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Emerging unexpectedly from the epicenter of trap music, talented Atlanta emcee Tha God Fahim quickly distinguished himself with sharp wordplay and atmospheric production that couldn't be further from the monotonous sounds echoing around him.  Reviving the unmistakable vibe of two classic early releases in his remarkable catalog, Fahim is returning with the new album Tha Dark Shogunn Saga, Vol. 3 . An impressive continuation of a journey that began nearly a decade ago, the collection finds our hero back in warrior mode, sharpening his lyrical blade over rich production from Cookin Soul , Nicholas Craven , Fortes , and Fahim himself.  Tha Dark Shogunn Saga, Vol. 3 is available today at all digital outlets, with a vinyl pressing hitting stores worldwide. All three chapters in Tha Dark Shogunn Saga trilogy are also available in a limited-edition 3LP vinyl set, with a trifold jacket, Japanese OBI, and distinct colored vinyl mixes for each volume.

Oxnard, CA producer/rap artist Oh No shares his release "Nodega" , that features 20 tracks with guest appearances by Logic , Ghostface Killah , Talib Kweli , Tha God Fahim , The Alchemist , Guilty Simpson , Rah Digga , Blu , CRIMEAPPLE , Esoteric , Vic Spencer , Wildchild , Big Twins , Jayo Felony , Bishop Lamont , and more. Nodega by Oh No

Uniting two generations of electric Los Angeles lyricism, influential Freestyle Fellowship emcee Myka 9 is joining forces with independent hip-hop icon Blu for the collaborative album God Takes Care Of Babies & Fools , produced by Mono En Stereo , an acclaimed NYC beatsmith known for his work with Action Bronson , De La Soul , Prodigy of Mobb Deep , Your Old Droog , Homeboy Sandman , Aesop Rock , Fly Anakin , and more.  "All three of us uniting on this project is definitely lightning in a bottle", says Blu . With an epic posse cut uniting Freestyle Fellowship and The Pharcyde plus appearances by Planet Asia , A-F-R-O , Exile , Abstract Rude , and more, God Takes Care Of Babies & Fools is an exhilarating collage of rap brilliance. God Takes Care Of Babies & Fools by Myka 9 & Blu

Among the nine original members of perhaps the most iconic collective in hip-hop history, Masta Killa occupies an important space in the rap pantheon. All eyes will be on Wu-Tang Clan this summer as the group embarks on a much-discussed final tour, and Killa is honoring the occasion with the release of his highly-anticipated new album "Balance" . The single "Eagle Claw" is classic Wu-Tang material, with thunderous drums and razor-sharp guest verses from Raekwon and Cappadonna . "Balance" is set for worldwide release on May 30th , while "Eagle Claw" is available now on all digital outlets.

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)

Nature Sounds shares rhe release "40" by Blu + August Fanon , that features 11 tracks with guest appearances by Kota The Friend , Asher Roth , Mickey Factz , Homeboy Sandman , and more. Forty by Blu & August Fanon

From the 2009 XXL Freshman list to an expansive catalog with more than 25 celebrated releases, L.A.'s own Blu has earned his spot in the hip-hop pantheon. Now, the master lyricist is commemorating the dawn of his fourth decade of life with "Forty" , a new album produced by August Fanon . With a release date fast approaching, Blu is back with another visual from the project, this time highlighting his verse from the nostalgic new single "Simple" .  The full version of "Simple" features Chester Watson along with longtime Blu collaborator Sene . Available worldwide on April 18th, "Forty" features appearances by Kota The Friend , Asher Roth , Mickey Factz , R.A.P. Ferreira , Homeboy Sandman , Fashawn , and more.

Madlib and Talib Kweli recently reunited for the acclaimed follow-up Liberation 2 . Initially a Luminary exclusive, the album received a physical release last year, and is now available on all digital outlets for the first time ever. Expansive in concept, Liberation 2 is a vivid exploration of revolution, love, pan-Africanism, music, spirituality, and more, with Madlib 's jazz-inflected instrumentals providing the perfect soundtrack. A global call for unity through space and time, Liberation 2 features appearances by Q-Tip , Westside Gunn , Roc Marciano , Roy Ayers , Goapele , Wildchild , Pink Siifu , and more, plus a posthumous Mac Miller verse on the latest single "The Right To Love Us" . Liberation 2 by Talib Kweli & Madlib

  "THE RIGHT TO LOVE US" - With Mac Miller ( T. Greene , O. Jackson , M. McCormick ) Recorded at Javotti headquarters by Federico "CSik" Lopez and at Mac Miller 's crib. Mixed and mastered at The Drug Lab , Los Angeles, California. The single appears on the release "Liberation 2" - available now on all streaming platforms! The video is directed by Edgar Hudson . "Liberation 2" - available now: https://site.naturesoundsmusic.com/li...

After years of collaboration, famed emcee Blu and Grammy-winning producer Shafiq Husayn of Sa-Ra Creative Partners are unveiling "Out Of The Blue" , their first official joint album.  The album features 14 tracks with guest appearances by Exile , VCL Tha Moslem , Skye Louise , Chuuwee , Born Allah , G Kidd , Jack Davey , Like , Longevity, Sahtyre , Onwun , MED , Thurz , Yah Ra , Speed Walton , Mykestro , Iman Omari , Imani , Polyester The Saint , Jimetta Rose , Donel Smokes , Tiron , Colin Devane , Ta’Raach , Ayun Bassa , Propaganda , Jo Roq , Cashus King , S elf Jupiter , and Myka 9 . Out Of The Blue by Blu & Shafiq Husayn

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...

  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...

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

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 .

Famed Los Angeles emcee Blu and Virginia prodcution icon Nottz share their single "Marcus Garvey" featuring Canadian rap legend Shad and acclaimed Detroit emcee Quelle Chris , from their upcoming collaborative album "Afrika" is set for release on December 8th . Stream the sngle and enjoy!!!

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.

Nature Sounds shares the release "So Gold" by producer, songwriter, and vocalist Shafiq Husayn .  The album features 14 tracks with guest appearances by Anderson .Paak , Syd (of The Internet ), Thurz , Sa-Ra , Jimetta Rose and more.   So Gold by Shafiq Husayn

Nature Sounds shares the single "Crush You" by Los Angeles, CA artist Shafiq Husayn featuring Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer, and Drummer Anderson .Paak . The single is from the upcoming release by  Shafiq Husayn and The Dove Society titled "So Gold" .

A reunion with frequent collaborator Your Old Droog , the lead single "Food For Thought"  by Tha God Fahim finds two independent rap titans trading words of wisdom over sweeping production by Nicholas Craven . The soulful track is now available on all digital outlets, while "Iron Bull" is set for worldwide release on February 24th.

Nature Sounds shares the release " Yodney Dangerfield" by Brooklyn rap artist Your Old Droog . The album features 7 track with production by Nicholas Craven , SadhuGold , Lee Scott , Jonwayne , and more.