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Florence + The Machine – Shake it Out (The Weeknd Remix)

Florence + The Machine – Shake it Out (The Weeknd Remix)

The Weeknd did an incredible remix of Florence + The Machine's Shake It Out.  It works so well, it sounds like they wrote the song together.  If you like The Weekend's sound or get down with folks like Portishead, Tricky and DJ Shadow, this one should move you.  A version... Read more
October 2, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
Blu – The Greatest Guest Features Collection (4-Mixtape Set)

Blu – The Greatest Guest Features Collection (4-Mixtape Set)

A few weeks ago, RealHipHopHead put together a comprehensive set of 6 mixtapes featuring nothing but Nas features and rare songs. Now, they've done the same for Blu. Here's a 4-mixtape set filled with Blu features. You can download the 4-mixtape set, see the tracklist and read what RealHipHopHead had... Read more
October 2, 2011 Audio, Mixes
We lost the godmother of hip-hop earlier this week. Sylvia Robinson, the co-founder of Sugar Hill Records, passed away on Thursday. Here’s a playlist of some of the music from Sugar Hill. You’ll hear music from The Sugar Hill Gang, Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five, The Treacherous Three, The Funky 4 +1, The Sequence and more. RIP Sylvia Robinson.

We lost the godmother of hip-hop earlier this week. Sylvia Robinson, the co-founder of Sugar Hill Records, passed away on Thursday. Here’s a playlist of some of the music from Sugar Hill. You’ll hear music from The Sugar Hill Gang, Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five, The Treacherous Three, The Funky 4 +1, The Sequence and more. RIP Sylvia Robinson.

She put out 2 of the most important records in hip-hop history.  Rapper's Delight was the first record to put hip-hop on the global map and The Message forever changed the notion of what hip-hop could be. Click below to hear the playlist.... Read more
October 1, 2011 Audio, Playlists
Styles P – Feelings Gone + We Don’t Play ft Lloyd Banks

Styles P – Feelings Gone + We Don’t Play ft Lloyd Banks

Here are 2 new tracks from Styles P.  First is Feelings Gone and next is We Don't Play ft Lloyd Banks.  Check out both below. Feelings Gone (produced by Statik Selektah--radio rip) Click here to download. We Don't Play ft Lloyd Banks Click here to download.... Read more
September 30, 2011 Audio
T.I. has been gettin’ it in since his release. Here’s a new banger from him that was produced by Big K.R.I.T. and features K.R.I.T. on the hook. Check out I’m Flexin’.

T.I. has been gettin’ it in since his release. Here’s a new banger from him that was produced by Big K.R.I.T. and features K.R.I.T. on the hook. Check out I’m Flexin’.

Also, click here if you missed Young Jeezy's new song with T.I. called F.A.M.E.... Read more
September 30, 2011 Audio
Common – Blue Sky A Cappella Verse (Video)

Common – Blue Sky A Cappella Verse (Video)

Common is dropping a new single called Blue Sky soon. Recently, he kicked an a cappella verse from the song. You can check out the video below for a sneak preview. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNPOhnH5c48&feature=player_embedded... Read more
September 30, 2011 Video
T.I. joins Jeezy on a J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League beat. Check out F.A.M.E.

T.I. joins Jeezy on a J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League beat. Check out F.A.M.E.

Click here to download.... Read more
September 29, 2011 Audio
Constantine – Get Away ft The Game & Kurupt + Kurupt – Take It Off ft DJ Quik

Constantine – Get Away ft The Game & Kurupt + Kurupt – Take It Off ft DJ Quik

Here's a double dose of Kurupt. First up is Constantine's Get Away featuring Kurupt and The Game. Next is Kurupt's Take It Off featuring DJ Quik. Check out both below. Constantine - Get Away ft Kurupt & The Game Click here to download. Kurupt - Take It Off ft DJ... Read more
September 29, 2011 Audio
The Gooneez & The Fratelleez – Too Strong ft Kendrick Lamar

