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October 2010
 Exclusive: Pr1me - Spoken Word (Ft. Majestik Legend) - By : Jose - October 31, 2010
 Coming off the release of his most recent banger with Bad Lucc "Dumbo", West Coast MC Pr1me is back to give fans a another hot track, this time teaming up with Majestik Legend to bring you "Spoken Word". Make sure you check it out and look out for him on the upcoming Blues Brotherz project with Butch Cassidy, Snoop Presents: R&B", and his upcoming mixtape "In My Pr1me" dropping November 25th right here on Dubcnn and other outlets as well.
Pr1me - Spoken Word (Featuring Majestik Legend) (Exclusive Audio)
Stay tuned for the latest on Pr1me.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Too Short & E-40 Plan Collabo Album - By : Chad - October 29, 2010
 Too Short recently spoke to PyramidWest about he and fellow Bay Area rapper E-40 planning to release a collaborative project in the coming year.
"We're both shooting for a 2011, middle-of-the-year release," Short Dog was quoted as saying.
Too Short and E-40 shared over 10 years as Jive Records labelmates, and while they had their share of collaborations, some fans always wondered why there weren’t more group efforts from the Bay Area pair. There was talk once before during their time at Jive of an album between the two tentatively-titled "The History Channel", but according to Too Short, the same label that brought them together also wanted to keep them apart.
“For years and years me and E-40 have been friends—before we both signed to Jive, during the entire time we both signed to Jive, and we still remain friends to this day,” Short said, during an interview with PyramidWest. “While we were on Jive, we always wanted to make an album together. We figured we’re on the same label, lets take it to the label and say, ‘Hey, do an E-40/Too Short album.’ But that’s not what they wanted. To this day, we still don’t know why they didn’t want us to collaborate, because if we made an album seven or eight years ago, it probably would have been probably much more significant than it would be now.”
The two have appeared on numerous tracks such as the Ant Banks-produced classics like “Rapper’s Ball,” Cali-O," & "Domestic Violence,", “Show Me What You Working Wit,” "Just Like Dope," as well as also being featured together on Ant Banks’ pair of T.W.D.Y. albums on songs like ”Pervin’” and ”Game Shooters”. And while about a dozen more collaborations have surfaced recently, including this summer’s “Bitch,” Short says there’s even more to come
“We’re defying the odds of what Hip Hop’s supposed to be,” Too Short added. “I’m personally 44, and I think I’ve got 40 by about two years. And we’ve got a hot song moving around this summer. Of course we’re still entertaining the idea of doing a project together. You’ve heard quite a few duets, and we have twice as many songs as that which you’ve never heard.”
Short explained that the currently untitled project would likely be released in 2011, after the release of his digital album, Respect The Pimpin’.
“Part of what my legacy is right now is to tear down that stereotype that Hip Hop has an age limit,” Short explained. “I’m doing it to the fullest right along with my man E-40 and a couple other OG’s out there [like] Ice Cube.”
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.......................................................................................... DUBCNN TV: Exclusive Interview with Tech N9ne (Video/Text) - By : Jose - October 29, 2010
 Hard work does pay off, just ask Tech N9ne. After a decade of nonstop touring and recording, the Kansas City MC has finally cemented his place atop hip-hop's elite with his enormous fanbase and recent collaboration interest from the most commercially viable rapper in the game, Lil' Wayne. We sat down with him at the beginning of summer as he prepared to drop yet another album, "The Gates Mixplate" and introduce a slew of artists on his roster, which has now sizably grown.
Dubcnn Exclusive Interview: Tech N9ne (Video/Text)
Be sure to also check back for more on the King of Kansas City, Tech N9ne.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Free D/L: Glasses Malone "Drive-By Muzik" Mixtape - By : Nima - October 28, 2010
 After leaking songs off the project for the last six weeks, Glasses Malone finally unleashed his latest mixtape "Drive-By Muzik" last night, which is being released online for free download. The tape is 11 tracks deep and features mostly solo G. Malone music, with a few features by The Jacka, J-Dawg, Gudda Gudda, Brisco, Ty Dolla Sign, DB The General and AJ.
We have "Drive-By Muzik" available for you to download below:
Glasses Malone - Drive-By Muzik (Free D/L)
Enjoy!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Cheech & Chong: Get It Legal Tour - By : Jose - October 28, 2010
 Live Nation in association with Guerilla Union presents Cheech & Chong: Get It Legal Tour. The dynamic duo is back! If you missed legendary comedians Cheech and Chong at the infamous Cypress Hill SmokeOut 2009 Music Festival, here’s your chance to catch the stoney pair in action! Cheech and Chong are fusing comedy and activism to GET “IT” LEGAL and are coming to a city near you! The tour is not over and several dates are coming up soon. Make sure to secure your tickets ASAP.
11/5 | Civic Auditorium | Santa Cruz, CA - Get Tickets
11/6 | Gibson Amphitheatre | Los Angeles, CA - Get Tickets
11/18 | Convention Center Ballroom | Tulsa, Ok - Get Tickets
11/19 | Verizon Wireless Theatre | Houston, TX - Get Tickets
11/20 | Majestic Theatre | San Antonio, TX - Get Tickets
For more tour info head to CheechAndChongTour.com and follow them on Twitter and Facebook.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... E-A Ski & Native Instruments Team Up For The "Maschine" - By : Chad - October 27, 2010
 Pioneering west coast producer E-A Ski is the newest spokesperson and endorser for leading music software and hardware manufacturer, Native Instruments. Introducing the new groove production studio known as the Maschine, E-A Ski and Native Instruments have teamed up to bring the latest and greatest evolution of production to music producers everywhere.
Best known for his production work with artists like Spice-1 (“Trigga Gots No Heart”, “Dumpin’Em In Ditches”), Ice Cube (“Penitentiary”), E-40 (“Quarterbackin’”), Jayo Felony (“Finna Shit On Em”), Luniz (“Playa Hata”), as well as being featured on several classic soundtracks like Friday (“Blast If I Have To”), Chis Tucker’s and Jackie Chan’s Rush Hour 2 (“Paper Trippin’” w/ Nate Dogg & WC), Mr. Ski is no slouch when it comes to bringing the best from west.
The Oakland, California producer recently sat down with Native Instruments for an in-depth interview chronicling his work with the Maschine and other topics.
E-A Ski Interview with Native Instruments
Be on the lookout for more from E-A Ski as he prepares to drop his upcoming project “The 5th Of Skithoven”, which is slated to have appearances from Ice Cube, Locksmith, Freeway, Tech9ne, B-Real and more. Never one to rest on his laurels, the hit-making producer is also readying his short-movie video, “No Problems” featuring Danny Glover, which has already won the 2010 Okanagan Film Festival Music Video Award.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more news and updates on E-A Ski!
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.......................................................................................... New Snoop Dogg Single "New Year's Eve" (Audio) - By : Nima - October 27, 2010
 We have just received the brand new Snoop Dogg single in our inbox! Off his new album, tentatively called "Doggystyle 2", the song is called "New Year's Eve" and features Marty James, who was recently also heard on Baby Bash's "Fantasy Girl" single.
