Peyton, Press Play !

Mike Jones - The Voice : Review

2009-04-29T14:07:00.003+02:00

The Voice, in fact Mike Jones' voice was kept on the low lately, but he's back to yell that he's still here. Who ? Mikes Jones. But the listening of The Voice is not what any Texas fan would expect. I put some high hopes on this album because I was pretty amazed by his former EP, The American Dream. But I guess the dream is over for me now, because Mike Jones delivers a painful and unoriginal effort. It might please some programs directors with some joints easy to ride to, but that doesn't work on me for this time.

Tech N9ne - Red Nose

2009-04-29T14:01:00.003+02:00

This one of my favourite release of the moment, Tech N9ne new collabo CD "Sickology 101". And this is definitely one of the best cuts on the LP. Check out this video for the deep and meaningful song : "Red Nose".

Marky - Nothing Is 43ver : Review

2009-04-21T15:41:00.003+02:00

Washington D.C. is a epicentre of "what's revolutionnary" right now. Yes, I am talking about President Barack Obama... and Yes, I am talking about Marky ! That's a very audacious parallel, isn't it ? But that's the kind of earth quake, I felt when I put my headphones on for Marky's Nothing is 43ver.

Marky, himself, breaks it down very well : DC has no particular musical influence. So he cooks up something new for the listener and paves the way to his own destiny : what he introduces as "The Sweet Taste Of Victory".

I don't want my words to mess up with your own imagination on this CD because sometimes I get barely objective when it comes to something I like. So I'm gonna stop talking and I'll let you make up your own mind about it. It's on free download right here ->

The Game & Snoop Dogg - On The Block

2009-04-21T15:34:00.006+02:00

I've got the West Coast on (very) heavy rotation for a few weeks (months/years) in my iPod, so pardon my "non-stop West Coast posts". But once again, it's really worth it ! The Game & Snoop Dogg team up on a new track for the upcoming Don Cannon & DJ Skee mixtape, Made In America.

The Game & Snoop Dogg - On The Block
http://www.zshare.net/download/589689463769aadb/

Daz Dillinger - Tell Me What You Got

2009-04-20T14:38:00.003+02:00

A much better track off "Public Enemiez" but a cheapest video by Daz Dillinger.

Daz Dillinger - In My Neighborhood

2009-04-20T14:30:00.002+02:00

New video from Daz Dillinger : "In My Neighborhood" off his upcoming album "Public Enemiez".

Butch Cassidy - Fast Car

2009-04-20T14:23:00.004+02:00

Butch Cassidy is finally free to drop his first solo effort, "First & Last" (dropping next month !). And his first single (which will hopefully be his last auto-tune attempt - finger crossed) is a remake of Tracy Chapman's "Fast Car". As a big fan of B.C., this single is pretty trash. But I am gonna support Butch Cassidy because he really deserves it anyway.

Butch Cassidy - Fast Car
http://sharebee.com/abcaa2ec

Jay'Ton - Hood Wired Up (feat. J-Dawg & Lil Boss)

2009-04-16T14:00:00.002+02:00

Easter kinda took me away from my blog... but I am back with one of my favourite artists : Jay'Ton who drops a new video. The track is off his upcoming mixtape "Got It By Tha Ton"

You can download the track here

Willy Northpole - Hood Dreamer Featurin Bobby Ray (B.o.B.)

2009-04-10T15:05:00.006+02:00

My statement of the day : this song is hot ! Don't sleep on it ! Phoenix and ATL, it's on. "Put your hands in the skyyyyyy"

Shawn Jay (Field Mob) - Underground Platinum

2009-04-10T14:04:00.003+02:00

I told you about Chevy P, and now I am fully satisfied becauce Shawn Jay (the other half of Field Mob) is also dropping his own mixtape, "Underground Platinum". That's twice as much music from the Kentucky dirty duo. That's enough to please my demanding mp3 player.

Download : Shawn Jay (Field Mob) - Underground Platinum (Mixtape)

Chevy P (Field Mob) - GrandMomma Tried Vol.1

2009-04-10T11:55:00.005+02:00

I was skimming through my cd library the other to listen to my "From The Roota To The Toota" album, and after a disappointing album under the wings of Ludacris, I was hoping for some new Field Mob. Today, I am half satisfied, because one half of Field Mob dropped a new mixtape.

I am talking about Chevy P (formerly known as Smoke) with a very good mixtape, "GrandMomma Tried Vol.1". Let's hope that his GrandMa' will try a Vol.2. Courtesy of dirtyglovebastard.

Download : Chevy P (Field Mob) - GrandMomma Tried Vol.1 (Mixtape)

Rich Boy - Pacc Man (Mixtape)

2009-04-10T11:45:00.003+02:00

Rich Boy is hungry for fame, and he's gonna gobble success like "Pacc Man", hence the title of his new mixtape. And when Rich Boy drops new materials, it should always make the headlines (but it doesn't actually... that's bad). Courtesy of nahright.

Download : Rich Boy - Pacc Man (Mixtape)

Stat Quo - The Invisible Man

2009-04-10T11:28:00.002+02:00

Stat Quo is shaping up ! He dropped in a few months more music than in a few years, and his latest contribution to the music industry is a new mixtape, "The Invisible Man". Maybe that's how he was looked upon when he was bound with Shady/Aftermath... who knows ?

Download : Stat Quo - The Invisible Man (Mixtape)

Method Man & Redman - A-Yo (feat. Saukrates)

2009-04-10T11:19:00.001+02:00

"Backout 2" is getting closer and closer. The dynamic duo, Meth' and Red, premieres his new video A-Yo.

