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February 2008
 Bishop Lamont Interview Pt. 2: "Detox Special" - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 29, 2008
 Dubcnn is back with the second part of our in-depth interview with Bishop Lamont. This piece is called the “Detox Special”, and you’re gonna get to hear everything that can possibly be said right now about Dr. Dre’s elusive last album.
In addition to this, you’ll find out more about the relationship between Bishop & Dre, and you’ll get to understand why they’re such a powerful duo. You’ll also find out the answer to the question a lot of you need to know: “Does Dre actually look at those ‘Detox’ discussions on the Internet?” Read or listen to the interview below.
Bishop Lamont Interview Part 2: "Detox Special" [February 2008]
 Make sure to add Bishop Lamont as your friend on Myspace. Also check out PR1ME's "Transformation" street album that Bishop is featured on by using the link below.
PR1ME - The Transformation [Street Album featuring Bishop Lamont]
[Free Download]
You can look out for the third and final part of this interview to drop next week along with a release that many of you have been waiting on for a long time!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Bigg Steele Reaches Out To Birdman On New Single - By : LilJay - February 29, 2008
 It looks like we have another big West Coast album coming out this year, and if your anticipation is still on standby it's time to change that today! As we reported a few times now, Bigg Steele is gearing up to release his major album "Cereal & Water" this spring, and not too long ago we brought you the track "War With No Mercy" featuring Glasses Malone to get you an early taste.
Today we're giving you another preview with the album's street single called "Get It". For the track's guest appearance, Steele took a trip to the South to link up with Birdman. They've recorded a few tracks together, one of them being a collabo featuring a bunch of other artists from the West and South. We'll bring you more information on that one very soon.
Back to "Get It", the song has already been getting good reviews within the industry. Producer 2much laced a banging beat, while Fingazz added a West Coast touch by playing the talkbox on the track.
You can check out the song by clicking on the download link below:
Bigg Steele - Get It Feat. Birdman
Be sure to leave feedback on our forums. For more info on Bigg Steele hit up his MySpace page.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Rap Or Die 5 Dropping Next Week [New Music!] - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 29, 2008
 DJ Ill Will & DJ Rampage have been churning out their "Rap Or Die" mixtapes at a blistering rate, with each volume being even bigger and badder than the last. Dubcnn will be co-presenting the mixtape again, and this time, Hot Dollar is hosting the project! Best of all, the DJ duo are coming with even more crazy records that you won't get anywhere else.
We've got a new track for you to preview today from the mixtape before it drops for free download next week. It's a brand new collaboration between Hot Dollar & Jay Rock.
 Hot Dollar - Ball Hard (ft. Jay Rock)
Make sure to add DJ Ill Will & DJ Rampage as your friends on Myspace. If you're interested in checking out the previous installments of "Rap Or Die", we've got them for you here!
DJ Ill Will - Rap Or Die Vol. 1 [Free Download]
DJ Ill Will, DJ Rampage, & DJ Maaleek - Rap Or Die Vol. 2 [Free Download]
DJ Ill Will, DJ Rampage, & DJ Mikiwar - Rap Or Die Vol. 3 [Free Download]
DJ Ill Will & DJ Rampage - Rap Or Die Vol. 4 [Free Download]
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast. Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Del The Funky Homosapien Drops Video + Tour Dates - By : Nima - February 29, 2008
 Del The Funky Homosapien has released a new video to his song “Workin’ It,” the first single off of his album "Eleventh Hour", dropping March 11th. Del has also announced a string of tour dates, including two performances at this year’s South by Southwest music festival in Austin, Texas.
The West Coast MC will kick things off with two sure to be high profile events on Thursday, March 13th – first opening for indie rock hotshots Spoon in a free outdoor event at Lady Bird Lake Stage and later that night taking the stage at the Def Jux showcase.
He’ll then hit the road for a March 20th appearance on the MySpace stage at Atlanta’s A3C Festival before a string of shows up the east coast culminating in a March 26th performance at New York’s Highline Ballroom. See below for full tour dates.
The video for “Workin It” premiered Monday, February 25th on mtvU’s THE LAB. Those who missed the show (or who just can’t get enough of “Workin It”) can check it out online now. The track is also available for download at all major digital music stores. Check out the video to "Workin' It" below:
Del The Funky Homosapien - Workin' It (Video)
You can also check out a clip of the "Eleventh Hour" DVD which will be released along with the album by clicking here.
Del the Funky Homosapien tour dates:
March 13 - Opening for SPOON, 7PM. Auditorium Shores Stage (Lady Bird Lake) FREE SHOW!
March 13 - SCOOT INN (SXSW) 11PM
March 20 - A3C Festival - Atlanta, GA (MySpace sponsored event)
March 21 - Cat's Cradle - Carrboro, NC
March 22 - Toad's Place -Richmond, VA
March 23 - 9:30 Club - Washington, DC
March 26 - Highline Ballroom - NYC, NY
Be on the lookout for "Eleventh Hour", dropping March 11th 2008!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Video Feature With Hot Dollar & Guerilla Black - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 28, 2008
 Last week, Dubcnn was invited to kick it with Hot Dollar, Guerilla Black, and the rest of the Dolla Figga camp at Dolla Figga Studios. As always, we brought our camera to capture the entire experience on film for you.
Hot Dollar was recording material for his forthcoming album "My Dreams...A Day In The Life", but he took some time out to show us around, talk about the progress of the album, and discuss his latest single "Upside Down". He also takes us into the booth and shows us how to lay a hook the right way.
 DJ Ill Will introduces us to the rest of the Dolla Figga crew, including Ackrite The Butcher, Holla, Da Rilla, and Pop Gates. Guerilla Black keep us updated on what he's been up to as well.
This is a real fun video, so be sure to check it out below.
Dubcnn & Hot Dollar Present: A Day In The Life At Dolla Figga Studios [Stream]
Dubcnn & Hot Dollar Present: A Day In The Life At Dolla Figga Studios [Download]
 Shouts out to DJ Ill Will for all of his efforts with this feature! Make sure to add Hot Dollar, DJ Ill Will, Guerilla Black, Holla, Ackrite The Butcher, Da Rilla, and Pop Gates as your friends on Myspace.
If you haven't heard Hot Dollar's latest single "Upside Down", stop sleeping on it and listen to it below! You can request it on Power 106 by texting "Hot Dollar - Upside Down" to 69106. Every request counts.
Hot Dollar - Upside Down [Explicit]
Hot Dollar - Upside Down [Clean]
Be on the look out for many exciting new projects from the Dolla Figga camp in 2008. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest info, and use the Search function at the top right corner of the screen to get more music from Hot Dollar.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crooked I's "Hip-Hop Weekly" Vol. 48 [Audio] - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 28, 2008
 With the end in sight for Crooked I's acclaimed "Hip-Hop Weekly" series, the Long Beach microphone terror is undoubtedly looking to go out with a bang. This week, he rips Scarface's classic "Mary Jane" instrumental, and the results are ridiculous. Check it out below.
Crooked I - Mary Jane [Freestyle]
Make sure to check out our Official Hip-Hop Weekly Archive to get all caught up on the latest from Crooked.
Come back next Wednesday for Week 49 of "Hip-Hop Weekly"!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Dubcnn Radio Announces New Format - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 28, 2008
 For the past few months, many of our readers have grown to enjoy our very first radio show, "Coming Up With Young De". Each week, our hosts De and Eddie would go over the latest in De's life as he prepared for the release of his debut street album "Audio Hustlaz Vol. 1".
Now that we've shown you how De came up, we want you to hear from rest of the West Coast. Starting next week, you'll see a new Dubcnn Radio format!
Young De will return as the co-host of the program along with Eddie, but this time we're going to bring a different artist from the West on the show every week to take us into their world and show us how they're "Coming Up". We'll continue to play the hottest records out as well, but we'll put an extra emphasis on songs from the featured artist so that you can hear what they're all about!
Check back next week for the first episode of the newly re-vamped Dubcnn Radio with a special surprise guest!
Related Links:
DJ Skee & B-Real Present Young De - Audio Hustlaz Vol. 1 Street Album [Hosted by Kurupt]
The Entire "Coming Up With Young De" Radio Podcast Series [Now Available To Stream!]Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Eastwood & Ya Boy "Get Money" For The DJs - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 28, 2008
 After we premiered Eastwood's latest single "I Get Money" featuring Ya Boy, radio stations across the country took notice and added the track into rotation. Produced by Meech Wells & Tha Pusher, this track is now being considered the first single from Eastwood's debut full-length album.
We're back today with a properly mastered, CD quality version of the hit song, and we're giving you the explicit, radio edit, and instrumental versions.
ATTENTION DJs: This one's for you!
