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Buffalo, NY rap artist Che Noir shares the official visualizer for the single "Who's The Greatest?" featuring Detroit, MI rap veteran Elzhi . The single is also produced by Che Noir and will appear on her upcoming release "The Color Chocolate 2" .  Streaming everywhere, Che Noir 'Who's The Greatest?' :  https://go.perfecttimemusicgroup.com/ ...  Pre-order/pre-save "The Color Chocolate 2" releasing on 6/20:  https://go.perfecttimemusicgroup.com/ ...

Nature Sounds shares the Maxi-Single "I Am Him" by Elzhi + Khrysis as the duo Jericho Jackson . The Maxi-Single features appearances by Domo Genesis and Oh No . Now available on all digital outlets, the collection is also up for pre‑order on limited 10" colored vinyl and cassette. I Am Him by Jericho Jackson (Elzhi & Khrysis)

Northern Virginia-based hiphop outfit Cult Fiction presents the new single "Devil's Dictionary" featuring elZhi and Grap Luva . The track will appear on Cult Fiction 's forthcoming album Stranger Than Fiction , set to feature appearances from Skyzoo , Supastition , Yamin Semali , yU and Che Grand , produced entirely by longtime collaborator DuB.L.Oh.SkYtZo .  Born in Cairo, Egypt, Cult Fiction frontman Rafik Bishay has worked on material with Chad Hugo from NERD /The Neptunes, Fish Scales from Nappy Roots , Von Pea and more. Detroit emcee elZhi is a former member of Slum Village who has worked with Royce Da 5'9" , Guilty Simpson , Oh No , Dwele and more. Grap Luva is the younger brother of producer Pete Rock . "Devil's Dictionary" comes on the heels of the release of the music video for "Limitless" (watch on Youtube ), which will appear on the forthcoming Cult Fiction album Death By Design .

BP Infinite enlists a murderer’s row of emcees for his latest single, “Deep In My Heart” , which features raw raps from Cory Gunz , Tragedy Khadafi , Elzhi , and Murkemz . When he was creating his new album,  “Kill or Be Killed” , BP explained that he wanted to have at least one posse cut where emcees spit verses back to back. And that’s exactly what he got with this track, a mini hip-hop epic with four heavyhitters. “Deep In My Heart” is available now everywhere. BP Infinite 's new project “Kill or Be Killed” is due out Aug 09. Kill or Be Killed by BP Infinite

For his new single, producer DJ Design teams up with Phat Kat & Elzhi from J Dilla 's vaunted Slum Village crew. The track "The Blues" is aggressive and loud with screaming organs, laying down a backdrop for two very different perspectives rooted in the rough reality of lived experience from the heart of Motown, Detroit. This is the first single of Design's upcoming producer/emcee album. Next to Phat Kat and Elzhi , other notable guests on the album are Fashawn , Guilty Simpson , LMNO and Gennessee . Early Stones Throw recording artist DJ Design , known for creating the iconic Quasimoto monster character and the LP cover design for "My Vinyl Weighs A Ton" by Peanut Butter Wolf , is also a beat maker responsible for the seminal instrumental LP, "Gather Round" with the supporting EP, "Sparkdala" featuring Madlib / Quasimoto . The Blues (feat. Phat Kat & Elzhi) by DJ Design

By the time his 2008 solo debut The Preface was released, Elzhi was already recognized as one of hip-hop's most gifted lyricists. The Detroit emcee was still a member of Slum Village at the time, having replaced J Dilla in the legendary group earlier that decade. The Preface showcases Elzhi 's undeniable talent and impressive creative flair, foreshadowing the exciting solo career that would follow. With a young Black Milk supplying pounding, drum-heavy production on 13 of the album's 16 tracks, Elzhi 's dense verses electrify the mic, announcing the arrival of a truly special artist. Whether riffing on color-themed wordplay, playing a lyrical game of "fill in the blank", taking listeners on a dream logic adventure, or simply showing off his scorching rhyme skills, Elzhi 's flawless flows animate the highly conceptual collection. A thoroughly Detroit affair, The Preface features appearances by Motown rap gods like Royce Da 5'9" , Dan...

