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news 1181701133 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn is back at you with another top-notch video feature. We were recently invited to witness history in the making as Westurn Union (Bad Lucc, Soopafly, & Damani) recorded a West Coast unity track tentatively titled “West Coast Roll Call.” The track, produced by Soopafly, features a host of different rising stars on the West Coast, including Jay Rock, Problem, Glasses Malone, Young Maylay, and Mykestro. You can expect to hear it on Westurn Union’s upcoming debut album, which is scheduled for a late summer/fall 2007 release.

In this video feature, we speak with Westurn Union, Jay Rock, BJ The Chicago Kid, Joi Starr, Problem, Terrace Martin, and Holla about their upcoming projects and what to expect from them in the future. We then take you behind the scenes so you can witness the track being recorded and put together. This video is a “must see” for any West Coast fan, so click on the link below to download it now!

Westurn Union – “West Coast Roll Call” Video Feature [June 2007]

While you’re waiting for the video to download, check out some pictures from the studio that night.

Damani & Bad Lucc

Damani & Saaphyri (From “Flavor Of Love”)

Westurn Union (Damani, Bad Lucc, & Soopafly) & Glasses Malone

Myspace links for the artists featured in the video/song (click on the name of the artist):
Westurn Union, Bad Lucc, Damani, Soopafly, Jay Rock, Joi Starr, Problem, Terrace Martin, Young Maylay, Mykestro, & Glasses Malone.

Be on the lookout for more on Westurn Union, and all of the artists featured in this video, real soon on Dubcnn.

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1186140680 - January 1, 1970 By : Almost a month ago we reported that "The General" was getting ready to strike back and today we can finally build up to the imminent release of Watts' own Jag's second mixtape release in the planned trilogy of projects leading to his album debut. Since we first introduced him back in July 2006 Jag has ensured his name has steadily grown thanks to his constant work ethic and grinding across the local scenes and within the industry. His debut mixtape ""Money Over Fame," which was released in conjunction with Dubcnn for free download in January of this year, was the first installment in his "Music Money" mixtape series.

The former New York "Fight Klub" competitor kept the mixtape simple ensuring he showcased his skill, mic prescense and lyrics over a blend of original production and mixtape style freestyles. With original production on the mixtape being handled by Ricc Rude, 1500 Or Nothing, THX, The Animal House, Notch, and DJ Prosper it was evident the musical talent was there and Jag made sure he delivered his multi-dimensional persona.

Today we are back with more news and audio from the sequel mixtape in the "Music Money" series entitled "Tha General Strikes Back." Last month we released the first track that had just been mixed and mastered called
Check Out My Swag which features a bass heavy, club friendly instrumental produced by The Animal House with a Jay-Z sampled hook.

In this update we have an incredible new record from "Volume 2" in this series entitled "One Day" which features the vocal talents of BJ The Chicago Kid whom many will remember appeared in our recent Behind The Scenes Feature With Westurn Union as well as various updates. The new track is produced by DJ Prosper and will be one of two new songs on "Tha General Strikes Back" that feature BJ The Chicago Kid, the second being the Kanye West produced "You Gotta Believe" - yes you read that right; Watts' own Jag got a beat from Kanye!

Jag - One Day (Feat. BJ The Chicago Kid) (Streaming)

In related news Jag is currently heading back out to Milwaukee to re-record his street single called "I'm A West N*gga!" - as soon as we have more news and media we will update you all right here on Dubcnn. Until then make sure you check out and download the afmorementioned free mixtape from Jag Music Money: Volume 1 (Money Over Fame) as well as visiting his official MySpace page.

Rud

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news 1212442839 - January 1, 1970 By : After giving the world an introduction to their music on the mixtape "House Shoe Musik Vol. 1" with DJ Crazy Toones, Bad Lucc, Damani and Soopafly, better known as the group Westurn Union, are ready to finally unleash the first single off their upcoming album "Westurn Union".

Those of you who downloaded "House Shoe Musik" already know what the trio from Watts, Inglewood and Long Beach is capable of, but they're turning it up another notch for the album! We've got the Dirty and Clean versions of the song right here for ya'll to check out.

The track is also self titled, "Westurn Union", and features Daz Dillinger and BJ The Chicago Kid, who you already heard doing his thing on "All Night". Of course, the track is produced by Soopafly himself. Check it out below:

Westurn Union - Westurn Union (ft. Daz Dillinger & BJ The Chicago Kid) (Dirty)
Westurn Union - Westurn Union (ft. Daz Dillinger & BJ The Chicago Kid) (Clean)

The video to the song is being filmed today, so look out for that on dubcnn as soon as it's ready! The official "Westurn Union" album is set to drop in August through Doggystyle/Koch Records.

Westurn Union are, as you probably know by now, about to hit the road with Snoop Dogg and the rest of the crew for the West Fest Tour, so if you get the chance, make sure to catch them performing the song live! We'll keep you updated on any developments as far as the album, so stay tuned!

Incase you missed the free download link for Westurn Union's mixtape "House Shoe Musik" which we dropped last week, catch up on that now:

Westurn Union - House Shoe Musik Vol. 1 (Mixtape) (Free Download)

Nima

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news 1212811082 - January 1, 1970 By : Westurn Union (Bad Lucc, Damani, Soopafly) recently shot a music video for their self titled single "Westurn Union!!". The video was produced by Three/21 Films and directed by Rik Cordero (The Roots, Nas, Snoop). Daz Dillinger and BJ Tha Chicago Kidd were featured guests, and others in attendance included Snoop Dogg, Problem, Jay Rock, Omar Cruz, Halla, Young Dre, Custom Made, L.E.R.S. Squeak Ru, and others. We have a small photo gallery to present of the Westurn Union!! music video shoot.

Westurn Union - Westurn Union!! [Photo Gallery]

Westurn Union - Westurn Union!! (Feat Daz and BJ) [Audio]

Look for Westurn Union on the West Fest tour, and check out the DUBCNN WEST FEST page for the latest updates.

JustinL

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news 1213751591 - January 1, 1970 By : This past Saturday, the West Fest tour kicked off at the Ventura Theatre with a great start. The venue was completely sold out, and upon arrival, lined with enthusiastic fans. To open for the evening, Domino hit the stage with his performance of "Getto Jam". Westurn Union followed up with a performance of their new self titled single featuring BJ Tha Chicago Kidd. Damani, Bad Lucc, & Soopafly also did some of their solo material including, "Inglewood", "Where You From", and "Loosen Control", respectively.

Warzone (MC Eiht, Kam, & Goldie Loc) came out next to represent Compton, Watts, and Long Beach. They performed their new single "Love Me A G", and also some of their solo classics including "Streiht Up Menace", "Whoop Whoop", and "G'd Up". Mistah F.A.B., the only Bay Area artist on the tour, kept true to his title of "Freestyle King", and also performed numerous selections including "Ghost Ride It" and "Super Sic Wid It".

The evening just got started as Tha Dogg Pound hit the stage, and ran through a plethora of classics including "Nothin But The Cavi Hit", "Who Ride With Us", "We Can Freak It", "Big Pimpin", "What Would U Do", and more. After a healthy dose of west coast hip hop, the crowd was ready for the king of the coast, Snoop Dogg, and his DJ, Warren G. Warren captured the crowd with "Regulate" and "This DJ", while Snoop gave the people the classics they wanted to hear, "Whats My Name", "Aint No Fun", and also some of his newer tracks like "Life Of Da Party" & "Sensual Seduction"

Dubcnn has some exclusive videos to present from the Ventura date; Snoop Dogg performing "Ain't No Fun" Feat. Kurupt & Warren G, Warren G performing "Regulate", and a drop from Bad Lucc & Damani.

06/14, Ventura: Snoop Dogg - "Ain't No Fun", Warren G - "Regulate", Damani & Bad Lucc

Check back for more footage from the Ventura date! Look for all your favorite artists on the West Fest tour, and check out the DUBCNN WEST FEST page for the latest updates.Make sure to get your tickets for Central Point, Seattle, Vancouver, Portland, and Spokane.



JustinL

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news 1218663176 - January 1, 1970 By : Westurn Union, now known as Dubb Union will be releasing their debut album on Doggy Style / Koch Records on September 2, 2008. Production on the album includes Teddy Riley, Hi-Tek, THX, Warryn "Baby Dubb" Campbell, J-Doe, and Nominz, with the majority of it being handled by Soopafly himself. Guest features include BJ The Chicago Kidd, Daz Dillinger, Kurupt, Snoop Dogg, Dion, Uncle Chucc and Traci Nelson. The official Dubb Union album cover is also as shown on the left.



Being one of the most anticipated groups to come out the west in a long time, they have crafted a quality album which all fans will enjoy. Snoop weighs in, “Dubb Union has accomplished what few can do- create an incredible Album that you’re gonna want to bang from top to bottom. Damani, Bad Lucc, and Soopafly have crazy chemistry! And they represent that West Coast unity that I’ve been pushing hard. This is Los Angeles music at its finest- with fresh, new music for the streets, the clubs, and the ladies.”

Tracklist:
01) Hata Talk
02) Welcome To The Majors!! (Feat. BJ)
03) Sign Language
04) Westurn Union!! (Feat. BJ and Daz Dillinger)
05) Don’t Like You Girl (Feat. Snoop Dogg)
06) We Both Know (Feat. Dion)
07) Dippin Thru
08) Turn It Up
09) Eusi Umoja (interlude by Minister Tony Muhammad)
10) Struggle (Feat. BJ)
11) Tear It Off
12) Bacc Talk (Feat. Dion)
13) Dub You!! (Feat. Kurupt & Traci Nelson)
14) Miles Away!! (Feat. BJ)
15) Getting Mines (Feat. Uncle Chucc)

Link to download Dubb Union - House Shoe Musik Vol 1.

Also look out for the music video directed by Rik Cordero to drop real soon!

JustinL

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news 1219167201 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubb Union (Damani, Bad Lucc, Soopafly) recently shot a music video for their self titled single "Westurn Union!!". The video was produced by Three/21 Films and directed by Rik Cordero (The Roots, Nas, Snoop). Daz Dillinger and BJ Tha Chicago Kidd were featured guests, and others in attendance included Snoop Dogg, Problem, Jay Rock, 211, Omar Cruz, Halla, Young Dre, Custom Made, L.E.R.S. Squeak Ru, and others. Please check out the official music video below:

Dubb Union - Westurn Union!! [Official Music Video]


Dubb Union - Westurn Union!! (Behind The Scenes Part 1).
Dubb Union - Westurn Union!! (Behind The Scenes Part 2).
Dubb Union - Westurn Union!! (Feat Daz and BJ) [Audio]
Dubb Union - House Shoe Musik Vol 1 [Audio]

Dubb Union will be releasing their debut album on Doggy Style / Koch Records on September 2, 2008.



JustinL

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news 1113353359 - January 1, 1970 By : Even though we report on other areas, you know we still are the number 1 source for ALL your West Coast needs! And, we're at it again! Breaking new artists from CA to VA and Worldwide! Today we present a young emcee out of the I.E., named SkiLL. Though, he was raised in San Bernardino, he reps the whole I.E. He names people like Sly Boogy, Eminem, Young Zee & Pacewon (Outsidaz), Big L, Crooked I and Wordsworth as his influences.

The up and comer just finished his 1st Mixtape and is already working on Volume 2 as this is being typed. He states his objective is to "change Hip Hop in the long run or at least add what I have to offer to it, as long as I'm puttin' San Bernardino, CA on the map." He says he'd like to work with Sly Boogy, Crooked I, Dr. Dre, Juice, Savior (whom we will have something on VERY soon), Young Zee, Kanye West, Dirty Birdy, Pacewon, Dr. Stank among others.

We'll be bringing you MUCH more on the homie SkiLL. This is just a tiny insight into what the kid is really capable of. Enough talking, download
SkiLL - Tha Mixtape Vol. 1 now!

You know how it goes! Dubcnn, runnin' the West!

SGV

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news 1120980788 - January 1, 1970 By : We got a little audio update from Mikkey for ya'll. The Chicago native is still working hard on his upcoming album entitled Nat Turner’s Revenge which will be out later this year on Jermaine Dupri's Virgin Records. The song below is called Gotta Get Betta Than This II. The original song is off an old Cash Money mixtape and features TQ, Baby and Gillie Da Kid. Click here to download.

Anyways, check out Part Two. We've got two versions up for download: one with R&B singer Traye D and one without. No word yet if one of these two versions song will actually end up on Mikkey's album or on something else, but, check it out, it's hot!

--download links--
Mikkey -
"Gotta Get Betta Than This II"
Mikkey - "Gotta Get Betta Than This II" (feat. Traye D)

Also, please pay a visit to Mikkey's new improved Uncrowned City website. It contains a biography, an audio section, etc. Check out the new Uncrowned City video promo here.



Yash

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news 1123521709 - January 1, 1970 By : Mtv.com hooked up with DJ Quik to talk breifly about his Trauma Mixtape. Here's the article:

DJ Quik is readying his new LP, Trauma, and put this mixtape out as a warmup. Along with the new tracks, Quik mixed in some of his greatest hits, like "Tonight" and "Pitch in on a Party."

"I'm 14 years in the game," Quik said. "There's some kids that weren't even born when my first album came out. I wanted to draw a timeline between my old stuff and my new stuff and bridge it to where there's a level of continuity."

Quik describes some of the songs that appear on the mixtape ...

Joints To Check For

"Fandango" featuring B-Real. "It was like watching Michael Jordan play," he said about working with the leader of Cypress Hill. "Having a ticket to a Chicago Bulls game, when Jordan was playing with the Bulls. Watching him in his zone when he had 40-45 points. Dude is a perfectionist."

Quik said his new record has nothing to do with the famous Internet movie Web site. "Fandango was around before the Internet. Fandango is a Spanish-American dance. It's a lively tempo dance. It's almost like the tango. That's what it says in the Merriam-Webster [dictionary]. The second entry is [defined as] 'tomfoolery.' That's what it says in the dictionary, that's what I go by. I remember Queen saying it too on 'Bohemian Rhapsody.' When I was little I never understood what they meant by 'do the fandango.' "


"Does the Good Life Exist" with Shawn Anthony. "I was just venting," Quik said of the song. "I was talking about some people that pissed me off a little bit. The funny thing about that record is that people liked it, but they thought I was taking a shot at Aaliyah at the beginning by saying 'I feel like that plane in the Bahamas.'

"But before I did the record I went to the Bahamas to be a part of that salt water and relax. Jet ski," he added. "I came back to New York and recorded that record. We had an issue with the plane. The baggage-claim dude was flirting with my girl and she checked him. I wasn't taking a shot at Aaliyah, but I didn't want to change the line because I lived it. It was just wordplay. I was shouting out Mausberg [on another line in the song] too because I miss him. Him being dead is a great injustice to hip-hop because I feel he was next."


"Doughe." The Compton, California, legend said that this record is dedicated to Mixmaster Spade and Quik's niece, who both died this year.

"I grew up with my niece, she was 28 years old," he said. "And to see a kid in a coffin — especially to see a kid you saw when they was first born and to see them at the end of their life — it f---ed me up. It affected my breathing. F--- my psyche, it affected the way I breathe. It was like somebody took an organ away from me without my permission. She was a gorgeous kid. She was the anchor of the family, a peacemaker. So I did [the beat for the song] all in a major key. I didn't want to darken the mood. Death sucks, but I played it in all major key because it always makes you happy even though it's a death march, in a sense."




Adon

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news 1127449799 - January 1, 1970 By : Saidah was born in Chicago, Illinois but relocated to Southern California when Saidah was 8 months. By the age of 2, Saidah was determined to be a great entertainer. At 12, she was an accomplished dancer and cheerleader, and had mastered tumbling, acrogymnatics, the trapeze and the teeterboard. Because of her specialty training, Saidah had landed her first national commercial and print modeling jobs.

Later, Saidah was able to travel to New York were she recorded her first 2 songs. Shortly after returning from New York Saidah entered her first talent show, the San Bernardino City Wide Talent Show and won 1st place. Top Notch Records teamed up with Saidah, where she recorded more singles and collaborated with local Hip-Hop artist. During her Top Notch relationship, Saidah’s stunning beauty and vocal talent awarded her the Miss Inland Empire crown allowing her to compete in the Miss California Pageant at the tender age of 17.

In 2 years, Saidah moved on to performing on local T.V. and radio stations, the Annual National Orange Show Festival, Inland Empire malls, opening act for national R&B/Hip-Hop artist and performing at High Schools throughout the Inland Empire with the New WILD 96 Hip-Hop & R&B radio station. Saidah is the hottest and by far the most talented up and coming female artist in the Inland Empire with her fan base growing daily. Saidah’s style is so unique the industry has not created a category to put her in.

Here's some audio from Saidah. On "Another Life" she professes her love for a man who has another life, I.E. Wife and Kids.

Saidah - Another Life

Saidah's broken heart is exposed on "Love Don't Live Here."

Saidah - Love Don't Live Here

We roll with Saidah to the club on "Party 2 Nite." Title is self explanatory... check the track!

Saidah - Party 2 Nite

Click the links to get larger versions of the picture above and a few others : Saidah 1, Saidah 2, Saidah 3

Visit her official Website: Saidahz.com

Enjoy!

SGV

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news 1147879586 - January 1, 1970 By : He's one of the hottest commodities in the South on the Mic. And the other IS the go to guy for all Southern Mixtapes. I'm talking about the NO's Lil Wayne and Atlanta resident, by way of Philly, DJ Drama, respectively. In 2005, the Emcee and DJ released Dedication, a part of the famed Gangsta Grillz series, as a follow up for Wayne's album The Carter. To keep it uniform, they're readying a follow up to the highly acclaimed Dedication Mixtape, with Dedication 2, which is also a follow up to Wayne's latest album The Carter 2, dropping May 23rd.

We got a track off the Mixtape for ya'll to preview. It's a Remix to the Busta Rhymes and T.I. collaborative effort "Cannon." This go around, we find Weezy teaming with a host of emcees from all over the Map such as Philadelphia native and G-Unit/Roc-A-Fella repper, Freeway, Chicago's Lupe Fiasco and Juice of The Replacementz, as well as Michigan up and comers Detroit Red from Detroit and Willie The Kid from Grand Rapids (Who is also the brother of Wu Tang affiliate LA The Darkman).

With a hot back drop from Aphilliates member DJ Don Cannon, these young flame spitters wreck the beat like you would expect. Check it out below:

DJ Drama & Lil Wayne feat. Freeway, Willie The Kid, Detroit Red & Juice of The Replacementz - Cannon Remix (Prod. Don Cannon)

Place an order for this Mixtape and any other DJ Drama Mixtape at GangstaGrillz.com.

Shouts to DJ Warrior and the Cali Untouchable DJs for the hook up!

SGV

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news 1160568049 - January 1, 1970 By : I have some new music from V.O., who most of you might recognize as Devoe, which he was formally known as. The Lynwood rapper is currently working on his new project "Tha Black Experience", which is set to hit the streets in January 2007.

The direction he's taking on this one is different from what you might expect, V.O. comes with some real lyrics and researched subject matter. The production is also very clean, on the title track "Tha Black Experience" V.O. speaks on the trials and tribulations in the black community, and on "When I Talk To God" he tells us about his faith, and the struggle young kids have to go through to grow up where he grew up.

We have a few tracks available for you to listen to, to get an idea of what the record sounds like. Check them out below:

V.O. - Tha Black Experience
V.O. - When I Talk To God
V.O. - Thatz Hood

V.O. is also featured on the "Bloods & Crips: Rep Yo Hood" CD & DVD which is in stores now, so catch him on that! For more information, check out myspace.com/devomuzik.

Nima

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news 1160918159 - January 1, 1970 By : Over the past 12 months we have kept you updated on the work of the WestCoast duo NV. Last year they received a heavy buzz from the material we released and have been steadily performing across the country.

This hard work has resulted in labels offering them deals as well as an invitation to perform on BET's 106 & Park on November 1st to perform new music from their latest release; "NV Presents: Pep Boi Music Volume 1." We have the single from this release which they are going to perform on the show as well as two other cuts.

Since "NV Presents: Pep Boi Music Volume 1." hit the streets it has moved over 3,000 units at stores and shows in the past two months. The CD features production from a host of WestCoast talent including 1500 or Nothin, J-Classic, THX, J-Doe, GX, 15, Dame Taylor as well as guest appearences from Watts represnter and Westurn Union group member Bad Lucc as well as B.J. The success of the album is due to the work ethic and grind the group has put in over the past year. With the help of Stayfresh Entertainment and its streeteam, NV have been able to produce their own events and concerts which in turn has generated a huge buzz. As well as working on "NV Presents: Pep Boi Music Volume 2", NV are also working on an as yet, top secret, innovative project that we will keep all readers updated on.

NV Presents: Pep Boi Music Volume 1 - Front Cover | Back Cover

01) Greatness (Produced By. GX)
02) My Turn (Feat. B.J.) (Produced By 1500 Or Nothin)
03) Leanin' (Produced By J-Doe)
04) Pass The Weed (Produced By. 15)
05) Farewell (Produced By. J Classic)
06) Move (Produced By. 15)
07) We Smokin' (Produced By. Dame Taylor)
08) All On me (Produced By. Golden Eye & JR)
09) Pep Boi Gang (Produced By. Dame Taylor)
10) New Age Pimpin (Produced By. THX & J-Doe)
11) Alone With You (Produced By. The Hitboys)
12) Pep Boi Villa (Produced By. Dame Taylor)
13) So Ghetto So Hood (Prod. By THX)
14) Sometimes (Feat. Bad Lucc) (Produced By. THX)
15) Everywhere I Go (Feat. Bad Lucc) (Produced By. J Classic)
16) Where Im From (Feat. Bad Lucc) (Produced By. J Classic)

As always we will have the latest from this talented duo, until then enjoy the music and look out for them on BET's 106 & Park on November 1st.

Rud

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news 1172832689 - January 1, 1970 By : Since we first unleashed Watts flame spitter Bad Lucc onto our readers in 2005 things have snowballed dramatically for the up and coming artist.

From relative obscurity he emerged and instantly made the world sit up and take note; from his vocal tone to his flow, from his lyrics to his ability to craft a song - he made sure that when he dropped a track it was fresh and worthy of listeners attention.

Westurn Union, a group that he had been in with Damani for some time at this point, also started reciving attention with the "Jackin' 4 DJ's" series they were putting out and soon recruited a third member, Soopafly. The buzz grew stronger, the music kept getting fresher and before anyone knew what was happening the group was working on their debut album, made an appearance on Snoop Dogg's "The Blue Carpet Treatment" and Damani inked a deal with Sony Records. Not bad for a year's work!

While Damani and the Westurn Union as a collective continue work on their debut albums, Bad Lucc also wants to ensure 2007 is the year of his first solo outing. Since the turn of the year he has had his head down grinding out hits for his release which, although not yet titled, will be out after the Westurn Union album in the summer.

The first track we have is a THX produced banger that sees Bad Lucc getting real serious for a moment on the issues that are really effecting his life; "I cant really hit the streets cause i aint risking it all, i don't wanna say oh sh-t but there's chickens involved, i gotta take life slow, that was passing me by, too weak to hold my head, too much of a man to cry, on the comp all day, myspace and the blogs, i would love to get out, no money no cars, bills popping up and i ain't made no moves, i feel sick, shit stunna must've took my groove, i could fall down through it, but that ain't my style i just conjour up a way to keep making these smiles."

The lyrics don't get the angst he creates with his voice as he delivers these heatfelt verses and when they align with the killer hook by B.J. The Chicago Kid you really get the truth he is trying to get across.

Bad Lucc -
Real Sh-t (Feat. B.J. The Chicago Kid) (Produced by THX)

On the second cut Bad Lucc enlists Westurn Union partner in rhyme Damani and fellow Watts native Halla [see our On The Come Up article] for a track called "Gangstas." This high tempo, heavy bass production is by none other than Swiff D, who laced the acclaimed Pacific Division track "Women Problems" that we dropped last year, all the MC's on this track match the hard hitting beat with equally vicious lyrics.

When asked about the track Bad Lucc told Dubcnn; "This one is just about how in Cali, we dont need a reason to do sh-t. We just go. Whether it's shooting, fighting, whatever. We dont need a reason to do that sh-t. We from Killa Cali. Its all green light. This is more war than peace, ya dig!"

Bad Lucc - Gangstas (Feat. Damani & Halla) (Produced by Swiff D)

We guarantee that if your a fan of Lucc already then he has not dissapointed again with this new music and those of you new to the talent then this is sure to turn your attention and make you a believer! Stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on Bad Lucc's debut, Damani's album and the Westurn Union project. In the meantime head over to Bad Lucc's MySpace page for more information, images and audio.

Rud

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news 1196879304 - January 1, 1970 By : The #1 Spot For Album Credits, Dubcnn's own; The Vault is back once again, this time updated with 109 new and upcoming fall/winter releases.

The winter schedule looks crazy, but these albums already dropped:

Cassidy dropped
B.A.R.S (The Barry Adrian Reese Story) about a month ago. Producers listed; Swizz Beatz, Neo Da Matrix, Hi-Tek, Bink, Nottz, etc. Guested by Swizz, Bone Thugs, Eve, Rell, John Legend, and more.


Freeway's sophomore album Free At Last features few, but big names: 50 Cent, Jay-Z, Rick Ross, Marsha, and production from Bink, Jake One, Dame Grease, JR Rotem, Cool N Dre, Dangerous LLC, etc.

Ghostface Killah released yet another solo album on Dec. 4th, The Big Doe Rehab, with production from Sean C & LV, Scram Jones, Frequency, etc. Beanie Sigel, Kid Capri, Method Man, Masta Killa, Raekwon, and more stops by for guestspots.

Same day as Ghostface, Scarface dropped MADE, with Nottz, Mike Dean, N.O. Joe, Tone Capone, and more behind the boards.

On the subject of Ghosts, Styles P is gearing up his album release tempo, Super Gangster (Extraordinary Gentleman) was also shipped in stores on December 4th, with production from Pete Rock, Hi-Tek, Alchemist, Swizz Beatz, Akon, Green Lantern, Vinny Idol, Dame Grease, Kid Capri, and more, along with an allstar lineup of guest-stars; Jadakiss, Sheek, Akon, Ghostface, Beanie Sigel, Black Thought, Ray J, etc.

Jay-Z's highly anticipated American Gangster was released to rave reviews, guested by Nas, Beanie Sigel, Lil Wayne, Bilal, production from Diddy, Sean C, LV, Neptunes, Just Blaze, Jermaine Dupri, etc.

Twista dropped Adrenaline Rush 2007 almost out of nowhere, with collabos from Bone Thugs, Cee-Lo, R.Kelly, T-Pain, Speedknot Mobstaz, and production from the usual suspects; Neptunes, Toxic, Cuzo, Jazze Pha, and R.Kelly.

DJ Drama released his long awaited compilation Gangsta Grillz: The Album, featuring T.I., Diddy, Twista, Young Jeezy, Rick Ross, Jadakiss, Outkast, G-Unit, Devin The Dude, Clipse, Freeway, etc.

In the upcoming weeks, look out for these albums:

Beanie Sigel is offering The Solution on December 11th, with R.Kelly, Jay-Z, Styles P, Diddy, Ghostface, Scarface, etc. Cool N Dre, Rockwilder, Dre & Vidal, The Runners, Reefa on the beats.

The Wu-Tang Clan is back, also on Dec. 11th, 8 Diagrams featuring production from RZA, with a little help from Mathematics & Easy Mo Bee. George Clinton, Cappadonna, Erykah Badu, Streetlife, John Frusciante stops by for some verses.

Check out all the newest additions in "What's New".

Check out the index at Dubcnn The Vault or The Vault Index in our forum, where you can also see artist/producer discographies and videographies, created and maintained by our forum members.

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news 1201293241 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn introduced readers to Sene back in 2006, and we're coming back with some new updates regarding this young talent. Sene has constantly been working on new material and projects this past year, having released "Beautifully Ugly" and "Garbage Pail Kids" (w/ Chief).

Sene is currently working on his new project "Brooklyn Bridges", and is prepping the release of a new single with Blu called "True Love", coming out February 23rd.


Dubcnn has some audio and video from Sene for the readers to preview today:
Sene - I'm Sayin
Sene - Caution
Sene - Gimme Room
Sene - Stride Rite (Music Video).

Upcoming shows w/ Blu, Elzhi, House Shoes
February 1st @ University of California, San Diego
February 3rd @ The Loft (Tempe, Arizona)

For more information, please visit http://www.myspace.com/brooklynsene.

Look out for a feature update on Dubcnn regarding the new "Patch Adams" project that Sene is collaborating on with Blu (Myspace.com/herfavcolor).

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news 1204575289 - January 1, 1970 By : Hip Hop Legend Bun B and one half of the award winning duo UGK readies for the debut of his highly anticipated sophomore solo album, II Trill, which will be released on April 29th courtesy of Rap-A-Lot/Asylum.

Upon the heels of success with UGK's 2007 seventh album release of the 26-song, two-CD set, UGK (Underground Kingz) which claimed the #1 spot in the country and presented the duo with two Grammy nominations for the soulful smash hit "Int'l Players Anthem (I Choose You)" featuring Outkast, Bun will finally introduce the follow-up to his critically acclaimed and Gold Certified debut solo effort, Trill which was released in 2005 and peaked at #1 on the Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums Chart.

II Trill will include guest features by artists that include Lupe Fiasco, Lil Wayne, 8 Ball & MJG, David Banner, Rick Ross, Z-Ro, Mya, Mike Jones and Slim Thug. The Houston rapper also collaborated with hitmakers Mister Lee, Scott Storch, Jazzy Pha, Bigg Tyme, Black Out Movement, Clinton Sparks, Enigma and Chops to name a few.

Currently on a national promotional tour to promote II Trill and its first single, a JR Rotem produced track titled "That's Gangsta" featuring Sean Kingston, Bun B is partnering with Microsoft Zune on a series of promotional events and programs focused on making a more direct connection with his fans through a strong presence on the road, at retail, and on Zune digital platforms. While on the road, he will be making appearances at several Boys & Girls Clubs . Bun is also a part of Zune Social, an online music community where he is able to share his experience on the road and interact with music lovers.

Fans can connect with Bun directly by visiting http://www.zune.net/bunb and
http://social.zune.net/member/BunBIITrill .

Bun B tour dates are as follows (subject to change):

DATE CITY VENUE
Feb. 29th Fayetteville, NC The Palace
Mar. 1st Richmond, VA High Lights
Mar. 2nd Washington DC Platinum Night Club
Mar.3rd - 4th New York, NY Press/Promo
Mar. 5th Cleveland , OH Boys & Girls Club and Metropolis
Mar. 6th Indianapolis, IN Lilly Unit Boys & Girls Club
Mar. 7th Detroit, MI Zoo Bar
Mar. 8th Cincinnati, OH Club Annies
Mar. 9th - 10th Chicago, IL Venue TBA
Mar. 12th - 13th Austin, TX South by Southwest
Mar. 14th San Antonio, TX East Side Boys & Girls Club
Mar. 15th Houston, TX Club Levels
Mar. 20th Oklahoma City, OK Venue TBA
Mar. 21st Kansas City, MO Venue TBA
Mar. 22nd St. Louis, MO Mathews Dickey Boy & Girls Club
Mar. 26th-28th Los Angeles, CA Press/Promo and House of Blues
Mar. 29th San Francisco, CA Venue TBA
Mar. 30th Oakland, CA Venue TBA


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news 1211224824 - January 1, 1970 By : In the packed confines of clubs around their hometown of Chicago and throughout the world The Cool Kids' irresistible, hooky rhymes and club cramming beats seamlessly bridge the old and new schools of hip hop while assuring them a sure-fire path to world-wide attention. In their short amount of time as a duo The Cool Kids have been featured in Rolling Stone, XXL, The Source, Spin, Paper Magazine, CBS News, The New Yorker, The Fader, and on the cover of The Urb - all without a single release to their name!

Chuck Inglish and Mikey Rocks met on MySpace in 2005 while Chuck was attending Illinois Art Institute in Chicago and Mikey was still in High School. In August 2006, under a year from their formation, the duo began performing at venues and parties around the city. They grabbed the attention of breakout DJs Flosstradamus, who were responsible for a much-hyped monthly dance night at the Town Hall Pub in Chicago. They invited The Cool Kids to appear and word of their energizing performances spread quickly. In March 2007 The Cool Kids joined Flosstradamus and other Chicago artists for a show at SXSW. Following this performance and an appearance at the WMC in Miami with A-Trak, The Cool Kids began grabbing the attention of national media.

After hosting reviews of several of their mp3s, Pitchfork offered The Cool Kids a coveted spot at the 2007 Pitchfork Festival, where they shared the stage with De La Soul and Clipse. Impressed by their talents, DJ Benzi gave the duo space in a track entitled "Getting It" where the two decidedly hold their own pitted against Lil Wayne, one of the most inventive, competitive, and successful MCs in the world. Their songs "Mikey Rocks" and "88" have been featured in the HBO series Entourage and the game NBA Live08, respectively. The video for the debut single "Black Mags." was featured on MTVu's Freshman Five. They concluded 2007 with a 30-day, sold out tour with M.I.A., bringing their tally of performances to over 150 for that year.

Early on The Cool Kids established their own "Creating Art for Kids Everywhere" recordings - the label under which the duo have written, record, and produced all their own music. Initially, the duo planned to release their own album on C.A.K.E. in July 2007. Due to such tremendous success in such a short period of time the release date was pushed back. "We thought we'd only need to press up a thousand CDs at best," said Mikey. "But when we started getting messages from Sweden, Iceland, France and Germany we knew this may be bigger than we can handle at this stage." Last October The Cool Kids signed a deal with Chocolate Industries. The highly anticipated debut EP "The Bake Sale" is expected early Spring 2008 on C.A.K.E. / Chocolate Industries.

Cool Kids - What Up Man (Windows)
Cool Kids - What Up Man (Quicktime)
Cool Kids - What Up Man (Real)

For more information on the The Cool Kids, please check out www.coolxkids.com, myspace.com/gocoolkids, and/or chocalateindustries.com

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news 1213553117 - January 1, 1970 By : A little over a year ago, we first introduced you to a duo from Seattle, WA called the Parker Brothaz, who dropped their debut "Meet The Parkers" at that time. A year later, Stretch and Eclipse have stayed on the grind and recently released their new album "So Freshcoast" which is on iTunes now.

They have an incredible track they just did with Rapper Big Pooh of Little Brother, a remix to their track "Text Me", which convinced me to re-introduce these guys to our dubcnn viewers. Make sure to check out the Kuddie Mak produced track below:

Parker Brothaz - Text Me (ft. Rapper Big Pooh of Little Brother)

The "So Freshcoast" album is executive produced by Dow Jones and J-Hen aka Tha Bizness, who also handled most of the production. Additional production was handled by Jake One, Vitamin D and the aformentioned Kuddie Mak.

Dubcnn has teamed up with Tha Bizness to give away 5 exclusive copies of the "So Freshcoast" album. All you need to do is email nima@dubcnn.com with your full name and mailing adress, the 5 winners will be picked randomly. Good luck!

Be on the lookout for another "Text Me" remix to drop soon, featuring Talib Kweli, Glasses Malone, Mistah FAB and Naledge of Kidz In The Hall. Parker Brothaz just got off a Northwest tour with E-40, so be on the lookout for the full remix on dubcnn soon!

Nima

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news 1214956495 - January 1, 1970 By : There is no doubt that Double-0 and Nalledge aka Kidz In The Hall have an unconventional success story compared to what you hear most of the time when talking to rap artists. The Chicago/New Jersey duo released their debut album "School Was My Hustle" in 2006 through Rawkus Records, and later aligned with Duck Down Records to release their latest album "The In Crowd".

Some refer to their style as "hipster hip-hop", but you don't have to categorize them in order to dig their music. Incase you aren't familiar with Kidz In The Hall, we have just what you need to get introduced to them.

They just released a West Coast remix to their current single "Driving Down The Block", using the "Nuthin' But A G Thang" sample. They reached out to fresh Universal signees Pacific Division, Young Money's Tyga, Blu Division's Glasses Malone and the Prince of the Bay Mistah FAB to jump on the remix with them.

Shouts out to okayplayer.com for the exclusive, check out the "Driving Down The Block" West Coast remix:

Kidz In The Hall - Driving Down The Block (West Coast Remix) (ft. Pacific Division, Tyga, Glasses Malone & Mistah FAB)

To hear more from Kidz In The Hall, check out their MySpace page.

Nima

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news 1215556638 - January 1, 1970 By : A new official press release for Lil Eazy-E's solo debut "Prince Of Compton" has just been issued. This raises hopes for the Compton rapper to finally drop his album, which fans have now been waiting on for several years. Check out the press release:

"The West Coast has birthed some of the hardest lyrics to hit the rap world, with songs like “F**k the Police,” “6 N the Mornin,” and “It Was a Good Day.” The heart of some of the grittiest rhymes emerged from the streets of Compton, where hustling, and gangbanging were a way of life.

NWA introduced the world to Gangster Rap in the 80’s; Lil Eazy-E will resuscitate it in 2008, with his debut release on the Universal/Blackground label “Prince of Compton,” scheduled to drop September 16, 2008. The first release “What We’re Claimin” is a gangster’s anthem, with rich lyrical flow over funky, hard hitting beats.

Lil Eazy-E continues the legacy of his late father, rap icon Eric Eazy-E Wright, by delivering a searing collection of bone-crushing songs about the streets of his hometown, Compton. Lil Eazy’s lyrics reflect on the life and untimely death of his father, giving listeners an intimate look into their world.

He is prepared to put his own personal twist on the legacy left by his father. Lil Eazy-E’s lyrics tell the story of his life growing up in Compton, and living with one of the icons of gangster rap. He addresses all who have questioned his skills, the life and death of his father, and studio gangsters building careers by imitating the appearance and persona of West Coast pioneers that brought the streets of South Central to the rap game. Having grown up with many of the legends of gangster rap, it’s only natural that he call-out those that are faking in their music and in front of the cameras.

Lil Eazy-E is holding nothing back. He is dealing with subjects that until now have been fueled by rumors, such as his lifestyle since his fathers passing.

A lot of people probably think I grew-up in the Suburbs of Southern California, living a privileged life. What they don’t know is I was born and raised in the same house as my father, the oldest of nine kids. We were a big family that all grew-up together. I lived the same life as my father, and I’m giving you that life on ‘The Prince of Compton’,” explains Lil Eazy-E.

Prince of Compton” brings West Coast rap back with a vengeance, merging the flavor of N.W.A on songs such as “Money and Power” and “They Killed You,” and mixing things up with “This Ain’t a Game” featuring Bone Thugs, which takes listeners back to the Ruthless days. Lil Eazy-E also pays homage to one of his childhood hero’s Ice Cube on “Shotgun” which was inspired by the street classic “Today Was a Good Day.”

Ice Cube was a huge influence on my record. Knowing him as a kid and then working with him as a man was a great learning experience,” said Lil Eazy-E.

With a phenomenal debut album, budding record company and fledgling roster of talented rappers, Lil Eazy-E is poised to become the next West Coast Rap Kingpin, just as his father did nearly 20 years ago."

Check out Lil Eazy-E's current single "What We're Claiming":

Lil Eazy-E -
What We're Claiming

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news 1085557817 - January 1, 1970 By : And it don't stop. Dubcnn always coming with the exclusives, not just for fans, but artists, too.

Latin Artists, are you interested in promoting your music out in Guadalajara, Mexico? The homies from Unknown Muzic Ent. recently had their first show out there. Their artist JenRO, who recently got signed to La Movida Records, performed along with MC Lu-K from Mexico City. The next show is currently being planned for this summer. They will be hosting the events every two months or so and they are trying to get as many different latin artists out there as possible. You will have a place to stay, either in a house or at one of their hotels. Not to mention you can catch some VIP treatment at their clubs. Spanish songs are not a must, but they would be a definite plus. Joe from Unknown would like to hear from you.

Send a package with your music and info(MAKE SURE you include a phone number) to:

Attn: Eventos Guadalajara
Unknown Muzic Ent
957 White Dr.
Santa Clara, Ca 95051

Also, when you do send a package or just have questions, you can send an E-mail to mailto:youngjoe@unknownmuzic.com?subject=Guadalajara Show and let him know.


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news 1085559595 - January 1, 1970 By : Big Hutch a.k.a. Cold 187um, of the Legendary West Coast supergroup, Above The Law returns with his second solo release, "Live From The Ghetto."

Hip-Hop heads especially those west-coast purists last heard from Hutch back in 1999. He released his first solo debut "Executive Decisions" on his independent label, WestWorld Records. A lot has went on in the past five years and just when people thought that he and Above The Law were finished, they creep back and re-invent themselves and the game.

After the release of "Executive Decisions" and ATL’s "Forever Rich Thugs", Hutch received a call from then-incarcerated mogul Suge Knight to run the music production end at Death Row Records. Hutch’s signature G-Funk sound could be found on 2Pac’s "Until The End Of Time", The Dogg Pound’s "The Dogg Pound 2002" Snoop Dogg’s "Dead Man Walkin’", and the Death Row compilation "2 Gangsta For Radio." Despite the success of Death Row’s post 2Pac era, the label and Hutch couldn’t see eye to eye about the direction or release of the Above The Law album, then called "Diary Of A Drug Dealer" says Hutch, "As the owner of WestWorld, I wanted to see ATL in the upper echelon of the business, not just caught up in the mill of things."

"Live From The Ghetto" is not a mere title nor a misnomer, it is the mind state and environment that 187um has always been a part of and it’s evident throughout the album. This path has taken Hutch back to his gritty and grimy foundation as a premier emcee and producer. He had pulled back from his production duties for the past few years, by inviting new up-and-coming producers into the fold. Hutch always felt a need to help those burgeoning talent get immediate exposure. In fact the last two WestWorld releases featured affiliated producers who were inspired and hung around the group long enough to get bit by the G-Funk bug. In 2004, Cold 187um felt that it was time that he got behind the boards again and give the fans those patented gangsta-funk beats behind his well-known thugged out delivery. But never breaking the mold, well known west-coast producer Mark Sparks contributed 4 tracks to the album to add a slightly different, but certified west-coast rhythms that doesn’t stray away from the musical foundation Hutch has created for the album.

Cold 187um decided to remake a classic love song, "Give Me Your Love (Love Song)" performed by none other than the late great Curtis Mayfield. The formula for tackling a noted classic from a classic movie from the blaxploitation era of African American cinema? "Curtis Mayfield is one of my all-time favorite musicians" says Hutch. "The song is classic and you can’t top it, so all I could do is pay homage to him by adding my style to it and telling a similar story that the original is based on. Basically, "Give Me Your Love" is about a brother on the daily grind doing what he got to do, but knowing whatever happens, his woman got his back regardless of the outcome."Above The Law, Kokane, and upstarts Young Madd, Geno, and Vietnam graces the album.

Hutch feels that "Live From The Ghetto" is very reminiscent of Uncle Sam’s Curse not necessarily in the way of political opinion, but the overall realness that was the at the core of that noted classic album. The overall subject matter may be a bit racy for the commercial radio format, but for those who are familiar with 187um and ATL know they always offer a positive and possible solution within the content of their music.
As an entrepreneur, Hutch has always envisioned himself as being the sole controller of his destiny even before he decides to retire. He would like to see his company, WestWorld Entertainment Group, become the independent powerhouse that rivals the legendary Ruthless and Death Row Records, both of whom he is very familiar with. Hutch is very comfortable with his current distribution deal, which he has a history with from the days Above The Law were recording for Tommy Boy Records.

"Live From The Ghetto" is WestWorld Record’s third major release. The first single is entitled "Lyrical Murda" WestWorld Records has already hit various markets around the country with their own mixtape hosted by none other than Big Hutch himself. "The mixtape basically re-introduces me to the community and lets them know what they can expect with this album. We’ve been receiving great feedback from the mixtape, the streets is definitely feeling it, especially here in Los Angeles."

"Live From The Ghetto" will be released nation-wide on June 8th, 2004.


For additional information on Above The Law visit: abvdlaw.com


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news 1086199663 - January 1, 1970 By : The Game and Eazy-E's song Lil E have gotten together for a collaboration track on the new DJ Whoo Kid mixtape called "My Confessions". After being let down by his preformance on the True Crimes soundtrack, Lil E surprised me on this one and came tight.

Many props to the homie Shellz representing San Diego for the song. Get it below:

The Game & Lil E - My Confessions

Enjoy!

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news 1086800817 - January 1, 1970 By : This Saturday, June 12th we got 2 hot shows in the L.A. area. First is the UK's pride and glory, The Streets and Dizzee Rascal.They'll be at: The Wiltern, which is located at 3790 Wilshire Blvd., in L.A. The show's being presented by Ground Zero, so look out for that. 21 & Over, sorry youngstas.

Also going down Saturday, the Brownsville Bully's, M.O.P. along with guests Pharaohe Monch, Scratch(The Roots) and Pitch Black are going to continue the run of Guerilla Union's Rock The Bells events. MC Supernatural is hosting with a star studded line up of DJ's. Icey Ice, Mark Luv, DJ Abel and Mr. Choc. As usual, this will be at Club Q-Topia in Hollywood.

On Tuesday the 15th, J-Ro of Tha Liks is gonna be having a show with Ishues. We all know Ro is ill, but Ishues is not to be slept on. He was KRS-One's hype man this past Saturday at a show with Immortal Technique. Him and KRS spit some shit together and he spit some shit on his own. Not to be slept on. All going down at Club Lingerie in Hollywood, starting at 8. Peep Ishues.com for more info.

Wednesday the 23rd, Knoc-Turn'Al will be at the Key Club. Show starts at 8. 16 & Up.

Friday the 25th Wild Child, Mr. Lif, Thee Perceptionists, Lifesavas, Mike Relm, Dr. Oop & Art of Wax all at The El Rey Theatre. The spot is located at 5515 Wilshire Blvd. in L.A. Starting at 8PM, and is All Ages. Call 323-936-6400 for info.

Guerilla Union does it again! Another Rock The Bells, but this time, it's a festival at the Orange Show in San Bernardino. On Saturday June 26th, you'll be treated to NOTHING but the hottest underground acts. Headling is the Living Legends, along with Canadas Swollen Members, the L.A. vets The Visionaries, the Central Valley King Planet Asia, Awol One, and to top it all off The Fantastik Four will have a set. That's Mr. Choc & J-Rocc of the World Famous Beat Junkies, C-Minus and Truly Odd of The Heavyweights. Hosting once again is MC Supernatural, with Mark Luv, Icey Ice and DJ Abel on the 1s and 2s.

Also look for Chicago's own Twista on Monday the 28th @ The Key Club. That's an 18 and Up show.

On July 1st, Non-Phixion (Ill Bill, Goretex, Sabac & DJ Eclipse) with Q-Unique of The Arsonists will be at the Knitting Factory's Front Room. Located at 7021 Hollywood Blvd., doors open at 8:00pm. Tickets at $15.00.

And one more time! You gotta give it up to Guerilla Union for getting together another hot show. Being held at The Nos Events Center in San Bernardino, July 17th's Rock The Bells will feature Wu Tang Clan! This is being billed at the first group show in over 10 years. The whole crew is gonna be there. Rza, Gza, Ghostface, Raekwon, ODB, Method Man, etc.. Also, Redman & Dilated Peoples will be performing. Supernat will be performing as well, as opposed to only Hosting. Look for special guests Nu-Mark & Chali 2Na of Jurassic 5 to be in the house. Emo-Rappers Sage Francis & Eyedea & Abilities are on the bill, as well.

That's it for now! Who gives a fuck if all this wasn't West Coast. It's all Hip Hop!






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news 1087997610 - January 1, 1970 By : On the new DJ Whoo Kid "Shadow Ops" mixtape, there's a 2Pac remix called "Casket" which was released by Mr Cynical from the homies at WCRydaz over a year ago. He didn't get any kind of credit nor a shoutout. Cynical left a message on their site about the situation, here it is:

"Well WHOO KID decided 2 take a remix I did over a year ago, called SLEEPIN IN A CASKET (PART 1) and put it on his mixtape without shouting me out or giving me credit or anything. I posted this on tha DPG Recordz forum over a year ago, and I know for a fact tha webmaster of tha site, KP is homiez with WHOO KID, so im sure thatz how he got tha track. Anywayz a big fuck U goes out 2 WHOO KID for tryna make it seem like he did that mix....Next time U use someone elses shit give them credit...."

To download both Whoo Kids, and Cynicals versions, hit up
WCRydaz.com.

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news 1088000759 - January 1, 1970 By : I would like to Introduce you to a up and coming R&B artist (Unsigned) out of Southern California, "KROOK". Krook has been around for awhile on the underground circuit working with artist such as Kurupt, Roscoe, Bad Azz, 40 Glocc, Latin artist Capone', Nite Owl, Snapper, Kid Frost and many more.
But Krook has branched out on his own with a completed album, album cover and ready for press under his cousins Independent label Soulyric. I'm not going to hype him up, I'll let the music speak for it self. Krook's looking for a warm R&B label that's self contained, artist to work with, meaning writting, appearing on tracks and just networking with artist period. Most of you will ask the question "why isn't this cat out, his music is off the chain"!!, well Krook has been overlooked, but also things happen for a reason, and we hope that a label will have the ears and eyes to realize that. Krook has been spoke on in New York alot lately and he's getting radio spins in Syaracuse New York!!!! top mix show, that's a start but not enough!!!!!

I don't want you guys to read a book, so let me send you to krooks E.P.K. site for you to view, we're adding things daily so check back frequently. I hope you enjoy Krook, and the definition of Krook is "DON'T LEAVE YOUR LADY UNATTENDED" Think about it!!!!!!!!

Check out the site by clicking
HERE.
There you can check out his bio and much more, and listen to three songs. You can download the three songs directly by clicking below too:

Krook - Passion
Krook - What Would You Do
Krook - Shake That Thang

Enjoy, and look for much more coming from Krook soon!

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news 1088091121 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Quik, Sly Boogy and 2nd II None are gonna be having a show this weekend in Rosarito Mexico at Club Iggy's. This is a show you need to hit up, it's College Fest week down there in Rosarito, it's gonna be off the chain. The homies at WCRydaz have the flyer up.

Friday, June 25, Little Temple Presents: DJs A-Ski & Anthony Valadez
spinning records to celebrate the record release of the new record by the X-Ecutioners & a special live set by Qunito Sol @ 10:30PM. Doors open at 9:00PM. $10 entrance @ 4519 Santa Monica Blvd. (Silverlake Ca).

The Punk Rock geared Warped Tour is having a Hip Hop stage this year. Featuring acts such as Lords Of Brooklyn, GLUE, Immortal Technique, Non Phixion, Astronautalis, Arcane, Ground Opening and others. Here's the dates.

FRI - 6/25 - Houston,TX Reliant Center
SAT - 6/26 - Dallas, TX Smirnoff Music Center Lot
SUN - 6/27 - San Antonio, TX Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
TUE - 6/29 - Las Cruces, NM N.M.S.U. Practice Field
WED - 6/30 - Phoenix, AZ Peoria Sports Complex
THU - 7/1 - Fullerton, CA Cal State Fullerton
FRI - 7/2 - Fullerton, CA Cal State Fullerton
SAT - 7/3 - San Francisco, CA Pier 30/32
SUN - 7/4 - Las Vegas, NV Desert Breeze Skatepark
TUE - 7/6 - San Diego, CA Coors Amphitheatre
WED - 7/7 - Ventura, CA Seaside Park
THU - 7/8 - Sacramento, CA Sleep Train Amphitheatre Lot
FRI - 7/9 - Boise, ID Idaho Amphitheatre Lot
SAT - 7/10 Seattle, WA Gorge Amphitheatre Lot
SUN - 7/11 - Portland, OR Columbia Meadows
TUE - 7/13 - Vancouver, BC Thunderbird Stadium
THU - 7/15 - Calgary, AB Race City Speedway
FRI - 7/16 - Bozeman, MT Gallatin County Fairgrounds
SAT - 7/17 - Salt Lake City, UT Utah State Fairgrounds
SUN - 7/18 - Denver, CO Invesco Field
TUE - 7/20 - Milwaukee, WI Marcus Amphitheatre
WED - 7/21 - St. Louis, MO UMB Bank Pavilion
THU - 7/22 - Indianapolis, IN Verizon Wireless Amp. Lot
FRI - 7/23 - Cleveland, OH Tower City Amp. Lot
SAT - 7/24 - Chicago, IL Tweeter Center
SUN - 7/25 - Minneapolis, MN Metrodome Lot
MON - 7/26 - Kansas City, KS Verizon Wireless Amp. Lot
WED - 7/28 - Atlanta, GA Hi Fi Buys Amphitheatre Lot
THU - 7/29 - Orlando, FL Central Florida Fairgrounds
FRI - 7/30 - Tampa, FL Vinoy Park
SAT - 7/31 - Miami, FL Pompano Beach Amp. Lot
SUN - 8/1 - Jacksonville, FL Jacksonville Fairgrounds
MON - 8/2 - Charlotte, NC Verizon Wireless Amp. Lot
TUE - 8/3 - Viginia Beach, VA Verizon Wireless Amp. Lot
WED - 8/4 - Washington D.C. Nissan Pavilion Lot
THU - 8/5 - Pittsburgh, PA Post Gazette Pavilion
FRI - 8/6 - Philadelphia, PA Tweeter Center @ Waterfront
SAT - 8/7 - New York, NY Randall's Island
SUN - 8/8 - Asbury Park, NJ Englishtown Raceway
TUE - 8/10 - Hershey, PA Hersheypark Pavilion
THU - 8/12 - Quebec City, PQ Colisee Pepsi Parking Lot
FRI - 8/13 - Montreal, QB Parc Jean Drapeau
SAT - 8/14 - Toronto, ON TBA
SUN - 8/15 - Detroit, MI Pontiac Silverdome
MON - 8/16 - Cincinnati, OH Riverbend Music Center Lot
TUE - 8/17 - Columbus, OH Germain Amphitheatre
WED - 8/18 - Buffalo, NY Darien Lakes PAC
THU - 8/19 - Boston, MA 3 County Fairgrounds

Project Sweatshop & Groundzero are presenting L.A. with a great show on July 11th. The M-O-B-B, Mobb Deep will be performing along with Sly Boogy at the Henry Fonda Theater.

Also, don't forget, Saturday is the Rock The Bells festival for this month. Living Legends are heading the bill. Canada's Swollen Members, the L.A. vets Visionaries, Planet Asia, Awol One and the Fantastik Four are all gonna be performing.

AND! It just don't quit.

This Sunday, the 27th Ghostface Killah, X-Ecutioners, Pharcyde
with C-Ray Walz, Masta Killa and Cormega @ House Of Blues in Anaheim. Tickets are $25-$27 with doors opening at 7pm. This is an all ages event.


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news 1088535247 - January 1, 1970 By : Spiting out rapid-fire style versus faster than a hurricane, TWISTA who was deemed by the Guinness Book of World Records as the world’s fastest rapper, will celebrate the double platinum success of KAMIKAZE and the release of his third single ‘So Sexy,’ featuring R.Kelly Wednesday June 30th at the club IVAR from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m

Currently holding the number one chart position for a second week in a row on the Billboard singles chart with his second single release ‘Overnight Celebrity’ from KAMIKAZE, its only a matter of time before his third release ‘So Sexy’ reaches the top as well. "Twista is on fire,” expressed Craig Kallman COO Atlantic Records. He has truly one of the most exciting albums of the year with three monster singles and more to come. He is such an exciting talent with a style and flavor completely unique to everyone out there. We are so fortunate to be aligned with such a talented artist,” said Kallman.

“I am very blessed to have opportunity to come back after two albums and be so welcomed. Next to my home of Chicago there is no better place than California to throw party. The West Coast has stuck behind my career since the beginning. Look out for Chi-Rock Entertainment coming your way,” said an excited TWISTA.

WHO: TWISTA

WHAT: Twista’s Double Platinum Party

WHEN: Wednesday, June 30, 2004
9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.

WHERE: Club Ivar
6356 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, California

NOTES: Media Check-in at 8:30 p.m.

Attending & Invited Guests Listed Below:

Kanye West
Jamie Foxx
Chingy
Terri Vaughn
Fredro Starr
Gabrielle Union
Siscley
Tara Reid
Damon Wayans
Marlon Wayans
Destiny
MC Lyte
Jackie-O
Kimberly Locke
Ying Yang Twins
Playboy Playmates
and many more...




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news 1088535771 - January 1, 1970 By : The Pedestrian is walkin’ it like he talks it on this hookladen, jeep ready album slated for release by Blak Ice Records. Third Degree, who hails from South Central Los Angeles, grew up living right around the corner from Dub C of Westside Connection. “I went to Hiphop High,” says Third. “Washington High School was where I came up. A lot of hiphop people have gone there, like Dub C, Crazy Tunes from The Maad Circle, YoYo, DJ Alladin, and Sir Jinx, who DJ’s for Xzibit, and more. Crenshaw High may have had the sports people locked up, but Washington has had the music people.” Third Degree is destined to be the next hiphop alumni to speak with authority.
With rhymes constantly flowing out of every pore of his being, Third is definitely at no loss for words. The album, which is largely produced by the musically eloquent Yabie, is tightly packed with 21 serious tracks, including the runaway single “Do My Thang.” This quotable album is consistent all the way through, with no fillers or throwaway tracks. “I like real writers who have subjects and topics,” he professes. “I’m a purist kind of guy.” Third points out that Yabie’s work “sounded like music, it didn’t just sound like beats. He had a whole band of people available to play guitar, bass, all that. He thinks in a very musical way.” In this manner, he compares Yabie to DJ Quik. “He’s got a unique style. I can’t quite figure out his formula.” The single, "Do My Thang," will be out soon.
The battle-ready rapper’s name came his basketball days. “We called ourselves the Burn Unit,” he says. “We had names like Thermostat, Third Degree and Lava Rock.” Third’s government name is Wayne Guillory. “Like guillotine. It’s French,” he explains. “All my people come from Louisiana.” Either way, the world is his. It’s Wayne’s world, as he’s young, gifted and black, and prolific to an extreme.
His father was a coach, who lost his life to cancer. “My mom was real concerned about me after he died. That year, she asked me what I wanted for Christmas, and I told her. Had my father lived, I would have definitely not gotten those turntables!” he reminisces, shaking his head with a smile. Third became obsessed with hiphop with gospel-like devotion, and he began interpreting the world through the mind of a rhymesman. It seemed that every event in life was suddenly transformed into a searing rhyme by the verbal prodigy.
The prolific Third notes, “The single “Do My Thang” is a way to introduce me to people. I felt it was representative of where I was coming from. It lets people know a couple things about me, and I feel it describes me,” explains Third.
“My raps give people another view of Los Angeles. People who don’t live here think it’s all either gangbanging or Hollywood. L.A. is not all about being a gangsta. I just wanted to make this record about the regular person in L.A,” he concedes. Third believes there’s a lot of pressure to rap about banging, because some of the earlier great L.A. rappers before them. “People who don’t even gangbang,” he points out. “I think rappers should talk about what they do. If you gangbang and you rap, talk about gangbangin’ in your rap. If you sell crack all day, talk about selling crack all day. Whatever it is that is you. That’s what “Do My Thang” is all about. Just be yourself. If it’s you, do it. If not, don’t do it.” He adds, “Some of my best friends bang. But that’s them. It just never occurred to me to do that.”
As far as his home front, Third’s neighborhood is well-known for being Crips territory. “NHC, Neighborhood Crips. Them and Watergate Crips. They’re kind of borderline,” he observes. “Slip from Comptons Most Wanted, he stayed in the Watergate for a while. As far as the NHC, Dub C, Cube and Crazy Tunes stayed there.” He comments that there’s just one little street that separates everybody.
The intersection on the album’s cover is the nearby corner of Imperial and Western. However, in many ways, Third’s songs reflect corners all over the country, so his rhymes hit home with those who are both near and far.
Jay Z and Ice-T may have “99 Problems,” but Third says he has “Problems” of his own. “The reason I wrote the song “Problems” is that for some reason, people always come talk to me about things they need to get off their chest. So I listen a lot. One day I was arguing with my mother, and that was one of the things that came out. I’m not saying don’t talk to me about your problems. I’m just saying come back in a while, because I have mine to figure out.” Some of Third’s own deepest, personal predicaments are revealed in the song, including the fact he has a handicapped brother.
The inspired “Stylistic” is one of Third’s favorite tracks on the album. “I was listening to “Betcha By Golly Wow,” and I like to make up words to songs, so that’s how that came about. It’s basically telling people I have a new style here in L.A.,” says Third. “I studied niggas’ style and found what not to do, it’s the total opposite, I rock it better than you, whoever you are niggas bite and get trophies, a Grammy for their best Tupac on Karaoke.”
“Hit This 40” is a party song, and it’s also an anti-gold diggers song. Its 40 proof melody came about much in the same way, but it comes from a Chaka Khan song called “Night In Tunisia,” which Third used that part for the song’s chorus. Going even deeper, he explains, “It’s actually a remake of a Coltrane song or something like that she was doing.”
Observes Third, “The culture of Los Angeles is gangs, and people get influenced by it a lot, like the white t-shirts and all, so it definitely isn’t all hip hop here. However, I can take you to places here that are definitely hiphop. But yes, a lot of it is gang culture here. People in the parks out here aren’t breaking and rapping against each other; it’s probably drinking and smoking weed, and a fight is going to break out any minute. But still, there is definitely a hiphop community in this city.” The disc’s determined track “The One” is Third’s way of saying, “I’m entirely here for hiphop.”
With “Favorite Shade Of Brown,” it’s all good, and love comes in all shades to Third.
“Eye Candy” features Pupa Don, one of the illest West Coast dancehall cats.
There are a slew of other radio driven songs on the album, and the Pedestrian is no doubt, walking tall. You’re now at that intersection of hiphop beats and masterful rhymes, as the Pedestrian is making his way through your speakers.



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news 1088701495 - January 1, 1970 By : From the belly of the city thorns Portland, Oregon emerges Siren's Echo, a long awaited union between Oldominion's Syndel and Hungry Mob's Toni Hill. The two combine soulful melodies and profound lyricism over the head knocking production of Pale Soul, Smoke, and Mako, setting the mood for those who truly appreciate good music. Being intelligent, independent women, Siren's Echo strives to break the stereotypes of women in hip hop through conscious lyrics and spit fire delivery. They have been on the frontline of Seattle and Portlands burgeoning hip hop scenes since 1998, becoming a staple in both communities. Siren's Echo credits Nina Simone, Erykah Badu, Pharoahe Monch, Arrested Development, and 2pac as some of their many musical inspirations. They have shared the stage with such notable artist as Xzibit, Blackalicious, GZA, The Roots, Snoop Dogg, Dilated Peoples, Swollen Members, Ras Kass, Common Sense, and Erykah Badu, amongst others, as well as creating musical collaborations with such artist as The Living Legends and Rocker-T. With their magnetic chemistry on and off stage, Siren's Echo is sure to become more than just another brick in the wall. Look forward to these two pillars doing big things.



TOUR DATES

7/4/2004 Portland Meow Meow
7/5/2004 SF Cafe Du Nord
7/7/2004 LA Knitting Factory Hollywood
7/8/2004 San Diego TBA
7/9/2004 Phoenix The Cluhouse
7/10/2004 Albuquerque MOONLIGHT LOUNGE
7/12/2004 Austin Emo's-Austin 7/13/2004 Denton Haily's
7/14/2004 Dallas The HomeBar
7/15/2004 New orleans Twiropa
7/16/2004 Orlando Wills Pub
7/17/2004 Atlanta/Charlotte Brick Top Lounge/The Room
7/18/2004 Carrborro Go! Rehearsal 225
7/20/2004 Richmond The Nancy Raygun
7/21/2004 Philly First Unitarian Church
7/23/2004 Providence Venue tba
7/24/2004 Portland Pianos
7/25/2004 New York The Big Easy
7/27/2004 Detroit Small's
7/28/2004 Cincinnati Top Cats
7/29/2004 Chicago Fireside Bowl
7/30/2004 Minneapolis 7th Street Entry--early show!!
7/31/2004 Missoula Feruqis

For press inquiries, please contact the numbers below.

Jus Family Records and Executive Branch Management

3439 NE Sandy Blvd #701
Portland, Ore 97232
(888) 841-0995 voice mail
(240) 209-4447 fax
JusFamily@aol.com
Jus Family Records Website

Representing: Bosko, Cool Nutz, Maniac Lok, DJ Chill, Siren's Echo, Arjay, Phranchise, and Torry Ward


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news 1090545723 - January 1, 1970 By : The folks of Nomadic Sound Systems, which is the home of L.A. Undergound artists: Slowrider, Re.4m, Acid Reign, JRoz and more, sent me this heads up.

The Pink and The Almighty, first issue hits the streets in August.

Pink & The Almighty is a magazine focusing primarily on the underground. Underground culture influences the mainstream of which we are always one step ahead. It is the all-preview source for the Los Angeles alternative lifestyle: music, art, movies, sports, fashion, clubs, nightlife and anything else relevant. We’re creating an informative and entertaining magazine that provides a thorough listing of events, spotlighting “hot” bands, art openings, movies, theater, action sports, and misc. oddball happenings. Our Magazine also provides a forum for various mediums of expression including profiles, compelling fiction, political essays, and the like. The magazine is actually a two-parter, making it two physical magazines in one.

Clubs and promoters
- The Almighty is the ultimate listing for events in greater Los Angeles.
- Your ad will make your event stand out in a sea of line listings of hundreds of other that same night.
- Ads are cheep and can be bought in any size to suit your event.

Record companies
- Because first and foremost, Pink & The Almighty is a music magazine.
- We will be featuring your bands, reviewing your records, and listing their shows.
- We will have the eyes of a very large market of record consumers.

Retail Shops
- Are you seeing fewer and fewer new faces walk in to your store? That’s because no one knows where you are or what you do. We can change that for you with an ad in Pink & The Almighty.
- Great way to publicize sales, in stores and other events!
- Do I have to spell it out? Our readers have money and they need to know about your shop and what you do.

Restaurants/Coffee Shops
- Do you have a great cool restaurant that you want everyone to know about? We can get them word for you.
- The Pink features local restaurants and coffee houses. Don’t you want your ad right next to review?

Pink a full-sized 11” x 17” magazine with a clean, visually driven aesthetic with insightful, captivating feature articles written by well-informed journalists. A tasteful blend of controversial, relevant subject matter and lighthearted entertainment makes for a good read. We cover music, art, sports, politics, theater, film, fashion and LA lifestyle.

The Almighty: a comprehensive guide to all things happening in the greater LA area. Events are listed day-by-day starting on the first of the month covering concerts, art openings, theater performances, stand up comedy, independent movie showings, civic events, and everything else entertaining. We spotlight 90+ events (each month) with concise stories and sharp photos of the subjects. Shaping up at 6” x 9”, it’s the perfect size for your glove box, back pocket, or purse (or “murse”—wussy!). The Almighty is the great resource for a hot date or the cure to a dull night. It’s the definitive guidebook giving you informed, connected options on what you can experience each night.

All you hip hop artists that want to get stuff on there e-mail Joel at nssr@sbcglobal.net and he'll fill you in or mail your stuff to:

Joel Garcia
530 Colonia de las Magnolias #37
Los Angeles, CA 90022

Also, they got some shows on the way:

Jul. 22.04 @ BB King's Club
Universal City Walk, Studio City, CA 91608
8:00pm / $10 / 21 + / free gifts to the first 100 people
Artists:: Jroz & DJ Ethos(9PM) , Monte Carlo 76(9:50PM), Orixa + more

Jul. 24.04 @ Hall of Fame
195 Valley Blvd., Colton, CA 92324
9PM / $TBA / 21 +
Artists:: Jroz & DJ Ethos with Semiotics, Translu, DJ's - Chez & Metronome


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news 1092827127 - January 1, 1970 By : When I first arrived backstage they told us digital cameras and videocameras were forbidden. Even the tv station in Sweden wasn't allowed to film or take pictures..
After a few hours of waiting 50 Cent and G-unit showed up,
they had cleared the backstage area and all backup artists were moved into this big tent or was forced to sit around the taped area so they wouldn't be able to speak to 50 Cent and crew when they arrived.
My friend from Kingsize magazine was with me and he did a interview with them the day before after signing a 20 page contract he spoke to them for a few minutes without cameras etc.
Youngbuck had been without weed for a few days and all he kept asking him was "can you please get some weed".

Anyways I had spoken to Youngbuck about hooking up so when he saw me in the tent he sent his bodyguard and got me. I went back and met 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks and Youngbuck.
I'll just put it like this he was so happy about Yash gettin him some of that sticky icky that he gave me the hotel room nr with a big smile on his face:)

The Game wasn't there and Tony Yayo had a restraining order so he couldn't leave the country.

They smoked some chronic and headed up the stage to do the show.
50 started with ”What up gangsta”, ”Wanksta” and ”21 questions" in a fastpase tempo then came his biggest hit "In Da Club" and the 10 000+ crowd went crazy.
After 15-20 minutes 50 Cent started doing G-Unit songs then Lloyd Banks did "On Fire" with crazy fire effects.
Youngbuck later did a few songs from his upcoming album.
I was surprised that most of the people knew the lyrics to "Let Me In". Because they haven't played that song in scandinavia that much. After each song they performed they ended with a Gunshot that Dj Whoo Kid is famous for in his mixtapes.
50 Cent finnished up with "If I Can't" and a few other solos.
He stopped the music took off his cap and threw it out and told the crowd I gotto give yall something to remember me by then took off his new G Unit Boots and threw those out aswell which unfortunately hit one girl in the head and knocked her unconcious for a few minutes. He even dropped his diamond ring while he threw stuff out but they later found and gave it back to him.

After the show I went to the hotel where we where planning to do a few interviews. Now that The Game and Yayo wasn't there I was thinking of doing a interview with just 50 Cent but he was so tired so he went to his room and slept.

So I took Youngbuck and his peoples to the club called KB in Malmo. Oh boy we had a great time partying we even went on stage got Youngbuck a mic and he rocked the club and tookover the Dj's job.

Youngbucks new album has been pushed back and he has recorded new songs that will replace some of the ones that were leaked to the internet.
Youngbuck was one of the nicest most humble people i've ever kicked it with too bad the people in his security and entourage was straight assholes to people in general.

We will post a 50 Cent Interview which my boy from Kingsize magazine did later this month. So be on the lookout for that and make sure you go out and cop Youngbuck's album "Straight Outta Cashville" BOOOOOW!


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news 1092876801 - January 1, 1970 By : Hey, thought it's time to feed ya'll some exclusive audio! We have a cut from the upcoming Pomona City Ridaz album called "Positions In This Universe". The song is produced by Goldie Loc's Drum Filez Productions and features Goldie Loc himself and Kokane.
You can check out the song below, and be on the lookout for much much much more heat coming from the Pomona trio. As they say, "The G'z is movin'!"

Pomona City Ridaz - Position In This Universe (feat. Goldie Loc & Kokane)

As we're on the subject of PCR, below are a couple pictures of Weasel Loc, Pimpin' Young & Ha Loco, as they were at the Goldie Loc studios the other day with Kokane, Bad Azz, 40 Glocc and others. Enjoy the pictures!


Kokane, Weasel Loc & Haha Loc Keepin' It G

Goldie Loc & Bad Azz discussing in the studio

40 Glocc & Weasel Loc Representin'

Kokane & Haha Loc

The Low Lifes: Coco Loc, Bad Azz, Lil Tip Toe & Frank Nitty

RBX & Pomona Pimpin' Young

Kokane & Frank Nitty Throwin' It Up

40 Glocc & Bad Azz

Chocolate Reppin' The West

Kokane In The Booth Recordin'

Bad Azz & Lil Craccle Gettin' Stupid In The Studio

40 Glocc Lookin' Thoe'd At The End Of The Night Wit The Henny


West Coast Unified!

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news 1093032584 - January 1, 1970 By : Philly Underground duo Jedi Mind Tricks, along with 7L & Esoteric and Outerspace are going on tour. Outerspace have one of the hardest albums this year. Jedi Mind rarely dissapoints. This tour should be hot. Here are some dates.

9/26/04 Chicago, IL - Abbey Pub

9/27/04 Minneapolis, MN - Ascot Room

9/29/04 Boulder, CO - Boulder Theatre

9/30/04 Ft. Collins, CO - Aggie Theatre

10/1/04 Colorado Springs, CO - 32 Bleu

10/4/04 Eugene, OR - Wow Hall

10/5/04 Seattle, WA - Chop Suey

10/7/04 San Fran, CA - Independent

Los Angeles, CA - TBA

San Diego, CA - TBA

Phoenix, AZ - TBA

Albuquerque, NM - Sunshine Theatre

San Antonio, TX - Sanctuary

10/16/04 - Austin TX - Emo's
also feat. De La Soul

10/19/04 New Orleans, LA - HOB

10/28/04 Northampton, MA - Pearl St

10/29/04 Cambridge, MA - Middle East

10/31/04 Philadelphia, PA - Trocadero also with special guest: Del The Funkee Homosapien

More dates are coming in.

Also, just prior to this tour starting Jedi Mind Tricks will be dropping their album Legacy Of Blood. Keep an ear out for the first single with Gza.




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news 1093033108 - January 1, 1970 By : Are you up on the Urban Regional Movement? I hope you are. But, if you're not, then this site I'll tell you about will help you stay in touch with the ever growing scene. Now, what's the Urban Regional Movement? It's Spanish language Hip Hop over Banda sampled beats. A very unique sound, first heard on records by Delinquent Habits. Here's the link to the site Estilo Urbano. It's still being worked on and at the moment only Their message board is up and running. But, the site will have exclusive interviews with artists. The likes of Crooked Stilo, David Rolas, Akwid, Azteka etc. They'll also have photos, upcoming events/cds, cd reviews, as well as show reviews. There'll be downloads, from videos to their live performances. Check back with the site, it's gonna be tight. Shouts to Wikid. You that dude homie.



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news 1095874676 - January 1, 1970 By : "If you listen to my lyrical content, I'm bigging up the West and saying how people forgot about how the West was won. I'm reminding them." — Game


Like his teammate 50 Cent did with "Wanksta," G-Unit's Game wants to get a buzz going by putting out a record for the 'hood, then hitting the masses upside the head with a blockbuster Dr. Dre-produced official single.

So far he feels he's on the right track.

"That's like my 'Wanksta,' " Game said of his current record, "Westside Story," also produced by Dre. "That ain't even the single, that's my street single. It's picking up like crazy. I took the title from the movie ['West Side Story']. If you listen to my lyrical content, I'm bigging up the West and saying how people forgot about how the West was won. I'm reminding them."

"Westside Story" features 50 on the hook rapping, "If you take a look in my eyes/ See I'll be a gangsta till I die/ That California chronic got me so high/ Game, tell 'em where you from/ Westsiiiide." There's also a version of the song with Snoop Dogg saying the identical rhymes as 50.

"Higher," Game's real-deal lead cut produced by the leader of the Aftermath Records squad, should surface soon.

"It's a club knock," he said of the record. "After that, we're off to the races. It's just 'Operation Bring the West Coast Back.' I'm happy to be a part of this sh--. It seems like everything is falling in my hands."

Besides 50 Cent, Dre and Snoop Dogg, Busta Rhymes, Nate Dogg and Mary J. Blige will also appear on Game's debut LP. If the Compton MC gets his way, he'll have yet another Cali icon on the album as well: the late Eazy-E. Nothing is definitive, but Game is contemplating adding the mixtape cut "Still Cruising," which features never-before-heard lyrics by Eazy.

"I didn't expect it to blow like it did, but since everybody is loving it, I might have to bonus track that," the 24-year-old said. "Red Spyda and Whoo Kid produced it. I don't know where they got the Eazy vocals from, but they found them. They brought them to me. I know every Eazy verse line-for-line and I never heard that one. I heard it, I ran out the studio. I couldn't believe that. I followed Eazy my whole life and to hear an unreleased Eazy track, I went bonkers."

As the ultimate show of respect to Eazy and Dre, who were both members of legendary rap crew N.W.A, Game wants to title his album N.W.A Volume 1, but that name might hit a red-tape snafu. Regardless, the LP is tentatively scheduled for release before the end of the year. Game is shooting the video for "Higher" in the next couple of weeks.


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news 1095959063 - January 1, 1970 By : ESPN Video Games presents the Cali Comm 2004 Tour which features Del The Funky Homosapien, Haiku D'Etat, Zion I. Get fuckin' ready for one of the illest tours to come from the West in years.

