Thursday, December 30, 2010

Eminem – Difficult



Eminem has been on an uproar lately, especially in this month of December following his recent drop with Dre, 50 Cent and Jay-Z. Well here’s the latest from the gifted Detroit wordsmith, the song is titled “Difficult” and certainly comes as one his more emotional records we’ve heard from in a while.





Kanye West featuring Jay-Z, Rick Ross, Bon Iver & Nicki Minaj – Monster





After the preview arrived a few weeks ago, the complete version of Kanye West’s epic video for “Monster” continues the upscale imagery style that already prevailed in his short movie project Runaway. As the sneak peak indicates, each verbal guest makes a cameo appearance in this Jake Nava-directed video. Each artist is placed in distinct rooms inside a haunted mansion where dead bodies scattered around.

Eminem featuring Jay-Z, Dr. Dre, 50 Cent, Cashis, Stat Quo – Syllables



After news broke out this morning about a possible collaboration between Eminem, Dr. Dre, 50 Cent, and Jay-Z, offered this evening is the official single. It also features verses from Cashis and Stat Quo. The song unfolds with lyrics directed at how watered down Hip Hop has gotten. Just for good measure, Eminem also provided a witty hook to elaborate on what he meant.






Eminem featuring Jazmine Sullivan – Cocaine




Following up on a lackluster version that hit the net several weeks ago, offered today is the official CD quality version of Eminem’s single with Jazmine Sullivan titled “Cocaine.” Ironically, with Eminem’s recent drop of “Syllables,” we probably won’t be finding anymore of these duets from him anytime soon.





Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Nipsey Hussle featuring June Summers – Bigger Than Life




“Bigger Than Life” is the new single from Nipsey Hussle featuring June Summers, and is also the first leak off of June’s upcoming Hookman For Hire mixtape dropping on January 28th, 2011. The mixtape will also highlight features from Styles P, Nas, AZ, Lloyd Banks and Asher Roth to name a few.





Dr. Dre featuring Eminem, Nas – Topless



Not long after news broke out of a possible Dre, Jay-Z, Eminem and 50 Cent collabo, a new record surfaces from the Doc. It’s titled “Topless” and sounds like it could possibly be another sign that Detox maybe going down. A version featuring T.I. over the same production did appear earlier this year.





Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Eminem & Dr. Dre Collaboration in The Works?



Word has spread throughout the blogosphere of a possible Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Eminem and Dr. Dre collaboration in the works. This according to esteemed veteran DJ, Big Mike when he made a reference to it through his twitter. If all goes as planned, the rap juggernauts will debut a new super collaboration called “Syllables” at the start of 2011.




Monday, December 27, 2010

Nottz & Asher Roth – Rawth EP



After a plethora of stellar releases, the dynamic duo now unveil their debut collabo project today titled the Rawth EP. Eight tracks in total, all of which are quite impressive. Let’s hope they continue on with more collaborative work in the future. You can listen/download the full compilation down below.


Nottz & Asher Roth – Rawth EP by Hypetrak

Sunday, December 26, 2010

Big Sean feat. Mike Posner & Clinton Sparks - Ambiguous

Bruno Mars featuring Johnny Angel – Tonight



New music for the holidays, this one being provided by one of 2010′s successful music acts, Bruno Mars. He teams up with an artist by the name of Johnny Angel for this tune which combines witty rap verses over a nice breezy ballad. No official word on where the record ends up, but you can stream it below.





Consequence featuring Diggy Simmons & Mac Miller – I’m V.I.P.


 
Consequence serves another audible preview of his upcoming Movies On Demand 2-mixtape. This time around, the Queens-native teams up with the young and fresh talents of Diggy Simmons and Mac Miller for the flamboyant “I’m V.I.P.”





Saturday, December 25, 2010

Lupe Fiasco – The Show Goes On (Video)




Concluding a turbulent year, Lupe Fiasco drops the new music video for his latest single “The Show Goes On”. According to the title, the clip follows the Chicago-rapper backstage to the stage, highlighting his ambivalent relationship with the show business. Off Lasers which arrives March 8th.

