Friday 27 October 2023

LATE - Vampires, Werewolves, Monsters, Demons

 

For the 5th year running "LATE" has blesses us with another Halloween anthem to add to your Horror Season playlist, this time LATE Unleashes the Spine-Chilling Track "Vampires, Werewolves, Monsters, Demons"

Prepare for a sonic journey into the darkest corners of classic horror as UK rapper LATE drops his self-produced bone-chilling new single, Inspired by the timeless tales of terror from classic horror movies, this track is set to send shivers down your spine.

LATE, known for his lyrical prowess and storytelling ability, weaves a sinister narrative that pays homage to iconic creatures of the night. With hauntingly atmospheric production and gripping lyrics, this is a must for all fans of both hip-hop and classic horror movies

"Vampires, Werewolves, Monsters, Demons" is now available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, also look out for the video on YouTube.

If you go over to the https://officiallate.bandcamp.com/album/vampires-werewolves-monsters-demons page you will get the exclusive even darker Slowed & Blazed Out remix
 

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Napster

Dave East - Slip (EASTMIX)

TourForLife Cypher Part 4 feat. Skyzoo

















#TourForLife Cypher feat. Skyzoo, Ms Laura Michelle, Duece Bug, J-Bizz, Mic Hoffa & Mickey Bourbon #TourForLife is an annual Mental Health/Suicide Prevention charity tour presented by Full Blast Booking that has raised over 43k for charity in 3 years time. All TourForLife Cyphers were shot on tour, and are 100% about mental health and suicide themes - told thru the voices of real MCs.

Track produced by Sam Illy + mewsilla. Video shot at Electric Haze in Worcester, MA by @heavyset607 for Run and Gun Films

BlackLiq - PMD


























For some, life can be broken down into 3 basic food groups: Pussy, Money, Drugs.
On "PMD" BlackLiq pays homage to that very mentality, which is a way of life that perverts into cool as the access that comes with success turns into excess.

DEJECT provides a haunting score for BlackLiq's message, layering simple elements to support one heavy truth: It is all one big LIE.

THE LIE drops on Man Bites Dog Records on 11/17/2023 on Vinyl.

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BlackLiq "The Lie" PreOrder

AIRKLIPZ - Mustang [VISUALIZER] #SmoothLullabies

Empuls × Rico James " Skull of a Skeleton" Music Video

Double A.B. & Dub Sonata "Time Is Elastic" (Maitre D Remix)


 














Bay Area producer Maitre D delivers a remix of Double A.B. &. Dub Sonata's "Time Is Elastic", a deep conceptual cut that ponders the nature of time and space. It's the latest single off Alternate Media, a collection of previously unreleased remixes and alternate versions from their album Media Shower.  

"Time Is Elastic" Download/Streaming Links

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/track/5Bq7BgtMPRGsnR1zJeJ7Gj?si=e2abebe4b047498f

Apple Music

https://music.apple.com/us/album/time-is-elastic-maitre-d-remix/1711628732?i=1711628733

Media Shower is now available on special edition 2xLP vinyl complete with the Alternate Media remixes from Bronze Nazareth, Blockhead, Kount Fif, Opto and Maitre D.

https://dubsonata.bandcamp.com/album/media-shower-alternate-media

Tuesday 24 October 2023

Mad Good Records Volume One


























After a year in the making, the Mad Good Records Volume One compilation is finally available.

Our goal with this project was to combine dope instrumental joints along with some vintage vocal tracks featuring various artists that we enjoy listening to. The outcome is ten dope tracks from Dr Butcher, DJ Pocket, GhostDave, PFM & Iron Ora, Understanding, Mck2 & Shorty Raw, Wake Up Henry & Enrique.

 

Understanding & Dr Butcher "Buddha Bless" (Lyric Video)

PFM & Iron Ora "Zombies Ate My Neighbors" Remix (Lyric Video)



Mad Good Records Volume One 

Westside Ward & Jake Palumbo - Banana Backwoods


























“Banana Backwoods is exotic – you want the smoke? / Banana clip hanging, no jamming it from the nose” – from its opening lyric, “Banana Backwoods” starts swinging from out the gate.

Leaked to radio earlier this summer, SpaceLAB Recordings presents the visuals to “Banana Backwoods”, the 2nd single off the upcoming 10-song collaborative LP Dying In Designer.


