Roddy Rod (of Low Budget Crew) Speaks On Oakwood Grain II

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDluehI86W0 Low Budget Crew member Roddy Rod plays a joint called “Redscheme” on the MPC & discusses his upcoming project Oakwood Grain II. The producer’s new album will be released on March 13th, but if you pre-order now from Nature Sounds, you can get an 11 track EP version for free. Related posts: Low Budget Crew: Low Budget [...]
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Rashid Hadee: Aural Sex: The Search For Pinky Tuscadero [Trailer]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUfSZ15ks6k Honest Management presents the official commercial for the upcoming Rashid Hadee release Aural Sex: The Search For Pinky Tuscadero. The very soon to be released album will be the first full length from Rashid Hadee since Dedication (one of my personal favorite albums of all time), his debut on Neblina Records. Although he has released a [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  8 days ago.

Nobody Famous Prepares the Release of New Project, Life & Times of Reggie

Nobody Famous will release a collection of favorite songs he’s produced over the past several years on a mixtape entitled The Life and Times of Reggie on February 23, 2012. The project is presented by KevinNottingham.com and hosted on DJBooth and includes a collections of songs featuring hip hop artists Dom Kennedy, Donnis, Wax, Raven [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  9 days ago.

Damu The Fudgemunk: KILAWATT V1.5 To Be Released Next Month

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WdOlg-mOCfg Speaking of Damu the Fudgemunk, Redefinition Records just released this promotional video announcing the release of Damu’s new project, KILAWATT V1.5, to be released on February 28th.  You may remember KILAWATT V1, released back in November 2009.  The new 1.5 version will be a 16 track CD with a 2 Track 7″ vinyl featuring all [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  9 days ago.

Lyric Jones: Jones St. [Artwork + Tracklist]

KevinNottingham.com got the jump on the artwork and tracklisting for the upcoming debut album, Jones St, from Lyric Jones. The Atlanta emcee has been hot on our radar since we caught wind of her last year. We were even fortunate enough to have her perform on our A3C Underground Express stage back in October. This [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  10 days ago.

Raven Sorvino: Paper Girl [Album Trailer]

www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbBUa-HRgl0 In this shot-for-shot reenactment of the famed “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” intro, Raven Sorvino mirrors Audrey Hepburn’s character, Holly Golightly, a young New York socialite smitten by love. However, instead of chasing a man, Raven walks the streets of Beverly Hills in search of her Dreams.  Paper Girl finally drops January 26th. Related posts: Raven Sorvino: Whisper’z (N.S.F.W) [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  21 days ago.
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J-Love: On The Verge [Trailer]

Jan 20th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFqBKGgIZKI The homie Tokyo Cigar put together this trailer for J-Love’s upcoming mixtape On The Verge, which will feature some of his production. The new tape from the veteran DJ will include guest appearances by The Regiment, Agallah, Tragic Allies & Re-Surch as well as production by Audible Doctor, IMAKEMADBEATS, Nick Wiz & of course Tokyo. Related [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  21 days ago.
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[Videos] Madlib x Freddie Gibbs – “Thuggin’”

Jan 17th

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If the whole MadGibbs album is this dope, let's just go ahead and pencil it in as an early entry for one of 2012's best albums.
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K. Gates: Walking On HellFire [Teaser]

Jan 11th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=f40ruwIwHlw K. Gates previews his upcoming project Walking On HellFire, due out in the spring, with this dope teaser video. Also, visit the New Orleans emcee’s Youtube channel to catch up on his new series Road To Be A Rap Star which features interviews with some of the top names in Hip Hop today. Related posts: Contest: Submit Your [...]
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The Executive Suite [Artwork + Tracklisting]

Jan 9th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

Tomorrow, HiPNOTT Records releases a brand new compilation album, executive produced by C.O.O. Kareem Fort. Peep the tracklist to the Executive Suite. Related posts: Executive Suite [Promotional Video] Kareem Fort Speaks About DEMOS, the 2012 National MC Search, and His Upcoming Album the Executive Suite Rapper Big Pooh + Donny Goines + Raven Sorvino: Don’t Say Goodbye [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 month, 2 days ago.
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Most Anticipated Hip Hop Albums of 2012

