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1086732269 - January 1, 1970 By : A few days ago we brought you a preview song from Big Hutch aka Cold187um's sophomore release "Live From The Ghetto". If you missed it, here it is again:

Big Hutch - Ride Like A Gangsta.

Thanks to Phyllis Pollack, we now have an official press release on the album, it's out today, make sure you go out and cop it! Here is the article:

"Big Hutch (aka “Cold 187um”) of the legendary West Coast supergroup, Above The Law, returns with his long awaited second solo release, Live From The Ghetto. Above The Law was one of the seminal, G-funk laced groups on the Ruthless Records label, run by the late, legendary Eric “Eazy-E” Wright. Hiphop heads last heard from Hutch back in 1999 when he released his first solo debut album, Executive Decisions, on his independent label, West World Records. With this album, Hutch brings melody back, with his time-honored brand of West Coast hiphop.

Hutch’s signature G-Funk sound can be found on classic hiphop tracks like 2Pac’s “Until The End Of Time,” The Dogg Pound’s “The Dog Pound 2002,” Snoop Dogg’s “Dead Man Walking” among many others. Suge Knight had even tried to enlist the production services of Hutch, but the two could not see eye to eye on a myriad of things, so 187 chose to leave the situation.

Live From The Ghetto is not merely an album title, but it is the state of mind, as well as environment, which Hutch has always shared in, and it permeates through this highly-anticipated album.

Destined to be noted as an essential work, Cold 187um decided to remake the classic Curtis Mayfield song, “Give Me Your Love,” but rather than just sampling it, he released it as a duet, featuring both the late singer’s trademark falsetto, a voice that was such an influence on his own delivery, and added his own vocals to it. The stunning combination of these two voices marks a special, flawless vision in hiphop, production that has 187’s own stamp on it. Hutch explains, “I wanted to pay homage to Curtis Mayfield by adding my style to it and telling a story similar to which his original was based. “Give Me Your Love,” from the Superfly soundtrack, is about a brother who is on the daily grind, doing what he’s got to do, but knowing that whatever happens, his woman his got his back, regardless of the outcome.” He adds, “Curtis Mayfield was always one of my favorites, and he did it all. He wrote, produced and sang. When I was coming up, my uncle, Willie Hutch and my Dad Richard Hutch, wrote for Motown. They wrote things like The Mack, Foxy Brown, the Jackson’s, the Miracles. I experienced the Mack, Motown, all of that, because of the work my dad and my uncle did for Motown. I was brought up on that sort of player, smoothed-out music. So this is paying homage. When you listen to it, it sounds like I was in the studio with Curtis Mayfield. It sounds real natural.”

Among the album’s guests are Above The Law, Kokane and upstarts Young Madd, Geno and Viet Nam.

Hutch is known as one of the original creators of G-Funk. Bringing Above The Law projects like the EP, For The Funk Of It, and the influential Black Mafia Life. Hutch remains understated, modest and extremely humble, despite his major role in the creation of G-Funk. “When we were making music in the early days at Ruthless, and I was producing, I wanted to do things for the vibe of it, to influence people. The music was new, hiphop, if you were around back then, you know one thing---just everything was kind of new. It was more so an experimental type of thing. When I was doing G-Funk, which was that all we were doing is adding a funky, new, melodic vibe to hiphop, because at the time, it was more metal sounding, you know, like NWA had this more metal sounding, hard-edged, cut throat feel to it. But Above The Law was more funky, funky but real smoothed-out. So when I started adding that into the scenario of hiphop, that’s when we coined the phrase for what we called our sound. At the time, Warren G slept on my floor, in my apartment. This had to be ’89 or ’90. We’d be like, ‘This is some G-Funk, gangsta funk.’ We were working on Black Mafia Life.”

2Pac lives on as a witness on that album. Hutch notes, “I remember 2Pac asked me, ‘Your music is funky, it’s not like all the regular gangsta shit. What do you call your shit?’ So that’s why when you listen to our song, “Call It What U Want,” which came out before “Indo Smoke,” came out before “The Chronic,” or any of that, on the song, 2Pac, says, “I’m bumpin,’ G-Funk, but you can call it what you want.’ So that was the first time you heard that term on a record.”

Then Warren came out and said, “Our music is G-funk.” He was influenced by cats who were OG’s he saw doing it, and rolling with it. Warren is a part of G-Funk, and part of its emerging, but he didn’t invent it. He’s from our camp, from our hood, so is Snoop Dogg, they’re all descendants of our camp. I was the first to take Snoop and Warren under my wing.” He adds, “They were originally going to come out through Ruthless/Lawhouse, until Dre split and broke camp, and people left with Dre to go to Death Row. I
don’t really trip off who did what really, because G-Funk was just one influence in the music,” he says. “I use blues, rock and a lot of other different things, as well in music.”

The album’s “Born Hustla” is about someone whose mindset is born out of necessity. Hutch expounds, “It’s about brothers who have no way out, and hustlin’ is all they can do, they’re trapped, it’s all they know. They don’t have a bachelor’s degree in sociology, they’re not great a football player, as not everybody can’t do that, and so they get caught up.”

Hutch is in his element, as he describes the song “Ghetto Platinum.” “Ghetto Platinum” is like saying you’re so dope and so underground, that everybody knows what’s up on that scene. You are ghetto gold, ghetto platinum. There are only a few people who are respected that level, on a ghetto level, that can give you certified ghetto shit. A lot of motherf#@%#@s talk ghetto shit, but they give you pop music instead. We bring certified ghetto platinum. No matter how many records we sell, we are still certified ghetto platinum.”

187’s vocal delivery was one of the first to come with a straight, melodic flow. “I always knew melody will outlive the words you are hearing. You may not remember the words to the song, but you always know the melody. I am a musician first, and then, I’m a rapper, with the vocals. I always wanted to put melody into it, because melody is timeless,” he says.

With Live From The Ghetto, says Hutch, “I want to put melody back into gangsta rap, and put that back into the fold. I wanted to sing the melodies myself, rather than hire someone else, and just be a rapper. I wanted to be a full-fledged artist, a true musician, and show that side of me. This album enabled me to give you all my soul, and that’s the way I look at it.”


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1089314205 - January 1, 1970 By : The debut LP from superproducer The Alchemist, "Alchemist Presents: 1st Infantry" has been pushed back to July 27th (according to CDuniverse), but to September 7th according to Hiphopsite.

The project will be released on Koch, and consists of high profile collabos with artists The Alchemist have worked with through his career, such as Dilated Peoples, Cypress Hill, Mobb Deep & Infamous Mobb, Devin The Dude, M.O.P., Jadakiss, Lloyd Banks, The Lox/D-Block, and more.
The Alchemist will rap on a few tracks, but will mainly be found behind the boards. Order here.

1. Hurt The Game (feat. Jadakiss)
2. Hold You Down (feat. Alchemist/Prodigy of Mobb Deep)
3. Bangers (feat. Lloyd Banks)
4. Shine (feat. Nappy Roots)
5. It's A Craze (feat. Mobb Deep)
6. What Can We Do (feat. Devin The Dude)
7. When You Hear That (feat. Mobb Deep)
8. Come Out (feat. M.O.P./Stat Quo)
9. D-Block To QB (feat. Big Noyd/Styles P/Jae Hood/Havoc)
10. Strength Of Pain (feat. Chinky)
11. Dead Bodies (feat. Game, The/Prodigy of Mobb Deep)
12. Different Worlds (feat. Twin Gambino/Alchemist)
13. Bang Outs (feat. Cypress Hill)
14. Boost The Crime Rate (feat. Jae Hood/Sheek Louch)
15. Untitled (feat. Dilated Peoples)


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1092888008 - January 1, 1970 By : “You don’t have to go to L.A. to get your MC Eiht,” Lloyd Banks contended on his debut album, Hunger For More, which entered the Billboard pop chart at Number One. Banks’ assertion on his madly successful album keenly demonstrates how deeply it is ingrained within hiphop consciousness that MC Eiht is known as being the streets’ ultimate spokesperson for the West Coast. Period.

As signified by the title of Eiht’s new album, Veterans Day, slated for release on September 28, Eiht is one of the true O.G.’s of L.A. hiphop, a true veteran of the ghetto, emerging in 1989, with the debut release from Comptons Most Wanted, It’s A Compton Thang. Coming into the game, Eiht rolled along side Tha Chill, their luminary scratcher DJ Mike T and producers Slip and DJ Unknown. Cited as a select musical inspiration for producer/director John Singleton’s classic film, Boyz In The Hood, the group’s single, “Growin’ Up In The Hood” was picked as the single for the film. Eiht’s releases with CMW, Straight Check’n Em and Music To Driveby quickly became West Coast underground classics. Eiht, who has graced the cover of the Source Magazine twice, appeared in the Hughes Brothers’ feature film Menace II Society, and also achieved critical acclaim for his indelible single, “Streiht Up Menace,” which appeared on the film’s multi-platinum selling soundtrack, which held the Number One spot on the Billboard Top 100 R&B Albums Chart for eight weeks. We Come Strapped, which quickly achieved gold status, created controversy for its no holds barred attack on racist police officers, and was eventually attacked in a speech by then Presidential candidate Bob Dole. Rolling Stone Magazine was among the media outlets that joined in the frenzy to address the fact that Eiht’s record label, Epic Records, felt compelled to issue an extra warning sticker on the disc, which stated that Eiht’s lyrics were not necessarily the opinions of the Sony label.

Eiht released Death Threatz and Last Man Standing, officially ending his time with Epic, and then he signed with Priority, releasing Underground Hero, Section 8 and N My Neighborhood. Always in demand, he has accepted numerous offers to record duets on albums released by other artists, a few of which include Spice 1, Scarface and Pete Rock, but now he’s back on the solo tip with a new album, Veterans Day.

Eiht comes back for the kill with his new album, Veterans Day, released by West, Inc. Records though Native Records with distribution by Ryko’s Penalty Associated Labels. Again, as noted by the album’s title, Eiht is reveling in the light of a long career that has garnered him sheer respect from the streets, as well as countless props from other artists. On Tupac Shakur’s birthday this year, L.A.’s KWPR 106 FM re-broadcast the interview during which Pac stated that when he was in prison at Dannemora, he fervently listened to MC Eiht’s music. When Ludicris broadcast his video countdown on MTV, he opened it up with Eiht’s “Streiht Up Menace.” To Eiht, these were not just props---they were omens. “All of this just told me I needed to be working on putting an album out, to keep going. I had done some projects that were just to keep my name out there, but I realized this year that I really wanted to do a significant album, which will actually be my very first since being in the Priority situation.” Despite his heavy reputation in the hiphop world, Eiht acknowledges, “To some people, this will be my first solo album, because they weren’t around for my prior releases, and to them, this will be my first album.”

The production on Veterans Day was done by Tha Chill, who has also recently recorded tracks for Snoop Dogg’s 213. There is one exception, and that is the track, “Some Of These Thugs,” produced by Prodeje of South Central Cartel.

>From its provocative intro, “Vetz Day,” Eiht takes the listener into the streets with him. He potently explains of the album’s opening, “It’s the national anthem, but this version is our national anthem, for those that can relate to it. It’s national throughout ghettos everywhere. You’ll listen to it, and you’ll say, ‘That’s real what he’s saying there,” referring to the police violence, the people, my generation, and he’s trying to make a point.”

Among the album’s tracks is “Gangsta Smash,” which Eiht describes as “a gangsta groove song. It’s just telling gangstas to mash to this groove."

“It’s Alright” deals with the problems and struggles going on with males and females as they hustle up and do what they need to do to keep food on the table.

Being a true vet, “We Made It 2004” derives from a song CMW did on their first album. Eiht says, “We had a clean version, a radio version on that album, so we recreated it here. We made it a street version for 2004.”

Words from the wise, “Nobody Beat Us,” says Eiht, is a Biz Markie remake. “Like nobody beats the business,” pontificates Eiht, but I’m saying that nobody beat us. I’m using old school sounds on this record, using a little Biz Markie and UTFO. I think people will like this cut that features people from my era who started out with early hiphop.” It has a bit of an East Coast feel to it. It’s all West music again, however, when Eiht returns with “Streets Don’t Love You,” which Eiht describes as “more steered towards classic Eiht, CMW music. It’s that old Barry White that we’re known for. CM-Dub is known for heavy Isaac Hayes, the Meters, stuff like that. I was thinking of veteran shit, old school shit, trying to do something significant, so people would say, ‘That’s classic Eiht right there.’ It’s explaining the circumstances that we live in today.”

“I speak for the people on the streets and the underground,” notes Eiht. “I try to keep my music on that level. I don’t deal with how much money there is, or how much it’s going to cost to get a chick that is a celebrity. I can’t talk about people in Compton riding around in Bentleys and going to the clubs, messing with models. We don’t even have any clubs in Compton. My music is about being in the neighborhood, being around real people, who are stuck in the struggle of doing whatever they be doing, every day jobs, dope dealing, trying to take care of their families.”

He adds, “A lot of guys never get a chance to do what I’ve been doing, but I still stay true to where I started, still being able to connect with folks. That’s why I feel I can touch a lot of people.”

You don’t have to go to L.A. to get your MC Eiht, because instead, you can go to the nearest place where there’s a record store, and get a copy of Veterans’ Day. Geah.

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1094026490 - January 1, 1970 By : COME AND GET YA PARTY ON WITH CAZ, ALONG WITH SHADE SHEIST, N.U.N.E., & CHUCK NUTT CELEBRATING HIS NEW ALBUM "HOOD HITZ" AND THE RELEASE OF HIS NEW VIDEO "I AM" FEAT. E40, FAT JOE, CLISPE, BIG TIGGA, LOON AND MORE! FREE GIVEAWAYS AT THE SHOW SO DONT MISS CAZ ALONG WITH HIS FOLX TEARIN UP THE 805!

Check out the flyer to the show here.

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1098470425 - January 1, 1970 By : The first episode of the new hit series "Glass" a real life based story of how the game can play tricks on even the hardest of the hard.Watch as the everyday hustles and life that used to come so easy to caz start to drive him to the border of him asking how important is this life of Glass!!!!!!!!
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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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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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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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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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1109731243 - January 1, 1970 By : South Central rapper Caz has been putting material on a consistent basis since his 2000 debut Thundadome. He just recently released Hood Hitz, which is a CD and a DVD. Anyone who's heard Caz knows he's not afraid to diss someone. Xzibit has got it and now the West's newest face, Game is catchin' Caz' wreck, with a track simply titled, Crippin', which uses "Westside Story" as it's back drop.

If you're at all interested, here's the video for his single "I Am" featuring E-40.

Caz's Glasshouse Records also has some Latin Hip Hop artists. Here's the first single from the Latin Kings Of The West Coast called "Don't Stop." The first single from LKW is just a taste of whats to come from their album, Born And Raised, which boats cameos from Layzie Bone, James Debarge, Baby Bash, Slow Pain, LA Nash, Kurupt, Chico Debarge, Krayzie Bone, Mack 10, Fat Joe and more.

The album is dropping along with their DVD SEries Glass, which stars Caz, Seven, Shade Sheist, Layzie Bone and, a new guest star. Every month this series will drop a new album and DVD from Glasshouse/Hellafyde Records. A new Episode will drop every two months and look for a sick new roster from GlassHouse/Hellafyde in the upcoming year.

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1110406471 - January 1, 1970 By : I can't get that song outta my head... "Baby It's Biiiiishop..... Bishop Lamont... Biiiishop... Good lord I'm hot!". If you don't know what I'm talking about, do yourself a favor and click here to check out "It's Bishop".

Thanks to my homie Crash for providing us with 3 brand new cuts by Bishop Lamont & Tyrese aka Black Ty. The two will be releasin an album called "Best Of Both Hoods". To check out the songs, click below:

Bishop Lamont & Tyrese aka Black Ty - Change The World

Bishop Lamont & Tyrese aka Black Ty - New West Order

Bishop Lamont & Tyrese aka Black Ty - Put Your Glasses Up

Enjoy, and as always, hit up indastreets.net.

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1110932990 - January 1, 1970 By : Planet Asia is back! Under the alias King Medallions, the Fresno rhyme monster is putting out "Jewelry Box Sessions Pt. 1". Asia has been all over the mixtape scene, and besides this record, he's working on "The Medicine", which is set to be entirely produced by Evidence of Dilated Peoples and Alchemist.
Let's get back to "Jewelry Box Sessions". Throughout 17 tracks, PA demonstrates why he's one of the Wests hottest prospects, still underrated by the majors. Guest appearances include Talib Kweli, Phil Da Agony, Flii Stylz, Rasco, Jae Hood and more. I have 3 preview tracks here for ya'll to check out, click on the highlighted links in the tracklisting below to listen (Incase you missed our world premiere of Asia's video to "Knowledge Power", check it now by clicking here:

1. "Bank Statements (feat. Bloe)"
2. "Sucker MC's"
3. "Get This Money (feat. Shake Da Mayor)"
4. "Freestyle" (feat. Jae Hood/Talib Kweli)
5. "Eat Ya Lunch (feat. Killa Ben)"
6. "21 Gun Salute (feat. Cellski)"
7. "Da Hustle (feat. Flii Stylz)"
8. "Mr. Telephone Man"
9. "En Vogue"
10. "Wonderwoman (feat. Killa Ben)"
11. "Get It Crackin'"
12. "Gun Church Pt. 3" (feat. Phil Da Agony)
13. "Drop Jewels (feat. Killa Ben)"
14. "Make It Street"
15. "Gangsta Shit" (feat. Rasco)
16. "Jewelry Box Session"
17. "Knowledge Power" (Video)

If you like what you hear, order this CD now by clicking here.

Don't sleep!

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1117323134 - January 1, 1970 By : Once again back... It's the INCREDIBLE! As usual, DubCNN is hittin' ya'll with Exclusive news, Audio, the works! What else can you expect from your Number 1 Hip Hop News Source?

Ya'll know L.A.'s Mixtape King DJ Warrior doesn't stop blessing the world with his work!! Today he sent DubCNN Snippets of the Cali Untouchable Radio Pt. 5 Mixtape which features Kurupt, Roscoe and Y.A. and was Mixed by DJ Warrior & DJ Strong of the Cali Untouchable DJs! This tape also features Riflemen member Jayo Felony, Bay Boss Yukmouth, as well as Gail Gotti.

If you haven't copped this yet, hopefully these Snippets will influence you. Below, in the tracklisting, you'll find the Snippets in MP3 format. If you enjoy em, don't forget to cop the tape! The link is at the bottom of the update!

Tracklisting:

1. HipHopWest.com Intro
2. Roscoe Escapes Death
3. Kurupt Speaks
4. Roscoe/Y.A - End Of The Road (Y.A Mix)
5. Tri/Y.A - Y Ta The O Ta The U.N.G.
6. Roscoe/Tri/Y.A - Two Up Two Down "Y.A"
7. Kurupt on Y.G
8. Kurupt/Roscoe/Tri/Y.A - I Dont Like Nobody
9. Kurupt/Tri/Y.A - GangBang
10. Tri/Y.A - Where Dem Gangstas Bang
11. Roscoe/Tri/Y.A - Anterazh Kustapo
12. Roscoe/Tri/Y.A - Breath
13. Roscoe Speaks On Y.A
14. Kurupt/Tri/Y.G - 10 Years
15. Kurupt/Roscoe/Bullet - Get Used To Me
16. Kurupt/Roscoe - Hood In Yo Life
17. Kurupt Live From Philly
18. Kurupt - I Did't Change
19. Kurupt/Roscoe/Tri/Y.A - Y.A
20. Kurupt/Yukmouth/Jayo Felony - Keep It Gangsta
21. Kurupt/Roscoe/Tri/Y.A - Paragraphs Of Pleasure
22. Kurupt/Roscoe/Gail Gotti - Don't Ask Me For Shit
23. Y.A - Hit'em Till It Hurts (Off Upcoming Y.A LP!!)
24. Kurupt YounGotti.com Outro
25. DJStrong.com DJWarrior.biz Outro
26. Bonus Y.A Track - We Ride Daytons

Cop it at HipHopWest.com

Enjoy!

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1118508657 - January 1, 1970 By : We start this weeks Weekend Audio with a track from the Cutthoat Committee called "F The World We Love Furl" which is a dedication to Mac Dre.

As we continue I got 2 tracks from from DZ's album "Game Invested & Involved". The first track is "Hoez Gone Wild" featuring Spice 1 and the second track is "Tha Business" featuring Bad Azz.

Next up is a new track called "Westcoast Allstars" by Sean Deez Featuring Strong Arm Steady. Lookout for his album called "Ambitions".

Shaheed aka Mista Real is another artist you guys should checkout. His album is titled "Kamillion" and offers heated production by E-A-Ski & K-Lou. Here's a song by Mista Real titled "West Coast Comeback" featuring Snoop Dogg & Major Zaine.

We are far from done so when you have listened to the songs above make sure you turn the speakers up and bump this hot song by Biaje called "More Common Than Colds" featuring The Game & Sean T!
Go cop Biaje's album "Slapology" it features Too Short, The Game, WC, E-40 and many more.

TQ is ready to drop another album this year we bring you his single called "Tear This Bitch Up" featuring Mike Jones.

Last but not least here's a song by Hoodmob (Kokane, Cricet and Contraband) called "Push".

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1118578841 - January 1, 1970 By : We had the opportunity to speak with one of the best battle mc's in the world!
He won against Eminem in 1997, He co-wrote "Jesus Walks" with his childhood friend Kanye West and I gotto say he was one of the nicest and most humble person I've ever spoken to.

Im talking about Rhymefest!
He told us about his upcoming album, the battle against Eminem, working with Kanye West, Old Dirty Bastard, the beef with Juice, tips for upcoming rappers, the Brooklyn Festival, his biggest inspiration source plus many more questions were answered in this indepth interview!

<====Click---Here====> to check out this Exclusive Interview!

For 2 hot Rhymefest tracks visit Rhymefest's official website by Clicking Here

DUBCNN - WHERE WE DO IT BIG, OR WE DONT DO IT AT ALL!

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1119384148 - January 1, 1970 By : June 20, 2005 (Los Angeles, CA) Multi-platinum rap producer DJ Muggs has joined forces with critically acclaimed hip-hop duo Self-Scientific and formed a new label, Angeles Records. Angeles is the latest addition to Fontana Distribution, the independent distribution division of Universal Music Group (UMG), the world’s leading music company. Initial releases will include DJ Muggs vs. GZA, a unique collaboration between Muggs and Wu Tang Clan’s GZA. The second release, Change, is the much-anticipated follow-up LP by one of LA’s most talented, but underexposed groups, Self-Scientific. Both albums are due out in October.

“The industry has changed profoundly over the past decade,” explains Chace, the MC of Self-Scientific, about why they decided to ink a label deal of their own. “The majors aren’t interested in --or prepared to-- deal with developing acts anymore.”

“That’s where we come in,” explains Muggs, and adds that while most indie hip-hop labels today are putting out very left of center music, Angeles is about “true, pure, quality hip-hop.”

“Muggs and Self-Scientific are true entrepreneurs in every sense of the word,” notes Steve Pritchitt, General Manager of Fontana, “we are thrilled that they have chosen to be part of the Fontana family.”

Most known for his seminal work as the DJ and producer behind the legendary rap group Cypress Hill, Muggs has worked alongside rap heavyweights from Dr. Dre, Wyclef, Mobb Deep, GZA, and RZA, to name a few. Indeed with such an extensive credo, Muggs is a heavyweight himself. Also part of the group the Soul Assassins, Muggs today has his own radio show on Sirius Satellite on Shade 45 called “Mash-Up Radio” and tours with multi-platinum groups like Blink 182. Most recently, Muggs scored one scene in the new Ice Cube movie "XXX.”

Self-Scientific, composed of Chace Infinite and producer DJ Khalil, burst on the scene with their much lauded LP, The Self Science. Since then, Khalil, long heralded as one of L.A.'s best up and coming producers, has kept busy working with Dr. Dre and Aftermath Records on a production deal. MC Chace can be heard on Sway and Tech’s latest album Back to Basics and Talib Kweli’s Beautiful Mixtape Vol. 1. The duo released a compilation earlier this year called Gods and Gangstas.

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1120375715 - January 1, 1970 By : Oh GOD, Im back with some more heat straight out of Gardena, CA. We dropped some serious information on a new Westcoast Cat Flixx last month and got some incredible feedback and support, (see New Artist "Flixx" from the city of Gardena!). As always dubcnn drops the exclusives so im back with another heatrock from Flixx, "Tha Hood," the track features Spliff and J Capone and is laced by producer Best Paul.

Flixx is still set to drop his debut album, "Politics and Pimipin" in September. For more news and audio checkout our previous updates on Flixx and please pass this audio round and share your thoughts over at the world famous WCC Forums. Where we give it to you Raw & Exclusive

Flixx - Tha Hood (Feat. Spliff & J Capone)

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1120424635 - January 1, 1970 By : Beats By The Bay is a Documentary film by Filmmaker Bobby Mardis, about the Bay Area Rap scene. The Bay is a very important, but often forgotten, factor in Hip Hop today. As you already know, and you'll see in this film, many of today's Rap trends started in, but are rarely credited to, The Bay. From Independent to Major, The Bay has it all. In Beats By The Bay, you can see live performances and/or Interviews from E-40, Mac Dre(R.I.P.), Paris, San Quinn, Suga T, Tajai of Hieroglyphics/Souls Of Mischief, Skip of UTP, Conscious Daughters, MC Hammer, Too Short, Outlawz, Mac Mall, B-Legit, Mr. Kee, Dutch, Lil Ric, Laroo, Luni Coleone, Marvaless, Mistah F.A.B., The Mosse, Nuttso, Whoridas and many more.

The story is told by up and coming Bay rapper Kontac, whom we had a chance to speak with briefly about the project. Here's what he had to say:

"Beats By The Bay is a series of Dvds: Volume 1, 'Something To Say' is the first in the series, which drops July 5th in The Bay, July 9th Nationwide. 'Something To Say' deals with what Bay Area artists go through when doing their music. How they do it, this volume is more of the Social film."

He continues:

"Volume 2, 'The Independent Game' is a step above 'Somthing To Say,' to where you see the artist show you how some of them work on their CDs Art Work, Production, Mastering, Distrobution, get point of views from retial outlets and Mom and Pop chains. Get info straight from the artist's mouth."

"The other 2 volumes are the Indusrty Music guide. 1 and 2 talks to ASCAP and BMI people, who talk about publishing and lawyers. You will see Russell Simmons and his wife (Kimora Lee Simmons) talk about the music game. If you watch these last 2 films, it's like going to The Gavin or The How Can I Be Down summitts in one CD. A new artist can watch these and do basically everything needed for putting out an album."

I asked Kontac about how he and the DVD's will help The Bay, to which he responded:

"I will help The Bay get world wide reconition where the world can see where the terms 'Pop ya Collar,' 'Oh Boy,' and 'Player Haters' came from. The world can see where the Independent Game came from."

As for what Kontac is up to musically:

"Next up, I got my artist Erase E who was on the first Westcoast Bad Boy's album. His album 'Smoove But Aggresive' drops the end of July and features Twista, Frontline, Silkee, Kontac and a host of others. The Kontac album drops the end of August and features San Quinn, Ya Boy, Erase E, Sean T, Balance, 2 Live Crew, Dap, Mac n AK, and others. The Beats By The Bay Soundtrack is fire, features San Quinn, Hoodstars, JT The Bigga Figga, Cellski, A-Wax, Frontline, Balance, Mistah F.A.B., Erase E, Sean T, Mac n AK, Mr. Kee, and others. First single 'Bay Ridin' features San Quinn, Kontac and J.Slimm is getting radio play now. The video is being shot middle of August and features Super Model Rita-G."

Finally, I asked Kon where he sees The Bay in 5 years:

"5 years from now The Bay will be where it was from 1992-1995. We can not fumble the ball when we get it! Hit up BeatsByTheBay.com for more info. Thank you DubCNN for ya support."

Peep the Trailer For Beats By The Bay:

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1120788472 - January 1, 1970 By : Drawing on the lives of those in their Harlem and Bronx communities for artistic inspiration, Smoke and Numbers are set to explode onto the Hip-Hop scene with their upcoming mixtape, hosted by Big Mike, "The Color of Money" and the release of their first LP, which they're currently working on.

Smoke and Numbers, made up by 21-year-olds Smoke DZA and Numbers, have already made a name for themselves in the New York Hip-Hop world with their sterling mixtape "Don't Judge a Mixtape by its Cover" and collaborations with acclaimed artists Kanye West, Keith Murray, Scram Jones, Pete Rock, Elite, and D-Block's Supa Mario. In addition, Smoke and Numbers have appeared on countless Mixtapes from DJ Kay Slay and Big Mike to Sickamore and Power 105's Spinbad and Ron G.

Smoke DZA and Numbers began rapping together as teenagers in 1999.
Working tirelessly over the last six years to refine their rapping and songwriting skills, Smoke and Numbers have emerged as two of the most exciting young MC's in the Hip-Hop world. Praised for their real and introspective writing, Smoke and Numbers growth of artists is reflected in their attitudes towards the craft.

"When we started out, we thought rapping was all about us and telling our stories. As we've matured, we realize the key to being a top artist is being a great listener and sharing the hood's stories," said Smoke DZA. Seasoned battlers, Smoke and Numbers are amongst the city's finest live performers having wowed crowds at venue's including Cherry Lounge, Joe's Pub, and Babalu's.

Smoke and Numbers are also set to star in the upcoming Hip-Hop
documentary "The Dossier." They can be seen across the country when they begin touring this summer with Juvenile, Trillville, Mike Jones, and Nappy Roots.

Here's 3 MP3's of the group for ya'll to enjoy.

First up is a track entitled "NY Minute," where Smoke and Numbers boast about where they're from over an hot Saxaphone sample.

Smoke And Numbers - NY Minute

Next up, we got a heated track produced by Supa Mario called "Supernegro."

Smoke And Numbers - Supernegro Produced By Supa Mario

Chi-Town's Kanye West drops the hook on "Muthafucka" as Smoke and Numbers drop their rugged braggadocio rhymes.

Smoke And Numbers feat. Kanye West - Muthafucka

Here's the Inside and Front inserts of their up coming "The Color Of Money" Mixtape:

The Color Of Money - Front Cover
The Color Of Money - Inside Insert


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1121160247 - January 1, 1970 By : Westcoast Stand Up! Once again the time is here to take note and acknowledge a new artist keen to grace your stereos with some new music! As always dubcnn is here to give new artists a platform to gain recognition and a fan base. A new son is shining on the West in the form of a 21 year old flame spitter named after a man in The Bible who never saw death, Enock. Born in Long Beach and raised in what he describes as "Every hood possible in L.A. County!" including Compton, Gardena, Carson, Inglewood, Norwalk and SC Los Angeles, Enock has led a life you can write a book on!

The world will soon discover just the kind of amazing talent this young MC has to offer. What started off as a hobby to pass the time evolved into a full fledged career a few years ago when as a misguided teenager he found himself homeless and living on the street : "My life was going nowhere, I had to do something. Music was just a gift the Lord gave me and it saved my life."

And now, a few defunct groups and sour record deals later, Enock stands alone as one of the most promising new talents to hit the rap industry in years. Drawing comparisons to artists ranging from 2Pac to Jay-Z, Enock combines undeniable lyricism and rhyme skills with established street credibility and Hollywood ready looks. He is one who possesses a certain charismatic star quality that is rarely seen in Hip Hop anymore. After his first official mixtape release, Born Supremacy, Enock has built on his already impressive street buzz and began to turn the heads of several big time players in the industry. The upcoming release of the second installment in his Born Supremacy series, Vol. 2: "Sucks to be you!" is sure to give Enock his place amongst the upper echelon of young gunners in the world of Hip Hop.

After locking down his hometown of Los Angeles and sparking a movement that is quickly gaining momentum around the country, Enock is looking to take his place amongst Hip Hops young elite : "Lyrically, I’ll put my self up there with anybody because if you listen to my records I’m really talking about something! Every bar serves a purpose, I aint just rappin’ for the sake of rappin’! A freestyle is one thing but when it’s time to make a song I can make a great song."

Enock is already receiving attention from several labels and has just begun work on his debut album, which he promises will be unlike anything the world has ever heard! Afterall, how many MC’s list Salsa, Rock, Reggae, Soul and Classical as musical influences. It won’t be long before the name Enock will be on the lips of every fan, of every genre of music on the planet! It’s time to brace ourselves...Nock is coming!

Interested? Of course you are, as Hip-Hop fans we have to take note of notable new talents, we have dropped information on so many artists over the years, most recently Flixx and now Enock. Here we have some audio for you to check. Once you've done that head over to the world famous WCC Forums and drop some feedback!

Enock - The Flyest (Produced By Sega) (Street Single)

Enock - Truth Hurts (Freestyle Over "Addictive" Beat)

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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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1121454433 - January 1, 1970 By : The streets of Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn are known for their tough and unforgiving nature. Every so often someone conquers these hurdles to share their stories with the world. In 1994, the Notorious B.I.G.'s incredible lyrics painted vivid portraits of life in Bed Stuy's streets to change hip-hop forever. In 2004, a new star has emerged from those same streets but this time it's a female singing heartfelt songs of pain, sorrow and survival over knockin' Hip Hop beats to once again change the game. The artist's name is Deemi and soon the world will hear the soundtrack of her life.

In 1998, a chance meeting with music producer Chris Styles led to Deemi's first demo recordings and she signed with his company, Dangerous, LLC. During this early phase of her career she also started to work with Styles' producer friend from down the block Bruce Wayne. Wayne would later become partners with another producer, Dirty Swift and together they formed Midi Mafia, producing 50 Cent's smash hit "21 Questions." This led to an increase in production opportunities for Midi Mafia, but they had not forgotten about Deemi. They continued to write and record demos with her and Styles but realized they needed to do something drastic to make her music stand out. Styles and Wayne realized that Deemi's life story was so interesting and compelling it made sense to write about her experiences to give her songs the edge they were seeking.

The new songs embraced the hardships Deemi endured, talking about them in a graphic but provocative manner. She also began to do her own freestyles, singing her raw lyrics over hot Hip Hop instrumentals of the moment. Styles distributed the freestyles to mixtape DJ's, creating a buzz about "the hood's princess" in the streets. Thus began the construction of songs for Deemi's debut album, aptly titled "Soundtrack Of My Life."

Here's 2 Songs from Deemi. First is a song called "Hoodz Princess" featuring D-Block emcee Styles P.

Hoodz Princess feat. Styles P

Here we have "Why Niggas Always Wanna Fuck"

Why Niggas Always Wanna Fuck

Enjoy!

For more info peep: Deemi.Com

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1121903222 - January 1, 1970 By : Bum Squad DJ and Boom Bap Project member, Seattle's own DJ Scene, is dropping a new Mixtape which is being hosted by two of Houston's biggest emcees right now, Paul Wall & Mike Jones called Don't Talk About It.

Featuring an assortment of Southern artists including Trillville, YoungBloodz, Slim Thug, Bun B, David Banner, Stat Quo, Young Buck, Young Jeezy and many more, the Mixtape is a tutorial on what's hot in the South, right now.

Outside of the Southern region, the Mixtape also features E-40, Twista, Juelz Santana, Jay-Z and the late great Eazy E, whom hops up on a track with Atlanta's Boyz N Da Hood. With current Radio singles, album cuts and Exclusives, this Mixtape is a sure thing for the summer.

Tracklisting:

01. Mike Jones & Paul Wall Intro
02. Paul Wall ft. Big Pokey - Sittin Sidewayz
03. Mike Jones ft. Slim Thug & Paul Wall - Man’s World
04. Paul Wall Speaks
05. Trillville ft. E-40 - I’m Pimpin
06. YoungBloodz - Presidential
07. PSC ft. T.I. & Lil Scrappy - I’m A King
08. Twista ft. David Banner & YoungBloodz - Diamonds In My Watch Piece
09. Paul Wall & Bun B - Movin Weight
10. Hot Wright - Trick A Little
11. David Banner - Play
12. Ying Yang Twinz ft. Mike Jones - Badd
13. Boyz N Da Hood ft. Eazy E - Gangsta
14. Paul Wall Speaks
15. Paul Wall & Juelz Santana - We Don’t Give A Fuck
16. Ludacris & Field Mobb - Georgia
17. David Banner ft. Jazze Pha ... My Gun
18. Jay-Z & Aztek - Freestyle
19. Mike Jones & Paul Wall Speak
20. Mike Jones - Back Then
21. Chamillionare ft. Lil Flip - Turn It Up
22. Webbie - G-Shit
23. Stat Quo ft. Young Buck - South Coast
24. Paul Wall & Gritboys - Drank In Ya System
25. Mike Jones & Paul Wall - Outro
26. Mike Jones, Paul Wall, Brooke Valentine - Long As You Come Home
(Remix)
27. Young Jeezy - Guess Who’s Back

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

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1122174473 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ COUZ short for "Cousin" started his career as a DJ at a Hip-Hop club in Roppongi, Tokyo. After that, he performed at many West Coast events and Low Rider Shows mainly in Tokyo. Consequently, he had enormous support from West Coast listeners and people from all over the world. Plus, DJ EZ(Don of the 2Step) and also Naughty by Nature support him as one of their favorite DJs.

In addition to those supports, he went on tour with Funkmaster Flex during his Japan tour and The Beatnuts in during their Japan tour in 2001. Moreover, he was accepted by Big Boy of Power 106 FM in L.A. as a member of the Big Boy Family and he went on tour many times with Big, DJ E-Man, Xzibit, Kurupt & Roscoe, Ras Kass, Shade Sheist, Damizza and many celebrated Rapper's and DJ's all over the major cities in Japan from 2002.

Besides that, he has been releasing mixed CDs (Requirement items of Japanese West Coast listeners. For instance, Westside Ridin' series, Jack Move series, etc... ) every month, including shout outs and exclusive free-styles from Big Boy, Ice Cube, Snoop Dogg, DJ Quik, Xzibit, Ludacris, Wyclef Jean, W.C., Mack 10, Nate Dogg, Kurupt, Damizza, Knoc-Turn'Al, Roscoe, Kelis, Lil' Mo and many Hip-Hop celebrities.

Now, he moved to L.A. and visiting Hip-Hop celebrities and their recording studio to get real sense, techniques of Hip-Hop and doing his own projects.

Here's an idea of what you can hear on his Mixtapes:

Deep Cover Intro With Snoop Dogg, Deep Cover with Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg, Switchez with Eazy E featuring Roc Slanga, Got It Locked with King Tee.

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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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1122967001 - January 1, 1970 By : From the Bay Area to Manhattan, a sonic jihad is ready to strike with the long-awaited release of the provocative debut album from Charlie Manhattan. The released titled "The Manhattan Project," named after the top-secret engineering project that developed the atom bomb is set to drop in late summer, 2005. The album will feature eighteen blazing tracks including, "War Anthem," a street hymn for those who are going through their own battles. Charlie Manhattan says : "It seems that everyone has their own war they are fighting, and there are also some political statements in the song. People in the hood who are in poverty are fighting, and if you want something, you have to keep your eyes on the prize."

A song about how people get curve balls thrown in their lives, "Ghetto Love" is about falling in love with someone who you think will be with you the rest of your life, but fate intervenes, and life takes a twist, "Do What Cha Like" is a smooth as velvet homage to doing what makes you feel good and "Me And You" samples The Turtles’ classic rock hit, "Happy Together," and is about two people who love each other, go though good times and bad times, and then come of age.

Prior to this release many of you may have heard Charlie dropping joints on Bay Area compilation albums such as "Killa Tay Presents The Murder Show Soundtrack," "11-5 Presents: Grind And Post," and "Theme Music To Drug Dealins And Killins," (which featured the likes of Young Noble of The Outlawz, Guce and Cold World Hustlers).

Born as Charles Williams, this earsplitting rhyme slinger from the Yay got his street name Charlie Manhattan from the horror flick Jason Takes Manhattan. While New York provided the backdrop to Jason’s deadly craft, the Bay View Hunters Point section of San Francisco affected Charlie’s art. Manhattan’s life has also been shadowed by an extremely tough break: throughout his entire life, his own father has been serving time in prison. Charlie’s harsh surroundings, however, convinced him to drop bombs that are creative, rather than destructive. Charlie says : "I have seen gang violence, drugs, pretty much everything. It has influenced me in my music. But since I’m a really down to earth person, I’m not segregating myself off to one section of the city or part of Cali, or one part of anything. My experiences have impacted me, through the things that I’ve seen, been around, and things that my family members have been through."

Producers on this release Laid Black Productions, comprising of Mr. Laid and Chill Black, with additional contributions made by Slo Burn of BAISS Entertainment, and one of the Bay Area’s newest female producers, L7. Featured guests include U.D.I., Pho Balo, vocalist Calita Talley, R&B singer Omari Jelani, and Charlie’s younger brother, Lil Brah.

Charlie has already played a number of live shows and here he remincices on the the late Mac Dre : "I’ve done a lot of competitions with my camp. I remember a performance, a show we did with Mac Dre that was huge, about a year and a half ago. It was real shocking when he died. He was part of the Bay Area music scene, contributing for so long. The reaction to his death really showed how important the Bay Area is to people in hiphop. It was far and wide, which meant a lot to us."

The album is slated for release late this summer by Laid Black Productions and RNB Entertainment Group, headed by EMI Music veteran Tom Cartwright and longtime Bay Area entertainment entrepreneur, Warren Foster.

This fall, fallout from The Manhattan Project will be universally heard, and will be felt by hiphop fans from Charlie’s hood to yours.

Lookout for more news and audio on this release at a later date!

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1125875137 - January 1, 1970 By : On Sept. 26th 2005, Gallic Wars presents Squeeze, with his debut CD "Street Soldier Mixtape Volume I". Squeeze a.k.a Sneaky, has come up from the slums of Little Rock, Arkansas; Compton, California; and is now residing in Jamaica Queens in New York. Here is a track taken from the mixtape, "Hood Hop Freestyle".

Gallic Wars provides you with quality music, top notch talent and beauty from all over the world. They are an efficient operation which specialize in the promotion of aspiring models, producers, music artists, actors/actresses and all those who wish to advertise any product, business or talent. As an elite enterprise, GW has the capability to submit your material to modeling agencies, music labels, radio stations, magazines, management companies, marketing companies, street teams, filming companies and the list goes on. At GW you can hear exclusive music from Jay-Z, the whole G-Unit, Dipset & D-Block Camp, Squeeze, Kanye West, Beanie Sigel, Struc Val, Eminem, Lil Scrappy, Young Jeezy, Foxy Brown and so much more! Quoted from the Chief Executive Officer of Gallic Wars, "We are always searching for up and coming talent in all fields and appreciate music of all genre's. I guarantee you Gallic Wars will be a force in the entertainment industry. Competition is none & our entrance in the music world is inevitable". Hit them up, www.gallicwars.com.

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1127509900 - January 1, 1970 By : Back with that slap West Coast Livin Promotions, Godzilla Ent and Po No Mo Entertainment Present Dow Jones Play Your Position Vol. 4 "Supa Size Ur Hustle" Hosted and showcasin South Central's Kenny Kingpen (formerly Poppa LQ). This is sure to be another classic Dow Jones mixtape featuring brand new exclusive bangers from Kenny Kingpen ft. Yukmouth, C Bo, Ras Kass, Kam, Mitchy Slick, Mad Lion, Big Hutch aka Cold187um, Bosko, Menace, E Blak, Fifth, with new production from the I.E's very own Demolition Men producer Tone Touch & Hi Tek...

Plus this tape is filled with exclusive new music from Ras Kass ft. Talib Kweli, Al Gator produced by Timbaland, Tha Liks, Dilated Peoples, Crooked I, 40 Glocc, Balance, Sick Symphonies, Lil Eazy, Mistah Fab, Redman plus more including new production from Dow Jones, EA Ski, E Swift, Cool & Dre, Alchemist, Scott Storch and Dow Jones production partner and new west coast heat maker J Hen and their artists The Parker Bros. Fall in line and Play Your Position and Supa Size Ur Hustle wit Dow Jones & The Regime's Kenny Kingpen.

Tracklisting:

01. Play Your Position Vol. 4-Intro (prod. by Dow Jones)
02. Yukmouth, Kenny Kingpin, C Bo & Mitchy Slick-Bring It Along (prod by Hi Tek)
03. Ras Kass ft. Talib Kweli-Go Crazy
04. Parker Bros-Leon Phelps (prod. by J Hen)
05. 40 Glocc-Strugglin
06. Crooked I-Cali Boyz (prod. by Scott Storch)
07. Kenny Kingpin-Turn It Up (prod. by Hi Tek)
08. Dilated Peoples-Back Again (prod. by Alchemist)
09. Bloodbath ft. Kenny Kingpin-Fucc What U Feelin (prod. by DK)
10. Paul Wall ft. Bun B-They Dont Know
11. Kenny Kingpin-Bigga Than That (prod. by Tone Touch)
12. Al Gator-In Da Streets (prod. by Timbaland)
13. Kenny Kingpin ft. Mad Lion & Ras Kass-Gun Check
14. Tha Liks-Flute Song (prod. by E-Swift)
15. Mack 10 ft. Nate Dogg-Like That
16. Kenny Kingpin ft. Yukmouth & Fifth-Outta Control
17. Mistah Fab ft. G Stack & Bavgate-N.E.W Oakland
18. Kenny Kingpin ft. Bosko-Goes Hard (prod. by Tone Touch)
19. Redman-Rush The Security
20. Kenny Kingpin ft. E Blak-Bounce Back (prod. by Tone Touch)
21. Lil Eazy-Gangsta Shit (prod. by Cool & Dre)
22. Kenny Kingpin ft. Menace-Ups N Downs
23. Balance ft. Seam-Rise Up
24. Dr Dre-Back At It
25. Sick Symphonies-Ghetto Sport
26. Kenny Kingpin-Bend Corners (prod. by Tone Touch)
27. Shade Sheist ft. Jayo Felony & Knocturnal-When I See U
28. Kenny Kingpin ft. Big Hutch aka Cold187um-Killas, Dealers & Theives (prod. by Rthyum D)
29. Kenny Kingpin ft. Kam-The Corner
30. Kenny Kingpin-There It Is There (prod. by Tone Touch)

Streets can look for this project worldwide this weekend audio snippets will be up and as always you can get Dow Jones mixtapes at 2ndChanceProductions.com

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1128155994 - January 1, 1970 By : A Central American Rapper now resides in South Central Los Angeles, an artist who has rocked shows with thousands of people such as the Central American Festival and performed at the House of Blues in L.A. A motivated individual with a desire to showcase his talent as far afield as possible, as such he hit up dubcnn to allow us to present to the world, Rob West.



Being born in El Salvador on December 19, 1978 placed him right in the middle of a Civil War. During his childhood, a victim of a war, he would walk to school and pass corpses on the street, to take a trip to the local store required a white flag to ensure harm did not follow. By 1988 the environment was such that the family relocated to South Central Los Angeles. As he grew up his brother started gangbanging, through his brother he was introduced to N.W.A., RunDMC, T-LaRoc and as a result his love for hiphop developed. "It was a rush, listening to these cats brag about all the bad shit they did, and then seeing my brother just being bad, getting shot at, had our house under surveillance, and my surroundings, causin panic, other street gangs would jump in the pool, and start shoot outs with our block, me not being from a gang would carry a heat, just to protect myself from whoever would recognize who I was, or would know where I lived... Rob West recalls.

He got into music directly having heard Slick Rick's "Bed Time Story", Rob West explains, "I learned the song, and would rap it all day, I would grab the vinyl and scratch it, breakin' the needles on our home stereo."

Having written his own rhymes he begain to rap in english and approached latinohiphopradio with his music, the co-founder of the station got back to him and asked if he had anything that was nothing but spanish, and as a result he went to the studio and recorded "RobWestPapa," a track which was to get people talking about him, "They loved it, and I started getting emails on giving me props on my hard lyrics, and how different it was that you couldn't identify it with nothing else but hardcore hiphop in spanish," he told dubcnn

Since than, he has recorded with various spanish rappers and been invited to perform at venues such as the House of Blues in L.A., the Central American Festival and the Salvadoran Day event. He is currently putting the finishing touches to his album, "Jungla De Concreto" (Concrete Jungle) which will feature production from, FACE (Kaos Rapstars, he has produced for Eastwood), Hood 4 Life (Universal), HollyHood and Cancer (Blue Fire, who is working with The Lady of Rage). He is also going to be rocking shows in Hollywood, and going on a national tour to New York, D.C., Virginia, Miami, Texas, Arizona, Bay Area, and back to L.A. Check some of the audio below and please drop feedback over at the forums. The second track, "Mencachimbo" is a record which was made after a Salvadoran group called "Pescozada" were turned down by Univision Records as they felt that their slang was too Central American and asked them to sound more "Mexican" as a result Rob got in the booth and vented through "Mencachimbo," slang for "I Get Pissed," the track is currently being heavily talked about by the Latino community in L.A.

Rob West - Yo Soy Calle (Im A Street Cat)
Rob West - Mencachimbo (I Get Pissed) (Produced By FACE)

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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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1130796069 - January 1, 1970 By : At Toronto's 2004 Flow 93.5FM Urban FlowCase Finals, J. Staxxx had hundreds of spectators hollering with their hands in the air much like hip-hop parties of the early eighties. Among them, Canadian Idol Judge Farley Flex, who showed more enthusiasm for J. Staxxx than any Canadian Idol contestant. Such a reaction is very rare in the Toronto hip-hop scene, yet common for J. Staxxx.

He hasn’t been shot nine times nor is he negotiating a multi-million dollar deal from prison. J. Staxxx is creating a buzz without gimmicks. Thousands of his independently released mixtapes circulate the streets, and so does word that he puts on an ncredible live show. Mixtape DJs and radio DJs alike have been supporting him. J. Staxxx’s recent interview on Project Bounce 89.5FM was one that has received more feedback than almost any other on the network. The public is definitely paying attention.

By his mid-teens, J. Staxxx had been influenced by the reality of Toronto’s infamous Jane Strip. He did his dirt – and learned. Rather than follow the path of many of his peers, he veered left. J. Staxxx is now a voice for the streets, writing lyrics that reflect his surroundings. He sheds light to what is happening in his neighborhood. He speaks to those outside looking in and to those inside looking out - acting as a bridge to two different worlds. His street knowledge, charisma, and talent make most of the man he is today. It also makes his music. Musicains aren’t his musical influence, life is.

Currently recording his first full-length album, J. Staxxx is ready for whatever comes his way. He’s been working hard. He knows he has to – and wants to. J. Staxxx has surrounded himself with people of the same work ethic. The as-yet untitled album features songs ranging from up-tempo radio and club hits to slow songs. It’s packed with the same charisma seen in J, Staxxx’s live performance, yet features soulful melodies worthy of his more reflective writing.

With the added support of one of Canada’s most promising independent hip-hop labels and a strong management team, J. Staxxx is sure to continue on the road to success.

J. Staxxx "Old School"

“J. Staxxx and his hype men drop a set that brings energy and dead-clever lines… it’s real” -Jason Richards, NOW Magazine



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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

Yash

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1137709882 - January 1, 1970 By : Last year DJ Nik Bean showed us Part 1 of "How The West Was Won", a mixtape hosted by Sly Boogy of the I.E. He is back now with a collection of World Premieres from artists including, Young Hootie, Damani and El Dorado Red combined with the latest and hottest tracks from the left side including tracks from Daz, Snoop, Bishop Lamont, Ice Cube, Scipio, Cypress Hill, Balance and many more. The full tracklisting of the release is available below and we have audio from some of the tracks exclusive to dubcnn.com.


01) Damani & DjNikBean.com Intro
02) Daz Ft. Snoop Dogg & Kurupt - All I Need G-Mixx (Dirty Version)
03) Tha Alkaholiks - The Flute Song (LaLaLa)
04) Bishop Lamont - I'm a Warrior
05) Tookie Final Words 1
06) Kurupt - Yes I'm Quiccer
07) Young Hootie - Freestyle (World Premier)
08) Tookie Final Words 2
09) Ice Cube ft. Snoop Dogg - You Got Alot
10) Yukmouth - Get Rich or Die Snitchin (G-Unit Diss)
11) Ice Cube - Child Support
12) Tookie Final Words 3
13) Scipio - Street Dreams(Dear Governor)
14) Damani Speaks 1
15) Damani - Gotta Stay Paid
16) Diamonique Ft. Lil Rob - Grillz (Cali Remix)
17) Cypress Hill - Beyond L.A.
18) Tookie Final Words 4
19) DPGC - Real Soon
20) Twista - Thug Sex (Unreleased) NOT ON ALBUM
21) Damani Speaks 2
22) Balance - Gotta Get It
23) Tha Realest Ft. Crooked I & Ambrosia - Pressurez Of Man (Exclusive)
24) Damani Speaks 3
25) Damani - Live @ the Staples Center (World Premier)
26) Sly Boogy - Popcorn Artist
27) Tookie Final Words 5
28) Lil Eazy Ft. Bone Thugs-N-Harmony - It Aint a Game (Unreleased) low
29) Scarface & The Game - I Never Snitch
30) El Dorado Red & Young Hootie - East to West (World Premier)
31) Damani Speaks 4
32) Damani - Flow 4 The world (World Premier)
33) Damani & DjNikBean.com Outro
34) Tookie's Final Words R.I.P

We also have audio of some of DJ Nik Bean's various blends from previous releases which include DPGC - Back In Business and Eazy E - Hip Hop Thugsta. Those are available below also. Drop feedback on the tracks over at the forum and please take time to visit DJ Nik Bean's Official Site and his My Space Pages for more audio, news and to order the mixtapes.

Daz Dillinger - Boyz In The Hood (Feat. Nate Dogg)
Eazy E - Creep N Crawl
Volume 10 - Pistol Grip (Pump Pump)

Rud

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1137715218 - January 1, 1970 By : You getting fed up? Fed up of what? New music and new talent straight out of the I.E.? Didn't think so; we're back to drop some audio from an artist and producer who has been working hard over a long period of time and as ever dubcnn unveils that talent to the world. Bigg North is no newcomer to the Hip-Hop scene, he has produced tracks for a number of established Hip-Hop and R&B acts and as well ask being able to lace tracks behind the boards he also takes time in the booth and with the pen. Bigg North has already worked with a plethora of artists and is gearing up to release his debut album, "Tha Nu Left Coast."

"The title really explains what my album is gonna sound like. I'm not gangsta, but i can get gangsta if you really wanna trip. And I'm not quite a backpacker. My sound is kind of a blend of the two. When you hear The Game or Sly Boogy, Bishop Lamont or myself, we are the new sound of the West Coast. It's gonna sound a little different. The flow, the tracks we rhyme on and everything. We are the new left coast." North explains.

He has already recorded enough material to release the album however he is working to make it the best it can be and so is still in the studio adding to the potential cuts. Artists already set to appear on "Tha Nu Left Coast" include Young Bleed, Sly Boogy, Kokane, Coniyak of Doggy's Angels, the multi-platinum selling R&B group NEXT, Lifestyle and Bishop Lamont amongst others. North has already stated "I want every song to sound like it's a single," and thus far North is doing just that. The street single which we have for exclusive download is the albums title track, "Tha Nu Left Coast" and features Sly Boogy and the group Lifestyle. It is another example of what the new westcoast has to offer and finds all the artists shining individually creating a great collective piece of music.

The album will allow Bigg North to display his versatility, both behind the boards and in the booth. There is a smoothness that the ladies will appreciate with the sincere "Natural High" which features Hip-Hop veteran Kokane, while the club slap, "Pop That Thang" will not dissapoint the crowds. You can find a spanish guitar influenced track when you hear the cut "Badd Chick" which finds Sly Boogy and NEXT on top form. Other notable tracks from the yet to be finalised release include an ode to children and parents who are taking care of their responsibilities titled "Tha Parenthood" and the rough street anthem "Mastermind.". Bigg North is setting out his stall early within the Hip-Hop community aiming to be around for the long haul.

Take some time to visit his My Space Page to learn more about Bigg North however expect dubcnn to cover lots more news on North and his work. Check out the new track below and drop over to the forum to leave feedback.

Bigg North - The Nu Left Coast (Feat. Sly Boogy & Lifestyle)

Rud

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1138437707 - January 1, 1970 By : With Tuesday, February 21 2006 already looming i'm back with the new Dilated Peoples album cover, tracklist and a link to the album sampler. The trio’s first three albums - 2000’s The Platform, 2001’s Expansion Team and 2004’s Neighborhood Watch may be a distant memory to some however over the years they have been hailed as exemplary examples of quality hip-hop. After enjoying the biggest radio and television exposure of their career with the 2004 hit "This Way," produced by and featuring Kanye West, Dilated Peoples have opted to make a point that they had a clear vision for their music, hence the title for the new album, "20/20":

"We’ve done a lot of experimentation, worked with a lot of different people and tried a lot of different things. With this record, we wanted to really get back to a real, uncut pure vision and get back to the pure, boom-bap sound that really made us all get together as people and want to make music together," Rakaa explains.

Last year dubcnn premiered the lead single "Back Again" which sees DJ Babu (also a member of the World Famous Beat Junkies) accenting the thumping cut with his precision scratching while both Evidence and Rakaa update their fans on their musical agenda and highlight their dedication to the art of rhyme. Evidence explained: "In today’s rap game, people are worried about whether or not I’m making money, but it’s not glorified that I’m writing my own rhymes or making my vision clear; I just felt it was a bold statement and needed to be said."

Other tracks on the album include "Alarm Clock Music," where the crew get across equally thought-provoking rhymes over a powerful, keyboard and scratch-propelled beat. Rakaa said: "We named the song ‘Alarm Clock Music’ because it is supposed to wake people up. We wanted the beat and those cuts to come across like that. Lyrically, the third verse in particular had to do with conflict, whether it’s on the block or nation to nation. It doesn’t matter if it’s across the street or across the world because they’re very closely related. The song itself is a wake-up call."

"You Can’t Hide, You Can’t Run," is a cut where the group raps about making the best of a bad situation: "Life is going to come at you regardless," Rakaa says. "It doesn’t mean you can’t flip lemons to lemonade and lemonade to Minute Made. You can make the best of a bad situation and I think it’s more necessary than ever. There’s no shortage of nonsense coming at you because it’s a crazy world right now."

Dilated Peoples then get aggressive on the confrontational "Kindness For Weakness" before teaming up with reggae king Capleton on the pounding, politically charged "Firepower (The Tables Have To Turn)." Elsewhere Evidence highlights his lyrical acuity on the intense "Another Sound Mission" and DJ Babu showcases his superior turntable and production skills on the scratch-heavy "The One And Only."

The beats on the album come from Alchemist, Evidence, Joey Chavez and Bravo and DJ Babu and are among the most forceful of Dilated People’s career. The group made a point to feature intense production on "20/20," something that makes the album an exciting aural experience that will translate well to the group’s highly regarded stage shows. DJ Babu explains: "We said to ourselves, ‘The energy levels have to be up, a big part of our group is performance. Another way of looking at the songs that we make for the record is things that we’re adding to our live show. That’s another side of us that fans really love us for, having music that translates well onto stage. Rakaa put it well when said, ‘A lot times when we’re in the studio we try to capture the energy that happens on stage.'"

Evidence wrapped up by explaining: "20/20, the whole album was made on a 12" mentality, we weren’t worried about the whole album, how it was going to connect and if we had two love songs and one party song. We just banged it out. We put the record together two or three days before the end of it. We didn’t sit and ride with it. We had it and knew where we were going, but it was more about the individual tunes. There was no questioning ourselves. It was just about making music."

As ever dubcnn has the audio we have already premiered over the past few months for those who missed to check and as we recently featured the new Dilated Peoples video as "Video of the Week" i have that for you all again too. Below is also the complete album tracklist. To listen to the audio and watch the video visit our Release Dates page for Dilated Peoples.

01) Green Trees (Feat. Dr. Greenthumb)
02) Back Again
03) You Can't Hide, You Can't Run
04) Alarm Clock Music
05) Olde English (Feat. Defari)
06) Kindness For Weakness (Feat. Talib Kweli)
07) Another Sound Mission
08) Rapid Transit (Feat. Krondon)
09) The Eyes Have It
10) Satellite Radio
11) Firepower (The Tables Have To Turn) (Feat. Capleton)
12) The One And Only
13) 20/20

To Pre-Order the album you can visit CDUniverse and to hear "You Can't Hide, You Can't Run" from the album then visit the groups Album Sampler. We will have more news and exclusives from Dilated over the coming weeks.

Rud

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1140087030 - January 1, 1970 By : As we previously reported, MC Eiht is slated to release his new solo album "Affiliated" this spring. Eiht has just signed a distribution deal for his record label, West Music, Inc. in a joint venture with Paid In Full/Koch.

Eiht, who also played the role of Ryder in the mega-hit video game, "Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas," says this record deal differs from his past independent signings. "The promotion will be better, the distribution is better," he confirms. "The label that I have the joint venture with this time is more professional than what was happening with my other independent projects. They don’t hesitate to get things done."

The album's first single will be the beautiful "Say Nothing/Comptons Back." produced by Raw Steel. In addition to the Compton rap legend, the song also features Comptons Most Wanted's Chill and Bam, along with King T, who rides shotgun. We exclusively premiered this song back in August, courtesy of King T, as it's also featured on King T's latest project "The Boss Up Mixtape".

The Dub-I.N.C.’s upcoming "Affiliated" title is a natural for Eiht, who explains, "I named it that because there are a lot of misconceptions in the street as far as West Coast music, namely, what we do as far as West Coast music, how we get down with it, and what we represent. A lot of my fans have been anticipating a new record from a true West Coast artist. I get a lot of emails asking me questions like, “When are you going to come back and spit the real, because there is all this fake-ism in the game out there right now." As Eiht points out, "You’ve got a lot of cats from everywhere out there, trying to do whatever, and a lot of it makes utterly no sense." Eiht remarks, “This album title lets people know I’m still affiliated with the streets, with the neighborhoods, and what people are going through out there on the streets; it’s not being about glamour and glitz."

Eiht contends, "As everyone has seen, I just have to remain true and humble, and after all that, things will fall into place." The upcoming album that has yet to be turned into the distributor, is already receiving a kilo of industry buzz, and is expected to become classic ghetto gold.

One of the most respected Hip Hop artists on the West Coast, Eiht articulates, "I am still making my music, just being affiliated with the streets. I’m still in Compton, representing truth."

If you missed our world premiere of the first single last year, here is the song again, "Say Nothing/Comptons Back".

MC Eiht - Say Nothing/Comptons Back Feat. CMW & King T

LilJay

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1140265692 - January 1, 1970 By : Now dubcnn is world renowned for opening eyes to new talent, some you take to, others you don't - thats life. Yet every now and again an individual or a collective grabs your attention and urges you to listen and take note. Over the years individuals such as Bishop Lamont, Glasses Malone and some others have requested that respect from their grind, talent and dogged determination to succeed. Two more that strike me are Bad Lucc and his Westurn Union collaborator Damani; both grinding, working hard to succeed in what is a
difficult industry.

The first of which, Bad Lucc, dropped what can only be described as a "Street Classic" track last year by the name of "City Life" which featured the vocal talents of Toussaint on the hook. The track outlined the struggle of inner city living and captured an essence not often portrayed well via music, yet they managed it and to acclaim from all corners of the globe. Now Bad Lucc is a big supporter of dubcnn and as such he promised he would let us hear more from Toussaint and as ever has come through for you the readers with information and music.

It's always a pleasure to unveil an artist who can portray the art of music in a way not often seen, in this case we are proud to exclusively reveal Toussaint soon to be better known in the industry as 2 a.k.a. The Double Dose. Now 2 (Toussaint Harris) has not just thrown himself into the arena overnight, he has been steadliy perfecting his craft over the years, testing his abilities in battles and freestyle sessions all over his native city of Inglewood, Ca. Thus far we have only heard the 21 year old showcasing his singing talent however he also posseses lyrical content and punchlines mixed with a crisp flow that ensures each verse strikes hard and sounds fresh. So put that in a mixing pot and what do you have? Lyrics, flow, punchlines and he can sing? Now that is a competent artist at a very young age and judging by what we have heard thus far a long career in the making. Speaking with 2 he tells us; "My style is what you call Hood Good. The flow is like cursive letters compared to manuscript."

Influenced by artists such as Marvin Gaye, R. Kelly, Nate Dogg, Nas and Tupac, 2 paints a picture with his music thats actually real and not overly flamboyant. Having been born in Los Angeles but raised in Inglewood, 2 began entertaining people with his singing at age 16 and then began perfecting rapping over the following year. Brought up with his talented brother LeMarvin, 2 quickly realised he had a talent to entertain and then decided to pursue it. Blowing away students and faculty alike at High School talent shows and sending competitive MC's back to their walkmans to think again during famous neighborhood ciphers ensured 2 created a buzz in the streets at a rapid pace and a belief enstiled that he is by far "The Popular Product."

He is currently recording songs with talented producers including Ricc Rude and THX, so you know 2 is ready to bring something new to the table, variety and skill.

As ever we have some audio for you to get your ears around; listen and please take some time to visit our forum to drop your thoughts. Both tracks are laced by T.H.X aka "Black Floyd" and feature 2's brother LeMarvin who is signed to the "Co-Stars."

2 - Have U Ever Seen (Feat. Scan, Bad Lucc & LeMarvin)
2 - We Done Made It (Feat. LeMarvin)

Thanks to Bad Lucc, 2 and LeMarvin; look for more news and audio from this collective on dubcnn very soon.

Rud

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1141696566 - January 1, 1970 By : Yes sir! Young Roscoe Tobasco aka Scodie Mac aka the little brother of a monster IS BACK!. After a long absence and a rough time (Scoe was involved in a near-fatal car crash last year), Roscoe hit up dubcnn to let the world know that he's been locked in the studio workin' his ass off and is still one of the top forces of this West Coast Movement.
He recently wrapped up his upcoming solo album, "I Love Cali". Being the name of his first hit, it was only right he came back with that. The album was entirely produced by Fingazz, and is coming out early May through West Coast Customs/Street Light Entertainment and is distributed through Fontana/
Universal Records, executive produced by Roscoe & Fingazz.

Here's a drop Roscoe did for dubcnn where he speaks on the album:

Roscoe - Dubcnn Drop / Album Info

The record is mostly Scodie rapping solo, but has a few guest spots including Blaqtoven, Y.A. & Diamonique.

But if you thought this is all Roscoe has lined up, you're aallll wrong. Besides Y.A. and his group the G-Hood Fellas, Roscoe also has a group from Philadelphia called The Armory. "I've kept them sepparated from the stuff I've been doing, cause they from Philly, but be on the lookout for The Armory, cause we're gonna be coming hard. That's gonna be dropping on H.O.C./Scodie Mac Records", Scodie said about the group.

He got some more though. "I got another solo album I'm working on that's gonna be executive produced by Kurupt & Scott Storch, that's coming through West Coast Customs/Scodie Mac/Scott Storch Productions. That ones gonna be real big, he's even talking about bringing it to Dr. Dre. We'll see what happen, but me and Scotty have been pumping out some heat.".

Also, if ya'll remember right, in our interview with Kurupt & Daz, Kurupt mentioned that Roscoe had been workin heavily with Bad Azz. Wel.. it's true: "Me and Bad Azz got whole album! It's called "Get A Cup", and it features all of my crew, Y.A., the G-Hood Fellas, and all of Bad Azz crew the Low Lifes.. We got some other cats like RBX, Kokane on there aswell, it's some real fly shit.".

When asked about his label situation, Roscoe said "I feel good right now. I'm off Priority, Kurupt is off Antra, we're both doing our thing. I got H.O.C. and my publishing Scodie Mac.. The C.E.O. of the label is Tom Barnes, he gave me the opportunity to be the president of the Urban department. Cause we're not just gonna do rap, we got alot of different projects. I'm working with a new R&B talent called Nire, she's crazy. She sings like a hummingbird, be on the lookout for her, she's the next big thing."

Well it looks like Roscoe has alot on his plate! Let's wrap it up: "I Love Cali", Roscoe solo coming in May. Y.A. album, another solo backed by Kurupt/Scott Storch, Roscoe & Bad Azz - "Get A Cup", and The Armory out of Philly.

After such a long absence, it's good to see Scodie has his mind back right and is focusing on positive thangs. "It's a beautiful thang man, everybody is back together, everybody let it go and everybody loves each other", Roscoe said about the Re-United Dogg Pound. "D.P.G.C. 2006, not for play! We fuck with everybody... G-Unit, Game, whoever! Man, we've already done been to war! While everybody was singin' about bitches and money, Kurupt was at war! But we off that now. Snoopy got us on chill, Nate got us doin' positive, we makin' money, and all you're gonna see is positivity.".

Sounds crazy, but it's true! This is just the beginning. As always, dubcnn is gonna be on top of the news, so keep it locked right here!

Nima

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1142301531 - January 1, 1970 By : That's right! You might not believe it, but it's true! Chills ran down my spine the first time I caught a glimpse of Curtis Young aka Hood Surgeon. The up and coming Compton rapper is none other than the son of Dr. Dre.

Having been on his own and still representing Compton, Hood Surgeon is now ready to take his first footsteps in the rap game. Him and his homies from his So Hood Records label have finished up a mixtape, and his solo debut is set to drop this summer. Hood is determined to make it on his own, without having to rely on his Dads name to blow up.

Well, one of those steps to take is... you guessed right, hit up dubcnn.com. And that's what he did. You saw him in the footage from Frank Nitty's birthday we showed you a few days ago, and we got some more for ya'll. I have some exclusive footage of Hood Surgeon on stage performing a couple of his songs.

This is a world exclusive, you ain't gone get this anywhere else, so enjoy the show. Dubcnn presents... Hood Surgeon. We will be hooking up with Hood for an exclusive interview very soon aswell, so check back for that.

Here goes the video:

Hood Surgeon - Live Video Footage (27MB)

Make sure to hit up his website sohoodrecords.com, or on myspace at myspace.com/hoodsurgeon.

Nima

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1142523942 - January 1, 1970 By : As Dubcnn previously reported, producer Young Trey has been hard work producing hits for some of the biggest artists in the West, as well as putting together his own mixtape called "W.E.S.T. Radio Volume 1". The project showcases songs that he produced for various artists, including The Comrads & Snoop Dogg, Westside Connection, Mack 10, Money Grip & The Swat, Da Hood, W.C., E-40, Too Short, the Young Hoggs, CJ Mac, and many more. Not only does the mixtape feature recent and brand new exclusive tracks, but he also has different artists calling in and requesting songs, making this project a full radio show experience.

The mixtape is now finally available for purchase exclusively from Dubcnn. Click below to order your copy today. We also got 4 exclusive Mp3's for preview, along with the final tracklist and cover.

"W.E.S.T. Radio Mixtape Vol. 1" Exclusive Preview:



01. 60.1 Radio Drop - S.W.A.T.
02. Intro - Young Trey
03. Live Wire - Young Hoggs & Bosko
04. Song Request - The Game
05. Don't Get Outta Pocket - Westside Connection
06. Song Request - Money Grip of S.W.A.T.
07. Gangsta - Money Grip, Young Trey, Young Hoggs
08. Song Request - Dawn
09. Speak On It - Comrads & Snoop Dogg
10. Song Request - King Tee
11. Keep Hustlin' - W.C. Feat. E-40 & Too Short
12. Song Request - W.C.
13. Call 911 - Westside Connection
14. Song Request - J.Man
15. Ain't Got A Penny To Give - Young Hoggs
16. Song Request - Mack 10
17. From Tha Streetz - Mack 10
18. Snitch Report - Stacy Granite
19. From Tha Streetz (continued) - Mack 10
20. Song Request - Jamie D.
21. K to The M.A.C. - K Mac
22. Song Request - M.P. of S.W.A.T.
23. For the Money - Mack 10 Feat. ODB & Buck Shot
24. Song Request - DJ Crazy Toones
25. Hittin' Switches - Da Hood
26. Song Request - Big Les
27. Look At Us Now - Da Hood Feat. Butch Cassidy
28. Song Request - Big Kemo
29. Hoodsta Fo Life - Young Trey, K Mac, CJ Mac
30. Song Request - TJ Santana of Young Hoggs
31. L.A. Fo Ya - Da Hood
32. Song Request - Young Dre
33. Let The Games Begin - Mack 10 Feat. Fat Joe & Big Pun
34. Song Request - Wify
35. Chevy On Thangs - Young Trey

Click on the purchase button below to order your copy for only $7.00 (+shipping). The mixtape ships the same day!

Young Trey - W.E.S.T. Radio Vol. 1 Mixtape
If you need some beats from Trey, or you just wanna send a shout out, connect with him on his MySpace @ myspace.com/hoodstasncrime
Money Grip from The Swat can be reached at myspace.com/worldwidemusic

LilJay

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1144317020 - January 1, 1970 By : Compton sensation Spit Fiya has been patiently waiting to let the world hear his talent on his anticipated mixtape "Boy N Tha Hood". The project had a lot of hype around its original release date which was last summer, but after a few delays the buzz died down a little bit, leaving fans disappointed. But the wait is finally over and the mixtape is here, and ironically it seems that it came out of nowhere. The project was released with little promotion, which will result in people missing out on a great mixtape.

It's presented by DJ Skee and The Bullets, who will help spread the good word about it. Spit showcases his amazing skills on 20 dope tracks, rapping over original production handled by The Bullets, as well as other artists beats. People asked for Spit Fiya and that's what they get, as it's mostly him rapping solo, with a couple exceptions like the New West anthem "All In The Same Gang".

Spit Fiya and the camp were kind enough to offer this mixtape for free download. Visit spitfiyamixtape.com to download the Mp3's separately, or click on the link below to get it as one zipped file from the Dubcnn servers. It comes with both front and back cover. Don't miss out on this!

Spit Fiya - Boy N Tha Hood (Mixtape)

Please accept this free download and spread it around. Hopefully more people will hear what Spit Fiya sounds like and recognize his talent.

LilJay

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1144518449 - January 1, 1970 By : In January we introduced an up and coming producer out of the Inland Empire called Jynxx. At that point he was still working on his latest compilation called "Beats And Life Vol. 1," where he was set to handle the entire production with guest MC's on all the tracks. Since then he has finished the release and is ready to showcase his work to the world.

This release features much of the best new talent on the west including Dirty Birdy, W.S. Bugg, City Boy, Wallet, SUPe, SKiLL and more. Others who guest include Eddie Kane Jr.

We previewed two tracks in January and they are available again however we now have the complete release in sample format; let me assure you this will not dissapoint - this is well worth the $8.99; check the download below and hear the samples.

Jynxx - Beats And Life Vol. 1 (Sampler)

We have the full tracklist below as well as two complete preview tracks that we premiered in January.

01) Beats And Life (Feat. SUPe And Locey)
02) My Hustlas (Feat. City Boy)
03) Carolina Hotness (Feat. Dirtyface)
04) Clutch My Mic (My Mistress) (Feat. G-Mo)
05) We Don't Need Ya (Feat. Eddie Kane Jr. And The Conference)
06) Inland Empire (Feat. SKiLL)
07) Can't Stop (Feat. War Da Villin)
08) La Vida (Feat. Redencion And BocaFloja)
09) Away (Feat. SUPe)
10) FED (Feat. Jon Notty)
11) Tryin' 2 Survive (Feat. Professor P)
12) Bless Me Lord (Last Days) (Feat. The Hood Affiliates)
13) You Know (Feat. Wallet)
14) Ho Cake Nigga (Feat. Dirty Birdy)
15) Bizness, Never Personal (Feat. Mykill Miers)
16) What The Game Been Missing (Feat. Dirtyface)
17) Mercy (Feat. Johnny Kashe)
18) Gotta Go (Feat. SUPe)

If you like what you hear then visit Jynxx's official website to order a copy and support the westcoast; 909lab. To contact Jynxx you can send him an email by clicking here. Look for more from Jynxx on dubcnn in the near future.

Rud

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1148317397 - January 1, 1970 By : After releasing the first installement of their "New West Attitude" series about a month ago, Bloc Up Movement is back with Volume 2 already! This one contains 29 bangers, world premiers, and freestyles from the West Coast, including Crooked I, The Game, Ice Cube, Bloc Runnaz, Dogg Pound, Snoop Dogg, Mitchy Slick, G.Malone, and many others.

Check out the tracklisting below, and click on the two highlighted links to preview the songs.

To order "New West Attitude Vol. 2" now, click here.

1.. Welcome 2 California (Intro)
2.. Crooked I - This Is How We Do This
3.. Hood - Exclusive Freestyle
4.. The Game - Will I Die (World Premier)
5.. Dogg Pound Ft. Snoop Dogg - Cali Iz Active
6.. BoomaRang Gang - The Streets (Exclusive)
7.. Mitchy Slick - Mitchy Slick (World Premier)
8.. Scipio & Pitbull - Real Talk (DJ Sparrow Exclusive)
9.. Daz Dillinger Ft. Rick Ross - On Some Real Shit
10.. Hood - 16 Lethal (Exclusive)
11.. Glasses Malone - 300 (World Premier)
12.. Crooked I - Home (World Premier)
13.. Kila Krock - Flashlights (Exclusive)
14.. The Game - All For Sale (G-Unit Diss)
15.. Ice Cube Speaks
16.. Ice Cube - Click Clack/Get Back (World Premier)
17.. Dogg Pound Ft. Snoop Dogg - Don't Sweat It
18.. Crooked I - U Need A Blessin Ft. Jim Gittum
19.. Frontlinerz Ft. Saccs - Beef
20.. Mitchy Slick - Myspace (World Premier)
21.. I-Rocc Ft. The Game - I Gotcha
22.. Young Hootie - Hoodlife (Exclusive)
23.. Snoop Dogg - Freestyle
24.. Crooked I - Rap 101 (World Premier)
25.. Mr. Shadow Ft. Gonzoe - It's On & Crackin (Exclusive)
26.. Ya Boy - Do This (World Premier)
27.. Wyze Randal - Cypha (Exclusive)
28.. Damani Ft. Mack 10 - Inglewood
29.. Ice Cube - Stop Snitchin
30.. Crooked I - Gangstas Holiday (World Premier)

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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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1149528448 - January 1, 1970 By : It’s official Powerhouse labels like Interscope/Geffen are signing Latinos! On June 2nd, 2006, Omar Cruz announced to the world that he would be the first artist to release a record on BYI Entertainment, now that the label got a 50/50 deal with Interscope/Geffen. For anyone disappointed that he didn’t sign with Dr. Dre (though BYI has a deal with the same people giving Aftermath a deal), the Doc has been and will be close to O Dot giving him personal advice. To celebrate their signing, the Westside’s pride and joy, Omar Cruz, knocked out 14 banging tracks for his DJ Skee hosted “Album before the Album,” The Cruzifixion.

With beats from in-house Producers ROME(10 tracks) and Javie Lopez (2 tracks), O snatched up a beat from Julian Bunetta, who produced for Hush; as well as another producer, by the name of Xtreme. With all original tracks, this could be considered a Street Album, more so than a Mixtape. Keeping the features to a minimum, O Dot only uses family as the guests on Cruzifixion. Javie Lopez’ artist Raw Deal (whom we introduced here and will have more on soon) drops the hook on “My World”. BYI’s in house singer J.Ortez lends his vocals on two tracks (“We Right Here” & “Let’s Go (The Show)”). Lastly, O’s right hand man, Merzevelli hops on “Cops Gang Bang,” and is the only other person to have a verse on the entire street album, outside of O.Cruz.

We have two tracks for you to check out, which you may have heard but have not been able to download. As usual, we got the exclusives for you. In the tracklist you’ll find the L.A. anthem “We Rydaz.”

“We pump that soft and that hard like we El Debarge to the beat of the rhythm of the City Of Gods”

We then have “Cops Gang Bang” featuring Merzevelli. The ominous ROME beat and a “Screwed Up” O.Cruz voice sample set the serious tone for this ode to crooked cops.

“Walk with me so you can see how these LAPD muthafuckas is living so dirty, some of ‘em claim hoods, some of ‘em still ride, some of ‘em is movin’ birdies”

Check these tracks out in the Tracklisting and head over to BYIEntertainment.com to order this Street Album on Tuesday, June 6th, 2006 (6-6-6).

Tracklisting:

01. The Cruzifixion (Prod: ROME BYI Ent.)
02. The Take Over (Prod: ROME for BYI Ent.)
03. My World feat. Raw Deal (Prod: ROME for BYI Ent.)
04. We Rydaz (Prod: Jullian Bunetta)
05. My Sixteen (Prod: Xtreme)
06. When You See The God (Prod: ROME for BYI Ent.)
07. I'm The LLA (Prod: ROME for BYI Ent.)
08. Through The Eyes Of A Wolf (Prod: Javie Lopez)
09. Cops Gang Bang feat. Merzevelli (Prod: ROME for BYI Ent.)
10. The Bells (Prod: Javie Lopez)
11. The Movement (Prod: ROME for BYI Ent.)
12. We Right Here feat. J.Ortez (Prod: ROME for BYI Ent.)
13. Let's Go (The Show) feat. J.Ortez (Prod: ROME for BYI Ent.)
14. Digan Lo Que Digan / Say What Ya'll Want To Say (Prod: ROME for BYI Ent.)

Once again, head over to BYIEntertainment.com to order this Street Album on Tuesday, June 6th, 2006 (6-6-6).

Shouts to Omar for the Shout!!! We got you homie! Shouts to LuLu, Rome, Javie Lopez, the whole squad.

SGV

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1150237776 - January 1, 1970 By : Wow, we just gotta keep shooting them exclusives at you! I have the honour of presenting you the debut mixtape of singer/actor/model and now also rapper Tyrese, aka Black Ty. Looking back at an exceptional career, the Watts native decided he was going to take a dip in the rap game, and play his part in reviving the West Coast.

He hooked up with some of the Wests hottest acts, including Ice Cube, Kurupt, Bishop Lamont, Lady Of Rage, Jelly Roll amongst others, and recorded his new mixtape titled "Best Of Both Hoodz Vol. 1", which is hosted by Cali Untouchable DJ Warrior, and Co-Hosted by B.E.T.'s Bigg Tigger.

We've been given the exclusive permission to offer the mixtape to you for download, all you have to do is click on the link below to see what Tyrese, I mean Black Ty, has to offer as an MC:


Black Ty - Best Of Both Hoodz Mixtape Vol. 1 (Hosted by DJ Warrior) (70MB, RAR)


If you want to preview something before you download the whole thing, check out two tracks below:

Black Ty - L.A. Streets (ft. Kurupt & Ice Cube)
Black Ty - These Days (ft. Bishop Lamont)

Here goes the tracklisting:

01. Black-Ty feat. Bishop Lamont & Tyrese - Fall Back
02. Black-Ty feat. Bishop Lamont & Tyrese - These Days
03. Luke And Q feat. Black-Ty - Club On Fire
04. Black-Ty feat. Bishop Lamont - Bigg Tigger Interlude/New West Order
05. Black-Ty feat. Guerilla Black - Glasses-Up
06. Black-Ty feat. Kurupt & Yoyo - I Salute
07. Black-Ty feat. Bishop Lamont - Change The World
08. Black-Ty feat. Bishop Lamont - Why You Actin Shy
09. Black-Ty - Bigg Tigg Interlude
10. Kurupt feat. Jellyroll & Black-Ty - She Like To What
11. Black-Ty - What You Made Of
12. Black-Ty feat. Lady Of Rage & Yoyo - Monster
13. Black-Ty feat. Kurupt & Ice Cube - LA Streets
14. Tyrese aka Black - Kurupt Interlude
15. Black-Ty feat. Tyrese - Emancipation
16. James Fauntleroy - Remember Me
17. Chingy feat. Tyrese - Pulling Me Back
18. Tyrese - I Aint Tryna
19. Glenn Lewis - Don't You Forget It
20. Chingy feat. Tyrese - Pulling Me Back
21. James Fauntleroy - Remember Me
22. Tyrese feat. Kim Johnson - Private Whore
23. Tyrese aka Black - Bigg Tigger Interlude
24. Dyme - Make Up
25. Tyrese aka Black - WC Interlude
26. Black-Ty - Unicorn Love
27. Tyrese aka Black - Bigg Tigger Interviews

Enjoy the mixtape!

Nima

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1150256928 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn is once again the premier site for all the hip hop listeners to grab their newest audio. Courtesy of DJ Warrior and DPGC, we now have the exclusive new single from the “Cali Iz Active” album entitled “Craccin All Night” featuring Snoop Dogg and Diddy. A decade after the beef between Death Row and Bad Boy, they have collaborated together to bring us this heater. Thus far, singles released include “Cali Iz Active”, “Sittin on 23z”, and “Make that Pussy Talk", so make sure to go out to your local record store on June 27th to cop the “Cali Iz Active” album. Additionally, Tha Dogg Pound now have a new performance date at The Roxy in Los Angeles on June 28th, one day after album release, with Murs as the opening act.

Tha Dogg Pound - Craccin' All Night (ft. Snoop Dogg and Diddy) (Prod. by J-Dub)

If you guys have been keeping up with our site, you might have noticed that we have partnered up with DJ Warrior and the Cali Untouchables to always release the newest hip hop audio on dubcnn. This Wednesday, DJ Warrior will be shooting us a serious world premier, so stay tuned for that.

Visit DjWarrior.biz and HipHopWest.com to cop the newest mixtape releases including Cali Untouchable Radio 11: Ice Cube, Cali Untouchable 13: Mitchy Slick, and also the new Black Ty: Best of Both Hoods mixtape.

Visit ThaDoggPound.com for your up to date DPGC releases.


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1151745420 - January 1, 1970 By : We have been reporting since the beginning of the year on the duo album that is in works from Shade Shiest and N.U.N.E. called "Movin Units." Earlier this month dubcnn conducted an indepth interview with the Put Yourself Out two where they explained the release; "Yeah, the point of all this is the next album called "Moving Units." We called it that because last year we moved over 172,000 units by hand, that means we actually put those jewel cases together, we shrink-wrapped those motherf-ckers ourselves and we put em in all those postal envelopes and took them in big ass boxes to the post office every Friday, until we moved 172,000."

So with a successful year behind them they move into Summer 2006 with the recently released GTA 3 and now the "Movin Units" collaboration which features the single we have below as a world premiere; "Baby We Can Do It." Request it at your local stations and help the album "Move Units!" Shouts to Shade Shiest, N.U.N.E. & PYO as a collective.

Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E. - Baby We Can Do It

In related news Shade Sheist is currently one of the featured artists on Myspace Music right now; in just over 24 hours he received over 45,000 plays of his material. Follow the link to view Shade Sheist's official MySpace page or the official PYO MySpace page. To learn more about the company visit the official Put Yourself Out website.

Rud

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1152314062 - January 1, 1970 By : As Dubcnn previously reported, the West Coast mixtape Kings DJ Warrior and DJ Strong recently released a gang of mixtapes which we showcased on this website. As always they are all available for purchase, and after a little while we also offer them for download for a small fee ($3.00).

Today we bring you DJ Warrior's latest installment "Cali Untouchable Radio 13" in conjunction with the gangsta rapper’s favorite rapper Mitchy Slick. On this 27 track street album, Mitchy Slick is goin' to show you how a rapper's supposed to rap, and how a mack's supposed to mack.

This mixtape is the only official street album to promote Mitchy Slick's upcoming album "Urban Survival Syndrome" album which will be in stores September 12th.

In addition to this, we also have Warrior's other new mixtape available that he recently released with the Bay Area's Chop Black of The Whoridas called "Mercenary Mixtape 2". Stay Heated Records presents this official 19 track LP featuring Tha Whoridas, Keek Tha Sneak, Yukmouth, G-Stack, Tha Realest and more.

Both mixtapes are now available for download from Dubcnn (purchase through PayPal) for the low price of $3.00 each (no shipping fees!). It comes with all the songs in high quality MP3 and the artwork. After you place your order (through PayPal), you will be sent the download link to your email address (please allow a couple hours). Scroll down to place your order (under the respective tracklists).


Tracklist & Snippets for Mitchy Slick:

1. Mitchy Slick & DJ Warrior – Intro
2. Mitchy Slick (New shit) (Prod. by DJ Khalil)
3. Dikies & Diamonds (World Premiere)
4. Cooked Crack
5. Bass Chaser (World Premiere) (Prod. by Dj Khalil)
6. I Know (New Crack) (prod. by DJ Muggs)
7. Mitchy Slick – interlude
8. Shawnna feat. Mitchy Slick – Getting Some Head (Exclusive Remix)
9. Mitchy Slick speaks
10. Fuckyowholeset (prod. by Dub Knoxx)
11. Drug Flippin feat. Tiny Doo & Damu (Prod. by Dub Knoxx)
12. Baby u Badd feat. Tash (Tha Alkaholiks)
13. Trigger Side feat. Chace Infinite (self scientific) & Phil da Agony
14. Mitchy Slick speaks on Cali Untouchables
15. Freestyle feat. Lil Mitchy Slick
16. Take this Cream feat. Mitchy Slick & Messy Marv
17. Mitchy Slick speaks on Angeles Records
18. Freestyle – Kick in Da Door
19. Hoe cake
20. Mitchy Slick shouts Out Da Streetz
21. Put Away Your Gunz feat. Big Y, Roccett, Krondon & Twany doll
22. Remain Gangstas feat. Tha Wrongkind
23. Mitchy Slick - Speaks pt.3
24. Platinum Dreams (Prod. by J wells)
25. Young G - Dry Yo Eye – freestyle
26. Mitchy Slick - Outro
27. djwarrior.biz & hiphopwest.com - Outro

DJ Warrior & Mitchy Slick - Cali Untouchable Radio 13 (MP3 Download)
Tracklist & Snippets for Chop Black:

01. Get Yours
02. What it Do feat. Mr. Taylor of The Whoridas
03. Upside Ya Head feat. Keek Da Sneak
04. Live Wire feat. Tha Realest
05. Do ya Thang feat. Yukmouth
06. Stay Hyphy
07. Smoke On Drank On feat. G-Stack of The Delinquents
08. Mercenary Music
09. In Da Streets feat. OCH
10. Coutin up Stacks
11. Take A Ride
12. Hood 2 Hood
13. Holla At Ya Potna
14. At It Again
15. Have Ya Ever
16. Get That Doe feat. Big Thump
17. Speak On It
18. Get It All
19. Get it Get it Feat. Sula

DJ Warrior & Chop Black - Mercenary Mixtape 2 (MP3 Download)

To purchase hard copies of these mixtapes, hit up HipHopWest.com

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1154347383 - January 1, 1970 By : This update is 18 and over!! Kurupt recently released an adult DVD called "Kurupt Uncut", some of you might have heard about it. The DVD takes audiences into the world of music video shoots, where fine, big-booty girls shake their way to the top. The whole thing is narrated by Kurupt himself, and the DVD also features a music video.

Those of you who downloaded the Black Ty aka Tyrese mixtape "Best Of Both Hoodz" last month heard the song by Kurupt & Jelly Roll "She Likes To What?" on there. They shot a little X-Rated video to it for the DVD. I have it here for those of you who want to check it out:

Kurupt - She Likes To What? (ft. Jelly Roll) (10MB, WMV)

Be warned, it's A LOT of booty up in there! To orer "Kurupt Uncut" now, click here.

Due to large demand, here is the song in MP3 form for ya'll to listen to:

Kurupt - She Likes To What? (ft. Jelly Roll)

Nima

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1154418178 - January 1, 1970 By : Today we have some fresh new music from an artist who is no stranger to dubcnn having been featured alongside Inglewood's Disko. Now its his turn to shine with a street album being finalised for release by the end of the month; its time for the world to get - K-Aktive.

Raised in Inglewood, he started rapping in 1995 and was a part of a group called Looneytic Pimps which his brother had formed. New to the game he was simply looking to develop a style into which he could grow as an artist.

His brother Mr. Faze, an entrepreneur for many years pushed hard for his younger brother to succeed, but in 2002 Mr. Faze fell 30 feet through the skylight of a large commercial building. Just prior to this event K-Active and his brother had completed a mixtape however that has never seen the light of day. Over the coming year his brother slowly went through recovery undergoing several surgeries to rectify the damage, all this took its toll on K-Active however as time went on it made him stronger and more agressive to get his music heard.

Along the way he also had the tragic loss of childhood friend Bryan "Baby Boy" Brown. Baby Boy was a producer and hook singer who he made around thirty songs with before his murder. Dissilusioned he took some time and in that space he met Disko through a mutual friend who was a producer. He helped encourage K-Active that it was possible to get back and get his music heard. They put together all new music and formed a group by the name New West. Having done some shows they released a mixtape called "Inglewood Mixtape Volume 1" - this led K-Active to getting behind his music once again 100%.

Currently K-Aktive is building Put It N My Pocket Entertainment (Pimp Entertainment) with in house producers Disko and Money Miles. He has artists in development including Mo B, Hogg and Lady Vix - however right now its his turn with his street album "Funk Season."

We have audio from the project including a single called "Stand Up" which is produced by long time dubcnn supported producer J-Steez. The two other tracks are - "Dopeman", which has that NWA feel thanks to a knocking beat by Compton's Problem who is an issue both in the booth and behind the boards; the second cut is "Lets Roll" which features Problem & Sequel with another classic beat by Dae One.

K-Active - Stand Up (Produced By. J-Steez)
K-Active - Lets Roll (Feat. Problem & Sequel) (Produced By. Dae One)
K-Active - Dopeman (Produced By. Problem)

Stay tuned to dubcnn.com for the latest on the New West, Old West, Middle-Aged West - it don't matter - we got it!!

Rud

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1155456129 - January 1, 1970 By : Put Yourself Out has always been synonymous with hard work and self promotion and as such has earned its creators acclaim, sales and rewards.

Shade Sheist and N.U.N.E. have been working hard for a number of years now and have just been given the greenlight to host their own radio show on SWURV Radio - the World's leading internet radio station.

The PYO Radio Show is set to feature all types of artists from around the world and will finally give aspiring artists a platform on which to shine.

As such Shade Sheist and N.U.N.E. are throwing open the doors to new artists, labels and managers who feel they have the talent, to showcase worthy material as submissions for potential inclusion on the upcoming show. If you are interested, prepare your best material and email PYO Radio for details of how to submit your media. Do not email the media to that address, they will respond with submission information. If they are feeling the material it will get spins, it's that simple. To record a drop or a shoutout on the air you can call (877) 267-9818.

Stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest news on this and take some time to read our recent interview with Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E. regarding PYO, past and future releases and much more

Rud

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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.

Nima

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1158402975 - January 1, 1970 By : Once again dubcnn has been given the jump on the latest mixtape by one of R&B's hottest stars who happens to be turning his attention to Hip-Hop.

Tyrese from Watts has been acting and recording R&B music for many years now and last year decided to go under a new name, to reveal his rawer Hip-Hop side. Black-Ty is how he is now referred too and as such he has been steadily working with the biggest producers, the hottest names and is building up to the release of his first album under that moniker.

Earlier this year dubcnn gave you the exclusive free download first of the Black-Ty mixtapes; "Best Of Both Hoods Volume 1" which received rave reviews.

Today we have a new mixtape entitled "Ghetto Royalty" which is being backed by DJ S&S and DJ Skee, the latter of which spoke to us about the release; "I finally got to really sit down with Tyrese this week at his HeadQuarter Offices and check out his album and new mixtape. All I can say is wow. Black Ty has some shit for real, people have been doubting him getting into the rap game but he not only can spit, he really paints a picture with each song. Check out his mixtape for the warm up, and make sure you stay tuned for his album. He's got everyone on it and the lead single is a banger... Do not sleep and open your eyes!"

So without further talk we have the full tracklist below, with four audio tracks to check and below that the FULL, FREE mixtape download. Grab this now, first, on dubcnn.com.

01) Switch It Up
02) Haters
03) Like This (Feat. DJ S&S)
04) Give It To Me Girl (Feat. Memphis Bleek)
05) The Watcher
06) Get Cake (Feat. Cassidy)
07) The Storm (Feat. Stevie Wonder & Tyrese)
08) Change The World (Feat. Bishop Lamont & Tyrese)
09) Goodnite (Feat. Curtains & DJ S&S)
10) Why (Feat. Tyrese & Ali)
11) Chain Game PSA
12) Don't Get Me Confused (Feat. Kurupt, A-B & Tyrese)
13) Bird Flipper (Feat. Cassidy)
14) Capricorn (Feat. Eric Sermon & Big Tigger)
15) Pop Bottles (Feat. Bishop Lamont & Tyrese)
16) My Conscious (Feat. My Conscious)
17) Here I Go (Feat Mane-O)
18) Freestyle
19) Beat The System (Feat. Bishop Lamont & Tyrese)
20) Ink My Pen
21) DJ Kay Slay Interview

Black Ty - Ghetto Royalty (Mixtape) (Free Download)

Stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on this release and Black-Ty's album coming later this year.

Rud

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1158668579 - January 1, 1970 By : The New West Attitude collection is back for Part 3 of the mixtape series. The Bloc Up Movement have been working on the follow up to "New West Attitude Volume 2" and this time have recruited Sly Boogy for "New West Attitude Volume 3."

Having released two successful volumes of the series the Bloc Up Movement, a collective of DJs and MC's out of San Diego, have got together once again to release a mixtape full of the hottest new music and some Exclusives, World Premieres and Freestyles from the West Coast.

On Volume 3 the West Coast is represented by tracks and freestyles from The Game, Xzibit, Sly Boogy, Lil Eazy, Hood, Snoop Dogg, Balance, Mitchy Slick, Ras Kass, The Black Wallstreet, Crooked I and more.

We have the tracklist and some audio from the release below, the cover to which can be found above.

01) Sly Boogy – Intro
02) Sly Boogy - Hypnotized (World Premier)
03) The Game ft. Mitchy Slick - One Blood (San Diego Remix)
04) Xzibit - Rollin'
05) Snoop Dogg ft. B-Real - Vato
06) Techniec ft. Crooked I & Domino - Ego Trippin
07) Krondon & Lil Wayne - Hustlin Flow (Exclusive)
08) Sly Boogy - Find Ya Own Curb
09) Hood ft. Sly Boogy - U Won't Breathe (Exclusive)
10) Kila Krock ft. Banchi - Who Is You (World Premier)
11) Balance - Let The Bass Go (Exclusive)
12) Lil Eazy - Let's Get Paid
13) Mitchy Slick ft. Messy Marv - Cherish The Thug (World Premier)
14) The Frontlinerz - U Need A Thug
15) Sly Boogy - Bloc Up Muf**kaz (Skit)
16) Sly Boogy ft. Event - Major Players (World Premier)
17) Ras Kass - K.O.T.W.
18) Smigg Dirtee - I Know U Don't Love Me (Exclusive)
19) One-2 - Guess Who (Exclusive)
20) A-Wax & Cyssero - Natural Born Hustla (Remix)
21) The Game ft. Ya Boy, Juice, & Mary J Blige - Be Easy
22) Lil Eazy - Me & My Gang
23) Keak Da Sneak ft. Bossman Hogg - Know What I'm Talking About (Remix) (Exclusive)
24) Techniec ft. The Game - Long Beach Iz Back
25) Xzibit - Concentrate
26) Lil Castro - Leanin (Exclusive)
27) Sly Boogy - Public Service Announcement
28) Sly Boogy ft. Crooked I & Kam - Keep On (World Premier)
29) Eastwood ft. Snoop Dogg - Dime Brizzles
30) Crooked I - Respect Your OG's (World Premier)

The mixtape is available now to order and is being shipped this week, to get your order in head over to MixtapesOne. We will keep you updated on the next releases from Bloc Up Movement.

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1160273019 - January 1, 1970 By : J-Ro is about to release his solo album, entitled "B-Boy Funk" on JUJU Records in Sweden. J-Ro plans to show the hip-hop community all over the world that the love and appreciation for hip-hop, that got him in the game from the beginning is still there.

J-Ro continues to expand his business ventures beyond just music. "I got big plans", For example he has a store called "Likwit Cali" in Malmo, "I got everything, tee-shirts, khakis, hoodies, belt buckles, mix-tapes, hats, DVDs and all that good stuff" J-Ro says.

"B-Boy Funk" will drop soon but for now Dubcnn has an exclusive banger from the album below:

J-Ro "Cali Thing"

Stay tuned for our exclusive video interview with J-Ro!

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1160759717 - January 1, 1970 By : Official Press Release: Emerging West Coast rapper Damani has signed with My Block/Sony Urban Music, who will release the young artist's first full-length album.

An Inglewood native, Damani is pioneering a new approach to West Coast rap, breaking musical and lyrical boundaries as a dominant force in the current Los Angeles hip-hop scene. An in-demand MC in local hip-hop clubs, Damani began to draw airplay on major LA radio stations -- including serious BDS spins on Power 105.9 and K Day 93.5 -- with tracks like "Inglewood" and "Gotta Stay Paid."

Raised on the streets of LA, Damani was determined to develop a sound and style that would transform the LA hip-hop world. Toward that goal, he released his breakout mix-tape, "Congratulations Playa," hosted DJs Reflex and Skee, which made him one of the most sought-after artists on the West Coast.

As admiration for his skills grew in the local rap community, Damani earned the respect of a number of West Coast rap pioneers, whose work had first inspired him to go into music, including Dr. Dre, Mel Man, and his biggest influence, Snoop Dogg, who called Damani an artist "….I could pass the torch to and watch it burn."

"Damani is an important new voice in West Coast hip-hop, combining the truth and soul of the streets with hypnotic rhythms and an incredible musical sophistication," said Lisa Ellis, President, Sony Urban Music. "Sony Urban is proud to welcome him to our label family and look forward to working with him in creating a new chapter in hip-hop history."

"Damani brings a new perspective to West Coast hip-hop," said Kawan "KP" Prather, Executive Vice President, A&R, Sony Urban Music. "As much as he was born and raised in Inglewood and has the respect of the streets, he has also seen other parts of the world. And he's able to let people know, through his music, that it's ok to represent your hood, but it's also great to experience as much life as possible. To me, that's gangsta, for real."

We will keep you updated on everything surrounding Damani. Incase you missed his mixtape "Congratulations, Playa", which he had available for download, check it out now below:

Damani - Congratulations Playa (Mixtape)

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1160786519 - January 1, 1970 By : One of the westcoast's best up and coming producers has just become on of the worlds best up and coming producers. Vancouvers own C-Infamous was one of 6 producers chosen from around the world to produce from platinum Taiwanese pop superstar Jolin's newest release. The album has already shipped 1.3 million copies across Asia. Now you may be asking, "who is Jolin?", I'll put it like this, while most of us attend concerts at 20,000 capacity venues, she packs soccer stadiums with 200,000 people.

But don't get it twisted, C-Infamous hasn't gone pop on us, he's currently in Long Beach recording with G-Hood, Tiny Kurupt, and Bizzle. We'll have more on the G-Hood/Chronico venture soon.

For now visit G-Hoodfellaz Myspace, Chronico's Homepage, & C-Infamous' Myspace for more info and a taste of the music.


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1163449713 - January 1, 1970 By : Less than a week ago we informed you of Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E.'s radio show debut. The duo from the acclaimed independent network Put Yourself Out premiered their new show on Swurvadio.com on November 8 at 6PM PST.

The show, which is broadcast worldwide via the internet is the first in the weekly "PYO Show" series and is set to showcase new talent as well as material from many of their projects. In the first show you could listne to new music from XL Middleton, Balance, Sara Stokes (from Da Band) and many more as well as the exclusive PYO Mixdown by PYO's own N.U.N.E..

Dubcnn is proud to unveil that the "PYO Show" is the first Podcast to be a part of the our newly opened Dubcnn Podcast section, which will soon be integrated into our menu and showcasing exclusive downloadable Podcast's to our readers.

Head over to the Dubcnn Podcast section now and listen to the "PYO Show" Podcast and stay tuned for more of those shows as well as host of additional Podcasts right here on dubcnn.

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1164348445 - January 1, 1970 By : After finishing projects worldwide from Taiwan, to California, C-Infamous is back home in Vancouver. He recently finished recording 2 albums' worth of material with G-Hood in Long Beach and Corona, and he's showing no signs of slowing down.

Now that the Potent Poets project is no longer happening, C-Infamous has put his focus elsewhere. Potent Poets ended on good terms though. It was Profe-C that hooked up C-Infamous with the newest addition to Chronico Music: Famas.

Being a relative newcomer, Famas has come out strong. In his first concert to open for anyone, he opened for Bone Thugs N Harmony, who coincidently inspired him to rap in the first place. Famas is also slated to open up for Lloyd Banks this Thursday November 30th at Plush in Vancouver. Below we have two exclusive tracks from Famas available for download. Watch out for more to come with Famas & Chronico music.

Famas "Never Ever" (Produced By C-Infamous)
Famas "Put Em Up" (Produced By C-Infamous)
Check out a pic of Famas On Stage

To hear some of the music C-Infamous did with G Hood check out his myspace. Also check out Famas "On The Grind" while you're there. And always keep checkin out Chronico's Official website.

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1164568621 - January 1, 1970 By : Last week we opened our Podcast download section with the first of a catalogue of podcasts we hope to have available over the next few months. Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E.'s brand new radio show, "PYO Show", under the independent network Put Yourself Out is the first Podcast set we are premiering on dubcnn.

The show, which can be heard online at Swurvadio.com is broadcast worldwide and is designed to showcase new talent as well as material from many of their own projects. We now have the second show for download which includes music from Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E., XL Middleton and many more.

Once again we urge you to head over to the new Dubcnn Podcast section and bookmark it until we integrate it into our menu and main indexes. Stay tuned for all the Episodes available for download week after week exclusively on dubcnn. Our thanks go to the PYO Camp for their support during the shows and via the Podcasts.

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1164974472 - January 1, 1970 By : One of the West's hottest up and coming artists Glasses Malone, who's been known to tell the truth, nothing but the truth, no matter how hard to take that truth is, released a public service announcement over the internet last night, called "Kingdome Come", where he adresses the negative comments about Jay-Z's latest album "Kingdome Come", as well as the West Coast artists/fans in general.


Read it below:

"Why cant hip hop artist grow up? This Jay Z album should help alot of us with our transition into being older, wiser, and responsible adults. The Hip Hop critics have try to crucify this cd. Whats wrong with a 37 year old man to show growth. That nigga is ole enuff to be someone's grandfather for christ sake. It would've been a crime for that man to rap about slangin rocks, or gunnin people down. Its a shame to see rappers his age rap about juvenile shit such as gang bangin, slangin, and other ignorant things.

Not to mention these artist who have been successful don't even understand whats really going on in the hood. Thats why we constantly see these lowriders, khakis, and all type of other shit in these videos. Niggaz aint wearing that in the hood. Its just a foul misrepresentation. When was the last time they been to South Central, Inglewood, Watts, Compton, Long Beach? We look so old to the rest of the world. Where are the Dodge Chargers? where are the Harleys? If you been to L.A. lately, muthafuccas are wearing $500 jeans. Niggaz rarely even go to Crenshaw. The New Crenshaw is Broadway. Have you been there?

Rocks aint poppin in L.A. anymore. Pills are the new crack rock, Cush is the new crack rock. Open your eyes L.A.! Fuck that open your eyes whole world. Jay Z has commited the worse sin in hip hop. Being SUCCESSFUL! But is it really that horrible? Is it wrong to tell the youth what type of things lie ahead if you handle ya finances correctly? Is it wrong to convince the youth to stop putting worthless rims on a car? Is it wrong for a man to say don't waste your money on jewelry? Sounds like something my father would say. Guess what, Dude and my pops aint that far apart. So why not give worthwile advice like getting your credit together. Buyin property(nightclubs). These are the dreams people should aspire to achieve. Not a Phantom. Embrace the cutural growth.

I wish West Coast artist close to this man's age would make music that actually played a role in our street culture. It probably could help alot of these street issues. Why did I have to be the first one to make a song uniting crips and bloods? I'm glad to hear the records that have been inspired from my music. *Enters "Tha Sermon"* Once I'm done with you muthafuccas(fans and rappers alike) You gone look in the mirror at your self different. You gon have to ask yourself, Why can't I keep it this real? Pooh said "Tha Sermon" is too advance for the hood. We will see.

So I end this with embrace albums that show growth. We all gotta grow up. Why not learn from someone who has been thru our same path? Oh, and I wanna give a shout out to my boy Mykestro "The best rap Nigga eva", Bad Lucc " I been listenin to yo shit today nigga", Problem "Thats why yo deal gon be for $800 dollars, lol" , Bishop Lamont "Mr I-Sneak-on-WestCoastrydaz", and Pooh "Gettin 20% of all my muthafuccin money" and every New West emcee........Not to mention my squad "Blu Division/Firin Squad" our time is now Niggaz!"

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1165333710 - January 1, 1970 By : We are back once again with the latest podcast from the increasingly popular Put Yourself Out Radio show on Swurvadio.com. The show has gathered more and more listeners over the past few weeks and as such the demand for podcasts has also increased. Today we have Episode 3 of Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E.'s "PYO Show" for exclusive download.

The show, which can be heard online at Swurvadio.com is broadcast worldwide to showcase new talent as well as material from the Put Yourself Out network.


This episode features the recent single from Tha Trapp, "Block Music," which features W.C, Eddie Kane Jr and also Coniyac formally of Snoop Dogg's Doggy's Angels.

Once again we urge you to head over to the new Dubcnn Podcast section and bookmark it for all the latest PYO Podcast episodes and many more exclusive features coming in 2007.

In related news the current Lloyd single which features Lil Wayne called "You" is receiving radio play and as such has been remixed, Shade Sheist appears on the remix and we have the track for exclusive download below.

Lloyd - You (Remix) (Feat. Lil Wayne & Shade Sheist

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1169146260 - January 1, 1970 By : Jerry Heller, the former manager of the multi-platinum rap group NWA, and the co-founder of Ruthless Records with the late revered rapper, Eric “Eazy-E” Wright, announced today that he has just signed an agreement, forming a new record label with veteran record producer Johnny J, who produced over 150 songs with Tupac Shakur, which include mega-hits like “How Do U Want It” and “Hit ‘Em Up.” Heller’s third partner in the new venture is Pablito Vasquez, who will serve as a liaison between the artistic and the business ends of the company, and heads up Streetlife Records.


Heller explained; "Our goal is to bring back economic integrity to the music business. The record industry was supposed to be a win-win situation between the artists and the labels. The way the business is structured now, however, many artists on major labels have to sell close to a million and a half units to recoup and break even. That is not what our label will be about. The music industry is supposed to be about everyone involved making money."

A master producer on the music industry’s A-list, Johnny J has created tracks on albums that have collectively sold more than one hundred million copies worldwide. His legendary production work with artists including 2Pac has made him one of the most successful record producers in terms of creating radio driven hits that stand the test of time. Johnny J who owns the production company, Klock Work Entertainment said; "Every day I am heard on the radio throughout the country, and that has been consistent throughout the years. I decided to partner with Jerry Heller, who is a major figure, responsible for the success of West Coast rap music. The fire would not have been set off without Jerry providing the business acumen."

While Johnny J with his nineteen years of recording experience, brings his spectacular production as an ingredient to the label, Heller says that Pablito Vasquez brings the street aspect to the label. "This is the label where corporate meets street," emphasizes Heller. Vasquez explained; "I will help oversee things on both the creative and the business ends, deal with contracts with Jerry, and I will work in an intercessory role at the label. This label will not be tied down to or limited to certain musical styles or genres. This is going to be way past the hoods. It is going to be about the streets, but we will release music and artists that will transcend both cultures and transcend neighborhoods. We are going to be about where we came from, but we are not just limited to a hood mentality. Our minds and our music go way beyond that."

The new entity will be called Streetlife/Klock Work Records, with the three principals being equal partners. Jerry Heller explained; "I get hit up for management and label partnerships at least a dozen times a day, this new label has the perfect combination for a partnership." Heller also says the new label will be similar in many respects to the Ruthless label, which he managed in its heyday, prior to Wright’s death. "The new label will focus on working with one album at a time, with more upcoming artists waiting in the wings. Most independent labels over-extend themselves, leading to failure. Part of the Ruthless model was having great production, a strong business vision, and a deep connection with the streets."

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1171832815 - January 1, 1970 By : "I am the streets. The streets tell me what to say and I tell y’all" – Madi B

With that in mind we decided to bring the street storyteller from Carson, California to dubcnn to let the world take note of a talented youngster. If experience truly is the best teacher, then the lessons on the lifestyles of the hood-rich and infamous are about to be revealed on the debut offering "Street G.E.D" by Madi B.



The Carson native has taken his education from the streets, the same streets that he has grown up watching the affluent urban community camouflage the mayhem which lurked in its gang riddled cult de sacs. Those same life lessons he has prepared over a soundtrack that has evolved into his debut release "Street G.E.D."

Madi B, born Mammadi Kabba, shortened his name and added the B to stand for Black to represent his respect for the richness in the culture that stems from the roots of his mother’s homeland of Sierra Leone. Madi’s imprint of being an over-achiever was established by his mother, a self made woman who was able to obtain a double masters while being a single parent of two. Madi B, as we menotioned earlier, chose to graduate from the streets. Although he avoided gang-life, Madi B couldn’t deny his desire to chase the almighty dollar, so while his mother was away at work he put in work on the streets. As fate would have it, his antics found him missing his senior year of high-school due to a conviction that landed him in jail for 10 months.

It was during this time, however, he picked up a skill from watching a friend who happened to be locked up at the same time. "My boy was always in there free styling and the more I listened to him the more I felt like I could do it too. I knew once I got out of jail I had to do something different because I knew jail wasn’t a place I ever wanted to go back to," explains Madi

Fresh from lock up, Madi B made sure to go back and get his GED and entered a competition that would change his life forever. Dedicated to his dreams, Madi B’s talent was discovered through an audition held by newly-launched Anytime Records. The company’s founders, Bobby & Monique Evans didn’t hesitate to sign him. "His talent is just undeniable," says Bobby. "He impressed us with his vocal deliver and tone. His style is unique."

Currently making public appearances on a regional high-school promo tour, Madi B can also be found climbing the charts of various record-pool and mix-show charts, with his hit single "My Money’s Long" - a track that we have for exclusive download below. With other notable tracks including Glasses Up and "Unsincerely Yours" Madi B offers a refreshing new vibe to west coast music. In an industry where perspective and identity can be easily lost, Madi B can hold his own.

Madi B - My Money's Long

In related news, Madi B has been invited to perform at the star-studded Checkwriter's NBA All-Star Party Weekend. Madi B will hit the stage today, Sunday, February 18, 2007 at the finale hosted by Lil Wayne and Young Money Entertainment. The party, which takes place at the opulent Parisian Palace in Las Vegas, NV, is the ultimate player's paradise as the playmakers convene to ball out of control for All-Star Weekend. For the latest on Madi B stay tuned to dubcnn or hit up the official Anytime Records website or MySpace page.

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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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1172760930 - January 1, 1970 By : As we reported last month XL Middleton has been putting together his latest release entitled "The Lost Tapes." The new album has just been released and is already available to buy from XL's official website Crown City Entertainment and will soon be on both CDBaby.com and TowerRecords.com.

"The Lost Tapes" includes the hugely successful singles "Wonderful Day" featuring Clinton Wayne & MP as well as "Coast Wit Me" which features Mista Mil, a track that has already received radio play all over the world from 76.1 Joint One Radio in Tokyo, to 102.7 Da Bomb in Hawaii, all the way back to California where it was played at Palm Springs' 92.7 on the Basement 24 radio show. Both of these tracks can be downloaded below.

As you might expect "The Lost Tapes" is a collection of new and unreleased songs that XL has recorded over recent years. It includes guest appearances and production from Shade Sheist, DJ 2 High of DPG Japan, and Black Daniels, who is rumored to be in talks with Universal about signing a major label deal.

XL Middleton - Wonderful Day (Feat. Clinton Wayne & MP)
XL Middleton - Coast Wit Me (Feat. Mista Mil)

For the latest on XL Middleton and to hear more from the album head over to Crown City Entertainment and remember to stay tuned to dubcnn for news and media.

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1172859727 - January 1, 1970 By : Perhaps one of the most anticipated mixtape releases in recent years is finally here and who else could bring it to you as a world premiere for exclusive Free Download than Dubcnn.com.

That's right, live and direct from Bishop Lamont and DJ Skee we are honoured to present to you the first release in the build up to Bishop Lamont's Aftermath debut album "The Reformation" due later this year. You can expect Bishop Lamont to be hard at work over the coming months recording and consolidating material for the project.

"N*gger Noize," which is in all fairness a Street Album due to its original production, has been in progress for some time now and is finally ready for its release to the world and in true Bishop Lamont style he has granted permission to us to let the fans get it for free!

On "N*gger Noize" you can hear some tracks that have been around for some time now including "Translator," "Chicks On MySpace" and "Don't Kill Me." As well as an array of new material including "Klansmen," "Last Crusade," "Hood Psalm" and "Footsteps In The Dark." Check out the full tracklist below, including some audio samples and follow the link to out exclusive "N*gger Noize" mixtape download page.

01) Intro
02) Klansmen
03) Don't Kill Me
04) Translator
05) The Truth (Feat. Stacee Adams)
06) Let's Go
07) Footsteps In The Dark
08) Fukk Kramer Radio (Interlude)
09) Super Freak
10) Bitches On MySpace
11) Last Crusade
12) First They Love You
13) KKK Hotline (Interlude)
14) N*gger
15) Hood Psalm
16) So Cold
17) HiStory

Bishop Lamont & DJ Skee - N*gger Noize (Mixtape Download)

Ensure you give out the link to the Mixtape Download Page to any and everyone that is already a fan as well as those yet to be exposed to the Carson, Califonia native - this is the build up to his eagerly anticpated debut album "The Reformation." This is brought to you on behalf of Dubcnn and DJSkee.com

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1175157893 - January 1, 1970 By : Last August we introduced you to the up and coming Cerritos, CA artist Jihad. The man, who's artist name has nothing to do with the holy war, teamed up with DJ Warrior and DJ Nutty last year for his debut mixtape entitled Death Before Dishonor," a release many of you will have seen advertised on dubcnn.

Jihad, who defeated BET's Freestyle Friday Hall of Famer and Ruff Ryder signee Jin The MC, also leaked two tracks to us from that mixtape at the time; "Crash" and a track with Eastwood, Cross & Cook called "Nigga Datz Hood." [see; Jihad Releases "Death Before Dishonor" Mixtape]

Today we are back with the news that the Rebellion Records MC was recently featured in The Source magazine's "On The Radar" section, a section that recently featured Pacific Division, to let the world know a little about him and what he is currently working on.

Jihad - On The Radar (The Source) (Magazine Scan)

In related news look out for Jihad to be doing some live shows around the L.A. area in April in preperation for his almost completed new mixtape.

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1176032187 - January 1, 1970 By : It was a little over a year ago when we first introduced you to Curtis Young aka Hood Surgeon - the son of Dr. Dre. We revealed news on his debut mixtape with So Hood Records and provided an Event Gallery and Live Footage of him on stage. [see; The Legend Continues.. Dr. Dre's Son 'Hood Surgeon]. To view the Event Gallery click here.

Since then he was been keeping relatively quiet recording new music and hustling. Today we can reveal that Hood Surgeon signed a label deal with Get Low Records late last year and has been working on his debut album "Son Of A Doctor" alongside JT Bigga Figga.

The announcement comes now as JT Bigga Figga and Snoop Dogg unveil Mandatory Business, a distribution network designed to provide young independent labels and artists a jump start to getting material released and in stores.

With production on "Son of A Doctor" well underway he is also finishing up a joint album with JT Bigga Figga entitled "Compton 2 Fillmoe." According to JT, "Hood Surgeon will prove to the world this year that he is to be watched for with production skills and microphone tactics that have the whole west coast buzzing about the son of Dr. Dre. With two projects set to drop on the same day Hood Surgeon will force the world to pay attention."

The album, which according to JT "is being released entirely independently with no help from his father Dr. Dre" but under the guidance of himself and Snoop Dogg, will be the first release distributed through the newly formed Mandatory Business imprint. Stay tuned to dubcnn for more news and of course audio.

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1178357288 - January 1, 1970 By : Creating a strong buzz on the street and holding it down for the West Coast with his hardhitting street anthems and smooth swagger flows, H.I.T has become an undeniable force reaking havoc on the rap game with his versatile style and sharp delivery that seem to come natural to the Long Beach Native.

Bringing a new flavor to West Coast music is H.I.T's new single "She's Choosin" produced by one of swedens hottest young producers StrongWill Music.

The track is off the Street Album "Born Supremacy" dropping Summer 2007 on H.I.T.'s label Soul Hood Entertainment, LLC / HighHouse Productions.

Also hailing as 1/3 of the group Fly Society with Pro skater & icon Terry "T.K" Kennedy and Curren$y, the newest member of Cash Money, H.I.T is proving that his range is strong and steady in the world of music making him the "Born Supremacy".

To hear more of H.I.T's music, visit his myspace page at www.myspace.com/hitsmusicpage and if you're looking for fresh beats hit up StrongWill at www.myspace.com/strongwillmusic.

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1178655678 - January 1, 1970 By : Compton, Los Angeles has been the breeding ground of some of the most talented artists in Hip-Hop. One emerging youngster is hoping to join that list of greats with his catalogue of music ready to drop. Eternal has drawn influence from some of his neighborhood heroes, (DJ) Quik, Eazy-E and Mausberg.

Rhyming since age eleven has given Eternal plenty of time to perfect his craft and record material. His first break came when Mil2Mil Records, which had been formed by producer G-L, invited him down to the studio to record some tracks in 2004.

By then he was 18 and quickly adjusted himself to the reality that he could forge a career in the industry. Later that year Eternal met now labelmates Solids and Syko D and they formed the 310 Menaces.

The following year saw the recording of the 310 Menaces compilation and from there the work on all three artists as individuals. With an already impressive catalogue of recorded material Eternal is ready to take steps to let the world here is music. With one solo album already released and another on the way you can expect to hear more from Eternal over the next 12 months.

We have six tracks available for download by Eternal, four from the "Best of Ten" compilation album and two from his debut album "Worlds Apart" release.

"The Best Of Ten" Audio
Eternal - Innie Minnie
Eternal - Keep Tryin'
Eternal - Game Never Over
Eternal - Times Up

"World Apart"
Eternal - Holding The Crown
Eternal - Worlds Apart

In related news there is a new group album coming from Eternal and Octane entitled "Natural Disasters" later this month as well as Eternal's new album "Can't Explain It" in July. We will keep you updated on these new releases over the coming weeks. In the meantime head over to the Mil2Mil Records Official Site.

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1180467381 - January 1, 1970 By : The Dangerous Crew Movement is still in full effect and by all accounts, only growing. The response to all our Dangerous Crew features continues to surpass all expectations and the unprecendeted interest has only fueled the desire to keep moving forward with the interviews.

Features with Shorty B (Part 1 & Part 2), Pee Wee, Sean G and more recently Krushadelic have seen masses of Dangerous Crew fans re-emerge as well as many readers and members of our community take the time to learn about the Dangerous Crew when before they were unaware.

With this in mind we recently took the opportunity to hook up with "The Beat Fixer," DJ Pizo. In Part 1 of this World Exclusive we sit down with DJ Pizo and talk about being one of the first DJ’s on the west coast, find out how he hooked up with Too $hort, get the lowdown on how the Dangerous Crew was formed, find out his involvement on a host of releases and even learn how he got down with Tony Toni Tone.

Exclusive Interview With DJ Pizo (May 2007)

Enjoy this latest feature and stay tuned for Part 2. In the meantime please show your support by dropping in at our forum to relay your feedback to the community.

Rud

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1180894256 - January 1, 1970 By : Today we are back with another interview as part of the ever growing Dangerous Crew Movement series prompted by our forum community.

Last week we released the latest feature, an interview with DJ Pizo, to follow on from features with Shorty B (Part 1 & Part 2), Pee Wee and Sean G. Once again the response of both Dubcnn readers and members of our community has been incredible. Today we return with Part 2 of our exclusive interview with original Hyphy pioneer and Dangerous Crew member Krushadelic.

The follow up to Part 1 sees us discuss how he got involved with Too $hort, working with Goldy and the Dangerous Crew as well as getting the lowdown on his production on an array of releases. We also get the word on what he is working on currently in terms of new releases in this world exclusive interview.

Exclusive Interview With Krushadelic (Part II) (May 2007)

Enjoy this latest feature and stay tuned for more interviews from our Dangerous Crew series. In the meantime please show your support by dropping in at our forum to relay your feedback to the community.

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1181207153 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn recently sat down with the members of ATL.A, Malachai (of the Dungeon Family) out of Atlanta, and James Wade a.k.a J-Dub out of L.A. to discuss their project that fuses the mentalities of not just two separate regions, but of two separate cultural backgrounds.

As part of our Dangerous Crew interview features we have linked up with both Malachai & J-Dub to talk about the concepts of ATL.A, how they came together and what we can expect from ATL.A


This is the same group who provided the Dangerous Crew movement with the video snippet of Shorty B at the Tupac video shoot; to check that hit up our official Dangerous Crew MySpace page.

In this world exclusive we also discuss the fans responses to Tupac's legacy being “destroyed” by all the south interventions as well as getting the lowdown on the South's current involvement in mainstream Hip-Hop as a whole. You won’t want to miss this discussion and another exclusive interview as part of our Dangerous Crew features.

Exclusive Interview With ATL.A (June 2007)

For those of you that want to hear what material the duo have been working on for the ATL.A project we also have an exclusive track for download entitled "It's A Pleasure" which features the duo showcasing their abilities through thought provoking lyrics and melodic flows.

ATL.A (Malachai & J-Dub) - It's A Pleasure

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and audio from ATL.A as well as more Dangerous Crew features to follow the list of interviews so far which include; Shorty B (Part 1 & Part 2), Pee Wee, Sean G, DJ Pizo and Krushadelic (Part 1 & Part 2).

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1185778780 - January 1, 1970 By : We have some news from the PutYourself Out camp that is sure to interest our readers over in Japan. Just over two years ago Shade Sheist toured all over Japan with Big-Boy and E-Man, selling out every venue in every major city.

On August 10 & 11, 2007; Shade Sheist will be back on Japanese soil this time alongside N.U.N.E. courtesy of Mauve-Asia. The tour celebrates the recent release of the pairs last solo albums over there, last years "Before The Waiting Before The Hating" from Shade Shiest and the debut from N.U.N.E. entitled "Nunetime."

The full flyer for the shows can be seen by clicking here. Mauve-Asia is also offering clubs across the country to take up the chance to extend the tour and benefit from reduced costs as well as the chance to raise brand awareness across Asia and Australasia. For more details head over to Mauve-Asia and make sure you check out the official Put Yourself Out website.

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1186128380 - January 1, 1970 By : At the turn of the year we announced the various projects that DJ Muggs was set to unveil in 2007, one of which was a collaboration album with Psycho Realm/Sick Symphonies own Sick Jacken. The hype for the release was instantaneous and in June we released the first single from the release entitled "Mask And The Assassin" featuring Cynic. [see; Muggs, Jacken Unveil The Legend Of The Mask & The Assassin. We just received the official press release that announces the official release date of DJ Muggs VS Sick Jacken "The Legend of The Mask & The Assassin" as Tuesday, September 11 through Rebel Music Group/Universal Music Latino.

Even though underground hip-hop’s most anticipated collaboration is more than a month away, fans everywhere can get their first taste of the album immediately. The album’s first two singles, "The Mask & The Assasin" and "El Barrio" are available online at iTunes and all digital stores now. "The Mask & The Assasin" can also be downloaded on Dubcnn below once again.

For months the buzz has been growing exponentially for the release of the collaboration album between the founder and musical mastermind of Cypress Hill and the voice of underground hip-hop’s most menacing group Psycho Realm. DJ Muggs and Sick Jacken have already begun to wage an urban assault in the West Coast with three secret shows in Los Angeles over the last week previewing the new album. Now the rest of the world gets to officially hear the singles that are already impacting urban radio and online portals with the e-single releases online.

These two singles include "The Mask & The Assasin" a vivid tale that lyrically parallels the history that led to the inevitable collaboration between two of hip-hop’s most dominant forces and "El Barrio" the Spanish-language single that is sure to become an anthem for Latino neighborhoods throughout the world. Both songs also feature the lyrical participation of Cynic from Street Platoon. Music videos for these two songs are currently being developed and will be seen at national music video outlets at the end of August.

DJ Muggs Vs Sick Jacken - The Mask & The Assasin (Feat. Cynic)

The digital launch is the first of various important events that will accompany the launch of the first release from Rebel Music Group/Universal Music Latino including various performances throughout the West Coast, appearances on important television programming, in-store autograph signings and visits to key urban music radio programs. An international tour will also follow in the fall. Stay tuned to the latest news and audio right here on Dubcnn, perhaps even a "Summer Of Heat" feature interview! Until then, mark your calenders with Tuesday, September 11 2007.

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1186579768 - January 1, 1970 By : Tangled Thoughts have been putting in major work lately, not taking any break after dropping their debut album "Philly 2 Cali". The trio consisting of Tek Nizzle, Young De & Cas dropped a street video called "Tha People" on dubcnn a few days ago, and as announced, we have an entire new mixtape by the Thoughts called "Every Hood's The Same" for download right here on dubcnn.

The mixtape features a mix of original and covered production, including the joints by Da Bidness, "Tha Struggle" ft. Bad Azz and "Audio Hustle" ft. B-Real which we dropped on dubcnn throughout the past months.

To download "Every Hood's The Same" mixtape, click below:

Dubcnn Presents: Tangled Thoughts - Every Hood's The Same (Mixtape)

Check out the tracklisting below, and click on the highlighted preview tracks to listen:

01) On Tha Lookout (Produced By Tek Nizzle & K.O.) (From Tha Upcoming
"Nov & Nizzle: Tha Thought Bros." LP)
02) T.H.O. Forever
03) Once Again
04) 5 AM (Freestyle)
05) Tha People (UnOfficial Remix)
06) Philly 2 Fillmoe (Feat. JT Tha Bigga Figga)
07) Boss' Life (Freestyle)
08) 2 Tha World (Freestyle)
09) Knockin' Doors Down (UnOfficial Remix)
10) Anutha Night In L.A. (Feat. Kurupt)
11) Jus Dippin' Freestyle (Feat. Baby Down)
12) Tha Dream (Freestyle) (Prod. By Sity)
13) Audio Hustle - Young De (Feat. B Real) (Prod. By B Real)
14) Take A Ride - Jayo Felony, Tek Nizzle, Baby Down & 40 Glocc
15) Tha Struggle (Feat. Bad Azz)

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1189267751 - January 1, 1970 By : Those who are part of our Forum Community as well as listeners to the PYO Radio show on Swurv Radio will already be aware of the recent alignment of the Put Yourself Out and Aftermath Records camps.

The new union has seen the release of a track featuring PYO's Shade Sheist and N.U.N.E. alongside Aftermath's Bishop Lamont and Stat Quo. The track, entitled "Lights Out" is being hailed as another street single building towards Bishop Lamont's highly anticipated debut album, "The Reformation," which as we reported last week is being readied for an early 2008 release.

Although streaming rips and DJ copies have been leaking out across outlets online, today we have the official release of that track courtesy of the people at PYO Entertainment. "Lights Out," which is produced by another Aftermath representer; Focus, can be downloaded below.

Bishop Lamont - Lights Out (Feat. Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E. & Stat Quo) (Produced By Focus)

On the back of this new found affiliation the Put Yourself Out team recorded the most recent editon of their acclaimed video series From Yo Hood with Bishop Lamont. The feature, which is titled "Westcoast Reunion" features Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E., Bishop Lamont, Noni Spitz, Prime, Diverse and also Damizza - who, those of you who read yesterdays PYO In Japan update will know, recently met up with Shade Sheist and put to rest prior issues.

See the whole group together relaxing and having fun as well as some later studio footage using the download link below. We will keep you updated on the Put Yourself Out and Aftermath Records camps latest moves as well as providing any subsequent media.

Put Yourself Out Present: From Yo Hood - Westcoast Reunion Footage (Video - MPG)

For those who missed yesterdays PYO In Japan update check out the Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E. On Tour In Japan Event Gallery with exclusive photos.

Eddie Gurrola

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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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1195854182 - January 1, 1970 By : It seems like we can't go more than a couple days before more good news comes from Meech Wells! The multi-talented producer just released his crazy street album "The New West World Order" exclusively on Dubcnn, and ever since then the updates have been flooding in. Here's some big news for today: Meech will be majorly featured in January's Ozone Magazine! Congratulations Meech! Stop by our forums to give him props!

Meech and Eastwood will also stop by San Diego's hip-hop station Z90 next week, and they have invited Dubcnn to the show with them. We'll keep you updated throughout next week on that.

Today, we're here to drop off the properly mastered version of "West Really" that has been sent out to radio outlets. After we exclusively premiered the track back in July, the song has picked up major momentum not just on Dubcnn, but around the country. The song has recently been added to the playlist of Shade 45's Lord Sear and DJ Tat Money's "The City" shows on XM Satellite Radio. Grab a copy for yourself below:

Eastwood - West Really? (featuring The Game & Jay Rock) [Produced by Meech Wells & Skwirm]

Make sure to add Meech Wells as your friend on Myspace. If you haven't downloaded your free copy of "The New West World Order" yet, we suggest you jump on that opportunity right now. The project features Eastwood, E-White, Young Joker, The Game, Jay Rock, Glasses Malone, Bad Azz, Topic, and many others. Use the link below to get it.

Meech Wells Presents The New West World Order [Special Edition] [Free Download]

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Meech Wells!

Eddie Gurrola

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1196237393 - January 1, 1970 By : Twelve years after his death at the age of 31, the music world continues to celebrate N.W.A's hardcore rap pioneer Eazy-E. On December 4, Capitol/Priority will release Featuring... Eazy-E, a new 16-track collection of his best collaborations and rare solo recordings.

The compilation includes four previously out of print tracks, which are exclusively available on this release, and collaborations with his N.W.A co-conspirators Ice Cube, MC Ren and Dr. Dre, as well as with Mack 10, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and others.

Featuring... Eazy E
1. Luv 4 Dem Gangsta'z* Beverly Hill Cop III soundtrack
2. 2 Hard Muthas w/MC Ren
3. Trust No Bitch* w/Penthouse Player's Clique, DJ Quik & AMG
4. L.A. Is The Place w/Ron-De-Vu
5. Findum, F**kum & Flee w/N.W.A
6. Get Yo Ride On w/Mack 10 and M.C. Eiht
7. Black Nigga Killa Ruthless Records Tenth Anniversary compilation
8. We Want Eazy (12" remix)* Eazy-Duz-It
9. Foe Tha Love Of $ w/Bone Thugs-N-Harmony
10. I'd Rather F*** You N.W.A
11. 24 Hrs To Live Ruthless Records Tenth Anniversary compilation
12. Boyz In Tha Hood (G Mix) w/ Dr. Dre It's On (Dr. Dre) 187um Killa
13. Fat Girl w/Ron-De-Vu
14. Automobile w/N.W.A
15. P.S. Phuk U 2* w/Penthouse Player's Clique & DJ Quik
16. Ruthless Villain w/MC Ren

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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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1198266772 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn had the opportunity to speak to Shante Broadus, the wife of Hip-Hop superstar Snoop Dogg. She's been rather low profile so far, but with Snoop's new reality show "Snoop Dogg's Fatherhood" which started airing on E! channel recently, and her company Boss Lady Entertainment, she's ready to show the world what she's all about.

In this interview she speaks to dubcnn about the reality show, her personal musical taste, what she thinks of her husband's music, the pro's and con's of celebrity life, her projects with Boss Lady Ent and The Lady of Rage, and more.

Check it all out by clicking below:

Exclusive Interview With Shante Broadus (December '07)

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1199669990 - January 1, 1970 By : Long Beach representatives Butch Cassidy & Pr1me have teamed up for the official remix of "Swagger," the single from Butch's long-awaited "Playa Life" album. You're getting the world premiere of this song today exclusively on Dubcnn, so be sure to check it out below!

Butch Cassidy - Swagger (Remix) [featuring Pr1me]

We also have a clip of Butch & Pr1me filming an impromtu video for "Chillin On The West Coast," another song off "Playa Life." The video was shot during an appearance on U92.7's "The Basement," where Butch and Pr1me discussed working together in addition to many other topics. DJ Warrior also jumps in on the conversation, so be on the look out for him as well! Check it out below.

Butch Cassidy, Pr1me, & DJ Warrior on "The Basement" [Downloadable Video]

[Youtube Link Here]

Make sure to add Butch Cassidy, Pr1me, and DJ Warrior as your friends on Myspace. Butch is still hard at work putting the finishing touches on "Playa Life." He recently filmed a segment for Snoop Dogg's new E! reality show "Fatherhood," and he's gearing up to drop his first official mixtape as well.

Pr1me is also getting ready for an eventful year. His debut street album "The Transformation: Perception is Deception" will be presented by TakeOff Productions, hosted by DJ Warrior, and mixed by September 7th. It features original production from Daz, Dae One, Focus and many others! Be on the look out for more news on "The Transformation" very soon on Dubcnn.

The entire Dubcnn staff would also like to wish Pr1me a very happy birthday today! Here's to a great 2008!

Eddie Gurrola

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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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1202234096 - January 1, 1970 By : A lot has happened since we last updated you on Vancity's C-Infamous and Chronico Music Group. While 2006 and 2007 saw C transcend musical boundaries by remixing singles for international pop chart-topping princesses Jolin Tsai & Avril Lavigne, Infamous and his Chronico crew started 2008 off with a bang by returning to their original form. Chronico artist affiliates Famas and Phixx Cravin recently opened up for Fabolous in Vancouver.

Also in attendance for the show were Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E., and Canadian old-schooler Maestro Fresh Wes. While they were in Vancouver, Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E. linked up with C-Infamous and hit the studio. Shade has it all on YouTube for you to check out. As you can see and hear from the videos below, they're cooking up some heat!

Shade Shiest, N.U.N.E., and C-infamous In the studio 1

Shade Shiest, N.U.N.E., and C-infamous In the studio 2

The tracks from the PYO/Chronico sessions are being worked on; and word is a couple of them will even appear on Shade & N.U.N.E.'s upcoming "Movin' Units" album. In the meantime, we have some C-Infamous productions for you to check out. First is C-Infamous' Relit of Shade N.U.N.E.'s "Baby We Can Do It"

Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E. - Baby We Can Do It (Relit)


We also have an unreleased gem that C-Infamous recorded with G-Hoodfellas' Tiny Kurupt & TC along with Bizzle from YA

Tiny Kurupt ft. TC & Bizzle (of YA) - G-Hood Ryda Gang (produced by C-Infamous)

2008 is already looking to be a brighter year for C-Infamous and Chronico Music Group, and as awlays, Dubcnn will be sure to keep you up to speed with their happenings. Visit C-Infamous on myspace here.


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1204147333 - January 1, 1970 By : Superstar entertainer and hip hop icon Snoop Dogg readies for his highly anticipated album "Ego Trippin'" releasing on March 11th through Doggystyle/Geffen. Early buzz from industry insiders hint at a new sound that only an artist like Snoop could pull off - including collaborations with legendary producer Teddy Riley and artist Whitey Ford who bring out different sides of the veteran rapper. These unexpected pairings sparked creativity and magic in the studio which translated into an amazingly diverse and innovative album.

Tha Boss Dogg titled the album "Ego Trippin'" because this time around, he is doing just that. After 16 years in the game, Snoop consistently proves himself as not only an entertainer, but a pioneer in hip hop. On Snoop's ninth studio offering, the West Coast rapper is taking chances no other rap artist could pull off, and showing fans a new side we have never seen before. "Ego Trippin'" showcases groundbreaking material and if the first single is any indication - fans will embrace the new sounds. Snoop says, "I named the album Ego Trippin' because after staying relevant for 16 years, I can afford to take chances and have some fun. I always made music to win in my neighborhood but after all these years I needed to do something bigger - I had to get out of my usual gangster zone without losing who I am, this time around I am going to win worldwide."

'Throughout the album, Snoop takes listeners on a musical journey - from funk to eighties vibes to even country music. Forever a fan of Teddy Riley, Snoop was excited to be able to collaborate with the musical genius on this album. Throughout the recording process, they had such great chemistry in the studio that QDT Muzic was birthed - an entity comprised of DJ Quik, Snoop and Teddy that is responsible for overseeing the entire album. Snoop came up with the song concepts, Teddy added his touches to the production and Quik mastered the album. Ego Trippin' marks the first time since "Doggystyle," Snoop's first album, that one individual mastered the entire package - adding a continuity to the sounds that play more like a movie instead of a music recording.

Thematically on Ego Trippin', Snoop is paying tribute to those who inspired him over the years. The musically rich song "Cool" is an interpolation of the classic song originally recorded by The Time. On it, Snoop sings more than raps and the results are phenomenal. It is a song made to dance to and will transport listeners to the eighties with one listen. Another surprise song is entitled "Johnny Cash" and was written and produced by Whitey Ford. The song is a country love ballad and is unlike anything anyone has ever heard from a hip hop superstar. One of Snoop's album favorites is "Say Goodbye," featuring R&B great Charlie Wilson of The Gap Band. Snoop says, "This song makes me want to cry every time I hear it. It is a reflection of my life and how I have grown as not only an artist but also a man - it is about me staying true to where I came from while having to accept where I am in my life today, it's deep."

JustinL

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1205331845 - January 1, 1970 By : Those of you on our Email Alert list will already be aware that today is the day that Shade Sheist is releasing the first ever "WorldTape." The latest release from the head of PutYourselfOut has been months in waiting and features Shade Sheist's greatest features as well as brand new music.

The new concept is the launch-pad for more planned "WorldTape's" dedicated to countries all over the world! This first project is the United States version and is entitled "Out of Sight Out of Mind" - the covers to which can be seen in full by clicking the images above or using the link below.

"Out of Sight Out of Mind" is now available today for Free Download via the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network.

The project, which can be downloaded via the link below, includes artists and producers such as Keyshia Cole, Nate Dogg, Lil Kim, Missy Elliot, T-Pain, Eddie Kane Jr, LeMarvin, Damizza, Bishop Lamont, Stat Quo, Focus, Cadillac Tah, Krayzie Bone, Jayo Felony, Knoc-Turn'Al, N.U.N.E., Nitty Black, Roscoe, Tri-Star, Ne-Yo, Bigg Steele, Teddy Riley, BlackStreet, Mariah Carey, Irv Gotti and Dr. Dre.

Using the link below you can view the full covers, tracklist and even sample three tracks - Glam Lyfe featuring LeMarvin, Roll The Block with Jayo Felony & Knoc-Turn'Al and Imagination with Dr. Dre & N.U.N.E - before you even download the free project!

Dubcnn & PYO Present - Shade Sheist - Out of Sight Out of Mind: USA Edition

Enjoy the new music and take some time to drop feeback on our forums as well as paying a visit to PutYourselfOut and SwurvRadio, the home of the "PYO Radio Show" - where tonight from 6PM PST you can hear the release in full! Lookout for Ringtones from this project coming very soon also!

Rud

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1207985730 - January 1, 1970 By : Exactly one month ago we released Shade Sheist's first "WorldTape" via the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network.

"Out of Sight Out of Mind" was the first release of the year for the PutYourselfOut imprint and features Shade Sheist's greatest features as well as brand new music.

The new "WorldTape" concept is designed to release a mixtape within the series for as many major countries as possible.

The first project, the USA Edition, which can be downloaded via the link below, includes artists and producers such as Keyshia Cole, Nate Dogg, Lil Kim, Missy Elliot, T-Pain, Eddie Kane Jr, LeMarvin, Damizza, Bishop Lamont, Stat Quo, Focus, Cadillac Tah, Krayzie Bone, Jayo Felony, Knoc-Turn'Al, N.U.N.E., Nitty Black, Roscoe, Tri-Star, Ne-Yo, Bigg Steele, Teddy Riley, BlackStreet, Mariah Carey, Irv Gotti and Dr. Dre.

Dubcnn & PYO Present - Shade Sheist - Out of Sight Out of Mind: USA Edition.

Today we are back with an exclusive contest in conjunction with Shade Sheist and PYO. There are three prize places in this contest with the 1st prize winner receiving an Autographed 'Custom' Copy of "Out of Sight Out of Mind - USA Edition" featuring a special intro recorded by Shade Sheist shouting out his or her name.

To see the full prize list, terms and conditions and to enter follow the link below to the contest pages. The contest closes on Wednesday 30th April. Winners will be notified via email shortly after.

Dubcnn Presents: "Out Of Sight Out Of Mind" Giveaway

In related news we were recently informed that the second installment in the "Worldtape" series will be the Canadian edition which will "co-star" Techniec and is due out before "Movin Units" which is scheduled for the summer. We also have a new track "I Wanna Cut" from Eddie Kane Jr. that will feature on the upcoming "GTA4: We Ain't Done!" mixtape - check that below.

Eddie Kane Jr. - I Wanna Cut

Enjoy the new music, drop your feedback on our forums and don't forget to enter the contest before it closes on April 30.

Rud

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1212688109 - January 1, 1970 By : Moreno Valley recording artist Stage is gearing up to release his latest mixtape "The New Face 4 the I.E." with DJ Ill Will, DJ Raze One, & Hoodrat Miguel from Power 106. We've got the street single from the project for you to check out today. This one is a club banger called "Spin My Sh*t," featuring Glasses Malone. Check it out below.

Stage - Spin My Sh*t (ft. Glasses Malone) [Prod. by Meetro]

We've now got an exclusive record from the tape as well!

This one is called "Around The World" featuring Eric Tucker.

Stage - Around The World (ft. Eric Tucker) [Prod. by Meetro]

Make sure to add Stage as your friend on Myspace.

Look out for the free download drop of "The New Face 4 The I.E." mixtape on June 10th right here on Dubcnn!

Eddie Gurrola

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1213426875 - January 1, 1970 By : PutYourSelfOut's Shade Sheist has had a busy start to 2008 with the release of his acclaimed Worldtape as well as working on a variety of independent projects.

Shade also takes time to look out for new talent and The Conference is the latest signing to PYO - a group consisting of Brizz and Maverick. This duo hail from the East but are very much on their Westcoast sh*t! We have their debut PYO mixtape for free download below and it features the duo showcasing their talent alongside guest appearances from Eddie Kane Jr., Nune & Shade Sheist.

The Conference - The Conference (Free Mixtape Download)

In related news Shade Sheist was recently in Boston, MA working with his Eastcoast family on a new project. He is also in the middle of executive producing a compilation to be released in Sweden, then internationally, titled "The International Takeover."

Shade is also collaborating with Swedish Super-Producer Demyo and have recorded three records for the project with my camp - including Techniec Once of the tracks was leaked in the Dubcc Forums however expect to hear all three joints soon.

The Shade Sheist and N.U.N.E. long awaited album "Movin Units" is about to go into mastering when Shade returns to Canada to get wit C-Infamous - he is also currently finalising the second edition of the Worldtape; "Out of Sight Out of Mind: Canada Edition" co-starring Techniec.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest but also take a trip to Shade Sheist's MySpace where you can see the recent track play milestones and also enter to win 4 pairs of Air Jordan XXIII sneakers in the next 4 months.

Rud

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1214175165 - January 1, 1970 By : In this week's Weekend Audio update we reintroduced you to Tangled Thoughts producer/rapper Tekneek aka Tekneek with his new joint "Neighborhood Celeb", and due to the positive feedback we're back with another exclusive track for ya'll to vibe to.

Tek is currently grinding on the solo tip and jumped on some of the Dogg Pound's classic instrumentals dropping freestyle bars. Beats include "Doggy Dogg World", "Deez Nutz", and "Respect". This right here undermines Tek's MC'ing abilitys, so don't mistake him for a producer only, the boy got bars!

Check out the "Down With Tha Pound" freestyle below:

Tekneek - Down With Tha Pound (Freestyle)

Enjoy!

Nima

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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

Nima

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1217610000 - January 1, 1970 By : It's two years since we first introduced you to the incredible talent that is Termanology when we caught up with him for an interview in 2006. Since then we have release more tracks than we can remember - fortunately you can refresh your own memories by checking our Termanology Archive and grabbing all previous tracks.

We told you back in April that the Massachusetts-bred; New York-based rapper was looking to release his debut album "Politics As Usual" this fall. True to his word, one of this year's most anticipated albums, will finally drop on September 30th, 2008.

As you'd expect Termanology's debut merges the best of both worlds for all Hip-Hop fans, as its meshes classic boom-bap production from a virtual who's who list of production royalty; DJ Premier, Hi-Tek, Pete Rock, The Alchemist, Havoc, Buckwild, Nottz and Large Professor.

The hard work and constant grinding looks set to have paid off for the ever present Termanology who has utilised all the praise and hype to deliver his debut album release which will not disappoint his fans. Just recently the album's buzz single was release - which we have for download below - entitled "How We Rock" a collaboration with Bun B and of course DJ Premier on production. When recently asked how the collaboration came about, Term stated "Around the time when I released 'Watch How It Go Down,' Bun B reached out to Premier and expressed interest in working with me. I ended up hangin with Bun at his birthday party in Houston and me preem & bun cooked up this track for my album - 'How We Rock.' We're shooting a video shortly, look for it!"

Below is the full album tracklist, previous tracks we've released that have shown up on the LP as well as the new cut mentioned above.

01) Its Time (Produced by Easy Mo Bee)
02) Watch How It Go Down (Produced by DJ Premier)
03) Respect My Walk (Produced by Buckwild)
04) Hood Shit (Feat. Prodigy of Mobb Deep) (Produced by The Alchemist)
05) Float (Produced by Nottz)
06) Please Don't Go (Produced by Nottz)
07) How We Rock (Feat. Bun B of UGK) (Produced by DJ Premier)
08) Drugs Crime & Gorillaz (Feat. Sheek Louch & Freeway) (Produced by Nottz)
09) In The Streets (Feat. Lil Fame of M.O.P.) (produced by Hi-Tek)
10) So Amazing (Produced by DJ Premier)
11) Sorry I Lied (Produced by Large Professor)
12) We Killin Ourselves (Produced by Pete Rock)
13) The Chosen (Resurrecting The Game) (Produced by Havoc)

Ensure you support Termanology on September 30th, 2008 when "Politics As Usual" - which is being released through a joint venture between Term's own ST Records and Indy powerhouse Nature Sounds - hits stores. Until then enjoy the new music and look out for Term dropping back onto Dubcnn for an interview soon.

Rud

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1219446406 - January 1, 1970 By : As we all know, there's basically two ways to remix a song: Either rappers can jump on a song, or a producer can take an acapella and put a new beat to the song. But it's not too often that we get both. But Shade Shiest and C Infamous have taken time out of their busy schedules to add new fire to Mariah Carey's "Lovin You Long Time". As far as remixes go, we're getting the best of both worlds on this one. C-Infamous created new music for the song, while Shade layed down a couple verses. This isn't the first time Shade has been on a track with Mariah, he was also featured on the Japanese release of Charmbracelet. Check out the song below:


Mariah Carey feat. Shade Shiest "Lovin You Long Time" (C Infamous ReLit)


The song is already getting radio play in Vancouver, and should be appearing on LA radio stations soon. Make sure to check out C Infamous & Shade Sheist on myspace. And stay tuned to hear more music from both of them.

Adon

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1220416421 - January 1, 1970 By : "You say you want a revolution, well, you know we all want to change the world."

The colossal DJ Revolution -- one of the most influential figures in music today -- is stepping from behind his two turntables to the microphone to share some of his insightful knowledge with the world. Part one of this two-part interview will revolutionize your appreciation for the all-too-often underestimated skill of a DJ, as he speaks candidly on the magnitude of a spin artist, the evolution of hip-hop and the success of The Wake Up Show.

As he explains to Dubcnn, DJ Revolution is “on a mission to re-establish the broken connection between MC and DJ,” and dropping his album King of The Decks (Duck Down Records) on September 16th. This album features everyone from KRS-One, Bumpy Knuckles, Dilated Peoples, Crooked I, Bishop Lamont, Strong Arm Stead and Planet Asia to NYC’s DJ Spinbad, DJ Qbert , DJ San Fran and many more illustrious appearances from all over the world.

This Revolution will not be televised, but is being broadcasted from the west coast to the ends of the earth, as this world-famous DJ has taken his turntables to the streets, playing in the mix of heavy traffic crossing Dubcnn Blvd. and saturating neighborhoods far and wide, leaving sucker MC’s scratching their heads as people everywhere are joining the Revolution! You must learn!

"Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." – Ralph Waldo Emerson

DJ Revolution Exclusive Interview (Part One)

As always, hit me up on MySpace or email me at haywire@dubcnn.com...and be sure to leave feedback on our forums!

JonathanHay

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1223121478 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back on this Saturday morning with a world premiere off the upcoming Dogg Pound album "100 Wayz", which is set for an early 2009 release. Those of you who picked up Daz Dillinger's latest solo "Only On Tha Left Side" heard a song on there called "I'm From The Hood" with Swizz Beatz.

They went back in the lab for the Dogg Pound album and put together another one of Daz' infamous G-Mixes to the track, now called "Attitude Problem", and in addition to Kurupt jumping on the track, Philly's own Cassidy also joins the DPG with a new verse.

Go ahead and check out "Attitude Problem" below:

Tha Dogg Pound - Attitude Problem (G-Mixx) (ft. Cassidy & Swizz Beatz)

Enjoy the track and keep your eyes open for "100 Wayz" coming soon!

Nima

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1223927589 - January 1, 1970 By : At the end of last month we unleashed some new funky music from Kokane and Meech Wells with the exclusive download of a brand new track entitled Dr. Kokanstein: Come Funk With Me.

The track heralded the arrival of some fresh new funk from these two and as Kokane told Dubcnn; "This is the funkiest sh-t you ever heard since Parliament-Funkadelic… you feel me? Everybody has [been] trying to emulate the sound, but we were born into it."


Today we have another new track from the duo, another Kokane solo cut over a Meech Wells production. "Hoodstar" is set to appear on the next installment of "The New West World Order" - Volume 4 in the set of street albums from Meech Wells and the In A Zone Production camp.

The track, which can be downloaded or streamed via the link below is sure to leave fans satisfied and also curious about the direction of "The New West World Order: Volume 4" that is set to be available in December.

Kokane - Hoodstar (Produced By Meech Wells)

Enjoy the new music and stay tuned to Dubcnn for more over the coming months, in the meantime leave your feedback on our forums and check out Kokane and Meech Wells on MySpace.

Rud

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1224036242 - January 1, 1970 By : Little did we know what we were in store for on this sunny southern California day in Orange county when we caught up with Ca$his for a quick minute. While talking a little about his new album and upcoming tours, Ca$his mentioned his man, Epademik, telling us about their song "Mr. Know It All" which was just added to Shade 45 (Eminem's Sirius Satellite radio station).

With that being said, we dug a little deeper into the existence of this crazy emcee named Epademik – because after all, if Ca$his co-signs for him, then he's must be doing something right!

So we hit up Epademik and found that the conviction he portrayed was raw emotion with a purpose – reminding us of a time ten years back when a white emcee from Detroit took the world by storm with his raw lyrical skill -- never biting his tongue on any topic.

Could Epademik be the next one to carry that torch? You decide for yourself. Epademik gave Dubcnn the exclusive to his first single "Aired Out" - Download it below. You also should check out his hilarious Dubcnn Shoutout -- it's unlike any other you’ve heard!

Exclusive Epademik Interview

Epademik - Aired Out (Audio)


As always, hit me up on MySpace or email me at haywire@dubcnn.com with your fresh ideas, thoughts, tips and stories and be sure to leave your feedback in our forums!

JonathanHay

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1224960025 - January 1, 1970 By : Nacional Records is proud to announce that percussion phenom Eric Bobo (of Cypress Hill) will release his debut album 'Meeting of the Minds' on November 18th. 'Meeting of the Minds' brings together many of Bobo's friends and creative collaborators from across his life, including B-Real, Sick Jacken, Ill Bill, Mellow Man Ace and Eric's father, the latin Jazz legend Willie Bobo.

The album follows Bobo's wide range of influences - as a Puerto Rican whose childhood was spent surrounded by jazz revolutionaries to his days immersing himself in the underground hip hop scenes and touring the world stages with the Beastie Boys and Cypress Hill.

Throughout his career, Bobo has been known for recording and performing with a large variety of leading artists including The Black Crowes, 311, Gnarls Barkley, Rage Against The Machine, Smashing Pumpkins, Soulfly, Ella Fitzgerald, Fort Minor (feat. Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park) and Psycho Realm. "I'm very chameleon-like," Bobo explains. "I feel comfortable playing in a lot of different settings. I can do a hip-hop album but also play with The Black Crowes on something very rootsy. Or I can play with Soulfly, a heavy metal group. To do all these things, it has really opened me up musically."

In August 2005, Bobo entered the studio in Tucson, Arizona to record his debut album, 'Meeting of the Minds'. The album is an eclectic collection of songs that represent what Eric Bobo is all about. "I am really excited to be able to make an album that has songs with artists from Ill Bill, one of most dope MCs in underground hip hop, to Toy Selectah, whose group Control Machete were influenced by Cypress. That was the concept of 'Meeting of the Minds', to put all these different worlds together. Making some of the most oddball combinations and seeing what comes out."

Dubcnn has the pleasure of bringing you an exclusive track off the album for your listening pleasure. Check out "The Good, Bad & Ugly", featuring The Hoodcats, below:

Eric Bobo - The Good, Bad & Ugly (ft. The Hoodcats)

Make sure to pick up your copy of "Meeting Of The Minds" when the album drops on November 18th!

Nima

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1225190151 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn recently stopped by the studio to meet the savvy producer behind all the latest noise. They call him Ciscoe – the young, dedicated producer from Norway – and he’s all about the west coast.

“[I’m working on] a very west coast conservative duo-project with Shade Sheist which will feature many prominent west coast artists,” Ciscoe tells Dubcnn exclusively. He also eagerly reveals that he’s working with Bad Azz, one of Long Beach’s finest emcees with a krazy history in the game, as well as appearing on Mellow Man Ace Presents: La Familia, a series of highly-anticipated music compilations gathered by the legendary west coast Hip Hop Hall of Famer, Mellow Man Ace.

Ciscoe’s unsullied ears and natural melodic instincts layer with his funky west coast vibe for an uncharted sound that’s everything easy on the ears – and fun to move to. He showcases his skills to their fullest in his latest production by the upcoming Top Draft Pick R&B/pop mistress, Sabrina, in the sarcastic, tongue-in-cheek debut single “Madonna’s Lust (The Unglamorous Life Of The Material World)” featuring Mellow Man Ace.

Ciscoe will be premiering his upcoming music exclusively through Dubcnn. Also, we’ve got Ciscoe talking about recording tracks with Shade Sheist, Mellow Man Ace, Bad Azz and more in an upcoming west coast exclusive interview! (And speaking of Mellow Man Ace we will be bringing his exclusive interview to you this week on Dubcnn.com!)

In the meantime, you can link up with Ciscoe on his MySpace for more info.

Keep me active reading all of your creative ideas, thoughts and comments -- hit me up on MySpace or email me and be sure to leave your feedback in our forums! Bow Down!

JonathanHay

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1226223675 - January 1, 1970 By : Meech Wells recently became one of the first DJ's to represent Slip N Slide DJ's on the West Coast. He has really taken the job of bringing The New West Coast music to the South and the East Coast. Taking artist like Rick Ross, Trina, Plies, Shonie, and Kaneri Diamond and putting them on his West Coast instrumentals has proven to be a success for the West Coast and the South.

His mixtapes have received over 10,000 downloads consistantly from loyal West Coast followers and East Coast fans alike.

Meech Wells and Kokane have teamed up recently to come up with the most unique mixtapes to hit the streets, "The Hooks and Beats Series." This new series will give artists an opportunity to put themselves on original beats from Meech Wells and hooks from Kokane and create their own vocals over West Coast Flavor. Meech makes it clear to artists that you may use it but "it's for promotional use only."

Meech Wells said; "Artists are always looking for instrumentals to flow over, well we took it one step further." With beats from a producer that has worked with Shaquille O'Neil, Snoop Dogg, Tha Eastsidaz, No Limit Records and Nas coupled with Hooks from The Hook Master Kokane.

Meech Wells has been a key figure through the 90s and into the 00s with Hip-Hop music spanning the coasts. More recently Meech Wells has taken the lead of the west coast resurgence with his "New West World Order" mixtape series, that feature artists such as Mack Life, 211 Eastwood, Young Joker and The Game. [Missed any? Get Volume 1, Volume 2 and Volume 3]

Meech Wells - along with his partner Kokane - are becoming the faces of the New West World Order and teaming up with Slip-N-Slide DJ's is testament to that fact.

Last month we released a track from Meech Wells and Kokane entitled Hoodstar. Today we have an exclusive remix of the track featuring Verbal Murda.

Kokane - Hoodstar (Remix) (Feat. Verbal Murda)

Stay tuned for more news and media from Meech Wells, Kokane and the Slip-N-Slide DJs union.

Rud

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1226350286 - January 1, 1970 By : PutYourSelfOut's Shade Sheist has had a busy 2008 with the release of his acclaimed Worldtape as well as working on a variety of independent projects and touring worldwide.

The summer then saw the release of The Conference' self-titled debut project - the duo of Brizz and Maverick - recently signed to PYO. The Conference was released for free download right here on Dubcnn and once again re-enforced the talent at PYO's disposal.

Since then Shade Sheist has been working on the previously reported on "International Takeover" project as well as with a newly put together group formed between existing PYO artist Classic and his partner in rhyme Cali. The duo have combined to release an album - that is being distributed online by the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network - entitled "The Cali Classic Album."

This is no traditional-sounding westcoast project as production comes from Critical, The Lab Ratz and PYO producer The S.O.C. who have all come with a contemporary sound and vibe. Appearances on the album come from Shade Sheist, Red Rum, C-Dub, Seis One, Krusafix, Busta Rhymes, Chauncey and Genesis Of The LabRatz.

Today we have the project for free download as well as to listen to via our Streaming Audio Players. Below you will find both links that take you to either download or listen as well as to view the full tracklist and covers.

Cali & Classic - The Cali Classic Album (Free Download)
Cali & Classic - The Cali Classic Album (Streaming Audio)

Enjoy the new music and please leave feedback on the project for Shade Sheist and the PYO team via the Dubcc Forums. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest but also take a trip to Shade Sheist's MySpace.

Rud

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1226944812 - January 1, 1970 By : Sabotawj (pronounced: sabotage) is an emcee, street poet, and self-proclaimed Entre-pioneer, who hails from Southeast San Diego, CA. Sabotawj began his mission in 1999 with his debut lp Rhymeside. After doing numerous shows around the world including Japan, and Bahrain, he returned home to work on his next album, Memoirs Of Da Hardcore. Released in 2001, Memoirs.. was the next step in his evolution, and was described by street heads as one of San Diego's classic records. Tawj’s music has been featured on several of Live Sockets Entertainment’s releases, including the On The Scene series, and Drift Battle.

In 2004 he released the album In Yo Hood, which showcased some of San Diego's finest emcees and producers, while following up in 2007 with Key 2 Da City. Earlier this year, Sabotawj teamed up with Order of ICC Productions to bring the underground banger Slanted Eyed Assassins.

In August of this year he dropped his newest album, Tomorrow Today, which features Hussein Fatal of 2Pac’s Outlawz, Bo Roc of The Dove Shack, Dragonfly of The Beggars/Black Lotus, Blame One, and Masia One.

Sabotawj has been featured on songs with the likes of Raekwon The Chef, Lounge Lo, King Tee, San Quinn, Lil Wayne, R.H.Bless, Cess Wonder, Dom Pachino of Killarmy, Napoleon of Wu Syndicate, Long Axe, and more! Production-wise he has been blessed with tracks by Domingo, Long Axe, Chops, Freddie Joachim, Da Cannibus Club, Da Surgeon Generalz, Order, and others!

Dubcnn has a track off Tomorrow Today for ya'll to check out called Luv Bout Ya Love which features Masia One and Bo-Roc of The Dove Shack. Click below to listen:

Sabotawj - Luv Bout Ya Love (ft. Masia One & Bo-Roc of the Dove Shack)

Look for Sabotawj on various mixtapes around your way including Canada, UK, and Japan. "I want to bring the originality back to the culture so our seeds will have some strong roots for their foundation" says Sabotawj.

For more Sabotawj visit his official website, as well his Myspace page. The entire Sabotawj catalogue is also available on iTunes and all other digital download services.

Stay tuned for an exclusive interview with Sabotawj on Dubcnn!

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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1229170489 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back today with another exclusive joint from Kokane and Meech Wells! We haven't been short of collaborations from these two and again we have more of that funk. Incase you missed any of the previous tracks from the duo that were premiered on dubcnn check these out, Dr. Kokanstein: Come Funk With Me, Hoodstar, Take Me Under.

