Spice 1 ft. 2Pac, Scarface, & Devin the Dude - Rollin & Smokin

Could play this all night.  Bay Area stand up!

Hendersin - Just Want To Love U

Detour mixtape coming soon!  Here he spits over Jay's "I Just Want to Luv U."  Expect more tracks like this to drop up until the release.

Download: Hendersin - Just Want To Love U

The Lessondary - Faded

Smooth flow and transitions.

Rapsody - Imagination

She can spit harder than a lot of male MC's...and lets be honest, that is rare in Hip Hop.

Kendrick Lamar ft. School Boy Q - Michael Jordan

Not my favorite from Kendrick, but it still bumps.

Cold Men Young- Det Riot! (+ Album)

Great find by Pigeons&Planes.  They're a group out of Detriot who can really spit.  If you like this one, download their album from earlier this year entitled Champagne Nights/Red Stripe Budget.

Curren$y - Reagan Era

Off his "Independence Day" mixtape, which was his first tape after the Young Money era.  This track is what got me to download that tape....started it all!

Talib Kweli - Palookas

Real rap lives.

Fashawn - Papers (Rmx)

Seems to be the new theme for the Freshmen class of rappers.... This is part of his new weekly Sunday School series.

Yelawolf - Box Chevy Series (Pts 1, 2, & 3)

My favorite is Part 2 (which is an actual music video, so watch that for sure) but they all bump.  I'd love to go inside his mind for a day.  Trunk Muzik 0-60 out now!!

Cassidy ft. Sterling Simms - Cheers

I'm feelin the lyrics from Cass, and the chorus is nice too.  Overall, a great track from a guy who doesn't release too many non-freestyle classics.

Yelawolf EZO Interview

How is he so calm and collected in his interviews, but his songs are always so wild?

Kids These Days – My Days

New group out of Chicago, word to illRoots for the upload.  Don't be thrown off by the first minute, this IS a Hip Hop group.  They could be big too.

Wordsmith DJBooth Interview

He's a veteran in the game yet people still haven't caught on.  Humble, hardworking dude who deserves more respect.

KiD CuDi on "One Tree Hill"

Still not gonna watch the show....

Mr Hudson ft. Kanye West - Anyone But Him

Kanye's verse (and coat) alone got this up.

Dre Biggity - Thanksgiving Brunch (EP)

Wow I was not expecting Dre to release a free EP at all.  This should be FIRE.  He has my co-sign 100%.

Download: Dre Biggity - Thanksgiving Brunch

Bone Thugs-n-Harmony - 1st of tha Month

Some old school Bone Thugs because the Samoan homie reminded me to listen to more of them tonight.

Killa Kyleon – Make It Rain

Killa comes back with his confident flow and dope delivery.  This was better than I expected outta him.  Don't let the generic title of this track fool you.

Jay Rock - No Joke

Again, not usually a fan of "gangster rap" but I'm feelin this Jay Rock song released yesterday.

Raekwon ft. Tommy Nova - Da Barry Sistas

Raekwon spittin fire as usual.  Tommy Nova ripped it too.  What do you think of this beat?

Yonas - "Nobody Else" In-Studio Performance

The combination of Yonas and Phil Ade should be pretty sick.  Yonas is a real dude you can tell.

Kanye West - "Lost In The World" Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Where do you buy that outfit?  Only Ye can pull it off.

GhostWridah - Runaway Freestyle

Props to 2DB on the upload.  The Miami beast is back at it.  If you like this, listen to his "Power" track too.

Download: GhostWridah - Runaway Freestyle

Johnny Polygon ft. KiD CuDi - The Riot Song (The Soundmen Remix)

Lovin the creativity, not only in the video, but in the song and lyrics themselves.

Blackstar ft. Common - Respiration

Cuz the Florida homie Manny got the Golden Age of Hip Hop on my mind.  Where did rap like this go???

Also go find Curren$y's remix called "Shooters Zone."

Fabolous - White N Navy (Black & Yellow Rmx)

Loso puttin on for NY.

Mac Miller - Knock Knock

Good decision by Mac to make a video for "Knock Knock."  It has the potential to be pretty popular.

Fashawn - Pass the Cohiba

Grizzly City's finest is back at it.

Reek Da Villain ft. Busta Rhymes x Swizz Beatz - Mechanics

This is an uplifting, complex beat that they really kill.  Replayed it twice already.

Trademark Da Skydiver ft. ft. Curren$y x Young Roddy x Dash- Skyscrapers

Talkin like an aviator.... Issue 3 is out now, so is Spitta's Pilot Talk 2.  Support that JET movement!

