Thursday, May 24, 2012

VIDEO: Kanye West Debuts Film, "Cruel Summer," in Cannes



"Made in association with the Doha Film Institute, Cruel Summer stars West's GOOD Music protege Kid Cudi as a bloke of bad stock. Dad was a car thief – Kid's desperate not to follow in his footsteps, so instead he walks through a sparkly purple door into the middle of the desert. Men on horseback arrest him. He's taken to a palace full of fruit. A blind girl plucks a giant guitar string. Cudi's wrapped in bandages. A hawk flies. In, ultra, slow, motion. Cudi resolves to cure his love of her blindness. The cure for blindness is a remix of a song by Coldplay."

MUSIC: Function [Remix] (feat. Problem, Young Jeezy, Chris Brown, French Montana & Red Cafe) - E-40

E-40 remixes his original and releases it for the masses to enjoy. Download after the jump.


VIDEO: "2012 [Album]" Listening Session - 1982

VIDEO: Let You Know - Freeway

Monday, May 21, 2012

NEWS: Pete Rock Offended by Lupe Fiasco's "Around My Way" Sample

Right after the release of Lupe Fiasco's single sampling Pete Rock's "T.R.O.Y.," Mr. Rock took it to twitter to express his feelings. I highly suggest you read some of these tweets after the jump. WOW.

MUSIC: OJ (feat. Kidd Kidd) - 50 Cent

50 Cent liberates a new heater off of The Lost Tapes which drops tomorrow. Download after the jump.


MUSIC: Around My Way (Freedom Ain't Free) - Lupe Fiasco



Off of Lupe Fiasco's upcoming album, Food & Liquor 2. Damn. I cannot WAIT until this drops. Stream Lupe's new single below and download it on iTunes at midnight. Tight sample, too. Salute!

MUSIC: So Sophisticated (feat. Meek Mill) - Rick Ross

Rick Ross drops a new single off of his upcoming album, God Forgives, I Don't, which drops July 31st. MMG has been putting in WORK lately. I can't say I am not enjoying it. Download after the jump. Salute!


MUSIC: War Is My Love - Kendrick Lamar

Kendrick Lamar drops a new track intended to be on upcoming video game, "Ghost Recon: Future Soldier." Download after the jump.


VIDEO: Just Paper - Jon Connor

VIDEO: Fuse Interviews B.o.B. [5/21/12]



"In this Incredibly Intimate Interview, B.o.B reveals his love for Justin Bieber, and how he broke his wrist."

VIDEO: Pharrell Williams Presents... I Am Other




"Pharrell releases a hilarious promo video for his brand i am OTHER. Listen as he tells us what to expect from his latest endeavor. Make sure to likefollow & visit i am OTHER while you're at it." - All City Chess Club

MUSIC: Wine & Go Down (feat. Vybz Kartel) - Busta Rhymes

Not sure where this will end up. But, if you're feeling it, download it after the jump.


Sunday, May 20, 2012

MUSIC: This Can't Be a Crime - Cocaine 80s

ANOTHER track from Cocaine 80s for the masses to enjoy. Do work! Download after the jump.


MUSIC: Breakfast (Syrup) (feat. 2 Chainz) - Kreayshawn

Kreayshawn drops a new single and enlists 2 Chainz to help her out with the vocals. Download after the jump.


MUSIC: Take My Keys + Queen To Be - Cocaine 80s

Cocaine 80's (Common, No I.D., & James Fauntleroy) drops two new singles in 24 hours. I can't say I am not excited to put both of these tracks on my iPod. I guess after Common's The Dreamer/The Believer, Common and No I.D. figured it'd be a good idea to keep working together. Salute! Download one or both of these tracks after the jump.

Take My Keys

Queen To Be

MUSIC: Slow Down [Remix] - Bow Wow

Bow Wow remixes Clyde Carson's original. Download after the jump.


VIDEO: DJ Scream Interviews Kirko Bangz [5/20/12]

VIDEO: Fuse Interviews A$AP Rocky at Bamboozle 2012



"A$AP Rocky has a long sitdown covering everything from dream collaborators to his Goldie video to his taste in ladies at The Bamboozle Festival 2012."