No further information on the single or the album yet, check out "New Year's Eve" below:
Snoop Dogg - New Year's Eve (ft. Marty James)
PS: Track was produced by Scoop DeVille. Is it me or does the beat remind you of "I Wanna Rock"?Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Snoop Dogg & Mike Epps: "Imagine That" (CONTEST) - By : Conan - October 26, 2010
 Recently we brought you a news update on Imagine That, the exciting live show featuring stand-up from the inimitable Mike Epps, as well as live music from Tha Doggfather, Bigg Snoop Dogg. Today we're going one better, and giving away one pair of tickets to a lucky winner!
The Imagine That concert takes place on November 3rd at the Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City, CA. To get your hands on these coveted tickets, all you have to do is e-mail snoopdoggtakeover@gmail.com and tell us why YOU should win. Act quickly as a winner will be chosen by November 1st!
If you don't receive the pair, you can always purchase your tickets online through LiveNation. The remaining ones available are sure to go fast:
Purchase Tickets For Snoop Dogg & Mike Epps Present: Imagine That
The show is destined to entertain fans of the dynamic duo. In the meantime, you can catch a glimpse of both men in action by checking out this clip.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DUBCNN TV: Exclusive Interview With Fashawn (Video/Text) - By : Jose - October 26, 2010
 Heralded as part of the new wave of lyricists ready to take over the throne of great lyricists like Nas, Big Daddy Kane and Lupe Fiasco, Fashawn is continuing his success following the release of his debut album "Boy Meets World". We got to stop and talk with him on his stop during the Deal or No Deal Tour with buzzing grassroots heavyweight Wiz Khalifa.
Dubcnn Exclusive Interview: Fashawn (Video/Text)
Fashawn: Album Release Show (Video)
Be sure to also check back for more on Fashawn and be sure you grab his debut album Boy Meets World.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... D.P.G. Goes Rock? New Group "Indicah" (Video) - By : Nima - October 26, 2010
 You already know DPG Records keeps an eye open for new avenues to venture into and it looks like they have found a new project that merges Rap and Rock. I'm talking about Indicah, consisting of up and coming singer Arron Brokenshire and Daz Dillinger.
The duo has released a first single called "Alone". This might seem unconventional at first, but the feedback from even the most conservative DPG fans has been pretty positive, so I urge all of you to at least give it a chance. We just received the official video shot by Dah Dah, check it out below:
Indicah (Daz & Arron B.) - Alone (Video)
Indicah (Daz & Arron B.) - Alone (Audio)
Expect more from Arron & Daz in the near future!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Ca$his & Freekey Zekey State "U Aint Ready" (Audio) - By : Mil - October 25, 2010
 Keeping up with all the new music Shady Capo Ca$his has been releasing has been tough work. In the last few months we've features a lot of new material from him including; I Need Your Love, Feedback, On My Life, Danger, Rollin It Up & Regular, Ridin High, Space Age Pimpin, Week 11 Freestyle, The Cut, In There Eyes as well as his music video Hip Hop.
Most recently he teamed with Obie Trice & Kuniva of D12 to release The Bizness. He's back again with his production partner Rikanatti on the beat, mixed by Pete G, check out the two new tracks!
Ca$his is on a roll, already with another hot new song featuring Freekey Zekey of Dipset. Its also produced by Rikanatti and mixed by Pete G.
Ca$his - U Aint Ready (Feat. Freekey Zekey)
I can't see the Bogish Brand movement slowing down anytime soon so check back for new music soon!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DUBCNN TV: Cali Swag District Wants You to "Back It Up and Dump It" (Music Video) - By : Jose - October 25, 2010
 Creating a dance craze that has taken over the nation with the Dougie, the boys from Inglewood, Cali Swag District are trying to do it again with "Back It Up and Dump It". Watch the video below.
Cali Swag District - Back It Up and Dump It (Music Video)
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Cali Swag District.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DUBCNN TV: Young Maestro "See Me Girl" Feat. TY$ (Music Video) - By : Jose - October 25, 2010
 In a short span of a year and a half LA artist Young Maestro has gone from being a local producer to one of the industry's major producer/writers and now a solo artist. Having worked with California Swag District, The Game, Guerilla Black and many more, he's ready to stake his claim as an major solo artist. Here is the video of his latest effort "See Me Girl" featuring TY$ fresh off the hit "Toot It and Boot It" with YG.
Young Maestro - See Me Girl (Featuring TY$) (Music Video)
Stay tuned for the latest on Young Maestro and a full length feature interview with him.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Ca$his Records "The Cut" &"In There Eyes" - By : Mil - October 23, 2010
 Shady Capo Ca$his has been bombarding fans with new music weekly such as; I Need Your Love, Feedback, On My Life, Danger, Rollin It Up & Regular, Ridin High, Space Age Pimpin, Week 11 Freestyle as well as his music video Hip Hop.
Most recently he teamed with Obie Trice & Kuniva of D12 to release The Bizness. He's back again with his production partner Rikanatti on the beat, mixed by Pete G, check out the two new tracks!
Ca$his - The Cut
Ca$his - In There Eyes
Stop by the forums with feedback!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DJ Skee Presents: Rome - "I'm Just Doin' Me" Feat. Bobbie - By : Mil - October 23, 2010
 Its just a matter of days until BYI Entertainment's own R.O.M.E. drops his "No Excuses" mixtape that will be released for free download right here on Dubcnn. The DJ Skee hosted project will feature production from Tha Bizness, Cool & Dre, DJ Muggs, Josh The Goon and of course R.O.M.E. himself.
We've already provided a few tracks off the project including; Never Landing, No Days Off, For My Hometown & Shine Forever.
Today we have another brand new song. Its called "I'm Just Doin' Me" and features Bobbie. Produced by Savilion, the track is available below.
Rome - I'm Just Doin' Me (Featuring Bobbie)
"No Excuses" will be available right here on Dubcnn on October 27th and features Freddie Gibbs, Trademark The Skydiver, Mistah FAB and Curt@!n$.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DUBCNN TV: Young Keno's "Real Nigga Society" (Music Video) - By : Jose - October 22, 2010
 LA native Young Keno's grind is back in full effect. As part of Keno's joining the 319 Music camp, he has been working heavily in the studio recording his next single and several other hot tracks. He's also shot a video to his recent street single "Real Nigga Society". Make sure you check out the video below.
Young Keno - Real Nigga Society (Featuring Marleik) (Music Video)
Stay tuned for the latest on Young Keno, Cali Swag District and 319 Music.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Disko - "Welcome 2 Inglewood" (Feat. 2Eleven) - By : Mil - October 21, 2010
 During the course of the summer, rapper/producer Disko from Inglewood was continuously on Dubcnn to announce his new album called "iProduce" as well as present music from it. Already we've seen a big record leaked, Turnt Down (Feat. Cali Swag District) as the release of "iProduce" nears.
Disko's last solo project Turnt Up was released on Dubcnn for free download in Summer 2008 and featured Problem, Eastwood, 2Eleven, K-Active, Spider Loc and S-Class.
We have another new song from Disko today featuring fellow Inglewood native 2Eleven. Its called "Welcome 2 Inglewood", no confirmation as of yet whether this song will appear on the album or not, either way enjoy!