 Eastwood - I Get Money (ft. Ya Boy) [Prod. by Meech Wells & Tha Pusher] [Explicit]
Eastwood - I Get Money (ft. Ya Boy) [Prod. by Meech Wells & Tha Pusher] [Radio]
Eastwood - I Get Money (ft. Ya Boy) [Prod. by Meech Wells & Tha Pusher] [Instrumental]
Make sure to add Eastwood, Meech Wells, and Ya Boy as your friends on Myspace. We'll be back with more news from Eastwood very shortly as he's currently putting the finishing touches on his next mixtape "American Hustler".
 In case you haven't grabbed a copy of Meech's "New West World Order 2" street album, be sure to get it below.
Meech Wells Presents The New West World Order 2 [Mixed by DJ L-Gee] [Free Download]
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Cali Untouchable Radio - This Weeks Podcast (Feb 26) - By : Rud - February 28, 2008
 The "Cali Untouchable Radio Show" was back on Sirius Satellite Radio (Hip-Hop Nation Channel 40) at 11PM Pacific Time (2AM Eastern) last night (Tuesday 12) - hosted, as ever, by DJ Warrior.
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. We have also introduced the ability to stream the audio as well as download it due to popular demand so ensure you check the new feature out using the links below.
This weeks two-hour podcast - originally aired on February 26 - 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).
In related news if your looking to contact DJ Warrior for bookings, mixtape hosting or any other matter you can email him by clicking here.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Snoop Dogg - Ego Trippin' (March 11th Release) - By : JustinL - February 27, 2008
 Superstar entertainer and hip hop icon Snoop Dogg readies for his highly anticipated album "Ego Trippin'" releasing on March 11th through Doggystyle/Geffen. Early buzz from industry insiders hint at a new sound that only an artist like Snoop could pull off - including collaborations with legendary producer Teddy Riley and artist Whitey Ford who bring out different sides of the veteran rapper. These unexpected pairings sparked creativity and magic in the studio which translated into an amazingly diverse and innovative album.
Tha Boss Dogg titled the album "Ego Trippin'" because this time around, he is doing just that. After 16 years in the game, Snoop consistently proves himself as not only an entertainer, but a pioneer in hip hop. On Snoop's ninth studio offering, the West Coast rapper is taking chances no other rap artist could pull off, and showing fans a new side we have never seen before. "Ego Trippin'" showcases groundbreaking material and if the first single is any indication - fans will embrace the new sounds. Snoop says, "I named the album Ego Trippin' because after staying relevant for 16 years, I can afford to take chances and have some fun. I always made music to win in my neighborhood but after all these years I needed to do something bigger - I had to get out of my usual gangster zone without losing who I am, this time around I am going to win worldwide."
'Throughout the album, Snoop takes listeners on a musical journey - from funk to eighties vibes to even country music. Forever a fan of Teddy Riley, Snoop was excited to be able to collaborate with the musical genius on this album. Throughout the recording process, they had such great chemistry in the studio that QDT Muzic was birthed - an entity comprised of DJ Quik, Snoop and Teddy that is responsible for overseeing the entire album. Snoop came up with the song concepts, Teddy added his touches to the production and Quik mastered the album. Ego Trippin' marks the first time since "Doggystyle," Snoop's first album, that one individual mastered the entire package - adding a continuity to the sounds that play more like a movie instead of a music recording.
Thematically on Ego Trippin', Snoop is paying tribute to those who inspired him over the years. The musically rich song "Cool" is an interpolation of the classic song originally recorded by The Time. On it, Snoop sings more than raps and the results are phenomenal. It is a song made to dance to and will transport listeners to the eighties with one listen. Another surprise song is entitled "Johnny Cash" and was written and produced by Whitey Ford. The song is a country love ballad and is unlike anything anyone has ever heard from a hip hop superstar. One of Snoop's album favorites is "Say Goodbye," featuring R&B great Charlie Wilson of The Gap Band. Snoop says, "This song makes me want to cry every time I hear it. It is a reflection of my life and how I have grown as not only an artist but also a man - it is about me staying true to where I came from while having to accept where I am in my life today, it's deep."Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Snoop's "Life Of Da Party" Video [Behind The Scenes] - By : Nima - February 26, 2008
 Snoop Dogg is set to drop the second video off his new solo album "Ego Trippin'" this week. The video is a split between the smooth laid back track "Neva Have 2 Worry", and the up-beat club banger "Life Of Da Party", featuring Mistah FAB & Too Short.
Dubcnn was present at the shoot for the "Life Of Da Party" part of the video which was shot in Las Vegas, NV, and we have a few exclusives pictures and a behind the scenes video clip from the shoot for all the fans on dubcnn.
To check out the pictures and watch the video, click below to go to the "Life Of Da Party (Behind The Scenes" page on dubcnn:
Snoop Dogg - Life Of Da Party Video (Behind The Scenes)
Incase you haven't heard the "Life Of Da Party" song yet, check it out now by clicking here, or check it out in the "Newest Joint" box at the top of the site. We'll keep you up to date on the "Ego Trippin'" album, keep it locked right here!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Bo - The Rebirth Of Bo [Street Album Download] - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 26, 2008
 We're back today with another hot street album release! DJ Ill Will, DJ Skee, and DJ Dave are presenting the latest project from Bo. If you don't know who Bo is yet, you're about to find out. As the newest member of Top Dawg Ent, the MC from Compton is tearing things up right now.
"The Rebirth Of Bo" is jam-packed with hits, and boasts all original production along with features from Bo's labelmates Jay Rock, K-Dot, Ab Soul, and Punch. It's definitely a project that you won't want to miss, so grab your free copy below.
DJ Ill Will, DJ Skee, & DJ Dave Present Bo - The Rebirth of Bo [Free Download]
Make sure to add Bo, DJ Ill Will, DJ Skee, and DJ Dave as your friends on Myspace.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest street album releases.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Problem Freestyle Over Focus Productions - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 26, 2008
 A few days ago, we reported that Problem just signed a major label deal with Universal Republic. The talented Compton MC is wasting no time celebrating, as he just sent us a brand new track for everyone today!
This one is a freestyle over productions from Focus of Aftermath, and it's fittingly titled "I'm Focused". Check it out below.
Problem - I'm Focused [Freestyle] [Produced by Focus]
Make sure to add Problem as your friend on Myspace.
This is the first leak from Problem's new mixtape with Dow Jones "Deal Or No Deal 2", which will feature appearances from Snoop Dogg, DJ Quik, Kurupt, Terrace Martin, Wiz Khalifia, and more!
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Problem.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... World Premiere: G. Malone's "Certified" Video Is Here! - By : LilJay - February 25, 2008
 And here it finally is! The man of the hour (or should I say year?) is getting closer and closer to the position where he needs to be – on top of the game! As we previously reported, Glasses Malone shot a video for his hit single "Certified" featuring Akon last month, and this video will hopefully help him get to that next level! After dominating radio airwaves and even landing the number one spot on L.A.'s Power 106, the anticipation for the video was building up and it was only right that the West Coast showed tremendous support at the video shoot.
The outcome of the video is very pleasing, they kept it street and added a lot of dark and grimey elements, but innovative at the same time. The only downside is that a lot of the words have been edited out the final version, which takes away from the flow of the song.
The video has been shipped to MTV and BET, and it will air the first time on BET's Rap City on Thursday. But you already know that we ain't gonna let you wait for that long! As always, Dubcnn is taking care of it and bringing you the world premiere of the video. We'll let the visual speak, so let's get this one out there:
Glasses Malone - Certified Feat. Akon (YouTube, Windows Media and QuickTime Video)
The entire Dubcnn staff would like to congratulate Glasses on this great video. Be on the lookout for "The Beach Cruiser" dropping April 1st, it's gonna be crazy! Also, if you are interested in the "Certified" T-Shirts that you're going to see in the video, hit up glassesmalone.com to get you one of these.
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.......................................................................................... Exclusive Video Interview With Tha Alkaholiks! - By : Nima - February 25, 2008
 We have a belated X-Mas present for ya'll today! We had the chance to catch up with Tash, J-Ro & E-Swift aka Tha Alkaholiks while the trio was on their European X-Mas 2007 tour, and due to technical difficulties we haven't been able to bring it to you any earlier. But here it is!
In this video interview, we talk to the group about a future Liks album, the status on a Likwit Crew album, the relationship with Xzibit, J. Wells & Kurupt's "Digital Smoke" album, J-Ro's solo, Tash's solo "Control Freek", the Roger Troutman tribute project, and Tash even drops a verse for the cameras!
To read or watch this video interview, click below:
Exclusive Video Interview With Tha Alkaholiks (February '08)
Enjoy the interview, we'll keep you updated on the latest surrounding Tash, J-Ro, E-Swift and the whole Likwit Crew!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Dubcnn & DJ Skee Present: The DubSkeeNN Giveaway! - By : Nima - February 25, 2008
 In celebration of DJ Skee's 8 nominations at the Mixtape Awards, Dubcnn has teamed up with DJ Skee to release 25 free mixtape downloads in 25 days, of some of his biggest mixtapes - a new one every single day.
