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The legendary 2 x Grammy winning band, Arrested Development drop their new album "Don't Fight Your Demons " that features the lead single and video "Becoming" .  Source: iStillLoveHER    Don't Fight Your Demons by Arrested Development

UK-reared musician Liam Bailey drops the "Champion (Remix)" featuring the legendary Black Thought of   The Roots   and produced by Leon Michels of El Michels Affair .  From the album upcoming album "Ekundayo" , dropping November 13th .  Stream the single below!!! Source: Big Crown Records  

Seba Kaapstad announced their upcoming album "Konke" today with the lead single "Our People" featuring Quelle Chris . The album also features Grammy Nominated singer Georgia Anne Muldrow as well as critically acclaimed rapper Oddisee . The multi-national neo-soul/jazz group combines South African, Swazi, U.S. and German elements into their newest global record. Stream the single below!!!  Source: Mello Music Group Konke by Seba Kaapstad

Baltimore rap artist Wordsmith drops his new single "Black" , produced by Turreekk .  Back in 2013  Wordsmith was a victim of police brutality and has been an active member of peaceful protests in his hometown of Baltimore City. This offering is self-explanatory as Black Lives Matter...Stream the single below!!! Source: Dub MD Wordsmith · Black

  Koncept sends the visual for the single "Safe" , produced by Max Landry   Mixed & Mastered by Mark "Keitel Jr." Lowe "Safe" Out Now on All Music Platforms: https://ampl.ink/2LkJG

  Dreamville sends the Spillage Village visual for the single "Hapi" featuring the legendary first-generation member of the Dungeon Family and of Society of Soul ,  Big Rube .  From Spillage Village 's new album 'Spilligion' out now:  https://smarturl.it/Spilligion

Action Bronson drops his new release "Only For Dolphins" that features 12 tracks, with guest apperances by Yung Mechico , Meyhem Lauren and Hologram .  Source: Spotify

Pawz One pens a letter to the streets and Hip Hop itself voicing his feelings of frustration from being overlooked. Opening up about personal demons that both push him forward while pulling him downward. Produced by Science of Vinyl Villains off the upcoming "Dance On My Grave" EP, slated to be dropped soon which also features production from Domingo .  Source: Below System Records It's Been A Pleasure by Pawz One

Beantown rhyme slinger Mayhem (of EMS) links back up with UK legend Si Phili (of Phi Life Cypher ) and master turntable specialist DJ Grazzhoppa over a menacing synth layered boom bap backdrop provided by Ugly Pitch Records very own The SOULution , to clearly show you no matter what they stay "Shining" .    "Shining" serves as the 1st single off of Mayhem 's collabrative effort " Singleton With A Pen" entirely produced by The SOULution .  Everything from the album's title , supporting artwork (Single art & Album art) , interludes and song subject and themes serves as an ode to the late legendary film director and movie producer John Singleton .  "Singleton With A Pen" starring Mayhem (of EMS) and The SOULution costaring in order G Fam Black , Si Phili , DJ Grazzhoppa , Maree Lawn , Weapon ESP , Vic Monroe , and Don Streat coming to audio theaters near you via Bandcamp October 16th,2020 ( Preorder NOW ) and released via al...

Emcee Rel McCoy ( Toronto, Canada ) and producer Peace 586 ( Los Angeles, CA ) join forces to create a soulful boom bap banger "No More Soda" featuring DJ Kair One .  Source: Illect Recordings No More Soda (single) by Rel McCoy & Peace 586