Del The Funky Homosapien is back working on his new album "11th Hour" and look for Del to be a character in the new NBA 2K5, put out by ESPN Video Games. For those who don't know, Haiku D'Etat is Aceyalone, Abstract Rude & Mikah 9. That's what most people would consider a Supergroup. Well, they're back with a new album, "Coup D Theatr." This is their first nationwide tour together. And, don't sleep on Zion I, they're well known for their amazing shows.

Sun-Oct-10 S. LAKE TAHOE, CA WHISKEY DICKS SALOON
Wed-Oct-13 SANTA BARBARA,CA UC SANTA BARBARA
Thu-Oct-14 SANTA CRUZ, CA THE CATALYST
Fri-Oct-15 SACRAMENTO, CA COLONIAL THEATER
Sat-Oct-16 LOS ANGELES, CA EL REY THEATER
Sun-Oct-17 POMONA, CA THE GLASS HOUSE
Tue-Oct-19 SAN DIEGO, CA EPICENTER
Wed-Oct-20 TEMPE, AZ OLD BRICKHOUSE
Thu-Oct-21 ALBUQUERQUE, NM SUNSHINE THEATER
Fri-Oct-22 SAN ANTONIO, TX THE SANCTUARY
Sat-Oct-23 HOUSTON, TX ENGINE ROOM
Sun-Oct-24 AUSTIN, TX EMOS
Tue-Oct-26 ORLANDO, FL THE SOCIAL
Wed-Oct-27 ATLANTA, GA EARTHLINK LIVE
Thu-Oct-28 CHARLOTTESVILLE,VA STARR HILL MUSIC HALL
Fri-Oct-29 WASHINGTON, DC 930 CLUB
Sun-Oct-31 PHILADELPHIA, PA TROCADERO
Mon-Nov-01 NEW YORK, NY BB KINGS
Tue-Nov-02 NEW HAVEM CT TOADS PLACE
Wed-Nov-03 NORTHAMPTON, MA PEARL STREET
Thu-Nov-04 BOSTON, MA THE PARADISE
Sat-Nov-06 TORONTO, ONT PHOENIX THEATER
Sun-Nov-07 LONDON, ONT PHOENIX NIGHTCLUB
Tue-Nov-09 DETROIT, MI ST. ANDREWS HALL
Wed-Nov-10 CHICAGO, IL HOUSE OF BLUES
Thu-Nov-11 BLOOMINGTON, IN BLUEBIRD THEATER
Sat-Nov-13 MADISON, WI THE BARRYMORE
Sun-Nov-14 MINNEAPOLIS, MN THE QUEST
Tue-Nov-16 BOULDER, CO FOX THEATER
Wed-Nov-17 FT. COLLINS, CO AGGIE THEATER
Thu-Nov-18 COL.SPRINGS, CO 32 BLEU
Fri-Nov-19 SALT LAKE CITY, UT SHAGGYS
Sat-Nov-20 PORTLAND, OR ROSELAND
Sun-Nov-21 BEND, OR DOMINO ROOM
Mon-Nov-22 SEATTLE, WA SHOWBOX
Tue-Nov-23 EUGENE, OR MCDONALD THEATER
Wed-Nov-24 SAN FRAN, CA THE FILLMORE


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news 1095964248 - January 1, 1970 By : Urban Regional artist and Los Angeles veteran, David Rolas, has finished his second Spanish language album, "Tatuajues," and in honor of it, he'll be holding an album release party at Club Grand Ave. in L.A. on October 19th, which is a Tuesday. He'll be having performances from some top Urban Regional acts, such as Malverde, Crooked Stilo & Mexiclan. If you haven't checked out David Rolas, do so now. He's ill.

Peep the Flyer

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news 1096000695 - January 1, 1970 By : If you're not up on the Urban Regional Movement then this site'll help you stay in touch with the ever growing scene. Urban Regional Movement is Spanish language Hip Hop over Banda sampled beats. The site was still being constructed when we first brought it to your attention, but here it is now. Estilo Urbano. It's fully equipped with pictures, audio and soon to have interviews and such. Go and take a look around.

Their message board is up and running, peep that out to.

Shouts to Young Joe and Wikid.


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news 1096623655 - January 1, 1970 By : The legendary Shock G is set to drop his first independent solo album called "Fear Of Mixed Planet" October 12th on 33th Street Rercords. The record features the likes of Yukmouth, Luniz, Humpty Hump, DJ Q-Bert, 5th Element and more.

In an interview, Shock G said "Now more than ever, with almost all emcees on the same subject matter & viewpoint, it's especially necessary to lift the human spirit & break the monotony of continuous, increasingly bleak, negative or desperate songs & topics; and to also break the chain of constant blatant reality. The human mind also thrives & prospers from fantasy & hope. Perhaps 'Fear of a Mixed Planet' is an intermission from the front line & a visit to the recreation tent."

Sounds exciting to me, make sure to check out the tracklisting below, and listen to the preview song we put up for ya'll "Homedown Up" ft. Yukmouth, Java, Clev MC and 5th Element, click on the bold link (Track #5).


1. Keep It Beautiful (w/ Keith Porter)
2. Cherry Flava'd Email (w/ Clev MC, 5th Element, Ant DOG, Delina)
3. Weesom Hustlas (w/ Money B, Humpty Hump)
4. Cinnamon Waves (w/ DJ Q-Bert, Ray Luv, Delina Dream)
5. Holmedown Up (w/ Yukmouth, Java, Clev MC, 5th Element)
6. Let's Go (w/ Trevel DJ D Sharp)
7. My Opinion (w/ Numskull)
8. Who's Clean
9. Fear Of A Mixed Planet
10. Gotchoo
11. Rime in the Mochanut
12. Perfect Life (w/Element)
13. We're All Killaz
14. Baby You Okay?
15. Sunshine Rime (w/ Mo, Delina Dream)
16. Clev MC
17. Your Sun Iza Pimp (w/ Humpty Hump, K-Lien)

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news 1097602507 - January 1, 1970 By : MTV.com have some news up on Ice Cube. Check it out below:

Shooting the $118 million "XXX: State of the Union" has been a different sort of movie experience for Ice Cube.

"This movie's taking up a lot of time," the rapper said during a break at a soundstage last week.

Between training for the role and shooting all summer in Baltimore, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., Cube has had little opportunity to work at his other job. An album planned for late '04 is now looking like a fall 2005 release (see "Ice Cube Ready To Work On Solo LP, Still In Talks With Dre").

In the meantime, Cube has found the time to do one track and hopes to do another before his "XXX" sequel hits theaters.

"I did a single with Lil Jon. He from the dirty dirty, so it's gotta be gutter. He flew out here and we put it down. I think he's doin' a rock version of it. It's called 'The Real N---a Roll Call,' so we had to do it right."

The song, which has been called "Roll Call" on mixtapes, will be featured on Jon's Crunk Juice, due November 16 (see "Lil Jon Mixing Up A Potent New Batch Of Crunk Juice"). Cube and Jon are also talking about teaming to do a song for the "XXX: State of the Union" soundtrack.

"I want something hard," Cube said. "So we been kinda putting our brains together trying to come up with it."

But while Cube's been hitting it off with Jon, talks regarding teaming up with Dr. Dre have fizzled.

"I don't know if that situation is gonna work out, but who knows," said Cube, who was poised to record with Dre and sign to the producer's Aftermath imprint (see "Dr. Dre To Produce Next Ice Cube Record"). "Dre got real busy last year, and the year before that he dropped 50. So I'm doing my thing, he doing his. I'd love to [work with] him."

On the movie front, Cube can next be seen alongside Jay Mohr and Nia Long in "Are We There Yet?," opening January 28. "I play a bachelor who don't like kids, [and I'm] trying to get with their mother, and of course they don't like me," Cube said. "So we kind of meet in the middle and by the end of the day we're at each other's throats."

"XXX: State of the Union" follows a few months later, on May 13.

Visit MTV Movies for more from Hollywood, including news, interviews, trailers and more.


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news 1097753463 - January 1, 1970 By : Zion I are on the road in conjunction with the "Family Business Mixtape".

Dates are below. If you live near any of the shows, make sure to hit it up, Zion I got a good show.

October 13, 2004 SANTA BARBARA,CA UC SANTA BARBARA
October 14, 2004 SANTA CRUZ, CA THE CATALYST
October 15, 2004 SACRAMENTO, CA COLONIAL THEATER
October 16, 2004 LOS ANGELES, CA EL REY THEATER
October 17, 2004 POMONA, CA THE GLASS HOUSE
October 18, 2004 OFF
October 19, 2004 SAN DIEGO, CA EPICENTRE
October 20, 2004 TEMPE, AZ OLD BRICKHOUSE
October 21, 2004 ALBUQUERQUE, NM SUNSHINE THEATER
October 22, 2004 SAN ANTONIO, TX THE SANCTUARY
October 23, 2004 HOUSTON, TX ENGINE ROOM
October 24, 2004 AUSTIN, TX EMO'S
October 25, 2004 OFF
October 26, 2004 ORLANDO, FL THE SOCIAL
October 27, 2004 ATLANTA, GA EARTHLINK LIVE
October 28, 2004 CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA STARR HILL
October 29, 2004 WASHINGTON, DC 9:30 CLUB
October 30, 2004 OFF
October 31, 2004 PHILADELPHIA, PA TROCADERO
November 1, 2004 NEW YORK, NY BB KINGS
November 2, 2004 NEW HAVEM CT TOADS PLACE
November 3, 2004 NORTHAMPTON, MA PEARL STREET
November 4, 2004 BOSTON, MA THE PARADISE
November 5, 2004 KILLINGTON, VT THE PICKLE BARREL
November 6, 2004 TORONTO, ONT PHOENIX THEATER
November 7, 2004 LONDON, ONT. PHOENIX NIGHTCLUB
November 8, 2004 OFF
November 9, 2004 DETROIT, MI ST. ANDREWS HALL
November 10, 2004 CHICAGO, IL HOUSE OF BLUES
November 11, 2004 BLOOMINGTON, IN BLUEBIRD THEATER
November 12, 2004 COLUMBUS, OH LITTLE BROTHER'S
November 13, 2004 MADISON, WI THE BARRYMORE
November 14, 2004 MINNEAPOLIS, MN THE QUEST
November 15, 2004 OFF
November 16, 2004 BOULDER, CO FOX THEATER
November 17, 2004 FT. COLLINS, CO AGGIE THEATER
November 18, 2004 COL.SPRINGS, CO 32 BLEU
November 19, 2004 SALT LAKE CITY, UT SHAGGYS
November 20, 2004 PORTLAND, OR ROSELAND
November 21, 2004 BEND, OR DOMINO ROOM
November 22, 2004 SEATTLE, WA SHOWBOX
November 23, 2004 EUGENE, OR MCDONALD THEATER
November 24, 2004 SAN FRAN, CA THE FILLMORE


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news 1098868924 - January 1, 1970 By : YinSumi Press, the world's first publishing house dedicated to documenting the political and social aspects of the Hip Hop sub-culture, in conjunction with www.lyricalswords.com , is proud to announce the release of Adisa Banjoko's highly anticipated book "Lyrical Swords Vol. 1: Hip Hop and Politics in the Mix" on November 2nd 2004.
"Lyrical Swords" is a collection of essays and interviews on Hip Hop culture and the political, social and spiritual trends within it. Hip Hop culture's political effect has been a highly discussed topic in this Presidential election year.
While new to most of America, this arena has been Adisa's stomping ground for over 15 years. Under the pen name "The Bishop of Hip Hop", Adisa Banjoko has entertained and educated many on Hip Hop culture, Eastern philosophy, Martial Arts, Islamic culture, and African American social issues.
His new book "Lyrical Swords" however, has garnered much attention in various media circles. Recently, Adisa Banjoko has been seen on KRON with Isabel Duron, Phil Matier and SF Mayor Willie Brown discussing the potential power of the Hip Hop vote. He was also featured on KPIX with Barbara Rogers. Hip Hop Historian Davey D featured Mr. Banjoko as a guest for "Hard Knock Radio" on KPFA radio. He was also a recent guest on Air America's radio show "Unfiltered", hosted by Hip Hop political icon Chuck D of Public Enemy. You can also find his book getting an honorable mention in the new issue of The Ave Magazine.
"Lyrical Swords" features intervews and essays with some of Hip Hop's greatest icons including Russell Simmons, Q-Tip, Everlast, Martial Arts Legend Royce Gracie, Paris, Mystic, Dilated Peoples Rakaa, Encore, Shamko Noble, Shaolin Monk Shi Yan Ming, and many others. He is easily one of the most respected, hated and loved people in the Hip Hop community.
Mr. Banjoko’s knowledge has earned him countless invitations to lecture at prestigious universities such as Harvard University, Stanford University, U.C. Berkeley, U.C. Santa Cruz and San Francisco State, just to name a few. He has shared the stage with political and cultural icons such as S.F. Mayor Willie Brown, civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, Presidential Candidate Dennis Kucinich, Hip Hop pioneer Afrika Bambataa, rap legend Chuck D, and pioneer b-boy Crazy Legs.
"I'm trying to get the young people of the world to arm themselves mentally and politically" stated Mr. Banjoko. On November 2nd after you go to the polls, vote for yourself and get 'Lyrical Swords'. I'm gonna be touring the continental U.S. the next few months.
Before the official tour, I'll be holding Bay Area book jams at Future Primitive Sounds in SF with Champion DJ Kid Dragon and my man B-boy Remind. On the Nov. 5th I'll be at Marcus Books in SF w/ MC Shamako Noble and AK Black. On Nov. 6th I'll be at the Rumi Bookstore in Fremont w/ MC Shamako Noble and Inspector Dbl. Negative. I will also have a mixtape dropping with my man Rob Flow from Spin Dynasty. I plan to change the way we all view Hip Hop and politics."
"I sold out of all of my pre-order books at Hip Hop events and political events here in the Bay. I sold them from the back of my Ford F-150. I learned how to hustle watching Short Dog, Master P, Andre Nickatina and E-40 do their thing. People will find me all over the streets of the Bay, LA, NY, the ATL and Philly with this wisdom. Wherever people are getting boxed outta the game by these snakes and fakes, I'm gonna be handing out these swords to liberate minds."

People looking for a glimpse of "the swords" can go to www.lyricalswords.com (designed by graf legend Scape Martinez) and get 3 complimentary chapters of the book sent to them via email.


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news 1099241374 - January 1, 1970 By : First of all I have to say that I am really dissapointed in this album... I'm sure none of us were expecting a classic from Snoop Dogg on the Neptunes label, but atleast something decent.

The newest Snoop Dogg LP features Nelly (!), Lil Jon, Justin Timberlake (!!!), Trina, Daz, Soopafly, Pharell and more.

The main subject of the album is love, alot of love songs or about women in general.

However there a few decent tracks on there, check out 3 preview songs from the record below and make up your own mind wether you will be spending your $15 on this record or not.

Snoop Dogg - Promise I

Snoop Dogg - Step Ya Game Up (ft. Daz)

Snoop Dogg - Signs (ft. Justin Timberlake & Charlie Wilson

Special shoutout to the homie Mack!

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news 1099460299 - January 1, 1970 By : Xzibit is set to release "Weapons of Mass Destruction" on December 7th, it will be released on Sony Music.
The album features production from Timbaland, Hi-Tek, Rick Rock, Battlecat, Denaun Porter, Jellyroll, Sir Jinx and more.
(No word on if the Dr.Dre produced "Grown man business" makes the album, or if it's retitled)


Those who have heard the Timbaland produced first single "Hey Now" will be pleased to know that the album will have more serious subject matters.
Xzibit told MTV:
"I have always been aware of my surroundings. So not putting that in the forefront of my creativity would be a travesty. I had to put it out there."
The first track on the album takes aim at George W. Bush, twisting his own words against him, comparing Bush to his enemies.
The Jellyroll produced "Cold World" also have a political message.

About working with Timbaland:
"Timbaland was crazy to work with. When he stepped in the studio, it was like working with Morpheus from 'The Matrix' — he stepped in with three beats and said, 'Pick one.' They all sounded crazy, but I could only pick one. I picked one and he hooked me up. I never wrote like that before either. He scatted out something for me and then I wrote the lyrics to it."

Tracklist:

1. State of the Union
2. LAX
3. Cold World
4. Saturday Night Live (featuring Jelly Roll)
5. Muthafucka
6. Beware of Us (featuring Strong Arm Steady)
7. Judgement Day
8. Criminal Set
9. Hey Now (Mean Muggin) (featuring Keri Hilson) (Video low, Video high)
10. Ride or Die
11. Crazy Ho (featuring Strong Arm Steady)
12. Big Barking
13. Tough Guy (featuring Busta Rhymes)
14. Scent of a Woman
15. Klack
16. Back 2 the Way It Was



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news 1100202852 - January 1, 1970 By : Waxploitation Records, a leading record label for hip hop and electronic music, is releasing a charity CD in an attempt to assist in the fight against the Genocide taking place right now in Sudan.

The CD, titled Genocide in Sudan, is slated for a November 23rd release and includes Jurassic 5, Danger Mouse/Murs, Jill Scott, Mark Farina, Thievery Corporation, Kinky, X-ecutioners, DJ Spooky, Tweaker, Antibalas Afrobeat Orchestra and Teargas & Plateglass amongst others. More than half the album includes exclusive songs and rarities.

According to the UN, the conflict in Sudan has created the world's worst humanitarian crisis, with more than one million people driven from their homes and up to 50,000 people killed by government supported militias (CNN 8/31/04). The systematic rape of women and the murder of children has been widely reported.

“We’re trying to address two things with this CD,” says Waxploitation CEO Jeff Antebi, the album’s executive producer. “The first is to get the United Nations to declare the ongoing atrocities a genocide, so that real action can take effect to stop what is obviously an ‘ethnic cleansing’ taking place, in violation of the 1948 Geneva Convention. The second is to raise money for the dire relief situation effecting over 1 million innocent civilians who might die from starvation and disease if aid does not reach them right now.”

In 1994 in Rwanda an estimated 800,000 people were killed in just 100 days, in one of the worst genocides of the last century. One of the primary reasons cited for why this happened was a lack of outside intervention by the United Nations. Even with UN troops on the ground in Rwanda, they were unable to intervene because it was not legally declared a Genocide until too late.

Waxploitation will donate all of the profits from the Genocide in Sudan CD to the United Nations Refuge Agency and UNICEF (www.unhcr.ch and www.UNICEF.org ), build awareness for solutions that anyone can easily assist with, including signing the petition at (www.darfurgenocide.org/action.htm), and guide people to protests and events in their area.

The CD will be available at most major retailers as well as at www.waxploitation.com/genocide.

For more information, please check out www.waxploitation.com/genocide , www.unhcr.ch , www.unicef.org and www.darfurgenocide.org/action.htm

Tracklisting
1. System of a Down “NÜGUNS”
2. Thievery Corporation feat. Sleepywonder “Truth and Rights”
3. Kinky “Five Rooms”
4. Bad Religion “Live Again (The Fall of Man)”
5. Jurassic 5 "High Fidelity"
6. Gorillaz “Tomorrow Comes Today”
7. The Pretenders “Complex Person” (remixed by Novel & Jones)
8. Rise Against "State of the Union"
9. X-ecutioners “Don’t Believe The Hype ‘04”
10. Danger Mouse and Murs “Paint By Numbers”
11. Jill Scott “Try”
12. Angelique Kidjo “Conga Habanera” (remixed by Jez Colin)
13. Mark Farina “Movin’ Left”
14. Antibalas Afrobeat Orchestra “R.O.C.”
15. Toots and the Maytals (featuring Bunny Wailer) "Take A Trip"
16. Dj Spooky that Subliminal Kid (featuring Lee "Scratch" Perry) “Dubtometry (remixed by Alter Echo)
17. Tortoise “Five Too Many”
18. Teargas & Plateglass “Arkhangelsk”
19. The Nightwatchmen “Let Freedom Ring”
20 . Tweaker featuring Jennifer Charles “Crude Sunlight”
21. ONO "Shiranakatta (I Didn't Know)" (remixed by Craig Armstrong)


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news 1100729325 - January 1, 1970 By : MC Eiht has long been considered a “Menace II Society” by his fans, and his crime spree continues with his role in the Rockstar Playstation II video game, “Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.” The gangsta game title is currently topping sales statistics around the world. On it, the veteran rapper, Eiht, plays the role of the featured character, Ryder, and the song, “Hood Took Me Under” from his group, Comptons Most Wanted is included on its soundtrack. Just a few weeks ago, he also released a solo album, “Veterans Day” on West Music/Native Records and the album made its way on the “Billboard” Top 100 R&B Albums chart.

Although in addition to his music, Eiht is also famous for his role as A-Wax in the feature film, “Menace II Society,” the rapper says, “I would compare Ryder’s character more to O Dog from the movie than to A-Wax, because he’s more reckless, and he’s more drug induced. A-Wax was still down for the neighborhood, but Ryder is an instigator, and he likes to pump up the other characters, especially his homeboy CJ. Ryder likes to instigate and get trouble started. He’s on dope and he’s always smoking, plus he’s hyper about getting trouble started.”

Rockstar Games’ Dan Houser, the executive producer of the game, which market analysts predict will help make this holiday buying season a record breaker for new games, says, “Eiht’s powerful and funny delivery insures that Ryder steals the show. From the moment we walked into the studio, we knew he was going to blow us away with his performance.”

“Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas” debuted at the Number 1 spot on the UK game charts, and according to industry estimates, the gangsta title sold more than 2 million copies during the first 2 weeks of its release. “Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas” was developed by Take-Two Interactive Software, an imprint of Rockstar Games.

Eiht says the combination of West Coast elements with the game world makes perfect sense. He observes, “Basically, one game was pretty much East Coast, and there was Vice City, which was Miami-based, or whatever. So now basing one on the West Coast, which is where the name San Andreas fits in, that is taken from our earthquake fault, and then hooking up with people like me and DJ Pooh, and getting that West Coast feel, you can only base the game around gangs and the element of the West Coast lifestyle. That means it is essentially gang bangin,’ drive-by shootings, drugs, police corruption and police brutality, all of that element. So it was only right, and this is not to say that is how all people live out here, but that element and culture would fit right here.”

As far as both the exponential success and the reaction to the gangsta phenomenom that is being incorporated into the game world, Eiht notes, “In the other games, you’re playing the stereotypical characters named Joe or Bill, and he’s been robbed by the mob. But in making it West Coast originated, and by putting gangs and drive-bys in it, activities that normally go on in the West Coast, it makes the game more realistic for people to play. Kids relate to the game because they know that stuff is what really happens. It is more realistic to them, because this stuff is going on everywhere, and not just on the West Coast, either, so it appeals to them. With this game, you really put yourself in the settings of living in Los Angeles and living in the gang scenario. This game shows what’s really going on in the streets.”

As far as the game’s music soundtrack, Eiht says, “They took a classic Comptons Most Wanted song, “Hood Took Me Under,” and they put it on the game. That song describes the scenario the players are dealing with. You’re stuck in the ‘hood, you’re having rivalries and shootouts, and you have enemies. Back in the day, that was the perfect song, and one that people felt, because there were so many black people, who were stuck in the neighborhood, stuck in poverty, stuck in the struggle, so that song fit what so many people were going through. When Rockstar was looking at all the possibilities of what songs to use in the game, they knew you could not do a West Coast video game without a classic Comptons Most Wanted song. Originally, they had contacted me because they needed to have permission to use the song in the game. Everything was good. We built a relationship, and they asked me to play the character, so it just fell into place like that.”

Eiht also says he wants it to be known that the success of “Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas” is important for hiphop. He points out, “It will touch a lot of people who maybe weren’t previously interested in hiphop. The game introduces them to a whole new realm, and it will help open the door of hiphop to expand to a whole new era. Millions of people will have this game, and it’s significant, whereas it becomes incorporated into the rap game. So it’s beautiful for all who are involved. It gets more people exposed to hiphop, even if they never really wanted to before.”

Eiht says he is constantly approached these days by “all kinds of people,” who have asked him to autograph the game. “Kids come up to me saying they heard my song in the game,” says Eiht. “It happens on the streets, just everywhere. Not just kids have the game, but even old people have the game.” Eiht adds, “There are also people who come up to me and tell me it’s a challenge to get to my character.”

It has all been very rewarding to the players of the game, as well as to Eiht, himself. He contends, “It’s another experience that people get to indulge in, especially when it incorporates hiphop, and one of their favorite rappers who represents the ‘hood.”

MC Eiht’s West Music signed an alliance with Native Records to distribute his current release, “Veterans Day,” through Penalty Associated Labels/Ryko. Ken M. Smith, president of Native Records states, "Eiht's current album, "Veterans Day," could also be the soundtrack for the game, because the tales that Eiht raps about on the album coincide in many ways with the story line of the game. Lovers of the game will definitely be lovers of "Veterans Day."


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news 1101773243 - January 1, 1970 By : Blunts The Latin Lyrical Assassin or just plain Blunts LLA has apparently got a spot on the up and coming DJ Whoo Kid Mixtape. Blunts is an emcee out of South Central and has been putting in work, in the Hip Hop scene, for years. I'm pretty sure a lot of you have slept on him, but it's time to wake up. He's worked with Battlecat and Jellyroll and he was featured on The Ollin Project, the Pass The Mic DVD and was on the Pocos Pero Locos 2004 Tour and CD along with Diamonique, Monteloco and others. Here's the song that will be on Whoo Kid's tape, "Here Comes Blunt LLA". Here's some other tracks: His version of the Juvenlie, Wacko & Skip's "Nolia Clap" entitled, "Cali Clap". "Step Into The Sun" is his track from the Ollin Project. And finally here's "Hold You Down" and "West Coast Joker".

Shouts to BYI Entertainment for posting the info on our forum.

On a side note, don't forget to register for the Latin Rap Conference 05. Register now!!




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news 1102381206 - January 1, 1970 By : Mark it on your calendars people! January 25th, 2005!!! The Geto Boys are back! Willie D, Scarface & Bushwich Bill's new album War & Peace is dropping on Rap-A-Lot Records and is already looking promising. As usual, it's being executive produced by J.Prince. I know I can't wait for it. DubCNN, like we always do, bring you the exclusives. Here's the first video for ya'll to peep out. It's called Yes Yes Ya'll. I dig the video. It shows the group back in the hood and still in the club. There's plenty of good lookin' women in it and cameos from Juvenile, Slim Thug & Bun B.

Also, here's what Willie D has to say:

"It’s definitely not a departure from the old Geto Boys shit. The only thing that is really different about the album is the beats are more up-tempo. But our energy level is still the same and our subject matter is still the same. We’re still championing the cause of the underserved. We’re still Geto Boys for life.

As you can see it's official! I'm glad to see these dudes back. Real legends in the game, still putting out quality records.


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news 1102472977 - January 1, 1970 By : I swear San Diego is getting hotter by the minute. This time around we have J Cin stepping into the ring with "J-LAW PRESENTES JCIN 'AREA 51' (THE BEST KEPT SECRET)" hosted by Smigg Dirtee & B-12. This mixtape/album is due to drop on Jan. 18th '05 or Feb. 15th. '05 depending on all the red tape issues.


Features include: Smigg Dirtee, CG, The A-Team, B12, C.Cee, Show(real life),Eminem, I-Rocc, Luni Coleone, Jay Tee (N2Deep), Sidewayz Inc, D12, A-Wax,Dutch, The Team, Ap9 (mob figaz), Taydatay (11/5), Young Bop (flowheecanz),Coolio Da UndaDogg, Young Dru & More...

It's a double disc feature too with disc 1 being the album and disc 2 being Chopped & Screwed by DJ Loon.
With 5 Exclusive songs from JCin,Smigg Dirtee, CG, The A-Team.

Label: ABA Muzik/Cyn-Ful Ent/LDS Media/Real Life/The Label Group
Contact Info: ThaKiddCIN@hotmail.com

Other JCin projects coming soon...
JCin & C.Cee album
JCin & 3rd Degree mixtape
JCin presents C.Cee "Pretty in Pink" (r&b)
JCin presents Almost Famous (new faces of the bay)
JCin "Time is Monee" mixtape
JCin "Real Spit" mixtape
JCin & JLaw "Bridgin the Gap"
Smigg Dirtee presents JCin -solo album-
JLaw presents JJdaBABAY "Tha Garbage Pail Kidd" mixtape
Real Life presents JCin & Show "In The Field"


Also Coming Soon...
CG "Long Story Short"
Silas aka Smigg Dirtee "God Made Dirt"
Badd Kompanee "Sex, Drugs & Rap Music"
John Dough "Dough Montana" vol2
DJ Koncept "V.A 2 The Bay"
Mac Dre presents "Starterz in the Game" comp.
Smigg Dirtee, JCin, JBoog are Tha Dirtee Boyz
Smigg Dirtee "The Blue Mixtape" and "Hardkore" mixtape
C-Bo's Bluez Brotherz "C-Section"
Yukmouth presents I-Rocc "Center of Attention" (3cd & dvd)
Yakadu "Guess Who's Yak?"
JBoog & Lego "Back to tha Future"
Sidewayz Inc. "Teach You How To Side" mixtape
Dutch the Great "The Big Show" mixtape
Show "Showbusiness" (ep)
JBoog "The Future is Here" mixtape
A-Team solo's
AND MORE...



DON'T SLEEP!!



Also don't forget Smigg Dirtee's "God Made Dirt" drops on 3.8.2005 CG "Long Story Short" drops in Feb 2005
Badd kompanee & Boog & Lego drop Mid 2005
Bluez Brotherz Feb 22, 2005
Luni Coleone & I-Rocc "How The West Was Won" vol2 (March 2005)



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news 1102553873 - January 1, 1970 By : I just wanted to pay respect to a local lady who wasn't afraid to play West Coast music and unsigned artists that were hungry to be heard. You'll be missed Break-A-Dawn =(




MAITLAND, Fla. -- Orlando radio listeners are mourning the loss of a local morning show personality.

Complications from pregnancy killed Dawn Blackstone Fleming Wednesday morning, who used the on-air name "Break-A-Dawn," WESH NewsChannel 2 reported.

She was a newlywed and a new mom.

Break-A-Dawn was part of the "Wake-Up Posse" on the morning drive at 102 JAMZ. She handled community and entertainment news for the hip-hop station and used her talents to help dozens of charities in Central Florida.

Earnest James, the senior vice president at 102 JAMZ, said everyone at the station feels they've just lost a family member. Fleming was more than an on-air talent: She was the station's leader in community outreach and a sparkplug personality with a warm heart who will be sadly missed.

She was newly married and set to deliver her first child when doctors told her she was having trouble with dangerously high blood pressure. She went off the air and into the hospital last month. She delivered her new daughter just before Thanksgiving, but then lapsed into a coma.

"The birth of her child is what she gave her life for. So, it's important that I do my part to recognize Dawn as the heroine that she was," James said.

Just 31 years old, Fleming lost her battle Wednesday morning. Her co-workers are being offered grief counseling, and sympathy cards are likely to pour into the station, joining the dozens of thank-you notes and awards from the charitable organizations that benefited from Break-A-Dawn's weekly broadcasts that focused on people most in need.

Karen Yeager, who runs Place of Comfort in Longwood, said she'll remember Fleming not just for her radio broadcasts that helped her agency collect food and toys, but for her personal commitment to help struggling kids and families.

"She truly had the heart of a volunteer. How else to be remembered? She really has a legacy," she said.

On her station Web site's bio page, Break-A-Dawn wrote: "We are not promised tomorrow."

Her co-workers now understand that painful truth.

"Her way would have been to live fully for today," James said.

102 JAMZ has been flooded with calls about Fleming. Funeral arrangements are being made as her family struggles to cope. Station management said at least one of the services being planned will be open to the public.

One ray of light in all of this: Her new daughter, born premature, appears to be healthy and doing well.


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news 1103901413 - January 1, 1970 By : Wednesday December 22, 2004 at the Knitting Factory in Hollywood found DubCNN in the midst of one of the illest shows this year. The line up included headliners and people you brought us this amazing show, the F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants, as well as Underground legends Mykill Myers, 2Mex & Busdriver. Along with plenty of Up and Coming artists like Global City, Borettta, Second State, Fats and others.

How much was it to get in you ask? 5 dollars or a Toy. All of these artists came out in support of a Toy drive! That's real ill. As they said during the show, "This time of the year is for the kids." The house was packed there's gonna be some very happy kids this Christmas. Props to Rif, Dutch & F.I.L.T.H.E.E. for putting this together.

The show was a heat rock in it's own. Everyone was given 10 minutes to do their set. And it moved very quickly. There was only one point of dead time during the entire show that boasted performances from over 10 artists. Pretty damn good, if you ask me.

All the acts were good. But, it wasn't until 2Mex and crew came out, that the crowd got crazy. On the first song of his set, a Mosh pit erupted. F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants continued the onslaught of hard hitting jams, keeping the Mosh pit going strong. But, when they brought out the special guests of the night, the place was truely bumping. For the first time since 1998, Sick Jacken of Psycho Realm and B-Real were on the same stage performing together. Along with Street Platoon, it was a perfect way of ending the night.


So, not only did the kids get a treat, but so did the fans. They witnessed Hip Hop history! Again, I'd like to thank the F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants for putting this together and giving back to the community. Also, I really would like to thank them for showing DubCNN so much love. Pick up their muthafuckin' album!!!!! Shouts to everyone who came out to support the kids!

Here's some pics:

Rif of F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants
Sicko & Kemo
DJ Resy One Of Global City
Krazy Race
Brainwave Of Global City
Transcend Of Global City
Transcend & BrainWave
Oppose Of Global City
Oppose & BrainWave
Malkavich 1
Malkavich 2
Fats 1
Dante & Fats
Fats 2
B-Real Of Cypress Hill
Mellow Man Ace
Second State 1
Second State 2
Boretta 1
Boretta 2
Black Silver 1
Black Silver 2
2Mex & Dutch of F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants
2Mex & Busdriver 1
2Mex & Busdriver 2
2Mex & Busdriver 3
2Mex
Crowd
2Mex, Busdriver & Crew
Busdriver On the Mic
2Mex On the Mic
Sick Jacken Backstage
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Krazy Race & Partner
Mykill Myers 1
Mykill Myers 2
Rebel 1
Rebel 2
DJ Felli Fel 1
DJ Felli Fel 2
DJ Strong
Felli Fel, DJ Warrior, DJ Strong
Dutch & F.I.L.T.H.E.E. 1
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Rif
Proposistion Fuck You
F.I.L.T.H.E.E. & Dutch
Dutch & Rif
Sick Jacken of Psycho Realm 1
Jacken & Cynic of Street Platoon
Crow of Street Platoon
Jacken, DJ FM, Crow, Cynic
Sick Symphonies
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B-Real
Crow, B-Real & FM
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Jack & B-Real 1
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Cynic, Jacken, Crow, B-Real
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news 1104074241 - January 1, 1970 By : A new cut from The Game's highly anticipated solo debut "The Documentary" has surfaced, on a DJ Whoo Kid mixtape. This is the song "Dreams" that Game mentioned in interviews which is produced by Kanye West.

Check the song out below, and make sure to pick up "The Documentary" January 18th! In other G-Unit news, 50 Cent's new album has been pushed back to March, which is good news for Game, as this will give his album more time to get promoted before 50 comes.

Here goes the song:

The Game - Dreams

Enjoy!

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news 1104460052 - January 1, 1970 By : The homie Mauzip talked to Chicago based and former Cash Money Records rapper Mikkey. Before I start talking about the interview, I’d like to take this opportunity to point out that Mikkey is dope as hell and is fuckin slept on! Not only is this man -who worked among others with the likes of TQ, Mack 10, Kanye West and Jazze Pha- very gifted as a rapper, but lyrically he belongs to the top of the rap industry also.
In this interview Mikkey talked about his time on Cash Money, his anger towards Baby, his affiliation with Kanye West, upcoming projects and much much more! On top of the exclusive interview Mikkey also dropped a freestyle for ya’ll to check out!

Click
here to read/listen to the interview!

Click here to download the Baby diss record that Mikkey talks about in the interview.
Enjoy!

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news 1104903215 - January 1, 1970 By : The homies over at So So Def just hit me off with some new mixtape music from the camp for ya'll, and there's some new Daz too! Daz, JD, Da Brat & Kid Slim over the "How We Do" beat, or Daz, JD, T Waters & Kid Slim over Puffy's "24 Hours To Live" beat.

Check out the songs below:


Daz, JD, Da Brat & Kid Slim - How We Do (Mixtape Re-Twist)

Daz, JD, T Waters & Kid Slim - 24 Hours To Live (Mixtape Re-Twist)

JD & T Waters - Dem Boyz (Mixtape Re-Twist)

T Waters & Kid Slim - Soldier (Mixtape Re-Twist)

And for those who missed it before:

The Game, 50 Cent & Daz - Westside Story (Mixtape Re-Twist)

Enjoy!!



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news 1105477203 - January 1, 1970 By : New G-Unit West artist Spider Loc is featured on the new "DJ Whoo Kid Presents: G-Unit Radio 10 (Before The Massacre 2050)" on a song with 50 Cent and Young Buck called "Bitch What You Know About".

I have it here for ya'll to check out, personally I'm not feeling Spiders verse on this one... But make up your own mind, download the song below:

50 Cent, Young Buck & Spider Loc - Bitch What You Know About

Enjoy!

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news 1105754894 - January 1, 1970 By : This one has Dr Dre on it and he pretty much kills it. I wonder why they took it off.
It's from the new Whoo Kid mixtape called "Mean Streets".

Here's 3 cuts from the mixtape:
The Game
"Where Im From" ft Dr Dre
50 Cent "Animal"
50 Cent "Why Ask Why"

cop the mixtape if you see it and support Dj Whoo Kid it has a few instrumentals from Game's cd aswell.

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news 1106601202 - January 1, 1970 By : The West Coast Mixtape Kings themselves have taken over the Pacific side and now they're beginning to conquer Latin America. On top of the Latin Hip Hop Mixtape DJ Warrior is doing with us here at DubCNN(which is nearly complete! Look for the feature on it, very soon!), the Cali Untouchables got another project hitting the Latin market. It's titled West Coast Mixtape Kings Presentan El Reggaeton Mix 1.

Puerto Rico Meets Southern CA by way of Las Vegas. DJ Warrior and DJ Strong team up for this one, along with DJ Dee, and take mixed straight through tape of all exclusive Hip Hop Reggaeton blends and exclusive Reggaeton tracks direct from Puerto Rico!

Featuring tracks from Reggaeton stapes Nicky Jam, Daddy Yankee, Voltio, Ivy Queen and many more. Also featuring Lil Jon, Young Buck, Fat Joe, Snoop Dogg, Black Rob and others. Peep it out!

Purchase Cali Untouchable DJs STICKER
(Click Here For Sticker) for only $6.99 and receive this mixtape for FREE. (sticker design subject to availability)

Here's the tracklisting:

1. StrongHouseRecords.com Intro
2. Daddy Yankee feat. Snoop Dogg - Soaco Drop (Prod. by DJ Big Dee)
3. 50 Cent - Disco Inferno Remix
4. Fat Joe, Jadakiss, Ja Rule - NY Remix
5. Ivy Queen feat. Fat Joe - Cuidate Tu (World Premiere)
6. Young Buck - Shorty Wanna Ride Remix (Prod. DJ Big Dee)
7. Black Rob - Whoa Remix (Prod. DJ Big Dee)
8. Lil Jon - Gasolina Party Break (Prod. DJ Big Dee)
9. Daddy Yankee feat. Pit Bull, Lil Jon - Gasolina
10. Lil Jon feat. Ying Yang Twins - Saltshaker Remix (Prod. DJ Big Dee)
11. Tori Alamaze - Don't Cha Exclusive (Prod. DJ Big Dee)
12. Daddy Yankee Mega Mix
13. Kapeon - La Debolucio
14. La Hill - Paso a Paso
15. Voltio - El Bumper
16. Nicky Jam - La Vamos A Montar
17. N.O.R.E. - Papi
18. Voltio - Altrevida Bandollera
19. Wisin y Vandel - El Booty
20. Cheka feat. Tego Calderon, Daddy Yankee - Elegante De Boutique Remix
21. Angel feat. Khriz, Divino - Sin Limite
22. Nicky Jam - Me Provoca
23. Daddy Yankee feat. Wisin, Yandel - No Me Dejese Solo
24. Zion feat. Lennox - Ahora
25. Chenky feat. Machinto - Proucame
26. DJStrong.com DJWarrior.biz DJBigDee.com Outro

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news 1106605756 - January 1, 1970 By :
Comin straight outta Ottowa, Canada, Dubcnn is puttin y'all up on Deuce Deuce. These two have been puttin in work, they've opened for M.O.P., and the legendary Kid Kapri. And you can find em on all kinds of mixtapes throughout the streets. Check the website for a ton of info, pics, and some mp3's. They've just recorded their new single "Candy Girl" and we have the mp3 for y'all to download. Look out for a video soon to come.

Deuce Deuce "Candy Girl"

www.Deuce-Deuce.com


If you live in Canada, make sure to request "Candy Girl" on your local radio station!




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news 1106674029 - January 1, 1970 By : All Hip Hop lovers and sympathizers know that Dr. Dre has been in the rap game for over 20 years. In fact, he was one of the pioneers of gangsta rap, helping create the West coast sound of Hip Hop. He created a reality that needed to be heard as the East Coast could be best known for metaphors and vivid descriptions and exaggerations of reality, the West Coast held a more different poetic stance. They spoke as if they were reading from their very own diaries. They spoke of things that forced Suburban America to pay attention, far beyond their glass houses a grimer picture was painted revealing the harsh struggles in the world. The East Coast continued to deliver a crafty method and mathematical timing of Hip Hop that either preached social change or gave a comical view of urban America, NWA boldly announced this statement, "Fuck The Police", "Express Yourself", "Dopeman" amongst countless others, all sharing to the world their reality and not apologizing one bit for it. Dr. Dre was also in the presence of Tupac as he gave us another added dimmension of reality. Since Dr. Dre left Death row in late 1996 he has built a new company -Aftermath and has made it one of the most powerful labels in hip hop. In fact Aftermath is the winning dynasty that has closed the gate on its competitors. With multi-platinum acts like Eminem and 50 cent, Dre has shaped and given a new face to hip hop and has guided these stars to superstardom. Now he has added large hip hop acts like Busta Ryhmes and Eve and has produced hits for all the heavy weights in the game.


Some would say Dre has nothing left to give hip hop or anything left to prove. Dr. Dre ‘s legacy as a hip hop legend is in place and undoubtly has nothing left to prove. Or maybe he does? Dre might not tell you his inner motivations but actions are a clear indication of any man, He actually owed himself something the ability to pay homage and give back to where he came from. He owes the place that helped made NWA a legend and DR. DRE an icon- COMPTON. Dr. Dre didn’t only come back to his home state of California to find the new face of the west coast; he came to his own back yard, his old hometown of Compton and found himself in the GAME.


Hailing from the same mean streets of Compton that Dre and Eazy E hailed from. GAME molded by the streets, by pain, by reality, by death, by new life, Dr. Dre saw everything that he experienced in this new found Aftermath soldier. At 25 yrs old and only a rapper of 3 yrs Game already has the savvy of a seasoned Jay-Z, and the in depth rhymes of the streets own Edgar Allen Poe NAS. Yes and although I have named 2 east coast artists and some West coast main stays would be offended to know he has combination and sound of East Coast rappers. But that is only one dimension of this multifaceted artist Game has the attitude of the young NWA. Game fearlessly speaks his mind, its almost as if he is not intending to offend, but that's how his very fabric is made. He openly speaks what many of us dare not to even think in a world of "politically correct" and "fake happiness". The Hip Hop game was becoming just that, we got new Blood. This is what west coast rap and gangsta rap was and is based on realities, honesty, candor that is unheard of. In a time when rappers want to talk about what they have seen in a movie or the hard lives others have had to endure. Game is a refreshing ray of light in Hip Hop. We all know there are times in our lives that we don't really want to know the truth, we are scared to find out the truth, but deep within our nature, our fabric, we know the truth is what we need. Not taking away from the other genres that emerged, but reality has a soothing effect on everyone's psyche no matter the good or bad, everyone underlying needs the truth. And The Game is definitely the truth.


Game rhymes and talks about what he has seen for 25 years of his life, but manages to connect with men who are in prison who have been there for 25 years of their lives, and manages to connect with disheartened women, unrealized dreamers, and the people that society has forgotten about. Game holds no punches or tears back about the life not only he lives, but the life all kids who grow up in Compton or any urban hood or disenfrachised home had to endure. Instead of trying to glorify a fictious gangster life that most rappers only know about through movies or word of mouth, Game puts a spotlight on the life of kids who grow up in the hood and more importantly the streets of Compton, forcing us to ask ourselves is this really a life that we want for our children, for our future? Did we forget about this life when we forgot about Dr. Dre? As the cycle of Hip Hop went from East to South to Midwest, the extremely painful reality begin to wash away with pimps, luxuries, dancing, and women. Like Tupac, Game doesn't talk about what he sees he talks about what he knows. After the attempt on his life and his dreams of becoming a basketball star unrealized, Game tapped into the artistic and creative genuis that lies within us all. And although he says that he started studying all the greats of Hip Hop while recovering from the ambush, a man this poetic had a creative force that was always within, but just simply needed to be tapped. After a year of gaining buzz on the underground of California and working with an independent underground force. Fate stepped into Game’s life when Dr. Dre got handed the natives demo. After hearing his demo it's then that Dr. Dre realized that he had come full circle in the Game.

The Documentary is a classic for 3 reasons: Dr. Dre, perfect timing, and Game's undeniable artistic skills. Each song screams classic even the intro encourages us to understand the concept of economic advancement for the West Coast by playing the GAME, and the West Coast is definitely back and playing. Westside Story vividly places us into a California anthem and it reminds us that the West was restless, with hardcore street beats, you can't help but visualize Compton. Dreams is a universal song not because we all have them, but because each one of us are driven by our dreams, and Game taps into that. For those that think that he is just one dimmensional talking about "Gangster Rap", Martin Luther King Jr and Hughey Newton would've been happy to know that each of their dreams for social change was remembered by this generation. Hate it or Love it doesnt apologize for their reality, hate it or love it that's the life they chose, because of the cards that were dealt. Start From Scratch makes anyone who has tear ducts cry. This song pulls on every heartstring in the world. I am sure you get the point that this CD is in autorepeat and in every car. And it's not just because it's the West Coast it's because everyone has their own documentary.

Game shows he is not just a soldier, but a general by creating and being the CEO of *THE BLACKWALLSTREET*. Game plans on using this corporation not only for music but for all sorts of endeavors to give back to Compton and the place that gave life to him and his family and friends. Big FASE is the COO of the company the blackwallstreet, some calling him the Keyser Soze of the neighborhood, he is a quiet, brilliant strategic thinker, and gives Game a strong family foundation.. Game is set to win, because within their organization they are not only long time friends but they have brilliant minds like "The Negotiator" Phat Rat, Internet Specialist G-ride, Deal Maker D -Mack, Baron Davis (NBA sports) and countless others by his side. You won't know who is who some maybe dressed like gangsters, some with business suits who can speak 2-3 languages, but all of them having a skill that is unbelievable. Game has set the foundation by intelligent strategic planning, with bringing in proven leaders from outside his circle like Shemia Miller, dubbed as the Global International Business Consultant, having allies all over the world. The only unfortunate member not present about this movement is his longtime best friend Billboard. He was murdered before Game released his album and finally put his stamp on hip hop. He was lost to the streets like countless others due to gang violence, Game and The Black Wall Street will continue to carry his legacy. Unfortunately he will not be able to physically see how far Game has come and the others who grew up in his troubled town did, but his family will be able to benefit. The Blackwallstreet is set to do what the original Black Wall Street in Oklahoma was going to accomplish, because the leaders in the company are not apologizing for taking over. They have "warriors" some have brief cases, and some are said to have guns in those brief cases, but they aren't letting anyone penetrate and stop The Game, and the expansion of The Black Wall Street. They live for everything and die for nothing. That's their motto. Game, Big Fase, Phatrat, and The Black Wall Street are keeping everything family by having its base actually be on the block in Compton where his brother and others grew up. With his determination and creation of this organization, Game shows us its not the cards life deals you that matters, it's how you play the game. Now Game is poised to be the New Nigga Witta Attitude, perhaps he will do what Dr. Dre did when he found game; give back to the west coast and Compton. Like Dr. Dre, Game is poised to come back full circle.


Written by Darnell Metayer & Tonya Mitchell


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news 1106800822 - January 1, 1970 By : I'm sure by now you've all heard about the "Tsunami Song" played by Hot 97 in New York's Morning Show Crew. If not, here's a brief synopsis of the situation. Prior to introducing the "Tsunami Song," host, Miss Jones and Todd Lynn attack Miss Info, who happens to be Asian, as she objects to the song. Miss Jones say she's complaining because "you feel superior, probably because you're Asian." Miss Info makes it clear that the song is offensive to Asians, which Lynn followed with, "I'm gonna start shooting Asians." They play the song, which poked fun at the Tsunami victims and Asians. Some lyrics included:

"And all at once, you can hear the screaming chinks
And no one was saved from the wave
There were Africans drowning, little Chinamen swept away
You can hear God laughing, 'Swim you bitches swim.'"


The morning show has been suspended indefinitely because of an immense backlash from angry listeners. Asian Rapper, Jin is not sitting quiet. He hopped in the lab and recorded a song aimed at Hot 97's Morning crew.

Listen to Jin's Response

And for those who so desire, here's a link to listen to the The Tsunami Song.

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news 1106845619 - January 1, 1970 By : DIKTATOR was born Marcus Paysour on January 8, 1986 in Charlotte, North Carolina. He is the only child of a single parent household. DIKTATOR graduated from West Charlotte High School on June 10, 2004.

DIKTATOR's love for music began at the early age of six (6), by emulating known top rap artist at the time---Snoop Dog, JayZ, Puff Daddy, Dr. Dre and others. He joined with other neighborhood kids participating in school talent shows, and even church programs. By the time DIKTATOR was twelve years old, he was writing his own lyrics, and was teaching others to do the same. DIKTATOR has the uncanny ability to capture clear, simple, pungent, and heartfelt truisms about life--- friendship, love, and even death, in his writings.

In 2000, DIKTATOR and three friends formed the rap group, NuWorld. In April of 2002, NuWorld was the opening act for Lil' Romeo and the No Limit All Stars Tour at the Old Charlotte Coliseum. NuWorld also performed for the Lil' Romeo and the No Limit Allstars Tour in Columbia, South Carolina, the following weekend. DIKTATOR left NuWorld in December 2002 and began concentrating on his lyric writing, and becoming a solo artist. He records, engineers, produces and performs his own material. DIKTATOR is the latest phenomenon to emerge from the south. His style would be described as a mixture of dirty south and east coast.

He is no neophyte to the mic. In 2003, DIKTATOR's popularity really began to intensify. In June 2003, he received several airplays at the former Hot 92.7---Charlotte's FM Hip-Hop/RB radio station. He also performed regularly during the summer of 2003 at the H20 Club in Charlotte, at its Open Mic Nights. On August 20, 2003, DIKTATOR was the opening artist at the H20 Club for renowned rap artist TI. In April of 2004, DIKTATOR was featured on the World Wide Flava TV show along with other artists as Memphis Bleek and Anthony Hamilton. The TV Show was aired on UPN and a cable access channel in Charlotte, NC and in Atlanta, GA. On June 1st, 2004, DIKTATOR was featured on Charlotte's WPEG Power 98 radio show called 'The Next Big Thing". Charlotte's newest talk show called the S.E.L.F show will feature DIKTATOR airing on UPN in January 2005.

DIKTATOR's greatest musical inspiration and idols have been DMX and Nas. His future goals have always been to perfect his art while pursuing a major recording deal. Through constant writing and recording, he has completed his first album "Shut It Down."

Stream two tracks from DIKTATOR's album, below. Look for an interview with DIKTATOR soon!

Tracklist:

1. Shut It Down/Intro
2. Can You Hang Wit it
3. How You Luv Dat
4. Ima Do Me
5. Start A Fight
6. I'll Make You Say
7. South Anthem
8. Cac & Jersey
9. Sumthin' Like A Pimp
10. Blank
11.
Quit Actin' Up
12. Rep Yo Block
13. Country Boyz
14. Lord I'm Here
15. Skit
16. Dis Fo Enemies
17. We Here
18. Take Dis Thang Outside
19. Skit
20. Kak Walk
21. In My Life

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news 1107023622 - January 1, 1970 By : So So Def artist The Kid Slim did a remake of The Game's "Higher" for an upcoming So So Def mixtape. I have the song up here for ya'll to check out:

The Kid Slim - Higher

Enjoy!

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news 1107216713 - January 1, 1970 By : You can stop the emails about when part 2 is dropping! It's here! Part 2 of our in-depth Crooked I interview is now up on the site. After we went back in to the past on part one and explored the old days, Death Row, Suge Knight and all that, we take a look at the future on this one.

Crooked tells us about his DVD and everything you need to know about it, his personal highlight on it and when he plans to release it, and of course, we go in-depth about his new album "Mama's Boy Got A Lodaed Gun", what we can expect from it, his idea of a perfect album, the subject matter, his current mindstate, how he would like to see his future, working with The Game, his relationship with Daz, the new 2Pac album and oh so much more.

Make sure to check out the interview now by clicking
here.

If you missed part 1 (shame on you!), click here to read it now.

ENJOY!!!!!!!!!!

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news 1107576334 - January 1, 1970 By : He's baaaaaaaack! Mr. Midas, the Long Beach native, Colorado resident went MIA for a minute, but he's back. And, he's hit his fam at DubCNN off with some exclusive news on what's been going down.

First, Malitov Cocktails has turned into a, what some would call, "hood classic" and is still selling large units to this day. The overseas market has been real good to Midas, he told me. The streets have been the most receptive to the project, saying he's what's been missing in the game for awhile.
Mr. Midas' CD Baby Site.

Second, Royal Pain Vol. 1, has been doing well also. Limited copies were printed, but thousands have downloaded via internet, making it a huge success also.

Third, he's been added to Flowmaster Inc., out of the Bay Area. They've been kicking up dust lately with spins on 106.1 KMEL.
Certified Ryders, has a song called "Twerk That" which is receiving regular spins on KMEL. J Official, has a song called "Grown & Sexy" and Midas has a song called "Pretty Black Girl" which have been played on KMEL, as well. Flowmaster Inc.'s CD Baby Site.

Midas got an EP coming titled Almost Famous with an album following of the same name. He has an EP release party scheduled in Denver for NBA All Star Weekend and a smash single entitled "Bag Back." It don't stop there, he' got a mix tape coming with his DJ, DJ Quote the Beatmaker during All Star weekend also. The mixtape is called "The Almost Famous Mixtape" and has drops from The Outlawz and DJ Iroc amongst others. DJ Quote's website is DJ Quote The Beat Maker Website.

Jagadan Records website new and improved coming soon.

This year is the year of Flomasters Inc/Jagadan Records family. Midas is available for all the dj's for mixtape appearances and artists for song appearances.


Mr. Midas Malitov Cocktails in stores now Jagadon Records Mr. Midas' CD Baby Site
Mr. Midas Royal Pain Vol 1 Mixtape in stores now Jagadon Records
Flomasters Inc. Flomasters Inc Vol 1 in stores now Flowmaster Inc.'s CD Baby Site
DJ Quote the Beatmaker and Mr. Midas Almost Famous Mixtape coming soon DJ Quote The Beat Maker Website
Mr. Midas Almost Famous EP and Album coming soon
Ceritfied Ryders "Til the Wheels Fall Off" coming April 05 J Official Website
J Official Mixtape: "Da Grimiest Vol. 3" coming February 05 J Official Website
J Official "Immortal" coming June 05 J Official Website
Rukus Royal Pain Vol. 2 Mixtape coming Summer 05 Jagadon Records Website

Almost Famous Cover

Flyer

Flowmasters Inc.

Covers

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news 1107906657 - January 1, 1970 By : For those who don't know yet, let me introduce ya'll to EPIK, an 18 year old, upcoming talent (unsigned) from Cleveland, Ohio. EPIK recently completed a single with The Game, featured on AFTERMATHMUSIC.COM (CLICK ON XTRAS) during which The Game co-signs
him. As The Game says on the track: "You heard the muthafuckin hype, I'm co-signing."

From East Coast to West Coast, as well as OVER SEAS, the kid is buzzing. EPIK will be featured in Murder Dog Magazine's "TOP 10 PLAYERS TO WATCH IN 2005," and will be releasing official mixtapes with his official DJ, DJ MICK BOOGIE, Cleveland's leading DJ and exclusive DJ for the Cleveland Cavaliers and NBA Superstar Lebron James. The first tape is coming at the end of January/early February, and will feature The Game, Aftermath Producer Focus, and several other serious surprise guests. If you'd like check out EPIK, please visit his site at www.epikonline.com . EPIK's tracks are currently on several national mixtapes, including the latest top-sellers by DJ
MICK BOOGIE, "The Commissioner" hosted by JADAKISS, and "The Dope Game," hosted by THE GAME, as well as a number of other nationally distributed mixtapes. You can also look for EPIK every Saturday night on Cleveland's hottest hip-hop station, 107.9.

Check out the song he did with The Game by clicking below, this is some hot shit:

Epik ft. The Game - New Single

Enjoy, and look for more from Epik right here soon!

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news 1108875005 - January 1, 1970 By : So quick, so fast! I said I'd be back with the dates for the Psychopathic Hatchet All-Stars Tour and here I am!!!!

The Psychopathic All-Star Tour hits the road on March 11th, 2005 and has co-headlining the event a selection of Psychopathic Records artists Esham, ABK, Blaze, and Jumpsteady. The Psychopathic All-Star Tour will also be featuring a special guest performance opening for each show. Make sure to get your tickets as soon as they become available because tickets are expected to sell fast!

F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants are going to be performing on all dates! So, even if you're not a huge fan of any of the aforementioned artists, go out and support some hard working West Coast Hip Hop artists!!!

And, here the dates are! Expect DubCNN to come with that Exclusive coverage!!!

Date: 3.9.2005
City/State: Columbus, OH
Venue: Newport Music Hall
Location 1722 North High St., Columbus, OH 43201


Date: 3.10.2005
City/State: Cincinnati, OH
Venue: Bogart's
Location 2621 Vine St., Cincinnati, OH 45219


Date: 3.11.2005
City/State: Pittsburgh, PA
Venue: Mr. Smalls Theatre
Location 400 Lincoln Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15209


Date: 3.12.2005
City/State: Worcester, MA
Venue: The Palladium
Location 261 Main St., Worcester, MA 01608


Date: 3.14.2005
City/State: Ausbury Park, NJ
Venue: Stone Pony
Location 913 Ocean Ave., Ausbury Park, NJ 07712

Date: 3.15.2005
City/State: Philadelphia, PA
Venue: Theater of the Living Arts
Location 334 South St., Philadelphia, PA 19147


Date: 3.16.2005
City/State: Towson, MD
Venue: The Recher Theatre
Location 512 York Rd., Towson, MD 21204


Date: 3.17.2005
City/State: Norfolk, VA
Venue: The Norva Theatre
Location 317 Monticello Ave., Norfolk, VA 23510


Date: 3.18.2005
City/State: Atlanta, GA
Venue: Masquerade
Location 695 North Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30308


Date: 3.19.2005
City/State: St. Petersburg, FL
Venue: State Theatre
Location 687 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Date: 3.21.2005
City/State: Dallas, TX
Venue: Tree's
Location 2709 Elm St., Dallas, TX 75266

Date: 3.23.2005
City/State: Albuquerque, NM
Venue: Sunshine Theater
Location 120 Central SW., Albuquerque, NM 87102

Date: 3.24.2005
City/State: Phoenix, AZ
Venue: Marquee Theatre
Location 730 North Mill Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85099


Date: 3.25.2005
City/State: Long Beach, CA
Venue: The Vault 350
Location 350 Pine Ave., Long Beach, CA 90803


Date: 3.26.2005
City/State: Henderson, NV
Venue: Roadhouse Casino
Location 2100 N Boulder Hwy., Henderson, NV 89015


Date: 3.27.2005
City/State: San Francisco, CA
Venue: The Pound
Location Pound SF at Pier 96, San Francisco, CA 94124

Date: 3.29.2005
City/State: Seattle, WA
Venue: El Corazon (formerly Graceland)
Location 109 Eastlake Ave., Seattle, WA 98109


Date: 3.31.2005
City/State: Salt Lake City, UT
Venue: Club Sound (formerly Bricks)
Location 579 West 200 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84101


Date: 4.1.2005
City/State: Denver, CO
Venue: Ogden Theatre
Location 935 East Colfax, Denver, CO 80218

Date: 4.2.2005
City/State: Lawrence, KS
Venue: The Bottleneck
Location: 737 New Hampshire St., Lawrence, KS 66044


Date: 4.3.2005
City/State: Minneapolis, MN
Venue: The Quest
Location: 110 North 5th St., Minneapolis, MN 55404


Date: 4.5.2005
City/State: Davenport, IA
Venue: Quad City Live
Location: 421 West River Dr., Davenport, IA 52806


Date: 4.6.2005
City/State: Sauget, MO
Venue: Pop's
Location: 1403 Mississippi Ave., Sauget, MO 62201


Date: 4.7.2005
City/State: Chicago, IL
Venue: House of Blues
Location: 329 North Dearborn St., Chicago, IL 60610


Date: 4.8.2005
City/State: Detroit, MI
Venue: St. Andrews Hall
Location: 431 East Congress, Detroit, MI 48226


Date: 4.9.2005
City/State: Cleveland, OH
Venue: Agora Ballroom
Location: 5000 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44103


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news 1109102373 - January 1, 1970 By : In two weeks Mikkey's new C.R.A.C.K. mixtape "The
Thirst Of The Streets Volume 1: Ready Rock (Hosted By
Violater Allstar DJ V Dubb)" will be for sale on
UncrownedCity.com. DubCNN has some audio previews for ya'll to check out. Below you can listen to the banging intro, the Birdman Diss over the GO DJ beat, Till I Die featuring Ab Liva and former Cash Money artist Gillie Da Kid and The Greatest featuring R&B singer Traye D.

1. Intro
2. Birdman Diss
3. Three Things
4. Real Talk
5. Till I Die ft. Gillie Da Kid & Ab Liva
6. Dead Wrong ft. Da G & Da Rock
7. Bitch Niggas ft. Doe Boy
8. Nawatalkinbout
9. The Greatest ft. Traye D
10. Why
11. Hood ft. Miss Criss
12. Keepin It Movin ft. Erika Kane, Bump J & Lenny
Hooks
13. Remember ft. Mela
14. Who's World Is This
15. Nowhere To Run ft. Alert & K.T.
16. Call It Like I See It ft. Loke
17. Make Dough ft. Miss Criss & Bump J
18. Matress Money ft. K.T. & Famous
19. Bump My Shit ft. Miss Criss
20. Get Down ft. Benny Franks
21. Lead The Way ft. Spree Isreal & Count
22. Outro

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news 1109215756 - January 1, 1970 By : "The story of the legend who inspired the biggest name in rap."

On March 8, 2005, Vision Plant Pictures, in association with Czar Entertainment, will release The Infamous Times - Volume I: The Original 50 Cent on DVD to eager home entertainment audiences everywhere. A powerful music-driven video magazine chronicling the nation’s most reputed street figures, notorious neighborhoods and the alluring frills of the fast life, this explicit exposé goes behind the stereotypes typically associated with legendary hustlers to uncover the true tales of pain and betrayal that all too often destroys their lives and, most times, finds them dead or in jail. Volume one of The Infamous Times has already shipped platinum to major retail outlets throughout the U.S. and is on pace to quickly become one of the best selling urban DVD’s to date.

Running 120 minutes, the main feature of this landmark series tells the true story of Kelvin “50 Cent” Martin, a cold-blooded crook who, armed with an arsenal of weapons, robbed, killed and extorted many of Brooklyn’s biggest hustlers at the height of New York’s brutal crack cocaine epidemic and from whom the multi-platinum rap superstar, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, borrowed his moniker. This is the true story of the legend who inspired the biggest name in rap.

Hosted by venerated columnist, actor and convicted felon, Bonz Malone, the subject matter echoes the insight, candid perspective and journalistic intensity of esteemed investigative programs like Dateline NBC and 20/20. Likewise, The Infamous Times is poised to be one of the preeminent urban DVD series of the decade, revolutionizing the genre with its blend of in depth coverage accompanied by a hard-driving soundtrack. Superbly helmed by pioneering video director, Froi Cuesta and the brainchild of acclaimed music impresario, Jimmy Henchmen, along with entertainment industry veterans, Tone Boots and Griff, the series aims to enlighten “at-risk” youth on the hazards of street life as it contrasts the glamorization of criminal behavior that is all too common in rap music and mainstream film and television nowadays.

We’re taking them all to task…politicians, parents, the young generation,” says series co-creator Tone Boots, who is also the Producer of MTV’s Direct Effect. “This story is very dear and close to me because I knew the original Fifty-Cent,” adds Jimmy Henchmen, the project’s Executive Producer and manager of platinum recording artists such as The Game (Aftermath/G-Unit), Mario Winans (Bad Boy) and Black Rob (Bad Boy). “I’m honored to tell a story like this that influenced the biggest name in rap as we know it today.

In addition to the true story of the original 50 Cent featured in The “G” Chronicle segment of the DVD, the Danger Zone profiles the Brownsville section of Brooklyn and uncovers the influx of the LA-based ‘Bloods’ street gang that has besieged the neighborhood’s housing projects. In the Paper Dolls segment of The Infamous Times their cameras go behind-the-scenes of one of the most popular gentlemen’s clubs in the country, Sue’s Rendezvous – made famous in the lyrics of many rap artists over the past few years. Also, the DVD’s bonus content includes an exclusive interview with Jimmy Henchmen; a profile on celebrity jewelers from Manhattan’s famed ‘Diamond District;’ and a photo gallery featuring the work of award winning photographer Jamel Shabazz – author of the celebrated photo essay, Back in the Days.

Check the
Cover and the Trailer


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news 1109547876 - January 1, 1970 By : Oakland native Opio, member of legendary Bay Area group Souls of Mischief just dropped his debut album "Triangulation Station" Tuesday, Feb 22. Below is the full album tracklisting.

1. Viva Main Vein!!!
2. Dream...But Don't Sleep (with Amp Fiddler)
3. Confederate Burning (with Casual/Rasco)
4. Things Do Change (with Amp Fiddler)
5. Fisful (with A-Plus)
6. Granite Earth (with Pigeon John)
7. What's Wrong With This Picture (with Del The Funky Homosapien)
8. Take My Changes (with Amp Fiddler)
9. Roxxanna (with Amp Fiddler)
10. For Those Who Don't Know
11. Mind, Body, And Soul
12. Drivers Wanted (with A-Plus/Tajai/Phesto)
13. Talk Dirty (with Pep Love)
14. Perseverance
15. Soundtrack To My Thought Process
16. The Grassy Knoll (with Planet Asia)
17. Puppet On A String

OPIO'S RECORD RELEASE PARTY IN SAN FRANCISCO MARCH 17TH!
WHERE? DNA Lounge, 375 11th Street, San Francisco
WHEN? March 17th (that's St. Paddys day to all of you believers!)
21+ over with ID, $12 advanced tickets, available at:DNA LOUNGE
Doors open at 9 pm
Comfirmed Performances on this momentous evening: Opio, Pep Love, ZionI and D.U.S.T. Who knows who else will show up....?

Souls Of Mischief NorthwestTour!
Various
2/22 Ft. Collins, CO Aggie Theatre
2/23 Breckenridge, CO Sherpa & Yeti's
2/24 Steamboat Springs, CO Levels
2/25 Boulder, CO Boulder Theater
2/26 Jackson, Wyoming Mangy Moose
3/1 Missoula, MT The Other Side
3/2 Bozeman, MT Zebra Cocktail Lounge
3/3 Salt Lake City, UT Lo Fi Café
3/5 Portland, OR Berbati's Pan
3/6 Bend, OR Domino Room
3/7 Olympia, WA Barcode
3/8 Eureka, CA Rumors

More Souls Of Mischief Shows!
Various
3/10/05
Souls of Mischief
ZOE nite club
417 S. First St.
San Jose, CA 95113
3/12/05
Souls of Mischief
Venue: El Rey Theatre, Los Angeles 9:00pm-2:00am
All Ages
3/18/05
Tajai @ 2232 MLK in Oakland!
All Ages
"The Small Seyss Massacre" dropping soon.

Opio and Casual added to Handsome Boy Modeling School Tour!
various
(only the dates in capitals are confirmed at this point...)
Mon-Mar-28 LOS ANGELES, CA HOUSE OF BLUES
Tue-Mar-29 SOLANA BEACH, CA BELLY UP TAVERN
Wed-Mar-30 OFF
Thu-Mar-31 ANAHEIM, CA HOUSE OF BLUES
Fri-Apr-01 SANTA CRUZ, CA THE CATALYST
Sat-Apr-02 SAN FRANCISCO, CA THE FILLMORE
Sun-Apr-03 PORTLAND, OR BERBATTI'S PAN
Mon-Apr-04 SEATTLE, WA THE SHOWBOX
Tue-Apr-05 OFF
Wed-Apr-06 BOULDER, CO FOX THEATER
Thu-Apr-07 OMAHA, NE SOKOL AUDITORIUM
Fri-Apr-08 MINNEAPOLIS, MN THE QUEST
Sat-Apr-09 CHICAGO, IL HOUSE OF BLUES
Sun-Apr-10 BLOOMINGTON, IN BLUEBIRD THEATER
Mon-Apr-11 ANN ARBOR, MI BLIND PIG
Tue-Apr-12 CLEVELAND, OH HOUSE OF BLUES
Wed-Apr-13 Toronto, Ontario The Phoenix
Thu-Apr-14 Montreal, Quebec La Tulipe
Fri-Apr-15 BURLINGTON, VT HIGHER GROUND
Sat-Apr-16 PHILADELPHIA, PA TLA
Sun-Apr-17 WASHINGTON, DC 930 CLUB
Mon-Apr-18 NEW HAVEN, CT TOADS PLACE
Tue-Apr-19 BOSTON, MA THE PARADISE
Wed-Apr-20 NEW YORK, NY IRVING PLAZA


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news 1109902980 - January 1, 1970 By : West Coast Mixtape Kings Presentan El Reggaeton Mix 2- Puerto Rico Meets Southern CA by way of Las Vegas. DJ Warrior and DJ Strong team up with Big Dee bringing you that quality hyped Reggaeton mix Purchase Cali Untouchable DJs STICKER (Click Here For Sticker) and receive mixtape FREE. (sticker design subject to availability)

Part 2! West Coast Mixtape Kings bringing that Reggaeton flavor back to the West Coast!!!! The first Mixtape was heat and you know this is gonna be even hotter! Shouts to Strong and Warrior and the entire Cali Untouchables click!!

1. HipHopWest.com & CaliUntouchableDJs.com - Intro
2. Daddy Yankees Candy Shop By (Big Dee Remix)
3. Lady Saw - I Got Your Man Remix
4. Nicky Jam – Si Te Preguntan
5. Game- How We do Remix by Dj Big Dee
6. Jowel y Randy – No Quiero Guillaera
7. Tr3s Mundo feat Super Natural - World Peace
8. Master Joe – Somo Calle
9. Eddie Dee - Pincha Funda Remix
10. 50 Cent - Candy Shop Remix by Dj Big Dee
11. Nivea, Lil Jon -.Okay Remix
12. Game, 50 Cent, Voltio - Hate It Or Love It
13. DjBigDee.com Intro - Hector (Tu Quieres)
14. Alexis y Fido - El Rolo
15. Algarete y Jomar - Maluada
16. Angel - Dose Bailame
17. Eliel feat Don Omar – Cae La Noche
18. John Erick - Reggaetona
19. LDA feat Checka - Hoy
20. Nicky Jam - Vivo Contigo
21. Nicky Jam - Chambonea
22. Vico C - Seescaman
23. Voltio – Malente De Carton
24. Wisin y Yandel - Calientame
25. Zion Y Lennox - Baila
26. Don Omar - Reggaeton Latino
27. Dj Strong.com DjBigDee.com DJWarrior.biz - Outro


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news 1109958192 - January 1, 1970 By : "Homicide Harlem! Blaow! What's the problem?"

We here at DubCNN pride ourselves in bringing you the illest Hip Hop features on the net. Yes, we're a primarily West Coast site, but sometimes, there's artists so important, that it doesn't matter where they're from. Today, I have the honor to drop on ya'll a HUGE feature. At the Latin Rap Conference this year in San Diego, I was privleged enough to chop it up with Immortal Technique.

We were able to sit down for an In-Depth interview with the Harlem emcee. We talked about his up coming album Middle Passage, the racism of Spanish television, his run in with the law in Colorado, Classism in the U.S., how Latin Hip Hop can progress, the politics of the Hip Hop game, his time on the Warped Tour and of course, President Bush and the Government. We touched on many other subjects as well. Tech elaborated on everything, holding nothing back.

Even though the Camera died during our first meeting, we were able to snag Tech to finish the interview. For those who've never seen an Immortal Technique performance, you're in for a treat! He granted us the chance to be on stage during his performance. We caught it all on tape and included it in this feature. He performed "Bin Laden," "Harlem Streets," "Peruvian Coke," "Point Of No Return," "Caught In A Hustle," and others! He dropped a few accapellas, as well.

At the moment, the transcription isn't finished, but with help from Demics, the webmaster for
Immortal-Technique.com, it'll be up by this weekend, at the lastest! 56Kers, leave your computer all day, it's worth it!

So enough talking... Here it is! Spread the word, tell your peoples!

Immortal Technique Video Feature (Interview & Performance)

Check the Immortal Technique DubCNN Shoutout

Shouts to JoeC for filiming!

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news 1110068050 - January 1, 1970 By : What up everyone? Yes, another chapter in the G-Unit/Game drama was written last night at the Vault 350 in Long Beach. I wasn't able to attend, as I was handling things at a show of my own (more on that soon), but I was able to get the scoop on what happened at the show. My boy Juda Starr filled me in with what went down. He told me that Game was on stage and started yelling out "50 Cent can suck my dick, Young Buck can suck my dick, Lloyd Banks can suck my dick," and went on naming the entire G-Unit, as well as Violator (50's Management company). Courtesy of DaPhatSpot.com you can watch 2 clips of it. The first clip is very grainy and was shot in the VIP section, but you can see Game on stage starting the chant. The second clip focuses on the big T.V. screens, which makes it more clear and shows Game saying a name (e.g. 50, Lloyd Banks etc.) with the crowd ending with "Suck my dick." Check it out for yourselves.

Here is a review of the show writting by the homie "caffeine" from the Siccness.net boards:

"Gane starts off by telling the DJ....(Who happens to be DJ QUIK) "cut the muthafuckin music i wanna clear some shit up! Im in my home town!! Long Beach is right down the street from COMPTON"....so he takes off this bulletproof vest and the boy is HEATED!!! MADDD AS HELL! In Games wordz......FUCK 50 CENT ABOUT 100 TIMES....FUCK G-UNIT......THEN HE STARTS NAMING ALL OF THE G-UNIT LLOYD BANKS, TONY YAYO, ETC...calling them all bitches etc etc... saying if they wanna kill me they know where im at on the corner of wilmington and in cpt!

Then he told the story about the incident in NYC how once he heard what was being said from the G-UNIT camp he took his whole Cedar Block Set up to the radio station where G-unit was at. GAME said the G-UNIT camp went out the back way and told the security guards that there was some bloods outside causing trouble! GAME said that the security guard just came out blasting and got one of his homies.

So in all the songs he sang hes ripping the G-UNIT camp a new one!!! Killing them off....freestyling, FUCK 50 (I KIDD YOU NOT LIKE 100 TIMES) He gets cut off by LBPD rep that was watching over the show....then GAME is like im gonna end the night like this .......i heard and watch what 50 said on 106 & park!! but fuck that...dem Niggaz wanna try to work things out........I QUIT G-UNIT!

The GAME is no joke, homies!! Once we got outta the dam show it was crazy!!! they closed down like all of downtown long beach, there was cops in full riot gear, the ghetto bird, everyone ended the night chanting FUCK 50 F**K G-UNIT! GAME WALKED ALL THE WAY TO HIS DRESSING ROOM YELLING THAT!!"

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news 1110441475 - January 1, 1970 By : Just researched into the kid Oowee and got some information on him for those interested, here's a feature that was done on him in by OZONE Magazine in December 2004.