Sam Adams ft. Curren$y - Fly Jets Over Boston

Oldie but goodie.

Theophilus London ft. Devonté Hynes x Solange Knowles – Flying Overseas

I've been waitin for this to drop for months.  YES!

Jay Rock ft. Kendrick Lamar - Diary Of A Broke N****

Honestly, Jay Rock's style has never been one that I liked.  The whole gang life and violence in rap is not something I'm into, but this tracks definitely not just another one of those.  A lot of people can feel this.

Hollywood Floss - My Thoughts

His style defines underground.  Some will like it, some won't.

Charles Hamilton – Back to the Future, Back to the Haze (Mixtape)

Pretty curious to see how this turns out.  I wouldn't call Charles Hamilton the most consistent artist out there, so it'll be interesting to see what he put together for this tape.

Download: Charles Hamilton – Back to the Future, Back to the Haze (Mixtape)

Eminem x Royce Da 5'9" - Echo

Royce's flow is too crazy on this.

Jay-Z - Decoded (Mixtape)

2DB on the upload.  Hetal Bhatt made this tape from the songs Jay discussed in his book "Decoded."  Should be album-caliber compared to others.

Download: Jay-Z - Decoded (Mixtape)

Slim Thug - Black and Yellow

Here's Slim's Southern twist on Wiz's hit. 

Trademark Da Skydiver – Act I

Look for Issue #3 to drop the same day as Pilot Talk 2 by his partner Spitta.  Nov 22.

Kendrick Lamar - Compton State Of Mind

Recently Dr.Dre cosigned Kendrick.  Check out this one to see why...

Curren$y - Pilot Talk 2 (Teaser)

November 22!

XV - Willy Wonkavator

He's got such a good mix of clever lines and substance in his songs.  Actual videos should be dropping from him later this month and December.

Rah Digga - Classic (prod. Nottz)

Thanks to NahRight for the upload.  She can compete with some of the best male artists out there, especially with Nottz tied to her projects.

Curren$y - Twistin Stank (Hard in the Paint)

Just because....

(Earl Sweatshirt - EARL) and (Tyler, The Creator - French)

These guys are just two members of the ten member group Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All (OFWGKTA).  Based out of LA, they are some WEIRD guys that bring a completely unique but ill style to the game.  Imagine a group of ten Lil B's, but more lyrically sound. 

CyHi Da Prynce – Living Wonderful

CyHi's one of the wittiest metaphorical rappers out right now.  Even though I'd like to see a couple songs with some more substance to show off what he's really got.  He is skilled though

Big K.R.I.T. ft Curren$y x Killa Kyleon - Behind the Scenes "Moon & Stars"

Excited to see how this turns out....

Crown Royale - We Gotcha

New Wesssssst Side music to vibe to.

Fashawn - Represent (Nas Tribute)

Fashawn did a tribute to Nas' classic album "Illmatic" and called it "Ode To Illmatic."  This is my favorite track off that.

Casey Veggies - It's All Good

This is old (off his mixtape called "Customized Greatly Vol 2") but a lot of people can connect with him.  I did at least.  Good ideas from a young artist.

"I'm kinda misunderstood...but it's all good."

B.o.B – Don’t Let Me Fall

"Airplanes" got massacred for me solely because it was played non-stop, all day, everyday, on every radio station.  So since then I've never been a real B.o.B guy, but I like this one a lot.  Think it's time to squash this gripe I got.

Wiz Khalifa x Curren$y x Big K.R.I.T. - Glass House (Live)

Pretty envious of anyone who was there to see this performed for the first time ever live with all three.

Will Brennan - Extended Play (Album)

Trust me when I say he's gonna be big.  Just listened to all the songs and was very impressed.  That's the reason for the re-post.  And you all will be able to say you heard him first.

Download: Will Brennan - Extended Play (Album)

(Listen to "Skateboard Wheels" first)

Jay Electronica - The Announcement

Somebody on the Youtube comments called him a "verbal scientist."  Well worded. 

(The rapping starts after a minute)

Eminem ft Royce Da 5'9 - Living Proof

Mean combination from Em and Royce.  They have similar styles in their tracks, so I could've seen this coming.

The Kid Daytona - The Interlude (Album)

This album could be a big break for The Kid Daytona.  A lot of good beats/collabs on this one. 

