Young R&B artist Elijah Blake linked up with Common for a new single entitled “XOX.” The track features a quality rapper from Common and relaxed production from Yonny & Sleep. Elijah Blake’s shines over the instrumental and truly shows off his vocals on his new track. “XOX” is featured on Elijah’s debut EP, Bijoux 22, that…
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Music Video/Short Film: T.I. “Trap Back Jumpin”
by Raffi Khatchadourian •
The man who once brought us, King, a rap album full of trap anthems is back with a new one this coming Tuesday entitled Trouble Man. To promote the release he dropped a short film to coincide with his street single “Trap Back Jumpin.” Be sure to pick up Trouble Man on December 18th and watch his 10 minute…
Big Boi feat. Little Dragon- Mama Told Me (Original Version)
by Raffi Khatchadourian •
Big Boi is getting ready for the release of his new album, Vicious Lies & Dangerous Rumors, coming Tuesday. The original version to his popular single “Mama Told Me” featured Little Dragon on the vocals and the Flush on the production. Little Dragon gives the song a more natural sound and The Flush delivers and uplifting…
Big K.R.I.T. feat. Slim Thug- “Now and Then”
by Raffi Khatchadourian •
Big K.R.I.T. linked up with Slim Thug on a new track. “Now and Then” has that Southern rap vibe that we’ve come to expect from K.R.I.T. Both rappers trade off bars over K.R.I.T.S smooth production. “Now and Then” serves as the final leak off of DJ Wally Sparks upcoming project, SPKSMEN: Mixtape Vol. 1. Stream/download the…
Pusha T feat. Popcaan & Travi$ Scott – Blocka
by Raffi Khatchadourian •
Pusha T let go a new track as promised and it features his label mate, Travi$ Scott, and Jamaican dancehall artist, Popcaan. Scott’s verse will be dropped off tomorrow and Popcaan takes on the hook. Young Chop, known for producing Chief Keef’s hit “I Don’t Like“, handles the beat on “Blocka.” “My records ain’t gotta…
Raekwon feat. Altrina Renee – 86
by Raffi Khatchadourian •
The Chef is back with a smooth offering featuring vocalist Altrina Renee on the chorus. DJ Thoro does a great job giving this track an old school vibe production wise. Raekwon flowed nicely over the instrumental and delivered lyrically. Lost Jewelry EP is due out in early 2013. Also look out for Only Built 4 Cuban Linx… Pt.…
Game feat. Kanye West & Common – Jesus Piece
by Raffi Khatchadourian •
With the release of Game’s new album, Jesus Piece, around the corner, the title track hit the web. Once again Kanye West only handles the chorus on “Jesus Piece.” Game kills his two verses and Common does his thing on the final verse as well. Boi-1da and The Maven Boys did a great job on the production making…
Jay Z – Where I’m From (Barclays Center Documentary)
by Jason •
Let me start this post by wishing Jay Z a happy 43rd birthday. What a career Hov has had. Carter’s resume is broad and impressive. He went from rags to riches, earned 13 platinum albums (including Collision Course and Watch the Throne), married Beyonce, owns part of a basketball team, and helped build the beautiful…
Game featuring Kanye West, Trae Tha Truth & More – Rollin’
by Raffi Khatchadourian •
The Game stay trued to his word yesterday and dropped the sixth edition of his Sunday Service series. Mr. West handles the production with a soulful sample and a great instrumental. Although we don’t receive a verse from ‘Ye, Game kills his opening verse. Trae Tha Truth, Z-Ro, Paul Wall & Slim Thug are featured…
J. Cole- Louis Vuitton (Extended Version)
by Raffi Khatchadourian •
Cole let go the extended version to his collaboration with Fabolous. “Louis Vuitton” was originally featured on Fabolous’s latest mixtape, The S.O.U.L. Tape 2. The laid back track now comes with an additional verse spit by Cole. Born Sinner is due out sometime in 2013. via RR