In return DJ Skee urges all his fans to take some time to vote for him in each of the 8 Mixtape Award Categories and help him on his way to some of these awards. To start it off, we have three mixtapes up right now, Young De's "Audio Hustlaz Vol. 1", Joker Brand's "Who Has The Last Laugh Now", and DJ Skee's "Westside Hype Vol. 2".
To download the mixtapes, follow the link below to the DubSkeeNN Mixtape Giveaway page, which you can bookmark for the next 25 days:
DJ Skee & Dubcnn Present: The DubSkeeNN Mixtape Giveaway
We will be adding a new mixtape every day, you can access the page directly through the "Mixtape Of The Week" box above the news. Check out DJ Skee on MySpace.
We had promised you the street album of Top Dawg Ent artist Bo to drop today for download on dubcnn, hosted by DJ Skee, DJ Ill Will & DJ Dave. This has been pushed back to tomorrow, appologies for the inconvenience, check back with dubcnn tomorrow to download Bo's street album "The Re-Birth Of Bo".Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Bash Bros. Link Up With Sean Price & Big Pooh - By : LilJay - February 25, 2008
 The two Bay Area representatives Piseas and Lefty of the Bash Bros. are back on Dubcnn, but they didn't come with empty hands! Not too long ago we brought you a new joint called "Joy Riden" along with some news on their upcoming album entitled "Main Event". Today we would like to drop another exclusive off the album, which is dropping July 4th with guest appearances by Sean Price, Big Pooh of Little Brother, Equipto, Karim of Boom Bap Project, Pumpkinhead, Luckyiam, and others.
The first two guests mentioned, Sean Price and Big Pooh, share the same song on the album's official first single. The song is called "Rock The Spot", and all four emcee's go hard on the track. As always, Dubcnn has the song available for download. Stay tuned for more info on "Main Event", but for now you need to check out "Rock The Spot" by clicking on the link below:
Bash Bros. - Rock The Spot Feat. Sean Price & Big Pooh
For more info, visit myspace.com/thebashbrothers.
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.......................................................................................... Young Dre The Truth "Monumental Monday" - Week 15 - By : Nima - February 25, 2008
 It's been 15 weeks since we started our weekly "Monumental Monday" feature with Young Dre The Truth, where we bring you a brand new track and a blog to go along with it from the South Central rapper Young Dre The Truth.
Before we get into this week's feature, I'd like to let everybody know that the EA Sports "Get It" contest where we were giving out 10 copies of NFL Tour for Xbox 360 or PS3 is now officially closed, the winners will be notified through email within the next couple of days. Thanks to everybody who participated, check the site towards the end of the week for the winners!
Anyway, this week's "Monumental Monday" is called "Welcome 2 Cali", this one is a bit longer than the previous ones, so you're in for some real game from Young Dre The Truth, the track to go along with, also called "Welcome 2 Cali", is produced by LT Hutton. Check out the blog and the song below:
Young Dre The Truth - Monumental Monday Week 15: "Welcome 2 Cali"
Enjoy this week's "Monumental Monday" and check back with us next week for the next issue!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... HHCF Teams With Rappers For Black History Month - By : Nima - February 25, 2008
 Hip-Hop Chess Federation (HHCF) founder Adisa Banjoko will team up with rappers San Quinn and Balance to speak with students about the importance of choosing a positive lifestyle, at Juan Crespi Middle School in El Sobrante, CA on February 28th.
Banjoko will lead a panel discussion that will examine how young people can use the positive aspects of Hip-Hop and Black History to create effective life strategies. "No one has been able to reach the hearts of today's youth like rappers," said Adisa.
"San Quinn and Balance are champions to so many young people who love Hip-Hop. The HHCF is honored that San Quinn and Balance are donating their time and minds to the kids at Juan Crespi Middle School."
The HHCF fuses music, chess and martial arts to promote unity, strategy and nonviolence. They believe that giving young people direct access to the athletes, artists and chess players the youth will be inspired to enhance their academic and social life. Through generous donations, www.chesspark.com will provide free accounts to all Juan Crespi students who wish to enhance their lives through the game of chess. Additionally, limited copies of the Ubisoft video game Chessmaster 11 and bestselling book The Art of Learning by Josh Waitzkin will be available at this one of a kind event.
"It's important to take time with the youth because we had leaders to inspire us" said San Quinn. "They need to see that we look up to them for being in school. They are the future and we want to share our struggles to help children of all ethnicities."
"Too many times when Hip-Hop is in the news, they're highlighting something negative," said Balance. "We want to make sure we show the kids the positive aspects of what we do and how they can make better choices for themselves." Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Omar Cruz & Chino XL In The 805 This Wed. - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 25, 2008
 Omar Cruz will be performing alongside Chino XL at Nicholby's in Ventura, CA this Wednesday, February 27th. The tickets are $15 at the door, and the show will be sold out, so arriving early is recommended! Check out the flyer here for all of the details.
Head over to the B.Y.I. TV page for weekly new episodes featuring Omar, LuLu, and Rome. Also check out Omar Cruz on Myspace for more music.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest concert info.
Related Links:
Omar Cruz ft. The Game - Gangsta Music [Produced by Cool & Dre]
The Making Of "Gangsta Music" [Youtube]Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Errelevent Hooks Up With San Quinn On New Single - By : Nima - February 24, 2008
 Bay Area rapper Errelevent is getting ready to release his new album "Redefinition" on March 18th 2008, and to get the buzz going he's releasing his new single "In The Bay (We Hustlin)", featuring Bay Area veteran San Quinn.
Paying homage to MC Breed's classic "Ain't No Future In Yo Frontin'", Errelevent puts it down on the new single that sets the state for his the album, "Redefinition", which is coming out on Relevent Music/City Hall. Check it out:
Errelevent - In The Bay (We Hustlin) (ft. San Quinn)
"Redefinition" boasts guest appearances from Keak Da Sneak, Termanology, San Quinn, Ya Boy, Guce, Mr. Kee and Kaz Kyzah, while production was handled by Davey D, Traxamillion, Cozmo and Rob Lo amongst others. "The game has changed, so you need to redefine yourself in order to adapt," Errelevent states in regards to the album’s title. "I’m also talking to the people who might think my name is spelled with an “i” at the beginning too," he says. “Don’t look in the dictionary, listen to my lyrics for the definition.”
Incase you missed his track "I Believe It", featuring Keak Da Sneak & Guce, which we dropped a few weeks ago, click here to get it now.
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.......................................................................................... Bone Thugs & Tha C.O.R. In San Diego Tonight! - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 24, 2008
  Bone Thugs N Harmony will be performing live tonight alongside Tha C.O.R. at The Martini Ranch in downtown San Diego. You can also catch a live fashion show and DJ Ice on the 1s and 2s all night long. For more information, check out the flyer here.
You can get your tickets for $15 before the show by calling 858-382-9407, or pay $20 at the door. Dubcnn will be in the house, so expect to see some pictures from the event up later even if you can't make it out.
Make sure to check out Bone Thugs & Tha C.O.R. on Myspace too!
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest concert info.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DJ Warrior & Julian Ramirez "GDUP Classics" - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 24, 2008
 We're back today with another new mixtape from DJ Warrior and Julian Ramirez of the Cali Untouchable DJs, who have been dropping a lot of heat on Dubcnn as of late. This one is called "GDUP Classics Vol. 1.0" and it features a lot of your favorite old school West Coast jams along with some new hits as well. Enjoy the music by using the link below.
DJ Warrior & Julian Ramirez - GDUP Classics Vol. 1.0 [Free Download]
Make sure to add DJ Warrior & Julian Ramirez as your friends on Myspace.
Check out the Cali Untouchable Radio Show Podcast Page for some more great music, and be on the look out for new material from Warrior to drop next week right here!
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DJ Skee's "Live From L.A." Podcast (February 23) - By : Rud - February 24, 2008
 It's Sunday so you already know that last night DJ Skee was once again on Sirius Satellite Radio putting out the latest edition of his world renowned "Live From L.A." radio show. As ever DJ Skee creates a fusion of the most up to date new music as well as vaired classics!
"Live From L.A" is broadcast every Saturday (9PM Pacific Time/12AM Eastern) on Sirius Satellite Radio and the free two-hour podcast download is now housed on the Dubcnn Podcast Network and is released every Sunday.
The new Live From L.A. podcast page features weekly updates with the download links and tracklisting so ensure you bookmark it to get the latest editions.
Click the link below to view the new Live From L.A. podcast page, view the tracklist and download both parts of the two-hour show that aired on February 23.
