Brother Ali - Us Track List and Album Cover

With over 60,000 units sold of his 2007 critically acclaimed album The Undisputed Truth, Brother Ali returns with Us. As with his previous releases, Ali¹s musical landscape has been created by Atmosphere beatsmith, Ant. Staying true to their soul and blues influence they¹ve become known for, Us takes on a more lush and dense sonic quality with the duo's incorporation of live instrumentation. With guest appearances by Chuck D, Freeway, Joell Ortiz and Stokley Williams of Mint Condition, Brother Ali and Ant have once again crafted a beautifully intelligent and entertaining album for all of Us.



Brother Ali - Us
Track List:
1. Brothers & Sisters (feat. Chuck D & Stokley Williams)
2. The Preacher
3. Crown Jewel
4. House Keys
5. Fresh Air
6. Tight Rope
7. Breakin' Dawn
8. The Travelers
9. Babygirl
10. Round Here
11. Bad Mufucker Pt. II
12. Best@It (feat. Freeway & Joell Ortiz)
13. Games
14. Slippin' Away
15. You Say (Puppy Love)
16. Us (feat. Stokley Williams)

Swollen Members - Armed To The Teeth Album and Track List

Swollen Members have risen to the top of the underground hip-hop scene with a series of classic albums that have made them one of the genre’s brightest rising stars. Founded by two of the game’s best MCs, Mad Child and Prevail, along with the help of DJ Rob The Viking, Swollen Members have created a huge fan base while staying completely independent under their own label Battle Axe Records. Swollen had taken a break over the past few years while Mad Child dealt with drug addiction and some legal issues, but, the group has come back stronger than ever with their upcoming new studio album "Armed To The Teeth”, which features guest appearances Talib Kweli and Tech N9NE.



Swollen Members - Armed To The Teeth
Track List:
1. Here We Come
2. Warrior (feat. Tre Nyce & Young Kazh)
3. Kyla
4. Bang Bang (feat. Tre Nyce & Young Kazh)
5. Reclaim the Throne (feat. Tre Nyce & Young Kazh)
6. Meltdown
7. My Life
8. Certified Dope
9. Bollywood Chick (feat. Tech N9NE & Tre Nyce)
10. Posse Cut (feat. Krondon, Talib Kweli, Phil Da Agony & Tre Nyce)
11. Red Dragon (feat. Moka Only)
12. Lonely One
13. Flyest (feat. Tre Nyce)
14. Funeral March (feat. Saafir & Barbie Hatch)
15. Pornstar (feat. Tre Nyce)
16. Concerto

SpotHymn - Bubonic

Sunspot Jonz (Living Legends) and Himself (Netherworlds) team up to create some really dope ish.
Track produced by Kruse who makes small a cameo
Filmed all over the streets and rooftops of LA
Directed, Shot and Edited by Justin Gallagher

J. Period & K'naan present THE MESSENGERS (digi EP)

New York, NY (August 18, 2009) – Some artists are defined by their environment. Some redefine their environment. Still others push the boundaries of convention so fully that their influence is felt around the globe, and across generations. Their music compels us not only to dance but to think, not only to celebrate but to strive, not only to listen but to truly hear. Fela Kuti, Nigeria’s eminent musical activist; Bob Marley, Jamaica’s emissary of struggle and unity; and Bob Dylan, America’s reluctant Civil Rights song leader, are three such artists.

These are “The Messengers.”

Today, August 18, 2009, acclaimed DJ/Producer, J.Period, and rising Somali-born MC, K’NAAN, are pleased to announce a unique and powerful remix project, paying tribute to the lasting legacy of these musical giants. Weaving afro-beat, reggae, ska, folk music and rock into this genre-bending musical experience, The Messengers stretches the boundaries of hip hop—and the mixtape genre itself. Remixing the classic work of Fela, Marley and Dylan, The Messengers captures the timelessness of their sounds and the continued urgency of their messages. The result, as fans have come to expect from J.Period, is like no mixtape you’ve ever heard.

