Tyga Accused of Inciting 1,200 Person Riot [AHH]

Large Professor’s 10 Favorite Sample Flips [Ego Trip]

Does Nicki Minaj Have Competition From Iggy Azalea? [The Urban Daily] Read the rest of this entry »

It’s about that time Consequence hits the silver screen again and since the popcorn has been buttered, curtain has been lifted and ushers are on foot patrol, the show can go on with Movies On Demand 2. Looking to be a bigger box office draw than its predecessor, the sequel finds The Cons shooting drama scenes with XV and Bun, action segues with Talib Kweli and Kendrick Lamar and plenty Read the rest of this entry »

It’s probably been a few years since Cons The Don has had to mess with a fake I.D. He’s no bag of bones, but he’s no spring chicken either. Thus, it’s a surprise that Movies On Demand 2‘s lead-off single sports the cut-and-dry subject. However, the deceptive name lends multiple meanings, shooting down those impostors who always bite off more than they can chew. Read the rest of this entry »

Joell’s literally a Free Agent, Tweeting yesterday that he’s now off of E1. Right now, the album’s still slated to drop though. Read the rest of this entry »

Words by Landon A.

Termanology had one of the most ferocious breakouts of last year. His debut album, Politics As Usual, boasted an impressive list of guest MC’s and was supported by some of Hip-Hop’s greatest beatmakers. Revving up the flux capacitor, his most recent project, Time Machine, has Term kicking in your door once again with another notable batch of guest verses and producers but most importantly, his own brand of raw street sermons.

The first half of Time Machine prove that Termanology is donning a rejuvenated flow. The record opens with “Nobody Smilin’,” a Rakim-sampled tale of ill street blues over fellow Bostonian Statik Selektah’s subtle keyboards and pounding drums. “Brown Paper Bag” has Term spitting venom, calling out whack MC’s and fake gangster rappers draped over a beat from Don Cannon. On this one, Term delivers over 2 minutes of one lyrical upper-cut after the other until making a segue into the chorus. The high-octane “Stick Up” with Sheek Louch and Quest Tha Young’n, is yet certified street banger. Termanology tweaks his flow for better or worse as Quest delivers a memorable guest verse over a haunting Vinny Idol beat.

Time Machine’s lead single “I See Dead People`”acts as the prized conceptual joint, following Term through a cemetery, detailing the autopsies of the falling over a touching soundscape provided by Alan the Chemist. Term has certainly improved since Politics…; however Time Machine isn’t without its questionable moments. Case in point: “Bout To Go Down,” a faux club banger of the Pitbull variety. There’s no doubt that Term’s flow is fire, but his lyrics work best when confined to hood politics, gunplay and assaults on whack MC’s, not booty. The DeLeorean gets back on course with tracks like “Nothing Iz Real” which ironically finds Term dropping authenticity with the precision of an accomplished rapper.

It’s evident that Termanology has grown as an artist, keeping the loyal listeners engaged on every word and with the exception of few short comings, this record bangs from start to finish. Terms raw lyricism coupled with his ability to bring together some of Hip-Hop’s most celebrated acts STILL make him a force to be reckoned with in the early stages of his career.

BONUS

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Download — Termanology Feat. Ea$y Money – “What’s The Answer” (Produced By Lee Bannon) (iTunes Bonus Track)

Previously Posted — TSS Presents Fifteen Minutes With Termanology | Termanology – “I See Dead People”

Any artist in his right mind comes into the game and adjusts to the climate and attempts to fit in the hopes of being heard. In the process, whatever skill they may or may not have had often gets diluted and lost in the generic formula they pour it in.

Kaos is either stuck in another era or completely out of his mind. Either way it’s wildly refreshing. Read the rest of this entry »

Words By Landon A.

It’s ironic that my last day as a landscaper at a Kentucky horse farm would undoubtedly be the hottest of the year thus far. As I rose at 6am to commute toward the rolling hills of bluegrass filled with million dollar grazing thoroughbreds, the heat index was just hitting the high 70’s. When you’re trimming bushes for eight hours a day in triple digit heat, an iPod is a necessity. Today I found a diamond in the rough hidden in the recesses of my ever expanding library.

Canadian beatsmith, Dela manages to revisit the 90’s summer banger in 2009 with his nostalgic take on the golden era, Changes of Atmosphere. Like Marco Polo, Dela manages to pull together Read the rest of this entry »

It’s often forgotten that before they were “tastemakers,” DJ’s used to prove themselves by cutting up records & moving the crowd.

For a dosage of that original Hip-Hop, feast your eyes & ears on these two tracks from Rock Steady’s DJ JS-1′s upcoming album, No Sell Out. Both songs feature music that tap the veins of old-fashioned rap where the rapper dropped lyrical gems & the DJ was a featured part of the presentation, with cuts placed @ precisely the right times.

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Download — DJ JS-1 Feat. Large Professor – “Like This”

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Download — DJ JS-1 Feat. OC & Pharoahe Monch – “Ridiculous”

Below the break, an eight minute mix by DJ JS-1 of a few of his favorite verses from his new album, No Sell Out, in stores 6.23.09.

Not since Sarah Palin last opened her mouth have so many “G”s been cut off the end of present participles in one breath. Circumcised gerunds not withstanding, Large Pro’s beat is catchy enough, but the video is what caught me. The concept plays out through the lens of a View Master, one of which I happen Read the rest of this entry »

Found in the inbox…

To celebrate the first set of releases on Gold Dust, we’re presenting the Gold Dust sampler, mixed by the legendary Large Pro. The mix features brand new music from current and upcoming releases on the label, flipped, doubled, and cut by Extra P himself. Just a taste of what’s new and what’s next from the folks at Gold Dust.

Honestly, I haven’t listened to this nor do I have any true incentive to encourage you to. But looking @ the tracklisting made me interested in at least giving it a spin.

Plus, if Extra P’s with it, so am I.

Tracklisting & link after the break. Read the rest of this entry »

Words By Malik V.

Whether they’re not marketed well, or just flat out suck, comebacks by older MC’s in today’s fluid and ever-changing Hip-Hop game are usually busts (just ask the Juice Crew). Hip-Hop’s elder statesmen must simultaneously adapt to modern styles, while reminding listeners about the good ol’ days in order to be successful. If just the right amounts of these components are added, careers and reputations can be reborn. Read the rest of this entry »

Words By Landon A.

New video from Presto featuring Xtra P and Sadat X. Green screened like a muh-fucka.

Presto’s State Of The Art is in stores.

Previously Posted – “Conquer Mentally” – Review Of Presto’s State Of The Art

My son said to get a lil Extra P up in the mix today.

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