Jordan Williams drops his debut video for his single, "1993," produced by Flying Lotus and directed by high school classmate Mark Plakotoris. For his first video, this is pretty dope. Take some time and support the Baltimore native. Salute!
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
NEWS: Meek Mill Pins Down Release Date for "Dreams & Nightmares [Album]"
After Meek Mill pushed back the release date for his debut album, Dreams & Nightmares, he's finally pinned down a release date. Dreams & Nightmares will drop October 30th. Hit the jump to read more about Meek Mill's upcoming project.
MUSIC: Lamborghini Angels - Lupe Fiasco
Just a few weeks ago, Lupe Fiasco gave a disclaimer for Lamborghini Angels before he released it. Today, we get the CDQ. I can definitely see why he gave the disclaimer. Not sure if I am feeling this track. It's real though. Just, not for me. If you dig it though, download it below.
Monday, August 13, 2012
MUSIC: Refill Freestyle - Wiz Khalifa
Wiz drops a freeestyle over Elle's original. Hopefully we'll hear some more Wiz soon. Salute!
VIDEO: DC to BC Trillectro Festival - Schoolboy Q
"School Boy Q performs at DC to BC's Trillectro festival held at the DC Half Street Fairgrounds with special guest performance by A$AP Ant."
VIDEO: 2 Chainz's "Based On a T.R.U. Story" Album Signing in Baltimore
"On Friday, August 10 2012, rapper 2 Chainz was in Baltimore to perform and to do an in-store signing at a DTLR store. Also in the building was fellow G.O.O.D. Music member Pusha T. Not only did the Atlanta rapper 2 Chainz sign his cd covers but he caused a RIOT in doing so. The second 2 Chainz vehicle pulled up, he was swarmed with fans taking pictures as he entered the store. The word had got out that 2 Chainz was in the building and the entire city came out. "
Thursday, August 9, 2012
NEWS: Young Jeezy Named Senior Vice President of A&R at Atlantic Records
I guess Young Jeezy knows where the talent is, huh? According to DJ Folk, The Snowman is now the Senior Vice President of A&R at Atlantic Records. As crazy as this sounds, this is a smart move on Atlantic's part. Who knows what people want more than the artists themselves? Not to mention I haven't really been feeling what the artists on Atlantic have been putting out recently. Congrats, Jeezy! Hit the jump to read more about the deal between Atlantic & Mr. Jeezy.
NEWS: Azealia Banks & Diplo Cover Vibe Magazine
Azealia Banks & Diplo cover Vibe Magazine's August/September edition, which hits stores August 22nd. Hit the jump to read the full cover story.
MUSIC: Hip-Hop (feat. Nas, Scarface & DJ Premier) - DJ Khaled
DJ Khaled recruits the Justice League to produce a track for his upcoming album, Kiss The Ring, which drops August 21st.
MUSIC: Yuck (feat. Lil Wayne) - 2 Chainz
2 Chainz connects with Lil Wayne for a track off of his debut album, Based On a T.R.U. Story, which drops August 14th. Pre-order Based On a T.R.U. Story here.
NEWS: Official Artwork + Track Listing for Busta Rhymes' "Year of the Dragon [Mixtape]"
If you haven't heard yet, Busta was planning on releasing a mixtape for the masses sometime this summer. Today, we finally get a release date. On August 21st, Busta will drop Year of the Dragon for free. Hit the jump to peep the track listing. Salute!
VIDEO: Drake Talks Aaliyah Album
"Tyrone aka T-RexXx scores an exclusive interview with Drake backstage at OVO Fest and chats about the festival and his upcoming collaboration with the late Aaliyah."
So, what is the Haughton family going to do about this?
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
NEWS: The Haughton Family Will NOT Support a New Aaliyah Album
Not long after "Enough Said" was released, Aaliyah's family has made a statement on Aaliyah's official facebook page saying that they do NOT support a posthumous album. Hit the jump to read more the statement and the state of Aaliyah's new album.
MUSIC: HITstory [Mixtape] - Hit-Boy
The brains behind N*ggas and Paris, and A$AP Rocky's Goldie finally releases a solo project for the masses. Features include Big Sean, Kid Cudi, John Legend, Chip Tha Ripper, and more. I am not really sure to expect, so I am going into the experience with impartiality. Hit the jump to listen to and download the whole project.