The Messengers arrives on the heels of K'NAAN's sophomore release, Troubadour (A&M/Octone Records), released January 2009. Having already made a powerful mark with his breakthrough debut, K’NAAN’s Troubadour debuted at #32 on Billboard’s Top 200, continuing his rapid rise on the world stage. Filled with eloquent and thought-provoking lyrics in the tradition of great folk singers and protest songs, the album also features all-star collaborations with Damian Marley, Mos Def, Kirk Hammett (Metallica), Adam Levine & James Valentine (Maroon 5) and Chubb Rock.

With a track record for game-changing remix projects (his recent collaboration with Q-Tip yielded over 600,000 downloads), J.Period’s ever-expanding highlight reel boasts remixes for heavyweights from Mary J. Bilge to The Roots to Kanye West, as well as original production for blockbuster films and video games. Commissioned by labels, artists and lifestyle brands for his groundbreaking promo campaigns, J.Period has not only elevated the mixtape to an art form, but consistently proved its viability as a potent promotional tool. Each release raises the bar, and with The Messengers, J.Period proves that his musical ear and signature documentary style are at home in any genre

K’NAAN’s compelling personal story (raised in war-torn Mogadishu, descendant of famed Somali singers and poets) has also fueled his international appeal: bridging styles and audiences; re-invigorating hip hop’s global influence; and altering perception of his homeland, Somalia (recently hailed as the world’s “Most Dangerous Destination” by Forbes Magazine). In hip hop, where MCs wear bullet wounds like badges of honor, few have actually lived through war, and even fewer emerged with a message of peace. K’NAAN has, making his lyrics on “The Messengers” not just a tribute to Fela, Marley and Dylan, but a testament to the transformative power of music itself.

"This project is really special to me,” says K’NAAN, “Not the product of ego but of passion. Far from a marketing tool, it is an honest musical offering. Nothing gives a better window into the root and concept of my own sound than The Messengers"

“A lot of people say hip hop is in a stagnant place, but I see few actually doing something about it,” says J.Period. “I love the The Messengers because the concept is completely unique, but still true to the original spirit of hip hop: combining the best elements from everywhere to create something fresh, to make a new statement. Fela, Marley and Dylan proved that when great music meets a powerful message, the result lives forever. I hope K’NAAN and I have done their legacies justice with this project.”

After an Invitation-Only Launch Party in Toronto (K’NAAN’s current home) on August 15, The Messengers will be released in 5 parts over the course of 5 weeks, beginning with the first installment—a 3-song digital EP featuring one Fela remix, one Marley, and one Dylan—on Tuesday, August 18. Following the EP release, J.Period & K’NAAN will pay tribute to each of “The Messengers” individually with a new release every Tuesday in September, beginning with a tribute to Fela Kuti (September 1), Bob Marley (September 8), Bob Dylan (September 15), and culminating in the release of The Messengers in its entirety (including additional bonus tracks and artwork) on September 22.

Each digital release will also be accompanied by an exclusive illustration by graphic artist, Fuse Green (http://www.fusegreen.com), the tremendous talent behind J.Period’s iconic cover art (Q-Tip, Lauryn Hill, The Roots, Game Rebellion)

The Messengers boasts a lineup of talented guest artists from around the globe: New York’s M1 (Dead Prez), Toronto’s Kardinal Offishall, Sierra Leone's rising talent Bajah + Dry Eye Crew (http://planetbajah.com), Brooklyn’s Steele (Smif’N’Wessun), Oakland’s Zumbi (Zion I), Game Rebellion front man Netic the Rebel, bassist Brian Satz, talented producer DJ Preservation, and mixer/engineer, Alex Moulton (www.expansionteam.org).

To download "The Messenger" (Digi EP), a 3-song sneak preview of "The Messengers," CLICK HERE!

