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May 2007
 Watts' Finest Jay Rock Wants To "Lift You Up" [Video] - May 30, 2007 By : Nima
 It's finally here! Jay Rock's buzz has been growing tremendously, and so has the anticipation for the video to his single "Lift Me Up", which has been getting a lot of airplay lately. You can watch the video on YouTube below:
Jay Rock - Lift Me Up (YouTube)
Jay Rock's debut solo album "Follow Me Home" is dropping July 10th on Warner Bros/Top Dawg Productions. If you've been sleeping on Jay Rock so far, wake up and get hip to the Nickerson Garden Projects representer, who's grinded his way up to being one of the most anticipated artists coming out.
You can check him out on MySpace by clicking here.Discuss This Topic
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Crooked I "Hip-Hop Weekly" Old School Edition [Audio] - May 30, 2007 By : Nima
 As promised last week, Crooked I takes it to the old school with this week's edition of his "Hip-Hop Weekly" series! After ripping up the newest mainstream beats for the last 8 weeks, he grabbed Dr. Dre's "Deep Cover" beat from 1992 for volume 9.
I'm not gonna waste any more time talking about the song, just download it below:
Crooked I - Deep Cover (Freestyle)
Enjoy the track and leave your feedback on our forums, Crooked reads everything!Discuss This Topic
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Boost Mobile Rock Corps Update & Contest! - May 30, 2007 By : JustinL
 Boost Mobile Rock Corps (BMRC), the national youth volunteerism movement that has motivated more than 19,000 young people to get involved and help their communities, today announced that recording artists Busta Rhymes, Young Jeezy, Rick Ross, Eve, Rich Boy, Lil Wayne and host Nick Cannon are to perform at this year’s concert series with the second-annual BMRC concert in Atlanta.
The concert will reward 3,000 hard-working local youth who have volunteered four hours of community service through BMRC to earn tickets to the event.
RockCorps, an organization harnessing the power of music to inspire volunteerism, and Boost Mobile, a wireless telecommunications brand dedicated to boosting the lives of today’s youth, continue their highly successful partnership for the third year in a row. BMRC exposes young people to simple and fun ways they can proactively contribute to their neighborhoods and positively transform society. Combining the power of music, community and volunteerism, Boost Mobile RockCorps will offer entrance to the year’s most popular concerts for which the only way in is to earn tickets by contributing four hours of volunteer service. BMRC concerts will be concluding in New York City on October 6.
Busta Rhymes, Young Jeezy, Rick Ross, Eve, Rich Boy, Lil Wayne, and host Nick Cannon will also be performing at the Boost Mobile Rock Corps Concert on Saturday June 9, at Atlanta's Fox Theatre. Show begins at 8PM.
Fox Theatre: 660 Peachtree Street NE, @ Ponce de Leon NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30308
Media Check In will be at the Stage Door Entrance on Ponce de Leon NE Between Peachtree Street NE and W. Peachtree St NW
To become involved in Boost Mobile RockCorps please call 888-ROCK-889 or log onto www.boostmobilerockcorps.com
Dubcnn and Boost Mobile Rock Corps have also teamed up to give away a limited number of BMRC prize packs which include: "Got 2 Give 2 Get" T-shirt, Poster autographed by Rick Ross, Young Jeezy - The Inspiration CD, USDA - "White Girl" CD single, Cornerstone Mixtape, Suite 903 | DJ Moni, USDA Bandana & Boost Mobile Rockcorps cinch bag.(BMRC Prize Pack)
Please click here to access the Boost Mobile Rock Corps contest page.Discuss This Topic
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Supa Nova Slom F/ The Game & Jadakiss - G's Up Salute - May 29, 2007 By : JustinL
 RA RA NTRtainment is pleased to introduce Supa Nova Slom. Supa Nova is a hip hop artist with a movement: Unify the Hood, Heal the Hood —the title of his forthcoming debut release. The first single off the album is "G's Up Salute" featuring The Game and Jadakiss.
Coming fresh out of Brooklyn, Supa Nova's album has already started to gain traction, as has his call for social healing: after spending his teenage years running with gangs, Supa Nova had a wake-up call.
Before long, he found a better way of life and started taking it to the streets. His DVD/CD combo release, Holistic Wellness for A Hip Hop Generation has sold over 100,000 copies and continues to fly off the shelves. BET.com has noted it as "a documentary that is going to teach self-improvement to the hip hop generation."
Supa Nova has already proven that he has the mind of a CEO and the heart of a healer. With his debut album, he's bringing his skills as an MC front and center. Unify the Hood, Heal the Hood showcases a cast of hip hop's elite—on top of Jadakiss and The Game, Supa Nova is joining forces with Ice-T, Dead Prez, Erykah Badu, and others.
"You know what time it is, " Unify the Hood, Heal the Hood" is how it's going down…Real talk...I Love It." – JADAKISS
"I'm ridin' or dyin' with my homie, Supa Nova..."Unify the Hood, Heal the Hood "— that's what you should be doing!" – ICE-T
Supa Nova Slom F/ Jadakiss & The Game - G's Up Salute :
WMA streams:
G's Up Salute (Main)
G's Up Salute (Clean)
G's Up Salute (Instrumental)
G's Up Salute (Acapella)
MP3 stream:
G's Up SaluteDiscuss This Topic
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Exclusive Interview With DJ Pizo (Dangerous Crew) - May 29, 2007 By : Rud
 The Dangerous Crew Movement is still in full effect and by all accounts, only growing. The response to all our Dangerous Crew features continues to surpass all expectations and the unprecendeted interest has only fueled the desire to keep moving forward with the interviews.
Features with Shorty B (Part 1 & Part 2), Pee Wee, Sean G and more recently Krushadelic have seen masses of Dangerous Crew fans re-emerge as well as many readers and members of our community take the time to learn about the Dangerous Crew when before they were unaware.
With this in mind we recently took the opportunity to hook up with "The Beat Fixer," DJ Pizo. In Part 1 of this World Exclusive we sit down with DJ Pizo and talk about being one of the first DJ’s on the west coast, find out how he hooked up with Too $hort, get the lowdown on how the Dangerous Crew was formed, find out his involvement on a host of releases and even learn how he got down with Tony Toni Tone.
Exclusive Interview With DJ Pizo (May 2007)
Enjoy this latest feature and stay tuned for Part 2. In the meantime please show your support by dropping in at our forum to relay your feedback to the community.Discuss This Topic
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Exclusive Video Interview With Ca$his - May 28, 2007 By : Eddie Gurrola
 Everyone at Dubcnn is hoping that you're having a great Memorial Day, and we're looking to make that long weekend better by hitting you with another exclusive video interview.
Dubcnn recently sat down with hot young star Ca$his for an new video interview. In this exclusive feature, we cover the making of his "County Hound" EP, which is in stores now, as well as the recording process for his upcoming solo album. Ca$his also speaks about his role in the New West movement, his relationship with Eminem, and he even gives us few words about the highly anticipated "Detox" release from Dr. Dre.
We'd like to give a big shout out to Ca$his himself, who is a regular reader of Dubcnn. Make sure you go out and pick up "The County Hound" EP, which is in stores now!
Exclusive Video Interview With Ca$his (May 2007)Discuss This Topic
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Young De (Tangled Thoughts) & B-Real Are "Audio Hustlers" - May 27, 2007 By : Nima
 To end of the week accordingly, we've got a banging new exclusive for ya'll today! Kurupt's Philly group Tangled Thoughts have been making a lot of noize with their album "Philly 2 Cali" which just dropped this week. With the new album out there, the Thoughts are loosing no time, they are already back in the studio banging out music.
We have a new track by Young De of the Tangled Thoughts, featuring B-Real of Cypress Hill. B-Real also hooked up the beat, and blessed De with a great verse. You can download the song below:
Young De - Audio Hustler (ft. B-Real) (Prod. by B-Real)
Enjoy the track, and make sure to cop the album "Philly 2 Cali" in stores now, you can read a review of the album in the update below this one. You can check out the Tangled Thoughts on MySpace by clicking here.
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Tangled Thoughts - "Philly 2 Cali" (Album Review) - May 27, 2007 By : Conan Milne
 We've recently provided a few news updates on the latest music from rising PA trio Tangled Thoughts. The group, under the guidance of their DPG mentor Kurupt, have recently completed their new album "Philly 2 Cali."
The album, in stores now, is the latest to be given the DubCNN review treatment. New contributor Lord Funk delved into the record and decided whether the young trio have produced an indispensable release.
"Philly 2 Cali" receives the Dub Quotable: "The DPG affiliation will no doubt attract many West Coast heads, but Tek, Cas and De show enough skills here to shine in their own right." Read the full review and find out how many Dubs the group were awarded by clicking below.
Tangled Thoughts - "Philly 2 Cali" (Review)
For more recent reviews of projects from 40 Glocc, Timbaland, Evidence, Redman, Damizza & Butch Cassidy, Bishop Lamont and Devin The Dude take some time to check out and then bookmark our Review Section.Discuss This Topic
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XL Middleton & Crooked I Are "Major" - May 26, 2007 By : Rud
 Early this month saw the first dubcnn update on the latest solo offering from XL Middleton. The ever present, material releasing, fan favourite; has been hard at work in the studio finishing his latest solo album "Barliament Drunkadelic" that is now due for release on September 25, 2007.
