DEFINITION OF FRESH

Today is the birthday of the legendary Pimp C and I re-upped (originally posted on 12.29.20) this edition of the entire classic Pimp C interview with Atlanta's Hot 107.9 and a mix of some of his hits. Listen to DEFINITION OF FRESH PODCAST: PIMP C TRIBUTE EDITION (Mixed by J. Rizzle) by J. Rizzle on hearthis.at

Westside Gunn , Conway The Machine , and producer The Alchemist is finishing up 2023 strong with their collaborative release “Hall & Nash 2″ , the scrapped sequel to their 2015 project. The release features 9 tracks, including a guest appearance from ScHoolboy Q . Stream the release and enjoy!!!

Boston bar mangler Big Dese and Floridian boom bap beatsmith Mike Martinez have been on a hell of a tear in 2023. Now, they are finishing the year off strong with their 4th project, "GUIDO SOUL" , that features lush soul sampled beats by Martinez and witty, topical rhymes from Dese. GUIDO SOUL by Big Dese x Mike Martinez

  Good Compenny shares the official visualizer for the single "All The Above" by Vallejo, CA rap artist LaRussell , produced by Skeyez . Recording Engineer: Chowmein , DP: Splash , and Cam Ops: Splash .

  PaperChaserDotCom shares the official music video for the single "Whispering" by Cory Gunz featuring Styles P & Whispers , produced by Black Saun . This is the lead single of Cory's 1st "Loosie Pack" Series.  The video is directed by Streat Heat .  "Loosie Pack 1" : Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/album/3IBx2m...   "Loosie Pack 2" : Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/album/66D5qX...

Brooklyn, NY rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer Kota The Freind shares his single "Oregon" . 

Darko The Super & Homeboy Sandman share their collaborative release "Now!" . Saxophone and guitar on "In Dreams" , and "Always Rhyme (Darko Goes to Brooklyn Remix)" performed by Jarad Selner aka Saxsquatch . Vocals on "In Dreams" performed by Alora Eisen Souza . Artwork by Gum Village . Now! by Darko the Super featuring Homeboy Sandman

Joey Majors closes off the year with his new album entitled “Mirrors to my Soul“ . The album features appearances by Vip Life family Eto , Big Yount , Thavid Ruffin , Heleos , J'Rell & Rampage .

  Following the heels of “Plug” featuring Tragedy Khadafi and Big Twins , Omen44 is back with a new collaboration featuring Japan’s very own BudaMunk along with Canada’s Raz Fresco and Shadow The Great ( Loaf Muzik ) representing Brooklyn, NY. Newer generation to golden generation, East to West, and internationally…smuggling cultures from all corners to embrace Hip Hop’s reign during its 50th Anniversary.

Port Arthur and Houston, TX  rap legend  Bun B and veteran producer Statik Selektah share their collaborative release "Trillstatik 3" the latest in the "Trillstatik" series. The release features 15 tracks with guest appearances by Benny The Butcher , Rome Streetz , Method Man , Paul Wall , Boldy James , Talib Kweli , Smoke DZA , Smif N Wessun , and more. Trillstatik 3 by Bun B & Statik Selektah

Houston, TX rap artist Propain shares his album "Made From Scratch" , that features 13 tracks with guest appearances by Big K.R.I.T. , Sauce Walka , OTB Fastlane , DJ Chose , Z-Ro , Freddie Gibbs , Devin The Dude , BeatKing , Monaleo , and That Mexican OT . Stream the album and enjoy!!! Made from Scratch by Propain

Navigate cautiously in "Darkest Hour II" , by Y.N.X. 716 & Aaqil Ali and Canadian producer IM'PERETIV. This hauntingly contemplative track echoes the warning, "Be careful who you roll with, get money with, and attach to" . 

Kaspa teams up with R&B soul singer Lee Wilson for his latest single Why;Try . The melancholy track speaks to the digital age of appearances with both artist playing of each other including a back and fourth on the third verse. "It's all in reference to the online persona and image people try to create. Where the phrase things aren't always as they seem has become the norm. Why Try so hard to portray this? Why Try to even explain the reasons it doesn't even matter?" says Kaspa .

