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November 2007
 Too $hort Wants You To "Get Off The Stage" - By : LilJay - November 30, 2007
 As the undisputed Godfather of Bay Area Hip Hop, Too $hort has earned the Hip Hop community’s undying respect and admiration. Too $hort’s legendary status is backed up by an incredible track record spans over twenty years and sixteen albums, ten of which earned gold and/or platinum status.
Now $hortdog returns with his final album on Jive Records entitled "Get Off The Stage" which is hitting stores on December 4th. The album's first single is the song called "This My One" featuring E-40. Other guest appearances come from Mistah F.A.B. & The Pack.
You can listen to "This My One" by clicking on the link below:
Too Short - This My One Feat. E-40Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Bigg Steele Is Going To "War" With Glasses Malone - By : LilJay - November 29, 2007
 Bigg Steele is gearing up to release his next street album in January called "Welcome to Baghdad", followed by the major release "Cereal & Water" in spring. The latter one has been talked about here on Dubcnn since last year, you can check out the interview we did with him a couple of months ago to get a clear vision of what "Cereal & Water" is gonna be about.
Back to "Welcome to Baghdad": To let our visitors get a taste of the street album, Steele sent us an exclusive track from the project. The Long Beach rapper teamed up with Watts' own Beach Cruiser Glasses Malone for this one and they've appropriately named it "War With No Mercy", as they're showing their grimey side over this Bigg Steele production. That's right, Steele is on the production tip too!
Download the track by hitting the link below. For more info on Bigg Steele visit his MySpace page.
Bigg Steele - War With No Mercy Feat. Glasses Malone Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... O. Brown's "New West Free Agent" Coming On Xmas - By : LilJay - November 29, 2007
 The New West Free Agent O. Brown has been on his grind for a while now, so it's only right that he's finally set to to release his long awaited mixtape hosted by DJ Warrior. Dubcnn brought you the collaboration with Jay Rock and B-Real this summer called "Peruvian Coke", also featured on "New West Free Agent". The mixtape is scheduled to drop on December 25th, but in the meantime you can check out the new video for the first single "The Sky Is Grey", directed and produced by URC.
Watch the video below and be sure to check out O. Brown's MySpace page.
O. Brown - The Sky Is Grey (YouTube Video)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Event Gallery & Video of The Pit's "Best In The West" - By : Rud - November 29, 2007
  Earlier this month, the first round of The Pit's "Best In The West Tournament" started at Rehab Records in Los Angeles. The event was a great night for the West Coast. In addition to the plethora of brand new, undiscovered talent in attendance, we also had Meech Wells, Dae One, Eastwood, and Glasses Malone on board to sit in as celebrity judges. Young Joker, Noni Spitz, Young Mack AKA Moja The Great, and Shorty were among the other artists that were there to show support as well. It was a energetic atmosphere where everyone's commitment and love for music was on full display.
 As an official sponsor of the tournament, Dubcnn was on hand to help with the festivities, and we also captured the entire night on film for you. By clicking on the link below, you'll see plenty of pictures from the night. Also included is an extensive video where you can see the aforementioned artists enjoy their night and keep you updated with their latest projects. You'll also get to see what the famous Pit battles are really like.
Dubcnn Presents The Pit Best On The West Tournament Round 1 Recap [Event Gallery]
 If you're in the Southern California area, there's no reason why you shouldn't come out to the next event and take part in the fun! Round 2 is set for this Saturday, December 1st at Rehab Records, which is located at 2324 Cotner Ave., Los Angeles, CA. Doors open at 7PM, and it costs $10 to get in.
Judges scheduled to appear at the next event include Glasses Malone, Damani, and other surprise guests! This is a great opportunity to meet your favorite artists and possibly even snag an appearance on the next Dubcnn video. For more information on the event, head over to The Pit's Myspace. For more information on The Pit in general, check out our video interview here with Stix and Nickee Gee, the founders and CEOs of The Pit.
 If you've missed out any of the great street albums the celebrity judges recently dropped on Dubcnn, here's another chance to download them for free!
Bishop Lamont & Black Milk - CALTROiT [featuring Dae One production]
Meech Wells Presents - The New West World Order [featuring Eastwood, Young Joker, Young Mack, and Shorty]
Glasses Malone & Blu Division - The Electric Chair
Taje - Hot Box 2 [feautring Dae One production]
We hope to see you all at The Pit this Saturday!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Cali Untouchable Radio - This Weeks Podcast - By : Rud - November 29, 2007
 Following the unveiling of the "Cali Untouchable Radio Show" to our Podcast Network earlier this week we are proud to present this weeks show for download today. The DJ Warrior helmed show aired on Sirius Satellite Radio (Hip-Hop Nation Channel 40) this Tuesday at 11PM Pacific Time (2AM Eastern).
The show will appear on Dubcnn every Wednesday night from next week and as always will showcase the best in new Hip-Hop music as well a mix of your favorite classics. For those of you that miss the show or wish to download the show for your Portable MP3 players you will now be able to every week courtesy of the Dubcnn Podcast Network.
This weeks two-hour podcast - originally aired on November 27 - is available via the Cali Untouchable Radio podcast page which features weekly updates with the download links and tracklistings - ensure you bookmark it to get the latest editions.
Dubcnn Presents: Cali Untouchable Radio: Podcast Download Page
Bookmark the new home of the "Cali Untouchable Radio" Radio Show Podcast today and ensure you check back everyweek if you miss or want to hear the show again that goes out every Tuesday on Sirius Satellite Radio (Hip-Hop Nation Channel 40) at 11PM Pacific Time (2AM Eastern).Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... 247Mixtapes & Dubcnn Combine For Free 3 Day Trial! - By : Rud - November 29, 2007
 Regular visitors will have noticed over the past year various advertising campaigns for the new revolutionary mixtape download company; 247Mixtapes.com. The organisation is shaking up how the industry can distribute new material online through mixtape downloading and streaming. By visiting 247Mixtapes.com you can quickly see this is one of the most professional looking and active sites out there for this service.
Members who join are currently paying the fantastic price of $7.99 a month for unlimited mixtape downloads, streams and individual songs from the mixtapes.
However we at Dubcnn have lined up another fantastic deal for all our readers. We have arranged with 247Mixtapes.com that all our visitors can get a FREE 3 Day unlimited access trial to test the service and enjoy currently over 2,700 mixtapes with between 5-25 new mixtapes being added every single day.
The service has been created to make it easy to search for and then listen to and download your favourite artists material whenever you want to. The site even features an array of support via e-mail and live support.
All you have to do to take advantage of this 247Mixtapes.com and Dubcnn special offer is to visit the 247Mixtapes.com website and register for a FREE account - it's that simple! There are no tie in's and no catches - just free quality music, around the clock.
There are currently over 2,700 mixtapes and 72,000 songs in rotation on 247Mixtapes.com. Register now for your FREE 3 day unlimited access trial and you will have unrestricted access to utilize this revolutionary service!
Dubcnn readers who left feedback from our last 247Mixtapes.com campaign with a Free trial were all impressed and many have become permanent members of the 247Mixtapes.com community. Click any of the links to sign up today!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Young De's Street Album W/ B-Real & Damizza - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 28, 2007
 Many of our readers should be familiar with the Tangled Thoughts. They dropped one of the best indie albums of the year with their mentor Kurupt, "Philly 2 Cali," and since then the trio have ventured off into solo projects. After displaying his unquestionable skills on "Philly 2 Cali," group member Young De caught the attention of many heavy hitters on the West Coast. Two of the veterans that were feeling him, B-Real of Cypress Hill and Damizza, have teamed up with De to put together a guaranteed-classic street album.
"Audio Hustlaz Volume 1" is the name of the project, and it will feature all original production from B-Real and Damizza. After hearing a few tracks being recorded in the studio, DJ Skee was immediately hooked, and he's now on board to present the album. De's longtime mentor Kurupt wanted to get involved again too, so he is going to host it! The endorsement of all these big names is a huge a testament to De's talent as an artist, so we're definitely looking forward to hearing what they've cooked up for us.
You can expect the album to drop in mid-January. As always, you'll be able to get a free copy exclusively on Dubcnn when the project drops, and in the meantime we'll keep you updated with a bunch of crazy surprises!
If you have yet to hear some of De's music, we've got two tracks for you to check out today. The first is a collaboration betwen him and B-Real called "Audio Hustler."
Young De - Audio Hustler [featuring and produced by B-Real]
The second track is De's single from the street album, and it's called "Patron." The track, produced by Damizza and "Jedi" Jared Moore, has an acquired taste to it, much like the tequila that it's named after! De said that he put the record out because he wanted to differentiate himself from the many other talented rappers around right now. The relaxed, mellow vibe of the song is truly something unique, so be sure to check it out and tell your friends about it.
