Best of 2009: Hip-Hop Albums & Mixtapes

TOP 5 HIP-HOP ALBUMS OF 2009:

Kid Cud - Man On The Moon: The End Of The Day

The Clipse - Til The Casket Drops

Jay-z - The Blueprint 3

Rick Ross - Deeper Than Rap

Wale - Attention Deficit

Hit the jump for Best Mixtapes...

Behind The Scenes: Diddy x Rick Ross x Dirty Money - Angels Rmx (Video)

Diddy has the nerve to compare Rick Ross to the late great Notorious. In two words, EPIC FAIL! Peep it...

Reez - Drop The World (Audio)

Happy New Year's. Here's a track that's going to be on my new mixtape entitled "Rezidue." Just my cover of Lil Wayne's "Drop The World." Be sure to leave a comment if you listen to it. Peace...

Happy New Year's Resolutions

As the New Year approaches, I have no choice but to think of all the resolutions we make on January 1st and forget by January 2nd. Seriously, I was going to do the resolution thing until I thought of a quote that's always stuck with me over the years; "Don't talk about it, be about!" So in a sense I guess that's my New Year's resolution. People that know me personally, know I'm a man of action, but some of the goals I've set for myself have yet to be accomplished. Quit making all these promises to yourself that you can't keep. Instead just do it. Sorry for using your slogan Nike, but I'm trying to impact peoples lives here. Anyway, while your at whatever party or downtown gathering bringing in the New Year, remember that 2010 is a new decade and the time for action. Now I'm going to grab some cold medicine and relax. Pray for me while your partying cause I'm sick as a dog, Reh Dogg. HAPPY NEW YEAR'S!!!

Kendrick Lamar (Free EP)

This is the Kendrick Lamar Experience: the beginning of the story of the good kid, that just wants to rap.

Hit the jump for the tracklist + download.

AOL's Boombox - A Day In The Life: Clipse Edition (Video)

AOL’s Boombox spends a day with Malice and Pusha. Peep it...

Benzino Talks About Royce da 5'9/Raekwon Beef (Video)

I posted this video for the comedic reaction I got after seeing Benzino's problem solver! Seriously when are rappers going to stop showing guns on youtube. Doesn't prove a damn thing. Peep it...

Lloyd Banks - V5 (Mixtape)

Lloyd Banks is back with the 5th installment of his 5 and Better series. I actually forgot this was coming out, but I’m glad it did. Whoo Kid actually goes light on the drops. Peep it...

Tracklist + Download link after the jump…

Fabolous Speaks On Singing Emcees (Video)

Fab speaks on the increase in the amount of singing emcees in the game. Also mentions Jeffrey Atkins(Ja Rule) & how he felt about the 50 Cent situation.

J. Cole - BRM(Beyond Race Mag) Cover Shoot (Video)

A behind-the-scenes look at J. Cole’s photo shoot for his first ever magazine cover story.

Jensen Kirk (Jay. K) - Paper Cha$er f. Big Sean (Music Video)

The Next 48 Hours w/ Wale pt.3 (Video)

According to Next 48:

The Next 48 Hours With Wale follows the rapper during his Attention Deficit album release week. Part 3: The Day After Album Release, features a string of appearances in his home town – Washington D.C.: Fox 5 TV Network, in stores at DTLR & Commonwealth and official album release show at Ibizia Nightclub.

Highlights include Wale refusing to sign a female fans ‘pink dildo’ and an in-store at the sneaker store he worked in before he got his deal.

Nike SB “Booom” Dunk Hi Quickstrike

Nike SB unveils yet another silhouette from its January 2010 lineup. Dubbed the “Booom”, because of the comic book-esque explosion design on the swoosh, the kicks take on a black/white/blue colorway with red and yellow details. Look for these to make themselves available through Nike SB retailers next month as a quickstrike release.

Courtesy of High Snobiety

Royce Da 5'9 - Pick My Balls Up (Drop The World)

Royce Da 5'9 decided to remake Lil Wayne's Drop The World & drop his balls on your head. Anyway, you always know when Slaughterhouse is in the building your getting your "moneys worth." Peep it...

