Cam'Ron & Vado connect to release a new single under Cam'Ron's #UNLostFiles series. Hit the jump to download the 11th track and be on the lookout for a new one next week.
Monday, April 30, 2012
MUSIC: Lemme See (feat. Rick Ross) - Usher
Usher drops a new single and enlists Rick Ross to help him. Not going to lie, I rock with this. Usher seems to get better at better at making hits as his progresses in years. Download after the jump.
Sunday, April 29, 2012
MUSIC: Ironman (feat. Ready Roc & Runt Dawg) - Redman
Friday, April 27, 2012
MUSIC: Remain Calm (Al-Qaeda Bomb) (feat. Snoop Dogg & Precious Paris) - 50 Cent
50 Cent drops the first single off of his upcoming Gangsta Grillz mixtape, The Lost Tape, which drops May 15th. Oh yeah, Snoop and G-Unit artist Precious Paris help 50 on the vocals with this one. Download after the jump.
MUSIC: Girls in America (feat. Kendrick Lamar) - Micahfonecheck
Fellow California native Micahfonecheck recruits Kendrick Lamar for his latest single, "Girls In America." Download after the jump.
VIDEO: Origins (Part 1) - Curren$y
Curren$y's first video in his video series, "Origins."
"When you look at all of the most successful hip hop artists, you find compelling stories. Who they are, where they come from and how they came to be. “ORIGINS” is a video series where artists tell their stories, explaining where they came from and the events leading up to where they are at in their careers.
For the first entry, we enlisted Curren$y to tell us his story over some music by Keelay. Shouts out to Curren$y, Court Dunn and Jonathan Master. “The Stoned Immaculate” in stores June 5th."
NEWS: 2Pac Sales Spike After Coachella Performance
After 2Pac's "performance" at Coachella, 2Pac landed a spot on the Billboard 200 since 2000 at No. 129. I wonder what his album sales will look like if 2Pac Hologram goes on tour. Hit the jump to read more about Pac's rise back to the charts.
MUSIC: Better (feat. T-Pain) - Bow Wow
Bow Wow and T-Pain collaborate to make the second single off of Bow Wow's upcoming project, Underrated, which drops June 12th. Download after the jump.
MUSIC: Ain't Sh*t Change (prod. Rightz) - Add-2
Add-2 drops "Ain't Sh*t Change" coming off of his critically-acclaimed Save.Our.Souls. Download after the jump.
NEWS: Official Artwork for Big K.R.I.T.'s "Live from the Underground [Album]"
Coming off of the success of his third project, 4Eva N A Day, K.R.I.T. releases the official artwork to what will be his debut album. K.R.I.T. has always been known to make a statement with each artwork and this follows suit. Hit the jump to read K.R.I.T.'s official statement regarding his newest album artwork and buy Live from the Underground when it hits stores June 5th. Salute!
MUSIC: Put It Down (feat. Chris Brown) - Brandy
Brandy makes her return to mainstream music with a single featuring Chris Brown. This is the first single off of her forthcoming album, Two Eleven, and probably will be getting some airplay in the coming weeks. Stream below and be on the lookout for Two Eleven in the near future.
MUSIC: Consignment [Mixtape] - Jadakiss
Jadakiss delivers his 19-track mixtape to the public. Features include Styles P, Lloyd Banks, Fabolous, Meek Mill, Young Jeezy, 2 Chainz, Wale, and more. Looks like Jada isn't playing around with this one. Hit the jump to listen to the whole tape and download it.
Thursday, April 26, 2012
MUSIC: Scream - Usher
Usher drops a new single off of his forthcoming album, Look Out For Myself, which drops June 12th. Stream below and download Look Out For Myself upon its release.
MUSIC: Whole Lotta Ones (feat. Travis Porter) - Black Cobain
Black Cobain and Travis Porter connect to release a jam for strip clubs around the world. Well, maybe not the world. But, if you're feeling it, download after the jump.
MUSIC: Daughters (prod. NO ID) - Nas
Nas liberates the latest track off of his forthcoming LP, Life is Good. I am really feeling this one. Stream below and buy Life is Good on July 17th.
MUSIC: Supafly - 2 Chainz
The latest 2 Chainz cut from Tapemasters Inc.'s Supreme Clientele mixtape. Download after the jump.