Disko - Welcome 2 Inglewood (Feat. 2Eleven)
"iProduce" will be out on November 1st via Birmingham Records.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Glasses Malone - "All I Know" (Drive By Muzik Leak) - By : Mil - October 21, 2010
Leak six from "Drive-By Muzik" is upon us, Glasses Malone returns again on schedule with another song. Already we've heard Still In The City, Respect Mah Gangsta, Son, And The Shit Goes & Emergency Room
This week the production is delivered courtesy of Ty Dolla Sign. Check out "All I Know" below!
Glasses Malone - All I Know
Stay tuned for next weeks leak!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Michael Barber ft. B. Stille (Nappy Roots) - "Shotguns & Canned Goods" - By : Chad - October 20, 2010
 Bubbling rap artist, Michael "Determined" Barber, is back on Dubcnn debuting a new track called "Shotguns & Canned Goods".
The new track features B. Stille of the Grammy-nominated group, Nappy Roots.
Michael Barber - Shotguns & Canned Goods ft. B. Stille (Nappy Roots)
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more from Michael “Determined” Barber!
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.......................................................................................... Locksmith Ft. Crooked I - Grey Area (Produced By: E-A Ski) - By : Chad - October 20, 2010
 The homie E-A Ski just sent over this brand-new track by the Bay Area's Locksmith, featuring Slaughterhouse/Shady Records emcee Crooked I called “Grey Area”.
Locksmith continues to show why he's one of the top lyricists and MC's coming up from the West Coast, especially when his voice is combined with the fierce production by veteran and OG producer E-A Ski.
Locksmith - Grey Area ft. Crooked I (Prod. E-A Ski) (audio)
Look out for more Locksmith soon, including his appearance on Ski's award winning mini movie "No Problems" coming soon, starring E-A Ski, Danny Glover, Locksmith and Eastwood.
Keep it locked to Dubcnn for more news & updates on Locksmith & E-A Ski!
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.......................................................................................... Crooked I's "Hip-Hop Weekly Reloaded" - Week Eleven - By : Rud - October 20, 2010
 The weeks are flying by now and we are back with Week 11 of the Crooked I Hip Hop Weekly Reloaded series. The first ten installments have been Mass Appeal, Bang Yo City, Light Up, If It Ain't About Money, Talkin To Myself, Medicine Blood On The Wall, Never Been, Paradise and number ten saw him double up with Boardwalk Empire / Hello.
This week Crook doubles up again but this time not on instrumentals, but artists! Slaughterhouse group mate Joell Ortiz joins him on "Hard In The Paint" which can be heard below!
Crooked I - Hard In The Paint (Feat. Joell Ortiz)
We will soon have the Hip Hop Weekly Reloaded archive page available on Dubcnn to mirror the first Hip Hop Weekly page, keep checking back!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DUBCNN TV: Six Reasons - Do Me a Favor (Music Video) - By : Jose - October 20, 2010
 As you know DJ Skee reenters the mixtape game once again with the latest project from Watts rapper Six Reasons. Here is the first set of visuals off the tape for his track titled "Do Me a Favor".
Do Not Pass Go, Do Not Collect $200 contains production from Deep Watters, Starr Lab and boasts 15 tracks of gritty California street music. The project will be available October 20th on www.djskee.com, www.teruo.com and of course Dubcnn.
Watch Six Reasons "Do Me a Favor" (Music Video)
For more information and the latest news on Six Reasons, Deep Watters and DJ Skee you can always trust Dubcnn.
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.......................................................................................... Mykestro - "Set Precedent" Feat. Kendrick Lamar - By : Mil - October 19, 2010
 When you think of West Coast lyricists, Mykestro is on the forefront. Having burst on the scene a few years ago he has continued to blow the imagination of listeners with his inventive writing abilities. In 2008 he released Emotion On My Sleeve, he followed that up in 2009 with, Adversity & Ambiance.
It's 2010 and he has plans to release his LP The Barmittzpha". We have just been sent a monster record from the album, it features Kendrick Lamar and is produced by DJ Battlecat. With a line up like that, there is no need to delay you any longer in hearing it!
Mykestro - Set Precedent (Featuring Kendrick Lamar)
As ever stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from Mykestro.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Daz Album "Matter Of Days" (Audio/Tracklist) - By : Nima - October 18, 2010
 You already know Daz Dillinger doesn't wait too long in between albums! After his last solo album "Public Enemiez" dropped last year, this year saw the release of two Dogg Pound albums ("That Was Then, This Is Now" and "100 Wayz"). We have just gotten word that he is planning to drop a brand new album in November, titled "Matter Of Dayz". He sent us a first exclusive preview of the album, in form of the first single called "I'm Hard". Check it out below:
Daz Dillinger - I'm Hard
Look out for the video to "I'm Hard" to drop soon. The project will also feature a 30-minute DVD with exclusive material.
We have the official tracklisting for you to check out below:
1. Gott Damn!!!
2. I'm Hard
3. Niggaz Knooo
4. Matter Of Dayz (Ft. Kurupt)
5. X'sposed 2 Tha Game (Ft. Dolla Boy from Playaz Circle & Kurupt)
6. We Don't Die We Multiply (Ft. Goldie Loc)
7. Pussy Azz Nigga
8. In Tha Caddilac (Ft. Snoop Dogg & Hustle Boyz)
9. Freeze
10. Keep It Gangsta
 In related news, DPG Records and Skinnyz Sag Low just released a brand new video for DPG recording artist Pilot, the 15-year old Long Beach rapper who dubcnn recently introduced to you. Incase you missed that, use the search function to your right and read up on the kid. Check out his new video "Doin' Me" below:
Pilot - Doin' Me (Video)
Check out DazDillinger.net and DPGRecordz.com.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... "Imagine That" With Snoop & Mike Epps On November 3rd - By : Conan - October 18, 2010
While West Coast Hip-Hop heads await further information on the forthcoming Doggystyle 2: The Doggumentary, Bigg Snoop Dogg is keeping busy with a string of US tour dates. Notably, he will once again be taking to the stage with comic sensation Mike Epps for another of their popular Imagine That shows. As always, Imagine That promises an eclectic mix of Snoop's signature tracks and Mike's quickfire comedy.
The next Imagine That concert takes place on November 3rd at the Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City, CA. You can currently purchase your tickets via the link below:
Purchase Tickets For Snoop Dogg & Mike Epps Present: Imagine That
The show is sure to please fans of both Snoop and Mike, and you can catch a glimpse of the famed duo in action by checking out this clip.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Snoop Dogg Joins Dollphace On "Lets Go To Vegas" - By : Rud - October 18, 2010
 Dollphace is a name that may be familiar to some readers already, to those who arent yet aware you are about to be brought fully up to speed! The female pop artist from Los Angeles is an independent artist signed to her own company, True Vision Media Group and has already dropped a single this year with E-40 called "Damn Right" which can be download on iTunes.
Today we have been given her latest single, the Snoop Dogg featured remix called "Let's Go To Vegas" for you to check out, stream and download. This single is burning up radio across the US right now and has the potential to be a huge global hit. Similar in style to his worldwide hit collabroation "California Girls" with Katy Perry Snoop Dogg lends his vocals to this sure fire radio, club, tv friendly record. Check the audio below and click here to see the single cover.
Dollphace - Lets Go To Vegas (Remix) (Feat. Snoop Dogg)
Keep locked to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from Dollphace and her debut album.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Mark Morrison Adds Black Rob & Keith Murray To Single - By : Rud - October 18, 2010
 Back in June we brought you two news songs from British R&B singer Mark Morrison's upcoming solo album "I Am What I Am". The first was B'Day, featuring Warren G followed soon after by Father Forgive Them alongside Crooked I and Beanie Man.