Michael Jackson: Remix Suite 1 Download

Universal Motown Records has enlisted some of the hottest producers in the game to pay homage to Michael Jackson by remixing their favorite tracks from The Jackson 5’s timeless catalog of gems and jams. The Neptunes, Swizz Beatz,
Q-Tip,Benny Blanco, Ryan Leslie, and Rodney Jerkins are just a few of the producers who are featured on Michael Jackson:

The Remix Suites I-V. Boasting innovative renditions of popular hits such as “ABC” and “Dancing Machine,” along with obscure classics like “Maria” and “Skywriter,” Michael Jackson: The Remix Suites I-V is as diverse in sound as its dazzling array of notable producers.

The suites will be released in five digital bundles of five songs. The first bundle—featuring Polow Da Don, The Neptunes, Dallas Austin, Salaam Remi, and Stargate is available for digital purchase TODAY, followed by a new bundle every two weeks leading up to the physical release of the entire collection on October 27. We personally enjoyed Salaam Remi’s reggae remix of “ABC,” where he “imagined the Jackson’s taking a trip to Jamaica in the early ’70s with a Jamaican band playing behind them." Check out the stream below and click the "Read More" for the other four.

“ABC” produced by Salaam Remi

DOWNLOAD: Dancing Machine (Polow Da Don Remix) | Never Can Say Goodbye (Neptunes Remix) | I Wanna Be Where You Are (Dallas Austin Remix) | ABC (Salaam Remi Remix) | Skywriter (Stargate Remix)

The Hennessy Artistry Tour 2009 Curated by Common & The Roots

First there was Rock The Bells, and now you can catch The Roots on the 4th annual Hennessy Artistry Tour, alongside Common."Hosted exclusively by Hennessy, each show will feature a unique blend of performers and collaborators ranging from up-and-coming talent to cameos by iconic special guests." Says Common of the tour: "The Roots and I are really collaborating to create a musical blend of talent that will do Artistry justice. We are planning some surprises as well, it should be quite an experience and I am thrilled to be a part of it." Good hip-hop meets good cognac... it gets no better. Follow me after the jump for the tour dates.

Hennessy announces the fourth annual edition of the acclaimed Hennessy Artistry series, curated and headlined by hip-hop impresario Common, with The Roots also appearing as the house band.

Hosted exclusively by Hennessy, each show will feature a unique blend of performers and collaborators ranging from up-and-coming talent to cameos by iconic special guests.

Visit http://www.hennessyartistry.com for dates and more information.

Hennessy Artist Series Dates

* September 12th Chicago, IL The Shrine
* September 19th Atlanta, Ga The Velvet Room
* October 3rd Houston, Tx The Corinthian
* October 7th New York, NY Halo New York at Terminal 5

Jay Electronica x Mos Def "Exhibit A (Remix)

Mos Def and Jay Electronica's The Ecstatic Tour can't hit New York soon enough (I refuse to believe there's no NY stop). Two nights ago the tour swung by the House of Blues in Jay Elec's hometown, New Orleans. The fans were treated to a Mos Def x Jay Electronica collabo with this performance of the "Exhibit A" remix, not to be confused with "Exhibit B." We're still waiting on those full length CDQ's, and I hear that an "Exhibit C" is on the way too. As you know by now with these two, there's really no telling when those will drop, but you know they'll be fire when they do.

Weekly Address: Lessons and Renewal Out of the Gulf Coast

The President discusses the steps being taken to finish the job of recovery from Hurricane Katrina as the fourth anniversary approaches. He points to local citizens working hard alongside responsible government to make real progress in New Orleans and the Gulf Coast, and pledges that the lessons of Katrina will not be forgotten. August 29, 2009. (Public Domain)

Soul Assassins feat. Cynic- "World We're In"

There are at least two bands called Soul Assassins:

1) Soul Assassins are a loose collective of musicians and graphic artists affiliated to the hiphop group Cypress Hill, formed in the early 90s. It is also the name of Cypress Hill’s publishing company.

