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Here’s Some Previously Unreleased D’Angelo That Will Get You Jonesing for More (Audio)

Few artists have had such a huge impact on music with such a small catalog of recordings as D'Angelo. Both Brown Sugar and Voodoo are revered and considered by many to be classics but, sadly, D has not released a new album since 2000. That will change (sorta) next week... Read more

March 21, 2014 Throwback

Black Thought Hops on a Track with Truck North and Wrecks Shop…As Usual (Audio)

It's been more than 2 years since the last Roots album (though 1 is on deck for this year), so any new verse from Black Thought is a treat these days. Thought hops on a new track with Truck North and does what he does...wreck shop. Check out Visions Polarized... Read more

March 20, 2014 Audio

Crooked I Destroys Another Track and Snow Tha Product Does Too…(Audio)

Few MCs (not named Joe, Royce or Joell) can hold their own on a track with Crooked I. Add Snow Tha Product to the list of those that can...The up and coming fellow Cali MC goes bar for bar with Crook and wrecks shop. This is Not for the Weak... Read more

March 18, 2014 Audio

Big Boi Flows Over a Classic Stevie Wonder Track on the Lastest Mashup Monday (Audio)

Big Boi has been re-working classics for the last several weeks as part of his Mashup Mondays series. He's flowed over tracks from Shalamar, Blue Oyster Cult, A-Ha and more. His latest foray is a re-interpretation of his song She Hates Me, featuring Kid CuDi, using Stevie Wonder's Part-Time Lover.... Read more

March 17, 2014 Audio

50 Cent is Not Worried About Leaving His Label. Here’s Another Banger (Audio)

Since leaving Interscope/Aftermath/Shady Records, 50 Cent has been stepping up his music game. After releasing the hard-hitting Hold On last week, he's back with another hot track. Check out Don't Worry 'Bout It, featuring Yo Gotti (with tags). Related: What Does the Newly Independent 50 Cent Sound Like? Hungry…(Audio)... Read more

March 17, 2014 Audio

Jhene Aiko Celebrates Her Birthday with an Afternoon Dream (Audio)

Jhene Aiko celebrated her 26th trip around the sun on 3/16. Though it was her birthday, she was the one giving gifts, releasing a new song. Check out the aptly-titled My Afternoon Dream. Related: Jhene Aiko & Kendrick Lamar Stay Ready On The Latest Link (Audio)... Read more

March 17, 2014 Audio

Here’s a Playlist Celebrating the Life & Legacy of the 1 and Only Nate Dogg (Audio)

As we celebrate the life and legacy of Nate Dogg on the 3rd anniversary of his passing, here's a playlist of some of the many jewels he dropped on the Hip-Hop nation. Press play, sit back and vibe out to the sounds of Hip-Hop's greatest hook man. Related: RIP Nate... Read more

March 15, 2014 Throwback

Slaughterhouse Perform an 8-Minute Cypher on Sway in the Morning (Audio)

Slaughterhouse stopped by Sway in the Morning at SXSW and got into a spirited conversation about the importance of knowing and celebrating Hip-Hop history. At the end of the interview, they took it back to the essence, participating in an 8-minute cypher of a capella bars. Check it out. Part... Read more

March 15, 2014 Audio

Prince Has a New Girl in Zooey Deschanel (Audio)

Fans who saw Prince's appearance on Zooey Deschanel's New Girl after the Super Bowl may remember the quick preview of FallInLuv2Nite, their duet together. The pair have released the full song, which you can hear below. With the New Girl appearance and the Arsenio interview, Prince has been in the... Read more

March 14, 2014 Audio

What Does the Newly Independent 50 Cent Sound Like? Hungry…(Audio)

50 Cent is the biggest artist in Hip-Hop in quite some time to go the independent route. After announcing his new album will be called Animal Ambition, 50 releases a new track, and he sounds hungry. Check out Hold On. Related: The First Post-Shady Records Look From 50 Cent Pays... Read more

March 14, 2014 Audio

Freddie Gibbs Calls Jeezy a “Wannabe JAY-Z” on His Real Diss Record (Audio)