Friday, December 24, 2010

Laws - Run Away (Video)



Laws - 5:01 Overtime Mixtape

Rick Ross – Ashes To Ashes (Mixtape)



As announced, Rick Rozay shares his latest piece of music with his followers as he drops his Ashes To Ashes-mixtape right before Christmas. Although some of the cuts surfaced onto the blogosphere earlier, the project in its full glory boasts contributions by the likes of Wiz Khalifa, Ludacris, Ne-Yo and many more and is still worth checking out. Grab it below.





Diggy Simmons – Past, Presents, Future (Mixtape) (Hosted by DJ Premier)



A blending of generations is what happens on Diggy Simmons’ new mixtape Past, Presents, Future as it is hosted by DJ Premier. The legendary beatsmith leads the listener through Diggy’s interpretation of a few of Queens’ finest classics. Once again, the young MC proves that he is a force on the mic.





Thursday, December 23, 2010

J. Cole – NY State Of Mind (Freestyle)



J.Cole gets called on to provide an on the spot freestyle over radio airwaves yesterday, and without hesitation he lays down some vicious bars over Esco’s classic NY State of Mind production. In the past, many have actually compared him to be the next “Nas” but only time will tell that.


J. Cole - NY State Of Mind (Freestyle) by Hypetrak

Big Boi vs. The Black Keys – The Brothers of Chico Dusty (Mixtape)



A new mixtape arrives for the holidays, this one coming from DJ Wick-It the Instigator. Getting the co-sign from Big Boi, the project blends together tracks from the Black Keys’ Brothers album and Big Boi’s Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty. The end results were quite impressive, and despite being unknown, let this be DJ Wick-It’s formal introduction.


The Brothers of Chico Dusty (Big Boi vs. The Black Keys) by wick-it

Rick Ross featuring Wiz Khalifa – Retrosuperfuture



Here is presumably the final push before Ross’ Ashes To Ashes drops in full tomorrow. This record also features the rising talents of Wiz Khalifa and is titled, “Retrosuperfuture” The song might be one of the best records on the tape, but we will find out for sure tomorrow.





Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Kanye West - Christmas in Harlem (Full Final Version)



Kanye West - Christmas in Harlem (Feat Camron, Vado, Jim Jones, CyHi Da Prynce, Pusha T, Big Sean)

Keri Hilson – Fearless



Boi-1da has been steadily on the rise in the 2010. With his contribution to Keri Hilson’s new LP No Boys Allowed the Canadian producer is taking the next step towards mainstream exposure. Here is the iTunes Bonus track “Fearless” which is quite in tune with the female empowering content of Ms. Hilson’s album.




Wale featuring Lloyd – Let’s Chill



Wale debuted this record a few weeks back at a show, and now a CD quality version emerges. The record is produced by Tone P., and also features vocals from Lloyd who lays down the chorus, while Wale provides some smooth bars.


Wale featuring Lloyd - Let's Chill by Hypetrak

Nipsey Hussle – The Marathon (Mixtape)



Nipsey Hussle shares with fans his new mixtape today, which conveniently comes just in time for the holidays. This arriving despite some record label ordeals, alongside his South Central State of Mind album delay. Make no question about it, Neighborhood Nip is putting in the work and making sure the listeners get their fix. You can view the full tracklist below along with the download.

01. Love

02. Keys To The City

03. Mr. Untouchable (feat. Kokane)

04. Blue Laces (feat. Kokane)

05. A Million

06. Top Down

07. Young, Rich & Famous

08. U Don’t Got A Clue

09. 7 Days A Week

10. Late Nights & Early Mornings

11. I Be Killin ‘Um

12. Call From The Bank (feat. MGMT)

13. Grindmode

14. Dreamin’

15. The Crown

16. Mac 11 On The Dresser

17. One Take

18. I Don’t Give A Fucc


Nipsey Hussle - Marathon (Mixtape)

NIKE SPORTSWEAR BLAZER HI VINTAGE SPRING 2011



The Nike Blazer Hi Vintage has become a staple in the Nike Sportswear Collection over the last couple of seasons. The silhouette remains timeless and returns for Spring 2011 in two new colorways – navy and pink.





