New Raashan Ahmad (of Crown City Rockers) release. Should be good.

Some Info From his myspace:

Not an album, not a mixtape , not an E.P.

Thirteen original songs mostly recorded in early 2009.

After touring the United States to promote my first solo album The Push, I discovered that I wanted to add more bangin’ songs to my live set as well as speak on some more topics that I have been dealing with.

Soul Power is the result. When I I say “soul power”, I’m talking about about what gives my soul, my spirit power–which is music!

This project was especially born out of all that I learned being on the road as well as teaming up with new friends I’ve met along the way which led to some dope collaborations!

I definitely have to give thanks to the folks who have made me feel at home while away from home; who have blessed me with food, shelter, ciphers, laughter, conversation, money, memories, general nonsense, and love.

Also mad thanks to the artists who blessed this project with their talent. I’m REALLY proud of this release and for the first time I’m releasing my work independently!

This whole process is my blood sweat and tears (literally) Please support! Lastly check out all the projects coming from my Crown City Rockers crew! Our new album coming in the Fall 2009. Hit me up and let me know what you think.

Peace.

Raashan

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written by DMXXX \\ tags: 2009, Crown City Rockers, Hip-Hop, Raashan Ahmad

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The name Organic Thoughts isn’t your typical hip-hop group name.  In fact, the name alone probably reminds you more of a vegetarian food market or agricultural cultivation.  But then again, the group members – Tonio, El Gambina, DJ Reason and DJ onPoynt – aren’t your typical hip-hop artists either.

To say that Organic Thoughts “does it for the love of the music” would sound cliché, but there really is no other way to put it.  Embedded in their music is the obvious influence of an old school b-boy vibe and the graffiti artist’s mentality – stimuli that they grew up with.  And even as the members finish school and move on to professional careers, they continue to express themselves through this thing we call hip-hop.  The group’s motivation?  To create original hip-hop music and keep true to the artform’s roots.

Organic Thoughts is a breath of fresh air, a return to what hip-hop is supposed to be. Comprised of two MC’s and two DJ’s from New Jersey, El Gambina, Tonio, DJ OnPoynt and DJ Reason have brought back the true nature of hip-hop-banging beats, thoughtful lyrics, and clever hooks. With the release of their new album The Purest Form, Organic Thoughts on Blaze The World Records, offers a diverse group of jersey hiphop heads who serve hot tracks ranging from the lyrical bombardment of “Check the Flow,” to the more melodic messages found in “Be Allright.”Speaking of Organic Thoughts appreciation of “true-school” hip-hop, the album also features two of the games quietly admired underground legends. Large Professor, reaffirms his lyrical prowess with a guest appearance on “World Renowned.” Prince Poetry of the legendary group Organized Konfusion is also featured along with Peril-l of The Mountain Brothers.

The Purest Form is a good album from an up and coming group that leaves the listener eagerly wanting to see how this young group will develop. While it is unclear what Organic Thoughts will do in the future, it is clear that they have not forgotten the untainted hip-hop of the past.

- b. easy from theavemagazine.com

written by Slim_Fast \\ tags: 2004, EAC, Eyesoulated Mindz, Hip-Hop, Large Professor, Mountain Brothers, Organic Thoughts, Prince Po, Uniq

Shout outs to my boy Slim_Fast for hookin this fire up!

Classified attended Hants East Rural High School in Milford, Nova Scotia. He started his own production label, Half Life Records and released his first full length LP called Times Up in 1995. ^[2] After years of perfecting his craft and sorting through label contracts, Classified produced, recorded and released his ninth album, Trial & Error, and signed a nationwide distribution deal with Toronto-based, URBNET Records. Containing collaborations with up-and-coming Canadian artists like Eternia and DL Incognito, as well as Canadian rap veteran, Maestro, the album was one of the highest selling independent rap albums in Canada in 2004.

