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Halloween is in the air as temperatures cool down and the night falls just a little bit early. The latest installment from HAND GUNZ HIGH camp dropped nearly 3 months ago – but there’s no better time to get familiar. Set against the backdrop of the series Are You Afraid of Dark - the title is not just a play on words; go on – take a listen if you haven’t already….What’s the matter? Are You Afraid of the Art?

1. Intro

2. Heatwave Blackout ft. Ali Sifflet (prod. Intell Hazefield)

3. Wolfpack ft. Ses Da Great (prod. Best Kept Secret)
4. Monster For The Team – Kwamizzle
5. Marionette – Intell Hazefield ft. Altez
6. Those Who Are Dead – Kane, Kwamizzle ft. Sonny Black, Jo Biggs
7. Prelude To A Nightmare ft. Benji Blanco (prod. Benji Blanco)
8. Nightmares ft. Ali Sifflet

9. Outro – Kwamizzle ft. Ali Sifflet
10. More Wolves ft. Ses Da Great, G. Bag$, Flee, Zues Lytning

We heard that Stringer Bell had a new video out with a 9th Wonder produced track; as 9th Wonder stans, we always jump at the chance to listen to new music but to our surprise the track seemed oddly familiar… Yes! it was; 2003′s Ether Remix on God’s Stepson… And if you’ve been paying attention like good boys and girls; you’d remember that the homie Mike Schpitz laced this track lovely on his Love Potion Number 9th project.

That is not to say that Idris Elba didn’t put his own spin on it; if you ask us it doesn’t sound like much a of beef track anyway.


Mike Schpitz – Message In A Bottle

Original Beat from 9th Wonder’s: God’s Stepson
Nas – Ether (9th Wonder Remix)

WHEN: TONIGHT @ 7:30 (Doors @ 6:30)

WHERE: http://g.co/maps/avhc7
SOBs
204 Varick St.
New York, NY

Event Link:  https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=190495151023103

NickE B & Blaine – Otis (Remix) [MP3]

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Spotted @ Source via Hulkshare

NY heads you can check him out at the Bitter End this Saturday.

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DJ Midas and Killer Ben (both New York natives,  now living in Los Angeles).  DJ Midas has worked on diverse projects such as creating mixtapes, as a studio/tour DJ, engineer and producer for Jodeci, Flo Rida and many independent artists and bands. He has produced scores for television shows such as Basketball Wives, Teen Cribs, and True Life. He wrote and performed the theme song “Hard Luck”, with Tree Adams, to the movie Hard Luck directed by Mario Van Peebles (SONY Pictures Ent). He has also scored many independent documentaries.

Killer Ben made his debut with J Rocc and Truly Odd/ Heavyweights Records release of “Hitman 4 Hire” and “Exercise 1, 2.” Now working with Gold Chain Music, he has been featured with some of the best hip hop artists and producers on both coasts such as Planet Asia, Agallah, Blu, Alchemist, K Solo and Dr. Dre. THE MECHANIC is Killer Ben’s debut mixtape, filled with character and well delivered lyrics to capture the listener’s attention.  Killer Ben aka Ben Buford from City Of Shaft Brooklyn, NY is a well respected MC in the streets of NYC and Upstate NY and is known for freestylin’ and writing excellent works.
 



 
Cant Get Over You by Luck-One prod. Tyler Smith

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Luck-One Releases Second Leak Off Of His Forthcoming Mixtape: King Of The Northwest

Right in time for the summer, Luck-One returns with the second single off of King Of The Northwest, his ambitious new mixtape which is scheduled for an August 30^th release.

“Can’t Get Over You”, a feel good ode to summertime merriment is a perfect mix of Luck’s lyrical prowess and producer Tyler Smith’s timeless feel-good funk. The two work together seamlessly to produce a piece of music that is sure to be playing out of stereo systems at bbq’s and block parties all summer long.

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iLL, that is all.

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Rocawear Releases “That’s Rocawear” Campaign Video Featuring Wordspit The ILLest & The ILLest Band

Since kicking off a new online campaign, Rocawear has displayed its hopes of expanding its brand into the mainstream. In this series of 37 music videos Rocawear features a selection of poets, musicians, dancers and artists from all walks of life. In this specific video, Wordspit The ILLest & The ILLest exhibit today’s mainstream appeal through their epic renditions of System Of A Down’s “Chop Suey” and Jay-Z’s “You Don’t Know”.