STUSSY x DICKIES CAPSULE COLLECTION - SPRING 2011




Dickies and Stussy has continued to work with each other for a new capsule for the upcoming Spring 2011.  The lineup will include a selection of button ups, zip up hoodies and workers pants.  A very simple, yet comfortable collection for the Spring season.  The collection will be available in February 2011.




DR. DRE RELEASING "DETOX" IN FEBRUARY 2011



Dr. Dre will officially be releasing the long awaited Detox album in February of 2011.  Ten years after The Chronic 2001, Dre's timing is perfect for this album which is expected to do numbers.  This news follows him confirming that "Kush" would be the first single from Detox (ft. Snoop Dogg & Akon).  Confirmed features on the album will include Eminem, Jay-Z, The Game, Snoop Dogg, Akon and La Roux.  There is no specific date in February, but it's said that February will be the month.



Monday, December 20, 2010

Wiz Khalifa – MTV Artist To Watch 2011




Honoring his great success in the music industry this year, MTV has named Wiz Khalifa as the Artist to watch for next year. The network sees his hometown ode “Black & Yellow” as the most surprising hit in 2010 and states that the Pittsburgh-MC has moved all his chess pieces to the right position to fully take over in 2011.

Ne-Yo featuring Jadakiss & Fabolous – One In A Million (Remix)



After admitting that he was quite disturbed hackers that messed up the first week sales of his new album Libra Scale, singer Ne-Yo recruits the likes of Jadakiss and Fabolous to assist him on the third single of the project “One In A Million”. It remains to be seen if this effort will gain a much more broader appeal of this record or not, but this time there should be no hackers involved.




Curren$y – Daze of Thunder


Curren$y - Daze of Thunder from Creative Control on Vimeo.



After he unleashed the audio version, Curren$y provides us with the visual rendition of his “Live Fast Die Young”-freestyle which will appear on his upcoming Return To The Winner’s Circle-mixtape. In true Rick Rozay-fashion, Spitta offers a glimpse at the good life in the sun in this Jonah Schwartz-directed clip. Just another episode of the Jet-Life.

Entertainment Weekly Names Best and Worst Albums 2010



Since it is that time of the year again, Entertainment Weekly named the best and worst albums of 2010. It’s Kanye West once again who tops the year’s best of-list with the excellent My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy followed closely by Canadian collective Arcade Fire’s The Suburbs. Moving to the other extrem, it is Lil’ Wayne’s rock-endeavor Rebirth that was named the worst offering of the past 365 days. Check out both lists below and see if you agree.



Best Albums of 2010


1. Kanye West – My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy

2. Arcade Fire – The Suburbs

3. Robyn – Body Talk

4. The Black Keys – Brothers

5. Big Boi – Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty

6. Sleigh Bells – Treats

7. Cee Lo Green – The Lady Killer

8. Janelle Monáe – The ArchAndroid

9. Local Natives – Gorilla Manor

10. Laura Marling – I Speak Because I Can


Worst Albums of 2010

1. Lil Wayne – Rebirth

2. Santana – Guitar Heaven: The Greatest Guitar Classics of All Time

3. Liz Phair – Funstyle

4. Bret Michaels – Custom Built

5. Christina Aguilera – Bionic

Sunday, December 19, 2010

Nipsey Hussle – Mr. Untouchable f. Kokane




Here’s a track off of the King of L.A Nipsey Hussle’s forthcoming mixtape  ’The Marathon‘ dropping December 21st.

Nipsey Hussle - Mr. Untouchable feat. Kokane

Diggy Simmons – Digg is Like (Produced by DJ Premier)



Diggy Simmons shares with us the first single off his upcoming mixtape titled, Past Presents Future. The record is a twist off one of Esco’s all time classics which so happened to be produced by DJ Premier. Stay tuned as the project is set to drop next week on December 23rd right before the holidays.


Diggy Simmons - Digg is Like (Produced by DJ Premier) by Hypetrak

Friday, December 17, 2010

Wiz Khalifa featuring Snoop Dogg, Juicy J & T-Pain – Black & Yellow (G-Mix)



Wiz Khalifa’s “Black & Yellow” recently went gold and in commemoration of the feat, he now offers an official “G-Mix” featuring Snoop Dogg, Juicy J and T-Pain. Meanwhile, the song still continues to take off with what seems like a new colorway every other week with various rappers.