The track we have today is called "U Got Me F-cked Up".You know the saying, if it ain't broke don't fix it! So its the same formula, Kokane over a funky Meech Wells beat. Don't forget Meech has been working on New West World Order Vol 4 while you wait on that check out the previous editions, Volume 1, Volume 2 and Volume 3.

Kokane - U Got Me F-cked Up Produced by Meech Wells

As always drop by the forums with your thoughts. Enjoy the track!

Mil

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1085556983 - January 1, 1970 By : The Pervelous P Camp is comin' thru again!!! After the blazing Nocturnal Hustlas album and the Pervelous P album, the highly anticipated solo album by Savage C from the Nocturnal Hustlaz was released yesterday! The CD is called Smokey The Bandit and is a must check for each and everyone of you.
The album is entirely produced by Davey D, and features guest spots from the likes of The Game, Planet Asia, Mista Cane, Rasco, M-Dash and of course his Nocturnal Hustlas partner KD, and Pervelous P member Johnny T.

We have the tracklist for you below, aswell as two preview songs for you to check out before ordering. To place your order, email savagec650@hotmail.com to get your SIGNED COPY now!
Make SURE to check out the preview cuts, they're heated, and so is the rest of the album.

1. The Great One
2. Face The Music
3. Mic 2 The Ave. (ft. Rasco)
4. Smokey The Bandit
5. Stuck With Me
6. Hip Hop Hooray
7. Same Sav, Same Cane (ft. Mista Cane)
8. Don’t Be Scared (ft. M-Dash of NBD)
9. Let Me Know -=| listen here |=-
10. Stutter Step >-=| listen here |=-
11. Executive Suite
12. Money And Weight (ft. Planet Asia)
13. Uh Ah
14. The World’s My Bitch
15. A Million Bad Habits (ft. The Game)
16. Symphony Of Similes
17. Females And Hotels (ft. Jonny-T)
18. Stryc-9
19. Nocturnal Hustlin’ (ft. KD)


Once again, I recommend this record to everybody who likes lyrical hiphop that still bumps in the ride. Email savagec650@hotmail.com for your copy.

Nima

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1085557204 - January 1, 1970 By : Aight, overall, the show was hot. Visionaries got a little slept on, but there was no opening acts, the crowd wasn't in the mood just yet. Lot's of people were smoking, but security were trying to confiscate weed and kick out people. Nonetheless, people still smoked. Visionaries did stuff off of Pangaea, Sophmore Jinx and Galleries, as well as a few solo's by 2Mex. The highlight of their show was when DJ Rhettmatic had his time to shine. He showed the crowd the skills he and his Beat Junkies crew are known for on the turntables. He then hopped on the beat machine and tore it up there, too. They had a good set. Look out for Pangaea, it's still in stores. 2Mex's album is still in stores. LMNO just released a solo album as well. Peep those out.

Next up was Cypress Hill. B-Real walked out and started doing "Another Body Drops," then Sen Dog came out and did his verse. Already the crowd was hype. They went through a lot of their jams, from "Latin Thugs," "Busted In The Hood," "How I Could Just Kill A Man," "Hand On The Pump," "Cock The Hammer," "Lick A Shot," "Hits From The Bong," "Dr. Green Thumb," "What's Your Number," "Insane In The Brain" and more. But, there ALWAYS has to be some idiots that have to fuck up a good show. A little scuffle broke out right behind me, I was very close to the front, and somehow Pepper spray was sprayed into the air. The mist hit me in the face, as well as any and everyone in the vicinity. A lot of people cleared out, including me. I inhaled some of that shit and my eyes were killing me. I missed the rest of the show, which went on for about 30 minutes after. I'm unsure if they closed to show down or if Cypress just finished their set. Either way, up until that little disaster, the show was hot.

To anyone who goes to a Cypress Hill show or any Hip Hop show that may have moshing, DO NOT take it personal. If you do, then don't join in. People who take that shit to the heart is why things like that happen.

SGV

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1085557333 - January 1, 1970 By : Message from Nima & Yash:

What's happening ya'll? We want to appologize for the lack of updates and interviews in the recent weeks on the site. The reason is that we've both been incredibly busy working on the new projects for the websites, ya'll are gonna be blown away, just watch. First off, our dubcnn online store will be online next week, the homie Yash has been working on that, having meetings with the bank directors and such. So the Online Store is a done deal, you're gonna be able to cop all the CD's you can't get in your local stores, underground stuff, rare stuff, and of course, exclusive stuff. This will especially be a good opportunity for the numerous overseas visitors, as they won't be paying more for shipping than US users or anyone else.

But hold up, that's not it. Of course, we're gonna be going back to our daily news updates, exclusive audio, and our infamous interviews in near future. I know I've been lacking lately, that has been due to me finishing my studies in June, so I've been incredibly busy studying for the final exams, it's all gonna be done early June though. So your boy is gonna be back pumping out interview after interview real soon! In the meanwhile, Yash has completed a grip of interviews, and I have some waiting to go up too. Here is a little list of the interviews that should go live in the coming weeks:

Domino
Krayzie Bone
C-Bo
Shade Sheist
Damizza
Michelob
Dilated Peoples
Butch Cassidy
Caz
The Relativez
40 Glocc
Battlecat
Big Moz

and many more to come.

So shit is about to go down in a major way, so stay true to us right here at dubcnn.com, your West Coast News Network, we ain't going no where, we comin' back harder than ever!

And ya'll know about the highly anticipated West Coast Unified Vol. 1 CD we're dropping, to read all about that check the next update, or if its already up when you read this, the update above. Oh boy!!!!

Nima

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1085557499 - January 1, 1970 By : Awww shit! The time has come! After the project was first announced back in November 2003, the highly anticipated Dubcnn.com & Westcoastaftershock.com Present... West Coast Unified Vol. 1 is finally here for ya'll to pre-order right now!
We brought you a cover for it a while ago, well, we've picked a different one, you can see it to your left, to enlarge it, simply click on it! That's Mr. Bad Azz right there on the cover, the person who's gonna take you through the CD, commenting here and there and introducing songs. The tracklisting has changed a little too, we added an exclusive drop fron the incarcerated Ras Kass, we have a brand new cut by Young Lucky on there, and some other minor changes.
The CD is dropping May 11th, online, in Australia, in New Zealand, in Norway, in Sweden, in Finland, in Denmark, and it will drop a few weeks later in stores all over the United States, and hopefully Japan and England. Yup, an independent release by a website that's gonna have distribution ALL OVER THE WORLD! Goes to show how hot the CD is. Now ya'll know like I know how it's a pain to drop 18 bucks on a CD, or whatever stores charge nowadays... That's why West Coast Unified Vol. 1 is gonna cost you only $8,99 plus shipping, and that for 25 tracks!

Okay enough advertising, let's get to it. You can either order through Paypal, through our online store with your credit card (gonna be up next week), through a Money Order, or just send cash.

To order the CD through PayPal, click Here.
To order the CD through Money Order, send $8,99 plus $2,99 for shipping to: (IMPORTANT: Please Include Your Mailing Adress So We Know Where To Send The CD To, Or Else You Won't Be Able To Get It!!)

Premium Financial Solutions
Lonngatan 50 B
21449 Malmo
Sweden

The same adress goes for people who want to pay Cash, $8,99 plus $2,99 to the adress above.

Our online store is gonna be up next week for everybody who doesn't have a paypal account and wants to pay with their credit card.

The CD is diverse, there's something for everybody on there, theres smooth laid back smoke tracks, party tracks, etc. And with production by the likes of Warren G, Dj Battlecat, Scott Storch, Damizza, DJ Quik, E A Ski, Big Saccs, Prodeje, Davey D, tha chill, Fredwreck, Meech Wells, Chag G, Baka Boys, Dj Mark 7, Mike Smoove & Mecca Music, Dj Slip, CL Cutz & More, and tracks by Snoop Dogg, Warren G, Nate Dogg, Xzibit, Ras Kass, Scipio, Bad Azz, Knocturnal, E-A Ski, Daz Dillinger, E-White, South Central Cartel, Young Lucky, Daddy V, Chag G, Kay9ine and many many more, you know it's gonna be hot!

If you slept on the ALBUM SAMPLER we posted a few weeks ago, make sure to download it right now:

-=| West Coast Unified Vol. 1 Album Sampler |=-

And here is the completed tracklisting again:

01. Bad Azz Intro
02. Big Saccs - Intro
03. Sean T, Mista Cane & Arsen - West Coast Unified (Stand Strong)
04. Bad Azz Presents Crooked I - Everyday
05. Tha Chill - The Truth
06. Ras Kass - Exclusive Drop From Jail
07. Scipio - City Of Angels
08. Bad Azz Presents Daddy V & Bad Azz - Weed Blowin'
09. Neshay ft. Neb Luv & Roscoe - Play That Song
10. The Game Presents Young Lucky - Strike Back
11. Bad Azz Presents Moss Maja - Gangsta Stroll
12. Warren G ft. Chuck Taylor - Turn It Up Now
13. Balance - Way I Am Remix (Ft. Knoc)
14. Chag G ft. Lil HD, Ecay Uno, Cee Wee 3, 2 Man Loc - West Coast Streets
15. Bad Azz Presents Kay9ine - Kay9ine Is Back
16. Frontline ft. E-A Ski - What Is It
17. Mc Ren Presents Xzibit, Tash, Defari - Cali Kings
18. C-Bo Presents Young Lucky ft Jay Tee & FJ - Fake Homies
19. Bad Azz Presents Lifestyle - Gotta Be The Music
20. Damizza Presents Nate Dogg, Roscoe & Sixx John - Nasty Gurl
21. Neb Luv (5 Footaz) ft. Crisstyle (IV Life Fam) - Road Rage
22. South Central Cartel - Bang Like A Bitch
23. Yukmouth Presents DJ Quik & Playa Hamm - Come Together
24. The Prophet - My Bizzness
25. Warren G Presents Snoop Dogg, Warren G, E-White, Bad Azz, Kokane, & Daz - After Dark
26. Bad Azz Outro


May 11th! It's going down ya'll! Spread the word!

Nima

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1085557555 - January 1, 1970 By : As of today, Crooked I is officially off Death Row Records, despite what you hear elsewhere. Crooked I is working on his brand new solo album to be released later this year on Dynasty Records, backed with major worldwide distribution. For the latest on Crooked I and his imprint, Dynasty Records, visit westcoastdynasty.com and CrookedIOnline.com.

Overseer

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1085557573 - January 1, 1970 By : Mob Life Records are about to drop their 'On The Grind' mixtape next month, its expected to be one of the hottest mixtapes to hit streets this year, with an all-star line up including MOP, Cormega, The Outlawz, PYO (Shade Sheist and N.U.N.E.), Too Cool, Young Buc, E-White and more.

Cablez album titled, 'Tha Movement' is out now if you missed it, featuring guests Mutulu Shakur, Outlawz, Spice-1, JT The Bigga Figga, San Quinn, Assassin, Muszamil, Hassachi Ryda & Nzingha Shakur!

For information on all Mob Life Records projects, visit www.mobliferecords.net

Overseer

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1085557791 - January 1, 1970 By : San Diego got a bubbling Underground scene. A lot of untapped talent out there. Well, here's a compilation that features a lot of new up and comers from 1904. This was put together by Heavyweight/Ruff City Ent. Features tracks and freestyles from artsits like Kiki Romero, So Hood, Panick, 40-Cal. and many more. Peep it out. Also, be on the look out for more from Kiki Romero. His album Pray For Me will be out soon.

Tracklisting:

1. Intro - DJ Sparrow
2. Justify My Thug remix - Jazz, Kiki Romero
3. Lord Forgive Me - Lolifestylz
4. Droppin Bombs- Kiki Romero, So Hood
5. Who Shot Ya - Panick, 40-Cal., Lolifestylz
6. My Life, Mic, & Pain - Kiki Romero, B-One
7. Tha Anthem - Kiki Romero, Lolifestylz, Panick, So Hood, Broadway
8. Solid Introduction - 40-Cal., Broadway
9. Heavyweight Banga - Kiki Romero, So Hood, Smokey Mac
10. Round Here pt. 1- Lolifestylz
11. Can U Feel This? - So Hood, J. Hands
12. Many Men remix - Lolifestylz, Broadway
13. All Alone - Lolifestylz, Kiki Romero
14. Oh-Ni - Dopeboy
15. I’m A Soldier - Kiki Romero, Panick
16. Fire We Are Born - Madd Jocker, Broadway
17. SouthTown Noise- So Hood, Kiki Romero
18. Hotel - Panick, Lolifestylz
19. G’d Up remix - So Hood, Broadway, Panick, Lolifestylz, Kiki Romero
20. Lyrical Ammo - Kiki Romero, J-Hands, So Hood
21. Thug Musik - 40-Cal., Lolifestylz, Panick
22. Freestyle 1 - Kiki Romero
23. Dead Man Walking - 40-Cal., Lolifestylz
24. U Ain’t Ready - Kiki Romero, So Hood
25. Round Here pt. 2 - Panick, 40-Cal., Broadway
26. Outro Freestyle - Kiki Romero


Click the link for the Free download

SGV

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1085558115 - January 1, 1970 By : Ya'll know about Lifestyle, the Long Beach duo consisting of Snoop Doggs little brother Bing aka Pretty Tony, and HIT.

They released their debut solo album "Liquid Cocaine" a few months ago, and they've been busy doing shows lately. They recently performed at the L.G. Productions Car Show in Fresno together with E-40 and others. We have a couple pictures from that show up, check them below:

Pic 1 | Pic 2 | Pic 3

They have another show TONIGHT, May 2nd, at the House Of Blues Anaheim, for the Warbux CD release party where they will be performing along with the rest of the Soul Hood Family -- Mecca Dawn, Prime and P.S.C--G.B & EMONEY. The show is 21 & Over. To see the flyer for the show click below:

Flyer Front | Flyer Back

They have one more show lined up right now on June 27th, again with E-40, aswell as new latin rap sensation Gemini in Sacramento, at the Woodland 3rd Anual Indoor Car Show at the Yolo Co. Fairgrounds. Here is the flyer for it:

Car Show Flyer

But don't think performing is all they've been doing! In the meantime, Lifestyle & Soul Hood Entertainment have completed a new Mixtape called Stylefornia 2 which will feature new music from the whole roster. It's set to come out in Spring, to stay update, make sure to hit up the official website soulhoodentertainment.com.

Stay tuned for more information aswell as audio here soon!

Nima

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1085558568 - January 1, 1970 By : Oh shit, hittin' ya'll with a combo. Ya'll know about Michelob by now, member of the Game Bangaz along with Spice 1, 40 Glocc & Rappin 4-Tay, who released his debut solo album "Don't Let The Smoove Taste Fool Ya" a few months ago.

Well now we bring you an interview with the man himself, where he introduces himself to the world, talks about the Game Bangaz project, his own solo album, his new video, the rap game, his expectations for the future and much more. Make sure to check out the interview, by clicking here.

We also have his new mixtape up here, which features Spice 1, Jayo Felony, Flexxarally and many more. Thanks to Michelob for providing us with the mixtape for free, it's 11 tracks make sure to get it, and check out the tracklisting below (to download the mixtape, make sure to right click on the link and then select Save As) : HERE

Nima

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1085559008 - January 1, 1970 By : Los Angeles, CA- Lawyers for the hip hop artist Ras Kass, (John Austin), filed a civil complaint in the Los Angeles County Superior Court against Priority Records today. The music industry’s common practice of binding recording artists into contracts for an extended period of time is being specifically attacked by the complaint.

Ras Kass, who has been signed to Priority since 1995, is demanding that he be released from his recording contract based on specific acts of breach by Priority Records, Capitol Records and EMI and intentional and malicious misrepresentations made by Priority Records, as well as Priority Records executives Wendy Goldstein and Andrew Shack. In the past, Ras Kass has formally and informally sought release from the label based on specific provisions in his contract, which allow him to do so; still Priority Records has refused to release him.

The civil complaint alleges the following causes of action: 1) Declaratory Relief Re Labor Code Section 2855(b); 2) Unfair Competition; 3) Restraint of Trade; 4) Rescission of Agreement; 5) Breach of Contract; 6) Breach of the Implied Covenant of Good Faith and Fair Dealing; 7) Intentional Interference with Prospective Economic Advantage; 8) Negligent Interference with Business Relationships; and 9) Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress and alleges damages in excess of five million dollars.

Courtney Love, 311, Metallica, Prince and others have filed similar civil complaints challenging record labels over contract terms. Courtney Love had particularly similar issues when Universal failed to promote her album and held her to her contract for more than 7 years. Love’s case settled in late 2003.

In 1995, Ras Kass signed onto Priority with goals of using his craft to teach people about religion, politics and his art. To date Ras Kass has had only two albums officially released. Priority never released the anticipated Van Gogh and/or Goldyn Chyld albums. Critics from The Source Magazine described his debut album Soul On Ice (1996), as “spectacular.” Rolling Stone magazine gave it 4-1/2 stars. His second album, Rasassination (1998) received similar reviews. Rahiem Shabazz, writer and critic claims “Rasassination is a testament of true hip-hop.” Over 3,000 Internet based fans have signed an on-line petition in order to “Free Ras Kass”. The list was presented to the label in 2002, but was never taken seriously.

Ras Kass’ career has the support of many industry professionals. Hip Hop artist and host of MTV’s Pimp My Ride, Xzibit, stated that “Ras Kass is THE SPITTER; I respect him as an artist, and he takes Hip-Hop and music seriously. His skill and his talent come from a genuine place. The West Coast is waiting to hear something that explosive.”

Hip Hop pioneer, KRS-1 had this to say “First of all Ras Kass is my man. All 25,000 members of the Temple Of Hip Hop are down with Ras Kass. He’s the only MC to give me, KRS-1 a run for my money!”

Other artists/producers who have supported his talent, and have worked with Ras Kass, are Eminem, Dr. Dre, Busta Rhymes, Twista, David Banner, Pharoahe Monch, Mos Def and many many more. Multi Platinum producer, Mike City claims “I just want Ras to make music and be able to provide for his family. He’s one of the best rappers out!”

Supporters also include former VP executive at Priority/Capitol, Mr. Dave Weiner. He recently stated that “Ras Kass is one of the best MC’s on the West Coast, and in the world. It’s a shame that Ras Kass hasn’t been given the opportunity to present his talent to the masses. Compared to the talent that is getting support from the major label systems in place today, none of them can stand up to Ras Kass’ talent.”

Former manager and Founder of Rap Coalition, Wendy Day stands behind what Ras Kass is doing and said, “I am happy to hear Ras Kass taking back control of his life and career by refusing to be bullied anymore by Priority Records. The artist has been the underdog in this industry for far too long and it is about time that an artist held their label accountable for damages in a court of law. I stand in solidarity with Ras Kass and support his efforts to regain his freedom from this Goliath!"

EMI/Capitol is a major record label and home to such artists as Coldplay, Radiohead, The Vines, Chingy, and Snoop Dogg. Over a course of 9 years, Priority has only distributed two of four Ras Kass albums and failed to promote either properly, with promises of much more. Lack of promotion and marketing on Priority’s behalf, left Ras Kass no choice but to seek other means. “I want what is fair; all I want is to create great music, have the proper team behind me, and be the artist that I am. I am prepared to do what it takes in order to be released from this ugly situation.”

Nima

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1085559056 - January 1, 1970 By : News taken from TVTRecords.com:

TVT Records has announced the worldwide signing of hip-hop supergroup 213, featuring acclaimed hip-hop artists Snoop Dogg, Nate Dogg and Warren G. 213's debut album, The Hard Way, will be released on TVT Records on July 20th, 2004. A decade-plus in the making, the group's highly anticipated first full length album release The Hard Way is set to rock the hip-hop world with the unprecedented combination of these three talented hip-hop stars.

Named after the area code of Long Beach, CA, the city in which all members of the group grew up, Snoop Dogg, Nate Dogg and Warren G originally formed 213 as teenagers in Los Angeles before breaking off to have renowned and record breaking solo careers. Upon splintering in the late 80's, they made a pact that, if they all succeeded as solo artists, they would return to their roots and pick up 213 where they left off. After a couple of stints attempting a reunion, most notably on the track "Ain't No Fun" on Snoop Dogg's critically-acclaimed album Doggystyle, it was not until the three combined forces again for a song off Warren G's 2001 release Return to the Regulator, that they were able to make 213's reunion official.

Before completing work on The Hard Way, 213's bootleg track, entitled "So Fly," exploded on to airwaves all over their hometown of Los Angeles. The track featured the instrumentation of Monica's "So Gone" and became the #1 song on Power 106 in Los Angeles, in addition to receiving heavy rotation on The Beat. The tremendous success of the song highlighted the excitement surrounding this trio's return, dominating the West Coast's top urban radio stations.

As the buzz on this highly anticipated record and reunion continues to build, the album's first official single, "Groupy Luv" is starting to bubble up on radio station playlists nationwide.


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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

Nima

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1085585770 - January 1, 1970 By : From Yuks official website SmokeAlotRecords.com:

The original thug lord has done it once again. With his flawless perpetual style and untouchable verbal heat on the mic and stage, Yukmouth AKA Godzilla prepares to release his latest project United Ghettos of America Vol. 2 DVD along with a scorching soundtrack to back it up. You may most likely recognize him from the platinum Bay Area rap sensation The Luniz (also known as Luni Toonz) and their never-faded ganja anthem I Got 5 on It & The Ice Cream Man. You probably own Thugged Out: The Albulation, Thug Lord: The New Testament, Godzilla, or one of his previous power packed projects. It’s nothing new. Yukmouth has a bigger body of work than Frank Sinatra and is one of the heaviest international rap sensations out there. Gaining ultimate exposure across the world throughout America, Europe, etc, Yukmouth portrays himself as the one of a kind real life thugged out west coast rapper. When it comes down to it, he has seen and done it all. Who started out in the ghettos of Oakland, California selling drugs, getting locked up, and writing his first song (The Ice Cream Man) in jail, ended up touring with Puff Daddy, Biggie, Mary J and some of the biggest names in hip hop history. During the period when recording Lunitk Muzik he landed into the hands of J. Price (CEO of Rap a lot Records in Houston, TX) who then offered him a solo record deal for which he released Thugged out: The Albulation which sold over 250,000 units with no video nor airplay. He then dropped Thug Lord: The New Testament which did just as good. In 2003 Yukmouth dropped Godzilla, his third album with Rap a Lot Records which is said to be his best album ever. What makes him flawless and one of the most respected rappers in game is the fact he stays loyal to the real and original figures in the industry and stays connected with the underground. He is mainstream but not commercial. Under his own label Smoke a lot Records, his most recent project was United Ghettos of America Vol. I the DVD and soundtrack which was one of his best works as well.

Though the critically acclaimed United Ghettos of America Vol. 1 was a sensation, volume II is said to be a hundred times better. The project will come in a DVD plus Soundtrack together in one pack unlike the first which the two was sold separately. On the soundtrack you will find the likes of exclusive songs from The Régime, Eastwood, Young Roscoe, Tha Realest, C-Bo, Spice 1, Dru Down, Ms. Toi, Outlawz, Mac Dre, Numskull, & Tech N9ne. The soundtrack also include the singles Kalifornia G’z – Yukmouth, Crooked I & E-40, Stunt 211 (50 Cent diss track) – Yukmouth, Silverback Gorillas, & Bang ‘em Smurf, We Just Wanna Thug – Yukmouth & Noreaga, and I love Dro – Yukmouth & Bun B. The DVD will include exclusive footage, lots of females and XXX Eye Candy Scenes, live events, performances, interviews and basically footage of how celebrities do it big. You can expect to see raw footage with Dennis Hall (Bunny Ranch), Eddie Griffin, Cedric The Entertainer, The Diplomats, Yin Yang Twins, Lil John, Too Short, Scarface, Kurupt, Tech N9ne, The Luniz, Floyd Mayweather, Suge Knight, Devin The Dude, Bishop Don Juan, Keak Da Sneak, Lil Flip, David Banner, Lisa Ray, Nelly, P. Diddy, and much more. United Ghettos of America Vol. 2 DVD will come with the soundtrack and the project is expected to drop around June/July of 2004 and will be nationally distributed. For more information on this release and/or any other Yukmouth related material, visit the official Smoke a lot Records website at www.smokealotrecords.com / www.rapalotrecords.com. For articles and/or interviews with Yukmouth, please visit Worldwide Westside Magazine at www.wwsmag.com

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1085586412 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Vlad, who won numerous awards for his mixtapes lately, is back with a new mixtape in collaboration with Don Diva magazine. It's called "Old Gangsters, Young Gunz", and by the looks of it, it's heated! Check out the tracklisting below, there's 2 new 213 tracks on it, aswell as the first DPG-Unit song, and features many more hot artists.

The CD is hosted by ex-Drug Kingpin Little Melvin

1. Little Melvin - 'You Have Been Accepted'
2. DPG-Unit (Dogg Pound & G-Unit) - Gun Up In Your Mouth (World Premier)
3. 2Pac & Kurupt - Welcome to the West Coast
4. G-Unit - Eye for an Eye (Butcher remix)
5. Xzibit - Ride n Smoke (Butcher remix)
6. Little Melvin - 'Hierarchy of Drug Distribution'
7. 50 Cent - Back Down (Butcher remix)
8. 213 - Gangsta Music (World Premier)
9. 213 - Takin a Ride (World Premier)
10. Little Melvin - 'Labeled a Kingpin'
11. Notorious BIG & 2Pac - Runnin (Butcher remix)
12. DJ Vlad f. Bun-B & Paul Wall - We Movin Weight (World Premier)
13. Snook - Sunshine
14. Petey Pablo - Gangsta
15. Little Melvin - Changes in the Drug Laws
16. Sly Boogy - That's My Name
17. Done Deal Family - 16's With Me
18. Kaos Brought - Bust Shots
19. Saigon - Color Purple
20. Little Melvin - Snitching on your Family
21. Jadakiss - Brand Nubian freestyle
22. Jadakis - Games People Play freestyle
23. Rakim - Run freestyle
24. Little Melvin - Blowing Your Cover
25. DJ Rondevu f. Unpacino, Hogg Brando - Baby That's It
26. Ka - Freestyle (646.337.6422)
27. Flawless - freestyle
28. Little Melvin - Government allows drugs into the country
29. LG & Crooked I - Follow Me (917.826.0547)
30. Balance & EA-Ski - Come See Us (www.balanceskillz.com)
31. Contact Info
32. Mobb Deep - Got It Twisted (DJ Razz remix)
33. Little Melvin - Riots

To order the mixtape, click here

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1085598627 - January 1, 1970 By : It looks like Spice 1's looong awaited follow up to Spiceberg Slim is finally coming out! "The Ridah" is set to drop June 8th, on Xtra Laced Records. Check out the full album add in big size by clicking on the album cover to your left.

There was so much bullshit and politics around this album that many had already given up on it. But the time has come, the release date is now June 8th. Now it might still get moved around a few weeks, but it's up at CDUniverse.com too, and the promotion has started.

I have some news that's gonna make ya'll happy. The unreleased 2Pac & Spice 1 collaboration "One Day At A Time" which got remixed on Pac's latest "Ressurection" album with Eminem and where Spice was removed, is going to be on the Ridah album in it's original form! So that' real big. "Fuck M&M, this is how the song was supposed to be, the way Pac wanted it to be!!"

Spice wanted to leave a few words for all of our visitors, regarding all the bullshit surrounding the album: "Maaan, the rap game is crooked as fuck, and they wonder why I'm violant! You should print those words on your site!"

1. Spice 1 in a Million
2. Kiss My Ass
3. Gang Bang Music
4. When Thugs Cry
5. Behind Closed Doors
6. Blast from the Past
7. Boomin Pistols
8. Skit
9. Thug World
10. Thugthizzle
11. Cut Throat Game
12. I'm a Boss
13. Clown Shoes
14. Shake It
15. P in the Pimpin
16. Behind Closed Doors (Remix)
17. I'm Still Here
BONUS: One Day At A Time ft. 2Pac, recorded in 1996

Features by: Dru Down, Goldie Loc, Kokane, Kurupt, 2Pac, Yo-Yo, Battlecat and others.

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1085677945 - January 1, 1970 By : The group Lifestyle around Snoop Dogg's lil bro Bing aka Pretty Tony and HIT along with the whole Soul Hood Entertainment label are set to drop the "Stylefornia 2: The Movement" mixtape on June 21th!

The mixtape features from Soul Hood Artists "Lifestyle, Mecca Dawn, and Pornostyle" and other hot guests such as Snoop Dogg, RBX, DAZ, Lil Jon, Spit Fiya & many more!

You can view the cover on the left, click on it to enlarge it. For more information on Lifestyle and Soul Hood Entertainment, as always hit up their official website at soulhoodentertainment.com.

We're gonna be back soon with more info on this, along with audio. So stay tuned!

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1085784615 - January 1, 1970 By : The new album from Caz called "Hood Hitz" is comin out soon and one of the best songs on the album is a classic diss song to Xzibit.
You probably heared his diss song to Xzibit "Thug".. Caz raps 'I don't believe shit that you boast you rap like you west but nigga you eastcoast' over the smooth beat and I gotta say the chorus is off the hook. Click here for more samples from the album including a song featuring Jayo Felony and make sure you buy "Hood Hitz" when it drops!

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1085787325 - January 1, 1970 By : When people think of West Coast Rap, they think of Gangsterism, violence, gang banging. That is, what most WC Rappers have stood for in the past decade. But, of course, during the whole time, there has been a Hip Hop movement on the West, with a totally different approach of things, but often got overlooked, labeled as back pack rappers, and not given a chance in the mainstream.
The rapper I'm going to present to you goes further than aiming guns at peoples chest, banging a set and representing his coast. He's a true MC. Mykestro is the younger brother of beat-making legend Battlecat. He's coming out of South Central, CA, and is eager to show the world what he's capable of.
We had the chance to catch up with both Mykestro and Battlecat to talk about the man's debut solo album "Just Due" on which he's currently putting the finishing touches on. When asked about his younger brother, Battlecat started boasting "He's my best kept secret man, matter of fact he's the best kept secret in Cali! He truly has a voice of music, he's a real musician!". He pointed out that Hip Hop has been in a drought for a good while now: "We ain't had nobody fresh in the last years! We need something like this. He has his head on straight, he's not only a musician, but also a business man. He's my official business partner on my new label that I'm putting together, he's my new accountant. He's business minded and a musical craft. That's something we need over here!"

Mykestro has been busy this past year just doing show after show, staying busy getting his name out there, getting some play on the radio, and he released his own mixtape "Drops and promo cuts Vol. 1", and appeared on the "West Coast Allstars Mixtape" aswell. When asked how he would describe himself as a artist, he said "I would say I'm absolutely universal. I have alot of versitality, and definitely not what you would expect out of L.A. I come from a musical background, MC and production wise. I'm very consistent as far as lyrics go, I'm a MC!"
Now it would seem obvious that since he's Battlecats little brother, they would really use that to market him as an artist, but that's not the plan! "We work together, we've been together since gits, but he's not trying to use that as an obvious envelope to push it. He's been really putting in work in the studio working, doing shows, he wants to do him, not ride on somebody elses coattail. He wanna prove the world what he can bring behind the mic", Battlecat said.

When asked about his influences growing up Mykesto shouts without hesitation that "Kurupt was my hero! That's my hero right there! That's who I looked up to when coming up, I always felt like he was a different type of MC, so that was my main influence from the gate. But now I listen to alot of different shit, I like Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Pharaoh Monch, Ice Cube.. I like real MC's, I like Slum Village, Jigga of course, Eminem is a monster, Busta Rhymes, of course Biggie & Pac.. Yeah those are the main ones"
"To me man, Mykestro is like Jay-Z and Common Sense in one... yeah he's like the mix of the two!", Battlecat added about his brother.

Now let's get into his debut solo album "Just Due" which he's dropping. He's shooting for a 4th Quarter release if everything goes well. As for the label situation, "If the paperwork is right, I would go with a major! But if it's tons of faulty paperwork, I'm definitely gonna keep it independent". He's been recording for the album since the beginning of the year, and in contrary to most of the shit coming out nowadays, this is actually gonna look like a Solo album! He has a few features by the likes of Crooked I, Conyac, and his kinfolk Track Life, Bishop Lamont and Glasses Malone.
The production credits are very impressive too. Of course, he has Battlecat on there. "Man the shit Cat gave me, is not something you usually hear from cat. I didn't want the claps and all that. He came with something different this time around, except on one, where he came with all his funk and flavor, because I can't forget where I'm from and where I grew up!. Other producers are Raphael Saadiq, Michael Angelo, Terrace Martin, Josef Leimberg, D-Dash & Sa Ra.

We're gonna be providing you with material from his mixtape, aswell as album previews in near future, stay tuned for more news in Mykestro, because this cat is on the come up and will hopefully be a force on the West in near future!

Mykestro dropped a shoutout for all the DubCnn vistors, check it below:

Mykestro - DubCNN Shoutout

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1086212182 - January 1, 1970 By : The hottest Latino Sensation to hit the market is now available to pre-order. Don Abusivo's Highly Anticipated CD "Alcen Sus Copas" debuts June 8th off Universal Latino, but you dont have to wait to pre order now! You may pre order now at Targets website by
clicking here. Produced by David Salas, one of the top producers in the Spanish Music Industry. Don Abusivo will show why he is concidered "The Latin Eminem" and show the world he is here to make his mark in history.

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1086465793 - January 1, 1970 By : Oh shit, we're back at it again with some of that banging Chag G music straight out of the LBC. Ya'll know he's dropping his long awaited "Eastside Connected" compilation, which is coming out after being delayed many times. To read more about that aswell as more audio, check the next update, well the one above ^^.

We got some 4 brand hew heaters right here for ya'll to check out, still unreleased. One is called "Keep On Banging" and features LB veterans The Twinz aka The Locs, one features the group Taylor Made also from Long Beach, the other is with Taylor Made member Chuck Taylor, and last but not least, a heatrock with Young Popa & T Dirter, two up and coming artists from the coast.

As always when it comes to Chag G, we gonna let you vote for each song and let you decide wether the song is HOT, OK, or a FLOP. So please take the time to listen to them and then place your vote!

Let's go:

Chag G & The Twinz - Keep On Banging | VOTE HERE!!
Chag G ft. Young Popa & T Dirter - Come Into My World | VOTE HERE!!
Chag G & Chuck Taylor - Sakitu | VOTE HERE!!
Chag G & Taylor Made - Ya Hand Up Now | VOTE HERE!!

Make sure to check out the songs and place your votes, be a part of the West Coast Hip Hop movement by giving us your opinion. Thanks!

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1086465845 - January 1, 1970 By : After the Bump It Or Dump It below, we're back with even more heat from Chag G, this time from his upcoming compilation album "Eastside Connected" which is finally coming out after many delays. The cut we got for you is called "One Shot" and features non other than Bad Azz himself!

Bad Azz literally murders this one, make sure to check out a big clip of the song below and don't forget to cop the album when it's out! For additional information on Chag G, you will be able to visit his newly opened website at worldwidemuzic.com.


Check out the song below:

Chag G & Bad Azz - One Shot.

Enjoy!!

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1086468693 - January 1, 1970 By : Now if that's not a hot lineup for a song I don't know what is. Tray Deee, Jayo Felony & Kurupt are featured on a song with Tha Floc on the upcoming "Big Prod Presents: Hood Music Vol. 1" compilation dropping soon. The song is called "Well Respected" and it's off the hook!

Jayo Felony lays down one of his best verses ever, he KILLS it! He's no doubt THE most skilled rapper on the west right now along with Crooked I & Sly Boogy. Also, ya'll are probably surprised to see Kurupt and Tray Deee on the same song. Well judging by the quality of Tray Deee's voice, it sounds like it might have been recorded from jail, so it must be new. We reported before that Tray Deee recorded with Kurupt too before he got locked up, so it looks like things are straight between Young Gotti and him.

We have this song up for you, make sure to download it, and check out the tracklisting of the compilation below, make sure to cop it when it drops!!

Tha Floc ft. Kurupt, Tray Deee & Jayo Felony - Well Respected

Tracklisting:

1 Intro
2 Well Respected / Floc feat. Kurupt, Jayo Felony, Tray Dee
3 Famous Remix / S.C.C.
4 Da Zoo / The Zoo Babies
5 California / Floc
6 Da Gangsta Way / S.C.C.
7 I'll Take / S.C.C.
8 Cold Thang / Da Floc
9 P.B. Skit
10 Police Bitch / NME
11 Percolate / Young Prodeje
12 Freeway Mode / Floc feat. Suga Free
13 Bangin' And Swangin / Mr Wesside
14 Skit
15 Thug Disease Remix / S.C.C. feat. C-Bo, Spice 1 & Profit
16 Bucket Naked / Convict feat. Micc Multiee
17 Ooh Daddy (Original) / Young Prodeje feat. DVS(Young Murder Squad)
18 So Quick So Fast / Young Prodeje feat. Micc Multiee
19 Till I Hit / Droop feat. Bad Azz, Spice 1
20 Cali Days / Young Cali
21 Jungle / S.C.C.

Enjoy!

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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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1087077610 - January 1, 1970 By : Straight from Los Angeles, California comes the group Funq Ruut mixing a rare blend of Cali street hop & soulful r& b. Funq Ruut consists of different members from different L.A. groups coming together as one.

The group members are Risk & Rocc from the group Westside Knuckledragg, Doubleowe & Glocc from Warzone, Tee Lee & Drastic from The L.A. Zuu, Shadeaux, Casper and Classik from Tru Game, along with Bokie Loc who is the brother of CPO - The Boss Hogg and has done producing for the likes of Battlecat and The Eastsidaz. Also included are Burn & JT from Drowzie Entertainment.

Here's a tight song called "Mary Jane".

For more audio go to www.wcrydaz.com


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1087830729 - January 1, 1970 By : Dogg Pound Gangsta Daz Dillinger, who's set to release his "So So Gangsta" album on So So Def this year, has a new single out featuring none other than Nate Dogg! The song is called "Tha Hood" and appears on the new Shadyville & DJ John John mixtape. To check out the song, right click on the link below and then select Save Target As:

Daz Dillinger ft. Nate Dogg - Tha Hood

Enjoy!

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1087998445 - January 1, 1970 By : We told ya'll about the new Stylefornia 2: The Movement mixtape dropping too from Soul Hood Ent featuring Lifestyle, Snoop Dogg, Lil Jon, Daz, Spit Fya, UGK and many more dropping this week. If you missed the initial update on this CD, check out the news archive for that. We now have the official tracklisting for ya'll right here, aswell as the final Fron & Back Covers and the online banner for any sites wanting to advertise it.

To check out the Front & Back covers, click below:

Front Cover | Back Cover

Any websites who want to advertise the CD can get the CD banner right here

Look for audio from thie CD right here soon.

Here is the tracklisting for the "Stylefornia 2: The Movement" Mixtape:

01. California -- Lifestyle & Mecca Dawn
02. Get Da Fuck Out -- Snoop Dogg f/ Lil Jon & Fiend
03. Planes, Chains, Automobiles -- H.I.T. f/ Mecca Dawn
04. Speaker Wire -- Mecca Dawn
05. With You -- Tatiana Chanel f/ H.I.T.
06. Feel Me -- PEB
07. Lost 4 Words -- P.S.C. f/ Mecca Dawn
08. I Don't -- H.I.T. & P.S.C.
09. Spit Fiya -- Spit Fiya
10. Toast 2 Da West Coast -- P.S.C. f/ Daz
11. A Lil Bit Dat There -- K-Ci & Jo-Jo f/ Maninski
12. Big Faces -- Daz f/ UGK
13. My Life -- Prime f/ H.I.T.
14. Don’t Mind -- P.S.C. f/ P.T. & Prime
15. Come Lay With Me -- PEB
16. Seduction -- H.I.T. & Prime
17. Chuuch -- P.S.C. f/ Ozone
18. So Vulnerable -- Lifestyle f/ Brainstem & Mecca Dawn
19. Look at That -- North f/ Chance

Make sure to check this out, it should be heated!

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1088011023 - January 1, 1970 By : Just in case you're not familiar, check out Krazy Race. He's a Latin emcee out of the Whittier, Cali area. He's got very strong political and social views. A very original style as well. Now!...

Come Witness The Krazy Race Movement!

Krazy Race CD release party for "NEW WORLD GAMES"

Where: Knitting Factory
7021 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90028
323-463-0204

When: Tuesday July 13th, 2004
Time: Doors open at 8pm & This is an All Ages Event.

Performances by:
Krazy Race, N'Cognito, Frontline Officials, Rhyme Poetic Mafia, Broken Family & Global City + more.

DJ's spinning your favorite hip-hop!
C-Los (Stacks)
Devious (Broken Family)
Majesty (AIV/Music Revolution)

Tickets are $8 presale by ordering from TicketWeb
Order tickets now

Tickets are also available the day of the show for $10
at the Knitting Factory Box office.

To all Krazy Race fans, this is a must see event!
The new CD will also be sold during the event!

Show is sponsored by:
MCR PRODUCTIONS, WWW.BROWNPRIDE.COM, DIVINE FORCES RADIO
HUSKEE WEAR, 5th BATTALION, STACKSVINYL.COM

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1088193993 - January 1, 1970 By :
The new Relativez mixtape is called "Hood Mix Vol. 1" and as always Dubcnn is here to let you listen to this mixtape.
It features The Game, B Brazy (R.I.P)and Billboard (R.I.P).
Click Here to listen to this bangin mixtape.
Also make sure you checkout our Exclusive Interview with Dogg and Big Why in the Interview section.



Here's the tracklisting for the mixtape:
1. Intro
2. Bick It Wit Me
3. U Die Nigga
4. Inglewood connection/skit
5. The Heist
6. Mafia feat. B Brazy
7. Keep A Hit
8. Where I'm From
9. Too Much 4 Me feat. Billboard
10. Ride Wit Me feat. Butch Cassidy
11. Incredible Hulk
12. I'm So Hood
13. Whoop Whoop
14. Dick Don't Fail
15. Gangsta Shit
16. 1-900-Banger feat. Game and Billboard
17. Show You How to do This feat. Billboard
18. Outro


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1088301212 - January 1, 1970 By : Here's a little preview from Daz Dillingers upcoming album.

First song has that tight as fuck G funk sound. DJ Eazy Dick is back on the intros!
The track is called "The One" Remix ft TI and Cee Lo
Second track is Daz ft Nate Dogg "Boyz N The Hood".
Next up is Daz together with Redman on the weedsong called "Blaze Up.
Last we got the song titled "My Life". by Daz

Enjoy.


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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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1088693821 - January 1, 1970 By : The Eddie Kane Jr album "Gimmie A Deal or Else" is now for sale, and can be ordered at www.officialrbx.com for $12 only, including worldwide shipping, payment via paypal.

So hit up www.officialrbx.com and order your copy now!

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1088694006 - January 1, 1970 By : West up, today we bring you a update on up and coming west coast label Groundup Records. They are home to some of the West' new talented MCs Logic, Juan Jones and Manson. Groundup has big things in the works, and here are two preview tracks.(Available for download in mp3 format)

Logic - We Gonna Trip

Manson - What You Lookin For


WorldWideWestside Magazine has done a feature on the label as well this month.
So be sure to hit them up, Groundup is bringin raw WestCoast lyricism back, so don’t sleep and support new talent.


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1089318136 - January 1, 1970 By : Rapper Caz is having the release party for his new album "Hood Hitz" dropping soon tonight. Dubcnn will be in the house and bring you info and footage from the event.

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1090935615 - January 1, 1970 By : F.B.I. Indicts Rapper Big Hutch of Above The Law For Conspiracy To Traffic A Controlled Substance, Rapper Says Music Business Is Special Target For Feds.

(Los Angeles, CA)---Federal authorities have indicted Big Hutch (AKA Gregory “Hutch” Hutchinson) for conspiracy to traffic one thousand pounds of marijuana in a case pursued by agents the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Hutchinson will begin serving his sentence on July 28. Hutchinson says, “I was driving, and federal marshals pulled me over, and picked me up. They told me I had been indicted for drug trafficking.” Hutch, who is a member of the rap group Above The Law, recently released his second solo album, Live From The Ghetto. He first came into prominence when his group was signed by the late Eazy-E to his Ruthless Records label.

Hutchinson explained, “Some other guys had been arrested, who I hadn’t had any contact with for a while. They gave the feds my name, and said I financed their drug operation, which isn’t even true. When the feds interviewed me, they didn’t ask me who I knew who was involved in drugs. Rather, they asked me who in the music industry was involved in drugs. They were just interested in people who worked in music business. So I kind of wonder if that’s why these other guys used my name, since that is what the feds want to hear.”

“Since hearsay is admissible in federal trials, unlike in other court criminal proceedings, I knew it would be impossible to fight this, so my attorney advised me to cop a plea,” said Hutch. He added, “There was never any trial. A motion was simply filed to determine what my sentence would be.”

He further contended, “One of the other peoples’ phones who was tapped was someone who was working at my company. So I became a victim through that. The feds should have known from the conversations I had nothing to do with it. There was no reason for me to be put under scrutiny.”

Hutch commented, “It was ridiculous. They were trying to claim that I financed their drug operation, and that I was the beneficiary because I have a record label. No one could prove it, but because of the association with these guys, they charged me with conspiracy. I never put any money up for their activities. However, the federal process allows hearsay, and there was hearsay that I knew what these guys were doing. So that alone, according to the feds, makes you part of the operation, even if you have utterly no function whatsoever in it. You essentially become a criminal, solely based on the fact that you have knowledge of an illegal activity being committed. I ended up getting charged for several years for a crime I had nothing to do with.”

Hutch also said, “Hearsay that is based on the claims of government witnesses who are trying to get sentenced less time on their case, and who therefore give people up like this, is all the feds have to have. Then the feds can make a conviction, solely based on that.”

A music video for Hutch’s single “Lyrical Murder” has just been released through West World/Activate Entertainment.

We did a video interview with Big Hutch recently. Lookout for that Exclusive video interview in the coming days

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1091057195 - January 1, 1970 By : Fans of IV Life Records recording artist, Crisstyle can scoop a brand new mixtape for free titled, "Best of Crisstyle" by clicking here. The mixtape contains recent material recorded with IV Life Records plus never before heard original tracks from around 2000, produced by Crisstyle himself including "When the World Crumble", "Smokin" and "No Hard Feelings" featuring his old group LWC (Last Word Click - Blaze One, Money Green and Proficy).

The forthcoming album from the IV Life Family and Tha Eastsidaz, titled "Deuces, Tray's and Fo's" hits shelves this fall on IV Life Records.

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1091290625 - January 1, 1970 By : Got damn! The Latin Rap Conference was a major success. A lot was accomplished. The panels were very imformative, the performances were off the hook and the whole atmosphere was perfect. The peace was kept, everyone networked and got along well with one another. That goes to show, you CAN have a bunch of Latinos in one place and still keep it postive. The stereo-types are flying out the window. Some of the panelists were Sick Jacken, David Rolas, Guic, Rags(98.9 FM), Mr. Lil-One, E-One(Universal), Ceaze(98.9), Cesar(Univsion), Sal Rojas(BrownPride.com), Mellow Man Ace, Fidel(Divine Forces Radio), Bimbo, Don Dinero, Felipe(Los Nativos) and many more. So much knowledge was dropped, it was insane.

Also in the house was Don Cisco, Queenie, Kemo The Blaxican & The Dead Silance Fam, Toy(Control Machete), Tha Mexikans, The Beatnuts, JayTee, Knightowl, Slush The Villain, Young Sicc, Oscar from Riverbottom Ent., LoLife, Kiki Romero, Reazn Being & Contraband Fam, Sucio(Pone mas jamon meng!), Terrence & A.C. Mack from Urban Latino Hip Hop Show(My roomates, what's poppin'!), Blunts LLA, Brown and Proud Radio, Tomas & 805 Underworld, Fuerte Group, Mezcal, Romero The New Mexico Lobo, Johnny Boy, Ozzie, Brian, Ruen Clothing, Malverde and tons more. Everyone else that was in the house, I didn't leave you out on purpose, my bad if you're name is not on the list. Thanks for coming out and making a difference in this Latin Hip Hop game!!

All in all, from the Conferences to the Clubs, everything went well. The second time around, we can only expect bigger and better things. Let's keep it crackin'!!! Stay in touch with everyone you came in contact with. Look for Pictures and artist and label updates coming VERY soon. Last but not least, I want to send a shout to the big homies Shysti and Rags for making this event possible. You got my support One Hundred.

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1092804373 - January 1, 1970 By : YinSumi Press, the worlds 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. Edited by journalist Ali Asadullah, "Lyrical Swords" is a collection of essays and interviews on Hip Hop culture, politics and social issues written over the last decade. Hip Hop cultures 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. "I was raised in my early days politically by my parents" says Mr. Banjoko. "In my young adult years I was raised poltically by panthers, rebellious artists, poltical activists and urban educators in my world. This book, is a cliff note of that journey."

Pioneer Hip Hop journalist, Adisa Banjoko, hails from the San Francisco Bay Area. His articles have graced the pages of The Source, The Harvard Hip Hop Archive, XXL, Vibe, Yoga Journal, Grappling, Daveyd.com, Rapstation.com, Pacific News Service, and Allhiphop.com among others. His book "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.

Under the pen name ᶴThe Bishop of Hip Hopᶴ, Adisa Banjoko has entertained and educated many on Hip Hop culture, Eastern philosophy, Martial Arts, Islamic culture, and African American social issues. Host of the critically acclaimed One Mic Radio show, his poltically charged antics got him swiflty removed from the wickedly conservative 910 AM KNEW which host radio personalities such as Mike Savage and Bill O'rielly. "I knew I was doing something right, when they booted us", Adisa laughs. Nevertheless, his online support grew globally. Downloadable at www.lyricalswords.com, it has proven to be a core bridge between the Hip Hop and Political realms. Past guests include Presidential Candidate Al Sharpton, WMD Insp. Scott Ritter, Warren G, Jackie O, Paris, MC Lyte, Daz Dillenger, DJ QBert, T-La Rock and Wu-Tang Clan's Masta Killa.

Mr. Banjoko㙠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. 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. I'll be walking all over the streets of the Bay, LA, NY, the ATL and Philly with these books. Wherever people are getting boxed outta the game by these snakes and fakes, I'm gonna be handing out these swords to libirate 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.

For more information email Mieko at: PR@lyricalswords.com


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1092805531 - January 1, 1970 By : PUT YOURSELF OUT's highly anticipated "GRAND THEFT AUDIO 2" project is now available for preorder at: WWW.PUTYOURSELFOUT.NET. The project features 18 tracks of incredible music and features almost every artist imaginable including 2PAC, THE NOTORIOUS B.I.G. and EAZY-E! Preorder now and get "GTA2.5" before it is released to the public! Free! "GTA2.5" picks up where "GTA2" ends, so you are getting 2 big projects when you order one! As always, "GRAND THEFT AUDIO 2" is a *FREE* project (you only pay for shipping & handling). Units are moving fast, so don't wait too long to preorder your free copy!

1.ERRBODY THUGGED OUT: EDDIE KANE JR./N.U.N.E./SHADE SHEIST/SKANLESS
2.OTTA OTTA: SEAN PAUL/N.U.N.E./BEYONCE/SHADE SHEIST
3.STEP OUT: THE NOTORIOUS B.I.G./P.DIDDY/SHADE SHEIST N.U.N.E./BEENIE MAN/JOKER
4. SHITS MAJOR: N.U.N.E./SHADE SHEIST/SKANLESS
5.BOUNCEN: N.U.N.E./KURUPT/SKANLESS/SHADE SHEIST/SNOOP DOGG
6.MY SITUATION: THE NOTORIOUS B.I.G./SKANLESS/SHADE SHEIST/N.U.N.E./BIZZY BONE
7.CITY BOY (REMIX): TOM G.
8.ANYTHING U CAN HANDLE: SKANLESS/USHER/PETEY PABLO/ZONE(R.I.P.)/SHADE SHEIST
9.HARD FOR ME: SHORTY BANG/KAYNEZE/LOW MB(OFTB)
10.WHAT WOULD U DO: NATE DOGG/N.U.N.E./MARIAH CAREY/SHADE SHEIST
11.IM GONNA FUCK: N.U.N.E./KAYNEZE/SHADE SHEIST
12.HENNY N COKE: XL MIDDLETON/REV
13.BLOWIN INDO: LIL FLIP/TOW DOWN
14.KILL YOU IN YO SLEEP: 2PAC/SKANLESS/NITTY BLACK
15.REAL TREES: NATE DOGG/N.U.N.E./SHADE SHEIST/NITTY BLACK/SKANLESS
16.I BETCHA: JUVENILE/SKANLESS/SHADE SHEIST/N.U.N.E.
17.JOHN DOE: EAZY-E/DJ QUIK/SHADE SHEIST/AMG/HI-C/SWIFT
18.SHE LIKE MY PIMP: N.U.N.E./50 CENT/SHADE SHEIST/SKANLESS

PREORDER YOUR COPY NOW: WWW.PUTYOURSELFOUT.NET



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1092810126 - January 1, 1970 By : While the rap world is still shocked at 213's "Tha Hard Way" album not having a single Warren G produced track, the trio is busy promoting the record that dropped this tuesday in stores worldwide.

They made a quick appearance on Big Boy's Morning Show and played alot of songs from the record and announced a second 213 album in the making. Seeing as they took 10 years for the first one, I wonder when the 2nd one will drop!

Anyway, they announced Nate Dogg's solo album coming out next year, and it will feature the song Dolla Dolla Bill, that once was supposed to be the lead single to 213. Warren G mentioned that he is gonna focus on producing now, and that he's teaming up with his old group the 5 Footaz again.

You can go cop the record in stores now, and catch Snoop on tour with Linkin Park and KoRn.

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1093034431 - January 1, 1970 By : www.beatseekers.com is not up yet, but it's coming in the near future. Thanks to the homie Krazy Race, New World Games is in stores now bitches, pick that shit the fuck up after you read this update. He's putting this together, and in his own words it's "to be a website to showcase producers and to sell their tracks & beats to other artists/groups/labels/music supervisors etc."

Want info on how to get on the site? I got you covered.

Krazy Race needs:

A Bio either sent by U.S. Postal or E-Mail. There is a 250 words max.
2 High Resolution images via E-Mail
Credits
Production Style
Cost per track. Remember, you set your own prices.
1-3 instrumentals on CD or 44.1khz .wav files sent via E-Mail
or on CD, via Postal Service, of course, to be used as "snippets" for the website.

He has 30 producers ready for the site, but he's still looking for more.

E-Mail all info/questions or .wav files to: mcrprod@aol.com

Or to send press Kit/CD by mail:

MCR Productions
6745 Washington Ave. #188
Whittier, CA 90601

There's more involved, but I decided to leave the business end of how the site works off this update. Please E-Mail or contact Krazy Race for more info.

Stay tuned for www.beatseekers.com

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1093035825 - January 1, 1970 By : Freestyle Session 8-Annual B-Boy / B-Girl battle. Brought to you by: CROS1 and Grassroots Productions, Extra support by: Armory Hip Hop and Project Sweatshop.

Main Room: $20,000 B-Boy Battle. Winner will receive $5,000 and a trip to Japan for the Freestyle Session World Finals in Tokyo. Upon arrival in Japan crew will receive another $3,000. Also prizes from sponsors. Total cash and prizes will be over $20,000!

Dates: August 21st & 22nd 2004 (Saturday & Sunday)
Location: Aqua Dome, Long Beach
Address: 1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach CA 90802
Event hours: Saturday: 2 to Midnight & Sunday: 2 to 10:00pm
Food Court & Hip Hop Marketplace
All Ages

Performances from Blackalicious(Saturday), Big Daddy Kane(Saturday), DJ Jazzy Jeff(Saturday). Black Eyed Peas featuring Stylelements(Sunday), B-Boy Monster Squad, Slick Rick(Sunday), Q-Bert(Sunday), MURS(Sunday), DJ Relm, Wild Child of the LootPack and Stones Throw(Sunday). And more to be announced!

Also just added outside vending with DJ's spinning all day. Funk Style Session Room Featuring the dopest Funk Style DJ's Poppers, Lockers and Funk Stylists representing from all corners of the world.

Freestyle Session Room: This room will be non-stop music and will feature the top DJ's in all different types of music styles.

Confirmed DJ's: ELEMENT(Versatile DJ's/ AZ), Fingaz (1200 Hobos/Cali Untouchable DJ's), Charlie Rock (Rock Steady Crew), Abel (Faktions/Stack Vinyl), Pjoe (Faktions), Dynamix (Faktions), Derrick D (Triple Threat DJ's), Unique (Armory Hip Hop/Empire DJ's), Steven Flex (Armory Hip Hop/Empire DJ's), GRock (Empire DJ's), Ruthless (Empire DJ's), DJ MAR (Top Nation Japan)And many more to come.

Graff Battles: NYC vs LAMC. Battle hosted by ONE MAN ARMY.

B-Boy/B-Girl Battle: $5,000 cash to winning crew.

Brainstorm MC Battle Preliminaries: for $1000 and a trip to Seattle for the Brainstorm 4 battle at the Bumbershoot featuring Nasty Nas. Over 60 crews have entered so far. here

Buy tickets now or at doors day of show (cash only)

FOR MORE INFO Freestyle Session, DJ Element

VENDOR INFO: Wendigirl@aol.com

Here's The Flyer



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1093453623 - January 1, 1970 By : Kila Krock steps on the scene with a mug that's mean. Hailing from Lynwood California, Krock represents a new era of west coast music. Underground for years, Krock is finally ready to show the whole world what he has. With a voice that'll rumble through the air like a sonic boom, he's been told that its his aggressive word play and heavy tone that sets him apart form the normal rapper. And Krock's no stranger to performing either. He's opened up for well known artiest such as DJ Quik, Suga Free, KRS One, Slick Rick, and 2nd 2 None. He's also performed at colleges, clubs, and different city functions. "I believe that I'm one of the next unknown emcee
s to get that big break," quotes Krock. With many songs recorded and many more to come, Krock's ready for any thing. And with a mix tape on the way, he's destined to get his proper due.

Listen to a song by Kila Krock below:

Kila Krock - Niggaro

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1094026574 - January 1, 1970 By : Multi-platinum artist Eminem is readying his upcoming album, Encore, for a November 16 release on Aftermath/Interscope Records.

Encore will be the first full album of new Eminem material since 2002’s The Eminem Show, which spawned the hit singles “Without Me” and “Cleanin’ Out My Closet.” That album went on to sell over 19 million albums worldwide. He followed up in November 2002 with Music From And Inspired By The Motion Picture ‘8 Mile’, which featured the Academy Award winning song “Lose Yourself” and sold almost 9 million copies worldwide. Earlier this year, Eminem’s group D-12 released D-12 World (global sales over 3 million) and scored hits with “My Band” and “How Come”.


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1095116338 - January 1, 1970 By : Straight from Cincinatti, Ohio comes Main Flow. He was one of the first people to work with Cincinatti native producer Hi-Tek, now known for his collabs with Talib Kweli (Reflection Eternal), Mos Def and Snoop Dogg. You'll know Main from his group Mood, later Mission Control. After working with both crews respecitively, he went on a solo tip. He released various singles during that time. Well, now, he's ready to drop his new LP entitled "Hip-Hopulation." The album features an insane amount of names, ranging from Mikah 9(Freestyle Fellowship), Talib Kweli, Black Though(The Roots), Defari, Planet Asia, Raekwon, 7L & Esoteric, Killah Preist and more. It's not time to nap, after you read this, scoop this album up right away.

Here's the tracklist:

Intro (feat. Raekwon & David Blaine)
Loving The Game (feat. Planet Asia)
The Wire
Classic (feat. Black Thought & Donte of Mood)
Such A Fool (feat. Soulstice)
Hip Hop Worth Dying For (feat. Talib Kweli)
Hi-Tek Freestyle
Dice Role
Worldwide (feat. Defari & P Killer)
Mister Know It All (feat. Mystro)
She Like Me (feat. eLone)
Toys, Games
Delivery Tactics (feat. Mikah 9)
Street Pay (feat. 7L & Esoteric)
Never Imagined (feat. Killah Priest & Master Foul)
See It All (feat. GLK)
She Likes Me (Beyonder Remix)

Purchase from SandBoxAutomatic

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1095193337 - January 1, 1970 By : Finally! It's here. Sinful El Pecador of Tha Mexakinz's Spanish language album Confesiones De Un Pecador. It's been a long wait. We haven't had a Hip Hop album from either of Tha Mexakinz since about 1998. The wait is over. Time to step ya Spanish Rap game the fuck up. El Pecador was busting in Spanish before it was cool and he still, I don't know anyone out there that can touch him.

And, don't worry, Sinful's English language album is STILL on the way. He and I-Man are working together again, so expect big things from Tha Mexakinz in the near future. We'll be bringing you more info on their releases, as well as many more releases within the Hip Hop and specifically Latin Hip Hop communities.

Here's the tracklisting:

1. La Voz De La Calle - (interludio)
2. El Imperdonable
3. Atraccion Fatal
4. Por El Peor Camino
5. Manos El Aire
6. Orgullo Pecaminoso
7. Bombom
8. 90813
9. Solo Existe Uno
10. Pieza Diez
11. Madre Incomparable
12. Mi Confesion
13. Tragos Amargos
14. Sin Idea Decir Adios - (sida)

The album hits stores on the 21st, make sure to pick up your copy of the cd. Thanks to Wickiewicked of www.chicanoworld.2ya.com for pointing this out.


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1095644139 - January 1, 1970 By : Goldie Loc from Tha Eastsidaz entered into a distribution deal with Enexes.com (also deals with Bad Azz & Shade Sheist) to release not only his solo album, "Tha After Party" (buy here), but also what appears to be a compilation called "The Distributor".

We dont have much information on this project as of yet (outside of the promotional ad) but we'll keep you posted as details develop.
Check the links below for the ad. Thanks to Axle for this news.


Flyer 1
Flyer 2


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1095724383 - January 1, 1970 By : Baby Ree Productions/P3 Entertainment is a collaborative production/management company in the heart of Los Angeles managing such artists as Damizza, Knoc-Turn'Al and Butch Cassidy.

Damion Young, aka Damizza, founder of Baby Ree Productions, is not only internationally recognized as an artist, but also as a music producer, and has worked with avid artists including Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg, Ashanti and Nate Dogg, to name a few. He also works as Senior Director of Programming and Artist Relations at LA's Power 106 FM, the most influential hip hop radio station around.

Although he carries a busy schedule, Damizza never stops short of setting goals. His current passion is to reintroduce West Coast Hip Hop, and give world wide recognition to those originators and newcomers whom have lead up to its success throughout hip hop history.


Dubcnn will keep you updated on any happenigs around the Baby Ree camp as always.

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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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1095989987 - January 1, 1970 By : What's up, this is LatinaBeatz. Look for the review of the Krazy Race album "New World Games" 10/9/04

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1096622413 - January 1, 1970 By : JusFamilyRecords.com and Executive Branch Management Present the 9th Annual Portland, Orgeon Hip-Hop Festival: "Politics As Usual".

POH-Hop 9 Music Millennium In Store Performance

Thursday October 21st, 2004 6PM All Ages Free
MUSIC MILLENNIUM - Northwest
801 NW 23rd
Portland, OR 97210

Featuring:
Potluck(Humboldt Co., CA)
TrashHeap(Portland, OR)
SP(Olympia, WA)
and The World Famous DJ Chill

To check out the flyer for the event, check below:

Front Side |
Back Side

Nima

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1096981646 - January 1, 1970 By : Green Lantern remixed The Game's smash hit "Westside Story" on his newest tape Shade 45 (Sirius Business). It's a completely new beat, banging if you ask me, and they added Busta Rhymes to it who dropped an exclusive verse.

The shit is pretty dope, Busta talks about him being on Aftermath, and more. Check it out below:

The Game & Busta Rhymes - Westside Story (Remix)

Enjoy!

Nima

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1097238332 - January 1, 1970 By : Death Row Records, the cult rap and hip hop record label run by rap mogul Suge Knight; has signed a mobile deal with digital media company Buongiorno that will offer fans truetone sounds, wallpaper and videos of its artists for the first time.

The exclusive content deal will include material from rappers like Tupac Shakur, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg and Kurupt...


It will be distributed globally by Buongiorno in a deal brokered by entertainment industry specialist The Nickels Group.

Death Row Records is known as the pioneer of gangsta rap and was created by former Bobby Brown bodyguard Suge Knight in 1992. The label launched the careers of generation of artists, including the late Tupac Shakur.

Content available will include truetones of original classics such as Tupac's 'How Do You Want It' and Snoop Dogg's 'Who Am I (What's My Name)', as well as artists' videos and previously unreleased photographs.

Because the content is truetone, consumers get ringtones that are the original song rather than a polyphonic version of it.

According to Suge Knight, founder and CEO of Death Row Records: "We selected Buongiorno Vitaminic as our preferred partner due to its significant global distribution footprint and its unparalleled understanding of the wireless content space."

The agreement with Death Row Records is part of Buongiorno's strategy to offer high quality content services to mobile phones worldwide.

Burton Katz, managing director at Buongiono Vitaminic UK, said: "Gangsta rap has a cult status -- it makes sense to give fans of Death Row Records artists more ways to access both the music and the visuals."


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1098072966 - January 1, 1970 By : Peep out the review of Krazy Race's newly released C.D "New World Games."



Click here to check it out.



After reading the review, if you wanna listen to the CD or purchase it, you can do so at CDBaby.com. Support Independent West Coast Hip Hop!

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1098391807 - January 1, 1970 By : The homie XL Middleton just announced that he's going to be releasing "Fuck A Mixtape Vol.2" next week, October 29th to be exact. We have the cover to your left, click on the thumbnail to see the large version. The tracklisting is also below, and yes, this is a FREE mixtape, so when it's out, make sure to burn this shit and bump this shit and most important of all, SPREAD this shit! Let's get this cracking! Crown City Entertainment!

Here is the tracklisting:


1. Intro
2. Don't Get It Confused (prod. by Big Saccs)
3. Freestyle #1
4. Kiss U Back (feat. Young Tremayne)
5. Act A Fool (feat. Non-Cents & Firstborn)
6. Why U Still Talkin (prod. by Mic Entity)
7. Henny n Coke (feat. Rev)
8. Mo Stems Mo Seeds (feat. K-Duece)
9. Open Your Eyes
10. Drunken Evening Commercial
11. Dysfunctional
12. Whats Up On A Drink
13. Freestyle #2
14. World Class Assholes 2004 (feat. Non-Cents)
15. Corner Of My Eye (prod. by Big Moz)
16. Remember Me This Way
17. Freestyle #3
18. Saturday Rain (feat. Ginelle Desiree)

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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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1099359169 - January 1, 1970 By : Its going down Next Friday night, November 5th!

Location:

Mizt
8060 Florence Ave.
Downey, CA 90241
562-928-5759

They will start shooting around 7 or 8pm.
The shoot will only be for a couple hours...Try not to be late,
or you may not make the scene.

This will be for the club scene, and the only in the video
where "everyone" that reps "Krazy Race" or the "City of Angels"
can be a part of!

Then he'll be off on the solo mission with the director and camera man, floating around LA's landmarks filming more scenes for the video.

Come represent with us and rock your LA attire or b-boy/b-girl get up
or whatever you feel like wearing!!!

Any questions regarding the video shoot email me at:
mcrprod@aol.com

Peep the Review for Krazy Race's album


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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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1099974414 - January 1, 1970 By : San Diego's own Mary Jane Junkeez just droped their debut album "Operation:Gain Green" and it's hot!! You might remember Mary Jane Junkeez from the New West album and from Lil CS "In The Ghetto World" soundtrack. Below is the tracklist and contact info.

1. Intro
2. The Junkeez Have Arrived
3. Skit
4. Cherries and Blueberries
5. Mary Jane ft. Baby Stonafied
6. Pushin Tha Line
7. Solo Bolo
8. Indoinmyswisha ft. Smigg Dirtee and Jack Dee
9. Operation Gain Green ft. Yung Shazy
10. Beatin Like Child Abuse
11. Ain't Got Time
12. Real Woman ft. Chatney
13. Eazy
14. Chrome Feet
15. Junkee Musik
16. Feel So Good ft. I-Rocc
17. Sunny Ass Summer
18. He Got It

www.junkeezgotbomb.com

http://www.geocities.com/maryjanejunkeez/

breakinntables@yahoo.com

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1099975000 - January 1, 1970 By : I want everybody to check out the homie Complex from San Diego. He's on a whole different level. Very lyrical. Complex is also a member of the E-Mortal Gang. Their cd is entitled "Power Must Be Taken". Below is the tracklist and contact info for "West Coast MC'N"

1. If You Don't Know
2. Hoodlums ft. Mortal Gang
3. S.D.P.D.K. ft. Big Will
4. Down For Whatever ft. Baby Krown
5. Time 2 Mash
6. West Coast MC'N
7. Melodic Murder ft. Big Will & D.I.
8. Terror Dome ft. Cricet, Baby Krown, Contraband, Lil Bay Loc, & Bay Loc
9. Still Miss You ft. Problemz
10. Don't Get It Twisted
11. Face The Nation ft. Bay Loc
12. I Ain't No Joke (remix)
13. Martini & Rossi ft. VMF


http://www.complexmuzic.com

complex@cox.net

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1099976255 - January 1, 1970 By :

"Exposed" is an all-new, original half-hour series revealing the world beyond the celebrity interview through unprecedented access that only MuchMusic can provide! We are all aware of their professional side. The side you see in interviews, videos and in the press, but Exposed give you a chance to see a different side of your favorite artists that you maybe didn’t know they had. The show is shot documentary style where there is no “behind the scenes" because you get to see everything. Our VJ is your guide as we get to know the rock star, giving insight and commentary along the way. Catch today's top music stars on the road - relaxed and willing to spill with real reactions, infiltrating insights and off-the-cuff commentary.

Xzibit will be on this weeks episode of Exposed. The show will air:

November 11th @ 10:00pm ET/7:00pm PT, 11:00pm PT
November 12th @ 2:00am ET, 4:00pm ET/1:00pm PT, 10:30pm PT
November 13th @ 1:30am ET, 8:00am ET/5:00am PT

So if you get MuchMusic, make sure to check this out.



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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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1100268551 - January 1, 1970 By : This album is smashin'! Mr. X 2 The Z Xzibit returns with a bang! His highly anticipated album "Weapons Of Mass Destruction" which is set to drop Nov. 29th, is filled with heat from top to bottom. With guest appearances by the likes of Mitchy Slick, Phil Da Agony, Krondon, Suga Free, Butch Cassidy, Jellyroll, Busta Rhymes and more, this is a top contender for West Coast album of the year.

The first single Hey Now has been getting some airplay, although it hasn't been blowing up real big. It'll be interesting to see what X picks as his second single. I have some audio previews for ya'll to check out from the album, along with the video to the first single.

Make sure to pre-order this album RIGHT NOW by clicking HERE. Support the Pimp My Ride star. Our staff member SGV attended the listening party in L.A. last night, he will probably have another update for ya'll soon.

01 State Of The Union
02 LAX
03 Cold World
04 Saturday Night Live (ft. Krondon & Jellyroll)
05 Muthafucka
06 Beware Of Us (ft. Krondon & Phil Da Agony)
07 Judgement Day
08 Criminal Set (ft. Krondon)
09 Hey Now (Mean Muggin)
10 Ride Or Die (ft. Mitchy Slick)
11 Crazy Ho (ft. Suga Free, Butch Cassidy & Strong Arm Steady)
12 Big Barking
13 Tough Guy (ft. Busta Rhymes)
14 Scent Of A Woman
15 Klack (ft. Mitchy Slick & Krondon)
16 Back 2 The Way It Was


Again, make sure to place your pre-order now right HERE.


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1100525620 - January 1, 1970 By : Al Attles III (son and namesake of well-known professional basketball player Al Attles) alongside his producer, Lila Polite, has written and directed an urban comedy movie entitled "So Fresh, So Clean", starring Red Grant‚ Sadiki Fuller and Speedy. With a budget of around $1 Million, the movie set in Oakland showcases a day in the urban life of 2 broke friends/co-workers trying to grab a piece of the American dream. "It’s about two average Joe childhood‚ just over broke friends making their way at the Tidey Whitey dry cleaners and the mad cap mayhem that happens on any given day. Baby mama drama‚ break–ups‚ make–ups‚ con men‚ convicts and con jobs‚ foiled robberies and customers droppin’ mad science. You’ll just have to watch and see. It’s funny! Boughetto comedy at its best!" says Attles.

The movie is scheduled for release in early 2005, along with the official soundtrack entitled "Beats, Rhymes and Grooves (inspired by So Fresh, So Clean)", which features the Hannibal Leq smash "Shake Your Bottle", produced by DJ Slip (of Comptons Most Wanted fame).


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1100959900 - January 1, 1970 By : G-Unit Rapper Young Buck surrendered himself last night after he was caught on tape stabbing the person who assaulted Dr. Dre at te Vibe Awards this week.

Watch the video from ABC7 now here.

His trial is December 20th, we'll keep you updated on the newest happenings around this case.

Nima

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1101138163 - January 1, 1970 By : Every once and a while a mixtape comes out that has so many exclusive tracks that it should be considered an album, and this is one of them! Dj Warrior, one of the best from the West, links up with Clinton Sparks, one of the best from the East, to create this tight mixtape containing nothing but exclusive tracks and freestyles from some of hip hop’s top artists! Stat Quo also plays host on this one, and Da Riffs lace the joint with more than 10 exclusive new beats (along with a bunch from Clinton of course), making this a definite collectors item! There are exclusives from 2pac, Jadakiss, Fat Joe, State Property, The Clipse, Fabolous, Busta Rhymes, Stat Quo, NORE, and too many more top artists! We are going to let the audio previews below speak for the highlights on this one – listen to them and pick this up; the previews will have you fiending for more!

Make sure to order this tape online NOW for only $6,95 by clicking HERE! For overseas fans who wanna get their hands on this, you can email DJ Warrior at gotmixtapes@hotmail.com and he will forward you the PayPal information to get this.

Also make sure to check out the interview we recently conducted with DJ Warrior by clicking HERE

Here is the tracklisting, along with Audio Previews!

Clinton Sparks Side

1. Stat Quo Intro
2. Clinton Sparks Intro
3. State Property - State Prop Boys (Produced by Clinton Sparks) [Click for Preview]
4. Fabolous Freestyle
5. Jadakiss & Fat Joe - Be Easy (Produced by Clinton Sparks) [Click for Preview]
6. Clipse - Where You Been (Produced by Clinton Sparks)
7. Method Man - Now You Know (Produced by Clinton Sparks)
8. Fabolous - Whats Up Now (Produced By Scott Storch) [Click for Preview]
9. Notorious B.I.G & XL - I Like (Produced by Clinton Sparks)
10. Busta Rhymes Freestyle [Click for Preview]
11. N.O.R.E & Nature Freestyle
12. 2Pac - Thugs Get Lonely To (Produced By Eminem) [Click for Preview]
13. Crooked I Freestyle (Produced By Da Riffs)
14. Sly Boogie & Young Zee - Talk Shit (Produced By Da Riffs)
15. Stat Quo - Wanna Fight? (Produced By Da Riffs)
16. Method Man - Fuck Wit You (Produced By Da Riffs)
17. Rock & X-1 - We Don't Play Games (Produced By Da Riffs)

DJ Warrior Side

18. Stat Quo – Live & Direct
19. Cali Untouchable Djs Intro
20. Rifle Men (Mobb Deep/Kurupt/Jayo Felony/40 Glocc) - All Hoods
21. AB ft. 50 Cent - Infared [Click for Preview]
22. The Game & Faxtion - 4bent AKA Billboard R.I.P. [Click for Preview]
23. 2Pac - Hennesey [Click for Preview]
24. Stat Quo Exclusive Freestyle (Produced By Da Riffs) [Click for Preview]
25. Rah Digga Exclusive Freestyle (Produced By Da Riffs)
26. Ali Vegas - Cold Town (Produced By Da Riffs)
27. Method Man & Blaze - Keep it Movin
28. Balance & Scipio - L.A. to the Bay (Produced By Da Riffs)
29. Federation & Busta Rhymes -Twerk Somethin [Click for Preview]
30. Immortal Technique Exclusive Freestyle (Produced By Da Riffs)
31. Roscoe, Maylay, Tristate & King Tee - (Produced By Da Riffs)
32. King Tee – G’s - (Produced By Da Riffs)
33. Planet Asia Exclusive Freestyle (Produced By Da Riffs) [Click for Preview]
34. Scipio Exclusive Freestyle
35. DJ Warrior - Da Champ Is Here

Make sure to order this tape online NOW for only $6,95 by clicking HERE! For overseas fans who wanna get their hands on this, you can email DJ Warrior at gotmixtapes@hotmail.com and he will forward you the PayPal information to get this.

To stay updated on anything concerning DJ Warrior & the Cali Untouchables crew, head over to CaliUntouchables.com and sign up for the newsletter!

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1101140223 - January 1, 1970 By : Aw man, Arsen & Mista Cane comin' through again with some HEAT! The Bay Area duo, who are dropping their debut group album "High Risk, High Reward" soon, have provided us with two new tracks to release to the internet world! So make sure to check them both out below along with the official first single "Close 2 U" ft. Killa Keise which we premiered a few months back.

The new tracks are "Changes" ft. Sean T and "Contact". Check this shit out, and if you STILL don't know about Arsen & Mista Cane, head over to the interview section to read the interview we did with the duo a while back. Whatever you choose to do, DON'T SLEEP!

On to the audio:

Arsen & Mista Cane - Changes (ft. Sean T)

Arsen & Mista Cane - Contact

Arsen & Mista Cane - Close 2 U (ft. Killa Keise)

If you like what you hear, make sure to check out a FREE mixtape for download at servnu151.com!

Enjoy!

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1101173904 - January 1, 1970 By : A week and half ago, DubCNN was in full effect at the Sony offices for the Xzibit "Weapons Of Mass Destruction" listening party. I was gonna put up a review of what I thought of the album, but was shocked to see that it had already been leaked to the net. I didn't feel the need to let everyone know the scoop on the album, since most probably already heard it by then. But, with a little persuasive talks, thanks to Yash, I'll drop a tiny review. In the house that night was Super Producer Bosko, Latin Fros, Damizza and a few others. Sony were great hosts. They had an open bar the whole night, along with free Valet Parking, which I'm not used to, at all. So big ups to them for that, I for one appreciated it.

As for the album, it knocked, seriously. This is a major step up from Restless and Man Vs. Machine, both of which I disliked. The production was NICE on this album, very fitting for X. The features were crazy, Steady Gang on a track with Suga Free? WOW! Everyone held their own. For me, it was nice to hear Phil Da Agony and Krondon finally get the recognition they deserve. I felt X really got his bars up this go around. Since he's rollin' with SAS, it seems his mind is back in the right place. Make sure you cop this album. And here's some pics.

Xzibit 1
Xzibit 2
Xzibit 3
Poster 1
Poster 2

01 State Of The Union
02 LAX
03 Cold World
04 Saturday Night Live (ft. Krondon & Jellyroll)
05 Muthafucka
06 Beware Of Us (ft. Krondon & Phil Da Agony)
07 Judgement Day
08 Criminal Set (ft. Krondon)
09 Hey Now (Mean Muggin)
10 Ride Or Die (ft. Mitchy Slick)
11 Crazy Ho (ft. Suga Free, Butch Cassidy & Strong Arm Steady)
12 Big Barking
13 Tough Guy (ft. Busta Rhymes)
14 Scent Of A Woman
15 Klack (ft. Mitchy Slick & Krondon)
16 Back 2 The Way It Was


Again, make sure to place your pre-order now right here

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1101251178 - January 1, 1970 By : Hailing from North East Los Angeles, in the city of Highland Park, comes this bilingual wonder, known as Reazn. When I first met Reazn in August at the Latin Rap Conference in San Diego, we chopped game about Hip Hop and life in general, and clicked right away. He likes everyone from the Dungeon Family to Too Short, not to mention he lives the B-Boy lifestyle. He breaks, he emcees and he graf's, retaining 3 of Hip Hop's key elements. He's not just some Chicano Rapper you hear on Pocos Pero Locos.

Flipping in English and Spanish, Reazn is a rarity in the Hip Hop game. He's no slouch in either language, when he busts, he's as serious as cancer. On his album La Razon De Ser, translated as Reason Being, he touches on the streets, his life, growth and a number of other social concepts that are rarely touched upon in Hip Hop, especially in Latin Hip Hop. His album is tough, I bumped it the weekend I got it, and haven't stopped yet. I conducted a real short Mini Interview outside of Sinful of Tha Mexakinz' album release party with Reazn. Peep that to get insight from the man himself. I'll put text up for it soon, and believe me, I'll bring a more in depth interview soon, as well.

Here is 3 songs from his album, so you can hear what he's working with. First is the catchy Espanol O Ingles, then we got, exactly what the title suggests, something new in the track Algo Nuevo and last but not least, Reazn invites you into his life with Welcome To My World. If you enjoyed these tracks, or want to hear more of Reazn, you can cop the album for 10 dollars or listen to a few more tracks here.

Shouts to the whole Contraband Records crew!!!

Now I'm going to take you just East of Los Angeles, into the Desert area, in a VERY important city in California, for the growth of Latinos, called Coachella. Here we find Malverde. He brings an amazing presence on the mic. He flips his raps in Spanish like no other. The first time I heard his album I was hooked. His rhymes are intelligent, yet understandable and rather catchy. I also conducted a Mini Interview with the man outside of Sinful's release party, so go ahead and listen to that to hear more from him and who he is. Much like with Reazn, we'll bring you a more indepth interview with Malverde soon. He has a lot to say, and DubCNN is willing to be the outlet for that.

On to his album. Mi Palabra, which means "My Word," contains 13 tracks, fully in Spanish. Even though some of you may not be able to understand Spanish, the production WILL catch your attention, without a doubt. He carries a militant mindset, with the ability to move the crowd. He pays his respects for the man he got his name from, Jesus Malverde, as well as brings to light issues he's lived with and many others who came up as he did, have lived with. To get a taste of Malverde, here's three tracks, as well:

The title track, Mi Palabra, the infectious Sonador and finally the insightfull Asi So Yo.

If you enjoyed those tracks, make sure you head to his Official Site and cop the album.

Both of these artists are performing tonight at the House Of Blues on the Sunset Strip. I strongly suggest peeping this show out, to not only see them, but Crooked Stilo, Kemo, Mellow Man Ace and others.

Latin Hip Hop is here, and it ain't a game anymore!!! Latinos stand the fuck up!

SGV

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1101773141 - January 1, 1970 By : What it do people, This ya boy RODZILLA of SERVN U 151/ALLIANCE-MUSIC GROUP and now a new member of the dubcnn.com clickelation !!!! haha, much luv and respect to everyone on the team. Let's do the damm thang.

New CELLY CEL is finally ready to drop. Release Date = Feb. 15th, 2005. And this time it's for real. After years of fans asking where he is, he has finally returned. The new album entitled "It's real out here", will be on Real Side Records, with features such as: Juvenile, Kurupt, E-40, W.C, Federation, Jay Tee & more. Album includes a Poster + a DVD with all new footage. NEW CELLY. oh boyeeee.

The New BABY BASH is also getting wrapped up. After his successful Gold Certified "The Smoking Nephew", he will be back and better than ever.

According the homie C-4, The new album features: Nate Dogg, Avant, Akon, Butch Cassidy, Suga Free, Richie Rich, Pitbull, Tony Sunshine, E-40, Mac Dre (R.I.P), Franky J, A-Wax, Mr. Kee, Don Cisco, Jay Tee, Bosko, Paul Wall, Rasheed, Lucky Luciano, Grim & more. oh boyeeee!!!!

Production by Akon, Fredwreck, and Happy P etc.

"This album shits on all Bay albums that came out in the last 5 years, including all of mine. 4 or 5 radio hits, top notch production, mixed in million dollar studios in New York & Miami. Real shit. A haters worst nightmare." - Playa Jay Tee.

We will bring you the cover and single as soon as they are revealed.

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1102017633 - January 1, 1970 By : Every once and a while a mixtape comes out that has so many exclusive tracks that it should be considered an album, and this is one of them! DJ Warrior, one of the best from the West, links up with Clinton Sparks, one of the best from the East, to create this tight mixtape containing nothing but exclusive tracks and freestyles from some of hip hop’s top artists! Coast Control finds Stat Quo also playing host, and Da Riffs lacing the joint with more than 10 exclusive new beats (along with a bunch from Clinton of course), making this a definite collectors item! There are exclusives from 2pac, Jadakiss, Fat Joe, State Property, The Clipse, Fabolous, Busta Rhymes, Stat Quo, NORE, and too many more top artists!

Make sure to order this tape online NOW for only $6,95 by clicking HERE! For overseas fans who wanna get their hands on this, you can email DJ Warrior at gotmixtapes@hotmail.com and he will forward you the PayPal information to get this.

Also make sure to check out the interview we recently conducted with DJ Warrior by clicking HERE

Here is the tracklisting:

Clinton Sparks Side

1. Stat Quo Intro
2. Clinton Sparks Intro
3. State Property - State Prop Boys (Produced by Clinton Sparks)
4. Fabolous Freestyle
5. Jadakiss & Fat Joe - Be Easy (Produced by Clinton Sparks)
6. Clipse - Where You Been (Produced by Clinton Sparks)
7. Method Man - Now You Know (Produced by Clinton Sparks)
8. Fabolous - Whats Up Now (Produced By Scott Storch)
9. Notorious B.I.G & XL - I Like (Produced by Clinton Sparks)
10. Busta Rhymes Freestyle
11. N.O.R.E & Nature Freestyle
12. 2Pac - Thugs Get Lonely To (Produced By Eminem)
13. Crooked I Freestyle (Produced By Da Riffs)
14. Sly Boogie & Young Zee - Talk Shit (Produced By Da Riffs)
15. Stat Quo - Wanna Fight? (Produced By Da Riffs)
16. Method Man - Fuck Wit You (Produced By Da Riffs)
17. Rock & X-1 - We Don't Play Games (Produced By Da Riffs)

DJ Warrior Side

18. Stat Quo – Live & Direct
19. Cali Untouchable Djs Intro
20. Rifle Men (Mobb Deep/Kurupt/Jayo Felony/40 Glocc) - All Hoods
21. AB ft. 50 Cent - Infared
22. The Game & Faxtion - 4bent AKA Billboard R.I.P.
23. 2Pac - Hennesey
24. Stat Quo Exclusive Freestyle (Produced By Da Riffs)
25. Rah Digga Exclusive Freestyle (Produced By Da Riffs)
26. Ali Vegas - Cold Town (Produced By Da Riffs)
27. Method Man & Blaze - Keep it Movin
28. Balance & Scipio - L.A. to the Bay (Produced By Da Riffs)
29. Federation & Busta Rhymes -Twerk Somethin
30. Immortal Technique Exclusive Freestyle (Produced By Da Riffs)
31. Roscoe, Maylay, Tristate & King Tee - (Produced By Da Riffs)
32. King Tee – G’s - (Produced By Da Riffs)
33. Planet Asia Exclusive Freestyle (Produced By Da Riffs)
34. Scipio Exclusive Freestyle
35. DJ Warrior - Da Champ Is Here

Make sure to order this tape online NOW for only $6,95 by clicking HERE! For overseas fans who wanna get their hands on this, you can email DJ Warrior at gotmixtapes@hotmail.com and he will forward you the PayPal information to get this.

To stay updated on anything concerning DJ Warrior & the Cali Untouchables crew, head over to CaliUntouchables.com and sign up for the newsletter!

To the left, you see the cover of the Scipio/Game mixtape put out by Warrior and DJ Strong, called Cali Untouchables Radio Pt. 3. Well that boy Scipio, for those who are still sleeping, is one of the illest emcees out right now. I was priveleged enough to be with Scipio, Warrior, Strong, Da Riffs and others when they were filming a DVD. During that time, I was able to sit down and do a quick interview with Scipio. We talk about his outlook on his career, Ras Kass, the state of Los Angeles Hip Hop and much more. On top of that, I was also able to grab the producer team of the moment Da Riffs and get an interview with them, too. As you can see with Coast Control, they do most of the production on these mixtapes and, as you'll hear in the interview, they handle tons of production for Video Games. We speak about who they've worked with, plan on working with, their musical tastes and more. Peep those interviews out, as audio for the moment, and don't forget to cop DJ Warrior's mixtapes and support Scipio and Da Riffs also!

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1102127224 - January 1, 1970 By : This season, hiphop merges with Hollywood in a major way as the third and final film to be released from the mega-popular “Blade” trilogy spotlights Kool Keith and his group Thee Undatakerz’ innovative CD and their single, “Party In The Morgue." The New Line Cinema Blade series’ grand finale, “Blade: Trinity,” starring Wesley Snipes, features cutting edge filmmaking, special effects and technologically advanced creative sound effects, making it a high-tech, cinemascopic auditory experience for hiphop fans.
Highlighting the innovative score, composed by Wu Tang leader RZA, is the film’s climactic fight scene, which is set to the song by Kool Keith and The Undatakerz’ “Party In The Morgue,” taken from the CD, “Kool Keith Presents Thee Undatakerz” which was produced by the critically acclaimed DJ Daniel Merlot.
Already having received rave reviews, “Party In The Morgue” along with its innovative music video, has been compared to the controversial, mega-hit “Smack My Bitch Up,” the Kool Keith and Prodigy collaboration that achieved multi-platinum status worldwide.
“Kool Keith Presents Thee Undatakerz” featuring the “Party In The Morgue” track was released by Activate Entertainment. The album features a hybrid disc, which plays the CD on all standard audio players. It also contains an enhanced format, so if played in a DVD player, the music video for the title track can be viewed.
What also contributes to making the album an item that is much sought after by hiphop fans is that the disc also contains an a cappella hidden bonus track of “Party In The Morgue,” so that fans can make their own mix and send them to the record label at http://www.2activate.com to enter a competition. The producer of the winning remix will receive a record deal and an appearance on a major upcoming movie soundtrack.
In other Kool Keith activity, Daniel Merlot of the group Crash Berlin, has recorded a self-titled album that will be released on February 1, which contains the European smash collaboration with Kool Keith, “Movin’ The Hype Track.”
Meanwhile, the soundtrack album of the “Blade: Trinity” film has also been released, on which artists joining Kool Keith and the Undatakerz include Raekwon, RZA, E-40, Fat Joe, Ghostface Killah, Lil Flip and the late, great, Old Dirty Bastard


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1102129368 - January 1, 1970 By : This is a definit MUST CHECK for every single one of you. Make sure to check out this interview. We the chance to talk to Young Dre, aka The Truth. In this interview, you get the chance to hear out a real rider, a real gangsta, something alot of artists out there are fronting to be. This is a straight to the point interview with no holds barred, and it's gonna hurt some feelings no doubt. From Eminem, to Game, 50 Cent, Dipset, everybody gets mentioned. He speaks on his new mixtape, album, and movies (he's appeared in Malibu's Most Wanted and My Baby's Daddy).

This cat is hot, and for those who don't know yet, I have his official street banger right here for ya'll to download exclusively, shoutout to Dre for letting us do our thang wit it. It's called "Hood National", banging ass song, make sure to download it below, and check out the interview.

To check out the interview, click here.

To check out "Hood National", click below:

Young Dre = Hood National (MP3)

Enjoy!!

PS: The DJ Quik interview should be up tomorrow, so keep your eyes open for that, check back right here tomorrow! But for now, get to reading/listening on this Young Dre shit, cause it's hot! As always, you can email me feedback to nima@dubcnn.com.

Nima

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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.


SGV

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1102384371 - January 1, 1970 By : DubCNN.com, The Company Records & DJ Warrior Present: LatinRapWorldWide.com The Mixtape.

The world of Latin Hip Hop is about to be hit by a major Earthquake. The homie Junior of RapTalk.net and I are starting up a new Website, LatinRapWorldWide.com. It's gonna be strictly Latin Hip Hop, I'm talking only the best, beacause we're changin' the game. Bringin' everyone from Don Abusivo to Chino XL together, in one place. You'll get up to date news on Latin Hip Hop, interviews, reviews and live coverage of shows and events!

On top of all that, to introduce this website, we've enlisted the Mixtape King of L.A., DJ Warrior, to help craft a monsterous Mixtape. We've already got some heavyweight artists confirmed for the project, but I'm not going to drop any names, just yet. We also got some of the illest underground and independent Latin emcee's contributing, as well. But, that don't mean we're stoppin' there. We're sending out an open invitation to ALL Latin emcees, male and female alike, to send tracks in. Only requirement is good music! We appreciate all contributions, but anything we feel that is not up to par with the rest of the material, will not make the tape.

Mixtapes are something the Latin Hip Hop industry has not really dipped into, but we're here to change that. They are great forms of promotion. Mainstream and Underground alike, here's your chance to rep Latinos to the fullest. We ask for tracks to be sent in A.S.A.P. When you're ready to send us your work, contact me via SGV@Dubcnn.com and I'll shoot you the address and all other information needed. DJ Warrior is asking for High Quality tracks on a CD WITH an Instrumental to be sent in, so please do so.

Look out for LatinRapWorldWide.com to do big things in the future! It's time to step ya game up! LatinRapWorldWide.com The Mixtape COMING VERY SOON! Shouts to Junior and DJ Warrior for helping make this happen!!!

Peace and Thanks

SGV


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1102546274 - January 1, 1970 By : Be on the lookout for the new mixtape from Lloyd AKA Kontajuz (prononced contagiouss) which will be available on Westcoastaftershock.com and Worldwideconnected.com soon titled "Rise & Shyne vol. 1".

It's hosted by 40 Glocc of The Riflemen and features unheard tracks from artists such as Yukmouth, Dru Down, Monsta Ganjah, Duracel, Yung Skrilla, Kurupt, Crooked I, 40 Glocc, IV Life Family, Dresta The Gangsta, Bad Azz, YoungLucky, Envy, Blackwallstreet and many, many more.

Lloyd speaks on the mixtape "Where can i start? This tape is just the people that's hot right now and need to shine and still on the rise u feel me? Rise & Shyne! I'm a 100% sure y'all gone dig this one"... It's the truth, check it out".

Keep it locked on Dubcnn for more info regarding this project.

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1102935781 - January 1, 1970 By : I got some brand new audio from Afroman for ya'll. The "Because I Got High" star is getting ready to release two projects. He got his brand new solo album "4ro:20" (smokers know what he's talking about!) and a compilation titled "Hungry Hustlerz". Now wether you like 'Fro's rapping or not is one thing. But a fact you can't deny is the really dope production on the records.

I have three preview tracks here for ya'll, one from his solo, and two from the compilation. I also have both covers, to enlarge his solo album cover, click on the thumbnail to your left, to enlarge the cover of the comp, click on the right.

Check out the tracklistings below, and click on the highlighted tracks to listen to the songs. If you like what you hear, click here to order the CD now!

Big shoutout to the homie Jay "Sergeant Slaughter" Walton for all his help.

"Fro:20"
1. Trip
2. Beer Bottle Up
3. Ghetto Life
4. On Tha Mic
5. Check Out My Website
6. Tha More U Drink
7. Take A Hit
8. Come On
9. Life Of Tha Party
10. Smoke A Blunt

"The Hungry Hustlerz"
1. Check This Out (2 Zigg Zaggs / Mr. Mixxx)
2. Dirty South Legend (Mr. Mixxx)
3. Going Out Tonite (Blaq, Afroman, & Strainj)
4. Where I'm From (Blaq, Afroman, Strainj, & Po-Boy)
5. Eye Of The Storm (Blaq, Afroman, Strainj, & Po-Boy)
6. I'm Ballin (Afroman, LowKey)
7. Shake Your Ass (Afroman / Mr Mixxx)
8. Money Make The World Go Round (Afroman / Blaq)
9. Palmdale Is Tha City (Afroman / Fatsoe)
10. Talkin' To My Homies (Afroman / Strainj)
11. Still Smokin (Afroman / Po-Boy)
12. The First Time (Strainj)
13. Hungry Hustla Hollas (Afroman)


Nima

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1103489740 - January 1, 1970 By : Soon to be posted,
My Interview's with:

Global City On their album "Four Corners to the Block" About a diverse group growing up in L.A'S Underground Hip Hop culture and what they bring to the game.


Kemo "The Blaxican" Speaks to me exclusively on his new C.D. "Simple Plan" going solo, his recent break up with Delinquent Habits, and his new clothing line Joint Clothing

I recently did a Review on KrazyRace's album New World Games, now I got the opportunity to Interview him on his unique style.

You can also vote for the above mentioned or who you want on DIVINEFORCERS.ORG >>>heard every friday night from 10pm to 1am pacific standard time on 90.7 fm in Los Angeles, 98.7 fm Aanta Barbara, ca and world wide on divinforces.org.

Divine Forces radio is asking you the listener for your top 5 conscious hip-hop joints of the gregorian year! >>vote for your Top 5 revolutionary-conscious hip-hop songs of the year >>vote for your top 5 overall hip-hop songs of the year (obstain from human degrading songs) >>most slept on rapper of the year? >>most overrated rapper of the year? top 5 songs with the most votes in both categories will be played on divine forces radio on friday night December 31st beginning at 10pm dead line for submissions is nimrod day December 25th!

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1103641325 - January 1, 1970 By : Crazy Noise Productions is proud to present the new mix-tape by Detroit's own, Wesley Valentine called, "Money & Muscle" (The Official Mix-Tape). This project features exclusive tracks and freestyle over the hottest industry tracks. Wes teams up with the 8 mile movie bad guy, Strike a.k.a. Lycety Split on the cut, "Strong Arm Confrontation," and rappers--- Obie Trice, Mr. Wrong an Bandit unites for the DJ Butter produced joint, "1701" dedicated to the birthdate of Detroit, MI. Other guest stars includes, Royce Da 5'9, Gunz, Naam and Lou Diamondz from the Stand Entertainment label. Wesley Valentine debut album, Action Speaks Louder Than Words (Crazy Noise Prodcutions)

Check out a preview song below, by clicking on the highlighted song.

1. Listen Up!(Intro)
2. MVP
3. Strong Arm Confrontation Featuring Strike (Mountain Climbaz), Gunz
4. Breathless
5. Hot! (Off Ya Dome)
6. Dirt Off Ya Shoulders..(Freestyle) Featuring Royce Da 5'9
7. Menace To Detroit
8. Moms Cry
9. What Happen To The Hoes?
10. All The Time (Freak)
11. Ballin' At The Pistons Game
12. Heaters Clap Featuring Lou Diamondz, Naam (Stand Up Ent:)
13. Let Me In (Freestyle)
14. Lookin While I'm Servin'
15. It's Motown (Exclusive DJ King David) produced by: Vellis D' Grate for YBP
16. Slim Goodies (Roll Wit Me)
17. 1701 Featuring Mr. Wrong, Bandit, Obie Trice
18. Hood To Hood (Outro)
Bonus: Stole My Heart (Clean Version)

If you like what you hear, order the mixtape now over at rensoul.com.

Nima

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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
F.I.L.T.H.E.E. of F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants
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
Dutch & F.I.L.T.H.E.E. 2
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
Sick Jacken of Psycho Realm 2
Sick Jacken of Psycho Realm 3
B-Real
Crow, B-Real & FM
Sick Jacken of Psycho Realm 4
Jack & B-Real 1
Jack & B-Real 2
Cynic, Jacken, Crow, B-Real
Cynic, Friend, Jack, FM, Crow, B-Real


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1103957566 - January 1, 1970 By : The newest and hottest talent out of Dago and Watts, The Bloc Runnaz come with one of if not the best mixtape on the Westcoast right now. With a Crip (Broadway), a Blood (Wes Gutta), and a South Dago Mexican rapper (Hood). They’re coming together and bringing something for any and everyone. You can download the mixtape for free at www.soundclick.com/blocrunnaz or at westcoastrydaz.

Look out for the new mixtape coming soon from their presented by
The Bloc Runnaz
DJ Sparrow
DJ/Producer

Tracklist
1. Ready 4 War - Static, Broadway
2. U Wanna Be Us- Broadway, Hood, Nina
3. Ready 2 Ride? - Hood, Broadway, Wes Gutta
4. Where We From - Wes Gutta, Broadway, Hood
5. We Gon Ride - Hood, Broadway
6. Fever - Nina, Broadway, Wes Gutta, Hood
7. Bloc Run - Hood, Broadway, Nina
8. Get Em' - Broadway, Hood, Wes Gutta
9. Problems - Broadway, Wes Gutta, Hood
10.Bloc's Theme - Broadway, Hood, Mantis
11.Bloc Hop - J. Blackwell, Hood, Broadway, Wes Gutta
12.Skit
13.Lean Back - Hood, Broadway, Wes Gutta
14.Streets of Cali - Broadway
15.Bloc'd Up - Wes Gutta, Hood, Broadway, Nina
16.Runnaz Clap - J. Blackwell, Broadway, Hood, Wes Gutta
17.Rep The Bloc - Hood, Relative Ray, Broadway
18.Who Do U Turn 2? - Hood ft. Nina
19.So Gone - Nina ft. Broadway
20.Dont Want No Problems - Wes Gutta
21.In The End (Outro)

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1104095065 - January 1, 1970 By : To all Beatmakers and Producers:



BEATSEEKERS.COM is going to be a "website" KrazyRace is going to showcase for
PRODUCERS to "sell" their/your tracks exclusively or license, to other
artists, labels, music supervisors, and websites.
What KrazyRace Needs from you by Jan.10th is:

1. 250 word max. bio (emailed) or mailed

2. 1-2 High Resolution images (emailed) or mailed

3. Credits (not mandatory) will help you sell tracks though

4. production style (give a few keywords to help seek for your tracks)

5. Cost, per track $ (you set your own prices)

6. most importantly 1-3 instrumentals on CD as Audio or 44.1khz wav files
to send by email to be used for the website

KrazyRace makes 15-20% off of each track you sell, at the price you set.

(simple one page agreement, to make it legit between you and Him.)

The Site is in its creation phase, as KR collects all the info/audio from
all the producers who want that world-wide exposure and a chance to make
some loot for what you love to do.

ALL "genres" of production excepted!!!!

email all info/questions or wav files to: mcrprod@aol.com
or to send press kit/CD by mail:

MCR Productions
6745 Washington Ave. #188
Whittier, CA 90601
attn: beatseekers

BEATSEEKERS.COM will LAUNCH WORLDWIDE in FEB. 2005!



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1104423604 - January 1, 1970 By : The Dirty Dirty and the Dub hookin' up again. Dogg Pound Gangsta Daz Dillinger hooked up with 8Ball & Yo Gotti this week to get in the studio and lay down a track. The song is called "Hood Niggaz". No word on where the song will end up yet. Click on the thumbnail to your left to enlarge the picture of Diggy Daz, 8Ball & Gotti in the studio.

Stay tuned right here for more news on this!

Nima

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1104764156 - January 1, 1970 By : Damion Young, pka “Damizza”, Senior Director of Programming & Artist Relations, retires from KPWR FM - Power 106 - in Los Angeles after an illustrious 18-year career. Damion Young arrived at KPWR in 1995 as an entry level board-op, quickly rising to Music Director in 1997; becoming Assistant Programming Director by 1999. Under Damion’s innovative leadership, the station’s format switched to hip-hop music, bringing it to the mainstream audience which launched the radio station to become #1 in Los Angeles for a record-breaking 10 straight Arbitron books, while always humbly giving credit to the formats artists. As an 18-year radio professional, he’s been wildly successful programming a variety of formats - from rock at Y97, oldies at KIST, to hip-hop at KPWR, concurrently doing production work on albums selling in excess of 25 million copies from artists Ja-Rule, Mariah Carey, Westside Connection, Nate Dogg, The Fast & Furious Soundtrack, Dark Angel Soundtrack, The Glitter Soundtrack, & True Crimes Street’s of LA. During his career at Power 106 he is best known for developing the biggest and most memorable promotions in radio history, reuniting rap icons, Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg in Hawaii which led to them recording the Chronic 2001 album; showcasing Eminem at his first radio performance, which launched this international phenomenon’s career; and the “Puffy in Paradise” promotion which brought together lifestyle celebrities such as 112, Jadakiss, Lil’ Kim, Mase and Shaquille O’Neil. Young re-launched the Westside Connection project by producing the lead single “Lights Out” featuring Knoc-Turn’Al, and helped in coordinating Dr. Dre’s “Chronic 2001 Up In Smoke Tour”. When asked why he is retiring at the young age of 30, Young replied “Don’t worry I’ll be back before you’re lonely.”

Damion Young, pka Damizza, CEO of Baby Ree Entertainment has just released volume 3 of his mixtape series. The cd is hosted by platinum artists Mariah Carey, Ice Cube, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Young Buck, DJ Quik, Ashanti, Fat Joe, Nate Dogg, Mack 10, Sly Boogy & TQ. Multi-platinum producer Damizza oversaw and produced the majority of the beats on the mixtape which showcases the next wave of West Coast hip-hop talent. Coming off volume 2 which was hosted by world famous model/actress Pamela Anderson, Damizza & Baby Ree/P3 Entertainment continue to brand itself as the next generation in West Coast music.

For more information on how to obtain a free copy of Damizza Presents: The BABY REE Mixtape Vol.3, visit www.BABYREE.com


Yash

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1104843446 - January 1, 1970 By : This should be a hot event. On January 21st, Snoop Dogg, the Young Bloodz, Roy Jones JR, Trevino, DC & morewill be performing in Reno, NV @ the Golden Pheonix Casino.

For prices and more information on how to get tickets, hit up NorCalUnderground.com.

After Party's with Appearances by all the Performers, Snoop's DJ, DJ JAM on the tables plus DENNIS HOF with his World Famous BUNNY RANCH GIRLS, LEATHERFACE and THE EXECUTIONER from MTV's Viva La Bam Show & more.

Nima

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1104883334 - January 1, 1970 By : Damn that was quick huh... Told ya'll I'll be back with more news about the upcoming Suga Free album "Just Add Water" which they have just started working on. My homie grafikpimp was present at one of their studio sessions at Kenny McCloud's studios the other day and got some info and pictures for our visitors right here at the Dub.

Also look for the first single to be premiered here around the end of the 1st quarter of 2005. The guest appearances for the album aren't confirmed yet, but look for some hot names... What I've heard has been very promising. We're also going to be conducting a video interview with the Neighbourhood Playa Patna himself, so lookout for that coming soon.

Suga Free was in the lab with his crew, including producer Freeze who had produced the unreleased song "Cool" which was buzzing all over, which didn't make Free's last album due to sample clearance. Also present were Kenny McCloud, Mike (Free's Cousin), Clue Dawg, J-Steez and more.

From what we heard, the song they layed down last night, produced by Freeze, and with Clue Dog on the hook, is sounding real promising, hopefully Free will deliver another banger with "Just Add Water"!

Check out some pictures below, and lookout for our video interview, which will clear up alot of rumours, including the situation with DJ Quik.

Pictures:

Suga Free & The Crew (from left to right): Kenny McCloud, one of the homies, Mike (Frees Cousin), Suga Free, Clue Dawg, J-Steez, Freeze

Suga Free J-Steez Choppin' Game

Freeze & J-Steez In The Lab

Also, incase you missed it, here is the song "On Point" from J-Steez album "Up For The Crown" ft. Suga Free, 40 Glocc & Weasel Loc:

J- Steez - On Point (ft. Suga Free, 40 Glocc & Weasel Loc)

Enjoy, and shouts out to Grafikpimp, J-Steez & the Rooftop Music Family!

Nima

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1105229041 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn Brings you a preview of the B-Real mixtape "The Gunslinger"

Order a copy on his official website www.Brealonline.com. It's only $14 US, $18 Worldwide.

Check the tracklisting below:

01) Never Back Down (Feat Willie Malo & O Brown)
02) Ease Back (Feat. Trace Midas)
03) Let Me Blaze
04) Hold You Down (Feat Sick Jack and Mellow Man)
05) Creepin on Ya (Feat. Son Doobie & Cynic)
06) Warriors
07) This Is How We Ride
08) Runnin Shit
09) Por Que (Feat. Trace Midas)
10) No Model (Feat. Son Doobie & Filthee)
11) Thug Nation (Feat. Willie Malo & Nev)
12) American Psycho III (Feat. Bizarre and Eminem)
13) Back to the Apple
14) Boom Boom (Feat. Outthere)
15) Skit
16) Shut the F*ck up(Feat. Subliminal Orphans)
17) Time to Be Known (Feat. Minus P)
18) breathe (feat. sub zer0)


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1105400501 - January 1, 1970 By : The one and only Young Dre aka The Truth is getting ready to drop his mixtape "Past, Present, Future" through his independent label KC3 Monumental.

The mixtape will be available online for purchase. It will downloadable in MP3, payments will be made through PayPal at mixtapemp3.com.

The CD is currently being remastered, and from the songs I was able to peep, it's smashing! We will of course bring you some audio real soon. For those who don't know about Young Dre yet, check out our controversial in-depth interview with him here, and check out his single "Hood National" here.

The mixtape will have production by Dr. Dre (a new track, not a cover), Rick Rock, Fredwreck and many more, and guest appearances by the likes of Krayzie Bone, Asu, Gee Money and more. To enlarge the cover to your left, simply click on it.

Be on the lookout for Young Dre, cause he will proceed to wake all of you up in a second!

Nima

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1105690885 - January 1, 1970 By : What's going on? Remember that Young Dre aka The Truth mixtape "Past Present Future" I told ya'll about? (If you missed the update, scroll down the page a bit to check it out).
Well as promised I'm back with some exclusive audio from the mixtape. Matter of fact I put together a 5 minute sampler of the mixtape, to give ya'll an idea of what most of the songs sound like.
Keep in my mind that these recordings are about 2-3 years old, Young Dre's new solo stuff is actually shitting on this, although that may seem hard to believe.

The first song on the sampler is produced by Dr. Dre and is called "Synonomous II". Other producers include Rick Rock & Fredwreck. Check out the sampler in MP3 quality below, and be on the lookout for the mixtape to drop on mixtapemp3.com.

Young Dre The Truth - Past Present Future Mixtape Sampler (4mb)

And for those who STILL don't have it:

Young Dre - Hood National

Check out our interview with Young Dre from last month here.

Enjoy!

Nima

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1105717383 - January 1, 1970 By : Strong Arm Steady Gang artist Mitchy Slick announced his follow up to his underground banger "Triggeration Station" a while ago in his interview at westcoast2k.net. The new album is called "Urban Survival Syndrone", and is set to drop very soon. U.S.S. will have guest appearances by the likes of Xzibit, WC, Tash, Luni Coleone, Lil Mitch, Tiny Doo, Damu, T-Nutty, Messy Marv and more.
The homie Nemo from siccness.net posted up the cover for everybody to check out, we have it here for you too, click on the thumbnail to your left to enlarge it.

We will have more information on this record here for you real soon.

Nima

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1105911653 - January 1, 1970 By : Fresno representative Planet Asia has allowed us to release a low budget video he recently shot during his tour through Germany. The video was shot in Berlin in November, and is for the song "Knowledge Power", produced by Architecht. This song is exclusive, never heard before, so this is a World Premiere at the same time! Oh boy!

For those who'd like to take a peak at how his Germany performance was, I'm also gonna have parts of his concert online for download.

Download the video below, it's in .mov format, meaning you need Quick Time Player to view it. The file is 21mb big and in good quality. This is just a little gift from Asia to the fans, some exlcusive shit for ya'll. Shouts out to Walt Liquor once again.

Planet Asia - Knowledge Power (Video) (20mb)

Enjoy, and make to be on the lookout for his upcoming album "The Medicine" coming soon, which is produced by Evidence & Alchemist. To always stay on top of thangs as far as Planet Asia is concerned, check out his official website mcplanetasia.com.

Enjoy!

Nima

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1106266353 - January 1, 1970 By : This is the first of our upcoming series of unreleased old school interviews brought to you courtesy of the amazing writer Adisa Banjoko. This is an interview with Bay legend Ray Luv conducted in 1992, which Adisa kindly enough is allowing us to release to the world. Check out this interview to see what was going on at that time, and some very interesting information which you probably aren't aware of! Take a deep breath and jump into an era when the Bay was on top!

Check out the interview bly clicking here.

Adisa Banjoko is author of the new book that’s kickin’ pure knowledge to the streets “Lyrical Swords Vol. 1: Hip Hop and Politics in the Mix”. Buy one today at www.lyricalswords.com or www.amazon.com !!

Nima

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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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1106785203 - January 1, 1970 By : The mixtape is called "Game Recognize Game Vol .1".
It has a few new tracks by The Game!

Dubcnn let's you listen to a few of the tracks:
The Game "In The Hood" ft Cuban Link
The Game "Pressure Points"
The Game "Famous"

Cop the mixtape if you see it in the streets it's presented by Big Mike and NJ Devil.

Yash

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1106786274 - January 1, 1970 By : That's right Mack 10 and Deviossi Soprano from Da Hood are featured on the new Westcoast Compilation called "Ryders And Bosses".

Dubcnn let's you listen to this tight song which is by far the best song on this compilation. The production on this song reminds me of the topnotch production on Mack 10's "Ghetto Gutter and Gangsta" OST.

I know alot of people are looking forward to a solo album by Deviossi Soprano and on this song he showcases his lyrical talent and tight voice.


Anyway here's the song by Rube "This Is Dedicated" ft Mack 10 and Deviossi!

Enjoy.

Yash

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1106848683 - January 1, 1970 By : You know how DubCNN gets down! The illest live coverage around. My 21 and up crowd is invited to witness the Latin Rap Show Down. Come check out 10 artist who are bidding for one spot on a Nationwide tour. This is the first of three shows, which will lead up to the tour in April. Performing on Feb. 4th at the El Cid in L.A. are Reazn, Krazy Race, Broken Family, Global City, Mal Hablado, Malverde and many more. Special guest of the night is Kemo Tha Blaxican. But it don't stop there. Fidel of the legendary Divine Forces Radio will be hosting the event! The illest of the Underground, in one spot. Be there! It's gonna be off the hook. DubCNN will be there reppin' no doubt. Look for DubCNN and LatinRapWorldWide.com to help with the tour, as well. Shouts to Revolucion! Ya'll doin' big!

Here's the flyer:

Front

Back


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1106871711 - January 1, 1970 By : Our staff member LatinaBeatz sat down to talk to aspiring Latin Rap artist Krazy Race. He talked about his up coming releases, his thoughts on Hip Hop, goes in depth on his background, aswell as all the info on his current album "New World Games" which dropped last april. You will find any info you need to know about him in this indepth interview.

Make sure to check out the interview now by clicking here

Enjoy!

Nima

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1107023173 - January 1, 1970 By : I have some So. Cali heat from ya'll straight the underground. Money Ink is a label on the rise, and they sent me some songs to put up for ya'll. Check out the songs below, featuring Tiny Kurupt aka T.K., Broadway, Novkane, Doe Boy Fresh, GHood Fellaz, Young Huste and more.

Hustle, Do Boy Fresh, Tiny Kurupt & Broadway - Tha Life
DAN ft. GHood Fellaz - Many Things
Hustle & Novakane - Let 'Em Know

Enjoy!

Nima

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1107026094 - January 1, 1970 By : As ya'll know, The Regime is ready to release their anticipated mixtape "All Out War", featuring the likes of Yukmouth, Gonzoe, Poppa LQ, Lil Flip, Tha Realest, Messy Marv, Kurupt, Keak Da Sneak, Domination, Dru Down and more.

I have one song from the mixtape for ya'll to check out to get an idea of what it sounds like. As ya'll expected, they're heavily attacking the G-Unit on here, check out the song "Go Hard Or Go Home" below:

Gonzoe, Dirt Left - Go Hard Or Go Home

Here is the tracklisting:

1) INTRO
2) TED SMOKE-A-LOT
3) HERE WE COME-POPPA LQ,GONZOE,YUKMOUTH
4) BLAST 1ST-MESSY MARV,YUKMOUTH,THA REALEST,POPPA LQ,EASTWOOD,GONZOE,MAC MINISTER
5) GO HARD OR GO HOME-GONZOE,DIRT LEFT
6) 100 GUNZ-YUKMOUTH,MONSTA GUNJAH,POPPA LQ
7) BITCH U KNOW I GET IT CRUNK-LIL FLIP,YUKMOUTH
8) IM BIGGER THAN THAT-POPPA LQ
9) OKAY-YUKMOUTH,MONSTA GUNJAH,YUNG SKRILLA,BABY JON
10) NIGGAZ TRYNA RIDE ON ME-YUKMOUTH,MONSTA GUNJAH,POPPA LQ,E-BLAK,LINOLE DA WINE-O
11) WE DONT STOP-GONZOE,KURUPT
12) KEEP IT THUGGIN-YUKMOUTH,POPPA LQ,LINOLE DA WINE-O
13) ITS CRUCIAL-YUNG SKRILLA,BART,KEAK THE SNEAK
14) WORLD WAR 3-YUKMOUTH
15) BLEED THE BLOCK-AMP-PACINIO,CHINO NINO
16) TURN IT UP-POPPA LQ
17) REGIME SYMPHONY-YUNG SKRILLA,GONZOE,DRUDOWN,POPPA LQ,DORASEL,YUKMOUTH,LINOLE DA WINE-O
18) RESPECT MY GANGSTA-DOMINATION,MARC SHYST,YUKMOUTH
19) ALL OUT WAR-YUKMOUTH

Nima

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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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1107667530 - January 1, 1970 By : Im back with the popular Weekend audio.
Let's start off with a new 50 Cent track thats blowin up on mixtapes and radio waves.
50 Cent "If This World Was Mine"

Next up we got 2 tight tracks with The Game from the mixtape Big Mike & NJ Devil "The Game Needs Me Vol. 2".
The Game "Ashes"
The Game "G Unit Bandanas On"

Twista and The Speedknot Mobstas just finnished working on their second album right now and it should be out early this year.
Here's a bangin new track by them called "Love".

Last but not least we got a smooth song called "Back Up Plan" by Paul Wall And Chamillionaire featuring Devin The Dude.
It's from their album titled "Controversy Sells" out now so make sure you go cop that album.


Yash

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1107809316 - January 1, 1970 By : 2005 is the year of Latin Hip Hop. This years Latin Rap Conference at the Harrah's Rincon, just north of San Diego, CA, was a success. In attendance were Jerry Heller, Riggs Morales, Immortal Technique, Sick Symphonies, Notch, T-Weaponz, Bimbo, Voltio, DJ Ace, HenGee, Mellow Man Ace, Chingo Bling, Mr. Lil One, Shysti, Krazy Race and many more. DubCNN was there reppin' with Junior of RapTalk.net, as we were BOTH reppin' our new venture LatinRapWorldWide.com.

The Panels were very informative, thanks to people like Chingo Bling and Immortal Technique dropping insane knowledge. We have tons of footage from the event. Including Interviews with Chingo Bling, DJ Ace, Tha Mexakinz, Immortal Technique and others. I could sit here and write 14 pages on everything that went down, but I'd rather show it to you all.

We got footage of performances as well. We're working the editing of all that right now as I type this. Expect pictures in the coming days as well as the video footage.

Big thanks go out to Shysti for allowing us the pleasure of being apart of history! Latinos stand up!

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1107817782 - January 1, 1970 By : Saturday February 5th, 2005 at the Vault 350 in Long Beach, CA, B-Real and the Gunslingers, which includes F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants, Psycho Realm, Mellow Man Ace, Son Doobie and many more shut the place down!!! Second State opened the show, but when F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants really got it poppin'. They did "Liberta," "Proposition Fuck You," "Liberta," "C.H.I.L.D.," and many other of their dope tracks. The crowd was really hyped and even had a nice little Mosh Pit going!

B-Real was the next act up. This had to be one of the illest performances I've ever seen. He did brought Mellow Man Ace & O Brown for "Never Back Down," as well as Sick Jacken and Mellow for "Hold You Down." Jack stayed on stage with B-Real and brought out Street Platoon do run through some Psycho Realm tracks such as "Psycho City Blocks."

B did "Back To The Apple," "Warriors," "Yo Quiero Fumar" and much more! Filthee and Son Doobie came out to do "No Model." Fredwreck did a little set on the Talk Box. But, to end the show, B brought out Sen Dog and ran through a bunch of Cypress Hill tracks, such as, "How I Could Just Kill A Man," "Hand On The Pump" and others. The show ended with THE ENTIRE CREW coming on stage as Sen & B did "Latin Thugs." B and Bobo hopped on the Congas and did their thing, as well.

If some of the tracks that I listed above do not look familiar for you, that's because they're off B-Real's new Mixtape, and you must be sleeping!

Order a copy of the Gunslingers Mixtape on his official website www.Brealonline.com. It's only $14 US, $18 Worldwide.

Check the tracklisting below:

01) Never Back Down (Feat Willie Malo & O Brown)
02) Ease Back (Feat. Trace Midas)
03) Let Me Blaze
04) Hold You Down (Feat Sick Jack and Mellow Man)
05) Creepin on Ya (Feat. Son Doobie & Cynic)
06) Warriors
07) This Is How We Ride
08) Runnin Shit
09) Por Que (Feat. Trace Midas)
10) No Model (Feat. Son Doobie & Filthee)
11) Thug Nation (Feat. Willie Malo & Nev)
12) American Psycho III (Feat. Bizarre and Eminem)
13) Back to the Apple
14) Boom Boom (Feat. Outthere)
15) Skit
16) Shut the F*ck up(Feat. Subliminal Orphans)
17) Time to Be Known (Feat. Minus P)
18) Breathe (feat. sub zer0)

And now here's the pictures! We got MANY more coming on the way. Shouts to LatinaBeatz!!

B-Real & Bobo On The Congas
Bobo on the Congas
Bobo on the Congas2
Bobo talking to the camera
B-Real
B-Real reaching to the crowd
B-Real on the mic
B-Real 2
B-Real 3
B-Real 4
Crow of Street Platoon
Cynic of Street Platoon & Sick Jacken of Psycho Realm
DJ FM of Psycho Realm
Son Doobie & Filthee
Son Doobie, Filthee & B-Real
Dutch of F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants
Dutch & Filthee of F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants
Dutch & Filthee of F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants with Sen Dog
Dutch of F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants 2
F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants
FredWreck
FredWreck on the Talk box
Sick Jacken of Psycho Realm
Sick Jacken of Psycho Realm 2
Non-Stop of Project Blowed
Rif of F.I.L.T.E.E. Immigrants
Sen Dog
Sen Dog & B-Real
Sen Dog & B-Real 2
Sen Dog & B-Real 3
Sen Dog & B-Real 4
Sen Dog & Mellow Man Ace
Son Doobie
Son Doobie 2
Son Doobie 3
Son Doobie 4
Tha GoodFellaz of Power 106

Once we get the OK from B-Real we will be posting some video of the performances, as well.

Big thanks go out to Non-Stop, B-Real, F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants, Juda Starr Ent. and everyone else who showed DubCNN love.

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1107831661 - January 1, 1970 By : The second issue of Hood Grown Magazine goes to the presses today. This issue contains the following interviews and features: A Tribute to Ol' Dirty Bastard, Hip Hop Beef-The Next Level?, How To Start A Record Company For Under $1000, The Game, Ciara, Cormega, Miri Ben-Ari, Lord Have Mercy, Noah, Angelous, Maverick Video, Record Reviews, Hood Grown Girl of the Month, and Upcoming Artist & Producers. It's also includes a free Amplifire sampler cd inside every issue all for only 50 cents!!!!!!

Hood Grown's purpose is to cover urban music in a street oriented, yet intelligent manner with content driven by artist, music, and African A0merican culture as it pertains to the art form. The magazine is 36 pages, features full colors covers on 80lb glossy paper, with black & white insides on 70lb glossy paper, and is published bi-monthly.

One of the unique aspects of Hood Grown magazine is that it fosters the discovery of new music and artists whether they're on a major or independent music label. We're one of the few magazines where you'll see major artists featured along side independent artists with no seperation based on the celebratory status of their record label. Our specialty is featuring unknown upcoming labels, artists, &roducers exposing them to an audience that might have little knowledge of them.

To this end we have decided to provide Hood Grown magazine at a minimal cost to the consumer in order to gain readership for those with limited budgets who would be more likely to pick up XXL or the Source magazines. Hood Grown magazine's cover price is 50 cents and in some stores it is given away for free. In order to do this, Hood Grown is totally advertiser supported. We understand the limited budgets of most independent labels and have priced our advertising rates so that even the most cash strapped label can afford to advertise their product.

Hood Grown magazine is distributed to "mom & pop" and specialty stores throughout the country through Clout Distribution, Domination Distribution, and in the Newbury Comics chain of stores. Currently in talks with Barnes & Nobles and Borders.

For more information go to: HoodGrown.com
For images from the latest issue, go to: Latest Issue


Hood Grown Magazine (wwww.hoodgrown.com), the new Hip Hop magazine with it's focus on featuring major and indie artists without bias, will soon be launching it's new endeavor, Hood Grown Records (www.hoodgrownrecords.com). With the launch of Hood Grown
Records, the focus of this new upstart is to bring back the spirit of Rawkus Records in it's hey day.

"With the success of artists such as Kayne West, we feel the climate is right to release hip hop artists who want to release hard hitting, intelligent music, and don't feel the need to conform to the commercial formats dominating popular radio and video shows." said Christopher English, CEO of Hood Grown Records. "We can use our magazine to get our music in the public eye and use our distribution channels to get it in stores."

The first release on the new Hood Grown Records imprint will be the BombSounding Compilation which will be followed by an EP release from upcoming artist, Frozen Heat.

For more information on Hood Grown Records please visit:
HoodGrown.com

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1107999922 - January 1, 1970 By : Straight out of San Diego and from the Cali Untouchable DJs, DJ Fingaz, has just released his new Mixtape. It's called "Guns N Roses 2" and is hosted by Grown Man Music/Aftermath/Shady's Stat Quo. The tape is full of heat. Featuring a lot of big dogs and up comers in Hip Hop, the likes of Lil' E, E-40, Geto Boys, Yukmouth, Jayo Felony, Mobb Deep, Lord Tariq, Fat Joe and many more!

You know how the Cali Untouchable's do! So make sure you support this! Make sure you vote for them for the Justo's Mixtape Awards! They're up for a few awards, so let's get the West Coast more recognition.

Shouts to Warrior, Strong and the whole Camp. West Coast Mixtape Kings make it happen!!



Here's the tracklist!

1. DJ Fingaz, Stat Quo -Intro
2. 2Pac, Biggie, Lil E -Us Against The World (DJ Warrior & Da Riffs)
3. Stat Quo Exclusive
4. P Diddy - Run This City
5. E40 - Doin It (Freestyle Exclusive)
6. Snoop, Jay-Z - Drop It Like Its Hot (Remix)
7. Dr Dre, Stat Quo (Freestyle)
8. Obie Trice Exclusive
9. Geto Boys - Declaration of War
10. 50 Cent - When You Hear That (Yukmouth Diss)
11. Yukmouth - All Out War (Game/50 Cent Diss Exclusive)
12. Mobb Deep - Cobra
13. Lord Tariq - 3rd Person
14. Fort Nox Freestyle Exclusive
15. Flii Stylez - Richmond
16. Jayo Felony Freestyle Exclusive
17. Kam - I Don't Think So
18. Fat Joe - Incredible
19. Yukmouth - The World is Mine
20. E40, Lil Flip, Sky Balla - Gonna Get It
21. Mike Jones, Slim Thug, G-Unit - Still Tippin Remix
22. C4, The Bay - Tha Hu$tlaz Anthem
23. Cyssero Freestyle
24. Stat Quo - Outro

Cop it!!


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1108236029 - January 1, 1970 By : Among some of the hottest young new talent to come out of the West Coast, Long Beach natives, G.B & E Money, collectively P.S.C, are bringing the West Coast back full force with their debut album "Frat House" set to release on the Soul Hood Entertainment, LLC label in association with Gangsta Advisory/DPG Recordingz. "Frat House" features songs with artists such as DAZ, RBX, Soul Hood Artists LIFESTYLE, Mecca Dawn, and Prime, and many more.




Tracklist:

01. Roll Call (Intro)
02. Wanna Be
03. Head Up
04. Don’t Mind f /Bada Bing, Prime, Mecca Dawn
05. Chuuch f /Ozone
06. AKIN (Interlude)
07. Anything 4 U f /Donecia
08. City 2 City
09. Lost 4 Words f /Mecca Dawn
10. I Don’t f/ H.I.T
11. Chirp Talk (Interlude)
12. Toast 2 Da West Coast f /DAZ
13. Guerilla Warfare f /RBX, LIFESTYLE, Prime
** Cloud Nine (Bonus Track)

Look for some audio previews coming real soon!

Nima

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1108337220 - January 1, 1970 By : Ohh shit. Those who downloaded Dre'sta & The Young Hoggs first mixtape "Dirty West Vol.1" already know. It's was without a doubt one of the best mixtapes out on the West, if not overall. Well, they topped it with this one, no joke!

Thanks to the homie Lazee for hooking up "Dirty West Vol.2", another banging mixtape from top to bottom featuring Dre'sta, Young Hoggs & Six Mill. They picked some banging beats again, from "X, On Fire, Breathe, Locked Up, Westside Story, How We Do, Don't Say Nuthin', Eazier Said Than Dun to Best Of Both Worlds, Soldier, I Smell Pussy, Ether, Jesus Walks & Family Afair.

Thanks to Dre'sta for allowing us to put the mixtape up for all of you to download, burn, and spread. Enough talking, download "Dirty West Vol.2" below, and hit up dresta.com for the latest news, and drop feedback about the mixtape at the official forums.

-=| Dre'sta, Young Hoggs & Six Mill - Dirty West Mixtape Volume 2 |=-

Enjoy!!

Nima

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1108346119 - January 1, 1970 By : Whats crackin its F Sharp back with another update. I attended the NAMM audio trade show in Anaheim back in January and had the chance to check out new musical and audio equipment from lots of different companies. Of course attending the largest audio trade show in the world means seeing lots of musicians and performers as well. Caught up with lots of different West Coast artists like DJ Revolution, King Tech, Da Riffs, B-Real, and Fredwreck among others. Here are some pics from the show

Da Riffs inside the Red Room Studios

DJ A-Trak performing at NAMM

Fredwreck on the turntables

Me & B-Real

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1108746590 - January 1, 1970 By : It's a celebration, bitches! Probably Hip-Hop's most succesful artist ever, Dr. Dre is turning 40 today! From the World Class Wrecking Cru, to N.W.A., to Death Row, to Aftermath. From Eazy-E, D.O.C., to Snoop Dogg & Dogg Pound, to 2Pac, to Eminem, to 50 Cent & G-Unit, The Game & BlackWallStreet... The good Doc has touched on almost everything in this game and broke more artists than anybody else.

We wish Dre the best for 2005, hopefully with a succesful release of Detox!

West up!

Nima

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1109019144 - January 1, 1970 By : The official radio station for West Coast Rap Radio is now online at westcoastrap.net. The site is connected to the Dubcnn/Raptalk/WCRydaz/LatinRapWorldwide/SickMix network and is playing nothing but West Coast cuts all day long. It is also the official home of the Northwests best radio show: Reaper Radio.

This is the official home of the Cali Untouchable DJ's online too, so head over to hear some of that real West Coast shit.

Dubcnn will be having their own 1-2 hours show. For requests, email requests@westcoastrap.net. We already have 200 simulatenous users and we're growing like toenails, so get with it!

Check it out: westcoastrap.net

Nima

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1109027364 - January 1, 1970 By : Los Angeles, February 21, 2005- Multi-Platinum producer and Cypress Hill Mebmber, DJ Muggs and Justos 2003 Mixtape award winner DJ Warrior are releasing Mash Up Radio Volume 1. The mixtape is a cd version of DJ Muggs syndicated radio show that airs on four stations
in the U.S. and the Shade 45 channel on Sirius Satellite radio.

Mash Up Radio Volume 1 is a rock/rap mixtape of all exclusive mash up radio mix of hip hop vs. rock blends. Some of the exclusive Mash Ups on the mixtape include Jay-Z vs. Sublime, Nas vs. Led Zeppelin, and 2Pac vs. Jimi Hendrix.

“I hooked up with (DJ) Warrior a six months ago, and I really wanted to get down on a project that would represent the re-emergence of the west”, said DJ Muggs. This marks the first time Soul Assassin, DJ Muggs and Cali Untouchable DJ –DJ Warrior have collaborated on a mixtape.

“It was an honor to be working with (DJ Muggs), and this is just a teaser to what we both offer on mixtapes and the radio”, said DJ Warrior, Cali Untouchable DJs lead member and L.A’s Mixtape King about working with Muggs.

“This is not just your average mixtape, it’s just massive”, DJ Warrior added. Mash Up Radio can be heard every Monday from 10p.m. to 12a.m. eastern time on Sirius Satellite Radio channel Shade 45.

The Mash Up Radio Volume 1 is available at www.HipHopWest.com

SGV

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1109196129 - January 1, 1970 By : Dr. Dre dropped in on Big Boy's Neighbourhood show on Power 106 as he celebrated his birthday earlier this week and gave spoke on Detox, The Game's success, getting to work with Busta and he also let us know he was given a CD by Bishop Lamont of his material, he likes it and is setting up a meeting between the two! Watch this space on that, until then check out the interview we conducted with Bishop Lamont in October of last year! Click here to listen to the interview, thanks to E. J. Rizo for the MP3!

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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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1109216867 - January 1, 1970 By : Cormega's The Testament Album Release Party is going down this Saturday, Feb 26th! This is Mega Montana's ONLY L.A. Performance! Check for a Special Guest Performance by John Robinson performing Tracks from his upcoming MF Doom Produced LP “The John Robinson Project”

Featuring ThaFormula World Famous Open Mic at 10PM Hosted By Showtimes The Next MC Battle Champion Spit Fiya. With beats being provided by DJ Lord Ron. The Show is Hosted By Fidel of Divine Forces Radio. Special Guest DJ, Mark Luv (Zulu King, Jamaica Gold, Stacks). DJ's for the rest of the night are Lord Ron (Zulu Nation) and C-Los (Stacks).

Pre-Sale Tickets on sale NOW at R.E.H.A.B for only $10!!! ALL AGES WELCOMED!!! Doors Open at 9:30pm. All going down at R.E.H.A.B., located at 2324 Cotner Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90064 (310) 231 - 8627

For More Info: ThaForumla.com & (310) 946 - 7054


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1109261597 - January 1, 1970 By : Here's the music video for Bone Brothers "Hip Hop Baby".
The video is Directed by Dru Ha from Duck Down and Dubcnn has it for you guys in Windows Media and Real Media.

Bone Brothers "Hip Hop Baby" Windows Media High
Bone Brothers "Hip Hop Baby" Windows Media Low

Bone Brothers "Hip Hop Baby" Real Media High
Bone Brothers "Hip Hop Baby" Real Media Low

The album is in stores now all around the world so make sure you go and cop it. Also lookout for our Exclusive interview with Bone later next week.


Yash

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1109548236 - January 1, 1970 By : The new West Coast online radio station called "Heavyweight Radio" premiere's today! It's not just going to be some pre-programed trackz that heads can listen to any time, it's going to be an actual radio show, hosted by owner of The Outfit/Heavyweight Ent. Ruben "The Bull" Torres & my dogg Queenie. playing nothing but up and coming West Coast talent, as well as Chicano Rap! It's going to be an hour (and some change) long show. Check it out tonight, Sunday, at 8pm, at RubenTorres.com or OutfitEnt.com

Here's a mini press release:

"Heavyweight Radio is coming! THe Launch of the new Underground West Coast/Latin Hip-Hop Online Radio show will be hitting OutfitEnt.com on Sunday Feb. 27th at 8PM!

The show will be hosted by T.V. host Queenie and Ruben "The Bull" Torres. It will feature everything that is hot on the streets: music, news rumors, gear, entertainment industry contacts, interviews, contests, also, a feature of a new breakout artist every week!

We are now accepting submissions for Airplay. Send us your music and it will get on! Shoot us an E-Mail about anything that you want to promote (news, new releases, events) on the show and we will get it on! Join the movement and support the West Coast & latin Hip-Hop!

SEND ALL MUSIC TO:
HEAVYWEIGHT RADIO
542 MAITLAND AVE.
SAN DEGO, CA. 92154

SEND ALL EMAIL TO:
THEBULL@RUBENTORRES.COM"

Also Ruben Torres & Heavyweight Ent. Recently released the hood classic "I-805 South" Mixtape featuring top up and coming West Coast emcee's . Here's the link to the whole mixtape if you haven't already got it.

The I-805 South Mixtape

SGV

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1109728541 - January 1, 1970 By : Lil' Dap of Group Home just signed a contract with the Prosto label for a worldwide upcoming maxi single. On both the CD and Vinyl editions, there will be three new tracks produced by Lil' Dap, Slim and Waco. All vocals have been recorded in Warsaw, Poland. The first video clip will be recorded in March of 2005. The single will be in stores in the first quarter of this year.

Lil' Dap is a street Hip-Hop legend, best known as a member of a Brooklyn duo Group Home. They begins officialy in 1994, with the single "Supa Star," and their debut album, Livin' Proof, featured production from Gangstarr's DJ Premiere, as well a feature from the mouthpiece of Gangstarr, Guru.

Lil' Dap's first solo album is also planned to be recorded and released under Prosto label name. The date of release will be around September 2005.

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1109814212 - January 1, 1970 By : Big shoutout to my homie grafikpimp for showing love! We have the honour to present to you a big video feature on the homie J Steez, who we introduced to you last year. Steez just dropped his debut album "Up 4 Tha Crown" where he showed off his superb production skills, with guest features from the Wests finest (Bad Azz, 40 Glocc, Suga Free, WS Bug to name a few).
In this video feature, you can get see a little "making of the album", with footage and interviews of Bad Azz, 40 Glocc, Suga Free, WS Bug in the studio, working on music, talking about J Steez, and of course J Steez himself. Take a look into the world of J Steez, and see why this South Gate representative is one of the hottest new producers from the West Coast!

Here's the video:

-=| J Steez - Video Feature: Studio, Interviews & More |=- (40MB)

If you haven't got your copy of "Up 4 Tha Crown" yet, get it now at rooftopmuzik.com!

Enjoy!

NimaYash

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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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1109919451 - January 1, 1970 By : First of all I gotta give props to Schizo over at westsiderap for posting this up first. The Jacka of Mob Figaz is set to drop his sophomore release on March 15. This is one of the most anticipated albums in the Bay Area in a long long time. Rob Lo produced the majority of the album with Maki doin a couple songs aswell. The album features Mob Figaz, Yukmouth, Lil Ric, Dub 20, Keak Da Sneak, Cormega & more.



Here's The Tracklisting:

1. Never Blink feat. J Stylin & Dub 20
2. Iller Clip
3. Get Out There feat. Rob Lo
4. Standing By Starz feat. FedX
5. Barney (More Crime) (remix) feat. Cormega & Rydah
6. Girls Say
7. Lookin' At It feat. Yukmouth & Keak Da Sneak
8. Sometimes I feat. Mob Figaz
9. Never Equal feat. Amp Pacino
10. Feel This Clip
11. Really Dope feat. Dub 20 & Husalah
12. Delicate Lifestyle feat. TrueQ & Husalah
13. Turned Out (Action) feat. Akata
14. Blind World feat. Husalah
15. Drugged Out feat. FedX
16. Hey Girl (remix) feat. Husalah
17. Won't Break Me feat. Lil Ric
18. Kuran
19. Barney (More Crime)


There is a free Jacka mixtape available over at Northern Ridaz to download aswell
Click Here To Download The Mixtape
WestSideRap.com
TheJacka.com

CLICK HERE TO PRE-ORDER THE ALBUM

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1110081264 - January 1, 1970 By : "Warning!! Your view of the Rap Game will self destruct in 4:21..."

DubCNN is the name! We back with a WORLD PREMIERE. South Central rapper Young Dre, who caused alot of controversy with his interview we did with him last year (check that here), is back, cocked and ready to take off! He talked about the song "Rap Game Ain't Gangsta As Me" in the interview. "My lil brother's on the beginning on the intro, 8 year old boy, watchin' videos on TV, and he asks me "Is Snoop Dogg a gang member, and why are his fingernails long?" and I tell'em like "I don't think Snoop's a gang member, he grew up around the gang, and maybe his fingernails is long to represent some kind of sniffing cocaine, or some shit!" But it's hard to tell a child that when you wanna be real with them, and they askin' you is 50 Cent a killer, is whoo whoo whoop and this and that, and you tell them these dudes is acting on TV. And these dudes is proclaimin' somethin' that they actually not doin'! It's actually entertainment! And in that song, I speak on a few cats, from Puffy, to 50, to Dre, to the South the Birdman, to Fabolous, to Jay-Z, to Nas, I just speak on the truth! You feel me?", he said about the song.

The track has also angered several record label execs who heard it, but hey, you know DubCNN, we don't censor shit. As Snoop Dogg said, "DubCNN, where they give it to you raw and exclusive". So let's jump right into the track, "Rap Game Ain't Gangsta As Me", this is a world premiere!

-=| Young Dre - Rap Game Ain't Gangsta To Me (WORLD PREMIERE)|=-


Also make sure to hit up Young Dre's official website youngdrethetruth.com. Big shoutout going out to Mack, the KC3 Monumental Family and of course Young Dre himself.

Check back right here next week for a new interview with Young Dre aswell as other goodies.

Nima

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1110165724 - January 1, 1970 By : Within four short years in the rap game, Houston heavy hitter Mike Jones has gone from a fledgling rapper struggling to get his records in rotation to one of the most well-known game spitters on the southern underground. And with the release of his SwishaHouse/Asylum/Warner Bros. Records solo debut, the world will soon know exactly Who Is Mike Jones?

Already a household name throughout the South and Mid-West, Mike Jones gained regional fame on more than two dozen now legendary SwishaHouse "screwed-up" mix tapes. Known for his amusing metaphors, witty punch lines and charismatic freestyles, Mike Jones set himself apart from other rappers by constantly repeating his name throughout his rhymes and hooks then following with the question "Who?"

With a legion of devout followers faithfully answering "Mike Jones," the self-proclaimed "king of the streets" has dropped three underground solos and spit unforgettable verses on highly praised independent compilation The Day Hell Broke Loose 2 and collaborative effort 1st Round Draft Picks with indie artist Magno.

"I used to go to clubs and give deejays my CD," he remembers. "They’d be like ‘who are you?’ And I’d be like ‘Mike Jones.’ And they’d be like ‘who?’ Mike Jones. ‘Who?’ Mike Jones."
He continues, "Then, I’d go home and tell my grandmomma I gave a couple of deejays my CD, and they didn’t know who I was. She said ‘just start saying who? Mike Jones. Who? Mike Jones.’"
Heeding his grandmother’s words of wisdom, Mike Jones incorporated her marketing scheme into every rhyme. He even put his telephone number 281-330-8004 into his verses.

"The whole concept of the album ‘Who Is Mike Jones? coming soon’- she told me to do that," says Mike. "She was like ‘give them your number to keep in touch with the people who’re helping you move your momma out of here.’ That’s what I did."

The plan paid off, making Mike Jones an underground sensation. Unfortunately, his grandmother passed away before she could see her grandson’s dream materialize. Mike Jones immortalizes his grand groove in a yet untitled song that will be featured on Who Is Mike Jones?

Raised in north Houston’s Stude Wood area, Mike Jones began rapping in 2001. Going for self, he started his own label Ice Age Entertainment and earned a name throughout Houston with his self-distributed Ice Age Vol 1. The buzz caught the attention of SwishaHouse owner DJ Michael Watts, so Mike Jones opted to curtail his own label and sign an artist deal with the indie powerhouse the following year.

"The fame was big in Texas," he says, "but when I got with SwishaHouse, it went from Texas to everyplace else." In fact, Jay Frank, head of programming and label relations, Yahoo! Music states, "Through most of 2004, Mike Jones was outsearching [Interscope's] The Game, so we knew that his first single would explode on Yahoo! Music. With over 500,000 plays every week, there's no doubt that Mike Jones will be a huge sales story for 2005.”

That fame is extending even further as Mike Jones’ jump off single "Still Tippin’" featuring label mate Paul Wall and Star Track signee Slim Thug is steadily heating up radio, MTV and BET audiences. Accompanying the video is a separate screwed version as well.

"I was hot off of Ice Age. I got with SwishaHouse and got hotter," he boasts. "Now that SwishaHouse is with Warner Brothers, we got even more hotter."

And he doesn’t intend on cooling down any time soon. Along with delivering one of the most anticipated CDs in the south, Who Is Mike Jones? will also include a chopped and screwed remix version of the album.

"Where we’re from, (screw) is a big issue. People like to hear (music) slowed up," he explains. "Some people like it regular, but they might put the screwed version in and find out they like the screwed version too.”

"I think people wanna know what screw is about," he continues. "They’ve been hearing a lot about it, and they wanna experience it." Soon, the world will know what the southern underground has known for some time now and will have no reason to ask Who Is Mike Jones?

If you've been living under a rock, here's the "Still Tippin' video.

Still Tippin' feat. Mike Jones, Slim Thug & Paul Wall


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1110230798 - January 1, 1970 By : Mitchy Slick issued a statement on the siccness.net forums regarding the Jayo Felony interview/diss track we put up. Here is what he had to say:

"MITCHY SLICK"URBAN SURVIVAL SYNDROME"IN STORES SOON.NO PROMO STUNT'S JUST REAL GANGSTA,GROWN MAN SHIT.. P.S JAYO AND ME SEEN EACH OTHER TWICE IN LIFE AND HE SHOOK MY HAND BOTH TIMES.HE AINT MY ENEMY THAT'S SOME FAKE SHIT.OUR HOODS IS RITE ACROSS THE STREET FROM EACH OTHER.EVERYTHING I SAY IS REAL."

Mitchy seems to be handling this in a mature way and isn't wilding out. We will keep you updated. Stay tuned!

Nima

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1110385405 - January 1, 1970 By : Goldie Loc released the underground album "Loc'd Out" yesterday, on 33rd Street Records.
The set features some new cuts, and some older tracks from the Eastsida, and production from himself, Jellyroll, and more, cameos from E-White, Delano, Bokie Loc and Jellyroll, but Goldie holds down most of the album by himself.

Order here, at $11 you can't miss.

1. Gangstaz Keep Bumpin' They Head
2. New Dicc City
3. Hood Treasurey
4. Future Before Funeral
5. Railroading
6. Pill Poppa (feat Jelly Roll)
7. Glitter Aint Gold (feat E-White/De Lano)
8. Ride For You (feat Bokie Loc)
9. Take You For A Ride (feat Bokie Loc)
10. You Don't Know Me Like That
11. After Party, The
12. Kill A Holiday (feat Seven)
13. Freak Illusionz
14. Keep It Gangsta
15. Untitled

Jome

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1110407788 - January 1, 1970 By : I hope I'm not taking all of you guys' free time with all the audio I've been dropping... But I can't stop! Got 2 new tracks courtesy of the homie Daz Dillinger. First he dropped us his last diss to 40 Glocc. 40 also said the song "Sock U In The Jaw" was the last diss he dropped on the net. So this is basically it for the back and forth dissing 40 & Daz have been doing through DubCNN the last weeks.

This song is called "U Ain't A O.G.", check it out below:

-=| Daz - U Ain't A O.G. (40 Glocc Diss)

The second song is by new female singer Bonnie over Daz' "Boyz-N-Tha-Hood" beat. I don't have any further information on her, looks like Daz is putting her out, as he also drops a new verse on the beat. Bonnie sings parts of Lodi Dodi on the song. Check it out below:

-=| Bonnie - Girlz In Da Hood (ft. Daz)

Enjoy!

Nima

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1110462879 - January 1, 1970 By : The homie Dow Jones of the Cali Untouchables is releasing his new mixtape "Mask & Gloves Vol.1", hosted by Roscoe P. Coldchain. This one is filled with HEAT, featuring appearances by Ras Kass, Scipio, Planet Asia, Yukmouth, Balance, Flii Stylz, Mitchy Slick, Kam, B-Real, Messy Marv and many more.

To view the cover in full size, click on the thumbnail to your left. Check out the tracklisting below, and click on the 3 preview tracks to listen to them! If you like what you hear, order this mixtape now by clicking here.

1. Mask & Gloves Intro - Dow Jones
2. Roscoe P Coldchain Is Here
3. 1 Day At A Time (World Premier) - Roscoe P Coldchain feat. The Stockholders
4. Killed Kali (World Premier) - Balance
5. Round Hurr - Scipio feat. Planet Asia & Ras Kass
6. Fuk U Up (World Premier) - Ras Kass
7. Incredible (Dow Jones remix) - Fat Joe feat. 50 Cent & B.I.G
8. Freestyle - Planet Asia
9. Real Nigga Shit - Geto Boys
10. West Craven (World Premier) - Mitchy Slick
11. Rearview (World Premier) - Roscoe P Coldchain
12. Out - J Kwon feat. Petey Pablo-X'D
13. Elastic - Flii Stylez feat. Martin Luther Black
14. Real Life (World Premier) - Kam
15. Its Real - Pharell
16. Handle Your Biz (World Premier) - Roscoe P Coldchain
17. Everybody Bounce (World Premier) - Sly Boogy
18. Like Dat (World Premier) - Memphis Bleek
19. Catch A Round (World Premier) - Yukmouth
20. Kaution - Ras Kass
21. El Dogg (World Premier) - El Dorado Red
22. Freestyle - Redskin
23. 50 Explanations - Messy Marv feat. Guce
24. Whats Happenin - Roscoe P Coldchain
25. Gangsta Banger - Roscoe P Coldchain
26. Real Warriors - B Real feat. Nate Dogg
27. Freestyle - Vice Raw
28. Interlude - Roscoe P Coldchain
29. Cant, Wont, Shit On Me (World Premier) - Roscoe P Coldchain
30. Criminal Set - Xzibit feat. Krondon & Ice Cube
31. Get On My Hype - Messy Marv
32. Twist A Corner - King T feat. WC
33. Young Boys (World Premier) - Roscoe P Coldchain
34. Its A Wrap - Roscoe P Coldchain & Dow Jones
35. Im That Nigga - Big Cas feat. Stack Bundles

Enjoy!

Nima

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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





LatinaBeatz

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1110760731 - January 1, 1970 By : This is a world premiere! Some new heat from Binky Mack & Squeak Ru, known together as AllFrumTha I. This is the song "Hero" featuring the Road Dawgs, off their new album "Larger Than Life" dropping April 19th on Free Agency Records.

Download it below:

-=| AllFrumTha I - Hero (ft. Road Dawgs)|=-


This is.. another... DubCNN... exclusive! Shouts to Binky Mack. Look for an exclusive contest involving DubCNN, AllFrumTha I and IPod to be run on the site starting tomorrow.

Incase you missed our world premiere of the first single off the album "Runnin' This" ft. Boo Kapone last week, here it is again:

-=| AllFrumTha I - Runnin’ This - Featuring Boo Kapone |=-

Enjoy, and make sure to cop "Larger Than Life" when it drops!

Nima

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1110777242 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn's own DJ F Sharp presents his latest mixtape California Love Pt.1 featuring new and exclusive west coast hip hop joints. And let me remind you this ain't some fake DJ pause tape shit, all the joints are mixed, real DJ skills on this one!

This mixtape is comin to stores March 18th in the Bay Area, Los Angeles, and different mixtape spots across the Midwest and East Coast. I will reveal all of the locations later this week. Also you can pick it up before anyone else at the Xzibit/Ras Kass/SAS concerts @ The Fillmore in SF on March 18th and @ The Catalyst in Santa Cruz on March 19th. Dont fear, people in remote places and across the world can still pick it up cuz it will be available online at various mixtape sites (ie: Mixunit, MixtapeUSA, MixtapeAllStars, etc) and I will try to stock it in some European spots if possible. If you know of any music stores that stock mixtapes where you live feel free to email me at djfsharp@dubcnn.com

DJ F Sharp - California Love Pt.1

1. F Sharp Intro
2. Outlawz – Don’t Get It Fucked Up (World Premier)
3. Rass Kass – Caution (Prod. Rick Rock)
4. Daz – Bird In The Hand
5. Kam ft Damizza – Killa
6. 40 Glocc- Runnin
7. Kurupt – Drop It Like Its Hot Freestyle (Dissin Daz & Snoop)
8. Rass Kass ft Dr. Dre & Busta Rhymes – The Whoop
9. B-Real – Hold You Down Freestyle
10. Roscoe, Kurupt, Y.A. – Westside Story
11. Daz Speaks on Lil E
12. Lil E ft Notorious BIG & 2Pac – Me Against The World
13. Layzie Bone ft Snoop Dogg – Smokin on Information
14. Outlawz – Real Talk (World Premier)
15. Tech9ne – Strange
16. Planet Asia Freestyle
17. Crooked I – Gotta Get That Paper (World Premier)
18. Daz – Disco Inferno Freestyle
19. Keisha Cole – I Just Want It To Be Over (World Premier)
20. Nick Cannon ft E-40 & Bosko – Shes Mine (World Premier)
21. Young Gunz ft Daz – Tonight
22. Baby Bash ft Akon – Im Back
23. 40 Glocc, Jayo Felony, Petey Pablo – Shame
24. LIVE @ 50 Cent & Game Make Peace Press Conference
25. Game ft G-Unit – Hate It Or Love It Rmx
26. Kurupt – Stalkin (World Premier)
27. Rass Kass – Deformed Pretty Boys (World Premier)
28. Bishop Lamont ft Tyrese – Change The World (World Premier)



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1110828760 - January 1, 1970 By : I just got word from the homie Junior that West Coast legend Mixtaster Spade died last night. This is terrible news for the HipHop world, those who don't know about him, he was an important figure for the West Coast, he's made many collaborations and influenced many West Coast artist such as Toddy Tee, The Comtpon Posse, King Tee, Dazzie Dee, DMG & Daddy V, Snoop Dogg and the Eastsidaz, The Relatives and many more.

He had a motorcycle accident a few weeks ago, and unfortunately, he didn't make. This is a sad day for HipHop, our condolences to his friends & family.

Rest In Peace.

Nima

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1112013363 - January 1, 1970 By : The Doggfather has sure been busy lately...he's been performing at soldout shows all over the world and showing up on pretty much every majour album release that's been coming out.
Mariah Carey's new album called "The Emancipation Of Mimi" is no different.

The album comes out April 12th with featurings from Snoop, Twista, Nelly and JD. Dubcnn got a preview song for you already:

Mariah Carey "Say Something" ft Snoop Dogg (produced by The Neptunes)


Yash

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1112316723 - January 1, 1970 By : I'm back at it again. Today we bring you an in-depth interview with the West Coast's new hope Bishop Lamont. It has been reported that Bishop is now signed to Dr. Dre's Aftermath Records, however that is not completely true. They are in talks, it is looking very good, but nothing has been inked as of yet, so it's not official yet.

I spoke to Bishop about the on-going "West Coast Movement" and all of his homies that's involved. You'll notice that Bishop is ALL about bringing up other artists, and showcasing other people besides hisself. Of course, he spoke on the Dr. Dre/Aftermath thing, so find out the real about that here too.

Not to forget is his upcoming collabo album with Tyrese aka Black Ty called "Best Of Both Hoods" which is shaping up to be a CRAZY record, find out all about it in the interview.

Enough talking, proceed to the interview now by clicking below, read it or listen to it, whatever you prefer:

-=| Bishop Lamont DubCNN Interview |=-

Bishop also spat a crazy ass freestyle on the phone check that below:

-=| Bishop Lamont DubCNN Freestyle |=-

Enjoy!

Nima

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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

Nima

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1112755063 - January 1, 1970 By : The Boom Bap Project stands for one thing... preservation of true hiphop music and culture. As the culture has progressed into a billion dollar industry, the Boom Bap Project has remained unscathed and true to their moniker - true boom-bap-style hiphop. The multi-cultural, Seattle based trio consists of MC's Karim aka Nightclubberlang, Destro Destructo, and DJ Scene. Through their trials and travails of seven years in the unforgiving underground indie scene, Boom Bap has emerged with a soon to be classic album "Reprogram," which is being released and pushed on Rhymesayers Entertainment. The Rhymesayers label is responsible for introducing a plethora of next-level hiphop including the likes of Atmosphere, MF Doom, Brother Ali, Eyedea and Abilities, and Grayskul, to name a few. The legacy is definitely set to continue with Boom Bap Project's "Reprogram," an album that combines the street feel of Run DMC, circa 87', with the freshness of 2k5 wordplay,and production from Seattle's best Jake One and Vitamin D - producers responsible for crafting bangers for the likes of G-Unit and 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, De La Soul, Gift of Gab and Ghostface Killa. Top notch production combined with fierce, focused wordplay equals the Boom Bap.

The BBP first dropped the critically acclaimed album "Circumstance Dictates" in early 2001. The album, entirely produced by Jake One and Vitamin D made waves on the indie scene, and eventually lead to a rigorous touring schedule across the US and Canada. BBP smashed virtually every US and Canadian market with their brand of true hiphop, along the way securing an extremely loyal fanbase that continued to grow with each visit. The crews contacts and efforts found them sharing the stage locally and nationally with the likes of Eminem, the Wu Tang Clan, the Roots, the Black Eyed Peas, Snoop Dogg, as well as all the top drawing independent hiphop acts across the nation. In 2002, BBP was invited to the Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, Utah, where they rocked to 30,000 global music fans with the likes of Erykah Badu, the Roots, Common and Talib Kweli. That same year found the Seattle trio rocking the infamous Bumbershoot festival on the main stadium stage in front of 50,000 heads with the likes of Mos Def, Jurassic 5 and Dilated Peoples. Along the way, their exhaustingly energetic stage show garnered them thousands of new fans, believers and allies in the fickle hiphop industry amongst performers and the like, and a hardcore local and national fan base. The wave of Northwestern momentum meant attention from numerous indie and major labels, and Boom Bap finally signed with the prestigious and well connected Fat Beats Records of New York City. As the buzz for the next album grew, the crew was ready to make an even bigger move, and signed to Independent hiphop's top-producing label, Rhymesayers Entertainment.

The new album bears allegiance to the classic hiphop formula and ideals. "Reprogram is Seattle HipHop, it's a unique sound that represents our undiscovered region, and more importantly, represents our take on what we feel is the true shit...straight hiphop, no chaser," BBP MC Nightclubberlang says. "We wanted to make a classic sounding album while sticking to what we know and do, and at the same time, we want to rep the whole Northwest, cuz we've been slept on and overlooked for way too long," MC Destro Destructo adds. The album does just that. With a concrete, street level, upbeat approach, the album is chock full of banging joints. To add to the all-star production lineup of Jake One, Vitamin D, Bean One and Mr. Hill, guest appearances and collaborations take the record over the top. Guests on "Reprogram" include true hiphop heavyweights Dilated Peoples, Blackalicious (Gift of Gab), the Lifesavas, Grayskul, world champion DJ Vin Roc, and their own NW based 20 person crew, Oldominion. Each guest adds their own take on that classic Boom Bap, and leaves the audience with a truly classic LP which can and will undoubtedly stand the test of time amongst other classic hiphop records. In a quest to blow up their region and rock the spot, the Boom Bap Project delivers with energetic, next level Northwest hiphop. The quest is putting themselves and Seattle and the whole NW on the map, all the while staying true to the culture and ideals passed down from the likes of Chuck D, KRS One and Run DMC. This is the Boom Bap Project...Welcome to Seattle!

Cop their Mixtape Welcome To Seattle! It's out now and is packed full of hot shit. One of the most promising producers Jake One has about 7 tracks on it.

They even got features from people like Rakka Iriscience of Dilated Peoples, the up and coming One-Be Lo, Blackalicious emcee Gift Of Gab and even Portlands own Cool Nutz!! As you can see, they're not your typical underground emcees, they can rock with anyone!

Here's the tracklist for their Mixtape!

Intro
Welcome to Seattle (Jake One prod.) World Premier
Cut Down Ya Options ft. Rakka Iriscience (prod Jake One) World Premier
Trade Remix (Vitamin D Prod)
N. Lang Freestyle
Destro- Ol Time Killin Freestyle
Rock The Spot (Prod. Jake One) World Premier
Supernatural Freestyle
Paul Revere Freestyle
N. Lang ft. One Be Lo and DJ Scene- Dickhead Tracy (Jake One Prod) Unreleased
Destro- Militia Freestyle
Concious Rap ft. Cool Nutz (Jake One prod.) World Premier
Total Control (Prod Vitamin D) Unreleased
N Lang- 1,2 Check Freestyle
Wyle Out ft. Gift Of Gab (Prod Vitamin D) World Premier
Destro- Sound Bwoy Burriel Freestyle
Get With This ft. One Be Lo- (Vitamin D prod.) Unreleased
Certified Gangstas Freestyle
Destro- Food Freestyle
Sho Shot- (prod Bean One) World Premier
N Lang- Live ant the Cue Freestyle
Writers Guild (Prod Jake One)
1,2,3,4 (Prod Jake One) World Premier
Sex Drugs and Money Freestyle
N Lang ft. JFK- Wipe That Smile Off Ya Face (Prod Bean One) Unreleased
Destro- Cant Be Stopped Freestyle
N Lang-Move Freestyle
Roll Call ft. Vitamin D (Prod Jake One) Unreleased
Destro ft. Peter Parker of Foreign Legion- I Wanna (Prod. Pale Soul)
Special Dedication- Unreleased
Oldominion- Pegee 13 Battle Shit (Unreleased)
N Lang- Rudebwoy Freestyle
Destro- Bounce Move (Prod. Pale Soul) Unreleased

Here's 4 tracks for you download!

Certified Gangsta Freestyle
Mans World
Rude Bwoy Freestyle
Aww Baby Freestyle

The guys have been opening for KRS-One lately! They're ready to do it big! We'll be bringing you more on the Boom Bap Project, soon!

To cop the Mixtape, Album and learn more about the group go to their site: BoomBapProject.net

SGV

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1113005294 - January 1, 1970 By : When you think of the Bronx, the first thing that may come to your mind is the New York Yankee's, the second thought that may cross your mind is the birthplace of rap music and hip-hop.
Residing two blocks north of Yankee Stadium in the Highbridge area comes Harry-O, a well-known underground rap star who has done songs with the likes of Ja-Rule, Remy Martin (terror squad), Carl Thomas, 112 and Caddillac Tah just to name a few.

Claiming the Uptown Blood Gang he has already made guest appearances on numerous radio shows across the country and also rapped on hundreds of mixtapes by various DJ's, Harry-O is stepping out for the rest of the world to meet with a little help from Dubcnn.

With up-coming projects on the INC GANG's collaboration (a subsidiary of The Inc Records) and a solo deal soon to come Harry-O will be a house hold name in 2005!


Dubcnn showcases his diverse & incredible skills by giving away 20 hot tracks by Harry-O.
<==Click Here==> to Download these Exclusive songs courtesy of Murder Inc Records!

Yash

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1113062109 - January 1, 1970 By : Sup ya'll I just wanted to give a few local homies of mine some shine and let the world know about them. There's alot more to Orlando,Fl than Walt Disney World, Seaworld, Universal Studios and tourists.

Representing Orange County, Orlando, Florida, this group of artists has managed to establish their own sound in the rap game, mixing a perfect blend of Dirty South, Crunk, R & B, and Hip Hop. The groups four members; Cheeze, Tsick, Poetic, and Eliseo (a.k.a. 50/50) have also managed to critique and perfect their skills and crafts over the years they have been together as well as accomplish many other things along the way. First starting as two separate groups, Curbside and Manifest each consisting of four members, the two groups would unite to form the eight member group 9.1.7., which represents the band room of the high school where everyone first met. However, creative differences caused the group to disband and only three members remained in contact and continued to pursue the local rap scene. Cheeze, Tsick, and Eliseo (a.k.a. 50/50) decided to claim the name 9.1.7. for themselves after they recorded their first song, “P.I.M.P.I.N.G.” together and decided to become a group in early 2000.


The group recorded a whole 14 track strictly underground album under the name 9.1.7. and released the last song that they recorded for the album, “Entering Orange County,” which was a tribute and anthem to the natives home, Orange County Florida.
This song wasn’t in “no type of way” mixed or even ready for the streets when it was released. It played on the local underground radio station and caught like wildfire throughout Orlando’s hip hop scene. However, the name 9.1.7., which actually was a group consisting of 24 or 25 members had a problem with the three claiming the name for themselves. So the three members decided not to use the name 9.1.7. and decided to use the name that the streets had given to them, TREAL, a saying that dates back to lord knows when and which means too real or as they like to say real to the T.