Download: The Kid Daytona - The Interlude (Album)

Curren$y x Raekwon - Making of Michael Knight (Remix)

Okay, this is an unintentional third Wu-Tang related post, but I cannot wait to hear how this turns out.  Raekwon also gives Spitta a lot of respect.  Real recognize real....

RZA - Tragedy

Because the last post put me in a Wu-Tang mood....
(:43-1:00 amazes me )

Travis Barker ft. RZA, Raekwon, & Tom Morello – Carry It

Finally got the visuals for this one at OnSmash.  What a great blend of artists.  Definitely wouldn't have pictured them teaming up.

Jay​ Electronica​ ft.​ Jay-Z​ &​ The-Dream​ -​ Shiny​ Suit​ Theory

With Jay Elec signing to Roc Nation, expect more projects out of these two.

Will Brennan - Extended Play (Album)

I'm mid-download of this and pretty excited.  Trust me you don't wanna sleep on him.  Support lyrical, up and coming artists!  They're the future of Hip Hop afterall....

Download: Will Brennan - Extended Play (Album)

Devin The Dude - What I Be On

This is from earlier this year, but for those who don't know Devin The Dude, give him a listen.  He's also one of the most humble artists you'll come across.  40 years old still makin music!  (Funny video too)

Yonas - Nobody Else

Yonas is the man.  Definitely look for him to make a big impact in the game come 2011.

Download: Yonas - Nobody Else

Nelly ft. Talib Kewli & Ali - Go

Nelly superceded my expectations for this.  I didn't think he still had it to be completely honest.  Proven wrong.

Kanye West ft. Talib Kweli & Consequence - Chain Heavy

Late posting this G.O.O.D Friday, but here it is!

Jay Electronica New Song Live

They call me Jay Electronica, f*** that, call me Jay ElecHannukah, Jay ElecYamaka, Jay ElecTramadaanMuhammadAsalaamicaRasoulAllahSupanaWatallah through your monitor.....

 Yeah that's probably what most people remember out of Jay Electronica from "Exhibit C." Believe it or not, he's more than that.  Jay-Z revealed in this same night that Electronica signed to Roc Nation!!  Now maybe he'll release some music.  It's been a while.  Great song choice this night too, he'll gain some publicity for it for sure.

Dre.Biggity - Lyricist Lounge Interview

Watch one of my personal favorite artists not only on the West Coast, but in general, Dre. Biggity, discuss topics ranging from upcoming projects to his UTB Life$tyle clothing line.  I mess with him and his crew a lot after I saw a show in Pomona earlier this year, both musically and with their clothing.  They design a lot of the Taylor Gang shirts you see Wiz and the gang rocking.

Check out Dre's music (and cop some UTB clothing, etc) right here.

J. Cole - Friday Night Lights (Mixtape)

He's been killin it with every new track.  This has been one of most anticipated mixtapes of the year- lets see if it lives up to the hype.

Download: J. Cole - Friday Night Lights (Mixtape)

Big K.R.I.T. - I Ain't S***

Krizzle is next up. <---- Remember those words and who called it first.

(FYI last two posts credited to Cloud Kickers. Support that site!)

Action Bronson - "Shiraz"

The only thing to say regarding Action Bronson is to not judge a book by its cover!

Toki Wright - A Different Mirror

 Good lookin 2DB for the upload cuz this one is under the radar.  Intellectual Hip Hop makes my day.

e- dubble - The In Between

Here's another Freestyle Friday from e- dubble.  Dude can really rap and comes up with a mixture of powerful messages and clever metaphors.

Killa Kyleon - Runaway Freestyle

Curren$y introduced Kyleon's music to me, and I wouldn't say that I'm a fan yet, but he does have some good lines in this.

Hendersin - No Rhyme or Reason (Mixtape)

Hendersin is the real deal!  This mixtape should showcase his talents for all of you who haven't heard his music yet.  Give him a chance and download this one for sure.

Download: Hendersin - No Rhyme or Reason (Mixtape)

Wiz Khalifa - Stunt'n (prod. Tha Bizness)

This sounds like it belongs on Star Power aka arguably his best mixtape. 

Kanye West "Today Show" Interview

After the interview, Kanye was pretty mad at the Today Show and Matt Lauer.  He starts getting upset at about 2:45 when Lauer shows him a clip of Bush reacting.

J. Cole ft. Wale - You Got It

Friday Night Lights drops tomorrow!

Asher Roth - Run It Back (prod. Nottz)

These two are releasing an EP coming up called The Rawth.  From the music I've heard so far, they make a great team.