  Kil Ripkin and Jah Freedom join forces in their latest single, "In Search Of" , where Kil Ripkin 's powerful baritone delivery takes center stage over Jah Freedom's infectious beats and heavy-hitting drums.  The dynamic collaboration from their album "Self Medicate" , explores themes of self-discovery and authenticity, as Ripkin passionately delves into the pursuit of better days and personal growth. With a commanding presence, the MC implores listeners to stay true to themselves while navigating life's journey, making "In Search Of" a compelling anthem for those seeking both introspection and improvement.  Download & Streaming Links:   Spotify :  https://open.spotify.com/track/2sJfYn4Ck5YtdbV61MHexJ?si=175ba97  Apple Music:  https://music.apple.com/us/album/in-search-of/1711397048?i=1711397050&app=itunes  Bandcamp :  https://jahfreeonthebeat.bandcamp.com/album/in-search-of

  Duck Down Music shares the official video for the single "The Routine" by Los Angeles, CA based Producer/DJ Tone Spliff and Crown Heights, Brooklyn, NY rap artist Ruste Juxx .

  Big Hit shares the official video for the single "Red Lotion" featuring RJ  and Jay Worthy , from Big Hit ’s debut solo album “The Truth Is In My Eyes” produced by Hit-Boy .  The video is shot & edited by THIRDEYERAZ with video production by NU.WAV .  OFFICIAL ALBUM, MERCH, VIDEOS & MORE: https://www.bighitnupid.com

Conway The Machine and German producer Wun Two share their collaborative release "Palermo" . The release features 10 tracks with guest appearancves by KNDRX  and Goosebytheway . Stream the release and enjoy!!!

Atlanta, GA-based rapper Russ shares "Said It Freestyle" , produced by Loof and Sucuk . The freestyle follows his critically-acclaimed album, Santiago and his Chomp 2.5 EP. Stream the freestyle and enjoy!!!

The long-awaited 4th chapter in the ongoing Gucci Ghost saga by Detroit, MI rap artist Mickey Diamond and producer Big Ghost Ltd . The release features 10 tracks with guest appearances by Ty Farris , Bori Rock , Big Trip , Shaykh Hanif , and Snotty . Stream the release and enjoy!!! Gucci Ghost 4 by Mickey Diamond

  As 2023 draws to a close, Central Cee is ready to round off the year; gearing up to drop a new track titled “Entrapreneur” . A raw, unfiltered rap release, the single is an authentic look back into Cench’s journey to the top, and his hectic schedule of the past two years. Filmed in London and Rovaniemi, the video sees Cench and friends showcasing their entrepreneurial spirit.  Stream Here 🎵 https://centralcee.lnk.to/Entrapreneur

  The Sauce Familia / EMPIRE share the official video for the single "Switches & AR's" by Houston, TX rap artist Sauce Walka featuring Philly rap veteran Freeway . The single appears on the album “DAT BOY DEN" .  Listen to the album "DAT BOY DEN" . Out Now!  Stream: https://music.empi.re/datboydenalbum

  Sacramento, CA rap artist Mozzy shares the official video for the single "MISS BIG BRUH" .  The video is shot and directed by AdamKG .

Detroit, MI rap artist Mickey Diamond and producer Big Ghost Ltd shares the 3rd chapter in the ongoing Gucci Ghost saga...All instrumentation by the infamous Hector Puente Colon Jr & The Santiago Men's Basketball Philharmonic Orchestra with additional production by Mickey Diamond . All cuts performed by DJ Swab . Gucci Ghost 3 by Mickey Diamond

  They don’t pass the rock but they sure can spit. Lyrical legends Planet Asia , MidaZ The BEAST and A.L. are “Ball Hogs” in new single out now via all DSP’s. Over a particularly hard-hitting soundscape (Produced by TzariZM) the trio drop divine bars of fury.  “Ball Hogs” appears on the newly released Planet Asia and MidaZ The BEAST collaborative LP And 1 Rap Sh*t out now!