If you ever had any questions about how Freddie Gibbs feels about Young Jeezy since leaving his CTE label, he lays it out in scathing detail in this new Jeezy diss record produced by Madlib. The track is called "Real" and Gibbs holds nothing back, calling Jeezy a wannabe Jay... Read more

March 12, 2014 Audio

DJ Marley Marl Details What Started the Wars Between BDP & The Juice Crew (Video)

DJ Marley Marl has been speaking about the early days of Hip-Hop, lately. He recently sat down on The Juan Epstein show, as well as with Mister Cee, and spoke on everything from working with artists like Big Daddy Kane, Kool G. Rap and LL Cool J, to how the... Read more

March 9, 2014 Audio, Throwback

Big K.R.I.T. Does Not Take the Weekends Off. WeekOfKRIT Continues (Audio)

Just when it seemed WeekOfKRIT was over, Big K.R.I.T. returns with his hardest track of the week. He, Smoke DZA and oft collaborator Big Sant trade bars on the hard-driving Steps. Check it out. Related: Big K.R.I.T.'s Egyptian Cotton is Another Strong New Track (Video)... Read more

March 8, 2014 Audio

Kendrick Lamar & Tame Impala Refuse to Go Backwards (Audio)

After an amazing pairing with Imagine Dragons at The Grammy Awards, Kendrick Lamar teams with rock band, Tame Impala, and the results are similarly intense. Check out Backwards below. Related: Kendrick Lamar Steals The Show At The Grammys. Who Needs An Award? (Video)... Read more

March 7, 2014 Audio

Big K.R.I.T. Completes His WeekOfKRIT With Another Strong New Track (Video)

Throughout the week, Big K.R.I.T. has treated fans with new music that stands among the finest in his catalog. Today, he releases the last track and it features K.R.I.T.'s trademark thoughtful lyrics and soulful production. Check out Egyptian Cotton. Related: Big K.R.I.T. Kicks Off WeekOfKRIT With His New Agenda, Alongside... Read more

March 7, 2014 Audio

Big Boi & Common Stake Their Claims on the Throne (Audio)

HBO's epic series Game of Thrones returns on April 6th. As a lead up to the show, HBO is releasing a mixtape called Catch the Throne, and it will feature some heavy hitters. The first 2 singles from the project are from Big Boi (Mother of Dragons) and Common (The... Read more

March 7, 2014 Audio

Chuck Inglish Redefines His Sound With Some Help From Chance the Rapper (Audio)

The Cool Kids' Chuck Inglish specializes in sparse tracks driven primarily by hard 808 drums. On Glam, he has shed that sound for a lush and soulful track driven by horns, guitar, bass and a trademark verse from Chance the Rapper. This is musical magic. Check it out. Related: Arsenio... Read more

March 6, 2014 Audio

Jadakiss, Bun B and Fabolous Come Together on a Sean C & LV Track (Audio)

Producers Sean C and LV (Jay Z, Biggie, Big Pun, Ghostface...) are releasing their Loud Dreams Vol. 1 mixtape at the end of the month. The latest single features Jadakiss, Bun B, Fabolous, Rob Zoe and Anthony King. Check out Live for Today. Related: The Lox & Trae the Truth... Read more

March 6, 2014 Audio

Rakim & Linkin Park On the Same Track? Guilty as Charged (Audio)

In one of the more unexpected collaborations of the year, Rakim and Linkin Park have come together on the track, Guilty. Check it out below and let us know your thoughts. Linkin Park - Guilty All The Same Related: This Portrait Of Rakim Will Give You Goosebumps With Hip-Hop Pride... Read more

March 6, 2014 Audio

Big K.R.I.T. Turns Up on Wolf on Wallstreet (Audio)

Big K.R.I.T.'s 4th release in the WeekOfKRIT is a more uptempo trunk-thumper, along the lines of Country Ish. The title plays on K.R.I.T.'s love for cars and the recent film from Martin Scorcese and Leonardo DiCaprio. Check out Wolf on Wallstreet. Related: Big K.R.I.T. Meditates Over a Soulful Burner on... Read more

