Ski Beatz – 24 Hour Karate School (Trailer + Radio Rip + Snippets)
This is going to be epic. The project includes producer Ski Beatz working with artists like The Cool Kids, Curren$y, Mos Def, Jay Electroinca, Jim Jones and so many more. Hit the 11-minute trailer to see whats up. The first track from the projcet leaked via a radio rip. Worth a listen. You can also check out all the snippets.
Ski Beatz – Prowler 2 ft. Jean Grae, Jay Electronica, Joell Ortiz, & Mos Def [Radio Rip]
Shawn Chrystopher – Like A Kid Again
Shawn Chrystopher – Like A Kid Again
This is the first single of Shawn’s upcoming EP titled The Audition. This is fun stuff. If you want the tagless version – head over to iTunes.
On the main page of iTunes Hip-Hop and MySpace.com. Shawn is goin in!
J. Cole – Knock On Wood Freestyle + Donnis – Superman High Freestyle
(J. Cole working with Pharrell)
J. Cole – Knock On Wood Freestyle
Fresh new free style from J.Cole over Common’s “Go.” For those less informed – J.Cole is the first artist signed to Jay-Z’s label.
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Donnis – Superman High Freestyle
Another leak off Southern Comfort, the next mixtape from ATL’s Donnis.
Donnis just this week signed to Atlantic Records! Congrats!
and of course Donnis will be here in Chicago this Thursday, Feb 18th and Lincoln Hall.
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Fly.Union – Value Pack 4 (Mini-Mixtape)
Fly.Union – Value Pack 4 (Mini-Mixtape)
Fly.U grabs Dom Kennedy for Value Pack 4.
Whats up ladies and gents Fly Union is back with Vol.4 of their Value Pack (Valentines Day Edition). This pack features a track with Dom Kennedy, a track with Afaliah ( Fly Union will be producing her project “Music Is My Boyfriend” dropping in March) and “Less is More” off of Jerreau’s solo project “TGTC”. Monkey Wrench also makes an appearence with “Hello”. Be on the look out for more produced tracks by Fly Union and fresh new music. We thank you all for the continued support.
spotted at illRoots.
Donnis – The Takeover
Donnis goes over the Juelz Santana beat “Back to the Crib.” This will be on his Southern Comfort mixtape which drops next month. Man that beat is really dope. This kid is the future.
Chicago – I better see you at this Donnis show next Thursday (Feb 18th.) I’m giving away 2 tickets this Sunday on my radio show. Tune in this Sunday, 6-9PM on Radio DePaul. Or it’s really your loss.
Freddie Gibbs – Do Wrong ft. Pill
Freddie Gibbs – Do Wrong ft. Pill
We finally get the CDQ version of Freddie Gibbs and Pill slaying this beat. Off Freddie’s Killa No Filla.
Janelle Monae – Tightrope ft. Big Boi
Janelle Monae – Tightrope ft. Big Boi
Beautiful women with a beautiful voice. How can I not post this. I just love the style Janelle Monae is bringing to music. Just that old school style. Love it. A guest verse from Big Boi just makes it that much better.
This will be off Janelle’s upcoming album The ArchAndroid.
QuESt – How Thoughtful (Mixtape)
QuESt – How Thoughtful (Mixtape)
QuEST sent me a text on Christmas Eve that he was putting out another tape, and asked me if I wanted to mix it. I definitely did, he sent the tracks, I did my thing and here we have How Thoughtful, the new piece from Miami’s QuEST.
-DJ RTC
QuESt outta Miami is definitely a dope MC. I haven’t gotten to the mixtape yet but that doesn’t mean I shouldn’t share it with y’all. I’m sure it’s just as fresh as QuESt’s previous work.
more at Yesiamquest.com.
Yelawolf – I Wish (Remix) ft. Prynce CyHi & Pill (Video)
Yelawolf – I Wish (Remix) ft. Prynce CyHi & Pill
I’m not as knowledgeable about Yelawolf (Gadsen, Alabama) as I probably should be. But this track knocks you off your feet. Dope ass visuals do go with a dope ass song. Guest feature from Pill is the frosting on the cake.