"Capital M" stands for marlonhil and Mustaq Ali but also their home city's Munich and Manchester. This album represents Realness, "doing you", not adapting to whatever is trending at the moment. It is an authentic piece of music packed with interresting, thought provoking, but also funny and entertaining lyrics written and performed by both marlonhil and his cousin Mustaq Ali . These bars are backed by Golden Ara HipHop influenced productions of marlonhil who also is 1/3 of the rap group ArOzA Crew . Capital M by marlonhil & Mustaq Ali

  J57 linked up with long-time friend & collaborator, Sid Wilson ( Slipknot ) to create a remix for Sid's artist/rapper, Ricardo Grimm . J57 & Sid created this remix at Ozzy Osbourne 's house in October of 2022 & shot the video with legendary music video director Henry Lipatov ( Eminem , Jennifer Lopez , 50 Cent , Demi Lovato ).

  Dreamville / Interscope Records shares the official video for the single "Dr. O'blivion" , from the album “We Only Talk About Real Shit When We’re Fucked Up” . The video is directed by Martin Klapperbei n and Aidan Tanner .  Stream “We Only Talk About Real Shit When We’re Fucked Up” Here: https://BAS.lnk.to/WOTARSWWFU

  Republic Records shares the official video for the single "You Broke My Hear" by Drake , from his abum 'For All the Dogs Scary Hours Edition' . The video was directed by Theo Skudra .

Houston, TX rap veteran Paul Wall shares his latest album "The Great Wall" , that features 13 tracks with guest appearances by Lil Keke , Yung Al , That Mexican OT , Bun B , Chalie Boy , and more.

PR DEAN MULTIMEDIA shares the single "On God" by Joey Majors featuring J'Rell , produced by the R&B singer himself man of many talents. Stream the sngle and enjoy!!!

Lasting Impressions II: The Impressionable is the 4th full-length release from the emcee/producer duo uMaNg & B.B.Z Darney . This marks their 1st release in over 9 years. The album is a follow-up sequel to their 2012 debut, Lasting Impressions . The LP serves as a spiritual successor, & re-introduction after such a hiatus from the independent scene. The album's sound is self-described as "Lightening-in-a-bottle" , as it's intricately crafted 10 tracks were recorded in just under 90 days from March-June of 2023 . Lyrically complex, & sonically bombastic, uMaNg & B.B.Z Darney delve into more abstract themes & dense subject matter. The three features on the record come from Halfcut , Hex One of the duo Epidemic and fellow long-time collaborator, D REV . Lasting Impressions II: The Impressionable by uMaNg

  Truth connects with Q-Boro rap governor, Royal Flush for their funky, head-nodding new banger, “Queens Carnivores” . The track pays homage to the borough that raised both emcees because, as Truth says, “I owe it to Queens to help in some way for keeping tradition alive!”   Directed by Los of Classic Material NY and edited by 40oz Productions , the video serves as the official debut leak taken from Truth ’s forthcoming new project, Nostalgia ThEraPy , which serves as a follow-up to 2022’s All Intents and Purposes LP, both of which are produced by the legendary production duo, Da Beatminerz .

  The official video for the new single from Propain featuring and produced by Big K.R.I.T. , off the upcoming album Made From Scratch available everywhere 12.22.23 . The video is directed by Timothy Lens .

  Watch the official video for SHOUTS TO ME by Dave East & Cruch Calhoun , produced by mixed by Kamilion . The single appears on their collaborative album "30 FOR 30" .  Dave East & Cruch Calhoun 's new album "30 FOR 30" is out now!  Buy/Stream 30 FOR 30 : https://orcd.co/30for30

Brooklyn, NY rap artist Maino shares "K.O.B. 4" , the latest in the "K.O.B." mixtape series. The mixtape features 15 tracks with guest appearances by Jim Jones , Fabolous , Giggs , Fat Boy Izzo , Stu Babyz , and Lyrivelli .

Harlem, NY rap artist and member of the hip hop group A$AP Mob A$AP Twelvyy shares "Kid$ Gotta Eat Da Deluxe" , that features 5 additional tracks with guest appearances by A$AP Rocky , A$AP Ant , A$AP Ferg , QT7 Quanny , and Rome Streetz .