In addition to the release of Trial & Error, 2003 and 2004 were busy and evolutionary years for Classified. With the continuous support of VideoFACT, he was able to release two additional music videos for the singles “Just the Way It Is” and “Unexpected”. Classified also continued to master his production skills and joined forces with some of Canada’s most prominent emcees, including Choclair and Maestro Fresh Wes.^[3] He also teamed up with former Columbia Records recording artist, Royce Da 5′9″^[3] and opened for Ludacris, Busta Rhymes, The Game, Nelly, and Black Moon.

Classified’s tenth album, Boy-Cott-In the Industry, was a high point in his career. The album includes guest appearances by Choclair, Royce Da 5′9″, Jay Bizzy, J-Bru, Spesh K, and Mic Boyd (Classified’s younger brother and fellow MC). He has said he enjoys doing music with other people: “It keeps things exciting and there are tons of talented people in Halifax so you make connections ’cause it’s not a huge scene.” ^[4]

Riding high off of Boy-Cott-In the Industry, Classified released his eleventh album Hitch Hikin’ Music. Produced like previous albums by Classified himself, it is arguably some of Classified’s finest work. On “Fall From Paradise”, Classified reflects on the difficulty of staying fresh and on top. In the hip hop meets rock song “All About U”, featuring singer Chad Hatcher, Classified shows the extent of his growth from his early releases. He eschews the current bling-bling culture of popular hip hop to remind people that life is not about trying to impress others. In “Hip Hop Star,” he muses about how some people act like he’s a major celebrity, while others ask “when the hell he’s gonna make it”. The rest of the album includes guest appearances by Jay Bizzy, Mic Boyd, Jordan Croucher, Preacher K, White Mic and more. Four singles have been released off the album: “Find Out” (which won the 2007 East Coast Music Award for Best Rap/Hip-Hop Single^[5]), “Feelin’ Fine Remix”, “All About U”, and “Hard to Be Hip Hop”.

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written by TheDude \\ tags: Canada, Choclair, Classified, Discography, Halifax, Hip-Hop, J-Bru, Jay Bizzy, Mic Boyd, Music, Royce Da 5'9'', Spesh K

I didn’t know much about D-Sisive before listening to Let The Children Die. He’s garnered a fair share of hype in the underground Toronto scene, but so do a lot of other cats here. I came into work a bit before 7 this morning, and the two albums that I had on my menu were Relapse and LTCD. I’ve been long awaiting the new Em, and I was real disappointed to say the least. I gave it a second listen incase my first impression wasn’t a good one, but that unfortunately did not work.

After one huge letdown, I was very unsure of what to expect when it came to D-Sisive. What I found out came as a pleasant surprise. After a couple of tracks, I was definitely intrigued. I googled up his name and started reading about a bit about his past, and quite contrary to what I had believed, he’s not the newbie that I figured he was. “A string of compilation appearances had D-Sisive on the verge of Canadian hip hop stardom (if such a thing exists) at the start of this decade, but for personal reasons – namely the death his parents – those plans were derailed and the emcee spent the better part of 10 years in virtual obscurity.” Check out CityNews.ca for the entire interview, it’s a must read.

D-Sisive has a fairly unique slow flow that goes perfect with his story-telling style. The production on this album should also be noteworthy, as it meshes perfectly with the raw bars of D. I strongly recommend Let The Children Die to those who are unfamiliar with the works of D-Sisive. I’ve seen a bunch of his mixtapes pop up on the radar over the past year, but I kept sleeping on him like the cool side of the pillow.

From the opening track, you get an eerie chill foreshadowing the soon-to-be heard madness from D-Sisive. Distinguished tracks like Nobody With A Notepad, Father, I See, Glorious, Mr. Daydream, and Die In Amsterdam make Let The Children Die my favourite release of the year. With a heavy work load in 2009, I haven’t had the chance to listen to as many 2k9 titles as I’d like, but I have no doubt that D-Sisive’s debut LP will be one of the years finest. Support one of Toronto’s best kept secrets by copping this in a store near you NOW!

