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GZA Takes A Tour Of MIT

by Justin December 22, 2011 Around The Net

After recently giving a lecture at Harvard, GZA makes a visit to yet another prestigious university in MIT and here’s some footage of the Wu-Tang emcee’s tour. Word is that The Genius was visiting MIT to get some inspiration for his new album due out on Babygrande next year (which will not be the sequel [...]

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Hollywood FLOSS: One Fan At A Time EPK

by Justin December 22, 2011 Around The Net

Here’s a new EPK from Hollywood FLOSS as he explains what he offers to the game with some concert footage mixed in. Don’t forget to check our recent interview with the Houston emcee as well as download his new album One Fan At A Time.

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Young Lyxx & Skyzoo: You Ain’t Heard [Video Trailer]

by Carsten December 22, 2011 Around The Net

In the above visuals, Young Lyxx reflects on his year 2011 and gives us a look into the recording process of “You Ain’t Heard,” a joint that he recently recorded with Skyzoo. The San Diego native will be dropping the track in January.

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The Black Opera: EnterView

by Justin December 20, 2011 Around The Net

The Black Opera looks to answer a few questions for their followers in this special “EnterView” of the group. Don’t forget that The Black Opera’s new album EnterMission is available now on iTunes.

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Spittin In Da Whip: Signif

by Kevin December 17, 2011 Around The Net

Still lovin this Spittin In Da Whip series from CACTV. Shout out to Crazy Al Cayne! This week’s episode features KN approved artist Signif. I knew she was hot, but didn’t realize her freestyle game was this tight. Make sure you head over and vote for her at CAC-TV.com.

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Nardwuar Interviews Ghostface Killah

by Justin December 16, 2011 Around The Net

Ghostface Killah is the latest emcee to get interviewed by the wacky Nardwuar as the Human Serviette brings Tony Starks everything from The Force M.D. records to MF DOOM action figures. Ghost Deini has a big 2012 planned with his Supreme Clientele sequel Blue Cream: The Wally Era and Wu-Block album with Sheek Louch scheduled to drop next [...]

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DJ Premier & Showbiz Discuss Showbiz & A.G.’s Mugshot Music

by Justin December 15, 2011 Around The Net

DJ Premier & Showbiz sit down in The Producer’s Lounge at HeadQCourterz Studios in New York to discuss the upcoming Showbiz & A.G. LP as well as a few other topics (Show doesn’t really talk though!). Premo confirms he’ll have a beat on the D.I.T.C. duo’s much anticipated return Mugshot Music, which is due out in early 2012.

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yU: Talks About His New Album The EARN

by Kevin December 13, 2011 Around The Net

yU’s new album The EARN is officially in-stores everywhere today digitally and on CD!  To give listeners a little more insight, yU sat down with director Heron Gibran to discus the new album and music as both progression and record.  The EARN has been receiving vast critical praise, and underground album of the year talk [...]

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J57: The Produce Section

by Kevin December 12, 2011 Around The Net

Cluster Mag and 2DopeBoyz present The Produce Section, a new monthly video series featuring in-studio sessions, interviews, and general mischief-making with the unsung heroes of hip-hop, the men and women behind the machines- the producers. Check the write up here.

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Spittin In Da Whip: Nitty Scott MC

by Kevin December 11, 2011 Around The Net

Here’s the latest Spittin In Da Whip courtesy of CAC TV. This time they hit up Nitty Scott MC. I’m really diggin this series. Make sure you vote for Nitty over here.

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Spittin In Da Whip: K. Sparks

by Kevin December 11, 2011 Around The Net

K. Sparks does his thing on CAC TV’s Spittin In Da Whip series. This is the first time I’ve seen this and I must say it’s pretty dope. Gonna be checking for more Spittin In Da Whips. They have a voting system up too, where you can vote for K. Sparks and this segment. Check [...]

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DJ Jazzy Jeff Presents: The ASIA Tour

by Kevin December 8, 2011 Around The Net

DJ Jazzy Jeff and the crew are currently on tour in the Far East and he’s taking you along for the ride in “The ASIA Tour.” Experience the sights, sounds and culture that the continent has to offer in this exclusive look at Jeff’s musical journey.

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Talib Kweli Previews RZA Produced Burn Notice

by Justin December 5, 2011 Around The Net

Talib Kweli gave some lucky fans in attendance at the RZA & WeSC: Chambers release party a special preview of his track “Burn Notice” produced by the legendary Wu-Tang Clan member. Speaking of Kweli, look out for he & Mos Def aka Yasiin Bey’s long awaited Black Star reunion in 2012.

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Affion Crockett: Headvines [Video]

by Carsten December 2, 2011 Around The Net

Looks like Affion Crockett can’t leave Drake alone, ha! He, once again, takes on the Toronto emcee in his latest spoof and turns “Headlines” into “Headvines.” HILARIOUS!

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Eligh & Amp Live: Therapy At 3 Sessions (Metronome)

by Justin November 29, 2011 Around The Net

Eligh & Amp Live break down another track off their new collaboration album, this time around the focus is on “Metronome.” The Living Legends member & Zion I producer’s Therapy At 3 [read our review] is in stores now.

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Mannie Fresh: Red Bull Music Academy Lecture

by Justin November 28, 2011 Around The Net

Mannie Fresh was the focus of the Red Bull Music Academy’s last installment of their great lecture series, this one taking place in Madrid. Andrew Noz of CocaineBlunts.com sat down with the legendary producer to speak about growing up in the musical hub of New Orleans, his work with Gregory D, the early days of Cash Money Records, [...]

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Word Is Bond Celebrates 2 Years with New Tees

by Kevin November 28, 2011 Around The Net
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One of my favorite sites when I’m not hanging here at KN is thewordisbond.com.  Congrats and much respect goes out to Jose and the crew, who are celebrating 2 years of Internet existence today. To commemorate their 2 year anniversary, Word Is Bond just opened up their merch store where they’re selling some dope ass [...]

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K. Gates, Freeway, Beanie Sigel & Da Goonz: Freestyle Cypher

by Justin November 28, 2011 Around The Net

During their recent tour stop in New Orleans, State Property representatives Freeway & Beanie Sigel linked up with local artists K. Gates & Da Goonz for a dope cypher. Make sure you download the new K. Gates project The Shaikdown, which dropped last month.

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4word Presents: The F*#k Thanksgiving Thanksgiving Special

by Kevin November 23, 2011 Around The Net

The homie Nastee tells us the story behind Thanksgiving as only he can. So if you non-Americans wonder why he eat Turkey every year around this time, check this out. Watch out Charlie Brown, I can see this cartoon being shown yearly!

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90.5FM KSJS: Casey Veggies Interview & Live Show (Santa Clara, CA)

by Andy Bustard November 14, 2011 Around The Net

Here’s a treat for any Casey Veggies fan. Catching up with the good folks over at 90.5FM KSJS after his recent show in Santa Clara, CA, the rapper spoke on a tonne of subjects, including linking up with Mac Miller for his Blue Side Park Tour, his involvement with Odd Future, meeting Jay-Z (and a [...]

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