In 1997 and 2000 two albums under the name Soul Assassins were released. Both albums featured an army of rappers and both were almost entirely produced by Cypress Hill’s beatsmith DJ Muggs, with minor contributions by The Alchemist (three songs) and DJ Khalil (one song) on the second volume.

Termanology - I See Dead People Full

Termanology - I See Dead People Full Offical Video

Termanology is a half Puerto Rican, half French rapper from Lawrence, Massachusetts, who later moved to Haverhill, Massachusetts. He is currently working on a solo album, but has released several mixtapes and a street album. He is gaining much recognition for his lyrical capability and delivering a message through his rhymes. He is most well known for his street anthem “Watch How It Go Down,” which was produced by DJ Premier. He has collaborated with artists such as Nas, Royce Da 5’9”, Papoose, M.O.P., Akrobatik and Terror Squad. He is a owner of the record label St Records

J Dilla "24k Rap" feat. Havoc & Raekwon ***Official Music Video Trailer*** directed by Derek Pike

J Dilla "24k Rap" feat. Havoc & Raekwon music video COMING SOON!
Directed by Derek Pike

Jay Stay Paid album in stores NOW!

Sandpeople - "Hate Aside"

Here's the official music video for Sandpeople's "Hate Aside" off their latest album "Long Story, Short EP", released May 26th on Sandpeople Music.

The song “Glory Days” that is attached to this page is not by the hip-hop crew Sandpeople that you are probably thinking of. It’s by some random dude. Wrongly grouped.

Sandpeople was formed roughly three-and-a-half years ago as an unlikely gathering of hip-hop artists in the Pacific Northwest. This crew has since built itself into a 12 member unit fully equipped to fill a stage and empty a keg (preferably in reverse order). Within the first two months, and long before most Sandpeeps had even met each other, their debut album Points of View was recorded and released over a two week span.

Blu - No Sleep For A Day EP

Blu - No Sleep For A Day EP
Track List
1. Gold
2. Do It
3. Num One
4. Go 2 Sleep
5. Two Step
6. Ludie
7. No Mine

FREE DOWNLOAD

RIP DJ AM

Cops tell us DJ AM — also known as Adam Goldstein — was found dead this afternoon in New York City.

Law enforcement sources tell us he was found in his apartment at around 5:20 PM. We’re told drug paraphernalia was found at the scene. Sources tell TMZ prescription pill bottles were found by DJ AM’s body this afternoon.

We’re told DJ AM had not been seen or heard from for a few days — one of his friends went to check on him, but got no response after knocking on his apartment door.

We’re told the friend called the police, who broke down the door and then found DJ AM’s body.

Back in September of 2008, DJ AM and Travis Barker survived a plane crash in South Carolina. Four people died in the crash — which was caused when the airplane aborted takeoff and then ran off the runway. DJ AM and Barker were the only survivors.

Story developing…

Big L Documentary Trailer (First Draft) - "Street Struck: The Big L Story." COMING SOON!

World premier and Exclusively only on BigLOnline.com - Big Shout outs to Jewlz The Director, Big Don, Pucci, Dangerzone Films and everybody else involved in the dvd of legendary emcee, Big L.

Rakim - The Seventh Seal [ Album and Track Listing ]

The Seventh Seal is the 3rd solo upcoming album from Rakim. It will be released on his own label Ra Records and it’s also his first album after an absence of 8 years.

The original title for the album was "Oh My God" and the original release date for the album was in 2002, but Rakim had label and creative differences with Dr. Dre to whom he was signed. After a parting, he recorded new songs for the album and Dr. Dre allowed him also to keep all his songs that he produced for him.

The first rumored single of the album is "It’s Nothing" and was performed at the VH1 show by Rakim.

