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New video out, "Enough" appears on the album 'Beautiful Foundations' by NY State rapper & producer duo Tone Chop and Frost Gamble released on May 15th through New Dawn Records .  Featuring fellow Binghamton native Doc Holiday .

"Play No Games" is the second single to be taken from the album "Beautiful Foundations" by New York State rapper and producer duo Tone Chop and Frost Gamble , out through New Dawn Records on May 15th.  Joining them on the mission is legendary turntablist DJ Eclipse , renowned for his work with Non Phixion , Ill Bill and ongoing Fat Beats ambassador.

Back at it again, Brick City's Tru Trilla returns today with the AA side single "Respectfully" , lifted from last year's album 'XVI : Return of the Gods' released through New Dawn Records . Laced throughout with the kind of bullish bars and beats which earned it a front page spotlight on Bandcamp , the New Jersey veteran assembled a heavyweight line up of guest featured artists and producers to deliver a classic soundtrack fuelled by the highest calibre lyrical firepower. Produced by Frost Gamble , the latest cut is a further testament to the levels. Tru drops knowledge with Brooklyn's Justo the MC and Floridian NapsNdreds in another showcase of dexterous rhymes and slick flows by verbal marksmen at the height of their game. The narrative is reinforced by the "Qataban Remix" courtesy of label affiliate Shahin , flipping the script with an intense fusion of strings, breaks and sub Saharan flavas that hits differently. Respectfully ...

New Jersey rapper Tru Trilla dropped his banging new album "XVI : Return of the Gods" through New Dawn Records on May 31st. Immediately featured by Bandcamp on their front page 'New and Notable' spotlight section, the release is fuelled by a diverse and potent soundtrack laced with the full artillery. Bolstered by a stellar line up of producers and guest featured artists from around the States and beyond, the result is a series of cuts delivering the best traditions through twelve gauge bars, beats and turntablism. From it is the new single "Drop Jewels" . Produced by prolific beatmaker and turntablist DJ Tone Spliff , the new joint released today features fellow Newark native and Jersey Gore group member Prince Ak alongside Brownsville's lyrical warrior Juxx Diamondz . In addition, the new "I-71" remix is provided courtesy of NDR affiliate Qadir who channels his inner Schifrin for a different take with a filmic twist. D...

It may have been over two years in the making, but New Jersey rapper Tru Trilla has crafted a rare masterpiece in the shape of new album “XVI : Return of the Gods” . The long time affiliate of Naughty by Nature , Lords of the Underground and 050 Boyz group member has gathered together a stellar line up of guest featured artists and producers for what is the much anticipated follow up to the classic “God of Barz” , released almost exactly four years to the day in 2020. As before, the Newark veteran pulls no punches. Bullish and uncompromising, the themes are addressed with the heart of a lion and a bold swagger, the intense energy fuelled by a passion for the cause. This time however, the action is spread further afield. With original foot soldiers still flying the flag for the Garden State, Chicago and Barcelona, the legion has been bolstered by additional recruits bearing heavy artillery from California, Detroit, New York, Florida, Canada, Japan and the UK. XVI : Return of t...

  To mark their official fifth anniversary since re-launching in 2019, New Dawn Records have released the new video / single "No Joking Around" by New Jersey rapper Tru Trilla . This is the second to be taken from the forthcoming album "XVI : Return of the Gods" out in May.  On the new cut, the Brick City veteran has recruited another Garden State native in the form of Jamal Nueve , originally affiliated with the legendary Flavor Unit crew as DJ Jamal #9 . Now resident in California, the multi credited producer has delivered a funk fuelled banger laced with ferocious bars from lyrical marksmen in the heavyweight division.  The gloves are off as Boston's Flash and V Knuckles of N.B.S. join Tru Trilla and Recognize Ali on the rampage, exchanging trademark punchlines as combinations thrown in a barrage of body blows to would be contenders. Rugged and uncompromising, high frequency lyrics with no prisoners taken, the result is undisputed.