“I’m a real street nigga, shawty,” Oowee brags, puffing on a cigarette. “A real street nigga is any man that’s willing to hold his own under any circumstance and be true to his word.” Of course, this is a standard claim coming from any rapper. But Oowee can back it up – even though he’s only nineteen, he’s already got stories for days. Still a teenager, he confidently approaches grown women with a swagger and demonstrates the mannerisms of a grown man. Oowee’s always been ahead of his time. At age thirteen, he was already driving. He recalls a situation where he’d picked up an older friend and they got pulled over. “I got caught up in some stuff that I ain’t got nothing to do with,” he remembers. “I didn’t even know he had work on him. I almost had to do a bid. He finally told ‘em [the drugs] had nothing to do with me.” Despite the street influences around him, Oowee was able to get focused on a more positive career by making use of his musical talents. Born and raised in North Carolina, he moved to Atlanta a year later at age fourteen – alone. He quickly became the flagship artist of Bogard Music, who signed a deal with Warner Bros’ “incubator” for independents, Asylum Records. His single, “Chain Swangin’,” features fellow Cak-A-Lak native Petey Pablo and has been getting play on radio stations throughout the Southeast. The video, in which Oowee and Petey party side by side in a club he’s probably not even old enough to get into, also appears on BET Uncut. His upcoming album, the appropriately named Mannish, will be an ample platform for the young’un to flex his superstar skills." Photo and words courtesy of OZONE Magazine.

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news 1110519820 - January 1, 1970 By : Fellow SickSide Soldiers!

The long awaited interview with The Kings of Underground Hip Hop, Sick Jacken, DJ F.M. of The Psycho Realm along with Cro and Cynic of Street Platoon, together known as Sick Symphonies; granted us an exclusive sit down interview. Dubcnn got the chance to ask all the questions that fans world wide, from Japan, Eroupe and straight back to their famed city of Downtown Los Angeles. Dubcnn asked questions about the past, present, future and everyting in between.

This exclusive interview was about an hour and some change, I asked everything from the highly anticipated Mixtape turned album called Sick Symphonies Presents: SickSide Stories that will be released this June, along with other prjects, like The Black Havana Tribe. Of course we had to touch the subject of Big Duke's condition and surprises he has in the works. Street Platoon's new album, I even took it back to the "Chicano Pride" days. We also spoke about B-Real rumors, tours, their clothing lines, and what’s next for Sick Symphonies!

Thanks to SGV and JoeC you will be able to see it, hear it or read it!
I am doing my best to transcript it for everyone who doesn't have the capability to download audio or video. How was the interview you ask? One word. S I C K!

Check out the offical website
ThePsychoRealm





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news 1111074422 - January 1, 1970 By : This past Saturday belonged to the legendary Beat Junkies. NightLife was the theme of the night, as it will be every 2nd Saturday of the Month, from now on, at the Knitting Factory in Hollywood. The Beat Junkies had a lot to celebrate this particular Saturday night, it was Mr. Choc's 20th year of DJ'ing, as well as the new Defari/Babu album, under the moniker Likwit Junkies, being released April 22nd. The first 50 guests in attendance got hooked up with an advance copy.

DubCNN does it how they always do! Getting you all the exclusives, first! The Beat Junkies were the resident DJ's, they took everyone back to the early 90's. It was a B-Boy's heaven! Even Crazy Legs of Rock Steady Crew started off the battling session which lasted till the lights came on. A lot of people came and showed love, there was so many in attedance it was hard not to be in awe. Starting with the Beat Junkies DJ's spinnen first; Babu, dj "What"?!,Mr. Choc, Rhettmatic, J.Rocc, Melo-D, even Julio G OG KDAY Mixmaster got down on the 1's and 2's scratching to "Planet Rock." On top of that, here's a list of everyone else who was in attendance: Evidence & Rakaa of Dilated Peoples, Planet Asia, Madlib, Peanut Butter Wolf, Mr. Len of Copany Flow, Murs, Crazy Legs of Rock Steady Crew), Chocolate Ty of Barber Shop/Likwit Crew), DJ Lady Tribe, Tony G , Zen of Visionaries), Lexicon, Truly Odd, Defari, and even Jordan Knight formerly of New Kids on the Block. Plus many more including our very own Justin!

Of course we got the pictures to showcase the whole night!

The next NightLife event will be held Saturday April 9th, Pics of the entire night will be posted ASAP!

Here's the pictures!

Breaker
Chali 2na
Crowd
Breaker2
DJ MisHaps & Rakaa
Evidence
DJ Babu
Evidence & Rhettmatic
Julio G
Julio G spinnin'
DJ Melo-D & Rhettmatic
VIP Crowd
Truly OdD and DJ MisHaps
VIP Crowd 2

You know DubCNN.com, all around Los Angeles, reppin' West Coast Hip Hop to the fullest!!!


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news 1111439795 - January 1, 1970 By : DubCNN back in the house! Some new heat from my boy Scipio. The song is called "Ghetto Trivia". Scipio is currently on tour with Xzibit, Ras Kass & Strong Arm Steady in the States, so make sure to catch him, I have the tour dates at the end of the update. But first, check out the song below:

Scipio - Ghetto Trivia


Enjoy, and check out the tour dates below:

03/18/05 San Francisco (Fillmore)
03/20/05 Los Angeles (House of Blues)
03/21/05 San Diego (4th & B)
03/24/05 Houston (Numbers)
03/25/05 New Orleans (House of Blues)
03/26/05 Atlanta (Roxy)
03/28/05 Miami (Mansion)
04/01/05 Washington DC (Dream)
04/02/05 Detroit (St. Andrews Hall)
04/04/05 Chicago (House of Blues)

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news 1111706159 - January 1, 1970 By : Snoop and The Game have decided to go all out on their current US tour. They've just added 24 more shows! Here's the officail complete list:






4/15/2005 Salt Lake City, UT / E Center
4/16/2005 Vail, CO / Vail Village
4/17/2005 Denver, CO / Magness Arena
4/19/2005 Wichita, KS / Kansas Coliseum
4/20/2005 St Louis, MO / Savvis Center
4/21/2005 Minneapolis, MN / Target Center
4/22/2005 Chicago, IL / Allstate Arena
4/23/2005 Detroit, MI / Joe Louis Arena
4/24/2005 Cincinnati, OH / U.S. Bank Arena
4/26/2005 Columbus, OH / Jerome Schottenstein Center
4/29/2005 Hartford, CT / Ctnow.com Meadows Music Center
4/30/2005 Buffalo, NY / University of Buffalo Alumni Arena
5/2/2005 New York, NY / Apollo Theater
5/3/2005 New York, NY / Apollo Theater
5/5/2005 Boston, MA / DCU Center
5/6/2005 Ithaca, NY / Cornell University
5/7/2005 Philadelphia, PA / Wachovia Center
5/8/2005 Washington, DC / Patriot Center
5/10/2005 Atlanta, GA / Philips Arena
5/12/2005 Oklahoma City, OK / Zoo Amphitheater
5/13/2005 Dallas, TX / Smirnoff Music Center
5/14/2005 San Antonio, TX / Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
5/15/2005 Corpus Christi, TX / American Bank Center
5/18/2005 Albuquerque, NM / Journal Pavilion
5/19/2005 Phoenix, AZ / Cricket Pavilion
5/20/2005 San Diego, CA / RIMAC Arena
5/21/2005 Anaheim, CA / Arrowhead Pond
5/24/2005 Las Vegas, NV / Skin
5/25/2005 San Jose, CA / HP Pavilion
5/26/2005 Sacramento, CA / Sleep Train Amphitheatre
5/27/2005 Portland, OR / Rose Garden Arena
5/28/2005 Seattle, WA / White River Amphitheatre
5/29/2005 Vancouver, BC CAN / Pacific Coliseum
6/5/2005 East Rutherford, NJ / Giants Stadium


The dates in bold are the new additions to the tour.
Go To www.ticketmaster.com to find tickets.


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news 1111713398 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn was at the Big Daddy Kane Show in Copenhagen the other day and we managed to film the show so we could bring it to yall that couldn't be there.

Man let me tell you it was a show like no other he had a chemistry with the crowd that i've never seen before. From bringing a young kid on stage since it was his Birthday to letting people in the crowd get on the mic.
Big Daddy Kane even threw in a little comedy and paid homage to some of his dead homies from Tupac Shakur to Jam Master Jay.

Click
HERE to checkout the show.

Sound is a little loud so turn down the speakers when you play this video.

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news 1112647358 - January 1, 1970 By : The third installment of the Anger Management tour will be on the road beginning July 7, it was announced today. This will be the first tour Eminem has done since the November 12 release of his latest album, Encore, which is approaching five-times platinum sales in the U.S.

Joining Eminem on tour for all but the first two dates is 50 Cent, whose new album, The Massacre was released on March 8, and has already sold almost 3 million copies. This is the first U.S. tour that pairs Eminem with partner in rhyme 50 Cent. Like Eminem and his Shady Records family, this will be a family affair for 50, with G-Unit joining him on the road. 50 Cent is just beginning to shoot his film debut, and due to the movie's production schedule he will be unable to appear at the first two dates, Indianapolis, IN and Columbus, OH. Ludacris will be taking his slot for those shows. King of Crunk Lil Jon along with his East Side Boyz will start of the night off right for the entire tour.

"We've been waiting for the right moment to go on tour, and it all finally came together," said Eminem. "We wanted to put together the best lineup we could...I'm always trying to top the last tour whenever I go out. I think we're really doing it this time."

Eminem's entire Shady Records family will be on the road with him for the five and a half week run. Besides hearing songs from Encore performed live for the first time, concertgoers will see performances from D-12, Obie Trice, and the newest addition to the family, Atlanta's Stat Quo, who recently signed to Shady/Aftermath and is already creating a buzz at press and radio. Shady artist and award-winning mixtape king Green Lantern will, as usual, be behind the turntables.

50 Cent added: "Whenever I get together with Em you know it's going to be hot. Right now, I don't see anything that will stop this from being the tour of the summer. You better put in for that time off from the job now, before somebody else beats you to it. Or quit your job so you can see every show."

Those who can't quit their jobs can tune in to Sirius Satellite Radio's Shade 45 channel all summer long for tour coverage, exclusive live performances, and backstage interviews. Also coming this summer is the DVD from 2002's Anger Management tour, which features live performances from Eminem and D-12.

The tour will wrap in Detroit with two shows at the home of the Detroit Tigers, Comerica Park. These shows promise to be as legendary as the one-off hometown show at Detroit's Ford Field in 2003. Dates are as follows:

July 7 - Indianapolis, IN - Verizon Wireless Music Center
July 8 - Columbus, OH - Germaine Amphitheater
July 11,12 - Chicago, IL - Tweeter Center
July 14 - Denver, CO - Pepsi Center
July 17 - Seattle, WA - White River Amphitheater
July 19,20 - San Jose, CA - HP Pavilion
July 22 - San Diego, CA - Coors Amphitheater
July 23 - Los Angeles, CA - Hyundai Pavilion
July 24 - Las Vegas, NV - Thomas & Mack Center
July 26 - Phoenix, AZ - Cricket Pavilion
July 28 - Dallas, TX - Smirnoff Music Centre
July 29 - San Antonio, TX - Verizon Wireless Amphitheater
July 31 - Atlanta, GA - HiFi Buys Amphitheater
August 1 - Tampa, FL - Ford Amphitheater
August 2 - West Palm Beach, FL - Sound Advice Amphitheater
August 5 - Washington, DC - Nissan Pavilion
August 6 - Philadelphia, PA - Tweeter Center
August 8,9 - New York, NY - Madison Square Garden
August 10 - Boston, MA - Tweeter Center
August 12,13 - Detroit, MI - Comerica Park


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news 1114289722 - January 1, 1970 By : I'm still in shock. I.E. representer and one of my good friends Kay9ine, was killed today. There are no details on the incident, but word is that the yet to be revealed killer(s) broke into his house, shot Kay9ines mother in the head, and proceeded to kidnap him. His body was later found in the back of a car. His mother is currently still on life support. We wish her the best.

This is a call to anybody who might have further information on this incident. Please contact me immediately at
nima@dubcnn.com and let me know.

The entire DUBCNN staff would like to express our condolences to 9ine and his family. For those who don't know, Kay9ine was also the brother in law of Billboard aka 4Bent (R.I.P.) from Black Wall Street.

We will run a special Kay9ine feature tomorrow. You can also read an interview I conducted with Kay9ine back in 2002, by clicking here. He had his biggest hit in 2002 with Kurupt, called "Extra'd Out" from his album "The 9ine Cocked Back". He was also featured on our very own "West Coast Unified Vol. 1" compilation on the song "I'm Back".

We will be uploading exclusive footage of 9ine, along with audio tomorrow.

Rest In Peace homie.

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news 1114472613 - January 1, 1970 By : Thanks to Kay9ine's manager for the update on the situation. Kay9ine just woke up out of coma. He was shot twice in his back, and once in his head. The bullet is still lodged in his head, however he is looking for a full recovery.

His mother is also in stable condition and is being released from hospital soon. The sad news however is that his cousin, didn't make it, he died the same night, after being shot several times.

As we reported, 9ine was carjacked and kidnapped by 4 unknown men outside of Redlands. The gunmen proceeded to force 9ine to go to his home, which they robbed. The mother and cousin were in the house, and were shot cold heartedly. The mother however, still managed to call 9-1-1, 9ine was found around 3:30am.


Here goes the full police article:

"REDLANDS - Police on Sunday identified a gang member as the triggerman in the weekend home invasion robbery in which a Redlands man was killed and a grandmother was wounded.

Michael Lamar Rose, 23, also known as "Li'l 9", is a member of the Harlem Crips gang of Los Angeles County and is likely armed and dangerous, police said.

Rose, who is 5 feet, 9 inches tall, weighs 200 pounds and has black hair and brown eyes, is an acquaintance of Michael Denmon, 32, who was kidnapped from the house where Gerald Brooks Jr., 28, was killed, police said.

The suspect's last known address is in Pomona, police spokesman Carl Baker said, and his gang territory is thought to extend from Compton to Pomona.

"We're making an all-out effort and doing what we need to do to solve (the killing),' Baker said at a news conference Sunday evening. "We're combing Los Angeles, San Bernardino and Riverside counties.'

Meanwhile, Peggy Faulkner, who was also wounded in the home-invasion robbery, and Denmon remained at hospitals where police have taken steps to ensure their safety.

Faulkner, 52, who was shot at 2 a.m. Saturday in her house in the 100 block of West Delaware Avenue, was reported in stable condition at Loma Linda University Medical Center. For her protection, police have her hospitalized under an assumed name.

"They're being restrictive about who can see them (the victims) because they're afraid of repercussions,' said neighbor William Peck, 54.

Faulkner is expected to be released today, said neighbor Trina Collins. Neighbors said she probably won't return to the house and will probably stay with her brother elsewhere.

Denmon is being treated at UC Irvine Medical Center. His condition was unavailable.

The violence, which stunned the neighborhood, began with Denmon being carjacked outside of Redlands, police said.

Next, Denmon was forced to go to his Delaware Avenue home where the house was robbed, and Brooks, who neighbors say is related to the other victims, was killed.

Faulkner was shot and the suspects took her car from the house where her seven grandchildren slept. She was able to call 9-1-1.

Police said Denmon was forced to go with Rose and three other men who took Faulkner's champagne-colored 1990s Chrysler 300. Fullerton police found Denmon at 3:30 a.m. Saturday. He suffered two gunshots to the back and one shot to the head, Peck said.

"I've never heard of something like this happening in Redlands,' Peck said. "That's more for areas like Los Angeles and Hollywood.'

Faulkner's car was discovered in an industrial area in Long Beach Saturday afternoon alongside Denmon's blue 2003 Land Rover which was also taken.

Both vehicles were towed back to Redlands on Sunday and are being processed by the Redlands Police Department forensics team for evidence, Baker said.

The victim's neighbors are trying to organize a car wash and other fund-raisers to help pay for Brooks' funeral costs, Collins said.

Saturday's killing was the first homicide in Redlands this year. There have been 14 murders in the city since 1988 and in each case, the suspect was arrested or is currently awaiting trial, Baker said.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective John Moore at (909) 798-7642 or Detective Chris Catren at (909) 798- 7580 or the Redlands Police Department at (909) 798-7681.
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news 1116119853 - January 1, 1970 By : The Hip Hop world has just been struck with a huge blow, Justo Faison, the founder/creator of The Justo's Mixtape Awards, has passed. According to sources, he was in driving in Richmond, Virgina, doing promotions, which ended in a fatal car accident, early Saturday morning.

I was getting my Oil changed when I got the phone call from DJ Warrior about Justo's passing. It was saddening to hear, to say the very least. I had the pleasure of meeting Justo twice when he was out here in L.A. recently. He showed me a lot of love. I thanked him for showing the West Coast love at a predominatly East Coast function. I knew, just by talking to him, he had no cares about East Coast/West Coast or anything of the sort. He wanted to see Hip Hop progress, as a whole. He will be missed.

"Justo is a person that gave me, not only business, but personal advice, as well. He made Mixtapes official to the industry. He took it to another level for a person like me, who came from nothing and had been grinding so long. I can say that I got my break, to a certain degree, because of him. The Mixtape Awards got me recognition throughout the Hip Hop world. Rest in Peace to him. My Condolences to his family. This is Big loss for Hip Hop today. He was a legend." - DJ Warrior of Cali Untouchable DJs.

As the news came in, so did the phone calls and E-Mails of people sending their condolences and speaking on this tragic news. Here's some quotes from DJ's and Artists.

"Justo made mixtapes happen, he was the one who brought the industry to love mixtapes, to get their artists out. He gave the DJ the strive to make a good mixtape, he brought the awards where the DJs would think if I made a hot mixtape and if I was consistant maybe I would win one. Justo is a legend to the DJs and a great man he will be missed. May Justo R.I.P.." - DJ Papa Smirf

"Big ups to my man Justo, the true Mixtape King. He helped make Mixtape DJ's and Artists. He was able to break down the barriers and bring together the East Coast, West Coast, South, Midwest, Reggae, Reggaeton, etc. He'll be missed. My condolences go out to him and his family." - DJ Hideo of Cali Untouchable DJs.

"Rest in Peace to one of the coolest niggas. He was a real good brotha from the streets to the corporate shit. My condolences." - Chace Infinite of Self Scientific.

"Rest in Peace to Justo. Condolences to him and his family from Strong Arm Steady. He had a great vision for Hip Hop. Furthering everything cats were doing in the U.S. and took it all over the world. Justo gave a platform, something to look for, more so than other hierarchy of award shows. He set tone for real cats in the street makin' names for themselves. From East Coast to West Coast to London. He'll be missed, gotta keep his legacy pushing and alive." - Krondon of Strong Arm Steady.

"Salutes to Justo. This is a tragic loss to Hip Hop. He did a lot for Mixtape DJs when he didn't have to. To be nominated and apart of the Award's is an honor. On behalf of all Cali Untouchable DJs. Condolences to him, his family, friends. I wish it didn't happen. Again, this is a big loss for Hip Hop. He was a Father figure. Hope to see legacy live on. Hope its like Oscar's of Hip Hop for DJs." - DJ Strong of Cali Untouchable DJs.

"In 2003, I moved to NY from Oakland, California, dead broke with dreams of making it in the DJ business. After only being in NY for a week, totally unknown, Justo reached out to me and offered to drive me around to all the boroughs and educate me in the Mixtape game. From that moment on, Justo became my homeboy. Throughout my DJ grind, whenever I had a question or problem, Justo was always ready to listen and help out. If you were real with Justo, he would ride with you no matter what. Those that didn't like him, he didn't do that industry bullshit and pretend to like them either. In 2004 I won a Mixtape of the Year Award. This was an incredible feeling. But my greatest Hip Hop moment was being nominated for a Mixtape Award in 2003, where I sat at Justo's Mixtape Awards at the plushed out Manhattan Center alongside legends like Kid Capri and Redman. At the moment, I went from being a Hip Hop fan to feeling like I was part of the Hip Hop movement - my greatest award ever. I owe all that to Justo." - DJ Vlad.

Tragic loss! I never met him personally but heard nothin' but good things about him. Justo was the pulse of the street, his Award was something that represented hard work and really what this music is: The Streets." - Balance.

"He was doing something good for the community and had a good outlook on Hip Hop. Rest in Peace." - Styles P of The Lox.

Devestating. He had plans to do the Awards in Madison Square. That was his goal to get there. That was the hugest thing for Hip Hop. He had been working on that. He wanted the world to know what the Mixtape awards were about. Its gonna be hard to replace him. He did the most for Mixtape djs. He put money in DJs pockets. There was nothing like the Mixtape Awards. Huge loss to the Mixtape world. Its gonna be hard to do anything he ever did. He had plans to do a Justo Mixtape every week. He started it last week. He was gonna be on Rap City on May 22nd. He had a good heart. For some to recognize DJs, you have to have a good heart. Hes gone be missed and it’s a big loss he made Mixtapes commercial, nobody ever did that.” - DJ SynCity

"You can't measure what he has done for Hip-Hop on a whole. He is a big reason why we have moved 101,000 since 2001." - Annonymous Records.

Justo recently released a DVD Documentary about the Mixtape Awards. For those who never knew him and those who did, PLEASE
Cop The Mixtape Documentary!!!

Let's keep the Legacy alive and keep his dream intact! R.I.P. to a true legend and great person. Dubcnn sends our condolences to Justo and his entire Family and Friends.

We will be Editing this post, adding more shout outs, as well as Pictures and Audio, over the next few days. Continue to pay attention to this.

R.I.P. Justo Faison

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news 1116383137 - January 1, 1970 By : Some new heat from Compton representer Wing (GWI Incorporated). We've brought you a couple joints by Wing previously, those who checked him out before know what I'm talking about. The kid is a problem.

This one was produced by VT, download "Bad Karma" below:
Wing - Bad Karma

Enjoy!

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news 1117572399 - January 1, 1970 By : This..is..another..DUBCNN..exclusive! We just can't stop... I have a special drop for ya'll today! It's by Treacherous Records' artist One-2, who we introduced to ya'll a few weeks ago. One-2 is a lyrically gifted young artist on the grind right now, ready to show the world what he has to offer. On his debut mixtape "The High School Dropout Mixtape Vol. 1", he flips alot of different styles, touching on subjects ranging from the educational system, to the state of the rap game, to bitches grinding on you at the club.

With features by his fellow Treacherous comrades Crooked I, Jayo Felony, Big Syke & K-Young, aswell as his own people Komplex, Edifice and more.

After a few listens, I have to say this is one of the best mixtapes to come out in a while, One-2 really put it down! Hopefully he will be able to get alot of exposure in 2005 and really put it down.

Anyways, enjoy this exclusive, download the "High School Drop Out Mixtape Vol. 1" below:

-=| One-2 - The High School Drop Out Mixtapte Vol. 1 |=-

Enjoy, and keep checking back with us for the latest, you'll get it here first.

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news 1118525380 - January 1, 1970 By : Ask the legends about the road to greatness and they will speak loudly of trials and tribulations they endured. Their love for their respective arts not only inspired them to rise above their circumstances, it saved them. Recognized as one of hip-hop’s brightest rising stars, Mense has triumphed over more than most.

The Brooklyn based emcee’s story begins on the other side of the Hudson River in northern New Jersey. Forced to leave school in the 7th grade after an altercation, Mense decided to focus on music, often spending hours recording with his childhood friend, DJ T-Bone. Overwhelmed by the positive feedback from their live mixtapes, the duo decided it was time record a professional demo. However, there was one obstacle; both lacked the funds for studio time. Frustrated, Mense would eventually find himself on the wrong side of the tracks trying to gather funds for his music career by any means necessary. It was during this time he befriended a rapper\blood general from Harlem who had moved to Spring Valley, named Jo-Grams.

After hearing Jo-Grams freestyle in a parking lot, T-Bone called up Mense. And follwing an hour of rapping back and forth, Mense and Jo-Grams formed a bond that would last over the next several months. Dubbing themselves “Piranhas,” they quickly established themselves as one of the area’s top crews. He and Jo-Grams develped a well known and well respected reputation of power on and off the mic. It would take a tragedy to remove Mense from the streets and put him back on the right road.

Mense left the BK to attend school in Boston. After only a few months in Boston, he dropped out of school and returned back home to pursue his rap career. Within a week, a friend set up a meeting between Mense and Mel who manages DJ Envy. It would result in Mense’s debut on- DJ Envy Presents: Please Listen to My Demo Volume 1. Praised for his track (# 3), He would be called upon to contribute to other major mixtapes including those by DJ Vlad, DJ Gspot and Sickamore.

Though the journey was a long one, it’s no surprise that Mense has risen to the forefront of the rap game. His life has given him constant material to write about, while his mental stamina and wit keep the fans asking for more. Continuing to crush the mixtape scene with freestyles and songs, he is now recording his official album while negotiating with major recording labels. Currently, he is preparing for the release of his mixtape, "The Transporter", hosted by DJ Whoo Kid, as well as the release of the music video for the street single, "Lonely Streets". His life is best summed up with a quote he often refers to when asked about his journey, “The Road Was Rough, But I Decided to Ride It”.

Here's audio from his Transporter Mixtape with Whoo Kid.

Mense - Now

Mense - Lonely Streets

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news 1118925540 - January 1, 1970 By : You probably remember the Richmond MC Flii Stylz, who I introduced to ya'll ago. I have two brand new heaters from him here for ya'll, both tracks taken off the upcoming "Rize" soundtrack. Check out the songs below:

Flii Stylz - Beastly

Flii Stylz - Wildin' (ft. Dap Daniel)

Here is some more info on the movie "Rize":

"Rize" reveals a groundbreaking dance phenomenon that's exploding on the streets of South Central, Los Angeles. Taking advantage of unprecedented access, this documentary film brings to first light a revolutionary form of artistic expression borne from oppression. The aggressive and visually stunning dance modernizes moves indigenous to African tribal rituals and features mind-blowing, athletic movement at near impossible speeds. "Rize" tracks the fascinating evolution of the dance: we meet Tommy Johnson (Tommy the Clown), who first created the style as a response to the 1992 Rodney King riots and named it "Clowning", as well as the kids who developed the movement into what they now call Krumping. The kids use dance as an alternative to gangs and hustling: they form their own troupes and paint their faces like warriors, meeting to outperform rival gangs of dancers or just to hone their skills. For the dancers, Krumping becomes a way of life - and, because it is authentic expression (in complete opposition to the bling-bling hip-hop culture), the dance becomes a vital part of who they are."

Shouts out to Walt Liquor.

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news 1119139692 - January 1, 1970 By : As usual, DubCNN brings you the hottest Interviews with the star's of today, yesterday and tomorrow! We had the pleasure of being the first Media Outlet to Interview Los Angeles' own Blunts L.L.A. In this Exclusive First look at the emcee, we talk about his Mixtape entitled "City Of Gods" which is out now. He tells us about his past label situations, his influences, the origins of his name, how he signed to BYI Entertainment and much more.

Not only do we speak with Blunts, but we got the chance to talk with the CEO of BYI Entertainment, Luis "LuLu" Torres. He gives his insight on the Industry, the Los Angeles Hip Hop scene, as well as other topics. Check out all this and more, in the EXCLUSIVE First look at Blunts the Latin Lyrical Assassin!


Peep the Blunts L.L.A. Video Interview! (Transcription Pending)


Here is the Tracklisting featuring 4 Exclusive Tracks from the Mixtape:

01. Live (From The City Gods)
02. City of Gods (Produced by: Rome for B.Y.I. Ent.)
03. 1234 Shots Freestyle
04. A Visit From Pun
05. Armed Robbers Feat. Big Pun (Tribute) (Produced by: Rome for B.Y.I. Ent)
06. Incredibles Freestyle
07. Look At Us Now Pt. 2 (Produced by: Rome for B.Y.I Ent.)
08. Fall Back Freestyle
09. The Struggle Continues
10. What Made It Happen (Narrated by: LuLu)
11. Here Comes Blunts LLA - Whookid freestyle
12. Same Story On The Block (Produced by: M. Hughes for Editblock.com)
13. I Have Anything You Need Skit
14. Souffle (Produced by: Rome for B.Y.I. Ent.)
15. Merz - Introduction To The Game (Produced by: Rome for B.Y.I. Ent.)
16. Like An Uzi Skit
17. Lyricali - Officially In It! (Produced by: Rome for B.Y.I Ent.)
18. Look At Us Now Pt. 1
19. Step N 2 The Sun Pt. 2 (Libertad!) (Produced by: Rome for B.Y.I Ent.)
20. Don’t Trust Anybody
21. Forsaken... A West Side Story (Produced by: Javie Lopez)
22. La Ultima Cancion / The Last Song (Produced by: Rome for B.Y.I Ent.)

Cop The Mixtape At The RapTalk.net Store!

Peep the Blunts L.L.A. Video Interview! (Transcription Pending)

Special Thanks to my boy Junior of RapTalk.net and the RapTalk Media Group for all his efforts in Filming and Editing this Video! Also, shouts to him for making it possible for DubCNN to hit you with all this Exclusive Video and Audio! Stay Bossed up!

Shouts to LuLu, Blunts and BYI! The Time Is NOW!

Fuck a Crazy Nerd!

Enjoy!

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news 1119336902 - January 1, 1970 By : L.A. artist Third Degree is set to drop his debut album, "The Pedestrian," on August 2nd. The release was set to drop last year until legal problems forced it to be put on hold. Bay Area hiphop veteran E-40 will be featured Third Degree’s upcoming single, "Do My Thang." Third Degree (Wayne Gillory) hails from South Central Los Angeles where he grew up living right around the corner from Dub C of Westside Connection. I went to Hiphop High. Washington High School was where I came up. A lot of hiphop artists went there, like Dub C, Crazy Tunes from The Maad Circle, YoYo, DJ Alladin, and Sir Jinx, who DJ’s for Xzibit, and more. Crenshaw High may have had all the sports people locked up, but Washington has had the music people." explained Third Degree.

The album is set to feature 21 serious tracks, including the single "Do My Thang," featuring E-40. "I like real writers who have subjects and topics, I’m a purist kind of guy."

The releases album cover (Click Here) shows the corner of L.A.’s Imperial and Western, Third’s songs are said to "reflect hiphop sensibilities emanating on corners in areas all over the country, so his rhymes hit home with those who are both near and far. Wherever you are when you listen to this album, you’re still at the intersection of hiphop beats and masterful rhymes, as the Pedestrian makes his way through your speakers."

Lookout for more news and audio on the release coming soon, the release is set for release on Blak Ice Records.

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news 1119406468 - January 1, 1970 By :

LOS ANGELES- June 21, 2005 11:35pm
DJ Warrior performing live on stage tonight on 'The Tonight Show' with Jay Leno and the cast of Rize (Krumpers and Clowners), a film by David Lachapelle. Please check your local listing times for the Tonight Show with Jay Leno (11:35pm PST)

Coming to select theaters June 24th - "Rize" reveals a groundbreaking dance
phenomenon that's exploding on the streets of South Central, Los Angeles.
Taking advantage of unprecedented access, this documentary film brings to first light a revolutionary form of artistic expression borne from oppression. The
aggressive and visually stunning dance modernizes moves indigenous to African tribal rituals and features mind-blowing, athletic movement sped up to impossible speeds. "Rize" tracks the fascinating evolution of the dance: we meet Tommy Johnson (Tommy the Clown), who first created the style as a response to the 1992 Rodney King riots and named it "Clowning", as well as the kids who developed the movement into what they now call Krumping. The kids use dance as an alternative to gangs and hustling: they form their own troupes and paint their faces like warriors, meeting to outperform rival gangs of dancers or just to hone their skills. For the dancers, Krumping becomes a way of life - and because it's authentic expression (in complete oppositionto the bling-bling hip-hop culture), the dance becomes a vital part of who they are.

Like "Paris is Burning" or "Style Wars" before it, "Rize" illuminates an entire
community by focusing on an artform as a movement that the disenfranchised
have created. But the true stars of the film are the dancers themselves: surrounded by drug addiction, gang activity, and impoverishment, they have managed to somehow rise above. The film offers an intimate, completely fresh portrayal of kids in South Central as they reveal their spirit and creativity. These kids have created art - and often family - where before there was none. illuminates an entire community by focusing on an artform as a movement that the disenfranchised have created. -Courtesy davidlachapelle.com


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news 1120186639 - January 1, 1970 By : Newly signed Universal Records, Houston MC Chamillionaire, otherwise known as the ‘Mixtape Messiah’ is keeping his fans on the street happy with his latest mixtape release, while they await the release of his long awaited debut album Controversy Sells. This follow-up to the DJ Whoo Kid tape The Truth, features the collab Mixtape with the Shady Records signee Atlanta's Stat Quo and a Chopped and Screwed version courtesy of DJ OG Ron C.

The tape entitled Big Business also features tracks from Chamillitary regulars Rasaq(who happen's to be Chamill's brother) and 50/50 Twin as well as Houston legend Bun B, Nitro, Buddy Boie, Donny Arcade, LTDA and T. Pain. There is also a classic track with Chamillionaire, Stat Quo, and New Orleans greats B.G. and the late Soulja Slim. Also, the Chamillionaire featuring David Banner street anthem, "Talkin That Talk," which is featured on the soundtrack to the Nelly's “The Longest Yard.”

Big Business will keep fans of both Chamillionaire’s regular and ‘Chopped and Screwed’ music happy as 17 of the featured tracks will appear on the 2nd disc, courtesy of OG Ron C.

Here is the tracklisting:

Disc 1:

01. Supposed To Represent - Chamillionaire
02. Like Dat - Stat Quo
03. Talkin That Talk - Chamillionaire feat. David Banner
04. I Wish U Would - Nitro
05. Hot Sauce - Stat Quo [produced by LT Moe]
06. Trouble - Chamillionaire
07. I Need Mine Stat Quo
08. Used To Love Rap - Chamillionaire
09. What It Is Stat Quo
10. Shake It How U Make It - Stat Quo & Chamillionaire
11. Gangsta Shit - LTDA & Nitro
12. The Dean Meets The Mechanic - Buddie Boy, Stat Quo
13. City Behind Us - Rasaq
14. Loyalty - Rasaq, 50/50 Twin, Chamillionaire
15. In These Streets - Chamillionaire, BG, Stat Quo, Soulja Slim
16. Hold Up - Bun B, Stat Quo, Chamillionaire
17. Known In These Streets - Stat Quo
18. Cleveland's Back - LTDA
19. Spit It Like A Pro - Rasaq
20. In The Ghetto - Stat Quo
21. Plottin & Schemin - Stat Quo, Chamillionaire
22. Welcome to the Ghetto - Buddy Boie, Donny Arcade, Chamillionaire, Nitro
23. How We Do - Stat Quo
24. I'm Sprung - T. Pain, Stat Quo

Disc 2: Screwed and Chopped Version (by OG Ron C)

01. Supposed to Represent - Chamillionaire
02. Like Dat - Stat Quo
03. Talkin That Talk - Chamillionaire Feat. David Banner
04. I wish U Would - Nitro
05. Hot Sauce - Stat Quo(produced by Lt Moe)
06. Trouble - Chamillionaire
07. I Need Mine - Stat Quo
08. Used To Love Rap - Chamillionaire
09. What It Is - Stat Quo
10. Shake It How U Make It - Stat Quo & Chamillionaire
11. Gangsta Shit - LTDA & Nitro
12. The Dean Meets The Mechanic - Buddie Boy, Stat Qu
13. City Behind Us - Rasaq
14. Loyalty - Rasaq, 50/50 Twin, Chamillionaire
15. In These Streets - Chamillionaire, Bg, Stat Quo, Soulja Slim
16. Hold Up - Bun B, Stat Quo, Chamillionaire
17. Known in these streets - Stat Quo
18. Clevelands Back - LTDA
19. Spit It Like A Pro - Rasaq
20. In The Ghetto - Stat Quo
21. Plottin & Schemin - Stat Quo, Chamillionaire
22. Welcome To The Ghetto - Buddy Boie, Donny Arcade, Chamillionaire, Nitro
23. How We Do - Stat Quo
24. Im Sprung - T. Pain, Stat Quo


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news 1120246024 - January 1, 1970 By : Busting onto the scene from the gang-riddled Crenshaw area of Los Angeles, we have Mic Check. Three charismatic, talented, young men with great flow and stellar personalities to match. They free-style, dance, act, write, produce and completely entertain. In the words of Big Red from the Five Heartbeats, “What don’t you do?” And the answer to that is…they simply do it all.

Comprised of high-school friends Jonathan Wellman (J-Double), Robert Marshall (Gizmo) and Brian Allen (B-Cautious), the 17-year olds are getting a great head start on their visionary rap careers. They have a deal with Los Angeles based label Ex Recordings, their debut album is complete, national radio promotions are about to kick off, and a banging video for their single “I’m Fresh” is ready to hit screens everywhere. Their live set is none too shabby either ~ their tours of Los Angeles Middle and High schools have caused near riots as word of their skills got around ~ especially amongst the young ladies.

Mic Check came to Ex Recordings after founder Michael London, an entertainment attorney and film producer, began a talent search for his start-up label. With his finger in many entertainment endeavors, Michael’s reach was wide and he received hundreds of submissions from young hopefuls looking for their break. “When I started Ex Records we received countless submissions by many groups and solo artists. Michael muses. “There was just something about Mic Check though that was undeniable. They are the whole package.”

These young men have begun to build an impressive buzz on the streets. Some of the highlights of their zooming career have been performing at the Inglewood Forum for “Battle Zone 3 ½”, ‘krump dancing’ with Tommy the Clown, who stars in David Lachapelle’s directorial debut “Rize”, performing at the Geneva Awards and opening for The Ruff Ryders in Oakland, CA.

These kids haven’t missed a beat stepping into the game at this point and their plan is to continue getting rave reviews for the next ten years to come and then some. Their debut album “Guaranteed”, which drops July 19th, 2005, will speak for itself, and we’re sure it has a lot to say.

Keep your dial set to Mic Check. You don’t want to miss what’s next.
ExRecords.com

Here's some songs to preview.

Fresh (full)
Arrived (snippet)
Jae Dub(snippet)
100 Bars(snippet)



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news 1121198223 - January 1, 1970 By : "I'm from the Eastside of Cleveland. Grew up in this spot called 'The Hill,' directly across from the projects. I was a young cat, seeing everything that was going on. My mama would tell me, 'Don't take your ass across the street.' But I was a kid, you know, so I was fascinated. Back then it was real heavy with the crack and the guns and everything. Cleveland ain't nothing but a big ghetto anyway, man."

That environment also provided the groundwork for Ray Cash the MC. "I got into Hip-Hop from hanging around the older dudes. Listening to Scarface. Listening to NWA. The shit they were talking about, the guys I hung around with were actually doing. When I got to high school, I would dib and dabble with it. My man would beat on the table and I'd bust a freestyle. People would say, 'Man, you can really rap.' But I'd say 'Get the fuck outta here.' But when Jay-Z came through Cleveland for the Hard Knock Life tour, that made me wanna rap for real. I was always a Jay fan, but seeing him be himself on stage, so cool, so laid back. He was just doing him. To see somebody do him and see people respond to it. That's power right there. It just clicked with me."

Ray talks about his early music influences, "When I came up people just cared about putting out good music. Didn't seem like they were hung up on whether they sold a million the first week. You don't get that kind of feel no more. The other day I was watching videos with three of my dudes when 'Big Poppa' came on. And everybody just stared like they were in a daze. You miss it. A cat telling you some real honest shit. You don't hear that no more. And that's part of why my approach is the way it is. A lot of people only know what's on the radio, and they accept it. I don't wanna just accept it."

He certainly doesn't accept it on C.O.D.: Cash On Delivery, a triumphant debut propelled by beat-smiths like Rockwilder, Rick Rock and Knoxxxx. From the rambunctious "The Bomb" and the playfully humorous "Sex Appeal" to the poignant hometown statement "Payback," Ray Cash hits the worn out rap scene with a mainline hit of reality. Then there's the incendiary "Fuck AmeriKKKa," a record that recalls rap history at its middle-fingered best, combining the defiance of Ice Cube with the street prophet's poetic lens of young Nas.

"Niggas don't let they nuts hang no more. It's rap: say what the fuck you wanna say. Luke said it. Cube said it. Man, I'm from Cleveland, one of the worst cities to live in. We're at the bottom of the barrel. The budget's fucked up. Can't nobody get a job. And I'm talking about cats in high school who just wanna work at Footlocker. So cats resort to doing whatever they gotta do. 'Fuck AmeriKKKa' was just my way of saying that what you, the system, thinks is priority, ain't the priority. We the priority. We the ones hurting. I ain't no big political cat, but I watch the news. I see what's going on. I walk the streets. I can see what's fucked up. I can see what's real."

Here's
Real Audio Stream of his first single "Sex Appeal."

Look for an Interview with Ray Cash very soon.

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news 1121304149 - January 1, 1970 By : In a city infamous for its murder rate, Hasani “Sani G” Adams, 25, was born and raised to succeed in the streets of Gary, IN, frequently the United States’ “Murder Capital” for the past decade. He joined the notorious Gangsta Disciples at a young age, and his life on 48th Ave. began with drugs and hustling. Later, he put aside his first love, basketball, to begin rhyming at the age of 14, declaring himself as “one of the realest niggas comin’ from the middle of the map,” though the streets occupied most of his time.

After losing several friends at a young age due to gang violence, Sani G began to question his future. As a result of his contemplation, he enrolled in college at Central State University in Wilberforce, OH. After years of hard work, a college degree, and beginning life as a father for his daughter, Sani G went back to the studio to pursue what he really wanted out of life.

Over the past year, Sani G, along with fellow artists Dave Speed, The Fam and producer DJ Meech under Rob N Hood Records, released several mixtapes, generating Sani G’s major underground buzz, selling more than 21,000 independent units. As more mixtape DJ’s begin taking notice, the attention garnered from across the country is increasing his popularity.

Inspired by Eightball & MJG, U.G.K., Scarface, and, of course, the late, greats 2Pac and The Notorious B.I.G., Sani G is not your average 16-bar spitter. His style is considered universal, a result of the influence of the various types of music he was subjected to growing up. He appeals to all listeners as proven by the variety of mixtape DJ’s who play his music from all parts of the country. These DJ’s include DJ Warrior (West Coast); Rob N Hood (Midwest); DJ Drama, DJ Ideal, DJ Eleve-8 (Down South); DJ Finesse, DJ Radio and Sickamore (East Coast), as well as other major DJ’s.

Sani G has a Southern flow with an East Coast vibe, blended with a West Coast gangsta mentality and the distinct Midwest attitude that demands to be heard. He is a force to be reckoned with.

Here's two exclusive tracks from Sani G. First up, we have a Freestyle over The Game's "Dreams" beat. On it, he addresses a certain St. Louis rapper for not, according to Sani, repping the MidWest right. That rapper? Chingy. Here's the track, to hear what he has to say about Chingaling.

Sani G - Dreams Freestyle (Chingy Diss)

On this next track, you get to hear Sani's variety, if you will. Enlisting the help of Houston legend Devin The Dude, Sani drops an ode to "Some of the best shit in the World... Pussy!" The song is titled, what else, "Pussy."

Sani G feat. Devin The Dude - Pussy

Enjoy! Look for more on Sani G soon!

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news 1121904398 - January 1, 1970 By : Seattle radio Sation KUBE 93's on air personalities Tiffany Warner, Eddie Francis and DJ Scene present
"Official Summer Mix 2005," Hosted by Chicago legend Common.

With a tracklist boasting Lil Kim's newest track, "Shut Up," 50 Cent's hit "Just A Lil Bit" to the posse cut Remix of Ying Yang Twins' "Whisper Song" with Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliot, Lil Scrappy & Free it is the Official hit Mix of the 2005, up until this time.

On top of Common hosting the Mixtape, you can Com Sense's current hits like "Go" and the "The Corners Remix" with Scarface and Mos Def, as well as throw back cuts like "The Light" and "Used To Love H.E.R."


Tracklisting:

01. Common - Go
02. Common Speaks with Eddie & Tiffany
03. Common ft. Scarface & Mos Def - The Corner Remix
04. Mike Jones - Back Then
05. Webbie ft. Bun B - Give Me That
06. Ying Yang Twinz ft. Mike Jones - Badd
07. Brooke Valentine ft. Lil Jon, Da Brat, Remy Ma & Miss B -
Girlfight Remix
08. Chris Brown ft. Juelz Santana - Run It Remix
09. 50 Cent - Just A Lil Bit
10. R.Kelly ft. The Game - Playa's Only
11. Mashonda ft. Nas - Blackout
12. Common - The Light
13. Kanye West ft. Jay-Z - Diamonds Remix
14. Lil Kim - Shut Up
15. 50 Cent ft. Mobb Deep - Outta Control Remix
16. John Legend - Number One Remix
17. Common ft. Kanye West & John Legend - They Say
18. Common Speaks
19. Common - I Used To Love Her
20. Kanye West - Gold Digger
21. Ying Yang Twinz ft. Busta, Missy, Lil Scrappy & Free - Wait Remix
22. Common Speaks

For those in the Seattle area, this Saturday, July 23rd, Kube 93 is throwing their Summer Jam concert with New Edition, Nas, Jon B., Ciara, Mike Jones, Pretty Ricky and others. Head down to your local Ticketmaster and try to cop some tickets.

For more info on this log on to
DJ-Scene.com or Kube93.com

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news 1122235008 - January 1, 1970 By : "It Can't Be The Truth That All Black People Think So Fucked Up, If It Is, How Could You Blame Us, We Born To Life With Problems, Drive-By's, Police Beams, Paramedics And Helicopters, Yo Children Dream Of Being Mobsters, Is This The Future For Our Junior's And Daughters?" - Kace Moon

Born on February 27, 1987 Inland Empire's Kace Moon, has dealt with adversity since his first breath in infancy. During delivery, Kace was tagged deceased, as his mother delivered his twin sister. The doctors struggled optimistically to reviving his unresponsive infant body, until finally reviving him to existence. Fortunately, there were no majorly damaging end results. Throughout his childhood, Kace, as many other Inner-city children was, a victim to the epidemic of "Star Track" vanishing fathers. His mother in result would forcefully have to sale illegal substances.

From a sofa in his homebuilt studio, he smiles, "I remember when she'd do her runs, I'd be downstairs fucking with the other kids and I'd ask her where she's going and she'd always say 'To see a man about a bulldog.' It's not like she was balling out of control. She had enough to take care of my sisters and I. I'll always understand her struggles. She's a survivor" explains the 18 year old. "It always tripped me out cause she was an ex-addict."

After multiple times of being locked up, Kace's mother moved from the gutters of San Bernardino, California to a desert region called Banning in early 1997. Banning was more affordable and less crime. "It was an opportunity for redemption from our hardships." Kace says. Following about six months living in Banning Kace's mother was again incarcerated on drug charges. From there Kace and his sisters were shipped around weekly between their three aunts. Letters from his mom daily inspired Kace's first love art, he would draw all-day to refuge from his surroundings. Once his mother was let out of detaining Kace's family moved back to Banning.

Although assuming they were away from dilemma, Kace Moon was back in a similar environment. Police on the block more than five times a day, prostitution, and many other unlawful events plagued their surroundings. Kace's mother had gotten a job during theie first year there. Supporting her family Kace's mother would stay at that job for about two years. Kace's mother would later fall in depression and become mentally ill.

12 year old Kace a product of a broken breed, began putting his focus on the streets. Breaking into homes and vending the merchandise to spend among his peers. Two years of being on a hoodlum point was just the beginning, Kace being a mirror towards his environment, following his parents and peers steps, began peddling narcotics with his older cousin. Chuckling Kace reminisces, "My cousin was had a similar situation. He needed money also. I was about fifteen he was seventeen. We did things in the past. So we went into some dude house he knew. we took his stash, linked up with some younger niggas, got them to push for us for wholesale, so it was a win-win situation it wasn't like we were investing."

One night while Kace and his cousin were robbing a store, during the robbery his cousin was identified, so he fled. They split up in different directions. Only to leave his cousin captured by authorities. Facts of his cousin behind bars hit Kace like a Mike Tyson jab, to add to the fire, a 16 year old Kace's found out his 17 year old girlfriend was pregnant. "Such a beautiful blessing at such a ugly time, had me knowing this was an influence on my life only through God. From there I got my diploma more than a year early. Being too young to get a job I just put I had a diploma, automatically, they assumed I was 18. I went against all odds with that situation" reveals the young man.

Although previously writing poetry, Kace began pouring his blood and frustration into music. Listening to many genres of music influenced his style of composition. Having the wordplay of Nas and Tupac, the versatility of Notorious B.I.G., the attitude of Public Enemy, and the hustle of Master P, Kace is the all-around M.C. All off his own hustle, Kace Moon now manages to go to college and markets his Mixtape "The Introduction" and self made shirts in Swap Meets, liquor stores, and parking lots all over The Inland Empire region. "I don't do this for fame, I do this off the strength of my family in addition to recognition and foundation of my talents. I am blessed, even if I don't get signed, I will make my dreams into reality" details the independent entrepreneur.

Here's some Audio from his "The Introduction" Mixtape. First up is a track entitled "Glocapella." Kace raps with no beat, only scattered Gun shot sounds:

Kace Moon - Glocapella

On "Ruthless Freestyle," Kace borrows Mobb Deep's "Quiet Storm" beat:

Kace Moon - Ruthless Freestyle

Kace hi-jacks the Ying Yang Twins summer smash "Wait" and puts his spin on the track with the Whisper flow:

Kace Moon - Warning Shots Silence

We'll be bring you more on Kace very soon.

SGV

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news 1122235828 - January 1, 1970 By : Around The Clock’s Illstrator is taking the music industry by storm. This 20-year-old Nuyorican lyrical beast hails from the Bronx and has been writing rhymes since age 12. Illstrator quickly developed his emceeing skills spitting in ciphers while attending high school in the Bronx. His rhyme style is extremely versatile and as an artist he stays true to himself.

As a songwriter, Illstrator has the ability to write about any subject and leaves listeners in awe with his amazing wordplay. Illstrator has performed in many venues and has been featured in the media. Some of the venues where Illstrator has performed include the Five Spot Soul Food Café, Club Pyramid, Pace University and Babalu’s (in New York City). Illstrator has been a featured artist on several local New York City television shows including Street Visionz (Bronx), Mad Cyphas (Manhattan), Sounds of the City (Bronx) and Latin Music Box (Bronx).

Things are going well for Illstrator in 2005. He has his mind set on performing, reaching out to his growing fanbase, increasing his media exposure and releasing a solo album (his first). In addition to working on his first album, Illstrator continues to make a name for himself in the underground Mixtape circuit. It’s no mystery why Illstrator’s witty and versatile flow is demanding attention not only from the streets, but also the music industry.

Here's "On And On" featuring songstress Z:

Illstrator feat. Z - On And On


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news 1122629421 - January 1, 1970 By : Warren G has been honored in his hometown of Long Beach as the Mayor proclaims August 1st through the 6th as Warren G week. The Rapper/Producer is releasing his New album, In The Mid-Nite Hour, September 27th on Hawino/Lighteryear/Wea Records.

Through years of continued excellence, Warren G has attained iconic status in the world of Hip-Hop. With a best-selling platinum and gold certified catalog boasting such classics songs as "Regulate," "This DJ" and "I Want It All" Warren has brought his laid back style of music to audiences around the world, but also a slice of life from his beloved hometown of Eastside Long Beach.

As if bringing global attention to the city weren't enough, Warren has also actively participated in the development of area and its residents in a variety of ways including the time he helped Lenscrafters, Shell Oil and City Councilmember Laura Richardson raise enough money to buy 500 pairs of eyeglasses for children to use for reading. Or the annual G Christmas shopping spree in a rented U-Haul where he drops his own cash on toys to give to kids at the California Recreation Center. Just last week the guy received an award from Project Coordinator Leonard Adams for time and money donated to the Midnight Basketball League, which operates as an alternative to the trouble that can be found outside on the streets.

Those efforts over the years are about to be officially recognized on August 1-6 when Long Beach Mayor Beverly O'Neall proclaims that time period, "Warren G Week." The seven days also coincide with the opening of G's latest labor of love: the Willie McGinest Freedom School on August 1. Freedom School is a Summer enrichment program that was originated in the Civil Rights Era year 1964 in order to teach African-Americans to read and write so they could vote. It evolved into an educational improvement curriculum that stresses reading to help build a desire to learn that young people carry with them into the regular Fall school year.

The Willie McGinest Freedom School program will be the debut of this educational course in Long Beach. City native, Super Bowl Champion New England Patriot Linebacker McGinest, put up the seed money to start the school. A mutual childhood friend then introduced Warren to the Pastor O. Leon Wood, Jr., and that's how the week's benefit concert came about to raise funds to continue this valuable enrichment program. (Robert Robinson, senior outreach coordinator for City of Long Beach, organized many of the week's other activities.)

"The City of Long Beach owes Warren G a great amount of love and gratitude for his continued demonstration of care and concern for our youth," states Pastor Wood. "He shows his love through the giving of his time and resources. He is always there when needed."

"I'm not just proud of Warren as his manager I'm proud of Warren as his uncle," adds Wron G. "He has stayed true to Long Beach and helped others to move to the next level in life. I thank the City of Long Beach for recognizing his humanitarian activities."

The full schedule of Warren G Week events include:

August 1, at 8:30 a.m.: Willie McGinest Freedom School will begin with a proclamation of Warren G Week from Mayor Beverly O'Neall at the Sutter Academy, 5075 Daisy, in North Long Beach.

August 2: TBA

August 3, at 2:00-4:00 p.m.: Warren G will speak to Boy's and Girl's Club, Martin Luther King Park 1950 Lemon Ave, Long Beach

August 4, at 10 p.m.-12 a.m.: Coach and play in Midnight Basketball League at California Recreation Center. Game begins at 12 a.m. midnight.

August 5, from 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.: Warren G Day at the Queen Mary, Long Beach Harbor with tour of ship for Long Beach residents. Meet and Greet by Warren.

August 6, at 2:00 p.m.: Warren G concert for the kids of Long Beach on the lawn in front of Hughes Hanger at Queen Mary.

August 6, at 8:00 p.m.: Warren G performs a benefit concert also on the lawn in front of Hughes Hanger at the Queen Mary. He will give new, upcoming Long Beach acts the opportunity to open for him. Special friends will drop by. Proceeds go to the Willie McGinest Freedom School.

A few days after these celebrations, Warren will begin the promotion that will announce the September 27 release of his latest album, called In The Mid-Nite Hour on Hawino/Lightyear/WEA Records. Once again self-produced, the CD will feature that patented G-Funk grown a bit in songs like "
Get Ya Down" and "Make It Do What It Do."

For those Interested, Donations for the Willie McGinest Freedom School may be sent to:

Willie McGinest Freedom School

c/o Pastor O. Leon Wood, Jr.,

5239 Atlantic Avenue

Long Beach, California 90805

Congratulations to Warren G for this MAJOR accomplishment!!

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news 1123026587 - January 1, 1970 By : "I took a couple shots and I'm still breathin'. A couple slugs to the brain and I'm still thinkin'." - 40 Glocc - "Still Breathin"

This..is..another..DUBCNN.COM..exclusive! San Bernardino artist Kay9ine, who was almost shot dead a few months ago, is ready to re-emerge back on the rap scene.

His mother was shot in the head, his cousin was fatally wounded, and he was kidnapped, shot in the head twice and left for dead. After making a full recovery, Kay9ine is BACK and STILL BREATHIN'.

9ine just hooked up with Colton City's 40 Glocc to record the song "Still Breathin'". This song leaked to the internet recently in edited form, we have it here for you exclusively, the full version. I'd like to thank Kay9ine personally for giving myself and DubCNN.com a big shoutout in the middle of the song. It's appreciated!

Check out the song in full CDQ below, and make sure to spread that shit all over! Kay9ine & 40 Glocc are "still breathin'" and ain't going nowhere!

-=| Kay9ine & 40 Glocc - Still Breathin' |=-

A certified banger, produced by Allon. And this is just the beginning of what's to come from Kay9ine! Our own Elliot aka SGV just hooked up with 9ine for an exclusive video interview where he spoke on everything, the whole shooting, step by step, aswell as his musical future.

So look for the video interview sometime next week. For now enjoy this song.

Exclusive only to DUBCNN.com. Your West Coast News Network. Accept no substitutes.

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news 1123089869 - January 1, 1970 By : Kamikaze is an Oxnard, California native that has been rapping since the age of 11. However, he hadn't actually begun recording his material until recent years. He had been heavily involved in the DJ scene and was known to his hometown as DJ Klimaxxx.

Rocking anything from House or Hip-Hop parties to raves and band concerts. However, in the summer of 2001 he faced another one of life's tragedies and lost his baby's mother and was driven to write and record a ballad entitled "Dear Desiree."

He has since then never stopped writing and recording music. He has been heavily influenced by some of hip-hop's legends such as the group N.W.A. and rappers Eazy-E, Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, DJ Quik, Snoop Dogg, 2Pac and Big Pun as well as many Underground Latino recording artists such as Kid Frost, Proper Dos, Cali Lifestyle, Cypress Hill, Lighter Shade Of Brown and Lil Rob.

After learnning the power of the Mixtape, he has been recording his first Mixtape entitled "Tha Streetz Iz Talkin' Mixtape" (Volume 1). Which includes many of his trials and tribulations in life, as well as some personal beefs in the streets. He hopes to some day work with many established West Coast artists as well as Hip-Hop's living legend The Game. As for now, he hopes you enjoy the following tracks off his soon-to-be released Mixtape. So look out for it.

Here's a couple songs off his Mixtape for you to peep. This is called "Dreams Come True":

Kamikaze - Dreams Come True

This is a track over Xzibit's "Paparazzi":

Kamikaze - Paparazzi

For more information feel free to email Noizelab@msn.com.

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news 1123550055 - January 1, 1970 By : Ras Kass is set to put out a street album independently, set for a release on August 12th, while some sites say August 15th. After all the label problems, Ras will put out two street albums, starting with "Institutionalized", which will be followed by a sequel, for now titled vol.2.

Production on the album will be handled by XL, Jim Bond, J Classic, Ish, D-Cyde, Da Riffs, Kookie, Rick Rock, Shaft, E Roc, Vyente and The Heatmakerz.

1. MTV News feat. Sway (Intro)/ It’s the Bizness
2. Air ‘Em Out
3. Slap Season feat. Jellyroll
4. Flood
5. Expect Me feat. Xzibit
6. Put Ya Glass Out feat. Killer Mike
7. Write Where I Left Off feat. E-40
8. Shine feat. Vis A Vis
9. Clayton Bixby Skit 1
10. No Love feat. Whoo Kid (Intro)
11. No Love feat. Xavie
12. My Apology
13. U Ain’t Me feat. Chamillionaire, Xzibit, Krondon
14. Look Alive feat. Strong Arm Steady, Young Buck, G-Unit
15. Life & Bullshit
16. Clayton Bixby Skit 2
17. Unconditional feat. Mystic
18. We Run The Streets feat. Crooked I, El Dog, Spiderloc, 40 Glocc, Cali Casino
19. Welcome Home

Order from
Hiphopsite or Sandboxautomatic

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news 1123784593 - January 1, 1970 By : It's goin' down with two of the hottest names in the Mixtape game, Dow Jones & DJ Chuck T, team up to bring you, South West Coast Connect Vol. 1. This is a new brand of mixtape bringin' the best talent from the West & the South together. This tape is sponsored by the South's Newest Major Hip Hop Magazine "Urban Timez." Urban Timez has already featured such West Coast Talent As Dow Jones, Balance, Fredwreck, DJ Fingaz, Fabricali.com (home of the official West Coast T Shirt and apparel) And More To Come.

Mitchy Slick has a feature Interview in the next issue that will drop within the next month!!! Look for issues of Urban Timez in various Hip Hop and Hood spots throughout the West Coast, distributed exclusively by Dow Jones & West Coast Livin Promotions & Marketing. The Mixtape will be available Next Friday in the streets & online featuring such West Coast talent as Mitchy Slick, Kenny Kingpen, Lil Bam, Self Scientific, Crooked I, Yukmouth, Balance, NWA, Game, Blunts, E-40 & Wallet & Rocchett and of course some new production and blends from Dow Jones. West, West, Yall!!!

Dow Jones & DJ Chuck T-South West Connect Vol. 1 (sponsored by Urban Timez Magazine)

West Side
01. Dow Jones-SouthWest Connect Intro (prod. by Dow Jones)
02. 50 Cent ft. Eazy E & Havoc-Outta Control Rmx (prod. by Dow Jones)
03. Crooked I-Boom Boom Clap
04. Self Scientific ft. Bun B-King Kong (prod. by DJ Kahlil)
05. Juvenile ft. Utp-Booty Like Dat
06. Yukmouth-As U Should
07. Game-Put U On Da Game (Dow Jones Blend)
08. Mitchy Slick-Ride Or Die
09. Balance-Right Here
10. N.W.A-Dopeman (Screwed & Slapped by Dow Jones)
11. Chamillionaire ft. David Banner-Talkin Dat Talk
12. Game-Im A King
13. Blunts aka LLA-Live From The City Of Gods
14. E40 ft. Trillville-Pimpin
15. Wallet ft. Rocchett-Where U From
16. Kenny Kingpen-Bigga Than That
17. Lil Bam-F.A.K.E.S


South Side
1. Roam aka Bad Daddy Intro
2. Draped Up - Bun-B (Of UGK)
3. You'z A Trick - Lil' Flip
4. Move - Stat Quo Ft. Mr. Vegas
5. Get On It - Lil' Wayne
6. That's How Ya Feel - Young Jeezy
7. Cashville (RMX) - Young Buck Ft. Wickid Material
8. Wipe Me Down - Chopper aka Young City
9. Big Boi Shit - Grandaddy Souf
10. Diamonds In My Watch - Twista Ft. David Banner
11. Want It, Get It - B.G.
12. No Chorus - Magno
13. Beatin' Up Da Block - Squad Up Ft. Lil' Flip
14. Show Me Love - Acafool
15. Circle Of Playaz - Playaz Circle
16. Tha Let Out - A.O. Ft. Liveola
17. Decatur To You - Young Noah

2ndChanceProductions for more info

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news 1123789194 - January 1, 1970 By : Back in July, I introduced you to a young emcee out of the I.E. named Kace Moon. We hit you off with three exclusive tracks from the kid. If you missed em, here they are.

Kace Moon - Glocapella

Kace Moon - Ruthless Freestyle

Kace Moon - Warning Shots Silence

Now, onto new business. Kace is back with 2 new songs. This time in the form of "Crackman" over Eminem's "My Name Is," where he wittily spits:

"Tried to get a job, the application asked for sex, marked 'm' and 'f' and Sunday's too"

Kace Moon - Crackman

Download Kace's rendition of Scarface's "My Block", which he calls "The Intro(Myembryo)":

Kace Moon - The Intro(Myembryo)

Enjoy!

SGV

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news 1124820595 - January 1, 1970 By : After putting out U Know What It Is Vol. 3 with Game, which featured the monumental "300 Bars," DJ Skee is hitting the streets full speed with his latest Mixtape. This time he enlisted the help of Chicago Super Producer Kanye West to host the tape. WestSide Hype Vol. 1 features exclusive Freestyles from Kanye West, The Game, Ras Kass, Bun B, Paul Wall and others.

Skee premiere's tracks like Dr. Dre and Game's "Here We Go," Stat Quo's Dre Produced "Oppurtunity," Young Jeezy with the God MC Jay-Z and the Bronx Bomber Fat Joe "Go Crazy Remix," and the full version of Crooked I's "Cali Boys."He shows crazy love to the New West by being the first Mixtape DJ to release "Same Gang 2005" which features Bishop Lamont, Crooked I, Spitfiya, Spider Loc, Guerilla Black, Glasses Malone, Young Hoggs, Big Wy and Six Million.

Below in the Tracklist, you can get a Snippet of one of The Game's Tracks as well as Crooked I over the Above The Law classic "Black Superman" from the Mixtape... Courtesy of DJ Skee himself!

Tracklist:

01. Intro
02. Kanye West Freestyle
03.
Crooked I Freestyle
04. Game Freestyle
05. Ras Kass Freestyle
06. T.I. Freestyle
07. Jae Millz Freestyle
08. Glasses Malone Freestyle
09. Twista Freestyle
10. Heat Freestyle
11. Stat Quo Freestyle
12. Krondon/Phil Da Agony Freestyle
13. Paul Wall/Bun B Freestyle
14. Xzibit Freestyle
15. Techniec Freestyle
16. Spider Loc Freestyle
17. Spitfiya Freestyle
18. Sean Biggs Freestyle
19. Dr. Dre/Game "Here We Go" *Hype Premiere*
20. Kanye West/Game "Crack Music" *Hype Premiere*
21. Stat Quo/Dr. Dre "Oppurtunity" *Hype Premiere*
22. Sheek "Set It Off" *Hype Premiere*
23. Kurupt/2Pac/Eastwood "My Homeboys" *Hype Premiere*
24. Young Jeezy/Jay-Z/Fat Joe "Go Crazy Remix" *Hype Premiere*
25. David Banner/Twista "Put That On Everything" *Hype Premiere*
26. Crooked I "Cali Boys" *Hype Premiere*
27. Kanye West/Paul Wall "Drive Slow" *Hype Premiere*
28. Bishop Lamont/Crooked I/Spitfiya/Spider Loc/Guerilla Black/Glasses Malone/Young Hoggs/Big Wy/Six Million "Same Gang 2005" *Hype Premiere*
29. Young Nes
30. Mykestro

Here's the Back Cover

Cop it at DJSkee.com!!!

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news 1125014176 - January 1, 1970 By : The O.C. is more than reality shows about the everyday drama of privledged High School kids. There is a Hip Hop scene and it's growing at a rapid pace.

Today, Santa Ana's own Madizm Productions have supplied the Internet with a Free Download of their ReMixtape. The Production team say they are "willing to work with artists and labels to bring out the best of their creative abilities."

You can hear remixes of the Summer smash "Fandango" by DJ Quik and B-Real with another Santa Ana artist, JMG adding his verse. A hot Remix of Jay-Z's "99 Problems" with a new emcee Phenom.

Also featured are Yukmouth, Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, E-40, Bad Azz, Too Short and many more.

Tracklist:

01. DJ Quik, B-Real & JMG - Fandango
02. Sly Boogie, Ice Cube, E-40, & Bad Azz - Get It
03. Snoop Dogg, Knocturnal, & Pharrell - Drop It Like It’s Hot
04. Tech N9ne - Imma Tell
05. NTS - Now You know
06. Roscoe & JMG - I Love Cali
07. Yukmouth, Ice Cube, & Young Trigger- Cali G’s
08. Too Short & Lil Jon - Shake That Monkey
09. Jay-Z, Phenom - 99 Problems
10. Obie Trice - The Set Up
11. JMG, Xzibit, MC Ren - Losing Your Mind
12. 2 Pac & Kurupt - Still Ballin’
13. Mike Jones & Slim Thug - Still Tippin’
14. 213 - Another Summer
15. Ciz - Do What I Gotta Do
16. The Game - Like Father Like Son
17. JMG & Phenom - Friends Or Foes

Download the
Madizm Productions - Back On The Block ReMixtape

Here's the official website:

PureMadizm.com

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news 1125194204 - January 1, 1970 By : From street life to street poet, emerges Spanky Loco. The streets of West Los Angeles is his battleground; exploding with sound, violence, money, urban drama, drug sales, and gang tales. These elements are subject matter to many songs created by Mr. Loco.

Loco has collabed with with West Coast artists the likes of: M.C. Eiht, Jayo Felony, Sylk E. Fine, Bad Azz & the Low Lifes, Playa Hamm, 40-Glocc, Blunts LLA, and Kokane to name a few,for his Loco Life album. Production to this project are credited to the BlackWall Street affiliate Kre8tor, Spanky Loco himself, and several others, including 310 West Producer Ces "From the West".

This Album has the creativity and non-stop flare to quite possibly escalate Spanky Loco into the forefront of the Latin Rap game!!!!!

Look out for Spanky Loco on Various 310 West projects and the Loco Life DVD coming this fall. Log on to
SpankyLoco.com and 310WestEnt.com to get more info.

Get two songs from the Loco Life album in the tracklisting below.

Tracklist:

01. Intro -(Who Shot Me)
02. Spanky Loco
03. City of Angeles feat. Kokane (Prod. Kre8tor)
04. You Dont Really Know feat. Blunts L.L.A.
05. Loco feat. Kokane
06. Kush
07. La Leezee feat. Huero Snipes & Ms. Justice
08. Boyz In The Hood feat. Huero Snipes
09. Get Got feat. Jayo Felony
10. Interlude (El Paletero)
11. En El Varrio feat. Nasty Boy
12. In the West feat. M.C. Eiht
13. West Coast Gee feat. Huero Snipes (Prod. Kre8tor)
14. Interlude (Just A Few Words)
15. Let's Ride On 'Em feat. Kokane & Tattoo Silent
16. I'm A Gun
17. G-Izm feat. Sylk E Fine & Huero Snipes
18. F.R.E.A.K. feat. 40 Glocc
19. I Can't Get Enough
20. How We Roll feat. Bad Azz
21. I Broke The Regal
22. A Trigger Gots No Heart (3 Mix) feat. C-Bo (Bonus Track)
23. Outro

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news 1126121571 - January 1, 1970 By : I don't usually do these big audio drops, but I got a lot of tracks for your ears to enjoy.

First we have a track from up and coming emcee A.O. featuring Magnificent aka Magno. "Fool" is from A.O.'s Lunch Time The Mixtape album, dropping in Octorber:

A.O. feat. Magno - Fool

To keep it in the vein of Magno, here's a new track from the man. He dedicated this track to that lean up in ya cup, "Promythezine":

Magno - Promythezine

Let's go from Houston up north to Chicago (with a little bit of Atlanta mixed in.) Roc-A-Fella's Teairra Mari gets a visit from the hottest emcee in Atlanta Al Gator for the "Make Her Feel Good Remix":

Teairra Mari feat. Al Gator - Make Her Feel Good Remix

Back at home, FX is back with some new audio. Before I drop the audio, FX had this to say: "Cop the 'DUES' Mixtape for $5. get the 'CHAPTER 2' Mixtape Sampler free, also. Cost is $5. 100% of the profits will go straight to the people who need it most. This is no bullshit move to make quick money. I literaly don't have $1 in my pocket and nothing to offer other than my music. It's only $5. It's small but at this time every cent counts. Get 20 good tracks of music for $5!

I'm trying to hit up radio stations, bigger sites, bigger artists. ANYONE READING THIS CAN HELP. Anything to spread the word.. word of mouth! Not one penny goes to me, I want to stress that. Everything goes to a cause! If you would like to help by submitting tracks for the next Mixtape, you can contact me at rotproductions@gmail.com. Everything is used to benefit.

MAKE SURE TO HELP!
"

Tracks can be heard at his Myspace and orderd there also. Check 405Ent.com as it will be up this week with info also.

Here is FX with vocals from Stat Quo and Slim Thug of the "Rep Yo City" beat, calling it "In The Trunk":

FX feat. Stat Quo & Slim Thug - In The Trunk

Across the Country in Miami... The Diaz Bros., who brought you Pitbull, now bring you Dirtered. Over an Indian-styled Scott Storch beat, Dirt boasts about his gangsta on "I'm A Gangsta":

Dirtered - I'm A Gangsta (Prod. Scott Storch)

Meanwhile, in L.A. Producer Javie Lopez is about to hit the streets heavy with his up coming Compilation. Execution Style Vol. 1: Shots Fired will be dropping Sept. 13th with a roster consisting of Blunts L.L.A., Diamonique, Street Platoon, Sick Jacken of Psycho Realm, Damani, Chace Infinite, Tha Mexakinz, Latin Froz, Raw Deal and A LOT more. We'll bring you MUCH more on this soon. You may have heard Javie on Blunts' City Of Gods Mixtape or in the latest song from Blunts that we dropped. Just in case you missed it, here's some new tracks.

This song has had some Radio play. It's the lead track from the Compilation entitled "Execution Movement" and features Blunts L.L.A., Diamonique, Merz, 5th Sun, Spants of City Boys and Sleep Dos:

Javie Lopez feat. Blunts L.L.A., Diamonique, Merz, 5th Sun, Spants of City Boys and Sleep Dos

Javie brings forth Los Angeles native Raw Deal to drop a lyrical slaughter on "Barrie You":

Javie Lopez feat. Raw Deal - Barrie You

Enjoy!


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news 1126219408 - January 1, 1970 By : West Coast and Down South stand up!!

The West Coast's own, Dow Jones' Latest Mixtape "South West Connect" with Southern DJ Chuck T and sponsored by Urban Timez Magazine features the best new talent from the West and Dirty South.

With songs from Yukmouth, Self Scientific, Mitchy Slick, E-40, Stat Quo, Grandaddy Souf, Young Buck and others, it's packed with something for everyone.

It shatters the stigma's of the "West Coast Gangsta" image and "Southern Fried Crunk" style that people associate with these areas.

More over, the Mixtape was on MTV's
Mixtape Monday's, this past Monday. Along with Mick Boogie's "Hustle & Snow," GMG & Cutmaster C's "Too Hard 4 HipHop," Wiz Hoffa and Mz Hoffa's "Mr. & Mrs. Hov." Check that out.

And if you haven't already, scoop up the Mixtape. 34 tracks of West Coast and Southern heat rocks!!




Tracklist:

West Side
01. Dow Jones-SouthWest Connect Intro (prod. by Dow Jones)
02. 50 Cent ft. Eazy E & Havoc-Outta Control Rmx (prod. by Dow Jones)
03. Crooked I-Boom Boom Clap
04. Self Scientific ft. Bun B-King Kong (prod. by DJ Kahlil)
05. Juvenile ft. Utp-Booty Like Dat
06. Yukmouth-As U Should
07. Game-Put U On Da Game (Dow Jones Blend)
08. Mitchy Slick-Ride Or Die
09. Balance-Right Here
10. N.W.A-Dopeman (Screwed & Slapped by Dow Jones)
11. Chamillionaire ft. David Banner-Talkin Dat Talk
12. Game-Im A King
13. Blunts aka LLA-Live From The City Of Gods
14. E40 ft. Trillville-Pimpin
15. Wallet ft. Rocchett-Where U From
16. Kenny Kingpen-Bigga Than That
17. Lil Bam-F.A.K.E.S

South Side
01. Roam aka Bad Daddy Intro
02. Draped Up - Bun-B (Of UGK)
03. You'z A Trick - Lil' Flip
04. Move - Stat Quo Ft. Mr. Vegas
05. Get On It - Lil' Wayne
06. That's How Ya Feel - Young Jeezy
07. Cashville (RMX) - Young Buck Ft. Wickid Material
08. Wipe Me Down - Chopper aka Young City
09. Big Boi Shit - Grandaddy Souf
10. Diamonds In My Watch - Twista Ft. David Banner
11. Want It, Get It - B.G.
12. No Chorus - Magno
13. Beatin' Up Da Block - Squad Up Ft. Lil' Flip
14. Show Me Love - Acafool
15. Circle Of Playaz - Playaz Circle
16. Tha Let Out - A.O. Ft. Liveola
17. Decatur To You - Young Noah


Also Be On The Lookout For Dow Jones' next big Project "Play Your Position Vol. 4: Supa Size Ur Huslte" Hosted and Featuring South Centrals very own Kenny Kingpen aka Poppa LQ. This new tape should be ready in a week and features new bangers from Kenny Kingpen, Ras Kass, C Bo, Big Wy, Glass Malone, Blunts LLA, Al Gator, Balance, Crooked I, Mitchy Slick, Yukmouth, Mr. Fab, Dr Dre, Lil Eazy and more coming next week!!

Also checkout DJ Fingaz Guns N Roses 3 available now and DJ Fingaz "OFFICIAL" Fabricali Mixtape hosted by Yukmouth featuring new updates on the upcoming Fabricali clothing for 05-06 and also new colors in the world famous "The West Coast" T as worn by Alchemist, Guru, DJ Toomp, Mitchy Slick & Strong Arm Steady, B-Real and more. For All CDs checkout 2ndChanceProductions.com, DJFingaz.com and FabriCali.com

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news 1126325884 - January 1, 1970 By : Fresh off the success of his latest album “Pigeon John Signs The Blues,” Pigeon John is hitting the road with Lyrics Born. The eclectic duo are hitting Vancouver on September 18th and touring non-stop until October 22nd in San Francisco.

But, it doesn't end there, New Years Eve they'll be in Minnesota.

Check out the dates below!!

