Dubcnn was a special guest at the a recent benefit for DJ Hideo at Club Highlands in Hollywood. We were able to speak to Jay Rock and DJ Warrior about their upcoming projects. For those that don't know DJ Hideo a respected West Coast and LA radio DJ has for the past year been battling cancer. A foundation has been set up to help him and his family pay for the costs of his treatment. You can learn more at www.djhideo.com.
Dubcnn Event Coverage: DJ Hideo Benefit with Jay Rock and DJ Warrior
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Wingo (Of Jagged Edge) - "Bust It Down" Feat Gucci Mane - By : Mil - November 5, 2009
Having reached unparalleled levels of success as part of the multi platinum selling and world famous group Jagged Edge, one quarter of the group, Wingo kicks off his solo career with a hot new single called "Bust It Down".
Featured alongside him on the radio friendly single is an artist with a nationwide buzz that most artists can only dream about, Gucci Mane. We have the radio edit version of the song available today for download. Released through 9th Inning/Hoopla Media/Universal, "Bust It Down" explicit and clean versions are currently available through all digital outlets as well as in ringtone format.
Wingo (Of Jagged Edge) - Bust It Down (Featuring Gucci Mane)
Remember to support Wingo and cop that single!Discuss This Topic
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Event Coverage: Napsac Talks RBX & New Death Row - By : Jose - November 4, 2009
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Dubcnn was a special guest at the recent 40th Birthday of Napsac Entertainment president Eddie Napper. We got the chance to discuss with him future plans for his client RBX and working with the new Death Row Records.
"The Narrator" is currently in the studio wrapping up work on his forthcoming album. We also have two new tracks off "X2: The Digital Kush" for you to enjoy and download: West Side Story (feat. Sick Jacken) and OG Daddy V's Datz Who. Make sure you watch our video coverage/interview with Napsac.
Interview/Coverage Napsac Talks New Death Row and RBX
RBX - West Side Story (Featuring Sick Jacken)
OG Daddy V - Datz Who
Also make sure you check the video interview we did with him awhile ago. In it X talks about his views on the state of the game and the different path his career has taken him.
Dubcnn Exclusive interview with legendary West Coast veteran RBX "The Narrator"
Grab a copy of RBX's mixtape "X2 The Digital Kush", and stay tuned to Dubcnn for more updates regarding his full length project. Shouts out to Eddie & Joaquin at Napsac Entertainment and Apparel. Be sure to also check out our behind the scenes footage courtesy of Napsac at the Streetlow Magazine 2009 Car Show in Anaheim.
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Exclusive Kay L Interview + Audio - By : Chad - November 4, 2009
St. Louis’ own Keith “Kay L” Leonard is an electrifying talent who is certain to be the next megastar to rise up from the Midwest. His hit song Go To Work exposed his talents on Power 106 in Los Angeles, 100.3 The Beat & Hot 104.1 in St. Louis, Power 92.3 in Chicago, and various satellite radio stations. This mega-hit was also featured on the Fox Television show So You Think You Can Dance.
Aside from radio exposure, he has been involved with numerous mixtapes, which exposed his music to other markets. The phenomenon known as Kay L is sure to blast off with the emergence of his newest mixtape, Black Rose, which was released by DJ Ill Will and DJ Rock Star of West Coast Grind Radio.
Dubcnn had the opportunity to speak with Kay L recently. In this exclusive interview with the St. Louis phenom we talk about his appreciation of the west coast, working with west coast legend DJ Quik, what his plans are for the future, and so much more!
Exclusive Kay L Interview
In addition to this exclusive interview, Kay L blessed Dubcnn with some “Cali Love”, by sharing this ode to the west coast. Peep it out below:
Kay L - Cali Love (prod. by King Dave)
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more from Kay L!
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Balance & Big Rich Feat. Yukmouth "Why U Mad At Me" - By : Mil - November 4, 2009
After numerous delays in releasing their collaboration album, Balance & Big Rich are now ready to release "Good A$ Money", November 10th.