Download: Royce Da 5'9 "Pick My Balls Up"

Lil Wayne - Drop The World (Alien Remix Video)

 

After the Travis Barker Remixes hit the net it seems like every drummer is taking a crack at this stuff. B.O.B.'s drummer Alien mutilates Lil Wayne's Drop The World f. Eminem. I love how easy he makes it look. Peep it

2010 Dunks

Spring 2010 Nike Sportswear Dunk Hi Supreme. These kicks feature a Laker-esque purple, yellow, and black panel with white midsole and gum bottom design. Another plus is the Zoom Air cushioning unit, adding a bit more comfort on top of the already flaming-hot design.

Eric Haze x Stussy x Pro Keds

Remember when Dame Dash teamed up with Pro-Keds & they had everybody wearing a pair of their sneakers? Well prepare for the return...

According to Hypebeast:

Stussy unveils a further look into its latest collaboration with renowned graffiti artist Eric Haze. Aside from an extensive clothing collection, the lineup also features footwear, more specifically a triple shoe set with PRO-Keds. Utilizing the brand’s Royal Plus Low, each of the three designs pairs Haze’s classic camo print on the uppers with nicely accented colors.

Solebox Collaboration Sneaker

According to Hypebeast:

Our resident blogger, Hikmet Sugoer, previews an upcoming collaborative sneaker design for his popular shoe boutique Solebox. Coming off a stellar year in 2009, as far as co-lab projects are concerned, Solebox looks to continue the success into the new year. Details on this silhouette include a neoprene in-shoe, premium materials, and hand-made construction. Stay tuned for a closer look and more information in the coming months. A release for these is set for February 2010.

Mistah Fab - Been Awhile (Prod. by Scram Jones)

Now this is something I know Will's gonna like. I'm not a Mistah Fab fan, but this song is dope. Deep rap with a rock edge, nice. It's called "Been Awhile." Peep it...

Download: Mistah Fab "Been Awhile"

Charles Hamilton - Normalcy Project EP

Charles Hamilton is finally back with his new EP the "Normalcy Project," but is he back? Hamilton's true fans have stood behind him through his highs and humiliation. Let's see what happens after this project. Peep it...


Download: Charles Hamilton "The Normalcy Project"

Fredro Starr’s "Tales of the Industry" Ep. 9 - 50 Cent pt.2 (Video)

I'll hit you guys with all the previous videos later. Fredro continues with the story about 50 Cent from last week. Peep it...

The Cool Kids - illRoots Interview (Video)

According to illRoots:

After the concert I [Mike Waxx] chopped it up with Mikey and Chuck about working on Blakroc 2 in New York, the status of their album, the Tiger Woods scandal and more.

Copywrite – Stop (Music Video)

Just discovered this dude thanks to my man Shake of 2dopeboyz. This has to be pretty dope if I put it up, so enjoy. This song is off Copywrite's new project "Copy’s Ultrasound: The Rebirth EP." Peep it...

Boo – Rooftop f. Curren$y & Capo (Music Video)

According to OnSmash:

The official music video for “Rooftop” by Boo featuring Curren$y and Capo. Originally on the Cool Guys Always Finish First mixtape by Don Cannon and Eighty81.com.

Ricky Jewelz - Doubts(Prod. by Team Green)

He's produced hits for Freck Billionaire, Fabolous, Gucci Mane, Yung Berg, etc, but now Ricky Jewelz is trying to step into the limelight as an artist. On his new song "Doubts" he talks about the game & how artists want his beats, but don't want to collab or get intimidated when they hear his verse. The beat is dope, flow is nice, & this is an must download. Peep it...

Download: Ricky Jewelz - "Doubts"

Reez - Always Fly (Prod. by DJ Pimp)

Hooked back up with the French Mixtape Boss, DJ Pimp, to produce some new heat called "Always Fly." We're dropping a mixtape in January. Leave some feedback & be sure to tell a friend. Peep it...

Download: Reez "Always Fly"

Missy Elliot - All 4 U f. Lil Wayne (Audio)

New music from Missy is always good because she brings the heat every time. This joint just happens to feature the Young Mullah Martian himself, Lil Wayne. It's called "All 4 U," Peep it...

Download: Missy Elliott - "All 4 U" f. Lil Wayne

Amerie - More Than Love f. Fabolous (Music Video)

Gotta love a woman with long legs, nuff said! Peep it...