MUSIC: Yeah Dats Me - Big K.R.I.T.

"Here’s my new record “Yeah Dats Me” from my album… this is a straight up energy record… play this one with the volume on max… Live From The Underground June 5th" K.R.I.T.


MUSIC: 2 Seconds - Jhene Aiko

Jhene Aiko releases a new single while we wait for her Def Jam debut single, "3:16." Although unfinished, this will keep the fans busy for a little while. Download after the jump.


VIDEO: Take It To The Head (feat. Chris Brown, Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj & Lil Wayne) - DJ Khaled

MUSIC: Black Hero Overture (feat. Smoke DZA & Jae Millz) - Omen

Omen drops another single from his upcoming project, Black Hero Overture, which drops June 18th. Download after the jump.


VIDEO: Tim Westwood Freestyle - Slaughterhouse

VIDEO: Play for Keeps - B.o.B.

VIDEO: 50 Cent & DJ Drama Interview with DJ Enuff



"DJ Enuff chops with 50 and Drama about Gangsta Grillz "Lost Tape" and the future of 50 on Interscope, Precious Paris and more..."

VIDEO: Fuse Interviews Action Bronson at Bamboozle 2012

VIDEO: A Day in the Life: ?uestlove

Hulu presents a 20 minute documentary surrounding The Roots drummer ?uestlove.

MUSIC: B*tch I'm Paid - Chris Brown

MUSIC: What You Do - Mase

Mase raps over Gucci Mane's "Wasted." Off of DJ Smallz mixtape, Civil War 3. Download after the jump.


Wednesday, May 16, 2012

VIDEO: Let It Go - Grafh

VIDEO: Sway in the Morning Freestyle - Scarface



"The legendary Scarface swung by #SwayInTheMorning to spit a nice freestyle and bless the Citizens with a verse of a song that hasn't been titled yet, off his upcoming Rooted album."

MUSIC: Bands a Make Her Dance - Juicy J

A new track by Juicy J produced by Mike Will. Download after the jump.



MUSIC: An Invisible Vision [Mixtape] - Sophisticated

Sophisticated drops his highly anticipated mixtape, An Invisible Vision. Been following the DC native for a while and one thing that I can't deny is his worth ethic. Been looking forward to this project for the past few weeks and finally we have it. Hit the jump to listen to/download the whole thing. Salute!

VIDEO: N*ggas Be Schemin (feat. Kidd Kidd) - 50 Cent

VIDEO: Right By My Side (feat. Chris Brown) - Nicki Minaj

MUSIC: We Ain't Them - Childish Gambino

Childish Gambino releases a track entitled, "We Ain't Them." Not sure where this will end up, but it sounds like Gambino is onto something. Download after the jump.


MUSIC: Same Damn Time [Remix] (feat. Diddy & Ludacris) - Future

Future enlists verses from Diddy & Ludacris to remix his original. Download after the jump.



VIDEO: Stoned Immaculate Q&A - Curren$y



A Stoned Immaculate drops June 5th.

VIDEO: "Live from the Underground [Album]" Listening Session - Big K.R.I.T.



Live from the Underground drops June 5th.

VIDEO: Right Back At It - Ground Up



Feeling blessed right about now to receive some more material from Philly trio, Ground Up. It's been a minute since they've gotten a post (apologies), but I am glad I received this last night via twitter. Shout out to the whole Ground Up crew and download their latest project, The Get Up, here.

VIDEO: It's On - Nu Jerzey Devil



And, already, we have our third artist via music submission. Meet Nu Jerzey Devil, a sly dude with production that delivers quality. Download his upcoming album, From the Bottom to the Top, on June 12th. Salute!

VIDEO: Flandyke - Lucas Rivers



Ladies & gentlemen, I introduce to you the second artist via music submission, Lucas Rivers. Lucas Rivers is an upcoming rapper who currently resides in Providence, Rhode Island. At 17, Lucas's flow and lyrical content is that of an adults. I don't say this often but, "get hip," and check out Flandyke above and download his most recent project, CONTEXTCULTSHIT, here. Salute!

