TrackBlasters Radio: 08.04.13

Da More Fire Monday – The Correct Flava To Start Your Week Host: DJ P.R. New Big Sean, Tyga, Ice Cube, Mayalino, Tyler and Ghostface Killah. Enjoy! Record Of The Day: Ghostface Killah & Adrian Younge feat. Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta Killa & Killa Sin – Murder Spree Playlist Big Sean feat. Common – Switch Up Tyga feat. Jadakiss – Hit ‘Em Up Tyga feat. Rick Ross – Dope Trinidad James feat. Reija Lee – Females Welcomed Ice Cube – Crowded Jim Jones – Harlem Shake (Remix) Beyonce – Bow Down Beyonce feat. Lil Keke, Slim Thug, Willie D, Scarface, Z-Ro & Bun B – I Been On (Remix) Mayalino – Kilos Megaloh – Programmier Dich Neu Tyler, The Creator – Pigs **Record Of The Day** Ghostface Killah & Adrian Younge feat. Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta Killa & Killa Sin – Murder Spree Ghostface Killah & Adrian Younge – The Rise Of The Ghostface Killah Ghostface Killah & Adrian Younge – The Sure Shot (Parts 1 & 2) Ghostface Killah & Adrian Younge feat. The Delfonics – Enemies **Throwback** Group Home – Livin’ Proof Lords Of The Underground – Funky Child Black Moon – Who Got Da Props [audio:http://www.trackblasters.com/radio/shows/radioshow 08.04.13.mp3] Download here

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De La Soul Talks Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Joey Bada$$, Staying Together, Paid Dues [Video]

Exclusive in-depth interview with De La Soul at Paid Dues. Part 2 starts with De La sharing their thoughts on what has kept them together as a group after all these years. As the conversation progress De La speaks on the new generation of MC’s. Pos points out that although he likes certain songs from Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Joey Badass, etc and he appreciates bits and pieces from them but he doesn’t think that there is one album that is setting the bar. Maseo points out that Hip Hop just turned 39 years old. When it first started most people outside the culture thought it was a fad and wouldn’t be around for too long. “We are in our episode of the 80’s with disco and r&b…but we are coming out of that.” “It became big business.” Dave adds that its about having a balance. We need more platforms like Paid Dues that allow artists like Jean Grae, Tech Nine, Scarface, etc a chance to be seen more than just whats on MTV, Billboard Charts or who is number one on Itunes. “Never forget that there is another side to what is going on than up there on the charts.” Watch part 1 here.

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DJ Doom & Nutso – It’s Just Begun [Video]

It’s been just over a year since the passing of legendary recording artist Jimmy Castor. To mark this occasion, Blunted Astronaut, DJ Doom and Nutso are proud to present a very special tribute to one of the most important B-Boy anthems of all time – the 1970 funk masterpiece “It’s Just Begun”. Hailing from Brooklyn, NYC, Doom has been immersed in Hip-Hop culture since the days of his youth in the early 1980’s. Graff writer, B-Boy, DJ, producer – there’s not a lot the man hasn’t done! On this, his third BA release, he teams up with Queens NY’s own, Nutso for a truly unique project, revisiting a timeless classic that carries forward the musical legacy of the late, great, Jimmy Castor for years to come. His trusty SP1200 is once again put to work, and Nutso combine their talents and with guest appearances by Large Professor, Tony Touch and El Da Sensei (The Artifacts) this limited 7″ is guaranteed to be another Blunted Astronaut sure shot. It’s also worth noting that the label artwork (by Mr. Krum) is inspired by the layout and typesetting of the U.S. 45 on Kinetic – the much treasured ‘original’ version. B-boys of the world… unite!

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Gee Watts – Watts Up [Mixtape]

Without the huge market of a big city and no major backing, Gee Watts surfaced the internet on Hip-Hop’s most credible websites in the past couple weeks and turned the heads of Hip-Hop lovers everywhere. With his hometown of Kansas City behind him Gee Watts drops his first official mixtape “Watts Up”. A 14 track mixtape with brutally honest lyrics, detailed story-telling, and a voice that conveys authenticity and truth. Download: Gee Watts – Watts Up Tracklist 01.WWGD (Prod. by DA) 02.Nasty (Prod. by Mike Hurst) 03.Quiet Place (Prod. by DA) 04.Watts R.I.O.T. Ft. Kendrick Lamar (Prod. by sounwave) 05.Fear God (Prod. by DA) 06.Trust Nobody Ft. Dre Harmony (Prod. by DA) 07.Ain’t Shit (2009) 08.Keep It Gee Ft. Adrian Truth (Prod. by TheGhost816) 09.Premature Hate (Prod. by Mike Hurst) 10.All My People Luv Me (Prod. by Tee Ohh) 11.Watts Up 12.Angels In The Hood (Prod. by FL Goon) 13.Outro (Prod. by MG) 14.[Bonus] Pay Homage

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Smoke DZA & 183rd – Ringside [Free EP]

As promised, DZA just dropped a new freEP for his fans. Enjoy. Download: Smoke DZA & 183rd – Ringside Tracklist 01. Smoke DZA – The Streak [Prod. By 183rd] (2:12) 02. Smoke DZA – Y2Kushedgod [Prod. By 183rd] (1:56) 03. Smoke DZA – Wolf Pack [Prod. By 183rd] (1:41) 04. Smoke DZA – Machismo [Prod. By 183rd] (3:01) 05. Smoke DZA – Hollywood Smoke Hogan 2.0 [Prod. By 183rd] (2:05) Previously: Smoke DZA Talks R.F.C. Mixtape, Wrestling, Success, Influences & Previews 4 New Tracks [Video]

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Big Sean – Switch Up (Live @ USC Springfest 2013) [Video]

Big Sean’s first ever live performance of his new track “Switch Up”. Some claim the G.O.O.D. Music artist drops subliminal disses towards former label mate KiD CuDi. However, Big Sean took the opportunity to clear rumors up and treats the students of USC during Spring Fest 2013 to a special performance. Hall of Fame coming soon. Previously: Big Sean Speaks On Kid Cudi Leaving G.O.O.D Music [Video]

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