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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. Its 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 Mojoz 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 Im 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
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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?!
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1122168250 - January 1, 1970 By : 
"The name's Problem, I'm from Compton."
Derang Ent.'s lead emcee, Problem is readying his up coming album entitled "Watch Me." Right now, he's pushing the self produced "I'm The Best" on the net and on Mixtape's.
Problem says he's been rapping and producing for about 4 years, but on top of his Production skills, he's got production from Tech, Terrance Martin and THX.
As far as features, he kept it family with people from his camp: Nero, Sequel, Mills, Badd Lucc, S-Mak, Skip and others.
Here's the track:
Problem - I'm The Best
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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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1129813937 - January 1, 1970 By : Just a few days ago we dropped an update on a westcoast duo, NV. The duo consists of Absolute and Dolla, two young men who have grown up in L.A. and come together to form the group NV. Full background on the group can be found just a few updates below however due to the immense amount of feedback i received i have managed to get some more audio off the compilation which is already in the streets, Go Hard or Go Home which features production from Goldeneye, THX, J Classic, Ink, And Ric Rude. alongside appearances from west coast emcees Badd Lucc, J-Do, down south artist and recent Warren G collaborator Frank Lee White as well as R&B features from new sensation Teray, Jasmine, and Alycia Bellamy.
Check out the tracklist below with the added four tracks, including the J-Classic produced "Music" and "Gators" both of which are bangers with the latter featuring Frank Lee White.
Go Hard or Go Home: Front Cover | Back Cover
01) J-Classic @ Roscoes
02) NV - Music (Produced By J-Classic)
03) NV - My Block (Produced By Goldeneye)
04) NV - F*ck That Hotline
05) NV - F*ck That (Produced By Goldeneye)
06) NV - On The Floor (Feat. Badd Lucc & J-Do) (Produced By THX)
07) NV - Gators (Feat. Frank Lee White & Jovi) (Produced By J-Classic)
08) NV - Nothin' Like You (Feat. Teray) (Produced By Goldeneye)
09) NV - All On Me (Feat. J) (Produced By Goldeneye & J)
10) Guerilla Black Shout Out
11) NV - Gotta Get It (Produced By Goldeneye)
12) NV - Sometimes (Feat. Badd Lucc) (Produced By THX)
13) In Those Jeans Skit
14) NV - Teray - Do Somethin' (Produced By Goldeneye)
15) J - 10 Positions (Produced By Goldeneye & J)
16) Teray - Work (Produced By Goldeneye)
17) Teray - One More Time (Produced By Goldeneye)
18) Teray - When We Get Alone (Produced By Goldeneye & J Myers)
19) Teray - Closer (Produced By Goldeneye)
20) Jazz Body (Produced By Goldeneye)
21) Alycia Bellamy - Take Me Away (Produced By Goldeneye)
22) Cali Love Skit
23) Teray - Just Kids (Feat. NV) (Produced By Goldeneye)
Please drop feedback and thoughts over at the forums.
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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.
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1142152692 - January 1, 1970 By : 
For our readers who make regular visits to dubcnn NV will be a name they will be familiar with, for those who arent you can check out our October 2005 Archive (October 18th & 20th). Now as a little refresher; NV are duo consisting of Absolute and Dolla, two young men who have grown up in L.A. and come together to form the collective NV. Last year we released information and let you hear music from a mixtape they had just released called "Go Hard or Go Home" which featured incredible production from Goldeneye, THX, J Classic, Ink & Ric Rude as well as appearances from west coast emcees Badd Lucc & J-Do and down south recent Warren G collaborator Frank Lee White
Well as ever dubcnn was NV's first port of call when they wanted to release new music and information on their street album which is set to be titled; "Cruel Intentions." The record is currently having the finishing touches applied but what we have heard thus far and the music we have to showcase today outlines something the westcoast is often missing - a feel good, up-tempo record with obvious commerical appeal.
The album will include production from J-Classic, 1500 Or Nothing, THX and more as well as a welcome appearance from dubcnn featured and heavily acclaimed; Bad Lucc. NV have been grinding hard this year and it has paid off with opportunities flooding in, they have recently shared the stage with Lil Wayne & recent Oscar winners Three Six Mafia.
The group has many shows planned this year from L.A. to North Carolina and we urge people to check them out when they drop in your area, to stay updated visit NV's MySpace Page. Anyone in Hollywood needs to roll to the Shinin' Event at The Larchmont on March 18th, the event is hosted by StayFresh Entertainment to promote NV's single; "Shinin'" - the track we have for download below!
NV - Shinin'
NV - We Smokin'
NV - New Age Pimpin' (Feat. Bad Lucc)
Stay Fresh Times - Front | Back
NV Show Flyer - Front | Back
Enjoy the audio and check the flyers above for more information on NV and the details of the Shinin' Event at The Larchmont on March 18th. The StayFresh Times images also include the "Cruel Intentions" tracklist. Stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on the next group on the west to turn heads - NV.
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1152059499 - January 1, 1970 By : 
You read right, a new West Coast supergroup has formed, consisting of Goldie Loc of Tha Eastsidaz, West Coast O.G. Brother Kam, MC Eiht of C.M.W., and Bigg Snoop Dogg himself. The project was brought into life by Snoop, and they have been hitting the studio, working on "The Warzone". We had the chance to catch up briefly with Goldie Loc to talk about it.
He let us know that they're about thirteen songs deep right now. Features on the album include the D.P.G., Ray J, Yo-Yo, Jelly Roll, with production by Goldie Loc himsef, Battlecat, THX & David Banner amongst others.
They are currently working on a deal for the record, we will let you know when it's finalized. Those of you who went to the D.P.G. show at the Roxy's last week saw Goldie Loc on stage performing the classic "G'd Up" with Snoop, so the two have officially back up.
Goldie Loc's partner-n-rhyme Tray Deee is still incarcerated, but they holla at each other regularily and keep in touch. Hopefully one day we'll be able to hear the duo wreck tracks together again.
We will soon have further details on the "Warzone" project for ya'll, for now check out an exclusive drop from Goldie Loc for the dubcnn visitors announcing the project:
Goldie Loc - "The Warzone" dubcnn drop
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1152317538 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Up & coming rapper Event has been on the grind recording, doing shows, and probably most important, putting together his upcoming mixtape. The Southern Cali resident is scheduled to drop the mixtape on August 8th under the title "Major Players".