Rakim - The Seventh Seal Tracklist

01. How To Emcee
02. Walk These Streets
03. Documentary Of A Gangsta
04. Man Above
05. You And I
06. Won’t Be Long
07. Holy Are U
08. Satisfaction Guaranteed
09. Working For You
10. Message In The Song
11. Put It All To Music
12. Psychic Love
13. Still In Love
14. Dedicated

Felt 3 Tribute Announcement - FELT 3: A Tribute to Rosie Perez New 2009 Album Cover and Track List

B-List actresses be warned and flattered because FELT is back! Slug (Atmosphere) and Murs (Living Legends) reunite for their third release from moniker FELT. These MCs teamed up with The Grouch (Living Legends) in 2002 to release FELT’s debut album A Tribute to Christina Ricci. Collaborating with producer Ant (Atmosphere) in 2005 resulted in their second coming A Tribute to Lisa Bonet. With the fresh addition of Aesop Rock (Def Jux) on production and unwavering love for those forgotten actresses who warmed their hearts, Slug and Murs are pleased to present FELT 3: A Tribute to Rosie Perez dropping 11.17.09 on Rhymesayers Entertainment.

Did you miss the video of Slug & Murs announcing the record and Aesop Rock as the producer? If you did, you can watch it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ubE9GlPFOt0

Download: Protagonists



FELT 3: A Tribute to Rosie Perez New 2009
Track Listing:

1. Protagonists (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
2. Felt Chewed Up (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
3. Get Cake (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
4. Bass For Your Truck (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
5. Like You (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
6. Permanent Standby (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
7. Kevin Spacey (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
8. Ghost Dance Deluxe (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
9. Revisiting The Styleetron (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
10. Whaleface (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
11. Glory Burning (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
12. Henrietta Longbottom (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
13. She Sonnet (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
14. Felt Good (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
15. Deathmurdermayhem (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
16. The Prize (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
17. G.I. Josephine (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
18. The Clap (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
19. We Have You Surrounded (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
20. Give It Up (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
21. Paul Reubens (Produced By: Aesop Rock)

Busdriver and Abstract Rude kicks off national tour tomorrow!

Abstract Rude kicks off his national tour with Busdriver tomorrow in Sacramento, CA at the Blue Lamp. Full event details on the RSE Events Page.

08.28 - Sacramento, CA @ The Blue Lamp
08.29 - Portland, OR @ Rotture
08.30 - Seattle, WA @ Chop Suey
08.31 - Bellingham, WA @ The Nightlight
09.01 - Vancouver, BC @ Media Club
09.03 - Boise, ID @ Neurolux
09.04 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge
09.05 - Denver, CO @ Bluebird Theater
09.06 - Lawrence, KS @ Jackpot Saloon
09.07 - Minneapolis, MN @ Triple Rock
09.08 - Chicago, IL @ Empty Bottle
09.09 - Cincinnati, OH @ North Side Tavern
09.10 - Columbus, OH @ Circus
09.12 - Toronto, ON @ El Mocambo
09.13 - Montreal, QC @ II Motore
09.14 - Cambridge, MA @ Middle East Upstairs
09.15 - New York, NY @ Santo's Partyhouse
09.16 - Philadelphia, PA @ Kunkfu Necktie
09.18 - Baltimore, MD @ Talking Head Club
09.21 - Chapel Hill, NC @ Local 506
09.22 - Knoxville, TN @ The Pilot Light
09.23 - Birmingham, AL @ Bottle Tree
09.24 - Baton Rouge, LA @ Chelsea's Cafe
09.25 - Dallas, TX @ The Cavern
09.26 - Austin, TX @ Red 7
09.27 - Houston, TX @ Walter's On Washington
09.28 - San Antonio, TX @ Rock Bottom Bar
09.30 - El Paso, TX @ Black Market
10.01 - Tempe, AZ @ Club Red

Blue Scholars Oof! EP

Everybody loves Hawaii. Few know better than Blue Scholars’ MC Geo, having grown up in Honolulu in the 1980’s and returning with the Scholars’ dj/ producer Sabzi last year to rock a sold-out homecoming show at Next Door. Love lingered in the air despite all the changes happening outside the sweaty, crackin’ club. “Development” has paved over lush lands and displaced longtime locals, the US military continues its stranglehold on the islands, and tourism runs tings (into the ground). By and by, the people maintain, and Blue Scholars bore witness to life beyond the beaches and resorts.