  Arrested Development presents visuals for their most recent single "Becoming" . The song and video is dedicated to Anthony - a prisoner featured in his “16 Bars” documentary (filmed in a Richmond, Virginia penitentiary), whose back story Speech utilises lyrically. It details a turbulent upbringing, littered with domestic abuse, the moulding of an embittered street teen sentenced to prison and a resulting epiphany - resulting in the character wanting to be a positive Male role model to his young Daughter. “But I know I have a gift and a heavenly mission/ So I’m gonna get a new life by living life totally different” .  "Becoming" is the most recent single off of Arrested Development 's new album "Don't Fight Your Demons" , which was released September 25th . Arrested Developmen t - "Don't Fight Your Demons" : https://officialarresteddevelopment.bandcamp.com/album/dont-fight-your-demons  Source: iStillLoveHER

  Curren$y & Harry Fraud drops the video for the single  “The Crow’s Nest” , off the project "The Directors Cut" , shot & edited by Yuset Pozo . Source: Jet Life Recordings

The legendary Public Enemy has released their fifteenth studio album "What You Gonna Do When The Grid Goes Down?" . The album features 17 songs with guest appearances by Nas , Rapsody , Black Thought , YG , Questlove , Ice-T , George Clinton , Mike D  & Ad-Rock of the Beastie Boys , Cypress Hill and more. Stream the album below!!!  Source: Def Jam Recordings

The legendary Kentucky collective "Nappy Roots" are officially back with the release of their latest release, "40RTY" . The album features 12 tracks with guest apperances by Lando Ameen , Raven Richards , Andrew Weaver , Backwud Marc , Gold Griffith , Gareth Asher , and Rizzi Myers .  Stream the album below!!! 

ASM , the trio made up of producer Rhino , and MCs Green and FP have just dropped their next album ‘Blue Cocoon’ via the legendary indie label Chinese Man Records , which was recorded early Spring this year nearer to the start period of quarantine. They're an interesting bunch as well as are made up of one Brit, Canadian, and German!   Source: Steaming Kettle PR and MGMT Chinese Man Records · ASM - Blue Cocoon

Gliding between enchanting hooks and a hypnotic flow, LBS Kee’vin ’s music is flooded with ambition and individuality. Taking a moment to reflect on his glow up, Kee’vin shares “Shining” featuring 42Dugg . Produced by Flex , Swaeze , and illphill , this collab finds is the Pensacola & Detroit natives display their hard-hitting sound coupled with smack-talking prowess. “Shining” is the latest track following the release of his debut mixtape "Belair Baby" .   Stream the single below!!! Source: Columbia Records  

  With his chilling street narratives and melodic rap flow, T9ine creates a story of hardship, resilience and success. Following the release of his latest track “One In A Million” , the 19-year old returns with “When We Ball” featuring fellow Florida emcee HotBoii . Directed by frequent collaborator DrewFilmedIt . Listen & Download “When We Ball” by T9ine out now:  https://T9ine.lnk.to/WhenWeBall Source: Columbia Records

  300 Entertainment sends the offical video for the single "Trenches" by Tee Grizzley featuring Big Sean , from the mixtape 'The Smartest' . Stream "The Smartest" on all platforms:  https://teegrizzley.ffm.to/thesmartest

Los Angeles artist Dom Kennedy drops his latest project, "Rap & Roll" , a 17-track offering featuring the likes of Casey Veggies , TeeFlii , Niko G4 , 24hrs , and Allyn .   Source: Spotify

Spillage Village , the Atlanta-Baltimore based collective of EarthGang , J.I.D , 6LACK , Jurdan Bryant , Mereba , and Hollywood JB drop their new album "Spilligion" that features 12 tracks with guest appearances by Ari Lennox , Lucky Daye , Buddy , Chance the Rapper , Masego , Big Rube , Kountry Wayne , and Ant Clemons .  Source: Spotify

After dropping “The Soul Pt.2” last week, Reason is right back at it with the release of his new single “Sauce” with Vince Staples .  Stream the single below!!! Source: Universal Music Group

eLZhi drops his new album, "Seven Times Down, Eight Times Up" that features 12 tracks and appearances by Monica Blaire and Fes Roc .  Stream the album below!!! Source: Spotify

