Rap and Blues

D Schwartz – Sucka Blogga

Can — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 21:55:39 +0000

D Schwartz uses an A Tribe Called Quest classic to make this greeting to all the sucker bloggers.

Chiddy Bang – The Fuck You (Remix)

Can — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 21:45:04 +0000

Chiddy Bang remixes Cee Lo Green‘s great new single and made a version of their own of it, enjoy!

John Legend & The Roots feat. Black Thought – Hard Times

Can — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 21:35:15 +0000

Another leaked track off the upcoming John Legend & The Roots album “Wake Up” (coming September 21st). For this one they got Black Thought on their back.

Video: B.o.B Interview With Chelsea Lately

Can — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 21:29:20 +0000

B.o.B. speaks with Chelsea Lately about the origins of his name, the upcoming VMA's this weekend and many more.

Random Track of the Day #278

Can — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 21:25:11 +0000

Citizen Cope - Let The Drummer Kick

Free Mixtape: Fashawn – Grizzly City 3

Can — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:01:41 +0000

Part three of Fashawn‘s mixtape series “Grizzly City”. This one releases three year after “Grizzly City 2″. Feature appearance by Bravo, Dirty Money, Grafik and many more. On the production side we got Exile, DJ Babu, Needlz and others. The mitape is hosted by DJ Skee.

John Legend & The Roots – Shine

Can — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:33:18 +0000

Here we have a leaked track from the upcoming John Legend & The Roots collabo album “Wake Up”, coming September 21st, which marks the second single from the release. Something to laid back and relax.

Video: Skyzoo & !llmind Present: “Tales From The Tape” Episode 1

Can — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:27:25 +0000

Every Tuesday, Skyzoo & !llmind will be presenting an episode from their four part video web series “Tales From The Tape” in which they give fans an inside look into the creation of their forthcoming collaborative album “Live From The Tape Deck”, which hit the stores October 5th.

Free Mixtape: Young Gully – Definition Of Gas

Can — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:20:16 +0000

Young Gully drops his mixtape, which is meant to be a street album. The release is hosted by DJ Racks, feature appearances by J-Stalin, Shady Nate, D-Lo, Young Moses and many more.

Video: Young Gully feat. Pep Love & Hongry – 93 Til Infinity Remix

Can — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:12:19 +0000

Official music video of Young Gully‘s remix of the classic “93 Til Infinity” from the “Definition of Gas” mixtape. The video is directed by Aris Jerome. See one post above to get his mixtape “Free Mixtape: Young Gully – Definition Of Gas” or click here.

Random Track of the Day #277

Can — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:08:31 +0000

Foreign Beggars Feat. Skinnyman - Hold On

Mary J Blige feat. Busta Rhymes & Gyptian – Anything You Want

Can — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:35:57 +0000

“Anything You Want” Don’t know exactly where this leak is coming from, but never mind: Nice work, enjoy! → Download: Mary J Blige feat. Busta Rhymes & Gyptian – Anything You Want

Classic: Foreign Beggars – Beggars Brew Mixtape 2006

Can — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:32:27 +0000

This mixtape was compiled by UK Rap Group “Foreign Beggars” back in 2006. The CD was only pressed 1000 times back then and they now decides to give away this for free via Soundcloud. Enjoy!

Video: Nickelus F – What Am I Suppose To Do Now

Can — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:31:40 +0000

Official music video of Nickelus F “What Am I Suppose To Do Now”, taken off his mixtape “Season Premiere“.

Random Track of the Day #276

Can — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:30:46 +0000

Echorausch - Sie War Die

Free Mixtape: Jay-Z & Jimi Hendrix – Jigga Hendrix

Can — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 18:15:57 +0000

DJ Fatty Hezlop put some Jay-Z vocals over classic Jimi Hendrix instrumentals. The result is a very interesting mashup between two great artists. Be sure to take a look at this!

Video: Murs & 9th Wonder – Asian Girl

Can — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 18:14:59 +0000

Official music video of Murs & 9th Wonder's "Asian Girl". The pictures were shot at the "Rock The Bells" Festival.

7L & Esoteric – No Shots

Can — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 18:09:21 +0000

This one is leaked off the upcoming album "1212", releasing October 12th.

Classic: The Jaz feat Jay-Z – It’s That Simple [1991]

Can — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 18:02:05 +0000

This track is taken off The Jaz‘s EP “Ya Don’t Stop” back in 1991 (Amazon). It includes a feature of the young Jay-Z.

Video: Young Buck – When The Rain Stops

Can — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 17:55:16 +0000

Official music video of Young Buck's "When The Rain Stops". His album "The Rehab" drops September 7th. Video is directed by Damon Jamal.

Random Track of the Day #275

Can — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 17:41:10 +0000

Al Green-Lets Stay Together

Group Home feat. Jeru The Damaja – G.U.R.U.

Can — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 16:52:19 +0000

Group Home and Jeru The Damaja with a dedication for the legandary Guru.

Lloyd Banks – See Me Bright

Can — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 16:45:36 +0000

In preparation for his new release "HFM2" Lloyd Banks comes with another leaked track. This one is titled "See Me Bright". Enjoy!

Jermaine Dupri feat. Johnta Austin – Take Me Away

Can — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 16:40:21 +0000

First of all I thought this is Slick Rick on the record. But never mind, this is Jermaine Dupri with a feature by Johnta Austin, presenting his song "Take Me Away".

Kanye West – Devil In A New Dress

Can — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 16:34:49 +0000

“Devil In A New Dress” Kanye keeps his promise continuing on with his give away fridays till December. So here comes another exclusive for the fans called “Devil In A New Dress”, which is prdoced by “Bink!“. → Download: Kanye West – Devil In A New Dress

Mickey Factz – Hot Tottie Freestyle

Can — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 16:30:11 +0000

As the week concludes, Factz takes on the Hot Tottie instrumental. The delay of the mixtape cause Mickey to release several freestyles for his fans. His next mixtape titled "I'm Better Than You" coming very soon.

Random Track of the Day #274

Can — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 16:26:38 +0000

Jeff Spec - My Story

Top10: Flavour of the Month – August 2010

Can — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 16:12:27 +0000

Every month we present a Top10 list of Songs, which the Rap and Blues team mostly listened to during the past 4 weeks. If a song was mentioned on the blog, you can click on it to get to the post.

Rah Digga feat. Redman – This Ain’t No Lil Kid Rap (Remix)

Can — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:53:43 +0000

This is a remix of Rah Digga’s current single “This Ain’t No Lil Kid Rap” off her new album, which hit the stores on September 14th. Track is produced by Nottz. Nice one!

Doc Ish feat. Buckshot, Rock (of Heltah Skeltah) & Colloso – Make Moves

Can — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:43:47 +0000

Grammy Award winner Doc Ish (produced Eminem's "We Made You") links up with Buckshot, Rock (of Heltah Skeltah) and Colloso for this one. His debut project "Doc Ish Presents: The First Treatment" will be releasing, on Oct 26th 2010 on Universal Records.

Video: B.o.B. feat. Rivers Cuomo – Magic

Can — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:35:27 +0000

Official music video of B.o.B.'s "Magic" with a feature of Rivers Coumo off his current album "The Adventures of Bobby Ray”.

Video: SL Jones – Making Money Fast (Remix) + DL

Can — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:35:19 +0000

SL Jones' "No Expiration Date" leak series continues with his "Making Money Fast" remix of Rozay's "BMF." Here you got the official music video and a download link for the song.

Random Track of the Day #273

Can — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:34:51 +0000

Alberto Gambino - Baby tú

Nipsey Hussle – Grind Mode

Can — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:43:14 +0000

Leaked track of Nipsey Hussle's "South Central State Of Mind: The Leaks Vol. 1", which is due out soon.

Free Mixtape: J. Monday – The Sequel

Can — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:20:30 +0000

Harrisburg, Pa., emcee J. Monday brings you his mixtape, The Sequel, sponsored by RefinedHype.com. Authenticity is what Monday gives fans – real life and true stories. It’s worth to take a look, enjoy!

Free Mixtape: R.H.Bless – Hustle & Pray Street EP

Can — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:14:25 +0000

After his mixtape "Unsignable" R.H.Bless is back again on the block with his 10-track street EP "Hustle & Pray Street". Productions are from beatsmiths like Shysty Shyst, Philty, Trakdealaz and Hood Riot that is sure to keep your head nodding.