We have a new leak from it below which features Yukmouth, the song is called "Why U Mad At Me" and it is a banger. Check it out below!
Balance & Big Rich - Why U Mad At Me (Featuring Yukmouth)
In related news Yukmouth recently released the music video for "Da Town Remix" which features Richie Rich, Beeda Weeda, Ager Man, Kafani, Shady Nate, Lee Majors, G-Stack & London. Its produced by Scorp Dezel and is the first single from "Free At Last".
Yukmouth - Da Town Remix (Video)Discuss This Topic
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Big Fase 100 Releases Single From Upcoming Mixtape - By : Mil - November 4, 2009
The name Big Fase 100 is notorious in west coast hip hop music. He's been back as a recording artist for a while now and gearing up to release his mixtape "Goin' Green - Money Motivated Music" along with September 7th.
We have the debut single off the upcoming mixtape today, its called "Cannon" and features Brazil Street Records artist Greedy Da 554 Boy. The song is produced by Bellyflop who was featured on Dubcnn earlier this year with his beat tape. Check out the single below.
Big Fase 100 - Cannon (Featuring Greedy Da 554 Boy)
Check back with us for more news and music from Big Fase 100!Discuss This Topic
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Horse Shoe G.A.N.G - Gangsta MC Now On Itunes/Amazon - By : Mil - November 4, 2009
As reported throughout the last few months, yesterday officially saw the release of the Horse Shoe G.A.N.G debut album Gangsta MC.
There are two leaks from the album available. The first is called "Pimp Sh-t" gives us a view of their song making talent and the second track "You Dont Wanna F-ck With Me" which features Crooked I and showcases their lyrical ability. Both songs are produced by Pistol.
Horse Shoe G.A.N.G - Pimp Shit
Horse Shoe G.A.N.G - You Dont Wanna F-ck With Me (Featuring Crooked I)
Gangsta MC is available from Itunes or Amazon now!Discuss This Topic
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New All Nightaz Music From "Kill The Middleman Vol 3" - By : Mil - November 4, 2009
Earlier this year we introduced you to the group All Nightaz, consisting of four members: Absoloot (Adrian Coleman), D-Rado (Terrell Turner), Showdown (Curtis Jelks), and Daytone (Micheal Gaskin) as producer.
This month they will be releasing a mixtape titled Kill The Middleman Vol 3 and it will be hosted by September 7th. We have two tracks from the mixtape for you to preview, they are available to download by clicking the links below.
All Nightaz - We Invincible (Featuring Big Sloan)
All Nightaz - West Reppin (Featuring Madd 4)
Check out the groups Myspace, Official Website & also Ace Club Clothing.Discuss This Topic
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Dubcnn Double Feature: Airamis & Ajami - By : Jonathan - November 3, 2009
In many people’s opinions, music today is dominated with albums that are filled with too many producers, and sometimes the result is a cluttered mess with a lack of sound continuity. Nowadays, in this singles-driven music market, producers are a name brand and are used as a marketing tool if they produce an artist’s song. Granted, that might work for the short-term instant success, but overall, the “sound” of the artist is compromised. On the other hand, the sonic personality of a one-producer album tends to develop and evoke longevity.
Meet Swedish producer, Ajami, who has been working on a project on the West Coast, in Las Vegas to be exact, with Sin City’s very own, Airamis. Ajami and Airamis are label mates from Maynea Records out of Sweden, who’ve been buzzing and collectively they have both the ear and eye of the industry internationally.
In this special Dubcnn Artist and Producer feature, we have the spotlight on both Ajami and Airamis, who give us two very in-depth and informative interviews.
Dubcnn Exclusive Airamis Interview | Dubcnn Exclusive Ajami Interview
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Exclusive: John Payne Talks To Dubcnn! - By : Chad - November 2, 2009
Dubcnn connects with WIDEawake/Death Row Records for another exclusive interview, this time with Senior VP John Payne. Chad Kiser & Jonathan Hay recently caught up with John in the wake of the latest releases from Death Row Records, The Chornic Re-Lit and Snoop Doggy Dogg – The Death Row Lost Sessions Vol. I.