MUSIC: Dennis, Hook Me Up with Some More of That Whiskey - Kid Cudi
Kid Cudi liberates new music via complex produced by himself. Not sure what project this will be on if any. Download after the jump.
NEWS: Detroit Record Store to Sell J Dilla's Personal Collection
Looks like a detroit record store has decided to put some of J Dilla's personal collection on sale. The first batch was sold on Record Store Day, and the rest are still waiting for a home. Hit the jump to read more about Dilla's collection and where the proceeds will go.
MUSIC: Celebrate (feat. Lil Wayne & Talib Kweli) - Mack Maine
Talib Kweli & Lil Wayne offer their support on Mack Maine's latest single, "Celebrate." Not really sure how I feel about this one. But, if you're feeling it, download it after the jump.
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
VIDEO: Drake Hints at Upcoming Collaborations
Hit the jump to read more about Drake's third album and the direction he plans on going with it.
MUSIC: Castles in Brooklyn (feat. Maino) - David Banner
The fourth single off of David Banner's upcoming album, Sex, Drugs & Video Games, which drops May 22nd. Download after the jump.
VIDEO: Prodigy's PSA
Prodigy discusses his upcoming album, HNIC 3, his work in the studio, and more.
VIDEO: "Rich Forever" Euro Tour Vlog (Part 4) - Rick Ross
The fourth installment of Rick Ross' "Rich Forever" Euro Tour Vlog. In the episode, Rozay performs on the last three cities of the tour: Paris, London, Birmingham & Manchester. Hit the jump to check out the other three vlogs.
VIDEO: ES News Interviews 50 Cent
50 Cent discusses his Coachella experience and confirms his July release date for his album.
VIDEO: Claps & Slaps Tour (Episode 2) - Black Milk
Black Milk releases episode 2 of his Claps & Slaps tour vlog. In this episode, he goes record shopping in San Francisco and explains his process of sampling. Hit the jump to check out episode one.
NEWS: Curren$y Covers Jenesis Magazine
"Happy Birthday to us! We’re celebrating our 5th Anniversary along with this being our 50th Issue released! We wanted to give our readership a cover story that would set a new bar for our brand. Well…
This month we’re featuring none other than the Jet Life General himself Curren$y. Gearing up to release The Stoned Immaculate album via Warner Brothers Records, Curren$y spoke with JD Thrasher on comparisons people often make between him and Wiz Khalifa— “All I ever wanted to be was to be like AZ; a hard underground nigga who never switched up, and my dawg, he wanted – Bang (opens arms) – the fame. He got it.“; learning how to count bars from the veteran Styles P— “Before [Styles P] helped me, I would just rap and naturally time myself.”; and his cure for writers block, which is OG Kush, of course —“The green doesn’t ever not work.”
The issue also features brandUn deShay, D-WHY, Diemon Crew, G Scott, Cincinnati Bengal Andrew Hawkins,Noelz, DJ Fishr, and a special 8 page feature with Jordan Beckham."
Hit the jump to downloaded Jenesis' latest issue!
MUSIC: My Life (feat. Cee-Lo) - Slaughterhouse
The next single off of Welcome to: Our House. Stream below and download Slaughterhouse's project on June 12th.
VIDEO: Road Less Traveled (Episode 1) with Big K.R.I.T.
"Presented by Red Bull, Watch “Road Less Traveled” Episode 1 as Big K.R.I.T. kicks off the first week of the Campus Consciousness Tour with J. Cole. The clip covers University of Rhode Island, Babson College, and Colby College. K.R.I.T. also discusses how he uses his performances as self-therapy, how “real music” affects “real people,” and his debut album Live From The Underground out June 5th."
MUSIC: Work Hard, Play Hard - Wiz Khalifa
Wiz Khalifa drops the first single to his sophomore album, O.N.I.F.C. (Only N*gga In First Class). Stream his new single below and buy Khalifa's upcoming album on August 28th.
MUSIC: Smoke One For Spitta [Mixtape] - Curren$y
Curren$y liberates a mixtape full of Curren$y classics. Stream and download Curren$y's latest compilation after the jump and be on the lookout for more Curren$y in the near future.
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
MUSIC: Blunt After Blunt (3:33 Remix) - Danny Brown
Danny Brown puts his spin on 3:33 while simultaneously scaring the sh*t out of us. Download after the jump.