Dubcnn Presents: DJ Skee - Live From L.A. Podcast Download Page
Bookmark the new home of DJ Skee's "Live From L.A." Radio Show Podcast's and ensure you check back everyweek if you miss or want to hear the show again that goes out every Saturday (9PM Pacific Time/12AM Eastern) on Sirius Satellite Radio. Please contact us with your feedback about the new streaming options and where else you would like to see the option on dubcnn by clicking here.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Jay Rock & Lil Wayne - "All My Life" The Making Of Video - By : Nima - February 23, 2008
I can't recall any song in the past few months that got as much positive feedback as Jay Rock's collaboration with Lil Wayne, "All My Life". It looks like they're going with the original version at last, instead of the Will.I.Am version of the song, which was recieved with mixed feelings by the fans.
Today dubcnn has a new video for ya'll, where you can see the making of "All My Life". Check out Lil Wayne and Jay Rock in the studio working on the song, DJ Quik, who mixed the song, and catch the rest of the Top Dawg Ent camp in this exclusive video, which was put together by the homie DJ Dave.
 You can either download or stream the video, take your pick:
Jay Rock ft. Lil Wayne - All My Life (Making Of Video) (Stream)
Jay Rock ft. Lil Wayne - All My Life (Making Of Video) (Download)
Enjoy the video, and incase you missed the song when we dropped it, you can catch up on it and check out "All My Life", produced by Cool & Dre, mixed by DJ Quik and performed by Jay Rock & Lil Wayne, off Jay Rock's upcoming Warner Bros debut album "Follow Me Home", by clicking here.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... PR1ME & Dubcnn: Magic Show Documentary - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 23, 2008
 Last week, we joined PR1ME on an expedition to the Magic Convention in Las Vegas. PR1ME's debut street album "The Transformation" was just completed, so it was time for everyone to get to work and spread copies around like crazy. As always, we brought our camera to document the trip. Our goal was to capture on film exactly what it takes for an up-and-coming artist to get his name out there and catch the attention of the right people.
The mission was a success for PR1ME and TakeOff Productions, with over 5,000 copies of "The Transformation" being distributed.
Along the way, we had a lot of fun as well. Look out for guest appearances from artists that we ran into during the convention like Bun-B, Young Jeezy, Pusha T of The Clipse, Mos Def, Taje, September 7th, Bad Lucc, and Damani.
This video is one of the tightest we've ever had on Dubcnn! It's an absolute must-watch for anyone interested in how an individual makes "The Transformation" from an ambitious new MC to a future star. PR1ME did it, and you can too. Check out the video below!
PR1ME & Dubcnn: "The Transformation" At The Magic Show [Download]
PR1ME & Dubcnn: "The Transformation" At The Magic Show [Stream]
 A big shout out goes to TakeOff Productions for all of their effort with this feature! Make sure to add PR1ME as your friend on Myspace and shoot him some comments about the video.
We're also featuring "The Transformation" for free download on Dubcnn, so if you haven't grabbed your copy yet, be sure to get it below! The project features appearances from Butch Cassidy, Bishop Lamont, and Taje, and production from Focus, Dae One, Jake One, and others.
TakeOff Productions Presents PR1ME - The Transformation: Perception Is Deception [Hosted by DJ Warrior, Mixed by September 7th] [Free Download]
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on PR1ME!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New 40 Glocc Music "If I Had A Chance" [Audio] - By : Nima - February 23, 2008
 Infamous/G-Unit Records signee 40 Glocc has been keeping busy in 2008, dropping his "Outspoken Vol. 3" mixtape and flooding the streets with new music on a weekly basis. After we brought you his collaboration with Trey Songz called "Streetz Won't Let Me Down" about two weeks ago, we're back with a new joint called "If I Had A Chance".
The track was produced by Pebb, a laid back joint with a little twist to it, check it out below:
40 Glocc - If I Had A Chance
Check back with us for new 40 Glocc music on a regular basis!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Music From Camino & Crooked I - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 23, 2008
 After taking a time out from the music industry for the past few years, Camino is coming back onto the rap scene. The Pasadena-based MC is putting the finishing touches on his debut mixtape "Big Money, Big Gunz", which will drop for free download on Dubcnn in the very near future.
The project will feature guest appearances from Spider Loc, Big Syke, and Crooked I, who is featured on the music we're dropping today!
The mp3 we've got for download features Camino & Crooked I's single "Ridin On Dubz" and a Camino solo track called "Dynamic". Check it out below!
Camino - Ridin' On Dubz/Dynamic (featuring Crooked I)
Make sure to add Camino as your friend on Myspace, and look out for more news and music soon.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Introducing Fresh of Santa Barbara - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 23, 2008
 Today, we'd like to introduce everyone to Fresh, a young MC from Santa Barbara who's hungry to take the rap game by storm. Fresh started developing his skills by freestyling with his friends back in high school. After a while, he noticed that his talent was growing. He went over to his classmate Los's house, and the two of them started working on tracks together.
After seeing that he was serious about getting into the music business, Los took Fresh under his wing and introduced him to Damizza. Ever since then, Fresh has been working with Los and "Jedi" Jared Moore on a new mixtape called "Man On Fire" that will be released this year.
 We've got two bangers for you today that will give you a taste of what Fresh has to offer. Download them below!
Fresh - Real West Coastin' [Produced by Los]
Fresh - Try N Pass Em [Produced by Los]
Make sure to add Fresh and Los as your friends on Myspace. If you haven't checked out Guilty's street album "No Contest" yet, make sure to grab that below.
Guilty - No Contest [Free Download, featuring production from Los and Damizza]
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Roccett Song Off "Corporate America" - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 23, 2008
 Roccett is getting ready to release his latest street album "Corporate America" next week. The project, hosted by DJ Warrior, DJ Skee, and Dow Jones, will feature all original production from the likes of Dae One, Tha Bizness, and Ervin "EP" Pope. You can also look out for guest appearances from Akon, Young Buck, Young Jeezy, and Mistah FAB!
We've got a new song from the album untagged for everyone today. This one is called "You Can Hate Me", and it's produced by Reef. You can also grab the instrumental below.
Roccett - You Can Hate Me [Prod. by Reef] [Explicit]
Roccett - You Can Hate Me [Prod. by Reef] [Instrumental]
Here's the complete tracklist as well:
1. Intro
2. I'm A Ryda (Prod. by Dae One)
3. All I Know Ft Akon (Prod. by Young Yonny)
4. Run These Streets (Prod. by Veterano)
5. Throw Your Hoods Up Ft Young Buck (Prod. by E.P.)
6. G Move Ft Gorilla Zoe (Prod. by PC Beats)
7. In The Sheets Ft 2Pac (Prod. by The Nasty One)
8. Give You Some Game (Prod. by Tha Bizness)
9. Function (Prod. by E.P)
10. Dreams (Prod. by The Nasty One)
11. You Can Hate Me (Prod. by Reef)
12. What You Gone Do Ft Mistah FAB (Prod. by Tha Bizness)
13. We Shall Overcome (Prod. by Curt Beats)
14. Real Talk (Prod. by The Nasty One)
15. Rodeo (Prod. by Tha Bizness)
16. All Eyes On Us Freestyle Ft Young Jeezy & Slick Pulla
Make sure to add Roccett as your friend on Myspace. Look out for a new Roccett interview to drop in the next few days, and be sure to pick up a copy of "Corporate America" when it's released next week!
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Problem Speaks On His New Major Label Deal! - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 22, 2008
If you can think back to 2006 when we dropped Problem's acclaimed mixtape "Deal Or No Deal", you'll know that the talented Compton MC has been grinding hard for some time to find the right label situation.
After sifting through countless offers to find the right home for his music, Problem signed his major label deal with Universal Republic, a division of Universal Records, yesterday! The entire Dubcnn staff would like to extend our congratulations to him. We caught up with Problem earlier today for a few words about his new deal, and here's what he had to say.
"Y'all can expect giant things from Problem and Derang Entertainment! We 'bout to take over this motherf*cker bra! They done gave the wrong n*gga some money this time! *Laughs* Nah, but on the real, I'm just excited man. I finally get a shot to show the world what I can do, so I'm ready to take full advantage of that. Thanks goes to all the Problem supporters and the Problem haters. Believe me, I'm nothin' without y'all!"
Check out Problem on Myspace for some new music, and send him a comment to congratulate him on the deal! Problem has also been involved in Snoop Dogg's "Ego Trippin'" album, which hits stores on March 11th.
Look out for more news from Problem very soon on Dubcnn.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Young Joker Video Interview On Dubcnn - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 21, 2008
 Dubcnn linked up with Young Joker for an exclusive video interview. After starting things off with a freestyle, Joker tells us more about his role on Meech Wells's "New West World Order 2" that is available now for free download. After this, we discuss Joker's future plans in the rap game, including where he sees himself among other artists and what he hopes the fans get out of his music.
We also talk about his forthcoming street album "Mayhem", which will serve as a pre-cursor to his debut album "Heaven Sent".
Check out the interview for all of this and much more.
Exclusive Video Interview With Young Joker (February 2008)
We've also got a brand new track from the two of them for you today! This one's called "Funeral Music" and it features Joker at his finest - spitting some raw, straight up rhymes.
