M-Dot feat. Method Man, Dominique Larue & Katy Gunn – Shine [Stream x Download]

Nowadays it’s rare you see Hip-Hop pioneer, Wu-Tang legend Method Man appearing in features. Nevertheless, ten seconds in, that’s exactly what the uplifting and triumphant single “Shine” brings front and center. California based Film/TV score composer Soulplusmind lays the backdrop for Tical, alongside Dominique Larue (Columbus, OH) and M-Dot (of EMS) (Boston, MA) to articulate their lexicon, simultaneously showcasing an angst for hip hop that offers substance, with New York vocalist Katy Gunn providing the hook. “Shine” is the lead single taken from underground staple and Beantown’s multi-award winning lyricist M-Dot’s two part debut album “Ego and the Enemy” (in stores 2015). The LP’s will feature production by Hi-Tek, Marley Marl, M-Phazes, Marco Polo, 7L and many more surprise industry respected beat-smiths (TBA). Note to DJs: ‘Shine’ is 100% obscenity free.

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Anthony Hamilton – Home For The Holidays x Tis The Season (Live) [Video]

This fall, Anthony Hamilton released his first ever Christmas album, ‘Home For The Holidays,’ via RCA Records. The Christmas themed LP finds Hamilton crooning his way through some of the season’s most beloved holiday classics with his signature tone, and features six original tracks. Hamilton approached the project with the same sophistication and delivery he is respected for, with his past studio albums. “This album is for the people who really love the holidays and what feelings they bring. For the families that get together and love a good time,” said Anthony. “I feel like some of the things we enjoy most, we can only feel with our hearts. Having an emotional connection to this project was essential because I want my fans to be moved by the music and associate each song with a time where no other feeling mattered but love.” We recently caught up with the soulful crooner for a special edition of our live acoustic series at StadiumRed Studios in Harlem, New York. For his set, Anthony performed two of the original songs off the album, “Tis The Season” and the title track “Home for the Holidays.” Accompanied by his tour pianist and backup singer, Hamilton gracefully performed each song with the class, gritty soulful nuances, and old school precision that he delivers on stages worldwide. Watch “Tis The Season” after the break.

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Vic Spencer – Trimming The Fat [Stream x Download]

“Trimming the fat has only made Victor bigger” Vic Spencer has trimmed the fat off just about everything as he gets busy over a vintage 9th Wonder beat that was made for L.E.G.A.C.Y. While we wait for The Cost of Victory to drop at the top of 2015, Vic has plans to drop more music before the year is out for the Red Button Series: Chapter II. Some people can’t drop a record every week and be effective and consistent. So let’s encourage everyone to trim the fat off what’s not helping you going into the new year.

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