Sep 18 2005
8:00P Richards on Richards | Lyrics Born Tour
Vancouver, BC

Sep 19 2005
8:00P Neumo's | Lyrics Born Tour
Seattle, WA

Sep 21 2005
8:00P Zebra | Lyrics Born Tour
Bozeman, MT

Sep 22 2005
8:00P Mangy Moose | Lyrics Born Tour
Jackson Hole, WY

Sep 23 2005
8:00P Ego's | Lyrics Born Tour
Salt Lake City, UT

Sep 24 2005
8:00P Cervante's | Lyrics Born Tour
Denver, CO

Sep 25 2005
8:00P Aggie Theater | Lyrics Born Tour
Fort Collins, CO

Sep 27 2005
8:00P Great Dane Pub | Lyrics Born Tour
Madison, WI

Sep 28 2005
8:00P Patio | Lyrics Born Tour
Indianapolis, IN

Sep 29 2005
8:00P Southgate House | Lyrics Born Tour
Newport, KY

Sep 30 2005
8:00P Abbey Pub | Lyrics Born Tour
Chicago, IL

Oct 1 2005
8:00P Magic Stick | Lyrics Born Tour
Detroit, MI

Oct 2 2005
8:00P Lees's Palace | Lyrics Born Tour
Toronto, ON

Oct 3 2005
8:00P Soundlab | Lyrics Born Tour
Buffalo, NY

Oct 5 2005
8:00P Living Room | Lyrics Born Tour
Providence, RI

Oct 6 2005
8:00P Paradise | Lyrics Born Tour
Boston, MA

Oct 7 2005
8:00P TBA | Lyrics Born Tour
Philadelphia, PA

Oct 8 2005
8:00P Bowery Ballroom | Lyrics Born Tour
New York, NY

Oct 10 2005
8:00P Sonar | Lyrics Born Tour
Baltimore, MD

Oct 11 2005
8:00P Satellite Ballroom | Lyrics Born Tour
Charlottesville, VA

Oct 12 2005
8:00P MJQ | Lyrics Born Tour
Atlanta, GA

Oct 13 2005
8:00P Parish @ House of Blues | Lyrics Born Tour
New Orleans, LA

Oct 14 2005
8:00P Rhythm Room | Lyrics Born Tour
Houston, TX

Oct 15 2005
9:30P Parish | Lyrics Born Tour
Austin, TX

Oct 17 2005
9:00P Hailey's | Lyrics Born Tour
Denton, TX

Oct 19 2005
8:00P Marquee Theatre | Lyrics Born Tour
Tempe, AZ

Oct 20 2005
8:00P Casbah | Lyrics Born Tour
San Diego, CA

Oct 21 2005
8:00P Knitting Factory | Lyrics Born Tour
Hollywood , CA

Oct 22 2005
9:00P DNA Lounge | Lyrics Born Tour
San Francisco, CA

Dec 31 2005
8:00P See You At The Party
Alexandria, MN


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news 1126615201 - January 1, 1970 By : Colton City's own 40 Glocc is back at it with some new audio... 40 is currently on tour with 50 Cent, G-Unit, Mobb Deep and the rest of the crew in Europe, they are currently in Nottingham. Good to see the homie 40 coming up in the rap game, people are finally realizing his potential. 40 Glocc's next solo album is set to drop on Infamous/G-Unit, be on the lookout for more info soon...

The song I have for ya'll right now is called "Strugglin'" and was produced by Fat Fish Ent, who I just dropped an udpate on below. In this track 40 talks about the struggles he had to endure coming up, a very heartfelt track. Download it in full MP3 quality below, exclusive only to dubcnn.com as always:

40 Glocc - Strugglin' (Prod. by Fat Fish)


Also be on the lookout for 40 Glocc to be featured on the upcoming DJ Whoo Kid mixtapes, along with Jayo Felony amongst others... Jayo has been spotted shouting out the G-Unit on new songs, so this should be getting real interesting..... Stay tuned!

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news 1126902237 - January 1, 1970 By : For 13 years, Hawk flew under the radar, hustling on the streets of Providence R.I., but a year ago he left all that behind and moved to Miami for a safer more promising lifestyle. In Miami Hawk was introduced to superproducer Scott Storch and took advantage. Storch was so impressed by his style he decided to produce a 10 song demo for Hawk on a hand shake understanding, "this artist is the total package." Street credibility, flow, and the look, the kid got it all. We have one of the tracks Scott Storch did for Hawk Ft The King Of Crunk Himself Lil Jon.

Hawk -
Hoes Aint Shit (Feat. Lil Jon) (Produced By Scott Storch)

Remember who brought him to you first. WWW.DUBCNN.COM


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news 1127199417 - January 1, 1970 By : Yet again the Cali Untouchable DJ, DJ Warrior is nominated for Mixtape DJ of The Year award at the 8th annual Mixshow Power Summit, being held in the Bahamas, Sept 27th - Oct 2nd. He's up against NY's Kay Slay, Green Lantern, Big Mike and Whoo Kid and the South's DJ Drama.

You can
Cast Your Vote Now.

DJ Warrior is the only West Coast DJ Nominated for Justo Faison's Mixtape DJ of the Year Award at this year's Mixshow Power Summit. DubCNN, RapTalk Media Group, StrongHouse, HipHopWest.com, and Cali Untouchable DJs would like to congratulate DJ Warrior and all the nominees for this year's award. THE WEST COAST IS IN THE BUILDING!!

Also, check Warrior in Japans premiere Hip Hop, fashion, and lowrider culture magazine Tight Magazine. It features the Cali Untouchable DJ in and Ice Clothing photo spread and includes Mash Up Radio 1 and C.U. Club Hitz Vol. 1 features. Check out pages from this months issue:

Cover, Page 1, Page 2, Page 3.

Once again! Congrats to Warrior! We got your back!!

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news 1127262611 - January 1, 1970 By : D-Talkx, CEO of Northern Static Records recently sat down with AllFrumTha I's Binky Mack for an exclusive interview. He touches on subjects such as working with WSCG, album sales, his thoughts on Squeak Ru being with Death Row, and more.



Click Here for the Interview



Binky Mack is also looking for "a level headed westcoast nigga to put on the map (he better have flows)" Get at him @ www.allfrumthai.com.



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news 1127730038 - January 1, 1970 By : As you all have heard by now, Ras Kass has finished a new mixtape/street album called "Institutionalized" which is dropping next week through his independent Re-Up Ent label. We brought you an exlcusive track from the CD a few months ago called "No Love", which got great feedback all over.

A second preview track from the mixtape is available now, called "Air 'Em Out". You know we had to bring it to you, check out the song below:

Ras Kass - Air 'Em Out

"Institutionalized" is dropping Oct. 4th, to pre-order now, click here.

Here is the full tracklisting:

1. MTV News feat. Sway (Intro)/ It’s the Bizness
2. Air ‘Em Out
3. Slap Season feat. Jellyroll
4. Flood
5. Expect Me feat. Xzibit
6. Put Ya Glass Out feat. Killer Mike
7. Write Where I Left Off feat. E-40
8. Shine feat. Vis A Vis
9. Clayton Bixby Skit 1
10. No Love feat. Whoo Kid (Intro)
11. No Love feat. Xavie
12. My Apology
13. U Ain’t Me feat. Chamillionaire, Xzibit, Krondon
14. Look Alive feat. Strong Arm Steady, Young Buck, G-Unit
15. Life & Bullshit
16. Clayton Bixby Skit 2
17. Unconditional feat. Mystic
18. We Run The Streets feat. Crooked I, El Dog, Spiderloc, 40 Glocc, Cali Casino
19. Welcome Home

Production was provided by XL, Jim Bond, J Classic, Ish, D-Cyde, Da Riffs, Kookie, Rick Rock, Shaft, E Roc, Vyente and The Heatmakerz. Stay tuned for the latest!

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news 1127865593 - January 1, 1970 By : Hip-Hop is in for a change of guard. Two young artists are currently cultivating their talents, while in the last leg of their college careers. They are Tec Beatz and Juice, collectively known as The Replacementz. The two, who are both lyricists and producers, have been a team since the respect of their peers brought them together during their sophomore year at Clark Atlanta University.

Each of them had transformed their dorm rooms into makeshift production studios; and though they did not know each other, Tec and Juice were making music in sync. "My friends came down and told me there was some dude down the hallway making beats too," recalls Tec. "I got down to his room, and he was doing the same stuff I was doing. Same type of music and all that." Since then, The Replacementz have fallen into the perfect dynamic with Tec as the producer and Juice as the lyricist of the group.

What gives them an edge over many other young up-and-comers is that each artist understands the other's style and skill. "I can do things to his beats that other people probably would be scared to do," says Juice. Their unique sound, which Tec defines as "futuristic," combines the soulfulness of the Midwest with the crunk rhythms of the South and the lyricism of the East Coast; a versatility which comes from Tec and Juice's individual musical backgrounds.

Born and raised in Chicago, Juice's interests in the music business were sparked by his brother, who is ten years older than him. "He was one of my role models," he explains, "so everything he did, I wanted to mock." When Juice was in the 8th grade, his brother released a single, which inspired Juice to seriously consider a career as an MC. While Chicago artists like Twista, Do or Die, and Crucial Conflict were exposing the world to "fast rap," Juice felt at a young age that the game needed something new. Thanks to his older brother, he had been exposed to more than just the Chicago sound, listening to MC Eiht, Geto Boyz, Nas, Jay-Z, and Three 6 Mafia. In high school, Juice and his best friend formed a group and took the underground scene by storm. Once he relocated to Atlanta, though the distance put a strain on his group, Juice's personal career goals remained undeterred.

Tec Beatz grew up in Gainesville, GA in a family of musicians. Fascinated by the sounds to which he was constantly exposed by his uncles, he knew at a young age that the music itself was what he was interested in making. After one of his uncles gave him a drum sequencer when he was in the 7th grade, Tec started making beats and never looked back. His natural talent was strengthened by a formal education acquired through years as a percussionist in both his high school band and the Clark Atlanta University marching band. When other lyricists were slow to catch Tec's vibe, he made himself into the MC needed to navigate his sound. "I'm looking ahead to the future. I might not live to see it, but that's how my mind set is," he states. "I try to make the most futuristic sounding music as possible."

Less than two years since The Replacementz got together, they have attained an impressive level of success both in and outside of Atlanta. Supported by their management, Division 1 Entertainment, they have performed on stages ranging from college talent shows to the first annual Vibe Music Fest, and have collaborated with such mainstream artists as T.I. and Stat Quo. And so impressed was the latter, that he endorsed and hosted The Replacementz first mixtape, The Panic Room Mixtape, Vol. 1. In addition to their own mixtapes, The Replacementz have also been featured on mixtapes by some of the most respected DJs in the game, including DJ Drama, DJ Don Cannon, and DJ G-Spot. In March of 2005, the group released The Panic Room Mixtape Vol. 2, featuring their first single, "Worldwide." They are in the studio constantly, taking advantage of every opportunity to continue to hone their skills, while expanding their already impressive catalogue. The group has gotten the attention and support of several major players in the game. As Stat Quo said, "The Replacementz are the real deal! Check for anything these young cats are doing along with the Division 1 Entertainment staff."

"If you want something you've never had, you must do things you've never done"

Check The Replacementz Out Here...

The Replacementz- Im A King Freestyle

The Replacementz- Murder Was The Case


More Info Check Out Division1Ent.com

Here At Dubcnn.com We Are Breaking New Artists! Every One Needs To Learn A Thing Or 2




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news 1128110182 - January 1, 1970 By : "For the record I got a nine on my mind that's why I'm bustin' so hard! I just took a headshot, not a deadshot! Ask my nigga Nima, Dubcnn, baby we hot!" - Kay9ine & 40 Glocc - "Still Breathin'".

San Bernardino's Kay9ine is still breathing and ready to smash! His mother was shot in the head, his cousin was fatally wounded, and he was kidnapped, shot in the head twice and left for dead. After making a full recovery, Kay9ine is BACK and STILL BREATHIN'.

Our own SGV aka Elliot hooked up with 9ine for an exclusive video interview, where he tells us all about the shooting in detail, how it all happened, and how he was conscious of everything that was going on. He also speaks on his music, his upcoming projects, aswell as Billboards death (Kay9ine was Billboards brother-in-law).

Check it all out by clicking below, exclusive:

-=| Exclusive Kay9ine Video Interview |=- (55MB, high speed)

Shouts out to Inspire for the editing! Shouts out to Junior for the love!

Incase you missed the track "Still Breathin'" by Kay9ine & 40 Glocc which we put up exclusively last month, check it out now by clicking below:

Kay9ine & 40 Glocc - Still Breathin'

Enjoy the interview!

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news 1129623507 - January 1, 1970 By : Another new westcoast act that many of you may not be familiar with is the group, NV. The duo consists of Absolute and Dolla, two young men who have grown up in L.A. and come together to form the group NV. Absolute speaks on the groups focus: ""The hip hop community is used to the norm. As a group, people feel like we should have a similar sound or flow but I think thats where n*ggas fail at. Its time for something fresh and new."

Regarding the name NV, Dolla revealed: "The name came with our experience. In school we were the flashy n*ggas that had what other n*ggas wanted but n*ggas know we are street niggas so they never came at us but it was obvious that the envy was there."

Initially the duo started out with their sights set on gaining money and fame however over a period of time maturity set in and the goals of the group changed: "I started rappin as a hobby. I met a producer back in high school and told him i rapped and he put me on. N*ggas in the hood were feelin it so I chose to pursue it and then brought Dolla on." to which Dolla replied, "I didnt rap at all but after we did our first show and we seen the reaction i fell in love with it. I saw it as a way to make money but me and Loot [Absolute] both realize its much bigger than that. We speak on what we've experienced and what we see which can be the same way a n*gga from my hood feels, a person from the sub-burbs or even someone in another country may be feeling. When you listen to Pac, Jay-Z, Game and 50 and see how their music reaches people who dont even speak your lanuage thats big. Its time for us to share our experiences with the world as well."

So with all the background on the group and it's goals laid down i know you will want to hear some product! NV currently have a compilation in the streets called Go Hard or Go Home which features production from Goldeneye, THX, J Classic, Ink, And Ric Rude. The CD has appearances from west coast emcees Badd Lucc, J-Do, down south artist and recent Warren G collaborator Frank Lee White as well as R&B features from new sensation Teray, Jasmine, and Alycia Bellamy. The compilation is also packaged with a dvd sampler from their upcoming "More Than Music" DVD. NV is also hosting "UnPlugged" a showcase for independent artists to perform and promote their music. Below you can view the compliations covers, audio and a full tracklist! Please drop feedback and thoughts over at the forums.

Go Hard or Go Home: Front Cover | Back Cover
01) J-Classic @ Roscoes
02) NV - Music (Produced By J-classic)
03) NV - My Block (Produced By Goldeneye)
04) NV - F*ck That Hotline
05) NV - F*ck That (Produced By Goldeneye)
06) NV - On The Floor (Feat. Badd Lucc & J-Do) (Produced By THX)
07) NV - Gators (Feat. Frank Lee White & Jovi)
08) NV - Nothin' Like You (Feat. Teray) (Produced By Goldeneye)
09) NV - All On Me (Feat. J) (Produced By Goldeneye & J)
10) Guerilla Black Shout Out
11) NV - Gotta Get It (Produced By Goldeneye)
12) NV - Sometimes (Feat. Badd Lucc) (Produced By THX)
13) In Those Jeans Skit
14) NV - Teray - Do Somethin' (Produced By Goldeneye)
15) J - 10 Positions (Produced By Goldeneye & J)
16) Teray - Work (Produced By Goldeneye)
17) Teray - One More Time (Produced By Goldeneye)
18) Teray - When We Get Alone (Produced By Goldeneye & J Myers)
19) Teray - Closer (Produced By Goldeneye)
20) Jazz Body (Produced By Goldeneye)
21) Alycia Bellamy - Take Me Away (Produced By Goldeneye)
22) Cali Love Skit
23) Teray - Just Kids (Feat. NV) (Produced By Goldeneye)

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news 1129813937 - January 1, 1970 By : Just a few days ago we dropped an update on a westcoast duo, NV. The duo consists of Absolute and Dolla, two young men who have grown up in L.A. and come together to form the group NV. Full background on the group can be found just a few updates below however due to the immense amount of feedback i received i have managed to get some more audio off the compilation which is already in the streets, Go Hard or Go Home which features production from Goldeneye, THX, J Classic, Ink, And Ric Rude. alongside appearances from west coast emcees Badd Lucc, J-Do, down south artist and recent Warren G collaborator Frank Lee White as well as R&B features from new sensation Teray, Jasmine, and Alycia Bellamy.

Check out the tracklist below with the added four tracks, including the J-Classic produced "Music" and "Gators" both of which are bangers with the latter featuring Frank Lee White.

Go Hard or Go Home: Front Cover | Back Cover
01) J-Classic @ Roscoes
02) NV - Music (Produced By J-Classic)
03) NV - My Block (Produced By Goldeneye)
04) NV - F*ck That Hotline
05) NV - F*ck That (Produced By Goldeneye)
06) NV - On The Floor (Feat. Badd Lucc & J-Do) (Produced By THX)
07) NV - Gators (Feat. Frank Lee White & Jovi) (Produced By J-Classic)
08) NV - Nothin' Like You (Feat. Teray) (Produced By Goldeneye)
09) NV - All On Me (Feat. J) (Produced By Goldeneye & J)
10) Guerilla Black Shout Out
11) NV - Gotta Get It (Produced By Goldeneye)
12) NV - Sometimes (Feat. Badd Lucc) (Produced By THX)
13) In Those Jeans Skit
14) NV - Teray - Do Somethin' (Produced By Goldeneye)
15) J - 10 Positions (Produced By Goldeneye & J)
16) Teray - Work (Produced By Goldeneye)
17) Teray - One More Time (Produced By Goldeneye)
18) Teray - When We Get Alone (Produced By Goldeneye & J Myers)
19) Teray - Closer (Produced By Goldeneye)
20) Jazz Body (Produced By Goldeneye)
21) Alycia Bellamy - Take Me Away (Produced By Goldeneye)
22) Cali Love Skit
23) Teray - Just Kids (Feat. NV) (Produced By Goldeneye)

Please drop feedback and thoughts over at the forums.

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news 1130258990 - January 1, 1970 By : Mark Breezy and Black TK's Larceny Entertainment, as they put it is, "the Business of the New West." They hit us with Young Compton, the debut mixtape from Compton sensation, Young Hootie, for which he was featured as Unsigned Hype in The Source Magazine. Then, they premiered their own live PodCast Mixshow here on DubCNN.

You may also have caught Hootie on various Mixtapes from DJ Warrior and DJ Strong's West Coast Mixtape Kingz, DJ Whoo Kid's West Coast Resurrection, DJ Age's West Connectz, DJ Hustler's and The Bloc Runnaz, respectively. He appeared on The Relativez street banger “Soo Whoop Gangsta” off their album Money Respect Money album. And, earlier this month, the Larceny camp premiered the bangin’ street video for “On Bloodz” featuring El Dorado Red, Hooda John & Big Wy on WestCoast2K.net.

But now, the long awaited follow up to Young Hootie's first Mixtape is just around the corner. Prince Of The Bity is ready for the streets. As Pablo Fuentes, staff writer for XXL Magazine says: “Young Hootie has more substance and reality in his rhymes than most of today’s MC’s, who just rap about glamour and a life they have yet to live. Young Hootie gives you an open invitation to his life, which most rappers have difficulty doing.

Releasing Prince of the Bity is the icing on the cake for Young Hootie, who is currently in talks with major labels to release his debut album Destroy & Rebuild. Now with his new street album, Young Hootie shows his growth as an artist and proves he is ready to be crowned “Prince of the Bity!!!”

Track Listing:

01. The Arrival (Skit)
02. Prince of the Bity
03. Put Ya Work In
04. I’m Young Hootie
05. Shit Don’t Stop
06. Get It Goin
07. OT Work feat. Jay Boy
08. Gunz Up
09. Set It Off
10. Haterz (Skit)
11. Shine
12. Pay A Fee
13. Celebration
14. Grand Larceny (Medley)
15. The Bizness Of The New West
16. Shit Gets Real feat. El Dorado Red
17. Shot On The 110 Fwy (Skit)
18. Stop, Cock, Pop & Roll
19. I Believe
20. Flamed Out feat. El Dorado Red
21. Move It ft. Hooda John
22. Roll Call
23. Game Never Ends
24. Mixtape Niggaz
25. Letter to my Brother (Part Deuce)
Bonus Tracks:
26. No Love feat. Joe
27. All My Life

This Mixtape is to prove that Young Hootie is "The Prince of the Bity!" But that's not all, coming early 2006 Prince Of The B-Sides, which features exclusive freestyles, excerpts and unreleased tracks from Prince Of The Bity! We'll be back with some audio from this VERY soon.

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news 1130349485 - January 1, 1970 By : Does that bother you? Well it should; as Bad Lucc in this case takes the form of Terence Harden, an artist who has evolved from the streets of Los Angeles and adopted the pseudonym Bad Lucc. Earlier this month some of you will have noticed the name Bad Lucc on the release we covered by NV, "Go Hard Or Go Home." Since then Watts MC Bad Lucc has been in touch to provide us with audio from his latest projects, which include his forthcoming solo album and the follow up to the group release The Westurn Union "Jackin 4 DJ's" which consisted of himself and Damani. That mixtape along with the new tracks are available for download below courtest of Bad Lucc. Firstly a little background on Bad Lucc;

It was the influence of his older sister that drew him towards hip-hop: "My sister wrote my first rap when I was 10 years old. I performed it at a get-together in front of family and friends and their reaction was like no other. I owe her my life" he reveals

From there Bad Lucc worked tirelessly to hone his writing skills and went on to write his first rap in 1995 after becoming intrigued by a couple of his closest friends as they performed in a battle at the high school lunch tables. "They were just so dope I had to get down", he proclaims. From there he took the route of battling competitors which gained him the attention and respect from various urban-driven record labels and famed artists such as Jadakiss and Swiss Beats. Bad Lucc has a signature style while maintaining the ability to transcend both audience and region. Bad Lucc states quite simply: "The streets made me. Now they have to listen. From the block to the boardroom."

Bad Lucc - City Life (Feat. Toussaint)
Bad Lucc - Where You From

The Westurn Union - "Jackin 4 DJ's" (Cover)
01) Whoo Kid (Intro)
02) When It's On
03) Imaginary Playa (Skit)
04) Diss How We Do
05) Freestyle (Throwback)
06) Bitch Nigga (Skit)
07) Bitch Please
08) Ron Artest (Skit)
09) Westurn Union
10) Champ Is Here
11) Hood Map (Skit)
12) L.A. L.A.
13) I'm Still Here
14) Let's Go
15) Chucky Atkins (Skit)
16) Hatin' A Thug
17) Damani Speaks

The Westurn Union - Jackin 4 DJ's (Mixtape)

Enjoy the tracks, drop feedback over at the forums and look out for news and audio coming soon on both Bad Lucc's solo album and the latest edition of the "Jackin 4 DJ's" mixtape collection.

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news 1130353361 - January 1, 1970 By : You'll hear the Sound Of Revenge all over Houston on November 22nd, but until then, all you'll hear is the crack of the bats at the Astrodome. Houston's pride and joy the Astro's are down three games to none against their American League counterparts from Chicago, the White Sox, in the 2005 World Series. In order to rally the troops, the Houston lyricist, Chamillionaire, remixed his lead single off of his up and coming-long awaited solo debut, just for the Houston Astros.

The Remix, "Turn It Up Astros," has been burning the airwaves down in H-Town. I'm sure Chamillion and the rest of the Houstonites are hoping it's enough to push their squad into four straight victories to win the World Series!

Check it out:

Chamillionaire - Turn It Up Astros

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news 1130369962 - January 1, 1970 By : The entire G-Unit crew has been touring across Europe for the past months. When I say the entire crew, I mean: 50 Cent, Young Buck, Lloyd Banks, Olivia, Mobb Deep, 40 Glocc, M.O.P., Mase, Big Twin, Spider Loc, DJ Whoo Kid & Alchemist. Tony Yayo wasn't present due to his parole situation. I rolled to the show with the homie DJ S.T.A.T.I.C., and the fresh Infamous/G-Unit signee 40 Glocc took us in. I was surprised about the very good atmosphere inside the camp, everybody seemed to be getting along and in a good mood. In the backstage area, Havoc, Prodigy, Lil Fame, Alchemist, 40 Glocc and more were eating, the latest DJ Whoo Kid mixtape banging through the speakers. Everybody was getting ready for the show, getting dressed, and focused before entering the stage in Karlsruhe, Germany.

About 15,000 fans were waiting outside for 50 Cent and his crew to rock the house. Those who have seen G-Unit in concert before know that they're not necessarily known to be very good performers, but I was hoping for Mobb Deep & M.O.P to rip it. As always, 50 started with "What Up Gangsta!" and then went through his hits, from his first album as well as "The Massacre". Although he has improved his stage performance, I have to say for an artist of his caliber, he has little to no stage presence, and he does the same hand movement throughout his whole set. With Young Buck and Lloyd Banks, his hype men during his verses, often being louder than him, you start to wonder what the crowd is going crazy about.

Mobb Deep get on stage after about half an hour and perform "Out Of Control" with 50, then do "Got It Twisted", "Shook Ones II" and "Quiet Storm". Afterwoods, Billy Danze & Lil Fame got on stage to do "Ante Up" and "Cold As Ice" and left. Throughout the one and a half hour performance, 50 also brought out Mase, who only did his verse off "Mo' Money Mo Problems" and exited the stage again. Olivia came out to perform "Candy Shop" aswell as her Jelly Roll-produced single "Twist It" with Lloyd Banks. Mobb Deep were the highlight to me, although Havoc did sound better on stage, while Prodigy was sometimes hard to hear. M.O.P. came with a lot of energy, too bad they only did two songs.

Roughly halfway through the show, Young Buck took the stage by himself for a chronic break, calling West Coast G-Unit artist Spider Loc to the front. Buck introduced Spider to Germany, as G-Units newest addition (although he was signed months prior to Mobb Deep, M.O.P. and Mase...) from the West Coast, and made the whole crowd put up their W's and yell out "Go Spider, Go Spider". Spider himself just chilled on stage, lit Buck's blunt and threw up his Dub's.

I can't forget to mention 50 Cent's shots at Game during the show neither. At some point he stopped the music and addressed the crowd. "If you got love for 50 Cent & the G-Unit, let me hear you say G-UNIIIT!", followed by everybody yelling "G-UNIT!". He continued his speech with "And if you don't got love for 50 Cent & the G-Unit, let me hear you say G-UNOOT!", followed by the crowd, alot of them obviously not realizing what 50 was saying, yelling out "G-UNOT!". I have to admit, the look on 50's face was priceless. As always, 50 added "Ok for all of those who yelled G-Unit, thank you for the support! For all those who yelled G-Unot, thank you too. Go pick up The Documentary, and make me rich! I make more money off Game's album than Game does! Haha! First me and Dre make money, before Game see's any money! So make me rich!". A woman in the front row screamed "Game is better than you!", which 50 laughed at and replied with "If Game was really better than me, he could do this..." and "In Da Club" started banging through the speakers, making the venue go crazy of course.

Overall, it was a pretty cool show, always good to see the M.O.B.B. and M.O.P., Young Buck is a good performer aswell. 50 has improved, but he still has a long way to go before he can be called a good performer.

After the concert, we caught up with the G-Unit crew at the hotel and at the afterparty, got some pictures for ya'll, aswell as some exclusive video drops.

Check below for pictures and drops from Young Buck, 40 Glocc, Mobb Deep, M.O.P., Alchemist, DJ Whoo Kid, Spider Loc
and more...


Exclusive Pictures:


50 Cent & Young Buck On Stage


Lil Fame (M.O.P.) Chillin' At The Afterparty


Prodigy (Mobb Deep) At The Afterparty


40 Glocc Representin' & Drinkin'


Havoc (Mobb Deep) At The Afterparty


Havoc 2


Prodigy (Mobb Deep) With The G-Unit Tat


Alchemist


40 Glocc & Billy Danze (M.O.P.)


Young Buck & Myself


40 Glocc With His 40 Glocc/Mobb Deep/G-Unit Shirt (Front)


40 Glocc With His 40 Glocc/Mobb Deep/G-Unit Shirt (Back)


DJ Whoo Kid Cheesin'


The G-Unit Massacre Tour V.I.P. Pass


Exclusive Video Drops:


40 Glocc Dubcnn.com Shoutout


Spider Loc Dubcnn.com Shoutout


Prodigy Dubcnn.com Shoutout


Havoc Dubcnn.com Shoutout


Young Buck Dubcnn.com Shoutout


Lil Fame Dubcnn.com Shoutout


Alchemist Dubcnn.com Shoutout


DJ Whoo Kid Dubcnn.com Shoutout


Big Twin (Infamous) Dubcnn.com Shoutout



The review, along with the pictures and videos can also be viewed in a separate page by clicking here.

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news 1130958149 - January 1, 1970 By : "Mr. Play Your Position" Dow Jones and "The Carolina King" DJ Chuck T are slapping you in the face with their sophomore installment in their ground breaking "Southwest Connect" series. Southwest Connect Vol. 2 (Da Re Up): Back On Da Block is packed with new and exclusive music from some of today's premier West Coast and Down South artists.

This is also DJ Chuck T's first release after being inducted into G-Unit's DJ Whoo Kid's Shadyville DJ Coalition. The Mixtape Southern side features Boyz N Da Hood with new member Lil Wayne, the Screwed Up Clique remix to Chamillionaire's "Turn It Up," as well as Veteran Tela, teaming up again with Eightball & MJG and Jazze Pha to rekindle the the Suave House days. On the West Coast side, Blunts L.L.A., Keak Da Sneak, Balance, Cavie, Young Dre and Self Scientific along with others contribute as they hold down the Pacific side of things!

Tracklisting:

DJ Chuck T "The Lord and Savior of Southern Mixtapes"
01. Notorious B.I.G ft. T.I. & Slim Thug - Breaking Old Habits
02. Chamillionaire Ft. The S.U.C - Turn It Up (S.U.C. Remix)
03. Paul Wall Ft. The Swisha House - They Don't Know (Remix)
04. Nelly Ft. Paul Wall & J.D. - Grillz
05. Boyz N Da Hood (Introducing Lil' Wayne) - Nutt Check
06. Young Jeezy Ft. Juelz Santana & Lil' Wayne - Imma Show You
07. Hot Wright Ft. M.O.S - Bang Bang
08. Trillville - Nothing Less
09. Three Six Mafia - Ride (Not On Album)
10. T.I. - Battlegrounds (Full Song)
11. Dem Franchise Boyz - Lean Wit' It
12. Young Buck Ft. Tony Yayo - Gangsta Nigga
13. Tela Ft. 8-Ball & MJG and Jazze Pha - Love The Game

Dow Jones "Mr. Play Your Position"
14. Southwest Connect-Intro prod. by Dow Jones
15. Blunts LLA -I'm Ruthless
16. Al Gator-Good Wit Numbers
17. Mitchy Slick ft. Tiny Doo & Damu-Drug Flippin prod. by Dubb Knox
18. Lil Wayne-New Orleans
19. Balance-Who U Wit
20. Ice Cube ft. Wc-Chrome & Paint
21. Outkast-Rats & Roaches
22. Self Scientific ft. Kombo-Balance prod. by DJ Khalil
23. Roscoe P Coldchain-Fuk Amerika
24. Bishop Lamont-We Got Next prod. by Da Riffs
25. Keak Da Sneak ft. Turf Talk-Freaks
26. Warren G ft. Bishop Lamont & Chevy Jones-We Need Each Other
27. JR Ewing ft. Knocturnal-On The Block
28. Cavie ft. Young Dre-West Coast prod. by LT Hutton


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news 1133387975 - January 1, 1970 By : The album "I Love Alliancen" is in Danish and it's westcoast-inspired. It's produced by themselves (Alliancen), Jimmy Antony, Kostas, 3PD,Whammo Ju, Machacha and Bosko, who has also prodeced for 2Pac, Snoop Dogg, Limp Bizkit and many more.

Guest artists include Isbjerg (formerly of Rockers By Choice), GDL and Meller - all highly respected Danish rap artists.

The album is released through A:larm Music (www.alarmmusic.dk), who
also have artists such as MC Clemens, Mew and Simply Red.

It's for sale internationally on www.imusic.dk.

Dubcnn has the exclusive track produced by Bosko called
"W".

For more info on Alliancen visit their homepage Here.

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news 1134000162 - January 1, 1970 By : Only 5 days left until Stanley "Tookie" Williams execution, and the HipHop world is in an uproar. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger said Friday he would meet December 8 in a private hearing with Williams' lawyers, Los Angeles County prosecutors and others involved, to consider Tookie's clemency.

Schwarzenegger has the authority to commute a death sentence to life without parole, but he is not obligated to hold a hearing.

Snoop Dogg, Nate Dogg, Daz & Kurupt recently got together for the Battlecat-produced track "Real Soon", a dedication to Tookie, and many other important figures have been speaking out against the execution of Tookie, who became an anti-gang activist while in prison and was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize.

"Redemption: Hip-Hop United To Save Stan "Tookie" Williams" is a new compilation, put together by the Soul Snatcherz, which features material from WC, Kam, Stic.Man (Dead Prez), Paris, Squeak Ru, RBX, Kid Frost, Shorty, Boo Yaa Tribe, Tank, The Frontline, Bicasso and many more. For full information on the release aswell as audio samples,
click here.

As you already know, the adress for the latest on the Tookie case is SaveTookie.org, if you haven't signed the petition yet, make sure you do. Support Tookie, and play your part in helping save a figure who has helped the youth stay away from the streets. Tookie is truly an example of someone who turned his life around. The critically acclaimed movie based on his life starring Jamie Foxx, called "Redemption" aswell, will be airing on television again.

Once again, it's SaveTookie.org.

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news 1134228231 - January 1, 1970 By : The homies over at Real Talk Entertainment have geared up to release a serie of new albums, and it's about to get crazy! Artist combinations that you never woulda thought would record a whole record together got together, Real Talk is about to flood the market. Check below for the covers, release dates and tracklistings. For more information, hit up realtalkent.com.

Spice 1 & Mc Eiht "Keep It Gangsta"


Release Date: 2/21/06




1. Spit At Em’
2. No One Else
3. Raw Wit It
4. The Bossilini
5. 187 Hemp
6. I’m Original
7. No Chit Chat
8. Let It Go
9. They Just Don’t Know
10. The Warning
11. Revenge
12. Ohh Sh#t
13. Less Than Nothin
14. *Bonus Track*

Brotha Lynch Hung & Mc Eiht "The New Season"


Release Date: 1/24/06




1. The New Season pt.1
2. Neighborhood Boyz
3. That’s All U Can Do
4. Agent Double 0 Duece 4 Blocc & CPT (Rest In Piss 2006)
5. Sticky Sheets
6. You Don’t Know, Who I Know
7. Dreams
8. When You Hear The Shots
9. Buy Anotha Gun
10. Split Ya Head
11. West Side Ridin'
12. War outside
13. California Bangers
14. Around Here
15. The New Season pt.2

Layzie Bone & Young Noble "Thug Brothers"


Release Date: 2/7/06




1. Stand Up
2. Put Me In A Cell
3. Stay On The Grind
4. What The Problem Is
5. Money First
6. Young Soldier
7. We Can Get It On
8. That's The Sh*t
9. Man Up
10. Then Your Gone
11. I Got Cha'
12. Be A Gangsta
13. The Legacy Continues
14. Thug Brothers

Bizzy Bone "The Story"


Release Date: 3/21/06




1. The Truth
2. All Day, All Night
3. Play It Again
4. When I See
5. So What Cha' Sayin
6. Bizzy's Story
7. It's Only Me
8. They Don't Know
9. Gone
10. Maybe You Can Hold Me
11. The Future Thugs~N~Harmony
12. My Vengeance
13. One Time
14. Represent

Outlawz "Against All Odds"


Release Date: 3/7/06




1. Ride It Out
2. Outlaw Pride
3. Leave the Past Behind
4. Rules Of Life
5. Clutchin On A 45
6. Pimpin In My Blood
7. Make You Happy
8. Same Thang
9. Keep On Doin It
10. I Wanna Know
11. All Family,No Friends
12. Big Time
13. Don't Change
14. We Outlawz

Spice 1 "Life After Jive" (best of)

Release Date: 4/4/06

23 Classic Tracks -------- From His Last 10 Independent Releases



Brotha Lynch Hung "Ghetto Celebrities vol.1" (dvd)
Release Date: 4/7/06

This is the most in depth & exclusive look into Brotha Lynch Hung's life. Watch Lynch as he chronicles his life from its inception to the present. Meet his entire Siccmade family. See actual footage of the Garden Blocc (21st, 24th, & 29th St.) as Lynch chronicles his gang bangin days. See the houses and areas Lynch grew up in as a kid. See the school he attended. Ride wit Lynch as he shows you the Sacramento County Jail where he spent some time. Hang wit Lynch as he recounts the Black Market Records situation, how he got into the rap game, how he got his name, how he feels about money, death and dying, getting shot, getting robbed, and his regrets in life.

Mac Dre "Ghetto Celebrities vol.2" (dvd)
Release Date: 2/7/06

This DVD contains the last recorded Interview of Mac Dre (RIP) !! Before Mac Dre’s untimely death, He sat down with a camera crew for an Hour and a 1/2 long Interview, The outcome is this Documentary. See Mac Dre like you’ve never seen him before!! Watch Dre as he open’s up and tells you, How he honestly feels about Family, Friends, Enemies, Music, Money, Life and even his eerie thoughts on Death and getting Shot !! Dre will take you on a Tour with him to the Studio (Recording New Material), To the Mall (to go Shopping), To the Airport (to pick up Yukmouth), To Concerts (Featuring San Quinn and B.A of 3xkrazy) and much more……So you can see what a day in the life of Mac Dre is like !! Through out this DVD, you’ll see the actual Penatentiary, School and Neighborhood (CrestSide of Vallejo,Ca) that Mac Dre grew up in !!

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news 1134513112 - January 1, 1970 By : Everybody was waiting for it, but nobody knew when it was gonna happen. Now after months of The Game dissing G-Unit relentlessly, Spider Loc has released a track called "G-Unot Killer". The track is going to be featured on DJ Whoo Kid's newest mixtape "G-Unit West Volume 1: LA - American Wasteland", and I have the pleasure of premiering for you all!

Download "G-Unot Killer" below for yourself, and be the judge:

Spider Loc - G-Unot Killer

Shouts going out to Abby & Spider Loc for the audio.

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news 1134701300 - January 1, 1970 By : We were the first website to bring you Spider Loc's "G-Unot Killer".
Now Dubcnn brings you a few more tracks from Whoo Kid's latest mixtape LA American Wasteland (G-Unit Radio West Vol. 1).

40 Glocc "Got Got" feat Prodigy and Alchemist

Young Buck "Eye Of A Soldier"

Seven "LA to NY"


Ali G, 50 Cent, Lil Jon, Ras Kass, Mase and a few others are also on the mixtape so make sure you check it out plus lookout for volume 2 coming soon.



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news 1135228194 - January 1, 1970 By : The Mixtape King of L.A., DJ Warrior has been dropping Classic Mixtape's for years now. He's dropped two volumes in his Ill Street Dues (Not Blues, like it has been reported on other sites) series. He's coming back the third installment, with the bi-coastal pairing of Talib Kweli & Sony's Newest signee G. Malone.

The Cali Untouchable DJ is in the studio, ready to pump out this new Mixtape, live on the 1s and 2s. This mixtape will be
done solely on the Rane/Serato Scratch Live, so he will be accepting
MP3 submissions to be considered for 2 (Two) Unsigned Hype spots on the mixtape!!! If interested please respond back to CaliUntouchableDJs@Gmail.com ASAP with: DJ Warrior "Next To Blow Section" written in the subject line. He will fill you in on how to submit your material. Good luck to all you artists out there!

In case you've missed his first two installments, peep them out:

Ill Street Dues Pt. 1 and Ill Street Dues Pt. 2

DJ Warrior has been featured in countless Magazines, TV Shows, Videos, and a handful of Motion Pictures such as The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, LA Xlarge, Mun2, Dubcnn, Hollywood Homicide, Wanna Bes, Tha Block DVD, WhoMag DVD, Vibe, XXL, The Source, Rime, Import tuner, YRB, Ozone, New York Times, AllHipHop.com, Showcase, Fresh Coast, Infusion, Down, Tight Mag Japan, Scratch, and many many more

DJ Warrior recently signed a deal with DJ Muggs and Self Scientific's Angeles Records and his Cali Untouchable Radio album will be coming sometime in 06/07. Also DJ Warrior and The Outlawz with dead prez will be releasing a mixtape album this February 2006!

Look out for these Warrior Projects in 06:

DJ Warrior & Compton emcee's the Young Hoggs Mixtape Album coming the Second week of Jan. DJ Warrior with G. Malone & Talib Kweli Ill Street Dues III dropping in Jan. DJ Warrior teams with dead prez and the Outlawz, Mixtape Album to drop in Feb. through Koch Records. He takes a trip up North to the Bay Area to collab with A-Wax on Cali Untouchable Radio in Feb. As well as, Jacka of Mob Figaz for another Mixtape in Late Feb, also.

He goes a bit South to Fresno and links with Planet Asia on the Diagnosis Mixtape dropping in March. Heading back to the Bay, this time with his partner DJ Strong, the duo team with Vallejo legend B-Legit for a Mixtape dropping late March. To end the first quarter, Warrior hits us with another Cali Untouchable Radio, this time it's the New West Edition, also dropping late March.

Here's the scan of DJ Warrior in Rolling Stone magazine as a Top 10 Mixtape DJ alongside Kay Slay, Drama, Clinton Sparks, Big Mike, Green Lantern, Vlad and others.

Warrior In Rolling Stone

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news 1135277809 - January 1, 1970 By : "I Love L.A., But It's A Jungle, We Come From The Darkest Corner's, Where All The Street Kids Rumble" - B-Real

The Soul Assassins are not playing around in 2006. The Crew will be dropping 4 Mixtapes and an album. On top of that, they're still pushing the Angeles Records releases of DJ Muggs vs. Gza and Self Scientific, whom recently shot a video for "Life & Breathe." Not to mention the soon to be released album by Mitchy Slick and DJ Warrior. But, for now, they have Take Aim: Assassination Day Is Coming" on their mind.


We hit you up with info on the Mixtape here a few days ago, now we got a little audio preview of the Tape for you.

In the 80's in South Gate, California Louis Freeze (B-Real), Senen Reyes (Sen Dog) and Larry Muggerud (DJ Muggs) linked up together to make a group named after a street in their city, Cypress Hill. Since then, they've dropped 7 group albums, an album in Spanish, an EP, Live Album, DVD and much more. On Take Aim... The group has a hot track called "Beyond L.A.." With Muggs sampling the 1978-Ambrosia track of the same name, is looking like the L.A. Anthem of the 06, already. Check it out for yourself:

Cypress Hill - Beyond L.A.

Don't forget, August 29th, 2006, complete's the triology with "The Soul Assassins Ch. 3." Also, if it already slipped you're mind, here's some info on the Take Aim... Mixtape.

The Mixtape will feature DJ Khalil remixes of "We All Die Some Day" by Eminem, 50 Cent, Tony Yayo, Lloyd Banks and Obie Trice and "Destruction Of A Guard" by Muggs, Gza and Ras Kass. Expect some Exclusives from Cypress Hill, Mobb Deep, Rakim, Alchemist, Evidence of Dilated Peoples, Mitchy Slick, even Dr. Dre and Eminem. You already know Chace Infinite and DJ Khalil aka Self Scientific are gonna be on the Mixtape, along with Kombo, Phil Da Agony, Sen Dog, B-Real and Snoop Dogg.

Tracklisting:

01. Intro
02. We All Die Some Day - Tony Yayo, Obie Trice, Lloyd Banks, Eminem, 50 Cent (DJ Khalil Remix)
03. New York City - Rakim (Exclusive!)
04. Mobbed Out - G.O.D. III (Alchemist Exclusive!)
05. Gza Interview I
06. Destruction Of A Guard - Muggs Vs. Gza feat. Ras Kass (DJ Khalil Remix)
07. Champions - Mobb Deep (Exclusive!)
08. King Kong - Self Scientific feat. Bun B of U.G.K.
09. Life As An Outlaw - Dr. Dre & Eminem (Unreleased Exclusive!)
10. Hits For Hire - Snoop Dogg, B-Real & Chace Infinite
11. Unstoppable Threats - Muggs vs. Gza feat. Masta Killa & Prodigal Sunn (DJ SOLO Remix)
12. Live And Breathe - Self Scientific
13. Give Me A Lift - Mitchy Slick, Phil Da Agony & Chace Infinite
14. Advance Pawns - Muggs vs. Gza feat. Rza, Raekwon & Sen Dog
15. What Life Would Be - Rakim (Exclusive!)
16. Gza Interview II
17. Unprotected Pieces - Muggs vs. Gza
18. Balance - Self Scientific feat. Kombo
19. Freestyle - Evidence of Dilated Peoples
20. State Of Grace - Raekwon
21. Beyond L.A. - Cypress Hill (Exclusive!)
22. Federal - Mitchy Slick (Exclusive!)
23. Outro

We'll be bringing you more on this soon. Don't forget to visit Angeles Records.


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news 1135369030 - January 1, 1970 By : Chino XL is at last ready to release his long-awaited "Poison Pen" album on January 31st 2006. The inspired two-disc set has been in the works now for nearly two years, in which time, Chino says he has had offers of a major deal from Dr. Dre at his Aftermath label as well as a G-Unit contract offering. He has however opted to take his "Poison Pen" on a free and independent basis. He states that it was a major consideration when releasing the album, which is being released by the Activate label, that he wants to make a passionately artistic statement and refuses to be subjected to any outside censorship or control by major label executives:

"We gave Chino a budget, and let him do his thing. Chino delivered an unfiltered, mindbending stream of consciousness statement built on strong songs and hooks." says Jay Warsinske. (Activate label CEO who is releasing the album worldwide.

The album comprises of 18 tracks (including 2 bonus tracks) and feaures special collaborations with Killah Priest (Wu Tang), The Beatnuts, Proof of D-12 and other special guests. The 2CD package is available in a Limited Edition Silver Metallic Foil Cover, enhanced with extras that include a music video and two hidden bonus tracks, including the dramatic buzz track "Nunca". Each album will be personally autographed with a silver ‘poison’ pen by Chino XL himself. As an extra feature the disc, when inserted to a computer, will open up a plethora of extras that surround Chino’s sometimes controversial lyrics that are quite often the subject of discussion by hiphop fans. The second disc is a Special DJ MIX version of the album by L.A.’s Power 106 Mr. Choc, in which Chino also recounts stories behind the making of the tracks, and the soul searching he did when recording this introspective new album: "This is me at my most honest, most heartfelt and most uncompromising when it comes to what’s on my mind" says Chino.

Comprising of all new songs this dramatic, undiluted and daringly bold, essential album includes "Wordsmith," "Beastin’" featuring Killah Priest - which was produced by Carlos Bess, "Even If It Kills Me" - about the perils of the rap lifestyle, produced by One Eye (Ice Cube, Ruff Ryders), "Don’t Fail Me Now" featuring Psycho Les of the Beatnuts and Sin Gutta - produced by Byrd, "Can’t Change Me," and the leadoff track, "All I Wanna Do...(Bout Nothin’)."

The limited edition signed collectors package is limited to the first run and will be available January 31, 2006. Chino XL says: "I hope that in the New Year, hiphop will regain a certain amount of integrity in the current overly corporate state of affairs. Hopefully, we will be able to focus on the artistry again. The machine should not be larger than the architects who create the music."

As ever we have exclusive audio from the project available below, check it out and leave feedback over at the forum. Additional background, including booking information on Chino XL’s upcoming "Poison Pen" Tour will be available at the Offical Site.

Chino XL - Beastin' (Feat. Killah Priest)
Chino XL - Don't Fail Me Now (Feat. BeatNuts & Sin Gutta)

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news 1135372441 - January 1, 1970 By : How often is it you come across a rap duo that are twin brothers? How often is it you come across a rap duo that are twin brothers and from the westcoast? How often is it you come across a rap duo that are twin brothers and from the westcoast and talented!? A rarity? Go figure...! I guess the twin connection means your in for a treat, something different, something fresh, surely that should be clear from the start! We present below a little insight into the group as well as news of a mixtape, hosted and featuring Knoc-Turn'Al. Audio is available below and we will have more from the mixtape soon, take time to read below regarding the the group and what they have so far accomplished.

Emerging from North Hollywood, CA, are two brothers at the tender age of 16 who are steet savvy twin offspring who have seen a lot, done a lot and experienced things people may never and should never in an entire lifetime.

The duo's name, 2XL. 2XL's mission is to shine a beacon from their relatively un-established homeland, locally known as the "GR-8-1-8" (The 818).

Twin brothers Laze (Bennett Armstrong) and Royal City (Justyn Armstrong) have already created an internet following via their official website, 2XLOnline.com which has been heightened by their touring, teen magazine features, local press and the under-ground mixtape circuit. 2XL’s debut album "Neighborhood Rapstars" is testament to a new era in Westcoast Hip-Hop. In such a short time in the industry they have achieved much that some artists would struggle to do in a lifetime in the industry. Having worked with platinum producers like The Co-Stars (Jaheim, Teairra Mari, Sisqo, Lil' Fizz, New Edition, Twista, Jojo), French (Ciara, B2K, Latif, Jody Breeze), The Nimrods (Nelly, Kelly Rowland, Bow Wow, J-Kwon, Teairra Mari), The Craft Productions (Mike Jones) and Howie Hersh (Ja Rule, DMX, Mariah Carey) just to name a few the buzz they have garnered has been hard but fruitful.

With songs already featured in several motion pictures including Barbershop 2, Four Brothers and Like Mike 2, they have established the name 2XL amongst both the music and film industries. The goal of 2XL is relatively uncomplicated, simply to open up the eyes of the general public to help them better understand the teenage lifestyle which exists today: "There are 15 year-olds getting pregnant and 16 year-olds abusing drugs. However hard this may be for adults to face, it’s happening everyday, in every city. Whether we rap about girls, parties or teenage hardships and issues, it’s never fabricated because these are events we've experienced in our life along with millions of other teens." Laze explains.

When asked about their inspirations they quickly respond: "Our mom has been our main inspiration for our music and why we do what we do. She struggled to raise 3 kids on welfare, with cancer, as a single mother." With a deep and sincere love for his mother, Royal explains the 6-inch tattoo of the name Rhea on his forearm: "Rhea is our mom's name, she's means everything to us. My brother and I lived seeing her loose all her hair, fighting for her life in a hospital bed; nobody deserves to go through all that. This tattoo reminds me that our mom’s a soldier and to treat her with respect any time we have disagreements."

When you listen to 2XL these "Neighborhood Rapstars" have an undeniable natural chemistry, bourne, not from practice or training but simply the fact they are twin brothers. It is such a rarity to come across twin brothers who are working hard to make it in this industry as artists however it is equally a pleasure to find two individuals however linked; that put time, effort and all that they are into every track that they make.

Dubcnn as ever have some audio for you to check of the group and also news that they are releasing a mixtape called, "The Development" which features Treacherous/Universal recording artist Knoc-Turn'Al, who also hosts the mixtape, Black Buddafly, and Capitol Records recording artist Aksent. Take some time to visit the 2XL website, 2XLOnline.com and once you have heard the audio below please visit our forum to leave feedback.

2XL - Neighborhood Rapstar
2XL - Get Down (Freestyle)
2XL - Respect Me (Laze Freestyle)
2XL - Spittin' Piff (Laze Freestyle)

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news 1135596143 - January 1, 1970 By : The Game has issued a statement explaining the situation which has been materialising over the past week between The Black Wall Street & The Real Black Wall Street camps : "I know all of my fans are wondering what the fuck is going on with The Black Wall Street. Hear it from the horses mouth. I was forced to switch the domain of my former website theblackwallstreet.com to therealblackwallstreet.com due to the disrespect shown towards me from ex-employees who decided to turn their backs on me & my imprint because they felt they weren't getting enough money out of me."


He continued: "In the past year (2005) I have spent over $1.5 million dollars on my homies & employees of The Black Wallstreet label. I bought niggas Nu cars, gave niggas thousands of dollars in cash daily, paid for niggas to go on trips that hood niggas will never be able to go on in their lifetime. I took care of niggas kids, paid niggas rent, gave niggas jewelry & a lot of other shit that I didn't have to do. All that and I HAVE NEVER ASKED FOR ANYTHING in return from them. I let niggas live, let them make money off ME using my name, selling my shit all without asking for a cut, and gave them the opportunity of a lifetime to do whatever they want, opening the doors very few ever see to get in the business and giving them the chance to make something legal, positive, and legit out of their lives.

"All you niggas had to do was be men & apologize for trying to fuck over a good nigga!!!! Their came a time when I felt like I was being taking advantage of by the people closest to me & like anybody else would, I got fed up. A lot of my homies & former employees have continued to disrespect my company & my name by selling my T-Shirts & mixtapes behind my back making thousands of dollars & keeping 100% profit without cutting myself or anyone else in (even after they sent in resignation notices from the Black Wall Street) and talking shit about me. This whole situation has been a total fuckin nightmare for me but as a man I will deal with this as I have every other obstacle that has surfaced since the beginning of my career.

I never thought my own family & homies would turn their back on me, but Dr. Dre told me that this day was gonna come 3 years back. For my fans on theblackwallstreet.com I have a Nu website which is therealblackwallstreet.com!!! If you wish to e-mail me about this matter or any other you can e-mail me personally at thegame@therealblackwallstreet.com. For the fans & people who decide to stay on the old site I wish you guys the best but I will not be affiliated with the old site EVER. I don't and never did hold any grudges with the niggas that tried to fuck me & take food out of my sons mouth (I always let them be and do them and never stopped them), but I will never ever forgive those who turned their back on me.

I came in this mothafuckin' world by myself & I will die BY MYSELF!!!! Niggas can say whatever they want about me behind my back but when I see em' they curl up like little bitches. If that last sentence offended you then that means you one of the niggas who tried to fuck me. TRY AGAIN MOTHERFUCKER"!! I will close this letter by saying, I ended Joe Buddens career, smashed what was left of Memphis Bleek, waisted the Young Guns & killed G UNOT ALL by myself!!! There is no one else worth beefing with. Oh yeah, fuck Spider Joke & all them fake ass G UNOT crips........ Again FUCK SPIDER JOKE & ALL THEM FAKE ASS G UNOT CRIPS !!! Spider please stop trying to fool these fans into believing your a factor in this L.A. Gangbangin' shit. You don't even come outside & I know 100 crip & blood gangs lookin for yo buster ass nigga. How you gone be from a crip gang in L.A. and then be from G UNOT crip (and get G UNOT tattooed on your body before you get your OWN gang ). Now 50 is the leader of a crip gang?? huh??? ha ha ha ha ha 50, aint NEVER puttin' yo shit out nigga. And I been had a diss record ready for you in the vault, but your shit was such garbage it aint even worth puttin out and givin you any shine. I've never before heard a rap nigga TRY to bang as hard as you do on records and in interviews, its obvious the reason your around them cops is because 50 is "tryin to start a war on a coast he aint from" between bloods and crips, and capitalize off it while innocent niggas die in the middle and he laughs all the way to the bank. Don't let someone throwin a little money your way change who you are. Loyalty first. Open your eyes........... G UNOT is DEAD !!!

As for Lil' Eazy, you will never be ya father you little disrespectful shit......... R.I.P. Eric "Eazy- E" Wright. Funny how you were cheesin on my DVD 6 months ago, but now that your album about to come out and single has gotten NO play (EVEN in L.A. radio stations- YOUR home town), you decide to take the 50 route and try to get attention and sales by sparking up beef. The public sees right through you and your ghostwriter. Keep dissin me, you niggas is krazy ! I single handedly brought the west coast back & opened the doors for all you punk ass niggas & this how you act.

I aint even talkin shit im stating facts, who is the ONLY rap artist in the past 10 years to go even Platinum from the West besides Dre, 2Pac, & Snoop??? Put ya album out, the whole world will laugh at you niggas. Niggas in the streets keep threating my life but everyday I wake up breathing. I walk witt GOD niggas & I will die before I let another nigga take food from Harlem & remember if you comin' to kill me there is a 50% chance you might not make it out, so COME ON NIGGA !!! IM OUT HERE EVERYDAY !!!

So there it is, "The Black Wallstreet" C E Mothafuckin-O. Niggas tryna sue me cause I switched sites & they can't make no more money off me behind my back AFTER they already quit (if they quit, why they still usin my name and everything I built single-handedly). Give me a reason to write "400 Bars" I'm beggin you niggas. MO Money Mo Problems........ Suck My Dick !!!

Hurricanes in-stores Dec. 26th
"Waist Deep" in theatre's April
"The Doctor's Advocate" in stores 06'
You niggas get ready, matterfact I'll sit & wait for the haters to jump right back on my DICK when my next album drop ha ha ha ha............Aftermath / Black Wall Street motherfucka's

To my fans: if you lookin for me, I'll be on therealblackwallstreet.com............. This will be the last time I say it 1.

I brought the "WEST COAST" back, what YOU do

"The GaMe"


We will keep you updated on developments over the coming weeks


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news 1135765664 - January 1, 1970 By : Back in June, we introduced a young talent out of the Arizona area named Petah Roy. The Phoenix born 25 year old has been writing and producing music for over six years. He hit Dubcnn with some new material off his latest Mixtape effort, The Worlds Favorite Cracker. Below, you'll be able to get 7 songs off the 20 song Mixtape dropping in late January or early February.

If you're digging the tracks you hear and would like to get a free copy of the Mixtape along with a t-shirt email your addresses to CorporateHustleEntertainment@Gmail.com. For more info on Petah Roy visit Myspace.com/PetahRoy.

Check out the songs:

Petah Roy - Stick Up Kid

Petah Roy - My Love Song

Petah Roy - Azilla

Petah Roy feat. Tha Future - The Champ Is Here

Petah Roy feat. Tha Future & Hejus Trife - Live Fast

Petah Roy feat. Kenosis & Tha Future - New History

Petah Roy feat. Tzu Heffner - Man Down

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news 1137037863 - January 1, 1970 By : Bizzy Bone has signed a 2 year deal with Hi Power Ent in Los Angeles. Frank Nitty of the Lowlifes introduced Bizzy Bone to Mr Capone E and it went on from there.

His first release with them is titled "Thugs Revenge" and will be released February 28th under Hi Power Ent/Universal. He just finnished recording a track with Lil E and Bad Azz! To give yall a taste of whats to come here's a bangin new song by Bizzy Bone called "We Run It" featuring Mr Criminal


Stay tuned right here for more news regarding Bizzy Bone's new album.

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news 1137681301 - January 1, 1970 By : We introduced you to Treacherous recording artist One-2 last year who released his mixtape "The High School Drop Out" around that time. One-2 is known as being a lyrically gifted artist touching on different subjects using different rap styles. And on "The High School Drop Out", One-2 proved what he's capable of.

Now he's back with a new project entitled "New Day, New Money'', scheduled to drop in March. This will be a mixtape that he will drop on the still alive Treacherous Records.

It will have guest appearances from label mates Crooked I, Big Syke, K-Young, as well as other artists. The mixtape also has the stamp of approval by none other than West Coast Mixtape King DJ Warrior, as he is doing the hosting duties on the mixtape.

For now, Dubcnn lets you preview an exclusive track from the mixtape. This has the same title as the mixtape, "New Day, New Money''. Check it out below:

One-2 - New Day, New Money

"The High School Drop Out" mixtape is still available for download by clicking here.

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news 1137687602 - January 1, 1970 By : Jimmy Woo is throwin' a party in amsterdam which will be attended by G-Unit.

Monday January 23rd, from 8pm - 1am

Special guests: 50 Cent, Murda Mase, Tony Yayo, DJ Whoo Kid & Olivia, as well as alot of celebs from Holland like actors, singers, DJ's, etc.

Pre-sale tickets will be available at Jimmy Woo from Friday January 20th. Make sure you buy your ticket today because there's only 300 tickets available!


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news 1138723390 - January 1, 1970 By : Under a week ago we premiered music from a new artist from Long Beach, CA called Big Stuntz. As we explained in the previous update Big Stuntz is a solo artist with a different edge from the Northside of the LBC. At 25 he is young and hungry - working hard as part of the New West movement. If you missed the update on Big Stuntz then check our archives to learn more.

Since we posted the update and his material we have had nothing but positive feedback on his work, as a result he has allowed us to drop more than an album's worth of material on him!

We have 13 new tracks from him which include material from various mixtapes he has been putting out (the "Plaid" series) as well as fresh new music recorded this week from the Hustlin Hard & Green Up Entertainment camps; with collaborations from Dangerous Goodz, Vee Tha Hustler and Roccett who has his own mixtape currently buzzing in the streets.

With such an abundance of new music i appreciate you may not want to listen to it all however i urge you to - there is a mix of subject matter, styles and blatant talent on these tracks, such good music deserves to be heard. So fans; download it and burn it, DJ's; download it and spin it, Radio; download it and play it and A&R's; download it and pay attention. There is untapped talent waiting to get deals all over the westcoast, this is not a coast with no direction, no varying content and no talent; this is a coast aiming to escape the stigma of its past years and get its voice heard - listen.

Enough of that and on with the music, below are the links to all the tracks Big Stuntz has sent us to premiere. Take some time and listen to them at your leisure however i urge you having done so to drop your thoughts over at the
forum. As ever we will have more news and audio from Big Stuntz over the coming months.

Big Stuntz - Shake That Sh*t
Big Stuntz - Body Hot
Big Stuntz - Confess It All
Big Stuntz - Westside Story (Feat. 50 Cent & Dangerous Goodz)
Big Stuntz - Won't Stop
Big Stuntz - Drop It Like It's Hot (Feat. Snoop Dogg)
Big Stuntz - Hustler's Testimony (Feat. Jay-Z & Ludacris)
Big Stuntz - New West (Feat. Roccett)
Big Stuntz - What's My Name (Feat. Roccett & Vee Tha Hustler)
Big Stuntz - N*ggas Dont Want Beef (Feat. Roccett & Space Age)
Big Stuntz - The Hard Way (Feat. Roccett & Young Mansion)
Big Stuntz - I-15
Big Stuntz - Up Off The Wall

Now that's how you do an audio update, larger than life! Enjoy the music and let us know what you think!

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news 1138996307 - January 1, 1970 By : January 31, 2006 - Los Angeles - West Coast mixtape mogul, DJ Warrior, is at the turntables again with his hottest release yet, Ill Street Dues Volume 3, set to hit the streets February 2, 2006. This double disc CD is the third addition to the Ill Street Dues series of mixtapes, which have been feature in Scratch Magazine and on MTV's Mixtape Mondays. Although Warrior represents the West Coast to the fullest, this CD signifies the merging of West and East Coast Hip Hop with Talib Kweli, one of the illest rappers from the East Coast and G. Malone, a West Coast rapper who just signed to Sony Urban, hosting this third edition.

What sets this long awaited third volume apart from any of DJ Warrior's past mixtapes are the exclusive cuts and new joints that only can be heard on Ill Street Dues Volume 3 . The double disc features 63 hot tracks from artist such as: Ras Kass, Dogg Pound, Jay Z, Lil Kim, Keak Da Sneak, Bishop Lamont, E-40, Planet Asia, Gza, Self Sceitific, Mitchy Slick, Juelz Santana, Lil' Wayne, Pitbull, Chamillionaire, Bun B, Paul Wall, Warren G, Mike Jones, B. Real, Game, Kam, Sly Boogy and the list goes on.

Not to mention, Warrior continues to break un-signed talent with several features from underground rappers like Scipio, Mykestro, Rob G, El Dorado Red, Quiz, Tri-Star, and Prime. Exclusive production done by none other than DJ Warrior & J.Classic, hot mixes, and banging beats that are unstoppable, can all be found on the new Ill Street Dues 3. This third addition proves to be one of the hottest CDs in the bunch!

In the Tracklisting below, you'll find that the all the songs that have links are snippets, for the exception of the Remix of G. Malone's Street banger "200 Hunned," as that is full download courtesy of DJ Warrior himself!

Look out for DJ Warrior when he brings the heat with his debut album, Cali-Untouchable Radio set to release early 2007.

Tracklisting:

Disc 1
01. DJ Warrior & HipHopWest.com - Welcome To 2006 Intro
02. DJ Warrior feat. Talib Kweli, Ras Kass & Planet Asia - Ill Street Dues (World Premiere)
03. Talib Kweli - Speaks Pt. 1
04. DJ Warrior feat. Cormega - L.A. TO N.Y.C. (World Premiere)
05. Talib Kweli feat. Strong Arm Steady & Planet Asia - Drugs, Basketball, & Rap
06. G. Malone - Speaks Pt. 1
07. G. Malone - 200 Hunned 06 Remix (Prod. By J Classic/The Warriorz) (World Premiere)
08. Bishop Lamont (Aftermath) - Toe Tag
09. Juelz Santana - This Is Me
10. Lil' Wayne - Mo' Fire
11. Scipio feat. Kam & Chevy Jones - Troubled World (World Premiere)
12. Young Dre - Interlude
13. Young Dre feat. Tru Life & Bubba Sparxx - Love Love (World Premiere)
14. Sly Boogy - Sorry That I Had To Leave
15. Talib Kweli - Speaks Pt. 2
16. Talib Kweli - Right 'Bout Now
17. Planet Asia - Diagnosis (World Premire) (From Planet Asia/DJ Warrior Mixtape Album March 06)
18. Mykestro & Snoop Dogg - Shine
19. Kartoon (Ruff Ryders) - Exclusive Freestyle
20. G. Malone - Speaks Pt. 2
21. DJ Warrior feat. Chamillionaire - Hustlers (World Premiere)
22. DJ Warrior feat. Pitbull - Danger (World Premiere)
23. Damani feat. Keak Da Sneak - Gotta Get paid (Remix)
24. 40 Glocc (Infamous/G-Unit) feat. Prodigy (Mobb Deep) & Sam Scarfo - Itz Aight
25. E-40 feat. Keak Da Sneak - Tell Me When To Go
26. Suga Free feat. 40 Glocc (Infamous/G-Unit) & Weasle Loc - Bitches On Point (Prod. by J. Steez)
27. Balance - Gotta Get It
28. G. Malone - Speaks pt.3
29. Red Hanned feat. Paul Wall - Girls
30. Rob G feat. Chamillionaire - Texas Boyz
31. Cubo & Pitbull - Freestyle
32. Yo Gotti feat. Bun B & 8 Ball - Gangsta Party

Disc 2
01. Self Scientific - Tears (Prod. by DJ Khalil)
02. DJ Muggs feat. Gza, Masta Killa & Prodical Sunn - Unstopable Threats (Prod. by DJ Muggs)
03. Talib Kweli - Speaks Pt. 3
04. Mitchy Slick - Fuck Yo Whole Set (World Premiere)(Prod. by Dub Knox)
05. Snoop Dogg, Daz & Kurupt - Real Soon
06. Warren G feat. Mike Jones - Incase Some Shit Happens
07. Jihad - Trulife (Prod. by J Classic/ The Warriorz) (Exclusive)
08. G. Malone - Speaks Pt.4
09. Jay-Z, Notorius B.I.G. & Lil' Kim - Murder Dem (Exclusive 06 Remix)
10. Notorius B.I.G., Jay-Z & Foxy Brown - Sunshine (Exclusive 06 Remix)
11. Jay-Z & Notorius B.I.G. - Dreams (Exclusive 06 Remix)
12. G. Malone - Speaks Pt. 5
13. G. Malone - Cali Untouchable Freestyle
14. Black-Ty feat. Bishop Lamont (Aftermath) - Change Da World (World Premiere) (Prod. by Diverse)
*DJ WARRIOR NEXT TO BLOW SECTION*
15. O. Brown feat. B. Real (Cypress Hill) & Bishop Lamont (Aftermath)- L.A. (World Premiere)
16. Young Kase - Cali Untouchable Freestyle
17. Young Hoggs - Long Story Short
18. Tristar - Gave U My Love
19. Quiz - Cali Untouchable Freestyle (Prod. by J Classic/The Warriorz)
20. El Dorado Red - Cali Untouchable Freestyle
21. Fatsoe - We Collide
22. Smigg Dirtee - Cali Untouchable Freestyle
23. Roccett & Bloc Boyz - Westcoastin'
24. Prime feat. Scooby - Go hard
25. Lifestyle feat. Prime - Jump off
26. NMEWRECKIDZ.COM Freestyle
27. Backwoodz feat. Caviar, Young Dre - It Ain't Fault
28. Sir Classic - Chevy Thangs
29. Payos - Cali Untouchable Freestyle
30. Omega Red - Cali Untouchable Freestyle
31. DJ Warrior & G. Malone - Ill Street Dues Outro
*WELCOME TO 2006 BONUS KUT*
32. DK feat. Kam, Game & Eastwood - Khakis & Chucks (Exclusive)

Visit HipHopWest.com to order this monster of a Mixtape now!



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news 1139567502 - January 1, 1970 By : Da Noise in Suburbia is getting louder, grimmy, more street and, most importantly, restored with the signing of the group One Session to the label. Get ready to see a new wave of Hip Hop bubbling in the underground that's bringing things back around debut on their debut album "The Hidden Treasures Vol. 1", presented by Bobby B who largely arranged and scratched the album.

One Session is the brainchild of Hip Hop emcees Minus One, Tristate, and producer Cringe.

While this might be One Session's debut, the members' resumes speak volumes. Tristate's blend of street conscious lyrics and real life subject matter has been making waves throughout the Hip Hop community since 1992. Working with the likes of Tha Alkaholiks, Ras Kass, Xzibit, King T, and DJ Khalil, Tristate has made a mark in a crowded scene.

From the sounds of these cats it's hard to pinpoint the hometown. Hailing from the Los Angeles underground and ready to reign on industry heads with a combination of raw hip hop and street cred, One Session has emerged with a heart of the neighborhood philosophy and fifteen years of love for the Hip Hop culture. One Session is now poised and ready to present "The Family Jewels."

Dubcnn lets you preview 2 songs from the album "The Hidden Treasures". Hit the links to download them in Mp3:

One Session - Just All Right
One Session - If This Were

Bobby B Presents... "The Hidden Treasures Vol. 1" is in stores now. For more info visit www.onesession.com.

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news 1139599987 - January 1, 1970 By : You can all lay off my inbox now with the requests for the latest Warren G video, i told you it would be available for download here on dubcnn as soon as possible and as promised, we got it!

The second single from Warren G's latest album "In The Mid-Night Hour" features long time friend and collaborator Nate Dogg, the track is called "I Need A Light" and in its first two days of release on MySpace.com it racked up 28,000 plays and rocketed to #44 on the Billboard charts.


The track is one of the smoothest on the new album and is perfectly accompanied by the tones of Nate Dogg, speaking on the song Warren G commented: "‘I Need a Light’ is a song to sit back and listen to if you are stressin’ over something. Listen to the hook and it makes you feel good. As far as the lyrics in the song, I’m talking about growing up in Long Beach, some of the s*#! I went through, everything from what I saw as a kid up until now. We got to do it."

Nate Dogg also took time to break down his thoughts on the record: "This song is deep ‘cuz all of our other songs are about regulating on someone or having fun, talking ‘bout the game. It’s about when you are going through s*#!, you got people who smoke just to relax themselves. Like, I need a light man, there is so much going on in my life that I just need to relax. Or dammit, go get me a bottle or something ‘cuz I need a drink. There’s just so much stress going off, let me relax myself. That’s where I was going with the song. That’s where it’s at."

The music video for "I Need A Light" takes on a late 1940's post second world war period feel with contemporary flair and is the brainchild of director Paul Hunter; he explains the concept: "The overall tone of the video shows the classic side of Warren – how he built his empire from the streets of Long Beach and expanded it to the world. He is showing everyone that we can have a good time, look good and dress well. It’s all about class and treating people right. It’s really about the classy style of hip-hop."

Enough talk about the video and on with the media you have all been craving, below is the video for download, enjoy it courtesy of dubcnn and Hawino Records and drop feedback and thoughts over at the official dubcnn
forum.

Warren G - I Need A Light (Video)

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news 1139855892 - January 1, 1970 By : Bay Area revolutionary Paris is one of the so-called "underground" artists with a very loyal fan-base that stays supporting the rapper, who never fails to deliver music for those still fighting the system. Never allowing himself to get drawn into the watered-down rap category, Paris recently produced the entire latest Public Enemy album "Rebirth Of A Nation", which is in stores March 7th through Guerilla Funk Recordings.

Also dropping the same day is a compilation called "Hard Truth Soldiers Vol. 1". Started as a response to the current apolitical climate in commercial music, the "Hard Truth Soldiers compilation series is a rallying cry for social justice. Each volume is a collection of material that goes against the grain of commercial hip-pop by providing content of substance, touching on subjects ranging from war and police brutality to black on black crime and domestic violence.

And the Hard Truth Soldiers don't miss a beat.

Featuring Paris' trademark massive sonic production, Volume 1 showcases contributions from Public Enemy, The Coup, Dead Prez, Paris, T-KASH, Kam, The Conscious Daughters, MC Ren, Sun Rise Above, and The S.T.O.P. Movement (Mobb Deep, Tray Deee, Soopafly, KRS-One, Defari, Daz, J-Ro, RBX, Bad Azz, WC, Dilated Peoples, Mac Minister, The Alchemist, Mack 10, Evidence, Defari, Everlast, and B-Real), among others. Fredwreck produced the two S.T.O.P. Movement tracks.

Some of the tracks you may have heard before, others are new. Whatever the case, this is all powerful music, don't sleep on it. I have the tracklisting, along with two preview tracks for ya'll to download below.

The first track is by Bay Area artist T-K.A.S.H., who really gets a chance to shine on this compilation. His solo track "Made In America" is my personal favorite, a real banger. Check it out below:

T-K.A.S.H. -
Made In America

The second one features once again T-K.A.S.H., who on this one hooks up with Paris and the Conscious Daughters. By the names alone you know this is gonna be a hard one, and you won't be dissapointed. Revolutionary rhymes over a pounding beat, check it below:


T-K.A.S.H., Paris & The Conscious Daughters - Raid

Tracklisting:

Can't Break Me - Kam
Still Ain't Free - MC Ren
Can't Hold Us Back - Public Enemy Featuring Paris
Woman's World - The Conscious Daughters (featuring Mystic)
Made In America - T-K.A.S.H.
Officer Down - Uno The Prophet
Inspiration - Truth Universal
The Road Less Travelled - Blitz
Throwyahandzup - Dead Prez, Sun Rise Above & T-K.A.S.H.
Raid - T-K.A.S.H., The Conscious Daughters & Paris
Down Wit Us - The S.T.O.P. Movement
Ghetto Manifesto (Paris Remix) - The Coup
If There's A Hell Below - Ms. Monét
Dear Mr. President - The S.T.O.P. Movement
Laylow - Paris

Cop the record March 7th. Hit up guerillafunk.com for more information.

Nima

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news 1139912209 - January 1, 1970 By : This kid is already one of the greats, and you've never heard of him. He goes by the name of Raje' and his timing and delivery are unorthodox, yet blend to a godlike marriage of rhythm. Raje' has something for everyone in his catalog. He has a unique style with a swagger all his own. His style can be defined in one word…versatile. Commercial, thought provoking, lyrical, or down right street, Raje' can get down with the best of them.

The Inland Empire (Moreno Valley) rapper has put out several mixtapes and albums. Right now, he's pushing his new mixtape "Raje' Volume 1" to the streets, and the album "Independently Major" to the majors. He was recently named a featured artist on UBL.com as a result of his smash single "Tonight" featuring Ronnie L (Sony Music Group). Not only a freestyler but an artist with the ability to make real hits, Raje' was in talks to sign with So So Def. After these meetings fell through, he decided to stay independent.

Dubcnn got some audio introducing Raje' which is showcasing his darker side. It's a new track called "Honestly" featuring Goldie Loc of Tha Eastsidaz.

Raje' - Honestly Feat. Goldie Loc

Connect with Raje' on his MySpace page @ http://www.myspace.com/raje101

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news 1140313188 - January 1, 1970 By : The Don Mega Ice Cube recently announced that he has put his mind fully back into his music at last, and that all future movie projects will have to wait until his album is released. Going back to the independent route, Cube is set to release his highly anticipated solo album "Laugh Now, Cry Later" through Lench Mob Records on June 6th 2006.

With 4 more months to wait until the album is released, Ice Cube is already heating up the streets with his first single, "Why We Thugs", which was produced by Scott Storch.

