Tyler, The Creator – The Green Box Freestyle [Video]
Tyler’s latest album “Wolf” is out now.
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Styles P On The Combat Jack Show (Episode 1) [Video]
In the first part of our three part interview with Styles P on The Combat Jack Show, the gritty Yonkers MC began the conversation by revealing a physical altercation as a teen that changed his life. Previously: Styles P feat. Chris Rivers & Tyler Woods – Enjoy The Atmosphere [Video]
Read moreANTHM – I Remember [Audio x Download]
“In order to survive, you’ve gotta learn to live with regrets.” On new EP single I Remember, making its world premiere right here in The DJBooth, ANTHM reflects on the importance of keeping one’s eyes on the road ahead when chasing after one’s dreams. While the Big Apple representative does lace Freddie Joachim‘s wistful boom-bap boardwork with a few snapshots from his autobiography, the philosophy he outlines here is all about forward momentum. Emphasizing that his struggles as well as his triumphs represent the foundation for his future success, he spits, “You be sayin’ all hardship’s evil, but you’ve gotta question, where does the hardship leave you?” If this lyrically on-point selection has you craving more food for thought, keep it locked; The Fire Next Time will be available tomorrow. In the meantime, you can still cop Handful of Dust, the emcee’s recent collaborative EP with Blu, for free in the Booth. Previously: ANTHM – Imagine Nation [Video]
Read moreDJ Premier On The Combat Jack Show (Episode 3) [Video]
In the final installment of our three part interview with DJ Premier on The Combat Jack Show, Premier reflects on the standards of the rap game during the golden era. “Everybody just had to be that lyrical just to even be accepted in the clubs we went to.” Premo continues, explaining that the “bouncer test” was a great way to gauge a certain level of success and respect. “Even if it’s a party that was hard to get into where they don’t want hip-hoppers in there, the bouncers would tell them, ‘Yo, he’s official.’” DJ Premier parallels this to today’s scene, where he notices a greater divide between rhymes and style, which sometimes catches him by surprise. “There’s certain things some artists say that make you go, ‘Damn.’” While the producer states he’s a huge fan of true lyricists, he says every record has its place. “Don’t get me wrong, when I’m in the club and certain records that come on that’s more just about partying and tearing the club up, and trap music and all that, I love it.” Combat Jack inquires about artists Premier would be interested in working with, and he offers up the name of a notable Toronto MC. “Definitely Drake, which I say all the time. I get comments like, ‘I can’t believe you.’ Yo, he’s dope. He can rhyme, he makes good records.” Premo also praises 2 Chainz, who he’s had a close bond with ever since fellow Atlanta rapper Ludacris signed with Def
Read morePhil Ade – Xscape [Audio]
Phil Adé “Xscape” produced by Ashton Gold. This track will appear on Phil Adé’s R.O.S.E. due 7-30-13. For more info and updates www.philademusic.com
Read moreMayer Hawthorne – Where Does This Door Go [Album Stream]
Mayer Hawthorne will release his new album “Where Does This Door Go” on July 16th. The album carries 14 tracks with contributions from Kendrick Lamar, Pharrell Williams, and more. Stream: Mayer Hawthorne – Where Does This Door Go Tracklist 01. Problematization 02. Back Seat Lover 03. The Innocent 04. Allie Jones 05. The Only One 06. Wine Glass Woman (Produced By Pharrell) 07. Her Favorite Song (featuring Jessie Ware) 08. Crime (with Kendrick Lamar) 09. Reach Out Richard (Produced By Pharrell) 10. Corsican Rosé 11. Where Does This Door Go 12. Robot Love 13. The Stars Are Ours (Produced By Pharrell) 14. All Better
Read moreAphroe – Papa sagt [Audio]