March 6, 2014 Audio

Here’s a Playlist of the Best Hip-Hop to Drop in February 2014 (Audio Playlist)

February was a short month but it was not short on good music. Here's a playlist of some of the best Hip-Hop to drop in the month. You'll hear music from Schoolboy Q, Big Boi, Slum Village, Inspectah Deck, Black Milk, Rick Ross, Onyx, Snoop & Madlib, Prodigy & Alchemist,... Read more

March 5, 2014 Audio, Featured-homepage, Playlists

Have You Heard G I R L Yet? Here’s a Personal Listening Session of the Album with Pharrell (Audio)

If you haven't heard Pharrell's G I R L album yet (or even if you have), here's an opportunity to listen to the project in full with complete narration by Pharrell. A somewhat under the weather Skateboard P, played all of the LP for an audience at the Red Bull... Read more

March 4, 2014 Video

Big K.R.I.T. Meditates Over a Soulful Burner on Conscious Effort (Audio)

Big K.R.I.T.'s WeekofKRIT continues with his 2nd release in as many days. Krizzle spits some meditative lyrics over a slow a deeply soulful track. For fans since "K.R.I.T. Wuz Here," this is vintage K.R.I.T. Check it out. Related: Big K.R.I.T. Kicks Off WeekOfKRIT With His New Agenda, Alongside Rick Ross... Read more

March 4, 2014 Audio

Can’t Wait to Hear Black Milk’s New Album? Here’s a Full Stream (Audio)

There's been a publicity blitz about albums by Rick Ross and Pharrell being released this week. It turns out 1 of the strongest contenders for album of the week actually comes from Black Milk whose Glitches in the Break hits stores tomorrow (3/4). Don't take our word for it, though.... Read more

March 3, 2014 Audio

Here’s Some Soulful New Goodness From Devin the Dude to Get You Lifted (Video)

Devin the Dude is back with some soulful new goodness. Check out Lifted featuring Doughbeezy. Related: Devin the Dude Laments the One That Got Away in the Video for Probably Should Have (Video)... Read more

March 3, 2014 Audio

Pete Rock, Clark Kent & Kevy Kev Reunite With Marley Marl on the In Control Show (Audio Mix)

Many Heads know Marley Marl's In Control brand from the legendary compilation album of the same name that he released in 1988 which featured The Symphony and other classics. The compilation was named after Marley's NYC radio show which was a leading platform for Hip-Hop during that era. Marley recently... Read more

March 2, 2014 Audio, Throwback

The Lox Rep New York in Their Latest Release (Audio)

"Yeah we wore shiny suits, but that put us in a new tax bracket..." The Lox are back with a new song repping their city. Check out New York. Related: The Lox Are Back With Some Boom Bap and a KRS-One Hook (Audio)... Read more

March 2, 2014 Audio

Ladies First: Here’s a Mix in Celebration of the Women of Hip-Hop (Audio)

As we enter March, Women's History Month, today we celebrate some of the countless contributions to Hip-Hop by women, starting with this mix. You will hear music from MC Lyte, Queen Latifah, Lauryn Hill, Bahamadia, Foxy Brown, Lil Kim, Missy, Da Brat, The Lady of Rage, Jean Grae, Yo-Yo, Salt-n-Pepa... Read more

March 1, 2014 Audio, Featured-homepage

Snoop & Madlib? It Gets No Funkier Than Cadillacs (Audio)

Snoop Dogg has teamed up with Madlib on an extra funky collabo. Their track, Cadillacs, is built on a rolling bass line and a nicely-placed Cutie Pie sample. Check it out. Related: Snoop & Dam Funk Release a Video for the Mega Funky “Do My Thang” (Video)... Read more

February 27, 2014 Audio

After Nearly 5 Years, Asher Roth is Releasing His 2nd Album. Here’s the New Single (Audio)

After 5 years and several mixtapes, Asher Roth is preparing to release RetroHash, his 2nd official album (though what is the difference between a mixtape and an album really these days...). His new single, Tangerine Girl, is a dreamy ride with an early 70's California rock feel to it. For... Read more

February 26, 2014 Audio

Schoolboy Q & Kendrick Lamar Discuss the Early Days of Performing for Only 9 People (Audio)