As always, the good folks here at dubcnn got the honour to let you check it out. This is the third Scott Storch produced single we premiere this week, which shows how high in demand Scott is currently. Watch how Cube proves that those who wrote him off were fools, and that he still is a force to be wreckoned with, 20 years into the game.

Listen to "Why We Thugs" below:

Ice Cube -
Why We Thugs (Prod. by Scott Storch)

Enjoy the track, and be on the lookout for "Laugh Now, Cry Later", June 6th! Ice Cube is also going on tour from April to June, check out the dates below:

April 19 - Anaheim, CA @ TBA
April 21 - Ventura, CA @ Ventura Theater
April 22 - San Francisco, CA @ The Fillmore
April 23 - Reno, NV @ New Oasis
April 26 - Chico, CA @ Senator Theater
April 28 - Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater
April 29 - Seattle, WA @ Showbox
April 30 - Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom Cheesy
May 4 - Minneapolis, MN @ TBA
May 6 - Chicago, IL @ House of Blues
May 7 - TBA
May 10 - Boston, MA @ Avalon Ballroom
May 12 - New York, NY @ TBA
May 13 - Philadelphia, PA @ Trocadero
May 14 - Washington, D.C. @ 9:30 Club
May 18 - Atlanta, GA @ Earthlink Live
May 20 - Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live
May 23 - Dallas, TX @ Gypsy Ballroom
May 25 - Denver, CO @ TBA
May 27 - Las Vegas, NV @ House of Blues
May 28 - Phoenix, AZ @ Marquee Theater
May 30 - San Diego, CA @ TBA
June 1-2 - Los Angeles, CA @ TBA
June 3 - Los Angeles, CA @ House of Blues

Nima

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news 1141215320 - January 1, 1970 By : Adisa "The Bishop" Banjoko has been putting it down for a long time, and after his amazing book "Lyrical Swords: Hip Hop and Politics in the Mix", he is now ready to drop the long awaited follow up, "Lyrical Swords Vol. 2: Westside Rebellion".

The book contains interviews with the likes of Nas, RZA, Dilated Peoples, Paris, T-K.A.S.H., DJ Q-Bert, Balance, Afrika Bambaaata, The Frontline amongst others. This isn't your average book with rap artists talking. This is a real jewel, watch Adisa talk with your favorite artists about politics, Hip-Hop, and subjects that actually matter in today's world.

The book is dropping March 4th. You can already it order it right now at the
dubcnn store! So make sure to head over and place your order, you will not be dissapointed!

I have the commercial for the book for ya'll to check out, download it below:

Adisa Banjoko - Lyrical Swords Vol. 2 Commercial (4MB Mp4)

Make sure to hit up lyricalswords.com for more information! Shouts out to The Bishop!

Nima

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news 1142701026 - January 1, 1970 By : We start this weekend with another huge audio update from upcoming albums and releases that are in stores that you should definitely give a listen to.

First up is the album from Run DMC member DMC. His album is titled "Check Thugs and Rock and Roll." The 41 year old rapper has numerous guests on his album including Kid Rock, Doug E. Fresh and Sarah McLachlan, former Outlawz member Napoleon also makes an appearence on the track
What's Wrong.


Devin the Dude is preparing to drop a new album this year, we will be speaking to him about that soon but for now here's a hot song called On The Road which is available on his latest mixtape called "CoughEE Brothaz."

M-1 from Dead Prez has partnered up with famed jazz guitar player and producer Fabrizio Sotti (Cassandra Wilson) to release his solo LP, "Confidential." It's dropping on Koch records and Sotti Records. It features the likes of Styles P, Q-Tip, K'naan and Cassandra Wilson. Our good friend Young Dre is also on the album on the song Don't Put Your Flag Down. Make sure you get the album this tuesday.

D Buck, Cognito and Mike Mosley have put together a tight new compilation called "The Comeback," artists including Kokane, Juvenile, Levitti, Too Short, Devin, AP9 and many more can be found on this album. We have two songs from the release for you today, one cut with Lethal & Devin The Dude called Dime A Dozen and a track with 918 & Kokane titled Just To Have It Made. If you're feelin' the songs make sure you buy the album this tuesday.

Celly Cel keeps dropping albums, this week he puts out another banger called "Slaps, Straps & Baseball Hats," the album has a previously unreleased The Game verse on the song Get Racks featuring Sean T. Lil Flip, Turf Talk, Luni Coleone, Mista F.A.B and many more can be heard on the album.

XXL mag and other outlets have given great reviews to the upcoming Ghostface Killah album "Fishscale." The production is top notch and features The Notorious B.I.G on the song Three Bricks alongside Raekwon. Wu-Tang Clan, Trife & Ne-Yo are just a few other artists who will be on the album. Make sure you checkout the record released on March 28th.

To finish this weekends Audio update we have an exclusive song from Soul Hood recording artist Prime. The song is called Swing My Chain and has Prime rhyming over a bouncy beat. Look out for his album dropping soon with guest appearances from the DPG Camp, Lifestyle and many more.

Yash

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news 1143203768 - January 1, 1970 By : The Danish hip hop community is up for a celebration when The Danish Hip Hop Awards 2006 is being held at VEGA. All the best artists of Danish hip hop are nominated in 16 different categories.

The show features live performances of both Danish and international
artists and will include Raekwon (Wu-Tang Clan - US) who is synonymous with world class showmanship. This is rap in its original and most hardcore form.

All members of the Jury either are or have been performing artists in Danish hip hop. They are passionate fans and yet they will make sure to judge the nominees objectively and with fair criticism.

Place: Store VEGA 07.04.06 kl. 20:00
Tickets in advance: 195 dkr at
Billetlugen.dk.

Dubcnn will be covering this event and bring you interviews with the artists including Raekwon, so send in your questions.

Yash

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news 1143331460 - January 1, 1970 By : We wanted to end this weekend with a huge audio update from upcoming albums and upcoming mixtapes that we think you guys should definitely give a listen to.

First up is the album from The Hood Mob members Kokane, Cricet and Contraband. The self titled album has a few guests on including Mitchy Slick, Eclipse, Damu, Ecay Uno and many more. Here's the song called "
Momma" which features Mitchy Slick.


Young Ace has an album out called "Hood As It Gets"; the release has some tight production from Chill and features artists including Big2daboy, J Bone, Mc Eiht, Bokie Locc and many more. We have 2 hot tracks for you to preview - Fade Face which features Bookie Locc and Gangsta Touch which includes Mc Eiht.

After last weeks amazing response we were asked to drop some fresh R&B songs this weekend, so we have something for y’all from singer/songwriter J Valentine who used to be signed to Deathrow Records. He has surfaced again on the music scene with his promotional single called Bad Behaviour.

We are also proud to present another talented singer called Mouthpeace. Mouthpeace is a singer from the 916 who has a debut album out called "Lyrics 4 The Soul" - we found it so good that we decided to give you guys a taste with the record; I Came All This Way.

The fifth volume of Mac Dre's Thizz Nation compilation is out in stores this week. With songs from Mac Mall, Dubee a.k.a. Sugawolf, P.S.D., Rydah J. Klyde, Bavgate, Mistah F.A.B. and more it's sure to be in demand. We have the track from G Stack, Kuzzo Fly and The Jacka to premiere called So Hood.

One of Chicago's Number 1 groups have a new album coming out this Tuesday. You guessed it; I'm talking about Do Or Die who have been in the game for over a decade. Their brand new album titled "Get That Paper" drops this week and features a track called Hey Ma featuring Bun B, which happens to be the albums only guest artist.

Bone Thugs n Harmony have made a reggaeton type song for the soundtrack of motion picture "Take The Lead." It's the lead single from the soundtrack and hears BTNH rap over crazy club production from Swizz Beats. Here is the song called Take The Lead (Wanna Ride) which features vocals from Drag On.

To finish things off with a bang we have a track from Crooked I's new mixtape "Young Boss Music Vol 2." Let us assure you that the entire mixtape is good enough to be an album; believe the hype. It's not your regular mixtape because it includes original beats by Dynasty Producers Jim Gittum and Komplex. If the mixtape is this good we here at dubcnn wonder how good the actual album will be. Enjoy the track from the album Creased Khaki Flow courtesy of dubcnn.

As ever we feature "Weekend Audio" to remind you of what new material is out and urge you all to go out and buy the albums and mixtapes if you are feeling any of the tracks!

Yash

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news 1143662743 - January 1, 1970 By : In conjunction with the March 21st release of his new album "Murray’s Revenge", west coast underground hip hop phenom Murs will be heading out on a two month nationwide tour with 9th Wonder and labelmates Supreeme, the first act that he signed to Record Collection. This tour will be making stops in major cities across the US including NY, Chicago, San Francisco and Philadelphia.

Murray’s Revenge follows the runaway acclaim of Murs’ last album, 2004’s instant classic 3:16—The 9th Edition (Def Jux). 3:16 was Murs’ first collabo with 9th Wonder of Little Brother & Jay-Z fame. 9th Wonder first gained fame with his group Little Brother and has since gone on to produce for Mary J. Blige, M.O.P., Freeway, Destiny’s Child and more. Murs & 9th’s first collaboration ended up on numerous Top 10’s and Best of 2004 lists. With Murray’s Revenge Murs is able to once again give his listeners an honest and refreshing look into his world and issues that are still of importance to this day through his lyrics.

During his career he has had the opportunity to collaborate with everyone from Aesop Rock, Atmosphere, Company Flow, Little Brother, Jean Grae, Living Legends, Aceyalone, Shock G, E-40 and many more. He got his start in the Living Legends and still remains affiliated with the group. Murs organized and headlined the ‘Paid Dues’ Independent Hip-Hop Festival on March 11th at the Shrine Expo Center which also featured underground hip-hop heavyweights El-P, Aesop Rock, Brother Ali and more. Over 6,000 fans attended the show and the LA Times said “There’s a vibrant rap scene with advanced lyricism, stinging political commentary and quality DJ performances that continues to flourish in a seemingly parallel universe…”
Murs is at the forefront on this burgeoning scene.

Scheduled Tour Dates:

March 30 - Orlando, FL @ Back Booth
April 1 - Atlanta, GA @ Drunken Unicorn
April 2 - Asheville, NC @ Orange Peel
April 3 - Carboro, NC @ Cat’s Cradle
April 4 - Roanoke, VA @ Awful Arthur’s
April 5 - Baltimore, MD @ Ottobar
April 6 - Philadelphia, PA @ First Unitarian Church
April 7 - Hamden, CT @ Hamden United Plains Church
April 8 - New York, NY @ Knitting Factory
April 9 - Cambridge, MA @ Middle East Downstairs
April 12 - New York, NY @ Sound Lab
April 13 - Lansing, MI @ Temple Club
April 14 - Carbondale, IL @ Hangar 9
April 15 - Milwaukee, WI @ Onopa Brewing Company
April 16 - Chicago, IL @ Abbey Pub
April 17 - Minneapolis, MN @ 7th Street Entry
April 18 - Omaha, NE @ Sokol Hall/Underground
April 19 - Lawrence, KS @ Granada
April 20 - Denver, CO @ Larimer Lounge
April 21 - Fort Collins, CO @ Aggie Theater
April 22 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge
April 23 - Boise, ID @ The Bouquet
April 25 - Seattle, WA @ Chop Suey
April 26 - Portland, OR @ Berbati’s Pan
April 27 - San Jose, CA @ Agenda Lounge
April 28 - San Francisco, CA @ Mighty
April 29 - Sacramento, CA @ Stoney Inn
April 30 - Indio, CA @ Coachella
May 1 – Tempe, AZ @ Clubhouse
May 2 – Tucson, AZ @ Club Congress
May 5 - Austin, TX @ Emo’s
May 7 - Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater

Murs was brought on as an A&R consultant with Record Collection when he signed his new deal. Known more for their indie rock releases, Murs gives the label an opportunity to make an impression in the hip-hop world as well. His first signing to the label is Atlanta natives, Supreeme who will be opening up for Murs on tour. The group will be releasing their new album, Supremacy on April 11th.


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news 1145845150 - January 1, 1970 By : We start this weekend's audio update with Too Short who has a new mixtape single out called 6 Figga which features Jay Z. Too Short is buzzing at the moment with an appearence on the Kelis single Bossy; dubcnn caught up with Too Short last week at the Vault 350 with The Team, look for more on that this week.

Next up we have Pimp C's new single Pourin Up which features Mike Jones & Bun B. For dubcnn regulars you will have seen this track just the other week; lookout for his album dropping soon on Rap-A-Lot Records.

Max Julian has been creating a buzz out on the streets with his promo single titled Take Them Clothes Off, an album from Max is due out later this year, until then enjoy the audio.

GP, an artist who used to be on Deathrow Records has released and album called "The Best of GP: The Beast" which includes appearences from Yukmouth, Daz Dillinger, Keak Da Sneak and more. We have a preview track called Get Ya Gun which has an verse from Yukmouth.

We're gonna finish this week with a song from Aftermath's latest signee, the artist G.A.G.E. The song is called 2 Gangsta and is taken from his mixtape with DJ Whoo Kid entitled "Crack Murder And Missed Meals."

As always support the artists releases when in stores and stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest news, interview, features and of course media.

Yash

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news 1147628053 - January 1, 1970 By : We world premiered Daz Dillinger's new single "It's A Daz Thang", aka "It's My Thang", from Daz' upcoming So So Def debut under the wing of Jermaine Dupri. The album, "So So Gangsta" is set to drop August 1st, 2006.

The first single "It's A Daz Thang" features fellow Dogg Pound Gangsta Kurupt, and was produced by Jermaine Dupri himself. The video to the song was shot recently, and "So So Def TV" filmed a "making of" video feature on the shoot for their website.

The video features of course Daz, Kurupt, Jermaine Dupri, aswell as the whole So So Def Camp (J-Kwon, Kid Slim, Young Capone etc). You can view it at
myspace.com/sosodefmusic, on YouTube.com, or you can download the video from our servers in Windows Media format below:

So So Def Presents... - On The Set: It's A Daz Thang, Making Of (11MB, WMV)

Incase you had missed the world premiere of the song, here it is again, in uncut MP3 form:

Daz - It's A Daz Thang (ft. Kurupt) (Prod. by Jermaine Dupri)

As always, we got you on the latest from the D.P.G. camp, they've got alot on the plate this summer! "Cali Iz Active" the Dogg Pound album, Daz' "So So Gangsta" album, Kurupts "Same Day, Different Shit" album, aswell as Snoop Doggs "Blue Carpet Treatment", all set to drop this summer.

Nima

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news 1149012952 - January 1, 1970 By : This coming Friday, June 2nd 2006, the rumors will all cease to exist as B.Y.I Entertainment's very own Omar Cruz will be holding his official press conference. As you may know, it's rumored that he's going to be signing to a huge major label, that will all be cleared at the conference, as well as and what type of label deal BYI has, too. Last year, O.Cruz dropped his first, now classic, mixtape City of Gods, which sent not just the streets and the internet, but the industry in a frensy. We've heard labels such as Dr. Dre's Aftermath, Eminem's Shady, 50 Cent's G-Unit, as well as Jay-Z and Def Jam have all been interested in signing Omar. Well stay tuned to Dubcnn as we'll have the EXCLUSIVE first look at who he'll be signing with.

BYI Entertainment would like to thank "all the fans, especially the Westcoast, for all the support Omar Curz has received. To show the appreciation and to give back, B.Y.I Entertainment will allow everybody to download Omar Cruz' two classic mixtapes City Of Gods & Blow for FREE. All you have to do is head over to their official site, BYIEntertainment.com and sign up for the forum. But, if that's not enough to feed your O Dot needs, you'll be able to find him on numerous mix tapes with the likes of DJ Skee, Whoo Kid and a host of others from all over the United States. We premiered Omar Cruz' Remix of "Hustlin'," which you'll still be able to hear all over Sirius Satelite, which features Def Jam's Rick Ross and Aftermath's Busta Rhymes.

As I said earlier, Dubcnn will be at this exclusive Press Conference on June 2nd to bring you the UP TO THE MINUTE news on what went down. Accept no substitutes for your West Coast or general Hip Hop news!

SGV

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news 1149264807 - January 1, 1970 By : In celebration of their highly anticipated new album, "Feedback", Interscope recording artists Jurassic 5 will launch a massive nationwide tour beginning in Seattle shortly before the album's July 25, 2006 release and concluding nearly three months later. The group will hit close to three-dozen cities. Highlights include two shows at the Filmore in San Francisco on July 22nd and 23rd, a show at Stubb's BBQ in Austin, Texas on August 1st, an August 14th stop at the 9:30 Club in Washington, D.C., a performance at the world famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Denver on September 9th, and shows at the House of Blues in Chicago (September 1st), Las Vegas (September 13th), and in the group's hometown of Los Angeles (July 25th and 26th).

Feedback follows J-5's critically acclaimed releases "Power in Numbers" and "Quality Control". The albums first single is a soulful collaboration with the Dave Mathews Band titled, "Work It Out". The song is the natural culmination of a close relationship the two group's formed while touring together, and a fitting introduction to J-5's new effort.

"It's a step up for us because we have been basically known as an underground group. We've been known as a backpacker group. This album still has elements of that because that's who we are, but at the same time we are also trying to step into another realm," said Soup, one of the group's four emcees.

DJ/Producer Nu-Mark handles the majority of the album's production, including the standout tracks "Future Sound,", "Red Hot", and "Where We At," which features a vocal bit from Mos Def. Other producers include Scott Storch ("Brown Girl"), Salaam Remi ("Radio", "Get It Together"), aswell as Exile & Bean One.


He steps aside intermittently to allow inspired contributions from, among others, super producer Scott Storch (Brown Girl) and the mastermind behind many a Nas and Fugees hit, Salaam Remi (Radio and Get It Together). In addition, noteworthy up-and-comers Exile and Bean One both contribute powerful tracks.

We have the first single "Where We At" available for you to stream, click below to listen:

Jurassic 5 -
Work It Out (ft. Dave Mathews Band)

Here are the complete tour dates:

July 18th “ Seattle, WA“ The Showbox
July 19th “ Portland, OR “ Crystal Ballroom
July 21st “ Stateline, NV “ Mont Bleu Resort
July 22nd “ San Francisco, CA “ Filmore
July 23rd “ San Francisco, CA “ Filmore
July 25th “ West Hollywood, CA “ House of Blues
July 26th “ West Hollywood, CA “ House of Blues
July 27th “ San Diego, CA “ 4th and B Concert Theatre
July 28th “ Tempe, AZ “ Marquee Theatre
July 29th “ Santa Fe, NM“ Paolo Soleri Amphitheater
July 31st “ Dallas, TX “ Gypsy Tea Room & Ballroom
August 1st“ Austin, TX “ Stubbs BBQ
August 2nd “ Houston, TX “ Warehouse Live
August 4th “ St. Petersburg, FL “ Jannus Landing
August 5th “ Fort Lauderdale, FL “ Revolution
August 6th “ Lake Buena Vista, FL “ House of Blues
August 9th “ Atlanta, GA“ Roxy Theatre
August 10th “ Knoxville, TN “ Bijou Theatre
August 11th “ Charlotte, NC Neighborhood Theatre
August 12th “ Asheville, NC “ The Orange Peel
August 14th “ Washington, D.C. “ 9:30 Club
August 22nd “ So. Burlington, VT “ Higher Ground Ballroom
August 24th “ Buffalo, NY“ The Town Ballroom
August 25th “ Cleveland, OH “ House of Blues
August 26th “ Detroit, MI “ St. Andrews Hall
August 28th “ Cincinnati, OH “ Bogart™s
August 30th “ St. Louis, MO“ The Pageant
August 31st “ Indianapolis, IN - Vogue Theatre
September 1st “ Chicago, IL “ House of Blues
September 2nd “ Milwaukee, WI “ The Rave @ The Eagles Club
September 4th “ Minneapolis, MN “ First Avenue
September 5th “ Lawrence, KS “ Granada Theatre
September 8th “ Aspen, CO “ Belly Up, Aspen
September 9th “ Morrison, CO “ Red Rocks Amphitheater
September 10th “ Boulder, CO “ Fox Theatre
September 11th “ Salt Lake City, UT “ The Depot
September 13th “ Las Vegas, NV“ House of Blues

Nima

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news 1149816620 - January 1, 1970 By : Sometimes it takes one individual to rise up, to be the voice, to speak the truth with no restriction. When that individual speaks, people listen, and a revolution can begin. Belly (aka Rebellyus) is bringing “The Revolution” this summer through major independent label Capital Prophet Records.

Born April 7, 1984 in the Middle East, Belly grew up surrounded by war, violence, and atrocities no child should ever have to see. When he moved to Canada with his family, Belly saw the money and wealth that was only a dream in his birthplace. Turning to the streets at a very young age made Belly strong and resilient but he needed an outlet to release the aggressions building up within him. It was rap music that would serve as this outlet.

Belly began recording professionally in 2001. He recorded demos in Chicago and LA. Unfortunately, problems with the law led to the closure of the label and the incarceration of key figures within the label. But this didn't discourage Belly, he kept writing, and kept grinding. He released a number of mixtapes and slowly built a buzz in his hometown of Ottawa, Canada.

In 2005 he penned “Be Easy” and “Smile For Me” for label mate, Massari. Both these songs appeared on Massari's debut album and became top 10 hits in Canada.

With the taste of success, he began writing and recording his own material for “The Revolution”. The double CD is set for international release this summer. Features on the album include Fabolous, Scarface, & Mario Winans.

Capital Prophet, along with Belly, are raising the bar in Canadian urban music.

We have 3 songs to download below:
Belly "Let Me Live"
Belly feat. Scarface "I Swear"
Belly "Let Me Put You On"

Make sure to check out Belly's offical page to get more info on mixtapes, and see an exclusive video with Scarface.

Adon

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news 1150502209 - January 1, 1970 By : Last week we brought you a taste of a new artist by the name of Belly. Well now we're giving you a chance to get your hands on a free copy of his new mixtape Death Before Dishonor Vol. 3. The mixtape is 23 tracks deep and includes exclusive tracks as well as album cuts.

Here's a little taste of the mixtape, check out these 3 tracks:
Belly "Let Me Live"
Belly feat. Scarface "I Swear"
Belly "Let Me Put You On"

All you have to do to get a copy is email me with the correct answer to this question:

What is Belly's upcoming double disc album titled?

The first 10 people to email me (adon@dubcnn.com) with the correct answer will recieve a free copy of the mixtape mailed to them. Please include your mailing adress and "Belly Mixtape Giveaway" in the subject line.

Check out Belly's offical page for the info.

Adon

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news 1151883250 - January 1, 1970 By : Weekend Audio is here and we know how you fiend for the latest new music so we couldnt dissapoint. This week we kick off with 3 new tracks from 50 Cent that will be on the upcoming DJ Whoo Kid mixtape entitled "Hate It Or Love It." The artwork to the mixtape is set to feature a supposed image of The Game's alleged work as a stripper. Dubcnn & DJ Warrior teamed up to present these tracks exclusively free of tags for the Dubcnn visitors:

50 Cent
"5 Heart Beats"
50 Cent "Paper Chaser"
50 Cent "Misdemeanor"

Next we have a hot song from Uncle Murder featuring Akon called "Murderer Part2". Shout outs to Convict Music.

This weekends R&B track is a cut from Cee-Lo & Nate Dogg called "Enjoy Yourself". Look for our exclusive interview with Cee-Lo to drop real soon.

We also have a new track from Young Jeezy for you guys called "I Do This Shit". Young Jeezy is currently working on his new album. We will have more news and audio from the release over the next few months.

The Rapper/Actor legend that is Ice-T is at it again on Body Count's album “Murder 4 Hire”, although set for release on August 1st we at Dubcnn have the track called "Invicible Gangsta" for you to enjoy as a teaser of the album.

Kurupt recently released his new album "Same Day Different Shit." The album is entirely produced by Daz Dillinger who also spits on two of the tracks. We have the banger "Ryde And Roll" so you can get a feel of the new release.

We end this weekend audio with a banger from the latest Comptons Most Wanted album "Music To Gang Bang". The release is in stores now and we urge you to pick up a copy, the track we have as a preview is the aptly titled; "Still A Menace".

As always ensure you go out and buy the albums and singles that we brought to you this weekend and visit Hiphopwest.com and DJWarrior.biz for the latest mixtapes.

Yash

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news 1153745025 - January 1, 1970 By : The ladies went crazy over "She's Like The Wind" in the 80's, from the movie "Dirty Dancing". Only a few oldies have been left untouched by the new generation, but this was one of those hits that nobody had decided to remake... until the VIBEKINGz came about. DJ S.T.A.T.I.C. and DJ Size took it upon themselves to release an updated version of the song with a fresh R&B twist.

They linked up with 23-year-old singer Maliq and rapper Spoon to record the song. They inked a deal with Universal Records, and have been climbing the charts overseas, it's only a matter of time before it catches on in the States.

I have the video available for ya'll to check out below:

VIBEKINGz featuring Maliq - She's Like The Wind

Enjoy the video, for more info check out myspace.com/vibekingz.

Nima

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news 1153745798 - January 1, 1970 By : We let ya'll know about Ras Kass' upcoming project "Eat Or Die", his latest mixtape collaboration with Dow Jones a few days ago, and RasKass-Central.com have just released a full album sampler where you can preview the whole mixtape.

To download it now, either hit up RasKass-Central.com, or click below to download it, courtesy of RKC:

Ras Kass - Eat Or Die (Full Album Sampler) (50MB, ZIP)

Check out the tracklisting below:

1 "Intro" (Produced by J. Gambit)
2 "Mange ou mourir"
3 "Eat or die" (Produced by Twinz)
4 "K.O.T.W." (Produced by Da Riffs)
5 "Jungle love" (Produced by Chuck Beats/ Dynamic Producers)
6 "She choosin" Feat. Khao, T.I. (produced by Twinz)
7 "Its a beautiful thing" Feat. Joel Ortiiz
8 "Better" Feat. J211 (Produced by Broadway for DP)
9 "Whip it (street fame)" Feat. Tre, SouthWest
10 "Brains in the mud" Feat. Da Ranjahs (Produced Broadway for DP)
11 "Realness freestyle"
12 "The perfect woman skit" (Produced By J. Gambit)
13 "Medusa" Feat. Nas (Produced By Da Riffs)
14 "Capital p rmx" Feat. Mobb Deep
15 "Get it in" Feat. Alchemist, Name Brand (Produced by Alchemist)
16 "Transfered" Feat. 40 glocc, Spider Loc (Infamous-G-unit)
17 "All day" Feat. TQ (Produced by Cello)
18 "Playboy" Feat. Loyd Banks (Produced DJ Static)
19 "My blog" Feat. Whoo Kid, Coach PR (Produced by DP)
20 "Homey, lover, friend" Feat. FLH
21 "Fed up" (Produced by Large Money)

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news 1154198157 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back with Part 2 of our exclusive four-part interview with Snoop Dogg. Part 1 recieved tremendous feedback, as this is probably one of the most honest and in-depth interviews we've seen with Tha Doggfather. Incase you missed Part 1, click on the picture at the top of the site to check it out now!

Listen or read Part 2 of our exclusive Snoop Dogg interview below:

Snoop Dogg & Dubcnn - The Interview: Part 2

In Part 2, we start off with the question about the Western Conference, and Snoop speaks on the beef between The Game and Spider Loc. He really expands on the subject of West Coast unity and why it's so important right now.

We also talk about the unity he's trying to create between the Black & the Brown, because you can't bring the West Coast back if you don't involve the Crips, the Bloods and the Ese's, as he says. He also speaks on his song "My Peoples, and why he shouted out all those people, even if he didn't know them.

The part that's probably gonna get most people talking is when he speaks on Crooked I. We also speak about Bad Lucc, who's been shining on the Western Union tracks, as well as the Warzone group, and what he thinks of people saying MC Eiht is washed up.

Be on the lookout for Part 3 coming next Tuesday or Wednesday, where we go in detail about The Game, "Blue Carpet Treatment", how it feels to be back in the hood, and most importantly and probably the most controversial part of the whole interview, we speak about Dr. Dre and "Detox".

You can drop feedback on the forum, or by emailing me at nima@dubcnn.com.

Nima

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news 1154283494 - January 1, 1970 By : We have been in full effect for weeks now dropping exclusive after exclusive well rest assured, we're not letting up - we have a few weeks packed with a strong mix of legends and the freshest westcoast artists and music.

Today we are proud to present the first single from Diego Redd which will be on his new mixtape; "Getting Money, Getting Paid" which, thanks to dubcnn's help is being put together and released by the prolific westcoast DJ, DJ Warrior who has produced mixtapes for Ice Cube, The Game and countless others.

Since we introduced Diego Redd to our readers earlier this year with an
On The Come Up feature as well as an Exclusive Interview we have received an influx of interest and support for the 25 year old MC. "California Girls" is the single that aims to generate even more of a buzz than when Kanye West said that he was; "One of the hottest out of the west or all over the United States."

Since we last heard from Diego Redd he has been buzz building across the country with appearences and meetings from NY to Cali where people have been agreeing that this artist has the talent to be a major force from the west - the plan with the single is to ensure every kid with an ipod and every hustler with a banging system in his ride is saying it too. With "California Girls" Diego Redd has created an anthem thats sure to make heads knock fro LA, through Fresno and over to the Bay. From there it ain't a thing for the rest of the country to catch on to "California Girls." The track which is an ode to the women of the Golden State, could be seen as cross between the classic "California Love" and "Area Codes" - in that its repping the place where you stay and the girls you meet along the way. Pairing Diego's undeniable mic prescense and charisma with a bouncy Gutta Fam beat that has a Dr. Dre feel to it "California Love" will have women throughout the state shouting out their cities while in the club.

Diego Redd - California Girls

Diego Redd is currently wrapping up the "Getting Money, Getting Paid" mixtape as well as his as yet untitled album. His nationwide exploits have landed him recording with som big names in NY and LA, as well as working with platinum producer Needlz (50 Cent, Ludacris). Major label offers are on the table once again for the talented youngster and a national tour could be on the way. Stay tuned to dubcnn.com for the latest

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news 1154477565 - January 1, 1970 By : After starting with Kanye West, featuring and ghostwriting for Cash Money Records and finally finding a home with Jermaine Dupri & Virgin Records through No I.D.... Mikkey's controversial and groundbreaking song "Liquor Store" has found a large buzz in the underground scene. This is the street single off Mikkey's forthcoming debut album, titled "Chicago: The Photo Album". Below you can find the dirty and the clean version of "Liquor Store", produced by 1120.

Mikkey - Liquor Store
Mikkey - Liquor Store (Clean)



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news 1154943286 - January 1, 1970 By : Last week Soulstice was in Amsterdam for some promotional activities. We caught up in Fat Beats with the Chicago MC to talk about how he got into hip hop, what he is about lyrically, the records "North by Northwest: Solid Ground" & "Return of the Kings" with Haysoos, working with Oddisee & Cuban Link, hip hop out of Chi-Town and much more.

Click
here to read and/or watch our exclusive interview with Soulstice.


Zuka

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news 1155427299 - January 1, 1970 By : 40 Glocc is back and has just finished a world tour in which he visited New Zealand, Australia, Japan and Tahiti with the infamous Mobb Deep. 40 wanted to show the world his brand new track entitled, "N.W.A.".

40 told Dubcnn that the reason for the diss record is simple: "Them bit** ass nig*** been speaking on me on the low." so it was only right for him to speak on the matter.

He has a new mixtape with DJ Whoo Kid coming out next month called "Outspoken Volume 3 (The infamous/G-Unit edition)" featuring G-Unit, Mobb Deep, Jayo Felony, Kurupt, Rass Kass, Spider Loc and many more.

40 Glocc also has a tight DVD coming out after the mixtape has dropped. He told us, " It will show the world what the G-Unot president does when he runs into G-Unit in person".

Keep it locked here on Dubcnn for the latest on 40 Glocc, and lookout for an exclusive 40 Glocc interview coming soon.

Yash

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news 1155611788 - January 1, 1970 By : The number one crew from the streets of East Van are back with a brand new release. After presenting two eastinfection mixtapes and a solo mixtape from Drizz, Tee Loc, aka Locasone, aka Young Vancity The Kid is finally putting out one of his own. This time he's giving y'all that Purple Kush to sit back and smoke to.

Tee Loc, Profe C, and the rest of the Eastinfection crew have recently been making noise around the Northwest, opening for Devin The Dude, and hosting a slew of their own shows.

The new mixtape is 20 tracks deep, and features original producion on the majority of the songs. Guest appearances include Vic Vodka, P Man, Profe C, Jay Kin, Drea, X Calibur & Mo Suntzu from Brougham Camp. We have 3 songs available for download below:

Tee Loc feat. Jay Kin & Profe C
"Food For Thought"
Tee Loc feat. Vic Vodka & P Man "Purple Kush"
Tee Loc "Doin The Fool"

Stay tuned for more info on all the Eastinfection releases. Check out Tee Loc's myspace for more info.

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news 1155653714 - January 1, 1970 By : The self proclaimed 'Queen Of The West' Diamonique is without a doubt one of the hottest female artists on the West Coast right now. Coming straight out of the I.E., Diamonique is representing for the latin females out there. She's currently working on her "Coup D'Etat" mixtape, coming out through Streetlight Productions.

We have an exclusive preview track for ya'll, called "Still 4 Tha Raza", which features fellow latinos Lil Rob, Kid Frost & Scoop Deville. This is the sequel to a classic, so make sure to check it out below:

Diamonique -
Still 4 The Raza (ft. Lil Rob, Kid Frost & Scoop Deville)

Be on the lookout for the "Coup D'Etat" mixtape coming soon, and also, as Snoop Dogg let you know in our exclusive interview with him, there is a remix of "Vato" featuring Diamonique, we'll bring that to you as soon as we get it.

Nima

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news 1155851240 - January 1, 1970 By : It's interview week on Dubcnn! After DJ Coolbreeze and GLC, it's time for Bronze Nazareth. The last Wu element RZA added to his production camp released his album The Great Migration in May. In the interview with the MC slash producer we touched on a lot of subjects: The Great Migration (of course), Ringz & Partnerz, Kevlaar 7, Afu-Ra & Masta Killa, his collaboration album with Moongod Allah and much more.

Wu Heads, get ready for this in depth interview with the official Wu Killa Bee Bronze Nazareth.
Click here to read this exclusive interview!

Zuka

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news 1155894700 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been a long but short road to the top for the young rap phenomenon Ya Boy. Around this time last year, he was preparing the release of his debut solo album, "Rookie of The Year," and now a year later almost to the day, he has taken things up notches above the rest.

As a fast learner he has proven that he's also a fast achiever, creating a large fanbase for himself that spans the entire globe, from Los Angeles to Europe. Since hitting LA earlier in the year to find more opportunities for himself, YB didn't have to knock doors down to get in the game, they opened for him.

His undeniable gift to spit has brought him endless success and notability, and alongside his mentor and business partner Phat Rat, he has rubbed shoulders with greats and celebrities, and is quickly reaching that same level of recognition.

"In my short time in the rap game I did the unthinkable. I dont think anybody in this world can do what I do. I'm a fast learner and I just get better every single day. I definitely grew. I broke out the cocoon. When I first started rapping I was just a kid. 18 years old, didn't know the ropes, I didn't do anything but just rap. I grew. I been studying n-ggas, I'm in the industry now. I'm looking at things differently. I'm vibing, traveling," explains Ya Boy.

Ya Boy has also been working with platinum producers and major factors in the music industry. With songs on Johnathan 'JR' Rotem tracks, as well as collaborations with inhouse BWS producer Nu Jerzey Devil, and an up and coming young producer from North Carolina, D1, Ya Boy definitely has the right ammo to bring the world even more hits. One of the latest milestones was his track, "100 Bars of Crack" in which Ya Boy kept listeners mesmerized for a span of 100 bars of rap lines. He hit the world off with quotable after quotable and never become stagnant, all in a span of 5 minutes. After hearing Game's series of tracks 100-300, it influenced him to try his hand at a song of that magnitude. With the recently released Black Wallstreet Journal under The Game's BWS imprint, many have called him the breakout star of the project and all eyes are on him, just as they were on the late 2Pac 10 years ago.

"2Pac is actually my biggest influence, I would listen to his music and just get goosebumps. I'm trying to give off that same feeling. I'm trying to send chills down people's spines cause it's so real. That flow. I stopped gettin that from rap. I'm trying to give that to people," stated Ya Boy.

Coming off the heels of the BWS mixtape as well as other projects such as Clinton Sparks and E-Rock's "Welcome to US of Bay" among other nationwide mixtapes, the buzz has been tremendous and it's only a matter of time before Ya Boy finds his home on a major as he explained: "I'm in talks with a few majors. They definitely eatin' Ya Boy up. I won't give names, but I guarantee you within the next 2 months you will hear who I am signed with. I feel that hip hop definitely needs Ya Boy and major is the only way to go."

With his cocky demeanor and confident way of carrying himself, some have criticized and questioned if he was a bit too arrogant or into himself. Ya Boy states that it's only an essential quality to feel that way in order to be a leader. "If I was to sit up here and say that other people are better than me and not tell you I'm this good, you would feel like you aint f-ckin with me. If I don't believe that I'm the best, nobody else will."

As someone who stays true to his roots and remembers his humble beginnings, Ya Boy made his start in the bay and still represents that in nearly every track he spits on. One of the prominent figures in the birth of his rap career was his big cousin, San Quinn, who still holds a good relationship with him. Since Ya Boy left Done Deal to further his career, rumors ran rampant and people questioned whether the cousins were still maintaining that close relationship. "Me and San Quinn are blood," Ya Boy emphasizes. "Alot of people love to stir that sh-t up and say we beefing. We will never beef. We might get mad at each other at times, that's a normal part of a family; but then we'll be cool that night. If anything went down he always had my back and I still got his."

From this point on the only way from here is to the top, and Ya Boy confidently states that he is ready to face the pressure, ready to lead the west coast as a young leader of the pack; ""Like my cousin Quinn said, pressure makes diamonds. It is alot of pressure to put on somebody, especially someone as young as me. I'm ready to help carry this coast man, I got a gift. I ain't got no choice but to use it. I'm gonna take this to the highest level and put on a show. I'm gonna put on a show for the world. You will see why I am the next coming."

Ya Boy is quoted as being "the show after The Game" and showtime is almost here, with Ya Boy's own DJ Skee presented mixtape around the corner, you won't want to miss a minute of this show. No commercial breaks here, the 'Prince of the Bay' is ready to hit you off with season after season.

Check out the track we recently premiered from Ya Boy and The Game from "BWS Journal Volume 1" entitled; What's Beef. Stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on Ya Boy or visit his official MySpace.

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news 1156462103 - January 1, 1970 By : (New York, NY – August 21, 2006) – Multi-Platinum, Award Winning rapper Snoop Dogg is set to release his eighth solo LP, "Tha Blue Carpet Treatment," this November through Doggystyle/Geffen.

Tha Blue Carpet Treatment” is one of the most highly anticipated new albums of the year and will continue to solidify this hip hop icon as one of the most influential musical entertainers of today.



Throughout each record on the forthcoming release, Snoop takes it back to the basics…back to the ‘hood, showcasing the original gangsta sound that made this Long Beach rapper an instant household name when he made his debut in 1992 on Dr. Dre’s hit song “Deep Cover” and the classic album “The Chronic.” After releasing a string of hit records on his last effort that carried a more commercial sound, such as the #1 mega-hit “Drop It Like It’s Hot” featuring Pharrell, the rapper decided this time around to bring back Snoop Dogg, the O.G., for his fans. Producers who collaborated on “Tha Blue Carpet Treatment” include hit makers Dr. Dre, Timbaland, Rick Rock, Pharrell, among others; along with guest appearances by artists such as Stevie Wonder, Ice Cube, The Game, Brandy, R. Kelly and MC Eiht.

The premiere single, produced by Pharrell, titled "Vato," featuring B Real from Cypress Hill is a gritty street record that tells an everyday story from the rough LA streets that only the Dogg himself can tell. The video for the single, which was directed by Phillip Atwell, plays like a short cinematic film with an important underlying message: the need for black and brown unity, especially in the wake of violence in recent months in Los Angeles. With Snoop starring as an O.G. and B Real as a Latino gang member, the video also boasts guest appearances by rap veteran Kid Frost and Oscar nominated actor Edward James Olmos to bring attention to an unfortunate, but real issue that continues to plague communities today. Through this groundbreaking video, Snoop is looking to leverage his street credibility and knowledge to launch a much needed push for unity.

"It's about time we start to fight for each other rather than fighting against each other. I have homies from all cultural backgrounds and love all of my brothers, black and brown. There is nothing that can stop us from creating a better future for ourselves, for our families and generations to come if we all came together," says Snoop Dogg.

This is not the superstar’s first attempt to bring forth social awareness to important issues. Last year, he held a peace summit dubbed “Protect the West” to end all feuds between rap artists from the West Coast. Snoop also participated in rallies to save Stanley “Tookie” Williams, an ex-gang member on death row who spearheaded the truce between the “Bloods” and “Crips.”

The highly anticipated world premiere of “Vato” will make its video debut on August 30th on “BET’s Access Granted.”

Look for any updates on the album right here on dubcnn.


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news 1156476654 - January 1, 1970 By : The #1 Spot For Album Credits, The Vault has been updated with 86 new album credits, and it's been a hectic month for new albums. Check out the index at Dubcnn The Vault or The Vault Index in our forum, where you can also see artist/producer discographies and videographies, created and updated by our forum members.

The last months new hiphop albums: Big Noyd dropped The Stick Up Kid without too much fuss, Defari came up with some new Street Music with production from Alchemist, Evidence, E-Swift and more.

DMX didn't retire, but put out Year Of The Dog Again with cameos from Busta Rhymes, Jadakiss, Styles P., Big Stan, and production from Swizz Beatz, Scott Storch, Tuneheadz, etc.
We got the early tracklist for Lloyd Banks' new album Rotten Apple, with Scarface, 9th Wonder, Eminem, 50 Cent, Mobb Deep and more on board, Method Man's new album 4:21... The Day After is ready to drop later this month, with production from Scott Storch, Havoc, Kwame, Erick Sermon, The RZA, and cameos from Wu-Tang, Redman, Styles P. and more.
By now, you've probably heard about Obie Trice dropping Second Round's On Me to a poor first week on the Soundscan (74K), Outkast delivered Idlewild, with a nice guest list and a heavy set of musicians, Ras Kass' Eat Or Die got pushed back to Sept 19th, and Rick Ross is experiencing a little taste of commercial success with Port Of Miami.

For the pop/r'n'b-fans, we got some other hiphop related releases as well; Christina Aguilera picked up DJ Premier, Kwame & Mark Ronson for her album Back To Basics, Bad Boy Ent. put out girl group Danity Kane, and copped some beats from Timbaland, Scott Storch & Mario Winans to their self-titled Danity Kane album, Kelis is no stranger to hiphop cameos, and chose Cool & Dre, Scott Storch & Will.I.Am for her new album Kelis Was Here, LeToya is back, and hollered at Just Blaze, J.R., Scott Storch, Jermaine Dupri & Jazze Pha for her self-titled album LeToya, and Paris Hilton made Scott Storch make most of her album Paris Is Burning.

But there's more, check all the newest additions in "What's New".

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news 1156787623 - January 1, 1970 By : Mawuli Kulego, aka Lazee Lizzel, came to the world in 1985 and was brought up in Malmö, Sweden, with his mom and two sisters. In 1998, "Mum Kulego" however decided that Malmö didn't provide the right environment for her son. She therefore sent Lazee to London where he could "become something". 6 years later Lazee moves back - with the ambition of finishing his first hip-hop album.

Lazee found hip-hop in the early 90's and wrote his first rhyme as a 10-year old. Back then, it was just for fun - the big turning point came when he heard "Players Anthem" with Notorious BIG. During his years in London, Lazee did several tracks for mixtapes. He also produced music with SkrillaKidz, whose name later on came to inspire the establishment of SkrillaMusic in Malmö.

Back in Sweden with SkrillaMusic, Lazee has been hard at work for the past 2 years and passionately spent most of his time in the recording studio, and now he’s finally ready to face Sweden, as well as the world, with his debut album “It is what it is”.

Dubcnn hooked up with Scandinavia’s tightest rapper to show the world how dope Lazee really is.

Check below for an exclusive album sampler from his upcoming album:

Lazee - Album Sampler

You can also watch his first music video “The Bigga Nigga” by clicking here. The video is produced by Jan Vasquez who is doing the latest Loon video! Be on the lookout for Lazee's debut album dropping late 2006 with featurings from a long line of brilliant producers such as Soul Supreme (KRS One, Big Daddy Kane, Petter), DJ Large (Promoe, MBMA), Collén & Webb (Jeru Da Damaja, Afu Ra), Nicolay (Little Brother), El Sheriffo, Ishi and T-Town.

“It is what it is” has also had the privilege of being hosted by great singers and rappers like Jovan Dais, Joel Ortiz, Link, Adam aka ADL, Wayne Beckford, Million Stylez and Pauline.

For more info on Lazee’s album stay tuned to Dubcnn!


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news 1157484293 - January 1, 1970 By : This Friday, September 8th, in Concord, CA at the Sleep Train Amphitheatre LeToya has a show with Mary J. Blige. We have been presented with 2 pairs of tickets to this event for a free entry giveaway contest.

To have a chance of winning all you have to do is answer the following question:

LeToya was one of the original members of an immensely popular girl group. What is the name of this group?

Submit your entries to
contest@dubcnn.com. Don't forget to include your address because we will pick the winners this Thursday!

LeToya "She Don't" audio streams:
Windows Media 56k | Windows Media 100k
Real Media 56k | Real Media 100k

LeToya "H-Town Chick Episode 3" video streams:
Windows Media 100k | Windows Media 300k | Windows Media 700k
Real Media 100k | Real Media 300k
Quicktime 100k | Quicktime 300k

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news 1157585455 - January 1, 1970 By : 50 Cent is active again. Fif' is getting back on the mixtape scene with "G-Unit Radio 22: Hip-Hop Is Dead: Verse 2", of course in conjunction with DJ Whoo Kid. 50 is known not to hold is tongue, and he's not doing any different on this one. His target this time around is P. Diddy.

Diddy & 50 were supposed to do business together for Mase, who went on the road as a G-Unit soldier last year. The deal didn't work out, and Curt Jackson has got some things to get off his chest. His remake of Dead Prez timeless classic "Hip-Hop" has been making the rounds online, stirring up a lot of controversy.

On "G-Unit Radio 22", 50 Cent also showcases some of the new talent on G-Unit, such as California's 40 Glocc and Phoenix representative Hot Rod. 40 Glocc has been on dubcnn for years, and is finally getting his break. His street banger "Where Them Hammers At" is getting airplay and on "G-Unit Radio 22", Forty and Fifty team up with Prodigy of Mobb Deep to take on the "Serial Killa" beat from "Doggystyle".

We will hear the result of this collaboration on Friday when the mixtape drops. 40 Glocc is also about to release his new mixtape with DJ Whoo Kid called "Outspoken Vol. 3: Infamous/G-Unit Edition". Those of you who have heard the previous Outspoken mixtapes know that to expect, because 4-0 doesn't hold his tongue!

I have the mixtape tracklisting available below, as well as two preview tracks, which you can listen to by clicking on the highlighted links:

1) Hip Hop Is Dead Intro
2) 50 Cent - Hip Hop
3) 50 Cent feat Prodigy, 40 Glocc - Serial Killer
4) 50 Cent feat Tony Yayo - Watch Yo Back
5) Lloyd Banks - Survivor
6) 50 Cent - skit
7) Diddy New shit
8) 50 Cent feat Tony Yayo, Hot Rod - Get Down
9) 50 Cent - Dont Front
10) 50 Cent feat Tony Yayo, Lloyd Banks, Hot Rod - Girl Gimme Yo Number
11) 50 Cent - Superstar
12) 50 Cent feat Fergie - London London
13) 50 Cent Feat Hot Rod - I got Hoes prod by Whoo Kid/Dj Dirt T
14) 50 Cent - Mind Sex
15) 50 Cent - Puppy Love
16) Young Buck feat Jazze Pha - If you want Some
17) Drunk Diddy outro

To order the mixtape now, hit up Whoo Kid's myspace page.

Nima

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news 1158182156 - January 1, 1970 By : They dissed the hell out of each other in the early to mid-90's, they had look-a-likes dress up and kidnapped each other in their videos, and a lot more. The feud between Ruthless Records and Death Row Records is to this day one of the most publicized beefs and probably the one that generated the hottest music.

Two of the main artists involved were Daz Dillinger of Tha Dogg Pound, and B.G. Knoccout, from Eazy-E's Ruthless Records crew. Over a decade has passed since those days, and B.G.'s brother Dre'sta has since squashed his beef and recorded tracks with the D.P.G. Knocc Out on the other hand was incarcerated for many years, and we just released his first interview since his release from jail last week.

He mentioned in the interview that he had squashed the beef with Kurupt, but hadn't hooked up with Daz yet. Well, that's history now, as B.G. Knoccout hit up an In-Store for the release for Daz' album "So So Gangsta" and linked up with D-A to the Z. We have an exclusive picture from the event for ya'll to make it official, check it out below:

B.G Knocc Out & Daz Hook Up At In-Store (09/12/06)

The Compton Baby Gangsta and the L.B.C. Dogg Pound Gangsta spoke about some new music, who knows, we might see something happen in future!

Incase you missed our exclusive interview with B.G. Knoccout and his brother Dre'sta, click here to check it out now!

Nima

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news 1159030091 - January 1, 1970 By : In August we dropped Mikkey's controversial street single "Liquor Store" here on Dubcnn. Arab store owners aren't too happy with the content and have "banned all Mikkey Halsted's music from all their JB's and Collection Stores, which are all located in the hood and supported by black people."

It all started when DJ Sean Mac put "Liquor Store" on his mixtape last month. The owners of Collection banned his cd after hearing "Liquor Store" and have subsequently banned any mixtapes which feature Mikkey in any shape or form.

In a press release Mikkey states the following:
"Now the Arab stores are known for selling mixtapes in the hood and have never had a problem with us degrading ourselves and talking about killing each other, but the minute we put the flashlight on them, they ban us. Why, when we have been the ones putting food on their table with our hard earned money."

"I didn't intend to alienate all Arabs with that song, I just wanted to paint an accurate picture of what's really going on in OUR hood to provoke thought, letting black people know that we don't have to support those that do not have our best interest at hand. I had no beef with the Arab clothing store owners because I didn't think it applied to them, but obviously they think it does. Therefore, I say that I have no problem with any Arab that respects our people and treats them with the same dignity that they treat their OWN with. However, I say ---- YOU TO ALL YOU BLOODSUCKING ARABS THAT HAVE DONE NOTHING BUT LEACH OFF OF OUR COMMUNITY FOR THE LONGEST AND TREAT US LIKE SHIT. I HAVE NO RESPECT FOR YOU AND NO LOVE. I WILL NEVER SHOP WITH YOU AGAIN FOR ATTEMPTING TO BAN AND CENSOR THE TRUTH. U WILL ---- AROUND AND GET BANNED FROM OUR COMMUNITY. As the last line in the song says, "I KNOW YOU THINK THAT WE STUPID, AND U FEEL LIKE WE CLOWNS, BUT WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO SHUT YA ASS DOWN!!!!!"

Click
here to download "Liquor Store" and be on the lookout for "Chicago: The Photo Album".

Zuka

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news 1161819043 - January 1, 1970 By : As we previously reported, Dirty Birdy's "Mixtape Volume 2" has been completed for a while now. Dirt decided not to press it up and sell it like Volume 1, but instead he teamed up with Dubcnn to offer the mixtape exclusively for paid download.

In other words this will be your only chance to hear this mixtape, which could actually be labeled as a street album. Every song comes with a hook and original beat, and most of the production was handled by Dirty Birdy & Dr. Stank. Features come from Diamonique, Shorty Mo, Dr. Stank, and others.

This is hands down one of my favorite mixtapes of the year. If you're not convinced you can preview 3 songs below. For a short review on the mixtape check out the preview page for "
Mixtape Volume 2".

This is an instant download, meaning that the download link will immediately appear after your PayPal payment. Important: The link will not be emailed to you, please use the "Return to Merchant" option to return to the page and download it. The file comes with all the songs in high quality MP3. Scroll down to order it for the low price of $4.99 (no shipping fees!).

Tracklist & Audio:

01. Dirty Intro (Produced by Dirty Birdy)
02. Gigante (Produced by Dirty Birdy)
03. Take My Life Away Feat. Dr. Stank (Produced By Dirty Birdy)
04. Ain't My Fault (Produced By Crackajack)
05. I Rote D Rimes (Produced By Dirty Birdy)
06. Where We From (Money Gone) Feat. Dr. Stank (Produced By Crackajack)
07. Ballad For The Fallin Baller (Produced By Dirty Birdy)
08. Tweet Tweet Mutha Fucca Feat. Diamonique (Produced By Booquarm)
09. Ignorant Crew (Produced by Dr. Stank)
10. If U Wanna (Weed Song) Feat. Shorty Mo & Al Fila (Produced By Dr. Stank)
11. 18th Birthday (Produced By CMT)
12. Girlz Feat. Dr. Stank (Produced By Dr. Stank)
13. My Bitch (Produced By Dr. Stank)
14. If U Don't Know (Produced By Dirty Birdy)
15. Apple Pie (Produced By Fingazz)
16. Hey Yo Feat. Dr. Stank (Produced By Crackajack)
17. Hip Hop (Produced By Crackajack)
18. Rollin & Ridin Feat. Props & Mondo (Produced By Dr. Stank)
19. Shorty's Outro (Produced By Dirty Birdy)
20. I,I,I, E Feat. J-Walq, Shorty Mo, Sefor & Diamonique (Produced By Dirty Birdy)

Dirty Birdy - Mixtape Volume 2 (Paid Download)

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news 1162020158 - January 1, 1970 By : Hip-Hop mixtape DJ and live draw, DJ Whoo Kid has extended his lengthy Pow World Tour. Having already invaded Europe and India, Whoo Kid has extended his impressive tour which has already taken him into Dubai and Bahrain.

The latest date that he has added to the run is in Copenhagen, Denmark for a special event. DJ Whoo Kid has been invited to spin for the super-exclusive Interscope Records MTV European Music Awards after-party. Details of the event are being kept well under wraps, however suffice it to say, this elite event will host the industry’s top celebrities.

Rumors abound that confirmed EMA performer and hip hop icon Snoop Dogg will be hosting the event. Further rumors are circulating that other attendees at the party will include Nelly Furtado, The Killers, Keane and Rihanna who are also confirmed to appear on the 2006 Award show.

We will keep you posted as events unfold and expect to see dubcnn welcome DJ Whoo Kid for an interview very soon to discuss not only this but a very special project that is in the works!


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news 1162461681 - January 1, 1970 By : It's always a pleasure to see artists we introduce grow and get better over the years. One of them is definitely Sly Boogy because he's steadily at it even if the public ear doesn't hear about it. It was at the end of August when we last featured Sly on Dubcnn to premiere his street single "Mamacita" featuring Sinful & Tanya. Shortly after that, we followed up with the Young Joker collaboration "100 Thousand" which has Sly doing a guest appearance alongside EDI of Tha Outlawz and Jamie Foxx.

Two months later, The I.E. mic ripper is back on Dubcnn to let us world premiere a new song that he just recorded. This monster is called "Git Up" and it has Sly doing the hook himself. It was produced by Noah Ayala from 103.5 The Bomb in Sacramento and he delivered a heater perfectly fitting for Sly. Noah also produced the "One Day" joint off of Sly Boogy's "The Fifth Letter" mixtape. On top of that, Sly and Noah are partnering up to compile a mixtape that will be available soon. We'll bring you more info on that in the near future.

On a different subject, Sly recently made a public service announcement regarding the Novemeber 7th election. Reflecting the song title, he wanted Dubcnn to pass this info along and everybody to git up:

"I wanna send a friendly reminder out to all of my folks out there who registered to vote. Make sure you make that Novemeber the 7th deadline. There are a couple of ballot propositions related to how the revenue from gas tax is spent. Make sure ya’ll go out and vote. If you can’t vote, git yo relatives and loved ones to be yo voice and remind them to vote. Sit down wit em and fill out the ballot. If you gonna git ya pockets patted at the pump the least you can have is a say in where some of the proceeds is going. Use your voice before it’s too late. West up!!"

Back to the song, download "Git Up" below. You can also visit Sly's MySpace page by clicking here.

Sly Boogy - Git Up (Produced by Noah Ayala)

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news 1162915603 - January 1, 1970 By : Only last week we had some news from DJ Whoo Kid and his POW World Tour, we even hinted towards a "very special project" which we can now disclose to the world.

DJ Whoo Kid, DJ Skee and DJ Drama have aligned to make a little piece of mixtape history, all three of these top Mixtape DJ's have come together to launch Snoop Dogg’s pre-album release of "Tha Blue Carpet Treatment Mixtape."


This street release sees the talents of DJ Whoo Kid, DJ Skee and DJ Drama brought together by the Doggfather of Rap. Only an artist with the stature of Snoop Dogg could bring together the hottest East Coast Mixtape DJ (Whoo Kid), the hottest Dirty South DJ (Drama) and the hottest West Coast DJ (Skee) to do one mixtape that features the talents of all three of these talents at the top of their game.

"Tha Blue Carpet Treatment Mixtape" includes several exclusive, never-before-heard freestyles and acapellas from Snoop Dogg, along with a mixture of featured artists and exclusive previews of tracks from his forthcoming album - "Tha Blue Carpet Treatment. Artists featured on the mixtape include: Young Jeezy, Nate Dogg, Flava Flav, Ice Cube, B. Real, Xzibit, Swizz Beatz, Lil Wayne, Daz, Kurupt, E-40, R. Kelly, Timbland and Big Daddy Kane among many others.

This "Mixtape Monopoly" Snoop Dogg release is said to be only the first in a line of collaborations that will see these three top DJ’s working together to take over the mixtape game worldwide.

We will have more on this from the DJ's themselves over the coming weeks, until then stay tuned to dubcnn and remember that Snoop Dogg’s new album "Tha Blue Carpet Treatment" via Doggystyle/Geffen Records hits stores Tuesday, November 21, 2006.

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news 1162997432 - January 1, 1970 By : After a seven-month bidding war, Hip-Hop artist Mistah F.A.B. (Fabby Davis Jr.) has opted to make Atlantic Records the home of his new label Faeva Afta/Thizz/Atlantic. A native of Oakland, CA and a member of the area’s legendary entertainment company, Thizz Nation, Mistah F.A.B. views his deal with Atlantic Records as the opportunity to help himself and others.

Speaking in his official press release Mistah F.A.B. explained: "I feel my purpose as an artist is to create great music and to give back. Being affiliated with a major label will help me do that on a level I can’t as an independent.

I now have a vehicle to distribute positive messages like the Yellow Bus (encouraging kids to go to school) and to help other artists get legit deals, build some wealth and put it back into our communities. It’s gonna be some hard work, but I’m ready and when I’m finished it will be a beautiful thing filled with bona fide head bangers. I thank God for the opportunity."


Getting 150 spins per week on over 30 radio stations for his current single "Ghost Ride It", the official Prince of the Hyphy Movement, will start production for his MTV video debut as early as next week. The release of his debut album, "The Yellow Bus Rydah" is due to drop March 2007. The double CD will feature the "Back Of the Bus" disc filled with Hyphy hits, while the second disc, "Front of the Bus," has more conscious and political material. Mistah F.A.B. lyrics have been described as candid, honest and hotter than boiler room heat.

Stay on dubcnn for the latest on the album, Mistah F.A.B. and his future moves with Faeva Afta/Thizz/Atlantic.


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news 1163015411 - January 1, 1970 By : Yesterday we broke the news that DJ Whoo Kid, DJ Skee and DJ Drama had connected to bring you the "Blue Carpet Treatment Mixtape", which is in the streets NOW, to promote Snoop Dogg's upcoming album "The Blue Carpet Treatment", dropping November 21st.

We have a little audio sample of the mixtape for ya'll to listen to, featuring the intro of the mixtape as well as the snippet of a song featuring Nate Dogg and Young Jeezy. Check it out below:

Snoop Dogg - Blue Carpet Treatment Mixtape (Snippet)

To view the cover in full size, click on the thumbnail, and make sure to cop the "Blue Carpet Treatment Mixtape", featuring exclusive freestyles, unreleased songs and of course songs off the upcoming album! Check out the tracklisting below:

1 - Snoop Dogg & DJ Whoo Kid Intro
2 - Snoop Dogg feat. Young Jeezy & Nate Dogg - Wannabes
3 - Snoop Dogg feat. Flavor Flav - Bad Bitch
4 - Snoop Dogg - Keep Bouncing
5 - Snoop Dogg feat. Ice Cube - LAX
6 - DJ Drama & Snoop Dogg Interlude
7 - Snoop Dogg - Look Around
8 - Snoop Dogg feat. B Real - Vato
9 - Snoop Dogg feat. The Game & Xzibit - California Vacation
10 - Snoop Dogg - Real Shit
11 - DJ Julio G (KDAY) Skit
12 - Snoop Dogg - Territory
13 - Snoop Dogg feat. Timbaland - L.A. Zoo
14 - Snoop Dogg - Pass That
15 - Snoop Dogg feat. Western Union & Warzone - Killas
16 - Snoop Dogg - Gang Bang 101
17 - Snoop Dogg feat. Nate Dogg - Crazy
18 - Snoop Dogg - Real One
19 - Snoop Dogg feat. Swizz Beats - Got My Own
20 - Snoop Dogg feat. E-40, MC Eiht, Goldie Loc, Daz & Kurupt - Candy
21 - Snoop Dogg feat. Daz - All That I Need
22 - Snoop Dogg feat. Lil' Wayne - Hollywood
23 - Snoop Dogg feat. Big Daddy Kane - We Do
24 - Snoop Dogg - Long Gone
25 - Snoop Dogg feat. Katt Williams - Listen
26 - DJ Skee & DJ Whoo Kid Outro

Stay tuned right here for the latest.

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news 1163335874 - January 1, 1970 By : We gotta take a trip to the East Coast for a quick minute, to Boston, MA, to be exact. A young talent by the name of BadNewz is the reason for this trip, because I couldn't let ya'll sleep on this dude. In a time where bragging rights and flossing are raps main topics, BadNewz enters the game with some authentic Hip-Hop.

On his current mixtape "Falling Down: The Adventure Of An Ordinary Man At War With The Everyday World", BadNewz demonstrates his ability to tell stories, and touch on a wide rang of topics. Over both original and borrowed beats, BadNewz takes you on a journey through his mind. Reminiscent of the late great Big L, Bad Newz has the gift to portray very sharp images through his words, such as on the song "Black Child", or on "Cocaine", over Xzibit's classic "Papparazzi".

We have four tracks from the mixtape available for you to download and listen to. If you like what you hear, make sure to hit up BadNewz' official myspace page at myspace.com/sobadnewz, where you can also order the "Falling Down" mixtape $4,99. Listen to the songs below:

BadNewz - Black Child
BadNewz - Cocaine
BadNewz - This Is My Life
BadNewz - Get It In (ft. Gaff Dram)

Enjoy the music, and once again, make sure to hit up BadNewz' official myspace page, where you can also order the "Falling Down" mixtape $4,99.

Official tracklisting:

1. Intro
2. Cocaine
3. NoNoNo
4. Liquor Store Skit
5. Bruce Wayne (ft. Badnewz)
6. 24 Bars
7. Block Trespassing Skit
8. Run The Block (ft. Lou Armstrong)
9. B.A.D.N.E.W.S.
10. Korean Interview Skit
11. Stick Up Kids (ft. Killa Bee)
12. It's Whatever (ft. BR)
13. Phone Skit
14. Free Mass
15. Get It In (ft. Gaff Dram)
16. You Missed Skit
17. This Is My Life
18. Cali Mal Shout Out
19. Cigeretts (ft. Trey Pound & BR)
20. Teename Skit
21. Growing Pains
22. Because I'm Real (ft. Tangg Da Juice)
23. Welcome To Boston! (ft. Juste)
24. Outro
25. Bonus Track **Black Child**

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news 1163610389 - January 1, 1970 By : Colton City rhyme slinger 40 Glocc is putting the finishing touches on his upcoming Infamous/G-Unit mixtape "Outspoken Vol. 3", which is being hosted by DJ Whoo Kid. We've got a new preview track from the mixtape available, called "Payback", produced by none other than Alchemist. 40 was on one when he did this one, make sure to check it out a snippet of the song below:

40 Glocc - Payback (Prod. by Alchemist)

Incase you missed 40 Glocc, 50 Cent & Prodigy's remake of "Serial Killa" from the latest G-Unit Radio mixtape, download it below. The track will also be featured on "Outspoken Vol. 3":

40 Glocc - Serial Killa (ft. 50 Cent & Prodigy)

40 Glocc got 50 Cent yellin' out I.E. (Inland Empire) so ya'll know what it is! 40 Glocc & Mobb Deep just left Asia and are going to come back on tour in December, when they're going to hit various European cities.

As always, check out 40 Glocc's MySpace page: here.



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news 1163749727 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Skee is marking his 3rd anniversary on-air by announcing the launch of DJ Skee "Live From L.A." The new show is refreshing what was before the Westside Hype Radio, DJ Skee extends his current deal with the leader in Satellite Radio Hip-Hop programming through 2007.

Airing every Saturday night at 9pm Pacific Time (12am Eastern) and rebroadcast Monday Night at Midnight (3am Eastern), DJ Skee "Live From L.A" features the latest and greatest in West Coast hip-hop, as well as DJ Skee world premieres, exclusives, and features that millions of listeners have become familiar with every week.

DJ Skee "Live From L.A" will launch this Saturday (November 18th) with a very special anniversary show featuring an assemble of hip hop superstars stopping through including The Game, The Clipse, Paul Wall, Omar Cruz, Milano, G Malone, Jay Rock, Bishop Lamont, Fat Joe and a slew of others. DJ Skee has also secured syndicated deals overseas in Australia & Europe to broadcast the show outside of the standard North America broadcasting area. Podcasts can be downloaded every week at DJ Skee’s official website at no charge.

Last week, right here on dubcnn DJ Skee announced the launch of the Triple Threat / Mixtape Monopoly alongside DJ Drama & DJ Whoo Kid with the release of Snoop Dogg’s "Blue Carpet Treatment mixtape." Stay tuned for exclusive dubcnn interviews with the Monopoly! For more information visit Skee's
MySpace and lookout for a DJSkee.com re-launch on January 1st, 2007.

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news 1164139271 - January 1, 1970 By : We had to double up on ya'll, and drop two interviews at the same time. We hooked up with two of the hottest DJ's in the rap game, DJ Skee, representing L.A., and DJ Whoo Kid, representing New York. We hooked up with them to discuss the recently formed Mixtape Monopoly, consisting of Skee, Whoo Kid, as well as DJ Drama.

The first project of the trio is the recently released "Blue Carpet Treatment Mixtape" with Snoop Dogg, and of course we speak about the mixtape through both the interviews, as well as future projects from the Mixtape Monopoly.

DJ Skee told us about upcoming projects he's working on, his radio show, his relationship with DJ Crazy Toones, his opinion on "The Doctor's Advocate" and a lot more. To read or listen to our exclusive interview with DJ Skee, click below:

DJ Skee Interview (November '06)

DJ Whoo Kid was on the road while we did the interview, which is almost a full time occupation for him now. Having toured the world, he tells us about his experiences, in places such as Dubai, India and Germany, and he reacts to the question whether he feels like he's partly responsible for the commercialization of DJ'ing. He also talks about the Lloyd Banks sales, upcoming G-Unit projects, as well as his opinion on "The Doctor's Advocate". Check it out below:

DJ Whoo Kid Interview (November '06)

For more info, check out djskee.com and shadyville.biz. Pow!

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news 1164236272 - January 1, 1970 By : We recently broke the news that DJ Whoo Kid, DJ Skee and DJ Drama have connected to bring you the "Blue Carpet Treatment Mixtape" to promote Snoop Dogg's new album "The Blue Carpet Treatment".

The release has been recieving acclaim and fans are clamouring to get a copy. As a a special treat for dubcnn, Snoop Dogg has TEN SIGNED COPIES of the "Blue Carpet Treatment Mixtape" for an exclusive contest giveaway. Just follow the link below and enter the contest. Entries are due by December 1, 2006.


DUBCNN CONTESTS Presents - "The Blue Carpet Treatment Mixtape" autographed by Snoop Dogg

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news 1166210008 - January 1, 1970 By : Last month we broke the news that DJ Whoo Kid, DJ Skee and DJ Drama had connected to bring you the "Blue Carpet Treatment Mixtape" prior to the album release. We also had the privilege of releasing a sampler of the mixtape featuring the intro of the mixtape as well as the snippet of a song featuring Nate Dogg and Young Jeezy.

We secured TEN SIGNED COPIES of the "Blue Carpet Treatment Mixtape" for an exclusive contest giveaway. The contest recently closed and below are the ten entries that were selected to be winners of the contest:

1. Krister Espalani (Stockholm, Sweden)
2. Mark Plant (Ontario, Canada)
3. Dan Isaacson (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)
4. Ryan De Santiago (Gonzales, California)
5. Charles-josé massé (Quebec, Canada)
6. Chris Golemb (Dover, New Hampshire)
7. Eddie Flores (San Antonio, Texas)
8. Katherine Kerr (Vancouver, British Columbia)
9. Anthony Elmer (Roseville, California)
10. Adam Moss (Lancashire, United Kingdom)

Winner confirmation e-mails will be sent to everyone, and please be on the look out for your package soon.


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news 1166626415 - January 1, 1970 By : Just in time for the holidays the biggest and most anticipated videos in Canada is here for Belly's Top 20 debut "Pressure" featuring Ginuwine. The video was filmed over December 4th and 5th in Toronto. RT (Xzibit's "Concentrate") and Little X shared directing duties.

Cameo appearances in the video include Hulk Hogan, Brooke Hogan, Mad Linx (BET), DJ Drama and more. It was all love on the set, as Belly was also asked to record in studio with Brooke Hogan for her new single "Heaven Baby" which is a follow up to her current Hot 100 single "About Us" with Paul Wall.

Hulk Hogan even attended the studio session and joked about taking him to Wrestlemania, calling it, "Bellymania".

Belly is keeping busy with promotion for his new album, he is currently appearing on Amped Mobile commercials on MTV, and is getting ready to take his album coast to coast with release parties in New York, Detroit, Chicago, and LA. The US can expect to hear Belly on their radios starting February 5th, nationwide. In addition to all of that, Belly will be on tour this January with Snoop Dogg and Ice Cube across Canada.

While the "Pressure" video is being edited, we have some pictures of the video shoot. Keep it locked to Dubcnn for the premiere of the video!

Click Here to see the pictures.

In case you missed it, here's the song again:

Belly feat. Ginuwine - "Pressure"

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news 1168258835 - January 1, 1970 By : Recent years has seen the emergence of further talent from Watts, CA with new artists including Glasses Malone, Bad Lucc, JAG, Halla, The Snowman Clique and many more. Today we intend to shed a little light on an artist called Wolfcat.

Wolfcat moved into the Jordon Downs, home of the infamous Grape St. Crips, in the early 90s. His surroundings heavily influenced his upbringing and by 14 he had started to vent his thoughts via rap.


His early years rhyming were alongside his homeboy who moved from Texas called Tha Chosen 1 however it wasn't until his actions lead him to spending some time in local jails that he took time to perfect his craft and really consider making money in music. Once he saw release he moved quickly to establish a local record label Watts Wit It Records to create himself and others a platform to make music and persue a new avenue.

The acclaimed "Prince Of Watts" has since been busy releasing material to the streets via mixtapes and CD/DVD packages as well as selling them on the
official site of Watts Wit It Records. We have some material available for download below including one track from Wolfcat's latest CD/DVD release entitled; "Blac Hoody" that features T-Dogg from the Snowman Clique.

Wolfcat - Blac Hoody (Feat. T-Dogg)

The second track is from another Watts Wit It Records project this time by the collective known as Da Watts Boyz (Daylyt, Aktive, $umu & Da Kid). The track is called; "Like A Project Party"

Da Watts Boyz - Like A Project Party

The final track is by 6 Reasons from the Snowman Clique entitled "Hood Nigga's" that is set to be included on an upcoming release from the Watts Wit It camp.

6 Reasons - Hood Nigga's

We will keep you up to date on Wolfcat and the Watts Wit It Records camp, for more information you can visit Wolfcat's MySpace page.

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news 1168466757 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back with a new joint from 40 Glocc. The Infamous/G-Unit signee has been working hard in the studiol, he recently wrapped up his mixtape "Outspoken Vol. 3", with DJ Whoo Kid, and is working on a mixtape for the West Coast afer that one.

To ease the wait, he gave us a song for ya'll to download, called "Block Money". The song was produced by 40 Glocc himself, and is not set to appear on any of the mixtapes, so get it while it's here!

40 Glocc -
Block Money (Prod. by 40 Glocc)

Be on the lookout for "Outspoken Vol. 3", 40's first official mixtape on G-Unit, coming soon!

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news 1168795280 - January 1, 1970 By : Bay Area natives PISEAS and The L.E.F.T., known as the Bash Bros., launched their global campaign with the release of the ground breaking album entitled "Everyday". As an album "Everyday" represented much more than just a musical experience, but served as a soundtrack for those who define themselves through the everyday grind. "Everyday" went on to move more than 5000 units & spawned two regional hits "America" & "Summer Rain". Wasting no time at all the Bash Bros went right back to work releasing the certified street banger 12" "The Session" featuring Planet Asia along with an avalanche of mixtape material that is currently tearing shit up on both domestic & international airwaves.

Fresh off their 2006 college radio tour & a star-studded appearance on The Third Rail (breakthruradio.com) which hosts more than 2 million listeners weekly, Bash Bros continues to feed their propelling street buzz by dropping the underground favorite Bastard Kids Vol. 1 in preparation of their forth-coming double disk release "Dirty Work/A Good Day To Die" due out early 2007. With no signs of slowing down, Bash Bros ensure that if don't respect nothing else you will respect the hustle!

Dubcnn has their new single available for download, which is "The Session" with Planet Asia. Also check out their MySpace page to hear more from the Bash Bros.

Bash Bros. - The Session Feat. Planet Asia

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news 1168999044 - January 1, 1970 By : For the past 2½ years, The Pit Productions, LLC has become one of most viable Battle Grounds for some of the nations hottest and most successful under the radar talent. The Pit Productions, LLC showcases a variety of talents consisting of Emcees, DJ’s, Music Producers, Singers and Dancers. Here, the artist battle head to head in hopes of building their street credibility, as well as catapulting their careers to the next level. The Pit Productions, LLC is a gateway for Artist to showcase their talents in front of Label Reps, A&R’s and many other special guest celebrities and DJ’s.

The Pit Productions, LLC would be delighted to have you in attendance at the largest and most intense Hip Hop Battle event ever on the West Coast. Therefore, you are invited to witness what Celebrity Black Ty calls “The re-birth of Hip Hop,” on the night of Saturday January 20, 2007 start time at 8pm. Doors open at 7pm, $10 before 8pm $15 after.

Come Join us, as Celebrity guest Black Ty a.k.a. Tyrese along with the most anticipated unsigned hype Hip Hop artist from the west coast “Stix” host the first Pit Battle of 2007. Special guest DJ and owner of the Rehab Projects “DJ HAPA” (host and star DJ of KTLA morning show) will be the special guest celebrity DJ. The main event includes The Pit Productions, very own rap legend Duke Gutta battle Dogg Pound Gangsta recording artist “Roscoe.” The winner will receive cash a prize from the pot that JRecords recording artist “Black Ty set of $1000!” In addition, Live on stage will be J records recording Cassidy spiting his first public freestyle since his car accident. Industry mogul executive Ted Fields recording artist “Curtains” will be going up against one of the west coast pits elite artist Halla. The Frontline Boyz (production team signed to Head Quarter Entertainment, Tyrese’s company) will be going head to head with new phenom west coast production team “1500 or Nothin” (who has produced songs like “show me what you got” Jay-Z/ “Change the Game” The Game, and other Snoop Dogg classics) in a hard core beat battle for a prize pot of $1500 sponsored by Black Ty. Last by definitely not least, So So Def recording artist “The Kid Slim” will fly out from Atlanta to battle the undefeated west coast Pit prince with a record of 10-0, JJ. Confirmed celebrity judges include Coast Rap Legend “Kurupt,” along with Interscope Records A&R Shawn “Tubby” Alexander, Capitol Records A&R Kevin Faist, Bone Thugs and Harmony manager Steve Lobel and Aftermath A&R Angelo Stevens. This event will take place at the infamous REHAB Projects. The address 2324 Cotner Ave, LA, CA 90023! This event will be captured on film for the use of “The Pit” DVD & television show executive produced by Tyrese Gibson, Nicholas Gouche, and Brandon Salaam a.k.a. STIX.