Tha Eastsidaz - Gang Bang Muzic: Frequency Of The Streets

2009-04-08T11:49:00.006+02:00

For all the West Coast heads that have been waiting for this 3rd album of Tha Eastsidaz, the time has comed to unveil this remastered version of "Gang Bang Muzic" that was meant to never surface. Indeed, it takes a miracle to make music when you got one of your boys (Tray Dee) convicted to 12 years behind bars ! Courtesy of youngthug23.

Tha Eastsidaz - Gang Bang Muzic: Frequency Of The Streets

01. Friday Night (feat. Bookie Loc) 3:58
02. Parking Lot Pimpin' (feat. Truth Hurts) 4:03
03. Hard Times (feat. Kokane, Bamm & Redman) 4:48
04. Blue Suede Shoes (feat. Daz Dillinger & Kokane) 4:57
05. Sumethin' 4 Nuthin' (feat. Mamie Gunn) 4:23
06. Rug Burnz (feat. Suge Free, Kokane & Miss Pamm) 4:30
07. Hog Mog 'N Chitlins [Vegetarian] (feat. Snoop Dogg & Outkast) 5:28
08. Chemical Reaction 4:25
09. Eastsidin' Daily (feat. Butch Cassidy) 4:13
10. Gang Bang Muzic (feat. Weasel Loc) 3:47
11. In My Eyes (feat. Kokane) 5:50
12. Bottom Girl (feat. Nate Dogg & Kokane) 3:53
13. Real In The Field (feat. Warren G) 4:52
14. Let's Go (feat. Nate Dogg) 4:48
15. Eastside Gangstaz (feat. Jelly Roll) 5:53
16. Succ Me Licc Me Bitch (feat. Bokie Loc) 4:01
17. Back On Tha Blocc (feat. Snoop Dogg) 4:05

Download : http://www.zshare.net/download/582624574c9b8552/

Hussein Fatal - They Don't Get It

2009-04-08T11:12:00.002+02:00

Fatal Hussein who just released his new mixtape "Pain Muzik" puts out a lil freestyle on video. It's pretty dope !

Jadakiss - The Last Kiss : Review

2009-04-07T16:50:00.009+02:00

The most romantic (by his albums name) rapper of the game, Jadakiss, throws his "Last Kiss" in hopes of offering us and himself the classic he deserves. Indeed, his first two efforts left a sour taste in our mouth, despite huge hits, because we all know Jada "sounds so good" and that he can do much better... (or maybe our brains are not ready).

The Last kiss starts very har like he unleashed a pitbull inside a kindergarten. You get so frantic you start mimicking Jada's guttural "Aaaaah", and you got the feeling that this album is gonna be huge. But then, "The Last Kiss" follows the footsteps of its predecessors, with tracks that are not so relevant and whose replay-value is pretty limited. However, we are talking about Jadakiss, right ? His lyrical push-ups keep on advertising us until the end of the album. A solid album that inequally satisfy us but which is definetely worth being on your "What I have to listen right now... and in a few months" list.

Trick Daddy - What Dey Do featuring BadGuy & Desloc

2009-04-07T14:05:00.004+02:00

The Floridian rapper, Trick Daddy, is making moves. He's putting the final touches on his 8th album, "Finally Famous : Born A Thug, Die A Thug". Music heals wounded souls, so let's pray that it will also cure Trick Daddy from the cancer he has stopped taking medication for. Anyway, legends never die, but thugs do... hence that prophetical name for a new album, that we hope won't be his last. For the moment, enjoy his new song.

Trick Daddy - What Dey Do featuring BadGuy & Desloc

Eminem - We Made You : Video

2009-04-07T12:28:00.003+02:00

Proof - No Hoes

2009-04-06T23:48:00.006+02:00

First off, this is not new at all. But for a few hours now, I've been spending time in Big Proof's pantheon, listening to some of his best cuts and to some unknown stuff, like this song "No Hoes", that I wanted to share with you folks. R.I.P. Deshaun Holton aka Big Proof !

Proof - No Hoes

Asher Roth - Perfectionist Featuring Beanie Sigel & Rock City

2009-04-06T23:25:00.004+02:00

The hype is huge about Asher Roth right now but I've just started to get acquainted with his music, yeah I'm kinda slow or reluctant when it comes to mass hysteria about one artist. I wasn't fond of "Lark On My Go-Kart", but I have to admit that this new song is pure heat with an amazing B.Sig'. Enough said...

Asher Roth - Perfectionist Featuring Beanie Sigel & Rock City

Young Life - My Life

2009-04-06T21:18:00.002+02:00

This song doesn't stand out by its musical originality but there is a nice vibe. I leave you make your own opinion about this Compton kid named Young Life.

Mims - Guilt : Review

2009-04-06T17:03:00.014+02:00

In 2007, Mims explained us why he was hot, and in 2009, "Guilt" tries to claim he stills is - or just is. So does the Washington Heigths rapper live up to the low expectations that many had about him, the so-called one-hit wonder ?

To be honest, I liked his first album mainly because it meant something special to me. Indeed, "This is why I'm hot" was the first song I heard on the radio when I traveled first to NYC. And I am the kind of guy who cares about these little details of life. So I was eager to listen to some new Mims materials.