New Jersey/New York, Singer/Songwriter R&B , Pop and Dance artist KXLLY drops her freestyle "Watch What I Do" . Stream the single below!!!  Source: Apple Music

  Effortlessly projecting his raw emotions with a signature flow, StaySolidRocky is a rising rap star. Today, the VA rapper releases the video to his slow-burning trap ballad “Viola” .  The video is directed by Dev Kamera .  The single is produced by Chris Beats &  Drumma Boi .  “Viola” is Rocky’s latest release from his vibrant 7-track EP "Fallin’" and following his Lil Uzi Vert remix to certified platinum hit “Party Girl” .  Listen & Download 'Fallin' out now: https://staysolidrocky.lnk.to/Fallin Source: Columbia Records

  Armani Caesar drops the visual for the single “Palm Angels” , produced by Animoss .  From the album "The Liz" ...Filmed and Directed by Lucrative Media   Source: Griselda Records

Mozzy drops his 2nd album of the year "Occupational Hazard" that features 14 tracks, with guest appearances by Wale , Tsu Surf , YFN Lucci , Trae Tha Truth , Celly Ru , Quando Rondo , and more.  Stream the album below!!!  Source: Spotify

Kamaiyah and Capolow drop thier collaborative project called "Oakland Nights" that features ten tracks, with guest appearances by Keak da Sneak and RJmrLA . Source: Spotify

After four years, Soul Khan finally released a new project "Grow Up" in collaboration with BBAS fam DJ Brace .  Stream the project below!!! Source: Brown Bag AllStars

Boston emcee G. Dot (of acclaimed duo G. Dot & Born ) shares a somber, but hopeful new single, “Hunger” , that demonstrates his incredible pen game and ability to conjure so much emotion with his words. The track immediately hits a heavy note with the production Vinyl Villain . Although not affiliated with a larger body of work, “Hunger” may be supported now through the digital retailer or streaming platform of your choice via Audible Cons .  Source: DM360 G. Dot · Hunger (prod. Vinyl Villain)

  NPR Music sends the "Oddisee: NPR Music Tiny Desk (Home) Concert" .  The set list is as follows:  SET LIST  "That's Love" 00:00  "Contradiction's Maze" 03:50  "Belong To The World" 07:40

  NPR Music sends the  Conway The Machine: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert .  The set list of songs performed is as follows:   SET LIST "Lemon" (prod. by Daringer & Beat Butcha )  "Front Lines" (prod. by Beat Butcha )  "OverDose" (prod. by The Alchemist )  "The Cow" (prod. by Daringer )  "Anza" (prod. by Murda Beatz )

Top Dawg Entertainment and Carson, California’s own REASON ​ returns with his new single "The Soul (Pt. 2)" , produced by Lonestarrmuzik & Bregma .   Source: TDE 

Grafh drops his second project of the year titled "Good Energy" that features nine tracks, with apperances by Jim Jones , 38 Spesh , Smoke DZA , ElCamino , Mysonne , Eric Bellinger , Ray Emmanuel , and Sly Piper .  Stream the project below!!! Source: Spotify

The new single "Back Home" by SoulChef and Hydroponikz explores the shift in priorities as a man grows older and wiser. Maturing past a culture of toxic masculinity and superfluous materialism, Hydro delivers a farewell to the fast life, trading the earning and spending of $100 bills for giving 100% at home with his wife and child. The message is served over a fresh, reviving, and relaxing SoulChef instrumentation that we all covet and savor.  Source: Below System Records Back Home by SoulChef & Hydroponikz

Illect Recordings sends the Ess Be produced single "Ready" by Ozay Moore & The Player featuring Rebekah Pumphrey . Stream the single below!!! Ready by Ozay Moore & The Player