It is obvious that Wordspit is definitely a star in the making. Add a resume that includes a national ad campaign with McDonald’s; an Underground Music Award for Most Dynamic Solo Artist (2010); features on sites like 2DopeBoyz, Capcom, The Source, XXL, DefSounds, HipHopDX; and, Wordspit isn’t merely a contender – but, an all out force to be reckoned with. Accompanied by violinist Jordan Ware, bass guitarist Tyrell, guitarist Duke, Powers on drums, Cocoa Sarai on vocals and DJ Laser, Wordspit creates an all out auditory and creative experience with his band “The ILLest”.

From performing at such local New York venues as South Paw & Santos Party House, Wordspit The ILLest & The ILLest have expanded their brand through performances at RocNation, The Knitting Factory, Gramercy Theatre, and New Meadowlands Stadium.  The release of this video leads to an upcoming concert benefitting HIV Prevention, Live in Union Square Park on September 8th, 2011 sponsored by Rocawear, Artful Dodger & MTV’s Staying Alive Foundation.

“That’s Rocawear” viral videos celebrate the evolution of hip hop culture. Rocawear was established in 1999 off the excitement surrounding

Jay-Z and Rocafella Records and remains today as the number one urban lifestyle brand in the world. Rocawear celebrates how the culture has evolved and how Rocawear has not only evolved with the culture but has been a major force in communicating that evolution around the world. Jay-Z wants people to understand that Rocawear is not just suited for one particular group or culture. “It’s all walks of life,” says Jigga. “When I played the Glastonbury music festival people said a hip-hop artist couldn’t play a rock festival. But culture isn’t segmented like that any more. There’s so much cross-pollenization [sic] and the same thing is true for clothes.”

 

For more information on Wordspit The ILLest & The ILLest Band please visit wordspitwashere.com

(umm GFK  wears a stocking cap, no?)

The Good News: The Doom and Ghostface project seems to be actually happening and for thirsty Doom x Ghostface aficionados like myself, this kind of a big deal.

The Bad News: The track premiered yesterday on that whack XXL site [yawn].

The Great News: It’s available on iTunes or Amazon today and for you real wax and collectors there is a ill 12″ over at Nature Sounds

DoomStarks – Victory Laps [MP3]

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TRACKLIST

1. DJ DUB / DJ DUB FLOYD – INTRO
2. DIGGY / LUPE FIASCO / PHARRELL WILLIAMS – OH YEAH
3. LUPE FIASCO – SHOW GOES ON (SCREAMIXX)
4. LUPE FIASCO – BEAMIN (DUBMIX)
5. KANYE WEST / LLOYD BANKS / FABOLOUS / PUSHA T – START IT UP (SCREAMIXX)
6. KANYE WEST / NAS – WE MAJOR (DUBMIX)
7. KANYE WEST / NAS – ALL FALLS DOWN (DUBMIX)
8. KANYE WEST / 88 KEYS – STAY UP (DUBMIX)
9. BIG SEAN / KANYE WEST / LUPE FIASCO – WHATEVER YOU WANT (DUBMIX)
10. KANYE WEST – HEARTLESS (DUBMIX)

11. PHARELL WILLIAMS / CLIPSE – DELINQUENT (DUBMIX)
12. KANYE WEST / MOS DEF / COMMON – MONSTER (DUBMIX)
13. LUPE FIASCO – SUPERSTAR (DUBMIX)
14. KANYE WEST / JAY-Z – THE BOUNCE (SCREAMIXX)
15. LUPE FIASCO – MOMENT FOR LIFE
16. LUPE FIASCO / PHARRELL WILLIAMS / KANYE WEST – DONT STOP
17. PHARRELL WILLIAMS – THE GAME HAS CHANGED
18. LUPE FIASCO – POP POP (DUBMIX)
19. PHARRELL WILLIAMS / KANYE WEST / LUPE FIASCO – NOTHIN ON YOU (DUBMIX)
20. KANYE WEST / CONSEQUENCE – WHATEVER YOU WANT (DUBMIX)
21. LUPE FIASCO / ALICIA KEYS – LOVE LETTER TO THE BEAT
22. KANYE WEST / MR HUDSON – SUPERNOVA (DUBMIX)
23. LUPE WEST / PHARRELL WILLIAMS / TRAVIS BARKER – IF YOU WANT TO
24. KANYE WEST / KID CUDI – OVER (SCREAMIXX)
25. KANYE WEST / BUSTA RHYMES / LIL WAYNE – WHAT IT IS (SCREAMIXX)

