DEFINITION OF FRESH

Relz a talented emcee representing Virginia Beach, VA (Born in Brooklyn, NY) and co-founder and 1/4 of the label Covenant Government . Relz aspires to create music that appeals to a new generation while staying true to the art that he fell in love with as a child. His previous EP entitled "The Aurora" in association with Covenant Government was released to the masses in 2014. Look for the freshness coming in 2016, such as his EP "Life's a Beach" dropping in the middle of the year as well as the Covenant Government Compilation Project "From Me 2 U" on Valentines Day.  It's now time to check out the interview 21 Questions with Relz presented by DEFINITION OF FRESH and TRADIIO . What's On TV: Into the Badlands on AMC. I'm a Kung Fu fanatic, plus I just cant do the Walking Dead. What's On My Playlist:  King Push - Darkest Before Dawn (Pusha T) Favorite Movie:  Friday, classic. Know every line by heart. Magazines/Boo...

Exclusivity can be great, especially if you're a high profile artist like Kanye West , JAY Z , Dr. Dre , Lil Wayne , etc. But what about if you're new and upcoming artist? Can having your music only on your website site work for you? What problems would I face? Well for this week's episode of The Str8OutDaDen Podcast , they focus on why you shouldn't post your music in one place. Str8OutDaDen tackles age old myths of exclusivity, breakdown why your music should be on EVERY streaming service and more. ***Thanks to Str8OutDaDen for sending***

JSWISS sends his track "Keep It Live" featuring North Carolina-native Topiq , who's also a member of the No9to5 Music collective. The jazzy instrumental is a hidden gem from 1998 by Naked Music NYC.  Stream & Download the track below!!!

Kyle Rapps delivers a distorted, paranoid new banger for those who keep it 1984, with “Bunker” , produced by NYC’s Dollar Bin . The track is dedicated to his brother, Ben, who resides in the rapper’s former stomping grounds in New Jersey. And whenever they get together, Rapps (who now resides in Mexico City) walks away with lyrical inspiration in the form of out-there ideas and perspectives, some of which helped shape the Cannibal Ox -reminiscent “Bunker” .  Stream the track below!!! ***Thanks to DM360 for sending***

Detroit, Michigan producer J. Street teams up with singer/songwriter Janira for the release "Free Spirit" , which is available on iTunes , Spotify , Tidal , Google Play , and pretty much anywhere you can digitally purchase music.  Stream the track below!!! ***Thanks to J. Street for sending***

Fresh off his feature alongside Loaded Lux , Math Hoffa & Lupe Fiasco on J.U.S.T.I.C.E. LEAGUE 's new track, Soul Khan drops his latest EP, "Hugo and Rufus" .  Produced by Deejay Element .  Stream & Download below!!! ***Thanks to the Brown Bag AllStars for sending***

The Brown Bag AllStars sends the visual of the crew freestyling "Off Top" , Top Shelf Premium 's brand new series of exclusive freestyles shot on VHS.

PR DEAN MULTIMEDIA sends the visuals to "First Serve Basis" by G-Free featuring Termanology .  Video by @MysterDL for ILL Mannered Films .

  Los Angeles producer/deejay CUSCINO presents “Saucy” , his collaboration single with rapper and fellow Los Angeles native Nuutrino , also featuring J-Doe of Busta Rhymes ’ Conglomerate camp as well as Roc Nation artist Troy NoKA . CUSCINO recently dropped his single “Bane” ( listen ) on his Fashion Sells Musiq imprint, has scored films featuring Adrienne Lovette and Edwin Bravo , and is host/producer of the weekly radio show “FutureSound” which airs every Saturday night at 11pm (PST) on 91.3FM (San Diego) and iHeartRadio . Troy NoKA worked on Chris Brown ’s Grammy-winning   F.A.M.E.   album and has productions credits on records with Frank Ocean , Miguel , Chris Brown , Ciara and Tyga . “I want my tracks to take you somewhere,” says CUSCINO about the new single. “They aren’t just tracks, I’m making movies. Sure, you can party to it, you can ride to it, but when you listen, I also want you to think. I rep Los Angeles and West Coast ...