The Gooneez & The Fratelleez – Too Strong ft Kendrick Lamar

Here's song with live instruments, interesting lyrics and an ill Kendrick Lamar feature. Good combo. Check out The Gooneez & The Fratelleez's Too Strong featuring K-Dot. Click here to download.... Read more
September 29, 2011 Audio
J. Dilla – Detroit Madness ft Phat Kat

J. Dilla – Detroit Madness ft Phat Kat

Newly released J. Dilla?? Umm, yes please!! Another album featuring tracks from the late, great legend is being prepared for release. Here's a snippet of the first single. Check out Detroit Madness featuring Phat Kat. Click here to download.... Read more
September 29, 2011 Audio
Jay Rock – M.O.N.E.Y. (Video)

Jay Rock – M.O.N.E.Y. (Video)

Here's another banger from Jay Rock's Follow Me Home album. Check out the video for M.O.N.E.Y. http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=e3va3I8NAhI... Read more
September 29, 2011 Video
Super Tuesday is here. New albums from J. Cole, Evidence, Phonte and 9th Wonder are in stores now.

Super Tuesday is here. New albums from J. Cole, Evidence, Phonte and 9th Wonder are in stores now.

Links to buy each album are below, as well as a mini-playlist featuring songs from each album. Click here for J. Cole's Cole World:  The Sideline Story. Click here for Evidence's Cats & Dogs. Click here for Phonte's Charity Starts at Home. Click here for 9th Wonder's The Wonder Years.... Read more
September 27, 2011 Audio, Playlists
B.o.B. – Strange Clouds ft Lil Wayne

B.o.B. – Strange Clouds ft Lil Wayne

B.o.B. and Lil Wayne get their dub step on.  Check out Strange Clouds.... Read more
September 27, 2011 Audio
J. Cole: In the Zone (Article)

J. Cole: In the Zone (Article)

Here's an in-depth article chronicling the long journey for J. Cole from his beginnings to dropping his first album for commercial release, as the first rapper signed to be signed to Roc Nation by Jay-Z. The article was written for Complex by one of J. Cole's closest friends, as part... Read more
September 27, 2011 Food for Thought
Freddie Gibbs – Anything to Survive ft Freeway

Freddie Gibbs – Anything to Survive ft Freeway

Freddie Gibbs teams up with Freeway on a funky new joint. Check out the video for Anything to Survive. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaQ1lsZW2jQ&feature=player_embedded... Read more
September 27, 2011 Video
Schoolboy Q – Druggy’s Wit H*es Again ft Ab-Soul

Schoolboy Q – Druggy’s Wit H*es Again ft Ab-Soul

Here's a new take on a previous collabo between Schoolboy Q and Ab-Soul. The beat is kinda crazy.  Check it out below (stream-only). ScHoolboy Q - Druggys WitH Hoes Again Feat. Ab-Soul by Mixedbyali... Read more
September 26, 2011 Audio
Pusha T goes in on the Dreams Money Can Buy beat. Check out Don’t F*ck Wit Me.

Pusha T goes in on the Dreams Money Can Buy beat. Check out Don’t F*ck Wit Me.

Click here to download.... Read more
September 26, 2011 Audio
Here’s a mixtape the features 70 Phonte tracks in 78 minutes. Good golly. Phonte’s album, Charity Starts at Home is in stores now. Click below for the mixtape.

Here’s a mixtape the features 70 Phonte tracks in 78 minutes. Good golly. Phonte’s album, Charity Starts at Home is in stores now. Click below for the mixtape.

Phonte is without a doubt one of the most underrated MCs of all time (click here for our mix featuring the most underrated MCs of all time, as determined by the fans). It's hard to believe he's been in the game for a decade. He's dropped many a classic as... Read more
September 25, 2011 Mixes
Black Star & Common Perform Respiration in Chicago (Video)

Black Star & Common Perform Respiration in Chicago (Video)

Black Star hit House of Blues in Chicago and brought out hometown hero, Common, to perform their classic Respiration. Check out the video below. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vG4OxyC6_Yo&feature=player_embedded... Read more
September 25, 2011 Video
Royce Da 5’9″ – Random Bars