Young Joker - Funeral Music [Produced by Meech Wells & Soul Mechanix]
If you haven't grabbed "The New West World Order 2" yet, be sure to get that as well.
Meech Wells Presents The New West World Order 2 [Free Download]
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Wiz Khalifa Drops New Video To "Say Yeah" - By : Nima - February 21, 2008
 Wiz Khalifa, the Pittsburgh MC who's been numerously on dubcnn before, just dropped the video to his single "Say Yeah", from his upcoming album dropping on Warner Bros. It's definitely a feel good track with lots of mainstream appeal, catchy hook and ringtone sound included.
Check out the video to "Say Yeah" below:
Wiz Khalifa - Say Yeah (Video) (YouTube)
Incase you haven't heard of Wiz Khalifa, use the dubcnn search engine to read up on him, or check him out on MySpace.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Music From Bo featuring Jay Rock & K-Dot - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 21, 2008
Bo, the newest member of Top Dawg Ent, will be releasing his latest street album "The Rebirth Of Bo" on Dubcnn next Monday for free download! The project is hosted and presented by DJ Ill Will, DJ Skee, and DJ Dave.
We've got two exclusive tracks from the project for you to check out today. The first one is "N*ggaz B Frontin", which makes clever use of a Notorious BIG sample, and the second song is "Catch A Body" featuring Bo's labelmates Jay Rock & K-Dot. Check them out below.
Bo - N*ggaz Be Frontin (ft. YC)
Bo - Catch A Body (ft. Jay Rock & K-Dot)
Make sure to add Bo and DJ Ill Will as your friends on Myspace. If you're feeling these tracks, don't forget to come back on Monday for the free download of the entire album!
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DJ Crazy Toones Discusses His New Projects - By : Nima - February 20, 2008
 Dubcnn had the chance to catch up with DJ Crazy Toones to get a few words on his current projects, while he's on the road doing shows with WC. "Ice Cube is shooting a movie in Louisiane right now, he comes home on the weekends to work on "Raw Footage". The album is damn near finished!", Toones said about Cube's upcoming project.
There is no release date as of yet though, we're hoping for a Summer release. If the first single "Gangsta Rap Made Me Do It" is anything to go by, we're in for another raw Ice Cube LP!
Then of course, Young Maylay is working on his street album "The Real Coast Guard", which will be dropping in March. Expect some new music from the project on dubcnn very soon.
A topic that Crazy Toones was very enthusiastic about was talking about Bombai a female DJ from the Bum Squad DJ's. "She's my baby, I'm birthing her to the world. I never took nobody under my wing but I'm taking her. Expect to hear from her." You can currently check out Bombai on K-Day.
Another project that Crazy Toones is involved with is the self-titled Westurn Union mixtape which is coming out soon. Expect some music from that in near future as well. Other projects that are in the works include a Snoop Dogg mixtape, and of course the follow-up to "CT Experience", "It's A Demo". He also mentioned Tha Trapp are working on a new still untitled project. Sounds like he got a lot on his plate, we'll definitely keep you updated on all of them though. Keep it locked.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crooked I's Mixtape Free Download / HHW #47 - By : Nima - February 20, 2008
 Crooked I just dropped his latest mixtape "St. Valentine's Day Bossacre" with DJ Nik Bean & DJ Felli Fel, and it's available for order at mixtapebuzz.com. We urge all the Crooked I fans to pick up their copy over there, however we also have the full mixtape available for FREE DOWNLOAD right here on dubcnn!
To download "St. Valentine's Day Bossacre" for free, click below:
Crooked I - St. Valentine's Day Bossacre (Download)
Enjoy the mixtape, make sure to bang it and spread it around. Aside from the mixtape though, today is also Wednesday, so you already know you're getting the latest "Hip-Hop Weekly" freestyle, number 47 to be exact. 5 Hip-Hop Weekly's left ya'll, enjoy it while it's here! This week Crooked raps over Jim Jones' latest single "Love Me No More", get it below:
Crooked I - Love Me No More (Freestyle)
In related news, today is also DJ Nik Bean's birthday, so we'd like to say Happy Birthday to him! He's having a B-Day Bash at Club Element in L.A. on Feb. 22nd with Roscoe Umali performing, check out the flyer for that by clicking here. Check back with us next Wednesday for Week 48!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Smirnoff Music Series: Common, Q-Tip & Krs-One - By : JustinL - February 20, 2008
  Beginning this month, the makers of Smirnoff Vodka are launching the Smirnoff Signature Mix Series, a campaign pairing three acclaimed rappers with contemporary beat-maestros to create new versions of iconic hip-hop songs. Nationally renowned artists Common, Q-Tip, and KRS-One are joining forces with Just Blaze, Cool & Dre, and DJ Premier to remix Common's "The Light," A Tribe Called Quest's "Midnight," and Boogie Down Productions' seminal "Criminal Minded."
The Smirnoff Signature Mix Series is part of the brand's ongoing commitment to fostering and promoting both established and emerging musical talent. The program was developed in partnership with Cornerstone, a leading marketing firm in New York City.
Each artist/producer pairing represents a Smirnoff mixed drink made by blending one of the best-selling Smirnoff flavored vodka products with a popular mixer. "The Southside," made with Smirnoff Green Apple flavored vodka and cranberry juice, is the inspiration for Common and Just Blaze' collaboration. "The Blueberry Abstract," made with Smirnoff Blueberry flavored vodka and lemonade, is linked to the partnership between Q-Tip and Cool & Dre. "The Cypha," an exciting blend of Smirnoff Raspberry flavored vodka and pineapple juice, represents the collaboration between KRS-One and DJ Premier.
 "I'm honored to have the opportunity to revisit one of my signature songs and give it a breath of fresh air," said KRS-One. "I'm grateful to Smirnoff for providing the opportunity to work with such great talent on such a ground-breaking idea and recreate hip-hop songs."
All three songs, their music videos, and the behind-the-scenes production footage will be available for free download exclusively at SmirnoffSignatureMixSeries.com beginning on February 19th.
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.......................................................................................... Shade Sheist & PYO - The Latest News - By : Rud - February 20, 2008
 The close of 2007 saw an update on Dubcnn of mammoth proportions from the PutYourselfOut team, detailing many of their plans for this year [click here if you missed that].
Since then Shade Sheist and the rest of the PYO collective have been busy making good on all the releases they listed in the 2008 plan. First up we have the latest news on the "WorldTape" - the first ever made - that will feature Shade Sheist's greatest features, productions and never before heard music with a twist - an edition will be made for every major country in the world!
The first project is the United States version and is entitled "Out of Sight Out of Mind" - the cover to which can be seen in full by clicking the image above. "Out of Sight Out of Mind," which is due for release now within just weeks, will be the first in the "WorldTape" series that will eventually see versions appear for Japan, Canada, Italy, South America, UK, Germany and countless more. As ever Dubcnn was involved from the start and called out any artists or producers from any country that wanted to be involved to come forward and get involved in this game-changing, world-impacting, promotion-heavy project. Those who haven't yet can still get involved today by contacting theworldtape@aol.com and submitting material.
In relation to the also mentioned Shade Sheist and N.U.N.E. collaboration project "Movin Units" we are delighted to confirm that not only will Glasses Malone, Bishop Lamont, Stat Quo and Y.A. (Tri-Star, Roscoe, Slo Stallone) be contributing but that Crooked I has agreed to hop on the first single from the release entitled "Movin Like A Boss."
In other related news Shade Sheist recently peaked at #12 on the Myspace Rap Charts and has held a Top 20 position for some time now. The same success has also been seen on YouTube where they recently peaked at #11 on 'Most Watched' Musicians since they returned from Canada.
On that same trip, as you may remember from earlier this month's update C-Infamous, Shade Sheist & NUNE are "Movin Units, Shade Sheist and N.U.N.E. also recorded a full album with C-Infamous in just 3 days - that is set for release in the coming months.
As ever we wouldnt drop all this news on you without some form of audio treat and today, we have not only the "Out of Sight Out of Mind" single Glam Lyfe that features LeMarvin and is produced by Damizza - but also the long awaited edition of the first ever Grand Theft Audio mixtapes to our Digital Download Network. Below is the link to the covers, tracklist and the full free mixtape download of Grand Theft Audio: Volume 1. Click the following links if you missed Grand Theft Audio 2 or Grand Theft Audio 3
Put Yourself Out - Grand Theft Audio 1 (Free Download)
Enjoy the new music and take some time to soak in all the information in this update. Don't forget to pay a visit to PutYourselfOut as well as SwurvRadio, the home of the "PYO Radio Show." Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DJ Skee's "Live From L.A." Podcast (February 16) - By : Rud - February 20, 2008
DJ Skee was once again on Sirius Satellite Radio this weekend putting out the latest edition of his world renowned "Live From L.A." radio show. As ever DJ Skee creates a fusion of the most up to date new music as well as vaired classics!