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The gritty beat merges hard drums with warped 1960’s psychedelic guitars, & once again unites the gritty Upper West Side emcee Westside Ward with his longtime collaborator - Tennessee-by-way-of-Brooklyn producer Jake Palumbo.  Named after the initially difficult-to-find flavor of cigar, the song comes across much like its namesake – slow-burning & intense, like rolling an entire eighth in a Backwoods.

Where sheep reside, wolves will lurk in the distance sizing up their prey, Ward has long painted a verbal picture detailing an alternate perspective of Manhattan’s famed Upper West Side, far removed from luxury apartment buildings with doormen.  While Ward employs a vocabulary as extensive as any great emcee, his approach is very direct, & isn’t trying to leave room for intellectual interpretation –  get with the program, get out the way, or get got.

The working relationship between Westside Ward & Jake Palumbo extends over a decade, with Ward beginning his career as a member of the cerebral rap trio Gotham Heights who released their debut album The Power Of 3 on SpaceLAB Recordings in 2012.  As a member of Gotham Heights he appeared on many SpaceLAB releases such as Jake It Till You Make It, & was a large part of the 2012 Space Camp label compilation, appearing on 11 out of 15 tracks.

Westside Ward took a brief pause from music in 2019 & shifted his focus to YouTube, gaining a new audience as part of “Eddie & Michelle”, a channel that earned hundreds of thousands of subscribers & views for comedy skits & relationship advice. As an artist who used to avoid the camera & media altogether, Ward eventually connected with YouTube viewers through his humor & honesty, & cultivated a brand new audience for himself – an audience that eventually demanded to hear more music.

Ward & Palumbo released their first single off the project – “Collect Call” – in October 2022 & it was very well received by DJ’s especially; an intense record clocking in at under two minutes, it was an easy fit into any DJ’s mix, & was the perfect appetizer for “Banana Backwoods”  If the violent urgency of “Collect Call” got the listener’s attention, then the slightly more relaxed “Banana Backwoods” should lighten the mood in the room…but not too much

Westside Ward & Jake Palumbo’s Dying In Designer LP is scheduled for a November release on SpaceLAB Recordings / Soulspazm Records.

B. Dvine "Radio Ave" (prod. by YungL!nk)

 

The latest single off B. Dvine's recent album release "Louvre Magnate" out now on all DSPs & CD, he takes us on a trip down Radio Ave!

B reminisces teenage years and shares good memories he experienced on Long Island, NY before adulthood took over. With a laid back story telling flow that complements YungL!nk's eerie but soulful boom bap production, B. Dvine lets his friends from the past know its still love on his side even though they all took different paths in life. Come jump in the whip and take a ride down that maze with B. Dvine!

























B. Dvine "Louvre Magnate" Album Download & Streaming Links

CD's available from Bandcamp

Cuban Pete - No No No - prod BigBob


 























‘No No No’ is the second single from the upcoming and as yet untitled album by Cuban Pete and the late BigBob, the first being the tribute track ‘This is for You’.

BigBob provides an adrenaline fuelled banger of a beat that fires up the listener and provides the perfect soundscape for Cuban Pete to call out and unload on all those naysayers out there. This one pulls no punches and is unapologetic in its delivery and in how Cuban sets the record straight.

This track sets the bar high and raises the anticipation levels for the album.

‘No No No’ is engineered by BoFaat and released through Cuban’s C75 Live imprint.

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Sunday 22 October 2023

Hazz - ILL Rooted feat. Wild Samson (Music Video)

Friday 20 October 2023

B Leafs feat. The Game, Jay Royale & Marvalyss - "Jurassic"


























"Jurassic" is the first single off producer B Leafs upcoming third album. It features Los Angeles OG The Game, Baltimore's finest Jay Royale and Connecticut heavyweight Marvalyss. 

No matter what these artists strive for... it's always substantial.  This track is the epitome of doing it big... JURASSIC! 


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 Apple Music

 Tidal

Hazz - Ruthless Rhymez


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Spotify

AIRKLIPZ - NO PRIVACY

Stu Bangas & Da Flyy Hooligan - Anakin (Hooligan Music) (Official Music ...

Paul Wall & Termanology - Wall Paper (No Chit Chat)

Redman - Number Block [J@q Boi Be@tz Freestyle]

Rockness Monsta & Ron Browz - Lettuce and Cabbage (Official Music Video)

Wednesday 18 October 2023

Airklipz - Dooo Shiiiit ft. EF Knows



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FRD FRLN feat. FT of Streetsmartz "It's Like Dat pt.2"


 















Just in time for hoodie season, FRD FRLN presents his latest offering… the "Vibes & Vibrations" EP.