"SFYL" aka "Screaming For Four Life" - Written and Produced by Status The Marlboro Man is Available Now on All digital platforms. No-noncense production and deep lyrics give this underground classic a level of maturity not heard in many Underground Hip Hop tracks. The violins and deep bass compliment Status's deep voice and gruff delivery. Status The Marlboro Man is an Emcee and producer from the mile high city. Status has been releasing quality hardcore Hip Hop for 20 years. He has worked with legends Sadat X , Pacewon , Slaine and more. Add this to your playlist today and keep a lookout for more great Hip Hop from Status The Marlboro Man coming in 2024.

Conceptually Dope - a collection of certified DOPE underground hip hop tracks spanning the last 30 years with one (other) thing in common - They all are what DJ JAV call "Concept" songs. Agallah rapping as "Crookie Monster" sellin' crack & running things on Sesame Street ... The Pharcyde gettin pulled over by "Mr. Officer" , The Alkaholiks rapping about the things they do "Only when [they're] Drunk" , and R.A. the Rugged Man rapping as his father as a Staff Sergeant in Vietnam . . . to name a few. Stream the mixtape below and enjoy!!! DJ JAV... · DJ JAV Presents Conceptually Dope

  Noochie’s Live From The Front Porch Presents the live perfomance by DMV Go-Go Band CCB (Critical Condition Band) . Directed & Produced by @noochiemusic and Executive Produced by @donchoo_ and @the1theygo2 .

  New York City rap artist Rome Streetz shares the official video for the single "Procall" , produced by Evidence . The single appears on the release "Noise Kandy 5" .  The video is directed by @lanzellottt and shot by @princeminajj , @exxecut , and @1bacco .  Noise Kandy 5 out now: https://ffm.to/noisekandy5

Big Hit 's highly anticipated debut solo album, The Truth Is In My Eyes , (executive produced by his son Hit-Boy ) is finally here. Now, just over six months later and after appearing on nine of ten songs on Hit-Boy 's Grammy nominated album "Surf or Drown, Vol. 2" , he's ready to release his long awaited debut solo album, "The Truth Is In My Eyes" . Featuring 17 songs and the likes of rap heavyweights such as Snoop Dogg , The Alchemist , Benny The Butcher  and more. The Truth Is In My Eyes by Big Hit

  BadBadNotGood are back with Westside Gunn and Conway The Machine on the single called “MiNt cHoCoLaTe” . The second single from 88Rising ‘s 1999 Write the Future experience, the video is directed by KID Studio .  “MiNt cHoCoLaTe” OUT NOW!  https://1999WRITETHEFUTURE.lnk.to/MiN...

Swedish rapper/producer Why-D connects with hip-hop luminaries Planet Asia and Masta Ace for “Poetical Warfare” , the tough-as-nails first single off Why-D ’s upcoming entirely self-produced sophomore album, The Work of a Doloist . The Work of a Doloist , which is due out next year. In addition to Planet Asia and Masta Ace , the album includes guest appearances by El Da Sensei , Sadat X , Maylay Sparks , and fellow Malmö artists Chukk Rukkuz and Grand P . “Poetical Warfare” is available now through all major digital retailers and streaming platforms courtesy of Why Dolo Records .

Jamal Gasol has blacked out again! “Blackout 3” the first offering from the forthcoming The World Is Piff 3 . Produced by Denny LaFlare ( Griselda ) the dark, piano-laced instrumental (as the title says) is a backdrop for Gasol to go in on the fly and spazz on what’s going on in the world and his psychological state. Blackout 1 and 2 appeared on previous editions of The World Is Piff and were produced by Camoflauge Monk and DirtyDiggs respectively. The World Is Piff 3 will drop on January 1st . Stream the single below and enjoy!!!

  Renowned Boston Hip-Hop artist M-Dot continues to cement his reputation as a consistent force in the industry. Fresh off his nomination for "Most Consistent" at the 2023 Hip-Hop New England Awards and honored as one of "Boston's Top 10 Rappers of All-Time" by Beats-Rhymes-Lists.com , M-Dot launches new visuals for his single "Done" , offering a powerful narrative about the ever-evolving landscape of Hip-Hop.  The single "Done" showcases M-Dot 's lyrical prowess over a soulful beat crafted by acclaimed Detroit producer Apollo Brown with precise cuts added by DJ Access . The accompanying video, directed by Johnny Cashless (shot in Linz , Austria ) features M-Dot mentoring a young pupil in an after-school detention scenario. The single was also ranked #1 this past year by HipHopDependency.com and finally gets the visual treatment as M-Dot 's sixth video off the acclaimed album "Ego and the Enemy 2: A Dissolute Paradise...

