Phil Ade "Deadlines" [2011]

New single from Phil Ade just received some visual treatment. Check it out...

Big K.R.I.T. (Last King 2: God's Machine (Mixtape)) [2011]

Not as good as Big K.R.I.T.'s last release, but it is a mixtape and that is sometimes to be expected. Nonetheless, here are a few that stood out:

2. The Big Payback (Prod. by Big K.R.I.T.)


6. Pimps (Remix) Feat. 2 Chainz & Bun B


8. Fulla Shit Feat. Yelawolf & RITTZ [SKIP THROUGH THE CHORUS]


22. Rotating Valets (DJ Breakem Off Mix) Feat. Wiz Khalifa & Bun B

Kendrick Lamar (Section.80) [2011]

People are all about this album. Now I'm not saying the man isn't talented (even though his style is a little different), I just would like to have heard an album with better beats because his flow can be ridiculous if the beat allows it! Just listen to his potential... he reminds me of an angry Kanye West but with a quicker tongue.

2. Hol' Up


3. A.D.H.D [Official Music Video]


12. Rigamortis


14. Blow My High (Members Only)


16. HiiiPower [Official Music Video]

Kids These Days "Clear Eyes" [2011]

Just came across this brand new Kids These Days single. It is alright, super mellow...

Clear Eyes (Prod. by Blended Babies)

Dom Kennedy (From the Westside With Love II (Mixtape)) [2011]

Haven't listened to any track but New Jeeps...

13. New Jeeps ft. Asher Roth & Mikey Rocks (Prod. by Chuck Inglish)

Rockie Fresh & Casey Veggies "Duckin N Dodgin" [2011]

Here's a new single from Rockie Fresh & Casey Veggies, neither of which I know anything about. The beat is dank, but the lyrics could certainly be better.

Duckin N Dodgin

G-Eazy (The Endless Summer (Mixtape)) [2011]

I've been listening to G-Eazy's music for a while now but haven't posted anything because none of his tracks are ever really 5 stars. However, he just put out this mixtape together with some of his better attempts at music. The problem with his music is that he sometimes comes across as childish or it sounds like he is trying to make his voice raspier than it really is. Beats are nice though...

3. Runaround Sue


5. Make-Up Sex


7. All I Could Do (Sample from LCD Soundsystem's Dance Yourself Clean)


8. Waspy


10. Run ft. Team Robot

Jay-Z & Kanye West (Watch The Throne) [2011]

Definitely better than Jay-Z and Kanye West's last albums. Take a listen...

3. Niggas in Paris


5. Gotta Have It


7. That's My Bitch


9. Who Gon' Stop Me


10. Murder to Excellence

B.o.B aka Bobby Ray "High Life" [2011]

New single from Bobby Ray on his asian adventures...

High Life

Coughee Brothaz (Fresh Brew) [2011]

In 2007, Devin the Dude (Devin Copeland) launched his own record label, Coughee Brothaz Music, which allowed him the ability to release independent music. The Coughee Brothaz travel around on tour with him and are basically his backup sound, as well as a promotional label to launch the careers of other artists, groups, and producers. Check out some of the more well crafted tracks from their 3rd studio album Fresh Brew:

2. Blunts and Pens


3. Got Bills to Pay


8. Who Got That Funk? (Sorry No Link Available)

14. I Love Gettin Stoned

Honors English "Flying High ft. Lupe Fiasco & TL Cross" [2011]

So this dude got lucky and made an OK beat THEN copped a semi-dope verse from Lupe. This track doesn't have a home yet, but I'll let you know when the album/mixtape comes out. According to English, “This song emanates from the emotions found in the horns. The mood of the instruments seems to elevate me to a higher place every time they reach my ears. At once smooth and triumphant, this record is a mantra for achievement and inspiration and the core of why I make music.” I didn't really feel that way, but you can be the judge...

Flying High ft. Lupe Fiasco & TL Cross (Prod. by Needlz)

GLC "Get Paper Stack Change ft. Cory Mo" [2011]

Here's a fresh leak of a yet to be released mixtape from GLC and producers Blended Babies called Cathedral. This track has an old school vibe to it, which is nice to kickback to.