  New Dawn Records shares the official music video of the single "Sun Rays" by New Jersey rapper Tru Trilla featuring Reks & Lakim Shabazz , produced by LG Roc . This is the first single taken from the album "XVI - Return of the Gods" out on May 31st 2024 which has been several years in the making and is the follow up to the classic 2020 banger "God of Barz" .  Also available to stream & download at the following  APPLE / iTunes http://tinyurl.com/2p8psmvy   AMAZON http://tinyurl.com/y33fwdjb   BANDCAMP http://tinyurl.com/3nn32kez   SPOTIFY http://tinyurl.com/5cbjdhnt   TIDAL http://tinyurl.com/ykc62rja

“Fine Line” by Brooklyn rapper Justo the MC and Edinburgh producer Brelstaff is taken from the album “Urban Testimony” out now through New Dawn Records . Stream the single and enjoy!!! Fine Line [produced by Brelstaff] by Justo the MC & Brelstaff

New Dawn Records shares the single "Lazy Eye" , taken from the newly released album ' Cautionary Tales' by Ithacan rapper Anthony Kannon and east coast producer Frost Gamble , and includes a special additional remix featuring new Griselda Records artist Brother Tom SOS from Buffalo, NY. "Lazy Eye" & "Lazy Eye Remix" ft Brother Tom SOS [produced by Frost Gamble] by Anthony Kannon & Frost Gamble

In the richest traditions of the art of storytelling, Brooklyn rapper Justo the MC has teamed up with Edinburgh producer Brelstaff for a fascinating new album documenting his arrival at a crossroads from a life defining year. “Urban Testimony” is a deeply personal narrative depicting events leading up to and during his curtailed stay at Clark Atlanta University . Justo the MC & Brelstaff "Urban Testimony" by Justo the MC & Brelstaff

Released through New Dawn Records , the new album "Cautionary Tales" by award winning Ithacan rapper Anthony Kannon and veteran New York State producer Frost Gamble , now resident in Canada. The album features 12 tracks with guest appearances by Shea , Justo the MC , and Tone Chop . Anthony Kannon & Frost Gamble "Cautionary Tales" by Anthony Kannon

"Sunday" marks the final chapter of the forthcoming album 'Urban Testimony' by Justo the MC and Brelstaff , out on November 3rd through New Dawn Records .  Track by track the Brooklyn rapper narrates his ill fated time attending Clark Atlanta University , documenting the journey which led to a turning point in life. A fascinating insight of a mind conflicted with regrets, but here also in the latest offering to one filled with hope for the future and lessons learned.  Brelstaff 's soulful cool groove production mirrors the upbeat renewed sense of optimism contained within the trademark slick rhymes. Scarred but undaunted and emboldened by second chances, the art of storytelling lives on.  Also available to download & stream at the following :  APPLE / iTunes :  https://shorturl.at/ghwSZ   BANDCAMP : https://shorturl.at/yJY45   SPOTIFY : https://shorturl.at/syzFV   TIDAL : https://shorturl.at/boqB6   AMAZON : https://shorturl.at/mop...

"Cold Start" is the fourth single taken from the upcoming album release "Cautionary Tales" by Anthony Kannon and Frost Gamble , and finds the award winning Ithacan rapper in aspirational mood.  Through a free flowing stream of quick fire rhymes, the desire to break free from the shackles forged by the code of the streets through the power of the pen is clear. The optimism of ambition to emerge from the rat race focused and unscathed is the narrative, underpinned by Frost's uptempo soundtrack fused by soulful breaks and beats.  ALSO AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD & STREAM AT THE FOLLOWING  APPLE / iTUNES https://shorturl.at/epBU5   BANDCAMP https://shorturl.at/prsA2   SPOTIFY https://shorturl.at/yDL24   TIDAL https://shorturl.at/adpAO   AMAZON https://shorturl.at/JMS89

