The Black Opera feat. Melody Betts – Black Lair [Audio x Download]

Step into The Black Opera’s “Black Lair.” This high-energy track takes us to a place “blacker than Mutombo,” illuminated only by the musical light of French producer Astronote. A dusty piano begins to pound as a subterranean bass line travels through. Melody Betts lends her haunting but angelic voice to add to the ethereal vibe of the track. Our other-worldly Creators complement the frenetic pace of the song, warning listeners that “perception is king, you never know who’s the diablo.” Black Lair (feat. Melody Betts) by The Black Opera Previously: The Black Opera – Balcony (Behind The Scenes) [Video]

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Swiff D – I Hear You [Beat Tape]

The man behind countless hits from the likes of Pac Div, Phonte, Talib Kweli and more drops his latest batch of instrumental good’ness. Enjoy! Download: Swiff D – I Hear You Tracklist 01 Cosmic Messenger 02 Visitor 03 Fairfield ’95 04 Ripe Righteousness 05 Break A Leg 06 McKingley’s Dreams 07 Club Shiznit 08 Break Love 09 Check Engine Music 10 For Two 11 The Voyage 12 Wah 13 Blast 14 Good Enough (Dilla Tribute)

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On The Set With RZA: Respect The Classics (The Man With The Iron Fists) [Video]

“The Man With The Iron Fists” ist in good ol’ Germany ab dem 29. November 2012 im Kino zu sehen. Am 16.11.2012 erscheint der Original Motion Picture Score von RZA und Howard Drossin als Download. Am 30.11.2012 erscheinen sowohl der Score als auch der “The Man With the Iron Fists” Soundtrack auf CD u.a. mit The Black Keys, Kanye West, RZA, Method Man, Wu-Tang Clan. Previously: RZA On Last Call w/ Carson Daly [Video]

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Snoop Lion’s Mind Gardens [Video]

Snoop Lion was first inspired to create Mind Gardens after witnessing the devastating effects of malnutrition in Jamaica. The first two Mind Gardens locations in the Kingston neighborhoods of Trenchtown and Tivoli Gardens are the first steps towards the ultimate goal of creating a sustainable method of improving children’s nutrition worldwide. Plans are already underway to expand the project to some U.S. neighborhoods. The mission of Mind Gardens is simple: every child should have access to healthy food. Healthy food nurtures the body and the mind, making access to nutritious food options a crucial part of helping communities to grow and thrive. With this is mind, Snoop Lion and Reed’s Ginger Brew have partnered to support Mind Gardens, a nonprofit organization dedicated to building community gardens in impoverished neighborhoods. These organic community gardens will provide children with access to vital nutrients, through fresh fruits and vegetables.

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9th Wonder & Buckshot Record “You” [Video]

Go behind the scenes with Buckshot & DyMe-A-DuZiN, frontman of Phony Ppl, as they piece together their record “You,” featured on 9th Wonder & Buckshot’s ‘The Solution’ album available here. Fans in the New York Tri-State can catch 9th Wonder & Buckshot performing live at Santos Party House on Nov. 13th alongside Sean Price, Murs & Young Guru. Get Tickets here. Previously: 9th Wonder & Buckshot feat. Rapsody – Shorty Left [Video]

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Game – Jesus Piece [Standard Cover]

After releasing the deluxe edition artwork for Jesus Piece last month, Jayceon reveals the standard version as the content keeps on rolling out. The cover features a picture of his late brother, in loving memory of Jevon Danell Taylor. Game’s fifth album, “Jesus Piece”, is in stores December 11th. Previously: Game x Tyga – Celebration (Jimmy Kimmel Live) [Video]

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DJ Clark Kent – All Brooklyn Everything Part 1 [Mixtape]

As Mick Boogie did one up for the BK borough two weeks ago with his “Brooklyn Originals” mixtape, today we’re privileged to another mixtape dedicated to the county of Kings with part one of his of his new “All Brooklyn Everything” series. In this nearly 100-track mix, we get mixes of our favorites from them concrete guerrillas including Big Daddy Kane, Jay-Z, Saigon, Aaliyah, Foxy Brown, Biggie Smalls, Lil Kim, AZ, Shyne Po, M.C. Lyte, Boot Camp Click, BlackStar, Fablous, X Clan, ODB, MOP, O.C. and more. “All BROOKLYN Everything” Mixtape (Part 2) mediafire.com/download.php?w… @adidasorig instagr.am/p/R77_VxGnQh/ — DJ CLARK KENT (@DJClarkKent) November 12, 2012 Download here via OS

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Trademark Da Skydiver & Young Roddy – Welcome [Audio]

“Jet World Order 2” hits stores worldwide on November 20th via Jets International / iHipHop Distribution. Staying lifted as ever, Jet Life returns with the follow-up to last year’s highly-acclaimed album, Jet World Order. The crew which includes Curren$y, Trademark Da Skydiver, Young Roddy, Smoke DZA & more continues to raise the bar and elevate its craft far beyond the limits of aviation with the much anticipated Jet World Order 2. It’s no secret that the Jet Life crew consists of the most beloved paper plane pilots in the game, and according to Pitchfork, “Rap is predicated on the idea of who you want to get high with and right now, the Jets run that lane.” Jet World Order 2 proves AllHipHop’s statements to be correct, as they exclaimed, “[Curren$y] and his crew really do live the Jet Life, and seemingly, their flight is far from over.” Listeners are once again in for a smooth journey as the crew soars above the turbulence to ride the chill instrumentals long-time fans have come to expect from Jet Life. The album’s second single is the upbeat “Welcome” produced by frequent collaborators, Cookin Soul. Trademark Da Skydiver and Young Roddy sound at home as they rap about the finer things in life over the banging drums on this 90s influenced instrumental.

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KRS-One – Disaster Kit [Video]

Off of KRS-One’s upcoming mixtape “Just Passin Through” dropping Thanksgiving 2012. “This is an opportunity to show the world what Hip Hop is capable of. Obviously this project isn’t about raising money or making money. This is purely about knowledge and survival; I truly hope the world benefits from these words. By memorizing the lyrics of this song, you at least prepare yourself with a mental checklist against natural and man-made disasters.” – KRS-One

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