  Los Angeles based group SLOP sends the video for their newest single “Nice Sunday” , which is a song that features all sultry, soul loops with driving sampled drum kits that is produced by Julian of the group as well as featuring lyrics from both Eligh and Julian of SLOP coming together to tell a story of a true, perfect Sunday.   Stream "Nice Sunday" :  LISTEN ON SPOTIFY   LISTEN ON APPLE MUSIC   Source: Counter Culture Group

  The duo of Curren$y & Harry Fraud are back with a video for “White Ashes” , from the release “Director's Cut” . The video is shot and edited by Yuset Pozo . Curren$y & Harry Fraud - The OutRunners : http://smarturl.it/et7q61 Source: Jet Life Recordings

The legendary MC Eiht has released his 15th solo album, "Lessons" . The album features 20 tracks, with guest appearances by DJ Premier , Conway the Machine , Havoc , Kurupt , Dave East , B-Real , Talib Kweli , Kokane , Mitchy Slick , and more.  Source: Spotify

JAMLA ’s secret weapon, GQ is officially back with his new EP "A Midsummer’s Nightmare" , produced entirely by 9th Wonde r.  Stream the EP below!!! Source: Spotify

Split Prophets producer duo Dedw8 aka Baileys Brown and 0079 link up with Griselda icon Conway the Machine to deliver the gritty single "Clean the Whole Room Out" .  Source: Blatantly Blunt   Clean the Whole Room Out by Dedw8 ft Conway the Machine

First Priority Music set the tone for hip-hop and forged its way into music culture. Now back with a fierceness, the legendary label is poised to introduce a new generation of artists to the music masses. First up: Arii NoBreaks , a Harlem native charting in 13 countries with the release of "Not Right Now" , in April has followed up with his new release "Sponsor" .  Source: Asanteworks Public Relations 

  San Francisco rapper B3hree has been grinding non-stop in 2020 with multiple releases already under his belt.  B3hree celebrates the release of his new music video "Run It Up" with announcing the new EP "Truth Hurts" produced entirely by Portland/Oakland artist TOPE !  Video directed by  Vincent Huergas . Stream the new single "Run It Up" : https://fanlink.to/dKcS   Source: FVRTHERMORE

  Apple Music recently hosted their own Rap Life Live concert, with the likes of Nas , Lil Baby , Rapsody , and Wale performing at Howard University in Washington, DC. Throughout the show there were interviews with several Howard University students: student association president Rachel Howell , Miss Howard University Taylor Davis , and president of the 10for10 organization Peter Lubembela . Source: Apple Music

After dropping "The OutRunners" Curren$y & Harry Fraud are back with their new project, "The Director’s Cut" . The project features nine tracks with features from Snoop Dogg , Styles P , Larry June , and Trippie Redd . Stream the project below!!!  Source: Spotify

Cinematic Music Group sends the Smoke DZA single "Santos House Party" featuring Wiz Khalifa , Curren$y and Big K.R.I.T. . The single is produced by Girl Talk , from the upcoming album "Homegrown" dropping October 2nd .

West coast hip hop duo Grand Opus releases their brand new album "The Season" in light of the unusual times of modern civilization. "The Season" gives listeners that classic underground feel along with Grand Opus 's consistent and relevant message. Backed by Centric 's solid soulful production, Joc Scholar enlightens with his amazing use of wordplay and presence, creating another timeless addition to their unique catalog. "The Season" is available now via Audiomack and Bandcamp for streaming and purchase, while the major retail release is set for Oct, 9, 2020 along with the music video for their lead single "Hold Ya Head Up" .   Stream below!!! Source: Grand Opus

On "Unedited, Unfiltered (Genuine Craft)" produced by D-Ski the Illeagle from Chicago, Sojourn offers a peek behind the curtain into the mindset of a man intent on doing the work to better himself. It's about self improvement and empowerment through asking the tough questions that reveal uncomfortable truths about his own decisions and behaviors.  Honest art, genuine craft. Stream the single below!!!  Source: Illect Recordings Unedited Unfiltered (Genuine Craft) by Sojourn