Young De - Patron [Produced by Damizza and Jedi Jared Moore]
De filmed a music video for "Patron" two weeks ago in Santa Barbara, and we have exclusive behind-the-scenes footage from the shoot that we will be dropping soon. Until then, we've got some other video clips for you to check out. The first clip is an interview with DJ Skee on Skee.TV where De tells us a little bit about the project. Check it out below.
Young De on Skee TV [Youtube]
As a celebration after "Patron" was played on the radio, De drank an entire bottle of the expensive hard liquor in one sitting, and the event was captured on film. Check it out below, and look out for appearances from Damizza, Jedi Jared Moore, and Guilty as well!
Young De Drinks A Whole Bottle Of Patron [1st Time]
Since the bottle was already opened when he downed it in the first video, some people started to question if the whole segment was staged. To silence the haters, De brought the video camera back, went to the liquor store, and bought another bottle of Patron. He then opens the bottle right in front of the camera and starts to chug away. Does he finish it again this time? Find out below.
Young De Drinks A Whole Bottle Of Patron [2nd Time]
Now that you've gotten to know Young De a little better, add him as one of your friends on Myspace. "Audio Hustlaz Volume 1" is coming very soon, and Dubcnn will be here to get you ready for it.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Hi-Tek Sits Down With Dubcnn For An Interview! - By : Nima - November 28, 2007
 Dubcnn had the opportunity of speaking with one of Hip-Hop's most talented producers Hi-Tek. We discuss his upcoming trylogy finale album "Hi-Teknology 3: Underground, the reason for the swift return after the second instalment, and also get the background on some of the album tracks.
Hi-Tek talks to us about his relationship with Dr. Dre and his position within Aftermath, mentions Detox and even touches on the long awaited Reflection Eternal sequel. We also get some words on his relationship with Snoop Dogg and the Dogg Pound, who he's feeling right now and much more.
Check out all this and more in the full interview below:
Exclusive Interview With Hi-Tek (November '07)
Make sure to cop "Hi-Teknology 3: Underground" when it's in stores December 11th!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crooked I "Hip-Hop Weekly" - Vol. 35 [Audio] - By : Nima - November 28, 2007
 Back on time as usual, we're back with this week's Crooked I "Hip-Hop Weekly" freestyle! It's been 35 long weeks since Crooked I dropped his first freestyle over 50's "Straight To The Bank" beat, and throughout this time Crooked has over and over again proved how hungry he is, dropping free music for the fans to download.
For the 35th week, he selected Jay-Z's majestic beat to "Dynasty" and rips it to shreds. Download below:
Crooked I - Dynasty (Freestyle)
Next week makes it 9 months since Crooked started the Hip-Hop Weekly's, let's see what he cooks up for his fans! Check back with us next Wednesday to find out.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... French Group Collabs With The West Coast Vets - By : Yash - November 28, 2007
 French Hip-Hop has been concidered one of the best in Europe for years now but never have we seen such heavy West Coast influence on one cd. So incase this group went under your radar, Dubcnn would like too introduce you too one of the most promising groups of France.
They go by the name of Pass Pass and have recently dropped their debut album entitled "Street Bounce" which features Jayo Felony, Big Prodeje, LV and more.
DJ AK is the producer of the album, who is mostly famous for his G-Funk talk box productions on MR Capone-E and other High Power Ent albums which featured such artists as WC , Layzie Bone, and Lil Flip.
We have the following tracks from the album:
Pass Pass "Snake Charmer" feat Jayo Felony
Pass Pass "Next Generation" feat 4five
Also make sure your hit them up on their myspace page if you want to network or check out more tracks from Pass Pass.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Featuring... Eazy E - By : JustinL - November 28, 2007
 Twelve years after his death at the age of 31, the music world continues to celebrate N.W.A's hardcore rap pioneer Eazy-E. On December 4, Capitol/Priority will release Featuring... Eazy-E, a new 16-track collection of his best collaborations and rare solo recordings.
The compilation includes four previously out of print tracks, which are exclusively available on this release, and collaborations with his N.W.A co-conspirators Ice Cube, MC Ren and Dr. Dre, as well as with Mack 10, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and others.
Featuring... Eazy E
1. Luv 4 Dem Gangsta'z* Beverly Hill Cop III soundtrack
2. 2 Hard Muthas w/MC Ren
3. Trust No Bitch* w/Penthouse Player's Clique, DJ Quik & AMG
4. L.A. Is The Place w/Ron-De-Vu
5. Findum, F**kum & Flee w/N.W.A
6. Get Yo Ride On w/Mack 10 and M.C. Eiht
7. Black Nigga Killa Ruthless Records Tenth Anniversary compilation
8. We Want Eazy (12" remix)* Eazy-Duz-It
9. Foe Tha Love Of $ w/Bone Thugs-N-Harmony
10. I'd Rather F*** You N.W.A
11. 24 Hrs To Live Ruthless Records Tenth Anniversary compilation
12. Boyz In Tha Hood (G Mix) w/ Dr. Dre It's On (Dr. Dre) 187um Killa
13. Fat Girl w/Ron-De-Vu
14. Automobile w/N.W.A
15. P.S. Phuk U 2* w/Penthouse Player's Clique & DJ Quik
16. Ruthless Villain w/MC RenDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... The Best of Westside Connection, December 4th - By : JustinL - November 28, 2007
 The gangsta rap super group Westside Connection was formed in 1993 by West Coast rappers Ice Cube, WC and Mack 10. 18 of the platinum-selling group's best tracks have been collected for the first time for The Best Of Westside Connection: The Gangsta, The Killa And The Dope Dealer, to be released December 4 by Capitol/Priority.
The Best of Westside Connection: The Gangsta, The Killa, And The Dope Dealer
1. Potential Victims
2. The Gangsta, The Killa And The Dope Dealer
3. Bow Down
4. Cheddar
5. Gangsta Nation (with Nate Dogg)
6. Lights Out
7. Connected For Life (with Butch Cassidy)
8. Gangstas Make the World Go Round
9. West Up!
10. Let It Reign
11. Hoo-Bangin' (WSCG style)
12. Walk
13. So Many Rappers in Love
14. Bangin' (with Master P) [previously out-of-print track]
15. Nobody (with Timbaland)
16. All The Critics in NY
17. Westside Slaughterhouse
18. Terrorist ThreatsDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... The Best of Mack 10: Foe Life - By : JustinL - November 28, 2007
 For more than a decade, Mack 10 has been on the front lines of the West Coast rap scene, as a solo artist and as a member of the gangsta rap supergroup Westside Connection. Mack 10's top solo hits and best album cuts have been compiled for the first time in a career and label-spanning 19-track CD and digital collection to be released by Capitol/Priority on December 4: The Best Of Mack 10: Foe Life.
The Best Of Mack 10: Foe Life
1. Foe Life
2. Hate In Yo Eyes
3. Nothin' But The Cavi Hit (with Tha Dogg Pound)
4. Like This (with Nate Dogg)
5. From Tha Streetz
6. Only In California (with Ice Cube & Snoop Doggy Dogg)
7. Money's Just A Touch Away (with Gerald Levert)
8. On Them Thangs
9. Do The Damn Thing
10. Hoo Bangin'
11. The Testimony(with Young Soprano & Pastor Steven Hamilton)
12. Hustle Game
13. The Letter
14. Chicken Hawk
15. My Chucks
16. Tha Weekend (featuring Ice Cube & Techniec)
17. W/S Foe Life
18. Get Yo Ride On (featuring Eazy E & M.C. Eiht)
19. Mozi-Wozi Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Interview With Duo Live + Video - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 27, 2007
 Dubcnn linked up with NYC’s Duo Live for an exclusive interview. As pioneers of the New York mixtape game and masters of selling records independently, Duo Live have plenty of experience to share with everyone on the West Coast. We talk about the keys to success for selling albums in the streets, and the importance of mastering one’s craft before going public with their music. We also discuss the duo’s new album, “The Color Of Money,” which is in stores now. We cover their long-lasting relationship with Talib Kweli, and their experience recording the current single “Princess” with Fabolous as well. Read on to find out about all of these topics and much more.
Exclusive Interview With Duo Live [November 2007]
Drop some feedback for us on our forum, and be sure to add Duo Live as your friends on Myspace. Duo Live recently filmed the video to their single "Princess," and you can watch behind-the-scenes footage from the shoot by clicking on the link below. The song features Fabolous and the return of New Jack R&B swinger Al B.Sure!
Behind The Scenes With Duo Live, Fabolous, and Al B.Sure [Youtube]
"The Color Of Money" is in stores now, so make sure to head out to your local retailer and pick up a copy.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest exclusive interviews.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Snoop Dogg "Sexual Eruption" Behind The Scenes - By : Nima - November 27, 2007
 SkeeTV.com was live on the set of Snoop Dogg's latest video shoot to his single "Sexual Eruption" aka "Sensual Seduction", which took place last week.