"Live From L.A" is broadcast every Saturday (9PM Pacific Time/12AM Eastern) on Sirius Satellite Radio and the free two-hour podcast download is now housed on the Dubcnn Podcast Network and is released every Sunday. Please excuse the delay this week, things will be back to normal this weekend.
Over recent weeks we have seen an inreased demand for a streaming audio option for these shows and as such this weeks, as last weeks was, are available in both streaming and download format.
The new Live From L.A. podcast page features weekly updates with the download links and tracklisting so ensure you bookmark it to get the latest editions.
Click the link below to view the new Live From L.A. podcast page, view the tracklist and download both parts of the two-hour show that aired on February 16.
Dubcnn Presents: DJ Skee - Live From L.A. Podcast Download Page
Bookmark the new home of DJ Skee's "Live From L.A." Radio Show Podcast's and ensure you check back everyweek if you miss or want to hear the show again that goes out every Saturday (9PM Pacific Time/12AM Eastern) on Sirius Satellite Radio. Please contact us with your feedback about the new streaming options and where else you would like to see the option on dubcnn by clicking here.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Must-Read Interview With Bishop Lamont [Pt. 1] - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 19, 2008
Dubcnn linked up with Bishop Lamont for another in-depth interview. This time, we set the focus on questions from the fans. Bishop answers what you would like to know about "The Reformation", West Coast radio DJs, and his taste in literature. After this, we address the J Wells situation, which apparently has not been resolved.
We close things off with some exclusive news about Dr. Dre's "Detox", which is now coming before "The Reformation" and is being recorded right now. Find out about all of these topics and much more by reading the interview.
Exclusive Interview With Bishop Lamont [Part 1] [February 2008]
Shouts out to TakeOff Productions for all of their help! Make sure to add Bishop Lamont as your friend on Myspace. We're gonna be back with part two of this feature, where Bishop tells us more about "Detox" and "The Reformation", and continues to answer your questions, later this week.
Until then, stay tuned to Dubcnn for all of your West Coast needs.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Inglewood's PolyDony "Laugh It Off" On New Single - By : Nima - February 19, 2008
 A few days ago we introduced you to Joe Moses from Checkmate Ent, Big Wy's label which he is pushing right now. We're right back at you with a new group coming out of Checkmate Ent, PolyDony, which consists of Poly Rob and Don Springz, both out of Inglewood, California.
Insisting on bringing back the good nature of Hip-Hop, they have released their official single titled "Laugh It Off" produced by Matt Rite. The record explains the idea of our urban community taking the wrong things seriously sometimes.
Check it out:
PolyDony - Laugh It Off
You can also download their mixtape on the Checkmate Ent website. Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Fred Knuxx & Crooked I Put It Down For "Freedom" - By : Nima - February 19, 2008
 Fred Knuxx will be a familiar name to dubcnn visitors, the Delaware native has been on his grind for the past few years heavily connecting with California and making a name for himself in the underground, being named one of Vibe Magazine's Top 51 unsigned artists.
We've got a new joint from his upcoming album "Delafornia" for ya'll, which is also features on Crooked I's new mixtape "St. Valentine's Day Bossacre". The fierce lyrical track is called "Freedom Pt. 2" and was produced by X-Plosive:
Fred Knuxx - Freedom Pt. 2 (ft. Crooked I)
Also for those in the tri-state area, come check out Fred Knuxx performing live at his Hip Hop show called "The Main Attraction". The show features Fred Knux, along with other talented Delaware artists like AO, Dom 1 & Ill Strip at the East End Cafe in Newark, Delaware. They will also be filming the video for the smash sinlge "Get Lost" at this event on Friday Feb. 29th. Make sure you attend to see "The Big Deal" tear down the stage!
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.......................................................................................... How it Goes Down With Young Trucho - By : Adon - February 19, 2008
.png) It was back in October of last year that we introduced you to Young Trucho and the song he recorded with G Malone, "Connected".
Currently still working on his underground release, which will features some prominent names in old and new West Coast hip-hop, he has provided us with the initial version of his new track, "How It Goes Down", produced By Amp.
With momentum growing since the buzz of his track "Connected", Doggystyle Records VP, JT The Bigga Figga caught wind of the song, and decided to include it on his new "Mandatory Business" release.
There is no reason to doubt this Latino M.C. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for all the latest on Young Trucho. Download "How It Goes Down" below.
Young Trucho How It Goes DownDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Releases From LA Hill Records - By : LilJay - February 18, 2008
 LA Hill Records is gearing up to release the sophomore project to the 2006 "Diesel Compilation" which contained all new songs from Hittman, Kool G Rap, Large Professor, The Pharcyde, Roscoe, Masta Ace, Kool Keith, any many others. A sneak peak of the new compilaton has already been released a few months ago on a 12" single by Longevity featuring KRS-One and Rakaa Iriscience of Dilated Peoples called "Throwin' Up Letters", with the B side called "Rough Rhymes" by Aceyalone & Planet Asia.
It's not a problem if you missed out on these two songs, because Dubcnn has the songs available for you below. We'll keep you posted on the new Diesel project, until then check out the streams and hear what you can expect:
Longevity Feat. KRS-One & Rakaa Iriscience - Throwin' Up Letters (Stream)
Aceyalone & Planet Asia - Rough Rhymes (Stream)
 Another recent release from LA Hill was the DVD "Icadon Is Going Wild With Redman". As the title says, Icadon and Redman go wild in the streets and the studios on this DVD documentary. The whole Gilla House crew is featured with live performances, behind the scenes, and studio footage. The DVD is available at Bestbuy, Target, or Sickbayrecords.com. A preview can be checked out from the link below:
Icadon Is Going Wild With Redman (YouTube)
LA Hill and Dubcnn are giving away 5 copies of the Diesel compilation and the Icadon DVD's. Winning them is easy, all you have to do is send an email to liljay@dubcnn.com. Make sure to include your full address. 5 random winners will be selected and notified via e-mail.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive New Butch Cassidy Single ft. Snoop! - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 18, 2008
 We're proud to present the first official single from Butch Cassidy's long-awaited solo debut today! After ripping up the airwaves on Power 106 last week during the "New At 2" segment, the song is now coming to Dubcnn!
The single is called "All I See", produced by Dae One and it features none other than Snoop Dogg! Needless to say, this one is a must-download for any West Coast listener, so get it in CD-quality below!
Butch Cassidy - All I See (featuring Snoop Dogg) (Prod. by Dae One)
 Make sure to add Butch Cassidy and Snoop Dogg as your friends on Myspace. Request the single on Power 106 by texting "Butch Cassidy - All I See" to 69106.
Butch's solo album has been retitled from "Playa Life" to "Gangsta Love", and it's now set for a Summer 2008 release. As the CEO of his own KCP Records, Butch is in the process of signing a new label deal which will be announced shortly.
Until then, you can catch three new Butch Cassidy-featured tracks on PR1ME's "Transformation" street album, which we premiered last week. Get that below if you haven't already.
TakeOff Productions Presents PR1ME - The Transformation: Perception Is Deception
[Hosted by DJ Warrior, Mixed by September 7th] [Free Download]
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... EA Sports "Get It" Contest / Monumental Monday #14 - By : Nima - February 18, 2008
 Dubcnn have teamed up with KC3 Monumental and EA Sports to bring you one of our infamous contests along with this week's "Monumental Monday"! We are giving out 10 copies of the NFL Tour game which was released recently, and the first three winners get to pick an additional EA Sports game of their choice (except for Rock Band!).
 The winners can pick whether they want the games for a XBox 360 or Playstation 3. All you have to do to enter the contest, is answer the question below:
Who is the featured artist on Young Dre The Truth's single "Can't Be Faded" along with E-40?
Young Dre The Truth is also featured on the soundtrack of NFL Tour with his street smash "Get It". To enter the contest, click here. Contest closes in one week, on Feb. 25th. To view the official flyer for the "Get It" contest, click here.
Let's get to this week's "Monumental Monday" by Young Dre The Truth, Week 14 to be exact. This week's blog is called "If This Is Love", and of course we have a track to go along with it. On this one, Young Dre gives his definition of love and talks about relationships, definitely not a blog to miss!
This week's track "If This Is Love" was produced by Walt Liquor, make sure to check out the blog and the music below:
Young Dre The Truth - Monumental Monday Week 14: "If This Is Love"
Young Dre The Truth will be performing at the Plush Lounge in Los Angeles (Sunset Blvd) on February 22nd, and dubcnn is giving away two pairs of tickets! To enter the contest, send an email to contest@dubcnn.com with your full name, and you will be notified via email if you won. To view the flyer for the concert, click here.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Blu & Pacific Division on "Not Just A Hobby" Crash.TV - By : JustinL - February 18, 2008
  Crash.TV just recently did a segment for "Not Just A Hobby" featuring Blu and Pacific Division. The video was shot on a Los Angeles rooftop and features Blu, Pacific Division, Sene, Coss and others freestyling.