Want more? Check out Yelawolf’s recentley released mixtape.
Yelawolf – Trunk Muzik (Mixtape)
….Sidenote, first time I heard Yelawolf: Prof & St. Paul Slim – Rocketman Remix ft. Yelawolf.
Love this track.
Wiz Khalifa – This Plane (Video)
The official video for Wiz Khalifa’s “This Plane” off his Deal or No Deal album in stores now!
I feel like this is one of those songs that I like way more than everyone else. I don’t know. Anyway – this track BANGS. Video is legit too.
Lil Wayne – Eat You Alive ft. Ludacris (Unreleased)
Lil Wayne – Eat You Alive ft. Ludacris (Unreleased)
This one never made it onto the Tha Carter III. An uncomplete version has been floating around the internet for the last year or so.
ya dig.
Toki Wright – Out Of Nothing + BlackMale EP (Drops Feb 16th)
Toki Wright – Out Of Nothing (Prod. Reggie Reg)
Rhmesayers emcee Toki Wright will be dropping a brand new EP titled BlackMale EP next Tuesday, Feb 16th. The EP will be free but an option will also be available for those who want to drop a few dollars. All money will be going to victims of the earthquake in Haiti. Big ups Toki!
Mike over at MWB got a hold of a track off the EP which gives a nice taste of what is to come. The project will include production from Mike Swoop, Benzilla, Reggie Reg and more.
Also Toki has quite a few upcoming concert dates. Check it!
2.19.10 – Lake Worth, FL – Propaganda 2.25.10 – Duluth, MN – Pizza Luce (All ages)2.26.10 – Fargo, ND – The Aquarium (21+)2.27.10 – Sioux Falls, SD – Club David (21+)3.1.10 – Omaha, NE – The Waiting Room3.2.10 – Lincoln, NE – TBA3.3.10 – Des Moines, IA – Vaudeville Mews (All ages)3.4.10 – La Crosse, WI – The Warehouse (All ages)3.6.10 – Chicago, IL – Reggies Record Breakers (21+)3.7.10 – Minneapolis, MN – The Fineline Music Cafe (21+)
spotted at Midwest Broadcast.
Kidz In The Hall – Jukebox (Video)
The first single and video off the Kidz In The Hall’s upcoming album Land of Make Believe. I think it’s safe to say March 9th should be circled on your calender. Love this track.
Video directed by BB Gun.
Lupe Fiasco – What U Want + Rockie Fresh ft. YP & Bighomie DOE – Fly Like This [CDQ]
Two more Lupe Fiasco leaks. “What U Want” was confirmed by Lupe to be a track off his upcoming album Lasers. Unfortunately, I’m not really blown away by this one. What y’all think about this one?
EDIT: “What U Want” is an unfinished version and will probably get cut now that it has leaked. Source: Lupe’s Blog.
We also got another unreleased track from the early 00s.
Bonus: Lupe Fiasco – Proceed (Unreleased)
spotted at Fake Shore Drive.
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Rockie Fresh ft. YP & Bighomie DOE – Fly Like This [CDQ]
Rockie premiered this joint on Radio DePaul a few weeks back but now we get the mastered CD quality version. Freshness. 3 of Chicago’s young up and comers.
In case you missed Q’s interview with Rockie – check it out here.
Asher Roth Talks B.O.B Collab + New Mixtape
That dude Asher Roth drops the story behind his track with B.O.B. and Kanye called “Fuck The Money” which by the way is getting some serious rotation at my apartment. You can find the track on B.O.B.’s new mixtape titled “May 25th.” Crazy crazy crazy song. Asher also spills a little info about his upcoming mixtape that might drop earlier than later in March.
MGMT Announce New Album + Tracklist
Pop electro duo MGMT have just announced that their sophomore album titled Congratulations, will be dropping April 13th. This is with out a doubt one of my most anticipated releases this year. I’m a bit nervous that they are shooting for “darker” music. I think these guys are a lot better when they have more fun.