Gucci Mane - Bingo f. Soulja Boy & Wacka Flocka (Music Video)

Normally I wouldn't post this, but as a blog we can't be bias. Much luv & success to all 3 of these rappers. Gucci Mane "Bingo"(Music Video). Peep it...

Karate Kid 2010 (Movie Trailer)

I had my doubts about this movie & then when I saw the first few seconds of the trailer I developed even more doubts, but halfway through I realized that this is going to be a good movie. Probably even better than the original. It's starring Jaden Smith(Karate Kid), Jackie Chan(Mr. Miyagi), & Taraji P. Henson. Will Smith's son is really doing it big & it's looking like his success as an actor could surpass his father's. Drops is June! Peep it...

Date to remember

As everyone is settling in for what I hope is a very happy holiday with friends and family there is something I would like to remind everyone to take a couple minutes out of our lives to think on and remember a specific event.

Five years ago everyone was preparing to spend time with their families. The fear from 9/11 had finally started to recede to the back of every bodies mind, and the economy was still doing comparatively well. Things seemed to be going reasonably smoothly. Until the most unthinkable event that will happen in any of our lives happened. December 26th there was a massive earthquake. "The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake was an undersea mega thrust earth quake" that was the second largest earthquake ever recorded on a seismograph with a magnitude of between 9.1 and 9.3. This earth quake resulted in a massive Tsunami that resulted in what is estimated to be between 200,000 and 230,000 dead, and 1.6 MILLION displaced. These are people whose entire villages were washed away.

(picture from http://www.masternewmedia.org)


Humanitarian aide did come. The USS Abraham Lincoln, which was in a port call in Hong Kong was immediately ordered to provide aide where 17 Helicopters assigned to HSL-47 Saberhawks and HS-2 "Golden Falcons", attached to CVW-2 flew 1,747 missions, resulting in 5.7 Million pounds of supplies being taken directly to the people that were hit the hardest by the Tsunami. This does not include all of the medical attention that was provided. The USS Abraham Lincoln was relieved by the USNS Mercy who in 6 months between Bandah Aceh and Nias treated nearly 100,000 patients, and performed nearly 500 surgeries.



This is not to mention all the civilian agencies that provides amazing support where the Bandah Aceh government would allow them to, and the combined world donation of 7 Billion USD in support.

While all of this saved countless more lives, and helped to get peoples lives in order again. It would be disrespectful for us to so easily forget something that was so traumatic that effected, and continues to haunt people to this day 5 years later.

I hope everyone has a very happy holiday and remembers that even if you didn't get as many gifts as you wanted to get, or maybe didn't get to see that one family member that you wanted to see that we need to be thankful for everything we've got.

-Will

Charles Hamilton - See & Say (Video)

Some more audio dope from Mr. Hamilton called "See & Say." Still waiting on his "Normalcy" project to drop. Peep it...

Clash Of The Titans Trailer (Video)

Lately, Hollywood has been flooding the theaters with remakes & book-based movies. However, this film is truly looking like one of the best of 2010. Peep it...

Kanye West - Glow In The Dark Book

According to OctobersVeryOwn:

I finally got the chance to sit down and read this book front to back yesterday and its amazing. Spike Jonze did a great job of exposing Kanye's 'talk it out' genius with the interview and its dope that Nabil was able to immortalize the glow in the dark concept and experience with his photos. This book is a reminder of how ill the tour was and that any good idea you think you may have should probably be further developed.

I've got to read this soon. Enjoy the artwork...

Usher x Nicki Minaj - Little Freak (Audio)

New Usher feat. "Young Money's Mistress" Nicki Minaj. It's called "Little Freak" so just imagine what Minaj is talking about on this song. Peep it...

Download: Usher f. Nicki Minaj - "Little Freak"

Juelz Santana x Chris Brown - Back 2 The Crib (Video)

Check out the new Juelz Santana video “Back to the Crib” feat. Chris Brown. The song is confirmed to appear in Juelz’s long-awaited third album called “Born to Lose, Built to Win (The Rise of the Skull Gang)” which is expected to come out sometime next year.

