In alignment with Gotty™’s Unofficial Grind Time Official week, here is a track I feel should not be left out.

Normally, I prefer the more brash, revolutionary Killer tracks.

Nothing makes me happier than pulling up to the office next to my coworkers, blasting “Pressure” or “That’s Life” on full blast. The general discomfort as they try to walk away slow enough to listen to what Mike says next, but quick enough to act like they want no parts in it, generally make for a good start to any day.

But this track here is what I bump in my earphones as I sit at my desk, seeking inspiration and trying to find that extra iota of energy to persevere when the clock reads 2pm and I still haven’t had lunch. Knowing that Read the rest of this entry »

Mike freestyles on DJ Green Lantern’s “Invasion Radio” Show on Sirius HipHopNation.

Bonus

Found in the inbox…

Bigg Ant Feat. Killer Mike – Grind 2 Get It

I swarefogod I wasn’t planning another Mike post today (even thought IPATTG2 drops today; see you @ the store). I understand the concept of overkill. Trust me.

GrindTime threw this up on their Myspace today and, up until now, I had no idea the shit existed…even though it says it’s been up for five months. Is the video a big budget, flashing lights & barenaked chicks production? Fuck no lol.

But this joint was actually the song that he & I talked about in his Session & one of the most poignant in his catalouge. If you’re still under a rock about Mike or unconvinced about his abilities, it’s street stories like this one…you know how you can tell when some rappers (even just people you meet), in some way or another lived or experienced the streets? Read the rest of this entry »

Words By Contraâ„¢

“This is my first classic record. The other ones, I was practicing to make this record.”

Few people can match the musical fervor and dedication demonstrated by Killer Mike, especially lately.

Easily one of the most intelligent rappers around, Mike descended upon the WREK 91.1 FM studios in Atlanta this past Thursday, chopped it up with DJ Enchant’d and dropped knowledge on a wide array of subject matters – “Six In The Morning” vs. “Crank That,” his version of “A Milli,” Atlanta’s street wars & detailing “Pressure” – as well as an exclusive freestyle at the end of the interview. Read the rest of this entry »