Oof! is the story about the Hawaii that you don’t see on TV: fish-fry BBQs in Waianae, native Hawaiians struggling for sovereignty, house parties on the Leeward side, uncles playing mah-jong on a lanai in Waipahu, a thriving independent hip-hop and fashion scene, on-air ciphers at KTUH, a room full of folks vibin’ to a mean reggae song, young poets spitting fire into mics, grubbing on poke in the Foodland parking lot, whole neighborhoods leveled by the ice epidemic.

Many “mainlanders” go to Hawaii to get away. Blue Scholars went to get it in. They returned again six months later with a New Year’s Eve show and a handful of new tracks inspired by the first visit, soon to be released in the form of their most collaborative multi-media project, yet: OoF! — a collaboration with painter, vinyl toy & skate deck artist, Angry Woebots who made a collaborative painting to go along with the song “HI-808” which will be turned into a limited edition print and t-shirt; one of Hawaii’s premier photographers and historian of all things dope Aaron Yoshino (Honozooloo / 5 to Life) who’s photos have documented Hawaii’s subculture for several years and who is creating the cover art of the EP; the influential Hawaii based surf & skate boutique brand IN4MATION where Angry Woebot’s painting was made; and the island’s premiere video production crew, Kai Media, who directed and shot the music video for the track Hi-808, shot in and around Oahu (edited by Zia Mohajerjasbi). All these groups have come together to create this project which will be sold as a complete package online using Topsin Media widgets at Blue Scholars’ and each project partners’ websites, with the EP being available separately at the usual digital retailers.

Anchoring the project is the OOF! EP featuring six new Blue Scholars tracks. The minimalism of the intro song “Bananas” yields to the familiar complex lyricism and production of “HI-808,” which documents the differences between the Hawaii Geo grew up in and the one he would later return to, laid over an 808-drum-dominated Sabzi masterpiece. “Hello” is a playful take on the escapism while “New People” is a truly original effort that almost treads dance music territory. “Cruz” is the duo’s ode to island life over a Jawaiian-reggae influenced beat. In addition to these tracks, all five instrumental versions will also be included, encouraging other artists to make their own songs with these riddims.

Along with its digital release, the OOF! EP will also be pressed into a limited-edition run of 808 CDs which will be available exclusively from the Blue Scholars’ and other project partners’ websites and at the IN4MATION Ward location in Honolulu, HI. The whole project is part of Blue Scholars’ artist owned label MassLine, underwritten through a strategic marketing partnership with Seattle’s independent coffee company Caffè Vita, distributed digitally by Tunecore, and marketed in collaboration with Duck Down Records.

Everybody loves Hawaii. But does it love you back? Get that OOF! EP and find out.

brokeMC - Doom Days

brokeMC - Doom Days CAUTION: This video may contain strange and upsetting imagery that may scar you for life. But I think you might deserve it...

BrotherAli.com Launches Today!

A place for you to talk directly to Brother Ali and him to talk with you. He created the site because one of the thing he loves most is being able to talk with people about the music and what's going on with them and brotherali.com gives everyone that opportunity. Keep checkin back for updates and live streams where you can ask Ali your questions live.

Join the conversation at www.brotherali.com

FREE Mixtape: Afro Classics x Bash Bros. - Workaholics 2

West Coast Heavyweights Afro Classics (Scarub & Very) & Bash Bros. (Lefty & Piseas) are back at it again! After the success of their first mixtape together, they teamed up to bring you the second installment of their "Workaholics" mixtape series, aptly titled, "Workaholics 2".

This time around the project was mixed by DJ Pickster One and features exclusive tracks and also tracks from upcoming and recently released projects. The download also includes the unmixed, full versions of all the songs for your listening pleasure.

This here is for the employees of the month...we never stop working.

Click HERE to Download!