Please be sure to check out the episodes below, featuring the best talent from the west:
Crash.TV presents "Not Just A Hobby" Episode 1 F/ Blu and Mibbs of Pacific Division
Crash.TV presents "Not Just A Hobby" Episode 2 F/ BeYoung & Mibbs of Pacific Division
Blu and Pacific Division were also recently featured on the cover of Scheme Magazine
For more information on Pac Div and Blu, please visit their myspace pages: Myspace.com/PacificDivision and Myspace.com/Herfavcolor Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Dubcnn Radio/De's Single/Video With Ca$his! - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 18, 2008
 We're back with another edition of Dubcnn Radio today! After major delays the past two weeks, we're back on schedule and will continue to bring you the good stuff every Thursday from now on.
This week on "Coming Up With Young De" we talk with our special guests Taters of Balls Deep and Los of Guilty! Taters is the founder of Balls Deep, a boxer and clothing company that sponsors everyone from Tommy Lee to the New England Patriots! You might remember the name being shouted out throughout De's "Audio Hustlaz Vol. 1" street album, especially on a hilarious skit by Kurupt!
Taters tells us about how he got into the business and also why he's currently working with hip-hop artists like De and Ca$his. If you want to try out Balls Deep boxers, Taters was kind enough to give Dubcnn readers a special discount code for any purchases! If you go to Ballsdeep.com, you can get 25% off your order by typing in "youngdedubcnn" as your code!
Los of Guilty also stops by for a few minutes to talk about his group's debut street album "No Contest", which is currently making major noise out in the 805. He also tells us about a solo mixtape that he's working on. All of these topics and much more are covered on this week's episode of Dubcnn Radio, so check it out below!
Coming Up With Young De: Week 9 "Too Many"
With Special Guests Taters of Balls Deep and Los of Guilty [Free Download]
 We've got a bunch of other material for you today as well! De is shipping out his next single from "Audio Hustlaz" to radio today. He's picked the West Coast party-starter "2 Many" featuring Kurupt and B-Real to blast out to the public, and we feel that's a great choice! We've got the CD-quality, untagged version in explicit and clean form for you today. DJs: START BUMPING THIS!
Young De - 2 Many (ft. Kurupt & B-Real) [Prod. by Tek Nizzle] [Explicit]
Young De - 2 Many (ft. Kurupt & B-Real) [Prod. by Tek Nizzle] [Clean]
 If you listen to the show, you'll also hear Taters announce that De's next project is a collaboration street album with Ca$his! After hearing their work together on "Audio Hustlaz", we're real excited to see how this project turns out! We've got a new video for you to check out today featuring De and Casanov of the Tangled Thoughts and Ca$his at Balls Deep's Christmas Party. There's plenty of live performances and freestyles in this video, so don't miss it!
Tangled Thoughts & Ca$his At Balls Deep Christmas Party [Download]
Tangled Thoughts & Ca$his At Balls Deep Christmas Party [Stream]
Make sure to add Young De, Los, and Ca$his as your friends on Myspace.
We're doing Dubcnn Radio live from Prague next week with special guests Tangled Thoughts and Gail Gotti. Be on the look out for it!
Related Links:
Young De - Audio Hustlaz Vol. 1 Street Album [Free Download]
Guilty - No Contest Street Album [Free Download]Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DJ Warrior & Julian Ramirez Mixtape [Free D/L] - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 18, 2008
 We're back today with a brand new mixtape from DJ Warrior and Julian Ramirez. The project is called "Kashi Kicks Vol. 1.0" and it was distributed at the Magic Convention in Las Vegas this past week to promote the shoe company.
The mixtape features a variety of current hits from all across hip-hop, including everyone from Roccett and Roscoe Umali to Talib Kweli and Mary J. Blige. This is a very solid mixtape, so be sure to download it below for free courtesy of the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network.
DJ Warrior & Julian Ramirez - Kashi Kicks Vol. 1.0 [Free Download]
Tracklist:
1. Intro - DJ Warrior & Julian Ramirez [Prod. by Tha Warriorz]
2. G-Unit - Bottom Girl
3. Roscoe Umali feat. Pitbull, Bobby Valentino & Sinful - Live It Up (remix)
4. Roccett - Hustlers Anthem
5. Jim Jones feat. The Game - Love Me No More (remix)
6. Snoop Dogg feat. Uncle Chucc - Neva Hafta Wurry
7. Prodigy - My World Is Empty Without
8. Ali Vegas - Everyday Iz War
9. Termanalogy feat. Royce Da 5'9, Crooked I , Akrobatic & Consequence - The Music Industry
10. Jay Rock feat. Lil Wayne - All My Life
11. Rocky Fontaine - I Want It
12. Rich Boy feat. Lil' Wayne, Nas & John Legend - Ghetto Rich
13. Mopreme Shakur feat. Taje, Bishop Lamont & Indef - Death Before Dishonor
14. Talib Kweli feat. Ne-Yo & Jean Grae - Hostile Gospel
15. Jadakiss - Rocboyz Freestyle
16. DJ Muggs vs. Sick Jacken feat. Cynic - 2012
17. Mary J Blige feat. Lil Wayne - Just fFne
18. Rocky Fontaine - Real Nigga
19. DJ Warrior & Julian Ramirez - Outro [Prod. by Tha Warriorz]
Make sure to check out DJ Warrior, Julian Ramirez, and Kashi Kicks on Myspace. If you haven't checked out Warrior's latest street album with PR1ME, you better download that too!
TakeOff Productions Presents PR1ME - The Transformation: Perception Is Deception
[Hosted by DJ Warrior, Mixed by September 7th] [Free Download]
Stay tuned for more heat from DJ Warrior & the Cali Untouchable DJs real soon on Dubcnn!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... XL Middleton & Rev Slacker Pad Radio Week 2 - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 18, 2008
 We're back today with the second week of XL Middleton & Rev's "Slacker Pad Radio". Expect plenty of wacky humor and some tight West Coast jams. This is a real fun show, so don't miss out your chance to hear it!
We've also made it easier for our readers to listen to our podcasts by offering a streaming option that will load instantly for those with broadband connections. Check out the show below, and bookmark the page for new episodes of "Slacker Pad Radio" every Monday on Dubcnn.
Make sure to check the page every Monday, because there might not be an update on the main page every week to remind you!
XL Middleton & Rev Present Slacker Pad Radio [Free Podcast Download]
We urge you to leave feedback in our forums so that we can know how you feel about the new show!
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Brand New Hot Dollar "Upside Down" [Audio] - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 17, 2008
We're back with another heater from Hot Dollar, courtesy of "Your Wifey's Favorite DJ" Ill Will. This one's called "Upside Down" and it sees Hot working a sing-song style that will definitely get people talking.
This is another potential cut from Hot Dollar's forthcoming debut album "My Dreams: A Day In The Life" that's dropping on Island Def Jam. Check it out below.
*UPDATE* We now have the song untagged for you, and the clean version as well. DJs, START BUMPING THIS!
Hot Dollar - Upside Down [Explicit, Untagged]
Hot Dollar - Upside Down [Clean]
Make sure to add Hot Dollar & DJ Ill Will on Myspace.
You can expect plenty more music from Hot Dollar to hit Dubcnn in the near future. Until then, check out DJ Ill Will's "Rap Or Die" mixtape series, which is available for free download only on Dubcnn.
DJ Ill Will - Rap Or Die Vol. 1 [Free Download]
DJ Ill Will, DJ Rampage, & DJ Maaleek - Rap Or Die Vol. 2 [Free Download]
DJ Ill Will, DJ Rampage, & DJ Mikiwar - Rap Or Die Vol. 3 [Free Download]
DJ Ill Will & DJ Rampage - Rap Or Die Vol. 4 [Free Download]
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Snoop Dogg's Hustle Boyz: Mac Lucci & D-Dimes - By : Nima - February 16, 2008
 We'd like to introduce you to a new group coming out California, the Hustle Boyz, consisting of Mac Lucci from South Central and D-Dimes from Pomona. Snoop Dogg, who first hooked up with D-Dimes at the "Cali Iz Active" video shoot, decide to create the Hustle Boyz after he heard Mac Lucci freestyling at the "Boss Life" video shoot.
We have three joints from the duo for ya'll, some YouTubes, as well as an exclusive video of Snoop Dogg in the studio with the Hustle Boyz, Damani & JT, vibing to a song they had just recorded, while smoking a blunt.
Let's get that out of the way first, check out the video of Snoop Dogg in the studio with the Hustle Boyz below:
Snoop Dogg & The Hustle Boyz In The Studio (Video)
If you'd rather download the video to your computer, click here.
