AWAR – All I Want [Stream x Download]

NY emcee AWAR and Texas producer Rob Viktum first linked up while on tour in 2007, and have remained friends over the years. Rob was kind enough to share his Dallas studio and floor with the crew and knocked out a bangarang or two back then but never released anything together…until today. As two artists who respect their passion, they have decided to give the people some free music today to vibe to. Check out the new exclusive “All I Want” here.

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AWAR & Vanderslice – The Winning Team [Album Stream]

When a high-caliber NYC rhymesayer like AWAR and a buzzworthy producer such as Vanderslice join forces, their combined powers should leave the competition shaking in its boots. So it’s only appropriate that, on their first joint project, they’ve dubbed themselves The Winning Team. The 17-track album comes heralded by reader-approved singles “Cadillac Grills,” “Reincarnation,” “Broad Daylight” and “Wake Up Call.” Throughout the set, AWAR’s joined on the mic by a variety of noteworthy artists, among them BJ the Chicago Kid, Freddie Gibbs, Giant Gorilla Dog Thing, Has-Lo, King Los, Latoiya Williams and Roc Marciano. Vanderslice handles the bulk of the production, with help from Green Steez, Jaisu and Trox. The Winning Team is now available for free streaming and digital purchase courtesy of The DJBooth. All tracks are high quality audio (320 kbps mp3s).

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AWAR feat. Freddie Gibbs – Wake Up Call [Stream]

With “The Winning Team” album release just a week away (7/22/14), AWAR & Vanderslice unleash a “Wake Up Call” to the world featuring Gangsta Gibbs. If you hit the snooze button one too many times, this one smacks you awake with AWAR & Freddie Gibbs taking turns obliterating verses over one the hardest hitting beats of the year by Vanderslice & Green Steez. Those that are wide-awake can purchase “The Winning Team” pre-order now.

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AWAR feat. BJ The Chicago Kid – We Belong To The City / Ready For The World [Video]

With a new album, AWAR & Vanderslice “The Winning Team” release right around the corner on July 22nd, I decided to visually showcase two of the songs for this double feature presentation. “We Belong To The City” and “Ready For The World” featuring BJ the Chicago Kid (Produced by Vanderslice & Green Steez) appear in snippet form for this cinematic depiction. Directed by Ben Fredette, watch as We Belong To The City takes you on a trip through his stomping grounds and NYC Burroughs, with cameos from a few recognizable faces & affiliates. With the first half of the video appearing grimy in black and white and following the circulation of a $1 bill around, thing’s get more colorful and smooth for the 2nd song of the video, a soulful banger accompanied by upcoming star Bj the Chicago Kid (who has worked with Kendrick Lamar, Schoolboy Q, Freddie Gibbs). With each visual a reflection of its sound, we are reminded of the juxtaposition of both the gutter and the glamor and glitz of the metropolis. AWAR & Vanderslice “The Winning Team” hits stores on July 22nd and features appearances by Freddie Gibbs, Troy Ave, Roc Marciano, King Los, Has-Lo, BJ the Chicago Kid, Latoiya Williams, and more.

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AWAR feat. Roc Marciano – Broad Daylight [Stream]

Prepping the final stages of their Winning Team project, Awar & Vanderslice enlist the work of longtime collaborator Roc Marciano for a vivid tale of a home invasion & robbery straight out of a movie. The chilling backdrop provided by Vanderslice and Green Steez illustrates the scenery perfectly for certified street music purists everywhere. The Winning Team drops in July and in addition to Roc Marciano it features Freddie Gibbs, Troy Ave, King Los, BJ The Chicago Kid, Latoiya Williams, and more.

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AWAR – Reincarnation [Stream]

AWAR and producer Trox link for the 2nd drop off “The Winning Team” album by AWAR & Vanderslice. This soulful cut is about the transition from the person you used to be into something brand new. “The Winning Team” drops in July and includes guests Freddie Gibbs, Roc Marciano, Troy Ave, Bj the Chicago Kid, King Los, Has-Lo, Latoiya Williams, Giant Gorilla Dog Thing and more.

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AWAR feat. Troy Ave – Cadillac Grills [Stream]

“Cadillac Grills” is the lead single from AWAR & Vanderslice’s upcoming album, “The Winning Team” and features New Yorkers AWAR & Summer Jammer Troy Ave on the mic, with Vanderslice & Green Steez production. The project is coming July 8th and also includes guest appearances Freddie Gibbs, Roc Marciano, Bj the Chicago Kid, King Los, Latoiya Williams, Has-Lo and Giant Gorilla Dog Thing. While AWAR and Vanderslice have worked extensively in the past, “The Winning Team” the first full-length effort from the emcee and producer combination. The album is coming soon…ride with the team that’s winning this year.

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Evidence & AWAR – Everything’s Awesome [Stream]

Prepping the final stages for it’s release Vanderslice presents Everything’s Awesome. The title track featuring Evidence from Dilated Peoples and long time collaborator and close personal friend AWAR. Everything’s Awesome is a collection of instrumentals and in addition to Evidence & AWAR features from Freddie Gibbs, Maffew Ragazino, Merkules, Apathy, Celph Titled, & Twin Gambino. Along side his partner Green Steez, Vanderslice has created a soundscape and a collage of sounds ranging in style and extreme levels of awesomeness. You can buy the album now on cocaaaaaaine white vinyl, cause everything they drop is straight dope.

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