Usain Bolt 100 Metres Men Final - Berlin 2009 - 12th IAAF World Championship in Athletics

Usain Bolt Wins – New WR 9:58 – Berlin 2009 IAAF World Championships Athletics Final

Usain Bolt set the new world record a 9.58 which is ridiculous

New Aesop Album: Living The Dream While Awake

New Aesop Album: Living The Dream While Awake

Featuring guest appearances by Slug of Atmosphere, Del The Funky Homosapien, Eligh & Bicasso of Living Legends, Populous (Broken Complex) & the return of the infamous "Black Wolf"(he's back!)

TRACK LISTING

1. Open Your Eyes and Awake(Produced by Josh Wigger)
2. Waking Dream(Produced by DJ Hectik)
3. My Movie As Life(Produced by iLL Poetic)
4. Living The Dream While Awake(Produced by DJ Hectik)
5. Life Line Eternal(Produced by Eligh)
6. Moving At The Speed of Life ft. Slug of Atmosphere(Produced by DJ Hectik)
7. Where Ya Flows At?(Produced by Beat Farmers)
8. Ace of Hearts ft. Eligh(Produced by Eligh)
9. She's My Everything(Produced by DJ Hectik)
10. Hidden Memories ft. Del The Funky Homosapien(Produced by DJ Signify)
11. Black Wolf Bar Skit(Produced by DJ Hectik)
12. Black To Hip Hop(Produced by DJ Hectik)
13. The Weed Man(Produced by DJ Hectik)
14. Smokers Anthem(Produced by DJ Hectik)
15. Holdin' It Up ft. Populous(Produced by DJ Hectik)
16. Awakening(Produced by DJ Hectik)
17. True Guidance ft. Bicasso(Produced by DJ Hectik)
18. Fast Times at Hoover High(Produced by DJ Hectik)

Tour & Album Release Extravaganja from Aug.28 - Sept.14!
WeedTRACKERMUSIC.com is about to drop 3 new releases & embark on our first tour of the west coast!

FEATURING:
AESOP of Living Legends, in his long awaited return to the underground!
PLUS...
The Understudies (Citizen and Cobbo w/ special guests)
West X Midwest ( Ro Knew & Influence)
Venture Capitalists

with DJ MRC Holding down the 1's and 2's all tour long!

We hope to connect with you when in your town!! Message us for any info..

8/28 San Francisco,CA@ Slims (Opio,Pep Love,Bicasso,Aesop,Cambo)
ALL AGES 9:00 $20 MORE INFO and TICKETS:
http://www.weedtracker.com/events/slims/

8/29 Los Angles,CA @ Fat Beats (In store starts @ 4, FREE!!)

8/29 Los Angels,CA @ Zazumba with (Life Rexall, Matre of the Shape Shifters)
9:00 $7 21+

8/30 San Diego, CA @ Access Hip Hop (FREE In store Starts @ 1pm)

8/31 Phoenix, AZ @ Grandiose (FREE Instore @ 1 http://www.grandioselife.com/)

9/1 Santa Fe, NM @ Corazon (http://www.myspace.com/corazonsantafe)

9/2 Denver, Co @ Rex Lounge (WITH 2mex) "The Getdown weekly event"
$5 21+ 9:00
http://www.myspace.com/gldngrlz

9/3 Fort Collins, Co @ Hodi's Half Note
167 N College Ave

9/4 Salt Lake City,UT @ UPROK
6-10 All Ages $5
(www.myspace.com/uprokrecords)

9/5 Boise, ID @ Club Redfire
9:00 21+
(http://www.myspace.com/clubredfire)

9/8 Seattle,WA @ The Jewel Box
$5 9:30 21+
(http://www.seattlerendezvous.com)

9/9 Bend, OR @ Midtown Music Hall
$10 10:00 21+
(http://www.myspace.com/midtownmusichallbend)

9/10 Sacramento, CA @ The Blue Lamp w/ THE CUF, Sonic Bloom
$10 9:00-2am

9/11 Berkeley, CA @ The Beta Lounge (Ro Knew/Citizen Listening Party)

9/14 Fresno, CA w/ Aesop & The Fables(Live Band), The Understudies, westXmidwest & DJ MRC

Make sure to pick it up when it drops on 9/1!