Wale - The Meeting (Audio)

New music from Wale is always good, therefore I'm not going to say too much. The name of this track is called "The Meeting." Peep it...

According to Elitaste:

So in the spring of 2007, I suggested to Wale that he create an audio manifesto of what he wanted to accomplish as an artist once he signed. DC producer Osinachi, the maestro behind “Nike Boots” who is now part of Rodney Jerkins’ team, blessed Wale with the beat for “The Meeting” and Wale, how do you say, “went in.” This became the first track we played in label meetings and for a time, it was discussed that this would be the intro for Attention Deficit. In retrospect, I think Wale stayed true to the goals set forth in “The Meeting” and you can still hear the hunger in his voice. So 2.5 years later, this track is emancipated.

Download: Wale - "The Meeting"

Random Acts of Fuckery: Die On Your Own Supply Edition

I've heard of swallowing drugs when the feds are in pursuit, but dude this is Marijuana, not crack, cocaine, or heroine. Even after all that considered, why would you swallow the bag? Take the marijuana out first! I'm just saying, but this is sad. Peep it...

Lil Wayne - Rebirth (Video Commercial)

Official commercial of Lil Wayne's "Rebirth" album, which was accidentally shipped out by Amazon last week. Enjoy this video because unless you get the leaked copy of Rebirth, you won't hear it until February. Peep it...

Kobe x Lebron x KRS One x Lupe Fiasco (Video Commercial)

Lupe Fiasco(as Blitzen) joins Kobe, Lebron, & KRS One for the latest MVPuppets commercial. "Santa lookin’ shook. Kobe lookin’ shook. Lebron lookin’ shook. I’ll throw your ball on the roof." This commercial is hilarious. Peep it...

Christmas Bickering

It is that time of the year where we are supposed to be valuing our time with our families regardless of which religion or, lack there of you follow. Where family that you don't get to spend time with the rest of the year comes around to cook heart attack inducing food, drink beer, and bullshit about different occasions.

Unfortunately it is also time for another yearly tradition that to be honest really just makes me sick. I tend to think of myself as a reasonably open minded guy. I don't care if the homosexual community wants to get married, making marijuana legal doesn't hurt me at all, and I can really care less what religion you choose to follow (obviously if you found a man-boy love, kitten-killing religion I'm not going to be very supportive..). However, this time of the year always brings out the most embarrassing aspects of humanity where everyone reverts to a "My way is right, yours is wrong, do it my way" way of thinking - that is more obnoxious then the same argument over who should win American Idol.

I'm referring to the Atheist/Agnostics VS Major religions. More specifically Christianity. I work for the government so saying "Merry Christmas" is not allowed based on federal law pertaining to the separation of state and church. So I have to hear all the Christian following hordes that I work with go on a rampage of how Christianity is the religion of our country, and if you don't like it get out, and blah blah blah. It's ridiculous for MANY reasons. Christmas is NOT a Christian holiday. The holiday itself (the date it's on, the giving of gifts, the decorating of the Christmas Tree, even the f'ing Eggnog comes directly from the pagan holiday Yule. So drop that argument.

Atheist and Agnostics - Really, REALLY if it bothers you that much when someone says Merry Christmas as opposed to happy holidays you need to have some "you" time to re-think what it is that irritates you. It is tradition for it to be Merry Christmas. I don't identify with any religion. However, I have a hard time identifying with the atheist and agnostic belief system because I don't feel hatred towards religion. In fact I think religion is a fantastic thing. On top of fighting a battle that reallllly doesn't need to be fought, it's tradition. Are you going to take offense to foot ball teams dumping coolers of Gatorade on their coaches? It's the same concept as having the ACLU sue to remove crosses. It really doesn't hurt you. This country was founded on the right to practice whatever religion you're following free from persecution, and our constitution guarantee's that right. Allow people to practice what and how they want without getting all butt hurt about it. Why can't you take a page from the Pagans - who the modern day holiday was stolen from - drink some eggnog and chill the fuck out.

So how come while the holiday season is supposed to be about loving our fellow man, and enjoying being with our friends and family, we would rather call the ACLU, get in shouting matches at the mall, or force others to hear our views on why it needs to be our way, and no other way is acceptable.

This holiday season, regardless of your belief system I hope you can understand the holiday enough that you can wish someone of a faith that is different from yours a happy Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, Yule Tide, or Holidays.


