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1097012913 - January 1, 1970 By : Friday October 1st found the Malibu Inn being invaded by the Project Blowed and other West Coast Underground acts. Big shouts to Brian Lewis & Juda Starr for putting on the show. Thanks for lacing your boy with some VIP acess. I got you on anything you need homie. Now, back to the show.
I showed up with LatinaBeatz(from this site, with her fine ass. LOL.) and her cousin, about half way into the first set. The first group up was 7th Sign. Seen them before, real dope group. Didn't get any pics though. They are actually a 7-8 person squad, including a drummer, but this night they only had 5 people. Not sure why. Nonetheless, I suggest peeping them out here. Preview their album on CDBaby.com. Their emcees are very powerful and don't follow that usual Compton sound. Very dope group who are yet to get the attention they deserve. They have a singer, a Reggaeton artist, male emcees, female emcees, the works. A real eclectic group with a real crazy sound and great message. Now, they're not on some preachy shit, but they're socially concious, and all of them can spit it hot. Watch for more on them here in the coming weeks. On to the next act.
Hailing from the Northside of Long Beach is the Project Blowedians Da Mon Star Mob. I've also brought them up before on the site during a few of my reviews, these cats are SERIOUS. Skarekrow on the beats, and let me tell you, this boy is a problem. He's got some of the illest beats I've heard in a minute. Jul Unique, L-Swift & Onslaught are very dope emcees, I might add, as well. They all have mad energy and spit heat for the streets and the clubs. I got a couple videos of their performance so you can see for yourself. I'll be dropping that in the coming time. I'm for sure gonna bring a lot more info on this group. They're being slept on, but it's time to change all that. They got an album dropping and another one coming sooner than you think. Check out their official website.
Next up, more Blowed members, Customer Service. This is an 8 man squad, but they only had 6 members with them. They all looked rather young, but all controlled the mic well. This group is truely breaking down the color lines, so to say, we find in Hip Hop today. They got cats of all colors and creeds and cultures in their group. I had heard their name before, but I've never seen them. I enjoyed their set. They have fun with Hip Hop, but keep it in it's purest form. But, if you're a close minded person who only wants gangsta shit, they may not be for you. Anyway, the entire crew has some real good energy. I enjoyed their set. I'll also be bringing info on them. If you don't frequent the Project Blowed events on Thursdays, you can keep up with the crew on their Official site or their page on Myspace also. Look for a video of some of their perfomance coming soon.
Now don't sleep on this next emcee. He's one of THE illest on the West Coast, hell, he's one of the illest in all of Hip Hop. I don't give a fuck, I'm big uppin' him like that. Trenseta is NOT for play. On the mic he's a beast. He's cocky, but he backs it up. He has witty punchlines, but DO NOT confuse him for a punchline emcee. Tren comes with depth, real lyrics and a great live show. On stage, he's no different that he is on CD. Anyone who heard his Uncut Vol. 1 mixtape will know what I mean. Unfortunately, my camera started acting up during his performance, I was only able to get a few pictures and the video cut off. Not to worry, I'll be bringing the scoop on Tren and his Urban Legendz crew, soon.
Planet Asia. What else is there to say? A Legend. An amazing emcee. One of the greats out here. His live show is a must see. He comes out solo. No hype man, which is a major plus. He gets the crowd very hype. He performed some old cuts and did a lot of new shit. He even treated us to a cut off his up coming Mixtape. It was tight as hell. I got it on tape and I'll be bringing that exclusively to ya'll here. Also, during his set, Asia pointed out legendary Hip Hop producer Battlecat(shouts to BC!) in the crowd. He mentioned that he and Cat will be collabing, so be on the look for that. It's gonna be major. One of the illest producers with one of the illest emcees, can't wait. Also, don't forget, As is doing a full album with Evidence of Dilated Peoples. He's working hard, so support the man damn it!
To close the show, you had the leader of the Project Blowed, Aceyalone. As always he puts on a great show, going through classics and new material. Just as with the rest of the acts, I got some video of his performance. You'll just have to keep checking back for that. It's gonna be off the hook. Ace ended his set by bringing up a bunch of emcees who performed and they all started freestyling, in classic Project Blowed fashion. Cats from Customer Service and other Blowedians like Non-Stop went up and busted. Even Planet Asia joined in on the fun. Great way to end a great show. I'll be keeping ya'll informed on the Blowed as well, too. All the artists.
Here are some pictures to keep you occupied until I get the videos ready.
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1121377558 - January 1, 1970 By : An Anger Management 3 tour bus whose passengers included Eminem's DJ, Alchemist, and the Detroit rapper's latest protégé, Atlanta's Stat Quo, collided with a pair of tractor-trailers just outside Odessa, Missouri, before overturning Wednesday night, triggering a six-vehicle pileup that left a dozen people seriously injured.