I inserted "Guilt" in my ~~computer~~ cd player, pressed play and started this journey into the unexpected. I skipped the first two tracks, which we usually call fillers, and whose lifetime is inferior to 1 or 2 plays. But then "On And On" appeared, and this catchy song was about to shatter my apprehension about "Guilt". So I was like : "How is gonna be track #4? A-a new banger or B-a girly-nappy R'n'B joint ?" Mims gave the answer B. I was about to give credit to Mims' haters until I reached track #6 (I didn't feel his single "Move" neither). "One Day" was the right shift to Mims epic story and "Chasing Sunshine" just nailed it.

"Guilt" is an inconstant effort but when it comes to hot tracks, Mims knows his thing. He makes them reach another dimension, and also thanks to smart collaborations. Anyway, don't sleep on this album because it is kinda hot.

DJ Quik & Kurupt - Hey Playa!

2009-04-06T11:50:00.005+02:00

Don't listen to weather forecasts, Summer is already here thanks to the West Coast vets DJ Quik & Kurupt whose common project, "Blaqkout" is due June 9th (and they seemed to have fun recording it). This new track "Hey Playa!" is damn catchy. Now all I need is a beach and a pinacolada.

DJ Quik & Kurupt - Hey Playa!

Eminem talking about "We Made You"

2009-04-05T19:44:00.001+02:00

It's getting hard to wait...

Chamillionaire Feat. J.Holiday - Relax

2009-04-05T19:35:00.005+02:00

"Chamillitary Mayne", that's the 2 words that pop to my mind everytime I come across something about the Texas rapper. And my latest finding is this new song.

Chamillionaire Feat. J.Holiday - Relax

Nipsey Hussle - All My Life

2009-04-05T19:30:00.001+02:00

I guess you know now that when it comes to Nipsey Hu$$le, I gotta post it... enjoy this video of Nipsey reversing Jay Rock's single "All My Life".

D.O.E. - The Fall (feat. D.V. Alias Khryst)

2009-04-05T19:26:00.004+02:00

D.O.E. (Dominate Over Everyone), Timbo's new protégé, dropped last year one of my favorite mixtape of 2008, "The Fall Of John Doe, The Rise Of D.O.E", and this song was among the best cuts, so I am sure you'll fall for it too (nice wordplay).

Marky - Nothing is 43ever

2009-04-03T15:47:00.007+02:00

The wait is over, because Marky's "Nothing is 43ever" is now avaible on free download. So what the hell are you doing now ? Go download it !

Marky - Nothing is 43ever
http://www.zshare.net/download/5805805854c041d7/

http://sharebee.com/a1abbfe4

Mikes Jones - Swagger Right Now

2009-04-03T12:26:00.008+02:00

We are still in Texas with this video, the brand new Mike "I am skinny now" Jones single "Swagger Right Now". I didn't like he his music at first, except that "Still Tippin" joint, but since his latest EP, I think he keeps improving.

Download : http://sharebee.com/ec3cf758

Jay'Ton feat Trae & Yung Quis - We Here

2009-04-03T11:51:00.006+02:00

I told you Jay'Ton would drop bombs. And the first deflagration is this banger "We Here" featuring his brother Trae and Young Quis. Enough with that chitchat, press play.

Eminem, see you on tuesday

2009-04-03T08:46:00.002+02:00

"We're the ones that made you... Tuesday." on twitter.

Marky - Delusional

2009-04-02T20:00:00.011+02:00

In a few weeks or months (or whenever you want), you'll find yourself saying "Did you hear about that Washington DC kid named Marky ? - Damn, his music hot, take my headphones and listen". I'm saying that, but that's exactly what happened to me when I was with my cousin earlier. And that's what I am doing right now.

His mini-album, "Nothing is 43ver" (tracklisting above) will be out really soon... let's say Friday ! You're lucky, you won't have to wait long . For now, just press play :

Marky - Delusional

http://www.zshare.net/download/57154303aca4f661/

D12 On Tour

2009-04-02T11:55:00.007+02:00

You like D-Twizzy ? They are touring Europe and they are going to perform around the globe during the next few weeks.

Follow their international trip here (thanks RapBasement.com), with some exclusive footages from to their special reporter : Rondell Beene.

Rich Boy - It's Over

2009-04-02T11:24:00.008+02:00

Rich Boy is one of these artists who hardly disappoint me. He dropped his debut album in 2007, I liked it, he dropped his mixtape "Bigger Than The Mayor" in 2008, and i liked it. So you guess how I feel about this track.

Rich Boy - It's Over (produced by Drumma Boy)

http://sharebee.com/96646d3c

Young Dro - Dro Rock Diamonds

2009-04-02T10:58:00.011+02:00

He made your "shoulder lean" and now he's about to make your head nodd on his new joint... I am talking about Young Dro with "Dro Rock Diamonds". You gotta like this !

Young Dro - Dro Rock Diamonds

http://sharebee.com/b5023f58

UGK - UGK 4 Life : Review

2009-04-01T11:38:00.008+02:00

It was a sunny day (or not) in Port Arthur, TX, in 1987 when Chad Butler (Pimp C) and Bernard Freeman (Bun B) decided to form Underground Kingz. They wanted to tell their own stories but they ended up writing one of hip hop's biggest legacy, UGK, 22 years later. But in the meantime, Pimp C died tragically, not far from the stars, in a hotel room in Hollywood.

But after all, could this story, sorry legacy, have a happy ending ? We have a straight answer with their ultimate album, "UGK 4 Life". For all their fans, it will always sound like a never-ending encore, with Pimp C & Bun B at their finest. And we probably feel this way because UGK's biggest fan overviewed the whole project, and yes I am talking about Bun B. Now UGK will definitely be 4 Life, and yes it was a sunny day for us in 1987 in Port Arthur.