In that update [see; XL Middleton Readies "Barliament Drunkadelic"] we released the single from the album entitled "I Don't Like You" featuring Bo$$ in which they tackle the lack of direction in Hip-Hop at present.
Today we are back with a track that sees a collaboration many have wanted for some time. XL Middleton recently recruited fellow fan favourite Crooked I for his album and they recorded a cut called "Major" also featuring Black. This is a record sure to have fans of both these artists clamouring, download and take a listen below.
XL Middleton - Major (Feat. Crooked I & Black)
Enjoy the music and make sure you head over to the Dubcnn Community to drop feedback on the release as well as speaking to XL Middleton himself. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on "Barliament Drunkadelic" that is set to feature artists including Crooked I, Dr. Stank, Bo-Rocc, Clinton Wayne, Sly Boogyand Shade Sheist.Discuss This Topic
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Mike Jones "My 6-4" Internet Video Version With Money $tack$ - May 26, 2007 By : Rud
 Mike Jones is back on July 10th with his latest album "American Dream." Earlier this week we put up the video to his current single from that album, "My 6-4", which features an Eazy-E voice sample from "Boyz-N-Tha-Hood."
The track features Bun B and Snoop Dogg as well as the son of Eazy-E, Lil Eazy-E lip-synching his fathers voice. The video can be downloaded once again below.
Mike Jones - My 6-4 (Feat. Bun B & Snoop Dogg) (8MB, Windows Media)
Today we are back with another version of the video that was recently released via Mike Jones' YouTube channel. The video this time also includes Money $tack$ (played by comedian Alex Thomas) as well as behind the scenes shots from the production of the video.
Mike Jones - My 6-4 (Feat. Money $tack$, Bun B & Snoop Dogg) (YouTube)
When asked about the recent single Mike Jones said; "When I asked my label who bought my album the most, they said Cali. So I had to make my new single a dedication, to show some love." Don't forget Mike Jones' "American Dream" hits stores July 10.Discuss This Topic
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Kurupt & J. Wells - "Digital Smoke" Commercial - May 25, 2007 By : JustinL
 Kurupt & J. Wells just released a new commercial for their upcoming album "Digital Smoke" which is being released on June 5th though Bonzi/Fontana.
Please make sure to check back with Dubcnn as we release exclusive behind the scenes footage from the "All We Smoke" music video as well as footage from a Rime magazine shoot with Estevan Oriole and Kurupt & J.Wells.
Kurupt & J. Wells - "Digital Smoke" Commercial (YouTube)Discuss This Topic
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50 Cent's "Curtis" Pushed Back To September - May 25, 2007 By : Eddie Gurrola
 Interscope Records has just informed us that 50 Cent's highly anticipated "Curtis" album, originally schedueld for a June 26th release, has been pushed back to September 4th. 50 Cent released this statement to explain the move: “I’m an international artist. My fans worldwide deserve to receive my album at the same time as my fans here in the US . Taking that into consideration, moving the album to September was a necessary course of action.”
Stay tuned for more news on 50 Cent, right here on Dubcnn.Discuss This Topic
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"We All Gotta Eat" State Kenny Kingpin & Kam - May 25, 2007 By : Rud
 After a six month hiatus away from dubcnn we updated on Kenny Kingpin and a new track earlier this month when we released new material from his long awaited street album "Richest of the Poorest, Poorest of the Richest."
The track in question then was The Fixxers (Quik & AMG) produced track "Give Me All Mine" [see; The Fixxers & Kenny Kingpin Unite For "Give Me All Mine"]. Today we are back with another new track from the album that is set to hit the streets in the summer.
The record in question is entitled "We All Gotta Eat" and sees him link up with Watts' own Kam. The two street conscious MC's tackle the wrongdoings of the Criminal Justice system - a track that is sure to make noise, cause controversy and get people talking.
Kenny Kingpin - We All Gotta Eat (Feat. Kam)
Stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on the "Richest of the Poorest, Poorest of the Richest" album which is set to include production from Blaqthoven, Bosko & Tone Touch as well as appearences from Yukmouth, Rick Ross, Kam, Bosko & Bo Roc.Discuss This Topic
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Ball4Real Streetball Set To Commence 30 City Arena Tour - May 25, 2007 By : Rud
 Streetball is bigger and better than ever and coming to a court near you! The trash-talking. The sizzling one-on-one face-offs. The crazy dunks; Streetball has been rejuvenated, the excitement is back and fans can get closer than ever to the action this year with the launch of the 30-city arena Ball4Real Streetball Tour.
Presented by Mountain Dew, the tour features top stars made famous on ESPN’s "Streetball," the best streetball players in the world.
The tour kicks off on June 1, 2007 in Seattle, WA at the Key Arena and culminates in the ultimate showdown at the world famous Madison Square Garden in New York City on August 25, 2007.
Brought to you by the masterminds and basketball talent behind the previous years’ AND 1 Mixtape Tour, the electrifying Ball4Real Streetball Tour is nothing but real: the members of this tour are not just players in the game. They own the game. Lisa Fusco – former GM of the AND 1 Mixtape Tour – and the game’s hottest streetball players founded and own Streetball Entertainment and the Ball4Real Tour, which means they answer to no one but the game and the fans of the game. It doesn’t get any more real than that!
Also real is the philanthropic mission of Streetball Entertainment, which will give back in every city along the tour, with top players stopping in at local YMCAs and community centers, engaging in various forms of community outreach. Ball4Real will play in the biggest and best venues in the country, but will pay homage to the streets where all the players got their start by offering fans arena-level play at playground prices, with lower level tickets ranging from $10-$30. This same community spirit informs the Block Party, a free event in conjunction with the tour featuring a live DJ, a car show, food, prizes, merchandise, interactive activities, and much more…but most importantly great streetball action with local hotshots competing against the streetballers for a shot at the big game and ultimately a $100,000 Ball4Real contract.
Inside world-class arenas thousands of fans can see their favorite players formerly on ESPN’s “Streetball” as part of the revolutionary, brand new, player-owned Streetball Entertainment Ball4Real Tour. Players include AO, Main Event, Spyda, 50, ½ Man ½ Amazing, Shane the Dribbling Machine, Circus, Special FX, I’ll Be Right Back, Killa Kirby, High Octane, Pharmacist, Coach Steve Burtt and Mr. 720 (formerly Air Up There), who performed the first-ever 720º dunk during a game in Houston last season!
Streetball Entertainment is revamping streetball and taking it to the next level through the formation of Streetball Entertainment and the Ball4Real Streetball Tour, coming to a city near you this summer!
To view the full Ball4Real Streetball Tour 2007 dates and locations visit the official Ball4Real website where you can book tickets for any of the locations. Dubcnn has linked up with the people being Ball4Real Streetball to present an array of video media and news over the coming weeks; stay tuned!Discuss This Topic
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40 Glocc is "That New Nigga" (Mixtape Review) - May 25, 2007 By : Conan Milne
 Today we're back with a brand new review. This time I've chosen to critique the latest release from Infamous/G-Unit artist 40 Glocc.
40's latest mixtape "That New Nigga" has been creating quite a buzz, and as a result it has been named DubCNN's latest Mixtape Of The Week. Find out why 40 was bestowed with this honor by checking out the review below.
40 Glocc - "That New Nigga" (Review)
For more recent reviews, including albums from Timbaland, Evidence, Redman, Damizza & Butch Cassidy, Bishop Lamont and Devin The Dude take some time to check out and then bookmark our Review Section. Additional reviews will be coming very soon.Discuss This Topic
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Eastwood & Meech Wells Release New Tracks From Album - May 25, 2007 By : Rud
 In mid May we released the news that Eastwood and Meech Wells have aligned to release a new project together entitled "Family Business: Tha Takeover (Volume 1)." [see; Eastwood & Meech Wells Announce New Project] and today we are back with fresh, exclusive audio from that very album.
"Family Business: Tha Takeover (Volume 1)" will feature new and exclusive music from Eastwood and his camp as well as production from Meech Wells and the Soul Mechanix.
The first track we have is a Meech Wells production that sees Eastwood alongside Cutty for the bass heavy track "Holla At Me" that is sure to get heads nodding and windows shaking.
Eastwood - Holla At Me (Feat. Cutty)
 The second track is one that I can assure you will be added to your regular rotations straight away. "What If?" is a Meech Wells and Soul Mechanix production that is pure soulful music. Eastwood takes to the beat with ease, slowing up is flow, toning his voice and delivering introspective and thoughtout rhymes with structure and purpose. He is joined on the track by Macadoshis (Thug Life) who continues the flow of the song with equally thought-provoking lyrics. This is one track not to be missed.