In the following behind the scenes feature, you can get a good impression of what the video looks like, the whole 70's vibe and old school look, as well as an interview with Snoop by DJ Skee. Click below to watch:
Snoop Dogg - Sexual Eruption SkeeTV.com Behind The Scenes Video
Check back with us tomorrow for the premiere of the "Sexual Eruption" video!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Cali Untouchable Radio Arrives On Our Podcast Network - By : Rud - November 27, 2007
At long last Dubcnn is proud to announce the addition of "Cali Untouchable Radio" to our Podcast Network. The DJ Warrior helmed show has seen impressive growth since its inception and as such as been added to the growing Dubcnn Podcast Network.
Today we are proud to present last weeks show in build up to tonights latest show and then the subsequent podcast release. From then on the show will debut on Dubcnn every Wednesday after the edition has aired on Sirius Satellite Radio (Hip-Hop Nation Channel 40) every Tuesday night at 11PM Pacific Time (2AM Eastern).
The show, which can also be heard on Dish Network Channel 6040, sees DJ Warrior with the help of September 7th, J Rez & other guest DJ's, deliver the best in new Hip-Hop music every week. For those of you that miss it or wish to download the show for your Portable MP3 players you will now be able to every week courtesy of the Dubcnn Podcast Network.
The free two-hour podcast is available via the Cali Untouchable Radio podcast page which features weekly updates with the download links and tracklistings - ensure you bookmark it to get the latest editions.
Click the link below to view the latest Cali Untouchable Radio podcast from November 20 and ensure you check out tonights show using the details below.
Dubcnn Presents: Cali Untouchable Radio: Podcast Download Page
Bookmark the new home of the "Cali Untouchable Radio" Radio Show Podcast today and ensure you check back everyweek if you miss or want to hear the show again that goes out every Tuesday on Sirius Satellite Radio (Hip-Hop Nation Channel 40) at 11PM Pacific Time (2AM Eastern).Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Omar Cruz Moves Toward A National Spotlight - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 27, 2007
 Omar Cruz is currently hard at work putting the finishing touches on his major label debut, "The Sign Of The Cruz." During breaks from the studio, Omar is working on promoting his project, and that's what we're here to update you on today.
O. Cruz is featured in this month's "Murder Dog" magazine. We've got the entire article for you to read today, so check it out below!
Omar Cruz in "Murder Dog" Magazine (Scan)
After we were the first to break Omar's single "Hang With My Dogz" back in July, the West Coast anthem has steadily gained support from various radio outlets. This slow burn effect is coming to a boiling point this week as Omar and the B.Y.I. camp prepare to film a music video for the song. The video will be seen on every major outlet, including MTV, MTV2, MTV3, MUN2, LATV, and SITV. Everybody here at Dubcnn would like to extend our congratulations to Omar Cruz, LuLu, and everyone else at B.Y.I. for this major accomplishment! It's moves like these that will put the West Coast back in a national spotlight, and we're very happy to see B.Y.I. at the forefront of this new wave of success.
The video will be directed by Estevan Oriol, who is Mister Cartoon's partner. We have also received word that there will be plenty of surprise guest appearances in the video! Dubcnn will be in the house to take pictures during the shoot, so keep checking back for more coverage on the video.
 If you haven't heard Omar's "Hang With My Dogz" single yet, jump on board as part of the movement and download it below.
Omar Cruz - Hang With My Dogz [Produced by Javie Lopez]
To help tide fans over until the release of his album, Omar also recently recorded a freestyle that he posted on his Myspace page. We're featuring the song on Dubcnn today as well, so check it out below!
Omar Cruz - The LLA Freestyle
Make sure to add Omar Cruz as your friend on Myspace, and check his page out for more music and videos! Also stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Omar Cruz and B.Y.I.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Rap Or Die Volume 3 Mixtape [Free Download] - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 27, 2007
 DJ Ill Will, DJ Rampage, and DJ Mikiwar are back with the third installment of their "Rap Or Die" mixtape series, and Dubcnn has teamed up with them to blast the project out. This tape features a variety of new and unreleased songs, some of which will be familiar to our reader base here and our forum community. Look out for songs from Ice Cube, Jay Rock, Strong Arm Steady, Snoop Dogg, Omar Cruz, The Game, Kurupt, Bishop Lamont, and many more. The project plays like a "best-of" what's hot right now on the West Coast, so be sure to download it for free below!
DJ Ill Will, DJ Rampage, & DJ Mikiwar Present Rap Or Die Vol. 3 [Free Download]
Don't forget to add DJ Ill Will, DJ Rampage, and DJ Mikiwar as your friends on Myspace. Stop by our forum to drop some feedback for the DJs, and feel free to spreak the link around to all of your friends!
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest exclusive mixtapes.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Congratulations To Taje & DJ Warrior! - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 27, 2007
 Taje and DJ Warrior have been making major moves with their "Hot Box 2" mixtape, which we exclusively premiered for free download here on Dubcnn back in October. They are gaining national recognition in The Source and Ozone Magazine, and we've got scans of both of those articles for you today. Check them out below.
Taje in The Source (Scan)
Taje in Ozone Magazine (Scan)
Three songs from "Hot Box 2" have been getting play on Sirus Satellite Radio, and they are gaining the support of Southern California radio as well, with stations like Power 106, 99.1 in the I.E., and Q104.7 in the 805 playing the records. Everyone at Dubcnn is very excited about all of this news, and we are happy to be involved with this project.
Taje and Warrior are currently in the lab coming up with some more heat for everyone! Later in the week, we will have footage of Taje traveling around the world promoting his "Hot Box 2" mixtape. This is definitely going to be an exciting feature, so keep checking back for that!
 If you haven't listened to "Hot Box 2" yet, you're missing out on one of the best West Coast projects of the year! Download it for free right now by using the link below.
DJ Warrior Presents: Taje - Hot Box 2 [Free Download]
Make sure to add Taje, DJ Warrior, and the main producers of "Hot Box 2" - Dae One and Diverse - as your friends on Myspace.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Taje and DJ Warrior!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Eddi Projex Asks Who's "On Like Me"? - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 27, 2007
 Representing East Oakland, rapper Eddi Projex is enjoying the release of his latest album "Now Or Never," which dropped last week. After coming up under Numskull of The Luniz in the group Hittaz On The Payroll, Eddi has ventured off on his own in recent years. This latest record shows his growth and establishes himself as a force to be reckoned with in the Bay. "Now Or Never" features guest appearances from Too Short, Mistah F.A.B., Keak Da Sneak, Messy Marv, and Yukmouth. We've got the single "On Like Me" for you to listen to today. Check it out below.
Eddi Projex - On Like Me
Make sure to add Eddi Projex as your friend on Myspace. If you like what you've heard, go pick up a copy of "Now Or Never" at your local retailer. Keep checking back over the next few weeks as we bring you an exclusive interview with Eddi Projex as well.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest music drops.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Dawaun Parker Interview: Part Two - By : ConanMilne - November 26, 2007
 Last month we brought you Part One of our exclusive interview series with The Dr.'s Apprentice, Dawaun Parker. In that incredibly received feature, Dawaun discussed everything from working with Dr. Dre and Busta Rhymes, to the debut from the Hip-Hop duo he comprises with MC Tre' Guevera, The GodBody.
After keeping you in suspense long enough, we return with the hotly anticipated Part Two. In this particular feature, Dawaun goes in to detail about how he came to play keys for one of the world's most respected producers.
The GodBody member also reveals his thoughts on those who suggest Dre is "saving the best" for Detox, and hints at his role in the Doctor's rumored swan-song.
Part Two, as well as a link to check out Part One in full, can be accessed simply by clicking below:
Dawaun Parker - Part Two (Interview)
Enjoy this entry, and be on the look out for the concluding Part Three of our session with Dawaun. You can look forward to a lot of great stuff in that, as The 'Math talent opens up about working with Eminem, Stat Quo, Bishop Lamont, Raekwon, and, of course, Dr. Dre. Keep it locked to Dubcnn for the premiere!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Young Dre The Truth "Monumental Monday" - Week 2 - By : Nima - November 26, 2007
 It's monday, that means it's time for the second edition of our on-going "Monumental Monday" feature on dubcnn with Young Dre The Truth! Last week we brought you his first single "Can't Be Faded", featuring Nate Dogg & E-40, produced by J.R. Rottem, as well as Dre's first blog "Hip-Hop Needs Discipline" with the track that went along with it.
This week, The Truth followed last week's format and brings you a new blog in combination with a song, both called "I'm Going In On 'Em", where he voices his dissastisfaction with the rap game and speaks on several current issues that have had people talking both offline and online about Hip-Hop.