Weekly Rap Classic #35

Can — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:13:33 +0000

KMD - Nitty Gritty (ft Brand Nubian)

Random Track of the Day #272

Can — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:12:04 +0000

Gladiators – Rearrange Dedicated to Julia from HD!

Free Mix: DUB KWELI (produced by Max Tannone)

Can — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:16:59 +0000

After “MOS DUB“, here comes another great project by Max Tannone. This time he dubbed some vocals by Talib Kweli over classic reggea dub tracks. Be sure to take a look at this excellent work!

Skillz feat. Raheem DeVaughn – Call Me Crazy

Can — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:05:44 +0000

This one is the first official single called "Call Me Crazy" from Skillz' new album titled "The World Needs More Skillz" dropping October 12th. He got Raheem DeVaughn in his back for his one and you can download it for free.

Kanye West feat. Jay-Z, Rick Ross, Bon Iver & Nicki Minaj – Monster

Can — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 20:58:15 +0000

Kanye West grabs Jay-Z, Rick Ross, Bon Iver and Nicki Minaj for “Monster”. This one is part of Kanye’s plan to drop every week a free track till Christmas.

Video: Video: B.o.B – Don’t Let Me Fall (Live)

Can — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:24:18 +0000

B.o.B. with a performance of "Don't Let Me Fall" at MTV Unplugged with guest appearances by Robin Thicke, Melanie Fiona and Janelle Monáe. Just great music, enjoy!

Video: Rado Da Boss – Tears Of Pain

Can — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:10:56 +0000

Official music video of Rado Da Boss’ “Tears of Pain” which is directed by The Poparazzi. Enjoy!

Random Track of the Day #271

Can — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:09:12 +0000

Akhenaton - Mon Texte Le Savon

“Rap and Blues” back on the block

Can — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:51:21 +0000

Just want to inform you, that both of us are back on the block from our summer holidays trips. Aviator had a good time on Mallorca (Spain) with his cousin. Meanwhile Can was chilling with some friends at the Rototom Reggea & Dancehall Festival in Benicassim (Spain).

Jesse Boykins Feat. MeLo-X & Trae Harris – Prototype

Can — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:50:28 +0000

Here we have a great laid back track by Jesse Boykins Feat. MeLo-X & Trae Harris titled "Prototype". Such a great one, enjoy!

See Francis – Louder

Can — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:49:01 +0000

See Francis just came up with this track to step into the arena. If you like quality lyrics with less Hip-Pop-ness, you should definitely take a look at this.

Nas – Last Real, Part 2

Can — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:29:11 +0000

A brand new freestyle for the audience by Nas, who is working on his new solo album. But there is no relese date till now.

Video: Progress Report – Wake Up

Can — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:18:07 +0000

Official music video by Progress Report off their new album titled “Spill Out Series Vol. 4“. The song is called “Wake Up” and it is directed by John Schweitzer. Be sure to take a look at the interview which we did in the past with Progress Report (Part 1, Part 2).

Random Track of the Day #270

Can — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:01:01 +0000

The UMC - You Got My Back

Free Mix: Studio 1 Riddimwise (84 tracks!)

Can — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 22:02:14 +0000

Okay, this might be one of my favorite posts in the history of Rap and Blues so far. King Kong Disco from Hamburg, Germany, compiled a 2h 49 min mix full of riddims, released by the legendary jamaican Studio 1 record label.

Random Track of the Day #269

Can — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 22:01:15 +0000

Black Eyed Peas - Clap Your Hands

Video: Nashawn – It’s True / In Jail

Can — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 04:01:50 +0000

Official music video for Nashawn - "It's True / In Jail" Mass. His release "Destruction Reloaded" is due out Dec 2010. Video Directed by Q-Butta.

Random Track of the Day #268

Can — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 22:01:15 +0000

Zion I ft. Aceyalone - Borderline

Video: Kurupt – Massacre Central

Can — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 19:18:39 +0000

Official music video for Kurupt's - "Massacre Central". Directed by Chris Martinez and produced by Dame Grease.

Free Mixtape: Purpose – Better Than Your Album (Hosted by Statik Selektah)

Can — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 22:02:05 +0000

The mixtape "Better Than Your Album" is presented in collabo with "One3 Music" and "Diamond Music Group" and is hosted by Statik Selektah. Cuts by DJ Slipwax.

Random Track of the Day #267

Can — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 22:01:50 +0000

Kenny Dope - Gunshot

Video: Kool Keith – New York

Can — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 22:02:40 +0000

Official music video from Kool Keith’s “New York”, which is available at Itunes. Clicke the button below to purchase the track:

Random Track of the Day #266

Can — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 22:01:24 +0000

Sniper-Sans Repère

Random Track of the Day #265

Can — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:01:03 +0000

Mad Skillz - Inherit the World

Video: Fresh Daily – In The Stuy (On My Mind)

Can — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:02:01 +0000

“This was shot in my Bed-stuy brownstone home & around the way in Bed-Stuy/Ft. Greene, Brooklyn NY. Oftentimes, you may find yourself reminiscing about someone you dig while out for a corner store run or walk. Summertime in the hood is swell, folks.”

Random Track of the Day #264

Can — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:01:09 +0000

Erick Sermon feat. Sy Scott & Khari - Like Me

Random Track of the Day #263

Can — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 22:01:57 +0000

Lootpack - Innersoul

Video: Tek feat. Steele & Havoc – Death Is Forever

Can — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 22:02:26 +0000

The track is taken of Tek's upcoming mixtape "24KT", releasing August, 24th. Feature appearance by Steele and Havoc.

Random Track of the Day #262

Can — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 22:01:09 +0000

The Mohawks - Pepsi

Random Track of the Day #261

Can — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 22:01:00 +0000

Nappy Roots - No Static

Torch feat. Rick Ross, Fozzie Bear, Busta Rhymes, Yo Gotti & N.O.R.E. – Bang Yo City (Remix)

Can — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 22:02:31 +0000

Great collabo track by Maybach Music label, no more words to say.

Random Track of the Day #260

Can — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 22:01:28 +0000

Jeru The Damaja - One Day

Nipsey Hu$$le – New Money

Can — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 22:02:11 +0000

While we are waiting for Nipsey Hu$$le's "South Central State Of Mind", he presents us via Twitter this joint. The Track is produced by J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League.

King Reign feat. Kardinal Offishall & Saukrates – Money

Can — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 22:01:45 +0000

Kardinal Offishall and Saukrates join King Reign to release the lead single “Money” off King Reign’s album Reign Music v.2.

Random Track of the Day #259

Can — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 22:01:30 +0000

Swollen Members Feat Ghostface Killah - Weight

The Drop Squad – Miss HBCU

Can — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 22:00:47 +0000

This one is the first release from The Drop Squad's upcoming mixtape "The Drop", which features production from Oddisee, Ayatollah, Best Kept Secret, Apollo Brown, Cache and more. "Miss HBCU" is produced by BKS in preparation for the college homecoming season.

Weekly Rap Classic #34

Can — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 21:59:18 +0000

2Pac - If My Homie Calls (Live) @ Yo MTV Raps 1992

French Montana – Run NY

Can — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 22:02:36 +0000

This track is the first single from French Montana's new mixtape "Coke Boys", which will be dropping later this year.

Bilal – Restart

Can — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:57:46 +0000

First leak from Bilal's upcoming album "Airtight’s Revenge", which will be in stores on September 14th.

Video: Q Da Kid – The Moment

Can — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:51:46 +0000

Official music video by Q Da Kid who is surely on his grind as he refers himself as “Mr. By Any Means” to be a hustler on his own going hard video. Directed by TheShayWest.

Raekwon feat. Bun B – Never Matter To You

Can — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:44:47 +0000

This leaked track is taken off Raekwon's deluxe edition of "Only Built 4 Cuban Linx pt. II". He got Bun B in his back for this one.

Random Track of the Day #258

Can — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:43:50 +0000

De La Soul - Me Myself and I

R.H.Bless – Speaks for Itself

Can — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:24:35 +0000

This one is leaked off R.H. Bless’ upcoming mixtape “Hustle & Pray”, which drops on Tuesday, August 24. Bes sure to take a look at the latest mixtape “Unsignable” of the UMA-nominated emcee, which we posted some time ago.