And indeed, Event is running with the major players of the West Coast Hip Hop industry and even has some of them appearing on his project. The young talent has features from the likes of Crooked I, Glasses Malone, The Young Hoggs, Sly Boogy, AZ, Masta Ace, M1 of Dead Prez, Tom Gist (Dipset), and many more. "Major Players" has production by THX, Rick Rock, DJ Premier, J. Cardim, T.H.E. Meneace, Event himself, and many more.
The lead single for the mixtape is the self-titled track "Major Players" featuring I.E.'s captain Sly Boogy. You can expect a video for the song in the next couple of weeks. As always Dubcnn is on top of things and has the song available for download. Check out this preview for the mixtape which will be available in our online store.
Event - Major Players Feat. Sly Boogy
The mixtape will be a little appetizer for the full length solo album which is coming soon, but a release date has yet to be announced. Stick around for more info on Event and the "Major Players" project. In the meantime hit up his myspace myspace.com/2006event
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1154112318 - January 1, 1970 By : 
We brought you the news about Snoop Dogg forming a new group called The Warzone, consisting of Goldie Loc, MC Eiht & Kam, and Snoop spoke on the project in Part 1 of our exclusive interview with him.
The trio, along with Snoop Dogg have been busy recording for the project, and Snoop has allowd us to premiere two tracks right here on dubcnn.
The first one is called "Don't Stop", and should be starting to get radio airplay soon. It features Kurupt on a verse and was produced by THX. The second one is called "Take It Or Leave It", where the trio spit over a darker beat produced by Denaun Porter. The song also features Denaun on the hook.
Check out the songs below:
The Warzone - Don't Stop (ft. Kurupt & Snoop Dogg) (Prod. by THX)
The Warzone - Take It Or Leave It (ft. Denaun Porter) (Prod. by Denaun Porter)
You won't get this anywhere else! Enjoy the songs, and be on the lookout for Part 2 of our exclusive interview with Snoop Dogg coming tomorrow.
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1154939569 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Dubcnn and DJ Warrior have once again come together to showcase the talent of Compton youngster Problem. In his third mixtape outing Problem has enlisted the help of the Cali Untouchable DJs for the release; "The Future."
"The Future" is exactly that, new material with exclusive production from Dae One [Scipio, Roccett, Noni Spitz, Chevy Jones, Damizza, Murs and M.I.A], Dem Jointz [Tha Frontlinerz, Roccett and Ya Boy] as well as THX amongst others.
As far as vocal collaborations, he's rounded up nothing but the best out from the West in Glasses Malone, Mykestro, Bad Lucc, Fate Williams, Young Hootie and more.
More of a street album than a mixtape, "The Future" sees 31 tracks of orginal music serve as a teaser for Problem's upcoming release, "Watch Me," which is set to feature 19 heavy hitting tracks alongside a bonus DVD.
We have the tracklist below, along with a track to sample, make sure you support this West Coast movement and get a 'hard' copy at HipHopWest or wait a few days to grab a 'digital copy' in the form of an exclusive paid download courtesy of dubcnn.
01) DJ Warrior intro
02) Monster (Produced By. Klasic)
03) Listen (Produced By. Klasic)
04) Yo-Yo Kday Drop
05) Imma Problem (Produced By. Dae One)
06) DJ Warrior
07) You Gon Get It (Feat. Mykestro & Bad Lucc) (Produced By. Da Riffs)
08) Fool Ya (Produced By. Jake One)
09) Ghetto Story (Produced By. Klasic)
10) Grindin' (Feat. G. Malone, Young Hootie & Killa Krock) (Produced By) Dem Jointz)
11) Get My Cash On (Feat. Disko) (Produced By. Disko)
12) Zenetti Rap (Produced By. Problem)
13) Halftime
14) No Pen, No Paper (Produced By. Problem)
15) After The Laughter (Feat. Yo-Yo & Nero) (Produced By. Problem)
16) The Chase (Feat. Fate Williams) (Produced By. Dem Jointz)
17) Who Ridin'
18) Gun You Down
19) Bird a.k.a. One Shot Drop
20) That's How We Roll (Feat. Bangloose, K-Aktive & Marliek) (Produced By) Dae One)
21) What You There (Feat. Roccett & Sequel (Produced By.Tech)
22) Yes (Produced By. THX)
23) Zenetti Drop
24) F-ck Wit Me (Produced By. THX)
25) DJ Warrior Drop
26) What I Gotta Do (Produced By. Dae One)
27) Takin Shots At Me (Feat. Marliek) (Produced By. Klasic)
28) Rappers Be Hatin' (Feat. Killa Krock) (Produced By. Killa Krock)
29) Want It Wit Us (Feat. Nero & Sequel) (Produced By. Dem Jointz)
30) The Future (Produced By. Dem Jointz)
31) DJ Warrior Outro
Once again we urge you to support this release and get a copy when you can; either at HipHopWest or right here on dubcnn.com soon as an exclusive download. Lookout for more news on this and Problem's next release as ever; right here on dubcnn.com.
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1155598911 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Low Low Clothing is bringing you a very promising up and coming Los Angeles rapper Blak, aka Sincere Blak Poet. The 24-year-old MC has been grinding hard, and was recently featured on Jazzy D's "Unsigned Hype" compilation with his song "Sukas". He's currently recording his street album "Something You Can Feel", which is coming later this year.
He's been working heavily with producer THX, who himself is also amongst the freshest up and coming producers on the West. Blak is affiliated with our good friend Bad Lucc, aswell as Halla, S-Mak, J-Doe & 6one9. I have the pleasure of bringing you a couple exclusive tracks for ya'll to listen to below:
Blak - Give It Up (ft. Bad Lucc) (Prod. by THX)
Blak - Take It To The Streets (Prod. by THX)
Blak - Sukas (Prod. by THX)
For more information, check out his myspace page, or email lowlowsportswear@hotmail.com. Shouts out to Dice.