Pries - Transfer Student (Mixtape)

Look forward to hearin a lot more from Pries in 2011.  Young dude with a good work ethic and dope lyrics.  This should be a quality mixtape.

Download: Pries - Transfer Student (Mixtape)

Dom Kennedy - Locals Only

This is one of the best tracks off "From The Westside With Love," which is saying a lot, seeing how all the songs on there are good.  I predict Dom gets a Freshman spot this year.

Wiz Khalifa & Curren$y - Huey Newton

Everything about this song is too G.

Download: Wiz Khalifa & Curren$y - Huey Newton

Jackie Chain ft. Mali Boi & Assasyn - This Is Not Enough

The only reason this is up is because the sample he used is too dope. 

Mickey Factz – Legend

This is off the "I'm Better Than You" mixtape.  Every video he drops is creative, especially off that tape. 

Curren$y x Trademark Da Skydiver - JETS

Not sure how I missed this one from September, but I'm sure glad I found it.

Will Brennan - Skateboard Wheels

His flow is crazy, and he absolutely goes off in this one.  More people should know Will Brennan's name.  This is from his new album, Extended Play, set to drop in a couple weeks.

XV - Right Above It

Pure coincidence that an XV song was just posted.  As soon as I got it up, he released this track on Twitter.  "I'd like to present you with your Fly Boy Diploma."

Download: XV - Right Above It (thank 2DB for the upload!)

Outasight ft. XV - Lush Life

I consider myself a pretty big XV fan, and even I missed this one from a couple months ago.  Outasight impressed me on this too.  On Twitter, Vizzy said he plans on droppin three vids before this year ends.

Saigon - Get Busy

I used to bump Saigon heavy until he stopped releasin a lot of music, so his buzz left my ear until recently.  This one makes me miss the ol' Super Mario days.  Never thought of Mario and Luigi in this light before though....

N*E*R*D - Life as a Fish

In a lot of cases, weird is better. This is one of them, off N*E*R*D's album, Nothing.  They plan to release a video for every track on the album.

Lupe Fiasco - S.L.R. (Super Lupe Rap)

In response to Soulja Boy kind-of dissing him in an interview this weekend...

Fashawn - Bart Simpson

Fashawn released this video today, and I've been impressed with the entire mixtape it's on (Grizzly City 3).

Kendrick Lamar - Ignorance Is Bliss

I decided to check this guy out after seeing a spotlight on him posted at 2dopeboyz.  Needless to say, this video produced a new fan.  He's from Compton by the way, and HHAS supports the West!

Los - Shooter (Mixtape)

I'm dead serious when I say this has the potential to be Mixtape of the Year.  Los has crazy lyrics and passion in his music, so I'm dyin to put this one in.

Download: Los - Shooter

Machine Gun Kelly - Chip Off The Block

Well in the midst of the XXL Freshmen decision madness, MGK has been mentioned a lot.  So for those who don't know him, this is what he can do.  Another Ohio representer by the way.

Aleon Craft - Sunday (From "Stargazing Soundtrack" Mixtape)

Saw this over at 2dopeboyz, and I liked what I heard from this dude.  Great first impression.

Download: Aleon Craft - Stargazing Soundtrack (Mixtape)

French Montana ft. Curren$y - In The Sun

This isn't new, and I don't really like French Montana's verse at all, but Curren$y starts it off on POINT.  All while layin in a hammock....

Ryan Leslie Ups Reward For Stolen Bag

Somebody stole Ryan Leslie's bag which contained his laptop, hard drive, and 10 grand.  He just upped his offer of $20,000 to $1,000,000 for its return.  What in the world is on that laptop?!?!

Wordsmith- Buzzworthy Bangers Vol. 1 (Mixtape)

Bumpin Wordsmith for a while now, so I've been anticipating this release.  There's features from other artists that rep NU Revolution Entertainment on this one too.  Should be a hot tape.

Download- Wordsmith- Buzzworthy Bangers Vol. 1

Curren$y- Michael Knight

Pilot Talk 2.  November 22nd.  Enough said!

Kanye West ft. Pusha T, Big Sean, Cyhi Da Prynce, J. Cole - Looking For Trouble

One of my favorite G.O.O.D. Fridays so far.  Mostly because of Big Sean, but everyone else ripped it too!

Skillz Helps Elderly Woman

Just thought this was cool.  Look at what Skillz was tweeting about earlier:

"Sum1s grandma jus knocked on my window & told me she was lost. I put the addy in the navi & shes 30 mins frm whr she shd be..she's so scared"

"Ima jus drive her to where she needs 2 go,she was shaking. Its 30mins out d way but that's some1s mom tryin to mk it 2 a place she neva been"

"She's so scared she's gonna lose me she's tailgating me. I'm driving slow. I just want her to be ok..."