Those injured were rushed to nearby hospitals - some of them, via helicopter. Seven tour bus passengers sustained injuries, although police did not disclose specific details on what or how severe those injuries were.
Stat Quo, who was listed on the accident report by his real name, Stanley Benton , was rushed to Independence Regional Health Center in Independence, Missouri, where he was treated and released, according to a hospital spokesperson. Stat's manager, Joseph Fendrick, was transported to the same hospital, where he's listed in fair condition.
Scott Cherry, a Shady Records bodyguard who protects 50 Cent and Eminem, was treated at and released from St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. Alan Maman, perhaps better known by his stage name, Alchemist, is still being treated at St. Luke's for his injuries, as is his brother and co-manager, Neil Maman. Both are listed in good condition.
According to a Missouri Highway Patrol accident report, the crash occurred just after 6 p.m. on Wednesday, on a heavily trafficked stretch of Interstate 70 outside Odessa. The bus - bound for Denver, the site of Thursday night's (July 14) Anger Management 3 tour stop - was "traveling at a high rate of speed" when its driver swerved onto the highway's shoulder, to avoid the slower-moving tractor-trailers.
The bus slid off the right side of the roadway, but then veered sharply to the left and back onto the highway, clipping one of the trucks.
The force from the impact shot the truck across several lanes of traffic and over the highway median, into the oncoming traffic lane. The bus continued its trajectory, striking a second 18-wheeler. The brunt of that collision forced the bus onto its side; the vehicle came to rest on the highway's median, with a portion of the bus protruding into the eastbound lanes. Four other vehicles, including two motorcycles, collided with truck and bus debris.
According to the Kansas City Star, the driver of one of the tractor-trailers, Breck Wyngarden, estimated the bus' speed at 85 mph.
It was not clear at press time how the accident would affect the remainder of the tour - which features 50 Cent, Eminem, Lil Jon & the East Side Boyz, G-Unit, D12, Obie Trice and Stat Quo - or Thursday night's concert in Denver. MTV News will be updating this developing story throughout the day.
Chris Harris (MTV NEWS)
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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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1141685289 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Children’s author, Michael P., and illustrator, Doug “DUG1” Cunningham team with startup animation house Rebel Static for a groundbreaking new Hip-Hop cartoon based on the critically acclaimed children’s book, Turntable Timmy (Last Gasp Publishing).
The musical comedy crusade will consist of 90-second short films with full-motion animation, and will debut this summer on turntabletimmy.com. The micro-series will detail the exploits of Turntable Timmy and his crew, The Arrowtown Rockers, as they due battle with a corporate crook, Chip Staka, and his conniving cronies, in an attempt to save Hip-Hop from the clutches of wackness. By using the power of the 5 Elements and staying true to themselves, Timmy and his crew are able to combat the evil forces in the music industry.
“The series was created out of the necessity to educate the youth and bring forth awareness regarding the foundation of Hip-Hop culture,” says Michael P., “Through modern technology, we have the ability to produce and distribute, to a worldwide audience, our visions and interpretations regarding the current state of the culture.”
Turntablist, Mike Relm, has also been tapped as Music Director for the series. “His turntable skills are a valued asset to the Rebel Static team,” says Executive Producer, Otto Grajeda, “When the question was asked, what producer do we get to perform the task of sound engineer for the series, only one name came to mind, Mike Relm. He’s an amazingly innovative producer, as well as a dope DJ. I sure he will bring a lot to the series in terms of audio quality and style.”
To see the Turntable Timmy trailer click: here, or visit turntabletimmy.com.
Shouts out to Adisa Banjoko for the heads up!
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1154631273 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn introduced you to Inland Empire rapper Raje a while ago who got his break in the internet world with his track "Honestly" featuring Goldie Loc. Shortly after that, Raje has released his first mixtape "Independently Major", and now he's already back in the studio working on Volume 2 hosted by Big Mike.
The Moreno Valley native has something for everyone in his catalog. On "Independently Major" he showcases his unique style and a swagger all his own over original production as well as going the jacking for beats route.
The 18 track mixtape is now available for free download. Dubcnn presents... Raje - "Independently Major":
Raje - Independently Major (108 MB RAR File)
Visit Raje's MySpace page at myspace.com/raje101
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1171396893 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Mywaves, a mobile video company that delivers Web video entertainment and world-renown underground DJ, DJ Skee today announced SKEE.TV - a free mobile urban lifestyle show that can be sent directly to mobile phones and viewable on the Web via mywaves.com. SKEE.TV’s premiere episode will broadcast from the NBA All Star action in Las Vegas on Thursday.