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1156235560 - January 1, 1970 By : 
As we reported earlier this month Compton MC Problem aligned with the Cali Untouchable DJs to release his third mixtape outing that is buzzing in the streets called; "The Future." "The Future" is exactly that, new material with exclusive production from Dae One [Scipio, Roccett, Noni Spitz, Chevy Jones, Damizza, Murs and M.I.A], Dem Jointz [Tha Frontlinerz, Roccett and Ya Boy] as well as THX amongst others.
As far as vocal collaborations, he's rounded up nothing but the best out from the West in Glasses Malone, Mykestro, Bad Lucc, Fate Williams, Young Hootie and more.
More of a street album than a mixtape, "The Future" sees 31 tracks of orginal music serve as a teaser for Problem's upcoming release, "Watch Me," which is set to feature 19 heavy hitting tracks alongside a bonus DVD.
We have been provided with a track that is not featured on the mixtape but one that has been building up his fanbase since its release the cut is called "F-ck U" and is produced by Dow Jones. Check it out below and drop your feedback on our forums.
Problem - F-ck U (Produced By. Dow Jones)
If you enjoy the cut then we urge you to support his mixtape release and get a copy when you can; either at HipHopWest or right here on dubcnn.com soon as an exclusive download. Lookout for more news on this and Problem's next release as ever; right here on dubcnn.com. You can also visit Problem's official MySpace page.
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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.
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1163199100 - January 1, 1970 By : 
I know we've been having a lot of Snoop Dogg updates lately, but his new album "Blue Carpet Treatment" is dropping November 21st and everybody is eager to see what Snoop Dogg cooks up this time. I have the final official tracklisting from "Blue Carpet Treatment" available for ya'll along with production credits for each track as well as the guest features.
We will be sitting down with Snoop Dogg very soon to discuss everything surrounding the new album as well as everything that has been happening with Snoop Dogg, so make sure that you check back with us very soon to find out more about that.
For now, check out the tracklisting below:
01. Intrology f/ George Clinton
Produced by Battlecat
02. Think About It
Produced by Frequency
03. Crazy f/ Nate Dogg
Produced by Fredwreck
04. Vato f/ B-Real
Produced by The Neptunes
05. That's That Shit f/ R. Kelly
Produced by Nottz
06. Candy f/ E-40, Tha Dogg Pound, MC Eiht & Goldie Loc
Produced by Rick Rock
07. Get A Light f/ Damian Marley
Produced by Timbaland
08. Gangbangin' 101 f/ The Game
Produced by Terrace Martin & Niggaracci (Snoop Dogg)
09. Boss's Life f/. Akon
Produced by Dr.Dre
10. L.A.X f/ Ice Cube
Produced by Battlecat
11. 10 Lil' Crips
Produced by Neptunes
12. Round Here
Produced by Dr. Dre
13. A Bitch I Knew
Produced by Rhythm D
14. Like This f/ Western Union, Latoiya Williams, Raul Midon
Produced by Soopafly
15. Which One Of U f/ 9 Inch Dix
Produced by 1500
16. I Wanna Fuck You f/ Akon
Produced by Akon
17. Psst f/ Jamie Foxx
Produced by Jamie Foxx, N8 and Brainz
18. Beat Up On Yo Pads
Produced by Mr. Porter
19. Don't Stop f/ Kam, MC Eiht, Goldie Loc & Kurupt
Produced by THX
20. Imagine f/ Dr.Dre & D'Angelo
Produced by Dr.Dre
21. Conversations (Have To Talk With God) f/ Stevie Wonder
Produced by DJ Pooh & Stevie Wonder
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1169992044 - January 1, 1970 By : 
I got some bundled up lyrical power for ya'll today, as the Watts Riot Bad Lucc and the Best West Of the 110 Mykestro have come together to record a collaboration album. So "The Best West Of The 100 Meets The Beast East Of The 110"!
We have an exclusive track from the album available right here, produced by THX, who's quickly climbing up to one of the hottest up and coming producers in Los Angeles. The song is called "The Best", get it below:
Bad Lucc & Mykestro - The Best (Prod. by THX)
Mykestro, your favorite rapper's favorite up and coming rapper (don't believe me, check our latest interviews; when asked about new artists, Mykestro is one of the first names to pop up!), has been generating a big buzz and it's only a matter of time before Stro gets himself a nice situation to release his music on.
You already know what's up with Bad Lucc! He's currently recording his online-only album, working on the Western Union album, and now of course, he's been recording real tough with Mykestro.
This is just a sneak peek of what's to come, keep it locked right here on dubcnn for more news on both of these artists. For now, download this song, turn the speakers up, and let it bang!!
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1170270336 - January 1, 1970 By : 
It was a little over six months ago, in July 2006, when Jag first graced the pages of dubcnn. Since then the Watts native has been busy building his buzz, growing his fanbase and most importantly recording new material.
The response to our initial introduction to Jag via our On The Come Up article was immense, he quickly ammassed a vast number of plays and downloads of the two tracks we premiered and captured the imagination of many on our forum.
Jag, who successfully battled 5 different MC's at the famed "Fight Klub" in New York last year, told us in July "I plan on getting a deal and have longevity in the rap game, I don't want to be a one hit wonder, what stands out about Jag is that I'ma always do me" - part of this plan has always been to release a set of mixtapes under the collective series title "Music Money," the first of which is called "Money Over Fame" and in conjunction with dubcnn is available for free download.
The mixtape features no named features, Jag opts to keep it simple with skill, mic prescense and lyrics over a blend of original production and mixtape style freestyles. The original production is handled by a host of names that are becoming more familiar by the day including Ricc Rude, 1500 Or Nothing, THX, The Animal House, Notch, and DJ Prosper. What you will hear on this release is Jag's flow, lyrical ability and song writing skills - he is by no means one dimensional, Jag is quickly becoming a complete artist.