For this journey, FRD enlists a couple of the usual suspects on the production side… JPatz, The Beatenaunt and Piff James. This time around Aaron Green and The Plug Beats are also along from the ride.

Pooling his resources at home and abroad, with the likes of FT
Streetsmartz, Joe Clark and Con The G, the Jersey globe-trotter brings us what can only be described as and audio boarding pass.

Back with the follow up to the lead single "Stay Dangerous" he and FT re-connect, over Piff James' production, to take care of some unfinished business on "It's Like Dat pt.2".

EP download and streaming links
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Apple Music

AudioMack

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Mav & Pete Twist "Long Story Short"


 























Mav (Rochester New York) and Pete Twist( Virginia) link to bring you a mini movie "Long Story Short" co-starring Eto, Jay Royale, Estee Nack, Eddie Kaine, ambassador Rick.

Mav & Pete Twist "Long Story Short" Spotify Link

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Lu Cin Chen "Weight" EP


 














Lu Chin Chen follows up his acclaimed 2022 "NA Meeting" release with a dope new EP called "Weight". 

"Weight" is filled with strong, hard hitting beats and equally hard battle like, nostalgia-laced verses. There is a consistent, cohesive sound in both the beats and subject matter of the verses.  "Weight" has a 90's/ mid 2000’s feel to it which anyone who prefers that brand of hip-hop will fully appreciate. 

Features

FT of Street Smartz, Ruste Juxx, Solomon Childs, Tone Chop, Awful P, Stryke & Tha Soloist

Cuts by 

Dystrakted & DJ TMB

Production by 

Relentless the Tangible, Dilly Fingaz for NME/TRP Production, Tone Chop, Amen & Conflikt of Hellzwind, Sultan Mir, Skinny Bonez Tha Godfatha & Fuzzy Ed!

Lu Chin Chen "Weight" EP

Download & Streaming Links

https://songwhip.com/luchinchen/weight

BlackLiq "The Culture" Animated Music Video


























The internet is fake, but my content is real."

These are the words which with BlackLiq starts off his new single, "The Culture", from his new album fully produced by fellow richmond resident DEJECT aka Bando Mane, THE LIE.

The hidden expectations that are placed upon modern artists to "pay to play", "sell out" and follow guidelines like "promotion over product". All the while the artist is left wondering how much of it is the public/fans in on?

From this dislike and disgust of hawking for the grand sparkling lie and joining the chorus of contradiction that most artists pool into, "The Culture" is the sign that says: “Enough”.


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The Year of Rabbit, 2023, finds BlackLiq looking at the industry traveling deep down the rabbit hole that is "the industry" with a magnifying glass while making notes on all the schemes and agendas that modern rappers must circumvent. So what has he discovered? Vast levels of shenanigans and buffoonery that is roleplayed and presented as content, all for the sake of generating "followers."

THE LIE.

Creating an orchestra for BlackLiq to speak his mind on is DEJECT aka Bando Mane, another Richmond, Virginia resident. The two artists have come together to make a ten song album called "THE LIE" that exposes the twisted Chutes and Ladders game that artists must play in order to get "success" in the entertainment industry. 

BlackLiq even pushes back on the audience, at points questioning their part in all these trappings. You can almost feel a Gladiator "Are you not entertained?" moment arising. The album, with all the right parts of frustration, motivation, self destruction, and satire will be released on vinyl and digital on Bandcamp via Man Bites Dog Records on 11/17/23. "THE LIE" will be streaming on all DSP services 12/1/23.


Black Liq "The Lie" PreOrder

D-Styles & J Scienide - Slovakia (Official Music Video)

Gilly Man Giro - Got Til Its Gone ft. Rick Fury & Deej [Official Video]

Redman - Hip Hop Meant For Me [J@q Boi Be@tz Freestyle]

Wino Willy ft. Street Smartz (F.T.) & Him Lo "Harassment"


 














Producer Wino Willy is gearing up to release a game-changing single "Harassment" on October 13th. This track not only showcases his forward-thinking Boom Bap style but also solidifies his position among the elite of Underground Hip Hop producers. 