Exclusive: Interview with “Progress Report” part 2

Can — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 22:01:30 +0000

Last week, United States of Mind’s artist “Progress Report”, took some time to make an interview with us. Here comes the second part which is about the living situation in detroit, their musical influence and the movement “United States of Mind“.

KiD CuDi – Mr. Rager

Can — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 21:28:52 +0000

This one is a leaked track by the Man on the man nad produced by Kanye West. KiD CuDi's album "Man On The Moon II: The Legend of Mr Rager" coming later this year.

Fat Freddy’s Drop: Live at Roundhouse 2008

Can — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 21:27:03 +0000

Here you got the chance to get a prelisten of "Fat Freddy's Drop" upcoming album "Live at Roundhouse", which will be releasing at September 17th. They play a very nice mix of Dub, Roots-Reggae and Downbeat as usual.

Bryant Dope feat. Talib Kweli – Live Your Dreams

Can — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 21:22:43 +0000

Bryant Dope got Talib Kweli for "Live Your Dreams" in his back, which is produced by DJ Webstar.

Random Track of the Day #257

Can — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 21:20:15 +0000

Michael Jackson - Wings of my Love

Exclusive: Interview with “Progress Report” part 1

Can — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 22:07:29 +0000

Last week, United States of Mind’s artist “Progress Report”, took some time to make an interview with us. In the first part we talked about detroits musical influence to their music, spots to dig and recommendable places to go eating in detroit.

Lloyd Banks feat. Lloyd – Any Girl

Can — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 22:06:01 +0000

Lloyd Banks got his namesake Lloyd in his back for "Any Girl". This is the official music video, taken from Lloyd Banks upcoming album "Hunger For More 2" due out later this year.

Lloyd – Lay It Down

Can — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 22:02:49 +0000

First leak of Lloyd’s upcoming album “King Of Hearts”, due out later this year. “Lay It Down” is produced by “Polow Da Don”.

Random Track of the Day #256

Can — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 21:55:15 +0000

Eric B. & Rakim - Let The Rhythm Hit Em (Omega One Remix)

Diggin in the crates part 33

Can — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 04:01:24 +0000

The Fatback Band, Mobb Deep

Raekwon – Travel Places

Can — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 19:13:01 +0000

Some new musical output by Raekwon. The track is dedicated all the woman, who can do much more with their lives. Serious shit, enjoy!

Video: Bully (of D-Block) – Don’t Run Up On Me

Can — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 19:12:04 +0000

Official music video of Bully's "Don't RunUp On Me".

Random Track of the Day #255

Can — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 18:09:45 +0000

London Posse - Here Comes The Rugged One

Twista feat. Raekwon – The Heat

Can — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 18:10:13 +0000

A brand new leak of Twista’s upcoming album. For “The Heat” he got Raekwon in his back. The track is produced by No I.D. and Traxster. Twista’s new album “The Perfect Storm” is planned to release on October 26th.

Free Mixtape: Mac Miller – K.I.D.S.

Can — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 18:09:12 +0000

After posting the track Good Evening and the official music video for Mac Miller’s Don’t Mind If I Do, here comes his mixtape “K.I.D.S.”. Enjoy!

Video: Mickey Factz – Paradise

Can — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 17:53:10 +0000

World premiere of Mickey Factz "Paradise", which is the first visual of his Debut Album "The Achievement".

Stealth – The Nothing

Can — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 17:41:49 +0000

Here is a track by Stealth from Atlanta, which is basically about going through situations and trying to figure out how to best safe guard yourself without becoming too cold. Goes depp, enjoy!

Random Track of the Day #254

Can — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 17:35:47 +0000

Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra - Imperial March from Star Wars

Free Mixtape: O’Mega Red – Redtape Vol.3

Can — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 23:03:14 +0000

Life experiences, trials, tribulations and triumphs from the streets of Boston to the canyons of New York to the dazzling glitter of Hollywood. O’Mega Red has tasted them all and transcends all through his latest masterpiece “Red October” which will hit the stores in October 2010.

Tracklist & Cover: Rock of Heltah Skeltah – “Rockin Out West”

Can — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 22:49:08 +0000

After recently beating out an attempted murder charge, Rock a.k.a The Rockness Monstah of Heltah Skeltah is back with his latest Mix CD project called "Rockin Out West", available September 7th, 2010.

Killah Priest feat Steven King, Sonny Seeza & Empuls – The Destroyer

Can — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 22:42:39 +0000

Killah Priest links up with Steven King, Sonny Seeza (Onyx) and Empuls for his track “The Destroyer”. It’s a leak of his latest LP “The 3 Day Theory”. After the jump you find the download link and some very interesting production notes abouth the track – so don’t miss!

Geez – What Happened to My Dreams

Can — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 22:32:37 +0000

Geez, member of the Scrilla Squad, speaks on having an alcohol addiction on his track “What Happened to my Dreams”. On this mixture, he exhibits a bona fide moment of atonement – this is serious shit!

Random Track of the Day #253

Can — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 22:32:01 +0000

810 - Tite Rope

Video: 50 Cent calls Shyne while live stream on HOT 97

Can — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 10:28:06 +0000

While Shyne did a live stream on HOT 97, 50 Cent calls in to speak to Shyne. See what happens ....

Kanye West feat. Beyonce & Charlie Wilson – See Me Now

Can — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 04:02:46 +0000

Kanye West got Beyonce Knowles and Charlie Wilson in his back to drop “See Me Now”. The track was just recorded last night and premiered on Hot97 today.

Weekly Rap Classic #33

Can — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 04:01:54 +0000

No Remorze - Dark Malice

VT Union feat. Malice & Bobby Konders – Make Rume (Statik Selektah Rmx)

Can — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:23:23 +0000

Statik Selektah makes a remix of VT Unions "Make Rume" feat. feat. Malice & Bobby Konders. The album "The VT Union Is Dead" drops August 17th.

Young Jeezy – Death Before Dishonor

Can — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 20:03:28 +0000

Tomorrow on Thursday, Young Jeezy will release his new mixtape "1000 Grams" in collabo with DJ Scream. The track "Death Before Dishonor" is taken of it.

Video: Travis Porter feat. F.L.Y. – Mighty Mighty

Can — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 20:02:55 +0000

Official music video for Travis Porter's "Mighty Mighty" featuring F.L.Y. The track is taken off heir mixtape, "Proud 2 Be A Problem" and now in stores. Video Directed by Bank!

Video: Mac Miller – Don’t Mind If I Do

Can — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 20:01:42 +0000

Official music video for Mac Miller's "Don't Mind If I Do", taken off his upcoming mixtape "K.I.D.S.", dropping August 13th. Life's easy!

Random Track of the Day #252

Can — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 20:00:35 +0000

Aaliyah - I Care For You

Usher – There Goes My Baby (“Bonita Applebum” Blend)

Can — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:26:32 +0000

Dajaz1 used the Usher accapella for “There Goes My Baby” to blend it over A Tribe Called Quest’s classic “Bonita Applebum”.

MeLo-X – More Merch

Can — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 23:40:30 +0000

As MeLo-X starts the Writing, Producing, mixing and mastering process for his next Project "More Merch" he found time to Bless us with a freebee of the same name produced by Ryan Leslie.

J. Monday – Fastlane

Can — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 23:36:47 +0000

Harrisburg, Pa. emcee J. Monday has been building a steady presence for himself and his city. With his mixtape The Sequel on deck for Monday, August 23, The Capital Kid expresses the thrill of living life in the “Fastlane.” The track is produced by Harrisburg producer Trizz.

Random Track of the Day #251

Can — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 23:35:40 +0000

Brand Nubian - Scientists Of Sound

Ace Hood – Pretty Boy Swag (Freestyle)

Can — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 21:55:27 +0000

Ace Hood get on Soulja Boys latest single “Pretty Boy Swag” with a freestyle. His mixtape “The Statement” is planned to drop soon as well as a new video. Stay tuned!

Video: A-Mafia – Children Of The Corn

Can — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 21:54:11 +0000

Official music video of "Children Of The Corn" from A-Mafia. The track is taken off his new mixtape "In My Own World", coming soon. Video directed by CartelFilm.

