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Sir Michael Rocks of The Cool Kids dropped a really hot mixtape in March. Here’s a new video for Livin’ It Up, one of the toughest joints on the mixtape.

Sir Michael Rocks of The Cool Kids dropped a really hot mixtape in March. Here’s a new video for Livin’ It Up, one of the toughest joints on the mixtape.

It's a Cool Kids/JETS collabo with Sir Michael and  Trademark Da Skydiver going in on a super soulful track.  Check it out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUh4DNHbSnU&feature=player_embedded Click here to listen to and download the mixtape, The Rocks Report.... Read more
May 19, 2011 Video
Here’s a cool little short film on Big Boi called The Crown Life.

Here’s a cool little short film on Big Boi called The Crown Life.

As the name suggests, it's brought to you by Crown Royal (with product placements aplenty) but it's actually a well done behind the scenes look.  They do justice to the often underrated and too little celebrated other half of OutKast.  Check it out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kZehIu2--I&feature=player_embedded... Read more
May 18, 2011 Video
Pete Rock teams with Smiff-N-Wessun, Sean Price and Styles P to bring some new heat from some familiar names.

Pete Rock teams with Smiff-N-Wessun, Sean Price and Styles P to bring some new heat from some familiar names.

Check out That's Hard. The Pete Rock/Smiff-N-Wessun album, Monumental, drops on 6/28.... Read more
May 18, 2011 Audio
Termanology ft Joell Ortiz, Bun B, Saigon and Freeway…Nuff said.

Termanology ft Joell Ortiz, Bun B, Saigon and Freeway…Nuff said.

Check out the remix to Say It. Click here to download.... Read more
May 17, 2011 Audio
You know Kendrick Lamar’s music but what do you know about the man?

You know Kendrick Lamar’s music but what do you know about the man?

Here's a cool little interview giving some insight into his mental. Check it out.  Props to Ruby Hornet for the clip. http://vimeo.com/23803454 Click here for more from Kendrick Lamar.... Read more
May 17, 2011 Video
Diz Gibran has been dropping some burners lately.

Diz Gibran has been dropping some burners lately.

His last joint, The Return, was so tight, it was the lead off on our latest mix.  This latest song  is called Slick.  Diz's flow on the track is reminiscent of the late, great Big L.  Check it out. Click here to download.  Peep the Big L comparison: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bHnT1WSfVf0... Read more
May 17, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
Dom Kennedy brings you some more of that new G-Funk with Designer Sh*t.

Dom Kennedy brings you some more of that new G-Funk with Designer Sh*t.

Check out the video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89u_GEsFcpM&feature=player_embedded This is from The Original Dom Kennedy mixtape. If you haven't gotten it already, do yourself a favor and scoop it here.... Read more
May 17, 2011 Video
The Kid Daytona dropped one of the hottest mixtapes of 2010. Here’s a video for one of the best songs off the mixtape: Padma (So Buttery).

The Kid Daytona dropped one of the hottest mixtapes of 2010. Here’s a video for one of the best songs off the mixtape: Padma (So Buttery).

Check it out. Click here to download The Interlude mixtape.  And here's the live version of Padma (So Buttery) from BET's 106 & Park. He did it big with a band. Peep the contrast. http://vimeo.com/20573254... Read more
May 17, 2011 Video
Kendrick Lamar gets his best Wiz Khalifa flow on. Check out this behind the scenes video.

Kendrick Lamar gets his best Wiz Khalifa flow on. Check out this behind the scenes video.

Not sure if this was made for public consumption but it looks like he was having fun and his impersonation is kinda dope... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRv4U1TUynY&feature=player_embedded... Read more
May 17, 2011 Video
Slim Thug has been on his grustle lately. He ripped verses for both E-40 and Big K.R.I.T. last month, and here’s a new solo joint from him.

Slim Thug has been on his grustle lately. He ripped verses for both E-40 and Big K.R.I.T. last month, and here’s a new solo joint from him.

Check out the video for Miss Mary. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7ijfibMf9I&feature=player_embedded Click here for That Candy Paint from E-40 ft Slim Thug and Bun B and click here for Big K.R.I.T.'s Now or Neva remix ft Slim.... Read more
May 16, 2011 Video
If Pusha T doesn’t win mixtape of the year, he definitely gets the award for most videos for a mixtape.