What makes "Harassment" even more remarkable is the exceptional lyrical talents of MCs Street Smartz (F.T) and Him Lo from Da Buze Bruvaz, whose effortless rhyming harks back to the golden era of classic mixtapes. Co-produced by Hxxs Almxhdi & Agent X, this single promises to be a groundbreaking addition to the ever-evolving Hip Hop landscape.


Wino Willy's musical journey doesn't stop here, he's already proven his prowess by producing full albums like "GodDon'tF%kWitU" alongside Him Lo. His recent projects include "Gris Gris" with Daniel Son and a collaboration with Pro Dillinger. "Harassment" continues to uphold his legacy of pushing the boundaries of Hip Hop production. Wino Willy's dedication to his craft remains unwavering, and his contributions to the genre continue to shine.


"Harassment" Download & Streaming Links

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/album/03UGmtBFtGm0bC8tlMgLy9?si=zvR0P7y6RqCF0SZaMp4LVg


iTunes

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Friday 13 October 2023

Double A.B. & Dub Sonata ft. Cannibal Ox & Evidence "Street Survival" (Bronze Nazareth RMX)


 























Double A.B. & Dub Sonata are back with another Bronze Nazareth remix from their upcoming EP Alternate Media. The Detroit producer put his spin on Street Survival ft. Evidence and legendary Harlem lyricists Vast Aire & Vordul Mega, collectively known as Cannibal Ox. "Street Survival" 

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Street Survival is the second release off the 8-song Alternate Media project of remixes from their joint album Media Shower, which featured collaborations with Roc Marciano, Sean Price, Scram Jones, Rhymefest and others. Over a decade after its initial release, the album is now available on special edition 2xLP vinyl courtesy of Man Bites Dog Records, and includes five previously unreleased Alternate Media remixes on Side-D from Bronze, Blockhead, Maitre D, Kount Fif and Opto.

Preorder the "Media Shower [Alternate Media]" special edition 2xLP from Man Bites Dog Records here: https://dubsonata.bandcamp.com/album/media-shower-alternate-media

Kurt Solid & Bronze Nazareth ft. Salute Da Kidd "Stripes"


























From Bronze Nazareth and Kurt Solid critically acclaimed album [The Process] we give you "Stripes" 

"Stripes" is an electrifying anthem that ignites the airwaves with its fiery energy, courtesy of the remarkable collaboration between Detroit's Kurt Solid and Bronze Nazareth, featuring the triumphant return of Salute Da Kidd.

With pulsating beats, razor-sharp lyricism, and an unapologetic swagger, this scorching track encapsulates the essence of resilience and the high level bars Black Day artists are known for. Salute Da Kidd's hook adds an extra layer of raw authenticity, making "Stripes" an instant classic.

This banger leaves an indelible mark that demands attention and respect. A remarkable song from a remarkable album.

 

























"The Process" Full Album Download & Streaming Links

"The Process" vinyl pre-order

Cuban Pete x Dirty Fangz - Final Destination prod Boond Aux


 














The 4th single in the #C75Friday series sees Cuban hook up with Dirty Fangz as both MCs wonder about the state of the world and our future in it. 

Beat by Boond Aux, 

Engineered by The J. Hexx Project

Stream/Download

https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/cubanpete/final-destination-feat-dirty-fangz--boond-aux

BlabberMouf, EllMatic & SQB “Mics On”

























"UNA CULTURA" is the real deal crew album, bringing together the illest Dutch MCs BlabberMouf and EllMatic with the raw flow of Chilean MC B. Montes, all fueled by the mind-blowing beats of Chilean producer SQB. Brace yourself for 12 tracks of pure Boom Bap brilliance, dripping with passion and lyrical prowess. This album is more than just beats and rhymes; it's a testament to their hustle, adding to its significance. Copies are selling like crazy, so better grab yours quick and secure this masterpiece! 

Stream and download from https://presavealbum.lnk.to/UNACULTURA

Richmond County Coalition · Hanz On · Fes Taylor · Anthony Messado · Anthony Reed

Status The Marlboro Man “All The Way Live


 














Emcee/Producer Status The Marlboro Man is back at it with a new hardcore Hip Hop track titled "All the Way Live (Again)". The song is written and produced by Status and will release early October 2023. This fast paced "in-your-face" boom-bap banger features underground rhymes and beats the way they're supposed to be: raw and uncut. The Premier(esque) beat changes multiple times, delving deeper into the underground with every switch and verse. 