Mark Ronson feat. Ghostface Killah – Lose It (In The End)

Can — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 21:50:46 +0000

Mark Ronson's new album called "Record Collection" will hit the stores on September 28th. For this one he links up with Ghostface Killah and made a nice track!

Red Cafe feat. Diddy & Fabolous – Money, Money, Money

Can — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 21:46:30 +0000

Red Cafe got Diddy and Fabolous in his back for his new single “Money, Money, Money”. His new album Red October is planned to hit the stores in October.

Suspect Packages “10th Anniversary” Radio Show

Can — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 21:31:30 +0000

This month, Suspect Packages celebrate the 10th Anniversary of their radio show. The first part take you back to the old days, diggin out some classic moments freestyles from Anik & Kope, Skinnyman, Jehst, Troy Scalpels, Rodney P, Mystro & Jargon and Klashnekoff.

Random Track of the Day #250

Can — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 21:30:05 +0000

Freddie McGregor- Artibella

Free Mixtape: Teairra Mari – Point of No Return

Can — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 22:12:51 +0000

Teairra Mari decided to drop out the mixtape pendant to her album to stay relevant. In the meantime, the release of her LP "Point of No Return" (album) is coming nearer. The mixtape is hosted by DJ Drama.

Killah Priest – Just Listen To Me

Can — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 22:04:01 +0000

Take a first look at Killah Priest’s upcoming nad long awaited album “The Psychic Mind of Walter Reed”. The track “Just Listen To Me” is the first leak and off will be included on the release.

Natalie Caez – Here I Come

Can — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 21:02:32 +0000

The lyrics of the song insinuate that her potential mate isn't ready for her dominatrix disposition. "Here I Come" is the first leak of upcoming releases by Natalie Caez. Stay in touch for upcoming releases!

Free LP: T.R.A.Y. – So Midwest Hollywood

Can — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 21:00:06 +0000

T.R.A.Y. (Travell Rhythm And You) presents his LP "So Midwest Hollywood" now as a free download. Be sure to get your copy by following the download-link below.

Random Track of the Day #249

Can — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 20:59:58 +0000

Al Wilson - Show And Tell

Diggin in the crates part 32

Can — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 11:25:36 +0000

Mobb Deep, Daily Wilson Big Band

Gucci Mane – Don’t Believe That

Can — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 11:13:25 +0000

Gucci Mane with a special greeting to the haters. His upcoming album “The Appeal” hit the stores September 28th.

Video: Erykah Badu feat. Rick Ross – Window Seat (Remix) / Turn Me Away

Can — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 11:12:47 +0000

Official music video of “Window Seat (Remix)” and “Turn Me Away” by Erykah Badu feat. Rick Ross off her latest album “New Amerykah Part Two (Return of the Ankh)”

Random Track of the Day #248

Can — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 11:07:34 +0000

The Persuaders - Thin Line Between Love And Hate

Mac Miller – Good Evening

Can — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 10:55:46 +0000

Another leaked track of Mac Miller’s upcoming album. “K.I.D.S.” is due out August 13th.

GLC – Autumn On They Mind

Can — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 00:00:08 +0000

"Autumn On They Mind" is a leaked track off GLC's upcoming mixtape serieres "Respect My Come Up Vol. 2: The Ism", mixed and hosted by DJ Pharris.

Free Mixtape: Wale – More About Nothing

Can — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 00:00:07 +0000

“More About Nothing” is the follow up to his previously mixtape “About Nothing”. Feature appeareances by Daniel Merriweather, Wiz Khalifa, Roscoe Dash, Waka Flocka and more. Mixed by DJ Omega.

Random Track of the Day #247

Can — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 23:59:37 +0000

Jehst - 1979

Street Album: Smoke DZA – George Kush Da Button

Can — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:53 +0000

Smoke DZA from Harlem releases in collaboration with Cinematic Music Group “George Kush Da Button” his street album. Feature appearances by Big K.R.I.T., Curren$y, Mickey Factz, Dom Kennedy, Den10, Terri Walker, and Kent M$ney.

Video: Travie McCoy & Bruno Mars – Live at VH1 part 2

Can — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:49 +0000

Yesterday we present part 1 of the live performance by Travie McCoy & Bruno Mars’ “Dr. Feeld Good” and “Billionare” live and unplugged at VH1 to you. Here comes the second part, including the songs “Nothing On You” and “Somewhere In Brooklyn”.

Random Track of the Day #246

Can — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:08 +0000

AIM feat. Diamond D - The Omen

Weekly Rap Classic #32

Can — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 20:00:20 +0000

MC Rene feat. Blade - International Fusion

Free Mixtape: 810 – Glass Half Full update

Can — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 22:31:05 +0000

810 from Maryland presents his new mixtape "Glass Half Full", which is mostly produced by Mydus and DCyphe.

Freddie Gibbs feat. Chuck Inglish, Chip Tha Ripper, Bun B & Dan Auerbach – Oil Money

Can — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 21:36:36 +0000

Freddie Gibbs links up remarkable for this one. Chuck Inglish, Chip Tha Ripper, Bun B and Dan Auerbach from "The Black Keys" joins him for "Oil Money". Enjoy!

American Fortunes Clothing

Can — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 21:34:54 +0000

The online-shop of “American Fortunes Clothing” launched just a few days ago, where you can find T-Shirts with exclusive designs. So, if you’re interested be sure to check this out, it’s worth to take a look!

Random Track of the Day #245

Can — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 21:31:52 +0000

Jeru The Damaja - 99.9 Percent

Video: Travie McCoy & Bruno Mars – Live at VH1 part 1

Can — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 15:23:39 +0000

Bruno Mars and Travie McCoy performed live and unplugged four tracks at VH1 some days ago. Today we present you the first part including “Dr. Feel Good” and “Billionare”.

Video: Bun B feat. Yo Gotti & Gucci Mane – Countin’ Money

Can — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 15:16:26 +0000

Bun B teams up with Yo Gotti & Gucci Mane for "Countin' Money". Here we have the official music video from his album "Trill Go", which is available in stores now! Video directed by Mr. Boomtown.

Video: Rhymefest – One Arm Push-Up

Can — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 15:11:28 +0000

Official music video by Rhymefest ofr his track "One Arm Push-Up" off his album "El Che". Directed by Konee Rok.

Rome – No Days Off

Can — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 20:54:27 +0000

There is no day without a leaked track by Rome these days! You surely have discovered the previous tracks which you can find below. So here comes the next one called “No Days Off”. Enjoy!

Free Mixtape: Game – Brake Lights

Can — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 20:43:38 +0000

We’re still waiting for Game’s upcoming “R.E.D. Album”. In the meantime he presents us “Brake Lights”, which is executive Produced by Cool & Dre. Feature appearance by Busta Rhymes, Nas, Snoop Dogg, T.I. and more!

Free Mixtape: Nickelus F – Commercials

Can — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 20:33:21 +0000

Nickelus F and DJ Delz team up to release this mixtape, which is meant as a free give away before the August 24th re-release of his Season Premiere street album. “Commercials” includes 15 tracks of new, unreleased and rare material from Nickelus F.

Random Track of the Day #244

Can — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 20:06:40 +0000

Def Tex - Addiction To Rhyme

Video: Vado feat. Cam’ron – Speakin’ Tungs

Can — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 22:32:36 +0000

We already presented the track a few weeks ago – here comes the official music video.

Mayer Hawthorne – I Need You

Can — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 22:22:29 +0000

Mayer Hawthorne’s upcoming 12″ “I Need You” will hit the stores August 17. Here you got the chance to prelisten and download the song for free.

Video: Theophilus London – Mr. Wonderful

Can — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 22:21:39 +0000

Official music video for “Mr. Wonderful” from the “I Want You” Mixtape. Pop meets soul meets dance meets rap… Sounds weird, but no way, such a nice combo!

Rome – [Never Landing]

Can — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 22:10:22 +0000

After “Please Don’t Mind Me…” and “We Can’t Stop” feat. CurT@!n$, here is another leaked track off Rome’s upcoming project, No Excuses, with DJ Skee dropping in November.

Nite Jewel – Am I Real?

