December 2009
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Jordan Looney
When I first heard Nerd Hop it was a relief. I thought finally, an up and coming rapper who actually pays attention to his lyrics and raps with a purpose. When I met him in person and heard him battle live, I realized not only is his live show incredibly ill, he is one of those rare people whose mere presence takes everyone’s attention. His next mixtape, Nerd Hop Vol 3, is scheduled to...
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WatchThe post humous Michael Jackson single, “This Is It,” was released along with a music video provided by Spike Lee. And being a Jackson fan since I was a little kid, the video is probably one of the most striking works created in the wake of his death. We know Spike Lee is a controversial figure, but he manages to seperate the exploits that were associated with Michael before his death...
My Cudi Criticism
Kid Cudi, a crossover success; hes able to incorporate his own beliefs into his music but at the same time appealing to huge numbers of usually non-hip hop crowds. Except I keep hearing all these complaints on his style, flow, and overall presentation. Now I mean, he isn’t your typical dude, the guy doesn’t have the past of Nas or the life of Biggie but he has a past nevertheless....
Just Begun Feat. Jay Electronica, J. Cole, & Mos... →
Talib Kweli & Hi Tek are finally back! This track features one of my favorite emerging artists, Jay Electronica, and one of my favorite rappers of all time, Mos Def. Everyone goes real hard, Hi Tek shining the brightest (the production is supreme as always). Be sure to download this one for sure and be on the look out for their upcoming CD scheduled to release February 2010.
-L
Benny Benassi - Pursuit of Happiness
New Benny Benassi Remix of “Pursuit of Happiness”
Benny Benassi is a weird dude but he comes out with some of the hottest most original remixes in the game.
Download Pursuit of Happiness Remix
Lupe Not Happy Over Leaked Track
Recently a Lupe Fiasco track titled “I’m Beaming” was leaked, and this is what Lupe himself had to say about it on his Myspace:
“To Whom It May Concern…
For The Record: The track “I’m Beaming” that was leaked last night was NOT authorized or intentionally leaked by myself or my company. Plain and simple its STOLEN property. And this goes for ANY...
Merry Christmas
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De La Soul - La La La
This song came out earlier this year but I feel like a lot of people slept on it. It goes to show that De La Soul is still creating great, new, original music 20 years after they started.
Download Here
-D
New Mickey Factz
New Mickey Factz “New Words”
It’s a pretty dope new version of an already awesome song, Kanye’s “Two Words” featuring Talib and Common. If you don’t know “Two Words”… step your game up.
Download New Words
-D
WatchSeasick Steve, a blues player from the era of Janis Joplin and Joni Mitchell gives us a look into his life and where it once started many years before he even had any money to represent the music he plays today. Steve’s played for many decades and festivals alike, its a great watch even if you don’t like the blues. There is a second part if your interested, on vimeo.com.
-A
Thom's Time in Copenhagen
The past weekend was extremely important for all tree-loving, global hopefuls and Thom Yorke fans around the world, it happen to be the Copenhagen Climate Change Treaty that was being discussed in….well Copenhagen. You ask what does Thom Yorke have to do with any of this, the Radiohead frontman who happens to be a lively environmental activist within his home country of...
Mos Def's new track "24 Hour Karate School"...
This past friday Mos Def’s new track “24 Hour Karate School” debuted and has been all over underground hip hop blogs. This track though it may not be what you expect from Mos Def, you’ll love it; amazing production on track by Ski Beatz as well. Mos Def doesn’t come with usual hard and provoking flow but nevertheless he still comes with the fire; and if these...
Alicia Keys - Empire State of Mind Pt. II
Alicia Keys Broke Down “Empire State of Mind” with her own piano version of it.
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Watch below as she performs it live on The Colbert Report with Steven Colbert himself as the featured rapper
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Special Feat. Pharrell & Brandy - Snoop Dogg →
This track really is special, probably one of the best tracks The Neptunes have put out in a long time. Def check it out.