Official music video for "Falling" , part of a double A-side single with "Satan's Grip" , the second taken from the album "Urban Testimony" by Justo the MC and UK producer Brelstaff releasing through New Dawn Records on November 3rd 2023 .  Also available to stream & download at :  APPLE https://shorturl.at/hnTW5   AMAZON https://shorturl.at/coqIU   BANDCAMP https://shorturl.at/wGYZ0   SPOTIFY https://shorturl.at/xFKNP   TIDAL https://shorturl.at/eGL04

Upstate New York rapper Anthony Kannon and producer Frost Gamble return to the ring for another round of gritty beats and bars in "Second Floor" , the third single taken from their album "Cautionary Tales" out on October 20th through New Dawn Records .  APPLE / iTunes https://shorturl.at/flPRT   BANDCAMP https://shorturl.at/mqPW9   SPOTIFY https://shorturl.at/ixDY0   TIDAL https://shorturl.at/aopwW  AMAZON MUSIC https://shorturl.at/dDSV9

Out today on New Dawn Records , the specially commissioned remix by label affiliate Qadir , "Bismillah" originally appeared on the 2021 album 'Lead by Example' by London's Ramson Badbonez , his debut as a producer. This re-work is a rare concoction of cool groove funk & soulful beats fused together with a blend of deep bass, guitar licks, brass stabs and Arabian strings. The compelling soundtrack fuels rhymes flowing coast to coast like buttah on toast, the jewels delivered by Brooklyn's seasoned campaigner Justo the MC , San Diego's Johaz from Dag Savage and prolific Nebraskan Sleep Sinatra . A prime cut laced with slick lyricism and beats, levels cranking the heat dial up to maximum. Bismillah [Qadir Remix] ft Justo the MC, Johaz & Sleep Sinatra by Justo the MC, Johaz, Sleep Sinatra & Qadir

Long established as a cornerstone of the UK hip hop scene, prolific rapper Ramson Badbonez swaps the mic for the mixing desk for the first time with the release today of his explosive new album “Lead by Example” through New Dawn Records . One of the most impressive production debuts witnessed for many years is also extremely rare in nature. Seldom, if ever, has such a line up of hip hop heavyweights from the USA, UK and Canada featured together on the one record, all standing shoulder to shoulder to deliver the highest standard lyricism, compelling rhymes and slick wordplay. Beats fused with original funk, soul, rare groove and jazz provide a powerful and diverse soundtrack laced with additional turntablism courtesy of ITF Advancement Champion DJ Jazz T , UK DMC Finalist DJ Miracle and IDA World Finalist Kompoze , while Ramson continues to showcase his own lyrical prowess on selected tracks. An essential collector's item with few comparisons, a genuine landmark rele...

London producer Ramson Badbonez shares the single "Lead by Example" featuring Recognize Ali , Skyzoo and Juxx Diamondz . This is the title track from his new album out on August 27th through New Dawn Records , and the second single taken from it following last month's "Stay True" ft Reks , Ruste Juxx and Blacastan .  Stream the single below!!! Lead by Example ft Recognize Ali, Skyzoo & Juxx Diamondz (cuts by DJ Jazz T) by Ramson Badbonez

Urbanelite Promotions sends the official music video of "The Humans are Coming" by London rapper & producer duo Phoenix da Icefire & Husky Brown , taken from the album "Panacea" released through New Dawn Records on May 5th 2020 and nominated for "Best Independent Album" at this year's AIM Awards . "Panacea" available to stream & download at the following: APPLE: https://apple.co/3dfPwXb AMAZON:  https://amzn.to/2WvP00H BEATPORT:  https://bit.ly/2Df39cC SPOTIFY:  https://spoti.fi/2yvD6M9 TIDAL:  https://bit.ly/3fkZite

UrbanElite PR sends the official music video by Brick City's lyrical marksman Tru Trilla , "Real Rap" featuring fellow 050 Boyz group member Prince Ak is taken from his album "God of Barz" released through New Dawn Records on May 29th .