NEWS: An Interview w/ Her Favorite Colo(u)r – Blu
"When I contacted Blu about an interview I told him that he was “One of my favorite MC’s”. I kind of understated that a little. I was trying not to sound like some uber fan or something. But the truth is, Blu’s by far my favorite MC right now. His sound is amazing to me. Dude’s a poet, an artist and I’m really honored to be able to have interviewed him. I could say some corny line here about “hip-hop still being alive”, but the fact is, if you listen to Blu, you already know this. During our interview with Blu he speaks on his writing process, acting, his live performances, the Lakers and more."
MUSIC: The World Is Not Enough - Asher Roth
MUSIC: The Flight of My Life [Alternate Version] (feat. Pusha T) - Colin Munroe
Monday, August 6, 2012
MUSIC: Hail Mary (feat. Lil Wayne & Young Jeezy) - Trey Songz
Trey Songz leaks the seventh song off of his upcoming album, Chapter V, which drops August 21st.
NEWS: Official Artwork + Track Listing for Slaughterhouse's "Welcome To: Our House [Album]"
The official artwork and track listing for Slaughterhouse's upcoming project, Welcome To: Our House, which drops August 28th. I totally forgot about this dropping at the end of the month. Now that I am reminded, I will proceed to be excited about it. Hit the jump to peep the track listing.
MUSIC: Where I'm From (prod. Ricky P) - Chevy Woods
VIDEO: Drake & Friends at OVO Fest 2012
Drake performs at OVO fest in Toronto and brings out artists Nicki Minaj, Snoop Lion, French Montana, 2 Chainz, and more. Enjoy!
MUSIC: Outta Control (feat. Gucci Mane & 2 Chainz) - Jeremih
VIDEO: J. Cole & Childish Gambino Live at Lollapalooza 2012
Hit the jump to peep Gambino perform, "Outside."
MUSIC: Walk On Green (feat. French Montana) - Kirko Bangz
Kirko Bangz attempts to follow up "Drank In My Cup" with a single featuring French Montana. I am not really feeling this one, but I wouldn't be surprised if the media did. This track is featured on Kirko Bangz' upocming mixtape, Procrastination Killz 4.
MUSIC: Hold On (feat. Young Jeezy) - Machine Gun Kelly
Machine Gun Kelly's latest single off of his debut album with Young Jeezy. Not sure if I feel this one, but feel free to listen to it below. MGK will announce the release date of his debut album tonight on Ustream.
Sunday, August 5, 2012
MUSIC: Do My Dance (feat. 2 Chainz) - Tyga
Tyga recruits 2 Chainz for the first single to his third installment of his Well Done series. Classic stripper music, Tyga. Well Done 3 coming soon!
MUSIC: Enough Said (feat. Drake) - Aaliyah
Drake features on the first single from Aaliyah's upcoming posthumous album. As dope as this sounds, I can't help but feel nostalgic while listening to it. Aaliyah was such an angel. Luckily, the duo sound great together. If only we could have heard this in real time. Salute!
Friday, August 3, 2012
VIDEO: Back & Forth with Childish Gambino & Chief Keef
I somehow missed this the week of July 24th, but I figured I'd post it anyway. One, because Gambino is hilarious. Two, because Chief Keef is an idiot. Lend four minutes of your attention to this video.
MUSIC: I Don't Like [Remix] - T.I.
T.I. remixes Chief Keef's original. T.I. does a good job keeping himself in the spotlight. THAT'S THAT SHIT I DO LIKE! Salute!
VIDEO: Back & Forth with A$AP Rocky & Schoolboy Q
"A$AP Rocky and Schoolboy Q take bong rips, rip on Danny Brown, and announce their upcoming tour. Oh, and A$AP reveals the identity of his fiancé."
NEWS: Official Artwork for G.O.O.D. Music's Cruel Summer
The official artwork for G.O.O.D. Music's upcoming project, Cruel Summer, which drops September 4th. Hit the jump to peep the artwork from a different angle.
MUSIC: Momma In My Ear (feat. Pusha T) - Mikkey Halsted
Mikkey Halsted drops his latest single alongside Pusha T off of his upcoming project. This track goes pretty hard. I feel this one. Castro drops August 8th.
MUSIC: LoveJoy Park EP - Tabi Bonney
MUSIC: Exodus 23:1 Freestyle - Young Dro
MUSIC: Separated (Real from the Fake) - Havoc
Havoc takes more shots at Mobb Deep partner Prodigy on his new single. Be on the lookout for Havoc's upcoming album, 13, coming soon.