WIZ KHALIFA featuring SNOOP DOGG, JUICY J & T-PAIN – BLACK & YELLOW (G-MIX) by Hypetrak

Laws – Lady Hip Hop



Floridian MC Laws keeps his name in the game with his love letter to his big passion – Hip Hop. The melodic tune will appear on Ashley Outrageous‘ upcoming second mixtape The Playlist Vol.2 which will be released in three weeks.

"Today, I’m releasing the first leak off of the project from J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League’s own, Laws. He goes in over a beat produced by Feb 9, of his crew Phan 4, about the ladies who love real hip-hop. A nice smooth and laid back track for your listening pleasure. This is just the first leak, be expecting alot more dope tracks on the mixtape! The artists featured on it are artists that I have been supporting throughout 2010, who support me back, and are are just straight up talented. A few of them include Freddie Gibbs, Phil Ade, Push! Montana, Skotch Davis, Skeme, Raven Sorvino, Casey Veggies, & the list goes on…"

 
Laws- Lady Hip Hop by Hypetrak

Thursday, December 16, 2010

Rick Ross Talks Wale & New Mixtape



Rick Ross is gearing up for the release of his new mixtape Ashes To Ashes. The Miami-rapper talked to esteemed XXL Magazine about the project and gave further hints on the potential Wale-signing. Read below.

“One thing you can know is that music is all new and it may be surprising to a lot of motherfuckers the kind of records we got on there,” he told XXL.

Without giving away too many details, he teased some of the collaborators, saying, “Just to keep it short, Meek Mill on the mixtape; Wale’s on the mixtape; T.I.’s on the mixtape; [and] Barry White’s on the mixtape.”

Meek, Wale and Chester French will appear together on one track on Ashes to Ashes, that Ross says will surprise listeners. “It’s a different type of record,” he shared. “It’s a big motherfucker. We really put together cohesive and something I think the game gonna really appreciate.”



J. Cole featuring Omarion – In The Morning


Omarion takes on J. Cole’s originally Drake-assisted Friday Night Lights standout cut “In The Morning” and adds a soulful twist to the jam. We certainly appreciate the fact that the singer decided to retain some of the orginal version’s rap elements.


Kanye West feat. Teyana Taylor, CyHi Da Prynce, Cam’Ron, Vado, Jim Jones, Pusha T, Big Sean & Musiq Soulchild – Christmas In Harlem



Kanye feat.TeyanaTaylor,CyHDaPrynce,Cam,Vado,JimJones,Pusha,Big Sean&MusiqSoulchild–Xmas In Harlem by Hypetrak

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

T.I. Brings “No Mercy” To The Charts



With all the legal problems he had to endure recently, good news arrived for T.I. today as his seventh album No Mercy debuted at number 4 on Billboard with 160,000 copies sold. The incarcerated rapper took some time to thank his followers for their support on his blog.

"What up world? First off I’d like to thank everybody again for going out and supporting the “Hustle” yet again with “No Mercy” last week. I can’t say enough on how much I appreciate the support and all the positive feedback. I read so many tweets, letters, reviews and comments that spoke volumes to how much love was still out there and how much respect still exists for my art and my passion. I put so much of myself into what I do. I even read over the negative comments cuz’ that’s the kind of energy I feed off of to adjust, evolve and improve my craft until it manifests into the closest thing to perfection on the next go-round. I love hearing your opinions on what songs you like most for the next singles. We are taking all of them into consideration as we decide right now on which direction to head in. I know this seems like an unfortunate set of circumstances to endure for a career with so much potential but remember adversity builds character and character takes you places money can’t. I know what’s in store for me in the future so I ain’t trippin’ and neither should you. For now all my love and best wishes to you and yours for the holidays. Y’all hold it down out there and I’ll do the same in here. And continue to spread the word about “No Mercy” & Team T.I..

Take it light and Be Eazy,
Love – King."


