Jahah: Bare My Heart [Music Video]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVWp0ineOf0 Awesome song and video from ATL based singer Jahah declaring his affection while “baring his heart.” You can cop this single from his forthcoming album Nostalgia BLACK on iTunes. Related posts: Astonish: Shine Like Dilla [Music Video] NOVA: What Will I Do [Music Video] Max Minelli: It’s My Life [Music Video]
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Rhonda Thomas: Just Us [Music Video]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_RMWF3iQkA ATL based indie soul divas Rhonda Thomas and Avery Sunshine released a beautiful and fun video to their collab from Thomas’ second album Listen. “Just Us” is a remake of the Two Tons O’ Fun soul club classic and these ladies handled it with perfection. The video follows the friends along as they hang out and take in some dancing culture. We even get to [...]
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The Slakadeliqs: The Other Side of Tomorrow

The Slakadeliqs is the less Hip Hop alter ego of Toronto based producer/singer Slakah The Beatchild. “The Other Side Of Tomorrow” sees the producer in a much more musical environment with a heavy dose of sixties and seventies inspired string, guitar laden, and sunshine driven pop tunes. The EP is available with a pay what you wish option. Also check out [...]
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Yuna: Live Your Life

I’m really feeling this simple and danceable joint from Malaysian singer/songwriter/musician Yuna thanks impart to the string laced and beat drum production of The Neptunes. It’s taken from her forthcoming self-titled album on the FADER label. Check it out and purchase it on iTunes here. Related posts: J-Live: A Day In The Life (Diamond D / Brand [...]
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Yuna: Live Your Life

I’m really feeling this simple and danceable joint from Malaysian singer/songwriter/musician Yuna thanks impart to the string laced and beat drum production of The Neptunes. It’s taken from her forthcoming self-titled album on the FADER label. Check it out and purchase it on iTunes here. Related posts: J-Live: A Day In The Life (Diamond D / Brand [...]
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Sureshot Symphony Solution: Chair On The Ceiling (feat. Coultrain) [Music Video]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZiZt01bHk4 The Sureshot Symphony Solution is the latest project from SF based DJ Sureshot of theSharpshooters. The Good Look EP is a perfect marriage between Hip Hop and jazz with northern soul and sixties inspired pyschedelica. Guests include: Ohmega Watts, legendary The Mighty Pope, Myron & E, Moeses Soulright, and St. Louis soul prince and KN fav Coultrain. Check out the awesome [...]
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Sureshot Symphony Solution: Chair On The Ceiling (feat. Coultrain) [Music Video]

Feb 5th

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZiZt01bHk4 The Sureshot Symphony Solution is the latest project from SF based DJ Sureshot of theSharpshooters. The Good Look EP is a perfect marriage between Hip Hop and jazz with northern soul and sixties inspired pyschedelica. Guests include: Ohmega Watts, legendary The Mighty Pope, Myron & E, Moeses Soulright, and St. Louis soul prince and KN fav Coultrain. Check out the awesome [...]
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Knxwledge & Blackspade: Spand Revisted

Feb 5th

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

Check out this killer joint where St. Louis emcee/producer Black Spade spits fire over the instrumental joint “Spand” from Philly beatmaker Knxwledge taken from his Komposure EP from last year. Enjoy! Related posts: Knxwledge x the art of rəuse | KR∆PES Heaven Razah: Heavenly Cartel x Black Hamlet (prod. by Tokyo Cigar) Kenny Dope: Old Skool Hip Hop Mix
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Esperanza Spalding: Black Gold (feat. Algebra Blessett) [Short Film]

Feb 5th

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOIsiyzIPsI Grammy award winning singer/musician Esperanza Spalding released an inspiring short film to her beautiful first single ‘Black Gold“ from her highly anticipated album Radio Music Society. It’s a perfect way to kick off Black History Month so make sure to check out the short film, which follows a father as he teaches his sons lessons in pride and self-esteem as they learn about the history of [...]
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[News] Yasiin Bey Updates On Black Star & His “Top 40 Underdog” Project

Jan 31st

Posted by HipHopDX RSS Feed over at HipHopDX RSS Feed

The artist formerly known as Mos Def discusses his work with Kweli and shares the inspiration behind his "Top 40 Underdog" series.
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The Decoders: Inside My Love (feat. Sy Smith)