Royce Da 5’9″ – Random Bars

Here's some new heat from Royce Da 5'9". Check out Random Bars. Click here to download.  ... Read more
September 25, 2011 Audio
MCs from the West never left but there’s been a resurgence of late from Southern Cali. It’s inspired this playlist which celebrates the contribution that LA-based MCs have made to hip-hop over the last 3 decades. You’ll hear music from Ice-T, NWA, Eazy-E, Ice Cube, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Tha Dogg Pound, DJ Quik, Lady of Rage, Warren G, 2Pac, The Game, The Pharcyde, King Tee, Tha Alkaholiks, Jurrasic 5, Dilated Peoples, DJ Quik, Pac Div, Murs, Jay Rock and Kendrick Lamar.

MCs from the West never left but there’s been a resurgence of late from Southern Cali. It’s inspired this playlist which celebrates the contribution that LA-based MCs have made to hip-hop over the last 3 decades. You’ll hear music from Ice-T, NWA, Eazy-E, Ice Cube, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Tha Dogg Pound, DJ Quik, Lady of Rage, Warren G, 2Pac, The Game, The Pharcyde, King Tee, Tha Alkaholiks, Jurrasic 5, Dilated Peoples, DJ Quik, Pac Div, Murs, Jay Rock and Kendrick Lamar.

Obviously, there are many other MCs who've helped build the LA legacy but this is a representation of many left coast eras. Just press play, sit back and listen to how the West was won. Related: Snoop Dogg - Reincarnated Official Film Trailer (Video)... Read more
September 24, 2011 Audio, Playlists
Terrace Martin – Lithium ft AB & Punch

Terrace Martin – Lithium ft AB & Punch

Here's some new Terrace Martin. Check out Lithium featuring AB & Punch. Click here to  download.... Read more
September 23, 2011 Audio
9th Wonder – Enjoy ft Warren G, Murs & Kendrick Lamar

9th Wonder – Enjoy ft Warren G, Murs & Kendrick Lamar

New 9th Wonder featuring Warren G, Murs & Kendrick Lamre.  Check out Enjoy (stream only).  Let's go!! 9th's album, The Wonder Years, drops on Tuesday.... Read more
September 22, 2011 Audio
Big K.R.I.T. – Money on the Floor ft 8Ball, MJG & 2 Chainz

Big K.R.I.T. – Money on the Floor ft 8Ball, MJG & 2 Chainz

Here's a tough new joint from Big K.R.I.T. featuring 8Ball, MJG and 2 Chainz. It's got that laid back Southern Funk. Check out Money on the Floor. Click here to download.... Read more
September 22, 2011 Audio
Here’s a Playlist of Some of the Best Chappelle Show Performances (Video Playlist)

Here’s a Playlist of Some of the Best Chappelle Show Performances (Video Playlist)

Chappelle Show gets its much deserved props for its place in sketch comedy history, but it does not get enough recognition for its role as a major platform for showcasing hip-hop and soul performances. In addition to having impeccable taste in acts, the show had a knack for presenting artists... Read more
September 22, 2011 Playlists, Video
After a hiatus, MOP is back with a hot new joint. Check out Anybody Can Get it.

After a hiatus, MOP is back with a hot new joint. Check out Anybody Can Get it.

Click here to download.... Read more
September 21, 2011 Audio
Evidence – Inside Cats & Dogs (Video Playlist)

Evidence – Inside Cats & Dogs (Video Playlist)

Evidence has put together a series of videos where he discusses each song on his upcoming album, Cats & Dogs (in stores on 9/27). Each episode also features a snippet of the song discussed. Here's a video playlist of each episode in the series, so far (9 in total). Check... Read more
September 21, 2011 Food for Thought, Playlists, Video
Nitty Scott, MC – Auntie Maria’s Crib

Nitty Scott, MC – Auntie Maria’s Crib

Nitty Scott, MC is a dope up and coming MC who happens to be female.  Her voice has hints of Jean Grae and Lady Bug Mecca from Digable Planets, but, her style is all her own.  She just dropped a dope new song called Auntie Maria's Crib.  Check it out... Read more
September 21, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis – Make the Money