"We made it yall! She offered $ but I cdnt tk that, sweet lady Shes smiling now! & chuckin d duece! Chk her out"

Dom Kennedy- 1997 (and "From The Westside With Love" mixtape)

Dom Kennedy is one of the best rappers the Left Coast has to offer.  This joints off his latest mixtape, From the Westside With Love, which dropped a while ago, but people slept.

Obie Trice- Anymore

Yes- he's still alive and making music!  Refreshing news.

Cam'Ron - Owe Me

This is one of my favorite Cam songs of all time.  Dipset!

Ill Poetic- Gone

Pretty interesting one right here from Ill Poetic.  Here's what he has to say about it:

 

"A couple years ago, I made the decision to quit my job, move out of Cincinnati and do the whole “persue-your-dream” thing. It’s never an easy decision to make. This song is about the conversations all of my body parts had to have until my brain could tell my feet to walk to the bus station and bounce"

Lupe Fiasco- Toca Tuesdays Freestyle

Without even having to mention the word "swag" in his songs, Lupe has more swag than most artists.  He knows he's a beast and doesn't have to brag or boast.  RESPECT. So uhhh, Soulja Boy, keep his name outta your mouth.

Cleveland's Response to L.J. Commercial

Ehhhh not buyin this one, Cleveland.  Let it go. He did his best and couldn't win a ring there.  Not the end of the world.  Come on Chip/Cudi, speak out!

Talib Kweli ft Consequence- 1st Time

Any project with Talib's name attached to it can be classified as a monster.  Consequence is makin his way in the game too.

Trademark Da Skydiver ft. Smoke DZA- Super Sticky (Prod. Ski Beatz)

It's crazy to see how much Trade has progressed lately.  He's always been good, but he's just been perfecting his rhymes and wordplay.  DZA was on point too.  "Bout to throw water on all these matresses."  Right here for the download  thanks to tgodxjets.

Curren$y Live in Orlando

Creative Control produces some of the best videos out right now.  Here's Curren$y performing "Michael Knight" for one of the largest crowds I've seen on the Smokers Club Tour.

Thee Tom Hardy ft. Skyzoo – A Different League (prod. 9th Wonder)

Great combo for this track is basically all I can say.  Skyzoo was balling on him too.

D-Mac - My Will

Sad track but it's definitely worth a listen.  Now we just need more artists to be honest like this.

U-N-I "Windows"

I actually have this West Coast duo in my own XXL 2011 Freshmen List.  Creativity at its finest.

Smoke DZA - Green House

We got another Cinematic Music Group member here in Smoke DZA.  The other members?  K.R.I.T. and Nipsey.  Nice lineup.  DZA's George Kush Da Button in stores Nov 9th.

Big K.R.I.T. – Before There Wuz Here (Mixtape)

K.R.I.T. has been on Air Strike in the past week more than anyone.  This tape he discusses where he found the samples for "Krit Wuz Here." Right here for the download link.  Shoutout to yourstru.ly.

Pusha T x Kanye West- Hot 97 Freestyle

Both of them KILLED this.  All acapella.

Joell Ortiz ft. Novel - Night Train

I really like this one, especially in the first verse when he mentions his kids.  Real rap.

My 2011 XXL Freshmen List

For the most part, I usually approve of the XXL Freshmen.  Here's my own list for 2011:

Dom Kennedy

XV

Big K.R.I.T

Yelawolf

Mac Miller

Dre Biggity

Shawn Chrystopher

Chiddy Bang

Los

U-N-I

Jon Hope - WaterFire: Collection of Emotions (Mixtape)

"Pressure" was the first track I heard from this tape, and it set the tone for the rest of the way.  Got Jon Hope on replay now.  Check it out for yourself- Jon Hope - WaterFire: Collection of Emotions

Big Sean ft. Chiddy Bang- Too Fake

"Xaphoon you crazy for this one!"  Love the feature from Chiddy Bang, and Big ripped it too.  This is off Finally Famous Vol. 3.

Wordsmith x Centric ft. DJ Noah Ayala- Hear the Whispers

Once you've been exposed to a Wordsmith track, you wanna hear the rest.  Feelin this for sure.  Wordsmith is one of the dopest/most fitting names too.

Mac Miller- Trippin Out

New track from Mac, who's slowly but surely takin over this new school game.