Brooklyn native Ill Bill, keystone of critically-lauded luminaries Non Phixion, original member of La Coka Nostra, one-half of Heavy Metal Kings with Vinnie Paz, and prolific solo artist in his own right, announces the release of his most personal and realized album to date, The Grimy Awards, slated to drop February 26th on Uncle Howie/Fat Beats. Tangential and biographic, the album sees Bill addressing the formative touchstones of his life, offering "what-ifs" and describing historical events, many gruesome, that shaped the suspicious, futurist, political, analytical persona he's been putting on wax for the better part of three decades. Here he effortlessly enlists a reverent squad of super-notable collaborators, who not only sign their approval but round out a grand Boom-Bap vision sonically and thematically.
It's imprudent and largely impossible to discuss Brooklyn rap in the last decade without acknowledging Ill Bill who, along with his fellow Non Phixion members, carved out a distinct niche in the hallowed temple of Brooklyn rap near the turn of the century. Non Phixion's The Future Is Now is a certifiable classic of the genre, championed by major labels like Warner Brothers and Geffen early on before being released independently on Bill's own Uncle Howie Records. Rife with political critique and paranoia, the album sits nicely among Behold A Pale Horse-era classics from Company Flow, The Goodie Mob, and Immortal Technique. There's a comparably dark through-line to his solo and collaborative work since, much of which is heavily informed by years as an avid fan of punk rock and heavy metal (diehards will spot an esoteric Exodus reference in "Paul Baloff", a standout on this record).
Ill Bill is a cult-rap fixture, an idol to fans across the globe and a direct progenitor of the whatever-wave of New York rap that's currently en vogue, though there's a stark difference in his approach. Bill lyrically postulates, provokes, praises and reminisces alternately. The Grimy Awards is as much about what happened in Bill's tenure on earth thus far as what might have actually happened, and why. It's extremist in an attempt to overshoot reality and find a spurring medium between what we're led to believe is the truth, the actual facts, and terrifying potentiality. His prodding is a call to thought, and he uses chronological reference points to frame each verse- but the picture may not always be pretty.
Starring Apathy, Celph Titled, Ryu, Esoteric, Blacastan & Motive
Produced by DJ Premier, Marco Polo, Snowgoons, Apathy, Will C., Teddy Roxpin, Skammadix & Chumzilla
Featuring R.A. The Rugged Man, Termanology, Scoop Deville, Eternia, Planetary of Outerspace & Panchi of NYGz
Rap conglomerate, "The Demigodz", deliver their long-awaited full length album. After years of strongly cultivating their fanbase and branding their stamp within the underground hip-hop scene, this supergroup of sharp soloists unite to create a force of witty lyricism and authentic, classic-style East Coast hip-hop production. The crew consists of many recognizable names, including Apathy, Celph Titled, Ryu (of Styles of Beyond/Fort Minor), Esoteric, Blacastan and Motive. Each member has built up their own following over time --- and now they all combine to create a powerhouse album that their fans have always wanted. While Apathy, Celph Titled, Esoteric and Blacastan are also part of the Army of the Pharaohs clique, the Demigodz are an old school crew that have a strong alliance with their Pharaoh brethren dating back to the late 90's. Additionally, the Godz have been highly heralded by Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda, as he recruited them to be a part of his RIAA Certified Gold "Fort Minor" project and tour in 2006. This new album is the first official follow-up since 2002's "The Godz Must Be Crazy" EP and 2007's "The Godz Must Be Crazier" deluxe re-issue; both top-selling indie hip-hop titles. "Demigodz is for true, hardcore hip-hop fans," Apathy says. "This KILLmatic album was made to reflect that. We always try to keep it grimy, dirty, creepy, spooky and f--ked up."
When soon-to-be-renowned Boston hip-hop duo 7L & Esoteric collaborated with the Wu-Tang Clan's Inspectah Deck on the title track to 7LES's debut EP Speaking Real Words in 1999, the timing was perfect. The upstart duo was building a serious buzz on the East Coast and beyond, while Deck was still winning praise for his gold-selling solo disc Uncontrolled Substance. As flashy pop-oriented rap was pumped on commercial radio stations, their natural chemistry and simpatico skills shone as a beacon to real hip-hop fans, a base of listeners who were soon asking about their next musical summit.
