The new album “The Idea of Beautiful” from Rapsody on iTunes now!

Produced by 9th Wonder
Directed by Kenneth Price

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Kendrick Lamar – Westside, Right On Time ft. Young Jeezy (Prod. by Canei Finch)

Skyzoo – The Beautfiful Decay [Prod. 9th Wonder]

Get At Em:
@9thWonderMusic
@CaneiLive

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)

A little birdie told us about this nice blendtape by UK’s Sourface. Featuring the legendary lyricism of Nas set against some of the best 9th Wonder production to date. If you’re a fan of both like we are… you can’t go wrong with this one!

Stillmatic (The Intro) [b/w Ain't No Comparison]

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Skyzoo – Atypical [prod. !llmind]

The Great Debater Mixtape is dropping on June 7, and based on previous releases and leaks – you can pretty much grasp the premise is on Skyzoo’s lyrical strengths and his ability to get his point across [much like a debate - gold star!]. Not sure what it will have in store for us but based on the leaks, however, this will definitely get some heavy rotation Summer 11′ and beyond – can’t wait!

BACK-TRACK (Weeks 1-4):
Week 1: The “Great Debater Mixtape” Trailer [Directed by Kenneth Price]

www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSHTpf4kS28

Week 2: Definitive Prayer [prod. 9th Wonder]

Week 3: Written In The Drums [prod. Swiff D]

Week 4: Test Drive [prod. !llmind]

Artwork: David Hildreth / Layout: Heath O'Campo

Love Jones aka Mike Schpitz – Hatin’ Again ft. Adullessence and Stik Figa [frm Little Brother, Minstrel Show, Say It Again]
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The tape features great emcees like Adullessence and friend toTheOvun, Stig Figa, back by the glorious production of 9th Wonder. You shouldn’t expect anything less. For for all you Chicago heads look out for the listening Party:

AKIN
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1315 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60607
DIRECTIONS

Saturday, November 14th from 9pm-11pm

There will be free copies of Love Potion for the first 100 people. My debut album, Sunday Drive with Phys Edison is now available for purchase on Itunes and other online retailers.

Love Jones aka Mike Schpitz – The Rain [frm Murs 3:16 (9th Edition)]
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Sunday Drive

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Over the past year we have worked to give you only the best in good quality music.  Whether the tracks are old or new, exclusive or on 200 different blogs, we have always strive to give you the perfect experience to suit your mood.  SPECIAL EDUCATION is no different.  It is a musical journey through  comedy , knowledge and life.

With the TheOvun marking it’s first anniversary we can only hope to top last year and continue to give you quality music and content.  For right now, enjoy Special Education, and check back soon for the best in UNDERGROUND, INDIE, ALTERNATIVE – HIP HOP!

SPECIAL EDUCATION
01 – Intro
02 – The W.E.A.K. – 17 Again
03 – Now On ft. Buff 1 – The A  [prod. 14KT]
04 – Wale ft. Big Sean, Kenn Starr & Mike Posner – Wonder [prod. 9th Wonder]
05 – AKA Blade Brown [skit]
06 – We Stole The Show [Grand Phee +  Rhyson Hall] – Mr. Grand Hall [Big Earth of Vapor World]
07 – Folk and Stress – Listen [prod. Jet Audio]
08 – Mike Schpitz – Hat Hype [prod. SLOT-A]
09 – Reading is Fundamental [skit]
10 – Rakim – Holy Are You [prod. Nick Wiz]
11 – Mikkey Halsted – Liquor Store [prod. 1120]
12 – Get With The Program [skit]
13 – Notes to Self ft. Dilated Peoples – Yellow & Grey Remix [prod. Bronze One]
14 – Muamin Collective ft. Chimera – Horizontal [prod. aLiVE ]
15 – Luck – One ft. Immaculate – Road to Destiny [prod. Dekk]
16 – I Be Fly [Skit]
17 – Neako – The True Man Show [prod. Krill Krak]
18 – Daniel Joseph – Pack Lite [prod. Krill Krak]
19 – NoVA Infinite – Morning [prod. NoVA Infinite]
20 – Drug  Rally [Skit]
21 – Children of the Night [COTN] – onefiftyone [prod. COTN]
22 – Turn The Music On [skit]
23 – Intuition and VerBS – Hip No Ties (prod. by Alpha MC)
24 – Quite Nyce ft. Q-Unique and Seek – Breaking Point [A.I.P. Remix]
25 – D. Black ft. Marissa – Yesterday [D. Black & B. Brow]
26 – Genius [skit]
27 – Versis – Time’s A Wastin’ [prod. Exile]
28 – MF DOOM – Cellz [prod. doom and mr.chop]
29 – Pinkerpuss [skit]
30 – P. So ft. Education – I Gotta Be Me [prod. Education]
31 – Wordspit – New Life [prod.  Jrrah] **EXCLUSIVE**

Oh and FYI– To prevent any confusion, there are four count, em four covers[including the wax]. I copped Japan because Only Built 4 Cuban Linx is easily top 3 of my all time favorites period and one of the most interesting album covers I’ve ever seen.  I will collect em all by the time I’m 50–it’s like jazz I tells ya!

Just to reminsce from back in May—-
Jean Grae – Love Thirst [prod. 9th Wonder]

Oh and if you still feenin’ for more Jean, don’t sleep on that Evil Jeanius joint either….

Duck Down CEO and artist  Buckshot, [the Beady Eye MC ] has reportedly been hospitalized after suffering a series of seizures.

According to WENN, Buckshot had returned from a Europe tour prior to suffering the seizures.  The rapper remains hospitalized and is in stable condition.  No other details about his condition were revealed.

We at The Ovun hope all is well and hope for a speedy recovery!

Buckshot and 9th Wonder ft. Talib Kweli – Hold It Down

MURS- “Better Than The Best” – 2008

If there is one guy who has paid dues and respects to the Underground Gods, its MURS. Now if you haven’t heard of MURS, its not too late; but just know that he isn’t some fly by night, neon pink hipster rapper. He’s been doing his thing for a long time now and it’s nice to see him actually get some shine on his first major label release.

He’s been out since 97′ according to my collection and since then he has released 6 Solo albums, and 12 collaborations, including the critically acclaimed projects with producer 9th Wonder [Murs 3:16, The 9th edition and Murray's Revenge] and Atmosphere’s Slug as the group Felt [A Tribute to Christina Ricci and A Tribute to Lisa Bonet]

So, what he be about?
Well, as an avid listener I can tell you Murs is witty, clever, funny and serious at times. His albums are a reflection of his state of mind at the time and as his earlier work can seem rather campy, over the years you can hear his progression. On his upcoming album, fans of the underground Murs will not be disappointed with his major label affiliation and new fans will get a chance to hear what us backpackers have been enjoying for years.
MURS- Can It Be

Oldies But Goodies after the jump:

Murs – “L.A.” – 2006

Murs- “Bad Man” – 2004