100% independent, do it yourself Hip Hop music. Boston emcee E The Real (aka EtheReal Plains), drops his latest album "Don't Be That Guy" which marks his 8th official studio album since his first release in 2003. E The Real re-connects with his long time friend and collaborator Forth Star who handles production duties. The two have been recording together for over a decade and continue to grow with every bar. Dusty loops, dirty drums, a little soul, a little rock, a little jazz, a little bugged. Thought provoking concepts, tight rhyme schemes, and graceful flows. "Don't Be That Guy" will make you laugh all while dropping knowledge and wisdom. Guest emcees include Louie & Spec Boogie (of the Lessondary). DJ Manipulator provides scratches on selected cuts. This album was recorded in Forth Star's lair in
New Audio: Illus f/Homeboy Sandman & JJ Brown "Free" First Leak From Forthcoming Illus LP “For Adam”
Illus is one of Hip-hop’s best kept secrets- an underground emcee and artist hailing from Connecticut, Illus has toured the globe and worked with some of the greatest emcees of all time including Chuck D, Dilated Peoples, Blackalicious, R.A. the Rugged Man, DMC and more. A professional art teacher and world-famous illustrator, Illus is responsible for the official Public Enemy comic book series and has designed and illustrated album art and merchandise for KRS and BDP, Bumpy Knuckles and Statik Selektah (Lyrical Workout), J-Live, Ill Bill, Apathy, Public Enemy and more. In 2010 Illus released his album, Feel Good Music, which was hailed by Chuck D from Public Enemy as “one of the best albums of 2010”.
In 2011, Illus brings us For Adam, a ten-track collection of songs that epitomize the very best of what HipHop has to offer as an art form and culture- positive, hardcore, passionate, meaningful lyrics and beats that penetrate the mind and soul and leave the audience feeling inspired. For Adam also features an incredible collection of talented artists ranging from legends like Freddie Foxxx and Craig G to game-changers like Homeboy Sandman and Eternia and musical sensations Paul Dateh and Erin Barra and is exclusively produced by JJ Brown.
For Adam is an extremely personal project for Illus, one which pays homage to the late Adam Walsh who was murdered in 1981 and whose father John Walsh went on to help create the long-running television program, America’s Most Wanted. The album reflects on the darkness of murder, kidnapping, child abuse, addiction, and slavery, while celebrating the strength to overcome the struggles and obstacles of life and live it to the fullest despite the odds. It is a testament to what Hip-hop stands for, the ability to rise up out of the shadows of despair and turn “nothing” into “something”; uniting people from all walks of life and inspiring peace, love, unity and having fun.
Illus For Adam Tracklisting:
Requiem For Adam featuring scratches by Public Enemy’s DJ Johnny Juice Unstoppable featuring Freddie Foxxx aka Bumpy Knuckles and Paul Dateh with scratches by Public Enemy’s DJ Johnny Juice Red Dawn Born Criminal Brighter Day featuring Craig G, Reef the Lost Cauze and Block McCloud Free featuring Homeboy Sandman and J.J. Brown Better featuring Gift of Gab from Blackalicious and Paul Dateh Sons and Daughters featuring Eternia, Wordsworth from EMC and Erin Barra R.I.F. featuring Paul Dateh Make Some Noize Illus f/Homeboy Sandman & JJ Brown “See You In Hell” (produced by JJ Brown)
New Audio: Pete Rock & Smif N Wessun "Monumental" The title track from Pete Rock & Smif N Wessun's upcoming album 'Monumental' out June 28th on Duck Down Music. The song features Tyler Woods and vocals by Pete Rock.
Fans in NYC, on June 21st see Smif N Wessun perform this track at Highline Ballroom alongside Random Axe, Maino, Juelz Santana and Jadakiss. Click Here For Tickets
Everybody’s a critic, but not necessarily an expert, and although DJ JS-1 has been in the game for years, he still has to endure a seemingly endless amount of empty advice and double-talk. The other week, JS-1, along with featured guest and long-time collaborator Tonedeff, released the video for "Last To Know." The single, now being released for fans as an MP3, is from JS-1's forthcoming album, No One Cares, dropping June 21st, and takes aim at all of the external second-guessing the two have had to endure throughout their careers, and, as it’s explained in “Last To Know,” despite the pair's accomplishments it sadly doesn’t stop the know-it-alls at record labels, naïve fans, and the just plain simple-minded from unloading their opinions on JS-1 and Tonedeff. Instead of sounding bitter and jaded, though, JS-1 provides a light, jazzy beat for Tonedeff’s animated delivery and tongue-in-cheek lyrics.
DJ JS-1’s No One Cares will be available for purchase on June 21st via a joint venture between Fat Beats Records and JS-1's own Ground Original.
Download “Last To Know” ft. Tonedeff here (right click & save as):
New Audio: Blaq Poet f/Vinnie Paz & Lateb "Bushmaster Music" From Forthcoming Blaq Poet Society LP
Here is the latest and final leak, "Bushmaster Music," from Blaq Poet's upcoming Blaq Poet Society LP which will be released on 6-21-2011 (Brick Records).
Omar LinX teams up with 1/2 of Slaughterhouse to send you on a journey to hell with the first single off his upcoming album 'City Of Ommz'.
The Toronto based rapper is becoming increasingly popular, due to his crossover work with dubstep producers 'Zeds Dead'. Omar LinX brings a fresh new style to hip-hop. His raspy vocals pack a serious punch and are complimented by his choice of producers. Lyrically LinX is versatile, able to achieve honest and haunting introspection on some tracks while on others keeping the lyrical content light and full of punchlines. 'City of Ommz' features appearances from Royce Da 5'9", Joell Ortiz, Emilio Rojas along with production from MoSS, Zeds Dead, Arthur McArthur and more.
Omar Linx f/Royce 5’9 & Joell Ortiz “See You In Hell” (produced by MoSS & Pro Logic)
New Music: Random Axe "Black Ops" feat. Fat Ray Random Axe's debut album in stores tomorrow! Fans that order Random Axe's Full Album on iTunes also receives "The Hex" video + digital booklet Pre-Order On iTunes Now
