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Nas is back. After previewing the song at the Run the Jewels 2 release event in Brooklyn, the hip-hop king debuts the studio version of his new single “The Season” .  Escobar spits over J Dilla ’s “Gobstopper” beat, as pays homage to the late producer and reflects on not being able to enjoy the fruits of his labor.

MAC Media sends the track "Riot Gear" by Dezert Eez featuring the legendary Dead Prez , from upcoming album Magnificent Swords and Fly Jewelz to be released this fall.

Brown Bag AllStar , J57 is featured rapping on, as well produced a joint on F. Virtue & Juan Deuce 's collabo FREE album; New York Strangers ! ***Thanks to Brown Bag AllStars for sending***  Check out the lead single/video from their LP below: F.Virtue & Juan Deuce ft. J57 & Daniel W!shington "Cufflinks" (Official Video)

Last week HipHopDX premiered a brand new Audible Doctor produced single from Tragedy Khadafi 's upcoming album. Stream the track below!!! ***Thanks to the Brown Bag AllStars for sending***

DM360 sends Whatever Is Necessary, Vol. 2: Left Out Stranded Everywhere , by Flushing, Queens emcee L.E.O. . Left Out Stranded Everywhere is now available for free download, courtesy of SoundCloud , and AudioMack (instant download).

Washington D.C. trio A.R.K. ( Anthony, Richard and Keeyon ) presents the Oocyn-directed music video for "Not Cool" , their new single from their forthcoming album Trials, Tribulations, Triumph , set to feature Laelo , Infinite , Lord Betta , Quadir Lateef and produced entirely by A.R.K. member I(Theory) . ***Thanks to Dunn Deal Promotions for sending*** Available at CD Baby HERE: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/ark7

DM360 sends the visual for "I'm Back/It'z War" by Divine . Both tracks are featured on the  Ghetto Rhymin' LP, which drops next Tuesday, and is now available for pre-order via  iTunes and Fat Beats .

Mello Music Group sends the Diamond District track "These Bammas" , from March On Washington , released October 14, 2014 .  Stream & Download below!!! March On Washington by Diamond District

Twenty20music.com sends the 2nd leak from SmCity 's "Empire Falls" lays out a narrative of the multiple forms of neo-slavery that exist today and how trying to escape one may lead you right into another.  Produced by Statik Selektah and featuring Bj The Chicago Kid , Empire Falls drops Dec 3rd . The project also features production from Harry Fraud , !llmind , Dj Toomp , Cookin Soul & more.

ReUpSpot.com sends Mela2 / reDeliver by NatStar , off  The ReUp3 coming Nov. 11th .

West Publicity sends "Rich & Gorgeous" is a brand new RnB joint from the duo JustBrown , produced by Sean Murdz .  Stream & Download below!!!

Oakland, CA ( October 29, 2014 ) - Following his successful tri-album release ​ The Block Brochure ; Welcome To The Soil Volume 4 , 5 , and 6 , E​-40 announces Sharp On All 4 Corners Volume 1 and 2 will be dropping December ​9th .  ​ Keep up with E-40 on Instagram and Twitter @E40 ***Thanks to Li'Mari' (Echoing Soundz) for sending*** ​

Young Sam delivers a new look into his upcoming project with "When The Sky Falls" featuring the lovely melodic​ Jaeden Zoe , from the release, #Trapfornia2 ( November 19th ), hosted by hit-maker DJ Mustard and features prominent West Coast talent.   ***Thanks to Li'Mari' (Echoing Soundz) for sending***

Tamara Bubble is back with an original Soul / Pop / World composition and has penned yet another strong dose of reality! New music video "I'm You" (produced by Krazy Figz ( @KrazyFigz ) and filmed by Manny Mac Productions ( @MannyMacQC ) ***Thanks to Pspell Mgmt for sending*** Download single: http://TamaraBubble.com iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/im-...

Yonkers, NY native the4orth arrives just in time to deliver his "Soulution" for today's current music scene.  "Soulution" offers up features from Gnarly Phelps , Pe$os , Eades and A-Rain with the production side of things coming from Ryan "Ryu" Alexy , Benjamin Hype , Eli Myles , Until , DB and FRE$CO . Stream & download below!!! ***Thanks to We The Plugs for sending***

DMV emcee Dolo Moretti sends his EP entitled DoloLIFE . Stream & Purchase below!!! Tracklist 1. Stuck In My Ways (Prod. by Cokayn Beats) 03:29 2. Remember (Prod. by Jehf Slaps) 03:28 3. Radio (Prod. by Nate Rhoads) 03:04 4. Live B4 I Die feat. ShaMe Aveknu (Prod. by SEZ) 02:21 5. Sayonara (Prod. by K Henkka) 02:22 6. Dolla (Prod. by SEZ) 02:58 7. No Other Options feat. ShaMe Aveknu (Prod. by ShaMe Aveknu) 03:57 8. Faded (Prod. by Ben Rushen) 02:54 9. DoloLIFE (Prod. by Ben Rushen) 03:17 DoloLIFE Ep by Dolo Moretti