To read the blog and download the song, click below:
Young Dre The Truth - Monumental Monday Week 2: Blog & Audio "I'm Goin' In On 'Em
Enjoy, come leave your feedback on the forums, and come back next monday for Week 3 of "Monumental Monday"!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DJ Strong "Ps & Gs" Mixtape [Free Download] - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 26, 2007
 We're hitting you with back-to-back free mixtape downloads today! DJ Strong has put together a new mixtape called "Ps and Gs" to celebrate his forthcoming "Palm Trees and Gangstas" radio show and to kick off his new "Ps and Gs" clothing line. He decided to give this project away for free as a sampler of all the great things to come from him in the future. The mixtape features guest appearances from Strong Arm Steady, Bun-B, Paul Wall, Young Buck, Lil Eazy E, 50 Cent, Kartoon, Spider Loc, Tri-Star, Cashis, Baby Bash, Lil Rob, Young Dre The Truth, 40 Glocc, Bad Lucc, Keak Da Sneak, Roccett, and many more. Needless to say, this mixtape is a "must-download." Grab your free copy now by following the link below.
DJ Strong Presents "Ps & Gs" [Free Download]
Make sure to add DJ Strong as your friend on Myspace, and to head over to Hip-Hop West for all of your mixtape and hip-hop clothing needs. Hip-Hop West was nominated for "Best Urban Apparel Store in LA" by MyFox LA! Show your support for DJ Strong and Hip-Hop West by going here to vote and leave comments.
DJ Strong has also teamed up with Perfecto for the "Government Assistance: 1st and 15th With Perfecto" series. Until further notice, Perfecto and Strong will drop a free song right here on Dubcnn on the 1st and 15th days of the month. We're gonna put out the first track now as a warm up for the series, which will start in December. Check it out here:
Perfecto - Ooh Wee [Mixed by DJ Strong] 
Don't forget that Strong is currently working with Rud of Dubcnn on the "Strong 25" mixtape, which we announced yesterday. This one-of-a-kind contest allows up-and-coming MCs to get placed on a major mixtape with the full endorsement of Dubcnn and DJ Strong. If you think you've got what it takes to grab one of the top 25 slots, use the link below to enter the contest.
Dubcnn & DJ Strong Present: Strong 25 (Contest)
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest exclusive mixtape drops!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... September 7th Drops "Western Hospitality 3" For Free - By : Rud - November 26, 2007
 2007 has been a year that has seen the emmergence of the latest Cali Untouchable DJ to join the ranks alongside DJ Warrior. September 7th has seen the last 12 months catapult him into a DJ of choice for artists including Crooked I and Juice.
As well as those mixtapes he has been busy adding to his own "Western Hospitality" series with the second installment, which we premiered for Paid Download, and the long awaited "Western Hospitality 3" which we have for you today.
To celebrate the success of "Western Hospitality 2" September 7th has opted for a swift return to release his third mixtape in the series and to thank all fans for the support he has re-released "Western Hospitality 2" on Dubcnn for Free Download, to grab your copy of that click here.
"Western Hospitality 3" can be found via the link below and features new music as well as September 7th Megamixes and Remixes to some of the hottest new records. Artists that appear on the release include Scarface, Juice, Disko, 211, Eastwood, Tha Dogg Pound, Slo Stallone, Roccett, G. Malone, The Relativez, Mack 10, Jayo Felony, Ice Cube, Tha Wrongkind, Lil Eazy E, Kenny Kingpin, Omar Cruz, Bishop Lamont, Crooked I, Kurupt, Killah Priest, Nas, Focus, Warren G and many more.
One track that did not make the cut is a record by Ko-Kaine Shane featuring Juice entitled "Gangsta Musik" - September 7th still wanted it to be heard and has allowed Dubcnn to release the track for download below.
Ko-Kaine Shane - Gangsta Musik (Feat. Juice)
To view the full mixtape cover, tracklist and to grab your free download, follow the link below.
September 7th - Western Hospitality 3 (Free Mixtape Download)
Don't miss out on this download, add this to your music collection today - you won't be dissapointed! Check back daily for the latest Hip-Hop updates including more news and media from September 7th and the rest of the Cali Untouchables.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... T.H.O,, Jayo Felony & Baby Down Are Back At It Again! - By : Nima - November 25, 2007
 Young De, Tek Nizzle and Cas aka the Tangled Thoughts have been some of the most promising new talents in Hip-Hop this year, not only because of their album "Philly 2 Cali", but also by consistently dropping good music and networking in the industry. They're working on their new album as we speak, but also have several other proejects going on, such as Young De's solo project which he's working on with B-Real, Damizza and Kurupt. Tek Nizzle and Cas are also working on a duo album called "Tha Thought Brothas", and as we reported a few months ago Tek Nizzle, AK, Jayo Felony, 40 Glocc, Baby Down and Baby Scar formed the crew Da Bidness.
Today, we have an exlcusive new Tangled Thoughts joint for ya'll, featuring Jayo Felony and Baby Down called "Don't Come Outside", produced by Tek Nizzle. Download the song below:
Tangled Thoughts - Don't Come Outside (ft. Jayo Felony & Baby Down) (Prod. by Tek Nizzle)
The trio naturally blend their Philly style with their California swag, it really makes sense that they hooked up with Kurupt. Come drop your feedback on "Don't Come Outside" on the forums, and let T.H.O. know what you think of it. We'll be back with some new heat soon.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Attn MC's: Dubcnn & DJ Strong Present: "Strong 25" - By : Rud - November 25, 2007
Today we are proud to launch a contest for Unsigned artists across the globe. Dubcnn and DJ Strong have teamed up in conjunction with TenPals.com to give talented unsigned artists the opportunity to submit material for appraisal and consideration for the first prestigious, "Dubcnn & DJ Strong Present: Strong 25" mixtape release.
From all the entries we receive the Top 25 Unsigned MC's will be judged and selected for this compilation style mixtape to be mixed, hosted and arranged by DJ Strong.
The songs will be judged exclusively by DJ Strong and Rud of Dubcnn.com. The winning submissions will be notified by email and upon completion the release will be distributed free on Dubcnn.com, StrongHouseRecords.com, TenPals.com and an array of other online outlets that support independent music.
This is your chance to get on and get heard by millions of people. The release will also be handed out to DJ's, producers, labels, industry tastemakers and promotional companies. Not only that but all entries, even those unsuccessful, will get an email response from DJ Strong and Rud critiquing different aspects of the submitted material - that will include both the positives and negatives of your music.
The entry process could not be simpler, click the link below to read through the full Terms & Conditions of entry and follow the instructions to get your music in to us for consideration.
Dubcnn & DJ Strong Present: Strong 25 (Contest)
We urge all unsigned or independent artists to get involved in this project, the more submissions we receive the bigger we can make the finished product - you could be a few steps away from having your record mass produced and your music being heard by Hip-Hop's key people. Spread the word to fellow artists, friends and independent labels to get everyone involved.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Young Keno From Watts Links Up With Disko For Single - By : Nima - November 25, 2007
 I want to introduce you all to Watts rapper Young Keno, who's been getting spins on Power 106 with his latest single "Take A Picture (Remix)", featuring Kam and Roscoe Umali. Keno, who is one of Kam's young brothers, linked up with Inglewood producer Disko for the track. Check it out below:
Young Keno - Take A Picture (Remix) (ft. Kam & Roscoe Umali) (Prod. by Disko)
We also have another joint by Keno for ya'll, another Disko production, called "Gettin' Money", on which he hooked up with talented up and coming singer Kanary Diamonds, who's been featured on dubcnn numerous times as well. Download below:
Young Keno - Gettin' Money (ft. Kanary Diamonds) (Prod. by Disko)
Stay tuned for more news on Keno soon, as well as on Disko, who's also the man behind another joint that's been rocking the airways, namely Problem's "I'm Toe Up", which we premiered on here a few months ago. Make sure to check out Young Keno and Disko on MySpace.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... On The Come Up: Krucial Styles (w/ Cashis, Spider Loc) - By : Rud - November 25, 2007
 Inglewood California is once again the base of talent that has led us to this, our most recent "On The Come Up" feature. Born and Raised in the city, Chris Thomson aka Krucial Styles possesses talent that defies the usual MC that comes up on the Westcoast - as he puts it on his debut album "I ain't tellin' no lies / I'm a white boy with blond hair and blue eyes"
With this feature article we take a look at Krucial Styles' music, his upbringing and introduction into Hip-Hop as well as featuring exclusive new music that includes new material with Cashis, Spider Loc, Bangloose and K-Aktive as well as production from Dem Jointz.
Click the link below to learn more about Krucial Styles, hear his thoughts on the people he's been working with and also to download the new music available.