Since then Mark Morrison has been quiet and news on the album scarce however we now have the new and final mix of the official single which is starting to get airplay that will appear on "I Am What I Am" which is due out now in early 2011.
"Father Forgive Them" now sees Mark Morrison, Crooked I and Beanie Man joined by Keith Murray and Black Rob. The new version can be listened to below.
Mark Morrison - Father Forgive Them (Feat. Beanie Man, Black Rob, Keith Murray & Crooked I)
Stay tuned to more news and audio from the "I Am What I Am" release.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Topic & Glasses Malone Collaborate To Talk "New West" - By : Rud - October 18, 2010
 As promised over the last two months Topic is back on the grind and dropping new music. Last month he delivered The Appetizer mixtape for free download right here on Dubcnn and we told you that his long overdue "American Hustler 2.0" mixtape was still coming up later this year.
Today we have news that the release, the long awaited follow up to his first tape American Hustler and his debut The Coast Guard project, is due for release on Dubcnn next month and today we have been given the exclusive first drop of the single "New West" featuring Glasses Malone.
Topic - New West (Feat. Glasses Malone)
Stay tuned for "American Hustler 2.0" right here on Dubcnn in November and the long awaited exclusive interview with Topic. In the meantime check his official website.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Sly Boogy - "Fuck You Dummy (Don't Ask Me For Shit)" - By : Mil - October 17, 2010
 Its been a couple months since we featured a new Sly Boogy track, A Lady Named Success being the latest. The man from the I.E just sent us a new track which is sure to make a few people mad!
Those that have been keeping up with Sly on twitter, will have noticed him going in on the 'dummies' as of late. Now he has recorded a new song to address those 'dummies'. This is one track that im sure a lot of artists will connect with in particular!
Sly Boogy - Fuck You Dummy (Don't Ask Me For Shit)
Be sure to drop by the forums and leave your thoughts.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Dubcnn Reports Live from Smokeout Today (Live) - By : Jose - October 16, 2010
 As you all know today is the Guerilla Union: Smokeout Festival, featuring artists such as Incubus, Cypress Hill, Nas & Damian Marley, MGMT, DeadMau5 and many more, Dubcnn will be reporting live and uploading photos and reports from the event to our facebook page. If you are there be sure to hit us up on our page.
Congratulations to our prize package winner Steve Gornic of Los Angeles, CA.
For more information on the 2010 Smokeout Festival Visit Guerilla Union or Smokeout Festival.
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.......................................................................................... Crooked I's "Hip-Hop Weekly Reloaded" - Week Ten - By : Rud - October 16, 2010
Yessir, double digit Hip-Hop Weekly Reloaded tracks are here already! Its now week 10 since Crooked I brought back his acclaimed series and he keeps dropping gem after gem. Once again a recap over Weeks 1-9 with tracks including Mass Appeal, Bang Yo City, Light Up, If It Ain't About Money, Talkin To Myself, Medicine Blood On The Wall, Never Been and last week's Paradise record.
This week Crook drops number ten and celebrates double digits with double instrumentals.
First up you can hear him spit over the theme song for HBO's new show "Boardwalk Empire" before he delivers a few bars over the Ice Cube / N.W.A. reunion record "Hello" from the "Peace Disc."
Crooked I - Boardwalk Empire / Hello
We will soon have the Hip Hop Weekly Reloaded archive page available on Dubcnn to mirror the first Hip Hop Weekly page, keep checking back!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... R.O.M.E. & DJ Skee "Shine Forever" On New Mixtape - By : Rud - October 16, 2010
Last week BYI Entertainment's own R.O.M.E. dropped the first official single from his "No Excuses" mixtape that will be released for free download later this month. The DJ Skee hosted project will feature production from Tha Bizness, Cool & Dre, DJ Muggs, Josh The Goon and of course R.O.M.E. himself.
We'd already given you tracks including Never Landing and the Marquez produced No Days Off before we released the single For My Hometown last week and today we have been sent another new track called "Shine Forever" which is produced again by Marquez.
Rome - Shine Forever
"No Excuses" will be available right here on Dubcnn on October 27th and features Freddie Gibbs, Trademark The Skydiver, Mistah FAB and Curt@!n$.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Flo Rida Single "Turn Around (5 4 3 2 1)" - By : Mil - October 16, 2010
 Following the success of his street single Why You Up In Here (Feat. Ludacris, Gucci Mane & Get Fresh), Poe Boy Music Group artist Flo Rida follows it up with his brand new single "Turn Around (5 4 3 2 1)".
This new single is from his upcoming album "The Only 1" dropping November 30th. Check out the single below and be sure to stay tuned as we will bring you more news on the album as we get closer to the release date!
Flo Rida - Turn Around (5 4 3 2 1)
Keep up with Flo Rida on Twitter!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DUBCNN TV: Exclusive Interview with Laws (Video/Text) - By : Jose - October 15, 2010
 Who's been working with 9th Wonder, DJ Khalil, Pete Rock, and is in the studio regularly with acclaimed production team J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League? It's not Eminem, Rick Ross or any other platinum selling rapper that's able to be in such exclusive company. It's Laws. Hailing from Orlando, Florida, the MC earned his stripes on the Florida battle scene and caught the attention of highly awarded production team J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League who quickly signed him.
Below watch and read the interview with this rapper who's building a big buzz and gaining support from some of the biggest names in the industry.
DubcnnTV: Exclusive Interview with Laws (Video/Text)
Stay tuned for more on Laws.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Roccett - "Grindin All Night" (Feat. Rick Ross & Bun B) - By : Mil - October 15, 2010
 It was almost a year ago when Roccett & DJ Drama released The Free Agent mixtape, which to this day is still in my rotation! Now Roccett is gearing up to drop his next project, "Americas Nightmare".
We have the new single from the project available for stream and/or download. Its called "Grindin All Night" and features heavy hitters Rick Ross & Bun B! This is a sign of big things to come from Roccett so stay tuned!
Roccett - Grindin All Night (Feat. Rick Ross & Bun B)
Be sure to check out Roccett on his website iamRoccett.com.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Glasses Malone - "Emergency Room" - By : Mil - October 15, 2010
Back again with this weeks fix of "Drive-By Muzik", Glasses Malone returns again with yet another banger. Already we've heard Still In The City, Respect Mah Gangsta, Son & And The Shit Goes.
This week Malone brings you "Emergency Room" which is produced by Finatik n Zak.
Glasses Malone - Emergency Room
Stay tuned for next weeks leak!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... MC Hammer Awarded World Wide Humanitarian Award - By : Chad - October 15, 2010
 Allhiphop.com is reporting that Oakland, California rap star MC Hammer will be honored with the World Wide Humanitarian Award during the Kick-A-Thon, which will benefit a local family who lost their father to cancer and now may lose their home.
MC Hammer’s appearance is help raise the profile of the fundraising event for the Platt family, who may lose their house after Florence's 38-year-old husband John died on September 15th from cancer.
In order to raise money for Florence and her two children, Ryen and Kayla, ten bay area Taekwondo schools and the Mountain View Christian Center will host the Kick-A-Thon.