SOHH PR sends the track "Becoming" by Middle Clash , this is the final song in a series of six weekly tracks. Today also marks the release of a 15 track Deluxe EP release featuring all 6 songs, 3 exclusive remixes, and 6 instrumentals. Stream the full Middle Clash EP: https://soundcloud.com/sphereofhiphop/sets/middle-clash-wes-pendleton-taelor-gray Download the EP: http://sphereofhiphopstore.com/products?search=middle+clash https://middleclash.bandcamp.com/album/middle-clash-deluxe-ep

Today is Wizdom Wednesday w/Praverb and today's wizdom is from a post Praverb posted during a time when he was unemployed and how during that time he became creative. Check out what the Big Homie wrote below and check out more gems at Praverb.net . You constantly repeat the same routine. You wake up. You spend time searching for new jobs and you apply to those jobs. You have a strategy in place. You call the employers after three days pass. The day arrives and you are nervous. You pick up the telephone with sweaty palms and a perplexed mentality. You try not to "Lose Yourself" and project a sense of confidence as you talk to the operator.   The employer gives you the same pitch that you are accustomed to, stating that "they will contact you if your resume matches the job description."   Depression begins to set in.   Being Unemployed is Depressing There is nothing like being a starving artist that does not have a job. On December 23rd,

Celebrity Jeweler, Big Pope celebrated a 3-part weekend with friends at Houston's prized club "Venue" with Rosa Acosta , Cap 1 , Love & Hip-Hop Hollywood 's Sincere Show , Charm Killings , Jazzy Pha , Stephanie , Supreme Adib , Rap-A-Lot Records / Jas Prince , Aba ReJouis , Slim Thug and more. ***Thanks to Li'Mari' (Echoing Soundz) for sending***

Dominican-blooded Washington Heights, New York City rapper FRANZ presents the ANS -directed music video for "Everything's On Me" , the new U-Dub -produced single from Heir To The Throne: Rise Of The Bear King , his forthcoming album. ***Thanks to Dunn Deal Promotions for sending***

HipHopCanada sends the visual for Fall In Place by Vancouver, British Columbia hip hop recording group Aileron . The track features Strange Music signees !MAYDAY! . Aileron - Flight Risk (Free Download Link)

That may seem a bit confusing right? Well, allow me to explain. By now you should have heard Drake latest 3 songs that he released yesterday (if not check them out here ). If you remember, this is not the first time the Young Money / OVO frontman released a record without any talk, promo or "intent". That brings me to the theory that was mentioned; Drake releases mixtapes without actually releasing mixtapes. CONTINUE READING ***Thanks to J. Good of Str8OutDaDen.com for sending***

SOHH PR sends the track It's Real by Tragic Hero . Stream & Download below!!!

In the wake of the recent, not so recent and far too consistent tragedies and travesties of justice concerning Black men women children and the police, J-Live brings you "I Am A Man (American Justice)" . The title, inspired by the iconic signs from the 1968 Memphis Sanitation Worker Strike , is a declaration of human rights. The song serves as J's open letter to abusive police as well as their apologists and supporters. ***Thanks to Mortier Music for sending*** I Am A Man (American Justice) (Single) by J-Live

DM360 sends the Mini EP Rome Clientel x DJ Concept are Dirt Disciples .

Mello Music Group sends the track "How To Kill God" by Apollo Brown & Ras Kass . "How To Kill God" isn't about killing God, it is a critique of how society and modern life is killing all that should be sacred. Stream & Download below!!! Blasphemy by Apollo Brown & Ras Kass

Dragon Fli Empire is pleased to release the music video for "All Wrong" , from their latest album "Mission Statement" . DJ Cosm 's jazzy production and Teekay 's powerful storytelling are beautifully accompanied by stunning time-lapse imagery of their hometown of Calgary, courtesy of director Levente Kovacs of LK Visuals . ***Thanks to Makebelieve Records for sending*** MISSION STATEMENT - DELUXE EDITION https://makebelievehiphop.bandcamp.com/album/mission-statement-deluxe-edition

Chapel Hill, NC artist Thornbro sends his visual "Invisible (4 a.m.)" , it's his story regarding him battled serious depression. He created this song and video for two reasons. 1) so the people who have gone through serious depression or are currently going through it can feel that they aren't alone. He spent too much of my life thinking He was the only one going through what he was going through, which only made everything worse. I promise you, you aren't alone. You got this. And 2) so that the people who have never had this experience can start to better understand the mindset and mentality of those who have. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 Soundcloud Stream: https://soundcloud.com/thethornbro/invisible