Wish I was in Toronto two days ago; his show with DL Incognito must’ve been off the hook. If anyone somehow made it, holla with a review!

REMG Entertainment is proud to present Torontos own D-Sisive with special guests DL Incognito, Abdominal, Fundament & DJ Law live at the El Mocambo on May 7.

Six years in purgatory. A rapper who didnt rap. A performer who didnt perform.

Highly regarded Toronto hip-hop jester D-Sisive hid in his room, paralyzed by family tragedy and personal turmoil.

When he finally re-emerged in 2008 it was as a far different man and he had a lot to say. First, there was The Idiot: Hijacked, a black-clouded cutup of Iggy Pops 1977 album The Idiot. There was the dour Nobody With A Notepad EP and the underground hit Like This with Detroits Guilty Simpson just to prove he still had it. Most notably, there was The Book, the intense document of those lost years. 2008 ended on a high note with The Book receiving a Juno Award nomination for Best Rap Recording.

D-Sisive shows no signs of slowing down in 2009 with his debut LP, Let The Children Die. With emotional content, eclectic production, and hard hitting collaborations with Canadian Hip-Hop heavyweights Buck 65, Classified and Sweatshop Union; Let The Children Die is destined to be a classic hip-hop album.

Hit up the jump for a tracklist. He’s got some nice features on there (Buck 65, Classified, Guilty Simpson, Little Vic, Muneshine, and Sweatshop Union). Do not sleep people…

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written by TheDude \\ tags: 2009, Buck 65, Classified, D-Sisive, Grouprip, Guilty Simpson, Hip-Hop, Little Vic, Muneshine, Music, Rap, Sweatshop Union, Toronto

Filling a request for Wiie.

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Launched in 2004 by hip-hop outfit the Roots, Okayplayer Records here presents the first volume in a projected series. TRUE NOTES VOL. 1 is an impeccably hip collection of revered artists, including the ground-breaking DJ RJD2 and LA rappers … Full DescriptionDilated Peoples, and relative unknowns Nicolay & Supastition, whose hilarious “The Williams” (about a surplus of bills, hence the title) is a highlight.

Dilated Peoples’ “Okay” is one of the most self-assured tracks on offer here, but Jean Grae takes the honors for the collection’s most rambunctious performance with her effervescent “Fall Back.” RJD2 turns up again to produce Roots associate Dice Raw on the strangely relaxed “I Do What I Like,” and Virginia rapper Skillz is in his usual take-no-prisoners mode on “Take It Back.” TRUE NOTES VOL.1 is both a labor of love for its creators and a fine mix of established and up-and-coming hip-hop artists

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written by Breezilla \\ tags: 2004, 2004 releases, ?uestlove, Aceyalone, Adam Bomb, Baby Blak, Compilations, Dice Raw, Dilated Peoples, Hieroglyphics, Hip-Hop, Indie, Jean Grae, Little Brother, Madlib, Nicolay, Okayplayer, Philly, Questlove, RJD2, Skillz, Supastition, The Chapter, The Roots, Truck and Mack, Underground, Various Artists

Filling another request, here’s to JJ.

J.R. and PH7 are two up and coming producers from Cologne, Germany. So far, they have had numerous releases mainly in Europe and Japan. With their debut album “THE STANDARD”, due spring 2009, they are about to show the world their production skills. The album features appearances by todays top underground artists such as:

Planet Asia, Rakaa of Dilated Peoples, Edo G, Skyzoo, Supastition, Black Milk, Guilty Simpson, Oddisee, Kaze, Pumpkinhead, Edgar Allen Floe, The Good People, Sean Boog of The Away Team, Median of Justus League, Kev Brown, Tableek of Maspyke, Larissa Sirah, Soulstice and many more…

Peep their myspace for purchase information.