In this in-depth interview, we find out the probability of seeing the release of solo material of Sam Sneed, Lady of Rage, and CPO (to name a few), we solve the mystery of the “Death Row .pdf file”, and we even discuss his relationship to the original Death Row label, when it was started as Future Shock.
In true Dubcnn style, we ask the questions no one else does, and we get John to respond to the inquiries about the “mixing” of the current releases the label has put out, he goes a little more in-depth about why we haven’t and may not hear Dr. Dre vocals, and his reasons for why the Death Row catalog doesn’t get the same media attention as other historical, legendary and classical catalogs.
You definitely don’t want to miss out on this exclusive interview!
Exclusive John Payne Interview
As always, drop your feedback and comments on the forum. Stay tuned to dubcnn for more from WIDEawake/Death Row Records!
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Kali Signs With Universal & Prepares Debut Album - By : LilJay - November 2, 2009
Just a couple of days ago, West Coast rapper Kali signed a six figure deal with Universal. The younger brother of R&B singer Danny Boy has already worked with artists such as Kurupt, Petey Pablo, Eastwood, Roscoe and others in the past. Under Jazzy Management, Kali is set to release his debut in January through 2active/Universal.
We have two tracks two preview from his upcoming project: First off we have the nice & smooth "Way Out" which has that West Coast signature sound, followed by a track called "Talk 2 Much".
Follow the links below and be on the look out for more music from Kali here on Dubcnn soon.
Kali - Way Out
Kali - Talk 2 Much Discuss This Topic
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Warren G & Friends On The "G-Files" Tour - By : LilJay - November 2, 2009
Catch Warren G in a city near you as he is currently touring the country in support of his "The G-Files" album. Warren is joined by the Watts Riot Bad Lucc and Blac Nic as well as Inglewood's shooting stars U-N-I. Tour dates are posted below. "The G-Files" is in stores now!
In related news, Warren G is scheduled to release a new EP next year which will be executive produced by Snoop Dogg and Warren himself. You can also expect a special guest appearance from Dr. Dre.
11/03/2009 Charleston SC Music Farm
11/04/2009 Asheville NC The Orange Peel
11/05/2009 Charlotte NC Amos'
11/06/2009 Brooklyn NY The Music Hall of Williamsburg
11/07/2009 Harper’s Ferry Allston, Massachusetts
11/10/2009 New York NY The Bowery Ballroom
11/12/2009 Indianapolis IN The Vogue
11/13/2009 Chicago IL The Metro - Chicago
11/14/2009 Madison WI Majestic Theatre
11/16/2009 Council Bluffs IA Whiskey Road House
11/18/2009 Boulder CO Fox Theatre
11/19/2009 Ft. Collins CO Aggie Theatre
11/20/2009 Belly Up Aspen, Colorado
11/22/2009 Neumo’s Seattle, Washington
11/23/2009 The Roseland Theatre Portland, Oregon
11/24/2009 The Independent San Francisco, CA
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Lefty & DJ Concept: Gangland Vol. 4 (Mixtape) - By : LilJay - November 2, 2009
The Bay Area's own Lefty a.k.a. the L.E.F.T. of The Bash Bros. returns with the New York native DJ Concept to deliver the 4th addition to the "Gangland" street album series. After setting a buzz with Gangland Vol. 3, the two brethren went back to work to bring the American Nightmare to light. Deep, dark & edgy. This piece here is available for free download. Plus, it comes with features from Scarub of Living Legends, Verbal Kent, Very, Tab One of Kooley High and others.
Hit the download link below:
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Semi-Automatic Drops "Gladiator Dayz" EP - By : LilJay - November 2, 2009
Denver, CO underground rap artist Semi-Auto aka Semi-Automatic is back with his new EP called "Gladiator Dayz". This is Semi-Auto's 2nd studio album since his debut album "The Weapon" in 2007 which was presented by Legendary Sacramento, CA underground rapper X-Raided. This EP is a more grittier album from Semi-Auto for the fans of the more hardcore. Here is the title track off the project, "Gladiator Dayz".