Although Ripynt & Carl Roe may have dropped their debut collaborative LP Martians , just five months ago, the Seattle-based duo is already kicking off ‘16 with a rousing new single, “Rock Bars” , featuring Landon Wordswell .  Stream the track below!!! ***Thanks to Cult Classic Records for sending***

DM360 sends The Convocation of Antonio Breez by Boston wordsmith,  Antonio Breez . A proper debut album, it touches on a number of topics while bringing the listener into the world of an artist you won’t soon forget. The majority of the album is handled by producer Kazi Beatz , whose instrumentals range from bouncy, piano-forward R&B ( “Successful” ) to more modern soundscapes ( “My Time” ). Elsewhere, Official Stichel delivers sample-based slappers ( “Can’t Sleep” ), while Magic On The Beats flips nods to J Dilla ( “School Love” ). Other contributors include Skinny Manolo , DBrown , QuietKept , and Chris Prythm . The Convocation of Antonio Breez is now available online wherever music is available for stream and download, through Gittuff Entertainment . 90% of all proceeds will be donated towards Team Jade’s Be The Match donation fundraiser, in her fight against leukemia. BUY-LINKS: The Convocation of Antonio Breez - iTunes • Amazon • Google Play

On "Mind Of A Champion" , Detroit's Nametag Alexander aims to inspire us who have the mind of a champion, and heart of a warrior. Get up, get out and win! This anthem is produced by  A. Will Traxx who also produced Nametag's 2014 track, "Reward" mixing duties were handled by Desmond "DJ DDT" Travis . M.O.A.C. at this point, is just a loosie, but if you haven't already give his recent EP a listen, "TAGLINES" available now on all platforms to stream and download music, including iTunes , Spotify , Amazon , and others. ***Thanks to Dub MD for sending*** Mind Of A Champion by Nametag Alexander

Phraze sends his track "Niggas Be Like #NBL" . Stream the track below!!!

Wane Enterprises CEO and New York artist Bruse Wane presents the music video for "Yuu" , a single from from Earl Manigault Of Rap , his new album featuring the late Sean Price and Chris Rivers ( listen to "Venom" ). ***Thanks to Dunn Deal Promotions for sending***  Download Bruse Wane 's [ Earl Manigault Of Rap Album ] Out Now: I-tunes: http://apple.co/1jDFB2e Amazon: http://amzn.to/1M9SaZ9

MAC Media sends the visuals to the track “Alone” by Sir Michael Rocks , taken from the recently released Populair EP that was released in September 2015 . The Short Film is directed by Jimmy Regular Download or Stream Populair Now... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5rSjo8... iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/pop...

HOLLYWOOD, CA ( Jan. 22. 2016 ) – Actor/Comedian and star of Adult Swim’s Black Jesus , Gerald “Slink” Johnson , was spotted celebrating his birthday alongside fellow Aquarius and Celebrity Publicist Echo Hattix inside of Playhouse in Hollywood. Hattix and Slink were surrounded by friends, family and industry tastemakers for the celebratory nightlife soiree. DJ Mike Danger and Celebrity Host Sincere Show kept the packed house of ballers and beauties rocking all night at Hollywood’s hottest Thursday nightlife event. ***Thanks to Echoing Soundz for sending***

TOPE sends the track YAPER , produced by Chillest Illest the first single from Portland OG, Cool Nutz 's new album N.P.Y (Never Play Yaself) dropping 2/16 . This is a remake of Too Short 's Freaky Tales with Bosko on the hook, who has done a ton of work with Big Boi of Outkast. Also, Cool Nutz has a single dropping next featuring the legendary SLUM VILLAGE produced by TOPE .  Stream the track below!!!