If Pusha T doesn’t win mixtape of the year, he definitely gets the award for most videos for a mixtape.

Here's Blow, video #3 from the Fear of God mixtape.... Read more
May 16, 2011 Video
Last week Elzhi dropped his incredible tribute to Nas’ Illmatic. Here’s a cool video that tells how it went down.

Last week Elzhi dropped his incredible tribute to Nas’ Illmatic. Here’s a cool video that tells how it went down.

Check it out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jl-T7RPUT6M&feature=player_embedded If you haven't downloaded ELmatic yet, click here.  It's a monster.... Read more
May 16, 2011 Video
E-40’s That Candy Paint ft Slim Thug & Bun B is one of the strongest songs on his new album. Check out the new video

E-40’s That Candy Paint ft Slim Thug & Bun B is one of the strongest songs on his new album. Check out the new video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FwGUdiIjROg&feature=player_embedded... Read more
May 15, 2011 Video
Here’s the latest installment of New World (Au)der where we re-order the tracks of great albums for your listening pleasure.

Here’s the latest installment of New World (Au)der where we re-order the tracks of great albums for your listening pleasure.

This edition takes on Joell Ortiz's Free Agent album.  I've had this (Au)der sitting around, waiting to get flipped for a minute. Don't ask me why, but "BIG PUN'S BACK" (NOT on FREE AGENT) feels like the perfect time to do it. Marinate on that, then blow the dust off... Read more
May 15, 2011 Audio, Food for Thought
“I’d like to know. Are you really ready for some super dynamite soul?” This week’s Soul Cooking playlist (where we explore soul, funk and other music that has influenced hip-hop) is dedicated to the one and only James Brown.

“I’d like to know. Are you really ready for some super dynamite soul?” This week’s Soul Cooking playlist (where we explore soul, funk and other music that has influenced hip-hop) is dedicated to the one and only James Brown.

No discussion about Soul and hip-hop is complete without mentioning James Brown. He has been sampled more than any other artist and his impact cannot be overstated. He really needs no introduction (other than the one above).  This playlist starts out with a groove and just gets funkier and funkier... Read more
May 14, 2011 Audio, Playlists
King Mez’s new video is called Something’s Missing. Whatever’s missing, it’s definitely not lyrics.

King Mez’s new video is called Something’s Missing. Whatever’s missing, it’s definitely not lyrics.

Check out the video.... Read more
May 14, 2011 Video
Here’s a hot new Summer joint from DJ Khaled ft Drake, Rick Ross and Lil Wayne.

Here’s a hot new Summer joint from DJ Khaled ft Drake, Rick Ross and Lil Wayne.

Check out I'm On One.  Get ready to hear this one for a long time.... Read more
May 14, 2011 Audio
Sade has inspired some dope hip-hop performances lately. Killa Kyleon murders the Soldier beat.

Sade has inspired some dope hip-hop performances lately. Killa Kyleon murders the Soldier beat.

Check out the video.  And, if you missed it, click here to check out Sade's first ever collaboration, The Moon & The Sky, featuring Jay-Z. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6YGhItoxszw&feature=player_embedded... Read more
May 14, 2011 Video
Chuuwee continues to impress. Star Fox is another lush track with quality lyrics.

Chuuwee continues to impress. Star Fox is another lush track with quality lyrics.

Check it out. Click here to download.  Click here for more Chuuwee.... Read more
May 14, 2011 Audio
Rapper Big Pooh and WarrenJae spit some flame on a track with a funked up riff on the Herb Alpert bass line featured on Biggie’s Hypnotize.

Rapper Big Pooh and WarrenJae spit some flame on a track with a funked up riff on the Herb Alpert bass line featured on Biggie’s Hypnotize.

Check out Live. Click here to download Live.  This is from WarrenJae's solid mixtape, titled The Dreamcatcher, which you can listen to and download here.  Here's the Biggie joint: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypP8sMHo74Y And, here's Herb Alpert's original, Rise (the sample kicks in around 3:15): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ennMD1fPtXA... Read more
May 14, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
Here’s a hot previously unreleased joint from Prodigy called P Against the World.

Here’s a hot previously unreleased joint from Prodigy called P Against the World.