Marv Won , in a masterful blend of production and rap, drops a track that's pure Detroit in its soul and sound, a gritty, bass-laden anthem that reverberates with the city's hard-knock life. With him, Detroit's lyrical heavyweights, Fatt Father and Elzhi , throw down verses that are nothing short of legendary, adding layers to this rich, urban tapestry. This trio isn't just collaborating; they're uniting Detroit's rap royalty, with Marv Won at the helm, steering this ship into uncharted waters. It's a nod to the Motor City's rugged past and a bold leap into its future. I'm Fine, Thanks For Asking. by Marv Won

  Detroit rap savant Elzhi is back with "Bishop" , the latest music video off his new album "Heavy Vibrato" . A creative reinvention of the classic 1992 film "Juice" told the perspective of 2Pac 's iconic character, "Bishop" showcases Elzhi 's storytelling genius while paying tribute to a film that remains deeply embedded in hip-hop culture. Now available worldwide on vinyl, CD, and digital outlets, "Heavy Vibrato" is entirely produced by acclaimed California beatsmith Oh No and features appearances by Guilty Simpson , Blu , and more.  "Heavy Vibrato" Available Now:  https://naturesoundsmusic.com/heavyvi...

Nature Sounds shares the collaborative album "Heavy Vibrato" by Detroit, MI emcee Elzhi and Oxnard, CA producer Oh No . The album features 12 songs with guest appearances by Blu , Guilty Simpson , Dankery Harv , and Phez Roc .

Nature Sounds shares the single "Fireballs" by Detroit, MI rap artist Elzhi and Oxnard, CA producer Oh No . The single will appear on their upcoming collaborative album "Heavy Vibrato" , dropping December 1st.

Independent artist and visionary behind the acclaimed Happiness of Pursuit Festival , 60 East , is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of his latest single, "Wet Roads” , featuring hip-hop luminary Elzhi . "Wet Roads" marks a remarkable collaboration between 60 East and Elzhi , a former member of the iconic Slum Village  rap group, celebrated for his lyrical prowess and unforgettable contributions to the hip-hop genre. Joining forces with them is none other than Evidence , a core member of Dilated Peoples , plus a distinguished artist and producer under the Rhymesayers Entertainment banner.

Dillon & Diamond D pay homage to the classic video game Mike Tyson’s Punch Out !! in their equally dope and hilarious new video for “Comin’ Out Swingin’” , featuring eLZhi .  Check out the visuals and head over to your preferred streaming platform to support Dillon ’s well received Uncut Gems LP, produced entirely by Diamond D . The album is available now on vinyl, cassette (with bonus instrumentals) in various bundle formats via Bandcamp , courtesy of FULL PLATE .

For the follow-up single taken from Dillon ’s Uncut Gems LP, the ATL-based spitter shares mic duties with lyrical heavyweight Elzhi for the high energy banger, “Comin Out Swingin” , produced by the legendary Diamond D .

Detroit rapper Elzhi and musician/producer/vocalist Georgia Anne Muldrow are back with the new music video "Nefertiti" . A celebration of black women, "Nefertiti" is the latest single from Elzhi and Georgia Anne Muldrow 's collaborative album "Zhigeist" .  "Zhigeist" Available Now: https://naturesoundsmusic.com/zhigeist

Nature Sounds shares the 11 track album "Zhigeist" by acclaimed lyrical virtuoso and former member of Slum Village Elzhi and genre-bending musician, producer, and vocalist Georgia Anne Muldrow .  Stream the album below!!! Zhigeist by Elzhi & Georgia Anne Muldrow

Detroit rapper Elzhi is linking up with talented musician, producer, and vocalist Georgia Anne Muldrow for the full-length collaboration "Zhigeist" . Now available on all digital outlets, the mesmerizing lyrical exhibition "Strangeland" is the first single off the album. Entirely produced by Georgia Anne Muldrow , "Zhigeist" will be available worldwide on March 11th 2022 .

Goon Promotion sends the single “Back In The Days” , where Detroit emcee Elzhi collaborates with the established producer team Meeco and DJ Access .

Page Kennedy drops his new single "Pain" featuring Detroit lyricist Elzhi and rap legend  Method Man , from his upcoming album "Page" . The single is produced by Mic West .

  Due to the success of "Reaganomics" when it was previously released it's only right it gets the visual treatment, edited by DJ Workshard - Elzhi , Ras Kass , M-Dot and Large Pro was and still is one of the most legendary line-ups you'll find anywhere. If you haven't heard the song, it's 4 legends telling their stories from 4 unique perspectives, in the 4 unique styles you know and love them for. "Reaganomics" is produced by B Leafs from his debut album "The Horizon" out now. Source: Own Lane Music

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