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

MUSIC: Standing On the Moon (feat. Young Jerz) - Kid Ink

The newest cut from Kid Ink off of his upcoming project, Up & Away, which drops on June 12th. Download after the jump.


MUSIC: Lebron Sh*t - Freddie Gibbs

"Let’s face it, talent-wise, Freddie is always on his “LeBron Sh*t.” But, while Tins prays Norbel himself can maintain his MVP stride to an initial ring, we can almost guarantee Gibbs will finish strong with his upcomingBaby Faced Killa mixtape. What we have here, however, is a track featured on The New Chicago Vol. 1 mixtape(which is available here). Assaulting Drumma Boy’s haunting keys and booming string strikes with metaphors galore and enough to tough talk to leave listeners ripped, Gary’s finest delivers yet another clutch performance, despite this probably only being a warm-up for the big game." Download after the jump.



MUSIC: The Weigh In [EP] - DMX

DMX's attempt at a comeback? Not really sure what to say about this. But, features include Snoop Dogg, Tyrese, and more. Hit the jump to listen to/download The Weigh In.

MUSIC: Like That - T.I.

T.I. leaks a new track via Angie Martinez. Trouble Man coming soon.

VIDEO: Jay-Z Talks Jay Electronica's Album



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MUSIC: What the Streets Want - 1982

A bonus track from 1982's upcoming album, 2012, which drops next Tuesday. Stream their new single below and pre-order 2012 here.

VIDEO: Catch a Fade (feat. Kendrick Lamar & Droop-E) - E-40

VIDEO: Cosmic Kev Freestyle - Schoolboy Q

Monday, May 14, 2012

VIDEO: Cake [Remix] - Rick Ross

MUSIC: Broads [Remix] (feat. Mazon) - Miguel


"So we have an exclusive for you! Miguel put out a blank collabo track on his Art Dealer Chic Series Vol 2 EP. And Mazon decided to finish the track and we now present to you Miguel featuring Mazon--Broads Remix." Be on the lookout for more Mazon soon! And keep sending in those submissions!

NEWS: Teyana Taylor Signs with G.O.O.D. Music

After internet speculation that Teyana signed to G.O.O.D. Music, she finally makes it official. First 2 Chainz, now Teyana. Seems like G.O.O.D. Music is following in the steps of Rocafella as the game's next powerhouse. Salute!

MUSIC: Lazy Love - Ne-Yo

The latest track off of Ne-Yo's upcoming album, Red, which drops September 18th. Download after the jump.


MUSIC: Touch'n You (feat. Usher) - Rick Ross

Rick Ross delivers a new track with Usher. God Forgives, I Don't drops July 31st. Download after the jump.


MUSIC: Unnecessary (feat. Schoolboy Q) - Childish Gambino

Childish Gambino drops a new track via Flex off of his upcoming mixtape. Tags for now, but be on the lookout for the CDQ soon. Download after the jump. Salute!



NEWS: J. Cole Confirms Upcoming Album with Kendrick Lamar



Bootleg Kev interviews J. Cole about a lineup of topics, including his upcoming album with Kendrick Lamar. After rumors on the internet surfacing that the album was cancelled, J. Cole finally confirms that there WILL be a joint album between the two MCs. I can only imagine what will come of this. Listen to the rest of the interview above!

VIDEO: Usher Performs "Scream" + "Climax" on Saturday Night live



Hit the jump to see Usher perform his hit single, "Climax."

NEWS: Official Artwork + Tracklist for Big K.R.I.T.'s "Live from the Underground [Mixtape]"

The official artwork and tracklist for Big K.R.I.T.'s upcoming solo effort, Live from the Underground. I have a feeling this is going to be my mixtape of the summer. Hit the jump to peep the tracklist and download Live from the Underground June 5th.

MUSIC: Control System [Album Stream] - Ab-Soul

Ab-Soul's latest project, which includes features from Kendrick Lamar, Schoolboy Q, Jay Rock, Jhene Aiko, BJ the Chicago Kid, the late Alori Joh, and more. I've heard about half of it so far, and I have come to the conclusion that TDE won't ever cease to amaze me. Yeah, it's that dope. Hit the jump to listen to the whole album and buy it. Salute!