Jan 29th

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

The Decoders are Los Angeles based producer duo Itai Shapira and Todd Simon (who’s played trumpet and arranged for artist including Mayer Hawthorne and TV On The Radio). The duo has gotten together releasing a series of modern Jamaican Lovers Rock inspired versions of soul classics. Check out this beautiful rendition of the Minnie Riperton classic sung by the beautifully voiced, indie soul diva Sy Smith. Inside [...]
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Cecilia Stalin: Step Like A Giant (2012)

Jan 29th

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

I have been waiting for this one!!! Sweden born, London based singer Cecilia Stalin finally returns with her second full-length project. “Step Like A Giant” is the singer’s ode to John Coltrane: “Step Like A Giant” is my way of reaching out to people today that haven’t been introduced to the music of John Coltrane, who haven’t been introduced to jazz [...]
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Louie: Female Sensitivity [prod. by Robin Hanibal]

Jan 29th

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

L.A. based singer Louie is back with a second 80′s pop inspired groover produced by her better half, Robin Hanibalof Quadron and Boom Clap Bachelors. Enjoy! Female Sensitivity by Louie Related posts: Louie: Dirty Secrets (Produced by Robin Hannibal of Quadron) Robin Hannibal: Amends [Music Video] Robin Thicke + Jay-Z: Meiple
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Iman Omari: Worth It [Music Video]

Jan 29th

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQ2HtygwG48 L.A. based producer, singer Iman Omari, album Energy was on my top ten of 2011, released a video of his tune “Worth It.” The video is extremely simple and effective with just a stool, a spliff, Iman, and his lady. Check it out! Related posts: Iman Omari: Energy Danny Brown: Cyclops [Music Video] Krystal Klear and Olivier DaySoul: Never Thought You [...]
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Erik Rico: My Prayer

Jan 29th

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

L.A. based singer/producer Erik Rico released this banging soulful tune about love and inspiration. Check it out here and purchase it on iTunes. Enjoy! Related posts: Gen.Erik (of Animal Farm): Dear Portland Kissey Asplund: Cry Luck-One: Monotheism (feat Braille & Gen.Erik) [Music Video]
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Elephant & Castle: En Memoria (feat. Tune-Yards)

Jan 29th

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

Plug Research is continuing on with greatness for 2012 with this killer 60′s cinematic inspired tune from their artistElephant & Castle featuring Bay Area electro group Tune-Yards. Download it below! Related posts: Stalley: The Tune Up The Real Hidden Element: Reality TV (Tune In Vol. 7) Erk Tha Jerk: SNL (feat D. Bledsoe) [Music Video]
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Little Dragon: Ritual Union (Twilite Tone Mix)

Jan 29th

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygTHGETFxyY Legendary Chicago producer and DJ Twilite Tone put a funky electro spin on Little Dragon’s “Ritual Union.” Check it out! Related posts: VT Union: The VT Union Is Dead [Street Album] The 4word Movement Show: Union Daze Part 1 (feat Sean Price) The 4word Movement Show: Union Daze Part 2 (feat Malice & Bobby Konders)
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R.I.P. Clare Fischer

Jan 29th

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

The music industry lost another major player this weekend. Grammy award winning musician, producer, and legendary composer Clare Fischer died at the age of 83 on Friday from a heart attack. No musician has maintained a career in music as diverse as Fischer. He touched almost every genre of popular music in his fifty-year span. From his [...]
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JoiStaRR: Magic Monday [Mixtape]

Jan 29th

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

My Block Records’ newest R&B star, JoiStaRR, releases her new music project, Magic Monday to ramp up her debut album, Magic this Spring. Magic Monday mixtape includes features from PJ Morton, Paul Wall, The Game, Stacey Barthe & more. DOWNLOAD Related posts: J. Monday: The Coming Tokyo Cigar: Magic Hands [Mixtape] Thee Tom Hardy: The Hardy Boy Mystery Mixtape (Secret [...]
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Sonnymoon: 2012 EP

Jan 22nd

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

Plug Research is starting the first quarter off greatly with the release of duo Sonnymoon‘s 2012 EP, which is five tracks of their signature lush soundscapes, electro jazzy, and ethereal madness. “Look not towards the future friends, because the time is Now.” Related posts: Brand New Heavies: Dunk Your Trunk Miles Bonny & Circle Research: The [...]
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Dre King: Have Some Fun (feat. Lauren Shaifer) [Video]