14 years later, the hunger for sharp lyrics and head-snapping beats hasn't dissipated. In the face of the ever-worsening status quo of watered-down and vapid radio rap songs, the call for something real has only gotten stronger, and once again the time is right for a call to action – for someone or something to come in and send wack rappers running for the hills in fear. Enter CZARFACE, the upcoming, uncompromising full-length album from Inspectah Deck and 7L & Esoteric.
Not surprising, respect for real hip-hop runs deep, and CZARFACE brings an army with it — consider the star-studded guest list which includes Roc Marciano, Action Bronson, Vinnie Paz (Jedi Mind Tricks,) Oh No (Gangrene,) Mr. MFN eXquire and Deck's fellow Wu-Tang Clansmen Ghostface Killah and Cappadonna.
Aside from one track blessed by the almighty DJ Premier, production on CZARFACE belongs exclusively to DJ 7L, who provides the musical backbone which holds the album together. His ability to craft a hip-hop sound that's current and exciting with a classic feel left Deck impressed: "This is one of the first albums I've heard in a while that gives you so many different feels. You hear the '80s hip-hop style, '80s R&B and rock combined with what's going on now. That's creating something new, in my opinion."
A collaboration this big is bound to catch some attention, as it has from MISHKA NYC artist Lamour Supreme, who penned the eye-popping Jack "King" Kirby inspired cover art for CZARFACE. The group and label thought so much of Supreme's contribution that they have included a hefty 22" x 22" glossy poster of the soon to be iconic cover artwork. This large format poster is exclusive to the first pressing of the 2xLP vinyl version.
Rap conglomerate, "The Demigodz", deliver their long-awaited full length album. After years of strongly cultivating their fanbase and branding their stamp within the underground hip hop scene, this supergroup of sharp soloists unite to create a force of witty lyricism and authentic, classic-style East Coast hip-hop production.
The crew consists of many recognizable names, including Apathy, Celph Titled, Ryu (of Styles of Beyond/Fort Minor), Esoteric, Blacastan and Motive. Each member has built up their own following over time --- and now they all combine to create a powerhouse album that their fans have always wanted. While Apathy, Celph Titled and Esoteric are also part of Jedi Mind Tricks' best-selling "Army of the Pharaohs" clique, the Demigodz are an old school crew that have a strong alliance with their Pharaoh brethren dating back to the late 90's. Additionally, the Godz have been highly heralded by Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda, as he recruited them to be a part of his RIAA Certified Gold "Fort Minor" project and tour in 2006.
This new album is the first official follow-up since 2002's "The Godz Must Be Crazy" EP and 2007's "The Godz Must Be Crazier" deluxe re-issue; both top-selling indie hip-hop titles. "Demigodz is for true, hardcore hip-hop fans," Apathy says. "This KILLmatic album was made to reflect that. We always try to keep it grimy, dirty, creepy, spooky and f--ked up." The LP features production from DJ Premier, Marco Polo, Snowgoons, and Will C. among others, including Apathy himself.
Outside guest appearances include shots from R.A. The Rugged Man, Termanology, Scoop Deville, Eternia, Planetary (of Outerspace/Army of the Pharaohs), and Panchi (of NYGz).
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2. Demigodz Is Back
featuring Apathy; Ryu (of Styles Of Beyond); Celph Titled
Producer: Apathy
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3. Dumb High
featuring Apathy; Motive; Esoteric; Celph Titled; Open Mic
Producer: Apathy
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4. Never Take Me Out
featuring Apathy; Celph Titled; Termanology
Producer: Teddy Roxpin
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5. Just Can't Quit
featuring Apathy; Celph Titled; Motive; Blacastan; Ryu (of Styles Of Beyond); Scoop Deville
Producer: Apathy
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6. Worst Nightmare
featuring Apathy; Ryu (of Styles Of Beyond); Blacastan; Esoteric; Motive; Celph Titled; DJ Premier (of Gang Starr)
Producer: DJ Premier (of Gang Starr)
The First official release from Brain Kave Music Group LLC. The companies founder & artist Dox Boogie delivers a hard hitting, raw, & edgy EP laced with masterful production & a lethal pen. With guest appearances from Underground King Copywrite, Coney Isand's Nems Guttah, fellow Queens representative Sean Strange, San Diego spitter Banish, Masai Bey & more, including Brain Kave Artists Rob Nova, Ultimate Ultra, Bravos Xodus & Billy Ballantine. All production by Dox Boogie Music ASCAP except Track 3 & 4.