Zwei mal 45 macht 90. Aphroe begibt sich mit dieser Doppel 7” für Liebhaber des unverschnittenen Stoffs noch einmal auf Zeitreise. Besondere shou-outs gehen an D.I.T.C., A Tribe Called Quest, Nas und die Ultramagnetic MCs. Aphroe zu 2×45 “Diese Doppel 7“ ist ein Nachfolger zum Projekt „90“, das MPM und ich im Jahr 2012 herausgebracht haben. Es beinhaltet Re:produktionen einiger der memorabelsten US-Rap-Klassiker der Neunzigerjahre. Re:Produziert wurde sie von hiesigen Produzenten, welche die Kultur und die Kunst des Beatschmiedens seit etlichen Jahren studiert und gelebt haben. Was aus einer euphorischen Bierlaune heraus begann – nämlich einfach mal “Time’s Up“ von OC reimpatterntechnisch ins Deutsche übertragen und beatmäßig aus den original Samplequellen und dem über die Jahre gewonnenen Know-How der Produktionsweisen unserer Vorbilder, möglichst nah ans Original heranzukommen – entwickelte sich mehr und mehr zu einem ernstzunehmendem Projekt auf Albumlänge. Es ging darum innerlich Reset zu drücken und persönlich, theoretisch wieder bei Null anzufangen. Auf eine respektvolle Art wollte ich so Erinnerungen und die damit verbundenen Gefühle einer vergangenen Ära wieder aufleben lassen. Für mich als MC ging es darum, mit dem Flow und der Intonation, sprich der Delivery der Originalstücke mitzuhalten, ohne sich von der gefühlten Grundstimmung zu weit zu entfernen. Dabei textlich aber eine komplett eigene Geschichte, unter den Vorraussetzungen bereits existierender Reimstrukturen zu schaffen. Also nicht bloß sinngemäß oder inhaltlich platt zu übersetzen, sondern vielmehr dieses Konstrukt mit Hilfe meiner Sprachfertigkeiten unabhängig ins Deutsche zu transformieren und damit Bezug auf meine eigene Historie und Zugehörigkeit zu einer internationalen
Read moreSampha – Without [Audio]
Written, produced, performed and mixed by Sampha. Without is taken from the EP ‘Dual‘, released July 29th 2013.
Read moreCrooked I – Apex Predator [Album Cover & Tracklist]
Crooked I upcoming LP features guest spots from Tech N9ne, K-Young, and Tena Jones as well as production from Denaun Porter, Cardo, STreet Runner, and more. “Apex Predator” arrives July 30 via COB Music/Treacherous/EMPIRE. Tracklist 01. YODO 02. Vegas On Biz f. K-Young 03. Let Me Get It f. Tech N9ne 04. Apex Predator (My Gun Go) 05. Nobody Cares f. Tena Jones 06. Crowns 07. A Lady Fell In Love 08. No Sleep Gang 09. Sumthin From Nuthin (Beatbox) 10. Crook N Porter 11. Tell Them MF’s We Made It
Read moreIamsu! feat. Problem – The Realest [Audio]
From the “Kilt II” deluxe version available on iTunes now.
Read moreAndre 3000 & Mike WiLL Made It In The Studio [Video]
It’s finally happening? Hit maker Mike WiLL Made it recently had a studio session with one of the most sought after artists in the music industry, André 3000. Hopefully, we will get to hear new music very soon.
Read moreTony Touch – Piece Maker 3: Return Of The 50 MCs [Album Stream]
DJ, producer, break dancer and emcee Tony Touch is getting ready to release the highly-anticipated third installment in his The Piece Maker album series. Piece Maker 3: Return of the 50 MCs boasts a whopping 25 tracks’ worth of fresh material from the Brooklyn native, including Booth-featured singles “Unorthodox” and “It’s a Queens Thing.” Eminem, Busta Rhymes, Jadakiss, KRS-One and Raekwon are just a few of the countless hip-hop heavyweights to make guest appearances on the set, which features beats by Em, Erick Sermon, Just Blaze, RZA, Statik Selektah and many more notable producers. Head over to the DJBooth, they’re currently hosting a free, exclusive stream of “Piece Maker 3: Return Of The 50 MCs”, prior to its digital release Tuesday 7/9. Previously: Tony Touch feat. D-Stroy – Touch And D-Stroy [Audio x Download]
Read moreHit-Boy – New Chains (James Somersett) [Video]
Former G.O.O.D. Music hitter Hit-Boy gives Kanye’s “New Slaves” his own touch. Previously: Drake & Hit-Boy In The Studio
Read moreGoodie Mob – Age Against The Machine [Tracklist]
“Age Against The Machine” is set to drop on August 27th. Let’s hope they still got it! Tracklist 01. U Don’t Know What You Got (Intro) 02. State Of The Art (Radio Killa) 03. Power 04. Silence….. The New Hate (Interlude) 05. I’m Set 06. Valleujah 07. Pinstripes f. T.I. 08. Special Education f. Janelle Monae 09. Ghost Of Gloria Goodchild 10. Kolors 11. Come As You Are 12. Nexperiance 13. The Both Of Me 14. Balls (Interlude) 15. Amy 16. Understanding 17. Uncle Red’s (Interlude) 18. Father Time
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