  Jet Life Recordings shares the official video for the single "All F****d Up" by Curren$y , produced by Trauma Tone . The single is from their collobrative release "Highway 600" .

  Scarface 's Tiny Desk Concert radiates with his decadeslong passion as an emcee and producer. Scarface , along with Rakim , was recently awarded the inaugural Hip-Hop Grandmaster Award from the newly launched Paid in Full Foundation , which includes a sizable financial prize and healthcare. No matter how the never-ending hip-hop greats debate is sliced, the rapper's place is cemented as one of the most influential storytellers in the culture and his Tiny Desk is proof.  SET LIST  "On My Block"  "Mary Jane"  "Smile"  "I Seen a Man Die"  "F**k Faces"  "Mind Playing Tricks on Me"

Dreamville / Interscope Records rap artist Bas shares his album "We Only Talk About Real Sh*t When We’re F*cked Up" . The album features 17 tracks with guest appearances by J. Cole ( on two tracks ), Blxckie ,  A$AP Ferg , Adekunle Gold , Amaarae , AJ Tracey , FKJ , and Sha Sha . Stream the album below and enjoy!!!

Curren$y and producer Trauma Tone link up for the collaborative release "Highway 600" , that features 9 tracks with guest appearances by Don Toliver and Maxo Kream . Stream the project below and enjoy!!!

Meridian, MS rap artist Big K.R.I.T. returns with is EP "Regardless It’s Still Timeless" , that features 4 tracks that inculdes "King Pt. 5" and "My Sub Pt. 6" featuring Garfield Bright of legendary R&B group Shai .

Acclaimed VA-based production crew Team Demo continue their incredible hot streak of the past few years with a hard-hitting new album, It’s a Demo , which co-stars Brooklyn’s own Wais P who lyrically contributes to the lion’s share of the tracklist. Standing at ten new tracks of end-to-end bangers and slick lyricism, the LP boasts a momentous roster of guest appearances that include the likes of Method Man , Skyzoo , Rome Streetz , Planet Asia , Ras Kass and Yogi (of The Cru ), amongst others. It’s a Demo is available now through all major DSPs and vinyl via Team Demo Music , in partnership with Every Hood Records and Fat Beats Distribution . It's A Demo by Team Demo

Psych Major released his second single off his upcoming EP . Featuring legendary wordsmiths Reef The Lost Cauze and Shabaam Sahdeeq , Psych describes it as "the gulliest thing I’ve ever produced" . The EP "The Late Starter" drops next week on December 22n d. Other guests on the EP include Young Zee ( Da Outsidaz ), Ruste Juxx , Dagha , MidaZ The BEAST , Squeegie Oblong , Snook Da Crook ( Dirt Platoon ) and even Psych himself (under his Psych 101 alias). The Late Starter by Psych Major

Autumn has a very distinct vibration inside the minds & hearts of Man Bites Dog Records . Rico James and Empuls aligned during the pandemic to widdle down the all that energy to "Fall Sounds" . The perfect compliment to the array of emotions that shorter days and longer nights brings you. Stream below and enjoy!!! Fall Sounds by Empuls & Rico James

  New visual from J. Stone 's latest album "The Definition Of Success" available everywhere: https://songwhip.com/jstone/the-defin. ..  This video features Dave East & Symphony Green and was shot in New York City by King Spencer .

  Dreamville / Interscope Records shares the official video for the single  “Yao Ming”  by Bas , from his album “We Only Talk About Real Shit When We’re Fucked Up” . The video is directed by Kian Broder Wang .  Stream “We Only Talk About Real Shit When We’re Fucked Up”:  https://BAS.lnk.to/WOTARSWWFU

“Recognize & Realize Part 3” is the piano-laced remix by Big Ghost LTD of Big Noyd ’s classic single featuring the late, great Prodigy (of Mobb Deep ). The original classic was produced by Havoc (of Mobb Deep ).