DJ Concept's fume-ladened album containing 17 classic smokers anthems. Entirely produced by Concept, it features Famoso, Koncept, Rap P, The Day Laborers, Chaundon, Joe Scudda, AC, Nutso, LIFE Long, Gab Gotcha, The Kid Daytona, Nature, T.Shirt, JR Mint, Termanology, Typ-iLL, Thad Reid, Mann95, Treach, Little Vic, Rich Rivera, Wais P, Roc C, Chuuwee, El Gant, CP, Allstar, Snaggapuss, Peter Leo & Wiz Khalifa
Rob Swift’s “Roc for Raida” mixtape is dedicated to the memory of X-Ecutioner Roc Raida (May 17, 1972 – Sept. 19, 2009). The mixtape highlights much of the great music Raida left behind when he passed away. Rob Swift also features the X’s Mista Sinista, Total Eclipse and Precision performing their own renditions of some of Roc Raida’s classic battle sets. Net proceeds from the album will go to Roc Raida’s family.
Standup Recordz presents the newest release from Zayn called "Building Kites".
This fuses Zayns dope rhyme schemes alongside some unknown and more known producers including:
Bunty Beats, Konchis, Yutani and Me Gusta
1. Good Morning
2. Cyn
3. Posers
4. Universal Love
5. Star Dust
6. Swine Flew
7. Let The Beat Do The Talking
8. Yes I Am Feat. Nems
9. Look Mom No Pen
10. More Black
11. Victorious
12. Drummer Goes
13. Audio Biography
Premier and Bumpy have just dropped a free EP to get you fired up for their full length dropping in 2 weeks!!!! This is official tissue, Keep it real, Keep it a hundred, hip hop is not on the radio, you can new jack swing on my nuts type shit! The album “The Kolexxxion” will be released on March 27th on Gracie Productions/Works of Mart. Support!!
By Mark Bozzer:
After an 11-year gap between albums (his last was 2001's Ascension), Pep Love (one of the original members of legendary Oakland underground crew Hieroglyphics) is back with his latest solo project. Rigmarole chronicles the struggles Pep went through and the obstacles he overcame in order to grow as a person and artist, in order to push out his latest effort, which captures the MC on point on a record that brings the listener back to the essence of hip-hop. Check out single "Hip Hop, My Friend," which has Pep writing a poignant love letter to the art form he's made his life's work over a soulful backbeat full of vintage horns. Whether he's spitting about the tour life over a Middle-Eastern-flavoured head nodder ("Everywhere") or puffing his chest out with cohort Opio on the breezy funk of "Can't Nobody Do It Like Us," despite the rigmarole it took to get here, the end result of Pep Love's efforts speak for themselves on this dope listen.
1. Intro
2. Runaway Slave (feat. Otayo Dub)
3. Top o’ the Mornin (feat. Knobody)
4. Everywhere
5. Can’t Nobody Do It Like Us (feat. Opio)
6. Hip Hop My Friend
7. Bang
8. Agree to Disagree
9. Cloudy Days
10. Rooftops and Rain
11. I Know This Pain (feat. LB Select / Chris Rene)
12. Reflections
13. Be
14. Inner Conflict
15. iPower
16. No Unsung
01 Chemistry Wars
02 Ten Dollars
03 Perfection
04 Lullabye
05 Gangsta Shit Part 1
06 Gangsta Shit Part 2
07 The Microphone
08 Pain
09 Far Left
10 Death Wish
11 Wet Wipes
12 Whole Lotta Thug
13 Killing Me
14 The Meeting
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Project Manzu was born in 2005 when members Daimajin aka Q8 aka Daimassassin and Divine Souljah aka Shock One decided to join forces. Having known each others since 1992, their chemistry on the mic was immediate. They also share genuine love for hip hop especially the Wu-Tang movement.
Project Manzu is like a dream come true for the duo. They' ve enlisted Wu-Element Bronze Nazareth to produce the entire album and they were able to score collaborations with Wu-Tang affiliates Solomon Childs, Timbo King, 12 O'Clock, Darkim Be Allah, Blue Raspberry, Napoleon and Kevlaar 7.