Jeanius ( Jean Exantus ) drops his newly released single “Shine” , produced by label mate Centric , featuring R&B artist Lauren Liparulo . "Shine" is the first single off his debut EP which will feature production by Centric , Ty and Swizz Beatz . ***Thanks to Dub MD for sending***

Loyalty Digital 's Julian Juellz is set to present the second single off "Employee of Art" featuring SKYZOO . It's called "Rider Music" . Stream the track below!!! ***Thanks to iStillLoveHER for sending***

Grand Extravagant Entertainment sends the release of the full length LP by Funkghost entitled “Caviar Taste” . The 13 Song LP is available for digital download on all major digital outlets. Stream & Purchase the album below!!!

Baltimore, MD emcee Twoiney Lo sends his remix to the now "out-dated" or overused "Hot Nigga" by Bobby Shmurda . Stream the track below!!!

Brennan R. sends "Good InnerG" , a new track from Petey Planes . "Good InnerG" features the trademark smooth flow of Pedro Fresco and an ominous beat.

Raiza Biza sends his latest music video titled 'Flashbacks' . The track is from his Summer album which is available for free at www.raizabiza.bandcamp.com and the song is produced by ChoiceVaughan ( @choicevaughan ) with assistance on the horns from K*Saba ( @karnansaba ).

Long Beach, CA Producer/Emcee Average Thought sends his 1st video Robot 24 . Video by: planetedub Average Thought : https://soundcloud.com/love-beat-4 https://m.facebook.com/averagethought (twitter: @lovebeatco )

Ill Adrenaline Records sends the Dirty Version of Hassaan Be Rappin by Kev Brown & Hassaan Mackey , taken off 'That Grit' EP/mini-album by underground icons Kev Brown & Hassaan Mackey , available worldwide November 4th (CD/LP/cassette/digital) on Ill Adrenaline Records / Low Budget Records .  Stream the track below!!!

EFFISCIENZ sends RAF ALMIGHTY x DJ BRANS "Live In Paris" ...LIVE from "Nouveau Casino" in Paris on MC*5 and Hip Hop Resistance organization.  LIVE IN PARIS by RAF ALMIGHTY x DJ BRANS

CuzOH sends 2 Mash Out Mondays for this week. Stream & Download below!!!

DM360 sends the track "Lithium" by Westbay x Prestigious , produced by tC .

SOHH PR sends the fifth song in a series of six weekly tracks by Middle Clash , the track Soul Glow features Swoope ( W.L.A.K. ) on the organ. Stream & Download below!!!

Brooklyn rapper LABBA returns with this 17 track album called "LABBA RANKS" with production from DJ PF Cuttin , Git Beats , Tsarbee , Easy L Pee , Andrey Ligalize & Yogi . It also features Illa Ghee , A.G. the Coroner , Shabaam Sahdeeq & B Rutland . Heres the video and a clean version of the single 2nd single off his album "Nice To Meet Ya" . ***Thanks to PR DEAN MULTIMEDIA for sending*** Clean Mp3 : https://soundcloud.com/pfcuttin/nice-to-meet-ya-clean-labba

Ill Adrenaline Records sends the first video/single by uMaNg , taken off his long awaited 'The Black Rose Certificate' album (entirely produced by B.B.Z. Darney ), available worldwide November 25th (CD/2LP/cassette/digital) on Ill Adrenaline Records .  Pre-Order 'The Black Rose Certificate' on iTunes:   http://bit.ly/TheBlackRoseCertificate

Day 1 : Create it and/or update it ! This first step could look funny because it is so obvious. But unfortunately I come across so many accounts not updated, which is even worst than not existing. Here are some simple questions, and easy to solve ones as well, you could ask yourself in order to make a global check point : Is my name written correctly ? Do not forget that people could be looking for you. They won’t try more than 3 times. So chose it or change your name to the most easy to be found. For instance, I am Cool FD, I make beats, so my twitter name is Coolfdbeats. Try it, type it, you’ll find me directly. Do I look like I am ? The profile picture is fundamental. Could it be your face or a landscape that reveals your state of mind, it must be a true representative. What do they learn about me ? Your twitter biography is a golden opportunity : a large part of the people who visit your twitter profile will look at it. You can catch them (or make them run

Baton Rouge, LA emcee Dedrick Jamaal releases his latest song, "In Time" , which features indie R&B songstress Megan . "In Time" , off of his upcoming mixtape "In Time " ( October 31, 2014 ).  Stream the track below!!! ***Thanks to  Lawanda PR for sending***