Chicago rapper PozLyrix dishes out a funky, often-hilarious new single, “Water for Horses” , produced by Rediculus .  Stream the track below!!! ***Thanks to iStillLoveHER for sending***

Hailing from two of the most dangerous cities in the US, Jamil Honesty Staten Island NY native, with Baltimore MD being his second home, and Fel Sweetenberg , from Camden NJ, come together on the production of Cool FD hailing from Orleans, France. The two show off there lyrical ability over the hypnotizing beat. SALUTE is the name of the track counting the 4th single release from the Missing Flag project by Jamil Honesty and Cool FD also as a treat there is a remix where they bring along a young but talented and amazingly skilled emcee Ill Conscious for the ride. ***Thanks to Jamil Honesty for sending*** Tracklist 1. Salute (feat. Fel Sweetenberg) 02:57 2. Salute remix (feat. Fel Sweetenberg & Ill Conscious) 04:04 3. Salute remix (feat. Fel Sweetenberg & Ill Conscious) (clean) 04:04 4. Salute remix (instrumental) 04:04 5. Salute remix (acapella) 04:04 6. Salute (Cool FD drum kit) 00:10 Salute (Cool Pack) by Jamil Honesty x Cool FD

Swiss producer Slicenberg (of the Soulslicers ) drops off his latest single "Pros and CONS" and enlists the help of EMS lyricist Revalation to illustrate the victories and pitfalls of the music industry. Featured Cuts by DJ Decepta . The song will appear on Slicenberg 's upcoming album "Keep It Sample" ( Date TBA ). ***Thanks to Revalation (EMS) for sending***

Ill Adrenaline Records sends the second video off Beneficence 's upcoming album "Basement Chemistry" , scheduled to drop January 29 on Ill Adrenaline Records . iTunes pre-order link: http://bit.ly/BasementChemistry  CD , 2LP , Cassette pre-orders: www.fatbeats.com , www.ughh.com , www.hhv.de , www.vinyl-digital.de

DM360 sends the visuals "Noel Poncho" by Fran-P . P certainly paints a picture with his words on The Arcitype produced, “Noel Pancho” , taking the listener along on his trip to visit his family in Santo Domingo at the age of 15, where he explores his Dominican heritage, and experiences the cultural nuances from the viewpoint of a first generation American. “Noel Pancho” is featured on Fran-P ’s most recent full length project, Pancho , which dropped this past May, and is available on iTunes and all other major digital retailers through AR Classic Records .

HOUSTON, TX  ( Jan. 23. 2016 ) – Artist, Businessman and Street Boss The Real Young Lace brought the ballers, beauties and bottles to The Engine Room last night in Houston for the official launch of his empire “Money to Blow” and the unveiling of his “Spokesman Campaign” dedicated to educating hustlers on what it takes to be true to the game, as seen here on World Star Hip Hop : http://www.worldstarhiphop.com/videos/video.php?v=wshhOw5Y6bK0q2Q1l02J . Young Lace pulled out all the stops for the star-studded event and arrived in his personal Maybach to start the night. Stars in attendance included   NBA BASKETBALL player James Harden,  Angela Yee, Slim Thug, J Prince Jr. of Rap-a-lot Records and Celebrity Publicist Echo Hattix who celebrated the second stop of her official Birthday Tour.  ***Thanks to Echoing Soundz for sending***

CuzOH sends his new track "Angel In The Flesh" , produced by Cashmere . The track is off the upcoming album "The Allure" . Stream the track below!!!

Jamaica native and Arkhouse Music Group head Nomad Carlos presents "Game 6" , his new single produced by and featuring Arkhouse artist Sosa . ***Thanks to Dunn Deal Promotions for sending***

The California production duo Beat Bruisers ( Suplex & Harsh Ramirez ) make their debut with “Def By Stereo” . An action fueled album co-starring Duck Down Records sharp shooter Ruste Juxx and LA's rhyme slinger Pawz One . The scenery through sound laid by the Beat Bruisers provides the perfect back drop for Ruste Juxx , Pawz One and Harsh Ramirez .  Stream the album below!!! ***Thanks to Below System Records for sending*** Tracklist 1. Intro 01:01 2. Def By Stereo 03:34 3. Knock Your Head Off 02:46 4. Unphuckwitable 04:01 5. How Real Is That 03:03 6. Intermission 00:54 7. Give It Up feat. Dro Pesci 04:40 8. Beast Out The Cage 03:23 9. LA 2 NY (Director's Cut) feat. Spit Savage 02:38 10. Now 04:07 11. Count Em Down 03:50 12. Outro 00:43 Def By Stereo by Beat Bruisers x Ruste Juxx x Pawz One

Baltimore, MD MC Bravado sends his track "Wanna Love You" , produced by We Are The Stars .  Stream & Download the track below!!!