Project Manzu embodies a strong message which can be summed up by four words: Peace, Love, Respect and Music
01. Knowing Project Manzu Intro
02. International Player ft. Solomon Childs and Bronze Nazareth
03. Lord's Praises Due ft. Blue Raspberry and Kevlaar 7
04. Fourth Avenue
05. Bronzeman Interlude
06. Great Love ft. Prodigal Sunn, Napoleon and Shaka Amazulu The 7th
07. Russian Lifts ft. Timbo King
08. Grime Bagz ft. 12 O'Clock
09. The Nick Brain Show [Interlude]
10: Diamond Dogs ($ aka Cash Rule Remix)
11. The Quiet and the Storm ft. Darkim Be Allah
12. Manzu Outro
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The album is presented by Chess Move Cartel and the album features Creme De La Creme, Smimooz, Blastah Beatz, Praverb The Wyse, MighGawd, Odilon, Jazz T, Woody, BoulaOne, Envious Mind, JMega, Dj Grazzhoppa's Dj Bigband, Kwote1, Monique Harcum, Sen Kevlar, K-Hill, B.B.Z.Darney, Africancuts Amazulu, JabbaThaKut, Iron and Reef Ali.
1.Introduction 02:42
2.Chess Moves Daily Ft Creme De La Creme (beat prod by Smimooz) 02:12
3.Wanted (beat prod by Blastah Beats) 02:17
4.Killing It Ft Praverb The Wyse 03:28
5.Architekt Music 03:02
6.Intricate Moves Interlude (beat prod by MighGawd) 01:11
7.Foodfight Ft Odilon,Jazz T,Woody 03:40
8.Put The Needle On The Track Ft BoulaOne,Envious Mind 02:57
9.Method Of Madness Ft JMega 03:12
10.Egotrip Interlude 01:25
11.The Big Band Theory Ft Dj Grazzhoppa's Dj Bigband 03:27
12.Pyrotechnics Ft Kwote1,Monique Harcum (beat prod by Sen Kevlar) 04:54
13.Feel Good Interlude 01:03
14.DJ Grazzhoppa - Partyrocka Ft K-Hill (beat prod by B.B.Z. Darney) (free) 03:15
15.Hip Hop Fanatik Ft AfricanCuts AmaZuLu (beat prod by AfricanCuts AmaZuLu) 03:38
16.Age Of Space 02:54
17.Turntable Sorcery Ft Jabba Tha Kut,Iron (beat prod by Reef Ali) 03:03
18.Little Green Men 02:53
19.Words Of Knowledge 01:14
20.Mr Cheebahawkes Theme Revisited 02:13
21.After Laughter 01:41
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Copywrite - God Save The King
Label: Man Bites Dog Records
Released: Feb 27, 2012
The last two years have seen Copywrite grow in technical and creative skill they have also seen Copywrite at his lowest. Tragedy and loss struck Copywrite first with the loss of his longtime friend and creative partner Camu Tao, then his Mother and most recently the loss of his Grandfather. It was Copywrite's full intention to completely open up his life and put out everything in his music and the result is something that is so honest and direct that comes across as shocking. In order to be able to fully develop his messages and concepts Copywrite went to his long time collaborator RJD2 who produced two tracks on the record. Copywrite would also look towards producers Illmind, Twiz the Beat Pro, DJ Rhettmatic, Surrock, Khrysis, Camu Tao and mega house producer Josh Gaberial. Copywrite would also reach out to the best working artists out today including Crooked I from Slaughter House, Dilated Peoples, Sean Price, Planet Asia, Middle Distance Runner, MF Grimm, and MHz. This album shows that Copywrite is making some of the best music out today and all genres will respect his new vision.