  Sa-Roc releases “r(E)volution” , a powerful new music video and harbinger of her Rhymesayers Entertainment debut album, "The Sharecropper’s Daughter" .  Produced by Sol Messiah , “r(E)volution” is an anthem of hope and resistance that speaks of the inevitable change that happens when people understand their power and potential. The music video, directed by Tommy Nova .   "The Sharecropper’s Daughter " is set to arrive on October 2 and features appearances from Saul Williams , Styles P , Ledisi , Black Thought and  Chronixx . Source: Steaming Kettle PR & Management

  Open Mike Eagle drops the visual for the single "Bucciarati" featuring Kari Faux , from the upcoming release "Anime, Trauma and Divorce" out 10.16 on Auto Reverse Records . Source: Open Mike Eagle

DMV (Southeast, DC) rap artist Shy Glizzy is back with "Young Jefe 3" , that features 18 tracks with guest appearances by Lil Uzi Vert , Meek Mill , Ty Dolla $ign , Jeremih , G Herbo , Zaytoven , and more.  Stream the mixtape below!!! Source: 300 Entertainment

DMV (Columbia, MD) artist Brent Faiyaz returns with his new single "Dead Man Walking" , the second song from the upcoming deluxe re-issue of "F*ck The World" .   Source: Brent Faiyaz

The First Lady of Griselda Armani Caesar drops her debut album "The Liz" , that features 11 tracks with features from Westside Gunn , Conway The Machine and Benny The Butcher .    Source: Spotify

"Eww, you lazy don't even hit my line" .... Tamara Bubble is not here for any excuses or procrastination in her latest single "ACTION" . The track produced by Cali based @stankdoc .  Stream the single below!!! Source: Tamara Bubble Tamara Bubble · Tamara Bubble - Action

  Rising Palm Bay, FL artist Cochise makes his fall return with “Lost It” , a head-nodding new banger via. Columbia Records . Along with the new track, brings a drifting-inspired visual directed by frequent collaborator Chivalry .  Listen & Download “Lost It ” by Cochise out now:  https://cochise.lnk.to/LostIt  Source: Columbia Records

  Rick Ross drops the visual for the single "Pinned to the Cross" featuring Finn Matthews , produced by Fuse of 808 Mafia and AraabMuzik . The visual is directed by Spike Jordan .  "Pinned To The Cross" available at: https://RickRoss.lnk.to/PinnedtotheCross   Source: Epic

Abracadabra Festival , the new 4-day livestream music festival and environmental fundraiser presented by ABRACADABRA and Twitch , has announced its full lineup. For 24 hours each day, the festival will teleport viewers around the globe to experience live virtual performances from over 75 artists & guests including DJ Snoopadelic (Snoop Dogg), Tycho, Diplo, Chanel Tres, and Kool & The Gang, discussions and workshops with environmental thought-leaders, wellness activities including live palm reading by T-Pain , interactive magic shows, and more. The festival is free to attend and 100% of the proceeds from voluntary viewer donations will benefit environmental organizations including Lonely Whale, Parley for the Oceans , and Abracadabra co-founder BLOND:ISH ’s non-profit, Bye Bye Plastic , which is dedicated to eliminating single use plastics from the music industry by 2025. While wildfires are blazing and record-breaking heat is becoming the annual norm, this fundraiser ...

MC Eiht is back with the single "Neighborhood Looks" featuring Havoc and Kurupt , from the upcoming album "Lessons" , dropping on Friday (9/18) .

Rob Markman  drops his new single "Still Hear the Screams" , produced by DviousMindz .

