The Magnetic Mindset: The Dreamers

It started with a dream and became a reality… Five years ago, Kevin had a dream. As a DJ and avid lover of music, he set out to create a destination for those that shared his tastes in music. In addition, he also wanted a place where he could rant (how many of you remember Kevin’s [...]
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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 [...]
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Playdough: Road Doggin [Exclusive]

www.youtube.com/watch?v=iV28A8o6qYk We here at KN.com are proud to bring you some exclusive footage of Playdough’s most recent tour in a video dubbed Road Doggin. The short film highlights the Deepspace5 member’s tour adventures from shows, backstage hilarity, freestyling in vans and more. Don’t forget to cop Playdough’s new album Hotdoggin, which is available now on iTunes. Related posts: Playdough: Hotdoggin [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  13 days ago.

Lil Wayne Shows Off His Trukfit Clothing Line in NYC (Exclusive Video)

Weezy is taking this skateboarding all the way. Aside from popping up at different skateparks in the middle of the night, Lil Wayne has just launched his first skateboard-inspired clothing line. The brand, which he named Trukfit, is gearing up for a nationwide release at all Zumiez locations later this year. Earlier tonight, Wayne popped [...]
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MaLLy: Stomp Through [Audio] + Cloud Culture [Music Video]

Fresh off the announcement of being selected to perform alongside Atmosphere, Kill The Vultures, Big Quarters and BK One on the annual Rhymesayers Welcome To Minnesota Tour MaLLy decided to premiere his new track “Stomp Through” and the video for “Cloud Culture” right here on KevinNottingham.com.“Stomp Through” features Tigre (of Minneapolis Hip Hop group 925ve) [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 month, 24 days ago.

Thug Vaticans (Hell Razah & Killah Priest): New Millennium Child [Exclusive]

We’ve got yet another exclusive for you from Hell Razah, this time via his new duo formed with longtime collaborator & fellow Sunz of Man member Killah Priest. “New Millenium Child” gives fans a taste of what to expect from their Thug Vaticans album entitled The Lamb’s Supper, which will be released next year. Make sure you cop [...]
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[Videos] R&B Pick: McKenzie Eddy f. Murs – “Ice Cream Mountain”

Dec 9th

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From McKenzie's "Slow Your Horse Down, Son." As she says, it's not ordinary.
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Playdough: Hotdoggin [Music Video] (Exclusive)

Dec 7th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

We here at KN.com are proud to premiere the new music video from Dallas emcee Playdough for the title track off his latest album Hotdoggin. The Deepspace5 collective member will be releasing an update version of the album, Hotdoggin With The Works, which features guest appearances by The Black Keys, Blackalicious member Gift Of Gab [...]
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Hell Razah: Dark Ages (feat Killah Priest & Timbuktu) [Exclusive]

Dec 5th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

We’ve got another exclusive from Hell Razah aka Heaven Razah for you as the Brooklyn emcee links up once again with his fellow Sunz Of Man & Black Market Militia member Killah Priest for “Dark Ages” (also featuring Timbuktu). The track appears on his new project Razah Reborn, which is available now on iTunes.DOWNLOAD Related [...]
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Heaven Razah: Back Again [Exclusive]

Nov 29th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

We’ve got an exclusive joint from Heaven Razah (aka Hell Razah) called “Back Again” that is not featured on his new project Razah Reborn. Razah’s latest release features some tracks he recorded during the Heaven Razah recording sessions and includes guest appearances by Killah Priest, Grand Puba, his new group Black W.A.S.P. & his son Kappo. All [...]
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Cyrano Sinatra: Madicinal Libationz 2 (B*tchless Brew)

Nov 21st

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

Cyrano Sinatra (f.k.a. Cyrano aka Cy Yung) has reconnected with Dub MD to help remove a blemish from their immaculate first collaboration, 2009′s ‘Madicinal Libationz’. After assembling one of the most diverse casts of Hip-Hop underground at the time, ‘Madicinal Libationz’ was received with praise but ran into roadblocks to reaching as many as it [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  2 months, 17 days ago.
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Ghostface Killah: Five Favorite Songs From Bulletproof Wallets (10th anniversary)

Nov 20th

Posted by Thomas over at KevinNottingham.com

Ghostface’s third solo album, Bulletproof Wallets is one that I feel “got away” from him (Ghost believes this as well). The album suffered from sample clearance issues, poor backing from the label, and the liner notes (along with the tracklist/running order) were incorrect.  At its best, BWP was Tony Starks creatively turning loveable cartoon characters [...]
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Mobb Deep: Five Favorite Song’s From Hell On Earth (15th anniversary)

Nov 19th

Posted by Thomas over at KevinNottingham.com

Today marks the 15th anniversary of Mobb Deep‘s third album, Hell On Earth. H.O.E. is a personal classic for me as P was at the top of his game lyrically (his second verse on “Hell On Earth (Frontlines)” is one of his best) and Havoc‘s production still had that gritty, bone chilling effect found on [...]
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CYNE: An Introspection [prod by Enoch] (Exclusive)