The talented emcee Th3rd ( @Official__Th3rd ) just dropped a new music video, "Western" .  The track is produced by L.David... #Gliderz shot by @blaqstar91 ***Thanks to DMVLIFE.com for sending*** 

Straight out of Frederick Maryland, Jnyce ( @Jnyce_Music ) just dropped a dope new video, "Negativity" . The track is off of his upcoming "Pissed Off With Greatness" mixtape. ***Thanks to DMVLIFE.com for sending***

Sherrod White announces release date and track list of new EP FRSH X STRT along with New Single "Made It" featuring Hillary Hand . Atlanta based hip-hop/alternative artist Sherrod White is set release his new EP, FRSH X STRT , on January 29th . ***Thanks to SOHH PR for sending***

Grand Rapids, Michigan rapper/producer/visual artist Tekh Togo presents "Black Magik" , his self-produced single featuring Nitty Scott MC . Togo is preparing for the release of BlackWater , his album dropping next week featuring Mick Jenkins , Nitty Scott MC and Dougy Lo Hot as well as production from Mistro , Nixon and Seventh of AGO .  ***Thanks to Dunn Deal Promotions for sending***

After delivering the staggering "Please, Don't Listen" EP in October 2015 , Chattanooga, TN native Myze follows up smoothly with a steady stream of first-class wordplay in 'Say It Soon Freestyle' .  Stream & Download the track below!!! ***Thanks to Myze Music for sending***

As Rite Hook continues to prep his next full-length project ( Modify ), the Boston emcee delivers another standout track with,  “The Motions” . Hook is joined on “The Motions” by New York spitter, Chris Rivers (aka Big Pun’s son). You can download “The Motions” now via iTunes , and be sure to peep previous leak, “The Road” , , right here. Hook’s Modify is due out in early 2016 via Leedz Edutainment . ***Thanks for DM360 for sending***

The Supernatural MCskill ThaPreacha kicks off 2016 with a 5-track boombap project to wet beaks before his album. He addresses different issues whilst lyrically making a meal out of five DJ Premier instrumentals which were originally used on the recent PRhyme album. The EP which is his seventh studio project is titled "Supernat Over Preemo" and he dedicates this to every core boombap fan out there. ***Thanks to MCskill ThaPreacha for sending***

Tip joins Special for this episode of Special Education where they battle it out over the most fun song to make, the most fun video to make, what he would perform for 3rd graders, his favorite word, and what he would perform at an old folks home. Tip tells great stories like bringing Magic City strippers to his house after being released from jail to record “Freak Though” with Pharrell and says he would perform “Whatever You Like” at an old folks home because no matter how old a woman is she still knows how to “want something” . ***Thanks to Special for sending***

Kay Kumar 's latest single ‘SVDS’ is a stunning bilingual power beat that was recorded in both French and English and is out on February 26th .  The track also features Zak Le Ninja .  The video was shot in the paradisiacal landscape of Morocco which Kay found to be the perfect “cinematographic, crazy, wild, fun and adventurous” environment for it. Music website Streets Talkin summed up the result: “The video is breathtaking, his talent obvious, and the combination of English and French worth the listen.” ***Thanks to  Quite Great Communications for sending*** Download it here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/svd...

By definition an A&R is the division of a record label or music publishing company that is responsible for talent scouting and overseeing the artistic development of recording artists and songwriters. This positions were highly seek out by those who wanted to be in the music industry but couldn't play an instrument or rap. So what happened to the A&R? In this week's podcast Str8OutDaDen discuss the disappearance of the A&R position and why they are still needed today. They also talk what makes people gravitate towards music without any substance and they also take questions from their audience and more. ***Thanks to Str8OutDaDen for sending***

The Movement Fam sends the track "Gap In The Bridge" by Crossword x Cee x Notion , produced by Notion with the cuts by Digital Junkie .  "Gap In The Bridge" was recorded, mixed and mastered by Notion at Illnote Studios , Toronto, Canada.