Jan 7th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

2011 is behind us and it’s time to anticipate the future. Since the first quarter (January – March) is normally very quiet for music releases, there hasn’t been too many albums that have officially been announced for release and those that have be announced are more than likely to have their release dates pushed back [...]
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Apollo Brown & O.C. Announce New Album

Jan 6th

Posted by Thomas over at KevinNottingham.com

HipHopDX reported first yesterday (but Oddisee hinted about this last July) that Detroit producer Apollo Brown has completed an album with legendary emcee O.C..  Yeah….O.C. of D.I.T.C. fame and the one with two classic albums (Word…Life (buy) & Jewelz (buy)).  As of right now this is my most anticipated album of 2012 so far. This has [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 month, 5 days ago.
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DJ Low Cut: NY Minute [Artwork & Tracklist]

Jan 4th

Posted by Carsten over at KevinNottingham.com

DJ Low Cut let’s the cat out the bag and reveals the official artwork and tracklist from his forthcoming project NY Minute. Looks solid if you ask me. What do you think? Check the tracklist below. The project will be dropping in March. 01 – Intro 02 – Ruste Juxx “Worldwide Roughness” 03 – Blaq Poet & Nutso [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 month, 7 days ago.
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[News] Slim Thug Speaks On “Thug Thursday” Series & Collaborative Project With Z-Ro

Jan 3rd

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Thugga talks about his Thug Thursday releases and a new collaborative album with Z-Ro.
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Speek Greene Presents Rock Paper Soul [Promo Video]

Dec 25th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

My man Speek Greene has a new compilation EP dropping soon. Here’s a little taste, featuring the lead single by Morris Alan and produced by Kev Brown. Related posts: Speek Greene Presents The Wonderful World of Mr. Miranda Contest: Submit Your Ghetto Dream Video to Common KevinNottingham.com Presents… Beat It: A Musical Tribute to Michael Jackson [Mixed by DJ [...]
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Executive Suite [Promotional Video]

Dec 21st

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVi2yEuVg9M As C.O.O. of HiPNOTT Records, Co–Founder of Cypher Lounge Radio and creator/Executive Producer of the highly anticipated documentary film DEMOS, you would think Kareem Fort wouldn’t have time for much more but, the multi-talented Reem has taken on the role of executive producer for the upcoming compilation LP, Executive Suite. Executive Suite is set to [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 month, 21 days ago.
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Gangrene (Alchemist x Oh No): Vodka & Ayahuaska Promo [Video]

Dec 17th

Posted by Thomas over at KevinNottingham.com

The duo of Gangrene (Alchemist & Oh No) will be releasing their sophomore album, Vodka & Ayahuaska on Decon Records January 24, 2012.  I’m definitely looking forward to the album as last year’s Gutter Water was one of my favorites and their first single was solid (“Dump Truck” feat. Prodigy). Spotted at DR Related posts: MC Hammer: Death [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 month, 25 days ago.
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The Ghostface Beat Tape Project Promo Video’s

Dec 16th

Posted by Thomas over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8CzoRlGcCg The Ghostface Beat Tape will be released Christmas Eve. The project features numerous DMV producers constructing beats inspired by the Wally Champ. The video up top is a stream of the projects first leak produced by Nick tha 1da. The second video below features Pete Twist playing his beat for the project, [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 month, 26 days ago.
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The Ghostface Beat Tape Project Promo Video’s

Dec 16th

Posted by Thomas over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8CzoRlGcCgThe Ghostface Beat Tape will be released Christmas Eve. The project features numerous DMV producers constructing beats inspired by the Wally Champ. The video up top is a stream of the projects first leak produced by Nick tha 1da. The second video below features Pete Twist playing his beat for the project, [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 month, 26 days ago.
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Common: The Dreamer/The Believer [Album Preview]