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Washington, DC – July 18, 2011 – Standing tall as the premier forward thinkers in hip-hop, fashion and
beyond, the trifecta of Lupe Fiasco, Kanye West and Pharrell Williams consistently show why they are
visionaries. Each of the them continue to push the limits of culture into stellar dimensions, whether it
be amazing albums, clothing lines or thought-provoking commentary. Team 20/20 is pleased to
present the long awaited sequel, Rebel Music 2: Child Rebel Soldiers – the mixtape collaboration
featuring Kanye, Lupe and Pharrell.

Rebel Music 2: Child Rebel Soldiers pays homage to the b-boy culture that paved the foundation for
the project and presents over 60 minutes of hip-hop as it was meant to be intended; funky. Using the
triangle offense of the CRS as a starting block, DJs Dub and Dub Floyd demolish and rebuild original
joints from the trio, creating collaborations that make the hip-hop purist all the way to the hipster bob
their heads.

Both DJs are considerably accomplished in their own right: Dub is known for his true school panache
exhibited in tapes like Jay Electronica’s Victory and Dub Floyd has helmed projects like the comic
series/tv show Boondocks Hip Hop Docktrine mixtapes. When the two DJs combine forces, this tape is
the end-product: a milestone in the legacy of great concept-driven mixtapes.

Rebel Music 2: Child Rebel Soldiers features production from Kanye West, Pharrell, Daft Punk, 9th
Wonder, Black Milk, Rza, DJ Premier and others. Featured guests on Rebel Music 2: Child Rebel
Soldiers include Nas, Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, Big Sean, 88 Keys, Kid Cudi, Alicia Keys, Mos Def, Common,
Pusha T, Fabolous and more.

Team 20/20 has teamed up previously to create mixtapes like Sheek Louch’s Animal Planet and Rebel
Music. With this being their third collaborative project, it only continues to show why both Dub and
Dub Floyd have not only been recognized by the streets but also the industry and their peers. Both are
multiple award nominees/winners, stalwarts on their respective Radio outlets (Dub – Music Choice;
Dub Floyd – iTunes Radio) and are continuously dedicated to their craft. With several other projects
lined up for 2011, Team 20/20 are making sure that their music is original, presentation is pristine and
that their vision is clear.

“Lupe is the child, I’m the Rebel and Kanye’s the soldier…this is our rebellion. When we rhyme together
its fun to do…its like an ode to the the kind of hip hop we love and want to make and wasn’t about
money…its fun, its beautiful to be embraced.
- Pharell Willams

“Growing up on hip-hop crews like Juice Crew and Native Tongues, it was only right to gravitate
towards a conglomerate of MCs who bring that same type of energy to the game. In today’s current
climate of microwave rappers and imaginary players, CRS bring the same type of energy as Tribe
(Called Quest) and De La (Soul). This tape is an ode to those who love that middle-school vibe, enjoy.”
-DJ Dub

“The homie DJ Dub and I thought that a sequel for one of the most creative yet critically acclaimed
mixtapes was long overdue. If you’ve heard the first Rebel Music, then you should know the route
we’re taking with part two. If not, I suggest you give it a listen then check out part two and be
prepared to have your mind blown. Our mission with part two was to take it up a notch creatively all
while continuing to showcase three of today’s hottest artists…. the super group Child Rebel Soldiers
which consists of Kanye West, Pharrell Williams and Lupe Fiasco. Get with this Rebel thing! Team
20/20 ‘The Vision Is Clear’! ”
-Dub Floyd

Available today at www.djdub.com, Rebel Music 2: Child Rebel Soldiers celebrates the massive effect
Kanye, Lupe and Pharrell have had on the musical and social landscapes.