J57 just released his debut (free) solo album via his label FiveSeven Music ! He produced everything except for two songs. Stream the LP below!!! ***Thanks to BBAS for sending***

Koncept just dropped a new loosie...check it out below, produced by Optiks .

SOHH PR sends the track "Home" by Sean C. Johnson . "Home" is the first piece of content Sean C. Johnson is releasing from his "Race the Sun" series. The term "Race the Sun" is an allegory that represents our life here on Earth.  Stream the track below!!!

The Last American B-Boy puts his talents on the mic and behind the lens on display in his fittingly titled new visuals for “The Quickie” , a fresh new joint featuring Chedda Bang , taken from his forthcoming project, Nickel Bag. As for that slapper of a beat, it was crafted by Grammy-nominated producer Digga (for Six Figga Entertainment Group ). If that name looks familiar, chances are you’ve heard his work with the likes of Jay Z , Cam’ron , and Ghostface Killah , among others. If you like what you hear, head over to W.A.R. Media's SoundCloud page where “The Quickie” is available for free download . ***Thanks to DM360 for sending*** VIEW/DOWNLOAD MP3: "The Quickie" - YouTube • SoundCloud • AudioMack

Talented DMV emcee Dolita just dropped his new music video, "Intro" . The track is produced by Flawless Tracks and the video was shot & directed by PrestigeVisionz/Musix Studios . ***Thanks to DMVLIFE.com for sending***  "Scared of Heights" The Mixtape Out Now on Spinrilla . https://goo.gl/9vwtsB "YBAS" Your Beat Aint Safe" The Mixtape Out Now on Spinrilla . https://goo.gl/fGr6mr

Its going up from here!  TWENTY has some FREE music for you...8 # Twenty albums [ 160+ songs ] that go for $80 total... TWENTY wants you to have for them for  FREE!FREE!FREE!  TWENTY is  doing this because he's promoting his new album PREHOES which will be dropping soon! [release date TBA]  and he wants everyone on his fan-email-list to download all his music for free before buying the new album when it comes out! GET it here! : http://www.twentytapes.com/get-all-twenty-music Follow TWENTY here: www.twitter.com/twentygmind www.facebook.com/therealtwenty www.youtube.com/c/twentytv www.instagram.com/twentygmind

San Diego-based, Gardena, California-bred rapper Kahlee presents "Champion" , his collaboration with Los Angeles producer Soulplusmind ( Method Man , Gyptian ) which will appear on Kahlee 's forthcoming EP Loogie .  Stream & Download the track below!!! ***Thanks to Dunn Deal Promotions for sending***

A couple of weeks ago Devine Carama got 2016 started with the first part of a jackin' for beats project entitled "500 Bars to Glorious" . Today, he returns with 180 bars for part 2 featuring nothing but classic instrumentals from the one & only 9th Wonder . ***Thanks to Devine Carama for sending*** Devine Carama - 500 Bars to Glorious Pt 1 :   https://soundcloud.com/devinecarama/500-bars-to-glorious-pt-1

The Bridge Promotion sends the second single from NY emcee Redrum 's available mixtape "Crack The Surface" . Stream & Download the track below!!!

As 2016 Hip Hop Feuds begin rolling, so does the music that Jus Daze has in store for us. This witty teaser produced by Larry Legend lets us know that since stepping back inside the Battle Rap Arena, Jus Daze is NOT entertained by these Hip Hop antics.  ***Thanks to Jus Daze for sending***

This is the second video off Mayhem & Soulslicers impending "Soul It May Seem" album, aptly titled "Patriots" for it's play on the NFL team's colors. Legendary Boston MC's Edo.G ( Special Teamz / A&E ), Big Shug ( Gangstarr Foundation ), and seasoned veteran M-Dot ( EMS ) accompany uprising lyricist Mayhem ( EMS ), as they pay homage to their city, colors and team. While avoiding the cliche tribute record, each emcee uses individual verses, utilizing wordplay to articulate separate colors (Red, Blue, Silver) amalgamating into the "Patriots" voltron style. Big Shug provides the hook on this conceptual single, Soulslicers lay the drums and DJ LP2 handles scratch duties. ***Thanks to Revalation (EMS) for sending***