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written by Breezilla \\ tags: 2009, 2009 Releases, Access Immortal, Black Milk, Edgar Allen Floe, Edo G, Emskee, German Hip-Hop, German Producers, Guilty Simpson, Hip-Hop, J-Scienide, Jr, Jr & Ph7, Kaze, Kev Brown, Larissa Sirah, Median, Oddisee, Ph7, Planet Asia, Pumpkinhead, Rakaa Iriscience, Rap, Sean Boog, Skyzoo, Supastition, Tableek, The Good People

Got a request for this one, I haven’t had the chance to listen to it myself (took forever to find it) but based on the works of his I have listened to (And I Love H.E.R., The Charm, Danny is Dead) it’s worth the peep although it may not be destined for heavy rotation.

F.O.O.D. was released in May 2005 to little fanfare, in contrast to the widespread attention given to Danny!’s previous LP. Though the initial response was mostly positive, feelings were undoubtedly mixed. While many agreed that the record was a sonic improvement, both lyrically and musically, over The College Kicked-Out, listeners were turned off by the amount of cursing and explicit sexual content. Critics believed Danny! was trying to “wear a suit that [doesn't] fit”, implying that the role of foulmouthed cynic was not in context with the persona initially displayed on Danny!’s debut album.

Supporters of Danny! appreciated the new direction but overall everyone, including Danny! himself, felt that he took past criticism to heart and devoted far too much time addressing detractors and naysayers. In any event, F.O.O.D. helped Danny! finally distinguish himself as an artist in his own right and escape the “Kanye shadow” that had been cast on him as a result of the negative response received from The College Kicked-Out. Aside from the retaliatory songs, the record was praised for its vivid, sometimes satirical narratives, more personal glimpses into the rapper’s life, and even the brief optimism Danny! showed toward the end of the record. Allmusic recognized Danny! as “a storyteller…and a pretty good one, too”[1].

Unfortunately, F.O.O.D. didn’t do much to help Danny! make a significant dent in the underground hip-hop community, and buzz for the album subsided shortly after its release.

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written by Breezilla \\ tags: 2005, 2005 releases, 320kbps, D. Swain, Danny Swan, Danny!, Drea, Explicit, Hip-Hop, Ms. Lisha, Rap, South Carolina, Texas

This is one of the funkiest mixes that I’ve came across in a while. My boy chewlo over at 5vemics recommended it a while ago, and I’ve been meaning to share it with ya’ll for a minute but you know how it is. Anyways, if you’re unfamiliar with DJ Jay Glaze & Pro Celebrity Golf they’re a duo outta Manchester and they’ve fused the best Necro and MF Doom breaks to come up with 3 Sinister Syllables. Here’s a bit more info about the project via boomkat.com:

Welcome to one of the most esoteric and hands-down mindblowing mix cd’s you will ever have the pleasure of hearing. For the mix think Edward G. Robinson, Brass Eye, Larry David, Woody Allen, Bob Hoskins from ‘The Long Good Friday’, through to the exotic, fantastic and just plain unknown. Pop from all territories: neglected fourth albums, Japanese soul breaks, Israeli eurovision b-sides, country & western beats, obscure latin, hirsute eastern european songstresses, late sixties South African beats, swedish pop – all subjected to the Herring men’s discerning ears and deft fingers. And for hardcore breaks’ nuts there’s pleasures still more intense – check the Tribute to MF Doom; an inspiration since KMD days, here’s all the original source material for the classic ‘Operation Doomsday’LP, and further breaks employed by MADVILLAIN, Special Herbs, Monsta Island Czars, MF(GM) Grimm and King Geedorah all surfacing in an unashamed homage to the man ruling Hip-Hop right now. It’s been described by Stones Throw main man Egon as “…the bomb – the Super Villain MF DOOM wouldn’t give me my copy back!”, while J-Zone declared “One of the only CD’s I got sent this year that didn’t become a drink coaster!’ and Fondle ‘em legend Bobbito cried out “it’s paced unlike any other mix cd I’ve ever heard…..” and Wax Poetics magazine implored “here’s your Kabbalah. Study up, young grasshoppers.” and DJ Yoda and Dan Greenpeace descibed simply as “….absolute genius”. Over two years in the making, it just doesn’t get any better. Genius.

