HiPNOTT Records Presents: The Executive Suite Mixtape

If you’re staring at an upcoming commute or flight, take comfort in knowing that the folks over at HiPNOTT Records, DJBooth and The Well Veresed have kept your headphones in [...]
The Smoking Section |  Read More |  21 days ago.

HiPNOTT Records Presents: The Executive Suite

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’d think Kareem Fort wouldn’t have time for more, but the multi-talented Reem has taken on the role of executive producer for his compilation LP, Executive Suite. Executive Suite is available via The DJBooth with additional [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 month, 1 day ago.

The Executive Suite [Artwork + Tracklisting]

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.

Kareem Fort Speaks About DEMOS, the 2012 National MC Search, and His Upcoming Album the Executive Suite

You don’t normally see too many “suits” in the independent music scene, aside from managers and PRs. Enter Kareem Fort, who seems to have his hands in everything these days. Chief Operations Officer of independent record label HiPNOTT Records… check. Co-Founder of Internet radio show Cypher Lounge Radio… check. Executive Producer and creator of the [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 month, 3 days ago.

Rapper Big Pooh + Donny Goines + Raven Sorvino: Don’t Say Goodbye

“Don’t Say Goodbye” is the second single from Kareem Fort’s upcoming collaboration album, Executive Suite. The single features Rapper Big Pooh, Donny Goines and Raven Sorvino with production by Ahh:Zel of the Late Bloomers. 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 [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 month, 6 days ago.

Executive Suite [Promotional Video]

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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Nu MAGIK: The Vintage LP [Re-Release]

Dec 20th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

Nu MAGIK, comprised of Chicago-based emcee Draz and Los Angeles-based producer Duece Maxwell, have joined HiPNOTT Records to re-release their 2009 debut album, The Vintage LP. The free re-release will serve as a precursor to the duo’s upcoming HiPNOTT debut, V2 to be released early 2012. This special edition re-release of The Vintage LP IS [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 month, 22 days ago.
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Chaundon + Senor Kaos + Skinny-C: All Out

Dec 15th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

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, 27 days ago.
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Junclassic & Jazz Spastiks – “Stunnin’” Video

Nov 27th

Posted by TC over at The Smoking Section

Junclassic is holding council at Coney Island these days, because his joint album with Jazz Spastiks, Mode 7, is doing alright in the world. However, don’t mistake this for some [...]
The Smoking Section |  Read More |  2 months, 15 days ago.
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Jazz Spastiks & junclassic: Mode 7 [Instrumentals]

Nov 22nd

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

Released just four months ago, Mode 7 has spawned 3 singles and critical acclaim all over the net. Yes, junclassic‘s lyrical prowess is to not be ignored, but it was the jazzy boom-bap sounds of Jazz Spastiks‘ production that had the Internet going nuts. After many requests, HiPNOTT Records is proud to present to you [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  2 months, 20 days ago.
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[Videos] Prince Paul – Scion AV ep.2

Nov 22nd

Posted by HipHopDX RSS Feed over at HipHopDX RSS Feed

After decades of putting out dope product, we're thrilled at the possibility of Prince Paul getting that corporate gwap.
HipHopDX RSS Feed |  Read More |  2 months, 20 days ago.
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Nu MAGIK: A Song For You (feat JusBrea of Deep Rooted)

Nov 20th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

Nu MAGIK, comprised of Chicago-based emcee Draz and Los Angeles-based producer Duece Maxwell, have joined HiPNOTT Records to re-release their 2009 debut album, The Vintage LP. The free re-release will serve as a precursor to the duo’s upcoming HiPNOTT debut, V2 to be released early 2012. This special edition re-release of The Vintage LP will [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  2 months, 22 days ago.
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The Regiment: Get Away (feat Vincent J. Kelley)

Nov 18th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

Keeping the promo going for their album, The Panic Button, Detroit’s The Regiment are pushing the Soulgate-produced track “Get Away”. Featuring R&B crooner Vincent J. Kelley on the hook, this joint is about as smooth as butter.The Panic Button, is now available for purchase on iTunes, Fat Beats, UGHH and HHV.Get Away (feat Vincent [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  2 months, 24 days ago.
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Contest: Enter To Win $500 Courtesy of Bodega Brovas + Fancy Anthrax Available Today on CD

Nov 15th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

The response towards the latest release from the Bodega Brovas has been so overwhelming that HiPNOTT Records is extending the promo and releasing the previously digital only album on compact disc! Fancy Anthrax: Pre-Loaded Guns & Alcohol is now available on CD at UGHH, Fat Beats and Amazon.In promotion for today’s release, the Bodega Brovas [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  2 months, 27 days ago.
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Bodega Brovas: Now Or Never / On My Way