Can’t wait to see you there on Jan 20th 2007 at 7pm at Rehab Projects – 2324 Cotner Ave LA, CA 90023. $10 before 8pm, $15 after. It will be a night to remember!!!

[Flyer]The Pit west coast battles hosted by Stix with special guest title sponsor Black Ty aka Tyrese

Any questions or regards contact…
Stix777@gmail.com or nickeegeeinfo@gmail.com
MySpace.com/Westcoastspit
Headquarterentertainment.com
RehabLA.com


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news 1169985143 - January 1, 1970 By : Hailing from Vallejo Cousin Fik (pronounced Feek) is a young artist that refuses to be ignored and will show his worth in 2007.

With his voice being taken nationwide on last year's hit mixtape project "Bay Bidness 3" by DJ Whoo Kid and DJ E-Rock, Cousin Fik is seeing doors open and is aiming to make 2007 his year and establish his name in the game.

An affiliate of E-40 and Sick Wid It, Fik's focus is to establish his career through his Fort Knocks Music label before pursuing other major options.

His debut project, "Like A Ref Wit a Whistle" will hit the streets soon and is also hosted by DJ E-Rock. The mixtape features appearances from Mistah FAB, PSD, Haji Springer and more, Fik shows what he can do on original production and familiar beats as well.

The cover to "Like A Ref Wit a Whistle" can be seen above (click for full size and the back cover can be seen here. We have the tracklist below as well as exclusive audio from the project including the banging track with Mistah FAB entitled "Keep Sh-t Lit" alongside two solo cuts; "Turfin N Trappin" and "Headbobbin'".

01) Intro
02) Like A Ref Wit' A Whistle (Feat. Young Global)
03) On One
04) Keep Shit Lit (Feat. Mistah FAB)
05) You Dont Want It
06) Let Me Get Em
07) So High Off Da Yurp
08) Im Jus Movin Thru
09) Whus My Name
10) E'ry Since I Can Remember
11) Barbershop (Skit)
12) Headbobbin'
13) Ridin Thru Vallejo
14) Get Touched (Feat. PSD Tha Drivah)
15) Hills N Fields (Feat. Doonie Baby of Feds)
16) Online
17) I Aint Trippin
18) Sit Back N Relax (Intro)
19) Sit back N Relax (Feat. Maddy Bo)
20) In A Off White Delt
21) Im Bay
22) Turfin N Trappin
23) Outro
24) Sit Back N Relax Encore (DJ E Rock's Request)
25) On My Bay Shit
26) We Hyphy (Feat. Haji Springer)
27) Tribe Called Cousin

We will keep you updated on Cousin Fik this year as he strives to complete his goal from 2007, support the mixtape when you see it in stores and ensure you stop by his official MySpace page to drop your thoughts and get the latest news and audio.

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news 1170178800 - January 1, 1970 By : Perhaps the most listened to producer of 2006, Timbaland, is ready to claim 2007 as early as March. Already acknowledged as one of music’s most inventive and distinctive creators Timbaland plans to take that to a whole new level on his second solo album.

The new release "Shock Value" will be released on his Mosley Music Group label via Interscope on March 27. The first single, "Give It To Me," featuring Justin Timberlake and Nelly Furtado, is already making waves not only due to its musical brilliance but also cause of the apparent subject matter.

The single seems to feature all three of them going at respective foes - who...we'll allow you to decide - you can listen to the single below.

Timbaland - Give It To Me (Feat. Justin Timberlake & Nelly Furtado)

When asked about the album Timbaland explains "My mission is to blow up the boundaries and tear down the limits, I’m taking my music outside of the box. I’m not getting away from what I’m known for; I’m just going to a place where it’s all about the music, not about the labels on the music. That’s why I call it Shock Value - from the artists to the production, it will shock the system."

"Shock Value" is said to be sequenced like a movie according to Timbaland with a non-stop flow that tells a story. Off-the-wall beats, raps, hooks and his signature sound grace the soundscape with the album said to successfully fuse genres from rap and hip-hop to pop, punk pop and garage rock to South Asian influences. The album’s guest artists include Jay-Z and Snoop Dogg to Justin Timberlake and Nelly Furtado; from The Hives, She Wants Revenge and Fall Out Boy to Elton John (on piano) and newer artists such as Sri Lankan hip-hopper M.I.A. and Keri Hilson - who is signed, as is Nelly Furtado, to Timbaland’s Mosley Music Group.

You can also catch Timbaland on Justin Timberlake's 38-date North American leg of the FutureSex/LoveShow World Tour, which kicked off in San Diego, CA on January 8th and runs through March; check your local area for details.

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news 1170256732 - January 1, 1970 By : Today we have three brand new reviews of three recently released albums, courtesy of our newly appointed Music Editor Conan Milne. Conan took some time to look over the latest solo effort from Snoop Dogg in "The Blue Carpet Treatment" - a review that spawned the Dub Quotable: "With Tha Blue Carpet Treatment, Snoop Dogg seems eager to give each fan a song that caters to their individual perception of him." You can view how many "Dubs" were awarded for this album via the Review link below.

Snoop Dogg - The Blue Carpet Treatment (Review)

The second review takes us to Virginia for a look at The Clipse's sophopmore effort "Hell Hath No Fury" which was released in late November. In this piece Conan provides the Dub Quotable: "Their sophomore, Hell Hath No Fury, provides a more revealing expose, although like true hustlers Malice and Pusha seem to be keeping certain gristly truths close to their chest," as well as giving the album a worth Dub rating in the Review link below.

The Clipse - Hell Hath No Fury (Review)

The final of this weeks reviews digests the mid December offering of Def Jam's own Young Jeezy. "The Inspiration" is the title of the new release and the Atlanta native appears to showcase his own aptly if the Dub Quotable is anything to go by: "Young Jeezy has a talent that even the notoriously exclusive alternative crowd would be hard pressed to deny. Expect his allowance into their ranks any day now."

Young Jeezy - The Inspiration (Review)

We are currently buliding a team of skilled writers and journalists under the experienced and insightful eye of Conan Milne at dubcnn; if you feel you have what it takes we want you to Contact Conan with your details and any relevent experience - you could soon be a published writer on dubcnn.

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news 1171012898 - January 1, 1970 By : 2007 marks the targeted chart return of the British artist Mark Morrison. One of the most successful UK R&B acts of the 1990's returns in with his new single "Dance 4 Me" featuring Tanya Stephens.

Mark Morrison is best remembered for his 1996 Worldwide Top 10 hit single, "Return Of The Mack" which saw him quickly gain international success, including a double platinum plaque in the U.S. With his success came noteriety as he was plagued by run-ins with the law that prevented him from consolidating his position in the industry.

Last year he emerged from relative obscurity with an album, "Innocent Man," that due to label problems and mis-marketing slipped unnoticed by many. Now in 2007 Mark Morrison has released "Dance 4 Me" to solidify a chart position and draw eyes back to his latest album. The new single, released this week on iTunes, Napster and all digital outlets, is taken from the aforementioned album "Innocent Man" which includes collaborations with DMX, Daz Dillinger, Tray Deee, Alexander O'Neal, Elephant Man and Adina Howard.

There are two versions of the single available for download, the second CD contains the T-Pain Remix of "Dance 4 Me", for those that don't know, T-Pain is Akon's protege, signed to Jive Records. The track is produced by California based production team The Costars.

Mark Morrison -
Dance 4 Me (CD1)
Mark Morrison - Dance 4 Me (CD2)

For more information on the single and album or to watch the video, visit Mark Morrison's official MySpace page.

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news 1171029536 - January 1, 1970 By : On January 28th 2007, The Source Magazine held an exclusive party in conjunction with Echoing Soundz to celebrate the release of the latest Power 30 Issue.

The location was the Day After Club in Hollywood and the guest list was extensive. We have exclusive photos from the night courtesy of Hazel Eyez which include shots from the Red Carpet and inside the event.

Click the Dubcnn Gallery link below for photos of Bosko, Xzibit, Tyrese (aka Black-Ty), Bria Myles, DJ Juice, Sleepy Brown, Karl Kani, Ryan Ford, Warren G, LT Hutton and countless more.

Dubcnn Presents:
The Source "Power 30 Issue" Party (Gallery)

Lookout for a host of your favourite artists being covered this year in our exclusive Event Galleries, if you have an event you want dubcnn to attend hit up our Event Team and tell us all the facts!

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news 1171106075 - January 1, 1970 By : Today we a new review of the recently released album from Tyrese. The review focuses on his latest solo album which takes the form of a 2CD package encompassing his R&B side as Tyrese and his new, rugged Hip-Hop handle, Black Ty.

This latest review is penned by another of our new additions to the Dubcnn Album Review team; Eddie Gurrola - we'd like to take this opportunity to publicly welcome him on board as he begins to work under our Music Editor Conan Milne.

"Alter Ego" sees Eddie disect the double disc set and forging the Dub Quotable: "With a solid but sometimes lagging R&B disc, and a promising first attempt from Black Ty, “Alter Ego” delivers if you’re an open-minded fan of R&B and hip-hop." You can view how many "Dubs" were awarded for this album via the Review link below.

Tyrese (AKA Black Ty) - Alter Ego (Review)

For more recent reviews, inlcuding Snoop Dogg, Young Jeezy and The Clipse, take some time to check out and then bookmark our Review Section.

As we explained in an earlier update we are continuing the hunt for skilled writers and journalists to work with the experienced Conan Milne at dubcnn writing reviews, features and articles; if you feel you have what it takes we want you to Contact Conan with your details and any relevent experience - you could soon be a published writer on dubcnn.

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news 1171454386 - January 1, 1970 By : Adisa Banjoko, creator of the Lyrical Swords book series is proud to announce the world’s first Hip-Hop & Chess exhibition and tournament event. February 23rd 2007 at the MLK Jr. Library, located at 150 E. San Fernando Street in San Jose , CA from 4-8 PM., join Adisa and many others at the FREE Hip Hop, Chess & Life Strategy Charity Exhibition and Tournament. This free event was inspired by Adisa Banjoko desire to help empower today’s youth through education and entertainment.

Rappers, award winning martial arts champions and many others will be participating and volunteering their time for Bay Area youth. Scheduled to appear; DJ QBert, Yogafrog, Award winning director Kevin Epps “Straight Outta Hunters Point”, The Jacka, Jay the Butcher, DJ Kevvy Kev, Balance, T-K.A.S.H., Ise Lyfe, Scape Martinez, Izz Thizz, Starski, Davey D, Casual, Saafir, journalist J.R., French Hip-Hop producer DJ Kool Side, battle MC Okwerdz, Hip Hop Congress President Shamako Noble and some surprise guests. DJ Backside will be on hand to spin beats for the event. Some of the of martial artists attending include Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt Sergio Silva of Open Door Jiu Jitsu, 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Brown Belt Denny Prokopos, Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu Black Belt Gumby from www.onthemat.com and many others.

There are so many rappers who play chess, its mind blowing,” says Banjoko. “On February 23rd we’ll be showcasing to the world a more authentic intellectual side of who these men are, and what they can do. The children of today need to know how many options for success exist to help them to grow despite poverty, violence, broken families, and other factors surrounding them. We are going to show these kids that every obstacle can be overcome with the correct life strategy! Uplifting young minds is the sole reason for this event. We hope to have youth from every high school in the Bay Area participating.” Banjoko plans to host tournaments similar to these in other parts of the nation throughout the year.

Hip Hop Chess & Life Strategy exhibition and tournament will commence with teaching chess to the new players while experienced players can play a relaxed game with various rappers and martial artists. There will be tournaments between rappers and martial artist, as well as a tournament for the kids. Prizes will be awarded to participants in the youth tournament. Be prepared to see some surprise guest and observe what is sure to be some unforgettable grudge matches.

Hip-Hop historian Davey D stated, “My ultimate goal is to topple the entire Hiero squad.” Davey D wants to actualize his dream of “putting the whole damn Hiero Imperium family in checkmate and rule the world.

Casual, from the legendary Hieroglyphics Crew is helping to coordinate the event. He also plans to participate. “I play chess often. I refer to my chess games in debate, at work, in dealing with record labels, the law and in negotiations. If you don’t play chess, you don’t stand a chance against me.

Join Adisa Banjoko, DJ Qbert, Balance, The Jacka, Director Kevin Epps and more at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library @ 150 E. San Fernando Street San Jose, CA on February 23, 2007 from 4-8 PM.

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news 1172279685 - January 1, 1970 By : New York, NY- Boost Mobile RockCorps (BMRC), the national youth volunteerism movement that has motivated more than 16,000 young people to get involved and help their communities, today announced that recording artists Korn, The Game, +44, Rise Against and Young Jeezy are to perform at this year's first-ever BMRC concert event at LA's Kodak Theatre on March 30. The concert will reward 3,000 hard-working local youth who have volunteered four hours of community service through BMRC to earn tickets to this ultra-exclusive 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 this summer's most popular concerts for which the only way in is to earn tickets by contributing four hours of volunteer service.

A recent comparison of BMRC and non-BMRC participants illustrates the impact of the program on today's young people. Findings suggest close to 80% of BMRC volunteers are likely to volunteer again in the future - without a concert ticket/reward. Additionally, 73% of participants who attended the BMRC concert conveyed it gave them a sense of how powerful volunteer work can be. Music has the power to bring people together, and Boost Mobile RockCorps is channeling this power as a catalyst for making volunteering cool and relevant to today's youth.

BMRC 2007 kicked off in Los Angeles in early February with a diverse roster of volunteer projects and partnerships involving local LA youth that will culminate with the unprecedented concert event at the Kodak Theater. Major reward concert events are also scheduled to take place at Atlanta's Fox Theatre and New York City's legendary Radio City Music Hall later this year, with additional tour stops to be announced next month.

Last year's BMRC program made stops in Atlanta, Houston, Chicago, Minneapolis/St. Paul, Detroit, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C. By the end of the 2006 tour, BMRC volunteers had contributed approximately 40,000 hours of community service and transformed close to 125 project sites in eight cities across the country.

Youth interested in becoming part of the Boost Mobile RockCorps movement can call BMRC at 1-888-ROCK-889, or log onto www.boostmobilerockcorps.com for more information and to register for membership. BMRC members will be notified of volunteer opportunities in their area.


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news 1172511615 - January 1, 1970 By : Today we have two new review's of one recently released mixtape from Bay Area sensation Ya Boy and an album from R&B star Omarion

The first review is of the long awaited and much talked about Ya Boy mixtape with DJ Skee entitled, "Chapter 1: The Rise." The new material was released at the end of last month and as such Dubcnn took time to compile a review. Our writer, Big Mil, sums up the release with the Dub Quotable: "Known for his wicked punch-lines and gritty flow, Ya Boy is a unique rapper that appeals to both the underground and mainstream audiences. By the end of this tape, then, he will more than likely appeal to you."

Ya Boy & DJ Skee - Chapter 1: The Rise (Review)

The second review is from another of our new writers, Eddie Gurrola, who only last week presented the Tyrese (AKA Black Ty) - Alter Ego review. This time he takes a look at "21", the sophomore album from Omarion, and provides us with the Dub Quotable: "Omarion has some way to go before he becomes the next Usher or R. Kelly, but with this album he earns his spot alongside the remaining top-tier R&B performers of today."

Omarion - 21 (Review)

For more recent reviews, including Snoop Dogg, Young Jeezy Tyrese and The Clipse, take some time to check out and then bookmark our Review Section.

As we explained in an earlier update we are continuing the hunt for skilled writers and journalists to work with the experienced Conan Milne at dubcnn writing reviews, features and articles; if you feel you have what it takes we want you to Contact Conan with your details and any relevent experience - you could soon be a published writer on dubcnn.

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news 1172572143 - January 1, 1970 By : The abundance of rock, R&B and Hip-Hop influence that flourishes in Philadelphia's underground music scene has paved the way for dozens of artists to achieve worldwide success. Philly native Kurupt may have made a name for himself in the California scene, but he has always envisioned ways to bring his East and West Coast influences together.

In this instance Kurupt has aligned with Philadelphia group Tangled Thoughts to present their new album, "Kurupt Presents: Tangled Thoughts Philly 2 Cali," due for a May 22 release on Good Hands Records.

It was the Spring of 2005 when Tangled Thoughts members Tek, De and Cas first hooked up with legendary Dogg Pound Gangsta member Kurupt. After collaborating on a number of projects together, Kurupt was extremely impressed with the trio, and convinced them to take their act to Los Angeles. In the Fall of 2005 they did just that, hoping to follow the same "Philly 2 Cali" route to success Kurupt enjoyed in his storied career. "Kurupt is from the generation that we look up to, and we grew up listening to his classic albums. He's bringing the young boys up and showing us the ropes," explains De.

DJ Truth, Good Hands Records CEO, echoes the sentiment; "Being able to work with Kurupt on breaking a group as talented as Tangled Thoughts has really been an exciting experience. Kurupt has contributed so much to Hip Hop already - it really says a lot about the group that he wanted to help make this happen. At the end of the day though, the music speaks for itself. It is not an accident that so many respected Philly and Cali artists wanted to be involved."

"Philly 2 Cali" boasts an all star line-up of guests, which includes Freeway, Roscoe, Sen Dog of Cypress Hill, Mellow Man Ace, Gillie Da Kid, Ab Liva, Gail Gotti, Natasha Ramos and more. In addition to his creative input on the album, Kurupt lends his surefire delivery on six tracks. "This album is bringing the feel and vibe of the West Coast and mixing it with the swagger and lyricism of the East Coast. I wanted to break up the monotony and pigeon-holing, and make an album that you can put on anywhere, and can play it all the way through and everyone will feel it," explains producer/emcee Tek.

Below we have the tracklist for the new album as well as two new tracks off the release that the group have released from the project. One is the Freeway and Rok Bottom collaboration record "Til The Sun Come Up" while the second, "Jumpoff," sees Kurupt & Roscoe spitting heat.

01) Intro
02) Philly 2 Cali
03) All I Ever Knew (Feat. Kurupt & AK)
04)
Jumpoff (Feat. Kurupt & Roscoe)
05) Chedda Chasin' (Feat. Ab Liva)
06) Take U Home (Feat. Natasha Ramos)
07) Puttin' Work In (On My Grizzle) (Feat. The Reyes Bros) (Sen Dog of Cypress Hill & Mellow Man Ace)
08) That Hood Shit (Feat. Kurupt & AK)
09) Keep On Pushin' (Feat. Roscoe & AK)
10) Crenshaw Blvd (Skit)
11) Anutha Night In L.A. (Feat. Kurupt)
12) Like a 6'4 (Feat. Roscoe)
13) Real One (Feat. Kurupt, Gail Gotti & Baby Down)
14) Every Hood's the Same
15) Til The Sun Come Up (Feat. Freeway & Rok Bottom)
16) Big Boss'n
17) Product of My Enivronment (Feat. Gillie Da Kid)
18) These Jawns
19) Been Thru Sum Thangs (Feat. AK)

Enjoy the new music and stay tuned as we bring you the latest news and media from this trio as they look to release "Philly To Cali" in May. For more news and information make sure you take some time to visit Tygereye Entertainment.

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news 1172655273 - January 1, 1970 By : Little did we know in June 2005, when we were the first outlet to introduce Blunts LLA to the masses, what would be in store for him just two years down the line.

In late 2005 we announced the moniker switch from Blunts LLA to the now familiar Omar Cruz alongside an exclusive dubcnn mixtape download for the acclaimed "Blow: The Final Chapter." We couldn't have put it better when we said; "You know where you heard it first Blunts LLA aka Omar Cruz is going to blow in 06."

With the success of the mixtape Omar Cruz moved into 2006 looking to solidify his position as a contender in the music industry. With that in mind he crafted the DJ Skee collaboration mixtape "The Cruzifixion" to an overwhelming response from fans, new listeners, magazines and most importantly - labels. Within months Omar Cruz had inked a 50/50 deal with BYI/Interscope/Geffen to release his debut album.

That gets us up to the current timeline and the reason for todays update. Omar Cruz has recently completed his long awaited debut album precursor mixtape "2007 B.C. (Before Cruz), hosted by DJ Skee and DJ Big Mike - with the sole purpose to fan the flames of anticpation for his forthcoming debut record "Sign of the Cruz." "2007 [B.C.] includes some of the classic joints that the streets been asking for, as well as a bunch of exclusive songs. It's going to be an understandable segue into my first album. Everything before now was the era before me; it's time I stake my place in the game," explains Cruz.

Cruz is passionate for the game, not merely consumed with his own shine: "People are forgetting the whole purpose of this rap thing. For me, it's about making a name for not only myself, but also Latinos. The 2007 title and cover art reference holy war-- all the beefing and bickering that's going on right now. I'm trying to break stereotypes and put good music out there. One of the reasons album sales are down is that people are making records with only a few singles, and the rest is garbage. And fans are supporting the garbage!"

Dead set against this trend, "2007 B.C." sets off right with lead single "Vatos Locos," other burners include "Armed Robbers" alongside Big Pun, West Coast anthem "Just When" with co-conspirators The Game and 2Pac and the unforgiving "Gun Talk." As much substance as style however, Cruz offers more than a couple of high-profile guest appearances; "B.Y.I. Entertainment's Music Producer 'Rome' and I are actually introducing a new sound in the game, which I'm excited about. It's a vintage Latino soul sound: heavy organs, heavy horns. This is soul street music unlike any other. The tape goes hard for over 20 songs, and with DJ Skee and DJ Big Mike as the hosts, we feel like we have the best from the West and the East."

Among those 20-plus songs is a freestyle by a Los Angelese emcee who won a contest via Omar Cruz's myspace page searching for the hottest 16 spit by a Latin rapper. Despite eventually choosing an LA cat to appear, Cruz was impressed by the scope of the submissions; "The love was from all over: from Canada to New Orleans to Mississippi to Chicago. MySpace is a great way to get feedback and find out what's hot. Also, you can create buzz without needing the machine behind you."

Omar Cruz is part throwback, part firebrand. He laments that making an album is a "lost art in the game," and that each should "should stand alone as a moment in time, as a piece of art." He also promises that despite the effort invested into each of his mixtapes his debut album expected later this year will take things to another level entirely - rest assured that Cruz will come out swinging when his debut hits shelves this summer.

We have the aforementioned lead single from the mixtape "Vatos Locos" for download below, the track can also be heard on Power 106 right now so make sure you request it and support the new release.

Omar Cruz - Vatos Locos

In related news look out for Omar Cruz on the Cuervoton tour this summer. Until then you can check out more news and audio over at Cruz' official MySpace page. We will, as ever, be keeping you fully updated on Omar Cruz and his impending debut "Sign Of The Cruz."

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news 1172694379 - January 1, 1970 By : America's most complete artist, DJ Quik, has recently changed his name to just Quik. Along with the name change, Quik has joined forces again with rapper and longtime friend AMG to launch their first single "Can You Werk Wit Dat" as a group, The Fixxers. The song will be featured on their upcoming debut album entitled "The Midnight Life". It is scheduled for release this summer.

What began as a new and innovative production company has manifested itself into a history making collabo by two Hip Hop veterans. Quik and AMG first began collaborating as kids in the early 90's. Their hit single "Bitch Better Have My Money" has been heralded by some as a West Coast classic. Now, with over 15 albums and 34 years of experience between them, Quik and AMG got back together again to breathe variety into an industry that is currently choking on redundancy. Some things are best left to the professionals!

You can catch The Fixxers performing this Friday, March 2nd at the House of Blues in Anaheim, and March 3rd & March 4th at the House Of Blues in Hollywood. Audience members will be treated to the songs that made them famous as well as other songs featured on The Fixxers upcoming album.

If you haven't heard the new single by now, hit the link below and check out Quik and AMG switching up their style. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on The Fixxers.

Quik & AMG as The Fixxers - Can You Werk Wit Dat

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news 1172829902 - January 1, 1970 By : Emerging to the mainstream in 2004 was Chicago born, Compton raised Guerilla Black. His album "Guerilla City" received a mixed response due to many listener's problem with him sounding like the late Notorious BIG however none could dispute the then Virgin Records signee's choice of production and guests on the album.

With credits that included Red Spyda, Mario Winans, Jazze Pha, Rodney Jenkins, Rick Rock and Fred Wreck and appearances from Nate Dogg, Mario Winans, Beenie Man and Brooke Valentine the album did ensure attention however in the two and a half years since its release Guerilla Black has remained relatively silent, save last years "400 Shotz The Funeral" track that, im similar style to The Games iconic "300 Bars," took aim towards an array people he had issues with.

Since then Guerilla Black has been hard at work on his latest album, said to be titled, "God Bless The Child" and with this in mind has recently released his first track from the project "Okay" which features Hot Dollar, an artist currently riding a wave of success with his hit single "2 Step." We have the new record below where he talks about the hatred he has received and announces his reemergence - those who love name dropping and gonna dig this track.

Guerilla Black -
Okay (Feat. Hot Dollar)

Enjoy the new music and stay tuned for the latest on Guerilla Black and his upcoming album right here on dubcnn - in fact we can also reveal he recently shot a video to another track from the album that you can expect to see and hear soon.

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news 1173124282 - January 1, 1970 By : If you're a fan of the Inland Empire Hip Hop scene, then you will be familiar with Stico & Da Bandit. The Rogue Souljahs are definitely no strangers to Dubcnn, not too long ago we reported about their upcoming mixtape "Real Spit Vol. 2 - In The Trenches" which is due out soon. The mixtape will be the prequal to the follow up mixtape that they're doing with Cali Untouchable DJ Strong which serves to get the buzz going for their long awaited album. Today we're here to give you another preview from "Real Spit Vol. 2".

The mixtape will feature their latest single "It's On Again" featuring Knowa Lazarus and Camille Velasco from American Idol. They recently got blessed with a 3rd I.E. Music Award for Best Urban Song for this song. Check out the track below along with another new joint from the mixtape called "Yeah". We also want to introduce you to Stico's little brother Young Mezz and Misfit Tha Kidd from Long Beach. The track we got features Stico and it will also be featured on the mixtape.

As mentioned earlier, Stico & Da Bandit are also in the process of finishing their untitled album. It has features from Kurupt, Sly Boogy, Diamonique, Nire, Noelle, and more. Production comes from J Wells, Richie Rich, Fingazz, Dr. Stank, Crackajack, amongst others. The scheduled first single is the song "Only U" which we brought you last year [see: Exclusive Audio From Stico and Da Bandit]. It features Nire on the hook with production by West Coast hitmaker J Wells.

For now hit the links to download the aforementioned songs:

Stico & Da Bandit - It's On Again Feat. Knowa Lazarus and Camille Velasco
Stico & Da Bandit - Yeah
Young Mezz & Misfit Tha Kidd - Can't Hear Nuthin Feat. Stico

Stay tuned for the latest on the I.E. duo and hit their MySpace page for more info.

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news 1173124548 - January 1, 1970 By : Today we have and exclusive new review from Dubcnn's own Music Editor, Conan Milne. To celebrate the release of Bishop Lamont's long awaited "N*gger Noize" mixtape that we exclusively premiered on March 2, we enlisted Conan to take the mixtape to task to see what all the hype is about.

The much talked about, and already heavily downloaded mixtape, received the Dub Quotable: "Bishop is best surmised as this: He’s a loudmouthed underground Hip-Hop lover with a deadly serious work ethic and jokes for days" as well as getting a hefty Dub Rating for a mixtape release. This is another piece of writing not to be missed.

Bishop Lamont & DJ Skee - N*gger Noize (Review)

If you still haven't got your hands on the mixtape via exclusive download right here on dubcnn then click here to head to the download page.

For more recent reviews, including Snoop Dogg, Young Jeezy, Omarion, Ya Boy, Tyrese and The Clipse, take some time to check out and then bookmark our Review Section.

As we explained in an earlier update we are continuing the hunt for skilled writers and journalists to work with the experienced Conan Milne at dubcnn writing reviews, features and articles; if you feel you have what it takes we want you to Contact Conan with your details and any relevent experience - you could soon be a published writer on dubcnn.

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news 1173153074 - January 1, 1970 By : The much talked about collaboration on the NIKE- commissioned hip hop track, "Better Than I've Ever Been" which features Kanye West, Nas & KRS-One, and produced by Rick Rubin, is available on iTunes. As well, the DJ Premier remix featuring Rakim "Classic (Better Than I've Ever Been DJ Premier Remix)" is available for purchase. The tracks will be sold individually and all NIKE and artist proceeds from the sale of the tracks will be donated to support youth sport programs in Baltimore that impact social change.

Purchase from iTunes.

Windows Music Video: "Classic (Better Than I've Ever Been DJ Premier Remix)" featuring Kanye West, Nas, KRS-One & Rakim

Real Music Video: "Classic (Better Than I've Ever Been DJ Premier Remix)" featuring Kanye West, Nas, KRS-One & Rakim


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news 1173749861 - January 1, 1970 By : Infamous/G-Unit recording artist 40 Glocc has been staying busy! He recently shot two videos, one for his street single "Where Them Hammers At", which features Sam Scarfo, and an underground video for his mixtape joint "So Hyphy". While the first one is still being edited up, we have "So Hyphy" available to check out. Viewers discrection advised, the video is pretty explicit. Watch it on YouTube below:

40 Glocc -
So Hyphy (YouTube)

We also have a new track off 4-0's upcoming mixtape with DJ Whoo Kid "Outspoken 3", hosted by 50 Cent. The song is called "Whatchu Thought" and features Mobb Deep's Prodigy. Download it below:

40 Glocc - Whatchu Thought (ft. Prodigy)

Be on the lookout for the "Where Them Hammers At" video, and "Outspoken Vol. 3" coming soon! Check out 40 Glocc on MySpace by clicking here.

Nima

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news 1173799767 - January 1, 1970 By : Mista Cane took the mixtape scene by storm by dropping 4 mixtapes with his Alliance Crew in 2003-2004. In that 2 year span the mixtapes created a strong buzz with each volume pushing a respectable 20,000 copies on average. Mista Cane, along with the Alliance, had created a solid fanbase. Since then Mista Cane has been touring with Andre Nickatina (aka Dre Dog) throughout several states including California, Washington & Arizona. From clubs to colleges getting the message out that he was here to stay. He has also contributed to 2 successful independent group efforts (2003's Pervelous P Camp, and 2005's High Risk High High Reward with Arsen).

Now fresh off the recent success of his solo mixtape "Contract Year" with Bronx based DJ Iroc of Amerikkkas Most Wanted Djs, Cane has dropped his debut solo album "In My Life" to the masses. The album features artists such as The Game (on 3 tracks), Mike Marshall, Cali Agents, and more. With production being handled by Davey D. Cohn, Sean T, and One Drop Scott.

The song topics are not what people are expecting coming out of the Bay Area presently. Instead of the typical high energy music, he chooses to elaborate on the hardships of being raised in poverty and how to overcome adversity with songs like "Slow Down", "True Confessions", and "In My Life". He explains the difficulties faced in the music industry on "Hard Work" and on "The Nightshift" he explains why kids would turn to crime with so many other avenues in life. What is most refreshing is the ability to come off intelligent in his songs without sounding like a preacher. Add all of this with the solid production provided throughout and you have an excellent debut album. Overall this album is a breathe of fresh air in a genre that has become stale and repetitive. The album is in stores nationwide now.

We had the chance to sit down with Mista Cane for a brief interview.

Read the interview
here.

Mista cane also recorded an exclusive cut for us. Download "Go" below.

Mista Cane "Go"

Check out Mista Cane on his myspace page here.

Adon

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news 1174901323 - January 1, 1970 By : D.K. No Deal is someone who has long worked behind the scenes in the Hip-Hop industry. He is the original writer of the Platinum ultra-smash hit "Gangsta's Paradise" which was performed and made famous by Coolio and L.V. as well as having close ties with The Freestyle Fellowship.

His industry ties have led him to go back to his original love of recording music as an artist himself. He is currently working on a new album which is going to feature some of the top names on the West Coast.


So far he has tracks completed with The Game, Snoop Dogg, Eastwood, Kam, Bo-Rocc and Kurupt as well as cuts with Ne-Yo, Pharell and Nelly. The album, set to be entitled "F-ck Yo Label, Sue Me" is also set to feature production from Rodney Jerkins, Battlecat, Big Deon, Touch, Josef Leimberg, The Neckbones and more.

Today however we have been handed a new track by DK that is going at New York's own Tru Life, who has been in the news over recent weeks for his beef with Dipset. When we asked about the cut "Gangbang Mentality" DK wanted to explain the back story to the issues that have arisen; "He [Tru Life] hangs with a dude named Young Dre from the east side out here. Young Dre hooked him up with us. Thinking he was straight cuz he was with Young Dre we took him everywhere, places people from L.A. cant even go! He wears KC hats trying to be Young Dre and raps like him also. My home-girl SKG interviewed him and he started talking boatloads of sh-t about N.Y. & L.A. n-ggas and bangers in general. He said that everybody that bangs is some corny ass n-ggas and that when he comes home to N.Y. he doesn't wanna see no jheri curls, dickies or low-riders - that sh-t is corny, thats them L.A. n-ggas shit, let them do that - we some fly n-ggas, they corny, we fly n-ggas. He then said Snoop [Dogg] is a fake crip that cant even go to his own hood. He then went on to diss 50 Cent - '50 is a fake ass snitch, he didn't get shot 9 times, i got shot 9 times. 50 can't come back to queens, they'll kill him'. I know n-ggas that both these n-ggas have helped. Snoop is executive producer on Tru Life's album so to say some b-tch shit like that is foul! Snoop & 50 have helped n-ggas i know personally like Game, 40 Glocc, Spider Loc, Kurupt, Gail Gotti, Kam, Bad Lucc, MC Eiht, Goldie Loc, Coniyac, Big Chan etc.

DK went on to explain; "Tru life asked my homie Big Cartoon where we were going and Cartoon said 'to the hood' and Tru Life asked him 'should he leave his chain in the room or just tuck it in' which got Cartoon angry - 'n-gga you wit me, we dont tuck our chains!' [After the interview] His manager paid SKG to remove the footage from the DVD, which she did, but then they tried to pay her to destroy it, which she would've had they not told someone she was lying and that he never said the [aforementioned] sh-t! SKG got mad and showed us [the footage] and Tru Life is a real b*tch. Anyone who saw "Beef" knows this, he thought he did something when his folks ran in the studio & stripped the engineer & the runners - they some college kids earning credits, you dont get stripes for that n-gga. Tru Life is a b-tch plain & simple, if he says hes not just tell him all he has to do is take my fade - DK No Deal - Fly City - you can print this my n-gg.

As you can determine from that quote DK is heated and wants his feelings heard, below is the new track "Gangbang Mentality" for exclusive download

DK -
Gangbang Mentality (Tru Life Diss)

Lookout for the latest news on this situation as well as his upcoming album "F-ck Yo Label, Sue Me" right here on dubcnn.

Rud

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news 1175214736 - January 1, 1970 By : As we previously reported, Ground Up Entertainment's leading artist Scan is getting ready to release his new mixtape entitled "Loud & Clear" hosted by DJ Vlad.

The mixtape features the track "No Luck At All (Cali Aint Active)", which we brought you back in January, where he makes his thoughts on a variety of issues very clear all the while ensuring his flow, lyricism and charisma on the mic shine through.

Today we got another new track for you called "Problems". The title is pretty much self-explanatory; again we have Scan rapping about a real life subject from his perspective. Download the track below and click on the thumbnail to see a bigger version of the cover.

Scan - Problems (Freestyle)

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news 1175456029 - January 1, 1970 By : G-Unit's West Coast representatives Spider Loc and 40 Glocc have connected for a brand new joint called "Official", which is for all radio stations, DJ's, mixtape DJ's and everybody else.

You can download the song by clicking below:

Spider Loc & 40 Glocc -
Official

Be on the lookout for 40 Glocc's mixtape "That New Nigga" with DJ Nik Bean, and hosted by Felli Fel, dropping in the next weeks, as well as "Outspoken Vol. 3" his first official G-Unit mixtape with DJ Whoo Kid.

You can check out 40's video for his street song "So Hyphy" by clicking here. Check out 40 Glocc on MySpace: here.

Nima

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news 1175718524 - January 1, 1970 By : Pharoahe Monch decides to take a trip to "Rehab" with Amy Winehouse on a exclusive remix... Get a dose of Monch lyrical wordplay before the much anticipated "Desire" release on June 25th.

Amy Winehouse - Rehab (Pharoahe Monch Remix) [Windows]

Amy Winehouse - Rehab (Pharoahe Monch Remix) [Real]



Tour Dates:
Apr 16 2007 / 8:00P / Queens College / Queens, New York
Apr 21 2007 / 8:00P / WKYS Performance / Washington DC, Washington DC
Apr 22 2007 / 8:00P / New Era Showcase / Washington DC, Washington DC
Apr 26 2007 / 8:00P / UCLA / Los Angeles, California
Apr 28 2007 / 8:00P / Coachella / Palms Springs, California
Apr 29 2007 / 8:00P / DNA Event /San Francisco, California
Apr 30 2007 / 8:00P / TBD / Chicago, Illinois
May 3 2007 / 8:00P / Richards On Richards / Vancouver, British Columbia
May 5 2007 / 8:00P / Chop Suey / Seattle, Washington
May 5 2007 / 8:00P /HEAVEN / OTTAWA, Ontario
May 26 2007 / 8:00P / THE NATIONAL / MONTREAL, Quebec
May 27 2007 / 8:00P /MIDDLE EAST /BOSTON, Massachusetts
Jul 28 2007 / 8:00P / RANDALL'S ISLAND with Wu-Tang, Nas, Mos Def, EPDM, Cypress Hill, Rage Against the Machine

JustinL

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news 1175948034 - January 1, 1970 By : Shante’ Broadus, founder and head of Boss Lady Entertainment, is making some very special young people happy this Easter. Today, Saturday, April 7th 2007, she will host the First Annual Boss Lady Entertainment Easter Celebration at Dorsey High School from 11a.m. to 3 p.m.

During this free, fun-filled event, participants will be treated to face painting, food, arts and crafts, video games and more. There will be an Easter egg hunt and Easter baskets will be distributed.


The Boss Lady is even making sure the children look their best for Easter with haircuts for the boys and hair styling for the girls. The school is located at 3537 Farmdale Ave. The participating youth are from the KARMA Foundation. This non-profit agency works closely with youth living in foster homes.

Broadus, a mother of three, has a soft spot in her heart for disadvantaged children. "I’ve been holding a back to school event for kids for several years and I decided I wanted to start doing something in the spring too. Easter can be a special time in a child’s life, but only if someone else plans to make it special. I want to be that someonem, some of these kids have been through so much and this is an opportunity for them to have a good time and take home some treats," explained Shante’.

The area surrounding Dorsey High School is the first neighborhood selected for the Easter Celebration, but Broadus plans to shift it to different areas each year. The neighborhoods selected will coincide with the ones where she and her husband, rapper Snoop Dogg, have teams participating in the Snoop Youth Football League. There are currently 10 teams.

Boss Lady Entertainment is the newest phenomenon in entertainment management. Headed by Shante’ Broadus, this company is designed to bring integrity back to the entertainment industry. Her client list currently includes rapper/actress The Lady of Rage and Broadus’ female clothing line.


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news 1176248432 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn just wanted to make a brief announcement that the new single "All We Smoke" from Kurupt & J. Wells' Digital Smoke album is now available on iTunes for paid download. The album has a release date set at June 5, 2007, and is being put out by Bonzi/Fontana Records.

Click here to purchase Kurupt & J. Wells - "All We Smoke" from iTunes

Please visit MySpace.com/JWellsMusic for more information and music.

JustinL

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news 1176890130 - January 1, 1970 By : The latest installment of the Bay Bidness mixtape series is here! "Bay Bidness 3.5 - Position of Power" is now available for purchase from Dubcnn. This mixtape was put together by DJ E-Rock, DJ Whoo Kid, and J Espinosa. Copies are available for only $5.99, and they ship out within 24 hours of receiving your order.

The mixtape is 21 tracks deep and features tracks from the Bay's finest, such as The Team, E-40, San Quinn, Mistah Fab, Keak Da Sneak, Big Rich, The Jacka, and many more. Check out the 4 preview songs below, and click the purchase at the bottom to get your copy now!

Also be on the lookout for "Bay Bidness 4" coming soon!

1. Bay Bidness 3.5 Intro
2. Going Back to the Bay – Young Buck
3. Turfs Up Rmx - Beeda Weeda F/ E-40,San Quinn,Dem Hoodstarz & The Team
4. Step - Clyde Carson
5. That Go - Keak Da Sneak
6. So Turf - Starski F/ Clyde Carson
7. Dego - Damani F/ E-40
8. A Man That Goes - Selau F/ Goldie (Of The Federation)
9. On Like Me Rmx - Eddie Projex F/ Too Short & Mistah Fab
10. Get Hyphy 07 - Keak Da Sneak
11. Banger Dance - J Stalin
12. Get Money - Big Rich
13. The Truth - The Frontline
14. Jimmie Reign Freestyle
15. Poke It Out - J.Valentine F/ Bailey
16. From The Hood - Traxxamillion F/ San Quinn, Huslah & The Jacka
17. I Got Chips - Turftalk F/ E-40
18. Fast - Kafani F/ Keak Da Sneak
19. Fuck For Free - DJ Fresh F/ Mistah Fab, Dem Hoodstarz, J Stalin & Beeda Weeda
20. Punk Rock Rmx - The Diligentz F/ The Wolfpack & Go Dav
21. ****Bonus Track**** - Let me tell you somethin’ - Topkat


DJ E-Rock, DJ Whoo Kid, J Espinosa - "Bay Bidness 3.5 - Position of Power"



LilJay

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news 1177103568 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn would like to present the tracklisting for Kurupt & J. Wells' Digital Smoke. The album has a release date set at June 5, 2007, and is being put out by Bonzi/Fontana Records.


Produced By: J. Wells
Executive Producers: J. Wells, Kurupt & Paul Holyfield

Please visit
MySpace.com/JWellsMusic for more information and music.

1. Smokestra
2. Im Just Sayin Featuring Roscoe & Tri-Star
3. All We Smoke (Click here to purchase from iTunes)
4. Get It Featuring Goodie Mob & Roscoe
5. Im Too Gangsta Featuring Gail Gotti & Styliztik Jones
6. Summertime Featuring Y.A., Gail Gotti & Nire'
7. Digital Experience featuring Bigg Gipp
8. Smokin Featurning Y.A. & James Debarge
9. History Featuring Butch Cassidy
10. Weed Types
11. Los Angeles Featuring Shorty
12. Itz Nothin Featuring Roscoe
13. Got Me Going Featuring Knoc-turn'l
14. I Came In The Door Featuring Kokane
15. Likwit Smokestra
16. Let Em' Know Featuring Tha Liks



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news 1178138176 - January 1, 1970 By : Regular readers will be aware of the update we presented back in February on the upcoming release from Philadelphia group Tangled Thoughts. The new record, "Kurupt Presents: Tangled Thoughts - Philly 2 Cali," is due for a May 22 release on Good Hands Records and, as the title suggests, is being presented by Kurupt. [see; Kurupt Presents: Tangled Thoughts "Philly 2 Cali"]

In that update we dropped background on the group, information on guest appearances (Freeway, Roscoe, Sen Dog of Cypress Hill, Mellow Man Ace, Gillie Da Kid, Ab Liva, Gail Gotti, Natasha Ramos) as well as two tracks for download that will feature on the album.

Today we are back with a World Exclusive, something you will not be able to get from anywhere else, Tangled Thoughts and Dubcnn have aligned to present the free, Pre-Album mixtape "T.H.O" hosted by Kurupt & Roscoe.

This is a treat courtesy of Tangled Thoughts for all the loyal Dubcnn readers as a precursor to "Kurupt Presents: Tangled Thoughts - Philly 2 Cali" which as we mentioned earlier hits stores everywhere on May 22. When asked about the partnership for this release Tangled Thoughts explained; "Dubcnn.com was just the logical partner for this mixtape, everyone knows they hold down the West Coast."

Below is the link to the Mixtape Download page where you can find the mixtape cover, complete tracklist and the download link. The mixtape features Kurupt, Roscoe, Goldie Capone, TK, AK, Gail Gotti and N.U.G on an array of tracks that did not make the final cut due to choice and sample clearance issues.

Dubcnn & Tangled Thoughts Present: T.H.O. (Tha Free Mixtape) (Download Page)

In related news lookout for the video to the single Jumpoff that we premiered back in February to drop next week. Make sure you support Tangled Thoughts when the new record, "Kurupt Presents: Tangled Thoughts - Philly 2 Cali," hits stores on May 22.

Rud

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news 1178391486 - January 1, 1970 By : Early last year we introduced you to Inland Empire up and comer Bigg North with his single The Nu Left Coast featuring Sly Boogy & Lifestyle. The track was a huge success and garnered a new fan base for this talented youngster.

Since then Dubcnn and Bigg North released the collaboration mixtape "Next Up 2 Crack" which featured an array of talent from across the westcoast, even featuring some Dubcnn contest winners. We will refresh memories on that next week when we will release the album for download and also have more copies for sale.

Today we are back with an update and a track from Bigg North that is already making noise. His new single, called "MySpace hO," is set to cause some controversy with the recent talk around Don Imus and as such we spoke to Bigg North to get his reasoning behind the record; "I got this song that I'm dropping as a single, called "MySpace hO". You know some of these chicks be doing too much online, but since the racist/hateful remarks of [Don] Imus I dont want people to respond the wrong way. Its kind of a controversy right now and they are targeting Hip-Hop. I been hearing how they are trying to pick on Snoop and sh-t. All I can say to that is I ain't talking about all women, just the one's that deserve It. If you were a chick and you aint never put yourself out there like that you shouldnt trip, cause this isnt directed toward you. If [however] you are feeling guilty for some sh-t then you should be mad you got put on blast like that in my song because it was directed to you; Quit online hoing.

I aint saying dude's dont do too much on there and sh-t, but I'm a dude and I can't talk about guys doing too much cause I aint on no gay shit. I have nothing but respect for all the classy, self respecing women in the world and [with that in mind] i'm looking to do a remix with a chick on it so she could shoot down the guys that do the same. Check it out, it's just a fun, humorous Hip-Hop song."


With that said we have the single for download below, this track is now available on iTunes, Napster, Bestbuy, Walmart, Sony Connect, Verizon V-Cast and many more outlets so ensure you support it. To grab it now via iTunes click here. The track is also making noise as a ringtone which can be got by sending 35196 to 51927 for the "MySpace hO" ringtone or 35197 to 51927 for the edited version "MySpace prO" ringtone.

We're trying to get the track played on Power 106 right now on the New At 2 slot with Felli Fell and also on Julio G's show. Fans of the track need to text "myspace prO" by Bigg North to 69106. Let's help the I.E. get shown some love! Download the track right now below and make sure you bump it for all to hear.

Bigg North - MySpace hO
Bigg North - MySpace prO (Edited)

In related news Bigg North is currently working on his new album and has a bunch of tracks recorded with an array of guests including Sly Boogy as well as a grip of solo tracks. Stay tuned for the latest on his new album, this single and more news and audio over the coming months.

Rud

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news 1179078550 - January 1, 1970 By : 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.

Rud

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news 1179351655 - January 1, 1970 By : 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.

JustinL

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news 1179692478 - January 1, 1970 By : 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.

Rud

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news 1179944588 - January 1, 1970 By : 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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news 1180955099 - January 1, 1970 By : Perfecto aka The Voice of Inglewood makes his Dubcnn debut with his street album "Money Is Revolution." This talented youngster has been grinding hard for some time with his recently reformed group L.I.F.E.L.E.S.S. that consists of Columbo Black, Captain Apollo and Dead End Kid.

Together they systematically flooded the Inglewood streets with Perfecto's EP titled "The Voice of Inglewood," a move that quickly caught the attention of DJ Strong of the Cali Untouchable DJ's.


Along with DJ Strong, DJ Warrior and Inglewood's own DJ Qwess also took steps to work on this new street album. The title, "Money Is Revolution," is an ethos Perfecto and L.I.F.E.L.E.S.S. live by. When asked about this attitude Perfecto told us; "Economic empowerment is the number one struggle that we face as African-Americans. The civil rights movement was based around race, but the hip hop generation is based on money and class."

This Howard University alumnus lets the listener know that there is a fine line between fly, flashy, educated and hood; "I'm a smart muthaf-cka, so I refuse to act stupid to sell records" added Perfecto.

Fans of Multi-Syllabic lyricism, vocal samples, knowledge dropping, street anthems and swagger will all be satisfied with what "Money Is Revolution" brings to the table, with no big name features Perfecto and the Cali Untouchable DJ's have crafted another L.A. classic street album. When DJ Warrior spoke on the up and comer he told us; "Perfecto knows what to say and he knows how to say it."

Below we have the full street album tracklist as well as two exclusive tracks for free download, look below that for how you can grab yourself a copy of "Money Is Revolution" right now.

01) Intro - Cali Uuntouchable DJs (DJ Warrior/DJ Strong)
02) This Is (Produced By Cas The Councilmen)
03) What Am I To Do? (Produced By Bugsy)
04) Sidekick You (Feat. Captian Apollo) (Produced By Bugsy)
05) Lifeless Is Culture (Feat. Columbo Black) (Produced By C.O.S.)
06) Knee Deep In The Struggle (Produced By Bugsy)
07) DJ Strong Speaks
08) All Money
09) DJ Warrior Speaks
10) Non-Fiction (Feat. Captain Apollo) (Produced By Bugsy)
11) Comin Over Now (Feat. Captain Apollo) (Produced By Bugsy)
12) G-Code (Feat. Imaginative Eye) (Produced By Bugsy)
13) DJ Warrior Speaks
14) Stay Ready (Feat. Captain Apollo & Columbo Black) (Produced By Bugsy)
15) DJ Strong Speaks
16) As Time Goes By (Feat. Shante Walker) (Produced By Shortfuze)
17) DJ Warrior Speaks
18) We Don't Care (Feat. Columbo Black, Captain Apollo & Thad) (Produced By Shortfuze)
19) Its Not You (Produced By VainGlory)
20) DJ Warrior Speaks
21) Thang Close (Feat. Nat Turner) (Produced By Needlz)
22) DJ Qwess Mix
23) DJ Warrior Speaks
24) Dead End Kid - Shot Down (Produced By Bugsy)
25) Captain Apollo - All That I Know (Produced By C.O.S.)
26) Burn in Hell (Produced By Bugsy)
27) DJ Strong Speaks
28) Money Is Revolution (Feat. Columbo Black) (Produced By Bugsy)
29) Outro - DJ Warrior HiphopWest.com

For the latest on Perfecto stay tuned to dubcnn over the coming months. In the meantime head over to HipHopWest to buy a copy of "Money Is Revolution."

Rud

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news 1180981970 - January 1, 1970 By : Kurupt & J. Wells' new album, "Digital Smoke", will be coming out tomorrow, June 5th, on Bonzi/Fontana Records. Make sure you go out and support this quality record.

In conjunction with the album release, Dubcnn will be releasing some exclusive behind the scenes footage from the "All We Smoke" video shoot, and also the Rime magazine photoshoot with Estevan Oriole. If you did not get a chance to check out the "All We Smoke" photo gallery that we released last week,
Click Here.

Our first video features Kurupt, J. Wells, Roscoe, Gail Gotti, and others as they rap along to the track "Summertime" from the "Digital Smoke" album. In the second video, we get some words from Kurupt, Tash, Big Gipp, Tri Star, and 40 Glocc.

Video 1: Kurupt, J Wells, Roscoe, and Co. - Summertime
Video 1: Kurupt, J. Wells, Roscoe and Co. - Summertime (YouTube)

Video 2: Some words from Kurupt, Tash, Big Gipp, 40 Glocc, Tri-Star
Video 2: Some words from Kurupt, Tash, Big Gipp, 40 Glocc, Tri-Star (YouTube)

Kurupt & J.Wells "All We Smoke" Music Video Shoot (Event Gallery)

Kurupt & J. Wells - "Digital Smoke" Commercial (YouTube) | Click here to purchase Kurupt & J. Wells - "All We Smoke" From iTunes

Please visit MySpace.com/JWellsMusic for more information. Check back with Dubcnn tomorrow as we continue to drop more Kurupt & J. Wells behind the scenes footage.

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news 1181061599 - January 1, 1970 By : Last week we re-introduced the young Compton talent Wing who we first met back in 2004 with his new track with DJ Ca$$. The Galaxy West Entertainment artist is back again already on dubcnn, this time with his latest mixtape release, "Eat Or Be Eaten."

"Eat Or Be Eaten" is the culmination of months in the studio working with an array of producers including Epic The Arsonist, M-80, DJ Ophax and VT. The result is a cohesive mixtape/street album release with original production carrying varied subject matter.

Whether it's the funky single "Might Be" or the energy fuelled "Real MC" listeners can quickly see the capabilities of Wing and appreciate the variety that he brings to the game. We have these two tracks as well as three others from the mixtape available for download below within the full tracklist.

Before we get into that we want to premiere a brand new track that doesn't feature on "Eat Or Be Eaten," instead this is a track that is set to feature on Wing's debut LP due in the summer. "Hour Glass" has quickly become a favourite for the Dubcnn staff and we have the track for exclusive download below. Wing once again showcases his versatility and vigor on the mic, this is one MC not be ignored.

Wing - Hour Glass

As promised earlier we now have the full mixtape tracklist along with five tracks to sample from the release, download the music and make sure you look out for "Eat Or Be Eaten" in your local stores.

01) Wing Speaks
02) I'm Gon Eat (Produced By DJ Ophax)
03) Real MC (Produced By DJ Ophax)
04) Feeden On My Soul (Feat. Keira Jessie) (Produced By DJ Ophax)
05) Out Of Sight (Produced Ty Stix)
06) Decisions (Produced By DJ Ophax)
07) I Don't Wanna Die (Feat. Art & Dutch) (Produced By M-80)
08) Out Wit A Bang (Produced By M-80)
09) Interlude
10) Illusionist (Produced By M-80)
11) Changing Of The Guard (Feat. Art) (Produced By Epic The Arsonist)
12) HipHop N It! (Produced By Epic The Arsonist)
13) Might Be (Feat Kiera Jessie) (Produced By Epic The Arsonist)
14) I Drink, I Smoke (Feat. Pacman) (Produced By M-80)
15) Kace Moon Freestyle
16) HipHop N It (Remix) (Feat. XP & Art) (Produced By Epic The Arsonist)
17) Heavy (Produced By VT)
18) Cutten Up (Produced By VT)
19) Come See Me (Feat. Dutch, XL, Montega, Caine, P-Stat, Hershe & Geolani)
20) Outro

Stay on dubcnn for the latest news and media from Wing as the year progresses and he moves onto completing and releasing his debut album. In the meantime you can check out more from Wing on his official MySpace page.

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news 1181069443 - January 1, 1970 By : Kurupt & J. Wells' new album, "Digital Smoke" is finally in stores today. Make sure you go out to your local record store and support the west coast. In conjunction with the album release, Dubcnn has been releasing some exclusive behind the scenes footage from the "All We Smoke" video shoot. Yesterday we presented the "Summertime" BTS video and shoutout clips. Today, we have an "All We Smoke" BTS clip, and another hilarious clip where you can find some of your favorite artists impersonating each other. Additionally you will see Bishop Lamont and Glasses Malone talking about their new deals with Aftermath and Hoo Bangin/Cash Money. Watch the video to get the exclusive.

Video 3: Shoutouts: Kurupt, J Wells, Glasses Malone, Bishop Lamont, Tash, 40 Glocc, Tri Star all impersonating each other (wmv)
Video 3: Shoutouts: Kurupt, J Wells, Glasses Malone, Bishop Lamont, Tash, 40 Glocc, Tri Star all impersonating each other (YouTube)

Video 4: Behind the Scenes of "All We Smoke" (wmv)
Video 4: Behind the Scenes of "All We Smoke" (YouTube)

Archives:
Video 1: Kurupt, J Wells, Roscoe, and Co. - Summertime (wmv)
Video 1: Kurupt, J. Wells, Roscoe and Co. - Summertime (YouTube)
Video 2: Some words from Kurupt, Tash, Big Gipp, 40 Glocc, Tri-Star (wmv)
Video 2: Some words from Kurupt, Tash, Big Gipp, 40 Glocc, Tri-Star (YouTube)
Kurupt & J.Wells "All We Smoke" Music Video Shoot (Event Gallery)

Kurupt & J. Wells - "Digital Smoke" Commercial (YouTube) | Click here to purchase Kurupt & J. Wells - "All We Smoke" From iTunes

Please visit MySpace.com/JWellsMusic for more information. Check back with Dubcnn tomorrow as we continue to drop more Kurupt & J. Wells behind the scenes footage.

JustinL

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news 1181765163 - January 1, 1970 By : Multi-faceted Hip-Hop superstar Common is prepping his highly anticipated seventh album, Finding Forever, for a July 31st release on G.O.O.D Music/Geffen Records. The album is the follow up to the four times Grammy nominated, critically heralded and Kanye West produced Be, which spawned hits including "The Corner," "Go," and "Testify."

Finding Forever, finds Kanye again taking the bulk of production work with help from Will.I.Am on the sultry "I Want You," the late great J. Dilla on "So Far To Go," featuring a surprise guest appearance by D'Angelo and G.O.O.D Music producer Devo Springsteen on "Misunderstood."

On Finding Forever, Common, rips the mic like a hungry newcomer. The street single "The Game" produced by Kanye with scratches by the legendary DJ Premier is a horn drenched, vintage NY rap boom-bap banger from the Chi-town emcee, no less (check video out at www.common-music.com/media). The resounding lead single "The People" finds Common lyrically asserting why and who he creates his music for over regal strings, delectable keys and hard to get vocals by Gil Scott Heron. The video for "The People" will be in shot in by Neon in NYC on Saturday, June 9th.

Since 1992 the Chicago native and Source Unsigned Hype alum has built an unparalleled catalog of progressive Hip-Hop music. From his first release of Can I Borrow a Dollar to his ground-breaking release of Resurrection to his most recent release of Be, the media has poured in the compliments: XXL magazine gave Be a rare XXL rating in there magazine, Rolling Stone said Resurrection was a "confluence of phat beats, smooth flows, and dope rhymes, and Interview magazine noted that on Like Water for Chocolate "with piercing intellect and poignant lyrics, Common may be the most skilled rapper."

Always a Hip-Hop renaissance man of wide ranging tastes, though music remains Common's first love, he has expanded his career beyond just beats and rhymes. He has commenced a successful acting career, landing roles in Smokin' Aces alongside Entourage's Jeremy Piven and in the upcoming American Gangster with Russell Crowe and Denzel Washington and Wanted with Angelina Jolie and Morgan Freeman. Besides sharpening his acting chops, in early 2007, the always fashionable Common, launched a line of hand made Italian hats called Soji, available exclusively at La Coppola Storta stores in Palermo, Roma, Firenze, Bologna, and New York City.

Common recently graced the covers of Billboard, Uptown, and Ebony magazines and performed at Central Park's Summerstage Benefit Concert alongside Joss Stone on June 8th.

Common - "The People" (prod. by Kanye West)
Common - The People (Window)
Common - The People (Real)

Common - "The Game" (prod. by Kanye West, scratches by DJ Premier)
Common - The Game (Real)
Common - The Game (Window)

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news 1182277349 - January 1, 1970 By : T.I. has teamed up with Myspace to broadcast a free concert, live on the Internet!

The Myspace Live! concert, sponsored by T-Mobile Sidekick, is on Wednesday, June 20th at The Riv in Chicago, IL. This free show will be hosted by Nick Cannon, and is set to feature performances from special guests Twista and Lupe Fiasco as well. Doors open at 7:30 PM, and it is recommended that you arrive early, as it is first come, first serve.

If you're not in the Chicago area, don't worry, because the concert will be broadcasted live on the T-Mobile Sidekick Myspace Profile page (
http://www.myspace.com/sidekick) at 7:00 - 9:00 pm PST, 9:00-11:00 pm CST, and 10:00 - 12:00 pm EST. The concert is assured to be a hit, so don't forget to check it out.

Make sure to go out and buy T.I.'s new album, T.I. vs. T.I.P., when it hits stores on July 3rd. In the meantime, keep it locked on Dubcnn for the lastest updates on "The King of the South."

Links:
T.I. Myspace, Concert Flyer

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1182700339 - January 1, 1970 By : On April 8th 2007, Boss Lady Entertainment and Echoing Soundz came together for the benefit of the Karma Kids Foundation at the first ever Boss Lady Entertainment Easter Egg Hunt. The event, which was a huge success for Kids and Parents alike, was hosted by Shante Broadus (Snoop Dogg's wife) and her company.

We have exclusive photos from the night courtesy of Hazel Eyez & Echoing Soundz. Within the link below you can see shots with the Kids, parents and images of Snoop Dogg himself who made it to the event, he even made time to speak with The Easter Bunny!

Dubcnn Presents:
Boss Lady Ent. Easter Egg Hunt (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.

Rud

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news 1182791864 - January 1, 1970 By : Papoose hosts the mixtape "UrbanWorld Order Part 4: "Nu Breed Alliance," which features hot new rappers from around the country. The rappers selected for this "Nu Breed Alliance" are Papoose from New York, Watts native Jay Rock, Atlanta's Stat Quo, Chicago's Bump J, and Mavado from Kingston.

The mixtape features new and exclusive tracks from all the artists, and includes guest appearances from the likes of E-40, Lil Wayne, & Yung Joc.


Best of all, the mixtape is available for free download! Click the link
right here to get it today. Keep it locked on Dubcnn for the latest news on Jay Rock and Stat Quo.



Eddie Gurrola

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news 1183059099 - January 1, 1970 By : In celebration of Pharoahe Monch's "Desire" release, Monch will take the stage at NYC, The Highline Ballroom, Friday (6/29). Monch will be performing new songs from the album with a complete live band. Special guest include Black Milk,The Cool Kids, Polyrhythum Addicts, and DJ Ready Cee

HighLine Ballroom / LiveNDirect / Okayplayer Presents:
Pharoahe Monch (with Live Band) plus Black Milk , The Cool Kids
Friday, Jun 29, 2007 11:30 PM EDT (11:00 PM Doors)


For more info on show, check out:
http://www.highlineballroom.com/bio.php?id=122
For more info on show, check out: Digital Flyer

Pharoahe Monch - "Body Baby"
Pharoahe Monch - Body Baby (Windows)
Pharoahe Monch - Body Baby (Real)


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news 1183426383 - January 1, 1970 By : West Coast veteran C-Bo has joined the AND1 Mixtape Streetball Tour this year, both for performances and as the official after-party host. Come check Bo, along with the AND1 ballers, when they are in one of the cities below this summer.

Make sure to go pick up a copy of "Westside Ryders 3," which is in stores now, and keep it locked on Dubcnn for the latest news on C-Bo.



2007 And1 Mixtape Tour Schedule:

July 14: Philadelphia @ Penn’s Landing
July 21: Washington DC @ City Center Lot
July 28: Detroit @ Cadillac Square
August 4: Chicago @ Soldier Field
August 11: Dallas @ Star Parking Lot
August 18: San Francisco @ Alameda Point
August 25: Los Angeles @ The Queen Mary


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news 1183562632 - January 1, 1970 By : The entire team at Dubcnn would like to send out a Happy Fourth Of July greeting to all our readers. We thank you all for another successful year to date and hope you will follow us again throughout the year to follow our daily updated content and exclusive features.

2007 will be the biggest year to date for Dubcnn as we embark on an exiting future that will ensure our long term stablility and once again ensure we open up our content to the mass market of internet users.


To celebrate this important day we are offering, for one week only [July 4 - July 11], an incredible 30% off all our Advertising rates and promotional offers that are booked within this period. The discount will cover any Advertising or Promotional offers that are booked for use within the next 60 days on Dubcnn and its partner companies.

With our structured packages and targeted campaigns we can deliver the best possible results for Artists, Labels and Organisations across the industry providing millions of impressions every month. To find out more and to enquire about rates and dates please email our
Advertising Team today.

Rud

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news 1184012241 - January 1, 1970 By : Zune will be putting together a special series of 3 free summer performance events in LA, Chicago and NYC celebrating hip-hop (dates below). "Live at the BBQ" will feature performances by top hip-hop artists such as Common, David Banner, UGK, Mos Def, Bilal, Clipse, Collie Budz, E-40, Cham, Large Professor. Additional artists confirmations will be released on Zune.net.

"Zune - Live at the BBQ" was created to give back to the cultural core consumer and connecting Zune with that core by giving them the opportunity to participate in the Zune mantra, which is to support Art, Music and Film in the digital space with technology and innovation. Consider these shows as rewards to those who have come to support the digital platform. By bringing music back to the community parks, they're also a thank you to those individuals in the cities who have come to support the local and national Art, Music and Film community. It's a nod to a time when this music was about community; community support and community interaction. The idea is to re-create that energy with the ultimate park jam experience.

"'Live at the BBQ' is helping to bring hip-hop back to a golden age where records were produced and iconic artists rose directly out of their local communities," said Bun B. "It's a chance to put singles, ring tones, and industry hype aside and just get a bunch of our friends together for some great music and BBQ - Let's eat."

"LIVE AT THE BBQ" dates:
July 12 - Los Angeles, CA | July 22 - Chicago, IL | August 4 - NY, NY

For more information, check
http://www.zune.net/en-US/social/

Also, check out Common's lead single, "THE PEOPLE". Featured on the highly-anticipated, FINDING FOREVER. In stores July 31st.

Common - "The People" (prod. by Kanye West)
Common - The People (Window)
Common - The People (Real)

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news 1184108921 - January 1, 1970 By : Yahoo! Music and Geffen Records want you to join us when Common takes the stage for Nissan Live Sets in West Los Angeles, CA.

July 16, 2007
7 pm (subject to change, you need to arrive two hours before)
Location: West Los Angeles

The first 200 fans to email us at Invites@YahooLiveSets.com will get in the doors for this exclusive taping. Plus you get to bring a friend. Please email us your name, your location, and tell us how much of a fan you are of Common! We will contact you if you are chosen to attend.

PLEASE DO NOT SEND MULTIPLE EMAILS
You must be at least 13 years old to attend. Fans under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. You must provide your own transportation and accommodations (if necessary).
This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

This invitation is not transferable, without the express permission of Yahoo!. Yahoo! reserves the right to rescind any invitation, at any time, in its sole discretion.

Common - "The People" (prod. by Kanye West)
Common - The People (Window)
Common - The People (Real)

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news 1184347593 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn has teamed up with Cornerstone Promotion for another contest to give one of our readers a pair of tickets for instant access into the Common Yahoo! Live Set show in Los Angeles on Monday, July 16th. Along with the instant access, the winner will also receive free Common promo t-shirts and a music prize pack from Cornerstone (mixtapes and other music). Additionally, there will also be three runner ups who will win Common t-shirts.

Pictures of the Common "Finding Forever" T-Shirts


To enter, all you have to do is send in your name, and location/mailing address. Please submit all entries to contest@dubcnn.com

Contest closes Sunday, July 15th at 12PM PST, and winners will be sent confirmation emails promptly thereafter.

JustinL

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news 1184975868 - January 1, 1970 By : This coming Sunday, July 22, Zune will be taking its "Live at the BBQ" event to the communities of Chicago, presenting a day of food, drinks and hip hip music. The event is open to the public, and RSVP is required through the "Live at the BBQ" site . Confirmed artists for the Chicago Zune BBQ include Mos Def, Bilal, Little Brother, and Qualo.

Rather than sponsoring an existing concert series, the Zune team created the "Zune-Live at the BBQ" series from the ground up. Zune worked with artists directly, to give back to the cultural core consumer and connecting Zune with that core by giving them the opportunity to participate in the Zune mantra, which is to support Art, Music and Film in the digital space with technology and innovation. Consider these shows as rewards to those who have come to support the digital platform. By bringing music back to the community parks, they're also a thank you to those individuals in the cities who have come to support the local and national Art, Music and Film community. It's a nod to a time when this music was about community; community support and community interaction. The idea is to re-create that energy with the ultimate park jam experience. Zune launched the first BBQ experience last week in Los Angeles with performances by Common, UGK, E-40 and Collie Budz. The "Live at the BBQ" series will continue following the Chicago date with an event in New York City on August 4th.


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news 1185914081 - January 1, 1970 By : On Saturday, August 4, Zune will be executing their third show in its "Live at the BBQ" series in New York City, presenting a day of food, drinks and hip hip music to the community. The event is open to the public, and RSVP is required through the "Live at the BBQ" site www.zuneliveattheBBQ.com. Confirmed artists for the New York Zune BBQ include Brand Nubian, Cham, MIMS, Joell Ortiz, Clipse, and Large Professor.

Rather than sponsoring an existing concert series, the Zune team created the "Zune-Live at the BBQ" series from the ground up. Zune worked with artists directly, to give back to the cultural core consumer and connecting Zune with that core by giving them the opportunity to participate in the Zune mantra, which is to support Art, Music and Film in the digital space with technology and innovation. Consider these shows as rewards to those who have come to support the digital platform. By bringing music back to the community parks, they're also a thank you to those individuals in the cities who have come to support the local and national Art, Music and Film community. It's a nod to a time when this music was about community; community support and community interaction. The idea is to re-create that energy with the ultimate park jam experience. Zune launched the first BBQ experience in Los Angeles with performances by Common, UGK, E-40 and Collie Budz. Last weekend, the event series hit Chicago with performances by Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Bilal, Little Brother, Qualo, and a special set from Black Star.

RSVP here: www.zuneliveattheBBQ.com

For more information on Zune, visit www.zune.net


JustinL

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news 1186559584 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been a little over two years since we first introduced this artist to you; July 2005 saw the Dubcnn arrival of the then named Enock. Since then the Los Angeles native has had a name change and now officially has his first street album out, available for download as part of the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network.

E-Knoc is an artist that captures your imagination the moment you hear him, whether its over familiar beats of the original production supplied on this album from producers including Bad Seed, St. Eyes, Rhythm D and Big Moz - E-Knoc delivers for everyone - from being spiritual to down right street.

His debut street album "The Promise Land" is a 15 track project that spans so many horizons we would be hard pressed to outline them all - suffice it to say that in an age where everybody’s aspiring to be something, where every cat south of Sunset Blvd is a rapper - E-Knoc's sole aim is to "show yall how the West Coast really rocks."

Out with the khakis and in with the Evisus, E-Knoc is another prime example of the "New West" mentality that is shaking the West Coast Hip-Hop landscape. The album serves as a day in the life account of a black kid breezing through the streets of L.A. with some big dreams of his own, picking up knowledge and insight along the way. E-Knoc is truly a rare breed in today’s climate as he is a well rounded MC who actually cares about what’s coming out of his mouth.

When we asked him to sum up the "The Promise Land" E-Knoc explained; "All you guys have to do is listen to the whole thing. The tape is serious, funny, simple, complex, ignorant and educational all at the same time! [Tracks] 1-15 is a day in the life with me. Sun up to sun down til the sun comes back up. Full circle you feel me?"

All that is left for us to do now is hand over that question for you to answer. Below is the link to the Dubcnn Download page for "The Promise Land" where you can get all 15 tracks covering the entire Hip Hop spectrum. From trunk rattlers like "Bang" and "I Be," to the smoothed out melody of "Do You Mind." From the descriptive storytelling on "How I Became Me" and "Street Lights" to the consciousness of "Malcolm X" right around to the introspection of "Mind Games." "The Promise Land" ensures that E-Knoc will take his place amongst some of the brightest new talent and its safe to say it won't be long until the world takes note.

Those of you who wish to read a review of the album, check out Lord Funk's take on the The Promise Land as he awards 3.5 Dubs and the Dub Quotable; "E-Knoc is a confident MC with lyrics, flow and charisma, and this album gives him plenty of opportunities to showcase all three."

E-Knoc - The Promise Land (Free Download)

For the latest news and information from E-Knoc ensure you stay tuned to Dubcnn, in the meantime head over to his official MySpace page.

Rud

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news 1186780942 - January 1, 1970 By : Producer 9th Wonder is gearing up to release his solo debut, "Dream Merchant Vol. 2" on October 9th.

When asked about the album, 9th Wonder had this to say about it: "this record means alot to me! The crazy thing is, the actualization of Dream Merchant is an idea that is six years old. My Uncle Fred has crazy records; he was an avid collector from his days in NYC back in the 70’s. Back in 1987, I went to visit him and my Aunt, they lived in the South Bronx (East 169th and Grand Concourse) and it was my first trip to NYC.

I was only there for a week when the newspapers flashed “Scott La Rock killed” (crazy right). In 1991, my Uncle and Aunt moved to Winston Salem (North Carolina) and I was working in a UPS call-center in High Point (North Carolina) and made a crazy decision to quit my job and pursue music full-time. I went to visit my Uncle Fred afterwards, because I remembered all of those records he had when I was a kid. I went downstairs and the first record I pulled out of the crate was Jerry Butler’s “Dream Merchant.” I though the title was so fly, that I decided to do a compilation album with me doing all the beats and cats I knew that rhymed. I think more then anything; fate sparked my decision to do this all the way - just from that cover and that moment."


The album features guest appearances from Mos Def, Memphis Bleek, Little Brother, and Royce Da 5'9, among many others. We've got a preview track from the album as well. The carefree song is called "Sunday," and it features Keisha Shontelle & Chaundon. Download it below.

9th Wonder -
Sunday (featuring Keisha Shontelle & Chaundon)

Make sure to buy the record when it drops in October, and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on 9th Wonder.

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1187987758 - January 1, 1970 By : Freestyle Session 10, the world’s largest b-boy break dancing battle presented by Cros1,Grassroots Productions, and the Pea Pod will be taking place at Hollywood Palladium on Saturday, August 25th and Sunday, August 26th.

The preliminary battles take place on Saturday and Sunday will crown the winners in the three categories of breaking, popping and locking. Sunday will also feature will.i.am of The Black Eyed Peas as the host emcee with performances by Slick Rick, DITC, One Be Lo and more. The Black Eyed Peas also provided funding for Freestyle Session 10.

Produced by Cros1, Freestyle Session first began as a small b-boy gathering in November 1997 and this year’s competition marks the 10th anniversary of what has now become an annual assembly for hip-hop communities worldwide. Over 100 crews from the US, Japan, Korea, Europe and other countries will be competing over two days for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

Freestyle Session 10 will be a chance to witness some of the greatest dancers from around the world perform their best routines. This momentous occasion will also provide a greater appreciation for the art and skill of break dancing and bring unity in spirit to the participant and spectator alike.

Freestyle Session 10
Hollywood Palladium
6215 Sunset Blvd
Hollywood, CA
Saturday, August 25th 12 Noon - 8 PM
Sunday, August 26th 2 PM - 8PM

Purchase tickets at www.groovetickets.com, Workman’s Outlet and select ticket outlets. All dates, acts and ticket prices subject to change without notice.

Freestyle Session 10 [Digital Flyer]

JustinL

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news 1188819995 - January 1, 1970 By : Following last months collaboration track with Lil Scrappy entitled "Gettin' Richer," 40 Glocc has been back at in the studio knocking out more records, this time with WS Bugg and Watts' own flame spitter Bad Lucc.

After the buzz generated from
Gettin' Richer and the subsequent video release with cameos from 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, Tony Yayo, Mobb Deep, Ricky Gonzales and many more, 40 Glocc continues to produce new material for his fans.


Today we have the world premiere of "I Just Want The Paper" which features a voice sample from the Notorious B.I.G and an interpolation of The Beach Boys classic single "Good Vibrations," dont let the calming introductory sample kid you; all three come hard on this track!

40 Glocc - I Just Want The Paper (Feat. WS Bugg & Bad Lucc)

Download the new track above and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from 40 Glocc. In the meantime, check him out over at his offcial MySpace page.

Rud

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news 1189356649 - January 1, 1970 By : Those of you who have followed any of our "Central Cali" updates, including a release from Diego Redd and the Hecktik Soprano presented The Factors project, will have seen the name Fashawn.

The name is the moniker of an 18 year old Fresno teen sensation that is already being touted for success. His latest mixtape "Grizzly City 2" is available today for free download on Dubcnn and if by the time we've told you a little about him you aren't convinced - the first 52 bars on the CD’s intro will have you admitting; "That kid is a beast!"