VIDEO: Childish Gambino Debuts New Tracks at The Switch
Childish Gambino debuts four new tracks from his upcoming mixtape at The Switch.
NEWS: Jay-Z Launches "Empire" Game for Facebook
That's right. Jay-Z has created a game for facebook entitled, Empire State of Mind. In the game, users can go down the same road Jay took from the Marcy Projects to one of Hip Hop's biggest icons. Hit the jump to read more about Jay's new game, which is currently in its beta version.
MUSIC: Respected (feat. Fabolous & Lloyd Banks) - Jadakiss
Jadakiss lets loose of his latest offering from his upcoming mixtape, Consignment, which drops this Friday. Stream below and check back on Friday for the complete project. Salute!
Monday, April 23, 2012
NEWS: Rick Ross Avoids Arrest for Drug Possession
Apparently, while on his yacht this past weekend, Rick Ross and friends were smoking weed when the police smelled the odor and tried to bust Rozay. Fortunately, before the police got on the boat, Ross got rid of the weed in the sea. Hit the jump to read more about the ALMOST arrest.
VIDEO: Nicki Minaj in the Kiss FM (UK) studios talking to Rickie, Melvin & Charlie
"Watch the hip hop star chatting about Roman Reloaded, the Starships video, her UK Barbz and performing at Kiss Presents the Barclaycard Wireless Festival. She also made a one of her 'Barbz' really happy by calling her for a quick chat."
MUSIC: A Simple Man - Action Bronson
MUSIC: We Get High - Sir Michael Rocks
New Sir Michael Rocks a few days late after 4/20. Doesn't really matter, I guess. Everyday seems like 4/20 for Mr. Rocks. Download after the jump.
VIDEO: Pitchfork Selector: Schoolboy Q
In Pitchfork's latest episode of Selector, Schoolboy Q talks about working with The Alchemist, where he gets his inspiration from, skateboards, and then freestyles.
MUSIC: Public Enemy (feat. Shy Glizzy) + Courtney Love (feat. Lightshow) - Black Cobain
DMV's Black Cobain releases two singles off of his upcoming mixtape, Cheers, which drops April 30th. The first cut features DC native Shy Glizzy, and the second features a verse from Lightshow. Download one or both of these tracks after the jump.
Public Enemy (feat. Shy Glizzy)
Courtney Love (feat. Lightshow)
Sunday, April 22, 2012
VIDEO: Cyeah Cyeah Cyeah Cyeah (feat. Chris Brown & Lil Wayne) - Gucci Mane
Gucci liberates the first track from his upcoming mix tape, I'm Up, which drops Memorial Day weekend (May 26th-28th). Download after the jump.
MUSIC: Round the Way Girl (feat. Kevin McCall) - Diggy Simmons
NEWS: Chris Brown's "Fortune [Album]" Pushed Back
According to Chris Breezy's twitter, his upcoming album, Fortune, has been pushed back to July 3rd after having an original release date of May 8th. Too many pushed back dates nowadays. Anyway, hang in there a little longer and pick up Chris Brown's Fortune on June 3rd.
VIDEO: Hustle Simmons Interviews B.o.B. (4/20/12)
B.o.B. talks with Hustle Simmons about what he does to celebrate 4/20, his recent collaboration with T.I., and his upcoming album, Strange Clouds, which drops May 1st.
VIDEO: Site Visit #1 (4/17/12) - Jordan Williams
"Welcome to my first "Site Visit"! A vlog intended to give you occasional updates on my life surrounding music. In this episode, I discuss upcoming projects and collaborations among what I've been doing in the past few months. Enjoy!" - Jordan Williams
Thursday, April 19, 2012
MUSIC: Beep Beep - Chuck Inglish
MUSIC: BumpN (prod. Danny Dee) - Ryshon Jones
NEWS: Tyga & Chris Brown Announce "Fan of a Fan 2 [Mixtape]"
Tyga & Chris Brown have officially announced the production of their upcoming mixtape, Fan of a Fan 2. Hit the jump to read more about the duo's upcoming project and what we can expect from the two artists.
Monday, April 16, 2012
NEWS: Flo-Rida Ordered to Pay $80K for Missed Show in Australia
Looks like Flo-Rida owes $80K to a promoter in Newcastle for mysteriously missing a show last October. Apparently the rapper through a "hissy fit" and refused to go on stage. Hit the jump to read more about the cancelled show and Flo-Rida's response.
