Smoko Ono feat. Njomza – Road Runner [Stream x Download]
This serves as the first single off Smoko Ono’s “Slackin-N-Mackin Vol. 1” EP dropping this Fall. Stream/download below.
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David Cash feat. Young Thug – Rob My Connect [Stream]
This will live on David Cash’s new project “California C.A.S.H.” coming soon.
Read moreReQ Cartier – Stay Woke [Stream x Download]
In the midst of the tragic lost of Eric Garner & Michael Brown, the citizens of the United States are starting to come together to “fight” the higher powers. Brooklyn emcee, ReQ Cartier (who recently was arrested during a peaceful protest in support of Ferguson, Missouri) takes to the microphone to inform people to “Stay Woke” through these times.
Read moreJay Abkari & Don Krez – #FuckTheLaw [Stream]
Welcome to my New World Order. Out of Miami’s collective “Magik Xity” Jay Abkari (@jayabkari – 19) and Don Krez (@donkrez_ – 22) who is also associated with 2.7.5, come together to drop this flame called #FuckTheLaw produced by Jahka (@jahkabeats) who has produced for names such as Rich Homie Quan, Pouya, Sir Michael Rocks, Raider Klan, Nell, & SDotBraddy. Between the sampled speeches, the instrumentation, the kicked back hook & the diverse flows taken by both artists with their own feels, this is the perfect track to roll through the city to smoking some of that good.
Read moreKa-Flame – Tha Eighties Era [Stream]
Ka-Flame plans to release his new album “Unprecedented” due out sometime this year. This track is titled “Tha Eighties Era” and produced by Zen’Zan. This song is reflecting on the good times of this era. He reminisces about his past with family and friends. He also touches on the realness of people at that time and how it’s different now.
Read moreBodega Bamz – Alchemist #3 [Stream]
New Bodega Bamz, produced by The Alchemist. Listen below. “Dean Non Believers” coming soon!
Read moreEvan Black – For The Birds [Album]
Evan’s sophomore project “For The Birds” is now available! In the conceptual summer time project, the artist touches on experiences in relationships, 9-5 jobs and hip hop. The album is packed with 12 original new tracks produced by Customary including the singles “Go Round,” “Stay Young” and “Cheap Date.”
Read moreThe 17th feat. Joell Ortiz & HollaAtchA Gwalla – Don’t Care [Stream]
Groton CT, native & Local-Mu12 member The 17th drops a new banger called “Don’t Care” Ft. Joell Ortiz & HollaATCHa Gwalla Produced by Louie Rock. The song is from his upcoming “Inside Jokes With Complete Strangers” LP dropping 9/9/14. The album features Skyzoo, Havoc, Rock of Heltah Skeltah, Livin Proof, Cortez & more. Dont Care (Ft. Joell Ortiz & HollaAtcha Gwalla)(Prod. by Louie Rock)(Single) by the 17th
Read moreSupa Dave West – Beat Boxing [Album Stream]
If you’re looking for 23 fresh gems to vibe with, then Supa Dave West has got you covered with, ‘Beat Boxing.’ Simply put, SDW is a producer that’s mastered the art of putting the boom in the bap. Though fans may have first tuned in to the sounds of the former Queens beat smith with his production contributions to De La Soul’s catalog over the years, on tracks like “Bionix,” “Baby Phat,” “Watch Out,” “The Grind Date,” and many more, that’s just scratching the surface. With recent credits that include “The Doe” and “No One’s Home” from J Dilla’s Give Them What They Want maxi-single (to be featured on the late producer’s album, The Diary), as well as various tracks with the likes of Talib Kweli, Common, Slum Village and Ghostface Killah, SDW has aligned himself with some of the best to ever do it. The beauty of ‘Beat Boxing’ lies in it’s ability to act as an ambitious, well rounded project that is well rooted to the foundation of the craft, while also venturing into new territories. Instead of seeming thrown together, Boxing comes across as a meticulously planned construct. Its scattered, unexpected drums bear production sensibilities resemblant to Dilla, and the sound coming out of The Ummah’s production camp at the time, while being unique enough for people to get a sense of what West is all about. Beat Boxing is now available via iTunes for just $9.99, courtesy of Redefinition Records. So cop this album immediately and
Read moreJoell Ortiz On Ebro In The Morning [Video]
Joell Ortiz only wants to rap… Ebro wants an interview.. Awkwardness ensues!
Read moreDilated Peoples – Rap Is Outta Control Freestyle [Stream]
The entire Dilated Peoples crew showed up to Rap Is Outta Control from Los Angeles to promote their newest album, Directors Of Photography. Check out this dope end-of-the-show freestyle by Evidence and Rakaa, and purchase “Directors Of Photography” here.
Read moreBryant Dope – Is It Real [Stream]
The fifth installment in Bryant’s #RawDopeWednesdays series is a remake of Les Nubians 1998 single “Makeda”. Check it out below!
Read moreHus Kingpin & Rozewood feat. SmooVth – The Purge [Stream]
This is taken from Hus Kingpin & Rozewood’s new collabo album titled “100$ Taper”. Get your copy here. Also, be sure to check out their video for “Black Columbo” below.
Read moreDee Goodz – Moneyville [Video]
Dee Goodz borrows Jay Z’s “My life is based on sacrifices” line off “Regrets” on the hook for “Moneyville.” You remember Jay Z is known for his conversational flow, and here, it feels like Dee Goodz is having a conversation with himself. You kind of get this picture of a man pacing in the darkness as Goodz relates street trauma and various pressures in front of mournful strings. Goodz shows he’s obviously skilled here as well as unapologetically insecure: “All honest no gimmicks just coming real/ If you ain’t fuckin’ with that, then fuck how you feel.”
Read moreCam’ron feat. Estelle & Couzin Bang – Let The Show Begin [Video]
Here’a a new video from Cam’s “1st Of The Month Vol. 3” EP, which will hit iTunes on September 1st.
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