Semi-Auto - Gladiator DayzDiscuss This Topic
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Kida Recruits Allstar Line-Up For Holla Remix (Audio) - By : LilJay - November 2, 2009
Inglewood rapper Kida has just dropped one of this year's biggest remixes for his song "Holla". The remix features all new verses from Busta Rhymes, Little Brother, Kurupt, Crooked I, Talib Kweli, Jay Rock, Willie B and production by Seige.
Some heavy spitting going on here...
Kida - Holla! (Remix) Feat. Busta Rhymes, Little Brother, Kurupt, Crooked I, Talib Kweli, Jay Rock, Willie B
The song is taken off Kida's street album "The Endemic" presented by DJ Skee, due out later this month through Focus's a.Fam Entertainment.Discuss This Topic
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Bishop Lamont & Indef Are "Team America" (Audio) - By : LilJay - November 1, 2009
Bishop Lamont and Indef have dropped the title track off their upcoming street album "Team America: Fuck Yeah" presented by DJ Skee. They go in over a nasty beat provided by Dready Beats.
Bishop Lamont & Indef - Team America: Fuck Yeah
The full project will drop November 20th for free download. Discuss This Topic
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Get Busy Committee - My Little Razorblade (Video) - By : Jose - November 1, 2009
Dubcnn is proud to introduce you to the Get Busy Committee , which consists of underground mainstay Apathy, Ryu and West Coast producer Scoop DeVille.
Get Busy Committee is bringing an underground West Coast sound with their music and have given us their latest video for their track "My Little Razorblade" off their debut album "Uzi Does It".
Get Busy Commitee - My Little Razorblade (Video)
Make sure you check out the Get Busy Committee and stay tuned to Dubcnn to get the latest news and tracks from the group.Discuss This Topic
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Young Giantz - Weeest (Video) - By : Jose - November 1, 2009
West Coast duo the Young Giantz have given us a new visual while they prepare for the release of their "G'Qcality" mixtape, being hosted by DJ Battlecat.
The Giantz' consist of brothers Bigg Joe West and Deuce Mac who are the two sons of Playa Hamm of the Ruthless Records act The Penthouse Players Clique.
Young Giantz - Weeest (Video)
Make sure you grab a copy of their mixtape once it is released and keep checking out for these two promising young MCs.Discuss This Topic
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New Music From Game's "The R.E.D. Album" - By : LilJay - October 30, 2009
As we exclusively reported a few days ago, Game is set to release both his street and mainstream single this week. The street track is called "Crazy" and features Gucci Mane and Timbaland with production by Timbaland. The second track is not as reported the Pharrell produced "L.A. Girl" with Chris Brown, but "Big Money" produced by Cool & Dre.
The records have just leaked simultaneously and Dubcnn has the audio for you below.
Game - Crazy Feat. Gucci Mane and Timbaland (Prod. by Timbaland)
Game - Big Money (Prod. by Cool & Dre)
Game's "The R.E.D. Album" will hit stores December 8th. Discuss This Topic
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Chief Links Up With Blu & Sene For "True Love" - By : LilJay - October 28, 2009
I understand this song has been around for a minute, read on if you missed this the first time around... The upcoming LP "Collabo Collection" by Swiss producer Chief is dropping on November 3rd. Here is the joint from the project called "True Love" featuring Blu and Sene on the verses.
Shouts to Jonathan Kim!
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Young Jeezy Introduces 211 & Live Performance In ATL - By : Mil - October 28, 2009
We've been sent some new 211 video footage of him performing "CTE 4 Life" in Atlanta during the 2009 BET Hip Hop Awards weekend. Before the performance, Young Jeezy introduces him as his "right hand man" and lets the world know that his debut album is coming!
We've also been informed 211 has been in ATL for the past 8 weeks spending day and night in the studio working on his upcoming album, the USDA album and Young Jeezy's new album. Check out the video footage below.