Eastwood - What If? (Feat. Macadoshis)
Make sure you drop in at our forum to leave feedback on the new music and even speak to Meech Wells himself. Stay tuned for the latest news on both Eastwood and Meech Wells right here on dubcnn and lookout for and exclusive interview with Eastwood. In the meantime check out Eastwood on MySpace and the new Meech Wells MySpace page.Discuss This Topic
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September 7th Shows His "Western Hospitality" - May 24, 2007 By : Rud
 September 7th is quickly becoming an established name in the mixtape scene thanks to his years of producing 2Pac blends and his recent affiliation with the Cali Untouchable DJ's.
His work with DJ Strong started last year when he managed a music store and he made his mixtape debut with "Cali Untouchable Radio #16 - The Game Returns" since then he has dropped 3 mixtapes including "2007 All-Star MVP" and "The 7th Level" both of which can be previewed on his official MySpace page.
The Las Vegas based DJ has just finished work on his latest mixtape entitled "Western Hospitality" which is co-sponsored by Dubcnn. This latest installment showcases talent from across the WestCoast including bangers from artists including Planet Asia, Crooked I, Westurn Union, Jayo Felony, Glasses Malone, Bishop Lamont, Juice, Ya Boy & many more. Below we have the full mixtape tracklist along with some preview tracks from the release but first we have a Megamix from September 7th over the 50 Cent "Straight To The Bank" instrumental with verses from The Game, Crooked I & Tupac.
September 7th - Straight To The Bank (Megamix) (The Game, Crooked I & Tupac)
Enjoy that track and now we have the full "Western Hospitality" tracklist that also features a "Straight To The Bank" remix however that track features Tupac and Young Noble
01) Hiphopwest.com Intro
02) Planet Asia, Diego Redd, Fashawn, Shake The Mayor - We Takin' Over (Central Cali Remix)
03) 40 Glocc, Keak Da Sneak, Jayo Felony - When The Yellow Bus Stops
04) Richie Rich & Clyde Carson - U Ain't That Ni**a
05) Glasses Malone - Right Now
06) Western Union - Hat 2 Tha Back
07) Cyssero & Ya' Boy - Do My Thing
08) Soopafly, Daz, Kurupt - Ready
09) Bad Lucc & Mykestro - Tha Best
10) 334 Mobb, Lil Wayne, Juice - Choppin'
11) Crooked I - Str8 Bosses
12) Milano, Mistah F.A.B., Turf Talk - Yes Sir
13) Cheah Beah Interlude
14) Bishop Lamont & Young Dre - Cheah Beah
15) Glasses Malone - Malone
16) Bad Lucc, Damani, Halla - Gangstas
17) Sky Balla & The Game - California Soul
18) Damani & E-40 - Dego
19) Warzone - Shaccled Up
20) Tangled Thoughts, Kurupt, Roscoe - Jumpoff
21) Messy Marv & Mitchy Slick - The 2nd Letter
22) Tangled Thoughts, Freeway, Rok Bottom - Til Tha Sun Come Up
23) The Game - Body Bags (50 Cent/Tony Yayo Diss)
24) Hiphopwest.com Outro
25) Bonus - Makaveli & Young Noble - Straight 2 Tha Bank (September 7th RMX)
This mixtape is avialable to order right now from September 7th's official MySpace page, support DJ's and the mixtape industry as a whole. Stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on September 7th and the Cali Untouchable DJ's.Discuss This Topic
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Terrace Martin & Problem Want You To "Listen" - May 23, 2007 By : Eddie Gurrola
  We're back with the third and final part of our week of exclusives from Terrace Martin and Problem. Today, we have a track off Terrace Martin's mixtape, which should be hitting the streets in the middle of June. The track is called "Listen," and it is bound to turn heads.
The funky, hard-hitting record touches on controversial topics such as Oprah's comments on the hip-hop industry, Don Imus's outrageous remarks toward the African-American community, and even DMX's recent words for the West Coast.
When asked to describe the track, Problem simply said, "Listen. All you need to do is listen." Check out the track below, and also make sure to read our exclusive interviews that we dropped earlier in the week with both Terrace Martin and Problem.
Problem ft. Terrace Martin - Listen
Exclusive Interview With Problem (May 2007)
Exclusive Interview With Terrace Martin (May 2007)
Also, check out this picture of Terrace Martin and Problem in the studioDiscuss This Topic
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Crooked I "Hip-Hop Weekly" - Vol. 8 [Audio] - May 23, 2007 By : Nima
Not a week goes by without some new Crooked I music for your ears! Going into the 8th week of "Hip-Hop Weekly's, Crook hasn't missed a beat yet. Picking out the hottest beats playing on the radio, he raps over them and demontrates how it should be done. This week, we got him rapping over a Timbaland beat, from Fabolous's latest single with Ne-Yo called "Make Me Better". Download below:
Crooked I - Make Me Better (Freestyle)
As announced in this week's freestyle, he'll be doing some old school beats next week, so check back with us for that! For now, download this Hip-Hop Weekly and enjoy!Discuss This Topic
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Tyrese, Ginuwine & Tank Form R&B Supergroup "TGT" - May 23, 2007 By : Nima
 Press release: World renowned recording artists, Tyrese, Ginuwine and Tank make way for an exciting era in music by teaming up to form an R&B super group "TGT," -Tyrese, Ginuwine & Tank. On the heels of last weeks highly anticipated release of Tanks “Sex, Love and Pain,” and the success of multi-platinum recording artist Tyrese’s fifth album “Alter-Ego” and his current international tour, combined with multiple chart topping platinum hits and non stop international touring this past year by Ginuwine, the group is set to join talents and become one of the most successful R&B groups of 2007- 8.
Fans will get a first listen of “TGT” on the remix for Tanks current single, “Please Don’t Go,” already making its way up the national charts. This groundbreaking remix is expected to storm the airwaves in two weeks and is poised to be a signature summer ballad for the debut of "TGT."
The group plans to launch their first international tour and music revolution in the fall with “The Shirts Off Tour" first making their way across the country, with stops in NY, LA, DC, Atlanta, Chicago, Miami and other U.S. and international markets. "The Shirts Off Tour" will feature sets of the greatest solo hits of all 3 singers, in addition to exclusive "TGT" songs. This tour will also serve as a launch for a national search to find a fourth member. This search, which will be executed in the same style as American Idol and Americas Got Talent will enter each major city and will give a sneak preview into the makings of a soon to be powerhouse R & B group.
With multiple #1 singles, and sold out concerts around the world individually, and 13 albums combined, the multi- platinum trio has already begun work in the studio to record their debut album. Tyrese speaks, “With all the support our fans have given us individually over the years for our distinct signature styles, collectively we felt our fans deserved to hear great music in a way that they could never have imagined. I’ve known these guys for years and they truly are like brothers, so it only felt right to come together as a trio to make history!” Tank said, "TGT" for me, is a dream come true! It only makes sense that the three best R&B crooners in the game come together for an event that will reshape the face of R&B and music as a whole.” Ginuwine said “basically the world of R & B needed a change, and there were only a few chosen that could do it, R & B needed a pick up, R & B needed “TGT.”
The undeniably successful careers of Tyrese, Ginuwine and Tank as solo R&B stars, will fuel the launch of the "TGT" super brand and create a new wave in R&B music and cement a burgeoning fan base across the world.
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Exclusive Interview With Terrace Martin - May 22, 2007 By : Eddie Gurrola
That's right, I told everyone we would be back with more news on Terrace Martin and Problem this week, so get ready for another dope exclusive feature!
Dubcnn recently sat down with one of the hottest young producers, not just on the West Coast, but in music, Mr. Terrace Martin, for an extensive interview. In this world exclusive, we cover a variety of topics, including Terrace's new pre-album/mixtape that he is putting together with Snoop Dogg and DJ Skee, his label situation with Warner Brothers, and his inspiration for making good music. This is a very informative interview for those of you who are interested in making it in the hip-hop business, so be sure to check it out!
Exclusive Interview with Terrace Martin (May 2007)
Terrace Martin With His Piano (Photo)
Also, if you've been sleeping on the interview we dropped yesterday with Problem, then make sure you check it out here.
We're not done yet with this week of exclusives from these two talented individuals. Keep checking back for another surprise later on in the week, right here on Dubcnn!Discuss This Topic
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Kurupt Presents DZ "Sleepless City Livin" [Audio] - May 22, 2007 By : Nima
 Kurupt stays way too busy! He's dropping a collabo album with J. Wells, putting out his Philly group Tangled Thoughts this week, and he also found the time to support his little homie from Seattle, DZ.
DZ's album "Sleepless City Livin'" recently dropped, featuring Kurupt, Gail Gotti, Mac Dre, T-Nutty, Messy Marv, Rydah J. Klyde, Guce to name a few. The projects is in the streets right now, you can order it online at dzonline.net.