TREAL’s first album titled after their two year straight, number one, underground single, “Entering Orange County,” managed to sell a few thousand copies, mainly because of that one song, but had other songs such as “Ya Know” and “P.I.M.P.I.N.G.” which the street loved. However, that one song “Entering Orange County” was heard all over Florida and earned the group the name Kingz of tha County or Tha Orange County Kingz. Now the group is working on their debut album “Crunk Tested and Approved” which is the _expression given to the method of how they approve songs for an album. The group would study the industry, listen to what sound is going on, create a song of the same formula but give their twist on it and release it to the streets for opinions. If the song was a sure winner, then it was approved, if it wasn’t it was dropped. This method allowed the group
to be featured on many mixtapes especially in the Central Florida area and helped TREAL establish a core fanbase, which is growing.

Throughout the start of their career, TREAL has managed to do countless shows, especially in Orlando Florida. The have opened up for such acts as, 8 Ball and MJG, Lil Wayne, Pastor Troy, Lil Jon, Trick Daddy, Lil Scrappy and the list goes on. Many people have described their shows in one word, “Crunktivity!” “People love the energy that comes from them on stage. You can’t help but to get involved because subconsciously they make you,” a TREAL fan stated. “In fact, there has been many cases when TREAL opened up for a big act and had the crowd more involved and more energized as the opening act, than the official act itself.”



For more information and to listen to songs of this amazing group hit up these links:

http://www.rakegarecords.com/

http://www.soundclick.com/bands/2/trealorangecounty.htm

http://www.myspace.com/trealorangecounty

http://www.hitquarters.com/treal

http://mp3unsigned.com/showmp3.asp?mp3ID=10271&aid=5193

http://southwest-connection.com/rookies/treal.html

http://www.artistopia.com/trealorangecounty

http://www.garageband.com/artist/trealorangecounty




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1113163046 - January 1, 1970 By : According to the dictionary the word zero is a numerical symbol that represents the absolute absence of any quantity or magnitude. It is the lowest possible point or degree, nothing, zilch, nada, nil. Over the years the word zero has come to represent the average brother struggling to survive in the wake of devastating poverty and institutional racism that has regulate young Black men to the bottom of America’s socio-economic latter; hence the reason why Houston native and Rap-A-Lot latest rap sensation Z-RO chose the numerical symbol for his stage moniker.

“I come from nothing,” says Z-RO. “Didn’t have nothing and couldn’t see nothing up ahead. Everything was just nothing. So I told myself a long time ago that I am going to adopt the name of nothing and make something with it. I [took] that name to keep me grounded [and] to remind me of where I came from [and] to respect my blessings right now so I don’t go back that way.”

And the place where Z-RO came from was nowhere near nice. Born Joseph Wayne McVey in Houston’s rough and tumble South Park area. The 28 year old rap sensation was shuttled from household to household, in search of stability. But that stability would be even harder to find when at age six Z-RO’s mother died, forcing him to come to grips with pain at an early age. Once again Z-RO was forced to move to the east side of town, where things started to get kind of hectic for him. “That’s when shit started to get real,” recalls Z-RO. “A nigga started experiencing gun shots, stab wounds and all that other type of shit….all the shit that comes with being grown.”

By the time Z-RO had reached his late teens he had fallen victim to many of the traps that the system had set for young Black males, seeking a decent life with no jobs or opportunity available. He hit the block hustling.

Ironically, it was while he was hustling that he discovered rap music. According to Z-RO listening to the music of Tupac, The Geto Boys, Street Military, K-Reno and Klondike Kat inspired him to hustle harder so he could one day get himself out of the trap for good. It wasn’t long before Z-RO went from listening to rap music to kicking his own little freestyles over instrumentals that he heard on the radio and deciding that he was good enough to get into the rap game.

After going through a couple of studios recording demo after demo he finally caught a big break when he was hanging out in a studio and the CEO of a local rap label heard him free styling and signed him. In 1996 Z-RO Dropped his underground debut entitled “Look What You Done to Me.” The record created a huge buzz for Z-RO who quickly followed that up with Z-RO Vs the World and King of the Ghetto as well as a record by his group the Guerilla Maab. In addition to this Z-RO also joined the late great DJ Screw’s legendary Screwed Up Click and started spitting fire on the pioneering DJ slowed down tapes. All of these things helped to escalate Z-RO’s buzz throughout the South and by 2002 his talent and hard work caught the attention of Rap-a-Lot’s founder and CEO James Prince, who offered him a deal.

In 2004, Z-RO released his critically acclaimed Rap-a-Lot debut called The Life and Times of Joseph McVeigh. The record was a huge success and helped expand Z-Ro’s massive fan base beyond the Deep South. Now with his latest album Let the Truth be Told Z-RO is poised to take the world by storm, while starting a firestorm of controversy in the process. By sticking to what he calls “the G-Code” Z-RO is telling it like it really is on the streets and letting the chips fall where they may.

Produced by a slew of the South’s hottest producers lead by the legendary Mike Dean Let the Truth Be Told stands as one of the best records that the label has released in a while. True to Rap-a-Lot and Z-RO’s tradition of keeping their music real street is the lead single entitled The Mule featuring label-mate Devin the Dude & Juvenile, a slow and nasty song that harks back to the randy tradition of the Geto Boys “This Dick is for You” jam. “For those that don’t know hitting them with the mule means fucking the dog shit outta somebody’s daughter,” explains Z-RO. Another standout track is the heartfelt song “I’m Going Platinum,” a song that displays Z-RO positive outlook on his career. While these songs help to give the album a variety it is the hardcore, take-no-prisoners attitude of songs like the title page that make Let the Truth be Told so irresistible.

“I’m gonna let the truth be told on faggot-ass police. I’m let the truth be told on these faggot-ass CEOs of these record labels, I let the truth be told on these faggot-ass niggas in the street, I’m letting the truth be told on these rappers –that’s one thing about me is I tell like it is. You can call me a label muthafucka because I put labels on muthafuckas. It’s a lotta muthafuckas rapping from the 3rd person man. They just there to talk about shit in general. Me, I’m gonna talk about some particular shit or some particular muthafuckas. If I feel like a muthafucka’s being less than a G then I’m gonna say it on my shit. That’s why I called it Let The Truth be Told.”

Mo City Don (Freestyle)
The Mule feat. Devin the Dude & Juvenile
Don't Wanna Hurt Nodoby feat. Trae & Lil’ Boss of ABN
Platinum
It Don't Stop
I'm A Soldier
1 Night feat. Trae of ABN
Help Me Please
Another Song
Everyday, Samethang
The Same One
1st Time Again feat. Ashanti
From The South feat. Paul Wall & Lil’ Flip
Respect My Mind
Ride 2 Night
Auntie & Grandma
It's A Shame

SGV

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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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1113505455 - January 1, 1970 By : A little something for you Northern Cali heads, a free mixtape by DJ Doc Boogie called "The Warm Up Mixtape. Mixtape features released and exclusive songs by the likes of Frontline, Balance, Richie Rich, JT The Bigga Figga, Mac Mall, Xzibit, The Team, E-A Ski, Mr. Kee and many more.

Download it below:

-=| DJ Doc Boogie - The Warm Up Mixtape |=- (70MB)


Here's the tracklisting:

01.The Team-Im On One
02.Frontline Feat San Quinn-I Got
03.Pigtaktix-Bush (Prod Pigtaktix)(Exclusive)
04.Hussalah-Hussalah
05.B.I.G Feat Eazy-E_Alliyah_Big Pun_Soulja Slim_Big L_J.M.J_Tupac_O.D.B (Nu-Sounds Prod)
06.P.S.D Feat Balance_Young Haiti_Baby Bash-Tryin To Get It (World Premiere)
07.J.T The Bigga Figga And Mac Mall Feat Goldie (Federation)-Get There
08.Xzibit Feat Jelly Roll-Saturday Night Live
09.Frontline-Ripper
10.The New Bay Feat Richie Rich-I Gotcha
11.Mac Dre-Retro Dance Record
12.Killa Kiese-Killa Kiese
13.Mr Kee-Thats Okay
14.Clyde Carson Feat San Quinn-Fire (Exclusive)
15.T-Biz (Dynamic Duo)-Get Down (Exclusive)
16.The Prophet-strobe Light (Prod Brian Watters)(Exclusive)
17.2Pac-Po Nigga Blues
18.The Team-I Ask (Tonight) (Rare Track)
19.Baby Bash Feat Akon-Im Back (Dj Doc Boogie Break)
20.The Federation-You Might See Me
21.D-Shot Feat E-40-707
22.Dynamic Duo-Makin Moves (Prod Lankizzle) (Dj Dizzy Ext Remix)
23.E-A Ski-My Bad
24.C-4 (dynamic Duo)-Cali Nigga (Excluisive)
25.Ludacriss Feat Dj Quick-Spur Of The Moment
26.Scarface-G-Code
27.2Pac-Crooked Nigga
28.Dynamic Duo Feat Prophet_Pigtaktix-"Northern Cali Clap" (Exclusive)

Enjoy!

Nima

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1113693470 - January 1, 1970 By : Tonight at the The Glass House The Dope Base is bringing you one of the most live shows of the year with great lyricists known for their hip hop performances, straight up Underground at it's purest with headlining greats: Aceyalone, Busdriver (Project Blowed), Galapagos 4 ( OffWhyte Mesitzo Kip Killagain Mike G ),spinning for tonight Jroz & DJ Ethos (Nomadic Sound System), including flows by Writers Block (Dannu & Lord Zen -Visonaries), Smashpop Collective, also on stage Bizzart including special guests The Crux I just got word Special Guests will be hitting the stage. Come chill with Dubcnn and get a great show with artists and lyricist of the hip hop world!
You can expect Dubcnn to be in the house for all that live coverage

The Glass House is located 200 W. Second st, Pomona Ca 91766
This is a 21 & over event, $20.00 admission

LatinaBeatz

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1114199965 - January 1, 1970 By : Some more audio from the homie Jay 211 from the Re-Up Ent camp around Ras Kass. This time, he spit over the "Hood Hop" beat (J-Kwon). Jay is spitting fire as usual, don't sleep on this one.

Download it below:

-=| Jay 211 - Hood Hop Freestyle |=-


Enjoy, and look for more exclusives soon!




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1114281155 - January 1, 1970 By : The Blackwallstreet affiliated producer/rapper Kre8tor has a tight bootleg out on the streets which I think you guys should definetly checkout.

Kre8tor has recently locked down world wide distribution with Active/Universal and is about to put out his first reggaeton artist called Swerve the single is called "V.i.P".

Kre8tor is one of hardest working underground producers, besides running a record company and producing for california artists he is also directing a movie which will be released with a soundtrack later this year. The movie is called "gun man chronicles"

Download Kre8tor's bootleg collection volume 1 by clicking HERE .

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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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Nima

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1114750410 - January 1, 1970 By :
Profe-C and Tee Loc are back with volume 2 of their Eastinfection mixtapes. This tape includes a lot of exclusive tracks aswell as industry beats. Potent Poets also make some appearances on this one.

.:Click Here to Download The Mixtape:.

For those in the Vancouver area, Easinfection will be doing a live show Friday, April 29th along with Brougham Camp and Ghosfeinz. DJ Kemo of the Rascalz will be in the house spinning.

Click Here to see the flyer

Also, check out www.ghosfienz.com to download selected tracks off their new Mixtape GF Musick



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1114751098 - January 1, 1970 By : South San Diego emcee Queenie is ready to drop "Tijuana/South S.D. The Mixtape." The Mixtape will be avaible, for a limited time, as a free download. Then it will be available only by purchase. Peep out HeavyWeightRadio.com for more info. Also, you can peep the cover of the mixtape!

You know how Dubcnn does it! Here's 3 exlcusive MP3's from Queenie for your listening pleasure!

Dumpin' over J-Kwon's "Tipsy."
Oye Señorita
The Way Queenie Flows over Ashanti's "Only You."

For all my L.A. folks, Queenie we be performing this Saturday April, 30 2005 at The Stash Hood Tour @ Downtown Zsa Zsa Gallery (Located on 155 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles) for the release party for "The Stash" CD/DVD from Above Ground Ent.

Shouts to my boy Queenie! Keep doing what you do homeboy! Shouts to Bombudd for the hook up!

SGV

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1114824657 - January 1, 1970 By : Sup ya'll. I swear to God the rappers in San Diego never stop grinding. Releasing his debut album is none other than CONTRABAND. Those familiar with Contraband's name have heard his lyrics on Bay Loc's SD Ridaz Compilation and he's a member of the E-Mortal Gang (Cricet,Contraband,Complex,and Baby Krown) who have an album titled Power Must Be Taken.

Below is the tracklist to new album:


1. Intro "Landmark"
2. The Return feat. Cricet
3. Do Dat
4. Da Kay ha feat. Cricet
5. You Don't Know
6. Bobbin & Weavin
7. Bad Weather feat. Tha Cutt Throat
8. Hostile
9. 1-800-Dirty-Talk
10. The Hottest Shit Out
11. Crazy Shit feat. Cricet
12. Feel The Wrath
13. Thru Tha Years feat. Cricet
14. So What Cha Wanna Do
15. ContraVersy feat. Cricet, Complex
16. Wave Yo Hand's ("Hood Anthem")


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1114825747 - January 1, 1970 By : Hood from the Bloc Runnaz had just told me the blazin' follow up to their mixtape last year "Bloc'd Up Mixtape Vol 1" entitled Bloc Runnaz Mixtape Vol. 2 will be out very,very soon. He sent 4 of the new songs for everyone to enjoy.

Bloc Runnaz







Tha Mojo's Back - Bloc Runnaz ft. Obnoxious

1, 2 - Bloc Runnaz

Split His Wig - Bloc Runnaz

In The Air - Bloc Runnaz ft. Obnoxious

www.soundclick.com/bands/9/blocrunnazmusic.htm

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1115958422 - January 1, 1970 By : What happens when the East Coast is bred with the South? T-Waters. Born in Yonkers, New York and raised in Savannah, Georgia, this 22 year old emcee is ready to make his mark in the game. Backed by the newly appointed President of Virgin Records, Jermaine Dupri and his long standing label So So Def, T-Waters is in a good spot.

He just relased his Mixtape FloodWatch, which is hosted by New York Mainstay, DJ Envy. He's working on his album and it should be out this summer. We'll be bringin' you all the latest on this up and comer!

We've dropped a few tracks from T-Waters before, but here we have 4 tracks for your listening pleasure from that Mixtape.

Peep the tracks:

Big Homie

Can't Stop Freestyle

Down & Out Freestlye

Mind Made Up Freestyle

Bump it loud. Remember where you got it! Dubcnn.com! East Coast, West Coast, Worldwide!!!

SGV

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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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1116198164 - January 1, 1970 By : Here at Dubcnn we like to pride ourselves in being the ones to first bring you new artists that are making some buzz in the Hip Hop community from underground to commercial, So it's tight when someone we featured is making their way in their journey to the top.


Originally from Coachella, Ca. Malverde is on his way to making some serious noise. As we brought to you first Having been recognized in the March issue of The Source Magazine, along with credited reviews and performances all over the states promoting his Independently released debut Spanish album Mi Palabra available in stores now, this is just the beginging for his quest to bring a new name to "Latin Hip Hop" and Hip Hop in general

Malverde is defined as a lyrical emcee with transcending beats with rhythms both true to form Hip Hop with Latin Flavors, along with a stage presence that sets himself apart in a class of his own that has already been making some serious buzz in the Hip Hop scene. Currently working on his highly anticipated second album featuring collabs with some of his influences none other than B-Real of Cypress Hill and Son Doobie of Funkdoobiest, This Sophmore album promises to be ground breaking and maybe, just maybe this album will take Malverde to the top of the Hip Hop world!

You can catch Malverde tonight on American Latino. For California residents the show will appear on Channel 7 @ 12:30 AM for all listings nation wide check out American Latino

For all info on Malverde Click Here


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1116300780 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Warrior, DJ Strong, Kurupt and Y.A start West Coast Resurrection with Cali Untouchable Radio Pt. 5: Y.A featuring Roscoe, Tristar, Jayo Felony, Yukmouth, Gail Gotti, and many more!!!

Recently with the reuniting of Tha Dogg Pound (Snoop Dogg, Daz, and Kurupt) and a successful show at Club Soho in downtown Los Angeles, Kurupt, his brother Roscoe, YA (Youth Authority), DJ Warrior, and DJ Strong release Cali Untouchable Radio Pt. 5: Y.A to the streets. Cali Untouchable Radio Pt. 5 debuts exclusive freestyles and songs by Y.A, Kurupt, Roscoe, Tristar, Jayo Felony, Yukmouth, Gail Gotti and more!!!

"If you are a real Dogg Pound fan, this Cali Untouchable project is for you" says DJ Warrior.

"You can't recreate this type of mixtape it is just impossible. Everything is so on point and there is so much depth to this mixtape it is more or less an album...Cali Untouchable style. You can listen to this 100 times and still pull things out of it. 6 months in the makings this mixtape has seen Kurupt at war with Tha Dogg Pound, Roscoe in a near fatal car accident, and finally the reuniting of one of the top 5 tightest rap groups Tha Dogg Pound! Worldwide this is the illest project out from the streets of the West Coast. I feel this is like a combination of Warrior's Outlaw Warriorz 1 and my Palm Trees & Gangstas 1. Its an artist album but a mixtape to the fullest. Get ready for the next Cali Untouchable project...." says DJ Strong.

Two months ago a west coast peace treaty put together by Steve Harvey and Snoop Dogg himself, called together all West Coast hip hop artists. Cali Untouchable DJs founders DJ Warrior and DJ Strong were two of three of the only DJ's selected to represent at the peace treaty. Since all problems are resolved, Kurupt has joined the "How the West Was Won" tour and has been freestyling with Game onstage every night since he joined the tour.

DJ Warrior adds "We're the most exclusive street DJ's for the West Coast. We're the pioneers of this Hip Hop West movement, period". Check your west coast network of online sites for exclusives and audio. Cali Untouchable Radio Pt. 5 is available at www.hiphopwest.com


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1116318751 - January 1, 1970 By : The ever charasmatic MISTAH F.A.B. releases his sophmore album "Son Of A Pimp" through the late Mac Dre's Thizz Entertainment label today May 17th. The self-appointed "Prince Of The Bay" collaborates with Kanye West and Bay Area legends E-40, Yukmouth, Mac Mall, & E A Ski. Below is the tracklisting and features. The single of the release is "Super Sick Wid It" featuring E-40 and Turf Talk. To find out more head over to Mistah F.A.B.'s official site.


INTRO - Fabby's Mom
CRUSH ON YOU - Produced By - Teddy Bishop
STREETS OF THE BAY - Feat - PSD - Produced By: Clipto
DO IT LIVE FOR ME - Feat - Mac Mall / G.Stack (Delinquents) - Produced By - Trackademics
HEY LITTLE MAMA - Feat - Johnny Cash / Jacka - Produced By - Trackademics
KICKED OUT THE CLUB - Produced By - Sean T.
CALL HEAVEN - Produced By - Trackademics
HOODLIFE - Produced By- Swampcat
LET ME DO MY THANG - Feat - Kato / Yukmouth - Produced By - Ruff
SUPER SICK WIT IT - Feat - Turf Talk / E-40 - Produced By - Droop-E
IF "IF" WAS A 5TH - Produced By - Trackademics
IF PAPA WAS HOME - Produced by - Gennessee
MAMA SONG - Feat - Dyson - Produced By - Trackademics
N.E.W. OAKLAND - Feat - G.Stack (Delinquents) / Bavgate - Produced By - E A-Ski & CMT
CITY LIMITS - Feat - Messy Marv / Mr. Kee - Produced By - Ear Hustlers
DIS IS HOW DA GAME GOES - Feat Mac Dre (R.I.P.) / Miami - Produced By - Legendgary
WHERE'S MY DADDY - Produced By: Gennessee
U R MY ANGEL - Produced By - Trackademics

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1116385364 - January 1, 1970 By : The world has been waiting for a new female hip hop artist to set the music game straight. She has to be able to spit raw ryhmes for the streets and still be ladylike. She must have her own unique style of fashion and image similar to Da Brat and Aaliyah. She has to be gangsta like 2Pac, but pimperish like Snoop Dogg. She will be a sexy spit-fire thug chick. We have been traveling around the world, coast to coast, city to city, state to state, country to country for the past 10 years looking for the perfect female rap artist to fill the void. Our final destination....Californ-I-A.

Allow me to formally introduce Dutchez a.k.a Dutch Da Dame.

“Hold up...! Let me make this clear! I’m the only chick running biz this year”

Dutchez (Danisha Jefferson) was born in the little town of Batesville, Mississippi. Her parents were both in the military, so she has traveled all around the world. “Every 3 to 4 years we were packing up and moving to a different part of the world, so I love to travel.” She started writing poetry at the age of 12 and 3 years later, joined the school band.

She began combining her poetry with musical scores written by for band. Now put spoken words on top of groovy instrumentals and you have Hip Hop Music. In 1997, Dutchez moved to Moreno Valley, California. “It’s a whole nutha world in California. I had to not only be book
smart, but also street smart.” After doing numerous collabs and features with local cliques, she found a home at Paper’d Up Records. Currently Da Dame is working with Dr. Stank, finishing up her album. She is also working on a mixtape titled “Fo Dem Streets”. She has been performing at clubs and talent showcases for the last 5 years struggling to be seen and heard.
“I am very versatile. I can speak knowledge to educate the youth or I can spit that raw sh&! for my people in the streets.”
The album has a variety of tracks including gangsta rap, hip hop, r&b, reggae...Music for anyone who loves music no matter the type. Dutch Da Dame will be dropping a single in late summer 2005. Dutchez is Here! “It’s about time a real b&*#! stepped up on the scene, wit California Dreams!”

Check out two of her songs below, more coming soon:

Dutchez - Get Live

Dutchez - Wanna Be Yo Friend

Shouts out to Sylvia from Platinum Queens, keep it up!

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1116553965 - January 1, 1970 By : With Oakland rapper Habitt's debut album, "Talk Of The Town" on Fat Daddy Records out this week, the record label headed by actress Yvette Wilson and her husband Jerome Harry, there have been some questions regarding the identity of one of the album's featured artists. The Iranian-born poetess and singer Aku G. Fort makes her foray into hiphop, singing the chorus on the album's track "Hypnotize". Her vocals are sung in Persian, as Mid-East meets West Coast hiphop.

Aku says, "A lot of young people are now supporting Persians like myself, who are active in hiphop culture. Many of us want to rebel against the racism we are seeing go on against us, and it happens to us no matter where we are in the world, what countries around the world." She notes that racism has increased since 9-11, and unfortunately, too many people blame all Mid-Easterners for the political situation.
Hiphop, she says, can help people learn that this prejudice is wrong.
Aku notes, "Hiphop is a universal language. I see a lot of people from different countries who are saying things in hiphop music that they never had the guts to say in their own culture's melodies. Hiphop is a format where the music and flow lend themselves to be able to say things are hard to express through other sorts of music. It's also part of the attitude of hiphop. You feel free to say things that you couldn't say before, anywhere else."

She adds that due to the precarious situation in certain Mid-Eastern countries, this freedom is being enjoyed for the first time by many of those who never had that liberation before. "It means a lot to us," she explains. "Persian people who relate to hiphop do so because they can express themselves through it better than with anything else. Hiphop is like a temple where they can go and be freed." It is cathartic, she maintains, noting that hiphop "is like a medication for them because it allows them some release, and it is so precious."

She is quick to point out, "If there is anything we appreciate, it is freedom."

Another factor that adds to the bond between many people of Persian descent and hiphop is that many hiphop songs explore racism. "A lot of hiphop songs have special meaning to people who are being unfairly discriminated against. This racism has escalated against Persians because of the war. Since many songs in hiphop address racism and trying to make it in a world where unfortunately, we have to contend with racism, those songs become very personal to us. We are trying to live in a positive way, despite bad vibes that come from certain people who justify their racism, and they cling to it in order to feel a false sense of superiority."

"Hiphop is the most free form of expression," she contends. "With the war going on, and all the racism against people from the Mid-East, regardless of where they may be in the world, this is the one place where we can express ourselves and say something about it--in hiphop."
Aku says, "I am so happy that I have a chance to express myself through hiphop, and to represent, to speak about my own people and nationality. I want to thank hiphop for giving me this opportunity."

"Talk Of The Town" is available in stores nationwide.

Nima

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1116678910 - January 1, 1970 By : When discussing champions of real hip-hop, two names are guaranteed to come up:
Sway & King Tech. The legendary hosts of the world-famous syndicated rap radio program, The Wake Up Show, have an uncanny knack for spotting and showcasing emerging talent in hip-hop.

Their influential radio show has featured The Notorious B.I.G., Eminem, Jay-Z, and Nas, all before they became the superstars that they are today.

With Back 2 Basics, their second album, Sway & Tech show that their ear for talent is sharp as ever.Respected veteran acts such as Common, Royce Da 5'9'', Kam and Canibus are featured, as are up-and-comers Sly Boogy, Crooked I, Kallihan, Self Scientific, Dirty Birdy and Verb & Rock.

By featuring such supremely talented rappers over blistering beats by some of hip-hop's best beatsmiths, Sway & King Tech have provided a platform for talented lyricists to shine.

Dubcnn brings you 2 tracks from this bangin album that comes out May 24th:

Sly Boogie "Everything"
Crooked I "Watch What You Do"



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1116808272 - January 1, 1970 By : What's going down? I'm back with an exclusive track courtesy of the homie Sabotawj, representing San Diego, CA. I recently put up his song "Homocidal Vinyl" aswell as his entire "Community College Dropout Mixtape".

I have his brand new single here for ya'll, called "In Yo Hood", from the upcoming album, also titled "In Yo Hood". The song was produced by P Double.

Check it out below:

Sabotawj - In Yo Hood

Enjoy, and as always, hit up rhymeside.com for more info on Sabotawj & Rhymeside.

Nima

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1116997255 - January 1, 1970 By : Kansas City Rapper Killed in Las Vegas
Kansas City, MO/South of Las Vegas, NV --- A Kansas City rapper is shot and killed in a neighborhood south of Las Vegas. A security guard found 22-year-old Anthony Watkins, also known as "Fat Tone", dead inside a car at the end of a cul-de-sac in a neighborhood near Vegas. Another man was dead on the ground nearby. Investigators say both men were shot several times. In October 2003, Watkins was supposed to perform at Millenium Club on Kansas City's east side, but someone shot him during what police call a 'rolling disturbance.'
Watkins had just left a radio station near 47th and Main when that shooting happened. Detectives do not know who's responsible for Fat Tone's death, but police in Kansas City say Watkins may have known something about the murder of a California rapper named Mac-Dre. Dre died in a drive-by shooting in Kansas City last fall.


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1117101877 - January 1, 1970 By : A war between West Coast and Midwest rappers is blamed for two murders in Las Vegas. The men's bodies were found in a neighborhood under construction in Southern Highlands on Monday. Now police are searching for three suspects.

Metro police raided a home Tuesday night, but the suspects already fled. The home is just blocks away from the murder scene.

Brandon Marx, a neighbor says, "I heard a lot of people saying, come out with your hands up." Marx was at his girlfriend's Southern Highlands home Tuesday night when he heard Metro's SWAT team knock down the neighbor's door.

Marx says, "I just went out to see and there were three SWAT guys behind the truck and they were telling us to go back in the house, go back in the house. So, we just went back in."

Police were looking for the renter, 24-year-old Jason Mathis, murder suspect, 34-year-old Andre Dow and 27-year-old Tanisha Aaron, the owner of the car where the two murdered men were found on Monday morning.

Dow, known as "Mac Minister," made headlines five years ago when he and another rapper brawled at the nationally televises Source Awards in Pasadena, California.

The bodies of the victims have been identified as 22-year-old Jermaine "Cowboy" Atkins and his best friend, 23-year-old Anthony Watkins, known as rapper, Fat Tone.

In his music, the Kansas City rapper documents the gang war between him and people associated with rapper Mac Dre from the San Francisco Bay area. Mac Dre was killed in a drive-by on a Kansas City highway last November. Rumor has been that Fat Tone was the shooter, but he was never arrested for the crime.

The victims' family says the two men were in town for a Snoop Dogg concert at the Palms Tuesday night. The family says that Mac Minister lured the two men to their death on Sunday night at the MGM Grand hotel by promising to hook them up with Snoop Dogg's record label. Instead they ended up dead in a Southern Highlands neighborhood.

Police have found the suspect's vehicle dumped in Vallejo, California.

Police found little furniture inside the home and believe that the three suspects are on the run in the Bay area now.

Sources at Metro say that the Snoop Dogg concert was almost canceled in fear of retaliation at the event. But a spokesperson at the Palms hotel says that wasn't true, and the concert went on as scheduled without any added extra security

source: KLas TV

Yash

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1117228598 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Warrior & Universal Records: The Longest Yard is the story of pro quarterback Paul Crewe (Adam Sandler)
and former college champion and coach Nate Scarboro (Burt Reynolds) who are doing time in the same prison. Asked to put together a team of inmates to take on the gaurds. Crew enlists the help of Scarboro to coach the inmates to victory in a football game fixed to turn out quite another way!

DJ Warrior brings you another official mixtape this time teaming up with Universal Records, this is the most anticipated soundtrack for the summer. "The Longest Yard" Soundtrack Mixtape officially mixed and co-hosted by DJ Warrior along with David Banner, feat. Nelly, Chamillionaire, WC, Lil' Wayne, T.I., Eminem, and more!

This Mixtape is out in the Streets right now!!

Soundtrack is out - May, 24th 2005!!!!

Tracklisting:
1. David Banner HipHopWest.com Intro
2. DJ Warrior Intro
3. Nelly/Jung Tru/King Jacob - Errtime
4. Trillville - Infiltrate
5. W.C./Nelly - Whip Yo Ass
6. Lil Wayne - Shorty Bounce
7. Chamillionaire/David Banner - Talking That Talk
8. Ali/Gipp - Let 'Em Fight
9. 216 - You Should Know
10. Akon/Blewz - So Fly
11. Murphy Lee/King Jacob/Prentiss Church - Stomp
12. T.I. - Bounce Like This
13. Taylor Made/Nelly - Datz On My Mama
14. D12/Eminem - My Ballz
15. DJWarrior.biz Outro

Cop it at HipHopWest.com!!!

Don't forget! On June 2nd, Cali Untouchables will be in full effect at Club Ice for their Triple Mixtape Release party!

Celebrating the release of Cali Untouchable Radio Pt. 5 with DJ Warrior/DJ Strong/Kurupt/Roscoe/Y.A. The Longest Yard Soundtrack Mixtape Co-Hosted by DJ Warrior along with David Banner. This Soundtrack is in stores now with Universal Records. Last but not least, the brand new mixtape called C.U. Club Hitz with DJ Warrior and DJ Fatal of the World Famous Cali Untouchable DJs!

There'll be XXL Magazine Giveaways, as well as Giveaways from Universal Records. Everyone who comes to party will get 3 Brand New Cali Untouchable DJs Mixtapes, courtesy of DJ Warrior, Strong and Fatal. Lot's of fun is to be expected!

Front Flyer
Back Flyer

R.I.P. Justo!

SGV

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1117546738 - January 1, 1970 By : Queensbridge rapper Littles is set to drop "Reloaded: The Mixtape" along with "The Queensbridge Ghettomentary DVD" TODAY. The project is presented by Best Of The Block Inc. To view the cover in full size, click on the small picture to your left.

The mixtape is heated, with production by the likes of Red Spyda, J-Rush, Rick Rude, Get Large and more. Guest appearances include Havoc, Tragedy Khadafi, Nature and more.

I also have a preview song for ya'll to download. It's called "We Are" and is produced by J-Rush. It's a certified banger, make sure to check it out.


Here goes the tracklisting, click on the highlighted song (#2) to download it:

1. Intro. Produced by: Da Bangaz
2. We are. Produced by: Rusch/Beyond Fiction Inc.
3. My life in uh verse. Produced by: Gooch/Gooch music
4. Free. Produced by: Get Large
5. Snitch. Produced by: Da Bangaz
6. Fooling around. Produced by: A. Arnwine
7. So serious. Produced by:NZ
8. Why I cheat feat. Kovon Produced by:Da Bangaz
9. Sick wit it. Produced by:Rick Rude
10. Letter to the editor. Produced by: Contakt
11. Ape something feat. Tragedy Khadafi:Produced by:Red spyda
12. On top of the world: Produced by Will C
13. You already know feat. BANDANA Produced by:Sebb
14. Day to day feat. Nature Produced by:Goody Goodman
15. Lord. Produced by: "co cheeks"

For more information, hit up bestoftheblock.com.


Nima

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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.

Nima

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1117633512 - January 1, 1970 By : On the latest Fat Tone mixtape "My Hood Betrayed Me" Fat Tone talks about the Mac Dre murder but sadly I think it was too late.
Click Here to download this controversial song!

Rest In Peace Fat Tone and Mac Dre


Yash

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1117752232 - January 1, 1970 By : 20 Years ago he said it would never happen again, but yesterday Bob Geldof announced that history was set to repeat itself, on an even bigger scale. Live 8 will be staged around the world at 5 locations; London's Hyde Park, Philadelphia's Museum of Art, Berlin - near Brandenberg Gate, Paris and Rome's Circus Maximus. On July 2nd London's Hyde Park will play stage to artists and bands including Coldplay, Elton John, Madonna, Robbie Williams, U2, Sir Paul McCartney and Big Snoop Dogg. Hopefully dubcnn will hear off Snoop regarding this announcement and find out his thoughts and feelings at being asked to participate.

Unlike the original Live Aid in 1985, it's not a charity event, but aims to draw attention to world poverty. It's being called Live 8 because the world's richest countries are meeting at the G8 summit a week later. Bob Geldof said of Live 8: "Charity will never really solve problems. It is time for justice - and 20 years after Live Aid, people now demand it of these eight men. The G8 leaders have it within their power to alter history."

At Philadelphia's Museum of Art artists such as Will Smith, Bon Jovi, Jay-Z, P Diddy, Stevie Wonder and 50 Cent will offer their support to the cause. Lauryn Hill will be among the appearences in Berlin while Craig David and Jamiroquai will feature in Paris. Faith Hill is said to be appearing at the venue in Rome.

This is a call to all fans of music and those with a desire to aid the ceasing of world poverty. Make a stand, show support and try to get to these concerts, if you can't then join millions of others all over the world in watching from your homes. Live Aid was a remarkable event in 1985, lets show world leaders that we want change and show the poor and oppressed that we care enough to make a stand.

Rud

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1118096994 - January 1, 1970 By : Flixx is a new artist from the city of Gardena, Ca. and one half of the group Hostyle Zone.
He is set to release his new solo album entitled "Politics and Pimipin" in September.

The single is produced by Likwid Crew producer J Wells and is called "Tha Dubb" featuring South Central rapper Bobby Bang.

The video will be available in a week so stay tuned.
Flixx displays his allegence to the Westcoast with songs like "tha Dubb" and "Tha Hood".
Flixx is putting the city of Gardena on his back and does not appear to be slowing down anytime soon.


Yash

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1118124744 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn keeps bringin the heat! Representing Strawberry Hill in Surrey, BC, Dubcnn is bringing you 2 new joints from The Teflon Don. Now some of you may be wondering why he calls himself "The Teflon Don", well here's why:

In the fall of 2000, the 20-year-old was charged with two counts of attempted murder after brothers Shiv and Nav Takhar were shot at in their car in a Riverbend neighbourhood.

Yesterday, a jury of 12 found Deol not guilty on two counts of attempted murder, two counts of pointing a firearm, two counts of discharging a firearm and one count of being in a vehicle with a firearm.

Here's the MP3's

.:The Teflon Don ft. Yukmouth "Get Touched":.

.:The Teflon Don ft. Noble "All Day":.




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1118187100 - January 1, 1970 By : Yesterday Yash introduced you to Flixx (see New Artist "Flixx" from the city of Gardena!), im back here with a picture of the artist himself and another track from his forthcoming solo album entitled "Politics and Pimipin" due for release in September. We released the J. Wells produced "Tha Dubb" yesterday and today we present "Bullshit" produced by Best Paul. Lookout for more news and audio from Flixx over the coming months. Please pass this audio round and share your thoughts over at the world famous WCC Forums. Where we give it to you Raw & Exclusive

Rud

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1118383119 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Fingaz and Dow Jones of Cali Untouchable DJ's are back at it! This time they hittin' you that classic Mash Up Party Mixtape. Adult Video Mixtape Vol. 1 is featuring all the classic Club cuts from Rock, Hip Hop, 80's & Reggae plus a "Crate Digger Classics." All hosted by the newest Adult Film Superstar Julia Bond.

CDs are ready to ship June 13, 2005. Dow and Fingaz are labeling it an "instant classic CD." It is the first in the line of many Adult Video Mixtapes by DJ Fingaz & Dow Jones. Catering to all them Strippers, Pornstars and money makers!!!

You can find everyone on this tape! From Marilyn Manson, Trick Daddy, Jay-Z, Ying Yang Twinz, Queen, Michael Jackson, Tupac, Luniz and many more.

Here's the Tracklisting:

01. Juliabond.com Intro
02. Marilyn Manson - Tainted Love
03. Soft Cell - Tainted Love
04. Ozzy Osborne - Crazy Train
05. Trick Daddy ft. Lil Jon - Lets Go
06. Jay Z - Encore
07. Lincoln Park ft. Jay Z - Numb/Encore
08. Queen - Under Pressure
09. Vanilla Ice - Ice Ice Baby
10. 50 Cent - Just A Lil Bit
11. N2Deep - Back To The Hotel
12. J Kwon - Tipsy
13. Queen - We Will Rock You
14. Shyne - Bad Boyz
15. Barryington Levy - Here I Come
16. Sister Nancy - Bam Bam
17. Luniz - I Got 5 On It
18. Run DMC ft. Aerosmith - Walk This Way
19. DMX - Party Up In Here
20. Ying Yang Twins ft. Free, Lil Scrappy, Busta Rhymes & Missy - Wait Rmx
21. Tom Tom Club - Genius Of Love
22. Michael Jackson - Rock With You
23. The White Stripes - Seven Nation Army
24. Lipps Inc - Funky Town
25. Mellisa Lugan - When I Hear Music
26. Thomas Dolby - She Blinded Me With Science
27. Mobb Deep - Twisted
28. Cypress Hill - Insane In The Brain
29. 2Pac ft. Dr. Dre - California Love
30. Juliabond.com Outro


Place all mixtape orders now! This Mash Up tape is crazy. Hit CaliUntouchableDJs@yahoo.com. Also be sure catch Dow Jones & DJ Fingaz all this weekend at La Erotica at the Convention Center in Downtown L.A. June 10-12. They'll be giving away promo copies of the Adult Video Mixtape Vol. 1 and Julia Bond will be there signing autographs and taking pictures!!

Next up is The Regime's second installment of their All Out War series. This time, DJ Fingaz and Dow Jones team with Yukmouth and The Regime to drop this Double Mixtape.

Disc One is being Mixed by Fingaz and features the usual suspects like Yuk, Gonzoe, Poppa LQ, Monsta Gunjah, C-Bo and more. Also, as I'm sure you're well aware, they'll be a massive amounts of diss records towards the likes of 50 Cent and The Game.

Disc Two is Mixed by Dow. He's got a new song from the Kansas City rhyme beast TechN9ne's new album, featuring the Bay Area Ambassador E-40. It doesn't stop there though... Rick Rock is on the boards!! You can also catch Dru Down, Roscoe, Messy Marv, Amp Pachino, as well as Jadakiss and Fat Joe's disses to the G-Unit General, respectively. On the latter, Yukmouth adds his own verse in.

If you liked Vol. 1, then you'll love this! Here's the tracklisting.

Disc 1 Mixed by Dj Fingaz
01. Yukmouth & Hagi Springer - Hagi's Store Regime Intro
02. Gonzoe ft. Yukmouth & Poppa LQ - Gunz Up
03. C-Bo ft Tha Realest, Jacka, Yukmouth & Gonzoe - Payback
04. 50 Cent & Funkmaster Flex - Hot 97 Interview
05. Young Roscoe ft. Yukmouth, Menace, Monsta Gunjah, Gonzoe, 151, The Lame - See You In The Streets
06. Gonzoe ft. Yukmouth, Poppa LQ & E Blak - Regime Ridaz
07. Young Skrilla ft. Amp-Pacino & Nate Da Nut - Murder Man Dance
08. Lino Da Wino, The Lame & Ted Smoke A Lot-Lino Interviewing The Lame
09. Yukmouth ft. Young Roscoe, Poppa LQ, Gonzoe, Lino Da Wino & The Lame - Playin Gaymez
10. Gonzoe ft. Yukmouth & Poppa LQ - Stupid Slap
11. Gonzoe ft. E Blak, Yukmouth, J Stone & Jashee - Regime Killaz
12. Scarface ft. Gonzoe, Poppa LQ & Kanye West - The Corner Rmx
13. Young Skrilla ft. Yukmouth - Regime Muzik
14. Poppa LQ aka Kenny Kingpen - Dats Da Bizznezz
15. Monstah Gunjah ft. Yukmouth & Menace - Chipz R Down
16. Game Radio
17. Bang Em Shit
18. Domination ft. Bang Em Smurf & Silverback Guerillaz - Fuck Gayme
19. Yukmouth ft. Monstah Gunjah, Gonzoe, The Lame - Empire
20. Jay Z - Game Diss
21. Yukmouth - Monopoly
22. Lino Da Wino - Liquor Store

Disc 2 Mixed by Dow Jones
01. Dow Jones & Yukmouth - All Out War Vol. 2 Intro
02. Gonzoe & Young Roscoe - Bet Sumthin
03. Young Skrilla ft. Amp Pacino, & Yukmouth - Murder Show
04. Tech N9NE ft. E40 - Jelly Sickle (prod. by Rick Rock)
05. Fat Jone Interview
06. Fat Joe ft. Yukmouth - My 44 Rmx
07. Mark Shiest - Back Down
08. Jadakiss - Animal Rmx
09. Gonzoe ft. Menace, Poppa LQ & Young Fifth
10. Young Skrilla - Nigga Wit A Trigga
11. Poppa LQ ft. Yukmouth & Gonzoe - Thunder
12. Yukmouth & Menace - Copz Behind Us
13. Ted Smoke A Lot ft. Lino Da Wino & The Lame - Peace Conference
14. Messy Marv ft. Guce & 50 Cent - Its Not A Gayme
15. Gonzoe ft. Dru Down & Yukmouth - Grind Harda
16. Yukmouth - As U Should
17. Gonzoe, Don Stryke, E Blak, Dru Down & Yukmouth - We Pak Gunz
18. Yukmouth ft. Gonzoe & E Blak - End Ya Career
19. Menace ft. Yukmouth - Steel Bedz
20. Gonzoe ft. Menace, Poppa LQ, Yukmouth, E Blak & Young Fifth - Where We From
21. Young Skrilla - Im All In
22. Yukmouth & Young Dru - Mobb Shit
23. Yukmouth & Dow Jones All Out War Vol. 2 Outro

These CDs will be ready to ship June 22, 2005 at RapBay.com

Last but not least, Dow Jones has Play Your Position Vol. 3 hosted by Platinum West Coast producer Meech Wells, that will be ready end of June. It features 12+ original World Premier tracks produced by Meech Wells and Dow Jones. Guest appearances include Ras Kass, Game, Crooked I, Balance, Yukmouth, Kokane, Snoop Dogg, Freeway plus a bunch of exclusive new tracks from Big Wy, Mitchy Slick, Jellyroll, M.O.P, Mobb Deep, Busta Rhymes and more. This tape looks like it's gonna be crazy!!!

SGV

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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

SGV

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1118929369 - January 1, 1970 By : I'm back with some news on Daz Dillinger's anticipated release for all the producers out there: "Samplin' 2 The Beat Of The Drum", a project he put together with Dion Neuble. To view the cover in full size, click on the picture to your left.

D-A-Z put together a little commercial for ya'll as a preview, to see what to expect from the release, check it out below to see for yourself:

Daz Dillinger - Samplin' 2 The Beat Of The Drum (Commercial)

This project will be in stores at the end of August worldwide, so if you're a producer out there trying to pick up on some knowledge, check it out!

Nima

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1119610349 - January 1, 1970 By : YinSumi Press, the world’s first publishing house dedicated to documenting the social and political trends in the Hip Hop sub culture, is proud to announce that author Adisa Banjoko, DJ Mike Relm and Balance will release a powerful CD to accompany the release of “Lyrical Swords Vol. 2: Westside Rebellion”. The book and CD will drop Oct., 1st 2005 on YinSumi Press. To download a sample MP3 of Adisa Banjoko’s Harvard lecture on “Islam, Hip Hop and Black America” featuring Balance w/ various beats and blends by DJ Relm: LISTEN HERE!!
“Lyrical Swords Vol. 2: Westside Rebellion” looks at the difference in philosophy and strategy between Hip Hop on the east coast and west coast. “People forget that the west coast is the home of the Black Panthers and the Brown Beret’s. When the courts fail to serve justice to the people out west, we riot. That’s why Tupac said ‘Only in Cali do we riot not rally, so live and die’. From Ice Cube to Tupac, Paris and Kam, we have a ton of strong conscious rappers. But the standard myth is that the only conscious rappers come from the east. No doubt our east coast brothers set the standard. But like everything else in Hip Hop, we have our own unique way of being politically active.”

Additional tracks from Balance and San Jose’s Jay the Butcher and Shamako Noble be featured on the CD for “Lyrical Swords Vol. 2: Westside Rebellion”.

“In truth, the CD is a tribute to Keith LeBlanc’s “No Sell Out” from back in 1983. It’s a tribute to Malcolm X and LeBlanc. When we tell you that you have not heard anything like this before, we mean it. The artistry by which Relm rocked the blends of my lecture with Hip Hop is beyond amazing. To be on the same team as Balance on a mixtape is just an honor in itself. When it comes to ‘Lyrical Swords Volume 2: Westside Rebellion’, people can either be down now, or bow down later. But the rebellion is on!!” said Banjoko.

In addition the book “Lyrical Swords Vol. 2: Westside Rebellion” will feature previously unreleased interviews from the late 80’s and early 90’s with artists such as Master P, Mac Mall, Run D.M.C. and Jam Master Jay, Luniz, Paris, Young Black Teenagers, Slick Rick, Tragedy Khadafi, Spice One, Gangstarr, and many others.
Other dynamic social and political commentary on issues facing today’s youth will also be included. A sample MP3 of DJ Mike Relm’s mix can be heard right now at www.netweed.com/lyricalswords!!

Nima

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1119818276 - January 1, 1970 By : Los Angeles-born recording artist SKG is gearing up to release her DVD entitled, "Whats Really Hood?" this fall, and will be accompanied by a 6 track LP.

The DVD features appearances from some the music industries biggest names such as Fat Joe, Ja Rule, Jadakiss, Ying Yang Twinz, The Neptunes, Styles P, Ice-T, Yukmouth, Bad Azz, Tha Relativez, Goldie Loc, Slim Thug, Paul Wall, Jim Jones, Kurupt and more.


Since SKG hit big with "Let Em Have It," from Tupac Shakur's fourth posthumous album Until The End Of Time and "10 Til Midnight," off of Tha Dogg Pound 2002 release, the Hip-Hop masses have clamored about rhymestress SKG and her whereabouts. In 2001 Marion "Suge" Knight, the founder of controversial rap label Death Row Records told BET, "We have a female rapper, SKG. Everybody says she's definitely the best.".

Four years later the female rapper/model is now set to put her stamp on the music industry, with the DVD, "Whats Really Hood?", a calander this fall and a full length solo album to follow next year.

In other news, SKG is also working on a Mixtape that will be available soon at the SKGFlava.com Message Boards, and is offering upcoming or established artists the opportunity to appear on a song with SKG, Napoleon (Outlawz) and Big Chan (Doggy's Angels) that will be featured on the 6 track LP accompanying the DVD. For further information Click HERE.

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1119950810 - January 1, 1970 By : L.A. artist Third Degree is set to drop his debut album, "The Pedestrian," on August 2nd. Last week we dropped some information on the project, see 'Third Degree : "The Pedestrian".' Here i have some audio from the project for you including the single, "Do My Thang," which features Bay Area hiphop veteran E-40. Click Here to see the "The Pedestrain" album cover. The release is set to feature 21 tracks, including the single "Do My Thang," featuring E-40 and will drop on Blak Ice Records, look for more news and audio as we get it!

3rd Degree - "Do My Thang" (Feat. E-40)

3rd Degree - "The Pedestrian Preview Mixtape" (Includes "Do My Thang," "I Got This," "My Way," "Favourite Shade of Brown," "The Pedestrain" and "Novemeber.")

Some of you will be pleased to know that Chris "The Glove" Taylor mixed all these tracks, you may remember his work with Dr. Dre and more recently on Chico & Coolwadda's "Wild N Tha West."

Enjoy and please drop feedback on the tracks over at our West Coast Connection Forum.

Rud

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1120158214 - January 1, 1970 By : We back with that exclusive Crack! Today we bring you the remix to DJ Quik's latest single "Fandango," with B-Real and Sinful. Quik just recently released his Mixtape, Trauma, but you will not find this Remix on it. You can only find it here, on DubCNN.com!

While the Quiksta spits the same verse as before, you find B-Real dropping a brand-new verse in Spanish, that goes along perfectly with Sinful's Spanish rap. Even if you don't speak the language, this is the heat, just in time for Summer!

Be on the look out for B-Real's Mixtape Gunslingers Vol. 2 which he is working on right now. He'll also be going on tour this year with Psycho Realm, F.I.L.T.H.E.E. Immigrants, T-Weaponz and others, so stay tuned to DubCNN for more info on that.

For those who missed my last update on Sinful, let me remind you, Sinful aka El Pecador IS indeed a Free Agent. While he is working with I-Man on a new record, he is still recording stuff as a soloist. Any label interested can contact elpecador@elpecador.com or danny@elpecador.com for more info on Sin.

Don't forget, to pick up Quik's Mixtape Trauma which is out now.

Below is the tracklisting. Look for it in the RapTalk store very soon.

01. Terrorist Homesteader
02. Total Auto
03. Loked Out Hood feat. Chingy
04. Easier Said Than Done
05. Sweet Black Pussy
06. Skanless feat. 2nd II None, AMG, Hi-C
07. The Maze
08. Tonite
09. Dollaz & Sense
10. Does The Goodlife Exist feat. Shawn Anthony
11. Pitch In On A Party
12. Droopy Jr.
13. Total Auto Instrumental
14. Doughe
15. Westside Radio Interview feat. Julio G
16. Fandango feat. B-Real

And now, here's the track:

DJ Quik feat. B-Real & Sinful - Fandango

Huge shouts to Danny!

SGV

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1120467313 - January 1, 1970 By : Sites are starting to report the pending release of a Warren G mixtape entitled, "This Is for My DJ's," scheduled to drop on the 23rd August 2005. We have no word yet as to what is set to be on the mixtape apart from
CD Universe stating that "Gorilla Pimpin" with Bishop Lamont may well be featured on the release. As soon as we have more news or audio we'll update you, thanks to Gangstauu from the world famous WCC Forums.

Rud

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1120498381 - January 1, 1970 By : On Saturday the world united to watch Live 8 and support the Make Poverty History campaign. In Hyde Park, London, Snoop Dogg rocked crowds with a live performance including the hits, "The Next Episode, Drop It Like Its Hot, Signs & Whats My Name." After the show Big Snoop Dogg walked around with his reported entorage of 34 and met with footballer and fan of his, David Beckham.

They talked and David was impressed with Snoop's knowledge of football, Snoop invited David out on the town however his wife, Victoria Beckham, vetoed the party aparently saying : "No, Mr Snoopy, i know of your reputation!"

As if that wasn't enough Snoop chopped it up with Paul Mc Cartney who had been seen by the stage during Snoop's set grooving to the music! Paul joked with Snoop about his imposing bodyguards saying : "I could take them, any day!" George Michael also took some time to chat with the Doggfather. Dubcnn would like to thank all the Live 8 organisers and performers for their work and time on the event. G8, as Bob Geldof said, "Feel the force of the gale thats hit you!"

Rud

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1120768708 - January 1, 1970 By : Thats right yall Dow Jones (Cali Untouchable DJs) is back at it with that slap. Dow Jones presents Play Your Position Vol. 3 Mixtape Album hosted and featuring multi-platinum producer Meech Wells. This Mixtape Album is sure to change the game wit 18 world premier orginial bangers produced by Dow Jones & Meech Wells featuring such artists as Ras Kass, Game, Freeway, Kokane, Bad Azz, Young Hoggs ft. Glass Malone, Chico & Coolwadda, E. White plus all new joints from Mobb Deep, Caviar, Binky Mack feat. Squek Ru, Goldie Loc, Mitchy Slick, Suga Free feat. 40 Glocc, RBX and a world premier track from Kool G Rap produced by Green Lantern.

Dow Jones has definetly been on his hustle and is gonna change the game with this new project with Meech Wells one of the West Coast dopest producers. More info and audio snippets coming real soon. This tape will be available next week. Keep it locked for more info real soon, including a big suprise announcement from Dow Jones & Meech Wells.

Tracklisting:

01. Dow Jones-PYP 3 Intro (prod. by Dow Jones)
02. Meech Wells-Recognize Da Real (prod. by Meech Wells)
03. Ras Kass-Cali (prod. by Dow Jones) **World Premier**
04. Game ft. Freeway & Joe Wells-Gunz (prod. by Meech Wells) **World Premier**
05. Crooked I-Boom Boom Clap
06. 50 Cent ft. Mobb Deep-Outta Control
07. Alchemist-Play Your Position
08. Truth-U Dont Know (prod. by Meech Wells) **World Premier**
09. Bad Azz-Talk 2 Much (prod. by Meech Wells) **World Premier**
10. Kool G Rap-Day In Da Slums (prod. by Green Lantern) **World Premier**
11. Cassidy ft. Lil Wayne & Fabolous-6 Mins
12. Snoop-Cuttin
13. Meech-Goldie Intro
14. Goldie Loc-G'D Up 2k5 (prod. by Goldie Loc) **World Premier**
15. Caviar-Whip It Out (prod. by Caviar) **World Premier**
16. E White ft.Chucky Makaveli & Drastic-L.A. Life (prod. by Meech Wells) **World Premier**
17. Snoop-Suited & Booted (prod. by Meech Wells)
18. Snoop-Whats Happenin (prod. by Meech Wells)
19. Al Gator-Play Your Position Freestyle
20. Styles P-We Gone Win
21. Squek Ru ft. Binky Mack & Bad Azz-Chane Gone Come ** World Premier**
22. Young Hoggs ft. Glass Malone-Gotta Luv It (prod. by Dow Jones) **World Premier**
23. Rob Mayhem-Dirtified (prod. by Meech Wells) **World Premier**
24. Kenny Kingpen ft. Kokane-Risky Bizness *World Premier**
25. Chico & Coolwadda ft. Joe Wells-Everybody Bouncin (prod. by Meech Wells) **World Premier**
26. Game ft. Jellyroll-Hard Liquor
27. Kokane-Funk Overlord
28. Rah Digga ft. Mobb Deep-Play Your Position
29. RBX-Rise Again (prod. by Meech Wells) **World Premier**
30. RBX-The Narrator
31. ill Don aka ill Deezy-Come 4 Da Dough (prod. by Meech Wells) **World Premier**
32. Knoc turnal-Rock The Party (prod. by Scott Storch) **World Premier**
33. Frost-Can't Fuck Wit These Gangstaz
34. Kokane ft. Kurupt-U Neva Know (prod. by Meech Wells) **World Premier**
35. Sugafree ft. 40 Glocc-On Point (prod. by J Steez) **World Premier**
36. Mitchy Slick-Mitchy Slick The Nigga
37. Dow Jones Meech Wells PYP 3 Outro (prod. by Meech Wells)

PRE ORDERS ARE AVAILABLE AT: 2ndChanceProductions.com

Shouts to Dow Jones!

SGV

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1120878565 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Sparrow is hitting the streets heavy with his new Mixtape "W-Rebirth." This is a West Coast Mixtape to the bone, with Exclusive tracks and Remixes from your favorite established and Up coming West Coast artists.

With features including The Game, The Bloc Runnaz, Ras Kass, Mitchy Slick, Riflemen, Crooked I, Jayo Felony, I-Rocc, Scipio, Planet Asia, Mr. Shadow, Kila Krock, J. Blackwell, Young Hootie, Balance, Complex, Problem, Bad Lucc, One 2 and others, it doesn't get anymore West Coast than this.

In the tracklisting, you can find a track over the Wu-Tang's 1997 classic "Triumph," appropriately titled "West Coast Triumph." The song features Ras Kass, Bloc Runnaz, J.BlackWell and Kila Krock.

Tracklist:

01. Welcome 2 Tha West – Bloc Runnaz (DJ Sparrow Exclusive)
02. It’s Hot Freestyle – The Game
03. Boom Boom Clap – Crooked I
04. 6 In The Morning – Mitchy Slick (Mitchy-Duz-It’)
05. Tha Westcoast Triumph – Bloc Runnaz, Ras Kass, J. Blackwell, & Kila Krock (DJ Sparrow Exclusive)
06. Tha Bizness – Young Hootie (DJ Sparrow Exclusive)
07. Dem Jointz – Kila Krock (DJ Sparrow Exclusive)(Produced by Dem Jointz)
08. What Up – Balance(DJ Sparrow Exclusive)
09. No Love – Ras Kass
10. Tha Mojo’z Back – Bloc Runnaz ft. Obnoxious (DJ Sparrow Exclusive)
11. So Treacherous – One-2 ft. Jayo Felony
12. Can Ma – Obnoxious ft. I-Rocc (DJ Sparrow Exclusive)(Produced By The Batkave)
13. Where I’m From – Hood (DJ Sparrow Exclusive)
14. Broadway – Broadway (DJ Sparrow Exclusive)
15. Round Here – Ras Kass ft. Scipio & Planet Asia
16. Keep It Movin – Complex ft. Steve Vicious (DJ Sparrow Exclusive)
17. My Name Is Mitchy – Mitchy Slick (Mitchy-Duz It’)
18. Stashspot – Problem ft. Bad Lucc, Nero & S-Mak (Produced by THX) (DJ Sparrow Exclusive)
19. Dreams (MLK Remix) – The Game ft. B.I.G.
20. End Of The Road – Riflemen
21. Doin This For 2 Long – Mr. Shadow ft. I-Rocc (DJ Sparrow Exclusive)(Produced by The Batkave)
22. Hate It Or Love It (Coastin Remix) – The Game ft. 50 Cent (Produced by Spotlightbeats) (DJ Sparrow Exclusive)

Go ahead and Preview The Entire Mixtape Here

And if you like it, Buy It Here Now

SGV

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1120937058 - January 1, 1970 By : Well are you? Westcoast stand up! As always dubcnn likes to present artists you may have not otherwise been exposed too. We had the opportunity to speak with up and coming Westcoast Reggae artist, 2B Roy. In this teaser interview he gives us some insight into himself and what we can expect from his forthcoming album, his influences coming up and more. Lookout for more from this cat in the coming months. Feel free to send any feedback regarding the interview over at the world famous WCC Forums. Click here to check out the exclusive 2B Roy interview!

Check out also the audio we got from 2B Roy. He gets down on Snoop Dogg's "What's My Name" and 50 Cent's "Candy Shop."

2B Roy - Say My Name (Over Snoop Dogg's "What's My Name")
2B Roy - Buzy B Mix (Over 50 Cent's "Candy Shop")

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1120981901 - January 1, 1970 By : We start this weeks "Weekend Audio" with this new Mack 10 song featuring Nate Dogg called "Like This".

Next up I got a heated track from the upcoming Public Enemy album:
Public Enemy "Raw Shit" featuring Paris and Mc Ren
Make sure you go out and buy this album next month.

Snoop Dogg makes a guest appearance on Bow Wow's upcoming album Dubcnn has the song so you can check it out:
Bow Wow "Caviar" ft Snoop Dogg

Kurupt is on Slum Village's album "Prequel To A Classic" the song is titled "It'z Your World" ft Kurupt and J Isaac

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1121304929 - January 1, 1970 By : "'The West Can't Rap,' Na man that's a stereotype / Bump me up in ya shit, I'm yo Stereo's type" - Scan

Ground Up Records emcee Scan is still at it. Hitting ya'll with that heat! Today we bring you a high energy track called "The Ugly Truth." Scan spews out lyrics like:

"Food for thought man, eat ya breakfast / I just add metaphors and punchlines to season the message"

Don't think the West Coast emcees can't spit. The days of the straight murder raps is done, the emcee's are taking over West Coast Hip Hop, Scan is on the frontline.

Peep the song:

Scan - The Ugly Truth

Scan's official website is now up. Take a trip over there and learn more about Scan The Passion.

Big shouts to Chuck Beats, Rome Attic, Jaydough, Soundwave, Nonsense and THX (The World Ain't Ready!). Special shout to Candis Francis!

What up Don?!

SGV

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1121308345 - January 1, 1970 By : Quik fans! The wait if over! He's back and still putting out nothing but heat.

This is the setup for DJ Quik's upcoming "Trauma" album dropping later this year. This mixtape features new & unreleased tracks, as well as Quik classics such as "Tonite" & "Dollaz & Sense". And is also Mixed by the Quiksta himself!

Only 10,000 copies of the limited edition mixtape were pressed up, so make sure you save yourself a copy right now! The artwork was done by Mr. Cartoon.

Shouts to Damizza and Kuan!

Tracklisting:

1. Terrorist Homesteader
2. Total Auto
3. Loked Out Hood feat. Chingy
4. Easier Said Than Done
5. Sweet Black Pussy
6. Skanless feat. 2nd II None, AMG, Hi-C
7. The Maze
8. Tonite
9. Dollaz & Sense
10. Does The Goodlife Exist feat. Shawn Anthony
11. Pitch In On A Party
12. Droopy Jr.
13. Total Auto Instrumental
14. Doughe
15. Westside Radio Interview feat. Julio G
16. Fandango feat. B-Real

For those interested, here's the Back of the Mixtape

Cop It Now!

SGV

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1121378226 - January 1, 1970 By : "C'Mon Take This Journey With Me. So Light Ya Phillie's Up, Pour A Little Glass Of Whatever You Drinkin' On, And Fall Back!"

Ride with DubCNN Eastward to the BK Boro for a minute!

Today we bring you a 26 year old Chilean emcee from Bushwick, Brooklyn: Stamina. With his rugged NY flow, Stam proves that he's a problem on the mic.

But you can judge that for yourself, courtesy of StaminaOnline.com, we have a few MP3's and download of his latest Mixtape "Let Da Streets Call It."

You can hear how Stam flips some of your favorite beats. He even brings back some classics such as "Juicy," "Dear Mama" and "It's So Hard," for his respective tributes to Notorious B.I.G., Tupac and Big Pun. He then puts his own spin on Jodeci's classic "Come And Talk To Me."

There's an eclectic mix of Street music, something for the ladies and more. Below in the Tracklisting of his Mixtape. You'll find 3 MP3's for you to preview and get a feel for what he's about.

Tracklist:

01. Intro
02. Welcome To The Hood
03. Where Brooklyn At?
04. Da Game Is Over
05. I Neva End
06. Spit Fire
07. Dessert Eagle by Tony Sunshine feat. Stamina
08. Freestyle
09. Freestyle
10. Tribute To B.I.G
11. Tribute To Tupac
12. Tribute To Big Pun
13. Rhyme Murderist
14. Skit
15. Feel So Good by Ashanti feat. Stamina
16. If I Was Your Woman by Alicia Keys feat. Stamina
17. Skit
18. Come And Talk To Me by Jodeci feat. Stamina
19. A Neva Ending Story
20. Freestyle
21. Oh - Oh by Lumi-Dee feat. Stamina
22. Reggae Mix - Freestyle
23. Reggae Mix - Freestyle
24. Reggae Mix - Freestyle
25. Reggae Mix - Freestyle
26. Reggae Mix - Freestyle
27. Outro

If you liked those, here's the entire Mixtape:

Stamina - Let Da Streets Call It Mixtape

Lastly, here's the Front Cover and Inside Insert with Tracklisting

Look for more on Stamina soon. Shouts to DJ Aspekt!

SGV

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1121602742 - January 1, 1970 By : Once again dubcnn is dropping some new Westcoast Heat to further underline the New West Movement. Next to step up and try to impress is a 24 Year Old Rapper/Producer from Inglewood, CA. Disko is hoping to be one of the artists you embrace to aid the Westcoast in its current climb back to mainstream popularity and success. Disko has been putting it down locally for over 4 years, during that time he has taken care to perfect almost every phase of the recording process. Combining a sinister flow and style with production with an edge he aims to sound like no one else.

Born and raised on 83rd and 7th Avenue in Inglewood, CA to a drug abusive mother and no father, Disko wants to solidify his position amongst the many who have ventured out of that area, most notably to many of you, Mack 10 of Westside Connection.

As always dubcnn maintains its legacy of dropping the hot new audio with the news and we have two preview tracks for you to check out, "Inglewood Swangin" featuring Big Wy from The Relativez and also "This Is 4 Tha Westside". Watch out for more news and audio from Disko in the near future. Until then check out the tracks below and drop feedback over at the World Famous WCC Forums.

Disko - Inglewood Swangin (Feat. Big Wy of The Relativez)

Disko - This Is 4 Tha Westside

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1121653164 - January 1, 1970 By : AKIR (Source Magazine’s Unsigned Hype)
signs contract with ViperRecords to Release the long awaited album, “Legacy”

Maybe it was the first concert he saw (Run DMC and the Fat Boys) or the first album he owned (Public Enemy) that sparked his creative flame for Hip-Hop. But it was the turmoil of his early surroundings and his life’s struggles that ignited his hunger to develop into the artist “A.K.I.R.” The acronym and the promise to Always Keep It Real, gave him a name and a prophecy to live by. AKIR took life in Buffalo, NY and grew up throughout New York City, DC, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Atlanta and Maryland. The harsh realities of becoming a black man in today’s world would prove to be a main catalyst.

AKIR first entered the Hip-Hop scene as an on-air personality with WNMH 97.9 (Mass.) in 1994. In 1998, he ranked 2nd out of 50 in Howard University’s Verbal Armageddon emcee competition, and he guest appeared on DJ Arsonist’s (HeatMakers) first mix tape release. Collaborating with partner SOUTHPAW (formerly Ray Dogz of Daddy’s House Recording Studios) he co-produced “The Getaway” for Immortal Technique’s Revolutionary Vol. 1. AKIR released his first single “Best Friend” on DJ N’finit’s mix CD The Blockbuster Vol. 1 (A One Enterprises Product) followed by the EP Street Edition Vol. 1.

At the end of 2001, the project was added to, re-packaged and, distributed as Street Edition Vol. 1 & 2 helping “One” sell over 12,000 copies through an extensive street team network. Being recognized as # 9 CMJ Hip Hop Music Charts (June 2004), and the cameo on “One Remix” for Immortal Technique’s Revolutionary Vol. 2 lead to AKIR’s appearance on the Van’s Warped Tour (Summer 2004) followed by the honor of The Source Magazine’s Unsigned Hype (Jan/Feb 2005). Currently, AKIR is working on his first major release, performing, and doing cameos. AKIR has performed with a diverse array of talented and legendary artist including: Kool G Rap, The Game, Masta Ace, Slum Village, Brand Nubian, Brother Ali, Vast Aire and Immortal Technique.

AKIR’s strongest influences include: the finesse of Slick Rick, the mellow vibe and consistent originality of Q-Tip, the smooth delivery and GQ style of Big Daddy Kane, the complexity and pietism of Nas, the rapid fire flow and intensity of Kool G Rap, and the lyricism of Rakim. AKIR’s vocals are, to say the least, persuasive, melodious, and addictive. His flow is compelling and vividly euphonic with lyrics that are a testament to hip-hop in its purest form.

Look for the new AKIR album coming this year from One Enterprises in a joint venture with Viper Records and executive produced by Immortal Technique.

Look for the new "Politricks" B/W "Treason" feat. Immortal Technique

Peep the Audio Clip

Here's some Audio from AKIR. First, a 60 second track entitled "2005 Exclusive":

2005 Exclusive

Next up is the DJ Nfinit Produced "Best Friend":

Best Friend

Here we have the soulful Southpaw Produced "Callin'":

Callin'

AKIR puts his own spin on this Jus Blaze Produced Mixtape track, called "Kunte Kente":

Kunte Kente

Southpaw laid the beat for the "One Remix" that Immortal Technique put on his Revolutionary Vol. 2 album, this is the original, Southpaw produced it as well:

One

And for you're viewing pleasure, here's the Promotional Video for "One":

AKIR - "One" Promotional Video

Lastly, here is the Source Unsigned Hype Article which AKIR was featured in:

AKIR's Source Unsigned Hype Article

Look for more on AKIR here on DubCNN real soon. Enjoy!

SGV

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1121804980 - January 1, 1970 By : Cypress Hill founding member and architect DJ Muggs is releasing his latest effort, DJ Muggs vs. GZA: Grandmasters, this October on Angeles Records, an imprint on Fontana Distribution. The stunning collection contains 11-tracks of Muggs’ neck-snapping beats with the Wu Tang’s GZA on the mic.

“We’ve talked about collaborating since we worked together on the first Soul Assassins records back in 1997,” remarks GZA. “And we’re both Grandmasters at what we do,” he says, referring to the album’s title and term for a chess Virtuoso (Incidentally, chess is a game GZA thinks should be part of the school curriculum in America).

Most know GZA as perhaps the most lyrically gifted of the Wu Tang Clan--he’s released numerous acclaimed projects in his own right. His solo album, Liquid Swords, has been hailed as a hip-hop classic, and his subsequent work has been lauded as among the most seminal of Wu-Tang’s solo projects.

Never one to keep his talents in check, GZA is currently penning a book about the mind state of the hip-hop artist.

Aside from his lauded work with Cypress Hill and the Soul Assassins Crew, Muggs has launched Mash-Up Radio a syndicated radio show on KROCK 2 in NY, 10 U.S. cities and Sirius Shady 45. Plus, Muggs will headline the Lalapolooza World Stage with the Mash-Up Circus, which is a massive 3D DJ circus (a' la Cirque de Soliel).

Just as DJ SCREW was looked at as the foundation for Chopped & Screwed, Muggs is fast becoming the go to guy for Mash-Up versions of records. Muggs has an original Mash-Up album nearly completed with tracks by Transplants, Mobb Deep, Alchemist, and GZA and several popular Mash Up mix tapes already out. Finally, he plans to release a Mash-Up re-release of the upcoming Grandmasters album with GZA.

With this latest collaboration, hip-hop heads are about to get an album which combines two of the most gifted music makers in the business. DJ Muggs vs. GZA: Grandmasters drops October 25th, 2005.



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1121856061 - January 1, 1970 By : Yukmouth is preparing his second "All Out War mixtape, "All Out War Mixtape Vol.2". Artists set to appear on the mixtape include, TechN9ine, Gonzoe, Poppa Lq, Monsta Ganjah, Yung Skrilla, Menace, Dru Down, Nyce, Ampichino, Chino Nono, The Fleet and The Bergotta. Yukmouth stated : "We started The Regime in 1997 after the song, “Killaz On The Payroll” recorded for The Luniz album on LUNITIK MUZIK. The song had a crazy regional buzz so we kept it moving and here we are, back in ya’face for the second time."

Most noted for his platinum selling status and legendary hit single "I Got Five On It," by way of his group, The Luniz. Yukmouth has more than six albums under his belt, launching a new medical marijuana candy bar from Bling Candy Co., two internationally distributed DVD’s entitled "United Ghettos of America" and a Adult DVD entitled "Yukmouth’s Big Booty Stallions," coming out soon.

The first single from the "All Out War Mixtape Vol.2" is "Stupid Slapp" featuring Gonzoe, Yukmouth, and Poppa LQ. The new mixtape features tracks from San Diego sluggers, DJ Fingaz and Dow Jones, plus Ric Roc, Sean-T, Joel, Demolition Men and more. Heavy–duty heat can be heard on songs such as "Jelly Sickle" featuring Tech N9ne and E-40, "Payback" with C-Bo, Tha Realest, Jacka and Gonzoe, "See You in the Streets" featuring members of The Regime, Young Roscoe and 151. "All Out War Mixtape Vol.2". not only represents the west, but also east, down south, and mid-west. Following the mixtape, Yukmouth will be back with a new double album "Million Dollar Mouthpiece" dropping in the fall. He is also the host of DJ Juice’s Bay Area Collection Vol. 3 and will soon be downloadable via UrbanWorld Wireless ringtones.

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1121954250 - January 1, 1970 By : Cali Untouchable DJ and 2005 Best West Coast Mixtape DJ Nominee at Justos (R.I.P.) Mixtape Awards, DJ Strong has just released the Official Hip Hop Honeys Las Vegas DVD Mixtape!

The Mixtape is Featuring all new music from a strong cast of Southern, West Coast and East Coast emcees, including: Kanye West, 50 Cent, Slim Thug, Paul Wall, Mike Jones, Red Cafe, W.C., Jayo Felony, Kurupt, Black Rob, Pitbull, Three 6 Mafia, Knoc-Turn'Al, Damizza, T.I., Daz and many More!!!

Not only is this Mixtape Hosted by Redman, but features a from track from the Brick City emcee himself. Here's the tracklisting, if you dig what you see, don't forget to purchase it. The link is at the end of the update.

TRACKLISTING:

1. Francine Dee HipHopWest.com Intro
2. Redman HipHopHoneys.com Intro
3. DJ Strong Cali Untouchables Mix
4. Paul Wall - Official Mixtape
5. Kanye West - Freestyle
6. Kanye West/Jamie Foxx - Gold Diggers
7. 50 Cent/Mobb Deep - Out of Control
8. Lil Kim - Freestyle
9. Black Rob/Scram Jones - Black Rob
10. Pitbull - Freestyle
11. Lil Wayne - Freestyle
12. Paul Wall/Mike Jones - Spittin Bars
13. Chingo Bling/Stunta - Six Screens On
14. Chingo Bling - HipHopWest.com
15. Pitbull/Ying Yang Twins - Shake
16. Pitbull/Chingo Bling - Wait Remix
17. Ying Yang Twins/Busta/Missy - Wait Pt.2
18. Mike Jones/Ying Yang Twins - Badd
19. Redman - HipHopHoneys Viva Las Vegas
20. Redman - Freestyle
21. Redman - I’ll Be Back B-tch
22. Slim Thug - Boyz N Blue
23. 3-6-Mafia/Paul Wall/Mike Jones - Dat Drank
24. Show Me Luv Interlude
25. DJ Paul - 3-6- Mafia Interlude
26. Webbie/Daz - Gimmie Dat P-ssy Remix
27. Boyz N Da Hood/T.I./Young Jeezy - Dem Boyz
28. 50 Cent/Pretty Boy Floyd - Strip Club Everyday
29. Redman - What Happens in Vegas, Stays in Vegas
30. Lil Tony/Runnin Madd/DJ Strong - Freestyle
31. Ricashay/Sean Jordan/Amonimiss - It’s Easy
32. Balance - Right Here
33. Knocturnal/Damizza/Mariah Carey - My Life
34. Cassidy/Swizz Beats - Bboy Stance
35. Red Cafe/WC - Yellow Bottles
36. DJ Strong Cali Untouchables Mix2
37. Jayo Felony - 1, 2, 3
38. Kurupt/Warren G - That’s It
39. Warren G - Gorilla Pimpin
40. DJ Quik - The Good Life
41. DJ Strong HipHopWest.com Outro
42. Redman, Francine Dee, Lil Jon Outro
43. 866.754.6580 HipHopWest.com

Pick up the Mixtape in the RapTalk Store






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1121974969 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ F Sharp returns with the next volume in his California Love mixtape series teaming up with three of the west coast's most promising major label talent --- Sly Boogy (J Records), Bishop Lamont (Aftermath/Interscope), and Jayo Felony (Treacherous/Universal) who all take the hosting duties on this new mixtape full of more new and exclusive west coast hip hop only brought to you by F Sharp.

Chances are you have already heard about the new DJ F Sharp mixtape as the DJ Quik ft Sly Boogy & B-Real - Fandango Rmx was leaked by F Sharp to major Los Angeles radio station's, Power 106 & 93.5 KDAY, and both stations have recently added the record to their rotations.



This mixtape is now available in record stores from the Bay Area down to San Diego and everywhere in between...It will be available online at mixtape sites like Mixunit.com, Mixtapeone.com, Allmixtapes.com, Mixtapemassacre.com, & More within the next week

DJ F Sharp - California Love Pt.2 Tracklisting:

1. DJ F Sharp ft Jellyroll, B-Real, & Xzibit - Another Night In LA (Exclusive)
2. The Dogg Pound - Push Back
3. Crooked I ft Sly Boogy - Boom Boom Clap Rmx (Exclusive)
4. Game - Around The Way
5. Sean Biggs ft Akon - Never Gonna Get It (World Premier)
6. Snoop Dogg ft Pitbull - In Tha Cut
7. Xzibit ft Snoop Dogg - The Streetsweepers
8. Damani - Only In LA
9. The Dogg Pound - We Dont Give a Fuck (World Premier)
10. Techn9ne ft E-40 - Jelly Sickle
11. Too Short ft Petey Pablo - Gettin Money (Exclusive)
12. Damizza ft Butch Cassidy, Rocket, & Spitfiya - Dont Fuck With Us (Exclusive)
13. Ras Kass - No Love
14. Bishop Lamont ft Chuc Taylor - Move When Its Necessary (World Premier)
15. Kurupt - Throwback Music
16. Sean Biggs ft Knocturnal - I Got It (Exclusive)
17. Sly Boogy - Its Nuthin
18. Chino XL - Killin Em Right Now (Exclusive)
19. Bishop Lamont ft Oh No - Rise & Shine (World Premier)
20. Game - Hard Knock Life
21. Bishop Lamont ft Warren G - Guerilla Pimpin
22. Kurupt ft Warren G - Thats It
23. Bishop Lamont - Do It (Prod. Scott Storch)
24. DJ Quik ft Sly Boogy & B-Real - Fandango Rmx (Exclusive)
25. Daz - Do You Wanna? (World Premier)
26. K Young ft Crooked I - Your So Bad (World Premier)
27. Goapele - Go Freestyle
28. Sly Boogy / Bishop Lamont / Jayo Felony - New West Order Outro

For More Info on F Sharp Feel Free To Email Him: djfsharp@dubcnn.com

Or Visit F Sharp's Websites: http://www.myspace.com/djfsharp
http://djfsharp.bumsquaddjz.com

Look out for DJ F Sharp & Re-Up Ent present California Love Pt.3 Hosted By Ras Kass & 40 Glocc comin in August!

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1122033321 - January 1, 1970 By : West up! I got a new banger from the homie Spoony Loc, representing the 714. I introduced ya'll to Spoony a few months ago with the song "In The 714" and this new joint I got for ya'll is even hotter.

Check out the track "Shit Is Real" below in MP3, see for yourself why I'm hyping this cat. The track was produced by Raw Steel, who is also producing the majority of Spoony's album.

Spoony Loc - Shit Is Real

Spoony is currently working on his album "Hood Music" which is dropping later this year on Do 4 Self Records/Banged Out Ent. After that album, Spoony got a collaboration album dropping with my boy Deesta, who I gotta thank for this audio too.

Enjoy the track, check back for more from Spoony Loc soon!


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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.

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1122327001 - January 1, 1970 By : Once again im back with more Westcoast Heat! We dropped an update on 21 year old Enock earlier in the month, see Nock, Nock....Nock Is Coming!). Well now im back with more audio from his forthcoming mixtape and a freestyle he dropped over The Game's "Runnin'" beat. Check out the audio by clicking the links below and once you've done that head over to the world famous WCC Forums and drop some feedback on the music. We have more coming from Enock including new music from a collaboration that sprung off the back of our first update on him in the coming weeks!

Enock - Talking To You

Enock - I'm Comin (Freestyle Over "Runnin'" Beat)

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1122574291 - January 1, 1970 By : Out on newstands this Saturday (7.27.05) Worldwide!!!!!

DJs Strong and Warrior have been grinding out on the streets of L.A. for a while. Its about time they got with one of the West Coast's TOP magazine publications: RIME Magazine! This full page article skims the surface of what these two DJs are REALLY about! Grindin! Check the front cover for whats inside this issue.

"California is known for its sunshine and splendor, the women, weather and the weed...It's known for Palm Trees and Gangstas. And the DJs known for documenting the way of Cali life best are LA's
DJ Warrior and DJ Strong, who for (over the last two years), have put out over 50 mixtapes with various themes showing as much California Love as 'Pac was rappin' about."

Get a copy of RIME Magazine:

Available at tower records or your local magazine shop.
or Online at HipHopWest.com

Click the following links to see exclusive photos from the RIME/JOKER photo shoot (photos by Estevan Oriol):

Warrior
Warrior & Strong 1
Warrior & Strong 2

Click to see the RIME Magazine cover and article itself:

Crooked I Cover
Crooked I Article

Shouts to Warrior, Strong, Crooked I and HipHopWest.com

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1122575446 - January 1, 1970 By : Miami's High School Graduate, DJ Papa Smirf of Poe Boy Ent. and Bum Squad DJz, is dropping the heat with his latest Mixtape, "Freestyle Chronicles" hosted by New York rhyme animal Papoose.

All new Freestyles and tracks from the some of the Industries established emcees like Busta Rhymes, Nas, The Game, Ludacris, N.O.R.E., Mobb Deep, Kanye West, Twista and more.

Also, you can hear many of today's hottest up and comers like: Papoose, Paul Wall, Brisco, Do Wrong, Jae Hood, Saigon, Sqad Up, P$C, Maino, C.Ride, Magno and others. He even has a new track from the now "Retired" Ruff Ryder and 106 & Park Freestyle Champion Jin.

With over 40 tracks, featuring the some of the illest artists from all over, this is already lookin' promising.

Tracklist:

01. Papoose- Intro/ P.A.P
02. Lil Scrappy- G$up
03. Remo- Asap
04. Jim Jones- Harlem Boyz
05. Lil Flip Ft Sqad Up- Cheese
06. Do Wrong- Freestyle(Produced By Boola)(POE BOY ENT)
07. Busta Rhymes- Freestyle
08. Jae Hood- Freestyle
09. Peedi Crack- Heat Rock
10. Ludacris- Freestyle
11. Nas Ft Quan- QB to VA
12. Stat Quo- 4Alarm Blaze
13. Nore Ft Nature- Every Other City
14. Jin The Emcee- Freestyle(He Back From Retirement?)
15. Amilcar- Dear Summer
16. Saigon- Hip Hop
17. Game- Help Em Out
18. Joe Budden- Kiss Goodbye
19. P$C Ft Gritboys & Paul Wall- Amillion
20. Brisco- Millionaire(POE BOY ENT)
21. AZ- Freestyle
22. Lil Wayne- Grid Iron
23. Cassidy Ft Deemi- Freestyle
24. Remo- Encore
25. The Replacementz- Go
26. Papoose- Interlude
27. Papoose- High
28. Memphis Bleek- It's M.E.M
29. Maino- Pop Yo Ass Again
30. C.Ride Ft Dre Of Cool N Dre- Freestyle
31. Mobb Deep- Hurt Nothin
32. Joe Budden Ft Mense- Check 1 2
33. Juelz Santana- Bandana
34. T.Waters-Freestyle(So So Def)
35. Lil Flip Ft Stack Bundles(Desert Storm)- Da South
36. Jim Jones Ft J.R Writer- Live
37. Peedi Crack- Papito Killed Genito
38. Magno-Meltin(Desert Storm South)
39. Kanye West Ft Bump J- Freestyle
40. Broadway- Black
41. Verse 1- Time Is Money
42. Juelz Santana- There It Go(Whistle)
43. Twista Ft Trey Songz- Girl Tonight(NEW SINGLE!!!)
44. Papoose- Outro

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1122639999 - January 1, 1970 By : “Are You A Psycho!?”

Welcome to the SickSide once again ya’ll!!! The boys is back at it... What happens when Sick Jacken and DJ FM of Psycho Realm and Street Platoon’s Crow & Cynic come together? Nothin’ but SickSide Stories! Collectively they’re known as Sick Symphonies and this Los Angeles based quartet are unleashing their signature sounds on the world once again.

Their new album, SickSide Stories, which was released Tuesday, marks the birth of a new era. To see what I’m talking about, you’ll have to peep the Exclusive Video Interview that our very own LatinaBeatz conducted not too long ago with the squad. The 4 emcee/producers sat down with DubCNN and brokedown the new album, how they all four of them met, their “situation” with B-Real back in the day, their influences and much more. They also give insight into what Duke, the member of Psycho Realm and Jack’s brother, has been up to, since he was shot a few years back in Los Angeles.

Peep the Exclusive Sick Symphonies Video Interview now!!!

For ya'll still on 56K, here's the Transcription

Of course, we got the tracklisting for the new album. And as usual, you’ll find a few MP3’s in the tracklist. All courtesy of Sick Symphonies and Paladin.

Tracklist:

01. The Beginning Intro
02. Cointelpro
03. #1 Target
04. Tax Evaders
05. Ghetto Sport
06. In This Lifetime
07. Times We're Living In
08. If It Happened To You
09. Fuckin' Robots
10. SS International
11. I Can't
12. Black Hole
13.Reason To Fight
14. Streets Up

Check out the SickSide Stories Album Cover

And the exclusives don’t stop there ya’ll!!! In April, DubCNN was present for the State Of The Union Concert here in L.A. at Club Soho in Downtown. Here’s some footage of their show. The footage includes performances of ”Showdown,” “Psycho City Blocks,” “Confessions Of A Drug Addict,” “Premonitions,” “Good Times” and MUCH more!

Here's the Sick Symphonies Live

And just in case you missed it above… Peep the Exclusive Sick Symphonies Video Interview now!!!

Shouts to EVERYONE who made this possible. Sick Jacken, DJ FM, Crow and Cynic. LatinaBeatz, JoeC, Justin, Luis and RapTalk Media Group. The whole Contraband Records family (Jesus, Reazn, Strae, Dubb), Leon, Oszie and Louie! I hope I didn’t leave anyone else out. If so, sorry! Big ups!

Enjoy it ya’ll. And remember where you got it… DubCNN. Accept no substitutes. Really for the New West by the New West! Latinos stand the fuck up!

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1122932089 - January 1, 1970 By : The Birthplace of Hip Hop, the Bronx, New York, has produced some of the illest emcees ever, from KRS-One to Big Pun (R.I.P.) Coming from the same vein as the latter is Cuban Link. The 31 year old is finally releasing his Long Awaited solo debut.

He completed his album 24K for Atlantic Records, which featured Ja Rule, M.O.P., Kool G Rap and many more, back in the late 90s. Unfortunately, it was shelved. The album featured the singles "Still Tellin' Lies" and his heartfelt ode to Pun "Flowers For The Dead" with Spanish crooner Domingo.

But now, with M.O.B. Records backing him, Link's album, Chain Reaction is dropping August 18th. The album features The Game, Jadakiss, Syleena Johnson, Mya, Avant and others. His current single, the Club ready Reggaeton cut, "Scandolous" features Don Omar.

For those interested, here's a 9 minute sampler of the album featuring "Chain Reaction," "Tonight's The Night" with Avant, "Comin' Home With Me," "Scandolous" with Don Omar, "Life Goes On" with Syleena Johnson and "Letter To Pun."

Download the Cuban Link - Chain Reaction Album Sampler.

In anticipation of the album's release, Cuban Link just put out his Mixtape, Man On Fire, for free download. We have that here for you, along with the Front and Back Covers. The Mixtape features Triple Seis, Peedi Crakk, FiggaRaw and a special appearance by Baby Pun, son of the fallen legend.

Tracklist:

01. Intro
02. Chain Reaction Album Sampler
03. Clickity Clack
04. Skit-Everyone Knows What's Coming
05. Man on Fire Feat. J Benjamin
06. Bleed
07. Skit-Confessions
08. Time
09. Chips Are Down
10. Skit-Informer
11. Smell A Rat
12. Skit-Hot Wings Feat. Monkey Monk
13. Hoe Town Feat. Monkey Monk and Casual
14. Whatta We Have Here Feat. Peedi Crack
15. Keep It In The Family Feat. Baby Pun
16. Living In The City Feat. Figgaraw and Triple Seis
17. Apple Is Rotten (Fed Note)
18. Skit-Heaven or Hell
19. The World
20. From MIA to NY Feat. D-Cell
21. Skit-Where's My Money
22. Go Hoin For Me
23. New York
24. Swimmin with Sharks Feat. Rel
25. Let Me Love You Remix
26. Outro Final Words

Here's both the Front and Back Covers:

Man On Fire Front Cover

Man On Fire Back Cover

This is the Man On Fire Mixtape Download.

For more info on Cuban Link stay tuned to DubCNN or CubanLinkOnline.com or MOB-Records.com

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1122942214 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn.com had the chance to hookup with Ex-Death Row Inmate SKG. The female MC is currently getting ready to release a mixtape called "The Real From The Fake", aswell as her "What's Really Hood" DVD.

In this interview she talks about her time on Death Row and the music she recorded there with Big Hutch amongst others, how fake the music industry is, her upcoming projects and more.

SKG doesn't hold her tongue, to read or listen to what she had to say, click below:

-=| Exclusive SKG Interview |=-

Enjoy! Shoutout to Mauzip!

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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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1123090837 - January 1, 1970 By : Dido Brown was born and raised in Southeast San Diego. When he wasn't committing crimes, he was making his moves locally as an independent artist in San Diego. He sold thousands of cd's out the trunk of his car. He has sold apporximately 40,000 cd's in 2005 by applying all the drive and hustle from his former lifestyle, which now attribute to his growing notoriety in the world of Hip-Hop.

His latest album, Bonafide, is scheduled for release in stores Sept 20th. This is his first CD to actually hit stores. Bonafide features bigs names such as Snoop Dogg and Kokane whom appears on various tracks. Many of the beats were done by D-Black ("Wobble, Wobble" for 504 Boyz, Barbershop and Hustle and Flow). Also featured is his camp and other local upcoming talents: Lil Al, Young Ruly, Lil-Man and G-No. Look for Dido Brown's video on BET Uncut very soon!

Currently Dido Brown is getting played on major Cali radio stations such as Z90 (San Diego), Power 106 (Los Angeles) and 96.1 (I.E.). Not to mention, he has toured with Lil Rob, visiting Tucson, Las Vegas, New Mexico, Yuma, Atlanta, El Paso, and San Antonio.

Track Listing:

1. No More Games Feat. Mr Shadow & Lil Al
2. She's Looking Like a Ho Feat. Kokane
3. Piano Skit
4. From the Block
5. The West is Back Feat. Lil & Young Ruly
6. We Gangstas Feat. Lil Al
7. Roll Wit Me Feat. Lil Al & Young Ruly
8. Southeast Diego Feat. Lil Al & Kokane
9. Ride Wit Me Feat. G-No
10. Struggle. Feat. Lil Al & Kokane
11. When We Come Thru Feat. Lil Al & Young Ruly
12. Your Way Feat. G-No
13. Bonafide Camp Feat. Lil Man, Young Ruly, Lil Al & G-No
14. Wus Hatnin Feat. Kokane
15. Shake Hataz Feat. Lil Al
16. Luva Playa feat. G-No
17. Choicez Feat. Mirage

This is "We Gangstas" featuring Lil Al, produced by Chris Gun:

Dido Brown feat. Lil Al - We Gangstas

For more info, visit DidoBrown.com

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1123176978 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn took time out back in June to an insight on some new Westcoast talent, Empty Pocketz, the duo which includes brothers Nick & Joseph Valentine (AKA Cello & Jodamself). The feedback from you guys on the project we were hyping from these guys was tremendous and i thank you all! We're back to let you know the mixtape is out now! In this update ill drop the background on the guys again and drop the mixtape courtesy of Empty Pocketz & FortressDVD. Westcoast stand up and support this new music and drop feedback!

The group - who now reside in Los Angeles California - was born in the deserts of the South-Western hemisphere, New Mexico, Phoenix during a welfare plagued summer of 1994. Since that time the brothers have made noise throughout the South-West & Westcoast with self-budgeted 12-Inch singles : "Who Got Themotts" (1994), "Illusions"(Vestry Records 1995), "Marvelouss..@!" and the EP "Letters From The Field" in 2000

Empty Pocketz presents rhymes of reality, with a humorous-sarcastic twist presente within an original sound made for the masses. The sounds range from jazzy to grimey with Cello behind 90% of the groups production. The duo has touched the stage with the likes of Krs-1, Xzibit, Tha Alkaholiks, The Beatnuts, Das Efx, Raekwon, Pharcyde and many more. Known for their great stage presence & realistic rhymes of life, Empty Pocketz is a remedy needed in the now saturated hip hop reservoir.

We dropped information in June about the"Broke Like You" mixtape featuring Xzibit, Papa Roach, Ras Kass, Preston, Diggey Brown & Phil Da Agony. Well im back now with the full tracklist and the mixtape to download! I urge all of you to download this and bump it, trust me this is HEAT! The mixtape is available for download below in two parts, the tracks we upped last time as samples are available within the tracklist.

01) Hustle Right
02) Pawn Shop
03) King Kong (Self Scientific & Bun B)
04) Stress Relief
05) Skeme, Plot, Take
06) Concert For The World (Interlude)
07) On Your Own (Kaze)
08) Hey Gurl (Feat. Xzibit)
09) Love U God (Joedamself of Empty Pocketz)
10) The Corner Remix (Common Feat. Scarface & Mos Def)
11) Paid Like You
12) Cello (Interlude)
13) D.R.H (Chucky Preston Feat. Cello)
14) Things We Do (Slum Village)
15) Dolla Billz (Diggey Brown)
16) Say U Aint Shit (Feat. Ras Kass)
17) Serious As It Gets (Krondon, Planet Asia, Phil Da Agony & Chace Infinite)
18) Stage Proof (Cello of Empty Pocketz)
19) Sleep Hungry
*Getting Away With Murder (Remix) (Papa Roach Feat. Empty Pocketz)

Empty Pocketz - "Broke Like You Mixtape" : Part 1
Empty Pocketz - "Broke Like You Mixtape" : Part 2

Check out Empty Pocketz's My Space Pages, their official site is now up with the mixtape for download prepared by FortressDVD and is over at BrokeLikeYou.com.

And here are the images from the group we dropped with the update in June : Broke Like You Mixtape Cover | Cello & Xzibit | Empty Pocketz in 2000 | Ras Kass @ "Hey Gurl" Video Shoot | Cello's Bithday Celebration

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1123199785 - January 1, 1970 By : Not only do we introduce you to the newest talents out, but you know we gotta keep you updated on the OG's, the veterans, the very first ones to put it down for the West Coast.

E-A Ski is one of these veterans that has been in the game for almost 20 years, representing for Oakland, CA. Having had very bad luck with his labels, he's yet to release an official solo album. 2006 could be his year though. After being pushed back for years, his highly anticipated album "Apply Pressure" is now completed and scheduled for a 2006 release.

He just unleashed a new summer single to the radio stations, a collaboration with fellow Oakland legend Too $hort, called "The Resume". I caught up with E-A Ski to speak about the new single and the album.

"Basically alotta cats don't understand the history of this music thang. You got to have a resume. It's alotta cats rappin' for 2 years and they think that makes them reptable, cause they homeboys tell them they hot. Too Short and me have had hits.", he said, explaining the concept of "The Resume".

"I been here for 20 years, Short been here for 25 years! So it was only right, bein' from Oakland, to do this song. I couldn't have been valid if I didn't do somethin' with Too Short, to represent Oakland. Too Short was the one that made it hot to be able to talk about where you from. I called the record "Resume" so they would know we been holdin' it down, and anybody who hates on us gotta be out they mind. Half these cats ain't gone have careers long as us."


But the main question remains, when will we see "Apply Pressure" in stores? "It's coming in 2006 man. I got my own label, I.M.G. Music, and I'm in talks with different companies. It's gonna come out when everything is ready and I'm in a good position."

Having waited for so long, Ski has been relentlessly recording new material throughout the years. "The album I got now is a complete new record from the record I had in 2003. The vibe has changed. With time, things change, you gotta be able to reinvent yourself, that's what it's about. I've had to change the album to fit what I'm doin' right now. On the single, "Resume", I speak on cats that think that making a hit record is an accident. They think it's easy to make a "Blast If I Have To", that it's easy to make a record with Dr. Dre or Ice Cube."

"It's not hard for me to put a record out", Ski says. "It's just that I've been here a long time and I don't HAVE to put a record out. I want to have it right. I'm here to make sure my record is pushed right. I want to have the best shot and be able to bring in good sales. I'm not going to put out a record and see no return. I'm an artist and producer, so I gotta make sure everything sounds right.".

So is that time now? "Right now I'm feeling good about it. I'm feeling comfortable with my situation. The album is sounding good. I mean I can't distribute the record myself. I can't market a album myself. All I can do is give you my records. I need to have everything right! Just rushing an album and putting it out like that, is like throwing a new born baby in the garbage. That's unacceptable! I don't put out music just to be a rapper! I'm trying to make music to move the world. If I'm not in the right position, I don't want to do it."

On to the facts. "Apply Pressure" is entirely produced by E-A Ski and CMT, and features the likes of Ice Cube, MC Ren, Kay Slay, Too Short, Royce Da 5'9, Jae Millz, E-40, Keak Da Sneak, B-Legit, The Frontline, B.O.X. amongst others.

We have the single "The Resume" exclusively here for ya'll to download in CD Quality:

Dirty Version:

E-A Ski - The Resume (ft. Too Short) (Street Version)

Radio Version:

E-A Ski - The Resume (ft. Too Short) (Radio Mix)

Also here is an exclusive drop from E-A Ski lettin' ya'll know who your #1 ressource for Hip-Hop news on the internet is, DUBCNN baby!

E-A Ski - DUBCNN.com Drop

Any DJ's or Webmasters looking for the untagged version to play, just send me an email and I'll hook you up.

Enjoy, and as always, lookout for the NEWEST and most EXCLUSIVE news and audio in Hip-Hop right here at DUBCNN, nowhere else.

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1123226016 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been a while since we heard from the guys over at Put Yourself Out but they're back with 2 new releases, one from Shade Sheist the other from N.U.N.E.. The CD's feature a variety of artists including, Knoc-Turn'Al, Kurupt, Jayo Felony, Y.A., Mariah Carey, Mack 10, Techniec, Bone Thugs & Harmony and many more. The covers are show here, left and right. Check below for the tracklists and look for audio coming soon! Click Here To Order!

Shade Sheist - "Before The Waitin, Before The Hatin" (Back Cover)
01) (I Got) What U Need (Feat. LT Hutton)
02) I'm Still Here (Feat. N.U.N.E.)
03) Makes Me Wanna F You (Feat. N.U.N.E. & Knoc-Turn'al)
04) Enjoy Myself (Feat. Jayo Felony & Knoc-Turn'Al)
05) Bigger Than Rap (Feat. Y.A., Jayo Felony & kurupt)
06) What Would You Do (Feat. N.U.N.E., Nate Dogg & Mariah Carey)
07) Not From
08) Stack Bangin (Feat. Mack 10 & Techniec)
09) X The Club Up (Feat. The Goodfellas & Fingazz)
10) Paper Paper (Feat. Bone Thugs & Harmony)
11) R.I.C.O. Gangstas (Feat. Kurupt)
12) Bonus Track

N.U.N.E. - "N.U.N.E. Time (Back Cover)
01) Your Girl (Feat. Shade Sheist & Skanless)
02) Hey Baby!
03) Holla Back
04) When Im High (Feat. The Delicks)
05) Line Em' Up (Feat. Shade Sheist)
06) Xtacy (Feat. Skanless)
07) Makes Me Wanna F You (Feat. Shade Sheist & Knoc-Turn'al)
08) Gangstafied Lady (Feat. Nate Dogg)
09) Heat 2 The Streetz (Feat. Shade Sheist, Richbo & D. Young)
10) California (Ride) (Feat. Richbo)
11) We All In (Feat. Skanless)
12) Hard In The Paint (Feat. Caz & Knoc-Turn'Al)
13) What U Gon Do Wit It (Feat. Klev & Wilbo)
14) High Everyday (Feat. Klev)
15) Gangstafied Lady (Feat. Nate Dogg) (Remix)

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1123267469 - January 1, 1970 By : The 1st Annual B.A.R.S. (Bay Area Rap Scene) Awards @ The San Francisco Masonic Auditorium July 30th, 2005 was put together by Booyowski of the Hypnotik Show, and Black Cornerstone Enterprises. It was the first time in the Bay Area's history, that there was an award show dedicated to the music, the independence, and the culture of the Bay Area, aside from hip hop.

I would like to send out a shoutout to Rainier Garcia of Hood Grown Magazine for providing us with the pictures and quotes for our DUBCNN.com visitors. Long distance or local... dubcnn is where it's at!

We have quotes from almost all the artists present at the Awards, aswell as alot of pictures. Some of the artists present: Yukmouth, Spice 1, Mac Mall, Celly Cel, Too Short, The Federation, Frontline, Ray Luv, C-Bo and many many more.

I have put together a sepparate page for all of this as it would take up too much space on the front page. Click below to go to the "Bay Area Rap Scene Awards" Special:

-=| B.A.R.S. Awards DUBCNN Special |=-

Enjoy!

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1123609216 - January 1, 1970 By : As we reported earlier on this month Charlie Manhattan is set to release his debut album, "The Manhattan Project," named after the top-secret engineering project that developed the atom bomb. We let you know that the album will feature eighteen blazing tracks, we told you that prior to this release many of you may have heard Charlie dropping joints on Bay Area compilation albums such as "Killa Tay Presents The Murder Show Soundtrack," "11-5 Presents: Grind And Post," and "Theme Music To Drug Dealins And Killins," and we also gave you some information and background on the artist that is, Charlie Manhattan. Look in August's Archives to read more.

Im back now with audio from the project, please feel free to download this, bump it, spread it around and please drop any feedback over at the world famous WCC Forums.

Charlie Manhattan - Traffic (Feat. Lil Brah) (Street Single)
Charlie Manhattan - Right Here (Snippet)
Charlie Manhattan - Taxi (Feat. Calita Talley) (Snippet)
Charlie Manhattan - Party Girl (Feat. U.D.I.) (Snippet)
Charlie Manhattan - Thinkin' Bout U (Feat. Omari Jelani) (Snippet)
Charlie Manhattan - Shake What Cha Mamma Gave U (Feat. Pho Balow) (Snippet)

The album is slated for release late this summer by Laid Black Productions and RNB Entertainment Group, headed by EMI Music veteran Tom Cartwright and longtime Bay Area entertainment entrepreneur, Warren Foster.

Rud

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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

SGV

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1123792060 - January 1, 1970 By : DubCNN started this Website Event Coverage shit! And then the rest followed! One of the people who really made it happen for us was Juda Starr. He gave DubCNN all access to a number of shows throughout the L.A. area. From Too Short to Bone Thugs, Juda always had the hottest line ups.

So, when he holla'd at me to tell me he's doing a Mixtape, I jumped at the chance to show him some love. I reported on this Mixtape before, but now here's the tape for your Downloading pleasure. It'll only be available for 5 (Five) days, so get it while you can. It's packed with some of the HOTTEST New West artists like Techniec, 40 Glocc, Bad Azz, Spitfiya, Logic aka Roccett, Wallet, Locura Terminal aka Terminal Madness, Scan.

You can also check out Mykill Miers, Taboo of Black Eyed Peas, Ranking Joe, Christ Bearer & 71 Raw of NorthStar and many more on this Mixtape.

Here's The Tracklisting for ya'll:

01. Big Sloan & Dre Infinite - When We Ride
02. (Guerilla Black Shout Out)/Smokey Wild (of Corporate Streets)- Cock The Steel
03. (KAM Shout Out)/Baba Zoom (of 7 Sign) - Neighborhood Thang
04. Castro Feat. Flako7 - Smoking Doe Doe
05. Monsta Gonjah & Swiss (of Halfway House MC's) - Go Head Get Stupid
06. Demo Feat. C-Askle (of Bourboun Street Records) - Get On Up
07. JHA Voice Feat. E-Rule - Many More To Come
08. Big Sloan, Baby Mac & Dre Infinite - 99.1 FM Radio Drop
09. Dynamic Certified Feat. Techniec - Run
10. Locura Terminal aka Terminal Madness - Killafornia
11. Baby Mac & Bad Azz - Bouncing
12. Spirit - Tell It Like It Is
13. Sediva - I Get This Feeling
14. Roccett aka Logic & Spitfiya - What It Do
15. Hollowcost - Freestyle
16. Wallet & 40 Glocc - Look At Me Now
17. Mykill Miers - Knuckle Up
18. Block Boyz - Lets Go
19. C-Bo & Flex - Back In The Day
20. D.M.F. - 50 Cent Diss
21. Castro - Hub City
22. Humble Feat. Guru - Originality
23. Dread Daze Feat. Taboo (of Black Eyed Peas) - True To The Game
24. Scan (of Ground Up Ent.) - Video Tape Gangsterz (EXCLUSIVE)
25. Ranking Joe & Michael Rose - Fiya Burn Babylon
26. Christ Brearer & 71 Raw (of North Star) - Sucka Bull
27. Juda Starr/DJ Gloss Info

This is the .rar file for ya!

Juda Starr Presents Pre Paid Pimpin' Vol. 1

Pre Paid Pimpin' Album Cover Full Size

Many Thanks to JudaStarr!!!

SGV

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1123863007 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Fingaz' #1 street series Guns N Roses has entered Vol. 3. This mixtape is crazy and features exclusive new music from Alchemist, Mobb Deep, Nas, Yukmouth, Mitchy Slick and the WrongKind, Stat Quo, Young Buck, E40, Lil Flip, Bun B, Obie Trice, Kenny Kingpen ft. Bosko + more. Production from Dow Jones, Fingaz and others, as well.


For more info checkout DJFingaz.com and FabriCali.com (the official home of the "West Coast" Tee) and you can purchase this mixtape for free at 2ndChanceProductions Store.




Here's the tracklisting:

01. Yukmouth Intro
02. Yukmouth Guns N Roses Freestyle
03. Ras Kass “Cali” *Exclusive produced by: Dow Jones
04. H20 “Shake That” *World Preimer
05. Trillville/E-40 “Pimpin”
06. Stat Quo/Young Buck “South Coast”
07. Mobb Deep “Pop Bottles” * World Premier
08. Nas “Honey Moon”
09. Blocc Runnas “Split his Wig” *World Premier
10. Al Gator “Guns n Roses” Freestyle
11. Clipse “Zen”
12. Game/Jelly Roll “Hard Liquor” *Exclusive
13. E-40/The CLICK “Game Thieves” *Unreleased Exclusive produced by: DJ FINGAZ
14. Bun B. “Draped Up”
15. Lil Flip/Squad Up “Beatin Up Tha Block”
16. Kenny Kingpin/Bosko “Go Hard” *Exclusive
17. Federation/Lay Low “What What”
18. Sly Boogy “Everything”
19. Yukmouth/C-Bo/Realest/Gonzo “Payback” *World Premier Exclusive
20. Bizarre (D12) “Deadly” produced by: Fame & DJ FINGAZ
21. 4 Ron “Run and Hide” *Exclusive
22. BG/Tech N9ne *Exclusive
23. Game/MOB “Poison Bananas” G-Unit Diss
24. Wrong Kind “So West Coast”
25. Obie Trice/Stat Quo “Stay Bought It”
26 SAI Bills “Listen To Me” *Exclusive

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1123929192 - January 1, 1970 By : I couldn't let you down Julio G, as you said when its on your show next day dubcnn be dropping the news and audio, much love for the mention and holla at your boys at dubcnn anytime! Major shouts to Julio G & Daz Dillinger who last night gave dubcnn props on K-Day! We have the audio here for you courtesy of Lucien over at the World Famous WCC Forums. Last night Daz & Kurupt spoke with Julio G about "Against The Grain" due out August 23rd, Daz's solo, "So So Gangsta" which he said is dropping in 3 weeks, seems soon but who knows! He said you can expect Kurupt, Redman and more on the release and he wants to package it with a DVD. More news and audio on this as we get it.

They spoke on various issues, Kurupt's albums, the Dogg Pound as a whole and much more. Anyway enough of me, check the audio and remember, support the releases when they drop and make sure you tune in to K-Day and Julio G on 93.5FM

Julio G - K-Day DPG Interview (12th August 2005)

Rud

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1124408731 - January 1, 1970 By : DJs WARRIOR + STRONG LISTED IN TOP 10 ON MTV MIXTAPE MONDAYS:

DJ WARRIOR / DJ STRONG: THE G-CODE Warrior and Strong took their lane
and ran with it, infusing the Cali mixtape circuit with incessant releases. The two have teamed up with such notables as Kurupt, the Outlawz and Xzibit for their Cali Untouchable Radio series and have also delved into reggaeton and mash-up rock-and-rap CDs as well.

CLICK LINK TO READ THE ARTICLE:

http://www.mtv.com/bands/m/mixtape_monday/mid_05/index2.jhtml

This is not the first mention on MTV for DJ Warrior or DJ Strong. Last year DJ Warrior was thrown up on MTV Mixtape Mondays twice for holding down his own and being listed as top 10 mixtape DJs worldwide. projects such as Cali Untouchable Radio 5 with Kurupt/Y.A, Palm Trees & Gangstas, Cali Untouchable Radio 4 with Crooked I, Ill Street Dues 2, Cali Untouchable Radio 3 with Game/Scipio, Outlaw Warriorz 1, Got Mixtapes Pt. 3, and War Vol. 1 have all been fetaured on MTV's Mixtape Mondays!

DJ Warrior / DJ Strong = Co-Founders of Cali Untouchable DJs

ALL CLUB/HOSTING BOOKINGS CONTACT:
http://www.stronghouserecords.com (866)754-6580
DJ Warrior in Tight Magazine...coming soon
DJ Strong/DJ Warrior/Kurupt - Cali Untouchable Radio Pt. 5 in Source Magazine...coming soon


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1124462816 - January 1, 1970 By : My boy Michelob has been quiet for a minute now, but don't think he's been sleeping! The Game Banga is ready to get back in the game with a new mixtape, a new album AND a new DVD! So that's plenty of stuff to anticipate.

He is currently finishing up his sophomore album "Things Done Changed", which is set to feature the likes of Jayo Felony, 40 Glocc, Spice 1, C-Bo, Dru Down, Ras Kass, Squeak Ru, Flexxarally, Zig Zag and many more. The album should be in stores early 2006.

He's also working on his own DVD, called "Lobe TV", which will feature appearances by the likes of Cedric The Entertainer, Mos Def, Twista, Jadakiss, Kurupt, Crooked I, Debo, Shang From Def Comedy Jam, Eastwood, Roscoe, Bad Azz, The Low Lifes and of course alot of fine ladies!

But the project that's up next is his new mixtape "Thug Matrix". This CD features 20 new bangers and is coming out in a few weeks. I have 3 preview tracks for ya'll below, check them out in MP3 below:

Michelob - Favorite Hoe (ft. Eastwood, Flexxarally, Livewire & Cutty)

Michelob - Best Of Both Worlds (ft. Flexxarally)

Michelob - Can't C Us, Wanna B Us (ft. Zig Zag)

Michelob has a few deals on the table right now as far as record labels, he is currently weighing out his options. As soon as something is signed, you already know where you'll hear it first!

Enjoy and stay tuned for more exclusives soon!

Nima

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1124732200 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn is about to introduce you to someone who Nelly Furtado, MosDef, Devine Brown, and M1 from Dead Prez are already spreading the word about: K'Naan. Originating from Africa (He lived in Mogadishu during the collapse), now residing in Canada, Dubcnn is proud to put you up on a true artist. K'naan is not only a great recording artist and performer, he also writes poetry. He has been touring all over the world for the past few months, and now has an album out. In addition to that, his video for the song "Strugglin" is on rotation at MuchMusic. We have a free Mp3 for you to download of his single "Soobax"

.:Click Here To Download "Soobax":.

Check out the video for "Strugglin" HERE


Check out K'Naan's Website for more video's, music, poetry, blogs, and philosophies. And help spread the word on a true artist.

Adon

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1124801629 - January 1, 1970 By : "Quit acting like Ray Liotta, Your no goodfella, not one iota, your more like a lil bottle o' soda, kinda fizzy when your open, kinda flat when its over".

Could Dusty Roze have put it any better? Some food for thought from this animated MC im about to introduce you to as part of the collective that is, Soul Shack. Soul Shack is a Multi-National, Multi-Cultural crew based out of Long Beach, California.

The group consists of Tone Blair, NDO, Fabmal, Dusty Roze & Chad Bishop. The producers of the group, Tone Blair & NDO, are Hispanic & Native American respectively and they both hail from Long Beach. Fabmal comes from Lynwood and brings a street concious flow while Dusty Roze, as i mentioned earlier, brings that animated style originally from West Palm Beach Florida. Chad Bishop got some old school sounds for you and is originally from Alabama.

Im here today to introduce you to their music and try to gather some support for a group that most definitely goes against the grain of what typifies most Westcoast Hip-Hop, and to be honest i know many of you will feel they are a breath of fresh air in a sometimes frustrating cycle of music. With a new, creative and fresh style i know some will love and some will hate, but at least try to appreciate the angle at which they approach the scene. We have the single for download along with the video for the "Ain't No Gangsta" track which i hope you will listen to and spread around, radio stations and DJ's feel free to pick this up. Tone spoke with dubcnn and said : "We defy the stereo typical westcoast hip-hop, and for that matter hip-hop worldwide. We're not caught up trying to mimic others, we're just ourselves. We are all real down to earth people, with good vibes, good music and a love for hip-hop and all music."

So check below for the "Ain't No Gangsta" single and video and look out for more audio coming soon such as "Double Deez", a solid party anthem and a track called which speaks of the desire at times to just take to the sky and escape the realities of life. There is some banging production on this release which people of all ages and backgrounds will enjoy mixed with melodic sounds and emotional and deep lyrics.

Soul Shack - Ain't No Gangsta (MP3)

Soul Shack - Ain't No Gangsta (Video) (MOV)

Download, spread around and drop feedback over at the world famous WCC Forums.

Rud

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1125003398 - January 1, 1970 By : The homies from Lifestyle, Bada Bing & HIT are still at it. Here is a new press release from the group:

Soul Hood Entertainment, LLC has made the "Stylefornia 2: The Movement" Mixtape available to purchase online through CD Baby. The site address is http://www.cdbaby.com/soulhoodfamily.

The CD includes songs from Soul Hood Artists LIFESTYLE (H.I.T & P.T aka BadaBing -Snoop's Lil Bro) , P.S.C (FRATT HOUSE- G.B & E MONEY), MECCA DAWN, PRIME & TATIANA CHANEL. The album also features exclusive songs from Snoop Dogg, Lil Jon, Fiend, Daz, Bun B. of UGK, K-Ci & JoJo, Spit Fiya, and many others.

This is one of the hottest mixtapes of 2004 to drop on the WEST so if you don't have your copy yet...then get it today! Stylefornia 2 is the follow-up to "STYLEFORNIA", the groups first release collectively that hit underground and will be re-released for sale on CDBABY very soon. Coming Mid-September 2005 is the highly anticipated 3rd installment to the collection, "STYLEFORNIA 3", sure to bring more hard-hitting lyrics and fiya that'll have the streets talkin' once again.

"Stylefornia 2: The Movement" features hot songs like "California", "Speaker wire", "With You", "I Don't", "Chuuch", "Don't Mind", & "My Life" just to name a few! The list goes on with favorites that the family has performed @ their shows.

If you love good music, from hood classics, to party anthems, to hot R&B, then you don't want to sleep on "STYLEFORNIA 2: The Movement"! It's worth every penny to check out why the streets are buzzing about The Soul Hood Family!

If you want to check out a few songs off of the album you can go to www.myspace.com/soulhoodfamily or before you purchase the album on Cd Baby, there are some snippits on the page you can hear @ www.cdbaby.com/soulhoodfamily.

Contact soulhood@soulhoodentertainment.com for further info or visit us at www.soulhoodentertainment.com.


Nima

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1125043504 - January 1, 1970 By : No excuses people, get this checked out and help support the new westcoast! This time im here to introduce one half of the duo Another RAP Group, Aziaddict. A 23 year old MC with thoughts and attitude more mature than his years would indicate, a fan who became an MC to speak on social issues, politics, and the realities of life. Over the years he has put pen to paper to unleash creativity which is now being portrayed through the mic with strong emotion and a unique tone. Aziaddict has heart, a strong personality and street credibility which he hopes will serve both the "so-called" backpack audience and the mainstream needs.

Raised in North of Sacramento where he struggled growing up he now aims to take his experiences and his talent to the mainstream audience through his music. Already a local celebrity with his group, Another RAP Group, he has already performed in shows ranging from High School venues to appearing on television at the San Francisco Asian Pinnacle Showcase with over 2,000 attending and 50,000 TV viewers.

I have here his latest track, which features a sample of Dr. Dre's "The Watcher", it is a rough version and not mixed down yet but you get the idea of his production and lyrical skills. He is currently 8 tracks deep into his debut solo album, "From The SOAL" which he hopes to release buy November 2005. His group Another RAP Group i mentioned earlier already has the album out called, "Aziaddict and Ospis are...Another Rap Group". They are performing at the moment in the Sacramento area and have a buzz spreading daily, you can check out their My Space Page to see their show dates. They are also working on their sophomore album titled, "They Call Us...Another Rap Group", which will be out before christmas. The single from this release we will have for you to hear soon! Until then check out the track below and drop feedback over at the world famous WCC Forums

Aziaddict - No Question

Once again dubcnn is trying to provide you with fresh new music that you otherwise might miss. We are THE media outlet for westcoast music, new and existing

Rud

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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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1125332600 - January 1, 1970 By : Most of you know by now that Industry Phunk is the home for Dresta, The Younghoggs and Six Mill but what some people might not know is that they have one of the industry's best singers aswell.

His name is Jasper and he can really sing from his heart like few other underground r&b singers.

Jasper has a album out right now called "From My Perspective" which has E-40 on the hit single "Hoody Goody" .
Other standout tracks on here are "Freaky With You" and "Hips Off The Meat Rack".


Click Here to get to know more about Jasper by watching this video feature.

If you're into smooth r&b and feel some of these tracks make sure you go and buy Jasper's album "From My Perspective".

Yash

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1125425458 - January 1, 1970 By : Earlier in the month we dropped the information that Shade Sheist and N.U.N.E. of Put Yourself Out were back with 2 new releases. The CD's feature a variety of artists including, Knoc-Turn'Al, Kurupt, Jayo Felony, Y.A., Mariah Carey, Mack 10, Techniec, Bone Thugs & Harmony, Nate Dogg and many more. The covers are shown here, left and right. Once again i have the tracklists below and the single from each release.

Shade Sheist's single is called "Enjoy Myself" and features Jayo Felony & Knoc-Turn'Al, while N.U.N.E. enlists the help of Mr "It Aint A Single Til I'm On It" Nate Dogg for the smooth, "Ganstafied Lady". Shoutout to Shade Sheist and the guys over at Put Yourself Out. Now i know when we dropped this update last time 1000s of people ordered, well those that didnt, check the audio and head over now to Order The CDs!

Shade Sheist - "Before The Waitin, Before The Hatin" (Back Cover)
01) (I Got) What U Need (Feat. LT Hutton)
02) I'm Still Here (Feat. N.U.N.E.)
03) Makes Me Wanna F You (Feat. N.U.N.E. & Knoc-Turn'al)
04) Enjoy Myself (Feat. Jayo Felony & Knoc-Turn'Al)
05) Bigger Than Rap (Feat. Y.A., Jayo Felony & kurupt)
06) What Would You Do (Feat. N.U.N.E., Nate Dogg & Mariah Carey)
07) Not From
08) Stack Bangin (Feat. Mack 10 & Techniec)
09) X The Club Up (Feat. The Goodfellas & Fingazz)
10) Paper Paper (Feat. Bone Thugs & Harmony)
11) R.I.C.O. Gangstas (Feat. Kurupt)
12) Bonus Track

N.U.N.E. - "N.U.N.E. Time (Back Cover)
01) Your Girl (Feat. Shade Sheist & Skanless)
02) Hey Baby!
03) Holla Back
04) When Im High (Feat. The Delicks)
05) Line Em' Up (Feat. Shade Sheist)
06) Xtacy (Feat. Skanless)
07) Makes Me Wanna F You (Feat. Shade Sheist & Knoc-Turn'al)
08) Gangstafied Lady (Feat. Nate Dogg)
09) Heat 2 The Streetz (Feat. Shade Sheist, Richbo & D. Young)
10) California (Ride) (Feat. Richbo)
11) We All In (Feat. Skanless)
12) Hard In The Paint (Feat. Caz & Knoc-Turn'Al)
13) What U Gon Do Wit It (Feat. Klev & Wilbo)
14) High Everyday (Feat. Klev)
15) Gangstafied Lady (Feat. Nate Dogg) (Remix)

Rud

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1125712568 - January 1, 1970 By : Compton's newest star The Game, who recently won the award for Best Selling New Male Artist at the World Music Awards, has asked to pass on the message from him to his fans, that everybody that goes pick up "The Documentary" again and sends it in to the Black Wall Street Offices will get the CD autographed and a free copy of his newest mixtape "Ghost Unit", once again targeted at the G-Unit crew.

Here is the message from Game:

"The Day Yayo's album drop, I want everyone who can to go out and re-cop "The Documentary" !!! Anyone who does so can send the album in to The Black Wallstreet offices & I will personally sign it & send it back with a copy of my new mixtape "Ghost Unit" (Life After 300 Bars).......... If you cant afford it, don't do it but if you can let's go out & kill these mothafucka's until 50 & Sha is Irv & Ja ha ha ha.......... go on every hip hop website & post this as well as let everyone you know the same, 1. "

Here is the link to hear the audio of the announcement: Click Here

Address to The Black Wall Street offices:

405 N. Wilmington
Compton CA 90220

Note: The CD must still be wrapped and must be dated August 30th or later.

Here is one of Game's latest songs, which was supposed to end up on the Madden NFL 2006 Soundtrack, but was for some reason left off:

The Game - Get Smashed

Also, here is the tracklisting to Game's new mixtape "Ghost Unit":

01. Ghost Unit Intro
02. Here We Go again f/ Game & Dr. Dre
03. Mr. Potato Head f/ Game
04. Crack Music Remix f/ Kanye West & Game
05. Kiss Your Ass Goodbye Extended Remix f/ Game, Sheek, Beanie Sigel, Fabolous, & Jadakiss
06. Old Gunz f/ Game & RockStar
07. Palm Pilot (Young Gunz Diss) f/ Money Mike & Game
08. They Sayin f/ Game & G. Malone
09. 3 Killas f/ M.O.B.
10. Twist It f/ Olivia, Lloyd Banks, & BBQ
11. Olivia Part II f/ BBQ
12. U Aint Crazy f/ M.O.B.
13. It's On f/ RockStar
14. Comin From The West Coast f/ M.O.B.
15. Lyrical Exercise Part II f/ RockStar
16. Stay Strapped f/ Techniec & Young Jeezy
17. Don't Cha f/ RockStar & Dior
18. Don't Body Yourself Remix f/ Nas & Game
19. Walkin In The Rain f/ M.O.B.
20. Hurricanes In Stores November (Fuck Reeboks)

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1126012136 - January 1, 1970 By : In 2003 Ice Cube told the world he was teaming up with Dr. Dre on Aftermath Records to record a "comeback LP," unfortunately that never happened. MTV has reported that Cube has enlisted the aid of Lil Jon for production on his upcoming album. Lil Jon tells MTV that he's recorded seven new tracks with "AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted" and is helping him find a label for the release : "On the Crunk Juice album, we did 'Real N---a Roll Call' [with Cube], I grew up on N.W.A — N.W.A and Too Short were my favorite groups. So to just be in the studio, and for him to listen to me and let me guide him, ask me what I think ... I still can't believe I'm cool with Cube like that, 'cause that's Ice Cube."

Lil Jon went on to say that the new Cube sounds a lot like vintage, early '90s Cube, from the AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted/ Death Certificate era. He also stated that he and Cube already have a song they want to release to the public soon : "We got the first single, it's Ice Cube and Snoop, called 'Got a Lot of That,' as soon as you hear the beat, you gonna start dancing. And he's got this song called 'Combat' for anybody who does any type of sports — like if you play football, it's gonna get you amped up to get in the game. We're looking for a label — holla at us. We're going to probably put a record out and let the labels come to us."

In other Lil Jon and westcoast news he has been in the lab with Too Short working on his new LP, : "Short is like 'Uncle Short, Short was the first person in the rap game to believe in me and give me a chance as an artist. I was signed to Short's label and he let me out of the contract with no problems — he let me do my thing. Plus, he was always there for me whenever I needed him to get on some records."

Too Short's as yet untitled new LP is set to have Jazze Pha producing half of the tracks and Jon doing most of the rest. As usual dubcnn will be back with more news and audio as we have it. And labels...i dont need to tell you...get Cube signed and lets get this record out.

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1126216966 - January 1, 1970 By : When you think of Frank Sinatra, you think New York, New York. You may think the 1940’s, and you might think the Rat Pack. Hip-Hop certainly doesn’t come to mind. However, when deliberating on over what his moniker could be, Curtis Weeks opted for Cinatra, after Ole Blue Eyes.

The reason for this came as he studied a show on Frank and it was apparent that he had the best of both worlds. Frank Sinatra was able to rub shoulders with the Crème de la crème of Hollywood, yet dive into the depths of the underworld and be a key figure amongst mobsters and gangsters, yet not be considered out of place. Cinatra personally identified with this. Having spent five years in the military, he was exposed to a totally opposite way of life from which he was accustomed. He admits to coming from the bottom but having the exposure of the military made his journey down life’s path similar to that of his namesake. It was during his tenure in the Air force that he discovered his talent for lyrical wordplay and opted to follow that course.

Versatile is a word that Cinatra can identify with, however this isn’t what makes his character unique. What makes him stand out from all the other emerging talent, is his integrity and his appreciation for the art form. He is dead set on which path he is going to take to be recognized as an exceptional lyricist. He has been inspired by some of the greatest names in soul music such as Marvin Gaye, The Commodores, and Teddy Pendergrass along with some of the most influential artists in rap and hip-hop, KRS One, LL Cool J, Nas, and Jay-Z. Cinatra has studied both the music and the business and is ready to fill that vacant seat that so many artist strive for.

A Trenton, NJ native, Cinatra wants to cash in on the lack of serious emcees representing his home state. “I want to put the East Coast back on the map. New Jersey has never had its own voice; it has always been smothered between NY and Philly.” The Voice of NJ has not appeared on ridiculous amounts of mixtapes, nor has he rocked more stages than the Rolling Stones like some artists have, but this doesn’t equate a negative image of readiness. Cinatra has been attentively mastering his art, which is a rarity within the walls of the Hip-Hop genre nowadays. He wants to promote reliability and showmanship; he wants to be an artist, not another entrepreneur; he wants to be a name that is respected for marrying beats with words.

So with a competent team behind him and his own proficiency, Cinatra knows he can reach higher heights. There is nothing in today’s game that he can’t play for, nothing he can’t win. Everything is there for the taking and there is nothing to lose!!!!

Cinatra - Dear Summer Freestyle


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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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1126306544 - January 1, 1970 By : Mistah F.A.B./ Hoodstars/ Sean T & Cellski
performing LIVE Friday, 9/9 @ Ambassador Lounge!

KMEL's Big Von in the mix!

Donate just by showing up this Friday! The people most affected by hurricane Katrina need our help, so we're throwing a benefit concert to do our part! All the artists are donating their time to help, so please come out and support this great cause!

ALL of the DOOR proceeds will go directly to helping the victims of hurricane Katrina - courtesy of E-40 and Menassa buddy!

Doors open at 9:00pm

Cover only $10.00 before 11:00pm

Dress Code EnforcedNO HATS, NO JERSEYS. If you're out of dress code, you will NOT get in!

21 & up

Contact Information:

Ambassador Lounge
175 N. San Pedro st
San Jose, CA 95113
email: party@clubhive.com
phone: 408-298-4900


www.TheAmbassadorLounge.com

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1126324467 - January 1, 1970 By : The world famous Hieroglyphics Imperium is set to release a new compilation album entitled "The Corner," hitting streets September 20th.

The album features exclusive and unreleased tracks from Hiero Imperium artists Hieroglyphics, DITC's OC, as well as solo tracks from Casual, Opio, Tajai, Del The Funky Homosapien, Pep Love, and Shake Da Mayor. The CD will also includes four bonus videos from Opio, Shake Da Mayor and the Hieroglyphics Full Circle Tour.

Previous releases from the Hieroglyphics have collectively sold over 1 million units. The Hiero crew is currently on the “Live and Direct” tour with O.C. and Non-Phixon.

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1126460796 - January 1, 1970 By : The Carolina King is back with two new bangin' releases. "The Lord and Savior of Southern Mix Tapes" has decided to bless his people with two new titles made JUST FOR the aspiring MC and/or Producer. "Down & Dirty Accapellas Vol. 1" is packed full of the South's hottest Accapellas, ready for you Producers to work your own magic on.

"Down & Derrty Instrumentals Vol. 4" is supplying all the emcee's out there with fire beats to wreck on their Mixtapes, demo's or whatever the case maybe. These two releases are sure to make waves in the music industry. These titles can be ordered separately or as a combo pack (special combo rate is available). Pre-Order today. These releases ship out on Wednesday September 14, 2006.

Be on the look out for DJ Chuck T and Bulletproof Gfx. "Gulf Coast All-Stars" CD. 85% of the proceeds will go to Master P's "Team Rescue" relief organization to help out Hurricane Katrina victims. This release will be available soon.

For the aspiring DJ/Producer DJ Chuck T has cooked up "Down & Dirty Accapellas Vol. 1." Being the FIRST EVER accapella release featuring all Southern artists, this CD is not only ground breaking and historical, but its a sure fire classic.

Featuring the latest hits from the South's finest like Three-Six Mafia, Baby, PSC, T.I., Maceo, Bun-B, Magic, Lil Wayne, Mike Jones and more.

With over 21 Accapellas, Producers will have a lot of work to do!!

Down & Derry Accapellas Vol. 1 Tracklist:

01. Stay Fly - Three Six Mafia Ft. Young Buck and 8-Ball & MJG
02. Presidential - YoungBloodz
03. Kryptonite - Big Boi Ft. Purple City All-Stars
04. Sets Go Up - Juvenile
05. Wait (RMX) - Ying Yang Twins Ft. Lil' Scrappy, Free & Busta Rhymes
06. In Yo Face (RMX) - Ebony Eyez Ft. Trina
07. Badd - Ying Yang Twinz Ft. Mike Jones
08. I'm A King - T.I. & PSC Ft. Lil' Scrappy
09. I Think They Like Me - Dem Franchize Boyz
10. Neck Of Da Woodz - Baby Ft. Lil' Wayne
11. Ho Sit Down - Maceo
12. Ova Here - Young Jeezy Ft. Bun-B
13. Incredible Feeling - Slim Thug Ft. Jazze Pha
14. Trick A Little - Hot Wright
15. Icy - Gucci Mane Ft. Young Jeezy
16. J.O.D.D - Trick Daddy Ft. Khia
17. I Need Dubs - Master P ft. Lil' Romeo
18. O Its On - Petey Pablo Ft. Young Buck
19. That's All - Gucci Mane
20. Yappin' - Master P. Ft. Young Buck
21. Lets Roll - Magic Ft. 8-Ball & David Banner

"Down & Dirty Instrumentals Vol. 4" is packed with over 32 of the hottest instrumentals from the biggest Producers Down South. This release is sure to be a hit amongst the MC's looking to put out their own mixtapes or just sharpen their lyrical skills.

You'll get beats such as the Lil Jon bangers "Presidential" and "I'm A King," "Gangstas" from Boyz N Da Hood, Master P's "Yappin'" and much more.

Down & Derrty Instrumentals Vol. 4 Tracklist:

01. Draped Up - Bun B
02. Presidential - YoungBloodZ
03. Gangstas - Boyz N Da Hood Ft. Eazy-E
04. Play - David Banner
05. That's All - Gucci Mane
06. My Hood - Young Jeezy
07. I'm Hot - Young Capone
08. Lets Roll - Magic
09. Badd - Ying Yang Twinz Ft. Mike Jones
10. Animal - Juvenile
11. I Need Dubs - Master P.
12. I Think They Like Me - Dem Franchize Boyz
13. Motivation - T.I.
14. Dont Trip - Trina Ft. Lil' Wayne
15. Felonies - Boyz N Da Hood
16. Bad Chick - Webbie
17. Run It - Grandaddy Souf
18. I'm Pimpin' - Trillville Ft. E-40
19. Club Banger - PNC Ft. Juvenile
20. Nextel Chirp - Fatz
21. Georgia Peach - Rasheeda
22. Happy Hour - Cee-Lo Ft. Jazze Pha
23. Down South - Pitbull
24. Gotta Getcha - Jermaine Dupri
25. She's Freaky - Pitbull Ft. Lil' Jon
26. Ho Sit Down - Maceo
27. Im A King - T.I. Ft. PSC & Lil' Scrappy
28. Gucci Bag - Playaz Circle
29. Yappin' - Master P. Ft. Young Buck
30. Me and My Dogs - Magic
31. Turn It Up - Chamillionaire Ft. Lil' Flip
32. Dat Boy Chevy - Young Noah

Pre-Order At DJChuckT.com

SGV

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1126503404 - January 1, 1970 By : Sinatra is a 20-year-old talented, flamboyant, intelligent emcee that is fusing the sounds of classic hip-hop with a new sound that will set trends and raise bars for years to come. Sinatra was first introduced to this art-form by his older brother 88 Fingaz whom is a well known producer/emcee/singer. His first official recording turned out to be his first single entitled “Ghetto Fantasy”; backed with an impressive production by none other than 88 Fingaz. Sinatra blesses the mellow, thought provoking track with his flashy delivery and clever word play. Sinatra is of Nova Scotian decent and is proud of it, as you will hear him boast about it in some of his music to show listeners that represents his background to the fullest.

Sinotra Music:

Sinotra - Report (Produced by 88 Fingaz)

Sinotra - Ghetto Fantasy (Produced by 88 Fingaz) | Sinotra - Ghetto Fantasy (Produced by 88 Fingaz) Radio Edit

Rubix a.k.a Private Ryan formally of the group Die-Verse is a highly talented emcee and producer that has flashy delivery and that is extremely lyrical. Rubix has been breathing on this earth for 21 years but has been rapping since the young age of seven. He did not become a professional emcee and producer until Oct. 2003 when he made an explosive debut as one-half of an urban hip-hop and R&B group (die-verse) that has since parted ways. He began producing at the age of 18 just to pass the time, but started taking it seriously the same time when he began to emcee professionally. You won’t hear Rubix rapping the same way as anyone else, he makes sure that he always comes on the next level with is material so that everyone else has to figure out a way to catch up to him. “Tha Gutters Glory” is the title of Rubix’ first solo album, the tentative release date is the first quarter of 2005. This album will be very innovative, trend setting and will for sure give the fans more than enough entertainment. Rubix has caught the eye of a few labels, is being watched very closely, and will be doing things on a major level very soon rather than just being on the independent circuit along side everyone else just making a small rumble.

Rubix Music:

Rubix ft. Sinotra & 88 Fingaz - Sho' U Right (Produced by Rubix) | Rubix ft. Sinotra & 88 Fingaz - Sho' U Right (Produced by Rubix) Radio Edit

Rubix ft. Jaki-Li - I Like Yo' Style(produced by Rubix) | Rubix ft. Jaki-Li - I Like Yo' Style(produced by Rubix) Radio Edit

Rubix - I Luv 2 Boogie (Produced by Rubix)

Rubix ft. Barry Bee - Up Close N' Personal

Rubix - Topsy Turvey (Produced by Rubix)

88 Fingaz a 25-year old highly skilled producer/emcee/singer has been the man responsible for productions that accompanied many of the hit tracks that one may have herd on urban radio stations and compilations across North America and in Europe. His incredible talents still have yet to be fully unleashed upon the music industry. The name 88 Fingaz derives from his early days in the church playing and mastering the piano by ear. With success received for his productions around the globe, he felt it was time to bestow his entire talents upon the world, by show casing his emceeing and singing skills. His first single entitled “Somethin’ from Nothin’” is performed by him (rapping and singing the chorus) as well as himself handling the production of the track. The song is reminiscent of the classic era of good music mixed with the new age sound displaying an entertaining and impressive harmony of generations of hip-hop into one song.

88 Fingaz Music:

88 Fingaz - Somethin' From' Nothin' (Produced by 88 Fingaz)

Jaki-Li a.k.a Adios is giving birth to a new breed of emcee. Her ability to create rhymes with both clever lyrics and catchy hooks puts her in a league of her own. Jaki-Li is also known as ‘Adios’, because she is saying goodbye to the typical image of the female rapper. Her third Alias ‘Lady Finesse’, describes the silky smooth flow that won her accolades from crowds that heard her perform in the early stages of her career. There is an album currently in the works and there are plans to release it in the third quarter 2005. This is just the beginning for this extraordinary emcee, there is nothing that will stop Jaki-Li from rising to the top and displaying why she is destined to be one of the most successful emcees in the game. She is indeed a new breed.

Jaki-Li Music:

Jaki-Li ft. 88 Fingaz - Invincible (Produced by 88 Fingaz)

Jaki-Li a.k.a Adios - Nothin' But Net(Produced by Fever) from
the Nike Battlegrounds soundtrack

Jaki-Li - Start It Up (Produced by Private Stock)

Jaki-Li a.k.a Adios - Millionair (Produced by C-Plus)

Jaki-Li a.k.a Adios - Hype Girl

Jaki-Li - Rumours

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1126630899 - January 1, 1970 By : As we reported at the end of last month Dilated Peoples have a new single "Back Again" produced by Alchemist that was buzzing on the radio, we dropped the radio rip of the single and snippet of the B-Side, "Rapid Transit," which features Strong Arm Steady's Krondon. The single is out now to buy, it is the lead track from the groups fourth album, "20/20," which is set to drop on January 24th 2006. Im just back with a quick update for fans and more importantly DJ's worldwide, here is the Single and B-Side in all forms, Radio, Street & Intstrumental, we also have Babu's Scratch Kit #6 - download it and get it played worldwide and please support the group when they release the album in 2006.

Dilated Peoples - Back Again (Street) |(Radio) |(Instrumental)

Dilated Peoples - Rapid Transit (Feat. Krondon) (Street) | (Radio) | (Instrumental)

DJ Babu - Scratch Kit #6

Rud

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1126714117 - January 1, 1970 By : Promising new site HoodStars.net produced by 2Real (formerly of westside2real.com, toogangsta.net) has just put up an audio drop from Mr Bad Azz with some info about his new album. Head over there to check it out!



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1126724314 - January 1, 1970 By : In honor of their new album dropping on October 4th, join the collective, L.A. Symphony, on September 30th at the Knitting Factory for a special live performance. They are gearing up for the release of their new album Disappear Here, out on Gotee Records. The lead single "Timeless" was produced by Evidence of Dilated Peoples and features DJ Rhettmatic of the World Famous Beat Junkies. Rhettmatic will be at the event, as will underground Hip-Hop icons like Scarab (of Living Legends), Deux Process, Penuckle, and Dr. Oop. LA Symphony has built a following with their positive lyrical style and a sound that effortlessly mixes pop and underground. Their mix of credibility and enjoyability has propelled them to open for acts such as Black Eyed Peas, Jurassic 5, Xzibit and more.

So, don't forget, Friday, September 30th at The Knitting Factory located at 7021 Hollywood Blvd, Suite 209 at 10PM!

Here's the tracklist for the album along with the First single, "Timeless"

01. Finland Intro
02. Timeless (Produced by Evidence w/ DJ Rhettmatic)
03. Put Up Or Shut Up
04. Money Song
05. Dance Like
06. Funky Music
07. Hold On
08. C'est La Vie (feat. Tonex)
09. Grand Piano
10. Give
11. Pops Song
12. Less Than Zero
13. Rise
14. Don't Call Me

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1126739939 - January 1, 1970 By : He came up with Paul Wall and The Swishahouse, turned down many Major label deals, until now! He's on his own and got a major backing for his Official debut "The Sound Of Revenge," in stores October 25th. His Lil' Flip featured, Scott Storch bangin' first single "Turn It Up" is already in rotation on Radio and Music Video stations.

Accompanied by a Bonus Disc, look for features from Krayzie Bone, Bun B, Scarface, Lil' Wayne, as well as Killa Mike and Pastor Troy on "Southern Takeover," which we also have for your downloading pleasure. Look for the Screwed & Chopped version by O.G. Ron C with the bonus DVD, hitting stores December 6th.

Now on to the song at hand! With some raw snares and a dark-bouncy beat, Chamillion rep's with his A-Town counterparts. He uses his signature sing song style for the hook, with a little a help from Killer Mike. The three emcee's remind the Hip Hop world that the "Southern Takeover" is here to stay.

Chamillion fiercly rhymes:

"You don't want no problems (problems) / Got amnesia, then let the .44 remind em / 4-4's yea, used to tip on and ride em / When we ride 4-4 with doe beside em / 6'6" tall lookin' like he a center / 10 tatoo's lookin' like he a killer / Skinny ass niggas don't fight with a nigga / Pull out a bill put a price on the nigga"

If you're not sold by now, then just download the track and form your own opinion!!

Chamillionaire feat. Killer Mike & Pastor Troy - Southern Takeover

Look out for Chamill's "Got Revenge?" mixtape and the next installment to his "Mixtape Messiah" series to hit the streets soon!

SGV

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1126813741 - January 1, 1970 By : After we dropped our exclusive interview with Ingelwood's Mack 10, I have another little excluisve for ya'll. We have the complete tracklisting of his new album "Hustla's Handbook", which is set to drop September 27th on Hoo Bangin'/Capitol Records.

To check out our exclusive interview with Mack Dime, conducted by Yash, click here. Incase you haven't seen the video to the first single "Like This" featuring Nate Dogg, check the update below for the video and the song itself.

Here goes the tracklisting, as promised:

1. Like This Feat. Nate Dogg
2. Da Bizness
3. Pop Feat. Red Café & Wanted (Skoop Delena & Young Soprano)
4. Dome Shot Feat. Young Soprano
5. Don’t Hate Me Feat. Wanted (Skoop Delena & Young Soprano)
6. The Testimony Feat. Young Soprano & Pastor Steven Hamilton
7. Step Yo Game Up Feat. B-Real & DJ
8. So Gangsta Feat. Butch Cassidy
9. I’m A Star Feat. Ruka Puff & Bigga Brown
10. My Chucks
11. Keep It Hood Feat. Bre Perry
12. Cognac & Doja Feat. Butch Cassidy & Young Soprano
13. By The Bar Feat. Kanary Diamond & Wanted (Skoop Delena & Young Soprano)
14. Mack Sinatra (Skit)
15. Livin’ Just To Ball

To pre-order "Hustla's Handbook" now, click here.

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1126822625 - January 1, 1970 By : This song and info are courtesy of DJ Warrior, fresh out of his Vault. He'll be providing you, the readers, with the latest hits of the moment from around the world, as well as the hottest unreleased songs, freestyles and remixes.

Today he brings forth the Kray Twinz. This Production duo from the UK are most known for their work with Panjabi MC and the hit "Beware Of The Boys." The indentical twins are finally dropping their new album "Indian Summer" later this year. Warrior provided us with the first single "What We Do" which features Twista, Gappy Ranks and Lethal B.

The three emcee's wreck the fast paced strings provided by Twinz. Check the song out, it's a banger.

Kray Twinz feat. Twista, Gappy Ranks & Lethal B. - What We Do

Once again, shouts to DJ Warrior for hitting DubCNN with this info and song. Look for more from the Warrior Vaults ONLY on DubCNN, real soon!

SGV

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1126907545 - January 1, 1970 By : Hailing from Opalocka, FL, Poe Boy Entertainment’'s Brisco, is the latest rap prodigy this independent label is set to blaze the industry with. The 22-year old intelligent, yet rugged rapper has used an assortment of past struggles and influences to mold him into the dynamic character of Brisco. Growing up in the Miami area, Brisco. relishes his memories of the hood and only wants to give back to the community, which has crafted him into the confident individual he is today. “"There’s nothing I want more but to give back to my community,” “I want to be that person from my community that people can look up to. It’s a positive thing."”

Brisco's lyrical style and delivery assimilates him to the likes of Scarface, Tupac and Biggie. He injects some Jay-Z and Nas affiliations into his repertoire, but Brisco is an individual himself. "“I’m a real person and the things I talk about are real,” “I think artists out there today, aren’t what they really portray themselves as. I talk about the bad and good things I’ve done. I’m real.”"

Check Out Brisco's new single Ft Young Redd & Scooby Of The Gritboyz - Might Be The Police Remix

Brisco - Might Be The Police Remix Ft Young Redd & Scooby(Of Gritboyz)

Also check out Brisco's website BriscoMusic.com

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1126924312 - January 1, 1970 By : After only two short years on the music scene Play-N-Skillz are poised and ready to take on the rap world. From their origins rocking clubs in their hometown Dallas, Texas, to producing for some of raps heaviest hitters, they are finally ready to show what they've really got. With their debut release "The Process", on Universal/Motown Records, the southwestern duo hopes to rep Texas and follow in the footsteps of successful rapper/producers such as Dr. Dre, Timbaland and Three 6 Mafia. After producing hits on Lil Flip's platinum album You Gotta Feel Me and putting out such hits as Freaks Ft Krayzie Bone & Call Me Ft Chamillionaire, they now have their brand new single Ft Akon- Come Home With Me out and they are about to show the world who Play N Skillz is on their major debut album The Process Coming out October 18th.

Check All Three Singles Here
Play N Skillz - Come Home With Me Ft Akon

Play N Skillz - Call Me Ft Chamillionaire

Play N Skillz- Freaks Ft Krayzie Bone


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1126952876 - January 1, 1970 By : As we have been reporting over the past 8 weeks, Warren G is scheduled to release his fifth studio CD, "In The Mid-Nite Hour," on October 11, 2005. The album, his first solo release in five years, has the single "Get U Down," featuring B Real and Watts-based soul singers Side Effect which is currently blazing radio including Power 106 and The Beat. According to Warren G the album is a portrayal of Warren G’s musical take of what happens as the clock ticks past the big one-two: "A lot of things go on in the midnight hour, but I stayed up in the midnight hour making this record. I touch on everything and it's bundled in one big ball of funk."

With a 2005 edge to his trademark smoothed-out sound, the G child stays on the same course that led him to gold and platinum CD success, those classic hits "Regulate," "This DJ" and "I Want It All."

Along with Warren on "In The Mid-Nite Hour," are other guest collaborators including Raphael Saadiq, young rising star, Aftermath’s Bishop Lamont, G Funk Productions’ Frank Lee White (the latter two intro-ed to Warren by half-brother Dr. Dre), G Funk Productions’ Chuck Taylor, and Chevy Jones. Chop and screw rap expert Mike Jones gets down with Warren and watches his back on "In Case Some Sh$# Go Down, the album’s second single.

The aforementioned single, "Get U Down," tackles a myriad of issues, from black-onbrown violence in Los Angeles to our military entanglements in the Middle East, and a special version, "Get U Down Part 2" featuring a special dedication to Hurricane Katrina
victims as well as guest spots by Snoop Dogg and Ice Cube, reminding people to stay strong and positive. Details are currently being worked out so that proceeds from various downloads of "Part 2" will go to the Red Cross to help Katrina aid relief efforts: "A lot of people aren’t really touching on what’s going on and they gotta wake up, even though we go through hard times you still have to smile, know that God is gonna work it out. That’s for the victims of Katrina and everybody around the world that’s going through stressful times."

Kevin Hunter will direct the "Get U Down Part 2" video which will be shot next week in different Cali locales with Warren G, B Real, Snoop and Cube. Paul Hunter will then shoot, "In Case Some Sh$# Go Down" shortly after that.

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1126955857 - January 1, 1970 By : Once again dubcnn is back to drop some info and audio on an artist that some of you that may not be aware of. Bossolo grew up in sunny California, another Rap artist representing the Inland Empire. Throughout his youth he was influenced by the music of Dr. Dre, Too Short and 2 Pac, as he listened, he learned and a deep passion for rap music nurtured within. Rap gave Bossolo a reason to live, without it he believes he would be a lost soul. Growing up was hard in a single parent home, no father figure just another ghetto child trapped in the streets of poverty and pain.

From drug sales to jail cells, gang violence and weed smoke, Bossolo found many days alone abused by Alcohol. Through all the struggles Bossolo found hope and started recording an album in the studio in the early 1990's as Smooth MC T however it was left unfinished after he lost his Fiance. 7 years later Bossolo regrouped and started pushing out CD's in the streets of Moreno Valley. Big Boss Solo, "The Game Aint Over" sold 5 thousand units while 2002's "Beyond 2002" sold 7 Thousand units with no air play just street grinding.

On December 24th 2003 came another heart breaking phone call that would change his life for ever, the death of his Younger Brother, murdered on the Streets of the I.E due to black on black crime. He dedicated his latest album, "My Bloc" to his younger brother that never got a chance to here the new product. The album was released through an independent label, Black Knight Ent. earlier this year. and his latest album "My Bloc" is Available at FYE, Wherehouse Music, Sam Goody and Virgin Mega-Store. Production on the album is handled Fingazz and Young Tre who has produced hit songs for the Platinum Group Westside Connection.

Bossolo has opened up for acts such as Bobby Valetino, Rosarito Mexico, Sly Boogy, E Street Alley and The Game. He can also be heard on "The Bay Compilation C4 presents Dirt Hustling."

Below we have some audio from the release and some images for you to check out, please listen to the music and drop feedback over at the World Famous WCC Forums and if you can purchase a copy of the album and support a great talent by clicking here. Look for more news and audio from Bossolo in the future!

Bossolo - Father 2 Son (Produced By Joe Alfaro)
Bossolo - Get On Up (Produced By Young Tre)
Bossolo - Mama Don't Cry (Produced By Fingazz)
Bossolo - Wes Coast (Produced By Fingazz)

Bossolo 1 | Bossolo 2 | Bossolo In The Studio | Bossolo Album Advert

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1127154805 - January 1, 1970 By : As we exclusively revealed earlier this week Warren G had enlisted 2 other westcoast legends to help him on a "Part II" to his latest single, "Get U Down," Ice Cube & Snoop Dogg. Well i couldnt let you guys down so i got the exclusive mp3 of the new version! Its hot and as we said in the previous update is a special dedication to Hurricane Katrina victims, reminding people to stay strong and positive. Details are currently being worked out so that proceeds from various downloads of "Part 2" will go to the Red Cross to help Katrina aid relief efforts:

"A lot of people aren’t really touching on what’s going on and they gotta wake up, even though we go through hard times you still have to smile, know that God is gonna work it out. That’s for the victims of Katrina and everybody around the world that’s going through stressful times."

Kevin Hunter will direct the "Get U Down Part 2" video which will be shot next week in different Cali locales with Warren G, B Real, Snoop and Cube. Paul Hunter will then shoot, "In Case Some Sh$# Go Down" shortly after that. Until then, enjoy the dubcnn exclusive audio of track! DJ's please get this on your playlists, support Warren G's forthcoming album "In The Mid-Nite Hour," due for release on October 11, 2005.

Warren G - Get U Down (Part II) (Feat. Ice Cube, B-Real & Snoop Dogg)

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1127260358 - January 1, 1970 By : The epicenter of the West is back at it again! DubCNN doesn't stop bringing you those worldwide Exclusives!

M.O.B.'s Eastwood has blessed the West once again with his latest freestyle. He's proving himself as more than just a member of the group. You can see that he's been focusing more on his lyrics, with more punclines and wordplay.

"And I Must Confess, I Was The First Nigga With A Row Chain After Tupac's Death!"

He keeps it cocky, yet enjoyable. Peep out the track, "That Was Then This Is Now":

Eastwood - That Was Then This Is Now.

Exclusive! That's only way we do it! Holdin' down L.A., Cali, The West and Hip Hop as a whole!

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1127286978 - January 1, 1970 By : The Doty Boys (pronounced doe tee) consist of Melloe Won and Moe Moe a duo who have, in the past, worked seperately with various crews. As high school friends it was only a matter of time before they opted to join forces to create a new group, The Doty Boys. After rocking crowds in their hometown of Hawthorne, CA the two L.A. natives took their musical talents nationwide on a variety of car show tours such as Hot Import Nights, Import Revolution and Import Showoff. These shows gave Melloe Won and Moe Moe the opportunity to become seasoned performers and create a huge following on the import car scene.

Now the two performers are embarking on conquering the world with their new and refreshing music and it’s only a matter of time before the rest of the world outside the import scene acknowledge that these young men are destined for great things. As ever dubcnn has audio for you to preview, please drop feedback over at the world famous WCC Forums. If you like what you hear then you can order the CD which was released on Masterminds Entertainment, from CD Baby, where you can also hear more audio.

The Doty Boys - L.A.
The Doty Boys - City Rock

Editor's Note: "L.A. has been on constant rotation since i first heard it"

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1127347645 - January 1, 1970 By : As you already know Hurricane Katrina has devastated not only New Orleans, Mobile and Gulfport, it has devastated our great nation! We at DubCNN.com, AD² Inc., RapTalk Media Group, Ignite Films, iamonfiya Productions, World Promotions, Mac Billion Records, Eventworks and the Blue Relief Fund have banded together to assist in the relief effort with a series of concerts taking place nationwide.

These events will raise funds for: housing, food, water, rebuilding the cities in need and most important jobs and stability. We urge you to please support our benefit concerts we are setting up venues all around the country. This will help to generate capital that can be distributed directly to the victims. We are presently working with several non-profit organizations such as: The Blue Relief Fund, Red Cross, Salvation Army, Urban League, PAL and many churches across the nation.

We will throw benefit concerts in different cities and distribute resources to the appropriate non-profit per city (all non-profits are thoroughly screened before selected). Our plan is a simple one all we need is support from any non-profit that is willing to help.
We will allow the non-profit to receive their proceeds directly after the event. A representative from the non-profit will be present when the event is over and they will receive their proceeds directly from the venue. This will insure that the non-profit organizations get the funding immediately so it can be disbursed properly.

We will basically charge a ticket fee for each concert, 70% will be donated to the victims and 30% will be used to compensate the organizations involved that are not non-profit. We have to pay all of their workers who work with us on these benefits per city. We will also collect other resources such as food and water etc. I hope that you see the vision here, people are in great need! This is a tragedy that can get worse if we don’t address it immediately. Please contact us if you'd like to donate ASAP.

Elliot: SGV@dubcnn.com
Prince Domonique: princedomonique1@aol.com

Venues/Dates are as follows:

Club Underground on Thursday October 20, 2005.

802-806 East Whiting Street, Tampa, Florida 33602
Phone: (813)-221-2582 / Fax: (813)-228-6217

Cowboys Dancehall on Sunday November 13 and Tuesday November 15, 2005.

NE Loop 410 @ I-35, San Antonio, TX 78218
Phone: (210) 646-9378
Capacity: 6,000

Great Western Forum TBA

3900 West Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood, CA 90301
Phone: 310-419-3100
Capacity: 40,000

Tropicana Field TBA

One Tropicana Drive, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Capacity: 45,000

Toronto Skydome TBA

One Blue Jays Way Suite 3200, Toronto, Ontario M5V 1J1
Capacity: 50,000

Please contact us if you'd like to donate ASAP.

Elliot: SGV@dubcnn.com
Prince Domonique: princedomonique1@aol.com

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1127413998 - January 1, 1970 By : Born and bred in the Southern Cali streets of the San Fernando Valley, 23 year old Chicano lyricist Hectic Loke is invading the game with his sneaky word play and creative lyrics that paint pictures of real life. Having grown up in a dysfunctional family, the oldest of five, with no fatherly advice, Hectic was forced to grow up fast. Conditioned by the ghetto streets of the 818, Hectic tells it how it is composing that feel good West Coast Music, along with that war music of the battlefield. Free styling with his homies since 13 and officially grinding for the last 3 years with his independent label Valley Concept, this hungry MC is bound to leave a permanent scar on the industry.

We have four songs for you to preview off his Ghetto Harmonies Mixtape.

"No Gimmicks, Real Life, Real Lyrics, I Put My Whole Heart In This"

On "Real Life" Hectic opens up and tells the story of his teenagehood over dark-melodic keys.

Hectic - Real Life

"Ghetto Days" finds Hectic and crew reminiscing about coming up in the hood, wylin' out doin' dirt and what have you.

Hectic - Ghetto Days

Hectic brings another few emcees on board on the title track from their Ghetto Harmonies Mixtape.

"We Got It On And Crackin', Putting In All We Got Into This Rappin'"

Hectic - Ghetto Harmonies

"Cadillac Pimpin'" by the Atlanta based group YoungBloodz is the backdrop for what Hectic dubs "Into It."

Hectic - Into It

Peep ValleyConcept.com

Enjoy!

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1127416916 - January 1, 1970 By : Shade Sheist has asked dubcnn to let you know that Put Yourself Out's "Movin' Unit's Tour" will be stopping through Fresno, CA tomorrow night. The details are outlined below, if you can hit up the club and support Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E., Eddie Kane Jr and the rest of the PYO family! Tell them dubcnn sent you and im sure they'll show you extra love!



September, 23 2005 at Soul Brothers Motorcycle Club
1045 F Street, Fresno, CA 93706
B95 Presents: PYO Entertainment: Movin Units Tour / Coach Mixtape Release Party

For more Put Yourself Out information hit up the brand new DJ Quik - My Space Page. Thanks again to Shade Sheist for hitting up dubcnn.

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1127500366 - January 1, 1970 By : Over the past ten years Head-Roc has been regarded as the best that D.C. Hip Hop has to offer. Dubbed "The Mayor" of the D.C. Hip Hop Community, Head-Roc has come to embody the talented and all too ofter over looked scene. He released his solo debut, The Return Of Black Broadway, in 2004 to critical acclaim and top spots on College radio stations. The buzz was enough for Heady to tour Europe and the West Coast. His movement translated into a Hip Hop Album of the Year Award from the Washington Area Music Association in 2005.

Now he's pushing his sophomore release, Negrophobia. Heady holla'd at DubCNN to put it for him for a few days. Here's what he had to say about the album:

"Expect a reminder of "great history" of our nation that we live in. A reminder of how supremacy treats those who are inferior. All that wrapped in some great fuckin music!"

When asked what his favorite song from album was and what we can expect in the future: "I like "Bernard Hopkins" the most, it's the most unique song on the album. [As for the future] I'm on the grind, looking to find funding to distribute this album. AND still trying to get around the world again!"

If you're in the D.C. area head out to the Washington Monument on September 24th. Heady and Bay Area group The Coup will be performing Operation Cease Fire along with a host of Punk, Country, Soul and Latin groups. The official site for the event stats: "this event will be a centerpiece of what is expected to be 4 days of enormous protests in nation's capital in support of a full withdrawal of U.S. forces from the quagmire in Iraq."

Back to the album! Below is the tracklisting with 2 songs for you to preview. They're Radio edits, get the explicit versions when you download the whole album.

Tracklist:

01. "Glory" Intro
02. Chris Columbus
03. Bob Marley
04. Bernard Hopkins
05. Free Palestine
06. Black Babies Cry
07. Middle Passage
08. Police Origins
09. Tarzan
10. Speak To Us Do
11. Lord God In Heaven (Revisited)

If you dug those 2 tracks, then download the album. Even if you didn't like the songs, check the album anyway!

Head-Roc - Negrophobia Full Album Download

Enjoy!

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1127511376 - January 1, 1970 By : Half on a Baby is the new installment from DJ Fingaz aka Fing Kong. This CD is packed with your favorite classic slow jams & RnB, along with a few new tracks as well. This CD is a sure hit with the ladies.

“I wanted to step out the box for a second and do something different” says Fingaz, "I was getting tired of all the hard shit and needed a break and this was it."

Half on a Baby is really smoothed out and features your favorite old and new RnB artist like R.Kelly, Teddy Pendergrass, Jodeci, Maxwell, Luther Vandross, Usher and more!

So fellas! If you're looking to set the mood for you and your lady of the night, take that shit out you're bumpin'and throw this in!

Tracklisting:

1.R Kelly Intro
2.Teddy Pendergrass “Turn off the Lights”
3.H-Town “Knockin da Boots”
4.R. Kelly “Bump n Grind” Remix
5.Bel Biv Devo “smile again”
6.Ojays “cry together”
7.Usher “Lovers & Friends”
8.Maxwell “Fortunate”
9.Anthony Hamilton “Charlene”
10.Anant “Read your Mind”
11.Rome “Rome”
12.R. Kelly “Half on a Baby”
13.Luther Vandross “Only for one night”
14.Bow Wow/Omarion “Let me hold you down”
15.Ready for the World “Let me love you down”
16.Jagged Edge “Walked outta Heaven”
17.Silk “Freak Me”
18.Jodeci “Come and talk to Me”
19.Isley Brothers “Make me say it again Girl”
20.Case “Touch me Tease Me”
21.Jodeci “Freekin You” Remix
22.Blackstreet “Before I let Go”
23.Keith Sweat “Give all my love to You”
24.702 “Get it Together”
25.Jhon Legend “Ordinary People”
26.DJ FINGAZ.com Outro

Also coming next month DJ FINGAZ presents Certified Records the Collection a retail CD of 18 tracks of hip hop heat released from DJ FINGAZ Certified Imprint from 1998 till 2005. Including unreleased tracks from Bizarre (D12), Main Flow, Obie Trice and even a crazy track from a surprise artist Ebonics (think King of Slanguage). And it don’t stop!

Also coming in October is Guns-N-Roses 4 this is sure to be the best in the series so far, it will feature never heard tracks from Method Man, B real, Coolwadda, Yukmouth, Al Gator, Redman, Bizarre, E-40 and Many more! October looks to be a busy month for FINGAZ on the road as well, you can catch him DJ’ing in London England Oct. 7th 8th 9th, and Barcelona Spain Oct.14th & 15th for more details check out DJFingaz.com and checkout the new fabricali 06 line and new designs at Fabricali.com and pick up the Fabricali mixtape hosted by Yukmouth at your favorite mixtape spot!!

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1127761638 - January 1, 1970 By : South East Sound Diego's and Angeles Records' newest addition, Mitchy Slick is out grinding hard in the streets.

He's still readying his Urban Survival Syndrome for release very soon. But, in the mean time, you can be sure to see Mitch along with his DJ Dow Jones in a hood near you doing a show.

Check Mitch on the new Dow Jones Play Your Position Vol. 4: Supa Size Ur Hustle. He's on the Hi-Tek produced "Bring It Along" with Yukmouth, Kenny Kingpen and C-Bo... I guess red and blue really does make green.

Check out "Too Triv":

Mitchy Slick - Too Triv

DJs put this in your Club, Mixtape or Radio Mixes. The unedited version will be available in 2 days.

Check back with us for some new Mitchy real soon!

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1127838611 - January 1, 1970 By : As we have been reporting for months Mack 10 is back with his latest album, "Hustla's Handbook." The album is out today, September 27th 2005 so make sure you call past your local store to grab a copy or if you cant do that place an order online by clicking here.

Below as a reminder is the albums tracklist, the first single and links to the video which features Nate Dogg. If you haven't already check out the interview we conducted with Mack 10 earlier this month by clicking here.


Mack 10 - "Like This" (Featuring Nate Dogg) Video

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01) Like This (Featuring Nate Dogg)
02) Da Bizness
03) Pop Feat. Red Café & Wanted (Skoop Delena & Young Soprano)
04) Dome Shot Feat. Young Soprano
05) Don’t Hate Me Feat. Wanted (Skoop Delena & Young Soprano)
06) The Testimony Feat. Young Soprano & Pastor Steven Hamilton
07) Step Yo Game Up Feat. B-Real & DJ
08) So Gangsta Feat. Butch Cassidy
09) I’m A Star Feat. Ruka Puff & Bigga Brown
10) My Chucks
11) Keep It Hood Feat. Bre Perry
12) Cognac & Doja Feat. Butch Cassidy & Young Soprano
13) By The Bar Feat. Kanary Diamond & Wanted (Skoop Delena & Young Soprano)
14) Mack Sinatra (Skit)
15) Livin’ Just To Ball

Don't forget to order the new album by clicking here.

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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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1128062823 - January 1, 1970 By : Earlier this month we introduced you to The Doty Boys (pronounced doe tee) the group which consists of Melloe Won and Moe Moe. The duo who have, over the years, worked seperately with various crews are school friends who have decided that joining forces, combining their skills was the way to go forward. The Doty Boys have rocked crowds in their hometown of Hawthorne, CA, taken their talents nationwide on a variety of car show tours such as Hot Import Nights, Import Revolution and Import Showoff and have had the chance to hone their performance.