Tracklist after the jump. Make sure n cop this ill mix over at boomkat!

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written by TheDude \\ tags: 2004, Breaks, DJ Jay Glaze, Doom, Hip-Hop, Manchester, MF Doom, Music, Necro, Pro Celebity Golf, UK, UKHH

The one and only Nasir Jones over some smooth Jazz? Check. Some of the most recognizable names outta the far east blessing us with their twist on some QB classics? Check. A sick album cover? Check and check. Very nice drop, make sure to cop this gem at online stores everywhere!

Tracklist after the jump. Hotness….

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written by TheDude \\ tags: 2009, AjapS, Ali-Kick, DJ Deckstream, DJ Mitsu, Grouprip, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Jazz-Hop, Jug, Music, Nas, Youichi

Kero One has long been one of my favs and this CD definitely did not disappoint. Very funky and fresh mix has quickly put this in my top 5 albums of ‘09. Check it out and lemme know what ya think. Make sure to support your boy Kero One by coppin this in a store near you!

Kero One released his first record in 2003 on his own imprint, Plug Label. He recorded the 12” in his home studio, and funded the pressing with his own credit card. In the years since, Kero has released a solo album, toured the world, further developed his label, and collaborated with artists including Talib Kweli and Mark Farina. On April 7, Kero One will release his new album Early Believers.

The Feel
Kero One’s Early Believers is a feel-good Hip Hop album that doesn’t sacrifice intelligence for its positive mood. Melodically the album maintains an upbeat sound all the way through, beginning with the sunny “Welcome to the Bay” and “When the Sunshine Comes featuring Ben Westbeech.” Even more serious songs such as “This Life Ain’t Mine” and “Goodbye Forever featuring Ben Westbeech” have an optimistic tone. Lyrically this is also the case. While Kero raps about real-life issues, and he certainly doesn’t pretend life is easy, he stays focused on hopeful ideas. Check out “Stay On The Grind featuring Ohmega Watts” for a good example: “When those stress levels rise, we gotta stay on the grind.”

The Production
The production on Early Believers is beautiful. Kero combines soulful and jazzy sounds with vintage synthesizers, a Rhodes 88, and of course the ubiquitous MPC 2000XL, among other instruments. The album has a clear Future Soul influence, without diverging from its Hip Hop foundation. And the mixes focus on musicality over loudness, which makes the album a joy to listen to.

For Early Believers
Kero One’s Early Believers is for the early believers; he dedicates the album to those “who have been down with my art since day one.” But being an early believer doesn’t necessarily mean being an old fan – Kero also includes his “new found supporters” in his gratitude. Being an early believer is more like an idea: it means being a loyal and dedicated fan of good music that may not be commercial or well-known. In that spirit Kero One showcases some of his favorite vocalists on the album including Ben Westbeech, Tuomo, and Ohmega Watts; these are artists you’ll want to get familiar with if you haven’t already. Whether you’re new to Kero One or you’ve been listening since that first 12″, his Early Believers is for you, the fans of good music.

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written by TheDude \\ tags: 2009, Ben Westbeech, Grouprip, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Jazz-Hop, Keron One, Music, Ohmega Watts, Tuomo

One of my favorite releases from 2008. This album must not be slept on. I mean shit, just check the tracklist after the jump. This is a personal rip of mine.