On October 16th, students from each school will throw as many kicks as possible in a two-minute period, with financial donors making a financial donation based on that amount.
The event was puled together by Master Johnny Kang of Kang's Taekwondo Academy.
“I have kids of my own and can only imagine what the Platt's are going through right now,” said Master Kang. “I’m pleased this event will help them on a financial level. But I’m just as pleased so many kids, families and individuals can come together, compassionately and generously, in support of our fellow man. It’s a profound lesson for the kids and an extraordinary act of love.”
The Kick-A-Thon For Humanity will be held on October 16th at the Mountain View Christian Center at 5000 Amaryllis St., in Oakley, California, starting at 10:00 AM.
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.......................................................................................... Tha Chill & MC Ren "Have Dat Money Rite" BTS (Video) - By : Chad - October 13, 2010
 Here is some behind the scenes footage from the recently shot video to Tha Chill’s single “Have Dat Money Rite”. Featuring former NWA member MC Ren, “Have Dat Money Rite” is the lead-single off of the recently released Chillafornia EP, which boasts guest appearances from a slew of the west coast’s finest including MC Eiht, Sir Jinx, Fab Five Freddy and more.
Tha Chill & MC Ren - Have Dat Money Rite (BTS)
Be on the lookout for the upcoming official music video to “Have Dat Money Rite” from the Chillafornia EP!
Also, Be sure to purchase your copy of the Chillafornia EP on iTunes, Amazon and other online retailers today!
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.......................................................................................... Ras Kass Signs To 40 Glocc's Zoo Life Imprint - By : Rud - October 13, 2010
 Big Bad 40 aka 40 Glocc has had a busy 2010 already having featured on Dubcnn countless times including an Interview in July and tracks Welcome To California Remix featuring E-40, Snoop Dogg, Too Short, Xzibit & Seven which was produced By Darren Vegas as well as the Ray J featured Damn.
The relentless hustle has not just been in the streets and the studio but interestingly enough it has centred in office buildings.
As President of his own record label Zoo Life, who reside under the Fontana/Universal umbrella, the entrepreneur has shifted gears quite a bit. "When you deal with corporate America, no one has time for excuses and you are held accountable for every little thing, that’s gangsta to me. It’s a say what you mean and mean what you say kind of business. Me building my own label has forced me to move forward in some areas that I can honestly say work for my own benefit. I’m about getting this money every way possible, feel me," explains 40.
 That work has resulted in the news that one of the West Coasts most prized rap possessions, Ras Kass has signed with the Zoo Life imprint.
Two weeks ago, Complex magazine reported Ice Cube’s Top 10 West Coast MC’s and sure enough, new Zoo Life member, Ras Kass was in the line up. "I’ve always been a fan of Ras Kass plus he’s my homey. With me gaining the opportunity to have a real label with distribution I automatically want artists with good music to come eat with me," says 40 Glocc.
The music as well as the recent signing, coupled with a whistle stop tour of Canada over the next 3 nights aims to solidify Zoo Life for the coming months.
October 13, 2010: Mojo’s, Whistler, Canada
October 14, 2010: Bar None, Vancover, Canada
October 15, 2010: Empire, Edmonton, Canada
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on 40 Glocc, Zoo Life and Ras Kass.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Legendary Rodger Clayton (Uncle Jamm's Army) Passes Away - By : Chad - October 12, 2010
 On October 10, 2010 west coast Hip-Hop lost another legend when Rodger Clayton, co-founder of LA's legendary Uncle Jamm's Army, passed away following a heart attack. Along with Gid Martin, Clayton (aka Mr Prinze) took Uncle Jamm's Army (an extended collective of LA promoters, DJs, producers & emcees,) to wide fame when, back in the early 80's, they would stage huge DJ parties at places like the Los Angeles Sports Arena where they would pack in five to ten thousand people. During the 1980's Clayton and the Army reigned supreme on the West Coast and beyond playing hip-hop, but specializing in electro-hop, a direct descendent of New York's electro old school hip-hop (a la Afrika Bambaataa).
Officially active during the years 1984 to 1988 the nexus of the group dated back to the late seventies when Clayton and Martin initially formed Unique Dream Entertainment. That was 1978. Five years later the Clayton led group had morphed into the regionally popular Uncle Jamm's Army with the music mastermind wisely enlisting many talented up-and-coming hip-hop emcees and DJs to flesh out the ranks and ensure popularity with a growing audience for hip-hop. This extended lineup featured such notable members as the pre- gangsta rap Ice-T, his DJ partner Chris "The Glove" Taylor, the Egyptian Lover, the Unknown DJ, and many later LA rap luminaries including DJ Pooh and DJ Battlecat.
Big fans of funkateer George Clinton, the name Clayton and company chose was a direct nod to Funkadelic's 1979 album Uncle Jam Wants You. And like the typically flamboyant Clinton led P-Funk ensembles, known for their wild onstage attire, Uncle Jamm's Army would also wear costumes onstage although usually not as brightly colorful, favoring green army fatigues. Tapping into Clayton's promotional skills, wisely bringing name rap acts out from New York like Kurtis Blow, Run DMC and Whodini, the Uncle Jamm's Army parties became a phenomenon attracting thousands of people to large auditorium and stadium scale venues like the L.A. Sports Arena in their own area and the Richmond Auditorium up north in the Bay Area. Luckily I caught one of their gigs there, circa when the crew's Egyptain Lover's "My Beat Goes Boom"/"What Is a DJ if he can't scratch" was a big hit. In the early days their LA parties were typically roller skate events, sponsored in part by stations KGFJ and KDAY, where the DJs would spin funk records like Zapp's "Doo Wa Ditty." By a certain stage Uncle Jamm's Army's name alone was enough of a draw. Of course having their own records out which were radio hits only helped increase these crowds.
Via their own Freak Beat record label Uncle Jamm's Army released a series of singles beginning with 1984's "Dial-A-Freak," which personified their Cali development of the electronic hip-hop sound that originated in New York. That record was basically a Clayton/Egyptian Lover production collaboration with Clayton doing much of the beats and the Egyptian Lover, while sharing some of the beats production, handling all the mic duties in a unique style that he would continue after going solo shortly thereafter: a sing-songy rap style that mined Prince's sexually fueled freaky banter and also lyrically referenced Egypt and the Pharaohs.
LA community activist and longtime hip-hop community member General Jeff, who was a member of Uncle Jamm's Army credits the man with being, "responsible for various radio station mix shows which featured rap music on KGFJ, KACE, KJLH and of course paved the way for now legendary KDAY." He says that Clayton was also the first to go from record promoter to recording artist & producer and that he "never got the true recognition he deserved."
Rest in peace Rodger Clayton and thank you!
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.......................................................................................... Tha Chill (CMW) Releases Chillafornia Digital EP Today - By : Chad - October 12, 2010
 West Coast legend and Compton’s Most Wanted producer Tha Chill drops the digitally-released Chillafornia Street EP today. Available on all digital download spots worldwide like iTunes and Amazon, the EP features appearances from Fab Five Freddy, MC Eiht, Sir Jinx, MC Ren, OG Daddy V, Wanted Gang and others, setting up the prelude to the upcoming “Chillafornia” full-length album.
