Kidz In The Hall “I Swear" Music Video

A new Kidz in the Hall track is always accepted in these parts. I swear.

Kidz In The Hall: "I Swear" feat Vic Spencer from Ruby Hornet on Vimeo.

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New Mixtape & Track From De La Soul's Plug 1 & Plug 2 As First Serve

The last we heard of First Serve it was 3am in a Parisian suburb at an out of control house party with ‘The Goon Time Mixtape’ blasting into the night. That was just a taste of things to come from De La Soul’s Plug 1 & Plug 2 present ‘First Serve’; a dynamic hip-hop group, an album, a concept, the soundtrack to a movie that has yet to be made and a fable for our times.

‘First Serve’ is many things, but at its heart it is the story of two young boys from Queens, New York with big dreams and larger rhymes. Two friends, Deen Whitter (aka Plug 2 / Dave) and Jacob ‘Pop Life’ Barrow (aka Plug 1/ Pos), friends from seventh grade, are by their own admission, “different, but the differences seem to complement everything we do.” Their name ‘First Serve’ comes from their motto, “First come, First Serve, get what you deserve.”

We get a glimpse into their world in the form of the ‘Mrs. Whitter’ skit where we see the duo during the early days in Deen’s mother’s basement, the location of years of laying down demos and mixtapes on the hustle in the hip-hop game. With Deen’s mother Eleanor giving them endless flack, the duo don’t get much peace and quiet to sip on a 40oz beer and smoke a joint in their hyper-colour, animated world.

Due to hit the streets in April 2012 (4-2-2012), the ‘First Serve’ album tells the story of two dreamers in a basement struggling to start their musical career, the battles they face, through to the point that they eventually release their debut single, ‘make it big’ and their hard work and persistence finally pays off. As we know that is rarely where the story ends and the story of ‘First Serve’ is no different. Taking place in an animated world that could have been imagined by Hawley Pratt on Magic Mushrooms, the high spirited and often hilarious journey is pure old school hip-hop; skits, disco, beats, funk, quips, burns and hustlin’ all included.

First Serve “The Goon Mixtape” http://soundcloud.com/firstserve/first-serve-mix-tape-1

First Serve “Pushin Aside, Pushin' Along” Audio Stream: http://bit.ly/xaCAup




“Mrs. Whitter” Video Skit


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Hip Hop 4 The Soul

Here's just a few things that I'm knodding to at the moment. Figured I'd put together a whole playlist so that you fools could rock for yourselves. Oh... and I'm not the gossip type, or even the one to get into he say, she say stuff... but also I added the Joe Budden and Tahiry conversation on the Shade45 show with Angela Yee. Interesting.

Hip Hop 4 The Soul

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Jay-Z and Eminem spin a musical game out of 'DJ Hero'

I've never been the type to get hype about playing Guitar Hero or any of the Rock Band games. As long as I have my copy of NBA 2k9, I'm straight (I'm decent at the game as well). Word around the streets though is that there's actually going to be DJ Hero that comprises the Hip Hop aspect of music. Jay-Z and Eminem plan to imprint their own Hip Hop spins on the game according to USA Today. The thought of all the revenue that will come in from this game just crossed my mind too... this just might be bananas... but I'm still not ape enough to want to play yet.

The upcoming DJ Hero video game just landed two heavy hitters as MCs: Jay-Z and Eminem.
Both rappers are bringing their music to the newest offshoot of Activision's successful $2 billion Guitar Hero franchise. The game, played with a turntable-shaped controller, is due out this fall for PlayStation 3, PS2, Xbox 360 and Wii (no price or rating yet).

A limited edition comes with the rappers' exclusive new greatest-hits CDs, possibly including previously unreleased tracks, plus an advanced version of the controller, a DJ stand and metal traveling case. Jay-Z and Eminem will serve as consultants to Activision and the game's developer, FreeStyleGames.

The complete list of tracks the rappers are providing is still being worked out. Jay-Z plans on including Izzo (H.O.V.A.) and Dirt Off Your Shoulder for sure. Also possible: tracks from his in-the-works Blueprint 3 album. "I have a ton of content, I just need the pipeline," he says. "I love the freedom of (DJ Hero). I could wake up tomorrow morning with the idea for a song and call the guys at Activision and start working on getting it out."

Eminem is more cryptic about his contributions. "I don't want to give away any surprises yet," he says in an e-mail interview. "DJ Hero will include my music, and I'll be providing additional material as downloadable content by the end of the year."

Players use the features on the game's controller — a rotating record platter, sampling buttons, an effects dial and a cross fader — to match streams of song tracks, create effects and add personal touches to score points.