Can — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 22:09:44 +0000

Nite Jewel from L.A. just released a 6-song EP on Gloriette Records. “Am I Real” is the title track of the release and free for download. Distribution via Stones Throw, cover photo by Justin Loy.

Free Download: J Dilla – Donut Shop

Can — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 22:00:15 +0000

As a way to say “thank you” to the dilla fans who supported the release and the newsletter subscribers, Stones Throw gives away “Donut Shop” for free. More information about the release is available here at Stones Throw.

Random Track of the Day #243

Can — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 21:59:02 +0000

Mos Def - Modern Marvels

Bun B – “Chuuch!!!” x “Put It Down”

Can — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 23:16:06 +0000

To celebrate 20,000 Followers, Bun B gives away the tracks “Chuuch!!!” and “Put It Down” feat. Drake as a free download. Both tracks are taken off his upcoming album “Trill OG”, which hit the stores next Thursday. Hot pick!

Video: Freddie Gibbs – National Anthem (Fuck The World)

Can — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 23:07:29 +0000

Official music video from Freddie Gibbs’ “National Anthem (Fuck The World)”. The track is the latest single off his debut release “Str8 Killa”.

Free Mixtape: R.H.Bless – Unsignable

Can — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 23:02:33 +0000

Unsignable The mixtape “Unsignable” by R.H. Bless was nominated by Underground Music Awards in their “Best Street Album/Mixtape” of the year. Including 26 tracks with some freestyles and feature appearances by Talib Kweli, Dap C, Lil Wayne & Royce the 5’9 and many other. Tracklisting: 1. “I Can’t Stop” freestyle 2. “I’m Just Chillin” 3. [...]

Random Track of the Day #242

Can — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 22:54:16 +0000

2Pac - High Speed

Top10: Flavour of the Month – July 2010

Can — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 04:01:34 +0000

July 2010: Every month we present a Top10 list of Songs, which the Rap and Blues team mostly listened to during the past 4 weeks. If a song was mentioned on the blog, you can click on it to get to the post.

Random Track of the Day #241

Can — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 04:01:08 +0000

Nate 57 - Nate 57

Rome – Please Don’t Mind Me…

Can — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 03:59:31 +0000

After we just posted Rome’s first leak “We Can’t Stop” yesterday, here you got another chance to get a prelistening of his upcoming album “No Excuses”.

Diggin in the crates part 31

Can — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 03:59:27 +0000

Curtis Mayfield, Masta Ace

Kendrick Lamar – For The Homies

Can — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 11:45:43 +0000

Kendrick Lamar take a look back at the old days and show respect for his homies with this one.

1982 feat. Cassidy & Xzibit – Going Back

Can — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 11:36:19 +0000

“1982″ is a collabo project between Statik Selektah and Termanology. Here you got the chance to get a first listen off their upcoming self-titled album “1982″, which hit the stores in october this year.

Rome feat. CurT@!n$ – We Can’t Stop

Can — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 11:24:03 +0000

First leak of Rome’s upcoming project “No Excuses”, dropping in collabo with DJ Skee in November this year. “We can’t stop”is Produced by Marquez and got a sample by Naughty By Nature’s “OPP”.

Random Track of the Day #240

Can — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 22:03:49 +0000

Jay-Z - I Can't Get Wit That

N.O.R.E. – Nutcracker

Can — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:43:57 +0000

"Nutcracker" is the latest leak from N.O.R.E. and got potential to become a clubbanger.

Ras Kass feat. Dr. Hollywood – Who Popped Ya?

Can — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:34:18 +0000

Rass Kass takes some pop beats and put it together in his newest track "Who Popped Ya", containing 12 minutes. Crazy stuff!

Weekly Rap Classic #31

Can — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:29:03 +0000

Freundeskreis: Esperanto

Skyzoo & !LLMIND – Frisbees

Can — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:27:24 +0000

Skyzoo & !LLMIND present their video for “Frisbees.” Music off the album ‘Live From The Tape Deck,’ in stores October 5th on Duck Down Music. Video directed by Derek Pike.

J. Keys – I Need a Dollar (Remix)

Can — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:24:42 +0000

Detroit-bred emcee J. Keys drops another conscious jem utilized Aloe Blacc’s hit song “I Need a Dollar.”

Random Track of the Day #239

Can — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:19:05 +0000

Sleepwalker feat. HH City Allstars - Vorsprechtermin

Video: Interview Nardwuar vs. Drake

Can — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:41:46 +0000

Legendary interviewer Nardwuar catch up Drake and his producer 40 for an entertaining interview, talking about past releases.

Aphroe – Kleiner Mann

Can — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 20:09:25 +0000

Album coming soon Aphroe is known as one MC of the german rap-group “RAG” besides Galla and Pahel. His album is in the pipeline for years and planned to release in 2011. Here you got the chance to get a prelisten of his single “Kleiner Mann”. → Download: Aphroe – Kleiner Mann

Free Mix: DJ Shadow live at Benicàssim

Can — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:02:25 +0000

Red Bull Music Academy presents this nice little Live Set by DJ Shadow who plays at Spain’s Benicàssim festival, with a selection of some of his classics old and new.

Video: The Roots feat. John Legend – The Fire

Can — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:01:01 +0000

Official music video of "The Fire" by The Roots feat. John Legend, directed by Rik Cordero.

Random Track of the Day #238

Can — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:59:27 +0000

Jagged Edge - Let's Get Married

Ice Cube – Drink The Kool-Aid

Can — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 23:14:06 +0000

Ice Cube’s album “I Am The West” is dropping this spring on September 28th. Here you have the chance to get a prelisten of his new single called “Drink The Kool-Aid”.

Mayer Hawthorne – Maybe So (Reggae Remix)

Can — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 23:13:39 +0000

Same same like the Aloe Blacc post but different artist. Last week we posted the official music video for Mayer Hawthorne’s great track “Your Easy Lovin’ Ain’t Pleasin’ Nothin’“.

Aloe Blacc – Billie Jean (live in studio with The Grand Scheme)

Can — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 23:07:10 +0000

This one is a nice and smooth cover version of the classic by Michael Jackson, which Aloe is playing in the studio with “The Grand Scheme”.

EP: Progress Report – Spill Out Series Vol. 4

Can — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 20:13:07 +0000

Progress Report from Detroit is a collaboration of D. Allie and Eddie Logix who are also members the rap groups “United States of Mind” and “MidCoast Most”. With “Spill Out Seriers Vol. 4″ they present a taste of which we could expect from their upcoming album “Progress Report”.

Cam’ron & Vado – We All Up In Here

Can — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 20:06:19 +0000

Get a prelisten of “We All Up In Here” which is taken of “Gunz N’ Butta” album, in stores on August 31st.

Shyne feat. The Notorious B.I.G. & Bob Marley – Belize

Can — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 20:01:12 +0000

Obviously, Shyne is taking beef at 50 Cent with this one. Here is a list of track we previously posted about Shyne:

Random Track of the Day #237

Can — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:59:09 +0000

Samy Deluxe feat. Mr. Schnabel - Eimsbush Stylee

The Diplomats feat. Vado – Salute

Can — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:50:27 +0000

Reunion of Diplomats “Salute” can be taken to mean as a reunion track, because we don’t have heard Juelz Santana and Jim Jones together on a track for years. Here we have the full version of “Salute” with a additional verse by Vado. Kind of crazy… → Download: The Diplomats feat. Vado – Salute

Canibus – Golden Terra of Rap (prod. DJ Premier)

Can — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:49:27 +0000

Canibus take us back to the golden era of rap and got DJ Premier in his back. This track was originally done back in 2008, the vocals were cutted in 2009 and released today by Premo.

Video: P Diddy & Rick Ross Speak On “Tears Of Joy”

Can — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:40:45 +0000

Rick Ross and the person who shall be nameless speak about the song “Tears Of Joy” off Rickie’s latest album “Teflon Don”.