SKEE.TV will be a daily two to three minute mobile TV program delivered free to mywaves users on their mobile phones. On SKEE.TV, DJ Skee will take viewers inside what’s hot, what’s not and where the action is.
With episodes ranging from celebrity interviews to adventures with professional athletes, behind the scenes at the hottest NBA All Star parties to the latest on the underground music scene – fans can get their dose of SKEE.TV from the Web or on their mobile phone.
Rajeev Raman CEO of mywaves, explains the collaboration; "DJ Skee’s fan base represents the on-the-go and on-demand generation. Mobile youth has a near insatiable appetite for new kinds of original entertainment and they don’t want to be restricted to viewing what’s cool to times pre-determined by a network or to when they happen to have access to the Internet. SKEE.TV shatters the barriers – delivering edgy, relevant content directly to mobile phones. DJ Skee will become the face behind a whole new genre of entertainment for this audience."
"My venture with mywaves is the latest component in my mission to bring the hottest urban entertainment to the mainstream through mobilevision, my daily shows will allow users to have VIP access to events, music and fashion literally in the palm of their hands thanks to the innovation of mywaves and SKEE.TV" explains DJ Skee.
From February 15 to February 18, SKEE.TV will premiere with daily episodes, sharing all the fun and activity happening NBA All Star Week in Las Vegas.
Viewers can tune in to SKEE.TV for free, and have it and other videos automatically sent to and updated on their mobile phones by signing up for mywaves at MyWaves.com. So whether a viewer wants to catch a SKEE.TV episode on the bus, or a new music video between classes, or the news on a lunch break - the video is ready to watch with just a few presses of a button on a mobile phone.
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1175079662 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Think back to February 2006 and see if you can recall the first time you heard of Raje' on Dubcnn. Chances are you will if you were a reader at that time but even if not - now is the time to listen up.
Raje' is an incredibly talented versatile artist hailing from the Inland Empire, with an unorthodox and unique style he ensures he stands out from countless others with a swagger that sets him apart. Whether you want a commercial record, a thought provoking song, a lyrical mind bender or a down right street cut Raje' can supply.
Having been named as a featured artist on UBL.com as a result of his smash single "Tonight" featuring Ronnie L (Sony Music Group) he went on to release his first mixtape "Independently Major" that we we provided for free download in August. [see; Raje's "Independently Major" Up For Free Download]
Since then he has been busy working on a Part II to this project, which we have for exclusive download today! "5 Albums Deep" is his latest mixtape that sees him rip up original production as well as well as more than handling himself over existing beats. The mixtape features artists including Goldie Loc, Akon, Layzie Bone, Busta Rhymes, O.D.B., Ronnie Lavell, Infamous, Dirty Birdy and Nas.
We have put up three preview tracks for you to sample before grabbing the full mixtape, the Akon and Layzie Bone featured "Never Forget Me" (a track from the upcoming "Strength & Loyalty" album), a new cut with Dirty Birdy called "Gangsta Music" and the track we premiered last year with Goldie Loc; "Honestly." Click the links below to hear all those and listen out for his lyrics on "Never Forget Me" - "One article on DubC-N-N and your boy hits the clubs on Dubs in the Benz!"
Raje' - Never Forget Me (Feat. Akon & Layzie Bone)
Raje' - Gangsta Music (Feat. Dirty Birdy)
Raje' - Honestly (Feat. Goldie Loc)
Dubcnn Presents: Raje' - 5 Albums Deep (Mixtape Download Page)
Check out the three incredible preview cuts and click the link above to see the album cover, the tracklist and to download the full project for free! Rest assured that Raje' has delivered once again, this is a mixtape not to be missed. Label executives listen up; Raje' is open for talks having been scouted and approached for the past 12 months, if you wish to arrange a meeting then we ask that you contact him on MySpace.
In related news we are proud to announce a Dubcnn Presented street album that we are getting ready to start with Raje', artists and producers who may wish to get involved are welcome to contact us, we will keep all readers informed of the latest developments.
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1189523895 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Cast your mind back to almost two years ago when we first introduced you to Inland Empire representer, Bossolo. The aspiring artist was at that point releasing his latest album "My Bloc" which featured production from, amongst others, Fingazz and Young Tre who has produced for Westside Connection.
Bossolo has kept his prescence in the streets at the top of his agenda with his mixtapes and shows across the state. Today we are back with news of his latest solo album which was recently released entitled "Broken Glass Shattered" as well as an upcoming compilation to showcase his new label Bloc Hustle Muzic.