Fashawn, although still only young, already has ferocious rhymes, killer flow and importantly the ability to craft songs. Coupled with his raw talent, charisma and versatility he is well on his way to proving his "Teen Phenom" status. "I was born into the culture, so it’s second nature to me," Fashawn explains simply.

As a ’90s baby, he’s got all the style and charisma of a modern-day emcee, but the rhymes of a veteran beyond his teenage years. When asked to name the emcees he looks up to, he’s quick to answer with Rakim, followed by Nas, Snoop, 2Pac, Ras Kass and Pharoahe Monch.

Within his short time in the industry Fashawn has already convinced many of his ability, already being recognized as a leader in Fresno’s rap scene, steering a vibrant pack of young hip-hoppers adorned with purple bandanas and T-shirts marking their Grizzly City movement. With his streetwise persona, borne from this upbringing in rough East Fresno, he can deliver street knowledge as well as kickin' it with the skaters who listened to Hieroglyphics. That combination yields a street-smart rhymer who can deliver content. "A lot of people can rap and spit bars," Fashawn says, "But I want to write songs."

Already with three mixtapes under his belt as a solo artist and two with his crew Section 8 (Grafik, Bravo and Night), Fashawn is a busy young man - we are giving you the chance to get ahead of the game as in a few years everybody will saying what people in Fresno already know. Fashawn? That kid is a beast!

Dubcnn Presents: Fashawn - Grizzly City 2 (Free Mixtape Download)

Enjoy the new music and ensure you stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from Fashawn over the coming months. In the meantime, check out Fashawn on MySpace and check out the video of him on the Wake Up Show and most recently, his "Come On Baby" remix video with Planet Asia.

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1189627717 - January 1, 1970 By : Look out for Snoop Dogg's new DVD, "Hood of Horror", which was just released in stores today! We have four AUTOGRAPHED copies of the DVD, signed by none other than Snoop himself. Submit your name & address by emailing contest@dubcnn.com before September 18th for a chance to win in a random drawing.

"Hood of Horror" is a hip hop horror anthology of three tales of terror told by the Hound of Hell, Snoop Dogg, that revolve around the residents of an inner-city neighborhood whose actions determine where they will go in the afterlife. "Hood of Horror" features Snoop, Danny Trejo, Aries Spears, Method Man, Tayshaun Prince, Lamar Odom, Ernie Hudson, Billy Dee Williams, Jason Alexander, Brande Roderick, Diamond Dallas Page, Daniella Alonso and Anson Mount.

You can increase your odds of winning by going to MySpace.com/SnoopsHoodofHorror and entering a separate contest to win a signed copy of the DVD.

You may also create a Faketown account at Faketown.com where a give-away will be held on September 18th, with even more signed copies of the DVD can be won.

Enter all three contests for your best chance to win, and check out Snoop Dogg’s "Hood of Horror" at a store near you.

JustinL

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news 1190319659 - January 1, 1970 By : On September 25th JT The Bigga Figga releases his long awaited new solo album "Mr. Vice President" via Get Low Records and Koch Distribution.

In July we updated you on the progress of "Mr. Vice President" when JT The Bigga Figga provided us with the 10 track pre-album release tape featuring Snoop Dogg, San Quinn, Gucci Mane and Young Buck, as well as production from Battlecat, Khao and Zaytoven.

The album is now completed and is being released next week and features production from JT The Bigga Figga, The Lounge Lizzards and the Dubcnn regular; Tek Nizzle - all under the watchful eye of Executive Producer Snoop Dogg.

We have an exclusive Online Listening Party for the album where you can listen to every track that features on "Mr. Vice President" in full for free! To check that out, along with the full cover and tracklist - follow the link below.

Dubcnn Presents: JT The Bigga Figga - Mr. Vice President (Online Listening Party)

Enjoy the new music and ensure you buy the album online or via your local stores when it hits the street next week on September 25th. Artists or labels interested in utilising the Dubcnn Online Listening Party services can contact us by clicking here.

Rud

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news 1190755509 - January 1, 1970 By : Catch the "4th Annual Hip Hop Honors" show on October 8th, hosted by Tracy Morgan, this year's show will honor A Tribe Called Quest, Snoop Dogg, WHODINI, Missy Elliot, and Teddy Riley and Andre Harrell for New Jack Swing as well as a tribute to the seminal hip hop film "Wild Style". VH1 will once again pay tribute to the hip hop luminaries who broke new ground and pioneered the genre into a true cultural phenomenon and will feature performances by this year's honorees, along with Ciara, Eve, Pharrell Williams, The Game, T.I., Timbaland, Bow Wow, Busta Rhymes, Common, T-Pain, Keyshia Cole and Nick Cannon as well as an appearance by Chris Rock.

For more info on Hip Hop Honors and a full list of Hip Hop Honors Weekend events, go to hiphop.vh1.com.

Watch VH1 Hip Hop Honors on Monday, October 8 at 10/9c on VH1.

**Dubcnn has teamed up with Cornerstone Promotion to give away a limited edition Mitchell & Ness "VH1 Hip Hop Honors" Represent jacket. Submit your name & address by emailing
JustinL@dubcnn.com before Wednesday, Oct 3rd for a chance to win in a random drawing.**

Pictures of Mitchell & Ness "VH1 Hip Hop Honors" Represent Jacket

JustinL

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news 1190756397 - January 1, 1970 By : Oakland's very own Keyshia Cole has just dropped another album today, titled "Just Like You". The album features the hit single "Let It Go", as well as the track "Work It Out" produced by J. Wells.

J. Wells states, "It was great working with Keyshia. She wrote a beautiful record. I got a chance to work with Ron Fair as he conducted the live orchestra. On this record you really get to hear my diversity as a producer."

Purchase Keyshia Cole - "Work It Out" on iTunes:
iTunes: Keyshia Cole - Work It Out (Produced by J. Wells)

JustinL

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news 1191959254 - January 1, 1970 By : Since August we've been reporting on Inland Empire representer and Ruff Ryders signee Kartoon's latest project; the street album with DJ Strong entitled "The 1st Driveby"

Having released the full tracklist, cover and three audio tracks we now are now hosting the Official Online Listening Party for "The 1st Driveby" as part of our new Digital Distribution Network; a service we can provide for artists and labels alike, to find out more please contact us here.


We also have the exclusive Digital Download of the project as well as a special offer in conjunction with DJ Strong for the Hard Copy CD which can be bought for $8.99 including Shipping and Handling worldwide.

The street album is littered with a collection of freestyles, new material and street anthems including tracks featuring Street Phame, J Spitz, Drag-On, Spider Loc, Jelly Roll, J Classic, Slim Tha Mobster, 40 Glocc and many more. To listen to the whole project and to buy the download or the CD click on the link below for our exclusive Online Listening Party page.

Dubcnn Presents: DJ Strong Presents: Kartoon - The 1st Driveby (Online Listening Party)

Enjoy the new music and ensure you buy the album today via either the Digital or CD Copy options made available by Dubcnn & HipHopWest. Once again artists or labels interested in utilising the Dubcnn Online Listening Party services can contact us by clicking here.

Rud

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news 1192114592 - January 1, 1970 By : B-Legit has been a major player on the West Coast for many years as both a founding father of the independent rap scene and strong contributor to the Bay Area Hip Hop movement. In November, following a long hiatus, B-Legit will release his latest album "Throwblock Muzic" which is currently being finalised.

Having been a staple in the Bay Area music scene for years as a pioneer and business man B-Legit helped put his hometown of Vallejo and the greater Bay Area on the map.


"Hands On Them Knees" is the first single off "Throwblock Muzic" which has a total of 16 tracks. The album features appearances from E-40, Mac Dre, Clyde Carson and Levitti as well as production from Mike Mosely, Goldfingaz, Stix, Troy Sanders and E-A-Ski. Always one to help up and coming Bay Area rappers, B-Legit also features artists he signed to his label, Block Movement, on the album - including Taj-He-Spitz, Duna, 2wiceberg Slym and Harm from the Rich.

The concept for "Throwblock Muzic" is a bit different stated B-Legit in a recent press release; "I stay recording, so I have songs that I love but didn't fit on my last album and don't fit on my new album so I took my favorite ones, touched 'em up, recorded some new songs and came up with Throwblock Muzic."

"Throwblock Muzic" also features some tracks that were until that time only released on mixtapes, he has remixed them and added new artists to the songs. "Throwblock Muzic" is said to be only the first phase in B-Legit's Block Movement; "My last album hit before the Hyphy Movement broke, I'm known for that classic mob music so I fell back and went to work. I gave the kids a chance but now I have to step in and do what I do best. Throwblock Muzic is to hold you over until Block Business."

Throwblock Muzic will surely redefine why B-Legit aims to redefine himself as one of the legendary artists of the Bay Area when "Throwblock Muzic" hits stores via SMC Recordings on November 20th 2007. Block Business is then set for release in March of 2008.


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news 1192117665 - January 1, 1970 By : In a city known for beautiful scenery and a highly powerful and influential drug game, HeatWave is making a name for himself in the music industry. Vancouver is a flourishing city and with a nearly untapped hip hop scene and HeatWave is poised and prepared to compete on the Billboard charts and American mainstream stage.

This is one artist who refuses to be put into the Canadian Rapper mold and plans on making a serious impact on the U.S. music industry and abroad, all while representing Canada.

HeatWave is currently on the Killawatt Records roster that is owned and operated by the Canadian pioneering hip-hop group, The Rascalz. With RED1 as his primary mentor, HeatWave is blessed with the support he needs to nourish his rapidly emerging talents. Over the past year HeatWave has been fortunate enough to tour the world and as a result his music has become enriched with experiences and his passion and desire to succeed has increased tenfold. Killawatt Records has the leadership and resources for success and HeatWave looks to utilize these assets as fans can look forward to many projects and eventually a full-length studio album from HeatWave.

HeatWave is getting ready to come out of recording hibernation with his debut mixtape, "Coming To America: Live From Rain Drop City" due out later this month. The mixtape is sure to establish HeatWave as an imposing yet refreshing presence in not only the urban music genre, but also the music industry as a whole.

For HeatWave the mix tape is simply a stepping-stone in his game plan.

"I'm coming, America", HeatWave says chuckling, "No, I'm kidding, I really don't care about impressing the U.S.; I'm not trying to be a Canadian rapper who makes it big. I'm just trying to make it big, period. Hip-hop is all about what hood you from and if you ain't from Marcy, Harlem or Compton then you're invisible to people. I'm trying to be the talent that doesn’t need a famous hood to be certified and I think I can do that based on the quality of my music."

Heatwave
"Ye Ain't Got Enough Green"
Heatwave "Nice as Me"

See more on our sister site, Sicksofour. Also check back for our exclusive interview with Heatwave, but for now check out his myspace.

Adon

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news 1192185243 - January 1, 1970 By : After several years of litigation, West Coast MC John Austin aka Ras Kass and recording label Capitol Records / EMI have entered into a settlement agreement, the exact terms of which have not been disclosed. While details of the agreement are not known, Ras Kass is now legally able to seek out new recording agreements and can seek out new deals with new labels.

Ras Kass originally signed with Priority Records through a deal with Patchwerk Records where he released 1996's critically acclaimed "Soul on Ice" and 1998's "Rassassination".

Ras Kass then re-signed directly with Priority and was set to drop "Van Gogh" in 2001 but that label's merger with Capitol, which was taking place at that time, affected the promotion of that project and after being pushed back twice, the project was permanently shelved by the label. The album had however been leaked on the internet and had been very well received by Ras' fan base.

A replacement album was planned entitled "Goldyn Chyld" featuring new material and tracks from the shelved "Van Gogh", with an intended 2002 release date. That project too was shelved following bitter disputes between Ras Kass and Capitol. Ras' subsequent incarceration that year, and the growing animosity between he and the label made future projects unlikely.

May 2004 saw the filing of a lawsuit by Austin in California which contained causes of action for Declatory Relief re: Labor Code Sec. 2855(b); Breach of Contract; Breach of Implied Covenant of Good Faith and Fair Dealing; Interference with Prospective Economic Advantages and Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress. Shortly thereafter, a lawsuit was filed in New York federal court by Capitol / EMI in August 2004 alleging Federal Copyright Infringement due to Ras' release of a mixtape entitled "Re-Up" for which Capitol / EMI obtained a default judgement against the MC. In the California lawsuit, Capitol / EMI filed a Motion for Summary Judgement, which was granted, and obtained a judgement against Ras Kass in the Fall of 2006; that judgement was appealed. "Re-Up" received a XXL rating in XXL magazine and was highly acclaimed on MTV's Mixtape Monday's and nationwide.

October 2007 sees a final and legal end to all of these disputes. Ras' managment team Asti Management (Styles P, DJ Kid Capri) is anxious to begin shopping the MC for a new deal and Ras himself is very satisfied with the final resolution. "I am just relieved and thankful to my management team, my attorney Nyanza Shaw, OGPR and all of the music press that showed me love and support these past few years. Now I am anxious to finally be able to pursue my passion, spread my wings and remind the world why Ras Kass is one of the greatest MC's of all time; dead or alive!" he says.

Fans can see Ras Kass on the Cypher Segment of this year's BET Hip Hop Awards this Saturday, October 13, 2007.


Nima

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news 1192295091 - January 1, 1970 By : 40 Glocc is back with a new video for the track "Deuce 24z," featuring Village Boo. The song is featured on 40's new "Outspoken Vol. 3" CD, which is hosted by DJ Strong & DJ Whoo Kid. We've got the video for everyone to check out today, so be sure to watch it by clicking on the link below.

40 Glocc ft. Village Boo -
Deuce 24z [Youtube]

Check out our review of 40 Glocc's recent mixtape, "That New N*gga," by clicking here. Also add 40 as your Myspace friend and tell him what you thought of the video.

We've also got the tracklist for "Outspoken Vol. 3." The mixtape features guest shots from the likes of 50 Cent, Mobb Deep, Bad Lucc, Kokane, Lil Flip, Obie Trice, and Jayo Felony.

1. Outspoken Vol. 3 Intro
2. 50 Cent Speaks Pt. 1
3. 40 Glocc Freestyle 1 - Bein' Outspoken
4. True To The Unit 4 Real - 40 Glocc Feat. Un Pacino, Nyce
5. 50 Cent Speaks Pt. 2
6. I Love My B-tch - 40 Glocc Feat. Prodigy, Sun, Yacc
7. Where Them Hammers At - 40 Glocc Feat. Sam Scarfo
8. Letz Gettem - 40 Glocc Feat. Gail Gotti
9. 50 Cent Speaks Pt. 3
10. Gimmie That - 40 Glocc Feat. Hav Boy
11. Promiscuous Hood Sh-t - 40 Glocc Feat. Gail Gotti, Havoc
12. 50 Cent Speaks Pt. 4
13. 40 Glocc Freestyle 2 - Sickah Playin' Withcu N--gas
14. Whatz Happening - 40 Glocc Feat. Obie Trice, Livio
15. Whatcha Thought - 40 Glocc Feat. 50 cent, Prodigy
16. Half Of Brick Of Yay - 40 Glocc Feat. Sam Scarfo, Straps
17. Push It To The Limit - 40 Glocc Feat. Sam Scarfo
18. Whatz The Word - 40 Glocc Feat. Mobb Deep, Alchemist
19. Highway Home - 40 Glocc
20. 40 Glocc Freestyle 3 - Infamous Soldier
21. We Don't Play Around - 40 Glocc Feat. Kartoon
22. Lets Your N-ts hang - 40 Glocc Feat. Jayo Felony, Tony Yayo, Kokane
23. Serial Killa - 50 Cent, 40 Glocc, Prodigy
24. F--k Wit A Baller - 40 Glocc Feat. Hot Rod
25. Traffiking The White - 40 Glocc Feat. Trife (M-Pound)
26. This Ain't Whatchu Want - 40 Glocc
27. I Just Want the Paper - 40 Glocc Feat. WS Bugg, Bad Lucc
28. I Heard - 40 Glocc Feat. Lil Flip, Liuetenant
29. Under The Sunshine - 40 Glocc Feat. Zoo Babiez
30. 40 Glocc Outspoken Vol. 3 Outro (www.tenpals.com/40glocc)
31. Duece 24z - 40 Glocc Feat. Village Boo

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on 40 Glocc.

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1195233462 - January 1, 1970 By : As we reported last month, 40 Glocc is currently prepping his latest mixtape "Outspoken Vol. 3," which is hosted by 50 Cent and mixed by DJ Strong and DJ Whoo Kid. The tape features guest appearances from 50 Cent, Gail Gotti, Prodigy and Havoc of Mobb Deep, Kartoon, Obie Trice, Alchemist, Lil Flip, Tony Yayo, Jayo Felony, Kokane, Hot Rod, WS Bugg, Bad Lucc, Zoo Babiez, Sam Scarfo, Un Pacino, Nyce, Sun, Yacc, Hav Boy, Livio, Straps, Trife (M-Pound), Liutenant, and Village Boo.

We have an exclusive preview track for you today that we premiered earlier in the year on Dubcnn. 40 Glocc teamed up with 50 Cent and Prodigy to rip the classic Snoop Dogg "Serial Killa" instrumental. To hear what they came up with, use the link below:

40 Glocc - Serial Killa (featuring 50 Cent & Prodigy)

Here is the tracklist for the mixtape:

1. Outspoken Vol. 3 Intro
2. 50 Cent Speaks Pt. 1
3. 40 Glocc Freestyle 1 - Bein' Outspoken
4. True To The Unit 4 Real - 40 Glocc Feat. Un Pacino, Nyce
5. 50 Cent Speaks Pt. 2
6. I Love My B-tch - 40 Glocc Feat. Prodigy, Sun, Yacc
7. Where Them Hammers At - 40 Glocc Feat. Sam Scarfo
8. Letz Gettem - 40 Glocc Feat. Gail Gotti
9. 50 Cent Speaks Pt. 3
10. Gimmie That - 40 Glocc Feat. Hav Boy
11. Promiscuous Hood Sh-t - 40 Glocc Feat. Gail Gotti, Havoc
12. 50 Cent Speaks Pt. 4
13. 40 Glocc Freestyle 2 - Sickah Playin' Withcu N--gas
14. Whatz Happening - 40 Glocc Feat. Obie Trice, Livio
15. Whatcha Thought - 40 Glocc Feat. 50 cent, Prodigy
16. Half Of Brick Of Yay - 40 Glocc Feat. Sam Scarfo, Straps
17. Push It To The Limit - 40 Glocc Feat. Sam Scarfo
18. Whatz The Word - 40 Glocc Feat. Mobb Deep, Alchemist
19. Highway Home - 40 Glocc
20. 40 Glocc Freestyle 3 - Infamous Soldier
21. We Don't Play Around - 40 Glocc Feat. Kartoon
22. Lets Your N-ts hang - 40 Glocc Feat. Jayo Felony, Tony Yayo, Kokane
23. Serial Killa - 50 Cent, 40 Glocc, Prodigy
24. F--k Wit A Baller - 40 Glocc Feat. Hot Rod
25. Traffiking The White - 40 Glocc Feat. Trife (M-Pound)
26. This Ain't Whatchu Want - 40 Glocc
27. I Just Want the Paper - 40 Glocc Feat. WS Bugg, Bad Lucc
28. I Heard - 40 Glocc Feat. Lil Flip, Liuetenant
29. Under The Sunshine - 40 Glocc Feat. Zoo Babiez
30. 40 Glocc Outspoken Vol. 3 Outro (www.tenpals.com/40glocc)
31. Duece 24z - 40 Glocc Feat. Village Boo

You can pre-order your copy of "Outspoken Vol. 3" from Hip-Hop West now by clicking here. Also be sure to check out 40 Glocc and DJ Strong on Myspace.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on "Outspoken Vol. 3."

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1195266133 - January 1, 1970 By : Lil Eazy-E just hit us up to release an exclusive statement about his feelings on Baby and Lil Wayne representing Blood in their songs, videos and appearances. Read it below:

"First of let me start of by saying much love to all my Crips, Pirus, and Bloods out there that have lived and shed blood for what they believe in and represent, but All This Extra Fake Gangbanging going on is really getting out of hand Im seeing This nigga Baby on 3 songs Blooding and LIL Wayne soowooping at the awards enough is enough this dont have nothing to do with them Blooding if they was Cripping I would have the same reaction.

Those of us that are true to this need to stand up and say enough is enough. I got homies who are in jail fighting for there lives and homies who are RIP behind this thang and for these fools who are clowining and making a mockery of us Im telling you no more.

This is part of the problem as to why the West is not winning right now these niggas have taking our style and way of life and destroying it well I have had enough. For every action there is a reaction.
"

Incase you missed Lil Eazy-E's latest street banger "I'm From Compton", check it out by
clicking here.

Edit on 11/18/07:

Lil Eazy-E asked us to add this to his statement to clarify things:

"Its not a beef so everyone can calm down with that im stating facts and if you dont understand that then the message wasnt meant for you im talking strictly to people who are cut from the same cloth as me I cant Beef with someone who does not have the proper knowledge on this particular subject im speaking on. They dont no dip shit bout banging so there for this is no beef I am talking to my people opening our eyes to dont get fooled by what you see on TV and here on Wax thats all."

Nima

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news 1195691527 - January 1, 1970 By : "Twista's 5th Annual Celebrity Weekend" is being held in Chicago, IL. this weekend for Twista's birthday. The event will be where "comedy and hip-hop unite!" On Friday, November 23rd, Twista's Comedy Explosion show will go down. Lisa E will be hosting the evening's festivities, and Kevin Hart (MTV's Celebrity Rap Superstar & Soul Plane,) Michael Blackston, Ill Will, and B. Cole will perform. This event is located at the Harold Washington Cultural Center (4701 Kings Drive, Chicago, IL.,) and the show begins at 9PM.

On Saturday, November 24th, Twista's actual birthday will take place, with DJ Drama and Dr. Sean Mac spinning for the evening. You can also expect surprise guest performances! Check out the flyer
here for more information on that.

Everyone in the area should definitely check these events out! Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news on hip-hop events.

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1195839931 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been a while since we've featured the 805's Monteloco on Dubcnn, so we're back today with an update on the Oxnard representer. For those that don't know, the 805 Movement - which encompasses every California city in Ventura County and Santa Barbara - is growing bigger and bigger by the day. Shouts out to every hip-hop fan in the 805! They support their own local artists, and everyone here at Dubcnn admires that.

Monteloco has been at the forefront of the 805 Movement from the beginning. After a series of successful CD releases, Monteloco recently dropped an online-only EP for all of his fans called "PlayaPapi." The seven-track project boasts production from Rockwilder and some talkbox work from Fingazz! We've got a track from the project for all of our readers today called "LowRider Truck," which was produced by LITO Beatz. Download it below.

Monteloco - LowRider Truck [Produced by LITO Beatz]

Make sure to add Monteloco as your friend on Myspace. If you would like to pick up a copy of "PlayaPapi," you can get it from CDBaby here, or from iTunes here.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Monteloco and the 805 Movement!

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1196621683 - January 1, 1970 By : If the answer is yes to the above then there has never been a better time to work with, and advertise, on Dubcnn. An ever expanding readership within key demographic age groups with disposable income means advertising on Dubcnn has never been more lucrative or successful.

With the festive period rapidly approaching we are currently offering package deals and special pricing on a host of our most popular campaign options as well as looking to develop a Partner Programme for clients in 2008.


We are looking to establish more key relationships with Artists, Labels and Organisations that want to see their awareness increase as well as forming strategic partnerships that meet our plans for 2008 - which is set to be Dubcnn's most successful year to date.

Interested in getting your name, product or service on Dubcnn? Looking to work alongside an established and respected name in the Entertainment industry and online? Then today is the day to start making plans with Dubcnn.com.

Contact us today to find out more about our Partner Programme as well as our current Festive period discounts on Advertising packages by
clicking here.

Rud

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news 1196829088 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn would like to present Chicago-transplanted Los Angeles native Anacron.

In 2001, Anacron released a very underrated album with the group The Netherworlds(Murs, Anacron Himself). Unfortunately, the album and music was not pushed properly, causing many hip hop fans to overlook it. The Netherworlds comes highly recommended, and features classic cuts like "Cali (Souled Out)" and "Fat Boys", both of which you can check out at
Myspace.com/TheNetherworlds.

Currently, Anacron is working on a group called Cornrowz and has been working for a few years with Old Man Malcom, the original DJ from Garbage and Citizen King. Readers can check out Cornrowz in our audio preview; The Cornrowz (Anacron) F/ Murs - Panties (Old Man Malcom Remix).

Anacron has also been busy recording his own solo material in the studio, and you can listen to the track Pneumonia (Way 2 Sicc) which is produced by Earmint.

Additionally, we have the track "Club Etiquette" which provides the perfect outline of conduct for the un-educated club-going class of today; Anacron - Club Etiquette

Audio:
Anacron - Pneumonia
Anacron - We Got The Beat F/ Irie of Pairograffs
The Cornrowz (Anacron) F/ Murs - Panties (Old Man Malcom Remix)
Anacron - Club Etiquette

For more info on Anacron, please visit Myspace.com/AnacronMusic.

JustinL

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news 1196976854 - January 1, 1970 By : Make sure to go out and support the new Ghostface Killah album, "The Big Doe Rehab" which was released yesterday. The album features "White Linen Affair (Toney Awards)" which is produced by Frequency (Snoop - TBCT).

You can grab the track from iTunes via the link below and read a little further down to see what the critics are already saying about "White Linen Affair (Toney Awards)":

iTunes Download :
Ghostface Killah - White Linen Affair (Toney Awards)

[SmokingSection.Rawkus.com]
"The spectacular 'White Linen Affair (Toney Awards)' features Brother Starks bum rushing the show˜Ol' Dirty style˜as he details the scenery to the smallest ruby while shouting out all the celebrities in the house."

[RollingStone.com]
"By the time he lays his inimitable, Ginsu-sharp whine into "White Linen Affair," a gloriously detailed rant that touches on baking soda, polar bears and Norah Jones, this much is clear: Right now is a good time to be a Wu-Tang fan."

[ByronCrawford.com]
An elaborate-ass concept song about an awards show attended by all sorts of rappers and celebrities. Pretty impressive in its level of detail. I also enjoyed the Don Rickles bit in the middle.

For more information please visit his MySpace page and as ever stay tuned to Dubcnn. Check out our interview with Frequency from earlier this year.

JustinL

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news 1197228536 - January 1, 1970 By : Gillie Da Kid, aka the "King Of Philly", has been buzzing for a minute now, both through controversial news and through his music. His single "Get Down On The Ground" has been getting spins, and he just released a remix to it featuring Peedi Crack and Freeway. He also linked up with Tek Nizzle of the Tangled Thoughts, and they created the track "In My Neighborhood", which have available for you to download exclusively below:

Gillie Da Kid -
In My Neighborhood (Prod. by Tek Nizzle)


We also have the "Get Down On The Ground (Remix)" for ya'll to check out, click below:

Gillie Da Kid - Get Down On The Ground (Remix) (ft. Peedi Crack & Freeway)

Enjoy the tracks, and make sure to check out Gillie Da Kid on MySpace by clicking here.

Nima

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news 1197444648 - January 1, 1970 By : This Thursday, December 13th, Argot presents The Great Wall featuring Basik of Bleu Collar, Pacific Division, Diz Gibran, and Ben Kartwright. Also featuring Dom Kennedy and 87 Stick Up Kids. Holding down the 1's & 2's as always is the world famous DJ Kiilu Grand and The KPL Allstars spinning the best joints you never heard as well as the classics joints you'll never forget. Be a part of Los Angeles history. Please go out and support local west coast hip hop.

December 13, 2007, Doors open @ 9pm, 21 & Over

The Echo
1822 Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90026

The Great Wall @ The Echo (Digital Flyer)

JustinL

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news 1197594822 - January 1, 1970 By : By now, you should be familiar with the name Young De - either as a member of Tangled Thoughts, as a protege of Kurupt, B-Real, and Damizza, or as simply "that dude who downed a whole bottle of Patron - twice!" In any event, you're going to hear a lot more from De in the near future, as he is now the host of Dubcnn's first official Radio Show!

The name of the program is "Coming Up With Young De," and it's hosted by De along with Eddie of Dubcnn.com. Each week, you can look forward to hearing plenty of exclusive music from De and the Tangled Thoughts camp, as well as some other favorite songs that we've recently dropped on Dubcnn.

You'll also get an inside look at De's new street album "Audio Hustlaz Volume 1," which will be dropping for free download on Dubcnn in January. We'll discuss everything from working with artists like B-Real, Damizza, Kurupt, and Ca$his to adjusting to life as a rising star in California. We'll hold nothing back, as this show is 100% Uncensored! We play whatever we want to, so that means there's gonna be nothing but West Coast heat on the playlist. Also expect some very special surprise guest hosts to drop by the show in upcoming weeks!

To download this week's episode of "Coming Up With Young De," use the link below. This podcast comes courtesy of Dubcnn's ever-growing Podcast Network, and expect a page to be updated soon so that you can catch up on past episodes as the weeks go on.

"Coming Up With Young De" - Dubcnn Radio: T.H.O. Edition [Free Download]

Here's the tracklist for this week's show. You'll get to hear world premiere music from Young De, B-Real, Damizza, Kurupt, Tangled Thoughts and more of your favorite West Coast artists in forthcoming episodes.

Week 1 - The Jumpoff (12/13/07)

1. Tangled Thoughts ft. Kurupt & Roscoe - Jumpoff [Produced by Tek Nizzle]
2. Young De - Patron [Produced by Damizza & "Jedi" Jared Moore]
3. Tangled Thoughts ft. Kurupt - Anutha Night In The 805 [Produced by Tek Nizzle]
4. Young De ft. B-Real - Audio Hustler [Produced by B-Real]
5. Eddie's Pick Of The Week: Ya Boy - I Need A Groupie
6. Gille Da Kid - In My Neighborhood [Produced by Tek Nizzle]
7. Tangled Thoughts ft. Jayo Felony & Baby Down - Don't Come Outside [Produced by Tek Nizzle]
8. De's Pick Of The Week: Ca$his - County On Fire [Produced by Rikkinatti]
9. Damizza ft. Young De - Philly 2 Cali [Produced by Damizza & "Jedi" Jared Moore]

Make sure to drop off your feedback for us on the forum so that we can continually improve the show to fit your needs. Also don't forget to add Young De as your friend on Myspace.

We're glad that we have the outlet to provide 100% West Coast programming like this! Look out for new episodes of "Coming Up With Young De" to drop every Thursday, exclusively on Dubcnn!

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1197927229 - January 1, 1970 By : Universal Motown's multi-platinum-selling, Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter/actress Erykah Badu returns to the music limelight with her debut single "Honey." Laced with Erykah's bluesy grit and MC style vocals, the song is bolstered by producer's 9th Wonder's razor sharp hip hop beats.

Badu describes the song as "an old school track with some funk on it." Praise for the single is already rolling in, with tastemaker DJs in NY, Chicago, Dallas and other cities already declaring their love for the innovative song.


The recent release of "Honey" on November 20th also marks Badu's 10th year in the music industry. To celebrate, the gifted trendsetter prepares the release of her much anticipated new album on her birthday, February 26th. Badu has enlisted some of the most talented, groundbreaking underground producers and engineers in the hip-hop game to support her breakthrough return, including Grammy Award winning producer 9th Wonder (Jay-Z, Nas, Mary J. Blige), Madlib, Mike "Chav" Chavarria and R&B singer Bilal. A special, 12-inch pink wax edition will be available only to DJ's next month and will feature album tracks, "The Healer" and "Real Thing."
"The music is the star," says Erykah, "I just laid down my vocals and let the music breathe while the melodies tell the stories."

Watch exclusive footage of Erykah Badu discussing her new single, "Honey" (prod. by 9th Wonder), from her February 26 release.... nu amerykah.

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Erykah Badu talks "Honey" (YouTube)
Erykah Badu talks "Honey" (Quicktime)

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Erykah Badu - Honey (WMedia)

For more information on Erykah Badu, please visit myspace.com/erykahbadu and/or baduworld.com.


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news 1198192736 - January 1, 1970 By : Although “The New West World Order Volume 1” is still buzzing like crazy, Meech Wells [visit his Myspace page here] is almost done with the second installment of his street album series. The new project will feature guest appearances from Eastwood, Young Mack Life, Young Joker, and the rest of the usual suspects – but you can look out for some big name surprise guests to pop up as well!

While Meech is putting the finishing touches on the album right now, he’s looking for a special new talent to fill one guest spot. Being that this is the holiday season, Meech wants to extend his hand to the right MC that deserves some big time shine. Knowing that Dubcnn is a breeding ground for all kinds of up-and-coming talent on the West, he came to us, and after some joint brainstorming we’re pleased to announce one of our most exciting contests to date. We’re bringing “8 Days Of Christmas” to the West Coast underground this holiday season. Together, we’re gonna hook you up with what could be your big break into the West Coast rap game!

Below is the instrumental to “Nite L.O.C.S.,” a Meech Wells production that originally featured Snoop Dogg, Kokane, and Goldie Loc. Meech wants to see what you can do with this track. To enter the contest, all you have to do is record a new version of this song. Drop your own original concept, lyrics, and delivery on the cut, and be sure to give it your all!

Keep in mind that Meech is looking for an MC with a fresh style. He’s also not looking for typical gangsta rap on this track. In fact, that’s the point of this contest. Think of it this way: Meech is asking you, “How would you update this track to make it appeal to the average hip-hop fan in 2007?” It’s a tough task, but if you can pull it off you’ll get hooked up in a major way! Download the instrumental below and get started.

Meech Wells – Nite L.O.C.S. [Instrumental] [DO NOT Base Your Song Around This Title/Concept]

When you’re done recording your song, send it in to eddie@dubcnn.com with the subject line as “Dubcnn & Meech Wells: ‘8 Days Of Christmas’ Contest.” Only MP3 and WMA formats will be accepted. Also be sure to include your MC name, phone number, and a Myspace page if you’ve got one. We strongly encourage that you join our forum community if you haven't already as well, because Meech will be in there frequently to chat with you directly.

After the contest is closed, we’ll drop all of your songs off with Meech as a late Christmas present, and he’ll personally listen to every single one of them. After careful review, he’ll pick the winner himself!

The lucky MC who wins the contest will get the amazing opportunity to come out to Meech Wells’ studio and work on a song with him! The track that the two of you record will be featured on “The New West World Order Volume 2,” which is dropping for free download in January, only on Dubcnn. There are a lot of major moves in the works right now over at Meech's In A Zone Productions, so while we can’t say anything right now, aligning yourself with this camp is definitely a position that you want to be in.

If you’re serious about getting into the game, this is an opportunity that you can’t pass up! In keeping with the “8 Days Of Christmas” theme, the contest will end on December 28th, 2007 at 12:00 AM PST – 8 days from now. You’re gonna have to get it in gear to get this track done, but we have faith in you! The winner will be announced right here on Dubcnn on December 30th. Good luck!

From everyone at Dubcnn and Meech Wells: Happy Holidays!

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1199988660 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been a long, long time since an official solo album from Hip-Hop veteran Del The Funky Homosapien, eight years to be exact! A lot of time has passed since "I Wish My Brother George Was Here", "No Need for Alarm", "Future Development", and "Both Sides of the Brain"! Since then, the Bay Area MC has concentrated on several collaborations; including 2000’s "Deltron 3030" with Dan “The Automator” Nakamura and Kid Koala, and 2001’s Gorillaz with Blur’s Damon Albarn.

But fans have been hungry for another solo album from one of the most creative rappers on the scene. "Eleventh Hour" is that album, and it's set to drop March 11th through Definite Jux records! Del leaked a first single from the album called "Bubble Pop", and this joint will take you right back into time.

Check out "Bubble Pop" below:

Del The Funky Homosapien - Bubble Pop

Don't forget, "Eleventh Hour" drops March 11th, we'll keep bringing you the latest word on this album.

Nima

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news 1200336398 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn has teamed up with Cornerstone Promotion for an exclusive Priority Records and Mitchell & Ness contest.

Five (5) winners will receive a Ronnie Lott official throwback jersey from Mitchell & Ness, as well as the following Priority Records CDs: "Featuring...Eazy-E", "The Best of Mack 10: Foe Life", "The Best of Westside Connection", "NWA Straight Outta Compton: 20th Anniversary", "The Best of Fiend: Mr. Whomp Whomp".

To enter, simply email
contest@dubcnn.com with your name and address along with your answers to the following five questions in regards to the Priority artists. Entries must be submitted by January 31, 2008, and winners will be selected and notified in the following week.

1) What is Eazy-E's real name?
2) How many solo albums has Mack 10 released?
3) Who are the three members of Westside Connection?
4) What was N.W.A.'s first album?
5) What record label did Fiend sign to in 1997?

(The answers to these questions can be found by reading through the Press Release link below)



Priority Records / Mitchell & Ness - Exclusive Dubcnn Contest Page


Priority Records / Mitchell & Ness Contest: Press Releases

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news 1200428803 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Nik Bean has just issued a huge press release regarding his latest projects. We're going to drop the whole thing for you to read today, so check it out below, and don't forget to visit DJ Nik Bean on Myspace!

"Renowned Los Angeles-based DJ Nik Bean has announced plans today to release a new mixtape project every week during the months of January, February, and March. This is exciting news for fans of California hip-hop, who have quickly come to recognize Nik’s mixtapes as a street-savvy source of quality music. While Nik has created compilations for West Coast legends like Ice Cube, Tha Dogg Pound, and Jayo Felony, he is most well-known for his ability to highlight the best in new artists, as evidenced by his projects with emerging superstars Hot Dollar and Glasses Malone.

Nik, known in the streets as “The Mixtape Hustler,” will be on the grind more than ever with this three-month long mixtape extravaganza. A highlight from the set is “Streetz Of L.A. Volume 4,” the latest installment in Nik’s highly successful West Coast mixtape series. For this fourth edition, Nik has teamed up with L.A. radio heavyweight Felli Fel and Atlanta’s mixtape champion DJ Drama to create what will assuredly be one of the biggest mixtape releases of the year. The involvement from Drama and Felli Fel, the latter of which recently signed with Atlanta-based So So Def Records, will combine with Nik’s California-bred mentality to make the project a cross-country success in more ways than one.

Nik and Felli Fel have teamed up to release four other projects together during this blitz. A Valentine’s Day release with lyrical firestarter Crooked I entitled “The St. Valentine’s Bossacre” will hit the streets as a surprise gift. The project will feature a variety of new and previously unreleased material. Mixtapes with G-Unit’s Spider Loc, renowned writer Problem, and Aftermath-signee Stat Quo will also come from the newly formed powerhouse team. DJ Felli Fel’s debut project “Go DJ” is set for an early 2008 release. A video for the nationwide hit single from the album, “Get Buck In Here,” will be released next week. You can purchase “Get Buck In Here” from iTunes by clicking here.

Nik has many more projects to put out. Solo mixtapes include “Sonically Correct” with Watts star Bangloose, Sillk Calone’s “By Way Of South Central,” and releases from Roscoe Umali and Yung Berg. Nik has also teamed up with Atlanta’s DJ Scream and “The Butcher” DJ Vlad for a mixtape with 2Five titled “Talk Is Cheap, I Plead The 5th.” The Bay Area will be excited when Nik drops Balance’s “Unsigned Legend” alongside the highly-respected DJ Rah2K as well.

With over ten mixtapes ready for release, Nik is giving the public many more reasons to call him “L.A.’s Mixtape King.” However, it won’t be long before the “Mixtape Hustler” steps into the retail album world. Nik has officially started to record material for his full-length debut album, tentatively titled “The Hustler’s Manual.” The project will feature an all-star lineup of West Coast acts and some very special surprise guests from other regions as well. Fans can be on the look out for the album in stores later this year.

Nik is also starting “Streetz Of L.A. Radio,” his weekly radio offering. The first episode will air on Sirius Satellite Radio’s Shade 45 channel in the beginning of February. In addition to all of these music projects, Nik is also putting together a new DVD magazine that will be released four times annually. “Street Certified” promises to give viewers a look at the inner-workings of the hip-hop world. Artists like Crooked I, Rick Ross, Mistah F.A.B., and Glasses Malone have already contributed to the first issue, which will arrive in stores next month.

DJ Nik Bean is starting 2008 off with a loud bang on the West Coast that will be heard across the nation. The three-month long mixtape blitz will simply solidify his spot as one of the hardest-working, and most prominent, mixtape DJs in the game."

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1201200205 - January 1, 1970 By : One of the hottest street albums of 2007 is now available in untagged form, courtesy of LNS/Diocese/TakeOff and the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network! Yes, we're talking about Taje's "Hot Box 2", and we're very excited to present this full-length album in its full glory for free download today. Grab your copy below!

Taje - Hot Box: The Second Hit [Untagged Verison] [Free Download]

Make sure to add Taje, Dae One, and Diverse as your friends on Myspace.

We've also got a new video for you to check out today, where you can see Taje and DJ Warrior promoting "Hot Box 2" out on the East Coast. It's a really tight clip, so be sure to check it out!

Taje Promo Tour Footage [Youtube]

If you've missed out on past videos that we dropped the first time around, here's some other footage with the likes of Busta Rhymes, Warren G, Bishop Lamont, and Gillie Da Kid.

Taje With Busta Rhymes, Warren G, & Bishop Lamont [Youtube]

Taje with Gillie Da Kid In Philly [Youtube]

We're also going to re-post Mopreme Shakur's single from the "Tupac Assassination" soundtrack because it can't be missed! The song features Taje, Bishop Lamont, & Indef. The "Tupac Assassination" soundtrack is in stores now, so if you're feeling the music, don't forget to pick up a copy at your local retailer.

Mopreme Shakur - Death Before Dishonor (ft. Taje, Bishop Lamont, & Indef) [Produced by Kalypso]

"Hot Box 2" has accumulated over 55,000 downloads, and 25,000 additional hard copies were distributed worldwide! Taje wants to thank everyone for their support! The "Get It Gang" street album is being wrapped up for a March release, and you'll get smoked out again when "Hot Box 3" drops this summer!

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1201804838 - January 1, 1970 By : Bishop Lamont teams up with DJ Rampage for the mixtape that started it all, "Who I Gotta Kill To Get A Record Deal", the tape that got Dr. Dre to pay attention and end up signing Bishop Lamont to his prestigious label Aftermath Records.

Diocese and TakeOff Productions have teamed up again to re-release the infamous mixtape, which is hosted and mixed by DJ Rampage.

Download the mixtape below:

Bishop Lamont - Who I Gotta Kill To Get A Record Deal (Mixtape) (Mixed by DJ Rampage)

Also be on the lookout for "CALTROiT METROPOLiS" w/ DJ Warrior coming soon, "The Collection Plate" w/ DJ Whoo Kid coming soon and yes, Detox is coming very very soon! Also Bishop attended Glasses Malone and Akon's video shoot for "Certified", you can check out some pics in the update below.

Nima

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news 1201886078 - January 1, 1970 By : Music and TV superstar Snoop Dogg announced today that the 6th annual Snoop Bowl will be taking place on February 2, 2008. The annual game, hosted by Snoop Dogg himself, will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Matt Leinart Foundation (http://www.mattleinartfoundation.org). The game will be held at Hamilton High School in Chandler, AZ.

Snoop Bowl VI will feature the Snoop Dogg All-Stars, a youth football team from California coached by Snoop Dogg, against local Arizona youth football players. The game will be held the day before Super Bowl XXII, and is expected to draw many fans. Matt Leinart, Heisman Trophy Winner and Arizona Cardinals Quarterback, will be in attendance, representing his charitable foundation. The Hamilton High School band will be performing at halftime.

"For five years now we have had a great time organizing and preparing for the Snoop Bowl. It gives the kids a reason to work and play hard throughout the season, knowing that it all culminates on this day," says Snoop Dogg. "It is about so much more than the game, the Snoop Youth Football League gives kids hope and meaning outside of just the sport."

The Snoop Dogg All-Stars are made up of kids who participate in the Snoop Youth Football League, a football league funded by Snoop Dogg and comprised of over 3,000 kids in the Greater Los Angeles area. Snoop Dogg founded the league in 2005 in order to provide at-risk youth an affordable way to play football. Kids who participate must maintain strict academic requirements to remain eligible. Coach Snoop even provides insurance to each participant free of cost.

Tickets can be purchased starting Jan. 15 at Celebritytheatre.com; The JohnJay and Rich Radio Show (KIIS 104.7) at (877) 937-1047; or by calling Hamilton High School at (480) 883-5000

JustinL

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news 1202082239 - January 1, 1970 By : The Shady capo Cashis from the O.C. has been on his grind, recently releasing his "Bogish Boy Vol. 2" mixtape, while still blasting out new street tracks on a daily basis.

Today we have a special Cashis drop for ya'll, we have put together a new mixtape that we called "The Leak", with 15 new Cashis joints on there, over both original and borrowed beats. All original beats are produced by Rikkinati except for one track produced by C-Major, who also mixed all the songs.

Don't sleep on this, this is something to feed the streets while Cashis is working on his Shady Records solo debut "Loose Cannon", which is currently set to drop in the summertime. We'll keep you updated on the latest, for now go ahead and download "The Leak" below:

Dubcnn presents Cashis - "The Leak" (Mixtape)

Enjoy the music, and be on the lookout for more news on the producer Rikkinati, and of course on Cashis & Shady Records.

Cashis just sent us a message for the dubcnn visitors, check it out below:

"Thanx Nima and errbody at dubcnn.com!! We finally got a home 2 put out real quality, non watered down muzic! Much Love to errbody nominated at the Justo's: my pahtnahz 40 Glocc, Skee and Warrior.. And much love to the 1's I don't clicc with too! It'z about the West winning, (note to my enemies: we will handle ours at a discrete time, and keep it on the West, family bidness stayz in the house, if we beef in the public eye... we all lose! If we really be street about it, u and I will know, but the outcome wouldn't result in damaging your image, which results in loss of income!!!).

All the West iz about 2 be best and I'ma be in the crowd supporten all ya'll!! Thanx 4 downloading "The Leak". Yeah nigga we guranteed 2 win next year! U tell me who can c it! Much love to new west and the west coast originators... From Diego to the Bay! Ya'll let a Loose cannon from South East Side Chicago, come here, and get rich! I ain't never leaving. I appreciate all the love. Young De, B. Real, and Kurupt, what up my Audio Hussla Niggaz!! G'z up, don't ease up ya'll!!

From Shady Capo/Blacc Jesus/Ca$his. Loose Cannon Double CD drops the week of 7-27-08 ask King Mathers, anybody in my Shady family, or my Interscope family!! I'ma keep leaking joints through dubcnn, so stay checcen folk!! Stay poppen Shady LTD tags! 227 ya'll! The West got 2 platinum plaques last year. The Re-Up, yeah succa, I'm on 8 jointz.. another W for the West Coast! And The Game's Doctor's Advocate went plat (extra big ups 2: G-Unit/Aftermath/Geffen). '08 I'ma do it again, solo this time. G.Malone, Bishop, Hot Rod, Clyde Carson, 40 Glocc, Lil E, these are the guranteed releases I know of this year... That should be 7 new plaques! If we don't get it now, the doors will close ya'll! Cuz you know Snoop gone get his and Detox, is unfair to count, because...who can fucc wit Dre??
" - Cashis

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news 1202156740 - January 1, 1970 By : We've reached three months of "Monumental Monday's, that dubcnn and Young Dre The Truth have been bringing you week for week. As always, Week 12 features a new blog and a song to go along with it, and this week's motto is "The Truth".

The title is self explanatory, and who would be in a better position to talk about the subject than The Truth himself, Young Dre. In his blog he also explains how this week's song came out, which is a remake of India Arie's song "The Truth".

The song is short, but super smooth and to the point, make sure to check it out along with the blog:

Young Dre The Truth - Monumental Monday Week 12: Blog & Audio "The Truth"

Enjoy this week's Monumental Monday, come back next Monday for Week 13 of Young Dre The Truth's successful series!

Nima

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news 1202789264 - January 1, 1970 By : Today is 2/11, so it's finally time for Meech Wells to stick up the hip-hop industry with the release of his latest street album "The New West World Order 2". As always, Dubcnn is exclusively hooking you up with the free download to bump in your car, but get an extra CD ready, because this one's a double-disc set!

We promised you that "The New West World Order 2" would be bigger and badder than the first, and once you get a look at the track listing, you'll see that we weren't kidding!

Young Joker, Eastwood, Young Mack Life, and 211 are featured throughout the project, but the album is also packed with exclusive new songs from heavy-hitters like The Game, Crooked I, Jim Jones, Sean Kingston, Ya Boy, Yukmouth, Sly Boogy, and Ali Vegas.

Lil Lyn, an up-and-coming rapper from Virginia who won Meech & Dubcnn's “12 Days Of Christmas” contest, is featured on the project as well. The “12 Day” Dubcnn-sponsored talent search allowed for any new MC to submit their best work to Meech in hopes of winning a placement on “The New West World Order 2”. If you've been curious to see how Meech and Lyn's collaboration turned out, the wait is over!

This album is filled to the brim with West Coast hits, and Black Wall Street's DJ L-Gee lends his talent to mix the songs perfectly. "The New West World Order 2" is a must-download no matter how you look at it, so grab yourself free copy by using the link below!

Meech Wells Presents - The New West World Order 2 [2 CD Set] [Mixed by DJ L-Gee]
[Free Download]

Check out Meech Wells, Young Joker, Eastwood, Young Mack Life, DJ L-Gee, & 211 on their Myspace pages. This project is a huge release for Meech and the In A Zone camp, so make sure to download it and support them to the fullest! We'll be back with more exclusive news, as well as new interviews with Young Joker & Young Mack Life, in the next few weeks.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest exclusive street album releases!

Related Links:
Dubcnn’s Video Interview With Meech Wells [February 2008]

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1203973292 - January 1, 1970 By : Hip-Hop Chess Federation (HHCF) founder Adisa Banjoko will team up with rappers San Quinn and Balance to speak with students about the importance of choosing a positive lifestyle, at Juan Crespi Middle School in El Sobrante, CA on February 28th.

Banjoko will lead a panel discussion that will examine how young people can use the positive aspects of Hip-Hop and Black History to create effective life strategies. "No one has been able to reach the hearts of today's youth like rappers," said Adisa.

"San Quinn and Balance are champions to so many young people who love Hip-Hop. The HHCF is honored that San Quinn and Balance are donating their time and minds to the kids at Juan Crespi Middle School."

The HHCF fuses music, chess and martial arts to promote unity, strategy and nonviolence. They believe that giving young people direct access to the athletes, artists and chess players the youth will be inspired to enhance their academic and social life. Through generous donations, www.chesspark.com will provide free accounts to all Juan Crespi students who wish to enhance their lives through the game of chess. Additionally, limited copies of the Ubisoft video game Chessmaster 11 and bestselling book The Art of Learning by Josh Waitzkin will be available at this one of a kind event.

"It's important to take time with the youth because we had leaders to inspire us" said San Quinn. "They need to see that we look up to them for being in school. They are the future and we want to share our struggles to help children of all ethnicities."

"Too many times when Hip-Hop is in the news, they're highlighting something negative," said Balance. "We want to make sure we show the kids the positive aspects of what we do and how they can make better choices for themselves."


Nima

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news 1204589760 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back with Week 16 of Young Dre The Truth's "Monumental Monday" weekly feature, and we're also announcing the 10 winners of our "Get It" contest with Young Dre The Truth & EA Sports, where we gave out 10 copies of the NFL Tour game, along with an additional EA Sports game for the first 3 winners.

This week's Monumental Monday is called "I Love L.A.", and Young Dre The Truth takes you on a trip through the city of angels, explaining what makes L.A. so special to him and his feelings towards the city.

Make sure to download the banging track that goes along with it, produced by Cavie. There was also a video shot to the song, which you can watch by
clicking here. Check out Week 16 below:

Young Dre The Truth - Monumental Monday Week 16: "I Love L.A."

Let's get to the contest winners, below are the names of the 10 persons who won the "Get It" contest, the first three also get to pick an additional EA Sports game, for either PS3 or XBox 360:

1. Julio Santos (CA), 2. Jaimie Branco (Canada), 3. Bjarni Heiðar Bjarnason (Iceland), Grant Logan (Australia), Arnoldo Millan (Mexico), Bryan Bonilla (CA), Aydin Certel (Turkey), Tom Capon (UK), Stephen Verra (NY), Nello Rubio (IL)

Congratulations to the winners!

In related news, Young Dre The Truth will be performing with Mistah FAB & Zion I at the El Rey Theater on Wilshire Blvd in Los Angeles on March 6th, check out the information on the show by clicking here. To get tickets ahead of time at a discount price, click here.

Nima

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news 1204762812 - January 1, 1970 By : Exactly one year and three days ago, Bishop Lamont made history by dropping his groundbreaking project "N*gger Noize" on Dubcnn for free download. "N*gger Noize" had beats from 9th Wonder, Focus, Scott Storch & DJ Khalil, and features from Mike Ant, Stacee Adams, PR1ME & Indef.

After a downright painful year-long wait, today we're proud to present the untagged version of the street album that started it all. This new version comes packaged with the thought-provoking cut "American Dreams", produced by Focus! There's also brand-new artwork, so be sure to check the covers out.

We know you've all been dying to hear the CD, so that's enough talking. Download it, for free as always, below! We'd like to give a special shout out to project managers TakeOff Productions for all of their work on this release.

Diocese Records Presents Bishop Lamont - N*gger Noize: Untagged 1-Year Anniversary Special Edition [Free Download]

To celebrate this amazing drop, we've also got the third and final part of our interview with Bishop for you to read today. In this last segment, we discuss Bishop’s debut album “The Reformation”, including how he picks guests and producers and what he hopes the public gets from the project when it’s released. After this, we hear about Bishop’s new street album “The Collection Plate” with DJ Whoo Kid.

We also talk his work on Warren G’s new album, PR1ME’s street album “The Transformation”, and we get his opinion on Crooked I’s “Hip-Hop Weekly” series. Read on to find out about all of these topics and much more.

Exclusive Interview With Bishop Lamont: Part 3 [March 2008]

Make sure to visit Bishop Lamont on Myspace and thank him for blessing us with these drops! Be on the lookout for "CALTROiT METROPOLiS", "The Collection Plate", and, oh yeah, "DETOX", to drop sooner than you think.

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1206029609 - January 1, 1970 By : The New Era brand, in conjunction with Imperial Records, Terror Squad and Cornerstone Promotion, is excited to announce an exclusive cap collaboration for Fat Joe’s 8th full-length album, The Elephant In The Room. This anticipated collaboration features a co-branded fitted cap decked out with graphics that were created between New Era and Fat Joe to honor the release of The Elephant In The Room.

A limited run of promo-only caps will be issued in mid-March to pay tribute to the Fat Joe album release. The custom cap will be available exclusively through in-store and online promos from New Era, Imperial Records, Terror Squad and Cornerstone Promotion.

DUBCNN readers will have their chance at winning one of these exclusive Fat Joe caps. To enter the contest, simply email
JustinL@dubcnn.com with your name and address. Entries must be submitted by March 31, 2008, and winner will be randomly selected and notified in the following week.

Fat Joe & New Era (Creating the Hat) [YouTube]
Fat Joe & New Era (In-Store) [YouTube]

Pictures of the hat made by New Era x Imperial Records X Terror Squad x Cornerstone Promotion:
Picture 1 | Picture 2 | Picture 3 | Picture 4

For more information please visit: NewEraCap.com, Myspace.com/FatJoe, ImperialRecords.com.

JustinL

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news 1206124576 - January 1, 1970 By : The Westurn Union is shaping up to become the most promising new group from the West Coast. Consisting of Long Beach's own Soopafly, Inglewood's Damani and the Watts Riot Bad Lucc, the trio is ready to present the world their first project, "House Shoe Musik Vol. 1". The mixtape/street album will be dropping early April and features 12 refreshing tracks from the Westurn Union.

"House Shoe Musik Vol. 1" was arranged, mixed and hosted by DJ Crazy Toones, and those of you who heard the "CT Experience" mixtape know what that means - creative mixing and scratching, no tags.

Since Big Snoop Dogg formed the group two years ago, fans have been eager to hear a whole project from the Westurn Union, and it's finally coming! "House Shoe Musik Vol. 1" was entirely produced by Soopafly, except for one track done by Warren "Baby Dubb" Campbell.

We have the first single off the mixtape available right here for ya'll, it's called "All Night", samples Michael Jackson, features BJ on the hook and is one of the more up-tempo tracks off the mixtape. Get it below:

Westurn Union - All Night (ft. BJ)

Incase you haven't heard the last Westurn Union track we dropped, "Cali Grown", which is also featured on "House Shoe Musik Vol. 1", check it out below because it was a favorite on dubcnn when it dropped:

Westurn Union - Cali Grown

Be on the lookout for more music from the mixtape before it drops, it should be going on sale early April right here on dubcnn. Damani, Soopafly and Bad Lucc really demonstrate their chemistry on this one over thumping Soopafly production, and the whole thing is perfectly orchestrated by DJ Crazy Toones on the 1's and 2's, making "House Shoe Musik Vol. 1" a listening experience you won't want to miss! Keep it locked to dubcnn.

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news 1206495962 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back today with Week 2 of "The West Coast Grind" with Young De & Eddie, Dubcnn Radio's tight new show where we take you into the world of your favorite artists. This week, we reached out to Crooked I to discuss his year-long "Hip-Hop Weekly" series that will come to a close tomorrow.

Crooked breaks down our
forum community's top five favorite "Hip-Hop Weekly" songs, giving you an inside look as to where he was coming from on each record. He also gives us some information about his next mixtape "Block Obama" with DJ Strong & DJ Whoo Kid, and his new single with Akon.

Beyond this, Crooked gives us his true feelings about the state of the West Coast, and he explores his plans to make the scene more successful.

Young De also gives us the EXCLUSIVE world premiere of his new single with Ca$his from their forthcoming duo street album "Cons-Piracy". It's another one-of-a-kind show that only "The West Coast Grind" could serve up, so don't sleep on it! Download or stream the podcast by following the link below.

"The West Coast Grind" With Young De & Eddie:
Week 2 - With Special Guest Crooked I
[Podcast]

Don't forget to add Young De and Crooked I as your friends on Myspace. Be on the look out for the FINAL "Hip-Hop Weekly" to drop tomorrow, right here on Dubcnn. If you need to catch up on earlier installments of the freestyle series, visit Dubcnn's Official Hip-Hop Weekly Archive.

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news 1206988505 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn and Cornerstone Promotion have teamed up for a quick Erykah Badu contest giveaway. Dubcnn has ONE (1) Limited Edition Erykah Badu-The Healer/Real Thang (Purple & Pink Vinyl) to give away.

To enter the contest, simply email JustinL@dubcnn.com with your name and address. Entries must be submitted by April 1, 2008, and winner will be randomly selected and notified by end of week..



Limited Edition Erykah Badu-The Healer/Real Thang (Purple & Pink Vinyl)

Record 1 - Purple Vinyl
Side A: 1. The Healer (Produced By Madlib) (Clean Version)
Side B: 1. The Healer (Produced By Madlib)

Record 2 - Pink Vinyl
Side C:
1. Real Thang (Produced By Madlib) (Extended Play/Main)
2. Real Thang (Produced By Madlib) (A Cappella)
Side D:
3. Real Thang (Remixed By Rashad "Ringo" Smith/Tumblin Dice)
4. Real Thang (Remixed By Green Lantern)

Make sure to go out and support Erykah Badu's new album, "New Amerykah", which is in stores now. For more information on Erykah Badu, please visit myspace.com/erykahbadu and/or baduworld.com.


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news 1207162187 - January 1, 1970 By : The release of Soopafly, Bad Lucc and Damani's mixtape "House Shoe Musik Vol. 1" is getting closer by the day, and in preparation of the release the group has allowed dubcnn to exclusively premier another track off the project, after we brought you the single "All Night" last week.

This one is called "Ain't Gonna Happen" and is one of my personal favorites on the CD. All three MC's spit bars over the banging Soopafly production, but Bad Lucc once again absolutely murders the track, Lucc has been on fire lately, I think a lot of people aren't ready for the Watts Riot!

'Nuff talk, let's get to the music, check out "Ain't Gonna Happen" below:

Westurn Union - Ain't Gonna Happen (Prod. by Soopafly)

The "House Shoe Musik Vol. 1" mixtape, which is arranged, mixed and hosted by DJ Crazy Toones will be ready for digital sale by the end of the week, and hard copies will be ready to ship early next week. Dubcnn will keep you updated on everything, so just check back with us. This isn't a project you wanna miss out on, this trio is really bringing some fresh West Coast music to the table.

Here are the previous two tracks that dubcnn brought you off "House Shoe Musik Vol. 1":

Westurn Union - All Night (ft. BJ)
Westurn Union - Cali Grown

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news 1207725803 - January 1, 1970 By : As promised, we're back with an exclusive interview with Soopafly, Damani and Bad Lucc aka the Westurn Union. First off thanks for all the positive feedback on the preview tracks we brought you from the groups mixtape "House Shoe Musik Vol. 1". The mixtape is officially ready and you can order your hard copy now or download it digitally.

To buy "House Shoe Musik Vol. 1" for $7,00, click below to go to the dubcnn "House Shoe Musik Vol. 1" mixtape page, where you can also preview a few tracks:

Westurn Union - House Shoe Musik Vol. 1 (Mixtape Page) (Arranged by DJ Crazy Toones)

We also connected with the trio to discuss the mixtape, see why they went with DJ Crazy Toones to put it together, their relationship with Snoop Dogg, the state of the West Coast, their upcoming album, future plans and much much more. DJ Crazy Toones even makes a special appearance in the interview to talk about his work with the group, so check it out below:

Exclusive Interview With The Westurn Union (April '08)

Enjoy the interview, and make sure to cop "House Shoe Musik Vol. 1" now, you will not be dissapointed. Check out the preview tracks below if you're still not convinced:

Westurn Union - All Night (ft. BJ)
Westurn Union - Ain't Gonna Happen
Westurn Union - Cali Grown

Nima

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news 1207879509 - January 1, 1970 By : Fresh off the mammoth success of his "Hip-Hop Weekly" series, Crooked I is prepping a new mixtape called "Block Obama" with DJ Strong & DJ Whoo Kid. The project will feature a mix of original productions and freestyles, with plenty of surprises in store as well.

We caught up with DJ Strong to discuss the project, and he expressed his enthusiasm. "It's Crooked I at his finest", Strong said of the tape. When asked about his collaborations with DJ Whoo Kid, Strong replied, "We got into talks about doing more tapes together, so me and him are going to knock out some real top notch West Coast [mixtapes] before summer. There should be 4 or 5 of them with Whoo Kid and myself."

We'll keep you updated as always on the latest news regarding "Block Obama". Don't forget to check out DJ Strong's "Palm Trees & Gangstas Radio", which airs on Fridays at 11 PM PST on Sirius Satellite Radio. You can check out the podcast from a recent show, where Strong goes over his top "Hip-Hop Weekly" picks, by using the links below.

DJ Strong -
Palm Trees & Gangstas Radio [Hip-Hop Weekly Picks]

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Crooked I & DJ Strong.

Related Links:
Crooked I on Dubcnn Radio's "West Coast Grind with Young De & Eddie " [Podcast]
The Official Crooked I "Hip-Hop Weekly" Archive

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1207919853 - January 1, 1970 By : This years Paid Dues independent hip-hop festival, promoted by MURS 3:16 in association with Guerilla Union (Rock The Bells, Cypress Hill Smoke Out), powered by SanDisk - and proudly sponsored by Dubcnn - has announced it has expanded throughout June.

A new series of festivals will take place in New York, Ft. Lauderdale, Denver and San Francisco. Tickets to these additional dates go on open sale Saturday April 19th however at the foot of this update you can see all ticket sale/pre-sale information.

After wrapping up its third sold-out annual Southern California festival date on March 22 [full event gallery and media coming to Dubcnn soon] artists included on the line-up such as Sage Francis, Little Brother, Hieroglyphics, Buckshot of Boot Camp Clik and Yak Ballz will appear on these additional festival series dates as well. Also confirmed to join on select dates are Rakim, De La Soul, GZA, Blackalicous, Supernatural & Scrath, Kidz In The Hall, Solillaquists Of Sound and Braille - with Murs and 9th Wonder to host. For further details check out guerillaunion.com/paiddues.

Dates and venues for the June Paid Dues Festival Series are: Wed June 4, Nokia Theatre in New York, NY. Sat June 7, Club Cinema in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Fri June 13, Fillmore Auditorium in Denver, CO. Sat June 14, Berkeley Community Theatre in Berkeley, CA.

Artists Buckshot, 9th Wonder, Kidz In The Hall and Braille have all signed onto the festival series in support of their upcoming album releases. Braille's "The IV Edition" is expected to hit stores April 15 with a release by Buckshot & 9th Wonder titled "The Formula" to follow on April 29. Kidz In The Hall are set to put out "The In Crowd" on May 13 to close off the pre-festival series releases.

Rolling into its third year, Paid Dues supports a fan base of a vibrant scene of underground hip-hop artists all on one platform. Called "A conscious hip-hop love-in…" by Flavorpill, it supports this genre of music largely shunned by the mainstream media. Here, advanced lyricism, stinging political commentary and quality DJ performances flourish in a seemingly parallel universe. In 2006 the first Paid Dues festival with a line-up featuring Felt, Aesop Rock, Living Legends, El-P, Hangar 18 and more, sold out with over 5,000 concert goers packing the Shrine Expo Center in Los Angeles. The following year MURS and Guerilla Union, along with performers Felt, Living Legends, Sage Francis, Brother Ali and others, teamed up again for the Paid Dues festival tour for over ten dates across the country. This summer, Paid Dues seeks to expand its national presence with its festival series in select cities.

"“We are very proud to continue this partnership with Murs by expanding the Paid Dues independent hip hop platform to a festival series in select cities. We are introducing Paid Dues as a festival series with acts whom we feel champion the independent hip hop scene. Rakim and De La Soul not only pioneered the hip hop movement, they epitomized the DIY spirit long before the trend became common," states Chang Weisberg of Guerilla Union. "Add in the rest of the bill and you have a platform of artists that truly illustrates what Paid Dues is about. With SanDisk’s ongoing support, the mission to both educate conscious music fans to capture and share content; and empower artists to produce and share that content in new ways continues to strengthen our community to ‘Wake Up Your Phone’."

Murs adds short and sweetly, "It’s summer. It’s Hip Hop. It’s going to be a good time."

Pre-sale tickets will be available through guerillaunion.com/paiddues on Thursday, April 17 and through myspace.com/paidduesfestival on Friday, April 18. After, general on-sale begins Saturday, April 19. See guerillaunion.com/paiddues for on-sale information in your area. Dubcnn is once again sponsoring and supporting Murs, Guerilla Union and the Paid Dues festivals.

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news 1208366917 - January 1, 1970 By : Long time fans of the legendary Houston based record label, Suave House have been missing the unique sound for almost 10 years. The labels owner Tony Draper, though not focusing on Suave House, has kept himself quite busy over these past years. Recently, he helped pushed Ice Cube's independent release, "Laugh Now, Cry Later" record -- for which Cube owned his own masters -- to an astonishing 600,000 SoundScan sales. Additionally, he orchestrated the Clipse's groundbreaking 5-year 50/50 deal at Sony/Columbia Records, again entitling the Clipse to ownership of their masters.

But after helping others, he’s ready to get back in with Suave House (Now called Suave Records). He recently inked a deal and teamed up with KOCH to resurrect the label.

"The saying 'I'm going independent' is all you hear now!" says Draper. "But I've been independent since day one! I assembled the one-stop distributors like MS, Big State, CRD, City HALL, Maverne, and Southwest Wholesales. Then I made Select-O-Hits the point guard to collect from those companies. All told, I sold 700,000 records before I ever got with a major label."

Draper will be teaming up with his long time friend Alan Grunblatt at KOCH, who supported a young Draper in the early days at Relativity Records. In three short years, Draper and Grunblatt generated $25 million in revenue and firmly stamped the map with Southern rap.

The first release under this joint venture will be 8Ball & MJG's "Greatest Hits," dropping May 13th. Next up after that will be Philly phenom Gillie Da Kid, and the next mouthpiece from the South, Jiggolo.


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news 1208388428 - January 1, 1970 By : Due to issues with the release of his latest mixtape "Outspoken Vol. 3", 40 Glocc has decided to give the mixtape away for free download on dubcnn for all the fans who had problems purchasing it to get. The mixtape was hosted by 50 Cent and released in conjunction with DJ Whoo Kid and DJ Strong.

A lot of you have been wondering about 40 Glocc's harsh comments towards DJ Strong in the last update we did on 40, and we have a voice message from 40 Glocc below, where he talks about his problems with Strong and sets the record straight about upcoming West Coast mixtapes that Whoo Kid will be involved in.

Check out 40 Glocc's message below:

40 Glocc - Message About DJ Strong

Anyway let's get back to the "Outspoken Vol. 3" mixtape. The tape is 39 tracks deep and features 50 Cent, Mobb Deep, Tony Yayo, Gail Gotti, Jayo Felony, Kokane, Bad Lucc amongst others, rapping over both other people's beats and original production. Go ahead and download the full mixtape for free by clicking below:

40 Glocc - Outspoken Vol. 3 (Mixtape Hosted by 50 Cent)

Be on the look out for 40 Glocc's upcoming street album/mixtape with DJ Nik Bean and DJ Whoo Kid called "I Am Legend". We dropped the first video off the tape last week, it's called "New World Order", click here incase you missed it. We'll keep you updated on 40 Glocc, so stay checking back with us!

Nima

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news 1208976511 - January 1, 1970 By : Recently, Dubcnn has been expanding the site with the addition of several blogs. New West MC Roccett has already began typing up his entries, and today I'm proud to present my own project. Conan's Corner is a new weekly column that will run on Dubcnn, discussing the latest happenings in Hip-Hop, both from the West Coast and further afield.

This first piece discusses one of the media's favourite subjects - The Game. I dissect his current street single "Big Dreams," and offer my two cents on whether he's any closer to becoming the Hip-Hop legend he strives to be.

You can read this first post and get a greater insight into Conan's Corner via the link below.

Conan's Corner (Archive)

I hope everyone enjoys todays entry. Please stay tuned for more from Conan's Corner over the coming weeks!

ConanMilne

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news 1209323379 - January 1, 1970 By : Just over a year ago we introduced you to a promising new artist from Oakland by the name of Renz Julian. Courtesy of Renz Julian and DJ E-Rock of Sirius Radio/Sick Wid It, we presented the free download of his free debut mixtape entitled "Legal Crack."

The mixtape, which if you missed can be downloaded here featured Traxamillion, Clyde Carson and The Jacka amongst others.


The release went on to be downloaded over 30,000 times across the web and was highlighted by the single "Clap, Clap" with Clyde Carson which was heard on radio stations nationwide as well as various Shadyville DJ mixtapes such as "Bay Bidness 3" with DJ Whoo Kid and DJ E-Rock.

Today we have news and a brand new video from Renz Julian's brand new release, an album entitled "Armageddon." The new project features production from Mr. Collipark, Traxamillion, Rob Lo and Salim as well as guest appearances from The Jacka, Fed X, Clyde Carson, Mike Marshall and many more. Prior to the albums release Renz is releasing a "Pre-Album Mixtape" mixed & hosted by DJ Cali of Metal Mouth DJ's which we will have for download in the coming weeks.

Until then we have the brand new video from the albums first single "Friday Night Lights" which was shot in Oakland.

Renz Julian - Friday Night Lights

Check out the video, pay a vist to Renz on MySpace and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the Free Download of the Pre-Album Mixtape as well as "Armageddon" which will drop later this year on Field of Dreamz Ent./RNLG/Koch Entertainment.

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news 1210281658 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back today with this week's edition of "The West Coast Grind with Young De & Eddie". For the new show, we reached out to Problem to talk all about his new deal with Universal Republic, his latest mixtape with Nik Bean, "The Streets Is Mine", and his recent work with Snoop Dogg on "Ego Trippin".

Problem clues us in on what it's like to work with West Coast legends like Snoop, DJ Quik, and Kurupt, and he also tells us about a new video project with Terrace Martin.


We also catch up with Rob, owner of Skoop Entertainment, to talk about the West Coast game overseas. Rob's label will be releasing records with Gail Gotti, Tek Nizzle, and many others in the future out in Europe, and Rob tells us about all the love that overseas fans have for West Coast music.

We also discuss Young De's "Audio Hustlaz: Japan Edition" with DJ Couz, and De's latest record with Damizza & Krayzie Bone, "I Been Around". All of this and more is on this week's edition of "The West Coast Grind," so download or stream the podcast below and pick up some free game.

"The West Coast Grind With Young De & Eddie"
With Special Guests Problem & Rob of Skoop Entertainment


Make sure to add Young De & Problem as your friends on Myspace. If you haven't downloaded Problem's latest mixtape "The Streets Is Mine", grab it for free below.

DJ Nik Bean & Felli Fel Present Problem - The Streets Is Mine

You can also catch the first music video in the series with Terrace Martin that Problem mentions on the show by clicking the link here. The video is called "Myspace Rappers."

We've also got three exclusive videos courtesy of Skoop Entertainment for your viewing pleasure today! This first one is live footage of Young De & Tek Nizzle of Tangled Thoughts performing in Prague.

Tangled Thoughts Performing Live In Prague [Video]

This second video features footage of Gail Gotti performing live!

Gail Gotti Performing Live In Prague [Video]

This last one, which is especially crazy, features Young De, J-Ro, Rasco & Planet Asia (Cali Agents), Little Brother, Royce Da 5'9, Kid Vicious (Royce's brother), Nironic, and more freestyling all together on stage. Check it out!

Freestyle Session: Young De, Little Brother, Royce Da 5'9, Cali Agents, J-Ro [Video]

Check back with us on Tuesday for the next edition of "The West Coast Grind"!

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1210427575 - January 1, 1970 By : It's gonna be a hot summer! In preparation of this year's sunny season, Infamous/G-Unit rapper 40 Glocc has wrapped up his new radio single "Strip Down", which is sure to get the party cracking.

A radio ready, fast paced club joint from Glocc, who already blazed the clubs earlier this year with his Akon assisted track "Borrow U". Make sure to check out "Strip Down" below:

40 Glocc -
Strip Down

We have another joint for ya'll too, off DJ Whoo Kid's "G-Unit Radio 20". It's a Prodigy track featuring 40 Glocc called "Million Dollars In Guns", where they flow over The D.O.C.'s classic "It's Funky Enough". Get it below:

Prodigy - Million Dollars In Guns (ft. 40 Glocc)

Enjoy the track, DJ's make sure to spin "Strip Down", it's gonna be a hot summer!

Nima

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news 1210587873 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn is not usually a place for gossip and sensationalism, but this piece of news right here we just had to bring you. It looks like Suge Knight was involved in an altercation last night at Shag's club in Hollywood, which ended with him getting laid out on the ground.

TMZ.com reported that Suge had gotten into an argument with a guy apparently over some money issues, when Suge and his people jumped the man. Later on, a car pulled up and Suge was struck with a pole-like object in the back of the head. He was later taken to the hospital where he refused to cooperate with the police.

Here are a couple of pictures of the incident, courtesy of TMZ.com:

Picture 1 | Picture 2 | Picture 3 | Picture 4

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news 1211230875 - January 1, 1970 By : Long Beach's Lil Bam recently released a new CD entitled "Eastside Radio 2: Pushin Tha Line," which is hosted by Crooked I. Bam wants everyone on Dubcnn to know that the record is available for purchase now through CDBaby, iTunes, and at VIP Records in Long Beach or the Delamo Swap Meet. We've got two preview tracks for you to listen to from the project today before you make the decision to buy it!

Lil Bam - Can't Turn My Bacc

Lil Bam - Activater (ft. Techniec)

Make sure to add Lil Bam as your friend on Myspace. Shouts out to Brian of Underwire Magazine for all of his help with this feature! Lil Bam will also appear on U92.7's dope West Coast-only show The Basement on June 13th, so be on the look out for that.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Lil Bam!

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1211375900 - January 1, 1970 By : Today, Dubcnn sits down with the Game Warden, the infamous Sir Jinx! Known as a producer on more than a few classic albums like “Amerikkka’s Most Wanted” and “Death Certificate” for Ice Cube, and the “40 Dayz & 40 Nightz” album for Xzibit, as well as being the cousin of that other well-known west coast producer known as Dr. Dre, Sir Jinx commands the respect of both the old school and new school heads. In Part 1 of this exclusive interview, we talk about the obvious subject of Ice Cube, his relationship with Xzibit, the direction that west coast rap is heading and much, much more!