Jag - Music Money: Volume 1 (Money Over Fame) Front Cover | Back Cover
01) Change Gon Come
02) Music Money Intro (Produced by DJ Prosper)
03) Fareal (Produced by THX)
04) Crazy Gs (Produced by the Animal House)
05) Jag Speaks 1
06) Show Me What You Got (Freestyle)
07) Cant Fuck With Me (Produced by Ricc Rude)
08) Cannon Freestyle
09) Fight Klub A&R Speaks
10) 32-Bar Get Off (Acapella)
11) Lay It Down (Produced by Ricc Rude)
12) Nobody (Remix)
13) Push It Freestyle
14) Jag Speaks 2
15) Entourage (Remix)
16) All That (Produced by Ricc Rude)
17) Jag Speaks 3
18) Ring The Alarm (Freestyle)
19) Killa (Produced by Jag & Notch)
20) The Watcher (Freestyle)
21) What We Do (Freestyle)
22) Jag Speaks 4
23) Forgive Me (Produced by 1500 Or Nothing)
24) Cry Now Freestyle
25) Best Thing Yet (Produced by DJ Prosper)
26) Music Money Outro (Produced by THX)
Jag - Music Money: Volume 1 (Money Over Fame) (Free Mixtape Download)
Do not sleep on this mixtape, Jag is a name you will hear more of in 2007, you can expect big things from this talented artist including the recently completed second edition in the "Music Money" series; "Tha General Strikes Back." Stay tuned to dubcnn and visit Jag at his official MySpace page.
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1172760942 - January 1, 1970 By : 
As 2007 continues to roll on at a rapid pace we are back with the third new, exclusive, Custom Made track of the year on dubcnn.
Over the past six weeks we have been keeping you up to date on the impending release of the "Fresh Out" album due later this year and with it we have released two previous tracks, "Down The Line" [see Custom Made, Noni Spitz & Bad Lucc Head "Down The Line"] and most recently "Gutta Rap" [see Custom Made Deliver "Gutta Rap" On New LP ]
Today we have a track from the L.A. collective that was only recorded earlier this week with a producer that is continuing to gather momentum, the hard hitting THX. "This Ain't Us" is the title and the Custom Made crew ensure they deliver everything you would expect from a group of this caliber.
Custom Made - This Ain't Us (Produced By THX)
Enjoy the record that we have secured for exclusive download above and make sure, if you haven't already, to get the two other tracks from previous updates and let your anticipation rise for "Fresh Out".
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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.
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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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1176660185 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Since the start of the year we have been reporting on the long awaited album from L.A. collective Custom Made entitled "Fresh Out," due this year on BabyGrande Records.
We have provided three exclusive tracks so far this year, "Down The Line" [see Custom Made, Noni Spitz & Bad Lucc Head "Down The Line"], "Gutta Rap" [see Custom Made Deliver "Gutta Rap" On New LP] and most recently "This Ain't Us" [see Custom Made & THX Insist "This Ain't Us"], all of which were possible tracks for the new LP.
Since then the group have signed a single Digital Album Release deal with Rawkus Records as a precursor to "Fresh Out" called "Truth Be Told" which is due out later this month. We have a Styalz Fuego produced cut from the new album that features Custom Made alongside Ei8ht of Street Disciplez, all of whom drop heat over this atmospheric instrumental. You can download "Rules Are For Suckaz" below.
Custom Made - Rules Are For Suckaz (Feat. Ei8ht)
We will have the full album tracklist for "Truth Be Told" within the next week or so and possibly the full album for download courtesy of Custom Made, stay tuned to Dubcnn.
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1177621522 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Earlier this month we released exclusive new Custom Made music and promised you an downloadable EP later in the month. That day is now here and we can now premiere the Digital Album Release we discussed for free download.
The EP, being released through Rawkus Records, is a precursor to "Fresh Out" which is the full length LP expected on BabyGrande Records later this year. "Truth Be Told" features some of the cuts we have recently released including "Rules Are For Suckaz" and "Gutta Rap."
This EP, mixed by THX, is 10 tracks of classic Custom Made material that is sure to have fans clamouring for more.
The full EP download, front and back covers as well as the complete tracklist/production credits can be found via the link below. The album download page is a link that can be passed to others so they too can get their hands on a copy of this release.
Dubcnn Presents: Custom Made - Truth Be Told EP (Album Download Page)
For the latest Custom Made news and media ensure you keep a regular watch on dubcnn, stay tuned for an interview and more features as the months progress.
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1177758438 - January 1, 1970 By : 
You all know Toussaint aka 2 from Bad Lucc's track "City Life", where he laced a classic hook. We also brought you some solo music last year, and it's about time we came back with some more.
He's been working on his mixtape, which is set to drop in a few weeks, and he blessed us with some tracks to put up for the fans. The first track is an R&B joint called "Fears", produced by Nominz. Download it below:
Toussaint - Fears (Prod. by Nominz)
The second track is a straight up Hip-Hop anthem, produced by none other than THX, one of the most promising young beat makers on the West Coast. The track is called "My Heart Bleedz" and features Remy, S-Mak and Toussaint. Get it below:
Remy & S-Mak - My Heart Bleedz (ft. Toussaint) (Prod. by THX)
Don't sleep on the last track, that's a song for the ages, make sure to download this, burn it, bump it, and most importantly, SPREAD IT!! We'll be back with more music from Toussaint in the coming weeks.
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1179387911 - January 1, 1970 By : It was almost a year ago, July 2006, when we first introduced the talented Watts native who goes by the name of Jag. Since then his constant buzz building and busy recording schedule has seen him release his first mixtape in conjunction with Dubcnn for free download.
The first installment in his "Music Money" mixtape series was released at the end of January this year for free download right here on Dubcnn. The mixtape "Money Over Fame" is the first release in a planned trilogy of mixtapes to lead up to a debut album.
The former New York "Fight Klub" competitor kept the mixtape simple ensuring in showcased his skill, mic prescense and lyrics over a blend of original production and mixtape style freestyles.
The original production on the mixtape is handled by Ricc Rude, 1500 Or Nothing, THX, The Animal House, Notch, and DJ Prosper and what Jag delivered over these beats was his multi-dimensional persona and skill-set, showing that he is quickly becoming a well rounded artist. We have the link once again below for you to download the mixtape however today we want to concentrate on two new freestyles that Jag has crafted, one of which where he questions why he wasn't called to featured on the latest The Game track - "Cali Niggas" - so in retrospect he recorded a verse over the instrumental.
Jag - Cali Niggas (Freestyle)
The second freestyle track we have for download is entitled "Mr 17.5" and may well feature on his second "Music Money" mixtape when it drops in the next few months right here on dubcnn, the tentative title for which is "Tha General Strikes Back."