Check it out. Click here to download.  If you're feeling this, you might also enjoy these, courtesy of the mighty NahRight.... Read more
May 13, 2011 Audio
Just Blaze is known but he does not often get his props as being 1 of the all time great producers. He is the subject of the latest installment of our Producer Series playlists. You’ll hear Joe Budden, Beanie Sigel, Cam’ron, Freeway, Kanye, Jay Electronica, The Game, Nas, Scarface, Saigon and of course lots of Jay-Z.

Just Blaze is known but he does not often get his props as being 1 of the all time great producers. He is the subject of the latest installment of our Producer Series playlists. You’ll hear Joe Budden, Beanie Sigel, Cam’ron, Freeway, Kanye, Jay Electronica, The Game, Nas, Scarface, Saigon and of course lots of Jay-Z.

Just Blaze's first producer credits were in 1999 but he really caught people's attention in 2000 when he laced Jay-Z with his classic Streets is Talking track. A year later, Just Blaze and another promising young producer named Kanye West combined to produce 9 out of the 15 tracks on... Read more
May 12, 2011 Audio, Playlists
Curren$y dropped the single for #JetsGo last week. Here’s the video.

Curren$y dropped the single for #JetsGo last week. Here’s the video.

Check it out.... Read more
May 12, 2011 Video
Kidz in the Hall have been giving out Brain Candy for the last several weeks. Here’s their new Semester Abroad mixtape which features all of the Brain Candy songs and some other treats.

Kidz in the Hall have been giving out Brain Candy for the last several weeks. Here’s their new Semester Abroad mixtape which features all of the Brain Candy songs and some other treats.

You'll find songs featuring Curren$y, Tabi Bonney, Smoke DZA, The Kid Daytona and more.  Listen to the whole mixtape and download it below. SEMESTER ABROAD "INSPIRED BY THE BRAIN CANDY SERIES" by double_0 Click here to download.... Read more
May 12, 2011 Audio, Mixes
Saigon just dropped the video for his song Clap off his album The Greatest Story Never Told.

Saigon just dropped the video for his song Clap off his album The Greatest Story Never Told.

Just Blaze is on the track and Faith Evans is on the hook. It's a great song from an even better album. Check it out.... Read more
May 11, 2011 Video
Focus’ free album is here. With songs featuring Phonte, Rapper Big Pooh, Nottz and more, what’s not to like?

Focus’ free album is here. With songs featuring Phonte, Rapper Big Pooh, Nottz and more, what’s not to like?

Listen to the whole album, Music of the Misinterpreted, and download it below. Music of the Misinterpreted by Focus...... Read more
May 11, 2011 Audio, Mixes
EDO.G has been dropping nothing but HEAT the last few weeks. Here’s some more.

EDO.G has been dropping nothing but HEAT the last few weeks. Here’s some more.

Check out the video for Stop It. Ed's album, A Face in the Crowd, drops on 5/17. It's sounding like a winner. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qU6gasWau4I&feature=player_embedded... Read more
May 11, 2011 Video
Talib Kweli blesses Clyde Carson with a verse on U & I. The track has a funky laid back West Coast feel to it.

Talib Kweli blesses Clyde Carson with a verse on U & I. The track has a funky laid back West Coast feel to it.

Check it out. Click here to download.  Talib sounds good on these West Coast tracks.  Remember this one? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEkHSPgySuM... Read more
May 11, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
Curren$y’s mixtape with The Alchemist, Covert Coup, is one of the best of the year.

Curren$y’s mixtape with The Alchemist, Covert Coup, is one of the best of the year.

Here's the video for Blood, Sweat and Gears from that project. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL_QXrYrOzY&feature=player_embedded Click here to download the Covert Coup mixtape.... Read more
May 10, 2011 Video
Need lyricism? Look no further than ScienZe’s new EP titled Simply Aesthetic.

Need lyricism? Look no further than ScienZe’s new EP titled Simply Aesthetic.

Clever lyrics, cool flow, quality message.  Nuff said.  Listen to the whole EP and download it below. Simply Aesthetic EP by ScienZe... Read more
May 10, 2011 Audio
TechN9ne adds to the long list of solid Toca Tuesday Freestyles.

TechN9ne adds to the long list of solid Toca Tuesday Freestyles.

