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Statik Selektah and Termanology drop another hot one. This one is called Still Waiting.

Statik Selektah and Termanology drop another hot one. This one is called Still Waiting.

Statik Selektah and Termanology have come together to form a group called 1982.  By the sounds of the singles their new album sounds like a must have.  Check 'em out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yfWla_4Rgw&feature=player_embedded#! And previously...... Read more
October 8, 2010 Video
The lovely Nicki Minaj blesses the remix of Willow Smith's Whip My Hair. Fire. Check it out.

The lovely Nicki Minaj blesses the remix of Willow Smith's Whip My Hair. Fire. Check it out.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFs-JGyZvHw Click here to download.... Read more
October 6, 2010 Audio
The game is to be told and sold. Check out the Top 8 Reasons Why Rappers Make Better Business Men.

The game is to be told and sold. Check out the Top 8 Reasons Why Rappers Make Better Business Men.

From Digital Music News: Think hip-hop's dead?  Think again: it's the 3rd largest genre - ahead of pop, and behind rock and country.  And, it accounts for more than 1 out of every 10 dollars spent on recorded music, according to the latest S&P Media and Entertainment report (double that... Read more
October 5, 2010 Food for Thought
There was not a lot cracking in hip-hop today so here’s a little insight into the music that has been influencing the biggest star in hip-hop–Jay-Z. It’s not what you would expect.

There was not a lot cracking in hip-hop today so here’s a little insight into the music that has been influencing the biggest star in hip-hop–Jay-Z. It’s not what you would expect.

Ambrosia for heads has been keeping tabs on the recent musical influences of hip-hop's biggest stars.  Over the next few weeks, we will showcase what is moving those driving hip-hop music.  As with many cultural movements, those driving the culture often look to outside influences for their inspiration.  Hip-hop is... Read more
October 5, 2010 Audio, Food for Thought, The Bridge, Video
Kanye West is really killing the game right now. Check out his remix of Power from SNL.

Kanye West is really killing the game right now. Check out his remix of Power from SNL.

Not only did Kanye change his second verse which originally skewered the SNL cast, he also managed to do a scaled down live version of his groundbreaking video. The new verse is dope, but it's a bit surprising that he changed it. Big Brother Hov had no problem looking the... Read more
October 4, 2010 Audio, Video
Speaking of grimy, check out Rick Ross' video for Paid Tha Cost ft Slim Thug

Speaking of grimy, check out Rick Ross' video for Paid Tha Cost ft Slim Thug

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October 3, 2010 Video
Meyhem Lauren is grimy on Got the Fever but he flows over a jazzy soulful track that sounds like it could have come from the "golden age" of the mid-nineties.

Meyhem Lauren is grimy on Got the Fever but he flows over a jazzy soulful track that sounds like it could have come from the "golden age" of the mid-nineties.

Meyhem Lauren - Got the Fever http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gg5cJu1Zcws&feature=player_embedded That grimy flow over smooth jazzy beats kinda reminds me of cats like these: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLVD3uMTX7I http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5nk_J-SQ_4&feature=channel... Read more
October 3, 2010 Video
Nottz drops another hot one with Dontcha Wanna Be (My Neighbor) and he brought Asher Roth to drop a nice 16 bars.

Nottz drops another hot one with Dontcha Wanna Be (My Neighbor) and he brought Asher Roth to drop a nice 16 bars.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=09yAp5d7-PI Click here to download.... Read more
October 3, 2010 Audio
Chris Brown's Deuces remix ft Drake, T.I., Kanye West, Fabolous and Andre 3000 is fire! Get it while you can…

Chris Brown's Deuces remix ft Drake, T.I., Kanye West, Fabolous and Andre 3000 is fire! Get it while you can…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTLjYiiPy1c Click here to download.... Read more
October 3, 2010 Audio
Check out Kanye West's latest called Christian Dior Denim Flow ft Kid Cudi, John Legend, Pusha T, Lloyd Banks and Ryan Leslie

Check out Kanye West's latest called Christian Dior Denim Flow ft Kid Cudi, John Legend, Pusha T, Lloyd Banks and Ryan Leslie

Here's the latest G.O.O.D Friday installment. What do you think? Click here to download.... Read more
October 2, 2010 Audio
You cannot front on this hip-hop medley by Justin Timberlake and Jimmy Fallon (no matter how hard you may want to). Check it out.

You cannot front on this hip-hop medley by Justin Timberlake and Jimmy Fallon (no matter how hard you may want to). Check it out.

