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Here’s the latest video from Ramble John Krohn, and this one comes to us from his latest outing, The Colossus. The track is called “The Glow”, but to be honest, I have no idea where they got the idea for this video. I definitely like the track, and I was also a big fan of the new album. If you haven’t picked up The Colossus, you probably should do so as we speak.
Spotted @ Stereogum
If this album doesn’t prove that Rhymesayers Entertainment is one of the most dominant forces in Hip-Hop, I truly don’t know what will. I remember hearing about this album at Soundset last year, and even then, I knew that this pairing was going to be something special. After hearing these two collaborate on White Van Music, it was quite evident that Freeway & Jake One needed to do more work together. I still have quite a few albums I am highly anticipating, but I can assure you that this album is going to remain in my top 10 for the year; it’s just that good. Continue reading
Shouts to Nah Right on this footage. I have to admit that the sound quality isn’t spectacular, but it doesn’t take long to notice that the crowd in Amsterdam is really into this guy. If you haven’t heard “Exhibit C”, please do yourself a favor and glue headphones to your ears with the track on repeat.
On a separate note, where the hell is Act 2: Patents of Nobility?
This made my day on Saturday when I found it, and I definitely want to give a big up to Shake over at 2DopeBoyz. I’ve been itching for some new Mr. Slow Flow material since The LAyover EP dropped, and it looks as though my prayers have been answered. Apparently, Premo dropped this track on his radio station the other night, and from what I’ve read, this track will not be featured on Cats & Dogs; either way you look at it, this track is dope as hell, but I already knew that was the case because it’s EV.
Download: Evidence, “To Be Continued…”
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For those of you who have been following my writing, you know that Fashawn is one of my favorite emcees. His album Boy Meets World is a regular spin for me, and I think the kid is going to be doing big things; Apparently XXL thinks the same thing. Fashawn is the number four freshmen, and this is his promo video with a nice little thirty second freestyle. If you haven’t done yourself the favor of buying Boy Meets World, it’s probably about time that you do; don’t sleep on this kid.
This is the second part of a three part documentary Stussy is doing on J Dilla. This particular episode is about Dilla’s move from Detroit to Los Angeles. In this video you will see Peanut Butter Wolf, Egon, J-Rocc, DJ Rhettmatic, House Shoes and others talking about Jay’s transition Detroit to LA.
Talk about the definition of epic. I’m pretty sure this album was suppose to come out right before Christmas, but nonetheless, here we are with some official artwork and a tracklisting. The thing that gets me is that there are no producer credits listed by the tracks; this is going to drive me nuts. I really want to know who is producing on this album. There is no official release date yet either, but I’m sure we will hear soon enough. Follow me after the jump for the tracklisting. Continue reading
I don’t know if you guys were readers last year around this time, but I did this exact same thing. I am a huge fan of J Dilla; he is a huge inspiration to me. I actually made this mix on what would have been Dilla’s 36th birthday. I took a lot of time thinking about what tracks would go smoothly together, but I also thought about what tracks of his were among my favorites. The outcome? 23 tracks of straight unadulterated Jay Dee goodness.
I figured I would post this mix here because I really want everyone to be able to have it; it’s nothing big, but if one more person starts to listen to Dilla because of it, then I’ve done my job. James Yancey really was the king of the beats, and his presence is strongly missed in the music world. All of the tracks on this mix are either produced by or featuring J Dilla (with the exception of one).
(R.I.P. J Dilla February 7th, 1974 – February 10th, 2006)
Tracklisting:
1.) Words from Ma Dukes
2.) Reality Check (Feat. Black Thought) (J Dilla)
3.) House of Flying Daggers (Raekwon) (Prod. By J Dilla)
4.) Raise it Up (Slum Village)
5.) Love Movin’ (Feat. Black Thought) (J Dilla)
6.) Stakes is High (De La Soul) (Prod. By J Dilla)
7.) Find a Way (A Tribe Called Quest) (Prod. By J Dilla)
8.) Diamonds (J Dilla)
9.) Let’s Grow (Royce Da 5’9″) (Prod. By J Dilla)
10.) It’s Dope (J Dilla)
11.) It’s Goin Down (Skillz) (Prod. By J Dilla)
12.) Gazillion Ear (DOOM) (Prod. By J Dilla)
13.) Gobstopper (J Dilla)
14.) Survival Test (Jaylib)
15.) Dynamite! (The Roots) (Prod. By J Dilla)
16.) Wild (J Dilla)
17.) Whip You With a Strap (Ghostface Killah) (Prod. By J Dilla)
18.) Nag Champa (Afrodisiac for the World) (Common) (Prod. By J Dilla)
19.) Move (Oh No) (Prod. By J Dilla)
20.) Secrets of the Sand (Jay Dee Remix) (MOOD)
21.) Game Over (Flying Lotus Remix) (Dabrye) (Feat. Phat Kat & JayDee)
22.) History (Mos Def) (Prod. By J Dilla)
23.) Paid Homage (Finale)
I know, I know, I’m a little bit late on this one, but you know what they say: “It’s better late than never”. I really hope most people are as excited as I am about this one. Phonte and Big Pooh will be dropping their fourth and final album Leftback on April 20th through Hall of Justus Records. I have to say, I’m sad to view the absence of 9th Wonder from the producer credits, but other than that, this album looks like it’s going be some quality material. I’m a huge Little Brother fan, so I can assure you that I will be picking up my copy on April 20th. Follow me after the jump for the tracklisting. Continue reading
You will probably see me posting a lot of stuff about J Dilla in the next couple of weeks; I feel way behind the curve considering his birthday was on the 7th. Stussy has released a limited edition shirt in memory of Jay Dee, and they have also put together a three part documentary. This is the first part, and you will see many of the people that were privileged to know Dilla throughout his life. This documentary looks like it’s going to be an awesome testament to Dilla’s legacy, and you all should definitely check it out.
Underneath is a video of Common talking with HardKnock.tv about Jay Dee.
R.I.P. James Dewitt Yancey (Feb 7, 1974 – Feb 10, 2006)
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