We dropped two audio tracks from the their latest release in the last update which i have re-included with this one, this time we are back with incredible news and yet more hot audio.

Melloe Won is out grinding with his solo mixtape "The Next On The West," his buzz has clearly reached the ears that count and as a result is negotiating a deal with a major label, one of which is Dr. Dre's Aftermath Record imprint. On the new mixtape, "The Next On The West," Dr. Dre has signed off a beat for Melloe Won which features a verse from him, Snoop Dogg & Nate Dogg, if that isn't big i dont know what is! Now many of you will have heard the Dr. Dre verse but the beat and other verses are funky fresh! The track, "There They Go," will be hitting radio stations soon but Melloe Won hit up dubcnn with the exclusive!

If you want to support Melloe Won and pick up a mixtape then if you head over to CD Baby, purchase the album and hit me up with Proof of Purchase and Melloe Won will personally send out a copy of the mixtape to you! This is major people, yet another artist that dubcnn is promoting is making waves and pushing for that break, lets continue and support the westcoast by checking out the audio below and purchasing the album to get the mixtape! Please drop feedback over at the world famous
WCC Forums and hit me up if you buy the album to get a mixtape sent out! Enjoy the audio below and click the mixtape cover above to see the full version!

Tracks From Previous Update
The Doty Boys - L.A.
The Doty Boys - City Rock

New Music (Off "The Doty Boys")
The Doty Boys - We Are...
The Doty Boys - We Here Now

New Music (Off "The Next On The West,")
Melloe Won - There They Go (Feat. Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg & Nate Dogg) (Prod. Dr. Dre)
Melloe Won - DJ Escobar
Melloe Won - Air Force Ones

As ever we will keep you posted with audio and news as we get it on the label situation!

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1128087005 - January 1, 1970 By : As some of you will already know DJ Unemploid is now known as DJ Johnny Blaze and to mark this he has released a new mixtape aptly titled, "Exit Unemploid Enter Johnny Blaze." The cover for the mixtape you can see to the left and the tracklist is shown below. DJ Johnny Blaze hit up dubcnn this week and asked us to spread the word and promote the mix he has done, having had it on repeat for hours now we are letting you all download it - free! It is an mp3 file which is over 75 minutes long! Enjoy the mixtape and drop feedback over at the world famous WCC Forums

01) Federation - Ride Til The Wheels Fall Off (Feat. Daz Dillinger)
02) Damizza - My Life (Feat. Mariah Carey)
03) Federation - Ghetto Love Song
04) The Team - Keep It G.A.N.G.S.T.A
05) Keak Da Sneak - Something Serious
06) Likwit Junkies - Changes
07) Keyshia Cole - Situations
08) The Game - Start From Scratch
09) Xzibit - LAX
10) T.I. - My Life (Feat. Daz Dillinger)
11) Luniz - Playa Hata
12) Jodeci - Get On Up
13) Kurupt - Ask Yourself A Question
14) Baby Bash - That's My Lady (Money) (Feat. Nate Dogg)
15) The Frontline - That Ain't You
16) Rodney Jerkins - Ride Wit' Me (Feat. Michael Jackson)
17) Warren G - This DJ
18) Suga Free - Tip Toe (Reprise)
19) Daz Dillinger - Rocc Wit Daz
20) DJ Quik - Quikinstrumental (Feat. Jodeci)
21) Tha Twinz - P.I.M.P.
22) Roscoe - Get Ready (Feat. Kokane)
23) Notorious B.I.G. - Goin Back To Cali
24) Hi-C - Let Me In (Feat. DJ Quik)
25) Zapp & Roger - Mo Bounce
26) One Way - Cutie Pie

DJ Johnny Blaze - Exit Unemploid Enter Johnny Blaze (Mixtape)

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1128159346 - January 1, 1970 By : There is indeed. Today i received a welcome email from an artist we have been supporting for months whose picture is shown on the left, Flixx. I know you will remember him from back in July when we let you hear some of his music off his forthcoming debut album, Politics & Pimpin'". The cut Tha Dubb produced by J. Wells caused some major ripples and got people anticipating his debut record.

Flixx contacted dubcnn today to once again thank us for the support and to let us know the record is due to drop on October 22nd. He has been out on the road working hard with a variety of artists and wanted to drop some audio from a new artist in Alabama he met while out there.

Tyme Bomb from Montgomery, Alabama is only 18 however is already creating quite a stir with his single, "Get Wit Me" produced by Best Paul. The club oriented track is getting spins all over and as usual dubcnn is aiming to help promote him further, check out the track below and drop feedback over at the world famous WCC Forums. Look for collaborations from Tyme Bomb & Flixx in the near future and as usual dubcnn will keep you up with the exclusives! Shouts to Flixx, keep up the hard work!

Tyme Bomb - Get Wit Me (Produced By Best Paul)

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1128350323 - January 1, 1970 By : You all know Dubcnn.com as your premiere source for emerging and up and coming talents in the Hip-Hop world, and I know you're gonna like this one! I wanna introduce you all to Clinton Wayne.

Clinton Wayne has been puttin it down for the West Coast since a young age. Blessed with a unique style and voice, this Barstow, Ca native has built a underground fanbase from Queens, NY to Jacksonville, Fl. Lately he has been mentored and molded in the game by Ha-Ha Loco of the Pomona City Ryderz and Kokane. With their knowledge and production by up and coming producer F-major (www.soundclick.com/fmproductions), Clinton Wayne is well on his way to restoring the West Coast. Already attracting interest from a few labels, and catching the attention from other artist from his performance at B.B. Kings in Hollywood, its only going to get better for him, the desert, and the West. For any contacts hit him up at dashamman@hotmail.com.

I have several preview tracks from the man for ya'll to listen to. Given his versitality, there should be something appealing to each one of you:

Clinton Wayne - Clintro

Clinton Wayne - Soul Ghetto

Clinton Wayne - Industry Blues

Clinton Wayne - Let's Ride

Clinton Wayne - This This, That That

Clinton Wayne - Still A Nigga

This is just the beginning of Clinton Wayne. After hearing the tracks, I'm sure you agree. Check back with us real soon for some more exclusives! You know how we do!

Nima

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1128367280 - January 1, 1970 By : The Wake Up Show's Sway and King Tech prepare for the next release off their Bolo Entertainment/Bungalo Records label. Chino XL, the East Coast bred, Los Angeles resident, is finally hitting the industry with his LONG awaited album. Even with the industry and personal problems holding him back a little, Chi is ready to put another dent in the industry.

With Fat Joe repping Latino's in the Mainstream Hip-Hop, and artists like Pitbull's popularity growing fast, Chino XL, the original Puerto Rican Superhero, is still fighting for Hip-Hop with his brutal truth through rhyme. In anticipation to his upcoming release, Chino XL recently appeared on the Sway and King Tech produced "Back to Basics" compilation. Chi also headlined the album's multi-city concert tour.

Chino continues to gain the respect and love of his fans and industry colleagues. With his newest and most anticipated project in the making, as well as the backing of his new label, Chino plans to live up to the expectations placed upon him locally and across the world. Check out his November feature in Rime Magazine for more exciting details on his return.

Chino has been out West for a while now, he's worked with the likes of B-Real, Ras Kass and Xzibit. In 1996, along with Xzibit, Chino teamed with the Long Beach duo, Tha Mexakinz. He did two songs on their sophomore release and ever since then, they've been running together. Sinful of Tha Mexakinz has been doing his solo thing, along with working with I-Man on the new Mexakinz album, for a while now. He's been remixing tracks right and left. He recently Remixed Rich Boy and Pitbull's "Get To Popping."

Well, Sinful hit the studio again and rehashed something new on the same beat. With a treacherous trio of Chino XL, Sinful and Pitbull holding down the verses and Sick Jacken of Sick Symphonies on the hook, the song has nothing but potential to be hot.

Check it out:

Chino XL, Sick Jacken, Sinful & Pitbull - Latinos Stand Up ("Get To Poppin' Remix")

Enjoy!

SGV

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1128534691 - January 1, 1970 By : Back at ya again! If you tuned in last night, TK and M.Breezy of Larceny Ent. are now broadcasting on your Podcast network (iTunes, iPod). You know how DubCNN does, just in case you missed it, we got that for you exclusively here. TK blessed us with it and now we're blessing you.

The Larceny boys are readying Young Hootie's latest Mixtape, Prince Of The Bity, but still find time to get in the studio and knock out these Radio shows for ya'll. It's a 50 minute show and you can hear Mr. Town, Balance, Lil E, Mitchy Slick as well as the new group Eastside 2 Westside, which is Young Hootie and El Dorado Red. Expect a lot of Material from them very soon. That's another real exclusive there!

Contact TK and Breezy at LarcenyEnt@yahoo.com for info on their show.

Here's a tracklist of what you can hear on the Show:

Grand Larceny Intro
Gunz Up - Young Hootie
Solider Till The End - El Dorado Red
Where I'm From - Eastside 2 Westside (Young Hootie & El Dorado Red)
Dedicated - Eastside 2 Westside (Young Hootie & El Dorado Red)
2 Hunned - G.Malone
Introduction - J Boy
I'm Cool - Mr Town
Team Shit - The Team
Palm Trees and Gees - Balance
Gangsta Shit - Lil E
Salty - Tha Relativez
Who we R - Black TK
New West - Mitchy Slick

Headover to WestCoast2K.net and download "On Bloodz" by El Dorado Red, Young Hootie, Hooda John and Big Wy. They brought it to you exclusively, earlier this week and now we bring you the Radio show for your downloading pleasure. Remember where you got all this first! We don't have to brag to feel better about ourselves. Our Exclusives do it for us. Shouts to TK!

TK & M.Breezy (Larceny Ent) - Grand Larceny Podcast Mixshow

Don't forget to check out the Young Hootie interview at KingzRecords in West Covina.

Young Hootie Interview

One more time, download the Grand Larceny Podcast Mixshow:

TK & M.Breezy (Larceny Ent) - Grand Larceny Podcast Mixshow

SGV

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1128727344 - January 1, 1970 By : I sat down with Avant to talk about his new album "Director", him building a house in Cleveland for the Hurricane Katrina Victims, he told us about his love for the Westcoast, working with Snoop, he also told us why Bone Thugs are the most talented group he ever worked with, he went on to speak about his childhood, the times he was with Magic Johnsons record label, the fact that he wants a westcoast artist on the remix of his new single and so much more.

<==Click Here==> for our exclusive interview with Avant!

We do it big and keep shit global while others stay local!

Yash

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1129023580 - January 1, 1970 By : As some of you may know a year or so ago a DVD copy of this concert surfaced under the name Untouchable - A West Coast Dynasty In Concert in Japan.

Death Row have just officially released this in far superior quality and at an amazingly low price.

As i'm lucky enough to own both DVDs I've done a full comparison of both DVDs here on our official forum.

The post includes

- Full set list for both dvd's with differences highlighted.

- Details of Daz's changed lyrics to Me In Your World dissing Dr Dre. On stage they say song is intended for the Dogg Pound album West Coast Aftershock. Obviously it never made it, but did end up on Death Row's Greatest Hits.



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1129232857 - January 1, 1970 By : South Central Native and a founding member of the Regime, Kenny Kingpin, whom you may know as Poppa LQ is back in the game. He's still Regime, but he's doing his Solo thing, again, as well. After a few legal issues, Kenny Kingpin is ready to prove to the world that he's "Bigger Than That."

We had a chance to link up with him not too long ago. We spoke about his new projects, including his Mixtape with Dow Jones, Play Your Position Vol. 4: Supa Size Your Hustle. Kenny Kingpin explains how he got the moniker, he tells us how he met Bosko, who he's feeling right now, how the death of King Lou (R.I.P.) affected him, coming up around Battlecat, CJ Mac, Caz and other South Central emcees, on top of many other topics.

This is over 25 minutes of nothing but real game straight from Kenny Kingpin's mouthpiece. Check it out:

Kenny Kingpin Video Interview

SGV

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1129277334 - January 1, 1970 By : We here at dubcnn are constantly striving to work out the best deals and offers for our visitors and as a result we have teamed up with Skin-Graft to offer you Limited Edition T-shirts delivered to you anywhere in the world!

Yes Limited Edition T-shirts delivered anywhere in the world for only £10 (10GB Pounds). The shirts you see on the website are Skin-Graft's summer collection, they are currently very busy in surgery grafting their new range and giving their website a facelift. Skin-Graft keep prices seriously low, while still making high-quality t-shirts, all the shirts you see on the website are one price £10 (10GB Pounds) including delivery no matter where you are they guarantee that they will deliver to your door for this price. Skin-Graft ask that you allow 14 days for delivery. All shirts are sent from Thailand by air, recorded delivery. These are fantastic Limited Edition T-shirts made in Bangkok in a sweatshop-free environment, at a fantastic price, if that isn't enough Skin-Graft will donate 50 pence of every T-shirt sold to the Red Cross Tsunami fund. So from now on if you want a T-Shirt, make sure its a Skin-Graft.

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1129577712 - January 1, 1970 By : We have a problem... Compton?

Problem's new mixtape The Round 2 Knockout Punch features G-Malone of BlackWall Street, Bishop Lamont, Mykstro, HoodaJohn of Compton, Crooked I, DaeOne, Producer Divers and Terrance Martin.

Problem is pleased with the project and says he "can't wait to let his fans know his album is coming soon." His Derang Ent has a few MAJOR DEAL offers on the table from Sony, Interscope and Virgin.

"It's only a matter of time before I get my spotlight on. I believe in my team and they believe in me. We are blessed over man!"

For a bigger size of the front cover and the back cover (which has the tracklisting) check out below.

Front Cover
Back Cover (With Tracklisting)

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1129581265 - January 1, 1970 By : L.A.'s Mixtape King, DJ Warrior did it again! He hit us with 4 Mixtapes last month (2 Of which are up for free download here, the other 2 are at Raptalk.net). This month he's dropping 2 monster Mixtapes. One is the Long awaited West Coast Mixtape Kings series.

Teaming up with his partner in crime DJ Strong and enlisting West Coast legends Julio G and Kam to host this Mixtape, which is loaded with nothing but exclusives and world premieres, by the way. It features almost All West Coast Legends and Up and Comers such as: Self Scientific, Mitchy Slick, The Game, Snoop, Ras Kass, Kam, Daz, Kurupt, Tray Deee (from Jail!!), Crooked I, Suga Free, Spider Loc, E-40, Too Short, Ya Boy, Keak Da Sneak, Balance, and many more!!!

Yes, you read correctly, Mr. Eastside Long Beach is on this, Tray Deee. And it's not some pre-recorded shit either. Warrior and Strong got Tray Deee on the phone, one for an interview, two for a song with Baby C Style. Others have bullshitted the fans about getting Tray Deee on the phone for an interview, Warrior and Strong just make shit happen!!

Intro was done by none another than The King Of Mixtapes himself, Justo, just before he passed away (R.I.P.). On top of that it's dedicated to Justo, Mixtape Awards Founder; DJ Threat (R.I.P.), DJ Screw (R.I.P.), DJ Mixmaster Spade and other falled DJ's that are not around anymore. Their Legacy is here forever.

Not only are the freestyles and songs exclusive and/or world premiere's, there's Exclusive productions from DJ Warrior's producer J.Classic. Also, Battle Cat, Da Riffs, J.Wells and other top producers in the game. With artists from San Deigo to The Bay "This is a West Coast Thing." A must have classic mixtape cd provided by the Cali Uuntouchable DJ's DJ Warrior & DJ Strong.

Here's the tracklisting with a bunch of Snippets courtesy of RapTalk.net and Cali Untouchable's. Also he's a larger version of the Cover

01. DJ Warrior & DJ Strong – HipHopWest.com Intro
02. Justo Fasion (R.I.P.) – Interlude (Mixtapes #1 Fan)
03. Ras Kass – International Shit *Prod. By J Classic
04. The Game & Sun Smoke – Never *World Premiere
05. Mark Spitz feat. Mike Jones & Paul Wall – LBC 2 Houston
06. Julio G (KDAY 93.5) – Speaks pt.1
07. Ras Kass – Exclusive Freestyle *World Premiere
08. Ras Kass & Bad Azz – Welcome Back Home *World Premiere
09. Planet Asia – Cali Untouchable *Exclusive *Prod. by Da Riffs
10. Kurupt – DPG’D UP *Exclusive *Prod. By J Wells
11. Snoop Dogg – Unreleased Joint *Exclusive*
12. Kam - Speaks pt.1
13. Kam – Exclusive DJ Warrior Freestyle *World Premiere *Prod. by Da Riffs
14. X1, Suga Free, Too Short, E-40 –I Want You *World Premiere
15. Julio G (KDAY 93.5) – Speaks pt.2
16. Bishop Lamont (Aftermath) – Exclusive Freestyle *World Premiere *Prod. By Da Riffs
17. Boretta, Daz & Crooked I – Exclusive Freestyle *World Premiere
18. Jayo Felony – West Coast Mixtape Kings *World Premiere *Prod. By Da Riffs*
19. Kam – Speaks pt.2
20. Spider Loc (G-Unit) – Exclusive DJ Warrior Freestyle *World Premiere* *Prod. By Da Riffs*
21. Crooked I – Exclusive DJ Warrior Freestyle *World Premiere *Prod By Da Riffs*
22. Balance feat. Keek Da Sneak – What Up Remix (New Shit)
23. Quiz & Glasses Malone (Blackwalll Street) – It’s Nothing *World Premiere
24. Prime & Daz – Do You Want To *World Premiere
25. Mitch Slick , Tiny Doo, Damu – Drug Flipin *World Premiere
26. Remo Da Rap Star – Exclusive DJ Warrior Freestyle *World Premiere
27. Scipio – Exclusive DJ Warrior Freestyle *World Premiere *Prod. By Battlecat
28. Self Scientific – Chace’s Theme *World Premiere *Prod by DJ Khalil
29. Stacks & The Game – Sitting’ In My Six Foe *New Shit*
30. Young Hootie – Exclusive DJ Warrior Freestyle *World Premiere *Prod. by J Classic/The Warriorz*
31. Tray Deee (Eastsidaz) – Exclusive Phone Interview Live From The L.A. County Jail
32. Baby C Style & Tray Deee (Spittin Live On The Phone Fom The Jail House) – Gangsta Shit *Exclusive*
33. Blunts LLA – Exclusive DJ Warrior Freestyle *World Premiere*
34. Julio G (KDAY 93.5) – Speaks pt.3
35. Kartoon (Ruff Ryders West) – Exclusive DJ Warrior Freestyle *World Premiere *Prod. By J Classic/The Warriorz*
36. Ricashay & YA Boy - You Don’t Want it Wit Us *Exclusive*
37. Lil’ Tony – Exclusive DJ Strong Freestyle *World Premiere*
38. Lil’ Bam – Negro League Freestyle *Exclusive*
39. Blaze, Layzie Bone – Anything You Want *Prod. By Dr. Dre*
40. Bullet feat. Petey Pablo – Throw Your Sets Up *Exclusive*
41. Julio G & Kam – Outro
42. Jihad – Crunk In Da Club *prod. By J Classic/Tha Warriorz
43. Bambino & Young Showcase – Los Angeles (World Premiere)
44. DJ Warrior & DJ Strong – HipHopWest.com Outro

Get your copy now at HipHopWest.com

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1129582775 - January 1, 1970 By : I told you about one, now it's time for another one!!! 6 Mixtapes in 2 months and Warrior has no plans of stopping!

After getting the whole damn West on one Mixtape Warrior hopped on the 10 East and headed for Port Arthur, Texas. He was able to link up with the South's hottest emcee right now, Bun B of the legendary duo U.G.K.. Together they created Cali Untouchable Radio Pt. 7: SouthWest Trill Edition.

With production from DJ Warrior's producer J Classic/Tha warriorz Bun Beeta laced up 3 Exclusive (and CRAZY) joints. And since DubCNN is the only real force on the West Coast, we were in the House when Bun was recording and brought back a couple of photos. DJ Warrior teams the Long Beach fire spitter Sinful, who laid a crazy verse in Spanish, and L.A.'s own Chace Infinite on the hook and a verse. There's a rumor that the "Southwest Trill" track on this mixtape/cd might be a joint off of Warrior's upcoming debut album on Angeles/Fontana/Univerlsal, which might dropped sometime in 2006 or early 2007.

Here's a couple pictures from the Studio set at DJ Khalil's studio in L.A.:

Sinful & DJ Warrior
Bun B & DJ Warrior

You won't these flicks anywhere else! The Paparazzi websites will be mad, but fuck it! They're always mad! DubCNN Exclusive!!

This is a South West Connect thing, and as Warrior puts it, "I never wanted to be local, I get my name out at as many places I can. Life is too short to me to be local. I don't make music or make mixtapes just for one city, I have a fan base everywhere. At the end of the day it's all about the music, I don't care where you're from, can't stay in the box, that's for ignorant folks. Anyway enjoy the mixtape and get the Bun B's new album, Trill."

Wise words from Warrior. Speaking the real! The haters need to realize it's bigger than just Cali, there's fans of Hip Hop everywhere. To shut them out, is shutting yourself out, and that's just dumb business!!!

DJ Warrior and Bun B teamed up for this mixtape which turned out to be a classic Cali Untouchable Radio mix featuring new music exlusively found on this cd and no where else from Bun B. As well as all the classic hot cuts from today and back in the day, from Bun B and U.G.K. Officially stamped and hosted by Bun B of UGK/Rap-a-lot.

And, do not forget: Free Pimp C!!!!!!

Here's the tracklisting with a bunch of Snippets courtesy of RapTalk.net and Cali Untouchable's. Also he's a larger version of the Cover

01. Bun B & DJ Warrior - HipHopWest.com Trill Intro
02. DJ Warrior feat. Bun B - Tex to Cali *Exclusive *Prod. by J Classic/Tha Warriorz
03. Dj Warrior feat. Bun B, Chace Infinite, Sinful - Southwest Trill *Exclusive *Prod. by J Classic/Tha Warriorz
04. Bun B - Interlude pt. 1
05. Bun B - Goin' Down In Cali *World premiere*
06. Bun B - Interlude pt. 2
07. Bun B - Drapped Up
08. Mike Jones, Paul Wall & Bun B - U Know I'm Sayin
09. T.I. & Bun B - Bezzle
10. Ludacris & UGK - Stick 'Em Up
11. Bun B - Interlude pt. 3
12. Young Jeezy & Bun B - Trap or Die (Warrior mix)
13. E-40, Petey Pablo, EightBall, Bun B, Lil Jon - Rep Yo City
14. Lil' Boosie , Lil' Webbie & Bun B - Hold Up
15. Bun B - Interlude pt. 4
16. Ying Yang Twinz & Bun B - 23'R Locked Down
17. Paul Wall, BG, Bun B - Trill
18. Bun B & Pastor Troy - Kodak Moment *Rmx*
19. Bun B - Interlude pt. 5
20. Jim Jones, T.I., Bun B - End Of The Road
21. Magic, Bun B, Mike Jones - 24's
22. Bun B - Speaks on Cali Untouchable Radio
23. Ray Cash, T.I. & Bun B - P.A.N.
24. Beanie Sigel & Bun B - Purple Rain
25. Bun B - In My Cadillac
26. Bun B - Interlude pt. 6
Classic UGK Quick Mix (Warrior Style)
27. UGK (Bun B & Pimp C) - Murder
28. UGK (Bun B & Pimp C) - Like a Pimp
29. UGK (Bun B & Pimp C) - Pop The Trunk
30. UGK (Bun B & Pimp C) - Pocket Full Of Stone (OG Mix)
31. UGK (Bun B & Pimp C) - Pocket Full Of Stone (RMX)
32. UGK (Bun B & Pimp C) - Front Back Side To Side
33. UGK (Bun B & Pimp C) - Look At Me
34. UGK (Bun B & Pimp C) - The Corruptors Execution
35. UGK (Bun B & Pimp C) - Let Me See
36. UGK (Bun B & Pimp C) - Underground
37. Bun B, DJ Warrior & HipHopWest.com - Outro

Get your copy now at HipHopWest.com

Free Pimp C!!!!!!

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1129660128 - January 1, 1970 By : This fall Los Angeles’ crowned hip hop duo Bleu Collar has released the Los Angeles Designer Music, Vol.1 mix tape for the unbeatable price of “Free-Ninety Nine.” Every first Friday of the month Bleu Collar packs the Little Temple (4519 Santa Monica Bl. in Silverlake) beyond capacity and gives a performance worth twenty times the 99-cents you pay at the door. Beginning Sunday, October 23rd Bleu Collar will have a second residency at the notable Temple Bar (1026 Wilshire Bl. @11th Street in Santa Monica).

Basik and Reese One are Bleu Collar, a Los Angeles duo with a classic sound unparalleled by any other hip-hop act. Compared to groups such as Outkast and UGK for their chemistry and contrasting rhyme styles, Bleu Collar runs a fine line between gritty underground lyricists and the mainstream circuit. "We’re not gangstas, but we aren’t backpackers, either," Basik says. "Bleu Collar represents what we believe is the majority of the world, the common man, but with our creative flare." Basik says, "Everyone raps and everyone puts out their own CD’s these days but, everyone can’t rock a show and have the line down the block like Bleu Collar!"

"Residencies are usually reserved for rock bands," Reese One says proudly. "Underground promoters wouldn’t book us because we’re not underground enough and big time promoters won’t book us because we’re too far under their radar, so we created our own scene."

For all inquiries check out BlueCollar.com and make sure you download their free mixtape;

Bleu Collar - Los Angeles Designer Music (Mixtape)

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1129675213 - January 1, 1970 By : Another day another Exclusive Interview from DUBCNN! This time we sat down with rising star Ebony Eyez who is the first female MC from St Louis coming out on a majour label! She was introduced on J Kwon's successful "Hood Hop" album and dropped her hot debut album October 4th titled "7 Day Cycle". She told Dubcnn who her influences were growing up in St. Louis, working with Track Boys, 112, J Kwon and appearing in Ice Cube's XXX 2 soundtrack, She also told us about how the name of the first single came about, named "In Ya Face" and much more.

Click here to checkout the interview!

Yash

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1130005851 - January 1, 1970 By : I've been pumping up Spoony Loc for a while now, those who ain't up on this cat yet, don't sleep on this update! I have three brand new heaters for ya'll, courtesy of my boy Deesta. Spoony has been busy working on his solo album "Hood Music" which is close to completion now, but he wanted me to drop some more of that mixtape heat on ya'll to bump while waiting for the album.

Download the tracks below, don't sleep on the "Intro" neither, it's a banger!

Spoony Loc - Intro

Spoony Loc - Sorry

Spoony Loc - Phony

Enjoy, and stay tuned for the latest on Spoony Loc right here!

Nima

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1130105846 - January 1, 1970 By : Former Death Row Records recording artist SKG has finally released the "What's Really Hood?" DVD via her website skgflava.net. For only $13 you can scoop the DVD, a bonus mini soundtrack (feat. Napoleon & Big Chan of Doggy's Angels) and the brand new SKG mixtape "Jackin' 4 Beats" which features Crooked I and Loon of Bad Boy fame, all for just $13!

You can order it and watch the trailer now at skgflava.net. The DVD features appearances from artists such as Fat Joe, Ja Rule, Jadakiss, Ying Yang Twinz, The Neptunes, Styles P, Ice-T, Yukmouth, Bad Azz, Tha Relativez, Goldie Loc, Slim Thug, Paul Wall, Jim Jones, Kurupt and more.



SKG - Jackin' 4 Beats Vol. 1
1. Intro
2. Been Ready 4 Beef feat. Poppa TuTu & Jackie Boy
3. Gold Digger Remix
4. Soldiers Stand Alone feat. Kariminal
5. West Coast Lighters Up Remix (download)
6. The Champ Is Here Remix feat. Crooked I & Loon
7. Smash The Mic feat. Jackie Boy & Poppa Loc
8. Pray For Me
9. Crying Out Tears
10. Outro
11. Bonus Track feat. Caz



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1130197972 - January 1, 1970 By : I wanna introduce two artists to ya'll, that the Hip-Hop crowd might not be familiar with. I'm talking about Ms. Triniti, a Carribean Dancehall artist, and E-Dee, originally from Jamaica, living in Los Angeles for the last 4 years. They've been creating a large buzz in the Reggae/Dancehall scene, specially in Japan, where Ms. Triniti has been having alot of success.

Ms. Triniti has her album "Ragga Hop" in stores now, I have three preview tracks from the album for ya'll, one of them featuring Kojo, from The System, who I updated ya'll on a while ago. For more information on Triniti, and to order "Ragga Hop" online, check out her website mstriniti.com.

Ms. Triniti - Fa Da Love Of Da Dancehall
Ms. Triniti - Hot Again (ft. E-Dee & Junior P)
Ms. Triniti - Dangerous (ft. Kojo & E-Dee)



Now on to E-Dee. He moved to L.A. from Jamaica 4 years ago and has since been building a loyal underground following. He has performed on every major reggae festival to come to California. The list of aritsts he’s opened for reads like a who’s who list in Dancehall-Reggae music like Beanie Man, Sean Paul, Elephant Man, Lady Saw, Bouty Killer. He is featured on three songs on Ms. Triniti’s EMI-Toshiba’s top selling release that is still climbing the charts.

He is currently finishing up his album "JA 2 LA Di World". The single “R U Ready?” is in rotation at many radio stations. Again, I have three tracks for ya'll to check out. The song "Between The Sheets" uses the same sample as Biggie's "Big Poppa", they flipped it Reggae style, it's off the hook! Check out the music below:

E-Dee - R U Ready?
E-dee & Jahzmyne - Between The Sheets
E-Dee - Enemies

For more information on E-dee, hit up his official website e-deeonline.com.

Nima

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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.

SGV

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1130282272 - January 1, 1970 By : It's time for a Change and Chace Infinite and DJ Khalil aka Self Scientific are here to give it to us! The Los Angeles duo released their new album Change on their joint venture with the legendary DJ Muggs, Angeles Records. The label boasts an amazing line up consisting on Muggs, Self Scientific, the San Diego vet Mitchy Slick, Wu Tang Swordsman GZA and L.A.'s Mixtape King himself, DJ Warrior. But, let's not get too far off topic here!

I've had the pleasure of hearing Change and I was very satisfied. The album was entirely produced by Khalil with the only features, outside of hooks, being Planet Asia, Bun B and Kombo. Chace and Khalil continue to show their immense chemistry on every track.

If you enjoyed their first album The Self Science, Chace's Mixtape with Muggs Last Assassin, any of Khalil's Productions of Keith Murray, 50 Cent, G-Unit, Xzibit, Tony Yayo albums or the Strong Arm Steady Mixtapes, then you'll have no problem getting into this album.

Now on to the Interview. Smokes, Henz and RJO of RapTalk.net heading down to San Bernardino 2 weeks ago for Live At The Op, a concert with Self Scientific, DJ Muggs and Gza, Twista, Mack 10, B-Real and many more. They linked up with a lot of people while they were out there and, as the site is in the process of being re-launched, conducted an Interview with Chace and Khalil for Dubcnn.

They talk about their new album, how they connected with Muggs, up and coming projects and much more. But, that's not at all, myself and Justin had the pleasure of hitting up their show at the Conga Room this past weekend. We got 15 minutes of the group performing with a live band. They perform a few cuts off the new album, so just in case you're not sure of what Self Scientific has to offer, you can get an idea. Shouts to DJ Rhettmatic who makes a little cameo at the beginning!

Here's The Track Listing:

01. Intro
02. Change
03. Balance - feat. Kombo
04. King Kong - feat. Bun B of UGK
05. Tears
06. When I Die - feat. Planet Asia
07. Weight Of The World
08. 2 Step
09. Live N Breathe
10. Love Bird [Khalil's Theme] - feat. Stefon Harris & Gretchen Parlato
11. Understand Me
12. Futurist
13. What You Need - feat. Jellyroll
14. Chace's Theme
15. Free Will

Here's the Interview and Performance:

Self Scientific Interview & Performance

Here's some drops from the night, that boasted appearances from Talib Kweli, Bosko, Cool Nutz, Krondon, Sick Symphonies and more:

Mitchy Slick Drop
Ras Kass & Jay211 Drop
DJ Strong & DJ Warrior Drop

Here's the Interview and Performance:

Self Scientific Interview & Performance

And it don't stop there! Here's pictures from the night:

Chace Infinite Performing 1, Chace Infinite Performing 2, Chace Infinite Performing 3, Chace Infinite Performing 4, Chace Infinite Performing 5, Chace Infinite Performing 6, Chace Infinite Performing 7, Chace Infinite Performing 8

DJ Khalil Performing 1, DJ Khalil Performing 2, DJ Khalil Performing 3, DJ Khalil Performing 4, DJ Khalil Performing 5

DJ Rhettmatcic, DJ Warrior & DJ Muggs, A Guest, the Lovely Ms. Echo, and a Guest
Javie Lopez & Raw Deal, Los Angeles' Kaos Brought, Krondon, Cool Nutz, Chace Infinite & Bosko, Mitchy Slick

Phil Da Agony, Ras Kass & Chace Infinite 1, Ras Kass & Chace Infinite 2, Raw Deal, DJ Strong, Javie Lopez, Self Scientific, Sinful, Javie Lopez, Raw Deal, The Band 1, The Band 2

Here's the Interview and Performance:

Self Scientific Interview & Performance

That's it for now! But check back later tonight for something else! Cop Change at KingzRecords.com or if you're in L.A. at their retail store in West Covina. Shouts to Henz, Smokes, RJO, RapTalk.net, Chace, Khalil, Muggs, Miranda, DJ Warrior, Echo, Justin and everyone who was apart of this HUGE drop.

In the coming days, RapTalk will be re-launched with more footage from the show, as well as Interviews, so check that out!!

SGV

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1130307083 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back with more! As if the prior update wasn't enough, we got another one for ya! One of Hip Hop's elite Producers DJ Muggs and one of the most well respected emcees in the game, GZA come together and create Grandmasters. This heavily anticipated collaboration was released Today on Angeles Records. On paper alone, it created an astonishing buzz among those in the Hip-Hop world. The New York born, South Gate, California raised, DJ Muggs laid down his distinct dark-gloomy sound as the back drop for the GZA's lyrical tirades.

GZA and Muggs bring together a few of their Wu-Tang and Cypress Hill brethen, respectively, for guest spots on the album. Features include the Abbot himself, RZA, The Chef Raekwon, the underrated Masta Killa, the Mad Dog Sen Dog and Prodigal Sunn.

The first time these two collabed was back in 1997, on the first installment of the Soul Assassins albums. 8 years later, they've finally completed an album together. GZA and RZA team up for a tribute to Ol Dirty Bastard using they namesake of their old group, as a trio, as the name of the song: “All In Together Now.” Other stand out tracks include “General Principles,” “Advance Pawns,” and “Those That's Bout It.”

A little over a week ago, the RapTalk.net staff hit Live At The Op, which saw performances from Sick Symphonies to Twista in San Bernardino. They conducted a string of Interviews, including the Self Scientific interview that was posted earlier. They conduct this Muggs interview for DubCNN, as well. They talk about how he got started in the rap game, how Angeles Records got started, how the Grandmasters album came about and more.

DJ Muggs Interview

Here's The Tracklisting:

01. Opening
02. Those That’s Bout It
03. Destruction of a Guard - feat. Raekwon
04. Exploitation of Mistakes
05. General Principles
06. Advance Pawns - feat. The RZA, Raekwon & Sen Dog
07. Queen’s Gambit
08. All In Together - feat. The RZA
09. Unstoppable Threats - feat. Masta Killa & Prodigal Sunn
10. Unprotected Threats
11. Illusory Protection
12. Smothered Mate

DJ Muggs Interview

Cop Grandmasters at KingzRecords.com or if you're in L.A. at their retail store in West Covina. Shouts to Henz, Smokes, RJO, RapTalk.net, Chace, Khalil, Muggs, Miranda and DJ Warrior for helping make this possible.

In the coming days, RapTalk will be re-launched with more footage from the show, as well as Interviews, so check that out!!

SGV

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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.

Rud

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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

SGV

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1130716680 - January 1, 1970 By : With the new D.P.G. album dropping Tuesday, November 1st, Daz & Kurupt have been busy promoting all over radio stations in California. Now the D.P. Camp has announced a new Kurupt solo, on which he's just going by Young Gotti. The album is titled "Same Day, Different Shit" and is set to drop in February 2006 through D.P.G. Recordz. This is shaping up to be a real solo record as no features have been announced.

To see the cover in full size, click on the picture to your left, and check out the tracklisting to the album below. We will keep you updated on this album, be on the lookout for some audio soon!

Here goes the tracklisting:

1. Intro
2. Scrape Thru The Hood
3. I Get High
4. Ride Wit Me
5. Make That Ass Shake
6. Ride & Roll
7. Gangstaz Part 2
8. As Time Fly By
9. Accesseries
10. Yes I'm Quiccer
11. Aint That Somethin
12. I Did It

Nima

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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


SGV

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1130998281 - January 1, 1970 By : After having his "Bottoms Up" EP selling in stores and on the streets for a few months now, Vic Vodka has decided to let the people have 3 songs off the album for free. And he's doing it exclusively through us at dubcnn.com

Vic Vodka - Lady Tiger
Vic Vodka - Code Of The Streets
Vic Vodka feat. Yukmouth and P Man - Connected

Don't sleep on these tracks! It's all produced by the one and only C-Infamous (c_infamous@hotmail.com). If any DJ's need a radio version of "Lady Tiger", email me and I'll send it to you.


As if those 3 songs weren't enough, we also have a World Premier for you:

Vic Vodka - Tha Row Keeps It Raw








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1131142905 - January 1, 1970 By : RapTalk.net was originally started in 1996 by a group of Bay Area Hip Hop fans. Within a matter of months, the site began to become noticed and visited by some Major Bay Area Rap Artists, the likes of Rap-A-Lot West CEO, JT The Bigga Figga, New Bay member Balance, Sacramento legend Brotha Lynch Hung and First Degree the D.E. It was the first major Online Hip Hop forum and housed the ORIGINAL Bay Area Rap Talk Forum or BART for short. Around 2001, the site went down for a long period of time. In 2002, Alberto Martinez Jr. entered and ressurected the the site and elevated the website to Promote Independent Hip Hop. He changed the focus from not just the Bay, but the entire West Coast. RapTalk.net held it's first BBQ at Lake Cunningham in San Jose on August 11th of 2003 for fans and artists alike. They established an excellent networking event. From that point on, the site continued to strive to Promote Indie Hip Hop.

Today, RapTalk.net is revamped with a whole new staff, layout and outlook. The focus has shifted from strictly West Coast to Hip Hop in general. Now, as RapTalk.net is re-launching, the site will be updated daily with News, Audio and Music Videos on a regular basis. Also, you'll be able to see some of the most EXCLUSIVE Video Interviews and Features with today's hottest stars in the Hip Hop World. Live show and event coverage will be second to none. New artists from all over the Hip Hop map will be visiting the forums with their own official forums, as well. If you liked the original RapTalk, you'll love the new and improved RapTalk.net.

But, that's not all, RapTalk is also venturing into Retail. The Official RapTalk store has changed. KingzRecords.com has been adopted as RapTalk.net's Official store. Aside from carrying your typical Mixtape catalog like most Hip Hop sites, you can pick up the latest and greatest Hip Hop and R&B Albums, Vinyl, DVDs, Magazines and Clothing. For the first week (11/4-11/13) of the Re-Launch, KingzRecords.com is offering a 20% off coupon for all our forum members, readers and visitors. And, if you're in the Los Angeles area, this sale is also valid for the KingzRecords retail location in West Covina (545 E. Vine Ave Unit B. West Covina, CA 91790).

Almost 10 years later and RapTalk.net is still running strong. It was once an elite website that died down due to the politics of the game. But, RapTalk.net is back and is here to stay. Expect a huge change in the way Hip Hop is reported on the Internet. RapTalk.net will strive to bring you, the fans, all your favorite artists, news, audio, pictures and video. And that's why RapTalk is the Talk of Hip Hop!

SGV

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1131657501 - January 1, 1970 By : Back in June 2005 we introduced you to Flixx an artist from the city of Gardena, Ca. Since then we have consistently been hitting you up with news and audio from his debut album, "Politics & Pimpin." Originally due out in September Flixx opted to take some more time fine tuning the product and getting more promotion underway. Of course he hit up dubcnn but he also took time to do a video for the J Wells produced banger "Tha Dubb" which we premiered back in June!

We have an exclusive commercial for the album and a teaser for the video as well as the tracklisting and spots you can pre-order the album which is out on November 22nd.

Flixx - Politics & Pimpin (Video Commercial)

01) Tha Hood (Feat. Jay Capone & Spliff)
02) Here No Mo (Feat. Bobby Bang, Young Ant & Q-Ball)
03) Bullshit (Feat. Q-Ball, Young Ant & Bobby Bang)
04) Interlude
05) Tha Dubb (Feat. J Wells & Bobby Bang)
06) Freestyle (Feat. Presto)
07) Tha Come Up (Feat. Young Ant)
08) Baby Mama Drama
09) We Fu*kin (Feat. Bobby Bang & Young Ant)
10) Ridin Niggas (Feat. Famine)
11) Automatic (Feat. Stylistik Jones)
12) Outro

Pre-Order: CD Universe ($9.09) | Overstock ($11.10)

Please support this new westcoast artist and order a copy of this debut album for a bargain price!

Rud

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1131726670 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn is the premiere website when it comes to introducing the world to the hottest talent on this planet. Ricky from Royalty Records is about to drop an album soon that features a few of the westcoast's tightest rappers.

Here's a song by Ricky called "Tell Him"

If anyone wanna work with this 18 year old singer email me.

Inspire

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1131872169 - January 1, 1970 By : Prime of Lethal Entertainment is an artist you may be not be familiar with, he is a twenty two year old Long Beach native and member of Soulhood Entertainment. Having been rapping for ten years he has developed a unique style and possesses a fresh energy always welcome in the genre. So far he has featured on The Soulhood Mixtape: "Stylefornia 1" and "Vol. 2 (The Movement)", Welcome To the Chuuch, Bad Azz’s Mixtape and recently DJ Warrior & DJ Strong's, "West Coast Mixtape Kings Vol. 1." The latter of which we let you preview snippet tracks from last month.

Prime is currently working on his upcoming debut album but took some time to ask dubcnn to release the full version of his track which can be heard on "West Coast Mixtape Kings Vol. 1." The track is called "Do What You Want To" and features Daz Dillinger & Lifestyle

Prime - Do What You Want To (Feat. Daz Dillinger & Lifestyle) (Prod. By Fuzz Felix)

To hear more from Prime visit is MySpace pages.

Rud

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1131914541 - January 1, 1970 By : Who do you know that dropped 3 mixtapes in ONE week?! Nobody. Until now! Lunch from Homeless Nation brings you:

1. "Re-Heated Vol.2 - Hot In These Streets" featuring his hot new single "What A Rush" (ft. Kokane) (Check out the cover: HERE)

2. "Homeless Nation - Eat & Defeat" featuring Lunch, Diamonique and the rest of the Homeless Nation. (Check out the cover: HERE)

3. "Lunch Mixtape Vol. 909 - I.E. Stand Up" featuring Lunch's greatest hood classics. (Check out the cover: HERE)

All 3 mixtapes are available now in the streets of Southern Cali, in stores, swapmeets, including all "stacks" locations. You can also order the mixtapes online by visiting the Homeless Store at homelessnation.com.


Nima

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1131915235 - January 1, 1970 By : Straight out of Watts, The Frontlinerz have been creating a buzz lately, through their heavy street grind, pumping out music all the time. Now they have finished up their brand new mixtape "Gangstream", which features the likes of Suga Free, Kila Krock, Young Hootie, Chevy Jones, Marlon, Roccett, Krys Ivory and many more. Production was handled by Dem Jointz, Big Saccs, Bangloose & Dae One.

I ain't done with the big names, the CD was mixed by none other than DJ Rampage himself, and is hosted by DJ Vlad The Butcher. The mixtape is set to drop November 29th, so make sure to cop that!

I have the street single here for ya'll called "Gangsta In Me (Hood Mix)", inspired by the original single "Gangsta In Me" premiered on BET's Black Cinema "Back In The Day". The track features Young Hootie, Kila Krock, Roccett, Poochie Ross, & Dem Jointz, and was produced by Dem Jointz.

Frontlinerz - Gangsta In Me (Hood Mix) (ft. Young Hootie, Kila Krock, Roccett, Poochie Ross, & Dem Jointz)

To check out the front and back covers in full size, click below:

Front Cover | Back Cover

Enjoy the song and make sure to pick up "Gangstream" when it drops!



Nima

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1131920111 - January 1, 1970 By : I'm sure all of you remember Chag G who I introduced to ya'll last year. The Long Beach Producer/Singer/Rapper/Video Director is no doubt talented, and is really ready to show the world what he's all about. His artist, Darcskin aka Lil Chag G is currently finishing up his debut album "Who Dat", which should be dropping real soon. Chag G produced most of the record, and sang most of the hooks, with features such as Goldie Loc, Kokane, Chucc Taylor, Bokie Loc, Ecay Uno, Quick Ta Mac and more.

Darcskin started off ghost writing for Warren G, writing songs such as "Dolla Dolla Bill" (213) and "Turn It Up Loud" (In The Mid-Nite Hour). Darcskin gives a world of props to Mr. Warren G for the opportunity, and he also shouts him out in his new video "All Dat", featuring Chag G on the hook, a verse and the beat. They are currently shopping a distribution deal, and will also be shooting 2 more videos aswell as an EPK real soon.

I have 3 tracks from the album "Who Dat" for ya'll to check out, aswell as the video to his street single "All Dat" with Chag G. The track is off the hook, one of my current favorites. Don't sleep!

Here goes the video to "All Dat":

Darcskin - All Dat (ft. Chag G) (VIDEO) 22MB, Quick Time.

Here go the tracks, all production handled by Chag G:

Darcskin - All Dat (ft. Chag G)

Darcskin - Breaks Today (ft. Chag G & Bokie Loc)

Darcskin - Who Dat


So be on the lookout for Darcskin's album "Who Dat" dropping sooner than you think. This is an independent release so make sure to support the artist, we will be providing you a link to order the album online aswell.

At the beginning of my update, I mentioned that Chag G is also a video director. He directed Darcskin's video "All Dat", and he wanted me to put the word out that if there's any artists looking to bring their projects alive, there's no better way than a video. People think that videos are expensive, but he's willing to beat any price. A video shot and edited for $1,000. If you're interested, hit up his new snop located at:

5649 Atlantic Blvd
Long Beach, CA
(562) 753- 5669 or
Email: dakind213@yahoo.com

They also do custom T-Shirts, flyers, videos, CD Covers, posters and more.

I will be bringing you alot more Chag G material soon, lookout for a Chucc Taylor update this week with some new audio, and much more.

Nima

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1132364066 - January 1, 1970 By : It's almost time to get "Bottled Up" with the homie Black & Mild, because the album is dropping in two weeks (November 29th, to be exact). Now, the buzz has been steadily growing like herb in Humboldt County, but we're about to kick up another notch. CCE and Restless World Entertainment are proud to present Black & Mild's "My Life Is A Weekend Vol. 1" mixtape. You might have already caught their street team slidin up and down the California coast handing these out to those lucky enough to be in the right place at the right time, now all you need is that nice young high-speed internet connection and you're all good.

Oh, and did I mention that the album, Bottled Up, is already available for pre-order? So once you're done with the mixtape, get yo drunk ass over to our store and place your orders...The chances are strong that you'll get your copy before the actual street date. Infact, I heard XL Middleton himself saying something about pre-orders shipping within 48 hours. So damn, that pretty much means that Bottled Up is already out, huh? So you pretty much can't lose with this one. Bottled Up includes production from XL Middleton, 1stBorn, Sic Sense, & Meech Wells, not to mention a guest appearance from Larceny Entertainment's own Young Breezy. So in the meantime, let me quit playin and just hit yall with the mixtape:

Black & Mild - My Life Is A Weekend Mixtape Vol. 1

To see the cover in full size, click on the picture.

Nima

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1132669953 - January 1, 1970 By : Lynwood, California's own Devoe, member of Tha Sweat Hoggs (Gangsta of The Comrads, Sir Jinx, Big Dutch & Devoe), has just finished his solo album "All Hood" which should be in stores in Southern Cali now! Click on the picture to your left to view the cover in full size, or click below for the full covers:

Front Cover | Back Cover

The album is entirely produced by Raw Steel and executive produced by Devoe himself. He hit me off with 4 tracks for ya'll to download to see what the album sounds like:
Devoe - Hood Wit It

Devoe - Multiply

Devoe - Get Down (ft. Big Dutch & T-Mac)

Devoe - Never Say Goodbye

Enjoy the songs, and suport the artist if you're feeling it!

Nima

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1132703238 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Rampage is here! Incase you haven't heard about the Los Angeles native yet, I am here to help you out your misery! Growing up in Hawthorne, Rampage started messing with the turntables at an early age, and he was given his moniker by none other than Kurupt Young Gotti himself, when he was 14, after a studio session.

Rampage is part of The Specialists crew, and has been pumping out mixtape after mixtape lately, increasing his buzz. He's also been on tour in the states and overseas, recently touring Germany with Houston.

His official website has just launched, check it out now at WeWantRampage.com. You will find all the informaton regarding the man right there, from all his mixtapes, to his bio, aswell as some audio.

I have a couple of his covers up for ya'll to check out below, this is just some of his latest releases:

The Frontlinerz - Gangstream Vol. 1 (MIXED BY DJ RAMPAGE)

DJ Rampage Presents... Listen N Learn Vol. 1 (Hosted by Talib Kweli)

DJ Rampage Presents... I'm On Tha Radio Vol.1

DJ Rampage & Guerilla Black Present... The Hood Affiliated Mixtape

DJ Rampage Presents... The Takeover 2005

DJ Rampage Presents... Revolutionary Muzik (Hosted by Benzino)

DJ Rampage - Beatzone Mixtape

DJ Rampage also mixed the latest Kila Krock & Stix - "Heaven & Hell" mixtape which I got an update on for ya'll tomorrow.

I had the chance to catch up with Rampage for a video interview recently, where he spoke on many different topics, from his DJ'ing, to working with the likes of Bishop Lamont, Kila Krock, Glasses Malone etc, to the difference between REAL DJ's, and people who just put DJ in front of their names. Be on the lookout for that interview dropping very soon aswell.

Once again, the adress is WeWantRampage.com, make sure to check it out and support DJ Rampage, the boy is a real DJ. If you got a show, an event, whatever, get at Rampage, the contact info is on his website.

Nima

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1132912963 - January 1, 1970 By : At long last, Gardena, Ca native Flixx has released his debut album, "Politics & Pimpin." It is available now on Overstock and Tower Records and can be ordered on CD Universe for only $9.09! Support new westcoast talent and grab a copy! As we reported earlier this month the delay on the release was to enable Flixx to do some more promoting and to get a video made for the J Wells produced banger "Tha Dubb" which we premiered back in June! Last update saw us drop the teaser video and today we have the honour of presenting the full video to that track!

Flixx - Tha Dubb (Feat. J Wells & Bobby Bang) (Music Video)

01) Tha Hood (Feat. Jay Capone & Spliff)
02) Here No Mo (Feat. Bobby Bang, Young Ant & Q-Ball)
03) Bullshit (Feat. Q-Ball, Young Ant & Bobby Bang)
04) Interlude
05) Tha Dubb (Feat. J Wells & Bobby Bang)
06) Freestyle (Feat. Presto)
07) Tha Come Up (Feat. Young Ant)
08) Baby Mama Drama
09) We Fu*kin (Feat. Bobby Bang & Young Ant)
10) Ridin Niggas (Feat. Famine)
11) Automatic (Feat. Stylistik Jones)
12) Outro

And also a Happy Birthday to Q-Ball, who features on "Bullshit" from Flixx and all the staff at dubcnn!

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1133020993 - January 1, 1970 By : I wanted to give everyone a heads up on the upcoming DJ Chill Presents: Cool Nutz "The Voice Of Northeast Portland" Mixtape Vol. 1 Hosted by E-40.

The mixtape is done and ready to drop, here are some of the tracks that will be featured on the mixtape, aswell as one preview track, "Measure 11", where Cool Nutz borrow's Pac's "Hail Mary" beat:

Cool Nutz - Measure 11

E-40 feat. Keak Da Sneak(Produced by Lil Jon) - Tell Me When To Go
Cool Nutz feat. E-40 - Do It Now(Produced by Bosko)
Cool Nutz - Hotta (Over JamRock)
Cool Nutz & Maniac Lok - So Portland (Produced by Torry Ward)
Cool Nutz & Maniac Lok - Jus Fam Unit (Over How We Do)
Cool Nutz feat. Arjay - Do It Big (For Playaz Worldwide)
Cool Nutz - Right Here (Over D-12 Pistol Pistol)
Cool Nutz & Maniac Lok - Feds Come(Produced by UnderRated)From C-Bo's West Side Riders II
Cool Nutz - Northeast Streets (Beanie Sigel Don't Do Much)

Cool Nutz feat. Sicx & Mikey Vegas of The Phranchise - It's A Fact (dedicated to Rats worldwide)
Cool Nutz feat. Bleek aka Pricey - Leir Jets

And there are plenty more hot and unreleased tracks featured on the mixtape. With exclusive game and lingo from E-40 as well, so you know this is going to be crazy!

Mixtape Release Parties:

Tues. Dec. 20th
Club TBA Tacoma, WA
feat. Cool Nutz, Bosko, Maniac LOk, DJ Chill & Special Guests

Wed. Dec. 21st
Club TBA Olympia, WA
feat. Cool Nutz, Bosko, Maniac LOk, DJ Chill & Special Guests

Thursday Dec. 22nd, 2005
The Roxy Longview, WA
feat. Cool Nutz, Bosko, Maniac Lok, DJ Chill & Special Guests

Friday Dec. 23rd, 2005
The Ash Street Saloon Portland, OR
feat. Cool Nutz, Bosko, Maniac Lok, DJ Chill & Special Guests

Thurs. Jan. 12th, 2006
Club TBA Corvallis, OR
feat. Cool Nutz, Bosko, Maniac LOk, DJ Chill & Special Guests

Fri. Jan. 13th, 2006
John Henry's Eugene, OR
feat. Cool Nutz, Bosko, Maniac LOk, DJ Chill & Special Guests

Sat. Jan. 14th, 2006
Vibes Medford, OR
feat. Cool Nutz, Bosko, Maniac LOk, DJ Chill & Special Guests

Thurs. Jan. 19th, 2006
The B-Side Spokane, WA
feat. Cool Nutz, Bosko, Maniac LOk, DJ Chill & Special Guests

Fri. Jan. 20th, 2006
Club TBA Missoula, MT
feat. Cool Nutz, Bosko, Maniac LOk, DJ Chill & Special Guests

Sat. Jan. 21st, 2006
The Zebra Cocktail Lounge Bozeman, MT
feat. Cool Nutz, Bosko, Maniac LOk, DJ Chill & Special Guests

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1133055461 - January 1, 1970 By : Those who visit our DUBCC Forums already know about Pomona aritst 4Five, who's recently challenged Infamous/G-Unit's 40 Glocc to a song off battle on dubcnn. I have 3 tracks from the man here for ya'll to check out, including a track featuring Kokane & 380 aka Gurilla Dog.

4Five is fully recovered from 6 AK47 shots, after being operated on by the same doctor as 2Pac in Las Vegas. He's a producer/MC and is eager to show what he's got to offer. So judge for yourself, check out some of his work below:

4Five - Westlife

4Five - Respect (ft. Kokane & 380 aka Gurilla Dog)

4Five - How Many MC's

All tracks are produced by 4Five himself. I'm about to put up an update on 40 Glocc with some new audio aswell, so join the discussion, hit up the world famous DUBCC Forums!

Nima

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1133176050 - January 1, 1970 By : Having received the accolades of "Best Westcoast Mixtape of 2003" (Grand Theft Audio) and "Best Westcoast Mixtape of 2004" (GTA2) it was only a matter of time until PutYourselfOut and Shade Sheist went for the 3-Peat with GTA 3. We have the first single to be released off the project, "Hey Yo," which features, Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E., Eddie Kane Jr. and Nate Dogg. Shade Sheist and the whole PYO group are working hard to make this as good as its predecesors.

Look for more news and audio from the project and dubcnn soon! Check out the new track below and drop feedback over at the forum.

Shade Sheist - Hey Yo (Feat. Nate Dogg, N.U.N.E & Eddie Kane Jr.)

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1133534328 - January 1, 1970 By : Just this week we dropped the exclusive new single from the forthcoming GTA 3 mixtape from PutYourselfOut with Shade Sheist which features N.U.N.E., Eddie Kane Jr. and Nate Dogg. Well since then the PYO MySpace page has been redesigned and has a new track from the mixtape up which features R Kelly. We also received a freestyle by Eddie Kane Jr. called, E-K-JR and have that available for you to download below! Look for his album "Contradictions" in early 2006. We will have more news and audio from this and other projects over the coming weeks, look for big movements in 2006 from PutYourselfOut.


Dubcnn would like to congratulate the artists and staff of PYO on hitting 100k sales this year!

Eddie Kane Jr. - E-K-JR (Freestyle)
Shade Sheist - Hey Yo (Feat. Nate Dogg, N.U.N.E & Eddie Kane Jr.)

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1133613188 - January 1, 1970 By : Last week dubcnn had the incredible opportunity to speak with the hip-hop drunkies, Tha Alkaholiks. With their final studio album, "Firewater" being released in January 2006 they are on the road hitting locations worldwide, last week saw the turn of Leeds in the UK; the venue, The Northern Light. Unfortunately we did not get the chance to speak with Tash (*he was at the bar - see video!) however we did get the chance to speak extensively with J-Ro & E-Swift. I want to thank them both for the time they took out before the show and the support of their management in making this happen. As ever we asked the questions fans at the forum wanted answers to!

We have the interview up today in video, the transcript will be ready in the next few days, i just couldn't sit on this! We talked about the new album, the solo albums, drinking, touring, life after Tha Liks, feelings on the rap game and how things have changed over the years and much more! This is not to be missed! Please check it out and drop feedback over at the forum.

Tha Alkaholiks - Video Interview (November 2005)

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1133972499 - January 1, 1970 By : As we announced last month dubcnn have teamed up with Sykeone Records to venture into events and promotion in the UK. We are currently putting the finishing touches to the format of 2006's "Back In The Day Tour. On Friday night, December 9th, is the launch night for the venture, we originally had plans to have headline acts Bryan Abrams & Gonzoe however due to circumstances beyond our control those artists cannot perform. The show's however go on, we will be featuring the talent from Sykeone Records that will be part of the tour in 2006 as well as offering exclusive pre-sales for tickets for events next year which include acts such as Domino, Bad Azz, Shade Sheist, Tha Liks and more!

Anyone who goes to either of the events, on the Friday or the Saturday and registers their details as readers of dubcnn and/or forum members get an exclusive 20% Off All Tickets to Any gigs in 2006. So just for showing up not only will you be supporting dubcnn and sykeone, we will also get you on a VIP List to receive a discount on the events we run next year! If you have any queries please email me at rud@dubcnn.com and i will be happy to help

Dubcnn Entertainment & Sykeone Records Present
"Back In The Day 2006: The Tour" Launch Night
Date: December 9th 2005
Venue: The Camel Rooms, Fulham SW10 (Doors: 7PM)
Tickets: £5 (on the door)
Contact: tickets@dubcnn.com or tickets@sykeone.com
Direct Ticket Line: 07731559395
Acts; DJ Filthy Rich, IFlow, Spinarchy, Shane Doumain, L Hoss & N3RY

Dubcnn Entertainment & Sykeone Records Present
"Back In The Day 2006: The Tour" Launch Night
Date: December 10th 2005
Venue: Soul Cellar, Southampton (Doors: 7PM)
Tickets: £5 (on the door)
Contact: tickets@dubcnn.com or tickets@sykeone.com
Direct Ticket Line: 07731559395
Acts; DJ Filthy Rich, IFlow, Spinarchy, Shane Doumain, L Hoss & N3RY

Come down and enjoy live music, cheap drinks and get yourself on the VIP List for next year, once you are on the list not only will you receive the 20% year long discount we will also automatically enter people into competitions we run for free tickets before each gig. Support the venture to help us bring the acts you want to see live in the UK.

Rud

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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.

Nima

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1134079131 - January 1, 1970 By : Reaffirming the fact that the I.E. (Inland Empire) is a hot breeding ground for burgeoning new talent, R&B artist, M. Anthony is prepared to step out from the background and take his place in the forefront of the I.E.'s progression to the mainstream. With a style and flow influenced by artists in every genre imaginable as well as the world around him, M. Anthony's craft may be considered a "rollercoaster ride" by some: One minute a heartfelt ballad has the ladies attention, before he transcends to a party anthem where you're compelled to grab something soft and hit the dance floor, while bringing it back home to his West Coast upbringing and the world outside his window.

As a prelude to the album he will be dropping next year, M. Anthony is gearing up to release his R&B mixtape project entitled: "The Introduction", his personal introduction to the people. Although this release may be a standard release to familiarize himself with the listeners, he is not content with keeping things ordinary. He will be releasing a "Reloaded" version of the mixtape, complete with all new original tracks as well as a enhanced CD with exclusive video footage and other digital goodies.

I have two exclusive tracks off the mixtape for ya'll. The first is entitled "Truth Hurts" in which M. Anthony sings over Dr. Dre's "Nuthing but a G thang" hit in a song about trying to have a drink while dealing with your "significant other" constantly in your ear. The second is entitled: "Trust Me" which was a track produced by Crown City Productions.

M. Anthony - Truth Hurts (over "Nuthin' But A G Thang")

M. Anthony - Trust Me (Prod. by Crown City Ent)

More information on M. Anthony can be found over on his myspace page.

Nima

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1134206699 - January 1, 1970 By : Well do you? You can also win $100,000 in the process! Battle Rap is a new concept in hip-hop battling, incorporating an old art with the latest in technology. BattleRap.com is the global battle ground where artists can register and browse the on-line database of original professional beats from celebrity producers, download their beat of choice and lay vocals via an on-line editing tool before going head to head with other Rappers from around the world. The adjudicators of this battle ground are producers from the Hip-Hop industry as are the Battlerap production team; consisting of Cool and Dre, DJ Khaled, Zukhan Bey, R&G Productions, Black Out Movement and many more.

These producers have produced hit records for 50 Cent, Ludacris, Beyonce, Fat Joe, Game, Mary J, Na’sha, JadaKiss, Puffy, Jay Z, and many more.

With thousands of tracks to choose from you have a headache from the outset however with a prize of $100,000 and a record deal with Pure Records that should be easy to overcome. Ultimately the Rapper who wins the most Battles will become "King of the Battle Ground." You don't have long to get involved, the battle begins in just over 10 weeks, First Round Deadline: February 1st. Head on over now to BattleRap.com

Rud

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1134207709 - January 1, 1970 By : Noelle is a name that may not strike you as someone you have heard of but anyone who has heard Dilated Peoples last album, "Neighbourhood Watch" will have, without knowing, heard her. The R&B singer is outta California and last year provided additional vocals all over the album. She has been busy ever since working on new music and has become known as the Beauty to the Beast of the hip-hop game. She has collaborated with various up & coming artists including Wisconsin's own Smoot of Nick Van Exel's RapRock Records. She has now aligned with The Heavy Hitter, Power 106's DJ Felli Fell and can be heard on a new track "All About Me" with DJ Kool which is below.

Noelle has also collaborated with a name many of you will be familiar with, One Tyme Entertainment artist, Sixx John, for his single entitled "That's Me." The track is currently being
played on Power 106 in Los Angeles. She is a name not to be ignored, a voice not to go unheard and at 6'1" she will not be overlooked. See what she has to offer by downloading the track below and drop feedback on her over at the forum.

Noelle - All About Me

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1134208615 - January 1, 1970 By : Chris Hutch is an artist who already has an album under his belt. "Los Angeles Times" is the debut release from the South Central Los Angeles born and raised talent. Although Chris Hutch is familiar with the "Gang Lifestyle" the L.A. area is notorious for he opted to take another route which gives his music a different edge. However although he chose not to pledge allegiance to the hood as did many of his colleagues, he is as much on the grind as the next man. We have two new tracks from Chris Hutch one of which sees him let loose over the DJ Quik instrumental for "Total Auto" off the Trauma Mixtape, the other is titled, "Westside Symphony".

Check out the tracks below and be open minded, then drop some feedback at dubcnn's forum.

Chris Hutch - Quik Sh*t (Over DJ Quik's "Total Auto")
Chris Hutch - Westside Symphony

Rud

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1134212344 - January 1, 1970 By : Whats deadlier, The Sith or Ras Kass on the mic? Yea you know it, you cant fade the Waterproof MC; and as a result he is back in February 2006. The follow up to this year's "Instituionalized" release will be titled, "Revenge Of The Spit" and will be the first all exclusive mixtape from Ras Kass & The New Re-Up Entertainment Squad (Ras Kass, J Gambit, Jay211, Name Brand & Dow Jones). "Revenge Of The Spit will include all new verses from Kool G Rap, Busta Rhymes, Royce 5'9, Talib Kweli, Strong Arm Steady, Ol Dirty Bastard, Alchemist, Young Jeezy, Ludacris and more as well as new production from J Gambit, 9th Wonder, Just Blaze, Dr. Dre, and Meech Wells.

Dow Jones and the breeding ground for underground westcoast rap Siccness.net will be preparing it and exclusively distributing it.

In other Dow Jones news; there will be a joint album from Dow Jones & Meech Wells featuring exclusive production from both and appearences from the best emcees in the game, that is due early 2006. Also stay tuned for releases from Dow Jones & WrongKind Records (Mitchy Slick's Label) present Tiny Doo's What It Doo mixtape as well as Dow Jones & Tiny Doo Play Your Position Vol. 5 and Dow Jones & The Frontlinerz West Coast Offense Vol. 2 mixtapes all coming in the next 2 months. Prior to that you will be hit with two new tapes just next week from Dow Jones including SouthWest Connect Vol. 2 with DJ Chuck T and Pushin Weight Vol. 2 with Star-Trak/Clipse DJ Noe Dout hosted and featuring the best talent in the industry. Dow Jones will also release a new west coast lifestyle DVD called "West Coast Livin Vol. 1" which drops January 2006 world wide.

For information on Dow Jones and all his projects check out his new site, which is currently being finished, WestCoastLivin.com.

Rud

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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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1134432989 - January 1, 1970 By : Since The Game helped open the doors for west coast artists again nowadays it's nothing strange to see west coast artists topping the charts around the world and west coast artists being all over commercial albums by eastcoast mc's, r&b artists and dirty south rappers.

That is even the case when it comes to oscar winner Jamie Foxx's debut album "Unpredictable".

Dubcnn brings the song called "With You" featuring Snoop Dogg and The Game.


Kanye West, Mary J Blige and Twista are the other guests on the album.

This amazing album drops December 20th so make sure you buy the album next week.

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1134522691 - January 1, 1970 By : We let ya'll know about The Frontlinerz new mixtape "Gangstream", hosted by DJ Vlad The Butcher, and mixed by L.A.'s own DJ Rampage a few weeks ago, where we brought you the track "Gangsta In Me (Hood Mix) (ft. Young Hootie, Kila Krock, Roccett, Poochie Ross, & Dem Jointz)" as a preview of the mixtape.

I have just recieved the authorization to let ya'll download the FULL "Gangstream" mixtape for FREE for a limited time. The mixtape will be available for free download right here on dubcnn from now until midnight PST. So that gives ya'll a couple hours to grab the mixtape and let all your friends know to do the same!

Here we go:

----Temporary Download Time Exceeted, Download Link Removed----

Here goes the tracklisting:

1. Gangstream Intro ft. Giftee, Candice Pillay
2. Itz Our Party ft. Krys Ivory & Dem Jointz
3. Reverse Of You ft. Chevy Jones & Dem Jointz
4. Vlad the Butcher
5. Gangsta In Me ft. Young Hootie, Kila Krock, Poochie Ross, Dem Jointz, Roccet
6. Asass Anthem "Asass D. Hazard" ft. Phenam
7. They Like Em BAD ft. Krys Ivory
8. She Like em Bad Remix (Exclusive Krys Ivory)
9. Vlad The Butcher
10. Caution ft. Dem Jointz
11. "300" Gatha Round "Bangloose" ft. Dem Jointz
12. Whips ft. Poochie Ross & Pop Gates
13. Message 2 The Streetz "Black TK Larceny Ent"
14. More Than Music ft. Dem Jointz
15. Flashlight "Kila Krock"
16. Get Away ft. Krys Ivory
17. Messages "Skit"
18. Real 2 Life
19. Streetz Need Us ft. Dem Jointz
20. Whine I Make It (Skit) Pop Gates
21. Happy Street Mix (Exclusive Marlon) ft. Suga Free & The Frontlinerz
22. Vlad The Butcher
23. Watts Stomp ft. Poochie Ross
24. Happy "Computer Love Mix" (Exclusive Marlon) feat. Tosha
25. WhatDaphuq Krys Ivory (Exclusive Krys Ivory)
26. Outro

Shouts out to Dem Jointz!

Nima

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1134692698 - January 1, 1970 By : Comptons own City Boy teamed up with dubcnn to release "Dubcnn Presents: City Boy - Pain & Pleasure Mixtape Vol. 2". I have two preview tracks from the mixtape for ya'll to check out, one is a City Boy solo called "On My Grind", a grimey track with a dirty south feel, where City Boys shows his ability to rip a beat. The second track is by The Hood Affiliates, consisting of City Boy and PYO's Eddie Kane Jr., called "Insert The Clip". This one has the duo trading verses, definitely another grimey street track.

Download them below:

City Boy - On My Grind

The Hood Affiliates - Insert The Clip

Enjoy the tracks, and lookout for that "Dubcnn Presents: City Boy "Pain & Pleasure Vol. 2" coming soon!

Nima

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1134808467 - January 1, 1970 By : Jay 211 of Re-Up Entertainment is currently finishing off his upcoming album, "Conduct", which is slated for release in early 2006. The release has appearances from, amongst others, Ras Kass, Strong Arm Steady, Coolwadda and Shade Shiest with production credits including Da Riffs & Rick Rock. We have two tracks for preview below which gives a sample of what to expect on the release, the first, "Conduct", is produced by Nick Fury who laced the beat for "Game Over" by Lil Flip. Rick Rock laid down the instrumental for the second, "Birthrite," which has been on rotation here in the office since we received it.


We will have more news on this project and other Re-Up Entertainment releases soon, stay tuned! Enjoy the music below and drop feedback over at the forum. You can also visit the official site of Jay 211.

Jay 211 - Conduct (Produced By: Nick Fury)
Jay 211 - Birthrite (Produced By: Rick Rock)

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1134986833 - January 1, 1970 By : I wanna introduce you all to G-Style, a four man rap group out of Long Beach, Ca., comprised of R.P., Killa Ray, Flossy and Ozone. Child-hood friends who’s love for music turned to passion. Formed in the latter part of 2002, G-Style brings a street vibe mixed with that natural LB swagger that is sure to have you nodding your head. With each member having their own sound, coming together to give the group their own unique style. It’s Westcoast but with that distinctive Long Beach flavor. With their debut single ‘Hood Shit’ produced by the city by the sea’s own J.Johnson, G-Style is poised to take their position in the long line of talent to come out the Beach.

Stay tuned for more from the G-Style Clicc (G.S.C.), but for now check out these tracks from the G.S.C.

G.S.C. - Hood Shit (R.P. & Ozone) (Produced by J.Johnson)

G.S.C. - On Fire (Remix) (R.P. Ft. Boo of H.4.L) (Produced by Scent)

Enjoy the songs.

Nima

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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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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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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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1135772052 - January 1, 1970 By : Three exclusive mixtapes in three days, who else can do this?! We are back with a temporary download of a mixtape which came out earlier this year by Vancouver DJ Thirrzty, "Tha WestCoast Toast Vol 1." Since it came out in January it has been all over the Northwest and received a host of great feedback, as a result Volume II has already been completed. As a New Year treat for the dubcnn visitors DJ Thirrzty has offered us the mixtape for free download until January 2nd 2006. It features DJ Thirrzty, Prodeje from S.C.C, Tha Realest, Big Wy and Tha Relativez, Flexxarally, Rez Offical, Supaman, Crooked I and more.


The mixtape is 13 tracks and is a precursor to Volume II which has just been completed for a January 2006 release.

DJ Thirrzty would like to thank Shade Sheist and P.Y.O Ent, Prodeje from S.C.C, Crooked I, YaBoy, Sky Balla, Playa Rae, Flossy, Diamonique, DavidBanner and all the artists involved in the West Coast Toast series. If any artists on the westcoast are serious about getting promotion and marketing then contact kayacrew@walla.com

Lookout for the new WestCoast Mixtapes from DJ Thirrzty "Outta Tha EastSide A Tha V.B.C and "From Tha V.B.C 2 Tha L.B.C and E'rething in between."

For now enjoy the free limited edition download courtesy of Thirrzty Brand Ent. and dubcnn.com available until January 2nd 2006 as a New Years gift to all fans of the West Coast.

DJ Thirrzty - Tha Westcoast Toast (Mixtape) *Download Time Exceeded: email rud for more details

01) Young Day - It Might Sound Crazy
02) Tha Relativez - Californya (Feat. Crooked I)
03) Supaman - Knock 'Em Out
04) Livewire - Why U Hatin' On Me (Feat. Sire Ace)
05) Tha Realest - Summatyme
06) Young Day - East$ide A Tha Tree
07) Flexxarally & Michelobe
08) Rez Official - Keep It Movin'
09) Tha Realest - I Give'z A F*ck (Feat. Twin)
10) Tha 5 Footaz - Smashin' (Feat. Warren G & Kurupt)
11) Big Wy - Bompton
12) Prodeje - Flagrant
13) DJ Thirrzty - Outro

Thanks to DJ Thirrzty and Thirrzty Brand Ent. for the exclusive mixtape offering, fans download it and drop feedback over at the forum.

Rud

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1136449545 - January 1, 1970 By : Carson native Ras Kass and the hottest new Mixtape DJ on the West Coast, Dow Jones have combined their forces to further Ras Kass' Instituionalized series. The new installment, Revenge Of The Spit, will be out on Feb 2, 2006. The Mixtape will feature brand new songs with Ludacris, Busta Rhymes, Kool G Rap, Royce 59, Strong Arm Steady, Talib Kweli, Alchemist, Da Ranjahz, O.D.B, & ReUp Entertainment Family with new production from Dr. Dre, Just Blaze, Jake One, Green Lantern, 9th Wonder, J Gambit, Da Riffs and more.


Pre Orders can be placed at Siccness.Net

Here's some audio from the Mixtape. First is "Jackin' For The Dirty" where we find Ras jacking beats like Bun B's "Draped Up," T.I.'s "A.S.A.P.," Boyz N Da Hood's "Dem Boyz" and much more. Below we have both the Clean and LP versions.

Ras Kass - Jackin' For The Dirty

Ras Kass - Jackin' For The Dirty (Radio)

Next up we have the Radio version of "Last Laugh" produced by Jake One.

Ras Kass - Last Laugh (Prod. Jake One)

Shouts to Dow Jones for the hook up!

Rud

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1136475618 - January 1, 1970 By : As many of you will remember we introduced a group which consists of twin brothers just before the end of 2005. The group, 2XL have emerged from North Hollywood, CA and have been making music for a while now. They currently have a mixtape available which is hosted by and features Knoc-Turn'Al. We dropped a set of exclusive audio from the group last time and due to massive demand we have been allowed to exclusively premiere the music which features Knoc-Turn'Al laying down vocals with these talented youngsters.


The two brothers are only 16 yet are street savvy twins who have seen a lot, done a lot and experienced things people may never and should never in an entire lifetime. 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.

To learn more about the group please view our December Archive and you can also hear other audio and freestyles. Below are the exclusive tracks which feature Knoc-Turn'Al, when you have listened to the music please take some time to visit our forum to leave feedback and then visit the 2XL website, 2XLOnline.com.

2XL - Meaner & Meaner (Feat. Knoc-Turn'Al)
2XL - Talkin' Bout Money (Feat. Knoc-Turn'Al)

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1136540542 - January 1, 1970 By : Following the massive success of Mash Up Radio "Volumes 1 & 2" DJ Muggs presents this special limited press collectors edition straight from the airwaves of Mash Up Radio. Mash Up Radio is the top rated show on Sirius Radio's Shade45 which broadcasts on Monday Nights from 10-12PM eastern time. This release contains 19 new and original remixes which features artists on Aftermath and its sub-labels. You can hear artists such as, The Game, Eminem, 50 Cent, Obie Trice, Mobb Deep & G-Unit remixed with artists and bands including, The Beatles, System Of A Down, Jimi Hendrix, Slayer, NIN & many more.

This release only has 4000 copies in print so make sure you grab a copy while you can! To view more details on the project including a tracklist you can now bookmark dubcnn's new Release Date section and for this release go directly to the Aftermash details page. Visit Angeles Records for more details on this and other releases from them.

Rud

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1136556532 - January 1, 1970 By : The Dynamic Duo has struck again, Arsen & Mista Cane are featured on a hot track off the ""I Hate Jonny T" album. The Jacka also made an appearance on this exclusive track brought to you only by dubcnn. Make sure you stop by www.SERVNU151.com and drop some feedback on your thoughts of this track.

Jonny T - Get Carried (ft. The Jacka, Arsen & Mista Cane)



In related news, the TTH (Trench Town Hustlaz) have now hit the streets with an official street mix titled "Enter The Trench"! This is a complete mix filled with back to back slappers! Young and hungry TTH show the world they are a force to watch in this Bay Area Movement and beyond.

We have a snippet sampler from the street mix for ya'll to download:

Trench Town Hustlaz - Enter The Trench (Sampler)

Visit servnu151.com to order a copy of this exclusive street mix. Servnu151Music Certified.

Nima

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1136594855 - January 1, 1970 By : West west y'all. You know who it is, no need for a proper introduction... This being my first update on dubcnn, I'd like to take the time to introduce you to Immense.

The South Central rapper is one of the most sought after rap artists to come out of the West Coast since the Game. He has already established himself as one of the most compelling and accomplished artists to come out of the Los Angeles hip hop scene in recent years. He's worked hand in hand and has been mentored by some of the West Coast's most legendary artists.

Exclusively handpicked by Kurupt, he's also been schooled over the years by legends such as rap artist CJ Mac, super producers Tone Toven, Battlecat, and DJ Uneek.

While the world waits patiently for his full length debut solo album (in which he has recorded songs with the likes of Kurupt, Petey Pablo, Yukmouth, etc.), record labels have already began negotiating. As of today, 5 record labels have already entertained offers for signing him, including Capitol, Death Row, Get Low, and Rap-A-Lot.

Immense offers a small sample of what is to come from him with the release of his new mixtape "Kurupt Introduces Immense: Protect the West Mixtape Vol. 1" Hosted by DJ AE. This mixtape is 100% free and will be available as a free download here on Dubcnn. Immense appears on 3 of the tracks from this West Coast inspired mixtape compilation that also features Kurupt, C-Bo, Yukmouth, Jayo Felony, Snoop Dogg, Too Short, King T, Hittman, Layzie Bone, Bosko, Messy Marv, Yukmouth, and many more. The 3 songs that Immense appear on are mostly unreleased tracks from his archives, but offers a solid background for the fans who will be able to see the evolution of this artist between now and the time his major label album gets released in 2006.

The "Protect the West Mixtape Vol. 1" will be available February 1st.

For more information, hit up Immense's official website immenseonline.com and Myspace page at myspace.com/young_immense.

LilJay

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1136749346 - January 1, 1970 By : Hip Hop Film Festival, the UCLA Working Group on Hip Hop Studies, UCLA Departments of Ethnomusicology and Musicology, and J.U.I.C.E.(Justice by Uniting In Creative Energy), a non-profit hip-hop community center are collaborating to bring LA it’s 1st official annual hip-hop festival kicking off January 19th – 22nd, 2006 in Royce Hall 314, 306 from 12-10pm on the UCLA campus. Admission and attendence is FREE and open to all!

Featuring films from around the world coupled with discussion panels and workshops regarding hip-hop culture and its influence on film and on society at large. The Hip-Hop Film Festival will present films that speak with a true voice to all generations and cultures worldwide, representing the real values of hip-hop: Knowledge, Wisdom, Understanding, Freedom, Justice, Equality, Respect, Unity, Love, and Peace. The festival serves as a dedicated forum in which these values (and the people who live by them) can be celebrated, examined, and understood.

The four day festival will screen numerous feature films, shorts, experimental, and documentaries such as the classic hip-hop films Style Wars, Wild Style, and Freestyle: The Art of Rhyme (www.organicfilms.com). While also premiering theatrical films such as Henry Chalfant’s From Mambo to Hip Hop: Music and Survival in the South Bronx and Doug Pray’s Infamy. Panelists will include a unique mix of renowned filmmakers, artists, professors, writers, leaders, and activists from around the world.

The UCLA Department of Musicology will also dedicate an issue of its online academic journal, ECHO, to interviews with participants and articles regarding the films and the festival. The Department of
Ethnomusicology will also be able to add recordings of the interviews to their Ethnomusicology Archive, where future generations of scholars will be able to make use of the material for research and educational purposes.

The festival will culminate with a closing night party on Sunday Jan. 22nd @ Cinespace in Hollywood, featuring live MC's, DJ's, breakers and graph writers.

Check out the officail website at HipHopFilmFestival.com.

Adon

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1136863681 - January 1, 1970 By : What's up, I'm back again with a fresh new interview for you all with Bada-Bing and H.I.T, aka Lifestyle. As you all probably already know, Bing is the brother of Snoop Dogg which brings us to ask him how it was growing up being the brother of Snoop.

Other than this, H.I.T and Bing tell us about their new, upcoming Lifestyle album release entitled "Lubcrication", the preparation they are doing for the it, what producers will be working with them, which collaborations we can expect and much more.

Enough of the introduction, check it out for yourself in either audio or text, whatever suits you:

Lifestyle Dubcnn Interview

Bada-Bing and H.I.T. also both gave dubcnn a shoutout, click on the links below to hear them:

Bing dubcnn Shoutout
H.I.T. dubcnn Shoutout

We hope you enjoy the interview, and while we're at it, we also have some new audio from the Soul Hood Family, which we've been updating you on for a long time. To start it off, we have a track from Lifestyle's upcoming "Lubrication" album called "There's A Reason". An energetic track which shows how hard the duo has stepped their game up from their last effort. They recently performed the track at the Knitting Factory where the crowd went crazy over the hard-hitting sounds both lyrically and production wise. You've heard tracks from Lifestyle from grimy to slow, commercial to street...and now they're reminding you where it all started, taking you back to the roots...back to the streets...proving once again that the WEST can dish it up and serve it!! The track was produced by Fuzzy Felix, and is sure to have the street's talkin' once again about the impact this duo's music is having on both the industry and in the hood bringing that Soul Hood Movement to the game!

Lifestyle - There's A Reason (Prod. by Fuzzy Felix)

Fratt House (E Money & G.B) hooked up with Dirty South legend Bun B for their bangin' new track "Crossin' State Lines", produced by H-Town's own Da Assassinz to be featured on their upcoming self-titled album "Fratt House" off of Lethal Ent. Inc. Get ready to get chopped and screwed when you hear this joint! Ya boys put that West Coast twist on a Down South track and it definately proves that the West can flip anything you throw at em!

Fratt House - Crossin' State Lines (ft. Bun B)

And last but not least we have a track from female artist Mecca Dawn, who you've probably heard on "Stylefornia 2" or Snoop's "Welcome 2 Tha Chuuch Vol. 8" with Lifestyle. Now with the upcoming release of her Debut album ""Mecc-A-Nism: Ch.2" to be released through Lethal Ent. Inc., the streets are waiting to see her bring the West to a whole new level, mixing the soul with the streets with her hard hitting lyrical content and her soulful sounds. She's got a new joint called "In The Game 4 Life" which we have here for ya'll to check out, from the upcoming album:

Mecca Dawn - In The Game 4 Life

Also check out the official Soul Hood website by clicking here.

Inspire

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1136896037 - January 1, 1970 By : Last year we presented copious amounts of news and media from the Soulhood/Lethal Entertainment imprint, 2006 will be no different as they gear up to release albums from the following artists, Lifestyle, Prime, Fratt House and Mecca Dawn. Today we have new music from Prime and Fratt House with Nima dropping new music from Mecca Dawn earlier. We also have in the next update the long awaited video for the Lifestyle, Daz produced single, "All I Need."

First off we have a new track from Long Beach Native, Prime. The 22 year old artist has a unique style and possesses a fresh energy always welcome in the genre. So far he has featured on The Soulhood Mixtape: "Stylefornia 1" and "Vol. 2 (The Movement)", Welcome To the Chuuch, Bad Azz’s Mixtape and recently DJ Warrior & DJ Strong's, "West Coast Mixtape Kings Vol. 1." Prime is currently working on his upcoming debut album and last year allowed us to release the full version of his track which can be heard on "West Coast Mixtape Kings Vol. 1" featuring Daz Dillinger & Lifestyle titled, "Do What You Want To" which i have added to this update again.

The latest track is a song called "Go Hard" which features Scooby which is going to be on the fourth coming album. To hear more of Prime check out his MySpace Page.

Prime - Go Hard (Feat. Scooby)

Next up we have music from the group, Fratt House (formally known as P.S.C) which feature's H.I.T, DJ Quik's cousin from the duo Lifestyle. This track is called "I Don't" and features on the groups self-titled album which they are currently making some new additions to in the studio. For more information on Fratt House (formally known as P.S.C) and to check out the video to the "I Don't" song visit the groups MySpace Page.

Fratt House - I Don't (Feat. H.I.T)

Look for more news and audio from the Soulhood/Lethal Entertainment group as the year progresses.

Rud

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1136896042 - January 1, 1970 By : Lifestyle is a duo we have been promoting for years now and 2006 is the year they plan to release their latest album, "Lubrication." Last year we premiered many tracks off the album including "Bottoms Up" featuring Bing's brother Snoop Dogg and "All I Need" the lead single off the album produced by Dogg Pound Gangsta Daz Dillinger. The song created a great buzz and acclaim from fans and critics alike, since then we have reported on a video being planned and subsequently filmed. We can now today present the video courtesy of Soulhood Entertainment.

This is not a low budget hood video; this is a professional well produced video which does justice to a good lead single. The laid back feel of the production and the lyrics are intertwined with a two-setting backdrop; a club and pool party. The club scenes are shot in the same lighting and feel of videos such as The Game's "How We Do" and Dr. Dre's "Next Episode" giving the video a big budget feel and thus appeal. Big props to both Lifestyle and Soulhood Entertainment for creating a great video. We have the video available for download below and the single audio for those that missed it first time around. For more information on Lifestyle visit the duos' MySpace Page.

Lifestyle - All I Need (Video)
Lifestyle - All I Need (Audio)

Note to the iPOD Video owners, this file will work on your hardware, load via iTunes. Look for more news and audio from Lifestyle as the year progresses as well as our exclusive Bing interview coming soon.

Rud

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1137131436 - January 1, 1970 By : 2005 was a big year for L.A.'s DJ Skee. He put out the contraversial YouKnowWhatItIs Vol. 3 with Game, his first installment of WestSide Hype hosted by Kanye West, not to mention Ghost Unit and Stop Snitchin' Stop Lyin', respectively, with Game, as well. 2005 seen Skee link up with DJ's like Big Mike, NJD and the legendary DJ Clue on some of those projects. Well, starting the year off right, Skee's releasing Part 2 in his Westside Hype series.

This time around, Skee hits us with more exclusive Freestyles the top artists Coast to Coast. But, don't think this is one of those Mixtapes by a West Coast DJ with nobody West Coast on it. Skee enlisted exclusives and appearances from The Game, Snoop, Daz, Kurupt, the Black Wall Street, Crooked I, Bishop Lamont, Damani, Omar Cruz and Ice Cube and many more to hold the left side down. Expect to see features from Lil Wayne, Scarface, Rock Star, Busta Rhymes, Trae and others reppin' their respective areas on the Mixtape as well. As Skee puts it: "Listeners are sure to get their fix of exclusives and flavor straight out of L.A.!! Believe the Hype!!"

Now, before I get to the Exclusive Audio... As only Dubcnn does it, I got some news on some Upcoming DJ Skee releases. Look at for:

Game Presents The Black Wall Street
The Game - Best Of Game Volume 1
Techniec - The Beach Boy
Eastwood - Selfmade / With Me Or Against Me
Crooked I - Young Boss Volume 2
Spit Fiya - Boyz In The Hood
Westside Hype Volume 3

If you're not equipped with Sirius yet... STOP SLEEPING! If Howard Stern isn't enough to get you over there, then you'll be pleased to hear DJ Skee's top rated Sirius show, Westside Hype Radio, every Saturday night at Midnight Eastern / 9PM Pacific. Which is now syndicated overseas through Australia & Europe (check your local listings!).

Skee will be dropping a Major Announcement regarding his Radio Programming very soon.

Below, in the Westside Hype Volume 2 Tracklisting you'll find four Exclusive downloads courtesy of Skee himself. Solo Freestyle's from Game, Techniec, Eastwood and Inglewood's Damani. Also, you'll find the "Never Snitch" Remix with Game and Scarface and Ras Kass' "Jackin' for Dirty" that we posted a while ago. Shouts to Skee!!

Tracklisting:

01. Intro f/ Mac Minister
The Hype (Exclusive Freestyles):
02. Game
03. Eastwood
04. Lil Wayne
05. Daz & Kurupt
06. Techniec
07. Bad Lucc
08. Damani
09. Kato
10. Topic
11. Omar Cruz
12. Spit Fiya
13. Bishop Lamont
14. G.A.G.E. (Aftermath)
15. Chamillionaire
16. Rock Star
17. Pac Ten
18. Trae
Hype Premiers:
19. Scarface / Game "Never Snitch Remix"
20. Fat Joe "Niggaz Get Killed 4 Less"
21. Ras Kass "Jackin 4 Beats"
22. Trae "Swang"
23. Busta Rhymes "The Crown"
24. Attitude "First Things First"
25. Crooked I "Creased Khaki Flow"
26. Ice Cube "Child Support"
27. Bishop Lamont "Warrior"
28. Crooked I "Crazy Ho's"
29. Damani / Too Short "Gotta Stay Paid"
30. Daz f/ Snoop Dogg & Kurupt "All I Need Remix"
Unsigned Hype:
31. B.O.M.B. "Get That $"

Get your orders in now:
Orders@DJSkee.com

As always, hit up, DJSkee.com

SGV

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1137681188 - January 1, 1970 By : Bigg Steele has completed his sophomore album "Cereal & Water" due out this spring. The Long Beach rapper is taking a different approach this time, after dropping a party influenced debut album last year. Not only the production but the topics are gonna be on a whole different level on this new album. "Cereal & Water" will come with guest appearances from Hi-C, Big Syke, Dirty Birdy, Dr. Stank, Diamonique, Coolwadda, Balance, Juice, Spitfiya, Kokane, and others. The album will be available worldwide, as Steele is gonna sign a major deal for his company Street Currency Entertainment.

To get a taste of what Bigg Steele has cooked up, we let you hear an exclusive sneak preview from the album. This heater is called "The Streets" and it was produced by Polarbear, who handled the majority of the production on the album. Check it out below:

Bigg Steele - The Streets

Also look for Bigg Steele to get down with Dubcnn on a major project. This will be a compilation containing exclusive songs from various West Coast artists, both new and established. We got more news on that soon, stick with us.

LilJay

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1138224446 - January 1, 1970 By : The Put Yourself Out Camp have been busy recently working on various projects including the "GTA 3" mixtape which will now be a collaborative effort with the L.A. Mixtape Kings; DJ Warrior and DJ Strong. The mixtape is complete and is scheduled for a February release. As ever we have been blessed with a preview for Part III of the award winning mixtape series, we have the audio from a track by The Natives, the group which comprises of Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E.. Check that track out below and drop feedback over at the forum.


The Natives - How We Make That (Feat. Nitty Black)

In related news The Natives (Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E.) have now completed their album "Movin Units" and are currently weighing up options before deciding on a home for the project which they plan to have out before the summer. Many of you have been asking when you can hear more from N.U.N.E. recently and we have news that he has completed his sophomore release "N.U.N.E. & The Gang" which will follow the release of the group album. As ever Shade Sheist is working hard in the studio to release his third LP later this year. 2006 is set to be a big year for the Put Yourself Out camp with new music, dvds and a re-developed webpage, as ever dubcnn will keep you informed.

Finally we have been allowed to release the track that many of you have been asking for from the XBOX, PS2 and PC game; "25 To Life" which features Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E.. The track appears as "You Got" in the game which has been mentioned in the IGN.com Game Review. To listen to the song download it below and don't forget to check out the Put Yourself Out My Space page for more news and audio.

Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E. - 25 To Life

Rud

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1138262550 - January 1, 1970 By : "L to the O to the S to the A to the N to the G to the E to the L to the E to the S, CA come around here homie, come and see how we play!" - B-Real

Back in 1996, West L.A. emcee O.Brown started a group called Trilogy with his cousin N.E.V., and Javie Lopez (Whom we've featured on here many times). After making a number of tracks and doing a string of shows in the L.A. area, suddenly N.E.V. decided to leave the group for personal reasons. O.Brown and Javie Lopez then brought along Bernard Williams aka Kaos, leading things for Trilogy to go in the right direction. In 2003, the whole world stopped. Kaos had passed away at the young age of 29.

Two years after the death of his partner in rhyme, O.Brown has completed his debut album, “Day In A Life,” on Sen Dog Cypress Hill's label, LatinThugRecords.com. The Album will be in stores in the Summer of 2006, featuring production from B-Real and Kriv. His lyrics are described as "filled with feeling, his love for the game and the loss of his best friend." Although, O.Brown holds Mellow Man Ace and B-Real of Cypress Hill as his main influences on the mic, he was stays deeply in touch with his roots. Though, born and raised in South Central, his Father being from Belize, introduced him to Reggae music at a young age. This has been a huge influence to his Hip Hop style. His Mother, from Mexico, is where he get's his Latin vibes.

You may have heard the emcee on B Real’s Gunslinger Mixtape, on "Never Back Down" which also featured Mellow Man Ace. His debut single is ready to set the West Coast on fire. Entitled “Los Angeles,” and featuring a hot B-Real hook and verse, with the beat being provided by XL, it's sure to be a West Coast anthem for 2006. Look out for the Remix with Carson's newest hope, the Aftermath signee, Bishop Lamont. Look for O.Brown's collab with songstress MiMi as well.

We have both the song AND video for your eyes and ears to enjoy. Check those out below!

O.Brown feat. B-Real - L.A. (Video)

O.Brown feat. B-Real - L.A. (Radio Edit)

Huge shouts to O.Brown!

SGV

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1138275415 - January 1, 1970 By : Back in the day the Gold Chain was the ultimate symbol of B-Boy Supremacy. It meant that the emcee who dared to wear it was the master of his domain. Today Planet Asia and Walt Liquor of Gold Chain Music and Josh Humiston and Evan K. Bogart from Agency for the Performing Arts bring you "The Gold Chain Music Tour " to bring back that microphone mastery of yesteryear as an alternative to the say-nothing, pseudo-gangster acts of today. Each of the performers on the Gold Chain Music Tour is a master of ceremonies who has the power to excite their audience with enigmatic stage presence and lyrical prowess, bringing the fun and crowd participation back to hip hop shows.

The line-up is an all-star representation of West Coast hip-hop elite. Mr. Gold Chain General himself, Planet Asia headlines the tour as he supports his upcoming release “The Sickness” part one of his “Medi-Cali Trilogy”. Asia’s partner in rhyme, Rasco who recently released “The Dick Swanson Theory” will support and make possible a special reunion set by the Cali Agents! Casual of the legendary Hieroglyphics crew who recently released his underground classic “Smash Rockwell”, and newcomer Flii Stylz who wrote and performed the soundtrack to the critically acclaimed documentary “Rize” about the high powered world of Krump Dancing will round out the emcee lineup. And to cap things off, Northern-Cali’s most connected, DJ E-Rock reppin’ Bomb Bay Radio on Sirius Satellite Radio will be holding down the 1s & 2s all night. Come out and enjoy an amazing night of hip-hop!

The routing is:


Thu 16-Feb-06 Sacramento CA Cal State Sacramento
Fri 17-Feb-06 Chico CA Cal State Chico
Sat 18-Feb-06 Portland OR Berbatis Pan
Sun 19-Feb-06 Seattle WA Studio 7
Mon 20-Feb-06 Bellingham WA The Nightlight
Tue 21-Feb-06 Spokane WA Fat Tuesday's
Wed 22-Feb-06 Eugene OR WOW Hall
Thu 23-Feb-06 San Francisco CA Slims
Fri 24-Feb-06 Fresno CA Star Palace
Sat 25-Feb-06 Reno NV Club Underground
Sun 26-Feb-06 Modesto CA Carver Concert Hall
Tue 28-Feb-06 San Louis Obispo CA Downtown Brew
Thu 2-Mar-06 Solana Beach CA Belly Up Tavern
Fri 3-Mar-06 Long Beach CA The Vault
Sat 4-Mar-06 Los Angeles CA Dragonfly
Sun 5-Mar-06 Tempe AZ Clubhouse
Tue 7-Mar-06 Tuscon AZ Club Congress
Thu 9-Mar-06 Boulder CO Fox Theatre
Fri 10-Mar-06 Park City UT Suede
Mon 13-Mar-06 Aspen CO Belly Up


Don't forget Planet Asia's "The Sickness V.1" is dropping January 31st, we brought you the street single from the project "Gold Chain General" a few weeks ago. We have the video commercial for the album for ya'll to download, check it out below:

Planet Asia - The Sickness V.1 Commercial (4MB QuickTime)

Dubcnn & Gold Chain Music have also teamed up for an exclusive contest, which we will be bringing you this weekend.

Stay tuned!

Nima

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1138318703 - January 1, 1970 By : Kay9ine and Bugg and we at it again, throwin' up the Dub like Cnn" - dubcnn anthem

You know we gotta keep it exclusive on dubcnn, and from time to time we got a special gift for our visitors. This is one of those days, because two of the Wests hottest up and coming artists W.S. Bugg and Kay9ine have gotten together to record a dubcnn anthem.


W.S. Bugg himself hooked up the beat, and the two trade verses and let it be known why dubcnn is THE place to hit up for your Hip-Hop news. Download the song below in Mp3 full quality, bump it, burn it and spread it!

W.S. Bugg & Kay9ine - Dubcnn Anthem (Prod. by W.S. Bugg)

Enjoy the track and I know you've heard a couple dubcnn anthems before but it's about to get crazy, watch out for your favorite rapper letting the world know about dubcnn!

Nima

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1138818779 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn would like to introduce the readers to DJ Ross Hogg and DJ B.Cause out of the San Francisco, Bay Area, They have recently released a mixtape entitled Slump & Grind 2: Bay Area Rap, which is getting the official dubcnn endorsement, as being a stand out mixtape above the rest. These two DJ's have helped to document the recent explosion of the Bay Area hip hop scene by putting together a mix of the highlights of 2005. The mix features tracks from Federation, The Team, Keak Da Sneak, Mistah F.A.B., Mac Dre, Turf Talk, E-40, Dem Hoodstarz, Messy Marv, and everyone making noise in the Bay.

RH states, ""The whole reason we decided to make that mix is because we hadn't really heard a Bay mix that wasn't 'hosted by' someone. We just wanted to make a good CD--the kind people would really want to listen to over and over."

Please make sure to visit DJ Ross Hogg's website at italselection.com, and visit DJ B. Cause's website at 4onefunk.com

DJ Ross Hogg has also recently implemented an online store into his website where you can purchase Slump & Grind 2, or his other mixtapes for $10 a piece, which includes shipping. A great deal considering the quality of the mixing, song selection, and overall production. You can also visit him at MySpace/Rosshogg

Here is the "Slump & Grind Vol. 2" Cover and the tracklist:

1 Intro
2 Done Deal Fam - The Deal
3 Frontline - Now U Know
4 Mac Dre - Me DaMac
5 Federation - What The What
6 Turf Talk f/Doonie Baby & Stres of Federation - Pills & Weed
7 The Team - Bottles Up
8 Zion I f/Clyde Carson, Turf Talk, San Quinn & Casual - The Bay Remix
9 DJ Shadow f/Keak Da Sneak & Turf Talk
10 The DB'z - Disobayish
11 Sean T & Keak Da Sneak - We Don't Stop
12 J Valentine - Go Dumb Interlude/Keak Da Sneak - Superhyphie
13 Turf Talk f/D-Shot & E-40 - Turf Talk Is Back
14 Federation - Hoes In Here
15 Frontline - Bang It
16 B-Legit & E-40 - Guess Who's Back (take u down remix)
17 E-40 & Turf Talk - Doors Open
18 Mistah F.A.B. f/E-40 & Turf Talk - SuperSicWidit
19 The Team - Show Me Your Nasty
20 The Mossie f/E-40, Turf Talk & Federation - Go Ignat
21 Hood Starz - Getz Ya Grown Man On
22 E-40 & Keak Da Sneak - Tell Me When To Go
23 E-40 & Stressmatic - Da Dummy
24 Messy Marv - Get On My Hype
25 Mac Dre f/Mac Mall & E-40
26 Little Bruce - P.I.M.P.
27 DJ Quest f/Eddie K - Ghetto Stash

JustinL

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1138932916 - January 1, 1970 By : This Friday February 3rd, Bleu Collar invites all of Los Angeles' elite street sophisticates to the Bleu Collar 1st Friday 99¢ Special going down @ Little Temple. If you have yet to attend a Bleu Collar 99¢ Special, click here to see LAHipHopCalendar.com flicks of what you have been missing.

The world famous DJ's Phyz Ed. and Gomez Warren will be bringing it on the 1's & 2's, and Bleu Collar as always will be prepared to rip down the stage .

Cover 99¢ (& we'll make sure you get your penny back!) until 11:30pm. Doors open @ 9pm. 21 & Over

Little Temple 4519 Santa Monica Blvd. Santa Monica @ Virgil littletemple.com

Download Bleu Collar's latest release Los Angeles Designer Music Vol 1 @ BleuCollar.com. If you haven't downloaded the Bleu Collar album go to iTunes so you can use your iPod for what is was meant for!!! REAL !#$&

Don't have any friends???? Bleu Collar would like to be yours - Myspace.com/LAHipHop


JustinL

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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!



SGV

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1139220294 - January 1, 1970 By : M Dogg is back with the latest edition of his world famous "The Junkyard" editorial feature. In Volume Two he tackles the perception of Sales Numbers in Hip-Hop; something that at one-time true Hip-Hop fans used to point to when showing how much Hip-Hop has grown, yet they now point to it to show how much Hip-Hop has digressed. Sales today are completely different than they were 20 years ago...read "The Junkyard's" interpretation on this issue. Once you have read the piece head over to the forum to debate any issues.

The Junkyard - The Junkyard - Volume Two: The Importance of Sales Numbers

Once again look for more features from "The Junkyard" Bi-Weekly.

Rud

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1139439379 - January 1, 1970 By : We are back with yet another exclusive interview.
I sat down with singer Jaheim to talk about his new album Ghetto Classics, his rough childhood in Parkway Homes public-housing project, his desire to work with westcoast artists like E-40 and Snoop, he also spoke about the duet album with Cam'ron and so much more.

So make sure you checkout this exclusive interview by clicking here!

His new album titled "Ghetto Classics" will be in stores February 14th.

Yash

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1139516122 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back with some news from Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E. and the rest of the Put Yourself Out Camp. They have been busy working on various projects including the "GTA 3" with the L.A. Mixtape Kings; DJ Warrior and DJ Strong as well as working on solo releases for the roster. Recently they completed the signing of a new group on the label called The Conference which consists of Briz from Philly and Mav from Connecticut. The groups unofficial third member is Eddie Kane Jr. and all three of them can be heard on an exclusive dubcnn download track; Bend Dat Back which will appear on the "GTA3" mixtape.

You will hear more of them on the "GTA3" release and PYO's next mix-album release "Rich in '06" later in the year. Briz, one member of The Conference, is currently holding down the "Battle of the Beats" champion's seat on Raleigh, NC radio station K97.5. This is his fourth consecutive week serving emcees like a waiter. If your in the area tune in and check him out.

In related PYO news, the camp were hanging out with The Black Wall Street last week, now known as Brazil & Wilmington. As a result of the two camps meeting we can exclusively reveal that both N.U.N.E. & Shade Sheist will feature on Young Life's (B&W) upcoming mixtape and Young Life will be on the "GTA3" release. While another B&W emcee Kleva The Terrible will be jumping on both Shade Sheist's next solo album as well as some cuts on "N.U.N.E. & Da Gang."

Look for more news, audio and video from PYO and the B&W collaborations over the coming months. Until then check out the audio posted above and drop your thoughts over at the forum.

Rud

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1139516215 - January 1, 1970 By : Back in December 2005 we dropped a new track from Westurn Union group member Damani called "Gotta Stay Paid." The track we revealed was laced by Warryn "Baby Dubb" Campbell and DJ Reflex and has since received airplay and acclaim across the coast. As a result Damani has teamed up with DJ Reflex again but this time in league with DJ Skee to release a new mixtape to the streets; "Congratulations Playa." The mixtape comprises of 18 tracks leading off with the acclaimed track "Gotta Stay Paid," appearences on the release include Daz Dillinger, WC, Butch Cassidy, Keak Da Sneak and of course Damani's "Partner in Rhyme" Bad Lucc his W.U. collaborator.

Now i know your are feinding for this and as ever we have secured the full mixtape for free download thanks to Damani, Bad Lucc, DJ Reflex and DJ Skee. Support the movement by downloading the mixtape and bumping it, spread the word and check back on dubcnn for exclusive news and audio from both Damani and Bad Lucc. Below is the tracklist, mixtape download link and the back cover which as you will see contains a thank you to us here at dubcnn.com; big ups to Damani & Bad Lucc for their support.

Front Cover | Back Cover

01) Intro
02) Gotta Stay Paid
03) Real Shit
04) Inglewood
05) Reflex Is In Love
06) In Love With a Hoe
07) The Wait Is Over
08) Tuff (Feat. Butch Cassidy)
09) Flow For The World
10) Like That There Tho
11) The Skit That Really Happened
12) You Ain't My Lady
13) Im Still Here (Feat. Bad Lucc)
14) I Don't Care
15) Only In LA (Feat. Daz & WC)
16) Young Gifted and Black
17) I'm Major (Outro)
18) Gotta Stay Paid (Feat. Keak Da Sneak)

DJ Reflex & DJ Skee Present - Congratulations Playa (Mixtape)

Support the movement and spread the word and also please take some time to listen to the music and drop in at the only forum you'll ever need; WestCoast Connection to express your thoughts. Look for more news and audio soon.

Rud

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1139560501 - January 1, 1970 By : The wait is over, the time is now. The good people over at Larceny Entertainment got in touch with dubcnn to let us know that El Dorado Red has just released his latest mixtape; "DJ Radio Presents "The Murder Show" V2 (Eastcoast Edition)." The new release comprises of 16 tracks and includes production from Rick Rock & appearences by Hooda John and Psychoward with the tape being hosted by DJ Radio from The Streetsweepers.

We have the mixtape, courtesy of Larceny Entertainment, available for free download for a limited time so grab it while you can.

This is another mixtape not to be missed so don't miss the chance to download it...grab it now!

Front Cover | Back Cover

01) Intro
02) Sound Of My Blade (Freestyle)
03) Real Pimpin' (Prod. By Rick Rock)
04) A Lil Bit (Freestyle)
05) El Dawg (Prod. By Rick Rock)
06) Freestyle
07) Freestyle
08) Freestyle
09) Murdered (Prod. By Rick Rock)
10) Freestyle (Feat. Psychoward)
11) Life As A G (Feat. Hooda John) (Prod. By Grade A)
12) Soulja Til The End (Prod. By Rob Tenlow A.K.A. Reef)
13) Freestyle
14) Champ Is Here (Prod. By Rick Rock)
15) Freestyle
16) N*ggaz Gonna Die (Prod. By Rick Rock)

DJ Radio & Larceny Entertianment Present - El Dorado Red - Murder Show V2 (Mixtape)

When you have downloaded and listened head over to the forum to express your thoughts.

In related Larceny Entertainment news we have heard that the camp has been working hard on various projects including the group project Eastside to Westside with Young Hootie & El Dorado Red, a new mixtape with DJ Nik Bean (who we previewed work on recently) called "Larceny Ent & Nik Bean Presents: The LA Riots (Us Against Them)," let me assure you that is gonna be off the chain.

Young Hootie is scheduled to release a single to radios and other outlets in time for summer and look for some label and deal issues to be ironed out around that time. In the meantime you can hear Young Hootie on the upcoming Spider Loc mixtape Kings Of L.A. - BANGADOSHISH" on the track "Shoot First". Look for some more videos to be wrapped up by Larceny Entertainment over the coming months.

Look for more exclusives including news and audio from the Larceny Entertainment camp on dubcnn soon. Shouts to Mark Breezy and the entire staff at Larceny Entertainment.

Rud

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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.

LilJay

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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)

Rud

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1139735326 - January 1, 1970 By : Currently holding down the "Newest Joint" spot on dubcnn is Bigg Steele; the reason? Well the track is a heater and is a taste of what his album "Cereal & Water" will contain. "The Streets" is a track dubcnn premiered last month and as ever Bigg Steele hit up dubcnn to drop his latest album preview track; "Holla Back" which features the unmistakable Dirty Birdy of the Homeless Nation.

Bigg Steele wanted us to shed a little light on his sophomore album which is due out in June.

As previously reported the Long Beach rapper is taking a different approach to his follow up, after dropping a party influenced debut album last year not only has the production switched up but the topics are gonna be on a whole different level on this new release. "Cereal & Water" will come with guest appearances from Hi-C, Big Syke, Dirty Birdy, Dr. Stank, Diamonique, Coolwadda, Balance, Juice, Spitfiya, Kokane, and others. This album will be available worldwide, as Steele is currently finalising a major deal for his company Street Currency Entertainment; stay tuned to dubcnn for the exclusive on that!

He also wanted us to make people aware that the new album will come packaged with a movie! Not a low budget feature but a high quality movie release produced by The Cine Theives and starring Bigg Steele, Hi-C, Dirty Birdy, Big Syke & Coolwadda; the movie is titled "Dollas & Sense." If that wasn't enough he has a mixtape ready to drop in the next few weeks called "The Bigg Steele Chronicles 2" and he is currently using his worldwide connections to launch a radio show on Q104 FM in Dublin, Ireland with coverage worldwide via the internet.

The man is busy, real busy, but never to busy to get at dubcnn with the latest music, below you can hear the latest track "Holla Back" featuring Dirty Birdy and his current album taster in out "Newest Joint" spot for the next few days.

Bigg Steele - Holla Back (Feat. Dirty Birdy)

Don't forget that Bigg Steele is working with Dubcnn on a major project, a compilation containing exclusive songs from various West Coast artists, both new and established so stay tuned for more news on that soon.

Rud

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1139794700 - January 1, 1970 By : Producer on-the-rise Young Trey off Mack 10 & Westside Connection fame has been paying dues by producing hits for the Hoo Bangin' fam, most recently Mack 10's "Hustla's Handbook". The producer is now putting out a "Best-of" mixtape called "W.E.S.T. Radio Volume 1", featuring some of the songs he produced for various artists, including The Comrads, Snoop Dogg, Westside Connection, Mack 10, Da Hood, W.C., E-40, Too Short, the Young Hoggs, CJ Mac, and many more. Not only does the mixtape feature recent and brand new exclusive tracks, but he also has different artists calling in and requesting songs, making this project a full radio show experience. Some of the artists calling in include The Game, King T, W.C., Mack 10, and a lot more.

Below is the final tracklist for the mixtape. Expect a little audio preview soon on Dubcnn. The mixtape will also be available in our online store, so stick around!


Tracklist & Cover For "W.E.S.T. Radio Mixtape Vol. 1":



01. 60.1 Radio Drop - S.W.A.T.
02. Intro - Young Trey
03. Live Wire - Young Hoggs & Bosko
04. Song Request - The Game
05. Don't Get Outta Pocket - Westside Connection
06. Song Request - Money Grip of S.W.A.T.
07. Gangsta - Money Grip, Young Trey, Young Hoggs
08. Song Request - Dawn
09. Speak On It - Comrads & Snoop Dogg
10. Song Request - King Tee
11. Keep Hustlin' - W.C. Feat. E-40 & Too Short
12. Song Request - W.C.
13. Call 911 - Westside Connection
14. Song Request - J.Man
15. Ain't Got A Penny To Give - Young Hoggs
16. Song Request - Mack 10
17. From Tha Streetz - Mack 10
18. Snitch Report - Stacy Granite
19. From Tha Streetz (continued) - Mack 10
20. Song Request - Jamie D.
21. K to The M.A.C. - K Mac
22. Song Request - M.P. of S.W.A.T.
23. For the Money - Mack 10 Feat. ODB & Buck Shot
24. Song Request - DJ Crazy Toones
25. Hittin' Switches - Da Hood
26. Song Request - Big Les
27. Look At Us Now - Da Hood Feat. Butch Cassidy
28. Song Request - Big Kemo
29. Hoodsta Fo Life - Young Trey, K Mac, CJ Mac
30. Song Request - TJ Santana of Young Hoggs
31. L.A. Fo Ya - Da Hood
32. Song Request - Young Dre
33. Let The Games Begin - Mack 10 Feat. Fat Joe & Big Pun
34. Song Request - Wify
35. Chevy On Thangs - Young Trey

LilJay

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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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1140624655 - January 1, 1970 By : Ice Cube has been making a strong comeback to the music business lately with a new single getting radio play, a new album in the works, a tour planned, and a couple other side projects cooking. If this wasn't enough, the brainiac also produced the upcoming Fox Networks series "Black.White.". The reality show, which premieres March 8th, is about one white and one black family who come together under one roof in Los Angeles as they prepare to go out in the world as the other race.

Ice Cube has also been secured to do the official theme song for the show, entitled "Race Card". And known for being a political rapper, Ice Cube was definitely the right person chosen.

"Don’t believe the hype, everything in the world ain’t black and white / everybody ain’t a stereotype / just because I look wrong I'm about to do right", Cube raps in the title song, which also includes his sharp rejection of an oft-cited phrase: "Did you get your race card? Yo, what the hell is a race card?"

In support of the documentary, Ice Cube also shot a video for the song. A lot of talk, lets see and hear the outcome, as Dubcnn has both the video and audio of "Race Card" below. Download it and hit the forum with some feedback!

Ice Cube - Race Card (MP3 Audio)
Ice Cube - Race Card (WMV Video)

In related news, the official Ice Cube website recently added the video for Ice Cube's song "Chrome & Paint" to the website. The song features WC and is Cube's street single off "Laugh Now, Cry Later", due out June 6th.

LilJay

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1140744484 - January 1, 1970 By : San Diego's hope Mitchy Slick is finally ready to release his sophomore album. After the smash album "Triggeration Station", Mitchy had everybody fiending for more Wrong Kind music. He's also part of the Strong Arm Steady crew with Xzibit, Krondon & Phil Da Agony. Now, after settling for Angeles Records as his new home, Mitch is set to drop his highly anticipated "Urban Survival Syndrome" on May 16th 2006.

Check out the official press release below:

After releasing two huge albums in one day on October 25, 2005 – DJ Muggs vs. GZA/The Genius “Grandmasters” and Self Scientific “Change” – Angeles Records has announced the next big thing…Urban Survival Syndrome from MITCHY SLICK . Urban Survival Syndrome, or USS, will hit the streets on May 16th, 2006.

After building a name for himself on the local scene in San Diego, also known as the “Salty D,” with his independent label Wrong Kind Records and his smash independent album “Triggeration Station” Mitchy became a member of the Strong Arm Steady crew alongside Xzibit, Krondon and Phil the Agony. After working with DJ Khalil, and building a business friendship with DJ Muggs, Mitchy chose Angeles Records for the home of Urban Survival Syndrome. “My thing was that Muggs and them got a steady track record of keeping they businesses running. I peeped they style and how they get down it wasn’t like most of these labels that’s really a gang or ‘hood or family-oriented – Angeles just seemed like a regular record label to me. ‘Cause I’m about business, I’ve already done a lot of ‘hood shit, now it’s about business,” explains Mitchy.

DJ Muggs is equally excited about the working relationship with Mitchy and the upcoming album, “Mitch has a great work ethic, and he’s built himself a following already. I’ve been peeping him for a while – the way he moves is straight business and he understands the way the game works – on top of being the next big thing out of the west,” Muggs explains. “When I got him in the studio, he works like a vet. Ya’ll better recognize Mitchy Slick…the new West.”

The album’s title, Urban Survival Syndrome, is based on an actual disorder. After releasing Triggeration Station, Mitchy came up with the title for USS because Urban Survival Syndrome is a last option used in murder cases or urban-area cases. There was a cat named Damian Osby – he caught 2 murder beefs in Texas. He basically tried to use the fact that he didn’t have no other choice because of his environment and what he grew up having to endure. That was his defense plea in his case, just like post-trauma! tic stress disorder.”

Unlike many “gangsta rappers” and studio gangsters, Mitchy Slick is the product of the rough streets of San Diego – a place where youth are bred to become gang members. Mitchy himself was indoctrinated into gang life in the most unlikely of places – a youth football league. “Pop Warner was the hangout, and the Pop Warner colors were the color of my gang. That’s slick though, I’m 9 years old, I’m the quarterback, the linebacker is lookin’ at me crazy, and they got on the color that their gang wear – the red and black – and I got on the color my neighborhood wear – green – and at 9 years old, you expect me to make the right choice about gangbanging?”!

Mitchy Slick is a new breed of street MC, who hustles harder at the music business than he did in the streets. And with production from DJ Muggs, DJ Khalil, and Fredwreck; Urban Survival Syndrome is sure to rock the streets and the airwaves alike.

Nima

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1140871302 - January 1, 1970 By : When we asked Jayo Felony about a year ago who from San Diego he works with, he said "Man I don't f-ck wit nobody but my n-gga C-Hecc. My n-gga C-Hecc is my lil homie from my hood and that's who I f-ck wit on that rap sh-t. He spittin' that sh-t, he comin' wit it!". I recieved many emails from peoples asking about C-Hecc, and now we have got an exclusive preview track from C-Hecc's upcoming mixtape "Menace To The Industry" dropping soon.

It is obvious that his style is heavily influenced by Jayo, however I don't view that as a bad thing, because we all know he can spit!

C-Hecc - Menace To The Industry

In addition to his mixtape, C-Hecc also recently formed a group with Cee Wee 3 and Mooch Massive called the Thuggin Cuzzins, be on the lookout for audio from that right here very soon. Shouts out to C-Hecc and my boy Sabotawj. Stay tuned!

Nima

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1141043828 - January 1, 1970 By : M Dogg is back with the latest edition of his world famous "The Junkyard" editorial feature. In Volume Three he apologises for the extra wait for this installment however for more than good reason. My thoughts and prayers go out to M Dogg, his uncle and family at this time and i am sure the dubcnn readership shares in my comments. M Dogg has however taken some time to compile a catalogue of "Random Thoughts" regarding the westcoast. He touches on topics including E-40 and the "Hyphy" phenomenon, Ice Cube and his independent route, The Game, Warren G, Ras Kass, Xzibit, Spider Loc and Bishop Lamont and his ticket to superstardom as well as a much more!

Once you have read the piece head over to the forum to debate any issues you may have and if you wish to leave your regards for M Dogg.

The Junkyard - The Junkyard - Volume Three: Random Thoughts

Once again look for more features from "The Junkyard" Bi-Weekly. Check the Junkyard Index to read his previous editions including the acclaimed Volume Two; "Sales Numbers."

Rud

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1141073932 - January 1, 1970 By : Soul Hood Entertainment is a household label to dubcnn visitors by now. Home to Lifestyle, Mecca Dawn, Porno Style & Prime, they've been on the grind, releasing "Stylefornia Mixtape" Vol. 1 & 2. This year, Lifestyle got their "Lubrication" album coming, and P.S.C.'s "Frat House".

Mecca Dawn, the female artist on the label, is finishing up her mixtape "Mecc-A-Nism: Chapter 2" and I have a preview track for ya'll to check out. It's called "Soulja" and features Jadakiss, Daron of 112 & H.I.T. of Lifestyle. Check it out below:

Mecca Dawn - Soulja (ft. Jadakiss, Daron (112) & H.I.T. (Lifestyle))

Also on the plate for 2006 is Soul Hood artist Prime, who you see on your right. He is currently working on his debut album "The System". Yes, of course, we got some audio for ya'll to listen to! The track is called "Pay Off", and Prime really shows off his skills over an upbeat production. Here it go:

Prime - Pay Off

If you like what you hear, or if you don't, click here to leave feedback on the forum!

That's it for now, but you already know dubcnn is gonna keep you up to date, check back for some new Lifestyle audio soon!

Nima

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1141086842 - January 1, 1970 By : A brand new edition of the Dubcnn Throwback Joint is up and running! Not only do we cover certified classics for the throwback ride, but also unreleased tracks that never hit the public. One of those songs from the latter category was handpicked for this week's edition. We got two of the biggest talents on the West Coast teaming up and repping the I.E. as usual: Dr. Stank, who received his first coverage in the internet world on Westcoast2k.net back in 2002, along with partner in crime Dirty Birdy.

They recorded a bangin' ass song together a few years ago called "Diznuzit", a track which was supposed to be featured on Stank's solo album "The Odor" on MCA Records. Since the album never saw the light of day, the track remained unreleased. And this song is just too tight to keep it in the archive, so we decided to leak this exclusive for everybody to hear. The cut was produced by Dr. Stank himself, and Dirty Birdy sings on the hook. Download the MP3 below and hit up our forums with some feedback!

Dr. Stank & Dirty Birdy - Diznuzit

In related news, Dr. Stank has just finished his highly anticipated street project "The Odor" which will be released next week. The album consists of 22 bangers from Dr. Stank's various stages in his career. But stick around for a minute or two to get the full scoop on that!

LilJay

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1141125629 - January 1, 1970 By : E-40 has been asking "Tell Me When To Go" along with Oakland's Keak Da Sneak for weeks now and as a result he has been tearing up the charts. The result has been much needed attention to the Bay Area once again with states going crazy for the sound; even the world has taken notice.

We, as ever, chopped it up with the legend that is E-40 earlier this month and spoke about the single and the album, the Bay Area, how his career has progressed and much more. If you missed it (shame on you!) click here to check it out.

Since then, with the buzz created by the single, E-40 has linked up through DJ Skee with L.A. representer The Game for the remix to the smash hit "Tell Me When To Go." The track is, as i am sure you will be anticpating prior to download, going to be hot - and rest assured it does not dissapoint. We have the track for download below as ever and we urge you to check it our then hit up our forum with some feedback in our already popular thread!

E-40 - Tell Me When To Go (Remix) (Feat. The Game & Keak Da Sneak)

Shouts to DJ Skee for allowing us to present the track here on dubcnn.

Rud

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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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1141310256 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Skee is back alongside Mister Cartoon to present the third installment of the official "Joker Brand Mixtape," this time hosted by none other than the West Coast's next mega-star, and dubcnn regular Omar Cruz - FKA Blunts LLA. The latest mixtape, entitled "Who Has The Last Laugh Now," replaces the extremely successful "Joker Brand - Tears Of A Clown" line and brings a new twist to the series, this time the mixtapes integrate various Hip-Hop tracks with the original sample that each song was created from. For example, you can hear Bootsy Collin's (Parliament) "Whats A Telephone Bill" mixed into 2Pac's classic "Str8 Ballin" and The Isley Brothers "Footsteps In The Dark" mixed with its classic Hip-Hop counterpart; Ice Cube's "Today Was A Good Day."

Due to the amount of work done to put this compilation together and DJ Skee's impressive record collection, there is no tracklisting for the CD which features of 30 tracks. As Omar Cruz states on the CD: "Either you know, or you don't!"

DJ Skee talks further on the release stating: "The mixtape has a ton of uncredited samples in it, ranging from everyone from the P Funk movement to Barbara Streisand - I mean even A&R's who worked on some of these records didn't even know what the original sample was - this CD is truly an example of diggin' in tha crates."

The mixtape was made available last week exclusively at the Joker Brand booth in Las Vegas, the limited first edition of 10,000 copies became out of stock within 2 days. Everyone else will half to stay tuned for the official version dropping in the streets within the next few weeks.

As ever we have some audio from the release for you to enjoy, thanks to DJ Skee for allowing us to present the media below. The two tracks are the afforementioned Ice Cube & 2 Pac sample examples from the mixtape.

Boosty Collins Vs Tupac - Str8 Ballin (Sample: "Whats A Telephone Bill")
Isley Brothers Vs Ice Cube - Today Was A Good Day (Sample: Footsteps In The Dark)

Enjoy the tracks, and if you like what you hear, make sure to click onto DJ Skee.com and lookout for his online store coming soon to order the mixtape. Also ensure you tune into DJ Skee's radio show this week where Omar Cruz will be the special guest; talking about his label situation and world premiering some new music!

Rud

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1141312540 - January 1, 1970 By : Another day another exclusive. Today we have the honour of presenting exclusive Video Footage of the Ice Cube "Laugh Now, Cry Later" listening party which we attended on February 28th 2006 at SIR Studios. We were among the world's press invited to a private listening party for Ice Cube's latest solo release. The party was incredible, the venue, the support shown by artists and press alike; but most importantly the music was the focal point and it believe us when we say - it did not disappoint. The event was hosted by the man himself, Ice Cube who even took time out to speak on camera with dubcnn for an Exclusive Mini Interview where he discusses the album.

Artists including Nate Dogg, W.C. and Murs were in attendence as well as the Cali Untouchable DJ's DJ Strong & DJ Warrior. The footage and pictures we have from the event are available below in our exclusive gallery, where you can find the tracklist for "Laugh Now, Cry Later", a report of the event and the music, tracks to listen to from the album and much more. Do not miss out on this footage, you will not be dissapointed. Thanks to Ice Cube & his publicists for the invitation to the event and to all those involved at dubcnn in the coverage and creation of this feature.

Ice Cube - "Laugh Now Cry Later" Listening Party Feature

Rud

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1141399585 - January 1, 1970 By : San Diego's Tiny Doo of Mitchy Slick's Wrongkind Records recently released his new mixtape entitled "What It Doo". The mixtape is a tool to get the world up on who Tiny is as a solo artist, and to create a buzz for his upcoming solo album "Stripes". The album is still in the works and might even be released with the help from Angeles Records. Most of the original production on "What It Doo" was handeled by Dubb Knox, with Dow Jones doing the hosting duties. Tiny is also readying a new mixtape with Dow Jones off his "Play Your Position" mixtape series which will be completed soon.

Dubcnn has a little audio preview of the "What It Doo" mixtape. On top of that we also have a new song which Tiny leaked earlier this week. It's called "100 Barz" and it's a good showcase for Tiny's creativity and songwriting talent.

Tracklisting & Audio:

01 Intro ft. Greeny Green
02 My First Time ft. Mitchy Slick
03 Gave You A Pass ft. Tha WrongKind
04 Get Money ft. Pay Da Boy
05 My Response/Nemo Drop
06 Just Another Day
07 Drapped Up (remix)
08 Mitchy Slick Drop/Ride Thru The Southeast
09 Southeast 1,2/Phil The Agony Drop
10 Drug Flippin ft. Mitchy Slick & Damu
11 Caught Up
12 Back To Cali ft. Pay Da Boy
13 Mitchy Drop/Freestyle/Get Ya Doe ft. B-Stone
14 Klack Wit Kaution ft. Baby Madd & K-Bizz/We All Savages ft. Greeny Green & Ric Nutt/Damu Drop
15 T.I.N.Y. ft. Mitchy Slick/Doin To Much ft. Tha WrongKind
16 Dead Wrong (Freestyle)
17 Pimp Shit ft. Damu & Mitchy Slick
18 Tiny Doo Drop/Get Down Where You Mad At (snippet)
19 Warning ft. Damu
20 Unpredictable (remix) ft. Pay Da Boy
21 Stripes (snippet)

Tiny Doo - 100 Barz

If you like the tracks make sure you pick up a copy of "What It Doo", it's available in our online store. What that Wrongkind like?!!!

LilJay

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1141411138 - January 1, 1970 By : Tonight marks the end of an era.

The VERY LAST, Bleu Collar 99¢ Special @ Little Temple. Seeing that this is Bleu Collar's last night @ Little Temple, we will be forced to blow the roof off the B@#!h, In a Major Way! Holding down the 1's & 2's is the world famous DJ Phyz Ed & Gomez Warren. Los Angeles if you have never attended a Bleu Collar function you should feel ashamed, embarrassed, & deprived but it's not too late, you can rectify all of that by being there March 3rd.


The MVP of Bleu Collar, DJ Phyz ED will be celebrating his birthday. Last but not least it's also the official birthday celebration for Diz Gibran & Kristian Forte

We can't emphasize enough, get there early, DON'T say we didn't tell you!!!!!!! Cover 99¢ (& we'll make sure you get your penny back!) until 11:30pm.

Come be a part of Los Angeles history. Doors open @ 9pm. 21 & Over
Little Temple 4519 Santa Monica Blvd. Santa Monica @ Virgil
LittleTemple.com

Out now, 'Los Angeles Designer Music Vol 1', stop depriving yourself & go to BleuCollar.com & download your copy.... Visit them on MySpace - MySpace.com/LAHipHop

Check out the Bleu Collar flyer here.

JustinL

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1141419706 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn.com hooked up with Hoodstars.net February 4th, 2006 to attent a show by Atmosphere in The Netherlands. Support act of the evening was Rhymesayers label mate Brother Ali.

Brother Ali introduced himself by saying “Ladies and gentleman, my name is Brother Ali, I’m from Minneapolis, Minnesota and I believe that I am possibly the sexiest motherfucker that ever lived.” The man has a lot of interaction with the crowd and kicks jokes from time to time. Ali started off the evening with a couple of freestyles and the rest of the 20 minute show he did some out of his own catalogue.

Over to the main act of the evening: Atmosphere. Thanks to a great performance from his “Big Bad Brother Ali” rapper Slug didn’t need to do a whole lot to get everyone in the mood. “What’s it been? About 2 years? Who was here last time we was here? Who wasn’t here last time we was here? Who has never seen us before? It’s a beautiful thing.” With songs like "Always Coming Back Home To You", "Party For The Fight To Write", "God Loves Ugly", "Poor Me Another" and "Between The Lines" the vibe of the performance was real good.

Every Atmosphere member got their own little solo and at the end of the 45 minutes show there was a little surprise! While everyone thought the show was over, Atmosphere came back on stage with Brother Ali! They performed two songs together and went off, but enough of that! Below you can check out some of the footage from the show and judge yourself!

Click here to watch the show!

Brother Ali gave Dubcnn a shoutout watch it by clicking here

To watch the funny Atmosphere shoutout click here.

Yash

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1141590818 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been a great week with exclusive features and exclusive interviews so we decided to wrap the week up with a huge audio update.

Most of you know that Spice 1 & Mc Eiht released their second duo album called "Keep It Gangsta". Dubcnn let's you listen to the track entitled "No One Else" from the album.

Rap-A-Lot will release another Scarface album entitled "My Homies part 2" on tuesday which has a few new songs as well as some of his classic collabos. "My Life" featuring The Geto Boys is the song that stands out.

As we continue on I'd like to show you guys a tight track from a group called Mad Four. They come from Compton LA and they are resurrecting Compton with their album "Compton Resurrection".
Listen to the first single "Compton Resurrection" and lookout for these young hungry rappers.

Paris will release a new project on tuesday called "Hard Truth Soldiers Volume 1" and it's a very good album with new songs by Mc Ren, Paris, Kam and Dead Prez just to name a few.
We have 2 tracks for you to preview first one is Kam "Can't Break Me" and the other one is by Dead Prez entitled "Throw Your Hands Up".

Pre-order the album and Public Enemys latest album over at www.guerillafunk.com.

Everybody knows by now that Lil E (the son of Gangsta raps father Eazy E)is dropping an album this year. If I tell you that Dr Dre's son is getting ready to drop his own mixtape and album how would you react? His name is Hood Surgeon and here's the song called "Malpractice" from his upcoming mixtape "The Autopsy". We will have more on Hood Surgeon later this month.

Next up I wanted to show you guys 2 tracks from a group that’s been slept on. Their name is Hood Stars and their album "Hood Reality" was released last month. They have 40 Glocc, Yukmouth, Lil Scrappy on the song called "Hood Reality" and they worked with The Game and Allen Anthony on the song "East Side". Make sure you cop their pretty solid album in stores now!

To finish this week with a bang, I have a song from the upcoming C-Bo and Killa Tay album "The Moment Of Truth", where Yukmouth disses Spider Loc and G Unit in his verse on the song "Ride For A Nigga". Make sure you pre-order this album on www.siccness.net!


Yash

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1141592185 - January 1, 1970 By : As Dubcnn previously reported, Riverside rhyme slinger Dr. Stank has recently completed his longawaited and official debut project "The Odor". The mixtape / street album is finally here and Stank teamed up with Dubcnn to bring you this project to have it available for purchase from the Dubcnn online store.

Everybody who's familiar with Stank's music knows what he is capable of. And the Doc did not disappoint his fans, as he measured up to his hype by bringing a fresh project to West Coast Hip Hop. “The Odor” is a project with a lot of substance and diversity, and his unique style is one of the reasons this MC is being looked at one of the biggest talents on the Left Coast underground scene.

“The Odor” contains 22 songs (plus 4 Skits by Gangsta Granny) which he recorded during different stages in his career. Those stages showcase his different mindstates, like his very first radio hit “Whats Crackalackin” (early Stank fans remember that one from back in 2002) which got people’s attention. The song was followed by the radio hit “Put The Stank In It” featuring Dub C, which was the song that got him his deal at MCA Records. Also featured on the project is the banger “Thatz How We Diznuzit” featuring Dirty Birdy, which we recently featured as the exclusive Dubcnn Throwback Joint.

Dubcnn got one last audio preview from “The Odor”. These are the tracks “Who Want It”, along with “Thatz How We Diznuzit” (both produced by Stank).

Below is the complete tracklisting along with the writing and production credits. As you can see, Stank handled the majority of the production with Crackajack, Dirty Birdy, Big Tank, Fingazz helping him out on a couple tracks. On the guest appearances he’s joined by Sly Boogy, Dirty Birdy, W.C., Funcsta Func, and others.


1. The Birth Of Smelly Von Stinchnose (Intro) (Produced by Dirty Birdy & Crackajack)
2. Stanky (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
3. The Girlz Go Crazy (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
4. Cold World (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
5. Everything To Prove (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
6. West Coast Anthem (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
7. O.G. Gangsta Granny Skit 1
8. Poppin Off (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
9. Anything But My Doe (feat. Audio Live, Vivid, and Dirty Birdy) (Produced by Fingazz)
10. Put The Stank In It (feat. W.C.) (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
11. Whats Crackalackin (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
12. Pop Ya Cherry (feat. Sly Boogy) (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
13. Bizadig Skit (feat. Johnny B.)
14. Who Want It (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
15. So Pimpish (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
16. Monkey Mouf Skit (feat. Gangsta Granny)
17. Can U Feel It (feat Dirty Birdy) (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
18. Hawgin (Written by Dr. Stank Produced by Big Tank)
19. Poke Sumthin (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
20. Fanbase (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
21. Me vs. Me (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
22. Broke No More (feat. Funcsta Func and Dirty Birdy) (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
23. Thatz How We Diznuzit (feat. Dirty Birdy) (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
24. Lil Mama (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
25. IG Spit (Written and Produced by Dr. Stank)
26. O.G. Gangsta Granny (Outro)


"The Odor" is now available for pre-order from Dubcnn (through PayPal) for the low price of $13.00. This is a global fee and it includes shipping & handling. The mixtape will ship next week.

Click on the button below to get your copy!

Dr. Stank - The Odor

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1141682303 - January 1, 1970 By : Coming out of the Southwest into a game that is laden with the thuggish image, the bling bling and spinning rims, this dynamic duo, Marqus and Kontoob out of Track Team Music Group (TTMG) bring a whole new and fresh paradigm to the hip hop world. In an environment unknown for creating legendary Hip Hop artists, Marqus and Kontoob, have managed to gain a local fan base numbering in the ten’s of thousands using their Universal Hip-Hop party feel.

They have opened up for several artist such as, Lil’Rob, NB Ridaz, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Ludacris and Frankie J to name a few.
Marqus and Kontoob recently teemed up with hit producer Fingazz of Streetlight Productions to produce for their sophomore CD entitled, “"Game Time”. The first single “"Don’t Let Me Go" is a combination of Fingazz’s hit production, Marqus & Kontoob’s countless rap verse and a touch of TTMG’s Latina R&B artist Sarah Alvarez.

The single is currently receiving radio spins at KHQT Hot 103 in their home base of Las Cruces, New Mexico. Other areas of radio play include KMRK Wild 96.1 in Odessa, TX, and KCDY CD 104 The Jams in Carlsbad, NM. Check it out below:

Marqus & Kontoob - Don't Let Me Go (ft. Sarah Alvarez) (Prod. by Fingazz)

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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!

Nima

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1141768460 - January 1, 1970 By : The Bloc Runnaz are an up and coming crew from the West, and they're back once again with a new mixtape. It's called "New West Attitue", check out the cover in full size by clicking on the small picture to your left.

The mixtape features the Bloc Runnaz, the BoomaRang Gang and recent tracks by the West Coasts finest. The album is available at most of the online mixtape stores. Any sites and/or distributors/shops that would like to order this product wholesale can contact mixtapes@blocupmixtapez.com for prices.

Check out the tracklisting, aswell as 3 preview tracks from the mixtape below:

1. Ice Cube ft. WC – Chrome & Paint
2. The Game – 240 Bars
3. Lil Eazy – That Fire
4. Snoop Dogg – Get Rich and Die Tryin’ (New Premier)
5. Hood – 100 Bars (Tha Warning Shot) (Exclusive)
6. Yukmouth – Playa Hata
7. BoomaRang Gang ft. Halo – Freestyle (Exclusive)
8. Balance ft. Seam – Rise (Exclusive)
9. Ice Cube – Why We Thugs (New Premier)
10. The Game – 360 Degrees (New Premier)
11. Lil Tuff - Payback (Exclusive)
12. Suga Free ft. Snoop Dogg – So Fly (Remix)
13. Bloc Runnaz - Freestyle (Exclusive)
14. I-Rocc, Smigg Dirtee, Bossman Hogg – Run Away (Exclusive)
15. Krumb Snatcha ft. Ras Kass – Move (Exclusive)
16. Young Hootie – Larceny Army (Exclusive)
17. Scipio – Still In The Hood
18. Ice Cube – Child Support (Explicit Premier)
19. Lil Eazy – Get It Crackin’
20. Dogg Pound – Sittin On 23’z

Enjoy the music, and be on the lookout for more coming out the Bloc Up camp, including a Bloc Runnaz album, and BoomaRang Gang album, and solo project. For more information, hit up myspace.com/blocrunnaz.

Nima

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1141768952 - January 1, 1970 By : Who is Frank Nitty? You don't know? We gotta school you on that then, because Frank Nitty has been a significant figure on the West Coast for the past decade. If you don't know who Frank Nitty is, ask your favorite rapper. He'll know! Known for making it happen behind the scenes, hooking up features for artists, shows, distribution deals, and much more, Frank Nitty has been grinding hard. He recently celebrated his birthday at club Incahoots in Riverside, and countless people came out to support.

Sly Boogy, Bad Azz, Pomona City Ridaz, MC Eiht, Chocolate, Hood Surgeon (Dr. Dre son), the Low Lifes are just a few of the people that you're gonna be able to check out in an exclusive 30 minute documentary of Frank Nitty's birthday that we have exclusively right here for ya'll on dubcnn.

Peep game, ride with Frank Nitty for half an hour, find out what he's about and why he is who he is, see live performances from Sly Boogy (We Thuggin'), Bad Azz (Wrong Idea), the Pomona City Ridaz and more, interviews and backstage footage of the birthday party, and much more.

For those who can't view videos or are on a sidekick, we've also got the transcribed version of the interview parts of the footage so ya'll can read that. Enjoy the show, and stay tuned, because you're gonna be hearing way more of Frank Nitty in 2006!

Check it out: Frank Nitty's Birthday Party - The Report (Audio & Text) (30min/108MB)

This was merely an introduction to Frank Nitty. Mark my words, you're gonna be hearing alot more from the man with the Shirley Temples. I hope ya'll enjoy the video footage, you ain't gonna get this anywhere else but right here, on dubcnn.

Nima

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1141981515 - January 1, 1970 By : After dedicating some of the last "Junkyard" feature to Ice Cube M Dogg has taken the time to write Volume Three Point Five solely focusing on the Hip-Hop vet and his upcoming album; "Laugh Now, Cry Later." He gives his thoughts on what he has heard of the album thus far and gives his reasoning why the album could be the most important Hip-Hop release of the year.

As ever its no holding back for M Dogg, his cutting edge angle is sure to provoke thought and discussion over at the dubcnn community.


For those fans of the last issue "Random Thoughts" he has even included a handful of those at the foot of this edition. Once you have read the piece head over to the dubcnn community to debate any issues you may have.

The Junkyard - Volume Three Point Five: Threat In The World

Once again look for more features from "The Junkyard" Bi-Weekly. Check the Junkyard Index to read his previous editions including the acclaimed Volume Two; "Sales Numbers" and his "Random Thoughts" issue.

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1141997833 - January 1, 1970 By : As we have been reporting, MC Eiht is slated to release his new solo album "Affiliated" this spring. We revealed recently that Eiht had just signed a distribution deal for his record label, West Music, Inc. in a joint venture with Paid In Full/Koch.

The upcoming album is slated for an April 4th release and we have exclusively received word that the album will feature 2 tracks with the legendary scratching of Comptons Most Wanted’s Mike T, who ripped on Eiht’s gangsta melodies including; "2 Comptons MF'z" and "Which Way Iz Up."

MC Eiht recently spoke on the new deal; "The promotion will be better, the distribution is better, the label that I have the joint venture with this time is more professional than what was happening with my other independent projects. They don't hesitate to get things done."

The album's first single is "Say Nothing/Comptons Back." produced by Raw Steel. In addition to the Compton rap legend, the song also features Comptons Most Wanted's Chill and Bam, along with King T, who rides shotgun. We exclusively premiered this song back in August, courtesy of King T, as it's also featured on King T's latest project "The Boss Up Mixtape". This is the track that Julio G recently refered to on KDay - shouts to Julio G!

If you missed our world premiere of the first single last year, here is the song again, "Say Nothing/Comptons Back".

MC Eiht - CPT'z Back (Feat. CMW & King T)

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1142422161 - January 1, 1970 By : "I spit for South Central and speak for the ghetto. From my hood to your hood we all go through similar things and im hear to report what's real for the real." Words from the voice of South Central Los Angeles; Cash Dniro.

Why that name? Well it combines the birthname of Mohammed Ali (Cassius) & the surname of the actor Robert De Niro in shortened format; the reasoning, Cash Dniro is a combination of both Power and Skill. Raised in the 80's in South Central he was growing up in the crack era of Los Angeles. In the late 80's he related to life through music and opted that in later life it would be an avenue he could vent his thoughts through.

We have been brought to the attention of Cash Dniro and have been impressed by his flow and his style, when you hear the tracks below the lyrics and the tone of his voice will stick with you. He is currently working on new material this year however he already as a full album available for free download on his Soundclick page. Also look for Cash Dniro to make apperances with the other memebers of the LA Zuu later this year. For now we have two tracks available for download, both produced by Vyente who has laced beats for Ras Kass, Black Rob & Nivea. Both tracks are from Cash Dniro's street album; "True Lies (My Reality)" available on his imprint A.M.P Ent (About My Paper/About My People) - look for more news and audio on dubcnn over the coming months from Cash Dniro. Until then enjoy the audio and let us know your thought on the dubcnn community.

Cash Dniro - The Homies (Produced By: Vyente)
Cash Dniro - Tragic (Produced By: Vyente)

Make sure to visit Cash Dniro's MySpace pages or visit his Soundclick page.

Rud

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1142441064 - January 1, 1970 By : Underground Stand-Up; the duo who are devoted to jazzy samples, danceable beats, intricate rhyme skills and laid-back humor are back, westcoast please open the door once again to the People Under the Stairs.

The group who formed when Mike Turner (Double K) and Chris Portugal (Thes One) met on the fringe of L.A.'s late-'90s hip-hop underground. They came together to release their 1998 acclaimed debut album "The Next Step" and followed it up in 2000 with "Question in the Form of an Answer."

With the acclaim and underground success they toured with De La Soul and took their road experiences and brought it to the studio to record their next album. The final results became apparent in the summer of 2002 under the album name O.S.T. This release received acclaim worldwide and as such has sold over 35,000 copies to date bringing People Under the Stairs to the forefront of the underground and its follow-up album, "Or Stay Tuned..." complemented this release and allowed the group to headline nation-wide tours.

Known for serving up playful back-and-forth rhymes set to vinyl-centric production, Thes One and Double K are now back with Stepfather and had this to say about the release: "People are really going to be surprised by this album, we’re flipping the script on this one, coming with an extremely progressive approach. We study a lot of music theory and classic material, and this album reflects that. Even when we did the old school tracks on the album, we still tried to push the envelope with vocal settings and drum patterns," explained Thes One.

Using obscure vintage drum machines and running mic pre-amps to the point of intentional distortion, PUTS created a sonic kaleidoscope of textured and layered beats which are complimented by their refreshingly cool narratives of the L.A. Hip Hop life. A better description of Stepfather might be that of a Hip Hop history book on tape. From the old school beats with those classic SP 1200 drums and rich Hammond organ keys to new school progressive tracks with live guitar and bass, "Stepfather" is by far PUTS’s most intricate and musically advanced album.

It can be seen on the album that the group are offering a much more personal perspective into the lives of Thes One and Double K. On the track “Days Like This,” Double K reflects on his modest upbringing and the struggles that his mother endured in order to provide for the family, while Thes One offers a personal thanks to his father who labored has a fruit field worker so that his son may live a better life. On “Reflections,” Double K and Thes One lament in vivid detail their recognition of the moral vacuum that plagues today’s society. From these heavy hearted songs to the light and head nodding barbecue anthems such as “Jamboree pt. 1”, Thes One and Double K explore the spectrum of human emotions and offer their most personal music to date.

With an amazing live show and a loyal fan base hungry for their next album, People Under The Stairs’ "Stepfather" will undoubtedly be one of Hip Hop’s biggest releases of 2006! "Stepfather" features guest appearances from legendary Funkadelic and Parliament member George Clinton, Monty Stark (Stark Reality), and Kat of Crown City Rockers. The album will also included a bonus documentary-style DVD that includes show footage and a short film.

As ever dubcnn has been given some new audio from the release to share with you and we urge you to take a listen, both fans and new listeners alike, People Under The Stairs are unique and have an ear for production and a melodic flow that I guarentee will get you hooked! Enjoy the audio and let us know your thoughts via the dubcnn community.

People Under The Stairs - Step In
People Under The Stairs - Tuxedo Rap

Look for more news and audio on dubcnn from the People Under The Stairs camp over the next few months.

Rud

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1142523725 - January 1, 1970 By : This week's new additions to the Dubcnn online store include DJ Strong & Tri-Star's new "Cali Untouchable Radio 6" mixtape, Kokane's new project "The Hood Mob", Styliztik Jones "The Temple of Doom", Young Trey's "W.E.S.T. Radio", and more. There are also other products that were added earlier this month, like B-Legit's "The Purple House President", Dr. Stank's "The Odor" street album, Outlawz "Against All Odds", Mitchy Slick's collabo with Damu and Tiny Doo "Strong Arm Robbery Vol. 2", the new "West Coast Gangsta Vol. 16", B-Real's " The Gunslinger Vol. 2", Crooked I's "Westcoastanostra", and many more.

As always, stop by the store now to find these and other new products!

LilJay

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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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1143110120 - January 1, 1970 By : After the last edition of The Junkyard all talk was around the upcoming Ice Cube album "Laugh Now, Cry Later" and was the most popular so far. Whats up next? Many have emailed asking but when M Dogg has his head in the edit then he keeps those details guarded like the "Crown Jewels" - seemless link? I think so! Indeed; this week M Dogg gives him unique opinion on what it takes To Make A King - the endless HipHop discussion on who is King of what Coast and does the title even truly exist. This article will interest all coasts and regions and focuses on Biggie, Nas, Jay-Z, Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, The Game & E-40.

As ever its no holding back for M Dogg, his cutting edge angle is sure to provoke thought and discussion over at the dubcnn community.

The Junkyard - Volume Four: To Make A King

Once again look for more features from "The Junkyard" Bi-Weekly. Check the Junkyard Index to read his previous editions including the acclaimed Volume Two; "Sales Numbers," "Random Thoughts" and the last issue; "A Threat In The World."

Rud

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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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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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1143364157 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn is back again with more news and audio from Bigg Steele. As we have been reporting all year he is currently working on his sophomore album "Cereal & Water" which is due out in July. So far this year he has held down the coveted "Newest Joint" spot on dubcnn for two weeks with the heater; "The Streets" and in February he allowed us to also premiere another album preview track; Holla Back which features the unmistakable Dirty Birdy of the Homeless Nation.

Since then he has been busy working on the album and talking with various labels; news on that soon.

He has however still taken time to hit up dubcnn and our readers with another banger. This time Bigg Steele has created a track called "Warrior." The start of the track begins a reign of bullets and a narrator;

"Crips, Bloods, Cholos; Come on down Uncle Sams looking for a few good men. F-cking dummies like killing each other anyway and were in the biggest f-cking gang in the god damn free world"

Then the beat kicks in with what can only be described as a military style, the track is hard hitting yet basic in melody however that seems to be exactly what Steele needs and desires as he tears into the beat with his unique tone and lyrical stance. As we previously reported the Long Beach rapper is taking a different approach to his follow up album and this record again showcases that. Look for the album to feature Hard-Hitting production with even harder lyrics and topics than the last album. "Cereal & Water" will come with guest appearances from Hi-C, Big Syke, Dirty Birdy, Dr. Stank, Diamonique, Coolwadda, Balance, Juice, Spitfiya, Kokane, and others. The album will be available worldwide, as Steele as we said earlier is currently finalising a major deal for his company Street Currency Entertainment; stay tuned to dubcnn for the exclusive on that. Remember the last update also made you aware that the album will come packaged with a movie! Not a low budget feature but a high quality movie release produced by The Cine Theives and starring Bigg Steele, Hi-C, Dirty Birdy, Big Syke & Coolwadda; the movie is titled "Dollas & Sense."

Here is the new track; "Warrior", download it, listen to it and please stop in the ever expanding dubcnn community to let us know your thoughts. Big Steele also wanted you all to know that Power 106 is currently playing the single from the album "Take Yo Time" and he urges you to make a quick call and request it; 818-845-1059.

Bigg Steele - Warrior

Don't forget that Bigg Steele is working with Dubcnn on a major project, a compilation containing exclusive songs from various West Coast artists, both new and established so stay tuned for more news on that soon.

Rud

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1143478488 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn takes a quick trip to the south for an update on Partners ‘N Crime, one of Crescent City’s most popular rap groups. Since the 90s they have helped pioneer the cities thriving hip hop scene. The duo, comprising of the notorious Walter Williams (alias: Kangol) and the infamous Michael Patterson known on the streets as Mr. Meana, are two childhood friends from New Orleans 17th Ward who have been rocking the Southern underground for well over a decade. In that time they had interest from the then fledgling rap label Cash Money, before they opted to ink a deal with another local label called Big Boy.

In that time they garnered local notoriety through a bitter rivalry with another N.O. rap act by the name of UNLV. After that had been squashed the group enjoyed hits with "Pump the Party" and "N.O. Block Party." Yet even though they were selling thousands of records independently they still found their careers hitting a glass ceiling.

All of that changed when they got the chance to record with Juvenile who sat down and talked to them about their career. They told him that they weren’t happy with the way things were going and wanted to start their own label, Crime Lab Entertainment. Juvenile, knowing the duos struggle first hand, offered them a split label deal with his label UTP shortly after inking his deal with Rap-a-Lot Records. They accepted and quickly started working on their new album "Club Banger." As the name suggests, "Club Banger" has its share of rowdy, club-friendly jams; Partners ‘N Crime when asked about the new album said: "This album is real universal, I mean you can listen to this album anywhere and it’ll be banging. You can put us on the West Coast, the East Coast, the Mid West or the South and believe me there’s gonna be something on there that they gonna love. This is our best effort to date. And it’s gonna get even better on the next one."

We have the lead single of the new album due out on April 4th called; "Bubble, Bubble" which features Juvenile & Skip.

Partners N Crime - Bubble Bubble (Feat. Juvenile & Skip)

Listen to the single; download it, listen to it and please stop in the ever expanding dubcnn community to let us know your thoughts.

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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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1143791070 - January 1, 1970 By : As we have been reporting all year westcoast veteran MC Eiht is back with his nineteenth album release; "Affiliated" - his first release through Paid In Full/Koch; due out on April 4. This album will feature his first enhanced disc; the special product will contain 14 album tracks, exclusive interview footage and a new music video starring MC Eiht performing the song "Say Nothin."

Among the album’s authentic Compton born and bred tracks is the radio single, "CPT’z Bac" (159 Remix Featuring CMW), produced by Raw Steel.


The song was well received when premiered right here on dubcnn and was added into airplay at the legendary Los Angeles radio station KDAY by Julio G after he heard it right here on dubcnn. Throughout "Affiliated" MC Eiht comes back strapped with his trademark style on new songs like "Where U Frum" (Featuring Gangsta Luv of the Road Dawgs) where as on "Just Lean" he adopts a laid back track by Chill and DJ Subflo, a drum and bass producer, who is also a well-known rave DJ. MC Eiht says: "I got down with my man Sub, because I wanted people to know that we got all types of flavors, not just hiphop, but we got all kinds of diversity. So I did this one on the strength of how we lean in Compton."

MC Eiht states the track is reminiscent of much of the feel of his classic album with Comptons Most Wanted, "Music To Driveby" due to the amount of slow grooves on it: "A lot of down South niggas like to hear their stuff slow and screwed and chopped, so that was my focus when I heard the beat; the first thing I thought about was Texas and down South, and how they be chopping and screwing their shit. I wanted for them to get down, because they’ve always been supportive of MC Eiht, and what I do, so I just wanted to throw some of that back."

Other tracks on the album include "Gangsta Minded" which features Jaz and Chill; Jaz being a new female rapper. Eiht explains: "Chill made the beat, and she wanted to rip it, so we let her get down, and we decided to hop on down there with her. Her flow is tight, and she is real gangsta with it. No fur coats and talking about sex and diamonds, because she’s hood with it. If a female raps, I want to hear her come like me. When she did it, I was amazed. A nigga didn’t have to direct her, or tell her what to write about, because she knows where she was from. On a solo project, it is the first time I ever got down with a female, and she put it down tight."

The long anticipated track "Smoke This" features Chill and Jayo Felony; althought it was produced by Silk some time ago it was never released. Eiht remarks: "It describes what we’re seeing in street rap, gangsta rap right now. At the time we recorded it, people were rapping about happy stuff like partying and chains and planes and stuff. We were expressing our frustration in the music, and we were fed up with people not wanting to deal with the real in their music. Now people are trying to be hard and trying to be where they’re not even from. So it is still just perfect for today." When Eiht was asked about the inspiration behind the track "2 Compton MF’z" featureing Big2DaBoy he explained: "I was an old school NWA, Eazy-E fan. Eazy and Ren had a song back in the day called “2 Hard MF’s,” so I wanted to say two Compton motherf*&^%$s, ‘cuz it’s introducing the upcoming artist Big2daboy at my label, West Music. I wanted to showcase it with us both being from Compton. With his being the young generation and me being like the older generation, I wanted to show that we still have it on lock."

On "Affiliated" MC Eiht addresses the fact that corporate sponsored hiphop artists have misconstrued and misrepresented West Coast gang culture. MC Eiht revealed: "A lot of what you’re seeing in the videos out there is fake. Because a lot of these niggas who are doing this now were not even doing this shit, gangbangin.’ For me to be the age I am, and to know gangbangin' in Compton since I was 12 years old, a lot of these cats, who are claiming this and that, ain’t but 26 years old. So a lot of them weren’t even around when it started. Also, they’re not even in the geographic areas, the sections that gang banging was even involved in. Like it just evolved a couple years ago in certain areas, and now niggas run with it, and pretend like they grew up with it. To have niggas thirty years later start gangbanging, and saying that they’re original with it is just ludicrous. The corporations are just trying to market our culture. So now it’s marketable to major corporations to wear tattoos and wear a rag, and claim to be from a neighborhood."

So next week ensure you grab a copy of MC Eiht's latest release "Affiliated" to see if he adds more tracks to his existing Compton Classics. Geah! For now; remind your self of the single to the album; "CPT’z Bac" which we premiered this year

MC Eiht - CPT’z Bac (Feat. CMW & King T)

Stay tuned to dubcnn as ever for the latest news and audio from MC Eiht.

Rud

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1144316697 - January 1, 1970 By : The Team made their return to retails this week by releasing their highly anticipated new album "World Premiere". Their sophomore album, which was released a year and a half after their debut "The Negro League", suffered from a lot of push backs. As you can see in the tracklisting below, a lot of familar track titles pop up. A lot of these songs were leaked in the last few months as teasers in hope to create a buzz, and they all made their way onto the album.

It's an enhanced cd and it comes with guest appearances from Goapele, Da Wayne Wiggins, as well as Keak Da Sneak, The Delinquents, Richie Rich, Humpty, Too Short & M.C. Hammer on the Remix of "It's Gettin Hot".

1. Lets Go Team!
2. Bottles Up
3. On One
4. Top Of The World
5. Touch The Sky
6. Just Go
7. Hyphy Juice
8. Good Girl feat: Angelina
9. Its Gettin Hot
10. Stuntin On Ya
11. Addiction
12. Summertime In The Town
13. Ambassadors Night
14. Im A Player feat: Da Wayne Wiggins
15. The Definition
16. Sunshine feat: Goapele
17. Its Gettin Hot Remix feat: Keak Da Sneak, The Delinquents, Richie Rich, Humpty, Too Short & M.C. Hammer


"World Premiere" is out in stores now. Click here to order it.

LilJay

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1144316866 - January 1, 1970 By : As Dubcnn previously reported, Tha Dogg Pound are getting ready to drop their new album entitled "Cali Iz Active" on June 27th. We recently premiered the self titled single from the album, "Cali Iz Active", featuring Snoop Dogg with production by Battlecat. The promotion for the album will be starting in the next couple of weeks, so you will definitely read and hear a lot about this album right here on Dubcnn. Here is the official press release:


(April 4, 2006) - Los Angeles, CA - It was over ten years ago that Tha Dogg Pound laced the music world with their multiplatinum-selling debut album, Dogg Food. With Bigg Snoop Dogg again at the helm along with Daz Dillinger and Kurupt a.k.a. Young Gotti, the bangin' and much-anticipated new disc CALI IZ ACTIVE is re-energizing the Golden State music movement and galvanizing the West Coast.

"We just came back together and made a classic Dogg Pound gangsta album," says Daz Dillinger. "Some of the original G sounds with a new twist, new millennium G shit!" adds Kurupt.

Doggy Style Records in conjunction with KOCH Records will release Tha Dogg Pound's new album, "Cali Iz Active", on June 27, 2006. The CD follows Snoop's "Welcome to Tha Chuuch - Da Album", which contained the Dogg Pound heater, "Real Soon."

This summer, Tha Dogg Pound will open for Ice Cube in a national tour which is set to kick off on April 20th in Anaheim, CA and run through June. The West Coast bill is sure to be one of the hottest tickets around.

Besides Daz and Kurupt spittin' fire on the mic, the new album features Tha Dogg Pound family (Snoop Dogg, RBX, Soopafly, and Bad Azz). Also appearing are B-Real, Busta Rhymes, David Banner, Paul Wall and producing legends Battlecat, Fredwreck, The Alchemist, Swizz Beatz, Jazzy Phae and Sean 'P. Diddy' Combs. "A lot of people came together to make this Dogg Pound record the biggest and best it can be, and with Snoop's leadership we can never go wrong," says Kurupt.

"I'm like the quarterback," says Snoop Dogg, "putting the team together, gluing it together. I'm the one that puts everything in the proper perspective. Get everyone thinking alike, moving alike, loving alike. Let everybody know that it's built on love first. If we love each first, the music will kick right in."

Tha Dogg Pound album's long list of hardcore cuts will be strong contenders for heavy national radio rotation-- like the first single, the Battlecat-produced and soon-to-be classic, "Cali Iz Active," producer Ryan Leslie's contribution "Heavyweights," and "Dogg Pound Gangstaz" produced by The Alchemist.

"I'm letting everybody know that the West Coast is definitely making a strong comeback," says Snoop Dogg. "Tha Dogg Pound sound is fresh and fly. It's a beautiful thing for me to be able to work with them, and when we drop this album it's gonna shake the whole game up! Chuuch."

LilJay

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1144497994 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn as you will all know has been keeping you updated better than any other outlet on the highly anticpiated new album from Ice Cube entitled; "Laugh Now, Cry Later". Having been updating you all on the release since last year we have steadily released audio from the project and even spoke with Ice Cube in February at SIR Studios about the album when we were among the world's press invited to a private listening party for the new album. If you missed that then check out our exclusive "Laugh Now Cry Later" Listening Party Feature page to catch up.


The album is still due for release on 6-6-6 (June 6th 2006) and as ever the single, which we premiered in February (Why We Thugs) which is produced by Scott Storch, now has a video; and let us assure you this may be an independent release however Ice Cube knows exactly what to draw the masses; this video is far from the typical independent project; look for cameos from Mike Epps, W.C. and many more.

The video takes its backdrop in Los Angeles, Houston & New York and sees the videography drawing heavily from Ice Cube's lyrics; you even see Cube sporting a 'Grill' in Houston.

Ice Cube - Why We Thugs (Video)

This is available in m4v format so get it on your iPod's or enjoy in Windows Media Player. Drop your thoughts on the video at the forum where the video originated!

Rud

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1144778742 - January 1, 1970 By : Last month, March 15th 2006, dubcnn was invited along with the worlds press to Basque on Hollywood & Vine for the prestigious Hollywood Album Release Party of E-40's latest solo release "My Ghetto Report Card." The event was as you would expect BIG, the Bay, LA, all out to support. The building was packed with media and artists including; Snoop Dogg, DJ Quik, B-Legit, Federation, Battlecat, Bosko, Chace Infiniate, DJ Muggs, Wallet, DJ Juice and many more. As ever dubcnn was able to capture images from the evening as well as footage to compile an exclusive Video Feature.


In it we speak with many of the artists in attendance and even had brief interviews with Battlecat, who discussed his future projects & the man of the hour, ambassador of the Bay - E-40 who discussed the album, Hyphy & much more. Our thanks go out to Echo Hattix and the entire Echoing Soundz Staff for having us out there and for putting the event on - as ever doing an incredible job. Click the link below to see the full sub-section and the video feature.

E-40 - My Ghetto Report Card Launch Party (Exclusive Feature)

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1144845847 - January 1, 1970 By : Mark Morrison, mostly known for his 95' smash Return of the Mack, is back with a hot new single entitled, Innocent Man which features DMX. The single which has been leaked for well over a year now due to the problems with the release of the album got its official release this week, and is taken from his now upcoming album of the same title.

The album is scheduled for a May 1st release and has appearences from DMX, Gabrielle, Adina Howard, Alexander O'Neal, Elephant Man, Mica Paris, Daz Dillinger & Tray Deee.

Mark was recently spending time in Barbados with R&B songstress Rhianna, an island he visits to catch up with his parents, who have retired to their homeland after emigrating first to Britain, where Morrison spent the first half of his childhood, and later to the US, where he spent his teens.

Join the Mark Morrison fan forums at his Official Website.

The album "Innocent Man" is out on May 1st on Mona Records. The single, also called Innocent Man, is in stores now.

Yash

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1144912409 - January 1, 1970 By : Born an raised in Plainfield, NJ, TM was the victim of a torrid childhood; aside from bullying in school he tragically, before the age of 3, lost his sister. Fast forward to present day and TM is trying to find a way out of the struggle to help his mother with rent and to ensure the life that so far sees him awaiting a trial, changes.