Jag - Mr 17.5 (Freestyle)
Until we have more from Jag and his latest release make sure you check out and download the afmorementioned free mixtape Music Money: Volume 1 (Money Over Fame). You can also check out Jag via his official MySpace page.
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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.
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1184578333 - January 1, 1970 By : It's been a few months since we last updated you on the Los Angeles Hip-Hop collective Custom Made. Since the start of the year we have been providing new material from the group including tracks from their long awaited "Fresh Out" album due later this year on BabyGrande Records.
We were also priveledged to distribute their Rawkus Records EP "Truth Be Told" as a Digital Release. For those that missed the the EP download ensure you grab it now by checking our Exclusive Download Page.
With work still well underway on "Fresh Out" Custom Made have decided to drop the fourth installment in their "Street Cinema" mixtape series. "Street Cinema 4: Heavy Traffic" is due for release in the next few weeks and we have a brand new track that will feature entitled "LAX." The piano riddled, melody rich instrumental is provided by an ever present up-n-comer that is sure to feature on a host of top releases over the coming years; THX.
Custom Made - LAX (Produced by THX)
Dubcnn will, as ever, be keeping readers fully updated on Custom Made over the coming months. Check our Archives for previous updates and dont forget to utilise our Search News function at the bottom of our Main Page.
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1186140680 - January 1, 1970 By : Almost a month ago we reported that "The General" was getting ready to strike back and today we can finally build up to the imminent release of Watts' own Jag's second mixtape release in the planned trilogy of projects leading to his album debut. Since we first introduced him back in July 2006 Jag has ensured his name has steadily grown thanks to his constant work ethic and grinding across the local scenes and within the industry. His debut mixtape ""Money Over Fame," which was released in conjunction with Dubcnn for free download in January of this year, was the first installment in his "Music Money" mixtape series.
The former New York "Fight Klub" competitor kept the mixtape simple ensuring he showcased his skill, mic prescense and lyrics over a blend of original production and mixtape style freestyles. With original production on the mixtape being handled by Ricc Rude, 1500 Or Nothing, THX, The Animal House, Notch, and DJ Prosper it was evident the musical talent was there and Jag made sure he delivered his multi-dimensional persona.
Today we are back with more news and audio from the sequel mixtape in the "Music Money" series entitled "Tha General Strikes Back." Last month we released the first track that had just been mixed and mastered called Check Out My Swag which features a bass heavy, club friendly instrumental produced by The Animal House with a Jay-Z sampled hook.
In this update we have an incredible new record from "Volume 2" in this series entitled "One Day" which features the vocal talents of BJ The Chicago Kid whom many will remember appeared in our recent Behind The Scenes Feature With Westurn Union as well as various updates. The new track is produced by DJ Prosper and will be one of two new songs on "Tha General Strikes Back" that feature BJ The Chicago Kid, the second being the Kanye West produced "You Gotta Believe" - yes you read that right; Watts' own Jag got a beat from Kanye!
Jag - One Day (Feat. BJ The Chicago Kid) (Streaming)
In related news Jag is currently heading back out to Milwaukee to re-record his street single called "I'm A West N*gga!" - as soon as we have more news and media we will update you all right here on Dubcnn. Until then make sure you check out and download the afmorementioned free mixtape from Jag Music Money: Volume 1 (Money Over Fame) as well as visiting his official MySpace page.
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1186782821 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Dubcnn linked up with one of the West Coast's rising producers Dae One. In this exclusive interview, we talk about the projects Dae One has been a part of so far, such as Butch Cassidy & Damizza's album, as well as projects from Taje, Roccett, Scipio, Lil Bam, Noni Spitz, as well as future projects, including Butch Cassidy's upcoming single with Snoop Dogg.
Dae One tells us what production equipment he uses, who his influences were, how hard it is not to adjust to what's hot on the radio right now, which producers he's feeling right now, and much more.
Check out the interview below:
Exclusive Interview With Dae One (August '07)
In addition to the interview, we also have some exclusive tracks produced by Dae One. To start it off, we have a song from Lil Bam's upcoming compilation project "Pushing The Line (Long Beach Is Back". Dae One produced a Lil Bam solo off the CD, called "Can't Turn My Back". Download below:
Lil Bam - Can't Turn My Back (Prod. by Dae One)
The "Pushing The Line" compilation features artists such as Lil Bam, Goldie Loc, Techniec, Dynamic Certified, Domino, Bo Roc, Bokie Loc and many more, with production from Dae One, THX, Nine, Terrace Martin, Sixx Disctrit to name a few. Look out for more news on this project soon on dubcnn.
Next up is a track from Taje's new mixtape "Hot Box 2: Second Hit" which will be dropping on dubcnn in the next couple of weeks for digital download. The track is called "It's You", check it out below:
Taje - It's You (Prod. by Dae One)
And last but not least, we have a track from Los Angeles group One Session called "Pocket Change", which features King Tee and DJ Invincible Man over a funky Dae One beat:
One Session - Pocket Change (ft. King Tee & DJ Invincible) (Prod. by Dae One)
If you're feeling what you hear, make sure to hit up Dae One on MySpace and let him know!
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Earlier this month we announced that Custom Made and producer THX had aligned for the latest installment of the "Street Cinema" mixtape series. The Los Angeles Hip-Hop collective are still working on their long awaited "Fresh Out" album due later this year on BabyGrande Records however wanted to deliver some music to keep the fans attention by way of a Free Download.
Having already released their Rawkus Records EP "Truth Be Told" as a Digital Release right here on Dubcnn the group have now put together "Street Cinema 4: Heavy Traffic" with a host of new material for free download.
In our earlier update we premiered a track from this release produced by THX entitled "LAX" that features a piano riddled, melody rich instrumental. Today we are back with the full mixtape that has been mixed by THX and features verses from Custom Made alonside artists including Bad Lucc and Noni Spitz - all for Free Download!
To check out the full tracklisting With some sample tracks as well as viewing the front and back covers and to download it in full; follow the link below to the Custom Made "Street Cinema 4: Heavy Traffic" download page.