Huey feat. Murphy Lee (St. Lunatics) – Do Them Bad

Can — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:33:41 +0000

Leak of the new LP After “Celebrate” featuring Jim Jones & Tydis, you can get a another leaked track off Huyes upcoming LP “Redemption”, which is due out to September 14th 2010 on Que Records (a division of EMI Records). → Download: Huey feat. Murphy Lee (St. Lunatics) – Do Them Bad

Random Track of the Day #236

Can — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 19:59:23 +0000

The Game - Hustlin

M-Dot feat. Masta Ace – You Don’t Know About It

Can — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 23:43:43 +0000

This is the lead single of M-Dot and DJ Jean Maron’s upcoming album called “Run MPC” releasing August 31st. Such a nice artwork!

Capone-N-Noreaga feat. Raekwon – Dutches v. Phillies v. Bamboo

Can — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 23:23:44 +0000

Here we have a free track off CNN’s “The War Report 2“. You can listen to a stream of the entire album by clicking by clicking on the album title.

Video: Dame Grease feat Kurupt – Emotional

Can — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 23:04:11 +0000

Get a first listen on Dame Grease’s upcoming project “Martial Law”. The song “Emotional” feat. Kurupt will be a part of it.

Free Mix: DJ Booth – Till Six In The Morning

Can — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 22:57:15 +0000

Till Six In The Morning DJ Booth and Ford are presenting the mix “Till Six In The Morning”, which is a promo for the Ford Fiesta. Artists appearance by Phil Ade, Outasight, Donnis, Slum Village and many more. Tracklisting: 1. Phil Ade – The Letter 2. Nikki Lynette – Beneath My City 3. The Freshmen [...]

Video: Rick Ross & The Roots Backstage Practicing B.M.F. (Live)

Can — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 22:46:40 +0000

Rick Ross & The Roots practicing the song “B.M.F.” on Jimmy Fallon Show.

Random Track of the Day #235

Can — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 19:59:38 +0000

Greg Kihn Band - Jeopardy

Diggin in the crates part 30

Can — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 13:24:32 +0000

Original Track: Cypress Hill – How I Could Just Kill a Man It was sampled by: James Brown – I Got to Move Cypress Hill – How I Could Just Kill a Man James Brown – I Got to Move

BIG K.R.I.T. feat. Yelawolf – Hometown Hero (Remix)

Can — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 20:02:04 +0000

As we hard, Big K.R.I.T. and Yelawolf are currently linking up for a joint mixtape called "Country Cu$$inz". While there is no foreseeable release date is present, they give us with "Hometown Hero" a taste of what we could expect.

Video: B.o.B – Airplanes (Live)

Can — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 19:01:54 +0000

Live performance of B.o.B.’s “Airplanes” live in Wellington, New Zealand.

Free Mixtape: Oddisee – West Coast Beats

Can — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 19:00:24 +0000

Trek Life latest Albums “Everything Changed Nothing” was completely produced by Oddisee, who give us this nice Beat Tape called “West Coast Beats”.

Random Track of the Day #234

Can — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 18:59:45 +0000

DJ Vadim feat Jstar - Watch That Sound (Rmx)

Free Mixtape: Label Love – Label Love 001

Can — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:36:58 +0000

Label Love is a collaboration project between several like-minded labels (Bastard Jazz, ESL, Fania, Now Again, Plug Research, Tru Thoughts and Ubiquity) to give away a compilation of several releases off their catalogues. That could be unreleased joints, nostalgic classics and other stuff. What a nice idea!

Pressha Dinero Feat. Rock – Frontpage

Can — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:35:59 +0000

“Frontpage” is the first track, Rock (of Heltah Skeltah) recorded after being found not guilty.

Video: Dre-Ski – Why We Hustle

Can — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:31:21 +0000

Official music video and the first single from Dre-Ski‘s upcoming album “Cloud 8.7″ due out to September this year.

Video: Ski Beatz feat. Mos Def – Cream Of The Planet

Can — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:27:40 +0000

Ski Beatz, know as the main producer behind Curren$y’s “Pilot Talk” in a collabo with Mos Def. His producer album “24 Hour Karate School” is duet out September 7th.

Random Track of the Day #233

Can — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:21:01 +0000

Mark Morrison - Return Of The Mack

Lloyd Banks – Holding You Down (Freestyle)

Can — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:07:47 +0000

Lloyd Banks with a freestyle over Jazmine Sullivan’s latest single “Holding You Down”. “His project The Hunger Fore More 2″ (HFM 2) is in the pipeline!

Big Shug – Spit Six

Can — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:41:46 +0000

Big Shug spits the ‘six’… The track is taken off his upcoming “I Am Forever” project and is produced by DJ Premier.

Tour Dates 2010: Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings

Can — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 23:24:52 +0000

Tour dates: Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings: live on tour all over the world, 2010.

The Pack Release – Hella Bass Remix III

Can — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 23:00:25 +0000

Ready to drop The Pack’s upcoming album “The Wolfpack” is in the pipeline and ready to hit the stores on 24th August. In the meantime they released another free track to give the fans a preview of what they could expect. It will be the opening track of their album and is called “Hella Bass [...]

Fat Joe feat. R. Kelly – How Did We Get Here

Can — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 22:47:34 +0000

Photo: myspace.com/fatjoe Fat Joe’s forthcoming album “The Darkside” drops July 27th. R. Kelly joins Fat Joe for “How Did We Get Here”. → Download: Fat Joe feat. R. Kelly – How Did We Get Here

Video: Winston Warrior – Bad 4 U

Can — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 22:39:05 +0000

Winston Warrior plans to drop an album in late summer 2010. For those who don’t know the person behind his name: He was an original member of the ’90s R&B group Lo ‘Profile who shared the stage with artists like Mary J. Blige, Queen Latifah and Dru Hill.

Free EP: Ensilence – The Reconstruction

Can — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 19:35:01 +0000

Ensilence is a newcomer female MC, born in ’85 and a poet at heart. Her music is filled with good lyrics which are a reflection of lifes struggle and her love for God and the hip hop culture. Smooth shit, from the heart!

Weekly Rap Classic #30

Can — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 19:34:33 +0000

Rza feat. Holocaust/Doc Doom/Ghostface - Holocaust

Random Track of the Day #232

Can — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 19:33:08 +0000

Dr Dre Ft. Stat Quo - Aftermaths Future (Dretox)

Video: Chiddy Bang – Dream Chasin

Can — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 04:30:58 +0000

Official music video for Chiddy Bang’s “Dream Chasin” off their upcoming album “Opposite of Adults”, releasing August, 24th.

Video: Rick Ross – Live Fast, Die Young (Live)

Can — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:54:16 +0000

Rick Ross with a live performance of “Live Fast, Die Young”. Unfortunaely not hte best audio quality… His album “Teflon Don” available everywhere now.

Video: Billy Drease Williams – Just Doin’ It

Can — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:37:30 +0000

Official music video of Billy Drease Williams' "Just Doin' It" off his album "Good Morning Amy" which was released June 22, 2010.

DJ Muggs & Ill Bill Talk about chemistry & guest appearances on “Kill Devil Hills”

Can — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:34:50 +0000

The album “Kill Devil Hills” is available on August, 24th, 2010.

Mos Def – Priority (acapella version)

Can — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:33:34 +0000

Mos Def spend “Priority” which you can listen here as the acapella version. You can support the project “RAISE Hope for Congo” on their website.

Random Track of the Day #231

Can — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:32:06 +0000

JAW - Meine Fans

Preview of “Good Things”: Aloe Blacc on Gilles Peterson Worldwide

Can — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:04:39 +0000

Aloe Blacc on an interview at BBC’s show Gilles Peterson Worldwide. He is talking about his music career, growing up days, back in the days as he was an MC, his new album “Good Things” and others!

Nickelus F – All I Know

Can — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:03:58 +0000

Another leaked track by Nickelus F. He got a project colled "Commercials" with DJ Delz in the pipeline. Stay tuned for upcoming information.

Aloe Blacc – Good Things (Tracklist + Cover + Tour Dates)

Can — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:54:17 +0000

Above, you see the album cover of Aloe Blacc’s upcoming release “Good Things”, due out to September 28, 2010. Below are the European tour dates and the tracklist.

Free Track: “Fantasia pt 1″ of Lloyd Miller & Heliocentrics (LP)

Can — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:23:38 +0000

Something for the Jazz Lovers: Stones Throw is releasing an album called “Lloyd Miller and The Heliocentrics” by same name artists. Release date: August 2nd (vinyl on August 31st).