First up we have four tracks for download from "Broken Glass Shattered" which once again outlines Bossolo as a name that more need to take note of. Across the album he delivers hard-hitting lyrics with a confidence and tone that exudes charisma on the mic. Production is predominantly handled by up and coming beatsmith A-Clasik which provides a consistancy throughout, with other instrumentals from Fingaaz, Dove Mack and H Sparaza. All but one of the tracks to download below are solo cuts and will show you the spectrum of music available on this release.
Bossolo - Big Bosses
Bossolo - Guess Who's Back
Bossolo - Low Rydin' (Feat. Yuung Boy)
Bossolo - West Coast
Since the release of "Broken Glass Shattered" Bossolo has inked a deal for his major label debut album with Universal Records thanks to the buzz from this release. "Bloc Hustlin" has been given the release date of January 8 2008 via Thump/Universal/BlocHustleMuzic.
With that in mind Bossolo has wasted no time in preparing a mixtape to help build his new labels status. With the Inland Empire already home to artists including Sly Boogy, Homeless Nation, Fingazz, Bigg North, Kartoon, Raje and many more he intends to give Bloc Hustle Muzic a platform on "Bloc Hustle Muzic Volume 1."
With vocals from artists including Yunng Boy, Moss Maja, Caine of Mischivious Poets, Ag Cabano, Mac Man, Al Fila and John Izie over production from up and comer A-Clasik alongside established names including Fingazz and Young Tre, Bossolo aims to raise the label profile with its release on September 25th. The cover for the mixtape can be seen here.
The Thump/Universal/BlocHustleMuzic imprint has also taken GCodeRecords under its wing to re-release the Young Trey mixtape "W.E.S.T Radio Volume 1" that came out last year, that can be seen on the Dubcnn Download Page.
The release is now scheduled for release on November 20th 2007 and includes tracks featuring Mack 10, Bossolo, Young Hoggs, Big Foot, Comrads, Snoop Dogg, The Game and WC
Stay tuned for more news and media from Bossolo and the Universal/BlocHustleMuzic imprint over the coming months, until then enjoy the new music and drop your thoughts for Bossolo over at our Forum Community.
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1222044497 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Dubcnn regular Raje' has inked a deal! His debut album "You're Welcome" is set for release in January 2009 on A.S.A.P./Koch Records.
Born and raised in Moreno Valley, Raje' is giving his fans what they have been waiting for. Moving from the suburbs to the streets after going through problems at home at the age of 16 is where he learned how "real" the world around him was.
"See I was a dreamer, so if I was going to sell weed, I was going to sell it all! If I was getting money from my ladies, I was tryna pimp em for real! But everybody's not built for that, and I couldn't do it. I just believe that some of us are made to accomplish way more," Raje' told Dubcnn.
With over 5 record offers from labels, including So So Def and Universal, Raje' decided that independent was the only way to go with the current climate of the industry. After moving to Los Angeles to join forces with Jazzy D, Raje' found his home with Koch Records.
"You're Welcome" will have guest appearances by Glasses Malone, Chino XL, Dirty Birdy, Goldie Loc and many more. Raje' also has a mixtape coming out before the album with DJ Ill Will, Killa P, & Mixtape Assassin.
We've got the street single from "You're Welcome" available for you to hear today. Check it out.
Raje' - So Fly
Make sure to hit up Raje' on Myspace for more information. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news.
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1225129077 - January 1, 1970 By : Just last month we reported that Dubcnn regular Raje' has inked a deal to release his debut album "You're Welcome" in January 2009 via A.S.A.P./Koch Records - the first single we released in September was So Fly.
In September Raje' told us; "See I was a dreamer, so if I was going to sell weed, I was going to sell it all! If I was getting money from my ladies, I was tryna pimp em for real! But everybody's not built for that, and I couldn't do it. I just believe that some of us are made to accomplish way more,"
Having looked over 5 record offers from labels, including So So Def and Universal, Raje' decided that independent was the only way to go with the current climate of the industry. After moving to Los Angeles to join forces with Jazzy D, Raje' found his home with Koch Records.
"You're Welcome" will have guest appearances by Glasses Malone, Chino XL, Dirty Birdy, Goldie Loc and many more. We also reported that Raje' was working on a mixtape for release before the album with DJ Ill Will, Killa P, & Mixtape Assassin.
"Power and Change" is the name of the mixtape, due for release on ThanksGiving, that features Lloyd, T-Pain and more as well as production from Hi-Tek.
Raje' - Dead Or Alive (Produced By Hi-Tek)
Make sure to hit up Raje' on Myspace for more information. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news.
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Last week we unveiled the signing of Inland Empire representer Raje' to M-Pound/Infamous/G-Unit Records - the imprint label run by Louis "Showoff" Senegal and 40 Glocc. 