"You actually get lost doing it," says Jay-Z, who has played the game. It creates "a DJ's universe," he says.

In addition to single-DJ action, two players can compete or play cooperatively. Special mixes will let players use the Guitar Hero controller. The game spans hip-hop, electronica, R&B, soul and pop/rock with songs by 50 Cent, Beastie Boys, KRS-One, Blondie, N.E.R.D., Gorillaz and David Bowie. Superstar DJs such as DJ Shadow, DJ Z-Trip and DJ AM will contribute, too.

"You are going to get over 100 songs from 80 artists and 80 brand-new mixes that have never been heard before, including one with Eminem and Jay-Z (together)," says Guitar Hero president and CEO Dan Rosensweig.

"This is a game I can see myself actually playing," Eminem says. "DJ'ing is fundamental to rap music, so it's a great fit."
MIke Snider - USA Today

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Cassidy - Apply Pressure Mixtape

Cassidy has dropped his mixtape, Apply Pressure. Cass always comes with the heat, check it out.

Cassidy - Apply Pressure

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Charles Hamilton Sucker Punched

Ok... I tried to watch this earlier, but I got tied up at work. Charles Hamilton is on the streets with this chick and they're talking trash to one another. Then, ol' girl gets upset and wants to turn this into a freestyle battle. You know... like out on the corner, battling cats in cypha? So, she spits this written "poem" about how she's tired of that lil homie Charles Hamilton, and she's done with him. Then he goes into a half freestyle, half lecture you tone... and SHAM WOW! She socks him right in the jaw. Watch the whole thing... believe me... it's hilarious.



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Eminem Relapsed

This Relapse album is way sub par. The whole thing is produced by Dre, so I was expecting something... ummm... HOT! The only thing I keep getting is Hot Garbage. And can somebody tell me why this dude raps like he's from a different country with this funky ass accent? He's still beefing with his mom. Can't he just get over it and get her something nice for Mother's Day this weekend? There are a few songs that are ok to listen to (Beautiful, the video for 3AM, Crack a Bottle was cool), but it's typical Eminem. He took this long ass hiatus, only to come back the same as where he left off. He claims to have taken time to deal with a drug problem.

"I wasn't ready mentally. I wasn't ready to give up the drugs. I didn't really think I had a problem. Basically, I went in, and I came out. I relapsed, and I spent the next three years struggling with it. Also, at that time, I felt like I wanted to pull back, because my drug problem had got so bad.

"I felt like, 'Maybe if I take a break, maybe this will help.' I started to get into the producer role more. I can still be out there with my music, but I don't have to be in the spotlight the whole time."

Drug problem or not, him and Dre need to hit the lab and try again. I'd give the album 6 mics out of 10.

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Naledge Constructs Musical Art With “Chicago Picasso”

Naledge, 1/2 of the hip-hop group Kidz In The Hall, is readying his mix CD masterpiece, "Chicago Picasso." Crafted on the streets of the CHI, and encompassing his storied journey over the past couple of years as Naledge helped establish the brand of Kidz In The Hall, he unveils a unique perspective to his hometown.

"I wanted to show all aspects of Chicago, not just one sound. For a long time we've seen a specific side of Chicago Rap, but this mix cd provides new perspective."

"I wouldn't call this a mixtape so much as an exhibit...hence the name Chicago Picasso. The same way Pablo Picasso created a commissioned statue that has sat downtown in Chicago for years of interpretation; I want this mixtape to float the same way."

"Chicago Picasso" contains 20 original tracks by Naledge featuring appearances by Bun B, Chip Tha Ripper, Jay Electronica, Mickey Factz, Mick Luter, Rhymefest, Carlita Durand, Curren$y, J Ivy, Russoul, Doe Boy, GLC & Fooch.

"Star Struck" featuring Rus Soul

Tracklisting and Credits for Naledge’s “Chicago Picasso”:

1) “Intro/Some Shit That I Wrote” with DJ Timbuck2
2) “In My Own World” f/ Fooch & Mick Luter (produced by Picnic Tyme)
3) “Standing On Sofas” f/ Chip Tha Ripper (produced by FDNY)
4) “Focus” f/ Rhymefest (produced by Xcel)
5) “Southside Sh*t” f/ Fooch & GLC (produced by Analogic)
6) “Cleveland Freestyle” (produced by Double-O)
7) “Lovin' My Life” (produced by Black Spade)
8) “Cool Relax” f/ Jay Electronica (produced by Double-O)
9) “Viva El Fantastico” f/ Mickey Factz (produced by Nez & Rio)
10) “Round and Round” (produced by Picnictyme)
11) “It Is What It Is” Part 1 (produced by Ammo)
12) “The Beat Goes On” f/ Carlita Durand (produced by Black Spade)
13) “Blessed By God” f/ A. Pinks (Produced by Analogic)
14) “I Don't Even Know You” Freestyle (produced by SC)
15) “Lifestyles Of The Rich And Famous” (produced by Nez and Rio)
16) “Star Struck” f/ Rus Soul (produced by Sa-Ra Creative Partners)
17) “Crazy” (produced by Tha Bizness)
18) “Brother's Keeper” f/ Vic Spencer
19) “Futuristic Sh*t” f/ Vandylism (produced by Nez & Rio)
20) “Look At Them Hips” (remix) f/ Doe Boy, Bun B, & Curren$y (produced by MStacks)