Merry Christmas Everyone,

Will

Big Sean & Royce Da 5'9 Collab? Detroit Stand Up!

You mean to tell me that two of my favorite emcees from the "D" are on the same track? We already know XXL Freshman Big Sean is on the rise & Royce Da 5'9, well he's a beast, but together their the soundtrack to 2012. The track is called "Own Planet" produced by Mr. Porter of D12. Peep it...

Rihanna - Hard Ft. Young Jeezy (Video)

One of my favorite songs right now & the video goes even harder. Peep it...

Reez x Mike Posner x Yung C - Don't Have 2 Leave & Realer

If you don't know by now my new mixtape "I Am Reez" is available for free download. It features production from Johnny Juliano, VybeBeatz, & Alex Goose. Plus, Mike Posner, Colin Munroe, & Lotta Zay are some of the artists featured on "I Am Reez." So go download it to the right or go here to listen & download online. As a bonus here's a taste of what's on "I Am Reez" & my new mixtape "Rezidue" coming soon.

Bengals Reciever Chris Henry Dies After Accident

"Cincinnati Bengals receiver Chris Henry died Thursday, a day after falling out of the back of a pickup truck during what police said was a domestic dispute with his fiancee.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg police said Henry died at 6:36 a.m. Henry was 26.

"We knew him in a different way than his public persona," Bengals owner Mike Brown said of the player who was suspended five times during his career. "He had worked through the troubles in his life and had finally seemingly reached the point where everything was going to blossom. And he was going to have the future we all wanted for him. It's painful to us. We feel it in our hearts, and we will miss him."

Police spokeswoman Rosalyn Harrington said homicide detectives have been assigned to the case but had no further information.

Henry was rushed to the hospital Wednesday after being found on a residential road. Police said the dispute began at a home about a half-mile away, and Henry jumped into the bed of the pickup truck as his fiancee was driving away from the residence.

Police said at some point when she was driving, Henry "came out of the back of the vehicle." Police have not released the 911 tapes, and Harrington wouldn't say if the woman, whom police would not identify, was present at the scene when police arrived.

Henry is engaged to Loleini Tonga, and the couple has been raising three children. Tonga's MySpace page identifies herself as "Mrs. C. Henry" and has a picture of her next to a person who appears to be Henry. She also has a post from Tuesday talking about buying wedding rings. A neighbor said Wednesday that the Tonga family owns the home where police say the incident began. Charlotte is home to his fiancee's parents.

"We ask that you keep Chris' family — especially the young children he leaves behind — in your prayers," Henry's agent, Andy Simms of PlayersRep Sports said in a statement. "It is tragic when a life is taken so young. He was a man just realizing his potential, not just in football, but in life. The Bengals will wear a helmet sticker Sunday against San Diego to remember Henry." - Associated Press



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Young Money On The Monique Show

Skewby - Talk 2 Em (Video)

Fellow Memphis emcee Skewby is on the rise to success. In this video he informs us that he's just a regular guy from Memphis. I'm not going to lie, they say if you can make it in New York you can make it anywhere, but I believe they should change it to if you can make it in Memphis. People are so used to that 3-6 Mafia sound &, like the elderly, they're set in their ways. Enough about that though make sure you go download Skewy's mixtape "Proving You Wrong Since 1988" here & check out the video for "Talk 2 Em." Peep It...

Jay Electronica - Exhibit C (Prod. by Just Blaze)

Jay Electronica delivers again over a Just Blaze banger. This is a very soulful track & Jay
showcases why I believe he should be considered for XXL's Freshman 2010 class. Peep it...
Download: Jay Electronica "Exhibit C"

Reez & Donye - Microphone Fiends

Here's a sneak peak at the collab project I got going on with my brother Donye called "Back 2 The Future." The title of the mixtape has a double meaning. All emcees call themselves the future, but more often than not a lot of those emcees should hang in the towel. Thus we're turning our back on the so-called "Future." We both have a love for hip-hop & wish to bring a better hip-hop scene to the Memphis area. This song is called "Microphone Fiends" off the old Eric B & Rakim beat. Peep it...