Dubcnn has three preview tracks for you to check out before copping it, listen below:
DZ - Let's Ride (ft. Kurupt)
DZ - Ride On (ft. Kurupt & Gail Gotti)
DZ - Hustlinaire (ft. Messy Marv)
Enjoy the songs, and make sure to pick up a copy at dzonline.net. DZ's next album is dropping soon, called "Papercutz", featuring Kurupt, Keak Da Sneak, Messy Marv, Dru Down, Killa Tay, Luni Coleone, Numskill, Gonzoe and more.Discuss This Topic
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Techniec Goes "Straight To The Bloc" [Audio] - May 22, 2007 By : Nima
 Long Beach's own Techniec is back! To this day, Tech is considered by many as one of the best rappers not to have a real solo album out there. We're all hoping that 2007 is the year he drops, because we've been waiting since the LBC Crew days! To ease the wait, Techniec has got some mixtape music for the fans; he jumped on the Dr. Dre produced 50 Cent single "Straight To The Bank" and flipped it Dynamic Certified style. Download "Straight To The Bloc" below:
Techniec - Straight To The Bloc
Check out Techniec on MySpace by clicking here. His album "Blockstar" is coming soon.Discuss This Topic
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Planet Asia Plans Jewelry Box Sessions - May 22, 2007 By : Conan Milne
 DubCNN visitors will long be familiar with the name Planet Asia. The acclaimed MC, a throwback to the Golden Era of Hip-Hop music, has blazed numerous projects with his trademark flow and deft lyrics. Asia, also known as Medallions, is currently preparing for the release of his new project, Jewelry Box Sessions: The Album, due out on June 26th. The album features the current single Havin' Thangs, which we offer for download below:
Planet Asia - "Havin' Thangs" (Audio)
To mark the release of this record, Gold Chain Music and Liquor Barrel Management are collaborating to offer one lucky DJ the chance to become the official tour DJ of the Grammy nominated artist, Planet Asia. More information about this search, which will see Asia personally select the winner, can be found on the official P.A. MySpaceDiscuss This Topic
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"We Takin' Over (Fresno Remix)" Video - May 22, 2007 By : Conan Milne
 With DJ Khaled's original version of We Takin' Over leaving it's impact on the singles charts, we return with the video for Central Cali's explosive take on the current club favourite.
That's right, the We Takin' Over (Fresno Remix) has been given the visual treatment. Watch Planet Asia, Diego Redd, Fashawn & Shake the Mayor all unleash raw verses over the pulsating Danjahands production. You can check out the new video now by clicking below:
We Takin' Over (Fresno Remix) (Video)
Stay tuned to DubCNN for all the latest news on the talents featured in the video linked above.Discuss This Topic
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Baby Ree Bringing The Fans Exclusives Through Dubcnn! - May 21, 2007 By : Yash
 The first comes from new signee Taje founder of LNS Ent. his first single House Shoes Produced by Dae One already starting to hit the airwaves in California, it's set to blow up west-coast radio and set up his "Get It Gang" movement into full effect.
"Waitin' at the bus stop" the debut album from Taje is due in stores this fall. You can expect his mixtape album "Hot Box 2" the follow up to the street smash "Hot Box" to hit the streets this summer. "Fans have been asking for a long time to start digging in the vaults, one of the first songs I found is one of my favorites."
Down featuring Damizza & Chino XL - Can't Move It Like Me
"I have a lot of respect for Down, Khool Aid, E-Dub and the whole Poco's Pero Loco's movement, what can I say about Chino he is a legend." Damizza said.
Last on the list is an exclusive DJ Warrior played on his Sirius Cali Untouchable radio show this week.
Damizza - I Ain't Playin ft. Prime
You can expect to hear even more music soon. Damizza & Bishop Lamont are currently working on "Ill Clinton" the mixtape album and Butch Cassidy is currently mixing and mastering his solo album due later this year on Babyree Records.Discuss This Topic
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Exclusive Interview with Problem & Audio Update! - May 21, 2007 By : Eddie Gurrola
Dubcnn recently linked up with one of the West Coast’s rising stars, Problem, for an in-depth, exclusive interview. We go into detail about his new projects, including the upcoming mixtape “The Streets Is Mine” and his group album with Kurupt and Terrace Martin. We also talk about his new single “My Life,” featuring Krys Ivory, which is making a lot of noise on the radio right now, as well as much more in this world exclusive!
To give you a taste of what Problem has to offer, Dubcnn is putting up two tracks for download!
First, we have the aforementioned radio single, “My Life,” which you may have heard on Power 106 and KDAY. Let’s get the New West movement rolling by requesting “My Life” on Power 106 right now. Send a text message to 69106, or call (818) 520-1029 to get it on the air. DJs, feel free to grab this track and put it into rotation as well.
Problem - My Life (Featuring Krys Ivory)
Next, we have the explicit version of a track we premiered last week, “All Night,” by the group collective of Problem, Terrace Martin, and Kurupt, featuring Mykestro. This version has alternate lyrics, so make sure you download it!
Problem, Terrace Martin, and Kurupt - All Night (Featuring Mykestro)
For even more on Problem, check out his Myspace page and make sure you check this image of Problem and Terrace Martin in the studio.
If you don’t already know, Problem and producer/rapper Terrace Martin have been collaborating extensively as of late. Keep checking back this week for more music and news from Problem and Terrace Martin, as this is just the first update in a series of exclusives right here on Dubcnn!
Exclusive Interview With Problem (May 2007)Discuss This Topic
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Young Joker, Jay Rock & Meech Wells "Throw Yo Dubs Up" - May 21, 2007 By : Rud
 As we have been reporting for much of 2007; Young Joker, the Compton talent being groomed by hitmaker Meech Wells, is currently finalising his sophomore mixtape release "Mayhem."
The new release, which is the follow up to the late 2006 smash hit mixtape "The Takeover" which you can download exclusively on dubcnn, is set to be hosted by DJ Skee and is scheduled for a mid-summer drop date. Today we are back with new audio that is sure to feature on the project.
Meech Wells recently got another new talent down to the In A Zone Studios to record a track with Young Joker for "Mayhem." The artist in question is the recently Dubcnn featured Jay Rock [see; Watts' Jay Rock Readies "Follow Me Home" For July] who came down to lay a verse on the new cut "Throw Yo Dubs Up."
We have the track available for download below courtesy of Meech Wells and Young Joker. For those that have missed recent updates from the In A Zone camp make sure you utilise the Dubcnn "Search News" feature which can be found at the bottom of the main news page. There you can search and find recent tracks from Meech Wells alongside Eastwood, Livewire, Young Joker, Cutty and many more.
Young Joker - Throw Yo Dubs Up (Feat. Jay Rock)
Drop in at our forum to leave feedback on the new music and even speak to Meech Wells himself. Stay tuned for the latest news on both Young Joker and Meech Wells as well as the long awaited "Mayhem" release. In the meantime check out Eastwood on MySpace and the new Meech Wells MySpace page.Discuss This Topic
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Class In Session For Madi B With Debut Album - May 20, 2007 By : Rud
 We first introduced you to Carson native Madi B back in February this year [see; Carson Native Madi-B Gathers Momentum With Hit Single] when we had his single "My Money's Long" for free download. Today we are back with news of his debut album "Street G.E.D." which hits stores on June 5, 2007.
With his current hit single My Money’s Long continuing to climb the top 200 singles chart Madi B is taking some time to present his story to the young ones of his region.
Currently in the middle of a high-school tour to promote the Anytime Records release "Street G.E.D." the mindful rapper understands the brevity of the messages in today’s hip-hop climate, so when the kids get turned on by the seemingly glamorous lyrics of his former lifestyle, he speaks to how the realities of that mind-state got him caught up.
"There are a lot of unfortunate realities in hip-hop music today because this music comes from the heart of the streets. These streets breed a lot of different elements some good, some bad; but when you’re chasing the dollar it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle of the fast living and the fast money. It can turn you into someone you never thought you’d be, good or bad, unless you gain some perspective."
"Street G.E.D." drops science on how it goes down in the life of a hustler. Madi B, like many others, chose to learn his lessons the hard way, but now when he boasts about his money being long, it’s because he’s making sound decisions with his life and his business; and when his young fans ask him about living the life of a star, he lets them know the real.
"Street G.E.D." covers a whole spectrum of topics and issues, from the party anthems of "Glasses Up," to the bravado of "So Fresh, So Clean" Madi B ensures he delivers an array of messages. "Street G.E.D." provides you with a musical dissertation of street life by one of its own. For those still to hear Madi B's hit single, check it out below.
Madi B - My Money's Long
For the latest on Madi B stay tuned to dubcnn and make sure you hit him up via his official MySpace page.Discuss This Topic
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Mike Jones Gives It Up To The West On "My 6-4" [Video] - May 20, 2007 By : Nima
 In a recent interview, Mike Jones said "When I asked my label who bought my album the most, they said Cali. So I had to make my new single a dedication, to show some love."
And so he did! His new single is called "My 6-4" and the hook samples Eazy-E's voice from the classic "Boyz-N-Tha-Hood" track. In addition to that he got Bun B on the song giving it up to the West, as well as Snoop Dogg dropping the third verse.
The video recently aired, and it was a nice surprise to see Mike Jones reach out to Lil Eazy-E and have him lip-synch the hook part of his dad's voice. The video came out very dope, download it below:
Mike Jones - My 6-4 (ft. Bun-B & Snoop Dogg) (8MB, Windows Media)
Mike Jones' upcoming album "American Dream" will be dropping July 10th.Discuss This Topic
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40 Glocc Releases "That New Nigga" Mixtape [Audio] - May 19, 2007 By : Nima
 Last month we brought you the cover and tracklisting of Infamous/G-Unit artist 40 Glocc's newest mixtape "That New Nigga", which is being released in conjunction with DJ Felli Fel and DJ Nik Bean. The mixtape is out on the streets now, so if you haven't picked up your copy yet, order it now by clicking here.