Nov 17th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

We’re proud to debut the latest single from CYNE’s upcoming Wasteland Vol. 1, “An Introspection” produced by Enoch. While Speck handled the production on the first single, Enoch provides the backdrop this time around as Cise Star also delivers some oustanding rhymes on the short track. CYNE’s new project will be released December 6th on [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  2 months, 21 days ago.
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[Editorials] HipHopDX Presents Fantasy Drake Collaborations

Nov 17th

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As Drake enters the next phase of his career, the HipHopDX staff takes our pick of artists Drizzy should work with...if given the opportunity.
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Savant: Here We Go (feat Ohini Jonez & John Public) [Exclusive]

Nov 16th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

We here at KN.com are proud to debut the 12th entry in Savant aka Stanstro’s Crash Course Leak Series, “Here We Go” featuring site favorites Ohini Jonez & John Public. Polish producer BennCart provides a high energy backdrop for these three talented emcees to deliver some impressive rhymes. Look out for Savant’s new solo EP Crash, produced [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  2 months, 22 days ago.
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C.B. News: For The Love

Nov 9th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

We here at KN.com along with 2DopeBoyz.com are proud to present For The Love, the brand new project from C.B. News. The Bay Area native’s latest release includes 10 tracks with production handled by Exile, Abstrakt Soundz, Treble & Blues, Calvin the Genius & Infinite Trax. Guests joining C.B. on For The Love include Uptown Swuite, J. [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  2 months, 29 days ago.
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Malicious: Life’s Not So Sample 3

Nov 8th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

Montreal emcee Malicious (aka Mr. Malish) drops off the third installment of his Life’s Not So Sample series. Presented by KevinNottingham.com and IndieHipHop.net, the project includes features from Dat Dude, Khaos Da Rapper, Nella, L.E.S., Yorz Truly & J-True. Production is mostly handled by Mr. Malish himself.DOWNLOAD36 Total Downloads
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  3 months, 0 days ago.
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The Many Shades Of Ledisi

Nov 6th

Posted by Erin over at KevinNottingham.com

Laughter, love, and Liberation are three words that can try to illustrate justice to the talented songbird Ledisi. Enjoy her colorful character as she enlightens us on her favorite musical era, how important the element of love is, and her newfound freedom within her music.Erin: How is Ledisi on this fine day?Ledisi: I’m good! I’m [...]
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Forgotten Classics: Asheru & Blue Black – 48 Months

Nov 3rd

Posted by Jeff Leon over at KevinNottingham.com

“I am the stone that the builder refused, I am the visual / The inspiration, that made the lady sing the blues…”Sounds familiar? Those are the opening lines to intro of the popular Adult Swim series, The Boondocks, an original rap contributed to the show by Washington D.C. artist Gabriel Benn, also known as Asheru. [...]
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Torae: Shakedown [prod by 9th Wonder]

Nov 1st

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

Torae‘s much anticipated album, For The Record, is in stores today and KN has the exclusive on the next leak! Go ahead and grab “Shakedown” produced by 9th Wonder for free and grab the album now on iTunes.
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  3 months, 7 days ago.
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Señor Kaos: The Spirit Of Jax [prod by Illastrate]

Nov 4th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

Señor Kaos blessed us with the premiere of his tribute song “The Spirt Of Jax” produced by Illastrate featuring cuts by DJ Dainja. Kaos told me his label probably won’t be happy... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
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[Videos] Phil Ade f. Kevin Ross – Toast 2 Life

Nov 4th

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KevinNottingham.com Presents The Best Of Jax

Nov 4th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

You’ve had the chance to get to know Jax, now it’s time for you to hear some of the talented emcee’s best work. Flux, Killa Kalm, Señor Kaos, H2O, DJ Pocket, JayForce & Lisa... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 year, 3 months ago.
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Jax Forever Documentary

Nov 4th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=jY9_hIWhxQw Jax Forever is a special documentary produced by Eljay Williams that premiered in March of 2009 at the Everybody Loves Chris -- Jax Lives! event. The documentary... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
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Lisa Watts Thurston, Massinfluence, DJ Pocket & Marq Spekt Remember Jax

Nov 4th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

Just like our earlier post with Flux & Killa Kalm, Jax’s family & friends take the time to reflect on his life in their own words. Jax’s wife Lisa Watts Thurston, Massinfluence... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
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Flux & Killa Kalm (of Binkis Recs) Remember Jax

Nov 4th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

When this tribute was first planned, I wanted those closest to Jax to be involved and tell his story instead of a typical biography. I was honored to have Jax’s fellow Binkis Recs members Flux... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
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Jax Day – A Tribute To Christopher Thurston

Nov 4th

Posted by Justin over at KevinNottingham.com

Today is a special day here at KevinNottingham.com. On November 4th, 2008, hip hop lost one of its unsung heroes in Christopher “Jax” Thurston. Jax was the epitome of Atlanta’s... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
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Senor Kaos + Homeboy Sandman + Buff1: The Maschines [prod by DRUGS]

Nov 2nd

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

Man, I can’t believe it’s been about a month since A3C went down in Atlanta, GA. Anyone who was there could not miss the massive Unique Squared RV studio parked out front. All weekend... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
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[News] Timbaland Announces Timbo Thursdays

Nov 2nd

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Timbaland will embrace the Internet and begin leaking weekly tracks like his peers
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