Jan 22nd

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=VaqtZ6RntVs Producer and musician Dre King just keeps cranking out soulful bangers. Check out his latest jazzy nodder featuring his wife Lauren on vocals. Lord, let there be an album soon. Related posts: Contest: Submit Your Ghetto Dream Video to Common Dre King: Longing For 2morrow (feat. K’Alyn) Freestyle Friday: 50 Cent vs. Rakim
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Renee Neufville & Chris ‘Daddy’ Dave: Everything

Jan 22nd

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

Our good homies at Moovmnt uploaded this killer tune to their Soundcloud page from singer Renee Neufville (of Zhane and RH Factor) featuring the head nodding bass, fender Rhodes, and drum kick production of drummer Chris Daddy Dave (Robert Glasper Experiment) that apparently is from a recording session while working on her solo debut titled, [...]
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Jimetta Rose: Ahdikshion [Music Video]

Jan 22nd

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=arsVzriAqLc You may be familiar with the name Jimetta Rose from her collabs and contributions to the albums of Sa-Ra, Shafiq Husayn, Georgia Anne Muldrow, J1 (R.I.P.), and most recently Proh Mic. Or perhaps you heard her stellar debut album from 2009. Now the L.A. based singer is gearing up for the release of her second [...]
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Columbia Nights: Stormy Weather

Jan 22nd

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

Record Breakin’ Records is ringing in 2012 with a new addition to their label. DC based group Columbia Nights‘ whose sound is drawn from soul, Hip Hop, R&B, electronica, and jazz to create a perfect balance between analog and digital. Check out their beautiful warm rendition of Little Dragon‘s “Stormy Weather” and look for their [...]
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Lolah Brown: Here I Am

Jan 22nd

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

Check out this head-nodding track from a Cleveland based singer making raves on the soul circuit. Lolah Brown tours singing background for artists including John Legend, while hard at work on her solo debut. For more hot downloads from her, visit her website. Related posts: Magestik Legend: Carbon [prod by Astronote] Kev Brown: Classic Joints Apollo Brown: Hungry (feat [...]
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R.I.P. Etta James (January 25, 1938 – January 20, 2012)

Jan 22nd

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

Legendary Rhythm & Blues singer Etta James passed away the other day just shy of her 74th birthday of complications from leukemia. Probably best know for her hit song “At Last”, Etta James’ music  has been heavily sampled in hip hop by artists such as Kanye West, Nas, and most recently Flo’Rida. The music of Etta [...]
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President Obama: Let’s Stay Together (Mixed with Music)

Jan 22nd

Posted by Kevin over at KevinNottingham.com

President Obama has proven time and time again that he is the baddest MF to have ever been in office. This past week, he stepped it up just a couple of notches by singing a few bars of Al Green’s hit “Let’s Stay Together”. Alan Colmes Radio took that acapella and put it to the [...]
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Timotha Lanae: Talkin to Myself [Music Video]

Jan 15th

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFqGmYIH4Ec Check out this visually stunning video from Minneapolis based singer Timotha Lanae. Some of the video features scenes from her upcoming original musical, REDdington. “Talkin To Myself” is the second single from her upcoming album, RED. Purchase it on iTunes. Related posts: NOVA: What Will I Do [Music Video] Progress Report: Wake Up (Music Video) Trinity (A.G, Sadat X & DJ Jab): [...]
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Krystal Klear and Olivier DaySoul: Never Thought You Would Go [Music Video]

Jan 15th

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOGiH5_n72A Irish beatmaker Krystal Klear teamed up with DMV native singer Olivier DaySoul to produce this killer mellow electrosoul tune. The official is a beautifully shot but simple video with Olivier alone in disbelief that it’s over. The digital single will be released sometime this month on the consistent Eglo Records. Related posts: Contest: Submit Your Ghetto Dream [...]
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Full Crate: Without My Heart (feat. David Simmons)

Jan 15th

Posted by Duane Powell over at KevinNottingham.com

Dutch producer Full Crate just keeps coming with the heaters. Recently, he released a free download through okayplayer of a wicked jazzy soul turned electro tune featuring singer David Simmons. Check it out and download! Full Crate ft. David Simmons – Without My Heart (Okayplayer Exclusive) by FullCrate Related posts: Contest: Submit Your Ghetto Dream [...]
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