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  • The Expert “Neckbreakers” [BEATS]

    The Expert “Neckbreakers” [BEATS]

    Neckbreakers is a seven track beat tape journey that forces you to nod your head from start to finish. The EP is produced by The Expert who has been making beats for over fifteen years mainly for his band Messiah J & The Expert. He has also worked with C-Rayz Walz, Sleep of Old Dominion…

  • Dito L. FresKo “PromoisBack” (Prod. by RocketScience) [DOPE!]

    Dito L. FresKo “PromoisBack” (Prod. by RocketScience) [DOPE!]

    “PromoisBack” is the debut music video for young Fredericksburg, VA rapper Dito Fresko! Shot by Orange Reptile Music! Sit Back and enjoy!\

  • Beats by Composition 4 [DOPE!]

    Beats by Composition 4 [DOPE!]

    I had the pleasure of meeting this dude ‘Composition 4‘ last week at this producer showcase/networking event we were co-hosting in TriBeCa. Plenty of producers came out and got to connecting with some of the artists on hand. Hopefully all these guys managed to build up some lasting business relationships, we certainly did. Below, I…

  • Introducing Maison Filipi Clothing Line

    Introducing Maison Filipi Clothing Line

    A twist on the classic bow tie undoubtedly stands to make a bold style statement in menswear. The newly released Maison Filipi LIMITED EDITION bow ties–10 of a kind–have been handcrafted in Vancouver, Canada. The unique Duck Hunter Camouflage print is the same as had been used by the US Marines (1942 – 1944) and…

  • Kid Named Breezy “Temptations” (Tupac Remake) [VIDEO]

    Kid Named Breezy “Temptations” (Tupac Remake) [VIDEO]

    Hip Hop enthusiast and recording artist Kid Named Breezy pays homage to the late Tupac Shakur in the remake of Tupac’s 1995 single “Temptations”. Currently in the studio working on his first full album ’93, Kid Named Breezy has responded to the demand of his rapidly increasing fan base for more, with the release of…

  • The Milky Way “Dubai/Keep It Milky” [DOPE!]

    The Milky Way “Dubai/Keep It Milky” [DOPE!]

    L.A.-based future funk outfit The Milky Way present the “Dubai b/w Milky Way” single. Sum – best known for his 2009 Lone Wolf album with producer Belief – fronts this band of underground stars comprising guitarist, keyboard players, background vocalists and more, amongst them NYC producer P.U.D.G.E. and L.A. deejay Cee Brown. “The Milky Wayans”…

  • VirtuosoTheGod “#UPWARDMOBILITY VOL. 1” [BEAT TAPE]

    VirtuosoTheGod “#UPWARDMOBILITY VOL. 1” [BEAT TAPE]

    Many of you may have heard of up and coming beatmaker VirtuosoTheGod on various releases from the likes of Era Hardaway and Kevin Sinatra. VirtuosoTheGod’s creativity and unique sound is what makes his productions innovative and revered. VirtuosoTheGod (VTG) is heavily influenced by the 90’s techno scene, funk, rock and hip-hop. His father, who was…

  • Zee “Do It Like That” [VIDEO]

    Zee “Do It Like That” [VIDEO]

    New music from Zee, a 19 year old rapper coming to us out of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. “Do It Like That” is featured on his new mixtape “Some Kind of Wonderful” which is available for download here.

  • Pugs Atomz “SLOWine” [DOPE!]

    Pugs Atomz “SLOWine” [DOPE!]

    After touring the last six months in Europe and Aisia, Chicago’s Pugs Atomz is back with “SLOWine” over a Schlachthofbronx instrumental with heavy bass and bravado. This is the first leak from his forth coming mixtape project titled “Euro P, No more pages in the passport.

  • Pate “Work/Break” [VIDEO]

    Pate “Work/Break” [VIDEO]

    West Philly Native Pate releases his 3rd visual from upcoming mixtape “Features & Freestyles” He grabs Amile Jefferson (Duke Blue Devil’s) and Jabril Trawick (Georgetown Hoyas) to depict the hard work it takes to reach only a portion of their life’s goals. Directed & Produced by @ReezSHP. #SpaceHigh

  • Sadat X “I Know This Game”  [DOPE!]

    Sadat X “I Know This Game” [DOPE!]

    Loyalty Digital Corp strikes again, this time with the second single off Sadat X’ upcoming album New York entitled “I Know This Game”. Produced by Local-Mu12 Member Real McKoy, this record is gritty and hits hard. The scratches provided by DJ Grouch fit the song perfectly, Point blank; Sadat X goes in on this one…

  • Illus ft. Apathy “Forever” [VIDEO]

    Illus ft. Apathy “Forever” [VIDEO]

    Connecticut emcees, Illus and Apathy join forces to create a True-School HipHop anthem that combines hard-hitting, Boom-Bap production (by Apathy) with their signature lyrical fire that illustrates their love, passion, and dedication for the art and culture as well as their gift and ability to write powerful songs with substance, heart and soul. The Legendary…

  • Arie Dixon “Cut My Check” [TEASER]

    Arie Dixon “Cut My Check” [TEASER]

    After releasing The Jack Move (Vol. 4), Arie Dixon puts out this video teaser to a new song, called “Cut My Check”. Check it out!!!!

  • Voice Presents “CuTZ” ft. P.U.D.G.E., Saddi Khali, Indigo and Rozina Kazi [MIXTAPE]

    Voice Presents “CuTZ” ft. P.U.D.G.E., Saddi Khali, Indigo and Rozina Kazi [MIXTAPE]

    New Orleans emcee Voice presents CuTZ, 11 tracks that showcase the many styles of the Los Angeles transplant with the sultry, striking flow best known for her work on French trip-hop producer Wax Tailor’s 2007 silver-certified Decon release Hope & Sorrow as well as her 2006 album Gumbo (PTR/Featherperm). CuTZ presents original beats from the…

  • REL!G!ON “Side Wets (Instrumental)” [DOPE!]

    REL!G!ON “Side Wets (Instrumental)” [DOPE!]

    “Side Wets” the latest from Vancouver, British Columbia producer REL!G!ON was inspired by long walks at the beach under a starry night while being caressed by a soft and gentle wind. REL!G!ON has been busy producing new music featuring Planet Asia, Rogue Venom, Jasiri X, Rhymefest, Brother Ali, Tristate and others. Side Wets (Instrumental) by…

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