Tona – Grime Date [Audio]

Following the recent release of his well-received album “Caroe Diem”, Tona is back with brand new music off of his forth coming album “The Ivy League” with his new single titled “Grime Date”. Produced by Grammy Award Nominee Tone Mason who has produced for the likes of; Drake, Jay-Z, Ice Cube, Common etc. the song was inspired by Tona’s most recent trip out to London, England where he got first hand experience with the UK Grime scene that is set to take over international hiphop culture. The song also features London native Skripture who has been making waves as of late.

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Azekel – Stuck [Audio]

UK singer Azekel hits us with a new song titled “Stuck”. Over email, AZEKEL told The FADER, “I wrote this song a few years ago. It’s about being in a relationship that somehow you feel compelled to stay in and being drawn back even through the rough patches. I produced the beat to be a mirror of the raw and emotive lyrics.” Press play below.

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Big K.R.I.T. – 12 For 12 Freestyles [Mixtape]

With the exception of his spring-released “So Bad” single, listeners have all been anticipating a new collection of Big K.R.I.T. music content – whether it’s in album, mixtape or EP form. However, the Mississippi rapper revealed to fans that he’ll be releasing freestyles, remixes and new content until midnight – for the new XII/XII project. Above, he pilots the day with new freestyles for ScHoolboy Q’s street cut “THat Part” and the Pusha T street cut with JAY Z, “Drug Dealers Anonymous.” Check back periodically at the top of every hour for new releases from the King. via OS

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Deflowered w/ Nef The Pharaoh [Video]

Since hitting the hip-hop scene, Nef The Pharaoh has cemented his place as the Bay Area’s new golden child. Nef (short for nephew) began rapping when he was 4-years-old. In this episode of Deflowered, a MERRY JANE original series, Nef takes us back to his childhood days in Vallejo, California recounting his first time writing rhymes, and his first performance in front of a crowd. A true cannabis connoisseur, Nef has also launched his own line of Egyptian-themed pre-rolled joints for sale in Bay Area collectives.

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