Schoolboy Q sat down with LA's Power 106 last night to discuss OXYMORON. In one of the more poignant moments of the interview, Kendrick Lamar called in to congratulate his label mate and the 2 had a humble and real discussion about how hard they had to work to reach... Read more

February 26, 2014 Audio, Video

We Told You Our Thoughts on Rick Ross’ Mastermind Album. Now Listen for Yourself (Album Stream)

Rick Ross' Mastermind album hits stores on 3/4. After hearing the album a couple of weeks ago, we believe it's his finest so far. But why take our word for it? Listen to the full stream of the album here and let us know your thoughts. Related: Rick Ross’ Mastermind... Read more

February 26, 2014 Audio

Prodigy & Alchemist Are Not Done. Here’s a Hot New Track From the Deluxe Edition of Albert Einstein (Audio)

Prodigy and Alchemist have released a deluxe edition of their joint Albert Einstein project, called Albert Einstein: P=MC2. Here's a new track from the album and it stands with the best of them. Check out Murder Goes Down. Related: Prodigy Promotes Some Positivity On A New Alchemist Collaboration (Audio)... Read more

February 25, 2014 Audio

Joell Ortiz Has Got BARS…But You Knew That (Audio)

Joell Ortiz is back with a new solo release. He lyrically flexes over the Nautilus beat that has borne countless Hip-Hop classics. Check out Bars. Related: Joell Ortiz Breaks His Silence, Bodying Pusha T & Kendrick Lamar’s Nosetalgia Instrumental (Audio)... Read more

February 23, 2014 Audio

AZ Goes in on OC’s Timeless “Time’s Up.” Practice Makes Perfect (Audio)

AZ links with DJ Doo Wop to do damage over OC's timeless Time's Up track. The only thing wrong with this is it definitely leaves you wanting more. Check out Practice. Related: AZ & DJ Doo Wop Make An Homage To The Late ’70s Hip-Hop Park Jams (Audio)... Read more

February 23, 2014 Audio

Here’s a True Old School Playlist. You will find nothing post-1988 here (Audio Playlist)

If names like Whodini, The Fat Boys, Eric B. and Rakim, LL Cool J, Ice-T, 2 Live Crew, Schoolly D, Boogie Down Productions, Big Daddy Kane and Run-DMC mean something to you, this should move you. Press play, sit back and nod your head. Related: Big Daddy Kane vs. Rakim:... Read more

February 21, 2014 Playlists, Throwback

With Help From Diddy, Rick Ross Releases the Biggie-Inspired “Nobody” (Audio)

Last week, we wrote about Rick Ross' listening session for Mastermind, which included a track called Nobody that was a re-take on The Notorious B.I.G.'s You're Nobody (Til Somebody Kills You). The track features a hook from French Montana and ferocious ad libs from Puff, similar to the ones he... Read more

February 19, 2014 Audio

Kanye West Has a 3-Some with The Carters on the Remix to Drunk in Love (Audio)

Kanye West has done a true remix of Beyonce's Drunk in Love. Not only has he added a verse, he's also put the track through the Yeezus filter, preserving its overall feel but distorting it and making it feel darker and more aggressive, like many of the tracks on his... Read more

February 15, 2014 Audio

Here’s a New Compilation From Pro Era. Check out Secc$ Tap.e 2 (Audio)

The Pro Era crew released 7 new tracks this week, as part of their ProEraWeek. Joey Bada$$, Kirk Knight, Dessy Hinds and more made contributions. They've released a compilation of all 7 tracks, which you can stream below. Check out Secc$ Tap.e 2 below. Related: The Pro Era Cypher (Video)... Read more

February 15, 2014 Audio

Skyzoo Releases an EP for the Day After Valentine’s Day. Here’s “Tomorrow Morning” (Mixtape)

Many projects were released yesterday celebrating Valentine's Day. Skyzoo anticipated good nights for many and has put out an EP capturing the mood for the day after. You can stream and download Tomorrow Morning below.... Read more

February 15, 2014 Audio, Mixes

Big L Rest in Peace: 15 Classic Big L Freestyles (Audio)