Tech N9ne featuring Crooked I & Chino XL - Sickology 101

2009-03-31T23:07:00.006+02:00

When 3 of the hottest lyricsts get together on the same record , what can occur ? They spit fire on a 3min42-track, leaving the listener speechless ? Yep, it's the same ol' story...

Tech N9ne featuring Crooked I & Chino XL - Sickology 101
http://sharebee.com/5d821336

Boo Rossini - Feed The Streets

2009-03-31T22:27:00.006+02:00

There are different 2 types of rappers : Those who come from nowhere and go straight to the top thanks to one great (or not) single or a clever collab, and there are talented guys who've been in the game for years and who hussle their way to the top. Boo Rossini is this 2nd type of rapper.

After many years of rapping, local recognition, 5 indie albums, 1 failed deal with Interscope, he's still here doing his thang, hoping to grasp success. But his day is about to come... Just listen to his latest mixtape "Feed The Streets", and you'll feel the same way about him too.

Boo Rossini - Feed The Streets
http://sharebee.com/f34c32fb

French Montana - New York Minute (featuring Jadakiss)

2009-03-31T21:46:00.007+02:00

You don't have the right to skip that track. French Montana & Jadakiss deliver great verses for a great track. This is typically the NYC music I like, from the sample to the flows, everything just fits.

French Montana - New York Minute (featuring Jadakiss)

http://sharebee.com/f75834af

Finale - T.I.M.E. (Think Innovate Move Endure)

2009-03-31T16:11:00.005+02:00

7 days to wait until his new album "A Pipe Dream And A Promise" comes out. And 7 days within you can get acquainted with Finale, if you haven't yet, thanks to his pre-album mixtape : T.I.M.E. (Think Innovate Move Endure).

Finale - T.I.M.E. (Think Innovate Move Endure)
http://sharebee.com/6eda33c1

UGK - Da Game Been Good to Me

2009-03-31T11:35:00.003+02:00

The new single from UGK, "Da Game Been Good To Me" has been clipped. This is my favorite joint off the album, but somehow it makes me kinda melancholic... no more UGK nor Pimp C. Indeed, that would weaken anybody's heart.

Slim Thug - Perfect 10

2009-03-31T11:21:00.005+02:00

Ok, one more entry about Slim Thug... about it's always worth it, I swear !

Here's a iTunes bonus from his brand new album "Boss Of All Bosses". In this kind of situation, I always wonder why it didn't make the final cut... on a 13-track-album, while the track is pretty hot. Slim, please don't play it cheap next time !

Slim Thug - Perfect 10
http://sharebee.com/b514ee68

Camp Lo - On Smash / '89 of Crime (feat. Styles P)

2009-03-31T11:11:00.003+02:00

Let's get this beautiful day starting with a hot track served on a nice black & white video (which previews 2 tracks). The beat is verry addictive... "Meanie meanie meanie meanie meanie" !

Trap - 747 Fly

2009-03-30T21:35:00.012+02:00

"Ladies & Gentleman, we are arriving at Phoenix, AZ, the sun is shining, temperature's very warm and there's a fucking new rap talent named Trap. Make sure you get all your belongings before you leave the aircraft. Thank you and press play !"

Until today, the only rappers I knew from Phoenix (which is a city I really love) were MC Magic and his folks from the NB Ridaz. Now I can say, I know them + Trap. Before that, I had made a few researches about the Phoenix rap scene without finding any interesting flows, even though I was convinced there were some undiscovered talents out there. I guess Trap was one of them, but he succesfully made his way through our ears.

Make sure you download his mixtape which is avaible on free download. It made a very huge impression on me, and on some other 40,000 people (according to Trap's myspace). The future's defenitely here !

Here is a sample, so you can make your own mind first.

Trap - 380 Feat. Kam, Roca Dolla & Bookie

Download : Trap - 747 Fly
http://sharebee.com/4244e8d5

or
Datpiff.com

Method Man - Freestyle

2009-03-30T11:59:00.001+02:00

Tical is back at it with a raw 16 bars he dropped on G-Unit Radio. Enjoy !

Slim Thug - I Run (Remix) Featuring Brisco, Nipsey Hussle, Yo Gotti & E-40

2009-03-30T11:38:00.005+02:00

New remix for the intergalactic banger "I Run" (yeah, I really like that song) with some new talents, confirmed talents and the veteran E-40. They should blend that one with the former remix with Chamillionaire and Z-Ro, that would make a stratospheric hit !

Slim Thug - I Run (Remix) Featuring Brisco, Nipsey Hussle, Yo Gotti & E-40 http://sharebee.com/c9b2b925

Jay-Z - Maybe (No Tags)

2009-03-28T10:29:00.004+01:00

Our boy Hov' is back in the building with a new (short length) track, "Maybe". I read somewhere this was a leftover of "American Gangster", I am not sure... so maybe, maybe not.

The track has been circulation with tags, but here is the untagged version.

Jay-Z - Maybe (No Tags)
http://sharebee.com/ddfb912d

Paul Wall - Bizzy Body (feat. Webbie)

2009-03-28T10:18:00.003+01:00

The Texas boy, Paul Wall will release his 7th album (yep already), "The Fast Life" on May 12th. The lead single is "Bizzy Bone", and you can watch the video right now.

I'm kinda disappointed with this track... not really outstanding.