Read the interview below:

Exclusive Interview With Sir Jinx (Part 1) (May '08)

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for Part 2 of this exclusive interview coming soon! As always, drop your feedback and comments on the forum.


ChadKiser

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news 1211407035 - January 1, 1970 By : Bishop Lamont will release "The Confessional" with DJ Whoo Kid very soon. The official cover is to your left, so be sure to check it out. The Whoo Kid version will hit the internet within the next few days, and the UNTAGGED version will drop on June 1st!

Right now, we've got two certified bangers from the project for you to check out. Keep in mind that "The Confessional" is considered the biggest representation of what you can expect from Bishop's debut record "The Reformation."

The first song is called "Gorilla Pimpin 5008," a sequel record of sorts which features Busta Rhymes, Stat Quo, & Ryan C along with the original pairing of Bishop Lamont & Warren G. CHE' of Aftermath Records produced the cut. Check it out!

Bishop Lamont - Gorilla Pimpin 5008 (ft. Warren G, Busta Rhymes, Stat Quo, & Ryan C)
[Prod. by CHE' of Aftermath Records]

Next up is another all-star lineup on "Be Cool." This track features Xzibit, Glasses Malone, Ras Kass, & Mykestro over a Dae One production. Download it below!

Bishop Lamont - Be Cool (ft. Xzibit, Glasses Malone, Ras Kass & Mykestro) [Prod. by Dae One]

Make sure to add Bishop Lamont as your friend on Myspace. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the release of "The Confessional," and the latest on Bishop Lamont.

Related Link:
Bishop Lamont On "The West Coast Grind with Young De & Eddie" Radio Show

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1211863122 - January 1, 1970 By : We've got a brand new heater from Crooked I today that will be featured on his latest mixtape "Block Obama." The DJ Strong & DJ Whoo Kid-hosted project will be Crooked's last mixtape release before his more-than-highly anticipated debut album "B.O.S.S." drops later this year. This cut is called "Hood Politics," and sees Crooked tell a crazy story with his amazing lyrical prowess. He also has a message for all of the fans that download records instead of paying for them! Check out what he has to say below.

Crooked I -
Hood Politics

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Crooked I and the "Block Obama" mixtape! Also start requesting Crooked's single with Akon "Dream Big" on Power 106 by texting into 69106. The ball has to start rolling with the support of all of our loyal readers that have been down with Crooked's music for years. Request the song and support your favorite West Coast artists!

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1212277593 - January 1, 1970 By : Another week has passed, and it's about time for this week's Weekend Audio feature on dubcnn! We've got a couple gems for ya'll this week, ranging from Bishop Lamont and LL Cool J's upcoming projects to Problem's new artist Hood Rich and Canadian producers Haze Ent who connected with TQ, Crooked I and B-Legit amongst others for a collabo.

The first joint of the day is a Bishop Lamont solo track off Bishop's "The Confessional" mixtape with DJ Whoo Kid dropping any minute. Tha Bizness laced Bishop with a banger, download "Get Off My D-ck" below:

Bishop Lamont -
Get Off My D-ck (Prod. by Tha Bizness)

Next up is the latest street single from a new artist named Hood Rich, who's signed to Problem's Derang Ent. He got Problem to jump on the track with him, and reached out to Slim The Mobster, also known as "Detox"' secret weapon, to join him for a verse. The track is called "Money, Cash, Cars", check it out below:

Hood Rich - Money, Cash, Cars (ft. Problem & Slim The Mobster)

Let's get to a potential album track off LL Cool J's upcoming long player "Exit 13". LL announced his return with the recent release of the posse cut "5 Boroughs", featuring fellow NY reps Method Man, Jim Jones, KRS One & Lil Kim. A new track has leaked, this time on a more mellow tip, featuring Trey Songz called "Girl If I". This is another Tha Bizness production, Dow Jones & J-Hen have really been getting it in 2008!

LL Cool J - Girl If I (ft. Trey Songz) (Prod. by Tha Bizness)


We have a world premiere for ya'll next. The Long Beach rebel Techniec has a new summer record to ride out to called "Absolut Cup", and we have it right here for ya'll to check out. The track was produced by AAA Music Group and co-produced by Long Beach's own L'z. It's always good to hear some new Techniec, check out the track below and also peep him out on MySpace.

Techniec - Absolut Cup (Prod. by AAA / L'z)


Let's take a quick trip up to Canada, where the production team Haze Ent have been on their grind collaborating with US artists such as Shade Sheist and Glasses Malone. We have just been sent a track orchestrated by Haze Ent called "Legends", which features Koncreto, QP, Crooked I, TQ and B-Legit. To hear what the combination sounds like, check out "Legends" below:

Koncreto - Legends (ft. QP, Crooked I, TQ & B-Legit) (Prod. by Haze Ent)

Look out for Haze Ent's "I Only Touch Greatness Pt. 2" project.

Last but not least we have a new track from Shady Records signee Bobby Creekwater. It's been kind of quiet around him since the release of the "Re-Up" compilation, last we heard was that Bobby Creek was working on his solo album "A Brilliant Mistake", which he's trying to drop this fall. The track we have for ya'll today is called "Rainman" and he adresses the rumours of him not dropping on it and much more. Check it out below:

Bobby Creekwater - Rainman

That's it this time around for our Weekend Audio, check back with us in a week for more exclusive music!

Nima

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news 1212602092 - January 1, 1970 By : Crooked I is back at it with another joint off his upcoming "Block Obama" mixtape with DJ Strong and DJ Whoo Kid. This is a controversial one, I don't want to start no gossip but I believe it's pretty obvious who Crooked is going at on the track.

With a half singing half rapping flow, Crooked raps over the Komplex produced track: "I hear you saying you want unity on the West Coast/but in reality your mentality is cutthroat/smiling in my face while I'm piling c-notes/all the while you're praying for me to be broke".

We have the track right here for ya'll to download:

Crooked I -
W's Down (Prod. by Komplex)

Be on the look out for the "Block Obama" coming at you within the next few weeks.

Nima

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news 1212866981 - January 1, 1970 By : As some of you may have noticed, Bishop Lamont's latest street album "The Confessional" leaked onto the internet last night. However, this leak was completely unauthorized, and DJ Strong is allegedly the one behind it.

We just contacted Diocese, Bishop Lamont's label, and they gave us the following statement to post:

"The version of 'The Confessional' that leaked onto the internet is an incomplete project with an incomplete tracklisting. DJ Strong was told specifically that he could not be a part of this project, and then, to spite us, he released it online anyway with his DJ tags all over it. We are not supporting this version of the project. We're asking the fans to wait until either Whoo Kid's official version or the untagged version leaks so that they can enjoy the full experience of this project that we've worked so hard on. On Monday, Whoo Kid's version will drop on thisis50.com for free. On Tuesday, we will follow with the official untagged Bishop Lamont special edition."

We'll keep you updated with the latest developments.

Eddie Gurrola

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news 1213829260 - January 1, 1970 By : Years ago, a project was announced that had a lot of Bay Area fans excited. Underground legend Andre Nickatina and the late great Mac Dre (R.I.P.) were planning to do a collaboration project called "A Tale Of Two Andre's". The project never materialized and after the tragic death of Mac Dre it didn't look like it was going to see the light of day. Now in 2008, Andre Nickatina is putting out the album, "A Tale Of Two Andre's", a collection of classic collaborations, unreleased slappers and new remixes. The production on the album was handled by TD Camp, Nick Peace, Freddie Machete amongst others. Dubcnn has a preview track off the album availaboe for preview.

The track is called "My Homeboy's Chevy", make sure to check it out below:

Andre Nicktina & Mac Dre - My Homeboy's Chevy

To download "A Tale Of Two Andre's" on iTunes, click here.

Nima

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news 1213974806 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn introduced readers to Anacron back in December 2007. The Chicago-transplanted Los Angeles native - who released the vastly underrated album with the group The Netherworlds (Anacron, Murs, Himself) - is back today with an exclusive free EP for the fans.

Anacron put together this EP which includes new songs from his current album "Atypicalcd", unreleased exclusives, and also rare throwbacks. Fans may be familiar with a couple of the songs that we shared before, like "Pneumonia" and "We Got The Beat" - this EP is not to be missed!

Anacron - Dubcnn EP (Free EP Download)

01. War (Acapella) [Atypicalcd]
02. Pneumonia (produced by Earmint) [Atypicalcd]
03. Mainstream (produced by Old Man Malcolm) [Atypicalcd]
04. Galsun f/ Funkadesi (produced by DS2 and Funkadesi) [Unreleased]
05. PeeGeeOhGeez f/ Aumnikrises (produced by Riddlore?) [Unreleased]
06. Cali (Souled Out) w/ Murs & Himself (produced by Anacron, cuts by DJ Daze) [Taken from "Netherworlds - Pals"]
07. The Beat Down (produced by PNS of the Molemen)
[Taken from "Molemen - Chicago City Limits"]
08. We Got The Beat f/ Irie (produced by Anacron and Astrobwoy)
[Taken from "Pairograffs - Calinois to Illifornia"]

Additionally, be sure to check out live footage of Anacron performing "Mainstream". Please be sure to pick up the "Atypicalcd" album, and for more info, please visit Myspace.com/AnacronMusic.

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news 1214332053 - January 1, 1970 By : The West Fest tour wrapped up this past weekend in Spokane, and in our continuous coverage, we have some more exclusive videos to present from the Ventura date.
The first video we have is of Tha Dogg Pound performing For All My Niggaz and Bitches with Roscoe making an appearance. The second video is of Snoop Dogg, Mistah F.A.B., Scoop Deville, and friends performing Life Of Da Party as the finale of the evening.


06/14, Ventura: (1) Snoop Dogg, Mistah F.A.B., & Scoop Deville - Life Of Da Party, (2) Tha Dogg Pound (Daz & Kurupt) - For All My Niggaz and Bitches [Video]

Snoop Dogg also released a West Fest Vol. 1 mixtape to help promote the tour, which features new music from Snoop Dogg, Warzone, Westurn Union, Kurupt, Half Dead, Warren G, Mistah F.A.B. and more. Lucky fans may have received a copy if they attended one of the West Fest tour dates. The mixtape will not be made available online, and can only be found at your local independent mom and pop shops, or on the upcoming Snoop tour. Dubcnn has two exclusive audio downloads to preview from the mixtape, West Fest Intro, and Ain't Nobody.

Snoop Dogg - West Fest Intro [Audio]
Snoop Dogg - Ain't Nobody (Feat. BJ) [Audio]

If you haven't already, check out the Dubcnn West Fest Index for videos of Snoop and friends performing Ain't No Fun, and Warren G performing Regulate. Look out for more exclusive footage from the road, and for the official West Fest DVD being put together by Dah Dah.

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news 1214664706 - January 1, 1970 By : Once again it's time for another edition of dubcnn's Weekend Audio! This week went by so fast it feels like the last Weekend Audio just dropped yesterday, but don't worry we've got enough dope new music for ya'll, as usual! We've got a healthy mix this week, from Chino XL's new single, some new Termanology, to a Juice and Crooked I collaboration.

Let's get things going with a new Chino XL solo track off his album "The Secret". The production was provided by super producer DJ Khalil, you might know the beat from the unreleased Xzibit track "On My Way" which leaked.

The beat was too dope to stay unreleased and Chino definitely did his thing on it, it's called "I'm Coming" and is set to appear on "The Secret", which will be dropping on Machete/Universal Records this summer. Check it out:

Chino XL -
I'm Coming (Prod. by DJ Khalil)

We're gonna follow up this high energy track with another one of the same caliber, this time by Black Wall Street rapper Juice on a collaboration with Long Beach's own Crooked I. From what we were told, The Game is also going to record a verse to the final version of the track, but this is what we have for now. The track is called "I Do It" and is a potential album track for Juice's debut solo project. You can also expect to hear Juice on the upcoming "You Know What It Is Vol. 5" mixtape that's coming very soon.

Juice - I Do It (ft. Crooked I)

Next up is a track somebody who's been present in most of the Weekend Audio updates so far: Termanology. That only goes to show how tough his grind is, blasting out quality material on a weekly basis. The joint we have for you today is called "Talking To God" and finds Term pondering on current issues going on the Game including Kanye West comparing Soulja Boy to Nas or Puff Daddy putting Lil Wayne on Biggie's level. His flow is on point as always and he picked the classic "Sean Carter" intro beat to rap over . Check out "Talking To God":

Termanology - Talking To God

Let's get to a new mixtape joint by Top Dawg Ent's own K. Dot. Through his "A Milli" remix, he already show us how he can ride a Lil Wayne track, and to further prove his point he's followed it up with another joint over a "Carter 3" beat, the Maestro-produced "3 Peat" intro track to be exact. First, for those who missed K.Dot's current smash single "Hater Love" produced by Cool & Dre, click here to catch up on that. Okay, now proceed to the "3 Peat" remix, shouts out to DJ Ill Will:

K. Dot - 3 Peat (Remix)

The next track we have for you is by up and coming female MC from Philadelphia Trish Barnes. You heard her with Tekneek aka Tek Nizzle on "Neighborhood Celeb" last week and now we're back with a Trish collabo with Gillie Da Kid, Ab-Liva (Re-Up Gang) and Marsha Ambrosia of Floetry. They collectively flow over Snoop Dogg's classic "G'z And Hustlaz" track, this is something for both you West Coasters and East Coasters. Philly's in the house:

Trish Barnes - Nightryders (ft. Gillie Da Kid, Ab-Liva & Marsha Ambrosia)

Last but not least is a joint by Orange County artist Thrasher. You might know him through his single "Fly Kicks" which was getting decent airplay on Power 106. Thrasher is currently working on his album "The One", which is going to feature production from DJ Khalil, Warryn Campbell, Arkitekt amongst others. He's also recently been in the studio with The Game. The track we have for you today is the title track off his album, "The One", produced by Warryn "Baby Dubb" Campbell. Check it out below:

Thrasher - The One (Prod. by Warryn Campbell)

We're done for now, we hope you enjoyed this edition of Weekend Audio!

Before we go, here's an exclusive West Fest Tour picture of Domino and Snoop Dogg on stage with Warren G in the back. True Long Beach legends, check out the picture: click here.

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news 1214947431 - January 1, 1970 By : As previously announced, Big Snoop Dogg has teamed up with DJ Drama to release a new mixtape entitled "The City Is In Good Hands". The mixtape is dropping on Friday, pre-order it for $6 by clicking here.

Featured on the mixtape are Westurn Union, Warzone, Kurupt, J Blacc, Uncle Chucc amongst others and of course a lot of Snoop Dogg. You can check out the tracklisting below, from the looks of it there are a few previously released tracks on it, along with plenty of brand new sh-t. Look out for some audio from the mixtape on dubcnn soon.

Tracklist:

1. What I Do Feat. Scoop & Half Dead
2. The City Is In Good Hands
3. Look Around Feat. J Blacc
4. Fuck That Shit Feat. Warzone
5. Diamonds On My Neck Feat. Kurupt
6. Killaz Feat. Western Union & Warzone
7. I Sit Back Feat La The Darkman & Willie The Kid
8. The President
9. After All Feat. Brat & Kurupt
10. The Lookout
11. Haters
12. Ridaman
13. Let Me Know Feat. Kurupt, Goldie Loc, MC Eiht, Uncle Chucc
14. ATL Theme Song Feat. DPGC
15. Groupie Bitch
16. Huslte Boyz Feat. Hustle Boyz
17. Fresh Like Me
18. Gangsta Grillz Made It West!!
19. Let Me In This Bitch Feat. Warzone
20. If There's a Cure
21. Love It When Feat. Western Union
22. Watch This Feat. DPGC
23. Aint It Man
24. Outro
25. Snoop's Theme
26. Some High As Shit!!!!

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news 1216320520 - January 1, 1970 By : Regular visitors will have noticed the removal of the "Western Hospitality 9" update shortly after its release on the 7th of this month. The removal was due to a mistake on the tape which has since been rectified and re-released. We are re-posting the update below with the new covers, tracklist and of course - free download link!

Oh boy! Its the 7th of the month so you already know its time for us to release the latest installment of "On The 7th With The 7th" - with his 9th edition of the acclaimed "Western Hospitality 9" mixtape series!

Each month since February, and for a whole year, Cali Untouchable's very own DJ, September 7th, hits Dubcnn readers with his latest mixtape for exclusive free download! Month to month may differ, you could have a tape with the latest new music, specific to an artist or even - as in todays case - the latest "Western Hospitality" release he is working on.

Today, to mark July 7th we have the exclusive download of the eagerly awaited "Western Hospitality 9" mixtape which is hosted by G. Malone and K Boy and it subtitled "Blu Division Edition." The tape features artists including Bishop Lamont, Tha Dogg Pound, K Dot, Warren G, Kidz In The Hall, Pacific Division, Tyga, G Malone, Mistah F.A.B, K Boy, Wing, Crooked I, Wiz Khalifa , Bloc Boyz, Quiz, Roccett, Young Buck, Killer Mike, Ice Cube, Joe Moses and many more.

We also have all previous editions in the "Western Hospitality" series, 1-8, available using the link below.

September 7th - Western Hospitality 9 (Hosted By G Malone & K Boy) (Free Download)

Enjoy the new music and please drop your feedback on our forums. Fans please be aware that there will be no "Western Hospitality 10" on August 7th. Instead September 7th will wait until the day he is named after to release a double CD for all his fans - right here on Dubcnn!

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news 1216770014 - January 1, 1970 By : In a new article published in USA Today, Dr. Dre talks about the long-awaited "Detox" and reveals that he's pushing for a November or December release. Check out the article below:

"The wait for Detox is almost over. Dr. Dre says his long-anticipated third solo album is starting to take shape in the studio and could arrive before the end of the year.

"I'm just now — over the last couple of months — starting to feel that it's going to be right and it's something I can be proud of, and everybody is going to love it," says Dr. Dre (aka Andre Young). "In a perfect world, I'm shooting for a November or December release."

If that happens, it will come nine years after his six-times-platinum "2001", which was itself a long-awaited follow-up to his revered 1992 debut, The Chronic That album's bass-fueled G Funk sound dominated rap for years and propelled Snoop Dogg to superstardom. Both albums raised the bar for hip-hop production values.

"I've never set out to do that," says Dre, 43. "I just make the music feel the way I want it to feel and I don't put it out until I'm totally happy with it. Then it does what it does."

Expectations for the album are high, thanks to Dre's pedigree and perfectionist reputation, says Chuck Creekmur, co-founder of the music news site allhiphop.com.

"He's a master of crafting a complete album, which is rare these days with everything being singles-driven," Creekmur says. "We've been waiting on this almost a decade, and that ridiculous level of anticipation will translate saleswise. It would be on par with Lil Wayne (whose Tha Carter III recently sold 1 million copies its first week out), if not more."

"Detox" has been the subject of speculation since Dre first hinted at the project in 2002. He has been working on the album, which will be released on his Aftermath/Interscope Records label, on and off for four years. He says he has assembled a new crew of musicians, and the beats will be heavily driven by live drums. "We have an entirely new thing going with the drums that's incredible, and we're still developing that." All "the usual suspects" will make guest appearances, including Nas, Jay-Z and Lil Wayne.

As long as the wait for the upcoming album has been, Dre says it'll be even longer before there's another one. "I'm going to put this record out, promote it, tour and then become a hermit. I'm going to stay in the studio and produce."

But he says he isn't interested in producing albums for established artists. Dre, who previously helped launch Eminem and 50 Cent, says his goal is to find who's next.

"All I want to do is sit in the studio with that person for a year and try to create another masterpiece.


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news 1216820848 - January 1, 1970 By : The release of Crooked I's upcoming mixtape "The Block Obama" is approaching and Treacherous Records made a new announcement concerning its release. The project will be dropping for free download, untagged and without a DJ. Crooked is called this one his mixtapes for the streets and he wants to let the fans and websites do what they want with it.

You can sell it yourself, host it yourself or just tell a friend about it. Crooked also encourages all DJ's to download it, host it themselves and put it in their shops or put it for download on their websites or MySpace pages.

To build up the buzz, a new track off "Block Obama" has been leaked. If this song was a movie, it would get te NC-17 rating which is why it's included in the title of the track. It's called "Freak" and was produced by KG (Kidd Genius), the 15-year old boy wonder from Treacherous Records.

Crooked I -
Freak (NC-17)

The next track that will be leaked off the mixtape will include an intro of Crooked explaining why he decided to put this out for free and untagged. Stay tuned!

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news 1217402474 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Revolution is getting ready to release his latest album "King Of The Decks" via Duckdown Records on September 16th, 2008. The new project is set to include appeararances from artists including KRS One, Dilated Peoples, Alchemist, Royce 5'9", Defari, Kidz In The Hall, Buckshot, Bumpy Knuckles, Planet Asia, Crooked I, Bishop Lamont and Stylistic Jones.

The latter three, Crooked I, Bishop Lamont and Stylistic Jones, all feature on one track in particular - a remake of the 1990 classic "Played Like A Piano" by King Tee featuring Ice Cube and MC Breeze. The new version is entitled "Funky Piano" and can be downloaded below.

DJ Revolution -
Funky Piano (Feat. Bishop Lamont, Crooked I & Stylistic Jones

Enjoy the new music and look for more news and media from DJ Revolution in the future. Don't forget "King Of The Decks" is in stores on September 16th, 2008 via Duckdown Records.

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news 1218226834 - January 1, 1970 By : Cali Untouchable DJ September 7th may be taking a month out from his "On The 7th With The 7th" mixtape releases right here on Dubcnn but he is far from idle on the mixtape and remix front. Not only is he preparing the Double CD "Western Hospitality 10" that will be released right here on Dubcnn on September 7th, 2008 but he also has other projects underway.

To start off we have the first single from the upcoming "Western Hospitality 10" mixtape, the P-Thoro track entitled "The General." This track will also appear on P-Thoro's"The 2nd Coming" release later this year - the follow up to his acclaimed "Checkmate" EP that we also have for free download below.

P-Thoro -
The General
P-Thoro - Checkmate (The EP) (Free Download)

Next up is a new track from S.L.C./Purple City/Newbirth Records artist Calico called "Freeway Freestyle" that is available on the September 7th/Kid Domination mixtape "Mixtape Apocalypse" which is released today on MySpace.

Calico - Freeway Freestyle

Finally we have two remixes from September 7th who regularly does remix drops on his mixtapes as well as on the Cali Unotuchable Radio Show Podcast. Below are the download links for a track from Arizona/BWS affiliate Ko-Kaine Shane with The Game & Lil Wayne as well as a Nas and Crooked I mix

Ko-Kaine Shane - My Life (September 7th Remix)
Nas - Hero (Feat. Crooked I) (September 7th Remix)

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest from Cali Untouchable DJ September 7th and ensure you get ready for "Western Hospitality 10" - right here on Dubcnn on September 7th, 2008.

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news 1219308161 - January 1, 1970 By : Jake Records, a Seattle-based Independent Record label founded by new media and marketing innovator Scott Thomas in 2008, boasts an already impressive catalog of artists including multi-platinum selling Hip Hop legends Digital Underground, Chicago-based Draztic, and Jiggy.

Jake Records is announcing the signing of a long-term digital distribution agreement with IRIS Distribution. IRIS, based in San Francisco and New York City, delivers content to over 450 digital outlets including Amazon MP3, Apple's iTunes Store, Beatport, eMusic, Kompakt MP3, Last.FM, Napster 2.0, Real/ Rhapsody and We7; mobile channels such as AT&T, Boost, Cingular, GroupieTunes, Jamster, mSpot, MobileStreams, Sprint, Telus and T-Mobile; as well as video outlets including Apple's iTunes Store, Gotuit Media, and Ruckus Networks.

Jake Records music will begin appearing in new online stores over the next few weeks. The label expects a significant boost in revenues and overall business as a result of the broad improvements in artist and project visibility. "We're both honored and excited to be partnered with the best in digital distribution. IRIS and Jake Records will make an awesome team," said Jake Records Founder and CEO Scott Thomas.

IRIS Distribution is also very excited about the relationship. "A fast growing label like Jake Records is the perfect fit for us," said IRIS Distribution Chief Marketing Officer, Bryn Boughton. "They support both ground-breaking, established artists like Digital Underground as well as emerging acts like Jiggy and The EXBox Boys which enables us to really get creative with our marketing efforts. We're very excited to welcome Jake to the IRIS family." Click the link to read entire story.


Click here to read official press release


Jake Records is giving Dubcnn the exclusive on some very exciting Digital Underground news, coming very soon!

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news 1219430238 - January 1, 1970 By : Back in January 2008 we caught up with B-Real for an exclusive interview where we discussed his long awaited solo album "Smoke & Mirrors." In that interview he told us how he hoped to have it out in May and described it as "...it's definitely different from Cypress Hill. Different content a little bit, different sounds and all that stuff. With Cypress Hill it's a certain formula, but with my stuff I had to be different, cause if I'm doing the same stuff, then I'm really not doing a different album, it would just be an extension of Cypress, and I don't want it to be an extension of Cypress. I want it to be able to stand on its own, that way when the Cypress shit comes, that stands on its own too."

Since then news on "Smoke & Mirrors" has been scarce however today we have news that B-Real has found a home to release the project on next year. January 27th, 2009 will see the long awaited release of "Smoke & Mirrors" via Duck Down Records

As B-Real indicated exclusively to us in early 2008 the project is set to feature Snoop Dogg, Damian Marley, Buckshot, Sean Price and Sen Dog of Cypress Hill. Production on the release is set to include tracks from DJ Quik, Fredwreck, Scoop Deville and B-Real himself for Audio Hustlerz Inc.

B-Real is the latest addition to Duck Down Records, who just recently announced a group project with KRS-ONE & Buckshot, that will be in stores in 2009, along with upcoming projects from DJ Revolution entitled "King Of The Decks" (September 16th) and a re-united Heltah Skeltah, comprised of Rock and Sean Price, aka Ruck, who, after ten years, are releasing their third album, "D.I.R.T." (Da Incredible Rap Team) on September 30th.

Dru Ha, co-owner of Duck Down Records told Dubcnn; "Adding another living legend in B-Real to our roster is really giving Duck Down a "dream team" line up for independent Hip Hop. Buckshot and I have been strategic with our label partnerships mixing the right blend of emerging artists with proven veterans. When you add the upcoming Random Axe Project (Sean Price, Guilty Simpson and Black Milk collaboration set for a 2009 release) we're excited about our ability to continue contributing quality Hip Hop albums to the game."

B-Real is currently on the Dubcnn Sponsored Rock The Bells Festival Tour with Nas, Tribe Called Quest, Method Man, Ghostface, Immortal Technique, Kidz In The Hall and more. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more on the "Smoke & Mirrors" project.

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news 1219481964 - January 1, 1970 By : C Major, the Producer/Engineer known for his work with Ca$his and Shady Records, has blessed the community here at Dubcnn! He's giving readers an exclusive opportunity to be heard on the debut C Major mixtape!

The artists will be handpicked from this Dubcnn online community only! The winners will be featured on the same mixtape as Ca$his (Shady Records) and other multi-platinum artists alike! This is a Dubcnn exclusive open call for anyone to get involved with this major project!

We will make a special announcement for the artists we have selected from our community right here on Dubcnn!!!

To enter, email me at haywire@dubcnn.com or hit me on Myspace letting me know you're interested and we'll send you out a C Major instrumental.

Please include the following as the subject headline: "C Major Dubcnn Exclusive". This is a open opportunity, so show us what you got!!! Click on the link below for more info.

C Major Gives Exclusive Opportunity To Dubcnn!!!

Be on the lookout for the Dubcnn Exclusive C Major Part Two interview coming soon!! And as always, leave feedback on our forums. And remember -- at Dubcnn we always look out for our readers!

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news 1219616649 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn would like to present another video from Dubb Union (Damani, Bad Lucc, Soopafly) for "Get a Bar" from the "House Shoe Musik Vol. 1." street album. The video was directed by Dah Dah, and we have a one minute preview of the full version which will be on the West Fest DVD. Please check the video below:

Dubb Union - Get A Bar (Music Video Preview).

If you missed it last week, Dubcnn also dropped the Dubb Union - Westurn Union!! [Official Music Video].

Dubb Union - Westurn Union!! (Feat Daz and BJ) [Audio]
Dubb Union - House Shoe Musik Vol 1 [Audio]

Dubb Union will be releasing their debut album on Doggy Style / Koch Records on September 2, 2008.



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news 1219707586 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubb Union has teamed up with MySpace for the official Dubb Union listening party. From now until end of Thursday, you can check out the entire Dubb Union album from beginning to end on Snoop Dogg's official MySpace Page. Please visit and listen to the album, and drop your feedback in our forum community. Dubb Union will be releasing their debut album on Doggy Style / Koch Records on September 2, 2008. Make sure to go out and support one of the west coast's most anticipated groups.

"Dubb Union" Listening Party at Snoop Dogg's official MySpace

Dubb Union - Get A Bar [Music Video Preview]
Dubb Union - Westurn Union!!. [Official Music Video]
Dubb Union - Westurn Union!! (Feat Daz and BJ) [Audio]
Dubb Union - House Shoe Musik Vol 1 [Audio]





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news 1219950449 - January 1, 1970 By : Just wanted to remind all of the Dubcnn readers that the official MySpace listening party for Dubb Union will be ending tonight. You can check out the entire Dubb Union album from beginning to end on Snoop Dogg's official MySpace Page. Please visit and listen to the album, and drop your feedback in our forum community. Dubb Union will be releasing their debut album on Doggy Style / Koch Records on September 2, 2008. Make sure to go out and support one of the west coast's most anticipated groups.

"Dubb Union" Listening Party at Snoop Dogg's official MySpace

Dubb Union - Get A Bar [Music Video Preview]
Dubb Union - Westurn Union!!. [Official Music Video]
Dubb Union - Westurn Union!! (Feat Daz and BJ) [Audio]
Dubb Union - House Shoe Musik Vol 1 [Audio]



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news 1220560736 - January 1, 1970 By : Just last week we released 8 tracks that have so far been leaked from the latest Crooked I mixtape "Block Obama." The plan has been to leak select tracks from the mixtape over a period of weeks and then allow fans and DJs to do whatever they want to do with it, sell it, give it away or just tell a friend about it.

Today we have the latest track from the project backed by Treacherous Records, the cut is a remake of the Lil Wayne track "A Millie" however, due to the amount of remakes, in-house producer Komplex has switched it up for Crooked to spit on.

Crooked I - A Millie (Komplex Mix)

"Block Obama" will out in full any day now, make sure to show your support as you always do and spread the word.

Fellow Treacherous Records recording artist and long time Dubcnn featured MC One-2 is back with new music today for download right here. Just last week you heard him on some of the tracks we released from "Block Obama" and today he delivers some new rhymes alongside Jamaican artist Smooth Savage who delivers the hook on "Rude Boy"

The track is produced by a definite name to watch over the coming few years K.G. (Kid Genius) who is just 15 years old. The track will be featured on the upcoming September 7th "Western Hospitality 10" mixtape that you will get on Dubcnn first!

One-2 - Rude Boy (Feat. Smooth Savage)

Enjoy the new music and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media relating to Crooked I, One- and the "Block Obama" and "Western Hospitality 10" releases.

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news 1220802026 - January 1, 1970 By : Rapper MC Breed is currently in critical condition in an Atlanta hospital, due to kidney failure, reports AHH. According to reports, the rapper collapsed and fell unconscious while playing basketball Friday evening (September 5) in Atlanta. He is currently on life support, due to kidney failure. His manager Darryl Morris revealed that Breed is in serious need of a kidney transplant, and a donor is needed to save his life.

Morris says that several rappers have been contacted in hopes of participating in a benefit concert for the legendary Michigan rapper -- who enjoyed a hit single in the 90s with "Ain't No Future In Yo Frontin'" and has worked with everyone from Tupac to E-40 to Too Short.

"We are hoping we can find Breed a kidney through this process, before it's too late," Morris said.

For information, or for donor information, Breed's manager can be contacted via
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news 1220802966 - January 1, 1970 By : As you know, Rapper MC Breed collapsed and fell unconscious over the weekend while playing basketball on Friday evening (September 5) in Atlanta, causing him to be in critical condition due to his kidneys failing. We have new reports coming in that Breed (real name: Eric Breed) is now breathing on his own. It seems that high blood pressure was the cause for his kidney collapse. As of this update, reports are that his kidneys are now functioning at 35%.

As for the kidney transplant, sources say that it’s a wait and see decision right now. Please keep MC Breed and his family in your thoughts and prayers as they got through this trying and difficult situation.

Stay tuned to dubcnn for more on the condition and status of MC Breed!


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news 1220993563 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been almost four months since we premiered the new single from Crooked I featuring Akon on our Westcoast Grind Radio Show. Since then the single, produced by Konvict Muzik producer Detail and entitled Dream Big, has been doing the rounds on local, national and international radio.

Today sees the long awaited official single release to Digital outlets including iTunes. The digital download and ringtone are available now at all digital retailers, including iTunes, Rhapsody, Amazon, Napster, Emusic and all Mobile Carriers.

The Long Beach, CA rapper Crooked I has been on the scene now for well over a decade and has gathered an incredible fan base for an artist yet to release a solo album. This single is the lead track from his long awaited debut "B.O.S.S. (Beginning of Something Serious)" and is set to capitalise on the success of his acclaimed Hip Hop Weekly series that dropped every week on Dubcnn for a year.

Even though you can download Dream Big courtesy of Dubcnn we urge you to drop a dollar on the single and showcase your support for an artist many of you have followed for years.

Get The Ringtone: Text Crooked1 to 38021

Buy The Single: iTunes | Amazon | Rhapsody

Support Crooked I today and check him out on the homepage of your iTunes with this single!

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news 1221359977 - January 1, 1970 By : In April 2008 we updated you on Oaklands own Renz Julian for the first time in just over a year to announce a Pre-Album Mixtape "Armageddon" that we released for free download just three months later, if you missed it download it here.

Since then Renz Julian has been putting the finishing touches to his album of the same name that is due soon via Field of Dreamz Ent./RNLG/Koch Entertainment.


Today we have a brand new single from the album that is sure to build the albums buzz over the coming weeks. Renz Julian has aligned with platinum selling artist Twista and super producer Mr. Collipark (Soulja Boy, Pitbull, Mike Jones) for a brand new track entitled "Pop N' Lock." This is a Bay Area/Midwest/Atlanta collaboration that is sure to heat up the clubs and the airwaves nationwide and add to Renz' already numerous spins on stations such as 106.1 KMEL San Francisco, 103.5 KBMB Sacramento, 97.7 KWIN Stockton and Sirius Radio.

As this track is being sold as a downloadable single on iTunes we only have the track for listening in one of our Brand New Streaming Audio players. Of course you still have the option to embed the song on your MySpace pages or even on our forum are within the link below.

Renz Julian - Pop N' Lock (Feat. Twista) (Produced By Mr. Collipark)

Once you've listened to the track ensure you head over to iTunes or Renz' MySpace to buy the track.

Rud

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news 1223054258 - January 1, 1970 By : G-Unit's own Spider Loc is back with a brand new mixtape in collaboration with DJ Whoo Kid. This is the fourth installmemt in Spider's "Connected" series, which he has been releasing on a regular basis. Features on "Connected Vol. 4" include: Kartoon, Big Paybacc, Piper, Mistah FAB, E-Note, Bo Loc, 6Trey and Tre' Da Truth.

Download "Connected Vol. 4" for free by clicking below:

DJ Whoo Kid Presents Spider Loc - Connected Vol. 4 (Mixtape)

Shouts out to indastreets.net.

Nima

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news 1223408292 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn would like to present the new music video for Common's Universal Mind Control video directed by Hype Williams from the forthcoming album "Universal Mind Control" - the album formally known as "Invincible Summer". Look for the album in early November 2008

Common - "Universal Mind Control" (Windows Media)
Common - Announcement
Common - "Universal Mind Control" iTunes Purchase Link

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news 1223603256 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been a little bit over a week since we've seen rapper Murs drop his most anticipated and talked about album yet, "Murs For President". Dubcnn reached out to the Mid City L.A. native to exchange a few words about the current talk of the town.

Of course we get into the whole major vs. independent talk, since a lot of his long time fans questioned the outcome of his major label debut. But as Murs told Dubcnn in a loyal statement: "Everytime I get on TV and the radio, I try to mention people in the independent scene and I try to tell people where I come from and make sure I represent for all my independent brothers." To read more about this and other subjets, check out the exclusive interview that we conducted with Murs.

As ever, you can read and listen to this exclusive interview and we urge you to leave feedback on our forums or email them to
liljay@dubcnn.com.


Exclusive Interview with Murs (October 2008)

Be on the lookout for some exclusive footage from Murs together with some West Coast legends coming soon on Dubcnn. In the meantime you can check out the brand new video for the first official single "Can It Be" by clicking on the link below:

Murs - Can It Be (Video)

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news 1223817775 - January 1, 1970 By : As we reported in August Evidence, one third of Dilated Peoples, is filling in the gap between his debut solo album of last year "The Weatherman" and his sophomore effort "Cats & Dogs" with an EP.

"The Layover EP" is coming out via Decon Records in November and aims to serve an eager fan base with enduring, concentrated, filler-free product before his next album. "The Layover EP" is an absorbing installment in Evidence's continued "public artist development;" a self-portrait in a series of shots from an artist who has been growing since his emergence on the consumer stage.

The EP is packed with with clever lines, homages to dead friends and biographical affirmation. The intricately word-played "Don't Hate" featuring longtime collaborator Defari of the Likwit Junkies is home to an ever-changing, Evidence-produced beat, over which the two friends tackle the subjects of self-worth, self-esteem and resiliency, bringing word to feeling with astuteness. On "For Whom the Bell Tolls" Evidence is joined by revered rhyme-forger Phonte (of Little Brother), widely-praised Los Angeles newcomer Blu and childhood friend Will.I.Am (of Black Eyed Peas) for meditations on life and death over cathedral gongs and operatic flourishes provided by North Carolina beatsmith Khrysis. Partner in crime The Alchemist makes special appearances on tracks "The Far Left" and "So Fresh," while Panamanian soul singer Aloe Blacc croons on the hook of "To Be Determined."

We have the title track for stream and free download from the "The Layover EP" today, the track can be heard using the link below where you will also find code to embed the player wherever you choose.

Evidence - The Layover

As if the EP wasn't enough Evidence has also recorded material for his first mixtape offering, "The Layover Mixtape," a collaboration with DJ Skee in which he gives fans a free download packed full of focused rhymes, remixes, unreleased cuts and rarities.

Between group and solo dates, Evidence took the stage for 150 nights last year, alongside Dilated Peoples, Alchemist, Aceyalone, 88 Keys, Little Brother, Cypress Hill, Lupe Fiasco, Joell Ortiz, Atmosphere, Brother Ali and more. This month he'll hit the road with Method Man, Redman & The Alchemist during the always popular cannabis-inspired "Still High Tour 2008." In addition to "The Layover EP" and "The Layover Mixtape", the prolific MC is working on his next full album, "Cats & Dogs."

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from Evidence over the coming months.

Rud

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news 1224331785 - January 1, 1970 By : Since his Virgin Records album release "Guerilla City" in 2004, the Chicago born, Compton raised Guerilla Black has split the opinion of Hip-Hop fans worldwide; some love him, some loathe him. Whatever your opinion few can deny his albums and subsequent mixtapes have had plenty of reply value.

Over the years we have updated you on much of his work, most recently he has featured on an edition of our West Coast Grind radio show as well as being the host of DJ Ill Will's Rap Or Die: Volume 6 mixtape. Most recently on the solo tip he released a mixtape with DJ Ill Will entitled Real N*ggaz Say Real Sh*t.

Today we have new music from Guerilla Black and once again he has lined up with DJ Ill Will for a new mixtape - due for release later this month - entitled "The Black Tapes: Volume 1." The first record to drop from the project is the aptly titled "He's Back!!" and we have it available for download or to listen to via our Embeddable Streaming Audio players below - check it out now.

Guerilla Black - He's Back!!

We will have "The Black Tapes: Volume 1" for free download on Dubcnn as soon as it is available so as always stay tuned. As always we urge you to offer your thoughts and opinions on the new music via our forums.

Rud

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news 1224332872 - January 1, 1970 By : Following on a year packed with new music - from his acclaimed Hip-Hop Weekly series climax, to the release of his street single Dream Big featuring Akon and most recently the Block Obama (Fan & DJ Version) mixtape - it's clear Crooked I has spent much of 2008 in the studio.

As expected Crooked I intends to finish the year just as strongly with the just announced release of "Block Obama II" which features a guest appearance by Knoc-Turnal and production by Rick Rock.


"Block Obama II" will be released in conjuction with the U.S. Presidential election on November 4th 2008 and will be available at all digital retailers, including iTunes, Rhapsody, Amazon, Napster, Emusic and all Mobile Carriers.

Long Beach, CA rapper Crooked I has become one of the leading faces emerging from the 'Digital Era' within Hip-Hop. In April of 2007, he launched the Hip-Hop Weekly series in what could possibly be the most innovative musical internet marketing campaign to date. The monumental series earned Crooked I cover stories on two of the biggest urban music publications; XXL magazine labelled him one of Hip-Hop's Next Superstars or "Leaders of the New School" on the cover of their November 07' issue, and in August 08' on the cover of Vibe Magazine, both Crooked I and Jay Electronica were labelled as "Internet Guerrillas", with an article discussing the Hip-Hop Weekly series and his approach to marketing on the internet.

Coinciding with the delivery of "Block Obama II", Crooked I has partnered with INgrooves, a leading provider of digital distribution, to start his own digital label, with plans to not only release his own content but other aspiring artists. This year, INgrooves entered into a strategic partnership with Universal Music Group, the world's leading music company. ""We are very excited about working with Crooked I and being a part of more projects from him. I believe Crooked is hands down one of the most talented and prolific artist from the West Coast" said Abe Batshon of INgrooves. Crooked I joins the likes of Tech N9ne, The Cool Kids, Too Short and Tila Tequila by partnering with INgrooves.

The full tracklist for "Block Obama II" can be seen on the back cover above and is also available below.

01) Circle Gang Anthem (Feat. Kobe) (Produced By Komplex)
02) On My Mama I'm A Boss (Produced By Rick Rock)
03) American Me (Produced By Jim Gittum)
04) 3 Bitches (Feat. Knoc'Turn'Al) (Produced By Komplex)
05) Do It Like Me (Feat. Das) (I-15) (Produced By Komplex)
06) Can I Talk To You? (Produced By KG a.k.a Kid Genius)
07) You Should Be From C.O.B. (Feat. G.L. Smooth) (Produced By BH)
08) Dream Big (Remix) (Feat. Akon) (Produced By Komplex)

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the very latest news and media from Crooked I and the Treacherous Records camp.

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news 1224426890 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn has once again teamed up with a DJ that our Forum Members and some regular readers will be familiar with. DJ R-Tistic is the L.A. based DJ and Producer that was one of the first to record material with Black Wall Street including tracks with G Malone, Game, Kam, Billboard and Ya Boy.

More recently he has graduated from Florida A&M where he was an official campus DJ and, since May of this year, he has been found across Los Angeles DJing events in Long Beach, Compton, Gardena and Hollywood with his Technics 1200s.

He is also now affiliated with T-Pain's Nappy Boy Entertainment and working at E! Entertainment. With all this going on he still found time to link up with Dubcnn to release a brand new mixtape featuring some of the hottest new music professionally mixed. "DJ R-Tistic Presents: U.S.C. (Universal Sounds of California) Volume 1" is a free release project that features music from, and is introduced by, Murs.

The mixtape also contains tracks from Snoop Dogg, DJ Quik & AMG, Clyde Carson, The Game, Kidz In The Hall, Pacific Division, G Malone, Mistah F.A.B, Rick Ross, T-Pain, Terrace Martin, Kurupt, JAG, E-40, Dubb Union Too Short, Problem, Xzibit, Blu & Exile, Ice Cube, Omar Cruz, Mack 10 and many more.

DJ R-Tistic has teamed up with Dubcnn to release the mixtape via the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network. This 27 track project is available now for download or to listen to track by track via our Embeddable Flash Audio Players.

Dubcnn & DJ R-Tistic Present - U.S.C. Volume 1 (Free Download)

Dubcnn & DJ R-Tistic Present - U.S.C. Volume 1 (Streaming Audio)

Enjoy "U.S.C. Volume 1" - spread the download and streaming page links around - no direct linking - and drop your thoughts for R-Tistic to read on our the forums. Stay tuned for more R-Tistic on Dubcnn very soon when we have an announcement to make.

Rud

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news 1224485281 - January 1, 1970 By : As we reported just a couple of days ago, the Chicago born, Compton raised Guerilla Black has lined up with DJ Ill Will for a new mixtape - due for release later this month - entitled "The Black Tapes: Volume 1."

In that last update we released the first record to drop from the project, the aptly titled He's Back!!. Today we have another new track for you to download or to listen to via our Embeddable Streaming Audio players below, the track is called "Hustlers Prayer."


Guerilla Black - Hustlers Prayer

We will have "The Black Tapes: Volume 1" for free download on Dubcnn as soon as it is available so as always stay tuned. As always we urge you to offer your thoughts and opinions on the new music via our forums.

Rud

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news 1224743395 - January 1, 1970 By : As we have been reporting all week the Chicago born, Compton raised Guerilla Black has lined up with DJ Ill Will for a new mixtape - due for release very soon - entitled "The Black Tapes: Volume 1."

To build up to the release of the project we have so far dropped two tracks, the aptly titled He's Back!! and Hustlers Prayer.

Today we have another new track for you to download or to listen to via our Embeddable Streaming Audio players below, the track is called "Dolla F Gang."

Guerilla Black - Dolla F Gang

We will have "The Black Tapes: Volume 1" for free download on Dubcnn as soon as it is available so as always stay tuned. As always we urge you to offer your thoughts and opinions on the new music via our forums.

Rud

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news 1225064112 - January 1, 1970 By : Super producer Fred Wreck who is known for creating West Coast classics with Snoop, Kurupt, Xzibit and more has released his Greatest Hits Episode 2 album. Fred is working as a VJ for MTV in Dubai and just last year he produced for 2 of the biggest pop artists in the world; Britney Spears and Hilary Duff to be more precise.

Here's an exclusive song from the Greatest Hits Episode 2 album:

Kanary Diamonds -
We Came To Party (Feat. Bo Rock)

Make sure you buy his Greatest Hits album over at Amazon or Itunes

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news 1225131725 - January 1, 1970 By : Your Wifeys Favourite DJ is back again this week with the announcment of yet another new tape. DJ Ill Will has linked up with DJ Moondawg to release a Chicago Meets LA Mixtape entitled "Windy City of Angels" hosted by Kanye West's Good Music Label Mate GLC. [read our 2006 interview here.]

"Windy City of Angels" features World Premieres from GLC, Hot Dollar, Ya Boy, Guerilla Black, Roccett, Really Doe, Hot Stylz as well as newcomers such as D-Pone & Romey.


Today we have the first track from the mixtape to be released entitled "Swagga Like Cuzz" featuring Blu Division's and Glasses Malone as well as the Dogg Pound's Kurupt over the highly heralded "Swagga Like Us" instrumental originally featuring T.I., Jay-Z, Kanye West & Lil Wayne.

K-Boy - Swagga Like Cuzz (Feat. Glasses Malone & Kurupt)

"Windy City of Angels" will be available in November - in the meantime we urge you to offer your thoughts and opinions on the new music via our forums.

Rud

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news 1225235554 - January 1, 1970 By : It's time to meet Draztic, an up-and-coming artist from Chicago, signed to Seattle's Jake Records. His album The Image of Pain is available as of today at all the usual online outlets (iTunes, Amazon, etc.) and in select Illinois and Indiana FYE stores. Jake Records label mate Shock G called Draztic "the truth" and everyone else who gets their ears on his music generally nod up and down in agreement. His beats come off with this old meets new sound that’s both catchy and gritty. Dubcnn sat down with Draz for some quick coffee-talk; here's how it went down:

Your album The Image of Pain is dropping right now, as a newer MC what do you want people to take away from this album? What are you trying to convey?

That we are all everyday people that share the same life experiences. I want people to feel the passion and genuine approach that I try to reflect in the music. I will never pretend to be other than what or who I am. I want people to hear it, enjoy it, and feel optimistic about hip-hop & life on a whole.

Chicago has its share of known rappers and producers, who from the Chi is a favorite?

Tough question, however, I'll put it this way: Out of the big names, Common would have to be the guy for me. He has one of the best catalogs as far as musical integrity in the industry. Com is that dude! Kanye is nice! Juice & RhymeFest are nasty with the freestyles, two of the best to ever do it. Also there is Ilonde Kelley, Profound, Phoebe Mack, Tillie & and my fam DJ Mars holding it down. As far as producers, DJ Jazz, Debrece & Xtra, Trey Carruthers, Mike B. These are all enormous talents that I respect and admire.

Jake Records is your label, and they're making lots of moves on the Indie scene. How'd you hook up with those cats?

I actually linked up with Jake out of admiration for Digital Underground. I was never into a lot of label stuff as far as trust. However, I saw that legends of D.U.'s status had inked a deal with the company, and I felt secure in the idea that it could be a fit for me and I gave Scott a call. The rest is history.

I know you're focused on the debut record right now, but what are Draztic's plans for the future? What can we expect from you next?

I have been busy securing features on outside projects and assisting in helping a few others in my camp finish LPs. My goal is to continue pushing and supporting the project. Aside from that, I really want to continue creating music. Even with an album dropping I am still in create mode. It's hard to drop the pen when ideas are flowing. There are many Draztic things coming for the 2009....

Be sure to hit up Draztic on his
Myspace and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Draz and Jake Records!

As always, hit me up on Myspace or e-mail me with any thoughts, ideas, comments and stories, and be sure to drop your feedback in our forums

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news 1225265876 - January 1, 1970 By : Last week seemed to be Guerilla Black week here on Dubcnn - and with good reason. The frequent updates from the Chicago born, Compton raised Guerilla Black were to highlight his latest mixtape - "The Black Tapes: Volume 1" - alongside DJ Ill Will and Tha Antidote.

So far we have featured three tracks from the new mixtape; the aptly titled He's Back!!, Hustlers Prayer and most recently Dolla F Gang. Today, as promised, we have the World Premiere of the full mixtape courtesy of DJ Ill Will and Guerilla Black.

"The Black Tapes: Volume 1" is now available for free download via the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network. This 15 track project is also available in our ever increasingly popular Embeddable Flash Audio Players - so you can stream and listen to the project wherever you are!

Guerilla Black - The Black Tapes: Volume 1 (Free Download)

Guerilla Black - The Black Tapes: Volume 1 (Streaming Audio)

Enjoy "The Black Tapes: Volume 1" - spread the download and streaming page links around - no direct linking - and drop your thoughts for Guerilla Black and DJ Ill Will to read on our the forums.

Rud

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news 1225832255 - January 1, 1970 By : Official press release: In a bold move designed to introduce their music all along the West Coast hip hop duo, Dem HoodStarz, have organized their own tour with the ever popular E-40 as the headliner. The Wake It Up Tour will visit 19 cities including Seattle, Las Vegas, San Deigo, Los Angeles, and Portland.

The tour recently began in Costa Mesa, CA and runs until November 25th. All of the artists on the tour are Dem HoodStarz, Big Rich, Keak Da Sneak, and Glasses Malone. Hip Hop veteran Too Short will also join them on select dates.

Dem Hoodstarz, are the Bay Area’s newest and hottest kids on the block made up of wordsmiths Band-Aide and Scoot. “People believe because we are from the Bay we’re all Hyphy. We grew up in that era but that’s not what we’re about. Our music is a mixture of Hyphy, West Coast, East Coast and Dirty South. We do it all and The Wake It Up Tour will urge audiences not to sleep on us,” says Scoot.

With the Ambassador of the Bay, E-40 side-by-side on stage, fans can get ready and set to get their monies worth. “Expect me to perform old school vintage E-40 songs and new school current E-40 songs, expect leadership crowed participation , lots of energy, excitement and stage presence. One thing my momma always told me was where ever I go and what ever I do, show up and show out, Hello!,” says E-40.

Dem HoodStarz sophomore album, "Black Friday", is scheduled to drop November 21, 2008, but their first single, “Code of the Streets,” is already receiving spins in several markets. Their second release, “I Got A Problem," featuring Gucci Mane, is gaining nods around the country as well. Although Dem Hoodstarz hail from the Bay Area, they don’t hail to be all Hyphy. The two say they are all street and every time they grab a mic that’s what they represent. "We got hot tracks they need to hear,” adds Band-Aide.

Dem Hoodstarz made their debut in 2007 with their hit single, "Grown Man On," produced by San Jose's Traxamillion from their freshman album Band-Aide & Scoot. Currently signed to their own independent label, Lawless Records, they are charted on a course to the land ultimate stardom and the Wake It Up Tour is the first rocket they’re launching to get them there.

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news 1225870875 - January 1, 1970 By : Last week we reported that "Your Wifeys Favourite DJ" was putting the finishing touches to yet another new mixtape. This time DJ Ill Will has linked up with DJ Moondawg to release a Chicago Meets LA Mixtape entitled "Windy City of Angels" hosted by Kanye West's Good Music Label Mate GLC. [read our 2006 interview here.]

"Windy City of Angels" features World Premieres from GLC, Hot Dollar, Ya Boy, Guerilla Black, Roccett, Really Doe, Hot Stylz as well as newcomers such as D-Pone & Romey.

Last week we premiered the first track from the mixtape to be released entitled Swagga Like Cuzz featuring Blu Division's K-Boy and Glasses Malone as well as the Dogg Pound's Kurupt over the highly heralded "Swagga Like Us" instrumental originally featuring T.I., Jay-Z, Kanye West & Lil Wayne.

As promised we have "Windy City of Angels" avaialable for free download below. On the page you will find full covers, tracklist and the download link.

DJ Ill Will & DJ Moondawg Present - Windy City Of Angels (Hosted By GLC)

Enjoy "Windy City of Angels" - spread the download page link around - no direct linking - and drop your thoughts for Ill Will to read on our forums.

Rud

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news 1226523389 - January 1, 1970 By : Ludacris and Dubcnn team up to give away a pair of Digital Age Walk Free Wireless Headphones and the new Ludacris album. To enter the contest, simply email JustinL@dubcnn.com with your full name and mailing address. Entries must be submitted by November 25, 2008, and winner will be randomly selected and notified that day.
Ludacris is releasing his 6th album Theater Of The Mind on Nov. 25th, 2008 on DTP/Def Jam Records. The album features the singles "One More Drink" co-staring T-Pain and "What Them Girls Like" co-staring Chris Brown and Sean Garrett, along with the tracks "Undisputed" co-staring Floyd Mayweather. For more info on the album, check out www.myspace.com/ludacris.

1. "Intro"
2. "Undisputed" co-staring Floyd Mayweather Jr. (scored by Don Cannon)
3. "Wish You Would" co-staring T.I. (scored by DJ Toomp)
4. "One More Drink" co-staring T-Pain (scored by Trackmasters)
5. "Call Up The Homies" co-staring The Game and Willy Northpole
(scored by Clinton Sparks)
6. "Southern Gangster" co-staring Ving Rhames, Rick Ross, & Playazx
Circle (scored by Street Runner)
7. "Everybody Hates Chris" co-staring Chris Rock (scored by Don Cannon)
8. "What Them Girls Like" co-staring Chris Brown and Sean Garrett
(scored by Darkchild)
9. "Nasty Girl" co-staring Plies (scored by Swizz Beatz)
10. "Contagious" co-staring Jamie Foxx (scored by Scott Storch)
11. "Last Of A Dying Breed" co-staring Lil Wayne (scored by Wyldfyer)
12. "MVP" (scored by DJ Premier)
13. "I Do It For Hip Hop" co-staring Nas & Jay-Z (scored by Wyldfyer)
14. "Do The Right Thing" co-staring Common & Spike Lee (scored by 9th
Wonder)
15. "Outro"

The Walk-Free Digital Wireless Headphones are the first true digital, wireless headphones for your desktop or notebook PC or Mac. The Walk Free Headphones transmit the audio from your computer in uncompressed digital audio format for the highest sound quality. And because it uses the 2.4 GHz frequency, you can use the Walk-Free Wireless Headphones up to 30 meters (open field) away from your computer. The Walk-Free Wireless Headphones work with Windows 98SE, ME, 2000 and XP, along with both Mac OS 9 and OS X.

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news 1226527630 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn hooked up with Kurupt to get a few words on the Kurupt & Roscoe album, "The Frank & Jess Story", which was officially released yesterday, November 11th 2008, through High Powered Ent/Koch Records. The album was produced by J. Silva and features Daz, Kokane, Too Short, Rob Quest and Gail Gotti amongst others.

"This album was long overdue. Me and Scodie have always kept it pushing and it was about time we came full circle for a whole album. This is just the start, you can expect many more albums from me and Roscoe", Kurupt said.

Throughout the last weeks, Kurupt and Roscoe have been on a nationwide promo tour, networking and promoting the album on different radio stations. "We were out in New York, DJ Whoo Kid showed us a lot of love, everybody at G-Unit Radio, Shade 45, they fuck with us heavy. Even Kay Slay, that's my nigga! I ain't kicked it with him like that before, but I got a chance to meet him and he's a real cool cat. They all supported the project, so anything any of those DJ's need, Kay Slay, Whoo Kid, Angela Yee (Lip Service), they all support us big", he said about the duo's promo tour, which also featured 40 Glocc and Gail Gotti.

"We was just having a ball, that's what the album was about. It's conscious but fun at the same time - and all West Coast. We've got conscious records on there like "All I Need" with Daz and the one with me and Rob from the Coughee Brothaz, which is some smooth, real life shit." About the albums producer, High Powered Ent's John Silva, Kurupt had nothing but good things to say: "John really put this record together and I think people are gonna see some of his best work on there."

We already brought you two tracks off the album, "Break It Down Like" with Too Short and the introspective "I Got U", but here go two of my personal favorites off "The Frank & Jess Story", incase you need more convincing to go pick it up:

Kurupt & Roscoe - All I Need (ft. Daz Dillinger)
Kurupt & Roscoe - No Time To Waste (ft. Kokane, Rob Quest & T-Mac)

Incase you haven't done so yet, make sure to go pick up Kurupt & Roscoe's "The Frank & Jess Story", available in stores and online now!

However, knowing Kurupt, he already has plenty of other projects he's putting together, most notably the Kurupt & DJ Quik album "Blaqkout" (spelt qk for "Q"uik and "K"urupt). This album is shaping up to be one of the most promising to drop in the near future.

"Me and Quik is next with the Blaqkout. The album is real proper, we put our foot in on this one! We're about 90% done, about two more songs to do and Quik is already mixing the tracks. This is a step above a lot of things we've done lately, Kurupt explains.

"I told Quik that people don't want too much time to go by before another Quik album comes out. He's part of the history out here and they wanna hear him! He said fuck it, let's ride out! We did a few records and he was loving it, the chemistry was there. We're both rapping on the album and Quik did all the production." If that's not enough information to get the excitement up for "Blaqkout", then I don't know what is.

Apart from that, you can also expect the upcoming Dogg Pound album "100 Wayz", a Kurupt solo album called "Street Lights" entirely produced by Terrace Martin, and another Kurupt solo produced by Snoop Dogg. "Each of these are totally different albums, none of them sound the same. Each of them got its own concept", Kurupt described his various solo projects.

As usual, you can expect the latest news on Kurupt and the rest of the Dogg Pound Gang, right here on dubcnn.

Nima

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news 1227030652 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been some time coming but we just got word that the long awaited "Homeland Security" mixtape from Ca$his and Young De is almost ready for release.

The Shady Records MC Ca$his and long time Dubcnn featured Young De have lined up with DJ Whoo Kid for this collaborative project. The new mixtape features 24 original tracks from Ca$his and Young De alongside artists including B-Real, Kurupt, Freeway, Royce Da 59, Crooked I and Hot Dolla.

The duo also have two skits from the returning Eminem - who is currently in Detriot with Dr. Dre wrapping up production on his long awaited new LP "Relapse." Production on "Homeland Security" is handled by Rikanatti, Apathy, Damizza, LOS and Drew What It Do.

LOS produced the first track we have from the mixtape for you for download and streaming; "In God's Hands" - check the full tracklist below to hear the single.

01) Homeland Security Riot
02) In God's Hands (Produced By LOS)
03) Cold World (Feat. B Real) (Produced By Apathy)
04) Freedom Is Under Attack (Skit)
05) Never Enough (Produced By Rikanatti)
06) Eminem Brings It Back!!!
07) 22's (Produced By Rikanatti)
08) Cane Route (Produced By Damizza)
09) Homeland Security Skit 2
10) What You Smokin (Produced By Drew What it Do)
11) Cadillac Leaning (Produced By Rikanatti)
12) Super Max Prison Skit
13) Thug About (Produced By Rikanatti)
14) Clear The Room (Feat, Crooked I & Royce Da 59) (Produced By Rikanatti)
15) Around My Way (Produced By Dae One)
16) Robert De Niro - Homeland Security Skit
17) Why Not (Feat. Freeway & Kurupt) (Produced By Rikanatti)
18) Choppin & Movin (Produced By Rikanatti)
19) Robert Deniro - Homeland Security Skit 2
20) You Don't (Produced By Rikanatti)
21) Back On My Sh-t - Rellavent
22) No Saving Me (Feat. Hot Dolla) (Produced By LOS)
23) Can't Move (Feat. Mitchy Slick) (Produced By Rikanatti)
24) Eminem Outro

Enjoy the new music and look for Dubcnn to have the full "Homeland Security" mixtape for you very soon!

Rud

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news 1227219360 - January 1, 1970 By : Alchemist is back with a brand new EP called "The Cookbook: Better Living Through Chemistry", which is available through iTunes now. The 6-track deep EP is set to hold the fans over until Alchemist's long awaited solo album "Chemical Warfare" comes out in early 2009.

We brought you the single off "The Cookbook" back in September, "Lose Your Life", the star-studded track featuring Snoop Dogg, Jadakiss and Pusha T of The Clipse. The official video just came out and it's most of the most creative videos I've seen in a minute.

Make sure to watch the cartoon video, produced by Devin Flynn (creator of "Ya'll So Stupid"), by clicking below:

Alchemist - Lose Your Life (ft. Snoop Dogg, Jadakiss & Pusha T) [Video]

We also have another joint off the EP for ya'll to listen to before purchasing. This one is called "Therapy" and features Alchemist's frequent partner-n-rhyme Evidence, Los Angeles MC Blu and KiD CuDi. Check it out:

Alchemist - Therapy (ft. Evidence, Blu & KiD CuDi)

Make sure to cop Alchemist's "Cookbook", which features Snoop Dogg, Jadakiss, Pusha T, Evidence, Blu, KiD CuDi, Prodigy, Keak Da Sneak, Nina Sky, Styles P, CNN, and be on the look out for "Chemical Warfare" coming soon!

Nima

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news 1227302538 - January 1, 1970 By : Kidz In The Hall, currently on a 35-City National Tour sponsored by Microsoft ZUNE, are continuing to build off the success of their sophomore album, The In Crowd. The group's second single and video for their song "Love Hangover" featuring Estelle is going to be The New Joint on BET's 106 & Park today, Friday November 21st airing at 6PM EST. The video debuted on BET's new show The Deal last week and the group will be an invited guest on the show in early December. Few Independent artists have had the opportunity to break into the national spotlight that 106 & Park provides. This is yet another stepping stone for Kidz In The Hall, reaffirming their premier status in Hip Hop.

"Love Hangover" is also in rotation at MTV 2, MTVU, MTV Jamz, VH1 Soul, Music Choice & FUSE. The video has been added into programming for United Airlines and US Airways as well. Furthermore, starting December 26th and running for one month, Kidz In The Hall will be the featured artist highlighted on Nordstrom’s website. The promotion consists of reviews, and a stream of their LOVE HANGOVER video. It's a way for Nordstrom's to offer a spotlight to music and videos that they believe their customers will appreciate.

"Love Hangover" is also receiving radio support with mixshow spins from marquee DJs such as Envy, Self, ENUFF, Mr. Cee, and Cocoa Chanelle to name a few.

In other recent news, Kidz In The Hall's first single "Driving Down The Block" has been included in the soundtrack for Rockstar Game's Midnight Club LA. This is Kidz In The Hall's second major gaming licensing deal, after their song "The Blackout" was featured as only one of twenty tracks in EA Sports Madden 09.

Double O of Kidz In The Hall is excited about the promotions, saying "this is another great milestone for Kidz In The Hall, Duck Down Records, Major League Entertainment and our overall team. The album and its music has exceeded our expectations and proves that good, quality music can rise to the top."

View the “Love Hangover” video
here

As always, hit me up on Myspace or e-mail me at chad@dubcnn.com with any thoughts, ideas, comments and stories, and be sure to drop your feedback in our forums.


ChadKiser

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news 1227360081 - January 1, 1970 By : Guerilla Union, the promoters for the 2008 Rock The Bells International Festival Series has partnered with Hip Hop Official to present the first-ever Rock the Bells online charity auction. Dubcnn is honoured once again to have been asked by Guerilla Union to be a Partner for the Auction from which all proceeds will benefit the American Diabetes Association (ADA).

From December 1 through December 15, 2008 — just following Diabetes Awareness Month (November) — fans can go online to bid for various pieces of memorabilia from the 2008 tour.

Featured items include two custom limited-edition Rock the Bells skateboard decks signed by all 2008 RTB artists including Nas, Mos Def, members of De La Soul, The Pharcyde, ATCQ and more. In addition, several 2008 RTB artists and labels are getting involved by donating special autographed pieces, such as Tribe’s Low End Theory vinyl signed by Phife Dawg, sneakers from Supernatural and Wale, a prize pack from Duck Down records (Kidz In The Hall), plus many more.

Inspiration for getting involved with this great cause is Phife Dawg, member of A Tribe Called Quest and a diabetic. During the 2008 Rock the Bells festival series, he displayed tremendous strength and resilience through his current battle with the disease. According to Phife Dawg "Believe it or not, Diabetes affects us all. Until we find a cure it will continue to affect us. I was lucky to have a 2nd chance at life, others aren’t so lucky, so please help us find a cure for this madness we call DIABETES!"

Chang Weisberg, Guerilla Union founder, states; "Phife was an absolute inspiration to myself and our staff. His courage and strength to perform night in and night out for Rock The Bells was nothing less than extraordinary. We are extremely excited to join his fight against this serious and deadly disease by giving back to the community through this auction. With November being Diabetes Awareness Month, our goal is to bring national attention by sharing a piece of hip-hop history with our fans."

Contributions will also be made in memory of J Dilla, legendary hip-hop producer and rapper, as well as Jheryl Busby, former president and chief executive of Motown Records who revived the label in the 1990’s.

To read more about the auction and learn about diabetes, people can visit the
Official Auction Website. Instant updates about new items up for bid will also be available by texting CHARITY to 44688.

Dubcnn is proud to Partner with Guerilla Union and Hip Hop Official for this Charity Auction and we urge all our readers to support the auction by visiting the Official Auction Website and bidding when the auction opens on December 1.

Rud

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news 1227454762 - January 1, 1970 By : As many of you have heard, Flint, Michigan rapper MC Breed has passed away unexpectedly this weekend. Known for his “More Bounce To The Ounce”-inspired debut, Ain’t No Future In Your Frontin’, the legendary MC catapulted to fame at a time when it was unheard of for an emcee out of the mid-west to breakthrough.

MC Breed opened the doors for artists like Eminem, D12, and even Kid Rock to be seen and heard by the masses.


Breed got down with several of the west coast’s finest throughout his illustrious career, including Warren G, Too $hort, Ant Banks, 2Pac, D.O.C., Rappin’ 4-Tay, and Spice-1 to name a few. Shortly after he exploded on the scene, he made a move to L.A., where he formed lasting friendship with the D.O.C. The new friendship found Breed in the studio with The Chronic creators: D.O.C., Dr. Dre, Warren G and Colin Wolfe. In fact, his 3rd album, The New Breed, included the assistance of D.O.C., Warren G & Colin Wolfe, and featured the late 2Pac on the hit single Gotta Get Mine.

Later, you could find Breed hanging out with Too $hort and his Dangerous Crew, where he did several collaborations with the Oakland mack including Never Talk Down, We Do This, Buy You Some and others. He also featured with M.C. Pooh (Don’t Cost A Dime), Spice-1 (Ballin’), Ant Banks (Money Don’t Make A Man and 4 Tha Hustlaz), as well as having Dangerous Crew producers Ant Banks and Shorty B work on a few of his solo efforts like Big Baller, Funkafied and Flatline.

Before his untimely passing, Dubcnn’s own Chad Kiser and Jon Hay had the chance to speak to with MC Breed on a number of occasions regarding his past accomplishments, as well as his future projects. One of those projects he talked about included a new album in the works, tentatively titled Original Breed: Swag Heavy, which was intended to be released through his original recording home Ichiban Records. Although the project was still in development, Breed had reached out a few of his homies to help create the record, such as producer’s Erotic D and Ant Banks (who both contributed to his Flatline album), D.O.C., Spice-1, Too $hort, Jazze Pha and Colin Wolfe.

To listen to Breed's last interview with us click below:

MC Breed’s Final Interview

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more news and updates on this tragic situation.


ChadKiser

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news 1228118470 - January 1, 1970 By : It's the first day of the last month of 2008 and what better way to set it off than with some free new music! For the past six months we have been talking about it and last week we had a track from the long awaited "Homeland Security" mixtape from Ca$his and Young De entitled In God's Hands produced By LOS.

As we reported The Shady Records MC Ca$his and long time Dubcnn featured Young De have linked up with DJ Whoo Kid for this collaborative project that features 24 new and original tracks from Ca$his and Young De.

The duo have help on the project from artists including B-Real, Kurupt, Freeway, Royce Da 59, Crooked I and Hot Dolla.

The duo also have two skits from the returning Eminem - who is currently in Detriot with Dr. Dre wrapping up production on his long awaited new LP "Relapse." Production on "Homeland Security" is handled by Rikanatti, Apathy, Damizza, LOS and Drew What It Do.

You can download "Homeland Security" for free via the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network. The mixtape is also available in our ever increasingly popular Embeddable Flash Audio Players - so you can stream and listen to the project wherever you are!

DJ Whoo Kid Presents: Cashis & Young De - Homeland Security (Free Download)

DJ Whoo Kid Presents: Cashis & Young De - Homeland Security (Streaming Audio)

Enjoy "Homeland Security" - spread the download and streaming page links around - no direct linking - and drop your thoughts for Cashis and Young De to read on the forums or via the Comments boxes on the download or streaming audio pages.

Rud

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news 1228323003 - January 1, 1970 By : Its already week three of the of the new incarnation of Dubcnn Radio via the Dubcnn LIVE Network. So far Episode 1 and Episode 2 have received great feedback from all our readers.

Having linked up with both C-Bo and hotly tipped West Coast up and comer Nipsey Hussle last week, the Dubcnn duo of Yash and J-Ro, are in no mood to slow down this week. Not only have they got an exclusive interview with AMG - where he discusses rumours of a DJ Quik beef, shares memorys of Eazy-E and Tupac as well as answering some of our forum member questions - they also have a host of new and exclusive music.

Amongst the World Premieres are two tracks from Ice-T who is back with two new records with SMG, one from Tyrese who sent us a Kanye West featured track as well as new and exclusive music from Young Maylay, King T, Xzibit and Dresta.

In the second half of the show - dubbed "Cali Hop Hour" - you will hear Yash and J-Ro playing some classic tracks before wrapping up the show with another World Premiere from Stylistic Jones, King T & Tash.

As ever you will hear the latest new music interspersed in the show from Redman, The Game, Jay Z, The Outlawz and more. Check below for the link to Episode 3, where you can listen or download Hour 1 and 2 and also see a full tracklist of the show.

Dubcnn Radio With Yash & J-Ro: Episode 3

Look for this feature to also contain Yash and J-Ro's feelings on the latest news and music - including their thoughts on Snoop Dogg's latest interview with DJ Whoo Kid - as well as much more. We welcome your feedback on the show, enourage your suggestions and ask that you get involved via our forum or via the new Comments Option On The Radio Show Page.

Rud

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news 1228343519 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn has a very proud history of being the first media outlet to give exposure to a long line of talented artists whom at the time may have been off most peoples radar. In many of these cases the artists used this as a stepping stone to go on and achieve great things in the music industry. I'm proud to say that today is another one of those days! Introducing Jonesy, from Riverside, Ca by way of Chicago, IL he is no stranger to the game having already worked with Mc Ren, Bigg Rocc, Seldom, Shadow & Tony Touch. Lacey Entertainment, the home of Jonesy, have sent us an exclusive track "Game Tight" to share and it is the single from his upcoming album "The Lacey Way Vol. 1".

This is far from being a run of the mil club single, instead Jonesy flows flawlessly over an energetic beat and the vocals from Raymond Wayne only add to it. Mature, fresh and banging are just a few words that come to mind when trying to summarise the track. I encourage all readers to give the song a spin, i have no doubts you will all love the record as much as I do. For more on Jonesy visit the Lacey Ent.
myspace page.

Jonesy - Game Tight Ft. Raymond Wayne

Be sure to drop by the forums and tell us what you think of the song. Any comments for me send them to me by email, mil@dubcnn.com.

Mil

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news 1229552753 - January 1, 1970 By : Snoop Dogg just officially released his "Christmas In Tha Dogghouse" album, and it is available for purchase through iTunes, SnoopDogg.com, and other online digital retailers. The album features new tracks from Tha Dogg Pound, Soopafly, Nate Dogg, Bad Lucc, Damani, J. Black, Half Dead, Twinz, Uncle Chucc and The Hustle Boyz. For more information and to listen to the new single check out Snoop Dogg on MySpace Music: Myspace.com/SnoopDogg

iTunes Purchase Link: Snoop Dogg presents Christmas In Tha Dogghouse

1. Christmas Intro - Snoop Dogg
2. Xmas on Soul - J Black f/ Snoop Dogg
3. This Christmas - Tha Dogg Pound f/ Chris Starr
4. A Gift That Keeps On Giving - Damani f/ Chris Starr
5. A New Xmas - The Hustle Boyz f/ Uncle Chucc
6. I Miss Them Days - Soopafly
7. A Very Special Christmas - Uncle Chucc
8. Twas the Night Before Xmas - Damani f/ Snoop Dogg
9. My Little Mama Trippin On Xmas - Bad Lucc
10. Just Like Xmas - Half Dead and the Twinz
11. Look Out - Snoop Dogg, Daz Dillinger, Kurupt, Nate Dogg
12. When was Jesus Born - Lil Gee
13. Xmas Trees - Kurupt f/ Chris Starr
14. Everyday is Like Christmas To Me - Damani
15. "Christmas in The Hood" - Daz Dillinger f/ Deacon
16. "The Grinch" - Bad Lucc
17. It's Christmas Time - The Hustle Boyz f/ Chris Starr
18. "Landy In My Egg Nog" - Bad Lucc & Soopafly
19. Christmas Outro - Snoop Dogg
20. A Pimp's Christmas Song - Snoop Dogg f/ Jake the Flake and Don Juan Bishop


JustinL

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news 1229927872 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn would like to present the new "Landy In My Egg Nog" music video from Bad Lucc and Soopafly. The song is produced by Niggarachi, and the video comes courtesy of Dah Dah who puts a twist on a classic film that many may recognize.

Bad Lucc & Soopafly -
Landy In My Egg Nog (Video Directed by Dah Dah)

"Landy In My Egg Nog" can be found on the new "Snoop Dogg presents: Christmas In Tha Dogghouse" album, which is available through iTunes, SnoopDogg.com, and other online digital retailers. The album features new tracks from Tha Dogg Pound, Soopafly, Nate Dogg, Bad Lucc, Damani, J. Black, Half Dead, Twinz, Uncle Chucc and The Hustle Boyz.

For more information and to listen to the new single check out Snoop Dogg on MySpace Music: Myspace.com/SnoopDogg

iTunes Purchase Link: Snoop Dogg presents Christmas In Tha Dogghouse

Dah Dah will also soon be releasing the new music video "For The Good Times" featuring Snoop Dogg and The Hustle Boyz

JustinL

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news 1229971468 - January 1, 1970 By : 40 Glocc stays busy! We just got word that the Colton City rapper will be dropping a new mixtape for free download this week called "I Am Legend", presented by DJ Whoo Kid and DJ Nik Bean. Features on the mixtape include Akon, 50 Cent, Tony Yayo, Spider Loc, Ras Kass, Trey Songz and Alchemist.

Check out thisis50.com this week for the free download of "I Am Legend".

Nima

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