Sunday, May 13, 2012

VIDEO: Prime Radio's Interview with Pusha T



"Pusha T stopped by Primetime Radio with J-Rod for an in depth interview and discussed a variety of subjects including the direction for his new album, the recording process for the G.O.O.D. Music compilation, and cleared up rumors about Kanye West rapping about marriage on what was allegedly Pusha's song."

VIDEO: 330 Homecoming Show - Stalley



"Massillon, OH native Stalley came back home to the Lincoln Way Theatre to perform for his hometown and people from all over the 330. The event was thrown by KMF Entertainment, interview conducted by PaulMeara.com, and the video produced by CreMedia Productions. A Special Thanks to Stalley, The Blue Collar Gang, and KMF Entertainment for hosting a historical event."

VIDEO: Aww Yeah - Travis Porter

NEWS: Jay-Z to Host Music Festival in Philadelphia

According to The New York Times, Jay-Z will be hosting a two day music festival (September 1st and 2nd) that will feature up to 28 acts. Jay will be hand picking who he wants to perform, so expect it to be one of the livest festivals of the summer. Hit the jump to read more.

NEWS: Beyoncé Sued for $100 Million by Video Game Developer

Beyoncé was recently sued by video game developer Gate Five for $100 million for backing out of development for a motion sensing video game. I am not sure why so much, but hit the jump to read more. Goodness gracious.

VIDEO: Way Too Gone (feat. Future) - Young Jeezy

MUSIC: Jumanji - Azealia Banks

Dear Azealia Banks, thanks for putting in so much work recently. You're fans REALLY appreciate it. Hit the jump to download the most recent track from Ms. Banks' upcoming mixtape, Fantastic. Production sound familiar? Heavy hitters Hudson Mohawke and & Nick Hook are to blame. Salute!


VIDEO: Gangland [Trailer] - Chevy Woods

VIDEO: 3 Stacks - Lil B




"I cried man and I ain't afraid to admit dat, u no dats one thing u taught me lil b, its dat its ok to crey n let erone no, cuz u no wat? we all cry, and lyke.. its da wun thing that rly unite us, u no wat i mean? so wen i cry 2 a song lyke dis, its lyke........ im wun, i aint neva wun but.. i keep it wun. n das all u kin rly do, n dats da truth. pce out lil b. - lil d" - A Comment on YouTube... And that's pretty much all I have to say about that...

VIDEO: Childish Gambino Calls Danny Brown the Best MC in the Game



Childish Gambino talks Danny Brown and admits that he thinks he's the best MC in the game. Not sure what to say about that. Thoughts?

Saturday, May 12, 2012

MUSIC: Dreamchasers 2 [Mixtape] - Meek Mill

A little late on the ball. But, better late than never. Here is Meek Mill's latest mixtape, Dreamchasers 2, which droped 5 days ago. Since then, the mixtape has been downloaded over 2.6 million times. AKA hop on the bandwagon quick before it leaves you. Listen to the whole thing and download it after the jump. Salute!

MUSIC: We In This B*tch 1.5 (feat. Future & Drake) - DJ Drama

DJ Drama upgrades his original featuring Future & Drake produced by Kane Beatz. Download after the jump.



NEWS: 2 Chainz Joins G.O.O.D. Music

I can't say I am surprised. With 2 Chainz working closely with G.O.O.D. Music in the past few weeks, 2 Chainz finally joins the all-star roster. Salute! Hit the jump to read more and here 2 Chainz' official statement.

MUSIC: Black Lip Bastard [Remix] (feat. Kendrick Lamar, Schoolboy Q & Jay Rock) - Ab-Soul

Ab-Soul recruits Black Hippy to remix his original. Ab-Soul's new album, Control System, on iTunes now. Salute!