There are definitely some corny parts but overall it's just too good: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCxZB6GOtoM&feature=related... Read more
October 1, 2010 Video
Whatever happened to the art of freestyling?

Whatever happened to the art of freestyling?

For most MCs, freestyling means kicking a verse that they've written and nobody's heard...but true freestyling is the art of rhyming straight off the top of the dome.  Newcomer Donnis recently reminded us of the true art of freestyling with this rhyme that he spit on Sirius: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBOeY6C6W4M That inspired... Read more
October 1, 2010 Video
What do you think of N.E.R.D's new track Hypnotize You (produced by Daft Punk)? See the Letterman performance here.

What do you think of N.E.R.D's new track Hypnotize You (produced by Daft Punk)? See the Letterman performance here.

The Neptunes are always ones to push the envelope. They remain consistent in that regard, both with the song and the performance.  Pharrell and Kanye have kept hip-hop alive and kicking over the last 10 years.  Here's N.E.R.D.'s latest chapter: ExternalVideo.969771&w=425&h=350&fv= Props to Daft Punk for the beat.  Looks like... Read more
October 1, 2010 Video
While we're on the G-funk tip, remember when Devin the Dude looked like he would be that next dude after his verse on Dr. Dre's Chronic 2001? He never blew up but he's still dropping bombs. Check out Jus Coolin'.

While we're on the G-funk tip, remember when Devin the Dude looked like he would be that next dude after his verse on Dr. Dre's Chronic 2001? He never blew up but he's still dropping bombs. Check out Jus Coolin'.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ID9hbOQ8-M8 Click here to download.  And, in case you missed the Dr. Dre reference: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6K7dB3T6ho... Read more
October 1, 2010 Audio, The Bridge
The mighty Kurupt shows that G's don't die, they just get smoother in his video for I'm the Man

The mighty Kurupt shows that G's don't die, they just get smoother in his video for I'm the Man

Like his lifestyle, Kurupt's flow has slowed a bit but don't trip.  It's still gangsta... ExternalVideo.969768&w=425&h=350&fv=... Read more
October 1, 2010 Video
Is the J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League the best production team in the game right now? Listen to their breakdown of the making of Rick Ross’ Aston Martin Music.

Is the J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League the best production team in the game right now? Listen to their breakdown of the making of Rick Ross’ Aston Martin Music.

Many fans of Rick Ross know that his best material on his last 3 albums has been courtesy of the J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League.  Key tracks include Maybach Music, Luxury Tax, Magnificent and, most recently, the instant classic Aston Martin Music.  Few people know much about the men behind the boards who... Read more
September 29, 2010 Audio, Video
The mighty Skillz drops his new mixtape Infamous Quotes with Jazzy Jeff and J. Period. Check it out here.

The mighty Skillz drops his new mixtape Infamous Quotes with Jazzy Jeff and J. Period. Check it out here.

Click here to download.  Here's the tracklist:... Read more
September 29, 2010 Mixes
Mickey Factz brings Fat Joe and Bun B with him to Paradise for the remix. Check it out here.

Mickey Factz brings Fat Joe and Bun B with him to Paradise for the remix. Check it out here.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CT2C_uWMs84 Click here to download Mickey Factz' mixtape I'm Better Than You. Here's the tracklist: 1. Diamond Dust (Produced by Mickey Factz) 2. I’m Better Than You Feat. Steve-O (Produced by Don Cannon) 3. Legend (Produced by Precize) 4. Paradise Remix feat. Fat Joe & Bun B (Produced by Precize)... Read more
September 28, 2010 Audio, Mixes
If you're feeling Black Milk, check out Nottz' Blast That. It features a hot Black Milk beat and the Milk man himself.

If you're feeling Black Milk, check out Nottz' Blast That. It features a hot Black Milk beat and the Milk man himself.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMTKVbbnMns Click here to download.... Read more
September 28, 2010 Audio
It's a new day and Omar Akil is bringing a New World Order to Ambrosia for Heads. Check out his remix of Bun B's classic Trill O.G.

It's a new day and Omar Akil is bringing a New World Order to Ambrosia for Heads. Check out his remix of Bun B's classic Trill O.G.

New World Order:  Bun B - Trill O.G. Have you ever played an album to death?  Or have you ever questioned why your favorite artist put that bomb ass song at the end of their CD as the third hidden track (and its untitled at that)?  If you've ever skipped... Read more
September 28, 2010 Audio
New Kanye West: check out So Appalled ft Jay-Z, RZA, Pusha T, Swizz Beats and Cyhi the Prynce.