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written by Chesbomb \\ tags: 2008, 9th Wonder, Analogic, Archrival, Ayatollah, Black Milk, Buckwild, Chaundon, Diamond D, DJ K.O., East, Edo G, Emilio Rojas, Eternia, Hip-Hop, Illmind, J. Siinastah, John Robinson, K-Hill, Kaze, Kenn Starr, M-Phazes, Masta Ace, Median, Phonte, Picture This, Royce Da 5'9'', Silent Knight, Skyzoo, SoulStice, Stricklin., Talib Kweli, Tiffany Paige, Torae, Wordsworth

Here’s a personal rip of One Be Lo’s 2007 release, The R.E.B.I.R.T.H.
Enjoy, and support the artists!

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written by Chesbomb \\ tags: 2007, EAC, Hip-Hop, One Be Lo, One Man Army, The R.E.B.I.R.T.H.

I’m sure ya’ll been waiting on this one to drop for a hot minute. I really got into Reks when his last LP dropped, so I’m definitely looking forward to seeing the approach he’s gonna take with More Grey Hairs. The single that leaked earlier this year (produced by Premo!) was definitely a nice teaser to get us fiending more Reks…

Tracklist after the jump. Support the hommie Reks and cop this in stores today!

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written by TheDude \\ tags: 2009, Add new tag, Demo, DJ Premier, Gi Joe, Grouprip, Hip-Hop, J. Creed, More Grey Hairs, Music, Rap, Reks, Skyzoo, Soul Searchers, Soul Theory, Statik Selektah, Termanology, Timeless

Been waiting on this one since I heard about it in that YouTube video Statik Selektah posted right after they finished the album. It definitely didn’t disappoint. Saigon has been hit or miss with me, and I haven’t really heard too much stuff from him that I thoroughly enjoyed, but he spits some real shit over Statik’s production. I’ve had this album playing almost non-stop since I copped it on iTunes last night. If you enjoy it, I suggest you do the same and pick this release up.

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written by Chesbomb \\ tags: 2009, All In A Day's Work, Hip-Hop, saigon, Statik Selektah

The simple shortcut to describe Rootbeer would be “MGMT injected with some N.E.R.D. and A Tribe Called Quest”. With an even more upped-tempo vocal cadence dancing on top of beatscapes that awaken even the hippest of skeptics, the music will make you jump up like a chimpanzee.

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written by Chesbomb \\ tags: 2009, 2009 Releases, A Tribe Called Quest, Flynn Adam, Grouprip, Hip-Hop, LA, Mash Up, MGMT, NERD, Pigeon John, West Coast

When this album dropped I initially wasn’t a fan, but 5 years later listening to songs like “Ch-Check It Out”, “Shazam!” and “Triple Trouble” gets me hyped. Even if you’re not a fan of this particular Beastie Boys album, peepage of some of their older works is a big must.

The hiatus is back off, again, for the Beastie Boys, and music lovers will bob their heads with insuppressible glee. With its Nice & Smooth impersonations and shout outs to Brooklyn’s Albee Square Mall, To the 5 Boroughs, their first album in six years, harkens the return of the trio to the city that made them who they are today. It’s an up-tempo yet surprisingly homogenous assemblage of vintage electro-style party beats, and it’s a strictly Beastie affair: the Boys co-wrote and produced each track themselves, which means that it sports none of the sonic fripperies and quirky collaborations that distinguished previous classics such as Paul’s Boutique. Finally jelling after two years of on-again, off-again recording, To the 5 Boroughs will appeal to those fans old enough to remember the Licensed to Ill tour. Those old-schoolers are sure to appreciate the album’s mostly off-the-cuff lyrics and minimal-to-the-extreme musical landscape–even if its stripped-down sound may leave others longing for the days when the Boys were California dreamin’.