  “They only love you when you 1 up” Truth! Rochester, NY rhyme-rep Young Sleep returns with the new visuals for recent single “1 Up” , produced by Jimmy Dukes who has also laced tracks for The Lox , Griselda , Lloyd Banks and 38 Spesh . It also boasts additional heat from battle legend Tsu Surf and Rochester neighbor Ishmael Raps . The video is animated by Papeface . The single will appear on Young Sleep ’s long-awaited Sleep City 3 project to drop in the near future.  iTunes/Apple Music :     / 1-up-feat-tsu-surf-ishmael-raps-dj-tygga-t...  

  Hood Environment Presents: Drag-On Featuring Voice Watkins - Lose (Official Video) off the new EP - Love is Progress, Hate is Expensive . The video is directed by Heat Muzik and the single is produced by David Fourth .

  Atlanta, GA rap artist Killer Mike shares the official video for the remix for the single "Run" featuring reggae artist Damain "Jr. Gong" Marley . “Hip-hop and reggae are both people’s music. People’s music speaks for the salt of the earth, the worker class that toils and constitutes the masses,” states Mike. “I am proud that Bob’s son and Denise’s son united the music, the vibes, and the diaspora to make this song for THE PEOPLE. Run To Glory Together!”

Benny Watts new single ''Dirty Work'' featuring Pro Dillinger is a dark and gritty track with a repetitive piano sample that has a 90's feel. These two MC's display a lyrical assault on this grimey beat.

Come take a stroll down Storytown Lane and hear some of its many fables from its curator, the Old Man in the Shoe. This is an audio accounting of Volume One of his vast collection, featuring some guest storytellers as well. Pay close attention, as you may see some characters and events intersect. Welcome to the drama, the laughter, the heartbreak and all the ups and downs along the way- welcome to Storytown Lane .. Storytown Lane by P-Ro X Onaje Jordan features 14 tracks with guest appearances by Sarah Jane , New Villain , Sankofa , G Fam Black , GeneralBackPain , Talirod , and Killy Shoot . Storytown Lane by P-Ro X Onaje Jordan

  Richmond, CA rap artists  Locksmith shares the Live Performance video for the single "I Aint Tryin" featuring fellow Richmond, CA rap artist IAMSU! . The single is produced by Joznez & Johnny ill and the video is edited by Zero Luck .  Download/Stream: https://foundation-media.ffm.to/iaint...

  CZARFACE ( 7L & Esoteric and Inspectah Deck ) shares the video for the single "Czarchimedes’ Death Ray" , directed by Hoku & Adam @them_be_hna . Illustrated by Brandon Bolt , Eric Tortora Pato , Max Morgan , and Adam Bolt .

Brooklyn, NY rap artist AKAI SOLO shares his album "Verticality​/​/​/​Singularity" , that features 17 tracks with production by Earl Sweatshirt , Black Noi$e , TwentyFifthNight , and more. Verticality///Singularity by AKAI SOLO

This is Supreme Cerebral 's 3rd album of 2023 ( Emperor's Deity & Broken English ) and it's the second installment of his "Loose Change" series. Like the first installment he implements a lot loosies & remixes compiled together to create an album. He features some usual suspects ( Alphabetic , Eloh Kush , Ill Conscious , Jamil Honesty & O The Great ) as well as some new faces to Supremes catalog ( Ap Da Overlord , Chubs & Skrilla ) with production from the likes of D.Mar , Pete Twist , Clypto and more. Stream the album and enjoy!!! Loose Change 2 by Supreme Cerebral

  New, official video for "What a Loser" , the throwback first single off Lu Chin Chen 's acclaimed "Weight" EP! Produced by Dilly Fingaz , Video directed by Box Visuals ! Mixed & Mastered by: Mark Downie

  Good Compenny shares the video of the Live Performance of "Free The World" performed by Vallejo, CA rap artist LaRussell and produced by Portland, OR - Bay Area, CA producer TOPE . The video is shot on location at M&M Liquor (Vallejo, CA).

  Cleveland, OH born Atlanta, GA rap artist Doe Boy links up with Griselda / Black Soprano CEO and rap artist Benny The Butcher for the official video for the single "Bad Day" . The video is shot by Wolf .

Conway The Machine and producer Wun Two share their single "Mind Tricks" featuring KNDRX . This single is from their upcoming collaborative album, Palermo on December 22 .