1. Post-Apocalyptic Request Box (produced by Jason Rose)
2. Love f/ Tage Future of MHz (produced by Bronze Nazareth)
3. Swaggot Killaz f/ Jakki Da Motamouth
4. Mouth of MHz (produced by !llmind)
5. Sorrow f/ Illogic & Don Jaga (produced by Stu Bangas)
6. Man Made f/ Rockness Monstah of Heltah Skeltah (produced by Jason Rose)
7. J.O.Y. f/ Jason Rose & Torae (produced by Jason Rose)
8. Union Rights f/ MHz (produced by Khrysis)
9. Yo! MTV Raps! (Money for Nothing)” f/ Jason Rose (produced by Jason Rose)
10. Blue Ribbon (produced by Bronze Nazareth)
11. Miracle (produced by S.G. on the Traxxx)
12. G$K (produced by Stu Bangas)
13. Workahol (produced by Stu Bangas)
14. White Democrats f/ Mac Lethal (produced by Jason Rose)
15. Golden State (Of Mind) f/ Evidence, Roc Marciano & Casual (produced by Vanderslice)
16. Synesthesia (produced by RJD2)
17. Got to Make It f/ Tage Future (produced by Stu Bangas)
18. Talk With Jesus (produced by Poetiq Beetz)
01. Lost And Found
02. Grown Folks Talkin’ feat. Talib Kweli
03. Tell The Wold
04. All Mine feat. Paul Wall
05. No Apologies feat. Raekwon
06. Fuck Rappers feat. Willie The Kid & Fashawn
07. Diamond Life feat. Camp Lo
08. FurnitureRelease Date: February 28, 2012
09. Mach One
10. Daggers And Darts feat. Rogue Venom & Tristate
11. Bruce Lee feat. Rasco & Chace Infinite
12. Golden State
13. Coons feat. Killer Ben
14. The Line Of Fire feat. Krondon, Picaso & Phil The Agony
15. Big Fish
16. External Motives feat. The Jacka & Mitchy Slick
17. Classical feat. Ras Kass, Torae & Jasiri X
18. Stay Ready feat. Dengee, Mistah FAB & Nio The Gift
19. Whirlwind Patterns
20. Dogon Outro
Here is Gensu Dean's newest project Lo-Fi Fingahz. You can purchase the album for just only $7.99. Stream below before you decide to buy this dope album. Guest appearances such as David Banner, Blame One, HeadKrack, Brand Nubian, DMC (of Run-Dmc), Large Professor and more. Check it below.
1.Intro 00:58
2.Fraction (feat. Blame One) 03:51
3.In My Head (feat. Brand Nubian) 04:08
4.It's Just Him (feat. HeadKrack) 03:50
5.On Down (feat. Sputnik Brown) 03:36
6.Forever (feat. Large Professor) 03:48
7.Yen (feat. Roc Marciano) (free) 03:35
8.Extra Extra (feat. The Planets) 03:04
9.Runnin' Me Down (feat. Miss A) 03:58
10.4408 Meadowlane (feat. Melatone) 04:13
11.City Limits (feat. Count Bass D) 02:28
12.Heavy (feat. Prince Po) 03:41
13.Block Prenup (feat. Ikwon) 03:54
14.12 Jewelz (feat. Roc Marci & Nomadic) 03:20
15.There You Have It (feat. 7even:Thirty) 02:49
16.Alice In Wonderland (feat. David Banner) 02:48
17.Co-Sign From The King (feat. DMC of RUN DMC) 01:38
With a sound that can best be described as quintessential hip hop, Pruven delivers thought-provoking, razor-sharp lyrics that just might cause folks to stop nodding their heads long enough to write an e-mail to their Congressman. The Connecticut-based emcee brings a soulful respect of hip hop’s heyday to the present-day scene, leaving listeners wondering why they haven't been listening to Pruven for years.
With a wide array of influences that span multiple musical genres, Pruven’s style is challenging. He takes on topics from hip hop's poli-tricks, the wonders of ancient history, space and religion to the Illuminati and a one-world government. Simply put, his eloquent lines will make you think and hit repeat to listen closely to what he’s saying.
1.Trust One - The Grand Design 02:11
2.Trust One, Mike Tappen - Self Control 02:27
3.Trust One, Mike Tappen, Edgar Isreal, Dr. Merkaba, Orko Eloheim - Transcendentalists 03:36
4.Trust One, 1019 of Parker and the Numberman - Danger 01:36
5.Trust One - Flew the Cuckoo's Nest 03:05
6.Feen Oh, Amanda Jane Hank, Trust One, Edgar Isreal - Perserverance 03:42
7.Trust One - Blessing in Disguise (free) 01:36
8.Trust One, Rinasanz - Common Sense 02:40
9.Trust One - Internally Embedded 01:53
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