Sapient - "My Grind Is Tech"

Music video "My Grind Is Tech" off of Sapient's '09 release: Make More. Directed by Shawn Shannon for Allmadeup Films.

Pace Won & Mr Green - She Can Be So Cold

Music video by Pace Won and Mr. Green performing "She Can Be So Cold"
Eye Level Pictures [Video Producer], Daniel Anthony & Louis Easton [Video Directors]
(C) 2009 Raw Poetix Records.

From the album "The Only Color That Matters Is Green" Pace Won & Mr. Green inject a breath of fresh air back into hip-hop with their landmark album.

FELT 3 Free Download and News Update

Alright so everyone is still wondering what the new FELT 3 album is going to be called or additional emcee or producer. I've done some research and this is what I have come up with thus far.

There's not a third emcee it's going to be a producer. They have ruled out Just Blaze and Dj Muggs (who it originally was) on Strange Famous' website. First album was Eligh, 2nd was Ant. The Rhymesayer's website/Facebook/ and Youtube ch.s have hints. Some person on Wikipedia has guessed its RZA and the tribute is to Rosie Perez. I don't think its RZA, but it is possible given that Murs and RZA were on a tour together. Probably someone like Blueprint, also a total guess. Prince Paul and Madlib are other popular guesses right now, but both seem unlikely. It's Aesop Rock.

Here's the new song called Protagonists and heres the free download ( right click save as) or listen right HERE.

FELT 3: A Tribute to Rosie Perez New 2009
Track Listing:

1. Protagonists (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
2. Felt Chewed Up (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
3. Get Cake (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
4. Bass For Your Truck (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
5. Like You (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
6. Permanent Standby (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
7. Kevin Spacey (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
8. Ghost Dance Deluxe (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
9. Revisiting The Styleetron (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
10. Whaleface (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
11. Glory Burning (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
12. Henrietta Longbottom (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
13. She Sonnet (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
14. Felt Good (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
15. Deathmurdermayhem (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
16. The Prize (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
17. G.I. Josephine (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
18. The Clap (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
19. We Have You Surrounded (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
20. Give It Up (Produced By: Aesop Rock)
21. Paul Reubens (Produced By: Aesop Rock)

Blue Scholars “Hi-808″ Music Video

This is a new video from Blue Scholars’ upcoming “OOF!” EP

Murs + ? + Slug = Felt 3: A Tribute to _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Murs + ? + Slug = Felt 3: A Tribute to _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _



I have been waiting for this and I'm very excited to find out more about the new FELT album.

Fight The Good Fight by Grouch and Eligh

This is The Grouch and Eligh video from the hip hop collective, The Living Legends. The song is called Fight the Good Fight from the Marvel Vs. Capcom 2 MixTape Soundtrack. The soundtrack features other artists such as Talib Kweli, Raekwon, Hieroglyphics, E40, DJ Qbert, Planet Asia, MC Supernatural, Havoc from Mobb Deep, Oh No, DJ Toure and Random.

Eyedea and Abilities video premiere "Junk" on MTVu

Eyedea & Abilities are premiering their first official video "Junk" from their new album By The Throat. "Junk" premiered today on MTVu.

Director: Maria Juranic
Producer: Scott Ferril
Rent the Sky Films
Director of Photography: Bo Hakala
Editor: Maria Juranic

Nike SB - Today Was a Good Day - Extended Version and X Games

Even though this isn't underground hip hop it has that old school hip hop vibe and you know you can't go wrong with that. I also put this up, because the X Games were ridiculous and I think underground hip hop has a big influence on X Games athletes.

This video is Featuring Paul Rodriguez, Ice Cube, Kobe Bryant & Eric Koston.

Spotted at elitaste. Hit the jump for Behind the Scenes footage with Kobe.