Masta Ace: Disposable Arts (Official Album Documentary) [Video]

Originally released in 2001, “Disposable Arts” is a thematic/concept album by Brooklyn emcee Masta Ace. The concept follows that Masta Ace is being released from prison, his return to home and joining “The Institute of Disposable Arts”. The album is one complete story with the skits and songs together. The album contain many guest artists like Masta Ace’s group eMC (Stricklin & Wordsworth), Apocalypse, Greg Nice of Nice & Smooth, Rah Digga, J-Ro of Tha Alkaholiks, King Tee, Jean Grae, Punchline, Young Zee and more. Also a bunch of different producers (Paul Nice, Domingo, Deacon The Villain of CunninLynguists, Xplicit, Ayatollah, Sabor and more), this album is seen as a classic album by most Hip Hop heads. The CD reissue which came out in October 22nd 2013 on Below System Records, contains a 2 hour DVD documentary where you will see most of the contributors to the “Disposable Arts” album. Interviews, stories behind the tracks and more content about the making of “Disposable Arts”.

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Brainiac Beats feat. El Gant, Vvs Verbal & Bekay – Blessed [Video]

As an artist, the come-up is just as hard as it is gratifying, and it’s the latter quality that makes every win that much more successful. That message is at the core of Spanish producer, Brainiac Beats’ smooth single, “Blessed”, and its newly released visuals. Directed by 2050films, the video embraces the idea of remembering where you came from, through the black-and-white footage of a young artist’s creative process. His narrative is interspersed between shots of heavyweight vocal guests—NYC rappers El Gant, Vvs Verbal, and Bekay on the bars, and Dallas singer Glen ‘Grey’ Reynolds on the hook—posted up on a Brooklyn basketball court. The lyrics represent the rise and drive of the protagonist; characteristics that are mirrored through the individual success of all of the featured artists. What does the future hold for the young and determined creative? Maybe Brainiac Beats will let us know when he drops his next single. “Blessed” is now available for free download on SoundCloud via Gris Materia Records, here.

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Conway – Wraith-Ful [Video]

The Mad Ciphas Collective presents Conway The Machine representing Buffalo, NY as we bring to you his latest visual in the titled track “Wraith-Ful” off his project Reject 2 out now. Check for the project and support this emerging artist on the rise. Besides his appearance on our platform and his extensive collaborative work with his partners in rhyme Westside Gunn and producer Daringer and the rest of the Griselda Records, GXFR and SEGang crew he continues to put forward that muddy gritty raps that the game is missing.

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L’Orange & Jeremiah Jae feat. Homeboy Sandman – Ignore The Man To Your Right [Video]

Deep kick drums, ticking hi-hats, irregular rhythms, and Victrola static all over golden age vocalizations combine to provide the black & white soundscape over which Chicago emcee Jeremiah Jae delivers deadpan lyrics. Stones Throw spitter Homeboy Sandman ties his verbals to the track on the second verse to complete the unsettling song. Taken by itself L’Orange & Jeremiah Jae’s singles leave listeners adrift in an undefined world of prohibition rap – a artistic Hiphop version of 1930s gangster films. But as fans of L’Orange already know, making sense of the story as each piece of the puzzle unfolds is part of the experience. “The Night Took Us In Like Family” out now.

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Marvelous Mag feat. Hus Kingpin & SmooVth – Rooftop Rap [Audio]

Marvelous Mag drops a new soulful joint with his 2 brothers Hus and SmooVth for this weeks #MarvelousMusicMondays release. The 3 All Star Emcees show why they are the best in their respectable lanes. Marvelous is always coming with something laid back, and this single doesn’t disappoint. As one of his singles for his upcoming EP entitled “I Shine” the Brooklyn Native has his 2 snipers poetically laid down the law of the land on this track. So sit back relax and listen to the sounds of Mr Marvelous.

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TrackBlasters Radio: 07.03.16

Da More Fire Monday – The Correct Flava To Start Your Week Host: DJ P.R. Today, the legendary DJ Babu (of Dilated Peoples / Beat Junkies) takes over the TB Radio airwaves with his set from Boiler Room’s first Mystery Crates episode, playing DJ Nu-Mark‘s records. Enjoy! Record Of The Day: Back on Wednesday! Playlist No playlist available Download here (right click and save as…)

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