On The Come Up: Krucial Styles
Take some time to check the article and listen to the music and drop your thoughts and feedback on the forums where Krucial Styles himself will be on hand to respond to your posts. In the meantime you can check Krucial Styles out on MySpace.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Daz Dillinger Wraps Up "Make It Rain" Movie! - By : Nima - November 24, 2007
 In our last interview with him, Daz Dillinger announced that he was working on a stripper film called "Make It Rain" which he was shooting down in Atlanta. I have just recieved word that the movie is completed, they finished shooting a couple of days ago, and Daz just put up the MySpace page for the movie myspace.com/makeitrainthemovie, where you can go check out a bunch of behind the scenes videos from the shoot, pictures, as well as the single from the Soundtrack, called "What's The Deal", by DJ Funky Darryl James featuring Daz Dillinger, Pastor Troy, Shawty Redd & Kuntry Kane.
We have both the song and the video available for ya'll, click below:
DJ Funky - What's The Deal (ft. Daz Dillinger, Shawty Redd, Pastor Troy & Kuntry Kane (AUDIO)
DJ Funky - What's The Deal (ft. Daz Dillinger, Shawty Redd, Pastor Troy & Kuntry Kane (YouTube VIDEO)
"Make It Rain - The Movie" will be coming out on DVD next year, starring Daz Dillinger, Alfa Mega (P$C), Young Dro, Big Duke, Shawty Shawty, Poppa Snoop and many more. So if you like hood stories, big shaking asses, flying dollar bills and subbing music, be on the lookout for "Make It Rain"!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crooked I "Hip-Hop Weekly" - Vol. 34 [Audio] - By : Nima - November 24, 2007
You were probably wondering what happened to Crooked I's "Hip-Hop Weekly" freestyle this week... Well, with a little delay due to Crooked I being in New York handling some business, we can now present to you the 34th edition of Crooked's "Hip-Hop Weekly"!
For this freestyle he picked the beat to Lil Keke's current single "I'm A G" which featured Birdman. As he's proven times and times again, Crooked has no problem flowing over any kind of beat, and today he kills a banging Dirty South beat, go ahead and hear for yourself:
Crooked I - I'm A G (Freestyle)
Enjoy as always, and check back next Wednesday, as the Vol. 35 is set to come on time as usual. C.O.B.!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Music From Dopey Loco of Baby Ree - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 23, 2007
 The group Guilty is making a lot of noise out in the 805. Under the wise guidance of Damizza, the four-man coalition are currently grinding out hits for their upcoming mixtape, "No Contest." Back in September, we got the first solo single from group member Silas - "Not Me" - which blew up both on radio stations and right here on Dubcnn. Today we're back with another solo effort from the group, but this time you're going to hear from Dopey Loco.
Dopey decided to take it "straight to the club" when he crafted his single. The song, bluntly titled "Fuck Tonight," is produced by Damizza and "Jedi" Jared Moore. It's mixed by DJ Overtone, who will be hosting the "No Contest" mixtape as well. While you can definitely hear Damizza's influence in the production, it also sounds like the Baby Ree guys are working on a completely fresh sound up in Santa Barbara. Have a listen for yourself below:
Dopey Loco - Fuck Tonight [Produced by Damizza & "Jedi" Jared Moore]
Make sure to add Dopey Loco, Guilty, "Jedi" Jared Moore, and Damizza to your Myspace friends list.
The entire Baby Ree crew was present for Young De of Tangled Thoughts' "Patron" video shoot last weekend. The shoot went very well, and we will have exclusive footage of the event for you in the near future! We have also received word that Damizza's "Unreeleased" album is now set for a January 29th release date.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Dopey Loco, Guilty, and Baby Ree.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Meech Wells Continues To Make Big Moves - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 23, 2007
 It seems like we can't go more than a couple days before more good news comes from Meech Wells! The multi-talented producer just released his crazy street album "The New West World Order" exclusively on Dubcnn, and ever since then the updates have been flooding in. Here's some big news for today: Meech will be majorly featured in January's Ozone Magazine! Congratulations Meech! Stop by our forums to give him props!
Meech and Eastwood will also stop by San Diego's hip-hop station Z90 next week, and they have invited Dubcnn to the show with them. We'll keep you updated throughout next week on that.
Today, we're here to drop off the properly mastered version of "West Really" that has been sent out to radio outlets. After we exclusively premiered the track back in July, the song has picked up major momentum not just on Dubcnn, but around the country. The song has recently been added to the playlist of Shade 45's Lord Sear and DJ Tat Money's "The City" shows on XM Satellite Radio. Grab a copy for yourself below:
Eastwood - West Really? (featuring The Game & Jay Rock) [Produced by Meech Wells & Skwirm]
 Make sure to add Meech Wells as your friend on Myspace. If you haven't downloaded your free copy of "The New West World Order" yet, we suggest you jump on that opportunity right now. The project features Eastwood, E-White, Young Joker, The Game, Jay Rock, Glasses Malone, Bad Azz, Topic, and many others. Use the link below to get it.
Meech Wells Presents The New West World Order [Special Edition] [Free Download]
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Meech Wells!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Monteloco Drops "PlayaPapi" EP [Audio] - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 23, 2007
 It's been a while since we've featured the 805's Monteloco on Dubcnn, so we're back today with an update on the Oxnard representer. For those that don't know, the 805 Movement - which encompasses every California city in Ventura County and Santa Barbara - is growing bigger and bigger by the day. Shouts out to every hip-hop fan in the 805! They support their own local artists, and everyone here at Dubcnn admires that.
Monteloco has been at the forefront of the 805 Movement from the beginning. After a series of successful CD releases, Monteloco recently dropped an online-only EP for all of his fans called "PlayaPapi." The seven-track project boasts production from Rockwilder and some talkbox work from Fingazz! We've got a track from the project for all of our readers today called "LowRider Truck," which was produced by LITO Beatz. Download it below.
Monteloco - LowRider Truck [Produced by LITO Beatz]
Make sure to add Monteloco as your friend on Myspace. If you would like to pick up a copy of "PlayaPapi," you can get it from CDBaby here, or from iTunes here.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Monteloco and the 805 Movement!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... E-White Is West Reppin' On "It's Been A Long Time" - By : Nima - November 22, 2007
 We're back with some new music from Long Beach rapper E-White! We recently announced E-White reunion with production partner Meech Wells and brought you the track "25 To Life", which recieved great feedback. Today we have some more new music from Mr. White for ya'll, to let ya'll know that he's defnitely back on his grind and is gearing up to flood the streets with heat.
On this joint called "It's Been A Long Time (West Reppin')", E-White linked up with up and coming producer Sha Relly to dedicate the track to his coast, letting people know that although it's been a long time since somebody repped it for the West in a major way, it's not all bad.
Listen to the track yourself and come hit up E-White on the dubcc forums to let him know what you think of it! Download below:
E-White - It's Been A Long Time (West Reppin') (Prod. by Sha Relly)
We'll be right back at you in the next couple of days with some more heat from E-White as well as news on his upcoming street album "Real", so just keep checking in! You can also hear E-White on Meech Wells' "New West Order" mixtape, which we dropped for free downlaod on dubcnn a couple of days ago, click here to get that now incase you missed it.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Fred Knuxx - "Face Of D.E." - Full Mixtape Download! - By : Nima - November 22, 2007
 Fred Knuxx is no stranger to dubcnn, the Delaware rapper who's been bridging the gap between D.E. and California through his many collaborations with West Coast artists and his work with Jazzy Management, is back with the free release of his anticipated mixtape "Face Of D.E.", which we've been telling you about for the past months.
The mixtape features 22 tracks showcasing Fred Knuxx's talent, and giving listeners the proper introduction to a state which isn't really known for Hip-Hop music. We have the full mixtape available for free download, click below:
Fred Knuxx - Face Of D.E. (Mixtape) (Hosted by DJ K, Mixed by DJ Fusion)
For those of you who want to preview a few tracks before downloading, you can listen to four preview tracks on the downlaod page, to get an idea of the sound of Fred Knuxx incase you haven't heard him before. Let me assure you though, the boy is definitely talented, and it seems like others are starting to recognize it too, as Fred Knuxx was voted amongst the Top 51 unsigned artists in VIBE Magazine's latest issue! Incase you haven't seen it, you can check it out on Page 137.
Enjoy the "Face of D.E." Mixtape and keep it locked to dubcnn for the latest on Fred Knuxx.
Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Interview With Krushadelic + New Music - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 22, 2007
 We're back today with yet another interview from our Dangerous Crew series, which was originally prompted by our forum community. This time, our guest contributor Noncentz caught up with Krushadelic of the Dangerous Crew and Underground Rebellion to discuss all of his new projects. We hear about a new solo record, two upcoming books, a new Underground Rebellion album, and much more in the interview. Read the feature by clicking on the link below.
