekly gig [...]

Collective Efforts: Until My Life’s Gone [Nicolay Remix]

by Justin October 23, 2011 Singles

Nicolay is a liberating a few unreleased gems from the vaults and the latest is a remix for one of my favorite groups, Collective Efforts. “Until My Life’s Gone” appeared on the trio’s album Medicine and Nic got a chance to put his spin on it after meeting the group in their hometown of Atlanta in 2006. This remix [...]

No I.D. On The Track Let The Story Begin [Mixed By Rob Pursey & DJ Superix]

by Justin October 23, 2011 Hot Download

Southern Hospitality’s Rob Pursey & DJ Superix put together this compilation of various tracks from the legendary No I.D.’s illustrious career. The two DJ’s take you on a journey through the veteran producer’s discography from classic cuts he’s done with Common, Ghostface Killah & Dug Infinite to some of his latest work with the likes of Killer [...]

E.D. Nix: On My Way Home

by Justin October 23, 2011 Hot Download

New Orleans emcee E.D. Nix has released his brand new solo project entitled On My Way Home. The record include 13 tracks from Nix with production handled by Jon Mercure, 504 Dubb & All Work No Blake as well as guest appearances by Nesby Phips, Paasky, Heata Best, The Legendary J Smith & Rich Semere. Tracklist [...]

Bridget Kelly: Every Girl EP

by Kevin October 23, 2011 Soulful Sundays

Before Bridget Kelly drops here Roc Nation debut album, she gives us a free EP of songs featuring assistance from the likes of Frank Ocean, Ne-Yo, Ester Dean and The-Dream. You may remember Bridget Kelly for filling in for Alicia Keys on “Empire State of Mind” when Jay was on tour. Anyone that can match [...]

Brandee Younger: So Alive (Tensei Remix feat Niia)

by Duane Powell October 23, 2011 Soulful Sundays

Check out this beautiful and cinematic remix of Brooklyn based harpist Brandee Younger featuring singer Niia (first heard on “Sweetest Girl” by Wyclef Jean) done by Chicago based production team Tensei (Plug Research). The track is available as a free download but the team is asking for donations to help support Growing Power, an organization [...]

Hawthorne Headhunters: Myriad of Now EP (Stream)

by Duane Powell October 23, 2011 Soulful Sundays

The dynamic team of St. Louis breed emcee, producer Black Spade and singer Coultrain released their official EP as the newly formed Hawthorne Headhunters this week on the ever so consistent Plug Research label. Heavy 80′s synth laden funk dominate this EP with pulsating, syncopated drum patterns and sometime Parliament-esque vocals. iTunes

Sarah White: Space Madness

by Duane Powell October 23, 2011 Soulful Sundays

At last the Minneapolis born, Brooklyn based singer Sarah White has returned with yet another stunning batch of eclectic and futuristic soul based grooves featuring production from Rico Simon Mendez as well as additional production from Hadyn, PoLo and Teddy G with guest vocal performances from UK singer Cecelia Stalin and NYC based singer Nicholas [...]

Evan Bourgeois Lasry: Again (feat. Rogiers)

by Duane Powell October 23, 2011 Soulful Sundays

Check out and download this dope tune from LA based producer, musician Evan Bourgeois Lasry. Featuring the vocals and lyrics of Rogiers, this tune grooves so cheerfully it’s hard to believe it’s a break up song. Enjoy!

DJ Jazzy Jeff & Ayah: Forgive Me Love [Music Video]

by Duane Powell October 23, 2011 Soulful Sundays

Legendary DJ Jazzy Jeff and Canada based singer Ayah released their first official video this week for the single “Forgive Me Love” from their collaborative album Back For More. The video is beautifully executed and directed by producer Slakah The Beatchild.

Thundercat: $200 TB (feat. Austin Peralta) [prod. by Flying Lotus]

by Duane Powell October 23, 2011 Soulful Sundays

By now you all should be groovin’ to the debut album of bassist Thundercat (which he posted in August). Producer Flying Lotus unleashed this gloriously cosmic and jazzy tune on his soundcloud page that features keys from Austin Peralta that only appeared on the vinyl pressing in Japan.

When Mixtape Promo Goes Wrong

by Kevin October 22, 2011 The Misadventures of Giovanni

My dude Giovanni Pratt has a new comic strip that we’ll be unloading exclusively here at KN. Here’s the first episode: When Mixtape Promo Goes Wrong. Written by Louis Perrington and illustrated by Aaron the Artist.

Import/Export International A3C Showcase Re-Cap

by Kevin October 22, 2011 Around The Net

A3C literally had so much going on that it was tough to see everything. One of the showcases that I caught Friday night was the Import/Export International Hip Hop Show put together by Fiona Bloom. The headliner alone was one of the best performances at A3C… Toronto’s Eternia. I was a fan before, but after [...]

Dead End Hip Hop: A3C Hip Hop Festival Re-Cap – Day 1

by Kevin October 22, 2011 Around The Net

It’s been two weeks since A3C and a lot of the video footage is starting to make it’s way online. I still have a few videos and photos on my computer that I haven’t gotten around to uploading yet, but this video right here is probably the most complete video of our showcase, The Underground [...]

MeenaFresh’s Saturday Sessions Vol. 3 Mixed By Noam The Drummer

by Justin October 22, 2011 Exclusive

For this edition of MeenaFresh’s Saturday Sessions, I enlisted the help of another Minneapolis DJ, Noam The Drummer. Noam killed it with this one. Check out what I have been listening to this week all wrapped up into one good package by Noam The Drummer.

DJ Cosla & Tribeca: The World’s Best [Music Video]

by Carsten October 22, 2011 Music Videos

Here’s the latest set of visuals from DJ Cosla & Tribeca. Directed by Todd Angkasuwan. Pure Hip Hop, support it and get a digital copy via iTunes.

Common: Funkmaster Flex Freestyle

by Andy Bustard October 22, 2011 Around The Net

Bad news: Common‘s The Dreamer, The Believer has been pushed back to a December release from its original November 22nd slot. The good news is the Chicago emcee recently appeared on Funk Flex‘s Wheels On Heels show on Hot 97, and dropped some classic Common Sense bars to nurture our excitement. Lonnie Lynn got poetical [...]

Exile Speaks On His Skills As An Emcee, Discovering His Father’s Musical Background & Confirms New Emanon LP

by Jeremiah October 21, 2011 Artist Spotlight

Cali producer and MPC magician Exile has been a part of albums that some would call future classics. While maintaining a busy schedule of making future classics, Exile was able to take some time to craft 4TRK Mind, his own solo project, that features him rapping over his beats that he put together using only [...]

Immortal Technique: Toast To The Dead [prod by J Dilla]

by Justin October 21, 2011 Singles

It’s been 3 years since Immortal Technique released The 3rd World and while his oft-delayed album The Middle Passage still appears to be in limbo, Tech will be releasing a new free LP called The Martyr for the fans this Thursday. The Harlem emcee rhymes over a smooth instrumental from the late J Dilla on the first single “Toast To [...]

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