Enter: Hip-Hop. In a short space of time TM has been making moves in the mixtape community.


He has been on a mixtape with Techneic's group Dynamic Certified, Shortyo's mixtape and he is looking to feature on the second "New West Attitude Mixtape" - as he states; think of me as NJ's El Dorado Red - working hard with westcoast talent such as Livewire, Balance, Dynamic Certified, Eastwood, Jayo Felony & City Boy. Aside from that he and some artists from Plainfield have formed a group called Get Right; Trigga, Wawa, Chase, Young C & E-Dot make up the collective with beats provided by Tone Clutch.

TM is currently putting the finishing touches to his mixtape; "Now Or Neva", hosted by DJ L-Gee, an official BWS & BumSquad DJ. We will have news and audio from the mixtape later this month however for now this is just an introduction. Below we have two tracks from TM both mixtape cuts; one of which "My Life" is over the Eminem production from the Tupac single "Ghetto Gospel" which sees TM poor out his heart about his life. The other is a cut with Stat Quo, Shortyo & City Boy called "Im'a Bang"

TM - Im'a Bang (Feat. Stat Quo, Shortyo & City Boy)
TM - My Life (Over "Ghetto Gospel")

Stay tuned to dubcnn for the next update from TM with audio featuring Balance; until then enjoy the music and drop your thoughts at the forum.

Rud

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1144914525 - January 1, 1970 By : As we reported last year Shade Sheist and his company PutYourselfOut we're preparing to release the third edition in the mixtape series; "Grand Theft Audio." The two previous installments received accolades including "Best Westcoast Mixtape of 2003" (Grand Theft Audio) and "Best Westcoast Mixtape of 2004" (GTA2). We released the first teaser track from the album; Hey Yo, which features Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E., Eddie Kane Jr. and Nate Dogg. Since November 2005 the work has only increased on the project and we made the announcment in January that they had aligned with the L.A. Mixtape Kings; DJ Warrior and DJ Strong to release the mixtape.

PutYourselfOut, saddened by the death or Proof of D-12 on April 11th, have released another track from the mixtape which they are now dedicating to the late MC; the track, "Legends Never Die" sees Tupac Shakur & The Notorious B.I.G. united once again. This track available below will feature on the "GTA 3 - Cali Untouchable Radio" mixtape due later this year.

PYO Present - Legends Never Die (Feat. Tupac Shakur & The Notorious B.I.G.)

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1145395020 - January 1, 1970 By : Another week, another dubcnn exclusive. This time we present an exclusive Video Interview with an artist who has been in the game over a decade now - enjoying both group fame and solo success.

Dubcnn sat down to speak with one of the members of the legendary Wu-Tang Clan; "The Chef" Raekwon who over the years has been an influence and a prescence few possess in the world of Hip-Hop. We discussed how the Wu-Tang Clan started, spoke on the new "Cuban Linx 2" album, working with Dr. Dre, Busta Rhymes and one of the strongest memories that Old Dirty Bastard left on Raekwons mind.

For those of you who have been fiending for the second installment of "Cuban Linx" as well as news on the Dr. Dre collaboration then this is a video feature not to miss.

Click Here to watch our exclusive Video Interview with Raekwon!


Yash

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1145531451 - January 1, 1970 By : Although the 20 year old San Diego DJ, DJ Kali has been on the scene for over two years he may not be a name many are familiar with. As such he is planning to release a new mixtape to raise the attention focused on San Diego to a higher level.

He is working hard in the scene alongside artists including Mitchy Slick, I-Rocc, Smigg Dirtee, Ecay Uno and many more and is about to release the mixtape; Dago City's Unsigned Hype Volume 1."


The release features tracks from Mary Jane Junkeez, I Rocc, Smigg Dirtee, C.G., Tiny Doo, Clyde Carson (of The Team) Black Listd, Ray C, Josh Franks & many others and he is currently offering the mixtape for sale on his MySpace before it hits the streets and sells out.

We have the covers and tracklist below along with three preview tracks from the album to enjoy, check them out and head over to DJ Kali's MySpace page to learn more and place an order.

DJ Kali Presents - Dago City's Unsigned Hype Volume 1.": Front Cover | Back Cover

01) DJ Kail - Intro
02) Beezo aka Tha Dro Boy - Gas Break
03) Ray-C - What You Lookin At (Prod By. Josh Franks)
04) C.G - Different With Your Clothes On (Feat. Smigg Dirtee) (Prod By. J-Boog)
05) Obnoxious - Don't Hate
06) Ray-C Drop
07) Josh Franks - Parlay With Us (Feat. SB, Ray-C & Dolla Phil) (Prod By. Josh Franks)
08) I Rocc - Hood Survivors (Feat. Smigg Dirtee & J. Cin)
09) Clinton Sparks Drop
10) The A-Team - This The Joint
11) C.G - Been There (Feat. Clyde Carson of The Team) (Prod. By Vince V)
12) J. Cin Freestyle
13) Beezo - I'm Ready (Feat. DJ Kali)
14) Keak Da Sneak - Aaddiimean (Remix) (Feat. 12 G Tha Livewire)
16) Clinton Spards Drop 2
17) Manny Mill - Where You From
18) Tiny Doo - F-ck Da Club Up
19) DJ Kali Speaks
20) Black Listd - Work It Out (Prod. By Kriis)
21) Beta Bossalini - Tryna Get My Hustle On (Feat, Baby Diezel)
22) MC Lyte Drop
23) Mary Jane Junkeez - I'm Fresh
24) DJ Kali Speaks
25) Obnoxious - Gas Break
26) Manny Mill - Stay Fitted (Feat. Mike Berry)
27) Ray-C - Freestyle
28) DJ Kali Outro

For more information or to place an order please visit DJ Kali's MySpace page.

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1145533103 - January 1, 1970 By : You will be forgiven for wondering when you first download these tracks from newcomer Yung Walt if we have presented something other than Hip-Hop, the track "Playboy" although starting with "I know you gonna dig this" presents a soulful sound with a light tempo that may surprise you - if not then "Dreams" surely will; with its light 'keys' intro that lulls you into the song with its melodic feel and unbelievable catchy hook...you'll soon be wondering when you hear the tracks if we have stumbled across something a little special with this artist.

So who is the person behind Yung Walt?

Well the goverment know him as Walter Gaines but the neighbourhood know him by his music. Graduating from Inglewood High in 2002 after swapping and changing schools he opted to head towards a career in hip-hop. When he turned 17 he looked at his life thus far and began to think that this was his calling.

Having spent most of his youth being the "Man of the House" for his mother and sister he wants to show and prove through words and rhymes and after dropping out of college in 2003, a decision he was criticsed for, he has achieved great things including landing a hit single with Snoop Dogg on the "Welcome To Tha Church Tha Album" release on the track "Shake Dat Sh-t," where he wrote and performed lyrics for the hook. He has since worked with various producers such as; Battlecat, Terrace Martin, 1500 and Chordz. He has recorded a solo album which is titled "Hustle 2 Struggle" under the independent label "Ghetto Child ENT" run by himself and partners Bubba and Mac Jackson. Due to the extensive street buzz and credibility created in California along with the street team and own promoters, the album has managed to sell over 3,000 copies in Los Angeles alone since January 2006.

This is not an artist to be ignored; raw talent is rare and when portrayed correctly a pleasure to see and hear - check out the music below and pick up a copy of Snoop Dogg's "Welcome To The Church Tha Album" to see him credited - shouts to Snoop for getting Yung Walt on the project.

Yung Walt - Dreams
Yung Walt - Playboy

Impressed? I'm sure you are - take a moment to visit Yung Walt's MySpace page to hear more audio and to read more details on him. To order a copy of the album click here.

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1145632802 - January 1, 1970 By : Anyone been looking for some smooth new music? Well your prayers have been answered; we have fresh new music from a new name on the scene who is linked with famed Ruthless Records/Bone Thugs-N-Harmony producer DJ U-Neek.

The artist goes by the name of Bruce Hathcock and his debut album is set to feature artists including Krayzie Bone, Layzie Bone, Felicia and others.



We have two tracks for you to enjoy as a taster to the project; set to be titled "Its Your World" as ever look for more news and information on Bruce Hathcock and this release over the coming weeks. Below is a cut called "Lets Ride" which features the smooth tones of Krayzie Bone and the second track has a verse from Eazy E, although not an unreleased one (it is the verse from "The Muthaphukkin Real"), it is well used and includes a voice sample from "Hello" by Dr. Dre, Ice Cube & MC Ren.

Bruce Hathcock - Lets Ride (Feat. Krayzie Bone)
Bruce Hathcock - Everything Is Good (Feat. Eazy E)

Shouts to the Cali Untouchable DJ's; DJ Warrior, DJ Strong & the team at HipHopWest. Leave feedback over at the dubcc community.

Rud

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1145791414 - January 1, 1970 By : Although northwest Louisiana is not often aligned with dubcnn and Hip-Hop; today marks an exception. In 1982 an artist was born who goes by the name of Truth. Child of a middle-class pre-school teacher and papermill worker, he was the families only son. As the years progressed he found the perfect way to express himself was via lyrics and as a youngster began rapping accapella with no knowledge of structure. As his 'poetry' evolved he found ways to portray his life when he was transferred to a city high school where he quickly began to see life in a new light, and began to see struggles that occurred in the streets.


Having taken to participating in rap battles and freestyle ciphers he quickly made a name for himself. Dropping out of college due to financial problems he yearned for a change of scene, so with $200 and a notebook he moved to Orlando Florida, living for two months with a friend where he slept on the floor. He then met Spider who envisioned starting a label with Truth as an artist. Time elapsed and the label collapsed due to financial constraints, as a result Truth found himself at a loss until he met Dox the Ceo of Colab Ent.

After talking they made the decision to work together; this time there was no time wasting or finance issues - they were in the studio recording original material. Still in Orlando Florida he has made a name for himself performing, his wordplay, raspy voice and deep content helps him separate himself from your average southern MC. The release of his debut mixtape; "Too Good To Be Truth" has resulted in him quickly becoming a household name in the homes of thousands from the east to west coast. The hard work earned him a spot on Dow Jones' "Play Your Position Part 3" where he was featured alongside names such as Snoop Dogg, The Game & 50 Cent.

Truth explains the essence of who he is right here: "I feel that a big relevant part of the true meaning of hip hop was taken away from us in the loss of Tupac and Biggie. There is a much needed presence of tracks such as 'I Ain’t Mad at Cha' and '10 Crack Commandments.' I know my purpose in life. Its not to change some ones life but to inspire one who wants to change. I am a person for the people and of the people. That’s why when people refer to me as a rapper who writes good music about life, I swiftly correct them by stating. I am not a Rapper that writes good music about life. I am a writer that raps great music that comes from the soul"

Now the name makes sense huh? That's real talk; and as ever we have media to showcase his work available below including a freestyle over a Scott Storch production and a cut with dubcnn regular Wyze Randal.

Truth - Who Am I (Prod. By Wreck Wregular)
Truth - Real OG's (Feat. Wyze Randal) (Prod. By Publik)
Truth - Let That Go
Truth - Best Of Both Hoodz (Freestyle) (Prod. By Scott Storch)

Look out for Truth on his upcoming releases which include "Nu Money", "Strictly for the Misses" & "Best of Both Hoodz" mixtapes as well as his as yet untitled debut album. In the meantime visit Truth's MySpace page.

Rud

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1145871683 - January 1, 1970 By : The most complete mixtape series on the planet is back with Part 10 of its award winning collection. "Cali Untouchable Radio" returns to showcase "The Lost Angel" Scipio - an artist featured on dubcnn many times and co-signed by copious names in the industry.

The Pasadena/Altadena native who was nominated for "Best West Coast Mixtape Artist" has linked up with "L.A.'s Mixtape King" DJ Warrior to create the mixtape/street album: "Cali Untouchable Radio Part 10: Angel Dust."


The release features sick original production interlaced with the hottest verses from Scipio and incredible guest appearences.

Having been grinding for years Scipio has been declared "The Last of the Greats" by Pharrell Williams of The Neptunes, acclaimed by Snoop Dogg and The Source magazine for his street single; "Street Dreams" while radio DJs like Felli Fel keep his material in regular rotation on 100.3 The Beat and Power 106. Countless Mixtape DJ's including DJ Clue have featured Scipio's talent as well as media outlets including ourselves providing regular updates and features on the New West talent.

"Cali Untouchable Radio Part 10: Angel Dust" although labelled a mixtape is more likely to be considered a Street Album as it features 13 tracks of original production by some of the hottest producers in the game such as Emile (D12 and Obie Trice) as well as the late J Dilla (De La Soul, Pharcyde, Common, Erykah Badu). As far as guest appearences on this release Scipio has gone all out and recruited artists like R&B sensation Teedra Moses and Dr. Dre's newest signee Bishop Lamont. The street album was completed in just 7 days; a feat last acheived by the Makaveli release nearly 10 years ago. Scipio has paid his dues now and its time those sleeping woke up to the talent he possesses. As ever to aid your decision to support the release and the westcoast as a whole we have the tracklist and snippets right here.

01) Die Slow (Feat. PC & Nonispits) [Produced by Daeone]
02) Rivalry (Feat. Z-Cali, PC, Blue Rose & Crow [Produced by Daeone]
03) Still In The Hood [Produced by Ish]
04) Born And Raised (Feat. Balance & Chevy Jones) [Produced by Emile]
05) Living In Hell (Feat. Roccett) [Produced by Embryo]
06) Round (Feat. Blue Rose, PC, Z-Cali & Crow)
07) Next To Me feat. Taje, Blue Rose, Z-Cali, Problem, PC & Bangloose) [Produced by DemJointz]
08) County Jail (Feat. Teedra Moses) [Produced by Josef]
09) Black Heroes [Produced by Nic Wiz]
10. Soldier (Feat. Kanary) [Produced by Daeone]
11) Street Dreams (Feat. Chevy Jones) [Produced by Daeone]
12) Gob Stopper (Feat. Bishop Lamont) [Produced by J Dilla]
13) HipHopWest.com & DJ Warrior Outro

To order the mixtape head over to HipHopWest.com and support Scipio and the Cali Untouchable Radio Mixtape series. Lookout for more on Scipio on dubcnn soon.

Rud

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1146249712 - January 1, 1970 By : If you were an Up & Coming artist how would an endorsement from Kanye West register? Exactly, it doesn't get much bigger when the current "IT" man in Hip-Hop says; "One of the hottest out of the west or all over the United States"

Now if that isn't enough to make the world sit up and take note I don't know what is. Enter; Diego Redd, now if you ain't knowing - get knowing, read up and school up right here on the hottest talent out of Fresno, California.



At 25 he has already been in the game making records on a professional level for a decade however only now is he set to make the transition to the forefront of the public-eye.

So with 10 years of perfecting a craft and a verbal accolade from Kanye West surely it's time you respected the hustle and started to listen to the material that brought him that respect? Get ready then...

Over recent years he has had his share of major label attention and platinum artist affiliation; including working with producers including Scott Storch and artists such as Xzibit and Nate Dogg. Having a stint with Def Jam Records gave him the feeling that the situation he felt happy and most comfortable in was the self-made, independent route; and as such created the imprint; Rebel Music.

Having grown up in the gritty & tough westside of of Fresno, Diego Redd has witnessed and partaken in much of what you hear in the music we call Hip Hop - yet don't assume he encompasses a Thug image and is caught up with discussing what heat he holds or how much weight he moved this week. Diego Redd is a proverbial sponge, he soaks up what he sees and he lays it out for others to interpret; he sits between what some would call a "Backpack" rapper and what the mainstream is used to; exactly the kind of artist needed. He has real charisma, real emotion and when you hear him you can feel that passion that drives him to make music...the same passion that has earned him the accolades and the attention.

He first showcased all this talent last year when he released his debut album; "Living Proof" which featured artists including W.C (of Westside Connection), E-40 & Yukmouth; not bad for a first attempt. Since then he has been working even harder and in the fall of 2005 released; "Dog Eat Dog" his sophomore album which includes production from Kanye West [on "The Whole City Behind Us" - he replaces The Game, with Kanye's approval], Scott Storch, Clark Kent and others as well as Ludacris, Kanye West & 50 Cent as guest appearences. Kanye's verbal accolade makes an appearence as an album skit [available below]. The album encompases work from the Def Jam era as well as new material from his time with Hecktik and the Rebel Music camp; audio of which dubcnn has available below.

The future looks bright to say the least for this young artist, the releases so far have gained praise across the country giving this Fresno native the world at his feet...only time will tell what's next for Diego Redd, one thing is for sure; this is not the last time we will be hearing from him.

As ever dubcnn has audio for you to enjoy below, check it out and please take time to feedback over at the dubcnn community.

Diego Redd - Street Hustla
Diego Redd - All American (Feat. 50 Cent) (Hecktik Remix)
Diego Redd - In The No
Diego Redd - Incredible
Diego Redd - Kanye Skit

Most recently we have news that he has been in the studio with GLC (recording artist of Kanye West as well as San Quinn. This week he is scheduled to be in New York recording with R&B sensation Ne-Yo and Remy Ma as well as talking to labels; stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest. In the meantime visit Diego Redd's official site; Rebel 247. Our thanks go out to Diego Redd, Hecktik and Rebel Music as a whole. Photo credit: Daniella Renee.

Rud

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1146394617 - January 1, 1970 By : As ya'll know, Tha Dogg Pound and Ice Cube have been touring through the States along with The Clipse opening up for them, and they've been tearing down every venue they hit. On the 28th, they stopped in Portland, OR and our forum member 187Proof was present and posted a detailed review, aswell as a series of pictures from the show.

I've posted highlights of the review below, aswell as a couple pictures, but to see the full review and all the pictures, click here to view the topic on the forums.


"First off, let me start off by saying that I have been to this venue (The Roseland Theatre, in downtown Portland) MANY times....seen MANY concerts there, but I have NEVER see a show packed like this one! I mean, you had to almost have a snorkel that was 6 ft tall in the air to get fresh air to your lungs....that's just how packed this place was!

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After a brief break to set up their equipment, Tha Dogg Pound came storming out to the stage! Daz & Kurupt were in the building for sure on this Friday night! At this point the crowd was the loudest as it could get, all night! I mean everyone was AMPED!!! I don't remember the last concert I was at where this kind of atmosphere, this kind of electricity could be matched! It was uncanny! They performed such hits and verses from tracks such as "What Would U Do", "New York, New York", "Cali Iz Active", "Who Ride Wit Us", "Xplosive", "All That I Need" and several more!

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Next up Ice Cube & WC were brought to the stage by DJ Crazy Toones. They did about an hour set where the performed hits such as "Jackin For Beats", "Today Was A Good Day", "Bow Down", "The Streets", "Gangsta's Make The World Go 'Round", "Natural Born Killaz", and many others. At one point, before going in to "Bow Down", WC declared himself & Ice Cube as "The Real Westside Connection". Of course Mack 10 was never mentioned throughout the night so I guess their's still decension between the camp. "

Click below for some of the pictures.

Daz & Kurupt On Stage
Daz On The Mic
Kurupt Gettin' His Walk On
Ice Cube On Stage
Ice Cube & WC
WC 'The Ghetto Heisman'
Ice Cube Rockin' The Crowd

Enjoy, and don't miss out on one of these shows if they stop by your town!

Once again, to view the full review and all the pictures, click here

Nima

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1146396137 - January 1, 1970 By : Everybody and their mama knows the classic 80's hit "Love Is A Battlefield" by Pat Benatar. Well, what happens when you take that sample, and let an Infamous/G-Unit artist from Colton City, California give it his own twist?

40 Glocc is a household name on dubcnn, and took that task upon himself. Sometime last year he let me hear his version of "Love Is A Battlefield", but we decided against releasing it at that time. People weren't ready! Now it's 2006, people got a better understanding of who 40 Glocc is, and through his Infamous/G-Unit affiliation, the world got to see him on "The Massacre Tour 2006" all over the world.

With his current street banger "Where Them Hammers (ft. Sam Scarfo)" (Prod. by Rick Rock) blazing radio stations nationwide, and his buzz steadily growing, I thought now would be a good time to let ya'll get a glimpse of some, you might say, different Hip-Hop.

Anyway, enough talking, it's time to let ya'll check it out! Listen to 40 Glocc's "Love Is A Battlefield" by clicking below:

40 Glocc - Love Is A Battlefield

40 Glocc is also getting ready to go on tour with Mobb Deep & the Infamous camp (Nyce, Gail Gotti, Sam Scarfo, 40 Glocc, Alchemist) for the release of Mobb's new album "Blood Money". I will be bringing ya'll the tour dates asap, lookout for them to take over the House Of Blues in Hollywood around the end of May, where 50 Cent is rumoured to be making a surprise appearance. Stay tuned!

Nima

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1146572445 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn brought you the official Ice Cube "Laugh Now, Cry Later" album sampler last week. We got another special from the brainiac today, it's the "Chrome & Paint" Remix produced by West Coast beatmaker J Classic. He also produced the official Remix to the New West anthem "All In The Same Gang Part 2" together with DJ Warrior.

The "Chrome & Paint" Remix features WC alongside Money Grip of the S.W.A.T.. Dubcnn readers will be familiar with Money Grip as he been mentioned many times on the site having featured on countless Hoo Bangin' releases.

This remix will be featured on the upcoming S.W.A.T. mixtape "Block Music Vol.1". Check back for more info on that soon. For now check out the "Chrome & Paint" Remix below:

Ice Cube Feat. WC & Money Grip - Chrome & Paint (Remix) (Produced by J-Classic)

Money Grip from The Swat can be reached at myspace.com/worldwidemusic

LilJay

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1146826212 - January 1, 1970 By : In 2004 we gave you the first glimpse of Balance here on dubcnn and introduced the eager new-comer to the world. Two years later, he’s still at it and now has a hot new album entitled, "Young & Restless".

Balance sat down with us for an in depth discussion where he talked to us about a whole bunch of different issues, from the Hyphy Movement in The Bay Area to West Coast unity and his main hopes and goals for the future.

If you haven’t checked out Balance’ in the past, then you’ve been missing out; he’s young, he’s restless and he’s definitely got something new to say, and this is what makes Balance so tight – its all about the music, not just the side-shows!

So if Balance is a new name to you, or you are already a fan then click here to check this interview out because it’s got something for everyone!

You can also visit Balance’ official Myspace profile by clicking here – and don’t forget to cop the album, "Young & Restless".

Inspire

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1146852729 - January 1, 1970 By : Back in March dubcnn reported that everyone's favourite Ese Queenie; who is currently residing in Federal Prison, is not letting that stop him from releasing a mixtape to the streets. When we released material and information on the release we received a high volume of enquiries about the mixtape and as such we spoke to Queenie's people and ensured we could get the mixtape on dubcnn for download; thanks to them for that. The mixtape in question re-enforces his position, the aptly titled "King Of The Southside" and is being released by Riverbottom/Heavyweight Entertainment.


The audio we premiered is available below as a reminder with the tracklist and after that we have the full mixtape for free download. The mixtape features production by Nu Jerzey Devil who has produced for The Game, Jadakiss & G-Unit's Young Buck amongst others. (View Nu Jerzey Devil's Production C.V. in dubcnn's Vault).

Both tracks showcased Queenie's ability and talent and got people looking to hear more from him, as promised we now have the full mixtape which i hope you will download and let us know what you think in the dubcc community.

Queenie - "King Of The Southside" Front Cover | Back Cover

01) The King Of The Southside (Intro)
02) Ride When I Die
03) Wanna Bang? (Feat. S.A.D.)
04) Suitcases (Back Then)
05) I Got What You Need (Produced By: Nu Jerzey Devil)
06) Freestyle
07) Who's That Boss (Feat. Click 1)
08) Ese In The Club
09) Life Us (Feat. Guzzle)
10) Who Shot Ya (BK To TJ) (Feat. P Diesel)
11) Hood Bunny
11. HOOD BUNNY (Produced By: Nu Jerzey Devil)
12) So Barrio
13) F-ck Wit Us (Feat. Young Sicc & S.A.D.)
14) Westcoast Sh-t (Over: Dr. Dre - Xxplosive)
15) Ride Wit A .44 (Feat. Sporty Loco)
16) Treat Life Like A Rhyme (Feat. Guzzle)
17) Right By Yourside (Outro)
18) De Las Tierras (Bonus) (Queenue & Reazn)

Queenie - The King Of The Southside (Mixtape)

As if that wasn't enough Queenie also asked if we would release another track that isn't on the mixtape as a gesture for the support of dubcnn's readers; so we also have another Nu Jerzey Devil production exclusive to dubcnn called "Jefe 1904"

Queenie - Jefe 1904 (Produced By: Nu Jerzey Devil)

Enjoy the mixtape and be sure to visit Queenie's MySpace page for more audio and information, also stay tuned for the launch of his Official Site soon. We will have more news later in the year as Queenie prepares his album release.

Rud

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1147297157 - January 1, 1970 By : Yesterday the eastcoast had some shine time when we release new material from Method Man with Lauryn Hill, Fat Joe & Styles P.

Today we are proud to release new material from Queensbridge representer Nas featuring Nashawn; this is in fact a track which is due to appear on the fortcoming "Nas Presents Nashawn" record due out on June 6th; to learn more on that release click here. Also lookout for "QBs Finest Vol. 2 (Tales from Da Bridge)" which is being prepared for a late summer release.

As ever we have the audio below, courtesy of the Cali Untouchable DJ's & DJ Warrior, in both Clean & Dirty format so fans can enjoy it in their rides and DJ's can spin it on the airwaves. Dont hotlink new music, send them to the source; dubcnn.com

Nas - Level 7 (Feat. Nashawn) (Clean)
Nas - Level 7 (Feat. Nashawn) (Dirty)

For the latest news and audio from the HipHop world you know where to stay tuned; dubcnn.com

Rud

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1147299090 - January 1, 1970 By : How often do we gotta drop a free mixtape download...whenever we can for our loyal readers! This time we have a mixtape courtesy of Dow Jones, a name familiar to most with his "Play Your Position" series and the work with his West Coast Livin Promotions & Marketing company.

The mixtape in question is Volume 5 of that world famous series in question; "Play Your Position: Volume 5", hosted by Cavie. Cavie is a name some will be familiar with following his production work on the massive selling album "King" from T.I. however the producer is now ready to "Do his 'Kanye West' thing" and showcase his skills in the booth rather than behind the board.

Hailing from the West Coast, Cavie has been en-trusted by T.I. to play a huge role in The King's newly-formed Grand Hustle West label. To make sure the streets know the drill, Dow Jones & Cavie have linked on this mixtape to take you from the West to the Dirty South. The mixtape features 30 banging tracks with artists including Kokane, Kam, T.I., E-40, Spider Loc, Mitchy Slick, Crooked I, Jody Breeze, Lil' Wayne, Mr. Short Khop, Tray Dee amongst others. On the production tip you have material from DJ Khalil, Caviar, Budda DJ Muggs and many more.

This is a mixtape not to be missed; to view the full cover click the image above, the full tracklist is below as is the download for the mixtape.

01) Dow Jones - Play Your Position Vol. 5 (Intro) [Sample]
02) Cavie - Get Ready (Produced By DJ Khalil)
03) T.I - Grand Hustle West [Sample]
04) Cavie - Mouthpiece (Feat. Kokane) (Produced By Dow Jones & J Hen) [Sample]
05) Cavie - We Some Geez (Feat. DPG Joe Whisper & Mac Boney) (Produced By Caviar) [Sample]
06) Cavie - Uh Oh (Feat. Kam & Y.B.)(Produced By Caviar) [Sample]
07) Cavie - Play Your Position
08) T.I. - Top Back
09) AK - The Razor Man
10) Cavie - Ol Skool G Mix (Feat. Big Kuntry & Mike Jones) (Produced By Caviar)
11) E-40 - Yeee Yeee (Feat. Lil Jon)
12) Cavie - Fa Yall (Feat. Stain) (Produced By Caviar & Oz)
13) Mitchy Slick - I Know (Produced By DJ KhaLil' & DJ Muggs) [Sample]
14) Cavie - Bully (Feat. Stain) (Produced By Tha Bizness) [Sample]
15) Spider Loc - On The Block (Feat. H Burna)
16) Cavie - Cant Leave Rap Alone (Produced By Caviar & Oz)
17) Crooked I - Creased Khaki Flow
18) Cavie - So So (Feat. Lil' Blue aka RR, Kam & Ki Ki Smoov) (Produced By Tha Bizness) [Sample]
19) Slick Pulla - Play Your Position
20) Slick Pulla - Freestyle [Sample]
21) Jody Breeze - A to LA
22) Jody Breeze - Nut Check "G Mix" (Feat. Lil' Wayne) (Produced By Caviar)
23) Mr. Short Khop - Can't Fuk Wit Us (Feat. Tray Dee & Kokane)(Produced By Caviar)
24) Cavie - Ok 2 Hate (Feat. J Dolamite & Roc Holladay) (Produced By Budda)
25) Cavie - I'm A Hustla (Produced By Caviar)
26) Cavie - Pump Ya Brakes (Feat. West Coast GS & Kokane) (Produced By Stan The Guitar Man)
27) Cavie - Real Ridaz (Feat. Young Dre) (Produced By Caviar)
28) Cavie - Car Wash (Feat. Roc Holladay) (Produced By Caviar)
29) Cavie - Up On It (Feat. Stain, Gi Gi, & Ki Ki Smov) (Produced By Caviar & Tank) [Sample]
30) Lil' Scrappy - Okay
31) Cavie - We Da West (Feat. Y.B. & Roc Holladay) (Produced By Tha Bizness)
32) Cavie - Str8 Outta Compton (Produced By Budda) [Sample]
33) Cavie - Fireweed (Feat. J Dolamite, Kokane & Roc Holladay) (Produced By Caviar)
34) Cavie - Bartender (Feat. Stain & J Dolamite) (Produced By Tank)
35) Cavie - Sexual Fantasy (Feat. Y.B., Roc Holladay& Kokane) (Produced By Caviar & Budda)

Dow Jones & Cavie - Play Your Position Volume 5 (Mixtape)

Enjoy the mixtape and be sure to stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on Dow Jones & Cavie. Enjoy the mixtape and take a moment to drop your thoughts in the dubcnn community.

Rud

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1147381561 - January 1, 1970 By : It's two years on May 28th since we introduced Mykestro to the world on dubcnn in a news article/interview with both Mykestro and his older brother and westcoast legend Battlecat. [View the article in the Archives].


When asked to describe himself he told dubcnn: "I would say I'm absolutely universal. I have alot of versitality, and definitely not what you would expect out of L.A. I come from a musical background, MC and production wise. I'm very consistent as far as lyrics go, I'm a MC!"

When asked about his influences growing up Mykestro shouts without hesitation that "Kurupt was my hero! That's my hero right there! That's who I looked up to when coming up, I always felt like he was a different type of MC, so that was my main influence from the gate. But now I listen to alot of different shit, I like Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Pharaohe Monch, Ice Cube.. I like real MC's, I like Slum Village, Jigga of course, Eminem is a monster, Busta Rhymes, of course Biggie & Pac.. Yeah those are the main ones" While his big brother told dubcnn; "To me man, Mykestro is like Jay-Z and Common Sense in one... yeah he's like the mix of the two!"

Since then things have only been on the up for the artist that Tawala Sharp of KKBT Los Angeles said; "Hip-Hop is a couple, lost on a dark highway...Mykestro is the map that will set West Coast Hip-Hop back in the right direction."

Dubbed "The Best West OF The 110," Mykestro is THAT dude who is grinding hard and making his presence felt on the westcoast. His pedigree includes appearances on LPs by Snoop Dogg, countless mixtapes, and working with his older brother, the prodcution legend that is DJ Battlecat. On his debut single, Mykestro has linked with two of L.A.'s newest and brightest stars, Glasses Malone (Blu Division/Sony Music) and Bishop Lamont (Aftermath/Interscope) to deliver a record that could be a contender for CD Single & 12" of the year come December. Even rapper Big Pooh of Little Brother got nothing but love for Mykestro: "I f-cks wit Mykestro."

We have the audio from the single which is being released by ABB Records featuring Glasses Malone and Bishop Lamont with production from Terrace Martin and Diverse; cop the single to enjoy the "Raw & Uncutt" mix produced by DJ Battlecat.

Mykestro - Where You From?! (Feat. Glasses Malone) (Produced By Terrace Martin)
Mykestro - Fireman (Feat. Bishop Lamont) (Produced By Diverse)
Mykestro - Dubcnn Shoutout (2004)

We will be keeping you updated on Mykestro's debut album with news and audio as the year progresses, shouts to Mykestro, Glasses Malone, Blu Division, Bishop Lamont & ABB Records. Until then you can visit Mykestro's MySpace page to learn more about this talented youngster.

Rud

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1147520640 - January 1, 1970 By : E-40 recently made his way back to the mainstream with his hit "Tell Me When To Go", and introduced the world to the Hyphy movement on his current album "My Ghetto Report Card" (Sick Wit It/BME).

I have the video for the second single, which is "U And Dat", featuring the 'Rappa Ternt Sanga' T-Pain on the hook, and a beat courtesy of Lil Jon. Appologies for the low quality of the video, we will provide you with a better quality one when we can. The premiere on TV should be soon, there might be some minor changes made to the video. Of course, we'll provide you with the final version soon as it drops!

Watch "U And Dat" below, lookout for cameos from Lil Jon, Katt Williams, to the Hieroglyphics.

E-40 - U And Dat (ft. T-Pain) (VIDEO 17MB)

Incase you haven't done so yet, make sure to pick up your copy of "My Ghetto Report Card", in stores now!

Nima

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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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1147735761 - January 1, 1970 By : Dr. Stank's debut project "The Odor" has made a lot of noise right and left since its release in March. The mixtape was well received by critics and fans all over the world, as the Stanksta measured up to his hype by bringing a fresh new project to the West Coast Hip Hop scene.

If you didn't purchase a copy of the mixtape yet, here's your chance to get it as an instant download where you'll be given immediate access to the mixtape. It's available for only $5.99 and it comes with all the 26 songs in high quality MP3 and the artwork (front & back covers). After you place your order (through PayPal), you will be sent the download link to your email address (please allow a couple hours).

Hard copies are still available for purchase (see picture), so if you want to purchase a hard copy you can still do that by clicking on the link below.

For a full review and audio samples, check out our full length "The Odor" preview.

Click on the button below to purchase a hard copy or a download copy of the mixtape:

Dr. Stank - The Odor (Original CD)

Dr. Stank - The Odor (MP3 Download)

In related news, catch Dr. Stank next Saturday, May 20th, at Tremors in Riverside @ the "3 The Hard Way" show. Performing live: Dirty Birdy, Sly Boogy, and Dr. Stank. The cost is $30.00 (presale tickets). Click here to see the flyer to get all the information.

LilJay

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1147885225 - January 1, 1970 By : "I would like to dedicate this album to all people around the world who live in constant fear of being arrested, deported, attacked, or murdered just because of who we are." - K-Salaam

Queens, New York Producer K-Salaam is gearing up to hit the Industry and the world over the head with his infectious music filled with tons of social commentary. Along with Beatnick, the production duo's Shining Star Music, with backing from Koch, will be releasing The World Is Ours on Jully 11th. The Album is sizing up to be massive with features from Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Saigon, Rakaa Irescience of Dilated Peoples, Sizzla, Papoose, Da Backwudz, dead prez, Bobbitto and others. On top of the quote above, K-Salaam also had this to say about the project:

"I would also like to dedicate this album to all people who have had their land stolen from them, from New Orleans to Palestine. We must take it upon ourselves to learn about what is really happening around the world, rather than watching the news because we are not going to get any type of truth from watching a media broadcast that is funded by vampires...Furthermore, I would like to dedicate this album to the people who created this music and culture that is currently being raped by major corporations and record labels. The majority of people who are making big money off of hip-hop are people who have added nothing to the culture, and are not giving anything back to the communities where it originated."

These quotes, plus more, will be in the inlay of each CD. So, if you're feeling what he's saying here and would like to read more, cop the album on July 11th. Here's a few quotes from a couple of the artists on the album:

"It is a blessing to be a part of this project, to be doing something positive for the people through our music, thats what we do. The Lord would not have created the World if he didnt mean for us all to live in it peacefully. We gotta work together to make things right. We stand behind K-Salaam. The World Is Ours." - Da Backwudz

"The world belongs to the people, but it is controlled by the strongest army...through organiztion we can fully excercise our power as a people and as individuals. As individulas we have to do what we can to survive and gain position that can help the whole...THE WORLD IS OURS!" - dead prez

Here's the tracklist and 3 tracks for ya'll to preview:

01. Intro / So Much Trouble
02. Talib Kweli – “What I Feel”
03. Sizzla – “Sail On”
04. Kardinal Offishall – “Ghetto Youth”
05. Papoose feat. Busy Signal – “To The Rescue”
06. Black Ice – “The World Is Ours”
07. Mos Def feat. Sizzla – “Victory”
08. Da Backwudz – “Long Country Road”
09. Capleton – “Never Let Us Down”
10. Rakaa – “Where I’m From”
11. Luciano – “Conquers All”
12. Bobbito Garcia – “Vieques PSA”
13. Dead Prez – “Fallen Soldierz”
14. Saigon – “Bad Mind”
15. Anthony B. – “Revolution”
16. Suher Hammad “Refugees / Outro”

For more info visit K-Salaam.com

SGV

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1148319163 - January 1, 1970 By : Bay Area fans are already familiar with the Bullys Wit Fullys series, usually consisting of rappers Guce & Killa Tay. For the third volume of the album, Killa Tay has been replaced by the Yay's Messy Marv.

The album is called "The Infrastructure", and is set to drop on June 20th through Git Paid/SMC Recordings. While in tune with the Hyphy Movement, the duo is going to keep it gutter on this one. "Messy Marv and Guce are like the Young Jeezy and T.I. of the south. We are down with the hyphy music but on a more street/hood/ghetto level,” Guce enthuses, “We're in the gutta with it.”

The first single is called "So Hood" and features Clyde Carson of The Team, who's been working with The Game lately, and was produced by none others than E-A Ski & CMT. I have the single available for ya'll right here, click below to listen:

Bullys Wit Fullys - So Hood (ft. Clyde Carson) (Prod. by E-A Ski & CMT)

Other guest appearances on "The Infrastructure" include Keak the Sneak, Yukmouth, Killa Keise, Swoop, Mr. 1, C. Luciano and all of the new artists signed to Git Paid Music Group, Guce’s own label. The production was handled by the likes of Sean T, Toure, Toy Shop, and as mentioned before, E-A Ski & CMT.

I have a second preview track from the record for ya'll, called "Cracker Jacks". Listen below:

Bullys Wit Fullys - Cracker Jacks

Enjoy the songs, and make sure to pick up your copy June 20th! For more information, check out myspace.com/bullyswitfullys315.

Nima

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1148324320 - January 1, 1970 By : Who is Traxamillion you ask? He's the mastermind behind Keak Da Sneaks hit "Super Hyphy", which invaded the clubs last year, and has also been getting regular rotation on MTV amongst others.

So when you think Hyphy, think Traxamillion, aka The Slapp Addict. The man has been on his grind for a long time and with the growing mainstream presence of the Bay Area, it looks as if his time has come. "When I sit down and make my beats, I purposely make beats for the club. Even if it’s a sad beat, it’s a sad beat you can dance to. I try to make my beats in mind that one day it’ll get played on the radio.", Trax says of himself.

His next project is his debut album, entitled “The Slapp Addict”. The tentative release date is October 15th 2006, and if that sticks, you'll be sure to go dumb this fall! "The Slapp Addict" features appearances by Too Short, Keak Da Sneak, F.A.B., San Quinn, Turf Talk, Dem Hoodstarz, and many more.

His first single is called "Sideshow", and features a legend and a rising talent. Traxamillion holla'd at Too $hort himself, aswell as Oaklands Mistah F.A.B. to come rap over a slapping, heavy-bass beat.

Of course, dubcnn has the single for ya'll to listen to. Check it out below:

Traxamillion - Sideshow (ft. Too Short & Mistah F.A.B.) (Prod. by Traxamillion)

Bang the song, and hit up Trax' official myspace page at myspace.com/traxxamillion.

Nima

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1148331764 - January 1, 1970 By : Compton's Most Wanted are back with their long awaited reunion album "Music To Gang Bang" after years in the studio readying their comeback. The new album is due out June 13 on Thump/Universal. On "Music To Gang Bang", CMW, led my MC Eiht, are following the same formula that made them famous.

With tracks like "Still A Menace Part 2" and "Late Night Hype 3", this album is sure to bring the good old days back. The production on this enhanced CD was handled by Fingazz, Mr. Criminal, and others.


Stay posted on Dubcnn for more news and audio on this project.

Here is the final tracklist:

1) Intro
2) Still A Menace Part. 2
3) Music To Gang Bang feat. Mr. Criminal
4) Ain’t Thinking About You
5) Hood Ratz
6) She’s Still A Rat
7) Come Ride With Me “Exclusive Track from MC Eiht “Compton OG”
8) Gangsta Biznezz
9) Radio Skit
10) We Them Gangstz
11) Compton Compton
12) We Get Down With That
13) We Putz In Work
14) Gots To Get High
15) Late Night Hype 3 feat. Stomper (Soldier Ink)
16) Outro - Compton
17) Mega Mix

"Music To Gang Bang" is scheduled to drop on June 13.


In the meantime, check out the Compton's Most Wanted mixtape which has been circulating the streets for a minute. It's called "So Gangsta Vol. 1" and it features all new mixtape cuts from the likes of MC Eiht, Tha Chill, Boom Bam, Foe, King Tee, The Real Boss Hogg, amongst others, with DJ Subflo handling the mixing duties.

Dubcnn has a little audio preview from the 22 track mixtape. These are the tracks "Give That Up", and "Compton La Di Da Di", where you have Eiht rapping over the classic "La Di Da Di" beat.

Compton's Most Wanted - Compton La Di Da Di
Compton's Most Wanted - Give That Up

LilJay

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1148373585 - January 1, 1970 By : Another release to add to the "Must Buy" list in two weeks is the third installment in the Grand Theft Audio series by Shade Sheist. The street album is scheduled to drop on the now famous date of 06.06.06, the date also chosen by Ice Cube for his latest offering "Laugh Now, Cry Later.

With this offering Shade Sheist and long term collaborative partner N.U.N.E. have compiled an offering to suit many musical tastes and preferences. The album was set to be in conjunction with the Cali Untouchable DJs however due to CU's workload the album will be a PYO Incorporated album release.

We have the single from the release below entitled "Playmate" and is a twist of the classic DJ Quik record "The P-ssy Medley" from the album "Rhythm-al-ism" - this version includes the original verses from Nate Dogg, Hi-C & AMG with new verses from Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E. & RedRum - the version is produced by Dolla of Dolla Beats.

Shade Sheist - Playmate (Feat. N.U.N.E., RedRum, Nate Dogg, Hi-C & AMG)

Stay tuned for the latest on this and other PYO releases. N.U.N.E. and Shade Sheist will have a single shipping to radio stations in June with an album to follow later this summer.

Rud

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1148392794 - January 1, 1970 By : Bishop Brigante has been earning his stripes as a fierce emcee in Canada and is poised to explode globally now that he has signed with Bodog Music. Bishop began getting nationwide attention in Canada with the 2003 single "That's The Way" produced by Scam of Time Bandits Music. Veteran rappers Sticky Fingaz and MC Lyte signed on for the remix of the song, wich was distributed nation wide.

2004 brought Bishop to audiences across the Nation opening for the likes of Busta Rhymes, G Unit and Young Buck.

It was also the year Bishop released "About 2 Change" his premier single release which launched Bishop’s video career beyond emcee battles. "About 2 Change" received heavy rotation on Canada’s Much Music and MTV. The video also won him the Urban World Film Festival award, for "Best Video of the Year" in New York City. With a thug-next-door charisma that translates on and off the mic, Bishop was quickly recruited from the stage to the screen. To date, he's appeared on several Canadian series. This includes a cameo role in the CBC urban drama series Drop The Beat, a lead role in the UPN hip hop industry series Platinum, and a starring role in the critically-acclaimed feature film NARC, along side Ray Liotta and Jason Patric.

Bishop grabbed his place in Canadian hip hop history when he took New York City to the mat as the first Canadian emcee to battle on "Freestyle Fridays," BET's weekly showdown on 106 & Park. Winning the clash three weeks in a row, he returned home a national hero and dropped "The Best of Bishop Freestyles," a mix CD showcasing previously unreleased tracks and Freestyles.

With the launch of the Bodog Music label worldwide, Bishop has been invited to join the established roster of outstanding talents. Bishop adds to a strong lineup of urban artists, including Warren G (Bodog Music UK) and Dead Celebrity Status, who are launching their music worldwide on Bodog Music. Aggressive and honest, Bishop is sure to churn out a sound that is exciting and fresh.

Bishop Brigante - About To Change

To learn more visit the Official Website and stay tuned to dubcnn.com

Adon

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1148451959 - January 1, 1970 By : The San Fernando Valley has yet to truely make it's mark in the Hip Hop world. Though, it's the place that's home to J-Ro of Tha Liks, Mike Shinoda's partners Styles Of Beyond, One-2, Sixx John and others, no one artist has yet to put the Hip Hop stamp on the 818.

Latin emcee Hectic is aiming to be that artist. With his Valley Concept Productions behind him and his street album "Real Life, Real Lyrics" on the way, this 23 year old emcee is putting the 818 on his back. We got a couple tracks for ya'll to check out:

First up, Hectic teams with Valley Concept member Jade and Robbs The One for "I Know":

Hectic feat. Jade & Robbs The One - I Know

Next, we have the West Coast themed solo track "Incredible":

Hectic - Incredible

For more info on Hectic peep his Myspace page.

SGV

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1148606378 - January 1, 1970 By : San Diego rapper I-Rocc has been on his grind for years, pumping out project after project, and his long awaited LP "Center Of Attention", which is being presented by none other Yukmouth, is finally seeing the light of day. Years of blood, sweat and tears have paid off, and I-Rocc has just unleashed one hell of an album!

The album is available for only $11 at the Sicc Shop now. I-Rocc reached out to a grip of artists to support him on the project: Mike Jones, Mitchy Slick, Smigg Dirtee, Yukmouth to name a few.

I have two preview tracks available for ya'll to check out before you make your purchase. The first one is a solo, called "Doin' Too Much", and the second is a collabo featuring Yukmouth, Mitchy Slick & Damu, called "Stand Tall". To listen to the songs, click on the highlighted links in the tracklisting below:

1. Possesion Wit Intent To Sell Intro
2. Possesion Wit Intent To Sell Feat Yukmouth C.G.
3. I Gotcha' Feat Game
4. Doin Too Much
5. The Sun is Bacc Feat 12 Guage Shottie
6. Word on the Streets Feat Yukmouth and Smigg Dirtee
7. Man's World Feat A-Wax
8. Tired of Runnin' Round
9. That's My Song
10. Come On Feat Mike Jones Raw Deal Smigg Dirtte
11. Stand Tall Feat Yukmouth Mitchy Slick Damu
12. I Really Live
13. Run Away Feat Smigg Dirtee & Bossman
14. You Feat 12 Guage Shootie
15. I Don't Feat Mac Dre Beta Bossalini Macnificent
16. Smile for Me Outro

If you like what you hear, make sure to place your order now by clicking Sicc Shop.

Nima

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1149329457 - January 1, 1970 By : Tonight, a select few got to witness history in the making. Omar Cruz announced that he would be the first artist off of BYI Entertainment (and partners Mr. Cartoon and Estevan Oriol of Joker Brand/SA Studios) since the label inked a 50/50 Deal with Geffen and industry super-power Interscope Records. To make it real official, Tom Pununzio of Geffen and Jimmy Iovine of Interscope were in the house co-signing O Dot, LuLu, Rome and the whole BYI heavily. Also in the house for this event was one of the illest producers out right now, period Javie Lopez; Long Beach native Crooked I; Sen Dog of the legendary Cypress Hill; Skinhead Rob of Expensive Taste/Soul Assassins Family; VA's DJ Noe Dout and others all showing love and support for Omar Cruz and BYI.

Back in late 2004, I introduced ya'll to a name that was randomly heard around the L.A. underground scene and to a label that was a virtual unknown at the time. A year and a half later and they've done a complete 180. This has been a long time coming for an artist like Omar Cruz and a label like BYI. They've made it this far with little to no major affiliation in the Rap world. O Dot now has the blessings of big-wigs Jimmy Iovine and Tom Pununzio, not to mention, a Hip Hop legend like Dr. Dre giving personal advice. All those who had doubts about whether O.Cruz was really signing to a major should be feeling real stupid right now. This was no Publicity Stunt, O.Cruz and BYI did it and they did it big.

The event was nothing but smiles and good times. Drinks and food (Tacos, Taquitos and more direct from Tito's Tacos) were on the house. Mr. Cartoon brought the lowriders out. DJ Noe Dout was spinning the hot shit (including the up coming mixtape from Omar Cruz The Cruzifixion, which, in my opinion, blows his other two mixtapes, and they were extremely hot to begin with, out the water). As I stated before, we'll be bringing you the up to date news and on this historical event. We've been your number one spot for O.Cruz and BYI news for a hot minute, now others are trying to catch up, but they're still falling short. This is just a wrap up report of what went down tonight. We got some exclusive Photo's and an exlcusive video that only the people the party got to see. But, as we always do here... we bringing it to ya'll on here courtesy of BYI!

Lastly, here's a little audio clip of Mr.Cartoon and Omar Cruz talking about the deal and giving their thanks to all those who made it possible. The audio maybe a bit high, so do not have your speakers too loud right off the bat.

Mr. Cartoon & Omar Cruz Talk About The I/G/A Deal

It's BYI BITCH! Check back tomorrow for more. Accept no substitutes!

SGV

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1149634920 - January 1, 1970 By : Shade Sheist and Nune sat down with us here at dubcnn for an in-depth discussion about their past experiences over at Baby Ree Entertainment, to their future endeavours with their company, PYO Entertainment and their up and coming projects that they are working on for themselves, as well as their new artists that they have in store for you.

As you probably already know, today marks the release of Shade Sheist and Nune’s third street album. “GTA3: Real West Coast Radio” went on sale today and I’ve got to say, you must cop it – just like Sheist told us in the interview, there may be beats that you’ve heard on other peoples projects, but you have never heard them like this before.

“Put Yourself Out Entertainment” is set to do it big in ’06, with so many anticipated projects in the works, and it doesn’t stop with the music – PYO is a movement in itself and is soon going to be offering you a range of different services, from legal tips and answers, to books on how to put yourself out.

So make sure you check out the exclusive interview we have for you here on dubcnn by clicking here, and don’t forget to get your free copy of GTA3: Real West Coast Radio by visiting the official PYO Entertainment website here. You can also stop by and add PYO to your friends list on Myspace, by clicking here.

Inspire

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1149674095 - January 1, 1970 By : On Memorial Day Twista had his “2nd Annual Bottles & Models” affair in Miami which was covered by Echoing Soundz & Dubcnn.
The crowd witnessed a great performance by Styles P, Twista & the Speedknot Mobstaz and the Marlin Hotel was packed with stars and beautiful models.

If you missed the show we here at DUBCNN have some exclusive pictures for y'all.


Buffy and AA
Julez Santana
Marlin Hotel
Models
MP and AA
Twista and Lil Scrappy
Twista and J Hood
Twista, J Hood and Styles P
Twista with Kingmagazine
Twista with models
Hoopz
Lil Scrappy and Slim Thug
Twista
Twista with Hoopz
Lil Scrappy
Twista, J Hood, Styles P with Women

Twista is Currently on Tom Cruise's "Mission Impossible III" promotional tour Twista, Kanye West and Keyshia Cole are making their national television show rounds by performing the new single for the film, entitled "Impossible.” Over the past week the trio has performed on MTV’s TRL, BET’s 106&Park,The Ellen DeGeneres and Late Night with Jay Leno.

Shoutouts to Echo Hattix! Visit our affiliate Echoing Soundz by clicking here.

Yash

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1149807251 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Strong and DJ Warrior are the only DJ's in the world who have managed to do an official street mixtape with Ice Cube. They released the "Cali Untouchable Radio Part 11" mixtape earlier this week, in support of Cube's new studio album, "Laugh Now, Cry Later", which is out in stores now.

"Cali Untouchable Radio Part 11" is hosted by Ice Cube himself and is a well rounded mixtape showcasing the Don Mega's biggest hits as well as a brand new interview. The mixtape also features Stico & Da Bandit's "On One Remix" as an unsigned hype bonus song, which Dubcnn visitors will be familiar with. This will be guaranteed to knock most of the industry albums out of the park. The Cali Untouchable DJs are about to take California hostage!

The mixtape is now available for purchase from Dubcnn. You can also get it as a Mp3 download where you'll be given access to download the mixtape (no shipping fees!). Scroll down to place your order.


Tracklisting for "Cali Untouchable Radio Part 11"

1. Ice Cube, Warrior & Strong - Cali Untouchable Radio Intro
2. Race Card - Ice Cube
3. Ice Cube Speaks
4. Why We Thugs - Ice Cube
5. Child Support - Ice Cube
6. Chrome & Paint (Rmx) - Ice Cube (Prod. by J Classic of Tha Warriorz)
7. Ice Cube Speaks Pt. 2
8. Ghetto Bird - Ice Cube
9. You Know How We Do It - Ice Cube
10. What Can I Do? (Rmx) - Ice Cube
11. Check Yo Self (Rmx) - Ice Cube
12. Check Yo Self (Blend) - Ice Cube
13. Check Yo Self (OG) - Ice Cube
14. Ice Cube Speaks Pt. 3
15. Wicked - Ice Cube
16. How To Survive In South Central - Ice Cube
17. Jackin For Beats - Ice Cube
18. Tha Nigga You Love To Hate - Ice Cube
19. My Summer Vacation - Ice Cube
20. Bopgun - Ice Cube
21. Ice Cube Speaks Pt. 4
22. Steady Mobbin - Ice Cube
23. We Had to Tear This Sh*t Up - Ice Cube
24. Ice Cube Speaks Pt. 5
25. Natural Born Killaz - Ice Cube/Dr. Dre
26. Hello - Ice Cube/Dr. Dre
27. Get Ignint - Ice Cube
28. Call 9-1-1 - Ice Cube
29. Ice Cube speaks on Tha Block DVD Magazine
30. It Was A Good Day - Ice Cube
31. Once Upon A Time In The Projects - Ice Cube
32. Lil Ass G - Ice Cube
33. Ain't Nuthin But A Word To Me - Ice Cube/Too Short
34. HipHopWest.com & Ice Cube -Outro

UNSIGNED HYPE SECTION
35. On One (Rmx) - Stico & Da Bandit/Sly Boogy
36. M.I.Aneek - Custom Made


"Cali Untouchable Radio Part 11" is now available for purchase from Dubcnn (through PayPal) for the low price of $6.99. You can also get it as a Mp3 download where you'll be given access to download the mixtape (no shipping fees!). It's available for only $5.50 and it comes with all the 36 songs in high quality MP3 and the artwork (front & back covers). After you place your order (through PayPal), you will be sent the download link to your email address (please allow a couple hours).

Click on the button below to purchase a hard copy or a download copy of the mixtape:

DJ Strong, DJ Warrior, Ice Cube - Cali Untouchable Radio 11 (Original CD)

DJ Strong, DJ Warrior, Ice Cube - Cali Untouchable Radio 11 (MP3 Download)

 

LilJay

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1149888016 - January 1, 1970 By : Dope Fiend Records announced today that the debut album by Amir, "Lyrical Terrorism", will see the light of day later this month. The album, which features tracks with DJ Quik, Erick Sermon, Keith Murray, Butch Cassidy, Damizza, JU-L, and more will be available exclusively on iTunes on June 27th.

Make sure you cop it when it drops, retail distribution is coming soon.




The album tracklist is as follows:

1. Intro
2. Lyrical Terrorism (prod. by Damizza)
3. Slipped on Da Ice (prod. by DJ Quik)
4. Lugeez I Spit feat. Erick Sermon
5. Back & Forth feat. Butch Cassidy
6. Don't Cry feat. Kenya
7. Da Game is Changin'
8. What's my Life Worth (prod. by DJ Quik)
9. My Life is Done feat. DJ Quik
10. If You Want It feat. Keith Murray
11. Both Sides of My World
12. Be Forgiven
13. Bloody Murder feat. OZ
14. Just Like to Roll feat. Butch Cassidy
15. Burnin' feat Ju-L

For more information on Amir and Dope Fiend Records please visit dopefiendrecords.com or myspace.com/amirdfr

LilJay

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1150066945 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn hooked up with DJ Warrior to bring you this summers first edition of weekend audio.

We have a few summer bangers for you guys to put in your ride.
First up is a song by 310 West Gang called "Ride With Us" which is the best track from the “Westcoast Geez” soundtrack.
The other song which is a summer slumper is a remake by Brown Boy of the famous "Bouncin In My Lolo" by Zapp; from the latest compilation “Lowrider Music Cruzing With HPG”.

Lloyd Banks is getting ready to drop his new album “Rotten Apple”. He sent us new freestyle over the Biggie track "1970 Something".

We also have an exclusive new track from Young Buck called "In My Hood"
Both G-Unit artists have albums coming out this summer.

Next up we have a dope song from JT The Bigga Figga called "Who Can Blame Me".
It’s from his latest compilation “Get Low Playaz In The Streets Of Fillmoe” which features Young Noble, Keyshia Cole, San Quinn, Messy Marv and many more from the bay area.

Dead Prez & Young Noble are dropping a group album this week called “Can't Sell Dope Forever”.
We have the song "Came Up" from the album which doesn’t have many features besides the Layzie Bone & Stormy.

Aftermath’s Stat Quo sent us a new track called "Billion Bucks". His long awaited album “Statlanta” is coming late summer/ early fall this year.

Terror squad’s DJ Khaled has a tight album out entitled “Listennn (the Album)” which features all the big names of hip-hop; Twista, Bone, T.I., Kanye West, D Block and many more. We have the song by Twista & Krayzie Bone titled "Destroy You" for you're listening pleasure.

Terror Squad also blessed Warrior and Dubcnn with a song featuring Rick Ross called "Let's Go" which is from the Terror Squad “True Story (the Lost Tracks)”.

We're going to finish this weekend's audio update with a new hot song by Big Pun (R.I.P.) called "180 Rounds" and a new joint from Jim Jones entitled "Reppin Time" produced by Runners CLN.

I like to send a big shout out to my friend Dj Warrior for the tracks he submitted for this weekend's audio update. Go to www.djwarrior.biz or www.hiphopwest.com for more info on the latest DJ Warrior mixtapes and lookout for our next weekend audio update next week.

Make sure you support all the artists this summer and buy the albums and compilations if you like any of the songs we put up!

Yash

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1150538455 - January 1, 1970 By : As we've reported numerous times, Kurupt is set to drop his street solo album "Same Day, Different Shit" independently on June 27th through Gangsta Advisory Records. Daz produced the album, and just sent over a new joint to release on the site for ya'll.

The track was originally titled "I'm Cool", but the final title is "Scrape Through The Hood". The song hit the dubcc forums yesterday, but here it is for everybody to check out:

Kurupt - Scrape Thru Tha Hood (Prod. by Daz)

To pre-order "Same Day, Different Shit" now, click here.

Tracklisting:

1. Young Gotti Intro
2. Scrape Thru Tha Hood
3. Make That A** Shake
4. I Get High 2
5. As Time Fly By - (featuring Daz Dillinger)
6. OG Gangstaz Part 2 - (featuring Daz Dillinger)
7. Ryde & Roll
8. What Can I Do - (featuring Ashton Jones)
9. Yes I'm Quicker
10. Shoot 'Em Up (Skit)
11. Accessories (Nina Breeda)
12. I Did It
13. Ain't That Somethin' - (featuring Daz Dillinger)
14. Young Gotti Outro

Nima

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1150570865 - January 1, 1970 By : West Coast legend DJ Crazy Toones, the personal DJ of both Ice Cube & WC, is proud to present his first mixtape of this millenium; "CT Experience." He has aligned with both DJ Skee & DJ Reflex to put together what can only be refered to as a classic street album featuring all exclusive music done specifically for this mixtape from artists including Ice Cube, The Game, Snoop Dogg, WC, Daz, Damani, Xzibit, MC Ren, King Tee, Jayo Felony, Soopafly, Young Maylay, Bad Lucc and many more encompassing the brightest and hottest talent on the West Coast.


01) The Arraingement (Intro)
02) G Shit (Ice Cube & WC)
03) Roll On Em (WC, Xzibit, MC Ren, & Young Maylay)
04) The Wait Is Over (Remix) (Damani & WC)
05) South Central (Skit)
06) Will I Die (The Game & Gusto)
07) Definition Of A Mixtape (Skit)
08) You Aint Street!!! (Mad CJ Mac)
09) Gangbang Music (Soopafly & Kurupt)
10) This Life (Snoop Dogg & WC)
11) The Rat Pack (King Tee, Young Maylay, Roscoe)
12) Mixtape Shit (Ice Cube)
13) How To Survive In The LBC (Daz)
14) Its Going Down (Feat. WC)
15) We See You Niggas (WC, Jayo Felony, & Young Maylay)
16) The Powa Of Mix-t-a-p-e-s (Skit)
17) Where You From (Bad Lucc)
18) Hoodrat Bitch Part 3 (P.S.)
19) Why We Thugs (Ice Cube)
20) Bangin West Coast (Soopafly)
21) You Can Have A Crazy Tape (Skit)
22) Black Ty
23) Outro

We have one track currently for you to sample from the mixtape courtesy of DJ Skee however we will have more later today or tomorrow; as always stay tuned for the latest on dubcnn. The mixtape is exclusively available to buy on XLMixtapes.com and is a must for any fan of West Coast hip hop.

Rud

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1150580316 - January 1, 1970 By : Just two updates ago we revealed details of West Coast legend DJ Crazy Toones' first mixtape of this millenium entitled; "CT Experience." The personal DJ of both Ice Cube & WC as we earlier discussed has aligned with both DJ Skee & DJ Reflex to put together a release with exclusive music, some of which has been done specifically for this mixtape from artists including Ice Cube, The Game, Snoop Dogg, WC, Daz, Damani, Xzibit, MC Ren, King Tee, Jayo Felony, Soopafly, Young Maylay, Bad Lucc and many more encompassing the brightest and hottest talent on the West Coast.


Below once again is the tracklist however this time with three extra tracks, including a cut from Ice Cube and WC, a joint from King Tee with Roscoe & Young Maylay as well as solo from Daz Dillinger - where else but right here on dubcnn!

01) The Arraingement (Intro)
02) G Shit (Ice Cube & WC)
03) Roll On Em (WC, Xzibit, MC Ren, & Young Maylay)
04) The Wait Is Over (Remix) (Damani & WC)
05) South Central (Skit)
06) Will I Die (The Game & Gusto)
07) Definition Of A Mixtape (Skit)
08) You Aint Street!!! (Mad CJ Mac)
09) Gangbang Music (Soopafly & Kurupt)
10) This Life (Snoop Dogg & WC)
11) The Rat Pack (King Tee, Young Maylay, Roscoe)
12) Mixtape Shit (Ice Cube)
13) How To Survive In The LBC (Daz)
14) Its Going Down (Feat. WC)
15) We See You Niggas (WC, Jayo Felony, & Young Maylay)
16) The Powa Of Mix-t-a-p-e-s (Skit)
17) Where You From (Bad Lucc)
18) Hoodrat Bitch Part 3 (P.S.)
19) Why We Thugs (Ice Cube)
20) Bangin West Coast (Soopafly)
21) You Can Have A Crazy Tape (Skit)
22) Black Ty
23) Outro

Once again shouts to the homie DJ Skee for blessing us with new music, support the project and as always stay tuned for the latest on dubcnn. As a reminder, the mixtape is exclusively available to buy on XLMixtapes.com - make sure you support it!

Rud

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1150852467 - January 1, 1970 By : DUBCNN & DJ Warrior hooked up again this week for another summertime audio update.

We're gonna start with a new song from Nas called “Where Ya’ll At”. Make sure you are on the lookout for the upcoming Nas album which is to be released on Def Jam Records and executive produced by Jay Z.

Next up we have a banger from Cleveland artist, Ray Cash called “Pay Back” and three brand new bangers from Scipio:

Scipio - “Round”
Scipio - “County Jail” featuring Teedra Moses
Scipio - “Still In The Hood”

As we continue on we have a tight song from Rick Ross, who is said by many to be the next big thing from the South; he is featured on Daz’s first single from the “So So Gangsta” album and is also dropping his own heat with a second single produced by Cool n Dre entitled, “Blow” which features Dre.

For all of the D-Block fans, don’t think we have forgotten you. We have a song from Jadakiss featuring PK (Young Scarface) which is called “No Problems”.

This week’s R&B track is from Janet Jackson, it’s the first single off her new album and features Nelly. The track is produced by JD and is entitled, “Call On Me”.

Luni Coleone & Hollow Tip have a tight new album out in the streets right now called “Still Wanted”. We have one song off there for you all entitled, “Grab Dat Cannon” which features Big Hollis.

Playalitical is another rapper from the West Coast who dropped a tight album last week titled “Code Green”. The album had a lot of big name features from such people as, The Game, Spice 1, Bizzy Bone and many more. We have two bangers from the album to let you hear:

Playalitical - “Doin’ It Wrong” featuring Bizzy Bone
Playalitical - “You Dont Want It” featuring Spice 1, Duce Stabs, Luni Coleone, Spoke-In-Wordz & Young Droop.

To wrap this weekday audio update up, we have two DJ Premiere produced songs for you all; the first one is by Termanology and is called “Watch How It Go Down"

The second one is the latest joint by AZ called “The Format”.

Make sure you check out the latest tracks right here on Dubcnn. A big shoutout to DJ Warrior and all of hiphopwest.com!


Yash

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1150919436 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn is proud to announce details of a partnership between DJ Skee and Next Level Media/Hype Marketing for the launch of the first annual Envy Expo which is to be presented by DJ Skee at the world famous Los Angeles Convention Center on Saturday, July 8th 2006.

We have the full details below however DJ Skee took time out to do an exclusive audio clip outlining the "Envy Expo" and what you can expect; Exclusive Audio From DJ Skee.


The event is set to showcase everything enviable in the urban lifestyle, the Envy Expo will bring together a rare combination never seen before of exclusive product showcases alongside entertainment from Los Angeles’ finest. Multi-platinum hip-hop superstar The Game will hit the stage live for the first time in Los Angeles in nearly a year, headlining the show.

On display will be over 100 of the most exclusive vehicles in the world ranging from a $1.2 million dollar Bugatti, to customized and celebrity owned Lamborghinis, Rolls Royces, Bentleys, and more. In addition to vehicles, the most expensive pair of Nike shoes ever sold on eBay (for over $33,000) will be on display in the Air Macks Crew shoe showcase courtesy of Ben Baller, DJ AM, and DJ Homicide. As if that wasn't enough the legendary artist Mister Çartoon will be on hand for his first public showcase with the Mister Cartoon, SA Studios, and Joker Brand Inc. booth featuring some of the rarest lowriders and old school vehicles ever seen, alongside artwork and murals from Mister Cartoon himself, and a gallery from world-renowned photographer Estevan Oriol.

In addition, A Midsummer Night’s Dream Weekend presented by L.A. Stars (Baron Davis and Paul Pierce), and the Envy Expo will feature a Slam Dunk contest judged by NBA Athletes and some of the West Coasts biggest street ball players benefiting the All Star Charity Weekend. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster for A Midsummer Night Celebrity Dream Game taking place the very next day (July 9th) at the Staples Center. Other sections and showcases include a VIP Jewelry Expo showcasing high end and exclusive jewelry from some of today’s biggest artists presented by Ballin’, an Electronics Expo featuring the newest, hottest, and unreleased electronics ever seen, a Woman’s Expo showcasing high end female oriented items including customized phones by Krystali of London, multi-million dollar boats, celebrity meet and greets, Playboy models, and much much more.

Tickets are available now for a special pre-sale price of $25 at EnvyExpo.com or DJSKEE.com and will be available on the door for $30.

DJ Skee outlines the "Envy Expo" in an Exclusive Audio Clip for dubcnn. Expect the latest on this event from dubcnn.com

Rud

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1151070806 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn recently had the opportunity to speak once again to Kanye West's artist Rhymefest. Following a long delay for the release of his debut album Blue Collar he is now ready to unleash it on the world and as such stopped by to discuss the release as well as much more. We discuss the past year of his life, who he has on the album production wise, the Brooklyn Festival he is performing at for the second time and many other topics.

Click Here to checkout our exclusive interview with Rhymefest.


Make sure you go to the Brooklyn Hip-hop festival tomorrow. Rhymefest told us that he has a huge surprise for the fans.

Yash

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1151238715 - January 1, 1970 By : We have a world premiere for ya'll, courtesy of the homie Daz. Him and Kurupt headed up north to the Bay recently, to hook up with San Quinn and Daz' former partner JT The Bigga Figga.

They recorded a certified heatrock entitled "Fresh Young Thang (F.Y.T.)", and I'm not joking, the song goes hard! They were so pleased with the result, that there are talks of San Quinn's new album to come out through a joint venture with D.P.G. & Done Deal Ent. Who would've thought?

For now, check out the song, which was produced by Daz & Ivan Johnson for Dogg Poung G/C, and make your own judgement of this collaboration:

San Quinn - Fresh Young Thang (F.Y.T.) (ft. D.P.G.) (Prod. by Daz & Ivan Johnson)

Enjoy the exclusive, and if you like what you hear, make sure to pick up San Quinn's album "The Rock: Pressure Makes Diamonds" in stores now, aswell as the DVD with the same name. D.P.G.'s new album also drops at the end of the month, "Cali Iz Active".

Nima

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1151431692 - January 1, 1970 By : April 2006 was the first time that dubcnn readers we're exposed to a talented youngster by the name of Yung Walt, the Inglewood High graduate who swiftly opted for a career in music. Initial criticism by those close to him of that decision soon turned to delight as Yung Walt hopped on a hit single with Snoop Dogg for the "Welcome To Tha Church Tha Album" ["Shake Dat Sh-t"] a cut he wrote lyrics and performed the hook for.

Since then he was been busy working with various producers such as; Battlecat, Terrace Martin, 1500 and Chordz.

He released the solo album which we showcased music from called "Hustle 2 Struggle" under the independent label "Ghetto Child ENT" run by himself and partners Bubba and Mac Jackson - successfully selling over 3,000 units in L.A.

Over the past few months he has been working on a new mixtape to showcase his latest material to the world aptly titled; "The Presentation" [Hosted by: DJ Qwess] - where better he thought than to allow dubcnn.com to "Present" the mixtape to world as a Free download! We took some time with Yung Walt to find out what he thought of the mixtape: "I feel this mixtape is more like an album just because of the topics I'm on yet although im still lyrically going bananas - I'm just warming up!

He went on to explain how he feels about his position right now; "I feel i am the underground King of L.A. yet still I'm not the only one...we're all Kings its just I'm working to be one of the most mentioned."

When asked what he feels is the track on the mixtape that he enjoyed making and has become a favourite he told dubcnn: "My favorite song is 'Write My Wrongs' where I get political over the Lupe Fiasco 'Kick Push' track." - dont take his word for it, sample that and other tracks in the tracklist and look further down for the exclusive full mixtape download courtesy of Yung Walt and dubcnn.com. This is one not to be missed, shouts to Yung Walt & Ghetto Child ENT.

01) The Presentation
02) Paperback
03) Gettn Sum Head
04) Its Goin Down
05) Keep On Pushin
06) Diamonds On My Neck
07) Brim Low
08) Write My Wrongs
09) 3 For 1
10) And They Say
11) Chirp Back
12) Freak Hoes
13) Feel It In The Air
14) Tell The World
15) Money On Mind
16) Hustla Musik
17) Cum A Lil Bit Closer
18) Let Me Take You
19) Presented

I know if you checked them then you are impressed and will be fiending for the full mixtape download, those that didnt check them may well have been previously impressed by the material we showcased as part of our On The Come Up Article on Yung Walt - either way, the exclusive mixtape download is below, enjoy and please drop feedback over at the forums.

Yung Walt - The Presentation (Mixtape)

Rud

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1151432403 - January 1, 1970 By : An active member of the New West Movement, Hawthorne, CA, rapper Taje has finally finished his "Hot Box: The Mixtape Classic" project. Being a member of Thug Life, aswell as Bishop Lamont's crew the War Dogz, Taje has alot of hookups and boasts features from Mopreme Shakur, Big Syke, Bishop Lamont, Scipio, Problem, Dae One, Noni Spitz, Chevy Jones & Roccett amongst others.

The project was produced by mostly produced by Dae One, with additional production by The System, Klassic, Problem and a few others.

To view the front cover in full size, click on the thumbnail. We have three preview tracks from "Hot Box" for ya'll to listen to, and see what Taje is really all about. The mixtape will also be available at the dubcnn store by the end of the week, so you can pick up your original copy.

Check out three preview tracks below, by clicking on the highlighted links in the tracklisting:

01 Intro
02 Dump A Clip On Em'
03 Legal Life
04 Get What U Need (ft. Chevy Jones)
05 Hennessy (ft. Chevy Jones)
06 World Premiere
07 Back 2 Basics (ft. Bishop Lamont)
08 Left The Drugz Alone
09 Do It Big (ft. Scipio, Problem & Noni Spitz)
10 No Strings, No Hooks
11 Reality
12 Dont Talk (ft. Y.A.K)
13 Havin' Heart Is Havin' Money (ft. (Thug Life) Mopreme Shakur, Macadoshis & Big Syke)
14 Time (ft. Noni Spitz)
15 Lay Down
16 Whistlin'
17 Characters (ft. Tommy Green)
18 We Run These Streetz
19 Ask Somebody (ft. Small Doe & Roccett)
20 2 Places (ft. Kwest & Mopreme Shakur)
21 What A Wonderful World-Outro

Enjoy the audio previews, and make sure to pick up the mixtape when it's in the store! Also, hit up Taje's official website at tajeonline.com.

Nima

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1151504141 - January 1, 1970 By : Compton, California has seen the rise of some of the greatest artists in the history of Hip Hop. The City boasts a resume of legendary artists such as Eazy-E, Dr. Dre & Ice Cube to name a few. But, with the rise of the latest Compton based record label, it is now poised to witness yet another phenomenon from the West Coast. Brazil Street Record's is releasing their latest Mixtape, Brazil Street Hustlaz, which is going to hit the streets hard. The project had such a magnitutde that Brazil Street Records & My World Management had to enlist a DJ of the same magnitutde, the Cali Untouchable himself DJ Warrior to Mix and Present the 33 track monster of a Mixtape.

With a solid Brazil Street roster, they are aiming to cement Compton, once again, as the foundation of Gangsta rap. Their movement comes full swing with this Mixtape, which features bangin' new tracks from Friday, KBL, B-Fly, Badseed & Ya-O (The Lost Soulz), Broadcast, Chase, Lawless, Inessa, Yung Klev, The Set and Sony/Blu Division's the Watts native G. Malone. Big Fase Hunned himself even makes an appearance on the project. While everyone has heard rappers claiming to spit fire, The Brazil Street artists all lace each track with nothing less than certified Grade A napalm. Watch as The Brazil Street Hustlas hit the street in full force with this release, as they bring some of the sickest flows delivered in years. On top of the flurry of hot up and coming emcees, enlisted for Production is Frequency, Soundwave, Focus & The Otz, to name a few.

In case you're not sold on this Mixtape yet, we have a little write up for ya'll: Starting the Mixtape off is the menacing "Snap Freestyle," where we find Friday delivering a brash flow and unprecedented lyricism that paints a poetical portrait as this young talent is prepared to dominate the industry. G. Malone upgrades his breakthrough anthem "200" and now adds 100 Eses, to show love to all those that have supported him, creating the street banger of the year "300". The Mixtape also includes features from Major Blood, Finesse and the Bay's own Ya Boy. Make sure you dont miss out on the biggest release to hit the streets in a while. This Mixtape is 33 barely containable tracks from the streets leading movement. Just in time for Summer, this is guaranteed to be bangin' on systems from West to East, North to South and everywhere in between. Compton's next generation emcees are prepared to carry on the legacy of those before them, and along with the help of DJ Warrior, the Compton cartel is set to take the streets by storm and establish their dominance. Don't miss the project that'll take the streets in a chokehold, show your support.

Check out: Kleva Da Terrible - Don't Rush

Head over to BrazilAndWilmington.com to order the Mixtape!

SGV

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1151652679 - January 1, 1970 By : Larceny Entertainment is scheduled to release a new DVD called "The B-Side". Hosted by Larceny Entertainment's own Young Hootie, this DVD takes you through some of the most notorious B-Side neighborhoods and gives you a first hand glimpse into the next hood superstars.

Ride with them as they move through Southeast San Diego with Mitchy Slick & Tiny Doo, hustle up top in Harlem with El Dorado Red, swerve through the West Side of Compton with Young Hootie, and make stops in Inglewood with The Relativez, Athens Park with Hooda John, and hit northern Cali to peep how Messy Marv & A-Wax rep "The B-Side". The B-side also takes you down south to let you know just how far the phenomenon stretches, from state to state.

Complete with a (6) song E.P. of original music, "The B-Side" gives you an audio-visual perspective on an underground street movement plus the artist that drive it. With the exclusive, behind the scenes footage, interviews, performances and unreleased street videos make this DVD a must-see for all who claim, appreciate or wanna be down with…. "The B-Side".

Check out the trailer by clicking here.

LilJay

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1152163344 - January 1, 1970 By : "From Pomona to San Bernardino It's 909, Still Ridin' With Riverside When It's Time To Grind, It Was Originally 714, And This Is Also For That 951 And 760" - SkiLL

If you've been paying attention to your number one spot for Hip Hop news, Dubcnn, as of late, you would have seen a huge amount of material from the West Coast's latest bubbling section: The Inland Empire. Just East of Los Angeles County, the I.E. has finally made it's way out of L.A.'s shadow and has began producing an onslaught of talent. One of the brightest bulbs in the entire I.E. bunch is SkiLL. He's no stranger to Dubcnn, as we've featured him on here many times before. He's grinded from selling his homemade recorded and pressed Mixtapes on the I.E. streets to working with Infamous/G-Unit's 40 Glocc, I.E. Producer WS Bugg and many others.

A few months ago, he crafted a song for a fellow San Bernardino resident, Jynxx. The up coming producer just put out his Beats And Life album independently. One of the songs featured was by SkiLL and was called "Inland Empire." Since it's release, you've seen a flurry of other I.E. anthem styled tracks from a host of emcee's from the area. But as SkiLL puts it: "It's the modern Inland Anthem for the City and County of San Bernardino."

There was a Remix that was to be recorded and produced by Jynxx, which was set to feature not only skill SkiLL, WS Bugg, 40 Glocc, M-One, and others. But, unfortunately, it hasn't been decided on by SkiLL, whether or not it should be released. Feel free to ask the man why by visiting his Myspace and sending him a message. While you're there, be on the look out for a few tracks to be posted up from his latest Mixtape that he's recently scrapped as he's began working on some brand new material, mostly due to the content it contained and the recent rise in violence through the City of San Bernardino. SkiLL expalins his music will "be less violent and and more inspirational to the streets of the 909 and the whole globe. Shouts out to Westside Bugg, 40 Glocc, Seis-One, Jynxx, Dubcnn, West San Bernardino and the whole world." The Mixtape is titled Rubbed The Wrong Way.

Before being an emcee from the I.E. was the thing to be, SkiLL was one of the few repping I.E. on every track to the fullest. He's one to watch for in 06 and 07.

SkiLL - Inland Empire (Prod. Jynxx)

SGV

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1152281614 - January 1, 1970 By : Los Angeles, CA July 7th, 2006 - With the launch of the first annual Envy Expo Presented by DJ Skee just a day away, one more reminder had to be done. The Envy Expo will feature everything enviable in the urban lifestyle including over 100 of the most exclusive vehicles in the world, a shoe showcase featuring the most expensive pair of Nike shoes ever sold presented by the Air Macks Crew (DJ AM, DJ Ben Baller, DJ Homicide), a VIP Jewelry Expo: showcasing high end and exclusive jewelry. An Electronics Expo: featuring the newest, hottest, and unreleased electronics ever seen. A Womans Expo: showcasing high end female oriented items, multi-million dollar boats, celebrity meet and greets, Playboy models, and much much more.

The Evny Expo is also going to feature the most envied up and coming West Coast talent including: Omar Cruz, G.Malone, Mitchy Slick, Jay Rock, and Damani. They have been added to the Envy Expo stage lineup, with Kanye West's protoge GLC, who is currently featured on the hit "Drive Slow," alongside Kanye & Paul Wall, and The Game. He'll be live on stage for the first time in Los Angeles in nearly a year, as he will be headlining the Super Show going down this Saturday, July 8th, at the world famous Los Angeles Convention Center.

The Envy Expo will also feature Mister Cartoon's first public showcase of his own Lowriders and artwork, as well as a Slam Dunk contest judged by Baron Davis and other celebrity judges as a part of his Midsummer Night Weekend.

Doors open this Saturday at the Los Angeles Convention Center at noon. Tickets are still available for a special pre-sale price of $25 at EnvyExpo.com and DJSKEE.com, and will be $30 at the door. Check out EnvyExpo.com or MySpace.com/EnvyExpo for more information.

SGV

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1152787580 - January 1, 1970 By : Fresh out from a hiatus due to a jail sentence, Messy Marv has taken his independent hustle to the next level. On July 18th, Messy Marv is releasing his latest installment, titled "Draped up and Chipped Out". "Draped up and Chipped" out is a banging soundtrack to a short movie being released later this fall under Messy Marv’s company Scalen Films.

The soundtrack is packed with stellar artists such as E-40, C-Bo, Guce, Mistah F.A.B., Keak Da Sneak, The Team, B-Legit, Kurupt, San Quinn, Black-C of RBL Posse, Reall, PSD, Dem Hoodstarz, The Jacka, Husalah, Mitchy Slick, V-White of The Delinquents, Dwayne Wiggins of Tony Toni Tone, Richie Rich, Click Clack Gang, Victor Jones, Sean-T, Selau & Dee Dee.

I have a preview from the album for ya'll to check out, it's the single "It's Good", featuring E-40. Listen below:

Messy Marv - It's Good (ft. E-40)

This is only the beginning, as Messy Marv's company Scalen LLC is bringing you three more projects by years end. We will keep you up to date!

Nima

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1152869365 - January 1, 1970 By : 2006 marks the 10th Anniversary of Hip-Hop's seminal DIY crew; The Living Legends.

The collective made up of The Grouch, Murs, Luckyiam, Eligh, Sunspot Jonz, Scarub Bicasso and Aesop have consistently released quality material over the past decade to fans worldwide.

With a unique style they have successfully influenced countless artists with their lyrics, production and shows - yet still seem somewhat ahead of the rest.

They are back this year with a new album to follow their last two releases; "Classic" which has sold over 25,000 units and "Creative Differences" which has Soundscanned over 35,000 copies. The new album is called "Legendary Music: Volume 1" and gives the listener a chance to see what the next decade holds for the group members. With all new music from everyone on the album there is something for all tastes to embrace.

There is a special bonus on the release as it includes an unreleased track from the 3 Melancholy Gypsies, which fans may know as a side project by Murs, Eligh & Scarub - that track we have for exclusive download as a preview of the album below.

With in-group production coming from members Eligh, The Grouch and Scarub there is also music from Bean One, Hecktik [Diego Redd], Dirt Nasty, DJ Fresh and Brycon. Fear not however, rest assured that the varied production credits do not prevent the album from having structure and flow - this is most definitely one for the collection - the Living Legends crew are providing this as a special-price sampler for 2006 with one solo song from each of the crew members' upcoming solo releases for this year as well as the unreleased tracks afformentioned - Volume 1 is a summertime prelude to the crew's official 10th Anniversary release.

We have the tracklisting below as well as two audio preview tracks courtesy of The Living Legends and Red Distribution. The album will be in stores on August 8, 2006

01) Aesop - Moving at the Speed of Life (Feat. Slug)
02) Lucky - Another Day (Feat. Marty James)
03) Grouch - Artsy
04) Bicasso - She's The One
05) Sunspot Jonz - Purple Kush
06) Murs - Love You Like This
07) Lucky - Rap, Rap, Rap
08) Bicasso - Think Big
09) 3 Melancholy Gypsys - 2010 [Murs, Eligh & Scarub)
10) Scarub - Close To You (Feat. Nesa Wright)
11) Grouch & Eligh - Remember Who You Are

For the latest on this release stay tuned to dubcnn.com, or visit the Living Legends on MySpace or at their Official Site.

Rud

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1152951316 - January 1, 1970 By : Bigg Snoop Dogg took some time yesterday to speak with AllHipHop about his new album; "The Blue Carpet Treatment" [due in the fall], his plans for WestCoast Dominance as well as his work on two new westcoast groups - who you may ask? Well the project we exclusively revealed last week called Warzone with MC Eiht, Kam & Goldie Loc [listen to Goldie Loc telling dubcnn about the project; here] - and the group that has been around for a few years and are no strangers to dubcnn - Westurn Union - which includes original members Damani & Bad Lucc and now includes DPG member Soopafly.


Snoop Dogg explained that we wishes to reclaim the top spot for the westcoast; "I hate losing. I'm a sore loser. That's why when the West Coast was losing, I had to come step the game up so we could get back in the game. We just want to get noticed one more time and then once you notice us and start to hear us, then you'll start to feel us."

With recent westcoast releases Snoop forsees a resurgence and a chance for the axle of power to shift back to left side of the country; "Ice Cube's album is out doing tremendous things right now and E-40's record came out bangin'. Keak Da Sneak did his thing, my n-ggas Tha Dogg Pound just came out [and] they sh-t smoking. Everybody's gearing up for my new record so it's coming back around. The Waist Deep movie just came out, which is West Coast sh-t. So it's like the movement is coming back full circle. It's got to come back home."

In regard to the new groups he is getting behind - all groups dubcnn readers are all too aware of [Warzone - MC Eiht, Kam & Goldie Loc, listen to Goldie Loc telling dubcnn about the project; here - and Westurn Union comprising of Damani, Bad Lucc and Soopafly] - Snoop explained his reasoning behind the alleigance; "My thing is trying to build the West Coast up by putting n-ggas together and formulating groups so we can learn how to group up as opposed to putting n-ggas out individually. I figured if we do groups and then one member shines, then we can push him solo. Put the group first and that way everybody eats."

Snoop also spoke about his frustration at other regions attitude towards the west when it is quiet; "I'm fin to put a stop to all that sh-t. All you motherf-ckin' suckers that ain't from the West Coast, n-gga, your pass has been revoked. Time out. We need our b-tches back, we need our lowriders back, n-gga. We need all that back n-gga -- with interest. We don't need y'all comin' out here wastin' time shooting our videos in our hood and then by the time we want to shoot, it look like some sh-t we stole from y'all. Get the f-ck out of here. They know not to confront me and I wish one of them would, I'm talking to every last one of you n-ggas. Straight from the Dogg's mouth. All that doing videos and sh-t out here n-gga without checking in with Snoop Dogg is over with."

The angst expressed here by Snoop seems to go further that just the video angle - he also believe its having an effect on employment; "A lot of these n-ggas just come out here using us, and not using us. If you gonna come to the West, start using some of these n-ggas and give them jobs. I can't come to your town and shoot a video without hiring some of your people and checking in with the right folks and what not. I'mma get ran up out there. Come on man. Show some love."

It seems Snoop's got the fire back under him, he's p-ssed, he's angry - lets hope that this echoes on his new LP - "Blue Carpet Treatment" [in stores October 18] - his lead single "Vato" is burning up the radio, listen to the exclusive snippet of the single here.

In related news we've been hearing some people think Snoop Dogg don't love dubcnn no more...*tut-tut* - Snoop, i know you and your people are reading this - lets set the haters straight!

Rud

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1152987246 - January 1, 1970 By : It was only a matter of time before it happened and happen it has, the new look Westurn Union comprising of founding members Bad Lucc and Damani with new addition Soopafly have been in the studio knocking out hits. Now dubcnn has been on the pulse with the group from the start so this comes as no surprise to us however it may to some readers who have been sleeping.

The group has been working on material over the past month and working with some of the biggest names in the game.


Only in an update earlier today we outlined Snoop Dogg's commitment to this group and his decision to back them and the music they were creating and as such has jumped on the groups first music release to the world.

We are proud to exclusivly premiere the single entitled "I Don't Think So" which is produced by Rick Rock and features guest vocals from Snoop Dogg. Staying true to group form the banging new track sees the members trader lines back and forth. The best thing about the track? The chemistry! As a collective it most definitely works, they compliment one another and the flows are all on point - could this be the start of something major - we think so! I urge you all to judge for yourselves and grab this dubcnn exclusive right now!

Westurn Union - I Don't Think So (Feat. Snoop Dogg) (Produced By. Rick Rock)

Stay tuned for the latest on Westurn Union right here on dubcnn, visit their MySpace page and drop feedback on this joint over at the or at the Dubcnn Forums.

Rud

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1153339007 - January 1, 1970 By : What's up people? Allow me introduce myself. My name is Zuka, the latest addition to the Dubcnn staff. You might know me from www.hoodstars.net, for which I among others interviewed artists like Akon, Killah Priest, The Outlawz (with a huge video feature) & Young Noble, Lil Eazy, Clinton Sparks, Chopper Young City, Avant, Flipsyde, Guru & Solar, Dutch hip hop group Opgezwolle, Yo Gotti and Apathy. Also check out this TQ video feature provided by ThugPoetry.com & Hoodstars.net.

This week I'll it ya'll with my first Dubcnn (video) interview, but before that I have a press release about West Coast rapper/singer/producer Tyrese & his new Best of Both Hoodz mixtape:

Multi-platinum, Grammy nominated singer, songwriter, actor, writer and producer Tyrese has officially launched his rap guise Black-Ty and has found support among rap’s elite including Method Man, Snoop Dogg, The Game, Mannie Fresh, Kurupt, Chingy, Paul Wall, Erik Sermon, David Banner, Ice Cube and Battlecat. Black-Ty’s debut mix-tape CD The Best of Both Hoodz Volume I (available on www.hiphopwest.com) also features tracks from DJ Warrior. Tyrese recently made his debut as Black Ty on June 25th at a performance in Los Angeles and fans came in droves to witness it.

Tyrese is approaching his rap career as if he were a new artist as proven when he personally handed out his The Best of Both Hoodz mix tape CD at the recent BET Awards and other high profile events. Tyrese has been rhyming since before he was singing, growing up in Watts. His roots were in hip hop, having been in a rap group called “Triple Impact” prior to the success of his solo R&B career. Tyrese has chosen to take a humble approach to his rap debut, “I never question the order of God’s blessing so I’m lucky to be able to rap and sing and I have been successful with R&B first. With regards to Black-Ty, he’s broke and not established and I have been grinding like a new artist. I want to work hard on my rap career from the ground up. I don’t want to be the biggest rapper out of the West Coast, I just want to contribute to the groundwork that’s already been laid out and do my part,” says Tyrese.

Although many of Tyrese’s colleagues in the music industry acknowledge his singing skills, they were taken aback by his delivery on the microphone as a rap artist. Says Method Man of Wu Tang Clan, “I was pleasantly surprised I must say. I did not know that Tyrese could rhyme so well but I should have known better. I am not just saying that because he’s the homie. His swagger is crazy. Everyone should give him a second look on this rap tip.” Snoop Dogg, who lent his support to the Black-Ty project by recording a track with Tyrese says, “He’s really got it cracking to the point where he didn’t seem like he was out of his range. It seemed like something that he was naturally born to do. That’s when I welcomed him to the game, being the king of the West, you know what I’m saying? He got my blessing as far as from the rap style of it, the rap side of it. This is one of the best albums I’ve ever heard. Anybody who ain’t behind it, come see me.”
The Game, his co star in Waist Deep (Rogue Pictures/ Focus Features) which is in theaters now, has been an avid supporter, and has already laid down 4 tracks with Tyrese. “Tyrese is a good friend of mine and he has my support in whatever it is he wants to do. He's been successful on every scale from singing to acting, so what would make anybody think that he couldn't do rap? I heard some Tyrese sh-- and it's crazy.”

Tyrese has also enlisted Chris Lighty, founder of Violator management (50 Cent, Missy Elliot and Busta Rhymes) to officiate this Black-Ty hip-hop movement. Lighty will help launch Black-Ty’s superstar rap career, staking his reputation on Black-Ty and is confident that Black-Ty is poised to become a household name in hip hop. Fans can listen to more music from Black-Ty with the upcoming release of the Ghetto Royalty Volume I Mixtape hosted by NY’s own DJ S&S which is slated for release the first week of August 2006. Tyrese has released his mix-tapes through Headquarter Entertainment, his own multi-media enterprise which is based out of Los Angeles, California. Headquarter Entertainment is - Home of The Frontline BoyZ, his in house production team. The Frontline BoyZ can be heard on various tracks on both mix tapes and on his highly anticipated album “Alter Ego” scheduled for release Fall 2006 on J Records.

Zuka

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1153411033 - January 1, 1970 By : Cincinnati native Street Lotto is currently working on his album "Game-N-Fortune", and he connected with Daz to record a remix to Lotto's street single "Doggheadz", where Daz drops in for a guest verse.

We have the song available for ya'll to check out below:

Street Lotto - Doggheadz (ft. Daz Dillinger) (Remix)

If you like what you hear, you can go back and cop his underground debut "Playing 2 Win". Lotto has been on his grind, havnig spent time in Atlanta, L.A., aswell as of course Cincinnati, and the "Game-N-Fortune" album will be a result of his experiences.

Shouts out to Bobby Siabi & Hood Wide Promotions.



Nima

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1153673960 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn was once again amongst the worlds media at the first annual Envy Expo on Saturday, July 8th 2006 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. We we're invited by the host of Sirius Satellite's Westside Hype Show and The Game's DJ, DJ Skee - who was presenting the show - as well as being welcomed by the organisers of the event. Los Angeles was presented with a look at all things envied: Women, Cars, Jewels, Sports, Shoes and Music.

As ever dubcnn was at the center in force to prepare the largest Envy Expo feature online with exclusive photographs, live video footage and more.

To read the full show report follow the link below and enjoy video streams and downloads of live perfomances from Mitchy Slick, Glasses Malone, Damani, GLC, Omar Cruz and The Game. We also have exclusive pictures from the event that cover the stars, the cars, the women, the crowd and the performing artists throughout the day.

Exclusive Dubcnn Event Gallery - Envy Expo (July 2006)

Rud

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1153854738 - January 1, 1970 By : Before Dubcnn there was what is now our partner and forum; Dubcc. Dubcc is the number one online community for fans of Westcoast music and Hip-Hop in general. With a strong set of regular posters; many of whom have been around since 1999 via the Dre2001 forums and then what was the Westcoast Affiliates; it has grown to a membership of over 12,000 - without compulsory signups.

We have a regular guest readership and interaction via dubcnn and are proud to have members and readers from artists, producers and industry insiders; names of which many of you would be familiar with.

As such we have taken the steps to take the brand that is dubcc into a clothing and merchandise option for our loyal members and readers. We are also currently preparing a dubcnn clothing line that will compliment this collection and be a selection we hope our readers will enjoy and embrace. Until then we have the "dubcc collection" available via our store with Cafepress; with Polo Shirts, T-Shirts, Hoodies, Caps, Mugs, Stickers & even Thong's for our female readership.

As an extra incentive to our launch campaign we are running a contest alongside. Anyone who purchases an item from the collection and submits a photograph of them modelling (in the case of Clothing items) or alongside any other item - thus representhing the brand - will be entered into the contest. All entries can be winners and prizes will vary from items from the dubcnn "stash" of CDs, DVD's and merchandise as well as gift certificates from various stores - there will also be a grand prize that will be announced for your main winner. Any of our female audience sending in photos modelling the thong get a bonus entry for "going the extra mile!"

Cafepress Dubcc Online Store

To visit our store follow the link above and browse the store and the various colour options available. If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact us. The contest is open until the end of August. Order soon to get your items and submit your photos.

Rud

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1153938399 - January 1, 1970 By : We introduced ya'll to Akadimik last year, when we dropped a couple of tracks so ya'll get to know him. He's recently completed his debut mixtape "Grownmanmusic Vol. 1 ", and has allowed dubcnn to offer it for exclusive FREE download. That's a 21-track mixtape for ya'll!

He rhymes over both original and covered beats, from the likes of Dae One, F-Major, Kanye West, DJ Quik, Hitlab, Scott Storch, Deuce Compositions and more. For those of you who like to preview a few songs before getting the whole thing, I've uploaded three tracks for previewing, check them below:

Akadimik - Get Used To Me
Akadimik - I Wouldn't Change For The World
Akadimik - I Got The Glow

I'm sure all of you will be convinced of Akadimik's talent now, ready to soak in "Grownmanmusic Vol. 1" in its entirety. Download it below:

Akadimik - Grownmanmusic Vol. 1 (63MB, RAR)

To check out Akadimik's myspace page, click here.

Nima

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1154088200 - January 1, 1970 By : Koch Records & The Source Magazine have joined forces to release "The Source Presents The Fat Tape Compilation Volume One." The album is in stores now and features some of the biggest and hottest Hi-Hop stars such as The Dogg Pound, AZ, Mobb Deep, M.O.P., Dead Prez and more.

We at Dubcnn are able to bring you the track that has been supplied for the tape by the The Dogg Pound, courtesy of DJ Warrior. The track is called; "Cruisin’ In My ’64" which is dedicated to one time nemesis Eazy E.


The track is produced by Ill Will & B-Roc and can be found within the tracklist below. We also have the Xzibit track that we premiered last month once again for download.

Here's the Source Fat Tape – Volume One Tracklisting:

1) AZ: The Format - (prod. by DJ Premier)
2) Mobb Deep, Big Noyd, Sizzla: The System
3) Scarface ft. The Product: I’m A…
4) Xzibit feat. Jelly Roll: Rollin'
5) BG & Manny Fresh: Move Around
6) JR Writer: Grill ‘Em
7) Dead Prez: Early
8) M.O.P.: All of the Above
9) Pastor Troy: Crossroads
10) Royce 5’9”: Ding! (prod. by DJ Premier)
11) Bone Thugs N Harmony: Thug Stories
12) Tha Dogg Pound: Cruisin’ In My ’64
13) Clipse & Vybz Kartel: Double Down
14) Alkaholiks: The Flute Song (La La La)
15) Cormega: Dirty Game - (prod. by DJ Premier)
16) J-Hood: Never Be
17) KRS-One & Marley Marl: Rising
18) Capone & Mr Vegas : Unda Mi Sensi

Click here for more songs and info about this compilation.

Yash

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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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1154480447 - January 1, 1970 By : Part 2 caused an uproar amongst fans due to the comments Snoop Dogg made towards Crooked I, and Crook got to speak his part of the story in an exclusive interview we conducted with him the same day. That was only the second part of our four-part feature on Snoop Dogg.

It's time for Part 3, check it out below:

Snoop Dogg & Dubcnn - The Interview: Part 3

In Part 3, we start off with the question about The Game and the Change Of Heart tape, and whether Snoop believes that that hurt Game's credibilty. He speaks on Dogghouse producer Terrace Martin and why we're only getting to hear him now, aswell as some more info on "Blue Carpet Treatment", and why he chose to go back to the hood with this one.

The main topic in Part 3 however is Dr. Dre. Snoop goes in depth, tells us how he wishes the good Doctor would come back to the West Coast, and put some New West artists on, as well as his work process, the "Detox" project, and more.

We end this part with the question about Snoop Dogg selling out, and why he chose to do the moves that he did.

Be on the lookout for Part 4, where Snoop talks about working with Pharrell, why he doesn't get Dr. Dre to do his whole record, and what he thinks of people claiming Dr. Dre steals beats from people without giving them their proper credit. We go into detail regarding the production of The Chronic and other Death Row albums, as well as Snoop's views on Dr. Dre, Daz and others as producers.

Snoop Dogg explains why dubcnn is a good way for him to speak his mind compared to other internet companies, and we end the interview with some more words on Spider Loc, 40 Glocc and Crooked I.

Also, for those wanting the final answer on whether Dr. Dre has production on "Blue Carpet Treatment" or not, you will get your answer in Part 4! Stay tuned to dubcnn.

Nima

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1154592669 - January 1, 1970 By : Last year was the first time dubcnn readers had been exposed to the talent that is Wyze Randal, we released a barrage of new music including street singles and freestyles.

As we informed you at that point he was busy working with producer Embryo on a mixtape that we are now happy to report is officially completed.

The mixtape is being finalised and the tracklist drawn up as over 40 tracks we're recorded during the studio sessions.

We have the single that is set to be on the mixtape entitled "Girls" which is produced by Embryo as well as two other sample cuts to whet your appetite for "Who Is Wyze Randal" release; one of which is a freestyle cut called "Westcoast Offense" while the second is produced by Sicknature entitled "Talk To Em."

Wyze Randal - Girls (Produced By Embryo)
Wyze Randal - Westcoast Offense (Freestyle)
Wyze Randal - Talk To Em (Produced By Sicknature)

In related news Embryo is in the studio with Dr. Dre's son Hood Surgeon working on his planned debut album; "After the Detox...The Legacy Continues" which he plans to release after "Detox" is released by his dad in 2007. For the latest on that and the Wyze Randal release stay tuned to dubcnn

Rud

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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

LilJay

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1154632563 - January 1, 1970 By : CEO of Get Low Films, JT The Bigga Figga is proud to announce the release of the DVD “Mandatory Business” in Oct 1st 2006. The DVD chronicles the travels of JT The Bigga Figga as he goes across the country interviewing today’s greatest rap icons. Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, Spike Lee, Russell Simmons, Lloyd Banks, and David Banner are featured in “Mandatory Business” stressing the importance of peace on the streets. The DVD shows JT mentoring young people in the notorious Fillmore District of SF, as well as taking in JT’s thoughts after helping to negotiate a truce between warring Bay Area turfs.

“Mandatory Business” also works to empower ghetto youth to use their minds and their art to provide new avenues to financial security. “I did this to play my part in my community and to hopefully inspire those who have more power than me to get involved in saving the youth” said JT. A lot of people get big, then they hide out. Bring your knowledge back to the hood!“

In addition, JT will be dropping a new album entitled “Drop Ya Thangs, Just Box”.

JT describes it as “The Bigga Figga at his finest. Raw and uncut. It’s about he peace movement and the realities of the hood and solutions. We gonna start a new movement in rap. It’s called solution rap. We got gangta rap, pimp rap, and we gonna do solution rap to solve the issues in the hood. Public Enemy, KRS ONE and them were the first to open the door to show rap as a teaching tool. Askari X was one of the first to bring the hood with knowledge. I want this to be on that type of level. So this solution rap is a more evolved form of whats been happening on the block .”

There will be a book to accompany the DVD entitiled “Mandatory Handbook: 100 Pages of Street Knowledge” featuring exclusive photos and stories behind the making of the DVD.


LilJay

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1154860768 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn & DJ Warrior have hooked back up to bring you another exclusive track from Snoop Dogg's upcoming album "Blue Carpet Treatment" due out later this year.

In the exclusive four part interview we have just released with Snoop Dogg he had this to say about the track: "Oh my god. That's the B-Side on the single 'Vato.' Produced by Rick Rock - It's vicious!"

So here's another world premiere from Snoop Dogg called "Candy" which features guest artists E-40, MC Eiht, Goldie Loc, Daz and Kurupt.

Make sure you stay tuned to DUBCNN for the latest on Snoop Dogg and the album "Blue Carpet Treatment" over the coming weeks. Remember to check out the full interview: Snoop Dogg & Dubcnn - The Interview

Yash

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1154935715 - January 1, 1970 By : Many of you have bought it but i know there's still more of you out there that want convincing that this release is worth the $4.00 download fee.

So as ever dubcnn.com, Hip-Hop's premiere new media spot has some samples to provide for you from "Play Your Position Vol. 7: The White Out", by E White with production by Meech Wells & Tha Bizness and guest appearences from Bishop Lamont, Glasses Malone, Trae, Keak Da Sneak, Mitchy Slick and many more.


Rembember that as this is a dubcnn exclusive we are offering every person who downloads the album entrance into an exclusive contest to win a collection of items including CD's, DVD's and exclusive merchandise from your favourite westcoast artists. So don' sleep, check the tracklist below, sample the music provided and click the download button to take you straight to paypal and grab a copy instantly - no waiting - its ready to get a download right now!

Tracklist:

01) Dow Jones, Meech Wells & E White - White Out Intro
02) E White - Fresh Out
03) E White feat. Trae & Slim Thug - Drive Slow Remix
04) Glasses Malone - Fucc Wit Me (Prod. Mannie Fresh)
05) E White - Eastside Music (Prod. Veterano)
06) E White feat. Bishop Lamont - Damn Right (Prod. Meech Wells)
07) Lloyd Banks feat. 50 Cent - Hands Up
08) E White feat. Meech Wells & Quaz - In Da Ghetto (Prod. Meech Wells)
09) Rick Ross - Blow
10) E White feat. Young Joker & Drastic - Gangsta (Prod. Meech Wells)
11) Ras Kass feat. Spider Loc - 2 Much Money (Prod. Da Riffs)
12) E White - Free Agent
13) Spider Loc feat. Meech Wells & E White - Heat U Up (Prod. Meech Wells)
14) E White - From Da Block (Prod. Meech Wells)
15) Loon - Run
16) Young Joker - Compton (Prod. Tha Bizness)
17) Mitchy Slick - Mitchy Slick (Prod. DJ Khalil)
18) E White - Roll Call (Prod. Meech Wells)
19) E White feat. Meech Wells - In My Life (Prod. Meech Wells)
20) Young Joker-New West Coast (prod. Meech Wells)
21) Cavie feat. Kam, Young Dre & West Coast Goon Squad - So So (Prod. Tha Bizness)
22) Moses - Run The Beach (Prod. Ryan)
23) Meech Wells - Play Your Position
24) E White feat. Bad Azz - Gettin Mine (Prod. Meech Wells)
25) E White - Snakes (Prod. Tha Bizness)
26) Young Joker feat. Meech Wells - Back 2 Tha Streets (Prod. Meech Wells)
27) E White feat. Kokane & Meech Wells - Where I Come From (Prod. Meech Wells)
28) E White - Pass Me By (Prod. Meech Wells)
29) Keak Da Sneak - Pass Da Drank
30) E White feat. Meech Wells & Moses - Thats Gangsta (Prod. Meech Wells)
31) E White - White Out Outro

This release is more like an album than a mixtape - so cop it now and enjoy the latest music from E White courtesy of dubcnn. Remember all paid downloads will be entered into a draw to win those items!

In related news we have to give a shout out to E-White who was at a hood meeting this week where he met up with Snoop Dogg, during the event Bizzle recorded some footage which included E-White and others shouting out dubcnn and the exclusive four part Snoop Dogg interview we just conducted. Visit Bizzle's MySpace to check the video.

Instant Download: Dow Jones Presents E-White & Meech Wells - Play Your Position (Volume 7)

Rud

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1155036918 - January 1, 1970 By : Westcoast mixtape King DJ Strong of the world famous Cali Untouchable DJ's has aligned with Bay Area legend San Quinn and one of today's hottest up-and- coming turntablists DJ Destro to present "The Best You Never Heard" from San Francisco's own young talent; Errelevent.

With 29 tracks containing all-new exclusive songs, drops, and blends, the mixtape enables Errelevent's raw skill on the mic to be showcased to a wider audience. The mixtape aims to help solidify him as one of the Bay's premier lyricists as well as ensuring his buzz continues to build.

"The Best You Never Heard" features tracks including "It's Errelevent," "All Based On The Mic" which features San Quinn as well as tracks from Errelevent's highly anticipated solo album "In The Eye of The Beholder."

We have the tracklist below with some snippets of what can be expected. The mixtape is soon to be available to buy on HipHopWest.com and also for exclusive paid download on dubcnn.com

1) E.R.R.E.L.E.V.E.N.T. Intro 2006 (San Quinn Intro) (Produced by Equivalent Exchange)
2) The Best You Never Heard
3) Sip Somethin' Snippet (Produced by Traxxamillion)
4) Ride Slide
5) DJ Strong Intro
6) Still The Same
7) All Based On The Mic Featuring San Quinn
8) Hey You
9) Stay Grindin' Featuring Seff Tha Gaffla
10) Put It In The Air Snippet (Produced by Rob Lo)
11) Get 1 Thing Straight Featuring Playa Rae
12) The Letters E and J Featuring J-Lotto (DJ Strong Drop)
13) By Any Means Featuring 10sion (San Quinn Drop)
14) I Tell Myself
15) DJ Strong Interlude (Produced By Equivalent Exchange)
16) My Confession Snippet (Produced by Equivalent Exchange) (San Quinn Drop)
17) That's That Shit
18) Unbelieveable Under Pressure Featuring Reg Swoop
19) Truth I Speak
20) It's Errelevent (Produced by Equivalent Exchange) (DJ Strong Drop)
21) Guess Who's Back Featuring Keltic Tribe
22) Staying Power (San Quinn Drop)
23) Simple Life (DJ Strong Drop)
24) Easy As It Comes Featuring C-Sicc (San Quinn Drop)
25) Sacrifice
26) Pump Your Breaks (Produced by Mac J)
27) Unaffordable Dream Snippet (Produced by Cozmo)
28) Matter of A Moment Featuring San Quinn (Produced by Digital)
29) DJ Strong Outro (Produced by Equivalent Exchange)

To find out more on Errelevent visit the Relevent Music MySpace pages and as ever stay tuned to your number one new music resource dubcnn.

Rud

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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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1155601604 - January 1, 1970 By : Money Grip and M.P., formerly known as the group The Swat, recently changed their name to Tha Trapp. The duo is going through these changes due to other groups in the industry having similar or the same name as them. Moving on as Tha Trapp is like a fresh start for the two South Central based rappers.

They have been busy getting their name out with the help from affiliates Young Trey and Mack 10 on numerous Hoo Bangin' releases such as Mack 10's "Ghetto Gutta & Gangsta" compilation, amongst others.

Tha Trapp has just signed a deal with WC for Dub's own imprint Big Swang Records which is backed by Ice Cube. They are currently working on their new mixtape "Block Music" which is scheduled to come out in a couple months. Dubcnn & Westcoast2k visitors will remember their first mixtape "Jackn' For Beats Vol. 1" released in 2004, and this time around they're gonna make the new project even better with the help from Dub & Cube.

If you missed out on the first one, you can download it from our digital download store for only $3.99. Click here to get "Jackn' For Beats Vol. 1", and be on the lookout for more info on Tha Trapp.

Money Grip from Tha Trapp can be contacted at myspace.com/worldwidemusic

LilJay

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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.

Rud

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1156006560 - January 1, 1970 By : Never ones to shy away from World firsts and premieres of countless natures; DJ Strong and DJ Warrior, collectively known as the Cali Untouchable DJ's are back with yet another mixtape - in this case the first one ever for the collaborating individual.

As many fans will be aware JT Tha Bigga Figga does not do mixtapes as such however for the first time ever he will collaborate with DJ Strong and DJ Warrior for a new release with all exclusive and new music.


The release will be part of the hugely successful and influential "Cali Untouchable Radio" series becoming the 14th installment and is set to feature artists including Mistah FAB, Too Short, Juvenile, Ricashay and many more with a mix of production credits yet to be announced.

We have the first track to be released from the new tape exclusively on dubcnn which sees JT Tha Bigga Figga alongside Mistah FAB and Too Short on the track entitled; "Name In Yo Mouth"

JT Tha Bigga Figga - Name In Ya Mouth (Feat. Mistah FAB & Too Short)

We will have the latest on this release as always as the weeks progress; however for now enjoy the music and as ever stay tuned to dubcnn.com

Rud

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1156143015 - January 1, 1970 By : Taadow West clothing company is running a new ad campaign with Hood Surgeon. The ad will run in next month's XXL magazine, followed by other campaigns in the near future. Taadow West was formerly known as Leak Wear and famous for sponsoring artists such as Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg or events like the Up In Smoke tour.

The creator Taadow combines East Coast and West Coast influences to create a unique style of innovative and high quality urban apparel.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for a proper introduction to Taadow and Taadow West Clothing line.

For now, check out the Hood Surgeon ad in full size by clicking on the thumbnail.

LilJay

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1156201259 - January 1, 1970 By : We brought you a track from Traxamillion's debut album "Tha Slapp Addict" a few months ago, called "Sideshow", featuring Too Short & Mistah F.A.B.. Incase you missed that, click here to listen to it now.

The producer of "Super Hyphy" has finished his first project, where he gathered the whole Yay to get hyphy with him. “The Slapp Addict” includes 16 self-produced slappers, with appearances including Too Short, Keak Da Sneak, Mistah FAB, Turf Talk, the Jacka, Zion I and many more. Already receiving nationwide coverage from Vibe to XXL, and radio play up and down the West Coast, Traxamillion is definitely gaining overdue recognition.

To view the cover in larger size, click on the picture above. I have the tracklisting available for ya'll below:

1. Jus Go – The Team
2. Grown Man Remix – Hoodstarz, Turf Talk, San Quinn, Mistah Fab
3. Wake Em Up – Turf Talk ft. Hoodstarz
4. On Citas – Keak da Sneak
5. Bring it Back – Traxamillion
6. Skrape – Traxamillion
7. Sideshow – Too Short ft. Mistah Fab
8. From the Hood – Traxamillion, Jacka, Husalah, San Quinn
9. The Anthem – Star Studded & Killa Keise
10. It’s Whatever – The Team
11. Get Ya Ass Up – Smitty Grandz, Traxamillion
12. Gas, Scrape – Izz Thizz
13. Like That – Mistah Fab
14. Rippin It Up – Balance
15. Top Down – Zion I
16. Club Stuntin – The Pack

Nima

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1156412312 - January 1, 1970 By : Another world premiere? Another dubcnn video download? The Game recently released his street 'single' "One Blood (It's Okay)" which we premiered last month and has since recorded a video which made its world premiere on BET this week.

The single which features the vocal sample of Junior Reed has been on steady rotation across the country and the video was filmed recently in L.A.


The video sees The Game with his Black Wall Street associates as well as Junior Reed himself in scenes that include the streets, projects and a backdrop of The Game images. The video was directed by Jonathan Mannion and is set to be a teaser until The Game's official single is released in September/October.

We have the video for download below as well as the single audio for those who have not yet got themselves that. Drop feedback at our forums and as always stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest news on The Game

The Game - One Blood (It's Okay) (Video)
The Game - One Blood (It's Okay) (Audio)

"The Doctor's Advocate" is still scheduled for a November 7, 2006 release.

Rud

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1156421873 - January 1, 1970 By : Jazzy D's "Unsigned Hype Vol. 1" is now available! Jazzy gathered over 50 hot artists from the West Coast on this double CD mix, to showcase the immense talent coming up from the West Coast right now.

In appreciation to the fans, one lucky customer will win an XBox 360 with two games, absolutely free!! Look for the winning ticket inside your Unsigned Hype jewel case!

Check out the tracklisting below, as well as a couple preview tracks I uploaded.

Click on the highlighted links to listen:

CD 1:
01) Intro: Jazzy D & DJ Cass
02) Bad Lucc Ft. Toussaint - Ghetto
03) Squeek Ru Ft. G-Love - We Get It Poppin'
04) Young Maylay - Gots Ta Smoke
05) Problem - Imma Problem
06) Bloc Boyz - Come In And Play
07) Roccett - Sup Blood Sup Crip
08) Smurf Ft. Spider Loc - Cicc Cacc Be Bool
09) Dr. Stank - Who Want It?
10) Noni Spitz - Leave It Alone
11) J-Stone Ft. Gonzoe & Jazz - Banged Out
12) Scipio - Still In The Hood
13) Young Hoggs Ft. Dresta - Compton Unified Thug
14) J Thorn - Get That Dough
15) Verb'l - Writin' On Some G Shit
16) El Prez Ft. Da Empire - Spotlight
17) NV - Move
18) Halla - Song 4 Pac
19) Skubie - Psycho Funk
20) Taje' ft. Scipio, Problem, Noni Spitz - Do It Big

CD 2:
01) J Doe - I Know
02) Blak - Ain't Real
03) Dynamic Certified - You Know How
04) Mykestro Ft. G. Malone - I Hit Em Up
05) Supe - You Got The Game F'd Up
06) Damani - Live From Staple Center
07) Eastwood - Its Time To Roll
08) Stix - The Streetz
09) Lil Bam Ft. Goldie Loc - Yall Can't F With Us
10) The Frontlinerz Ft. Marlon - Stop Ya Hatin'
11) Bossman Hogg - San Diego Star
12) AK - Don't Act Like You Don't Know
13) Spoonie Loc - Ride Til Its Over
14) Hooda John - We Bossin'
15) Mr. Chase - Hatin' On Chase
16) Chevy Jones - You Ain't Had It Like This
17) Da'Mone - Kiss My Ass
18) Risco - Tell Me Why
19) Kenny Kingpin - I'm Bigga Than That
20) Clinton Wayne - Lets Ride

To purchase via paypal go to myspace.com and click on the Unsigned Hype cover. Or you can send $12.99 US money order to

Jazzy Management
Attn: Jazzy
1537 West 59th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90047

Overseas please send $14.99 including shipping.

Support new talent on the West Coast by picking up this CD, because it's filled with fresh raps from top to bottom.

Nima

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1156491869 - January 1, 1970 By : Out of the streets from Cerritos, CA comes a new up and coming rapper who goes by the name of Jihad. The man, who's artist name has nothing to do with the holy war, teamed up with DJ Warrior and DJ Nutty for his mixtape entitled Death Before Dishonor.

Jihad, who defeated BET's Freestyle Friday Hall of Famer and Ruff Ryder signee Jin The MC, has been working with the Ruff Ryders and has also laid tracks alongside Napoleon, Eastwood, Cross (Ruff Ryders), Chop Black (Da Whoridas) & Bushwick Bill (Geto Boys).

In the interview Jihad had with Dubcnn last week he explained the essence of his music: "I try to put my own life experiences into what I do, but at the same time I wanna keep it conscious. I speak on my background, my heritage, my beliefs."

Below we have two tracks from DJ Warrior & DJ Nutty Present: Jihad - Death Before Dishonor for download. Crash is a solo track produced by J Classic. For the Pakman produced Nigga Datz Hood Jihad teamed up with Eastwood, Cross & Cook.

Jihad - Crash
Jihad - Nigga Datz Hood (featuring Eastwood, Cross & Cook)

Enjoy and look out for an exclusive interview with Jihad in a few days!

Zuka

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1156593567 - January 1, 1970 By : KC3 Monumental artist Young Dre is back! After stirring up a buzz with his controversial "Rap Game Ain't Gangsta" and his hood anthem "Hood National", the South Central rapper has just laced us with his new single called "Get It".

On this one Dre lays down an energetic performance over a powerful beat and tells people why he should be the one to "get it". We have the song right here for your listening pleasure, click below:

Young Dre - Get It

You can also watch Young Dre perform his single live at the Key Club by clicking here.

For more information, make sure to hit up Young Dre's official myspace page.

Nima

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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!


Yash

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1156974819 - January 1, 1970 By : Earlier this week we introduced Jihad to the viewers of Dubcnn, but what is a real introduction without an interview? Exactly! In this Dubcnn exclusive Jihad talks about his controversial name and the message & the passion he brings to the masses through his music. We also talked on how he entered the game beating Jin the MC in a battle and how that opened up doors for him.

Jihad did his Death Before Dishonor mixtape together with DJ Warrior and DJ Nutty, so we talked on that. In the previous Jihad update we already previewed two tracks from this mixtape: Crash and Nigga Datz Hood (featuring Eastwood, Cross & Cook). The story behind Crash is crazy! But the mixtape is more like a street album; it has all original production!

If this wasn't enough, we also talked on how the invasian in Afghanistan affected him. We talked on the bad image of Muslims as well, the war on terror and much much more! Just check it out and read it for yourself!

Exclusive Interview With Jihad (August '06)

Enjoy! For more info on Jihad, hit up http://www.myspace.com/rebellionmusic.

Zuka

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1157024245 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn hooked up for the second time in two months with E-White & Meech Wells to discuss the recent reunion of Snoop and E-White at a Long Beach hood meeting, possible new projects, more on the west coast and much more.

Click here to check out the followup interview with E-White and Meech Wells.

Special thanks goes to Millimonotone for his help recently.

Yash

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1157138874 - January 1, 1970 By : The up and coming I.E. emcee SkiLL has finally finished his latest Mixtape entitled "Rubbed The Wrong Way Vol. 1." The sixteen track release (including intro's and outro's) serves as the soundtrack for any up and coming Indpendent emcee looking to make it in the industry.

You'll remember SkiLL from his work with Infamous/G-Unit artist 40 Glocc on a track called "San Bernardino" and he has been feautred on Dubcnn more than a few times for his other Mixtapes and various tracks he's released over time.


If you picked up Producer Jynxx's record recently, you will have heard SkiLL on there as well. From hustling his CDs on the corners of the I.E. to traveling with 40 Glocc and the Zoo Babies on the Anger Management Tour, SkiLL has already been through it. He's ready to make his mark. Which brings us to "Rubbed The Wrong Way Vol. 1." SkiLL is NOT happy with the state of Hip Hop as you'll see below, SkiLL is going to be very vocal as to what he thinks of Hip Hop and the way people are "faking" on tracks. With that said, SkiLL took a different approach on this Mixtape, as far as his content goes. He explains:

"There's been enough massaging of the way people say certain things in songs. It's not OK for certain stuff to be promoted and glorified and made a way of life. Hip Hop is near 100% unrealistic from Gangsta Rap to Neo-Soul and so on. Being from Westside of San Bernardino, CA (the HEART of the I.E.), I know how certain things are just plain normal today, which are actually just against the real rules. People don't care about anything and no one says nothin'. And if they do say somethin' it's not a solid: 'No, that's not cool and we gonna have problems if it happens again.' It's like a simple 'Yo, lighten up a bit,' kinda response to it. I'm rubbin' everyone the wrong way and feel free to say what you want to me. I WILL reply to whoever has somethin' to say. I stand firm in this til' the death of me, so ride with it or collide with it. There's no dsirespect, it's all love. 100% real love for ALL of my people and Hip Hop."

The tracklist for the mixtape is below alongside some audio samples to whet your appetite, after you've checked those out follow the link to buy the instant download of the new mixtape.

SkiLL - "Rubbed The Wrong Way Vol. 1.": Front Cover | Back Cover

01. Intro - SkiLL (Prod. Critikal)
02. Who Im Sayin It To - SkiLL
03. Why U Wanna - SkiLL feat. L.Y.R.I.C.
04. Thugz Iz Thugz (Why We Thugs Remix) - SkiLL
05. Big Difference - SkiLL feat. Seis One
06. Haven't - Seis One
07. ChristStar - ChristStar (L.Y.R.I.C. & E-Double)
08. 100 Percenter (Make An Album) - SkiLL (Prod. Jynxx)
09. Protected - SkiLL
10. Loud And Clear - ChristStar (L.Y.R.I.C. & E-Double)
11. 2 The City - SkiLL
12. The Way - ChristStar (L.Y.R.I.C. & E-Double)
13. Reverse Psychology (Keep It Hood) - SkiLL
14. 4 The Rap Game - SkiLL (Prod. Critikal)
15. Verses - SkiLL
16. Outro
17. Hidden Track

To buy the download of the mixtape head over to the Soundlick Page and for the latest on this immense talent check out his MySpace page.

Rud

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1157409630 - January 1, 1970 By : A few months ago Dubcnn introduced you to up & coming artist Street Lotto with his song "Dogghead" featuring Daz Dillinger. But not only is Street Lotto a Dogghead, he gets Hyphy with the Yay Area too. Street Lotto has done it again, this time he has brought along Mistah F.A.B.

During his recent stay in Cali he worked with Proline Records and finished his debut album titled "Game & Fortune: My West Side Ride" which will be released on Proline Records. Along with Mistah F.A.B he has production by Da Riffs, Hi-Tek, The Banger Brothers, Infra Redd, Justice, and many more.

Stay tuned, this dude isn't finished yet! Check out the song with Fab below:

Street Lotto - Stupid Dumb Feat. Mistah F.A.B.

For contact information on Street Lotto hit him up at www.myspace.com/streetlotto or Vena at Hoodwide Promotions @ VenaVee@gmail.com.


LilJay

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1157458326 - January 1, 1970 By : "Sicker than a dead body with an illness" is the terminology E Dubb & Jynxx chose to use when trying to sum up the mind state of the new westcoast group S.O.P.

The latest Hip Hop duo to combine to create new material are the MC E Dubb and producer Jynxx; who has featured on dubcnn in the past with his critically acclaimed project "Beats & Life" earlier this year [see Jynxx Showcases Talent On "Beats & Life"].


The groups vocals from E Dubb are the combination of his creative and innovative lyrical content. He focuses on reality and situations that have occurred in the society around him. Behind him is the melodic and soulful, sample-based music from Jynxx who has garnered a strong following over the past 12 months. His style of sampling is simple although confusing to most and not west coast enough for many; however Jynxx has one desire, to showcase real Hip-Hop and present it to the world.

It was back in the Summer of 2002, WildChild (now known as E Dubb) and MACC (now known as Jynxx), first got together and recorded their first mixtape entitled "Raplife The Mixtape Volume 1." The mixtape was hailed as an underground gem and gave them the chance to headline a New Years Eve show. Over the year that passed the duo went their separate ways due to creative differences. Now older and wiser, they find themselves still in the music industry tired of the politics and restrictions but with a common goal of helping bring real Hip-Hop to the masses once more.

Enter S.O.P. with their debut album entitled "Music 4 Da Deaf & The Lyrically Challenged" which sees the two Inland Empire residents outline their perception on life and try to get a hold of what they feel Hip-Hop is lacking.

Dubcnn has been informed by Jynxx that the album is due in October of this year and as such we have the lead single from the release entitled "Listen" and we urge you to do just that. This track features thought provoking lyrics and a beat that is a subtle banger, with the evocative sample and the melodic structure we guarantee you will have this on repeat.

S.O.P. - Listen

We will have the latest on S.O.P. and Jynxx as we get it, until then enjoy the new music and keep supporting the westcoast's pool of talent.

Rud

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1157555533 - January 1, 1970 By : Who else did you think was going to let you hear the voice of BG Knocc Out after all these years? We at dubcnn are proud to present the first music from BG Knocc Out since his recent release from prison.

If you were wondering if he still has his flow, if he still had the rhymes and what the voice now sounds like...wait no longer; the answer is here! BG Knocc Out has plans to continue making new material and as such has been in the studio with Dresta and King T to create a new track called "Tha Krown."

No word on where this track will appear however we have been allowed the exclusive world premiere of this track and present it in MP3 streaming format.

BG Knocc Out - Tha Krown (Feat. Dresta & King T) produced by Aaron "Amplified" Parra

Enjoy the new music and stay tuned to dubcnn as we will be conducting an exclusive interview this week with BG Knocc Out himself.

Yash

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1157583991 - January 1, 1970 By : We're going to take a trip to the East Coast for a minute, to New England to be exact. King Fuckery aka Funk Massey Flex and Jazzy D have put together a mixtape called "New Englands Finest", showcasing the regions talent. It features Krumb Snatcha, Dramatik, Smoke Bulga, Beads & Loose Notes to name a few, rapping over both original and jacked beats.

We have the whole mixtape for free download available, but here are three sepparate preview tracks for ya'll to get a taste of what the mixtape sounds like:

Krumb Snatcha - The King Is Here

Dre Robinson, Frank Wainwright & Krumb Snatcha - Hood Life

Loose Notes - Roll Out

If you aren't convinced by now, I don't know what to tell you. "New Englands Finest" is filled with fresh talent from top to bottom, so go ahead and download the entire mixtape for free download below:

King Fuckery & Jazzy D Present - New Englands Finest (72MB, RAR)

To view the front cover in full size, click on the picture. For the back cover, click here.

Nima

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1157633603 - January 1, 1970 By : Big Boy's Neighborhood played host to Snoop Dogg and The Game at the end of last month to discuss both their new releases, "The Blue Carpet Treatment" and "The Doctors Advocate" respectively. Power 106 presented the audio online and we have it also below for download.

In the six minute session you can hear Snoop Dogg and The Game going hard over a beat...rest assured Snoop has lost none of his intensity when he flows freely over the beat, a pleasure listen to.


In the brief interview they also discuss Snoop Dogg's recent trouble in London, England at Heathrow Airport. Enjoy the audio below and tune into Big Boy on Power 106 every Monday - Saturday from 5-10am.

Snoop Dogg & The Game - Power 106 Fresstyle & Interview Session

For the latest on both "The Blue Carpet Treatment" and "The Doctors Advocate" stay tuned to dubcnn.com

Rud

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1157968358 - January 1, 1970 By : Carson California is home to some of the emerging talent out here on the westcoast in 2006, most notably Bishop Lamont who signed a deal with Dr. Dre on his Aftermath imprint.

Two other artists from Carson hoping to make similar waves are Blaze-1 and Profit who are two-thirds of of a new collective known as the SouthWest Click. The final member of the crew is Skillz who hails from Atlanta.

So in Atlanta you will find the hit making, state-of-the-art studio, Patchwerk Recording Studios - the team which are planning to bring you their first group in over six years with this project.

Blaze-1 and Profit have grown up together and have been rhyming together for well over 10 years yet it was through their affiliations with Patchwerk Recording Studios, that saw them hooked up with Skillz in early 2001. Blaze-1 and Profit were at that time part of the local Los Angeles trio, Last Word Clique, before they ventured to Atlanta in 2000 to work with Blaze-1's older brother, Curtis Daniel III, who is the COO of Patchwerk and longtime friend of Patchwerk CEO and former Atlanta Falcon, Bob Whitfield.

Growing up in Carson, California (the city north of Long Beach, southwest of Compton) Blaze-1 and Profit, who are now both 23, were constantly surrounded by the notorious Crips and Bloods gangs. While everyone in their hoods were out gangbanging, they always allowed rapping to take precedence over negativity. The two of them spent most of their time busting raps on the block and both cite musical influences from artists including Tupac, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Ras Kass and Ice Cube

The southern half of the SouthWest Click is brought by the aforementioned Skillz who got his start in music early on. Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, 24-year-old Skillz started writing in the 9th grade. Coming from a musical family, (his aunt was part of the 70's group, LaBelle), it didn't take long for him to find his way into music. Skillz, who gets his name from his long list of musical talents such as artist, writer, and producer, has worked on projects with T-Boz of TLC and R&B artist, Nivea. A life-long fan and admirer of UGK, NWA, Outkast, old school and alternative music, Skillz brings witty humor and lyrical finesse to every track the group unleash.

So far they have released some singles and the "Hustle Harder" and "SouthWest Click" mixtapes however they are now turning their attention to their debut album entitled; "SouthernCaliforniaSixtyFourHydraulicMusic." If it bears any resemblance to the similarly titled "Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik" from Outkast then we are in for a real treat.

The album is due to drop later this year however until then, enjoy the music we have below which includes a collaboration with Ras Kass called "Street Fame", their new single "Ridin' Real Slow" and finally "Get Ya Money."

SouthWest Click - Street Fame (Feat. Ras Kass)
SouthWest Click - Ridin Real Slow
SouthWest Click - Get Ya Money

We will keep you informed on this talented trio as the debut album draws near but until then ensure you catch them on your local radio station and performing at the hottest venues and car shows in your city. To learn more about the SouthWest Click head over to their Official Site.

Rud

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1158255084 - January 1, 1970 By : It seems a long time ago now since dubcnn exposed the world to the talent that is Bishop Lamont. In the years that have now passed he has gone from a promising newcomer to working with the highest echelons of the indusrty in a short time.

Since signing with Dr. Dre's own Aftermath Records Bishop Lamont has been working tirelessly in the studio recording and writing for his own debut album entitled "The Reformation" as well as the most shrowded release in Hip-Hop history, Dr. Dre's "Detox."

In the midst of all this recording a track has emerged that is being hailed as Bishop's street single designed to increase the buzz, get people talking and most importantly asking the questions, "Who is Bishop Lamont and when is his album out?"

Bishop Lamont has gathered two of the WestCoast's other brightest talents "Mr 1.7 Million" Glasses Malone and the incredible Chevy Jones for the track "Up & Down" which is produced by Scott Storch

The street single is from the debut album "The Reformation" which as previously mentioned with be on Aftermath Entertainment and is due for release next year.

Bishop Lamont - Up & Down (Feat. Glasses Malone & Chevy Jones) (Produced By: Scott Storch)

We have the track for download above and have one message from Bishop Lamont and the Aftermath camp...download it, bump it, spread it...DJ's spin it, Radio play it and existing fans spread the word that Bishop Lamont is readying "The Reformation." As always stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest.

Rud

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1158667457 - January 1, 1970 By : Over the past six months we have kept you updated on Shade Sheist and N.U.N.E's latest mixtape installment of Grand Theft Audio; Volume 3 - "Real West Coast Radio."

Since its release in July they have moved over 30,000 units and are rapidly approaching sales of nearly 40,000 another great acheivement for the team at PutYourselfOut. To celebrate we have a quick reminder of what the album was about with the tracklist and 3 sample tracks for those who have not yet grabbed a copy. Check them below and head over to PutYourselfOut to order a copy now.

01) San Andreas Intro (50 Cent)
02) How We Make That - Shade Sheist/N.U.N.E./Nitty Black
03) Pull Up Get Out - Young Buck/Shade Sheist/N.U.N.E./Jay-Man
04) The Yo - Nate Dogg/Shade Sheist/N.U.N.E./Eddie Kane Jr.
05) Put Dat Body N Motion - R. Kelly/N.U.N.E/Shade Sheist
06) Outside Da Club - Eddie Kane Jr./N.U.N.E/Shade Sheist
07) Gallon Of Drank Pound of Weed - Tow Down/Triple/N.U.N.E/Shade Sheist
08) Guess That's Why They Broke - Eddie Kane Jr./N.U.N.E/Shade Sheist
09) La, La, La 5 In His Jaw - The Conference
10) The Next Level - Young Life/50 Cent
11) The Conference Freestyle
12) Playmate - Nate Dogg/N.U.N.E/Shade Sheist
13) Bend Dat Back - Eddie Kane Jr/The Conference
14) Bitch Betta Have My Cash - Eddie Kane Jr/N.U.N.E./Shade Sheist
15) Make It Go,Go,Go - Eddie Kane Jr/ The Conference
16) P Wizzy Izzo - Eddie Kane Jr.
17) Legends Never Die - 2 Pac/ The Notorious B.I.G.
18) Steady Wastin - Shade Shiest/Nate Dogg/Nitty Black/Lieutenant
19) Brown Liquor - Da Diamond/Mic-Stro
20) Sex Sells - Nate Dogg/Snoop Dogg/Redrum/Eddie Kane Jr./Shade Sheist/N.U.N.E.
21) Bang, Bang, Bang - Eddie Kane Jr
22) Everybody Wants 2b Da Man - N.U.N.E/Nate Dogg/Grath/Shade Sheist

Also check dubcnn's exclusive interview we did earlier this year by clicking here and stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on PYO Entertainment.

Rud

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1159024635 - January 1, 1970 By : Xzibit is set to release his sixth solo album "Full Circle" on Open Bar/Koch Records October 17th, 2006. We premiered the first single "Concentrate" which was produced by Rick Rock a few weeks ago, and the video was just released as well. We have it available for ya'll below:

Xzibit - Concentrate (Video).

It's also available on YouTube, click here for the direct link.

The album cover is to your left, click on it for a larger version. The album features Jelly Roll, The Game, Kurupt, Daz, DJ Quik, Too Short, King Tee & Don Blaze, with production by Rick Rock, DJ Quik, Daz Dillinger, Jelly Roll amongst others. The complete tracklisting is below, as well as the single "Concentrate" and "Rollin'", featuring Jelly Roll. Click on the highlighted links to listen:

1. Invade My Space ft/ Jelly Roll
2. Rollin’ ft/ Jelly Roll
3. Ram Part Division
4. Say It To My Face ft/ Kurupt & Don Blaze
5. The Donnell Rollins Show (skit)
6. Scandalous Bitches
7. Concentrate
8. On Bail ft/ The Game, Daz & Kurupt
9. Family Values
10. Black & Brown ft/ Jelly Roll
11. The Whole World
12. Poppin Off ft/ DJ Quik & King T
13. Movin’ In Your Chucks ft. Too Short
14. Thank You

To pre-order "Full Circle" now, click here.

Nima

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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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1159115950 - January 1, 1970 By : In one week we have arranged four contests for our readers. Today we are proud to launch a contest in conjunction with another Music Industry giant. You will have noticed while browsing the site that MTV are advertising a special week this week - the “Spankin' Free Music Week.” “Sucker Free” kicks off “Spankin' Free Music Week” on Monday, September 25th and will be hosted by DJ Cipha Sounds.

Everyday “Sucker Free” will bring you the hottest "Rap Across The Regions."

Each day, will focus on the hottest artists and videos in different areas across the country. Viewers will see artists such as The Game, Lupe Fiasco, Ludacris, Diddy, 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, Jibbs.

In addition, there will be tons of video premieres from Snoop Dogg, Jim Jones, Lil’ Scrappy, Chingy, Mary J. Blige, Kelis & Nas, Young Dro, Akon f/ Eminem and more! And if that’s not enough for you “Sucker Free” will have FREE music, FREE giveaways and FREE access to the hottest hip hop line-up anywhere.

So to in keep with this week of FREE music and merchandise MTV have given dubcnn the opportunity to give TEN LUCKY READERS the chance to win MTV Hoodies and 10 MTV USB ports (64 MB) [with URGE MP3 download software preloaded.] That's right we have 10 PRIZE PACKS to giveaway, no catch just follow the link below and enter the contest!

Dubcnn Presents: MTV's Spankin’ Free Music week (Contest)

Get your entries in quickly as the contest ends on October 2nd. While your there check out the Contest Index for our other contests including Tha Block DVD Magazine Contest, the Mr Capone-E - Don't Get It Twisted (Signed CD Contest) and our incredible Diamond Verse Contest; where winners can get a set of Diamond Earrings and a spot on dubcnn.

Rud

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1159297566 - January 1, 1970 By : Termanology is back on Dubcnn with some exclusive music for download. The song we have for you today is the remix to his track "Watch How It Go Down".

It features New York's most buzzing new artist Papoose alongside Lil Fame of M.O.P. with DJ Premier on the beat. The song is from Termanology's upcoming mixtape "Hood Politics Volume 4" dropping next month.

Also make sure you check our indepth interview with Termanology from earlier this month and stay tuned for the latest on Termanology right here on Dubcnn!

Termanology - Watch How It Go Down (Remix) Feat. Papoose & Lil Fame

LilJay

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1159321269 - January 1, 1970 By : A new week with new faces here on Dubcnn. Maybe new to Dubcnn, but definitely not new to Hip Hop. When it comes to being an OG, you certainly don't have to be a rapper to earn that title. This man has seen the very first week of Hip Hop and he chosed to take a total different direction than the average emcee. We're talking about Taadow, founder and owner of Taadow West Clothing Company (formerly known as Leak Wear).

The New York born and raised businessman started early in the game making custom clothing for the likes of Bad Boy Records and Loud Records, which led to his big break on the West Coast.

"I connected with Loud Records to make all their sweatshirt from Xzibit, M.O.P., Wu-Wang, and them." Taadow told Dubcnn. "All their sweatshirts got Leak wear stamp on the sleeves. So I had the budget for the whole Loud Records for the last 2 years. Al Pittman, Xzibit's security guard, he hooked me up with Dr. Dre and showed him some shit that I created, and that nigga loved it! Dre was like 'I want this as the official Up In Smoke tour shirt'. I was like 'No doubt!', so I ended up clicking with Dre cause he wanted me to do some more shit. Plus me and my man MC Serch was holding down Eminem. Somebody else was supposed to be doing their tour, but I just took the shit over. The niggas just had to fall back! Nobody wanted their shit, it became a Leak tour! First the ad with Dre came up, then I did the ad with WC. So it went down. I made custom shit for Snoop, and then Snoop came out with his line. Then we did shows in Vegas together. Snoop had just dropped his Snoop Dogg Clothing, so it was a family thing!" he continued.

Not only has Taadow been showing as much love to the West Coast as to his hometown, but he'a also getting that same love and respect back from the big boys in L.A. who opened up their doors to him.

"Me being from New York, once it came down, I got out there to L.A. and the love was shown to me from cats who didn't even know me. Like Dre, dude got a million cats around trying to get at him all the time and trying to do the same thing as me. Dude didn't know me from a hole in the wall, and he opened up his doors to me. Why? I got tired of asking why! Why did this man bless me with this shit? Cause I'm Taadow nigga! That's why. And I got my shit on lock. I got respect from the top notch cats. My communication shows it, my work shows it, my ads show it. We did 5 million in the first year, it was like magic!" Taadow said.

Dubcnn sat down with Taadow to discuss his background story and he tells us how it all started for him. Taadow speaks about getting his big break with Leak Wear to creating Taadow West Clothing Company. He also tells us where the quality difference lies in comparison to Dickies and other lines. Taadow then speaks about his future plans including a new deal with Ice Cube, negotiating with Suge Knight in the past, working with Hood Surgeon, and much more.

On top of that we also have a bunch of exclusive never before seen pictures of the Up In Smoke tour crew. Check in to see notables like Dre, Snoop, Warren G, Bad Azz, Tray Deee, WC, Xzibit, Mel-Man, Eminem, Proof (R.I.P.), and many more rockin' Leak Wear during the tour.

This won't be the last time you will see Taadow on Dubcnn. Next up we will have a contest coming up in the near future to offer Dubcnn readers the chance to win a package of Taadow West gear. Stay tuned to Dubcnn and hit the link below to read the interview.

Exclusive Dubcnn Feature on Taadow

LilJay

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1159351551 - January 1, 1970 By : As you will have all seen now we are currently running an advertising campaign for Tha Block DVD Magazine which is celebrating it's recent success of signing a national distribution deal for the Urban DVD Magazine.

Earlier this week we also opened the exclusive contest in conjuntion with Tha Block DVD Magazine to win the magazine's back catalogue; if you haven't entered that yet then check out Tha Block DVD Magazine Contest.



With that in mind we wish to let everyone know that tomorrow (September 28th 2006); Tha Block DVD Magazine are holding an event to celebrate the deal, showcase past and future material from the DVD as well as a host of giveaways! Tha Block DVD and IMP Entertainment are proud to have an incredible line up of supporting celebrities including Crooked I who is hosting and performing and confirmed guests including, Mitchy Slick, Strong Arm Steady Gang, Noel G, Guerilla Black, Kam, Angeles Records, Chace Infiniate, Jacken (Psycho Realm/Sick Symphonies), Gail Gotti, Big Chan, Chino XL, Malverde, Milano, Generalz, Roccett, Warlord and many more.

Please be aware that if you do attend the event is an upscale urban event so please dress to impress, by request of the organisers there is to be no plain white T's, hats or sportswear. The event takes place at the Garden Of Eden, 7080 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood CA 90028. The doors open at 9.30 and music is being provided by the world famous Cali Untouchable DJ's; DJ Warrior, DJ Strong DJ Def Tone and there will be a special guest DJ - DJ Skee. The night's giveaways will be from Luxury Kicks, Makaveli Branded & Streetwise Clothing - sponsored by Azzure Denim.

View the Flyers for the event here; Front Flyer | Back Flyer

Support Flawless and Tha Block DVD Magazine by attending and remember to enter the exclusive dubcnn contest; Tha Block DVD Magazine Contest.

Rud

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1159533817 - January 1, 1970 By : As you are all aware dubcnn is the premiere spot to catch the latest news and music from the prolific Cali Untouchable DJ's. From their "Cali Untouchable Radio" mixtape series through to the mixtapes they lend their names to promote and host for up-and-coming and established artists - it's always here on dubcnn.

Today we are just reminding you of some of the material they have released over recent months with a few audio treats courtesy of DJ Strong, DJ Warrior and dubcnn.

Firstly we have a track from the recent release "DJ Strong & DJ Destro Present: The Best You Never Heard" from San Francisco's own young talent; Errelevent. The mixtape features 29 tracks containing all-new exclusive songs, drops and blends as well as tracks from Errelevent's highly anticipated solo album "In The Eye of The Beholder." Below is a track from the mixtape called "By Any Means" and features 10sion.

Errelevent - By Any Means (Feat. 10sion)

The Cali Untouchable DJ's also recently worked on a mixtape for the Dogg Pound as part of the "Cali Untouchable Radio" mixtape series. One of the premiered tracks on that was a cut by Tri-Star, Kurupt and Roscoe produced by J Wells.

Tri-Star - Ain't Nothin Changed (Feat. Kurupt & Roscoe)

They also completed another "Cali Untouchable Radio" mixtape with Tri-Star himself, Volume 6, which featured the single "Flipper Dance" which we premiered back in July.

Tri-Star - Flipper Dance

Other tracks we have premiered over the past few months have been from various projects that the Cali Untouchable DJ's have been working on. Below we have some reminders including material from Ricashay, Mitchy Slick and Lil Tone.

Mitchy Slick - Makin' Your Money (Feat. Xzibit)
Mitchy Slick - Bass Chasers
Ricashay - Wat The Hood Made Me
Lil Tone - Lil Tone For Governer
Lil Tone - Time Waits For No Man (Feat. Mobsta & Drama Family)

For the latest releases from the Cali Untouchable DJ's head over to HipHopWest and remember to check out dubcnn's Paid Download section for Cali Untouchable DJ releases and many more. We will have the full "Cali Untouchable Radio" series for paid download's later this year courtesy of DJ Strong & DJ Warrior.

Rud

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1159618505 - January 1, 1970 By : North Carolina's Put Yourself Out connection Eddie Kane Jr is currently finalising his new mixtape for release in October.

The mixtape is set to feature artists including Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E., Fred Knuxx, Genovese, Dashawn (Ultimate Hustler Show) and SUPe.

We have a track that will be on the mixtape entitled; "My Turn" which features Shade Sheist [who also produced the record] and Fred Knuxx; both of whom co-incidently have had interviews with dubcnn recently.

You can follow the name links to both the Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E. and Fred Knuxx interviews.

Eddie Kane Jr - My Turn (Feat. Shade Sheist & Fred Knuxx) (Produced By Shade Sheist)

Check out the track and stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on this and future Put Yourself Out projects. For the latest on Eddie Kane Jr or to contact him you can reach him at his MySpace page.

Rud

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1159728718 - January 1, 1970 By : An artist who has been featured on dubcnn on various occasions is Larceny Entertainment's own City Boy. The Compton youngster has been putting in work for some time now and is currently putting the finishing touches to his latest mixtape entitled; "Pain & Pleasure: Volume 2."

We have been provided with new and exclusive audio from City Boy and his upcoming mixtape release, one of which is a freestyle and the other a remix to the Kanye West produced Diddy, Nas & Cee-Lo collaboration "Everything I Love."

The final cut we have is the DJay Cas produced banger "What I Gotta Do" which is sure to generate a further buzz; "Yea you n-ggas is b-tch / i see it in your facial / never hustled in your life / straight disgraceful..."

City Boy - What I Gotta Do (Produced By DJay Cas)
City Boy - Errthing I Luv (Remix) (Feat. Diddy, Nas & Cee-Lo)
City Boy - Larceny Freestyle

Check out the new material above and keep checking dubcnn for the latest on City Boy and Larceny Entertainment. For more information you can visit City Boy's MySpace page or the official Larceny Entertainment website.

Rud

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1159831335 - January 1, 1970 By : Rich, a rising star rapper/producer from San Francisco's Fillmore district, is set to record his first solo album to be released by KOCH Records in conjunction with Rich's imprint label 3 Story Muzik and Street Cred Music Group.

The album features appearances by San Quinn, E-40, Hell Rell of The Diplomats, D-Block's J-Hood and Sheek Louch, Mistah Fab, Turf Talk, J. Valentine, Bailey, Clyde Carson of the Team, Stress of the Federation, Fully Loaded, Ya Boy, & Devo.


The production will be handled by EA Ski & CMT, Sean T, Droop E (E-40's son), Mal Amazing, D-Cyde, Rashaad Wiggins, Cello Mac, King Cydal.

E-40 Presents Big Rich - Block Tested, Hood Approved will be released on October 3rd, 2006. Check out the music video to E-40 Presents Big Rich "That's The Business" below:

Streaming Video Links

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Make sure you support the bay area by voting for the video on "106 & Park BET" by clicking here!

Yash

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1159933945 - January 1, 1970 By : Teton Gravity Research has produced a new film and is taking it, along with Swollen Members on tour. Anomaly, is TGR's newest 16mm and HD ski and snowboard release. It showcases the freakish and abnormal abilities of today's top athletes as they push the boundary of what is humanly possible. Join these athletes as they forge into a brave new world of riding in locations around the globe.


The anomaly unfolds as Jeremy Jones continues to touch the void in Alaska, Erik Roner completes his disturbing two-year vision, Jamie Pierre survives a world record 25-story free fall, legends Seth Morrison and Jeremy Nobis trade lines on a boat trip in Canada and Candide takes his unique style to AK.

Watch the riders adapt to the dynamic mountain terrain in Japan, Morocco, Jackson Hole, Alaska, Aspen, British Columbia, Switzerland, Corsica, Whistler, Oregon, and France.

As I said above, TGR is taking the movie on tour, and joining them will be Swollen Members. Swollen has recently released a new album "Black Magic", on Battleaxe Records. This is their fifth full length album since 1999's Balance, and arguably their best since. Below we have 3 tracks from the album, plus a taste of what Anomaly is all about, set to some Swollen Members music.

Anomaly Movie Teaser (20mb .mov)
Swollen Members "Black Magic"
Swollen Members "Put Me On" featuring Everlast
Swollen Members "Too Hot" featuring DJ Babu

Click Here for a full list of the tour dates.


Adon

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1160061766 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn have been steadily working behind the scenes to increase the content we can supply to our readers. As we recently announced, our forum has taken steps to increase the outlets for people to discuss the various areas of Entertainment including Television, Movies and Gaming.

Dubcnn have been putting in place the steps that will enable us to cover more content, increase visitors and thus increase the coverage and readership that the news, interviews and music we focus on receives.


With that in mind we are proud to reveal the first in our new ventures - in conjunction with United International Pictures (Distributor of Dreamworks, Universal Pictures and Paramount Movies) - Movie Reviews, premiere coverage and interviews.

To start off this new venture we have our Movie Review of the latest Oliver Stone movie starring Nicolas Cage; "World Trade Center" - the premiere of which dubcnn attended. The review created the "Dub Quotable": The movie succeeds in quickly re-creating the high tension that must have gripped all those in New York and follows through right to the films conclusion of just over two hours."

As this new Entertainment section grows we will be asking you to bookmark that section to keep up to date with new content so this news section is devoted to the music and the material we cover day-to-day. Until then, read the review by clicking the link below and add our new Entertainment Index to your browsing experience.

Dubcnn: World Trade Center (Movie Review)

Stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on our new Entertainment venture and as always for the latest news, media and interview from the world of Hip-Hop.

Rud

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1160082663 - January 1, 1970 By : Besides working on his major album "Cereal & Water" due out early next year, Bigg Steele has been in the lab recording songs on the side for his new mixtape "The Chronicles of Bigg Steele Volume 3 - The Kunta Kinte Theory". The mixtape features songs with Big Syke, Coolwadda of Chico & Coolwadda, Jay Rock, K-Dot, MC Juice, Dirty Birdy, Dr. Stank, Shade Sheist, Diamonique, Lunch, and many others.

"The Chronicles 3" will be available for download here on Dubcnn as well as the official Bigg Steele website in about 2 weeks. Also look out for "Cereal & Water" because this album is finna blow up. Steele hooked up with some of the industry's heavyweights on this one, both rappers and producers.

LilJay

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1160162276 - January 1, 1970 By : The San Francisco Bay Area has long been home to a wealth of talent from hip-hop and rap artists such as the legendary rap artists E-40 and Too Short, along with Old School acts like ConFunkShun and Tower of Power. Steadily overlooked by traditional media outlets such as MTV/BET and The Source Magazine, the B.A.R.S. (which dubcnn covered last year) was founded as a way to get the world to pay attention to this once thriving landscape of talent which has recently seen a resurgence with the success of "the Hyphy Movement" Major labels are quickly following the trend and trying to snatch up hot newer artist's such as Mistah FAB, Turftalk JP the 13th, Wolfpack, Ya Boy, Clyde Carson, the A'z and veterans such as Too Short, San Quinn, Messy Marv, Keak Da Sneak, Baby Bash & E-40 (who both brought home the Bay's first GOLD Albums in many years).

On April 17, 2005, the Bay Area experienced the 1st Annual Bay Area Rap Summit (B.A.R.S.). Held at Emma's/Club Miami in Downtown San Jose the First Annual B.A.R.S. proved to be a historic, event and a blessing for much needed attention for the Bay Area's independent music industry. With over eight hundred attendees, the B.A.R.S. went over without a hitch and showed the world that the Bay Area can stand up and take its place among the country's elite musical hotbeds. The 2nd Annual B.A.R.S. took place at the old Hotel Ibiza in Oakland, CA now The Wild Card Bar & Grill on November 6th , 2005. This year, northern California's premier industry event will again be held at the Wild Card on Sunday November 5 th 2006.

The 3rd annual Bay Area Rap Summit will be picking up right where the last one left off and upping the ante on its west coast celebrity and industry brethren. Focusing on being both more politically active and educational, this year's summit will no doubt be the place where northern California as a whole maps out its plans towards securing the top spot in popular culture. Bringing in elite industry officials such as Wendy Day & DJ Michael Watts 5000, the third installment of the summit will continue it's legacy as a professional and educational, industry networking event with a focus on "how to build and succeed in the independent rap game" in today's volatile marketplace. Guest speakers and panelists from across the country will discuss a wide range of topics that face the independent artist and label from artist development, to radio and mix shows to securing distribution. There will also be showcases of up and coming artists as well as a freestyle competition. Heavy emphasis will be placed on the importance of networking as well as adapting to an industry that has become heavily reliant on modern technology including the internet, digital recording programs and the like.

Come out for a day of education, food, fun, networking, and a chance to meet with the industry's top professionals, corporate sponsors as well as artist's, producers, publishers, entertainment lawyers, promoters, booking agents, media outlets and radio personalities. 2006 is the year for everyone to experience Northern California's premier industry networking seminar.

For more info:

Danny Dee / Rap Summit, LLC

Phone: 510.776.7946 / Email:dannydee@tmail.com


www.rapsummit.com

www.myspace.com/rapsummit

Yash

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1160166164 - January 1, 1970 By : The early 2007 release of R&B songstress Dalia Raiyen's U.S. debut, Sacred, along with the first single from the album, "Show Me" (featuring Jadakiss) will unveil a talent that has made music industry insiders take notice.

Rodney Jerkins, Shawn Daniels (Dark Child), Mark Nelson, Raoul Santiago, Sice & Carmen, & Yummy are just a few of the leading producers and writers that Raiyen has worked with. The 23-year-old, North African prodigy was signed to Sony Music at the age of 16 and later worked independently, releasing her first album overseas.

Raiyen's upcoming album, Sacred, which she executive produced, reflects the multicultural environment she grew up in. Born in France, raised in Switzerland and spending her summers in Tunisia (North Africa), she quickly developed a gift for language, speaking fluently and singing in seven of them. Her passion for writing and reading poetry developed into songwriting at an early age.

"I dream of reaching the world through my music," Raiyen says. "I want to bring a Grammy home to Africa."

Dalia Raiyen's unique beauty, dazzling fashion sense and good-natured elegance are a few of the natural star qualities she possesses. She is inspired to entertain and impassioned to succeed and the accomplishments she has made thus far in her career, give every indication that she will.

Dubcnn has the first single by Dalia Raiyen entitled "Show Me" featuring Jadakiss for exclusive download for our visitors.

Stay tuned to DUBCNN for news on Dalia Raiyen.

Yash

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1160319285 - January 1, 1970 By : The #1 Spot For Album Credits, The Vault has been updated with 84 new album credits, it's been a busy month for new albums, and the next months will be even more hectic.

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: AZ is set to drop The Format with DJ Premier, Lil Fame & Emile on the beats, Bone Thugs N Harmony came up with some new Thug Stories, Chingy released the sequel to Jackpot, called Hoodstar.

The retail tracklist for Lloyd Banks' upcoming album Rotten Apple is ready, with Scarface, 50 Cent, Mobb Deep, Rakim, and production from Eminem, 9th Wonder, Havoc, Sha Money XL, Needlz, etc.
Clipse's new album Hell Hath No Fury has been pushed back again, but was rated a rare XXL in XXL Magazine. The long awaited Daz Dillinger album on So So Def, So So Gangsta was released to some poor first weeks on the Soundscan. Hi-Tek is ready to release the sequel to his critically acclaimed Hi-Teknology, Hi-Teknology 2: The Chip, with guests like Talib Kweli, Q-Tip, Kurupt, The Game, Ghostface, Raekwon, Busta Rhymes, Jadakiss, Papoose, Bun B, Strong Arm Steady, Devin, Dion, Pretty Ugly, Nas, Common and more.

Ludacris' Release Therapy went straight to #1 on the Billboards, Mitchy Slick's Urban Survival Syndrome was added, and the tracklist for Snoop Dogg's Blue Carpet Treatment is shaping up, and so does Styles P.'s Time Is Money, set to come out later this year.

For the pop/r'n'b-fans, we got some other hiphop related releases as well; Beyonce picked up Swizz Beatz, Neptunes & Rodney Jerkins for her album B'Day, with Jay-Z, Bun-B & Slim Thug on the guestlist, and Timbaland did most of Justin Timberlake's Futuresex/Lovesounds.

But there's more, check all the newest additions in "What's New".

Jome

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1160422036 - January 1, 1970 By : Scion continues to support independent artistic expression through its latest Scion Audio/Visual (SA/V) 12" vinyl release of El Michels Affair and Raekwon and Scion CD Sampler v.15 - Award Tour mixed by Cosmo Baker and DJ Ayres.

"Scion Audio/Visual opens up a path that connects creative artists and avid listeners," said Jeri Yoshizu, Scion sales promotions manager. "We encourage artistic creativity and the A/V label is one of Scion's approaches to supporting the music community."

The latest 12" vinyl installment, available this month, sees Brooklyn's El Michels Affair paired up with hip-hop legend Raekwon (of Wu-Tang Clan) for a "live remix" of Raekwon's song with Pete Rock called "The PJs," as well as an original El Michels song and a couple interlude/bonus beats. Raekwon wrote some new lyrics for "The PJs" track, and El Michels flipped it with their signature vintage soul sound.

SA/V brings you Scion CD Sampler v.15 - Award Tour mixed by Cosmo Baker and DJ Ayres. Along with partner DJ Eleven, they comprise The Rub crew.

The Rub started as a monthly party in the summer of 2002 at Southpaw in Brooklyn, and it quickly grew into "the best party in NYC" (New York Press). Now in its fourth year, The Rub continues to live up to the accolades - packing in a diverse crowd who'll wild-out to hip-hop, '80s, disco, rock, funk, house, reggae and everything in between.

The Rub's Cosmo Baker played a crucial part of Philadelphia nightlife for years - holding down the now-legendary Back to Basics party with King Britt; spinning at house parties back in the day with The Roots; and launching the beloved Remedy monthly alongside Rich Medina. The Rub's DJ Ayres got his start spinning hip-hop on college radio and at parties, and has released upwards of 50 mixtapes in 10 years, prompting the New York Times to call him "one of New York's best mixtape DJs."

Included on Scion CD Sampler v.15 - Award Tour are songs by Ghostface & MF Doom, Memphis Bleek, The Streets, Aloe Blacc, Chromeo, Bloc Party, and UK Mercury Prize nominee Sway, among many others. Scion CD Sampler v.15 will be available at upcoming Scion events across the country.

SA/V continues to bring listeners, those with and without the skills to cut it up on the turntable, the heart and soul of music through its vinyl and CD releases.

Look out for future installments of the mix CDs and 12" vinyl from Scion DJ Contest winner DJ Cutler and from Connie Price & The Keystones w/ Big Daddy Kane, respectively.

About Scion Audio/Visual:
Scion Audio/Visual (SA/V) was founded to give true artists a voice in a noisy world. Scion has consistently championed independent thinking and alternative culture. With its Audio/Visual in-house record label, Scion continues to promote that culture with a series of CD mixtapes and 12" vinyl releases, both given out for free, which focus on getting exposure for these talented musicians and DJs. With global vision and diversity through expression, SA/V champions individuality with no genre boundaries.

Each 12" release features an up-and-coming live band with a special guest vocalist (an established MC or singer) doing a "cover" or "live version" of that vocalist's song. Past collaborations have included the daKAH Hip Hop Orchestra featuring Guru of Gangstarr; The Fyre Dept. with GZA; and Rhythm Roots Allstars featuring Raheem Devaughn, Aloe Blacc and Afrodisiac Sound System.

On the other side of the SA/V concept, the mix CDs span the gamut of hip-hop, funk, soul, reggae, world, and electronic music. Previous installments have featured mixes from Wax Poetics' DJ Monk One, Mr. Scruff & Nicolay, The Oakland Faders, Peanut Butter Wolf & Jazzy Jeff, and others.

For more information about Scion A/V visit:
www.scion.com/culture/music or www.scion.com/SAV

Yash

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1160536441 - January 1, 1970 By : It was only March of this year that we introduced you to the South Central Los Angeles MC, Cash Dniro. Back then he told us; "I spit for South Central and speak for the ghetto. From my hood to your hood we all go through similar things and im hear to report what's real for the real."

We gave Cash Dniro a spot in our First Look section for new artists and the response garnered was impressive. Since then he has been working steadily on his debut album "C.A.S.H" (Committed Against Sure Hate) on his own imprint - About My People; About My Paper - due out later this year.

We have two new tracks for download, one produced by OP Beatz called "I Be" and the second by the much dubcnn featured artist XL Middleton entitled "One To Grow On" - both of these are not joints to be slept on. Check them out below and also take some time to hit up Cash Dniro's MySpace.

Cash Dniro - I Be (Produced By OP Beatz)
Cash Dniro - One To Grown On (Feat. Sel) (Produced By XL Middleton)

If you want to hear the old material we premiered in March which is produced by Vyente (Ras Kass, Black Rob & Nivea) then head over to Cash Dniro's First Look page. As usual stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on Cash and his debut album.

Rud

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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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1160785917 - January 1, 1970 By : We've seen him on TV. We've heard him on the radio. We've watched him accept three Juno Awards, four MuchMusic Awards, six Canadian Urban Music Awards, a Source Award, garner a Grammy nomination, perform hit singles and reach platinum-plus status with Joyful Rebellion and the Publicity Stunt DVD. And while these accomplishments brought k-os great pride, he hopes that with his new album ATLANTIS - Hymns for Disco, people can focus on the music rather than the accolades.

It all began with the first song he wrote for the new album, the uplifting "Sunday Morning." k-os had been reflecting back on his life in the spotlight and questioning the association between personal validation and public acceptance. "After the last record, I would be walking down the street and people would come up to me as if they knew me. And it felt good to be popular, I guess," k-os confides.

Creating this song opened his eyes and brought him back to the lifestyle and values he learnt during his fundamentalist upbringing. "If Saturday night was party night, Sunday morning was family time in my house - from the morning activities to the dinner served," he says. "It's funny I left all that behind to see what the world was like on my own terms. Everything then was go-go-go! I felt so ambitious with so much to accomplish, only to now understand the sacredness of resting and having time to contemplate and renew yourself." He continues: "Making this song has changed my life. It really works to embrace and be aware of what troubles us. This is the theme of ATLANTIS."

"The Rain" is a painfully sincere song on which k-os sings with a new sense of honesty and rawness. There are no samples, no rap, no musical mixtures and concoctions; he keeps it pure, simple and real from beginning to end. "I was surprised by how well I could emote fresh cuts from a situation in the past where I was ruled by a woman," he admits. "I really thought I was over it. But emotions build up inside and if these remain unattended, they only build up further. 'The Rain' is the storm of those unchecked emotions."

The fourteen tracks on ATLANTIS - Hymns for Disco delve into many different directions, but are tied by themes of veracity, forgiveness and self-awareness. For this extremely personal album, it only made sense for

k-os to collaborate with a few of his trusted friends. Both Sam Roberts and Kevin Drew (Broken Social Scene) make a welcome appearance on "Valhalla." WhileBuck 65 and Kamau (who has appeared on all three albums) help close the album with the stirring opus, "Ballad of Noah," which shows that

k-os stands for 'knowledge of self' and on this new album he has not only identified a path to 'knowledge of self,' but brings us on that never-ending journey.