"That New Nigga" features both original and other people's beats (6 beats produced by Large Money Ent), and features such as 50 Cent, Mobb Deep, Bishop Lamont, Crooked I, Ras Kass, Brotha Lynch Hung, Tony Yayo, Gail Gotti, Westside Bugg, Spider Loc and many more.
Check out the tracklisting below, and click on the highlighted links to listen to preview tracks or watch videos.
1. Felli Fel Intro
2. Serial Killa Ft. 50 Cent & Prodigy
3. 1 Blood (Game Diss)
4. Where Them Hammerz At Ft. Sam Scarfo [Audio][Video]
5. Ragaytone Ft. Ras Kass & Bishop Lamont
6. Lets Gettem Ft. Gail Gotti
7. When The Yellow Bus Stop Ft. Keak Da Sneak & Jayo Felony [Audio]
8. Itz Aight Ft. Prodigy & Sam Scarfo
9. Glasses Malone Speaks
10. Gorilla City Ft. Tufflaun & Spider Loc
11. Dance Under Water Ft. Crooked I & Hot Dollar
12. Freestyle Ft. Zoo Babiez
13. Felli Fel Speaks 1
14. Riden Hi Ft. Tony Yayo
15. So Hyphy Ft. Yacc [Video]
16. Get Rich Ft. Gail Gotti
17. Whatcha Thought Ft. Prodigy, 50 Cent(Game,Fat Joe,Nas,Jadakiss Diss) [Audio]
18. Sqeeze Ft.Kokane
19. Everybody Wanna Be Me Ft. Yacc,Zoo Babiez
20. Hood Rich Ft. Mobb Deep
21. Self Made
22. Dead Wrong Ft. W/S Bugg
23. American Dreams Ft. Brotha Lynch Hung
24. If Wallz Could Talk
25. Back That Azz Up
26. Felli Fel Speaks 2
27. Game For You
28. Shake It For Me
29. Reality Show
30. N.W.A.(Game,Dip Set Diss) [Audio]
31. Pay Back (Prod. By Alchemist) [Audio]
32. All You Hear Is Ft. Kartoon [Audio]
33. Felli Fel & Nik Bean Outro
You can check out 40 Glocc's MySpace page here. Once again, to order "That New Nigga", click here.Discuss This Topic
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Spider Loc - Blutiful World (Re-Remix) [Video] - May 19, 2007 By : Nima
 Rarely has there been as much controversy around a West Coast video as for Spider Loc's "Blutiful World". First the altercation on Brazil St. for the regular remix, and then the shootout at the re-remix video shoot. However the video is finally done, and was premiered last night on spiderloc.com.
The song created a pretty big buzz and was getting decent radio airplay, and the video definitely makes the song justice. A celebration of the color blue, in both song and video. Download it below:
Spider Loc - Blutiful World (Re-Remix) (15MB, Quick Time)
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Pharoahe Monch - Body Baby - May 17, 2007 By : JustinL
 Check out Pharoahe Monch's newest single "Body Baby". Also check out photos from the "Body Baby" video shoot. The album, "Desire", will be in stores June 26.
Pharoahe Monch - Body Baby (Windows)
Pharoahe Monch - Body Baby (Real)
Photos from "Body Baby" video shoot:
Photo 1, Photo 2, Photo 3, Photo 4, Photo 5
Pharoahe Monch - Unravel the Layers of Desire (YouTube)
Part 1, Part 2, Part 3
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Bishop Lamont & Black Milk Reppin' "CALTROiT" - May 17, 2007 By : Yash
 Dubcnn got a fresh new banger from Bishop Lamont & Black Milk from the upcoming "CALTROiT" mixtape release. The production will be mostly handled by Black Milk and the album will feature artists from California and Detroit.
Bishop Lamont & Black Milk - CALTROiT feat. Indef (Produced by: Black Milk).
Make sure you hit up Bishop Lamont and Black Milk on their myspace pages and give them some feedback.
Expect the mixtape to surface sometime this summer and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Bishop Lamont & Black Milk.Discuss This Topic
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Jag Is "Mr 17.5" & Talks To His "Cali N-ggas" - May 17, 2007 By : Rud
 It was almost a year ago, July 2006, when we first introduced the talented Watts native who goes by the name of Jag. Since then his constant buzz building and busy recording schedule has seen him release his first mixtape in conjunction with Dubcnn for free download.
The first installment in his "Music Money" mixtape series was released at the end of January this year for free download right here on Dubcnn. The mixtape "Money Over Fame" is the first release in a planned trilogy of mixtapes to lead up to a debut album.
The former New York "Fight Klub" competitor kept the mixtape simple ensuring in showcased his skill, mic prescense and lyrics over a blend of original production and mixtape style freestyles.
The original production on the mixtape is handled by Ricc Rude, 1500 Or Nothing, THX, The Animal House, Notch, and DJ Prosper and what Jag delivered over these beats was his multi-dimensional persona and skill-set, showing that he is quickly becoming a well rounded artist. We have the link once again below for you to download the mixtape however today we want to concentrate on two new freestyles that Jag has crafted, one of which where he questions why he wasn't called to featured on the latest The Game track - "Cali Niggas" - so in retrospect he recorded a verse over the instrumental.
Jag - Cali Niggas (Freestyle)
The second freestyle track we have for download is entitled "Mr 17.5" and may well feature on his second "Music Money" mixtape when it drops in the next few months right here on dubcnn, the tentative title for which is "Tha General Strikes Back."
Jag - Mr 17.5 (Freestyle)
Until we have more from Jag and his latest release make sure you check out and download the afmorementioned free mixtape Music Money: Volume 1 (Money Over Fame). You can also check out Jag via his official MySpace page.Discuss This Topic
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Kurupt & J. Wells "All We Smoke" Photo Gallery - May 16, 2007 By : JustinL
 Dubcnn was in downtown L.A. with Kurupt & J. Wells this past weekend as they filmed the music video for their new single "All We Smoke." There were many guests present at the video shoot including Glasses Malone, Bishop Lamont, Big Gipp, Tash, Roscoe, Tri-Star, 40 Glocc, Gail Gotti and others. Please make sure to check back with Dubcnn as we release exclusive behind the scenes footage from the music video as well as footage from a Rime magazine shoot with Estevan Oriole and Kurupt & J.Wells. For now, please check out our photo gallery.
Dubcnn Presents: Kurupt & J.Wells "All We Smoke" Music Video Shoot (Event Gallery)
The album "Digital Smoke" is coming out on June 5th, and the single "All We Smoke" is available for purchase on iTunes right now.
Click here to purchase Kurupt & J. Wells - "All We Smoke" From iTunes
Please visit MySpace.com/JWellsMusic for more information and music and remember to stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on this release and the aforementioned exclusive footage.Discuss This Topic
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Belly Tells You Why He's The Man - May 16, 2007 By : Adon
.png) With the release of his debut album “The Revolution” fast approaching, Belly’s keeping the buzz going by releasing yet another song. Belly spent some time touring Canada last year with Ice Cube, Snoop, and Tha Dogg Pound. On that tour he linked up with Kurupt to record this new track titled, “I’m the man”.
The song showcases Belly and Kurupts undeniable chemistry in the booth. In the song they boast and brag about why they’re the best at what they do.
Belly declares, “I turn a couple dollars into a couple grand/ I could stand on the beach, post up and hustle sand”. Him and Kurupt keep up the energy all throughout the song. With heat like this, along with others we’ve showed you here on Dubcnn, it’s no wonder why Belly’s new album is so highly anticipated not only in Canada, but all over the world.
Download the track below:
Belly feat. Kurupt - I‘m The Man
Pick up Belly’s album “The Revolution” in stores everywhere in Canada June 5.
To check out other Belly songs we’ve premiered on Dubcnn, use the search news option at the bottom of the page.
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Playboy Aka Bizzle Is Living "Lavish" - May 16, 2007 By : Adon
.png) Born with a God given talent for music in general, the Los Angeles raised M.C. Playboy (born Mark J. Felder) wrote his first rap verse at 8 years old and also started writing R&B around that same time. Now at 22 years old, has 14 years under his belt as a writer and the experience shows in his sound and versatility.
Now as the CEO/Producer/Writer/Artist of Lavish Entertainment, he is on a mission to "Bring Back The West". As he prepares his debut album "Lavish", he looks to first prep the streets with his 7th and official mixtape release entitled "Certified".
With his street buzz in the Los Angeles and I.E. areas and the success of his website Help-Bizzle-Blow.com, the expectations for this mixtape are big, and the album even bigger.
He currently resides in Houston Texas where he has teamed up in a joint venture with 360 Records to release the "Dirty West Project", a collaboration between him and Houston rap artist J.Sin which is to be distributed by Universal.