Celebrated L.A. wordsmith Blu is back with Afrika , a new album entirely produced by iconic Virginia producer Nottz . Bolstered by pounding drums and heavy basslines, the collection is Blu 's most politically-charged release to date, with fiery verses steeped in historical insight and Pan-African ideals. "The story of Afrika is so unfathomably dominant in history, yet so unknown to people of the world today, so it was a must that I tell its story myself," Blu explains. A follow up to the duo's 2018 classic Gods In The Spirit, Titans In The Flesh . Afrika by Blu & Nottz

Feel the raw grit of "On the Low" , a fierce collab between Lord Mobb 's Starz Coleman and Canadian producer IM'PERETIV . With hard-hitting bars and intensity, this track promises a face-scrunching punch. Stream the single and enjoy!!!

VIP Life Music Group CEO Joey Majors is never not working. With many projects already in the vault, the Las Vegas by the way of New York emcee links with Un Kasa and frequent collaborator Grea8Gawd for this fire "VIP Life Freestyle" .

  ‘Feathers’  by Jessica Wilde , which has picked up airplay from BBC Radio 1’s Future Artists and Radio X’s John Kennedy , features the soul searing vocals of Zoe Kypri who recently racked up over 150 million streams worldwide with her track ‘Horizon Red’ with Made By Pete and who is just back from performing at the iconic Madison Square Gardens in New York with Black Coffee .  ‘Feathers’ is a song about rising together, realising your strength and power, breaking old behaviours, and creating new pathways to grow, as Jessica & Zoe hypnotically enchant, “I got feathers in my back, that I didn’t know I had, now I know who I am” .  The visualiser is shot and edited by Kay Holden . STREAM here: https://slinky.to/Feathers

  On the day of The Grammy Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop , Public Enemy 's Chuck D  and Grandmaster Caz joins ARRESTEDDEVELOPMENT in their 1st single from the forthcoming album #BulletsIntheChamber . The single “Hip Hop Saves Lives” (Produced by British boombap extraordinaire, Configa ) is now available on all streaming platforms.  Bandcamp: https://officialarresteddevelopment.b...

  East Harlem, NY rap artist Dave East shares the official video for the single "Million Off Rap" , produced by Mike & Keys .  The single appears on the album "Fortune Favors the Bold" . "Fortune Favors the Bold" - https://daveeast.lnk.to/FortuneFavors...

Republic Records shares the highly anticipated album "PINK FRIDAY 2" , that features 22 tracks with a star-studded guest list of Drake , J. Cole , Lil Wayne , Future , Lil Uzi Vert , and more.

Montreal, Quebec, Canada producer Nicholas Craven and Detroit, MI rap artist  Boldy James share their single "No Pun Intended" , from their upcoming collabroative album "Penalty Of Leadership" , dropping in January 2024 .

Smoke DZA x Flying Lotus is back with “Flying Objects (Extended Version)” , that features the updated version of the singles “Drug Trade” with Benny The Butcher & Black Thought and “Spiritual” with Curren$y , Wiz Khalifa &  Big K.R.I.T .

Psych Major is going deep under the waves in new single. "Submersibles" (out now on all DSP's via Below System Records ) is that gritty lo-fi, head-nodding boom-bap that 90's babies was raised on. Featuring brolic bars from Gold Chain Music 's, MidaZ The BEAST and the Major himself (under his Psych 101 alias). This is the first leak from Psych Major ’s debut solo EP, The Late Starter to drop on 12/22 . Stream the single and enjoy!!! The Late Starter by Psych Major

  Copenhagen based artist E.D. is dealing with themes of cultural and religious transformation on his debut single “Divin” via KØN Records . Influenced by his West African upbringing, E.D. ’s music draws from genres and artists like Malian Desert Blues and Western icons such as Nirvana , Kid Cudi and Joy Division .  STREAM: https://open.spotify.com/track/2AWe6bJtdXxa4DtVST9fni?si=a170a3cbbf654d63

  Rhymesayers Entertainment shares the official video for the single "All City Nerve Map" by Aesop Rock . The video is shot by Rebecca Cedeño and directed & edited by Aesop Rock .  LISTEN/BUY: https://rse.lnk.to/ITS