Exclusive Interview With Krushadelic [November 2007]
If you missed our previous two-part Krushadelic interview, check those pieces out by clicking here [Part 1, Part 2] Drop some feedback for us on the forums as well!
We couldn't leave you without some new music, so we got our hands on the first single from Krushadelic's new "Ghost Rider" album. As always, you're getting to hear it first on Dubcnn! The track features Bay Area legends Too Short and Andre Nickatina, and it's called "Look At Me." Download it below.
Krushadelic - Look At Me (featuring Too Short & Andre Nickatina)
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more Dangerous Crew interviews over the coming months!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Ali Vegas Is "In Love" [Audio With DJ Warrior] - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 22, 2007
 Dubcnn would like to wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving! To celebrate today's festivities, DJ Warrior and Ali Vegas sent over an exclusive track as a holiday gift for all of our readers. The song is called "I'm In Love," and it is produced by Tha Warriorz. Ali Vegas is signed to Rich Soil Entertainment/ Warner Brothers and is scheduled to drop his album in Spring 2008. Rich Soil was founded by Ali Vegas along with his childhood friend Lamar Odom, so all of you Lakers fans better check this track out! Download it  below.
Ali Vegas - I'm In Love [Produced by Tha Warriorz]
Check out Ali Vegas and DJ Warrior on Myspace. Also make sure to stop by our forum to discuss this topic if you've got some free time during your day off.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest exclusive music.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Jay Rock "Murders" a Polow Da Don Track - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 21, 2007
 Just yesterday we exclusively dropped K-Dot's new track "On My Momma" that featured the blazing production of Swizz Beatz [download here.] If that wasn't enough, today we're bringing you another collaboration between a Top Dawg Ent. artist and a big name producer.
We hope these tracks will silence all of the doubters out there that are questioning Top Dawg Ent's, or any other West Coast label's, position in the industry. These tracks are proving that West Coast artists are making moves on a national level - not just in California.
The exclusive for today is called "Murder," and it pairs Jay Rock with platinum producer Polow Da Don. The song will possibly be featured on Jay Rock's debut album "Follow Me Home," which is dropping on Warner Brothers Records. Check out the song below. Shouts out to DJ Ill Will for the hookup.
Jay Rock - Murder [Produced by Polow Da Don]
Make sure to visit Jay Rock on Myspace. While you're there, you can pick up a copy of Jay Rock and K-Dot's "No Sleep 'Til NYC" mixtape as well.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Jay Rock.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Twista's 5th Celebrity Weekend in Chicago - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 21, 2007
 "Twista's 5th Annual Celebrity Weekend" is being held in Chicago, IL. this weekend for Twista's birthday. The event will be where "comedy and hip-hop unite!" On Friday, November 23rd, Twista's Comedy Explosion show will go down. Lisa E will be hosting the evening's festivities, and Kevin Hart (MTV's Celebrity Rap Superstar & Soul Plane,) Michael Blackston, Ill Will, and B. Cole will perform. This event is located at the Harold Washington Cultural Center (4701 Kings Drive, Chicago, IL.,) and the show begins at 9PM.
On Saturday, November 24th, Twista's actual birthday will take place, with DJ Drama and Dr. Sean Mac spinning for the evening. You can also expect surprise guest performances! Check out the flyer here for more information on that.
Everyone in the area should definitely check these events out! Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news on hip-hop events.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Layzie Bone Releases Statement On AMA Winning - By : Nima - November 21, 2007
 In case you missed it, it was another big night in the history of Bone Thugs N Harmony this past Sunday, as they brought home the award for Best Hip-Hop Group at this year's American Music Awards. The award comes 10 years after their last AMA and is a clear sign the Bone Boys are still making their mark almost 14 years after West Coast legend Eazy E introduced them to the world. Below is the video of Layzie Bone accepting their award, as Krayzie and Wish couldn't make:
Layzie Bone Acceptance Speech At American Music Awards 2007
Layzie Bone also released the following exclusive statement to DUBCNN, thanking all the fans for their unparallel loyal support:
"Bone Thugs would like to thank all of our many super supportive diehard fans for there continued support with all we do. None of this would bepossible without the blessings from the lord almighty and also our fansthanks again to everyone and this AMA proves to the world that there is Strength N Loyalty. God bless." - Layzie Bone
Bone Thugs are currently in the studio working on a closely guarded album, so continue checking into dubcnn for more on that. Shouts out to Millkbone.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Julio G Interview Part 2 Online Now! - By : Nima - November 20, 2007
 Dubcnn is back with Part 2 of our extensive interview with radio legend Julio G. In this part, we further discuss his upcoming album "Westside Radio" including the features on it, why he decided to represent for dubcnn on it, as well as when it's dropping.
Julio also goes in-depth about the unity on the West Coast, how the West is portrayed in other regions, and how to shed a more positive light on the West. Another interesting topic is the DJ/artist relationship that we touch on, which I'm sure will be new to a lot of our readers.
He also gives us his expectations for Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg's upcoming records, read or listen to the interview to find out what he thinks:
Exclusive Interview With Julio G (Part 2) (November '07)
Enjoy the interview, and come leave your feedback on the forums.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Snoop Dropping "Ego Trippin" In March / New Video - By : Nima - November 20, 2007
Bigg Snoop Dogg is gearing up to release his video to "Sexual Eruption" aka "Sensual Seduction" (Clean Title), which is the official first single off his upcoming solo album "Ego Trippin'", which is currently scheduled for a March 2008 release.
The video was directed by Melina (Eve "Tambourine", Ludacris "Money Maker", Ciara "Like A Boy"), and pays homage to the glory days of the early '80s, as Snoop gives tribute to the era of Roger Troutman & Zapp, Prince & Vanity 6, Rick James, and so on.
The video will be premiering next week on the 28th on MTV, BET & online. Dubcnn has two exclusive pictures from the video available for you to check out:
"Sensual Seduction" Video - Picture 1
"Sensual Seduction" Video - Picture 2
Keep it locked to dubcnn for the latest on Snoop Dogg's "Ego Trippin'" album.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... K-Dot Collaborates With Swizz Beatz [Audio] - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 20, 2007
 Since we first interviewed K-Dot back in March, the talented young MC from Compton has been making major moves. First we got the praised street album "Training Day," and last week he dropped a collaboration mixtape with fellow Top Dawg Ent. comrade Jay Rock called "No Sleep 'Til NYC."
Today we're bringing you an exclusive hit from his upcoming street album "Before I Commit Suicide," which is slated for an early 2008 release. The song is called "On My Momma," and the production comes courtesy of Swizz Beatz. Download the song below! Shouts out to DJ Ill Will for the hookup.
K-Dot - On My Momma [Produced by Swizz Beatz]
Make sure to add K-Dot as your friend on Myspace. If you would like to purchase a copy of "No Sleep 'Til NYC," you can place your order right now at Jay Rock's Myspace. Use the Search function at the top right corner of the page to find three exclusive preview tracks from the project.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on K-Dot and Top Dawg Ent.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... 6th Sense - "Its Coming Soon" & Mick Boogie Mixtape - By : JustinL - November 20, 2007
 Dubcnn would like to present a new artist out of New York by the name of 6th Sense. 6th has been busy working on his solo album "It's Coming Soon" with producer Frequency (Snoop - Think About It), and is finally ready to drop his digital album on November 27th through the Rawkus Network. As one of the artists in the Rawkus 50, his album will be available on iTunes, and other digital retailers.
6th Sense has also recently appeared on the coveted Cornerstone Mixtape 98, featuring a freestyle, as well as "Frenzy" from the "It's Coming Soon" album.
You can find a link below to download the new mixtape that 6th Sense just dropped with Mick Boogie:
6th Sense and Mick Boogie - Go For It (Mixtape)
For more info on 6th Sense, please visit his Rawkus 50 profile, notherground.blogspot.com or Myspace.com/NothergroundmusicDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DJ Skee's "Live From L.A." Weekly Radio Podcasts - By : Rud - November 20, 2007
 Last week we finally launched ourselves as the new home of DJ Skee's infamous "Live From L.A" radio show podcast downloads.
The first week of the podcast on dubcnn saw the show make an incredible impact on our readers and today we are back with the latest edition of the "Live From L.A." show from Sirius Satellite Radio.
This weeks podcast features another blend of new and exclusive music mixed with classics from across HipHop.
The free two-hour podcast download will usually be made available every Sunday courtesy of the Dubcnn Podcast Network which will be expanding into the new year. The new Live From L.A. podcast page will feature weekly updates with the download links and tracklisting so ensure you bookmark it to get the latest editions.
Click the link below to view the new Live From L.A. podcast page, view the tracklist and download both parts of the two-hour show that aired on November 17.