Makebelieve Records and Dragon Fli Empire are pleased to unveil the Deluxe Edition of DFE 's fourth album, Mission Statement . After releasing several solo projects, the Calgary (Canada) duo of Teekay and DJ Cosm have reunited for their first group release since 2009. Mission Statement is an honest and engaging album showcasing further growth with the classic DFE hip hop style.  Stream below!!! ***Thanks to Makebelieve Records for sending*** Tracklist 1. Ain't Goin' Down 02:11 2. Mission Statement (feat. Birdapres) 02:49 3. Supreme 03:17 4. The Daily News Pt. 2 (feat. Sadat X) 03:08 5. Superhero 02:32 6. Was (feat. royceBIRTH & Relic) 02:43 7. Back Up (feat. Qwazaar & Thaione Davis) 02:46 8. The Way It Goes (feat. Yolanda Sargeant) 03:00 9. Gimme the Mic (feat. Ghettosocks & Def 3) 03:39 10. Fire on Ice (feat. Lady C) 03:28 11. All Wrong 03:16 12. Chop Chop 02:42 13. Train of Thought 04:28 14. Mission Sta

Cee teamed with Cool FD (Orleans, France) for this exclusive track which premiered on Cee 's 'Emcee Of The Week' feature on Independent Coolness #20 , a radio show/podcast hosted by Cool FD . Stream the track below!!! ***Thanks to The Movement Fam for sending***

Boston emcee Daniel “EK” Ibeh is back with his highest profile release yet. He continues a steady stream of music, following up “Recycled Love” with his newest “Mean Ol Town” release as part of his bi-weekly song schedule. The “Mean Ol Town” aka “The City” track is featured prominently in the Hollywood film “The Inevitable Defeat of Mister & Pete” with Jennifer Hudson !  Stream the track below!!! ***Thanks to The Producers United for sending***

RCA Records/SoSoDef emerging artist, Royce Rizzy debuts the video to his latest single "No Moe" , featuring Sy Ari Da Kid , produced by Kato ! ***Thanks to SMKA for sending*** Directed by Dave Canon & Tim Daust  Listen & Download: https://soundcloud.com/so-so-def/royce-rizzy-ft-sy-ari-da-kid-no-moe

Young Marqus drops an official new video for his hit single “She Got It” featuring fellow Houston native Kirko Bangz . “She Got It” is produced by Yung Chill is and is yet another glimpse of what fans can expect to hear from Young Marqus on his upcoming mixtape titled “C.L.A.E.” ( Creating Legacy All Day Everyday ) Executively Produced By 1500 or Nothin including additional features from Multi-Platinum Def Jam artists YG , Problem and hosted by award winning, DJ Mustard . ***Thanks to Li'Mari' (Echoing Soundz) for sending***

Str8OutDaDen sends their latest podcast featuring Fort Collins, Colorado emcee Curci , they caught up with him during their time at the A3C Festival in Atlanta. After sharing a chance story of how they met, which included Jay Electronica .

Southern lyricist Marc Asylum offers up his first release from his upcoming EP "Scandals of Life: Volume 1" , coming October 30th . The track "Khalil" is letter to his cousin whose life was changed forever when he was sentenced to federal prison at the age of 16. ***Thanks to Selective Management for sending***

M.O.P. will celebrate their 20th anniversary with a new EP, Street Certified, which will be released on 11-18-2014 and is executive produced by DJ Premier . On the latest leak, “Broad Daylight” (187 Part 2) , from Street Certified, A-List Alumni Billy Danze & Lil Fame link up with Busta Rhymes . ***Thanks to MAC Media for sending***

Smoke DZA joins Travi$ Scott on the remix to "Backyard" off of "Days Before Rodeo" . ***Thanks to GFCnewyork-OurCulture for sending***

Al Rocco sends the new Busy Gang 800 Mixtape that features the first successful single “Turnt Up” by Al Rocco and the Busy Kidz ( Koz & Blow Fever ). Bringing flavors none has cooked or tasted before. Bilingually in English and Chinese, we are heavily rooted in the urban culture with styles varying from Hip-Hop , Rap , Trap , RnB and more. Busy Gang 800 Mixtape by Al Rocco, Koz & Blow Fever

M1 Platoon sends another freestyle from Scoopay , freestyle over Diddy 's "Been Around" . Shot by Christian Phillips , Mixed by Umbrella Studios .

East Point, GA rapper/producer Yamin , formerly known as DJ AmDex , presents the Espee Agency -directed music video for "Land Of Passion" , a song from Senior Dues , his new album featuring Tha Dogg Pound ’s Kurupt , Count Bass D , J-Live , Boog Brown , Phene , Small Eyez , Joe D and Sa-Roc as well as production from from Illastrate and Sam Brown . ***Thanks to Dunn Deal Promotions for sending*** This single is available at https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/lan... and all online retailers (along with remix featuring Co$$ /produced by Mr. Rozz )