Custom Made - Street Cinema 4: Heavy Traffic (Mixtape Download Page)
Dubcnn will, as ever, be keeping readers fully updated on Custom Made over the coming months. Make sure you utilise our Search News function now available on the right hand side of the News Index.
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1189672491 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Since 2005 we have been reporting on one of the WestCoast's most promising talents in Ground Up Entertainment's own Scan.
We have followed Scan from his debut album "The Passion", through to the Dubcnn Download of the GroundUp Entertainment presented GroundUp Live mixtape, and most recently [for those of you who are subscribed to our mailing list] - the free download of the Loud & Clear mixtape from Scan and DJ Vlad, which received a whole host of positive feedback.
Today we are back with news of the next three projects from GroundUp Entertainment and Scan, the first being the DJ Warrior hosted mixtape entitled "The Audition," the cover to which can be seen in large by clicking the news image. Below is an Intro track from the mixtape that sees Scan deliver his hard hitting, controversial lyrics that are sure to get people talking. While the intended targets of his vocals may be up for discussion, one thing that isn't is the capability and skill of Scan.
Scan - The Audition Intro
"The Audition" mixtape is due in mid September with a follow up being readied with DJ Fingaz entitled "Reality Check," the cover to which can be viewed here, before the he finishes up 2007 with a mixtape produced by Dubcnn regular THX [check our previous updates]. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and audio.
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Young Trucho is a Latino rapper originally from Fontana, California now residing in Coquitlam, BC - a suburb of Vancouver). He begun his journey and his love for the culture of Hip Hop by West coast Influence rapping at the age of 11 under inspiration during peak of the g-funk sounds provided by DJ Battlecat, Snoop Dogg and radio host Julio G in the mid 90's.
After catching the eye of a local promoter, he began a series of Reggaeton club shows around Vancouver during summer 2006 with 16 shows under his belt which included opening for such major acts as Fat Joe.
Despite the local buzz within the Latin community, collaborations with the promoter respectfully came to an end as he departed and took serious steps to record material in early 2007 with the mission to establish a new west coast sound in Vancouver, and bring peace between blacks and brown from all around North America. He's currently hard at work on his debut, "Tha Untold Story", which has already caught the ears of producer THX, who laced the track he recorded with G Malone, "Connected". We have the track for Download below.
Young Tru & G Malone - Connected (Produced By THX)
Stay tuned to Dubcnn and our sister site, Sicksofour for the latest on Young Trucho, in the meantime you can visit his official MySpace page.
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1197633331 - January 1, 1970 By : 
We're back with some new heat from the "King Of The Desert" Clinton Wayne repping Barstow, CA. Since we introduced him to dubcnn two years ago, Clinton blessed us with two banging street albums/mixtapes for free download, and for those of you who never got a chance to download them, we've re-upped them right here.
But let's drop the new music first! The first joint we have for you is called "Mute", features G-Wiz and Kadillak Kaz, and was produced by THX. The track is going to appear on Clinton Wayne's upcoming project "Desert Eagle", get it below:
Clinton Wayne - Mute (ft. G-Wiz & Kadillak Kaz) (Prod. by THX)
The second track is also off the upcoming "Desert Eagle" CD, a Ben Franklin production called "The Yard". The South meets the West on this one, check it out below:
Clinton Wayne - The Yard (Prod. by Ben Franklin)
Enjoy the tracks, and for those of you who never got a chance to download his first two projects "Tsoul Ghetto" and "Regal Muzik", get them below:
Clinton Wayne - Tsoul Ghetto (Mixtape) (69MB, RAR)
Clinton Wayne - Regal Muzik (Mixtape) (58MB, RAR)
Check back with us soon for more Clinton Wayne! Check out him out MySpace by clicking here.
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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!
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1198097474 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Bellflower, CA representatives L.E.R.$ are tearing things up once again as they prepare to perform alongside the Ying Yang Twins at The Key Club this Friday in Los Angeles! If you're interested in attending the show, check out the flyer here for more information. L.E.R.$. will be performing all of their hit songs at the show, including "Like Me" and "Come & Go." Dubcnn's got both songs for you today in case you haven't heard them yet.
L.E.R.$ - Like Me [Produced by Tony Bravoe]
L.E.R.$. - Come & Go (featuring John Legend) [Produced by THX & Mayor of L.E.R.$.]
Make sure to add L.E.R.$. to your list of friends on Myspace. After collaborating with so many different artists, L.E.R.$'s new street album "Ben Franklin, CA" has turned into a compilation that shows Bay and Southern California unity. Mayor told us, "we're all eating, so the title fits!" Look out for appearances from The Watts Riot Bad Lucc, The Bay's Eddi Projex, San Diego's Gold Magnificent, and many more on the project when it drops.
In the meantime, stay tuned to Dubcnn for all of your music hookup needs!
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1200596475 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Regular readers over the past two years will already be familiar with Inland Empire representer Raje'. Those that checked out his 5 Albums Deep mixtape or his Independently Major project will be more than aware of this youngsters ability.
Today we are here to not only release news and exclusive music from Raje' but also to unveil a new feature on Dubcnn called Massive Thursdays that will occur weekly with Raje'
First up we would like to announce that Raje' recently signed with M-Pound/Infamous/G-Unit Records - the imprint label run by Louis "Showoff" Senegal and 40 Glocc. The deal came about when Glasses Malone introduced Raje' to Louis "Showoff" Senegal who also owns part of Blu Division.
Raje' is currently working on his first M-Pound/Infamous/G-Unit Records release "The Conversion EP," a new mixtape entitled "The Whole 9" and a second mixtape called "King MC" that will be hosted by West Coast Rap Pioneer King MC (Erotic City Rap, Rappers Rapp) - with whom he has created the King Music Group. Plus you can expect to see a Dubcnn Digital Download of a mixtape from Verbal who is signed to Raje' label entitled "Get Down Or Lay Down."
As mentioned earlier, today is the day we start Massive Thursdays on Dubcnn where each week we will mix between premiering new music - as we will today - with new tracks recorded by Raje' over Dubcnn Readers productions! This is a chance for ALL PRODUCERS to get involved and submit their beats to massivethursdays@dubcnn.com for a chance to be picked by Raje' for him to write and record a full track or freestyle to by the following Thursday! If a producer catches the ear of Raje' he or she may also stand the chance of being selected for Raje' debut M-Pound/Infamous/G-Unit Records release "The Conversion EP." Get your submissions iN!