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written by Breezilla \\ tags: 2004, Ad Rock, Beastie Boys, Grouprip, Hip-Hop, MCA, Mike D

The many of you who’ve been following us here at CTR for a cool minute now are aware of how much of a Brother Ali fan I am, so you have to know I completely geeked out when I saw this after I got off of work last night. Now, of course I pre-ordered this from fifthelement ages ago, but I couldn’t help but give it a listen before I get my hands on the physical copy. I think this album is great way to come out The Undisputed Truth, while maintaining the same implicit political undertones that he still managed to make the theme for his 2007 release, this EP manages to take bring back more of the soulful sound that was found in Shadows on the Sun and Champion EP. One of the highlights of this project is supposed to be Philistine David as it was featured on a documentary by Johnathan Demme based on the life of president Jimmy Carter, but out of all nine tracks it was the one I was feeling the least (the sound just didn’t fit in with the other 8 tracks IMO). Still, I thoroughly enjoyed all of the other tracks from the opening Real As Can Be in which Ali speaks on being on tour so much that when he wakes up at home in his bed with his wife he feels like he’s in a strange place (he also touches on his newfound friendship with Rakim and his new baby) to the track Little Rodney in which Ali takes it back to the days of Soul Whisper and kicks a little forward in Arabic (Can we please get a translation? I had to listen to it 4 times in a row). Other highlight include Palm The Joker & The Believers Slug (the only feature on the EP). Yeah, I’ll admit it, I’m somewhat of an Ali Stan, but for good reason. I mean he is the undisputed truth, for goodness’ sakes. I def recommend this to fans of Brother Ali, cats who’ve never listened to Brother Ali, and people who hate Brother Ali (it’s not too late to change your mind). With another Ant produced full length LP slated to drop the fall, my faith in 2009 has just arrived.

Edit: Begin Here is by far the best track.

Major shouts to Claw @ 5M for bringing this release to our attention. If you’re on 5M def hit the thanks for this guy.
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written by Breezilla \\ tags: 2009, 2009 Releases, Ant, Atmosphere, Brother Ali, Hip-Hop, Rhymesayers, Slug

Only thing I can tell you about this cat from personal knowledge is that he worked with Mr. Green on The Only Color That Matters last year and although I never peeped it personally (I know, shame on me) a lot of heads listed in their top 5 for 2008. If he’s as good as people are saying I’d imagine his roster picks for this album have to be solid to say the least, let me know what’s up with this release if you’re feeling it (or not).

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written by Breezilla \\ tags: 2009, 2009 Releases, Bee Uno, Confucious, D.U., East Coast, G-Smoke, Grouprip, Hip-Hop, J. Felts, Jenz Cypher, Mr. Green, New Jersey, Pace Won, Rival

We recently did a drop of a previous work from the Chicharones (Josh Martinez & Sleep of Old Dominion), didn’t know this was slated to drop, but shouts to Claw from 5Mics for bringing this one to my attention. Peep the post for When Pigs Fly to get a good idea of what to expect from these cats.

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written by Breezilla \\ tags: Chicharones, Folk, Hip-Hop, Indie, Josh Martinez, Old Dominion, Rap, Sleep, Sleep of Old Dominion

So Mrs. Diva’s latest effort Spandex, Rhymes, & Sou EPl dropped yesterday (holler if you want it), and I was initially disappointed because I was expecting this mixtape to be what was dropping. I remembered hearing about this drop last year sometime but it just never seemed to surface, but as I did some hunting around for it upon finding out she was to be releasing a different effort, I finally came up on it. An alumni of the (sadly) discontinued Def Poetry Jam and Columbia University (yes, I’m talking Ivy League), Amanda Diva puts shit down in a uniquely spoken word type of flow, all the while remaining as hip-hop and soulful as ever. We did a drop of her Life Experience album a cool minute ago, so it’s nice to have this joint (as well as her new effort) to fill up some of the void left by a stagnant Lauryn Hill in my iPhone.

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written by Breezilla \\ tags: 2008, Amanda Diva, Def Jam, Def Poetry Jam, Harlem, Hip-Hop, Mixtape, New York, NYC, Poems, Poet, Poetry, Q-Tip, Spoken Word, Spoken Word Poetry