This one was clearly a written verse, as are most "freestyles" these days, but it's still dope (even with a flub). Check it out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOd0duXL7UI&feature=player_embedded# Click here for more Toca Tuesday Freestyles.... Read more
May 10, 2011 Video
Would you believe it to be possible to have someone remake Illmatic and have it be INCREDIBLE?

Would you believe it to be possible to have someone remake Illmatic and have it be INCREDIBLE?

That's exactly what Elzhi has done with ELmatic.  Let's be clear.  Illmatic is a one of a kind classic.  BUT, Elzhi has written new rhymes for the songs and producer Will Sessions has updated the tracks, often with live instruments, and it is shockingly good (especially since I was fully... Read more
May 10, 2011 Audio, Mixes
Here’s another ill sample. Check out how Nottz flips this classic Queen track for Pusha T.

Here’s another ill sample. Check out how Nottz flips this classic Queen track for Pusha T.

Here's the video for Pusha T's Open Your Eyes.  This is another one from Pusha T's stellar Fear of God mixtape. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZwAgHmcj2s&feature=player_embedded Here's the Queen classic: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJ9rUzIMcZQ... Read more
May 10, 2011 The Bridge, Video
Curren$y and newcomer Celeb Forever jump on one of Lenny Kravitz’s most psychadelic soulful tracks.

Curren$y and newcomer Celeb Forever jump on one of Lenny Kravitz’s most psychadelic soulful tracks.

Check out Alive. Click here to download.  Here's the Lenny Kravitz track: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=StF5rMCrV3w... Read more
May 10, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
Pac Div comes with some of that new G-Funk on Rollin’. This one BUMPS.

Pac Div comes with some of that new G-Funk on Rollin’. This one BUMPS.

Check out the video. http://vimeo.com/23463398 This joint is off Pac Div's Don't Mention It mixtape which DEFINITELY deserves mentioning. If you don't have it already, listen to the whole thing and download it below. Download Mixtape... Read more
May 9, 2011 Audio, Mixes, Video
Prodigy jumps on a grimy joint with Ox, a fellow Queens MC. The track is very fitting for a Mobb Deep vocal.

Prodigy jumps on a grimy joint with Ox, a fellow Queens MC. The track is very fitting for a Mobb Deep vocal.

Check out Killer Squad. Click here to download.... Read more
May 9, 2011 Audio
There was a long video clip of Kanye West’s Coachella performance floating around a few weeks ago. Here’s the audio for the full performance.

There was a long video clip of Kanye West’s Coachella performance floating around a few weeks ago. Here’s the audio for the full performance.

Check it out. Click here to download.  The full video is rumored to be dropping soon.  Check out this 48 minute clip in the meantime, if you missed it.... Read more
May 9, 2011 Audio, Mixes
Here’s the last installment of Kidz in the Hall’s Brain Candy series. The mixtape drops on Thursday.

Here’s the last installment of Kidz in the Hall’s Brain Candy series. The mixtape drops on Thursday.

Check out the video tease and full song for Playground. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CpCw3nuJfyg Click here to download.... Read more
May 9, 2011 Audio, Video
EDO.G’s album is sounding like it’s going to be really strong.

EDO.G’s album is sounding like it’s going to be really strong.

His first single, Fast Lane, was a vintage cut produced by DJ Premier.  This follow up, produced by Statik Selektah, is another banger.  Check out Speak Ur Mind ft M-1.  Ed's album, A Face in the Crowd, drops on 5/17. Click here to download.... Read more
May 9, 2011 Audio
Big Sean makes the most of this No I.D. beat. Check out I Do It.

Big Sean makes the most of this No I.D. beat. Check out I Do It.

This one comes by way of Whoo Kid's mix show. Click here to download.... Read more
May 8, 2011 Audio
Happy Mother’s Day to the moms out there. You are appreciated.

Happy Mother’s Day to the moms out there. You are appreciated.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdI8SfMHuxs&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNcloTmvTeA... Read more
May 8, 2011 Video
Check out this preview of a MONSTER new track from Detox, set to 24/7-like visuals of Shane Mosley and Manny Pacquiao. The song is called Die Hard. It’s about to go down…

Check out this preview of a MONSTER new track from Detox, set to 24/7-like visuals of Shane Mosley and Manny Pacquiao. The song is called Die Hard. It’s about to go down…

Check out this preview of a MONSTER new track from Detox, set to 24/7-like visuals of Shane Mosley and Manny Pacquiao.  The song is called Die Hard.  It's about to go down...... Read more
May 7, 2011 Video
Here’s a new video from Kev Brown and Kaimbr. Check out Go Green.