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Young Chris - My Swag Feat. Sean Kingston

Even though we're all sick and tired of this swag word... Young Chris still feels the need to make a new joint called My Swag. First strike right there. Check out the track though, you might like it.

My Swag Feat. Sean Kingston - Young Chris

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Juelz Santana - Days of Our Lives

These are the days of our lives. Juelz Santana with no Cam. Juelz has skillz no doubt... but is his ego keeping him from being grounded? He's larger than life in his own mind.

Juelz Santana - Days Of Our Lives from Radio Planet on Vimeo.

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Cam'Ron - Let's Talk About Feat. Jadakiss

Cam using the sample from Black Milk's/Royce Da 5'9" "Let's Talk" track, featuring Jada. Pretty hot track either way. Take a listen.

Let’s Talk About (Ft. Jadakiss) - CamRon

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Bad Boy Taking Over?

Diddy has made a claim that Bad Boy is making a comeback this year. Not just a comeback, but a whole damn industry takeover. Big words... Oh remember the days of Biggie, Craig Mack, G Dep, Black Rob, 112, Lil Kim, etc? Those were the good ol days. Those were albums with anticipation. This stuff he talking about now? Oh man, I can't wait!!!! This is going to be one great year!!! (Can you sense the sarcasm?)

"Bad Boy, you know, we making a comeback," Diddy promised in a video. "We have been gone, we making a comeback with this Gorilla Zoe. We got this Yung Joc record, I got this new Cassie, 'It Must Be Love,' we got Day26, we got myself. We got Janelle Monae...Bad Boy rap is gonna make a comeback this year. We gonna make a comeback this year...Also, can't forget about E. Ness...We got a whole great stable of artists." (World Star Hip Hop)

We'll see Diddy... Take that, take that.

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Raekwon - New Wu Official Music Video ft Ghostface Killah, Method Man

Check out the new video off of Raekwon's soon to be released album.



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Method Man & Redman - 4 Minutes To Lockdown Feat. Ghostface Killah & Raekwon

Hmmm... another leaked track from The Blackout 2. Igor, it's alive...

This one is a BANGER!

4 Minutes To Lockdown (Ft. Ghostface Killah & Raekwon) - Method Man & Redman


1. B.O.2 (INTRO)
2. I’M DOPE NI**A
3. A-YO – feat. Saukrates
4. DANGERUS MCEES
5. ERRBODY SCREAM – feat. Keith Murray
6. HEY ZULU
7. CITY LIGHTS – feat. Bun B
8. FATHER’S DAY
9. MRS. INTERNATIONAL (SKIT)
10. MRS. INTERNATIONAL – feat. Erick Sermon
11. HOW BOUT DAT – feat. Ready Roc & Streetlife
12. DIS IZ 4 ALL MY SMOKERS
13. LOCK DOWN (SKIT) – feat. DJ Kayslay
14. FOUR MINUTES TO LOCK DOWN – feat. Raekwon & Ghostface killah
15. NEVA HERD DIS B 4
16. I KNOW SUMPTN – feat. Poo Bear
17. A LIL BIT – feat. Melanie Rutherford

Red Cafe - Hottest In The Hood [Remix] (Ft. Jadakiss, Rick Ross, Fabolous, OJ Da Juiceman & Diddy)

Who's the Hottest in The Hood? It's Bad Boy for Life!

Hottest In The Hood [Remix] (Ft. Jadakiss, Rick Ross, Fabolous, OJ Da Juiceman & Diddy) - Red Cafe

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Statik Selektah - The Thrill Is Gone Feat. Talib Kweli & Styles P

Check out this smooth track from Statik Selektah

The Thrill Is Gone ft Styles P & Talib Kweli - Statik Selektah

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Jadakiss - Hangover

Here's a track that was left off of "The Last Kiss" because of clearance issues. Good. The hook is more annoying than some of the worst on the album already. Jada spit some liquid fire as usual, but not putting this track on the album was a good thing.

Hangover - Jadakiss

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