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At the tail end of the 1990s, Brandy and Monica recorded one of the most popular catfights in history — the multi-platinum “The Boy Is Mine.” Now that they’re older, [...]

On the DJ Burn One-produced “Paradise,” Rittz dreams of Detroit-engineered machinery floating away from dead-end jobs and missed opportunities. Heaven is the lost city of Atlanta, with long stretches of [...]

Curren$y will rip any and all production, original or not. Thus, it should come as no surprise that the MC had his own version of Wu’s classic, “C.R.E.A.M.,” stashed away [...]

We can’t speak for everyone, but our parents always told us it was rude to point. However, they probably didn’t account for the magnetic attraction most people’s index fingers have [...]

We’ve already been down the Las Vegas strip of audio pleasures with Sean Rose, but it just keeps getting better. The adept rapsmith tactfully blends the right amount of torque [...]

We’re not sure if there’s a clause in Sir Michael Rocks’ Jet Life contract that ensures he bathes in 24-hour moisturizer or if he just happens to record in a [...]

Usually an Exile appearance in the artist category finds him contributing solely on the production front. Things have apparently changed on “Oh Word (Keep On Rising)” as he dusted off [...]

“Philadelphia millionaire, Meek be that n*gga…” Another day, more new music from the Maybach Music conglomerate. On this occasion, Meek and Rozay do lay up lines with Cardiak production for [...]

While much of the world is blazing a birthday blunt in memory of Bob Marley today, who’s more qualified than Smoke DZA to release a tribute song to reggae’s fallen [...]

After Wale, Meek Mill and Pill joined the MMG roster, Rick Ross’ original dream team, Triple Cs, seemed to fade into the background. In a statement of unity, the whole [...]

Certain songs were meant to be remixed and Lloyd’s new one is just begging for the flip. Centered around some tight-knit kick drums and a whimsical synth flute that could [...]

Jon Connor’s Season 2 mixtape was definitely one of the best, most snoozed on tapes from last year, but instead of dwelling in the past, the Flint rapper is keeping [...]

Put it this way, if you can go an entire week without wanting to vent about anything in the world, then I’m convinced your name is Blue Ivy Carter. That’s [...]

Considering I had to Google what “Audermar” even meant, this unreleased piece from Meek is obviously not meant for me. However, for those of you who are into six-figure watches [...]

Ryshon Jones tosses his two cents to join the thirst for singer Jhene Aiko. Ryshon Jones – “Letter To Jhene Aiko” (Prod. By Lee Bannon) H/T: Sermon’s

The Interlude II dropped just a little while back, but The Kid Daytona’s here again to drop a little goodness for y’all. “Angela’s Sister” is a freestyle which finds Daytona [...]

“Cause they wonder how I’m (Maybach Music), and I stay conscious.” The Song By Me, Stalley series continues on with “God’s Child,” which features a simmering soundbed by Huntsville production [...]

As it seems to the naked eye, Esperanza Spalding has been meticiulously perfecting her second first impression since winning a Grammy for Best New Artist last year. She’s been living [...]

ABN’s fearless leader’s original version of “I’m On” played out like a blockbuster remix and it seemed like it was already at its apex with star power. Shame on anyone [...]

When Slim Shady returned from a prescription-pill-induced absence back in May of 2009, the Hip-Hop world welcomed the always outspoken icon back with open arms. Then, when he donned the [...]

As you make your ascent towards success, it’s typical to lose some, so-called, friends along the way. Reaching the highest height, or falling to the lowest low, is probably the [...]

An odd couple deserves an equally odd cover. Mac Miller’s still living life in the fast lane since Blue Slide Park made history, and after several months of alluding to [...]

Take a note from EST, Chuck Nice and Woody Wood...trickin' is still trickin' even if you got it. Hop on Amazon and hunt down "Original Stylin.'"

Despite his penchant for timeless love making anthem – and there are plenty of them – Robert Kelly’s propensity to craft a damn good dance record shouldn’t be ignored. Where [...]

O Beans, Beans! wherefore art thou Beans? One of my favorites from 2001′s The Reason. Beanie Sigel’s “I Don’t Do Much”

“The only difference between a winner and a loser is a winner plays until he wins…” K.R.I.T. releases “Boobie Miles,” the first track from the 4evaNaDay project. February 20th can’t [...]

Typically, the person behind the wheel of a Chrysler Town & Country or Dodge Astrovan isn’t very intimidating. However, that’s not factoring in the covert, cold-blooded killers who cruise the [...]

With quotes from Bubba Chuck’s turbulent life and career – including the legendary “practice” speech – Don Trip describes life isn’t always greener when setting out to cash in on [...]

Even though the hook repeatedly says “Lehhgooo,” Noreaga isn’t referring to the toy building blocks you’ve had to pull from your nephews mouth. Instead, the CNN member has flipped C.Breezy’s [...]

Alabama’s other non-Black Hip-Hop artist du jour is back with an oldie but goodie. Originally placed on one of DJ Burn One’s, I don’t know, 1000 projects last year, “Don’t [...]

Loosies: Brandy & Monica Resume Their Squabble, Lady Gaga Gets Bloody & “Boo Thang” Isn’t Just For Ladies Anymore

Rittz Feat. Nikkiya – “Paradise” (Prod. By DJ Burn One)

Curren$y & Willie The Kid – “C.R.E.A.M.” Freestyle

E-40 Feat. 2 Chainz & Juicy J – “They Point”

Sean Rose – “Tomorrow” x “Plenty Of Love”

Sir Michael Rocks Feat. Chuck Inglish – “Out The Jam” x “Imagine”

Exile Feat. Fashawn – “Oh Word (Keep On Rising)”

Meek Mill Feat. Rick Ross – “Errrday”

Smoke DZA – “Marley’s Garden”

Torch Feat. Wale, Meek Mill, Stalley, Young Breed & Gunplay – “Slow Down”

Lloyd – “So Gone”

Jon Connor – “Best In The World”

Duran – “Venting”

Meek Mill – “Audermar”

Ryshon Jones – “Letter To Jhene Aiko”

The Kid Daytona – “Angela’s Sister”

Stalley – “God’s Child” x “Blue Sky” Freestyle

Loosies: Esperanza Spalding Is Pro-Black, Eric Benet Loves Again & New Nina Sky

Trae Tha Truth Feat. Big K.R.I.T., Jadakiss, J.Cole, Kendrick Lamar, B.o.B, Tyga, Gudda Gudda & Bun B – “I’m On 2.0″

The iPod Shuffle – Eminem’s “Stay Wide Awake”

Kingpen Slim – “Frenemies”

Mac Miller Feat. Cam’ron – “Dig That”

[Videos] Throwback Thursday Video: Three Times Dope – “Funky Dividends”

R. Kelly – “Share My Love”

The iPod Shuffle – Beanie Sigel’s “I Don’t Do Much”

Big K.R.I.T. – “Boobie Miles”

Deniro Farrar Feat. ST 2 Lettaz of G-Side – “Minivan”

Loosies: Don Trip & Wale’s Athlete Tributes, Yelawolf Says “I Do” And Common’s A “Shot Caller”

N.O.R.E. Feat. Busta Rhymes, Game & Waka Flocka Flame – “Lehhgooo”

Jackie Chain Feat. Gangsta Boo – “Don’t Violate” (Produced By DJ Burn One)