Let's get to their current street single, "Let Me In", produced by C-Ballin', who's beats you've been hearing quite often on dubcnn lately. Get introduced to the Hustle Boyz, check out "Let Me In" below:
Hustle Boyz - Let Me In (Prod. by C-Ballin')
Next up is a track featuring and produced by Snoop Dogg. It's called "Run The Streets", and they also shot a video to this one. Check out both the song and the video below:
Hustle Boyz - Run The Streets (ft. Snoop Dogg) (Audio)
Hustle Boyz - Run The Streets (ft. Snoop Dogg) (Video)
 And last but not least is "Niggas Know Me", produced by Phenom, another song to which the Hustle Boyz recently filmed a video. Big ups to them for shouting out dubcnn on the song, check it out below:
Hustle Boyz - Niggas Know Me (Audio)
Hustle Boyz - Niggas Know Me (Video)
That's it for now, check out the Hustle Boyz on MySpace by clicking here, and check back with us soon for more music!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crooked I's "St. Valentine's Day Bossacre" Out Now! - By : Nima - February 15, 2008
Crooked I's new mixtape "St. Valentine's Day Bossacre" is OUT NOW and can be ordered at mixtapebuzz.com. The mixtape, which is being released in conjunction with DJ Nik Bean and DJ Felli Fel features all new music from Crooked, except for a few tracks that you might have heard on recent mixtapes/albums.
All original beats, all original raps, make sure to cop your copy of "St. Valentine's Day Bossacre" to ease the wait for Crooked's solo album "B.O.S.S.". Of course, dubcnn has a few preview tracks from the mixtape for ya'll.
First off is "My Life 2.0", the follow up to one of Crooked's most praised tracks "My Life", and this is definitely up to par with the first part! In addition to that we have the song "Crooked Don't Dance", as well as the Intro of the mixtape, download them below:
Crooked I - My Life 2.0
Crooked I - Crooked Don't Dance
Crooked I - Bossacre Intro
DJ Nik Bean and DJ Felli Fel have also teamed up with Stat Quo for a new mixtape called "Statistically Speaking", which you can buy by clicking here. Nik Bean's three-month mixtape blitz will continue in the next couple weeks with a new release from Roscoe Umali and a new "Streets Of LA" mixtape. Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... PR1ME - The Transformation: Free Download! - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 15, 2008
*THE DOWNLOAD LINK IS FIXED FOR EVERYONE WHO HAD ERRORS*
Are you ready for "The Transformation"? After making its debut yesterday at the Magic Convention in Las Vegas, PR1ME's first street album is hitting the internet exclusively for the Dubcnn readers today!
The project, hosted by DJ Warrior and mixed by September 7th of Cali Untouchables, features guest appearances from Bishop Lamont, Butch Cassidy, Taje, Big Wy, and Mike Ant, along with original production from Focus, Dae One, T-Nasty, Jake One, and more.
The big names associated with the album may catch your interest, but the real highlight is PR1ME's incredible diversity as an artist, which is on full display throughout the record. "The Transformation" is bound to be one of the biggest street albums of the year, so get a jump start on what's hot and download it below for free!
TakeOff Productions Presents PR1ME - The Transformation: Perception Is Deception
[Hosted by DJ Warrior & Mixed by September 7th] [Free Download]
We'd like to give a big shout out to TakeOff Productions, Diocese, LNS Entertainment, and KCP for all of their work on this project!
Make sure to add PR1ME as your friend on Myspace and let him know what you think of the album. After its debut yesterday in Vegas, hard copies of "The Transformation" has already been distributed to over 5,000 lucky individuals!
Remember, Dubcnn has been following PR1ME around with our camera the last few days to see how a street album should be properly distributed. We've got a lot of great footage so far with plenty of special surprise guests, so be on the look out for new videos to drop in the near future. Until then, bump "The Transformation" this weekend and tell your friends about it!
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on the West Coast.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Big Hutch aka Cold 187um (Above The Law) Has Arrived! - By : Nima - February 15, 2008
 Dubcnn is back with them in-depth interviews you're used to! We had the great opportunity of talking to a legend in the game, Big Hutch aka Cold 187um of Above The Law. The Pomona OG talks to us about his time in prison, his plans now that he's out, his upcoming project "Fresh Out The Pen" as well as the new Above The Law album in the works.
Most importantly though, we go in-depth and controversial about the state of the West Coast, Hutch speaks on Dr. Dre, G-Funk, his time on Ruthless Records, Death Row Records and Suge Knight.
We also talk about the DJ's in California, people imitating other region's styles to get heard, making pop music, losing ones identity, and his solution to the problem on the West.
To read or listen to this interview, click below:
Exclusive Interview With Big Hutch aka Cold 187um (Above The Law) (February '08)
Enjoy the interview, make sure to come drop your feedback on the forums or email it to nima@dubcnn.com. Check back with us within the next few weeks for some new music from Big Hutch & Above The Law!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Update On DJ Warrior & Cali Untouchables - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 15, 2008
 We're back today with an update on DJ Warrior, who has been grinding hard as usual. His mixtapes have been making their way around the Magic Convention in Las Vegas, including Dubcnn favorites "Caltroit", "Hot Box 2", and the soon-to-be-classic "Transformation" by PR1ME.
 In the time since this article dropped, Warrior's already released another mixtape! Just in time for the NBA All-Star Weekend, the Cali Untouchable DJs are breaking everyone off with a brand new project full of crazy blends. Mixed by September 7th & hosted by DJ Warrior, "All Star Blends Vol. 1" is definitely a great choice to bump this weekend. Download it for free below!
September 7th Presents - All-Star Blends Vol. 1 [Hosted by DJ Warrior]
[Free Download]
Warrior has also put together two new tapes with his Cali Untouchable partner Julian Ramirez for the clothing line GDUP Apparel and the shoe line Kashi Kicks. These mixtapes are being used to promote the brands over at Magic.
We're gonna hook you up with free downloads the two tapes next week, but hard copies will also be available for purchase through Warrior's Myspace Page. To check out the intros to these mixtapes, use the links below.
 DJ Warrior & Julian Ramirez - GDUP.LA Intro
DJ Warrior & Julian Ramirez - Kashi Kicks Intro [Prod. by The Warriorz]
Make sure to add DJ Warrior & Julian Ramirez as your friends on Myspace, and to check out GDUP Apparel's Website. Check out Kashi Kicks and GDUP Apparel on Myspace as well.
Warrior wants us to pass on this message to everyone who has been checking out the "Cali Untouchable Radio" Podcasts that we drop for free download every week on Dubcnn.
"Thanks to everybody that has been downloading the 'Cali Untouchable Radio Show' and has been supporting the DJ Warrior and Cali Untouchable movements on Dubcnn since 2002. Thanks to you all for being there for us, and all of the staff on Dubcnn!"
Check out the Cali Untouchable Podcast Download Page.
Come back next week for the two free mixtapes from Warrior and Julian Ramirez, and don't forget to be on the look out for Roccett's "Corporate America" street album that will be released next week!
Look out for all of the latest West Coast heat right here on Dubcnn!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Government Assistance: 1st & 15th W/ Perfecto - By : Eddie Gurrola - February 15, 2008
 Perfecto and DJ Strong have teamed up with Dubcnn for an exiting new feature. "Government Assistance: The 1st and 15th With Perfecto" is a nationwide program adopted by Dubcnn. Similar to food stamps and government cheese, musical benefits will be distributed on the 1st and 15th day of each month to the recipients in dire need of lyrical nourishment.
If you're not familiar with the Inglewood resident Perfecto, you can get acquainted with his style by listening to his debut mixtape "Money Is Revolution", which we dropped last year. Download it below.
Perfecto - Money Is Revolution [Mixed by DJ Qwess & Hosted by DJ Warrior & DJ Strong]
[Free Download]
 Here's your first dose of "Government Assistance." Courtesy of DJ Strong, we're hooking you up with the track "Ridin In A Regal", produced by Bugsy from Compton. Download it below.
Perfecto - Ridin In A Regal [Produced by Bugsy]
Make sure to add Perfecto and DJ Strong as your friends on Myspace. Remember, Strong's new Sirius Show "Palm Trees & Gangstas Radio" airs tonight from 11PM-1AM PST on Hip-Hop Nation, Channel 40.
Come back on March 1st for your next dose of "Government Assistance". Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Consequence - "Feel This Way" (Video) - By : LilJay - February 14, 2008
 Queens, NY rapper Consequence has just premiered his new video today for the song "Feel This Way" featuring John Legend. This is the sixth video he released from his "Don't Quit Your Day Job" album and it might just be his biggest one up there with "Grammy Family" featuring Kanye West & John Legend. "Feel This Way" was directed by Rik Cordero and Consequence.
Cons is not planning to stop, the next video for his latest joint "Q.U.E. Another E.N.S." is already done and it's coming later this month; the single already hit iTunes a couple of weeks ago. It will be featured on his new mixtape "The Cons Volume 6 - King Of Queens", which is dropping in the next couple of days, followed by his sophomore LP "You Win Some, You Lose Some" coming this summer.
Check out the video on Cons' YouTube channel by clicking on the link below:
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