“Gimmie ya BET top ten, make’em my main course/And this ain’t designed to sell — this designed to give you sickle cell & burn in h*ll…”

Rassy fires off a warning shot while preparing for his upcoming A.D.I.D.A.S. project with DJ Rhettmatic.  Backed by a triumphant horn section & Rhett’s scratched in vocal samples, “Release Yourself” is three minutes of West Coast mic domination with just enough bounce included for involuntary head nodding.

If you dig it, scoop it up now because word on the e-street is this won’t actually be on A.D.I.D.A.S.

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Download — Ras Kass – “Release Yourself” (Prod. By DJ Rhettmatic)

Back in ’96, Ras Kass did a Rick Ross song before Mr. Triple C’s even dreamt of becoming the Teflon Don.  Taking his West Coast boom bap on a quick trip down South, where the only thing that changes is the scenery, Ras drops the knowledge & metaphors we all love him for at the pace of a downhill skier, while sounding competely at home over the beat.  Making it’s way on both his debut Soul On Ice & The Substitute soundtrack, this song goes hard in the whip. 

“Miami Life” is a perfect song to add to your playlist for those days when windows and tops up are optional.

Download — Ras Kass – “Miami Life”

Following up the release of Vol. 1, the H2O-proof MC returns with sixteen of Ras’ classic tracks, and has an exclusive interlude where Ras gives some details on the A.D.I.D.A.S. project and announces the track “Goldyn Chyld 2.” With the rate & level of work he’s produced since his release from prison, it’s probably a safe bet for any Ras fan to go ahead & pre-order A.D.I.D.A.S. now. Until its release, enjoy another freebie courtesy of the the lyricist. Read the rest of this entry »

If you want to see a professional at work, take a peek into a Ras Kass recording session, as one quarter of The HRSMN invades Ski Beatz’ Big-Apple-based 24 Hour Karate School to lay down a vicious verse for “I Got Mine,” his collaboration with Nikki Wray, Tabi Bonney and Stalley for the dojo’s recently released self-titled mixtape.

I appreciate how Rassy openly shows viewers – take for take – how he’s placing punch-ins to produce his final product. Not every rapper will admit to using them, but to provide proper enunciation, certain times those breathers are a must. Plus, my man seems to have head screwed on tighter than ever, and his recent work ethic has been backing it up.

You never know, if he can steer clear of mischief, the Golden Chyld may see his day after all.

Rassy’s A.D.I.D.A.S.(All Day I Dream About Spittin’) project is in the way. In the meanwhile, he & 12th Planet apply a wickedly good remix to Little Jinder’s “Youth Blood.” Trust me, let it play. The first thirty seconds will have you wondering what club you’ve stumbled into. After that, it’s smooth sailing full of bass, frenzied songs and thorough emcee spittin’. Read the rest of this entry »

Earlier this week, an invigorated Kurupt held a barstool press-conference with Wu-Tang-affiliated M-Eighty, announcing the reunion of the once-unfuckwitable The HRSMN clique. Given the polka-dot reputation of these guys, I’m not holding my breathe. But, back in their heyday, Ras Kass, Canibus, Killah Priest and the K-u-r-u-p-to-the-t formed the Megazord of lyricism with their now eBay-only Horseman Project. Read the rest of this entry »

Over the years, The World Famous Wake-Up Show has had it’s fair share of superstars grace their opening intros, which are now known simply as ‘Anthems.’ Before and during their rise to celebrity, notably gifted MCs such as Nas, Eminem, KRS-1, Kool G Rap, Ras Kass, Tech N9ne and Xzibit – to name a very few – have at one time all graced the LA-based studio that Sway and Tech have turned into the Sistine Chapel of rap.

Produced by co-host/beatmiser King Tech, “Anthem 2010″ finds some of today’s most sought-after and renown talent assembled to form an updated lyrical Dream Team to keep the legend alive. Read the rest of this entry »

Ras drops a bonus track to go into your Quarterly archives. “Center Of Attention” features production by Giflo and verses by fellow Left Coasters Taje and Remedy of Stupid Americans. Read the rest of this entry »

“…You’re so 2000 and late.”

Rassy checking in from the future with a fresh feature off DJ Whoo Kid’s Digital Dynasty Pt. 10.

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Download — Ras Kass – “3008″ (Prod. by The Futuristiks))

Grazi: Kris A.

Although it didn’t have the commercial fanfare like “Grindin’” or “A Milli” before it, there was no question that Snoop Dogg’s “I Wanna Rock” was the track to rocked for veteran and burgeoning MCs alike. Rumour had it that Jay-Z was supposed to add one to the melee but apparently, he was more concerned with adding wifey’s last name to his own.

None the matter, there’s plenty of who’s who’s rockin’ over Scoop DeVille’s baby boy. Peep the madness. Read the rest of this entry »

Right in time for the holidays and sharing with loved ones, the H2O emcee releases a video for “Thank You,” that joint that pulled off a Golden Girls gafflin’. Put together by Guerilla Press, the clip plays as a career retrospective for Ras as he runs down memory lane.

Below is another offering of thanks from Ras, showing respect to his supporters and fans who downloaded (and some who even paid for) the Quarterly. Big up to Ras and Kris A. for the shout!

Ras Kass checking in from Miami with a short PSA thanking you internuts for your financial support on the Quarterly. If you haven’t downloaded it, do that. If you have and you enjoyed it, send a few digital dineros in that direction. As things evolve, this “pay what you like” model may be the only way our artists will have to eat off their art. Read the rest of this entry »

The H20 Proof MC is back and his Quarterly project is now available featuring both new music in addition to the previously released weekly tracks. Alongside Rassy are featured artists such as Killah Priest, Mista F.A.B., 40 Glocc, Krondon and others with production from Pete Rock, Veterano, Sir Jinx and Tha Bizness. Well worth the free price tag, but feel free to to tithe and support the “name your price” model. Read the rest of this entry »

Yeah, I’ve seen it spelled “Amzin’” elsewhere. But when the track first leaked, the song’s title had an “a” and I’m keepin’ the “a” until I see it officially. Read the rest of this entry »

So, hearing the words “The State Vs. Dwayne Carter” aren’t that odd as Wayne has caught a laundry list of cases the past couple of years. Yet, the Martian is due in court today for DNA testing. Not for paternity, but to establish his connection to a gun case in NY. Read the rest of this entry »