CTE Presents - Young Jeezy Introducing 211/CTE 4 Life (Live In ATL)
CTE Presents - Young Jeezy, 211, Jw & Boo Rossini (USDA) - Biggest Movie Ever (Live)
Check back with us for more news on 211.Discuss This Topic
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Stage Hosts "More Than Musik" Compilation - By : LilJay - October 28, 2009
Blu Division's Stage has been hard at work trying to make his mark on the West Coast, most recently with his strong single "All Night Flight" featuring Conflict and Sel Davis, taken from his upcoming EP "The Preview". The video has been shot a few months ago and it will be serviced to all major video outlets.
In the meantime, the Inland Empire rapper is hosting a new compilation called "More Than Musik" in conjunction with DJ Raze One and DJ Clean. This here is the lead single off the project and it's called "My Life". Again he reached out to fellow Blu Division emcee Conflict. "More Than Musik" features 7 all new songs from Stage, as well as other tracks by Jay Rock, Nipsey Hussle, Glasses Malone, K-Boy, and many more.
Folow the link to download "My Life" (no tags):
Stage and Conflict - My Life Discuss This Topic
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Chace Infinite - I Would Have Killed This (Mixtape) - By : LilJay - October 28, 2009
Most Self Scientific fans know that a number of the songs that DJ Khalil does with other artists were originally songs or ideas intended for Self Scientific. Cashmere Agency and Prohibit NYC Present...I Would Have Killed This is a full mixtape by Self Scientific's frontman Chace Infinite and finds him going in over some of the more well-known beats that his partner, DJ Khalil, produced for other artists. The first joint leaked was over the popular "Kinda Like A Big Deal" track that featured The Clipse and Kanye West. Next, Chace attacked "I Still Kill", the beat Khalil produced for 50 Cent and Akon. In classic Self Scientific fashion, Chace changes the subject matter to instead discuss life and his attempts to understand his own journey.
Be sure to download the entire mixtape below (via 2DBz) to hear the Chace Infinite put his own spin on 10 Khalil beats that were snatched up by other artists. The mixtape also contains a bonus of three original Self Scientific songs. Be on the look out for Volume 2!
Chace Infinite - I Would Have Killed This (Mixtape)Discuss This Topic
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Fashawn & Mistah F.A.B. Join The Grouch On Tour - By : LilJay - October 27, 2009
Living Legends member The Grouch will be joined by Fashawn and Mistah F.A.B. for his annual "How the Grouch Stole Christmas Tour" this coming December. Fashawn, who released his phenomenal debut album "Boy Meets World" a week ago, will kick in the door with the opening duties alongside producer Exile. The Grouch Blog has all the dates for the tour.
Fashawn is currently on the road with Ghostface Killah and The Wizards of Poetry Tour. For some visuals, check out Fashawn's "On the Road Video Blog" here on Dubcnn. If you haven't got your copy of "Boy Meets World" yet, make sure you do the job and pick it up. Fashawn really brings some fresh yet traditional Hip-Hop to the table.
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News & Music From The Strong Arm Steady Gang - By : LilJay - October 27, 2009
Strong Arm Steady, who finished their tour with Souls of Mischief the other day, released their official single from their upcoming "Stoney Jackson" project with Madlib. The track we're talking about is called "Get Started" and features Talib Kweli on the opening verse. Madlib added his magic on the beat as he did on the rest of the project.
Strong Arm Steady - Get Started Feat. Talib Kweli (Prod. by Madlib)
I've had the chance to hear both the "Stoney Jackson" album as well as the longawaited "Arms & Hammers" album a while ago, and it's probably some of the best sounding music I've heard all year. From the backpackers to the gangsters, they got it all covered on both projects. On top of that, they also have a song with R. Kelly ready to come out inbetween. And believe me when I say that you haven't heard Kells get so gangsta since '93! They definitely got a hit under their sleeves....Discuss This Topic
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New Music From Bishop Lamont Ft. Ya Boy & Jah Free - By : LilJay - October 27, 2009
A new song by Bishop Lamont surfaced the other day featuring Hoo-Bangin's latest signee Ya Boy and R&B singer Jah Free on the hook. This club track is called "Young And Reckless" and it was produced by Drama Beats, who's also responsible for Bishop's "Ain't No Other Nigga".