Visit K-Os official website here.


Adon

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1160829839 - January 1, 1970 By : As any returning visitor should know by now (first time readers will soon find out), Dubcnn is known for being the spot that breaks independent talent first, the spot that connects you to the who's who and what's what on the left side, or just the spot for everything in between. Since we already have the West Coast on lock, it's only right that we take a little trip out East and South for an exclusive with two heavyweights in Hip Hop, Young Buck and 50 Cent. Buck and 50 take their time out of their busy schedule to sit down with us for this exclusive 3-way interview. Yash and myself conducted this indepth interview which was handled in different sessions.

Young Buck gets into it and discusses his upcoming album "Buck the World", his recent collaboration with BC Knocc Out and Spider Loc on "Anotha Day in L.A.", being a CEO and signing C-Bo to Cashville Records, G-Units recent album sales, his opinion on fans getting involved in rap feuds, and much more. 50 Cent then proceeds to talk about the Southern takeover in Hip Hop, New York's state of mind, current and past issues with different artists, Young Bucks energy and drive, and much more.

The interview runs over an over so we had to split the interview in two parts. Part one is Young Bucks show, while part two is carried by 50 Cent. For now we present you part one of the interview, but make sure you check back on Dubcnn for the exclusive Part 2 coming in a few days. 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 and yash@dubcnn.com.

Exclusive Interview with Young Buck & 50 Cent (Part 1)

LilJay

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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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1160930586 - January 1, 1970 By : This is just a reminder for everybody! Xzibit's highly anticipated solo album "Full Circle", is dropping this Tuesday, October 17th on Open Bar/Koch Records. For those of you who want to preview the album before purchashing it, our man Adriano Dogg has put together a complete album sampler, which gives you a good idea of the album. Download it below:

Xzibit - Full Circle (Album Sampler) (By Adriano Dogg)

To order "Full Circle" now, click here.

The tracklisting is below:

01. Invade My Space ft/ Jelly Roll
02. Rollin’ ft/ Jelly Roll
03. Ram Part Division
04. Say It To My Face ft/ Kurupt & Don Blaze
05. The Donnell Rollins Show (skit)
06. Scandalous Bitches
07. Concentrate
08. On Bail ft/ The Game, Daz & Kurupt
09. Family Values
10. Black & Brown ft/ Jelly Roll
11. The Whole World
12. Poppin Off ft/ DJ Quik & King T
13. Movin’ In Your Chucks ft. Too Short
14. Thank You

Make sure to support Mr. X 2 The Z on this independent venture and pick up the album Tuesday! Also be on the lookout for dubcnn's exclusive interview with Xzibit coming soon!

Nima

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1161088002 - January 1, 1970 By : To those of you who browse Tupac fan sites and forums I have no doubt you will know of and be anticpating the latest installment of Tupac's posthumous material. The new release is set to be titled "Pac's Life" and is sure to divide fans across the world as to the nature of its release.

As with the majority of Tupac's post death releases the original material, which has graced the internet and bootleg CD's for years, has been changed.



You can expect original beats to have been switched, lyrics chopped up, even new words made to suit the new vibe of the tracks in question and as always; guest appearences altered to suit the taste of the current HipHop buyers. While it is set to infuriate many, a great many others will still grab a copy when the album is released on November 21st 2006.

We have the lead single for the album, which is the albums title track "Pac's Life" - however it is no longer the track many will have heard in the past - it now features T.I with a verse, Ashanti on the hook and a new beat by LT Hutton.

Tupac - Pac's Life (Feat. Ashanti & T.I.) (Produced By LT Hutton)

Enjoy the new material and look out for more news and audio from the project, including the album cover and official tracklist, soon on dubcnn.

Rud

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1161130536 - January 1, 1970 By : A few months ago we introduced you to a new talent out of Ottawa, Canada by the name of Belly. Well since then he's been very busy. With three successful mixtapes, three chart topping singles under his belt, and his full-length debut album on the way, Belly is, "ready for anything".

His LP entitled, "The Revolution" is set for international release on CP Records in 2007. Belly recruited many of hip-hop and R&B's finest to work alongside him in The Revolution. Features on the album include Fabolous, the legendary Scarface, Nina Sky, Ginuwine, Mario Winans and of course, labelmates Massari, Deuce Deuce, Vico, and the princess of CP, Monique.

After much anticipation, Dubcnn and CP Records are proud to announce the first single from Belly’s upcoming debut album The Revolution. The (soon-to-be hit song)"PRESSURE", features none other than multi platinum R&B/POP legend Ginuwine.

"Ginuwine played a big role in my childhood, they played 'Pony' at every dance I went to growing up. It is nothing less than an honor to work with him...and better yet, make hits with him!!!" says Belly.

When asked about working with Belly, Ginuwine responded, "That boy is fire!!!" The combination of hypnotizing strings and powerful, fast paced drums (prod. by Beat Merchant), is sure to move bodies on and off the dance floor. Unlike the typical formula for 'commercial' music, Belly displays depth and wit with his lyrics, which helps him stand out from the crowd of upcoming artists.

Below we have the lead single with Ginuwine, along with the B Side, "Stomp". And in case you missed it, I've re-linked "I Swear" with Scarface.

Belly Feat. Ginuwine - Pressure
Belly - Stomp
Belly Feat. Scarface - I Swear

Adon

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1161260463 - January 1, 1970 By : The talent formally known as Blunts LLA, Omar Cruz, has been riding a wave of success all year culminating in a 50/50 deal with Interscope/Geffen for the BYI Entertainment label. Since releasing his "Blow" mixtape for free download on dubcnn, he then created and put out the smash hit street album/mixtape "The Cruzifixion" which was the final step to impressing music mogul Jimmy Iovine.

We will, as we have since 2004, be keeping you up to date with the latest from Omar Cruz and BYI Entertianment, including exclusive news and audio.

As such we are pleased to reveal that in the latest edition of one of dubcnn's favourite print media publications Scratch Magazine [shout to all the staff over there] they gave "The Cruzifixion" release a Hood (being dubbed Barrio, the spanish translation of Hood) rating, which is the highest rate they give to CDs. You can check that review below in an exlcusive scan.

Omar Cruz - "Cruzifixion" Mixtape Review (Scratch Magazine)

In related news Omar Cruz has got a new MySpace URL, you can now connect direct to him at myspace.com/omarcruz.

Rud

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1161286722 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn spoke to Clinton Wayne, a name dubcnn readers will be familiar with and a name that the mainstream audience is soon to hear. Since we first introduced Clinton Wayne on dubcnn, he has gathered a strong fan base, received acclaim for his material and showcased his talent to the world.

We took time to talk to the Barstow, CA rapper about what he is all about, his first mixtape "Tsoul Ghetto", his upcoming mixtape "Regal Muzik" which we will have available for free download soon, how he was introduced to the game and hooking up with his current manager Jazzy D. We also discuss how he found dubcnn and how the internet has enabled him to portray his music and more.

Check it all out below:

Clinton Wayne Interview With Dubcnn (October '06)

Enjoy, and be on the lookout for "Regal Muzik" coming soon!

Nima

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1161455213 - January 1, 1970 By : The good people over at Put Yourself Out have informed us that they have a show this weekend - tomorrow, Sunday 22nd October - at Club Bleu in Westminster, CA. Anyone heading down can expect to see Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E. and Jin "The Emcee" of Crafty Plugs / Ruff Ryders live on stage.

Not only that but the show is also doubling as a video shoot for the current hit single "Pull Up Get Out" which features Young Buck. For the full event information you can check out the flyer below, and if you can - get down there and tell them dubcnn sent you!

Shade Sheist/N.U.N.E./Jin - Event Flyer Front | Event Flyer Back

In related news the Put Yourself Out team have also started recording episodes of "The PYO Show" to be aired on the hugely successful SwurvRadio which will be available to anyone with an intenet connection. We will be keeping you updated on this and other PYO developments, in the meantime hit Shade Sheist's MySpace page.

Rud

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1161618546 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been a little bit over a week since we posted Part 1 of our exclusive interview with Young Buck and 50 Cent. We won't tease you any further and present you Part 2 of the interview today.

This time, 50 Cent checks in with Dubcnn and speaks his mind on various topics, including Young Bucks talent and the South's takeover, bringing the West Coast back, his past business relationship with Game which was followed by the infamous beef and the mixtape disses, as well as his opinion on "The Doctor's Advocate". Hate him or love him, Fifty always says things that will get people talking, and this time is no different.

Young Buck also speaks his piece on rap feuds and trying to keep it peaceful in the future, as well as his upcoming project "Buck The World". Buck also keeps it entertaining by adding some comedy to this indepth interview. Another Dubcnn classic that you shouldn't miss!

Exclusive Interview with Young Buck & 50 Cent (Part 2)

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.

LilJay

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1161945709 - January 1, 1970 By : As most of you have probably heard by now, Eminem is set to release a compilaton called "The Re-Up" in December through Shady Records/Interscope.

Originally planned as a mixtape, "The Re-Up" quickly evolved to a full album, featuring collaborations with Snoop Dogg, Mobb Deep, 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, Nas, Obie Trice, Akon, D-12, Stat Quo as well as Shady Records newcomers Ca$his and Bobby Creekwater.



One of the songs from the album, performed by Stat Quo, was recently premiered by Eminem on the radio. The track is called "Get Low" and was produced by none other than Dr. Dre. Listen to the song below:

Stat Quo - Get Low (Prod. by Dr. Dre)

The first single off the album is called "You Don't Know" and features Eminem, 50 Cent, Ca$his & Lloyd Banks over an Eminem production. A snippet of the video was premiered before the World Series Baseball game last week. Incase you haven't heard the song yet, check it out below:

Eminem - You Don't Know (ft. 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks & Ca$his)

Be on the lookout for "The Re-Up" dropping December 5th!

Nima

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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!

Rud

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1162319123 - January 1, 1970 By : After his debut album, Bottled Up, was pulled from the retail market due to trademark issues, Black aka Black Daniels returns with his second mixtape, New Black City. As Crown City's next-in-line, Black's latest project will exemplify all sides of the Altadena, CA, native - the party animal, the lyricist, the introspective thinker, all sprinkled with a little controversy and delivered in Black's signature West Coast-country boy twang. Far from being a "mixtape-only spitter" like so many MC's these days, Black doesn't just brag and boast, he covers many bases, everything from dealing with personal losses to intoxicated nights and rough morning-afters.

New Black City features guest appearances and production from 1stBorn, XL Middleton, DJ Warrior and Blu Iz (rapper-turned-actor who starred in The Shield, The Fat Albert Movie and other roles). The mixtape also features a Hood Remix with 50 Cent & Mobb Deep.

1. Intro
2. New Black City (feat. Blu Iz & D'Zire) - Produced by S-Class
3. Its Goin Down (Freestyle)
4. Freestyle
5. Nextel Skit
6. 10 Black Commandments
7. 100 Bars - Produced by Black Daniels
8. Red Spyda Freestyle (feat. Bo$$)
9. Around Here (Hood Remix) (feat. 50 Cent, Mobb Deep, & Studio Mic)
10. Drank Interlude
11. How We Roll - Produced by Studio Mic
12. Set It Off (Freestyle)
13. New Crown City
14. Married 2 The Game (feat. XL Middleton & Blu Iz) - Produced by Arkeyev
15. Freestyle
16. You Don't Love Me (Freestyle)
17. Fat Boy's Neighborhood Freestyle
18. Yardnic Theme (feat. XL Middleton) - Produced by XL Middleton
19. Smoke Interlude
20. The Next Episode (Freestyle) (feat. XL Middleton)
21. So Fly (feat. Swiss Tha Bizness & Blu Iz)
22. DJ Warrior Drop
23. Whats The Bizness - Produced by Arkeyev
24. I'll Be Around (Freestyle)
25. Can It Be 4 Real (feat. Cali Love & Bricks) - Produced by Arkeyev
26. Touch It Remix (Freestyle) (feat. 1stBorn)
27. Must Be Out Yo Mind - Produced by Studio Mic
28. Freestyle
29. Outro

Click HERE to download New Black City - The Mixtape for free!

The mixtape will only be available for free download in the coming three days, so make sure you get it! For more information on Black, visit crowncityentertainment.com

Zuka

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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)

LilJay

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1162512621 - January 1, 1970 By : South Central Los Angeles born and raised The Wacsta aka Wacy Loco hit the scene in 2004 with an impressive debut album called "West Coast Resurrected". Wacsta got the stamp of approval from some of the big dogs on the Coast with featurings from WC, C-Bo, Spice 1, Jayo Felony, Tash, Kokane, Too Short, and others. "I had some West Coast legends on there so that was a thrill for me" Wacsta told Dubcnn.

Two years later the Wacsta is ready to release his sophomore album which serves as an introduction to his crew the We Whit It Rydaz. The album is called "Warning: This Is Not A Mixtape" and The Wacsta took some time out to explain the concept to Dubcnn:

"We're dropping it to let the world know that we got some originality coming up out the game" The Wacsta said. "A lot of cats is doing mixtapes because they feel like that's gonna get them to where they need to be if they rap over these dudes beats. No disrespect to the mixtape rappers and DJ's, but I just feel like we need to introduce some new beats and bring different aspects to the game."

They are waiting for the right distribution deal to come through the door, but the album itself will be released independently.
"We're coming independent so we're doing everything solo" Wacsta continued. "It's hard when you're independent but it's gonna be worth at the end, because you're really making a stamp in the game with your own stuff if it's hot. Everything I do is selfmade just like the "West Coast Resurrected" album; with that one I'm a little bit over 55,000 sold right now, so we're doing pretty good to begin with that project."

The Wacsta laced Dubcnn with 3 exclusive songs from the album. On top of that we have another exclusive that he recently recorded with Katt Williams called "Get At Me Dawg". All 4 songs can be downloaded below. After "Warning: This Is Not A Mixtape", Wacsta is scheduled to drop his second solo album which he has already started working on. The album is set to have guest appearances from Roscoe, Goldie Loc, Kurupt, Jayo Felony amongst others.

The Wacsta also spoke his mind on the current state of West Coast Hip Hop and addressed the situation about new and established artists networking with eachother. "It's a fine line between this new West Coast and the old West Coast, but really, it's all old West Coast. I grew up on all of the legends like WC and Cube, so I gotta show respect to them cause that's where we learned the shit from. But at the same time I feel that the vets who got the plugs and the avenues, why won't y'all help these hot West Coast niggas get in the game though? Especially if a nigga is hot!
Go check on Dubcnn every now and then and see what these up and coming artists talk about. Ride him to your studio, fly him down! See if he can get down how you want him to get down. That's how I look at it. But when niggas ain't looking out we're getting hungry cause we're trying to get where y'all at right now. It ain't no disrespect to the OG's cause I love them. Like Dub C, he is my family, that's my uncle, that nigga raised me. We go way back before the rap game so that's my main nigga, he knows how his boy Wacy Loco get down. I respect my elders. If you look at the "West Coast Resurrected" album, I brought all the OG's on there."

Wacy Loco can also be heard on the Spice 1 "Bossed Out" compilation which was released in 2005. Wacsta was all over the album and stole the show on a lot of tracks, such as "Crazy". The compilation also came with a accompanying DVD which had Spice 1, Wacsta, Katt Williams and the rest of the crew kicking it behind the scenes and bossin up on stage.

"Spice 1 is a legend. I deal with this cat on a regular basis" Wacsta said about Spice 1, "but where is his respect? Where are the niggas in the game that can pick him up and put him on a Dre beat? Quit being stingy like that! Put him on a hot ass track and let him get down. If they can bring Rakim back to life, come on man! So I just feel like people need to open up their doors and network."

A two minute video segment from the "Bossed Out" DVD can be watched by downloading it below:

Spice 1, The Wacsta, Katt Williams - Bossed Out Video Clip (Windows Video, 11 MB)

Last but not least, hit the links to download the aforementioned songs:

The Wacsta - Get At Me Dawg Feat. Katt Williams
The Wacsta - Rydin High Feat. T.C. & Big Tree
The Wacsta - Land Of Funk Feat. T.C. & Big Tree
The Wacsta - Savy Connect Feat. T.C.

For more info visit The Wacsta's We Whit It website or his MySpace page.

LilJay

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1162657650 - January 1, 1970 By : Since the day Spider Loc bumped into Young Buck in Atlanta two years ago and rattled off an acapella that would convince Buck to introduce him to 50 Cent, the West Coast native has been lowriding to a new beat. Now a fixture in the G-Unit family and the original representer of G-Unit West, Spider Loc has been living much fatter since he earned 50 Cent's acceptance. He's traveled around the world twice-over after growing up in the mean streets of South Central Los Angeles, and things are just getting started. With many West Coasters finding it hard to carve their niche in the hip-hop game, Spider has an incredible platform to introduce his talent.

Together with the Los Angeles hip-hop radio icon DJ Felli Fel (Heavy Hitters), Spider Loc is releasing this official mixtape entitled "Connected" to put his name back into the fold and get his music back in the streets. Featuring 20 new and exclusive tracks from Spider Loc and guest such as Ice Cube, Glasses Malone, BG Knocc Out, Young Buck, Snoopy Blue, Papa Smurf, Young Hootie, and others, this mixtape is S.P.I.'s hard work put into full effect. Showing you the G-Unit hustle and way with words that landed him on the team, this mixtape is something fierce from the West Coast player.

Tracklisting for "Connected":

1. DJ Felli Fel Intro
2. I Know Ridaz Feat. Papa Smurf
3. Money Maneuver Feat. Big Foot (produced by Da Riffs)
4 Can’t Be Right Feat. Papa Smurf, Big Foot & Snoopy Blue
5. Ain’t That Easy (produced by Da Riffs)
6. Not A Dance Feat. Young Buck & C-Bo
7. Bluetiful Feat. Piper (produced by Da Riffs)
8. Big Blacc Boots Feat. Ice Cube
9. Been Around The World
10. When We Ride Feat. Snoopy Blue, Big Foot & Papa Smurf
11. I Wonder If The Homie Know
12. Hold You Down Feat. E Note
13. Just Another Day In LA Feat. Young Buck, Papa Smurf & BG Knocc Out
14. New York, New York Feat. Papa Smurf
15. First Degree Feat. Piper, E Note & BG Knocc Out (produced by Da Riffs)
16. West Coast Roll Call Feat. Glasses Malone, Young Hootie, Piper, BG Knocc Out, Papa Smurf & Snoopy Blue (produced by Da Riffs)
17. No Talking (produced by Da Riffs)
18. Its So Hard Feat. Big Foot & Papa Smurf
19. Gon’ Pay Me Feat. Young Buck
20. Bitches Ain’t Shit

LilJay

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1162717009 - January 1, 1970 By : As most of you are no doubt aware by now, Eminem is gearing up to release a compilaton album entitled "The Re-Up" in December through Shady Records/Interscope. Today we have the album artwork as the clickable news image, which was personally illustrated by Eminem himself.

As previously reported, the release was originally planned as a mixtape, however quickly evolved to a full album, featuring collaborations with Snoop Dogg, Mobb Deep, 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, Nas, Obie Trice, Akon, D-12, Stat Quo as well as Shady Records newcomers Ca$his (the westcoast signee) and Bobby Creekwater.

Only last week dubcnn featured some new material from the album, including a track performed by Stat Quo, called "Get Low" which is produced by Dr. Dre. We also had the album's lead single "You Don't Know" which features Eminem, 50 Cent, Ca$his & Lloyd Banks over an Eminem production. A snippet of the video was premiered before the World Series Baseball game last week and the full version is due to air soon.

Ensure you lookout for "The Re-Up", in stores December 5th.

Rud

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1162912212 - January 1, 1970 By : Mista Cane is back to bring you one of the hottest mixtapes of the year "Contract Year." This time around Cane's about giving back to the fans so instead of selling them, he's decided to give them away for FREE! Yes, this mixtape is being offered FREE of charge to anyone by simply providing a mailing address.

This mixtape also contains songs from his highly anticipated 3rd album entitled "In My Life" due out in early 2007. Mista Cane and Pervelous P entertainment have a consistent track record for delivering "album quality" mixtapes and this one is no exception.

This mixtape features such artist as Game and Sean-T on "The Anthem" and The Jacka of Mob Figaz on "Hip Hop Quotables." For those who dont know, Mista Cane is a bay area tycoon representing San Leandro California whos worked with such artists as: JT The Bigga Figga, Sean-T, Savage C and Game to name a few. Mista Cane got his start back in 2001 along side producer E.Q. and dropped his underrated debut "The World As I See It." This album was a local hit and set the stage for future releases and you can bet he wasted no time in coming back. He again linked up with E.Q. and reimmerged in 2002 with his sophmore effort: "Who Am I?..Now We Begin". Shortly after it's release Mista Cane hooked up with artists on the roster of Pervelous P. Ent. Davey D, CEO of Pervelous P, decided to have Mista Cane become part of a four man group which included Savage-C & KD (Nocturnal Hustlers), Jonny-T, and of course Mista Cane to form Pervelous P Camp in 2003 which featured Rap-A-Lot recording artist Devin The Dude. In 2005 he continued at a fierce pace by recording a group project along side Arsen in 2005 entitled "High Risk High Reward".

Back to the topic, to get your free copy of "Contract Year", simply provide us with a mailing address. Send an email to axlefohley@dubcnn.com, Mista Cane or contact Davey D directly on his official MySpace page.


Below is the tracklist and a couple of songs to preview from the mixtape:

1.Dj Iroc Intro
2.Easy To Me
3.Live Now (With THE GAME Intro)
4.Gutta Musik
5.San Quinn Drop
6.Come Home
7.Dollas Circulate
8.Different World
9.The Music
10.The Anthem Featuring The Game & Sean-T Prod. By Davey D. Cohn (From the album "In My Life")
11.The Game Drop
12.Say My Name
13.Millionaire
14.Betta Know It
15.Westside
16.Rocky Road Prod. By Sean-T
17.Tonight Prod. By Davey D. Cohn
18.Hip Hop Quotables Featuring The Jacka
19.Life
20.Mike Marshall Drop
21.I Don't Understand
22.Sincere
23.Betta Place
24.So Real
25.New Beginnin
26.Can't Be Life
27.Do Or Die Featuring Blu Chip, Sean-T & Prohoezak Prod. By Davey D. Cohn
28.72 Bars Of Cane
29.San Quinn Drop #2
30.Neva Change

Here's a promo video of Arsen & Mista Cane on stage:

Arsen & Mista Cane - Live On Stage Video Promo

Be sure to checkout Mista Cane on his official MySpace page.

Nima

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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.

Rud

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1163011884 - January 1, 1970 By : Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E. of the acclaimed independent network Put Yourself Out debuts on Swurvadio.com tonight (November 8) at 6PM PST.

The show, which we made many aware of last month, is entitled the "PYO Show" and is set to showcase new talent and material from many of their projects. In the first show you can expect brand new music from XL Middleton, Balance, Sara Stokes (from Da Band) and many more. You can also check out the exclusive PYO Mixdown, a tight selection of exclusive PYO music scratched and blended by PYO's own N.U.N.E..

To listen to the show head over to Swurvradio.com and tune in at 6PM PST.

In related news PYO affiliate Eddie Kane Jr is currently finalising his street album entitled "Stick To The Script." We have an exclusive cut off the album which is the releases title track over Jay-Z's current single "Show Me What You Got."

Eddie Kane Jr - Stick To The Script

Check out the audio above and stay tuned to dubcnn for more news and audio from "Stick To The Script"

Rud

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1163013296 - January 1, 1970 By : Today we have the honor and the privelege of releasing a track that many people have not heard and those that have, from a radio rip off Power 106 many years ago, have been waiting to hear in good quality.

During the recording period for Snoop Dogg's last album on No Limit Records "The Last Meal" he recorded a host of material that did not make the cut. One of which was a track he premiered on Power 106 before the album was released, a track many expected to make the final CD.


When the CD hit stores many were shocked to see a track entitled "No Bacctraccin" featuring George Clinton missing from the tracklist. Over the years many have hoped the track would materialse alas it, until this point, has not been the case. Dubcnn have teamed up with Meech Wells on countless occasions recently and as such, he has offered to let the world hear it as it was meant to be heard - right here on dubcnn.

When asked about the track Meech Wells recalls; "Well me and Snoop did No Bacctraccin in 2000 when he was recording The Last Meal. George Clinton came to my house and laid the hook and Bootsy Collins played guitar, then Tha Brides Of Funkenstein did the backing vocals on the chorus and Dr. Dre mixed the record - but they didn't release it."

All in all a collection of legends had input in this track however it never made its proper release; until today. Today we can premiere the track that in the words of Meech Wells "not even Snoop Dogg has a copy of" for all fans and our readership to enjoy, no tags, just good music.

Snoop Dogg - No Bacctraccin (Feat. George Clinton)

Our thanks go out to Meech Wells for his continued support and his unique interaction with our readers and members of the forum; a trait many artists and producers could take heed of. Enjoy the music and support Meech Wells later this month as he releases the Young Joker "Tha Takeover" mixtape - stay tuned to dubcnn.

Rud

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1163176314 - January 1, 1970 By : Lil Flip' is giving his fans what they want in addition to setting his sights in on the booming Hispanic market - Mr. Capone-E is shooting for the mainstream.

Two of the hardest hustlas' in the rap game get Connected a new project with a release date of November 14. Houston's "Freestyle King" Lil' Flip and the West Coast's "Hustle King", Mr. Capone-E combine their flow to create a raw, hard-hitting 20-track reflection of their worlds entitled Connected.

After a tumultuous and successful year that included a label switch, Lil' Flip was exploring ways to build some inroads into the West Coast. Always having an ear to the street, Lil Flip had heard about Mr. Capone-E's string of Billboard successes on Hi Power/B-Dub Records These included collaborations' and full CD's with Twista, (whose single Don't Get It Twisted is currently receiving power rotation nationwide), Layzie Bone, Bizzy Bone, Zapp, and Mr. Criminal. Of course, Mr. Capone-E's was also enjoying tremendous success with his own releases.

Lil' Flip recognized the underground hustle of a man moving over a million plus units with no major label promo machine behind him and wanted in. Capone-e's very own Hi Power label is distributed through indie power-house B--Dub, a subsidiary of Thump Records and exclusively distributed by Universal Music Distribution.

Mr. Capone-E's fan base is primarily Latino and maintains a loyal stronghold throughout the West Coast, Southwest and Midwest. The emerging Latin market is rapidly becoming an important factor in urban radio and strong record sales. The B-Dub label and its parent company, Thump Records, have been industry leaders in the Latin rap and hip-hop market both label's inception as the musical partner of Lowrider Magazine over 20 years ago.

There is no denying the street tenacity of Lil' Flip and Mr. Capone. There is also no denying the sales pull of these 2 heavyweights. Connected will have the old fans and new fiendin' for a piece of Lil' Flip and Mr. Capone-E. Get Connected on November 14th!

Their lead off single is a banger entitled King of the Streets. Dubcnn has the track available for download:

Lil' Flip and Mr. Capone-E - King Of The Streets

LilJay

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1163179282 - January 1, 1970 By : Only last month we informed you that the artist formally known as Blunts LLA, Omar Cruz, was awarded the Hood rating in Scratch Magazine for his street album "The Cruzifixion." Since then Omar Cruz has been keeping his name buzzing and is featured on this months Source Magazine

Since making his dubcnn debut in 2004 Omar Cruz has been working hard consistantly culminating in a 50/50 deal with Interscope/Geffen for the BYI Entertainment label. Having released his "Blow" mixtape for free download on dubcnn and then the afforementioned street album "The Cruzifixion" he did enough to impress music mogul Jimmy Iovine.

On Page 50 in this months Source you can read about that deal and much more regarding Omar Cruz and BYI Entertianment. Our readers can enjoy the article themselves courtesy of Omar Cruz, BYI Entertianment and The Source via our exclusive scan below.

Omar Cruz - Source Magazine Feature (Source Magazine)

Remember that Omar Cruz now has a new MySpace URL, connect with him now at myspace.com/omarcruz.

Rud

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1163187094 - January 1, 1970 By : If you don't know that The Game's sophomore effort "Doctor's Advocate" is in stores this week then you have been living under a rock for the past few months.

Since the summer the buzz has been building, with the drama that has ensued since last year with the G-Unot campaign right up to the label issues with Aftermath, the street single "Its Okay (One Blood)" and its recent "Featuring Everybody" remix - it's all been publicity and promotion for "Doctor's Advocate."

Now although the Good Doctor himself is not involved with the project, rest assured The Game has delivered a good product with an array of beats and rhymes sure to give his fanbase and more something to embrace and discuss. Below we have the albums complete tracklist with some audio samples as well as the Albums Sampler created by dubcnn associate Adriano Dogg; if you still needed convincing to get a copy of the album then this should just push you down to the store on release day.

01) Lookin At You (Feat. Mac Minister) (Produced by Ervin EP Pope)
02) Da Shit (Produced by DJ Khalil)
03) It's Okay (One Blood) (Feat. Junior Reid) (Produced by Reefa)
04) Compton (Feat. Will.I.Am) (Produced by Will.I.Am)
05) Remedy (Produced by Just Blaze)
06) Let's Ride (Strip Club) (Produced by Scott Storch)
07) Too Much (Feat. Nate Dogg) (Produced by Scott Storch)
08) Wouldn't Get Far (Feat. Kanye West) (Produced by Kanye West)
09) Scream On Em (Feat. Swizz Beatz) (Produced by Swizz Beatz)
10) One Night (Produced by Nottz)
11) Doctor's Advocate (Feat. Busta Rhymes & Chauncey Black) (Produced by Jonathan "JR" Rotem)
12) Ol' English (Feat. Dion) (Produced by Hi-Tek)
13) California Vacation (Feat. Snoop Dogg & Xzibit) (Produced by Jonathan "JR" Rotem)
14) Bang (Feat. DPG) (Produced by Jelly Roll)
15) All Around The World (Feat. Jamie Foxx) (Produced by Mr.Porter)
16) Why You Hate The Game (Feat. Nas & Marsha of Floetry) (Produced by Just Blaze)

The Game - Doctor's Advocate (Album Sampler By Adriano Dogg)

We also have two Adriano Dogg remixes of The Game's official single "Let's Ride (Strip Club)" below, enjoy and feel free to email him with comments via AdrianoDogg@AdrianoDogg.com.

The Game - Let's Ride (Adriano Dogg Remix - Part 1)
The Game - Let's Ride (Adriano Dogg Remix - Part 2)

Enjoy the Album Sampler and remixes and ensure you support The Game this week when "Doctor's Advocate" hits stores in your area. The album's official U.S. release date is this Tuesday, 14 November.

Rud

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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**

Nima

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1163499052 - January 1, 1970 By : Since we introduced Diego Redd to our readers back in April of this year, things have really been happening for this talented Fresno artist.

When Kanye West called him "One of the hottest out of the west or all over the United States" he wasn't playing around, Diego Redd truly is a big talent with a big future. With this in mind dubcnn helped direct him towards the Cali Untouchable DJs own DJ Warrior to do a mixtape and really push the word on the streets.


Since the summer Diego Redd and his manager Hecktik have been working alongside DJ Warrior to create what can only be described as a classic street album/mixtape. The cover to the release can be seen in the update and the tracklist below with some exclusive preview tracks for those who haven't heard what Diego Redd is all about yet.

01) Intro
02) Power
03) California Girls
04) California Girls (Remix)
05) Kick Pusher
06) She Thinks (Co-Statting Ntrigue, Saint & Skeam)
07) Kevin Federline
08) Turnt Out (Produced By Needlz)
09) In The Deck
10) Minimum Wage (Produced By Hecktik)
11) Get It (Co-Starring Nucci Re-Yo)
12) Hot Boyz
13) First Class Flight (Ain't No Fun) (Co-Starring Supreme & Shake Da Mayor)
14) In The No (Co-Starring Mistah F.A.B) (Produced By Hecktik)
15) Where You At (Co-Starring PKT)
16) Eastside, Westside (Co-Starring Serius Jones) (Produced By Big Laz)
17) Emblem On The Hood (Co-Starring GLC) (Produced By SC)
18) Hold Me Down (Produced By Hecktik)
19) Outlaws (Co-Starring Saint) (Produced By Diego Redd)
20) Fresno (Produced By Coley Cole)
21) Rap Game (Produced By Hecktik)
22) Trade My Life (Produced By Hecktik)
23) Exit (Paid In Full)

Dubcnn are proud to be a part of this project and as such are releasing the mixtape for Paid Download in conjunction with DJ Warrior, Diego Redd and Hecktik Soprano for the incredible price of $4.99, the link to which is below. You can also follow the link from our Diego Redd Mixtape Download page.

Dubcnn, DJ Warrior & Hecktik Soprano Present: Diego Redd "Gettin Money, Gettin Paid" (Mixtape)

Alternatively to get yourself a CD copy of the release, head over to HipHopWest and support Diego Redd, this is a release not to be missed. For more on Diego Redd check out our Exclusive Interview and our On The Come Up article.

Rud

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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.

Rud

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1163775232 - January 1, 1970 By : Ice Cube, who is still on tour promoting his current release "Laugh Now, Cry Later" was overseas this month and stopped by Amsterdam for a show, the first time he had performed there in 13 years. At Club Paradiso was NoLimitIndo who has provided dubcnn with an exclusive show report and photos from the event.

The full report and all images can be seen below in our event gallery, remember to bookmark the Event Index for the latest dubcnn exclusive galleries of shows and events around the world.

Click here to check out the exclusive gallery feature

Our thanks go to NoLimitIndo and once again if there are shows in your area and you want to report on it and submit it to dubcnn, hit us up for consideration.

Rud

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1164032430 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Nik Bean is no stranger to dubcnn and our readers, over the past 18 months we have covered many of his various releases and today is no different. DJ Nik Bean has teamed up with Julio G (93.5 K-Day) L.A.'s most respected DJ/Radio personality to bring the second installement in his "The Streets Of L.A." mixtape series.

As usual the Mixtape features all new west coast exclusives and world premiers from The Game, Snoop Dogg, Glasses Malone, Xzibit, Bishop Lamont, Daz, Crooked I and plenty of other notables.

The first release was the well received "The Streets Of L.A.: Volume 1" which was hosted by Bishop Lamont, the cover to which can be seen here. Since then DJ Nik Bean has been putting together this anticpated release, we have the tracklist below as well as some exclusive audio from Dynamic Certified and Roccett.

01) Julio G Intro
02) Glasses Malone - Fuck Wit Me (Prod. by Mannie Fresh)
03) The Game - California Vacation (Feat. Snoop Dogg & Xzibit)
04) Crooked I - Straight Boss
05) Snoop Dogg - My Peoples
06) Julio G Speaks 1
07) Kaos Brought - The Shaw Part 2 (Feat. Kam & Big Syke)
08) Chino Xl - Tap Dance (Feat. Crooked I)
09) The Game - Compton (Feat. Will.I.Am)
10) Daz & Kurupt - Crusin' In My '64
11) Julio G Speaks 2
12) Snoop Dogg - Gangbangin 101 (Feat. The Game)
13) B.G. Knoccout - No Y'all Aint (Feat. Bishop Lamont, Young Dre, & Taje)
14) DJ Warrior & DJ Nik Bean 1
15) The Game - Soundscan (G-Unit Diss)
16) Roccett - Ride Wit a G
17) Crooked I - L.A. City
18) Western Union - Dub you (Feat. Kurupt)
19) Julio G Speaks 3
20) Bishop Lamont - Up & Down (Feat. Glasses Malone & Chevy Jones)
21) Mykestro - Where U Frum? (Feat. Glasses Malone)
22) Doggheadz - Street Lotto (Feat. Daz)
23) Ras Kass - Gayme Over (Game Diss)
24) Dynamic Certifed - Put em in They Place (Feat. Roccett)
25) Dj Nik Bean Hangs up on Zafar aka Dj Warrior
26) DJ Warrior & DJ Nik Bean 2

Enjoy the new music and ensure you head over to MixtapeBuzz to grab a copy of this new mixtape. For the latest on DJ Nik Bean stay tuned to dubcnn.

Rud

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1164033597 - January 1, 1970 By : Tomorrow marks the day that Snoop Dogg releases his long awaited eighth studio album, "The Blue Carpet Treatment." November 21st is the official U.S. release date for the album and we urge everyone to support Snoop Dogg and the westcoast again this week by picking up the album.

We have the tracklisting once again below, if you want the production credits, head over to our world famous section: The Vault or check the updates in our archives.


Below you can also listen to some tracks of the album as well as Adriano Dogg's "The Blue Carpet Treatment" Album Sampler, exclusive to dubcnn.

01) Intrology (Feat. George Clinton)
02) Think About It
03) Crazy (Feat. Nate Dogg)
04) Vato (Feat. B-Real)
06) That's That Shit (Feat. R. Kelly)
06) Candy (Feat. E-40, Tha Dogg Pound, MC Eiht & Goldie Loc)
07) Get A Light (Feat. Damian Marley)
08) Gangbangin' 101 (Feat. The Game)
09) Boss's Life (Feat. Akon)
10) L.A.X (Feat. Ice Cube)
11) 10 Lil' Crips
12) Round Here
13) A Bitch I Knew
14) Like This (Feat. Western Union, Latoiya Williams, Raul Midon)
15) Which One Of U (Feat. 9 Inch Dix)
16) I Wanna Fuck You (Feat. Akon)
17) Psst (Feat. Jamie Foxx)
18) Beat Up On Yo Pads
19) Don't Stop (Feat. Kam, MC Eiht, Goldie Loc & Kurupt)
20) Imagine (Feat. Dr.Dre & D'Angelo)
21) Conversations (Have To Talk With God) (Feat. Stevie Wonder)

Ensure you grab a copy of this release this week and for those of you that still need convincing we have both the current single's video for download as well as the aforementioned Album Sampler

Snoop Dogg - The Blue Carpet Treatment (Album Sampler)
Snoop Dogg - That's That (Feat. R. Kelly) (13MB, WMV)

Our thanks go to Adriano Dogg for the sampler, and just as you all did last week with The Game's album sampler, feel free to email him with comments via AdrianoDogg@AdrianoDogg.com. Stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on this and The Game's sophomore sales figures as well as much more from Snoop Dogg himself.

Rud

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1164131463 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Thirrzty was last featured on dubcnn earlier this year with the last installment of his "Westcoast Toast Switchtape" series. Since then he has been busy working on the Third edition of the set in conjunction with Daz and Kurupt of the DPG.

DJ Thirrzty is also an artist who goes under the name DayDay, his increasing network of artists has helped him better both his mixtape outlets as a DJ and of course as an artist himself. The tracklist below is what you can expect on the mixtape and with it is an exclusive advance of the tape courtesy of DJ Thirrzty and his team.

The advance copy is only 80 % complete and is purely as a taster for the final edition which will be released in December.

01) DayDay & Akos - Western Unity
02) Daz, Snoop & Kurupt - All I Need (G-Mixx) (Daz Drop)
03) Kurupt - I Git High Part 2 (Kurupt Drop)
04) Glasses Malone & Mannie Fresh - Fucc Wit' Me
05) Tha Game, Snoop, Kurupt, Daz, E-40, W.C, Crooked I & GlassesMalone - One Blood (Remix)
06) E-40 - Dumb-Hyphy
07) Tha Outlaw'z, DeadPrez & Stormey - Thuggin' On Tha Block
08) J.Valentine & E-40 - Church Girl
09) Daz, RickRoss & Jermaine Dupri - On Sum Real
10) Ice-T - Real Talk-It'z All Luv (IceBerg Drop)
11) Eastwood & E-40 - Bay 2 L.A
12) Compton's Most Wanted - Say Where U From
13) Chamillionaire, DJ Quik, The Game & Crooked I - Ridin' Dirty (WestCoast Remix - Thirrzty Edit)
14) Juice & Tha Game - Rollin'
15) South Central Cartel - Fucc 'Em (Thirrzty Edit)
16) Tha DoggPound & Snoop Dogg - Cali Iz Active (Daz Drop)
17) Shade Sheist, YoungBuck, N.U.N.E & Jay-Man - Pull Up, Git Out
18) Smigg Dirtee & Boog - 'N my lrg'z

DJ Thirrzty Presents - Tha Westcoast Toast Switchtape (Volume 3) [Advance]

Enjoy the exclusive advance and remember to stay tuned to dubcnn for the final edition as well as the latest from DJ Thirrzty. Ensure you support all the artists featured on the mixtape by purchasing all the various projects from each camp when they are released.

Rud

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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!

Nima

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1164831078 - January 1, 1970 By : An almost forgotten talent on the West Coast is 24 year old Westside Way, who was formerly known as Conway. After getting dropped from Motown/Universal 2 years ago, the Los Angeles rapper went back in the independent game and played the background role. But he didn't let the drop stop him as he continued to hustle and record music on a non-stop basis.

Dubcnn re-introduced the Hip Hop world to Conway back in March [see: The Return Of Conway!] and we followed up with another update earlier this month [see: New Exclusive Audio From Westside Way (aka Conway)]. As you can see, he's still at it while checking out these label deals on the table.

Dubcnn chopped it up with The Way to talk about his days on Motown, his unreleased album "How The West Was Won", leaving the label, his reaction after the drop, working on new projects, and much more. Hit the link to read the interview and to check out some exclusive tracks from Conway. Also be on the look out for an exclusive studio footage coming soon on Dubcnn.

Exclusive Interview with Westside Way (fka Conway)

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1164926084 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn recently spoke to Chingy to disucss his latest release Hoodstar that is currently in stores. We took time to talk about where his moniker originated, his artistic influences, working with DJ Quik, his upcoming Get It Boys project, what he does in his spare time and even take a moment to get Chingy's thoughts on Global Warming in this exclusive interview!

Click here to check out our exclusive interview with Chingy and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news on Chingy and Get It Boys!


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1165264469 - January 1, 1970 By : Daz & Kurupt aren't close to slowing down their release pace. Two group albums and each a solo in 2006, Tha Dogg Pound is currently putting the finishing touches on their upcoming independent project "Dogg Chit", which is set to drop in February of 2007.

With lots of Daz production, and guests including Snoop Dogg, Brotha Lynch Hung, Bad Azz, Glasses Malone, B.G. Knocc Out & Gangsta Dre'sta, The Game, Too $hort, RBX and Jayo Felony, the album is shaping up to be a real West Coast banger. To view the cover in full size, click on the picture.

Daz sent us a couple of audio previews over the weekend, including a full track from the album ("Everybody"), and 5 snippets. We also have the tracklisting available below, so to listen to the preview tracks, just check the tracklisting, and click on the highlighted links to listen.

01. Get Out My Way
02. I'll Bury Ya (Snippet)
03. Everybody (Full Version)
04. Anybodykilla Featuring The Game (Snippet)
05. More Murder
06. Vibe Wit A Pimp Featuring Snoop Dogg (Snippet)
07. Can't Get Enough Featuring Too Short (Snippet)
08. Thiz Gangsta Chit Iz Our'z
09. 1 N 1 Out
10. Where U From Featuring Bad Azz
11. Throw Ya Hood Up
12. Good Day
13. Pull Ya Draws Down Featuring Snoop Dogg
14. Blast On'm Featuring Brotha Lynch Hung (Snippet)
15. Bucc'm Featuring Snoop Dogg & RBX
16. Dat Aint My Baby
17. Blaze It Up Featuring G.Malone, Jayo Felony, B.G Knoccout, Dresta

"Dogg Chit" drops in February, make sure to check out the official website at thadoggpound.

Nima

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1165340680 - January 1, 1970 By : It's world premiere time! As previously announced, producer, artist and former Radio Executive Damizza is teaming up with the R&B master Butch Cassidy to release their joint venture Album "Back B-4 You're Lonely".

We've got a brand new exclusive from the album for you all to enjoy. This cut is called "View From The Top" and it features the future of Aftermath Records Bishop Lamont and the bright and shining future star of CTE West Roccett. The voice you hear on the hook is the lovely Vanessa Marquez.


Download the song below and enjoy it courtesy of Damizza & Butch Cassidy. A thank goes out to Dae One & Styles for the hook up.

Damizza - View From The Top (ft. Bishop Lamont, Roccett & Vanessa Marquez) (Prod. by Damizza)

Be on the lookout for the "Back B-4 You're Lonely" album dropping early 2007!

Nima

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1165828162 - January 1, 1970 By : Another day, another world premiere on Dubcnn. After hooking up with Meech Wells to bring you a bunch of Snoop Dogg exclusives, we got another special gift from the Top Dogg. This time around we linked up with Quazedelic and Josef Leimberg of the production team The Soundscannerz. The two producers hit up Snoop's lab a few months ago to record a song for "Tha Blue Carpet Treatment", but unfortunately it didn't make the album due to legal issues.

But Dubcnn is here to change that, because this song is just too damn good and smooth to leave it in the vaults. Just in time for the holiday season we present you this beautiful song called "Life" featuring The Emotions. Looking at this combination alone makes it a must check. Just like many other "Tha Blue Carpet Threatment" leftovers, this laid back cut would have fit the album perfectly. And the list of leftovers keeps getting longer...

As for the Soundscannerz, not only did they do a good job on this track here, but on all the other records they've produced this year. One of them is the new album from Saafir "Good Game: The Transition", but most notably the upcoming X-Clan album "Return From Mecca" coming January 30. Quazedelic produced 5 songs on that album and is also featured on 2 songs. X-Clan's album has more production and/or guest appearances from DJ Quik, RBX, DJ Khalil, Chali2na, KRS-One, and others. You can find a review for the album in the current issue of The Source Magazine (Xzibit cover).

As we previously reported, Quaze and Josef are also coming out with their own record "The Resume", due out January 30, 2007 [see: Quazedelic & Josef Leimberg Ready "The Resume"]. The album will be released on their Soundscannerz label with major distribution. After that you can expect the Soundscannerz debut LP featuring songs with Snoop, George Clinton, Redman, Dudley Perkins, Sa-Ra, Angie Stone, and many more.

But back to the song cause it's definitely time to let this one out. Hit the link to check out Snoop together with the fabulous Emotions. Hate it or love it, Dogg keeps getting that frontpage spot on Dubcnn! Shout outs to Quaze and Josef. Also look out for that exclusive Soundscannerz interview coming at you very soon.

Snoop Dogg Feat. The Emotions - Life (Prod. by The Soundscannerz)

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1166172299 - January 1, 1970 By : Delinquents member and Oakland originator has recently completed a new album to be released in the new year. The project; "Perfect Timin'", is his first project under the V-White/SMC Recordings imprint and is so-named because there truly is no better time for the sound of the Bay Area.

The album features production from Ant Banks, Traxamillion, E-A-Ski and Big Zeke and appearances by The Delinquents, Mistah F.A.B., Too Short, Casual of the Heiroglyphics, Ant Banks & V-White's crew The Neighborhood (Big Zeke, J-Lee, Playa Los, 2 Face, Chris Lockett & Alicia Ward).

Hailing from East Oakland, V-White personifies his hometown so much so that people say V-White is Oakland. When asked about the new release SMC Recordings Co-Founder Will Bronson stated; "It's important to us to represent the Bay Area as true to form as possible. Oakland has such a rich history, we knew we needed someone that was a direct reflection of that and when E-A-Ski brought up V's record, it was obvious he's the real deal and we had found our guy."

With that said, lets get on to the music and some more information on the release; below is the album tracklist as well as an incredible track called "Oakland" which features Casual, Eddie P, EA-Ski, Too Short, Ant Banks & The Neighborhood - check it out and leave feedback over at the forum.

01) Intro (Feat. Ansar)
02) We At It Again
03) This One Go
04) Where It Come From (Skit) (Feat. Ansar)
05) Oakland (Feat. Casual, Eddie P, EA-Ski, Too Short, Ant Banks & The Neighborhood)
06) Tell Me
07) Skyscraper (Feat. G-Stack Of The Delinquents & Mistah F.A.B.)
08) Good Work (Feat. The Neighborhood) (Big Zeke & Playa Los)
09) Be Born Wit It (Skit) (Feat. Ansar)
10) Cinco De Mayo
11) Maaarks (Skit) (Feat. Ansar)
12) Basics (Feat. Playa Los of The Neighborhood)
13) Respect The Game (Feat. Richie Rich)
14) Defeat (Feat. Mac Minister, Chris Lockett & 2Face of The Neighborhood)
15) Dame (Skit) (Feat. Dangerous Dame)
16) Intermission (Feat. Black Gold)
17) Yo Wife (Feat. The Neighborhood) (Big Zeke & Playa Los)
18) He Got Game (Feat. Big Zeke of The Neighborhood)
19) You Listening to It (Skit) (Feat. Ansar)
20) Mom's (Introducing A-Dubb of The Neighborhood)
21) Summetime (Feat. Mario of Dam Fools)
22) House Party (Feat. The Neighborhood) (Big Zeke, 2Face & J-Lee)
23) La La La (Feat. Otis & Shug)
24) What The Game Been Missin'
25) Blame It On The Drugs (Feat. The Neighborhood) (J-Lee, Big Zeke & Playa Los)
26) The Girl Next Door (A-Dubb of The Neighborhood)
27) Outro (Feat. Ansar)

The album is set to hit stores at the end of January via SMC Recordings, stay tuned to dubcnn for more news and audio on this release.

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1166173648 - January 1, 1970 By : Thizz Nation and SMC Recordings have aligned to bring together three major Bay Area artists for a collaboration project called "Da Bidness." PSD Tha Drivah, Keak Da Sneak and Messy Marv link up on this 18 track album and deliver nothing but heat.

The new release features appearences from E-40, Mistah F.A.B., San Quinn, Dubee aka Sugawolf, Turf Talk, Rick Rock, Mac Dre and more. The record is set to drop on February 13 2007.


To build up to its release PSD has released an 18 track mixtape for free download, available on his official MySpace page. Below we have the album's tracklist as well as two new tracks, the lead single "Cus Cus" and the first track on the album; "Reloaded."

01) Reloaded
02) Thick O' Thangz (Feat. Mistah F.A.B., San Quinn, Dubee aka Sugawolf and Turf Talk)
03) Yee!!!!!
04) If She Know Me She Owe Me
05) Cus Cus
06) Gumbo Pit (Feat. E-40)
07) Fakin It Aint Cool
08) Burdens Of His Youth
09) That Go (Keak Solo)
10) Hey Girl (Feat. San Quinn)
11) Cool Nigga Radio Hour (Skit) (Feat. Da Ovadose & Nef)
12) 2 Cool (Feat. 2Cool)
13) Cool Nigga (Feat. Rick Rock)
14) DeerFoot (Feat. Mistah F.A.B.)
15) Joseph Stalin (Feat J.Stalin) (Solo)
16) Bottom Bitch (Feat. Rydah J. Klyde)
17) Hoes (Feat. Mac Dre)
18) Eff Da World We Luv Furl (2 Step Remix) (Feat. Cutthoat Committee)

We will keep you updated on this release as well as all projects from PSD Tha Drivah, Keak Da Sneak and Messy Marv.

Rud

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1166436874 - January 1, 1970 By : With one week to go until Christmas, dubcnn has once again lined up with Meech Wells to present the first in a selection of festive treats for our readers.

Back in 2002 Meech Wells and the Doggystyle Records team were secretly working on a Christmas album that was scheduled for release that year. The whole Doggystyle Records roster worked on material for the album including Snoop Dogg, E-White, Latoiya Williams, Soopafly and Kokane.



The latter of that list, Kokane, worked on one track with Meech Wells and Quazedelic of The SoundScanners that was entitled; "Christmas In Tha Hood." The song also featured Snoop Dogg's brother Bing of the group Lifestyle.

Today we can proudly present this track courtesy of Meech Wells exclusive on dubcnn for our readers, download it, bump it and most of all enjoy it. Once again we have managed to secure another track that was left in the vaults and present it to you; unaltered, untagged - the way it was meant to be heard.

Kokane - Christmas In Tha Hood (Feat. Bing) (Produced By Meech Wells)

Drop in at our forum discussion thread to leave feedback on the track and even speak to Meech Wells himself. Stay tuned for the latest news on Meech Wells current projects right here on dubcnn and ensure you check out his MySpace page for more audio and news.

Also, as we earlier mentioned this is "the first in a selection of festive treats" - all we can say is that its another festive track that features two of the names that recorded for the Doggystyle Records Christmas album.

Rud

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1167030434 - January 1, 1970 By : Power 106 in Los Angeles is famous for its West Coast Wednesdays, and to take it to another level and end 2006 off in true style they have brought in DJ Skee & DJ Reflex to give out Christmas Presents.

The two DJ's are bringing gifts in the form of new and exclusive music. From 4-7pm this Wednesday, December 27th listeners will be treated to a one of a kind three hour special featuring world premieres and more from Power artists including The Game, Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, and much more mixed alongside west coast classics from 2 of L.A.'s biggest DJ's. Los Angeles, get your tape decks ready!

For the latest head over to Power 106, DJ Skee's MySpace and DJ Reflex's MySpace pages.

Rud

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1167512088 - January 1, 1970 By : Though he just released his last LP in September 2006, Pasadena, CA, native XL Middleton is already back with another full-length solo disc, "The Lost Tapes". This project will include some of XL's unreleased material, but in addition to that, "The Lost Tapes" contains several brand-new tracks recorded just for this album! As XL himself said simply, "It's just hard to stay out of the lab." Set for a February 7th, 2007 release date, two singles have already been leaked. The first, "Wonderful Day" (feat. Clinton Wayne & MP), is a slow, introspective track about overcoming life's obstacles and fighting one's own inner demons, a conceptual record the likes of which have not been seen in today's commercialized hip hop marketplace for some time now. The second single, "Coast Wit Me" (feat. Mista Mil), is a bouncy record with a tropical feel to it, a perfect song for those who like to party and indulge without the elitist excesses of nightclub life.

News image for post that links to larger image or outLink: "The Lost Tapes" is currently set to feature guest appearances from
Shade Sheist, Coolwadda (Chico & Coolwadda), Black Daniels, The Knucklheds, Mista Mil, Clinton Wayne, MP, and more. Check below for two tracks off "The Lost Tapes".

XL Middleton - "Wonderful Day" feat. Clinton Wayne & MP

XL Middleton - "Coast Wit Me" feat. Mista Mil

For more information on XL Middleton, check out www.crowncityentertainment.com

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1167826518 - January 1, 1970 By : Snoop Dogg's current single "That's That Shit" has the world singing along to R. Kelly's catchy hook, while the banging Nottz production is perfect to chill to but can still get a party going.

Nas decided to breathe some New York wisdom on the song, and recently remixed it, adding a verse of his. Dubcnn has the result available for you to check it out, listen below:

Snoop Dogg - That's That Shit (Remix) (ft. Nas & R. Kelly)

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1168252365 - January 1, 1970 By : Australian event group Ozcam Entertainment are presenting a Hip Hop show in February 2007 called HipHop's Most Wanted. The shows are scheduled to be in both Sydney & Brisbane and will feature acts including The DPG's Daz, Kurupt, RBX and Roscoe as well as Bone Thugs-N-Harmony.

Recent events scheduled in Australia are reported to have been unsuccessful in terms of ticket sales due to poor marketing and promotion of the events. Ozcam Entertainment are aiming to ensure the three shows are a great success and result in further tours being put together.

Our Australian readers who remember 2006's shows from DJ Muggs & GZA as part of their Grandmasters World Tour; can expect another great set of live music.

The first live event is in Brisbane at the Riverstage Brisbane on Wed 21 Feb 2007 at 07:00 PM. Click the link to book Brisbane Show Tickets. There are then two subsequent concerts in Sydney on Fri 23 Feb 2007 and Sat 24 Feb 2007; both at the Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre. Click the link to book Sydney Show Tickets.

If you live in these areas ensure you support the shows and for more information visit the official Ozcam Entertainment website.

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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.

Rud

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1168359751 - January 1, 1970 By : As the new year starts dubcnn continue's its mission to introduce new talent to the masses via its increasingly popular; "On The Come Up" articles. In this case we are ready to introduce Kitty, a female MC who has everything neccessary to be a factor on the coast.

When we first heard her in 2006 we were initially inclined to reveal her talents straight away. After much deliberation however we decided that the world was not ready and that 2007 was to be Kitty's year.


To learn more about Kitty, an MC who has already been under the guidance of The Eastsidaz, BattleCat, Fred Wreck, Suga Free and also Snoop Dogg, follow the link below to our "On The Come Up" article. In the article you can also sample three exclusive tracks including her planned lead single; "Stinky Face".

Dubcnn Presents: Kitty "On The Come Up"

We will keep you updated on Kitty, her debut album and all related information over the next 12 months, stay tuned!

Rud

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1168729216 - January 1, 1970 By : Pimp Hop Records is proud to announce the release of Bay Area rapper Starski's "Cop and Blow" EP. Starski exploded onto the Bay Area rap scene with "Car Shinin" feat. Mistah F.A.B. and is rockin' the block with his latest release, "Drunk Dialin"?.

The party rockin' flow of Starski blended with the heavy bass production he's known for make this release a must have for any serious rap fan. "Drunk Dialin" is featured on the new DJ Classic (Shadyville DJ's) mixtape "Streets Underground Vol. 4: The Art of War". "Cop and Blow" EP features collaborations with The Team on "So Turf" and "Honeybee" featuring A Plus from Hieroglyphics.

Pimp Hop Records is based in San Francisco, CA. CEO, Petey Pistolero noted "We want to launch the label with an artist who not only possesses a strong lyrical gift, but also equally shines as a producer. Starski is our franchise player, who we plan on building the label upon with a signature sound." Forever on the grind, Starski rides the momentum into 2007 with the filming of the "Drunk Dialin," video, live shows throughout the West Coast, and of course, more mix-tapes with the hottest regional DJ's.

Starski's debut full-length album, slated for an April 2007 release, will feature guest collaborations with The Team, Keak da Sneak, Casual and A Plus of The Hieroglyphics, Mistah FAB, Dem Hoodtstarz, Eighteen, Furious, Buccweet, and Novokane.

Dubcnn got one of the aforementioned tracks available for download, "So Turf" featuring The Team.

Starski - So Turf Feat. The Team

For more information hit up myspace.com/pimphoprecords

LilJay

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1169090822 - January 1, 1970 By : A little bit over a week ago, Clyde Carson's newest single "Two Step" premiered on radio stations across the Bay Area. The song generated a buzz in the streets and the internet, not only because of the hit potential, but because of the dope production which got people talking. Word got around fast that Dr. Dre was responsible for the beat, after people believed to have heard elements similar to Dre's production. Being who we are, Dubcnn had to step in to clear the rumors about Dre having any involvement in "Two Step". The actual man behind the boards is producer Neff-U.


Dubcnn spoke to Clyde Carson earlier this week to discuss the song and get the 411:

"My man Neff-U produced it. I've been hearing the rumors that Dre did it, but it's all good. That's just buzz you know?" Clyde told Dubcnn. "I don't know where that started, but it was Neff-U. He's been doing production for Dre though. It ain't gonna be a big name for me to work with you. Whoever got beats that sound good, I'ma pick that. It's the quality of the music that counts, that's why people think it's Dre, but at the end of the day it's Neff-U. As long as the beats sound good, you can be a nigga on the corner selling beats. I'ma come fuck with you! I ain't got no big name producers on the album, not one. The biggest name I got is Kwame. Everybody else is people I just met and just heard of." Clyde continued.

Now that we shed some light on the situation, you can go back and listen to "Two Step", because this heater is about to make a lot of noise in the near future. You can expect more radio and even video play for the song, as Clyde picked the song as the official first single from his upcoming album "Theatre Music", due out in June.

"The track ain't really got no hyphy sound to it, but our music never really had no hyphy sound" Clyde said about "Two Step". "My whole thing is, I always wanna make universal music. It really don't matter if it got a New York, Miami, Atlanta, Houston, L.A. sound. My goal when I got into the studio is to make a universal sound, not to make a regional sound. To make a sound that everyone and every region can feel. That's like a no-brainer. When you hear it, it just sounds good, you don't care. And "Two Step" just happened to sound like some L.A. shit, but it sounds good to every region. That's the main point." Clyde continued.

In addition to "Two Step", he also has a street single getting ready to drop which is not intended for radio play, as it's strictly for the streets. The track is called "Don't Get Your Hood Stomped Out", so be on the look out for the song as well as the accompanying video. Clyde then proceeded to talk about the guest appearances on "Theatre Music":

"As far as guest appearances, I got Wyclef. Wyclef is a good dude, he's humble. He just came in there and did it. It was an accident. I was recording in the studio and he just happened to come in my session. He heard the beat and just got on the track, it's like it felt into his hands. Other than Wyclef I got Game and Too Short. That's the only big names I got on there." Clyde told Dubcnn.

"Theatre Music" is shaping up to be one of the highlights of 2007. He's just one step away from making his mark in the industry and making Clyde Carson and Moe Doe a household name. The signing with Capitol Records and the recently arranged joint venture with The Game's Black Wall Street aren't hurting either. The future doesn't look too bad for the Oakland native. As you can see, he has a lot going on. Besides his music plans, he's also expanding with the "Hyphy Juice". Look for a new flavor coming out very soon.

Back to the "Two Step" song; don't worry if you slept on the track, Dubcnn has the song available for your listening pleasure (the song is also featured as one of the "Newest Joints" on top).

Clyde Carson - Two Step (Prod. by Neff-U)

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1169245204 - January 1, 1970 By : "I showed the trailer to my friends & everybody was laughing like a motherfucka. They thought it was real" - Too Short

"Gangsta Rap: The Glockumentary" will have its theatrical release Friday, March 2 on nearly two dozen screens in the L.A. area. The feature-length comedy is independently released by Ill Ville Films/Big Business.

Written and directed by Damon "Coke" Daniels, who co-wrote My Baby's Daddy with Eddie Griffin for Miramax, "Gangsta Rap: The Glockumentary" owes its street cred to Daniels' extensive turn in the world of hip hop, during which his group Madkap (Loud Records) toured with the likes of Notorious B.I.G, The Pharcyde, Twista, Common, The Alkaholiks and the Wu Tang Clan. Daniels also served as producer, alongside Craig Chapman, Chris Dreyer and Paul Stewart, who also handled the film's music supervision.

Shot in mockumentary style, with Daniels in the role as filmmaker, Gangsta Rap follows the flickering fortunes of Gangsta Rap, "the hardest group you've never heard of," a trio of old school, West Coast rappers: Murder Mike, Du Rag and DJ Ballistics. Despite run-ins with the law, shady dealings, numerous child custody cases, and a serious slide into irrelevance with the public, these self-proclaimed godfathers of gangsta rap are hell-bent on staging a comeback.

With fresh tracks such as "My Mamma's A Bitch" and "In My House Shoes," Gangsta Rap is angling to re-establish their supremacy. The group originally burst on the scene in the mid-eighties, virtually ruling the West Coast underground into the next decade. Following a slew of setbacks and some vicious in-fighting, the O.G.s put the past behind them to take one more stab at success.

The film features an ensemble cast of both real-life rappers and stand-up comedians, including Howie Bell (P. Diddy Presents...The Bad Boys of Comedy; Jamie Foxx's Laffapalooza), Gerald Johnson (aka, Slink Capone The Cutaluff, produced by Too Short), Schuylar Harvey, Leslie (aka Leslie Jones; HBO's Def Comedy Jam; Girlfriends; National Security) Tomy'a Bowden (The Steve Harvey Show; Dahmer), Clifton Powell (Ray; Woman, Thou Art Loosed) and Sam Maccarone, director of the recently released National Lampoon's TV: The Movie and also features cameos by rappers Too $hort and GLC.

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1169366264 - January 1, 1970 By : Yesterday we dropped a world exclusive from the group Custom Made, today we have a brand new solo track from Custom Made group member Element.

This new track is entitled "This Is A Man's World" and is a tribute to the late, great "Godfather of Soul" James Brown. The record is produced and mixed by OG DJ Ca$$ and as yet there is no word where the record will surface. We have the track for download below, enjoy it and help keep that buzz building.

Element - This Is A Man's World

For the latest on Element, DJ Ca$$ and the whole Custom Made crew stay tuned to dubcnn. Don't forget to check out yesterdays update for the new Custom Made record with Noni Spitz and Bad Lucc called "Down The Line".

Rud

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1169384851 - January 1, 1970 By : I'm sure most of you have had the experience of listening to an artist you're unfamiliar with, and he/she surprised the hell out of you. That's the reaction most people have had when they listened to Bay Area artist Shame's album "California", which was recently released to the internet for free download.

19 tracks of real talk, all but one produced by Shame himself, and all of that for free. You can't really ask for more. Those of you expecting a brainless Hyphy'd out album, be assured, Although the influence of the Bay Area's current sound is unmistakably noticable in Shame's music, his deep lyrics and sharp delivery create a fresh, unique sound.

For those of you who want to preview the music before download the whole album, I've uploaded two tracks from the album, which you can download below. The first one is the title track, a straight California anthem, which features XL Middleton. The second one, "What's Gangsta", is a song where Shame touches on violence in neighborhoods, and criticizes the glorified 'gangsta' image in today's Hip-Hop music.

Shame - California (ft. XL Middleton)
Shame - What's Gangsta

After hearing the two tracks, I'm sure you're convinced that the album is worth downloading, so go ahead and grab "California" below:

Shame - California (Full Album) (52MB, RAR)

Also make sure to hit up Shame's official MySpacep age at myspace.com/510shame.



Nima

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1169512529 - January 1, 1970 By : B.Y.I Entertainment, DJ Skee, and DJ Big Mike are looking for the hottest Latin emcee to be featured on Omar Cruz's next mixtape. Can you spit the country's hottest 16 bars and earn featured status on Omar Cruz's next mixtape?

The tape, hosted by DJ Skee and DJ Big Mike, will drop in early February with 50,000 copies circulating in all major cities. Your 16s will earn acclaim alongside lyrics from rap heavyweights from every 'hood. B.Y.I. Ent., Omar Cruz, and DJ Skee dropped "The Cruzifixion" which was reviewed by Scratch Magazine and assigned "HOOD/BARRIO" ratings, certifying it as one of the greatest mixtapes of 2006.

This mixtape likewise earned Omar Cruz a nomination for Best West Coast Mixtape Artist of the Year. In 2006 B.Y.I. Entertainment and Omar Cruz signed a major joint venture deal with rap heavyweight Interscope/Geffen Records. With his debut album scheduled for release mid-2007, Omar Cruz is shaking the block with his last mixtape before the official release.

"What better way to give a Latin emcee the opportunity to be heard than to feature him on my final mixtape before my album drops? Latino emcees have limited outlets to be heard. So it is only right for us to do this," asserts Cruz.

So we ask you again: Do you have the hottest 16 bars?

Prize:

You will be featured on 50,000 free copies of this mixtape!!!

Instructions:

Send your hottest 16 bars on a original or instrumental beat in MP3
format to Byimusic@aol.com

Only 1 submission please.

Please only send your best quality MP3 to be properly judged.

You will be judged by B.Y.I. Ent., DJ Skee, DJ Big Mike, and Omar Cruz.

Deadline: All MP3's must be submitted by Sunday Jan. 28th 2007 12:00 a.m. PST

Winner will be announced Jan. 30th on Omar Cruz's myspace page.
myspace.com/omarcruz

For more info, questions, and exclusive news on the mixtape, message
Omar Cruz at myspace.com/omarcruz

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1169515380 - January 1, 1970 By : "Who's Rell Dert"? "He's that MC who's killin' everybody's flow on the streets". That is what people began to say about him not too long ago in the Bay Area. You might have seen the promotional banners running on Dubcnn last year. And today we'd like to officially introduce you to Rell Dert with the complete package.

The 26-year-old Rell Dert was born in East Palo Alto and moved all over the Bay and Philly before he found a new home in South San Francisco's notorious Cypress Park area. Rell started off with his first rap group L.A.S. (Lyrical Assault Squad) in the 90's, and later followed up with shows and battles. So from all this, his name started to spread by word of mouth.

Rell has a wide range of influences: from Big L, Rakim, and Big Daddy Kane to Michael Jackson, Jimmy Hendrix and Luther Vandross. You can tell in his music he has been well seasoned by many genres of music. Rell Dert speaks the truth on each and every beat he lays his vocals over. His songs vary from just speaking about plain life in general to, "Hood Shit" and going hard. Rell captures all life in the simple touch of pen to paper.

To showcase Rell's skills with the pen, Dubcnn has two tracks available for your listening pleasure. They are taken from his upcoming album "Derty Werk", due out March 6th on CTDC Records. You might have heard the lead single "Double Fisted" getting spins on radio stations in the Bay. The second track we got is called "Cut Back" and it features Keak Da Sneak & R-Kayne on a verse each. Both were produced by TB, CEO of CTDC.

Rell Dert - Double Fisted
Rell Dert - Cut Back Feat. Keak Da Sneak & R-Kayne

You can check out more on Rell Dert and CTDC @ myspace.com/relldert & myspace.com/ctdcrecords.

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1169551276 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Skee is back with his first mixtape of 2007 and is coming out swinging! A mixtape that as been in the works for several months and is now finally completed, to the relief of fans worldwide, is Ya Boy's "Chapter 1: The Rise".

The mixtape was officialy released yesterday and will, over the course of this week, spread to more outlets nationwide and of course be available to order online. The response already has been immense with many trying to get their hands on it and those that have hailing it as another great release from this incredibly talented youngster.

We have three audio tracks from the new mixtape/street album for exclusive download courtesy of Ya Boy and DJ Skee; the already acclaimed "Intro" as well as a cut that features Jin "Down So Long" and a track called "Cannon" which features Malika.

Ya Boy - Intro
Ya Boy - Cannon (Feat. Malika)
Ya Boy - Down So Long (Feat. Jin)

Enjoy the tracks and make sure you grab that mixtape now in your local stores or stay tuned to Ya Boy's MySpace pages for online purchase. In related news DJ Skee is currently finishing up the long awaited "YouKnowWhatItIs Volume 4" with The Game, the hightly anticpated "N****r Noise" mixtape from Bishop Lamont and "The Coast Guard" with Topic & DJ Kay Slay, Omar Cruz & DJ Big Mike.

We will keep you up to date on all this new material and of course Ya Boy's news and material as the year progresses.

Rud

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1169643787 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn has lined up yet another exclusive contest. This time we have joined forces with Thizz Nation & SMC Recordings to present an exclusive contest to celebrate the upcoming release of the PSD, Keak Da Sneak & Messy Marv collaboration project we recently updated you on entitled; "Da Bidness".

The new album, which features appearances from E-40, Mistah F.A.B., San Quinn, Dubee aka Sugawolf, Turf Talk, Rick Rock, Mac Dre and more, is set to drop on February 13 2007.


This contest features three tiers of prize packs which include prizes of Mac Dre Shoes, "Thizz Or Die" T-Shirt's, copies of both Treal TV 1 & 2 (DVD's), 3 SMC title packs (San Quinn, Bullys Wit Fullys, Dem HoodStarz) & 3 Thizz Nation Title pages (Mistah F.A.B., Best Of Mac Dre, PSD Tha Drivah) plus multiple autographed copies of "Da Bidness" by Keak Da Sneak, PSD Tha Drivah & Messy Marv. Images of all prizes can be seen on the contest page

To have a chance of winning one of these fantastic exclusive prize packs all you have to do to is answer the questions within the contest page that is linked below.

Dubcnn Presents - "Da Bidness" / SMC Recordings / Thizz (Contest)

Don't miss this incredible chance to get your hands on an array of amazing prize packs, courtesy of Thizz Nation, SMC Recordings and Dubcnn. Ensure you also go out and support Keak Da Sneak, PSD Tha Drivah & Messy Marv when "Da Bidness" hits stores on February 13 2007.

Rud

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1170103851 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back with some fresh Yay Area shit for your ears! DJ Dizzy and DJ Doc Boogie have once more linked up to bring you "Scrapers, Paper & Yerple", a brand new mixtape featuring 29 tracks full of Bay flavor from all corners. The mixtape is hosted by Prophet, and features exclusives and current tracks from the likes of Ya Boy, San Quinn, Frontline, The Pack, Rappin' 4-Tay, Mistah F.A.B., Federation, Zion I, E-40, Clyde Carson, Richie Rich and Keak Da Sneak.

You can download the entire mixtape for free by clicking below:

DJ Dizzy & DJ Doc Boogie - Scrapers, Paper & Yerple (Hosted by Prophet) (105MB, RAR)

For those of you who'd like to preview a few tracks before downloading, click on the highlighted links in the tracklisting below to listen to a few songs. Make sure to check out the Frontline & E-A Ski song "The Truth", which is off the hook.

01. Prophet-Dj Doc Boogie Freestyle (Reebok Beat)
02. The Pack-Candy
03. Ya Boy-Stand Up
04. San Quinn-Bring Game To The Table
05. Frontline Ft E-A Ski-The Truth
06. Prophet Ft Killa Klump-Heavy Chevy
07. Beeda Weeda-We Aint Listening
08. Kaz Kyzah Ft San Quinn & Hoostarz-Money
09. Kandyce Ft San Quinn-My Sexy
10. Prophet-Sour Diesel
11. Jon Nash Ft Clyde Carson-Tonight
12. Mac Mall Ft Goapele-The One
13. Vital-They Gonna Hate Me
14. Beeda Weeda-Stupid As Can Be
15. Keak Da Sneak-That Go
16. Mak & AK-You Should Know That
17. Richie Rich Ft Clyde Carson-Aint You That Nigga
18. Prophet-Bang Out
19. Black C-Like Ya Birthday
20. Selau Ft Goldie Gold-A Man That Goes
21. Frontline-When You Want It
22. Eddie Projectz Ft Too Short & Mistah FAB-On Like Me (Remix)
23. Dj Shadow & E40-Dat'z My Part
24. Zion I Ft Mac Dre-Roll On Out
25. San Quinn Ft Hoodstarz-Go
26. Mistah FAB-Ghost Ride It
27. The Pack-Im Shinin
28. Federation-Get Naked U Beezy
29. Rappin 4 Tay-Charger

Also check out the DJ's myspaces here: DJ Doc Boogie | DJ Dizzy

Nima

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1170166917 - January 1, 1970 By : Today makes the sixth anniversary of the opening of our West Coast Connection forum; dubcc.com.

For those that don't know Dubcnn was created off the back of the then already successful West Coast Connection forum in 2002. The forum, which opened officially in its new home on January 30 2001, has undergone an array of transitions within that period including a forum split, a name change and countless new servers and hosts - however one thing has remained constant; a strong community of both members and readers passionately discussing music and life everyday for the past six years.

With the creation of Dubcnn, the forum has seen growth in members and readership with almost 14,000 members and well over 1 million page views monthly. We boast a community of regular posters as well as guest readers due to the non-member viewing policy. We aim to continue to grow the forum and ensure our readers and the community get the best possible online experience from the site. If you haven't already we urge you to sign up at the forum to benefit from a host of member-only features including posting rights and much more.

Finally we want to thank all our members for your continued support, especially our long-standing posters and people that keep the community going. Thanks also to our thousands of guest readers and site supporters from across the world, spread the word and ensure people know where to come for the best in Hip-Hop news, media and discussion.

Rud

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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.

Rud

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1170256719 - January 1, 1970 By : With the recent release of the latest N.W.A "Best Of" album from EMI/Priority Records hitting the streets we have combined with the label to provide an exclusive contest for our readers.

The new album "Best of N.W.A: The Strength of Street Knowledge" was released on December 26th and is a commemorative career-spanning collection, in CD and CD/DVD packages. The CD includes 17 of N.W.A’s tracks re-mastered, while the deluxe edition CD/DVD contains more than two hours of N.W.A's best tracks, music videos and unreleased interview footage.

With many of today's artists citing N.W.A as factors in their influence and artistic development the CD includes both fan favourites and recognised classic material including; "Straight Outta Compton," "F**k Tha Police," "8-Ball," "Express Yourself," as well as "100 Miles And Runnin'," "Boyz-N-The Hood," "If It Ain't Ruff" and even the most recent N.W.A record "Chin Check." For the first time in N.W.A's history the CD was also released with an array of ringtones encompassing 35 clips of their music.

We have 5 copies of the new album for giveaway and all you have to do to stand a chance of winning is click the link below to check out our exclusive contest page.

Dubcnn Presents: N.W.A. - The Best of N.W.A: Strength Of Street Knowledge (Contest)

For those that can't wait and want to grab this CD now, head to your local record store who will have copies available; we recommend the CD/DVD version! For more news and information make sure you check out the official N.W.A MySpace page.

Rud

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1170459949 - January 1, 1970 By : We got some new music from G-Unit recording artist Spider Loc, off the upcoming "Paroled" movie soundtrack, which starrs Spider himself, Master P and Cendric Thomas. The first song is called "First Love" and features Ras Kass, Kartoon (Ruff Ryders), Snoopy Blue, Smurf & Piper, grab it below:

Spider Loc - First Love (ft. Ras Kass, Kartoon, Snoopy Blue, Smurf & Piper)

The next song, "Blutiful World", is all about the color blue, and features Snoopy Blue on a verse.

They also recently shot a video to this song in South Central, with a cameo appearance from 50 Cent. Download the song below:

Spider Loc - Blutiful World (ft. Snoopy Blue)

Shouts out to Crash and indastreets.net.

Nima

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1170608204 - January 1, 1970 By : Last year the Hip-Hop world took note and praised the efforts of The Game for his mammoth "One Blood Remix" featuring the majority of today's relevant Hip-Hop artists [see; The Game "One Blood" Remix [Audio]] - however what we have for you today is nothing short of historic.

Nas, currently riding the wave of success that his latest album "Hip Hop Is Dead" is having, took time to track down what can only be described as a "Whose Who" of artists that have effectively fallen off the mainstream Hip-Hop radar - effectively the MC's that that majority of us grew up on.

The aptly titled "Where Are They Now" series has, so far, spawned three recently released tracks; an 80's mix, a 90s mix and a Westcoast mix. All three are of the highest quality both musically and lyrically and will have you all in awe.

Nas - Where Are They Now (80's Remix) (Feat. MC Shan, Raheem (Furious Five), Doctor Ice (UTFO), Kangol (UTFO), Kool Moe Dee, Sha Rock (Funky Four +1), Tito (Fearless Four), Grandmaster Caz (Cold Crush Brothers), Lique (Isis of X Clan), Dana Dane, Pebblee Poo & Just Ice)

Nas - Where Are They Now (90's Remix) (Feat. Redhead Kingpin, Rob Base, Original Spinderella, Father MC, Monie Love, Mike Gee (Jungle Brothers), E-S-T (3XDope), Dres (Black Sheep), Das Efx, DoItAll (Lords of the Underground), Chip-Fu (Fu-Schnickens) and Positive K)

Nas - Where Are They Now (West Coast Remix) (Feat. Breeze, Kam, King Tee, Candyman, Threat, Ice-T, Sir Mix-A-Lot and the Conscious Daughters - scratches from DJ Bobcat)

At the start of the Westcoast Remix Nas poses the question; "Is Hip-Hop Dead or still alive?" - after these Nas we can only say that as long as these MC's are breathing and have the ability to spit - it certainly isnt dead.

Stay tuned to dubcnn as we hear there are possibly another three tracks of this ilk in the pipeline for imminent release.

Rud

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1170620550 - January 1, 1970 By : We last reported on Westside Bugg's long awaited debut album "The Roach Motel" a few months ago, when we premiered the song "Informant", which features Jayo Felony, as well as the video.

In the meanwhile, Bugg released a mixtape/street album called "Bugg Sprayz", which featured Mobb Deep, Kurupt, Ras Kass, 40 Glocc, Jayo Felony & Bushwick Bill. For those of you missed out on the mixtape, we have uploaded a song called "Sunday, Monday", download it below:

Westside Bugg - Sunday, Monday

Let's get back to the album though! "Roach Motel" will be in stores this Tuesday, February 6th, coming out on Native Records/Fontana/Universal. The production was handled by Bugg himself, with additional beats by Blaqthoven and J Steez. Guests include Bad Azz, Sly Boogy, Jayo Felony, Kurupt, 40 Glocc, Ras Kass, Layzie Bone, Dirty Birdy & Suga Free. Now if that's not a West Coast'd out lineup, I don't know what is!

In usual dubcnn manner, we have readied a few preview songs for ya'll. The first one is called "Gimme Dap", and is a laid back heater featuring Dirty Birdy. Check it out below:

Westside Bugg - Gimme Dap (ft. Dirty Birdy)

The next song is a Bugg solo called "Everybdy Knows", another banger! Get it below:

Westside Bugg - Everybody Knows

And for those who missed the single "Informant", make sure to check it out below, along with the video:

Westside Bugg - Informant (ft. Jayo Felony): Audio | Video

To push the release, Bugg will be embarking on a tour starting Tuesday until mid-March, where he will be hitting L.A., San Bernardino, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Fresno, Salt Late City, Phoenix, El Paso, Dallas, Houston, Oaklahoma, Tulsa, Little Rock & Memphis. Check your local area for the exact dates, or simply hit up W.S. Bugg on MySpace at www.myspace.com/yaboybugg.

The full tracklisting to "The Roach Motel" is below:

01. Intro
02. Informant (feat. Jayo Felony)
03. P Drop (feat. Kurupt)
04. I'm Feelin' You (feat. Bad Azz)
05. Blockin'
06. 909 streetz (feat. Sly Boogy)
07. Ras Kass Skit
08. The Business (feat. Ras Kass & 40 Glocc)
09. Run It (feat. Layzie Bone)
10. Hustlin'
11. Shorty
12. Everybody Knows
13. Hood Or Nothing (feat. Kurupt)
14. Gimme Dap (feat. Dirty Birdy)
15. On Point (feat. Suga Free & 40 Glocc)
16. He's Commin'
17. Thugg In Me
18. Don't Look Back
19. Outro

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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.

Rud

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1171043838 - January 1, 1970 By : Born and raised in South Central Los Angeles, Baldy exploded on to the hip hop scene in the early 90’s when he connected with cross-town rivals “New Breed of Hustlers” of Riverside, California. There he began producing for Mobstyle Records connecting with childhood friend and platinum producer Meech Wells.

In the words of Baldy, “Me and Meech were always cool, we lived in the same neighborhood and knew each other, but we never actually worked together until Mobstyle. They had their own commercial studio and I was able to hone my production skills and learn some tricks of the trade from him”.

Baldy later moved to Vancouver to mix down his debut solo album “9991” and ended up opening his own independent record company, Hard Tymez Records. After receiving radio and sales success with a string of 5 albums, the label came to a halt for personal reasons.

Baldy then returned to LA, where he reunited with Wells who was working on numerous other projects including Wells’ first solo album “The Cure”.

“Meech was working on his record and he asked if I wanted in; there was no question” claims Baldy. “He was workin’ with The Game, Freeway, Bad Azz, Kokane, Drastik, Rob Dog and others so it was phat.”

Meech signed Baldy as a producer to his production company “In a Zone”. And in his spare time while working with Meech, Baldy began work on his new solo album “Overtime”, which Meech Wells subsequently executive produced along with Mr Cas from New Breed of Hustlas.

Baldy then returned to Vancouver to put the finishing touches on his album and hook up with some more artists. With tight production and a definite West Coast feel “Overtime” has it all; the personal songs, the conscious songs, the club bangers, and the smoke songs. Be on the look out for “Overtime” soon, and check the tracklist below.

1. Boogie
2. F***in’ Wit
3. Playaz
4. Smile
5. Fedy
6. Ghetto Song
7. Baby Mama Drama
8. Sara
9. Round and Round
10. Work It
11. Break U Off II (Produced By Meech Wells)
12. Head Shots (Produced By Meech Wells)
13. He’z Seldom Seen
14. Lock and Load
15. Drowning
16. Weed Break
17. LA 2 BC
18. Fealingz

As said above the album is executive produced by Meech Wells & Mr Cas from New Breed of Hustlas. Be on the lookout for “Overtime” soon. In the meantime, check out Baldy on his Myspace for more info and some other tracks off "Overtime".

Adon

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1171105445 - January 1, 1970 By : Last week we premiered a track from Element called This Is A Man's World, a cut produced by OG DJ Ca$$ .

Today we have a new track from the acclaimed producer, this time from the up and coming artist Akadimik. Akadimik is an artist from Los Angeles who has been slowly building a buzz over recent years doing shows and releasing mixtapes, including the 2005 release "Los Angeles Times Mixtape Vol 1" and the recent "Grownman Music" to the streets.


Akadimik is currently finishing up his debut street album; "The Wake Up Call," for a mid March release. The album will feature all new production from DJ Ca$$, Dae One, F-Major, C-Sharp and many more. We have the latest cut from this release, the DJ Ca$$ production, called "Doin' Whatta Gotta Do" for download below

Akadimik - Doin' Whatta Gotta Do (Prod. & Mixed By DJ CA$$)

For the latest on Akadimik ensure visit his MySpace page and remember you can catch the latest DJ Ca$$ music and news right here on dubcnn.

Rud

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1171353913 - January 1, 1970 By : At the end of January we announced the current release schedule for Angeles Records for 2007. The buzz generated from that one update about the label and the material that is set to be released was immense, [see; Angeles Records Plan 2007: Muggs, Self Scientific

Another announced project from Angeles Records is the DJ Muggs Vs GZA "Grandmasters Remix Album" which is now due for release on March 6. The critically acclaimed "Grandmasters" album saw DJ Muggs and GZA tour across the world and as such the new album is packaged with a "World Tour DVD."

The DVD will feature the making of the album and world tour footage from Russia, Australia, and the US tours as well as behind the scenes footage all of which will be set to the music from the original "Grandmasters" album.

The "Grandmasters Remix Album" itself will have 12 original remixes by some of the hottest producers in the game and continue right where the original left off.

As ever you can expect dubcnn to bring you news and audio from all these releases as well as a host of exclusive and detailed interviews with the artists and producers. Until then you can visit the official Soul Assassins page, the Angeles Records website and their MySpace page.

Rud

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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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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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1171542040 - January 1, 1970 By : Earlier last year, Dubcnn had the chance to introduce the viewers to Grown Mo The young South Central rapper quickly build a buzz with his catchy and creative style and strong dedication. He also recently starred in the "Gridiron Gang" movie, branching out into the acting world.

We're here to talk about the music though, and Grown Mo has released his latest mixtape "So Serious Vol 2", which is being put out in conjunction with DJ Dow Jones. The 28 track mixtape which features a host of big names is designed to showcase the smooth versatile talent of Grown Mo.

We have two tracks from the mixtape avaialable for download, get them below:

Grown Mo - Leanin' (Prod. by Deep H2OZ)
Grown Mo - The Man (Prod. by Deep H2OZ)

Check out the tracklisting below:

1.So Serious Vol.2 Intro – Grown Mo + Dow Jones
2.Get Mine – Grown Mo (Produced by Deep H2OZ)
3.More, More, More – Ludacris & Jadakiss
4.Ridin Slow – Southwest Click
5.One Blood Remix – Grown Mo
6.One Blood Remix – Mitchy Slick
7.NY, NY – Lloyd Banks + Tony Yayo
8.LA Niggaz – Grown Mo + 50 Cent
9.Blutiful World – Spider Loc + Piper
10.Damn, Nigga, Damn – UTP
11.The Man – Grown Mo (Produced by Deep H2OZ)
12.The Man Remix – 151
13.On My Shit – The Clipse
14.Coldest Nigga Out – Mitchy Slick
15.Keep It Pushin – Grown Mo (Produced by Key)
16.Flashlight – 40 Glocc + Ras Kass + Alchemist
17.Freestyle – Ya Boy
18. 7 & 3/8 – Grown Mo (Produced by Deep H2OZ)
19.Up & Down – Bishop Lamont + G. Malone
20.Leanin – Grown Mo (Produced by Deep H2OZ)
21.Wait – Grown Mo (Produced by Freddy P)
22.Got Me Goin – J. Wells + Knocturnal
23.AAAYYY!!! – Grown Mo (Produced by Deep H2OZ)
24.I Love It – Young Jeezy
25.Swag – Grown Mo + Java (Produced by Key)
26.Westside – Grown Mo + Prophet + K-Bristo (Produced by Klip)
27.Life's A Movie – Grown Mo (Produced by Deep H2OZ)
28.Outro

Fans in the Los Angeles area can catch Grown Mo performing along side of the Snowman Cliq at club Hypnotic in Glendale, CA on Friday Feb 23rd. Speaking of the Snowman Cliq, they will be on the cover of the new LA Weekly Issue which hits newsstands Thursday. You can head over now to www.laweekly.com and check out the article, and the cover it's called "The New Grind".

Nima

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1171583388 - 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 and KRS-One, and produced by Rick Rubin, will be available on February 20th on iTunes.

Twenty-five years ago NIKE released the Air Force 1 to satisfy the demands of the most uncompromising and forceful players in the game of basketball. In 1982, the Air Force 1 became the first basketball shoe to feature NIKE Air technology. The comfort and protective qualities of the AF1 changed the game forever and created a platform that launched NIKE's long-running legacy in performance basketball.

Embraced and revered by the basketball community the Air Force 1's impact was felt way beyond its hard court roots. The shoe had something unique about it and was embraced as quickly off the court as it was on. The urban street culture that gave birth to this music scene is the same culture that has supported the Air Force 1 from its inception. In 2006, NIKE commemorated the Air Force 1's 25th anniversary. As part of these celebrations, NIKE commissioned a stellar cast of artists to record an original track that pays homage to the perseverance of the AF1 and the community that has championed it.

A remix of the track by DJ Premier and featuring the addition of Rakim, titled "Classic (Better Than I've Ever Been DJ Premier Remix)" will also be available on iTunes for purchase. The tracks will be sold individually and all NIKE and artist proceeds from the sale of the track will be donated to the "NIKE Youth Sport for Change Fund," to support youth programs that use sport as a catalyst for change.

Track 1: "Better Than I've Ever Been" featuring Kanye West, Nas & KRS-One & produced by Rick Rubin (Windows)

Track 1: "Better Than I've Ever Been" featuring Kanye West, Nas & KRS-One & produced by Rick Rubin (Real)

Track 2: "Classic (Better Than I've Ever Been DJ Premier Remix)" featuring Kanye West, Nas, KRS-One & Rakim (Windows)

Track 2: "Classic (Better Than I've Ever Been DJ Premier Remix)" featuring Kanye West, Nas, KRS-One & Rakim (Real)

All NIKE and artist proceeds will be donated to the "NIKE Youth Sport for Change Fund," to support youth programs that use sport as a catalyst for change throughout the world. This fund will be administered by Charities Aid Foundation America (www.cafamerica.org).


JustinL

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1171621317 - January 1, 1970 By : Bad Boy Records has announced the upcoming release of the Notorious B.I.G.'s long awaited "Greatest Hits" collection. The 16-track compilation honoring the extraordinary life and career of the late, great hip-hop legend will hit stores on March 6th.

The album features tracks spanning the one-and-only Biggie Smalls's prolific yet all-too-brief career will also contain two previously unreleased cuts - "Running Your Mouth" and "Want That Old Thing Back."


The Notorious B.I.G.'s "Greatest Hits" commemorates what is unquestionably one of hip-hop's most remarkable bodies of work, gathering together such iconic classics as "Juicy," "One More Chance," "Big Poppa," "Notorious Thugs," "Ten Crack Commandments," "Dead Wrong," and the #1 smash, "Hypnotize."

"Christopher Wallace was more than an artist, he was my friend. The Notorious B.I.G., as most knew him, was a rapper, a story teller, and a prolific poet. However, many didn't have a chance to see the Father, Husband, and Man that I knew. Through his words, persona, life, and music, he was able to open doors and create opportunities for Hip-Hop as a whole. I wanted to celebrate his legacy, life, and work as we mourn his senseless death 10 years ago. The release of 'Greatest Hits' makes it clear to the world why the Notorious B.I.G is the greatest rapper of all time," explains Bad Boy CEO Sean "Diddy" Combs.

Bad Boy Executive VP and General Manager Harve Pierre continued; "It's time to celebrate the legacy of the Best that ever did it. We realize just how connected fans remain to his classic work and wanted to issue a 'Greatest Hits' to celebrate the life of Christopher Wallace. We'll always love Big Poppa and are forever thankful for what he has done for the Bad Boy family and Hip-Hop culture."

The release of the Notorious B.I.G.'s "Greatest Hits" will mark the 10th anniversary of the Brooklyn-born-and-bred rapper's untimely passing, on March 9, 1997. The compilation follows the RIAA platinum-certified "Duets: The Final Chapter" which debuted at #3 on the Billboard 200 upon its December 2005 release.

Notorious B.I.G.'s "Greatest Hits" Tracklisting

01) Juicy
02) Big Poppa
03) Hypnotize
04) One More Chance (Remix)
05) Get Money
06) Warning
07) Dead Wrong
08) Who Shot Ya
09) Ten Crack Commandments
10) Notorious Thugs
11) Notorious BIG
12) Nasty Girl
13) Unbelievable
14) Niggaz Bleed
15) Running Your Mouth (Previously Unreleased)
16) Want That Old Thing Back (Previously Unreleased)
17) Fuckin' You Tonite

Ensure you head out and grab the new release when it hits stores on March 6, 2007.

Rud

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1172251803 - January 1, 1970 By : As promised when we dropped our exclusive interview with The Lady Of Rage, we're back with some new music from her upcoming project "Verbal Abuse". The first track is called "Worldwide", which was produced by Mel-Man. That's right, Mel-Man is back! Check out the song below:

The Lady Of Rage - Worldwide (Prod. by Mel-Man)

The second one features Kurupt, his soon-to-be wife Gail Gotti, and to top it off, Butch Cassidy. Listen to the song below:

The Lady Of Rage - G-Shit (ft. Butch Cassidy, Kurupt & Gail Gotti)

Be on the lookout for "Verbal Abuse" coming later this year, and incase you haven't yet, make sure to check out our exclusive in-depth interview with Rage by clicking here.

Nima

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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.

JustinL

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1172648106 - January 1, 1970 By : Since 2003 Rock The Bells, presented by Guerilla Union, has established itself as a world-class hip-hop platform by hosting legendary live performances by Nas, A Tribe Called Quest, Lauryn Hill, Blackstarr (Talib Kweli and Mos Def), Cuban Linx, De La Soul, Busta Rhymes, Cypress Hill and Jurassic 5 as well as reuniting Wu-Tang for their last performance with ODB in 2004.

This year, the festival will continue in its tradition of showcasing the very best the genre has to offer.


Having made history in 2004 with the reunion of both the Wu-Tang Clan and A Tribe Called Quest the Guerilla Union group have announced that this year they are reuniting the legendedary Rage Against The Machine for this years Rock The Bells festival. The group will play three exclusive engagements with the critically acclaimed world-class hip-hop festival this summer. The epic line-up will see Rage Against The Machine join Wu-Tang Clan for two dates on the west coast - August 11 at the NOS Events Center, San Bernardino, CA and on August 18 at a venue yet to be announced within San Francisco as well as the Rock The Bells inaugural venture into New York City which this year will be on July 28 at Randall’s Island - their only scheduled appearance on the eastern seaboard this year. The Wu-Tang Clan will support the release of their forthcoming album "8 Diagrams."

"It’s definitely our fans’ dream billing. It’s a tremendous honor to have Rage Against The Machine and Wu-Tang Clan perform together," event organizer Chang Weisberg of Guerilla Union explained. "I can’t wait to announce the rest of the line-up for Rock the Bells. It’s incredibly important to put some shine on quality Hip Hop. The opportunity to galvanize the social and political consciousness of these groups is undeniable."

The complete line-up will be unveiled on March 26th and tickets will go on-sale from March 31st at 10:00am. For complete details and more information ensure you check out the official Guerilla Union site, the Rock The Bells site or the tours MySpace page. We will have more news and exclusive features regarding these events, including next months Paid Dues festival, over the coming weeks.

Rud

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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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1173003443 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn has, once again, done something very few outlets can - we got Young Buck back in the interview hot seat [last inteview in October 2006 with 50 Cent] - this time though we recruited L.A's own, CTE signed, rising star Roccett to pose the questions on our behalf.

In this world exclusive Video Interview we got the low-down on his long awaited sophomore album "Buck The World," got the truth on recent delays and push backs, discuss his collaborations on the release and even get his verdict on the 50 Cent & Cam'ron beef - in fact live in the interview he calls Jim Jones.

Young Buck also tells us about signing C-BO & Tha Outlawz to his own imprint Cashville Records, gives his thoughts on the "Hip Hop Is Dead" issue and also tells youngsters to "P.U.S.H." in this world exclusive interview. Check below to go to the interview page where you can read, or stream and download the video footage.

Young Buck Interview (March 2007)

Our thanks go out to both Young Buck for taking the time out to speak with us and of course Roccett for his time in conducting the feature. Lookout for news on Roccett in the coming weeks as he gears up to flood both the streets and online with new mixtape material.

Rud

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1173170154 - January 1, 1970 By : Over recent years we have kept you up to date with East coast raised, Eddie Kane Jr and his material with Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E. and the Put Yourself Out group.

Today we are back with some new mixtape material from Eddie Kane as he looks to establish himself further on a new streetape. "It Is What It Is: Volume 1" combines Witty wordplay, murderous metaphors & hard-hittin reality infested music throughout and is sure to get people talking across the globe. The new project is presented by Germany's mixtape king DJ Red Devil, the tracklist to which can be seen below along with two exclusive track for download.

DJ Red Devil & Eddie Kane Jr - "It Is What It Is: Volume 1": Front Cover

01) Red Devil & Eddie Kane - Intro
02) Bang Bang Bang!
03) Skit 1
04) Put Some Money In The Tank (Feat. Jon Notty)
05) P Y izz O
06) Skit 2
07) Crack Music (Feat. Truth)
08) Pourin Up (Remix) (Feat. Pimp C & Bun B)
09) Pimp In Distress
10) Show Me Where Da Spot
11) Skit 3
12) My Turn (Feat. Shade Sheist & Fred Knuxx)
13) Luv 4 Da West Coast (Produced By DJ Ca$$)
14) Skit 4
15) Hey Yo (Feat. Shade Sheist & Nune)
16) E 2 Da K
17) Shawty What"s Happening
18) Skit 5
19) Chicken Noodle Coup (Feat. Supe)
20) Blast Squeeze First
21) Cinematic
22) Big Money Talk
23) Red Devil & Eddie Kane - Outro

Enjoy the new music and make you sure you take time to visit the Official "It Is What It Is" Project Myspace page. We will keep you up to date on the latest from Eddie Kane and the PYO camp.

Rud

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1173279091 - January 1, 1970 By : With the success of Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E.'s Put Yourself Out Radio show continuing to increase, they are constantly adapting new features and playing the hottest new, independent music on the planet.

With that said, tomorrow night, the PYO Show will play host to Big Fase 100 of Brazil Street Records who will be stopping by the studio to talk on a variety of issues. To hear that all you have to do is head to SwurvRadio.com tonight at 6PM PST. Please click the news image to view the full show flyer. If you can't make that time then you can wait until the podcast hits the internet later this week.

For those of you wondering where the PYO Podcast updates have gone from dubcnn, they are returning, we are currently completing an overhaul of the Podcast Section, due to be completed by April. When we are back online we will have an array of Podcast series for all your Hip-Hop needs.

Rud

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1173705127 - January 1, 1970 By : Over recent months we have been keeping readers informed on the work of DJ Ca$$ on an array of projects including Akadimik's new album and the latest effort from Custom Made. Two of the tracks we premiered with those updates are Element's This Is A Man's World cut and Doin' Whatta Gotta Do with Akadimik.

Since then DJ Ca$$ has announced that a compilation album is in the works and is urging promising, talented artists to get in touch with him via his MySpace page.

The compilation is set to be called "The DJ Ca$$ Compilation: Volume I" and is due out later this year. Below is a new and exclusive cut from the release by the artist Alpha Red entitled "Streetz Of L.A."

Alpha Red - Streetz Of L.A. (Prod. & Mixed By DJ CA$$)

For the latest on DJ Ca$$ and for artists to find out how to get on the mixtape ensure you visit his MySpace page and remember you can catch the latest music and news right here on dubcnn.

Rud

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1173762405 - January 1, 1970 By : Spider Loc's buzz has been steadily growing since his single "Blutiful World" hit the radio, along with all the drama that surrounded the video shoot for the song. Just in time comes a new mixtape accompanying his movie "Paroled", which is dropping soon.

The mixtape features Spider's artists Snoopy Blue, Big Foot, Smurf along with the likes of Glasses Malone, Jay Rock, Dre'sta & B.G. Knoccout, on a selection of both original and covered beats. Dubcnn has a couple of songs from the mixtape available for you to listen to, check out the tracklisting below, and click on the highlighted tracks to listen:

1. Blutiful World (Remix) (Ft. Snoopy Blue)
2· That Nigga
3· 'G' Out Here
4· What It Do Not (Ft. Smurf & Snoopy Blue)
5· Connected (Ft. Snoopy Blue, Smurf & Big Foot)
6· Cali Iz Active (Ft. Snoopy Blue, Smurf, Daddy O, Nu Money, Ghetto Blacc, Dresta & BG Knoccout)
7· Keep You Close
8· Keep On Flowin' (Ft. Snoopy Blue)
9· Baymacc (Ft. Snoopy Blue)
10· 'g' Thang (Ft. Snoopy Blue, Smurf, Nu Money & Ghetto Blacc)
11· La La Land (Ft. Dresta The Gangsta)
12· Get That Money (Ft. Jay Rocc)
13· Do It With Ease
14· Real Niggaz Do Real Things
15· Love My Squad (Ft. E-Ro & S-T)
16· The Hardest Artist
17· That's On The Set (Ft. Snoopy Blue, BG Knoccout, G. Malone, Piper & Big Foot)

Nima

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1174185156 - January 1, 1970 By : "Everybody hating on us, but at the same time everybody waiting on us!"

Lunch The General has just spoken! Lunch and the Homeless Nation have been doing it big for a while now, so it's about time they're doing it big on a major scale. We're happy to report that Lunch is officially the next one in line, as the the Inland Empire rapper has just signed a major deal with Federal / Universal Records. Exactly one year ago we reported that major labels were out in the I.E. following the movement [see: Majors In the Inland Empire?]. As we said back then, it was only a matter of time!

But they're not just making empty promises, because the music is already here to back up the hype. We got the exclusive world premiere from the first street single called "They Don't Like Me". The beat was provided by none other than super producer Hi-Tek. Yessir, the I.E. and Cincinnati connecting on this heatrock!

To hear the song, just click on the link below:

Lunch - They Don't Like Me (Produced by Hi-Tek)

Stay tuned for more info on Lunch and the Nation. H.O.M.E tha Nation's in me - Homelessss!

LilJay

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1174242946 - January 1, 1970 By : The #1 Spot For Album Credits, Dubcnn's own; The Vault has been updated again, with a lot of recent and upcoming releases.

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.

Upcoming releases added to The Vault recently: Pharoahe Monch's long awaited Desire, Redman's Red Gone Wild been a long time coming, featuring production from Timbaland, Rockwilder, Scott Storch, Redman, Vitamin D, Pete Rock, DJ Clark Kent, E3 & Erick Sermon, and cameos from Method Man, Def Squad, Snoop Dogg, Nate Dogg, Biz Markie and more.

Timbaland's Shock Value is also heavily anticipated, with production from himself and Danja, and features by Dr.Dre, 50 Cent, Justin Timberlake, Nelly Furtado, The Hives, Elton John, etc.
Young Buck is ready with Buck The World, with production from Dr.Dre, Danja, Hi-Tek, Lil Jon, Eminem, DJ Toomp, etc. Guest-list consists of nothing less than Bun-B, Snoop Dogg, Trick Daddy, Young Jeezy, Pimp C, T.I., 50 Cent, LaToiya Williams, etc.

For those who missed the last update in December/January, we added:
DJ Clue's The Professional Part 3
Ghostface Killah's More Fish
Mos Def's True Magic
Nas' Hiphop Is Dead
Styles P.'s Time Is Money
Tech N9ne's Everready: The Religion
Young Jeezy's The Inspiration, and a gang of other album credits.

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

Jome

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1174656486 - January 1, 1970 By : Multi-Platinum Hip Hop Superstar Ice Cube has partnered with the prestigious McNally Smith College of Music in St. Paul, Minnesota to establish an annual music scholarship. The announcement marks the first time the esteemed college has partnered with a hip hop artist for a full tuition scholarship.

The Ice Cube Scholarship will be administered by the McNally Smith College of Music and will be awarded to one student every year in the music technology department. The school, which also offers degrees in Music Performance and Music Business, is one of the leading schools for higher education in contemporary music.

The College President/Co-Founder, Jack McNally, says this partnership is evidence of Ice Cube’s commitment to young musicians; "From the top of the Billboard charts to the top of the Hollywood box office, Ice Cube has proven himself to be one of the most creative and multi-talented stars in the entertainment world. Through the Ice Cube Scholarship, Cube shares the McNally Smith College of Music vision to preserve and promote American Contemporary Music. His personal involvement with the school proves his commitment to young musicians. Not every celebrity is willing to do such a rare and wonderful thing and we are grateful."

Adds Ice Cube, "It has become a lifelong mission to give back to our youth and provide them with opportunities for a successful future. I am honored to be working with such a highly respected establishment such as the McNally Smith College of Music and look forward to reviewing the submissions by scholarship applicants in the coming months."

Finalists will be selected based on their demonstrated ambition to pursue a music career, abilities as a producer, academic record and financial need. To win, each finalist will have to compete in the "Ice Cube Challenge." Ice Cube will give each student a beat and hook line and they will have to fill in the bass line, arrangement and lyrics. The candidate who shows the most creativity, talent and skill in developing a song will win. Ice Cube will personally select the winner and present them with the scholarship at a surprise location.

The first Ice Cube Scholarship will be awarded for the 2007-2008 school year. Applicants should already be accepted by the McNally Smith College of Music in the Technology department and apply for the scholarship by May 1, 2007. For more information, visit McNally Smith College.

Rud

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1174841564 - January 1, 1970 By : 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 platinum recording artist Keyshia Cole and Bay-area rap legend EA Ski are to perform at this year's BMRC concert event at San Francisco's "The Grand" at The Regency Center on April 9.

The event is in celebration and reward the hard-working local youth who have volunteered four hours of community service in Oakland 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.

Youth interested in becoming part of the Boost Mobile RockCorps movement can call BMRC at 1-888-ROCK-889, or log onto Boost Mobile RockCorps for more information and to register for membership.

Rud

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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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1174928556 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn are continuing to take a trip down memory lane with our community members and the "Dangerous Crew Campaign" many of our members are a part of. Today we present another exclusive interview for The Movement. This time, we talk to none other than Pee-Wee of the world famous Dangerous Crew.

In this interview Pee-Wee shares with us how he began in the music industry as well as providing fans with more insight into The Dangerous Crew as a whole.

We discuss his various musical influences and find out some incredible stories of his time working with Digital Underground, Tupac, Ant Banks, Too Short and many more.

There are also a few surprises in there that we wont give away here however one does include the infamous Bad N-FLuenz vs. The Luniz freestyle battle - it involved Pizza.

Exclusive Interview With Pee-Wee (March 2007)

Stay tuned to dubcnn as we are set to present you with more Dangerous Crew news and interviews over the coming months courtesy of Noncentz of Dubcc. If you missed it make sure you check out the legendary Shorty B Interview and stay locked to dubcnn for Part II.

Rud

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1175006690 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been quiet around Lil Eazy-E, but this might just be the silence before the storm... Because Lil E has been grinding hard, and his debut solo album "Prince Of Compton", which is set to hit stores this summer, is shaping up to be a monster.

I had the pleasure of hearing several of the songs recorded for the album at the studio, and Eazy, with the help of grammy-winning producer Chink Santana, mostly known for his platinum work for Murder Inc, is definitely not to be slept on.

The son of the Godfather of Gangsta Rap is bringing some straight gangsta music to the fans who have been eagerly waiting for him.

Until the first single drops, we have a new track for ya'll, a remake of "Boyz-N-Tha-Hood", produced by Chink Santana. Get it below:

Lil Eazy-E - Boyz-N-Tha-Hood (2007) (Prod. by Chink Santana)

Enjoy the song, and keep it locked right here for the latest on Lil E.

Nima

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1175036304 - January 1, 1970 By : Tha Dogg Pound is back with the anticipated “Dogg Chit’, Daz and Kurupt’s latest group album, which dropped today on Koch Records. The video to the first single “Vibe With A Pimp” was shot a few weeks ago in L.A. and should be airing soon, lookout for behind the scenes pictures from the video shoot on dubcnn this week.

The first feedback from the fans has been very positive, “Dogg Chit” brings you Daz and Kurupt doing what they do best, delivering raw uncut gangsta music. Daz supplied the production, Dogg Pound from top to bottom, and Daz and Kurupt both stepped their rhymes up compared to “Cali Iz Active”.

The guest appearances are also interesting, as you see Bad Azz back with the boys on “Where U From”, for which you can see the video here. The Game joins the Pound on “Anybody Killa”, an old school sounding track, with Game tearing the song apart. Sac-Town rhyme spitter Brotha Lynch Hung makes an appearance as well, making the DPG/Lynch connection official, after Lynch’s song “Territory” with Snoop Dogg.

Too Short shows up for a pimpish verse on the sexually explicit “Can’t Get Enough”, with Snoop Dogg and RBX appearing on “Bucc’em”. The most memorable track however has to be “Blaze It Up”, which reunites some old allies, and brings in a fresh face. I’m talking about Jayo Felony, Dre’sta, B.G. Knocc Out and Glasses Malone, who bless the Dogg Pound with some fire rhymes on the closing track of the album.

We have the tracklisting of the album below, you can click on the highlighted links to listen to the songs or watch the videos:

01. Get Out My Way
02. I'll Bury Ya
03. Everybody
04. Anybodykilla Featuring The Game
05. More Murder
06. Vibe Wit A Pimp Featuring Snoop Dogg
07. Can't Get Enough Featuring Too Short
08. Dat Aint My Baby
09. Thiz Gangsta Chit Iz Our'z
10. 1 N 1 Out
11. Where U From Featuring Bad Azz
12. Throw Ya Hood Up
13. It’s A Good Ass Day
14. Pull Ya Draws Down Featuring Snoop Dogg
15. BONUS: Blast On'm Featuring Brotha Lynch Hung
16. BONUS: Bucc'm Featuring Snoop Dogg & RBX
17. BONUS: Blaze It Up Featuring G.Malone, Jayo Felony, B.G Knoccout, Dresta

Support Daz and Kurupt and make sure to pick up the album right now, Best Buy has the bonus tracks. Be on the lookout for a new interview with Daz and Kurupt discussing “Dogg Chit” as well as future plans.


Nima

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1175079515 - January 1, 1970 By : Keeping a healthy blend of both unsigned, upcoming artists and established, mainstream stars is often a difficult factor to balance. At Dubcnn we have always looked to strike that exact balance and today is no different. Today we introduce an artist originally from Compton, CA, now residing in the Moreno Valley.

Young Teazy aka Da Boy Feva is 24 years of age and credits artists inlcuding Tupac, Notorious B.I.G., Snoop Dogg, The Game, Lil Wayne and 50 Cent as his core influences of his music.

From childhood ambitions of becoming a lawyer or a singer he, by the age of 12, had begun listening to artists including Eazy E and the Geto Boys.

This early introduction gave him the drive to learn the art of rapping and crafting music. Now nearing his mid-twenties Young Teazy has developed a unique style and is determined that Hip-Hop is the industry he wants to unleash it on.

Now regular readers may already be asking "Do I know this artist?" - indeed many of you will however perhaps not in the form of a solo artist; Young Teazy is from the previously dubcnn featured group Dubb"N"It. Last year we released the then first track from Young Teazy's planned debut album "Suburban Talk" with Sly Boogy entitled "Ass Up". [see; New Music From Dubb"N"It & Sly Boogy.]

Since then Young Teazy has released his debut "Suburban Talk" to widespread acclaim and he and the rest of Dubb"N"It are currently on a "God Bless The Negative" Tour with Frank Nitty around local High Schools as they look to make 2007 their year.

Today we want to focus on Young Teazy and the "Suburban Talk" release which includes production from upcoming producers such as Mac Ross, Noriega, E-Mac and Fenom all from Moreno Valley, Ca. The album features the other artists from Dubb"N"It including Young Faze, J-Porter and E-Mac. Below is the full album tracklist and five exclusive cuts for you to check out.

01) Intro-Bells
02) Dont Stunt
03) Get Fresh
04) Ride Wit Me
05) Money Train
06) Higher
07) This Boi Heavy
08) Down
09) I Dont C None Of U'all
10) Get Down
11) On 3's
12) Ice Cream
13) Suburban Talk
14) Break You Off
15) This Pimp
16) Cali Dro
17) On It Like
18) The Fix
19) Gone

Check out this new and exclusive music and make sure you hit up the official Dubb"N"It MySpace page for more information and audio. Any artists, labels or executives looking to speak with Young Teazy or the Dubb"N"It collective can contact them their also. Stay tuned for the latest news on Young Teazy and Dubb"N"It on dubcnn including a new album "Black Flag Association" due later this year. Readers from the Inland Empire can hear Young Teazy on 99.1 KGGI with the current single "Go Home" featuring Blitz 1, J-Porter, and Jessica.

Rud

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1175110410 - January 1, 1970 By : San Francisco native, J. Valentine is destined to captivate the R&B world with his unique sound in 2007. Get an early glimpse of "The King Of R&Bay" before his J Records summer release entitled, "Conversation Piece."

J Valentine EPK (Hi)
J Valentine EPK (Lo)
J Valentine EPK (YouTube)

Find out why J. Valentine stays true to his hometown roots, The Bay Area!

JustinL

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1175375210 - January 1, 1970 By : To many DJ-Age will be a new name however you should be aware that this talented DJ has been cutting it up for years now and is ready to take steps to the next level.

With this in mind DJ-Age, who has been producing incredible mixes of your favourite artists material including, has just released his long awaited; "From My Block 2 Yours" mixtape collection.



We are classing it as collection as he has compiled three discs worth of hot new material for this set, some tracks that you will have seen over recent months right here and a selection that will be fresh and new. This is a seemless

We are proud to have the full three disc set for download for all our readers, artists who appear include; Gangsta Granny, Crooked I, Bangloose, N.U.N.E. & Shade Sheist, Westside Bugg, Ras Kass, 40 Glocc, Jayo Felony, Keak Da Sneak, Drastik, E-White, Meech Wells, Spider Loc, A-Pinks, Sly Boogy, Bad Lucc, Mykestro, Scan, El Prez, Quiz, Akadimik, Shame, Clinton Wayne, K-Active, Problem, Xl Middleton, Dreamz, Kokane, Shadow, Sporty Loco, Soopafly, Big Syke, Kam, Wallet, RBX, Dre'sta, Damizza, Jim Gittum, Gail Gotti, Scipio, Roccett, Dynamic Certified, S.O.P, Suga Free, Dirty Birdy, Element, Mr Midas, Fred Knuxx and countless more

To view the tracklists, the full size mixtape cover and to download all three discs ensure you click the link below to go to our "From My Block 2 Yours" download page. Rest assured you will not be dissapointed by the seemless mixing, the musical quality and the incredible arrangement of this project - download it, burn it and bump it!

Dubcnn Presents: DJ-Age - From My Block 2 Yours (Mixtape Download Page)


In related news DJ-Age just informed us that he is in talks with Crooked I with a view to doing the official mixes for Dynasty Records. Stay tuned for more news on that as well as how you can get your hands on some hard copies of this mixtape in the coming weeks.

Rud

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1175561193 - January 1, 1970 By : When SRC Records, the new label created by former Loud CEO Steve Rifkind, signs a new artist you can expect there to be a good reason. In its short existence SRC have signed the Wu Tang Clan, birthed Akon and given hope to an array of up and coming talent worldwide.

Today we want to introduce you to the latest SRC Records signee, West Covina, California's own Topic. This talented MC is ready to be unleashed on the unsuspecting public with help from DJ Skee & DJ Kay Slay who have teamed up to present "The Coast Guard" street album.

Having recently signed his deal Topic has set to work on his debut album and with that in mind has seen this as the ideal time to reveal himself to the world on this DJ Skee & DJ Kay Slay backed release. With a guest appearance from label mate Akon as well as varied and attention holding content, this street album has something for everyone. We have the mixtape available for free download via the link below as well as three preview tracks to sample, including "Swagger" featuring Akon.

Dubcnn Presents: DJ Skee & DJ Kay Slay Present: Topic - The Coast Guard (Free Download)

We also have the world premier video of his street single Creep & Crawl directed by Dan The Man, available exclusively courtesy of Skee.TV, the only place where you can catch daily video updates and interviews from DJ Skee himself.

In related news, DJ Skee just informed us that The Game is ready to hit you all off with the Fourth Edition of the famed "YouKnowWhatItIs" street album series - due later this week! For the latest news and information stay tuned to dubcnn as well as making regular visits to Skee.TV.

Rud

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1175648347 - January 1, 1970 By : In this world, most people have to work hard to achieve their goals and dreams, while others seem to excel to greatness with little or no effort. Thus is the case for Tha Natural. In his life, he has shown that he is truly destined for greatness.

The San Jose rapper brings old school flows over thick basslines and hard hooks. On the song, "Who Is It" Tha Natural let's listeners know all about his smooth flow and style when he spits:

"Natural like the next cat/ Laid Back/ Truthfully, I'm a lot better than that/ After the dough, but wit a good flow/ Like the golf clap, after a good show."

Known to rock crowds from his home state of Michigan to his second home in California, Tha Natural has been building an increasing fan base for years. He is currently doing club performances through out the San Francisco Bay Area.

Below is a song from Tha Natural which is taken from his upcoming album "Clock Funds", due out later this month.

Tha Natural - Clock Funds

Hit up Tha Natural at myspace.com/thanatural.

LilJay

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1175648605 - January 1, 1970 By : Breaking down barriers through the fusion of Hip Hop and the skate world emerges three magnetic talents, TK, the International Pro Skater and Captain of Pharrell’s Ice Cream Skate Team, H.I.T., the Long Beach Lyricist (who's also representing one half of the Long Beach rap group Lifestyle with Snoop Dogg's younger brother Bing), and last but not least Currency the Magnolia Hot Spitta, collectively known as Fly Society.

With the combination of hardhitting lyrics from the West, a down South swagger, and contagious hooks that are sure to grab worldwide attention, Fly Society is quickly becoming a force to be reckoned with. Fly Society not only represents the Hip Hop and skate worlds, but a vast array of cultures and lifestyles that range from urban and subburban youth to international fashion and style.

From TK’s influential style, H.I.T.’s undeniable West Coast flows blended with a East swagger evident in songs like "Drama", the hot single featured on projects such as The "Ice Cream Skate Video: Vol. 1" and EA Sports’ upcoming "Skate" game, to Currency’s flossy Magnolia southern swag made popular through his Cash Money, Young Money Clique counterparts, the dynamic trio stand alone as one unstoppable unit.

Below are two songs from Fly Society, along with the aforementioned track "Drama", which was also featured on H.I.T.'s 2006 album "The Born Supremacy":

Fly Society - Poser
Fly Society - Fresh
H.I.T. - Drama

For more info, visit myspace.com/flysociety2007.

LilJay

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1175735079 - January 1, 1970 By : Who is Convinced? Convinced is Quentin Reed, a Southern California native with an ear and passion for music in all forms and genres. Convinced's obsession with standing out has pushed him to be more creative and diverse than what you'd be accustom to hearing in the world of hip hop.

His chest pounding, head rocking, one of a kind production has pushed the boundaries of not only hip hop, but music in general. Convinced infuses hip hop, jazz, & soul with touches of futuristic electronica, rock, and rhythms from all over the globe. He thrives on standing out and creating music that is not of the norm. Along with his personal endeavors, Convinced has managed to work vigorously with multiple artists who are in tune with the vision that he has for the future of music. He continues to step over the boundaries of music with his artistic imagery and creative soul.

Having that said, it's only right that the world is about to experience both his rapping and production talent. Convinced is set to release his upcoming album "I Do It For The People" on April 18th. Even though it's a full length album with all original production, Con has decided that he'll offer the album for free download. The album will be available on his MySpace page at myspace.com/convincedmusic and here on Dubcnn.

In the meantime you can check out a preview as we bring you 3 bangers from the album. You can also expect a review of the album here on Dubcnn soon.

And if you aren't convinced yet, all you have to do is listen:

Convinced - Heroes & Villains
Convinced - My Surroundings
Convinced - I Ask Myself

LilJay

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1175777408 - January 1, 1970 By : Young Joker is gearing up for his second foray into the mixtape world in the coming weeks with his eagerly anticipated follow up to "The Takeover" that we premiered last year. "Mayhem," as we exclusively revealed in February [see; Young Joker, Meech Wells & DJ Skee Unleash 'Mayhem'], is set to be presented by DJ Skee and Meech Wells.

The new mixtape, which according to Young Joker himself is the precursor to his debut album "Heaven Sent" due late this year, is set to feature the cuts we premiered in that last news update; "Live My Life" and "U Gotta Keep Up Wit Me", the latter of which features and is produced by Akon.

Today we are back with two new tracks from "Mayhem" which have been exclusively provided by Meech Wells. The first of which is the Meech Wells produced and mixed "Im A Rider" which is said to be DJ Skee's favourite cut off the mixtape.

Young Joker - Im A Rider (Produced By Meech Wells)

The second is a more controversial record where Young Joker goes after a number of artists that have stalled on promised collaboration tracks with the up and coming MC, we'll leave you the fans to decipher who they might be. The track is called "This Ain't You" and is produced by Meech Wells and Stylust.

Young Joker - This Ain't You (Produced By Meech Wells & Stylust)

Drop in at our forum to leave feedback on the track and even speak to Meech Wells himself. Stay tuned for the latest news on Young Joker and Meech Wells right here on dubcnn and lookout for more "Mayhem" exclusives over the coming weeks. In the meantime check out Meech Wells at his MySpace or hit up Young Joker. If you haven't already then make sure you download The Takeover mixtape for free, exclusively on dubcnn.

Rud

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1175886298 - January 1, 1970 By : Today we have two new and exclusive reviews from Dubcnn's own Music Editor, Conan Milne. Last week saw the long awaited sopohomore LP from G-Unit's Young Buck. The heavily delayed and much discussed "Buck The World" finally hit shelves on March 27th and as such Conan takes the time to put this latest effort from the G-Unit Soldier under the microscope.

The Dub Quotable for "Buck The World" reads: "Delve beyond the cynic-baiting title, and Buck captivates on an album that uses the brash G-Unit formula to impressive effect" as well earning a reasonable Dub Rating.

Is it enough to save the G-Unit empire from is much talked about implosion? - Read the review below to find out.

Young Buck - Buck The World (Review)

Next up is the even longer awaited studio solo release from Redman. The Funk Doc is back with his latest Def Jam offering and everyone wants to know if it has met the level of expectation. With poor promotion and lacklustre label support this release is really being supported heavily online.

Conan takes "Red Gone Wild" to task in this review to see if it has been worth the agonising wait and if the Dub Quotable is anything to go by, he may just have managed it; "Reggie Noble is back, and Red Gone Wild appeases six years worth of hype." Conan even awards the Brick City native a respectable Dub Rating, read the full review below.

Redman - Red Gone Wild: Thee Album (Review)

For more recent reviews, including Snoop Dogg, Evidence, Soopafly, Ya Boy, Bishop Lamont and Devin The Dude take some time to check out and then bookmark our Review Section.

Rud

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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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1176033225 - January 1, 1970 By : On March 24th 2007, the newly formed Fixxers (Quik & AMG) were live at the Rimac Arena in San Diego, CA. The event was a huge success and created further interest in the new group who, as we exclusively revealed recently, have signed with Interscope to officially release their upcoming album "Midnight Life" and the single Can You Werk Wit Dat - a video to which was shot this week.

Dubcnn was invited by event organisers, Pazzo Entertainment, to cover the show and interview the artists.

Our reporter, Eddie Gurrola, was able to take photos for the featured gallery, interview Quik and has since compiled an Event Report of the show. Features with fellow show attendees K-Dot & Jay Rock will follow later this week.

Dubcnn Presents: The Fixxers (San Diego) Event Gallery

In the exclusive interview we talk get the details behind the dropping of "DJ" from his title, discuss his recent work with Xzibit, find out if the "Detox" call from Dr. Dre has yet occured and also get the lowdown on the new deal with Interscope. AMG appears for a moment to hype "Midnight Life" as Quik tells us what they are working on currently for the new album and much more in this world exclusive interview feature.

Exclusive Interview With Quik (April 2007)

We will be keeping you up to date on the "Midnight Life" project as well as the video to the current single Can You Werk Wit Dat over the coming weeks.

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1176145554 - January 1, 1970 By : With The Put Yourself Out movement now in full effect Shade Sheist wanted his fans reminding that his heavy workload with both the label and his increasingly popular PYO Radio Show on Swurv Radio has not affected his ability to churn out new music.

Today we have a hot new single featuring Bone Thugs-N-Harmony member Krayzie Bone entitled "I Know She Wants Me" which is set to be on the Shade Sheist solo album due out later this year after the release of the long awaited group album with N.U.N.E.

Shade Sheist - I Know She Wants Me (Feat. Krayzie Bone)

We will keep you up to date on the upcoming solo as well as the group album over the coming months. Don't forget to check out the PYO Radio Show on Swurv Radio every week and for those of you who have been missing the weekly show podcasts, stay tuned as we will be re-launching that section with all the shows so far.

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1176306354 - January 1, 1970 By : The long awaited debut album from Inglewood's own K-Aktive hits the streets within weeks, on May 1st.

An artist who has been featured on dubcnn countless times is finally ready to emerge with his first CD and Digital Download product, "Funk Season." After some delay the lead artist and CEO of Put It N My Pocket Entertainment K-Aktive has wrapped up the street album that is being hosted by Compton's own Problem.


With 22 tracks, K-Aktive presents a collection of hood-breaking music featuring some of the best up and coming westcoast artists including Problem, Bangloose, Roccett (Young Jezzy/CTE West), The Bloc Boyz (Blu Division), Kila Krock as well as introducing Put It N My Pocket Entertainment recording artists Brody Bronson and Hogg.

With production being handled by from some of the best beat-makers on the west coast including Dem Jointz, Klassic, Dae One, Disko, J Steez, Tech and Money Miles, "Funk Season" aims to return funk to a new generation of listeners.

We have the tracklist below along with some audio tracks for free download including "If Rap Don't Workout" featuring The Bloc Boyz, this is one release not to be missed this summer. "Funk Season" will be available from May 1, 2007 at CDBaby, Siccness, Mixunit, VIP Records & HipHopWest.

01) The Situtation (Feat. Problem, Brody Bronson And Lu-Dogg) (Produced By Disko)
02)Ride On Up (Produced By Disko)
03) You Don't Know Me (Feat. Bangloose & Dem Joints) (Produced By Dem Joints)
04) Scared Money (Feat.Noni Spitz & Lil Bam) (Produced By Dae One)
05) If Rap Dont Workout (Feat. The Bloc Boyz) (Produced By Tech)
06) On The Grind (Produced By Tech)
07) Dopeman (Feat. Brody Bronson) (Produced By Problem)
08) Hypnotized (The Intermission) (Produced By Dem Joints)
09) Smokin' And Leanin' (Produced By Disko)
10) Respect Me (Feat. Bangloose, Kila Krock & Roccett) (Produced By Dem Joints)
11) The Streets Love Me (Feat. Yg Gott 'Em) (Produced By Disko)
12) Yall Aint Ready (Feat. Marleik) (Produced By Dae One)
13) Music (Hogg Solo) (Produced By Money Miles)
14) I'm A Pimp (Feat. Problem) (Produced By THX)
15) Real Shit (Feat. Duck, Yg Gott'em, Wacc, Problem & Pint) (Produced By Klassic
16) Throw It Up (Feat. Problem & Bangloose) (Tha Damn Pfool Gang) (Produced By Disko)
17) A West Coast Freestyle (Feat. Problem) (Produced By J Steez)
18) The Movement (Feat. Kila Krock) (Produced By Disko)
19) Rollin' (Feat. Marleik) (Produced By Disko)
20) Where The Actions At (Feat. Sequel) (Produced By Money Miles)
21) Funk Season (Feat. Marleik) (Produced By Problem)
22) Standup (Feat. Moe B.) (Produced By J Steez)
23) The Funk Season Experience (Outro) (Produced By Kila Krock)

Stay tuned to the latest on this release and K-Aktive right here on dubcnn. In related news lookout for K-Aktive features with Cashis of Shady Records and with new comer Krucial Styles aka Big White over the coming months. For more information and audio from K-Aktive head over to his official MySpace page.

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1176306460 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn readers that have been with us for many years may be able to remember us promoting music from Long Beach duo Fratt House.

The last time we heard from G.B. and E-Money was back in Janaury 2006 [see; Soulhood/Lethal Entertainment Gear Up For 2006] when they were readying their then self-titled debut album. Since then, the group formally known as P.S.C, have been recording material for this release and have recently aligned with D.P.G's own Daz Dillinger.


The unification will see Daz Dillinger producing on and promoting Fratt House's album now titled "Frat House University" due later this summer on Gangsta Advisory/Relic Entertainment/Koch.

The first single from the album features Daz Dillinger and is called "I Am So Fly," the production on this track comes from another dubcnn regular, G-Flow, who many will remember from his "Armageddon" release featuring Truth Hurts, RBX, Lady Of Rage, Crooked I, Sly Boogy and more. He also produced the "Dubcnn Anthem" from Sly Boogy, Caliph, Hump and Bo Rocc (of The Dove Shack) that we dropped in October 2005, [see; G-Flow Presents: The Dubcnn Anthem]

The single "I Am So Fly" is already generating major response from record pools and local club play and Fratt House are ready to take it to the next level with dubcnn releasing the track for exclusive download. Check out the new music below and drop feedback over at the Dubcnn Community.

Fratt House - I Am So Fly (Feat. Daz Dillinger) (Produced By G-Flow)

For the latest on Fratt House and the album "Frat House University" due later this summer on Gangsta Advisory/Relic Entertainment/Koch keep it locked right here, this is one group not to sleep on this year.

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1176307388 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Skee just contacted us to let our readers know that tonight, on his Live From L.A. radio show on Power 106, he and DJ Reflex will be joined by special guest Snoop Dogg for a world exclusive first listen to "The Big Squeeze" album on air.

As his special Co-Host Snoop Dogg will be bringing along Soopafly, Bad Lucc and Damani, collectively known as the Westurn Union, the freshest group on the west to help take you through the new album.


Last week we dropped the video to the first single from "The Big Squeeze," which will be in stores April 24th, which features Westurn Union with Snoop Dogg on the hook. You can check that again below along with the exclusive video shoot images we presented.

Westurn Union - Hat 2 Da Bacc (Feat. Snoop Dogg) (20MB, Windows Media)

      
      

Don't forget to tune into DJ Skee and DJ Reflex for the Live From L.A. radio show tonight on Power 106.

Rud

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1176889905 - January 1, 1970 By : Luni Coleone and Cool Nutz are set to release their new album "Every Single Day" June 5 on Always Hustlin’ Entertainment / Jus Family Records. The independent album will be released independently through RBC Records (Tech N9ne, 8Ball, C-Bo, Planet Asia and more). Luni Coleone is one of the most prolific and respected Northern California rappers, while Oregon rapper Cool Nutz is a pioneer in his region. Every Single Day is the pair’s first collaborative effort and the chemistry shows throughout the monumental release which unites two of the Pacific Coast’s most renowned street-certified acts.

When the two hit the studio in Washington state to start recording "Every Single Day", they made a point to focus on things that people from all over the world could gravitate towards. The sonically mellow but lyrically intense title track sets the album off with a nice blend of gangsterism, lyricism and reality.

Other highlights on the album include the car anthem “Skirt” which describes the street car culture and includes Rocafella, whose voicebox (the voice-alteration method popularized by Roger Troutman) gives the song a classic feel. Luni Coleone & Cool Nutz know that diversity is key, which is why they switch their sound on “Here Go” and “What,” two rowdy, intense crunk and hyphy cuts.

Now working together, Luni Coleone & Cool Nutz have delivered what is sure to be one of the best independent rap albums of the year with Every Single Day. Maybe that’s because the collaboration was a natural one.

Get a sneak preview of the album by downloading the 2 songs below. "That Doe" featuring and produced by Bosko, and "Luv For Slugs".

Luni Coleone & Cool Nutz - That Doe Feat. Bosko
Luni Coleone & Cool Nutz - Luv For Slugs

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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"

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1176890584 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn sat down with Bigg Steele for an exclusive interview. The West Coast rapper gets into his upcoming album "Kunta Kinte Theory" and speaks about working with different artists for the album, such as DJ Bobcat, Polarbear, Jay Rock, Spit Fiya, Q-Unique of The Arsonists, Big Syke, Ne-Yo, and others. He talks about his experiences with reaching new markets in the world, for instance, charting in overseas countries with his two previous mixtapes, and touring the world. We proceed to talk about the state of West Coast Hip Hop, such as new artists getting deals and radio stations (not) supporting their own artists.

In related news, Bigg Steele has just been named Head of Urban Music for Minder Music Publishing, which means he'll be sitting on the other side of the desk and giving the deals instead of asking for the deals. Ain't that a bitch!

To check out the interview, click on the link below. 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 Bigg Steele

In addition to the interview, we also have an exclusive track from the "Kunta Kinte Theory" album. This one is called "Someday" and it features Q-Unique of The Arsonists.

Bigg Steele - Someday Feat. Q-Unique of The Arsonists

For more info on Bigg Steele visit his MySpace page, or enter the keyword "Bigg Steele" in our Dubcnn news search engine at the bottom of this page.

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1176956349 - January 1, 1970 By : Belly burst on to the music scene last year with his hit single "Pressure" with Ginuwine. The single solidified him as a staple in Canadian hip hop, and a force in the US. He spent time touring with Ice Cube, Snoop, and Tha Dogg Pound, and even recorded with Kurupt.

As he readies his full length album "The Revolution" for release in June, Belly's people hit us up with some new music. After releasing "Pressure" for the radio, he's also just released "Don't Be Shy" with Nina Sky. But for the fans of non-radio friendly tracks, Belly is keeping the streets hot with "A History Of Violence". In this track Belly tells his story of growing up and living in a world full of war. Download the track below.

Belly - A History Of Violence

Belly also recorded a street video for the song. The video is currently being edited and we should have it up later this week. In the meantime, check out Belly's Website.

Adon

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1177619838 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn once again has a world exclusive interview for our readers. Having recently been in the interviewers chair for Dubcnn [see; Roccett Interviews Young Buck For Dubcnn], we now have Roccett talking to dubcnn in this exclusive video feature.

Roccett recently took some time to talk with Rob G for Dubcnn TV about his background, how he signed with Young Jeezy (CTE West) and also provides the details on his company Green Up.


We delve into his past mixtapes and talk about his recent release "Colors" [read our update with audio and exclusive video], see how his rise to fame has changed his life and also get details of his recording process and work ethic.

Exclusive Interview Feature With Roccett (April 2007)

This is another feature not to be missed as you can read the interview as well as either streaming the video in Quicktime (MOV) format or download it to watch later in both Quicktime (MOV) and Windows Media Video (WMV) formats. For the latest on Roccett stay tuned to dubcnn and make sure you hit him up on his official MySpace page

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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.

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1178198430 - January 1, 1970 By : Last time we heard from Philadelphia born Cyssero was back in March when he was celebrating the successful release of his debut album; "Protégé of The Game." In March he informed us that he had aligned with Bay sensation and fan favorite Ya Boy to release a new mixtape project within the next few months.

That release, entitled "Hang Yaself (Eastcoast/Westcoast Connection)," is still very much in the works however we have just received exclusive word that Cyssero is releasing an EP in June called "Certified."

The new EP is set to feature 8 tracks with guest appearances from an all star cast that include Ya Boy, Kanye West, Ne-Yo, Too Short and Three 6 Mafia. We have both the cover and a download available today, below you will find audio from the project in the form of snippets, on it you can hear some of the tracks that will feature on "Certified."

Cyssero - "Certified" Snippets

Enjoy the new and exclusive music in this world premiere and make sure you stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on both the "Certified " EP and the Ya Boy collaboration album "Hang Yaself (Eastcoast/Westcoast Connection)" project.

Rud

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1178215043 - January 1, 1970 By : Earlier this week we brought you details on Watts representer Jay Rock and his impending debut album "Follow Me Home." In that update [see; Watts' Jay Rock Readies "Follow Me Home" For July] we mentioned a feature from K-Dot. As with Jay Rock, I recently caught up with K-Dot live at the Rimac Arena in San Diego, CA.

Coming straight outta Compton, Top Dawg Productions signee K-Dot is working hard on his new album. He has a prospective deal from a major label, which is currently being held under wraps.

In the meantime, K-Dot is focusing on the record, making sure that it comes out exactly how he wants it. When asked about his still untitled debut album, K-Dot excitedly replied, "It’s gonna be a well rounded album, real artistic. I’m expressing myself over the tracks, [and I’m going to give the listeners] something that I feel is missing from the game."

He has already collaborated with big name producers such as Quik, JR Rotem, and Fred Wreck, whom he shared a special chemistry with in the studio. "We knocked out about three tracks, and they all came out blazin’. We’re probably gonna have to keep all three of them for the album." More of the production is coming from in-house producers Soundwave and 4th Quarter. K-Dot feels that "for a good album...you’ve got to have a concept, it has to have the lyrics, and you have to have the [production] tracks...and that’s what I’ve been putting together for the last couple months."

It is apparent that K-Dot has a strong work ethic. He told us that "The key to success is loyalty, dedication, consistency, and keeping your faith in God." Looking back on it, he feels, "That’s what got me to the point I’m at. I remember when I was back in middle school, it was just a dream to be in the office [of a major record label.]" He also went on to explain how he holds Compton native The Game in a high light. "The West Coast gotta appreciate The Game, because he opened a lot of doors for a lot of new West Coast cats. He’s really been an influence to me coming out of [my] city, showing that you can come out of the hood and do your thing...So shout outs to The Game."

K-Dot's new album will assuredly be a treat for all West Coast fans. He hopes for the record to be a unique experience for listeners as well. "I’m trying to bring the good music back, back to the city. And something different from the city too, [but] I ain’t gonna tell you just yet." For more on K-Dot, check his official MySpace page or TopDawgProductions.com - we will keep you updated on his debut due later this year. Be sure to buy his new mixtape, "Training Day," available now for purchase on his MySpace page.

Eddie Gurrola

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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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1178816384 - January 1, 1970 By : Anticipation for the new Turf Talk album "West Coast Vaccine (The Cure)" has been steadily growing over recent months and we are happy to announce that the wait is almost over. E-40, Sick Wid It Records and Turf Talk have set the street date for "West Coast Vaccine (The Cure)" to June 5th.

"West Coast Vaccine (The Cure)" is the follow up to "Turf Talk - The Street Novelist" and "Turf Talk Brings The Hood Colabilation" and sees the Bay Area representer deliver another stellar release for the fans.


Having grown up all over California including Pomona, L.A., the Vallejo born talent is ready to showcase his skills to a wider audience with this release on Sick Wid It Records. To celebrate this union of Bay Area talent E-40 hopped on Turf Talk's single, the Rick Rock produced, "I Got Chips" which we have for download below.

Turf Talk - I Got Chips (Feat. E-40)

The album also features artists including Freeway, B-Legit, E-40, Locksmith, Too Short and Yukmouth as well as production from Droop-E, Rome, Traxamillion, Tha Bizness and CMT & EA Ski. We will keep you updated on this release over the coming weeks, in the meantime check out Turf Talk on MySpace.

Rud

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1178977025 - January 1, 1970 By : Yes sir! Dubcnn is back with two world premieres from Kurupt's upcoming solo album! After dropping a series of independent projects both by himself and with his partner Daz, Kurupt is going major on this one again! The album will be executive produced by Snoop Dogg and Kurupt, and they're currently selecting the perfect label situation for the release of the album.

You can exclusively listen to two tracks from the album below. The first one is called "Mystic River", and all I can say is, this is good music. Over a vintage laid back Battlecat production, Kurupt flexes his lyrical muscle, dropping some real life rhymes, with Daz assisting on the hook. Listen to the song below:

Kurupt - Mystic River (Prod. by Battlecat) (STREAM)

The second song is a party jam, a collaboration of Kurupt with some of the freshest new faces on the West. As recently announced on the radio, Kurupt has formed a new group with Terrace Martin and Problem. The trio hooked up with the "best west of the 110" Mykestro to flow over a funky Terrace Martin production. The song is called "All Night", listen below:

Kurupt - All Night (ft. Terrace Martin, Mykestro & Problem) (Prod. by Terrace Martin) (STREAM)

Enjoy the music, and be on the lookout for more news on Kurupt's solo album very soon! Kurupt also wants everybody to lookout for Gail Gotti's debut solo album, which will be overseen by Snoop Dogg & 50 Cent. The Infamous/G-Unit Records signee is ready to show all the doubters and haters what she's capable of! We will be premiering some new music from her project real soon, produced by Niggarachi.

As always, Kurupt has a lot of more on his plate too! Y.A.'s Tri-Star is wrapping up his solo album, and recently shot a video to the first single called "Dresscode Killer", look for that real soon. Y.A. are also finishing up their group album., while Kurupt's Philly group Tangled Thoughts are releasing their album "Philly 2 Cali" May 22nd. And, of course, J. Wells and Kurupt have their group album "Digital Smoke" coming out early June! Looks like Kurupt has some big plans for 2007, keep it locked right here to find out how they unfold!

Before I go though, I've been getting a lot of emails about Tha Dogg Pound's recent appearance on BET's Rap City show. For everybody who requested a video of Kurupt's freestyle, you can watch it by clicking here. Enjoy!

You know, while ya'll peeping out that new Kurupt sh*t, he wanted ya'll to vibe to some old classic DPG shit as well, so here's an old freestyle of Kurupt over The Lox' "We'll Always Love Big Poppa" beat, saying rest in peace to 2Pac and Biggie:

Kurupt - 2Pac & Biggie Tribute (Freestyle)

Vibe off to that until we get back with more music...

Nima

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1179127049 - January 1, 1970 By : The Dangerous Crew Movement is still in full effect and by all accounts, only growing. The response so far to all our Dangerous Crew features has been unprecendeted and unexpected to all the staff here at Dubcnn.

Features with Shorty B (Part 1 & Part 2), Pee Wee and Sean G have seen masses of Dangerous Crew fans re-emerge as well as many readers and members of our community take the time to learn about the Dangerous Crew when before they were unaware.


With this in mind we are back with another feature, today with an original Hyphy pioneer and Dangerous Crew member Krushadelic. Dangerous Crew fans will remember Krushadelic from his productions on Goldy’s "In The Land of Funk" album, but his contributions go much deeper in the game with Underground Rebellion, S.N.O.P. and others.

In Part 1 of this exclusive interview with Krushadelic, we discuss his humble beginnings, how he got into the entertainment and music business, the birth of "hyphy" and the origins of S.N.O.P. and Underground Rebellion.

Exclusive Interview With Krushadelic (May 2007)

Enjoy this latest feature and stay tuned for Part 2. In the meantime please show your support by dropping in at our forum to relay your feedback to the community.

Rud

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1179310286 - January 1, 1970 By : On March 19th 2007, Echoing Soundz & Kush Boutique presented the Beauty Pageant at LA Fashion Week. The event featured an array of guests to view the latest Fashion and accessories from around the world.

We have exclusive photos from the night courtesy of Hazel Eyez & Echoing Soundz. Below you can see shots of guest including Bigg Gipp, Karl Kani, Young Dolla (of N.V.), Ivonnah Erksin and many more.

Dubcnn Presents: Beauty Pageant (LA Fashion Week) (Event Gallery)

Make sure you bookmark our Gallery section for the latest exclusive photos and video from events worldwide. Want us to cover your event? If so email in with the details and we can look into it.

Rud

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1179313010 - January 1, 1970 By : Westcoast Veteran C-Bo has had a busy 12 months since the release of his independent album "Money To Burn" last August. Young Buck confirmed to us in our exclusive interview back in March 2007 that he had signed C-Bo to his G-Unit South imprint Cashville Records.

Alongside labelmates The Outlawz and the rest of G-Unit, C-Bo has spent recent months touring the country as well as finalising his latest release, part three of his "Westside Ryders" trilogy.


"Westside Ryders III (The Southeast Connection)" features artists including Young Bleed, Spice 1, The Outlawz, Lil Cyco, Brotha Lynch Hung and also The Realest. The latter features on the lead single from the album entitled "Street Life" which we have for download within the tracklist below.

01) Street Life – C-Bo & Realest (Prod by Marvin Page)
02) Hurtin’ Ya Self – Young Dice (Prod by Mista Royce for Large Money Entertainment)
03) Off the Rip – Tha Outlawz
04) BTK – Woodpile (Crisis, Critical, Ether Bunny) (Prod & Remixed by Crisis)
05) SomeTimes – Mob Figaz (Prod by Rob Lowe)
06) The Real- Gangsta Drayster
07) 100 MPH – Eyes Low & Benny Blanco (Prod by Symph & Benny Blanco)
08) Ice Shock – Laroo (Prod by traxx)
09) Whut it due – Young Chaz (Prod by Wysh)
10) My Shine – B’nezha (Omar "Big O" Gooding, ½ wit, Meazy) (Feat. Stylie Ray) (Prod by Track 1)
11) Heavy – Marvelous (Prod by Fats)
12) He So Hood – 151, Lil Cyco & C-Bo (Produced by funk Daddy)
13) When We Mob - Young Bleed (Feat. J-B) (Prod by Southern Society & Y.Bleed)
14) Still Dippin - Spade (Prod by Angel)
15) Got Dough – C-Thug (Prod by Khrys)
16) Supa Fly – Spice 1
17) New York City – Domination & D.M.A.C. (Prod by Gator Ent)
18) Kicc Down Tha Door – Kavio (Feat. C-Bo & Brotha Lynch Hung) (Prod by T-Roy)
19) Around Here - X Mob (Prod by Averexx)
20) Front & Back – Pizzo,Y oung Streets, C-Bo, Homie, AC, T-Nutty & Marvelous (Prod by Pizzo)
21) Up in Da Morning - Fire (Prod by Raw Beats)

In related news you can catch C-Bo with Young Buck and The Outlawz on tour this month, check local listings for details. West Coast Mafia Records will release "Westside Ryders III" on June 5 with the Young Bleed solo and "Westcoast Mafia Gang" albums in August. September will see the release of a "The Best Of C-Bo" greatest hits album. Stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest interviews and media.

Rud

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1179348202 - January 1, 1970 By : With the release of his debut album “The Revolution” fast approaching, Belly’s keeping the buzz going by releasing yet another song. Belly spent some time touring Canada last year with Ice Cube, Snoop, and Tha Dogg Pound. On that tour he linked up with Kurupt to record this new track titled, “I’m the man”.

The song showcases Belly and Kurupts undeniable chemistry in the booth. In the song they boast and brag about why they’re the best at what they do.

Belly declares, “I turn a couple dollars into a couple grand/ I could stand on the beach, post up and hustle sand”. Him and Kurupt keep up the energy all throughout the song. With heat like this, along with others we’ve showed you here on Dubcnn, it’s no wonder why Belly’s new album is so highly anticipated not only in Canada, but all over the world.

Download the track below:

Belly feat. Kurupt - I‘m The Man

Pick up Belly’s album “The Revolution” in stores everywhere in Canada June 5.

To check out other Belly songs we’ve premiered on Dubcnn, use the search news option at the bottom of the page.


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1179572427 - January 1, 1970 By : Rarely has there been as much controversy around a West Coast video as for Spider Loc's "Blutiful World". First the altercation on Brazil St. for the regular remix, and then the shootout at the re-remix video shoot. However the video is finally done, and was premiered last night on spiderloc.com.

The song created a pretty big buzz and was getting decent radio airplay, and the video definitely makes the song justice. A celebration of the color blue, in both song and video. Download it below:

Spider Loc - Blutiful World (Re-Remix) (15MB, Quick Time)



Nima

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1179590519 - January 1, 1970 By : Last month we brought you the cover and tracklisting of Infamous/G-Unit artist 40 Glocc's newest mixtape "That New Nigga", which is being released in conjunction with DJ Felli Fel and DJ Nik Bean. The mixtape is out on the streets now, so if you haven't picked up your copy yet, order it now by clicking here.

"That New Nigga" features both original and other people's beats (6 beats produced by Large Money Ent), and features such as 50 Cent, Mobb Deep, Bishop Lamont, Crooked I, Ras Kass, Brotha Lynch Hung, Tony Yayo, Gail Gotti, Westside Bugg, Spider Loc and many more.

Check out the tracklisting below, and click on the highlighted links to listen to preview tracks or watch videos.

1. Felli Fel Intro
2. Serial Killa Ft. 50 Cent & Prodigy
3. 1 Blood (Game Diss)
4. Where Them Hammerz At Ft. Sam Scarfo [Audio][Video]
5. Ragaytone Ft. Ras Kass & Bishop Lamont
6. Lets Gettem Ft. Gail Gotti
7. When The Yellow Bus Stop Ft. Keak Da Sneak & Jayo Felony [Audio]
8. Itz Aight Ft. Prodigy & Sam Scarfo
9. Glasses Malone Speaks
10. Gorilla City Ft. Tufflaun & Spider Loc
11. Dance Under Water Ft. Crooked I & Hot Dollar
12. Freestyle Ft. Zoo Babiez
13. Felli Fel Speaks 1
14. Riden Hi Ft. Tony Yayo
15. So Hyphy Ft. Yacc [Video]
16. Get Rich Ft. Gail Gotti
17. Whatcha Thought Ft. Prodigy, 50 Cent(Game,Fat Joe,Nas,Jadakiss Diss) [Audio]
18. Sqeeze Ft.Kokane
19. Everybody Wanna Be Me Ft. Yacc,Zoo Babiez
20. Hood Rich Ft. Mobb Deep
21. Self Made
22. Dead Wrong Ft. W/S Bugg
23. American Dreams Ft. Brotha Lynch Hung
24. If Wallz Could Talk
25. Back That Azz Up
26. Felli Fel Speaks 2
27. Game For You
28. Shake It For Me
29. Reality Show
30. N.W.A.(Game,Dip Set Diss) [Audio]
31. Pay Back (Prod. By Alchemist) [Audio]
32. All You Hear Is Ft. Kartoon [Audio]
33. Felli Fel & Nik Bean Outro

You can check out 40 Glocc's MySpace page here. Once again, to order "That New Nigga", click here.

Nima

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1179671134 - January 1, 1970 By : In a recent interview, Mike Jones said "When I asked my label who bought my album the most, they said Cali. So I had to make my new single a dedication, to show some love."

And so he did! His new single is called "My 6-4" and the hook samples Eazy-E's voice from the classic "Boyz-N-Tha-Hood" track. In addition to that he got Bun B on the song giving it up to the West, as well as Snoop Dogg dropping the third verse.

The video recently aired, and it was a nice surprise to see Mike Jones reach out to Lil Eazy-E and have him lip-synch the hook part of his dad's voice. The video came out very dope, download it below:

Mike Jones - My 6-4 (ft. Bun-B & Snoop Dogg) (8MB, Windows Media)

Mike Jones' upcoming album "American Dream" will be dropping July 10th.

Nima

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1179767485 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn recently linked up with one of the West Coast’s rising stars, Problem, for an in-depth, exclusive interview. We go into detail about his new projects, including the upcoming mixtape “The Streets Is Mine” and his group album with Kurupt and Terrace Martin. We also talk about his new single “My Life,” featuring Krys Ivory, which is making a lot of noise on the radio right now, as well as much more in this world exclusive!

To give you a taste of what Problem has to offer, Dubcnn is putting up two tracks for download!

First, we have the aforementioned radio single, “My Life,” which you may have heard on Power 106 and KDAY. Let’s get the New West movement rolling by requesting “My Life” on Power 106 right now. Send a text message to 69106, or call (818) 520-1029 to get it on the air. DJs, feel free to grab this track and put it into rotation as well.

Problem - My Life (Featuring Krys Ivory)

Next, we have the explicit version of a track we premiered last week, “All Night,” by the group collective of Problem, Terrace Martin, and Kurupt, featuring Mykestro. This version has alternate lyrics, so make sure you download it!

Problem, Terrace Martin, and Kurupt - All Night (Featuring Mykestro)

For even more on Problem, check out his Myspace page and make sure you check this image of Problem and Terrace Martin in the studio.

If you don’t already know, Problem and producer/rapper Terrace Martin have been collaborating extensively as of late. Keep checking back this week for more music and news from Problem and Terrace Martin, as this is just the first update in a series of exclusives right here on Dubcnn!

Exclusive Interview With Problem (May 2007)

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1179875293 - January 1, 1970 By : That's right, I told everyone we would be back with more news on Terrace Martin and Problem this week, so get ready for another dope exclusive feature!

Dubcnn recently sat down with one of the hottest young producers, not just on the West Coast, but in music, Mr. Terrace Martin, for an extensive interview. In this world exclusive, we cover a variety of topics, including Terrace's new pre-album/mixtape that he is putting together with Snoop Dogg and DJ Skee, his label situation with Warner Brothers, and his inspiration for making good music. This is a very informative interview for those of you who are interested in making it in the hip-hop business, so be sure to check it out!

Exclusive Interview with Terrace Martin (May 2007)

Terrace Martin With His Piano (Photo)

Also, if you've been sleeping on the interview we dropped yesterday with Problem, then make sure you check it out here.

We're not done yet with this week of exclusives from these two talented individuals. Keep checking back for another surprise later on in the week, right here on Dubcnn!

Eddie Gurrola

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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.



Nima

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1180097786 - January 1, 1970 By : Streetball is bigger and better than ever and coming to a court near you! The trash-talking. The sizzling one-on-one face-offs. The crazy dunks; Streetball has been rejuvenated, the excitement is back and fans can get closer than ever to the action this year with the launch of the 30-city arena Ball4Real Streetball Tour.

Presented by Mountain Dew, the tour features top stars made famous on ESPN’s "Streetball," the best streetball players in the world.


The tour kicks off on June 1, 2007 in Seattle, WA at the Key Arena and culminates in the ultimate showdown at the world famous Madison Square Garden in New York City on August 25, 2007.

Brought to you by the masterminds and basketball talent behind the previous years’ AND 1 Mixtape Tour, the electrifying Ball4Real Streetball Tour is nothing but real: the members of this tour are not just players in the game. They own the game. Lisa Fusco – former GM of the AND 1 Mixtape Tour – and the game’s hottest streetball players founded and own Streetball Entertainment and the Ball4Real Tour, which means they answer to no one but the game and the fans of the game. It doesn’t get any more real than that!

Also real is the philanthropic mission of Streetball Entertainment, which will give back in every city along the tour, with top players stopping in at local YMCAs and community centers, engaging in various forms of community outreach. Ball4Real will play in the biggest and best venues in the country, but will pay homage to the streets where all the players got their start by offering fans arena-level play at playground prices, with lower level tickets ranging from $10-$30. This same community spirit informs the Block Party, a free event in conjunction with the tour featuring a live DJ, a car show, food, prizes, merchandise, interactive activities, and much more…but most importantly great streetball action with local hotshots competing against the streetballers for a shot at the big game and ultimately a $100,000 Ball4Real contract.

Inside world-class arenas thousands of fans can see their favorite players formerly on ESPN’s “Streetball” as part of the revolutionary, brand new, player-owned Streetball Entertainment Ball4Real Tour. Players include AO, Main Event, Spyda, 50, ½ Man ½ Amazing, Shane the Dribbling Machine, Circus, Special FX, I’ll Be Right Back, Killa Kirby, High Octane, Pharmacist, Coach Steve Burtt and Mr. 720 (formerly Air Up There), who performed the first-ever 720º dunk during a game in Houston last season!

Streetball Entertainment is revamping streetball and taking it to the next level through the formation of Streetball Entertainment and the Ball4Real Streetball Tour, coming to a city near you this summer!

To view the full Ball4Real Streetball Tour 2007 dates and locations visit the official Ball4Real website where you can book tickets for any of the locations. Dubcnn has linked up with the people being Ball4Real Streetball to present an array of video media and news over the coming weeks; stay tuned!

Rud

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1180113903 - January 1, 1970 By : Interscope Records has just informed us that 50 Cent's highly anticipated "Curtis" album, originally schedueld for a June 26th release, has been pushed back to September 4th. 50 Cent released this statement to explain the move: “I’m an international artist. My fans worldwide deserve to receive my album at the same time as my fans here in the US . Taking that into consideration, moving the album to September was a necessary course of action.”

Stay tuned for more news on 50 Cent, right here on Dubcnn.

Eddie Gurrola

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1180165827 - January 1, 1970 By : Mike Jones is back on July 10th with his latest album "American Dream." Earlier this week we put up the video to his current single from that album, "My 6-4", which features an Eazy-E voice sample from "Boyz-N-Tha-Hood."

The track features Bun B and Snoop Dogg as well as the son of Eazy-E, Lil Eazy-E lip-synching his fathers voice. The video can be downloaded once again below.

Mike Jones - My 6-4 (Feat. Bun B & Snoop Dogg) (8MB, Windows Media)

Today we are back with another version of the video that was recently released via Mike Jones' YouTube channel. The video this time also includes Money $tack$ (played by comedian Alex Thomas) as well as behind the scenes shots from the production of the video.

Mike Jones - My 6-4 (Feat. Money $tack$, Bun B & Snoop Dogg) (YouTube)

When asked about the recent single Mike Jones said; "When I asked my label who bought my album the most, they said Cali. So I had to make my new single a dedication, to show some love." Don't forget Mike Jones' "American Dream" hits stores July 10.

Rud

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1180167526 - January 1, 1970 By : Early this month saw the first dubcnn update on the latest solo offering from XL Middleton. The ever present, material releasing, fan favourite; has been hard at work in the studio finishing his latest solo album "Barliament Drunkadelic" that is now due for release on September 25, 2007.

In that update [see; XL Middleton Readies "Barliament Drunkadelic"] we released the single from the album entitled "I Don't Like You" featuring Bo$$ in which they tackle the lack of direction in Hip-Hop at present.


Today we are back with a track that sees a collaboration many have wanted for some time. XL Middleton recently recruited fellow fan favourite Crooked I for his album and they recorded a cut called "Major" also featuring Black. This is a record sure to have fans of both these artists clamouring, download and take a listen below.

XL Middleton - Major (Feat. Crooked I & Black)

Enjoy the music and make sure you head over to the Dubcnn Community to drop feedback on the release as well as speaking to XL Middleton himself. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on "Barliament Drunkadelic" that is set to feature artists including Crooked I, Dr. Stank, Bo-Rocc, Clinton Wayne, Sly Boogyand Shade Sheist.

Rud

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1180479367 - January 1, 1970 By : RA RA NTRtainment is pleased to introduce Supa Nova Slom. Supa Nova is a hip hop artist with a movement: Unify the Hood, Heal the Hood —the title of his forthcoming debut release. The first single off the album is "G's Up Salute" featuring The Game and Jadakiss.

Coming fresh out of Brooklyn, Supa Nova's album has already started to gain traction, as has his call for social healing: after spending his teenage years running with gangs, Supa Nova had a wake-up call.

Before long, he found a better way of life and started taking it to the streets. His DVD/CD combo release, Holistic Wellness for A Hip Hop Generation has sold over 100,000 copies and continues to fly off the shelves. BET.com has noted it as "a documentary that is going to teach self-improvement to the hip hop generation."

Supa Nova has already proven that he has the mind of a CEO and the heart of a healer. With his debut album, he's bringing his skills as an MC front and center. Unify the Hood, Heal the Hood showcases a cast of hip hop's elite—on top of Jadakiss and The Game, Supa Nova is joining forces with Ice-T, Dead Prez, Erykah Badu, and others.

"You know what time it is, " Unify the Hood, Heal the Hood" is how it's going down…Real talk...I Love It." – JADAKISS

"I'm ridin' or dyin' with my homie, Supa Nova..."Unify the Hood, Heal the Hood "— that's what you should be doing!" – ICE-T

Supa Nova Slom F/ Jadakiss & The Game - G's Up Salute :
WMA streams:
G's Up Salute (Main)
G's Up Salute (Clean)
G's Up Salute (Instrumental)
G's Up Salute (Acapella)
MP3 stream:
G's Up Salute

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1180548447 - January 1, 1970 By : Boost Mobile Rock Corps (BMRC), the national youth volunteerism movement that has motivated more than 19,000 young people to get involved and help their communities, today announced that recording artists Busta Rhymes, Young Jeezy, Rick Ross, Eve, Rich Boy, Lil Wayne and host Nick Cannon are to perform at this year’s concert series with the second-annual BMRC concert in Atlanta.

The concert will reward 3,000 hard-working local youth who have volunteered four hours of community service through BMRC to earn tickets to the event.

RockCorps, an organization harnessing the power of music to inspire volunteerism, and Boost Mobile, a wireless telecommunications brand dedicated to boosting the lives of today’s youth, continue their highly successful partnership for the third year in a row. BMRC exposes young people to simple and fun ways they can proactively contribute to their neighborhoods and positively transform society. Combining the power of music, community and volunteerism, Boost Mobile RockCorps will offer entrance to the year’s most popular concerts for which the only way in is to earn tickets by contributing four hours of volunteer service. BMRC concerts will be concluding in New York City on October 6.

Busta Rhymes, Young Jeezy, Rick Ross, Eve, Rich Boy, Lil Wayne, and host Nick Cannon will also be performing at the Boost Mobile Rock Corps Concert on Saturday June 9, at Atlanta's Fox Theatre. Show begins at 8PM.

Fox Theatre: 660 Peachtree Street NE, @ Ponce de Leon NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30308
Media Check In will be at the Stage Door Entrance on Ponce de Leon NE Between Peachtree Street NE and W. Peachtree St NW

To become involved in Boost Mobile RockCorps please call 888-ROCK-889 or log onto www.boostmobilerockcorps.com

Dubcnn and Boost Mobile Rock Corps have also teamed up to give away a limited number of BMRC prize packs which include: "Got 2 Give 2 Get" T-shirt, Poster autographed by Rick Ross, Young Jeezy - The Inspiration CD, USDA - "White Girl" CD single, Cornerstone Mixtape, Suite 903 | DJ Moni, USDA Bandana & Boost Mobile Rockcorps cinch bag.(BMRC Prize Pack)

Please click here to access the Boost Mobile Rock Corps contest page.

JustinL

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1180779095 - January 1, 1970 By : Since making his online debut right here on dubcnn back in June 2005 the MC formally known as Blunts LLA has steadily been climbing the ladder of success. Although the name he goes by may has changed; the ethos, work ethic and unarguable talent he possesses remain the same. Omar Cruz is finally getting ready to unveil himself to the world.

Following the string of mixtape releases he has put out since 2005, including "Blow: The Final Chapter" and more recently the DJ Skee collaborations "The Cruzifixion" and "2007 B.C. (Before Cruz)" [see; Omar Cruz - 2007 B.C. (Before Cruz) Mixtape Download], Omar Cruz has earned recognition and finally a 50/50 record deal with BYI/Interscope/Geffen to release his debut album; "Sign Of The Cruz" due later this year.

Today we are back with a recently released video clip of Omar Cruz and fellow Geffen labelmate The Game in the studio knocking out a track for the his debut album. The clip, which can be seen by clicking here, is the first in a line of promotional material that will be shown leading up to the release of "Sign Of The Cruz." As ever stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on Omar Cruz over the coming months.

Rud

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1180872273 - January 1, 1970 By : The #1 Spot For Album Credits, Dubcnn's own; The Vault is back up to date, with info on a lot of recent and upcoming releases.

The summer looks set to be hectic, The Vault got info on the following upcoming releases:

50 Cent's Curtis got pushed back to early September, but at least it features production from Dr.Dre, Eminem, Jake One, Akon, Havoc, Timbaland, etc.


Beanie Sigel's been dissing Game, Kanye, Pharrell and Dipset lately, to set up his album The Solution, coming this summer, with features/production from Scott Storch, Akon, Sha Money XL, Just Blaze, Three 6 Mafia and more. Common's Finding Forever is also heavily anticipated, with production from Kanye West, J.Dilla, Will.I.Am, and features from Nas, Dwele, D'Angelo & Bilal. July 10th is the date.

DJ Khaled is ready with the star-packed We The Best compilation, with production from Danja, The Runners, Scott Storch, Swizz Beatz, Cool & Dre, and more. Guestlist consists of nothing less than Akon, T.I., Rick Ross, Fat Joe, Lil' Wayne, The Game, Jadakiss, Ludacris, Styles P., Bone Thugs, Cassidy, just to name a few. Comes out June 12th. Fabolous's From Nothin' To Somethin' should also be out June 12th, with production from Reefa, Akon, Timbaland, Just Blaze, J.D., Polow Da Don, and features from Jay-Z, T-Pain, Pusha T, etc.