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis – Make the Money

Here's another solid song from Macklemore and Ryan Lewis. Check out Make The Money. Click here to download from iTunes.... Read more
September 21, 2011 Audio
Sir Michael Rocks – I Can’t Go

Sir Michael Rocks – I Can’t Go

Sir Michael Rocks kicks some verses over the same track Talib Kweli used on Country Cousins, his collabo with UGK. Check out Sir Michael Rocks' I Can't Go. Click here to download. Here's Country Cousins by Talib Kweli ft UGK.... Read more
September 21, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
Murs – Love & Rockets Pt. 5 (Video) & Kurupt – This is Your Day ft Murs & Uncle Chucc

Murs – Love & Rockets Pt. 5 (Video) & Kurupt – This is Your Day ft Murs & Uncle Chucc

Here's a double dose of Murs. First up is installment #5 of his Love & Rockets video series, which features some behind the scenes video footage of Murs, as well as a sneak preview of another new song from his upcoming album, Love & Rockets Vol. 1: The Transformation. Immediately... Read more
September 21, 2011 Audio, Video
Wale – Best Night Ever ft Rick Ross & Kevin Cossom

Wale – Best Night Ever ft Rick Ross & Kevin Cossom

Here's the latest from Wale. He and Rick Ross slow it down on Best Night Ever. Check it out. Click here to download.... Read more
September 21, 2011 Audio
Yelawolf – Hard White (Up in the Club) ft Lil Jon – Video

Yelawolf – Hard White (Up in the Club) ft Lil Jon – Video

Here's a high energy and stylish video from Yelawolf.  If you're offended by Jello wrestling, it's not for you...Check out Hard White (Up in the Club) featuring Lil Jon. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0rVRtXsiEo&feature=player_embedded... Read more
September 20, 2011 Video
Gerald Walker – The Other Half of Letting Go (Mixtape)

Gerald Walker – The Other Half of Letting Go (Mixtape)

Gerald Walker has dropped a couple of very solid tracks in the last few weeks. Now the mixtape, The Other Half of Letting Go, is here. You can listen to and download the whole thing below. Check it out. Download Mixtape... Read more
September 20, 2011 Audio, Mixes
Phonte – The Life of Kings ft Evidence & Big K.R.I.T.

Phonte – The Life of Kings ft Evidence & Big K.R.I.T.

Phonte, Evidence and Big K.R.I.T. on one soulful track. Nuff said. Check out The Life of Kings. Phonte's new album, Charity Starts at Home, hits stores on 9/27. Click here to download.... Read more
September 20, 2011 Audio
Childish Gambino – Bonfire

Childish Gambino – Bonfire

Fresh off his performance at Rock The Bells, Childish Gambino dropped a snippet of the first single from his upcoming album last week.  Here's the full version.  Check out Bonfire. Bonfire by Childish Gambino... Read more
September 19, 2011 Audio
Here’s some new Phonte produced by 9th Wonder. You know what it is. Check out The Good Fight.

Here’s some new Phonte produced by 9th Wonder. You know what it is. Check out The Good Fight.

Phonte's new album, Charity Starts at Home drops on 9/27, the same release date as new albums from J. Cole, 9th Wonder and Evidence.  It's going to be a super Tuesday for hip-hop. Click here to download.  ... Read more
September 18, 2011 Audio
DJ Premier Listens to ElMatic’s Remakes of His Tracks from Illmatic (Video)

DJ Premier Listens to ElMatic’s Remakes of His Tracks from Illmatic (Video)

Here's a really dope interview of DJ Premier where he listens to and discusses ElzHi's ElMatic tracks that were recreations of the tracks DJ Premier produced for Illmatic (New York State of Mind, Represent and Memory Lane).  In addition to giving his thoughts on the ElMatic tracks, Primo gives some... Read more
September 16, 2011 Video
Statik Selektah – Play the Game ft Big K.R.I.T. and Freddie Gibbs