Mello Music Group sends the single "Safehouse" by Small Bills (NY rapper E L U C I D  and Michigan producer/multi-instrumentalist The Lasso ) featuring Fielded, from the upcoming release "Don't Play It Straight" .  Stream the single below!!! Don't Play It Straight by Small Bills (E L U C I D & The Lasso)

“Dum-dum” is the 2nd single of Omen44 's forthcoming album "Hentai" , featuring French artist Fizzi Pizzi and underground's most wanted, French producer Kyo Itachi . Source: Goon Promotion

California producer Sir Veterano presents the music video for "Cocaine Rap" featuring California emcee Murs . The Marmo Films -directed clip is the newest visual from "The Gathering" , Sir Veterano 's new album featuring MC Eiht , Planet Asia and Mitchy Slick . Sir Veterano - Cocaine Rap ft MURS  Stream - https://lnk.to/cocainerap Source: Dunn Deal PR

Janelle Monáe dropped the single “Turntables” , which is featured in the Amazon Studios documentary "All In: The Fight For Democracy" .  The visual is directed by Child . Janelle Monáe - "Turntables" Download/Stream: https://JanelleMonae.lnk.to/Turntables From the Amazon Original Movie All In: The Fight for Democracy  Source: Warner Music Group

Dame D.O.L.L.A drops his new single "Kobe" featuring Snoop Dogg & Derrick Milano and produced by Ayo N Keyz . The track is a tribute to the legendary Kobe Bryant and appears on the NBA 2k21 soundtrack.  Stream the single below!!! Stream "Kobe" on your platform of choice here: https://music.empi.re/kobe Source: EMPIRE

Rap veteran Reks returns with his twelfth studio LP "T.H.I.N.G.S. (The Hunger Inside Never Gets Satisfied)" , that features 19 tracks with guest appearances by Pharoahe Monch , Evidence , Nottz , Lil Fame , Statik Selektah , Apollo Brown , Marco Polo and more. Source: DM360

The legendary Rob Swift shows off his absolutely mind-blowing creativity and turntable skills on his new remix of  “Take It Personal” , a single from the duo of Bobby J From Rockaway & Daru Jones . Check out the remix and the release  “One Mic & Drum”  that is available now on vinyl and through all major digital retailers and streaming platforms through  Rusic Records imprint via Fat Beats . Source: DM360

There's no doubt there's a thick tension in the air due to today's political climate. This upcoming election is one of the most polarizing in history. Enter the "The Purge" a hip-hop trio consisting of Wu - Affiliat e & Hell Razah Music 's own DJ Flipcyide along with artists Astro Jiggy Jones and D.A the I.N.M . They combine on their new single to bring you the melodic, energetic and aptly titled "Election Year" feat. New Bedford, MA rhyme virtuoso Revalation (of EMS) . The three emcees exchange distinct flows and dexterous wordplay over a bouncy and vibrant production by Right Beat Radio complete with the hook via DJ Flipcyide . Source: Own Lane Music Election Year featuring Revalation by The Purge

 AWKWORD sends the visual for the single "Ten Demands for Justice" , produced by Jesse Jett . For the abolition of police and prisons. For justice and equality.  For everyone we've lost. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of this song will be donated to Black Lives Matter and The Movement for Black Lives : https://awkword.bandcamp.com/track/te...  Ten Demands for Justice envisions a new society in which prisons and police are no longer necessary, and communities are equipped to provide for their own health and safety. Ten Demands for Justice offers a roadmap for the defunding and then full abolition of police and prisons, beginning with immediate actions to end police violence as well as racism and classism in policing, prosecution and sentencing. tenforjustice.com  thisisawkword.com  @TENDEMANDS  @AWKWORDrap  @jesse_jett  @Vozable

Curren$y & Harry Fraud drop the video for the Rick Ross featured single “Mugello Red” , from the release “The OutRunners” . Shot & Edited by Yuset Pozo . Buy or Stream: http://smarturl.it/et7q61 Source: Jet Life Recordings

In honor of his birthday ( September 8 ) Wiz Khalifa dropped his new mixtape "Big Pimpin" , featuring contributions from Curren$y , Chevy Woods , Harry Fraud , Statik Selektah  and more. Source: Taylor Gang