In related news, the top spot of the Billboard 200 charts is still being held by Susan Boyle and her sophomore release The Gift. Nicki Minaj’s Pink Friday is keeping its momentum strong in its third week on the chart, climbing two spots to No. 6 with another 82,000 units thus earning Gold plaque with more than 500,000 units moved. Kanye West moved an additional 66,500 units of My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, equaling his total to 672,000 copies overall. Rihanna’s latest offering, Loud makes the move up to No. 9 with an additional 71,000.



Kanye West featuring CyHi Da Prynce & Teyana Taylor – Christmas In Harlem



Unfortunately, there have been no G.O.O.D. Friday-songs lately, but Kanye West proves that he has not forgotten about his followers and provides the world with some new music. Thus, he keeps his promise to give us free music until Christmas Check out below his newest track Hit-Boy-produced “Christmas In Harlem” featuring CyHi Da Prynce and Teyana Taylor – probably the last G.O.O.D. Friday-tune for quite some time.


Kanye just announced via twitter that this is an unfinished version. The complete version will contain rhymes by Cam, Vado, Jimmy, Pusha, Big Sean, Cyhi, Teyana Taylor & Musiq.





Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Yo Gotti Turns Himself In



Rapper Yo Gotti has turned himself in to authorities after a warrant was issued for his arrest following a shooting at a nightclub last month. Both Gotti (born Mario Mims) and O.G. Boo Dirty (Lance N. Taylor) are charged with aggravated riot, a felony that could carries a penalty of one to six years behind bars.

Police have also charged nine other men with aggravated riot; and investigators are charging Taylor with inciting to riot as well as aggravated riot.

Monday night (December 13th) Yo Gotti tweeted that he was turning himself in. "JUST MADE IT TO MEMPHIS," the rapper shared. "TURNING MYSELF IN NOW!"

Nicki Minaj on Chelsea Lately Show




Nicki Minaj pays visit to the Chelsea Lately Show and shares some intriguing insight with the late night sensation. Chelsea, who’s been known to get right into the thick of things, even asked Nicki Minaj some intimate questions which many all wondered.

Talib Kweli – Back It Up



Brooklyn’s own Talib Kweli creates his own rendition over Banks’ hit smash “Start It Up.” This serves as one of the first songs dropped from his forthcoming mixtape, Southern Smoke: Northern Lights.




Lil’ Wayne featuring Cory Gunz – 6’7″



Offered is the first single from Lil Wayne’s upcoming album titled The Carter IV. The single features another Young Money talent by the name of Cory Gunz who has certainly proven himself with countless hits as of late. As for the record, it’s produced by Bangladesh and is currently a tagged version.


Rick Ross Hints At Wale Signing



Wale might have made a contractual move from Roc Nation to Rick Ross’ Maybach Music Group. While the world is still waiting for the official announcement, the Bawse hinted at the latest addition to his label’s roster in an interview with The Source. Read what Mr. Rozay had to say:

“I look for next year to be an even bigger year. We just brought Jah Cure to the team. That’s one of the biggest reggae superstars in the game. We just did a deal with that. Look for that first quarter. I’m talking to artist out of Philly that I think is the future of Philly. Meek Millz, I’m talking to him right now about Maybach Music. As well as I’m talking to Wale.

Wale is a hustler. I feel he’s one record away from being the next nigga. He’s just a naturally fly nigga. Slick talking nigga. That’s right up my alley. I just think that comradery, riding with Rozay, it’ll mean that much more. I feel he’s one record away. As well as Meek Millz.”

Keri Hilson – Toy Soldier



In anticipation of Keri Hilson’s upcoming sophomore LP No Boys Allowed, the beautiful songstress unleashes a new empowering ballad titled “Toy Soldier”. The song recounts the singer’s broken relationship and how her partner took advantage of her emotions. The theme is quite in tune with the album’s overall concept as Ms. Hilson told Billboard.

“It’s basically my way of saying ‘girl power’. The album is about empowering women to be themselves and keep control of their confidence… It’s not about alienating men, it’s just about wanting to school them on what it takes to be considered a man as opposed to a boy.”