Here we have the new music discussed earlier, two tracks, one produced by Raje' himself while the other is laced by hit-maker THX. The feature credits on these cuts include Chino XL, Cashis and Verbal.
Raje' - Runnin' Ya Mouth (Woop Woop) (Feat. Chino XL & Verbal) (Produced By Raje')
Raje' - Livin This (Feat. Cashis & Verbal) (Produced By THX)
Check out the new music and drop your feedback and ALL PRODUCERS don't forget to get involved and submit their beats to massivethursdays@dubcnn.com for a chance to be featured on Dubcnn! In the meantime you can catch Raje' on MySpace.
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Those of you that were regular readers last year may remember the name of Los Angeles based Hash. In April 2007 he released his debut album "Latinz Finest" and was also featured in our very own On The Come Up article.
Since then the half Latino, half Indian artist has been working hard off the back of his debut and has just completed his follow up release, a mixtape entitled "My Time, My Grind."
We have new audio today from the new project and also news that Hash will be releasing the mixtape via the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network for free download later this week! The release features production from THX, Statik and J Steez amonsgt others as well as appearances from VI, Hectic, Bullet and many more!
01) Bomb Drop ft. VI (Produced by THX)
02) Know What It Iz (Freestyle)
03) This Is Where Its At ft. VI (Produced by Statik)
04) How We Does ft. Hectic (Produced by J Steez)
05) One Night (Produced by Statik)
06) Buddy (Remix)
07) Dynasty ft. VI (Produced by Skitz)
08) Games Been Exposed ft. Bullet (Produced by The Innovator League)
09) Great-One-Eight ft. VI, Dynamite Jive, & Hectic (Produced by DJ Tony J)
10) Get That Money ft. Hectic (Produced by Blackjack)
11) Stronger (Remix)
12) Aint't Trying To See Me ft. VI & Hectic (Produced by THX)
13) Shake Ya Boom Boom ft. Lil' Terri (Produced by Rick J)
14) Hot Thang (Remix)
15) So Fly (Produced by Statik)
16) What The Bidness ft. VI & Hectic (Produced by Statik)
Stay locked to Dubcnn this week when you will be able to pick up your free download of this new release! Until then enjoy the new music and ensure you check out Hash's On The Come Up article as well as his MySpace page.
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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!
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1201197615 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Last week we unveiled the signing of Inland Empire representer Raje' to M-Pound/Infamous/G-Unit Records - the imprint label run by Louis "Showoff" Senegal and 40 Glocc.
To celebrate we announced the commencement of a new feature entitled Massive Thursdays that will occur weekly with Raje'. As we informed readers last week each week will mix between premiering new music with new tracks recorded by Raje' over Dubcnn Readers productions!
This feature gives ALL PRODUCERS the chance to get featured on Dubcnn by getting involved and submitting their beats to massivethursdays@dubcnn.com for a chance to be picked by Raje' for him to write and record a full track or freestyle to by the following Thursday! There is even the chance that Raje' may utilise a producer that catches his ear on his M-Pound/Infamous/G-Unit Records debut release "The Conversion EP."
Today we have the first winner that was selected from the past weeks submissions. Congratulations to Canadian based (Vancouver Island) producer Lee Wilson from Lee Wilson Productions for submitting the instrumental that Raje' has turned into the track "Bloodline" which can be downloaded below.
Raje - Bloodline (Produced By Lee Wilson)
Enjoy the new music and don't forget to check out the tracks we dropped last week that included Runnin' Ya Mouth (Woop Woop) with Chino XL and Verbal as well as Livin This featuring Cashis and Verbal produced By THX.
Finally, PRODUCERS, don't forget to get involved and submit your beats to us this week via: massivethursdays@dubcnn.com for a chance to be featured on Dubcnn! In the meantime you can catch Raje' on MySpace or download his 5 Albums Deep mixtape or his Independently Major release.
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1201282799 - January 1, 1970 By : As we reported last week, Los Angeles based Hash is back on Dubcnn to release his follow up mixtape entitled "My Time, My Grind."
Following his emergence on Dubcnn in April 2007 he released his debut album "Latinz Finest" and was also featured in our very own On The Come Up article. Since then the half Latino, half Indian artist has been working hard off the back of his debut and has decided to release his new project via the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network for free download!
The release features production from THX, Statik and J Steez amonsgt others as well as appearances from VI, Hectic, Bullet and many more. The response to the first track we released from the mixtape, Bomb Drop featuring VI and produced by THX, was well received and we are back today with the full, free download of "My Time, My Grind."
Hash - My Time, My Grind (Free Mixtape Download)
Get the mixtape for free using the link below where you will also find the full covers and tracklisting. Drop your thoughts on our forum as well as over on Hash' official MySpace page.
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After a release intensive 2006 and 2007, Los Angeles own Underground legends, Custom Made are ready to make it three strikes with the release of their long awaited second release on BabyGrande Records.
In September 2006 they released "Sidewalk Mindtalk: The Best of the Custom Made Mixtapes" shortly after signing to BabyGrande. Since then the highly anticipated album has been delayed as they awaited the now imminent release from prison of group member Six.
This allowed them time to drop two projects for download right here on dubcnn in 2007 - Street Cinema 4: Heavy Traffic and Custom Made - Truth Be Told EP with THX.
Just last month we released the first new Custom Made material of the year with group member Element's Great Expectations (Street Cinema - Volume 5) mixtape.
Today we have both the release date and title of the upcoming, long anticiapted album that will drop on Babygrande on May 27th 2008. "Original Dynasty" will feature the whole group and looks set to be one of the releases of the year. Below you can hear the first track from the project, the albums title track that is produced by Frank Dukes.
Custom Made - Original Dynasty (Produced by Frank Dukes)
As ever stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from Custom Made and the upcoming "Original Dynasty" album that hits shelves on May 27th 2008.
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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.
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1215728387 - January 1, 1970 By : 
We first introduced you to Barstow, CA, artist Clinton Wayne with his acclaimed debut album "Tsoul Ghetto", which he followed up a year later with "Regal Muzik", which was selected as one of the albums of the year 2006 by the dubcnn staff.