T-Rock - War Wounds : Review

2009-03-27T12:32:00.002+01:00

Bun B, Mike Jones - I Know Rap People : Texas Edition (XXL)

2009-03-27T12:13:00.007+01:00

It's pretty fun to watch. Bun B & Mike Jones taking a quiz to (try to) prove they know their Texan rap fellows.

St Lunatics - St Lunatics

2009-03-26T21:28:00.008+01:00

Do you remember 2001 and an album entitled "Free City" ? The first single was "Batter Up" ! Nah ? Ok, maybe I was one of the few people who actually liked that cd (I like some unexpected stuff sometimes) enough to remember it, and to be happy with that news !

The St Louis crew is coming back with a new eponym single, "St Lunatics" and I am pretty amazed because it goes way beyond my expectations. It doesn't sound like their former record at all. So I'm pretty sure that, this time, I won't be the only one to like it, will I ?

That's how I like Nelly and his homeboys to spit on a beat. And I hope that's they'll keep that level of rapping on their upcoming album "City Free" is gonna sound like.

This beat kinda reminds me of DMX's song "Where The Hood At"

http://sharebee.com/eeffb438

Trae featuring Mistah Fab - The Real Life

2009-03-26T21:07:00.004+01:00

Trae has a sovietic state of mind these days... producing music non-stop. One month after the collab cd with Rob G, "Both Sides Of The Fence", which is really worth it by the way, we got this new track with the Yellow Bus Boy, Mistah Fab. And the resultat is just as good.

I will write a bigger post about that cd with Rob G soon, because it doesn't deserve to be slept on like that.

Trae featuring Mistah Fab - The Real Life

http://sharebee.com/3dd92c2b

Jim Jones - Pray IV Reign : Review

2009-03-26T21:02:00.003+01:00

I really like the cover of this album, by the way.

Finale - Jungle Music

2009-03-26T18:05:00.007+01:00

You must have ticked the date of April 7th on your calendar if you like Finale (his album "A Pipe Dream And A Promise" release date), but get ready for a new mixtape, "T.I.M.E.", by your favorite or not Detroit rapper. It will be out in a few days, before the album release, and here is a preview track :

Finale - Jungle Music
http://sharebee.com/a7c3d1e8

Kutt Calhoun - Bunk Rock Bitch featuring Tech N9ne

2009-03-26T16:58:00.006+01:00

This song is off Kutt Kalhoun's sophomore album "Feature Presentation", one of the most slept-on albums of 2008.

I went bonkers as soon as I pressed play several months ago. So what are you waiting to press play too ?

http://sharebee.com/fc983dc6

Eminem - We Made You (video shoot)

2009-03-26T16:36:00.004+01:00

Eminem's video for his brand new single "We Made You" (produced by Dr. Dre) will supposedly be broadcasted April 7th. And the buzz has been growing even more since these pictures of the shooting leaked. For those who still wonder, 50 Cent is only making a cameo.

The record itself should be out anytime soon so "keep your ears glued to the stereo" !

Bubba Sparxxx - Beatin Down Da Block ft. Dirt Reynolds

2009-03-26T14:26:00.002+01:00

"Bubba ? Why have you been hiding for so long ?" That's the question I asked myself when I found this track. I've always liked Bubba so I'm glad he's making some new tracks, or at least one. Let's face it, it is not an outstanding song but still pretty decent.

Bubba Sparxxx - Beatin Down Da Block ft. Dirt Reynolds

http://sharebee.com/5833eeaa

Classified - Anybody Listening

2009-03-26T13:53:00.004+01:00

I gave yesterday a 4-star-rating to the sophomore album, "Self Explanatory", of the rapper/producer Classified. And you're 1 click away from knowing why.

Slaughterhouse - Move On

2009-03-26T13:29:00.002+01:00

I love this crew, it was so unexpected at first to see them boys together (Joell Ortiz, Joe Budden, Royce Da 5'9" & Crooked I) but they did. Sometimes rappers can do something else than dissing eachother... they collaborate !

Ethemadassassin - Walk In My Shoes

2009-03-25T14:25:00.004+01:00

Great track (which ain't really new... out for a year now) by Ethemadassassin. I don't know much about him, so I will let the music speak for itself. Enjoy !

Suga Free - Hi Power Pimpin : Review

2009-03-25T12:18:00.001+01:00

Classified - Self Explanatory : Review

2009-03-25T12:09:00.007+01:00

Back in '88, Jazzy Jeff & Will Smith dropped "He's the DJ, I'm the Rapper". But today, Classified is the modern definition of the One-Man Band, because he is the DJ and the Rapper. Thus, the rapper creates his own musical universe and invites the listener to travel with him from Canada to unknown places. And unlike some top-notch rappers, he won't brag about all the "I am big right now" producers who work on his album. He stands all alone on the edge of the cliff.

Classified is gifted behind his MPC rack, but he also is behind the mic. So you won't feel like a hungry kid who can't eat everything in the cookie jar. This album has everything to feed your musical appetite. "Choose Your Own Adventure", which is the running-~~gag~~-song of the album, is self explanatory of what this record is : innovative & original. You can't get bored listening to it. Everything is well-thought, even though, in my opinion it falls short of real bangers (my beatmaker friends would kill me for saying that).

It's hard to be young and talented, but it's even harder to keep up the pace of high valued releases. Classified rose to this double challenge, which is the least that a schyzophrenic musician could do.

Pacific Division - PacDiv EP

2009-03-25T11:42:00.009+01:00

There's always something new and impressive on the West Coast right now, and I won't complain since I am a big fan of that sunny California.