NEWS: Lil Boosie Found Not Guilty

Yesterday, a jury found Torence Hatch, AKA Lil Boosie, not guilty of the murder of Terry Boyd, which took place in 2009. Although Lil Boosie won't be convicted for murder, he'll be continuing his 8-year sentence for drug charges. Hit the jump to read more about the trial.

MUSIC: What Lies Beneath - Vado

Vado releases the newest installment of this week's #UNLostFiles produced by araabMUZIK Download after the jump.


MUSIC: Feelin Single - R. Kelly

R. Kelly drops a new single off of his upcoming album, Write Me Back. Stream below and buy Write Me Back upon release.

MUSIC: Don't Wake Me Up - Chris Brown

The newest single from Chris Brown off of his upcoming album, Fortune. Stream below and pick up Fortune on July 3rd.

VIDEO: Kenny Powers - N.O.R.E

MUSIC: Did It My Way (feat. Kanye West) - Stack Bundles

An unreleased track from the late Stack Bundles featuring Kanye West, which will be featured on an upcoming mixtape (Rap In Retrospect) with more unreleased music from the ByrdGang representative. Download after the jump.


Wednesday, May 9, 2012

VIDEO: God Sent / Human - Slum Village

MUSIC: Boyfriend [Remix] (feat. Ying Yang Twins) - Justin Bieber

The Ying Yang Twins remix Justin Bieber's original. I can't say I was expecting this, seeing as how I haven't heard from the duo in ages, but I can't say this is a bad track. I wonder what else will come from the duo in the near future.

MUSIC: Everything's a Go [Remix] (feat. Birdman, Wale, Fabolous & Jadakiss) - French Montana

French Montana enlists a list of relevant rappers to remix his original. Haven't hopped on the French Montana train yet, but we'll see what happens in the near future. Download after the jump.


MUSIC: She Is Love - Blaqstarr

Baltimore native comes through again with his most recent single, "She Is Love," off of his upcoming album, Here We Are. It's great to see people from my hometown really breakthrough into the music industry. Not only that, but this song is pretty dope. Stream below and buy Here We Are this fall.

Friday, May 4, 2012

MUSIC: Amen (feat. Drake & Jeremih) - Meek Mill

Dreamchasers 2 drops May 7th. Download after the jump.



VIDEO: Big Sean Reveals Sophomore Album Features



"Big Sean chopped it up with Cosmic Kev to talk about his sophomore album, and while doing so revealed some artists who will be featured on the album. Some notable features include Kanye West, Wiz Khalifa, Tyga, and of course the rest of the G.O.O.D. Music family. Some production from Kanye West, No I.D., KeeWayne and DJ Mano. Big Sean also revealed that he was in the studio with Meek Mill the other night, then gave J. Cole a shout out possibly hinting a future collaboration between the three emcees." - AllCityChessClub

VIDEO: Lost in the World (feat. Justin Vernon) - Kanye West

VIDEO: Made You Die (Trayvon Martin Tribute) - Mos Def, Dead Prez & Mike Flow

VIDEO: Jenny Boom's Interview with Schoolboy Q



"Jenny Boom Boom Sits Down With Interscopes New Artist SchoolBoyQ. He Explains Why He's Not Upset About Making This Years XXL Freshmen List And How He's Accomplished Way More Then Every Artist On The List. Talks About His Independent Album That Was Recently Dropped. His Relationship With Kendrick Lamar And The Black Hippy's & Why 50 Cent Is His Biggest Influence In The Rap Game."

MUSIC: Burn (feat. Meek Mill) - Big Sean

Big Sean connects with Meek Mill to make a banger produced by Roc Nation's Jahil Beats. I rock with this. Download after the jump.


NEWS: Adam "MCA" Yaunch of Beastie Boys Dies at 47

I am speechess... Absolutely speechless... Hit the jump to read more about MCA and his tragic death. F*ck.

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

MUSIC: Proud of That (feat. Rick Ross) - Nipsey Hussle

Nipsey Hussle recruits Rick Ross for his latest single. iHussle coming soon. Download after the jump.

VIDEO: Bootleg Kev's Interview with Tech N9ne [5/2/2012]



Hit the jump to see part 2.