Here’s a new video from Kev Brown and Kaimbr. Check out Go Green.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9vzDcttIE4&feature=player_embedded Click here to download a mixtape of Kev Brown classics.... Read more
May 7, 2011 Video
Ready for Summer? This week’s Soul Cooking playlist features the kind of soul and funk music you might hear at a Summer BBQ in the early 80′s. You’ll find songs like Cutie Pie, Rock Creek Park, Watching You, Single Life, Rumors, Double Dutch Bus and more.

Ready for Summer? This week’s Soul Cooking playlist features the kind of soul and funk music you might hear at a Summer BBQ in the early 80′s. You’ll find songs like Cutie Pie, Rock Creek Park, Watching You, Single Life, Rumors, Double Dutch Bus and more.

Just press play, sit back and here it is, the groove, slightly transformed...... Read more
May 7, 2011 Audio, Playlists
Phil Ade has been paying tribute to a lot of artists from the 90’s in his PhilAdeFridays series. This week he jumps on De La Soul’s classic Breakadawn track.

Phil Ade has been paying tribute to a lot of artists from the 90’s in his PhilAdeFridays series. This week he jumps on De La Soul’s classic Breakadawn track.

Check it out. Click here to download.   And, here's De La's version: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=udSjNOZ26o8... Read more
May 7, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
Freddie Gibbs tells a stark story about the consequences of growing up too fast in Way 2 Fast.

Freddie Gibbs tells a stark story about the consequences of growing up too fast in Way 2 Fast.

It's a serious tone for a serious subject. Check it out. Click here to download.  Below is what Gangsta Gibbs had to say about Way 2 Fast, and if you want to hear more storytelling raps, check out this playlist.  From Freddie Gibbs: “The song is basically a true story.... Read more
May 6, 2011 Audio
Here’s a mix to take you into your weekend and beyond…You’ll find new music featuring Curren$y, Big K.R.I.T., Kendrick Lamar, Jean Grae, Talib Kweli, Styles P, DJ Quik, Wiz Khalifa, Rapper Big Pooh, Stalley, Wale, Devin the Dude, J. Cole, Mobb Deep, EDO.G, Eminem, Royce Da 5’9″ and more.

Here’s a mix to take you into your weekend and beyond…You’ll find new music featuring Curren$y, Big K.R.I.T., Kendrick Lamar, Jean Grae, Talib Kweli, Styles P, DJ Quik, Wiz Khalifa, Rapper Big Pooh, Stalley, Wale, Devin the Dude, J. Cole, Mobb Deep, EDO.G, Eminem, Royce Da 5’9″ and more.

There's been a lot of good music released in the last few weeks. Here's just a taste.  It starts off laid back and soulful and finishes with that boom bap. Check it out. Ambrosia For Heads LONS Mix by Parfit... Read more
May 6, 2011 Audio
Fresh off his incredible album Returnof4eva, Big K.R.I.T. is still dropping hot new music.

Fresh off his incredible album Returnof4eva, Big K.R.I.T. is still dropping hot new music.

This is more uptempo than most of the cuts on Returnof4eva. Check out Pop A Bottle ft $upaMane. Click here to download. And, click here to download Returnof4eva, arguably the best rap album to drop so far this year.... Read more
May 5, 2011 Audio
Remember the magic DMX and Swizz Beatz used to make together? Here’s a new one to add to their discography.

Remember the magic DMX and Swizz Beatz used to make together? Here’s a new one to add to their discography.

I'm not saying it's where they used to be, but DMX is GOING HARD like he hasn't in a looong time. Check out Get Your Money Up. Click here to download. And, in case you forgot how hard they used to go, check these out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThlhSnRk21E http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMRXGnGrHak... Read more
May 4, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
Mobb Deep is back with a solid new track. Check out Must Go Hard.

Mobb Deep is back with a solid new track. Check out Must Go Hard.

Click here to download.  Also, click here for an incredible article on the making of Mobb Deep's The Infamous album.... Read more
May 4, 2011 Audio
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