Today's big act is Pacific Division with their "PacDiv EP" (iTunes link). A really valuable EP with (only) 3 great tracks. It sounds like old school with a new breezy touch of that 21th century. I wish the summer was already here so I could bump it in my car with my windows down and my sunglasses... not caring about if I run over a baby.

Pacific Division - Mayor

http://sharebee.com/2bf1f1bc

Suga Free, Mr. Capone-e, Young Lefty & Pinpin Young - Hi Power Pimpin

2009-03-24T16:08:00.005+01:00

Suga Free's (aka the Pimp) new album is out today : Hi Power Pimpin. My review is coming soon (hopefully tomorrow), but this track already made my day.

Listen to it and you'll understand that "Yes, We Can" is definitely the best motto in years ahah. These 3 words are themselves a punchline !

Suga Free, Mr. Capone-e, Young Lefty & Pinpin Young - Hi Power Pimpin

Sway - The Signature LP : Review

2009-03-24T15:35:00.014+01:00

You may not be familiar with this face (ok we don't see much with this Ghanaian bandana), but you may already know him if you (phisically or musically) crossed the Atlantic. His name his Sway, Sway Dasafo to be accurate, and he is from London, in the United Kingdom. Yes sir !

I am really fond of this UK rap. I don't know much about it though to be honest, but every time I peep one of their artists (like Kano or Akala), it's never a disapointment. And Sway could be the icing on the cake.

This guy has mad skills and his latest (and 2nd) effort, "The Signature LP" is a must have for all hip hop fans. It's been out for a few months now, but it's never too late for good music and good rhyming.

Enjoy these 2 tracks :
"Letter To Heaven" & "End Of The Road feat. Coco"

Famous - A Kid Tryna Make It feat. Mayhem Morearty & Blake Carrington

2009-03-24T14:05:00.004+01:00

Great record, great video with great images of LA... Like Luda would say "It feels Greaaaat !". U gotta love this joint.

Famous EP "I Rap Now" is already available on Free Download here.

Conejo - Los Angeles Times : Review

2009-03-24T12:10:00.006+01:00

Crooked I - If You Ever Hear Me

2009-03-23T20:59:00.006+01:00

New track by the west coast don Crooked I. Saddly, it's not off his new album "B.O.S.S.", because this record is just crazy. However... it will be featured on an other project, wait & see.

Crooked I - If You Ever Hear Me
http://sharebee.com/e853d27b

Bobby Ray - Ghost In A Machine

2009-03-23T14:56:00.007+01:00

If you heard of some talented guy who went by the name of B.o.B., you already know Bobby Ray as he changed his name like a week ago.

But in these 2 sentences, you only have to pay attention to the word "talented". Indeed, he released a few days ago a little gem : "Ghost In A Machine".

Bobby Ray - Ghost In A Machine
http://sharebee.com/921b8b9e

Want more ? Download all his mixtapes by clicking here.

Slim Thug - Boss Of All Bosses : Review

2009-03-23T14:11:00.006+01:00

Let me break it down. There are a lot of very interesting websites who give comprehensive reviews about records. I don't wanna be the "+ 1". So I'm going to do what I usually do when I log on a "review website" : I check the rating and that's it.

Bizarre ft. King Gordy - You Think Special

2009-03-19T20:49:00.006+01:00

D12 is coming soon with a new mixtape "Return Of The Dozen Vol. 2", the second project since Proof's tragic death.

The first leak is a record by 2 Fat MCs, Bizarre and King Gordy (who has a new solo project on the way too : "King Of Horrorcore Vol.2"). As a big Detroit fan, it's a real pleasure to share this track.

To give a very comprehensive news, those 2 guys have formed a group, The Davidians, and are supposed to release a project sometimes soon... as you can read above.

Bizarre featuring King Gordy - You Think Special
http://sharebee.com/337da78c

The future of Death Row Records

2009-03-19T14:07:00.002+01:00

I want to share a very interesting read for those who are concerned by Death Row's future. As you may know, the label was sold at an auction and has a new owner : the Canadians WIDEawake entertainment. They gave an interview to the very good website hiphopdx.com.

Read the full interview by clicking here.

Daz Dillinger - I'm 2 High

2009-03-19T12:37:00.004+01:00

New track from Daz Dillinger off DJ 2 High's "West Coast Gangsta Shit Vol. 1". Good to hear some talk box again. And Daz is killing it on the mic. The album is available on iTunes.

Daz Dillinger - I'm 2 High (produced by Battlecat & DJ 2High)
http://sharebee.com/753454c0

Slim Thug - Leanin' (featuring UGK)

2009-03-19T12:25:00.005+01:00

New track leaked off "Boss Of All Bosses" in stores March 24th !

Slim Thug - Leanin' (featuring UGK):
http://sharebee.com/4c5f0b90

Sticky Fingaz - No Swagger

2009-03-19T12:17:00.004+01:00

Sticky Fingaz is cooking something new... a new album ? Like a new album entitled "StickyFingaz.com" ? Yup !

The single "No Swagger" leaked a month ago, but I kinda lost track of Sticky and the Onyx crew until I attended their concert yesterday. So thanks to the goldmine onyxdomain.com, I've found this :

Sticky Fingaz - No Swagger
http://sharebee.com/7c27b3dd

Crooked I - I Am Still A MC

2009-03-18T16:33:00.006+01:00

If you wondered a few weeks ago if Crooked I was still breathing after the dramatic shooting scene he was involved in, he has a blunt answer to give you : "I Am Still A MC". And he's too humble to admit it so I'ma tell you : he's the B.O.S.S.