Statik Selektah – Play the Game ft Big K.R.I.T. and Freddie Gibbs

Big K.R.I.T. and Gangsta Gibbs collaborate on the latest track from Statik Selektah. Check out Play the Game from Statik Selektah's upcoming Population Control album (stream-only).... Read more
September 16, 2011 Audio
Frank Ocean – Swim Good (Video)

Frank Ocean – Swim Good (Video)

Here's a new video from Frank Ocean's stellar Nostalgia, Ultra album.  Check out Swim Good. http://vimeo.com/29085815... Read more
September 16, 2011 Mixes, Video
OutKast is reuniting??? It’s not certain but their recent signing to Epic Records is a strong signal that some new spaceagehiphopfunk music is coming soon. Until then, here’s an OutKast video playlist as a reminder of just how dope they are.

OutKast is reuniting??? It’s not certain but their recent signing to Epic Records is a strong signal that some new spaceagehiphopfunk music is coming soon. Until then, here’s an OutKast video playlist as a reminder of just how dope they are.

You'll find songs by OutKast as well as a couple of their guest appearances. Check it out. Also, here's a link to an article that details their rumored signing to Epic. A lot of their videos have been pulled from YouTube, so we've added a few more below.... Read more
September 16, 2011 Playlists, Video
XV – Hoop Dreams

XV – Hoop Dreams

Here's another solid new song from XV. Check out Hoop Dreams. Click here to download.... Read more
September 15, 2011 Audio
LaVish – Crush on You ft Casey Veggies

LaVish – Crush on You ft Casey Veggies

Here's a cool, laid-back joint with that underground Southern Cali feel to it.  Check out Crush on You by LaVish featuring Casey Veggies. Click here to download.... Read more
September 15, 2011 Audio
Back in the Day: Eminem, Dilated Peoples & Aristotle Wake Up Show Freestyle

Back in the Day: Eminem, Dilated Peoples & Aristotle Wake Up Show Freestyle

Here's a vintage freestyle from the classic Wake Up Show featuring Eminem, Dilated Peoples and Aristotle.  Eminem has that Bad Meets Evil (the song not the group) flow, so it sounds like this one is from the late 90's. This is a gem courtesy of Ruby Hornet.  It's 11 minutes... Read more
September 15, 2011 Audio
Gerald Walker – It’s All Real

Gerald Walker – It’s All Real

Here's another tight song from Gerald Walker. It's a slow, g-funk joint in the vein of some of the more laid back productions you would hear from producers like Daz or DJ Quik, and it features a flow reminiscent of old Freestyle Fellowship. Check out It's All Real. Click here... Read more
September 15, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
Mac Miller – Face The Facts

Mac Miller – Face The Facts

Here's a new track by Mac Miller produced by none other than the legendary DJ Premier. Check out Face the Facts. Click here to download.... Read more
September 15, 2011 Audio
J. Cole – Can’t Get Enough ft Trey Songz (Video)

J. Cole – Can’t Get Enough ft Trey Songz (Video)

Here's the video for J. Cole's collabo with Trey Songz. Check it out.... Read more
September 15, 2011 Video
Curren$y – N.O. Sh*t

Curren$y – N.O. Sh*t

Here's an incredibly soulful joint from Curren$y. Check out N.O. Sh*t. Click here to download.... Read more
September 15, 2011 Audio
J. Cole – Mr. Nice Watch ft Jay-Z

J. Cole – Mr. Nice Watch ft Jay-Z

Here's J. Cole's collabo with Jay-Z from the forthcoming Cole World: The Sideline Story. What do you think? Click here to download. Here's what VIBE had to say about the making of the track: "Although, this wasn’t the original track young Jermaine hoped Jay would lay vocals on. At the... Read more
September 14, 2011 Audio
Asher Roth – Last Man Standing ft Akon (Video)

Asher Roth – Last Man Standing ft Akon (Video)

Here's a really ill video from Asher Roth. The effects on the film make it look like a live action graphic novel (think Sin City). Not lovin' the hook but the verses are tight and the visuals are crazy. Check out Last Man Standing. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tu5mD9Pvrls&feature=player_embedded... Read more
September 14, 2011 Video
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