Bishop Lamont - Young And Reckless Feat. Ya Boy & Jah Free
Bishop Lamont and Indef's longawaited collabo project "Team America: Fuck Yeah!" is dropping this Saturday. Check back with Dubcnn for the goods!Discuss This Topic
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Get Busy Committee Drop "Uzi Does It" Album - By : LilJay - October 27, 2009
The Get Busy Committee features names you may have heard before: Ryu (Styles of Beyond), Apathy (Demigodz, Army of the Pharaohs) and the man behind the beats Scoop Deville, known for his production recently with Snoop Dogg, Game, Murs and many others. The trio has just released their album "Uzi Does It" worldwide through their own Tokyo Sex Whale Records imprint. It's hard to compare this to anything, as it's unlike any Hip-Hop album that's out at the moment. There is no forced song structure, just some dope raps.
Hit up www.getbusycommittee.com and support these guys. Discuss This Topic
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Snoop Dogg Behind The Scenes & Crooked I Segment - By : LilJay - October 27, 2009
Snoop Dogg recruited Nipsey Hussle and Problem to shoot a video for "Upside Down", a song featured on his 10th studio album "Malice In Wonderland". Get Noticed Media provides some Behind the Scenes footage from the video shoot. "Malice In Wonderland" will be in stores December 8.
Follow the link to check out the video footage.
Snoop Dogg feat. Nipsey Hussle & Problem - Upside Down (Behind The Scenes)
In related news, Snoop Dogg recently sat down with Rasha Entertainment and opened up about his relationship with Crooked I. He admitted he was hating on Crooked I for no reason over all these years. As we know, the reconciliation led to their new collaboration "Guess Who's Back" off Crooked I's upcoming EP "Mr. Pigface Weapon Waist". Check out the footage for the insight:
Snoop Dogg Admits To Hating on Crooked IDiscuss This Topic
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New Horse Shoe G.A.N.G Music & Videos - By : Mil - October 27, 2009
With November 3rd approaching, were almost at the release of the Horse Shoe G.A.N.G debut album "Gangsta Mc". When that date comes, support lyricism and cop that album!
We've got some new Horse Shoe G.A.N.G media to share to show you just why they are one of the coldest rap groups out right now, who can go bar for bar with them? The first is a freestyle track over the Dre/Ice Cube classic "Natural Born Killaz". The second is a freestyle track titled "Gangsta MC"
Horse Shoe G.A.N.G - Natural Born Killers
Horse Shoe G.A.N.G - Gangsta MC
We also have two videos to share. One is a viral video to the Run This Town freestyle track they released back in August as part of the Horse Shoe Weekly. The second is an acapella cypher filmed in the studio. Check them out below.
Horse Shoe G.A.N.G - Run This Town
Horse Shoe G.A.N.G - November 3
Dont forget Gangsta MC drops November 3rd!Discuss This Topic
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Glasses Malone - Nightmare On Seven Street (D/L) - By : LilJay - October 27, 2009
After posting up a few separate leaks from Glasses Malone's "Nightmare On Seven Street" project the past few weeks, we're happy to bring you the street album in its full length today. Glasses cooked up 11 tracks to thank his fans and makes them available for free download. Can't be mad at that! Look out for appearances by Xzibit, Snoop Dogg, Jay Rock, Bow Wow, Butch Cassidy and YG.
Hit the link under the tracklist to get your pre-Halloween fix!
01. N.S.S. Intro
02. On Me feat. Butch Cassidy
03. Still With The Bullshit
04. Karma Is A
05. Homie
06. Brown Lil Squares feat. Bow Wow
07. Loaded feat. YG Soprano
08. Kidnappin Hip Hop
09. Before It All Ends feat. Snoop Dogg, Jay Rock and Sel Davis
10. Skit
11. Till Death Do Us Part feat. Xzibit
Glasses Malone - Nightmare On Seven Street (Free Download)
"Beach Cruiser" in stores November 23rd!Discuss This Topic
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