Keri Hilson, "Toy Soldier" by billboard

Far East Movement – Like A G6 (L.A.S.E.R. Remix)



Arguably one of the biggest dance records of the year, Far East Movement’s has enjoyed a fair a share of interpretative work. Latest example is brought by Italian/English duo L.A.S.E.R. that created an uptempo energizer for your audible pleasure.


Far East Movement – Like A G6 (L.A.S.E.R. Remix) by Hypetrak

Monday, December 13, 2010

Ja Rule Sentenced to Two Years



Rapper Ja Rule has pleaded guilty to attempted criminal possession of a weapon from a July 2007 gun possession charge in Manhattan. Ja will serve two years in prison when he is sentenced in February. Stopped for speeding after a July 23, 2007 concert, police discovered the rapper had a weapon and that his vehicle had no insurance and suspended registration.


Ja Rule was arrested when a.40 caliber semiautomatic handgun in the rear driver's side door was found. New York is known for its strict gun laws; which have led to prison sentences for rappers Lil Wayne and Prodigy and New York Giants receiver Plaxico Burress.

Jamie Foxx feat Drake - Fall For Your Type (Video)







Fabolous – You Be Killin’ Em




After debuting this single which became an instant hit, Mr. “Funeral Fab” prepares us with the new music video to accompany that very song, “You Be Killin’ Em” You’ll find him doing a Frank Sinatra number on stage while Amber Rose plays the background in several clips. This single is currently set to appear on Fab’s upcoming sixth studio album FabLoso’s Way 2: Rise to Power which is set for a March 2011 release.

Saturday, December 11, 2010

Wiz Khalifa Speaks on Black & Yellow Video


Asher Roth & Nottz – Break Bread





XV - The Flying V

Diddy - Dirty Money – Someone to Love Me (Video)




DIDDY / DIRTY MONEY "Someone To Love Me" from nabil elderkin on Vimeo.

Kings of Leon – Pyro




Taken from their 2010 release, Come Around Sundown, here is their accompanying video for “Pyro.” Directed by Casey McGrath and Max Goldman, the visuals all take place in a bar with a variety of strange things taking place besides the alcohol consumption. The patrons then eventually start floating into the air into what appears to be a black hole.

Dr. Dre featuring Snoop Dogg, Akon – Kush




Here’s the latest visual offering from Doc himself, this one accompanying his long-awaited single with Snoop Dogg and Akon titled, “Kush.” You’ll find Los Angeles on the backdrop with various scenes stemming from a decked out private jet onto the club filled with dancers.


TIME MAGAZINE Names Top Ten Albums And Songs Of 2010



Top 10 Albums



1. Kanye West – My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy

2. Arcade Fire – The Suburbs

3. LCD Soundsystem – This Is Happening

4. The National – High Violet

5. Drake – Thank Me Later

6. Sufjan Stevens – Age of Adz

7. The Black Keys – Brothers

8. Yeasayer – Odd Blood

9. Big Boi – Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty

10. Beach House -Teen Dream

Top 10 Songs



1. Cee Lo Green – “F**k You”

2. Janelle Monáe – “Tightrope”

3. Kanye West – “POWER”

4. Arcade Fire – “Sprawl II (Mountains Beyond Mountains)”

5. Eminem featuring Rihanna – “Love the Way You Lie”

6. Yeasayer – “Ambling Alp”

7. Jónsi – “Animal Arithmetic”

8. Drake – “Find Your Love”

9. Elizabeth Cook – “All the Time”

10. Sleigh Bells – “Rill Rill”

Jamie Foxx featuring Wiz Khalifa – Best Night of My Life


Jamie Foxx prepares his fourth studio album with the release of this new title track entitled “Best Night of My Life.” It also features the Wiz Khalifa who has been stirring up the music game with constant hits. Check out the latest single below, while Jamie Foxx’s new album Best Night of my Life is currently set to release on December 21st.



Jamie Foxx featuring Wiz Khalifa – Best Night of my Life by Hypetrak

Laws featuring CyHi Da Prynce – Honor



Produced by The Argonauts, here’s the latest offering from Laws featuring Cyhi Da Prynce titled, “Honor.” The song will presumably be off his upcoming mixtape, Dedication. The song shows his growth as a song writer beyond his sheer talent as lyricist.