MUSIC: Amen [Remix] - Game
MUSIC: Lap of Lux [Mixtape] - Sir Michael Rocks
Sir Michael Rocks drops his highly anticipated new mixtape, Lap of Lux. Mr. Rocks never fails to disappoint, so don't expect him to with Lap of Lux. I have a feeling this might be one of my favorite tapes of 2012. Appearances include Mac Miller, Casey Veggies & more. Production includes Hit-Boy, Chuck Inglish, Cardo, and more. Listen to the whole thing and download it after the jump. Salute!
Thursday, August 2, 2012
MUSIC: Take Me Back - Pac Div
Pac Div drops an unreleased track intended for their 2011 mixtape, Mania! Not sure why this didn't make the final cut. It's already one of my favorite Pac Div tracks. Anyway, download after the jump.
MUSIC: Rose Clique Freestyle - Chevy Woods
Chevy puts his spin on Nipsey Hussle's original. Download after the jump.
NEWS: The Hip Hop Update with A$AP Rocky
In an interview with The Hip Hop Update, A$AP Rocky talks video directing, why music is fun, & his debut album. Hit the jump to read the whole interview.
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
MUSIC: Power Circle Freestyle - Memphis Bleek
Mr. Bleek spits over the intro to MMG's Self Made Vol. 2. Download after the jump.
MUSIC: Pumped Up Kicks - A$AP Rocky
MUSIC: Tell Me What You Want - Nipsey Hussle
Nipsey Hussle drops a freestyle in celebration of 300k followers on twitter. Download after the jump.
MUSIC: No Idols (Album) - Domo Genesis & The Alchemist
Odd Future's Domo Genesis connects with veteran producer The Alchemist to create collaborative album, No Idols. Features include Earl Sweatshirt, Vince Staples, Action Bronson, Freddie Gibbs, Prodigy and more. Hit the jump to peep the track listing and download the whole project.
MUSIC: The Heart - Jordan Williams
Jordan Williams lets loose his third release of the summer produced by Jamla's Eric G. A little more sentimental then we're used to from the young MC, but the sentimentality doesn't sacrifice any skill. Good work. Salute!
NEWS: Kendrick Lamar Says Features on "good kid, m.A.A.d. city" Will Be Minimal
In an interview with CBC Music, Kendrick Lamar reveals that he won't have many, if any, features on his upcoming debut album, good kid, m.A.A.d. city. Hit the jump to read the full interview and find out more details about Lamar's upcoming solo effort.
NEWS: Jay-Z to Executive Produce Soundtrack for NBA 2K13
Jay-Z, one of the biggest moguls in pop culture, has his own clothing line, record label, and much more. It only took so long before he was a part of the video game realm too. Hit the jump to read more about Jay-Z's participating in NBA 2K13.
VIDEO: Montreality's Interview with Obie Trice
"Obie Trice released his third album Bottoms Up in April this year and he already has plans to move on to the next one titled The Hangover. In an interview with Montreality, Obie talks about his student life, passion for literature, artists he’d like to collaborate and more. Speaking on his current projects, Obie says he will go on tour soon to promote Bottoms Upand then come back next year with his 4th studio album The Hangover.
Two days ago, Obie revealed Warren G collaboration on the album on which he’s trying to add vocals from Eminem." - HipHop-N-More
MUSIC: Stacks On Deck - Cory Gunz
With Cory Gunz's album not yet in sight, Mr. Gunz holds us over again with another single. This time, produced by araabMUZIK, Cory makes sure we keep him in the back of our minds. Don't sleep! Download after the jump.
MUSIC: Mercy Freestyle - Emilio Rojas
Emilio Rojas puts his spin on G.O.O.D. Music's "Mercy," produced by Grime & Salva. Download after the jump.
NEWS: Drake to Reportedly Executive Produce Aaliyah's Posthumous Album
First a tattoo, now Drake is executively producing Aaliyah's first posthumous album. Drake is also expected to feature Aaliyah on his next single. Hit the jump to read more about both.
NEWS: Meek Mill's "Dreams & Nightmares (Album)" Pushed Back
With the success of Meek Mill's Dreamchasers 2, Meek Mill was prepared to release his debut album, Dreams & Nightmares, on August 28th. But, in a recent interview with Power 105, Rick Ross mentioned that Meek's album has been pushed back. Hit the jump to read more about the delay.
NEWS: Maybach Music Group Covers Vibe Magazine
With MMG's presence increasing everyday around the world, VIBE covers the label and highlights their rise to prominence. Hit the jump to see the rest of the crew on the cover and read the full article on MMG. Salute!
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