The title ALL THE WAY LIVE is in reference to the one take vocal track and cypher like feel. This should make rappers want to rap and DJs want to scratch. Think 40s and blunts in an alley wearing a hoodie; and Akai MPCs with black notebooks. Fans of the golden age of Hip Hop will appreciate the less-is-more approach. 


Find the ALL THE WAY LIVE single on all digital platforms. The single will feature ALL THE WAY LIVE PT 1 + 2, plus Instrumentals for the freestyle sessions. Status hails from North Denver and has been a key player in the Colorado Hip Hop scene for over 20 years. 

Stream and download

Spotify 

https://spotify.link/Kdh3eIwoFDb

Apple Music

https://music.apple.com/us/album/all-the-way-live-again/1709794154?i=1709794338

Wednesday 11 October 2023

McGyver ft. RJ Payne & DJ DNS "Rap Caviar & Blood Diamondz"


 























A groundbreaking collab hailing from The Netherlands with this generation's most fearless writer RJ Payne, who has already received his flowers by all time masters like Eminem, Ice T & Busta Rhymes.

McGyver, who is the first Dutch artist to have active ties with legends like Pete Rock, Large Professor and ONYX, rips his usual bi-lingual bars on this slow flow banger that is reminiscent of the production you would expect from today's Griselda camp. After having showcased his bi-lingual style live in New York City and on Eminem’s radio show Shade45 this August, with his national TV debut on “Holland’s Got Talent” on Sept 29, McGyver takes you back to the raw essence of next generation lyricism while his collaborator brings you nothing but Payne!

"Rap Caviar" Download and Streaming Links
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Beneficence & Jazz Spastiks ft. Skyzoo "The Boom"


 














"The Boom" feat. Skyzoo is the second single taken off the highly anticipated Beneficence & Jazz Spastiks "Summer Night Sessions" album (CD/LP/digital), to be released October 20 on Ill Adrenaline Records.


"The Boom" features a very jazzy, uptempo, piano driven beat with hard hitting drums and perfectly executed Q-Tip vocal cuts courtesy of Jazz Spastiks. Beneficence and Skyzoo display a tactful bouncy flow with lyrics that describe the golden age jazz era. "Pull up dapper in a smoke filled room where tours set. The feature on the bill Bricks-Brooklyn quartet.”



Beneficence & Jazz Spastiks feat. Skyzoo "The Boom" Soundcloud Link

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New Jersey, Brick City Hip Hop legend Beneficence and UK based producer duo Jazz Spastiks unearth a timeless treasure with the release of their collaboration album "Summer Night Sessions".

With a completely jazzy street feel and slick written, soothing, intellectual lyrics the Ill Adrenaline co-founder releases his 8th full length album. Over 25 years of successfully releasing independent music, Beneficence set the bar high by using lo-fi, jazzy boom-bap sounds masterfully. 

Following his most successful "Stellar Mind" (2021) release accompanied with a memoir ("Concrete Soul - The Memoir & Making of Ill Adrenaline Records") of his life and music journey, the close Artifacts affiliate delivers a personal collage of authentic Hip Hop music with a brilliant Jazz Spastiks backdrop. Well selected guest appearances in these "Summer Night Sessions" include Skyzoo, Saukrates, Doodlebug (of Digable Planets), Awon, El Da Sensei (of The Artifacts), J-Live, Rakaa Iriscience (of Dilated Peoples), Kid Abstrakt, Shabaam Sahdeeq, and grammy nominated R&B singer Anthony David on a CD/digital only bonus track. 

Pre-order the "Summer Night Sessions" CD/VINYL here:


Fat Beats

HHV

RZA - The Xtra Files Mixed by DJ Flipcyide

Wednesday 4 October 2023

Redman - Benjamins [J@q Boi Be@tz Freestyle]

MIC BLES x BRENX - ORACLE (cuts by DJ TMB)

Cuban Pete x Mannie Milz - Blacklisted prod Poe Mack


























Track 3 in the #C75Friday series sees Cuban Pete linking up with Mannie Milz (aka Stac Milz) out of Brooklyn NY over a steaming hot beat by VA producer Poe Mack. Engineered by The J. Hexx Project.

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RhymeStyleTroop & The Dead Poetz Society “The heArt of The City”


























RhymeStyleTroop from San Diego teamed up with the Philly producer collective The Dead Poetz Society for “The heArt of The City”. Classic Boom Bap beats with clever rhymes and a lot of soul will make you listen from the first to the last song of this dope Goon MuSick release.

“The heArt of The City” on Spotify



























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