Also check out this hilarious video of Snoop Dogg on The Colbert Report
-L
Gavin - Stuck in My Head →
This song is on replay right now! I’ve never heard of Gavin before, but I’m itching for more. Click above to download, and enjoy this, I know you will.
-J
Lil Wayne featuring Eminem - Drop the World
Eminem Finally Goes In.
Download “Drop the World”
-D
Pursuit of Happiness (Steve Aoki Dance Remix)
If Cudi ever went on tour with any of the electro DJ’s that remix his songs, it would easily be one of the most insane concert tour of the decade
Download Pursuit of Happiness (Steve Aoki Dance Remix)
- D
Raekwon - Happy New Year! →
Happy New Year to you too, Raekwon!
Download above :)
-J
The Hip Hop State of Mind
Having been raised during the 90’s, I saw the endless potential of hip hop and R &B; from outside my tenant apartment building on Dudley Ave just another outcrop on the now recognized East Tremont Avenue. And as we shot Gatorade caps and played for coins, you could hear the sweet melodies of “Killing Me Softly” or the blasting effect of Diane Ross on loop in “Mo’ Money Mo’ Problems”...
Flo Rida's Biggest Fan
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Lupe Fiasco ft. Trey Songz - Blackout (Alternate... →
Pretty dope. Click above to download :)
-J
Stand By Me
It bothers me that the Jonas Brothers and Soulja Boys of today can make millions while the artists who put videos like these together get nothing. These musicians define soul and this video is ridiculously inspirational.
Honestly, one day I hope to make something like this.
-D
Light of the day/dark of the Night - Shaun... →
Great tune, download it and become obsessed.
-J
Buddy Rich vs. Animal
Buddy Rich + Sesame Street = Fucking Insane
-D
New Eminem - Elevator
New song “Elevator” off the “Refill” version of Relapse coming out the 21st… it’s actually not bad.
Download “Elevator”
-D
The Next 48 Hours With Wale Part 1
Wale is the man.
-D
Kanye Gets Bitch Slapped
I dont think this is real (power ranger punch sound effect kinda gave it away) but dont you kinda wish it really did happen?
-L
Video: BlakRoc - Dollaz & Sense/Tellin’ Me Things
(Live on Fallon)
Stephen Babcock
I met Stephen Babcock at school this year, and unlike 99% of the “artists” I meet, Stephen has both talent and originality. Stephen’s acoustical guitar music is definitely way above the average. I’m just waiting for the ladies to find out about these songs and fall in love with this kid.
Pay special attention to “Fallin” and “Lost Chances”.
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I’ve been cruisin’ trying to pick up on any new sound coming out, not exactly sure if its new or not but The New Sins are doing it for me right now. Hailing from England they’ve taken this disco sound from decades ago and crossed the age old sound with an electronic funk; making a hybrid beast thats kinda crack to my ears. Well listen up cause it seems this is indeed the sound...
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-D
Weezy's Life (Documentary)
Heres an insight to what goes on in the crazy life of New Orleans rapper Lil’ Wayne. This documentary truly inspired me, take some time to watch it.
http://www.zshare.net/video/68621919a44212b4/
-L
Kidz in the Hall x LRG Mixtape
MIxtape (in english) is called The Professional Leisure Tour. Songs by Kidz in the Hall featuring Naledge and Double O. Sponsored by LRG.
Download Here
-J
New Charles Hamilton
New Charles Hamilton, “Loserville”, off of Normalcy, which I heard is still scheduled to drop tomorrow?
Download Here
- D
"Avenue of Criminals" - The Canon Logic →
^Click Above^
This is the first official single of The Canon Logics upcoming album, FM ARCADE. Watch out for the album drop, and check back when it does for an artist review.
To get this banging track for free, press “Share” under the “Get it Now” button, and email to 5 friends. If you can’t wait that long, just buy it for around $2.00 .
-J