Get Paper Stack Change ft. Cory Mo

Foster The People (Torches) [2011]

Normally I wouldn't post anything from an Indie Pop Band, but "Pumped Up Kicks" is stuck in my head so I felt it was only fitting that it get stuck in your head too. Though I don't know much about this band I do know this is their first studio album.

1. Helena Beat


2. Pumped Up Kicks

DJ Day (Way Out Of Living (Mixtape)) [2011]

If you like music that oozes talent and musical ability, then you will love this chill-out mix by DJ Day. I don't even know what else to say, it's that good.

Free Download from DJ Day

Or Just Listen To It Here

Tracklist (Great source for new artists):
1. Lord Echo – Sword Cane
2. Javelin – Tell Me What It Will Be
3. Cro Magnon – The Boxer
4. The Eliminators – Loving Explosion
5. Major Ernie – Pon Di Girls (Bird Peterson Remix)
6. Ray Camacho & The Teardrops – Si Si Puede (LOA Remix)
7. Toni Tornado - Podes Crer Amizade
8. A Bossa Eletrica – Sob a Luz Do Sol
9. Fudge Fingas – Getting Together
10. Linear Movement – Way Out of Living
11. Lee Perry – Jungle Lion
12. The Bees – Got to Let Go
13. La Tromba - Calaba Calabao
14. The Hackney Colliery Band – Africa
15. Super 3 – Standing on the Top (DJ Day edit)
16. Charanga 76 – Good Times
17. Logg - I Know You Will (JM After-Session M&M Mix)
18. Darryl Douglas Inc.- Holding On
19. Levek – Look On the Bright Side

Chiddy Bang (Peanut Butter And Swelly (Mixtape)) [2011]

Members: Chiddy & Xaphoon Jones (Producer)
Though I'm still awaiting their studio album release, this mixtape with all the rejects will do for now. Chiddy takes the opportunity to make many references to his new Guinness World Record for "the longest freestyle rap". I just finished my first run through and here are the tracks I'd listen to a second time, which is more than I can say for most mixtapes these days.

1. Cameras


4. Too Much Soul


6. Guinness Flow


7. I Can't Stop (Freestyle)


8. Jacuzzi / Lost In The Vapors


9. High As The Ceiling (ft. eLDee The Don)


13. Nobody Has It Down

Phil Ade (#PhilAdeFriday) [2011]

Genre: Hip Hop / Lyrical
Check out this up and coming hip hop artist from DC with a laid-back flow. He has been putting out a track every Friday (in other words this is not a studio album or a mixtape) to keep his fans interested and in the loop. These beats may not be originals but Phil's lyrics have their moments or at least I think so...

1. This Feelin' (Freestyle)


2. Phillin 'Em


3. Break Me Off


5. After Party (Freestyle)


6. Never Left (Guess Who's Back Freestyle)


7. Watchu Want Phil (prod. by Sunny Norway)

Star Slinger (Volume 1) [2010]

Here is a dope, beat tape from Manchester producer Star Slinger. Other than the intro I can't say anything really grabbed me but you can decide for yourself...

1. Mornin'

Damu The Fudgemunk & Buff1 (Limited Edition 7" Vinyl) [2011]

I've always loved Damu's production and now that he's teamed up with Buff1 for a more on-point flow, I had to hit you guys with this 2 track vinyl...there is only one link though...

Truly Get Yours & When the Winter Comes

Chiddy Bang (The Swelly Life REJECTS) [2011]

For those of you that can't wait for Chiddy Bang's new album "The Swelly Life" to drop...here are two web-released tracks that did not make the cut. Listen to them, don't worry its not a waste of time just because they are rejects.

Rebel


Baby Roulette ft. Train

Big K.R.I.T. (Return of 4Eva (Mixtape)) [2011]

Now Big K.R.I.T. has been making some noise lately and getting his name out there in the music world. Some have been comparing his style to UGK, which is understandable when you hear "R4 Theme Song". This mixtape leaves a little to be desired towards the later half, but I'd say Big K.R.I.T. has the right idea.

3. R4 Theme Song


4. Dreamin'


5. Rotation

6. My Sub