VIDEO: DJ Skee Interviews Kendrick Lamar (4/16/12)
Fresh of his Coachella performance, Kendrick Lamar drops by the Skee Lodge for an exclusive interview with DJ Skee. KL discusses his new single "The Recipe", and tells the story of his journey with TDE and trusting Dr. Dre with his career. KL says "[my goal is to] change the face of what people see hip hop to be today".
VIDEO: Lil B's Lecture at NYU (Part 1)
The first part of Lil B's lecture at NYU. WHERE MY BOBCATS AT?! Part 2 will be released later on this week.
MUSIC: Goldie (prod. Hit-Boy) - A$AP Rocky
MUSIC: Naked (feat. Big Sean) - Kevin McCall
VIDEO: Tupac (Hologram) Performs at Coachella 2012
Tupac is resurrected at Coachella 2012 with a realistic hologram. I KNEW HE WASN'T DEAD. Watch Tupac as he returns to perform "Hail Mary" and "Amerikaz Most Wanted" with Snoop Dogg before disappearing in a burst of light. THUG LIFE!
MUSIC: Human - Jordan Williams
Jordan Williams drops an unreleased track from December over Lupe Fiasco's "The Coolest." I swear, this kid just keeps getting better and better. Hit the jump to download "The Coolest" and read Mr. Williams personal statement about the unreleased track. Salute!
Friday, April 13, 2012
NEWS: Guy Breaks in Diddy's House; Tries On Clothes; Eats from Refrigerator
Jamaica native, Quamine Taylor, 30, was caught hanging out in Diddy's home in the Hamptons after spending 24 hours there... Just chilling... Apparently, this wasn't the first time either. Whatever, YOLO. Hit the jump to read more about the Jamaica native's vacation in Diddy's home and his official statement.
VIDEO: Hima from Das Racist Interviews Kendrick Lamar
"We asked Hima and Kool A.D. from Das Racist to host a hip-hop show for Noisey - they kept things simple and named it RAP SHOW. For the first episode, Hima sat down with Compton MC Kendrick Lamar on St. Patrick's Day to talk about black hippies, the N word, lucid dreaming, and Home Improvement." - Noisey
Thursday, April 12, 2012
MUSIC: I Bring the Soul & He Brings the Funk (feat. Mac Miller) - Maseo (of De La Soul)
Maseo releases the first single from his upcoming solo effort, DJ Conductor. The project also features KRS-One, Fashawn, Freddie Foxx, and more. Stream Maseo's new single below and be on the lookout for more Maseo soon.
VIDEO: Something From Nothing: Art of Rap (Trailer)
The trailer of Ice-T-directed film Something From Nothing: Art of Rap, which dissects Hip Hop from its roots to its present day dominance. Rappers in the film include Kanye West, Common, KRS-One, Dr. Dre, and many more. In selected theaters June 15th.
MUSIC: My Ho 2 (Remix) (feat. Juelz Santana) - Future
MUSIC: The Recipe - Termanology
VIDEO: J. Cole & Big K.R.I.T. Perform in Rhode Island
J. Cole performs "Grew Up Fast" in Rhode Island during Cole and K.R.I.T.'s Campus Consciousness Tour in Rhode Island. HIt the jump to see more performances from the two.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
MUSIC: Till I Die (feat. Big Sean & Wiz Khalifa) - Chris Brown
MUSIC: Ostrich - Leo Manzari
Monday, April 9, 2012
VIDEO: Hova Mojo - Jon Connor
Jon Connor drops new visuals off of his project, The Blue Album Mixtape, before he drops his upcoming mixtape, The People's Rapper on Friday at noon. Salute!
MUSIC: Customized Greatly (Vol. 3) [Mixtape] - Casey Veggies
Casey Veggies liberates the third installment of his Customized Greatly series. Features include Raheem DeVaughn, Jhene Aiko, and more. Peep the tracklist and download it after the jump.
MUSIC: The Movement - Memphis Bleek
MUSIC: XXL Freshmen 2012 [Mixtape] - XXL Freshmen 2012
DJ Whoo Kid, Diddy, and T.I. host XXL's Freshmen 2012 mixtape. Unsure about any of the artists on the cover? Well, here's your chance to get to know them, their style, and, most importantly, their music. Hit the jump to peep the tracklist and download the XXL's Freshmen 2012 mixtape.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)