Dubcnn Presents: DJ Skee - Live From L.A. Podcast Download Page
Bookmark the new home of DJ Skee's "Live From L.A." Radio Show Podcast's and ensure you check back everyweek if you miss or want to hear the show again that goes out every Saturday (9PM Pacific Time/12AM Eastern) on Sirius Satellite Radio.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Meech Wells & 211 Get Their "Hustle Up" - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 20, 2007
 It's only been a week since we droppped Meech Wells's 30-track "New West World Order" mixtape exclusively on Dubcnn. Since the release of the tape, we got our hands on another track with Young Joker [download here], and now Meech is back again with another exclusive for all of us! Today's song sees Meech team up with CTE West artist 211. The record is called "I Got My Hustle Up," and it was produced by Meech along with Skwirm Of The Soul Mechanix. Download it by using the link below:
211 - I Got My Hustle Up [Produced by Meech Wells & Skwirm]
If you haven't heard "The New West World Order" yet, we really don't know what you're waiting for! The project co-stars Eastwood, E-White, Young Joker, and Young Mack AKA Moja The Great, and features guest appearances from The Game, Glasses Malone, Jay Rock, Bad Azz, and many more. Download it for free now by following the link below.
Meech Wells Presents: The New West World Order [Special Edition] [Free Download]
If you want to learn more about 211, click here to read our exclusive interview with him that was conducted back in September. Also be sure to add Meech Wells and 211 on Myspace.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Meech Wells & 211!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Young Dre, Nate Dogg & E-40 "Can't Be Faded" - By : Nima - November 19, 2007
As promised yesterday, we're back with a new Young Dre The Truth update! We have the first blog from his "Monumental Monday" series called "Hip-Hop Needs Discipline", as well as the song with the same title that goes along with it, produced by L.T. Hutton. In addition to that, we have the pleasure of letting you listen to Young Dre The Truth's brand new single "Can't Be Faded", which features Nate Dogg and E-40, and was produced by super producer J.R. Rottem. The song was premiered on DJ Skee's show by Dre himself a few days ago.
I know ya'll want to hear the song after you read the line up, so let's get that out of the way first. To hear Young Dre's single "Can't Be Faded", click below:
Young Dre The Truth - Can't Be Faded (ft. Nate Dogg & E-40) (Prod. by J.R. Rottem) (STREAM)
Make sure to spread the word about the track, The Truth got big things coming in 2008.
Now let's get to the "Hip-Hop Discipline" blog. In this in-depth piece, Young Dre speaks his mind on the whole Hip-Hop Is Dead issue, stating that Hip-Hop is not dead, it just needs discipline, and he breaks down his thoughts on how to achieve that, and points out what's currently wrong with the game. Make sure to click below to read the blog:
Young Dre The Truth: Hip-Hop Needs Discipline (BLOG)
Young Dre also recorded a song called "Hip-Hop Needs Discipline", produced by L.T. Hutton, where he put his thoughts on the topic on wax, make sure to check it out below:
Young Dre The Truth - Hip-Hop Needs Discipline (Prod. by L.T. Hutton)
That's it for the first "Monumtental Monday" on dubcnn. Make sure to check out Young Dre The Truth on MySpace page. Shouts out to KC3 Monumental.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Wiz Khalifa With Terrace Martin & Problem - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 18, 2007
 It's been a while since we've heard from Wiz Khalifa. As we reported back in July, the Pittsburgh native is now signed to Warner Brothers Records, and he has since then started work on his debut album. He was also just named one of the top 40 up-and-coming artists in the world by Rolling Stone Magazine. It doesn't get any bigger than that! Keep your ears tuned to Wiz, because he's definitely on the fast track to becoming a serious force in the hip-hop game.
Today we've got an exclusive track for you that sees Wiz team up with two of the West Coast's most talented young artists: Terrace Martin and Problem. As many of you already know, Terrace is signed to Warner Brothers Records as well through his Jakai Music Group imprint. Check out the labelmates' collaboration by saving the link below.
Wiz Khalifa - Youngin' [Remix] (featuring Terrace Martin & Problem)
Make sure to visit Wiz Khalifa, Terrace Martin, and Problem on Myspace. Wiz is dropping his new mixtape "Prince Of The City 2" this Tuesday, and you will be able to order the tape through his Myspace page. If you haven't grabbed the Dubcnn Exclusive Edition of Terrace Martin's "Signal Flow" street album with Snoop Dogg & DJ Skee, be sure to download your free copy here.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Wiz Khalifa, Terrace Martin, and Problem!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Young Dre The Truth Presents "Monumental Monday" - By : Nima - November 18, 2007
 Dubcnn has teamed up with rapper Young Dre The Truth, KC Monumental and QD3 to bring you his weekly "Monumental Monday" project as a special feature on the site. Throughout a couple of weeks, Young Dre will be releasing blogs, exclusive music and videos, as well as the latest on the status of his music, every "Monumental Monday".
Before we officially kick it off on Monday (tomorrow) with the first blog and audio, we want you to check out Young Dre The Truth's "Almost Famous" EPK, a video put together by QD3, which will give you the proper introduction to Dre before you start reading his blogs and hearing his new music.
To watch the "Almost Famous" EPK, click below:
Young Dre The Truth "Almost Famous" Video EPK
Check back with us tomorrow for the first batch of "Monumental Monday", brought to you by Young Dre The Truth and Dubcnn.com.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Lil Eazy-E Releases Statement About Baby/Lil Wayne - By : Nima - November 16, 2007
 Lil Eazy-E just hit us up to release an exclusive statement about his feelings on Baby and Lil Wayne representing Blood in their songs, videos and appearances. Read it below:
"First of let me start of by saying much love to all my Crips, Pirus, and Bloods out there that have lived and shed blood for what they believe in and represent, but All This Extra Fake Gangbanging going on is really getting out of hand Im seeing This nigga Baby on 3 songs Blooding and LIL Wayne soowooping at the awards enough is enough this dont have nothing to do with them Blooding if they was Cripping I would have the same reaction.
Those of us that are true to this need to stand up and say enough is enough. I got homies who are in jail fighting for there lives and homies who are RIP behind this thang and for these fools who are clowining and making a mockery of us Im telling you no more.
This is part of the problem as to why the West is not winning right now these niggas have taking our style and way of life and destroying it well I have had enough. For every action there is a reaction."
Incase you missed Lil Eazy-E's latest street banger "I'm From Compton", check it out by clicking here.
Edit on 11/18/07:
Lil Eazy-E asked us to add this to his statement to clarify things:
"Its not a beef so everyone can calm down with that im stating facts and if you dont understand that then the message wasnt meant for you im talking strictly to people who are cut from the same cloth as me I cant Beef with someone who does not have the proper knowledge on this particular subject im speaking on. They dont no dip shit bout banging so there for this is no beef I am talking to my people opening our eyes to dont get fooled by what you see on TV and here on Wax thats all."Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... E-Knoc Presents: "Fry Day" Episode 11 - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 16, 2007
 We're at week eleven of E-Knoc's ever-growing "Fry Day" series now, and the young rapper continues to impress us as time goes by. Today, E-Knoc has laced us with another hot track. This time, he has chosen to flow over Lil Wayne's "Hustler Musik" instrumental, and the result is pure quality. Check it out below.
E-Knoc - The Passion [Freestyle]
If you've missed out on previous installments of "Fry Day," check out our official archive to get all caught up. Also stop by our forum to discuss this topic, and don't forget to add E-Knoc as your friend on Myspace.
Come back next "Fry Day" for another drop from E-Knoc!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... "The New West World Order": Special Edition - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 16, 2007
This past Monday, we exclusively premiered Meech Wells's "New West World Order" mixtape for free download. The project features guest appearances from Eastwood, E-White, Young Joker, The Game, Glasses Malone, Bad Azz, and many more. Because of the overwhelming amount of positive feedback that we got from the project, both on Dubcnn and our forum community, Meech and Young Joker felt inspired to go back to the studio and record another track. The finished product, called "Hold U Down," features Meech's sister Mani on the hook.
They sent us the track yesterday, and we have now included it as a bonus track on "The New West World Order." For anyone who has yet to hear this excellent project, this is a perfect opportunity to download your free copy. Get the Special Edition of "The New West World Order" by following the link below.
Meech Wells Presents: The New West World Order [Special Edition] [Free Download]
If you want to share this mixtape with your friends, please use that updated link above. In case you have already downloaded the mixtape, here is a separate link to the song.
Young Joker - Hold U Down [featuring Mani] [Produced by Meech Wells]
 "The New West World Order" is already generating a lot of buzz for Meech Wells. He will soon be featured on the world famous Hot 97 radio station in New York, doing an interview with DJ Kay Slay. For those of you in San Diego, Meech and Eastwood are also slated to make an appearance on the radio down there. A spread in Ozone magazine is in the works as well. Everyone at Dubcnn would like to congratulate Meech on all of his success, and thank him for all of the great music that he has blessed us with!