Mike Jones looks set to drop The American Dream, with production from Scott Storch, Mannie Fresh, Danja, Mike Diesel, and features from Snoop Dogg, Bun-B, T.I., Slim Thug, etc. Pharoahe Monch's long awaited Desire is finally coming out, with production from himself, The Alchemist, Denaun Porter, Black Milk, and more.

Swizz Beatz is finishing up his One Man Band Man, with production from himself, Buckwild, Kanye West, Just Blaze, DJ Scratch, The Individuals, and features from Bone Thugs, Cassidy, Coldplay, Eve, Fabolous, DMX, Mary J. Blige, Q-Tip and more. Rihanna might not be hiphop, but her album Good Girl Gone Bad features production from Timbaland, J.R., Neo Da Matrix & Stargate, and features Jay-Z & Ne-Yo.

T.I.'s upcoming album T.I. vs T.I.P. looks set to be another smash hit, with production from Mannie Fresh, Wyclef Jean, Khao, Danja, Eminem, The Runners, Just Blaze, etc, and features from Jay-Z, Eminem, R.Kelly, Akon, and more.

As for releases that is already out, Bone Thugs N Harmony's Strength & Loyalty just hit #2 on the Billboards. The album features production from The Individuals, Swizz Beatz, Akon, Neo, J.D., Ty Fyffe, DJ Toomp, etc. Features Twista, Akon, Mariah Carey, The Game, and more.

Paul Wall came out with Get Money, Stay True a little while ago.

R.Kelly is crossing over to hiphop on his Double Up, mostly produced by himself, with a little help from The Runners, Khao, Polow Da Don & Lil Ronnie. Guests on the album; Snoop Dogg, T.I., Chamillionaire, Ludacris, Usher, T-Pain, etc. Styles P. came out with Ghost Sessions, without further ado, production from Large Professor, Fizzy Womack, Emile & Street Radio, features from AZ, Kool G Rap, J-Hood, Joell Ortiz & Cormega.

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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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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1180960779 - January 1, 1970 By : When your the youngest protégés of the original Penthouse Players Clique your certain to get noticed and its important to come out swinging. Thats exactly what the group who we are ready to premiere to the world today are doing; and they are not here to disappoint.

The Young Giantz consist of Deuce Mac and Bigg Joe West aged 22 and 20 respectively both of whom are the sons of West Coast legend Playa Hamm. The duo have been writing and recording together for some time now and are finally ready to step into the public eye and have their music heard with the backing of their father Playa Hamm.

When asked about the name Young Giantz they referred us to Webster's Collegiate Dictionary which definites a "Giant" as "a legendary being of great stature and strength, of more than mere mortal powers..." - a definition they want to impress upon you with their new single.

Being the first release from the P Suite, a company built of long standing industry veterans and experience, the Young Giantz have a wealth of expertease at their disposal. Currently working on their debut EP which is set to feature production from up-and-coming beats masters including Qluso, Boogaloo and Bokie Loc as well as established producers DJ Battlecat, Blaqthoven and I-Roc.

With the researgence of the West Coast their primary aim, they have set their stall out on the EP's lead single with intent. "Weeest!" features hard hitting, bass heavy, crisp production from Battlecat affiliate Qluso - with equally vicious lyrics and killer flows from this undeniably talented duo. "Weeest" also features Playa Hamm on the chorus and is a track that deserves attention and spins; with that in mind we have it for exclusive download below.

Young Giantz - Weeest! (Feat. Playa Hamm)

We are asking that all Radio/Mixtape DJ's download this and utilise it where possible and that fans let everyone know about the Young Giantz and direct them to Dubcnn for the exclusive audio and news. We will be keeping you updated on their debut EP over the coming months leading up to its release.

Rud

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1181147030 - January 1, 1970 By : World-renowned DJs Skee & Reflex have officially announced The Takeover radio show on Power 106, Los Angeles' number one station. Launching tonight (06/06/07), listeners can tune in every Wednesday at midnight to hear the latest in new music alongside interviews with the biggest artists in the world.

"Reflex and Skee have their ears to the street and have cultivated strong relationships with many of the most credible hip hop stars of today...and tomorrow!


They will keep up the great Power 106 tradition of Hip Hop exclusives, World Premieres, and the one of a kind artist interviews that our listeners have come to expect from Power 106!" stated Jimmy Steal, VP of Emmis Programming/Power 106 Program Director in a recent Press Release.

"The Takeover is a great opportunity for us to help usher in a new era in hip hop", said DJ Reflex. "It's great that Power 106 has recognized our movement in the streets and is allowing us to showcase it commercially on air" explained DJ Skee.

The Take Over will officially debut tonight with guest appearances from The Game, Snoop Dogg, and more stopping by to celebrate the launch. Check out the official The TakeOver MySpace page for the latest information.

Rud

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1181207085 - January 1, 1970 By : San Diego has been the breeding ground of talented artists for some time now and today we have the pleasure of introducing someone who hopes to add to the ranks of MC's next to blow.

24 year old Clayton Scott commonly known as Skeez grew up in the Southeast side of San Diego, California and developed his love for Hip-Hop from an early age. From Break Dancing at the age of three to freestyling at twelve, Skeez became more and more involved in the artform, at the age of 15 he was participating in and winning various street battles - Skeez was even runner up at the Source Unsigned Hype And1 tour when it passed though San Diego.

"Many people I meet know me from battles at the Shamrock and on the beach. Taking money and hurting feelings," recalls Skeez. The notoriety he gained locally led him to a job with San Diego’s #1 Hip Hop radio station Z90, hosting parties and promotional events. In 2004 and 2005 Skeez performed at The House of Blues opening for Grammy winning Bone Thugs-N-Harmony as well as performances alongside Frankie J, Baby Bash, J-Kwon, Lil’ Jon, Pitbull and Ying Yang Twins. He was also a feature performer at Spring Break in Rosarito that same year.

With the birth of his son Hasani in 2005 and the sudden death of his mother in 2006, life’s hardships and added responsibilities refueled his desire to bring his passion, creativity and prowess to the masses. Having linked back up with childhood friend Tytanik, as well as Mike Wheelz, G.O.S., Mac Shawn and Chris Barclay they formed the collective The Enterprise which has been making noise around San Diego.

Moving into 2007 saw the buzz continue with the release of his mixtape and album sampler entitled "The Awakening" [download at DatPiff] which is set to lead up to the release of his planned debut album "Follow Me" due in the Summer. Skeez is currently on a mini promotional tour through San Diego called the No Passport Needed Tour as well as shows where he is opening for Keak Da Sneak and Too Short.

Below we have three tracks to sample from Skeez that are set to be on his debut album "Follow Me" due later in the Summer. One is the Czar Beatz produced "Do That," the albums lead single, and the hard hitting "My System" produced by Tommy Redding. The third track is "Muthaf-cka" or "Mutha Mutha" (Radio Version) that is produced by DJ Happee (Z90.3/Bumsquad DJ's).

Skeez - Do That (Produced By Czar Beats)
Skeez - My System (Produced By Tommy Redding)
Skeez - Muthaf-cka (Produced By DJ Happee)

In related news Skeez is currently in talks with Black Shield Entertainment of Atlanta regarding his management and is already in the process of working with the renowned Slip N Slide Records to be their "On the Grind" artist which will include a mixtape feature and radio play. We also just got word that DJ EFN will be hosting his next mixtape titled "619 To Da 305: The Initiation."

Stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest news and audio from Skeez, until then make sure you check him out at his official MySpace page.

Rud

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1181346646 - January 1, 1970 By : We've got a brand new video from 40 Glocc for ya'll today, and I advise everybody reading this to take the time to watch it. The song is called "Lord Help Us", and is one of the deepest songs I've heard in a minute.

"It's just a song from my heart and will be released to radio accross everywhere. I made if for the world to show people what's goin on with our lives and giv'em a lil history lesson and show them that after the club and the dancing, welcome back to the real world, where there are no exotic cars and jewelry."

You can watch the video on YouTube by clicking below:

40 Glocc - Lord Help Us (YouTube Video)

Enjoy the track, and if you haven't yet, make sure to pick up 40 Glocc's latest mixtape "That New Nigga". Check out 40 Glocc on MySpace by clicking here.

Nima

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1181591586 - January 1, 1970 By : As announced a few months ago, Bay Area rappers Big Rich and Balance have connected for a duo mix CD called "Da Unda Dogs". The CD will be dropping on July 3rd exclusively at all Rasputin locations for the first month, with a limited edition printing.

After that, on August 3rd, they will release it for free download here on dubcnn.com. Two songs from the project have been leaked so far, "Speakers On Blap" and "That's Wassup", featuring Mistah FAB on a verse. Incase you haven't heard those songs yet, check them out below:

Balance & Big Rich - Speakers On Blap
Balance & Big Rich - That's Wassup (ft. Mistah FAB)

The two songs are just an appetizer of the 17-track deep CD, which will feature appearances by Ya Boy, Scipio, Glasses Malone, Planet Asia, Mistah FAB, Traxxamillion, Papoose, Coolio Da Unda Dogg, Kaz Kyzah, Dutch, Big Tuck, Hoodstars, Nio The Gift, Devo and more. Production will be handle d by Iconz, Traklordz, Midi Mafia, Automatikk, Scandel, Traxxamillion, Drasticmatter, and all tracks are mixed by DJ Rick Lee.

On "Da Unda Dogs", you will also be introduced to Balance's new artist Ahku, as well as Big Rich's 3 Story Music click. So be sure to go cop the album on July 3rd, or wait for the internet release here on dubcnn.com.

Nima

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1181693640 - January 1, 1970 By : One might expect an up and coming rapper to capitalize off the attempt on his life, but Young Dumm wants his message to be clear "There's no amount of money that will bring you back from death". He continues, "I wasn't in a coma and I didn't walk out of the hospital. I rolled out of there in a wheelchair thanking God I was still alive". The product of an unstable home and gang culture in Compton California makes him a man of the streets, intimately familiar with its codes and its violence.

Young Dumm refuses to let these life etrocities hinder him and wants you to get his story straight from the horses mouth in a fourthcoming DVD, titled State Raised. "I'm an entrepreneur by definition. Whether it be a full featured album or a DVD, I'm a walking opportunity. Right now i'm just trying to organize resources to help take advantage of the opportunity".

For those expecting to be pulled into a fabricated world of drug deals gone bad, fictionalized characters, and the lifestyles of Tony Montanna should be forwarned. Young Dumm wants you to party and have a good time hence his popular song, "West Coast Margarita" where he introduces a new drink in his smooth melodic Compton dialect over a Lil Rob beat. "I'm not here to justify my Gangsterism. I have nothing to prove. I'm not trying to get in this game and go ass out backwards by catching cases and gaining more enemies than I already have. Exploiting my story is one thing but living it is another. Being able to share my music and story with the masses is a blessing."

Dubcnn is bringing you three tracks from Young Dumm. These are the aforementioned "West Coast Margarita", along with the left coast anthem "West Coast" and "All Grown Up", a track over Jay-Z's "30 Something".

Young Dumm - West Coast
Young Dumm - West Coast Margarita
Young Dumm - All Grown Up

Fore more info on Young Dumm, visit his MySpace page.

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1181852739 - January 1, 1970 By : The Ball 4 Real Streetball Tour is in full swing, hitting major cities across the United States all summer long. We recently had the chance to speak with one of the ballers on the tour, Spyda, and he filled us in on everything you need to know about the most exciting streetball event in recent memory.

Spyda was born in Inglewood, California, and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. He played with And 1 for 5 years, and then played in the ABA for three years as well. “You know, it’s just off and on streetball and professional game,” he says of his career. He was also featured on the ESPN reality series “Streetball” from 2004-2006, along with many other players currently on the tour. “The ESPN “Streetball” show was great. It helped me promote myself, and showcase my talent, and I want to say ‘thanks a lot!’”

The Ball 4 Real company is owned by the players themselves, which allows for complete freedom amongst the team to decide on how the tour plays out. When asked about his goal for the tour, Spyda said, “We plan on taking Ball 4 Real all the way to the top. We’re letting everybody know we’re the best ballers in the world, [and] we’re owners of our own company, so we’re [just] not basketball players – we’re businessmen.” The course of action is “basically going in and out of [the] cities and shutting it down, and letting everyone know that Ball 4 Real is here.”

The streetballers know that it’s important to give back to the fans, and they are doing just that, with a huge cash prize giveaway at the end of the tour. “We’re giving away $100,000 to a contest winner in [Madison Square] Garden on the August 25th. $100,000? I think nobody wants to pass that up!” The players are also giving back to the community by stopping at local outreach centers in every single city they play at. “We’re giving back to every city we go to. It’s not a must, and what we have to do - it’s what we want to do. That’s where we came from, so we’re just giving back.”

The Ball 4 Real Tour promises plenty of hip-hop flavor, with a DJ spinning tracks throughout the course of the game. Spyda is a big fan of hip-hop, citing Snoop Dogg and 50 Cent as his favorite artists. DJ Quik and AMG, collectively known as The Fixxers, have hopped on the tour for the California dates, and Spyda was excited by their presence. “It’s great to see DJ Quik [and AMG on the tour.] They’ve been showcasing their talent forever, and [they] will always be around in the rap game.”

Spyda promises to “keep it rolling and shut it down, and let everybody know ‘Spyda does what Spyda do.’ Our game is fantastic, it’s fast breaking, [and] it’s a lot of moves. It’s entertainment from the jump off, all the way to [when] the zero hits the clock in the second half.”

With an exciting basketball game, and a performance from two of the West Coast’s finest, the Ball 4 Real Tour is a safe bet for a great night out. “I just want everybody to come out and check the Ball4Real [tour.] Go to Ball4Real.com and just check it out. Don’t forget, we’re coming to a city near you!”

Go check out the Ball 4 Real Tour on June 15th at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, and on June 16th at the Home Depot Center in Los Angeles. The Fixxers will be performing at those dates as well. Go to Ball4Real.com for more information, and check back later in the week when we bring you a new video interview with Quik and AMG, and another special surprise involving The Fixxers and this tour, right here on Dubcnn!

Eddie Gurrola

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1182042515 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn is back with some world exclusive downloads from WC's highly anticipated upcoming solo album "Guilty By Affiliation", which is dropping August 14th. Those of you who tuned in to DJ Skee's radio show last night heard the songs on the radio, and now you get the chance to download them exclusively right here on dubcnn, courtesy of DJ Crazy Toones and WC.

The first track is called "Westcoast Voodoo", a certified West Coast banger, featuring The Game. The production comes from Hallway Productions, a young duo consisting of Teak Tha Beatsmith and De Underdue, who already blessed us with "Child Support" on "Laugh Now, Cry Later".

Download the song in dirty or clean version below:

WC - Westcoast Voodoo (ft. The Game) (Dirty Version)

WC - Westcoast Voodoo (ft. The Game) (Clean Version)

The second track is the B-Side to the "Westcoast Voodoo" single and is called "Addicted To It". This is another Teak Tha Beatsmith and De Underdue production, with Ice Cube handling the hook. Dub straight up kills this one, his flow is nuts. Download below:

WC - Addicted To It (ft. Ice Cube) (Dirty Version)

WC - Addicted To It (ft. Ice Cube) (Clean Version)

Bang the songs and spread them around, any DJ reading this, grab the clean version and play the hell out of it! Be on the look out for new interviews with WC and Crazy Toones dropping on dubcnn very soon! WC "Guilty By Affiliation" in stores August 14th!

Nima

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1182297412 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn visitors should be familiar with One-2 and his international crew Xpand by now. One-2 and his two childhood friends Aryn from France and Charon from Germany kept a close relationship over the years even though they were living thousands of miles apart, and Xpand represents their bond.

Today we have an exclusive new joint from One-2, who is currently working on his third mixtape, as well as a track from Aryn who raps in french. The One-2 track is strictly for the fans, this will not be on the mixtape, grab it while it's hot:

One-2 - The One

The Aryn track features the reggae artist Skaya on the hook and is some real heartfelt music. Even if you don't speak french, don't hesitate on downloading this, good music is good music, no matter the language. Aryn recently moved to L.A. and is currently recording with One-2. Download "Y'a Pas Moyen" below:

Aryn - Y'a Pas Moyen (ft. Skaya)

Enjoy the songs, and stay tuned for more music from Xpand soon!

MySpaces: One-2 | Aryn

Nima

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1182374650 - January 1, 1970 By : In march, you saw Big Wy connect with G. Malone and Jay Rock on the street banger "2 Step", and now we're back with a new Big Wy collaboration track, this time with West Coast Mafia/Cashville artist C-Bo, and CTE's own 211.

The song is called "Push Me", and is on some straight raw gangsta sh*t, as Tha Relativez fans will be relieved to hear. To download this So. Cal/No. Cal/South collabo, click below:

Big Wy - Push Me (ft. C-Bo & 211)

The song will be featured on Big Wy's mixtape-turned album "Hood Hitchcock" coming soon, we'll keep you updated.

Nima

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1182450729 - January 1, 1970 By : We can't go a day without bringing you some world exclusive music! The track we're bringing you today is real special, as it represents the connection between Cali and Philly. A new crew was recently formed, consisting of Jayo Felony, 40 Glocc, Baby Down and Baby Scar from the West, and Tek Nizzle and AK from Philly.

Anybody who heard the Tangled Thoughts "Philly 2 Cali" album already knows about their rhyming skills, and Tek's extraordinary production capabilities. There is no need to mention who Jayo Felony and 40 Glocc are, and Baby Down from L.A. and Baby Scar from Skyline, San Diego are some young fire spitters.

The first track they did is called "Take A Ride" and features Jayo Felony, Tek Nizzle, 40 Glocc and Baby Down. They're a crew, but not everybody has to be featured on every track for it to work, kind of like how the Wu-Tang works. The vintage West Coast beat is a Tek Nizzle production, make sure to download the song below:

Da Bidness - Take A Ride (Jayo Felony, Tek Nizzle, Baby Down & 40 Glocc)

I don't think that anybody that heard this track needs me to tell them to look out for more music from Da Bidness, the music is self explanatory. We briefly caught up with Jayo and Tek to speak about the project:

"Da Bidness is a mixture of the best of the west, as well as Philly all in one group. It's gonna be west coast tracks and you hear that Philly accent and that west coast shit together it's like something new. We sound good as fuck together", Jayo said about the crew.

Tek went on to explain "We droppin' tha mixtape real soon. Jayo's been goin' hard tryna put this thing togetha so we goin' just as hard. From the first record we did togetha we knew we had to do a group project. Jayo's a vet, but still as hungry as ever. AK is my evil twin. He's a monster! Baby Down & Baby Scar are young west coast gunners. I'm feelin' what they bring to tha table stylistically. And 40 Glocc's involved with the project as well, so u already know what it is."

Sounds like a promising project, let's hope something actually comes out of this, because I know a lot of you are like "new groups are being formed every day on the West, but nothing comes out!" If this first track is anything to go by, Da Bidness have a lot of potential and should bring us some great music! Keep it locked right here on dubcnn for more news soon.

Nima

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1182451947 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn had the great opportunity of hooking up with one half of the legendary Texas group UGK, Bun B, for an in-depth interview. Throughout the interview, we touched on a series of difference topics. Of course, we talk about the UGK album and the new single with Outkast "Internation Players Anthem".

We also touch on Bun's connection with the West Coast, how the rap fans as well as rap artists have changed with the development of technology, problems in the hood as far as people not taking responsibility and educating the youngsters, which artists Bun is currently listening to (Bun showed Crooked I a lot of love!), as well as much much more in this exclusive interview.

To read or listen to the interview, click below:

Exclusive Interview With Bun B (June '07)

Enjoy the interview and be on the look out for "Underground Kingz" July 17th!

Nima

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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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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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1182877742 - January 1, 1970 By : The long-awaited Mitchy Slick and Messy Marv collaboration album, "Messy Slick," drops today, and to celebrate the release of the album, we've got another exclusive feature for all the Mitchy fans out there!

Dubcnn was invited to chop it up with Mitchy Slick in his neighborhood of Southeast San Diego, where we conducted a two-part video interview. In addition to seeing the surroundings in which all the songs he writes actually take place, viewers will also hear details on his new album projects, including the Mitchy/Messy Marv collaboration album, "Messy Slick," a new collaboration album with Damu, and a new solo album, entitled "48 Hours On Gang Street." We also speak about his relationship with producer J Wells, and he tells us about the game he soaked up from hip-hop legend Sir Jinx. Check out the interview below, and props to Inspire for editing this one!

Exclusive Video Feature With Mitchy Slick [Part 1] (June 2007)

Be on the lookout for part two of this video feature dropping later this week on Dubcnn. In the meantime, head over to siccness.net and pick up a copy of "Messy Slick."

Eddie Gurrola

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1182964966 - January 1, 1970 By : Shade Sheist and NUNE are back with another edition of their PYO Show on SWURV Radio, which airs tonight at 6 PM PST. On tonight's show, they've got special guest Bishop Lamont to appear on the program and drop some knowledge for the listeners! Bishop will be speaking on "all issues," according to Shade Sheist, "including, but not limited to the "Detox" album."

Tonight, Sheist and NUNE will also be holding the first in a series of "over the airwaves" music industry seminars. Sheist comments, "if you tune in you will be acquiring very valuable information that you need to know in order to survive in [this] fast-paced and very political game."

Shade also adds this, "I told you it was over.. I told you we were only working with the best.. Sometimes you just gotta go to your "Doctor" and see what's wrong with you."

The show is highly recommended, and you cannot miss it tonight! Head over to SWURV Radio's site to stream the show live, and look out for more news on Shade Sheist, NUNE, Bishop Lamont, and the PYO Show right here on Dubcnn.

Link to flyer for the show!

Eddie Gurrola

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1183469100 - January 1, 1970 By : Today we are back with another interview as part of the ever growing Dangerous Crew Movement series prompted by our forum community.

At the end of May we caught up with DJ Pizo for an exclusive two-part interview. Today we are back with the second installment of this world exclusive with "The Beat Fixer" himself. In Part 2 we delve further into the Dangerous Crew, talk about Bad N-Fluenz, his upcoming projects as well as getting his feelings on the the Westcoast scene and Hip-Hop as a whole today.

Exclusive Interview With DJ Pizo (Part II) (May 2007)

Enjoy this latest feature and stay tuned for more interviews from our Dangerous Crew series. Don't forget to check, if you havent already, our previous features which include; Shorty B (Part 1 & Part 2), Pee Wee, Sean G and many more.

Rud

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1183469818 - January 1, 1970 By : Last year we kept all our readers steadily updated on the latest installment of the ever popular "Grand Theft Audio" mixtap series. The release of Volume 3 "Real West Coast Radio" in mid 2006 saw them move well over 40,000 copies and continue the rich, independent tradition that Put YourSelf Out have forged.

Today we are pleased to announce we have been given the exclusive free download of the full compilation to present to our readers.


"Grand Theft Audio Volume 3: Real West Coast Radio" is a mix of interpolations and new music with featured artists including Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E., RedRum, Young Life, 50 Cent, Tupac, Notorious BIG, Nate Dogg, Hi-C, AMG and many more. To grab this Dubcnn Download exclusive follow the link to the page below where you can view the full tracklist and covers as well as sample tracks and download the entire release.

Dubcnn Presents: PYO - Grand Theft Audio 3: Real Westcoast Radio (Free Download)

Stay tuned for more news and audio from the Put YourSelf Out camp right here on Dubcnn. In the meantime please continue to support Put YourSelf Out, Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E. with their ever popular Swurv Radio show every week.

Rud

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1183623976 - January 1, 1970 By : Tallahassee-based MC and vocalist T-Pain has come some way from his early days in the Nappy Headz. Since securing a contract with Akon on his Jive-distributed Kovict Muzik label T-Pain released his debut solo album "Rappa Ternt Sanga" in December 2005 and on June 5 2007, released his sophomore album "Epiphany."

The second single from the new album is the Akon featured "Bartender" which hit radio stations in late May and peaked on the Billboard Hot 100 in mid June. Today we can feature a remix to the track which features a verse from Shade Sheist, a track put together at the request of T-Pain's management.

T-Pain - Bartender (Remix) (Feat. Shade Sheist & Akon)

Don't forget "Epiphany" is out now, please ensure you support by buying the record. For those of you wanting to know more about T-Pain ensure you check out our exclusive interview with him from last year. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Shade Sheist and the PYO movement.

Rud

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1183627038 - January 1, 1970 By : With his overt sociopolitical/spiritual stance, somewhat rare for a West Coast rapper, Kam's angst-ridden brand of hardcore rap helped set the mark by which other socially-conscious emcees would be judged.

Originally affiliated with Ice Cube, Kam's releases appeared sporadically, initially debuting on the Boyz N the Hood soundtrack (Every Single Weekend), and then releasing his first solo album, "Neva Again" (1993, on East/West Atlantic Records).


His powerful sophomore release, "Made in America" was released to critical acclaim in 1995, although a lack of commitment from the Label, due to the merger between Warner/Elektra/Atlantic (WEA), and his political stance at the time, eventually led to his departure.

The talk surrounding his latest album, which will be his fourth album - the follow up to 2001's "Kamnesia," has been ongoing for many years now. "Self & Kind" was originally announced and then completed some years ago however problems arose that saw the long awaited project scrapped. Today however, with his recent alignment with Snoop Dogg and his new group Warzone alongside Goldie Loc & MC Eiht, "Self & Kind" is back on the agenda.

Already well under production the album is set to feature Snoop Dogg, Nate Dogg, Tyrese, The Game, Akon and other heavyweights with production set to come from DJ Pooh, BattleCat, Sir Jinx and even Dr. Dre. Only time will tell how this release comes together and when it gets released however we are confident "Self & Kind" will see the light of day later this year.

Today we can provide a track set to feature on the album that has been floating around for a few weeks now that features Kam's brother Yung Bruh on a cut called "Dirty West." We have both the Dirty & Radio versions available for download below, DJ's make sure you get a copy and help promote Kam and "Self & Kind."

Kam - Dirty West (Dirty)
Kam - Dirty West (Radio)

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news on Kam and "Self & Kind."

Rud

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1183662586 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn recently linked up with Detroit-based producer/MC Black Milk for an exclusive interview. In this in-depth feature we cover many topics, including a look back into the early days of his career working with Slum Village, and his search for a trademark sound with his production. We also go into detail about the highly anticipated “Caltroit” duo album with Bishop Lamont. Milk shares his experiences in the studio making the album, tells us about how he originally met Bishop, and gives us some insight into what can expect from the project. We also talk about his upcoming international tour, and how hip-hop reaches people from all over the world. Check out the interview below.

Exclusive Interview With Black Milk [July 2007]

Make sure to pick up a copy of Milk's album "Popular Demand," which is in stores now! Keep it locked on Dubcnn as always for the latest news regarding the "Caltroit" project, Black Milk, and Bishop Lamont.

Eddie Gurrola

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1183755291 - January 1, 1970 By : Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Big Save is an up and coming producer/rapper with strong influences that are rooted in reggae music. His father was good friends with Bob Marley, while his father's cousin Oswald Palmer was a studio engineer for Marley. Big Save's mother sang for Dennis Brown, one of the pioneers of reggae music. Coming from a family with such a impressive musical background, it's no wonder that Save is a self-taught musician, as he taught himself how to play the piano.

As Big Save puts it himself, he is trying to gain exposure as a producer and rapper, but he is a producer first. His production is not limited to a certain style, he creates beats for the West and East Coast audience as well as other genres like Reggae, R&B, Reggaeton, and others. Save is currently producing for various up and coming artists including Demolition, who is an underground reggae artist from Jamaica who has written for Wayne Wonder and worked with various other dancehall artists.

Today we'd like to introduce the world to Save with a track for the West Coast crowd. For one of his latest tracks he linked up with West Coast pioneer Kokane and Sly Boogy, with the help from the aforementioned Demolition. The track is called "Paper Route", and of course we got the track available for download. Fore more info on Big Save, hit up his MySpace page at myspace.com/bigsave

Big Save - Paper Route Feat. Kokane, Sly Boogy & Demolition

LilJay

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1183931612 - January 1, 1970 By : A year ago this month saw the worldwide introduction of the talented Watts native Jag here on Dubcnn. Since then his work ethic and grinding has created a strong buzz and more importantly an ever growing fan base. From his shows across the U.S. to releasing his debut mixtape in conjunction with Dubcnn for free download Jag has shown the desire for success.

The first installment in his "Music Money" mixtape series was released at the end of January 2007 for free download right here on Dubcnn. The mixtape "Money Over Fame" is the first release in a planned trilogy of mixtapes to lead up to a debut album.

The former New York "Fight Klub" competitor kept the mixtape simple ensuring he showcased his skill, mic prescense and lyrics over a blend of original production and mixtape style freestyles.

The original production on the mixtape was handled by Ricc Rude, 1500 Or Nothing, THX, The Animal House, Notch, and DJ Prosper and what Jag delivered over these beats was his multi-dimensional persona and skill-set, showing that he is quickly becoming a well rounded artist.

Today we have news on the sequel to the debut mixtape, the second installment in the "Music Money" series. As we previously reported the release is to be entitled "Tha General Strikes Back" and is due out later this summer. The first track from the mixtape has just been mixed and mastered and Dubcnn has been presented with the exclusive download for all our readers.

"Check Out My Swag" features a bass heavy, club friendly instrumental with a Jay-Z sampled hook complemented by Jag demonstrating his versatility on the mic. Although a single ready for radio and a hit in the making Jag ensures the lyric sifters will be satisfied while still delivering a record filled with swagger and bravado sure to gather a whole new legion of fans; This General is preparing for War.

Jag - Check Out My Swag (Produced by The Animal House)

Until we have more news and media from "Tha General Strikes Back" make sure you check out and download the afmorementioned free mixtape from Jag; Music Money: Volume 1 (Money Over Fame). You can also check out Jag via his official MySpace page.

Rud

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1183937421 - January 1, 1970 By : Bay Area boss JT The Bigga Figga has blessed Dubcnn with a variety of different gifts to pass along to all our readers, so let’s get to it!

The first gift is the E-Book “The CEO Manual.” Originally written in 2002 by JT, the book is a guide for anyone that would like some more information on how to get into the hip-hop game. JT goes into detail about how he made it in hip-hop, shares all sorts of industry secrets, and shows you how to start an independent label. Needless to say, you would be a fool to pass up reading this one! Download it now and get educated!

JT The Bigga Figga’s “CEO Manual” [.PDF, 32MB]

The second gift is JT’s new single featuring T.I., called “Don’t Get Me Wrong.” The track is tight, so make sure to download it and play it as much as you can!

JT The Bigga Figga - Don’t Get Me Wrong (featuring T.I.)

We saved the biggest gift for last! JT has also given us a 10-track CD of brand new tracks! The “Mr. Vice President” Mix CD features guest appearances from Snoop Dogg, San Quinn, Gucci Mane, and Young Buck, as well as production from Battlecat, Khao, and Zaytoven. JT has told that these tracks are different than the ones featured on his upcoming album, “Mr. Vice President,” so look forward to even more heat from him when that album drops on September 11th.

Download the 10-track “Mr. Vice President” Mix CD below for free, courtesy of JT The Bigga Figga and Dubcnn.

JT The Bigga Figga - “Mr. Vice President Mix CD” [.RAR, 52MB]

Tracklist:

1. A Dose of This ft. Snoop Dogg (Produced by Battlecat)
2. It’s My Party ft. Gucci Mane & San Quinn (Produced by Zaytoven)
3. Mr. Vice President
4. Protect & Elevate
5. Push & Promote ft. Snoop Dogg
6. Same Red Rag (Produced by Khao)
7. World Wide
8. Must Be The Ice
9. It Ain’t A Problem ft. Young Buck
10. I Hear What They Say ft. San Quinn & Gbundle

JT has also joined our forum, and is talking with the fans directly. If you want to speak with him, join up now and start chatting!

Be on the lookout for our exclusive, in-depth interview with JT The Bigga Figga dropping this week, where we discuss all of his upcoming projects and his business moves with Snoop.

Eddie Gurrola

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1184001918 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Thirrzty recently dropped two new mixtapes. The first is the final version of “DJ Thirrzty: Tha Dogg Pound – Tha Switchtape Vol. 3,” hosted by Tha Dogg Pound. The tape features West Coast favorites from the past year. As always, Dubcnn will let you preview a couple of tracks from the tape, so check for that below.

The other mixtape features Vancouver’s Will Wadhams and is entitled “Rent Money.” For more information on these mixtapes, visit DJ Thirzzty’s Myspace page.


Tracklist:
1.Westcoast Toast 3 Check In (Introlude)
2.Dayday T.K.A DJ Thirrzty – Pros
3.Daz Feat Kurupt & Snoop Dogg - All I Need (GMix) W/Daz Drop
4.Daz Feat Rick Ross - On Sum Real
5.E-40 – Dumb Hyphy
6.The Game Feat Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, Daz, G. Malone, Crooked I,WC, E-40 - One Blood (Remix)
7.Kurupt - I Git High Pt 2 W/Kurupt Drop
8.G. Malone Feat Mannie Fresh - Fucc Wit Me
9.J.Valentine Feat E-40 - Church Girl
10.Eastwood Feat E-40 - Bay 2 L.A.
11.Ice-T - Real Talk B/W It’s All Love W/Ice-T Drop
12.Juice Feat The Game - Rollin' W/ Shade Sheist Drop
13.Tha Dogg Pound W/ Snoop Dogg - Cali Iz Active W/Daz Drop
14.Ya Boy - 100 Bars G-Thang
15.Compton’s Most Wanted - Say Where U From
16.The Lady Of Rage Feat Diamonique - Put U Up On Rage
17.South Central Cartel - Fucc Em
18.Chamillionaire Feat DJ Quik, The Game, Crooked I – Ridin Dirty (Westcoast Remix)
19.Tha Outlawz, Dead Prez - Thuggin On Da Block
20.Smigg Dirtee, Boog - 'N My Lrgz
21.Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E, Jayman, Young Buck - Pull Up Get Out

Eddie Gurrola

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1184015787 - January 1, 1970 By : Big Snake recently hit the scene releasing his third album entitled "Snake Eyes". He shows serious versatility on this album, as he has stepped his game up a lot this time around. With tracks produduced by Teespoon and longtime label-mate Killjoy, they put a serious twist on this album with trunk rattling music.

As Nexx Level Records launches this album, "Snake Eyes" will capture the hearts of many fans. This album features guest appearances from C-Bo, Suga Free, Duna, label-mate Geez Pimp and other up and coming artists. This album proves to be as potent and enhanced as any major label album in the industry today. Big Snake's music is sure to reach success in the Hip Hop communities across the world.

To showcase a small portion of the album, Dubcnn has a track available for download. It's the laid back song called "Get This Money" featuring one of the aforementioned guests, Suga Free. Hit the link below, and for more info on Big Snake you can check out his MySpace page at myspace.com/bigsnake1.

Big Snake - Get This Money Feat. Suga Free

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1184086747 - January 1, 1970 By : Things don't always work out like they're supposed to. As is the case with Vancouver's Potent Poets. We first introduced you to the group in April of 2005. They were very well recieved and had nothing but positive feedback. The Group, consisting of Profe-C, Bigg Tripp, Ill Dramatics and Mista Drizz had almost finished recording their project for Chronico Music when the project was scrapped for personal reasons. There was no bad blood involved, and everyone kept ownership of their contributions. So expect to see bits and pieces end up on other projects.

The album was to feature production from C-Infamous, and feature Spice 1. Since the disbanding of the group, Profe-C has almost completed his solo album, Drizz has moved to Seattle, and C-Infamous is still busy producing for other artists, including material with G Hoodfellaz.

There was one song that created a lot of buzz for the album both locally, and internationally. It was a song that featured a traditional west coast beat with C-Infamous on the talk box, and the group representing where they're from. We released "My City" in low quality last year, and received a ton of emails asking for a good quality version. Well now that the Potent Poets project is scrapped, we can offer you the full length high quality version to download.

Potent Poets My City (Produced By C-Infamous)

Stay tuned for more info on solo projects from the group, and where this song might end up finding a home.

Adon

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1184265033 - January 1, 1970 By : 50 Cent is making headlines again, releasing the video for his new single "I Get Money" tomorrow on Friday the 13th. The new track, off his recently delayed "Curtis" album, is dubbed as "the hottest summer anthem of 2007" by Interscope. To view the world premiere of the video, simply head over to
Hot 97's Website tomorrow starting at 4 PM EST.

Keep it locked on Dubcnn for the latest on 50 Cent and his "Curtis" album.

Eddie Gurrola

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1184304182 - January 1, 1970 By : For those that don't remember, we first introduced you to the duo from Ottawa, Canada. back in 2005. Deuce-Deuce, is Harvey Stripes and Nelson Down. The pair grew up together; a fence literally separating each others hood. Nelson would hop the fence to escape the day-to-day hardships of his life and spent most of his time at Harveys house. They began rhyming together using their music as a way to voice their thoughts about their lives and what they saw happening around them. They continued to drop freestyles on cassette tapes with the aid of a karaoke machine and the music would spread like wild fire throughout their neighborhoods generating a buzz with people they had never even met before. The logical next step for this pair was to start putting on shows to get their name out there.

After successfully creating a buzz, the two are gearing up to release their new mixtape "Double or Nothing". The mixtape will feature production from Beat Merchant, the man behind Belly's number one hit, "Pressure". Below we have a track from the mixtape, "Emergency Room".

Deuce Deuce ft. Mayhem Morearty "Emergency Room" (Produced By Beat Merchant)

Keep it locked to dubcnn for more info on Deuce Deuce. For now check out their myspace.

Adon

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1184333875 - January 1, 1970 By : We've been keeping you update on Bay Area rappers Balance and Big Rich's collabo album "Unda Dogg Kingz", formerly known as "Da Unda Doggz". The July 3rd release date got pushed back to July 24th, and to ease the wait, we have another exclusive preview track from the album for ya'll.

The song is a Tracklordz produced and features Clyde Carson. Download "Doe Boy Fresh" below:

Balance & Big Rich - Doe Boy Fresh (ft. Clyde Carson)

"Unda Dogg Kingz" features Ya Boy, Scipio, Glasses Malone, Planet Asia, Mistah FAB, Traxxamillion, Papoose, Coolio Da Unda Dogg, Kaz Kyzah, Dutch, Big Tuck, Hoodstars, Nio The Gift, Devo and more. Production will be handled by Iconz, Traklordz, Midi Mafia, Automatikk, Scandel, Traxxamillion, Drasticmatter, and all tracks are mixed by DJ Rick Lee.

On the album you will also be introduced to Balance's new artist Ahku, as well as Big Rich's 3 Story Music click. So be sure to go cop the album on July 24th, or wait for the internet release here on dubcnn.com soon after that.

Nima

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1184428995 - January 1, 1970 By : As we previously reported Glasses Malone recently inked a deal with Hoo Bangin'/Cash Money Records to release his long awaited debut album "The Beach Cruiser" later this year.

To celebrate this release and to make sure the streets know of the changes G Malone has aligned with DJ Nik Bean for the third installment in the popular mixtape series "Streets of L.A." The new release features G Malone speaking on current issues intermixed with new tracks, freestyles and his current singles "Malone" and "Certified" featuring Akon.

Below we have the full tracklist with audio to check out that we have released over recent weeks and months that will feature on "Streets of L.A. 3."

01) Dj Nik Bean Intro
02) G Malone Streets of L.A. Intro
03) Right Now
04) G Malone Speaks on New Single Malone
05) Malone
06) G Malone Speaks on Internet Mixtapes
07) Certified Ft. Akon
08) G Malone Speaks on the New West
09) Streetz on Lock Ft. Hot Dollar & Jermaine Dupri
10) G Malone Speaks on MixtapeBuzz.com
11) Hoggs Anthem Ft. Big Wy & Jay Rock
12) G Malone Counting Money
13) I'm Bout a Dollar Ft. Kam & Kanary Diamonds
14) G Malone Still Counting Money
15) Da Money (From Recordkingz' "Heavyweight" Album)
16) G Malone Speaks on Young Hoggs
17) Young Hoggs - Go Go Gadget
18) G Malone Streets of L.A. Exclusive Freestyle
19) Street Shit Ft. Mack 10 & Butch Cassidy
20) G Malone Speak on Older Rappers
21) Doors Open Ft. Big Wy & Roccett
22) G Malone Speaks on Streets of L.A.
23) Crack Music Ft. Undadogs (Balance + Big Rich) & Scipio
24) Blaze it up Ft. Daz
25) That's on the Set Ft. Spider Loc, Snoopy Blue, B.G. Knoccout
26) G Malone Speaks on Upcoming Projects
27) West Coast Roll Call Ft. Spider Loc, Papa Smirf, Piper, & B.G. Knoccout
28) G Malone Speaks on Blu Division
29) Bloc Boyz - South Central
30) Grindin ft. Kila Krock, Problem, & Young Hootie
31) G Malone Speaks on Dj Nik Bean
32) They Sayin Ft. The Game
33) Fucc Wit Me Ft. Mannie Fresh
34) G Malone Speaks on HoodTimes Magazine
35) Los Angeles Ft. Foxx
36) Listo Ft. Young Brown & 40 Glocc
37) DJ Nik Bean Outro
38) G Malone Streets of L.A. Outro

To grab a copy of this tape now, click here and to check out some video of DJ Nik Bean in the studio with G Malone click here. We will be keeping you informed and updated on Glasses Malone and his debut album "The Beach Cruiser" as the weeks progress.

Rud

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1184760591 - January 1, 1970 By : Too Short has a new compilation out there through his label Up Al ll Night Records. It's called Too Short & Friends: "I Love The Bay", and the CD showcases a lot of talent from the Bay Area over moslty Hyphy production.

The production was handled by Traxamillion, E-A Ski, Young L and Droop-E for the most part, and features include Yukmouth, Keak Da Sneak, Turf Talk, San Quinn, Frontline, Mistah FAB, Dem Hoodstarz, The Team, The Pack, Big Rich and more.


Dubcnn has three preview tracks for the compilation available for ya'll to listen:

Too Short & E-40 - This Is My One

Traxamillion - Scrape

Yukmouth - Shine Like Me

Check out the tracklisting to "I Love The Bay" below:

1. Going Dumb - Young Bay / G Stack / Keak Da Sneak / Too Short
2. That Thang - Mistah FAB
3. Blame It on the Drugs - The Neighborhood
4. Video Vixen - Dem Hoodstarz
5. This What It Is - Big Rich
6. I Don't Dance - Messy Marv
7. Park the Scrapers - Bavgate
8. In the Street - Turf Talk
9. Shine Like Me - Yukmouth
10. You Don't Wanna See Me Rich - San Quinn
11. You See It - The Team
12. Yes Sir - The Pack f/Mistah FAB
13. Scrape - Traxmillion
14. Doors Open - Dolla Will
15. Town Business - Beeda Weeda / Dolla Will / J-Stalin / Lil Al tha Gamer / Eddi Projex / Zo The Roasta
16. We'll Roll You - Mac Dre / Zion I
17. Don't Lose Your Head - Too Short / Zion I
18. Richmond - Frontline
19. Lose It - Mistah FAB / Too Short
20. I Love the Bay - Madam Alizay/ Kreme / Pryceless
21. This My One - E-40 / Too Short ft Mike Marshall

Nima

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1184788348 - January 1, 1970 By : We've been keeping you updated on the latest news regarding Problem, the rising star coming straight out of Compton, and we're back today with another story.

Problem is featured in the August issue of "Ozone Magazine," where he discusses his recent moves in the hip-hop game. We've got a scan from the magazine below, so check it out:

Problem In "Ozone Magazine" [SCAN]

Problem is currently in talks with many different labels for a major deal. He wants everyone at Dubcnn to know that he's got "something big" in store for all the fans real soon. In the meantime, get ready for his Dow Jones & DJ Skee-hosted mixtape "The Streets Is Mine" to drop in the near future.

If you slept on it previously, grab the MP3 of the hot-to-death collaboration between Problem and Terrace Martin that we world premiered last month. The controverisal song is called "Listen."

Problem & Terrace Martin - Listen

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Problem.

Eddie Gurrola

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1184968551 - January 1, 1970 By : If you've never heard of Los Angeles rapper A Da Business a.k.a. A-B, then it's not your fault. He has been quiet and patiently waiting a long time for his big break. The hard work behind the scenes has paid off, as he's currently in negotiations with several major record labels, thanks to his resume which includes names like 50 Cent, Kanye West, LT Hutton, Tyrese and many others.

Going back 3 years, A-B was introduced to 50 Cent to collaborate on a song called "Infrared" produced by Red Spyda.

To this day, the song is still unreleased. Why you ask? The reason is that the same beat later found its way onto "Guerilla City", a song from Guerilla Black's last album, even before A-B got his chance to shine.

"Me and 50 Cent originally did the song," A-B told Dubcnn.com. "but then the beat was sold to Guerilla Black. It wasn't Guerilla's fault, it was his A&R from Virgin Records who fucked up. He heard me on the song and he was like "I'm working on the Guerilla Black album, I need to buy that track!" So he went behind my back and bought the beat from Red Spyda. It was a gay ass lil' move. But I wasn't trippin', cause like I said, once 50 and me touched the song it was over! I never put the album out so the song never saw the light of day. If I would have put the album out, Guerilla Black would have never been able to put that song out. But Guerilla is my homeboy too, so it ain't no bad look for him, it's just his A&R." A-B continued.

A-B said that he might still use "Infrared" for his upcoming mixtape, but him and 50 are probably gonna do something new for the album. "50 did his thing on there for me as far as putting the hook on there, and I laced the verses. They did the song under Dr. Dre's roof, and you know, when they do something under his proof, it's a Dre beat automatically. But Spyda originally did the beat though. The only way Dre's name was gonna be on it is if I had put it on my album, but I was still gonna give Red Spyda his credit." A-B said.

When asked why he never got the chance to drop the album, even though it had appearances from heavyweights like 50 Cent, he said that "I couldn't drop it by myself. We need the deals to go through, and I never signed no contracts with nobody. I did that song independent, but I pulled that off being a hot artist. They asked me to come in and do a few songs and one thing led to another. I was also fucking with my family at BMF [Black Mafia Family], so everybody thought I was signed to them. I was an artist at BFM, but I never signed any contracts."

Around that time, Sha Money XL tried to sign A-B to G-Unit after the song with 50 was completed. And as of today, he's just looking for the right place to get signed. "Right now, my big homie Warren G is trying to shop me to Aftermath, so we're trying to see what's going on with that situation. Warren said that Aftermath would probably be the best place for me, being a L.A. artist. But I'm not the type of dude hunting down labels and beating down their doors telling them to play my music. I just stay recording, and whatever comes up, comes up!"

Being aware that many artists signed to Aftermath were dropped in the past, A-B explained that it's all about your dedication and your grind. "The record label can only do so much. It's on you to make yourself hot!"

A-B is currently cooking up hits behind closed doors, before he's getting ready to hit the big scene. He's got a new single that is about to drop called "Don't Get Me Confused" featuring Tyrese on the hook with production by LT Hutton. Frequent Dubcnn visitors will be familiar with the song, as it was previously featured on Tyrese's (a.k.a. Black Ty) mixtape "Ghetto Royalty", which we offered for free download a while ago. The mixtape version was a Remix and also featured a verse from Kurupt.

The track will be featured on his upcoming album "Have Heart, Have Money". To create a buzz for his debut, he's coming with a mixtape first called "Hood Classic". As you can see, A-B is about his work ethic. In addition to these two projects, he has already started working on his follow-up album called "All Business, Never Personal".

"Right now we're working on the marketing strategy and promotion for "Have Heart, Have Money", A-B told Dubcnn. "As for the music, I did everything on my own. I did over 70 songs with all kind of hot producers like LT Hutton, Kanye West, Jelly Roll, Denaun Porter, DJ Khalil, No I.D., KG from Naughty By Nature, Rick Rude, Rodney Jerkins, and many others. Basically I'm making the label's job a lot easier. The package is ready. What you wanna do? Just cut the check, start on media and promotion, drop the single, shoot a video, and it's a wrap!" he said.

Of course we're not gonna let you sit there reading this without bumping some of A-B's music. So we present you the aforementioned tracks "Infrared" featuring 50 Cent and "Don't Get Me Confused" featuring Tyrese, as well as another track called "Where You Are".

A-B - Infrared Feat. 50 Cent
A-B - Don't Get Me Confused Feat. Tyrese
A-B - Where You Are

LilJay

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1185199715 - January 1, 1970 By : At the start of 2007 we finally unveiled a hot new female talent to the world who goes by the name of Kitty. This Philippines born, South California raised artist has all the qualities needed to break through and become an established artist.

In one of our acclaimed On The Come Up articles we introduced Kitty as well as showcased some of her current music to our readers to an incredible response. Today we are back to announce that her debut album "Makin' All Dogz Meow" is complete and ready for a August release.

Kitty, who has worked alongside and been under the watchful eye of countless artists and producers including The Eastsidaz, BattleCat, Fred Wreck, Suga Free and also Snoop Dogg, has just completed the 17 track album with production from 8 East, DJ Lethal, Steve Vicious and Cricet.

To the right we have the album cover for view and you can view the album's back cover and full tracklist here.

Below we have the lead single for download once again which we premiered back in January entitled "Stinky Face" - a production by Steve Vicious - as well as three brand new track snippets from the album.

Kitty - Stinky Face (Produced By Steve Vicious)
Kitty - That's The Bump (Snippet) (Produced By 8 East)
Kitty - Filthy Rich (Snippet) (Produced By 8 East)
Kitty - No One But Me (Snippet)

The album "Makin' All Dogz Meow" is scheduled for an August release through Fedha Entertainment, the official website to which can be accessed here. Make sure you stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on this release and take a moment to hit up Kitty on MySpace.

Rud

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1185547829 - January 1, 1970 By : Last time we gave you the latest on the upcoming solo offering from XL Middleton was at the back end of May when we premiered the Crooked I collaboration cut; Major.

As ever the hard-working, material relup the aforementioned album "Barliament Drunkadelic" that is now due for release in November. Today we are back with a brief update about another track that is set to be on the album however instead of sending out the audio of the track XL Middleton linked up with Tha Cinethieves to produced a video for the Dr. Stank featured "Activity."

XL Middleton - Activity (Feat. Dr. Stank) (Video)

Enjoy the new video and make sure you head over to the Dubcnn Community to drop feedback on the release as well as speaking to XL Middleton himself. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on "Barliament Drunkadelic" that is set to feature artists including Crooked I, Dr. Stank, Bo-Rocc, Clinton Wayne, Sly Boogyand Shade Sheist.

Rud

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1185704940 - January 1, 1970 By : Big Wy of Tha Relativez has been working on his mixtape-turned-street album "Hood Hitchcock 2", but before that he decided to release a regular mixtape called "What It Do".

He recently shot a street video to one of the tracks on "What It Do", over the Erick Sermon-produced Keith Murray beat "Nobody Do It Better", which features Tyrese.

Watch the video on YouTube by clicking below:

Big Wy - That's Wy (YouTube Video)

Be on the lookout for "What It Do" dropping soon, and incase you missed the update we had on "Hood Hitchcock 2", check out "Push Me", featuring C-Bo & 211 by clicking here.

Nima

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1185811501 - January 1, 1970 By : Recently, we brought you audio from Mobb Deep member Havoc's upcoming solo album "The Kush," which is dropping on September 18th. Today, we have another new track from the album. The song is called "I'm The Boss," and it sounds like a vintage Havoc production. Download the track below:

Havoc - I'm The Boss

The other track we have today is from Median, who is a member of The Justus League with Little Brother. This song is called "How Big Is Your World," and is produced by 9th Wonder. Check it out below:

Median - How Big Is Your World? (Produced by 9th Wonder)

Keep it locked on Dubcnn for the latest audio updates.

Eddie Gurrola

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1185815898 - January 1, 1970 By : World-renowned DJs DJ Warrior of Cali Untouchables, Sirius Satellite & Soul Assasins fame as aligned with DJ Envy of Hot 97 (NYC), Sirius Satellite & Blok Gang for the latest installment in the "Cali Untouchable Radio" mixtape series.

"Cali Untouchable Radio 17: Klak Klak Edition" is in conjunction with Strong Arm Steady, a street album building up the release of their long awaited debut group effort "Deep Hearted" which we reported on earlier this months [see; Strong Arm Steady Ready To Release "Deep Hearted"].


The street album will be filled with exclusive music from the Strong Arm Steady gang as well as a host of freestyles recorded for the set. Below we have two freestyle tracks off the project that were premiered by DJ Warrior on his Sirius Satellite Radio show last week.

Krondon - Lil Busta 187 (Freestyle)

Krondon & Phil Da Agony - Exclusive Freestyle

Stay tuned for more news from Strong Arm Steady as the collective of Mitchy Slick, Krondon & Phil Da Agony prepare the release of Deep Hearted" for August 28th. The album features production by DJ Khalil, Madlib, Thayod, Evidence, Da Riffs, Blaqtoven and many more as well as guest appearences from Chamillionaire, Juvenile, Black Thought, Dilated Peoples, Talib Kweli, Planet Asia, Tha Liks, Ras Kass and many more.

For more news and information on DJ Warrior make sure you head over to is MySpace page. DJ Warrior also asked us to inform all our readers of his thanks to our readership, especially those who supported the "Cali Untouchable Radio: Who's Next Edition - Colors" from Roccett - a mixtape which has since hard extensive press in The Source and on MTV's Mixtape Mondays.

Rud

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1185910386 - January 1, 1970 By : Long time Dubcnn co-collaborator and one of Fresno California's premiere DJ/Producers Hecktik Soprano has just completed his latest release. Hecktik Soprano has been key in bringing some of the freshest new talent to the attention of Dubcnn.com, including Diego Redd and Fashawn The Phenom and as such has just released a 20 track mixtape featuring music from Central California's finest talent.

"Hecktik Soprano Presents - The Factors" is a collection which features new and exclusive music from the West Coasts Up and Coming Star Diego Redd, West Coast Veteran Planet Asia, Teen sensation Fashawn The Phenom as well as Stunna Shade Mogul Shake Da Mayor.

Other artists featured on this Dubcnn Digital Download include Bun B, Keak Da Sneak and Mistah FAB. "Hecktik Soprano Presents - The Factors" brings light to an array of up-and-comers from the often over looked West Coast breeding ground of talent.

The lead single from the release is the previously Dubcnn featured We Taking Over, a remix to the DJ Khaled hit single. To view the full tracklist, hear sample tracks and get the full covers for this release as well as to purchase the mixtape for only $7.99; click the link below to visit the Dubcnn Digital Distribution page.

Hecktik Soprano Presents - The Factors (Volume 1) (Paid Download)

Enjoy the new music and please support Hecktik Soprano and the featured artists by purchasing the new release today. For the latest news and information from across Central California as well as Hip-Hop as a whole, stay tuned to Dubcnn.

Rud

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1185986018 - January 1, 1970 By : Hailing from Inglewood, CA, Cuban K. Soze is grinding hard at his craft with hopes of eventually becoming one of the Los Angeles area’s most prominent rap figures. We’d like to introduce you to Cuban through a quick video interview we did with him recently. In the clip, Cuban discusses his future plans and speaks his mind about topics such as the New West Movement. Watch the interview on The Dubcnn Channel by clicking below.

Introducing Cuban K. Soze (Video Interview)


Alternatively, you can save a copy of this interview to your computer by clicking the link here.

Now that you’ve met Cuban, you’re probably anxious to hear some of his music. He has given us three tracks to share with our readers today. The first song is called “My Part Of The City,” and features Jah Free on the hook. Any questions about Cuban’s lyrical skills will instantly be put to rest after listening to this heartfelt track.

Cuban K. Soze - My Part Of The City (featuring Jah Free)

The next song we have is the hardcore posse cut “In My Hood,” which features his Blac’d Out Music affiliates W.L.A. Rocc and A.C.E. Gangsta rap fans are sure to like this one.

Cuban K. Soze - In My Hood (featuring W.L.A. Rocc and A.C.E.)

The final track for download is the club-friendly “Whateva U Call It.” Cuban works his player swag on this one, and it turns out nicely.

Cuban K. Soze - Whateva U Call It

Enjoy the tracks and spread them around as you wish. If you’re looking for more info on Cuban K. Soze, hit him up on his Myspace Page, and check out the Blac’d Out Music Page as well.

Cuban is currently hard at work on The Blac’d Out Music Mixtape Volume 3, as well as a solo album. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more updates in the future from Cuban K. Soze and Blac’d Out Music.

Eddie Gurrola

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1185993221 - January 1, 1970 By : We already told you that Dubcnn's Summer Of Heat Interview Series was going to be full of surprises, and today is no exception. We've got a new exclusive interview with Omar Cruz, and we've also been blessed with the privilege of giving you the world premiere of his new single, "Hang With My Doggz!"

Dubcnn recently sat down with Omar Cruz for a new exclusive interview before any other media outlet could get ahold of him. This extensive feature covers many different topics.

First, we talk about his new street single “Hang With My Doggz,” which is about to blow up all over the radio. We’re giving you the world premiere of the finished track as well, so you can listen to it after reading about the creation of the song!

We also go into detail about Omar’s new album, “The Sign Of The Cruz.” Mr. Cruz explains his situation over at Geffen/Interscope, which is allowing him to have the album sound exactly the way he wants it to. We also speak about the concept behind the album, and the surprises he has lined up for it. In addition to this, we cover his perspective on West Coast unity, and he recalls his experience in the studio recording the “Powerhouse Anthem" with WC and The Game.

Exclusive Interview With Omar Cruz [August 2007]

Head over to our forum to drop some feedback, and don't forget that we've got new interviews coming on Dubcnn every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

Now, on to the new single "Hang With My Doggz." Omar best described one's experience listening to this song: "it just socks you in the fuckin' mouth!" So with that being said, here is the explicit, mastered version of Omar Cruz's new single, "Hang With My Doggz." Don't forget where you got it first!

Omar Cruz - Hang With My Doggz (Produced by Javie Lopez)

Attention all DJs: If you want a hard copy of the track, along with the clean version, instrumental, etc., please send an e-mail to Lulu at lulu@byientertainment.com, and he will be happy to hook you up!

Come back on Friday for another exclusive interview, and keep it locked on Dubcnn for the latest updates on Omar Cruz and the B.Y.I. camp.

Eddie Gurrola

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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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1187179811 - January 1, 1970 By : It was November 2006 when we last updated you on Timbaland's New York born artist D.O.E. who has since been featured on the super producers latest album "Shock Value" including the hit single "The Way I Are."

Tracks we have featured over the past 18 months from D.O.E. have included the banging Timbaland and Lil Jon featured Rollin as well as the Timbaland produced cuts Peace and Just Might Lose It featuring the producer himself alongside Candance.


D.O.E. has since been busy working on his debut album with Timbaland as well as promoting and on tour supporting the "Shock Value" album that has been a worldwide success. Today we are back with a brand new solo track from D.O.E. that is being released to continue the buzz building for the album. "Bottom To The Top" is produced by Symphany for Live House Entertainment and is the first of more street singles you can expect to hear leak over the coming months.

D.O.E. - Bottom To Tha Top

Soak up this new material and tell everyone where you heard it first. For those fiending for more new D.O.E. stay tuned to dubcnn's "Summer Of Heat" interview series and if you haven't already make sure you pick up Timbaland's album "Shock Value." In the meantime head over to D.O.E.'s official MySpace page for more news and audio.

Rud

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1187621034 - January 1, 1970 By : At the start of this month we provided the first track to be released from the upcoming mixtape from Taje. "Hot Box: Volume 2" is the long awaited follow up to the first "Hot Box" street album that received much acclaim from fans.

The new release is being presented by DJ Warrior as a "Cali Untouchable Radio Edition" and is set to hit the streets in the coming weeks. We have three tracks available for download now off the street album courtesy of Cali Untouchable DJs, LNS Entertainment, Baby Ree, Thug Life & Dae One Productions.

The first is the track we dropped earlier this month, a track that hightened the anticpation for the release, "Misunderstood" - a soulful production supplied by Dae One courtesy of a sample of the much covered 1964 classic "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" originally by Nina Simone. Dae One absolutely delivers on this cut and Taje ensures his efforts are rewarded an incredible flow and thought provoking lyrics. The second is the Dae One production we premiered with our exclusive interview, entitled "It's You" and finally we have an exclusive track featuring Bishop Lamont, Treck Life & DJ Rhettmatic over a beat produced by Diverse and Dae One.

Check all the cuts out within the tracklist below and ensure you take a look at the cover which can be enlarged from the news article image. Don't forget that you can request another track from the release at your local radio stations, "Butterfly Effect" featuring Mike Anthony.

01) Intro
02) Still Dumpin' (Feat. Chevy Jones) (Produced By Diverse)
03) Misunderstood (Produced By Dae One)
04) Get It Gang (Feat. Bad News & Ace) (Produced By Dame Taylor)
05) Butterfly Effect (Feat. Mike Anthony)
06) Shots Fired (Produced By DJ Khalil)
07) Jump Back (Feat. K-Boy, Lil Bam, Bangloose & Marleik) (Produced By J Thrill)
08) Houseshoes (Produced By Dae One)
09) Chips (Produced By Dae One)
10) It's You (Produced By Dae One)
11) Why You Trippin' (Feat. T.K.) (Produced By Dae One)
12) Win Or Lose (Feat. Mopreme Shakur) (Produced By Black Milk)
13) The Truth (Feat. Bishop Lamont, Treck Life & DJ Rhettmatic) (Produced By Diverse & Dae One)
14) Momma Taught Me That (Produced By The System)
15) Way (Feat. G Money) (Produced By Dae One)
16) Bendin Cornaz (Produced By Dae One)
17) Last Dragon (Feat. Indee & Mykestro) (Produced By King Karnav)
18) Walk On The Moon (Feat. Noni Spit & Chevy Jones) (Produced By Dae One)
19) Care In The World (Produced By Diverse)
20) All Me (Feat. Dae One & Mike Anthony) (Produced By King Karnav)
21) Outro

Enjoy the new music and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the exclusive Free Download of the full mixtape coming soon! Until then, check our Archives for previous updates on Taje, DJ Warrior and "Hot Box: Volume 2" and visit both Taje's and DJ Warrior's MySpace pages for more news and audio.

Rud

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1187861907 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been some time in coming but Fortress DVD have just finished the much anticipated DVD release from Method Man. The team that brought you DVD's from artists and groups including Xzibit, Tha Alkaholiks, Kurupt, Strong Arm Steady, Busta Rhymes, Anastacia, Papa Roach and many more are back with "Live From The Sunset Strip" - the first ever concert DVD from the Wu-Tang Clan MC.

The full length concert DVD is shot in High Definition and will hit stores on October 30th.

With Millions of records and thousands of concert and movie tickets sold Method Man is a world class entertainer. This DVD release captures the excitement and energy of this charismatic MC as he hits the stage at the House Of Blues in Hollywood, California earlier this year.

"Live From The Sunset Strip" features all his hits as well as including a moving tribute to fallen Wu-Tang member ODB. The DVD also features Bonus' including Extended Interviews, Photo Gallery & Hidden Scenes. The full DVD Tracklist can be seen below;

Intro (Album 4:21), Method Man, Bring The Pain, Ice Cream, All I Need, Grid Iron Rap, How High, What The Blood Clot, Suspect Chin Music, Fall Out, Ya’Meen, Is It Me, Problem, Say, Wu Tang Clan Ain’t Nothing To F-ck With, Triumph, Shimmy Shimmy Ya (Tribute to ODB), Brooklyn Zoo, Judgement Day, Da Rockwilder.

You can view the full size DVD cover by clicking the News Image and view the DVD Preview Trailer on YouTube. We also have two Promo photos from the DVD to view below.

Method Man "Live From The Sunset Strip" - Promo Photo 1 | Promo Photo 2

For the latest news from Fortress DVD visit their Official Website and stay tuned to Dubcnn. Don't forget; Method Man "Live From The Sunset Strip" DVD is released on October 30th 2007.

Rud

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1187901697 - January 1, 1970 By : Make sure to catch Common's MTV World Video Premiere of "Drivin' Me Wild" Ft. Lilly Allen on August 27th!! Check out stills from the shoot below!!!

Common's #1 album Finding Forever (Executive Produced by Kanye West) is in stores now. For more info on Common check out www.common-music.com

Photo 1 | Photo 2 | Photo 3 | Photo 4 | Photo 5 | Photo 6


JustinL

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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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1188204246 - January 1, 1970 By : Just last week we brought you the most recent update from Cali Untouchable DJ rookie September 7th with his official "Hip-Hop Weekly Mixtape" release with Crooked I.

That project, which combined all the tracks that we have been releaseing by means of updates and our Official Hip-Hop Weekly Archive, was well received by fans worldwide thanks to our Dubcnn presented Free Download of the mixtape.


Today we are back with news and audio from a brand new project just announced by September 7th. Juice, the hot new talent from the Black Wall Street camp has made September 7th his official mixtape DJ and to build the buzz up towards the first official Juice and September 7th collaboration mixtape have released a new single entitled "No Half Steppin."

"No Half Steppin" features Nas on a verse, although fans anticpating new material will have to settle for the same vocal as appeared on The Game's sophomore LP "The Doctor's Advocate" on the albums lead out track "Why You Hate the Game." The track, that is produced by Meech Wells and mixed by September 7th, can be downloaded below.

Juice - No Half Steppin' (Feat. Nas) (Produced By Meech Wells)

Stay locked to Dubcnn for the latest on this newly announced project between Juice and September 7th. Until then you can check out both Juice and September 7th on their respective MySpace pages.

Rud

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1188308330 - January 1, 1970 By : Just last week we brought you a comprehensive update on the long awaited sophomore mixtape from Taje, the second installment in the "Hot Box" series; "Hot Box: Volume 2." The new street album is being presented by DJ Warrior as a "Cali Untouchable Radio Edition" and just started to hit the streets nationwide.

Taje and DJ Warrior dropped off over 3000 CD's in Miami at the recent Ozone Awards, over 1000 have already hit locations around L.A. County and next week over 10,000 copies will be shipped out to locations across the entire WestCoast.

With the Dubcnn Digitial Download due soon, the team putting the release together; including Cali Untouchable DJs, LNS Entertainment, Baby Ree, Thug Life & Dae One Productions wanted to drop off another exclusive track right here on Dubcnn for free download. "Still Dumpin'" features the immense vocal talents of Chevy Jones and the production of Diverse.

Taje - Still Dumpin' (Feat. Chevy Jones) (Produced By Diverse)

To further promote the imminent Digital Download, Taje has put together a YouTube Video commercial for the CD with snippets of many of the tracks on "Hot Box: Volume 2." To check that out click here. Below once again is the full tracklist and the tracks we dropped last week exclusively on Dubcnn.

01) Intro
02) Still Dumpin' (Feat. Chevy Jones) (Produced By Diverse)
03) Misunderstood (Produced By Dae One)
04) Get It Gang (Feat. Bad News & Ace) (Produced By Dame Taylor)
05) Butterfly Effect (Feat. Mike Anthony)
06) Shots Fired (Produced By DJ Khalil)
07) Jump Back (Feat. K-Boy, Lil Bam, Bangloose & Marleik) (Produced By J Thrill)
08) Houseshoes (Produced By Dae One)
09) Chips (Produced By Dae One)
10) It's You (Produced By Dae One)
11) Why You Trippin' (Feat. T.K.) (Produced By Dae One)
12) Win Or Lose (Feat. Mopreme Shakur) (Produced By Black Milk)
13) The Truth (Feat. Bishop Lamont, Treck Life & DJ Rhettmatic) (Produced By Diverse & Dae One)
14) Momma Taught Me That (Produced By The System)
15) Way (Feat. G Money) (Produced By Dae One)
16) Bendin Cornaz (Produced By Dae One)
17) Last Dragon (Feat. Indee & Mykestro) (Produced By King Karnav)
18) Walk On The Moon (Feat. Noni Spit & Chevy Jones) (Produced By Dae One)
19) Care In The World (Produced By Diverse)
20) All Me (Feat. Dae One & Mike Anthony) (Produced By King Karnav)
21) Outro

Enjoy the new music and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the exclusive Free Download of the full mixtape coming soon! Until then, check our Archives for previous updates on Taje, DJ Warrior and "Hot Box: Volume 2" and visit both Taje's and DJ Warrior's MySpace pages for more news and audio.

Don't forget that you can request another track from the release at your local radio stations, "Butterfly Effect" featuring Mike Anthony and make sure you catch the Cali Untouchable Radio show on Sirius 40 every Tuesday at 11PM PST, Wednesday 2AM EST for more exclusive music from the WestCoast.

Rud

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1188345141 - January 1, 1970 By : It's world exclusive time on dubcnn! We're bringing you the official street single from Bishop Lamont's highly anticipated Aftermath solo album "The Reformation", scheduled for a early '08 release.

The song is called "Feel On It" and was produced by one of the craziest producers out right now, Focus. I'm not gonna waste anytime talking about the song, I know you all wanna hear it, so go ahead and download it below. This is the clean version for now, the dirty one will be leaked soon:

Bishop Lamont - Feel On It (Prod. by Focus)

Enjoy the song, bang it, burn it, spread it, and keep it locked to dubcnn for the latest on Bishop Lamont & Aftermath Records!

Nima

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1188414023 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn's Summer Of Heat Interview Series continues today with another world premiere feature!

We recently sat down with Strong Arm Steady at the San Diego stop of the Rock The Bells tour for an exclusive interview. In this feature, we discuss the SAS Gang’s new compilation album “Deep Hearted,” which is in stores now. In addition to this, we get into detail about their forthcoming major label debut “Arms and Hammers,” which is scheduled to drop next year. We also cover various topics such as the mixtape game, new solo projects, their relationship with Talib Kweli, and Xzibit’s current role in the group.

Exclusive Interview With Strong Arm Steady [August 2007]

Be sure to support Strong Arm Steady and pick up a copy of "Deep Hearted," which is in stores now. Come back on Friday for another exclusive interview on Dubcnn!

Eddie Gurrola

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1188727205 - January 1, 1970 By : Late last month we presented a world exclusive release of the official street single from Bishop Lamont's highly anticipated Aftermath solo album "The Reformation", scheduled for release in early 2008.

The track, which is entitled "Feel On It" and is produced by the talented Focus, was intitially released in Clean format for DJ's and radio outles. Today we are back with both the Explicit and Instrumental versions for download as well as the Clean copy once again - all of which were handed to Dubcnn at the Area 51 studios in L.A. Download the tracks below and stop off on our Forum to leave your feedback.

Bishop Lamont - Feel On It (Clean) (Produced By Focus)
Bishop Lamont - Feel On It (Explicit) (Produced By Focus)
Bishop Lamont - Feel On It (Instrumental) (Produced By Focus)

Enjoy the new music and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from Bishop Lamont, "The Reformation" and the rest of the Aftermath Records roster.

Rud

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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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1188886653 - January 1, 1970 By : Even though the summer may be winding down, our Summer of Heat Interview Series is still in full effect! We're back with another feature today!

We hooked up with an artist that has been featured on Dubcnn since late 2006, the New York born and Timbaland backed D.O.E.! With his recent feature on Timbaland's "Shock Value" album and the hit single "Way I Are" taken from that release, the stock in D.O.E. is rising and the talented MC is ready to unveil himself to the world.


With that in mind, he took some time to speak with us about his introduction to Hip-Hop, how he met Timbaland and the recording process with the acclaimed producer. We find out about an array of music that has featured on Dubcnn, get a few words on the Scott Storch situation, and find out why D.O.E. thinks Hip-Hop just needs "healing. Check out the interview below.

Exclusive Interview With D.O.E. [September 2007]

Come back on Wednesday for another new exclusive interview.

Nima

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1188976049 - January 1, 1970 By : Mr. Capone-E is set to release his upcoming solo album "Dedicated to the Oldies Part 2" on September 25th. The double disc album will be released on Hi Power in conjunction with Koch Records, as he recently signed a deal with them for the Hi Power imprint.

Capone-E's project will be the follow-up release to Mr. Criminal's "Rydaz Music" album which came out in July. Criminal's lead single "Mami Mira" featuring Nate Dogg and Mr. Capone-E himself has been enjoying regular radio spins the whole summer.

Mr. Capone-E recently shot a video for the first single "Summertime Anthem" which has been getting good feedback on the streets & radio. Hit up his MySpace page at myspace.com/mrcaponeetherealcom to see some behind the scenes footage from the video shoot. Make sure you check back on Dubcnn for the official world premiere of the video in the next couple of days. We'll also be premiering songs from the "Dedicated to the Oldies Part 2" album after that.

Last but not least, be on the lookout for Mr. Capone-E & Lil Flip's sophomore collabo project "Connected Part 2" coming later this year.

LilJay

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1188981032 - January 1, 1970 By : Back in July we revealed that the Cerritos, CA up and comer Jihad was readying his sophomore street album release, the follow up to last years "Death Before Dishonor" mixtape with DJ Warrior and DJ Nutty which received widespread acclaim, coverage on Dubcnn & The Source and a spot on MTV's Mixtape Mondays.

The former BET Freestyle Friday Hall of Famer has been busy putting the finishing touches on "93' Fly," once again with the help of DJ Warrior, as well as DJ Envy and DJ Arkane. The release also features Shady Records signee Cashis who handles the hosting duties.

"93' Fly" is now available to pre-order and includes guest appearences by artists including Cashis, Jayo Felony, Tri-Star, Marc Spitz, Duke Riddles, Tracey Lane, Diamyn & Bellywize with production from Swizz Beats, J. Classic, Pakman, Beat Masta Wes, Lou Dog, Harry Sona/Trailblazerz, JRK, Big 4D, Shizz Beatz, Khalil Ansari and Shadowville Productions.

Today we have the world premiere of the first track from "93' Fly" featuring a verse from host Cashis entitled "Me First." Over a dark and haunting, bass heavy production from PakMan the duo deliver exemplary flow and lyrics keeping your interest for the full four and a half minutes.

Jihad - Me First (Feat. Cashis) (Produced By Pakman)

Stay tuned to Dubcnn later this week for more audio, the full tracklist and more. In the meantime utilise the Jihad banners on Dubcnn to place a pre-order with SoCal People. To learn more about Jihad check our past updates and visit him on MySpace.

Rud

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1189018723 - January 1, 1970 By : After we gave you the exclusive world premiere of Bishop Lamont's new street single "Feel On It" last week, Bishop took the track to the Big Syphe & Eric D-Lux Show on Power 106 to play on the radio for the first time. The premiere turned into a full-on celebration, with Bishop's good friends Taje, Dae One, Indef, and Prime all in attendance to take part in the festivities. The response to the song from callers was instant! "Feel On It" will undoubtedly be a great success for the Aftermath family, and a big hit - both in the streets and the clubs!


Luckily for our readers, TakeOff Productions captured the entire event on film for us, and we are proud to share it with you today. You won't catch this anywhere else! Check out the full video on
The Dubcnn Channel by clicking the link below. Alternatively, you can download the whole video to your hard drive by saving the link here.

Bishop Lamont & Friends Premiere "Feel On It" on the Big Syphe & Eric D-Lux Show on Power 106 [Video]

After you've checked out the clip, feel free to browse through our other past features, including live performances by The Fixxers and UGK, and exclusive interviews with Hot Dollar, Elephant Man, and Mitchy Slick.

If you haven't heard the song yet, here are the explicit, clean, and instrumental versions once again. DJs, blast the track out as much as you can!

Bishop Lamont - Feel On It [Explicit] [Produced by Focus]
Bishop Lamont - Feel On It [Clean] [Produced by Focus]
Bishop Lamont - Feel On It [Instrumental] [Produced by Focus]

Keep staying tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Bishop Lamont, and request "Feel On It" on Power 106 now by texting "Bishop Lamont - Feel On It" to 69106. Check out the Big Syphe and Eric D-Lux Show on Power 106 as well. Click this flyer for more information.

Eddie Gurrola

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1189147937 - January 1, 1970 By : Just over a month ago we reported that Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E were heading to Japan in August to appear at a host of shows across the country [see; Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E Head East To Japan For August Shows].

The duo recently returned and informed us of a successful trip and event that saw them rock sold out shows; "We just got back from Japan and it was huge success. Our venue sold-out, we sold all our merchandise and we set the tone for next month's Ice Cube and WC concert in Japan," explained Shade Sheist.


Shade continued; "We have been invited back out for more shows this year, so we will keep you posted on the dates. While we were out there we hooked out with one of Japan's more popular Hip Hop artists, "Two-J" and we will be collaborating on a project to be released through Universal Music Japan."

He also told us that they are currently in talks to release their fashion line "Hands-On Clothing" in Japan. In other news Shade Sheist also informed us that he ran into Butch Cassidy and Damizza, who were also in Japan performing at a seperate venue, and got to talk before they caught a flight - suffice it to say that the much discussed Damizza and Shade Sheist feud is over, much to the delight of their sets of fans.

We have a set of photos from the event as well as some video that Shade Sheist and the Put Yourself Out family have provided. The videos can be seen here while the pictures can be viewed in our exclusive Event Gallery link below.

Dubcnn Presents: Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E. On Tour In Japan (Event Gallery)

Enjoy the images and video and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E and the Put Yourself Out camp.

Rud

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1189184354 - January 1, 1970 By : The wait is finally over, and Taje's highly anticipated street album "Hot Box: The Second Hit" is available now for Dubcnn Digital Download. The DJ Warrior-hosted mixtape features guest appearances from Bishop Lamont, Mykestro, Mopreme Shakur, and many more, as well as production from Dae One, Diverse, and Black Milk.

Check out the tracklist below, and then download the entire project for free by following the link below. We also have all the preview tracks available once again on the Download Page, all part of the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network

01) Intro
02) Still Dumpin' (Feat. Chevy Jones) (Produced By Diverse)
03) Misunderstood (Produced By Dae One)
04) Get It Gang (Feat. Bad News & Ace) (Produced By Dame Taylor)
05) Butterfly Effect (Feat. Mike Anthony)
06) Shots Fired (Produced By DJ Khalil)
07) Jump Back (Feat. K-Boy, Lil Bam, Bangloose & Marleik) (Produced By J Thrill)
08) Houseshoes (Produced By Dae One)
09) Chips (Produced By Dae One)
10) It's You (Produced By Dae One)
11) Why You Trippin' (Feat. T.K.) (Produced By Dae One)
12) Win Or Lose (Feat. Mopreme Shakur) (Produced By Black Milk)
13) The Truth (Feat. Bishop Lamont, Treck Life & DJ Rhettmatic) (Produced By Diverse & Dae One)
14) Momma Taught Me That (Produced By The System)
15) Way (Feat. G Money) (Produced By Dae One)
16) Bendin Cornaz (Produced By Dae One)
17) Last Dragon (Feat. Indee & Mykestro) (Produced By King Karnav)
18) Walk On The Moon (Feat. Noni Spit & Chevy Jones) (Produced By Dae One)
19) Care In The World (Produced By Diverse)
20) All Me (Feat. Dae One & Mike Anthony) (Produced By King Karnav)
21) Outro

DJ Warrior Presents Taje - Hot Box: The Second Hit [FREE DOWNLOAD]

Please feel free to use the link above to share with others, and spread this impressive street album around as you wish. Go to Taje's Myspace Page and leave feedback, and also drop by our forums to discuss your favorite tracks. Be on the lookout for an extensive video interview with Taje dropping next week, where he walks us track-by-track through "Hot Box 2."

Eddie Gurrola

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1189548401 - January 1, 1970 By : G-Unit artist Spider Loc is staying busy these days! His independent street album "West Kept Secrept: The Prequel" is in stores today, and at the same time he's readying his upcoming mixtape "Connected 2" with DJ Nik Bean.

We have an exclusive preview track from the "Connected 2" mixtape for ya'll to download. It's called "True West" and finds Spider shouting out some of the hottest West Coast artists out right now in his rhymes:

Spider Loc - True West

His street album "West Kept Secret: The Prequel" features his anthem "Blutiful World" as well as a feature from Ice Cube on "Big Blacc Boots. Check out the tracklisting below:

01. SPI (Prod. By RARE)
02. Blutiful World (Ft. E-Note) (Prod. By Da Riffs)
03. Big Blacc Boots (Ft. Ice Cube) (Prod. By Da Riffs)
04. Get Right Down (Prod. By Da Trac Addic)
05. Sometimes (Prod. By RARE)
06. All I Know (Ft. E-Note) (Prod. By RARE)
07. Look At Me (Ft. E-Note) (Prod. By RARE)
08. Make You Love Me (Prod. By RARE)
09. Russ (Prod. By Spider Loc)
10. Hustle To You Come Up (Prod. By Nephew)
11. Hold On (Prod. By Da Trac Addic)
12. Close To The Edge (Prod. By Spider Loc)
13. Cry And Cry (Ft. L.O.V.E.) (Prod. By Capone-E)
14. I Like (Prod. By RARE)
15. Blutiful World Re-Mix (Ft. Papa Smurf, Piper) (Prod. By Da Riffs)

We will be back with more news on his "Connected 2" mixtape soon with more audio.

Nima

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1189548860 - January 1, 1970 By : Another day, another free mixtape download on dubcnn! Dubcnn & Caliroots Retail Stores have teamed up with Los Angeles DJ's DJ Ill Will and DJ Rampage, as well as German DJ DJ Maaleek to bring you the new "Rap Or Die Vol. 2" Mixtape.

The mixtape features all the latest hits that have been premiered on dubcnn or by the respective DJ's, including tracks by The Game, Snoop Dogg, WC, Hot Dollar, G Malone, Ya Boy, Jay Rock, Spider Loc, Omar Cruz, Roccett, Bishop Lamont. The CD is Hosted by L.A. rapper Mr. Don't Know.

You can pick up "Rap Or Die" in all Caliroots Retail Stores throughout Europe, or download it for free right here on dubcnn. Click below for the download:

DJ Ill Will, DJ Rampage & DJ Maaleek - Rap Or Die Vol. 2 (Mixtape) (73MB, ZIP)

Tracklisting:

1. The Fixxers - So Good feat Rich Boy
2. Daz - Caught Up feat Jagged Edge & Joe Budden
3. Bishop Lamont - Feel On It
4. Eastwood - West Really feat The Game & Jay Rock
5. MDK - Perfect Body
6. Spider Loc - Summertime
7. Scipio - The Way I Move
8. Ya Boy - Aquaman
9. Hot Dollar - Liquor is Gone
10. Dubb - 26'z
11. Lil Eazy E - I Got That feat Timbaland
12. Yung Joc - Cut Throat feat The Game & Jim Jones
13. Hot Dollar - Can't Tell Me Nuthin Remix
14. G Malone - Certified feat Akon
15. The Outlawz - Ridin' feat Young Buck
16. BIAS - I'll Be Fine
17. Guerilla Black - Hood Rich feat Top Dogg
18. Omar Cruz - Hang With My Doggs feat WC
19. Dino West - Circus Show (No Limit West)
20. WC - Dodgeball feat Snoop & Butch Cassidy
21. Terrace Martin - To The Top feat Snoop Dogg, The Game & Uncle Chuck
22. MDK - Stop Snitchin' feat The Game
23. Marquez - Wouldn't Be L.A. feat Roccett

Nima

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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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1189640285 - January 1, 1970 By : We've got a couple of DJ Warrior world premieres that were played on Cali Untouchable Radio on 9/11. The first two tracks are by Jay Rock. The first one is a collaboration with his partner K-Dot, where they freestyle over the "C.R.E.A.M" beat. This will be appearing on his "New York Mixtape" coming soon, hosted by DJ Warrior, DJ Skee, DJ Envy & Big Mike:

Jay Rock & K-Dot - C.R.E.A.M. (Freestyle)

The second one is a potential song off of Jay Rock's upcoming solo album "Follow Me Home". The track is called "We On One", get it below:

Jay Rock - We On One

Next up is a track by Tyrant, who dubcnn visitors should be familiar with. The track is taken off his upcoming "Rap Warz" street album, which is hosted, arranged and mixed by DJ Warrior & DJ Green Lantern. Check out "The Greed<" below:

Tyrant - The Greed

We also have some new Strong Arm Steady music! It's a collaboration with Skinhead Rob called "Airforces", from their upcoming street album with DJ Warrior & DJ Envy, coming soon. Download the track below:

Strong Arm Steady - Airforces (ft. Skinhead Rob) (Freestyle)

And last, but not least is a song by Terminal, an emerging latin group out of the 805. Their mixtape/album "Independence Day" with DJ Warrior recently dropped in certain parts of Europe and Asia, as well as Mexico, and is starting to pick up a buzz in L.A. as well. We have the title track off the CD available for ya'll to download:

Terminal - Independence Day

In related news, DJ Warrior and Taje would like to thank all the fans on dubcnn for supporting the current Taje record "Hot Box 2: Cali Untouchable Radio Edition", which we put up for free download. For more information on DJ Warrior's current projects, hit up myspace.com/djwarrior.


Nima

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1189672155 - January 1, 1970 By : Over recent years we have been continuously releasing material that North Carolina artist Eddie Kane has been putting out and today is no exception.

The East coast raised, West Coast influenced Eddie Kane has been working with Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E. and the Put Yourself Out group as well as other Dubcnn featured artists including Fred Knuxx and Clinton Wayne over the past two years and some those names feature on his latest mixtape release. "Stick 2 Tha Script" is a mixtape featuring his most recent tracks, some of which were premiered on Dubcnn, as well as all new records.

The mixtape is Eddie Kane's second this year, following up on "It Is What It Is: Volume 1," and has been released for Free Download on Dubcnn as part of our Digitial Distribution Network.

To view the full cover and tracklist as well as to listen to some tracks - including the tracks with Shade Sheist, Clinton Wayneand Fred Knuxx - before downloading the full project, click the link below.

Eddie Kane - Stick 2 Tha Script (Free Mixtape Download)

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from Eddie Kane over the coming months.

Rud

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1189961412 - January 1, 1970 By : In early July we provided readers with the exclusive free download of "Grand Theft Audio: Volume 3 - Real West Coast Radio," last years mixtape release from Put YourSelf Out.

The compilation was the final part of the "Grand Theft Audio" mixtape series that had been a mainstay of Westcoast mixtapes over previous years. Today we have the second installment in that series as we continue to release old and new music on our Digital Distribution Network. "Grand Theft Audio: Volume 2 - Err'Body On This" was released in 2004 and features artists including Shade Sheist, N.U.N.E., AMG, Hi-C, 2Swift, The Notorious B.I.G., Skanless, Bizzy Bone, Sean Paul, Beyonce, 2 Pac, Knoc-Turn'Al, Nate Dogg, Eddie Kane Jr, Xl Middleton & Rev, Mariah Carey and many more on a mixture of new material and blends.

To grab this Dubcnn Download exclusive follow the link to the page below where you can view the full tracklist, covers and download the entire release.

Dubcnn Presents: PYO - Grand Theft Audio 2: Err'Body On This (Free Download)

Stay tuned for more news and audio from the Put YourSelf Out camp right here on Dubcnn. In the meantime please continue to support Put YourSelf Out, Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E. with their ever popular Swurv Radio show every week. If you missed the download page for "Grand Theft Audio 3: Real Westcoast Radio" in July, you can get it now by clicking here.

LilJay

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1190682727 - January 1, 1970 By : In celebration of the recent release of “Hot Box 2” on Dubcnn, we sat down with Taje for an exclusive video interview. In the first part of our feature, we discuss the creation of “Hot Box 2,” the role DJ Warrior played on the mixtape, and Taje’s excitement over his ever-growing worldwide fan base. We also speak about his relationship with Bishop Lamont, Busta Rhymes, and the rest of the Aftermath camp, and upcoming projects you will hear him on, such as the new Butch Cassidy album and his own full-length debut.

As always we have both the transcript and the video for you to check. Please feel free to send any feedback to: eddie@dubcnn.com

Exclusive Video Interview With Taje [September 2007]

If you haven't had a chance to listen to Taje's street album "Hot Box 2" yet, download your free copy today via the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network.

DJ Warrior Presents Taje - Hot Box 2 [Free Mixtape Download]

Be sure to hit up Taje on his Myspace page, and drop feedback on our forum. Also request "Butterfly Effect" on Power 106 now by requesting
"Taje - Butterfly Effect" to 69106. Every request counts, so get your voice heard and make the radio stations play what you want to hear.

Look out for the second part of this interview, where we go track-by-track through the entire "Hot Box 2" mixtape, dropping soon on Dubcnn!

Eddie Gurrola

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1191017411 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn is back today with another exclusive world premiere from E-White & Meech Wells. After reuniting a few weeks ago, E-White and Meech have been working hard day after day in the studio, concocting many new tracks. The song we have for you today is one of their finished products. It is entitled "The Rain," and is produced by both Meech Wells and Skwirm of the Soul Mechanix. Check it out below.

E-White - The Rain [Produced by Meech Wells & Skwirm]


We spoke with Meech yesterday after he went to work with Shady/Interscope recording artist Ca$his. He said that "it was a slam dunk! That nigga is the next level - blazing the mic over there. The shit I heard was fire!"

As always, we will keep you updated on the latest from Meech Wells and E-White. Stop by our forum to chat with them directly, and be on the lookout for the second part of our video interview with Meech Wells and Eastwood next week.

Eddie Gurrola

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1191261972 - January 1, 1970 By : Fresh off of the success of the Crooked I "Hip Hop Weekly" mixtape, that was premiered on Dubcnn, September 7th of the Cali Untouchables is proud to finally present the long awaited follow up to his first "Western Hospitality" release.

"Western Hospitality 2" is hosted by none other than Crooked I, with secondary hosting by Juice, and features new and exclusive tracks from an array of artists.


This mixtape features exclusive cuts only available via this September 7th release as well as three tracks produced by the man himself; "Str8 Bosses Remix," "That's Hood" and "Cali Boyz."

You can also hear music from some of the best in the West including The Game, Eastwood, G. Malone, Lil Eazy E, Mitchy Slick, Hot Dollar, Taje, Messy Marv and many more.

We have "Western Hospitality 2" for exclusive paid download available today for only $7.00 as part of the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network. Below is the link to the page where you can see the full cover, tracklist and the link to proceed with the paid download. When you complete the payment process you will also have the opportunity to once again download the September 7th & Crooked I - Hip Hop Weekly Mixtape for FREE.

Dubcnn Presents: September 7th - Western Hospitality 2 (w/ Crooked I) ($7 Download)

Don't miss out on this download, add this to your music collection today - you won't be dissapointed! Check back daily for the latest Hip-Hop updates including more news and media from September 7th and the rest of the Cali Untouchables.

Rud

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1191376980 - January 1, 1970 By : The Tangled Thoughts have been one of the most impressing groups of 2007, dropping their group album "Philly 2 Cali" as well as two mixtapes, "T.H.O." and "Every Hoods The Same" on dubcnn. Since then, they have been networking a lot, we've been keeping you updated on Tek Nizzle's latest projects, and now it's time for some new music on Young De. He's been working on his solo mixtape which will be executive produced by B-Real (Cypress Hill) and Damizza.

We've got a new track from him for ya'll, a song dedicated to Patron, something for all you drinkers out there. The track is produced by Damizza and "Jedi" Jared Moore. Download it below:

Young De - Patron (Prod. by Damizza & "Jedi" Jared Moore)

Check back with us soon for more news on Young De, and check out Part 2 of our exclusive Damizza interview to hear 'Mizza talk about his work with the Tangled Thoughts and the upcoming projects.

Nima

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1191443609 - January 1, 1970 By : The third and final part of our in-depth feature with Damizza is finally here! To wrap up the interview, we caught up with him again last night to keep all of the information as fresh as possible.

Damizza tells us about his upcoming mixtape/street album “Ill Clinton,” which is executive produced by Bishop Lamont and hosted by DJ Warrior. We also clear the air about his supposed beef with Shade Sheist and N.U.N.E. After this, we discuss all of his current endeavors, including his work with the group Guilty, and his “Unreleased” project that has recently been pushed back to February. Of course, we couldn’t leave you hanging without the latest “Detox” news, so you’ll also find out everything Damizza knows about the project. Read or listen to the interview by following the link below.

Exclusive Interview With Damizza [Part 3] [October 2007]

We've got more new music for you today as well! First up is another cut from Damizza's massive vault. The song, which is also discussed in the interview, is called "Cali In Tha Sunshine." It's a great track, so download it below.

Damizza - Cali In Tha Sunshine

Next is a track by the 805's Tony Corleone, who is also mentioned in the interview. This song is produced by Los and is called "Mafioso." Be sure to check it out and spread it around as much as possible!

Tony Corleone - Mafioso [Produced by Los]

We've also got a couple of tracks that we have premiered previously. Young De's new single "Patron" is discussed extensively in the interview, so make sure to grab a copy of the track and have a listen for yourself after you're done reading the feature.

Young De - Patron [Produced by Damizza & Jedi Jared Moore]

Finally, we have a track off the "Ill Clinton" project called "I Ain't Playin'." The Prime-featured track is sure to get your attention, so if you missed it when we premiered it last May, here it is again.

Damizza - I Ain't Playin' (featuring Prime)

We've got some new pictures of Damizza for you to check out as well. The last one is of him, Jim Brown, and Taje when they all met recently and discussed the civil rights movement.

Picture 1 | Picture 2 | Picture 3 | Picture 4 | Picture 5

As always, be sure to stop by our forums and chat with Damizza directly. Add him as your friend on Myspace, and while you're at it, add Los, Guilty, Silas, Young De, Tony Corleone, and "Jedi" Jared Moore as well. Make sure to request Young De's "Patron," Silas's "Not Me", Bishop Lamont's "Feel On It," Butch Cassidy's "Swagger," and Taje's "Butterfly Effect" on your local radio stations. With all of these singles popping up, it won't be long before Baby Ree becomes a household name!

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the lastest on Damizza and the entire Baby Ree camp.

Eddie Gurrola

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1191605922 - January 1, 1970 By : Tek Nizzle and Cas aka Nov from the Tangled Thoughts have been working on their duo project as the Thought Brothas, while the third member Young De has been putting the finishing touches on his solo mixtape "Audio Hustler" which is being executive produced by B-Real and Damizza.

Those of you who downloaded our exlusive Tangled Thoughts mixtape "Every Hoods The Same" a few months ago got a first taste of the Thought Brothas on the track "Look Out". They recently shot a video to the song, which you can download below. Pick your preferred format:

Thought Brothas (Nizzle & Nov) - Look Out (36MB, Windows Meia)

Thought Brothas (Nizzle & Nov) - Look Out (115MB, Quick Time)

Enjoy the video, and make sure to support anything from the T.H.O. camp coming out, these boys are really on their grind! We'll keep bringing you the latest, so just keep it locked.

Nima

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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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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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1192294185 - January 1, 1970 By : Shade Sheist and N.U.N.E. will be unveiling the first single from their debut group LP, "Movin' Units" tonight at The Forbidden City club in Los Angeles as part of a release party. The event will also be held in celebration of The Ave Boyz's new record. Expect performances from Shade, N.U.N.E., and The Ave Boyz, as well as plenty of special guest appearances.

If you're in the Los Angeles area, be sure to head out and celebrate with the PYO clique tonight! Check out this flyer for more information. Also sign up to our forum, where you can meet other people that are interested in attending events like these.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Shade Sheist & N.U.N.E.

Eddie Gurrola

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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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1192557403 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn is back today with a brand new track from Problem, Killa Krock, and K Aktive of Derang Entertainment. The hardcore cut is called "History In The Making." The Problem and Killa Krock-produced song will serve as the first single from the upcoming "Derang Entertainment AKA The Kill Squad" mixtape, which is being presented by the CEOs of Derang Entertainment, Problem and Ed Jones. Check out the track below.

Problem, Killa Krock, & K Aktive - History In The Making


The Derang Ent. squad recently shot a video for their track "Killas On Standby," which we dropped a couple weeks back. Here is a link to the video again for everyone that missed it.

Derang Entertainment - Killas On Standby [Youtube]

"Derang Entertainment AKA The Kill Squad" will be available soon for free download. The tape will feature Derang Entertainment artists Problem, Sequel, Nero, Killa Krock, K Aktive (PIMP/Derang Ent), Marleik, and Hoodrich. Check out Problem and Derang Entertainment on Myspace for more information.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Problem and Derang Entertainment.

Eddie Gurrola

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1192616569 - January 1, 1970 By : Shade Sheist and N.U.N.E. are back once again tonight with another edition of their PYO Radio Show via SWURV Radio. The show, which airs tonight at 6 PM PST, features special guest Glasses Malone - formally signed to Sony Records and now with Mack 10's Hoobangin label through Cash Money Records - who will be talking with the hosts about his music, upcoming debut album "The Beach Cruiser" and much more.

The PYO Radio Show is supported by Dubcnn and as ever is not one to miss. Head over to SWURV Radio to stream the show live tonight at 6 PM PST.

Rud

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1192616647 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn is back today with another exclusive world premiere from E-White and Meech Wells. Having reunited in late August we have been keeping you updated on the duo and their latest music as they have been in the studio daily.

The song we have for you today is going to feature on the upcoming mixtape entitled "New West World Order" that will include production from Meech Wells and the Soul Mechanix as well as artists including Eastwood, Jay Rock, E-White and many more.


"Pass Me The Mic" is two verses of E-White addressing people he currently doesn't get along with over a fast paced, melodic production from Meech Wells and Skwirm of the Soul Mechanix. Check it out below.

E-White - Pass Me The Mic [Produced by Meech Wells & Skwirm]

Meech Wells informs us that the long awaited "New West World Order" mixtape should be completed next week and, as ever, will be available for exclusive download right here on Dubcnn.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from both Meech Wells and E-White and make sure you stop by our forum to chat with both of them directly. Also be aware that part two of our September Video Interview with Meech Wells and Eastwood is due next week. In the meantime hit up Meech Wells on MySpace.



Rud

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1192627305 - January 1, 1970 By : Another week, another DJ Warrior and Cali Untouchable world premiere right here on Dubcnn. Last night the Cali Untouchable Radio Show on Sirius Satellite Radio/Hip Hop Nation - every Tuesday at 11PM Westcoast/2AM Eastcoast - featured another new track from Bishop Lamont.

Having dropped a track from Aftermath producer Focus' solo album "Dedicated" featuring Bishop Lamont and Black Milk entitled Movie Star last week, DJ Warrior was back last night with anothe new Bishop Lamont track.


"They Say It's Bishop" is the new track that can be download below, the cut is produced by Dready Beatz and is likely to feature on one of Bishop's upcoming mixtape/street album projects.

Bishop Lamont - They Say It's Bishop (Produced By Dready Beatz)

In related news Bishop Lamont is finally getting ready to release the long awated "Caltriot" street album with Black Milk in the next two weeks. The project, which is being presented by DJ Warrior and DJ Skee, features a host of talent over productions from Black Milk amongst others.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from the release; in the meantime check out the following MySpaces: DJ Warrior | Bishop Lamont. Thanks to Aftermath Entertainment, Diocese and Takeoff Productions.



Rud

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1192744580 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn recently sat down with Long Beach veteran E-White for an exclusive interview. In this feature, we discuss Meech Wells’s “New West World Order” compilation mixtape, which he will be heavily involved in, and we also find out about a new street album entitled “Real” that is currently in the works. E-White had a lot to get off his chest during the interview, so read on to find out what he had to say about a variety of different topics.

Exclusive Interview With E-White [October 2007]


In additon to all of the news discussed in the interview, we have some more information on the "New West World Order" mixtape that Meech Wells is presenting. The tape will feature E-White, Eastwood, The Game, Jay Rock, Glasses Malone, Young Mack Life, and many others. Meech told us that the purpose of this tape is to "show what we're doing out here. We're gonna bring something new to the game." Part of this plan involves making the mixtape tag-free, without constant interruptions from DJs. "There's gonna be no DJs screaming on it," he assures us. Newly-inducted in-house mixer DJ Hustle will take care of blending the tracks, while Meech, Eastwood, E-White, and the rest of the crew will do a few exclusive drops for the tape.

In other related news, Meech and Eastwood have been preparing a new mixtape entitled "Block Noise," which will be released soon. In the meantime, be on the lookout for the second part of our video interview with Meech Wells and Eastwood next week. Meech has also just submitted tracks for Snoop Dogg's latest project. We will be sure to keep you posted as we learn more on that development.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on E-White, Meech Wells, and Eastwood. Add E-White and Meech Wells as your friends on Myspace as well.

Eddie Gurrola

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1192791459 - January 1, 1970 By : 2007 has been a rough year for Bay Area savage Messy Marv, but we have some good news for all his fans! The currently incarcerated rapper is putting together his next album "Draped Up And Chipped Out 2", which is set to come out November 20th through Scalen/SMC/Fontana.

This album should hold over his fans until he's released from jail, as it's already been over two years since Messy's last solo album "Bandanas, Tattoos and Tongue Rings". His new album was originally supposed to be called "Millionaire Gangata", but after his incarceration he switched it up, took 9 tracks from the album that were finished and put them together with other songs he had, which ended up being "Draped Up And Chipped Out 2", which is a compilation style solo album, featuring Juvenile, Mike Jones, Sean Paul (Youngbloodz), B-Legit, Mistah FAB and many more. There is even a collaboration between Mac Dre and Messy. When it came to production, Messy enlisted his longtime producing partners, DJ Daryl and Sean T.

Messy had the following to say about the album: "I know my fans is starvin' for that real Messy Marv shit, so while I'm sittin' down I had to re-up with Draped Up & Chipped and put a twist on it. You gettin' a feel for my solo album plus all the people that made Draped Up 1 go. But when I touch down, I'm back in these streets pushin' this independent line- know that!"

Mess was also recently nominated for Best Rap Act of 2007 for the San Francisco Weekly Music Awards, taking place October 18th. Check out the tracklisting to "Draped Up And Chipped Out 2" below:

1. Live From Rita Intro- Messy Marv
2. Conversation Costs Money- Messy Marv feat. Magnolia Chop
3. My Life Is A Movie- Messy Marv feat. Mac Dre
4. Bagg Up- Messy Marv feat. Sean Paul
5. Rep Yo Hood- G-Stack feat. Mistah F.A.B. & J Stalin
6. How Bad You Want It- B-Legit
7. Lil Daddy- Messy Marv feat. Juvenile & Skip of UTP
8. What U Hollerin'- Messy Marv feat. Guce
9. When The Plane Lands- PSD Tha Drivah
10. Real Street N*gga's- Messy Marv feat. Guce
11. Dope Boyz- Dem HoodStaz feat. Nio Tha Gift & Big Rich
12. Body Rock- Messy Marv feat. Mike Jones
13. Tongue Ring- Jessica Rabbit
14. How Bout That- V-White & The Politician
15. Sei Luv- Messy Marv feat. J. Valentine
16. Millionaire Gangsta- Messy Marv

Nima

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1192792418 - January 1, 1970 By : We've been reporting regularily on Jay Rock and K-Dot's upcoming mixtape project "No Sleep Til NYC", on which they spit to classic New York instrumentals. The mixtape is hosted by four top DJ's, DJ Warrior, DJ Skee, DJ Envy and DJ Big Mike. Last month we brought you a track from the mixtape, over the "C.R.E.A.M." beat, incase you missed that, click here to get it now.

Today we have the full front and back covers to the mixtape, as well as an additional preview track! To view the covers, click below:

Front Cover | Back Cover

The track we have for you today features Glasses Malone, that's right, Watts Finest Jay Rock hooks up with the Beach Cruiser, Blu Division's own G. Malone, to collaborate over Big Daddy Kane's classic "Smooth Operator" instrumental. Download it below:

Jay Rock - Smooth Operator (ft. Glasses Malone)

Keep it locked to dubcnn for the latest info on Jay Rock, K-Dot and the "No Sleep Til NYC" mixtape, dropping soon on dubcnn and the streets worldwide!

Nima

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1193158748 - January 1, 1970 By : It's that time of year again. Halloween isn't really represented in Hip Hop as much as it should be considering the amount of fitting songs. From Whodini's "The Freaks Come Out At Night" to Andre 3000's "Dracula's Wedding". There's a lot of dark songs out there in the Hip Hop world, and sometimes it's hard to keep track of them all. Well Dubcnn's got you covered.

We got a hold of a mix of 52 songs that fit the season perfectly. The mixtape comes courtesy of Rhek The Dj, and The Stunt Man. Download the mixtape below.

Hollerween Mixtape Part 1

Hollerween Mixtape Part 2

Check out the Tracklist

Also check out The Stunt Man, and Rhek on myspace.

Adon

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1193469628 - January 1, 1970 By : E-White is back on Dubcnn again today with another track recorded with and produced by Meech Wells earlier this week. The cut, which as the intro explains, is a Dubcnn Exclusive is entitled "25 2 Life" and is being billed as a "tribute and a shoutout to all lifers."

The song, which also features Meech Wells' little brother Young Mack Life aka Moja The Great, is also a dedication to Big Tray Deee and T.I. - the latter of whom was arrested last week on weapons charges and was released on bond yesterday.

"25 2 Life" was recorded, produced and mixed by Meech Wells & Skwirm of The Soul Mechanix and is said to be "some inspiration to all rappers with a criminal record" explained Meech Wells. The track can be downloaded below.

E-White - 25 2 Life (Feat. Young Mack Life) (Produced By Meech Wells & Skwirm)

Meech Wells has informed us that they intend to release a new track weekly, exclusively to Dubcnn - so stay tuned! In related news, keep checking Dubcnn daily for the latest news and media from the latest Meech Wells project "New West World Order" that will feature E-White, Eastwood, The Game, Jay Rock, Glasses Malone, Young Mack Life and many others.

You can also expect to hear new music from the project we announced last week from Eastwood and Meech entitled "Block Noise." Thanks to E-White for the drop on this tracks intro and for more information make sure you check Meech Wells out on MySpace.

Rud

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1193763080 - January 1, 1970 By : Just last week we introudced you to Da Grizzly, an up-and-coming rapper out of the Los Angeles area who is being dubbed as the "West Coast Pitbull." We're bringing you the world premiere of his street single today!

The song is called "ShowGun Anthem," which is in reference to ShowGun Ent, the indie label that he owns. It also features Panama Red on the hook. The hard-hitting track is sure to be popular in your car and at the clubs, so check it out by downloading it below!

Da Grizzly - ShowGun Anthem (featuring Panama Red)

Da Grizzly is opening up for DJ Quik this Sunday, November 4th at The Key Club in Los Angeles. If you're in the area, don't miss out on the show! Hit up Grizzly on Myspace for more information, and keep staying tuned to Dubcnn for more updates!

Eddie Gurrola

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1194067968 - January 1, 1970 By : On Saturday, November 3rd, Dubcnn will team up with The Pit to bring you the first round of the "Best In The West Tournament." It is all going down at the Rehab Record Store on 2324 Cotner Ave in Los Angeles, CA. Doors open at 7PM, and it costs $10 to get in. Be sure to arrive early, as this event will be filled to capacity!

"The Best In The West Tournament" "pits" MCs and producers against each other who think they have what it takes to make it in the hip-hop world. The top two competitors of Saturday's event will move on to the finals, which will take place in February. The winner of the entire tournament takes in a grand prize of $3,000 in cash and giveaways, and they will also land a feature on Dubcnn.

As always, Stix will host the evenings' festivites. Bring your cameras, because Dubcnn fan favorites Meech Wells, Eastwood, Young Joker, Dae One, Glasses Malone, and other yet-to-be-announced industry guests will be in the house to judge the contestants' abilities. Expect more surprises throughout the night!

For our readers who can't make it to the event, we will put up a video recap next week, where you will be able to see highlights from the show. However, if you're in the Los Angeles area, please come out and show your support. You won't be disappointed!

Visit The Pit's Myspace for more information, and also check out our interview with Stix & Nickee Gee, the founders and CEOs of The Pit, by clicking here.

Eddie Gurrola

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1194290497 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn recently sat down with Bishop Lamont for an exclusive video interview. In this feature, we discuss his new street album with Black Milk, “Caltroit,” including details about the record-making process, and what he hopes his fans will draw from it. We also discuss his many upcoming projects, including the street albums “Caltroit Metropolis,” “The Pope Mobile,” “The Collection Plate,” “Ill Clinton” with Damizza, and “Team America: Fuck Yeah!” with Indef. All of these projects will eventually lead up to the release of Bishop’s debut album “The Reformation,” which we get some new information on as well. At the end of the interview, Bishop reveals to us what he can about “Detox,” and gives us a little bit of insight as to what Dr. Dre’s last record is shaping up to be like. Watch or read the interview by following the link below. Shouts out to Edgar and TakeOff Productions for all of their help.

Exclusive Video Interview With Bishop Lamont [November 2007]

Over the weekend, we brought you the world premiere of "Caltroit," courtesy of Bishop Lamont, Black Milk, DJ Warrior, and TakeOff Productions. If you haven't had a chance to experience one of the hottest mixtape releases of the year, grab it here. "Caltroit Metropolis," hosted by DJ Skee, will be out before the end of the month, and we have also just received word that "The Pope Mobile" will drop on Christmas Day! It just keeps getting crazier and crazier! In the meantime, visit Bishop Lamont on Myspace and tell him what you thought of "Caltroit" and the interview.


As always, stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Bishop Lamont and the Aftermath Camp!

Eddie Gurrola

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1194583884 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn is back today with the highly anticipated second part of our video interview with Eastwood and Meech Wells. In this feature, we continue to answer questions from our forum community, and discuss all of their upcoming projects. We talk about the “New West World Order” mixtape, which is entirely produced by Meech Wells and features appearances from Eastwood, Young Mack Life, E-White, Glasses Malone, The Game, Jay Rock, Bad Azz, and many others. We also speak a bit about the duo’s DJ Skee-hosted mixtape “Block Noise,” which is still in the works. Eastwood tells us about his relationship with “Apocalypto” star Rudy Youngblood, and Meech Wells gives us his opinion on the current state of the West Coast. Also look out for an appearance from Meech’s brother Young Mack Life, and get ready to hear a lot more from him in the future!

Exclusive Video Interview With Eastwood & Meech Wells [Part 2] [November 2007]

"The New West World Order" mixtape is dropping on Monday, November 12th exclusively on Dubcnn for free download! We'll get your work week started off right with another legendary street album. The 30-track plus project is hosted by Meech Wells, Eastwood, E-White, Young Joker, and Young Mack Life, and is mixed by DJ Hustle. Check out the tracklist here. The mixtape is guaranteed to be "tag-free," and will play like a cohesive product from beginning to end. Meech Wells told us, "the tape is like listening to a movie with your eyes closed!" Come back on Monday for your free copy!

We just got word that Meech will be working on some mixtape projects with Black Wall Street! We'll have more information for you on those projects as they develop. We also have new footage of Meech, Eastwood, Young Joker, and Young Mack Life from their appearance at the Dubcnn-hosted event The Pit. We will drop that video later this weekend.

Hit up Meech Wells, Eastwood, and Young Mack Life on Myspace, and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest exclusive interviews.

Eddie Gurrola

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1194804869 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been some time coming however today Dubcnn can reveal that the new home of DJ Skee's infamous "Live From L.A" radio show podcast downloads - is right here!

Almost a year to the day from when we informed you that DJ Skee was marking his 3rd anniversary on-air by announcing the launch of the newly branded "Live From L.A." - refreshing what was before the Westside Hype Radio show on Sirius Satellite Radio.


The show, which has had an incredibly successful 2007, continues with its weekly Saturday night slot at 9PM Pacific Time (12AM Eastern) featuring 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.

Now thanks to DJ Skee and Dubcnn you will be able to enjoy a free two-hour podcast download every Sunday courtesy of the Dubcnn Podcast Network which will be expanding into the new year. The new Live From L.A. podcast page will feature weekly updates with the download links and tracklisting so ensure you bookmark it to get the latest editions.

We launch this week with the show from last night that included music from Crooked I, Jay Rock, Yung Joc, E-40, Lil Wayne, The Game, Scarface, Trae, David Banner, Snoop Dogg, Taje, G Malone, Akon, Terrace Martin, Problem, Jay-Z, Kanye West, Evidencem, Turf Talk, Ja Rule, Saigon, Bishop Lamont and countless others. Click the link below to view the new Live From L.A. podcast page, view the tracklist and download both parts of the two-hour show.

Dubcnn Presents: DJ Skee - Live From L.A. Podcast Download Page

Bookmark the new home of DJ Skee's "Live From L.A." Radio Show Podcast's and ensure you check back everyweek if you miss or want to hear the show again that goes out every Saturday (9PM Pacific Time/12AM Eastern) on Sirius Satellite Radio.

Rud

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1194912714 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn is always keeping you updated with the latest music from producer Meech Wells, so it was only natural that he teamed up with us to blast out the exclusive world premiere of his latest project, "The New West World Order." The street album features 30 hit tracks from some of your favorite artists, including Eastwood, E-White, Young Joker, The Game, Glasses Malone, Jay Rock, and Bad Azz. Meech is giving this one away for free for all of his fans on Dubcnn, and we're really lucky because it plays like a retail album. It's been a great year for the West Coast in terms of quality mixtape releases, and even in such competitive times, this mixtape stands out as one of the best.

Grab your free copy by saving the link below:

Meech Wells Presents: The New West World Order [Free Download]

Spread the word about the mixtape, and play it as much as possible! Meech, Eastwood, and E-White are all active members of our forum, so if you would like to discuss this project with them, sign up! Also be sure to check out Meech Wells, Eastwood, E-White, Young Joker, and Young Mack AKA Moja The Great on Myspace.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Meech Wells and everyone featured on this mixtape!

Eddie Gurrola

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1194978299 - January 1, 1970 By : After bringing you the exclusive premiere of Bishop Lamont & Black Milk's "CALTROiT" project last week, we're here today with an update regarding the final version of the DJ Warrior street album. We brought you the early special edition of "CALTROiT," which was hosted by Bishop Lamont, where this final version is the Cali Untouchable Edition - hosted, as always, by DJ Warrior.

"CALTROiT" was featured yesterday on MTV's "Mixtape Mondays." Everyone at Dubcnn would like to extend our congratulations to Bishop, Black Milk, and Warrior for that accomplishment! We certainly hope that every hip-hop fan across the world gets exposed to this amazing project. Remember, "CALTROiT METROPOLiS" will drop by the end of November, and Bishop Lamont's "Pope Mobile" will surely stir up controversy when it drops on Christmas Day. To download the final, higher-quality version of "CALTROiT," use the link below:

http://www.dzphotographyonline.com/index.htm

In case you missed our coverage of Bishop Lamont's birthday party over the last couple of weeks, follow the links below for video footage and stills from the night. Also check out our exclusive video interview with Bishop, where we discuss "CALTROiT," "The Reformation," and "Detox."

Bishop Lamont Birthday Bash [Video & Pictures]

Bishop Lamont's Live Performance As "Belvis"

Exclusive Video Interview With Bishop Lamont

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Bishop Lamont and DJ Warrior.

Eddie Gurrola

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1195180907 - January 1, 1970 By : Juice of Black Wall Street is gearing up to release his street album "Death Certificate" on November 28th. The mixtape is presented by DJ Skee, DJ Haze, and September 7th. We've got a song from the project today to hold you over until the record drops. This energtic track is called "Put Cha Hands Up." Check it out below:

Juice - Put Cha Hands Up



Be sure to add Juice as your friend on Myspace, and to also stop by our forum to discuss the track. You can check out the "JuiceTV" trailer for the mixtape as well by clicking here.

Juice is featured on Meech Wells's "New West World Order" mixtape that we exclusively premiered earlier this week. If you haven't downloaded your free copy of the project yet, here's another chance!

Meech Wells Presents: The New West World Order (featuring Juice & The Game)

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest regarding the "Death Certificate" project.

Eddie Gurrola

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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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1195245545 - January 1, 1970 By : This past Monday, we exclusively premiered Meech Wells's "New West World Order" mixtape for free download. The project features guest appearances from Eastwood, E-White, Young Joker, The Game, Glasses Malone, Bad Azz, and many more. Because of the overwhelming amount of positive feedback that we got from the project, both on Dubcnn and our forum community, Meech and Young Joker felt inspired to go back to the studio and record another track. The finished product, called "Hold U Down," features Meech's sister Mani on the hook.

They sent us the track yesterday, and we have now included it as a bonus track on "The New West World Order." For anyone who has yet to hear this excellent project, this is a perfect opportunity to download your free copy. Get the Special Edition of "The New West World Order" by following the link below.

Meech Wells Presents: The New West World Order [Special Edition] [Free Download]

If you want to share this mixtape with your friends, please use that updated link above. In case you have already downloaded the mixtape, here is a separate link to the song.

Young Joker - Hold U Down [featuring Mani] [Produced by Meech Wells]

"The New West World Order" is already generating a lot of buzz for Meech Wells. He will soon be featured on the world famous Hot 97 radio station in New York, doing an interview with DJ Kay Slay. For those of you in San Diego, Meech and Eastwood are also slated to make an appearance on the radio down there. A spread in Ozone magazine is in the works as well. Everyone at Dubcnn would like to congratulate Meech on all of his success, and thank him for all of the great music that he has blessed us with!

Keep it locked on Dubcnn for the latest from Meech Wells.

Eddie Gurrola

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1195425446 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been a while since we've heard from Wiz Khalifa. As we reported back in July, the Pittsburgh native is now signed to Warner Brothers Records, and he has since then started work on his debut album. He was also just named one of the top 40 up-and-coming artists in the world by Rolling Stone Magazine. It doesn't get any bigger than that! Keep your ears tuned to Wiz, because he's definitely on the fast track to becoming a serious force in the hip-hop game.

Today we've got an exclusive track for you that sees Wiz team up with two of the West Coast's most talented young artists: Terrace Martin and Problem. As many of you already know, Terrace is signed to Warner Brothers Records as well through his Jakai Music Group imprint. Check out the labelmates' collaboration by saving the link below.

Wiz Khalifa - Youngin' [Remix] (featuring Terrace Martin & Problem)

Make sure to visit Wiz Khalifa, Terrace Martin, and Problem on Myspace. Wiz is dropping his new mixtape "Prince Of The City 2" this Tuesday, and you will be able to order the tape through his Myspace page. If you haven't grabbed the Dubcnn Exclusive Edition of Terrace Martin's "Signal Flow" street album with Snoop Dogg & DJ Skee, be sure to download your free copy here.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Wiz Khalifa, Terrace Martin, and Problem!

Eddie Gurrola

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1195580248 - January 1, 1970 By : It's only been a week since we droppped Meech Wells's 30-track "New West World Order" mixtape exclusively on Dubcnn. Since the release of the tape, we got our hands on another track with Young Joker [download here], and now Meech is back again with another exclusive for all of us! Today's song sees Meech team up with CTE West artist 211. The record is called "I Got My Hustle Up," and it was produced by Meech along with Skwirm Of The Soul Mechanix. Download it by using the link below:

211 - I Got My Hustle Up [Produced by Meech Wells & Skwirm]

If you haven't heard "The New West World Order" yet, we really don't know what you're waiting for! The project co-stars Eastwood, E-White, Young Joker, and Young Mack AKA Moja The Great, and features guest appearances from The Game, Glasses Malone, Jay Rock, Bad Azz, and many more. Download it for free now by following the link below.

Meech Wells Presents: The New West World Order [Special Edition] [Free Download]

If you want to learn more about 211, click here to read our exclusive interview with him that was conducted back in September. Also be sure to add Meech Wells and 211 on Myspace.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Meech Wells & 211!

Eddie Gurrola

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1195675338 - January 1, 1970 By : In case you missed it, it was another big night in the history of Bone Thugs N Harmony this past Sunday, as they brought home the award for Best Hip-Hop Group at this year's American Music Awards. The award comes 10 years after their last AMA and is a clear sign the Bone Boys are still making their mark almost 14 years after West Coast legend Eazy E introduced them to the world. Below is the video of Layzie Bone accepting their award, as Krayzie and Wish couldn't make:

Layzie Bone Acceptance Speech At American Music Awards 2007

Layzie Bone also released the following exclusive statement to DUBCNN, thanking all the fans for their unparallel loyal support:

"Bone Thugs would like to thank all of our many super supportive diehard fans for there continued support with all we do. None of this would bepossible without the blessings from the lord almighty and also our fansthanks again to everyone and this AMA proves to the world that there is Strength N Loyalty. God bless." - Layzie Bone

Bone Thugs are currently in the studio working on a closely guarded album, so continue checking into dubcnn for more on that. Shouts out to Millkbone.

Nima

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1195713743 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn would like to wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving! To celebrate today's festivities, DJ Warrior and Ali Vegas sent over an exclusive track as a holiday gift for all of our readers. The song is called "I'm In Love," and it is produced by Tha Warriorz. Ali Vegas is signed to Rich Soil Entertainment/ Warner Brothers and is scheduled to drop his album in Spring 2008. Rich Soil was founded by Ali Vegas along with his childhood friend Lamar Odom, so all of you Lakers fans better check this track out! Download it below.

Ali Vegas - I'm In Love [Produced by Tha Warriorz]

Check out Ali Vegas and DJ Warrior on Myspace. Also make sure to stop by our forum to discuss this topic if you've got some free time during your day off.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest exclusive music.

Eddie Gurrola

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1195719350 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back today with yet another interview from our Dangerous Crew series, which was originally prompted by our forum community. This time, our guest contributor Noncentz caught up with Krushadelic of the Dangerous Crew and Underground Rebellion to discuss all of his new projects. We hear about a new solo record, two upcoming books, a new Underground Rebellion album, and much more in the interview. Read the feature by clicking on the link below.

Exclusive Interview With Krushadelic [November 2007]

If you missed our previous two-part Krushadelic interview, check those pieces out by clicking here [Part 1, Part 2] Drop some feedback for us on the forums as well!

We couldn't leave you without some new music, so we got our hands on the first single from Krushadelic's new "Ghost Rider" album. As always, you're getting to hear it first on Dubcnn! The track features Bay Area legends Too Short and Andre Nickatina, and it's called "Look At Me." Download it below.

Krushadelic - Look At Me (featuring Too Short & Andre Nickatina)

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more Dangerous Crew interviews over the coming months!

Eddie Gurrola

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1195777175 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back with some new music from Long Beach rapper E-White! We recently announced E-White reunion with production partner Meech Wells and brought you the track "25 To Life", which recieved great feedback. Today we have some more new music from Mr. White for ya'll, to let ya'll know that he's defnitely back on his grind and is gearing up to flood the streets with heat.

On this joint called "It's Been A Long Time (West Reppin')", E-White linked up with up and coming producer Sha Relly to dedicate the track to his coast, letting people know that although it's been a long time since somebody repped it for the West in a major way, it's not all bad.

Listen to the track yourself and come hit up E-White on the dubcc forums to let him know what you think of it! Download below:

E-White - It's Been A Long Time (West Reppin') (Prod. by Sha Relly)

We'll be right back at you in the next couple of days with some more heat from E-White as well as news on his upcoming street album "Real", so just keep checking in! You can also hear E-White on Meech Wells' "New West Order" mixtape, which we dropped for free downlaod on dubcnn a couple of days ago, click here to get that now incase you missed it.

Nima

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1195909924 - January 1, 1970 By : In our last interview with him, Daz Dillinger announced that he was working on a stripper film called "Make It Rain" which he was shooting down in Atlanta. I have just recieved word that the movie is completed, they finished shooting a couple of days ago, and Daz just put up the MySpace page for the movie myspace.com/makeitrainthemovie, where you can go check out a bunch of behind the scenes videos from the shoot, pictures, as well as the single from the Soundtrack, called "What's The Deal", by DJ Funky Darryl James featuring Daz Dillinger, Pastor Troy, Shawty Redd & Kuntry Kane.

We have both the song and the video available for ya'll, click below:

DJ Funky - What's The Deal (ft. Daz Dillinger, Shawty Redd, Pastor Troy & Kuntry Kane (AUDIO)

DJ Funky - What's The Deal (ft. Daz Dillinger, Shawty Redd, Pastor Troy & Kuntry Kane (YouTube VIDEO)

"Make It Rain - The Movie" will be coming out on DVD next year, starring Daz Dillinger, Alfa Mega (P$C), Young Dro, Big Duke, Shawty Shawty, Poppa Snoop and many more. So if you like hood stories, big shaking asses, flying dollar bills and subbing music, be on the lookout for "Make It Rain"!

Nima

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1196117508 - January 1, 1970 By : Last month we brought you Part One of our exclusive interview series with The Dr.'s Apprentice, Dawaun Parker. In that incredibly received feature, Dawaun discussed everything from working with Dr. Dre and Busta Rhymes, to the debut from the Hip-Hop duo he comprises with MC Tre' Guevera, The GodBody.

After keeping you in suspense long enough, we return with the hotly anticipated Part Two. In this particular feature, Dawaun goes in to detail about how he came to play keys for one of the world's most respected producers.

The GodBody member also reveals his thoughts on those who suggest Dre is "saving the best" for Detox, and hints at his role in the Doctor's rumored swan-song.

Part Two, as well as a link to check out Part One in full, can be accessed simply by clicking below:

Dawaun Parker - Part Two (Interview)

Enjoy this entry, and be on the look out for the concluding Part Three of our session with Dawaun. You can look forward to a lot of great stuff in that, as The 'Math talent opens up about working with Eminem, Stat Quo, Bishop Lamont, Raekwon, and, of course, Dr. Dre. Keep it locked to Dubcnn for the premiere!

ConanMilne

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1196182972 - January 1, 1970 By : Taje and DJ Warrior have been making major moves with their "Hot Box 2" mixtape, which we exclusively premiered for free download here on Dubcnn back in October. They are gaining national recognition in The Source and Ozone Magazine, and we've got scans of both of those articles for you today. Check them out below.

Taje in The Source (Scan)

Taje in Ozone Magazine (Scan)

Three songs from "Hot Box 2" have been getting play on Sirus Satellite Radio, and they are gaining the support of Southern California radio as well, with stations like Power 106, 99.1 in the I.E., and Q104.7 in the 805 playing the records. Everyone at Dubcnn is very excited about all of this news, and we are happy to be involved with this project.

Taje and Warrior are currently in the lab coming up with some more heat for everyone! Later in the week, we will have footage of Taje traveling around the world promoting his "Hot Box 2" mixtape. This is definitely going to be an exciting feature, so keep checking back for that!

If you haven't listened to "Hot Box 2" yet, you're missing out on one of the best West Coast projects of the year! Download it for free right now by using the link below.

DJ Warrior Presents: Taje - Hot Box 2 [Free Download]

Make sure to add Taje, DJ Warrior, and the main producers of "Hot Box 2" - Dae One and Diverse - as your friends on Myspace.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Taje and DJ Warrior!

Eddie Gurrola

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1196236864 - January 1, 1970 By : The gangsta rap super group Westside Connection was formed in 1993 by West Coast rappers Ice Cube, WC and Mack 10. 18 of the platinum-selling group's best tracks have been collected for the first time for The Best Of Westside Connection: The Gangsta, The Killa And The Dope Dealer, to be released December 4 by Capitol/Priority.



The Best of Westside Connection: The Gangsta, The Killa, And The Dope Dealer
1. Potential Victims
2. The Gangsta, The Killa And The Dope Dealer
3. Bow Down
4. Cheddar
5. Gangsta Nation (with Nate Dogg)
6. Lights Out
7. Connected For Life (with Butch Cassidy)
8. Gangstas Make the World Go Round
9. West Up!
10. Let It Reign
11. Hoo-Bangin' (WSCG style)
12. Walk
13. So Many Rappers in Love
14. Bangin' (with Master P) [previously out-of-print track]
15. Nobody (with Timbaland)
16. All The Critics in NY
17. Westside Slaughterhouse
18. Terrorist Threats

JustinL

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1196367827 - January 1, 1970 By : Earlier this month, the first round of The Pit's "Best In The West Tournament" started at Rehab Records in Los Angeles. The event was a great night for the West Coast. In addition to the plethora of brand new, undiscovered talent in attendance, we also had Meech Wells, Dae One, Eastwood, and Glasses Malone on board to sit in as celebrity judges. Young Joker, Noni Spitz, Young Mack AKA Moja The Great, and Shorty were among the other artists that were there to show support as well. It was a energetic atmosphere where everyone's commitment and love for music was on full display.

As an official sponsor of the tournament, Dubcnn was on hand to help with the festivities, and we also captured the entire night on film for you. By clicking on the link below, you'll see plenty of pictures from the night. Also included is an extensive video where you can see the aforementioned artists enjoy their night and keep you updated with their latest projects. You'll also get to see what the famous Pit battles are really like.

Dubcnn Presents The Pit Best On The West Tournament Round 1 Recap [Event Gallery]

If you're in the Southern California area, there's no reason why you shouldn't come out to the next event and take part in the fun! Round 2 is set for this Saturday, December 1st at Rehab Records, which is located at 2324 Cotner Ave., Los Angeles, CA. Doors open at 7PM, and it costs $10 to get in.

Judges scheduled to appear at the next event include Glasses Malone, Damani, and other surprise guests! This is a great opportunity to meet your favorite artists and possibly even snag an appearance on the next Dubcnn video. For more information on the event, head over to The Pit's Myspace. For more information on The Pit in general, check out our video interview here with Stix and Nickee Gee, the founders and CEOs of The Pit.

If you've missed out any of the great street albums the celebrity judges recently dropped on Dubcnn, here's another chance to download them for free!

Bishop Lamont & Black Milk - CALTROiT [featuring Dae One production]
Meech Wells Presents - The New West World Order [featuring Eastwood, Young Joker, Young Mack, and Shorty]
Glasses Malone & Blu Division - The Electric Chair
Taje - Hot Box 2 [feautring Dae One production]

We hope to see you all at The Pit this Saturday!

Rud

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1196707072 - January 1, 1970 By : Back in October, we brought you PYO artist Eddie Kane Jr.'s single "Sell A Mill," which was getting radio time on stations like Hot 97. Eddie recently filmed a video for the track, and we've got it for you to watch today. Look out for cameos from Shade Sheist and N.U.N.E!

Eddie Kane Jr. - Sell A Mill [Video, Youtube]

Here are the MP3s of "Sell A Mill" and the remix to the track in case you missed them the first time around:

Eddie Kane Jr. - Sell A Mill

Eddie Kane Jr. - Sell A Mill [Remix] (featuring Redrum 781)

Eddie also gave us a new track to drop for everyone. The song is called "Get My Money," and it features his new group RolliWood aka The JECz. Check it out below.

Eddie Kane Jr. - Get My Money (featuring RolliWood)

Make sure to add Eddie Kane Jr. as your friend on Myspace. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest audio and video updates.

Eddie Gurrola

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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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1196933552 - January 1, 1970 By : Snoop Dogg appeared on Ellen this week for an interview, and he also did a live performance of his latest single "Sensual Seduction". As usual, Snoop had his live band with him, but he also had a special guest! Check out the video below to see Snoop Dogg and DJ Quik doing their thing on the talkbox, a la Roger & Zapp:

Snoop Dogg - Sensual Seduction (Live on Ellen) (YouTube Video)

Incase you haven't seen the actual music video to the song, click here to watch it now. In related news, Snoop's reality TV show "Snoop Dogg's Fatherhood" premieres on E! this sunday, December 9th. So make sure to tune in to catch a glimpse of Tha Doggfather's private life with his wife and children.

Nima

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1196959111 - January 1, 1970 By : Since we've last heard from Damizza, the multi-talented producer and CEO has been very busy working on numerous new projects. In the midst of his non-stop recording sessions, one of his songs found its way onto the internet.

The track, called "Seed Of Memory 2007," is a remake of a classic Terry Reid song of the same name that was dedicated to the World War II troops. Damizza and Reid jumped in the studio to update the song for the soldiers in Iraq, with the intention of including it on Mizza's forthcoming politically-conscious "Ill Clinton" project.

The song turned out so well that it is currently slated as the first single from the album. However, unbeknownst to Damizza or Reid, the track was leaked onto the internet, and a talented fan put together a collage-type video set to the song that has found a life of its own on Youtube. In the past few days since the video dropped, Damizza has received hundreds of emails from inspired fans - many of which have family or friends currently stationed in Iraq. The song has helped them cope with their current situation, which led Damizza to state that "this has been the most touching experience of my musical career." We have the song and video for you today, so be sure to check them out below.

Damizza & Terry Reid - Seed Of Memory 2007

Damizza & Terry Reid - Seed Of Memory 2007 [Tribute Video, Youtube]

Support our troops!

If you want to discuss the song, send Damizza a comment directly on Myspace. "Ill Clinton," Damizza's project with Bishop Lamont and DJ Warrior, will be out in February. Also check back next Friday when we bring you the street single from Damizza's "Unreeleased" album, which is due in stores January 29th.

Eddie Gurrola

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1196988028 - January 1, 1970 By : Fresh off his breakthrough performance on Meech Wells's "New West World Order" street album, Young Mack Life linked up with Dubcnn to do a different type of feature. Mack comes from a battle rap background, and after tearing his opponents up all over the world, he wanted to do a freestyle video for everyone. Mack will be sitting down with us very soon to give us his full story, so consider this feature a preview of what he has to offer. He is currently working on "The New West World Order 2" with his brother Meech Wells, which will arrive here on Dubcnn sooner than you think! A new solo street album is also in the works for Mack.

Chosen of San Diego, whom we first reported on back in July, jumped in on the session as well. The result is a 15-minute-long tag team performance from two extremely talented young MCs. Keep in mind that everything is done off the top of the head - nothing was pre-written or staged. In fact, Young Mack Life and Chosen met each other just a couple of minutes before this was filmed! Watch the fun video by using the link below. If you would prefer to save a copy of the video to your hard drive, use the link here. Also look out for a special appearance from Meech Wells in the clip!

Young Mack Life and Chosen Freestyle Session [Video]

Make sure to add Young Mack Life, Chosen, and Meech Wells as your friends on Myspace. If you haven't downloaded your free copy of Meech Wells Presents "The New West World Order" yet, don't waste any more time and get it today. The project features appearances from E-White, Eastwood, Young Joker, The Game, Glasses Malone, Jay Rock, Topic, Bad Azz, Young Mack Life, and many more!

Meech Wells Presents: The New West World Order [Free Download]


We've got a new track from Chosen called "The Interview" for everyone to check out today as well. On the quirky record, Chosen interviews himself for the public while including more of his sure-fire rhymes. It's definitely worth checking out, so download it below, along with the cut "I Luv Dat" which we dropped over the summer.

Chosen - The Interview

Chosen - I Luv Dat [Produced by CT]

Chosen vs. Jin Freestyle Battle [Youtube]

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Young Mack Life and Chosen.

Eddie Gurrola

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1197152904 - January 1, 1970 By : Meech Wells was recently invited to jump on the DJ D-Rock and DJ 2rille radio show on San Diego's hip-hop station Jammin' Z90. Meech is going to talk about "The New West World Order" that we dropped exclusively on Dubcnn, and he's bringing us along with him! The other guests in the building will be Young Mack Life and Chucky Makavelli.

We will post a recording of the show as soon as we can, and we'll bring you some behind the scenes footage next week as well.


If you haven't downloaded "The New West World Order Volume 1" yet, you need to follow the link below to grab yourself a copy for free!

Meech Wells Presents The New West World Order [Free Download]

We would like to extend a big shout out to Meech Wells, Derika, D-Rock, and 2rille for letting us be a part of this experience.

Eddie Gurrola

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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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1197311323 - January 1, 1970 By : As we rapidly approach 40 weeks of Crooked I's acclaimed "Hip-Hop Weekly" freestyle series, September 7th of the Cali Untouchable DJs has just completed Volume 2 of his mixtapes of the series.

Following the success of September 7th & Crooked I - Hip Hop Weekly Volume 1, released back in August, the pair have re-aligned to present "Hip-Hop Weekly: Volume 2" which features the freestyles released since the last tape.


The new edition chronicles Weeks 20-36 in the series all on one disc, with the series continuing you can expect an Volume 2 next year and who knows how many more as Crooked I keeps up his microphone manslaughter.

We have the World Premiere download of the new mixtape, which also features the DJ Numba Wun remix of "N.W.A. (New West Anthem)" as well as some other recent Crooked I features. Even though you may have listened and/or downloaded the tracks from Dubcnn's Official Hip-Hop Weekly Archive you now have the opportunity to download the most recent cuts all combined in this exclusive Free Download of the September 7th & Crooked I "Hip Hop Weekly Mixtape: Volume 2"

Dubcnn Presents: September 7th & Crooked I - Hip Hop Weekly Volume 2 (Free Download)

Enjoy the new release and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest in the Hip-Hop Weekly series as well as news on Cali Untouchable DJ September 7th's latest projects.

Rud

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1197365944 - January 1, 1970 By : I know we're a few hours late, but better late than never! Young Dre The Truth's "Monumental Monday" comes early Tuesday this week, but that doesn't matter at all, cause we got the new blog and the new music for ya'll, so it's all good.

This week is all about hustling, Dre called the blog and the track "Hustle Mode", and goes all the way back to his childhood to describe how hustling turned into his lifestyle. To read the blog and to listen to the song, click below:



Young Dre The Truth - Monumental Monday Week 4: Blog & Audio "Hustle Mode"

Enjoy, come leave your feedback on the forums, and come back next monday for Week 5 of "Monumental Monday"!

Nima

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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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1197487801 - January 1, 1970 By : Oh boy! Crooked I is back at it with week 37 (!) of his "Hip-Hop Weekly" series! As announced last week, he will be picking beats from fallen legends in the next couple of weeks and pay homage to those who paved the way.

This week he raps over the all-time classic "Boyz N Da Hood" by Eazy-E, and straight up kills it. Download below:

Crooked I - Boyz N Da Hood (Freestyle)


Support Crooked I ya'll, hit him up at myspace.com/crookedi and leave your feedback on the forums. C.O.B.!

Don't forget our Official Hip-Hop Weekly Archive where you can download any of the previous installements!

Nima

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1197740228 - January 1, 1970 By : As we reported during November, Jay Rock and K-Dot have released "No Sleep Till NYC" in conjunction with DJ Warrior alongside DJ Skee, DJ Envy and DJ Big Mike.

The street album features the two stars of Top Dawg Entertainment trading verses over classic instrumentals from across Hip-Hop. The instrumentals include East Coast beats such as "Shook Ones Pt. 2", "C.R.E.A.M.", "Dead Presidents", "Smooth Operator" and "Brooklyns Finest", as well as West Coast classics such as "Deep Cover", "2 Of Amerikaz Most Wanted", "Why U Bullshittin'" and "Big Pimpin'" amongst others.

The duo also get help by fellow Watts star Hoo-Bangin/Cash Money artist Glasses Malone as well as fellow Top Dawg Entertainment artists Punch and Ab-Soul with the legendary DJ Julio G also making an appearance certifying the mixtape.

"No Sleep Til NYC" is an insight to the young talented MC's that are developing here on the West Coast and will no doubt appeal to Hip Hop fans all over the world and with that said DJ WarriorJay Rock and K-Dot have authorised the free release of this as a mixtape download via the Dubcnn Distribution Network. Use the link below to move through to grab the free download.

Dubcnn Presents: Jay Rock & K-Dot - No Sleep Till NYC (Free Download)

If you missed out on our three preview tracks last month we have them again for you here; Half Way Crooks (Feat. Punch), Gangsta Party 08 and Preach.

Enjoy the new release and take some to visit Jay Rock's MySpace page as well as our forum to drop your thoughts.

Rud

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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.


JustinL

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1197997290 - January 1, 1970 By : After the acapella version of Jay-Z's "American Gangster" recently surfaced, DJ Skee immediately had a vision for a creative way to put his own twist on the album. The resulting project, "American Godfather," features the Jay-Z acapellas from "American Gangster" set to the score of the classic film "The Godfather."

Skee enlisted the help of many of the hottest producers on the West - including Rome, Warryn "Baby Dubb" Campbell, Ervin "EP" Pope, and THX - to develop a unique sound for the remix album that would break all sorts of musical barriers. The project sounds unlike anything you've ever heard before, and you know Dubcnn has to hook you up with the free download as usual! Get it below.

DJ Skee Presents "The American Godfather" [Free Download]

Make sure to leave DJ Skee a comment on Myspace after you're done listening to the album. Skee is also holding a contest for "American Godfather" that you can be a part of. All you have to do is embed the "American Godfather" project on your Myspace, Facebook, or blog, and you'll have the chance to win an "American Godfather" hoodie or a signed copy of the album! Get the embed code by visiting the site here.

Later in the week, look out for an exclusive interview right here on Dubcnn with B.Y.I. producer Rome, who produced three tracks from this project.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for all of the latest music!

Eddie Gurrola

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1198139003 - January 1, 1970 By : Crooked I is back on Dubcnn today with yet another "Hip-Hop Weekly" freestyle. It's hard to believe that he's been doing this for a whopping 38 straight weeks now! Last week, we saw Crooked flow over Eazy-E's "Boyz N Da Hood" instrumental, marking the second week of freestyles in tribute to fallen rap icons. This week he's chosen to drop a track dedicated to late D12 member Proof. He picks the "Forgive Me" instrumental, and rips it as usual.

Crooked I - Forgive Me [Freestyle]


Make sure to visit our Official Hip-Hop Weekly Archive in case you've missed any episodes of this acclaimed series. Come back to Dubcnn next week for another quality track!

Eddie Gurrola

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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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1198266726 - January 1, 1970 By : Beats By The Bay Presents the brand new video "Stay In School" featuring the Hip Hop collective B.A.R.C. (Bay Area Rappers Care). The song and video features some of the Bay's finest artists including E-40, Keak Da Sneak, San Quinn, Dem Hoodstarz, Mac & A.K., Jacka, Cellski, Mugzi, Erase-E and Battle Loco on all the same song sharing a common thread of giving our children a positive boost to focus on staying in school by any means necessary.

Check out the video by clicking the link below:

Beats by the Bay Presents: Stay In School (YouTube Video)

LilJay

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1198691937 - January 1, 1970 By : Big bad 4-0 aka 40 Glocc is ready to flood the streets and the internet with free music through his new label Zoo Life Ent to showcase his music and his affiliated artists. The Infamous/G-Unit rapper will announced that he will be giving out free songs for download every week from himself, the Zoo Babies, Sun from Houston, TX, Village Boo and Yacc, starting in January.

"We bout to turn it up! Ya'll can catch me live on my MySpace page doing what I do best, keeping it 100! I have nothing to hide, from now on I'm bringing all my fans and the world into my life, no scripted role plays or acting, just straight up 40 Glocc", 40 said.

We have a first taste of what's to come for ya'll, a new joint by 40 Glocc & the Zoo Babies called "Money Hungry" over Tony Yayo's "So Seductive" beat. Get it below:

Zoo Babies - Money Hungry (ft. 40 Glocc)

Make sure to check out 40 Glocc on MySpace, and also check out Prodigy's new site hnic2.com. 40 Glocc ringtones are available on iTunes for all cell phones. Keep it locked to dubcnn for the latest on 40 Glocc, also lookout for his upcoming mixtape "Outspoken Vol. 3 " coming soon!

Nima

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1198711768 - January 1, 1970 By : Meech Wells recently appeared on San Diego's hip-hop station Z90 with
DJ D Rock and DJ 2rille. Meech was a guest on the duo's new show called "The Block," which they use as a platform to expose their mainstream audience to harder music that you wouldn't typically hear on the radio. After finding out about the show, Meech invited Dubcnn to take part in the program as well, and we've captured our entire experience for you on film.

Also look out for appearances from Young Mack Life and Chucky Makaveli, whom you may remember from his recent appearance on "The New West World Order Volume 1" [Free Download Here] or from his past work with DJ Quik. Download the video by saving the link below.

Meech Wells On Z90's "The Block" With DJ D Rock & DJ 2rille [Video]

Make sure to add Meech Wells, Young Mack Life, DJ D Rock, and DJ 2rille as your friends on Myspace. We would like to give a shout out to Derika for all of her help as well! Check out "The Block" on Z90.3 if you're in the San Diego area, or visit their website to stream live.

There's less than two days left for all of you up-and-coming MCs to enter Dubcnn and Meech Wells' "8 Days Of Christmas Contest." The tightest MC who enters the contest will win an opportunity to record a track with Meech Wells in the studio. In addition to this, the lucky up-and-comer will also be featured on Meech's next street album "The New West World Order Volume 2"! If you're looking to get into the rap game, you need to get started right away. Follow the link below to view everything you need to be a part of this contest.

Dubcnn & Meech Wells: "8 Days Of Christmas Contest"

Be on the lookout for new music from "The New West World Order Volume 2" to drop in the near future! As always, stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Meech Wells.

Eddie Gurrola

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1198891092 - January 1, 1970 By : Meech Wells is currently wrapping up his latest street album "The New West World Order 2," which promises to be even bigger and badder than the first edition! We closed off our "8 Days Of Christmas Contest" with Meech earlier this morning, where a Dubcnn reader could win a chance to collaborate on a song with Meech in person and secure a guest spot on "The New West World Order 2."

After some last minute inspiration in the studio, Meech has asked us to open up the contest again for all of you up-and-coming MCs that might be lagging a bit due to the holiday season. Because of this, we're changing the contest title to "12 Days Of Christmas" and we'll continue to accept submissions [send to eddie@dubcnn.com] until 12:00 AM PST on January 1st, 2008!

Skip your New Years Eve party if you need more time to record, because this is a once in a lifetime opportunity! Check out the details and directions for the contest by visiting the page below. NOTE: The only things that have changed are: 1) we will now accept new submissions until January 1st, 2008; and 2) the winner will be announced on January 3rd, 2008 here on Dubcnn.

Meech Wells & Dubcnn: "12 Days Of Christmas Contest"

With the new street album nearing its release, we're ready to reveal one of many surprises in regards to the project. After linking up about a month ago, Meech and Ya Boy have been collaborating frequently! You can expect several appearances from Ya Boy on "The New West World Order 2" and production from Meech on upcoming Ya Boy projects as well. Dubcnn is hooking you up exclusively with the first track that they worked on together, "I Get Money." Eastwood jumped on the record as well, and it's a certified banger as usual.

Ya Boy & Eastwood - I Get Money [Produced by Meech Wells & Soul Mechanix]

Make sure to hit up Meech Wells, Eastwood, and Ya Boy on Myspace. You can also join our forum community to chat with Meech and Eastwood directly! Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Meech Wells!

Related Link:
Meech Wells Presents The New West World Order Volume 1 [Free Download]

Eddie Gurrola

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1199084429 - January 1, 1970 By : If you've been checking Dubcnn in recent days, you should know about our "12 Days Of Christmas Contest" with Meech Wells. We're offering one up-and-coming MC the chance to work with Meech Wells [Myspace Here] personally in the studio and appear on Meech's new street album "The New West World Order Volume 2."

All you have to do is record a song for Meech to review, and he'll select a winner! For all of the details, follow the link below.

Dubcnn & Meech Wells: 12 Days Of Christmas Contest

The promotion ends on January 1st at 12:00 AM PST. This means that when you're ringing in the new year at your party tonight, this contest will officially close for new submissions. If you want to take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, you better get started right now and get it in by the end of night...or should we say "year"!

In the meantime, here is Meech's single with Ya Boy & Eastwood from "The New West World Order Volume 2" - the same street album that you'll be featured on if you win the contest!

Ya Boy & Eastwood - I Get Money [Produced by Meech Wells & Soul Mechanix]

We'll announce the winner of the "12 Days Of Christmas Contest" on January 3rd, right here on Dubcnn.

Eddie Gurrola

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1199477537 - January 1, 1970 By : We're happy to announce the winner of Dubcnn and Meech Wells' "12 Days Of Christmas Contest" today. This lucky MC who submitted a track will get to collaborate with Meech Wells in the studio and they will also be placed on Meech's latest street album, "The New West World Order Volume 2." The winner, hand picked by Meech Wells himself, is Lil Lyn! Congratulations!

We would also like to acknowledge AAA Music Group (myspace.com/aaamusicgroup) for their work with Lyn on this track.


We would like to thank everyone that participated in this contest. There were so many talented MCs who submitted tracks that it was very difficult for Meech to decide.

You can look out for Lil Lyn's feature on "The New West World Order Volume 2" when it drops in the very near future exclusively on Dubcnn.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more groundbreaking contests like this in the future!

JustinL

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1199924850 - January 1, 1970 By : Long Beach rapper Goldie Loc from the platinum group Tha Eastsidaz, and also from Snoop Dogg's recently formed group Warzone, is back with a new album! It's been quiet around Goldie for the past few years since his partner Tray Deee got sent to prison, aside from a few underground releases, but with his label Loc'd Out Records and his new album "Tha Eastsida Rebirth", he's letting the world know that he's still a force to be reckoned with.

We have two singles from the album available for ya'll to check out, the first one is a smooth record called "I Gotta Change" and features T-Lane on the hook, and the second one, "Burn 'Em Up" is a more hard hitting, rough record.

Check out both of them below:

Goldie Loc - I Gotta Change (ft. T-Lane)

Goldie Loc - Burn 'Em Up

Be on the lookout for "Tha Eastsida Rebirth" dropping very soon, the album features Snoop Dogg, Kokane amongst others. We'll keep you updated on this record ,

Nima

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1200060508 - January 1, 1970 By : Two days ago we brought you the world premiere of a new Tyrese aka Black Ty joint with Kurupt Young Gotti called "Westside", which recieved tremendous feedback from fans. Tyrese was overwhelmed by the reaction to the song, and he decided to give ya'll another treat!

We have an unreleased leftover from Tyrese's last album "Alter Ego", another collaboration with Kurupt, called "Change The Game". Ty lets Kurupt rip the mic on this one, and blesses us with a smooth chorus, while Kurupt wrecks the mic on his verses.

Don't sleep, check out the song below:

Kurupt - Change The Game (ft. Tyrese)

Enjoy the track, and incase you missed the other joint "Westside" that we premiered on Tuesday, click here to get that now. For those wondering by the way, that's Ali Wali Jr. on the talkbox, with some extra effects added by Battlecat.

I'm not done with ya'll yet, I have one more joint for ya'll. This is a track that was featured on The Game's mixtape "YouKnowWhatItIs Vol. 4", featuring Tyrese and Jelly Roll, called "Haters". We have the untagged CD version of the track for ya'll, check it out:

The Game - Haters (ft. Tyrese & Jelly Roll)

That's it for now, get ready for Black Ty aka Tyrese's upcoming album "Black Rose" ya'll, it's gonna be a problem!

Nima

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1200253809 - January 1, 1970 By : "In an industry based soley on gimmicks, Kontroversy Committee is hoping to shake the business" - so reads the introduction from this new group we are here to introduce today.

Kontroversy Committee is a duo outfit that consists of ON 1 and E-luzhen. Originally from Los Angeles, the pair learned that growing up on the streets of L.A. is a tough life. Gang violence led both ON 1 and E-luzhen's families to up roots and move out of Los Angeles area to more "family friendly" neighborhoods.

ON 1, who's family originates from Guatemala, grew up in Inglewood, CA before relocating after twelve years to the Antelope Valley where he resides today. E-luzhen grew up in a Mexican-American home in the San Fernando Valley, just outside of Los Angeles. When E-luzhen's family moved to the Antelope Valley, the pair met and Kontroversy Committee was formed.

Kontroversy Committee suffered a set back in terms of a group when E-luzhen was suddenly moved back to the San Fernando Valley. As an individial he continued to grind and stir up a buzz that led him to work with artists including Kurupt and Ras Kass. During this time he also came to the attention of Suge Knight, whom we are told, planned to sign the youngster prior to his incarceration that caused the deal to fall through.

Today, Kontroversy Committee is back together as a unit and making music that is turning heads. Far from the typical "Chicano Gangsta Rap" people may expect, Kontroversy Committee are delivering a fusion of Hip-Hop and R&B instrumentals with lyrics littered with creative metaphors and an infectious style.

We have news of Kontroversy Committee's album that is almost ready to hit the streets. "Sounds Like Money" is being unveiled at an Album Release Party (see flyer) on January 18 and, under the label name, A.L.A.N.E. Entertainment (All Latinos Are Not Equal), ON 1 and E-luzhen are ready to be the new representives for the Latino culture.

If you are interested in hearing music from "Sounds Like Money" - that features appearances from Techniec, Young Noble, Chino XL and Crooked I - we urge you to check them out on MySpace where you can download the current singles.

For those of you who can make it to the Album Release Party (see flyer) in Tarzana, CA, you will be treated to performances by Crooked I and Techniec - who will be performing tracks they contribute to on the new album "Sounds Like Money."

During the show Kontroversy Committee will be shooting their video so ensure you head out and show your support and perhaps get featured in the clip! Get more details as well as the audio downloads of the current singles from Kontroversy Committee's MySpace page.

Rud

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1200255182 - January 1, 1970 By : Usually, dubcnn is a place where we break new artists and introduce them to the world, but sometimes it goes the other way around and we gotta jump on something that's already popping. Roscoe Umali has been on dubcnn before, but it's about time we properly introduce the Philipino native from Los Angeles to our viewers.

I know a lot of people are like hold up, Roscoe? That's Kurupt's little brother! No, this is Roscoe Umali, different person. He adresses this issue on his song "Illmind", featuring J. Black, where he spits:

"Just to get the record straight/I am not related to Kurupt in any way/except that he spit and I spit/we both spit the hotness/and he got a younger brother that be lookin nothin like me/but we share the same name[...]".

Roscoe Umali is managed by Sway & King Tech, and has recorded with Talib Kweli, E-40, Raekwon, DJ Muggs, DJ Khalil to name a few. Right now, the man has got the number 1 independent song in the country with his latest single "Live It Up", which features Bobby Valentino on the hook, and a verse from the Ambassador of the Bay E-40. The track was produced by Aftermath's Focus, and it's a certified banger!

Make sure to check out "Live It Up" right now and get with the hype:

Roscoe Umali - Live It Up (ft. Bobby Valentino & E-40 (Prod. by Focus)

Roscoe Umali - Live It Up (ft. Bobby Valentino & E-40 (Instrumental)

This version of "Live It Up" is a remix to the original, which originally had J. Black singing the chorus instead of Bobby V. They recently shot a video to the remix, and Topic, Hot Dollar, Bangloose, Stylistic Jones, Damani, Another Level, D.K. All Day, Amil G Dae One and the homie Mash were a few of the cameos that showed up.

We're going to hook up with Roscoe Umali for an interview very soon to get the whole scoop on him, until then hit up his MySpace page to hear some more music. Here are a few promo videos from Scoe that you can check out:

Live Performance With Bobby V | House Of Blues Performance | TV Interview

Be on the lookout for more news on Roscue Umali on dubcnn soon, until then bang that "Live It Up"!

Nima

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1200440801 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn is back today with a brand new track from Meech Wells' forthcoming street album "The New West World Order Volume 2." The song features Eastwood, Young Joker, and Young Mack Life, and is called "We Are What You Ain't."

The banging track appears to serve as an announcement of sorts for...never mind, we're not gonna speculate any more! Find out for yourself by downloading it below.


Eastwood, Young Joker, & Young Mack Life - We Are What You Ain't [Produced by Meech Wells & Soul Mechanix]

Make sure to add Meech Wells, Eastwood, Young Joker, and Young Mack Life as your friends on Myspace. Meech and the In A Zone camp recently scored sponsorships from Rockstar Energy Drinks, Vitamin Water, and LRG Clothing for future projects. Props to them!

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the free download of "The New West World Order 2" when it drops later this month. Also be on the lookout for some exciting surprises from the In A Zone camp to pop up in the near future!

Eddie Gurrola

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1200479031 - January 1, 1970 By : A little over a month after the unfortunate passing of his long time friend and partner Pimp C, Underground King Bun B let's the rap world know that it's "UGK before, UGK now and UGK until"! On a new smash hit produced by J.R. Rottem, who's been on fire in the past months, Bun B returns like he ain't never went no where.

His message should be clear, he's coming back with a single called "That's Gangsta", featuring Sean Kingston on the hook, ain't nothing changed with Big Bun, he's gonna keep on reppin' UGK til' the end.

Make sure to check out the single "That's Gangsta" below:

Bun B - That's Gangsta (ft. Sean Kingston) (Prod. by J.R.)

We're going to catch up with Bun B in near future for an interview where will get the 411 on his upcoming solo album "II Trill", so keep it locked. R.I.P. Pimp C.

Nima

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1200520935 - January 1, 1970 By : Pesos, is a latino rapper that was born and raised in the Inland Empire, CA. Teaming up with his 100 Grand Entertainment indie label mate producer/engineer Silent-Jay and ready to storm the industry in 2008 with good lyrical content, and solid production.

Silent-Jay told Dubcnn "We are ready to show people that the black & brown can come together as one without all the fighting and killing that is going on in California that the rest of the world is not aware of.

Silent-Jay who is a westcoast Inland Empire native but is currently residing in the southern states, says he has not forgotten about where he is from and he's tired of hearing people in the south say that the west is dead; "We are not dead, we just aren't getting the equal opportunity to get heard on the mainstream level. We are looking for our big homies, the Game's, Snoop's, Dre's and E-40's to hear us and reach out to us with some support, so we can show the world that the west can come together as one.

Dubcnn brings you the I.E. track which is destined to put these 2 talented artists on the map:

Pesos "I.E."

For more info on 100 Grand Entertainment go to their official myspace page by clicking here.

Yash

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1200639492 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn had the chance to hook back up with the Underground King Bun B. Barely a month after the unfortunate passing of his partner and friend Pimp C, Bun connected with us for an in-depth two-part interview. In the first part, we talk about the death of Chad "Pimp C" Butler, his funeral, how Bun has been holding up, the reactions from the fans, the Grammy nomination, Bun's new single "That's Gangsta" featuring Sean Kingston and produced by J.R. Rotem from his new album "II Trill", details on the album, what fans can expect from it and much more.

Exclusive Interview With Bun B: Part 1 (January '08)

Lookout for Part 2 of this interview, where we talk more about "II Trill", as well as the possibility of a new UGK album with unreleased material. Bun tells us who he's feeling right now, his predictions for Hip-Hop in 2008, ringtone music, the digital age, the evolution of the word "gangsta", the reality of the hood, and much more.

Incase you haven't heard Bun B's new single "That's Gangsta", get it below:

Bun B - That's Gangsta (ft. Sean Kingston) (Prod. by J.R.)

Come drop your feedback on the interview on the forums or let me know what you think at nima@dubcnn.com.

Nima

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1200701340 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn has been invited to take part in the West Coast show "The Basement" on Palm Springs' Blazin' U92.7 station tonight! Yours truly, Eddie, will jump on the show to represent Dubcnn, talk about what we do here, and pump up the West Coast. It's going to be a great show, so make sure to tune in from 10PM - 1AM PST tonight to hear the live broadcast.

If you're in the desert area, tune in to 92.7 FM, but you can also stream it live worldwide at U92.7's Website. Click where it says "Now Playing, Click Here To Listen Now" in the top middle part of the screen to do the live stream.

We'll also be hosting the entire episode on Dubcnn next week for those of you that won't be able to listen tonight.

We'd like to extend a special shout out to SeanOne, Big D, Westcoast Angel, and everyone else at The Basement for inviting us to be a part of the show! Make sure to visit The Basement's Myspace and see pictures from past shows with the likes of Omar Cruz, Bishop Lamont, Taje, Damizza, Crooked I, Butch Cassidy, PR1ME, Glasses Malone, and many of your other favorite West Coast artists.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.

Eddie Gurrola

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1200944712 - January 1, 1970 By : Shorty after we brought you Roscoe Umali's current hit single "Live It Up" featuring E-40 & Bobby Valentino, which you can check out in our "Newest Joint" box now, we're back with some more music from the Philipino MC from Los Angeles who's been killing the airwaves lately.

The first track we have for ya'll is called "I'm So L.A." and was produced by rising producer THX. As always, THX provides a thumping beat and Roscoe Umali does his thing, check it out:

Roscoe Umali - I'm So L.A. (Prod. by THX)

The second joint is a drop for the World Famous Wake Up Show, where Roscoe Umali, along with the Hux Fam and DJ Revolution on the 1's & 2's flow over a J. Dilla production, grab it below:

Roscoe Umali - Wake Up Show Drop(ft. The Hux Fam & DJ Rev) (Prod. by J. Dilla)

Enjoy the music, and keep it locked to dubcnn for the latest on Roscoe Umali!

Nima

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1200958443 - January 1, 1970 By : Monumental Monday has reached its tenth week since we first started bringing you this weekly feature, here on dubcnn. Through the past two and a half months, Young Dre The Truth has been expressing his feelings and thoughts in his weekly blog and the exclusive songs that go along with the blogs.

Week 10 falls on January 21st, which is Martin Luther King day all over the world, and in this week's blog called "Closer To My Dreams", Young Dre touches on MLK, his personal dreams, and how to achieve them.

This week's song, also called "Closer To My Dreams", is over the classic Goapele song "Closer", from her album "Change It All". Dre flips the songs Monumental style, and this one is definitely one of the best from the series!

Read the blog and listen to the song by clicking below:

Young Dre The Truth - Monumental Monday Week 10: Blog & Audio "Closer To My Dreams"

Enjoy this week's Monumental Monday, come back next Monday for Week 11 of Young Dre The Truth's successful series!

Nima

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1200985469 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back today with another exclusive announcement from Meech Wells and the In A Zone camp! After collaborating together on Eastwood's single "I Get Money", Meech Wells and Ya Boy have decided to team up for an entire EP of original music. The project, which is set to have around 7-8 tracks on it, will be entirely produced by Meech and will feature Ya Boy on every song. Best of all, they're going to drop the album exclusively on Dubcnn for free download when it's ready to be released! Stay tuned for more information on this exciting new venture as it becomes available.


We can't leave you without some more new music from Meech, so we're going to drop off a new song from the highly-anticipated "New West World Order Volume 2" street album. "NWWOV2" will be released exclusively on Dubcnn for free download in the next few weeks.

The track you're gonna hear today is another heater from Young Mack Life, who has been working non-stop in the studio as of late. He teamed up with Chucky Makavelli, who you'll remember from "NWWOV1" or his work with DJ Quik, for a remake of the 2Pac & Richie Rich classic "Ratha Be Ya N*gga".

The two put their own unique spin on the original, and the result is definitely worth checking out! Download it below.

Young Mack Life - I Wanna Be Your N.*.G.G.A. (ft. Chucky Makavelli) [Produced by Meech Wells]

Make sure to add Meech Wells, Young Mack Life, and Ya Boy as your friends on Myspace. You can look out for an exclusive video interview with Meech, where we discuss "The New West World Order Volume 2" and his huge plans for the future, to drop on Wednesday!

Eddie Gurrola

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1201126445 - January 1, 1970 By : We've been dropping music from 40 Glocc's label Zoo Life the past few weeks, and as promised we're back with some heat from Michelob. It's been a minute since he's has been featured on dubcnn, older visitors will remember him from his work with Spice 1, Ras Kass, Bad Azz, 40 Glocc amongst others.

He's currently working on his mixtape "Streetscan" with DJ Ill Will & DJ Rampage, and has asked dubcnn to let ya'll hear two exclusive joints off the album. The first one is called "Ain't The Same", features YB and was produced by John Vice.

The second one, "Beat In My Trunk", features "Blutiful World" singer E-Note and was produced by 2much for BTP Productions. Download them below:

Michelob - Ain't The Same (ft. YB)
Michelob - Beat In My Trunk (ft. E-Note)

Enjoy the songs and check back with us soon for more music from Michelob. You can check him out on MySpace by clicking here.

Nima

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1201141979 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn is proud to give you the world premiere of Young De's music video for "Patron" today! This is De's first solo video, and it doesn't disappoint. Look out for cameos from Tangled Thoughts, Damizza, Guilty and Mellow Man Ace, and plenty of fine ladies as well!

Young De - Patron: Tha Video [Downloadable Version]

Young De - Patron: Tha Video [Youtube]

The video was directed and edited by Tangled Thoughts member Casanov. The Dubcnn staff would like to send a big shout out to him for a job well done! You can visit his Myspace to let him know directly what you thought of the final product.

Make sure to add Young De as your friend on Myspace and tell him what you liked about the video too. The clip looks like it's ready-made for the major outlets like MTV and BET, so let's hope they put it into rotation ASAP!

In related news, tomorrow's episode of "Coming Up With Young De" on Dubcnn Radio will be delayed until Friday. It'll be worth the wait though, because you'll get to hear from our special guest host DJ Skee about a variety of topics! Check back Friday for the show!

Also get ready for the free download of "Audio Hustlaz Volume 1" presented by DJ Skee & B-Real!

Eddie Gurrola

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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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1201208415 - January 1, 1970 By : It's time for Part 2 of our in-depth interview with the Underground King Bun B! After we discussed the passing of his partner and friend Pimp C and Bun's new solo album "II Trill" in Part 1, here we talk about the possibility of a new UGK album with unreleased material on it, as well as some more details on "II Trill".

Most importantly though, Bun B kicks a lot of knowledge in this part. No joke, everybody needs to pick up on some of the game he's lacing ya'll with on this interview, because it goes way further than just music.