Indeed, that's the name of his upcoming album that he'll will leak for free on the Internet very soon. Check out his first single :

Crooked I - I Am Still A MC
http://sharebee.com/09c2b9b4

Finale - A Pipe Dream And A Promise

2009-03-18T16:12:00.005+01:00

Detroit's car industry might be in crisis for years, this city has still an incredible energy to be one of the engines of rap music. Its latest premium product is called Finale. His debut album "A Pipe Dream And A Promise" will be out April 7. That's the definition he gives of a hip-hop career in the 21th century.

Finale - Motor City
http://sharebee.com/63881534

Click here if you want to listen to the sampler of the album.

Z-Ro - Top Notch

2009-03-17T16:48:00.001+01:00

One more video of Z-Ro to make your day, that's 2 within a week. But it's as addictive as "Crack" (the album of course). "Top Notch" on video now :

Nipsey Hussle - Live in Salt Lake City

2009-03-17T15:32:00.004+01:00

It's already my 3rd post about Nipsey Hussle... but I am telling you HE IS THE FUTURE !

He's tearing this stage up ! So enjoy his abilities live.

Ankore - The People Said...

2009-03-17T15:14:00.005+01:00

I want to introduce you to a band, from California, that would deserve to be under the spotlights : Ankore.

I met them... In fact, I did met Akili Shine (one of the 3 members) on Venice Beach, like a year ago, while he was selling his CDs. I was one of his satisfied customer (money back guaranteed). From this day, their cd has always been around my cd player.

Their blend of true Hip-Hop and smooth R'n'B is a delight for the ears. And they do have a message behind their music.

The title of the album is "The People Said...", in reference to all the racism and violence that were not supposed to happen again... but it did.

Enjoy this video if you want to taste a new musical experience

Slim Thug - I Run Remix (featuring Chamillionaire & Z-Ro)

2009-03-17T12:17:00.009+01:00

Slim Thug's new album "Boss Of All Bosses" is coming in 7 days and today, we have one more reason to boosts our expectations : his new remix of the song "I Run" featuring 2 of Houston's best MCs Chamillionaire & Z-Ro. And Ro delivers one CRAZY verse !

Slim Thug - I Run Remix (featuring Chamillionaire & Z-Ro)- Clean
http://www.zshare.net/audio/57171196faa1631c/

+ The video of the OG version

Joe Budden - In My Sleep

2009-03-17T11:39:00.002+01:00

In the industry, new single = new video so here is Joe Budden's creation for his track "In My Sleep" off his album "Padded Room".

It's not the best track of the album, but it's definitely worth listening since Joe Budden is one of the best lyricist in the game right now.

Lucky Luciano - Popped Up

2009-03-16T20:01:00.003+01:00

Ok, it's kinda old (2008) but I've just discovered Lucky Luciano. I was looking for some music, and some guy had this track in a player on his blog.

I am a big fan of the H-Town rap scene, which I've been following for yeaaars but shame on me, it's the first time I hear of that guy. The only latino MC I knew from Houston was Chingo Bling. Now I know 2 (ahah)...

Anyway enjoy this track & video : Lucky Luciano - Popped Up (featuring Paul Wall) off the album "Ahead Of My Time".

B-Real - Pyscho Realm Revolution

2009-03-16T16:51:00.003+01:00

His album "Smoke N' Mirrors" is in stores for a month now, and here is the video for the track "Psycho Realm Revolution" featuring Sick Jackens.

CunninLynguists - Don't Leave (When Winter Comes)

2009-03-16T14:32:00.007+01:00

Winter is about to be a painful memory as spring walts in the air, but CunninLynguists is reminding us about that cold time.

"Don't Leave (When Winter Comes)", the 2nd single off their new album "Strange Journey Volume 1" is ,productionwise, a new masterpiece by Kno and lyrically one more punch in our faces. It features Slug from Atmoshpere.

CunninLynguists - Don't Leave (When Winter Comes)
http://www.zshare.net/audio/571285822a613133/

Treal - Goin Slap Off

2009-03-16T14:05:00.007+01:00

I heard about Treal when they released their album "Crunk Tested And Approved" in 2006, which I thought was their first, until I read they formed in 2000 ! (I got a lot of music to catch up now...)

Anyway, 2 years and a lot of music later, I stumbled upon their new jam "Goin Slap Off", which they've just released. And I'm just like, it feels good to have them back. It gives so much energy you wanna... SLAP OFF !

Treal - "Goin Slap Off" :
http://www.zshare.net/download/56827787bef2c98d/

If you need some catching up too, they uploaded all their mixtapes for FREE download HERE !

Knoc-Turn'Al - Knoc's Ville

2009-03-13T16:02:00.005+01:00

He's knocking at your door... so open your ears, Knoc Turn'Al has something to tell you : "I'm baaaaaaaack" !

I love these kinds of news when you've been waiting for some new materials of one of your favorite rapper. The big news is that the Treacherous Records artist, Knoc-Turn'al, will release his new mixtape "Knoc's Ville" in April.

We should probably thank God for that. That's why he leaked the track "Amen" and the eponym track "Knoc's Ville".