Tha Chill has been building his buzz during the last year with fellow west coast vets, by crafting a half-dozen tracks for MC Ren’s Renincarnated, as well as the whole forthcoming new Above The Law album, Reloaded, Kokane’s Gimme All Mine, and overseeing the production for the Kurupt-led group project G-Hood. The Compton’s Most Wanted producer has quietly become the go-to-guy for Cali’s finest in search of heat.
Led by the "Have Dat Money Rite" single, featuring former NWA member MC Ren, Chillafornia will boast guest appearances from a slew of the west coast’s finest including King T, Above The Law, Yukmouth, MC Eiht, Lil’ ½ Dead, Sir Jinx, Battlecat and more. EP and lead-singlr artwork was designed & crafted by Urbanista Graphix.
Be on the lookout for upcoming music video to “Have Dat Money Rite” which features MC Ren and is the lead-single.
Tha Chill – Chillafornia Street EP Tracklisting:
1. Reintroduction (ft. Fab Five Freddy & MC Eiht)
2. Let’s Go (Ft. Big Rocc, Sir Jinx, Kill Att Will)
3. Whimps On The Trac (ft. OG Daddy V)
4. Have Dat Money Rite (Ft. MC Ren of NWA & Bokie Loc)
5. West (ft. Deadly Threat)
6. Chillafornia Interlude
7. Forever Live (ft. Wanted Gang & Bokie Loc)
Be sure to purchase your copy of the Chillafornia EP on iTunes, Amazon and other online retailers today!
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.......................................................................................... Upcoming: Six Reason and DJ Skee Collaborate for Do Not Pass Go, Do Not Collect $200 (Mixtape) - By : Jose - October 12, 2010
DJ Skee reenters the mixtape game once again with the latest project from Watts rapper Six Reasons.
Do Not Pass Go, Do Not Collect $200 contains production from Deep Watters, Starr Lab and boasts 15 tracks of gritty California street music. The project will be available October 20th on www.djskee.com, www.teruo.com and of course Dubcnn.
Six Reasons explains that the project and its title is an embodiment of his way of life, “So the album is appropriately titled Do Not Pass Go, Do Not Collect $200 - I’m either making it or going directly to jail and not passing go.”
For more information and the latest news on Six Reasons, Deep Watters and DJ Skee you can always trust Dubcnn.
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.......................................................................................... Mac Lucci of The Hustle Boyz says "Shoot Yo Self" (Video) - By : Conan - October 11, 2010
 We're back today with a new video from Mac Lucci of The Hustle Boyz. The visual is for the explosive track "Shoot Yo Self, off of Lucci's forthcoming mixtape with DUBCNN regular DJ Age. Check it out via the link below:
Mac Lucci of The Hustle Boyz - Shoot Yo Self (Video)
In related news, The Hustle Boyz have a new EP scheduled for release soon, produced entirely by the hugely talented Nottz. The EP will drop on Gangsta Grooves Distribution from Bigg Snoop Dogg. Stay tuned to DUBCNN for all the latest news on The Hustle Boyz.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Audio & Video Catch-up - By : LilJay - October 11, 2010
 Here's a pile of audio and video that was supposed to go up in the past week (and beyond), but slipped through the cracks. But all of it is worth to at least give it the late treatment.
 No One (Dae One & Noni Spitz) have just dropped a 7-track EP called "Clearance (Substance Abuse)" in prepartion of their upcoming album "The Substance", due out in November. This is a free project and it's giving you a treat for having to wait for the album being pushed back. Now here are a few exclusive songs and remixes that you wont find anywhere else from the duo.
No One - Clearance (Substance Abuse) EP (Free Download)
 Terrace Martin released yet another video off his super dope & free project "Here, My Dear". And for one of my favorite songs, may I add: They picked "The Makings of You" for the next visual, and, as you should already know, it features Kurupt and Overdoz. Once again directed by Calmatic.
Terrace Martin Feat. Kurupt & Overdoz - The Makings of You (Video)
Also, be sure to watch the exclusive Dubcnn interview with Terrace Martin if you missed it.
 Fresh off of the "Freedom Express Line Tour" with musical partner Jansport J and Sony/XOXO Records artist Cymarshall Law, Hawdwerk releases the debut video off of his mixtape "Off The Clock". The visual is for the track called "You So Craaazy" featuring Curtiss King and Noa James. Directed by Danlen for HeavenHell Entertainment.
Hawdwerk - You So Craaazy Feat. Curtiss King & Noa James (Video)
Dowload the "Off The Clock" mixtape on Hawdwerk's Bandcamp page. His debut solo album "The Graveyard Shift" will be released by Cov Original Music later this quarter.
 Hot off the heels of his free project "Rocky Maivia", Moe Green has just released a new video for the song "Iced Out Lifestyle," produced by Indecent The Slapmaster. This video is the first to come out from the Vallejo's forthcoming free, seven song EP collaboration with OnSmash.com, set for a November release.
Moe Green - Iced Out Lifestyle (Video)
 About a year after dropping their slept-on album "Uzi Does It", the West Coast collective Get Busy Committee have released a remix of their single "Dancin' On Ya Grave". Group members Ryu (Styles of Beyond), Apathy (Demigodz, Army of the Pharaohs) and Scoop Deville are joined by heavyweights Murs, Xzibit and Pull Wall.
Dope track, but what are other choice do you have if the line-up alone makes it worth checking out?
Get Busy Committee Feat. Murs, Xzibit & Paul Wall - Dancin' On Ya Grave (Remix) (Audio)
For more info on the group, check out the video interview we conducted with them around the time their album came out.
 LIV of L.A.U.S.D. released a video for "Bounce Back", a song featured on his debut album "LIV Pronounced L4". This is the first visual off the project, which came out in July for free download. "Bounce Back" features fellow member of the L.A.U.S.D. production team, Polyester, and vocalist Felisa Mirasol. Directed by LIV and Direct. Video spotted at 2DBz.
LIV Feat. Polyester & Felisa Mirasol - Bounce Back (Video)
Visit LIV's Bandcamp page to download the entire project for free.
 Bay Area producer/rapper Droop-E has recently partnered up with clothing lines BLVCK SCVLE and Diamond Supply Co. for the release of his highly anticipated mixtape titled "BLVCK Diamond Life". This body of work demonstrates his natural talent for rapping and producing by blending the laid-back, smooth tones of Sade with Hip-Hop – and he's showcasing the Bay from a different perspective. Features include his pops E-40, Ya Boy, J. Valentine, Matt Blaque, Laroo, amongst others.
Well put together project which gets the thumbs up, (nothing else would have been accepted when coming up with a concept involving Sade's name).
Droop-E - BLVCK Diamond Life (Free Mixtape Download) Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Ivan Ives Wants You To Follow His "Ups & Downs" - By : Mil - October 11, 2010
 Originally from Russia, now Los Angeles based artist Ivan Ives who is known for his work with 2mex, Bizzare, Black Milk, Pharcyde, Cappadona, etc has announced he will be releasing a new single every month. Released under the imprint of his own label No Threshold Records, each monthly single will be accompanied with a music video.
The first of which is a new single "Up & Down" with the corresponding 'Choose Your Own Adventure' themed music video. Probably the first of its kind, this music video allows viewers interactive control as they determine the direction and outcome of the video.
Ivan Ives - Up & Down (Choose Your Own Adventure).