In addition to this, he will also be featured on two major soundtrack releases for films "Steppin" starring Anthony Anderson, Mo'nique, J-Boog and Lil Fizz of B2k, and many more; also "Playground" starring Angela Basset, Dwyane Wade, and Rick Fox.
Below we have 2 tracks off the album “Lavish” available to download.
Playboy aka Bizzle - “Catchin All Fades”
Playboy aka Bizzle feat Dirty Birdy - “Change Gon Come”
With a college promotional tour for "Steppin" on the agenda set to take off soon Playboy continues on the grind to make a name for himself, by himself. Stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest news, interviews and media.Discuss This Topic
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Crooked I "Hip-Hop Weekly" - Vol. 7 [Audio] - May 16, 2007 By : Nima
That's right! Back at you with the latest edition of Crooked I's "Hip-Hop Weekly" series, volume 7 to be exact! This time around, Crooked chose the beat to 8Ball & MJG's "Crusin'", as well as the recently leaked Just Blaze instrumental, which is supposed to be from T.I.'s upcoming album, called "Just The King".
Download below:
Crooked I - Crusin' / Just The King (Freestyle)
Check back next week for the next edition of Crooked I's "Hip-Hop Weekly" and remember we now have the Official Crooked I Hip-Hop Weekly archive section where you can keep up to date with each weekly installment as it drops.Discuss This Topic
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C-Bo Readies "Westside Ryders III" For June 5th - May 16, 2007 By : Rud
 Westcoast Veteran C-Bo has had a busy 12 months since the release of his independent album "Money To Burn" last August. Young Buck confirmed to us in our exclusive interview back in March 2007 that he had signed C-Bo to his G-Unit South imprint Cashville Records.
Alongside labelmates The Outlawz and the rest of G-Unit, C-Bo has spent recent months touring the country as well as finalising his latest release, part three of his "Westside Ryders" trilogy.
"Westside Ryders III (The Southeast Connection)" features artists including Young Bleed, Spice 1, The Outlawz, Lil Cyco, Brotha Lynch Hung and also The Realest. The latter features on the lead single from the album entitled "Street Life" which we have for download within the tracklist below.
01) Street Life – C-Bo & Realest (Prod by Marvin Page)
02) Hurtin’ Ya Self – Young Dice (Prod by Mista Royce for Large Money Entertainment)
03) Off the Rip – Tha Outlawz
04) BTK – Woodpile (Crisis, Critical, Ether Bunny) (Prod & Remixed by Crisis)
05) SomeTimes – Mob Figaz (Prod by Rob Lowe)
06) The Real- Gangsta Drayster
07) 100 MPH – Eyes Low & Benny Blanco (Prod by Symph & Benny Blanco)
08) Ice Shock – Laroo (Prod by traxx)
09) Whut it due – Young Chaz (Prod by Wysh)
10) My Shine – B’nezha (Omar "Big O" Gooding, ½ wit, Meazy) (Feat. Stylie Ray) (Prod by Track 1)
11) Heavy – Marvelous (Prod by Fats)
12) He So Hood – 151, Lil Cyco & C-Bo (Produced by funk Daddy)
13) When We Mob - Young Bleed (Feat. J-B) (Prod by Southern Society & Y.Bleed)
14) Still Dippin - Spade (Prod by Angel)
15) Got Dough – C-Thug (Prod by Khrys)
16) Supa Fly – Spice 1
17) New York City – Domination & D.M.A.C. (Prod by Gator Ent)
18) Kicc Down Tha Door – Kavio (Feat. C-Bo & Brotha Lynch Hung) (Prod by T-Roy)
19) Around Here - X Mob (Prod by Averexx)
20) Front & Back – Pizzo,Y oung Streets, C-Bo, Homie, AC, T-Nutty & Marvelous (Prod by Pizzo)
21) Up in Da Morning - Fire (Prod by Raw Beats)
In related news you can catch C-Bo with Young Buck and The Outlawz on tour this month, check local listings for details. West Coast Mafia Records will release "Westside Ryders III" on June 5 with the Young Bleed solo and "Westcoast Mafia Gang" albums in August. September will see the release of a "The Best Of C-Bo" greatest hits album. Stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest interviews and media.Discuss This Topic
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Dubcnn Gallery: Beauty Pageant (LA Fashion Week) - May 16, 2007 By : Rud
 On March 19th 2007, Echoing Soundz & Kush Boutique presented the Beauty Pageant at LA Fashion Week. The event featured an array of guests to view the latest Fashion and accessories from around the world.
We have exclusive photos from the night courtesy of Hazel Eyez & Echoing Soundz. Below you can see shots of guest including Bigg Gipp, Karl Kani, Young Dolla (of N.V.), Ivonnah Erksin and many more.
Dubcnn Presents: Beauty Pageant (LA Fashion Week) (Event Gallery)
Make sure you bookmark our Gallery section for the latest exclusive photos and video from events worldwide. Want us to cover your event? If so email in with the details and we can look into it.Discuss This Topic
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50 Cent's "Amusement Park" Rumors Cleared Up - May 14, 2007 By : Eddie Gurrola
 There were rumors floating around last week that 50 Cent's new video for his single "Amusement Park" was banned from MTV, and that he would be forced to deliver a video for his street single "Straight To The Bank" instead.
Dubcnn would like to confirm that those rumors are false. Interscope Records would like everyone to know that although the "Amusement Park" video needed to be cut to air on MTV, like most urban video nowadays, the video was never banned, and it is set to premiere on MTV's TRL on Monday, May 21st.
In addtion to this, a video has indeed been filmed for "Straight To The Bank," and that will be premiering on MTV on May 17th. Check back for more news on 50 Cent here on Dubcnn.Discuss This Topic
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Exclusive Interview With X-Clan - May 14, 2007 By : Eddie Gurrola
 Dubcnn recently got into contact with rap legends X Clan to discuss the rap game. We learn about their recent album, “Return From Mecca,” and find out about their views on topics such as the current state of hip-hop and how the Internet has effected today’s music. Read on to find out much more in this exclusive interview.
Exclusive Interview With X-Clan (May 2007)Discuss This Topic
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J Wells & Kurupt Present - "Digital Smoke" (Review) - May 14, 2007 By : Conan Milne
 Today we're back with another new review. This time we assess the impending J Wells release, in collaboration with Kurupt, "Digital Smoke." The new album, due June 5th, is the rising producer's long awaited follow up to the underground classic "Digital Master." In this review we decide whether the pairing of J Wells and Kurupt is a success and why you should pick up the album next month.
"Digital Smoke" receives the Dub Quotable: "Digital Smoke is a great effort with some stellar production from Wells. His brooding, paranormal instrumentals pave the way for some fantastic moments, just as they have on previous releases like Digital Master" as well as earning an honorable Dub Rating.
J Wells & Kurupt Present - Digital Smoke (Review)
For more recent reviews, including albums from Timbaland, Evidence, Redman, Damizza & Butch Cassidy, Bishop Lamont and Devin The Dude take some time to check out and then bookmark our Review Section.Discuss This Topic
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Exclusive Interview With Krushadelic (Dangerous Crew) - May 14, 2007 By : Rud
 The Dangerous Crew Movement is still in full effect and by all accounts, only growing. The response so far to all our Dangerous Crew features has been unprecendeted and unexpected to all the staff here at Dubcnn.
Features with Shorty B (Part 1 & Part 2), Pee Wee and Sean G have seen masses of Dangerous Crew fans re-emerge as well as many readers and members of our community take the time to learn about the Dangerous Crew when before they were unaware.
With this in mind we are back with another feature, today with an original Hyphy pioneer and Dangerous Crew member Krushadelic. Dangerous Crew fans will remember Krushadelic from his productions on Goldy’s "In The Land of Funk" album, but his contributions go much deeper in the game with Underground Rebellion, S.N.O.P. and others.
In Part 1 of this exclusive interview with Krushadelic, we discuss his humble beginnings, how he got into the entertainment and music business, the birth of "hyphy" and the origins of S.N.O.P. and Underground Rebellion.
Exclusive Interview With Krushadelic (May 2007)
Enjoy this latest feature and stay tuned for Part 2. In the meantime please show your support by dropping in at our forum to relay your feedback to the community.Discuss This Topic
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Eastwood & Meech Wells Announce New Project - May 13, 2007 By : Rud
Earlier this month we dropped exclusive music from Eastwood from his long awaited debut album [see; Eastwood Is "Self-Made" On Latest Single] and back in April we premiered new material by Eastwood linking up with Meech Wells [see; Eastwood & Meech Wells Release New Music].
Today we are back with news and audio from the deadly combination once again. We can exclusively reveal that Meech Wells and Eastwood have aligned to release a new project; "Family Business: Tha Takeover (Volume 1)."
The project, which will be put out under the name Meech Wells Presents: Selfmade Paperchasin Ent, is due for release within the coming months and will feature production from Meech Wells and the Soul Mechanix.
The first track we have today is produced by that production team (Meech Wells / Soul Mechanix) and is entitled "Strangers." This cut also features dubcnn regular Young Joker as well as Livewire and Cutty - the latter two who were featured on dubcnn last year.
