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Though the advent of CD and MP3 inevitably replaced its significance, the last few years have seen the cassette tape make an unexpected comeback. In the first of three short films, ‘You Need To Hear This’ celebrate its invention by meeting up with Jen Long, founder of cassette-only record label Kissability, and Brian Shimkovitz, DJ and founder of blog Awesome Tapes from Africa, to explore what drives their enduring love for the cassette tape.
Read moreJ. Cole performs “Lights Please” from his debut album “Cole World The Sideline Story” at Power 106’s Backstage Breakfast. His sophomore LP, “Born Sinner”, hits stores next Tuesday. Previously: J. Cole feat. 50 Cent & Bas – New York Times [Audio]
Read moreThis will live on the deluxe edition of Cole’s new album, “Born Sinner”. In stores and online June 18th. Pre-order here. [audio:http://www.trackblasters.com/downloads/18%20-%20New%20York%20Times%20(Feat.%2050%20Cent%20And%20Bas).mp3] Previously: 5 Things To Know About J. Cole’s “Born Sinner” Album [Video]
Read moreDa Fun Doc stopped by B-Real’s Dr. Green Thumb Show. Previously: Redman On The 1′s & 2′s [Video]
Read moreThe producer/emcee of the DIEMON crew lets loose his latest full-length project. Stream/download below. Spotted @ 2DBZ
Read morePre-order “The War Within” now on iTunes.
Read moreIn the 2nd week of this seasons 2013 Do-Over, DJ Rhettmatic of the Beat Junkies jumps on the turntables and turns in an awesome hip hop set in where he drops some classic gems. Goodtimes as always at the Do-Over, but it gets turned up a few notches when a Beat Junkie representative is controlling the sounds. C-A!!! Bonus: DJ Rhettmatic @ The Do-Over L.A. (Full Set). Recorded Live at The Do-Over Los Angeles on May 26th, 2013. Much amounts of sangria and Hennessy were consumed during the span of this recording. The Do-Over has taken place every Sunday afternoon during the summer in Los Angeles, California since 2005. We also like to travel around the world to other fine cities when the sun is shining.
Read moreKanye in the studio recording “I Am A God” from his upcoming LP “Yeezus”. June 18th is the date. Bonus: Kanye West performs “New Slaves” live at Design Miami/Basel out in Switzerland below.
Read moreThe duo of Killer Mike and El-P, aka Run The Jewels, are all set to release their album “Run The Jewels” on June 26th. Here is a look at the official artwork and tracklist for the project, which features guest appearances by Big Boi, Until The Ribbon Breaks and Prince Paul. It will be available for free online but a physical version can be purchased here. The project will also be available as a deluxe vinyl edition, which can be pre-ordered here. Tracklist 01. Run The Jewels 02. Banana Clipper (feat. Big Boi) 03. 36″ Chain 04. DDFH 05. Sea Legs 06. Job Well Done (feat. Until The Ribbon Breaks) 07. No Come Down 08. Get It 09. Twin Hype Back (feat. Prince Paul as Chest Rockwell) 10. A Christmas Fucking Miracle Previously: Run The Jewels – 36″ Chain [Audio] Heads up
Read more“Blame It On The Money” featuring Big Sean and Snoop Lion is taken from D’Banj’s forthcoming album “D’Kings Men”.
Read moreLadies & Gentleman, meet Cassow. Cassow releases a the single “Love Solace” to begin his series of singles Called “The Luxuries Of Trap”. Produced by Srabi Machine.
Read moreAfter a numerous leaks, Rickie Jacobs is finally bringing us his full 7-track EP “Beautiful America”. Stream/download below. Previously: Rickie Jacobs – Puppet Master [Video]
Read more“Swangin” featuring Scarface is now available on iTunes. Previously: Stalley feat. Scarface – Swangin (Behind The Scenes – Part 2) [Video]
Read moreThe legendary Wu-Tang Clan performs at Hot 97’s 2013 Summer Jam. “A Better Tomorrow” coming soon! More footage after the jump.
Read moreProdigy talks about working with Alchemist and Odd Future to make the new album “Albert Einstein“. Previously: Unkut TV: Episode 1 – Prodigy & Alchemist “Albert Einstein” Release Party [Video]
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