Random Track of the Day #230

Can — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:22:31 +0000

Oriental Jazz Gole Gandom by Lloyd Miller in 1965

Video: Mayer Hawthorne – Your Easy Lovin’ Ain’t Pleasin’ Nothin’

Can — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:21:44 +0000

Official music video of Mayer Hawthorne's - "Your Easy Lovin' Ain't Pleasin' Nothin'". Such a nice one... Directed by Jackson Perry & Henry DeMaio.

Kendrick Lamar feat. Jhene Aiko – Growing Apart

Can — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 22:01:57 +0000

Kendrick Lamar’s album titled “OD” is ready is getting prepared to drop later this year. Here we have some serious shit about a shorty his grown up. “Growing Apart” is featured by Jhene Aiko and produced by Tae Beast.

Wiley gives away over 180 free tracks: The Wiley Zip Files

Can — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 19:28:31 +0000

Wiley, as you may already know if you’re a fan of Grime music, gives away over 180 tracks for free via his Twitter-Account. Yeah, 180 tracks, no kidding, you get it right!

Shareefa feat. Raheem DeVaughn – Ya Love

Can — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 19:27:10 +0000

Shareefa’s mixtape “The Misunderstanding Of Shareefa” (hosted by Don Cannon) is on the way. Until it drops, here is another leak called “Ya Love” with a feature by Raheem DeVaughn.

Trey Songz – I Want You

Can — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 19:27:00 +0000

“I Want You” is a leaked track off Trey Songz’ album “Passion, Pain & Pleasure” which hit the stores on September 14th.

Free Mixtape: Soludos and RCRD LBL presents: Cheers to the summer

Can — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 19:26:29 +0000

After DJ Jazzy Jeff ‘s and Mick Boogie’s great mixtape “Summertime”, here we have Another nice mixtape dedicated to the summer. It’s called reasonably “Cheers to the summer” and got 10 tracks.

Random Track of the Day #229

Can — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 19:21:01 +0000

Mobb Deep - Species (rare!)

Free Mixtape: The Movement Fam LIVE at The Evelyn Hotel

Can — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 22:03:55 +0000

Live set of “The Movement” Fam at The Evelyn Hotel in Fitzroy, Melbourne, Australia on March 27th 2010. With Fading Hour’s Chris Ferre on the drums. Includes 14 tracks in best quality (320 k)!

Video: Nutso – So Tired

Can — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 22:02:28 +0000

Brand new track from Nutso from his upcoming EP “Hallway”, available July 20th. Video directed by Javier Goin, track produced by Reef.

Video: Jadakiss feat TL Cross – All Falls Down

Can — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 22:00:35 +0000

Official music video for “All Falls Down” by Jadakiss and TL Cross of “The Champ Is Here 3” mixtape by Jadakiss.

Random Track of the Day #228

Can — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 22:00:27 +0000

Funkmaster Flex ft. Buckshot - No Joke

Video: Slum Village feat Illa J – Reunion pt.2

Can — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 22:00:06 +0000

As the time goes… here comes Reunion pt. featuring Illa J. The EP “Manifesto” by The Villa dropping July 27th.

Free Mixtape: G.R. Kinglouis – The Bailout

Can — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 04:31:47 +0000

“The Bailout” by G.R. Kinglouis is a taste of his upcoming album “The Biorhythm”. The mixtape includes 20 tracks and is mostly produced by Jon E Quest.

Fat Joe ft. Clipse & Cam’ron – Kilo

Can — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 23:44:06 +0000

Fat Joe grabs Clipse and Cam’Ron to do this song, according to Ghostface Killah’s “Kilo”. Be sure to take also a look at “Holding You Down” (Remix) with Jazmine Sullivan.

Diggin in the crates part 29

Can — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:50:49 +0000

Nas, Foxy Brown, Bob James feat. Earl Klugh

Random Track of the Day #227

Can — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:39:49 +0000

2Pac - Pour Out A Little Liquor

Video: Snoop Dogg Interview With Tim Westwood

Can — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:37:05 +0000

Tim Westwood interviews Snoop Dogg and talk about his first visit to the UK, being banned from the UK (you surely remember this story…), touring with P. Diddy and more!

Skyzoo, Nickelus F & Wais P – Lead By Example

Can — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:32:10 +0000

“Lead by Example” is produced by Don Notz and got a damn smooth beat… I found this at 2dopeboyz and it’s not clear where this track is coming from…

J. Cole – Premeditated Murder

Can — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:23:44 +0000

J. Cole's album is due out later this year and this could be a track included on it. So, well, let's wait and see!

John Legend & The Roots feat. Common & Melanie Fiona – Wake Up Everybody

Can — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 10:28:40 +0000

This song is leaked off the upcoming collabo album "Wake Up" by John Legend & The Roots and includes afeature by Common & Melanie Fiona. Wake Up! is due out to September 21st.

Random Track of the Day #226

Can — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 04:30:31 +0000

Bruno Mars - Our First Time

KiD CuDi feat. Kanye West – Erase Me

Can — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:15:21 +0000

Here we have a leaked track off Kid Cudi's upcoming album "Man On The Moon II: The Legend Of Mr. Rager", dropping September 14th.

Free Mix: The Music of Earth, Wind & Fire Vol.1

Can — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:14:22 +0000

This mix is presented by Soulandjazz.com and includes 12 classic tracks by Earth, Wind and Fire.

The Pack – Kimbo Slice

Can — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:03:00 +0000

Leading up to the release of The Pack's forthcoming LP "Wolfpack Party", the group will be releasing one new track a week from the LP.

Random Track of the Day #225

Can — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 10:52:56 +0000

Eddie Murphy feat Rick James - Party All The Time

Jazmine Sullivan feat. Fat Joe – Holding You Down (Remix)

Can — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 23:04:40 +0000

Fat Joe jumps on Jazmine Sullivan‘s “Holding You Down”. This take us back to the 90′s, you surely know the samples used in the beat!

Dam Funk – A Day At The Carnival

Can — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 20:43:20 +0000

Photo by Mathew Scott Apparently, Dam Funk spend a day at the Carneval and the result could be this track, which is taken off his album “Proximity One: Narrative Of A City”. → Download: Dam Funk – A Day At The Carnival

Huey feat. Jim Jones & Tydis – Celebrate

Can — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 20:42:31 +0000

“Celebrate” is leaked off Huey’s upcoming album “Redemption”, which hit the stores on September 14th 2010.

ProbCause – Brooklyn Girls

Can — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 19:49:50 +0000

Charles Hamilton professed his love for “Brooklyn Girls” and now ProbCause does the same, but with a Chicago predilection for the “Windy City’s” best.

Random Track of the Day #224

Can — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 19:48:17 +0000

Drag-on feat. Jadakiss - Tell Your Friends

Weekly Rap Classic #29

Can — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 19:47:48 +0000

Montell Jordon - This is how we do it

Skyzoo & Illmind- Frisbees

Can — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 21:51:03 +0000

“Frisbees” is the first leak off Skyzoo & Illmind’s album “Live From The Tape Deck”, which hit the stores this October on Duck Down Music. Look out for the music video coming in the next few weeks.

Rick Ross feat. Cee-Lo – Tears Of Joy

Can — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 21:50:00 +0000

"Tears of Joy" is also taken of "Teflon Don", which hit the stores on July, 20th. This one is produced by No I.D. and got a feature by Cee-Lo.

Video: Vado, Breaking Through the Cracks

Can — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 21:39:44 +0000

I’m fascinated about the t-shirt Vado is wearing in the video. It’s a t-Shirt about the year of founding of german fooball championship (“Bundesliga“) from 1963. Cologne won the cup at that time. Is he a sympathizer?

DJ Muggs vs Ill Bill – “Cult Assassin” & “Narco Corridos”

Can — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 21:38:34 +0000

Bot tracks are the first leak off DJ Muggs vs Ill Bill’s forthcoming “Kill Devil Hills LP” which will be released on 8-24-2010 on Fatbeats Records.

The Drop Squad – Lights, Cameras

Can — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 21:32:04 +0000

The track "Lights, Cameras" is produced by "D.K. The Punisher" and is taken off The Drop Squad's upcoming album "Prelude To History: A Hundredth Monkey Theory". We are looking forward for the release date.