Eastwood - Strangers (Feat. Young Joker, Livewire & Cutty)
Next up is a new Eastwood solo track, "Shorty Got Her Eyes On Me." This track is also produced by Meech Wells and is also set to feature on the "Family Business: Tha Takeover (Volume 1)" release.
Eastwood - Shorty Got Her Eyes On Me
Drop in at our forum to leave feedback on the new music and even speak to Meech Wells himself. Stay tuned for the latest news on both Eastwood and Meech Wells right here on dubcnn and lookout for and exclusive interview coming soon. In the meantime check out Eastwood on MySpace and the new Meech Wells MySpace page.Discuss This Topic
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"Ya Neva Goin Drop" State Wing & DJ Ca$$ - May 13, 2007 By : Rud
 Since 2004 we have been keeping you updated on the young Compton senstation Wing from Galaxy West Entertainment. With his range of subject matter and unique style he is a name to take note of and watch out for. Things have been quiet from the label and Wing as of late however DJ Ca$$ recently got together with Wing in the studio and they knocked out a track together as a teaser to what they have to come.
Wing flows over this beat with lyrics focusing on artists that talk about having record deals yet fail to drop an album. This is a taste of what Wing can provide to the game with DJ Ca$$ supplys the beat and mixing on this record.
Wing - Ya Neva Goin Drop (Produced & Mixed By DJ Ca$$)
Lookout for more news and audio from both Wing and DJ Ca$$ as the year progresses right here on dubcnn. In the meantime you can check Wing and DJ Ca$$ on MySpace.Discuss This Topic
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Exclusive Interview With Potluck - May 12, 2007 By : Eddie Gurrola
 Dubcnn recently caught up with Humbolt County duo Potluck to discuss their new album, “Straight Outta Humbolt,” which is available now.
In this exclusive interview, we discuss their collaborations with E-40, The Luniz, and Bosko, how they made it in a region without a rap scene, and their plans for the future. To find out more about Potluck, check out their Myspace page.
Exclusive Interview With Potluck (May 2007)Discuss This Topic
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New Kurupt World Premieres From Solo Album! [Audio] - May 12, 2007 By : Nima
 Yes sir! Dubcnn is back with two world premieres from Kurupt's upcoming solo album! After dropping a series of independent projects both by himself and with his partner Daz, Kurupt is going major on this one again! The album will be executive produced by Snoop Dogg and Kurupt, and they're currently selecting the perfect label situation for the release of the album.
You can exclusively listen to two tracks from the album below. The first one is called "Mystic River", and all I can say is, this is good music. Over a vintage laid back Battlecat production, Kurupt flexes his lyrical muscle, dropping some real life rhymes, with Daz assisting on the hook. Listen to the song below:
Kurupt - Mystic River (Prod. by Battlecat) (STREAM)
The second song is a party jam, a collaboration of Kurupt with some of the freshest new faces on the West. As recently announced on the radio, Kurupt has formed a new group with Terrace Martin and Problem. The trio hooked up with the "best west of the 110" Mykestro to flow over a funky Terrace Martin production. The song is called "All Night", listen below:
Kurupt - All Night (ft. Terrace Martin, Mykestro & Problem) (Prod. by Terrace Martin) (STREAM)
Enjoy the music, and be on the lookout for more news on Kurupt's solo album very soon! Kurupt also wants everybody to lookout for Gail Gotti's debut solo album, which will be overseen by Snoop Dogg & 50 Cent. The Infamous/G-Unit Records signee is ready to show all the doubters and haters what she's capable of! We will be premiering some new music from her project real soon, produced by Niggarachi.
As always, Kurupt has a lot of more on his plate too! Y.A.'s Tri-Star is wrapping up his solo album, and recently shot a video to the first single called "Dresscode Killer", look for that real soon. Y.A. are also finishing up their group album., while Kurupt's Philly group Tangled Thoughts are releasing their album "Philly 2 Cali" May 22nd. And, of course, J. Wells and Kurupt have their group album "Digital Smoke" coming out early June! Looks like Kurupt has some big plans for 2007, keep it locked right here to find out how they unfold!
Before I go though, I've been getting a lot of emails about Tha Dogg Pound's recent appearance on BET's Rap City show. For everybody who requested a video of Kurupt's freestyle, you can watch it by clicking here. Enjoy!
You know, while ya'll peeping out that new Kurupt sh*t, he wanted ya'll to vibe to some old classic DPG shit as well, so here's an old freestyle of Kurupt over The Lox' "We'll Always Love Big Poppa" beat, saying rest in peace to 2Pac and Biggie:
Kurupt - 2Pac & Biggie Tribute (Freestyle)
Vibe off to that until we get back with more music...Discuss This Topic
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DJ Crazy Toones "It's A CT Experience" DVD Contest - May 11, 2007 By : Eddie Gurrola
 Dubcnn has teamed up with the legendary DJ Crazy Toones to deliver copies of his new DVD "It's A CT Experience: The DVD Files" to 50 lucky fans! To win a copy of this outstanding DVD, all you have to do is click on the link below and follow the instructions. The DVD features appearances from Ice Cube, The Game, Snoop Dogg, WC, Daz, Damani, Xzibit, MC Ren, King Tee, Jayo Felony, Soopafly, Young Maylay, Bad Lucc and many more. We would like to extend a special shoutout to DJ Crazy Toones for making this happen! Once again, this DVD is for promotional use only. Toones would like us to issue this disclaimer again.
"What’s crackin’, this is DJ Crazy Toones. “It’s A CT Experience” the DVD, it’s out right now, it ain’t in no stores. IT AIN'T IN NO STORES, because it ain’t for sale. It’s not for sale, it’s just promotion, just giving you a taste of all my homeboys that need to get their shine. So, the only way you can get it is, I guess f-ck with your local bootlegger, whoever, trying to take a little punk ass money. But, we just put it out there, just to show, you know what I’m saying, we are running this shit, this is our coast, we are the West Coast. So, we just did it on the strength, just to give it to y’all, so y’all could see some real quality shit. Quality shit, you know what I’m sayin’? And, we took it to the next level, because, we took it to another level far wise as individuals because, you know, downloading and shit is at an all-time high right now man, so we just opened these doors, and showed these record labels that they’ve got to step it up and do something different.
So, “The CT Experience” is not for sale. It’s for promotional use only. So, get at me if you know me, get at me, I’ll shoot you some, or, you know what I’m sayin’, catch that shit on your local Youtube, loc. That’s it."
DJ Crazy Toones "CT Experience" DVD Contest
Also, check out our recent interview with Toones, where he goes into detail about the making of this DVD, here.Discuss This Topic
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Snoop Dogg Presents: The Big Squeeze [Review] - May 10, 2007 By : Eddie Gurrola
 Today we have a new review. This time we take Snoop Dogg's recent compilation album, "The Big Squeeze," and see what the release holds for listeners.
Released last month, the album sees Tha Doggfather assume his production alias Niggarachi and showcase an array of talent across the release from Westurn Union (Damani, Bad Lucc & Soopafly), to Warzone (Kam, Goldie Loc & MC Eiht) as well as JT The Bigga Figga, and many more.
"The Big Squeeze" receives the Dub Quotable: "'The Big Squeeze’s' greatest strength is the diversity it offers for listeners", and earns a respectable Dub Rating.
Snoop Dogg Presents: The Big Squeeze (Review)
For more recent reviews, including Snoop Dogg, Evidence, Redman, Damizza & Butch Cassidy, Bishop Lamont and Devin The Dude, take some time to check out and then bookmark our Review Section.Discuss This Topic
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Turf Talk Offers "The West Coast Vaccine" On June 5 - May 10, 2007 By : Rud
-sm-dubcnn.jpg) Anticipation for the new Turf Talk album "West Coast Vaccine (The Cure)" has been steadily growing over recent months and we are happy to announce that the wait is almost over. E-40, Sick Wid It Records and Turf Talk have set the street date for "West Coast Vaccine (The Cure)" to June 5th.
"West Coast Vaccine (The Cure)" is the follow up to "Turf Talk - The Street Novelist" and "Turf Talk Brings The Hood Colabilation" and sees the Bay Area representer deliver another stellar release for the fans.
Having grown up all over California including Pomona, L.A., the Vallejo born talent is ready to showcase his skills to a wider audience with this release on Sick Wid It Records. To celebrate this union of Bay Area talent E-40 hopped on Turf Talk's single, the Rick Rock produced, "I Got Chips" which we have for download below.
Turf Talk - I Got Chips (Feat. E-40)
The album also features artists including Freeway, B-Legit, E-40, Locksmith, Too Short and Yukmouth as well as production from Droop-E, Rome, Traxamillion, Tha Bizness and CMT & EA Ski. We will keep you updated on this release over the coming weeks, in the meantime check out Turf Talk on MySpace.Discuss This Topic
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Stat Quo Says "Here We Go" On Dr. Dre Produced Single - May 10, 2007 By : Yash
 His debut album "Statlanta" was expected to be released in 2003, 2004, 2005, and 2006 but has inexplicably been repeatedly pushed back. However it now seems more likely that the Atlanta native will drop an album in 2007 because we have the catchy first single produced by Dr. Dre available for streaming courtesy of Interscope Records.