Damn- Oracular Spectacular dropped 2 years ago. Still jamming a handful of tunes off that album every weekend.
Tracklist:
1. It’s Working
2. Song for Dan Treacy
3. Someone’s Missing
4. Flash Delirium
5. I Found a Whistle
6. Siberian Breaks
7. Brian Eno
8. Lady Dada’s Nightmare
9. Congratulations
Big Quarters Announce New Album
Big Quarters dropping a new album? Hell yes. One of the best acts in the Twin Cities dropped through Rhymesayers Radio to announce they are working on a new album. BQ are titling the album Party Like A Young Commie.
Brandon Allday & Medium Zach of Big Quarters announce third album “Party Like A Young Commie” live on RSE Radio. Jan.16.2010
Mike Dreams – Dreamers Poetry (Mixtape)
Mike Dreams: Dreamer’s Poetry (Mixtape)
The Twin Cities very own Mike Dreams just dropped his latest mixtape with the heart and soul of an album. This guy hustles like no other and I gotta say his music has with out a doubt improved with each and every project.
Mike Dreams will be calling int my radio show this Sunday night (Feb 14th) on Radio DePaul. Tune in!
shouts MWB.
Lupe Fiasco – Lean (Unreleased)
Some new Lupe. Well…new Lupe in a since that it is a unreleased track from 2001. Fake Shore Drive spoils rumors were that it was a leaked track of L.A.S.E.R.S.
How to Make It in America (HBO Series + Soundtrack)
I just checked out this new show out last night. HBO put up the first episode of ‘How To Make It In America.’ The supposed “Entourage on the East Coast.”I thought it was pretty good. Some awkward acting. I’ll definitely keep watching the show if HBO keeps putting it up on YouTube.
Kid CuDi is a main character in the show.
Here is a brief synopsis:
“Follows two enterprising twentysomethings hustling their way through New York City’s fashion scene, determined to achieve their version of the American Dream. Trying to make a name for themselves in the city’s competitive fashion scene, Ben Epstein and his friend and business partner Cam Calderon use their street knowledge and connections to make their way up. With the help of their well-connected friend Domingo and Cam’s cousin Rene, who was ambitions of his own — a new energy drink called Rasta-Monsta — the burgeoning entrepreneurs set out to make it big.”
Even more dope is that it looks like they will be dropping a soundtrack online each week as well. Props to who ever thought of this one.
KiD CuDi & Green Lantern – How To Make It In America
shouts illRoots.com.
Wale – Pretty Girls ft. Gucci Mane (Video) + David Guetta – Memories ft. Kid CuDi (Video)
Busy day – I’m going to be play catch up. Video for Wale’s “Pretty Girls.” The video is nothing special. Love the song though.
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This is definitely a favorite. Cudi is pretty good when it comes to his guest work. I’m looking forward to his next album. Off David Guetta’s latest album One Love.
Big Sean – Chicago Release Party: Feb 26th
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i’m a drop a couple more songs/vids for this mixtape then yall can have the tape… got alot on my plate, but yall r gonna get it soon! it’s gonna be hosted by Don Cannon and Billionaire Boys Club! it’s alot to it, we’re doing alot around the tape business wise so it’s taking a lil time to get it all together! just making sure we do it right from a business aspect, feel me? instead of just puting out wit no plan at all. Plus we bout to go work on Kanye’s album. hopefully yall hear me on there too! just wanted to update everybody! luv! i’m working hard!!! luv, and thank u. Supa Dupa Lemonade was just first lil leak off it! expect a variety of music!
Big Sean on illRoots.com.
Pill – Thoughts
This is the first leak off Pill’s third mixtape, 1140: The Overdose. I didn’t realize Pill was dropping another one so soon. He is 2/2 so far.
Y’all know that Ant sampled this beat first. Weird to hear such different MCs over the same sample.
shouts illRoots.