Poyser, Riggins, Jackson – Funky Butt

Can — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 21:19:58 +0000

This track is taken from the album "Madlib Medicine Show #7: High Jazz", which can be pre ordered at Stones Throw Online Shop. produced by Madlib.

Random Track of the Day #223

Can — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 21:18:23 +0000

Ashanti ft Larenz Tate - Rain On Me

Video: Capone-N-Noreaga – My Attribute

Can — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 04:34:30 +0000

Yesterday we already posted the video for CNN’s “Pain” off their latest album “The War Report 2″, which was released today. Be sure to check this out!

Stat Quo feat. Talib Kweli – Allright

Can — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 04:33:16 +0000

Talib Kweli joined Stat Quo for thins one and spend a verse. This track will be included on Stat Quo's album "Statlanta" which will release tomorrow.

Curren$y feat. Big K.R.I.T. & Smoke DZA – Skybourne

Can — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 04:32:56 +0000

Curren$y’s album “Pilot Talk” will be released tomorrow. The track “Skybourne” got a feature by Big K.R.I.T. & Smoke DZA and is produced by Ski Beatz (as you can hear for sure). Nice and smooth shit, enjoy!

J. Keys – Endurance

Can — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 04:31:46 +0000

J. Keys is back with this brand new track “Endurance”. Be sure to check out his latest mixtape “The Dead Horse“.

Random Track of the Day #222

Can — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 04:30:17 +0000

Curtis Mayfield - Give Me Your Love

Jay-Z & DJ Green Lantern – Creative Control (Cover & Tracklist)

Can — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 04:34:03 +0000

This mixtape was created while Jay Z and DJ Green Lantern were touring through Africa to promoting “The Diary of Jay-Z: Water for Life”. Now it found its way out the box and can be bought for a little price.

Free Mixtape: The Away Team – Independence Day

Can — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 04:32:06 +0000

The Away team dropped this mixtape: 26 hip hop tracks production by Khrysis and Mixed by DJ Eclipse. Feature appeareance by Sean Price, Smif N Wessun, 9thmatic (9th Wonder), Evidence, Black Milk and more!

Video: Capone-N-Noreaga – Pain

Can — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 04:31:47 +0000

Official music video by CNN for “Pain”, which is the first track on their upcoming album “The War Report part 2″. In this post you can listen to the entire album via stream, be sure to check this out!

Random Track of the Day #221

Can — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 04:30:02 +0000

Aphroe - Hingabe

Album Stream: Capone-N-Noreaga – The War Report 2 (Tracklist & Cover)

Can — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 14:24:37 +0000

After following several free download tracks from the upcoming album “The War Report 2″ in the past (which you can find below), you can now listen to the entire album via CNN’s MySpace site. “The War Report” is due out to July 13th.

Pharoahe Monch feat. Mela Machinko – Shine

Can — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 12:53:14 +0000

This is the first single from Pharoahe Monch‘s upcoming solo album “W.A.R. (We Are Renegades)”, due out to Spring 2010. “Shine” is produced by Diamond D and got feature by Mela Machinko.

Drake – Paris Morton Music

Can — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 12:42:20 +0000

Drake spend a verse over Rick Ross “Aston Martin Music” and call it “Paris Morton Music”.

“Hercules and Love Affair” tour dates (presented by Vice Magazine)

Can — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 04:36:55 +0000

Hercules and Love Affair from New York are on world tour. Including some gigs in Germany. If you are interested to see them, check their german tour dates:

Diggin in the crates part 28

Can — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 04:35:32 +0000

Tom Tom Club, Mariah Carey, X-Clan, De La Soul, Sean Paul, Mark Morrison, WC and The Maad Circle

Random Track of the Day #220

Can — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 04:30:07 +0000

Red Cafe – Got Damn

Free Album: Go Getters – World Record Holders

Can — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 06:02:19 +0000

Once upon a time, Kanye West did not start his career as a solo artist, there was a underground group called “Go Getters” from Chicago. Members of this band were Kanye, GLC, Timmy G and Arrowstar.

Capone-N-Noreaga feat. Nas – With Me

Can — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 05:45:11 +0000

“With Me” is another leaked track from the upcoming CNN album “War Report 2″ and got a feature by Nas. See also for “My Attribute“, which we posted some time ago.

Rick Ross feat. Jay-Z & John Legend – Free Mason

Can — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 05:32:01 +0000

Another leaked track by Rick Ross upcoming album “Teflon Don”. “Free Mason” is featured by Jay-Z and John Legend. Be sure to take also a look at “Maybach Music III“.

Random Track of the Day #219

Can — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 05:24:31 +0000

Michael Jackson - I Can't Help It

Black Milk – Welcome (Gotta Go)

Can — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 04:33:35 +0000

“Welcome (Gotta Go)” is the new leaked track and officially the fist single from his Black Milk’s upcoming release “Album Of The Year” due to September 14th.

Free Mixtape: Money Malc – The Fights Been Fixed

Can — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 04:32:31 +0000

Money Malc signed a Universal Motown deal and is back with his mixtape “The Fights Been Fixed”, which got 20 tracks including intro and outro.

Gucci Mane feat. Talib Kweli – Poltergeist

Can — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 04:31:42 +0000

No kidding, Talib Kweli links up with Gucci Mane for this one.

Video: Nate57 Backspin-TV interview

Can — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 04:31:01 +0000

Nate57 speaks with Niko Huels from Backspin.TV about his latest release “Stress aufm Kiez“, the hood he was grown up and his love about music.

Random Track of the Day #218

Can — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 04:30:21 +0000

Talco - St. Pauli

Nate57 “Stress Aufm Kiez” reach 37th place in german album charts

Can — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 18:08:03 +0000

According to 16bars.de, Nate57′s latest album “Stress Aufm Kiez” will reach 37th place in german album charts tomorrow. In my opinion this is an outstanding achievement, given that Nate57 is a newcomer with his album debut. Congratulations!

Theo Martins – 20 Thousand Leagues (The Feather)

Can — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 13:12:55 +0000

Here we have a new track by Theo Martins. “20 Thousand Leagues (The Feather)”. The story behind the song is the following:

Suspect Packages Radio Show – July/2010

Can — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 04:35:36 +0000

The Suspect Packages Show from July includes new burners from Willo Wispa, Foreign Beggars, Ahmos, Skitz, Grit Grammar, Skandal, Jimmy Screech, Yungun and many more.

Free Album: Bugseed – Bohemian Beatnik

Can — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 04:35:26 +0000

Bugseed is a beat maker from Japan who recently drops this beat album which you can download at Bandcamp. The style of his beats is smooth and jazzy, definitely a hot pick!

Video: Reflection Eternal – Ballad of the Black Gold

Can — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 04:34:22 +0000

Official music video of “Ballad of the Black Gold” by Reflection Eternal, taken from the latest Album “Revolutions Per Minute“. The topic of this song is more up to date than ever.

Black Sheep Feat. Psycho Les – Important Fact

Can — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 04:33:02 +0000

Another joint of Black Sheep's "...Black Pool". In this track he got a feature by Psycho Les from The Beatnuts.

Weekly Rap Classic #28

Can — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 04:31:56 +0000

Stetsasonic - Talkin All That Jazz

Random Track of the Day #217

Can — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 04:30:28 +0000

Illo 77 - Marseille

Rick Ross feat. T.I., Jadakiss & Erykah Badu – Maybach Music III

Can — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 13:34:43 +0000

Another leaked track off Rick Ross' upcoming album, "Teflon Don", due out on July 20th. Feature appearance by T.I., Jadakiss & Erykah Badu.

A.G. Feat. Party Arty – Dilla 4 Ever

Can — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 04:35:33 +0000

“Dilla 4 Ever” is a dedication to J Dilla with a feature by Party Arty. A.G. posted this track as a free download for his fans via his MySpace-Site.

Free Mixtape: Chris Read – BBE Label Mixtape 2010

Can — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 04:35:32 +0000

Another great mixtape for this month: Chris Read compiled 32 (!) of his favourite tracks by artists who are signed on the BBE Label. Modern Soul meets Hiphop, Funk, Boogie, Disco and many more….

Crazy Martial Arts Woman Showing Some Moves

Can — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 04:35:24 +0000

How often she uses the "F-Word"....?