This new and exciting vision is presented by one of the brightest young directors around, Jose HG. Readers may be familiar with some of his previous directorial work including Young Keno's Tattoos & Jewelry Remix (Feat. TK, Ya Boy & Tyga). Be sure to keep up with Jose HG and his innovative projects on his website www.josehg.com.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... E-40 Plans Another "Revenue Retrievin'" Double Album - By : Chad - October 11, 2010
E-40 released Revenue Retrievin': Day Shift and Revenue Retrievin': Night Shift on March 30 of this year. The Click co-founder's twelfth and thirteenth albums respectively both cracked the Top 200 of the charts, while the Sick Wid It Records CEO now aligned with EMI distribution after previous deals with Warner Brothers and Jive.
It has now been announced that the revenue will continue to be retrieved. On February 8, 2010, the Vallejo, California emcee is expected to release Revenue Retrievin': Overtime Shift and Revenue Retrievin': Graveyard Shift. This will pull the Bay Area icon into his fifteenth solo album in a career that's prompted hits such as "Sprinkle Me”,"Captain Save A Hoe" and 2006's Keak da Sneak-assisted "Tell Me When To Go”.
Stay tuned to dubcnn for more information on E-40!
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.......................................................................................... R.O.M.E. & DJ Skee Release "For My Hometown" Single - By : Rud - October 11, 2010
BYI Entertainment's own R.O.M.E. announced the upcoming release of his long awaited follow up to his debut release My Demo on Dubcnn earlier this year. The "No Excuses" mixtape is to be hosted once again by DJ Skee and will feature production from Tha Bizness, Cool & Dre, DJ Muggs, Josh The Goon and of course R.O.M.E. himself.
We've already given you tracks including Never Landing and the Marquez produced No Days Off but today we have the official single from the mixtape entitled "For My Hometown."
The new single, which will have its accompanying video available later this week, can be downloaded and streamed below.
Rome - For My Hometown
"No Excuses" will be available right here on Dubcnn on October 27th and is set to feature Freddie Gibbs, Trademark The Skydiver, Mistah FAB and Curt@!n$.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Ca$his, Obie Trice & Kuniva Are Giving You "The Bizness" - By : Mil - October 11, 2010
Shady Capo Ca$his has been bombarding fans with new music weekly such as; I Need Your Love, Feedback, On My Life, Danger, Rollin It Up & Regular, Ridin High, Space Age Pimpin, Week 11 Freestyle as well as his music video Hip Hop.
We have a brand new track from Ca$his that has just leaked. It features Obie Trice & Kuniva of D12. The shady connection is in full effect, Rikanatti on the beat and Pete G mixed the record. Check it out!
Ca$his - The Bizness (Featuring Obie Trice & Kuniva)
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.......................................................................................... Dubcnn Presents Allyawan! - By : Yash - October 10, 2010
 I think it's about time we introduce you too Europe's most promising rapper; who goes by the name of Allyawan.
He is currently working on his debut album with a range of underground and mainstream artists from Los Angeles and New York
But until then, we will have a few exclusives right here on dubcnn from his upcoming mixtapes BluDuk Tales Volume 4 and Dj Foolish presents iChronicles Volume 1.0
We have an exclusive song available for download below:
Allyawan Project Steps Ft Prodigy.
For more info on Allyawan please visit his official website by clicking here.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Dubcnn On Facebook! Like & You Could Win! - By : Rud - October 10, 2010
Dubcnn is now available on Facebook! The social networking hub joins Twitter as part of our Social Media connectivity. The brand new Dubcnn Facebook Page is live and will be updated with the latest news, media, interviews and content that is available on Dubcnn. To access that content - which will simply appear in your news feed each time we update - simply visit the Dubcnn Facebook Page and "Like" it. You could then even make an appearance on Dubcnn itself as the plugin for the Dubcnn Facebook Page can be seen to the right of the news posts on the news homepage and it displays randomly selected fans of Dubcnn!
"Like" Dubcnn today and you will go into the draw with the first 500 people to "Like" Dubcnn for the chance to win some incredible prizes including CDs, DVDs, iTunes Vouchers, Vinyl & more!
Thanks for all your support of Dubcnn and Twitter so far, please ensure you get in supporting the Dubcnn Facebook Page as soon as possible!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Snoop & $hort Join YG For "Dolla$ign Remix" Of "Toot It..." - By : Rud - October 9, 2010
 It's been a few months since we last heard from the Compton Rapper YG who at that point had recently signed to Def Jam and linked up with DJ Ill Will & DJ Rockstar to drop his first official mixtape since the deal. The Real 4Fingaz was made available on Dubcnn and included features from Snoop Dogg, Nipsey Hussle, Charley Hood, Ty$ and more.
One track on that project was the "Toot It & Boot It" record that has been heard across radio and in clubs nationwide - and indeed worldwide according to recent reports. "Toot It & Boot It" has recently been given a "Dolla$ign Remix" and features both Snoop Dogg and Too $hort, check it out below.
YG - Toot It & Boot It (Dolla$ign Remix) (Feat. Snoop Dogg & Too $hort)
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.......................................................................................... "Coolie Say's Hes High" Released For Free Download - By : Rud - October 9, 2010
 As per the news released last month, and the nod in this week's Did I Hear That Right? Chico & Coolwadda Reform! update Coolie High is using his new imprint Cool Ppl Entertainment which sees him link with long time friend D-Tect and head of production; platinum producer Mahogany to release a plethora of projects this year.
Over the coming months you can expect to see "Westbound & Down" and the "Legalizing Business EP" but first up is a "Best Of" mixtape that features all Coolie's weed songs called "Coolie Say's Hes High."
We already gave you the lead single, Paranoid as well as the cover and tracklist last month and today we have the full mixtape for free download.
Coolie High - Coolie Say's Hes High (Free Download)
Enjoy the new release and ensure you let Coolie High know your thoughts on our forums or on Twitter. Stay tuned for more from Coolie and the Cool Ppl camp as well as the latest on the Chico & Coolwadda reunion only on Dubcnn.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Glasses Malone - "And The Shit Goes" - By : Mil - October 8, 2010
Back again with this weeks fix of "Drive-By Muzik", Glasses Malone returns again with yet another banger. Already we've heard Still In The City, Respect Mah Gangsta & Son.
This time Rockaway Productions provide the backdrop and Glasses is joined by J Dawg on "And The Shit Goes".
Glasses Malone - And The Shit Goes (Featuring J. Dawg)
Stay tuned for next weeks leak!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... JRandall - "Oo La La" (Featuring Akon) - By : Mil - October 8, 2010
 A couple of weeks ago we ran an update on Miami's Poe Boy Music Group which included audio from their artists Flo Rida, Brisco, Billy Blue & Mista Mac. However, one artist we didn't feature is highly talented singer JRandall. Today we bring you a hot new single from him which is sure to be a huge success for him.
Featuring hit maker Akon, "Oo La La" will be taking over airwaves soon. JRandall has previously enjoyed success having had a song on the "Step Up 3D" Soundtrack called "Spirit of the Radio".
JRandall - Oo La La (Featuring Akon)
You can view the video for the song on his website www.jrandalland.com.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... A Shot At Young Buck - By : Chad - October 7, 2010
 Real Talk Entertainment is a record label that has released music from some of your favorite artists and right now they are giving every reader this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for you to be heard by the masses.