Listen to these 2 new exclusive joints right here :

Knoc-Turn'Al - Amen
http://www.zshare.net/audio/569795803f09e4ed/

Knoc-Turn'Al - Knoc's Ville (featuring One-2)
http://www.zshare.net/audio/56979721a833427b/

Hustle Boyz - Twist Up Grapes

2009-03-13T15:46:00.007+01:00

The Hustle Boyz made a huge impression when they released a few weeks (or months... my mind is kinda slow today) ago the track "Don't Bother Me" (View the video here).

The buzz is already huge, so don't miss out their firt mixtape which is on the way : "Hustle Boyz Or Nuth'in: A Breath of Fresh Air."

And here I come with som Fresh news - their new single & video "Twist Up Grapes" :

The West is definitely back :whistling:

Jay'Ton of S.L.A.B. - Got It By Tha Ton

2009-03-13T14:21:00.001+01:00

In the shadow of Trae "Tha Truth", you might see his younger brother Jay'ton ! He's a really talented MC from Houston, who's in the game for a few years now so I'm happy to see that his day is coming eventually.

I've always thought he should deserve a bigger spot, I knew (hoped) it would happen, and here it is : he's taking is shot !!! So be on the look out because the future is here !

You can listen to "Bonified Hustla" HERE, one of the first tracks that leaked from the mixtape.

But Santa is coming with a new blaziiiiiing track "Hood Wide Up" to listen HERE. (My favorite)

Nipsey Hussle in XXL : Show & Prove

2009-03-12T15:47:00.002+01:00

Click on the picture for full size !

Elohim Marino - I Am An Addict

2009-03-12T15:30:00.009+01:00

Elohim Marino is an addict, and I am addicted to his music since his album "The Son Of Hip Hop", one slept-on album which may be one of the most memorable indie releases over the past years.

But the Queens based rapper is working slowly on a come back and is offering his new mixtape for free, which is entitled "I Am An Addict".

DOWNLOAD THIS MIXTAPE NOW

Rootbeer - The Pink Limousine EP

2009-03-11T18:03:00.007+01:00

Pigeon John is flying through a new musical experience with his new project Rootbeer, with Adam Flynn.

They released yesterday their first EP "The Pink Limousine".

I've been a die hard fan of Pigeon John, but this EP might be too "new" for me, but maybe you should give it a try anyway. That might be why those 2 guys are giving away their single "Pink Limousine" here.

Eminem - Relapse

2009-03-11T17:48:00.009+01:00

As I can't be be the only nerd on the face of Earth not talking about Eminem... I'm bringing some fresh (...ok it's already old as the word has been wide spread) news.

So be ready for Relapse 1... and 2 (by the end of the year !)

Z-Ro - Tired (ft. Mya)

2009-03-11T17:23:00.007+01:00

On the path of my musical journey, I stumbled upon Z-Ro like 5 years ago... One of my greatest revelations.

That's why I'm revealing you with a genuine pleasure his new video "Tired" from his album "Crack" and featuring the RnB eye-candy Mya.

Daz Dillinger - In California

2009-03-11T17:20:00.001+01:00

Straight Classic from the West Coast !

[Chamillionaire Voice] "Luv' It Mayne !"[/Chamillionaire Voice]

DJ Drama & Cookin Soul - Tribute To The Notorious B.I.G.

2009-03-11T16:13:00.005+01:00

It's been 12 years since he... 12 years that The Notorious B.I.G. has been staying in our hearts. And to remind us of this musical phenomenon, the production trio Cookin Soul teamed up with DJ Drama to cook this mixtape : The Notorious B.I.G. Tribute.

But it's not "One more biggie tribute" : this concept mixtape gathers most of the hottest MCs in the game with some old-time Biggie's friends rapping over some of his legendary tracks.

Download this free mixtape here
http://www.zshare.net/download/56783393fcf0987a/

The Colorado Rap Report

2009-03-09T17:59:00.006+01:00

I told you earlier about the State of Colorado (303, that reminds you of something?) and I have another great opportunity to tell you about their magnificence on the microphone.

The Colorado Rap Report is a mixtape with some of the best cuts from their home artists (like Whygee, 1865, Maneline and many more).

It's a great discovery, and it's always refreshing to zoom on a different spot of our musical google map.

Free Download so enjoy the musical experience
- Click Here -

Tiron - Ketchup

2009-03-09T17:41:00.006+01:00

Handle Ketchup carefully because it might leave some stains that will never go away.

And this mixtape by the Los Angeles rapper, Tiron, does abide by the rule. Once you put your ears on it... and might stay for a long time.

We feel the breezy summer coming and we really needed it. So thank you Tiron, who as a polite gentleman give his mixtape for free download right here :

Tiron - Ketchup

Including the hot single - Throwing My Money ! (Let me catch some please)

Nipsey Hussle - Bullets Ain't Got No Name

2009-03-07T11:53:00.014+01:00

This bullet does have a name : Nipsey Hussle (who got his name from the American comedian Julius "Nipsey" Russell).

Coming from the sunny Los Angeles, this Slauson rapper is making a breakthrough that only the trailblazers who reached the West can do.

He already has 2 mixtapes out : Bullets Ain't Got No Name Vol.1 & 2. And the third one is on its way... or it's boulevard.

Exclusive : Listen to Payback (the new single from his upcoming mixtape)

Like he said "the West needs an update !". So turn the page of the golden age of Death Row and the 90's and open the chapter of Nipsey's legacy.

What could be better than a summer in CA with a Nipsey Hussle album entitled "South Central State Of Mind" ?

His first single "Hussle In The House" is buzzing everywhere ! Peep the video right here !

His touring with The Game so don't miss him : check the dates here.