New Kanye West: check out So Appalled ft Jay-Z, RZA, Pusha T, Swizz Beats and Cyhi the Prynce.

At this rate, is Kanye going to have anything left for the album?  Word on the street is these are just the outtakes.  The best is yet to come... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5FLvOLL_aQ Click here to download.... Read more
September 25, 2010 Audio
Newcomer Shad brings more respect to 2010 for hip-hop. Check out his We, Myself and I video.

Newcomer Shad brings more respect to 2010 for hip-hop. Check out his We, Myself and I video.

This one is visually reminiscent of On to the Next One but the comparisons stop there...unless you think the dope rap/rock collabo also reminds you of this. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5UaQCQoOwc&feature=player_embedded... Read more
September 25, 2010 Video
Nicki Minaj's Right Thru Me is surprising. No gimmicks, no funny voices, just good music…

Nicki Minaj's Right Thru Me is surprising. No gimmicks, no funny voices, just good music…

After the mixtapes and cameos, it's showtime for Nicki Minaj--time for her to show and prove by herself (without Weezy, without Drake, without Robin Thicke...).  From the looks of it, she may just be hip-hop's Lady GaGa:  lots of pomp and circumstance, but also the goods to back it up.  Here's... Read more
September 25, 2010 Audio
Black Milk’s Album of the Year may be the most slept on rap album in 2010.

Black Milk’s Album of the Year may be the most slept on rap album in 2010.

Black Milk's aptly titled Album of the Year is the Detroit producer's 3rd album and he has definitely found his stride.  His beats are so on point that the rhymes are secondary, but once you give them a listen they are also engaging.  You can hear influences ranging from Dre... Read more
September 25, 2010 Audio, Video
DJ Premier is one of the greatest hip-hop producers of all time. Ambrosia for Heads contributor Omar Akil is a Primo scholar and fan. Check out the first installment in his weekly column dedicated to Premier.

DJ Premier is one of the greatest hip-hop producers of all time. Ambrosia for Heads contributor Omar Akil is a Primo scholar and fan. Check out the first installment in his weekly column dedicated to Premier.

PREEM-EAR A DJ Premier track = Rare chopped up sample + ill drum loop + vocal sample as hook (manipulated by turntables). While Preem has never deviated from this formula (in almost 22 years as a producer), his tracks always, always, always sound different and familiar at the same time. ... Read more
September 24, 2010 Food for Thought
Jay-Z's book, Decoded, hits stores on November 16th. Here's a little something to whet your appetite.

Jay-Z's book, Decoded, hits stores on November 16th. Here's a little something to whet your appetite.

Decoded was initially written as an in-depth biography but the word is when it was done it was a little too personal for Hov. So, instead, he opted to release Decoded which is still biographical but more indirectly, as it tells his story in large part by breaking down lyrics... Read more
September 24, 2010 Video
If you like Outkast’s first album or anything from Death Row Records, check out Ab-Soul’s All Feelin’. It’s a return to the funk.

If you like Outkast’s first album or anything from Death Row Records, check out Ab-Soul’s All Feelin’. It’s a return to the funk.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vaerNUTh44 Click here to download. Not feeling the Outkast comparison?  Check this out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4f5VKdK1c3Q... Read more
September 24, 2010 Audio, The Bridge
Marsha Ambrosious' Hope She Cheats on You (With a Basketball Player) was already hot. Maino and Fabolous make it hotter on the remix…

Marsha Ambrosious' Hope She Cheats on You (With a Basketball Player) was already hot. Maino and Fabolous make it hotter on the remix…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aF_B28_DyB8 Click here to download.... Read more
September 24, 2010 Audio
Will Jay-Z be hip-hop’s first billionaire? Check out his one-on-one with billionaire Warren Buffet in Forbes.

Will Jay-Z be hip-hop’s first billionaire? Check out his one-on-one with billionaire Warren Buffet in Forbes.

Here's the full interview between hip-hop's richest entertainer and Warren Buffet, one of the wealthiest people in the world. Click here to read the article.... Read more
September 23, 2010 Food for Thought, Video
Heard a lot about Jay Electronica but don't know much about him? This interview is a crash course on the man behind the mic.

Heard a lot about Jay Electronica but don't know much about him? This interview is a crash course on the man behind the mic.

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September 22, 2010 Video
Bruno Mars has got talent. Beautiful Girls was just the beginning. Check out Liquor Store Blues ft Damian Marley.