Here is the deal: Real Talk Entertainment just released Young Buck’s street album “The Rehab” last month, which hit the Billboard like a bullet and ricocheted to the #6 spot on the Billboard Rap Charts.
Now you can be a part of something that could impact you and your career. If you are an aspiring producer, or even a producer with major credits, this is an open opportunity for you to produce the official remix to Young Buck’s newest single from “The Rehab” called “Ya Better Know It”, executive produced by Derrick “Sac” Johnson.
This is a chance to be heard and to quickly build your portfolio and music credit resume. Your winning song will be released by Real Talk Entertainment, the same label that has put out a diverse group of Gold and Platinum artists ranging from Freeway, Bizzy Bone, AZ, Outlawz, Lil Scrappy, Devin the Dude, Pastor Troy, 8Ball & MJG, Sheek Louch, Lil Flip, Case and many more.
To enter, email jonhay@gmail.com, of Hoopla Media Group, and you will be sent the official Young Buck “Ya Better Know It” acapella (with bpm) for you to create this track and showcase your production skills. Be sure to include “Real Talk Entertainment Contest” in the email subject line.
After you complete the song, send it to jonhay@gmail.com. We will listen to every submission that comes in. We will be accepting entries from October 7, 2010 – October 28, 2010 at midnight PST. It’s that simple.
A lot of producers are looking for that one shot and this could very well be it. If you clicked on this page, then you are at the right place at the right time. The winning producer will be handpicked from this open contest. It’s time to get discovered and be heard!
“The Rehab” by Young Buck is in all stores right now!
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more on Real Talk Entertainment, Young Buck & Hoopla Media Group!
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.......................................................................................... Dubcnn Twitter Contest: Cypress Hill Smokeout VIP Prize Pack Giveaway - By : Jose - October 7, 2010
In preparation for the upcoming Guerilla Union: Smokeout Festival, featuring artists such as Incubus, Cypress Hill, Nas & Damian Marley, MGMT, DeadMau5 and many more, Dubcnn will be giving away a pair of VIP tickets for the show to the 420th person to follow Dubcnn on twitter and also mention the topics #DUBCNN & #DUBCNNTV starting today. To win you must both follow Dubcnn on twitter and mention the two topics. Follow today and enter to win a chance to get exclusive and up close and personal access to the most blazin' show of the year. Multiple entries will automatically disqualify you.
As a winner you will receive a prize package including:
Two VIP Tickets
VIP Merchandise (including Artist Meet N Greet, Access to Viewing Area of Main Stage, 2010 Festival Shirt, Backpack, Poster, Souvenir Credential, Two Drink Tickets*, Green Carpet Entry, Access to VIP Party, Private Full Bar, and VIP Restrooms)
Round-Trip Plane Tickets*
Two Night Hotel Stay
Side Stage Access to watch your favorite artist’s performance
‘Rise Up’ Flag Autographed by Cypress Hill, Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine, and John Dolmayan of System of a Down
The Smokeout Festival will take place October 16th at the NOS Events Center in San Bernandino, CA.
For more information on the 2010 Smokeout Festival Visit Guerilla Union or Smokeout Festival.
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.......................................................................................... Crooked I's "Hip-Hop Weekly Reloaded" - Week Nine - By : Rud - October 6, 2010
You read it right, another week has passed already so Crooked I is back with the latest edition of his "Reloaded" Hip Hop Weekly series. The first two full months have seen us drop Mass Appeal, Bang Yo City, Light Up, If It Ain't About Money, Talkin To Myself, Medicine Blood On The Wall and last week's Never Been.
Few people manage to do epic twice but HHW Reloaded certianly looks to be living up to the hype once again! Today we have the 9th installment of the series and despite having flu nothing could stop Crook from getting in the booth last night and spitting over Mickey Factz track "Paradise" - check it out!
Crooked I - Paradise
We will soon have the Hip Hop Weekly Reloaded archive page available on Dubcnn to mirror the first Hip Hop Weekly page, keep checking back!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Life Ain’t Easy by Seven - By : Jonathan - October 6, 2010
 A while ago, Dubcnn put together an open contest for our community that involved producer C Major, who is known for his work with Ca$his / Shady Records. We received a huge response from all of the many entries, even more than we anticipated – and the contest was an overall tremendous success.
One of the song winners was an artist by the name of Seven who hails from the West Coast and right now his song called “Life Ain’t Easy” that won this exclusive Dubcnn contest is being played on Power 106 in LA – the top ranked Rhythmic formatted radio station in the United States. Not only is the song being played in Los Angeles – but also on other commercial and college radio stations scattered throughout the country and it is quickly gaining momentum on the airwaves. It’s a great feeling to know that if it wasn’t for Dubcnn, this song wouldn’t even exist or would it be playing on major radio today.
Seven had the following statement for Dubcnn:
"I’ve been following Dubcnn for a few years now and I like how you all keep the fans updated with all the latest news on all [the] West Coast music and its artists. On one of my many days logging on to the site, I saw Dubcnn had posted a contest for artist’s to submit a song for a chance to be produced by C Major from Shady Records. I submitted a song, and soon after I received an email, with an instrumental saying I had been chosen to participate in this contest. I knocked the song out and sent it back in for it to be judged by the staff at Dubcnn. A little while later, I received an email from Dubcnn saying I was the winner of the contest. Honestly, I couldn't believe it. I don't think I have ever won anything in my life. I thought the song was cool, but I never imagined it would win. Now a year later, we have shot a video for the song and it is currently playing on over 15 commercial, college, and internet radio stations throughout the U.S. I would like to thank everyone at Dubcnn for the support they have given me and for giving Indie Artists like myself the opportunity to get heard and to connect with a bigger audience through their website and forums. Thanks Dubcnn for making the West Coast shine once again."
Lisa Thomas from LRT Music Group (and also Seven’s manager) had the following thing to say about “Life Ain’t Easy” and how Dubcnn impacted this single:
“Seven has a lot of great music. He gave me a CD of several songs that he had just completed and, as I was listening, I heard a song called “Life Ain’t Easy.” Instantly, I knew it was a great song and I loved how the lyrics portrayed the struggles we all have and go through. I asked him about this song and he told me how the birth of this hit was through Dubcnn. So, I took it to Power 106 -- met with E-Man (program director) and Seven also went to Power 106 and he did a meet and greet with the radio stations and all the DJ’s loved it and they put it on the “New @ 2 Mixed Show” and keep playing the song as it has a large request from the audience. It is being played now with the heavy hitters, he is in good company. With Seven’s raw talent with true words and emotion, backed with C Major’s incredible beat, not too mention LRT behind him, Seven has a masterpiece and it’s all because of Dubcnn. Thank you all so very much!”
Seven has his album dropping through LRT Music Group soon and right now he has a mixtape out called “Public Enemy” by Julian Ramirez of The Cali Untouchables that features Jayo Felony, Baby Bash, C Murder, Spider Loc, L.V. (from South Central Cartel) and L.A Nash.
Here is the song again:
Seven – Life Ain’t Easy (Produced By C-Major)
Congrats to Seven, C Major, LRT Music Group for much continued success. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for information on Seven and also be on the lookout for another exclusive interview with him coming soon. With major radio play like this, life seems to finally be getting easier for Seven! Discuss This Topic
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