Amazon Accidently Ships Lil Wayne Album Before Release Date

"About 500 Lil Wayne fans got a pleasant surprise this week when the rapper’s frequently delayed new album, "Rebirth," showed up in their mailboxes. According to Billboard magazine, Amazon.com shipped out several hundred copies of the album this week to fans who had preordered it. Unnamed sources and an e-mail to the magazine from an Amazon customer uncovered the unprecedented snafu. Cash Money boss Bryan “Baby” Williams recently tweeted that Rebirth had been pushed back from December 21 to February 1 — a week before Wayne is scheduled to be sentenced and begin his one-year prison term on a gun charge. But the disc reportedly began showing up in mailboxes on December 14." - MTV

I wonder if this will result in a change of songs on "Rebirth" like the "Carter 3" after it's leak?

Tyler Woods - Hello Ft. Sheek Louch & Fred the Godson

Since Christmas is right around the corner I thought I'd throw this video up tonight. I like this song because it isn't a corny Christmas song. You could actually play it at a cookout or something in the middle of July. Haven't ever heard of Tyler Woods but dude has a voice & you can't go wrong with "D-Block's Silverback" Sheek Louch dropping a hot verse on your track. Also features Woods running buddy Fred the Godson. Peep it...

We got the funk

When Reez first asked if I knew anyone that wanted to write a blog all I could think was that we are two very different genre's.....Then I remembered that is what I like about him.

Then I asked what I should stick to..and he gave me free reign...So now we are going to see how long it takes before my off the wall is waaaay to much for him.

So for today's post I'm going to talk about an artist named Tek-One. I was first introduced to this band via a remix he did of a metal band called Bring Me The Horizon and their song "Sleep with one eye open"



Tek-One is one of the more popular artist for a new style of music called "dub step". I took some time this week to listen to more of Tek-ones work and I have to say the kid blows my mind. If you watch a video of his where you see him demonstrating the drums portion of his music it's just outstanding.

Here is the same song as above with him demonstrating the drums for it..



It isn't very often someone can invent a new style - it's even more seldom that someone just completely blows my mind with what they can accomplish.

-Will

StreetLevel.com On The Level W/The Clipse

"The Clipse are among street rap’s elite and inadvertent streetwear style icons so it’s only right that SL sat down with them to talk about their new album, their clothing line Play Cloths, and soaking up game from Pharrell and Nigo." – StreetLevel.com

Mac Miller "The Highlife" Mixtape

Courtesy of 2dopeboyz I learned about upcoming Pittsburgh emcee Mac Miller. This guy has definitely flown under the radar. He's already collabed with Wiz Khalifa & Skyzoo at the age of 17. He almost makes me want to say, "Asher Who?" Definitely more versatile & more street, if Miller plays his cards right he could make some noise in 2010. He already has one mixtape out called "Jukebox" & just dropped his new project "The High Life" today. Download link below. Peep it...

Download: Mac Miller "Cruise Control" Feat Wiz Khalifa

Download: Mac Miller "The High Life" Mixtape

Young Money - Pass The Dutch + Finale

This album was supposed to be in stores by now so to satisfy your Young Money hunger here's two more songs that were dropped earlier today, "Pass The Dutch" & "Finale."

Download: Young Money "Pass The Dutch"
Download: Young Money "Finale"

Styles P - Legal Money (Video)

Court Dunn and Nah Right have dropped their second one shot video for the week, this time featuring Styles P, “Legal Money,” off of The Green Ghost Project which is dropping Feruary 2, 2010. Peep it...

5 O'clock Shadowboxers - High Noon (Video)

Never heard these dudes before, but thanks to 2dopeboyz I found a new sound I'm really into. This song is off their new mixtape "The Slow Twilight." Peep it...

Maxwell Ft Nas - Help Somebody (RMX)

Nas added a verse to Maxwell's "Help Somebody" off of his new album "BlackSummers'night." Anything that has Nas & Maxwell's name written on it must be dope. Peep it...

Download: Maxwell feat. Nas - Help Somebody (RMX)

Cookin' Soul, Don Cannon, Game, & Jay-z - The RED Album

As the date for the release of the Game & Jay-z "RED Album" approaches, here is a teaser of what's to come, & I mean a teaser. The RED Album drops Dec. 24th to make the perfect musical Christmas gift for all you hip-hop addicts. Whether you've been naughty or nice, you will be able to download what Cookin Soul, Don Cannon, Game, & Jay are presenting to the streets. Peep the artwork...