Keep it locked on Dubcnn for the latest from Meech Wells.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... B-Real Is Back With Some "Motivation" [Audio] - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 16, 2007
 B-Real is currently prepping his latest mixtape "Gunslinger III," which is being hosted by Tony Touch. We got our hands on a snippet from the tape for everyone today. The track is called "Motivation," and B-Real tears the beat to shreds. Check it out below:
B-Real - Motivation [Snippet]
Be sure to check out B-Real on Myspace. In related news, B-Real is executive producing Young De's "Audio Hustlaz Vol. 1" mixtape along with Damizza and Kurupt. They are filming a video tomorrow in Santa Barbara for De's single from the tape, "Patron." If you haven't heard that song yet, definitely check it out by saving the link here. Be on the lookout for more news on the video as it becomes available.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on B-Real!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Clinton Place#9 "Neva Judge A Book" Tracklist - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 16, 2007
 Dubcnn readers should be getting familiar with the name Clinton Place#9. We first introduced you to the talented producer in our coverage of Bishop Lamont's Birthday, and last week we dropped a track with Yukmouth from his upcoming project "Neva Judge A Book: A Journey Through The Industry."
Today we're back with a full tracklist for the album. "Neva Judge A Book" will be available for free download exclusively on Dubcnn in the next couple of weeks. The album features all original production, and #9 speaks before many of the songs - explaining the story behind each record.
You're all in for a treat, because this star-studded project features appearances from Westside Connection, Kurupt, Roscoe, Taje, Spider Loc, Yukmouth, and many more. It is also executive produced by Clinton Place#9, Dae One, & Sir Jinx. Check out the full tracklist below, and to view a teaser image, click on the picture to your left.
1. Intro
2. Brick City ft. Runt Dawg
3. Imma Rida ft. Kurupt, Roscoe, Tri-Star, Spider Loc, & Mr. Holloway
4. Left Da Drugz ft. Taje
5. Bangin' At The Party ft. Westside Connection
6. Free Ya Mind ft. Roscoe, Tri-Star, & Sir Jinx
7. Comments on Yukmouth [Interlude]
8. Super Bad ft. Yukmouth & Brotha Raheem
9. I Still Luv U ft. A L.A. Ni@@a
10. Not 4 Play ft. The Horsemen (Canibus & Kurupt)
11. Get By ft. Noni Spitz & The Bloc Boyz
12. Tryna Eat ft. Runt Dogg
13. Click Clack Be Cool ft. Spider Loc & Smurf
14. Look At My Life ft. A L.A. Ni@@a
15. Bangin' At The Party [Original Version] ft. Spider Loc
16. Press On ft. N.E.D.
Make sure to add Clinton Place#9 as your friend on Myspace. Stay tuned to Dubcnn over the next couple of weeks as we bring you an exclusive video interview with #9 and the full "Neva Judge A Book" album for free download.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... 40 Glocc Preps "Outspoken Vol. 3" Mixtape - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 16, 2007
 As we reported last month, 40 Glocc is currently prepping his latest mixtape "Outspoken Vol. 3," which is hosted by 50 Cent and mixed by DJ Strong and DJ Whoo Kid. The tape features guest appearances from 50 Cent, Gail Gotti, Prodigy and Havoc of Mobb Deep, Kartoon, Obie Trice, Alchemist, Lil Flip, Tony Yayo, Jayo Felony, Kokane, Hot Rod, WS Bugg, Bad Lucc, Zoo Babiez, Sam Scarfo, Un Pacino, Nyce, Sun, Yacc, Hav Boy, Livio, Straps, Trife (M-Pound), Liutenant, and Village Boo.
We have an exclusive preview track for you today that we premiered earlier in the year on Dubcnn. 40 Glocc teamed up with 50 Cent and Prodigy to rip the classic Snoop Dogg "Serial Killa" instrumental. To hear what they came up with, use the link below:
40 Glocc - Serial Killa (featuring 50 Cent & Prodigy)
Here is the tracklist for the mixtape:
1. Outspoken Vol. 3 Intro
2. 50 Cent Speaks Pt. 1
3. 40 Glocc Freestyle 1 - Bein' Outspoken
4. True To The Unit 4 Real - 40 Glocc Feat. Un Pacino, Nyce
5. 50 Cent Speaks Pt. 2
6. I Love My B-tch - 40 Glocc Feat. Prodigy, Sun, Yacc
7. Where Them Hammers At - 40 Glocc Feat. Sam Scarfo
8. Letz Gettem - 40 Glocc Feat. Gail Gotti
9. 50 Cent Speaks Pt. 3
10. Gimmie That - 40 Glocc Feat. Hav Boy
11. Promiscuous Hood Sh-t - 40 Glocc Feat. Gail Gotti, Havoc
12. 50 Cent Speaks Pt. 4
13. 40 Glocc Freestyle 2 - Sickah Playin' Withcu N--gas
14. Whatz Happening - 40 Glocc Feat. Obie Trice, Livio
15. Whatcha Thought - 40 Glocc Feat. 50 cent, Prodigy
16. Half Of Brick Of Yay - 40 Glocc Feat. Sam Scarfo, Straps
17. Push It To The Limit - 40 Glocc Feat. Sam Scarfo
18. Whatz The Word - 40 Glocc Feat. Mobb Deep, Alchemist
19. Highway Home - 40 Glocc
20. 40 Glocc Freestyle 3 - Infamous Soldier
21. We Don't Play Around - 40 Glocc Feat. Kartoon
22. Lets Your N-ts hang - 40 Glocc Feat. Jayo Felony, Tony Yayo, Kokane
23. Serial Killa - 50 Cent, 40 Glocc, Prodigy
24. F--k Wit A Baller - 40 Glocc Feat. Hot Rod
25. Traffiking The White - 40 Glocc Feat. Trife (M-Pound)
26. This Ain't Whatchu Want - 40 Glocc
27. I Just Want the Paper - 40 Glocc Feat. WS Bugg, Bad Lucc
28. I Heard - 40 Glocc Feat. Lil Flip, Liuetenant
29. Under The Sunshine - 40 Glocc Feat. Zoo Babiez
30. 40 Glocc Outspoken Vol. 3 Outro (www.tenpals.com/40glocc)
31. Duece 24z - 40 Glocc Feat. Village Boo
You can pre-order your copy of "Outspoken Vol. 3" from Hip-Hop West now by clicking here. Also be sure to check out 40 Glocc and DJ Strong on Myspace.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on "Outspoken Vol. 3."Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Juice - "Put Cha Hands Up" - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 15, 2007
 Juice of Black Wall Street is gearing up to release his street album "Death Certificate" on November 28th. The mixtape is presented by DJ Skee, DJ Haze, and September 7th. We've got a song from the project today to hold you over until the record drops. This energtic track is called "Put Cha Hands Up." Check it out below:
Juice - Put Cha Hands Up
Be sure to add Juice as your friend on Myspace, and to also stop by our forum to discuss the track. You can check out the "JuiceTV" trailer for the mixtape as well by clicking here.
Juice is featured on Meech Wells's "New West World Order" mixtape that we exclusively premiered earlier this week. If you haven't downloaded your free copy of the project yet, here's another chance!
Meech Wells Presents: The New West World Order (featuring Juice & The Game)
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest regarding the "Death Certificate" project.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Murs For President - "Better Than The Best" - By : JustinL - November 15, 2007
 The Murs for President '08 campaign begins! Murs' lead off single from his forthcoming major label debut, "Murs For President" dropping March '08 on Warner Bros Records is finally here.
The new track, "Better Than The Best" sees Murs deliver his trademark style over a production from Nottz - the same producer that brought you last years hit single "That's That Sh*t" by Snoop Dogg featuring R Kelly. The single can be heard below in streaming format courtesy of Murs and the Warner Bros Records team.
Murs - Better Than The Best (Produced by Nottz)
Streaming Audio:
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Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from Murs including the most up to date information on "Murs For President" which will hit stores in March 2008.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Da Grizzly Says "I Know You See Me" [Audio] - By : Eddie Gurrola - November 15, 2007
 We're back today with another track from Da Grizzly, the up-and-coming rapper who is being dubbed "The West Coast Pitbull" by many. Grizzly opened up for The Fixxers (Quik & AMG) at the Key Club in Los Angeles recently, and the crowd was very responsive to his performance. The song we got our hands on today is another club-themed record called "I Know You See Me." The female vocals on the hook come courtesy of Lola. Check out the track below:
Da Grizzly - I Know You See Me (featuring Lola)
Make sure to hit up Da Grizzly on his Myspace and his website. Use the Search function at the top right corner of the page to find more music from Grizzly, including a collaboration with Roscoe. Grizzly's still-untitled album is slated to drop this January.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest exclusive music.Discuss This Topic
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