Bruno Mars has got talent. Beautiful Girls was just the beginning. Check out Liquor Store Blues ft Damian Marley.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JMHiFGnQOgU Bruno recently performed at the Bowery Ballroom in New York and killed it.  His album, Doo-Wops & Hooligans, drops on October 5th.  Click here to download the track.... Read more
September 22, 2010 Audio
Not a fan of Gucci Mane? Haterade ft Pharrell and Nicki Minaj just might change your mind. Don't hate…

Not a fan of Gucci Mane? Haterade ft Pharrell and Nicki Minaj just might change your mind. Don't hate…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCOFUCbG6gE... Read more
September 22, 2010 Audio
Kanye West continues to be G.O.O.D. to his fans. This week's track is Lord Lord Lord ft Mos Def, Swizz Beats, Raekwon and Charlie Wilson.

Kanye West continues to be G.O.O.D. to his fans. This week's track is Lord Lord Lord ft Mos Def, Swizz Beats, Raekwon and Charlie Wilson.

This track is built on a 70's funk jam.  It's different from anything Kanye has done in a long while.  Check it out for yourself here.... Read more
September 20, 2010 Audio
50 Cent's new joint They Burn Me sounds like its from The Massacre era…

50 Cent's new joint They Burn Me sounds like its from The Massacre era…

...but it's an outtake from Before I Self Destruct.  Still, it's vintage 50. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ks07DTvThAA Click here to listen and download.... Read more
September 20, 2010 Audio
The mighty Mos Def performs 2 new songs, Travellin' Man and 24 Hour Karate School/Workers Comp. Check out the videos.

The mighty Mos Def performs 2 new songs, Travellin' Man and 24 Hour Karate School/Workers Comp. Check out the videos.

http://www.vimeo.com/15004800 http://www.vimeo.com/15012475... Read more
September 20, 2010 Video
How could people miss the fact that Kanye's of Runaway at the VMAs was not celebrating assholes but lamenting the fact that he can be one sometimes?

How could people miss the fact that Kanye's of Runaway at the VMAs was not celebrating assholes but lamenting the fact that he can be one sometimes?

[vodpod id=ExternalVideo.967958&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%253D571850%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A571850 The point is pretty clear if you take some time to really listen to the song. His advice for people with assholes?  Runaway... Click here to download.... Read more
September 17, 2010 Audio
Check out J. Cole's interview with the Smoking Section. This one is more about beats than rhymes.

Check out J. Cole's interview with the Smoking Section. This one is more about beats than rhymes.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-od9foCWRQE&feature=player_embedded During the interview he talks about beats he wishes he made.  One was Xxxplosive by Dr. Dre and the other was Raekwon's Ice Cream.  He specifically mentions how genius the sample use was on Ice Cream.  Check out the Chef's classic and the sample below.  The sample is from... Read more
September 17, 2010 Video
Jae Millz' new joint It's On is a nice way to get the weekend started early.

Jae Millz' new joint It's On is a nice way to get the weekend started early.

http://www.vimeo.com/14993088... Read more
September 17, 2010 Video
DJ Brans – Worldwide ft M-Dot & Armageddon

DJ Brans – Worldwide ft M-Dot & Armageddon

Here's a hot new joint by DJ Brans featuring M-Dot & Armageddon.  It's got that BOOM BAP and lyrics to go.  Check out the video for Worldwide. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1WrSyMOX3o Click here to download.  ... Read more
September 15, 2010 Audio, TV
Naledge from Kidz in the Hall just dropped his Twenty Something Mixtape. Check it out here.

Naledge from Kidz in the Hall just dropped his Twenty Something Mixtape. Check it out here.

Below is one of the tracks, Player of the Century, featuring Freddie Gibbs: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eK19RKYVaFw Click here to download the mixtape.  Track list is below:... Read more
September 12, 2010 Mixes
Diggy Simmons is legit. People will not look at him as Run's son for long (if they even do now…). Check out his new AIRBORNE mixtape.

Diggy Simmons is legit. People will not look at him as Run's son for long (if they even do now…). Check out his new AIRBORNE mixtape.