Dec 15th

Posted by Thomas over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQLyVfgR-dkCommon‘s The Dreamer/The Believer drops next Tuesday and is currently available for free streaming on YouTube.  Thoughts on the album whether  you’ve listened to the stream or leak? Related posts:Common: The Dreamer, The Believer [Tracklisting]Common Recites Nas’ verse from “Life’s a Bitch” [Video]Common: Ghetto Dreams (feat Nas) [Music Video]
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[Videos] T.I. f. Pharrell – “Here Ye, Hear Ye [Official Version]“

Dec 13th

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Remember that bootleg that popped up last week? This one's way better. Stay tuned for Tip's "Fuck Da City Up," on New Year's Day before "Trouble Man" drops.
HipHopDX RSS Feed |  Read More |  1 month, 29 days ago.
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Consequence: Curb Certified [Artwork + Tracklist]

Dec 9th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

Consequence has a new mixtape dropping December 14th. Here’s the official artwork and tracklist… Related posts:Consequence: Movies On Demand 2 [Mixtape]Zumbi (of Zion I): The Science of Breath Vol. 4 [Tracklist & Artwork]Consequence: The Consequences (feat Q-Tip) [prod by J Dilla]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  2 months, 3 days ago.
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[Album Reviews] Mistah F.A.B. – I Found My Backpack 2: The Lost Notebook

Dec 8th

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F.A.B.'s experienced the hyphy highs, and seen his profile dip off since then. Now he's just enjoying the culture.
HipHopDX RSS Feed |  Read More |  2 months, 4 days ago.
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The Roots undun iTunes App

Dec 5th

Posted by Thomas over at KevinNottingham.com

The Roots 13th album, undun will be released on December 6 and from what I can gather from twitter and around the internet it’s another jewel on the group’s discography crown. I have yet to listen to the album in full, but plan on purchasing it Tuesday. What I have done is view the undun [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  2 months, 7 days ago.
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[Mixtape] Odd Future – Rarities Vol. 3

Dec 2nd

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Odd Future Talk compiles their third volume of rarities from the crew that you either love or love to hate.
HipHopDX RSS Feed |  Read More |  2 months, 10 days ago.
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The Roots: undun [Full Album Stream]

Nov 29th

Posted by Thomas over at KevinNottingham.com

NPR has the exclusive full album stream of The Roots 13th album, undun.  The disc, which we reviewed [read here] is available for pre-order at iTunes, Amazon, UGHH, and other online stores.  I told Justin I’m not listening to this until it hits stores next week.  Stream HERE. Related posts:The Roots: Stomp x Sleep [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  2 months, 13 days ago.
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Zero Star: Maybe I’m Joking, Maybe I’m Not [Cover x Tracklist]

Nov 29th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

We’re just a week away from the release of Zero Star’s new album Maybe I’m Joking, Maybe I’m Not and we’ve got the cover artwork & tracklisting for you to check out right now. The Ohio emcee’s new LP, produced entirely by Chozin, will be presented by yours truly here at KN.com and be available [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  2 months, 13 days ago.
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[Videos] S.L.V. f. Joe Budden – “Unison”

Nov 25th

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If you're in an area being hit by cold weather, be thankful for videos like this until Spring rolls back around.
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Zero Star: Maybe I’m Joking, Maybe I’m Not [Parts 1-3]

Nov 16th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWvjCQ00AhEZero Star is gearing up for the release of his sophomore LP Maybe I’m Joking, Maybe I’m Not (presented by yours truly here at KN.com) and is showing off a different side in this new video series. The Ohio emcee speaks on being the first artist to go gold on Bandcamp, when he learned [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  2 months, 26 days ago.
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[Videos] Kid Sister f. Danny Brown – “Gucci Rag Top [Remix]“

Nov 15th

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Chi-town folks might break out the Reese & Santonio to this, and if you're from The D you might want to Jit. Non-house fans should Google that.
HipHopDX RSS Feed |  Read More |  2 months, 26 days ago.
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