Stat Quo - Here We Go (Streaming Media)
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Stat Quo's anticipated debut album. Discuss This Topic
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The Fixxers & Kenny Kingpin Unite For "Give Me All Mine" - May 10, 2007 By : Rud
Its been over six months since we last updated you on Regime founder member Kenny Kingpin. Back in October we informed you that he has been busy writing and recording new material and had aligned with DJ Warrior and DJ E-Rock to work with him on his street album "Richest of the Poorest, Poorest of the Richest."
The album, which will include production from Blaqthoven, Bosko & Tone Touch as well as appearences from Yukmouth, Rick Ross, Kam, Bosko & Bo Roc, has been delayed since the single "Baller Boi" was released last year.
That track, which was described as "[Baller Boi] the new west coast dance everybody is doing and the answer to "lean wit it, rock wit it" and "chicken noodle soup". It's not just a dance it's a way life," was produced by Blaqthoven and can be heard again here.
Since then we have been provided with a new single from the release, this time produced by The Fixxers (Quik & AMG), who are currently everywhere (Radio, TV, Ringtones) with their latest single Can You Werk Wit Dat. This new track from Kenny Kingpin is called "Give Me All Mine" and can be downloaded below.
Kenny Kingpin - Give Me All Mine (Produced By The Fixxers)
We will keep you updated on this release and the Po No Mo Entertianment group's projects, in the meantime head over to the Po No Mo Entertianment MySpace page for more information.Discuss This Topic
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Crooked I "Hip-Hop Weekly" - Vol. 6 - May 9, 2007 By : Nima
 It's a new week, so you already knew it was time for a new Crooked I "Hip-Hop Weekly"! As announced in his last freestyle, this week's track is for the ladies! He chose Lloyd's "Get It Shawty", as well as 50 Cent's latest track "Amusement Park". You can download the track below:
Crooked I - Get It Shawty / Amusement Park (Freestyle)
We now have the Official Crooked I Hip-Hop Weekly archive section where you can keep up to date with each weekly installment as it drops.
If Crook keeps at it, he'll have a crazy collection of sick freestyles, He's really demonstrating why he's the most talented rapper out, even after all these years of waiting. Discuss This Topic
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Exclusive Interview With DJ Crazy Toones - May 9, 2007 By : Eddie Gurrola
 Dubcnn recently spoke to the legendary DJ Crazy Toones for a brief interview. With "It's A CT Exeperience: The DVD Files" hitting the streets right now, Toones gave us an inside look on how the DVD was made. He also gave us some news on WC's and Ice Cube's new albums.
Check out the interview below, and get ready for an exclusive special treat involving DJ Crazy Toones, dropping tomorrow. During the interview, he asked that we could issue this Disclaimer in relation to all the inquiries he has been fielding in relation to the sale of the “It’s A CT Experience” DVD.
"What’s crackin’, this is DJ Crazy Toones. “It’s A CT Experience” the DVD, it’s out right now, it ain’t in no stores. IT AIN'T IN NO STORES, because it ain’t for sale. It’s not for sale, it’s just promotion, just giving you a taste of all my homeboys that need to get their shine. So, the only way you can get it is, I guess f-ck with your local bootlegger, whoever, trying to take a little punk ass money. But, we just put it out there, just to show, you know what I’m saying, we are running this shit, this is our coast, we are the West Coast. So, we just did it on the strength, just to give it to y’all, so y’all could see some real quality shit. Quality shit, you know what I’m sayin’? And, we took it to the next level, because, we took it to another level far wise as individuals because, you know, downloading and shit is at an all-time high right now man, so we just opened these doors, and showed these record labels that they’ve got to step it up and do something different.
So, “The CT Experience” is not for sale. It’s for promotional use only. So, get at me if you know me, get at me, I’ll shoot you some, or, you know what I’m sayin’, catch that shit on your local Youtube, loc. That’s it."
Exclusive Interview With DJ Crazy Toones (May 2007)Discuss This Topic
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BabyRee Recordings Recruits Legendary Award-Winning Talent! - May 8, 2007 By : Yash
 Damion "Damizza" Young CEO of BabyRee Records is gearing up for a hot 2007 with the release of its first single "Cruzin" which is already toping radio countdowns accross the country, from the criticly acclaimed album "Back B4 You're Lonely" w/ Butch Cassidy and Damizza, BabyRee is already, feeling its wheels turning and giving the industry something to talk about.
Especially with the second album release for BabyRee Recordings right around the corner, they are already proving they are a force to be reckoned with.
It comes in the form of a Blues album, not a rap or hip-hop album as most would expect, Damizza joined forces with Grammy & Emmy winning music composer Mike Post (Hill Street Blues, A-Team, Law and Order) to Release the L.A. Blues Alliance album "What a Life" on 5/15/2007.
A super group of musicians hand picked by Mr. Post. The group consist of Keb' Mo, Sunny Landreth, Mike Finnigan, Amy Keys, JR Robinson (Grammy winner) , David Morgan, Bob Glaub, W.G. Snuffy Walden (Emmy winner) & Stanley Behrens all accomplished and legendary within their own right, together they bring chemistry unlike any other to make great long lasting music.
On April 18th they all had their first performance together at the House of Blues In Hollywood to a sold out crowd celebrating they’re upcoming release. It was a star-studded event as the red carpet arrivals were a diverse group of stars including Joe Pesci (who was on hand to introduce the group), Ben Harper, Butch Cassidy, Bishop Lamont, Vanessa Marquez and a slue of industry insiders that made the Night a total success.
Damizza has described BabyRee Reecordings as forming into "The west-coast Motown of music." "BabyRee strives to put out a great quality music and that comes in all forms and genre's." Expect to hear a lot more from BabyRee Recordings with more music scheduled to be released soon including the highly anticipated Butch Cassidy solo album due late summer 2007. Discuss This Topic
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Jeff Jones & DJ Felli Fel State: "I Smell Smoke" - May 8, 2007 By : Rud
-sm-(dubcnn).jpg) Dubcnn is always keen to introduce talented new artists to our readers and today is no different. One of the hottest Hip-Hop artists and songwriters emerging from the WestCoast at present is an artist that has been grinding for some time now ghost-writing and recording material to hit the public with.
Los Angeles' own Jeff Jones is what many will see as a breath of fresh air to the game. With his adaptable style, listener friendly tone and ability to flow over an array of beats we are putting money on Jeff Jones becoming a playlist regular over the coming 12 months.
Having put in work behind the scenes Jeff Jones feels he is ready to take the game by storm in 2007. With his partner Solo of Midwest City, known to the industry as Wryters Block, he has worked alongside and written for some of the hottest producers and artists in the game including Trick Daddy, Christina Milian, Chingy and Paul Wall. He has also recently collaborated with hit producers including Jonathan "JR" Rotem, Jazze Pha, and Eric Hudson.
His debut mixtape "I Smell Smoke Volume 1" hosted by LA’s finest DJ Felli Fel of Power 106 and the Heavy Hitters, is out now. The release takes you on a journey through the street hustle and the music industry and features appearances from Ne-Yo, D. Woods of Danity Kane, new R&B group Midwest City (Universal Motown) and label mates LAX Boyz (One Recordings). On the production tip "I Smell Smoke Volume 1" features the sound of hit producer Poli Paul who has worked for artists such as Chingy and The Black Eyed Peas.
Below you can see the full mixtape tracklist for "I Smell Smoke Volume 1" as well as six tracks to preview. We urge you to check these out and support Jeff Jones in 2007 and beyond.
01) Intro - DJ Felli Fel
02) M.U.S.I.C.
03) Me And Mrs. Jones (Feat. D. Woods of Danity Kane)
04) I Said So (Feat. RCS)
05) Ain't No Comparison
06) 10 Step Hustle
07) Strait Spit (Feat. M.E.)
08) Beatin Up Da Block (Produced By Poli Paul)
09) I Smell Smoke (Produced By Poli Paul)
10) So Many Tears
11) Anything
12) Yeeah (Feat. LAX Boyz)
13) Cheatin' On U (Feat. Ne-Yo) (Produced By Poli Paul)
14) Freestyle
15) Lay My Head Down
16) Let Me F**k
17) Money
18) No No No
19) Nigga What (Feat. Midwest City)
20) Nike Airs & Crispy T's (Feat. Poli Paul)
21) Hold Up, Wait A Minute (Feat. Midwest City)
22) 12 To 1 (Feat. Tha Grinch)
23) Everyday
24) 5th Squad Anthem (Produced By TW "T-Dubb")
25) I Wrote This R&B Shit
26) Outro - DJ Felli Fel
In related news Jeff Jones can be heard on the soundtrack for the upcoming film 4 Life, an urban drama starring Wood Harris (The Wire) and Elise Neal (Hustle & Flow, All of Us) as well as on
the track Hey Ma from Midwest City’s album scheduled to drop later this year.
Stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest news and media from Jeff Jones as he continues to work on his solo album "God Given" which is due out later this year - this talented artist and songwriter is certainly one to watch. In the meantime check im out via his official MySpace page.Discuss This Topic
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