Diggy burst onto the scene last Winter with his Made You Look freestyle over Nas' classic track.  Six months later and he's dropping his own mixtape with the likes of Raekwon, Lupe Fiasco and Pharrell.  The future is looking bright for the rap legacy of the Simmons family.  Click here... Read more
September 12, 2010 Mixes
Kanye West continues G.O.O.D. Fridays with…G.O.O.D. Friday ft Charlie Wilson, Common, Pusha T, Big Sean & KiD CuDi

Kanye West continues G.O.O.D. Fridays with…G.O.O.D. Friday ft Charlie Wilson, Common, Pusha T, Big Sean & KiD CuDi

Click here to download.... Read more
September 12, 2010 Audio
Speaking of great Snoop Dogg classics, check out John Legend and The Roots’ take on Little Ghetto Boy.

Speaking of great Snoop Dogg classics, check out John Legend and The Roots’ take on Little Ghetto Boy.

This one is off the full album collabo between John Legend and The Roots that will be dropping on 9/21.  The album is all covers of soul classics from the 60s and 70s that have a political theme. ExternalVideo.967034&w=425&h=350&fv=videoId%3D604473945001%26amp%3BplayerID%3D10172910001%26amp%3BplayerKey%3DAQ%252E%252E%2CAAAAAAAA5vE%252E%2CEeb-O-20Rk8OOHarFBBmNsbiBU9ieS50%26amp%3Bdomain%3Dembed%26amp%3BdynamicStreaming%3Dtrue Here's Dr. Dre's Lil Ghetto Boy from the Chronic featuring Snoop... Read more
September 10, 2010 The Bridge, Video
Curren$y continues to step up his game with 4 Hours & 20 Minutes (Ride to H-Town).

Curren$y continues to step up his game with 4 Hours & 20 Minutes (Ride to H-Town).

Fans of Snoop D-O double G will instantly get the reference Curren$y spits in the first line he drops on 4 Hours & 20 Minutes.  It's just one of the many things about him that remind you of the Doggfather (and the mighty Kurupt).  Check out the video and judge... Read more
September 10, 2010 Video
Statik Selektah is known for dropping classic mixtapes but now he is dropping singles. Check out 1982 ft Bun B

Statik Selektah is known for dropping classic mixtapes but now he is dropping singles. Check out 1982 ft Bun B

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TRzymRKa3Y&feature=player_embedded And, in case you're not familiar with Statik Selektah's mixtapes, check out The Look of Love, the tribute to J. Dilla he did with Q-Tip a few years ago.  It's vintage Dilla.  Click here to download the mixtape.  The tracklist is below: 01 - Q-Tip - One Love Intro... Read more
September 8, 2010 Mixes, Video
Hip-hop may not be dead but vinyl officially is. The legendary Fat Beats record store closed on 9/4/10. Check out DJ Premier's tribute.

Hip-hop may not be dead but vinyl officially is. The legendary Fat Beats record store closed on 9/4/10. Check out DJ Premier's tribute.

The art of DJ'ing lives on through Serato, but for purists who prefer vinyl things just got a little tougher.  Fat Beats record store was a staple of hip-hop in NYC (as well as in LA and Amsterdam) and it closed its doors forever (or at least in that location...)... Read more
September 8, 2010 Video
Kanye West has the best digital game on the planet! Between what he said on twitter today and Devil in a New Dress nobody is touching him.

Kanye West has the best digital game on the planet! Between what he said on twitter today and Devil in a New Dress nobody is touching him.

If you didn't see what Kanye West wrote on Twitter today, click here.  It's incredible.  It shows the intelligence, maturity and evolution of one of the greatest artists of the last decade.  Given all the celebrity gaffes on Twitter, he is showing its Power, as well.  That's not where it... Read more
September 5, 2010 Audio, Food for Thought
Nipsey Hussle gets his "gangsta Drake" impression on in Grind Mode. G's need love too though…

Nipsey Hussle gets his "gangsta Drake" impression on in Grind Mode. G's need love too though…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZQnpM5zzmE Click here to download.... Read more
September 4, 2010 Audio
Gotta support the homie B.o.B. He is a true artist (in any genre). Check out his MTV Unplugged performance.

Gotta support the homie B.o.B. He is a true artist (in any genre). Check out his MTV Unplugged performance.

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September 4, 2010 Video
Chris Brown and Tyga's mixtape Fan of a Fan has been out for a minute but if you missed it, it's surprisingly good.

Chris Brown and Tyga's mixtape Fan of a Fan has been out for a minute but if you missed it, it's surprisingly good.

Click here to download.  Of course it features, Deuces which has quietly become one of the biggest songs of the Summer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9RUSRxTpI80&ob=av2e... Read more
September 3, 2010 Audio, Mixes, Video
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