Rest in Peace to Big L who passed away 15 years ago today. To celebrate his too short life but enduring legacy, NahRight & Up North Trips have assembled a compilation of 15 classic Big L Freestyles. Check out the legendary Big L/Jay Z freestyle below and a link to... Read more

February 15, 2014 Throwback

Here’s a Brand New Mixtape From Curren$y. Stream & Download The Drive In Theatre (Mixtape)

Curren$y has released his first mixtape of the year. Given that he's released more than 10 over the last 2 years, there are surely more to come. "The Drive In Theatre" contains slick rhymes and soulful beats, as well as verses from Action Bronson, B-Real, Smoke DZA, Freddie Gibbs and... Read more

February 14, 2014 Mixes

Cyhi The Prynce Drops Off Some Hip-Hop Love Just in Time for Valentine’s Day (Audio)

Cyhi the Prynce releases a Hip-Hop love song just in time for Valentine's day. Check out Coretta, which is part of Cyhi's forthcoming "Black History Month" project that is being executive produced by Kanye West. Related: Who Needs Hooks When You’ve Got BARS? Cyhi The Prynce is Back (Video)... Read more

February 13, 2014 Audio

ONYX Put Their Hands Around the Throat of Hip-Hop and Shake It on Their New Single (Audio)

ONYX is back with an aggressive new track addressing all the things they think are wrong with today's Hip-Hop. In a word, they see the music as "soft" and this is their collective call to all MCs to Wakedaf*cup. Check it out. Related: Onyx Reminds Listeners That They Still Get... Read more

February 11, 2014 Audio

Ma$e Sounds Like He Never Left on Remo the Hitmaker’s Tricky Situation (Audio)

Verses from Ma$e have been rare over the last decade, but the Bad Boy has not lost a step. He drops a buttery but too short verse on Remo the Hitmaker's R&B track, Tricky Situation. Check it out. Related: Ma$e Makes His First New Music in 9 Years. Check out... Read more

February 11, 2014 Audio

Layzie Bone & Dizzy Wright Join Futuristic on His Tongue-in-Cheek Attempt to Resist “Peer Pressure” (Video)

Futuristic has a bouncy track with Layzie Bone and Dizzy Wright about their tongue-in-cheek attempt to combat peer pressure to smoke...The video features each of them partaking aplenty. Check out I Guess I'll Smoke. Related: Dizzy Wright Honors Fans With The Thoughtful No Writers Block, I Like To Rap (Audio)... Read more

February 11, 2014 Video

Here’s a Soulful New Track From Joey Bada$$ (Audio)

Joey Bada$$ gets his mack on during his soulful new track Pantie Raid Pt. II. Check it out. Related: Think Hip-Hop is Dead? Audio Push and Joey Bada$$ Beg to Differ…Tis the Season (Video)... Read more

February 9, 2014 Audio

Forget a Beef. Rick Ross and Jeezy are War Ready (Audio)

The ramp up to Rick Ross' Mastermind release is on full tilt. Ross and Jeezy have put aside the differences that led to their skirmish at the 2012 BET Hip Hop Awards, and have come together to create some real fightin' music. Check out War Ready. Related: Rick Ross &... Read more

February 7, 2014 Audio

RIP Big Pun. Here’s Mister Cee’s 2014 Tribute Mix (Audio)

Today marks the 14th anniversary of the day Big Pun passed away. Here's a new tribute mix celebrating the life and legacy of the big man, courtesy of Mister Cee. Check out the stream and download below. Related: Here’s a Rare Demo Version of Big Pun’s Still Not a Player... Read more

February 7, 2014 Audio, Throwback

Happy 40th Birthday to J. Dilla. To Celebrate Here’s J Rocc’s Mind-Blowing 120+ Song Set of Mixes (Audio)

In the last year of his life, J Dilla was getting the mainstream recognition he so deeply deserved. Donuts dropped. He was making thumpers for Common, who was his roommate in L.A. at the time. Dilla deftly balanced major label acceptance with underground royalty, and things seemed to be on... Read more

February 7, 2014 Throwback