From his predictions for the rap game in 2008, the digital era settling in, rappers relying on their MySpace pages to blow up their careers, which artists he's feeling right now, the future of music, the reality in the hoods and much more.

Don't sleep, read or listen to part 2 of this interview below:

Exclusive Interview With Bun B (Part 2) (January '08)

Send your feedback to nima@dubcnn.com or let us know what you think on the dubcc forums.

Nima

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1201266159 - January 1, 1970 By : Strong Arm Steady's Krondon just sent us a new exclusive joint that he wants to get out there for the world to hear. A lot of fans have been wondering in the last months what the current relationship between the group Strong Arm Steady is with Xzibit, who put them out there and pushed them real hard for a good minute.

In this new track called "My Big Homie" over Lil Wayne's "Gossip" instrumental, Krondon adresses the situation and speaks on his relationship with X and reaches out to him.

He'd like to make it very clear that this song is not a diss song in any form, it is merely a way for Krondon to express his thoughts and feelings to the audience.

Check out "My Big Homie" below:

Krondon - My Big Homie

Enjoy the song, come talk about it on the forums and be on the lookout for more Strong Arm Steady music real soon!

Nima

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1201710396 - January 1, 1970 By : After being featured prominently on our site this past year, Young De came to Dubcnn with an idea to give back to the readers of our fine community. When you hear De's street album "Audio Hustlaz Vol. 1", you'll get his whole life story. By the time the record is done, you'll understand who he is and where he's coming from. Since we're all family here, De feels its only right to make a new song that will let YOU air your story out to the world as well.

What is your story? You don't need to lead a lavish life to enter in this project. You can write about anything that means something to you, what you believe in, what you represent, or what you like to do for fun. After you've decided what you want the world to know, send an e-mail in to eddie@dubcnn.com with your name and where you're from.

NOTE: Any e-mails that involve hate or disrespect toward others will be immediately disregarded.

De will take all of the submissions that he gets and create a Dubcnn Anthem for 2008 that will tell the stories of the readers of Dubcnn! This is "YOUR SONG"!

EVERYONE who submits their name and/or life stories will be featured directly on the record. De doesn't care how long the song has to be. As long as everyone gets represented, that's all that matters!

"Your Song: A Dubcnn Anthem For 2008" will be included as a bonus track on De's street album "Audio Hustlaz Vol. 1" when it drops on February 7th. You've got to get your submission in by February 5th, 2008 at 12 AM PST so De can record the song in time for the drop!

We can't wait to hear what your story is, so don't hesitate to enter the contest if you want the world to know about YOU!

If you have any questions about this project, please don't hesitate to contact me at eddie@dubcnn.com. We don't want anyone to miss out on the opportunity to be a part of this!

Eddie Gurrola

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1201728896 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn would like to feature the new music video from Pacific Division for the song "F.A.T. Boys" produced by Swiff D. The video was directed by Ethan Lader, and was filmed in local Los Angeles. Viewers can spot cameos by DJ Khalil, DJ Rhettmatic, Lucky.I.Am, and others in this video. Dubcnn has also included the streaming audio for "F.A.T. Boys" as well.

Pacific Division - F.A.T. Boys (Music Video)
Pacific Division - F.A.T. Boys (Audio Stream)


Other related media:
Pacific Division - World Famous Wake Up Show Pt 1
Pacific Division - World Famous Wake Up Show Pt 2
Pacific Division - World Famous Wake Up Show Pt 3
Pacific Division - Women Problems (Music Video)
Pacific Division on the new cover of Scheme with Blu

Pac Div's music has been gaining a lot of steam, and the groups been receiving front page features on Myspace, Imeem, Okayplayer and numerous other sites. For more information, please check out: Myspace.com/PacificDivisionMusic, PacDiv.com, PacificDivision.imeem.com, Youtube.com/PacificDivision.

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1201835041 - January 1, 1970 By : While you may see Meech Wells regularly on our Dubcnn Forum Community, this summer he's going to be off on the road pushing a 36-city tour that he's become an integral part of! Look out for "Meech Wells Presents The Hip-Hop Anniversary Tour" to hit your town real soon! The production will be a real treat for old-school hip-hop heads, since many of the founding fathers of rap have signed up to jump on board already!

Derika Deane, long-known as "The Queen Of PR" in the music industry, has just announced the specifics for the tour today, exclusively to Dubcnn! As the executive producer and coordinator for the entire tour, Derika, along with her company Eternal Soul, will lead an unprecedented lineup of old-school legends on 36 city stops!

The tour will feature artists such as Kurtis Blow, Sugarhill Gang, Big Daddy Kane, Whodini, Grand Master Caz, and Grand Wizard Theodore, with many more big names to be announced. The project has already been officially endorsed by the NAACP as well.

Derika told Dubcnn, "It is evident millions of the youth who identify with Hip-Hop culture are now beginning to acknowledge the gifts of the originators and hold the highest appreciation of the funk and fun that gave life to the world of rap. The youth of today undoubtedly continue to support and pay homage by turning out in record numbers to experience the live performances of 'The Hip Hop Anniversary Tour'. Be a part of history in the making again!"

As most of our readers already know, Meech is always looking for new talent, so he'll be running a talent search in every city along the way! The best artists he finds will be featured on a new mixtape that will be released at the end of the tour.

Make sure to add Meech Wells & Derika Deane on Myspace. Don't forget that "The New West World Order 2" will be dropping very soon exclusively on Dubcnn for free download!

Eddie Gurrola

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1201978320 - January 1, 1970 By : The 11th Annual Justo Mixtape Awards will be put on later this month. The Justo Awards have long been renowned for highlighting the best efforts in the mixtape game.

This year, many West Coast DJs and artists have been included in the nominations. West Coast DJs such as DJ Warrior, DJ Skee, DJ Ill Will, DJ Rah2K, Nu Jerzey Devil, and September 7th were nominated, as well as West Coast artists such as Bishop Lamont, Crooked I, Juice, 40 Glocc, and The Game. The West Coast Mixtape DJ of the Year Award is in honor of DJ Warrior! Click here to see the full list.

The Dubcnn staff would like to give a big shout out to every artist that's a part of the mixtape game. With the combined efforts of hungry new MCs and savvy DJs, hip-hop fans around the world continue to be rewarded with top-notch music.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more news on The 11th Annual Justo Awards.

Eddie Gurrola

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1201981279 - January 1, 1970 By : Young Joker is gearing up for a huge year. As expected, he'll make multiple appearances on Meech Wells's "New West World Order 2" street album that's dropping this month. He's also got a new street album of his own, "Mayhem", that's being re-vamped and will drop later this year. Dubcnn got to preview songs from that project recently, and we guarantee it will blow listeners out of the water when it's released!

On top of all this, Joker is also being courted by several major labels right now! Needless to say, Young Joker is on fire, and the song that we have for you today definitely confirms this.

The track is called "F-ck The Rest", and according to Meech Wells, who produced the song, "It's letting n*ggas know where Joker sees himself in this West Coast movement." This song is crazy, so be sure to download it below.

Young Joker - F-ck The Rest [Produced by Meech Wells]

Make sure to add Young Joker & Meech Wells as your friends on Myspace. Be on the look out for "The New West World Order 2" street album to drop later this month, exclusively on Dubcnn!

Eddie Gurrola

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1202177023 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn linked back up with Meech Wells for an exclusive video interview feature. We discuss his forthcoming street album “The New West World Order 2”, which is guaranteed to be even bigger than the first, and we also talk about his recent alignment with Ya Boy. In addition to this, Meech tells us about exciting new ventures he’s involved with, including major label negotiations, sponsorship opportunities, and even his own reality show. Young Joker and Young Mack Life pop in for a few moments as well. We had a lot of fun doing this interview, so sit back, relax, and share a few laughs with Meech and the In A Zone camp.

Exclusive Video Interview With Meech Wells [February 2008]

Make sure to add Meech Wells, Young Mack Life, and Young Joker as your friends on Myspace.

"The New West World Order 2" is dropping for free download, exclusively on Dubcnn, on Monday, February 11th! Mark your calendars people - there's plenty of surprises on there that you're not gonna want to miss!

Eddie Gurrola

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1202335964 - January 1, 1970 By : 40 Glocc's new mixtape "Outspoken Vol. 3" is officially out now! After many pushbacks and changes the mixtape finally available for order on 40 Glocc's MySpace page or click here to order it directly.

You can also grab it off the Gunitworld.com. The mixtape is hosted by 50 Cent, and features 50 Cent, Mobb Deep, Tony Yayo, Gail Gotti, Jayo Felony, Kokane, Bad Lucc amongst others, check out the covers below:

Front Cover | Back Cover

We also have a joint off the mixtape for ya'll to check out, it's called "What's The Word" and features Mobb Deep and Alchemist, get it below:

40 Glocc - What's The Word (ft. Mobb Deep & Alchemist)

Enjoy the song, and once again, you can order "Outspoken Vol. 3" on 40 Glocc's MySpace page or click here to order it directly. 40 Glocc also recently finished filming his first feature film called "Playboys", while at the same time pushing his Zoo Life Ent label.

Nima

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1202605510 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn linked up producer Jake One for an exclusive interview. The Seattle native has been in the game for well over a decade, making his mark in the underground Hip-Hop scene over the years, but it wasn't until he got his management deal with Sha Money XL and that people started to hear his beats on G-Unit projects that he started to get worldwide recognition.

In this interview we speak about the Seattle scene, his path up until now, his past work with the likes of E-40 and Gift Of Gab, hooking up with G-Unit and working on "Curtis" and "Buck The World", his upcoming album "White Van Music" and what to expect from it and much more.

Read or listen to the interview by clicking below:

Exclusive Interview With Jake One (February 2008)

Enjoy the interview and keep checking for Jake One, the man bringing that underground heat to the mainstream!

Nima

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1202769651 - January 1, 1970 By : Young Dre The Truth is back on dubcnn with Week 13 of his "Monumental Monday" feature. This week, Young Dre takes you into "his world" on his blog, and invites you to take a look into his world on this week's track as well, "My World", produced by Jeeve for Wheres My Cut Productions.

Check out Week 13 below, blog & song:

Young Dre The Truth - Monumental Monday Week 13: "My World"


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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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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1202802226 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Skee was once again on Sirius Satellite Radio this weekend putting out the latest edition of his world renowned "Live From L.A." radio show. As ever DJ Skee creates a fusion of the most up to date new music as well as vaired classics!

"Live From L.A" is broadcast every Saturday (9PM Pacific Time/12AM Eastern) on Sirius Satellite Radio and the free two-hour podcast download is now housed on the Dubcnn Podcast Network and is released every Sunday.


Please excuse the delay in bringing it to you this week - the reason was because of many of you! Over recent weeks we have seen an inreased demand for a streaming audio option for these shows and as such this weeks are available in both streaming and download format.

The new Live From L.A. podcast page features weekly updates with the download links and tracklisting so ensure you bookmark it to get the latest editions.

Click the link below to view the new Live From L.A. podcast page, view the tracklist and download both parts of the two-hour show that aired on February 9.

Dubcnn Presents: DJ Skee - Live From L.A. Podcast Download Page

Bookmark the new home of DJ Skee's "Live From L.A." Radio Show Podcast's and ensure you check back everyweek if you miss or want to hear the show again that goes out every Saturday (9PM Pacific Time/12AM Eastern) on Sirius Satellite Radio. Please contact us with your feedback about the new streaming options and where else you would like to see the option on dubcnn by clicking here.

Rud

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1202919602 - January 1, 1970 By : Baby Ree group Guilty is dropping their debut street album “No Contest” for free download exclusively on Dubcnn today!

The project features the talents of Silas, Sly, Dopey Loco, and Los, who also serves as the group’s producer. With music industry veteran Damizza overseeing the entire street album, “No Contest” is guaranteed to be a hit both for West Coast residents and for hip-hop fans from all over the world. With the release of “No Contest”, the world will get to hear how the four members mesh together seamlessly to create music that covers all aspects of Southern California living.

The group is hungry for a spot at the top of the rap game, and they see this street album as their first mark on the hip-hop industry. “It describes us. It describes Guilty,” says Sly. For your free copy of the album, follow the link below!

Guilty - No Contest [Free Download]

Make sure to add Guilty as a group, and Los, Sly, Silas, and Dopey Loco seperately, as your friends on Myspace.

With the release of this first street album, a new reality show in the works, and an official album being readied for July 1st of this year, Guilty is gearing up for an unforgettable 2008!

Dubcnn readers can look forward to being a part of a very exciting new contest with Guilty and Damizza that will take place at the end of February. Until then, bump the record and drop some feedback for the group on Myspace!

Related Links:
Exclusive Interview With Guilty [February 2008]
Guilty Takes Dubcnn On A Tour Of Santa Barbara [Video]

Eddie Gurrola

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1203318045 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back today with a brand new mixtape from DJ Warrior and Julian Ramirez. The project is called "Kashi Kicks Vol. 1.0" and it was distributed at the Magic Convention in Las Vegas this past week to promote the shoe company.

The mixtape features a variety of current hits from all across hip-hop, including everyone from Roccett and Roscoe Umali to Talib Kweli and Mary J. Blige. This is a very solid mixtape, so be sure to download it below for free courtesy of the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network.

DJ Warrior & Julian Ramirez - Kashi Kicks Vol. 1.0 [Free Download]

Tracklist:
1. Intro - DJ Warrior & Julian Ramirez [Prod. by Tha Warriorz]
2. G-Unit - Bottom Girl
3. Roscoe Umali feat. Pitbull, Bobby Valentino & Sinful - Live It Up (remix)
4. Roccett - Hustlers Anthem
5. Jim Jones feat. The Game - Love Me No More (remix)
6. Snoop Dogg feat. Uncle Chucc - Neva Hafta Wurry
7. Prodigy - My World Is Empty Without
8. Ali Vegas - Everyday Iz War
9. Termanalogy feat. Royce Da 5'9, Crooked I , Akrobatic & Consequence - The Music Industry
10. Jay Rock feat. Lil Wayne - All My Life
11. Rocky Fontaine - I Want It
12. Rich Boy feat. Lil' Wayne, Nas & John Legend - Ghetto Rich
13. Mopreme Shakur feat. Taje, Bishop Lamont & Indef - Death Before Dishonor
14. Talib Kweli feat. Ne-Yo & Jean Grae - Hostile Gospel
15. Jadakiss - Rocboyz Freestyle
16. DJ Muggs vs. Sick Jacken feat. Cynic - 2012
17. Mary J Blige feat. Lil Wayne - Just fFne
18. Rocky Fontaine - Real Nigga
19. DJ Warrior & Julian Ramirez - Outro [Prod. by Tha Warriorz]

Make sure to check out DJ Warrior, Julian Ramirez, and Kashi Kicks on Myspace. If you haven't checked out Warrior's latest street album with PR1ME, you better download that too!

TakeOff Productions Presents PR1ME - The Transformation: Perception Is Deception
[Hosted by DJ Warrior, Mixed by September 7th] [Free Download]

Stay tuned for more heat from DJ Warrior & the Cali Untouchable DJs real soon on Dubcnn!

Eddie Gurrola

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1203531125 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Skee was once again on Sirius Satellite Radio this weekend putting out the latest edition of his world renowned "Live From L.A." radio show. As ever DJ Skee creates a fusion of the most up to date new music as well as vaired classics!

"Live From L.A" is broadcast every Saturday (9PM Pacific Time/12AM Eastern) on Sirius Satellite Radio and the free two-hour podcast download is now housed on the Dubcnn Podcast Network and is released every Sunday. Please excuse the delay this week, things will be back to normal this weekend.

Over recent weeks we have seen an inreased demand for a streaming audio option for these shows and as such this weeks, as last weeks was, are available in both streaming and download format.

The new Live From L.A. podcast page features weekly updates with the download links and tracklisting so ensure you bookmark it to get the latest editions.

Click the link below to view the new Live From L.A. podcast page, view the tracklist and download both parts of the two-hour show that aired on February 16.

Dubcnn Presents: DJ Skee - Live From L.A. Podcast Download Page

Bookmark the new home of DJ Skee's "Live From L.A." Radio Show Podcast's and ensure you check back everyweek if you miss or want to hear the show again that goes out every Saturday (9PM Pacific Time/12AM Eastern) on Sirius Satellite Radio. Please contact us with your feedback about the new streaming options and where else you would like to see the option on dubcnn by clicking here.

Rud

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1203554219 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn had the chance to catch up with DJ Crazy Toones to get a few words on his current projects, while he's on the road doing shows with WC. "Ice Cube is shooting a movie in Louisiane right now, he comes home on the weekends to work on "Raw Footage". The album is damn near finished!", Toones said about Cube's upcoming project.

There is no release date as of yet though, we're hoping for a Summer release. If the first single "Gangsta Rap Made Me Do It" is anything to go by, we're in for another raw Ice Cube LP!

Then of course, Young Maylay is working on his street album "The Real Coast Guard", which will be dropping in March. Expect some new music from the project on dubcnn very soon.

A topic that Crazy Toones was very enthusiastic about was talking about Bombai a female DJ from the Bum Squad DJ's. "She's my baby, I'm birthing her to the world. I never took nobody under my wing but I'm taking her. Expect to hear from her." You can currently check out Bombai on K-Day.

Another project that Crazy Toones is involved with is the self-titled Westurn Union mixtape which is coming out soon. Expect some music from that in near future as well. Other projects that are in the works include a Snoop Dogg mixtape, and of course the follow-up to "CT Experience", "It's A Demo". He also mentioned Tha Trapp are working on a new still untitled project. Sounds like he got a lot on his plate, we'll definitely keep you updated on all of them though. Keep it locked.

Nima

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1203642587 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn linked up with Young Joker for an exclusive video interview. After starting things off with a freestyle, Joker tells us more about his role on Meech Wells's "New West World Order 2" that is available now for free download. After this, we discuss Joker's future plans in the rap game, including where he sees himself among other artists and what he hopes the fans get out of his music.

We also talk about his forthcoming street album "Mayhem", which will serve as a pre-cursor to his debut album "Heaven Sent".

Check out the interview for all of this and much more.

Exclusive Video Interview With Young Joker (February 2008)

We've also got a brand new track from the two of them for you today! This one's called "Funeral Music" and it features Joker at his finest - spitting some raw, straight up rhymes.

Young Joker - Funeral Music [Produced by Meech Wells & Soul Mechanix]

If you haven't grabbed "The New West World Order 2" yet, be sure to get that as well.

Meech Wells Presents The New West World Order 2 [Free Download]

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast!

Eddie Gurrola

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1203727360 - January 1, 1970 By : If you can think back to 2006 when we dropped Problem's acclaimed mixtape "Deal Or No Deal", you'll know that the talented Compton MC has been grinding hard for some time to find the right label situation.

After sifting through countless offers to find the right home for his music, Problem signed his major label deal with Universal Republic, a division of Universal Records, yesterday! The entire Dubcnn staff would like to extend our congratulations to him. We caught up with Problem earlier today for a few words about his new deal, and here's what he had to say.

"Y'all can expect giant things from Problem and Derang Entertainment! We 'bout to take over this motherf*cker bra! They done gave the wrong n*gga some money this time! *Laughs* Nah, but on the real, I'm just excited man. I finally get a shot to show the world what I can do, so I'm ready to take full advantage of that. Thanks goes to all the Problem supporters and the Problem haters. Believe me, I'm nothin' without y'all!"

Check out Problem on Myspace for some new music, and send him a comment to congratulate him on the deal! Problem has also been involved in Snoop Dogg's "Ego Trippin'" album, which hits stores on March 11th.

Look out for more news from Problem very soon on Dubcnn.

Eddie Gurrola

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1203792757 - January 1, 1970 By : Roccett is getting ready to release his latest street album "Corporate America" next week. The project, hosted by DJ Warrior, DJ Skee, and Dow Jones, will feature all original production from the likes of Dae One, Tha Bizness, and Ervin "EP" Pope. You can also look out for guest appearances from Akon, Young Buck, Young Jeezy, and Mistah FAB!

We've got a new song from the album untagged for everyone today. This one is called "You Can Hate Me", and it's produced by Reef. You can also grab the instrumental below.

Roccett - You Can Hate Me [Prod. by Reef] [Explicit]

Roccett - You Can Hate Me [Prod. by Reef] [Instrumental]

Here's the complete tracklist as well:
1. Intro
2. I'm A Ryda (Prod. by Dae One)
3. All I Know Ft Akon (Prod. by Young Yonny)
4. Run These Streets (Prod. by Veterano)
5. Throw Your Hoods Up Ft Young Buck (Prod. by E.P.)
6. G Move Ft Gorilla Zoe (Prod. by PC Beats)
7. In The Sheets Ft 2Pac (Prod. by The Nasty One)
8. Give You Some Game (Prod. by Tha Bizness)
9. Function (Prod. by E.P)
10. Dreams (Prod. by The Nasty One)
11. You Can Hate Me (Prod. by Reef)
12. What You Gone Do Ft Mistah FAB (Prod. by Tha Bizness)
13. We Shall Overcome (Prod. by Curt Beats)
14. Real Talk (Prod. by The Nasty One)
15. Rodeo (Prod. by Tha Bizness)
16. All Eyes On Us Freestyle Ft Young Jeezy & Slick Pulla

Make sure to add Roccett as your friend on Myspace. Look out for a new Roccett interview to drop in the next few days, and be sure to pick up a copy of "Corporate America" when it's released next week!

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.

Eddie Gurrola

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1203856007 - January 1, 1970 By : It's Sunday so you already know that last night DJ Skee was once again on Sirius Satellite Radio putting out the latest edition of his world renowned "Live From L.A." radio show. As ever DJ Skee creates a fusion of the most up to date new music as well as vaired classics!

"Live From L.A" is broadcast every Saturday (9PM Pacific Time/12AM Eastern) on Sirius Satellite Radio and the free two-hour podcast download is now housed on the Dubcnn Podcast Network and is released every Sunday.


The new Live From L.A. podcast page features weekly updates with the download links and tracklisting so ensure you bookmark it to get the latest editions.

Click the link below to view the new Live From L.A. podcast page, view the tracklist and download both parts of the two-hour show that aired on February 23.

Dubcnn Presents: DJ Skee - Live From L.A. Podcast Download Page

Bookmark the new home of DJ Skee's "Live From L.A." Radio Show Podcast's and ensure you check back everyweek if you miss or want to hear the show again that goes out every Saturday (9PM Pacific Time/12AM Eastern) on Sirius Satellite Radio. Please contact us with your feedback about the new streaming options and where else you would like to see the option on dubcnn by clicking here.

Rud

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1203997425 - January 1, 1970 By : And here it finally is! The man of the hour (or should I say year?) is getting closer and closer to the position where he needs to be – on top of the game! As we previously reported, Glasses Malone shot a video for his hit single "Certified" featuring Akon last month, and this video will hopefully help him get to that next level! After dominating radio airwaves and even landing the number one spot on L.A.'s Power 106, the anticipation for the video was building up and it was only right that the West Coast showed tremendous support at the video shoot.

The outcome of the video is very pleasing, they kept it street and added a lot of dark and grimey elements, but innovative at the same time. The only downside is that a lot of the words have been edited out the final version, which takes away from the flow of the song.

The video has been shipped to MTV and BET, and it will air the first time on BET's Rap City on Thursday. But you already know that we ain't gonna let you wait for that long! As always, Dubcnn is taking care of it and bringing you the world premiere of the video. We'll let the visual speak, so let's get this one out there:

Glasses Malone - Certified Feat. Akon (YouTube, Windows Media and QuickTime Video)

The entire Dubcnn staff would like to congratulate Glasses on this great video. Be on the lookout for "The Beach Cruiser" dropping April 1st, it's gonna be crazy! Also, if you are interested in the "Certified" T-Shirts that you're going to see in the video, hit up glassesmalone.com to get you one of these.


LilJay

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1204225784 - January 1, 1970 By : After we premiered Eastwood's latest single "I Get Money" featuring Ya Boy, radio stations across the country took notice and added the track into rotation. Produced by Meech Wells & Tha Pusher, this track is now being considered the first single from Eastwood's debut full-length album.

We're back today with a properly mastered, CD quality version of the hit song, and we're giving you the explicit, radio edit, and instrumental versions.

ATTENTION DJs: This one's for you!

Eastwood - I Get Money (ft. Ya Boy) [Prod. by Meech Wells & Tha Pusher] [Explicit]

Eastwood - I Get Money (ft. Ya Boy) [Prod. by Meech Wells & Tha Pusher] [Radio]

Eastwood - I Get Money (ft. Ya Boy) [Prod. by Meech Wells & Tha Pusher] [Instrumental]


Make sure to add Eastwood, Meech Wells, and Ya Boy as your friends on Myspace. We'll be back with more news from Eastwood very shortly as he's currently putting the finishing touches on his next mixtape "American Hustler".

In case you haven't grabbed a copy of Meech's "New West World Order 2" street album, be sure to get it below.

Meech Wells Presents The New West World Order 2 [Mixed by DJ L-Gee] [Free Download]

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.

Eddie Gurrola

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1204227240 - January 1, 1970 By : For the past few months, many of our readers have grown to enjoy our very first radio show, "Coming Up With Young De". Each week, our hosts De and Eddie would go over the latest in De's life as he prepared for the release of his debut street album "Audio Hustlaz Vol. 1".

Now that we've shown you how De came up, we want you to hear from rest of the West Coast. Starting next week, you'll see a new Dubcnn Radio format!

Young De will return as the co-host of the program along with Eddie, but this time we're going to bring a different artist from the West on the show every week to take us into their world and show us how they're "Coming Up". We'll continue to play the hottest records out as well, but we'll put an extra emphasis on songs from the featured artist so that you can hear what they're all about!

Check back next week for the first episode of the newly re-vamped Dubcnn Radio with a special surprise guest!

Related Links:
DJ Skee & B-Real Present Young De - Audio Hustlaz Vol. 1 Street Album [Hosted by Kurupt]
The Entire "Coming Up With Young De" Radio Podcast Series [Now Available To Stream!]

Eddie Gurrola

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1204420548 - January 1, 1970 By : Young Joker is wasting no time in the studio, knocking out tracks at a crazy rate for his new street album "Mayhem". He wanted to drop this song exclusively for the Dubcnn readers today. It's called "Fake N*ggas", and it sees Joker go hard on rappers that he feels are phony over a Mike Jones instrumental. Check it out.

Young Joker - Fake N*ggas [vocals produced by Meech Wells]

Make sure to add Young Joker & Meech Wells as your friends on Myspace.

Also don't forget to download their new street album "New West World Order 2" for free by using the link below.

Meech Wells Presents The New West World Order 2 [Mixed by DJ L-Gee] [Free Download]

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.

Eddie Gurrola

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1204678364 - January 1, 1970 By : Infamous/G-Unit's own 40 Glocc is back on dubcnn with a brand new video. The video is to the song "As The World Turns", which was produced by Havoc. The track is going to be featured on 40 Glocc's digital album which is currently in the works.

40 Glocc goes a little deeper once again on this one, reminiscent of his popular "Lord Help Us" video. Make sure to watch it now by clicking below:

40 Glocc - As The World Turns (Video)

40 is currently close to inking a distribution deal for his Zoo Life Ent label, we'll keep you up to date on that. For now, make sure to check out the video and spread it around! You can check out 40 Glocc on MySpace by clicking here.

Nima

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1204813912 - January 1, 1970 By : To make a difference in the rap game today, you have to grind way harder than you had to just a few years ago. 40 Glocc recognized that early on in his career, and has kept his name constantly popping in the streets and on the net.

Anything G-Unit related is controversial these days, and the boy did catch a lot of heat for staying down with the Unit throughout the past few years. He's been communicating with his fans on a daily basis through his MySpace page, his radio tune "Borrow U" with Akon has been heating up the airwaves, while dropping new street bangers on dubcnn on a regular basis.

Today we're bringing you another exclusive joint, a remix to 40 Glocc's street single from last year "Hammers". He went and got the whole G-Unit crew to rap with him on it, 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, Young Buck and Tony Yayo all get down with 40 on this one. Listen to the "Hammers Remix (G-Unit Rider)" below:

40 Glocc - Hammers (G-Unit Rider Remix) (ft. 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, Young Buck & Tony Yayo) (MP3)

*Song is now available for download.*

Enjoy the track, and incase you missed 40 Glocc's new video to "As The World Turns", produced by Havoc, which we dropped a few days, click here to check it out now!

Nima

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1204851872 - January 1, 1970 By : Taje, Dae One, PR1ME, and The Cali Untouchables' DJ Warrior are invading the West Coast show The Basement on U92.7 tomorrow night. Tune in live from 10PM - 1AM PST on Friday night for a West Coast party like no other! The show is also going to be packed with exclusive new music, so DO NOT miss it. You can stream the show live worldwide by clicking here. Also visit The Basement's Myspace to watch a live video stream of everyone in the studio!

If you can't make the live broadcast, don't worry, because we'll be offering the entire episode up for free download on Dubcnn later next week.

In the meantime, check out some recent work from Taje, Dae One, PR1ME, and DJ Warrior.

Butch Cassidy - All I See (ft. Snoop Dogg & Uncle Issac)
[Produced by Dae One] [Request Now on Power 106 - text it in to 69106]

TakeOff Productions Presents PR1ME -
The Transformation [Hosted by DJ Warrior,
Mixed by September 7th] [Free D/L]

LNS/Diocese/TakeOff Present Taje - Hot Box 2: Untagged Edition [Free D/L]

Also be on the look out for a new video interview with Dae One to drop on Dubcnn next week. Taje's "Get It Gang" street album will also be released in the near future.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.

Eddie Gurrola

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1205013831 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn has the pleasure of world premiering Tha Dogg Pound's new single "Cheat", the first single from Daz & Kurupt's upcoming album "100 Wayz". "Cheat" features Pharrell and was produced by Daz Dillinger.

Go ahead and check out the track below:

Tha Dogg Pound - Cheat (ft. Pharrell)

Be on the lookout for the "100 Wayz" album to drop around the summer, featuring production by Daz, Pete Rock, Denaun Porter, Swizz Beatz and Soopafly and guest appearances from Krayzie Bone, DJ Quik, Snoop Dogg, Cassidy amongst others. Lookout for a new interview with Daz and Kurupt speaking on the album and all other DPG projects dropping soon.

In related news, Daz just sent over a DPG-Mix to Snoop Dogg's smash hit "Sensual Seduction", produced by Daz and Iv, and features new verses from Daz and Kurupt.

They were pretty experimental on this one as far as the beat goes, the verses are fire though. Check out the remix below and make up your own mind about it:

Snoop Dogg - Sensual Seduction DPG-Mix (ft. Daz & Kurupt)

Enjoy the music and please believe we'll keep you up to date as far as the "100 Wayz" album goes.

Nima

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1205189338 - January 1, 1970 By : Following a triumphant return to the mic after 6 years in 2006 with the critically acclaimed release of "Laugh Now, Cry Later", which debuted at #2 on the R&B/Hip Hop sales chart and #4 on the Top 200 sales chart, making it the years highest selling independent release in hip hop, the Godfather of Gangsta Rap, Ice Cube is ready to take center stage once again with his ninth solo effort. The highly anticipated new album, titled "Raw Footage" will be released on June 17th courtesy of his own independent imprint, Lench Mob Records.

Raw Footage is expected to include guest features by artists such as Musiq Soulchild, Nas, Scarface and WC. The hip hop legend also collaborated with producers Maestro, Emile, DJ Crazy Toones, Fred Wreck, Palumbo Beats, and Teak “Da Beatsmith” Underdue and Dee Underdue to name a few.

Currently in the studio, putting the final touches on "Raw Footage", Cube is also gearing up for his own headlining concert at this year’s South by Southwest (SxSW) festival in Austin, TX on March 15th at 8pm CST/9pm EST. Performing for an expected crowd of 20,000 plus fans, Cube will carry out crowd pleasing, classic material along with current hits, which includes the controversial, breakout record, “Gangsta Rap Made Me Do It” featured on his forthcoming new album.

For those not able to attend the free event, Cube has partnered up with Microsoft Corp. to live stream the performance exclusively on UVNTV.com utilizing their groundbreaking, Silverlight technology, a cross-browser, cross-platform plug-in for delivering richer user experiences on the Web. Co-created by Cube and hip hop legend DJ Pooh, UVNTV is the world’s first real-time streaming television network online, complete with individual channels broadcasting unique content, a TV channel guide and broadband social network.

"We are excited to partner with UVNTV.com and SxSW to bring this live concert into the homes of people globally, using our Silverlight technology which delivers the high-def experiences that Ice Cube's fans will love," said Rob Pulciani, Microsoft’s senior marketing manager. To download Silverlight and watch Cube perform live at SxSW, visit UVNTV.com. For more information on obtaining tickets to the concert, visit sxsw.com.

Check out the remix to Ice Cube's current single "Gangsta Rap Made Me Do It" featuring Nas and Scarface by clicking here.

Nima

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1205194157 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn had the chance to talk to the wonderful Keri Hilson! The talented singer, who skyrocketed to the top of the Pop world last year through her work with Timbaland, is now signed to Interscope Records through a joint venture with Timbaland and Polow Da Don, and tells us about her path up until now and how she linked up with Polow and Timbo.

We go into detail on the making of the "Shock Value" album, the single "The Way I Are" and its success, her writing experiences and forming the writing crew The Clutch.

Of course we speak about her album "In A Perfect World..." which should be coming soon. She let's us know what fans can expect from the album, and also talks on her experiences working with Britney Spears, Xzibit and many more high profile artists. Check out the full interview below:

Exclusive Interview With Keri Hilson (March '08)

Come drop your feedback on the forums, or send it to nima@dubcnn.com.


Nima

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1205301690 - January 1, 1970 By : After a highly successful run with "The New West World Order 2", producer Meech Wells is already gearing up to release the third installment of his popular street album series. "The New West World Order 3" will be coming in a few weeks, and just like last time, Meech is reaching out to the Dubcnn community to get them directly involved with the project.

Meech is searching for an MC to jump on a track with Young Joker and another special surprise guest that will be announced when the contest is over!


All you've got to do to enter the contest is sign up for our forum, visit the thread here, and post your track up! Meech will be listening to your records, and our forum community will tell you what they think of your track as well.

If you have any questions about how to post your song up, please feel free to send an email to eddie@dubcnn.com.

After the contest is over, Meech will hand-pick the winner, and they will be featured on "The New West World Order 3". Since the new street album is coming in only a few weeks, this contest will close on Monday, March 24th, promptly at 12:00 AM PST. No late submissions will be considered. Good luck!

Related Link:
Meech Wells Presents The New West World Order 2 [Free Download]

Eddie Gurrola

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1205502992 - January 1, 1970 By : Some of you may remember Cavie aka Caviar from his "Bouncin' Down The Blvd" track with Timbaland a few years ago, or from his work with Aaliyah and Toni Braxton. The Compton rapper/producer has been one the quieter cats on the West but has been making some of the bigger moves.

For the past year, he's been down in Atlanta with T.I. and the Grand Hustle camp, you might have caught him on some of the videos representing. But now, Cavie is ready to step out to the frontline and show the world what he's capable of.

He's currently working on a remix album to Xzibit's "Full Circle" album, which was often criticized because of the production. We have two tracks from the album right here for ya'll so you can see what to expect from the project, the first one is a remix to "On Bail", featuring The Game, T-Pain & Daz, and the second is "Movin' In Yo Chucks", featuring Kurupt & Too Short. Get the below:

Xzibit - On Bail (Cavie Remix) (ft. The Game, T-Pain & Daz)
Xzibit - Movin' In Yo Chucks (Cavie Remix) (ft. Too Short & Kurupt)

And now let's give ya'll some Cavie heat on the solo tip so you can see what he's working with. This track is called "To The Left", produced by Cavie, and featuring Kam, Dre'sta & Y.B. Check it out:

Cavie - To The Left (ft. Kam, Dre'sta & Y.B.)

Check out Cavie on MySpace, and be on the lookout for a lot more music from him on dubcnn, including collaborations with his long time friend Young Dre The Truth. Cheah beah!

Nima

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1205619740 - January 1, 1970 By : After gaining a major buzz in 2007, The Bloc Boyz (K-Boy & Ace) are gearing up to flood West Coast hip-hop fans with quality music for the rest of this year. Between a new mixtape “Reality Check” that’s dropping for free download in a few weeks, and their long-awaited street album “Real Talk”, The Bloc Boyz are putting themselves in a perfect position to blow up in ’08.

K-Boy and Ace have been friends since high school, but it wasn’t until later that they officially came together to form The Bloc Boyz. “We ran back into each other somewhere on Sunset, linked up, and started doing a couple little things. Ever since then, that sh*t was just right,” said Ace. At the time, K-Boy had already aligned himself with Glasses Malone after an impromptu freestyle session. K-Boy recalls, “When me and Ace got back into contact, I [said to Glasses], ‘I’ve got a boy that wants in’. Once he heard Ace, it was a wrap. Since then, it’s been Blu Division for like three-and-a-half or four years now!”

In ’07, The Bloc Boyz appeared on a variety of mixtapes, including Glasses Malone’s “Electric Chair”. [Download Here] With the Death Row theme surrounding the project, instant comparisons were made, and some declared The Bloc Boyz as Tha Dogg Pound for a new generation. When asked about this, Ace simply said, “The Dogg Pound put it down hard for the streets. We take that as a compliment. Shouts out to Kurupt, shouts out to Daz.” The duo worked with Daz on “The Electric Chair” as well, and they considered it an honor. K-Boy told us, “To link up with a legend and a motherf*cker that you grew up to, listened to, and looked up to? That’s crazy! For him to f*ck with us, and for him to give us that stamp, it’s unbelievable. I’m lost for words.”

As of late, the self-described “lab rats” have been recording material non-stop. The first offering from The Bloc Boyz will be “Reality Check”, a mixtape hosted by DJ Ill Will, DJ Rampage, and DJ Blvd. When asked about the project, Ace said, “That’s basically a whole lot of music that we’ve been recording. We’re just gonna do it for the internet - free download. Following that is the street album, which is crazy.”

The forthcoming street album in question, “Real Talk”, is promised to be “what the game’s been missing.” Ace said, “Basically, we’re giving you us. We’re giving you what we go through, we’re giving you what everyone else might go through. We’re actually talking about something. We’re actually having fun with the music. We’re doing different things, and just trying to showcase the West. We want to show people what West Coast life is really like.”

Aside from the mixtape and street album, K-Boy and Ace are also working on solo projects. K-Boy is putting together “The Green Mixtape”, which aims to bring West Coast unity to a higher level. “I’m trying not to glorify gangbanging in a negative way. Crips and Bloods can get along, we can do music and get money together, and we can be real friends. I reached out to [artists like] Jay Rock, Lil Bam, 211, Roccett, and Big Wy [for the project]. It’s gonna be a hell of a tape. What I wanted to do is put everybody together and let them know that we’re really pushing the ‘blue and red make green’ out here.”


Meanwhile, Ace has been working on the “Get It Gang” street album with Taje. “That tape right there is something serious. Taje reached out to a n*gga because he seen a n*gga grindin’. He seen what me and K-Boy were doing.” The group also has nothing but respect for LNS’s Dae One. “Shouts out to Dae One. Dae One was actually the first producer to really f*ck with us on a heavy level and provide us with a sound that only fits The Bloc Boyz. When we get into the studio with Dae One, it’s like magic,” says K-Boy.

With a full-lineup of street offerings this year, The Bloc Boyz are making it their mission to be heard. On top of the new music, the Boyz have established their own company, Hustle Money Ent., as well. The group is confident about their position in the game, and envisions major plans for themselves in the future. “[Other artists] hear the music and realize that we’re real n*ggas. Everybody’s f*ckin’ with us.”

We’ve got a new track from “Reality Check” for you to listen to today. The banger is called “I’m Hood”, and it’s not one that you’ll want to pass up. Download it below.

The Bloc Boyz – I’m Hood [Produced by Chris Judge]

Make sure to check out The Bloc Boyz on Myspace, and be on the look out for “Reality Check” to drop on Dubcnn for free download in the next few weeks. The group wants to give a big shout out to Andino, the studio they record at, as well!

Eddie Gurrola

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1205886501 - January 1, 1970 By : It's time for a new 40 Glocc joint! The Infamous/G-Unit rapper has been dropping new tracks left and right, including his "Hammers Remix" with 50 Cent and the rest of G-Unit on it, and the video to his song "As The World Turns" which was premiered on dubcnn. Today we have a new joint called "Game For U", which features Prodigy from Mobb Deep, while Rick Rock provided the beat for it. To find out how the mixture of 40 Glocc, Prodigy and Rick Rock turned out, click below:

40 Glocc - Game For U (ft. Prodigy) (Prod. by Rick Rock)

Keep it locked to dubcnn for the latest on 40 Glocc and Zoo Life Ent.

Nima

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1205886535 - January 1, 1970 By : Today marks the launch of Dubcnn's official radio show "The West Coast Grind" with hosts Young De & Eddie. Every week, we'll take you into the world of one of your favorite artists by showcasing a variety of their tracks and getting their opinion on life as an artist out on the West Coast. By the time the show's over, you should feel like you have a good idea of what the artist is really like in person, and you'll also gain a vast array of insight into the hip-hop industry.



For our debut show, we reached out to Hot Dollar, who has his plate full promoting his latest single "Upside Down" and hosting DJ Ill Will, DJ Rampage, & Dubcnn's "Rap Or Die 5" mixtape. Hot goes in-depth about the creation of many of his recent records, including "Upside Down", "Streetz On Lock", and "Get Naked". He also shares his thoughts on how the West Coast is viewed by the mainstream public, and how difficult it is for artists to get noticed out here.

DJ Ill Will stops by to talk about "Rap Or Die 5", and he gives us some insight as to how his elaborate mixtapes are actually put together. He also talks about how it feels to be nominated for a Justo Award after being in the game for only one year.

Combining Dubcnn's knowledge and talent, Young De's special insight as an artist on the grind himself, and the hottest West Coast records out right now, "The West Coast Grind" will establish itself quickly as one of the premier West Coast-based radio shows in the world. Check it out for yourself by downloading the podcast below.

"The West Coast Grind" with Young De & Eddie
Week 1 - With Special Guests Hot Dollar & DJ Ill Will [Podcast]

Make sure to add Young De, Hot Dollar, and DJ Ill Will as your friends on Myspace. Bookmark the page above for the latest "West Coast Grind" podcasts, and check back EVERY TUESDAY for new episodes of the show!

Make sure to request Hot Dollar's "Upside Down" and Young De's "2 Many" on Power 106 right now by texting into 69106. Check out a new "Upside Down" commercial from Hot Dollar by clicking here.

Related Links:
DJ Skee & B-Real Present Young De - Audio Hustlaz [Hosted by Kurupt]
DJ Ill Will, DJ Rampage, & Dubcnn Present - Rap Or Die 5 [Hosted by Hot Dollar]

Eddie Gurrola

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1206031501 - January 1, 1970 By : After starting our search for a tight MC last week with Meech Wells, we've been flooded with great entries! Meech was looking for an MC to jump on a track with Young Joker and another special surprise guest on his forthcoming street album "The New West World Order 3". After hearing so much talent thus far, Meech has decided to take more than one MC on the project. Keep posting your music to be considered! All you've got to do to enter the contest is sign up for our forum, visit the thread here, and post your track up! Meech will be listening to your records, and our forum community will tell you what they think of your track as well.

If you have any questions about how to post your song up, please feel free to send an email to eddie@dubcnn.com.

After the contest is over, Meech will hand-pick the winner, and they will be featured on "The New West World Order 3". This contest will close on Monday, March 24th, promptly at 12:00 AM PST. No late submissions will be considered. Good luck!

We can't leave you without some new music to vibe to, so we're leaking another record from "New West World Order 3" today. This one is a reggae-flavored cut called "Dreams", and it features Truth. Check it out below.

Truth - Dreamz [Prod. by Meech Wells & Tha Pusher]

Make sure to add Meech Wells & Truth as your friends on Myspace, and stay tuned to Dubcnn to find out who wins this contest!

Eddie Gurrola

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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.

Nima

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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.

Eddie Gurrola

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1206665527 - January 1, 1970 By : After bringing you the exclusive world premiere of Young De & Ca$his's single "All I Be" on "The West Coast Grind with Young De & Eddie" a couple days ago, we're dropping off the track untagged for everyone today.

This chilled-out banger is going to heat things up for the duo, who are currently recording their joint DJ Skee-hosted street album "Cons-Piracy". Check out the track below.

Young De & Ca$his - All I Be

Make sure to add Young De & Ca$his as your friends on Myspace. To hear more about this record, check out Dubcnn Radio's "West Coast Grind" Radio Show Podcast from this week, with our special guest Crooked I.

Look out for the latest news on "Cons-Piracy" right here on Dubcnn, and keep requesting De's "2 Many" record with B-Real & Kurupt by sending a text into 69106.

Related Links:
Young De - Audio Hustlaz Vol. 1 Street Album [Free Download]
Ca$his - Loose Cannon Mixtape [Free Download]

Eddie Gurrola

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1206666335 - January 1, 1970 By : After an extensive contest that blew up on the Dubcc Forums, Meech Wells [Myspace Here] is announcing the winners today. The talented MCs will get a chance to appear on Meech's latest street album "The New West World Order 3", which will be dropping exclusively on Dubcnn.

Since there were so many great MCs that entered the contest, Meech couldn't settle on just a single winner, so he has made room for three of the entrants on his mixtape! The winners are:


Bo$$, Young Speech, & 3rd

Congratulations! Be on the look out for their verses on "NWWO3" when it drops very soon for free download. In the meantime, check out these magazine scans from Meech's recent appearance in OZONE West Magazine, and download "The New West World Order 2" if you haven't already.

Meech Wells In OZONE West Magazine [Scan]

Meech Wells Presents The New West World Order Vol. 2 [Mixed by DJ L-Gee] [Free Download]

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest exclusive contests!

Eddie Gurrola

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1206908144 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn recently had the chance to speak to Ant Diddley Dog, who is one-half of the dymanic duo known as Bad N-Fluenz, for an interview. In part 1 of this world exclusive interview, Ant gets us up-to-date on what he’s been doing over the years, how he got into rapping, and gives us a little history on how he & Rappin’ Ron became the group we know as Bad N-Fluenz.

Ant Diddley Dog Interview (Part 1)

Drop your feedback on the forum and stay tuned to Dubcnn for part 2 of this exclusive interview.


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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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1206989830 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been a minute since we introduced you to 211 from the City of Champs. The Inglewood spitter who's signed to Young Jeezy's label CTE West, is currently finishing up his street album "Product Of Da Block", which is set to hit the streets in April.

He recently inked a deal with Soon Management and is also set to release a X-Rated Reality DVD, like a "day in the life of young 211" type of thing, which will be coming out later this year.

211 sent over a couple exclusive tracks to get out there, and that's exactly what we're going to do. We have three tracks, one of them is a remix to The Game's current street single "Big Dreams", which 211 flipped into "Hood Dreams". Check out the music below.


211 - Hood Dreams
211 - Take You Down
211 - Product Of The Block

Check out 211 on MySpace by clicking here, and look out for new music from 211 and fellow Inglewood spiiter/producer Disko on dubcnn very soon.

Nima

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1207097443 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back today with the third week of our ever-growing new Dubcnn radio show "The West Coast Grind" with Young De & Eddie. We'd like to take the time right now to thank everyone who has been supporting the show so far. The more listeners we have, the bigger it will become!

This week, we reached out to Gail Gotti as our special guest. In her first-ever Dubcnn interview, she speaks about a variety of topics, including her new album "Worth The Wait", which will be released overseas and take the West Coast to a whole new market.

We also talk about working with her husband Kurupt, and her affiliation with Infamous/G-Unit. After this, Gail takes us back to the Death Row days and gives us her honest opinion on how the New West measures up to the original West Coast dynasty.

Meanwhile, De gives us a world premiere track produced by Damizza & Jedi Jared Moore from his "Audio Hustlaz: Platinum Edition" that will be dropping for free download tomorrow. He tells us about his crazy weekend in The OC with B-Real as well. All of this and much more is on "The West Coast Grind" this week, so be sure to check it out below!

Don't forget that you have the option to either stream or download the show straight to your computer.

"The West Coast Grind" With Young De & Eddie
Week 3 - With Special Guest Gail Gotti [Podcast]

Make sure to add Young De & Gail Gotti as your friends on Myspace. Be on the look out for Gail's "Worth The Wait" album when it drops this summer, and come back tomorrow for "Audio Hustlaz: Platinum Edition"!

Eddie Gurrola

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1207167040 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn has teamed up with So So Def/Island Def Jam artist Hot Dollar to give you an inside look into the life of an emerging star. We're dropping the first edition of this new video series, "A Day In The Life Of Hot Dollar" for you today.

Hot and his manager Pop Gates of C. Brown Inc. invited Dubcnn to come kick it with them for a busy day. In this video, we stop by a local Long Beach radio station, and then take a trip to the studio to add a third verse to Hot's new single "Upside Down".


You'll get to hear the exclusive world premiere of the final version of "Upside Down" at the end of the video, and you don't want to miss out on that! Watch the video by following the link below.

Dubcnn Presents: Hot Dollar - A Day In The Life [Episode 1] [Video]

Make sure to add Hot Dollar & Pop Gates as your friends on Myspace. Ladies, if you want to be a part of Hot's new music video shoot for "Upside Down", click here to find out more information. Also don't forget to keep requesting "Upside Down" on Power 106 by texting your vote into 69106. Here's the record for those that haven't heard it yet.

Hot Dollar - Upside Down [2-Verse Version]

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Hot Dollar and the Dollar Figga camp.

Eddie Gurrola

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1207250852 - January 1, 1970 By : After we introduced you to Young Rook last year, the unsigned hype has been grinding hard in the studio working on his latest project "Label Money". The forthcoming album, presented by Dubcnn, is a full-length set of all original music.

Half of the record will will be harder, street music for the hip-hop heads, while the second half will focus on Rook's smoother side, with records aimed at the ladies.


"Label Money" is set to drop in late April/early May, exclusively on Dubcnn for free download and with no DJ tags. But we're setting things off today by giving you the WORLD PREMIERES of Young Rook's radio and street singles from the album.

The radio single, "Out Of Control", is definitely one for the females, but guys can still vibe with the funky melodies courtesy of C Ballin.

This song is going to be a serious problem on the radio, SO DJs, feel free to grab it here and add it to your rotation immediately.

Young Rook - Out Of Control [Radio Version] [Produced by C Ballin]

The street single is titled "C U At The Top". Rook rhymes about the struggles of an artist trying to get signed, while J. Black kills the hook. Check it out below.

Young Rook - C U At The Top (ft. J. Black) [Produced by C Ballin]

Get ready for "Out Of Control" to hit the radio real soon, and remember where you heard it first! You can get the ball rolling now by requesting the record on Power 106. Text "Young Rook - Out Of Control" to 69106.


Make sure to add Young Rook & C Ballin as your friends on Myspace, and look out for more leaks from "Dubcnn Presents: Label Money" real soon.

Eddie Gurrola

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1207506478 - January 1, 1970 By : We first introduced the duo known as Young Giantz back in June 2007 when we premiered their first single Weeest! which featured their father the legendary Playa Hamm. The youngest protégés of the original Penthouse Players Clique, Deuce Mac and Bigg Joe West, are the brothers that make up the Young Giantz.

Last year, with the release of their debut single Weeest!, the group were working on their debut EP which ended up being pushed back and has now become a mixtape that is due over the coming months.

"G-Qcality" will feature production from names including Qluso, N/A, Boogaloo, Bokie as well as DJ Battlecat, Amplified and Blaqthoven.

Today we have a track for download that is set to feature on "G-Qcality" that is produced by N/A entitled "Big Big Bizness."

When asked about their music Bigg Joe West told Dubcnn; "We [are] basicallu just continuously making good music daily. Being the sons of Playa Hamm we makin' sure we come right considering he never got the credit he deserves. We [are] just carrying the torch ya know. Me, Bigg Joe West and my brother Duece Mac [are] just here to make good music and take the world on beautiful ride."

Young Giantz - Big Big Bizness

We will keep you updated on "G-Qcality" over the coming weeks leading up to its release, in the meantime enjoy the new music and show your support over on our forums.

Rud

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1207550162 - January 1, 1970 By : Long featured on Dubcnn [see previous updates], Massachusetts-bred, New York-based rapper Termanology has finally secured a release date for his long awaited, highly anticipated debut album.

"Politics As Usual" is set to drop this Fall 2008 via a joint venture between Termanologys own ST. Records and indy powerhouse Nature Sounds. The record features a who's who of production royalty, with DJ Premier, Hi-Tek, Pete Rock, The Alchemist, Havoc, Buckwild, Nottz and Large Professor providing tracks.

The half-white, half-Puerto Rican MC has come a long way since he released his first 12-inch in 2002. Through his alliance with influential mixtape DJ (and fellow Massachusetts native) Statik Selektah, Term began earning the respect of Boston's hip-hop scene with several highly acclaimed 12" singles.

2006 saw Termanology catch his big break when legendary producer DJ Premier, whom he had met three years earlier, finally blessed him with one of his signature, scratch-laden beats. Watch How It Go Down instantly became an underground classic and Termanology appeared on hip-hop's international radar. The conscious hood anthem garnered the earnest MC tons of praise, landing him in The Source's "Unsigned Hype" and XXL's "Show and Prove" columns. Around this time Dubcnn also caught up with him for an exclusive interview and dropped that track's remix - Watch How It Go Down (Remix) Feat. Papoose & Lil Fame.

Since then, Termanology has quickly climbed the industry ranks with his Hood Politics mixtape series and continued collaborations with DJ Premier - some of those can be downloaded courtesy of Dubcnn here. Term's hard work resulted in a joint venture deal with Brooklyn-based label Nature Sounds, which he signed in late 2007. "I decided to go the indy route to have total control of everything related to my project," Term explains.

Nature Sounds is quickly becoming the indy home for classic hip hop. During the last couple of years the label has released projects by several artists that include hip hop cult icon MF DOOM, Wu-Tang's Masta Killa (Made In Brooklyn), the debut album from Havoc of Mobb Deep (The Kush), most recently, Pete Rock's latest (NY's Finest).

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from Termanology's debut album "Politics As Usual" which is due in the Fall of 2008.

Rud

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1207584180 - January 1, 1970 By : I heard that even the gangsters been bangin Usher's soon-to-be hit single "Love In This Club", so we might as well bring them the internet world premiere of the new video since we've been asked to lace the streets too. That’s right, Dubcnn even got the R&B ish locked!

As the title already says, it's a typical club scene and the whole thing looks just like that other video he shot a few summers ago, except for the cameos from Keri Hilson, Puff, Kanye and of course Jeezy with his verse.


Usher - Love In This Club Feat. Young Jeezy (Video)

This here is the director's version and it's about to be everywhere, so feel free to be the 100th person to put this on your YouTube channel!

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1207586148 - January 1, 1970 By : Cali Untouchable's very own September 7th is back on Dubcnn with the latest installment in his acclaimed mixtape series "Western Hospitality." The Sixth edition of this series is available today for free download courtesy of Dubcnn and also continues the feature we kicked off back in February - "On The 7th With The 7th."

The new series sees September 7th release - exclusive to dubcnn readers - a free mixtape download, every 7th of the month!


Each month will be different and could be the latest new music, specific to an artist or even the latest "Western Hospitality" release he is working on. So every 7th of every month in 2008 you can download for free the best new music from September 7th

Today, to mark April 7th we have the exclusive download of the eagerly awaited "Western Hospitality 6" mixtape which is hosted by Roccett and features the epic Cali Untouchable DJ Remix of The Game's "Big Dreams" as well as artists including 211, Ko-Kaine Shane, Tha Crow, Quiz, Calico, Juice, Pr1me, Young Rook, Young Capo, Papa Locc, Lil Tuff, Crooked I, Horseshoe Gang, Skrilla Skwad, Shade Shiest, Eddie Kane Jr., Ya Boy, One-2, Fresh, Mack 10, G. Malone, Tha Dogg Pound, Mistah F.A.B., Bishop Lamont, Focus, Rafael Saadiq, Dubb, Mitchy Slick and many more.

We also have all previous editions in the "Western Hospitality" series, 1-5, available using the link below.

September 7th - Western Hospitality 6 (Hosted By Roccett) (Free Download)

Enjoy the new music and remember that from today, every 7th of the month, September 7th will release a new mixtape on Dubcnn exclusively! Until then check him out on MySpace and remember to vote for him in this years Justo Mixtape Awards.

Rud

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1207639714 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back today with some major news on Rome of B.Y.I. Entertainment, one of the hottest new producers in the game. Known for his signature sound, which involves vintage Spanish soul sampling, Rome is about to blow listeners away with a creative new compilation called "Welcome To Rome." This project, dropping for free download on April 22nd, will feature a piece of the original Spanish soul record that Rome samples as an intro to the new songs. Rome's versatility as an artist will be on full display here, so get ready for an album full of surprises. Look out for guest appearances from the likes of Omar Cruz, Jay-Z, Rick Ross, Dout Gotcha!, and Conejo as well.

We've got the exclusive world premiere of the single from "Welcome To Rome" for you to check out today. This track is called "Born & Raised On The Westside", and it features Omar Cruz. When asked about the song, Rome said, "This record was on Omar's album but due to a sample clearance issue, I decided to put it out on my album." Have a listen to the hard-hitting song below.

Rome ft. Omar Cruz - Born & Raised On The Westside [Produced by Rome]

Make sure to add Rome as your friend on Myspace. Be on the lookout for more news on "Welcome To Rome" as it becomes available, and get ready for its release on April 22nd!

Related Link:
Exclusive Interview With Rome [January 2008]

Eddie Gurrola

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1207708893 - January 1, 1970 By : It's Tuesday, so that means it's time for another dose of "The West Coast Grind" with Young De & Eddie, Dubcnn's official radio show that's got everyone talking. This week, we reached out to both PR1ME & DJ Warrior to give you the maximum amount of game possible. You're barely going to be able to fit this week's show on one CD!

PR1ME tells us more about his recently-released street album "The Transformation", including his experiences working with Bishop Lamont, Focus, and Vanessa Marquez.

He also gives us more insight on how to market yourself as a new artist, and he speaks out about his infamous encounter with Kool Herc.

DJ Warrior takes us out of the music world and gives us some business knowledge. He tells us how he garners sponsorships, how he generates revenue from his mixtapes, and even discusses a new business venture he's involved in called "The Solo Pipe".

All of these topics and much more are covered in this week's edition of "The West Coast Grind". If you're interested in the music business, get a pen and paper ready, because class is officially in session!

"The West Coast Grind" With Young De & Eddie
Week 4 - With Special Guests PR1ME & DJ Warrior [Podcast]

Make sure to add PR1ME & DJ Warrior as your friends on Myspace. Shouts out to TakeOff Productions for all of their help with this feature. If you haven't downloaded PR1ME's "Transformation" street album, you're missing out on one of the best releases of the year thus far. Grab your free copy by following the link below.

PR1ME - The Transformation: Perception Is Deception
[Hosted by DJ Warrior, Mixed by September 7th]


Also, if you skipped our behind-the-scenes video with PR1ME at the Magic Show in Vegas, check that out as well. This is the video that shows PR1ME's run-in with Kool Herc.

PR1ME & Dubcnn - "The Transformation" At The Magic Show [Stream]

In addition to all of this, we're dropping the single from Warrior's latest mixtape with Strong Arm Steady - "Cali Untouchable Radio 17: Klak Klak Edition". The song is called "We The Best" and was produced by the late Disco D. Check it out below.

Strong Arm Steady - We The Best [Produced by Disco D (R.I.P.)]

Look out for the full mixtape to drop for free download tomorrow!


Check back next Tuesday for another edition of "The West Coast Grind." If you want to jump on the next show with De, myself, and our special guest, visit Young De on Myspace and send him a message. Holla!

Eddie Gurrola

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1207780703 - January 1, 1970 By : 40 Glocc is back with a new video off his upcoming mixtape called "I Am Legend", that is being put together with DJ Nik Bean. The track is called "New World Order" and the video is reminiscent of 40's "Lord Help Us" video, which was a favorite amongst fans.

On "New World Order", 40 Glocc talks politics, conspiracy theories, society and government. Dubcnn has the video available for you to watch, click below to check it out:


40 Glocc - New World Order (Video)

40 Glocc also has the following message he'd like to let his fans know: "I wanna appologize to a lot of people that haven't received my "Outspoke Volume 3" yet due to lack of promo from a wack ass Westcoast DJ named Strong. Nigga you better hope I don't see you on the street and beat yo ass up, or let my lil homies deal wit you.. Anybody doing a mixtape with this idiot is going nowhere very fast.."

Nima

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1207919742 - January 1, 1970 By : With the recent completion of 52 Week's of Crooked I's acclaimed "Hip-Hop Weekly" freestyle series, September 7th of the Cali Untouchable DJs has just completed the third and final version of his mixtapes for the series.

Following the successes of both Volume 1 and Volume 2, the pair have re-aligned to present "Hip-Hop Weekly: Volume 3" which features the freestyles released since the last tape.

The new edition chronicles Weeks 37-52 in the series all on one disc, as well as a few bonus cuts that Crooked I has appeared on during the past few months.

We have the World Premiere download of the new mixtape today on Dubcnn and although many of you may have listened and/or downloaded the tracks from Dubcnn's Official Hip-Hop Weekly Archive you now have the opportunity to download the most recent cuts all combined in this exclusive Free Download of the September 7th & Crooked I "Hip Hop Weekly Mixtape: Volume 3."

Dubcnn Presents: September 7th & Crooked I - Hip Hop Weekly Volume 3 (Free Download)

Enjoy the new release and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from both Crooked I and Cali Untouchable DJ September 7th.

Rud

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1208047976 - January 1, 1970 By : For the past few years, LNS Entertainment, the company founded by Taje & Dae One, has been a major supporter of many of the hottest projects coming out of the West Coast. From marketing, to recording at the LNS Studios, virtually every New West artist has come through LNS Ent. at some point.

To showcase their accomplishments, LNS will release a 2-album compilation called "The Stash". The first disc, dropping for free download on Dubcnn on 4/20, will feature a combination of previously heard and unreleased material from a lot of your favorite artists.

The second disc, dropping in June, will feature all Dae One productions. To find out more about "The Stash", check out our Exclusive Video Interview with Dae One.

After the first disc drops on 4/20, you can get ready for Taje's "Get It Gang" street album, which will come out in May. Dae One & Noni Spitz's "No One" street album is also close to being finished. Look out for more information and music from those projects to drop shortly.

Also start getting excited for "Hot Box 3" later this year, which will prove to be one of the biggest street albums in 2008. Taje has been in heavy label negotiations with some of the top names in the industry, and is ready to set his undeniable mark on the industry.

We've got three preview tracks from "The Stash Volume 1" for you to download today as well. Check them out!

Roccett - Ride With A G (from the "Colors" mixtape)

Chevy Jones ft. Bishop Lamont and Mike Ant - Zero Gravity
(from the "Hollyhood" mixtape)

Get It Gang - Get It Gang (from the "Hot Box 2" mixtape)

Make sure to add Taje & Dae One as your friends on Myspace, and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on LNS Entertainment! Shouts out to TakeOff Productions for all of their help as well.

Eddie Gurrola

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1208301019 - January 1, 1970 By : One third of the Westurn Union, Bad Lucc, recently released a song through his MySpace page called "Bang That Shit", and the strong feedback he recieved from the fans motivated him to go out and shoot a little video for it. Lucc reached out to D. Baker aka Dah Dah, who you know for his great work on DJ Crazy Toones' "CT Experience DVD", and they shot a grimy hood video for it, which fits the mood of the THX-produced track. Dubcnn just recieved a copy of the video, check it out below:

Bad Lucc - Bang That Shit (Video)

We also have the MP3 of the song available for you to download, get it below:

Bad Lucc - Bang That Shit (Audio)

Enjoy the video, and look out for more videos such as this one coming from Bad Lucc. I know you all wanna see a video for the Westurn Union "House Shoe Musik Vol. 1" as well, so come request one on the forum, hopefully they'll listen to the fans as Lucc did with this video! Incase you still haven't copped your copy of "House Shoe Musik", click here to do so now.

Nima

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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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1208486143 - January 1, 1970 By : As we told you earlier in the month, Top Dawg Ent, home of artists such as Jay Rock, K.Dot, Ab-Soul, Bo, Punch, Ali, Sounwave, & DJ Dave, have teamed up with "Your Wifey's Favorite DJ," Ill Will, to release a group project called "Do It N*gga Squad Vol. 1".

The CD features all original music, and is available for purchase now on
Jay Rock's Myspace Page. We've got 7 crazy songs for you to preview from the project today. If you're feeling them, head over to the Myspace and support Top Dawg Ent!

Tracklisting:
01. Jay Rock – Intro (Prod by King Blue)
02. Ab-Soul, Jay Rock, Schoolboy Q, K.Dot & Punch – Try Me (Prod by The Antidote)
03. K.Dot – Creep On Em
04. Ab-Soul & Punch – Fly Away (Prod by Dash & Nalo)
05. Jay Rock, BO & K.Dot – Schizo
06. K.Dot, Ab-Soul & Jay Rock – TDE Dynasty (Prod by Sounwave)
07. Jay Rock – Project Love (Prod by Dem Jointz)
08. K.Dot & Jay Rock – Skateboard N*gga
09. Ab-Soul – Ab 4 Pres
10. Jay Rock & Ab-Soul – Ghetto Diary
11. K.Dot & Ab-Soul – Worlds Negative (Prod by Sounwave)
12. Jay Rock – The Realest
13. Ab-Soul – Chillin (Prod by The Antidote)
14. K-Dot – The Gemini
15. Jay Rock, Ab-Soul, BO & K.Dot – Top Dawg ENT
16. Jay Rock – Freeway Freestyle
17. K.Dot feat Julio G – Don't Do It (Prod by Sounwave)
18. Ab-Soul, K.Dot & Punch – Murder You Rappers (Prod by Sounwave)
19. Jay Rock – All My Life feat Lil Wayne & Will.i.am

Stay tuned to Dubcnn next week for some exclusive info on this project.

Eddie Gurrola

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1208552183 - January 1, 1970 By : Meech Wells is gearing up to release the third installment of his ever-popular "New West World Order" street album series. He's leaking a record from the project for all of the Dubcnn fans today.

Last month, we ran a contest where up-and-coming MCs could submit their work on our forum, and Meech directly chose a few of the newcomers to jump on a track of his. Their resulting collaboration is what we've got for you to download.

The song is called "New West Sh*t", and it features Young Joker alongside Young 3rd, Bo$$, The Truth, and Grand Prix. Get it below!

Young Joker, Young 3rd, Bo$$, The Truth, & Grand Prix - New West Sh*t [Produced by Meech Wells & Tha Pusher]

Make sure to add Meech Wells and Young Joker as your friends on Myspace. Stay tuned for the latest news regarding "The New West World Order 3," which should be dropping for free download exclusively on Dubcnn in the very near future!

Eddie Gurrola

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1208834391 - January 1, 1970 By : It's world premiere time on Dubcnn today, as we're bringing you the exclusive first look at Hot Dollar's latest music video, "I Luv Tha Streetz". Directed by Pop Gates, this video's theme is really as "street" as you can get, but it still retains a quality look that you would expect to see on the major media outlets. Look out for appearances from the entire Dollar Figga camp, including Guerilla Black, DJ Ill Will, Ackrite, Holla, and Da Rilla. Shouts out to Money Moses for all of his work on this video too. Check it out below!

Hot Dollar - I Luv Tha Streetz [Video]

Make sure to add Hot Dollar as your friend on Myspace. If you're interested in getting a professional street or crossover video done, then holler at Pop Gates. This is only the first street video that you can expect from Hot Dollar. Stay tuned to Dubcnn, as usual, for latest updates.

Also look out for "100 Laws Of Power 2.0", the untagged So So Def Edition of Hot Dollar's latest street album. This new version, which is being released exclusively with Dubcnn later in the week, will feature brand new records and artwork. We know you can't wait for that, but until then enjoy the new video and spread it around as much as you can!

Eddie Gurrola

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1208930278 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been a few weeks since we've heard from the Baby Ree camp, but don't worry because we've got three hot new records for you to check out today! Behind the scenes, Damizza has been working closely with DJ Couz out of Japan. While Mizza has been helping Couz develop his skills as a producer, Couz is planning to release Baby Ree mixtapes out in Japan! The first project to get the overseas treatment will be Young De's "Audio Hustlaz". Check out an exclusive new cut from the mixtape called "Hustle Around The World".

Young De - Hustle Around The World [Prod. by DJ Couz]

After the "Audio Hustlaz Japan Edition", Baby Ree & DJ Couz will also release a new Guilty mixtape overseas. The Santa Barbara-based group has been working hard in the studio as of late, and we've got a brand new record from them for you to check out as well called "Hot Topic", featuring Damizza and Fresh.

Guilty - Hot Topic (ft. Damizza & Fresh) [Prod. by Los]

A local artist named Rokks has also linked up with the camp in recent weeks. He just wrapped up a record called "I'ma G" featuring Damizza, Los, and Dopey Loco that we've got available for you to download today too. DJ Couz produced this one as well!

Rokks - I'ma G (ft. Damizza, Los, & Dopey Loco) [Prod. by DJ Couz, Mixed by DJ Overtone]

On top of all this, you can look out for a duo album from Damizza & "Jedi" Jared Moore to drop this summer! In case you didn't feel like reading all of this, you can watch the guys tell you all about their projects in the video below.

Damizza, Los, Dopey Loco, Fresh, & Rokks Discuss Projects [Youtube]

Make sure to add Damizza, Young De, Guilty, Los, Dopey Loco, Fresh, DJ Couz, and Rokks as your friends on Myspace. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Baby Ree!

Eddie Gurrola

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1209197702 - January 1, 1970 By : Oakland artist Sterlen Roberts has been making noise with his radio single "She Works" in his Bay Area hometown as well as over 20 other radio stations across the nation. The song is taken off of his upcoming album "Eulogy Of Sterlen Roberts", on which he showcases his writing, rapping and production skills.

While his debut album is already creating a buzz, another new joint has been leaked to media outlets not too long ago. It's the Remix to his song called "An Lean" and it features Mistah F.A.B. and San Quinn. Dubcnn has the banger available for download below:

Sterlen Roberts - An Lean (Remix) Feat. Mistah F.A.B. & San Quinn

Having a whole lot of talent mixed with good resources behind him, Sterlen Roberts is sure to make his impact felt in the world of music. For more information on Sterlen, check out his MySpace page at myspace.com/sterlenroberts.

LilJay

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1209399787 - January 1, 1970 By : San Diego's own I-Rocc is releasing his latest album this coming week on May 1st 2008. The new album, which is being put out via Bonafide Ent and Money Hungry, features a real array of talent including Dido Brown, Devin the Dude, Mistah FAB, Turf Talk, Dubee a.k.a Sugawolf, Techniec, Smigg Dirtee, Ecay-Uno, Nuttz and Tommy Redding.

We have the first single from the album for download which is entitled "New Money" and features Turf Talk & Mistah FAB. That can be heard below.

I Rocc - New Money (Feat. Turf Talk & Mistah FAB)

The full tracklist for the new album entitled "Power & Position" can be seen below.

01) What It Do (Feat. Dido Brown)
02) New Money (Feat. Turf Talk & Mistah FAB)
03) Girl (Feat. Devin The Dude)
04) Westcoast (Feat. Smigg Dirtee)
05) Wusup (Feat. Shay Sanchez & Bway)
06) What It Be
07) Changes
08) Gangsta Sh-t (Feat. Nuttz & Dido Brown)
09) Switch Lanes (Feat. Techniec, Smigg Dirtee & Dynamic Certified)
10) You Know What It Is
11) Cold World (Feat. ECay, Dido Brown & Tommy Redding)
12) Round Here (Feat. Dubee aka Sugawolf)
13) She Good (Feat. Nalah)
14) Survive (Feat. Chris Gunn)
15) Last Song (Feat. Tommy Redding)

For more news as well as to hear more of the records from the album ensure you check out I-Rocc on MySpace.

Rud

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1209524906 - January 1, 1970 By : With a career that spans from radio executive, multi-platinum producer, talented MC, and record label owner, Damion “Damizza” Young has always been fascinated by the act of bringing artists together. “That’s my whole thing; I like putting crazy artists together,” states Damizza. “Being a part of that kind of stuff really pushes the brand of hip-hop and the brand of artistry.”

Such can be said for Damizza’s latest concoction, a soulful anthem entitled “I Been Around” that will be featured on his latest project, “Un-ree-leased.” The record features Damizza alongside Krazyie Bone and rising star Young De.

“Krayzie Bone was on my first hit record ‘I Still Believe’ with Mariah Carey and Da Brat. It makes sense that I start back at square one by collaborating with a legend like Krayzie and then bringing in someone that I highly respect from the new generation -- Young De. I’m from the middle generation, and it’s all about bridging the gap.”

“I Been Around”, which will be serviced to radio stations next week, is also slated to appear on the Japan Edition of Young De’s “Audio Hustlaz” street album with the legendary DJ Couz. “The street album has surpassed all expectations, so now we’re about to take it worldwide! Shouts out to DJ Couz,” says Young De. When asked about working on “I Been Around,” De expressed nothing but enthusiasm. “It feels like classic music. It was a pleasure and a privilege to work on this record.”



With a sound and feel that will resonate with classic Bone Thugs fans, as well as the new generation of hip-hop listeners, “I Been Around” is poised to appeal to a global hip-hop audience. Please contact brleaks@aol.com for interviews and booking info. “Damizza Presents: Un-ree-leased” will drop later this year. The Japan Edition of Young De’s “Audio Hustlaz” is set for a Summer release.

You know we've got the record for you to check out today too! Stream it by using the link below.


Damizza Presents Krayzie Bone & Young De - I Been Around [Stream]

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Damizza, Young De, and the Bone Thugs camp!

Eddie Gurrola

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1209665468 - January 1, 1970 By : Today we go deep into the heart of Kentucky, kick up some famous bluegrass and roll up on some good ol’ country boys. We're talking about the Nappy Roots – you know who they are – they are the multi-platinum, southern fried, Grammy nominated hip-hop collective on the verge of releasing their highly anticipated, album, "The Humdinger."

The newest edition to the Dubcnn writing staff, Jonathan Hay, was lucky enough to preview some of their forthcoming album, and it can be described with one word...classic.

This exclusive dubcnn interview turned into a smoke-out, talking about everything in the world of Nappy Land. So, lets cut this intro short and we’ll get right to the root of it.

Exclusive Interview With Nappy Roots (May 2008)

Drop your feedback on this feature over on our forums now and ensure you check out the weekly blog that started last week from Jonathan Hay entitled Haywire.

Rud

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1209825219 - January 1, 1970 By : Some of you may have noticed I've been M.I.A. the past week, that's because I recently had surgery done on my back and I've been tied to the bed. I'm slowly but surely getting back into the mix of things and wanted to start it off with an audio update with some of the latest that we have recieved this past week.

Problem, who recently signed a major deal with Universal Republic, released a huge remix to his club banger "I'm Toe Up". The original version was premiered on dubcnn a few months ago, so it's only right we bring you the remix as well. This ain't no regular remix though, Problem cooked up something big.

DJ Quik, Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, Terrace Martin and DJ Felli Fel join the Compton rapper on the "I'm Toe Up" remix, over a remixed beat courtesy of Terrace Martin. Check it out below, and be on the lookout for major moves coming from Problem in 2008, he's only getting started:

Problem - I'm Toe Up (Remix) (ft. Snoop Dogg, DJ Quik, Kurupt, Terrace Martin & Felli Fel)

Also make sure to be on the look out for Problem's upcoming mixtape "Deal Or No Deal Pt. 2".

Next up is a new heatrock from Terrace Martin, who got Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, DJ Quik and DJ Drama to join him on "Bounce, Rock, Skate". DJ Skee and DJ Reflex world premiered the track yesterday on their show, and we have it here on dubcnn for those of you who missed it. It's great to see West Coast artists gathering for big collabo tracks like these two, and on a side note, it's great to hear DJ Quik rapping more again. Check "Bounce, Rock, Skate" below:

Terrace Martin - Bounce, Rock, Skate (ft. Snoop Dogg, DJ Quik & Kurupt)

Next up is something new from the Strong Arm Steady gang. Mitchy Slick ain't featured on the following track, but Talib Kweli joins Krondon and Phil Da Agony on the following freestyle track, simply titled "Tha Gang", which you can download below. You can also grab a new Krondon solo called "A Million", produced by DJ Khalil, off Kron's upcoming solo album "Black Gold":

Krondon, Phil Da Agony & Talib Kweli - Tha Gang (Freestyle)

Krondon - A Million (Prod. by DJ Khalil)

We also have something new from Portland rapper Cool Nutz, a collaboration with the currently incarcerated Ras Kass. The track is called "Killin' Em" and is set to be featured on Cool Nutz' new album "King Cool Nutz", which is in stores now. Ras Kass is also set to release his upcoming project "Institutionalized 2" while in jail, more news on that soon. Check out "Killin' Em" below, produced by Bosko:

Cool Nutz - Killin' Em (ft. Ras Kass)

Last but not least is a remix to Ice Cube's current smash "It Takes A Nation". A producer by the name of KA threw a new beat on the track, and I thought it came out great and wanted to let ya'll give it a listen as well. Check it out below:

Ice Cube - It Takes A Nation (Jcnn13 Remix)

That's it for now, enjoy the music and keep your ears open for new exclusives daily on dubcnn.

Nima

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1210432070 - January 1, 1970 By : Due to the overwhelming feedback to last week's Weekend Audio update, we decided to try and make this a weekly feature. We got a nice blend of new music this time around, mostly collaboration tracks, from some straight Hip-Hop sh-t to some gangsta sh-t.

The first one I want to give ya'll is a Butch Cassidy track, which appeared on Pr1me's "Transformers" mixtape. We have the untagged version for ya'll, courtesy of the producer of track Dae One. It's called "Now Here We Are", Butch Cassidy featuring Pr1me and Taje, West Coast as smooth as it gets:

Butch Cassidy - Now Here We Are (ft. Pr1me & Taje) (Prod. by Dae One)

Next up is a coast to coast collaboration. Los Angeles Hip-Hop veterans Styles Of Beyond, who are currently working on their new album "Reseda Beach" which is set to drop this summer, have collaborated with the Wu Tang Clan's own RZA aka Bobby Digital. The result of the pairing is a track called "Don't Feel Bad", which I'm urging all of you to check out by clicking below:

Styles Of Beyond - Don't Feel Bad (ft. RZA)

We'll keep you up to date on Styles Of Beyond's "Reseda Beach" album.

Let's get to another coast to coast collaboration. Capone-N-Noreage have released a remix to their track "My Hood", which originally only featured The Clipse. They reached out to Daz Dillinger and Kurupt from the West Coast, as well as Uncle Murda and Maino from the East to assist them on this remix. The untagged version is here, grab it below:

C-N-N - My Hood (Remix) (ft. Dogg Pound, Clipse, Uncle Murda & Maino)


Next up is a joint off Bay Area rapper Errevelent's album "The Redefinition". We've been dropping tracks from his album for the past few months, and if you're not convinced enough to pick up his album yet, this track right here should change your mind. Errelevent linked up with one of the most talented up and coming rappers, the Primo co-signed Termanology. They knocked out a track called "The Formula", which you can download below:

Errelevent - The Formula (ft. Termanology)

Last week, we brought you a new Krondon solo track, along with a new Strong Arm Steady freestyle called "Tha Gang". We've recieved another new Strong Arm Steady track this week, this time it's a collaboration with Spliff Star called "Drugs & Money".

This is for those of you who like that drug talk, check it out below:

Strong Arm Steady - Drugs & Money (ft. Spliff Star)


And last but not least, we have a track by a new female singer that Daz Dillinger has been working with. She goes by the name of Melody Mona Lisa, and we have recieved her single "N Ur Bed", which features Daz himself on a verse. This is a cool feel good summer track, nothing that's going to change your life but definitely worth a couple spins, Daz comes off on his verse. Check it out below:

Melody Mona Lisa - N Ur Bed (ft. Daz Dillinger)


Enjoy this week's Weekend Audio, and check back with us next week for some more exclusives!

Nima

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1210668756 - January 1, 1970 By : Yessir! Dubcnn is right back at you with the online world premiere of a Kurupt solo track called "Yessir". DJ Skee recently played the track on his radio show and since then the radio rip of the rough mix has been circulating online under the name "Gangsta".

The track is actually called "Yessir" and was produced by none other than Pete Rock! If you read dubcnn last interview with Daz and Kurupt (click here), you already knew that there were upcoming collaborations between the Soul Brotha #1 and the Dogg Pound coming up.

"Pete Rock gave us a couple of classics for the album. We're also working on a new album with Pete Rock, Pete Rock & the Dogg Pound, him and Daz are producing the whole album, ya heard me!", Kurupt said in the interview. A first taste of what's to come can be heard below, check out the final mix of "Yessir", right here on dubcnn:

Kurupt - Yessir (Produced by Pete Rock)

Enjoy the track and keep your ears open for new Dogg Pound music on dubcnn very soon!

Nima

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1210748682 - January 1, 1970 By : We know you've been itching for a new one, so you can stop sending the e-mails now because the latest edition of "The West Coast Grind With Young De & Eddie" is here! This week is our biggest show yet, as we've got FOUR awesome guests on to take you for a West Coast ride you're not gonna forget.

Jay Rock, DJ Ill Will, DJ Rampage, and producer Rikanatti all stopped by the show this week to drop some serious game for the fans, and that's exactly what we're delivering.


Jay Rock tells us about his latest single "All My Life" with Lil Wayne & will.i.am, and he discusses the next level of grinding that him and his team at Top Dawg Ent. need to do now that they're at a major record label. Jay Rock also explains his reasoning behind the video he released regarding the Snoop Dogg-proposed Game/Spider Loc boxing match, and he also tells us about how he first got into the music industry.

DJ Ill Will & DJ Rampage discuss their latest mixtape "Thug Love Vol. 2," hosted by Ray J, which will give a lot of love to R&B records on the West Coast. DJ Rampage tells us what it's like being on the road as Omarion & Ray J's DJ, and Ill Will tells us what it's like to be "Your Wifey's Favorite DJ".

Rikanatti drops by to give us the world premiere of a new joint by Ca$his, Young De, & Mitchy Slick that he produced called "Can't Move Me". He also lets all of the young producers out there know what it takes to get your beat grind on.

De & I also discuss the recent situations with Suge Knight, & Bishop Lamont & J Wells, and we premiere more exclusives from Tangled Thoughts, Gail Gotti, & Roscoe! Check out the dopest edition yet of "The West Coast Grind" by following the link below.

"The West Coast Grind With Young De & Eddie"
Special Guests Jay Rock, DJ Ill Will, DJ Rampage, & Rikanatti [Podcast]

Make sure to add Young De, Jay Rock, DJ Ill Will, DJ Rampage, & Rikanatti as your friends on Myspace. Stay tuned next Tuesday for more "West Coast Grind", and stay checking in throughout this week for more exclusive drops from the show!

Eddie Gurrola

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1210866909 - January 1, 1970 By : After you heard the world premiere (seriously!) of Ca$his & Young De's latest record on "The West Coast Grind" Radio Show back on Tuesday, we're back with the download of the song today. This track sees the duo team up with San Diego's Mitchy Slick, who has been killing it as usual recently with his group Strong Arm Steady. The song is called "Can't Move Me," with production courtesy of the very talented Rikanatti. Download the hardcore record below.

Ca$his & Young De ft. Mitchy Slick - Can't Move Me [Prod. by Rikanatti]

Make sure to add Ca$his, Young De, Mitchy Slick, & Rikanatti as your friends on Myspace.

Big shout out to DJ Ill Will for supporting the record! Look out for the Ca$his & Young De group album "CONS-Piracy" to drop real soon. Also get ready for Ca$his's latest mixtape presented by Dubcnn called "Bang Out."

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Ca$his, Young De, & Mitchy Slick.

Eddie Gurrola

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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

JustinL

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1211302163 - January 1, 1970 By : After winning a Dubcnn contest late last year that placed him on Meech Wells's "New West World Order" mixtape, Lil Lyn has been on the grind in the studio, recording like crazy. The fruits of his labor are here today in the form of a street EP "Perfect Timing"! The project features nine tracks of original music, with production from AAA Music Group and another cut from Meech Wells! Check out the project by following the link below.

Lil Lyn - Perfect Timing: Street EP [Free Download]


Make sure to check out Lil Lyn & AAA Music Group on Myspace. We'd like to give a big shout out to Dom of AAA Music Group for all of the work that he puts in! We hope you enjoy the EP! Be on the look out for more music from Lil Lyn via his Myspace in the near future.

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest music releases!

Eddie Gurrola

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1211337482 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back with another edition of "The West Coast Grind With Young De & Eddie" today. As we always like to top ourselves with each passing week, we're bringing you our biggest show ever right now. Check it out to hear the following:
Ca$his & Young De officially announcing their new group "Homeland Security"

Ca$his & Rikanatti talking about big new records they're on, and Ca$his publicly apologizing for certain beefs he's been involved with.

Bishop Lamont discussing his latest street album "The Confessional"

I.E. rapper Epic and DJ Ill Will addressing the diss record "Lunch Time" and their new mixtape "Calm Before The Storm"

and last, but not least...
The EXCLUSIVE WORLD PREMIERE of the new Crooked I & Akon single "Dream Big"!!!

All of this and more is on this week's edition of "The West Coast Grind," so get ready for a grade-A show!

"The West Coast Grind With Young De & Eddie"
Special Guests Ca$his, Bishop Lamont, Rikanatti, DJ Ill Will, & Epic

Make sure to add Young De, Ca$his, Bishop Lamont, Rikanatti, DJ Ill Will, & Epic as your friends on Myspace.

Look out for us to leak the exclusive records you heard on the show later this week right here on Dubcnn!

Eddie Gurrola

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1211363035 - January 1, 1970 By : Eddie brought you the world premiere of the track on the "West Coast Grind" radio show in the update below, and we're already back with the full track available for download in MP3. This is the official first single from Crooked I's upcoming solo album "B.O.S.S.".

The track features Akon on the hook, is entitled "Dream Big", and was produced by Konvict Muzik producer Detail. This should be the official signal for the wheels to start rolling on Crooked I's album, the single is here, so it's time to push. Check out "Dream Big" below:

Crooked I - Dream Big (ft. Akon) (Prod. by Detail)

Enjoy the track, and don't forget where you heard it first!

Nima

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1211387572 - January 1, 1970 By : The long awaited "Midnight Life" album from DJ Quik & AMG aka "The Fixxers" will be dropping this summer. AMG told Dubcnn "We have the hottest West Coast album to hit the streets in years!!"

Guest appearances include NYC's own Jim Jones, Chi-town legend Twista, Yung Berg, Rich Boy, Frankie J and Cali's own Yo-Yo. They came out last time with the coast to coast club banger "Can U Werk Wit Dat?" and are now returning with the full album.

We have a preview tracks from the album available for ya'll to check out, it's called "Worldwide AM", click below to listen:

The Fixxers - WorldWide AM

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for an indepth interview with AMG later this weekend and make sure you drop some feedback regarding the song on our forum.

Yash

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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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1211878911 - January 1, 1970 By : Before we get to the good news (an in-depth dubcnn interview with Xzibit), I have some very sad news to break first. For those who didn't know, Xzibit became a father for the second time 11 days ago. His son, Xavier Kingston Joiner, was born prematurly and his lungs weren't strong enough to handle the oxygen. Xavier just passed away earlier this morning (May 26th) at 3:30 AM.

The dubcnn staff would like to express our condolences and send our prayers to Xzibit and his family. I cannot imagine what the man must be going through right now. Keep your head up X.

Shortly before this happened, dubcnn had the great opportunity to sit down with Mr. X to the Z for an in-depth 3-Part interview we like to call "The Life & Times Of Xzibit". In Part 1, we discuss his childhood, why he became a rapper, how he hooked up with the Likwit Crew, the L.A. scene of the early 90's and what it was like when he came out with "Paparazzi".

We then talk about 2Pac, Xzibit's path until he met Dr. Dre, the experience of being on the Up In Smoke tour, the "Restless" album and the dominance of the West Coast during that period in time. Read or listen to this exclusive interview below:

The Life And Times Of Xzibit - The Dubcnn Interview (Part 1) (May '08)

Be on the look out for Part 2 of this interview, where we talk about Snoop Dogg's beef with X, his career after Restless, "Pimp My Ride", forming and leaving Strong Arm Steady and much more.

Before we go, we also have a brand new Xzibit track for ya'll, off the upcoming "X-Files 2: I Want To Believe". The track is called "Dying 2 Live" and is off the hook, check it out below:

Xzibit - Dying 2 Live

R.I.P. Xavier Kingston Joiner.


Nima

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1211940345 - January 1, 1970 By : Young De & Eddie are back on "The West Coast Grind" again today! Every Tuesday, we've been breaking you off with a new program, and for this latest edition we reached out to Ya Boy & Cali Untouchable DJ September 7th to jump on the show with us.

Ya Boy tells us all about his latest mixtapes, including "Western Hospitality 7" with September 7th, and "I'm Bout To Murdah This Sh*t." He talks about how he builds his buzz online via Myspace & Kush TV, and gives us a perspective as to where he's coming from with his lyrics.

September 7th talks about how he got into the DJ game, how he linked up with DJ Warrior and the rest of the Cali Untouchable camp, and he discusses his plans for the future.

We also have WORLD PREMIERE music from Young De, Jay Rock, & DJ Ill Will today, so sit back, relax, and get ready for another week of fire!

"The West Coast Grind With Young De & Eddie"
With Special Guests Ya Boy & September 7th [Podcast]

Make sure to add Young De, Ya Boy, & September 7th as your friends on Myspace. Look out for Young De's video with Ca$his & Mitchy Slick for their single "Can't Move Me" to arrive shortly. The Homeland Security group (De & Ca$his) is making moves!

Also keep looking out later in the week for a special edition of "The West Coast Grind" featuring Taje & The Get It Gang. A big announcement regarding your favorite radio show will be coming soon as well, so stay posted!


Related Link:
September 7th - Western Hospitality 7 [Hosted by Ya Boy] [Free Download]

Eddie Gurrola

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1211958019 - January 1, 1970 By : DJ Warrior is currently busy hosting his show "Cali Untouchable Radio" on Sirius, which you can catch right now if you're reading this! Two of the songs he's world premiering tonight are dropping simultaneously on Dubcnn for all of our readers as well!

First up is a new track from Taje's group Get It Gang, which consists of Taje, Ace of The Bloc Boyz, Bad News, & 2C's. This song is called "The Grimm," produced by Dae One, who just can't stop dropping heat as of late. Check it out.

Taje Presents Get It Gang - The Grimm [Prod. by Dae One]

Next is a brand new Bishop Lamont track called "City Lights," featuring production from DJ Khalil. Get ready to blast this one in your car!

Bishop Lamont - City Lights [ft. Eric of The Royales] [Prod. by DJ Khalil]

Shouts out to DJ Warrior for sharing this music with us! Make sure to add Warrior, Taje, Dae One, & Bishop Lamont as your friends on Myspace. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest new music.

Look out for "The Confessional" to drop June 1st, and "Get It Gang" to drop this summer!

Eddie Gurrola

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1211992707 - January 1, 1970 By : The first time we featured Phoenix, AZ, rapper Willy Northpole on dubcnn was for his single "Body Marked Up", which has been constantly gaining momentum throughout the past months. The video to the song was also released, if you haven't seen it click here to watch it now.

Today we're back with a full Willy Northpole mixtape for free download. He linked up with Don Cannon to put it together and it's called "Street Kings: 28 Grams". The mixtapes showcases what Willy Northpole is about, over both original and covered beats.

My personal favorite off the mixtape is "True Story", a great storytelling track on which Willy describes his career up until now, his relationship with Hot Rod and hooking up with 50 Cent, to signing to Disturbing The Peace. Make sure to check it out below:

Willy Northpole - True Story

We also have an exclusive joint called "Hood Shit" which is not on the mixtape. Listen to it below:

Willy Northpole - Hood Shit

Now let's get to the "Street Kings: 28 Grams" mixtape, to download the full 18-track deep mixtape, click below:

Willy Northpole & Don Cannon - Street Kings: 28 Grams (Mixtape)

Enjoy the music and keep your ears open for a lot more from Willy Northpole in 2008!

Nima

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1212019259 - January 1, 1970 By : A few days ago, we brought you Part 1 of our exclusive 3-part interview series with Xzibit, The Life And Times Of Xzibit. On the same day, we had to bring you the sad news of Xzibit's new born son Xavier passing away after only 11 days. Thank you to everybody who sent emails in support of X, it's appreciated.

In Part 1, we discussed his childhood, how he got into rappng, hooking up with the Likwit Crew, coming out with "Paparazzi", 2Pac, meeting Dr. Dre, the Up In Smoke tour and more.

This is Part 2, where we talk about Snoop Dogg's beef with Xzibit, his career after "Restless", the issues that occured between him and Tha Alkaholiks, the incident where X got attacked with a bottle and how he ended up becoming the host of "Pimp My Ride".

We then talk about his move to Sony after Loud folded, why he then chose to take it independent with "Full Circle", how Strong Arm Steady was formed, why he left the group, and much more. Read or listen to the interview below:

The Life And Times Of Xzibit - The Dubcnn Interview: Part 2 (May '08)

Look out for Part 3 of this interview where we talk about the "Full Circle" album, his song "Thank You", The Game, who Xzibit is feeling right now, what he thinks of Hip-Hop's evolution, as well as his plans for the future.

We're not done yet though, we also have some exclusive live footage of Xzibit live in concert in Hamburg, Germany. The concert took place in the summer of 2007, in June to be exact. The video runs for about 30 minutes and you get to see Xzibit perform all the hits, from "Paparazzi" to "What U See Is What U Get" over "X" to "Bitch Please" all the way to "Thank You".

To check out the Xzibit live footage, click below:

Xzibit Live In Concert - Hamburg, Germany (June 2007) [Video]

Before we go, here is an unreleased Xzibit track called "On My Way" that X posted on his MySpace page this week. It's a leftover off the "Full Circle" album, click below to check it out:

Xzibit - On My Way (Unreleased)

R.I.P. Xavier Kingston Joiner.

Nima

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1212112746 - January 1, 1970 By : We've got a huge Top Dawg Ent feature for the Dubcnn community today! Let's start things off with the untagged version of K.Dot's new single "Hater Love." Produced by Cool & Dre, this record is just plain crazy! Check it out below.

K.Dot - Hater Love [Prod. by Cool & Dre]

K.Dot also dropped a video for his "A Millie Freestyle" which was so well received last week. Watch the video below.

K.Dot - A Millie Freestyle [Video]

We've also got a new single from Bo for you to check out. This one is called "Swagg Dance," and it's from his forthcoming street album "Bo Knows."

Bo - Swagg Dance

We've also got two great drops from Jay Rock for you today. First, we're premiering the downloadable version of his new song "In The Hood," featuring K.Dot & J Black that you might have caught during "The West Coast Grind" Radio Show earlier in the week. Download the record below.

Jay Rock - In The Hood (ft K.Dot & J Black)

We've also got the full version of Jay Rock's first "Watts Finest" mixtape for you to download. Hosted by DJ Skee & DJ Dave, this tape will allow you to see the growth that Jay Rock has achieved since he's been in the game. Download it for free below.

DJ Skee & DJ Dave Present Jay Rock - Watts Finest Vol. 1 [Free Download]

Shouts out to DJ Ill Will for all of his help with this feature!

Make sure to add K.Dot, Bo, & Jay Rock as your friends on Myspace, and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Top Dawg Ent!

Eddie Gurrola

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1212167157 - January 1, 1970 By : N*E*R*D* is set to release Seeing Sounds, their third album on June 10th, 2008. You already know the story of the Neptunes, Grammy Award winning producers and songwriters Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo, but the N*E*R*D* trio consists of Pharrell Williams, Chad Hugo, and longtime friend and creative wunderkind, Shae Haley. The album is a blistering mash-up of booming hip-hop beats and rollercoastering rock riffs, rumbling crunk rhythms and scintillating soul music. Whereas their first album, In Search Of..., was an imaginative, exploration of identities, and their second album, Fly Or Die, sought out the range of genres and sounds that have influenced the group, Seeing Sounds grinds everything together, evoking a sound that is un-tethered by preconceptions and convention. It is also an album that amplifies the style and attitudes that have made Pharrell, Chad and Shae transcendent cultural icons.

"The Neptunes is what we do, but N*E*R*D* is who we are. It's our life," says Pharrell. The three of them together combine for uninhibited explorations of sounds, emotions and truth, adhering to no agenda, subscribing to no rules. N*E*R*D* is the way they live their life, the way they see the world.

N*E*R*D* - Everyone Nose (Remix Feat. Kanye West, Lupe Fiasco, and Pusha T

JustinL

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1212178306 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn continues to add to its latest Blog section with the addition of a Blog from long time dubcnn supporter and dubcc forum member Eric Engelwood.

Eric Engelwood kicks off his bi-monthly blog "Dollars and Sense" with an open discussion about the challenges and opportunities marketing your music over the internet. It's a brave new world in the music industry and using the internet to properly promote music should be an integral part of any artists game plan.

Judge for yourself and enjoy the first entry in the Dollars And Sense series: "Attention New West: GET YOUR PAPER"

Dubcnn Presents: Dollars And Sense (A Blog by Eric Engelwood)

Stay tuned for the next entry from Eric two weeks today right here on Dubcnn.

Rud

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1212259075 - January 1, 1970 By : J-Ro of The Liks just contacted Dubcnn so we could let the fans know that he will be performing at Europe's biggest Hip-Hop festival in Madrid, Spain. J-Ro goes on stage tonight at 23:30 infront of over 20 000 fans.

Yesterday thousands of fans enjoyed performances by Talib Kweli and EPMD. The Game was also supposed to perform but he couldn't make it, so J-Ro will be headlining the festival; performing all of his old hits as well as new bangers from his upcoming album. You can also catch Immortal Teqnique as the opening act.

That's not all J-Ro wanted us to premiere his first single "Gravity" from his upcoming album. Please believe that it's a huge banger and we are proud to bring you this exclusive world premiere.

In the song J-Ro sets the record straight regarding his move to Europe from Cali and has a few words for the haters. "Everybody wanna know why I moved overseas, everybody wanna know if I'm still making cheese, everybody wanna know if I'm still with The Liks, everybody wanna know if I got alot of chicks..well fool do I eat did I learn another language, how is the weather? is living there dangerous?....." he raps over a up tempo piano beat which can best be described as a Dr Dre production but in reality is produced by a European producer.

Make sure you download the song below and bang it in your rides this summer:

J-Ro - Gravity

If you live in Spain please support Hip-Hop by attending the festival and don't forget to add J-Ro on myspace by clicking here.

Yash

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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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1212443784 - January 1, 1970 By : It's time for the third and final part of our extensive interview series with Xzibit, "The Life And Times Of Xzibit", which we've been dropping on dubcnn throughout the past week. In the first two parts, we discussed everything from X's childhood, how he got into rapping, the Likwit Crew, his success with Dr. Dre, and moving to an independent label.

We also spoke about his various beef situations, with Snoop Dogg, Tha Alkaholiks, the incident where he got attacked, and how Strong Arm Steady for formed and why he left the group.

This is Part 3, where we get a few more words on the "Full Circle" album, Xzibit's song "Thank You", his relationship with The Game, who X is feeling right now, the evolution of Hip-Hop, his plans for the future, a possible new album and much more.

Check out the final part of Xzibit's dubcnn interview below:

The Life And Times Of Xzibit - The Dubcnn Interview: Part 3 (June '08)

As most of you probably already heard, Xzibit's new born son Xavier Kingston Joiner passed away after only eleven days last monday. The funeral for Xavier was on the 31st of May, the dubcnn staff would like to express our condolences to Xzibit and his family, and let them know that they are in our payers.

In a recent MySpace blog, Xzibit thanked his fans for the huge support they've shown him in these hard times, and to show his appreciation he decided to release the long awaited video to his song "Thank You", which hadn't come out yet. We actually talk about this video in Part 3 of the interview (the video hadn't been released yet when the interview was done), so make sure to check it out below:

Xzibit - Thank You (Video)

We hope you enjoyed "The Life And Times Of Xzibit" on dubcnn. Expect to hear any new Xzibit music on dubcnn, so just keep it locked right here.

Nima

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1212561161 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back with another edition of the hottest radio show on the internet, "The West Coast Grind With Young De & Eddie." Every week, we take you straight into the mind of your favorite artists and let you see things from their perspective.

This episode is no different, as we linked up with Taje to go in-depth about the state of the music industry, his opinion on radio-ready hip-hop, and much more. We discuss Taje's latest project, "The Get It Gang," which is a group effort featuring Ace of The Bloc Boyz, Bad News, and 2C's.

Ace & Bad News also jump on the show and explain The Get It Gang movement even further.

In addition to our conversations, we've got SIX brand new, world premiere records that we assure you have not leaked until this instant. Check out the show to hear exclusive music from Bishop Lamont, Roscoe Umali, Meech Wells, Glasses Malone, K-Boy, and Ab-Soul featuring Little Brother! Download the podcast by following the link below.

"The West Coast Grind With Young De & Eddie"
Special Guests Taje, Ace, & Bad News of The Get It Gang [Podcast]

Make sure to add Young De, Taje, & The Bloc Boyz as your friends on Myspace. Shouts out to TakeOff Productions for their help with this feature. We've also set up an Official West Coast Grind Myspace, so please add that page as well.

Look out for The Get It Gang street album to drop later this month for free download.

Also stay tuned later in the week for exclusive pictures from Young De & Ca$his's music video shoot that took place last weekend for their single "Can't Move Me" featuring Mitchy Slick.

Check back next Tuesday for more of "The West Coast Grind!"

Eddie Gurrola

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1212604954 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back today with another mixtape drop from DJ Warrior & Julian Ramirez of the Cali Untouchable DJs. While you're used to hearing West Coast tapes from the duo, this time they've ventured into top 40, club, and mash-up music.

Warrior works his DJ skills at clubs around the world, and he wants to show his core West Coast fanbase this other side of his musical taste. Check out "Club Muzik Vol. 1.0" below.

DJ Warrior & Julian Ramirez - Club Muzik 1.0 [Free Download]

Make sure to add DJ Warrior and Julian Ramirez as your friends on Myspace. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the Cali Untouchable DJs.

Eddie Gurrola

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1212608332 - January 1, 1970 By : Damion "Damizza" Young is clearly not pleased with the current state of the music industry. The former director of programming for Power 106, and producer of hit records for Mariah Carey, Ice Cube, and Korn, released a video statement today via Youtube which spells out his angst.

His three-minute long speech, delivered as The West Coast President, calls for an immediate change in hip-hop. "My fellow citizens in the nation of hip-hop: we have failed," declares Damizza. "We have failed to protect our children, our community, and our livelihood."

To see the entire video, please click on the link below.

"State Of The Union Address" from The West Coast President [Video]

We've got an exclusive new Damizza record for everyone on Dubcnn today. This one is called "I Got What U Like," and it features the vocal talent of Santa Barbara's "Jedi" Jared Moore, along with some presidential horns to set the mood. Check out the funky song below!

Damizza - I Got What U Like (ft. "Jedi" Jared Moore)

Also don't forget about the "I Been Around" record with Krayzie Bone & Young De, which we've just been cleared to put it up for download!

Damizza Presents Krayzie Bone & Young De - I Been Around

Damizza [Myspace Here] will abstain from public appearances until July 4th, when his latest project "The West Coast President: Government In Exile" is released with DJ Ill Will. At this time, he will announce the next phase in his plan "to lead the charge" toward a better future for hip-hop.

Eddie Gurrola

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1212650305 - January 1, 1970 By : On this weeks Dubcnn Radio with Eddie and Young De we premiered the first track from the upcoming "The New West World Order Vol. 3" from Meech Wells.

Today we are back with another track from Eastwood - this time a freestyle over the 50 Cent "Amusement Part" beat. Check it out below and drop your feedback on our forum

Eastwood - Amusement Park (Freestyle)

"The New West World Order Vol. 3" is currently being finalised and is set to feature Eastwood, Daz & Kurupt, Lil Wayne, The Game, Ya Boy, Jay Rock and many more.

Don't forget that "The New West World Order Vol. 3" will feature talented MCs found as part of the exclusive Dubcnn/Dubcc contest that we ran last month. The contest, originally trying to find one MC, ended up being so full of great entrants that Meech selected three - Bo$$, Young Speech, & 3rd. As ever Dubcnn will have audio from the project and the World Exclusive download of the finished project.

Rud

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1212859223 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back today with another piece from our newest contributor, Jonathan Hay. This interview doesn’t really need much of an introduction, as we here at Dubcnn get to go beneath the surface – and explore deep into the mind of Priesthood. This is the dialogue between Killah Priest and Jonathan Hay – now known as Conversations with Priest. You need to read this.

Exclusive Interview With Killah Priest [June 2008]

Make sure to send any feedback for this interview to haywire@dubcnn.com.

Look out for more from Killah Priest on Dubcnn in the near future, and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest exclusive interviews!

Eddie Gurrola

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1212979952 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn recently caught up with Compton’s Most Wanted, Tha Chill. In this exclusive interview on Dubcnn, Chill talks to us about working with 213, goes in-depth about coming up in the rap game, and reminisces about hanging out with Eazy-E and Dr. Dre. Of course, we also touch on the beef between he and MC Eiht, as well as getting updated on the upcoming projects he’s been working on, like his new album Hot Ice, and his artists that he’s bringing up.


Exclusive Tha Chill Interview (June 2008)

In addition to the interview, we've got some exclusive new music for everyone from Tha Chill. The first track is called Knock’Um Out,and it features Jayo Felony & Tha Chill spittin’ straight heat, over a banging Chill production! Check out the song here:

Tha Chill - Knock’Um Out (Feat. Jayo Felony)

Next up, is a song from Chill’s artist Young Ace called We Murda Dem, produced by Tha Chill himself. Young Ace, from Compton, spits that hard, west coast shit over a seriously dope production from Tha Chill. Click below to check that track out:

Young Ace - We Murda Dem (Produced By Tha Chill)

Last, but certainly not least is Chill’s response to MC Eiht’s recent diss track towards him. Downlaod the track, Hood Court, here on dubcnn!

Tha Chill Hood Court (MC Eiht Diss)

Leave your comments and feedback in the forums and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Tha Chill!

ChadKiser

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1212980820 - January 1, 1970 By : Big things are happening with "The West Coast Grind." Since Young De & I started the show late last year, it's turned into a force of its own, and we've had everyone from West Coast legends like B-Real & Kurupt to newer artists like Bishop Lamont, Ca$his, and Hot Dollar on the program.

Today marks a special day for us here at "The West Coast Grind," as we've asked two major players to join our team weekly to make the show even better.


With that being said, we'd like to announce that Damizza is now the executive producer of the show, and DJ Ill Will is now our official DJ. We've also started our own Myspace Page, which we hope will take the show to the next level.

Now, on to this week's show. TMZ.com reported that Warren G was arrested last night for possession of marijuana with intent to sell. Luckily, we were able to catch up with G-Dub today to get his side of the story, so we're bringing you his first exclusive interview since the incident occured! Warren also tells us about his new album "The G Files," and he lets us blast off his new single "She's Got Her Own Ringtone" as an official world premiere!

It doesn't get any crazier than this, so check out the show below.

"The West Coast Grind With Young De & Eddie" Special Edition
With Warren G [Podcast]
Executive Producer: Damizza; Music by DJ Ill Will

We'll let the record slide your way right now too. Download it below!

Warren G - She Got Her Own Ringtone (UNTAGGED VERSION NOW UP!)


Make sure to add The West Coast Grind Page, and also to check out Young De, Damizza, DJ Ill Will, & Warren G on Myspace.

Producer Los provided all of the music in the background during the segments, so don't forget to go to his Myspace Page to check out more of his music.

Get ready for another crazy episode of "The West Coast Grind" when we return to our regular schedule next Tuesday! Look out for that Damizza & DJ Ill Will "West Coast President" compilation to hit the internet soon as well.

Eddie Gurrola

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1213401701 - January 1, 1970 By : Two of Los Angeles' most active DJ's, DJ Ill Will ("Rap Or Die", "Thug Love" series) and DJ Nik Bean ("Streetz Of L.A." series) have a couple of new projects coming out that we'd like to give ya'll the scoop on. Let's start it off with DJ Ill Will, who's once again partnered up with Dubcnn and DJ Rampage, as well as Digital Product for the latest "Rap Or Die" mixtape.

"Rap Or Die Vol. 6" is hosted by Guerilla Black and will be dropping on dubcnn very soon. We have two preview tracks available for ya'll, a Ya Boy track called "Shoebox" and a Guerilla Black freestyle.

Download the songs below:

Ya Boy - Shoebox
Guerilla Black - Where You Been Black (Freestyle)

Next up is a full mixtape download by Inland Empire artist Stage called "The New Face 4 The I.E.". The tape is hosted by DJ Ill Will & The Homie Hoodrat Miguel and mixed by DJ Raze One. The mixtape features the "Spin My Shit" track with Glasses Malone which we premiered a while ago, as well as 20 other tracks.

Download Stage's mixtape "New Face 4 The I.E." below:

Stage - New Face 4 The I.E. (Mixtape) (Free Download)

Let's get to the two DJ Nik Bean projects. The first one is the 5th installment of Nik Bean's "Streetz Of L.A." mixtape series, hosted by CTE West rapper Roccett. The mixtape features the latest tracks from the likes of Glasses Malone, Roccett, Problem, Crooked I, Omar Cruz to name a few. We've got two tracks available for you to preview:

MC Eiht - Streetz of L.A. (Freestyle)
40 Glocc - Bring It Back (ft. Sam Scarfo & Gail Gotti)

Last but not least is a new Balance mixtape that DJ Nik Bean and DJ Rah2k are releasing. They hooked up with the Bay Area Mixtape King Balance to put together "Unsigned Legend", a new mixtape featuring the likes of The Game, Crooked I, Willie Joe, Clyde Carson, Messy Marv, Yukmouth, Problem, Bangloose, Scipio, No One and OC The Great.

Once again, we have two preview tracks, the first one called "I'm Good" with Yukmouth and Messy Marv and the second one "Step Up", with Remo and Garcia:

Balance - I'm Good (ft. Yukmouth & Messy Marv)
Balance - Step Up (ft. Remo & Garcia)

Enjoy!

Nima

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1213729138 - January 1, 1970 By : Some may debate if Hood is one of the most lyrical artists to come out of San Diego in the past decade but few can question Daygo's self proclaimed "24 Hour Hustla" as he gears up a big second half of 2008.

Hood has been locked in the studio working on his upcoming album "The Movement" for much of this year. The album is slated to feature artists including Crooked I, Glasses Malone, Sly Boogy, Mr. Porter, Smig Dirtee, Mitchy Slick, One-2 as well as members of his Bloc Runnaz and 4Squad camps.

In the build up to that release he has been working around the clock to complete a series of projects such as DJ Vlad's "Barz Out Volume 1" mixtape [covers pictured] that showcases the hottest verses from Lil Wayne, Crooked I and of course Hood. We have one track that is set to feature on that for download below.

Hood - Real Estate (Feat. Broadway and Smigg Dirtee)

The other mixtape he has just completed verses on is the fifth installment from Bloc Up Movement. The latest edition - New West Attitude Volume 5: Hosted by Crooked I" is now available and features the tracklist below [click here to see cover]. We have two tracks for you to sample from the release including a "New West Anthem Remix" and a cut with Hood, Broadway and Young Kuddy entitled "Stuntin Is A Habit."

01) Intro
02) Crooked I - New West Anthem Remix (Feat. Hood)
03) G.Malone - Certified Remix (Feat. Lil Wayne & Kam)
04) The Game - Dopeman (Feat. Lil Wayne)
05) Crooked I Speaks
06) Hood, Broadway, Lil Castro, Young Kuddy - In Da Hood
07) Kila Krock, Problem, K-Aktive - History In The Making
08) Crooked I - Banger On My Lap
09) The Game - Big Dreams Remix (Feat. Juice & Ya Boy)
10) Hood - Look At Me Now (Feat. Akon)
11) Mitchy Slick, Krondon - Swack You Out
12) 4Squad - Go Hard
13) Ice Cube - Gangsta Rap Made Me Do It Remix (Feat. Nas & Scarface)
14) Crooked I Speaks
15) Lil Eazy E - Compton
16) Strong Arm Steady - One Step Remix (Feat. Crooked I, Turf Talk & Jay Rock)
17) Hood Speaks
18) Hood, Broadway, Young Kuddy - Stuntin Is A Habit
19) The Game, Jaysun & Rah Easy - Hood 2 Hood
20) One-2 - The One
21) Crooked I - Died In Your Arms
22) Crooked I Speaks
23) Mack 10, Glasses Malone, Red Cafe - Big Ballin
24) Crooked I - The Finale
25) Crooked I - Outro
26) Crooked I ft. Akon - Dream Big (Bonus)

Hood is also taking up hosting duties on the upcoming projects "Bloc Up Movement Presents West Up Vol. 1," "New West Attitude Vol. 7, and the Million Dolla Motive Brand's Daygo Radio. With his clothing line "Million Dolla Motive" - as seen at MillionDollaMotive.com - "The Movement" album and multiple other ventures that Hood is currently in negotiations with it's looking like Daygo's self proclaimed "24 Hour Hustla" is really just that. Check Hood out on MySpace

Rud

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1213801800 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn recently sat down with legendary producer Erotic D, who has worked many of the iconic figures in hip-hop history including, but not limited to, Dr. Dre, D.O.C., MC Breed, Eazy-E, Suge Knight, Snoop Dogg and others. You’ve heard his production on D.O.C.’s underground cult classic Helter Skelter, as well as his 2003 release Deuce, and on MC Breed’s Flatline album. Well, these are just a few of the records he’s had production and input on, as you will soon discover throughout this interview that Erotic D has been always heard, but seldom seen.


During Part 1 of this exclusive interview, Erotic D chronicles with us his journey from starting out as a party DJ in the early ‘80’s to connecting with D.O.C., working with Dr. Dre and being involved with NWA from the beginning, as well as giving us a detailed, first-hand account of the Death Row Records formation.

Erotic D Interview (Part 1)


In addition to the interview, we've got exclusive new music for everyone from Erotic D. The track is called Black With No Money, and it’s off the upcoming Black Bruce Willis album. Produced by Erotic D, it’s a definte banger! Check out the song here:

Erotic D - Black With No Money


Keep it locked right here for more exclusive audio and interviews from Erotic D and E-World Entertainment. This is only the beginning! As always, drop your feedback and comments in the dubcnn forums.


ChadKiser

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1213940764 - January 1, 1970 By : You caught the world premiere of Ca$his & Young De's debut video as Homeland Security earlier today on the front page! The video for their street single "Can't Move Me," featuring Mitchy Slick and produced by Rikanatti, is available for you to watch now! It was directed by Matt Alonzo. Check it out below.

Homeland Security (Ca$his & Young De) ft. Mitchy Slick - Can't Move Me [Video & Audio]


If you want to support Homeland Security, grab this flyer and spread it around wherever you can! Shouts out to Rambo of Erratic Productions for making it!

In case you missed our behind-the-scenes coverage of the "Can't Move Me" shoot, check that out below.

"Can't Move Me": Dubcnn Exclusive Behind-The-Scenes Special

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Homeland Security!

Eddie Gurrola

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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.

JustinL

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1214008159 - January 1, 1970 By : Yung Bruh might not be a household name in the rap industry yet, but being the younger brother of West Coast veteran Kam, he's been around the game his whole life. You've heard him on a few features here and there as well as on his debut mixtape "West Nile Vol. 1", but it's about time for him to really introduce himself to the world.

It looks like he's got the perfect song to do just that, a new collaboration with The Game and R&B crooner J. Holiday called "Gangsta", which is set to build up his buzz.

The song is going to be featued on his upcoming "West Nile Vol. 2" mixtape which you can expect on dubcnn in near future. We've got the single right here for you to check out:

Yung Bruh - Gangsta (ft. The Game & J. Holiday)

Be on the look out for "West Nile Vol. 2", which is set to feature Bishop Lamont, Glasses Malone, Mykestro, Roscoe Umali, Big Gipp and of course his big bro Kam. Production will be provided by Dae One and Dem Jointz amongst others.

Enjoy the track and keep your ears open for more Yung Bruh in near future!

Nima

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1214047912 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn recently sat down with Phoenix, AZ, rapper Willy Northpole to get the lowdown on this much talked about new talent. In this We discuss his single "Body Marked Up", which has been constantly gaining momentum throughout the past months and get details on his anticipated debut album.

Willy also talks to us about misconceptions of being a signed artist, working with Ludacris as part of DTP and describes himself as an artist. Dubcnn regulars will have seen a recent update on Willy Northpole and listeners of the DJ Skee Live From L.A. Podcast will also have heard his music.

Exclusive Interview With Willy Northpole (June 2008)

If you missed out on the recent music we have posted by Willy Northpole you can check out "True Story," "Hood Sh-t" and the "Willy Northpole & Don Cannon - Street Kings: 28 Grams" mixtape on the interview page above. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more news and media from Willy Northpole over the coming months.

Rud

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1214062853 - January 1, 1970 By : Another week has passed and as we have been doing for the past eight weeks, it's about time for another Weekend Audio edition on dubcnn. This week we have a couple brand new heaters as well as a few tracks that came out recently that might have been slept on, including Nipsey Hussle & The Game, DJ Muggs & Planet Asia and Robin Thicke amongst others.

Let's blast off with with a new Nipsey Hussle joint. The South Central rapper literally emerged out of nowhere and has been creating a buzz through his single "Let's Roll" with The Game and his "Bullets Ain't Got No Name" mixtape.

The Game recently went on the air on Power 106 and gave it up to Nipsey, calling him the next rapper to come up from the West Coast. It looks like Game is really endorsing Nipsey right about now, as he also jumped on a remix to the title track off the "Bullets Ain't Got No Name" mixtape, which you can download below:

Nipsey Hussle - Bullets (Remix) (ft. The Game)

The next track we have for you today is the lead single off DJ Muggs and Planet Asia collaboration album "Pain Language", called "9MM". The b-side to the single, "That's What It Is", was featured in an earlier Weekend Audio update. "9MM" is another raw joint that I'm sure all the Soul Assassins heads are going to be feeling. Planet Asia and Muggs have sounds that really compliments each other, check out "9MM" below:

DJ Muggs vs Planet Asia - 9MM

Let's get to a new track by producer/rapper Tekneek aka Tek Nizzle of the Tangled Thoughts. The Philly native who moved out to California two years ago to release the "Philly 2 Cali" with his group under the supervision of Kurupt has been working hard, supplying beats to a wide range of artists in the game. He's currently back in Philadelphia working on some solo tracks, one of which he sent us exclusively to put out. The track is called "Neighborhood Celeb" and finds him collaborating with female MC Trish Barnes. Check it out:

Tekneek - Neighborhood Celeb (ft. Trish Barnes)

Next up is a new Spider Loc single called "Chillax", off the Loc's upcoming street album "The N-gga U Love To Hate", in stores next Tuesday, June 24th. Spider Loc has got people talking right now with his recent diss track to Young Buck, following Buck's "F-ck G-Unit" statement at a concert. What we have for you right now is on a different note though, this is a laid back track called "Chillax" to which Spider is also planning to shoot a video. To listen to the track, click below:

Spider Loc - Chillax

One of the biggest talents to emerge on the East Coast - scrap that - in Hip-Hop as a whole, has been Termanology. The Latino rapper from Massachusetts has been endorsed by DJ Premier and has through his numerous mixtapes proven his gift of gab. While he's putting the finishing touches on his debut LP "Hood Politics" (producers include DJ Premier, Hi-Tek, Pete Rock, Alchemist, Havoc, Buckwild and Nottz), he has leaked a new remix to "Welcome To The Machine", with Lil Fame of M.O.P. and Easy Money:

Termanology - Welcome To The Machine (ft. Lil Fame & Easy Money)

Last but not least is a track that could very well become the summer hit of 2008. I know this has been out for a few weeks, but I figured some of you might not be familiar with it yet so I decided to drop it with the Weekend Audio. I'm talking about Robin Thicke's new single "Magic". The talented singer has been steadily on the come up since his smash hit "Lost Without You" last year, recently also blessing Lil Wayne's album on "Tie My Hands", arguably the best track on "Carter 3". His new song "Magic" is not to be slept on, check it out:

Robin Thicke - Magic

We're done for this week, come back next weekend for more Weekend Audio!

Nima

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1214142678 - January 1, 1970 By : Meech Wells is gearing up to release the third installment of his ever-popular "New West World Order" street album series. In April we released the first track from the project - the track that saw Meech Wells select up-and-coming MCs as part of a Dubcnn and Forum contest - New West Sh*t was the result.

Today we have a freestyle from Young Joker that, although not set to appear on "New West World Order Volume 3," has been released to continue buzz building towards the projects release in the next month.

Young Joker - Feel Me!

"New West World Order Volume 3" already has a stellar guest list lined up including appearances from Lil Wayne, Daz & Kurupt, 40 Glocc, Stat Quo, Jodi Breeze and a host of usual suspects.

In related news Meech Wells wanted to inform you that he and Young Joker are set to have a track featured on a new TV Show entitled the Chef Jeff Project. The new reality show - by Meech Wells' brother in law Jeff Henderson - has been made off the back of his best selling book "Cooked" which is currently being made into a film starring Will Smith and is due for release in 2009.

These are exciting times for the Meech Wells camp - stay tuned to Dubcnn as ever for the latest developements. In the meantime check out Meech Wells and Young Joker on MySpace.

Rud

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1214400869 - January 1, 1970 By : We're one week away from the release of G-Unit's new record "Terminate On Sight", due out July 1st. With the always-working-formula "beef and drama" dominating the past few weeks and stealing the focus from the actual album, the anticipation for the new record isn't at an all-time high (not just around here).

So it's only right that we confront and sit down with partners in crime Lloyd Banks and Tony Yayo for an indepth interview. We discussed the entire creating process of the new album as well as the recent mixtapes, of course the latest happenings with the Young Buck situation and the rest of G-Unit records, dealing with industry hate, touring the world, and much more.

Exclusive Interview with Lloyd Banks and Tony Yayo (June 2008)

As always we have both the transcript and the audio for you to check and please feel free to send any feedback regarding the interview to: liljay@dubcnn.com.

LilJay

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1214526089 - January 1, 1970 By : Throughout the past few months, we've announced the upcoming project from Blu Division rapper Quiz called "Before Taxes" and brought you some preview tracks, including "Let's Go", featuring Mistah Fab. We've just received the entire mixtape to put up for free download, and that's exactly what we did.

"Before Taxes" was entirely produced by Misfit Ent's Sega, who's no stranger to dubcnn visitors. Features include Glasses Malone, Mistah FAB and The Bloc Boyz. "Before Taxes" is Quiz' introduction to the world, get to know the Blu Division MC on 12 all original tracks.

Download the mixtape below:

Quiz - Before Taxes (Hosted by September 7th & DJ Raze One)

We also have two tracks off the mixtape in untagged form for ya'll to download to enjoy in full quality, click below to check them out:

Quiz - Hands N The Air
Quiz - Diggin' Me

Enjoy "Before Taxes" and keep your ears and eyes open for more from Quiz in near future!

Nima

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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.

Nima

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1215111211 - January 1, 1970 By : As we told you a couple weeks ago, Meech Wells will be doing the music for a new television series focused on Chef Jeff Henderson, whose best selling book "Cooked" is currently being made into a film starring Will Smith and is due for release in 2009. We've got the theme song for the show available today, and it features vocals from Young Joker & Stacy Wells. Check it out below!

Meech Wells Presents Young Joker & Stacy Wells - Chef Jeff Theme
[Prod. by Meech Wells & Soul Mechanix]

Make sure to check out Meech Wells & Young Joker on Myspace. Look out for that "New West World Order Vol. 3," presented by DJ L-Gee, to drop very soon.

Eddie Gurrola

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1215387083 - January 1, 1970 By : It's almost Sunday night, the end of the weekend is approaching, but we're still on time for this week's Weekend Audio blast on dubcnn. This week's biggest track was without a doubt Bishop Lamont's Dr. Dre-produced single "Grow Up", but here are some other tracks that slipped through the cracks.

Hip-Hop legends Naughty By Nature are still alive and kicking, as a matter of fact Treach, Vin Rock and Kay Gee have come together to work on a new group album, as well as to release their new clothing line Naughty Gear. This week they gave us a first taste of their new music.

They put together a remix to The Game's current smash "Game's Pain", which they flipped to "Hip-Hop's Pain". They reversed the concept of the song, giving it up to the new generation and shouting out many of the current stars of the Hip-Hop world. The chorus was handled by Rene Neufville of Zhane. Check it out below:

Naughty By Nature - Hip-Hop's Pain (ft. Rene Neufville)

Next up is another old school legend who's making a comeback. R&B singer Montell Jordan ("This Is How We Do It") is returning with a new album called "Pressure", and has released a first track from the record called "Not No More". The song is a collaboration with female singer Cignature from Atlanta. The album, "Pressure", is set to drop independently later this summer. Until then, listen to "Not No More" below:

Montell Jordan - Not No More (ft. Cignature)

Let's get to Philadelphia/California representer Tekneek aka Tek Nizzle. He's been repped in the Weekend Audio for the last few weeks and he keeps feeding us new tracks. He sent us a new joint this week that is hot to def. This is another solo track from the Tangled Thoughts producer/rapper. He collaborated with French producer Cartel Sons (All Day Music) on the track, while the cuts were provided by DJ Promo. It's called "Microphone Soloist" and showcases Tek's MC skills, check him out:

Tekneek aka Tek Nizzle - Microphone Soloist

It's been a hot minute since we heard from Inglewood group AllFrumTha I. While I don't have any news on the group, I do have something from one half of AllFrumTha I, Squeak Ru. Squeak recently inked a deal with Fontana/Universal distributed DMAFT Records, a part of the Oglio Entertainment Group, to release his solo debut "Fatworld" and the companion iTunes exclusive "Digital Fat World 2". "Fatworld" is set to feature Ice Cube, MC Eiht, Damani and G-Luv amongst others. We have a track off the album for ya'll, it's called "Belly Button", check it out:

Squeak Ru - Belly Button

Next is an up and coming artist from Arizona by the name of Tha Sire, who's been heavily networking with the West Coast. He recently released his album "Tha Arrival" and he's got a nice list of features on there: Kurupt, GOldie Loc, KMG, Kokane, Jayo Felony and Slim Tha Mobster all make appearances on "Tha Arrival", while production was supplied by Josef Leimberg, Tru and Mamie Gungz amongst others. We have an exclusive track off the album for ya'll called "No Game Playing", featuring Kurupt and Kokane:

Tha Sire - No Game Playing (ft. Kurupt & Kokane)

Lastly, we'd like to leave you with a throwback joint. I recently rediscovered this track while listening to Kurupt's "Space Boogie". It was one of the bonus tracks on the special edition of the album, called "The Life I Live" and featured R&B crooner Krook. I'm not sure who produced the track, but it's smooth as hell and features vintage Kurupt dropping some real life rhymes. I know most of you know the song already, but you might have no listened to it in a while, so go ahead and pop it back in:

Kurupt - The Life I Live (ft. Krook)

That's it for this week, we'll see you in seven days for more Weekend Audio!

Nima

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1215509579 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn recently hooked up with DJ Rhettmatic of The World Famous Beat Junkies and The Visionaries. This West Coast stalwart is all about representing the culture of Hip Hop to the fullest. We discussed Turntablism, how technology like Serato has helped and hurt deejaying and just how easy is it to choose the scratches that you hear in those choruses.

From innovative turntable technician to potent producer find out why Rhettmatic is a proud Hip Hop Head where the motto is 'No Biting Allowed.'


Exclusive Interview With DJ Rhettmatic (July 2008)

Drop your feedback on this interview on our forums and ensure you keep checking dubcnn for the latest news and media from DJ Rhettmatic.

Rud

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1215608518 - January 1, 1970 By : We're back today with another edition of "The West Coast Grind." As usual, we're breaking you off with the latest exclusive world premiere records first, and this week we've got brand new music from E-40, Akon, Glasses Malone, Jay Rock, Bangloose, Problem & Bias! We're also introducing DJ Ill Will's Menage Mix, where Your Wifey's Favorite DJ will wrap up the show with his three favorite records of the week! The Random White Guy is back again as well, this time recounting his experience at a Snoop Dogg concert.



Roscoe stops by the show and drops some knowledge about the West Fest tour which just wrapped up, and he tells us about his new solo album, set for release in 2009. He's also got multiple duo albums with Kurupt in the works! Check out the entire show by following the podcast link below.

"The West Coast Grind With Young De & Eddie"
Special Guest Roscoe [Podcast]
Executive Producer - Damizza; Music by DJ Ill Will

Make sure to add The West Coast Grind Page, Young De, Damizza, DJ Ill Will, & Roscoe as your friends on Myspace. Shouts out to Amplified for providing this week's instrumentals. Also look out for Damizza & DJ Ill Will's "West Coast President: Government In Exile" compilation, coming soon.

Come back next Tuesday for another edition of "The West Coast Grind!"

Eddie Gurrola

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1215608553 - January 1, 1970 By : Compton artist Problem really came a long way this year. He started the year as an unsigned artist with high hopes, and as we speak he has signed a record deal with Universal Republic, worked with Snoop Dogg on "Ego Trippin'" and has a blazing single "I'm Toe Up" with Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, DJ Quik & Terrace Martin buzzing throughout the world.

Not bad for the young rapper, who just last year built up his buzz with his tape "Deal Or No Deal", with Dow Jones. The aformentioned mixtape played a big role in him getting signed, so he's decided to drop the sequel to it.

Once again teaming up with West Coast DJ and go-to producer Dow Jones of Tha Bizness, Problem is now releasing "Deal Or No Deal 2: Universal Cut The Check" for free download on dubcnn.

The mixtape features over 20 banging tracks, on which Problem flexes his lyrical muscle and showcases why he got next. The production was handled by Terrace Martin, Dem Jointz and FOC amongst others, with guest appearances from Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, DJ Quik, Terrace Martin, Glasses Malone, Bangloose, Young Hootie, Mack 10 and many more.

To download "Deal Or No Deal 2" now, click below:

Dow Jones Presents Problem - Deal Or No Deal 2: Universal Cut The Check [Mixtape Download]

Enjoy the mixtape! Incase you missed dubcnn's recent interview with Kurupt & Problem, catch up on that by clicking here. Keep your ears and eyes open for a lot of Problem in 2008! The boy is a problem!

Nima

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1215629441 - January 1, 1970 By : After the premiere of his first official Dr. Dre-produced single last week, Bishop Lamont has touched down in NYC along with Taje to do a huge promo run. TODAY, you can catch Bishop on Sirius Satellite Radio. He'll be featured on Shade 45's "All Out Show" at 3PM, and the Hip-Hop Nation's Top 20 Countdown as well. At 4PM, he's slated to appear on the Wendy Williams Show.

While in the city, Bishop also did a photo shoot and interview for Entertainment Weekly, and met with Rockstar Games! A segment for a new interactive show called "Channel 14," presented by Aftermath, Diocese, & TakeOff Productions was just shot, as well as something for SkeeTV. It looks like things just keep getting bigger for Bishop!

If that's not enough, when Bishop comes back to LA, there's gonna be a "Confessional" release party and concert at The House of Blues on the Sunset Strip on July 19th! Stay tuned for information on how you can get your tickets.

If you haven't heard Bishop's single "Grow Up" yet, check it out below. Don't forget to keep requesting it on Power 106 by texting into 69106.

Bishop Lamont - Grow Up [Prod. by Dr. Dre]

Eddie Gurrola

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1215870189 - January 1, 1970 By : As previously reported, Dogg Pound Gangsta Daz Dillinger recently wrapped up his first executive producer job on a movie set with his independent flick "Make It Rain". The movie was filmed down in Atlanta and is about the attempts of the commissioner of Atlanta to shut down strip clubs.

"Make It Rain - The Movie" is coming soon, starring Daz Dillinger, Alfa Mega (P$C), Young Dro, Big Duke, Shawty Shawty, Poppa Snoop and many more. So if you like hood stories, big shaking asses, flying dollar bills and subbing music, be on the lookout for "Make It Rain"!

A trailer to the movie was posted on YouTube, check it out by clicking here.

Nima

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1215871637 - January 1, 1970 By : Back in April, we brought you Stacee Adamz' latest mixtape project "Infiltration Mixtape Vol. 1", which was hosted by DJ Kay Slay and DJ Skee. The tape received overwhelming feedback from fans and critics and was a worthy follow up to his debut project "In My Backyard".

The guest line up included Busta Rhymes, Mack 10, Glasses Malone, Papoose, Big Wy, Ray J, Yung Berg and Akon amongst others. If you missed the mxitape, download it now via the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network.

Stacee Adamz just dropped a video to the mixtape, for the song "Hood Still In Me", which featured Inglewood OG Big Wy. Check out the video:

Stacee Adamz - Hood Still In Me (ft. Big Wy)

Enjoy and look out for more Stacee Adamz in the near future!

Nima

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1215874283 - January 1, 1970 By : Not familiar with Wale? Really? It's about time to get you up to speed then. The Washington D.C. native has seen his buzz grow exponentionally throughout the last year, leading up to him signing a deal with Mark Ronson's Allido Records under Interscope Records.

Co-signed by greats such as Jay-Z, Kanye West, Bun B and Lil Wayne and having already toured the world on Mark Ronson's world tour last year, it looks like success is unavoidable for Wale, who brings listeners a fresh mix of Hip-Hop and Go Go music.

Dubcnn had the chance to catch up with him for "A Conversation About Nothing". Obviously, that's a spin-off off Wale's current mixtape, titled "Mixtape About Nothing", which was inspired by the TV series Seinfeld. Those who heard the "Mixtape About Nothing" already know that the title is ironic, as Wale touches on an array of different issues and topics on the mixtape. The same can be said about this interview.

We talk about him coming up in D.C., his influences, working with his idol Black Thought of The Roots and how he ended up signing with Jimmy Iovine's Interscope Records. He tells us why he's not worried about Interscope forcing him to switch up his sound, his experiences touring the world with Mark Ronson, and of course his "Mixtape About Nothing".

We end off the interview with a few words on his upcoming solo album, which by the way is set to feature production from Mark Ronson, Kanye West, Pharrell, Just Blaze, 9th Wonder and the French electronic music duo Justice.

Read or listen to the Wale interview below:

Exclusive Interview With Wale (July '08)

To download Wale's "Mixtape About Nothing", click here.

Nima

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1216642359 - January 1, 1970 By : Every home is made better with A Woman's Touch. This is why Dubcnn is very excited to introduce to you a fresh new idea that will shine light on some key players of the female gender who have shaken our world of hip hop and urban music -- and made it a better place.

A Woman's Touch is a very special series that will spotlight some of the most influential and powerful women in our country -- ranging from prominent female artists to power players and fierce leaders -- women who have made a tremendous impact on our society and within our culture today.

This Dubcnn limited edition series is presented by Jonathan Hay and Chad Kiser -- however, A Woman's Touch wouldn't make quite an impact without a woman's perspective; so we've brought on board to help lead this revolution Sabrina, who is already working with the Who's Who of the industry.

If you have any news tips, ideas, or special guests you'd like to see featured, please contact Jonathan via MySpace or email at haywire@dubcnn.com. We always appreciate your input.

A Woman's Touch


JonathanHay

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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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1216780064 - January 1, 1970 By : Catskill is an up and coming cat in the business who’s looking to settle into a major deal -- and a new home on the West Coast -- so naturally, we saw it fitting to bring this exclusive interview to Dubcnn. He doesn't exactly mince words, making this interview something fierce, entertaining and narcissistic.

As his name suggests, this Canadian cat is packing a dangerous skill that has the industry whispering the name of this self-described heir to the throne. Put him on exhibit with his swagger and style and you have three weapons of mass destruction bombarding the scene hardcore and causing a bidding war within the industry comparable to the size of World War II, everyone vying to offer this stray cat a home.

Although the public does not yet know him, it seems many people I talk to within the industry have the name Catskill on their tongue -- and it's no wonder; with a string of offers and bids to choose from, everyone's wondering where he will end up.

So, familiarize yourself with the name Catskill, let's make him feel at home with a nice warm welcome of Cali hospitality.

Also, you've got to download and check out this exclusive Dubcnn song titled, "News (The Dubcnn song)” with Paul Katsnelson, and be on the lookout for his single, "Cats Kill", featuring Bizarre from D12.

Unsigned Hype The Exclusive Catskill Interview

As always, we urge you to leave feedback on our forums or email them to haywire@dubcnn.com.

JonathanHay

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1216796305 - January 1, 1970 By : Just over a month ago we brought you news on an artist by the name of Hood from San Diego. The self proclaimed "24 Hour Hustla" has been locked in the studio working on his upcoming album "The Movement" for much of this year. The album is slated to feature artists including Crooked I, Glasses Malone, Sly Boogy, Mr. Porter, Smig Dirtee, Mitchy Slick, One-2 as well as members of his Bloc Runnaz and 4Squad camps.

In the build up to that release he has been working around the clock to complete a series of projects such as DJ Vlad's "Barz Out Volume 1" mixtape and also the fifth installment from Bloc Up Movement.

The latest edition - New West Attitude Volume 5: Hosted by Crooked I" is now available for free download here on Dubcnn or in CD format for $2.99 at MillionDollaMotive.com. The mixtape download page is below and contains the full tracklist and sample tracks.

Bloc Up Movement Present: New West Attitude Volume 5 (Hosted by Crooked I)

Hood is also taking up hosting duties on the upcoming projects "Bloc Up Movement Presents West Up Vol. 1," "New West Attitude Vol. 7, and the Million Dolla Motive Brand's Daygo Radio. With his clothing line "Million Dolla Motive" - as seen at MillionDollaMotive.com - "The Movement" album and multiple other ventures that Hood is currently in negotiations with it's looking like Daygo's self proclaimed "24 Hour Hustla" is really just that. Check Hood out on MySpace

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1216844815 - January 1, 1970 By : We’ve been bringing you an exclusive feature on Erotic D over the last couple weeks, where we’ve seen Erotic discuss in Part 1 and Part 2, his journey from a party DJ in the early 80’s, to connecting with D.O.C. & Dr. Dre and working with NWA, to being a part of the early Death Row dynasty. We learned a few things along the way such as his influences, a little info on the original Dr. Dre & Ice Cube Helter Skelter project, and more.

Well, we conclude our interview series with Erotic D today, as we bring you Part 3 of this exclusive feature. In this final piece, Erotic shares with us his feelings on the Helter Skelter project with D.O.C., how that album was constructed, and what new projects we can expect to see from him and his E-World Entertainment company.

We also get his side of the story on Six-Two & D.O.C., and what his relationship is like with them and Dr. Dre these days. Speaking of Dre, we also get some interesting information concerning Dr. Dre’s 2001 album, as well as……well, let me hold some of this back to give you something to look forward to in the interview, and discuss in the dubcnn forums.

Exclusive Erotic D Interview (Part 3)


To follow suit with our two previous parts, we have more audio updates from Erotic D. The first track is called Payback and it features Erotic D & El Dog, aka El Dorado from D.O.C.’s Deuce album, rapping on a track off the upcoming Black Bruce Willis album. The song explains a few situations that Erotic touches on in the interview.

Erotic D & El Dog - Payback (produced by Erotic D)

The second song we have featured is a solo track by El Dog called I’ll Kill Ya. Produced by Erotic D, El Dog spits heat all over the track.

El Dog - I'll Kill Ya (produced by Erotic D)

Lastly, the 3rd track is for all you Genacide fans out there. It features Erotic D, Six-Two & El Dog and the joint is called Kiss My Ass. This is just a small taste of what Eroic D and E-World Entertainment has coming up in the next few months, so enjoy these exclusive tracks being premeired on dubcnn!

Erotic D, Six-Two & El Dog - Kiss My Ass (produced by Erotic D)


Enjoy the audio exclusives, as well as reading the conclusion to this exclusive interview. As always, we encourage you to leave feedback on our forums or email them to chad@dubcnn.com. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Erotic D and E-World Entertainment!


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1216917219 - January 1, 1970 By : One half of the Young Giantz is back on Dubcnn today with an exclusive freestyle for our readers. Bigg Joe West, the son of Playa Hamm and brother of Duece Mac who make up Young Giantz, had some issues to get off his chest and has delivered it in the form of a freestyle track entitled "Weeest" - the same title as the track we dropped from them back in 2007, listen again here.

Bigg Joe West, pictured, had this to say about his current situation when he dropped off the track; "We are currently in the streets selling our music everyday you know just paying our dues. You know we been doing this seriously for the last eight years so were just creating our buzz. There's no reason why people should not know about the the beautiful music we out here making you feel me?

He also took some time to state what led to this freestyle; "I also been checking out the Dubcnn Forum peepin what the fans like and dislike which is what inspired me to submit this freestyle. No disrespect to anyone making music but I feel like alot of non thought-provoking bullsh-t is being praised, which makes us continuosly give to the world from the heart. Take it personal if one must. Love, peace and blessings to Dubcnn. Weeeest!

See what Bigg Joe West had to say by checking out the track below and drop your feedback on his thoughts on the same forum that caused him to create it; the Dubcnn Forum.

Bigg Joe West - Weeest! Freestyle

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from Young Giantz including the latest on "G-Qcality"" - their debut mixtape that will feature production from names including Qluso, N/A, Boogaloo, Bokie as well as DJ Battlecat, Amplified and Blaqthoven.

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1216930801 - January 1, 1970 By : We've been telling you about it for some time now and finally - the third installment in the "New West World Order" mixtape series is almost ready for release. Meech Wells has once again compiled another tape that is sure to generate buzz in the streets and online.

"New West World Order: Volume 3" continues in the same vein as Volume 1 and Volume 2, with heavy hitting, well produced backdrops alongside hard hitting, non-compromosing lyrics from some of your favourite artists.


Meech Wells, The Soul Mechanix and DJ LGee are joined by artists including Lil Wayne, Daz, Kurupt, Young Joker, Eastwood, Ya Boy, 40 Glocc, Jay Rock, 211, Jody Breeze, Truth, Boss, Grand Prize, Lil Lyn, Mic Moses and countless more. With production from Meech Wells, The Soul Mechanix and Tha Pusher the releases oozes cohesion and balance and is sure to be a summer smash amongst listeners.

Today we have the full tracklist below and the album cover for you to see [see news image above]. Within the tracklist are the three tracks we've dropped exclusively from the project since March. The release will be available for free download right here on Dubcnn in the coming days.

01) Young Joker - We Started This New West Sh-t
02) Young 3rd - New West Sh-t (Feat. Young Joker, Grand Prix, Boss & Truth) (Produced By Meech Wells & Soul Mechanix)
03) Truth - Into The Light (Feat. Ya Boy) (Produced By Meech Wells & Soul Mechanix)
04) Eastwood - Don't Forget (Produced By Meech Wells & Tha Pusher)
05) Young Mack - Catch Me On The Way Up
06) 40 Glocc - One In The Chamber (Feat. Yacc, Village Boo & TipToe) (Produced By Meech Wells & Soul Mechanix)
07) Drastik - We Stay G'd Up (Produced By Def Jef & Meech Wells)
08) Young Joker - When it Come To Money (Feat. Jay Rock & 211) (Produced By Meech Wells & Tha Pusher)
09) Young Joker - Funeral Music (Produced By Meech Wells & Tha Pusher)
10) Jody Breeze - Dippin' On The Cops Remix (Feat. Lil Wayne & Eastwood) (Produced By Meech Wells & Soul Mechanix)
11) Ya Boy - Back Against The Wall (Produced By Meech Wells & Tha Pusher
12) Truth - Dreams (Produced By Meech Wells & Soul Mechanix)
13) Kurupt & Daz - Better Not Trip (Feat. Concise & Checkmate)
14) Young Joker - It's The New West (Feat. Meech Wells) (Produced By Meech Wells)
15) Lil Lyn - I'm That Guy (Produced By AAA)
16) Young Joker - Half A Mil (Produced By Meech Wells & Soul Mechanix)
17) Mic Moses - Last Forever (Feat. C4Mula, Stat Quite & Ariano)
18) Grand Prix - Man Down (Feat. Young Joker) (Produced By Meech Wells)
19) Ya Boy - F-ck All Ya'll (Feat. Kurupt) (Produced By Meech Wells & Tha Pusher)
20) Young Joker - Feel Me
21) Mayhem - You've Got Work To Do (Feat. Young Joker) (Produced By Meech Wells & Tha Pusher)
22) Young Joker - F-ck The Rest (Produced By Meech Wells)
23) Truth - Take Me High (Produced By Meech Wells & Soul Mechanix)
24) Grand Prix - Hundred Haters (Produced By Meech Wells & Tha Pusher)

Stay tuned to Dubcnn to grab your free copy of "New West World Order: Volume 3" when it drops in the coming week. Check out Meech Wells on MySpace for more news and media from himself and his artists.

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1217271603 - January 1, 1970 By : We warned you last week and as promised, we're back today with the World Exclusive Free Download of "New West World Order: Volume 3." The third installment in the "New West World Order" mixtape series has finally been completed and Meech Wells once again delivers another tape that is sure to generate buzz in the streets and online.

"New West World Order: Volume 3" continues in the same vein as Volume 1 and Volume 2, with heavy hitting, well produced backdrops alongside hard hitting, non-compromosing lyrics from some of your favourite artists.

Meech Wells, The Soul Mechanix and DJ LGee are joined by artists including Lil Wayne, Daz, Kurupt, Young Joker, Eastwood, Ya Boy, 40 Glocc, Jay Rock, 211, Jody Breeze, Truth, Boss, Grand Prize, Lil Lyn, Mic Moses and countless more. With production from Meech Wells, The Soul Mechanix and Tha Pusher the releases oozes cohesion and balance and is sure to be a summer smash amongst listeners.

Enough of the talk, lets allow you to get straight to the fresh new music. Use the link below to view the download page where you will find the full covers, tracklist, sample tracks and of course the download link.

Meech Wells, DJ LGee & Soul Mechanix Present: The New West World Order (Volume 3)

Get your free copy of "New West World Order: Volume 3" today and ensure you drop your thoughts for Meech and the team to check out on our forums. Ensure you check out Meech Wells on MySpace for more news and media from himself and his artists.

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1217366956 - January 1, 1970 By : A local promotional company and Suga-T of E-40 and the Click unite to bring forth a positive event to both the Modesto and Stockton communities. Suga-T, along with Ms. Toi, most famously known from Ice Cube’s smash hit, "You Can Do It," and Salt-N-Pepa’s legendary deejay, Spinderella, seen recently on the popular VH-1 reality show, The Salt-N-Pepa Show, will be celebrating Spinderella’s Birthday with parties at the Fat Cat Club, in Modesto, California, on August 1st, and Chativas Sports Bar & Grill at the Waterfront, the following day on August 2nd, in Stockton, California. Doors will open at 9pm on both days.

This event is not just a birthday celebration, but it is also helping to support the launch of "The Be About It Project," an organization designed to mother, educate, and keep the peace and unity in the community. Suga-T, Ms. Toi, and Spinderella are all in full support of this project. Not only is Suga-T completely excited about being able to perform her long overdue, new album, "The Game Needs Me," but even more important is the fact that she truly enjoys empowering youth and families through innovative initiatives, and building hope for those who are dealing with adversity through education, recreation, lack of employment & motivation, low self-esteem, and at-risk behaviors.

By creating positive events in the community, and standing in unity and support of this movement, these Renaissance Women join together in alliance to make positive change. "In talking to my manager and advisory team, we started thinking, 'What if we created workshops to connect with people, and the fan-base, to foster a deeper and more personal relationship in an effort to create real change, opportunities, and solutions to issues that adversely impact communities, and help people improve their lives through the platform of music," Suga states matter-of-factly, "Instead of looking at what's wrong in the world, let's look at what we can do to change it through love and respect of all persons; regardless of race, sex, national origin & creed, and work together as the human family to ‘Save Our Planet’."

In addition, Suga-T highlights economic, political & social issues, and provides a forum through her lecture series, for her fans to become, what she calls, "Change Agents," and network to promote action, creativity, courage, and positive solutions for communities.

Suga-T is a nationally known recording artist, entrepreneur, TV personality, and in-demand lecturer, who also holds a Guinness World Record for having the biggest brother/sister duet ever created, in 1995’s ‘Sprinkle Me,’ from E-40’s platinum-plus "In A Major Way" LP.

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1217393374 - January 1, 1970 By : You might have heard about a new interactive show called Channel14 that's in the works. We're giving you a lot of information about the project today, along with a live performance video of Bishop Lamont's latest single, "Grow Up."

Channel14 is a 30 minute late-night variety hip-hop show that's in production right now. Executive produced by Bishop Lamont and E. Sanchez (CEO of TakeOff Productions,) the show is broken down into five categories - Music, Art, Lifestyle, Business, & Play.


This will give all of you guys a chance to see every aspect of the music industry and meet people that play their parts in it. There is a surprise in-studio host that will be announced in the coming weeks.

Channel14 is all about interaction, so the fans will be able to engage in live chats where they can ask the artists questions directly, and even win tickets to the tapings of the show in Los Angeles. Movers and shakers of the industry will appear on the show as well to give the audience lessons in Music 101.

Channel14 will include both in-studio guest appearances and live performances from artists from all across the nation, along with a variety of special segments as well.

These segments include "Real In Progress," a look at new artists who put out quality music, hosted by me, a lifestyle segment hosted by Devi Dev of KDAY, and "BangTV," the "play" segment hosted by PR1ME. There's also a segment called "The Redcam" that will give you an exclusive look at footage you'll never see anywhere else.

To give you a taste of "The Redcam," we've got Bishop's live performance of "Grow Up" at the House of Blues Hollywood for you to check out today.

Channel14 Presents: Bishop Lamont "Grow Up" Live Performance

"In the viral world we live in, 'Channel14' will fit right in and provide another outlet for artists and fans to come closer together while bringing more interaction to the viewer. It's also another way for the West Coast artist to be heard & seen," says E. Sanchez.

"We set trends & standards all the time, and 'Channel14' is no diffrent. Watch!" adds Bishop Lamont.

You can look out for Channel14 to hit the internet This Fall right here on Dubcnn, as well as on sohh.com, hiphopdx.com, ballerstatus.com, and many blog sites. Stay tuned for the latest information!

Related Link:
Bishop Lamont On The Wendy Williams Show [Audio]

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1217401771 - January 1, 1970 By : The release of Crooked I's much talked about mixtape "The Block Obama" is almost upon us and thanks to the people at Treacherous Records we have been keeping you up to date with the last news and media. Last week we announced that the project will be dropping for free download, untagged and without a DJ. Crooked is calling 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.

So far we have heard tracks from the tape including Freak (NC-17), W's Down and Hood Politics.

Today we have the latest track entitled "Hard On The Blvd" - which features a message about exactly what Crooked I wants to happen with "The Block Obama" - check it out below and look for the more media from this project to feature on Dubcnn soon.

Crooked I - Hard On The Blvd

Ensure you don't miss the next track from "The Block Obama" by making a daily visit to Dubcnn.

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1217439296 - January 1, 1970 By : Ali! Ali! Ali! The crowd chants as if back in the 70’s during an intense Muhammad Ali title fight. But, in this setting, the crowd is chanting for a ferocious rhyme-slayer by the name of Ali Vegas.

Unlike the city of sin, you will find Ali Vegas to be a humble contestant who has fought hard to keep his integrity, spirituality, and positive outlook in this game -- a rarity that is refreshing to find in a world of self-centered, materialistic hip-hop.


On the verge of releasing Generation Gap 2: The Prequel, a concept album merging old school artists and new school artists in the form of teachers and students, Ali Vegas speaks with Dubcnn about his original idea to introduce the past to the future, and vice vegas.

“If yesterday could understand tomorrow or tomorrow could understand the troubles of yesterday, then today would be a better day,” says Ali, adding, “[I wanted to] put the students and the teachers in one classroom.” And with marquee appearances from Rakim, Styles P and AZ, and production from the heavy-hitters such as DJ Premier, L.E.S., Scott Storch, Cool and Dre, this emcee’s future is looking very bright.

Ali! Ali! Ali! Students please find your desks; class is about to begin...it’s the exclusive Ali Vegas Interview, right here on Dubcnn.

The Exclusive Ali Vegas Interview

As ever, you can read this exclusive interview below and we urge you to leave feedback on our forums, email them to haywire@dubcnn.com or hit me up on MySpace


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1217442574 - January 1, 1970 By : We've been talking about it for months and it's almost here for you to purchase. Ice Cube's latest solo album, "Raw Footage" is dropping on August 19th and is set to be one of the standout releases of 2008.

So far we've had the singles Do Ya Thang [watch the video - see behind the scenes] as well as the street single Gangsta Rap Made Me Do It. We also brought you the streaming audio of Get Used To It featuring The Game and WC furthering the talk that The Game is set to join Westside Connection in place of Mack 10 for a new album.

Today we are happy to present a 19 minute "Raw Footage" album sampler that showcases some of the tracks that will feature on the album.

Ice Cube - Raw Footage Album Sampler

Enjoy the new music and ensure you support Ice Cube and Lench Mob Records by picking up a copy when it drops on August 19. In the meantime stay tuned to Dubcnn for a very special world exclusive.


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1217602009 - January 1, 1970 By : As promised Crooked I's much talked about mixtape "The Block Obama" is leaking track by track and today sees the release of the latest record that will feature on the upcoming Treacherous Records project. "The Block Obama" will be dropping for free download, untagged and without a DJ. As previously reported Crooked is calling 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.

So far we have heard tracks from the tape including Freak (NC-17), W's Down, Hood Politics and earlier this week Hard On The Blvd.

Today we have the latest track, "New West Baby," featuring former Doggy's Angels member Coniyac. Download it below and as ever we want to hear your thoughts on our forum.

Crooked I - New West Baby (Feat. Coniyac)

Ensure you don't miss the next track from "The Block Obama" by making a daily visit to Dubcnn.

Rud

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1217608442 - January 1, 1970 By : As previously reported Daz Dillinger has aligned with Fontana, the independent sales, marketing and distribution division of Universal MG, to release his latest studio album entitled "Only On The Left Side" on August 12,2008.

"Only On The Left Side" features appearances by Snoop Dogg, Tyrese, Nicole Wray, Krayzie Bone, Obie Trice, Manish Man and Keak Da Sneak. We've heard a few tracks from the album so far including "Dip, Drop, Stop, Dip," with Keak Da Sneak, "Meal Ticket" with Krayzie Bone and "I'm Tha Dopeman."

Today we have another track from the album for download - the Manish Man featured "This Is How We Do It" as well as the full tracklist. The entire album is produced by Daz Dillinger, save for the notable exceptions of Swizz Beats, Soopafly and Ivan Johnson on two tracks. Below is the tracklist with the previously posted tracks and the new record.

01) Switch The Trigger
02) I'm From The Hood (Feat. Swizz Beatz)
03) Only On The Leftside
04) My Summer Vacation
05) Meal Ticket (Feat. Krayzie Bone)
06) I'm Tha Dopeman
07) Blaze Up The Weed
08) W-Ballz 187 (Feat. Big Von)
09) Dip, Drop, Stop, Dip (Feat. Keak Da Sneak)
10) This How We Do It (Feat. Manish Man)
11) Do Yo Thang
12) The Weekend After
13) Me & My Cuzzin (Feat. Snoop Dogg)
14) Regretz (Feat. Nicole Wray & Tyrese)
15) Who I Be
16) My Wayz R Shady (Feat. Obie Trice)
17) Thiz How We Live (Feat. Kurupt)

Enjoy the new music and as ever we want to hear your thoughts on our forum. Ensure you support Daz when "Only On The Left Side" hits stores on August 12,2008.

Rud

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1217890555 - January 1, 1970 By : Errelevent has been appearing on Dubcnn since May 2004 when we listed his appearance on a Playa Rae mixtape. Since then we have covered his Heaven Made Hell" compilation with 10sion, his mixtape with DJ Strong "The Best You Never Heard" and most recently a string of singles.

If you have missed any of our prior updates on one of the Bay Area's leading young talents then you can check them all in the Errevelent News & Media Archive.


Those past updates include a single entitled In The Bay We Hustlin featuring San Quinn which is off his "Redefinition" album which was released earlier this year. The lead single received radio spins on 106 KMEL and XM Radio and now Errelevent has lined up his Bay Area All-Star Remix with appearances from Dem Hoodstarz, San Quinn, The Jacka and Messy Marv

Produced by up-and-coming beatsmith Equivalent Exchange, the song takes a cue from the featured artists' previous radio hits and adds a new twist that is sure to heat up the West Coast for the rest of the summer. We have the clean and instrumental versions of the new record for download below - the dirty will be released via iTunes shortly.

Errelevent - In The Bay We Hustlin (Remix) (Feat. Dem Hoodstarz, San Quinn, The Jacka & Messy Marv) (Clean)
Errelevent - In The Bay We Hustlin (Remix) (Feat. Dem Hoodstarz, San Quinn, The Jacka & Messy Marv) (Instrumental)

Enjoy the new music and if you haven't yet then pick up Redefinition today. As ever stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media.

Rud

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1218201107 - January 1, 1970 By : One of the music and radio industry’s top producers and executives for the last 15 years, Damion Young is lifting the veil on what went on behind the scenes in the burgeoning, ongoing and, at times, recovering careers of just about every major recording star in his explosive new memoir, “Guilty By Association.”

Fans will be enthrawed with Damizza’s first-hand account of watching Eminem record “Hi My Name Is…” in Dr. Dre’s home studio — and minutes later Dre taking Damizza aside, enlisting his friend’s advice on “how to break the white boy.”

Dre wasn’t the only one tapping Damizza for his expertise: The young producer and radio wunderkind was hired by L.A.’s fledgling Power 106 hip-hop station to turn it into what became, during his tenure, arguablythe world’s most influential music station.

In “Guilty By Association” readers will be treated to the behind-the-scenes stories of some of Mariah Carey’s biggest hits — and her incredible comeback after the disastrous “Glitter” fiasco, orchestrated through her triumphant post 9/11 Super Bowl performance. And for the first time anywhere, Damizza finally goes public with the ups and down of the intense four-year personal relationship they shared and worked diligently to disguise from the world’s press.

From Al Gore’s insightful assessment of “Glitter” to Billy Bob Thorton’s attempt to record an album under Damizza’s direction, the landmark reunion of Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre on “Chronic 2001” and a nearly endless list of every imaginable celebrity who sought Damizza’s help, “Guilty By Association” is a who’s who diary of how our world of popular music has evolved, all told by one of the few people who was standing in the room at nearly every moment.

But it’s also more than a recollection of anecdotal remembrances: Damizza spends considerable time discussing the hows and whys of the songs that have topped the charts for more than a decade came to fruition, from the writing and recording to the sometimes uncomfortable and combative machinations of the record, radio and promotional industries and the egos that propel them.

While entire chapters are dedicated to Dre, Snoop, Mariah, Warren G., Eminem, Ludacris and Jay-Z, readers will be hard pressed to come up with a famous name that does not play at least a passing role in “Guilty By Association.” Axl Rose, Jennifer Love-Hewitt, Quincy Jones, Paris Hilton, Prince, Tobey McGuire, Tony Bennett, Hulk Hogan, Michael and Janet Jackson, Tommy Lee & Pamela Anderson, David Lee Roth, Harry Belafonte, Puffy, Jermaine Dupri, Nas, The Game, 50 Cent, Suge Knight, Tupac, Biggie…the list literally goes on for pages…a manic trip that finally pulls over at the side of the road for a little “breather” at the Betty Ford Center.

“It’s been — it continues to be — a mindblowing journey,” Damizza says. “I really felt fans deserved to hear some of my first-hand accounts of how some of their favorite records came to be. Besides, it’s been a while since my mailbox has been filled with cease-and-desist orders.”

J. Marshall Craig is the co-writer of Animals lead singer Eric Burdon’s internationally acclaimed memoir Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood, Rolling Stones keyboardist Chuck Leavell’s Between Rock and a Home Place, and more than a half dozen other published works.

"Guilty By Association" by Damion “Damizza” Young & J. Marshall Craig and Dubcnn's very own Eddie Gurrola is coming soon. In the meantime the Press Contact is Jonathan Hay — 310.402.6949 and Management Aaron Postil — 818.517.1067.

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1218308169 - January 1, 1970 By : Dubcnn recently sat down with Meech Wells & Young Joker for an exclusive interview. In this piece, you'll hear all about their new project "The New West World Order Vol. 3." You'll also hear about Joker's new projects "Mayhem" and "Heaven Sent." The duo talk about going on tour with Chef Jeff and working on his show for the Food Network. Joker also has some controversial words for E-White. Read on to find out about all of these topics and much more.

Exclusive Interview With Meech Wells & Young Joker [August 2008]


Make sure to add Meech Wells & Young Joker as your friends on Myspace. Don't forget to grab your free download of "The New West World Order Vol. 3" below!

Meech Wells Presents The New West World Order Vol. 3 [Free Download]

Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest exclusive interviews.

Eddie Gurrola

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1218451477 - January 1, 1970 By : Sugar, spice and everything nice describe this tropical mama, who grew up, per se, with megastar Rihanna in the beautiful island of Barbados. Shontelle, in eager anticipation of her next album Shontelligence (slated to be released fall of 2008), throws everything into the mix -- from Reggae-soul to pop dance and hip-hop -- as well as highlighting on some major features, such as fellow islander Rihanna in the album’s smash hit “Roll.”

Signed to hip hop mogul and pioneer Steve Rifkin’s SRC Records, Shontelle exemplifies a woman’s strength, being only twenty-three years old and having already left a splash in the Caribbean by writing hit songs for several top artists and somehow managing to maintain straight A’s while pursuing her degree in entertainment law at the University of the West Indies.

Wow! Beauty, brains and Bajan blood…Jonathan Hay and Sabrina sit down with Shontelle, who sprinkles a little of her eclectic knowledge – ahem, Shontelligence -- on Dubcnn in this special series shining light on some key players of the female gender who have shaken our world of hip hop and made it a better place, appropriately dubbed “A Woman’s Touch.”

The Exclusive Shontelle Interview

As always, hit me up on MySpace and leave feedback on our forums or email them to haywire@dubcnn.com.

JonathanHay

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1218676952 - January 1, 1970 By : We've been super busy the past few weeks, and we apologize for "The West Coast Grind" being MIA. But we're back today with another crazy show for you, with world premiere & brand new music from Ice Cube, Butch Cassidy, Guerilla Black, Warren G, Snoop, Daz, and more.

Ca$his & Rikanatti stop by the show to give us an update on the Ca$his album "Loose Cannon." Ca$his also gives us his take on the controversy surrounding The Game's "My Life" single, which was interpreted as an Eminem diss by some.

Check out this week's podcast by following the link below.

The West Coast Grind With Young De & Eddie
Special Guests Ca$his & Rikanatti [Podcast]
Executive Producer: Damizza, Music by DJ Ill Will
Shouts out to our sponsors Erratic Productions

Make sure to add The West Coast Grind Page, Young De, DJ Ill Will, Damizza, Ca$his, & Rikanatti on Myspace.

PLEASE NOTE that we're changing our schedule up on "The West Coast Grind." To bring you the dopest show possible, we're moving to a bi-weekly schedule. Your favorite West Coast radio show will now drop on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of every month.

Check back in two weeks for the next edition of "The West Coast Grind!"

Eddie Gurrola

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1218782193 - January 1, 1970 By : Next Tuesday the wait for Ice Cube's latest solo album, "Raw Footage" is over. The new album drops on August 19th and is set to be one of the standout releases of 2008.

So far we've had the singles Do Ya Thang [watch the video - see behind the scenes] as well as the street single Gangsta Rap Made Me Do It. We also brought you the streaming audio of Get Used To It featuring The Game and WC furthering the talk that The Game is set to join Westside Connection in place of Mack 10 for a new album.

At the end of last month we also released a 19 minute "Raw Footage" album sampler that showcases some of the tracks that will feature on the album.

Ice Cube - Raw Footage Album Sampler

Today we have the albums third single "Why Me?" featuring Musiq Soulchild and produced by Grammy Nominated Stockton, California duo Hallway Productionz.

Ice Cube - Why Me? (Feat. Musiq Soulchild) (Produced By Hallway Productionz)

Enjoy the new music and ensure you support Ice Cube and Lench Mob Records by picking up a copy when it drops on August 19. In the meantime stay tuned to Dubcnn for a very special world exclusive.


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