Nov 8th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

The Bodega Brovas‘ current project Fancy Anthrax: Pre-Loaded Guns & Alcohol is a collection of tracks they have recorded and released over the past year and serves as a precursor to their upcoming debut album on HiPNOTT Records dropping next year. Fancy Anthrax: Pre-Loaded Guns & Alcohol includes production from J Rhodes, The ARE, Smooth [...]
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  3 months, 4 days ago.
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[Singles] Lupe Fiasco – “The Show Goes On”

Oct 27th

Posted by HipHopDX RSS Feed over at HipHopDX RSS Feed

Here's Lupe's first single off 'Lasers'.
HipHopDX RSS Feed |  Read More |  1 year, 3 months ago.
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Convinced: Fairy Tales (feat Brooke Taylor)

Oct 21st

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

Earlier this week we dropped Convinced‘s latest mixtape, Versatility, which was mixed by W Steele from Sleeping Giant Music. Here’s an untagged leak of the track “Fairy Tales”... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 year, 3 months ago.
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[Singles] Von Pea – “Good Life”

Oct 20th

Posted by HipHopDX RSS Feed over at HipHopDX RSS Feed

New Von Pea off 'Pea's Gotta Have It' out now.
HipHopDX RSS Feed |  Read More |  1 year, 3 months ago.
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Spectac & Amiri: Almost Famous Now Available on Compact Disc + Download The Bonus Track “Snitch”

Oct 19th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

Spectac & Amiri’s latest album Almost Famous, previously released in digital format via iTunes, is now available on physical CD in Special Edition form including six bonus tracks not... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 year, 3 months ago.
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Convinced: Versatility Mixtape

Oct 18th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

L.A. emcee Convinced is back with a brand new sound and a brand new home on HiPNOTT Records. Teaming up with KevinNottingham.com and Eazee St. he drops his Versatility mixtape comprised of older and... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 year, 3 months ago.
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Tomorrow, Yesterday: 2010 A3C Kevin Nottingham Showcase

Oct 16th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7Bq584jFOE We were fortunate enough to have HiPNOTT’s newest group join us at A3C this year and they really tore the roof down! Yep and T.i.E. are real down to earth... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 year, 3 months ago.
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Spectac & Amiri: 2010 A3C Kevin Nottingham Showcase

Oct 15th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwtSoYF6KyM One of the highlights for me at A3C was catching Spectac rock a live freestyle. That shit was amazing! You can check it out above. After the cut, you can check the... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 year, 3 months ago.
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Convinced: Other Shyt [prod by King Trax]

Oct 13th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

Please join us in welcoming our newest artist signed to HiPNOTT Records; Los Angeles emcee Convinced. Convinced’s upcoming album is one of the projects that we will be releasing in first... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 year, 4 months ago.
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Amiri: Music + The Recipe Released Today

Sep 28th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

To celebrate today’s The Recipe album release, Amiri is making the second single from the album, “Music”, available for free download. The Recipe by Amiri (of Spectac & Amiri)... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 year, 4 months ago.
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The Hour of HiPNOTT on Chaundon’s IMO Show!

Sep 26th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

HiPNOTT Records has the honor of having a whole hour dedication on tonight’s IMO Show presented by the Hall of Justus’ Chaundon. The IMO Show has been in existence for about a year now,... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 year, 4 months ago.
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Amiri: Got Beats… The Main Ingredient For The Recipe

Sep 21st

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

With only a week out until the release of his debut solo album, Amiri wanted to share some of the beats that were left on the shelf while making The Recipe with this beat tape Got Beats… The... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 year, 4 months ago.
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HiPNOTT Records: September 2010 Newsletter

Sep 15th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

HiPNOTT Records (my label, in case you didn’t know) dropped our first monthly newsletter today. Hit the jump to catch up with everything we’ve been doing and what we’ve got planned... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 year, 4 months ago.
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Amiri: Boom Bap / DILLA 4EVA [Music Video]

Sep 13th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmdzmHCNphk Last week we hit you with the first single from Amiri‘s upcoming solo album, The Recipe, dropping at the end of the month. Today we premiere the video to... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 year, 5 months ago.
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E Reece: Confessions of A Dreamer (feat Dasha)

Sep 8th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrcrCQbinM4 For the second video from E Reece‘s Concrete Steppin, the L.A. emcee hooks up with HiPNOTT’s First Lady Dasha for “Confessions of A... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 year, 5 months ago.
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Amiri: Boom Bap [Digital 12" Single]

Sep 7th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

As the lead single to his upcoming solo debut (The Recipe), Amiri drops “Boom Bap” as a digital 12″ single on HiPNOTT Records. The Almost Famous producer steps out from behind the... * Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
KevinNottingham.com |  Read More |  1 year, 5 months ago.
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