Travis Porter - Go Shorty Go (Video)

Everybody has a "guilty pleasure" which explains why I'm posting this video. Travis Porter is a unique rap group coming out of Atlanta. The name is the first thing that grabs you because you might think it's a country singer until you hear the music. "All The Way Turnt Up" is my favorite Travis Porter song even if it isn't their song. Now here's the official video to what looks like their first mainstream single, "Go Shorty Go!" According to OctobersVeryOwn, "Strap has the best flo!" Peep it...

Drake's Accomplishments Through MTV's Eyes

When you get props from Hova(Jay-z) & Wayne your career/future is pretty much solidified in the game. Drake has created a bigger buzz than any of his peers in 2009 off of his mixtape "So Far Gone." So much so that it's landed him two grammy nominations & made every veteran & rookie emcee say, "Oh Shit, we gotta step it up!" However, now Drake has to deliver the same quality on his debut album "Thank Me Later." The pressure is on, but thanks Drake for helping bring real music back to hip-hop!

Young Money - Where's Wayne

After hearing Young Money's mainstream hits "Every Girl" & "Bedrock" repeatedly, this song is like their polar opposite and very refreshing. I don't know how many more of those songs I can take. Nicki Minaj, Jae Millz, Lil Chuckee, & Lil Twist go in on this joint which is sort of like a pass the mic affair. They can't find Wayne so they're frustrated & tell us what they are gonna to do to him if & when they find him. It's a fun, ol' skool flavored song. Peep it...

Download: Young Money "Where's Wayne"

French Montana - New York Minute (RMX) Ft. Ma$e (Viideo)

The latest video for French Montana's "New York Minute(RMX)" Ft. Ma$e.

J.Cole "Come Up Show" Interview

"I had the opportunity to interview J.Cole while he was in London, Ontario opening up for the Blue Print 3 concert. I estimated the interview to be around 10 minutes maximum but J.Cole and I went for 21 minutes. We decided to cut this video to 10 minutes and show you more quick questions as the year progresses." - DJ Chedo

Shawn Chrystopher Discusses Tattoos

This is deep. Sorry that's the first thought that came to mind after watching this video. Most people just get tattoos because their cool or they really want one, but there are some people like Shawn Chrystopher & myself that get them for a reason. He discusses why he hesitated and then felt the need to get a neck tattoo. Check it out...

Outasight - Further LP (Free)

This is for all hip-hop/music fans alike. If your a music lover like myself you'll enjoy this. Besides, everything LRG(Lifted Research Group) endorses is dope from Mike Posner to Wale to B.O.B. So enjoy Outasight's free LP "Further."



Download: Outasight "Further LP"

Lupe - Solar Midnite (Video)

Here's the video to Lupe's single off the "Twilight: New Moon" soundtrack. Lupe is so dope and I don't see any other emcee being able to pull this off successfully. I want to here more songs like this from him. Can't wait until LupE.N.D. comes out. Make sure you get his new mixtape "Enemy of the State" & be sure to go & cop the soundtrack & see the movie if you haven't already.

J.R. Writer "Popular Demand Freestyle"

J.R. Writer is back, I guess. Been a minute since dudes name has even been spoken. He should have been in the XXL Freshman Class of 09'. Dipset has died down like every other rap dynasty before them. I like everybody else thought they were the new Roc-a-fella/Nation, but I guess I was wrong. Anyway check out the freestyle & be sure to leave some feedback.

Download: J.R. Writer "Popular Demand Freestyle"

Lil Wayne Ft. Eminem "Drop The World"

I know there are a lot of Lil Wayne fans & haters out there, but you have to respect him if he can land Eminem on a song after their relationship. Love him or hate him, Wayne delivers a banger & the two have a strong chemistry on this track. I hope we here a lot more collabs from Wayne & Em. Rebirth is starting to sound like it might make some noise in 2010. I know people are tired of it being pushed back, but for now let your mind rest on this edgy hip-rock hit.

Download: Lil Wayne ft Eminem "Drop The World"