You might have been wondering what happened to the self acclaimed "King Of The Desert", who showed himself to be a promising young rapper with a bright future ahead of him. He's finally back with his first ever radio single, "Baby Mama".
While working on his upcoming solo album "Desert Eagle", Clinton Wayne has been doing some experimenting and came up with his new single, "Baby Mama", for which he hooked up with up and coming producer Ciscoe from Norway. Ciscoe delivers a certified West Coast banger, reminiscent of Battlecat at his best.
Listen to "Baby Mama" below:
Clinton Wayne - Baby Mama - Windows Media | Quick Time
Yes, that is Clinton Wayne singing on the track! Of course, he also drops a rap later on in the track, don't worry. The K.O.D. shows his versitality on this one, giving you a taste of what to expect from his "Desert Eagle" album. The record is set to feature production from XL Middleton, Dae One, F Major, Dr. Stank, Beatthoven, THX, Ben Franklin and many more.
Before we go, here's another recent Clinton Wayne track called "Tha Yard":
Clinton Wayne - Tha Yard
Be on the lookout for "Desert Eagle"!
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1218663176 - January 1, 1970 By : 
Westurn Union, now known as Dubb Union will be releasing their debut album on Doggy Style / Koch Records on September 2, 2008. Production on the album includes Teddy Riley, Hi-Tek, THX, Warryn "Baby Dubb" Campbell, J-Doe, and Nominz, with the majority of it being handled by Soopafly himself. Guest features include BJ The Chicago Kidd, Daz Dillinger, Kurupt, Snoop Dogg, Dion, Uncle Chucc and Traci Nelson. The official Dubb Union album cover is also as shown on the left.
Being one of the most anticipated groups to come out the west in a long time, they have crafted a quality album which all fans will enjoy. Snoop weighs in, Dubb Union has accomplished what few can do- create an incredible Album that youre gonna want to bang from top to bottom. Damani, Bad Lucc, and Soopafly have crazy chemistry! And they represent that West Coast unity that Ive been pushing hard. This is Los Angeles music at its finest- with fresh, new music for the streets, the clubs, and the ladies.
Tracklist:
01) Hata Talk
02) Welcome To The Majors!! (Feat. BJ)
03) Sign Language
04) Westurn Union!! (Feat. BJ and Daz Dillinger)
05) Dont Like You Girl (Feat. Snoop Dogg)
06) We Both Know (Feat. Dion)
07) Dippin Thru
08) Turn It Up
09) Eusi Umoja (interlude by Minister Tony Muhammad)
10) Struggle (Feat. BJ)
11) Tear It Off
12) Bacc Talk (Feat. Dion)
13) Dub You!! (Feat. Kurupt & Traci Nelson)
14) Miles Away!! (Feat. BJ)
15) Getting Mines (Feat. Uncle Chucc)
Link to download Dubb Union - House Shoe Musik Vol 1.
Also look out for the music video directed by Rik Cordero to drop real soon!
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1220197512 - January 1, 1970 By : 
A new promising street album will be dropping on the West Coast next week: Noni Spitz, an artist dubcnn readers should be familiar with by now, is introducing an artist he has been working with closely for quite some now, Geo Brown. Under the umbrella of Noni's Hood Tight label, Noni and Geo will be dropping "Heart Of The City" for free download.
You have heard them on the Tupac Assassination soundtrack that was released last year, as well as on many of the New West artists' mixtapes. Now it's time for them to showcase their talent on "Heart Of The City".
Production on the project is provided by Dae One, Dame Taylor, THX, Clinton Place, Jared Jedi Moore as well as Noni Spitz himself, to name a few. The street album/mixtape is being released with DJ Raze One.
Before the full thing drops, we have three preview tracks available for you to download, check them out below:
Noni Spitz & Geo Brown - Seek And Destroy (Prod. by Dae One)
Noni Spitz & Geo Brown - Top Ten (Prod. by Kila Krock)
Noni Spitz & Geo Brown - U Like That (Prod. by Dae One)
Be on the look out for "Heart Of The City" coming at you next week!
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1220481059 - January 1, 1970 By : As promised this weekend when we brought you three preview tracks off Noni Spitz and Geo Brown's duo street album "Heart Of The City", we're back now with the full project for free download on dubcnn.
"Heart Of The City", which is being released through Noni Spitz' Hood Tight label in conjunction with DJ Raze One, features production from Dae One, Dame Taylor, THX, Clinton Place, Jared Jedi Moore as well as Noni Spitz himself, to name a few.
To download the full "Heart Of The City" street album via the Dubcnn Digital Distrbution Network, click below:
Noni Spitz & Geo Brown - Heart Of The City (Hosted by DJ Raze One) [Free Download]
Check out Noni Spitz and Geo Brown on MySpace and expect lots of new music from Hood Tight!
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1225348800 - January 1, 1970 By : 
It's been a minute since we heard some new material from the talented Mykestro, who certified his position on the West with his "Quality Over Quantity" mixtape and claims to be the "best west of the 110".
While he has been working with his brother Battlecat on the producer's album "Turntable Journalism", he's also been busy with his own music, putting together a new mixtape called "Emotion On My Sleeve". As always, 'Stro sent the project out to dubcnn to spread it to the world, which is exactly what we're going to do right now.
"Emotion On My Sleeve" features 23 bangers from top to bottom, with production by some of the West Coast's finest, including Battlecat, Terrace Martin, THX, 1500 Or Nothin', Amplified and Dem Jointz to name a few. Guest appearances include Bad Lucc, Terrace Martin, Techniec, J. Black and Uncle Chucc.
You can download "Emotion On My Sleeve" for free via the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network. The mixtape is also available in our ever increasingly popular Embeddable Flash Audio Players - so you can stream and listen to the project wherever you are!
Mykestro - Emotion On My Sleeve (Mixtape) (Free Download)
Mykestro - Emotion On My Sleeve (Mixtape) (Streaming Audio)
Enjoy "Emotion On My Sleeve" - spread the download and streaming page links around - no direct linking - and drop your thoughts for Mykestro to read on the forums. Also, you can check out Mykestro at myspace.com/mykestro.
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